Champion 201509 - 7000/8500W Inverter Generator With Electric Start

In short, the Champion 201509 is a powerful portable inverter generator adequately designed for:

• Food van owners who know that just a short power outage could lose them hundreds of dollars
• Homeowners in need of an emergency backup power for their essentials
• Professionals who want to be able to deliver results, even during a power failure

The following sections will present you in detail its power characteristics, the different outlets it offers, its overall portability, and the extra features it benefits from.

Power & Run Time

The Champion 201509

The Champion 201509's engine, 420 cc OHV 4-stroke, fueled by gasoline, can deliver 120/240V. It provides a running wattage of 7,000W and reaches a peak wattage of 8,500W.

Enjoying a noise rating of 64 dBA (just slightly more noisy than a normal conversation), this inverter generator offers the versatility of starting with either a manual recoil starter system or a straightforward and intuitive electric starter (battery included). Champion’s EZ Start Dial lets you intuitively start the engine with easy access to all the controls you need.

Thanks to a fuel capacity of 5.3 gallons, the 201509 can operate for up to 14 hours with a full tank (fuel consumption around 0.38 GPH).

The 201509 produces a clean sine wave: thanks to a <3% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD), your sensitive electronics can be safely plugged in the AC outlets.

Outlets

The control panel features 5 AC outlets as follows:

Additionally, it features 1 DC outlet: there's a 12V 8A (cigarette lighter style) receptacle making battery charging a breeze. Since a dual port USB adapter is included with the unit, you will also be able to use the DC receptacle to conveniently charge electronics such as mobile phones and tablets.

Because the 201509 is equipped with a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, it is transfer switch ready: it can power your home during a power outage, as it can be easily connected to your breaker box to power your household.

Portability

As the Champion 201509 is an inverter generator, its encased design (L33.4 x W29.1 x H26 in) offers more aesthetics than a conventional, open frame product. The featured design follows the latest trends and is ideal for easy and recreational use.

Although this generator is technically considered 'portable' (in the sense that it can be moved), its 215 lbs make may make it challenging to manually lift and transport. Nevertheless, it can still be moved quite conveniently with the help of its set of wheels (⌀9.5") and its folding handle, once it is placed on the ground.

Features

The 201509's control panel

Monitoring of the 201509's status and activity is made possible by a digital Intelligauge data center, which provides information on the frequency, voltage and lifetime run hours and is one of the features of its control panel.

In addition to this info, a light indicator allows you to instantly see if the oil level is too low.

Featuring a built-in fuel gauge, the inverter generator offers quick, convenient, and easy gas level checks at a glance.

Considering security aspects, the generator boasts an overload protection (circuit breaker) and an automatic low oil shut-off, offering peace of mind throughout operation.

The unit also benefits from the CO Shield™ technology, which monitors accumulation of poisonous carbon monoxide (CO) gas produced by the engine's exhaust when the generator is running. If CO Shield™ detects elevated levels of CO gas, it automatically shuts off the engine and illuminates a red LED.

Beyond the standard documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab) to assist with setup, the Champion 201509 ships with supplementary accessories: battery charging cables, RV adapter, funnel, oil and dual port USB adapter.