Champion 201513 - 5000/6500W Inverter Generator

In short, the Champion 201513 is a portable inverter generator adequately designed for:

• RV travellers looking for even more independence
• Occasional participants of outdoor events, competitions, concerts and festivals
• Food truck owners who want to ensure that their business is fully self-contained and does not rely on potentially unreliable external power
• Homeowners who want to be sure of their ability to power their fridges, cooking tools, heating and lighting equipment during power failures

The subsequent sections will explore in detail its power characteristics, the diverse outlets it provides, its overall portability, and the supplementary features it offers.

Power & Run Time

The Champion 201513

The Champion 201513 is powered by a 224 cc OHV 4-stroke engine. It delivers 120/240V, runs on gasoline and offers a running wattage of 5,000W as well as a peak wattage of 6,500W.

Enjoying a noise rating of 64 dBA (just slightly more noisy than an office), this inverter generator gets running thanks to a traditional recoil pull-start mechanism. Champion’s EZ Start Dial lets you intuitively start the engine with easy access to all the controls you need.

The 201513's fuel tank holds 4.5 gallons, ensuring uninterrupted operation for up to 18 hours with a full tank (fuel consumption approximately 0.25 GPH).

Thanks to its low <3% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD), the 201513 produces a clean sine wave output, making it safe for your sensitive electronics when utilizing the AC outlets.

Outlets

The control panel includes the following 6 AC outlets:

Furthermore, it showcases 1 DC outlet: there's a 12V 8A (cigarette lighter style) receptacle enabling simple battery charging for added ease. With the unit, you will also find a dual port USB adapter, allowing for the convenient charging of electronics like mobile phones and tablets using the DC receptacle.

Featuring a TT-30R receptacle (TT for 'Travel Trailer'), this Champion generator is RV Ready, designed specifically for use with recreational vehicles. In addition, the 201513's twist-lock L14-30R receptacle makes it transfer switch ready, enabling hassle-free connection to your breaker box for powering your home during outages.

Portability

As an inverter generator, the Champion 201513 showcases a closed design (L25.2 x W20.5 x H22.6 in), enhancing aesthetics and ensuring quieter operation compared to conventional, open frame models. The generator has a contemporary design, convenient for recreationally generating power.

With a dry weight of 102.1 lbs, the 201513 is manageable, ensuring it can accompany you wherever you need power. Furthermore, thanks to its set of 2 wheels (⌀5.5") and its folding handle, shifting the generator once it's placed is a breeze.

Features

The 201513's control panel

One of the many 201513's features is the digital Intelligauge data center, included in its control panel, which conveniently provides information on the frequency, voltage, power output and lifetime run hours and thus, helps you monitor its activity and status.

In addition to this info, a light indicator on the device will notify you 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.

From a security standpoint, the generator is furnished with an overload protection (circuit breaker) and an automatic low oil shut-off, ensuring peace of mind during 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.

While the standard documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab), helpful for starting the device promptly, come with the Champion 201513, the following accessories are also included: dual port USB adapter, funnel, tool kit and oil.