Champion 201520 - 7750/10000W Tri Fuel Open Frame Inverter Generator With Electric Start

In summary, the Champion 201520 is a powerful portable inverter generator especially useful for:

• Food truck owners who do not wish to see their business interrupted under any circumstances
• Homeowners in need of an emergency backup power for their essentials
• Professionals who want to ensure that a power failure will not prevent them from working
• RV travellers who wish to upgrade their experience to another level

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 201520

The Champion 201520 delivers 120/240V and features a tri-fuel technology, granting it the capability to utilize gasoline, propane, or natural gas. When utilizing gasoline, it achieves a running wattage of 7,750W and a peak wattage of 10,000W. Upon switching to propane, it benefits from 6,975 rated watts and 10,000 peak watts. Transitioning to natural gas operation provides 6,278W of rated wattage and 10,000W of starting wattage.

With a noise rating of 72 dBA (just slightly more noisy than a vacuum cleaner), the inverter generator features a standard recoil pull-rope starting mechanism, but also a hassle-free and practical electric starter (battery included).

The running time of the 201520, with its 7.45 gallons fuel capacity, can reach up to 15 hours on a full tank of gasoline (fuel consumption around 0.5 GPH). With propane, it can reach up to 7 hours (estimation based on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 0.67 GPH).

The 201520 ensures a clean sine wave output, boasting <3% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) to protect your sensitive electronics when connected to its AC outlets.

Outlets

The control panel is equipped with the following 6 AC outlets:

Moreover, it comes equipped with 1 DC outlet: there's a 12V 8A (cigarette lighter style) receptacle with which charging your batteries is made easy. Thanks to the included dual port USB adapter, you can conveniently use the DC receptacle to charge electronics such as mobile phones and tablets.

For RV owners with a 50-amp service, this Champion unit is RV-ready, boasting a 14-50R outlet. In addition, since the 201520 bears a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, it is transfer switch ready: it is easily connectible to a breaker box and can power your home in case of a power outage. The unit also features a StarLINK port, which allows other devices, such as your home’s Energy Storage System (ESS) or Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) to communicate with the generator to start and stop the engine when it is needed.

Portability

At L27.1 x W28 x H26.2 in, the traditional open frame structure of the Champion 201520 ensures stability while facilitating convenient maintenance access to components and promoting air cooling. The design is ideal for rough environments and demanding outdoor use.

Despite its 180.8 lbs, the generator falls under the category of 'portable,' signifying its movability, although its weight may hinder easy portability. Nevertheless, thanks to its set of wheels (⌀9.5") and its folding handle (a decent solution to its lack of maneuverability), the generator can be easily moved, once placed the ground.

Features

The 201520's control panel

Enhancing monitoring capabilities, the 201520 features a digital Intelligauge data center within its control panel, furnishing essential details on the voltage, lifetime run hours, power output and frequency for tracking activity and status.

In addition to this info, a light indicator on the device will notify you if the oil level is too low.

The built-in fuel gauge of the inverter generator ensures simple and quick gas level assessments.

As far as security is concerned, the generator can be used with a peace of mind, as it features an automatic low oil shut-off and an overload protection (circuit breaker).

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.

With the basic documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab), letting you start the generator quickly, the Champion 201520 also comes with several accessories, including: natural gas hose with NPT adapter, dual port USB adapter, propane hose, funnel and oil.