Champion 201535 - 5250/6500W Tri Fuel Inverter Generator With Remote Start

In short, the Champion 201535 is a portable inverter generator adequately designed for:

• RV travellers wishing to enhance their freedom and nomad lifestyle
• People occasionally participating in outdoor fairs, festivals or events
• 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

Over the following sections, you'll uncover its power characteristics, the selection of outlets it offers, its overall portability, and the supplementary features it includes.

Power & Run Time

The Champion 201535

The Champion 201535 delivers 120/240V and is equipped with a tri-fuel technology, enabling it to operate on gasoline, propane, or natural gas. When powered by gasoline, it achieves a running wattage of 5,250W and a peak wattage of 6,500W. Switching to propane provides 4,725 rated watts and 6,500 peak watts, while natural gas operation delivers 4,253W of rated wattage and 6,500W of starting wattage.

With a noise rating of 64 dBA (just slightly more noisy than a normal conversation), the inverter generator features a manual recoil starter system, but also a convenient and easy-to-use electric starter (battery included). Additionally, the 201535 features remote starting, offering users increased convenience (key fob included).

In terms of running time, the 201535, equipped with a 4.5 gallons fuel tank, is capable of running continuously for up to 18 hours on a full gasoline tank (with fuel consumption estimated at around 0.25 gallons per hour). When utilizing propane, it provides up to 16 hours (on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 0.29 GPH) of operation.

Sensitive electronics can be safely plugged in the AC outlets, as the 201535 produces a clean sine wave, with a <3% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD).

Outlets

The control panel provides the upcoming 6 AC outlets:

Moreover, it boasts 1 DC outlet: there's a 12V 8A (cigarette lighter style) receptacle with which you may charge your batteries with ease. The unit also includes a dual port USB adapter, providing the capability to conveniently charge 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, since it features a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, the 201535 is tailored to be transfer switch ready, making it easy to connect it to your breaker box for home power support during outages. 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

Thanks to its closed inverter generator design (L25.2 x W20.5 x H22.6 in), the Champion 201535 not only offers superior aesthetics but also operates with reduced noise levels compared to a typical, open frame generator. The featured design follows the latest trends and is ideal for easy and recreational use.

With a weight of 123.5 lbs, the generator is still labeled as 'portable,' denoting its ability to be moved, although its heaviness might restrict easy portability. However, the limited maneuverability is remedied with its set of 2 wheels (⌀5.5") and its folding handle, facilitating convenient shifting once the generator is positioned on the ground.

Features

The 201535's control panel

To help you monitor the 201535's status and activity, its control panel is equipped with a digital Intelligauge data center, giving you information on the lifetime run hours, power output, voltage and frequency.

In addition to this info, when the oil level is too low, you will be informed by the featured light indicator.

The inclusion of a built-in fuel gauge in the inverter generator streamlines gas level checks for quick and convenient assessments.

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

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.

Besides the classic documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab) to get you promptly started, the Champion 201535 also comes with some accessories: tool kit, propane hose, natural gas hose with NPT adapter, oil, dual port USB adapter, funnel and key fob are included.