Champion 201602 - 5000/6250W Tri Fuel Generator With Electric Start

In a few words, the Champion 201602 is a portable generator perfectly suited for:

• RV travellers looking for even more independence
• People occasionally participating in sporting competitions, open-air performances and outdoor 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 able to use the most necessary devices in their household, even during a blackout
• Professionals in need of safely powering high-intensity work or lighting equipment

In the upcoming sections, you'll discover its power characteristics, the array of outlets it presents, its overall portability, and the additional features it possesses.

Power & Run Time

The Champion 201602

The Champion 201602 delivers 120/240V and benefits from a tri-fuel technology that allows it to run on gasoline, propane, or natural gas. When gasoline-powered, it enjoys a running wattage of 5,000W and a peak wattage of 6,250W. When propane-powered, it benefits from 4,500 rated watts and 5,625 peak watts. Its natural gas operation offers 4,050W of rated wattage and 5,075W of starting wattage.

With a noise rating of 74 dBA (just slightly more noisy than a vacuum cleaner), the generator features a standard recoil pull-rope starting mechanism, but also a convenient and efficient electric starter (battery included).

Concerning its running time, the 201602, featuring a 7.7 gallons fuel tank, can continuously run for around 12 hours at 50% load with a full gasoline tank (consuming fuel at approximately 0.64 gallons per hour). Alternatively, when utilizing propane, it offers around 6.5 hours (on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 0.72 GPH) of runtime.

Considering its high Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) of less than 20%, it is not recommended to rely on the 201602 for powering sensitive electronic devices.

Outlets

The control panel provides the upcoming 4 AC outlets:

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 201602'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

Measuring L28.1 x W27.1 x H25 in, the classic open frame build of the Champion 201602 delivers stability and easy maintenance access to components, facilitating air circulation. The design is ideal for rough environments and demanding outdoor use.

While weighing 152 lbs, the generator is classified as 'portable,' indicating its mobility, albeit its heftiness may limit portability in specific situations. However, the constrained maneuverability is addressed with the assistance of its wheel kit (⌀8") and its folding handle, allowing for easy shifting once the generator is placed on the ground.

Features

The 201602's control panel

To facilitate status and activity monitoring, an Intelligauge meter showing you voltage, frequency and lifetime hours are embedded in the control panel of the 201602.

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

As for its security measures, the device features an automatic low oil shut-off and an overload protection (circuit breaker), letting you use it with a peace of mind.

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 201602 also comes with several accessories, including: propane hose, funnel, oil and natural gas hose with NPT adapter.