Champion 3500-Watt Dual Fuel RV Ready Portable Generator with CO Shield®
Champion 201296 3,500 W dual-fuel portable generator — 4,375 W starting / 3,500 W running on gasoline, 3,150 W on LP, 68 dB(A), 224cc, 14 h. on gasoline; 10.5 h. on propane at 1/2 load, CO Shield, 30 A RV receptacle, 104.7 lb.
Champion’s powerful 3500-watt generator features CO Shield® carbon monoxide auto shutoff system. Equipped with Dual Fuel, allowing the 224cc engine to run on either gasoline or propane, it provides up to 14 hours of run time on gasoline or 10.5 hours on propane
Specifications
- Output. Gasoline: 4,375 W starting / 3,500 W running. Propane: 3,950 W starting / 3,150 W running.
- Engine. 224cc.
- Fuel and run time. 4.7 gal tank, 14 h. on gasoline; 10.5 h. on propane at 1/2 load.
- Sound. 68 dB(A) (Champion publishes no measurement distance for this model).
- Starting. Recoil.
- Outlets. (1) 120V Duplex (5-20R); (1) 120V (TT-30R); (1) 120V 30A Locking (L5-30R).
- CO Shield®. Carbon monoxide auto shutoff — the unit shuts itself down if CO builds up around it.
- Size and weight. 23.4 in. L x 19.7 in. W x 19.8 in. H, 104.7 lb.
- Warranty. 3-year limited warranty.
- Emissions. EPA Certified: Yes; PGMA Compliant G300-2018 (CARB status not published on product page).
Altitude — this matters more than the sticker suggests
Champion's own operator's manual for this machine states that engine power and generator output are reduced by about 3.5% for every 1,000 ft of elevation above sea level. That sentence is in the manual, not on the product page, and it is the number that decides whether this generator does what you bought it for.
- Denver, ~5,280 ft: about 18% off — roughly 2,853 W instead of 3,500 W.
- Colorado Springs, ~6,035 ft: about 21% off — roughly 2,761 W instead of 3,500 W.
- Monument / Palmer Divide, ~7,000 ft: about 24% off — roughly 2,642 W instead of 3,500 W.
- Leadville / high passes, ~9,000 ft: about 32% off — roughly 2,398 W instead of 3,500 W.
It needs a high-altitude jet here, and we can get it. Champion makes a high-altitude carburetor main jet for this model covering 3281-9842.5 ft.(1000-3000 m) — part 100082394, for carburetor code 100794965-0001. Colorado Springs is 6,035 ft, so on the Front Range this is not optional if you want the machine to run properly. Champion does not sell these jets on the shelf — the manual tells you to contact their technical support. Buy the generator from us and we will sort the jet out with it, matched to the carburetor code stamped on your actual unit.
One warning worth repeating. Champion is explicit that a high-altitude jet must not be run below its minimum altitude — “Operation using the alternative main jet at elevations lower than the recommended minimum altitude can damage the engine. For operation at lower elevations, the originally supplied standard main jet must be used.” If you take the machine back down to sea level, the standard jet goes back in.
Manual. Champion publishes the full operator’s manual for this model, including the high-altitude section quoted above: 201296 operator’s manual (PDF).
Champion’s powerful 3500-watt generator features CO Shield® carbon monoxide auto shutoff system. Equipped with Dual Fuel, allowing the 224cc engine to run on either gasoline or propane, it provides up to 14 hours of run time on gasoline or 10.5 hours on propane
- Dual Fuel — Operate your 3500-watt portable generator right out of the box on either gasoline or propane, plus features CO Shield® carbon monoxide auto shutoff system
- Covered Outlets — a 120V 30A (TT-30R) RV outlet, a 120V 30A outlet (L5-30R), and a 120V 20A household duplex outlet (5-20R)
- Intelligauge — Keep track of voltage, frequency, session run time, and total runtime hours to easily monitor output and track maintenance intervals
- Powerful — At 4375 starting watts and 3500 running watts on gasoline and 3950 starting watts and 3150 running watts on propane, trust Volt Guard™ keeps your appliances and equipment safe from electrical voltage spikes
- Champion Support — Includes 3-year limited warranty with FREE lifetime technical support from dedicated experts
The Champion Power Equipment 201296 3500-Watt Dual Fuel Portable Generator with CO Shield® is the perfect combination of versatility and convenience. Whether you need power for your home or next project, Champion Power Equipment makes powering your life more convenient than ever. You’ll appreciate the reliable recoil start, plus Cold Start Technology ensures a quick start in cold weather. Easily monitor output and track maintenance intervals with Intelligauge, which allows you to keep track of voltage, frequency and run-time hours. Designed with a low oil shut-off switch, this unit includes 0.6-quarts of 10W-30 oil. Operate your Dual-Fuel generator right out of the box on gasoline or propane, and easily switch fuels with our patented fuel select dial that allows for safe switching between fuel sources. Using gasoline, the 224cc Champion engine produces 4375 starting watts and 3500 running watts, and will run for 14 hours at 50% load when the 4.7-gallon fuel tank is full. It produces 3950 starting watts and 3150 running watts, and will run for 10.5 hours at 50% load when using a 20-pound propane tank. Also included is a 6.5-foot propane hose with a built-in regulator. With a noise level of 68 dBA from 23 feet, which is a bit louder than a vacuum, this machine can provide home backup in an outage, plus the Volt Guard™ built-in surge protector prevents overloads and keeps your appliances and equipment safe. All the outlets have covers for protection and include a 120V 30A (TT-30R) RV outlet, a 120V 30A outlet (L5-30R), and a 120V 20A household duplex outlet (5-20R). Champion’s thoughtful packaging and clear directions make setup hassle free. Buy this EPA certified generator with confidence – Champion Support and our nationwide network of service centers will back up your purchase with a 3-year limited warranty and FREE lifetime technical support. CO Shield technology monitors the accumulation of carbon monoxide (CO), a poisonous gas produced by engine exhaust when the generator is running. If CO Shield detects unsafe elevated levels of CO gas, it automatically shuts off the engine. CO Shield is not a substitute for an indoor carbon monoxide alarm or for safe operation. DO NOT allow engine exhaust fumes to enter a confined area through windows, doors, vents or other openings. Generators must ALWAYS be used outdoors, far away from occupied buildings with engine exhaust pointed away from people and buildings. Meets the requirements of ANSI/PGMA G300-2018.