Champion Power Equipment 100174/100199 8.5 kW Review

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Item Dimensions

Weight - 460 lb.
Width - 27 in.
Height - 25 in.
Length - 48 in.

Our grades

Noise 9.9
Efficiency 0.0
Reliability/Customer Satisfaction 9.4
Power to Price Ratio 7.5
8.6 Average rating
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Pros
  • This unit is not very large and is very quiet as compared to outside (open) generators, its noise level is about 59.5 dBA
  • Champion support includes 10-year limited warranty
  • Easy to start, in case of power blackout it starts automatically
  • Reliable and durable (the most reliable backup generator)
  • EPA certified and CARB compliant in 50 states
Cons
  • This unit has no wheels which is a really big challenge when users want to transfer it to another place
  • Some users have complained that this unit vibrates a lot
Propane Running Watts 8500
Natural Gas Running Watts 7500
AC Output Voltage 120/240
Phase 1
Propane Running Amps 70.8A (120V)/35
Natural Gas Running Amps 31.3A (240V)
Noise Level (dBA) 59
Inverter No
Start Type Electric Start,
Fuel Type Natural Gas, Propane,
Full load fuel consumption (gallons/hour) 1.5
CARB Compliant CARB Compliant
Emissions EPA, CARB
Engine Champion 4-stroke V-Twin, 439cc, 3600 RPM
Recommended oil Mobil 1 5W-30
Outlet Type
USB no
Low Oil Shutdown Yes
Overload Protection yes
Transfer Switch Automatic, 50 Amps, NEMA 1
Application Whole House,
Product Weight 460 lb.
Product Width 27 in.
Product Height 25 in.
Product Length 48 in.

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