Champion 4500W Dual Fuel RV Ready Portable Inverter Generator, Electric Start. Full Load Test
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- DUAL FUEL: Operate your 4500-watt portable generator right out of the box on either gasoline or propane, plus the unit holds 0.6-quarts of oil (10W-30 oil included) and has a low oil shut-off sensor
ELECTRIC START: Battery included, plus Quick Touch Panel allows you to access all your controls in one spot
QUIET OPERATION: 61 dBA is perfect for RVs, tailgating, your next project or backup power for your home, featuring 4500 starting watts and 3500 running watts with up to 14 hours run time on gasoline
CLEAN POWER: RV Ready with a 120V 30A RV, plus two 120V 20A household outlets with clean electricity (less than 3% THD) and 12V DC outlet with dual USB adapter
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*100% best **Generater.Systems** I have used. A test for hurricane prep here in Louisiana: three AC units, 5000, 5000 & 8000, 3 fridges, 2 device power setups, 4 flat screens....AND I had 40% of the power meter to spare.*
If you overload the generator, you just push the reset button, turn off the loads and start all over again
This video answered so many of my questions. Now I know if I buy a 5500w gen I won't have any worries of overloading. We have a 30ft 2021 Gulfstream Kingsport Ultra lite with 30a 3 prong plug. My Surge protector is a 30a 3 prong plug to a 50a 4 prong. To plug into the gen, what adapter would I use? I'm new at this travel trailer stuff...Thanks in advance!
Bought my 200988 last year and I've only run Propane through it. I have 3 20lb tanks and will only switch to gas if we have a long outage and I run out of propane. Love this thing.
I bought this 4500w Champion now. I think it's going to be just what I want and need for my use camping as well as some tool use and welding at home. Thanks for the review and appreciated information.
Bro, your technical analysis 👍 spot on! That's the kind of data I want when I'm looking for a review!
Thank you
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Thanks for this video! I've got this model and love it!
I have this generator but with the remote start. Tested my rv with fridge, all lights, battery charger, a 13.5k and 15k AC unit, the generator ran it all and never went to the red 100 percent except briefly when kicking on the compressor on the second ac unit. So far very pleased. Not as quiet as the Generac iq3500 I had before but really wanted power to run a second AC.
Hi,Does this Generator come with Automatic Choke& Remote start? If so, which model? Thanks..
Wow. Surprised it can handle all of that.
What Champion model number do you have?
I have never known ANY of the Champion Dual fuel models to have remote start.
I would be very interested in getting one though!
A plethora of information. Thank you and well done sir!
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I like how the closed framed inverter generators are quieter. However the open frame inverter generators have better terrain wheels and since there open framed they allow air to cool the engine better in extreme heat. Both are great. Awesome videos.
Thanks Michael
Thank you for making this video and doing all the rv test with the digital screen with the wave .
Thanks for watching
Thank you for making this!!
Thanks! Watching from Central Texas.
Bro you went over and beyond anyone else's reviews on this generator. I just bought this generator from someone for half price because they thought it wouldn't run their 50amp camper. I have a 30amp camper and thought it's a good deal and works for me very well. Im probably going to be that friend and send them this video after the holidays of course...
Wow, you got a great deal half price that’s awesome. 👏🏽 yeah, share them this video or my channel.
I enjoyed your test. Just sold my 40' 5th wheel, I'm 74 and it wore me out. Now I need to get my older Champion generator cleaned up for winter.
Hey Ed
My fifth wheel wore me out, so I can’t even imagine what it did to you.
Nice test, nice generator, NICER motor home!!
Great review as always..... Nice Job!
Still jealous of your lawn. I have Bermuda grass and it's just now starting to green up after this horrible winter. Feels like this has been the coldest winter since moving to Georgia in 2005. Another well done video. Believe it or not, I can run one 15k A/C in my RV with my little Westinghouse iGen2200. Yeah, I know many of you will say I'm full of poo-tin. But, if I turn everything off, including the battery charger, it will run. It does struggle when the compressor comes on but it does run. Before y'all get too excited, I've only done this a couple of times when the heat was just unbearable after a long hike and only because I didn't have my 2nd genny to parallel with. That 1st genny I bought 3 years ago still runs great and starts every time I need it. I tell you, good maintenance is the key. Change the oil even more often then you should, spark plug once a year, and drain the gas when not being used. I bet it'll last as long as a Honda. Oh boy, I'm gonna hear it from Honda owners. 😁
Ohh noo😮 you’re going after the Honda people you asking for war!! 🤣🤣
Love to see the LPG load test!
Great test! Thank you.
I have this generator (model 200988) and my only regret is that i didnt know about the the 5500 watt model that was only available from Cabelas. This genny is light and quiet . so far I have not run it on gas and dont intend to unless i get in a situation where my four 20lb propane tanks are empty .
The next step for Champion would be to come out with a 7000 - 9000 watt quiet dual fuel inverter generator that produces both 240v and 120v. Throw in bluetooth load monitoring and it would sell like gangbusters
Excellent presentation!!
Like this model and have several of the older generation champion 2000 watt stackable model. Sure curious about that Genmax 5500. Can't wait to see the full on test of that unit. Wish it was available in my area. Agree champion needs a 5500 5000 watt 120/240 unit....
Great video, thank you!
You are awesome man good job!
Great video. Would love to see a head to head comparison with the WEN DF400i Super Quiet 4000-Watt Dual Fuel
Well done. Thank you
Ty
very interesting test. I haven't seen a test like this on You tube yet. I have this gen set and like it so far. I bought it mainly for power outages at home. thank you for doing this and sharing it with us
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Great video!
Great job bro thanks
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Nice champion. Well done my friend. Keep doing a great job. Hope no one copies you again. Lol
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Thank again for the video good information
Question
What is soft start is that a separate attachment?
Yes, you can install a soft start what it does. It helps the generator start that heavy Ac start up load.
The voltage drop at 30 amps was right at 115 volts which can be dangerous for sensitive electrical equipment
115v isn’t dangerous 104 is and just a few years ago the standard was 110v
You hooked up the oscilloscope to the power? Did you use adapters? I’d like to test mine. Thanks great video.
Yes I made a plug adapter to connect it to the Rv plug so we can monitor though out the test.
Can you use the propane connections to run natural gas with the appropriate connections of course.
You will have to install a natural gas kit in order to run it.
Is there a Propane review on 4500 like your 2500 review?
Wondering how much power we lose when using Propane versus Gas as you stated in older Champion 2500 review video?
Please recommend a “Wattage Meter” like your Grey box that I can use to test the power load for my outdoor Pro Audio Speakers and Laser Lighting without buying a
Load Bank machine.
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I only tested this one on Gas
Hey Gavin, your videos are great, thank you for your efforts! I just purchased a Champion 5500 from Bass Pro Shop. My question for you is my RV has 1- 15,000btu A/C and 1- 13, 500 btu A/C. Will I need a soft start on 1 or both of my A/Cs to operate them? Living in Texas, the A/Cs are a must. Looking forward to your response...thank you!
I would install soft start on both it just really helps that much more and also increases the life of your compressor
I don’t know if a pure sign wave is needed, although nice to have. Most electronic equipment operates just fine with PWM signwave.
Nice vid though !
Great info on all the generators Gavin, thank you. I have narrowed my search down to the Champion 4500 duel fuel and the WEN df400i. Which of these might you choose if you had to pick just between these two? Build quality, reliability, and life of the unit being important, all other features being similar. Thank you very much for your input and thanks again for all the great information.
These are very close I would choose the champion 4500
@@GeneratorReviews Thank you very much for the quick reply Gavin. I am new to generators and have learned a lot from your channel. Is there another duel fuel option similar to these two that you might pick over the Champion?
@@robertmcgaughey4094 No problem please subscribe share and keep watching always willing to help👍🏾
I noticed the wen 4000 dual fuel has automatic switch from propane to gas when it runs out, does this champion have that feature as well?
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What Watt reader are using in your videos? Love the videos 👍
I made it, check out my videos on how I made it. links are in the description
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Hi Gavin. It looks like you have a TT-30 RV 30 amp to L14-30 connector with a 90 degree bend. That looks like it would reduce the strain on the plug on the generator. Can you please give me a link to this? I'm new, just moved to Florida, and trying to get set up for the upcoming hurricane season.
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The question I have does it matter if your rv is hooked up to this generator first then you start it with the remote control starter? I was under the impression that you should always start your generator first then plug in your rv
Yes always unless you have a surge protector that will sense the voltage drop and disconnect the load.
When you remote start your generator, it will connect after the voltage has stabilized preventing any damage to your load
What is a bonding plug and where can I get one thanks great video by the way I just got my 4,500 can't wait to start using it.
Bonding plugs bond the ground and the neutral together so you can use a surge protector.
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The Champion 4650-Watt Wireless Remote Start Generator 200993 is no longer sold by Home Depot or Lowes. Anyone know what's going on with that?
Probably just out of stock until the new ones are ready
Would a 30a Surge Protector be good enough for this 4500? They seem pricey $200.-$300.?
They are cheaper alternatives that works great
Check out my video on surge protectors
Gavin, I bought a champion power inverter #201154. During our first dry run with our new 30 amp travel trailer, the champion inverter would power up the microwave, fire place and a/c but none out the outlets. Checked the gfci and wouldn’t trip. Before we left our camp site I place my Powsafe 30 amp surge protector to a full hook up and everything was green, went inside and tripped the gfci. When I place the surge protector on the champion one light is bouncing. What does that mean? I’m not happy. I should have two consistent green lights, one is all over the place and I think it’s tripping the gfci. Please help
I would try grounding the generator to the Rv or use a bonding plug on the generator.
I’m not sure what’s going on but you can try and see if it works.
@@GeneratorReviews try bonding, didn’t work. Returned it and purchased a Westinghouse i400….will see what happens, I did see your video regarding the Westinghouse. 👍🏽
@@efrenmoran8098 There’s no need having that issue in the beginning sometimes the best thing to do is just return it and get one that works properly👍🏾
For the break-in process, did you follow the manual exactly or did you do your own version?
I don’t follow the manual for break-in procedure
@@GeneratorReviews can you share what different process you do and why?
I have this generator. Do you think this will run a new coleman mach 13.5k without a softstart and not cause the a/c to overwork on startup? The T.T. is a brand new unit and the dealer said a softstart may void the a/c warranty. So im hesitant on installing it or may go with the softstart built into the surge protector but it had mixed reviews. What do you think?
It will run the AC without a soft start, but if I were going to install a soft start, I would go with the one that’s hardwired directly to the AC, which I recommend you do it helps.
@@GeneratorReviews Thank you!👍
Do you think this will run everything including my AC in my 2008 keystone Laredo 315rl
AC is 13,500btu
You shouldn’t have any problem running all your essential loads with this generator
What is a soft start? And who installs that?
A soft start allows you to run your air conditioning on a smaller generator
What kind of fuel are you running the octane? Is there ethanol in it? I tried to run a break in on mine first 5 hours with non-ethanol fuel. It almost doesn't seem to like it.
I run 87 octane fuel with that 10% ethanol
@@GeneratorReviews umm.. I found it helps to open the air vent as well. :) ha! Sometimes I'm fun to watch
when running on propane does the fuel gauge work like it does when running on gas
No the fuel gauge will not work for propane you have to have a gauge added to your propane tank they have Bluetooth fuel gauge for propane tank you can install one and use you phone.
@@GeneratorReviews thanks for the reply and videos i just ordered the champion 4650 dual fuel from tractor supply should be here in 2 days thanks again
which one is quieter this generator or predator 3500 thanks
I think the Predator is quieter but with a 1000w less starting power
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Hey Gavin.....can you run this generator if I use a 3 pong to 4 pong (240 volt) adapter? If I run parallel and I cinnect to my food truck?
You won’t get 240v even when you parallel
That's what I thought. Thanks man
@@GeneratorReviews Any thoughts for a good but yet lighter generator or inverter that I can pull off a 240 volt plug?
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Does this generator switch from propane to gas automatically?
Unfortunately it doesn’t switch automatically
I don’t know how I’m going to do it but I’m going to embark on the mission of putting a remote start on this dual fuel version. Tips on how to do this from anyone would be very much appreciated.
Check out "Loving RV Life". He's got a video where he built a generic remote starter for his predator for $40. With a little modification, you might be able to make it work for you too. At the very least, it'll get you started in the right direction.
It can be done search WRCS
Wireless Remote Control Starting in google
@@GeneratorReviews Thank you!
Is your RV 30 amp or 50 amp? Will this generator run a 50amp rv?
My Rv is a 50amp, this generator will with an adapter
@@GeneratorReviews thank you for the quick response
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Not a good test. Says it's 4500. Lets see that. I don't think so. If you look at the parts list the inverter inside is rated at 3.8 surge and 3.3 running. Where they got 4500 is beyond me and I assure you nothing will start at 4500 surge. Lets see you test that. It will fail. It's all BS marketing crap talk. They're new 4650 has the same inverter with the same specs. Every single manufacturer is listing BS about their generators. If it could possible do 3.3 or even 4.7 it would have a much larger RV plug, not just a 30 amp. So, lets see you stress that thing at 4500!!!!
You started this with not a good test
@@GeneratorReviews Well, join the sheep herd
@@chasein7019 it’s much better that we have a humane conversation. I’m here to help.
I do make videos where I stress test the generators and take them to the limit
"Every single manufacturer is listing BS"...with the exception of Honda; their generators do what they're advertised to do. As far as the 30 amp outlet's limitations, you can also use the other 3-prong 20 amp plugs WHILE you're using the 30 amp outlet if you choose; you're not limited to the 30 amp only. When I run my two EU2200's in parallel connected to my house transfer switch, I'm using the Companion's 30 amp receptacle, which of course is limited to 3600 watts, so there's no way I could approach the advertised 4400 watt surge limit of the two. However sometimes I'll run an additional cord from one of the 20 amp plugs directly to my garage door openers, allowing me to utilize more than the 3600 running watts if need be. That option is available.
Great test. Thanks for the vid