This is, by far, the most comprehensive and entertaining review I've seen for this generator. It had every piece of information I could ask for. You even showed the exhaust port! I looked everywhere for an image of the exhaust port because I wanted to see how feasible it would be to pipe the exhaust out a window in the garage. Thank you, and keep up the great work!
according to the manual you have to put the dial in the choke when you prime it with propane .... pull up to 5 times and then put it on run in order to start. The reason you had a hard time startining it was because you were trying to prime it with the dial on open propane .... but don't feel to bad ... I have a hard time starting it even going by the manual
Ok. My wife is wondering why I have the giggles. Those stickers were genius. You have succeeded in providing useful info with sophomoric humor, the best kind. Makes me laugh and gets the wife doing eye rolls, hence a perfect world.
Our Champion 2500 watt arrived today. After filling up the oil tank as recommended by the Champion user guide, I worked up a mild sweat starting the generator for the first time. Finally, success! Thanks for all your tutorials to make this all happen!
Great video, I think this small 2500 unit will run my tear drop trailer on propane no problem, I only have a 5000 btu AC unit and no microwave but I will need a LOLOHO sticker on it to keep me safe, LOL
The water from the propane will settle in fuel bowl in most dual fuel generators over a period of time but by burning gas every now and then you save yourself from a rust bowl..Great Video
😂 OMG this is by far the best tutorial for this generator. Thank you Thank you for making it humorous- just makes opening up this thing and setting it up that much more fun and understandable to newbies.
Sean....... Sean. You're not starting it right when on propane. Ya need to prime it in choke mode. 4-5 pulls in the choke setting, then, and only then, place your EZ START DIAL in the propane mode, and pull to start. Can I say it starts easier? Well, based on my experience and your video, if have to say individual results may vary. Thanks, again, for another great vid!
Glad I watched this. I was debating about whether to get this generator and a soft start or the 4500 watt version. Mine AC is 15,000 BTU so it is kind of a no brainer since the Champion 2500 wouldn't adequately power your 13,500 BTU. As usual, very useful video.
I have an 18 ft Coleman 1805B with a 12,000 BTU air conditioner, and my first generation 2000W Champion dual fuel generator and it starts and runs the A/C with no issues. That is until we move to higher altitudes.
Ok, I'm sure I will happily stay with my 3100 Champion *electric start* unit... which I bought on your recommendation.... :-) :-) I'm no 'spring chicken' but I can still load that bad-boy under the overhang of the 5th wheel RV!! I was reminded as I watched... I'm still looking for a Whirly Gig of the old logger endlessly pulling the cord on his old McCullagh chain saw..... or the ancient Mariner pulling the cord on the reluctant Outboard... if you ever see these for sale. I'll be your HUCKLEBERRY!!! Thanks!! :-) :-)
I added a bolt on carburetor upgrade kit to run my 5250 watt construction type generator on propane. That carburetor has a pushbutton primer that gives a big puff of propane into the engine for cold starting. It usually starts on first or second pull. OBTW: AL - U - MIN - IUM. !!! 👍
I have a 24 year old Coleman Powermate 3500 that I also converted and has a pushbutton on the regulator for priming. It too, still starts very easily even if just sitting for years. So I'm assuming there is no push-button on the regulator that comes with this unit.
@@LongLongHoneymoon The 2500 champion dual fuel what is the amps running and starting and engine CC's? I couldn't see the side technical sticker tried to look it up no luck. Thanks
for A/C units on RV's, try turning the fan on first, then turning on the cold settings. This way, the Fan and Compressor doesn't turn on at the same time. I can run my 8k A/C on my RV with a Honda 1k generator. Hope this helps!!!
The nice thing with the victron 3000. You can tell it how many amps to pull. It will pull the rest from the battery bank. I have the victron 2000, Two BB batteries, Honda 2200. Nice video.
I have the Champion 2000w dual-fuel generator. It has no problem starting our 11,000 BTU air conditioner with a Micro-Air EasyStart on propane. I need to make sure my fridge is on propane (as Sean mentioned) and the house battery isn't charging (battery disconnect switch).
Purchased two of these last spring.. My complaints are limited to the starting on propane. It takes at least 15 minutes of back and forth on the starter process.. I noticed you have had the same issues starting it… Did you do anything to the regulator for it to start easily?
I'm pretty sure you're not supposed to try and start it with choke on right? I think they say pull the cord a few times with choke on, then turn choke off to actually start it
Great job Shawn. I have gas only unit and it ran my generator at lower elevation. Not at 9000 ft but did not need it there. Safe travels and prayers for your uncle and aunt.
Did you empty the gas tank before testing with propane? I know nothing of what is behind that propane/gas/choke switch, but my guess is it just controls the butterfly valve in the carburetor. (I.e. no cutoff for gas tank.) So, with gas in the tank AND propane attached it could be using both???
Great video as always. Is there anything regarding the max size propane tank that can be hooked up? Have a 100lb tank at home and would be great if grid went down to attach to it.
We just bought this generator and finished break in hours. Probably going to buy a 2nd unit with the pairing module IF we need to run one of our ACs. With propane, talked to Champion support and they confirmed that you must offset the dial slightly from propane run, especially on initial several starts. It’s a known issue.
You seem knowledgeable on your videos so I have a question. Is there away to hook the generator directly to the port of the Airstream to draw off of the 2 Airstream tanks.
Congratulations on your great sense of humour that made me watch the whole demo, which was also a great help. I just went out to Machine Mart and picked one up (a generator- not a sense of humour.) Just got to wait for the arrival of my Brother sticker printer. 😆 NO WASPS!
I like this video. Was laughing with the stickers. Glad the testing you did worked for the air and microwave. Very well done. Thank you for this video!
They can't put a 30amp receptacle on that generator Shawn. It is only a 2500 watt gen. It can only supply 20.83 amps at 120volts. A generator has to supply at last 80% of the rating of the receptacle or 24 amps for a 30 amp receptacle. A 3000 watt gen would supply about 25 amps, which would meet that requirement. 3000 W and 3500w gens are where they start installing 30 amp receptacles, if I am not mistaken. Great video, I love the propane option.
Is it possible to start it on gas and then switch to propane? I ask because back in the 70's my uncle had a car that was converted to run on propane. He had to start it on gas before switching over. Might make things easier since it seemed to start really well on gas.
Hi LOLOHO. Thanks for this comprehensive review. Is product American made? Does unit come with/include the propane-tank-to-generator hose and/or the gen-to-house power cable or are they extra? What is engine brand, model, size? Would the starter battery in electric-start models be wet cell, dry cell, or lithium? Do the electric-start versions of the geneator retain the pull start as backup (i would hope so because the more bells and whistles, the more failure modes)? Thanks for any info. I know you are busy. Happy Holidays! Best. L
I would really like a light weight generator that would run and power our camper and was seriously considering this unit. But having a Honda EU3000is with electric start and VERY quiet. It's a tough sell. You can run the Honda anywhere as no one can hear it. Electric start is awesome and it sips fuel. But I'm getting older and so is he wife and it takes both of us to move it around. Sooner or later we'll have to make a change...but I'm not sure this one is gonna fill the bill or not.
Your episodes and tips and information are always very informative you make it easy to understand I noticed on your site the champion 4500 what are your thoughts on that ?
I tell you man it's getting so bad that for a few minutes I thought those stickers were real LOL no kidding (freaking California) but that is awesome and I'm buying one of these generators so great video
The propane regulator must be in vertical position to properly flow the fuel (from top to bottom). Anyway, it is a decent size dual fuel generator.. I hate the weight of my 4500w generator
Great video! I just ordered mine. It will live on the back of my truck. I would like a cover like you have but I can't seem to find one. Can you tell me where you purchased it or a link?
Hi Loloho guys - another great video, but I do have a question...I remember a video a while back that Sean put out about generators that said when running a generator, it's a good idea to disconnect the house batteries unless they need to be charged because that extra load required to charge the batteries might be enough to prevent the generator from powering on the A/C unit....I may have missed it, but I don't think y'all disconnected the house batteries before trying to start your A/C unit from the "little banana". Could that have been the reason why the A/C couldn't start? Love y'alls channel!
Do not run eco mode for larger loads, and do not run it for extended periods of time under high loads or loads that may increase and decrease (fluctuate) during the run time. You were drawing too many amps on the first test and even the second test. Limit the draw on your Victron to 15A. Batteries to run AC, generator to charge the batteries works the most consistently for me. I also use my generator (same model) mainly for tasks away from wall outlets and to recharge my solar batteries. Place the EZ start dial between gas and propane while trying to start it.
Did you try to kick on the fan for the a/c first, THEN the cold? I'd like to only use a small inverter genny like this rather than a 100lb inverter generator. My small camper has a 13,500btu (overkill) a/c. I'll have to test it by the fan first, then the a/c cold to see if it doesn't overload the generator. Otherwise, I'll install a soft start to my rooftop a/c for another $300. and not worry about it.
Loved your video and the stickers. We just got the dual fuel 3100 generator. Propane instructions say to pull the choke, and I *do* like the electric start
One thing you did wrong. You turned the generator off. And then you turned off the propane. do it in reverse. When you turn off the generator first, then turn off the tank. There's gas still in the line. First, turn off the tank gas. Let the generator continue to run, and it will shut off on its own after It uses up all the gas in the line. After it shuts off on its own, then you turn off the generator switch. Leaving the line empty.
Please tell me again how to shop on Amazon through your store. I try and then go looking for what I intend to buy (not on your Amazon store site) and it looks like I lose you. Can I put everything I'm buying into my shopping cart and then go to your page and checkout? Will that work? Thanks.
I'm a first time buyer and have been putting this off for about a year. Thank you so much for this information! I'm using this for my 4x6 food trailer. I'm only powering a 1100w hot dog steamer, 2 fans in the summer, I'm in the south, and my led lights on my trailer. I've been using a 12v battery for the lights, and an outdoor electric cord for other. I knew I would eventually need to purchase a generator at some point. I've hit it! I think this will do the job. I'm just worried that it might be a bit loud? Are you still using it 2 years later, or would you put out the extra money for a quite Honda generator?
Thanks so much I just bought this generator to replace my predator 2000i because of the extra power and the propane option your video is awesome plus I just Saw the Alabama tag I live in Lillian Alabama on Perdido bay love your videos
Hi, would u still recommend the gen after using for over 6month? what about quality and durability, would u mind to give me some feedback please 😀? thanks in advance kr
thanks for the video.. if i run the gen on gas it will gunk up after so long,(months years??) if i run on propane it won"t so i'm told . if i run it on gas and then say run it on propane say the last 20 minutes will that prevent it from ever gunking up or are two differant systems inside??? thanks
Question for you. I just bought this unit thanks to your video and the ability for this unit to run propane. Is it normal to hear the sound of propane coming out of tank when it is connected to generator but not running? I checked all connections with soapy water, so I would guess it is being consumed internally.
I haven't read the directions, but old v8 conversions preferred to start on gasoline and then be switched to propane. The rotary switch starting at the choke on gas, then propane and off, makes sense.
OMG! Extremely informative, yet totally hilarious; especially as it pertains to the hilarious stickers. As our new TT has a 15K A/C, we are going to eventually opt for 2 of these 2500 watt Champions. I have some research to do regarding the Champions. Specifically, does Champion make a propane hose (with a "Y" connector) that can connect two Champion generators? Also, my TT has 2 propane quick disconnects. Since my TT already has 2 x 30 LB tanks with a pressure regulator, I am hoping that if I use the TT's propane quick disconnects, I do not need an additional pressure regulator. I would love to run both generators off of 1 tank (for convenience).
For a second, I was in shock that a company placed such stickers, read the comments, and finally caught on about the jokes. As a Latino, the sticker about white people in California had me thinking this was a Cuban generator company LOL.
I had a 2000 generator for a number of years and it did a fine job as a lighting plant and occasionally running the microwave and any other appliance you can plug into a 15 amp circuit. Trying to run anything close to 13 to 15 amps causes the generator to run flat out. If you can get your A/C unit to start through technology and leave it on for extended periods of time I think is putting a pretty good strain on your generator. It works........but!. Honda has upped the game and now does not even offer a 2000 watt generator as such anymore. They have beefed up the 2000 watt to 2200 to ease the strain on that class of generator. This way they have a unit in the weight and capacity class that a lot of RVer's want. It will run your A/C without ripping its guts out. For me, I use the 3000-watt version now and it more or less idles when the 13500 BTU A/C unit is operating. If my sweetie chooses to run the microwave at the same time occasionally, it can handle it. Any research I've done brings me to the conclusion that the only manufacturers that are not playing games with the wattage numbers are Honda and Yamaha. If you stay under the advertised "continuous wattage" numbers on the less expensive models they usually do fine. Only my opinion. Happy camping.
I notice you are not using a Neutral-Ground Bonding Plug. Is one not needed on this unit, or do you have something onboard your trailer that solves that problem?
I have a similar Champion dual fuel, model 100420. It takes forever to start on propane. It needs a bleed valve to prime the propane line but I'm guessing the lawyers won't allow it.
I also have the 2400 - The way I start it is pull easy (choke) till you fill it wants to start in prime/choke ( that starts a vacuum witch opens the regulator for propane) , then put in propane, pull a couple of times ( you may have to redo procedure ( choke/propane) again till it starts.
Hi there!! Greetings from CO again! QUESTION: 5 months later, is your champion mini still performing well for you? Our Outdoors RV travel trailer should be within 2 weeks of being constructed.....finally! And, I want to tote an inverter generator with as a back up. I'll be installing 4 100ah lithiums, a 3k converter, and try to get at least 800w of panels on our roofs. We will have a 15k a/c, but I will also put on a soft start. So....the goal would be that it would be REALLY cool if the 2500w gen could run our soft start 15k a/c. And, of course, I am trying to decide between an $1100 Honda or a $600 Champion or other 2200w off shoot.
So now a year later, how is your generator doing? Will it last for years to come. I’m going to replace my uncle’s Honda. We need more power than his 2000.
Hello I have a question about using gas or the propane part of the generator can I use only the propane part of it and when I do want to use the gas part of it do I have to let it run dry so that way there is no way of corrosion inside the tank and by using only the propane will that mess up the generator and anyway
The Co2 sensor on this is very delicate. Using outside WIDE open area & within 1-2hrs of using it a little bit of wind gust came by & caused it to shut off. (Exhaust was facing into the gust of wind at the time) turned it sideways & stayed on for the rest of the event. A bit disappointing it that fact. Co2 cutoff shouldn’t be triggering this easy especially since it used outdoors. Can’t return it since I’ve added oil & gas
Since you have a Victron inverter, you should be able to turn the AC amp input down to 13 amps on your control panel when running on propane, and let the battery/inverter make up the difference to run your air conditioner compressor with the Victron power assist feature.
This is, by far, the most comprehensive and entertaining review I've seen for this generator. It had every piece of information I could ask for. You even showed the exhaust port! I looked everywhere for an image of the exhaust port because I wanted to see how feasible it would be to pipe the exhaust out a window in the garage. Thank you, and keep up the great work!
Glad it was helpful! And I really appreciate your kind comments. 🙏 More generator reviews on the way!
Thats a great idea I never thought of that. Is it feasible to exhaust this?
according to the manual you have to put the dial in the choke when you prime it with propane .... pull up to 5 times and then put it on run in order to start. The reason you had a hard time startining it was because you were trying to prime it with the dial on open propane .... but don't feel to bad ... I have a hard time starting it even going by the manual
Ok. My wife is wondering why I have the giggles. Those stickers were genius. You have succeeded in providing useful info with sophomoric humor, the best kind. Makes me laugh and gets the wife doing eye rolls, hence a perfect world.
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Our Champion 2500 watt arrived today. After filling up the oil tank as recommended by the Champion user guide, I worked up a mild sweat starting the generator for the first time. Finally, success! Thanks for all your tutorials to make this all happen!
The stickers made my day.
Thank the lawyers for all those.
Now I desire some smooth motor oil.
They did not disappoint.
Come to think of it, I wasn’t expecting that much entertainment so they overachieved.
Thats what sold me on it😂😂
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Hey Mr., it’s my shaft and I’ll lubricate it as much as I’d like thank you very much!!!!
Great video, I think this small 2500 unit will run my tear drop trailer on propane no problem, I only have a 5000 btu AC unit and no microwave but I will need a LOLOHO sticker on it to keep me safe, LOL
The water from the propane will settle in fuel bowl in most dual fuel generators over a period of time but by burning gas every now and then you save yourself from a rust bowl..Great Video
😂 OMG this is by far the best tutorial for this generator. Thank you Thank you for making it humorous- just makes opening up this thing and setting it up that much more fun and understandable to newbies.
Sean....... Sean. You're not starting it right when on propane. Ya need to prime it in choke mode. 4-5 pulls in the choke setting, then, and only then, place your EZ START DIAL in the propane mode, and pull to start.
Can I say it starts easier? Well, based on my experience and your video, if have to say individual results may vary.
Thanks, again, for another great vid!
I'm not into RVing but I do like to be prepared for emergencies and this little generator looks Awsome. And love that it's duel fuel.
Glad I watched this. I was debating about whether to get this generator and a soft start or the 4500 watt version. Mine AC is 15,000 BTU so it is kind of a no brainer since the Champion 2500 wouldn't adequately power your 13,500 BTU. As usual, very useful video.
They have excellent customer service too, and all the parts are available.
I have an 18 ft Coleman 1805B with a 12,000 BTU air conditioner, and my first generation 2000W Champion dual fuel generator and it starts and runs the A/C with no issues. That is until we move to higher altitudes.
I love mine.....easy starting, economical. Great Champion quality at a great price!
But I’d it as quiet as the Honda same size?
@@nms1508 Not worth more than twice the price for just a few more decibels. Not enough for most (except maybe dogs) to hear or care.
hi would u still recommend the gen, with regards to quality and durability?
The stickers are a hoot! Kudos to the marketing department! 😜👍
Ok, I'm sure I will happily stay with my 3100 Champion *electric start* unit... which I bought on your recommendation.... :-) :-) I'm no 'spring chicken' but I can still load that bad-boy under the overhang of the 5th wheel RV!!
I was reminded as I watched... I'm still looking for a Whirly Gig of the old logger endlessly pulling the cord on his old McCullagh chain saw..... or the ancient Mariner pulling the cord on the reluctant Outboard... if you ever see these for sale. I'll be your HUCKLEBERRY!!! Thanks!! :-) :-)
I added a bolt on carburetor upgrade kit to run my 5250 watt construction type generator on propane. That carburetor has a pushbutton primer that gives a big puff of propane into the engine for cold starting. It usually starts on first or second pull.
OBTW: AL - U - MIN - IUM. !!! 👍
I have a 24 year old Coleman Powermate 3500 that I also converted and has a pushbutton on the regulator for priming. It too, still starts very easily even if just sitting for years. So I'm assuming there is no push-button on the regulator that comes with this unit.
Thanks for the video! Linked up to your Amazon Shop and purchased this generator Saturday. I figured my upper body needed a good workout!
I have the champion 3100 electric start and was thinking of downsizing-- but I think I will keep the 3100 🍻
I love the 3100W. It's the sweet spot
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@@LongLongHoneymoon The 2500 champion dual fuel what is the amps running and starting and engine CC's? I couldn't see the side technical sticker tried to look it up no luck. Thanks
for A/C units on RV's, try turning the fan on first, then turning on the cold settings. This way, the Fan and Compressor doesn't turn on at the same time. I can run my 8k A/C on my RV with a Honda 1k generator. Hope this helps!!!
Haven't even watched the video yet, automatic thumbs up.
You are the man!
Same here. Definitely an automatic thumbs up, and then comments!
The nice thing with the victron 3000. You can tell it how many amps to pull. It will pull the rest from the battery bank. I have the victron 2000, Two BB batteries, Honda 2200. Nice video.
Neat little toy! I'm going to use it to run my leoch battery, refrigerator and freezer chest via propane. Excited about the possible run time.
Can you tell us your real world experience with runtime?
I have the Champion 2000w dual-fuel generator. It has no problem starting our 11,000 BTU air conditioner with a Micro-Air EasyStart on propane. I need to make sure my fridge is on propane (as Sean mentioned) and the house battery isn't charging (battery disconnect switch).
Hello hello so you’re saying this partícular generator should power a 10k btu ac??
Purchased two of these last spring.. My complaints are limited to the starting on propane. It takes at least 15 minutes of back and forth on the starter process.. I noticed you have had the same issues starting it… Did you do anything to the regulator for it to start easily?
Just bought mine and ran it on gas and propane while camping. It's the perfect size for my needs and then some.
I'm pretty sure you're not supposed to try and start it with choke on right? I think they say pull the cord a few times with choke on, then turn choke off to actually start it
Hi thanks for the vid, would u still recommend the gen with regards to the quality and durability or are you may facing issues?
Great job Shawn. I have gas only unit and it ran my generator at lower elevation. Not at 9000 ft but did not need it there. Safe travels and prayers for your uncle and aunt.
Did you empty the gas tank before testing with propane? I know nothing of what is behind that propane/gas/choke switch, but my guess is it just controls the butterfly valve in the carburetor. (I.e. no cutoff for gas tank.) So, with gas in the tank AND propane attached it could be using both???
I’ve subbed just for the labels! 😂 We need more of your humour! Jet engine hairdryer 😂
Great video as always. Is there anything regarding the max size propane tank that can be hooked up? Have a 100lb tank at home and would be great if grid went down to attach to it.
We just bought this generator and finished break in hours. Probably going to buy a 2nd unit with the pairing module IF we need to run one of our ACs. With propane, talked to Champion support and they confirmed that you must offset the dial slightly from propane run, especially on initial several starts. It’s a known issue.
You seem knowledgeable on your videos so I have a question. Is there away to hook the generator directly to the port of the Airstream to draw off of the 2 Airstream tanks.
Did you end trying it with the compressor on when using propane? You seemed to believe your a/c compressor hadn't kicked on.
Do you think this would run a 12,000 btu window ac, home refrigerator, a couple lights and fans during/after hurricane?
Congratulations on your great sense of humour that made me watch the whole demo, which was also a great help. I just went out to Machine Mart and picked one up (a generator- not a sense of humour.) Just got to wait for the arrival of my Brother sticker printer. 😆 NO WASPS!
I like this video. Was laughing with the stickers. Glad the testing you did worked for the air and microwave. Very well done. Thank you for this video!
“If only you hadn’t taken those stickers off.” Not a husband out there that didn’t hear his wife’s voice at that moment. 🤣
It depends how often you use it. If you only use it during power outages- it’s needed.
They can't put a 30amp receptacle on that generator Shawn. It is only a 2500 watt gen. It can only supply 20.83 amps at 120volts. A generator has to supply at last 80% of the rating of the receptacle or 24 amps for a 30 amp receptacle. A 3000 watt gen would supply about 25 amps, which would meet that requirement. 3000 W and 3500w gens are where they start installing 30 amp receptacles, if I am not mistaken. Great video, I love the propane option.
My 2000 watt Honda Companion generator (which can be used solo) has a 30amp RV receptacle on it...
😄😄😄 Love the 30A receptacle on our 16A Honda 2000 Companion.
Is it possible to start it on gas and then switch to propane? I ask because back in the 70's my uncle had a car that was converted to run on propane. He had to start it on gas before switching over. Might make things easier since it seemed to start really well on gas.
If only Champion would provide this model with a ‘Rich Corinthian Leather’ covered outer case option. 👍🏻
I'd personally go Snakeskin. 😁
The Ricardo Montalban version.
That's only available in the Cordoba.
Hi LOLOHO. Thanks for this comprehensive review. Is product American made? Does unit come with/include the propane-tank-to-generator hose and/or the gen-to-house power cable or are they extra? What is engine brand, model, size? Would the starter battery in electric-start models be wet cell, dry cell, or lithium? Do the electric-start versions of the geneator retain the pull start as backup (i would hope so because the more bells and whistles, the more failure modes)? Thanks for any info. I know you are busy. Happy Holidays! Best. L
Thanks for the review. Have you tried turning off eco-mode before driving your AC? I would think that would provide greater power.
I would really like a light weight generator that would run and power our camper and was seriously considering this unit. But having a Honda EU3000is with electric start and VERY quiet. It's a tough sell. You can run the Honda anywhere as no one can hear it. Electric start is awesome and it sips fuel. But I'm getting older and so is he wife and it takes both of us to move it around. Sooner or later we'll have to make a change...but I'm not sure this one is gonna fill the bill or not.
These guys would have the gen market on lock if they offered a few sizes of dual fuel WITH remote start 👌
You are hilarious! And super informative! Great video! Thanks! 😃👍
Your episodes and tips and information are always very informative you make it easy to understand I noticed on your site the champion 4500 what are your thoughts on that ?
Good review. Love the lighter weight... but I will stick with our Champion 3100 watts, single fuel, with electric start.
If you had trouble starting the unit indoor, what kind of hell will I run into during winter power outtages by 10f?
I shouldn't have watched your video first thing in the morning. I almost peed myself when I saw the stickers!
Hello from Ohio🤗. Love your channel!!!
I tell you man it's getting so bad that for a few minutes I thought those stickers were real LOL no kidding (freaking California) but that is awesome and I'm buying one of these generators so great video
The propane regulator must be in vertical position to properly flow the fuel (from top to bottom). Anyway, it is a decent size dual fuel generator.. I hate the weight of my 4500w generator
Dude....You nailed it! I totally see where you are coming from and I agree with you. Thanks...
Those stickers will be great help to the average collage student.
Maybe but then again the new generation lacks common sense and won’t be able to make heads or tails out of a sticker 🤓
How many people study the art of collage. I've certainly never seen such a class in any college curriculum.
Great video! I just ordered mine. It will live on the back of my truck. I would like a cover like you have but I can't seem to find one. Can you tell me where you purchased it or a link?
Thanks for the review. We purchased it and just finished breaking in our new generator just in time for Hurricane Henri. Bought it for camping though.
Should you use a surge protector between your rv and your generator and if so where would you put it?
Great video--thank you. I just bought two of these. A very similar one is on sale at Wallmart for $499. Great deal.
Westinghouse 4500 works really good to love your videos
Hi Loloho guys - another great video, but I do have a question...I remember a video a while back that Sean put out about generators that said when running a generator, it's a good idea to disconnect the house batteries unless they need to be charged because that extra load required to charge the batteries might be enough to prevent the generator from powering on the A/C unit....I may have missed it, but I don't think y'all disconnected the house batteries before trying to start your A/C unit from the "little banana". Could that have been the reason why the A/C couldn't start? Love y'alls channel!
Sean, have you run this at higher elevations? Any problems?
Love your "warning labels"!!
Do not run eco mode for larger loads, and do not run it for extended periods of time under high loads or loads that may increase and decrease (fluctuate) during the run time.
You were drawing too many amps on the first test and even the second test. Limit the draw on your Victron to 15A. Batteries to run AC, generator to charge the batteries works the most consistently for me. I also use my generator (same model) mainly for tasks away from wall outlets and to recharge my solar batteries.
Place the EZ start dial between gas and propane while trying to start it.
Did you try to kick on the fan for the a/c first, THEN the cold? I'd like to only use a small inverter genny like this rather than a 100lb inverter generator. My small camper has a 13,500btu (overkill) a/c. I'll have to test it by the fan first, then the a/c cold to see if it doesn't overload the generator. Otherwise, I'll install a soft start to my rooftop a/c for another $300. and not worry about it.
interested in knowing if you needed the extra soft start or could you do it without
Loved your video and the stickers. We just got the dual fuel 3100 generator. Propane instructions say to pull the choke, and I *do* like the electric start
One thing you did wrong.
You turned the generator off. And then you turned off the propane. do it in reverse.
When you turn off the generator first, then turn off the tank. There's gas still in the line.
First, turn off the tank gas. Let the generator continue to run, and it will shut off on its own after It uses up all the gas in the line.
After it shuts off on its own, then you turn off the generator switch.
Leaving the line empty.
Just watched your channel for the first time. Thanks for the great information. Have you determined the dB level when running under a full load?
Hahahhaa...loving the stickers! Just translated the spanish one about the surfer. hahaha
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Please tell me again how to shop on Amazon through your store. I try and then go looking for what I intend to buy (not on your Amazon store site) and it looks like I lose you. Can I put everything I'm buying into my shopping cart and then go to your page and checkout? Will that work? Thanks.
I'm a first time buyer and have been putting this off for about a year. Thank you so much for this information! I'm using this for my 4x6 food trailer. I'm only powering a 1100w hot dog steamer, 2 fans in the summer, I'm in the south, and my led lights on my trailer. I've been using a 12v battery for the lights, and an outdoor electric cord for other. I knew I would eventually need to purchase a generator at some point. I've hit it! I think this will do the job. I'm just worried that it might be a bit loud? Are you still using it 2 years later, or would you put out the extra money for a quite Honda generator?
Also, I loved the propane option! I use propane for my grill and love it.
_I got the biggest kick out of the fuel sticker " Improper twisting of the knob may result in wrist strain!" That got past quality control! : )_
Thanks so much I just bought this generator to replace my predator 2000i because of the extra power and the propane option your video is awesome plus I just Saw the Alabama tag I live in Lillian Alabama on Perdido bay love your videos
Hi, would u still recommend the gen after using for over 6month? what about quality and durability, would u mind to give me some feedback please 😀? thanks in advance kr
thanks for the video.. if i run the gen on gas it will gunk up after so long,(months years??) if i run on propane it won"t so i'm told . if i run it on gas and then say run it on propane say the last 20 minutes will that prevent it from ever gunking up or are two differant systems inside??? thanks
Awesome, was looking forward to an in-depth review of this guy. Thanks!
Question for you. I just bought this unit thanks to your video and the ability for this unit to run propane. Is it normal to hear the sound of propane coming out of tank when it is connected to generator but not running? I checked all connections with soapy water, so I would guess it is being consumed internally.
I have a 2.5k gas only Champion and it will run my Dometic Brisk A/C with a soft start. I do cut off other breakers when using the A/C.
I haven't read the directions, but old v8 conversions preferred to start on gasoline and then be switched to propane. The rotary switch starting at the choke on gas, then propane and off, makes sense.
Can't find an adapter to attach generator exhaust to my cpap machine .
just purchased one for $518 on amazon , very happy
Love those white stickers! Hilarious 😂
The directions state to use the Choke position when priming with propane.
Thumbs up for custom stickers
OMG! Extremely informative, yet totally hilarious; especially as it pertains to the hilarious stickers. As our new TT has a 15K A/C, we are going to eventually opt for 2 of these 2500 watt Champions. I have some research to do regarding the Champions. Specifically, does Champion make a propane hose (with a "Y" connector) that can connect two Champion generators? Also, my TT has 2 propane quick disconnects. Since my TT already has 2 x 30 LB tanks with a pressure regulator, I am hoping that if I use the TT's propane quick disconnects, I do not need an additional pressure regulator. I would love to run both generators off of 1 tank (for convenience).
Hi. You have talked about maybe getting a new truck. If you do, I hope the new F150 with the build in Generator is on the list to look at.
REQUEST: I just bought this exact model. Would you do us a big service by showing how you "break in" your inv/gens?
For a second, I was in shock that a company placed such stickers, read the comments, and finally caught on about the jokes. As a Latino, the sticker about white people in California had me thinking this was a Cuban generator company LOL.
LOL you are one of the few people who caught that joke :-D
@@LongLongHoneymoonDo you know how many running amps, starting Max amps on gasoline and engine cc's? Thanks
@@tomtee4442 why not ask Champion www.championpowerequipment.com/contact-us/
@@LongLongHoneymoon ok thanks
I had a 2000 generator for a number of years and it did a fine job as a lighting plant and occasionally running the microwave and any other appliance you can plug into a 15 amp circuit. Trying to run anything close to 13 to 15 amps causes the generator to run flat out. If you can get your A/C unit to start through technology and leave it on for extended periods of time I think is putting a pretty good strain on your generator. It works........but!. Honda has upped the game and now does not even offer a 2000 watt generator as such anymore. They have beefed up the 2000 watt to 2200 to ease the strain on that class of generator. This way they have a unit in the weight and capacity class that a lot of RVer's want. It will run your A/C without ripping its guts out. For me, I use the 3000-watt version now and it more or less idles when the 13500 BTU A/C unit is operating. If my sweetie chooses to run the microwave at the same time occasionally, it can handle it. Any research I've done brings me to the conclusion that the only manufacturers that are not playing games with the wattage numbers are Honda and Yamaha. If you stay under the advertised "continuous wattage" numbers on the less expensive models they usually do fine. Only my opinion. Happy camping.
I notice you are not using a Neutral-Ground Bonding Plug. Is one not needed on this unit, or do you have something onboard your trailer that solves that problem?
I have a similar Champion dual fuel, model 100420. It takes forever to start on propane. It needs a bleed valve to prime the propane line but I'm guessing the lawyers won't allow it.
Others have it seems to be cost.
I also have the 2400 - The way I start it is pull easy (choke) till you fill it wants to start in prime/choke ( that starts a vacuum witch opens the regulator for propane) , then put in propane, pull a couple of times ( you may have to redo procedure ( choke/propane) again till it starts.
Hi there!! Greetings from CO again!
QUESTION: 5 months later, is your champion mini still performing well for you?
Our Outdoors RV travel trailer should be within 2 weeks of being constructed.....finally! And, I want to tote an inverter generator with as a back up. I'll be installing 4 100ah lithiums, a 3k converter, and try to get at least 800w of panels on our roofs. We will have a 15k a/c, but I will also put on a soft start.
So....the goal would be that it would be REALLY cool if the 2500w gen could run our soft start 15k a/c.
And, of course, I am trying to decide between an $1100 Honda or a $600 Champion or other 2200w off shoot.
Just got mine today hurricane season here we come
So now a year later, how is your generator doing? Will it last for years to come. I’m going to replace my uncle’s Honda. We need more power than his 2000.
Hello I have a question about using gas or the propane part of the generator can I use only the propane part of it and when I do want to use the gas part of it do I have to let it run dry so that way there is no way of corrosion inside the tank and by using only the propane will that mess up the generator and anyway
Hobo tech! Two of my favorites!
Greetings...
The Co2 sensor on this is very delicate. Using outside WIDE open area & within 1-2hrs of using it a little bit of wind gust came by & caused it to shut off. (Exhaust was facing into the gust of wind at the time) turned it sideways & stayed on for the rest of the event.
A bit disappointing it that fact. Co2 cutoff shouldn’t be triggering this easy especially since it used outdoors. Can’t return it since I’ve added oil & gas
As I sit in the desert near lake havasu, with a dead generator and only 50watts of solar, I watched this video with lustful delight.
Since you have a Victron inverter, you should be able to turn the AC amp input down to 13 amps on your control panel when running on propane, and let the battery/inverter make up the difference to run your air conditioner compressor with the Victron power assist feature.
Yes, definitely. The smaller generator should work fine for us due to that feature.