Champion 26 kW fleX Home Standby (201614)
Standby generator. Specs from the manufacturer page (checked ).

The Champion 26 kW Whole House Home Standby Generator (model 201614) is a standby generator with an included 200A service entrance automatic transfer switch, rated 26000 W on propane and 23400 W on natural gas. It starts automatically on a 24V system that operates down to -22 °F and is backed by a 10-year limited generator warranty and a 2-year limited transfer switch warranty.
Key features
- Automatic transfer through the included 200A automatic transfer switch, with adjustable response time of 2.5-240 sec.
- fleX programmable controller with load priorities 1-4 and load management (Load Management: Yes).
- Power Line Carrier technology uses the home's existing wiring for communication, reducing extra control wiring.
- Fuel: propane (LPG) at 26000 W rated and natural gas at 23400 W rated; 999cc 4-stroke V-Twin engine.
- Automatic 24V starting system rated to operate in temperatures down to -22 °F.
- All-aluminum generator enclosure, corrosion-resistant; switch enclosure rated NEMA 3R.
- Low oil shut-off included; engine oil is not included (0W-40 full synthetic, 3.4 qt. capacity).
What it is for
- Whole-house home backup power during outages
Specifications
| Running watts | 26000 W |
|---|---|
| Fuel | dual-fuel |
| Noise | 68 dB |
| Weight | 291.5 kg (642.6 lb) |
| Dimensions | 145.8 × 74.9 × 111.5 cm (57.4 × 29.5 × 43.9 in) |
| Warranty | 10 years |
From the Champion page. Values the manufacturer does not publish are left out.
What is in the box
- Gas Inlet Flex Hose
- LPG Idling Metering Jet
- Battery Jump Wire
- Keys for Door Lock
- Manual Operation Switch Handle
- 4mm Hex Key
- 5 mm Hex Key
- 200A service entrance automatic transfer switch
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Connection and wiring
We have not linked an official manual for this model yet; see the Champion page.
Error codes and troubleshooting
We have not found an official code table for this model yet.
FAQ
Can the Champion 26 kW fleX Home Standby (201614) start a sump pump or well pump?
Starting surge matters more than running watts: this unit is rated 26000 W output (no separate peak published). That covers a typical 1/2 HP sump pump (about 2150 W to start). Use the calculator with your exact pump.