Champion 8500-Watt Dual Fuel Inverter (201175)
Generator. Specs from the manufacturer page (checked ).

The Champion 8500-Watt Dual Fuel Inverter (201175) is an inverter generator rated at 7000 running watts and 8500 starting watts on gasoline, and 6300 running watts on propane. It runs for up to 14 hours on gasoline or up to 12 hours on propane at 25% load. It is rated at 64 dBA from 23 feet and includes CO Shield carbon monoxide auto shutoff.
Key features
- Dual fuel: runs on gasoline or propane (LPG), switched with the EZ Start dial
- Gasoline: 8500 starting watts, 7000 running watts, up to 14 hours at 25% load from a 5.33-gallon tank
- Propane: 8500 starting watts, 6300 running watts, up to 12 hours at 25% load from a 20-lb tank
- Outlets: 120/240V 29.2A 14-50R, 120/240V L14-30R locking, two 120V 20A GFCI 5-20R duplex, and a 12V automotive-style outlet
- Clean power for sensitive electronics: less than 3% THD
- Electric start with battery included, plus recoil start
- CO Shield auto shutoff and low oil shut-off sensor
- Parallel capability: No
What it is for
- camping
- tailgating
- powering items around the RV
- backup for essentials
Specifications
| Running watts | 7000 W |
|---|---|
| Peak / surge | 8500 W |
| Fuel | dual-fuel |
| Tank | 20.2 L (5.3 gal) |
| Noise | 64 dB |
| CO shutoff | Yes |
| AC output voltage | 120/240V |
| Weight | 97 kg (213.8 lb) |
| Dimensions | 84.8 × 73.9 × 66.0 cm (33.4 × 29.1 × 26.0 in) |
| Warranty | 3 years |
From the Champion page. Values the manufacturer does not publish are left out.
What is in the box
- Engine Oil
- Oil Funnel
- USB Adapter
- LPG Hose with Regulator
- Wheel Kit
- Battery
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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 8500-Watt Dual Fuel Inverter (201175) start a sump pump or well pump?
Starting surge matters more than running watts: this unit is rated 8500 W peak. That covers a typical 1/2 HP sump pump (about 2150 W to start). Use the calculator with your exact pump.