Champion 201161 Details and Specifications
Champion 12000 Watt Tri Fuel Generator with CO Shield
Gas: 12000 Running Watts / 15000 Starting Watts
LP: 11000 Running Watts / 13750 Starting Watts
NG: 10000 Running Watts / 12500 Starting Watts
Enjoy exceptional power and fuel choice flexibility with the Champion 12000 Watt Tri Fuel Generator. Runs on Natural Gas, Propane*, and Gasoline. Includes LP Regulator Hose and Natural Gas hose kit for connection to your home's natural gas supply. Electric Start makes startup a breeze. Choose your fuel and press the starter button.
CO Shield Carbon Monoxide Automatic Shutdown
CO Shield, a safety feature, automatically shuts off the generator if it detects Carbon Monoxide—before it reaches unsafe levels. CO Shield does not allow the generator to run indoors, with or without the windows open. Never run a generator in an enclosed space. Always use a Carbon Monoxide detector in your home. Position your generator at least 10 to 20 feet from your home with the exhaust pointing away from all buildings.
Champion 201161 Tri Fuel Power Capacity
Fuel Type | Continuous (running) Power | Starting (Max) Power* |
Gasoline | 12000 Watts | 15000 Watts |
| 100 Amps at 120 Volts | 125Amps at 120 Volts |
| 50 Amps at 240 Volts | 62.5 Amps at 240 Volts |
Propane (LP Gas) | 11000 Watts | 13750 Watts |
| 91.7 Amps at 120 Volts | 114.6 Amps at 120 Volts |
| 45.8 Amps at 240 Volts | 57.3 Amps at 240 Volts |
Natural Gas (NG) | 10000 Watts | 12500 Watts |
| 83.3 Amps at 120 Volts | 104.2 Amps at 120 Volts |
| 41.7 Amps at 240 Volts | 52.1 Amps at 240 Volts |
*Starting Watts or Max Watts is an extra boost of power for a few seconds that starts electric motors.
Intelligauge 5-Mode Digital Display Monitors voltage, frequency, run time, total run time, and power output.
Tri Fuel Generator 12000 Watt Circuit-Breaker Protected Outlets
120-Volt 20-Amp Household Outlets | Two 5-20R Duplex Receptacles (4 Outlets) |
120 Volt 30-Amp Locking | One L5-30R |
120/240-Volt 30-Amp Locking | One L14-30R |
120/240-Volt 50-Amp | One 14-50R |
12000 Watt Generator Engine
Powered by a Champion 717cc V-Twin OHV engine, the 12000 watt generator has plenty of power for home backup or job site power. It runs on regular gasoline, propane*, and natural gas. The Multi-Fuel Engine’s low-oil sensor automatically detects low oil and shuts down to prevent engine damage. Electric start and cold start technology simplify startup, especially in cold weather. Uses 5W-30 Oil (included).
The engine operates at 78 dBA measured at 23 feet.
In the Champion 12000 Box
- Champion 12000 Tri-Fuel Generator with CO Shield
- Engine Oil
- Oil Funnel
- Propane Hose with Regulator
- Natural Gas Hose with NPT Adapter
- USB Adapter
- Wheel Kit
- Battery
Champion backs the 4000 Watt Tri Fuel Generator with a 3-Year Limited Warranty for Residential/Consumer Use.
What Can a 12000 Watt Generator Run?
The 12000 Watt Champion Generator can run any load or combination of loads that does not exceed the continuous load rating of 12000 Watts for gasoline, 11000 watts for propane, or 10000 watts for natural gas. The load with the highest starting watts must not exceed the generator maximum surge or running watts capacity by itself or while supporting other loads.
For example, if a Central AC Unit Requires 7000 Running Watts and 14000 Starting Watts, the Champion 12000 Watt Generator could run AC unit, but not much else because the generator maximum starting power is 15000 Watts. Any load greater than 1000 watts would exceed the generator maximum whenever the AC unit starts. Use of a soft starter on the AC Unit could alleviate this restriction and allow you to add more loads. In all cases, compare the generator capacity to the total load taken from the appliance documentation or nameplate.
Power Individually (1 Load at a time) | Connection Options |
3-Ton Central AC or 3-Ton Heat Pump | Manual Transfer Switch (MTS) |
Electric Dryer | Manual Transfer Switch or 30-Amp 240-Volt Cord |
Water Heater | Manual Transfer Switch |
Power at the Same Time |
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Furnace Fan | Manual Transfer Switch |
Refrigerator | Extension Cord or Manual Transfer Switch |
Well Pump | Manual Transfer Switch |
Internet WiFi Router | Extension Cord or Manual Transfer Switch |
Lights Television Laptop or Computer | Extension Cord or Manual Transfer Switch |
Small Kitchen Appliances | Extension Cord or Manual Transfer Switch |
*Propane Tank Not Included
