Champion Power Equipment 100307 4375/3500-Watt Dual Fuel RV Ready Portable Generator, Yellow/Black

I've used this several times on my small ranch now. Used it in temps ranging from 30 degrees to 70 degrees with no issues.For me personally, I like to use propane so I don't have to mess around with the problems that always come with stale gas and fuel stabilizers. Propane burns clean and doesn't "gum up" the carburetor.For running on propane, I find this easy to use. As is typical with propane, you need to pull it two to three times to get it started.Some PRO TIPS:1) Get the wheel kit! With the wheel/handle kit, I can load/unload this in my truck using truck tailgate ramps, and I can wheel this unit anywhere I want on the property by myself. I will tell you now, this is HEAVY. I am in great physical shape but I know I would hurt myself if I tried to lift this or move it around much. I was going to "make my own" wheel kit and by the time I thought of a design, it would cost more in time/money than the actual manufacturer's wheel kit, and pretty much any home-made design will end up taking up far more room in the generator's "footprint" area. Just get the wheel kit!2) When you change the oil, use the wheel kit and just wheel it up on a couple of automotive ramps, put your oil catch pan between the ramps, and you can change the oil in 10 minutes start to finish. I use a small piece of aluminum foil to "channel" the oil away from the frame cross beam.3) Change the oil after the first 5 or 6 hours as per the instructions. After that break-in period the oil was pretty dirty from the initial wear-in of the internal parts.4) Always, always, always keep extra oil and the funnel that comes with the unit handy when using. This has an automatic shut off when the oil gets low. You don't want to be in the middle of a job and have this shut off and be without oil and the special funnel that can be used to top it off.5) Put it on level ground. The low oil shut off switch may accidentally "think" the oil is low if this is place on non-level ground, which will shut off the unit or not allow it to start.6) I highly recommend the cover. It's really sturdy, tough, and fits very well. I can drive down the highway at 70mph with the cover on the generator in the open bed of the truck and it doesn't blow off or flutter around. The cover will keep dust and debris off the generator when not in use. NOTE: The cover also makes a great "home" for mice so check every now and then that they don't make a home in your generator. I put mouse repellant on the inside of the cover and have had no further problems with that.This thing has worked great and started every time even in semi-cold weather (using propane, in 30 degree F weather).In my experience it has used one standard size propane tank in about 5 to 6 hours of frequent/constant load. Your experience may differ depending on outdoor temps and electric load.I would definitely buy this generator again. I personally recommend propane unless you will use it frequently. Stale gas and/or fuel stabilizers can create issues, which is why I purchased this dual-fuel model.

Have had this unit two years and hadn’t really put it to the test until Hurricane Beryl hit Houston leaving me without power for so far 6 days and counting.Bought a wheel kit and tent after purchase. Did my initial break in run when I bought it and had been doing test runs and oil changes each spring.After Beryl, it’s been running every day straight. I’m running propane, with one 15 lb tank giving me 12 hours of run time. We’re powering a fridge, a strong window A/C unit, fans, lights, and charging battery packs - including larger ones for my lawn equipment.This Champion is doing a great job and is giving me more than I expected out of it.My only complaints are really around propane costs and wanting to power my central A/C, so will be looking to upgrade my system.

Purchased this model based on needed output and dual fuel (LP/gasoline) capability. Having now gone through the break in period (5 hours followed by oil change) I can say that I like the generator.Just some things to note:.This is a single phase 120v/30 amp unit so no 220v.The high altitude jet is fairly easy to install, but take a pic of the number stamped on your carb in case the cust service rep. asks for it. (My first rep. asked for it - called back with the number but the second rep. said it wasn't necessary. (They sent me a nice t-shirt for the mix-up!)The less-than-5-star rating is for the hose that runs between the air box and carbon canister. It wasn't connected at delivery and was found to be too short to do so. Cust service via e-mail responded quickly and is shipping a replacement, so no worries.

This generator may not be the big power house generator everyone thinks they need, but it's more than adequate for the small household, and the price can't be beat. Along with Champions 3 year warranty their a US based company. Right out of the box it's almost ready to use. Just remove the two shipping brackets, fill with oil and fuel, and your good to go. It starts easily and voltages and maintenance schedules can be easily monitored through the "Intelligauge" monitor. It has the convenience of two standard 120v household outlets or 2 round RV ports for additional power. The dual fuel feature almost guarantees you'll never run out of fuel. Remember if the power goes out, and you run out of gas, the gas stations can't pump either. But you can always go to any home improvement store or gas station that sells propane and buy replacement 20lb cylinders, for cash of course. (I always keep a few on hand for the grill anyway) The only thing I would recommend is purchase the wheel kit and the 25' 30amp power cable. You won't regret it. Overall, this is the generator to buy. I didn't find any other manufacturer who offers the features, quality, and price that Champion offers.