Generac 4583 Ultra Source 17,500 Watt Portable Generator (CARB Compliant) Review

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(More customer reviews)After searching for a long time for a portable generator to run the whole house, I found this one. This was an excellent purchase and my family is grateful that we have this now. Can run the whole house with air-conditioning. Generac reliability. I recommend highly.

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Prepackaged unit with prewired manual transfer switch with 16 circuits and enough power to start a 5-ton A/C unit or two 4-ton units! OHVI engine's automotive-type full pressure lubrication system eliminates wear during startup and provides max. lubrication and cooling during the most demanding conditions.

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Blue Max GEN 4000 4,000 Watt 6.5 HP OHV Gas Powered Generator Review

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(More customer reviews)First off, it's really 2800-3000 watts continuous. Jaingdong model JD3000. It uses a Jaingdong JF200 6.5 hp motor which is an excellent clone of the Honda OHV engine (licensed from Honda). It is smooth, quiet, and best of all pretty fuel efficient for a gasoline powered generator. The generator is brushless and therefore really has nothing to wear out other than bearings.
That's the good stuff...
Unfortunately, the Chinese pedigree does show in a few places. The fuel gauge never worked on mine. The electrical components (circuit breaker, meter, etc) seem kind of crude, but have held up OK in use so far.
I've owned this generator for almost two years now and it probably has about 40 hours of runtime. It had no trouble keeping us going during several power outages, the longest of which was about 30 hours. It ran an oil furnace, refrigerator, TV/DVD Player, and a few lights with no problem. The output voltage and frequency does not sag under load. I feel it is sized just about right for the load we place on it. A bigger generator would simply use more fuel.
One tip that makes the generator much easier to start. Always turn off the fuel petcock and remove the drain plug from the carburetor to drain out the old fuel. Replace plug and turn fuel petcock back on. Wait 30 seconds, flip on the choke, and it will start easily, even when it's quite cold outside. Fresh gas does help a lot too.
Overall, I think this is the best emergency generator value on the market. I paid $299 from Homier, and thought that was an outstanding price. I see they have it on sale for $219 right now. It's an outright steal for that price!
No matter what brand of generator you buy, if you have it shipped via UPS, or whatever, there is a chance it will have been handled very poorly. Shipping companies folks don't like handling heavy boxes and they tend to slam them around, roll them off the end of loading docks, etc. The bottom of the support frame was bent on mine, but was easily straightened. I would suggest planning to be at home when the generator is delivered, and if at all possible open the box before the driver leaves to document any possible damage.

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Be Ready for Anything with a Generator from Blue Max Direct The popular JD4000 4,000 watt generator from Blue Max Direct is serious insurance against a power outage. Whether your boat or RV needs a boost, or you live in a storm-prone area, this generator will keep the lights on and the heat running through almost any situation.
Tough, rugged, and long-running, the JD4000 easily powers large appliances like refrigerators, freezers, ovens, and well-water pumps; and it's ideal for construction components, too.Saws and air compressors will function with smooth, reliable ease when they're powered by the JD4000.
Always remember to check the wattages listed on your tools or appliances before using this generator in conjunction with them.
Key Technical Specs: DC Voltage: 12 volts at 8.3 amps Fuel Tank Capacity: 3.96 Gallons Starting System: Recoil AC Output: 120 volts, 4000 watts (peak) Engine: 6.5 horsepower OHV air-cooled EPA approved

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UST 4-in-1 Jobsite 2,300 Watt 6.5 HP 196cc 4-Stroke Gas Powered Generator and Air Compressor With 2 Gallon Removable Tank TTDPS Review

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(More customer reviews)received and prepped for start up. on first pull the impeller ripped apart because the screws holding the pull cord cage were too long. the gen set and air compressor both did not function and I am unable to get a hold of customer service. but amazon sent out a replacment with no complications!



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Gas-powered unit is both an air compressor and an electrical generator that produces up to 2800 surge watts and 2300 rated watts. Air compressor delivers enough pressure to run air tools and pump up tires. Surge Watts: 2,800, Rated Watts: 2,300, HP: 6.5, Engine: OHV, Run Time: 10 Hours at 1/2 Load, Receptacles (qty.): (2) 120V AC 25 Amp, (1) 12V 10 AMP DC, Noise Level (dB): 70, Fuel Type: Gas, Fuel Capacity (gal.): 2, Start Type: Recoil

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Blue Max GEN 1250 1250-Watt 2 HP 2-Cycle Gas-Powered Generator Review

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(More customer reviews)I've only taken this thing tent camping once (in Oct 2007), but it did work to my expectations. Make no mistake, it is NOTHING FANCY. But considering you could buy about SEVEN of these puppies for the same price as ONE Honda EU1000i, I thought I would give it a shot. So far, I'm pleased.
My least favorite thing about it is that you've got to pre-mix the oil into the gasoline, like you do with some lawnmowers. The special "two-stroke" oil comes in a little bottle, and you pour a small amount (read directions) into the gasoline canister before filling the generator's tank with the mixture. The oil itself is not expensive, but they don't sell it just anywhere; you gotta go to a decent hardware store (i.e. I couldn't find it at Target, but I did find it at Lowe's). So far, this is the only real drawback I experienced; and frankly, it's not that bad.
The unit weighs about 40 lbs. That puts it in the lightest class of generator that I could find. There may be a couple out there that are slightly lighter - but not by more than a few pounds.
Starting up the unit requires about five steps done in order. For some people, 5 steps is about 3 or 4 steps too many, so if you're not mechanically inclined, I'd keep the instructions handy (page 9) until its operation becomes second nature to you. Again, it's really not that bad.
We ran it for about 1.5 tanks of gas, occasionally stopping and restarting when we left the camp site for a bit. Usually, it started on about the 3rd pull. One time it got fussy and I had to pull it about 7-8 times, but that was just one of the starts.
As for the noise, it's not too bad either. It's just slightly louder than the EU1000i, and you could buy a truckload of earplugs with the $650 you'll save. Of course, instead of earplugs, I just bought one of those orange utility extension cords and placed the generator off to the side of my camp site (about 20 feet away). The noise was barely noticable, and certainly didn't hinder a normal conversation.
In short, this is a decent product for the amazingly cheap price tag, and it opened up so many new options for our campsite. If it craps out on me, I'll be sure to update my review to let y'all know!
UPDATE #1 (May 2008): Sad to report that this item was stolen from my toolshed. While I was pretty ticked off about it, I've got to laugh just a little. If I had I bought the much more expensive model (which I almost did), I'd be in tears right now. As it is, I just decided to buy another one of these. That, and to put a better lock on my shed.
UPDATE #2: Received my new "replacement" generator, and... it was defective. A sizable dent in the casing that houses the spindle, which prevents the spindle from moving (thereby preventing the unit from staeting). I guess this is the risk of buying the less expensive model. My recommendation to you: make a full visual inspection of your new unit BEFORE you fill 'er up with gas. You cannot ship a generator that has already been fueled - even if you empty the tank.
UPDATE #3 (June 2008): Why did Amazon raise the price of this item?? When I bought it, it was about $115, and it looks like they pushed it up to $145 - no small increase. My original review was titled "Decent product for the price," but now that I've experienced a did, AND they price went up, I've changed the title to what you now see above. I should also note that there are 2 other generators for sale on Amazon in the same weight class which used to be slightly more expensive than this one, but which are now slightly cheaper. I don't remember the brand, but they look almost like this one, except one is green and the other is yellow. Do a search for "camping generators" and all three come up.

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CONSTRUCTION LINE 1250 WATT GENERATORLIGHT-WEIGHT GASOLINE GENERATOR FOR PORTABLE POWER! * This Contractor Line® 2 Horsepower 1250 Watt generator is one of the most reliable portable gasoline generators available. * We've never had any warranty claims or reports from any customers having any trouble starting or using it. * This model has been sold for many years, and has proven to be one of the most reliable and long lasting generators they carry. * This Contractor line® generator is great for construction, camping, boating, emergencies and anywhere else portable power is needed. * This lightweight generator will power tools, games, lights, refrigerators, and TV's and anything that is rated 1250 watts or less. * It is quiet (60 decibels)and EPA approved * 1 gallon gasoline capacity * Features: o Engine: 2.0HP OHV/ 2 stroke o Rated watts: 800 @ 75% capacity o Surge watts: 1,250 o Peak Power: 1250W o Rated Power: 800W o Run Time: 6 Hours at 1/2 Load o Receptacles (qty.): 2 o Noise level (dB): 74.5 o Fuel Type: Gasoline o Fuel Capacity (gal.): 1 o Start Type: Recoil o Displacement: 63ml o DC Output: 12 volts, 8 amps o No load speed: 3,000rpm o EPA approved o 115v Receptacle o Single Phase o 60 Dbls

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DuroStar DS7200Q 6,000 Watt Diesel Powered Fully Enclosed Portable Generator With Wireless Remote & Electric Start Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased a DS7200Q (DuroStar) generator from Maxtool (the trademark holder) in January 2010. By mid-Feburary I was having to order replacement parts. By April, I found metal and paper in the oil crank case. I took photos of the metal fragments and paper and sent them to MaxTool. They suggested I have the generator evaluated by a diesel repair shop. The repair shop found the connector rod was sheared. Clearly a defective machine, but MaxTool refuses to replace the engine or refund me. All of this happened before the generator even logged 50 hrs. Now I have a $1000 diesel generator that is useless, plus the cost of the "evaluation". They do not have any concern for customer service, nor do they stand behind their products.

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DuroStar is built tough to provide you with plenty of dependable, safe power when you need it most. The DS7200 is rated at 5500 watts with a surge capacity of 6000 watts. The generator uses advanced direct fuel injection system for low fuel consumption. Dependable, maintenance free alternator with automatic voltage regulator are standard.

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Blue Max GEN4000B 4,000 Watt 6.5 HP 4-Stroke OHV Gas Powered Generator Review

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(More customer reviews)I received this generator via UPS today (I feel sorry for the UPS driver, it's heavy.)
I opened it and it was double-boxed (good start) and after opening box #2, out came my new generator. Keep in mind that this unit is a 2800 Watt generator with a 4000 watt max output - plenty to power most small homes' fridge, a few lights and a TV, but not your dryer or electric stove.
I filled the oil on the engine (lots of warning stickers about this) and put a gallon of gas in the tank. I turned on the gas petcock, flipped on the choke and pulled the starter - 3 pulls and it started and ran for smoothly for about an hour (until I shut it off.) I plugged several things into it while it was running (the voltage meter on it read a constant 110V) and everything seemed to run fine without the generator even showing a load - even my 2HP table saw motor didn't pull too much when starting.
This looks like typical Chinese-built hardware but it also appears to be well-made (especially for the money.) There's a pop-out filter in the fuel tank (a nice extra) and an accessory pack that includes two 110v plugs, a 220v 3-prong plug and a spark plug wrench. My manual and accessory pack were stuffed up under the gas tank and could have been easily overlooked.
The unit is fairly quiet (for a generator) and is tolerable for outside use. I borrowed a friend's US-made generator and it was much louder than this one is. With my home's door shut and it running just outside, you can't hear it running.
Unless you're equipped with a very strong back, I don't recommend you pick this up by yourself. You would do well to either have a good dolly or a wheel setup to move this around. I am going to use a dolly as I don't want it to be too easy to steal when I use it outside my home.
One last thought: typically you get what you pay for. This is a low-cost generator. I don't expect from it what I might expect from a US-made unit that costs twice as much. But I will say that with good maintenance, I expect it to last for several years. I gave it four stars instead of five since, while it's a good value, it's not built with the fit and finish of it's American competition.


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Champion Power Equipment 42433 1,500 Watt 80cc 4-Stroke OHV Gas Powered Portable Generator (CARB Compliant) Review

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(More customer reviews)The built quality seems to be very good. The only plastic part I see is the oil dipstick and everything else is metal or steel. That should provide sturdiness and should last a long time even with some physical abuse. I placed it on weight scale and it's about 60 pounds, which can be moved around the deck/garage/outdoors without wheels. Weight was a big factor over heavier generators.
I plan to keep the generator for power outages to keep essential lighting on. I took a 15A wire and attached a 3-prong plug at both ends. To test, I shut off the main circuit breaker in the house. Then I connected one end of the wire to the generator and the other end to an outlet in the house. That powered just about everything in the house except the refrigerator. In order for the refrigerator to work, I had to dedicate the whole generator output to the fridge. At least the garage door (1/2 HP) opened while running on the generator, although a little slowly.
My requirement is met, but I wished it had more juice. The title on the product is misleading. Actually, the generator has starting watts of 1500, maximum of 1200 watts and continuous of 1080 watts. Don't believe the product heading because the manufacturer's box doesn't state that.
The things I really liked are that it has 10A circuit breaker to prevent overload or fire and it has low oil shut-off to prevent engine damage. Most importantly, it is very fuel efficient. The noise level is less than a lawn mower. You can hear some noise within 45 feet of the generator. At least the neighbors won't be bothered by it if their windows are closed. But if the power outage occurs during storms, they'll wish they had one of these.

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Honeywell HW6200 7,750 Watt 13 HP 389cc OHV Portable Gas Powered Home Generator Review

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(More customer reviews)Just had a power outage that lasted 4 days. Had to place everything from our refrigerator and deepfreeze in containers in the snow. Had no way to get water from our well. Did have propane gas for cooking and wood stove for heating. Had to melt snow on our gas stove for flushing toilets. NO MORE! Now I have a good generator (one with enough continous wattage and startup wattage to run my well pump (240 volts) by itself and also seperately run deepfreeze and refrigerator. I chose to use the generator for emergency only and had a heavy duty long extension cord connected to my well pump so I could unplug it and then run it out through the garage and plug it directly into the generator 240 volt plug. Water for me is a necessity for not only having water to drink and flush toilets but to have if there is a power outage and a fire starts in the home. Please note however that the generator has one of those new 4 hole twist lock plugs for the 240 volt. Also I bought heavy duty 12 guage extension cords to run out a window to plug in my refrigerator and deepfreeze. Also have enough generator power to charge other necessary item for my two sons such as battery operated stuff (now can charge their internal batteries on hand held games, cell phones, etc.)
Yesterday we just had another short power outage (2hours) and I tested the worth of the new generator. All went great. My 22 year old son could take a short shower, and we could flush toilets. The one thing I would note to anyone is to take proper care of the generator for storage and occasional use. I use fuel stablizer in the gasoline and plan to run the new generator for a short time monthly. Also I plan to completely change gasoline periodically by using the older generator gasoline in my lawn mower and placing new gasoline (with stablizer) in the generator. Also recommended for extended storage is to shut off the fuel line valve and run all the gasoline out of the carburetor. Best to always be prepared by making sure the generator is running properly with enough extra gasoline handy. This generator arrived in a few days, assembled easily, started first few pulls of the rope, runs fairly quiet, and the price cannot be beat with the free shipping offered by Amazon.

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Designed to help you stay safe and comfortable during power outages, the dependable Honeywell HW6200 Portable Gas Powered Home Generator delivers a host of advanced features that will help put your mind at ease. Featuring ample outlets, this highly efficient 7750-watt generator lets you run vital household appliances during power outages or natural disasters.
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Silent Power 3200 Watt Inverter Generator Review

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(More customer reviews)This is a great unit. I bought it in anticipation of power outages in our area, which happen often. I have it wired through a transfer switch to run the gas furnace, gas hot water heater (direct vent), refrigerator, under-cabinet microwave, and some lights (but not all at once). It runs reasonably quiet when idle. I did notice the automatic control tended to blip the throttle with no load, so the engine races slightly. Under load, things settle down. Once there's any significant current draw (like when the refrigerator kicks on), noise levels go up considerably. It still has less than 20 hours on the clock, so its still in the break in period. Both pull and electric start are effortless. It hardly needs the choke even with a cold start.
The engine is quiet enough at idle, although I wouldn't want to hold a conversation right next to it. Once it revs up under load, it can get loud.
I estimate gas consumption to be around 8 hours/tank for my application. That's for a furnace fan cycling approximately 1/3 of the time, energy star fridge (about 300W), water heater (also about 300W), and occasional microwave (1.3 Kw). That works about to about 22+ hours with a full tank and a 5 gal gas can.
Be careful with the oil dipstick, its plastic screwed onto metal and its easy to cross thread. You get two dipsticks, one on each side of the engine, for some reason.
If you're thinking of converting this to propane, the carburetor must be modified. There's not enough room to fit a tri-fuel kit and still fit the air filter into the enclosure. Its only doable if you sacrifice the side panel, or permanently modify the existing carburetor.
Unlike Yamaha or Honda, the parts list and service manual are readily available from the manufacturer. If you've some experience with small engines, it shouldn't take a lot of effort to do most of the servicing yourself.

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Champion Power Equipment 4,000 Watt 196cc RV Ready Gas Powered Generator 40051/46515 Review

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(More customer reviews)I ordered this item recently through Amazon and am very pleased. I was leaning towards a more costly generator but finally settled on this model. The instructions for start up where easily understood and I had the unit operational in a matter of minutes.
The unit runs quiet compared to other constant speed generators. I plugged my RV into the 30 amp outlet for rv applications and was able to use the AC and other electrical appliances with no problems at all.
I am very happy I went this direction and not the more expensive choices.

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Champion Power Equipment specializes in the design, manufacture and support of dependable, durable, and affordable portable generators, transfer pumps, pressure washers and winches. Champion offers the highest endurance and performance generators on the market today. Each generator is designed to provide a reliable and instant power supply.

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UST GG1200 1,200 Watt 2.4 HP 79.5cc 4-Stroke OHV Portable Gas Powered Generator Review

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(More customer reviews)When I unpacked it, I just put oil and fuel in the engine, followed the simple directions and it started right up. I quickly opened the choke and it "hunted" for a minute before settling down as it warmed up; that wouldn't have happened if I'd gradually opened the choke as it warmed up. No problem, I could've plugged in an electrical load right away and it would've settled down. I found it will continuously power a 1500W heater without complaint, though obviously that's not recommended. It's got plenty of reserve, though, at its rated 1000W capacity. The whole thing's made in China, including the engine that looks to me like a copy of an OHV Tecumseh. With it running outside under load I can hear it all through the house, sounding about like a push mower. It would be a bit loud for running at night in a quiet campground. My intended use for it is for an emergency heat source for a pet in case of a winter power outage, so noise isn't an issue for me. I think this is a dandy little generator for light duty, at a very good price.

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1200 Watts Surge - 1000 Watts Continuous Output. 9 Hours of Run Time at 50% Load on a 1.5 Gallon Tank of Fuel. Powerful 2.5 HP 79.5 cc 4 Stroke/Air Cooled OHV Engine. AC Reset Recoil Starter Spark. Arrest Type Muffler (2) 120-Volt AC Outlets (1) 12-Volt and 10 AMP DC Outlet. AMP Rated Frequency: 60Hz Noise Rating: 67 dBA Rated Voltage: 120 Volts Power Factor: 0:1 (lag).

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ETQ TG32P12 4,000 Watt 7 HP 207cc 4-Cycle OHV Gas Powered Portable Generator Review

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(More customer reviews)I am a Power Quality Technician for the local power company and I have much experience with electric power. This is one fine generator. I was worried the voltage would be all over the place. I placed a 2400 watt load using a Mega Beast on this and it varied by 1 volt! Nominal 120 volts. I was very happy. This will work in an emergency to keep the heat on and the beer cold as long the total watts is not exceeded. Recommended!

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The Eastern Tools and Equipment 3250-watt portable generator includes a portability kit to make this heavy-duty generator easily mobile. The onboard 7 HP engine delivers up to 13-hours of run time at half load, and it produces a mere 68-decibels at 21-feet, making this generator an ideal choice noise is a consideration. The generator also includes 125-volt 14A ground fault circuit interrupter receptacles and is backed by a 1-year limited warranty.

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ETQ PG30P11 3,500 Watt 7 HP 208cc 4-Cycle OHV Propane Powered Portable Generator Review

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(More customer reviews)The generator arrived with the plastic air cleaner cover severely cracked. This seemed to be due to a somewhat flimsy/unprotected part, but primarily rough shipping. It is unlikely to get damaged during normal use. Anyway, a quick call to Amazon directed me to the manufacturer. The manufacturer Parts Dept offered to send me a replacement for free, and two weeks later it arrived. Fortunately, it was pretty easy to install, because the parts diagram in the owner manual is like a bad copy of a fax, and doesn't depict the air cleaner assembly anyway.
I hooked it up to an LPG tank and followed the instructions for a cold start in the manual, although the language was somewhat confusing (e.g. it took me a while to figure out that the "resistance air valve handle" referred to the choke.) After pulling the start handle multiple times, the best I could do was get it to run for maybe a second. Thinking I might have "flooded" the engine, I endeavored to remove the spark plug (the location of which is nowhere to be found in the user manual, although not hard to find if you are even remotely familiar with small engines,) where I discovered that the plastic plug cap was broken, although the electrical connection seemed to be fine. Using the included spark plug wrench was an adventure, because it requires considerable maneuvering to get it into the small space above the spark plug. The wrench handle was also too short to provide sufficient torque to unscrew the plug, so I resorted to using a long screwdriver through the wrench hole. That worked, but the thing still didn't start.
The next morning I tried again, but this time without going through the cold-start priming procedure, and it started immediately. It has been fine ever since. I tried out a few tools and lights as a load, and they all worked fine. The thing is quite noisy, but that was no surprise.
So, here's my summary:
The BAD:
1. Some parts flimsy
2. Owner's manual incomplete, confusing in places
3. Noisy
The GOOD:
1. Friendly, no-hassle customer service
2. It works, once you figure it out
3. Owner's manual and customer service info available online
4. One heck of a bargain- all it takes is avoiding having the freezer thaw out during one power outage to make it worthwhile
5. Doesn't stink like gas or diesel-powered generators
6. Basic tools included
The NEUTRAL:
1. It really needs wheels if you want to move it easily. I bought a cheap furniture dolly to wheel it around.
2. It would be nice if they had a way of securing an LPG tank to the unit away from the engine heat (on the generator side, maybe)
3. Requires small funnel with flexible and/or long spout to fill oil.


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Utilizing clean-burning propane, the ETQ PG30P11 Portable Generator provides quiet, efficient, and cost-effective power to electrical appliances. You'll get the performance you need thanks to a seven-horsepower, 208-cc engine that produces up to 3,500 watts of energy--enough power to run your TV, refrigerator, water heater, or other household appliance. Great for power outages, light industrial applications, or recreational use, this generator connects to any standard-sized propane grill tank and has an oversized muffler for quiet operation.
Powerful Engine with Oversized Muffler for Quiet OperationThe PG30P11 features a powerful, seven horsepower, 208-cc, four-stroke, propane-powered OHV engine that is capable of producing 3,000 continuous watts and 3,500 maximum watts. Its pull recoil makes for easy, reliable starts every time. And with a quick-connect coupler, it hooks up easily to any gas grill's propane tank (not included).
Eco-friendly, this generator uses only 1-1/2 pounds of gas per hour under a 50-percent load, meaning you can enjoy your appliances for hours on end without worrying about your carbon footprint.
The engine isn't just powerful, it's also quiet. Thanks to its oversized muffler, the generator produces sound at just 65 decibels during operation, making it an ideal choice for camping.
Alternator Technology Safely Delivers Electricity to Your AppliancesOne of the most innovative features of the PG30P11 is its ETQ Clean Sine Alternator Technology that ensures low total harmonic distortion (THD). THD is a measure of the quality of the electricity produced by a generator, and THD above six percent can damage electronics and other components over time. With THD of less than five percent, the PG30P11 ensures high-quality, safe delivery of electricity from the generator to your electrical components.
With low THD, this generator is computer-friendly, meaning it's completely safe to use with laptops, printers, desktop computers, and more. The PG30P11 will give you peace of mind knowing that your computer hardware is completely safe from power surges and bad-quality electricity.
3,500 Watts of Power to Handle Most of Your Household ElectronicsThe PG30P11 produces up to 3,500 watts of power to run most of your electrically powered household items. You can use the 120-volt, 20-amp GFCI protected dual outlet to power lamps, TVs, computers, fans, or other low-wattage appliances all at the same time. Or take advantage of the 30-amp outlet to power higher wattage electrical components and appliances. Both outlets are circuit-breaker protected for complete safety from power surges that can damage your appliances and equipment.
Heavy-Duty Steel Construction That's Built for PortabilityEverything from the heavy-duty cast iron engine to the durable rolled steel tubing surround is built to last. Weighing 106 pounds and measuring just 25.5 x 21 x 19.5 inches (LxWxH), this generator is easy to move and store.
Propane Power is Eco-Friendly, Affordable, and ConvenientPropane is a clean-burning fuel that is better for the environment than regular gasoline. It's also very inexpensive and convenient to use. One propane tank can power both your propane gas grill and your PG30P11 Portable Generator; simply switch the quick-connect coupler and you're ready to go.
The ETQ PG30P11 LP Portable Generator is backed by a one-year manufacturer's warranty.
What's in the BoxETQ PG30P11 LP Portable Generator (propane tank not included).

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All Power America APG3004 1000-Watt 2-Cycle Gas Powered Portable Generator Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this generator several months ago on a whim at Cost U Less in St. Croix where I live. I figure that if a Hurricane hit us it may be useful to have backup power. This proved to be one of the best purchases I ever made.
On Wednesday night into early Thursday we got hit with Hurricane Omar, a Category 3 storm. After the storm we had no power. My basement apartment that is occupied by a tenant was flooded. I fired up this little 2 stroke generator and plugged my wet vac into it. It worked great, it could handle the load the 3HP wet vac put on it (this is only a 2HP generator, we gained an entire horse :)). Within an hour and a half her apartment was cleaned up pretty good.
That night we still had no power. I was able to power up my 47" LCD TV, Satellite Box, DSL modem, and Linksys router off of it. I got about 6 hours with this load on 1 gallon of oil/fuel mixture....not bad. The next night we still had no power so my wife added her laptop to this load and got about 5 hours on a gallon of fuel.
Now it would not power my refrigerator or my water pumps from the Cistern which was a bit disappointing. The startup load of the fridge was just too great. Also, like all 2 stroke motor's, starting it can be a pain...when you let gas sit in it for a while the mixture gets a little oil heavy...adding a small amount of gas and "shaking" it seems to get it started again. You will have to yank the cord a few times which is challenging for my wife. It also is loud (as all 2 stroke motor's tend to be).
For the $130 I paid for this I got my money's worth. Just being able to get online and watch my Satellite TV after the storm made life post-Omar much easier. I am very glad I bought this product. It's not a solution to all your power problems but in a pinch such as the one I was in it has worked out great.

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All-Power Gasoline Powered 2-Stroke Generator.1000 watt Peak, 800 watt Rated. 1.5HP. Runs 8.5 hrs on 1/2 load. Low noise. 1-120V outlet, 1-12v DC.

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MFuel World Pak 120 Universal High/Low-Power 120-Watt AC/DC World Electronics Charger Review

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(More customer reviews)I am a road warrior and I finally got tired of carrying around so many wall warts, chargers, and cables. No matter how hard I tried to stay organized, everything ended up a tangled mess in my bag.
Enter the MFUEL World PAK 120. Throwing up to 120 amps, this will supply more than enough juice to power anything you might want. It can power one high power device like a laptop, and one low power device like a cell phone / game system / camera what have you.
The supplied power pods can also be used as retractable usb or ethernet cables. Awesome!
This device is meant to be a direct competitor to other universal chargers such as the iGo. The biggest benifit of the MFUEL is that it comes with a huge assortment of tips. Thier literature says MFUEL can power 90% of portable devices, and I would go so far as to say that out of the box thier tip assortment does a good job of approaching this.
The biggest con I have found is tip availability for devices that weren't included in the box. The MFUEL direct website is totally worthless. Prior to purchasing this, I sent an email to customer service with several questions. It was never answered. Also not a good sign.
I decided to buy it anyway. After getting it I wanted tips for my Sirius Stiletto and my Nintendo DS. I called customer service, and was told that they had DS tips, but not in stock. No idea when I might be able to get one either, call back in a few months. Another bad sign. No tips for the Stiletto, and they didn't know if they had plans to make one or not.
Customer support did tell me that they had a new, updated website that they were waiting for sign off to put into production. They also told me that there had been some snafu's with thier email that they were working to resolve.
If MFUEL does a better job supporting this product by answering emails, fixing thier website, and making tips available for more esoteric devices I think the MFUEL is a no-brainer. Go buy an iGO or similar solution and you would have to invest a sizable chunk of money just to get the tip assortment that comes standard with the MFUEL.
I got around the lack of tips for the DS and Stiletto by hacking my own out of some old USB cables and a soldering iron. This probably won't be a good option for most users though.
One very nice upgrade to the MFUEL is a retractable power cable. I purchased Amazon ASIN B0009T035E. One less cable in my bag!
The only real problem I've had is that MFUEL can power my Dell D610, but not charge the battery. This isn't MFUEL's fault, it's Dell's. Certain Dell laptops use proprietary technology and can only charge via Dell branded charger. SHAME ON YOU DELL!
I have been very happy so far with the MFUEL. Once I've used it for a few months and MFUEL rolls out thier new website I will update this review if I have any new information.

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Need an all-in-one solution to your charging, power, data transfer, andtravelneeds? Turn to the MFuel World Pak 100, which simultaneously powers and chargesmany high- and low-powered electronic devices--including notebook computers,iPods,cell phones, PDAs, portable DVD players, digital cameras, camcorders, portablevideogames, or MP3 players--from virtually any power source, from AC outlets to carcigarette lighters to the power outlets on planes, boats, and RVs. As a result,youneedn't haul along separate adapters for each gadget when taking a cross-countryoraround-the-world trip. The unit offers 120 watts of continuous power output, whichexceeds the demands of virtually all high-powered notebooks and electronics. The27Hot Tips and accessories, meanwhile, are compatible with more than 90 percent ofallcurrent high- and low-powered electronic gadgets. And thanks to MFuel's patentedWorld Jack, you can charge and power your electronics in more than 120 countries.Asa bonus, the World Pak 120 comes with a pair of Power Pucks and a travel bag,whichneatly manage your power cables and accessories to minimize clutter. The PowerPuckseven function as power and data transfer cables, so you needn't bring alongseparateEthernet or USB cables. The MFuel World Pak 120, which comes with a surgeprotection guarantee, will keep your electronics running at peak efficiency withsafe,reliable power.

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All Power America APG3014 2,000 Watt 4-Stroke Gas Powered Portable Generator Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this generator for power outages and it works well for light use. I really like the light weight. It can be moved around easily. It's good on gas too. I like the charging cables that come with it for charging batteries, they plug right in the front panel. It also has a fuel guage built into the fuel tank. I found the drain on the carb very convenient for storage. The air filter has easy access wing nuts for easy cleaning. The rubber feet on the bottom keep it from "walking" across the floor when running. The only thing I didn't care for was the light on the front panel that indicates there is 120 volt power present, it is very dim, making it hard to see in the daylight, but I can live with that. I bought a second one just to have two around. If you're looking for a small generator, this is a winner!

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The APG3014 portable generator is a lightweight, portable generator that delivers long run time and keeps working as long as you can.Not for sale in California. Surge Watts: 2,000, Rated Watts: 1,400, Start Type: Recoil, Engine Displacement (cc): 98.5, HP: 3, Engine: OHV, Run Time: 9, Receptacles (qty.): Two 120V, Noise Level (dB): 65, Fuel Capacity (gal.): 1.3, Low Oil Shutdown: Yes, Battery Required: No, Dimensions L x W x H (in.): 18 1/8 x 13 3/4 x 14 1/2

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MFuel Take Charge Emergency Portable AA Battery Pack Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased this to power up my itouch and nokia phone during a 4 day train trip. After hooking up to my itouch it seemed to work, then abruptly stopped. Probably an itouch software issue with usb. Then my Nokia phone does not fit any tips provided with this. You have to purchase separate tips for $9 or more apiece. Cannot power my psp without buying yet another tip. It claims to handle all these brand names, but only some of their actual products.
Stay away from this one. It's outdated and just needs lots of pricey separate accessories to work.

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Running low on juice at the worst possible time? Turn to the MFuel TakeCharge, an emergency battery pack that helps keep your portable electronicsrunning ina pinch. The portable pack, which runs on two AA batteries, charges and powersiPods,most cell phones, MP3 players, digital cameras, camcorders, portable games, PDAs,satellite radios, and more. It's the perfect accessory for traveling, campingtrips, poweroutages, and a host of other situations where standard power might not beavailable.Plus, you don't need to haul along a ton of separate adapters, as the Take Chargecomeswith seven cell phone hot tips--making it compatible with 90 percent of cell phonemanufacturers--and two USB hot tips for iPods, smart phones, and PDAs. The TakeCharge delivers up to 12 hours of emergency talk time and up to eight hours ofadditional iPod playtime.
The Take Charge is compatible with the following manufacturers: Audiovox,Blackberry,Kyocera, LG, Motorola, Nextel, Nokia, Samsung, Sanyo, Sony Erickson, iPod, USB,andUSB 2.0 devices.
What's in the Box Take Charge unit, seven cell phone tips, two USB hot tips, user's manual.

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