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It is portable
4 wheels for portability during movement
12,000 watts
6250 of starting watts
9500 watts
5000 running watts
Built with 4 wheels and multiple outlets – this generator is RV ready
It is powered by gas
Gas powered
Runs 13 hours on 1/2 load – ideal for long hour use
It is optional
recoil starts
It is optional
is fast and user friendly
It uses dual fuel which gives you the Freedom and flexibility of fuel choice.
Gasoline / propane
Uses gasoline
39.6A / 79.2A
21 Amps
120V / 240VAC & 12VDC
120/240 on a single phase
60 Hz
60 Hertz
18 HP
N/A
4-Cycle Air-Cooled Spark-Ignition
Vanguard OHV 305cc Engine
3600RPM
3600 RPM
It is CARB complaint
N/A
Rated according to CSA standards
It is EPA approved
N/A
It is designed with cold start technology for quick start in cold weather
It is easy to start since it is equipped with electric start and recoil start options
Yes it is easy to start – uses a one touch starting method. Also has a recoil backup to start
8.3 gallons
7 gallons of fuel
4 gallons
8.83 hours
Takes 13 hours of nonstop runtime on a 1/2 load
7.2 hours
Has a low oil shut off sensor which protects the engine from damage
Contains low oil shut off – once the hour meter indicates little time remaining generator automatically shuts down.
It is cooled by air
N/A
457cc
305 cc – can produce up to 10 foot pounds of torque
72DBA
N/A
It is multi-purpose since it can power up several tools at the same time
Perfect for multi-purpose. For camps, tailgating, homes and sites
It is a heavy duty machine since it can power up high voltage equipment such as lights, sump pump, medical equipment and others
Features a power surge alternator – able to operate many large appliances at a go
It is frame for durability
Generator has been framed for durability
Electric / recoil method
Both electric and recoil starting method
Has an open frame
Yes it is built with an open frame
(TWO) Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI,(ONE) 120V 30A (L5-30R),(ONE) 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) and (ONE) 120/240V 50A (14-50R)
(2) 120-volt 20-amp outlets, (1) 120-volt 30-amp locking outlet, (1) 120/240-volt 30-amp locking outlet, (1) 12-Volt 10-amp DC outlet
It is a portable dvice
Requires minimal effort to be moved to various locations
221 lbs
200 pounds
Solid- fill wheels
Up to 4 large Never Flat Wheels .Ease transportation on both sides. Have locking brakes
Drop down handle style – remains down when not in use
3 year residential limited factory warranty
Lasts 2 years from purchase
30.00 x 30.00 x 26.00 inches
12V Generator Battery, Generator Wheel Kit, Generator Tool Kit and the Owner's Manual
Comes with an internal trickle and float charger Internal
It has an oil warning light which lights indicating low oil level
Hour meter – checks the gas level and turns off on low oil
It shuts down if the low oil warning light lights in order to protect the engine from damage
Generator shuts down when oil is low in fuel tank
72 DBA
Super Lo – tone – minimizes the noise and lessens the vibration power produced
Has a heavy duty frame with four points fully isolated motor mounts for smooth quiet operation. It is designed with dual Fuel Technology which allows you to run your generator on Propane or Gas. It has several accessories included Has a fully featured power panel
- Can provide a clean and instant power for appliances and multiple electronics during power shortage - Attached with a 2 year warranty to guard against defects and workmanship - Has a 305 cc powerful engine that easily handles tough jobs - Features a full GFCI protection that works as circuit breakers for the engine - Low oil automatic shut down can extend the battery life - Delivers a total of 13 hours after a 1/2 load - Large tank capacity of 7 gallons – reduces the refill frequency - Up to 4 never flat wheels to ease movement during transportation - Uses the quick electric restart and traditional recoil method - Created for multi-purpose operation like at sites, camps and homes - It has been built with an open frame and also framed for durability - Features a super lo tone muffler that lessens the noise and reduces on the vibration during operation - Comes with an automatic voltage regulation system that produces 25% more surge wattage to simplify start up - Uses a drop down handle to pull and it can be stored easily - Meets all the standards of CSA certification - Appropriate dimensions for storage - 34 x 27 x 26 inches - Additional accessories of internal trickle charger and a float charger
It has a low fuel efficiency It relatively has low run time Has no remote start It is heavy
- Does not have a cold start technology - Is not a solar generator - Wheels cannot climb over stairs or other highly raised surfaces - Doesn’t use propane to run - Not voltage meter
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