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Reasons to buy All Power America G1200 :
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All Power America G1200
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Generac GP1800
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Yes, it can be easily transported from one place to another during emergency power needs.
69 pounds – can be easily carried both indoors and outdoors by a single person.
Starts with 2,050 watts
1600 watts
Runs at 1,800 watts
1200 watts
RV ready – inbuilt with a spark arrestor ideal for forested areas and automatic voltage regulation
Comes with solid handle and dual outlets – G1200 is RV ready
Gasoline powered
Runs on gas
Spends approximately 10.5 hours after a 50% load of gas with about 0.33 GPH of fuel consumption
18 hours on a full tank load and 9 hours on half a tank load
Recoil start
Can be electrically / manually powered on
Built with an easy to use electronic start button on it
Gas fuel type
Gasoline fuel type
17.1 Amps at peak power and 15 Amps running
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120 Volts
120 V 10 A AC and 12 V8.3A
60 Hz
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3 HP
163 cc OHV engine type – has a splash lubrication and will run longer
Features a OHV air cooled engine
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CSA certified
Has been certified by EPA – safe to be used
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Easy to start using a simple on/off button. Just click on the button and it will power on or off without any complicated steps
Very easy to start – doesn’t require complicated startup. Just click on the button for power on or off
Features a 3.5 gallon steel fuel tank capacity with an inbuilt fuel gauge
Has a 1.3 gallon fuel capacity
Runs for 10.5 hours after a 1/2 load
Runs for 9 hours at a 1/2 load
Safeguards engine using a low oil shut off function
Built with a low oil shut –off. Automatically powers down the generator once low oil has been detected in the fuel tank.
Air cools automatically to stop it from getting heat up and damages
OHV air cooled engine – prevents G1200 from overheating after running for long hours
Generac 163 cc OHV engine capacity
Features 98cc OHV engine capacity – able to run nonstop for long hours
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65 db – will operate quietly not to disturb your peace at home or work
For multipurpose use – created for home use, job sites, camping, tailgating and any other outdoor activities
Has a multi-purpose ability – can be used at home and workplaces
Heavy duty – will light and keep small appliances and tools connected as it deliver emergency power supply
Ability to perform heavy duty. Will work as emergency power at home. Also powers up the jobsite during blackouts.
Framed for durability with hardened steel frame. It is 1¼ inch thick and a full ¼ inch thicker in dimensions for extra strength
Has been Neutral bonded to frame – built to a long time
Starts using the uncomplicated traditional pull start method – recoil start
Electric and manual starting method – easy to use button for on and off
It has an open frame design – stable and is simple to raise above the ground
Designed with an open frame
1x Duplex 120 Volts 20 Amps (5-20R) with circuit breaker covered outlets to protect them from unwanted debris
2 x 120 V AC Outlet and 1 x 12 V DC output outlets
Portable with its low weight of only 80 pounds
Compact and lightweight – easily moved to multiple locations
80 pounds
69 pounds in total weight – easy to transfer to another location
Steel frame handle style – it gives a strong lift during movement
Metallic handle type – easy to carry during movement
Warranty lasts a period of 2 years
Tagged with warranty on purchase – date and model
18 x 18 x 13 inches – compact size for simple storage
Comes with a funnel and owner’s manual
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Low oil indicator with a level glance fuel monitoring placed on it
Its engine will shut down once it detects low oil level
Switches off automatically once low oil is indicated and fuel tank is not refueled.
Yes - Shuts down instantly on low oil to protect the engine from harm
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65 db noise level – very low noise level that goes unnoticed most times
- Comprised of a 3.5 gallon fuel tank made of steel and built with a fuel gauge for extended runtime and durability - After a 50% fuel load it will run for 10.5 hours - Features a Generac 163 OHV engine with a splash lubrication system and can be air cooled to prevent over heating - Framed for durability using a hardened steel tube cradle with 1¼ inch thick and a full ¼ inch thicker in dimensions - Uses a low oil level indicator and shutdown to protect the engine from damage automatically - Easy to start with an on/off switch and the traditional pull start mechanism - Works with 2,050 watts starting and running watts of 1800 watts - Warranty runs for a 2 year period - 1x Duplex 120 Volts 20 Amps (5-20R) with circuit breaker covered outlets to protect them from dangerous substances - Created for multipurpose use such as home use, job sites, camping, tailgating and any other outdoor activities
• Heavy duty for home and workplace light up • Suitable for transportation from one place to another due to low weight • Contains a high peak power of up to 1600 watts and 1200 watts of rated power • Certified by EPA • Compact size that fits in small spaces with 21 x 16 x 16 inches • Features a low oil level shut down when fuel tank is low • Long run time of up to 9 hours at half load • 1.3 large fuel gallon capacity • Mild operating noise of only 65 db • 98 CC OHV air cooled engine • Built with 2 x 120 V AC outlet and 1 x 12 V DC Output • Simple to start – comes with owner’s manual • Has been framed for durability • High quality handle type for strong support • Provides warranty after purchase • Portable during transportation • Choke lever with open and close function
- Not built with wheels that enhance effortless portability - Doesn’t include a lock down folding handle for movement and compact storage - Its warranty may not cover every part of the generator - Has only a single fuel type which is gasoline - Not CARB compliant
• Not built with foldable handles and sometimes hard to store • It is Non- CARB complaint • Generator is not able to use solar – requires high fuel maintenance • Not an entire quiet generator • Doesn’t have wheels built to it
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