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Yes, it can be easily transported from one place to another during emergency power needs.
It is a portable generator
Starts with 2,050 watts
8,500 watts
Runs at 1,800 watts
7,000watts
RV ready – inbuilt with a spark arrestor ideal for forested areas and automatic voltage regulation
RV Ready
Gasoline powered
Yes, it is a gas powered generator
Spends approximately 10.5 hours after a 50% load of gas with about 0.33 GPH of fuel consumption
8 hours
Recoil start
Yes, can be used as backup if the battery is not fully charged
Yes, it can be started with electricity
Gasoline
Gas fuel type
Gasoline
17.1 Amps at peak power and 15 Amps running
58.33A / 29.17A
120 Volts
120V / 240VAC & 12VDC
60 Hz
60 Hz
N/A
Yes, it features a 16 horsepower
163 cc OHV engine type – has a splash lubrication and will run longer
4-Cycle Air-Cooled Spark-Ignition
N/A
3600RPM
It is not carb complaint so it cannot be used in California
CSA certified
It is approved by the EPA
Yes, it is available to ensure a quick and easy start in areas where the weather is unpredictable
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
Yes, it is easy to start because it is equipped with both electric start and recoil start options
Features a 3.5 gallon steel fuel tank capacity with an inbuilt fuel gauge
7.9 gallons
Runs for 10.5 hours after a 1/2 load
11.5 hours at 1/2 load
Safeguards engine using a low oil shut off function
The generator shuts off when it senses that the oil level is low
Air cools automatically to stop it from getting heat up and damages
Yes, it is air cooled
Generac 163 cc OHV engine capacity
420 cc
N/A
Yes, its available
N/A
72 decibel range when loaded
For multipurpose use – created for home use, job sites, camping, tailgating and any other outdoor activities
Yes, it can be used in camps, running home machines like cookers, for lights
Heavy duty – will light and keep small appliances and tools connected as it deliver emergency power supply
Yes, it can perform heavy duties
Framed for durability with hardened steel frame. It is 1¼ inch thick and a full ¼ inch thicker in dimensions for extra strength
Framed
Starts using the uncomplicated traditional pull start method – recoil start
Recoil or electric
It has an open frame design – stable and is simple to raise above the ground
Yes, it has got an open frame
1x Duplex 120 Volts 20 Amps (5-20R) with circuit breaker covered outlets to protect them from unwanted debris
(4)120V 20A GFCI Outlet, (1)120/240V 30A Twist Lock and (1) 10A 12V utility connector
Portable with its low weight of only 80 pounds
Yes it is portablefor easy relocation
80 pounds
210 LBS
Solid-fill wheels
Steel frame handle style – it gives a strong lift during movement
It has foldable handles
Warranty lasts a period of 2 years
3 years
18 x 18 x 13 inches – compact size for simple storage
Comes with a funnel and owner’s manual
Oil funnel, spark plug wrench, tool set,Wheel & Handle Kit, DC Charging Cables and owner’s manual .
Low oil indicator with a level glance fuel monitoring placed on it
Yes, it has got the oil warning flash which flashes before the low oil shut-down feature takes effect.
Switches off automatically once low oil is indicated and fuel tank is not refueled.
It is designed with a low oil shut-off sensor which prevents the engine from being damaged when oil levels become too low.
N/A
72 dB(A)
- 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
• It is a portable equipment which enables easy transportation from one location. • It has got the never flat tires that are versatile. • it has got a variety of outlets and the unit can be easily transported with the attached wheel kit. • It runs on gas which is a convenient fuel because its readily available and so easy to store. • It has a super quiet exhaust with a built in spark arrestor which minimizes sound.
- 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
• The generator is not CARB complaint_ it cannot be used in countries like California. • Its noise levels are a bit higher than the desired.
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