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Reasons to buy Briggs and Stratton 30743 :
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It is a portable device
Can easily be transported to any location. One person can move the generator
12500 watts
4375 Watts of starting watts
9500 watts
3,500 Watts of running stats
Ready
Portable design and size that can easily be moved – RV ready
Yes, it is gas powered
Operational with gas
Up to 8 hours on full hour run time
Recoil start is optional
Recoil starts – easy to start generator
It can be electric started thou it is optional
N/A
Gasoline
Uses gasoline to run generator
36 Amps @ 240V 79 Amps @120V (running Amp)_ 52 Amps @ 240V 104 Amps @120V (starting Amp)
29.0 Amperage
120 / 240 volts
120VAC
60 Hz
N/A
OHV 4-Stroke
Power Built OHV Engine type
3600 RPM
N/A
It is CARB complaint
N/A
Meets the standards of CSA – CSA certified
It is EPA certified
Uses cold start technology for quick and easy start in cold weather
N/A
It is easy to start since it has three alternatives from which you can choose one to use
Simple pull to start the engine in the usual traditional method
6.6 gallons
Takes in up to 4 gallons of gasoline. Will take 8 hours without refill on 50% load
17.5 hours with remote and electric start
Spends a total of 8 hours at 1/2 of gasoline running
Has a low oil shut off sensor which protects the engine from damage by turning the generator off when it detects low oil levels
Built to instantly shut off when low oil is detected in tank
It is air cooled
N/A
457cc
208cc engine capacity – can run for 8 hours on 1/2 load
73 DBA
N/A
It is multi-purpose since it is able to power up many toots at ago such as lights, A/C and others
It is multi-purpose – can be used during camping trips and at home during power black-outs
It is a heavy duty machine since it can power up all your home essentials when you need it
Can handle heavy duty. Able to power a 15,000 BTU RV air conditioner and recreational vehicle
It is framed for durability
Yes, its constructed with a frame
Electric / recoil start method / remote
Recoil start
Has an open frame
30745 generator has an open frame
(2) Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R), (1) 120/240V 30A (L14-30R), (1) 120/240V 50A (14-50R) and (2) 5V USB ports
(1) 5-20 R 120 VAC Duplex and TT-30R 120VAC RV (1) Outlet
It is portable since it is designed with single fold-down handles for easy transportation
Features wheels and drop down handles – makes generator portable
50.00 lbs.
N/A
10" Solid Wheels
Has solid wheel type – easily maneuvers across surfaces
Has single fold-down handle for its flexible transportation / movement
Drop down handle style – has rubbers at the top for a comfortable grip
Has 3 year residential warranty with lifetime technical support from the company
Up to 2 years of limited warranty
31.00 x 21.00 x 23.00 inches
Oil Bottle, an Oil Funnel, Spark Plug Wrench, Battery and a Battery Float Charger
Owner manual guide and an engine oil bottle
It shuts down automatically indicating low oil levels
It will switch off to indicate low oil in the fuel tank
It shuts down after sensing that the oil levels are low
Automatically shuts down on low oil - CO Guard Carbon Monoxide Shutdown
73 DBA
N/A
Has outlet covers which keeps out moisture and debris if outlets are not in use. It is transfer switch ready where in case of a power outage, you will be easily able to connect it to a breaker box and power your household. Has an Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR) and Circuit Breaker Protection Which Protects your appliances and equipment from harmful voltage swings and helps to prevent overload to generator.
- Made out of quality aluminum material – easy to maintain - Has been certified by CSA for safety - A strong engine with a 208cc engine capacity - Built with an automatic low oil shut down through the CO Guard Carbon Monoxide Shutdown - Powerful generator voltage of up to 120 VAC - It comes with a starting watts of 4375 and a running wattage of 3,500 watts - Uses the recoil start system common in most traditional generators - A 4 gallons fuel tank capacity that is able to run for up to 8 hours on a 50% load - Attached with an engine oil bottle and a owner’s manual as additional accessories - Generator is constructed with a circuit breaker to protect engine from harm - (1) 5-20 R 120 VAC Duplex and TT-30R 120VAC RV (1) Outlet - Portable and easy to transport through the solid wheels - Bought with a 2 years limited warranty for repair - Features a dual cleaner air cleaner type - Has been framed for durability - Multi-purpose generator can be used in camps, homes and sites - Compact build with 25 inches x 22 inches x 23 inches dimensions - Comfortable grip handle type
It is not good for the powering of sensitive electronic devices because it has a somewhat high THD (<23%)
- Doesn’t have a dual fuel capacity – only uses gasoline - Will not recharge using direct sunlight - Cannot be electric started – recoil starts only - Heavy to lift to the stairs or onto a car - Generator not built with a run time hour meter - Gasoline is inflammable – be careful during use
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