Re: [VAL] [Fwd: Generators]

["Mr. Joy H. Hansen" <joytbrew@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Hi All,

Thought I'd share my experience with the Honda EU2000 with the list.  I knew
that I couldn't operate AC with this unit and that I couldn't operate the
microwave or coffee maker simultaneously.  What I didn't expect was that the
Black and Decker would draw more than 15 amps and the Honda voltage would
drop so low that the coffee maker would abort.  Went back to the Sensco.
Got to have a fresh cup of coffee that has full flavor and these units
deliver!

Anyway, two boon dock camp outs of 4 days each demonstrate that I made the
right purchase.  In standby mode, the Honda will run about 8 hours on a
gallon of gas.  It runs the TV, 18 inch fan, charger, and other small
appliances in standby mode.  Only when I fire up the 800W microwave does it
go into full power mode.

The EU 2000 weighs in at just shy of 50 pounds and is really easy to handle.
It's relatively quiet running outside the trailer.  Strategically placed,
it's not bothersome at all.

Yes, the Honda is made to run in parallel and could run my AC.  Doubt that
I'd be satisfied with the full power noise and additional handling.  The
EU3000 is just too heavy, but runs with about the same noise level.

To each his own, but I made a choice (with help from the list) and I'm a
happy camper! )

                                                   '69 Safari, Joy