Generator

I have two Honda generators. One is the "Companion" and they run parallel with just a wire connection. Each one can be manuevered easily, like the weight of a full suitcase. Reliability and respect for neighbors were big decisions when I sprang for the $l000 each cost. No regrets, even came in handy when the last hurricane knocked out the power.

I was surprised to see that also. Generac states, "Please know that maximum power decreases about 3.5% for each 1,000 feet above sea level and will also decrease about 1% for each 6°C (10°F) above 16°C (60°F) ambient temperature." They do not state an altitude limit. However, I can understand one since the generators do not self-adjust for altitude changes like fuel-injected automobiles do.

I received a reply which was a rather terse "3000 and 2600."

I looked at the Home Depot link. I like that one since it has a 30A outlet. The downside is that it states in the description that it is not meant for use above 3000 ft. It is also a 2800/3000 watt generator, which is not a full 30A. The outlet makes it convenient though. If I did not already have the Generac, I would certainly be looking to buy this one as opposed to the DG-3000.

Originally posted by voisj I bought this 3000w watt pure sine wave digital inverter generator online for $479. I've been really happy with it and it's real quiet. Runs everything at once with no problem and just idles when I'm only charging the pod. Got it from scooter wholesale.com Better than paying for a new generator and a parallel kit... But then again you already have 2000w genny.

Please check the generator and list the specifications. The web site has two different specifications in the product description. The first set says 2600 rated, 3000 peak. Below that it lists 3000 rated, 3200 peak. I sent a suggestion that they correct the web site to list which set contains the proper specifications.

If I did not already have the Generac iX2000, I would definitely look at the DG-3000 even though its output is about 25 amperes (2600/110). That is still better than the 18 amperes (2000/110) of the Generac. If the DG3000 is truly rated at 3000 watts, then it is still about 27 amperes. That still would be more than enough to run the AC, but I don't know if it would run the AC and microwave simultaneously, especially if the converter is also charging the battery and other things were running.

I bought this 3000w watt pure sine wave digital inverter generator online for $479. I've been really happy with it and it's real quiet. Runs everything at once with no problem and just idles when I'm only charging the pod. Got it from scooter wholesale.com Better than paying for a new generator and a parallel kit... But then again you already have 2000w genny.