Inverter Generator

[imdoo'n]

could call ahead and get texs approval! good as gold

 

[the_real_wild1]

Hey there, I just sold my Yamaha 2000 inverter camo last week on Kijiji, had 107hrs on it, was great for charging batteries plus watching TV etc at the same time. As a HVAC mechanic myself I would not attempt to run a A/C with it, that would require at least a 3000W to be safe depending on A/C size. It was quiet, however I recommend the 3000W simply because the housings actually have insulated panels rather than single wall plastic which makes the 3000W ones run a little quieter.

Why would you say not to run my ac on it if you don't know what size of system I have?

 

[X-Treme]

Why would you say not to run my ac on it if you don't know what size of system I have?

This is the interwebs dude. Everyone knows everything about everything.

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[papajake]

got a POWERHOUSE 2100 from western rv red deer with electric start and only 56 db,will run the toaster and coffee maker at the same time and not having to go out to start it,just push the button on the remote has a auto choke and it only cost 699.00. one of the guys we camp with has a 3000 crappy tire one and you can hear it 1/4 mile away, they should only be made for construction sites not campsites

 

[mbmb]

Why would you say not to run my ac on it if you don't know what size of system I have?

What I was meaning was the smaller A/C's (typically 10,000-12,500BTU) will run on a 3000W genny, the larger A/C's can (not always) struggle if the 3000W genny cant provide the inrush currant needed to start the compressor. In rush currant is way higher than run load amperage.
Your correct, I don't know what size A/C people are using that's why I noted "depending on A/C size". I've seen guys run smaller A/C's on 3000W and be fine, also seen a pile of cooked compressors to, I guess it comes down to correctly sizing the genny to the A/C. I'm not always the greatest in trying to write or translate what I'm thinking in to words.

 

[the_real_wild1]

Been tested as I mentioned, on my ac and works fine. I can't run my motorhome ac on it but the motorhome has a 6500 onan genset in it.

 

[X-Treme]

Hopefully it still works in 30 degree temps. That's when the AC is a lot harder to start. Fingers crossed for you.

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[j335]

My cheapo 3000W champion ran high AC on a new 30'+ fifth wheel along with charging my trailers battery, likely cause short term it can go up to 4000W. Generator works well, I park it behind some trucks to reduce the noise.
Also I've seen the 2000W Honda run AC on an older fifth wheel.

 

[j335]

Also has anyone made an enclosure for their generator to reduce the noise? Before we got a Honda at our cabin we had an enclosure on our old loud POS and wow it made a difference.
Also for those interested carry 3 or 4 pieces of plywood to lean against the generator. Tests on loud 80dBa units have decreased them to 70-72, cheap/easy for us cheap people! It still offers lots of ventilation too.

 

[Cdnfireman]

I have the yamaha 2400 hc inverter. As quiet as the 2000 Hondas, small and light enough to move alone and will start most a/c units easily.

 

[DaveB]

I have the yamaha 2400 hc inverter. As quiet as the 2000 Hondas, small and light enough to move alone and will start most a/c units easily.

I also have the Yammi 2400iHSC....great genny. At the time I bought it, it was the smallest you could get that would start an AC unit on a trailer. Used mine lots on 3 trailers. Used to just tuck it under the slide on my trailers.....so quiet you can't hear it inside. Still have it, but never use it as I have built-in Onan gennys on my last 3 mohos.

 

[the_real_wild1]

Also has anyone made an enclosure for their generator to reduce the noise? Before we got a Honda at our cabin we had an enclosure on our old loud POS and wow it made a difference.
Also for those interested carry 3 or 4 pieces of plywood to lean against the generator. Tests on loud 80dBa units have decreased them to 70-72, cheap/easy for us cheap people! It still offers lots of ventilation too.

I was thinking of doing this also. Keeps it out of site as well

 

[arff]

I was thinking of doing this also. Keeps it out of site as well

I run 100 foot cord into the bush. Hear nothing

 

[j335]

I was thinking of doing this also. Keeps it out of site as well

Update, I just tried it on my champion 3000W. About 15 ft away on a cement pad it is 82dBa (phone app) and after I put 3 pieces of plywood leaned against it it dropped to 76dBa (no roof and not leaned against exhaust side). I'm certain with better placement I can get that down even further.

Anything helps, I'm gonna carry a few pieces of plywood for next trip.

 

[the_real_wild1]

I run 100 foot cord into the bush. Hear nothing

I just got it. Im scared to lose it by leaving it in the bush lol

 

[rzrgade]

Just follow the cord .... It will take you back to it ,every time .....

 

[doorfx]

If your generator can't start your ac try installing a soft start capacitor. Easy and cheap to do.

 

[X-Treme]

If your generator can't start your ac try installing a soft start capacitor. Easy and cheap to do.

Just a heads up... it's actually called a HARD start capacitor.

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[doorfx]

Yes it is lol

 

[Lem Lamb]

Being that I travel by pick-up truck only, its easy to find staging areas away form humans deep in the back woods. This works for me since there is no need for us/me to setup where other folks camp, the idea to not to have Nabors when camping.

The only time my genny is running is when I'm at the camp spot, at night time it gets set out in the tress with chain and lock to prevent grizzly bears from packing it off, then put away if leaving camp.

Those that don't know me/us, seem to depart from the small areas we setup,,, Ha. Best to find a staging area that allows only the group that is there at the time.

Camp wize with less on lookers work best,,, easy to do when living in pick-up truck.

Pal Don