Awesome. Finally an extended use review. I don’t understand all of these fresh out of the box reviews. A brand new unit tells us little.

@briantday

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the note. Glad it was helpful!

Great one to know Im a senior employee at a harbor freight in syracuse ny.. 7 years and that surprised me and is helpful to know when selling these as they dont train us on well really anything. I take it upon myself to know our products personally and this little fact is good to know .....thanks

@MrRChitty

2 жыл бұрын

That's good to hear.

@briantday

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment - glad the information was useful! I suspect I get such great mileage as I don't heavily load the generator. Still though, it supports everything I need during an extended outage, with great mileage to boot! Thanks for caring enough about your products to learn more, outside of work too. :-)

Great update!!! I love mine!!! Keep us updated in the future!!

@briantday

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Will do!

The 1st time I used my predator 9000 I only had about 3000 watts hooked to it and that thing ran for 25 hours! Saying I was amazed would be an understatement. I now have it running the entire house, 2600 Sq ft. and it will run for 18 hours, that's with the 3 ton HVAC on. Love that thing 👍🏾

Sounds like a solid unit, time to get one!

@briantday

Жыл бұрын

I'm still really happy with it, after 4 years now. My neighbor has the same one and had some fuel related issues, but that was because he didn't treat the fuel and let it go stale. We cleaned the carb and it runs like new again!

I love mine. Run whole house, November 15, 2020 furnace, refrigerator in house , freezer in garage. Well pump. Lights, used the microwave, tv

@alanjenkins7346

3 жыл бұрын

@John Everlasting I did have gas furnace with the blower running. Ran almost 2 days before power came back on

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

⚠️Very important announcements to everyone about generator safety: Please don’t forget to follow the generator safety tips when you use your portable generator. This is just a reminder to make sure. All generator safety instructions need to be followed carefully whenever you use your portable generator. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2WetpV6fqi0pqw.html and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps. Keep in mind that it’s better to be safe than sorry 🙏

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

Remember don’t use your portable generator indoors

I was thinking about buying this unit. You sold me I have everything you have minus the shed. You have done the best job selling me on this. I have 5 1/2 ton of AC unit but I will not run it.

I sold mine ASAP after using once in first power outage. I got 12 hours on 8 gallons, that's way to expensive to use for over a week straight.

Cool, just got one for my small house. Thanks for the information.

I have what is essentially the same generator here in the U.K. and it has a 25 litre tank and an advertised run time of 16 hrs so about 1.5 litres per hour or 3 hrs per imperial gallon which seems to tally up with my experience. Great review 👍🏻🇬🇧

@briantday

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the comment - and comparison metrics!

Great video, I’ve also got a well. In an ideal world I would have the predator 9000 during the day and an inverter at night.

@briantday

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, glad it was useful! That's a great idea - I like the inverter idea at night. I just shut it off completely. :-)

Thanks for the review! Very helpful!

@briantday

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thanks for review harbor fright needs to give you a kick back.i just picked up one for my house in its power everything my house is only 1800sqf Ranch I'm really tempted to turn on my central air unit to see if it can handle it as well. Do to you run way more stuff in your setup then I do.

awesome. I am getting ready to purchase the 9000 Predator to run my 80 x 16 mobile home with no central ac or heat. (I use window units and space heater when needed). I think it will handle it with no problem.

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

⚠️Very important announcements to everyone about generator safety: Please don’t forget to follow the generator safety tips when you use your portable generator. This is just a reminder to make sure. All generator safety instructions need to be followed carefully whenever you use your portable generator. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2WetpV6fqi0pqw.html and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps. Remember it’s better to be safe than sorry 🙏

Thanks for the info. Was really thinking of getting one.

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

⚠️Very important announcements to everyone about generator safety: Please don’t forget to follow the generator safety tips when you use your portable generator. This is just a reminder to make sure. All generator safety instructions need to be followed carefully whenever you use your portable generator. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2WetpV6fqi0pqw.html and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps. Keep in mind that it’s better to be safe than sorry 🙏

i have the 7000watt predator. for hurricane laura. i ran it with fridge, freezer, 1 portable a/c unit, 4 blower fans, for 24hrs straight and it burned 15gals a day for 9 days straight. i even made a plug for my dryer and would wash clothes every few days and it handled the washer and dryer at same time no problem with fridge and freezer unplugged. honestly when a disaster hits within a day or 2 gas stations will slowly open back up and the ease of load on stations gets better. so i make sure i have enough gas for few hours at time runtime each day for fridge and freezers for least 3 days worth...and once the stations start opening then its 1 trip a day to gas station. 24hrs runtime for 9 days at 15gals a day dont bother me considering the temps down here was hitting 110degrees...a fan is nice to have during that time

@AJ-qn6gd

3 жыл бұрын

If you expect a storm it’s a good idea to fill your car up with gas/petrol as this is easily siphoned out to use in your generator should you need it it’s also safer to store fuel in your cars tank than cans in your garage/shed. 👍🏻🇬🇧

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

⚠️Very important announcements to everyone about generator safety: Please don’t forget to follow the generator safety tips when you use your portable generator. This is just a reminder to make sure. All generator safety instructions need to be followed carefully whenever you use your portable generator. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2WetpV6fqi0pqw.html and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps. Keep in mind that it’s better to be safe than sorry 🙏

@francoisdesmarquis8548

Жыл бұрын

@@AJ-qn6gd you cant syphon recent cars sadly 😢

great review. I love the spread sheet you put together. will like to hear another FUTURE update and if any flaws or mechanical issues. i'm in the market for about the same size unit with the same living situation, considered this generator then was told to keep shopping around. can't beat the price for product it looks like.

@briantday

3 жыл бұрын

Will do! I'm working on a 3rd video where I cover the routine maintenance I like to do, an easy way I've found to do oil changes, etc. Will get that posted soon here!

@briantday

Жыл бұрын

The ONLY issue I've had is the starter switch (rocker on front panel) failed, as others have pointed out online. I replaced it with a cheap eBay aftermarket unit and it has worked fine ever since. I'll do a simple repair video on that, if helpful. Otherwise it has been great, after four years now!

Thanks for a great a great review ! Im seriously considering getting this generator I have been looking and shopping around its between the Honda and the Harbor freight.

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

⚠️Very important announcements to everyone about generator safety: Please don’t forget to follow the generator safety tips when you use your portable generator. This is just a reminder to make sure. All generator safety instructions need to be followed carefully whenever you use your portable generator. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2WetpV6fqi0pqw.html and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps. Keep in mind that it’s better to be safe than sorry 🙏

@briantday

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the comment - I'm still very happy with it, over 4 years later now!

Just got this Predator 9000 and did the 1 hour break in run. Changed the oil after the 1 hour initial run. Oil was slightly murky, but no metal shavings, as some said i may find. So pleased so far. Starts on 1st pull and hope i dont have to use it much, but its peace of mind.....

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

⚠️Very important announcements to everyone about generator safety: Please don’t forget to follow the generator safety tips when you use your portable generator. This is just a reminder to make sure. All generator safety instructions need to be followed carefully whenever you use your portable generator. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2WetpV6fqi0pqw.html and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps. Keep in mind that it’s better to be safe than sorry 🙏

@zx900steve

2 жыл бұрын

@@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast great advice!

@briantday

Жыл бұрын

Yes, I continue to change the oil every ~20 hours or so (as manual states) and have NEVER seen any metal shavings in the pan. I inspect it closely. It comes out fairly golden in color still too. I use Mobil 1 full synthetic, but I'm sure any quality oil will work just fine.

After tornado hit us couple days ago, you are so right, no water means bathroom becomes horrible place, better with bleach.. Anyway, I checked Harbor Freight (still had cell phone), suppose to have had one, drove up after clearing the jungle out of my drive to buy one, and after getting their they sold all 25 units the day before.. LOL.. guess my neighbors got cleared out faster.. Anyway glad to see this is working great for you.. As soon as they come in, I'll probably get me one.. Thanks for the video.. Have a great day...

I have the 8750/7000 model. I've had it for about 7-8 years now. Only problem I've ever had was the rocker switch for the ignition/starter failed this year. Less than $20 on eBay, and a few minutes to change it. I just run a few things in the house with it when the power is out, and I just use a couple of multi outlet extension cords. Starts instantly, and runs great.

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

⚠️Very important announcements to everyone about generator safety: Please don’t forget to follow the generator safety tips when you use your portable generator. This is just a reminder to make sure. All generator safety instructions need to be followed carefully whenever you use your portable generator. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2WetpV6fqi0pqw.html and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps. Remember it’s better to be safe than sorry 🙏

@briantday

Жыл бұрын

I had this same problem. The rocker switch went out so had to either pull start, or bypass it with a remote starter switch. Same as you, replaced it with a ~$20 eBay switch and it has worked fine ever since. Biggest pain is that it's glued into place when new... I'll do a short video on that repair, if helpful.

Oh cool I just watched your other video. Didn't know this one was the same person.

@briantday

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Korey, glad the videos were helpful!

thk u, I was a lil lost bc I'm not to knowledgeable about this type of product, but after watching this video I'm going with the 9,000. Rather be safe than sorry.

@briantday

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

We've had ours for about 2 years and logged about 15 hours of use. Despite the 9000 watt rating I've found it necessary to turn off a few breakers in the fuse panel to avoid over-loading the generator. I also had to go a bit larger on the battery for the electric start to work and am desperate to find a way to make it quieter. I recently noticed the mounting bracket for the handle cracking and apparently that bracket is not to be purchased with out the whole handle kit and Harbor Freight doesn't stock them.

Yeah I'm getting one of these just because you said it made a racket. I needed a good reason to build a sound proof housing and, the lil 4k we got now is just not a good experience haha.

Sounds good 👍

13 hours run time at a % load is usually specified in paperwork or on the box somewhere. it is usually 50% load. which is not terrible. you were probably not running at more than 50% load to get almost a full day of estimated run time... great vid and keep up the work!

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

⚠️portable generator safety announcements: This is just a reminder to remember the safety rules when using portable generators. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Please do not even use your generator in your deck or balcony. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.infoeFigDfnPkcQ?feature=share and here is a short video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps

@matthewrichmond5179

2 жыл бұрын

Was just pointing this out due to the Gas Guzzler thumbnail. Was not saying bad about the vid.

@Wingnut353

2 жыл бұрын

The same applies to my lil sportsman generator, its supposed to run 6.5 hours at half load but I ran it about 10 hours and still had half a tank with little to no load (so if I were just running a laptop + modem etc...) Basically I could run it all day on a gallon of gas... I added 3 USB charging ports to mine also (drill through just below the A on the sportsman logo on the non pull start side and wired straight to the ground on the front panel + my USB charger kit happened to use the same inline fuse holder as the 12V jack on the front so I disconnected that feature I'll never use and now have 3 usb ports). The only thing you need to take loose to do that modification is the side panel and the face panel.... so pretty easy. I got a step drill bit also to make the hole the correct size pretty happy with that for 15min of work.

@briantday

Жыл бұрын

I agree. I bet that I'm lightly loaded. Still though, it supports everything I need (during an extended outage) with a family of four and animals! We're all quite comfortable (except the constant hum from the generator). :-)

Hello, awesome video. I have a question. What size inlet box do u use? I bought a 30amp but I’m wondering if I should get a 50 amp. Thanks bud

I just bought one and I'm glad I did.

I have had 2 of these,they're my off grid property mostly a trailer,4 to 6 hours a dayboth generators lasted about 9 to months,first one lost power output,second one I purchased on April 22 2021,and the engine blew up February 5th 2022,getting another one on Feb 16th under warranty

I have 3 generators, all have steel fuel tanks all rusted, and had to cleam out the carbs, i recently bought 2 new units one large one to run the entire house and out building anda small one for night use, saves a ton of fuel...these units i took the new tanks off and had them coated. I slso located the float drain set screws to ensure there empty.

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

⚠️Very important announcements to everyone about generator safety: Please don’t forget to follow the generator safety tips when you use your portable generator. This is just a reminder to make sure. All generator safety instructions need to be followed carefully whenever you use your portable generator. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2WetpV6fqi0pqw.html and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps. Remember it’s better to be safe than sorry 🙏

Wow that’s really good fuel economy for an engine of that size. I was running an older generac 5250 watt with an 8 HP Honda GX engine and burning 1 gallon every 3 hours and pulling 1500 to 2500 watts. Switched to a Honda EU3000is to keep the noise down.

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

⚠️Very important announcements to everyone about generator safety: Please don’t forget to follow the generator safety tips when you use your portable generator. This is just a reminder to make sure. All generator safety instructions need to be followed carefully whenever you use your portable generator. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2WetpV6fqi0pqw.html and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps. Remember it’s better to be safe than sorry 🙏

I live out in the boonies too and have the same generator (no, it will not crank up my 5 hp well pump) and the first thig I did was attaching a spring to the carb lowering the starting rpm from ~3,500 down to 1,000 rpm to let it warm up at ab acceptable speed. I haven't used it yet and just let it run for an hour+ at the lower rpm's and did the 1st oil change as they requested and removed all the stickers all over that poor machine since I can't stand to look at them all the time. I think that it was a good buy and hope not having to use it since I still have a 2,700 W Honda generator for using power tools away from the house or pre-worm my 5.9 L Cummins being away from home in the cold months. Take care and try to stay out of trouble!

The water thing is hilarious!!! Those of us who live in Rural country AND in hurricane territory, like us in NW Florida, know that if you are on well water, you ALWAYS fill up potable tanks prior to an outage!!!

@briantday

Жыл бұрын

Yes, I learned that quickly! I would fill up the bathtub and maintain some 5 gallon water jerry cans. This is much better though!

How long would it run in a 13 gallon propane tank with the conversion carb

I run my 9000 predator right now for the Houston blackout from Hurricane Beryl. I’m running 4 window ACs, the central blower, my TVs, all my lights, and my Kurig. Also my fridge and freezer. Done some laundry. The only thing it CANT run are my clothes dryer and AC compressor outside. I get around 10 hour run time.

You must live in Alaska ! Here in Texas we need to run ours Day and NIGHT!!!!!!!!!

The 13hr advertised run time is at 50% static load. You probably weren't running anywhere near that in temperate late October.

@charlieodom9107

3 жыл бұрын

Is it at 50% on this one though? Generators vary by make and model. Some can be at 1/4, while others could be as high as 3/4 load! I do know that inverter type generators use far less fuel than the normal type under normal circumstances.

@shaunbava1801

3 жыл бұрын

I have one of these, it works well and you can run literally everything except electric oven/range/stove and central air. I don't get nearly the economy he is getting maybe 1.5-2hrs per gallon but I am running 3 fridges, a 20 cu ft freezer, an amtrol pressurizer, ceiling fans, my boilers/hot water heater, tv's and a small window AC if it is hot at which point maybe the tank lasts maybe 10-11 hrs. Motor loads hammer it on startup but really the microwave, toaster oven, and coffee maker really seem to hit it hard, you hear it rev when using those.

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

⚠️Very important announcements to everyone about generator safety: Please don’t forget to follow the generator safety tips when you use your portable generator. This is just a reminder to make sure. All generator safety instructions need to be followed carefully whenever you use your portable generator. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2WetpV6fqi0pqw.html and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps. Remember it’s better to be safe than sorry 🙏

@briantday

Жыл бұрын

Yes, great point. Thank you for the comment!

I'll plagiarize your spread sheet - great way to keep track of the numbers - I'll add a few more columns there - excellent idea. I have the same model (although I think mine is the EPA not CARB version) I've yet to use it.

@briantday

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I find I forget how long it's been since the last time I ran it, oil changes, etc. The years are flying by it seems. Glad you liked the spreadsheet idea!

Number of hours per tank of gas probably based on about half load capacity. Using less than half the power rating will let it run longer. I have the 8,700 watt model. Much more economical than the previous generator I had that was 5,000 watt.

@TMART09

Жыл бұрын

Was going to say the same thing. 13 hrs at 50% load… it’s too early to do the math, but looks like he’s pulling well below that.

We have used the kzread.infoUgkxOTeIs0vv4_9B5hsmnLsk9r930uDQLu_Y for probably 30 hours with our camper and it’s been great! The noise level is really only noticeable when running the AC and other appliances like the microwave, hair dryer, or coffee pot. It’s not huge like other ones and it has wheels so even at 90lbs, I can move it!

Bought this generator about 2 months ago. Wired to main panel and runs my entire house minus central air and electric range. Purchased wheel kit but generator is very heavy and was still not too easy to move so removed wheel kit and purchased a strongway garden cart to put generator on. Very easy to move with four wheels instead of two. Cart also holds all other accessories needed ie cable, oil and gas can.

@briantday

3 жыл бұрын

That's a great idea (the garden cart w/ 4 wheels). I'll check into that! Thank you!

@jerrylisby5376

2 жыл бұрын

How do you prevent theft?

@JustScottPaid

2 жыл бұрын

@@jerrylisby5376 45 acp

@jerrylisby5376

2 жыл бұрын

@@JustScottPaid hahaha but what if you're not home?

@JustScottPaid

2 жыл бұрын

@@jerrylisby5376 My dogs have that covered. 👍

What’s the lightest load you can run on your generator without causing the cylinder to glaze

Any problem running computers?

My house is 900 square feet. 2 floors. With this generator. Could I run Basic lights and TV and internet? 2 refrigerators 2 freezers? And big question my heat or air conditioning?

They are great. Just get one. When compared to a Honda it's a no brainer.

Can it run the water heater!!!

I just bought a new Dewalt 8000 watt generator . Should it get able to run are small house.??? We dont need to do laundry or run the dishwasher during a storm power outage

@briantday

3 жыл бұрын

What's the "running load" it supports? If the label says 8,000 max, I'm guessing the "running load" supported is somewhere around 6,500 watts and, yes, that should be plenty to run basic things (fridge, freezer, tankless water heater (if applicable), lights, charge cell phones, internet, etc. You'd probably have a hard time with A/C units (maybe a small window unit would work) and/or a large all-electric range. If you have a gas stove though, that will help a lot! I think you'll be pretty happy. Keep us posted!

Make sure you check the oil EVERYTIME you gas up !

@briantday

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, great point Frank! I check it every time, before I start it up. I haven't noticed any oil level drops (burn off), yet, but it's always good to check it. Thanks again!

Thanks for the review. Not sure where the square footage of the house and workshop are relevant.

@briantday

Жыл бұрын

Yes, I should have elaborated. I was just trying to point out that I'm not running some small detached shop, or a small home. Was just trying to scale it for others; full size house, large detached garage, family of four - and doesn't miss a beat. You're right, it would've been more relevant to total up my loads but nameplates are always peak ratings, so I would've had to amp clamp everything and was too lazy. ;-)

Thanks for the update, enjoy the videos. I'm curious as to how loud this thing is? Super loud? Reasonable loud? It is 9,000 watts which is pretty powerful. Too loud for running an RV and a shop trailer?

@briantday

3 жыл бұрын

Here's my scientific response; it's pretty darn loud! :-) Seriously though, it can be a bit of a racket after an extended period of time. I keep all the windows closed in the house, and I don't really enjoy doing any work outside, even with it running ~100-150 feet away. It's manageable, but I am thankful when I'm finally able to shut it off! I have noticed that, when I walk around the back side of the metal building it's in, the noise is far more manageable. So, I plan to build a basic sound barrier for it (simple 2x4 framing with some foam panels or something), just to cut the direct noise you hear coming towards the house. I've seen fancier enclosures that people have built too. You need to be careful with those though, not to starve it of fresh air and/or create a fire hazard. To answer your direct question, you could run an RV or shop trailer but I wouldn't want to be sitting less than 20 feet away from this thing for an extended period, without some sort of noise barrier or enclosure. The good news is that it's not a high pitched, variable noise. It's more of a loud, constant droning. I'll try to measure the sound level at ~20 feet away and update you here. When I build a basic sound barrier I'll post the video update on my channel! Thanks for the question Joey.

@Joey75Mann

3 жыл бұрын

@@briantday First of all, Thanks for getting back with me timely and thanks for answering my questions. I do wonder if it wasn't in a shop echoing towards your home if that would make any noise difference. I'd it was sitting in a field the same distance from the home I'm sure it might be a bit quieter. All in all as long as you have power for what you need the noise is a small price to pay. Especially if you live in the hot humid south or the freezing cold north having electric is definitely worth the noise in those instances. Thanks again. I look forward to more videos.

@briantday

3 жыл бұрын

Likewise, thanks Joey. I'll bet you're right; the metal building probably creates somewhat of an "echo chamber." Unfortunately, for me, rolling it out and onto a level open area also means rolling it even closer to the house. Plus, I like having the metal bldg for shelter when it's raining. When I don't use it for many months I start to forget about the noise so it's not as urgent a project. After a day or two of running it for many hours though, I might just elevate that sound barrier project on the priority list! haha. :-)

@Joey75Mann

3 жыл бұрын

@@briantday I completely agree with you. I would much rather it be in the building than outside. I would do the same thing.

@AJ-qn6gd

3 жыл бұрын

If you run this in a power outage you will piss off your neighbours, not because of the noise but because you have power and they haven’t !

I installed a propane conversion to mine and attached it to my home 500 gallon propane tank but I have run it off of a 20 pound tank and it will run continuous for 24 to 28 hours but you do lose about 500 to 800 W of power Propane burns probably 90% cleaner which is less wear and tear on your engine which adds longevity to the life of the engine. Propane storage life is indefinite and so much safer than storing gasoline

@Soli_Deo_Gloria_.

3 жыл бұрын

At what store /website did you find the carb conversion kit and what is the part name / model number ? Researching... Thanks

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

⚠️Very important announcements to everyone about generator safety: Please don’t forget to follow the generator safety tips when you use your portable generator. This is just a reminder to make sure. All generator safety instructions need to be followed carefully whenever you use your portable generator. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2WetpV6fqi0pqw.html and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps. Keep in mind that it’s better to be safe than sorry 🙏

@johnadams3800

Жыл бұрын

Propane also has the lowest energy density of ask the fuels, and much less than gas, making it by far the most expensive to run for the equivalent amount of power output.

Get them while you can. Harbor Freight is phasing these out for a new fangled job with a CO sensor and auto stop. $1200. These are just over $700. I've been eyeballing these things for years, but when I saw the price of the new model, I RAN to HF and bought the second to last one they had. On an other note, HF now has a 9500 watt, ultra quiet inverter generator for $2000.

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

⚠️Very important announcements to everyone about generator safety: Please don’t forget to follow the generator safety tips when you use your portable generator. This is just a reminder to make sure. All generator safety instructions need to be followed carefully whenever you use your portable generator. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2WetpV6fqi0pqw.html and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps. Keep in mind that it’s better to be safe than sorry 🙏

@johnlong7504

Жыл бұрын

Guten Tag Heinz!

I just bought the 6500 with 8 gallon tank. Get around 16 hours before i need to refill. Plugged into a 30 amp rv.

@davidconroy1340

3 жыл бұрын

Harbor freight website shows the generator to be a 6 gallon. Just look up the 9000 watt generator and go down to properties.

@eternalbeing3339

3 жыл бұрын

@@davidconroy1340 you must be talking about the new generation predator inverter combo. Mine has the sku 63964, 63965 it listed 8 gallon capacity in the owners manual.

@davidconroy1340

3 жыл бұрын

@@eternalbeing3339 mine is 63968/63969 it's the standard generator not the inverter. It says up to 13 hours run time on top of the gas tank. I've always gotten better by using gas enhancer and mid grade.

@davidconroy1340

3 жыл бұрын

@@eternalbeing3339 crazy thing I just looked it up in the manual and it does say 8 gallons there. 6 gallons on the website

@davidconroy1340

3 жыл бұрын

@@eternalbeing3339 also I just noticed that on the manual front page it says model 63971.

I have a 4000 square foot house and most of the time the entire house is only pulling 2000-2500 watts (when the AC is off and water heater is not cycling on). Also, these big units can power a window AC unit no problem. They also can power a central AC of 1, 1.5, or possibly 2 tons, if you install a capacitor or hard start kit on the unit.

@briantday

Жыл бұрын

Good point of reference, thank you for sharing!

Its the same for my smaller 5kw firman generator it is advertise for 14 hours, i got 10 on the clock and the fuel tank is at 2/3..

Great info, Just got one. Do you have a water well pump? If yes, what is the house power? Thank you

@briantday

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, this powers my well pump and the pressure tank just fine. That's actually the main reason I bought it. The house has a 200 amp main service (is this what you were asking with the second question?).

@NELSONG12

3 жыл бұрын

@@briantday yes, thank you for reply. Happy New Year's

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

@@NELSONG12 ⚠️Very important announcements to everyone about generator safety: Please don’t forget to follow the generator safety tips when you use your portable generator. This is just a reminder to make sure. All generator safety instructions need to be followed carefully whenever you use your portable generator. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2WetpV6fqi0pqw.html and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps. Remember it’s better to be safe than sorry 🙏

What is your power consumption. The hour rating assumes 50% capacity

I have 4, 2 4550 watt 1 6500 and 1 9000. Super value.

Has anyone bought the warranty they try selling. Is it worth buying I was told they don't sell parts for the predator

You need to run the generator at 50% load and then do you fuel calculations. If I understand this data, you only ran the generator but did not load it. Is that correct?

@briantday

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Thomas, thanks for the note. No, these calculations were done after "regular" household loads, over an extended period of time. I'm guessing (based on a few other comments) that the generator was loaded ~50%, otherwise I wouldn't have seen such impressive fuel consumption results. If I had it loaded ~80%-90% I'm guessing I would've seen closer to the advertised 13 hours of run time. I saw much more than that. I was running everything my family typically runs to prepare meals, space heaters, lights, garage, etc. etc. Hope this helps. :-)

No issues with computers ? big screen ? circuit boards in ovens ? fridge ? otherwise . The only thing that concerns me about these older type gens is the sign wave. You haven't had any problems with electronics malfunctioning after running on the gen ?

I know a guy using one of these to power an old house while his new house is being built. He has it running almost none stop for about three months now. I keep waiting for it to throw a rod but it’s still going.

@briantday

Жыл бұрын

Ha! Good to know - and I thought I was pushing it when going ~15 hrs in some intervals. Yes, it's quite a racket but hasn't let me down now, after over 4 years!

What would you say the load was on the generator during the test? I'm unfamiliar if the predator has a usage meter

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

⚠️Very important announcements to everyone about generator safety: Please don’t forget to follow the generator safety tips when you use your portable generator. This is just a reminder to make sure. All generator safety instructions need to be followed carefully whenever you use your portable generator. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2WetpV6fqi0pqw.html and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps. Remember it’s better to be safe than sorry 🙏

Don’t mind me asking. How many watts are u running total with everything you have hooked up. Asking my house is only 950 sq ft. 2/1 with a 2 ton HVAC system all electric. Do u think the predator can run everything with no issue?

@Max_n_ruby

3 жыл бұрын

No you would need a large natural gas generator to run a house with central ac

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

⚠️Very important announcements to everyone about generator safety: Please don’t forget to follow the generator safety tips when you use your portable generator. This is just a reminder to make sure. All generator safety instructions need to be followed carefully whenever you use your portable generator. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2WetpV6fqi0pqw.html and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps. Keep in mind that it’s better to be safe than sorry 🙏

Just bought one myself and i realized the manual suggests no E85 gas. Are you running normal Gas Station pump gas or the the gas the maker recommends?

@respibob

3 жыл бұрын

I literally just got this exact generator yesterday. I got recreational fuel which is rated 91. It is a little more expensive but has virtually no ethanol.

@darter340

3 жыл бұрын

E85 is 85% ethanol and 15% gasoline. Normal pump gas is only up to 10% ethanol and 90% gasoline in some areas. Cant run the E85 on the engine because it will eat all the rubber fuel lines snd gaskets up because of such high ethanol content. Now, if you switched all the rubber out..... maybe it could run on E85, but that's a different story.

@normrod4285

3 жыл бұрын

@@darter340 thanks Todd I appreciate the response. I looked that up the day I posted and was relieved that I didn't have to buy some type of special gas. I meant to take this post down but ended up forgetting. But since we're here I'm assuming that normal gas pump is ok?

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

⚠️Very important announcements to everyone about generator safety: Please don’t forget to follow the generator safety tips when you use your portable generator. This is just a reminder to make sure. All generator safety instructions need to be followed carefully whenever you use your portable generator. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2WetpV6fqi0pqw.html and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps. Keep in mind that it’s better to be safe than sorry 🙏

@briantday

Жыл бұрын

Yes, as Todd pointed out, I use regular low octane pump gas which, around here, is 87 I believe. I do treat it with Startron and throw in a little shot of Techron concentrate, for good measure. :-) It has always started, and I haven't had any fuel-related issues.

Bought mine in Dec. ran it consistently since then up till a week ago. And it died! Had to have it replaced. Motor worked but stopped giving electricity. Harbor freight did me a solid and replaced it!

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

⚠️Very important announcements to everyone about generator safety: Please don’t forget to follow the generator safety tips when you use your portable generator. This is just a reminder to make sure. All generator safety instructions need to be followed carefully whenever you use your portable generator. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2WetpV6fqi0pqw.html and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps. Remember it’s better to be safe than sorry 🙏

Hate to burst your bubble but harbor freight website shows the 9000 predator under properties is a six gallon gas tank not eight gallon. Just got the generator a couple days ago

thanks

How many hours between oil changes?

@briantday

3 жыл бұрын

The manual calls for oil changes every 20 hours and I try to stick pretty close to that. I'm doing a video now on easy oil changes, and other basic maintenance items I do regularly. Stay tuned! :-)

i have the same one I could not get it to turn my heater on, and i turner off a whole lot of circuit breakers

@zardoz2627

3 жыл бұрын

Some things require more wattage to get them started than to actually run. A hard start boost capacitor may be needed to get them to work or a bigger generator is required

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

⚠️Very important announcements to everyone about generator safety: Please don’t forget to follow the generator safety tips when you use your portable generator. This is just a reminder to make sure. All generator safety instructions need to be followed carefully whenever you use your portable generator. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2WetpV6fqi0pqw.html and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps. Keep in mind that it’s better to be safe than sorry 🙏

Do you know what the %thd for the output is?

@frankplancarte

3 жыл бұрын

I just bought this but I'm worried about damaging electronics. Haven't used it

@briantday

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry, I don't know. To the comment about sensitive electronics, I was concerned about this but haven't had any issues. I have my LG OLED TV on a surge protector power strip but that's about it. My fridge and other electronic items are on the generator directly, and I haven't had any control board, etc. issues (yet)...

What brand? Of oil do you use in it

@briantday

Жыл бұрын

I just use Mobil 1 full synthetic but, I imagine, any quality brand motor oil will work just fine.

Use fuel stabilizer if your leaving the gasoline in the unit for extended periods of time,,keeps it from going bad and gunking the carburetor

@treadhead

6 ай бұрын

TURN OFF THE FUEL LEVER WHILE RUNNING BEFORE TURNING THE. GEN. OFF .

13 hours are based on 50 % load

Are these generators safe for sensitive electronics?

@Pk3_Garage

2 жыл бұрын

Yes and no. The manual says not for sensative electronics. We have this same generator, with over 78 hrs. on it, running our entire house. I installed a Tri-fuel kit to run it off of our homes natural gas. Haven't had any issues with sensative electronics. (flat screen TV's, satellite dish receiver's, cellphones, stereo, frig/freezer, tankless water heater, washer/dryer, internet router, security camera's, central AC, laptops, etc. We do have a 10 and 6 circuit manual transfer switch and use surge protected power strips. I've seen the watts and frequency for our generator and it's not bad at all under load. You have to adjust the idle screw, to be around 63 hertz w/o any load. (Use a wattage usage meter, on one of the 120V outlets, on the generator) Once under load, check the hertz and volts to make sure its between 60 and 62 hertz and 115 to 122 volts. Continue adjusting until you find that sweet spot. (This is what I did)

Thumbs up.

@briantday

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

trying to decide between this and the champion 9000 models

@Pottles2965

3 жыл бұрын

We looked at the Champion and the Harbor freight was a lot cheaper to buy. To me it's not an everyday thing, just for emergencies and that's what drove my decision to go with the Harbor freight 9000

@donnyaldridge6452

3 жыл бұрын

@@Pottles2965 I bought the Champion so far its been real good..Just like u said for power outages is all I use it for.

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

⚠️Very important announcements to everyone about generator safety: Please don’t forget to follow the generator safety tips when you use your portable generator. This is just a reminder to make sure. All generator safety instructions need to be followed carefully whenever you use your portable generator. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2WetpV6fqi0pqw.html and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps. Keep in mind that it’s better to be safe than sorry 🙏

For those that need better clarity as to the run time. This generator is rated at 13 hrs., per tank full, at a continuous load of 3625 watts.

What about the gas guzzla part

@briantday

3 жыл бұрын

Quite the opposite actually. I was blown away by how little fuel this thing takes, after measuring for some time. I've been really happy. Not a gas guzzler at all! :-)

Wondering if anybody is using sensitive electrical device's like tv's and computer's with no issues. TY

@briantday

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment - yes, I use a OLED TV, wifi router, fridge w/ full "smart" electronics, etc. and they all work fine. I do have the OLED TV protected with a surge protector, but not the others.

Can I run two of these in parallel?

@Pk3_Garage

2 жыл бұрын

No.

Where can you get repaired if necessary?

@jaybdvm

Жыл бұрын

I have been looking for this info for a while. Don't seem to be any authorized repair centers. You have to find a business that repairs small engines and generators, and hope they can find parts. Some same as Honda, some not..... Northern Tool - the one in Fort Myers Florida, - does repairs on generators.. I believe others do as well.

normally, the 13 hours run time its full load. did you run it full load?

@Shawn-rq4py

3 жыл бұрын

It’s advertised on HF website as 13 hrs @ 50%. So he’s way above what’s advertised

@briantday

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, exactly, they rate that at 50% load. I'll add up the running load of all my appliances and household electrical items. Most are not constant though (e.g. microwave, toaster oven are high wattage but only run for a few minutes when making meals, etc.), so I have a hunch that's why I'm getting such good "mileage." :-)

You’re able to run a tankless water heater? How man KW?

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

⚠️Very important announcements to everyone about generator safety: Please don’t forget to follow the generator safety tips when you use your portable generator. This is just a reminder to make sure. All generator safety instructions need to be followed carefully whenever you use your portable generator. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2WetpV6fqi0pqw.html and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps. Keep in mind that it’s better to be safe than sorry 🙏

Are you having any oil consumption issues?

@briantday

3 жыл бұрын

No, none at all. I check the oil level before starting the generator, every time, and the oil is right at the perfect level. Are you seeing oil consumption of a significant amount?

@jameskarl8908

3 жыл бұрын

@@briantday At first I thought I was, but I’m not, but I only have a few hours on mine.. Something I found and I highly recommend is replacing the oil cap/dipstick with a metal one with a magnet on it. That engine doesn’t have an oil filter and I get a lot of metal “dust” on it. A lot is due to it being a new engine, but still having it float around in there isn’t good. I think for $20 it’ll really help extend it’s life. If you’re interested you can easily find them on eBay, and I can post a link if you’d like. Just thought I’d share my experience. Great video by the way!!

@briantday

Жыл бұрын

@@jameskarl8908 That's a great idea - yes, please do share! Thanks again.

Do you have to ground it??

@Pk3_Garage

2 жыл бұрын

Per the instructions, yes.

Hows the reliability on these?

@briantday

Жыл бұрын

So far, so good. It has served me well through 4 winters, and 4 California fire seasons. The only issue I had was the rocker switch (on/off/start) failed which sounds somewhat common. I replaced it w/ a cheap eBay unit and it has been fine ever since. I could have just pull started it, so wasn't totally out of commission. Otherwise, it has been great!

When they changed the valve train to rocker arms from tappet they really messed up .

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

⚠️Very important announcements to everyone about generator safety: Please don’t forget to follow the generator safety tips when you use your portable generator. This is just a reminder to make sure. All generator safety instructions need to be followed carefully whenever you use your portable generator. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2WetpV6fqi0pqw.html and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps. Remember it’s better to be safe than sorry 🙏

I'm wanting to run my 200 amp welder. Runs on plug in 110v and 220. Most amps I put my machine on are 100. Planning on buying this tomorrow to start up my weld business. what do you think?

@victorquezadasr1390

3 жыл бұрын

I bought one for my mobile welder bussiness and it went out 3 times less then a month now they don't want to exchange it!! I have no output power someone help me fix it

@josephdominic919

3 жыл бұрын

@@victorquezadasr1390 what machine are you running?

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

⚠️Very important announcements to everyone about generator safety: Please don’t forget to follow the generator safety tips when you use your portable generator. This is just a reminder to make sure. All generator safety instructions need to be followed carefully whenever you use your portable generator. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2WetpV6fqi0pqw.html and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps. Keep in mind that it’s better to be safe than sorry 🙏

Inconclusive, what load are you actually throwing on there. More load more gas consumption

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

⚠️Very important announcements to everyone about generator safety: Please don’t forget to follow the generator safety tips when you use your portable generator. This is just a reminder to make sure. All generator safety instructions need to be followed carefully whenever you use your portable generator. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2WetpV6fqi0pqw.html and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps. Keep in mind that it’s better to be safe than sorry 🙏

@briantday

Жыл бұрын

Yes, good point. My primary take aways was that I don't have to actively "manage" loads, and that my family of four operates everything we need, without even noticing that we're on generator (other than the stove), without having to worry about fuel consumption. I was very happy with that, as I thought I'd be refilling the tank much more frequently.

What grade of fuel was used?

@PeterLawton

Жыл бұрын

That's a very good question. Premium gas has more energy per gallon, and often (always???) is ethanol-free (so gas won't absorb water from the air, sink in the tank, and rust it out).

@briantday

Жыл бұрын

I've used regular low octane pump gas (87 here) and it has been just fine, after 4 years now. I do treat it with Startron for longer term storage (~3-4 months at a time), and also give it a shot of Techron concentrate for good measure. ;-) I do not use higher octane though as, I believe, it still has the same amount of Ethanol in it, and I don't hear this motor pinging (higher octane resists pre-detonation better), so haven't had the need. I'm not positive about the Ethanol comment though, I might be wrong about that, or it's a California thing (Ethanol same level in all octane grades)...

You watch any TV 📺?

I'm guessing you are running way under the 50%load that the 13 hour runtime is based on.

@briantday

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, possibly. I run everything I need/want to (don't feel like I need to "manage" the load), but my total load (for an extended period of time) might not be substatial. I do hear the motor fluctuate under load, especially when I add the toaster oven and/or microwave. But I've never heard the generator struggle either. I just didn't want to have to carefully shut certain things off, before turning others on. I'm happy that I don't have to think about it!

Are you sure you weren't counting the nighttime hours when you didn't run it? I'm joking but that doesn't seem possible to get that many hours on 8g. I only got 12 hours using only 2500 watts most of the time

@briantday

Жыл бұрын

Ha - yes, positive about that, but others have pointed out that my total load is probably ~1/2 the rated capacity, which is probably true (LED lights, use the fireplace for heat, etc.). Thanks for the comment!

I have this generator and I’m running just over 50% load and I can only get 4.5 hours run time

@briantday

Жыл бұрын

That's good to know - thank you for sharing!

I’m sure you’ve watched other videos of guys building nice enclosures, adding foam, ventilation.

Convert it to propane if it's carbureted! My old Honda gen is and it's MUCH more cost effective. You can find DIY kits for small engines all over the internet

Had mine 3mos already blowed a piston. Tried to get parts all the dealers say good luck...never again

@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast

2 жыл бұрын

⚠️Very important announcements to everyone about generator safety: Please don’t forget to follow the generator safety tips when you use your portable generator. This is just a reminder to make sure. All generator safety instructions need to be followed carefully whenever you use your portable generator. 1) KEEPING OTHERS SAFE: Please do not allow an unqualified person or your children to operate and service the portable generator. Just because some manuals don’t say that doesn’t mean it’s safe. That is important against the generator safety rules. We also need to be keeping an eye on our children too. You need to make sure that your children are not playing near the portable generator especially when it’s running so they won’t get electrocuted. Generators pose electrical risks and they can be hot during an operation. Please keep your children away from the portable generator at all times. It is important to keep our children safe especially our little ones. Be aware of all the hazards. 2) WHERE TO RUN YOUR GENERATOR: Some people use their portable generators indoors which increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s important to have a carbon monoxide if you have a gas generator. Never ever use your generator indoors even if your doors and windows are open and even in the garage is not safe to use a portable generator. Not even at your porch and your deck. It is never safe to use your generator indoors and in enclosed areas of your home. Your generator needs to be 15-20 feet away from your house. 3)🔥FIRE HAZARDS: Never refuel your generator while it’s running. You need to let your generator cool off before refueling it and before storing your generator. Never overload your generator too. Never ever back feed your generator. You should never plug your generator into a wall outlet. Also never store propane tanks indoors. Please keep flammable things away from the generator as well and please don’t smoke cigarettes near the generator. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the generator safety rules. 4) GENERATOR OPERATION: make sure your hands are dry before touching the generator. Never use your generator in wet conditions. Don’t let your generator get wet. You need a generator tent if you need to use your generator during wet weather. Please don’t wear loose clothes when operating the generator. Turn on your generator before plugging in appliances. Use the right cord for your generator. Please do not use worn out cords. kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2WetpV6fqi0pqw.html and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators Hope this helps. Keep in mind that it’s better to be safe than sorry 🙏

Generator runtime is rated at 50% load. With no heat pump, oven, etc. Your probably no getting anywhere near 50% load which explains your extended runtime.

@briantday

Жыл бұрын

Yes, good point - thank you for the comment!