Would a Honda 2000 Watt generator be able to power this machine?
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Hi, as long as a generator can put out the 110-120 V and be careful about spikes, yes a generator will run anything. This is common when caterers have machines set up at parties and such they use generators. Spag's Espresso
313962
Reading the answer below about the 15/20 amp switchable modes, yes a 2000 watt generator would be fine in 15 amp mode. 15 amps at 120 volts is 1800 watts so in 15 amp mode, it would be fine. The power consumption shown on the sticker is 2200 watts, so you could not use a 2000 watt generator to power it in 20 amp mode.
2025777
Yah I don't see why it wouldn't work. As long as the generator is providing enough energy for everything attached
1631114
Yes, you should be able to run a couple of laptops and some lighting. Double check by looking at the generator's wattage output and the watts used by your devices.
914630
Yes u can,but u must have a sufficient 110 power supply. enough to cary enough amperage to the machine. u have to be able to pull at least 25 or 30 amp thru your power supply. Standard 110 supply usually will not.
1120242
I used a regular outlet on a 20 amp braker and it worked fine, didn't trip once. I don't know about using a generator but I think that would work also
2256687
If it has a spark plug it should work just fine. I purchased this specifically for my 6500 Watt generator and it works perfect and was easy to install. (You just wrap the signal wire around the spark plug wire and secure it with a tie wrap)
491608
Horsepower can be converted into watts by remembering 1 HP = 746.70 watts. Doing the math, 3250/746.7 = 4.35 HP. But remember, there is inrush current on a motor, the normal extra current it takes to get a motor started. I'd say the best you can probably truly expect this generator to handle is maybe a 3 HP motor. Hope that helps. Ron
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Huh, try this model Powermate PM0497000.04 Powermate PM0497000.04 8,750 Watt 389cc 13HP Honda GX390 Gas Powered Portable Generator My experience with lawn mowers with Honda motors is they start every first pull & run forever. But this is an electric start generator, I don't use it weekly, maybe 2 - 3 times a year. If I start it monthly, I'll know if it works or not & fix it.
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The generator can produce 17500 watts but... there is no single outlet that can output 17500 watts Here is a summary of the issue: http://www.dslreports.com/forum/r27334996-Generac-GP17500E-Generator And realistically there is no feasible residential portable generator solution for using a cable (temporary connection) for more than 50 amp/12kw; above 50amp I would focus on a standby genset (i.e. hardwired transfer switch to home load center). I wrote this about the challenges of going over 50 amp for residential portable generator : http://www.diychatroom.com/f18/clarification-cam-lock-usage-private-residential-applications-170121 "enough to power a house" that depends on your home's load and there are plenty of load calculations on internet that can help you estimate (or an electrician tell you OR if you want to know for sure and be able to track and monitor then install a TED - "The Energy Detective" into you main breaker panel). You need to do is determine what are your emergency circuits needs (i.e. the musts for emergency power), e.g. my emergency circuits are a 5-ton heat-pump (AC/heat-pump unit & fan but not heating coils), electric water heater, water pump, etc. - for me non-emergency would dryer & electric cooking range & oven. The big heavy hitters you need to look-out for are typically HVAC system (if the heating is non-electric then good chances you will not have any over-load issues) and water heater. Given there is no single output greater than 50 amp and given the location of the 50 amp outlet (i.e. 14-50r) on the GP17500E model - if I had to do all over again then I would go with the GP15000E model instead.
525258
The specs for input are 230v and 60amps. Your.generator's breaker will trip before you get any serious welding done.
815876
Its possible, but definitely not ideal. You can use any panel with a generator depending on the wiring configuration, but this one would be a waste of money if you're not combining it with a Generac generator.
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Yes, as long as your amperage is correct. So the 2000 W version will run 8 amps.
296717
I can't say, as I have no knowledge of the Honda generator. Originally, I too was interested in a Honda, but I found the price too much for my budget.
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Yes, with a very slight reduction to total output. They make a 2" input and output, however. Go to the 2 HP model, you'll need 240 Volt power, and that is cheaper to run. By Maynard, Lake Wildwood, CA
989924
The generator puts out approximately 16.7 amps, so it should work with that device.
1672717
If the 15 amp device is something big to start, It will not. I cant use my 15 amp compressor (Ridgid) using this 3500 W Champion Generator.
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The wattage of this machine is 400. You should have a generator that powers at least that wattage, preferably a little bigger. Then it just depends on whether or not you are running other things on that generator at the same time.