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I need to find a good, reliable generator for my business that would make me 100% mobile. I bought a $90 750 watt peak 1400watt converter to power my Metro Vac N Blo but only lasted about 5 min. then shut off on me and had to wait 10 min for 2min of power etc. So I NEED something bigger and better. Do anything of these look like they would do the job. Or if a mobile detailer has any ideas I am very open to them. Thanks....

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Add up the start-up amps of any motors that need to run at the same time (i.e. power washer and tank supply water pump) and then multiply this by the voltage used (115) this will give you the watts output you require from a generator. A good rule of thumb is to choose a generator that supplies more power than you actually need.
In these days of advanced fuel-injection systems it's a surprise to come across a choke. This is activated by turning the ignition switch one notch further to add extra fuel to the mix to aid start-up. You have to remember to switch it back once the engine is running.
There's also an Ecothrottle setting, which runs the generator only as fast as the electrical load demands in order to reduce fuel consumption and prolong engine life

Honda Generator EU3000iS


Specifications
• Engine - Honda GX200
• Displacement - 196cc
• Convenient electric start
• AC Output - 120V 3000W max. (25A) 2800W rated (23.3A)
• Receptacles - 20A 125V Duplex, 30A 125V Locking Plug
• DC Output - 12V, 144W (12A)
• Starting System Recoil, electric
• Fuel Tank Capacity - 3.4 gal’s gasoline.
• Run Time (Full Tan) - 7.2 hrs. @ rated load, 20 hrs. @ 1/4 load
• Dimensions (L x W x H) - 26" x 19" x 22"
• Dry Weight - 134 lbs.
• Noise Level- 58 dB @ rated load 49 dB @ 1/4 load
• Warranty - 3 Years
• MSRP $2,330 (10/2011)
 
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Generator
Add up the start-up amps of any motors that need to run at the same time (i.e. power washer and tank supply water pump) and then multiply this by the voltage used (115) this will give you the watts output you require from a generator. A good rule of thumb is to choose a generator that supplies more power than you actually need.
In these days of advanced fuel-injection systems it's a surprise to come across a choke. This is activated by turning the ignition switch one notch further to add extra fuel to the mix to aid start-up. You have to remember to switch it back once the engine is running.
There's also an Ecothrottle setting, which runs the generator only as fast as the electrical load demands in order to reduce fuel consumption and prolong engine life

Honda Generator EU3000iS


Specifications
• Engine - Honda GX200
• Displacement - 196cc
• Convenient electric start
• AC Output - 120V 3000W max. (25A) 2800W rated (23.3A)
• Receptacles - 20A 125V Duplex, 30A 125V Locking Plug
• DC Output - 12V, 144W (12A)
• Starting System Recoil, electric
• Fuel Tank Capacity - 3.4 gal’s gasoline.
• Run Time (Full Tan) - 7.2 hrs. @ rated load, 20 hrs. @ 1/4 load
• Dimensions (L x W x H) - 26" x 19" x 22"
• Dry Weight - 134 lbs.
• Noise Level- 58 dB @ rated load 49 dB @ 1/4 load
• Warranty - 3 Years
• MSRP $2,330 (10/2011)
thats perfect thank you for your help.
 
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