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fter filling with 10w-30 oil, through a small funnel using about the 350 cc per the instructions, I filled the tank with about half a gallon of 89 octane ethanol free gas. There is a tall filter in the fuel opening. I switched the machine to ON, fuel valve ON, fuel cap OPEN, primed 6 times with the choke off, put the choke on and pulled. The first pull it started (I was surprised) but before I could turn the choke off, it quit, so once I turned it to RUN it started and held at the second pull. As far as hot starting, if you turn it off and then try immediately to start it, you don't need the choke. After a few minutes, you have to start it like a cold start with priming and choke. Later I tried to start and it took maybe 5 or 6 pulls, and later still about 3 or 4. On those lukewarm starts, it seemed to like to need priming, 3 pulls with the choke on, and then choke turned to RUN to start.
Overall, this generator does what I intended. I wanted one that was lightweight that I could toss into the car for small day outings. I have a larger, heavier, brand name inverter generator that I can't do this with. This generator fits the bill. It's light, fits into the trunk, runs a Traeger grill, dish tailgater and LED tv, battery charger, and phone chargers without issue. It's a touch louder than it's brand name counterparts, but still very acceptably quiet.It has one outlet. I wish it had two, but I carry a power strip with it so I'm able to overcome that without much trouble. It seals up very nice and doesn't smell like gas if you "close" the vent on the cap before storing. That's nice when it's in the trunk of the car. It's very nice that it comes with the 12 volt charging cable and screwdriver that you definitely need.
The oil fill. It's annoying. You have to pull 4 screws and remove the side panel to check/fill the oil. It isn't difficult, it's just cumbersome to do every time you want to check the oil. You also do not want to overflow the oil. I learned the hard way that if you spill oil below the fill spout, you can't get it out. It is extremely difficult to get in there to clean the spilled oil. Prior to clean up, it runs out the bottom and makes a mess wherever you have the generator sitting. I was eventually able to clean it and will not repeat the mistake.Startup is easy. So far, I've never pulled the rope more than once. Once running, it does seem to run all afternoon without needing fuel. I've been very pleased to not need to refuel it during a BBQ or afternoon outing. I haven't run it a full day as I'm sure it would need a refueling over more than just an afternoon.
Product Description
The new Earthquake IG800W model 11613 800 watt inverter generator provides fuel efficient and quiet power for recreational and household needs. The IG800W packs many features into a strong but lightweight design. The quality of the electrical output produced by this unit ensures that you can safely power sensitive electronics. Lightweight and tough At a dry unit weight of 18.5 pounds this generator is 25 percent lighter than similar wattage generators. The small, lightweight IG800W is perfect for taking with you to those remote places where larger power sources would be cumbersome. A convenient carrying handle and impact resistant shell made from talc filled polypropylene stand up to back-country abuse.
Product Details
Overall, this generator does what I intended. I wanted one that was lightweight that I could toss into the car for small day outings. I have a larger, heavier, brand name inverter generator that I can't do this with. This generator fits the bill. It's light, fits into the trunk, runs a Traeger grill, dish tailgater and LED tv, battery charger, and phone chargers without issue. It's a touch louder than it's brand name counterparts, but still very acceptably quiet.It has one outlet. I wish it had two, but I carry a power strip with it so I'm able to overcome that without much trouble. It seals up very nice and doesn't smell like gas if you "close" the vent on the cap before storing. That's nice when it's in the trunk of the car. It's very nice that it comes with the 12 volt charging cable and screwdriver that you definitely need.
The oil fill. It's annoying. You have to pull 4 screws and remove the side panel to check/fill the oil. It isn't difficult, it's just cumbersome to do every time you want to check the oil. You also do not want to overflow the oil. I learned the hard way that if you spill oil below the fill spout, you can't get it out. It is extremely difficult to get in there to clean the spilled oil. Prior to clean up, it runs out the bottom and makes a mess wherever you have the generator sitting. I was eventually able to clean it and will not repeat the mistake.Startup is easy. So far, I've never pulled the rope more than once. Once running, it does seem to run all afternoon without needing fuel. I've been very pleased to not need to refuel it during a BBQ or afternoon outing. I haven't run it a full day as I'm sure it would need a refueling over more than just an afternoon.
Product Description
The new Earthquake IG800W model 11613 800 watt inverter generator provides fuel efficient and quiet power for recreational and household needs. The IG800W packs many features into a strong but lightweight design. The quality of the electrical output produced by this unit ensures that you can safely power sensitive electronics. Lightweight and tough At a dry unit weight of 18.5 pounds this generator is 25 percent lighter than similar wattage generators. The small, lightweight IG800W is perfect for taking with you to those remote places where larger power sources would be cumbersome. A convenient carrying handle and impact resistant shell made from talc filled polypropylene stand up to back-country abuse.
Product Details
- The fuel efficient IG800W runs for hours without needing a refill, at 14 hours per gallon
- Lightweight and easily portable, at only 21 pounds
- Quiet operation with noise suppressing housing
- Overload protection with instant reset circuit breaker
- You can plug in your cell phone, your electronic tablet, or even your laptop without being concerned about damage to vital internal components
