This video does make it sound louder than it actually is. I just serviced mine and replaced the spark plug with a Bosch Double Iridium. It makes a difference, much smoother idle and easier starting. Love this little Generator, great vid !
Yes it does. Did the best I could with a cellphone. And good to know. I'll need to give that a try and see if it does the same for me. And thank you. It's appreciated!
I just picked one of these up at Walmart for $99. That makes a total of 5 generators that I own, I'm kind of addicted. No other machine gives me peace of mind like generators do. Who cares if the neighbors do complain? If the power is out I'm running a gen 24/7 until power is restored. If they're lucky I'll run one of my smaller and quieter units at night.
The extra benefit of this generator compared to the harbor freight generator is the 12v dc stator. In a backup or emergency situation two deep cycle or golf cart batteries can be charged up, while powering 120ac devices. 14.6v under a 8amp load .
Do you think this would run a portable ac or would it be too much of a load and burn up the generator? I'm building a camper out of an enclosed 6x10 trailer and it would only be running the ac. Lights I'm gonna hook up to a deep cycle battery with solar trickle charger
Honestly it depends on how big the unit is. The surge wattage shouldn't exceed 1200. We need to know the surge amps of the compressor and what the running watts are. Watts = Amps x Voltage If you give me the model number I'll let you know if it can run it safely without damaging either the unit or generator.
@@stevensteiner2392 still debating on what ac unit I want to use. Portable uses around 1100 watts and smaller window units use around 500-900 watts. I'll just have to make a decision on if I want to cut a hole in the wall or just take up scarce floor space
If you never max t out it should be all right. Just be mindful that it is a two-stroke generators it runs louder than inverter generators. Hope this helps
Could adding an exhaust extension make it quieter? Guess a box could be made for it as well that could isolate the sound better but then you might have over heating issues
You know I've thought about that and I'm not sure. Might need to try it. My biggest gripe with it is the noise levels. I've thought about building a box as well but the same thing came to mind and I don't really want to store a box with my limited space.
Thanks for the video I invested in one and the return on my product has been tenfold thank you sir my meth lab operation is kicking off and running at full speed
@@stevensteiner2392 a good manufacturer? In my business we treat our customers with kindness health and dignity sir unlike you , my family's business makes the product of the older days when times were simpler like a good old apple pie grandma made back in 1979 my product will satisfy your hunger Soul passion indignity that you have lost sir
I bought a 3500 pulsar during the recent Texas Blizzard for my camper. Im looking at one of these to power lights and maybe a water pump on my dock. I can put it in a box to keep noise down and then I dont have to load up any of my bigger gens.
If you are unsure on how to do the mixture yourself it is possible to get it premixed. www.lowes.com/pd/TRUFUEL-50-1-110-oz-Pre-Blended-2-Cycle-Fuel/1001840698
@@chrisdidit1445 I posted a link on your other comment on where you can get it from at Lowe's. Home Depot also carries it as well as pretty much any other hardware shop If you mix it yourself I usually use the 89 regular pump gas with any two-stroke oil As long as you get it at a 50:1 ratio it should work just fine in the generator
I got mines on July 28th. If this year and the same day I got it the power went out the little guy work well for me Not to loud and has power for what I need it for.
Ha perfect timing. Good thing you had it around. Right now the tropical storm is headed this way so it is most definitely peace of mind to have close by
the thing with lights is sometimes they can run on really dirty lower voltages. You may have had them running "just fine" but they probably were not running to full spec. lol
My new one says 30:1 now and talked to them. They said before they said 50:1 for epa reasons but now they passed epa with 30:1 and recommended i use 30:1. I do have the SA model and not sure if its different.
For engine life use the 30:1 in any generator this size. The piston might get damaged but with this ratio probably you will only need a spark plug change
Lights and charging devices. it could power a fridge if you just plug it into the fridge itself. I bought this to run long hours so I only need to use my big one a few times a day to power my well pump, fridges and water heater. Will save a ton on gas money. It will also be nice for camping and using power tools around the homestead.
It is neither. Those terms only apply to inverters or inverter generators. A conventional generator produces a sinusoidal wave with about 10%-20% THD (Total Harmonic Distortion). Most things will run fine on that but some electronics can be a bit fussy. Inverter generators usually have a THD of less than 5%.
I'd think so, yes. An Xbox One should only draw around 200 watts max and a TV should be 100 watts or less. In theory you could run three of each at the same time. The only problem might be the power quality. I'm sure a cheap generator like this puts out really messy power and could potentially harm sensitive electronics.
@@stevensteiner2392 I just plug it my internet and computer cause I work from home that's it but it keeps shutting off and then I start to see oil on the ground
Opened up a brand new one 7-27-22. Plugged in a 2hp 120v 14.5 air compressor. The thing would not turn on. I tried twice. Hope I didn't fry something in the compressor.
This generator is supposed to provide 1200W starting power and 900W continuous power. 2 HP is just under 1500W which is WAY to high for a generator like this. Not to mention the power required to start the compressor may be 2-3X higher than the running wattage! I can't say if the compressor is damaged without seeing it but, hopefully the generator's circuit breaker tripped. Definitely try the compressor on a different AC source. Compressors, pumps, and anything with big motors can be tricky to run on small generators. If you are buying a generator intended to run these types of loads it is best to oversize, look for units with a high starting wattage.
Mine failed in under 40 hours of use. Less than one year old. The pulling coil broke. About 30 pulls. Going to scrapyard, not putting any more money into it.
I own two of these things but I paid less than $100 for them. They're not worth any more than that. They're throw-away Chinese junk. Good for a short emergency use but if you need something to run reliably for days or longer I'd definitely get something bigger and 4-stroke.
These are good generators the problem is a lot of people don't know how to keep them running and they are actually super cheap to fix and very reliable
This one in the video clearly shows 50:1 on the fuel mixture. I have the same one but it says 30:1. Shut down after 30 minutes. Spark plug was fouled. Now it won't start at all. I am regretting this NON RETURNABLE purchase.
@@waynemiller6070 Clean the spark plug or replace, drain the fuel tank & try a 32oz can of 40:1 trufuel, this is what I've used on mine with 0 problems.
@@SamsungGalaxy-ls8ys right there with you. That's exactly what I was going to do. It's hard to drain the tank though. Taking the hose off of the carburetor is only a dribble. I've tried running an air hose to the filler hole but it starts misting gas vapors even with a rag wrapped around it. Thinking I may end up just tipping the darn thing over.
Just bought one at oreilly auto parts for 260 for hurricane ian looks like they price gauge the shit out of me there selling for 100 gona have to report them
@@stevensteiner2392 ya they sit at $200 now everywhere. The 99 dollar days are sadly gone... I hope they go down soon tho. I just got one at the dump with a blown coil. I put 8 bucks in it and some fresh gas and oil and runs like brand new!
@@stevensteiner2392 that's true! I've had to learn as a kid because I grew up with not a lot of money so in order to have the things I want I had to find them and fix them and as a adult I still do it. And now run my own Junk Removal business and sell stuff sometimes too. I guess some things never change 😂
@@stevensteiner2392 can it run the smallest AC unit like if the peak is 1200 but the max is 900 I rather for you to tell me what would be a good size AC to run on this generator what would you recommend that will run continuously
@@Franksinatra96 So after looking into it some so long as the BTU rating of the window unit is between 5000 and 8000 you should be good. Anything more than that would not be advised.
This video does make it sound louder than it actually is. I just serviced mine and replaced the spark plug with a Bosch Double Iridium. It makes a difference, much smoother idle and easier starting. Love this little Generator, great vid !
Yes it does. Did the best I could with a cellphone. And good to know. I'll need to give that a try and see if it does the same for me.
And thank you. It's appreciated!
Can't get mine to start
I just picked one of these up at Walmart for $99. That makes a total of 5 generators that I own, I'm kind of addicted. No other machine gives me peace of mind like generators do.
Who cares if the neighbors do complain? If the power is out I'm running a gen 24/7 until power is restored. If they're lucky I'll run one of my smaller and quieter units at night.
For $99 that's a steal...
Excellent Generator. (Minus the plastic pull-start assembly.)
Ordered one. Thank you for posting this
Awesome! Hope it works out well for you. I know I love mine.
@@stevensteiner2392 I believe it will😊
The extra benefit of this generator compared to the harbor freight generator is the 12v dc stator. In a backup or emergency situation two deep cycle or golf cart batteries can be charged up, while powering 120ac devices. 14.6v under a 8amp load .
Do you think this would run a portable ac or would it be too much of a load and burn up the generator? I'm building a camper out of an enclosed 6x10 trailer and it would only be running the ac. Lights I'm gonna hook up to a deep cycle battery with solar trickle charger
Honestly it depends on how big the unit is. The surge wattage shouldn't exceed 1200.
We need to know the surge amps of the compressor and what the running watts are.
Watts = Amps x Voltage
If you give me the model number I'll let you know if it can run it safely without damaging either the unit or generator.
@@stevensteiner2392 still debating on what ac unit I want to use. Portable uses around 1100 watts and smaller window units use around 500-900 watts. I'll just have to make a decision on if I want to cut a hole in the wall or just take up scarce floor space
@@doubled69899 If the running is above 900 I would personal get a bigger generator to comfortably run it
Other than that I would trust it
can you use for a 1000w DJ speaker to play music during games?
If the speakers are constantly pulling 1000w then I would not recommend it
It can handle peak loads of 1200w but is only rated for a constant 900w
@@stevensteiner2392 okay i see...i'm not maxing out the 1 speaker full volume and it's off/on "when song starts, then new song begins"
If you never max t out it should be all right. Just be mindful that it is a two-stroke generators it runs louder than inverter generators.
Hope this helps
@@stevensteiner2392 understood, thank you! yes, this all helps big time. appreciate it greatly!
Quisiera saber si se puede usar una lavadora doble tina de 400w ???
Mine is brand new, and VERY hard to start. Pulling the cord is almost impossible. What is my problem??
@@virginiaberne11 Great question.
Hard to say without looking at it. Does it start when pulled though?
It might need to break in.
@@stevensteiner2392 I got it started once, but it died out, and now it doesn't want to turn over.
Did you add the right amount of oil to the gas
@@b.e.burnett7627 Yes, it turns out the pull cord wheel is bad. Amazon gave me full credit, and that is why I buy from Amazon.
Would it run sensitive electronics? Not sure how clean the current is coming out.
It will but at risk of the power adapters dying. For anything other than fans. lights, corded power tools, I recommend an inverter generator.
Could adding an exhaust extension make it quieter? Guess a box could be made for it as well that could isolate the sound better but then you might have over heating issues
You know I've thought about that and I'm not sure. Might need to try it. My biggest gripe with it is the noise levels. I've thought about building a box as well but the same thing came to mind and I don't really want to store a box with my limited space.
If you do you'll have to make carb adjustment because it will throw off the back pressure and stuff
@@2010stoof Yeah two strokes have to be tuned just right
Thanks for the video I invested in one and the return on my product has been tenfold thank you sir my meth lab operation is kicking off and running at full speed
Only 10 fold? Guess you're not a very good manufacturer 🤷♂️
@@stevensteiner2392 a good manufacturer? In my business we treat our customers with kindness health and dignity sir unlike you , my family's business makes the product of the older days when times were simpler like a good old apple pie grandma made back in 1979 my product will satisfy your hunger Soul passion indignity that you have lost sir
@@samuela9058 k
I bought a 3500 pulsar during the recent Texas Blizzard for my camper. Im looking at one of these to power lights and maybe a water pump on my dock. I can put it in a box to keep noise down and then I dont have to load up any of my bigger gens.
I just got one of these. Have a quick question does it run off Gas or the 2 cycle oil . I’m so confused on what to do
It is a two-stroke engine
You cannot run just gas in it. You have to add oil to the gas in a specific ratio in order for it to run properly.
If you are unsure on how to do the mixture yourself it is possible to get it premixed.
www.lowes.com/pd/TRUFUEL-50-1-110-oz-Pre-Blended-2-Cycle-Fuel/1001840698
Any Tips of which gas and oil to use ?
Thanks appreciate the help
@@chrisdidit1445 I posted a link on your other comment on where you can get it from at Lowe's. Home Depot also carries it as well as pretty much any other hardware shop
If you mix it yourself I usually use the 89 regular pump gas with any two-stroke oil
As long as you get it at a 50:1 ratio it should work just fine in the generator
I got mines on July 28th. If this year and the same day I got it the power went out the little guy work well for me Not to loud and has power for what I need it for.
Ha perfect timing. Good thing you had it around. Right now the tropical storm is headed this way so it is most definitely peace of mind to have close by
@@stevensteiner2392 I live in va they said the Strom is heading this way from FL.
@@robbase35107 We are in the Savannah area so we should see the storm tonight or tomorrow morning. Be safe!
@@stevensteiner2392 stay safe.
Where can I get a gas tank for this
I had 3 500 watt lights plugged into it and it powered those fine. The math doesn't quite add up so that's a pluss
the thing with lights is sometimes they can run on really dirty lower voltages. You may have had them running "just fine" but they probably were not running to full spec. lol
Is the indicator light supposed to be blue or green or a combination of both
On this model it is only Green
Mine won't start and they won't honor a return because the serial number is unreadable. Sounds intentional to me.
what kind socket size for the spark plug seems my sockets won't fit
My new one says 30:1 now and talked to them. They said before they said 50:1 for epa reasons but now they passed epa with 30:1 and recommended i use 30:1.
I do have the SA model and not sure if its different.
For engine life use the 30:1 in any generator this size. The piston might get damaged but with this ratio probably you will only need a spark plug change
What happens if it shuts of while having a shop vacuum connected to it
What can this one be used for during a power outage ??? Heaters??
Lights and charging devices. it could power a fridge if you just plug it into the fridge itself. I bought this to run long hours so I only need to use my big one a few times a day to power my well pump, fridges and water heater. Will save a ton on gas money. It will also be nice for camping and using power tools around the homestead.
Is this pure sign or modified sine wave?
It is neither. Those terms only apply to inverters or inverter generators. A conventional generator produces a sinusoidal wave with about 10%-20% THD (Total Harmonic Distortion). Most things will run fine on that but some electronics can be a bit fussy. Inverter generators usually have a THD of less than 5%.
Will a vacuum work on it I’m trying start a mobile detailing business ain’t trying spend much
Depends on the the vacuum but yeah I see no reason why it wouldn't work
Can I use a 1100 watts popcorn machine?
I would strongly advise against that. It has a peak wattage of 1200 but only 900 as a running load.
Thank you
Can I use my Xbox one and the tv at the same time ??
I'd think so, yes. An Xbox One should only draw around 200 watts max and a TV should be 100 watts or less. In theory you could run three of each at the same time. The only problem might be the power quality. I'm sure a cheap generator like this puts out really messy power and could potentially harm sensitive electronics.
ordered 1 . i hope it will run a drill and a skill saw ok
Well did it run what you wanted it to ? I'm thinking about getting one.
@@ernestwalden3894 yes it ran my saw and drill very good.
What does it mean when the indicator light comes on
Mine is brand new
The indicator light just means that there is power at the outlet. 🤙
Appreciate that my guy 💯
Seems really loud for a small generator
I just bought one of these put it keeps shutting off and I don't know why
@@whitneymccurdy7981 is it running while there is load on it? Or is it just idling?
@@stevensteiner2392 I just plug it my internet and computer cause I work from home that's it but it keeps shutting off and then I start to see oil on the ground
Opened up a brand new one 7-27-22. Plugged in a 2hp 120v 14.5 air compressor. The thing would not turn on.
I tried twice. Hope I didn't fry something in the compressor.
Can you send me a pic of the special of the compressor.
Have you tried plugging it I to a regular 120 outlet in the house?
This generator is supposed to provide 1200W starting power and 900W continuous power. 2 HP is just under 1500W which is WAY to high for a generator like this. Not to mention the power required to start the compressor may be 2-3X higher than the running wattage! I can't say if the compressor is damaged without seeing it but, hopefully the generator's circuit breaker tripped. Definitely try the compressor on a different AC source. Compressors, pumps, and anything with big motors can be tricky to run on small generators. If you are buying a generator intended to run these types of loads it is best to oversize, look for units with a high starting wattage.
Will it power a tv also can i add a power strip during a hurricane
It should be able to without worry
When in doubt pick up a meter like mine too ensure that it falls under the rating for the generator 👍
Does it take oil
Not like a "Normal" engine. It does take oil but it will be mixed in the gasoline as it is a 2 stroke engine.
Just ordered 1.
Really hope it's not this loud
😬
I did not edit the video to make it louder. It's definitely on the louder end of things, but would you rather have something noisy outside or power?
@@stevensteiner2392 I hear ya. It is loud 2b so small. It'll do the job... Appreciate the video 👍🏾👍🏾
Mine failed in under 40 hours of use. Less than one year old. The pulling coil broke. About 30 pulls. Going to scrapyard, not putting any more money into it.
just get another cord.
@@narcissistinjurygiver2932 it wasnt the cord, it was the spring mechanism that makes it recoil-plastic, and does not exist as parts anywhere
I own two of these things but I paid less than $100 for them. They're not worth any more than that. They're throw-away Chinese junk. Good for a short emergency use but if you need something to run reliably for days or longer I'd definitely get something bigger and 4-stroke.
These are good generators the problem is a lot of people don't know how to keep them running and they are actually super cheap to fix and very reliable
Very cheap to fix and simple to start. Pull string broke so now I use a drill to start it. Works great
For some reason the new SA version says 68cc. Maybe they just cracked down and made them be more honest 🤷♂️
On sale for $200 at amazon right now
Ooof
This one in the video clearly shows 50:1 on the fuel mixture. I have the same one but it says 30:1. Shut down after 30 minutes. Spark plug was fouled. Now it won't start at all. I am regretting this NON RETURNABLE purchase.
get it an ngk or champion spark plug from ur local automotive store.
@@SamsungGalaxy-ls8ys that's what I did. Ran for another five minutes before fowling that plug too.
@@waynemiller6070 Clean the spark plug or replace, drain the fuel tank & try a 32oz can of 40:1 trufuel, this is what I've used on mine with 0 problems.
@@SamsungGalaxy-ls8ys right there with you. That's exactly what I was going to do. It's hard to drain the tank though. Taking the hose off of the carburetor is only a dribble. I've tried running an air hose to the filler hole but it starts misting gas vapors even with a rag wrapped around it. Thinking I may end up just tipping the darn thing over.
For dosen't work, work the firts time, after that don't start.
Dang. These are like 190-200 now lol
Ya it sucks 😞 I miss the 99 dollar days....
Just got mine for 156$
Just bought one at oreilly auto parts for 260 for hurricane ian looks like they price gauge the shit out of me there selling for 100 gona have to report them
Yeah it's crazy
The price of these little guys has slowly started going up really since covid started
@@stevensteiner2392 ya they sit at $200 now everywhere. The 99 dollar days are sadly gone... I hope they go down soon tho. I just got one at the dump with a blown coil. I put 8 bucks in it and some fresh gas and oil and runs like brand new!
@@dieselbossbrandon NICE! Being even a little handy tends to pay for itself.
@@stevensteiner2392 that's true! I've had to learn as a kid because I grew up with not a lot of money so in order to have the things I want I had to find them and fix them and as a adult I still do it. And now run my own Junk Removal business and sell stuff sometimes too. I guess some things never change 😂
will it run AC lol
So long as the wattage runs in the limits I don't see why not
@@stevensteiner2392 can it run the smallest AC unit like if the peak is 1200 but the max is 900 I rather for you to tell me what would be a good size AC to run on this generator what would you recommend that will run continuously
@@Franksinatra96 I'll look into it and let ya know
@@Franksinatra96 So after looking into it some so long as the BTU rating of the window unit is between 5000 and 8000 you should be good. Anything more than that would not be advised.