GENMAX GM1200i Quiet Series Inverter Generator, Ultra Lightweight for Home Backup & Camping
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- The GENMAX Gm1200 Starting Watts Inverter Generator is powered by a 57cc 4- stroke OHV gas engine, with inverter technology produce 1200 Starting Watts/ 1000 Running Watts clean power (less than 3% THD), confidently connect your sensitive electronics such as TV, lights, fans, small power tools and more on camping trips, etc.
At only 25.3pounds, GM1200i is one of the lightest 1000w inverter in this industry. The sturdy handle makes it easy to carry for long distance.
Extremely Quiet, Fuel Efficient As Low as 58 dBA Noise Output with 25% loading at 23 feet, and up to 6.5 Hours of Run Time with 50% loading on a 0.66 Gallon Gas Tank - Features “Economy Mode” for Maximum Fuel Efficiency.
Includes low oil alarm, overload alarm, Co warning light and output indicator features “Eco mode” for conserving energy and maximum fuel efficiency ，120V/20A outlets and one5V / 1A outlets , one 5V / 2.1A outlets ,parallel ready.
Includes CO Detect shutdown sensor for Prevention of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning.
GENMAX Support: Includes 1-year warranty with FREE lifetime technical support from experts.
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Thanks for the great review, as a result, I just ordered it. GenMax should also pay you for such a good review.
👍🏾 Thanks Kenneth you can always push that thanks button and leave a donation
Thanks so much for being so thorough. Your review had all the details I was looking for while so many other review videos by other people were so lacking. I used the Amazon link from your video description to make a purchase.
Thanks for showing the waveform! I dont know why they wouldnt mention something like true sinewave in their ads!
Just bought one and found your video when looking at it for the first time. Thank you! That video was a lifesaver.
What about using the OFF switch when running the generator! How does that work ?
Thank you so much for the detailed review. I was wondering if I should get this to charge my solar generator safely. Now I know. It was this or the Honda and well this one I can afford.
Absolutely it can be used to charge your solar generator and yes you could buy 3 for the price of the Honda
Great review. Just bought one. for mostly charging batteries and small appliances/tools. Perfect! The light weight was a major factor. Easy to move and store. It would be fantastic if Genmax made a dual fuel version keeping the weight below 35 pounds. Alp propane generator has too low running watts and way too high price. 2000 watt dual fuel models weight around 50 lbs, too high to easily move around for many people. I would be first in line for a light weight 1000 watt dual fuel unit and I have many friends who would too.
what generator would you recommend for a boat with a cabin? havent seen you mention that. thanks for the your videos
Thanks for watching
I had a 25 foot cabin cruiser I ran my ac on my 2k generator but it was just barely enough power to run everything else without shutting down one to run the other, that was highly annoying.
I think a 3200w compact generator would have been nice 😊
That will be enough power for battery charger, A/C and microwave and it’s light enough to carry and transported solo.
Check out my videos on 3200w generators I know how important space is on the water.
Do I have to mess with the spark plugs just add oil and gas and go
Correct ✅
3:00
I'm wondering what the sinewave looks like under max load. Did you happen to take a peek while you did your test?
Under a full load the sine wave still looked pretty good
I'm looking at this generator on Amazon, but I wasn't sure. It's for camping. I do use some solar, but I still like to have a small gas generator available. By watching this review you did I'm sure I want this one now.
Just one question. The recoil start is always a worry for me. I'm someone who always had a problem starting her bigger older generator herself. I really hate having to hunt someone to pull for me. But this is such a small generator. So do you think that recoil is very hard to pull? I'm a granny now....lol....but an independent one who loves to go to the campground by herself to relax. So what did you think about the recoil start on this?
I really don’t think you’ll have any problems starting these small generators. They have no issues, so with one or two pulls it should fire right up for you.
That Genmax logo looks so old school.
I was thinking the same thing.
Sold me. I need something to charge a solar power station when there's no sun. Wanted something that uses regular gas. Doubt if I'll use it for anything else.
Thanks for the vid.
Subed your channel.
Awesome thanks 😊
Thanks for the great review! Purchased one partially on your review. Directions say fill with 0.1 gallon of oil, which equates to 1.6 cups. 1.6 cups has the oil overfilled on dipstick. Any insights into that issue?
Remember, these are pre-filled and emptied from the factory so you may have a little oil inside the engine. Best practice is fill it to the top. Until you see the oil on the edge of the threads
What’s the weather rating? Hoping you can run this in super cold weather. Can it take an oil that can work in the heat or cold? Thanks for the review!
You should be fine with the recommended oil 10w30 and once the generator warms up, it should be OK
Great job!!! Glad I stumbled upon this and your channel.
Thanks for watching and subscribing
What happens to all these generators when you are done testing them?
I will review and compare them with others sell them and keep on looking for ones I think you guys will like.
A parallel option on a 1000w generator seems silly. Why would anyone buy two of these when you could buy the Genmax 3300w generator for less money?
Exactly. But, I'm guessing someone would buy one and later on they find out it's not enough oomph and decide to up the power?
That’s a great point! So true
I would love to see a db comparison between two of these units vs one GM3200i at load.
The 1200 is 25 lbs while the 3300 is 47 lbs. Sometimes it comes down to physical ability. A few years ago my elderly dad wanted a generator to run his sump pump and fridge in case of emergency. I got him a 2200 watt generator. He liked it and all was good. Now a few years later at 80 years old he struggled lifting that 45+ lb generator so he traded for my Wen 1250 watt generator which is around 30 lbs which was much easier for him to lift. 18lbs doesn't seem like much when you are young and fit but can be a deal breaker to others. With that in mind some people can then lift and use two of the smaller ones to get the power they need by using the parallel cables. Also, its more economical to just run one small engine when you just need lights, charger power, tv, and only add in the second unit when you actually need the extra power (rv air conditioner, etc). Also you have redunancy. When one fails you at least have some power instead of having all your eggs in one basket. So it just depends on the situation.
Thanks for making the vid! How many watts is that freezer?
Thanks for watching, the surge watts on startup is 1000w and 300 running.
How much oil do you add I just got one do I put the whole little bottle they shipped with it I just don't wanna add too much is there a line
Once the oil reaches the top of the threads, it should be perfect. 👍🏾
Thanks again Gavin - wonder what your thoughts are when comparing this to the small Predator and the 1000-watt Honda.
This one I would compare it to the predator the predator has 200 more watts but build quality is about the same the warranty is better on the Genmax than the predator.
How about when using ethanol free fuel? That’s all I run in my Generators.
It’s just best practices to drain the gas tank but ethanol fuel will definitely store better 👍🏾
Like you said,I tilted my generator back until the oil cap was level and filled it all the way up, took 5 1/2 qts.
Wow 😯
5.5 Qts?
Another mod is I designed a control box that goes between the solar panels and generator to a solar power Bank.
If the generator is charging the power bank and the sun starts producing enough protons to charge the power bank, then the control box will switch the generator charge vdc off and turn the solar panels on to charge the power bank.
This is cool because you may be using the gas generator to a 110 vac accessory. This will continue now without interruptions.
Sun gets clouded, the box switches the gas generator back on to charge the power bank.
Easy as 1 2 3
Nice!! Sounds great 👍🏾
Thinking of purchasing one for camping, some days, flex solar panels don't work, mainly cloudy days etc
True!!! Plus camping is usually under trees and we mostly use the power at night.
@@GeneratorReviews again a true statement. Although you can store gas generated energy in a Solar Power Supply for later use.
I modified a power supply so the dc input goes directly to the litium battery of the power supply, thru a blocking diode. Seems to charge quicker and a little better.
Normal specs indicate the supply to hold a charge of 13.6 vfc and measured it does. However, the battery is a 15 vdc 16 amh battery.
The regulator circuit of the power supply shuts the charging supply input off when it senses the battery is at 13.6vdc.
By passing this allows the battery to charge it's full 15 vdc. A little more current and a voltage to play with. This is A mind solar power bank. I imagine that most solar power supplies do the same thing.
This holds true and most e scooters I have owned.
@@michaelhaniotes36 Agreed 👍🏾💯
Great review thank you
it is a very thourough test,I like it
Do you think it can run a 4000btu AC?
Thanks for the review.
I would recommend the 2000w and up for that AC
This guy is terrific...
Thanks 🙏🏾
how is this thing holding up, i am about to buy one. any opinions are greatly appreciated
Its holding up great and compared to the others in its class, it hasn’t let me down in testing
Great generator
@@GeneratorReviews thank you!
@@GeneratorReviews well 2 years later it stopped working about a year ago. do you know how to clean the carburetor? maybe it is just dirty
Very informative thanks.
Very nice.
Thanks
Looks small! Is it smaller than a Honda 2000/2200?
Yes it’s a lot smaller than the Honda 2000
I ordered one today
Waiting on mine to come in
Nice!!!👍🏾💯
Waity for it to come in at Lowsy in Lancaster, ca
Supposed to pickup Monday ,labour day at Lowe's Lancaster,ca
@@GeneratorReviews wonder if if can get a 12 to 28 vac line outta it then pem the dc for 9 to 15 vdc at question Amos???
Great video, but was getting sea sick with the rough camera movement 🤣🤣
Sorry buddy it’s had to film and work 😁
Why you didn’t indicate the oil to use: type/brand/kind 🤷🏼♀️???
All the generators Use 10W-30 conventional oil any brand
@@GeneratorReviews: The Manuel says 4-Stroke Cycle SAE 10W 30, when l read it 🤷🏼♀️!!!
would It handle a shop vaccume?
Yes it shouldn’t have a problem with that
Thank you!
You're welcome!
Thanks, good review
I hate those CO minders... I always put my gensets in vented, but soundproofed enclosure, but still the CO minder shuts them off without a huge airflow.
You’re probably still able to buy those without the CO monitor for now. I don’t know if that’s gonna be possible in the future they’re all going that way
Great review. Thanks!
Thanks for watching and subscribing
I wish they had a load gauge.
Anyone found a magnetic dip stick for this one?
Check on Amazon
That's pretty quiet,
Just run it
What’s the weather rating? Hoping you can run this in super cold weather. Can it take an oil that can work in the heat or cold? Thanks for the review!
I see no problem running it in the cold