ERAYAK 2400P Inverter Generator Review and Test
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 ก.ค. 2022
- ERAYAK sent me their inverter generator to test and review. In this video I will unbox the generator, review the features, break in the engine, test the power output quality, sound level and load test it.
The ERAYAK EIG2400P/2400P is rated at 15 amps at 120 volts and will output up to 1800 continuous watts and can surge up to 2400 watts.
FAQs from ERAYAK:
1. About the indicator light
Our initial design idea was that a green light indicates sufficient oil, but everyone seems to think that a red light indicates a more reasonable oil level problem.
2. Regarding the fact that the choke cannot be twisted to the start position, this does not mean that we have not adjusted to the corresponding position internally. After investigation, it is because the sticker is not in place. This is a printing problem rather than our internal quality problem.
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Overall ERAYAK 2400P inverter generator performed very well and was able to provide quiet clean power. The only issues found were related to labeling and the perceived calibration issue actually was related to the control knob sticker placement.
I dont know how to work the telegram messages !
I ordered the generator and it should be arriving July 27th.
@@stinky7538 good luck
@@zonie1953 Those telegram messages are from a scammer -- I checked already.
@@PeterLawton Figured as much , thanks !
I doubt many other reviewers would have noticed the choke cable adjustment. In addition to the low oil light the eco switch was backwards as well, the indicated position for off was on for the switch.
Yeah I saw they stamped the wrong end of the rocker switch. What else did they do wrong internally? 😂
you would think they would quality control a demo review unit a little better, but I guess it let you make an honest review.
Looks like it was sent from Amazon they probably didn’t pick it specifically
Generally speaking I think prompted review videos like this are a much better deal for the (unknown) vendor than for the (established, well-regarded) channel that does the review. In this case it seems the opposite is true -- by demonstrating their manufacturing problems they've provided opportunity to produce some more good content. Glad you turned what might have been just an advertisement (even if the machine had been perfect) into a good instructional video about small inverter generators.
I can see a lot of returns on this one unless they correct the low oil light. I have a Harbor Freight Predator 2000 Watt Generator that I'm pretty happy with. Doesn't get much use but is handy. I run my whole house on a Generac 7550 EXL that I bought used 10 years ago and have only had to replace the low oil sensor. Good review Jim!
I really think that it's so cool when a TH-cam channel does such amazing work that Manufacturers are aware of them and send them stuff to review.
That indicates that said channel(s) is/are very credible.
Of course, that does not include situations where some Manufacturers try to pressure a channel to do a "not so honest" review.
I've seen some channels report that both to TH-cam as well as to their viewers. Which, retains their credibility.
And this channel is no exception. While I'm not a small-engine repair guy, I have repaired a few over the years, but nothing like what James does. I've done very minor stuff as I just don't have the experience or knowledge like I see James demonstrate on every video. When something doesn't "look right" he sees it right away. That indicates great experience and knowledge!
So cool!
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I do not think this company will ask James to review any more of there products he is too honest and tells it like it is . Thanks Jim for the honest review
Another great video, Jim. Two things: The ECO switch is also installed backwards with the off symbol adjacent to the word ON. But the coolest part of this inverter/generator is the oil filler accessory. EVERY generator should come with one of those! Almost worth the price of the generator. Thanks and keep 'em coming.
I agree. The oil filler is the best accessory I have received and will be used a lot.
The Eco Mode switch also appears to be installed the wrong way around (4:41 ON is 0 and OFF is 1). I got the impression, this brand new generator has about the same amount of issues as the broken ones you usually work on ;)
James, this is the best generator review I've seen. Heck, the best review of anything I've seen. Very well formatted and thoroughly executed. 👍
You caught me off guard on a Sunday morning!!!
Can't wait to see this video.
Ok, back to it !
Great video, looks like Erayak needs to correct some quality controls issues. I would returned the unit, you shouldn't have to fix or adjust anything on a new unit.
Fuel consumption at load is always good to know but you still put up a great review, thanks for taking the time to show us this unit
I keep a piece of fuel line on hand to get spark plugs in and out of tight spaces by shoving it over the plug nipple, but that flashlight magnet trick looks handy too!!
Good idea
To be fair to the utility, I'd say they very likely produce higher quality than what you observed. Odds are, there is an electrically noisy load connected nearby, distorting the nearby waveform. Still, the scope exercise was great for illustrating what to look for, and that generator waveform is plenty good.
Utility power from PSE&G in my NJ neighborhood is anywhere from 5% to a whopping 9% THD as measured on a Fluke 43b power quality meter. Time of day does play a part so I suspect that there is a bad actor on the distribution network somewhere with bad motor controllers. On a side note my Generac XG8000E portable generator with no AVR and just a capacitor, brushless design has typically 5 to 6% THD throughout all output levels. It runs my new Lenox furnace well which is supposed to have big power quality issues. Pretty good. On the other hand a UPS I use, (non sine wave) shows above 30% in power fail mode, so far that has never damaged any of the computer connected equipment.
iff you look good you can see the switching between positive sinewave and negative. Its enough to make clocks run twice the speed. you dont find that in utility power..
I was surprised at the performance of the Erayak generator. I thought the Yamaha would perform as expected. Thanks for the information and review.
Well done, James. I followed the Amazon link out of curiosity and soon noticed that page has a screen grab from your video, and then noticed it also has a link to this very video, including mention of the defects. I'd still be tempted, despite the defects you found, because the cost is low. But I already ordered a Honda EU2000i a few months ago, so I'll just keep waiting.
I always love your videos man! Great way to start my days.
Really nice review - the engine nerd in me liked the break-in steps - not many people knows how important that is for the longevity of the engine. I may have to steal this for a video :-) Thanks James.
Thank you very much James for the two generator's. They both performed very well. The Arayak seemed to be a little better. Great comparison. ❤🇨🇦
Great video! 8:20 you put the correct amount of oil in the engine. I was going to write the advice , don't over fill it as Nick's Garage channel educated me that too much oil can rob horsepower. All the splashing around inside creates additional work .
Many of us buy these types of generators for amateur radio purposes. I recently acquired a Ryobi 1800W/2300W RYi2322VNM generator that completely murders the amateur radio frequency bands with RF interference from the inverter. It might be useful to invite a local ham radio operator to bring some equipment and check your generator out. Thanks for the excellent review. --N2GX
Most inverts do not filter the RF noise.
its the same whit kipor, and this one... Honda,s eu sets are usable for ham.
The magnet trick alone is worth the price of admission. Thanks, James.
A couple thoughts: you did the Yamaha SPL test at full load, but not the Erayak. Also, if you had a way to do picture in picture of the Kill-a-Watt during your tests, that would be pretty cool. I know that increases the editing load considerably, though.
I'm a ham radio operator, and the inverter type is required for operation with my radio equipment during emergency operation. Thanks for this, I'm still thinking I might spend a bit more to get a name brand, but this is good information.
Great pro tip for removing the spark-plug
very thorough and honest review, James. Thank you.
I have that exact Yamaha model.
Saved me from losing stuff in my freezers and fridge a couple of times.
Last one was in March this year, when we lost power for 2 days due to hail storms.
Changed the oil and ran it dry after it was all over. Ready for another ass saving!
Another Great Video! Thank you for the pointers on the break-in. I will use this when I purchase my new Generator!
Thanks.
Was looking at quite a few other generators.
I can stop now.
This is the one.
Meets my power needs.
Light weight.
Quiet.
With plugs 🔌 I use.
And accessories I need.
Yep.
This.
Is the one.
😎👍
Thanks for the review, I'm going to buy one tomorrow (Monday) and do a run time test after break in.
Nice that that built in a little funnel in the body to pore the oil out
Thanks for the attention to detail regarding the operation switch and for noticing the indicator light problem. In my opinion, that would be cause to return the machine. I would worry about warranty issues. Also I assume that this generator is made in China and I would worry about getting repair parts. Great video as always. Very informative.
Always love your videos and this is no exception.
The led thing is unforgivable that they didn't even test it, they could have fixit by just putting some labels in the front for the ON and low oil and that's it, and it would have been fine, also the Eco switch is reversed, the labels are correct but the switch Indicates on which is confusing, cover plastics looks pretty crappy but the primary frame looks really good, the oil channel to prevent getting oil inside is great also the tool that came with the geny to load it up, I loved it!
It sound very good and quiet
Excellent review James! As always you don't miss anything, and the breaking in method you used, specially putting a drop of oil on the cylinder head, nice, I didn't do that on mine 5 years ago when I bought it and I should have.
Thank you
Another great video James! I think the fix for the indicator light issue could be as simple as relocating the pins on the plastic connector feeding the group of indicator lights. You would have to trace some wires out but it seems do-able. You may only need to swap two wires at most three. Keep ip the good work!
just curious... why are there so many of these Portable Inverter Generator units on the market??? thanks for your detail review... 👍😎👍
Great job reviewing the product. I'd pay the extra money for a Honda EU2200i or the Yamaha.
Great Sunday morning surprise. It appears that their quality control is lacking on the final inspections. That genny should not have left the factory with those two glaring issues. For me I would not go near that manufacturer. God knows what else they over looked on the stuff you can't see internally. Let's us know if they come back with any excuses. I'll take Yamaha or a Honda over that thing any day. As always great video and great testing.👍👍👍
Nice review. I have a non inverter generator that pretty much gets used almost all year round and i also use it when i weld anything to keep the electric bill lower and where i live nobody really complains about the noise cause my neighbors all have non inverter generators. When I lived in the city I had one but sold it when I moved
Nice to see a less expensive clone produce its rated output. I noticed that a 1800 watt rated Honda used a 121 cc engine so I was surprised to see this unit with a 79cc engine make rated output. It would have been interesting to see what the engine RPM was when running at near 1800 watts. At a price near a third of the big name manufacturers it sure is attractive. Thanks for the video. Very interesting.
Another great video my friend I’m learning so much thank you
That was a cracker, it had only just come up as I was looking for something to watch before my Sunday Lunch, that is ready to go. I've learned how to bed them in, I wouldn't have known that, the colour of the oil amazed me. What to look for, although most of it is common sense you have made the whole thing practical, if I ever need a generator. Thaniks :)
Wrong indicator lights. Ya had to fix the choke cable. And ya let that slide in the end! One thing I like about your demonstrations is how you cover the little details like pre-oiling the cylinder for example. It helps to make me slow down a little and not break things when I work on them. Thanks for the review. I just expected a recap of the faults on this unit. Another consumer might not know to check these things.
Great job I would purchase a generator based on you review and opinion. Thanks
Straight talk review. !!!!
Looks like a good inverter for the money savings..
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Thanks Jim. I've been looking at small generators for my prospecting trips and this covered 2 at the same time. I think the oil light is green because the oil level is okay. It probably changes to red for a low oil indicator. Easy enough to check, just drain some out.
Hmmm. I'm not so sure. If that were the case, why wasn't the OK! led lit ??
This is how an "unboxing" review should be.
excellent overview pinpointing some quality control issues: knob labeling and reversed low oil waning. they should immediately send you another unit with corrections that were addressed. failure to do so will put them under tremendous strain from returns secondary to low oil warning. erik
thank you, very fair comparison.
It works well for it's size, & it produces cleaner power than the power grid to the house.
Definitely putting out a super clean Sign wave very nice
Thank you for shearing your video. a very good bit of information.
In the scheme of things, Erayak is a usually better brand and source than many of the normal national known brands. They have been selling power equipment almost as long as Champion but only about 5 years in USA.
Did not know that. I like the engine. It was a clone of the same engine Yamaha uses in the EF2000.
@@jcondon1 Both Power Smart and Erayak plus a few others don't like paying Honda Clone royalties at 6.5% after it went up in 2020 so they have been doing lots of 2.2% with Yamaha and 3% on Kawasaki based engines. No one wants to pay the rate to clone a Briggs or Kohler at over 15% plus so eventually expect them to disappear.
Those China "Briggs" are really Dong Shan Industrial engines, Craftsman - Troy built -MTD with over 30% non Briggs design so although junk, they screwed Briggs too. Get woke go broke 😭. Briggs sold off their 12% in LIFAN in 2019 so watch for their future fire sale.
James is their new QC department, what a GSO (generator shaped object). Try out their customer service by calling them about the light as a regular consumer and seeing what they say.
Went to the amazon link and wow they used your review even though you pointed out defects.
They make awesome quality inverters. The 1500w I have is fantastic
Nice one James, thanks for sharing 👌😀
My kind of evaluation . Noise, peak output and surplus overload. Well done James, my hope is that with bring a few or more sales from your review, you will be given this model to do as you wish, keep or raffle or use as a reference .
As for the indicators, some simple labels will cure that.
Q. Was there a note as to the plastic case u v, temperature, and fuel resistant to degrade?
Thank you for your professional workmanship.
Edit: fuel usage at 50% and 100% load, runtime, also daisy connection with another like unit?
good review, thank you
Nice review. Almost everyone who will buy a generator like this will not check the accuracy of the run location and the is a worry.
IMO the Yamaha did a much better job. The engine speed was pretty much constant at each load whereas the Erayak bogged down at load changes and the speed varied at constant loads. I've seen the Yamaha's on sale for around $400 and I'd spend the extra couple of bucks, plus I'm sure we can get parts for the Yamaha and not for the Erayak. All I can find is the spark plug for my no-name inverter generator.....
Hi James good review mate they will need to sort out the warning light indicator at factory source
Great video James
I need a small generator like this. I want to keep one in my Bug Out Truck full time. For things like Camping, using tools etc. What I question is the availability of parts if and when it needs repair, like carbs etc.
There's a reason why the Honda/ Yamaha gen sets are better, my guess is that they under rated. Ya get what you pay for, none the less the ERAYAK seems fine. I wonder how long it will last? Thanks for the Review James.
Very interesting and informative video. Don’t know what to say about the manufacturer sending you the unit as is. Credited for honesty or criticized for quality control sending the unit with those faults. I also don’t know if the average user would follow your break in schedule with mineral oil and multiple oil changes. Great tip on securing spark plug.
I’m still not knowledgeable enough to know functionality of a generator that can run only one space heater on high . Seems to be a limited niche product.
Running a space heater is probably not the intended use for an inverter generator of this size. The point is that it produces "clean" power and you would want to use it to run or charge sensitive electronics, like a small television, a laptop computer, or charging cell phones. Space heaters run just fine on non-inverters that put out higher wattage but produce dirtier output.
Thanks!
Thanks Myles. Very generous!
Good review, like the way you do the comparison between Yamaha and Erayak.
But would like to know how good is there warranty?
Very good unboxing and thorough break in
I really enjoyed this video showing the honest shortcomings of the quality control
But at a 3rd of price this is very acceptable to have some hiccups 😂
The problem is that they are not competing against Yamaha, they are competing against Wen, Pulsar,A-iPower, Genmax, etc. all of whom are as cheap or cheaper and appear to have more wrinkles ironed out.
@@throwbo true its a cheap option
Im glad he showed respectively the shortcomings. Now someone watching this can make a more informed decision against the competition
I'm impressed with that generator inverter
Hello James Codon
I said that I don't know how to do stuff like that on my phone myself
Thats a handsome looking unit.
The problem I encountered with a Costco inverter generator after opening and testing that it was OK was to put it away till needed. When pulled out 1 1/2 years later and fueled and started the generator it failed to provide output with the red light on indicating inverter failure. So a different test because of the quality of the inverter is a long term storage test.
They're one thought ahead on the oil fill and filler bottle, but I like oil levels which can be checked easily prior to start without removing panels etc. Also how do you run the carb bowl dry before storing? Do you again need to pull a panel then drain it manually? Those problems are generic with these types of generators but could be done better.
Unrelated but I was wondering if a B&S Quantum plastic camshaft could be replaced with an older style one? Always good to see your thorough testing and always a pleasure watching.
Most inverter generators you have to remove the panel to drain the carb. You could probably turn the knob most of the way off and run it out of fuel.
I have heard you can replace the plastic camshaft with the other style one, but you also need to replace the gear on the crankshaft to match.
Definitely seems like a good generator nice video @James Condon
Cool testing. Disappointing about the LEDs. QA issue? Thanks for sharing
James, nice review! Why or what was was in the residual oil when you first pulled the dip stick/filller, it looked like very black oil... odd???
On the subject of THD wreaking havoc with sensitive electronics; Doesn't house current go thru a transformer and rectifier before going into any circuits? Isn't it cleaned up before going anywhere? I'm not up on all this so please excuse my ignorance. Love the channel. Never miss it.
Inverter generators put out a more Pure Sign Wave less distortion helps a ton for Electronics IN general
Great review
Impressed the Yamaha did 1780 watts and didn't stall
Me too. Did not expect the Yamaha to handle it.
James, great job as always! This unit sure falls to the bottom of the list, even for off-brand/clone units. It's price-point isn't much different than other similar units. I saw nothing that stands out as a reason to buy this unit over other cheap ones. The multiple design/QC issues with the choke cable/sticker, status lights backwards, eco-switch backwards, is terrible. Especially for a unit that the company sent to you. You would think that they would have sent you their BEST unit, that they personally made sure was perfect....or maybe they thought they did...
Great review. Bought one due to your thorough testing. I want to use an extended fuel system. What would you recommend? Does it have a fuel pump, or is it gravity fed?
not bad James. i like the meter most don't have one..
Hopefully The Erayak people are watching you ! They need to fix the usual quality control issues with chinese generators .
Excellent review. I learned quite a bit. Sorry, James, I'm a bit of an English freak. Your note, "Better then utility power", should have read, "Better THAN utility power." (Can't help myself. Sorry again! :)
That was never my strength.
Good test tho James!
Well…that Yamaha is a sweet unit but for the price I would have to go for the Erayak. I would say that your review was exactly within the parameters that they suggested and quite thorough. It would be interesting to see what the company’s responses is to the quality control issues, however mechanically it was quite sound. I wonder if there is a possibility that the lights are being interpreted wrong??, What does the company say?, Or the manual?. With your experience and integrity, which is massive, I tend to trust you that the light gauges are all wrong. Now with that said the only questions still open are is it going to be reliable and have reasonable longevity and how well the company will stand behind this product. Since the company is willing to put itself out there for this review would you be willing to make this a two part video if there’s any response and what it was? Their response if is also fair and honest could possibly help them sell a lot more of these units “just sayin”. All in all however it speaks to me that this company would send this to you for review, possibly showing interest in making sure this is a good product.
Good test, I didn't like that you had to fix a couple things
James, I'm hoping you can help me somewhat. I recall you saying on a Honda GSX390 when the pull cord rips from your hand that is an indication of valves out of adjustment?
Glad to be on the shortlist. I can use some luck or high test gas...LOL Thank
My understanding is during initial break-in there should be some varying load on it to seat the rings better.
I noticed the Erayak was surging earlier on in the video, i was really curious to see what would happen. All in all it seemed to do what it was made for.
I like it.
James 2 questions, how bad is it if you break in with full sythetic?
2. I have a little westinhouse 2200 inverter, and it just randomly shuts off, and its gotten harder to start.I repalced the spark plug. Seems like it needs the carb cleaned thoughts? It used to start first pull every time. Also great review on this generator!
It will take a lot longer to break in with synthetic. Don't think it would cause any damage. Although some will say the rings will never seat. Does the Westinghouse have the same all in one knob? I worked on a Ryobi inverter where when in the run position it was actually turning the fuel valve part way off and when under a load the flow should not keep up with the demand. Next time it stalls, I would immediately shut the fuel valve off and drain the carb bowl into a cup to see if the carb bowl was mostly empty. Hard starting can be caused by a lot of things. Do you drain the carb when done using the generator? A lot of inverter generators have a fuel pump and require you to pull the cord up to 10 times before the carb bowl is full. Spark plug is one reason. Another might be valve clearance. A lot of Ryobi inverters are hard to start because the compression release lets a little too much compression out. If the exhaust valve is tight then yours could be doing the same. Once started the compression release moves out of the way and the engine has full compression. Also check that the choke is fully engaging.
In the manual...
does it show the lights for the oil labelled the opposite to the way they appear on this machine?
The decal for the Stop, Run and Choke positions...
is that one piece or could a human have made the mistake re the position of the labelling in relation to the reality?
If so it could also account for the choke lever "reality"...as opposed to the indication on the control...
Interesting video on testing this generator. It's a nice change. On your "First Start in 20 Years - MTD Riding Mower" for the carb needle pressure test, were you using the same tool as the engine valve pressure test. If so, could you give a link to that tool for purchasing one. Thanks in advance James.
For the carb needle test I used a Mityvac amzn.to/3yPj4ax. For engines testing I use a compression tester amzn.to/3PwaEwd and sometimes a leakdown tester amzn.to/3ILsecQ
On your noise test, The ambient noise was around 35 db,,, :-)
Very nice thank you. What if you changed around the internal wires?
Possible, but the low oil light is orange. Better to keep it green.
Good test but they have a lot to straighten out. Wouldn't mind having one but they're so blasted expensive and nothing here is super sensitive as far as the Coleman or Onan goes. Maybe the stuff is just tough or a lot more flexible than thought. Supposedly ran out of line power on a hot day. 7oo and something homes out. Sounds like our co-op needs to do some rethinking and re-licking to straighten this out. I'll just get ours up to snuff and we'll see what's what. Thanks and BLESSINGS!
Nice little I'd love to have one . I never use synthetic oil in anything . But I didn't drink the kool-aid either . 😂