This generator is ideal for camping and powering small-scale household appliances like TVs or computers. 2-stroke, 63cc engine has recoil start and transistorized ignition. Meets EPA standards.
99 of 107 would recommend this product to a friend.
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Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Great little machine,
March 7, 2007
By QrcIncfrom Abaco, Bahamas
"I brought this generator to the Bahamas, where electric power is unreliable, and unavailable in some locations. I'm building a shed in the woods where it is unavailable. This relatively low power (1200 W MAX) generator has been able to run all my power tools and cordless rechargers, very quietly and efficiently. It also is capable of running my small portable refrigerator, television, stereo, and just about anything else I need. I have a 350 W Honda that I bought several years ago, that cost me much more. I don't know where else you could get this much value for your money. I have two of them for myself, and have bought two more for friends. VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!"
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14 of 15 people found this review helpful.
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Great Generator,
October 8, 2008
By SD40from Houston, Texas
"This is a very good machine. This is the first generator i've owned, and I'm really pleased. I ran a refrigerator, stove and other small appliances for about 2 weeks. This tool is well worth the cost."
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Home Handyman
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Great fror safety and relaxing,
October 3, 2008
By pb1234from North east
"GREAT safety item for hiking and camping! Often when you get lost deep in the woods you have to stand there for so many boring hours with a little pocket mirror rocking it back and forth to try to signal the rescue planes and helicopters. This can be very tiresome and monotonous! If instead you build a motorized electric mirror reflector rocker signaling device it can free up all those otherwise boring hours and allowing your tired arms to relax while the electric auto-mirror-rocker does all the work for you. This great little gasoline generator seems Ideal... to power the electric motor on the auto-mirror rocker allowing you to go back to nature watching while waiting to be rescued."
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Home Handyman
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Nice little workhorse for farm or rural use,
September 30, 2008
By kp1360from Texas
"I really like this little workhorse! Have used it for a long time in an extreme environment on the farm and it always starts up quickly, ready for work. I have put it on a trailer behind my ATV and pulled it around farm roads using it to power a Remington A/C powered pole saw to trim low hanging limbs and up to 8 inch limbs blocking the roadways. My Remington pole saw needs about 8 amps and the generator provides this easily, with up to 10 amps. It has always been easy to start, quiet to run, and easy to lug around from pickup bed to ATV trailer. Very much would recommend this to anyone who needs remote power for small farm tools, or room centric appliances."
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Home Handyman
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
great generator,
September 29, 2008
By Rogerfrom N. Kentucky
"I purchased two of these generators early in the summer. I used one for camping and when I traveled to remote areas with no electric. The small compact size and light weight makes it ideal for traveling. It does not make much noise when running, and if the wind is blowing you can hardly hear it at all. I have run it as much as 8 hours on a tank full of gas on a light load, although 5-6 hours is closer when trying to figure out how much fuel you might need to bring. During a recent day long power outage at my home, I ran this unit for 24 hours powering my home refrigerator, satelite dish and LCD TV. I then took it over to a neighbor who did the same while he waited 6 more days to have his power restored. He averaged 6 hours per gallon of gas while powering his refrigerator, a couple of lamps at night, a radio and his cistern/water pump. The second generator will travel with me to Canada early next summer where I will leave it with my friend to use at his remote cabin. His Honda generator works well but eats $6+ gallon gasoline. This unit should be able to power the lights and a TV/stereo for a fraction of the fuel the Honda consumes. The bulit-in oil measuring cup in the gas cap lid makes it easy to mix the gas and oil at the correct ratio. I did notice that if the fuel cap is fully twisted closed, the motor will fuel starve as I suppose there is no vent on the tank. So I caution you to try opening the cap 1/4 turn to prevent this from happening. I probably have 150+ hours on this generator and it purrs like a big cat when running. It will usually start on the second or third pull of the rope. I try to run the fuel tank dry if I will not be using it for a long period of time. I would highly recommend this product for anything but the largest home freezers that might take more then the 8 amps that this unit will produce."
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Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Above and beyond what I expected,
September 22, 2008
By Morelosfrom Houston, TX
"I bought this generator the last minute to get ready for Hurricane IKE and I have been impressed by it's performance. Very inexpensive compared to other brands of equal wattage, extremely fuel efficient, starts at most 3 pulls in a cool morning, very lightweight, and very capable since at one point I even ran our 1000 watt microwave with it. It says only 4.5 hours of continous use at 1/2 load but I ran the thing for almost 5 days straight with maybe 1 hour breaks so don't let that fool you, this little beast will surprise you in time of need. Was able to run a 53" screen TV, satelite, 2 fans, coffeemaker, and charge the laptop. It was even able to keep my freezer going every day for at least 4 hours which put it at almost full load with everything else disconnected. Heck, I recommend this even as a back-up when a large generator needs a break."
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Worked perfectly out of the box,
September 14, 2008
By gobigkahunafrom Outer Banks, NC
"I bought this based on its low price and the many positive reviews. My only concerns were Northern Tools' "no returns" policy and the few reviewers who got theirs delivered damaged. I'm happy to say that mine was delivered in perfect condition. I gave it a try for the first time today and it started right up on the third pull. No complaints from me! It is a bit heavier and noisier than its Honda competitor, but for less than 1/4 the price it's a bargain. Highly recommended."
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Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Wow!! Great little generator!!,
September 9, 2008
By tweak89from Housto, Tc
"Picked this up for tailgating at football games, Nascar races and maybe camping use.
Got a good workout the first week I bought it at a four day music festival. Ran a small TV set, fan and lights without a single hiccup. Ran all weekend and used just under 2 gallons of fuel. Started on the first or second pull every time.
Quiet (only 6db louder than the much more expensive Honda) and unobtrusive. Got lots of questions on it from passers by.
I would highly recommend this little guy to anyone looking for portable power."
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Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Very handy product !,
August 29, 2008
By Countryrockfrom Southern Maryland
"This is a great little generator. I throw it in the cart on the back of the 4-wheeler & use it with an electric pole-saw to trim trees all around the property. I was pleasantly surprised by how quiet this little machine is. I expected to hear something that sounded like a chainsaw when I fired it up but this thing just purrs. I'm very happy with my purchase."
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Overall Rating:
3
/ 5
Decent value,
August 20, 2008
By 500Magfrom New Jersey
"This generator starts and performs well. Some things to consider: It's two stroke so it smokes a bit, but it's not any more than a chainsaw or string trimmer. It's quieter than other two stroke lawn equipment, but not as quiet as the high-end mini generators from Honda (they are hard to beat and a lot more money). My generator had a minor issue. The fuel fitting on the bottom of the tank was damaged during installation. This fitting has a screen on the inside of the tank to block debris that may get into the tank. The screen was crushed and restricted fuel intake causing the generator to quit after a few seconds of running. It also leaked. I took out the fitting and removed the screen, then put thread sealer on the fitting and re-installed it. It works fine now. This issue aside, I still think the product is a good value for the money. It's half the size of my coleman generator and provides enough power for most light duty power tools, lights, chargers, etc."
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