Good to hear! We've been really happy with ours so far too. Thanks for the comment and watching!

What BTU air conditioner are you running. 1 unit for us is 15,000 BTU

3500 is more attractive to the eye, just saved some money and bought the 4550

Would this be a good option to run in an rv? I have a Toyota winnebago. Originally it came with a Gen but smaller. Seems like this is larger. I'm concern about it being in an enclose space. I suppose it needs air flow. And off course, the fumes.

This harbor freight post about there own product....

You're welcome! The 4550 is awesome. It is everything I was hoping the 4400 would be and it is even quieter. Thanks for watching and enjoy the new generator!

Sorry you're out of power! I'm glad the generator is working out for you and your neighbor. It has been a great generator for us. Thanks for the comment and watching!

Glad the video was helpful and the generator is working well for you! Thanks for the comment and watching!

It's been a great generator for us so far, good choice! Thanks for watching.

Dang, that is a heck of a deal! Enjoy, it's a nice generator. Thanks for watching!

You're welcome! Yeah, I'm so glad they came out with this generator. The 4400 was nice but this is a huge improvement. Thanks for watching!

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

I add the fuel stabilizer in my gas but if you are constantly running the generator, you probably don't need it. It just helps if you don't run it all the time. Glad the generator worked out for you! Thanks for watching!

@@ColoradoCamperman Thank you for your reply and the information.

Thank you! Good to hear you've had success with the well pumps! When I buy stuff from HF, I always check the reviews to make sure it's a decent product. HF has definitely upped their game over the years! Thanks for the comment and watching!

Thank you! I'm glad the video was helpful. Thanks for the comment and watching!

Thank you! That would be nice if HF sent me a check! That's ok, I hope the video helps out other people looking to purchase the generator. Thanks for the comment and watching!

Thank you! We love this generator and it has worked great for us! Have fun with the generator and thanks for watching!

You're welcome! Thanks for the comment and watching!

@ColoradoCamperman I'm pretty much sold on this model for our small home. Eastern TX we have frequent storms / outages. In fact, this make model is on backorder around these parts. Thanks again.

It's a great generator! You won't be disappointed. Thanks for the comment and watching!

It is a great generator! Much better than the 2021 4400w version. Enjoy the generator and thanks for watching!

Glad it was helpful! Enjoy the generator and thanks for watching!

Many of us have been torn as to which one to buy. I just went with the 4550 predator inverter generator yesterday

You're welcome! With that Honda, you may be waiting a while until it kicks the bucket! That is a good generator. We really like this generator and are looking forward to using it on our next camping trip. Thanks for the comment and watching!

@@ColoradoCamperman yeah I might be waiting a while I believe I got it in 2014 still going strong but those predators are a nice price tag and for the two-year warranty if it kicks the bucket before two years you go get another one the Honda is about $1000 more expensive Plus when people steal them they must fall in love with them and try and bring it with them

@@ExpediteTravels The warranty definitely does help. We've been happy with the Predator generators. Shame that we have to worry about people stealing our generators.

@@ColoradoCampermanDo you consider the 4550 as quiet as the Honda EU series? Glad to see the startup peak power draw issue was fixed.

Good to hear! It's a great generator, thanks for watching!

Thanks Victoria! That is awesome you went on your trip! Where all did you go?

You're welcome! It's a great generator for camping. Enjoy the new generator and thanks for watching!

Thank you! It is a great generator. We have really enjoy it so far. Thanks for watching!

Glad that it was helpful! Yeah, the warranties are kind of pricey. Glad I bought mine on the 4400 though, because that is the only reason I got the 4550. Enjoy the generator and thanks for watching!

Did they just swap you out with the warranty? How do they handle warranty on generators

Thanks Paul! Glad the generator is working out for you. Harbor Freight has definitely done a better job on their generators over the years. I've noticed they have gotten a lot better and the quality has gotten better too. Thanks for the comment and watching!

Is is much louder than the 3500?

On a 25% load at 23 feet the open frame is 64 dB where the enclosed one with the same load is 58 but considering my old standard generator was around 75 dB at the same distance so I think that is pretty impressive So yes the open frame inverter is a little louder but not by much

Yo, good to hear from you! Did you end up buying a soft start last year or do you still need to get one? It's a pretty easy install, at least mine was. Lol, that microphone jacket was nasty after being in the shop vac bag! Glad you got a kick of it!

Thanks Bob! It's a great generator. We really liked the version that came out last year. We are super excited for this new and improved version! Thanks for the comment and watching!

Thanks! Our camper has an AC soft start or easy start, My In Laws camper does not.

Glad the video was helpful! Enjoy the generator and thanks for watching!

I believe there is one model with a CO sensor and one without.

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It says the break in period is 30 hours. Within the first 30 hours you are not supposed to exceed 75% of the max load. I have not put that many hours on the generator yet or changed the oil yet. Only have maybe 5 hours on the generator. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching.

Thanks for the tip and watching!

Make sure you're not running it on eco mode when hooking up heavier appliances. Other than that, I don't know what to tell you. Maybe you could try using an adapter and see if the 30 amp receptacle works? I'm not sure, sorry I couldn't be more help.

Thank you so much for the super thanks! I really appreciate it!

That's personal preference whether you do or don't. I changed mine to an NGK.

Congrats on your new purchase! Yes, you need to add fuel stabilizer. This is what I buy: amzn.to/3xuBJbi Thanks for watching!

Nice! Not sure, I don't think I measured that.

Thanks! It's been a solid generator for us so far. I have never grounded the generator. I only plan to ground it if I run it in the bed of the truck or somewhere similar where it is not directly touching the ground. Hope that helps, thanks for watching!

Here's what the instructions says on page 14: Economy (ESC) Switch 1. Turn the Economy (ESC) Switch ON to limit noise and fuel consumption for lighter generator loads. 2. Turn the Economy (ESC) Switch OFF to operate engine at full speed: a. when starting b. when a heavy load is applied

It is the 4550 or the 4400? The 4400 had issues with exactly what you're talking about. Those were pulled from the shelves and they released the 4550.

How frequently would you be using the generator? I love this generator and it is amazing in just about every way! But.... it is a gas hog. We've noticed it consumes a lot more fuel than we expected. If you are going to be using this generator often, you may want to consider a generator that is more fuel efficient. If you go to Generator Bible, you can search for generators based on wattage, price, weight, etc. On Generator Bible they list the fuel consumption, that would be something you may want to consider if you will be running the generator often or for a long time. You may notice similar sized generators have the same fuel consumption - I'm not 100% sure. Thanks for subbing and watching!

Thanks for the comment and watching!

Some engine manufacturers do that, I have another small engine that is the same. I guess maybe for multiple access points depending on how the engine is setup? Not sure, but they both go to the same place.

Thank you. @@ColoradoCamperman

Lol, sorry! I loved the 2021 version of this generator. Now that the bugs are fixed, I am really excited about this version! I can't wait to put it to use on our next camping trip. Thanks for the comment and watching!

Yes, it is sold separately.

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It's really easy but messy. You remove one bolt and tilt the generator. Then you fill the generator with oil on either side where there is the oil dipstick. Not much to it! Thanks for watching.

I invested in a funnel with a long flexible tube, it is amazing! Here's the link on Amazon where I bought it: amzn.to/48UJ6sY Thanks for watching.

Lol! Thanks for the tip and watching.

BPR6ES - 7131 Thanks for watching!

Just curious why did you replace the new spark plug

No it does not come with oil. I believe it takes SAE 30 oil, but not 100% sure. It says in the manual.

Not sure about the compression, that is above my pay grade, lol! Sorry I couldn't help ya.

Did you ever figure it out.

@@carmenflowers818 unfortunately I could not get it working however on another video someone with a generator similar to this one. He did a compromise and I think it was 25 psi and it runs fine so I'm pretty sure it is not that

Agreed! Thanks for the comment and watching!

I would if I owned one.

Our 3500 did run the AC without a soft start, but, it would overheat constantly after maybe 2 to 3 hours in 90° weather. We would also be running it at high elevation (around 7,200' with a stock carb kit) which maybe had something to do with it. Thanks for watching.

@@ColoradoCamperman higher altitude will result in engines running hotter

Yes it does run the fridge too. Thanks for watching.

Glad the 3500 is working on for you. The 4550 has been working out great for us. Thanks for watching.

Lol! That was definitely not intentional! I meant to just do my shirt but got a little too close to the mic!

No, I do not have that knocking noise. Not sure if changing the spark plug would help or not. There is a chance it could stop it. I'm sorry I couldn't be more helpful! Good luck.

Potentially, it depends on the amperage of the jackhammer.

@@ColoradoCamperman a 15 amp jackhammer?

@@christianramirez1836 The normal outlets should work, if not, you could get an adapter to run it off the 30 amp outlet.

Sorry I don't know.

You'd have to look at the wattage of your space heaters. I'd guess 3-4 heaters.

Thanks for the comment and watching!

They have a smaller inverter generator that is probably similar to the 2200 Honda. This would definitely be too loud for a campground. Thanks for watching.

BPR6ES - 7131, no issues. Thanks for watching!

I usually just get a full synthetic SAE 30 oil from O'reilly.

@@ColoradoCamperman Thank you I just bought one ❤️

The generator has been great! It is a gas hog though, not super fuel efficient. If you run it on eco mode, it helps. Thanks for watching.

Glad to hear you have had so much luck with your old Coleman generator. As for the 30 amp connector, I am not an electrician, but, my wife's cousin is an electrician and we were going to have him add a 30 amp plug to our house. That way this generator could run our house, at least at a limited capacity. Hope that helps, thanks for watching!

Keep in mind that many inverter generators including this one (I have a Champion) the 30A plug is only three prongs and only supplies 120v. Your old Coleman (non-inverter) May have a four prong 30 Amp outlet. If so, that provides two hot legs at 240v and 120v between each hot leg and neutral. That is what might be required by a furnace…especially if you have some sort of generator back feed into your panel. Just need to know your requirements.

#51 in the parts manual, oil plug. Should be on page 22 of the manual.

Thanks for watching!

It came with the generator. There were actually 2 additional elevation kits in the box.

hmmm... there were not any kits in our box.. wondering if it was an open box ... I'll have to go back to the store and see what is up with that! We called the phone number in the manual and they referred us to a third party website for those kits and and wished us luck. I skipped ahead in your video to when you installed - should have watched the beginning to see the kits were in there. 😳Thanks for quick response 🙂 @@ColoradoCamperman

@@candsfly Maybe they just stopped putting those in the generators. I did buy my over a year ago. I know a lot of companies have been cutting back costs the last few years because of inflation. It's definitely worth checking with the store to see what the deal is. You're welcome!

It should be at Harbor Freight, item SKU: 64788.

How much that generator cost?

Oh man, I am literally editing a video on a comparison between the 3500 and 4550 right now! Yes, there is a difference between the 2 generators as far as noise level. The 3500 is extremely quiet. However, when you run your AC with the 3500, it is noisier. But, it is still quieter than the 4550. Are you going to be going to campgrounds and you are concerned about the noise of the 4550? Yes, one of the main reasons we got the 4550 was because of the overheating on the 3500. The 3500 will also not run my air compressor or welder. We plan on building on our camping property which has not power. So we needed a generator that could run our air compressor and welder. Stay tuned for that comparison video. It should post either tonight or tomorrow. Thanks for watching!

Thank you so much for the response. Yes at a particular campground, the non-electric sites do not allow "loud" generators at night. I was hoping the 4550 would be quiet enough with running the AC. I look forward to the comparison video.

@@BuckeyeWinery You're welcome! The video posts tonight at 6:45 MST.

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Yes, but it would overheat on hot days after about 2 hours of running our AC. Last year we didn't have any problems running the 4400 watt for as long as we needed and I'm guessing the 4550 will be the same. Thanks for watching!

@@ColoradoCamperman very interesting.

We have never grounded any of our generators over the years, nor do I know anybody that has ever grounded their generator. However, I think the instructions say you are supposed to ground the generator. If we used it on a more full-time setup, we would probably consider doing that. Thanks for watching.

No dual fuel, just gas. Thanks for watching.

Not sure how to do that. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful.

Not sure, sorry. If you read through all the comments, I think someone had mentioned it at sometime.

The generator can handle 30.4 amps. All your appliances you mentioned should have a tag on them that say how many amps they draw. Add all those up and see if they are under 30.4 amps. I'm guessing they will be under 30.4 amps, but that is also a lot of stuff. Hope that helps, thanks for watching.

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I don't know. I couldn't find the info in the manual and I can find the bag it came in. Sorry I couldn't help you.

Sometimes the stock spark plugs are in junk, so I just swap it out.

Reading replies I found the plug number but still not sure about synthetic oil use. Have you any answer on this?

I looked in the instruction manual and it did not say you couldn't use synthetic oil. So, I would think it would be fine.

@@ColoradoCamperman I couldn't find anything either is why I asked. Mines running perfect! Thanks

@@williamgoswick4392 Good to hear! It's been a great generator so far!

What did you use to see how loud it was?

Yep, thanks for watching.

Did not even know what gapping a spark plug meant until you said something. I did not modify the spark plug at all. Thanks for watching.

@@ColoradoCampermanI pick up the inverter last & I just matched the gap with the LG plug that came with the unit. It started on 1st pull. Loved your video very informative.

@@jcarter1742 Good to know, thanks for the info and sharing! Glad the video was helpful.

No, just gas. Thanks for watching.

Lol, I wish they did! I've earned them a ton of business. I've also gotten a lot of views and subscribers from these videos, which helps my channel out. As a bonus, I am helping people decide if this generator would work for them. I always look to KZfaq for reviews like this when making big purchases, so I figure this would help people out. Thanks for watching.

Not sure if they have a 15,000 or 13,500 BTU. No they do not have a soft start. The 4550 watt generator runs their AC fine. It was the 4400 watt that did not.

BPR6ES - 7131 Thanks for watching!

@@ColoradoCamperman thanks for the responses

@@sleekassassin6067 You're welcome!

I've heard some of the spark plugs in the Predator generators are garbage, so I changed it right away. Thanks for watching.

Sounds like you may have a faulty unit. I have not had any issues like that with ours. You should have a 90-day exchange/return with the generator. I think if you return it, there is a re-stocking fee but I don't think there is on an exchange. Good luck and thanks for watching.

@@ColoradoCamperman thanks for your reply! I definitely am going to get an exchange... it is a beast!

All of our lights flash when you turn the generator off. I've never thought anything of it.

13,500, thanks for watching!

Do you know how many amps the AC pulls? Our AC is labeled and is also on a 30amp breaker. Yours should be labeled or you can go to your panel and see how many amps the AC breaker is on. If that amperage of the AC and fridge is under the 30.4 amps, then you're good. Hope that helps, thanks for watching.

While I don't have this unit YET, I have some insight for you. My last camper had a 13.5k unit and I ran it with a Honda 2200 because we installed a SoftStart on the AC. Smooths out the initial surge on start (which is what most generators have issues with) and then once running the 2200 kept up. Our new 5th wheel has a 15k unit and I plan on installing another SoftStart and getting this 4450. Are you referring to an RV? If so, the fridge should run on low voltage (12v) and propane, if power is a concern. But my guess is it should run both (CCM was running a 15k AC and a microwave together), so long as they don't start at the same time (again, its the starting that draws the most power, not running).

Yep, thanks for watching.

Thanks! Feel free to put the questions on here, it would probably be helpful to others that may have the same questions.

OK Brian... The truth is... We've been watching your bids since the beginning of your awesome land purchase. We are in 32 ft. Motorhome #2., currently camping off grid at 10,000 ft., less than a few hours from you... Land is way too expensive here. As some luck goes though, haven't had the means to gather a "Chunk", similar to yours, Until Now... Was inquiring to you on the matter, just by chance..... @@ColoradoCamperman

@@jeaninebradley7855 Thanks for following me for that long! Land has gotten crazy expensive the last few years. We lucked out when we bought ours because now everything near us is at least double what we paid. I'm hoping things will settle down soon, but they only seem to be heating up more. If you guys are in a position to buy something, you might want to jump on it.

Thank You Kindly Brian!!@@ColoradoCamperman