Wow perfect I just bought this one Saturday Still in the box and not had a chance to open it yet I was wondering if it had a hour meter

It's possible that your geny just needs a valve adjustment to get it back to starting on the first pull. It's not too difficult and there are a number of videos on how to do it. Here's a couple:kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bZ17aLhhnbqxoGw.html&ab_channel=Steve%27sSmallEngineSaloon kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aMiWp6SSnq6cfnU.html&ab_channel=Steve%27sSmallEngineSaloon

@@brazoon1 Thanks, I'll look into it

This comment is coming from a smart man. I've been thorough many ice storms, hurricanes and other events where we lost power. I only run what's needed for emergency purposes only. I'll even shuffle the appliances when needed. Some people think they need to run the whole house during emergency situations. That racks up huge fuel costs. I commend you on being SMART.

@@afn-bd2ro You raise a good point. Most of the time I use eco because the load, (fans, lights, refers and electronics), don't draw enough for surging. If the load gets to the point of noticeable surge, like the electric garage door lift, I take it out of eco prior. I haven't had any issues with solid state computers or appliances to date. The quality of the voltage and frequency is amazingly stable as demand ebbs and flows. I recently purchased a used 2000i on MarketPlace $600 just to run a window AC. (We dodged Betty) Best wishes. G

That's a great idea

Peter, how is the noise level on propane?

@@williamcrowley5506 The noise level is the same, I haven't noticed any difference between propane or gasoline. The big difference is exhaust smell... there is practically none on propane. If you have propane/natural gas for cooking/heating in your home then you already know how clean it burns. Nice to have at camp and not smell any gas odors while the generator is running. Also, I have noticed the engine oil is staying cleaner and for longer periods of time. I haven't pulled the spark plug yet, but I imagine with how smooth the engine runs and being so clean on propane, that it's probably doing just fine. One other plus, I camp year round in Arizona and go through elevation changes from 500' to 8,500', and adjusting the propane regulator for smooth running at any elevation is simple with a screwdriver and only takes a minute or two. No more changing jets inside the carburetor. Any other questions, just ask and I'll share my experiences with the conversion kit.

Patton rights?

Niice

keep your eu2200i and get another 2200 to run together that is more powerful and less expensive

Screening spline makes for a great replacement.

@@g.elliott4789 I've been having trouble finding the foam THank

I found "Aspen" fuel from fire fighters using it. It has about a five year shelf life, and doesn't plug up carburetors or injectors. I swear buy it now for equipment that I don't run often. They make 2 stroke fuel also. For fuel I need a one year or winter storage I use Chevron 94 octane (in Canada). Has no methanol or ethanol, meaning it's more stabile than blended and retains octane rating much longer. Good luck :⁠-⁠)

@@billmcmeekin7909 Hi, All correct as ethanol is what causes gas to deteriorate. Thankfully (and so far) the US has not moved the base amount of ethanol from 10% to 15%. Except for lead, this is the worst thing that you could be added to gas.

I try useing non ethanol gas This run better but in an emergency not always available

Good point…but…note the “Fuel Off” position on the On-Off switch. Select the Fuel Off position and the carb will run dry. No more draining the carb on these newer models.

@@mannypuerta5086 Regular fuel in feed lines and tank still goes bad. That's why I run alternative, in long sitting engines, is all, now.

That generator can put out 18 amps max. A short run of 12 gauge cord is well within the safety margin and perfectly safe. A 10 gauge cord is good for 30 amps, which is overkill. That being said, he could have used the original 10 gauge cord and just cut the fat end off and wired on a new plug.

Those are called suicide cords, better be careful. And like you said the utility breaker better remain open.

Question, what do the solar panels do? I figured during a power outage you could use solar.

@@lennymcmillion if the sun is out, and daytime.

BS

There in WA you should also only use ethanol free gas. A little more expensive but every power equipment shop will confirm it is the way to go. If you are at JBLM you should check out J & I Power Equipment (OLY & Yelm).

Buy the best and you can forget the rest. Congratulations on buying the best generators in the market. Mine are over 25 years old and still going strong. I don’t buy cheap junk.

Thanks for sharing

Yes I think a 3kw model is more suited to a family home and clearly as the fuel tank is so much bigger than the little 2k brother. But I also think the 2k is excellent for carrying around for spot jobs and boat repairs.

The 3000 is more than double the cost of the 2200. I’d rather have 2) 2200’s that can be run in parallel if needed.

Grenergy kit for propane and NG is well made. I prefer to run mine on propane now. Eu3000is

Yes you can always go cheap but if that knock off china junk quits on you, how many dollars worth of food in your freezer and refrigerator did you loose? I have two of the Honda EU2000i's that I have had for over 19 years and have NEVER let me down, Go for the best and forget the rest.

Convert them to propane different companies have kits

Battery powered lathers and flashlights are all is needed for going in basement

@@Asidebar "lathers"? I was just saying how nice it is to have automatic lights come on when u need them.

You'll need the Reliance 306CRK (or 306LRK) 30 amp model to take advantage of the EU3000's additional potential. The transfer switch depicted in this video is 15 amps max; your 3000 will go 25 amps max at full surge capacity.

I have a changeover switch installed at my house. The problem is that I have no idea when the mains power resumes. At night I can look at the street lights. The daytime is a problem. I have intalled a buzzer on the wall where it can be heard anywhere in the house. This buzzer runs from the mains. I have installed a switch alongside. The switch is only switched on when the house is running from the generator (Yamaha EF2400I). When the mains resumes, the buzzer then sounds. Works very well.

@@gregschulz7855 Very good idea.

Wow, I didn't know they were going to ban gas generators. That's crazy.

Banned for sale, not banned for use.

For heat, I use the Mr. Heater Big Buddy heaters that run off of propane. They work great.

He didn't say it would work for everybody; there are always exceptions, like your requirements.

That's what I was thinking 2200 watts isn't a lot , a refrigerator compressor kicking on draws more than half that wattage by itself, a generator that small is good to power TVs, some lamps ,computer, gas stove but trying to run a window air conditioner, refrigerator or a washing machine and those things at the same time might overload it, I think its funny how people think just because its a Honda it is good as a lower quality bigger wattage generator , Honda make excellent stuff but it is still only a 2200 watt generator

That's interesting. Yamaha themselves say the latest version of the EF2200is will run 10.5 hrs at 1/4 load, which of course works out to about 5 hrs. at 50% load, and that's with an extra .25 gallons of fuel on board compared to the Honda. You must have an exceptional machine for it to run over 8 hours at 50% load.

@@jmljml5065 I don’t think so. What is 50%, load? I truly don’t know. Without access to a lab with testing equipment to adjust and monitor output, maintain amp draw, etc., I can only estimate. What I do have is years of use and thousands of hours on the Yamaha generator. Mine is an older one-an E2000. I used it to power a 20ft camper at my hunting camp. Nightly it powered outdoor lighting (no LED), my CPAP machine, furnace, water pump, TV, microwave, all the while charging the camper batteries. Every night it would run between 12 and 14 hours - always. My buddy who had the camper across from me bought the Honda. Aside from the CPAP machine, he had the same routine as me. He always had to re-fuel while my generator still had hours to go. He is the one who actually noticed this and it became a source of aggravation for him. I might add that the Yamaha is an excellent machine. It has always started on the first pull and I’m convinced the engine will run indefinitely. I’ve owned two Honda automobiles and am less than impressed with the Honda brand but their generators appear to be good. . If the intended use is in the field for power tools or such, then having to re-fuel more often may not be as important. But using it during the night and not having to go out in the cold with the gas can, I can assure you is a big deal. My point was and is simply this: The Yamaha has a longer run time than the Honda. For whatever reason, all things being equal, the Yamaha runs hours longer than the Honda - fact. Thank you and good luck with your power management.

@@almccallie4314 Like I said, your machine sounds wonderful. I wonder why rental outfits typically use Hondas for rentals and not Yamahas? Sounds like they're missing something.

@@jmljml5065Because consumers are brand conscious. Appliances are the same way. A housewife will choose Whirlpool over Roper when they are the same thing and Roper actually has less frequency of repair. People are like cattle.

@@almccallie4314 Interesting. I figured it was because Yamaha does not offer a commercial warranty for their generators, and Honda, of course, does.

Just bought one hoping I could run a couple of small electric heaters and you saying I can’t? Eventually I’d like to get the transfer switch to run my oil turn f heat ?

Check out this video where I talk about wattage requirements: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gMqDdcinqN3Wm4E.html

Don't listen to this clown! 2 kw will run everything in your house? Then why is your main breaker 150-200 amps? Go ahead, connect your window AC unit and an older refrigerator to that little 2 kw gen. If/when they both start at the same time you'll stall the generator if your lucky. If not you'll burn it up

Buy the best and you can forget the rest.

Awesome. I'll have to look into the Rigid 10 gauge cord. Thanks for the info. Luckily we have a family member that is a licensed electrician and he installed the box for us at no cost.

@@SensiblePreparedness NICE!

The newer inverter type refrigerators don't have a surge on compressor startup. My LG refrigerator runs on 2.5A or 300 watts with no surge.

I go into detail about my wattage requirements in this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gMqDdcinqN3Wm4E.html

It is not hesitating. It is just revving up to take on the load. You EU2200i has an electronic governor which is why it can respond to the load

Yes of course. When you parallel two EU2200 together you double everything except the voltage and Hz. I have two of the much older EU2000 and they do everything I need when the power goes down. Just make sure that you only pull power out of the 30 amp twist lock plug on the companion model

The advantage of a transfer switch is it isolates the generator from the main panel. With a interlock kit, you are sharing the main panel, if theres a failure in the main breaker from the grid or the generator, you’re in trouble. Unlikely, but it’s a possibility.

Your an electrician but admit you hook up your generator illegally? You know damn well it's against code!

@@kirkstinson7316 there is no 'illegally' hooking up a portable generator. That'd be complete insanity for someone to say you can't feed your electrical panel via a portable generator. As long as you isolate the service from back feeding through your meter and onto utility wires everything is fair game.

Yes Hondas are absolutely the best. I have two of the EU2000i and they are over 25 years older and still running strong. But I do change the oil and I do drain the fuel for storage. My garage has nothing but Hondas. 😊🎉

The peak output of the utility far exceeds the rating of the yeti switch, so…..

@@Vic-dog The peak output of the utility also far exceeds any individual circuit breaker in the breaker box where all the circuit breakers are located, whether you have this Yeti switch or not. The Yeti switchbox has 14gauge wires in it. If you look up ampacity of 14 gauge wire, it's 15 amps. 125V times 15 amps equals 1875 watts. If the power were to go out and you plugged your generator into the Yeti switch, you would use an extension cord that has a NEMA 5-15 female plug to do that. A NEMA 5-15 plug (or socket) is rated at 1875w.

Yes, yes,yes. My garage is full of Honda products and you’re right, 1 or 2 pulls and we are ready to go. Buy the best and you can forget the rest. And they last a long time. At 70+ no more cheep junk for me.

Great idea.