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02-06-2020, 03:36 PM #11
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02-06-2020, 03:38 PM #12
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I keep hearing a lot of good stuff about the Predator Line from Harbor Freight. I don't need anything since I have a 2000 W and a 4000W to use as needed. But..... I DW ever closes her eyes long enough I may get one just because.
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02-06-2020, 03:45 PM #13
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GDRV site has an Owners Manual section as well as the one you should have received with your Imagine which has a page(s) listing the approx. amps draw for the various electrical components. https://www.granddesignrv.com/owner-...owners-manuals
Looks like it is page 84 of your manual for the latest version. The amps listed X volts (120) will yield watts as noted at the top of the page as copied from the manual and posted as follows:
Approximate Electrical Load Ratings
Use the actual amperage of the appliance when possible.
(Watts ÷Volts)
120 Volt System
Air Conditioner 14-18 amps
Coffee Maker 6-12 amps
Converter (Each) 8-11 amps
Curling Iron or Hair Dryer 10-14 amps
DVD /Blu-ray System 3 amps
Microwave 12 amps
Refrigerator 6 amps
Satellite Receiver 2 amps
TV 2-4 amps
Vacuum Cleaner 8 amps
Washer / Dryer 12 amps
Water Heater 12 amps
By the way, Tucson Jim who is not active on the forum any longer conducted a test of various generators including noise levels. As I recall both he and his son decided upon Champions. A search will find the threads/posts if you wish to do so.
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02-07-2020, 11:45 AM #14
My Cabelas model is a champion and its 2 years old and might as well be a jumbo jet at the campsite. Hence looking towards something smaller and lighter and most importantly quieter.
Than onan p2500 is looking really tempting. Can be run in parrellel, 46lbs, 58 decibles and 1/2 the cost of the honda. Might even get away with AC on one with that soft start thing... just wish they had remote start.
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02-07-2020, 12:18 PM #15
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Attached couple threads from Tucson Jim sharing feedback on the Champion 2000 and related items as shared in my post #12 :
https://www.mygrandrv.com/forum/show...light=champion
https://www.mygrandrv.com/forum/show...light=champion
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02-07-2020, 02:10 PM #16
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02-07-2020, 03:43 PM #17
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02-07-2020, 06:39 PM #18
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There's a big difference between construction and general use generators. They run at full throttle all the time--sucking gas and making noise. Inverter Generators only run fast enough to provide the electricity being demanded. They're very quiet and fuel efficient.
As far as Champion inverter generators, they're probably 5% louder than the very expensive Honda/Yamaha inverter generators. But they're nothing like old Briggs powered junk generators campers use at NASCAR tracks. They're very quiet.
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02-08-2020, 07:53 PM #19
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02-09-2020, 07:04 AM #20
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Ditto on the microair easy start. Don't buy a cheaper generator, get a Honda or Yamaha, they last for years without problems and perform the best. Too bad Echo doesn't make a generator, I can pick up my chainsaw after not running it for 5 years and it starts on the third pull. BTW I purchased a couple Generac 2000w models and don't recommend them, their throttle response to an inductive load leaves a lot to be desired. Although mine are 5 yrs old, they may be a lot better now. If I had it to do over I would have bought the Honda's.
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