Firman 9400/7500W Tri Fuel Generator with CO Shut Off - 1119.99 ($280.00 discount)

sks8100 wrote: ↑ This deal is cold.
I’d rather this one at HD - https://www.homedepot.ca/product/firman ... 1001681846

neatooo wrote: ↑ It only makes a difference if you are running gas or LPG. NG output is the same and chances are people will run this on NG and not move it around, weights 240 lbs

IslandDeal wrote: ↑ Thanks OP.

This is NOT an inverter generator so you shouldn't use it with any electronics. It's good for vacuums, heaters and power tools.

Many ovens, dishwashers, refrigerators, washing machines and dryers have electronics now, so I wouldn't use it. I would definitely Not connect it to a modern TV or sound system.

I tried to use a Non Inverter generator with a PC once. (I had a UPS with Surge protector so I thought it would be safe.) It did NOT work at all. The UPS's alarm light would blink, and it did NOT supply any power.)

Pupsik27 wrote: ↑ What type of generator would be advisable for electronics use? Or is it possible to get an “attachment” of some sort to regulate the voltage? One time I had to replace an electrical panel in the winter. So I decided to connect the fan for the gas furnace to the generator. It usually runs on 115V, i connected it and burned furnaces igniter. After measuring the voltage out of the generatir 115v plug - it wasnt consistent. It was fluctuating between 130-145V.

Pupsik27 wrote: ↑ What type of generator would be advisable for electronics use? Or is it possible to get an “attachment” of some sort to regulate the voltage? One time I had to replace an electrical panel in the winter. So I decided to connect the fan for the gas furnace to the generator. It usually runs on 115V, i connected it and burned furnaces igniter. After measuring the voltage out of the generatir 115v plug - it wasnt consistent. It was fluctuating between 130-145V.

Pupsik27 wrote: ↑ What type of generator would be advisable for electronics use? Or is it possible to get an “attachment” of some sort to regulate the voltage? One time I had to replace an electrical panel in the winter. So I decided to connect the fan for the gas furnace to the generator. It usually runs on 115V, i connected it and burned furnaces igniter. After measuring the voltage out of the generatir 115v plug - it wasnt consistent. It was fluctuating between 130-145V.

NineMileRFDR wrote: ↑ An inverter generator is what you should use when dealing with sensitive electronics as they have the ability to regulate themselves while running to output "clean" power (minimal fluctuations)

Non inverter generators produce gobs more useable power but is really just for utility(emergency) items...eg....heater coils(furnace/baseboard, water/septic pumps, electric hot water heaters....not limited to those but are the most common. The power produced is not properly regulated (when running and there is a power draw the engine surges up and down creating at times questionable power output levels)

Inverter Pros
- Small much more portable
- Cleanest output power
- Usually quieter

Inverter Cons

- Higher cost
- Portable inverter generators usually don't produce as much useable power as opposed the non inverter models

Myself being rural ...I need the emergency stuff for toilets, shower , water, heat...I have a large portable non inverter generator. I do try to avoid using tv and computer during that time if I need to run but they still work in a pinch...but your gambling. I charge my portable devices phone and tablet and just usually have my router and ISP modem always connected for entertainment purposes

Pupsik27 wrote: ↑ I checked Costco website there seems to be limited wattage on inverter generators. Any good suggestion for 6000-8000 running watts, preferably 240 and 115v and multi fuel. Remote start would be a great feature. Thank you.