2009 model Magna 3000 (2600 Watt) Portable Inverter Generator - New 2010 4th generation, Quite, Lightweight, Portable Review

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(More customer reviews)I recieved the generator in a timely and everything was in good shape. The manual was fun to read with the descriptions appearing to be computer translated from Chinese. The generator feels a little tight when starting but a few pumps to the primer bulb seemed to do the trick and it started right up. I used it the first weekend I got it to power my rv, especially the AC unit. It would start the AC if everything else is turned off at the breaker panel and my AC unit was vented for "waterfall". (My deep cycle battery was very low and the converter had to be turned off.) I ran it HARD for two days in a Tennessee field, temps 96 degrees F and 60% humidity, after starting the AC I turned the breakers back on to everything but the microwave (I didn't want to risk it or produce any heat inside the RV). I ran it 6-8 hours a day for two days with no problems. Make sure you don't push the choke handle back too far, it will get stuck behind the rear cover.
It used about 50cc of oil during tha first weekend. this was enough to make it more sensitive to it's being out of level causing the low oil condition to shut it off. ALWAYS BRING THE SPECIAL OIL DISPENER WITH YOU!
The unit ran well during the weekend and if the AC was to finally shutdown, always after dark, we could watch tv and dvd player with plenty of 12 volts items (3 lights, 2 fans, stereo playing to the outside) and the generator would idle down very low and make very little sound.

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Product Description:
You are looking at the all new 2010 September 4th generation variable engine speed Magna 3000 Watt digital inverter generator in attractive red color. It is very similar to Honda EU2000i but with more power. It is light weight, quiet, and portable. It has a built-in 30 AMP (TT-30R) standard RV receptacle. You don't need any adapter or loss of power for RV connection. It is brand new in box and in stock ready to ship. It is also the most powerful portable inverter generator and with pure sinewave output. This generator is save for sensitive electronics like personal computer and communications devices.Magna generators are state-of-the-art power generators. They are small, efficient and quiet operation, these generators will run longer and cost you less while providing the best power output in the industry. It had been selling in Europe and Asia for a while in the 220V market. It has the extra wattage to power some of the newer ultra efficient RV AC, it is the best portable generator on the market for 5th wheels and travel trailers. Tested on smaller 18' to 24' RV's - We ran some tests on 5th wheels and travel trailers. This Magna 3000 Watt can handle most of the newer 13,500 BTU rooftop RV AC units. This 2nd generation has more reserve power to start the RV air conditioner without overload. Most RV AC need 4000 Watts for 2 seconds at cool start and this Magna 3000 can handle it. Rated frequency (Hz) 60, Rated voltage (V) 120 only, Rated current (A) 22.5, Rated speed 900 RPM to 5000 RPM, Rated output power 2,500 Watts, Max output power 2,600 Watts (The same model was previously rated 3,000 Watt, it is the same generator but Manga just want to account for the wattage drop when the generator getting hot). DC output, 12V-8.3 A (charging cable included), Electric circuit breaker, Fuel tank capacity 1.75 gallonsVariable engine speed with Econo Throttle (can switch off),Engine Displacement (cc) - high quality 150 cc EPA certified engine1 year warranty

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Xantrex Technologies 852-2071 Xpower AC/DC Powerpack Solar With 400 Watt Inverter, Two AC Outlets, USB Port, And Digital Display Review

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(More customer reviews)If the Xantrex Xpower Powerpack Solar lived up to its specifications, I would rate it 5 stars and consider it well worth the money.That's why I bought it in the first place.Unfortunately, its performance falls short of the manufacturer's claims.

The overall design of the product is very nice.I had considered building something similar based on a how-to article in Popular Science, but the Powerpack is so nicely packaged for only a couple dollars more, I chose to buy it.

The Powerpack disappoints in the amount of energy stored in its battery that is available to power other electronic devices.The battery is specified as 12 volts and 10 amp-hours.As such, I was expecting to get as much as 120 watt-hours from it, but I barely get half that.

As a test, I fully charged the battery using the included AC adapter.By "fully", I mean the unit claimed to be charged.I then ran the built-in LED lights.The manual claims they should run for 48 hours.They ran 27.5 hours for me.

I assumed this performance reflected a bad unit and exchanged it.The new unit performs similarly.Either the battery in the unit performs poorly, or the electronics to monitor and control the battery state-of-charge are weak.

As another example of the poor performance, I charged the unit completely (again based on its built-in indicator that charging is done).It indicated 100 percent charge when I turned on the AC or DC output, but as soon as I plugged in any load, it almost immediately dropped to 70 or even 60 percent.Soon after the unit's indicator dropped to 40 percent, the unit shut itself down.

So, on the one hand, this is a nice unit to carry around, and it does slowly-but-surely charge the internal battery using the included 5 watt solar panel.It does a fine job charging cell phones and iPods, and a barely acceptable job charging a notebook computer.Compared to its specifications, and for that matter my previous experience with the Xantrex Powerpack Mobile Mini, however, the product is a disappointment.

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Product Description:
Operate your favorite gadgets anywhere with the Xantrex XPower Powerpack Solar. This portable solar device provides 400 watts of household power to run appliances and electronics. The Powerpack Solar's solar panel continuously captures, stores, and converts the sun's energy and extends the runtime of many portable devices. Two AC outlets, a DC socket, and a USB port give you plenty of options for simultaneously operating anything from laptops to cell phones to small TVs.
The Xantrex XPower Powerpack Solar
At a Glance:

400 watts of power
Quiet, "green" alternative to a generator
Detachable 5-watt solar panel
Extends device runtime by up to 25 percent
2 AC outlets, 1 DC outlet, and 1 USB port can work simultaneously

The Powerpack lets you run devices from anywhere and extends runtimes up to 25 percent. View larger.

Quieter and more compact than a generator, this powerful tool adds fun and comfort to your travels. View larger.Portable Power for All Your Electronics
A perfect companion for road trips, vacations, and camping, the Powerpack Solar can simultaneously run multiple devices thanks to its two 120-volt AC outlets, single 12-volt DC outlet, and USB port. The powerful built-in 400-watt inverter and sealed, spill-free 10-amp/hour AGM battery can power anything from a CD player to a 13-inch TV to a laptop to an air compressor. At the same time, the built-in USB port makes it easy to charge digital music players, cell phones, computer peripherals, and more.
A handy three-digit display helps you keep tabs on your Powerpack Solar's battery power. For those times when you want to conserve your battery, an AC charger is included for charging from a standard wall outlet, and a DC charger is included for charging from a vehicle or RV battery.
For added convenience, the Powerpack Solar runs quietly, making it a great alternative to a generator. Non-slip rubber surrounds protect the Powerpack Solar from bumps and scuffs, and two built-in lamps help you set up the unit when the lights go out or when you're getting cozy in a tent.
Clean, Green Renewable Solar Power
The XPower Powerpack Solar is the first power pack to incorporate solar power in a compact, portable power source. It's completely self renewing, which means the five-watt solar panel captures, stores, and converts the sun's energy, replenishes the XPower Powerpack Solar's battery, and extends the runtime of many devices by up to 25 percent. An added bonus, the solar panel is detachable, so you can charge the battery and leave the panel in a safe place when you go to the beach or tackle the trail.
The XPower Powerpack Solar is covered by a six-month warranty. It measures 15.0 x 4.5 x 10.25 inches (LxWxH) and weighs 12.3 pounds.
About Xantrex
Xantrex Technology Inc. (xantrex.com), a subsidiary of Schneider Electric, is a world leader in the development, manufacturing and marketing of advanced power electronic products and systems for the renewable and mobile power markets. The company's products convert and control raw electrical power from any central, distributed, renewable, or backup power source into high-quality power required by electronic equipment and the electricity grid. Xantrex is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, with facilities in the United States, Germany and Spain, and a joint venture in China.
What's in the Box
Rechargeable solar-powered battery pack, AC charger, and DC charger.


Use it while camping, at the beach, or even from your own backyard to operate anything from laptops to cell phones.
The AC outlets, DC socket, and USB port can work simultaneously.

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