09-09-2014, 01:34 AM
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Originally posted by terracore
Our catchment pump won't turn on with a 2,500 watt inverter (5,000 watt peak) but it does (barely) turn on with a 3500 watt generator.
I know, the real solution is a smaller catchment pump (I don't need a well pump, especially considering the tank is slightly uphill) but I enjoyed having the extra generator wattage during the Iselle outage.
p.s Costco in Kona has (or had) 7,000 watt (9,000 peak) "Champion" brand (Chinese) electric start dual-fuel generators (gas or propane) for $750. That's enough power for an entire house. (actual watts when used with propane are a bit lower than with gasoline)
Wait for it to go on sale. They have it for 150.00 off every couple of months. It is a quality machine and I only run it propane so far and the oil stay so much cleaner. More than enough power for most people. I recommend running off the 240V outlet / 60 amps with a transfer switch.