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(More customer reviews)I bought this generator to have as an emergency battery charger run through our Xantrex inverter/charger aboard our cruising sailboat. I also wanted to have portable power for low power hand power tools without taking from the ship's battery bank. I wasn't sure if it would run my very fussy, electronically controlled Bosch saber saw because that saw won't run off our on board Xantrex inverter even though computers and other electronics work fine from from the on board 120v power. The Bosch runs perfectly off of the Honeywell 1000i: it must produce a true sign wave output.
It is shipped without oil, so I added the prescribed amount with the little spouted oil container provided (very handy for our 4 stroke 9.8 hp outboard too), added gas, and gave a pull. She started on the third pull and ran smooth and quieter than my old Honda 1000 watt generator. On subsequent tries both hot and cold, she started on the first pull.
That's how I reviewed it six months ago. After about 30 hours of use, the picture changed. First, the starter cord broke; warranty wouldn't cover it. Having more pressing projects aboard the boat, I paid a technician to fix it. Then it began to sometimes not start, other times quit after running for between 10 minutes and three hours. This pattern has continued through at least a month of twice weekly use. I have checked everything. When it won't go, it is because it has no spark. Won't bore you with technical details, but I understand small engines, so I checked things thoroughly. Appears to be a problem with the electronic module that controls the primary circuit of the magneto. Parts next to impossible to get. Honeywell certified technicians know less about it than I do. Most have never seen a small Honeywell. I have learned to hate this machine. Should have bought a Honda or Yamaha.
Bill Raley
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Honeywell HW1000i 1,000 Watt 53cc 4-Stroke Portable Gas Powered Inverter Generator (CARB Compliant)Great for recreational use--whether you're going camping, hosting a tailgating party, or just in need of a quiet portable power supply--the Honeywell HW1000i Portable Home Generator provides efficient, quiet, and clean power for all your pastimes. Able to simultaneously power laptops, portable radios, TVs, and more, the HW1000i is an ultra-compact workhorse designed to expand your on-the-road and at-home options.
Great for recreational use, including boating, camping, tailgating, and more.Simultaneously Power Your AppliancesThe CSA-listed, CARB- and 50-State-compliant HW1000i comes equipped with a four-stroke, single-cylinder, air-cooled Honeywell OHV engine that produces 900 rated watts of continuous power--plenty of juice to keep a range of appliances and electrical devices up and running. With this handy device, you can simultaneously power cordless phones, laptops, lights, radios, TVs, and electric fans. You can also individually power other items, including microwaves and desktop computers.
Offering an output of 120 volts, the HW1000i is an inverter generator, so it provides clean power and quiet operation. Also, this four-stroke unit requires only unleaded gasoline and oil. It will run for five hours when the 0.71-gallon tank is full, making it a great option for all your recreational needs. And at just 31 pounds and with built-in handles, it's easy to move and store.
Efficient and Easy to UseThe HW1000i is exceptionally easy to use and comes equipped with Smart Start Instructions to assist with fast starts. To help ensure trouble-free operation, an indicator light will illuminate, and the unit will completely shut down in low-oil conditions. An overload protection indicator light helps preserve the life of the HW1000i, and an economy mode allows you to save fuel and further reduce running sound.
The HW1000i is backed by a two-year warranty.
What's in the BoxHW1000i; owner's manual; oil fill container; oil drain pipe; spark plug wrench; screwdriver handle; and screwdriver universal bit.
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