A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator - 1,600 Running Watts - Gas - Manual Start
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A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator - 1,600 Running Watts - Gas - Manual Start
Item # 289-SUA2000i
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A-iPower Generators - 289-SUA2000i
- 2000 Starting Watts
- Inverter
- Gas
- 12 Volt Output
- 120 Volt Output
- Recoil Start
- Hand Carry
- A-iPower
- 1600 Running Watts
- CARB Approved
This inverter generator supplies clean power for tailgating or small appliances in your RV. Parallel with another A-iPower generator for increased output. Quiet operation won't drown out campground conversation. Safe for sensitive electronics.
Features:
- 2,000-Watt inverter generator provides a portable power source
- Safely charges and runs sensitive electronic devices like HDTVs and computers
- Easy-start engine with recoil handle offers reliable startup
- Built-in parallel ability lets you pair with another A-iPower inverter generator for increased output
- Economy mode reduces engine noise and conserves fuel to increase run time
- Senci 4-stroke engine uses standard unleaded gas - no need to mix gas and oil
- Quiet operation won't drown out campground conversation
- Warning lights, voltage regulator, and spark arrestor promote accident-free use
- Clean-running engine meets CARB and EPA standards
Specs:
- Outlets:
- (1) 120V 20-amp
- (1) 120V 30-amp L5-30R (includes TT-30R adapter)
- (1) 12V 8.3-amp DC
- Starting (surge) power output: 2,000 watts
- Running (rated) power output: 1,600 watts
- Continuous run time:
- At rated load: 4 hours
- At 1/2 load: 7 hours
- Noise level (normal conversation is 60 dB):
- Measured at 23' away at 1/2 load: 58 dB
- Engine type: Senci 79-cc, single cylinder, air-cooled, 4-stroke OHV
- Horsepower: 2.5
- Fuel type: gasoline
- Capacity: 1.1 gal
- Oil type: SAE 10W-30
- Capacity: 0.4 qt
- Power line frequency: 60 Hz
- Dry weight: 46 lbs
- Dimensions: 20" long x 11" wide x 19" tall
- 2-Year warranty for residential use
Includes:
- 30-Amp RV adapter
- DC charging cable
- Spark plug wrench
- Oil funnel
Note: Gas generators produce carbon monoxide, which is poisonous. For your safety, always be sure to operate this gas-powered generator outdoors.
Certifications
Meets the following important certification standards:
- US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
- California Air Resources Board (CARB)
Powerful, Portable Generator
The A-iPower SUA2000i inverter generator packs 2,000 watts of clean AC power to get you up and running whether you're at the campsite, worksite, or tailgate party. This powerful generator comes with (1) 120V outlet for powering household appliances, tools, and electronic devices. It features (1) 120V L5-30R twist-lock outlet for large appliances and motorized tools with greater electrical demands. Lastly, it includes (1) 12V 8.3-amp DC outlet that charges automotive and marine batteries.
As an added convenience, the SUA2000i also includes a TT-30R adapter that lets you plug your RV into the generator's 120V 30-amp L5-30R twist-lock outlet. This ensures you'll have access to electricity no matter where you take your RV or if there's a power outage at the campground.
Finally, this compact unit weighs only 46 lbs and has a built-in ergonomic handle, making it easy to take with you no matter where you go.
Safe for Sensitive Electronic Devices
Electronic devices are made with delicate circuitry that requires steady, controlled electrical current. The current produced by standard generators, however, is uncontrolled, allowing extreme fluctuations in power. These fluctuations can damage your sensitive electronic devices. This generator, on the other hand, has a built-in inverter that controls the voltage that is produced. This important feature ensures the generator is safe to use with your electronic equipment such as cell phones, computers, and medical devices.
Easy-Start Engine
This generator features a recoil pull handle that provides easy manual startup. It uses standard unleaded gas, so there is no need to mix gas and oil.
Before starting your generator, ensure nothing is connected to the outlets. Start your generator and let the engine run for a few minutes to warm up and stabilize. Once the generator is up and running, follow the recommended order of operation: connect the device with the highest starting watts first, like your air conditioner or refrigerator, then work your way down to the device with the lowest starting watts. By connecting devices in this order, you'll ensure the generator has enough power to start high-wattage loads.
Built-in Parallel Ability
This A-iPower generator has built-in parallel capability, which lets you pair it with another A-iPower inverter generator. This allows you to run equipment with higher electrical demands by increasing the power output. You can pair it directly with another 2,000 watt generator (sold separately) to increase power output to 3,800 watts. Simply plug the included cables into the corresponding parallel ports on each generator's control panel.
Economy Mode Provides Fuel Efficiency
With the flip of a switch, you can activate the generator's economy mode feature. This mode adjusts engine speed to match the power demands of your connected devices. When using low-draw devices like tablets, cell phones, televisions, and radios, the engine runs more efficiently to save fuel and keeps noise to a minimum. The engine only runs at normal speed when additional power is needed. For example, when using a power tool, the engine will only speed up when the device is actively being used. This mode is not only kinder to your pocketbook and your ears, it's also easier on the environment.
Safety Features
This generator comes with a number of safety features to protect you, the environment, and the generator itself. The control panel contains 2 warning lights that indicate low oil and overloading. When the engine is low on oil, it will automatically shut down to prevent damage. If an overload is detected, either by exceeding the generator's limits or a power surge, the circuit breaker will stop supplying power to the connected devices. The digital voltage regulator assists in minimizing voltage fluctuations which helps to maintain a steady flow of electricity. Also, a built-in spark arrestor helps prevent any sparking that might burn someone or start a fire.
Choosing a Generator
When choosing a generator, you need to match the generator's starting and running output with the electrical demands of the equipment you want to operate.
Power Demands
Starting (surge) wattage is the power a device requires at startup. Running (rated) wattage is the power needed to keep the device running. A large appliance with an electric motor such as a furnace, refrigerator, air conditioner, or washing machine may require 2 to 3 times more starting wattage than running wattage.
It is always best to start your generator with no load connected, then add each device one at a time. Additionally, a good practice to consider is connecting your devices in order from highest starting watts to lowest starting watts. As you connect and start devices, your available wattage decreases. This order of operation allows you to start devices with the highest power demands when there is more power available.
Will This Generator Run My RV Air Conditioner?
At etrailer, we perform numerous tests on generators that put them through real-world experience. An extensive part of this testing includes starting and running RV air conditioners. The following table will help you decide if the e3200 inverter generator has enough power to handle this critical function in your RV.
| Air Conditioner | Will it start and run? |
|---|---|
| Single 13,500 Btu | No |
| Single 15,000 Btu | No |
| Dual 15,000 Btu | No |
Running Watts and Starting Watts of Common Appliances
| Appliance | Running Watts | Starting Watts |
|---|---|---|
| Air compressor (1/2 hp) | 1,000 | 2,000 |
| Air conditioner (15,000 Btu) | 1,600 | * |
| Air conditioner (13,500 Btu) | 1,300 | * |
| Air conditioner (10,000 Btu) | 1,000 | * |
| Blender | 400 | 850 |
| Cell phone charger | 11 | 0 |
| Clock radio | 4 | 0 |
| Coffee maker (high setting) | 1,066 | 0 |
| Crock pot (low setting) | 126 | 0 |
| Crock pot (high setting) | 374 | 0 |
| Desktop computer | 150 - 350 | 0 |
| DVD player | 14 | 0 |
| Electric drill (3/8" / 4 amps) | 450 | 600 |
| Electric space heater (high setting) | 1,450 | 0 |
| Floor fan | 100 | 0 |
| Hair dryer (low setting) | 160 | 0 |
| Hair dryer (high setting) | 1,300 | 0 |
| LCD television (32") | 68 | 0 |
| Microwave | 1,000 | 0 |
| Refrigerator | 800 | 1,600 |
| Washing machine | 1,150 | 2,250 |
| Work light (quartz halogen) | 1,000 | 0 |
* The starting wattage on air conditioners can vary greatly depending on several factors, including the assistance of built-in capacitors and cold starts. Because of this, we can't list a standard starting wattage as every application can be different.
Determining Your Power Needs
The following section provides calculations for wattage estimates. This will give you an overall picture of your potential power usage and help you decide on the generator that is right for you.
Industry Standard Calculation
The Industry Standard Calculation is a quick and easy way to determine your required wattage. It may provide some padding in your wattage requirements, which could give you more power than you actually need, but you shouldn't have to worry about not having enough power. The following steps will help you quickly calculate the correct size generator to meet your application.
As stated earlier, you should always start your generator without any load, and then connect each device one at a time. The following calculation requires this approach to work. However, using this calculation removes the worry of connecting devices in a certain order.
1. Determine the starting watts and running watts for the devices that you want to plug into the generator.
a. Find the starting (surge) watts and running (rated) watts for each device that you want to plug into the generator. Look for a sticker or plate on each device or check your owner's manuals.
b. If your device or manual only shows amps and volts, watts can also be determined through a simple formula. (Amps x Volts = Watts)
c. List all of your starting watts and running watts as seen in Table 1 below.
Table 1
| Example Devices | Starting Watts | Running Watts |
|---|---|---|
| Air compressor | 2,000 | 1,000 |
| Refrigerator | 1,600 | 800 |
| Microwave | 0 | 1,000 |
| Blender | 850 | 400 |
2. To find the total starting watts required, add the starting watts for the device with the highest value to the running watts of all the other devices from Table 1.
2,000 + 800 + 1,000 + 400 = 4,200 total starting watts
3. To find the total running watts, add all of the running watts together from Table 1.
1,000 + 800 + 1,000 + 400 = 3,200 total running watts
To run all of these devices simultaneously, you would require a generator with at least 4,200 starting watts and 3,200 running watts.
Advanced, Precise Calculation
While the method for calculating your power needs outlined above will work, it isn't the most precise. If you aren't afraid of doing a little more math, you can use the Advanced, Precise Calculation to get a more accurate idea of how much power you will need and potentially save yourself some money. Because the calculation above pads in enough power to ensure you can start your devices in any order, it may point you to a bigger and more expensive generator than you need. However, by following the more regimented, order-of-operations calculation below, you'll get a much more precise idea of how much power you need, which could in turn point you to a smaller and less expensive generator.
Again, you should always start your generator without any load, and then connect each device one at a time. The following calculation also requires that you start your devices in order from highest starting watts to lowest starting watts. When you connect devices in this order, you can start high demand devices when there is more power available.
1. Determine the starting watts and running watts for each device that you want to plug into the generator.
a. Find the starting (surge) watts and running (rated) watts for each device that you want to plug into the generator. Look for a sticker or plate on each device or check your owner's manuals.
b. If your device or manual only shows amps and volts, watts can also be determined through a simple formula. (Amps x Volts = Watts)
c. List out these devices from highest starting watts to lowest starting watts as seen in Table 2 below.
Table 2
| Example Devices | Starting Watts | Running Watts |
|---|---|---|
| Air compressor | 2,000 | 1,000 |
| Refrigerator | 1,600 | 800 |
| Microwave | 0 | 1,000 |
| Blender | 850 | 400 |
2. To find the total running watts, add all of the running watts together from Table 2.
1,000 + 800 + 1,000 + 400 = 3,200 total running watts
3. In Table 3, shown below, the values from Table 2 are used to calculate the highest total starting watts required as devices are connected and running. This number represents the highest power requirement you will encounter as you connect all of your devices to the generator. To find this, add the starting watts of each new device you connect to the combined running watts of all connected devices. The highest of these numbers will be the total starting watts required. And again, remember to always connect devices in order from highest starting watts to lowest starting watts.
Table 3
| Device | Starting Watts | Running Watts of All Connected Devices | Total Starting Watts Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Air compressor | 2,000 + | 0 (nothing connected) | = 2,000 |
| 2. Refrigerator | 1,600 + | 1,000 (air compressor) | = 2,600 |
| 3. Microwave | 1,000* + | 1,800 (air compressor + refrigerator) | = 2,800 |
| 4. Blender | 850 + | 2,800 (air compressor + refrigerator + microwave) | = 3,650 |
* Even though the microwave does not have starting watts listed, you have to account for the power needed to actually run it.
850 + 2,800 = 3,650 highest total starting watts required
In order to run all of these devices simultaneously, you would require a generator with at least 3,650 starting watts and 3,200 running watts.
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Customer Reviews
A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator - 1,600 Running Watts - Gas - Manual Start - 289-SUA2000i
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (83 Customer Reviews)
This inverter generator supplies clean power for tailgating or small appliances in your RV. Parallel with another A-iPower generator for increased output. Quiet operation won't drown out campground conversation. Safe for sensitive electronics.by: Edwin02/13/2018
Excellent great product so small and powerful. And the best part etrailer customer service follow up with you and verify if everything is OK with the shipment and product. AWESOME!!!
by: Robert05/13/2018
We used it to keep the battery charged and odd and ends worded like a champ and we can still talk with it running what more could you ask for.
Hanger
5/13/2019
Well it has been a year and it still runs like a champ. We have ran it all night for heat and it runs 8-12 hrs on a tank of gas and we stay warm. We have since bought an electric coffee pot to and it works great.
by: Joe S07/12/2018
Product arrived ahead of the original delivery date and was in perfect shape. Added Oil and Gas, fired up on the 2nd pull. I took it with me to a remote cabin site and proceeded to use if for 2 days running saws and a compressor. Started with no more than 2 pulls each time and ran perfectly. Also runs very quiet, had no problems carrying on a conversation while standing next to it. I recommend it to anyone that needs a small Generator.
by: Jason M.09/10/2019
I love this little generator. We got this as a backup for power outages and also to run our camper when boondocking. The generator worked great during a couple of hurricane related power outages last year to power lamps, satellite internet modem and wi-fi routers, and pumps and heaters on my saltwater aquarium. We have used it on a number of occasions to run the 5000 btu window unit in our camper along with the camper’s other 120 VAC equipment. We haven’t tried running the 1300 Watt microwave yet. The only time I had it overload was when trying to run a small keurig coffee maker and the air-conditioner simultaneously. I’ve since measured power usage of both and found that the Keurig spikes to about 1350 Watts for 30-60 seconds and that the AC unit uses about 600 Watts running (1600 Watts start-up). So, the 2 together are over what the generator is rated to produce. This is such a lightweight and quiet unit. I have also used it to power an air compressor and circular saw on a part of my property where I don’t have power. It didn’t miss a beat.
Jason M.
9/11/2020
I still love this little generator. Super quiet. Starts on the first or second pull. Great product. I may order a second to tether together when we want to run more off of the generator.
by: Roadkill in Oklahoma01/23/2021
i want to start off by saying Overall i really like this Generator. i was wanting one i could easily carry around when i need a little a/c power, especially when the power goes out here in Oklahoma due to weather related issues which happen every year, WITHOUT having to spend $1K for "other" units. i gave this 4 Stars (would have given it 4-1/2 if they had that rating) due to a couple of issues right out of the box. the first thing is: to check the oil level (or fill) you must remove 2 Phillips screws from the side panel and then the panel is still a little of a pain to pry off because of the tight fitting pins on the cover and the rubber grommets they plug into. and the other issue is the oil filler port is a little tricky to get to even with the supplied funnel (kind of a bad angle i think, JMO). These are NOT a huge issue by any means, just a little poor planning when designing this unit. NOW, on to the Good Points. After i added the Oil and Gas i pulled on the Starter Rope a few times before i switched it to "START". i think it took 3 pulls and it fired right up. within just a little bit of time i swithced it to "ON" and it smoothed right out and idled and ran perfect. All of the buttons, switches and sockets are easily accessible. i REALLY like the 12vDC socket on this unit. i plugged in my 12v. Portable Air Compressor into it and it worked great. I then tested it with my electric chain saw, blower and vacuum and they also ran perfectly. in an emergency i'm sure this generator will run my refrigerator as well. This unit is certainly much more quiet than my other generators too, especially when it's set to "Eco Mode" it's really quiet idling. another nice thing is the accessories that are supplied with it - The Cables, the Adapter, the Tool Kit and the funnel. I will do some more testing and if need be i will update this Review but for now, "I AM a Happy Camper" and glad i bought this unit. Also, Once Again, i really like doing business with etrailer. Their Customer Support is FANTASTIC......... (and NO, this is NOT a paid Advertisement, i mean it) Thank YOU
Roadkill O.
1/24/2022
after 1 year im still learning on how to start it easier but that may never happen even though im still able to get it going without too much pulling on the cord. the bottom line is im still quite happy with this generator.
by: C. Torres 11/02/2017
I must say that i bought these generators a little worried because i had never heard of A-ipower generators (now i know that Home depot has them), but they turned out to be great, i live in Puerto Rico where hurricane María destroyed most of the electrical infrastructure and these little generators have performed flawlessly! I bought 2 and use them one at a time for a total of almost 20 hrs of power. Also, etrailer has been great with their customer service, would definitely recommend etrailer and A-ipower inverter generators!
C. T.
11/2/2018
Well thank you again for your fast service and willingness to ship to hurricane torn Puerto Rico when no one else would, or could. Regarding the product i must say Im still pleased with it and used it extensively without any problems whatsoever. BUT however, the product company, A-ipower? is impossible to reach. On one occasion the recoil start or manual start cord or whatever its called, binded up and wouldnt unwind to start the generator so I tried to contact them for advice or service and never got an answer back. No emails, no calls got through, nothing. Luckily I kept trying and i some how got it to work, and it has worked fine ever since. but I hope nothing major happens to it because if it does I doubt that A-ipower will honor the warranty. I believe it has a 2 year warranty? Keeping my fingers crossed. Sorry about the rant, i know its not your companys fault. You guys did your part and once again i thank you for it, but maybe you should look into A-ipower to see why they dont answer emails or phone calls?
Rachael H.
11/2/2018
The warranty listed for this item is indeed a 2 year warranty for residential use. And the first year is the 1st year parts and labor, and the second year is for parts only.
by: bigjon04/07/2018
Generator arrived fairly quickly, packing was great. Excellent instruction manual.
Added oil as per instructions, then gas(I use no ethanol gas), started right up. Checked sound level, 54db at 10 ft. It was quiet, but it IS a generator so you are aware it is there. After checking around on the internet, this is clearly the BEST price.(delivered). Its not a Honda, but at less than 1/2 the price it appears to be just as good. Happy camper !
Bigjon
4/7/2019
Still going great !
by: Tim V.10/18/2018
After a year of use on my SeaRay 290 sundancer I am extremely satisified with these inverters. I purchased 2. they came with the connector so I have 2 sets of cables for them. Both of these were several hundred $ less than 1 Honda. Honda might be a little quieter but with both running in ECO mode noise is not an issue for us in the cabin at night. And unless it is really hot and humid they will run 8-9 hours on a tank running my boats A/C, Outlets, frig, and charging boat battery. They start right up. outside is all plastic or rubber. even spark plug is covered with rubber cover. These is great with the salt water environment they are exposed too. I simply wash them with soapy water when I get home and spray exhaust with an anti-corrosive spray. Done! They still look like and perform like new. Probably 80-100 hours on them.
by: Gabe T12/14/2018
Have had the generator for 1 year and have used it approx 8-10 times with last week being the last time.
Its powered circular saws, grinders and air compressors (for nail guns) when doing work in the back woods on my hunting cabin. It then powered the cabin so i had lights and fresh coffee from my coffee maker.
The last week I needed it to power a 6-volt tractor battery charger to charge an old farm tractors battery that sits way back in the woods. After 3 pulls the generator started right up in 25 degree weather and charged the battery for the next 4.5 hrs.
This generator has not let me down once and starts each and every time after 2-4 pulls.
Definitely recommend it.
by: Steve-Virginia Beach08/17/2019
We purchased this for power outages. Have had 2 this year. It ran lights and a window a/c. Winter outage ran lights and Woodstove blower. I run the generator for an hour month for maintenance reasons. I have also run our refrigerator from this. Runs great!
Steve-virginia B.
8/19/2020
Great Generator! We use it for power outages. I run it an hour every couple months for maintenance. No problems.
by: David04/17/2018
I know it's not a Honda I was a little concerned but need one to for off grid use bought one locally at a discount hardware store and returned it after finding this one on etrailer this thing is as good as a Honda might be a little louder but for the huge price saving and the accessories it comes with it can't be beat thought about purchasing another for parallel use
by: Joel 09/11/2019
I have purchased one of these over a year ago and love it. It’s quiet and just runs. There is a small sputter once in a while but what small gas engine doesn’t do this. This thing runs everything in the camper but the AC. Side note, it will run the AC but it won’t start it. That is why I just bought this one to run in parallel. It will start the AC now and once it’s going I shut one off. You can buy a bigger unit but they are much bigger and heavier. These units are small and fit in the pass through storage in my camper. The price, this is the main reason I bought these, they work just as good as the other top two and have the same quality build. I’m not a brand shopper and always look for a fare price on my purchases. The name brands are great, but they are priced to high and I can buy two of these for just one of the others.
by: Patrick C.09/29/2017
The 289-SUA2000i is a well designed, powerful, and reasonably priced 1600 -
2000 watt inverter generator. This generator will be used an additional electrical source of power for a cabin in northern Wisconsin. This inverter generator received a four star rating because it did not come with the rv adapter as part of the components listing. I will contact their customer service department and let them know.
by: Michael03/23/2018
This is a good little generator. We had it for one camping season and use it to keep the battery charged on our trailer and to run/charge small devices when we are dry camping. This does everything we need except run the AC which we knew when we chose to go with this size. Machanically it starts up easy every time and runs good. It isn’t bad on gas and runs quiet. We are happy with our purchase.
by: Tim M06/04/2019
runs well, is quiet and easy to start. I bought two of these and with the parallel cord they will not start my 13500 btu roof top A/C on my rv and if they do get it going they cut out after 5 minutes. I did not put a meter on the pair to see what the output watts were but I am sure it is less than 3200 constant.
by: Chris10/19/2017
Have not had time to really use this a lot, but so far so good. I bought a pair of these. When they arrived, added oil, fuel and 2 pulls and they started right up. Hooked the 2 together, and they powered the AC in the RV just fine. Only issue I had was they were missing the RV to generator adapter. Called eTrailer and they got them shipped out right away.
by: Jack Largo, FL.02/13/2017
First of all many will say for the money this this the very best 1600/2000 watt inverter generator on the market today. I have several generators of different sizes and have indirectly sold several of these. This brand is sold nationally by large companies, not for any less money then can be bought at e, trailer.... Not one negative feedback can be found anywhere . it's spools up smooth and runs as quietly as any I heard . It appears to be well made and has all of the features you would want in this size generator. I run it in Econ. mode and with large tools there is never a hesitation. the one I received this week will be paired up for Parallel use in my camper, I will let you know how that works out. I do expect the same good results
by: Glen06/30/2018
Excellent generator. I own a Honda 2200 as well. Ran them side by side and it sounded about the same noise level. My DB meter said the Honda was 2 DBs quieter, but I could not tell the difference with my ears alone. My Ai power fired up my 12000 btu AC no problem but could not start the 15000 btu unit. The Honda can barely start the 15000 unit, but it strains. The Honda is also a little larger unit rated at 2200watts max versus 2000. So this is a great unit and as long as you don’t need the extra capacity to start a large AC. I am also very impressed with the build quality of this unit.
Also Etrailer did a great job. The unit arrrived promptly and undamaged.
by: Doug W.04/26/2018
The shipping was swift and I was able to test the generator with a 1000 W microwave and then a small 1500 W radiant heater. Everything worked as it should.
I got a chance to use it a couple of days ago for the first time after testing a month ago. NO OUTPUT!!
The AC voltage is only 83V. Disappointed. I e-mailed A-ipower this morning to see who does warranty repairs in my area. Hopefully they won't take their time. It appears to be well made but again, disappointed. More stars later if it gets fixed fast!
by: Richard H01/18/2019
Great little generator. We mainly bought this because my wife uses a CPAP and we wanted her to be able to use it when we are boondocking. It did work great for that. However, when we tried to use our Keurig coffee maker in the morning it would pop the breaker. The only way to make coffee was to disconnect the unit from the trailer and plug the coffee maker directly into it.
by: Dan S.04/18/2017
This generator started on the second pull and runs quiet.
It has a 30amp connection which works well for me as I plug my boat power cord directly into the generator. Havent tried to put a lot of load to it so not sure what it will handle.
Not sure how it compares to the Honda but it costs half as much. I am very happy with it so far.
by: SMalave11/07/2017
The generator works very well, quiet and easy to manage. Very economic in gasoline and good price. I used recently due to hurricane Maria and turn on a refrigerator, 3 fans, a 40" LCD TV and 2 cell phone chargers and works for 9 hours. I recommended this generator. Thanks etrailer for the fast shipping.
by: Kelly04/28/2017
Even when things do not go as planned or as should. Does not mean much if the company is not going to stand up and throw some back bone into what their doing. And I can say etrailer.com backs up their products. And are very fast to make corrections. I will buy from etrailer.com first if the need arises again. Buy the way generator is great and runs as expected to.
by: Arne09/04/2019
I bought this generator to run my camper. It is easy to start and very quiet, especially on eco mode. It has plenty of power to run a camper. It is basically the same as the [competing brand], just half the price. I did originally get one that had a manufacturing defect that caused it to leak gas, but I conta Ted etrailer and they sent me another one the next day. I have bought a lot of stuff for my truck and camper from etrailer and they are very easy to work with. They have great customer service.
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- What Oil to Use with the A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator # 289-SUA2000iI went ahead and brought this to the attention to the techs at A-iPower. He confirmed that while you technically can use 30 non-detergent oil on the A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator - 1,600 Running Watts # 289-SUA2000i, they recommend using 10w-30 because that is what the generator was engineered to use.
view full answer... - How to Remove Fuel From A-iPower Portable Inverter GeneratorAccording to the manual for the A-iPower 2,300-Watt Portable Inverter Generator 289-SUA2300I you want to drain the fuel for long-term storage so you will want to remove the current fuel and put fresh fuel in the tank. To remove the fuel you need to remove the fuel cap and use a hand siphon, like the TeraPump Manual Fuel Transfer Pump for Gas Cans # TE64VR. Once you've pumped everything out the engine needs to be ran until it stops and you need to drain the fuel from the carburetor. To...
view full answer... - Availability of Adapter for Plugging In Camper 7-Way to AC OutletThere is not an adapter available that would allow you to plug the 7-Way connector on your trailer to an AC outlet. The main issue is that the signal lights, electric brake assemblies, and 12V battery that the camper's 7-Way is wired to are all designed to accept 12V DC power, so they couldn't be powered from a 110V AC outlet. This kind of setup would require some pretty significant changes and additions to your camper, including an AC/DC panel like # PD4560K18LS8 and a separate power...
view full answer... - Recommended Flexible Solar Panels and Battery for Off-Grid/Boondocking With Travel TrailerChanging to a lithium chemistry battery bank is definitely a good choice if wanting to arrange at truly off-grid system. From your list of estimated usage, you should plan on in excess of a 1,500 watts per 24 hour period or close to 140AH. I suggest nothing less than a 200AH battery bank and at least 300 watts of solar panel to provide charge. Having a 1.5 to 1 ratio of solar panel rating to battery AH is minimum. If you choose to increase over that, then all the better but at minimum...
view full answer... - Troubleshooting the AC Output Not Working on the A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter GeneratorIf the A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator # 289-SUA2000i is running but AC power is not available, you have one of the below issues going on. 1. AC Circuit breaker is open. 2. Fault in generator. 3. Poor connection or defective cord set. 4. Connected device is bad. To reset the AC circuit breaker, you will need to have the circuit breaker in the off position and restart the generator. Then put the breaker back in the on position. If you the AC output is still not working,...
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- Power Supply Options for the Progressive Dynamics RV Power Control Center with AC/DC PanelI do have some options for you. But the Progressive Dynamics RV Power Control Center with AC/DC Panel and Converter/Smart Charger # PD4135K does not provide any actual power, that would come from your battery bank, shore power or generator. The # PD4135K distributes out the power provided to the panel and uses shore power to recharge your batteries. The best set-up will depend on your goals. If you plan to camp at RV parks then you would just need a power cord like the Mighty Cord RV Power...
view full answer... - Troubleshooting An A-iPower Generator That Starts But Dies When Switched To Run PositionTypically if your A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator # 289-SUA2000i will start but dies after switching over to run you're dealing with a fuel issue. This could be a lack of fuel, bad fuel, or debris clogging up the fuel line. Your carburetor could also be clogged, which is very common if the generator sat for awhile with fuel in it. I recommend siphoning out the fuel you have in it and cleaning out the carburetor and then refilling with fresh fuel.
view full answer... - Troubleshooting An A-iPower Generator That Runs For 20 Seconds And Shuts OffIf your A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator # 289-SUA2000i already has a new spark plug, carburetor, and has fresh fuel in it then the only other thing to check would be the oil. If the pressure is too high or too low it can throw up an error and shut the engine down. I also recommend pulling the cover off and cleaning out any debris/dust build up in the vents to ensure that it can breathe.
view full answer... - Could 2,000 Watt Generator Power Advent Air AC Unit ACM135The Advent Air RV Air Conditioners # ACM135 that you referenced draws 1,450 watts. So a 2,000 watt generator would easily work to power this. We have a 2,000 watt generator from A-iPower part # 289-SUA2000i that would also work and cost less than a Honda.
view full answer... - High Altitude Operation of A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator - Jet KitI contacted the manufacturer, A-iPower, and yes there is a high-altitude kit available directly from them for the A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator, # 289-SUA2000i. I inquired at what elevation is this needed, they stated they sell very few because it really is not needed until above at least 8,000 feet which is actually impressive for a portable generator.
view full answer... - Troubleshooting a A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator Not StartingSome common issues when trying to start a generator like the A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator # 289-SUA2000i are: 1. It’s low on oil. This generator requires 10W-30, you'll want to fill the oil until the upper mark of the dipstick is met. 2. It’s out of gas. Ensure the gas tank is full and that the gas is not stale. 3. The choke lever is in the wrong position. The starting dial switch needs to be in the starting position. 4. The fuel valve is closed or clogged. Check...
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- Determining How Long A 1000 Watt Inverter Can Power 400 Watts Of Electronics A 50 amp hour battery is only going to power 400 watts for approximately 1.5 hours so you would need to either have a larger battery bank or a way to recharge the battery. For a larger battery bank you'd really need something around 150-200 amp hours like the # PS64FR. This is pretty expensive so probably not the route you'd want to take just to power some computers. Recharging the battery would require either a generator or solar power, with the generator being the more reliable and...
view full answer... - How To Get Clean 12V Power for Sensitive ElectronicsThe 4,500-Watt Portable Generator, # 333-0004 is a conventional generator that supplies power for the job site or emergency situations. This does not have a built in inverter to control current and therefore susceptible to fluctuations and can cause damage to sensitive electronics such as cell phones when plugged in directly to the generator. If your battery charger is a newer digital "smart charger" design I would not recommend plugging in directly. However, if you have an older type...
view full answer... - Can I Use External Gas Tank With the A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter GeneratorI contacted A-iPower and the A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator part # 289-SUA2000i is not really designed to be used with an external tank so you may need to use some type of pump like part # FT10803 to manually siphon the gas from the external tank to the generator. We do not sell anything automatic that I can recommend.
view full answer... - Can the Ai-Power 2000w Generator Have the Idle Speed AdjustedI was able to confirm with my contact over at Ai-Power that the throttle setting on the # 289-SUA2000i cannot be adjusted outside of the Eco mode boost/throttle you mentioned; raising the idle would result in raising the output that might cause issues with burning up the other appliances that are connected. The # 289-SUA2000i is pre-set to output 60hz in normal operating conditions and raising the idle would change that.
view full answer... - Can The SUA2000i And SC2000i A-iPower Inverter Generators Be Ran In ParallelI spoke with the manufacturer, A-iPower, and they stated that the A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator - 1,600 Running Watts - Gas - Manual Start Item # 289-SUA2000i can be run in parallel with a SC2000i.
view full answer... - What Type Of Oil Should Be Used In the A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter GeneratorThe 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator part # 289-SUA2000i will run best when used with full-synthetic engine oil. However, you can use semi-synthetic engine oil as well as conventional engine oil. The specifications in regards to viscosity can also vary based on ambient temperature which you can see using the attached chart.
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- Required Amount Of Oil For The A-iPower 2,000 Watt Portable Inverter GeneratorThe A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator - 1,600 Running Watts - Gas - Manual Start Item # 289-SUA2000i requires 0.38qts of SAE 10W-30 oil.
view full answer... - Troubleshooting An A-iPower Generator That Won't Stay Running When Switched To The Run PositionIt sounds to me like the carburetor on your A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator # 289-SUA2000i is clogged and when you switch the choke from the open position to closed it isn't able to pull enough gas to keep operating. I recommend cleaning out the carburetor and using fuel stabilizer mixed into your gasoline to ensure it doesn't get gummed up again.
view full answer... - Best Way To Charge House Battery on Class C Motorhome While TouringI think you will be best served with a combination of options as the best way to charge RV batteries will depend on what’s available to you at that moment, how fast you need your batteries recharged, and a host of other factors. Typically, the best way to charge your RV batteries is being plugged into shore power but as you stated, you are looking for on-the-go options. If you’re boondocking with no access to electricity, a generator or RV solar charger will be the best way to charge your...
view full answer... - Type Fuel For e3200R Portable Inverter GeneratorI would follow the manufacturers recommendations of ethanol free 87 octane fuel, nothing lower unless operating above 5,000 feet, stay away from E85 altogether. Type fuel for the A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator, # 289-SUA2000i are: - Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline. - Use regular UNLEADED gasoline, minimum of 87 octane. - Do not use gasoline with more than 10% alcohol such as E85 or ethanol. For high altitude (over 5,000 feet) operations an 85 octane rating is acceptable...
view full answer... - Does the A-iPower Portable Inverter Generator Have a Fuel Pump or is Fuel Gravity FedThe A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator - 1,600 Running Watts - Gas - Manual Start # 289-SUA2000i is gravity fed and does not have a fuel pump.
view full answer... - Generator Will Not Stay RunningIf you have the A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator, # 289-SUA2000i or something similar. My first thoughts on your issue are either old fuel or incorrect oil level, usually too low. I have seen this issue happen several times and most always the solution was one of the two. First step, check oil level. Sometimes the sensor will shut the generator down from low oil, others time it will be due to temperature increasing too rapidly, a direct result of low oil level. If...
view full answer... - Will the Watchdog Surge Protector Help with Electrical DistortionThe Portable Power Watchdog Surge Protector # HU87FR is not going to accomplish what you are hoping for. The Watchdog just monitors the power and shuts the power down if the voltage falls outside of the safe operating range. It will not fix harmonic distortion, for that you would need an inverter. Your best bet is going to be to get a generator that already has an inverter. Something like the A-iPower 2,000-Watt Portable Inverter Generator # 289-SUA2000i for 2,000 watts or the A-iPower...
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2/13/2019
Is working great after a year, thank you etrailer for follow up.