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Average Rating: 3.8 of 5.0
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| Electric Generators Direct Recommendation |
| By Electric Generators Direct |
The Handyman Club of America did a great job summarizing the benefits of the Honeywell Inverter Generators in the following YouTube video.
We agree. Very reliable and affordable camping generator. |
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Written March 02, 2010 |
| Frustration guaranteed |
| By Jean Dufresne (Montreal, MI) |
I have to say that I experienced the exact same problems. To the point that, after getting the generator back from the service center (who, themselves had problems starting but told me it was normal...) I tried to start it myself and it took me over 50 pulls!!!
A few weeks after, I was unable to start it during a winter power failure in the country; (the exercises kept me warm though, over 200 pulls before I quit).
I am now trying to have Honeywell replace or fix it for good, or return my money back.
I would think twice about buying a generator from Honeywell... |
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Written February 18, 2010 |
| Very poor unit |
| By Alan Glad (Tulsa, OK) |
Electric Generator Direct delivered on time, great job.
This unit is junk unless you are a mechanic or live next to a service center. It will not start without at least 50 pumps at full choke and 10 pulls. Then it runs real lean and quits running when the electrical load is applied.
I am a licensed mechanic, so I called Honeywell to explain the issue of excessively lean fuel mixture. They are sending me a fuel bulb because they have many air leaks through them which cause a lean mixture.
Also, when you get it to run, if spraying WD40 at the carburetor to manifold joint the RPM goes up, it indicates an air leak there. I have another call into them on this. I may have to make a new gasket for that if I can't get a replacement.
I have had to adjust the idle mixture screw to keep it running. Once I get the carb air leak fixed it may run OK and carry an electrical load.
If I was not a mechanic I would be out of luck like many others have reported on numerous sites. My advice- buy a Honda or Yamaha unless you want a project to tinker with. |
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Written February 09, 2010 |
| Great Little Generator |
| By Doug McLean (Las Vegas, NV) |
Used it for the 1st time last weekend to power-up our Casita travel trailer. I was pleasantly surprised by how quiet it runs... not as quiet as a Honda, but for less than half the price I'm not complaining.
There was another camper running an old (VERY loud) generator about 200 yards away & I could hear HIS generator over the Honeywell! Definitely worth the price :-)
STARTING TIP: I noticed this engine likes to be "choked" - even on a warm engine re-start. |
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Written February 02, 2010 |
| No Problems Starting My New 2000i |
| By Jon Besemer (Syracuse, NY) |
Just received my new 2000i and after reading some of the reviews, I was concerned about starting it for the first time.
Followed all the prep instructions prior to starting and was pleased to hear the unit spring to life on the 4th pull of the starter cord. Should also mention that it was 15 degrees outside. Two hours later, I tried it again and it started on the third pull (still 15 degrees outside). The next day, after sitting in the garage all night, the unit started again with no problems (10 degrees outside).
Before purchasing the Honeywell unit, I was forced to return a competitive unit that did not run correctly. It started but would not idle or handle a small load. There were no dealers within a 150 miles so it went back to the big box store.
One reason for purchasing the Honeywell unit was the large number of local dealers in my area. I was comfortable that if there were problems, it could be handled without having to ship the unit somewhere.
This new unit replaces a Honda inverter that didn't know how to swim or float. I will report back after putting it thru the paces this summer. |
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Written January 30, 2010 |
| I like the size |
| By William Schierman (Shelton, WA) |
I followed the starting instructions, and the Generator started on the second pull. I let it warm up, then plugged a light into it. Then I plugged my RV power cord into the outlet. (30 amp RV cord)
I went into the trailer and plugged in a hair dryer (one of the main reasons for a generator). I had the generator in the economy mode. When I turned the hair dryer on the RPM's increased as they were supposed to.
So far I am not disappointed. I like the size, and the noise level is not bad. |
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Written January 27, 2010 |
| Honeywell generator 200i |
| By Quentin Wilkerson (Newburgh, IN) |
I don't know who wrote these reviews but here is my story.
I purchased my generator brand new. I can say that NEVER has my generator started quickly (1-2 or 3 pulls). This is one of the worst things I have ever purchased. It takes a minimum of 75 to 100 pulls to start and I'm not exaggerating. The priming is wrong also. I have to prime the dang thing about that many times as well (75-100).
To the non-believers out there, I own two other generators and know how to start them. The main reason I purchased this one is so that my wife can use the smaller. Well, forget about a woman starting this puppy. It is a workout just try to start this unit 3 days a week and your workout is complete.....DO NOT BUY!
EGD RESPONDS: That unit comes with a 2 year warranty from Honeywell. You can contact their tech support (toll free) at (888) 494-3571.
Or, click on the Customer Service button at the bottom of our web site, select Service Centers, then click on the Honeywell logo to find the closest Authorized Service Center near you. |
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Written October 07, 2009 |
| I am now satisfied with this generator |
| By JOHN WAGNER (Victoria, TX) |
I purchased this unit from a Big Box store. I un-boxed it and set it up according to the instructions; it started on the first pull.
After running for about 30 minutes it started smoking, running rich, and surging. I let it sit for 30 minutes and tried it again, but it wouldn't start.
I noticed fuel in the primer bulb, which seemed odd. I called the Honeywell Help Line, and they said there shouldn't be fuel in there. My local Honeywell Service Center was not able to find the problem.
I searched the Internet for a solution, and found that a new primer bulb might do the trick. I had the Service Center order and install it, and the unit started up just fine- but it still surged and ran rich.
I took a close look at the carburetor and saw that under the 14 x14 black plastic lock on the side was an adjustment screw. I removed the black lock, and with a small screwdriver adjusted the screw about 1 turn.
Now it runs as smoothly as a Honda 2000I! I am now satisfied with this generator. |
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Written August 29, 2009 |
| Started up like a champ |
| By Roly Perez (Miami, FL) |
I just bought one of these generators.
I put the oil and gas in, and followed directions.
It started up like a champ, and the noise level was way better than I thought.
It's not like the Honda but, for half the price, it's totally acceptable.
The weight is a little heavy but nothing out of this world at 60 pounds. |
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Written July 16, 2009 |
| Don't forget to turn the choke off! |
| By n reiffersceid (Gull Lake Sk Canada, MT) |
This is a great unit. Be sure to turn the choke to OFF after is has warmed up.
It starts about second pull, and is very reasonably priced. |
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Written May 09, 2009 |
| Honeywell HW2000i Purchase Review- A+ |
| By Michael Steward (Veguita, NM) |
The Honeywell HW2000i that I purchased from Electric Generators Direct arrived yesterday.
After filling it with oil, gas, and prepping the air filter, this little beast fired up on the second pull! Within 3 minutes it was running our 14' Fleetwood pop up camper with no problem.
The furnace, microwave, TV, fridge, and water pump were all running at the same time. This is a really great machine at an even better price.
Anyone who has researched a 2000 watt portable inverter knows that they cost around $1000 to $1400 plus shipping. I got it for $549.99 with FREE SHIPPING!
A word of warning: READ THE OWNERS MANUAL COMPLETELY. These machines will last a lot longer if you take care of them properly.
We are more than pleased with Electric Generators Direct.com and our Honeywell HW2000i. I would strongly recommend these two to anyone looking for a portable inverter for camping or recreational use.
They get an A+ all the way around! |
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Written May 20, 2008 |
| How to Start an Inverter Generator |
| By Jon Hoch, Founder (Bolingbrook, IL) |
Let's be honest. Operators manuals are so boring.
It's a lot easier to watch this video from Honeywell instead! |
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