Generator question Onan versus Honda
I have 2 generators. One is built into class C Onan. Other one is an 1985ish Honda. Honda was used in 5th wheel but is now back up for house. I use a "kill a watt" gauge. The Onan puts out a stead...
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Our old EM1000 did this also.
The older Honda's will "hunt" because of the way the engine governs frequency.
Honda's older units were built to regulate engine speed in order to maintain 60hz.
The slight up and down rpm on the wound stator would affect voltage output, plus there might be some winding breakdown in the generator of that vintage.
The older Honda's will "hunt" because of the way the engine governs frequency.
Honda's older units were built to regulate engine speed in order to maintain 60hz.
The slight up and down rpm on the wound stator would affect voltage output, plus there might be some winding breakdown in the generator of that vintage.
