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byates
Jul 08, 2010Explorer
Max49 wrote:
I really like or want to like the Champ but I think they were stretching it with their liberal Watt rating. Mines 3500/ 4000 and 2 1500 watt appliances (heater and heat gun) tortures it. But to be fair, I'm in Colorado at 6000' +
I believe you are right that the Watt rating is overstated. The Onan Homesite Generator rated output is 2000/2200 watts with the same size engine. But of course, Onan could be understating the output.
A realistic output is probably around 2500 watts. I used to know the formula to calculate a realistic output, but old age made its appearance, and I can't recall it and don't feel like looking it up. Exceeding 2500 watts on a regular basis can't be good for the longevity of the unit.
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