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tonyclifton
Explorer II
Jan 27, 2022

DIY storm shield / cover for inverter generator?

Anybody got a low-buck DIY solution to keep rain/sleet/snow off the generator while it is running? One time I set a piece of plywood on top which sufficed for some heavy snow but that wouldn't do if t...
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ktmrfs
Explorer II
Jan 27, 2022
I've used my honda generators outside in the rain (western oregon) the vast majority of time they have been in use. Yes, Honda says not to, but after 15 years and still running fine I'm ok with it. figure rain does less damage than a plastic tarp near the exhaust.

I just make sure it won't end up in a puddle/lake. Others with us have done the same.

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