generator size for A/C
Tried search for "generator size for A/C", no hits. Couple questions 1. Is Honda 1000 size enough to run A/C (13oo but size)or would I need 2 of them in tandem? 2. Honda's brochure says E...
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NinerBikes wrote:MrWizard wrote:
When I measured the A/C power draw it was 12 amps
Your A/C might be different
My Dometic 13.5k BTU draws 12.5 Amps continuous, but pulls 20 amps at start up, with a fully charged battery bank. So you need to get your charger out of bulk charge mode before you attempt to start up the AC if you pair an Eu2000i with an Eu1000i to get the AC started.
I don't think it's a good idea to run an AC off of a single Eu2000i once started, that air cooled motor works too hard to keep the AC and fan going, far too close to it's 1600 watts continuous rating.
It's easier to shut the converter off and let the generators full abilities work with the AC. Due to altitude our generator is marginal to run both even after the battery has charged for a hour. I turned off the converter and it doesn't even burb when the AC goes on.
Having a AC that uses less power would be nice because a 3000w inverter generator could run it and stay in eco mode and much quieter. A 2000 being pushed isn't really all that quiet.
