Parallel Yamaha EF2000 or Single EF/EU 3000
I already have a single Yamaha EF2000, but need something with more power. I am looking for something to use as a backup to my Westerbeke 12k genset on my houseboat - mainly to run a fridge, chest fr...
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I went with the parallel EF2000s. Glad I did. There were times when the load was too much for them, so I would certainly have had trouble with a 3000 unit.
When not running on eco mode, they would go a little over 4 hours on a single tank of fuel.
When the batteries were fully charged, the generators would run two RV fridges, one bar size fridge, a small chest freezer, and the microwave without trouble. I never tried the hot water heater, and I know they wouldn't have run the AC (a residential unit). Overall, I am very happy, although I can see the advantage that Honda would have with the fuel pump and ability to use an extended run tank.
I went with the parallel EF2000s. Glad I did. There were times when the load was too much for them, so I would certainly have had trouble with a 3000 unit.
When not running on eco mode, they would go a little over 4 hours on a single tank of fuel.
When the batteries were fully charged, the generators would run two RV fridges, one bar size fridge, a small chest freezer, and the microwave without trouble. I never tried the hot water heater, and I know they wouldn't have run the AC (a residential unit). Overall, I am very happy, although I can see the advantage that Honda would have with the fuel pump and ability to use an extended run tank.
