Update: Well I went out last week and purchased the Canadian version (73552I) 2000W CPE generator from Costco. Being busy I didn't get to start it up until yesterday. Added oil. Added fuel. Started first pull....and purred like a kitten. However, after trying multiple connections noticed that it was not producing AC. Called customer service and got someone right away, they figured the AVR? needed adjusting but only recommended a qualified person do it. They asked for my address and gave me a address/tel number for the closest repair depot (which was in the same town).
I decided to take it back to Costco and received a replacement one without any hassle. Started this one today, same procedure....and it works! Still haven't had any real world trials with it, but we are heading out on Sunday for a week.
