2000w Generator Running Microwave?
I just purchased a Yamaha ef2000is generator. It is a 2000W generator with s sustained 1600W rating; can go higher for small period of time. I hooked it up to our camper this afternoon and had it runn...
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Thanks for the great feedback already. To answer a few of the questions. The only thing on in he camper while I was testing the microwave was the "converter" which was probably charging the battery. The fridge, hot water heater and everything else was off.
I didn't realize the converter charging the battery could be causing a heavy load (600w). While the generator is running; can I just turn off the converter which would stop the battery charger? I'm assuming since the microwave is AC and the generator is AC the converter is not doing anything for the microwave; but it is the one charging the battery. If I turn it off; does it stop all power going thru it or will the AC still run thru it? I guess I can check my manual or just try it.
I didn't realize the converter charging the battery could be causing a heavy load (600w). While the generator is running; can I just turn off the converter which would stop the battery charger? I'm assuming since the microwave is AC and the generator is AC the converter is not doing anything for the microwave; but it is the one charging the battery. If I turn it off; does it stop all power going thru it or will the AC still run thru it? I guess I can check my manual or just try it.
