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Baja_Man
Explorer
Mar 25, 2018

Champion 3100W Inverter/Generator...run 15K AC on Propane?

Considering a Champion inverter/generator 3100W/2800W sold by Costco. It is a dual fuel model with gas/propane and electric start. I've read it will start AND run a 15K AC (with no capacitor mods). ...
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pianotuna
Nomad III
Apr 03, 2018
The issue with propane is fuel consumption. It is much harder to find propane for sale than gasoline. A twenty pound tank might only last a day if it is truly hot outside.

Personally I try to NOT run the roof air from the generator. I much prefer to go to an inexpensive camping site--or to ask one of my friends if I may plug in. I do have an autoformer to take care of any low voltage issues.

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