Microwave that a Honda EU1000i will run

[Crumm]

I know the first response will be get a bigger generator but the 1000 does everything we need except running a microwave and it stores in the limited room we have.

Tried a Sunbeam SGS90701B-B 0.7-Cubic Foot 700 Watt Microwave but it will only run about 20 seconds and then the generator trips.

Is there any low draw microwaves out there?

[Crumm]

DrewE wrote:
A conventional lower power microwave might be workable with the generator, and would certainly be less expensive than an inverter microwave or a bigger generator or a 12V microwave.

This 600W one, for instance, seems like a reasonable starting point. I couldn't find any specific information online regarding its power consumption, but it's probably right around 900W or a wee bit more.

That's what I was looking for. According to answered question in the reviews it draws 900 so it might just work.

[Dtank]

msiminoff wrote:

Is there any low draw microwaves out there?

Hi Crumm,
Quite a few years back I had a small Sharp microwave in my class B called a "Half Pint". It was rated at 600W (cooking power) and as I recall the actual current draw was around 850W. My EU2000i ran it effortlessly and I bet the 1000 would too... as long as Eco Throttle was turned off.
The Half Pint is no longer in production, but there are lots of them on Ebay and Craigslist.
Cheers
-Mark

The "claimed" running wattage of my (1999) Honda 1000i is 900 watts.
However, IMO - it's about 800 watts.

That could be due to age, not in x'lnt tune, etc.

Still have it - along with newer gens (and more capacity).

Before purchasing another MW - run some gradual tests working your way up to the magical 850W - with items that do not produce a surge.

It may be time for your choice of a Plan B - whatever that may be..:W


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[msiminoff]

Is there any low draw microwaves out there?

Hi Crumm,
Quite a few years back I had a small Sharp microwave in my class B called a "Half Pint". It was rated at 600W (cooking power) and as I recall the actual current draw was around 850W. My EU2000i ran it effortlessly and I bet the 1000 would too... as long as Eco Throttle was turned off.
The Half Pint is no longer in production, but there are lots of them on Ebay and Craigslist.
Cheers
-Mark

[SoundGuy]

pianotuna wrote:
Hi SoundGuy,

A brand new 2k PSW inverter goes on sale at Canadian Tire once or twice a year for $189.00. I don't think you will find any reliable inverter generator selling for that price.

As a fellow Canadian EH? I'm well aware of Crappy Tire sales but we're talking a 2K PSW inverter not a 1K which would be inadequate for the OP's needs. That CT version is also likely an Xantrex ... i.e. you get what you pay for. I scan Kijiji for a used one from time to time but I wouldn't pay more than $100 for it 'cause that's what it's worth, if that. :R

[full_mosey]

In case anyone is still listening, here is the Panasonic microwave that I use.

It holds a full 11" dinner plate and a standard splatter cover.

I have run it on power setting 4-6 with my Magnum 1000W inverter/charger. A 1000W genny might work on 4-5.

On powers 4-10, it runs my 2k Yammi inverter genny at a constant speed. IOW, no on/off cycling, just steady, constant Watts.

HTH;
John

[BFL13]

Picky-picky. Everyone ignores "generator hours" which is why you want to be able to run your 120v stuff on inverter early in the morning or in the evening outside of "generator hours."

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BFL13 wrote:
BTW, a 2000W inverter is a heck of a lot cheaper than a 2000w generator!

Does that include the extra batteries, fabricating the mounting, 4/0 wire, transfer switch, installation....

[pianotuna]

Hi SoundGuy,

A brand new 2k PSW inverter goes on sale at Canadian Tire once or twice a year for $189.00. I don't think you will find any reliable inverter generator selling for that price.

SoundGuy wrote:

BFL13 wrote:
BTW, a 2000W inverter is a heck of a lot cheaper than a 2000w generator!

If he's willing to settle for a MSW inverter - sure, but if he wants a PSW inverter then there won't be much difference. Selling his current 1K genset will pay a substantial amount towards a 2K version, even more so if he can find a lightly used 2K ... the obvious solution to his dilemma, IMO.

[DrewE]

A conventional lower power microwave might be workable with the generator, and would certainly be less expensive than an inverter microwave or a bigger generator or a 12V microwave.

This 600W one, for instance, seems like a reasonable starting point. I couldn't find any specific information online regarding its power consumption, but it's probably right around 900W or a wee bit more.

[SoundGuy]

BFL13 wrote:
BTW, a 2000W inverter is a heck of a lot cheaper than a 2000w generator!

If he's willing to settle for a MSW inverter - sure, but if he wants a PSW inverter then there won't be much difference. Selling his current 1K genset will pay a substantial amount towards a 2K version, even more so if he can find a lightly used 2K ... the obvious solution to his dilemma, IMO.

[BFL13]

A typical "700w" microwave wants about 1,050w input, which the Honda "1,000" (which supplies about 900) can't provide.

You are SOL. Except! If you have an inverter that has the VA to run the MW (say a 1,200w inverter or higher), then when you have the opportunity, use the Honda 1,000 to run a charger (about 40a DC max in size) to replenish the battery bank.

That way you can run the MW, toaster, or kettle whenever you like and not have to worry about "generator hours", and recharge the batteries during "generator hours."

BTW, a 2000W inverter is a heck of a lot cheaper than a 2000w generator!

[SoundGuy]

Ummmm, aren't these suggestions for spending even more $$$ on a 12 vdc microwave oven or replacing the current microwave oven with an inverter type or upgrading to a second Ik genset all pointing to the same obvious, but much better solution? ... leave everything as it is, sell the 1K genset, and upgrade to a 2K that will do it all. :S Yeah, I know the OP said in his first post he didn't want to do this but it is the right tool for the job. I see ads all the time from other 1K genset owners in exactly the same situation - invested in a 1000 watt lightweight inverter genset "for recharging the batteries", then later realized if they spent just a tad more on a 2000 watt it would have not only been perfect for recharging but also running pretty well any 120 vac device in their camper, save perhaps the A/C. Surprising as it may seem there is a reason why 2K gensets like the Yamaha EF2000iS and Honda EU2000i are SO favoured by so many RVrs.

[NinerBikes]

If you want a microwave that a Honda EU1000i will run, reliably, you'd best get a pair of EU1000i's, and a pairing cable. That way, your microwave will indeed run on a set of Honda EU1000I's.

[Almot]

Interesting device. Without rotating tray I would expect issues with burning on one side.

[pianotuna]

Hi,

Here is a third solution (but not a cheap one, either)

Use a 12 volt Microwave

However, be aware the wiring needs to be CLOSE to the battery bank and it has to be capable of sustaining 60 amps of demand with little or no voltage drop.