etrailer 3,200-Watt Portable Inverter Generator - 2,900 Running Watts - Gas - Remote Start

etrailer Generators - 333-0003

Portable 3,200-watt inverter generator supplies electricity for home, work, or play. Easy electric-start with handheld remote. Can be paralleled with another etrailer generator for increased power. Safe for sensitive electronics.

Features:

• 3,200-Watt inverter generator provides a portable power source
  • (2) 120V 20-Amp GFCI outlets power household appliances, tools, and electronic devices
  • (1) 120V 30-Amp TT-30R outlet provides a RV connection point
  • (1) 12V 8.3-Amp DC outlet charges automotive and marine batteries
  • (1) 5V 2.1-Amp USB outlet powers cell phones, tablets, and other portable electronics
• Integrated inverter lets you safely charge and run electronic devices
• Electric-start engine with handheld remote offers hassle-free startup from up to 164' away
  • Ergonomically-designed recoil handle reduces effort to pull start the engine if the need arises
• 3-in-1 Data-Minder monitors voltage, frequency, and running hours
• Built-in parallel ability lets you pair with another etrailer inverter generator for increased output
  • Pair directly with a 2,000 watt generator (333-0001 - sold separately) to increase power to 4,900 watts
• Available external parallel kit (333-0007 - sold separately) allows for pairing with another 3,200 watt etrailer generator
  • Includes a 50-Amp 14-50R outlet and a 30-Amp L5-30R twist-lock outlet
  • Pair with 333-0002 or 333-0003 (each sold separately) to increase power to 6,000 watts
• Economy mode reduces engine noise and conserves fuel to increase run time
  • Automatically ramps up to accommodate equipment as needed and returns to idle when load is removed
  • Charges cell phones and other low-draw equipment without increasing engine speed
• Firman 4-stroke engine uses standard unleaded gas - no need to mix gas and oil
  • Cast iron cylinder sleeves help ensure long engine life
• Whisper series muffler ensures quiet operation - won't drown out campground conversation
• Safety features promote accident-free use
  • Warning lights indicate low oil and overloading
    • Engine automatically stops if oil level is too low for safe use
    • Circuit breaker stops power flow to connected devices if overload is detected
  • Digital voltage regulator helps minimize voltage fluctuations
  • Spark arrester prevents release of flammable debris - USDA Forest Service certified
• Clean-running engine meets CARB, cETL, and EPA standards
• Outlet covers help to keep out moisture and debris
• Portable generator weighs 90 lbs and includes built-in wheels and carry handles
  • Folding handle makes it easy to roll generator when needed
• Includes:
  • Generator
  • Battery
  • Remote
  • Battery charge cable
  • 12V DC Battery charger
  • Engine oil
  • Oil funnel
  • Screwdriver
  • Spark plug wrench
  • Owner's manual
  • Quick reference guide

Specs:

• Starting (surge) power output: 3,200 watts
• Running (rated) power output: 2,900 watts
• DC output: 12V, 8.3 amps
• Continuous run time at 1/4 load: 9 hours
• Dry weight: 90 lbs
• Dimensions: 23-1/4" long x 17-15/16" tall x 17-7/8" wide
• Noise level (normal conversation is 60 dB):
  • Measured at 25' away at 1/4 load in standard mode: 58 dB
• Engine type: Firman Max-Pro Series 171-cc, single cylinder, air-cooled, 4-stroke OHV
• Engine hp: 5.5
• Fuel type: gasoline
• Fuel tank capacity: 1.8 gal
• Oil capacity: 0.6 qt
• Oil type: SAE 10W-30
• Power line frequency: 60 Hz
• Warranty:
  • 2-Year limited warranty for residential use
    • 1st Year parts and labor
    • 2nd Year parts only
  • 180-Day limited warranty for commercial use
    • 90-Day parts and labor
    • 180-Day parts only

Note: Gas generators produce carbon monoxide, which is poisonous. For your safety, always be sure to operate this gas-powered generator outdoors.

Certifications

Meets the following important certification standards:

• US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
• California Air Resources Board (CARB)
• cETL - Compliant with North American Safety Standards

Powerful, Portable Generator

The e3200R etrailer inverter generator packs 3,200 watts of clean AC power to get you up and running whether you're at the campsite, worksite, or tailgate party. This powerful generator comes with (2) 120V GFCI outlets for safely powering household appliances, tools, and electronic devices. It features (1) 120V TT-30R outlet for a RV connection, ensuring you'll have access to electricity no matter where you take your RV or if there's a power outage at the campground. Additionally, the generator has (1) 12V 8.3-Amp DC outlet that charges automotive and marine batteries. Lastly, it includes (1) 5V USB outlet to charge cell phones, tablets, and other portable electronics.

This unit has a folding handle and wheels for easy transport. Additionally, two built-in, ergonomic carry handles give you a simple way to pick up and move the generator when needed.

Safe for Sensitive Electronic Devices

Electronic devices are made with delicate circuitry that requires steady, controlled electrical current. The electrical current produced by standard generators, however, is uncontrolled, allowing extreme fluctuations in power. And these fluctuations can easily damage your sensitive electronic devices.

This generator, on the other hand, has a built-in inverter that controls the voltage that is produced. This important feature ensures the generator is safe to use with your electronic equipment such as cell phones, computers, and medical devices.

Easy Remote Start Engine

The generator's engine is designed to start up easily so you can power up faster and without hassle. The key to this easy startup is the electric starter. In conjunction with the remote, turning on your generator becomes remarkably easy and worry-free. Simply turn the fuel valve to "on" and flip the engine switch to the "run" position. Then, push the battery power restore switch for a few seconds and release. At the push of a button on the remote, the generator will fire up and be ready to go.

Before starting your generator, ensure nothing is connected to the outlets. Start your generator and let the engine run for a few minutes to warm up and stabilize. Check to make sure the circuit breaker is in on position before continuing. Once the generator is up and running, you may connect your electrical loads. To follow the recommended order of operation, connect the device with the highest starting watts first, like your air conditioner or refrigerator, and work your way down to the device with the lowest starting watts. By connecting devices in this order, you can make the most of your generator's capacity through connecting high wattage loads when there is more power available.

Built-in Parallel Ability

The e3200R has built-in parallel capability letting you to pair it with any etrailer inverter generator for increased power output. You can pair directly with a 2,000 watt generator (333-0001 - sold separately) to increase power output to 4,900 watts. An external parallel kit (333-0007 - sold separately) allows for pairing with another 3,200 watt generator (333-0002 or 333-0003 sold separately) to increase power output to 6,000 watts. Additionally, the kit gives you a 120V 50-Amp 14-50R outlet. This kit can also be used to pair with a 2,000 watt generator. By increasing the power output, you can run equipment with higher electrical demands.

Economy Mode Provides Fuel Efficiency

With the flip of a switch, you can activate the generator's economy mode feature. This mode adjusts engine speed to match the power demands of your connected devices. When using low-draw devices like tablets, cell phones, televisions, and radios, the engine runs more efficiently to save fuel and keeps noise to a minimum. The engine only runs at normal speed when additional power is needed. For example, when using a power tool, the engine will only speed up when the device is actively being used. This mode is not only kinder to your pocketbook and your ears, it's also easier on the environment.

Safety Features

This generator comes with a number of safety features that protect both you and the generator itself. The control panel contains two warning lights indicating low oil and overloading. When the engine is low on oil, it will automatically shut down to prevent damage. If an overload is detected, either by exceeding the generator's limits or a power surge, the circuit breaker will stop supplying power to the connected devices. A built-in spark arrester helps prevent any sparking that might burn someone or start a fire, protecting both you and the environment. This arrester has been certified by the USDA Forest Service. Also, a digital voltage regulator assists in minimizing voltage fluctuations which helps to maintain a steady flow of electricity.

Choosing a Generator

To choose a generator that meets your needs, you must match the size of the generator (that is, the starting output and running output in watts) with the electrical demands of the equipment that you want to operate.

Power Demands

Starting (surge) wattage is the power a device requires at startup. Running (rated) wattage is the power needed to keep the device running. A large appliance with an electric motor such as a furnace, refrigerator, air conditioner, or washing machine may require 2 to 3 times more starting wattage than running wattage.

It is always best to start your generator with no load connected, then add each device one at a time. Additionally, a good practice to consider is connecting your devices in order from highest starting watts to lowest starting watts. As you connect and start devices, your available wattage decreases. This order of operation allows you to start devices with the highest power demands when there is more power available.

Determining Your Power Needs

When choosing a generator, knowing the amount of power you will need is crucial to your decision. Whether you are preparing for an emergency situation at home or taking a weekend trip in the RV, planning out your application is essential. The two calculations below provide power estimations that will help point you to a generator that is right for your needs.

Industry Standard Calculation

The Industry Standard Calculation is a quick and easy way to determine your required wattage. It may provide some padding in your wattage requirements, which could give you more power than you actually need, but you shouldn't have to worry about not having enough power. The following steps will help you quickly calculate the correct size generator to meet your application.

As stated earlier, you should always start your generator without any load, and then connect each device one at a time. The following calculation requires this approach to work. However, using this calculation removes the worry of connecting devices in a certain order.

1. Determine the starting watts and running watts for the devices that you want to plug into the generator.

a. Find the starting (surge) watts and running (rated) watts for each device that you want to plug into the generator. Look for a sticker or plate on each device or check your owner's manuals.

b. If your device or manual only shows amps and volts, watts can also be determined through a simple formula. (Amps x Volts = Watts)

c. List all of your starting watts and running watts as seen in Table 1 below.

Table 1

2. To find the total starting watts required, add the starting watts for the device with the highest value to the running watts of all the other devices from Table 1.

1,800 + 800 + 450 + 100 = 3,150 total starting watts

3. To find the total running watts, add all of the running watts together from Table 1.

1,200 + 800 + 450 + 100 = 2,550 total running watts

To run all of these devices simultaneously, you would require a generator with at least 3,150 starting watts and 2,550 running watts.

Advanced Precise Calculation

While the method for calculating your power needs outlined above will work, it isn't the most precise. If you aren't afraid of doing a little more math, you can use the Advanced Precise Calculation to get a more accurate idea of how much power you will need and potentially save yourself some money. Because the calculation above pads in enough power to ensure you can start your devices in any order, it may point you to a bigger and more expensive generator than you need. However, by following the more regimented, order-of-operations calculation below, you'll get a much more precise idea of how much power you need, which could in turn point you to a smaller and less expensive generator.

Again, you should always start your generator without any load, and then connect each device one at a time. The following calculation also requires that you start your devices in order from highest starting watts to lowest starting watts. When you connect devices in this order, you can start high demand devices when there is more power available.

1. Determine the starting watts and running watts for each device that you want to plug into the generator.

a. Find the starting (surge) watts and running (rated) watts for each device that you want to plug into the generator. Look for a sticker or plate on each device or check your owner's manuals.

b. If your device or manual only shows amps and volts, watts can also be determined through a simple formula. (Amps x Volts = Watts)

c. List out these devices from highest starting watts to lowest starting watts as seen in Table 2 below.

Table 2

2. To find the total running watts, add all of the running watts together from Table 2.

1,200 + 800 + 450 + 100 = 2,550 total running watts

3. In Table 3, shown below, the values from Table 2 are used to calculate the highest total starting watts required as devices are connected and running. This number represents the highest power requirement you will encounter as you connect all of your devices to the generator. To find this, add the starting watts of each new device you connect to the combined running watts of all connected devices. The highest of these numbers will be the total starting watts required. And again, remember to always connect devices in order from highest starting watts to lowest starting watts.

Table 3

* Even though the floor fan does not have starting watts listed, you have to account for the power needed to actually run it.

1,600 + 1,200 = 2,800 highest total starting watts required

In order to run all of these devices simultaneously, you would require a generator with at least 2,800 starting watts and 2,550 running watts. The starting watts are determined by the highest total starting watts required during the calculation in Table 3/Step 3. The running watts are determined by the total running watts from Step 2.

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