ETQ TG1200 1,200 Watt 2 HP 2-Cycle Gas Powered Portable Generator
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of ETQ TG1200 1,200 Watt 2 HP 2-Cycle Gas Powered Portable Generator
Customer Review: Definitely worth the money
Summary: 5 Stars
There are too many circumstances that can knock out the electricty. I live in Ohio and have experienced two large power outages in the last six months. In September of 08 we dealt with the remnants of a hurricane that caused a giant wind storm, which disrupted electric service to the area for nearly a week. Then, in early February of '09 we had an ice storm that disrupted power to some homes in Ohio and nearly all of Kentucky. Having a small generator like this is an absolute necessity and an extremely valuable resource. Considering the low price, it can' be understated how valuable this generator can be. Having the ability to power things like a radio, television, laptop, fan, refrigerator, heater, water pump, or lamp is crucial during a power outage or a crisis situation. I live in an apartment and this is small enough to store in my spare room and, when I need it, I can place it on my patio and run an extension cord inside. I'm very happy with this purchase and recommend that every household should have an alternate means of providing electricity.Customer Review: Great little generator
Summary: 5 Stars
I ordered and received my TG1200 generator just about a month ago, and have been playing with it. I was a little nervous about ordering it after reading some bad reviews, but I'm glad I did order it. Seems that a lot of the bad issues have been corrected or I was just lucky in getting a well put together generator.
After unpacking, reading the directions, and filling it with the gas/oil mixture, it fired up the fourth pull! While it was idling I made a phone call on my cellphone while standing beside it. My buddy couldn't believe we could carry on a conversation without yelling or even raising our voices. It probably isn't as quiet as the Honda equivalent, but hey I spent under $150 not over $700, so I'm not whining about noise level. I am using it to run my converter in my Class B motorhome and recharge the Van's deep cycle battery at the same time.
My only complaint is that the 12volt battery charging cable is too short. I had to construct a longer one so the generator could sit on the ground.
Customer Review: Perfect for small jobs/emergencies
Summary: 4 Stars
I dont leave comments regularly on my amazon purchases, but I know I read the reviews before purchasing this back in Oct 07. And after a power outage and using it today. I said I'd give my impression. It definitely holds up to its wattage rating. I powered a Panasonic 50" Plasma HDTV (700 watts max) a floor fan, and laptop/modem/router. I did have all electronics plugged into a surge protector/line conditioner (APC Line R1200). I would NOT recommend plugging sensitive electronics directly to the generator. I never keep exact track...but i seem to get over 4 hours of usage on a full tank. again i never timed it but I'm sure its not less than 4. After extended storage, first couple minutes the exhaust is a little smokey...but clears up in about 5 minutes. The noise level is tolerable, especially when using it in emergency situations. All in all... a must for South Florida small apt residents who need to power about 800-900 watts of appliances, and since i got it for $99 delivered, i am quite happy with this product so far.Customer Review: Luv the little thing
Summary: 5 Stars
Gassed it up and started on third or forth pull, which is normal for not having had gas in carburetor. Grabbed a 1 3/4 horsepower circular saw rated at 10 amps (1200 watts) and it started and ran (it did take a bit longer to come up to speed than it does plugged into the wall). I just sold my 20 year old 5kw generator. It was heavy, hard to start, noisy, and it would burn 5gal of gas overnight (it only had about 20 hrs). I have not had to put this in service yet, but it seems tight like it will have no problem running all night.
It is very quiet, light to move, and easy to start. I think my wife or son would have no problem starting or moving it around, if I'm out of town. I bought this mainly to run our furnace blower during power outages. It should run quietly all night on less than a gal of gas.
I will probably buy another bigger generator later to run a microwave or possibly an air conditioner, but it will be newer running on LP and definitely have overhead valves.
Customer Review: Nice Compact Generator
Summary: 5 Stars
I received my TG 1200 one week after I ordered it. It came with slight damage to the exterior of the box, but luckly everything inside was undamaged....no broken spark plug or wires....
It would not start so I took out the spark plug and gave it a shot of ether cold start spray and replaced the plug. It fired briefly and then stopped. I then repeated the ether shot but this time openned the drain screw on the carberator. A few drops of fuel dripped out, so now I knew I had fuel going into the engine.
I choked the little engine and off it went and ran perfectly. I ran a small fan and electric light off the generator and everything seems to be working. I checked the voltage and it was approx. 130-140 volts A.C. and 14 volts D.C. I stopped the engine and let it cool. I then restarted it by simply choking it per instructions. Ran great....
So far it does everthing I expected from this little generator!!!!