DuroMax XP4400E 4,400 Watt 7.0 HP OHV 4-Cycle Gas Powered Portable Generator With Wheel Kit And Electric Start
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of DuroMax XP4400E 4,400 Watt 7.0 HP OHV 4-Cycle Gas Powered Portable Generator With Wheel Kit And Electric Start
Customer Review: Horrible Company, Bad Product
Summary: 1 Stars
On June 17, 2010, we purchased a Duromax XP4400E portable generator from
Max Tool after speaking to Arvin in Sales/Customer Service and explaining what
the generator would be used for, a 1-1/2 Hp 230 volt AC single phase water
pump. This generator is advertised as having a max AC output of 4400 watts
and a rated AC output of 3500 watts. When connecting the generator to the
pump and attempting to run it, we discovered that the pump would run for
approximately 12 to 14 seconds before tripping the electrical breaker on the
generator.
When confronting Max Tool with this problem on Tuesday, July 6th, Max Tool's
customer support said that the breaker is set for 15 amps, and that the generator
is too small for the water pump. It was also said that their sales people didn't
know everything about their products. It was then said that we should sell the
generator (as they do not take returns on used generators) and purchase a larger
size generator from them. We told them this was unacceptable as they were the
ones who recommended this generator for this application in the first place.
Max Tool does not honor their products, nor their customers. Horrible experience - will file a law suite to cover our out of pocket costs for this worthless generator.
Customer Review: Good Generator : Electric Start a Plus
Summary: 5 Stars
I got this at my husband's request. He wanted this (for his Christmas present) as an emergency generator, especially in case of Earthquakes for our Northern California home. So far, so good!! It is a little less portable than we would have liked, (quite heavy) but is adequate. The electric start is really a plus. My husband set it up to try outside, after following directions for putting in oil, and then gasoline, and attaching it to a temporary ground wire outside. It worked fine when attached to a motor on a 120 volt extension cord. He brought it back into the garage where it will live, and has attached it to another metal ground (part of the metal piping for the electric furnace) as a more permanent ground. He had emptied the gasoline out. The plan now is just to leave it, and to be able to just add gasoline when needed, and use the key to start it. He left the key in place. This should work very well for our needs, which is very rare actual use, but hopefully enough to keep emergency things going for a few days in case of severe earthquake: we would be able to stay in the house rather than heading out on the road, or not haveing any power. (We also got the cover which is a good idea for keeping dust off if using rarely). It seems to work flawlessly!!Customer Review: Great vlaue
Summary: 4 Stars
I was looking for a generator for emergencies and for camping. The DuroMax by PowerMax is that unit. I read the other reviews and followed their recommendations. When it was delivered, only 6 days after I placed the order, I examined the box, it was in good shape, as was the generator. The only problem I had was the yellow plastic oil dip stick had fallen out and the threads were a little missed up. I called the number on the instructions to request a new oil dip stick. Their reprehensive helped me and I had a new dip stick within 72 hours.
I then followed the easy to understand directions and the unit started the first time. The electric starter is great, no more pulling on the rope, which made my wife very happy, when she needs to start the unit. The weight is not bad. No problem lifting it into the back of my pickup truck. I just leave it there while camping.
The unit is large enough to operate the air conditioner on my camping trailer and micro wave at the same time. It is a little louder than I had hoped, but nothing you cannot live with.
Customer Review: very pleased, quality product
Summary: 4 Stars
The generator was delivered sooner than anticipated and was well packaged. Some minor assembly was required and the wheels were a bit smaller than the ones in the picture. The Generator is a fine product and is definitely the best deal for the money spent. The oil fill hole is a bit cumbersome to get to, you will need a long skinny funnel. I used it during the latest snow storm when my power was out for about 12 hours. The generator easily powered my fireplace blower, entire entertainment center, 1500 watt radiator heater, several lights, and (refrigerator/microwave/toaster-alternately) all at the same time with no problems. It also adjusts its fuel consumption based on the current draw used so it used much less gas than its max rating. (about 1.5 gal in 3 and 1/2 hours) its rated for 8 hours on 4 gals. Having compared this generator to several others available at local retailers it is by far a superior product and I highly recommend it . Thanks Amazon for a great product at a great price!Customer Review: Well worth it
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this to power our camper while we were at the Ohio River Sternwheel Festival. They have NO hookups.I borrowed a 1500 watt last year, & it would not handle the A/C on our camper.This worked GREAT. I read one review that it arrived in bad shape. Mine arrived in perfect shape. It was well packed, with plenty of thick foam packing. It had 2 packing braces that had to be removed.Most reviews complain about being a pain putting oil in it. I simply tipped on its side & used a small funnel.After adding oil, I filled with gas, put choke on, turned the key, & it fired right up. Runs like a champ.The electric start is great.A little heavy, takes 2 people to lift it into the truck. Not as quiet as a Honda. But at half the price,it is easy to compromise.There was a 3000i Honda at the festival that hardly made any noise, but I'm sure it was over 2000 dollars.Fairly quiet.For the price & the fetchers it cant't be beat,especially when their is no tax & no shipping.Can't say anything bad, for the price.