Who has this unit actually running in an enclosure? I was told by Generac that this voids the warranty and ofcourse is dangerous.
1379851
We run this from the back of our 17' cube van but aim the exhaust outside. It is still not a good idea I know, but the terrain we work on occasionally does not allow us to take it down and move it around. In an enclosure it will be loud, hot and of course noxious (read deadly) to anything living. I would not recommend it at all unless properly vented & cooled.
324209
I week ago I would have recommended this unit. The other day the electrical generator quit. I have now had the engine quit and the generator quit on this thing. Getting rid of it and its only 2 years old.
466341
I run a car stereo setup off of mine in the man cave. My fan runs all the time. But I just put a 12v fan controller on it and a bigger fan. Fixed the problem if you're a DIY'er
1835189
Inasmuch as I have done quite a few things with my unit, I have to truthfully saythat this might be a effort in destruction. I don't feel qualified to answer this, but if I had to, I'd say "don't"I know how aggravating it is to have to go through the process of returning an item to Amazon, and, looking in my crystal ball, I see this an a definite possibility. But I also suggest calling someone at TEAC. But I did that, and got no answer. I wish you better luck in that dept. Good Luck!
1412632
Don't do it!!!! It's too risky!!! Even properly grounded, and with all waterproof (not weatherproof< Nat Elec Code,NEC> distinction) enclosure, and UFI protected, you're asking for a lethal dose of volts times amps equals watts. We are not talking cute little electrons here!!! We're talking all that GE has got, all at once. Seriously. DO NOT ATTEMPT. It would cost too much anyway to build a waterproof enclosure big enough to include servicing area, as well as the unit and filters, bringing power to it, which depending on the length of the run will necessitate a larger diameter wire, AND a special cable designed for outdoor use. (The voltage drops over a long run of wire.)NO! NO! PLEASE DON'T DO IT. Don't do it!!!! It's too risky!!! Even properly grounded, and with all waterproof (not weatherproof< Nat Elec Code,NEC> distinction) enclosure, and UFI protected, you're asking for a lethal dose of volts times amps equals watts. We are not talking cute little electrons here!!! We're talking all that GE has got, all at once. Seriously. DO NOT ATTEMPT. It would cost too much anyway to build a waterproof enclosure big enough to include servicing area, as well as the unit and filters, bringing power to it, which depending on the length of the run will necessitate a larger diameter wire,... » Read More Don't do it!!!! It's too risky!!! Even properly grounded, and with all waterproof (not weatherproof< Nat Elec Code,NEC> distinction) enclosure, and UFI protected, you're asking for a lethal dose of volts times amps equals watts. We are not talking cute little electrons here!!! We're talking all that GE has got, all at once. Seriously. DO NOT ATTEMPT. It would cost too much anyway to build a waterproof enclosure big enough to include servicing area, as well as the unit and filters, bringing power to it, which depending on the length of the run will necessitate a larger diameter wire, AND a special cable designed for outdoor use. (The voltage drops over a long run of wire.)NO! NO! PLEASE DON'T DO IT. « Show Less
2222841
your research is correct also. just buy unit new, not a reject like I did. It is a very good generator
1016121
From what I gather you're pretty much on your own with this generator. The original manufacturer went out of business. No warranty or service outlets I'm aware of that support this product. That said, I've had pretty good luck so far with mine, about a year old now... we'll see?
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Just got mine in... and they sent me a single tube unit (with a single plug on the inverter box, so definitely a single kit). Called Amazon about it and they admitted a mess up. Partial refund or take a chance (and time) on waiting on a return label, shipping the single unit back, and then them to possibly ship another single kit instead of a dual kit. Plus taking up another PCI card slot for the switch and having ANOTHER big ugly blue box to hide in the case. Meh, not sure what I'll do at this point. Just warning to NOT be surprised if they ship you a single unit and you have to jump through hoops to get it sorted. Just got mine in... and they sent me a single tube unit (with a single plug on the inverter box, so definitely a single kit). Called Amazon about it and they admitted a mess up. Partial refund or take a chance (and time) on waiting on a return label, shipping the single unit back, and then them to possibly ship another single kit instead of a dual kit. Plus taking up another PCI card slot for the switch and having ANOTHER big ugly blue box to hide in the case. Meh, not sure what I'll do at this point. Just warning to NOT be surprised if they ship you a single unit and you have to jump... » Read More Just got mine in... and they sent me a single tube unit (with a single plug on the inverter box, so definitely a single kit). Called Amazon about it and they admitted a mess up. Partial refund or take a chance (and time) on waiting on a return label, shipping the single unit back, and then them to possibly ship another single kit instead of a dual kit. Plus taking up another PCI card slot for the switch and having ANOTHER big ugly blue box to hide in the case. Meh, not sure what I'll do at this point. Just warning to NOT be surprised if they ship you a single unit and you have to jump through hoops to get it sorted. « Show Less
1963950
To put it simple YES, and all the claims of Generac refusing/ignoring warranty claims are true as well
1161192
This is a good ballast unit. I haven't had any trouble with mine, however it is something that can break down. The fan needs to be on to cool the unit. Have you plugged in the light swvith? The plug goes right in the front . If after you plug in your unit and it does not work you need to call the company you bought this from and ask for a replacement. Hope this helps
832507
Funny you should ask! I went down to my basement the other day and the light was OUT! The unit is supposed to be under warranty for 5 years. It's been two years since I had it installed. I have already spoken with the folks at Intermatic and will be sending the unit to them for their tech guy to take a look at it to see what went wrong. No matter how this goes, I won't regret having the unit -- if it took a hit that would have taken out my well pump or septic pump, it's still worth the cost of replacing it. But there's still some hope that Intermatic will find that it was a defect in the unit and perhaps it will be repaired or I will be compensated somehow? Hey, if they repair it, I'll keep it just in case there's a problem going forward two more years from now! So - you're right - there is no reset switch and the units are NOT serviceable by the consumer - However, the company is really good and if you send them the unit, they will investigate what happened! Jury's still out on whether I'm just out the cost - we shall see!
2138129
Send it back. Had one that did the same thing , it was a burned out motor . Sounds like you still hxve a warranty.
1024829
I put one in a sealed box with a Boss 2000w monblock... thew that in the trunk of my girlfriend's honda ... im not sure if that poor honda could handle 2 of these...lol
358577
I registered mine thru Ipower and they say it has a 2 year warranty, but yea contact the manufacturer they should help you out, and probably replace it for you, don't contact the seller unless you got it directly from Ipower.
1488497
I believe that is untrue. That owner likely misfired his unit. There should be a primary wire to power that is turned on by the ignition key. I think there is a secondary line that goes direct to battery so that the presets do not get lost.
1329985
Not sure I can help you with your question. I used this unit to run some portable fans at a dog show one day. A few months later I got the unit out to put air into an exercise ball and the unit caught fire. I called the company I bought the unit from and was told it was past the 90 days so too bad. Personally, I wouldn't recommend buying it.
1973003
That is not what i was told. I put it in myself. Warranty only covers cost of unit anyway. Seems to be a good unit. A little noisy.