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This ETQ portable generator uses a fuel-efficient propane engine that consumes only 1.5 lbs./hr. propane @ 50% load. Surge Watts: 3,500, Rated Watts: 3,000, Engine Displacement (cc): 208, HP: 7, Engine: OHV 4 stroke, Run Time: 1.5lbs per hour at 50 percent, Receptacles (qty.): 2, Noise Level (dB): 65 at 23 feet, Fuel Type: Propane, Start Type: Recoil, Low Oil Shutdown: Yes, Dimensions L x W x H (in.): 24.7 x 18.31 x 18.30
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Technical Details
- 3000 running watts/3500 max watts- ETQ 7 HP 4 stroke air cooled OHV engine with low oil shut down
- 6.42 gallon fuel tank provides 11 hours of run time at 50% load
- Less than 65 db
- 1 year warranty
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By Melvin J. Larsen
We had experienced an power outage a couple of years ago that lasted two days and we used the generator in our motorhome to power some of the needed appliances in our house. After selling the motor home we started looking for a emergency generator for the house. One of the things that bothered me about a portable generator was storing gasoline for long periods of time. I goes bad after a year.
When I found this propane powered generator I knew it was something we could use.
It took Amazon longer than expected to get it shipped to me, I don't think they stock them in thier warehouse. But order from manufacture. Takes longer.
After a lengthy period of attempted starts, (I think it just needed primed) it starts now on the first or second pull. It is quiet and seems to run great. I start it every 15 days and run with small load for about 10 min.
I added my own home built wheel kit as it comes without wheels and is a little hard to move around with out wheels.
It appears to be well built and well worth the price. There are not many generators out there for price of this one.
I only gave it 4 stars because I have not had a chance to use the item as designed yet.
By A Man
As with the other reviewers my generator came with a broken Air Cleaner Assembly. I called Eastern Tool and they agreed to send out a replacement.
The unit was advertised as a Sine Wave unit with low harmonic distortion but I frankly found that doubtful at this price point. Most generators are Modfied Sine Wave which is OK for induction loads like lighting or heaters but generally terrible for electronics, microwaves and long term use with electric motors as they run hot and will often make (grinding sound) noise. We also own a large solar array with both True Sine Wave & Modified Sine Wave Converter capabilities and a Yamaha EF3000iSEB rated at 2800 watts which at $2,000.00 is a true sine wave converter.
Not owning an oscilliscope to check the Sine Wave pattern of the ETQ generator I was able to do a direct comparison with known True Sine Wave and known Modifed (clipped) Sine Wave Inverters and Generators. THIS GENERATOR IS TRUE SINE WAVE! All electronics run as they should. Motors run quietly and at normal temperatures. INCREDIBLE at this price point!
We use this generator for live outdoor concerts with a variety of sound reinforcement and instument amplifiers, True Sine Wave AC voltage is critical. Propane power is significantly safer than gasoline in an outdoor musical concert enviroment. Fire Marshalls agree!
******* TRUE SINE WAVE AC...DO NOT DISCOUNT HIS IMPORTANT DESIGN FEATURE! *******
As stated by other reviewers the generator is very quiet all things considered. The Yamaha EF3000 does make less noise 59db vs. the ETQ's 65db but the Yamaha has a fully enclosed housing to keep the noise down. This significantly adds to the the weight of the unit and also has a tendancy to make the generator vapor lock with high ambient temperatures. Not the case with the ETQ. The Eastern Tool Generator Muffler is significantly larger than any other muffler I've seen on a small gasoline engine. Clearly this aids in noise reduction.
I tested output and at an 1800 watt load, the unit was putting out 124.8 volts. A little high but I believe this is so you'll get a full 120 volts at full load. For comparision the Yamaha will put out 116 Volts at no load but drops as the load increases.
All said and done...Althought the unit does have a couple of weak design points as with the air cleaner assembly & choke lever it is a steal @ $429.00. With the knowledge that the unit is true sine wave and quiet as advertised, I would have easily paid $1,000.00 for the ETQ.
By Ron (Bainbridge Island)
I got this because I was sick of storing gas and having to keep replacing it to keep it fresh. Even with additives the gas degrades. I was going to get a propane conversion kit but got this generator instead. I have only ran it about 3 or four hours, so I can not say much about the longevity. But I am around a small engine repair shop a lot and by far the #1 problem are carburator problems mostly due to old gas. Propane eliminates this issue. That is why the stationary home units use propane. I had no problems with anything broken on it, as the other reviews mentioned. I fill it with oil, and it fired right up.
-- Why four stars? What do you want for $400 including shipping?
--Size/ weight: I made my own wheel kit for it out of some old wheels I picked up. It is light and small enough that it could be carried with a hand truck (dolly) or by two people with relative ease. t is reasonable quite
--Noise: It is reasonably quite. it is very much quieter then old school generators that were deafening. But it is by no means as quiet as some of the super quiet Hondas. If you are 10-15 feet away it is fine.
-- capacity I used it to run a table saw and some other stuff and it handled it. I did not have enough stuff to try and stack a full load on it, but it started the tablesaw and while that was running started a old porter cable 10" hand saw.
I will update this after our next power outage.
By Victor Waka (Brooklyn, NY United States)
Generator looks fairly well constructed. I bought this generator mainly for emergency purposes. I had a hard time starting generator(10-12 pulls). I called Eastern Tools, I was instructed to remove air box filter cover and filter, now the generator starts easily on one pull. Eastern Tools sent me a modified air box filter cover ( extra holes drilled in cover to allow more air for startup). The only other possible problem I noticed is that the choke lever seems flimsy. Propane tank seems to be a safer alternative than gasoline (less concerns over gasoline storage and staleness)
By Stephen Smith (AL, USA)
I purchased this generator specifically for my 30 foot camper and so far I have been pleasantly surprised by it's performance and ease of use. It easily powers my 13,500 BTU AC with room to spare utilizing the 25Amp plug although you will need an adapter. It starts easily and is relatively quite for a generator of it's size although not as quite as some of the fully enclosed generators. The sound of the AC in the camper overpowered the sound of the generator; however, it may not be quite enough for a campground setting.
Utilizing propane vs gasoline is a definite plus when it comes to storage because propane doesn't degrade like gasoline.
One thing I would definitely recommend is following the break in schedule because the engine appears to ship with a small amount of light weight preservative oil. Additionally, I installed some wheels on the unit to make it easier to roll around.
One review mentioned being shocked; however, I have never experienced any shock from the unit. Perhaps the unit that produced the shock was defective in some way. I would definitely recommend grounding the unit so the GFCI can properly function.
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