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Powerhorse Portable Generator — 2,200 Surge Watts, 1,800 Rated Watts

Item# 166111
"Powerhorse Portable Generator - 2,200 Surge Watts, 1,800 Rated Watts"
Powerhorse Portable Generator — 2,200 Surge Watts, 1,800 Rated Watts

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Powerhorse Portable Generator — 2,200 Surge Watts, 1,800 Rated Watts

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  • Four 120V, 20 Amp outlets
  •  One 12V DC outlet
  • Voltmeter
  • Efficient OHV engines with low oil shutdown
  • Free wheel kit

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Product Summary

This versatile Powerhorse™ Portable Generator provides reliable power for emergencies or outdoor projects and does it quietly with a low 67dB noise level. Plus, you can count on it to generate clean electricity with a smoother output to safely run sensitive electronics, producing less than 5% total harmonic distortion at full load. A FREE wheel kit completes the package. Combine these features with rigorous U.S.-based testing, dedicated customer/tech support and incredible value, and you'll own one of the most reliable generators in the industry. Not for sale in California.

What's Included

  • (1) Generator
  • (1) Wheel kit

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Features + Benefits

  • Four 120V, 20 Amp outlets
  •  One 12V DC outlet
  • Voltmeter
  • Efficient OHV engines with low oil shutdown
  • Free wheel kit
  • Safe for sensitive electronics with less than 5% THD at 100% load
  • Not for sale in California

Key Specs

AttributeSpecification

item#

166111

Brand

Powerhorse

Manufacturer's Warranty

24 months consumer / 90 day commercial

Ship Weight

101.0 LB

Surge Watts

2,200

Rated Watts

1,800

Fuel Type

Gasoline
AttributeSpecification

Engine Displacement

208 cc

Start Type

Recoil

Battery Required

No

Battery Included

No

Low Oil Shutdown

Yes

Dimensions L x W x H (in.)

28 x 18 x 18 in

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  1. I am planning to buy one of this model. But before I do, I would like to know if there is a model with a choice of 120v and 240v model.

    I am shipping this out to the Philippines. I will take care of shipping from my home to the Philippines.

    1. The 2200 model does not offer 240 volt current availability. The 4000 model uses the same motor, and can provide up to 3100 continuous watts of power at 120 volts or at 240 volts. There are outlets installed on the generator for each voltage rating. It only costs a bit more, and is more versatile in this way. I own both generators and believe they are of excellent quality for the price paid.

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    2. There is not a model in the 2200 watt range that has a choice between 120v or 240v. In order to have the option for both 120v and 240v you would have to upgrade to item #166112, it is the Powerhorse 4,000 watt generator.

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  2. Powerhorse Portable Generator - 2200 Surge Watts, 1800 Rated Watts

    could i run my Northern Industrial 125 115V Flux Cored Welder on this Generator. ??

    1. Maybe - your answer depends entirely on how many watts of electricity your welder draws. This is a good generator, but it only outputs 1800 watts of electricity continuously, and up to 2200 watts momentarily - at motor startup for example. Look in your owner's manual for the current draw your welder demands

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    2. This generator would not be able to power the Northern Industrial 125 115V welder. The welder requires 2300 watts to operate it. May we recommend upgrading to the Powerhorse 4,000 surge watt generator #166112. See below.

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  3. Will this power 2 1000w bulbs?

    hello, i'm looking to buy a generator and this fits my budget. I'm planning to use this when my family and i go fishing. What i would like to know if these would be able to power up 2 1000w par 64 lights safely.

    also, on a full tank of 4 gallons, how long would i be able to run it before it goes empty?

    Thanks!

    1. No, this generator can only supply 1800 watts of power continuously. Two 900 watt lights will work, the 1000 watt lights will not.

      You can run it ten hours or more per tankful, in my experience.

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    2. This portable generator produces 1800 watts continuously which is less than the 2000 watts your application requires. Click the links below to view generators that have a 2000 watt(continuous) rating or higher.

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  4. Can I run 220 ac with this unit

    1. NO! There is no 220-240 volt capability with this generator. Look instead at the 4000 watt generator, or larger, for 240 volt capability.

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    2. This generator doesn't include a 220 volt receptacle to power an air conditioner.

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  5. Will it power a 110 volt mig welder

    1. The answer to your question depends entirely on how many watts your 110 volt mig welder demands in order to produce the welding current you need. This generator puts out no more than 1800 watts on a continuous basis, and no more than 2200 watts momentarily - for starting up an electric motor, for example. Check the owners manual on your mig welder. If it draws less than 1800 watts, you are good to go. Otherwise, you need a larger generator.

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    2. This generator may run a MIG welder depending on the welder's amp draw. Some MIG welders require 2300 watts to run. Check the welder's wattage draw to ensure it doesn't surpass the output of the generator.

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  6. What type of generator head, brush or brushless?

    1. this generator head uses brushes.

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    2. This PowerHorse Generator has brushes.

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  7. how many amps is in the one 120v dc outlet?

    1. This has a 12 volt DC outlet, not a 120 volt DC outlet. The circuit breaker will trip if you exceed 8 amps.

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    2. The DC outlet on this generator is 12volt, it provides 8amps.

      The 120 volt outlets provide AC power they are rated at 18 amps.

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  8. Oil Drain Plug Accessible?

    Is the drain plug for oil changes fairly accessible? I had a genny before and the drain plug was about 1/4 inch off the ground. I had to put the thing up on blocks to raise it high enough.

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    1. The oil drain is on the side at the bottom of the engine. It is easily accessible from the side and a low sided container can be placed underneath to catch the oil.

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  9. Looking at this model as a "backup" generator ...

    To a larger generator...

    To power small wattage items such as coffee pot, microwave etc rather than running larger unit.

    Planning on getting a 4000 watt or 7,000 watt unit to run the bigger items....freezers, frig, heaters etc...

    With this smaller unit work into my "plans"???

    1 answer

    1. This generator can be used to power your smaller appliances. The appliances/items you're powering need to be connected to this generator using extension cords. It doesn't have the proper receptacle/outlet for connection to a transfer switch(if you have one connected to your breaker panel).

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  10. Does the PH 2200 Gen have a speed aswitch based on load?

    item # 166111-1557

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    1. The engine on this generator maintains a consistent speed/RPM. It doesn't have a switch to adjust its speed or RPM's based on load.

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Warranty

Manufacturer's Warranty

24 months consumer / 90 day commercial

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