Honda EU2200i

[tahoe1840]

Wondering if this new Honda generator will run a single RV 13,500 BTU air conditioner. It is rated at 15 amps continuous 18 amps peak. Has anyone tried one?

[cruzbill]

Its not the running that's the problem, its the starting (amps) that is the issue. Might look into a soft start (not hard start). Google Micro-Air.

[MSHappyCampers]

Hi ! Welcome to IRV2! We're sure glad you joined the gang!

Bill nailed it! Keep her between the ditches!

Good luck, happy trails, and God bless!

[1bigmess]

The answer is ... maybe. The soft start add-ons will help put the odds in your favor. Some will without it though.

[Gerryl]

Originally Posted by cruzbill

Its not the running that's the problem, its the starting (amps) that is the issue. Might look into a soft start (not hard start). Google Micro-Air.

Bill is right, I run my 13,500 AC with an EU2000 because I installed a 'Micro-air soft start on the AC unit. Just sold my 2000 and bought a 2200. Although the 2000 handled it, I am sure the 2200 will do it with ease. Actually, I wouldn't be suprised to see a 2200 run the AC without the easy start. The only way we will know that if if someone tries one without the easy start.

Just wrote a thread on this earlier today, see:
http://www.irv2.com/forums/f50/love-...it-384223.html

Here is the link to the easy start:
https://www.microair.net/collections...-soft-starters

https://video.search.yahoo.com/yhs/s...2&action=click


Although Honda only advertises the 2200 at 1800 amps, it actually is over 2400amps when tested.