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PowerBoss 30542 - 1700 Watt Portable Generator

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30542

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PowerBoss 30542 - 1700 Watt Portable Generator
Model: 30542
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Features

Grade

Emergency

Style

Portable

Run Watts

1,700 Rated Watts

Surge Watts

2,000
Starting Watts

Fuel

Gasoline

Engine

Briggs and Stratton OHV

  • A Compact Generator For Basic Portable Power
  • Generates enough power for an essential item
  • Can also be used at events & hunting/camping
  • 127cc Briggs & Stratton 550 Series OHV Engine
  • Provides long life, high performance, and great fuel efficiency
  • 2 Gallon Metal Fuel Tank w/ Fuel Gauge
  • Enough fuel to provide up to 8 hours of run time @ 1/2 load
  • Power Surge Alternator
  • Produces the power needed to start/run a small appliance or tool
  • Multi-Featured Control Panel
  • A simple design that is easy to use
  • Compact Design for Easy Portability
  • Weighs only 79 lbs, makes it easy to move where you need it
  • Protective Roll Cage
  • Protects the generator/engine during transportation & use
  • 2 Year Consumer/90-Day Commercial Warranty

Specifications

Plug Types
NEMA 5-20R (Wall-Type)
30542
specs product image PID-9157
Overview
Weight
79 Pounds
Consumer Warranty
2 Years
Commercial Warranty
90 Days
Product Style
Portable Generator
Product Length
21 Inches
Product Width
15.75 Inches
Product Height
18 Inches
Product Specs
Voltage
120 Single-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Alternator
Brush
Rated Watts
1700 Watts
Surge Watts
2000 Watts
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Rated Amps
14 Amps
Tank Size
2 Gallons
Run Time @ 50% Load
8 Hours
Fuel Tank Material
Metal
Fuel Gauge
Yes
Decibel Rating @ 7m Learn More
Decibel Rating @ 7m
Sound levels are measured in decibels (dB). The lower the decibel rating, the less noise the product makes. As an example, a ticking watch is 20 dB while on the other end of the scale, a lawn mower is around 90 dB.
Not Measured by Manufacturer
Idle Control
No
Hour Meter
No
Lifting Eye
No
Grade Type
Emergency
Engine
Engine Brand
Briggs and Stratton OHV
Starting System
Recoil Start
CC
127 CC
Consumer Engine Warranty
2 Years
Commercial Engine Warranty
90 Days
Engine RPM
3600 RPM
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
No
Cast Iron Sleeve
Yes
Plugs
NEMA 5-20R - Wall-Type
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Reviews

(3)
PowerBOSS 30542 Reviews & Ratings
Good Buy
By John S. 
Austin, Texas
Review Posted 07/13/2014 
Shipped quickly. Starts and runs well. Powers hydro hoist boat lift.
John S. Recommends This
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5/5
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5/5
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Performance
5/5
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Value
5/5
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Pros:
Easy To Use, Price, Reliable, I'd Buy It Again
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Great
By William H. 
Anacortes, Washington
Purchased 10/30/2013 | 
Review Posted 01/02/2014 
Great Gen. Easy to start and quite.
William H. Recommends This
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Features
5/5
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5/5
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5/5
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Value
5/5
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Price, Reliable, Easy To Store, I'd Buy It Again
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1700 Watts for cheap
By Scott 
Massachusetts
Purchased 02/11/2013 | 
Review Posted 03/05/2013 
This is a VALUE generator. You're not going to get a more affordable way to save your family from utter chaos when you loose power, heat, A/C whatever than $ 299.00 - it does not have a sound enclosure or any extras, but it runs and will power two small Air conditioners, or get my heat furnace operating in winter. It is fairly loud, but again...in an emergency for $ 299 who gives a %$#& !!! you will be able to keep your house warm or cool. The two 20 amp outlets are useful ( one cord to each air conditioner ) - these are small A.C.'s and you will not be able to power a whole house unit. DO NOT BRING THIS TO A CAMPSITE AND EXPECT TO MAKE FRIENDS, it is too loud for that. Perfect for an emergency minimal home set up. A+ excellent value per dollar here
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Features
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5/5
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Performance
5/5
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