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Generac 7117 GP2200i 2200 Watt Portable Inverter Generator Parallel Ready
Last Updated: May 3, 2020 (Refresh Now)
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Sound Quality
38generator, noise, noise level, quieter, load
+97%
-3%
" ... A little bigger than expected and far more quiet than expected, you don't have to raise your voice to talk over it standing next to it. ... "
" ... Use this for camping and had it literally right outside my 1969 camper and had no problems with the noise. ... I removed one side cover and that was enough air flow to cool this unit efficiently and still wasn't too loud. ... I am very happy with this purchase and will try to create a way to create airflow without altering noise levels. ... "
" ... VERY QUIET, very little vibration. ... "
" ... actually a bit quieter. ... "
" ... It's perfect for what I use it for it's lightweight and really quiet. ... "
" ... Much quieter than expected. ... "
" ... The sound level is, or lack of it, is incredible. ... It's wisper quiet! ... "
" ... Great gen very quiet ... "
Product Reliability
23weeks, reliable, generac, runs, ran
+70%
-30%
" ... Quite reliable generator. ... "
" ... I have a 5500 Generac that is 8 years old, still runs great. ... "
" ... It was a nice little work horse for us we had to camp out for about 6 days. ... "
" ... I've ran it all night with no issues. ... "
" ... Had it for a few months now. ... "
" ... purchased two units to run parallel. ... "
" ... We have had the generator for a few months. ... "
" ... This generator has been working flawlessly so far. ... "
Size
21size, heavy, carry, compact, lightweight
+90%
-10%
" ... Not too heavy ... "
" ... Perfect for camping with my CPAP. ... "
" ... A simple compact unit that is amazingly quiet. ... "
" ... s 50 lbs, so not super-light, but light enough to carry out of the garage or into/out of the bed of a truck. ... "
" ... Small But Mighty and incredibley Quiet. ... "
" ... i love the portability . ... "
" ... The Honda of similar size was nearly twice as expensive. ... It is quiet, and light enough to carry easily from the truck to the work site. ... "
" ... Lightweight and quiet operation. ... "
For Running
16run, runs, generator, generac, years
+88%
-13%
" ... We were very impressed with this generator to run our new trailer. ... "
" ... Was really nice to be able to keep things running. ... "
" ... Runs and works good. ... "
" ... I was running it well within specs. ... "
" ... I have a 5500 Generac that is 8 years old, still runs great. ... "
" ... it has started on the fist pull each time and is quiet running. ... "
" ... Ran most all of my house with ease and surprising quiet. ... "
" ... I had one running alongside a $1200 Yamaha 2000 wat generator and got lots of comments on how much quieter the Generac was. ... "
Ease of Use
16easy to start, start, starts, quiet, pull
+94%
-6%
" ... Easy to start and quiet. ... "
" ... It starts pretty easy and runs fine. ... "
" ... easy setup and quiet when running ... "
" ... Easy to use ... "
" ... Was easy to setup with included engine oil. ... "
" ... So for this has been a really good buy, starts easy runs really good ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to start – typically starts in one easy pull. ... "
For Travel
15use, trip, generator, rv, power
+93%
-7%
" ... We wanted a smaller generator that would work for emergency use at home and for camping. ... "
" ... will use this generator while camping as well as needing one in the field. ... "
" ... The perfect generator for the price for our camping trips. ... "
" ... uses it for camping . ... "
" ... 36LID camping lights around our kitchen and to see Pat machines and we filled it up once overnight which was a little over 7 and a 1/2 hours approximately. ... "
" ... We use it camping ... "
" ... I've used it camping and for tailgating since and I have no complaints. ... "
" ... Perfect for camping with my CPAP. ... "
Overall performance
14quiet, job, runs, load, years
+100%
" ... Newer multi-speed motors also start at a lower load - usually under 200% the running amps. ... "
" ... Great gen very quiet ... "
" ... runs like a champ and has been very reliable. ... "
" ... I was running it well within specs. ... "
" ... I have a 5500 Generac that is 8 years old, still runs great. ... "
" ... While it was running, it handled the load fine. ... "
" ... Runs and works good. ... "
" ... does its job ... "
Power Consumption
13electricity, inverter generator, consumption, generators, fuel
+85%
-15%
" ... It won't run forever on a gallon of gas, and the greater the use, the greater the consumption. ... "
" ... Very good inverter generator ... "
" ... Enough power to run everything in my Jayco 145RB (even the AC). ... "
" ... I use it at by cabin in the Ozarks and anywhere else I need power on demand. ... "
" ... It will run crucial appliances when there is power failure. ... "
" ... The chainsaw draws right around the maximum power. ... "
" ... Let me tell you I really love this inverter generator. ... Hence why inverter generators are pretty awesome. ... Quick lesson on inverter generator technology is that it "works by producing the standard output AC current like most traditional generators, but that current is then converted to DC, and then “inverted” back to clean AC power that maintains a single phase, pure sine wave at the required voltage and frequency. ... And all these microprocessors are very sensitive to the quality of the electricity they use. ... "
" ... Great power and silent. ... "
Marketplace
12described, return, allow, advertised, products
+58%
-42%
" ... Its what it is supposed to be thanks Amazon, and generac for producing the product ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... Just as described ... "
" ... No problem with Amazon. ... "
Build Quality
12case, start, pull, plastic, housing
+42%
-58%
" ... Failed coil right out of the box. ... "
" ... Exhaust is surrounded by plastic housing that has broke and shattered . ... Have screws that rattled loose from normal use Have to find where they fell out and put them back . ... Only 100 hours when the housing broke . ... "
" ... There is a lot of plastic in the case. ... Mine actually had a crack on the end case. ... I suspect UPS dropped it on a corner. ... "
" ... I have another that the spring cord return broke within a few months. ... "
" ... Pull start internals broke first use . ... "
Price
11worth, reasonable, penny, money, sale
+91%
-9%
" ... Got this on a super sale price. ... "
" ... I was reluctant to spend this much money, but I'm glad I did. ... "
" ... It’s a must have at a reasonable price. ... "
" ... Half the price of a Honda. ... "
" ... For the price you cant do better. ... "
" ... It was worth every penny. ... This has been worth every penny fo sure! ... "
" ... For the price, I think it will be hard to beat. ... "
Weight
8heavy, easy, well, heavier, handle
+88%
-13%
" ... Not too heavy ... "
" ... I strapped it to a light weight dolly and it is easy to move it now. ... "
" ... It’s a bit heavy but very well made and solid ... "
" ... It is light weight and easy for one person to handle. ... "
" ... Small in size, quiet and light weight. ... "
" ... The light indicating a heavier load came on at this time as well to indicate nearing maximum load. ... The unit is very easy to maneuver since it is light weight and there is a handle. ... "
" ... Light weight ~ 59lbs. ... "
Fit
7put, case, running, oil, handle
+29%
-71%
" ... Have screws that rattled loose from normal use Have to find where they fell out and put them back . ... "
" ... It's hard too get your hand in to turn the cap. ... "
" ... Mine actually had a crack on the end case. ... "
Cables
6pull, broke, starter, start, plug
+67%
-33%
" ... We used one chord 20 Ridge,with a the 3 prong plug that could also made bt Ridge ... "
" ... Works great during Hurricanes and around the house instead of running long extension cords. ... "
" ... If buying for an RV you will need a $15 cord adaptor so you can plug in. ... "
" ... The pull cord is very easy to pull and the generator is quick to start. ... "
Returns
6refund, amazon, allow
+17%
-83%
" ... Vendor wont allow return since it was delivered. ... "
" ... No way was I going to have it repaired. ... I sent it back to amazon for a refund. ... "
" ... Had to return mine. ... "
" ... returned and bought a Honda ... "
" ... They gave me a refund. ... "
Delivery
5right, fast, box, took, return
+80%
-20%
" ... Fast delivery and packaged well. ... "
" ... Quick on delivery. ... "
" ... Fast shipping and delivery. ... "
" ... Started right up after I took it out of the box . ... "
Battery Life
5lights, charge, batteries, run, hundred
+80%
-20%
" ... Time will tell how long it lasts. ... "
" ... It takes about an hour to charge a one hundred forty amp hour battery. ... "
" ... We bought this to charge our battery and run some appliances in our camper. ... "
" ... I use it in my boat to charge batteries and power my lights. ... "
Charging
5battery, charging, battery charger, watt, run
+80%
-20%
" ... Powers all lights, a 12 volt battery charger and my 1200 Watt microwave in my RV at the same time with no problems. ... "
" ... Using this generator I was able to run a reciprocating saw, circular saw, jig saw, pancake compressor, and battery charger (not all at once). ... "
" ... It takes about an hour to charge a one hundred forty amp hour battery. ... "
" ... I use it in my boat to charge batteries and power my lights. ... "
Setup
4easy, running, start, quiet, oil
+100%
" ... Was easy to setup with included engine oil. ... "
" ... This is a great machine one it is setup and running. ... "
" ... easy setup and quiet when running ... "
Product As Described
4advertised
+100%
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... Just as described ... "
Ports
4power, phone, adapter
+50%
-50%
" ... My only complaint (and this is small) is that I had to buy a RV 30 amp adapter to connect to the Twistlock Outlet. ... "
" ... DO NOT BUY GENERAC BRAND OR FROM CPO OUTLETS. ... "
Cleaning
4clean, ground, upon, remove, pour
+75%
-25%
" ... In terms of maintenance is does require that you clean the “spark arrestor” every 50 hours of use. ... "
" ... Power seems to be very clean (no trouble with electronics so far). ... "
" ... Using power that isn’t “clean” can make these devices malfunction, or even damage them." ... "
Comfort
4get, end
+50%
-50%
" ... It's hard too get your hand in to turn the cap. ... "
Capacity
3generator, start, rv, runs
+100%
" ... I can run a room heater or AC unit on in power outages with it. ... "
" ... We use a yard cart if we need to move it more than a few feet. ... "
" ... I have a large generator (12k watts) that will run the whole house, but it is nice to know that I have this little guy as back up in case the big one has an issue. ... "
Storage
3storage, generator, freezer
+100%
" ... The weight is extremely manageable and can easily stay in your utility closet on a shelf or on in your garage. ... "
" ... I bought it mainly for emergencies to power my freezer and refrigerator. ... "
" ... I would recommend purchasing a cover, synthetic oil and a gas saver for storage. ... "
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