New Ryobi 2300

New Ryobi 2300. I recently had a power outage for 4 days. This generator worked really well once I finally got my hands on it. I had my main fridge, mini fridge, 2 LED lights, internet wifi modem, and charging phones/tablets all at once. The generator never got above 25% load. Got it for $599 at my local Home Depot.

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Rule number one for owning a generator: secure it as best as you can. Generators are a highly sought after item for thieves - and they will steal a running generator! It only takes a few seconds with a cordless angle grinder to cut through a chain or a plastic housing.

If you want the generator to last, change the oil much sooner than the recommended 100 hours, and always let it warm up before putting a load on it. Never store the generator with ethanol-based fuel in the carburetor. Lastly, don't run the generator for extended periods at more than 80% of the stated running watts.