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Aug 10, 2021 7:47 PM

Sportsman 1000W Inverter Portable Gasoline Generator

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Tractors Supply Co has Sportsman 1000W Inverter Portable Gasoline Generator (GEN1000I) on sale for $169.99. Select Free Ship to Store.

Thanks to community member studlyjuddly for finding this deal

About the Product
  • 1000 peak surge watts / 800 rated running watts, run time: 6.3 hours at 50% load, 0.55 gal. fuel tank
  • Lightweight and portable, easily grab and go for a convenient power source
  • Powers sensitive electronics with stable and constant voltage
  • Sine wave gives clean, stable voltage, and reliable power, safely charge phone, tablets, and other electronics
  • One 120V AC outlets, one- 12 Volt DC outlet
  • Low oil shutdown and indicator light, engine shut off switch, economy switch, overload indicator light, oil capacity: 10 oz., SAE 10W30
  • Compact size and weight make it easy to travel and transport, uses unleaded gasoline
  • 1.3 HP, 5,000 RPM, 40cc, 4 stroke, noise level: 56db with no load, recoil start
  • Watts on various appliance and devices can greatly vary. It is best to check the wattage of the device you would like to power to make sure it is below the running wattage of the generator
  • Generator is not recommended for high altitude use above 3,000 ft.
  • EPA approved, CARB compliant, available for sale in California
Warranty
  • Includes a 1-Year Limited Manufacturer's Warranty / 2-Year Emissions Warranty

Editor's Notes

Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • About the deal:
    • The Sportsman 1000W Inverter Portable Gasoline Generator (GEN1000I) is $110 less (39% savings) than the $279.99 list price.
  • About the store:
    • Tractor Supply Company Return Policy can be found here.

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Written by studlyjuddly
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About the Poster
Tractors Supply Co has Sportsman 1000W Inverter Portable Gasoline Generator (GEN1000I) on sale for $169.99. Select Free Ship to Store.

Thanks to community member studlyjuddly for finding this deal

About the Product
  • 1000 peak surge watts / 800 rated running watts, run time: 6.3 hours at 50% load, 0.55 gal. fuel tank
  • Lightweight and portable, easily grab and go for a convenient power source
  • Powers sensitive electronics with stable and constant voltage
  • Sine wave gives clean, stable voltage, and reliable power, safely charge phone, tablets, and other electronics
  • One 120V AC outlets, one- 12 Volt DC outlet
  • Low oil shutdown and indicator light, engine shut off switch, economy switch, overload indicator light, oil capacity: 10 oz., SAE 10W30
  • Compact size and weight make it easy to travel and transport, uses unleaded gasoline
  • 1.3 HP, 5,000 RPM, 40cc, 4 stroke, noise level: 56db with no load, recoil start
  • Watts on various appliance and devices can greatly vary. It is best to check the wattage of the device you would like to power to make sure it is below the running wattage of the generator
  • Generator is not recommended for high altitude use above 3,000 ft.
  • EPA approved, CARB compliant, available for sale in California
Warranty
  • Includes a 1-Year Limited Manufacturer's Warranty / 2-Year Emissions Warranty

Editor's Notes

Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • About the deal:
    • The Sportsman 1000W Inverter Portable Gasoline Generator (GEN1000I) is $110 less (39% savings) than the $279.99 list price.
  • About the store:
    • Tractor Supply Company Return Policy can be found here.

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Aug 11, 2021 7:50 PM
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bentrinhAug 11, 2021 7:50 PM
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Quote from crazycreations View quoted comment :
Generator is not recommended for high altitude use above 3,000 ft. -why?
Air is too thin for the carb there, leading to too much fuel in the air/fuel mixture. I've had some success running it with a partial choke, of course at reduced power.
Aug 11, 2021 7:54 PM
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bentrinhAug 11, 2021 7:54 PM
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Quote from speed_demon View quoted comment :
This is not a bad find at this price but not a generator I would trust. Do a nice thorough break-in before the warranty expires so you know you don't have a lemon. Other than that, easy to start and quiet. Probably not going to get 1000 watts out of it tho.
Believe it or not, it'll surge to 1000w repeatedly without complaining
Aug 11, 2021 8:03 PM
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speed_demonAug 11, 2021 8:03 PM
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Quote from bentrinh View quoted comment :
Believe it or not, it'll surge to 1000w repeatedly without complaining
I'm hoping you're right. My first one didn't like anything above 600 and started puking oil out the tailpipe. My second one is still in the box (warranty replacement). I have high hopes for the second one.
Aug 11, 2021 8:43 PM
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JumpstarAug 11, 2021 8:43 PM
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What happens if you buy two of these? Can you get 2000 W out of them?
Aug 11, 2021 9:00 PM
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NMIMWAug 11, 2021 9:00 PM
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Quote from Jumpstar View quoted comment :
What happens if you buy two of these? Can you get 2000 W out of them?
This is not parallel capable, so, no.
Aug 11, 2021 10:58 PM
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mrsunnyAug 11, 2021 10:58 PM
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Can I run a coffee maker and/or a fan + lights with this in a campground without being too loud?
Aug 11, 2021 11:11 PM
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bentrinhAug 11, 2021 11:11 PM
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Quote from speed_demon View quoted comment :
I'm hoping you're right. My first one didn't like anything above 600 and started puking oil out the tailpipe. My second one is still in the box (warranty replacement). I have high hopes for the second one.
Ah, you might have over filled the oil. The oil marker on this model is kind of garbage, try emptying it and filling it by a measuring cup. Then if it slews oil, let it run at high capacity for a while.

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Aug 11, 2021 11:23 PM
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TylerJ_COEAug 11, 2021 11:23 PM
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Quote from iMakeGirlsWet View quoted comment :
The jet size in the carb. You might be able to get a high altitude jet for the carb.
I've tried looking into this, but can't find anything. I already bought one last year and I want to use it at 10,000 feet (WY),. I'm worried it won't even start at that altitude. Any tips on finding more about jetting this generator?
Aug 11, 2021 11:24 PM
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TylerJ_COEAug 11, 2021 11:24 PM
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Quote from bentrinh View quoted comment :
Air is too thin for the carb there, leading to too much fuel in the air/fuel mixture. I've had some success running it with a partial choke, of course at reduced power.
Do you think this would work at 10,000 feet? I understand reduced power, but would it still run?
Aug 11, 2021 11:32 PM
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SeriousTerrier997Aug 11, 2021 11:32 PM
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Quote from TylerJ_COE View quoted comment :
Do you think this would work at 10,000 feet? I understand reduced power, but would it still run?
I don't think any manufacturer sells small engine equipped mower/snowblower/generator with a big warning not to operate it it over 10000 foot. I failed to understand why this would be a real issue.
see this link [expeditionportal.com]
Last edited by SeriousTerrier997 August 11, 2021 at 04:35 PM.
Aug 11, 2021 11:46 PM
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TylerJ_COEAug 11, 2021 11:46 PM
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Quote from SeriousTerrier997 View quoted comment :
I don't think any manufacturer sells small engine equipped mower/snowblower/generator with a big warning not to operate it it over 10000 foot. I failed to understand why this would be a real issue.
see this link [expeditionportal.com]
Have you operated a generator at that altitude? I sure haven't, and looking in online forums you will find that the actual practice of running at that altitude often results in a fouled plug in a vert short time period or they can't get theirs to start. The link you posted is for Honda generators which have available jetting kits that I cannot find for this generator. If there is a jetting kit for it that I am unaware of, I'd sure like to know. Maybe it will work fine, but the trip I'm planning has very little room for gear and I'd like to not take a generator that would be potentially useless. Thanks for your reply. Cheers.
Aug 11, 2021 11:57 PM
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CaleoAug 11, 2021 11:57 PM
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Quote from bentrinh View quoted comment :
Great deal, although these regularly go down to $200 so the discount isn't as amazing as it seems. They're great lil units for adding some power to a campsite, but if you're going to use these for a home or rv, you should be eyeing the larger 2000w class generators.
I agree, although I have this exact generator and it powers my big french door fridge without trouble.

Modern fridges (within the last 10-15 yrs) don't tend to use as much power as their old counterparts. I put mine on a kill-a-watt and even when the condenser is running, it only pulls about 125W
Quote from Tommypickles213 View quoted comment :
Would this run my fridge during a power outage?
Most likely, but it depends on your fridge - see above (you may have to turn "Economy mode" off)
Aug 12, 2021 1:14 AM
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WildRigger47Aug 12, 2021 1:14 AM
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Quote from kalinrs View quoted comment :
You are correct. While sometimes the plate will only list maximum running current, the unit itself might be a bit less (depending on environment). Only way to tell is with Kill-a-Watt.

I have this generator and 1000W is max surge. It is rated 800W continuous and before buying I read that someone took it apart and the inverter module is really only good for 700-750.

Therefore I wouldn't expect anything more than 700W for reliable operation.

2000W would be a much safer bet (although more expensive) for your portable.
I'm the person who took this generator apart, on Day 1, even before adding oil.
I did so to check & verify several things, one being the watt rating on the inverter module. Even the included manual listed the inverter module as only having a 700 watt limit rating (NOT 800 watts, nor 1000 watts). See attached pic for manual's 700 watt inverter module rating. (0.7kw = 700 watts)
I did numerous load tests upon running the generator and found it would only put out approx 675-685 watts before the engine cut out (stopped) due to "overload". All tests were done with stable 'resistance-type' loads.Therefore, the top wattage I could get out of this generator (as many others have also experienced) was 685 watts MAX.

Quote from bentrinh View quoted comment :
Believe it or not, it'll surge to 1000w repeatedly without complaining
I highly doubt that, as I've done extensive wattage testing with mine. (See above, also).

Quote from speed_demon View quoted comment :
I'm hoping you're right. My first one didn't like anything above 600 and started puking oil out the tailpipe. My second one is still in the box (warranty replacement). I have high hopes for the second one.
I believe these are a BIG YMMV, with many only putting out in the range of 600-700 watts, at best. Some may get lucky and get one that ends up putting out more, but I believe those are the exception, rather that the rule.
Aug 12, 2021 1:39 AM
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madmax718Aug 12, 2021 1:39 AM
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Quote from c3688t View quoted comment :
Anybody know how queit this model is? I read 48 to 60 db is a general range for inverter units. The description on this one says 57. I want one that is truely quiet.
The Honda and Yamaha are quieter. These sound a tic more metallic to me.

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Aug 12, 2021 1:39 AM
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madmax718Aug 12, 2021 1:39 AM
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Quote from Tommypickles213 View quoted comment :
Would this run my fridge during a power outage?
Depends on your fridge, and how much extension cord your running.

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