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Powermate P0080601 PM3000i 3000-Watt Gas-Powered Portable Inverter Generator by Generac - Clean and Quiet Power Supply for Home, Camping, and Outdoor Activities

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  • Convenient Powerdial Start: The Powermate PM3000i features a Powerdial Recoil Start with Off/Run/Cold Start settings integrated into one simple-to-use dial, providing easy operation
  • Whisper-Quiet Operation: With its fully enclosed case, this generator operates ultra quietly, ensuring minimal noise disturbance for you and your surroundings
  • RPMplus Technology: The PM3000i automatically adjusts the engine RPM based on load demand, reducing sound emissions and conserving fuel for optimized performance
  • Clean and Stable Power: Experience safe operation of sensitive electronics with less than 3% total harmonic distortion. The 1.06-gallon fuel tank provides up to 5.8 hours of runtime at 25% load
  • Portable and Reliable: The PM3000i features a lightweight design with a built-in handle for easy portability. The Powermate OHV Engine offers consistent power for various applications. The low-oil level shutdown protects the engine from damage

Customer ratings by feature

Portability
4.4 4.4
Easy to use
4.2 4.2
Maneuverability
3.8 3.8
Noise level
3.8 3.8

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Customer Ratings
Portability
4.4
4.3
4.6
4.4
3.9
4.4
Maneuverability
3.8
4.2
4.6
3.8
3.9
4.3
Noise level
3.8
4.1
4.4
3.8
4.5
4.2
Light weight
3.7
4.2
4.4
3.7
3.5
4.3
Value for money
3.4
3.6
4.0
3.4
4.0
4.0
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Liquefied Petroleum Gas
Gas
gas powered
Liquefied Petroleum Gas
Gasoline
power source
Electric
Gas-Powered
Fuel Powered
Electric
Gas Powered
Gas-Powered
engine type
4 Stroke
4 Stroke
4 Stroke
4 Stroke
4 Stroke
4 Stroke
output wattage
3000 watts
2000 watts
3 watts
3500 watts
runtime
5.8 hours
10.5 hours
12 hours
11 hours
50 minutes
8.3 hours
tank volume
1.06 gallons
1.05 gallons
1.14 gallons
1.2 gallons
5 gallons
47 liters

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Product Description

The Powermate PM3000i portable inverter generator provides ample power for a variety of outdoor settings and festivities. The PM3000i provides clean, stable power to sensitive electronics, tools and appliances for optimal operation. The built-in POWERDIAL integrates the Off/Run/Cold Start settings into one simple-to-use dial, while LED indicators alert users when the unit is low on oil, overloaded or ready for use. Integrated RPMplus technology automatically adjusts engine RPM based on load demand to reduce sound emissions and conserve fuel, while the convenient RV-ready outlet provides easy connection while on-the-go. The PM3000i is compact and lightweight for easy storage and transportation. Best of all, the unit’s fully-enclosed design allows PM3000i models to operate quietly, leaving neighbors and surrounding wildlife undisturbed.

Customer reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars
4.3 out of 5
220 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the power and ease of starting of the generator. For example, they say it works well, is easy to understand and starts right up. Customers are also impresseded with the value, saying it's a great buy for the price. That said, some complain about the quality and durability of the product. Opinions are mixed on the runtime.

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13 customers mention10 positive3 negative

Customers like the power of the generator. They mention that it works well, is easy to start, and is very powerful. Some say that the electric start works perfect. Overall, most are satisfied with the power and reliability of the product.

"This generator is perfect, started right up and it'sgreat for the price, it's worth it. A GREAT VALUE" Read more

"...Used the generator every day for one thing or another it performed perfectly. A great investment for not a lot of money...." Read more

"the generator works great. It was the delivery guys that were so unprofessional...." Read more

"...It no longer is easy to start and I have not been able to start it at all for several months...." Read more

11 customers mention11 positive0 negative

Customers find the starting process of the electricity generator to be easy. They mention that it rolls easily on concrete, and is easy to set up. Some say that the generator is easy-to-use and understand.

"This generator is perfect, started right up and it'sgreat for the price, it's worth it. A GREAT VALUE" Read more

"I like the whole setup easy setup and the plug in in nice" Read more

"...Starts easy, rolls easy on concrete but may be a challenge for older folks...." Read more

"So I love how easy it was to start up and it does run for hours I love that it shows you the gas level my only issue with it is that after a month..." Read more

7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

Customers find the value of the electricity generator to be great. They mention that it is reliable for the cost, and a great buy.

"This generator is perfect, started right up and it'sgreat for the price, it's worth it. A GREAT VALUE" Read more

"Better then expected for the price.... put in the oil and gas and it started on the first pull.... this will be great for the unexpected emergency..." Read more

"Works great. Great price. Runs great. Easy to start. Long run time." Read more

"Very powerful and relieable for the cost with free shipping...." Read more

3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the electricity generator. They mention that the design is great looking, and they are happy with the visible quality.

"...At first, I was happy with the visible quality for the price and wattage rating. My setup will likely never see over 2,000w...." Read more

"...What I like the most-- design is great looking- Gererac engine- run time between refueling- not too bulky-..." Read more

"Very nice..." Read more

3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the weight of the electricity generator. They mention that it is not too heavy and not too bulky.

"...Gererac engine- run time between refueling- not too bulky- great choke / cold start knob design" Read more

"...I will probably just return it since I left it sealed... Its light weight if anyone would like to know!" Read more

"I like that way it putting out power and not to heavy..." Read more

6 customers mention4 positive2 negative

Customers are mixed about the runtime of the generator. Some mention it does run for hours, while others say it can't even run 1100 W continuous.

"...Started on second pull. Ran continuously for almost 60 hours...." Read more

"Battery was dead on arrival and will not take a charge." Read more

"So I love how easy it was to start up and it does run for hours I love that it shows you the gas level my only issue with it is that after a month..." Read more

"Works great. Great price. Runs great. Easy to start. Long run time." Read more

6 customers mention0 positive6 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the quality of the electricity generator. They mention that it struggles to stay running and would die on them after a month of use. Some say that the generator is not capable of handling the rated Watts, and would shut off when connected to draw power.

"...needed an easy-start generator and loved this one until it stopped functioning correctly...." Read more

"...I have noticed that this thing is not capable of being able to handle the rated Watts...." Read more

"...level my only issue with it is that after a month of use it would no longer stay running and I have not been able to fix the problem so far and I..." Read more

"...not wanting to hold a load for more than 15-20 minutes and would struggle then die on me...." Read more

3 customers mention0 positive3 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the damage of the electricity generator. They mention that the outlet and circuit breaker were destroyed, the plate was bent all up, and the outlet was in pieces.

"...The generator arrived late and was damaged. Upon contacting the company, they responded immediately and resolved the issue...." Read more

"...that has the knob for start/stop/run and the electrical outlet and circuit resest was destroyed...." Read more

"Damage frame , unbalance, also when mounting wheels the one wheel was hard to mount , washer would not fit right due to weld joint ...." Read more

Damage
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Damage frame , unbalance, also when mounting wheels the one wheel was hard to mount , washer would not fit right due to weld joint .I have to improvise.Due to the unbalance I could have frame correctedAsking for support on damage frame. Would like to receive some credit. Otherwise generator Is good . Thank you. Carol
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