Great generator for size and class but louder than expected.
My initial comments for the MXR2850 Generator. I bought this to run LED Hanger lights and a small air compressor. There is not a break in procedure in the manual so I used recommendations from internet. I filled with oil, started and ran it for 45 minutes with no load, then 15 minutes with varied loads 700 watts to 1500 watts. I then changed oil again and ran again for 1 hours with varying loads and changed the oil again. I plan to start using normally now. Pros: Arrived fast 2 days, clean undamaged carton, packed well, all tools and manuals included, new with no gas smell in tank and empty of oil. Cranks 1st time each time I have cranked it. Runs Smooth, engine speed varies with load. Handles different loads well, from slow for running 300 watts for 25 led lamps in my hanger to starting and running a harbor freight 7 amp air compressor, to a 1500 watt heater. This is much better than my Duramax XP2200is which had problems with the compressor. Very light for wattage rating, is lighter than my Duramax XP 2200is it is replacing. Digital read out to confirm volts and frequency, also keeps up with run time. Oil changes are easy, no tools, spark plug and air filter appear easy also Cons: It’s is NOT as quiet as expected or hoped for. It louder than other inverter generators I own, a Honda 2200 and my DuraMax 2200. The noise appears to be exhaust so this may not have as quiet of a muffler as the others. This would NOT be a good choice for a campground but works for me as I am just powering hanger lights and occasionally a grinding wheel or compressor. NA: I don’t know about long term performance or seller performance as it has been too soon but the generator packaging and initial impressions are good. Read more





















