Honda Generators

Anyone use a Honda generator. I have the Companion model with the 30amp outlet. I tried it and had the reverse polarity light come on. I've done quite a bit of searching online and this isn't an issue. Wondered if anyone has used it on an IP? Thanks

We use the same unit without issues. Search here and IPHomeport and I think you will find discussions by others with your experience.

We borrowed a Honda 2000 to run Christmas lights (mast, forestay, backstays, lifelines) for about 3 hours and it was great. No problems, but can't remember if we ran direct from the generator or through boats' ac...anyway, now I want one too!

rlwestlake,
Did you run your generator through boat AC system (through the shore power outlet)? Did your reverse polarity light/alarm come on?

We run a shore power cable to the shore power 30 amp connection in the cockpit and flip on shore power as if on the dock. Our primary use is to make hot water on a lay day, but also use it for a cabin heater in the shoulder seasons. No reverse polarity issues. Great power source that comes to the house during layup. Last use at the house was Hurricane Sandy, but I run it from time to time to keep it healthy (important preventive maintenance).

drljjj wrote: Anyone use a Honda generator. I have the Companion model with the 30amp outlet. I tried it and had the reverse polarity light come on. I've done quite a bit of searching online and this isn't an issue. Wondered if anyone has used it on an IP? Thanks

I have a honda 2000 which so far has only serve to run a blender. I have not yet needed to run it to charge batteries. I have read that you cannot run an air-conditioner with a single Honda 2000. I think that is probably accurate. You would need to string two generators together. In retrospect (I upgraded my Engine alternator) probably do not need the generator. Unless of course your need for a blender is significantly high. I can get by on Jack Daniels and Coke