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marcus

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Hi there reading all the replys,do i take it that its not just a case of plugging in a genny. My son's washing machine is rated at 1500 watts, but a 2.4KW genny won't run it, any help please

Your right Im afraid.

Many new washing machines (and other white goods) use PCB’s and ‘Thyristors’ for ‘soft start’ motors and controlling other operations.

There are three main types of generator that you will come across:

 

1. AVR controlled – very good voltage/frequency control, tend to be on more expensive or heavier installed type generators

2. Capacitor controlled – not very good voltage/frequency control. Tend to be on cheaper generators, typically the type with a tubular frame around an open petrol engine.

3. Inverter generators – quite good voltage/frequency control, tend to be on smaller compact ‘handbag’ generators. Some useable some not.

 

It’s not easy, it is one of those things where what is a good arrangement for you may not suit someone else.

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Of course if you use a twin tub washing machine:

 

a- you use a lot less water

 

b- you can run it off any genny or a small inverter

 

c- you get better washing!

 

The only downsides are that you have to be there to load and unload it and you have to use your boat supplied hot water.

 

Small ones (here) are good for many people whilst larger ones (here) will cater for the biggest family.

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