Power outage

Mixreef1 · 06/22/2021, 12:07 AM

Hi all ,

I just got a notice from Edison saying that the power will be out on Wednesday night 1130pm to Thursday 530am. What is the best generator do you guy think I can buy that is good to run 2 return pumps for that 6 hrs period outage. I have 2 sp4 return pumps by the way.

Thanks in advance .

stephj03 · 06/22/2021, 01:55 AM

Honda if money isn't an issue.

https://powerequipment.honda.com/gen...models/eu2200i

This model will run a couple of return pumps, a couple of power heads and likely a couple of LEDs.

If you don't think you'll use it much, the predator version from harbor freight, or the Yamaha knockoff at Costco will do mostly the same for half the money or less.

Get an inverter style whichever you choose.

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FishyBeaner · 06/22/2021, 04:27 AM

I’ve ran an M1 and a 300w heater over night with the 100.00 tailgating generator from Harbor Freight.

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pga7602 · 06/22/2021, 08:11 AM

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Originally Posted by FishyBeaner

I’ve ran an M1 and a 300w heater over night with the 100.00 tailgating generator from Harbor Freight.

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This. I do the same and it can handle 6 of your pumps no problem.

KWoo008 · 06/22/2021, 12:05 PM

If you're going to get a generator, please don't forget about your refrigerator/freezer. Food spoiling/thawing out could get costly and messy to clean up.

BeanMachine · 06/22/2021, 04:40 PM

Where do you live, you may not even need a heater right now. Just run some battery powered air stones over night and call it a day.

BeanMachine · 06/22/2021, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by KWoo008

If you're going to get a generator, please don't forget about your refrigerator/freezer. Food spoiling/thawing out could get costly and messy to clean up.

Dude saving the fish and coral is a much higher priority! What are you talking about Kelly? :P

KWoo008 · 06/22/2021, 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by BeanMachine

Dude saving the fish and coral is a much higher priority! What are you talking about Kelly? :P

All the frozen mysis though!!

moondoggy4 · 06/22/2021, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by KWoo008

All the frozen mysis though!!

https://youtu.be/XZxzJGgox_E

moondoggy4 · 06/22/2021, 08:08 PM

Champion is a good model, I have used it a couple of times, get the 2K model at Tractor Supply, it still might be 50 off, also get an inverter model not a job site model.

Mixreef1 · 06/22/2021, 10:41 PM

Damn the only harbor freight store that has the tailgater is over an hour away. I couldn't make it today and won't be able to make it tomorrow, worse come worse I might head to the lfs to grab some battery operated air pumps as bean machine mentioned. Thanks for all your suggestions guys.

caliMako · 06/22/2021, 10:47 PM

so if you are looking for a non-gas option that you can run inside your house and that is quiet, the jackery explorer is an option. it is pricey, but has been worth its weight in gold for me and my tank. you are in a similar situation like me. SCE always does these planned overnight outages and gas generators are not an option for me due to noise and HOA rules. So the jackery has been money for me as I can run 300w heater, return pump and a mp40 on lowest setting for 8-9 hours on the explorer 1000. and i can recharge it with solar panels. I also have a yamaha gas generator, but that is only for longer multi-day outages. regarding the frige and freezer, i dont worry about those for a 8-9 hour outage at night as long as i keep them shut. however, if it is a multi day outage, i'll bust out the yamaha and hook up all the appliances too. hope this helps.

Mixreef1 · 06/22/2021, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by caliMako

so if you are looking for a non-gas option that you can run inside your house and that is quiet, the jackery explorer is an option. it is pricey, but has been worth its weight in gold for me and my tank. you are in a similar situation like me. SCE always does these planned overnight outages and gas generators are not an option for me due to noise and HOA rules. So the jackery has been money for me as I can run 300w heater, return pump and a mp40 on lowest setting for 8-9 hours on the explorer 1000. and i can recharge it with solar panels. I also have a yamaha gas generator, but that is only for longer multi-day outages. regarding the frige and freezer, i dont worry about those for a 8-9 hour outage at night as long as i keep them shut. however, if it is a multi day outage, i'll bust out the yamaha and hook up all the appliances too. hope this helps.

That was exactly my plan. I just saw the notice last night and I was like hel nah .

phc567 · 06/23/2021, 12:03 AM

I have a Prius. I hooked a large power inverter to the battery. I just leave the car on and lock it up. Run power cords to the aquarium. Works great.

Mixreef1 · 06/23/2021, 12:18 AM

Does any one got one I can loan for 1 night ?

Antonee · 06/23/2021, 07:43 AM

Do you have a Costco membership?…..great return policy!

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golfish · 06/23/2021, 05:47 PM

Best would be a Yamaha or Honda..

I bought a 2 stroke generator from HF for $99.00 a couple years ago. It will run a few pumps, a fridge and my TV..

06/22/2021, 12:07 AM	#1
Mixreef1 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Los angeles Posts: 14	Power outage Hi all , I just got a notice from Edison saying that the power will be out on Wednesday night 1130pm to Thursday 530am. What is the best generator do you guy think I can buy that is good to run 2 return pumps for that 6 hrs period outage. I have 2 sp4 return pumps by the way. Thanks in advance .

06/22/2021, 04:27 AM	#3
FishyBeaner IEMAS Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Fontana Posts: 1,796	I’ve ran an M1 and a 300w heater over night with the 100.00 tailgating generator from Harbor Freight. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Ev'e 150G... RIP =( 40B Quarantine Current Tank Info: Visio 72x30x24, Aqua Illumination Sol Blues, 2 MP40's, Alpha 200 Skimmer, Geo 612 calcium reactor, Apex Aqua Controller.

06/22/2021, 12:05 PM	#5
KWoo008 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Lake Balboa, CA Posts: 2,526	If you're going to get a generator, please don't forget about your refrigerator/freezer. Food spoiling/thawing out could get costly and messy to clean up. __________________ Kelly

06/22/2021, 04:40 PM	#6
BeanMachine Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Orange, CA Posts: 11,200	Where do you live, you may not even need a heater right now. Just run some battery powered air stones over night and call it a day. __________________ 300 Gallon 72x36x27 AGE- 4x Ecotech XR30G5 Blue- AA PVC Hybrid Sump- Dual Synergy Shadow Boxes w Bean Animal- RO 220INT Elite- AquaMaxx cTech T3 CaRx- RD3 230- Apex- Tunze 6155, 6255 & 6150- MP40

06/23/2021, 12:03 AM	#14
phc567 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Da City by Da Bay Posts: 453	I have a Prius. I hooked a large power inverter to the battery. I just leave the car on and lock it up. Run power cords to the aquarium. Works great. __________________ Will in the Witness Protection program Current Tank Info: 300 Gal , 60 cube

06/22/2021, 01:55 AM	#2
stephj03 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: San Juan Capistrano Posts: 911	Honda if money isn't an issue. https://powerequipment.honda.com/gen...models/eu2200i This model will run a couple of return pumps, a couple of power heads and likely a couple of LEDs. If you don't think you'll use it much, the predator version from harbor freight, or the Yamaha knockoff at Costco will do mostly the same for half the money or less. Get an inverter style whichever you choose. Sent from my Pixel 3a XL using Tapatalk

06/22/2021, 08:08 PM	#10
moondoggy4 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: menifee So cal Posts: 11,042	Champion is a good model, I have used it a couple of times, get the 2K model at Tractor Supply, it still might be 50 off, also get an inverter model not a job site model.

06/22/2021, 10:41 PM	#11
Mixreef1 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Los angeles Posts: 14	Damn the only harbor freight store that has the tailgater is over an hour away. I couldn't make it today and won't be able to make it tomorrow, worse come worse I might head to the lfs to grab some battery operated air pumps as bean machine mentioned. Thanks for all your suggestions guys.

06/22/2021, 10:47 PM	#12
caliMako Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: simi valley, ca Posts: 141	so if you are looking for a non-gas option that you can run inside your house and that is quiet, the jackery explorer is an option. it is pricey, but has been worth its weight in gold for me and my tank. you are in a similar situation like me. SCE always does these planned overnight outages and gas generators are not an option for me due to noise and HOA rules. So the jackery has been money for me as I can run 300w heater, return pump and a mp40 on lowest setting for 8-9 hours on the explorer 1000. and i can recharge it with solar panels. I also have a yamaha gas generator, but that is only for longer multi-day outages. regarding the frige and freezer, i dont worry about those for a 8-9 hour outage at night as long as i keep them shut. however, if it is a multi day outage, i'll bust out the yamaha and hook up all the appliances too. hope this helps.

06/23/2021, 12:18 AM	#15
Mixreef1 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Los angeles Posts: 14	Does any one got one I can loan for 1 night ?

06/23/2021, 07:43 AM	#16
Antonee Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: SoCal Posts: 169	Do you have a Costco membership?…..great return policy! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

06/23/2021, 05:47 PM	#17
golfish Team RC Member Join Date: Oct 1999 Location: Alta Loma, Ca Posts: 6,776	Best would be a Yamaha or Honda.. I bought a 2 stroke generator from HF for $99.00 a couple years ago. It will run a few pumps, a fridge and my TV.. __________________ grow em, frag em, trade em... Current Tank Info: TOTM curse