{"product_id":"honda-eu22i-2-2kw-inverter-suitcase-generator","title":"Honda EU22i 2.2kW Inverter Suitcase Generator","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Honda inverter power you can carry in one hand.\u003c\/strong\u003e The EU22i pairs Honda's 121cc GXR120 engine with clean inverter output, so a laptop, phone charger or TV runs on it as happily as a work light. At 21.1kg dry and 52 dB(A) at 7m, it's built for places where weight and noise matter: pitches, moorings and remote spots far from a socket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Authorised UK reseller   ✔ Free delivery to mainland UK   ✔ Prices include VAT   ✔ Genuine Honda\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buyers choose the EU22i\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean power for electronics.\u003c\/strong\u003e Inverter output suits laptops, TVs, chargers and other sensitive equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuiet where it counts.\u003c\/strong\u003e 52 dB(A) at 7m, with an acoustically insulated case and advanced muffler, makes it a good neighbour on a campsite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEco Throttle.\u003c\/strong\u003e The engine slows to match the load, which cuts noise and fuel use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble up when you need more.\u003c\/strong\u003e Two EU22i units can run in parallel for 3.6kVA rated output, using Honda's optional parallel kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtected as standard.\u003c\/strong\u003e Oil Alert shuts the engine down if the oil gets too low, and overload protection cuts the power if you ask for too much.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo 13A sockets.\u003c\/strong\u003e Ordinary UK plugs go straight in, with no adaptor needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple to look after.\u003c\/strong\u003e A maintenance door gives easy access for routine servicing, and the output light even blinks to show roughly how many hours it has run.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it right for you?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e caravans and motorhomes on sites without hook-up, narrowboat owners moored near the bank, camping and remote trips, and modest professional loads such as a market stall. Honda's professional-use warranty is shorter, at 1 year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLook elsewhere if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need to run a full 3kW kettle, air conditioning or several large appliances. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/hyundai-hy6250sei-5-5kw-electric-start-petrol-inverter-generator\"\u003eHyundai HY6250SEi\u003c\/a\u003e gives 5kW of continuous inverter power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need backup for a whole house. See our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/5kw-to-10kw-generators\"\u003e5kW to 10kW generators\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need to run it for many hours between refills. See our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/long-run-generators\"\u003elong run generators\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat will it run?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan around the \u003cstrong\u003e1.8kW rated output\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 2.2kW maximum is for short bursts, such as a motor starting. Running slightly over the rating may not trip the protection, but Honda warns it will shorten the generator's life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAppliance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical running watts\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhone or laptop charger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 to 90W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLED lighting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 to 60W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 to 150W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFridge or small freezer (brief higher start-up draw)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 to 200W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-wattage camping kettle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 to 1,000W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicrowave (800W cooking power)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003earound 1,200W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard 3kW domestic kettle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3,000W: too much for this generator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExample:\u003c\/strong\u003e fridge 150W + TV 100W + lights 40W + laptop 65W comes to about 355W, a light load that leaves plenty in hand. Add a 1,200W microwave and you reach about 1,555W, still inside the 1.8kW rating. Switch Eco Throttle off when you run several high loads together, as it helps keep the voltage steady.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long will the fuel last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3.6-litre tank lasts about 3.5 hours at rated output, and up to around 8 hours on light loads with Eco Throttle on. Use fresh unleaded petrol with no more than 10% ethanol, so standard E10 is fine. Don't fill above the upper limit mark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to put it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStand it on firm, level ground outdoors, at least 1m from buildings and other equipment, and well away from doors, windows and vents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever run it inside a caravan, awning, tent, garage or any enclosure, or with its covers removed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever run it on a vehicle. Take it off and set it up in a well-ventilated spot. Honda also warns against leaving it in a hot, enclosed vehicle for hours, as fuel can vaporise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep it dry, and don't run it in rain or snow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEarthing and connecting it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your appliance is earthed, Honda says the generator must be earthed too, using copper wire at least as thick as the appliance's cable. If you run two or more appliances, Honda specifies a 30mA RCBO. Never connect it to a building's wiring without a qualified electrician, because power can feed back into the mains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore your first start\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdd engine oil.\u003c\/strong\u003e It takes about 0.4 litres. Honda recommends SAE 10W-30, API SE or later, for general use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdd fresh petrol,\u003c\/strong\u003e keeping below the upper limit mark.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisconnect everything,\u003c\/strong\u003e then turn the fuel cap vent lever and engine switch on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart it.\u003c\/strong\u003e Close the choke from cold, pull lightly until you feel resistance, then pull briskly. Open the choke as it warms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnect appliances\u003c\/strong\u003e once the engine has settled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhen you finish,\u003c\/strong\u003e switch off, let it cool, then close the vent lever.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honda generators can have a longer lead time than other brands. If you need one by a certain date, please contact us before ordering and we'll confirm availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKeeping it ready\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat Honda's manual asks for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBefore each use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCheck the oil level and air cleaner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirst month or 20 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirst oil change\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 3 months or 50 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClean the air cleaner, more often in dust\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 6 months or 100 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChange the oil, check the spark plug. Dealer cleans the fuel tank and filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery year or 200 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReplace the spark plug. Dealer checks the valve clearance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 300 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDealer cleans the combustion chamber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDealer checks the fuel tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHonda's warranty depends on servicing to this schedule by a Honda Authorised Dealer, using genuine parts, so keep every service receipt. If it will stand for months, follow the storage steps in the manual so the fuel doesn't go stale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFull specification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHonda EU22i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePortable petrol inverter suitcase generator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.2kW \/ 2.2kVA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRated output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8kW \/ 1.8kVA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParallel output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.6kVA rated, 4.4kVA maximum, with two units and Honda's optional parallel kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEngine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHonda GXR120, 121cc, 4-stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEmissions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEuro 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStart\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOutlets\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 x 13A 230V, plus 12V 8.3A DC for charging batteries (optional lead)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFuel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnleaded petrol, up to 10% ethanol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFuel tank\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.6 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRun time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 3.5 hours at rated output; up to around 8 hours at light load\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNoise\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e52 dB(A) at 7m; 71 dB(A) at the operator's position; guaranteed sound power 89 dB(A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProtection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOil Alert, overload protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOil\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 0.4L, SAE 10W-30 recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21.1kg dry, 24.2kg with a full tank\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e512 x 290 x 425mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHonda UK: 5 years domestic, 1 year professional. Must be registered by a Honda dealer and serviced to schedule. Subject to manufacturer's terms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it run a caravan air conditioning unit?\u003c\/strong\u003e Many units need a high start-up current that can exceed a single EU22i. Check your unit's start-up figure first, and consider a soft-start kit or two generators in parallel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it charge a leisure battery?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 12V outlet is only for charging 12V car-type batteries and needs Honda's optional lead. Turn Eco Throttle off when using it. If you use AC at the same time, keep the AC load below 1.7kVA. You can also plug a mains battery charger into a 230V socket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I run two together?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, with Honda's approved parallel kit, which isn't included. Keep the generators at least 1m apart, with their exhausts not facing each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I run it on a boat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Set it up on the bank, on firm, level ground and well clear of any cabin vent or opening. Exhaust gas is dangerous, so fit a working carbon monoxide alarm on board as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy has the power cut out?\u003c\/strong\u003e The red overload light means it's overloaded or an appliance has a fault. Stop the engine, find the cause, then restart. A brief red light for up to about 4 seconds when a motor starts is normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy did the engine stop by itself?\u003c\/strong\u003e Check the oil first. Oil Alert shuts the engine down if the level gets too low.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the warranty work?\u003c\/strong\u003e Honda UK gives generators 5 years for domestic use and 1 year for professional use. The machine must be registered for warranty by a Honda dealer and serviced to schedule. Neglected servicing, non-genuine parts, the wrong oil or fuel, stale fuel and use outside the owner's manual aren't covered. Please ask us about registration when you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot sure it's the right size?\u003c\/strong\u003e Send us your appliance list at \u003ca href=\"mailto:sales@generator-uk.co.uk\"\u003esales@generator-uk.co.uk\u003c\/a\u003e or call \u003ca href=\"tel:01744520110\"\u003e01744 520110\u003c\/a\u003e, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm, and we'll help you size it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSafety: run outdoors only, at least 1m from buildings and well away from doors, windows and vents. Never run it inside a caravan, boat cabin, awning or tent. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. 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