Use Genuine Honda Generator Parts For Best Results - Shopping

Generators must be highly reliable. Honda has a very good reputation for designing and building generators that are consistently reliable.

Generators need to be well maintained if you want to get the most out of them. Using genuine Honda generator parts and accessories is critical to your success in keeping your generator running. Looking at the Honda generator parts catalog will satisfy you that your needs for the proper equipment can be easily met.

You can easily find the right accessory or part online or at your local Honda dealer. Honda is careful to choose dealers who understand their products and can give intelligent, informed advice.

Believe it or not, Honda actually has 19 different generator models. They separate these 19 models into four different categories: Super Quiet - Models here include the EU1000, EU2000 (3 models), EU3000is, Handi EU3000i and EU6500isA, Deluxe - Specific models are the EM4000SX, EM5000SX, EM5000isAB and EM6500SX, Industrial - This category includes the EB3000cKAG, EB4000x, EB5000x and EB6500X Economy - The four models here are the EP2500X, EG4000GL, EG5000CL and EG6500CL.

You have your choice of maximum power ratings from 1,000 watts to 6,500 watts.The reality is that you don't want to run your generator at max power for a very long time. Honda provides a power rating for each generator which is usually 10% to 15% below max power. Check with your Honda dealer to be sure you understand what power to actually expect for you generator.

One optional accessory you will definitely need is a generator cover. Covers come in heavy-duty material as well as RV material that is medium weight. Be sure to get the right cover for your generator. They are designed to fit well depending on the model generator you have and other things, like whether the generator has wheels or not.

The full list of accessories and parts is too long for this report, but the following are major categories that you need to be aware of:

2 wheel Kit - Comes standard with the Handi 3000i, EU6500isA, EM4000SX, EM5000SX, EM5000isAB and EM6500SX, it is also standard on each Industrial model except the EB3000cKAG. 4 wheel kit - The only model for which this is an available option is the EU3000is. DC Charging Cord - Is optional for the EU1000, EU2000, EU3000is, Handi EU3000i, EM4000SX, EM5000SX and the EB3000cKAG. Transfer Switches (needed for safety in connecting a generator and household electrical system - Not available for the EU1000 andEU2000 models. Optional for all other models. Parallel cables - Optional for the EU1000, EU2000, EU3000is, and Handi EU3000i. Parallel Kits - Optional for the EU2000, EU3000is and Handi EU3000i.

Of course there are other standard accessories that are specific to the expected use of the generator, particularly the larger ones. Those same items are available as options on other units. Again, check with your Honda dealer for details.

The Generator Parts Catalog has the complete list of accessories and parts. You can order any of these items from your Honda dealer or online. Buying locally may be your best, and least expensive, approach because some of the items are pretty heavy and might cost a lot to ship.

You want your Honda generator to give you many years of reliable and satisfactory service. Treat the unit properly and use the right parts and you will be happy with the results.