Honda Power Sports and Products, a business unit of American Honda Motor Co., can now sell its gas-powered Honda EU3200i and Honda EU7000iS Super Quiet Series generators in California. The generators meet both U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Phase 3 emissions standards and California Air Resources Board (CARB) Tier 4 compliance requirements.
Honda Super Quiet Series generators are inverter technology-equipped, lightweight models that feature a fully enclosed body and significant acoustic engineering, resulting in noticeably quieter performance for a range of recreational, commercial and home backup power applications. Honda Super Quiet Series models also feature the Eco Throttle system which aims to maximizes efficiency by adjusting output to load requirements.
To meet compliance standards, Honda has incorporated a number of design enhancements into the EU3200i and EU7000iS Super Quiet generators, including an evaporative emission control (EVAP) system, fuel cap tether and improved canister working capacity; working together to optimize fuel combustion and further lower air emissions of nitrogen oxides, particulate matter, hydrocarbons and sulfur.
The Honda EU3200i was designed for high power and portable convenience in a compact package ideally suited to maximize RV and outdoor recreational experiences, DIY projects and home backup power needs. Honda has packed 3,200 watts of power into the generator, a model that can start and run most modern RV rooftop 13,500 BTU air conditioners, plus lights and other RV appliances. The EU3200i also offers a range of conveniences such as quick and easy two-step starting, increased fuel efficiency and long run times. The EU3200i has the smallest footprint of any model in the Honda 3000-watt generator class. Integrated upper and lower handles and a weight of 59.7 pounds make the generator easy to lift, move and store, according to the company.
The Honda EU7000iS is designed for both commercial and residential applications as well as outdoor events. At a total dry weight of 271.2 pounds, the compact EU7000iS produces 7,000 watts of rated power at a quiet 58 dB(A). The Honda EU7000iS incorporates the company’s first application of electronic fuel injection into a generator design, easy starting via a convenient one-touch push-button, electric-start switch and longer operating times. Electronic fuel injection also allows for longer-term fuel storage without having to drain a carburetor or perform other related maintenance.
Both Honda EU3200i and EU7000iS models include the following safety and convenience features:
- The Honda CO-MINDER, an advanced carbon monoxide detection system designed to help protect users from injury or death from accidental carbon monoxide poisoning. The CO-MINDER system continuously measures carbon monoxide levels in the air near the generator and automatically shuts down the unit before detected CO reaches a dangerous level.
- The Honda My Generator Bluetooth app allows a user to start (electric start models only), stop and monitor critical operations of a portable Honda generator remotely from a compatible Apple device or Android smartphone through a Bluetooth interface. The app operates within a 75-foot line of sight, monitoring a range of information such as output power, engine operating hours, oil life, fuel level, estimated run times based on power usage and routine maintenance reminders.
“Honda aims to continually minimize the environmental impact of all power products we produce. This mission is clearly illustrated through the integration of design enhancements to our popular EU3200i and EU7000iS Super Quiet Series generators — achieving EPA Phase 3 and CARB Tier 4 emissions standards,” said Mark Kohls, vice president of Honda Power Sports and Products, American Honda Motor Co. “The Honda goal is to be the leading brand of lifestyle products that are environmentally responsible, reliable, convenient and quiet. This aligns with our Triple Action to Zero initiative which targets carbon neutrality, use of clean energy and resource circulation (use of sustainable materials) by 2050.”
