EF3000iSE (EF30iSEJ) Yamaha Generator

Customer Reviews

9 issue free years Review by Mario

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I've had my EF3000 for 9 years. It's gotten me through many weeks of camping, and hurricane related power outages. I have no idea what **** thinks Honda may have over this product.

Wheels? Honda doesn't have any. They cost extra, and are mickey mouse at best.
Battery? Do you really want a battery that's been laying around in the warehouse getting old? By adding the water when you get it you get a truly brand new battery.
You're gonna pay less for a Yamaha and get more. This puppy is bullet proof and requires no more maintenance than a Honda. I've been in the LARGE (20 Kw - 4 MW 13.8 KV) generator business for almost 20 years. I bought the Yamaha and would do it over and over again. (Posted on 4/5/12)

Could be better than Honda Review by Gary419

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Quality

Just got the EF3000iSe, setup was more work then expected. You will need to remove Battery and fill it with supplied acid, then I charged it for about 4 hrs until my charger moved to float stage. Next step to fill oil, remove second panel and access with long neck funnel, this model does NOT supply YamaLube, you will need to have a .6 quart of 10w40 api se on hand. Another observation is about those swivel looking wheels, they don't swivel so the unit tracks like a railroad car, pick up one end and turn and it is heavy. Last thought is the unit is delivered by freight on a pallet. Still, I like Yamaha quality but needs a little tweaking to match Honda. Just Saying. (Posted on 10/22/11)