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Club Arnage => General Discussion => Topic started by: neilsie on March 14, 2007, 06:36:27 pm

Title: generator
Post by: neilsie on March 14, 2007, 06:36:27 pm
Aldi are flogging off some generators for £50 on Sunday

(http://www.aldi.co.uk/images/data_product/134660799145ec1d26ebcc3.jpg)

this smooth running suitcase type generator offers a reliable power source in inaccessible areas. It is ideal for any number of uses including power tools, lighting, camping and other outdoor activities.

    * Maximum output: 720 watts
    * Minimum output: 650 watts
    * 2.5HP
    * Fuel tank capacity 7.5 litres
    * Fuel type: 50:1 petrol/oil mix
    * Speed: 3,000rpm
    * Starting system: recoil (electronic ignition)
    * Alternator: brushless self-exciting
    * Overload circuit breakers: 1 × 230V and 1 × 12V DC
    * AC power output: 1 × 230V socket
    * DC power output: 12V battery charging
    * Charging lead and clips included
    * Noise: 2dB at 7 metres, LWA 85
    * Turbo frame mounted and supplied with carry handle
    * Front reading voltmeter
    * Weight 21.7kg
Title: Re: generator
Post by: Werner on March 14, 2007, 07:04:46 pm
Take care, this thing is awful noisy. But you can't expect anything better for that price
Title: Re: generator
Post by: Jay (Team Cannonball) on March 14, 2007, 07:30:58 pm
Its very noisy and ours shook itself to bits and the kill switch broke. Piece of poo.
Title: Re: generator
Post by: neilsie on March 16, 2007, 05:21:24 pm
oh well.. just don't camp near us lot!! ;)
Title: Re: generator
Post by: Piglet on March 16, 2007, 09:36:10 pm
No I'd suggest you don't camp near me if you want it to last more than five minutes.  ;D
Title: Re: generator
Post by: Perdu on March 17, 2007, 12:58:29 pm
I'd certainly hope it would last maybe five minutes longer than the bargain compressor that lasted twenty three hours and fiftyfive minutes.

Aldi's big bargains seem to be totally poo to me.

(mostly 'cos I can't  even find my receipt to use as a lever to initiate repairs, dammit!)

I think there are better deals around for this sort of kit.

Sorry Aldi, I still look at the bargain bins avidly, but have much lower expectations now! :(
Title: Re: generator
Post by: neilsie on March 19, 2007, 02:23:07 pm
Quote from: Piglet on March 16, 2007, 09:36:10 pm
No I'd suggest you don't camp near me if you want it to last more than five minutes.  ;D

yeah yeah.. bring it on!!! :)
Title: Re: generator
Post by: Werner on March 19, 2007, 02:41:07 pm
Quote from: Perdu on March 17, 2007, 12:58:29 pm
Sorry Aldi, I still look at the bargain bins avidly, but have much lower expectations now! :(

I don't think Aldi should be blamed for this, for 50 quid you get what you pay for! You can't expect a quality genny for that price...
Title: Re: generator
Post by: Perdu on March 19, 2007, 11:07:30 pm
No Werner, I agree. I don't actually blame Aldi. As you say you get what you pay for, but it does act as a timely warning...

And I still look at the bargain tools, I got a very good Dremel substitute that does do the job and a digital calliper tool too.

I just hope no one on HA has one of those gennies near us! Might drown out the subtle sounds of the 'Vettes in the night and I would not like that!

 :D

bill
Title: Re: generator
Post by: Piglet on March 20, 2007, 09:55:42 am
I bet these gennies are louder than the Audi diesels!!!
Title: Re: generator
Post by: Bob U on March 20, 2007, 10:03:39 am
An AA battery is louder than an Audi diesel ;D