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Firman Zero E (E201001)
Power station · ZERO E. Specs from the manufacturer page (checked ).
The Firman Zero E (E201001) is a 1040 Wh portable power station with 2000 W continuous output and 4000 W peak power. It has four 120-volt AC outlets, a 30 A RV-ready outlet, USB-A and USB-C ports, and wireless phone charging, and it can be expanded with up to 10 expansion packs.
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Capacity
1040Wh
Continuous
2000W
Peak / surge
4000W
Solar input
400W
Expandable
Yes
Key features
- 1040 Wh capacity, 2000 W continuous output, 4000 W peak power
- Quick charge to 80% in 1 hour (the page does not name the charging method for this figure)
- Charging inputs: 120 V from a house or generator, up to 400 W solar, 12 V vehicle power, and USB-C at 99 W
- Outlets: 4 x 120 V AC, 1 x 30 A RV-ready (TT30R), 4 x USB-A, 2 x 100 W USB-C, wireless phone charging
- Expandable with slide-locking expansion packs, up to 10
- Zero emissions and zero carbon monoxide, per the page
- Easy-to-use control panel
What it is for
- Home backup
- RV & camping
- Gaming
Specifications
| Capacity | 1040 Wh |
|---|---|
| Continuous output | 2000 W |
| Peak / surge | 4000 W |
| Solar input | 400 W |
| Expandable | Yes |
| AC output voltage | 120V |
From the Firman page. Values the manufacturer does not publish are left out.
What is in the box
- AC charging cord
- Manual
- MC4 to EC5 DC charging cord
- Storage bag
- Car charging cable (cigarette lighter to EC5)
How long it runs common appliances
| Appliance | Watts | Runs? | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator (with freezer) | 120 W (600 start) | yes | 20 h |
| Chest freezer | 100 W (500 start) | yes | 27 h |
| CPAP (no humidifier) | 35 W (40 start) | yes | 24 h |
| Gas boiler (pump + controls) | 120 W (300 start) | yes | 14 h |
| Wi-Fi router + modem/ONU | 12 W | yes | 69 h |
| Starlink (standard dish) | 60 W (100 start) | yes | 14 h |
| TV 50" | 75 W | yes | 11 h |
| Sump pump 1/2 HP | 920 W (2150 start) | yes | 0.9 h |
| Well pump 1/2 HP | 880 W (2000 start) | yes | 0.9 h |
| Space heater 1500 W | 1500 W | yes | 0.8 h |
Assumes 88 % inverter efficiency, 90 % usable capacity and typical duty cycles. Build your own list in the calculator.
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Connection and wiring
Follow the diagrams in the Firman manual.
Open the Firman manual (PDF) →
Error codes and troubleshooting
| Code | Meaning | What to do | Manual page |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Over-current or short circuit on USB1 through USB4 output ports. | Check whether the output port is overloaded or short-circuited. | 21 |
| 02 | Over-current or short circuit on the USB-C (99W) output port. | Check whether the output port is overloaded or short-circuited. | 21 |
| 03 | Over-current or short circuit on the USB-C (99W) port used for input and output. | Check whether the output port is overloaded or short-circuited. | 21 |
| 04 | Over-current or short circuit on the DC-12V cigarette lighter outlet or the DC5521 output. | Check whether the output port is overloaded or short-circuited. | 21 |
| 05 | Inverter overcurrent, overload, short-circuit, or over-voltage protection, or AC output overload in grid mode. | Check whether the output port is overloaded or short-circuited. | 21 |
| 06 | The inverter has overheated and its over-temperature protection has activated. | Check whether the output port is overloaded or short-circuited. | 21 |
6 of 18 codes. From the Firman manual. All 18 Zero E (E201001) codes →
FAQ
How long will the Firman Zero E (E201001) run a refrigerator?
About 20 hours for a typical 120 W refrigerator that runs 35 % of the time, after inverter and depth-of-discharge losses.
Can the Firman Zero E (E201001) start a sump pump or well pump?
Starting surge matters more than running watts: this unit is rated 4000 W peak. That covers a typical 1/2 HP sump pump (about 2150 W to start). Use the calculator with your exact pump.