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Generac GB1000

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Generac GB1000
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The Generac GB1000 is a 1086 Wh portable power station with 1600 W running output and 3200 W surge output. It recharges from 0-80% in 2.1 hours from a wall outlet and uses an NMC lithium-ion battery rated for 800 cycles to 80% capacity.

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Capacity
1086Wh
Continuous
1600W
Peak / surge
3200W
Solar input
468W
Chemistry
NMC
Cycles
800
Weight
13kg
Warranty
3yr

Key features

Specifications

Capacity1086 Wh
Continuous output1600 W
Peak / surge3200 W
Solar input468 W
Battery chemistryNMC
Cycle life800 cycles
AC charging0-80% in 2.1 hours
AC output voltage120VAC
Weight13 kg (28.7 lb)
Dimensions35.9 × 25.8 × 30.5 cm (14.1 × 10.2 × 12.0 in)
Warranty3 years

From the Generac page. Values the manufacturer does not publish are left out.

What is in the box

How long it runs common appliances

ApplianceWattsRuns?Hours
Refrigerator (with freezer)120 W (600 start)yes20 h
Chest freezer100 W (500 start)yes29 h
CPAP (no humidifier)35 W (40 start)yes25 h
Gas boiler (pump + controls)120 W (300 start)yes14 h
Wi-Fi router + modem/ONU12 Wyes72 h
Starlink (standard dish)60 W (100 start)yes14 h
TV 50"75 Wyes11 h
Sump pump 1/2 HP920 W (2150 start)yes0.9 h
Well pump 1/2 HP880 W (2000 start)yes1.0 h
Space heater 1500 W1500 Wyes0.8 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 Generac manual.

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Error codes and troubleshooting

We found no error-code table in this manual. Its troubleshooting section is the reference.

FAQ

How long will the Generac GB1000 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 Generac GB1000 start a sump pump or well pump?

Starting surge matters more than running watts: this unit is rated 3200 W peak. That covers a typical 1/2 HP sump pump (about 2150 W to start). Use the calculator with your exact pump.

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