Lifan ESI 7000iER-EFI - Spec Review

In a nutshell, the Lifan ESI 7000iER-EFI is a quiet and powerful portable inverter generator mostly geared towards:

• Food truck owners who do not wish to see their business interrupted under any circumstances
• Homeowners who want to be able to use the most necessary devices in their household, even during a blackout
• Tailgating and campground aficionados with the desire of enjoying power anywhere they go
• RV travellers looking for even more independence

In the following paragraphs, we shall explore the power characteristics, available outlets, portability, and any additional features of the device, along with its emission compliance information.

Power & Run Time

The Lifan ESI 7000iER-EFI houses a 389 cc Lifan OHV 4-stroke engine, which provides 120V, consumes gasoline and delivers a running wattage of 6500W along with a peak wattage of 7000W.

With a noise rating of 59 dBA (less noisy than a conversation at home), the inverter generator features a conventional pull-start mechanism, but also a simple and elegant electric starter (battery included). For additional convenience, the ESI 7000iER-EFI may also be remotely started (key fob included).

The Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system enhances the engine's reliability, lowers fuel consumption, improves startup, reduces servicing, boosts stale fuel resistance, and offers better altitude adaptability.

Thanks to a fuel capacity of 4.5 gallons, the ESI 7000iER-EFI can operate for around 12 hours at 50% load with a full tank (fuel consumption around 0.38 GPH).

The ESI 7000iER-EFI produces a clean sine wave: thanks to a <2% Total Harmonic Disruption (THD), your sensitive electronics can be safely plugged in the AC outlets.

Outlets

The control panel includes the following 4 AC outlets:

Additionally, it features 1 DC outlet: there's a 12V 8A receptacle allowing you to easily charge your batteries.

With its TT-30R receptacle (TT as in 'Travel Trailer'), this Lifan generator is RV Ready.

Portability

The Lifan ESI 7000iER-EFI's characteristic encased inverter generator design (L26 x W21 x H26.5 in), provides an esthetical advantage over any ordinary, open frame product. This modern design aims to provide an ideal power solution to recreational users.

Since the generator weighs 180 lbs, it will be incredibly difficult to manually lift it and transport it, even though it is technically considered to 'be portable' (in the sense that it is movable). However, its challenging mobility is solved by its set of wheels and its folding handle, which will ease its displacement, once it is on the floor.

Features

The ESI 7000iER-EFI's control panel

One of the many ESI 7000iER-EFI's features is the data center, included in its control panel, which conveniently provides information on the fuel level, lifetime run hours, voltage and power output and thus, helps you monitor its activity and status.

In addition to this info, a light indicator serves to show you when the oil level is too low.

The fuel level of the inverter generator can be determined quickly, easily, and conveniently with the help of its built-in fuel gauge.

Security-wise, this product benefits from an overload protection (circuit breaker) and an automatic low oil shut-off, which gives you a complete peace of mind when using it.

While the standard documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab), helpful for starting the device promptly, come with the Lifan ESI 7000iER-EFI, the following accessories are also included: battery charger, key fob, tool kit, battery charging cables and RV adapter.

Emissions

The Lifan ESI 7000iER-EFI is EPA-approved and CARB-compliant. It can therefore be sold and purchased in all 50 states, including California.

Moreover, it features a spark arrestor, so it is adequate for use in forested areas.