The better information that is provided when asking a question the more targeted the responses will be. To answer your question, yes you should be able to run the water heater from your current outlets but nothing else at the time the heating element is energized. Like Hello Bellow explained a Honda 2000 generator only runs 1600W of power in a "continuous" capacity so there is no adequate power reserve to prevent an overload should another load be added or come on line. (this would require for the generator engine to be in good state of tune) I would truly favor using an extension cord 10 or 12 gauge directly to the water heater just to heat water when it is needed. If maintaining hot water for hours is required than a larger generator would be needed. Larger generators than the 2000W class are usually much heavier and bulkier with poor weather proofing.
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Note that the new Honda is rated at 1800 watts continuous.
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This is a scary post. All of the things already said about portable generators in other threads apply, especially the risk of CO poisoning. In addition, based on the questions the OP asks, and the lack off knowledge about this topic he exhibits, I would strongly recommend enlisting a professional marine electrician to do what you want or need.
Note, I don't think anyone mentioned GFCI-protected outlets, which are absolutely required.
Additionally, back-feeding outlets is never a good idea.
OP should "go to school" on boat AC circuits and power sources, and if this is found daunting, seek professional help.
AC Ground Faults, the Boater, and ABYC—Understanding Equipment Leakage Circuit Interrupters (ELCIs) and Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) to make your boat safer.
Note, I don't think anyone mentioned GFCI-protected outlets, which are absolutely required.
Additionally, back-feeding outlets is never a good idea.
OP should "go to school" on boat AC circuits and power sources, and if this is found daunting, seek professional help.
AC Ground Faults, the Boater, and ABYC—Understanding Equipment Leakage Circuit Interrupters (ELCIs) and Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) to make your boat safer.
Ralph: Had you ever had a noise complaint while at anchor or were you the complainer? 
Noise really travels on the water. Still........... this thread has me thinking about buying a Honda generator for those nights we have to return to the slip so we can power up the AC. Maybe we could spend more time on the hook, as we don't always have company where we anchor.
We would connect the generator to the shore power inlet and we have carbon monoxide detectors on the boat which is absolutely necessary. I hate the idea of carrying gas and running a generator but the way the summers are going here in SJ, maybe it's time to consider it.
We would connect the generator to the shore power inlet and we have carbon monoxide detectors on the boat which is absolutely necessary. I hate the idea of carrying gas and running a generator but the way the summers are going here in SJ, maybe it's time to consider it.
JVISS:
"In addition, based on the questions the OP asks, and the lack off knowledge about this topic he exhibits,"
Wow, "lack of knowledge" I thought that was why we ask questions on this forum.
I just want to be able to run my generator and have hot water and a small light. I was asking how I could do this.
And I got plenty of good information on how to do this.
By the way people all over the world add 110V receptacles to their boat.
I am not going to do that.
Sailing on Albemarle Sound, NC
"In addition, based on the questions the OP asks, and the lack off knowledge about this topic he exhibits,"
Wow, "lack of knowledge" I thought that was why we ask questions on this forum.
I just want to be able to run my generator and have hot water and a small light. I was asking how I could do this.
And I got plenty of good information on how to do this.
By the way people all over the world add 110V receptacles to their boat.
I am not going to do that.
Sailing on Albemarle Sound, NC
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From Ward H:
this thread has me thinking about buying a Honda generator for those nights we have to return to the slip so we can power up the AC. Maybe we could spend more time on the hook, as we don't always have company where we anchor.
We would connect the generator to the shore power inlet.
My feelings exactly.
From Ward H:
this thread has me thinking about buying a Honda generator for those nights we have to return to the slip so we can power up the AC. Maybe we could spend more time on the hook, as we don't always have company where we anchor.
We would connect the generator to the shore power inlet.
My feelings exactly.
Nah, I usually wait for someone else to start swearing and then if I'm bored, I'll get out the big spotlight to liven things up a little.Had you ever had a noise complaint while at anchor or were you the complainer?
I don't want you to get electrocuted or die from CO2 poisoning.JVISS:
"In addition, based on the questions the OP asks, and the lack off knowledge about this topic he exhibits,"
Wow, "lack of knowledge" I thought that was why we ask questions on this forum.
I just want to be able to run my generator and have hot water and a small light. I was asking how I could do this.
And I got plenty of good information on how to do this.
By the way people all over the world add 110V receptacles to their boat.
I am not going to do that.
Sailing on Albemarle Sound, NC
