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This not going to work
3 phase 7 hp motor should draw 16 – 20 amps @ 240volts
the generator is rated at 17 amps @ 3 ph 208 volts
The inrush will be much greater.
1 phase 7 hp motor should draw 29 amps @ 230volts
the generator is rated at 26 amps @ 1 ph 230 volts