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Generac 5940 GP6500 - 6500 Watt Portable Generator
Model: GP6500
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Required Accessories
9
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Optional Accessories
10
Features
Grade
Emergency
Style
Portable
Run Watts
6,500 Rated Watts
Surge Watts
8,000
Starting Watts
Fuel
Gasoline
Engine
Generac
- Emergency Generator
- Generates plenty of electricity to weather the storm
- Powers refrigerator, sump pump, furnace fan, lights and more
- Generac OHV Engine
- High-quality engine with automatic low oil shutdown
- 30A 120/240V (L14-30R) Twist-Lock Receptacle***
- Allows for connection to a manual transfer switch (MTS)
- Allows for connection to a convenience cord
- Covered Outlets
- Provides added safety and extends the life of the generator
- Hour Meter
- Built-in resets remind you of scheduled maintenance
- Steel Fuel Tank and Gauge
- Generates power up to 9 hours at half load
- Mobility Kit
- Never-flat tires and locking fold-down handles
- ***Note - Allows You To Get Maximum Power From Generator
California residents see
Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including Carbon monoxide which is known to the State of California to cause Developmental Harm.
For more information go to: www.p65Warnings.ca.gov
Specifications
Plug Types
![NEMA 5-20R (Wall-Type)](/images/plug_image7.jpg)
![NEMA 5-20R (Wall-Type)](/images/plug_image7.jpg)
![NEMA L14-30R](/images/plug_image14.jpg)
GP6500
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Overview
Assembly Required
Yes
Weight
184 Pounds
Made in USA
No
Consumer Warranty
2 Years
Commercial Warranty
1 Year
Product Style
Portable Generator
Product Length
27.25 Inches
Product Width
27 Inches
Product Height
25 Inches
UPC
696471059403
Additional Model Numbers
5940, GP6500
Product Specs
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Alternator
Brush
Auto Voltage Regulation
Yes
Rated Watts
6500 Watts
Surge Watts
8000 Watts
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Rated Amps
27 Amps
Portability Kit
Never Flat Wheels
Tank Size
7.2 Gallons
Run Time @ 50% Load
10 Hours
Fuel Tank Material
Metal
Fuel Gauge
Yes
Decibel Rating @ 7m
Decibel Rating @ 7m
Sound levels are measured in decibels (dB). The lower the decibel rating, the less noise the product makes. As an example, a ticking watch is 20 dB while on the other end of the scale, a lawn mower is around 90 dB.
Not Measured by Manufacturer
Idle Control
No
Hour Meter
Yes
Voltage Meter
No
Lifting Eye
No
Battery
Not Applicable
Grade Type
Emergency
Engine
Engine Brand
Generac
Starting System
Recoil Start
CC
389 CC
Consumer Engine Warranty
2 Years
Commercial Engine Warranty
1 Year
Engine RPM
3600 RPM
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
Yes
Cast Iron Sleeve
Yes
Plugs
NEMA 5-20R - Wall-Type
2
NEMA L14-30R
1
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