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Required Accessories
9
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Optional Accessories
10
Features
Grade
Emergency
Style
Portable
Run Watts
7,000 Rated Watts
Surge Watts
8,750
Starting Watts
Fuel
Gasoline
Engine
Honda GX
Powermate 7000 Watt Portable Generator w/ Honda GX Engine
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- Ideal for Backup Power
- Generates plenty of electricity to help you weather the storm
- 13-HP OHV Honda GX390 4-Cycle Engine
- Durable, quiet and fuel-efficient engine
- Protected By Honda Oil Alert® Warning System
- Alerts you or shuts engine down if oil reaches an unsafe level
- Helps to prevent engine seizure due to a low oil condition
- Cast Iron Engine Sleeve
- Provides a longer engine life
- Automatic Voltage Regulator Equipped
- Provides more stable voltage control & protection
- 8-Gallon Gas Tank w/ Easy Fuel Gauge
- Runs up to 10 hours @ 50% load
- Portability Kit
- 10" pneumatic wheels makes this generator easy to move
- Dual folding handles for easy mobility and compact storage
- 2-Year Limited Warranty
- NON CARB COMPLIANT - NOT FOR SALE IN CA
- Manufactured In Kearney, NE (Foreign & Domestic Parts)
Specifications
Plug Types
PM0497000
Overview
Assembly Required
Yes
Weight
198 Pounds
Made in USA
Yes
Consumer Warranty
2 Years
Commercial Warranty
1 Year
Product Style
Portable Generator
Product Length
31.3 Inches
Product Width
20.9 Inches
Product Height
24.3 Inches
Product Specs
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Alternator
Brush
Auto Voltage Regulation
Yes
Rated Watts
7000 Watts
Surge Watts
8750 Watts
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Rated Amps
29 Amps
Portability Kit
Never Flat Wheels
Tank Size
8 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
No
Voltage Meter
No
Lifting Eye
No
Battery
Not Applicable
Grade Type
Emergency
Engine
Engine Brand
Honda GX
Starting System
Recoil Start
CC
389 CC
Engine RPM
3600 RPM
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
Yes
Cast Iron Sleeve
Yes
Plugs
NEMA 5-20R - Wall-Type
2
NEMA L14-30R
1
Reviews
(15)
Powermate PM0497000 Reviews & Ratings
Customer Rating
4.27
(15 Ratings)
5
(9)
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Manufacturer Review
PM0497000
By Dina
Powermate Director of Marketing
Review Posted 10/07/2014
This generator is powered by a Honda GX390 engine with auto engine shut off for low oil. The 8 gallon metal fuel tank with easy to read fuel gauge provides 12.4 hours of run time at 50% load. The AVR (Automatic Voltage Regulator) keeps equipment protected from voltage surges. 10 inch flat-free wheels make the unit easy to transport. There are two 5-20R 20 Amp Duplexes and one L14-30R 30 Amp Twistlock on the unit. Oil is included. There is a 3 year warranty on both the engine and the generator.
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5/5
5/5
5/5
Generator
By James J.
Cope, South Carolina
Purchased 02/28/2014 |
Review Posted 04/14/2014
Will continue to use for as long it will last. A friend recommend it. Thank you
James J. Recommends This
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5/5
4/5
3/5
Pros:
Durable, Quiet, Easy To Store, I'd Buy It Again
Very Upset
By Lee U.
Long Valley, New Jersey
Purchased 07/28/2013 |
Review Posted 08/18/2013
I spent alot of money on this generator not knowing it didnt have auto kickdown idle . The generator runs very high rpm all the time im afraid its going to blow up screaming like it does. If i knew this before i never would have purchased it
Lee U. Recommends This
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Expert Response
Our apologies you're not happy with your generator. It is clearly stated in the spec tab that this generator does not have auto idle control. This generator is classified as a emergency generator. The only portables that typically have the auto-idle feature are professional grade job site generators.
Alberto C.
Generator Expert
Rating Breakdown
4/5
5/5
4/5
4/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, Price, Fast, Reliable
Cons:
Heavy, Bad Instructions, Packaging, Didnt Realize No Auto Idle
New Generator
By Jim
New Jersey
Purchased 02/25/2013 |
Review Posted 04/29/2013
The transaction with EGD was absolutely seamless. Excellent communications with me from EGD and the local delivery company. The unit arrived when expected. The driver unloaded and helped me get it on my hand truck.
The unit started fairly easily. One of the reasons I purchased the Generator with a Honda Engine is that i have had a Honda Snowblower for 10 years and it has always started easily. All I have had to do is use fuel stabilizer and run the carburetor dry at the end of each season.
The one point i missed is that the generator has a larger engine than my snowblower. The manual starting effort for the generator is somewhat greater than for the snowblower. Some purchasers may wish to consider an electric starting model for that reason.
The unit started fairly easily. One of the reasons I purchased the Generator with a Honda Engine is that i have had a Honda Snowblower for 10 years and it has always started easily. All I have had to do is use fuel stabilizer and run the carburetor dry at the end of each season.
The one point i missed is that the generator has a larger engine than my snowblower. The manual starting effort for the generator is somewhat greater than for the snowblower. Some purchasers may wish to consider an electric starting model for that reason.
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5/5
5/5
5/5
Bad Buy
By Richard A.
Chester, New Jersey
Review Posted 03/01/2013
With just 197 hours, and during the 'SANDY' storm, it blew a rod and destroyed itself. I had carefully followed all maintenance procedures, yet I just put a rode thru the block. I gave it to one of the utility workers who was trying to repair our destroyed power infrastructure.
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1/5
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1/5
My Generator!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
By Leo
Oliver Springs, Tennessee
Purchased 01/24/2013 |
Review Posted 02/14/2013
Gotta hand it to you guys, Thanks for the great service. Everything went great for this transaction from the price to selection all the way to the delivery guy. The generator came with everything I needed excluding gas. The Honda motor purrs like a kitten and I think my grandma could start it. My buddies came over and drank a few beers checking it out and I was "The MAN". I will definitely recommend you to my friends and I'm so glad I didn't buy that crap at Home Desperate. Thanks gain
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Generator Issue Resolved
By Dennis S.
Robbinsville, New Jersey
Purchased 11/02/2012 |
Review Posted 12/10/2012
It took a little time but the generator I received was defective, so Powermate shipped me another one from their warehouse. This one handles the load and seems to work fine.
Even with the issue I would still get this unit because of the quiet Honda Motor. This unit replaced an old Coleman/Powermate that was about 12-15yrs old; and this one is a pleasure to run compared to the motor on the old one.
This generator started for me on the 1st pull and only has a choke- there are no other things to mess with.
Don't forget to turn generator off using the gas line and let fuel run out if you're going to store for a long time.
Even with the issue I would still get this unit because of the quiet Honda Motor. This unit replaced an old Coleman/Powermate that was about 12-15yrs old; and this one is a pleasure to run compared to the motor on the old one.
This generator started for me on the 1st pull and only has a choke- there are no other things to mess with.
Don't forget to turn generator off using the gas line and let fuel run out if you're going to store for a long time.
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5/5
5/5
5/5
Would Be A Good Unit If It Ran Smooth
By Dennis S.
Robbinsville, New Jersey
Purchased 11/02/2012 |
Review Posted 11/15/2012
I received the generator yesterday and went though the procedures to get it ready and it started right up normally. The problem is that when it is connected to a load of more than a couple of light bulbs the engine goes from smooth to RPMS going crazy until you pull back on the choke 1/2 way then things straighten out. Then a few moments later the choke readjusts then RPMS go crazy again.
I called Powermate and the said to take to a local dealer, the closest Powermate listed I called and they were not happy and don't work on those anymore. So then I called Powermate back and they found a person who works on the engines locally. I dropped it off there today and said it will be at least a week before it is done because they are really busy.
I am not too happy about it but don't know what else to do. I am probably going to get stuck with the bill unless it is a warranty part. They think it could be a simple clean out the lines to the carburetor. If the generator would just take the load and run normal it would be a great unit. I am glad this was not last week when power was out and expecting a generator that would run. If it is just a simple clog I'll adjust the review, the unit has potential, maybe I just got a bum unit.
I called Powermate and the said to take to a local dealer, the closest Powermate listed I called and they were not happy and don't work on those anymore. So then I called Powermate back and they found a person who works on the engines locally. I dropped it off there today and said it will be at least a week before it is done because they are really busy.
I am not too happy about it but don't know what else to do. I am probably going to get stuck with the bill unless it is a warranty part. They think it could be a simple clean out the lines to the carburetor. If the generator would just take the load and run normal it would be a great unit. I am glad this was not last week when power was out and expecting a generator that would run. If it is just a simple clog I'll adjust the review, the unit has potential, maybe I just got a bum unit.
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Expert Response
You did exactly the right thing- your unit is covered by a Factory Warranty from Powermate. They went through reorganization some time ago, and are currently a viable and active company. As long as the problem is caused by a defect in materials or workmanship it will be covered by the warranty.
Alberto C.
Generator Expert
Rating Breakdown
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Perfect
By George
Maryland
Review Posted 09/14/2012
Like others who commented, I shopped around a lot and even secured several estimates for permanatly installed backup natural gas generators. In the end, I decided to go with a portable generator but wouldn't settle for anything other than a Honda engine.
The generator arrived on the exact day I was told it would arrive, the driver was courteous, putting it together was a breeze, and of course it started on the first pull. Now I just need a storm to test it out.
BTW - Compared to other generators, I think this one is relatively quiet.
The generator arrived on the exact day I was told it would arrive, the driver was courteous, putting it together was a breeze, and of course it started on the first pull. Now I just need a storm to test it out.
BTW - Compared to other generators, I think this one is relatively quiet.
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5/5
5/5
5/5
Louder than I hoped
By Noel
Massachusetts
Purchased 06/20/2012 |
Review Posted 08/22/2012
I will let you know when the power goes out this fall. It is louder than I had hoped.
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3/5
3/5
3/5
Just what I hoped
By Daniel
Ridgefield, Connecticut
Purchased 07/27/2012 |
Review Posted 08/18/2012
Received the generator last week. The only assembly I had to do were the handles and wheels. Very simple.
I added the oil that came with the machine. The placement of the hole to pour the oil in could be better designed. It was low to the ground and required a funnel to avoid spilling any on the ground.
Other than that one complaint, the machine started right up on first pull. Very easy- which is why I went with this machine and the Honda engine. It runs a little louder than I expected but as it is just for emergency purposes, not a big factor. I haven't used it outside of the first start-up.
I just received the transfer switch which will be installed to make better use of generator in the event of a power outage.
I added the oil that came with the machine. The placement of the hole to pour the oil in could be better designed. It was low to the ground and required a funnel to avoid spilling any on the ground.
Other than that one complaint, the machine started right up on first pull. Very easy- which is why I went with this machine and the Honda engine. It runs a little louder than I expected but as it is just for emergency purposes, not a big factor. I haven't used it outside of the first start-up.
I just received the transfer switch which will be installed to make better use of generator in the event of a power outage.
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