5500 Watt Portable Generator

CARB Compliant

Keep your family connected and home essentials running during a power outage with this Briggs & Stratton® 5500W Home Series generator. You can power household essentials with a transfer switch through the 120C/240V, 30A outlet or outdoor tools with the four 120V GFCI outlets. Its easy-maneuvering design also makes it great for home improvement projects and recreational activities.
Starting Watts

6250

Running Watts

5500

Engine Displacement

389cc

Run Time

12-Hour

Features

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CO Guard® Carbon Monoxide Shutdown Technology

Advanced detection. Added protection. This patent-pending technology shuts down your generator when harmful levels of carbon monoxide accumulate in the generator's operating area.

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Briggs & Stratton PowerBuilt™ 389cc OHV Engine

Durable, easy starting engine features Overhead Valve (OHV) technology to run cooler and last longer; ideal for portable generators.

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12 Hour Run Time (at 50% load)

Long run time and less refueling of the 7.5 gallon metal fuel tank.

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(4) GFCI outlets, (2) Household outlets and (1) 120V/240V, 30A Locking Outlet

Includes rubber outlet covers to protect against the elements.

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Never-Go-Flat Wheels & Fold-Up Handle

Allow for easy transportation and mobility.

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Power Surge™ Alternator

Produces a short surge of power needed to start large motor-driven appliances and tools simultaneously.

Specifications

  5500 Watt Portable Generator with CO Guard®
Start Type Recoil
Length (in) 28.4
Width (in) 27.2
Height (in) 28.0
Weight (lbs) 190.0
Muffler Super Lo-Tone
Engine Brand Briggs & Stratton
Consumer Warranty 2 Year Limited
Commercial Warranty 1 Year Limited
Engine Displacement 389.0
Fuel Tank Capacity 7.5
Running Watts 5500.0
Starting Watts 6875.0
Volts 120 / 240
Run Time Up to 12 hrs at 50% load
Alternator Power Surge
Low Oil Shutdown Yes
Fuel Gauge Yes
Hour Meter Yes
Automatic Voltage Regulation Yes
Spark Arrestor Yes
Wheel Type Never-Go-Flat

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