Generac Power Systems 8150 Details and Specifications
Generac 5500 Watt Generator GP5500E
5500 Watts 6875 Starting Watts COSense Auto Shutdown Electric Start EPA 50-State
EPA & California Emissions. For Sale in All 50 States
The Generac GP5500E is a 5500 Watt Generator with Electric Start and 50-State Emissions. COSense Technology automatically shuts down the generator in the presence of Carbon Monoxide. It features a fuel-efficient 289cc EFI engine that requires less maintenance. Electric start gets you up and running fast, and an hour meter helps track maintenance periods.
This generator is compatible with the HomeLink 30-Amp Manual Transfer Switch Kit (sold separately.)
COSENSE Carbon Monoxide Detection and Shutdown
This generator comes equipped with CO Sense a carbon monoxide sensor that shuts the generator down when it detects Carbon Monoxide.
The Generac 5500 Watt Generator is for outdoor use only, positioned away from homes and other buildings, with the exhaust pointed away from any persons or buildings.
Carbon Monoxide (CO) is an odorless, invisible gas produced by internal combustion engines and any device that burns a fuel to produce heat or energy. The CO Sense shutdown feature adds an extra measure of safety to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning caused by misuse.
The Generac Owner Manual explicitly states that this generator is only for use outdoors. Keep the generator at least 20-feet away from any windows, doors, vents, or other openings with the exhaust pointed away from buildings and preferably downwind.
According to the Generac Owner Manual and Website, This Generator May NOT Run Indoors. All homes should have a working, up to date, carbon monoxide detector on each level of the home.
Read the Owner Manual Before Use. Obey all safety instructions and the decals on the generator.
Generac GP5500E Generator Features
The Generac GP5500 Generator features electric start making it fast and easy to use. The 5.4-gallon steel tank with built-in gauge provides a run time of up to 10.5 hours at 50% rated load. Placement is easy with the locking folding handles and 9.5-inch never-flat wheels. The control panel provides 120-Volt and 120/240-Volt receptacle options.
- 10.5 Hour Runtime on 5.4 Gallons of Gasoline.
- Steel Gasoline Tank with Integrated Fuel Gauge.
- Fuel Efficient 289CC EFI Engine with Overhead Valves and Less Maintenance.
- Handle & Wheel Kit for Easy Portability.
- 1 1/4-Inch Tubular Steel Open Frame for Durability.
- Covered Outlets Protect from the Environment.
- Low-Oil Level Shutdown Protects the Engine from Damage.
- CO Sense Automatic Carbon Monoxide Shutdown for Safety
- HomeLink Manual Transfer Switch Compatible for Safe Home Backup Power
Generac GP5500E Generator Receptacles
(2) 120-Volt 20-Amp* | 5-20R Duplex | 4 Household Outlets |
(1) 120/240-Volt 30 Amp** Locking | L14-30R | 30 Amp Transfer Switch, Large Appliance, Multioutlet Extension Cord |
*120-Volt outlets have single-pole pushbutton circuit breakers.
**120/240-Volt outlets have two-pole toggle-type circuit breakers.
Consumer Warranty: Generac 3-Year Limited Warranty.
Commercial Warranty: Generac 2-Year Limited Warranty.
