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Generac GP6500
Generator. Specs from the manufacturer page (checked ).
The Generac GP6500 COsense 49ST is a portable generator rated for 6,500 W running and 8,125 W starting. It has a 7.9 gal (29.9 L) steel fuel tank and a recoil starter, and weighs 86 kg (172 lb).
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Running
6500W
Peak / surge
8125W
Run time @50 %
11.5h
Weight
86kg
Key features
- PowerRush Advanced Technology gives over 40% more starting capacity when starting electric motors
- OHV engine with splash lubrication
- Steel fuel tank of 7.9 gal (29.9 L) with fuel gauge
- Run time of up to 10.5 hours at 50% load per page text; spec table lists 11.5 hr
- Recoil starting method
- Low-oil level shutdown protects the engine
- Hour meter tracks maintenance intervals
- Heavy-duty never-flat wheels and fold-down handle
Specifications
| Running watts | 6500 W |
|---|---|
| Peak / surge | 8125 W |
| Tank | 29.9 L (7.9 gal) |
| Run time at 50 % load | 11.5 h |
| Weight | 86 kg (189.6 lb) |
| Dimensions | 69.2 × 68.4 × 67.4 cm (27.2 × 26.9 × 26.5 in) |
From the Generac page. Values the manufacturer does not publish are left out.
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Connection and wiring
Follow the diagrams in the Generac manual. Connecting to a home panel needs a transfer switch or interlock and a licensed electrician.
Error codes and troubleshooting
We found no error-code table in this manual. Its troubleshooting section is the reference.
FAQ
How long does the Generac GP6500 run on a tank?
The maker rates it at 11.5 hours at 50 % load (about 3,250 W) on a 7.9-gal tank. A light load such as a refrigerator and lights runs longer; a full load runs shorter.
Can the Generac GP6500 start a sump pump or well pump?
Starting surge matters more than running watts: this unit is rated 8125 W peak. That covers a typical 1/2 HP sump pump (about 2150 W to start). Use the calculator with your exact pump.