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Honda EG6500CL
Generator · EG. Specs from the manufacturer page (checked ).
The Honda EG6500CL is a gasoline-fueled portable generator with a rated output of 5500 W and a surge output of 6500 W, covered by this owner's manual. The manual specifies regular unleaded gasoline with no more than 10% ethanol and a pump octane rating of 86 or higher. It also describes an Oil Alert System, automatic engine stop, and a GFCI receptacle.
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Running
5500W
Peak / surge
6500W
Fuel
gas
Weight
81kg
Key features
- Fuel: regular unleaded gasoline with ethanol content of no more than 10% and pump octane rating of 86 or higher
- Engine oil: SAE 10W-30, API SJ or later (or equivalent) for general use
- Starter grip and choke lever for starting the engine
- Protection functions: Oil Alert System, automatic engine stop, overspeed detection, abnormal voltage detection
- Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) receptacle, checked before each use
- Voltage selector switch, AC circuit breaker and AC circuit protectors
- Fuel gauge and ground terminal
What it is for
- standby power
Specifications
| Running watts | 5500 W |
|---|---|
| Peak / surge | 6500 W |
| Fuel | gas |
| Tank | 24 L (6.3 gal) |
| Weight | 81 kg (178.6 lb) |
| Dimensions | 68.1 × 53.0 × 57.1 cm (26.8 × 20.9 × 22.5 in) |
From the Honda page. Values the manufacturer does not publish are left out.
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Connection and wiring
Follow the diagrams in the Honda 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
Can the Honda EG6500CL start a sump pump or well pump?
Starting surge matters more than running watts: this unit is rated 6500 W peak. That covers a typical 1/2 HP sump pump (about 2150 W to start). Use the calculator with your exact pump.