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Predator 5000 Watt Portable Generator (72613)
Generator. Specs from the manufacturer page (checked ).
The Predator 5000 Watt Portable Generator (model 72613) is a portable generator rated for 4000 running watts, with 5000 max starting watts. Its manual warns that the exhaust contains carbon monoxide, so it must be used only outdoors, at least 20 feet from structures, people, and animals, with the exhaust pointed away.
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Running
4000W
Peak / surge
5000W
Fuel
gasoline
Run time @50 %
15.2h
Key features
- 4000 running watts
- 5000 max starting watts
- Exhaust contains carbon monoxide: use only outdoors, at least 20 feet from structures, people and animals, with exhaust pointed away
- Do not use in trailers, truck beds or tents, and never inside a home or garage, even with doors and windows open
Specifications
| Running watts | 4000 W |
|---|---|
| Peak / surge | 5000 W |
| Fuel | gasoline |
| Tank | 20.5 L (5.4 gal) |
| Run time at 50 % load | 15.2 h |
From the Predator page. Values the manufacturer does not publish are left out.
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Connection and wiring
Follow the diagrams in the Predator manual. Connecting to a home panel needs a transfer switch or interlock and a licensed electrician.
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Error codes and troubleshooting
| Code | Meaning | What to do | Manual page |
|---|---|---|---|
| FLASHING RED LIGHT | Dangerous levels of carbon monoxide gas have built up and the generator shuts off. | Leave the area immediately until it has aired out. Move the generator to a well-ventilated area before operating it again. | 5 |
| FLASHING YELLOW LIGHT | The carbon monoxide sensor is malfunctioning and needs service. The generator should not be used until the sensor works properly. | Do not use the generator until the sensor is working properly. Call Harbor Freight technical support at 1-888-830-0321. Only a qualified technician may service the CO sensor. Do not modify or tamper with it. Call service if it persists. | 5 |
| LOW OIL | The engine shuts off if the engine oil level is too low. The engine will not start with low or no engine oil. | Stop the engine and make sure the generator is level. Check the dipstick oil level and add the appropriate oil until it reaches the proper level. SAE 10W-30 is recommended for general use. Reinstall the dipstick and access panel. | 11 |
| OVERLOAD | The OVERLOAD light turns on and the generator stops producing power when the total connected load exceeds the unit's running power. | Disconnect all electrical devices and compare their requirements to the generator rating. Move anything blocking generator ventilation. Press the Overload Reset button below the 120VAC receptacle so the OVERLOAD light turns off. Reconnect devices carefully, without overloading the generator. | 15 |
| Carbon Monoxide level high | The generator is overloaded, so the attached device has no power or the rated load capacity has been exceeded. | Turn off and unplug the device(s), press the circuit overload reset button, then plug the device(s) back in and turn on. Reduce the number of items plugged in or use a more powerful generator. | 19 |
| CO Sensor Alarm | Carbon monoxide level is high. The red CO sensor light illuminates, and the yellow CO Sensor Alarm may flash continually shortly after starting or after longer operation. The engine stops suddenly. | Leave the area immediately and ventilate thoroughly. Operate the generator only outdoors, keep at least 5 ft clearance on all sides, and stay within the rated ambient temperature. If the sensor needs service, call 1-800-444-3353 as soon as possible and do not use the generator until the sensor works properly. Call service if it persists. | 24 |
6 of 10 codes. From the Predator manual. All 10 3500 Watt Super Quiet Inverter / 9500 Watt Super Quiet Inverter / 2500 Watt Super Quiet Inverter / 4200 Watt Dual-Fuel Super Quiet Inverter codes →
FAQ
How long does the Predator 5000 Watt Portable Generator (72613) run on a tank?
The maker rates it at 15.2 hours at 50 % load (about 2,000 W) on a 5.4-gal tank. A light load such as a refrigerator and lights runs longer; a full load runs shorter.
Can the Predator 5000 Watt Portable Generator (72613) start a sump pump or well pump?
Starting surge matters more than running watts: this unit is rated 5000 W peak. That covers a typical 1/2 HP sump pump (about 2150 W to start). Use the calculator with your exact pump.