GenMax GM5500i
5000 W, gasoline
Pulsar PG6000R
Generator · PG. Specs from the manufacturer page (checked ).
The Pulsar PG6000R is a gasoline-powered portable generator rated at 5,000 running watts with 6,000 peak watts. It has a 274cc single-cylinder OHV engine and a 5.2 gallon fuel tank.
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Running
5000W
Peak / surge
6000W
Fuel
gasoline
Warranty
3yr
Key features
- 6,000 peak watts / 5,000 running watts
- 274cc, 8.5 HP single-cylinder, 4-stroke, OHV, air-cooled CARB-approved engine
- 5.2 gallon fuel tank
- Four 120V outlets, one 120V twistlock outlet (L5-30R), and one 120V/240V twistlock outlet (L14-30R)
- 12V DC battery charger output
- Automatic voltage regulator
- Vibration-absorbing engine mounts
- Dual drop-down handles and never-flat wheels
What it is for
- Home power outages
- Portable power away from home
Specifications
| Running watts | 5000 W |
|---|---|
| Peak / surge | 6000 W |
| Fuel | gasoline |
| Tank | 19.7 L (5.2 gal) |
| AC output voltage | 120V/240V |
| Warranty | 3 years |
From the Pulsar page. Values the manufacturer does not publish are left out.
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Connection and wiring
Follow the diagrams in the Pulsar manual. Connecting to a home panel needs a transfer switch or interlock and a licensed electrician.
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Error codes and troubleshooting
We found no error-code table in this manual. Its troubleshooting section is the reference.
FAQ
Can the Pulsar PG6000R start a sump pump or well pump?
Starting surge matters more than running watts: this unit is rated 6000 W peak. That covers a typical 1/2 HP sump pump (about 2150 W to start). Use the calculator with your exact pump.