Generac GP9500ETF - 9500/12500W Tri Fuel Generator With Electric Start

In short, the Generac GP9500ETF is a powerful portable generator adequately designed for:

• Small homeowners in search of a full power backup solution
• Homeowners who want to be able to use the most necessary devices in their household, even during a blackout
• Professionals in need of safely powering high-intensity work or lighting equipment
• RV travellers looking for even more independence

The following sections will present you in detail its power characteristics, the different outlets it offers, its overall portability, and the extra features it benefits from.

Power & Run Time

The Generac GP9500ETF delivers 120/240V and is equipped with a tri-fuel technology, enabling it to operate on gasoline, propane, or natural gas. When powered by gasoline, it achieves a running wattage of 9,500W and a peak wattage of 12,500W. Switching to propane provides 8,550 rated watts and 11,250 peak watts, while natural gas operation delivers 7,000W of rated wattage and 9,000W of starting wattage.

Its starting mechanisms include a simple traditional pull-start mechanism and an easy-to-use and reliable electric starter (battery included).

In terms of running time, the GP9500ETF, equipped with a 7.5 gallons fuel tank, is capable of running continuously for up to 14 hours on a full gasoline tank (with fuel consumption estimated at around 0.54 gallons per hour). When utilizing propane, it provides up to 6 hours (on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 0.78 GPH) of operation.

Outlets

The control panel includes the following 4 AC outlets:

With its 14-50R outlet, this Generac unit is RV-ready for owners with a 50-amp service in their RVs. In addition, with its twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, the GP9500ETF is configured to be transfer switch ready, allowing straightforward connection to your breaker box to supply backup power to your home during outages.

Portability

At L27.5 x W27.1 x H27.6 in, the Generac GP9500ETF boasts a traditional open frame structure, ensuring stability and allowing for convenient maintenance access to components, promoting air circulation. The featured design is ideal for the outdoors and all tough environments.

Although this generator is technically considered 'portable' (in the sense that it can be moved), its 219 lbs make may make it challenging to manually lift and transport. Despite the restricted maneuverability, its wheel kit (⌀9.5") and its folding handle provides a solution, allowing for convenient shifting once the generator is positioned on the ground.

Features

The GP9500ETF's control panel

The control panel of the GP9500ETF includes a convenient meter showing you voltage, frequency and lifetime hours, helpful for the monitoring of its status and activity.

Thanks to its built-in fuel gauge, the generator allows you to quickly, conveniently, and easily check the gas level at a glance.

Considering security aspects, the generator boasts an automatic low oil shut-off and an overload protection (circuit breaker), offering peace of mind throughout operation.

The GP9500ETF also benefits from Generac’s COsense® carbon monoxide monitoring. This technology senses and manages CO output and shuts down the unit when necessary, to protect you from CO poisoning.

Along the basic documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab), useful for starting the generator right away, the Generac GP9500ETF's package also includes these accessories: propane hose and oil.