Genmax GM5500i - 5000/5500W Inverter Generator With Electric Start

In a few words, the Genmax GM5500i is a compact portable inverter generator perfectly suited for:

• RV travellers looking for even more independence
• People occasionally participating in outdoor fairs, festivals or events
• Food truck owners who want to ensure that their business is fully self-contained and does not rely on potentially unreliable external power
• Homeowners who want to be sure of their ability to power their fridges, cooking tools, heating and lighting equipment during power failures
• Camping and tailgating hobbyists looking for a portable power source
• Professionals in need of safely powering high-intensity work or lighting equipment

In the upcoming sections, you'll discover its power characteristics, the array of outlets it presents, its overall portability, and the additional features it possesses.

Power & Run Time

The Genmax GM5500i

Featuring a 312 cc Dinking OHV 4-stroke engine, the Genmax GM5500i operates using gasoline, providing 120/240V, with a running wattage of 5,000W and a starting wattage of 5,500W.

The inverter generator, rated for a noise of 62 dBA (just slightly more noisy than a normal conversation), provides flexibility in starting, offering both a simple traditional pull-start mechanism and a straightforward and intuitive electric starter (battery included).

The GM5500i boasts a fuel tank capable of holding 3.5 gallons, allowing it to run continuously for up to 13 hours (with fuel usage averaging around 0.27 gallons per hour).

As the GM5500i produces a clean sine wave, with a <3% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD), sensitive electronics may be plugged in the AC outlets safely.

Outlets

The control panel features the upcoming 5 AC outlets:

Additionally, it offers 2 DC outlets: there's two 5V USB ports (USB-A) ensuring convenient charging of devices like mobile phones and tablets, for connectivity on the go.

As it features a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, the GM5500i is transfer switch ready: in case of a power outage, you will be easily able to connect it to a breaker box and power your household.

Portability

With its enclosed inverter generator design (L21.1 x W18.5 x H24 in), the Genmax GM5500i offers superior aesthetics and operates with minimized noise levels, distinguishing itself from standard, open frame generators. The design follows the contemporary trends and is perfect for recreationally generating power.

Since the generator weighs 116.6 lbs, it will be incredibly difficult to manually lift it and transport it, even though it is technically considered to 'be portable' (in the sense that it is movable). Nevertheless, the restricted maneuverability is counteracted by its set of 2 wheels (⌀5.5") and its telecospic handle, enabling easy shifting once the generator is set in place.

Features

The GM5500i's control panel

Included in the control panel of the GM5500i, a digital data center assists in tracking its status and activity by providing details on the frequency, fuel level, lifetime run hours, power output and voltage.

In addition to this info, the device’s light indicators will display if the generator is ready, its oil levels are insufficient and the generator is on overload.

From a security point of view, the generator is equipped with an overload protection (circuit breaker) and an automatic low oil shut-off, giving you a peace of mind during use.

It also benefits from Genmax's CO DETECT technology, which is designed to monitor the level of carbon monoxide present during the generator's operation. If the generator is positioned incorrectly and carbon monoxide levels rise to an unsafe level, the generator will automatically shut down.

Apart from the typical documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab), which lets you start it right away, the Genmax GM5500i also is packed along with the following accessories: tool kit and funnel.