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In summary, the Genmax GM6000iED is a compact portable inverter generator especially useful for:
- RV travellers who wish to upgrade their experience to another level
- People occasionally participating in sporting competitions, open-air performances and outdoor festivals
- 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 buffs looking to enhance their experience
- Professionals who want to ensure that a power failure will not prevent them from working
In the following paragraphs, we shall explore the power characteristics, available outlets, portability, and any additional features of the device, along with its emission compliance information.
Power & Run Time
Thanks to its dual-fuel technology, the Genmax GM6000iED delivers 120/240V and offers power and versatility. When gasoline-powered, it benefits from a running wattage of 5250W and a peak wattage of 6000W. When propane-powered, it has 4750 rated watts and 5500 peak watts.
With a noise rating of 63 dBA (just slightly more noisy than background music), the inverter generator features a simple traditional pull-start mechanism, but also a convenient and easy-to-use electric starter (battery included). Moreover, to offer you even more convenience, the GM6000iED can also be remotely started (key fob included).
Regarding its running time, the GM6000iED, with a 3.8 gallons fuel capacity can operate for around 8.5 hours at 50% load with a full tank of gasoline (fuel consumption around 0.45 GPH). When using propane, it can run for around 7.9 hours (estimation based on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 0.59 GPH).
Sensitive electronics can be safely plugged in the AC outlets, as the GM6000iED produces a clean sine wave, with a <5% Total Harmonic Disruption (THD).
Outlets
The control panel provides the upcoming 3 AC outlets:
Additionally, it features 2 DC outlets: there's two 5V USB ports (USB-A) with which charging of electronics like mobile phones and tablets is made convenient.
Since the GM6000iED bears a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, it is transfer switch ready: it is easily connectible to a breaker box and can power your home in case of a power outage.
Portability
Thanks to its closed inverter generator design (L24 x W18.5 x H21.1 in), the Genmax GM6000iED, is more esthetical than a typical, open frame generator. This type of design is the most modern and convenient way to recreationally generate power.
Even though this device may be technically portable (as in movable), manipulation and transportation without special equipment can be a challenge, as it weighs 117.9 pounds. However, its challenging mobility is solved by its set of 2 wheels (⌀5.5") and its telecospic handle, which will ease its displacement, once it is on the floor.
Features
One of the many GM6000iED's features is the data center, included in its control panel, which conveniently provides information on the frequency, power output, fuel level, voltage and lifetime run hours and thus, helps you monitor its activity and status.
In addition to this info, several light indicators serve to show you when its oil levels are insufficient, the generator is overloaded and the generator is ready.
As far as security is concerned, the generator can be used with a peace of mind, as it features an automatic low oil shut-off and an overload protection (circuit breaker).
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. It’s a welcomed additional security feature, but don’t forget to always take your generator outside (opens in a new tab).
While the standard documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab), helpful for starting the device promptly, come with the Genmax GM6000iED, the following accessories are also included: key fob, tool kit, funnel and propane hose.
Emissions
The Genmax GM6000iED is EPA approved, but NOT CARB-compliant. Thus, it cannot be purchased or sold in California.
However, it features a spark arrestor and thus, may be used in forested areas.
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The Genmax GM6000iED versus other generators
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how some of the key specs of the Genmax GM6000iED compare to generators of similar power (between 4500 and 5500 W).
- As for its weight, the Genmax GM6000iED weighs only 117.9 pounds, making it one of the lighter generators in the 4500-5500 rated wattage category. If you are concerned by weight, one of the champions in the above-mentioned power range is the Genmax GM6000XiE, with a dry weight of just 106.9 pounds.
- With a lowest possible noise of 63 dBA, this inverter generator places itself amongst the more quiet of the products delivering similar power. If noise emissions are important to you, one of the least noisy generators of this power range is the Honda EU7000iS with only 52 dBA.
- The GM6000iED's autonomy is somewhat low end compared to devices of its power range, as it reaches only around 8.5 hours at 50% load on a full tank. If autonomy is your priority, one of the devices of a similar power output with the highest run time is the Westinghouse WGen5500, reaching around 15 hours.
- Run times are important, yet thanks to their dependence on the fuel capacity, they should be judged along with the fuel consumption of the device. This inverter generator is one of the more fuel efficient models of the aforementioned output range, as its estimated fuel consumption reaches just 0.45 GPH (gallon per hour) at 50% load. If you wish to acquire one of the most gasoline efficient products of this power range, the Genmax GM5500i, with a fuel consumption of 0.41 GPH could be in your good books.
The bottom line
- CO DETECT technology
- Several accessories included
- GFCI Outlets
- Remote start
- Dual Fuel
- Inverter
- Lightweight for its kind (117.9 lbs)
- Quiet for its power (63 dBA)
- Fuel efficient
- No parallel ports
- Not CARB-compliant
- 1-year warranty
- Relatively low run time
Features and Specifications
Inverter | Yes |
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Portable | Yes |
Parallel capable | No |
RV ready | No |
Fuel | Dual Fuel (gasoline/propane) |
Engine | 312 cc OHV 4-stroke |
Starting system | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
Voltage | AC: 120/240V 60 Hz, DC: 5V |
Gasoline | Propane | |
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Running watts | 5250 W | 4750 W |
Starting watts | 6000 W | 5500 W |
Running amps (@120/240V) | 43.8/21.9 amps | 39.6/19.8 amps |
Peak amps (@120/240V) | 50/25 amps | 45.8/22.9 amps |
Run time @50% load | 8.5 h | 7.9 h * |
Run time @25% load | Unknown | Unknown |
GFCI outlets | Yes |
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Covered outlets | Yes |
Automatic Voltage Regulation | Inverter |
AC outlets |
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DC outlets | 2x 5V USB port (USB-A) |
Data center | Power output, fuel level, lifetime run hours, voltage and frequency |
Indicators | Low oil, overload and output ready |
Fuel tank | Steel, 3.8 gal |
Fuel gauge | Digital |
Weight | 117.9 lbs |
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Approx. dimensions (L x W x H) | 24 x 18.5 x 21.1 in |
Noise (lower limit) | 63 dBA |
THD | < 5% |
Compliance | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2018 |
Security | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring |
Spark arrestor | Yes |
Neutral | Bonded to frame |
Accessories included | Funnel, tool kit, key fob, propane hose, and battery |
Warranty | 1 year |
Unlike many websites, we did our best to research each of the specs above. That being said, we are not immune to making the occasional mistake or omission. Should you notice any missing or incorrect values, don't hesitate to suggest improvements so we can address the issue.
* Propane runtime is our own estimation, based on a 20 lbs tank and NIST 1994 GGE (Gasoline Gallon Equivalent) formula: 5.66 lbs of propane = 1 gal of gasoline.
Warranty Information
The Genmax GM6000iED is covered under a warranty for up to 1 year. This warranty may be limited and may not cover all parts of the generator.
For more information about the warranty of Genmax generators, please contact the Genmax Customer Support: 1-866-960-2920.
Questions & Answers
What can it power?
Item | Running Watts | Starting Watts | |
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At home | Electric fry pan | 1500 | 1500 |
Microwave (1000 watts) | 1500 | 1500 | |
Sump pump (1/2 hp) | 1050 | 2150 | |
Radio | 100 | 100 | |
Pair of small speakers | 45 | 45 | |
Total | 4195 W | 5295 W | |
For camping | RV AC (11,000 BTU) | 1010 | 1600 |
RV refrigerator | 180 | 600 | |
Hair dryer | 1800 | 1900 | |
Toaster oven | 800 | 800 | |
Blender | 400 | 850 | |
Total | 4190 W | 4780 W | |
For work | Table saw | 1800 | 4500 |
Grinder | 1400 | 2500 | |
Bug zapper | 80 | 80 | |
Total | 3280 W | 5980 W |
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