Powerhorse s7000d - 5500/7000W Dual Fuel Generator With Electric Start

In a few words, the Powerhorse s7000d is a portable generator perfectly suited 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 in need of an emergency backup power for their essentials

In the forthcoming sections, you'll delve into its power characteristics, the various outlets it offers, its overall portability, and the additional features it boasts.

Power & Run Time

Delivering 120/240V, the Powerhorse s7000d is enhanced by dual-fuel technology, providing power and versatility. Running on gasoline, it boasts a running wattage of 5,500W and a starting wattage of 7,000W. Alternatively, when propane-powered, it delivers 4,950 running watts and 6,300 starting watts.

With a noise rating of 95 dBA (which is pretty noisy), the generator features a conventional pull-start mechanism, but also a hassle-free and practical electric starter (battery not included).

The s7000d, with a fuel capacity of 5.2 gallons, reaches a run time of around 9.5 hours at 50% load utilizing gasoline (fuel consumption around 0.55 GPH). Alternatively, it can reach a run time of around 7 hours (on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 0.67 GPH) with propane.

The s7000d is unsuitable for the powering of sensitive electronic devices due to its high THD (<23%).

Outlets

The control panel provides the upcoming 4 AC outlets:

In addition, it provides 2 DC outlets: there's two 5V USB ports (USB-A) allowing you to conveniently charge electronics such as mobile phones and tablets.

Even though this Powerhorse generator isn't quite RV Ready, its L5-30R receptacle allows an easy RV connection via an L5-30P to TT-30R adaptor. Besides, due to the featured twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, the s7000d is transfer switch ready: you may connect it to a breaker box to power your household during a power outage.

Portability

At L26.5 x W25.6 x H22.5 in, the Powerhorse s7000d boasts a traditional open frame structure, ensuring stability and allowing for convenient maintenance access to components, promoting air circulation. The generator is designed for outdoor use and demanding environments.

Even at 142 lbs, the generator is categorized as 'portable,' suggesting its movability, although its weight may impede its portability. Despite the restricted maneuverability, its wheel kit and its folding handle provides a solution, allowing for convenient shifting once the generator is positioned on the ground.

Features

The s7000d's control panel

The s7000d and its control panel include a convenient meter showing you voltage, frequency and lifetime hours. This feature comes handy when monitoring its status and activity.

In addition to this info, when the oil level is too low, you will be informed by the featured light indicator.

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

As far as security is concerned, the generator comes with an overload protection (circuit breaker) and an automatic low oil shut-off, providing peace of mind during use.

It also includes a carbon monoxide sensor. This sensor 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.

While the standard documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab), helpful for starting the device promptly, come with the Powerhorse s7000d, the following accessories are also included: funnel, propane hose and tool kit.