Pulsar PG6580BCO - 5300/6580W Dual Fuel Generator

In summary, the Pulsar PG6580BCO is a compact portable generator especially useful for:

• RV travellers looking for even more independence
• Occasional participants of outdoor events, competitions, concerts and 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 able to use the most necessary devices in their household, even during a blackout
• Professionals who want to ensure that a power failure will not prevent them from working

The subsequent sections will explore in detail its power characteristics, the diverse outlets it provides, its overall portability, and the supplementary features it offers.

Power & Run Time

The Pulsar PG6580BCO

With its dual-fuel technology, the Pulsar PG6580BCO delivers 120/240V, and offers power and flexibility. Running on gasoline, it boasts a running wattage of 5,300W and a peak wattage of 6,580W. When powered by propane, it delivers 4,750 running watts and 5,922 peak watts.

Pulsar’s patented Switch & Go technology allows you to switch from propane to gasoline or from gasoline to propane while the generator is running.

Operating at a noise rating of 75 dBA (just slightly more noisy than a dishwasher), this generator starts up with a simple traditional pull-start mechanism.

Concerning its running time, the PG6580BCO, featuring a 5.3 gallons fuel tank, can continuously run for around 10 hours at 50% load with a full gasoline tank (consuming fuel at approximately 0.53 gallons per hour). Alternatively, when utilizing propane, it offers around 6 hours (estimation based on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 0.78 GPH) of runtime.

As the PG6580BCO has a high THD (<25%), it is not recommended to use it to power sensitive electronic devices.

Outlets

The control panel features the following 4 AC outlets:

This Pulsar generator is RV Ready, thanks to its TT-30R receptacle (TT stands for 'Travel Trailer'). In addition, as it features a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, the PG6580BCO 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

Measuring L23.3 x W20 x H18.6 in, the classic open frame construction of the Pulsar PG6580BCO provides stability while enabling convenient maintenance access to components and adequate air cooling. The generator is designed for ideal use outdoors and in rough environments.

While weighing 143.5 lbs, the generator is classified as 'portable,' indicating its mobility, albeit its heftiness may limit portability in specific situations. Despite the restricted maneuverability, its wheel kit (⌀12") and its folding handle provides a solution, allowing for convenient shifting once the generator is positioned on the ground.

Features

The PG6580BCO's control panel

The PG6580BCO and its control panel include a convenient meter, displaying voltage, frequency, and lifetime hours information. This feature comes handy when monitoring its status and activity.

Equipped with a built-in fuel gauge, the generator facilitates swift gas level checks.

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.

The unit also benefits from Pulsar's CO Sentry carbon monoxide detection. The sensor monitors for the accumulation of poisonous carbon monoxide gas around the generator, and shuts down the engine is increasing levels of CO gas are detected.

Apart from the typical documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab), which lets you start it right away, the Pulsar PG6580BCO also is packed along with the following accessories: funnel, propane hose, tool kit and oil.