Yamaha EF5500D - 4500/5500W Portable Generator

In summary, the Yamaha EF5500D is a portable generator especially useful for:

• RV travellers who wish to upgrade their experience to another level
• People occasionally participating in outdoor fairs, festivals or events
• Homeowners who want to be sure of their ability to power their fridges, cooking tools, heating and lighting equipment during power failures
• Professionals who want to be able to deliver results, even during a power failure

Over the following sections, you'll uncover its power characteristics, the selection of outlets it offers, its overall portability, and the supplementary features it includes.

Power & Run Time

The Yamaha EF5500D

With a 358 cc Yamaha MZ360 OHV 4-stroke engine, the Yamaha EF5500D operates on gasoline, providing 120/240V, with a running wattage of 4,500W and a starting wattage of 5,500W.

With a noise rating of 74.1 dBA (just slightly more noisy than a dishwasher), the generator features a traditional recoil pull-start mechanism.

With a fuel capacity of 6.9 gallons, the EF5500D may run for around 13.5 hours at 50% load with a full tank (fuel consumption around 0.51 GPH).

Due to the relatively high THD (<7%) of the EF5500D, it is advised against using it for powering sensitive electronic devices.

Outlets

The control panel is equipped with the following 6 AC outlets:

Even if this Yamaha generator isn't quite RV Ready, it still allows for an easy RV connection via an L5-30P to TT-30R adaptor, thanks to its L5-30R receptacle. Besides, equipped with a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, the EF5500D is engineered to be transfer switch ready, enabling simple hookup to your breaker box to provide backup power for your home during blackouts.

Portability

At L29.1 x W29 x H31.5 in, the standard open frame design of the Yamaha EF5500D delivers stability alongside easy maintenance access to components and good air cooling. The featured design is ideal for the outdoors and all tough environments.

While the generator is considered to be technically 'portable' (in the sense that you can move it), manually lifting and transporting it may be challenging, due to its high weight of 216.1 lbs. Still, once it is on the ground, its wheel kit and its folding handle can easily solve the issue of low mobility and allow for easy relocation of the device.

Further safety during transport, loading and unloading of the device is provided by a lift hook, which is placed on the top of the generator's frame.

Features

The EF5500D's control panel

With a digital data center integrated into its control panel, the EF5500D provides real-time insights into the voltage and lifetime run hours, enabling easy monitoring of its status and activity.

In addition to this info, a light indicator on the device will signal if its oil levels are insufficient.

The generator includes a built-in fuel gauge, a quick, easy and convenient method of checking the device’s gas level.

As for its security measures, the device features an automatic low oil shut-off (Oil Watch system) and an overload protection (circuit breaker), letting you use it with a peace of mind.

Yamaha's Oil Watch warning system gives you an extra peace of mind. This feature enhances long-term durability by preventing engine damage and costly repairs. Once the oil begins to run low, the generator automatically shuts off and cannot be re-started until oil is added.

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.

In addition to the standard documentation and owner's manual (opens in a new tab) for prompt setup, Yamaha has also included a tool kit in the packaging of the EF5500D.