This 5550-watt portable generator with 10-horsepower engine and 7-gallon fuel tank, the Briggs & Stratton Power Products #30241, features 5,500 running watts and 8,500 starting watts of power, 13-hour run time at half-load, Cast-iron cylinder block, weather-protected panel, 10 inch tires. Open the box, put the wheels on it, put the oil in it, add some gas and with one pull it will be up and running and generating power. Its 5 outlets can power your household’s essential appliances including a refrigerator, microwave, heater fan.
Start up power is important because when your furnace, fridge or other appliances start they require more watts to get going. This B&S model might not be the most quiet generator on the market, however you can’t beat the price per watt. The neighbors will probably forgive the noise if you let them plug in.
An OHV engine with power surge protection ensures better fuel efficiency and reliability. A patented super-silence muffler eliminates sparking and makes this generator quieter than any in its class, so the conversation inside isn’t drowned out by the noisy machine outside. The unit offers 13 hours runtime when operated at half its output capacity. Five convenient outlets let you hook up TV’s, stereos, coffee pots, heaters, laptops, more. And, the panel is weather-protected for safe outdoor connectivity. Ten-inch wheels, a lightweight 179-pound design, durable tires ensure smooth transport over rowdy terrain. A ten-horsepower engine and seven-gallon fuel tank ensure plenty of power for the long run. Best of all, the unit’s cast iron cylinder sleeve ensures long life and reliable power when you need it most. The purchase is covered by a 2-year limited, manufacturer warranty.
Best Price: $709.99 and free shipping through February 28, 2007.
