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Briggs & Stratton 30241 - 5550 Watt Extended Run Generator

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Briggs & Stratton 5550 Watt Extended Run Generator

Briggs & Stratton 5550 Watt Extended Run Generator

Model 30241
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Grade Style Running Watts Starting Watts


5,550
Rated Watts
8,550
Surge Watts

Briggs & Stratton OHV Engine
• For longer life, reduced noise, and better fuel efficiency.

Dura-Bore™ Cast Iron Cylinder Sleeve
• Withstands wear, helping to extend engine life

Extended Run Time
• 7-gallon tank produces 13 hours of electricity at 50% load.

Super Silencer™ Muffler
• Keeps noise levels down and reduces sparks.

Model
  Model Number:30241
 Manufacturer:Briggs & Stratton
 Made in USA:Yes
Engine
 Brand:Briggs & Stratton Intek
 Starting System:Recoil Start
 HP/CC:10 HP
 Consumer Engine Warranty:2 Years
 Commercial Engine Warranty:Not Available
 Engine RPM:3600 RPM
 Low Oil Alert:Yes
 Cast Iron Sleeve:Yes
Product Specs
 Voltage120/240 Single-Phase
 Frequency:60 Hertz
 Alternator:Brushless
 Auto Voltage Regulation:No
 Fuel TypeGasoline
 Continuous Amps:46/23 (120/240V 1φ)
 Max Amps:71/36 (120/240V 1φ)
 Portability Kit:NeverFlat
 Tank Size:7 Gallons
 Run Time (50% Load):13 Hours
 Fuel Tank Material:Plastic
 Fuel Gauge:No
 Idle Control:No
 Hour Meter:No
 Voltage Meter:No
 Lifting Eye:No
Overview
 Weight:165 Lbs. (74.84 kilograms)
 Dimensions:30L x 23.5W x 28.5H
(76.20 x 59.69 x 72.39 cm)
 Consumer Warranty:2 Years
 Commercial Warranty:Not Available
  "We love this one for three reasons: First, it's actually affordable. It's cheaper than Coleman, McCulloch, Mitsubishi, Yamaha, etc. Secondly, while it's cheaper, it's hardly cheap. Briggs wisely added pneumatic wheels and selected an engine wit...
 
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  "I powered a small window unit 5500 btu's, 2 fans, a 20 inch crt TV, the fridge, and other small lights... I had filled up 4x5 gallons of gas before hurricane and was just using the last jug when power came back. Using the window unit, I guess u...
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Gregg Hughes 09/15/2008
  "During a disaster, portable generators sell faster than playoff tickets. Unlike other web sites, we actually stock our best-selling portable generators. You'll know if your generator is in-stock before you even order. Plus, we display our in...
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Jon Hoch, Founder 08/27/2008
  "I have owned portable generators in the past, but this Briggs and Stratton Extended Run 5500 run-8500surge is by far the best unit I have ever owned or used. I have this unit on my race car trailer to power all my flood lights, air compressor, winch,...
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James Boutelle 06/01/2008
  "I got this generator right on time. It started great, and kept my basement from flooding during the recent power outage and heavy rains. I am very happy with this machine....
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Mike Sato 03/20/2008
  "We bought this one while enduring Hurricane Ivan's aftermath, and pensacola, Florida's power outage for 10 days in swealtering humidity. This generator powered the refrigerator, a window air conditioner, 3 fans, two lamps, and a T.V. and an alarm clo...
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Aeon Long 04/22/2007
  "This generator will run my whole house...It's a great feeling..! ...
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John Hynes 02/11/2007
  "Used this Generator in January 2007 for 4 straight days/nights after electricity was lost due to ice storm, never turned it off except to fill with gas. Powered gas furnace, refrigerator, two TV's all the lights I wanted and even used one of the 220...
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Bob Mccutchen 01/28/2007
  "The 5550 work great!!! It had enough power to run all the lights and my well. A friend bought a 5000 watt generator with a low start up watts and it would not run his well. I brought my 5550 over and it turned it right over with out any problems. Th...
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Rick Bruder 01/16/2007
  "This handy little generator saved the day early in Dec. '06 when a nice little ice storm hit the Greater St. Louis Metropolitan area! With a little incentive to get heat going in 10 degree weather, this small but powerfull generator kept my fam...
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Dave Stopher 12/16/2006
  "July of 2006 we were hit with major hurricane strength storm in St. Louis. Knocked our power out for 9 days. Our friends bought this generator and the same day their power was restored, so they did not need it and offered it to us to use. I put it t...
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David Vanhoogstrate 12/04/2006
  "This is a great product for the price. I got it with a 6 circuit transfer box and wired my critical home circuits to it. After unpacking and filling it with oil and gas, it started on the first pull. Be aware that it is a heavy unit at over 160 l...
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Tom Bitzer 12/01/2006
  "have had this 5500 watt generator for a year and ran in at two family functions more than 15 hours in 85 degree temps, also 4 camping trips with no failure. the key is to use full synthetic motor oil and you are fine, could not have found a better...
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Frank Wood 11/19/2006
  "I purchased the this unit after extensive research on generators. The communication was perfect, being notified during each event from start to final receipt. It took about 15 minutes to asemble once out of the box. The only negative was learning ...
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Rja Rja 11/17/2006
  "We just received this unit and have not actually run it yet, but I wanted to actually do a review of the purchase and customer service process. It was excellent. The site gave me all the info I needed, the ordering process was smooth, I received conf...
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Paul Rene 09/19/2006
  "I ordered on April 29 and received on May 9. It was delivered right into my garage which was better than buying locally and doing it myself. I have run it for about 5 hours, changed oil and tested some appliances with no problems. So far I’m very ...
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Art Jks 05/14/2006
  "Getting a portable generator is great start toward protecting your family from power failure. However, it's only half the battle. Learning how to use it safely is another matter. We worked with Popular Mechanics to create this important safety...
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Jon Hoch, Founder 04/27/2008
  "You’ve already spent thousands of dollars and countless hours converting your concrete dungeon into comfortable living space. The last thing you need is a tidal pool of sewage infiltrating your new home office or wet bar. A simple flash flood o...
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Jon Hoch, Founder 07/08/2008

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