Deal or No Deal... used Coleman 6500H Generator

CarlGlas · May 24, 2006

And, speaking of generators, I recently visited the Sam's Club website and took a look at what they had for Auction and bid on and bought the below described and attached photographed generator for $1114.00. I found the same generator on a website advertised for $2599.00.

Model: DG6LN
Designed for easy maintenance

Features

# Air cooled
# 6000 Watt
# Voltage: 120/240
# Frequency: 60 HZ
# Dimensions: 37.9 inches x 22.8 inches x 29.5 inches
# 352 lbs.

Standard Features:
# Electric start
# Large Fuel Tank With 12 hours Continuous Operating Capability
# Soundproofing - 70db at 7meters
# Front and Side Lockable Door
# Designed For Easy Maintenance
# Automatic Voltage Regulator
# Automatic Shutdown For Low Oil Pressure
# Vibration Isolation Mounting Between Engine/Alternator Feet and Base Frame
# Reduce Vibration and Improving Durability
# Non-Fused Breaker Protects For AC Overload Protection and Convenience
# AC Voltmeter, 110V/220V Switch
# DC 12V Charging System(car/boat batteries)
# Low Fuel Indicator, Oil alert
# Ground Fault Interrupter
# Dependable, Maintenance Free Alternator
# Advanced Direct Fuel Injection System
# Provides Low Fuel Consumption
# All American Standard Receptacles

Product Specifications

# Engine: ETQ 186FE
# Cylinders: Single Cylinder, 4 Cycle
# Displacement: 24.78 Cubic Inches
# Cooling: Air Cooled
# Fuel Tank: 3.3 Gal
# Generator: Electric Brushless
# Phase: Single
# Voltage: 120/240 AC
# Amps: 50 @ 120V, 25 @ 240V
# Frequency: 60Hz
# Max Output: 6.0 KW
# Cont. Output: 5.5 KW
# Weight: 352 lbs
# 36.2 inches L x 20.9 inches W x 27.8 inches H

CarlGlas · May 24, 2006

And, speaking of generators, I recently visited the Sam's Club website and took a look at what they had for Auction and bid on and bought the below described and attached photographed generator for $1114.00. I found the same generator on a website advertised for $2599.00.

Model: DG6LN
Designed for easy maintenance

Features

# Air cooled
# 6000 Watt
# Voltage: 120/240
# Frequency: 60 HZ
# Dimensions: 37.9 inches x 22.8 inches x 29.5 inches
# 352 lbs.

Standard Features:
# Electric start
# Large Fuel Tank With 12 hours Continuous Operating Capability
# Soundproofing - 70db at 7meters
# Front and Side Lockable Door
# Designed For Easy Maintenance
# Automatic Voltage Regulator
# Automatic Shutdown For Low Oil Pressure
# Vibration Isolation Mounting Between Engine/Alternator Feet and Base Frame
# Reduce Vibration and Improving Durability
# Non-Fused Breaker Protects For AC Overload Protection and Convenience
# AC Voltmeter, 110V/220V Switch
# DC 12V Charging System(car/boat batteries)
# Low Fuel Indicator, Oil alert
# Ground Fault Interrupter
# Dependable, Maintenance Free Alternator
# Advanced Direct Fuel Injection System
# Provides Low Fuel Consumption
# All American Standard Receptacles

Product Specifications

# Engine: ETQ 186FE
# Cylinders: Single Cylinder, 4 Cycle
# Displacement: 24.78 Cubic Inches
# Cooling: Air Cooled
# Fuel Tank: 3.3 Gal
# Generator: Electric Brushless
# Phase: Single
# Voltage: 120/240 AC
# Amps: 50 @ 120V, 25 @ 240V
# Frequency: 60Hz
# Max Output: 6.0 KW
# Cont. Output: 5.5 KW
# Weight: 352 lbs
# 36.2 inches L x 20.9 inches W x 27.8 inches H

Soundguy · May 24, 2006

( Soundguy - ..... my thinking evolved from 'I want to run it all at the the same time' to 'how can I run most effeciently without giving up necessities'. I prefer to generate only what power I need when I actually need it, rather than just leave a big genny running with a partial load. If you've ever been stuck feeding 5gals every 8hrs for a week you know what I mean. )

I used a 12.5kw pto genny thru florida's last hurricane season.. Intermittant use.. just running it every now and then to pump up water, cool the fridge/freezer, etc. Since I was running it off a tractor, fuel usage was up a bit.. Ironically, my 30 hp gas tractors consumed about the same $$ of fuel to run the genny as my big 72/95 hp diesels... so i deffinately wasn't looking to run that bad bow continously..

Soundguy

Soundguy · May 24, 2006

( Soundguy - ..... my thinking evolved from 'I want to run it all at the the same time' to 'how can I run most effeciently without giving up necessities'. I prefer to generate only what power I need when I actually need it, rather than just leave a big genny running with a partial load. If you've ever been stuck feeding 5gals every 8hrs for a week you know what I mean. )

I used a 12.5kw pto genny thru florida's last hurricane season.. Intermittant use.. just running it every now and then to pump up water, cool the fridge/freezer, etc. Since I was running it off a tractor, fuel usage was up a bit.. Ironically, my 30 hp gas tractors consumed about the same $$ of fuel to run the genny as my big 72/95 hp diesels... so i deffinately wasn't looking to run that bad bow continously..

Soundguy

CarlGlas · May 24, 2006

I have a 15KW gasoline powered generator with a 16 gallon fuel tank that has an estimated run time of 9 hours at 50% usage.

The diesel generator has a 3.3 gallon tank and an estimated run time of 12 hours. Now, as you know it always seems to be the most uncomfortable after a hurricane and even though the 15KW is capable of handling all of my electrical needs, the price of fuel makes it very expensive to generate electricty. Even though the price of diesel is almost as high as gasoline, this 6KW will handle everything else except the central AC unit at the same time so that's why I purchased a smaller window unit for the bedroom. At least I will be able to sleep somewhat comfortably until the mail-line stuff is restored and for a fraction of the cost.

CarlGlas · May 24, 2006

I have a 15KW gasoline powered generator with a 16 gallon fuel tank that has an estimated run time of 9 hours at 50% usage.

The diesel generator has a 3.3 gallon tank and an estimated run time of 12 hours. Now, as you know it always seems to be the most uncomfortable after a hurricane and even though the 15KW is capable of handling all of my electrical needs, the price of fuel makes it very expensive to generate electricty. Even though the price of diesel is almost as high as gasoline, this 6KW will handle everything else except the central AC unit at the same time so that's why I purchased a smaller window unit for the bedroom. At least I will be able to sleep somewhat comfortably until the mail-line stuff is restored and for a fraction of the cost.

Soundguy · May 25, 2006

( At least I will be able to sleep somewhat comfortably )

I'm not sure i could sleep with my genny running...wouldn't feel right..

Soundguy

Soundguy · May 25, 2006

( At least I will be able to sleep somewhat comfortably )

I'm not sure i could sleep with my genny running...wouldn't feel right..

Soundguy

dholly · May 25, 2006

Carl - It sounds like you got yourself a good deal too. I would prefer a diesel generator, but the 6kw surge on that one won't cut the mustard for me. Does that unit use Yanmar or China Diesel power? Who makes it?

dholly · May 25, 2006

Carl - It sounds like you got yourself a good deal too. I would prefer a diesel generator, but the 6kw surge on that one won't cut the mustard for me. Does that unit use Yanmar or China Diesel power? Who makes it?