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Blue Max GEN4000B 4,000 Watt 6.5 HP 4-Stroke OHV Gas Powered Generator
 
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Blue Max GEN4000B 4,000 Watt 6.5 HP 4-Stroke OHV Gas Powered Generator

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Blue Max GEN4000B 4,000 Watt 6.5 HP 4-Stroke OHV Gas Powered Generator + Blue Max GENWK4 Wheel Kit For 4000 Watt Generator + Classic Accessories 79537 Generator Cover, Large, Black
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Product Features

  • Engine: 6.5 HP OHV air cooled
  • AC Output: 120V, 4000W Peak
  • Starting System: Recoil
  • 3 year warranty on parts, 1 year warranty on labor
  • This item in Non-CARB Compliant/Not For Sale In California

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  • Shipping Weight: 101 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
  • Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
  • ASIN: B001IDZ7VU
  • Item model number: GEN4000B
  • Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,107 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Bestsellers in Patio, Lawn & Garden)

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    #6 in  Home Improvement > Outdoor Power & Lawn Equipment > Generators & Portable Power > Generators > Portable Generators

Product Description

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The 6.5 horsepower motor starts quickly with just a pull.


The GEN4000B's rugged frame and sturdy construction are designed to survive and perform.
Be Ready for Anything with a Generator from Blue Max Direct
The GEN4000B 4,000 watt generator from Blue Max Direct is serious insurance against a power outage. Whether your boat or RV needs a boost, or you live in a storm-prone area, this generator will keep the lights on and the heat running through almost any situation.

Tough, rugged, and long-running, the GEN4000B easily powers large appliances like refrigerators, freezers, ovens, and well-water pumps; and it's ideal for construction components, too. Saws and air compressors will function with smooth, reliable ease when they're powered by the GEN4000B.

Always remember to check the wattages listed on your tools or appliances before using this generator in conjunction with them.

Key Technical Specs:

  • DC Voltage: 12 volts at 8.3 amps
  • Fuel Tank Capacity: 3.96 Gallons
  • Starting System: Recoil
  • AC Output: 120 volts, 4000 watts (peak)
  • Engine: 6.5 horsepower OHV air-cooled
  • EPA approved

Product Description

Fuel Tank Capacity: 3.96 Gallons/ Starting System: Recoil/ AC Output: 12V, 4W Peak/ Engine: 6.5 HP OHV air cooled/

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38 of 38 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars It works like it should and it won't hurt your wallet., November 24, 2008
I received this generator via UPS today (I feel sorry for the UPS driver, it's heavy.)

I opened it and it was double-boxed (good start) and after opening box #2, out came my new generator. Keep in mind that this unit is a 2800 Watt generator with a 4000 watt max output - plenty to power most small homes' fridge, a few lights and a TV, but not your dryer or electric stove.

I filled the oil on the engine (lots of warning stickers about this) and put a gallon of gas in the tank. I turned on the gas petcock, flipped on the choke and pulled the starter - 3 pulls and it started and ran for smoothly for about an hour (until I shut it off.) I plugged several things into it while it was running (the voltage meter on it read a constant 110V) and everything seemed to run fine without the generator even showing a load - even my 2HP table saw motor didn't pull too much when starting.

This looks like typical Chinese-built hardware but it also appears to be well-made (especially for the money.) There's a pop-out filter in the fuel tank (a nice extra) and an accessory pack that includes two 110v plugs, a 220v 3-prong plug and a spark plug wrench. My manual and accessory pack were stuffed up under the gas tank and could have been easily overlooked.

The unit is fairly quiet (for a generator) and is tolerable for outside use. I borrowed a friend's US-made generator and it was much louder than this one is. With my home's door shut and it running just outside, you can't hear it running.

Unless you're equipped with a very strong back, I don't recommend you pick this up by yourself. You would do well to either have a good dolly or a wheel setup to move this around. I am going to use a dolly as I don't want it to be too easy to steal when I use it outside my home.

One last thought: typically you get what you pay for. This is a low-cost generator. I don't expect from it what I might expect from a US-made unit that costs twice as much. But I will say that with good maintenance, I expect it to last for several years. I gave it four stars instead of five since, while it's a good value, it's not built with the fit and finish of it's American competition.
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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Hurricane Gustav, December 15, 2008
By JPRouge (Baton Rouge) - See all my reviews
The Wednesday before Hurricane Gustav hit Baton Rouge I purchased the Blue Max GEN4000 (older version). I joined Amazon Prime and for $283 and change (the generator was on sale for $279) it was delivered to my home the next day. Gustav knocked out 99% of the electric in Baton Rouge. I powered a 5000btu window AC, a couple fans, a side by side refrigerator, three or four low wattage lights and a 19 inch portable TV with this unit 24hrs a day, for 8 days-5 hours. I changed the oil every 72 hours. Not a single problem and started on the first pull most of the time. It was quietier than other generators in my neighborhood and best of all burned just 5-1/2 gal of gas per day.
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Best Value with good performance, January 1, 2009
By Rott boy (Honolulu, HI) - See all my reviews
I have had this gas generator for a year and if you're considering a reliable home genset, give this unit some serious consideration. Prior to purchase, my research determined that the engine is manufactured in China under license from Honda. Item arrived with packing damage but the support cage around the product rendered enough protection. Once I added oil, it started after three pulls and has been doing so, reliably, for these past 12 months.
Strongly advise the purchase of the wheel kit which will definitely simplify transporting to various parts of your home.
My neighbor has a Honda 5500 watts and paid over $1,800. This unit has a great price with admirable performance.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars An economical choice
As I write this, the Blue Max generator has been running for four straight days since the high winds took out power for most of southern New Hampshire on Feb. 25, 2010. Read more
Published 10 days ago by Robert B. Jerard

5.0 out of 5 stars Get a Better Wheel Kit at Harbor Freight
Purchased this unit, unpacked it and found no defects as written in previous reviews. Purchased a wheel kit from HARBOR FREIGHT [...]. Read more
Published 1 month ago by ZERB

3.0 out of 5 stars Soft to run, hard to start
For the price I paid, it's OK, even taking in account that it's a Chinese product. Don't try to understand the manual, because it's been written by people who obviously don't have... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Pavel Gurchenko

4.0 out of 5 stars Great generator for the money
Very dependable generator. I use it to run two 500 watt halogen lights,and a coffee maker for early morning flea market set ups. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Steve Rogers

1.0 out of 5 stars I got a lemon and have to eat it!
I needed a generator as a back-up power supply in case of power outages at my home. I purchased a Blue Max 4000 several months ago, took it out of the box, and got it running. Read more
Published 4 months ago by J. Showalter

2.0 out of 5 stars blue max generator
This product was in good condition when it arrived. Only problem was there was no instruction book. Called Amazon and they gave me a phone number which nobody ever answers. Read more
Published 8 months ago by K. Oleary

1.0 out of 5 stars Cheap crap
Bought this item through amazon from Homier distributing. It didn't work when I got it. It started up just fine, just didn't put out any power, which is kinda why I bought it! Read more
Published 9 months ago by Michael S. Willms

4.0 out of 5 stars pretty quiet
I bought my blue max for $319 and it was delivered one day early. It was nicely packaged and came with the instruction book. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Tippy Tyler

4.0 out of 5 stars Avoid this generator-if you know what is good for you
I am very pleased with the mechanical aspects of this generator. Usually one pull is all it takes and the generator is off running. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Lee

4.0 out of 5 stars Blue Max 4000 Generator
Generator started on 2nd pull,runs smooth. Easy operation except for awkward oil reservoir. Recommend buying portable cart for transport
Published 11 months ago by Kevin M. Curthoys

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