Genmax GM7250IEDC Inverter Generator Running a 5-TON AC

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Жыл бұрын

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Max. Power: (kW) 7.25(GAS.)/6.5(LPG)
Rated Power: (KW) 6.0(GAS). / 5.5 (LPG)
Engine Model: 180F/P-2
Stroke x Bore (mm): 80x62
Engine Type: 4-stroke
Displacement (cc) : 312
Gas Distribution Mode : OHV
Cooling Mode : Forced cooling
Rated Speed (RPM): 3600
Starting Method: Recoil start/Electrical start/Remote start
Fuel Tank Volume (gal): 3.6
Fuel Type and Grade: Vehicle-use unleaded gasoline
Lubricating Oil Capacity (gal): 0.21
Lubricating Oil Model: SAE 10W/30
Noise dB (at 7m)(25% load): 62
Rated Voltage (V): 120/240
Rated Frequency (Hz): 60
Rated Power Factor: 1
Phase Number: Single phase
Run Time @ 25% (h): 10
Fuel Consumption Rate: (25% load/L/h): 1.35
Fuel Consumption Rate: (100% loadYL/h): 3.3
LPG Consumption Rate: (25% loadykg/h): 0.75
LPG Consumption Rates: 100% load)(kg/h): 2.2
THD: 3%
Overall Dimension (in.): 24.0x18.5x21.1
Net Weight (Ib.): 144.6
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@originaLkomatoast Жыл бұрын

I was leaning towards the Genmax GM9000iED for home backup power because it was the most powerful dual fuel inverter generator with a 50 amp 240 volt outlet making whole house backup simple and easy. The only downside to that is you have all your eggs in one basket. If there's an unforeseen problem and it wont run you're SOL. The GM7250iEDC is a game changer. It's smaller and lighter than the 9000 and much easier to maneuver and the big plus is the 50 amp 240 volt outlet which makes it easy to parallel. Two of these would be ideal for backup power. You can run only one of them to save fuel until you need more power then fire up the second one. If one fails you still have power. Always have a backup plan.

@MrAwsomeshot 10 ай бұрын

I am liking this idea. I can't justify a $2200 outlay rightnow but realllllly am tired of being without a generator. I alreay had the 6-3 wire run and box installed with an interlock when I got my new panel put in. So I just need the gen now.

@mikeienuso1926 Жыл бұрын

Hi Gavin. (Teacher). GenMax $1699. GXS7100iRD AiPower Costco$1299 and when on sale $999. AiPower THD Less than 3. Cleaner Sine wave (power). Protect your router/laptop/phone/ computer, it’s 2 THD less than GenMax’s is 5THD. AiPower has a Drain tube on bottom of Carburetor, easy to keep fuel fresh. The oil drain has a tube to drain oil easily with less mess. The fill funnel they give you is a great design also. AiPower when it runs on Propane and it runs out, it AUTOMATICALLY switches over to gas giving more run time. Put another full LPG tank on it and it switches over to propane immediately. (Propane is their priority fuel) GenMax LPG 6500/5500 AiPower LPG 6400/5100 GenMax 7250 Gas 7250/6000 AiPower 7100 Gas 7100/5700 Parallel ready. 50amp and 30amp plug. GenMax only 50amp plug. 322cc engine vs GenMax 312cc. LED Display is beautiful and has a led light on panel to see in the dark. When you tested it you said it was very quiet, it is 100% I agree Gavin. You didn’t even overload it in your great video. Would love to see them compete against each other. AiPower GXS7100iRD The price of $400 to $700 LESS oh my goodness. Check Compare to each other before you buy. $400-$700 difference in price. I had to go with the AiPower 7100. Well made, heavy duty Machine. Gavin please please do a side by side comparison. You are the Generator Man #1. Continue to help us make a wise decision and save us money at the same time. All the best health to you, fans and Family. A very Grateful follower. Mike ienuso

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

Nicely stated two very close generator both in price and options on paper. The AI power really looks good. I will do the test running the exact same load and see if we get an overload light on the AI power

@mikeienuso1926 Жыл бұрын

Can you put your camera on your Sine Wave while turning on your A/C and let us know the Amps. it took while firing up. They say that when it switches from propane to Gasoline it stays at around 3THD’s. Even when it runs out of fuel it stays clean. I appreciate all you do. Can you try and do one more thing for me, get your Followers/Fans up to 1 Million Buddy!!! Talk/Text again soon. Enjoy your weekend. Mike ienuso

@acort10 7 күн бұрын

I just ordered the Genmax 7500 dual fuel electric start from Sam’s for $900 regular price. Looks like it’s the same running watts and has an additional 120V 30A plug. I’ll be using this as home back up for 1 fridge, 1 full size freezer, 75gal fish tank pump and light, tv, internet, fan, couple led lights and window unit 8-12k btu. Figuring out what A/C size I should get now. I can split my down stairs into 2 areas (living and kitchen or master)

@dcloud670 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the test

@Tom-In-Ga Жыл бұрын

Great video as always. Sorry for the short comment. Very busy today.

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

Thanks Tom

@LAP1050 Жыл бұрын

Gavin, thanks for another great video. That’s a nice Gen-set, quiet, smooth, my guess 🤔 it’s a great affordable alternative to Honda.

@shanew7361 Жыл бұрын

Good video, debating on whole house generator Kohler RCA20 or a Generac air cooled 20kw natrual gas. Any suggestions or preferences on brand? Suggest a soft start for my 5 ton AC?

@Glocktard Жыл бұрын

Those Micro Air easy starts are like magic. I just installed one on one of my 3 ton home units, it now starts at between 16.3 to 17.5 amps now after the learned starts. I’m so happy.

@sh839c Жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Soft start is necessary for that much of a load to start. Do you know when the higher power models will ship?.

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

As soon as you order it from me, I’ll get it to you usually within 3 to 5 days processing time

@busterhyman6633 Жыл бұрын

looked like you were pulling 15 amps on one leg and 24 on the other is that correct?

@jcallesano 5 ай бұрын

What magnetic dipstick fits this one. Just purchased one.

@0lloydb 6 ай бұрын

What are the differences between the sister machine Pulsar PGDA70BISCO which is also made by Dinking and the Genmax GM7250IEDC? The only differences I have noted so far are color, auto transfer switch plug, and 30 vs 50amp plug.

@GeneratorReviews 6 ай бұрын

The main difference is that the Genmax has a 50 amp plug and the Pulsar has a 30 amp

@bubbatime Жыл бұрын

Did you turn your water heater off in the breaker box? I would think in Florida you would turn your water heater off during a power outage.

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

Yes I would definitely turn the water heater off if it was electric but my water heater is gas

@laramie_1944 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing this test. Just got my Genmax 7250 today, thanks for your reviews and insights! Like this test, I’ll be using the 7250 to run a 3.5 ton a/c during an outage, and you just proved it can be done, even with a 5 ton a/c (with soft start). Gavin, did you have to convert the 7250 from bonded neutral to floating, since you have an interlock kit installed? If so, how did you do it? Do you have videos on the topic? Thanks again.

@GeneratorReviews 11 ай бұрын

No I didn’t convert this one. It still worked just fine and I think it will be just all right in a power outage situation.

@laramie_1944 11 ай бұрын

⁠@@GeneratorReviewsHi Gavin, I started my Genmax for the first time last week and so far so good. Let it run for 45 minutes with minimal load, hair dryer and a small soldering iron. Today, I started it again and was successful. Let it run for 30 minutes then turned it off. When I tried to restart it again, it only cranked for a sec. So I took a voltage reading from the battery and only got 8.5v. Why was that? I got it restarted using the pull cord, but that was also a struggle. At least 6-10 pulls before it started. And then I heard rattling noise that sounded like it was coming from the pull cord winder. I removed the battery and charged it with my kayak battery charger for 30 minutes with 13.5v afterwards. Reinstalled the battery and started the generator successfully. Why wasn’t the generator charging the battery? Please advise. Thanks Gavin.

@benhogan4149 Жыл бұрын

Hi Gavin, Any issues with this powering your house with the neutral bonded to the frame? I have a similar panel setup but am not sure if I need a generator with a floating neutral to work safely.

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

I haven’t seen any but I’ve heard of people saying that the gfi circuits can trip if it is bonded

@mega33 Жыл бұрын

Gavin, What about two 7250's in parallel to run a 5-ton and all the other household items? Thanks!

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

That would work great 👍🏾

@djspyder551 Жыл бұрын

Hey Gavin, watching your content, I finally had an interlock installed at my panel with a 50 amp inlet last fall. Anyhow, I haven't gotten a generator yet, and I know you have a soft start on your 5 ton a/c unit. I'm getting a lot of differing info on soft starts. Here's my question, I have a carrier 2.5 ton a/c unit. With the right size invertor generator, do I even need a soft start ? Thx as always

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

Yes you will benefit from the soft start especially when you have other loads on at the same time.

@mikeienuso1926 Жыл бұрын

Gavin that’s a great reply. So much easier on the Generator. Won’t have to work as hard. I would like to see it done using the AiPower GXS7100iRD so we can compare them. Especially that the AiPower is $400-$700 cheaper in price.

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

@@mikeienuso1926 Great idea I definitely will do this one next

@mikeienuso1926 Жыл бұрын

Your the best. Gavin Being that most of us don’t have a Sine Wave Monitor. Can you have that hooked up with your CAMERA “ON “THE MONITOR while you turn on your AC so we can see how the sine wave stays clean or varies. With GenMax less than 5 And AiPower less than 3. They are both very low yes. But you know what I mean, I’m sure you would prefer 3 over 5. Even when it switches over from Propane to Gasoline they say it still stays clean, even when it runs out of fuel. I’m not going to hold you to anything, but I would love to see these things done at your leisure Sir. All the best, Mike ienuso AiPower owner.

@rickbraden4272 Жыл бұрын

A soft start will absolutely reduce the stress on your generator every time it cycles. It will give you more wattage for other loads since the ac unit won't draw so much.

@Mrcram45 Жыл бұрын

Did you have to worry about grounding the generator if you are plugging the generator directly into the house via a transfer switch?

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

Grounding is a plus for lightning strikes, but the generators is already grounded through the grounding of your panel

@xuv5607 4 ай бұрын

The question is will it run 3 -15kw RV a/c units if they are turned on in a staggard sequence?

@GeneratorReviews 4 ай бұрын

I think it’s possible but two AC would work great, especially if you plan on using other appliances.

@0barnarb Жыл бұрын

Can you do a sound test on this one vs the new efi 4500

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

Yes I will do that once I receive one for testing

@tdfsu1 3 күн бұрын

I’ve got a 2.5T unit. I’m guessing the GM7250 should run that just fine? I’m currently running a generac 6500/5500 open frame, but I’ve never tried to run my HVAC unit on it.

@kev897 8 ай бұрын

Gavin just found this, looking for a remote start generator to connect to a renogy invertor charger solar panel system. Basically for the invertor charger to start a generator to charge the batteries if the solar panels are not getting enough sun to do the job. Would this do the job

@GeneratorReviews 8 ай бұрын

Yes, this will absolutely do the job. It has enough power to charge your batteries.

@tonykirkland9114 3 ай бұрын

I would like to know the sound difference between this one and a 5500 champion inverter

@tonykirkland9114 3 ай бұрын

I know what the meters say but tones is the things you cannot tell. The Genmax is a 4 stroke? If so it should have a much deeper sound?

@cgutowski471 8 ай бұрын

Gavin, I need a 240v generator in this range. The inverter has very mixed, mostly poor reviews in the last 5 months in 2023. What are your thoughts on reliability of the GM7250IEDC?

@GeneratorReviews 7 ай бұрын

Most of the comments are from brand new owners of generators. The first time they run into an issue all bets are off. I think this is a great 240v Generator especially for its price and size with a 50 amp plug. If you decide to run off, Gas, just make sure to drain the carburetor before storing it.

@henrythompson5624 Жыл бұрын

Hey Gavin do you think they will make this 7250 in tri fuel. Because if not ill going to buy this one today why its on sale what you think

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

I doubt that they will do that because it’s not a large enough size for whole home backup

@hoody2141 6 ай бұрын

Do you know how to convert the 7250 to a floating neutral? Ive only seen videos on the 9000 model

@GeneratorReviews 6 ай бұрын

Yes, I plan on converting one to show everybody. I will post the video soon.

@hoody2141 6 ай бұрын

@GeneratorReviews I'm currently working with genmax on finding the wire to remove. Sending pics, but I can only pull the front panel off by and inch or 2, and its hard to show them. Wish they would show me how to do it. Without doing this it's sending 240 to one leg, caused a bunch of problems!

@GeneratorReviews 6 ай бұрын

@@hoody2141 yeah, you gotta be careful you don’t wanna move the wrong wire, it shouldn’t be throwing 240v on one leg.

@hoody2141 6 ай бұрын

@GeneratorReviews genmax says it because of the bonded neutral, and that's why I'm getting wacky readings. They once I remove that white wire, which I don't know which one it is, I'll be good. I'm getting proper readings from the generator itself. Would happen to have a pic of the one that needs to be removed?

@user-kb8bb3gl7u 8 ай бұрын

Hey Gavin do you know the location for the low oil level sensor on this model 7250

@GeneratorReviews 8 ай бұрын

Remember on this generator, you have to fill the oil all the way up to the threads

@user-kb8bb3gl7u 7 ай бұрын

So you don’t know where the low oil level is on this junk , trust me it’s junk 30 years master. Ase auto technician trust me it’s junk period..@@GeneratorReviews

@user-kb8bb3gl7u 7 ай бұрын

Not 1 person knows where to tell me to look not the company not the fools in California at the so called service center not you unfortunately unbelievable @@GeneratorReviews

@moriorinvictus6522 Жыл бұрын

Was ur fridge connected also?

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

Fridge ceiling fan, lights, and one TV was connected

@donhgr Жыл бұрын

Hard to choose

@Hunnyy_Bear 10 ай бұрын

How do i calculate how many watts i need?

@GeneratorReviews 10 ай бұрын

First calculate your loads running watts that should tell you what size generator you need, you’ll need to calculate for 50% of your generators max output power.

@jcallesano 5 ай бұрын

Is that 5 ton compressor more than 5500 Watts? My electric hot water heater is 5500 watts alone

@GeneratorReviews 5 ай бұрын

Yes, that’s about exactly what the 5 ton AC compressor pulls when running

@jcallesano 5 ай бұрын

@GeneratorReviews can't decide on this one or the 9000. But don't want to overkill for no reason. But if I'm underpowered, I'd be disappointed

@TheFerggy13 5 ай бұрын

If it would power the AC will it power a furnace

@GeneratorReviews 5 ай бұрын

Yes that is correct 👍🏾

@JaromMcallister Жыл бұрын

What is your preferred name brand of Generator?

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

I would have to say GenMax they’re the only brand that’s pushing the envelope right now. Fuel injected compact generators and oil filter on the large generators.

@JaromMcallister Жыл бұрын

When I used to live off the grid I would run my Honda EU2200i until it was out of fuel. Does it hurt a fuel-injected engine to run out of fuel?

@felaxchow207 Жыл бұрын

@@JaromMcallister for my little bit of anecdotal evidence, I would treat it the same like a modern fuel injection vehicle. Store it with fresh fuel with your favorite fuel stabilizer of choice and exercise it for 15 to 20 minutes at least once a month. During tropical cyclone season in my neck of the woods, I do that at least twice a month and practice a full load power transfer drill while I’m doing the exercise test.

@Zaba... 10 ай бұрын

Mine dies after about an hour then only runs for 20 seconds on LP. Any ideas?

@GeneratorReviews 10 ай бұрын

Low oil levels is my guess

@Zaba... 10 ай бұрын

@@GeneratorReviews thanks for the reply! The dip stick looks happy, but I'll add a little more and see if the trend continues. I tried taking both side panels off tonight and it ran for over an hour without issue before I had to shut it down. However, restarting immediately it would NOT even attempt to turn over using the electric starter, but it did pull start.

@whitenas Жыл бұрын

Any sales or offers on this unit? thank you

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

Hey TC Contact me when you’re ready I will see how I can help you out

@whitenas Жыл бұрын

@@GeneratorReviews awesome thank you

@whitenas Жыл бұрын

@GeneratorReviews hello Gavin. Im ready to make purchase.

@Rockrewls Жыл бұрын

Great video seems like the genset did okay but make be overrated a bit.

@GeneratorReviews Жыл бұрын

Puts out it’s rated wattage, so I think it’s right on the money for the size and power and all the options that come with can’t beat it.

@Rockrewls Жыл бұрын

@@GeneratorReviewsOh I agree the options are excellent, but 100% at the load it was carrying was not its max running watts it was under 6000 watts yet showed 100% load on the video, I would be curious to see how it does with the 7200 watt heater the Honda rated at 5500 watts running ran that unit over its starting watt rating of 7000 watts. as well fuel economy vs the Honda running the same load and fuel vs running time.