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Generac GP2500i - 2200 Watt Portable Inverter Generator w/ COsense® (CARB)

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8251

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$679.00
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Generac GP2500i - 2200 Watt Portable Inverter Generator w/ COsense® (CARB)
Generac GP2500i - 2200 Watt Portable Inverter Generator w/ COsense® (CARB)
Model: 8251
$679.00
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Features

Grade

Recreational

Style

Portable

Run Watts

2,200 Rated Watts

Surge Watts

2,500
Starting Watts

Fuel

Gasoline

Engine

Generac

  • Generac GP2500i - Residential Portable Inverter Generator
  • Great for a wide variety of activities from camping to appliance backup
  • COsense™ Technology - STOPS, ALERTS, SAVES
  • Protects against harmful carbon monoxide
  • Off / Run / Choke Knob
  • Intuitive design, makes it extremely easy to operate this generator
  • True Power™ Electrical Technology
  • Stable, clean power required by a variety of sensitive electronics, tools & appliances
  • Compact & Lightweight Engineering w/ Molded Case Handle
  • Weighs under 50lbs and allows for easy transportation & storage
  • 98cc Generac® 4-Stroke OHV Engine w/ Low Oil Protection
  • Designed for long life with safeguards in-place for peace of mind
  • 1-Gallon Fuel Tank
  • Up to 4.5 hours of runtime @ 50% load & up to 8 hours @ 25% load
  • Automatic Economy Mode
  • Idle control function allows for reduced fuel consumption and quieter operation
  • LED Generator Status Lights
  • Indicators for power, low oil and overload occurrences
  • Built-In 12V DC Outlet & USB Outlet
  • Makes it easy to power chargers, batteries and small electronic devices
  • Covered Outlet
  • Keeps dirt, debris and moisture from damaging outlets when not in use
  • Parallel-Ready - GP2500i Models Only (Sold Separately)
  • Increase your available power without having a larger & heavier model
  • 3-Year Limited Residential & 1-Year Limited Commercial Warranty
California residents see
Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including Carbon monoxide which is known to the State of California to cause Developmental Harm.
For more information go to: www.p65Warnings.ca.gov

Specifications

Plug Types
8.3-Amp DC
NEMA 5-20R (Wall-Type)
USB
8251
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General Information
Product Category
Generator - Portable
Overview
Product Category
Generator - Portable
Weight
48 Pounds
CARB Compliant
Yes
Certification
CARB
Made in USA
No
Consumer Warranty
3 Years
Commercial Warranty
1 Year
Product Style
Portable Generator
Product Length
19.7 Inches
Product Width
11.4 Inches
Product Height
17.9 Inches
UPC
096471099942
Product Specs
Voltage
120 Single-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Alternator
Inverter
Auto Voltage Regulation
Not Necessary
Rated Watts
2200 Watts
Surge Watts
2500 Watts
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Rated Amps
18.3 Amps
Tank Size
1 Gallon
Fuel Tank Material
Plastic
Fuel Gauge
No
Idle Control
Yes
Hour Meter
No
Voltage Meter
No
Grade Type
Recreational
CO Sensing
Yes
Low THD
Yes
Engine
Engine Brand
Generac
Starting System
Recoil Start
CC
98 CC
Consumer Engine Warranty
3 Years
Commercial Engine Warranty
1 Year
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
Yes
Plugs
8.3-Amp DC
1
NEMA 5-20R - Wall-Type
1
USB
1

Reviews

(3)
Generac 8251 Reviews & Ratings
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Good Portable For Power Outage
By Michael V 
California
Purchased 11/21/2024 | 
Review Posted 01/18/2025 
Have only used it a few times, but it's a nice combo of being light enough and having enough power to handle the refrigerator and other basics in a power outage. Definitely recommend. PED was great on delivering to CA w/ a good shipper. Got it after a friend had used it for an emergency generator after HI fires and said it did everything for the crew w/o a hitch. Good reco. Also, got a CA PGE rebate for it so that really helped too!
Michael V Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
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5/5
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Quality
5/5
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Performance
5/5
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Value
5/5
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Pros:
Easy To Use, Price, I'd Buy It Again, Easy To Store
Cons:
None
Best Investment Ever
By Urban Tactical Survival 
Indiana
Review Posted 10/27/2024 
Two weeks after getting the unit I had my first power outage in my neighborhood and I was the only one with power, people were wondering how was it that I had lights so I showed them my Generac Generator, and to say the least I had to sit outside my door with to guard the generator from being stolen, it is my best Investment yet.
Urban Tactical Survival Recommends This
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5/5
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Quality
5/5
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Performance
5/5
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Value
5/5
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Pros:
Easy To Use, Price, I'd Buy It Again, Easy To Store
Cons:
None
A Touch Heavier But Cheaper Than Honda
By CruisePaige 
Florida
Review Posted 01/07/2024 
I love this little workhorse.
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4/5
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4/5
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5/5
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5/5
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Pros:
Easy To Use, Price, Reliable
Cons:
Heavy

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