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Generac iQ3500 - 3000 Watt Ultra-Quiet Electric Start Portable Inverter Generator (CARB)

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iQ3500

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Model: iQ3500
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Required Accessories 9
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Features

Grade

Recreational

Style

Portable

Run Watts

3,000 Rated Watts

Surge Watts

3,500
Starting Watts

Fuel

Gasoline

Engine

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Generac iQ3500 - 3000 Watt Ultra-Quiet Electric Start Portable Inverter Generator (CARB)


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  • Generac iQ3500 - Ultra-Quiet Electric Start Portable Inverter Generator
  • Ideal for work or play, in a lightweight and compact package
  • PowerRush™ Technology*
  • Provides 50% + motor starting capacity
  • Easily powers most RV AC units up to 13,500 BTU
  • Ultra-Quiet - Advanced inverter technology
  • Fully-enclosed design for less noise
  • TruePower™ Technology
  • Provides clean power for power tools and electronics
  • Electric Start (Battery Included)
  • Makes starting the generator an easy task
  • 212cc Generac® 4-Stroke OHV Engine w/ Low Oil Shutoff
  • Designed for long life with safeguards in-place for peace of mind
  • PowerDial™ - All Controls, One Dial
  • Streamlines the start-up process; no separate run, fuel or choke
  • Intuitive design, makes it extremely easy to operate this generator
  • 2.6-Gallon Fuel Tank
  • Up to 8.9 hours of runtime @ 50% load
  • Economy Mode
  • Allows for reduced fuel consumption and quieter operation
  • Digital Smart LCD - Generator Status
  • Easily monitor watts, fuel level, run time remaining & hours
  • 30A (L5-30) Receptacle
  • Easily connect a 30A RV plug (Not Included) for your power needs
  • Parallel-Ready - iQ3500 Models Only (Sold Separately)
  • Increase your available power without having a larger & heavier model
  • (1) 1-AMP & (1) 2.1-AMP USB Outlets
  • Makes it easy to charge phones and tablets
  • *NOTE -Increases electrical current upon demand; above rated output
  • 3-Year Limited Residential & 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
NEMA 5-20R (Wall-Type)
NEMA L5-30R
USB
USB
iQ3500
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General Information
Product Category
Generator - Portable
Overview
Product Category
Generator - Portable
Weight
109.1 Pounds
CARB Compliant
Certification
CARB
Made in USA
No
Consumer Warranty
3 Years
Commercial Warranty
3 Years
Product Style
Portable Generator
Product Length
23.7 Inches
Product Width
18 Inches
Product Height
21.7 Inches
UPC
696471072600
Additional Model Numbers

7127, iQ3500

Product Specs
Voltage
120 Single-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Alternator
Inverter
Auto Voltage Regulation
Yes
Rated Watts
3000 Watts
Surge Watts
3500 Watts
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Rated Amps
25 Amps
Tank Size
2.6 Gallons
Run Time @ 50% Load
8.9 Hours
Fuel Gauge
Yes
Idle Control
Yes
Hour Meter
Yes
Battery
Included
Grade Type
Recreational
Low THD
Yes
Engine
Engine Brand
Generac
Starting System
12-Volt Button Start w/ Recoil
CC
212 CC
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
Yes
Plugs
NEMA 5-20R - Wall-Type
1
NEMA L5-30R
1
USB
2

Reviews

(34)
Generac iQ3500 Reviews & Ratings
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Iq3500
By Gregory H 
Florida
Purchased 10/10/2024 | 
Review Posted 11/02/2024 
Generator arrived on time in good condition. I added oil and a couple gallons of gas. Battery was dead so I pull started. Generator started on second pull. Pull starting is easier than my Honda 2200. Battery will not charge. Replaced the battery with the same as what my mower uses and mounted outside the generator. Electric start works good and the generator keeps the battery charged. Overall it seems to be very quiet and fuel efficient. Recommended.
Gregory H Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
Features
5/5
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Quality
4/5
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Performance
5/5
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Value
5/5
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Pros:
Easy To Use, Price
Cons:
None
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Always A Hiccup!
By Floyd W. 
Arkansas
Purchased 06/10/2024 | 
Review Posted 07/18/2024 
Nice generators but one of the two had a bad battery and would not charge. Warranty does not cover apparently even brand new.
Petty!
Floyd W. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
Features
3/5
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Quality
4/5
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Performance
4/5
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Value
4/5
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Pros:
Easy To Use
Cons:
None
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Poor Customer Service
By Steven M 
Texas
Purchased 09/04/2023 | 
Review Posted 09/26/2023 
Unit was broken right out of box. They would not send me another gave me numbers to call about getting it repaired. Been almost 4 weeks unit is still broken and people they recommend drag there feet on repair. I had to buy another generator to be able to run camper at deer camp while we wait for repairs. Highly recommend do not buy from here buy from a better source with good customer service.
Steven M Does Not Recommend This
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Expert Response
Very sorry you've experienced issues with your generator. Generac provides a 3-Year Warranty on this model and all warranty work is provided through a local servicing dealer.
Dale, the Power Equipment Expert
Dale V.
Power Equipment Expert
Rating Breakdown
Features
5/5
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Quality
1/5
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Performance
1/5
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Value
4/5
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Cons:
Heavy
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Good
By Mark W 
California
Review Posted 02/10/2023 
I have not had a chance to use the generator but it starts fine and is quiet. I inspect Generac generators for the Building Department as an inspector and everyone seems to love them.
Mark W Recommends This
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Manufacturer Response
Thank you for taking time out of your day to provide us with your valuable feedback. If you run into any questions, please give us a call at 888-436-3722!
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Rating Breakdown
Features
4/5
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Quality
5/5
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Performance
4/5
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Value
4/5
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Pros:
Easy To Use, Price, I'd Buy It Again
Cons:
Heavy
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Four Year Re-Review
By Eric Z. 
Texas
Review Posted 01/25/2023 
I wrote a pretty harsh review on this unit in April 2019 and at the time it was deserved. I brought it in for repairs, Generac had it fixed properly and I've been running this thing HARD ever since. Just keep the carbon burned off of the exhaust and change the oil properly and you should be good. No problems since the unit was returned to me and I came back to this site to look for another iq3500 and parallel kit and wheel kit as this is heavy.
Eric Z. Recommends This
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Manufacturer Response
Thank you for taking time out of your day to provide us with your valuable feedback. If you run into any questions, please give us a call at 888-436-3722!
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Rating Breakdown
Features
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
Cons:
Heavy
Verified Buyer
Verified Buyer
Great Generator
By Mark K 
Ohio
Review Posted 01/19/2023 
Works well for a lot less money than a Honda & very quiet. After a lot of research I have decided to run 4 cycle Trufuel in it. This a backup Generator for my house and I plan to check and start it once a month. I wish it had wheels, looks like I will have purchase a cart for it. Overall very happy with my purchase.
Mark K Recommends This
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Manufacturer Response
Thank you for taking time out of your day to provide us with your valuable feedback. If you run into any questions, please give us a call at 888-436-3722!
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Rating Breakdown
Features
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
Cons:
Heavy
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Doesn't Work
By Kyle 
Washington
Review Posted 12/01/2022 
Don’t buy this generic generator, terrible warranty and terrible customer service.
Kyle Does Not Recommend This
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Expert Response
Very sorry to hear you're having problems with your generator. Generac provides a 3-Year Warranty on this model. For warranty support, you'll want to contact a local Genearc service dealer. You can use the Generac Dealer Locator or contact Generac directly @ 888-436-3722
Dale, the Power Equipment Expert
Dale V.
Power Equipment Expert
Manufacturer Response
Thank you for the review, we appreciate your feedback. We recommend contacting our customer support team at 888-436-3722 as they will be better able to assist you.
Generac
Rating Breakdown
Features
1/5
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Quality
1/5
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Performance
1/5
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Value
1/5
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Cons:
Heavy, Expensive, Bad Instructions
Verified Buyer
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I Q 3500
By Edwin T 
Florida
Review Posted 11/15/2022 
Good company delivered on time, happy with the generator, easy to use, this generator is very quiet, will recommend the generator.
Edwin T Recommends This
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Manufacturer Response
Thank you for taking time out of your day to provide us with your valuable feedback. If you run into any questions, please give us a call at 888-436-3722!
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Rating Breakdown
Features
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, Features, Quiet
Cons:
None
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By Bill 
Tennessee
Review Posted 11/15/2022 
My second generac iq3500, best small generator you can buy. Got mine last week for emergency back up, this is a great company to do business with, always someone there to help, and free shipping was a plus.
Bill Recommends This
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Manufacturer Response
Thank you for taking time out of your day to provide us with your valuable feedback. If you run into any questions, please give us a call at 888-436-3722!
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Rating Breakdown
Features
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:
Heavy
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Generator
By Justin S 
Arizona
Review Posted 11/02/2022 
This generator is great. Very quiet, easy to start.
Justin S Recommends This
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Manufacturer Response
Thank you for taking time out of your day to provide us with your valuable feedback. If you run into any questions, please give us a call at 888-436-3722!
Generac
Rating Breakdown
Features
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
Cons:
Heavy

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