Blue Max 4,000 Watt 6.5 HP OHV Gas Powered Generator (Non-CARB Compliant) #3237

Blue Max 4,000 Watt 6.5 HP OHV Gas Powered Generator (Non-CARB Compliant) #3237
From Blue Max

List Price: $279.99
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Product Description

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


Product Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #107 in Home Improvement
  • Color: Blue
  • Brand: Blue Max
  • Model: GEN 4000

Features

  • 4,000 watt generator with a 6.5 horsepower OHV air-cooled motor
  • An excellent back-up generator for boats, RVs, power tools, and household use
  • Recoil starting system; 3.96 gallon fuel tank
  • EPA approved
  • This item is not for sale in California/Non CARB compliant

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Product Description



The 6.5 horsepower motor starts quickly with just a pull.


The JD4000's rugged frame and sturdy construction are designed to survive and perform.
Be Ready for Anything with a Generator from Blue Max Direct
The popular JD4000 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 JD4000 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 JD4000.

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

Warranty
This Blue Max Direct product was made in China by one of the top small engine manufacturers in that country. This generator is covered by a one-year warranty.

Be Prepared with Blue Max Direct
Blue Max Direct is a small, family-owned company with 10 years experience in the emergency preparedness field. By offering low-cost, efficient emergency generators, wheel kits, covers, lights, and more, Blue Max Direct helps you provide warmth and comfort during short term power outages. All of Blue Max Direct's are produced by the Jiangsu Jianghuai Engine Company. This exceptional company's history began in 1945, and quality and engineering have been the foundation of its success. With over 3,000 employees (150 engineers) in a 2.5 million square foot manufacturing campus, the Jiangsu Jianghuai Engine Company is an enterprise that is ranked in the top 500 companies in China. The Jiangsu Jianghuai engine company. LTD. manufactures over 1 million engines annually and is rated as one of the top exporters in the Chinese small engine industry.


Customer Reviews

Read the Reviews; they help...you won't spill oil5
I was pretty skeptical that mine would arrive damaged. I was very pleasantly surprised when it didn't have a scratch. Difference between giving those UPS guys a Christmas gift or not I guess:) Anyway, I did not have my flex funnel as suggested and it cost me a big oil pool on my driveway. I tipped the unit, filled it with oil, which it kept taking and taking until I noticed oil running from air cleaner box; dudes! I know stupid! So, as someone else said, leave it upright, flex funnel it, add about a quart, maybe less, if you flex funnel it you'll be able to tell when it overflows a little. Fill that byotch up with gas (add some Stabil) and it will start on the 2nd pull. I did have a little trouble with the choke lever. It didn't want to move and I had to get a screw driver and help the actual choke flange move with the lever the first couple times; then it loosened a little. All other dudes are correct. The instructions for the motor do not match what your looking at. If you've worked with small motors before you'll figure this on out quick. If your careful with the oil filling (not me, I was excited as kid on Christmas) you'll have no trouble with this unit provided it was delivered intact. My buddy and I rented a Honda from Home Depot during the last power outage (retail $1400.00) and it was about the same noise level as this unit at the same power rating. I don't know that the folks in a camp ground would like hearing it all night, but, it'll keep your fridge, sump and a couple lamps humming.

Overall, GREAT value. If your hesitating 'cause of negative reviews; so did I. I decided to take a chance because of the price and I am very happy with this generator. Perfect for a back-up to power outage. Just take care of it with Stabil and run it once in a while.

Another user recommended closing the fuel valve then removing the carb bowl screw and draining it, then replacing the screw for the next use to prevent the carb from "gunking" up. I recommend just closing the fuel valve while it's running and letting it go for the 5 minutes and it will stall after the carb is drained. That way you are not letting any dirt or dust into the carb bowl. The Stabil will keep it from "gunking".

Sounds like it's all up to the UPS man.

Good Luck Home(depot)Boys

Returned because of broken motor mounts3
I return this generator because of 3 reasons. 1. I've found the motor mount has broken. 2. The pictures in user's manual are not this generator. 3. It is just a 2600 Watt generator.

First pull!4
I am very pleased with this purchase. The generator arrived on time and without any damage. Once I attached the wheel kit, (a royal pain - not difficult but the instructions leave much to be desired), added oil and gas, the engine started on the first pull.