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Features
Grade
Semi-Pro
Style
Portable
Run Watts
3,500 Rated Watts
Surge Watts
4,000
Starting Watts
Fuel
Gasoline
Engine
Honda iGX
- Honda iGX OHV Commercial Grade Engine
- Digital CDI ignition system provides improved ignition timing
- Integrated ECU with a self-tuning regulator/governor system
- Electric Start (Battery Included) w/ Recoil Back-Up
- Provides easy starting with the turn of a key
- iAVR (Intelligent Automatic Voltage Regulator)
- Provides up to 5000 watts for 10 seconds
- Ensures a consistent flow of power regardless of load
- Protection for sensitive equipment and reliable power for you
- Oil Alert® Warning System
- Shuts the engine down if oil reaches an unsafe operating level
- 20A 120/240V (L14-20R) Twist-Lock Receptacle***
- Allows for connection to a manual transfer switch (MTS)
- Allows for connection to a convenience cord
- Voltage Selector Switch - 120/240V Operation
- Gives you more usable power and added flexibility
- Low 61-63 dBA Sound Level
- Provides quiet operation during power outages
- Extended Run Time
- Runs about 16 hours @ 50% load, 10.1 hours at full load
- Added Features
- 12V DC Terminal Connections provide 100W (8.3A) of power
- Locking Handle, Wheel kit & Reinforced standing legs
- ***Note - Allows You To Get Maximum Power From Generator
- *^*Please Note - Not For Resale*^*
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, and Soots, tars, and mineral oils (untreated and mildly treated oils and used engine oils) which is known to the State of California to cause Cancer.
For more information go to: www.p65Warnings.ca.gov
Specifications
Plug Types
EM4000SX1
Overview
Assembly Required
Yes
Weight
201 Pounds
Certification
CARB
Made in USA
No
Consumer Warranty
3 Years
Commercial Warranty
3 Years
Product Style
Portable Generator
Product Length
41.1 Inches
Product Width
27.8 Inches
Product Height
30.4 Inches
UPC
786102005265
Additional Model Numbers
EM4000, EM4000SX1
Product Specs
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Auto Voltage Regulation
Yes
Rated Watts
3500 Watts
Surge Watts
4000 Watts
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Rated Amps
15 Amps
Portability Kit
Solid Rubber
Tank Size
6.2 Gallons
Run Time @ 50% Load
16 Hours
Fuel Tank Material
Metal
Fuel Gauge
Yes
Decibel Rating @ 7m
Decibel Rating @ 7m
Sound levels are measured in decibels (dB). The lower the decibel rating, the less noise the product makes. As an example, a ticking watch is 20 dB while on the other end of the scale, a lawn mower is around 90 dB.
63
Idle Control
Yes
Hour Meter
No
Voltage Meter
No
Lifting Eye
No
Neutral Type
Floating
Battery
Included
Grade Type
Semi-Pro
Engine
Engine Brand
Honda iGX
Starting System
12-Volt Key Start w/ Recoil
CC
270 CC
Consumer Engine Warranty
3 Years
Commercial Engine Warranty
3 Years
Engine RPM
3600 RPM
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
Yes
Cast Iron Sleeve
Yes
Plugs
NEMA 5-20R - GFCI
2
NEMA L14-20R
1
NEMA L5-30R
1
Reviews
(8)
Honda EM4000SX1 Reviews & Ratings
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Great Machine, But Not Perfect
By Greg T.
Gilbert, Arizona
Purchased 07/17/2019 |
Review Posted 08/09/2019
Its a Honda, expect the best. I hope this gets to Honda. For the price there should be an hour meter. When installing the right foot the back bolt was extremely difficult to install. the smog can is located to close. Easy fix, Honda should have caught this design problem.
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Rating Breakdown
4/5
5/5
5/5
4/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, I'd Buy It Again, High Quality, Quiet
Cons:
Expensive
Great Product and Dealer
By Logan H.
FERNANDINA BEACH, Florida
Purchased 07/06/2018 |
Review Posted 07/26/2018
I expected the unit to be very well made and to perform great. The only con for me is that, at this price point, an hour meter and amp meter would have been nice features. Of course I knew those were not included, so no surprise. Just kind of cheap for Honda not to include them with a $2000 generator. I was attracted to this generator by Honda's reputation for reliability and this particular generator's fuel economy. Time will tell, but the generator cranked right up, with the key and with the first pull of the rope starter. It is also much quieter than I expected. I am very happy with the purchase.
Logan H. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
4/5
5/5
5/5
4/5
Pros:
High Quality, I'd Buy It Again, Easy To Use, Quiet
Cons:
Expensive, No hour meter or Amp meter
Nice Honda Product
By Mindy P.
Mesa, Arizona
Purchased 04/12/2018 |
Review Posted 05/03/2018
Just as I expected. Works well to run my RV AC.
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
I'd Buy It Again, Quiet, Reliable
Cons:
Heavy
SKIP THE REST, BUY THE BEST!
By Henry V.
SIMI VALLEY, California
Purchased 11/22/2017 |
Review Posted 01/03/2018
Atfirst i steered away from Honda due to price. I purchased the harbor freight predator 3500 ($699.00 plus ca. tax). it shortly developed an engine miss fire. After that bad experience I decided to go all in for the Honda EM4000SX. it was delivered by LTL TRUCK lift gate to my curb. Unit was steel banded to its own full size pallet, which protected it further. Not a scratch even on the outer box. I unboxed it, added 1.2 qts. of 10w-30 full syn. valvoline, 2 ounces of lucas oil engine break in fluid, premium gas and stabil and connected the battery. Unit started right up and continues to run like a charm.
SIDE NOTE: THIS UNIT HAS AN ELECTRIC CHOKE AND AN INCLUDED MANUAL CHOKE LEVER. NOT ONLY DO I NOT HAVE TO USE THE MANUAL CHOKE, I CAN START THE UNIT COLD WITH THE ECO MODE SWITCH IN THE "ON" POSITION. (no way would the predator start with the eco switch on!). First oil change after 20 hr. break in: 1) NO ALUMINUM ENGINE OR BEARING PARTICLES AT ALL. 2) OIL CAME OUT ALMOST AS CLEAN AS IT WENT IN!. The EM4000 is a serious no bs contractor grade machine made for one purpose...to run!
You can buy cheaper generators, but how many times? i am 60 yrs old, judging by the spot on build quality if this generator, I fully expect this thing to outlast me! I asked P.E.D. a question by way of message on their site. Got an answer from them the very next morning. I placed my order and the unit was delivered when and as promised!
SIDE NOTE: THIS UNIT HAS AN ELECTRIC CHOKE AND AN INCLUDED MANUAL CHOKE LEVER. NOT ONLY DO I NOT HAVE TO USE THE MANUAL CHOKE, I CAN START THE UNIT COLD WITH THE ECO MODE SWITCH IN THE "ON" POSITION. (no way would the predator start with the eco switch on!). First oil change after 20 hr. break in: 1) NO ALUMINUM ENGINE OR BEARING PARTICLES AT ALL. 2) OIL CAME OUT ALMOST AS CLEAN AS IT WENT IN!. The EM4000 is a serious no bs contractor grade machine made for one purpose...to run!
You can buy cheaper generators, but how many times? i am 60 yrs old, judging by the spot on build quality if this generator, I fully expect this thing to outlast me! I asked P.E.D. a question by way of message on their site. Got an answer from them the very next morning. I placed my order and the unit was delivered when and as promised!
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, High Quality, Durable, I'd Buy It Again
Great Generator
By Jeffrey J.
Townsend, Tennessee
Purchased 10/15/2017 |
Review Posted 11/06/2017
I have always loved Honda products and the EM 4000 generator does not disappoint. The wheel kit and handles were easy to install. I added oil, gas and hooked up the battery and it started right up. I attached it to my home generator inlet and the power ran everything I had set up on my transfer switch panel. I was originally thinking of getting the EU3000 for the quiet running. The EM4000 is not as loud as I thought it would be so I am happy with that.
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
4/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, High Quality, I'd Buy It Again
Like The Honda EM4000 Generator
By Morgan S.
Bethany, Oklahoma
Purchased 01/08/2016 |
Review Posted 01/30/2016
Received my generator as scheduled. There was no shipping damage and the assembly was very easy. The handles fold up to help with storage space, and moving the unit was easy. Gasoline was added and unit fired right up with the electric starter. The manual pull starter worked as promised too. We are very pleased with the quiet operation which was much better than my previous unit.
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Quality Generator
By David G.
Port Orchard, Washington
Purchased 10/01/2015 |
Review Posted 10/22/2015
Received the EM4000 generator with lift gate delivery. Easy handle and wheel assembly. Wheel kit is stout. Filled with oil and fuel and fired right off. Warmed up before I put a 1500 watt load on. Motor was surging slightly for about 10 minutes. Was slightly concerned but figured it needed to break in. Came back a hour later and it was running smooth. Huge difference in noise decibels from my previous generator, brand doesn't matter. We needed to upgrade to electric start, wife couldn't start 8hp recoil.
David G. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
4/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, Quiet, High Quality, Easy To Store
Cons:
Expensive
Waiting For My First Use
By Jonathan
Maryland
Purchased 06/19/2012 |
Review Posted 07/17/2012
Purchased my generator to be ready for this summer, after 5 days with no electricity last year, courtesy of Hurricane Irene. It's all set up and ready to go whenever the power goes out. Nothing but good things to say about PED/EGD. Good website, great service. A shout out to Josh, who was very patient working with me to answer my questions and take my order over the phone.
Honda EM4000SX generator: it's everything I expected. Construction seems solid, easy starting, easy to understand controls. I was pleased to find the fuel shut off and sediment bowl, neither of which are mentioned on the site. My sole gripe is with the oil volume. The owner's manually just tells you "fill 'er up until the oil reaches the top of the hashed section on the dipstick" -- it gives no indication of roughly how much that should be. Ludicrous! (It's about 1 quart +/-)
08P57-Z25-500 cover: I like the reinforced wear section on the top and the strong elastic gather at the bottom. For the record, the cover does fit the EM4000 generators (as per the package and my experience), despite that model not being listed on the website's description.
Honda EM4000SX generator: it's everything I expected. Construction seems solid, easy starting, easy to understand controls. I was pleased to find the fuel shut off and sediment bowl, neither of which are mentioned on the site. My sole gripe is with the oil volume. The owner's manually just tells you "fill 'er up until the oil reaches the top of the hashed section on the dipstick" -- it gives no indication of roughly how much that should be. Ludicrous! (It's about 1 quart +/-)
08P57-Z25-500 cover: I like the reinforced wear section on the top and the strong elastic gather at the bottom. For the record, the cover does fit the EM4000 generators (as per the package and my experience), despite that model not being listed on the website's description.
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4/5
4/5
4/5
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