Briggs and Stratton Q6500 Inverter Generator Review

Ian Mutuli
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Ian Mutuli

Ian Mutuli

Founder and Managing Editor of Archute. He is also a graduate architect from The University of Nairobi, Kenya.
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Briggs and Stratton is one of the oldest manufactures of generators and related products in America, a company which was started in 1908.

Generators that come with Briggs and Stratton brand include the residential, commercial, and the job site generators. Among those, Briggs And Stratton Q6500 is considered one of its landmark models.

It is a full-powered generator that has a steel built structure that enhances protection to internal parts as well as tackling noise and vibrations.


The generator is suitable for not only indoors but outdoors as well.

It’s quite powerful and can run a variety of appliances. Plus, it’s also quite light in weight and hence highly mobile.

So, without further ado, let’s have a look at features of this beauty in this Briggs and Stratton Q6500 Series Inverter Generator review:

Briggs and Stratton Q6500 Inverter Generator Specifications:

Engine

4 stroke OHV engine

Starts

Recoil Manual System

Materials

Metal, Steel open frame

Fuel

Gasoline

Runtime

14 hours on 25% load.

Tank

5 gallon.

Outlets

Two USB outlets, four 20V-20A GFCI-protected outlets and one 120V-240V-30A locking outlet (For RV).

Engine Displacement

306CC

Dimensions

25.53 X 21.12 X 21.43 inches

Warranty

2 years limited warranty

Brigg and Stratton Q6500 Inverter Generator Features:

  • Power Packed Engine: The Briggs And Stratton Q6500 features a powerful 4 cycle OHV engine with a displacement of 306 CC. This engine is well enclosed in steel frame to protect both internal and external parts, which at the same time; minimizes noise and vibrations.
  • Power: In Briggs And Stratton Q6500, you have a starting peak power of 6500 watts that can be used to start several large appliances such as fridges and microwaves. It also has a consistent running power of 5000 watts of electricity, which makes it preferred by homes and offices equally.
  • Start-Mechanism: It has a recoil system which may not be as simple or easy as the electric start system but is not very difficult either.
  • Operating Time: It a 5-gallon fuel tank which offers a runtime of 14 hours at 25% load. You can even run more appliances and sleep peacefully thanks to the excellent run-time offered by this beauty.
  • Noise: It is not exceedingly silent but also not overwhelmingly loud. At 25% load it is heard making a noise of 66 dB which is reasonable given the amount of power it handles.
  • Safety Features: The generator is fitted with a voltage regulator to assist in measuring voltage. It also has the circuit breakers for enhanced security. Furthermore, there is an oil shut off function that stops the engine operation in case the oil level is low. Such aspects make the unit safe and more dependable.

Briggs and Stratton Q6500 Inverter Generator: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS):

Q. What kind of appliances can I run with Briggs And Stratton Q6500?

Ans. You can run power-hungry appliances including washing machines, dryers, irons, LCDs, ACs, microwaves, etc.

Just make sure to keep the total consumption under 5000 watts.

Q. Can I increase power?

Ans. It is not possible to increase power as it does not have the parallel capability feature.

Q. Is carbon monoxide bad for health?

Ans. Yes, it is. Carbon monoxide can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning, which can be lethal. This is why you must keep a good distance (25 meters) from the unit while it’s operational. Moreover, do not keep plants or pets close to it.

Q. How will I know when to add fuel?

Ans. There’s a fuel meter attached on the unit that monitors the amount of fuel left in the tank. Keep an eye on it to gauge for fuel. This will keep you updated on when to add fuel so that the unit can keep running.

Conclusion

Briggs and Stratton Q6500 Inverter Generator is quite powerful with some kickass features. It might be a bit noisy and heavy but such issues are easy to deal with.

Get your hands on it if you need a powerful generator that’s safe and easy to use.

Ian Mutuli

About the author

Ian Mutuli

Founder and Managing Editor of Archute. He is also a graduate architect from The University of Nairobi, Kenya.
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