Honda EU7000iS 7000W Inverter Generator

Description

Honda EU7000iS 7,000 Watt Inverter Generator with 120/240 V Output

The EU7000iS is Honda’s largest inverter generator and the one that bridges the gap between quiet camping power and serious home backup. It produces 5,500 watts rated and 7,000 at peak at 120 or 240 volts, yet runs at just 52 to 58 dB(A). For homeowners who want home backup on a transfer switch without the clatter of an open frame, it is the model to compare against everything else.

GX390 with Fuel Injection

Power comes from a 389 cc GX390 with electronic fuel injection. Honda says EFI improves fuel economy, removes the choke and reduces the carburetor issues associated with stored fuel, which suits a machine that may sit for months between outages. Eco Throttle lets the 5.1 gallon tank last 16 hours at quarter load and 6.4 hours at rated load.

Home-Ready Panel

Two 20 A 120 V GFCI duplex outlets meet ETL and NEC standards, joined by 30 A 125 V and 30 A 125/250 V locking receptacles. A 120/240 V selector makes the whole output available on 120 volts. Electric start with recoil backup, a standard wheel kit and folding handles round out the package, and an i-Monitor display reports hours, wattage and engine speed with diagnostic readouts.

EU7000iS Specifications

• Output: 7,000 W maximum (58.3/29.1 A), 5,500 W rated (45.8/22.9 A)
• Engine: Honda GX390 EFI, 389 cc
• Run time: 6.4 to 16.0 hours on 5.1 gal
• Length: 47.2 in with handles out, 33.4 in folded; 263.2 lb dry
• Parallel: two units up to 14,000 W with optional kit
• Warranty: 3 years residential, 1 year commercial

App Control During an Outage

The My Generator app offers wireless start and stop over Bluetooth, along with output monitoring and service reminders, so the generator can be started from indoors once it is set up and fueled outside.

Exercise It Monthly

A standby-duty machine should be run under a modest load for a short session each month. It keeps the starting battery charged and confirms the transfer equipment works before a storm proves otherwise.

EU7000iS Versions and Alternatives

This EU7000ISNAN is the 49-state model; California buyers need the EU7000iSNAC. Owners who can tolerate more noise for less money should compare the open-frame EM6500SX.