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7678 - spec sheet
Prop 65 Warning
- Operating, servicing, and maintaining this equipment can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your equipment in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your equipment. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Certifications and Standards
- CSA Certified
- ETL Listed
- UL Listed
Features
- Heavy-duty, never-flat wheels allow for easy portability
- Hardened steel-tube cradle for added durability and strength
- Control panel features: (2) 120V 20A 5-20R duplex outlets, (1) 120V 30A L5-30R twist lock outlet, and hour meter
- Large-capacity steel fuel tank with incorporated fuel gauge provides durability and extended run times
- Fold-down handle for sturdy portability and compact storage
- Featuring generics power rush advanced technology which delivers more starting capacity allowing you to do more with less
- Low-oil level shutdown automatically safeguards engine from damage
- GP3600 212 PR 50 St.
- Generac's OHV engine with splash lubrication provides a long engine life
7678 - spec sheet
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Assembled Weight:
- 105 lbs
- Carb Compliant:
- Yes
- Color Finish:
- orange/black
- Contains Chemicals That Cause Birth Defects Calif Prop65 :
- No
- Country Of Origin:
- China
- Does Product Contain A Hazardous Material :
- No
- Does This Product Have A Warranty :
- Yes
- Does Your Product Contain Any Volatile Organic Compounds:
- No
- Engine Displacement:
- 212 cc
- Frame Material:
- steel
- Fuel Type:
- Gasoline
- Horsepower:
- 0 hp
- Low Oil Shut Down:
- Yes
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 3 year limited residential - 1 year limited comercial
- Portable Generator Starting Type:
- Pull
- Rated Wattage:
- 3600
- Restrictions:
- No
- Surged Wattage:
- 4500
- Type Of Generator:
- Conventional
- Voltage Rating:
- 120v
- Wheel Kit Included:
- Yes
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Other
- Product Subgroup:
- Miscellaneous
- Product Length:
- 24 in
- Product Height:
- 21.3 in
- Product Weight:
- 105 lbs
- Product Width:
- 22.5 in
Generac 7678 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) How many watts does the Generac GP3600 (model 7678) put out, and will it run a job site circular saw?
The GP3600 is rated at 3600 running watts with 4500 watts of surge. That surge headroom is what covers the inrush when a saw or compressor motor kicks on, so the practical limit is a tool whose running draw stays under 3600 watts. All the output is 120V, so there's no 240V leg for larger equipment.
2) Does the Generac 7678 GP3600 have a 240V outlet for a well pump or welder?
No. The GP3600 is a 120V-only machine. The panel carries two 120V 20A 5-20R duplex receptacles and one 120V 30A L5-30R twist lock. If you need 240V for a well pump, a welder, or a 4-wire transfer switch inlet, this isn't the unit.
3) Is the Generac GP3600 an inverter generator, and can I run laptops or test equipment off it?
It's a conventional generator, not an inverter. That means it's louder and its output isn't the clean sine wave an inverter unit produces. For power tools, lights, fans, pumps, and heaters it's fine. If you're running sensitive electronics directly, an inverter model is the better choice for that duty.
4) Can I sell or use the Generac 7678 generator in California?
Yes, the GP3600 is CARB compliant, so it's legal for sale and use in California and in the states that follow CARB emissions rules. It also carries a Prop 65 exposure warning covering engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates and lead, which is standard for gasoline equipment.
5) What outlet do I need for a 30 amp extension cord or a generator inlet box on the Generac 7678?
The 30A connection is an L5-30R twist lock, 120V. A 30 amp generator cord for this unit needs an L5-30P plug on the generator end. The other two receptacles are ordinary 5-20R 120V duplexes for standard cords.
6) Is the Generac GP3600 electric start or pull start?
Pull start only. The 212 cc OHV engine is recoil started, so there's no battery to maintain or replace, but there's also no key or push-button option on the 7678.
7) Can one person move the Generac 7678 generator around a job site or in and out of a truck?
It weighs 105 lbs and measures 24 x 22.5 x 21.3 inches, so it rolls easily on the included never-flat wheel kit and the fold-down handle, but lifting it into a truck bed is a two-person job or a ramp. The frame is steel tube, which is part of why it's in that weight class.
8) Is the Generac GP3600 UL listed for institutional or spec work?
The GP3600 is UL Listed, ETL Listed, and CSA Certified. That covers the listing requirements most facility and public-works specs put on portable gasoline generators, and the CSA certification means it's accepted in Canada as well.
9) What fuel does the Generac 7678 GP3600 take, and is there a propane or dual fuel version?
Gasoline only. The GP3600 has a steel fuel tank with a built-in fuel gauge, and there's no LP or dual-fuel conversion on this model. If you need propane, you want a dual fuel unit instead.
10) Does the Generac GP3600 shut itself off if it runs low on oil?
Yes, low-oil shutdown is built in and kills the engine before it damages itself. That matters on rental and fleet units where the operator isn't the owner. There's also an hour meter on the control panel so you can track service intervals rather than guessing.
11) What is the model and part number to order the Generac GP3600 portable generator?
Generac model 7678, the GP3600 in the GP Series. It's a single configuration, orange and black, so there are no finish or option choices to specify when you order.
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