Specifications
| Fuel | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 60.0 Hz |
| Prime power | 8 kW |
| Voltage options | 120 V, 240 V |
| Phase | single |
Maintenance & consumables
| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oil filter | — | ||||
| Oil | 10W-30 / SAE 30 | — | |||
| Spark plug | — |
Recommended fluids
| Fluid | Grade | Standard | Ambient | Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil | 10W-30 | Oil will need to be purchased separately based upon the recommendations listed. | |||
| Engine oil | SAE 30 | Oil will need to be purchased separately based upon the recommendations listed. | |||
| Engine oil | Synthetic 5W-30 | Oil will need to be purchased separately based upon the recommendations listed. |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Voltage reconnection
| Voltage | Phase | Connection | Leads | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120/240 | Single | L14-30 (models 6852-6854) | 30 Amp inlet for 6852-6854; CS6377 inlet for 9854-9855 (50 Amp) |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Common questions
Is the Generac XT8000E diesel or gas?
The Generac XT8000E runs on gasoline.
What voltages is the Generac XT8000E available in?
The Generac XT8000E is offered in 120 V, 240 V, single-phase.
Troubleshooting
6Fault codes
| Code | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 2 | TPS Failure |
| 3 | Cylinder Temp. Failure |
| 4 | Air Temp. Failure |
| 5 | System Voltage Low |
| 6 | System Voltage High |
| 7 | Cylinder High Temp. |
Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing. Full Generac XT8000E troubleshooting guide (19 entries) →
Parts
5| Part # | Description | Qty | System | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 696471068528 | Transfer Switch Model 6852 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| 696471068535 | Transfer Switch Model 6853 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| 696471071481 | Transfer Switch Model 9854 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| 696471071498 | Transfer Switch Model 9855 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| 96471068542 | Transfer Switch Model 6854 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.
Available documents
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