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- Generac #7951 RS8000E
- WEN GN9500
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| Specification | Generac #7951 RS8000E | WEN GN9500 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 8000 W | 7500 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 10000 W | 9500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 0 dB | Not available |
| Weight | 213.8 lbs | Winner: Winner: 194 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 10.5 h | 7.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 7.5 gal | 6 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 30 x 27.1 x 25.7 | 27.3 x 20.8 x 22.2 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120V / 240V |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | 12V |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | No |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 420 cc OHV 4-stroke | 4-stroke, OHV, Single Cylinder with Forced Air Cooling System |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Not available |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 8000 W | 7500 W |
| Starting watts | 10000 W | 9500 W |
| Running amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Running amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Run time @50% load | 10.5 h | 7.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | false |
| Compliance | EPA | Not available |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | Not available |
| UPC | 696471075823 | Not available |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 8000 | 7500 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 10000 | 9500 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10.5 | 7.5 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | Four 120V 15-amp outlets, RV-ready 120V 30-amp TT-30R outlet, NEMA L14-30R outlet |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | 4 Stroke, OHV, Single Cylinder with Forced Air Cooling System |
| Engine Displacement | 420 | 420 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30/ SAE30 | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10.5 | 7.5 |
| Outlets & connections | ||
| Transfer Switch Compatibility | Not available | Yes |
| Controls & display | ||
| Display Type | Not available | Digital readout |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | SecurityLow oil and overload protection | Not available |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | No | No |
| Included equipment | ||
| Mobility Components | Not available | Wheel and handle kit |
| Included Accessories | Oil, battery charger, extension cord, battery, and wheel kit | Not available |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Residential Warranty | 3 | 2 |
| Part Number | Not available | GN9500 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Generac RS8000E is a gasoline powered 8000 watt generator built for serious power demands. With 10000 watt starting capacity, this unit handles high draw appliances and tools simultaneously. Running a central air conditioner, refrigerator, sump pump, and several lights at once sits well within reach. For homeowners facing extended outages or contractors powering a full spread of tools on a job site, the RS8000E functions as a legitimate whole house or whole site backup solution. | The WEN GN9500 is a gasoline-powered generator with a rated wattage of 7500 and a peak wattage of 9500. It features a 4-stroke, OHV, single-cylinder engine and is RV-ready. |
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