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Generac XP8000E Generator Set

The Generac XP8000E is a 8 kW (10 kVA) prime generator set powered by a Generac OHVI engine. It is available at 120/240 V, 60 Hz and rated 33.3 A. It holds about 0.95 L (0.2 gal) of oil. The set measures 878.84×736.6×690.88 mm (34.6×29.0×27.2 in) and weighs about 84.37 kg (186 lb). An integrated tank holds 34.07 L (9.0 gal), roughly 12 hours of runtime. The same OHVI engine also powers generator sets from GP Series and Impact.

0.41 L
Displacement
0.946353 L
Oil capacity
4
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Specifications

Frequency60.0 Hz
Prime power8 kW
EmissionsCARB
Oil capacity0.946353 L
Voltage options120/240 V
Rated current33.3 A
Battery voltage12VDC V
Dimensions (L×W×H)878×736×690 mm
Dry weight84 kg
Fuel tank34.07 L
Tank runtime12 hr

Engine

Generac OHVI
Oil capacity0.946353 L
Displacement0.41 L
Rated speed3600 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Generac OHVI
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter find
Fuel filter find
Oil filter find
Belt find
Coolant
Oil1.5500 hr

Common questions

What engine does the Generac XP8000E use?

The Generac XP8000E is powered by the Generac OHVI engine.

What is the oil capacity of the Generac XP8000E?

The Generac OHVI engine in the Generac XP8000E has an oil capacity of 0.946353 liters.

Troubleshooting

8

Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
Engine is running, but no AC output is available.1. Circuit breaker is open. 2. Poor connection or defective cord set. 3. Connected device is bad. 4. Fault in generator. 5. GFCI trips the 20 Amp outlets.1. Reset circuit breaker. 2. Check and repair. 3. Connect another device that is in good condition. 4. Contact Authorized Service Facility. 5. Repair the 'short' and reset the GFCI.
Engine runs good but bogs down when loads are connected.1. Short circuit in a connected load. 2. Generator is overloaded. 3. Engine speed is too slow. 4. Shorted generator circuit.1. Disconnect shorted electrical load. 2. See 'Don't Overload the Generator'. 3. Contact Authorized Service Facility. 4. Contact Authorized Service Facility.
Engine will not crank.1. Battery weak or dead.1. Recharge or replace battery (see 'No Battery Charger DC output' at bottom of guide). 2. Start engine manually using recoil starter.
Engine will not start; or starts and runs rough.1. Fuel shut-off is OFF. 2. Dirty air cleaner. 3. Out of gasoline. 4. Stale gasoline. 5. Spark plug wire not connected to spark plug. 6. Bad spark plug. 7. Water in gasoline. 8. Over-choking. 9. Low oil level. 10. Excessive rich fuel mixture. 11. Intake valve stuck open or closed. 12. Engine has lost compression.1. Turn Fuel shut-off ON. 2. Clean or replace air cleaner. 3. Fill fuel tank. 4. Drain fuel tank and fill with fresh fuel. 5. Connect wire to spark plug. 6. Replace spark plug. 7. Drain fuel tank; fill with fresh fuel. 8. Put choke knob to No Choke position. 9. Fill crankcase to proper level. 10. Contact Authorized Service Facility. 11. Contact Authorized Service Facility. 12. Contact Authorized Service Facility.
Engine shuts down during operation.1. Out of gasoline. 2. Low oil level. 3. Fault in engine.1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Fill crankcase to proper level. 3. Contact Authorized Service Facility.
Engine lacks power.1. Load is too high. 2. Dirty air filter. 3. Engine needs to be serviced.1. See 'Don't Overload the Generator'. 2. Replace air filter. 3. Contact Authorized Service Facility.
Engine 'hunts' or falters.1. Choke is opened too soon. 2. Carburetor is running too rich or too lean.1. Move choke to halfway position until engine runs smoothly. 2. Contact Authorized Service Facility.
No Battery Charger DC output.1. Battery posts are corroded. 2. Battery cable is bad. 3. Battery is defective. 4. Receptacle is bad. 5. Battery Charger in-line fuse (1.5A) melted open.1. Clean battery posts. 2. Replace cable. 3. Check battery condition; replace if defective. 4. Contact Authorized Service Facility. 5. Replace fuse with identical 1.5A replacement fuse only (located inside control panel).

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.

Parts

31
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
005819-026R Wet Cell BatteryBattery Amazon eBay $238.00
0H1663Battery Type: Lead Acid (12VDC, 18AH)1Battery buy
338-4086Genset to Pump Actuator1Pump buy
338-4088For Oil Temperature Display from Sensor1Sensor buy
33800PUMP1Pump FridayParts $189.99
GT-530Engine Model No.Engine buy
005703-0Paint KitService part / kit Amazon eBay
005818-0Generator Model No.Service part / kit buy
005839-0Fascia Base Wrap KitService part / kit Amazon eBay
006004-0Scheduled Maintenance KitService part / kit Amazon eBay
006016-0240V Conversion KitService part / kit Amazon eBay
021127AService part / kit buy
32929GUARD1Service part / kit buy
33063BRACKET1Service part / kit buy
33193BLOCK1Service part / kit buy
33289GENERATOR1Service part / kit buy
33777KIT B1Service part / kit buy
338-4084Harness, Switch (P2) (Includes Parts Marked @)1Service part / kit buy
338-4085Genset to Battery1Service part / kit buy
338-4087Harness, Meter (Power Extension) (J7 & P8) (Includes Parts Marked ~)1Service part / kit buy
338-4089For AC Display from Genset1Service part / kit buy
33827SHOE4Service part / kit buy
33828RETAINER4Service part / kit buy
33829ARMATURE1Service part / kit buy
33830COIL1Service part / kit kuduparts $8.00
33831COIL1Service part / kit buy
33832COIL1Service part / kit kuduparts $14.00
33833COIL1Service part / kit buy
33834HOUSING1Service part / kit buy
34674BLOCK1Service part / kit buy
34934BLOCK1Service part / kit buy

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.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime0.64
Prime100%16.284.3
Standby0.73

Available documents

BrochureSpec sheetOwner's manualService manual