Home
Eaton
Portable Generator
8kW
Eaton 8kW User Manual
5
of 1
of 1 rating
36 pages
Give review
Manual
Specs
To Next Page
To Next Page
Loading...
Owne
r
’s
M
a
nua
l
Automatic Standby Generator
This manual should remain with the unit.
Eaton Generator Support 1-800-975-8331
n
NOT INTENDED FOR USE IN CRITICAL
LIFE SUPPORT
APPLICA
TIONS.
n
ONL
Y
QUALIFIED ELECTRICIANS OR
CONTRACTORS SHOULD
A
TTEMPT
INST
ALLA
TION.
n
DEADL
Y
EXHAUST FUMES! OUTDOOR
INST
ALLA
TION ONL
Y!
LISTED
C
US
Home Standby Models:
8kW to 20kW
2
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Section 1 - Safety
5
General Safety
6
General Safety Hazards
6
Exhaust Hazards
7
Electrical Hazards
7
Fire Hazards
7
Explosion Hazards
7
Section 2 - General Information
9
The Generator
9
Protection Systems
10
Emission Information
11
Specifications
12
Accessories
13
Section 3 - Operation
15
Control Panel Interface
15
Using the Auto/Off/Manual Buttons
16
Interface Menu Displays
16
Automatic Transfer Operation
18
Turning the Generator off When Operating under Load
19
Manual Transfer Operation
19
Side Compartment
20
Alarm Response Procedures
21
Battery Charger
21
Setting the Exercise Timer
21
Section 4 - Maintenance
23
Performing Scheduled Maintenance
23
Service Schedule
23
Checking Engine Oil Level
24
Changing the Engine Air Cleaner
26
Spark Plugs
26
Valve Lash Adjustment
27
Battery Maintenance
28
Attention after Submersion
29
Corrosion Protection
29
Out of Service Procedure (Includes Removal and Return from Service)
29
Section 5 - Troubleshooting
31
Section 6 - Quick Reference Guide
33
5
Based on 1 rating
Ask a question
Give review
Questions and Answers:
Need help?
Do you have a question about the Eaton 8kW and is the answer not in the manual?
Ask a question
Eaton 8kW Specifications
General
Power Output
8 kW
Voltage
120/240 V
Frequency
60 Hz
Engine Displacement
420 cc
Rated Watts
8000 W
Phase
Single
Starting System
Electric Start
Outlets
1x 120/240V 30A