Best price and very good delivery service. Ordered and delivered within 4 days.
I am very impressed with the product and service from this company.
February 12, 2010
Bob Moon Leicester, NC
Ready for the next Power Outage
After enduring our third outage in as many years, my wife was ready for a solution!
After doing my homework, I decided on the Generac 8000K because of the fuel usage to wattage ratio and because of the excellent reviews this unit had on multiple internet sites.
I paid less for it than I could have at my local Big Box Store. It was delivered to my door and placed inside my workshop!
After adding oil and gas and connecting the hot wire to the battery, I pulled the choke and pressed the start button. I anticipated a "grind-grind-grind-grind" sound then maybe a short fire up sound from the motor. I was surprised that almost the same instant that I touched the start button, the machine fired right up! It ran and purred like a kitten, well, a very LOUD kitten.
I was impressed with the LED lighting built into the machine, allowing me to easily see the plug holes for easy access on a dark night. I also purchased a cover, a 30 amp 25' cord, and a 30 amp receptacle box for the house. All items were 100% quality.
I did a dry run switchover of my house to the generator. Overwhelmed at the power this unit has! We have not had an outage yet, but when we do, we are READY.
I would not hesitate to do business with Electric Generator Direct! I am 110% satisfied!
After enduring our third outage in as many years, my wife was ready for a solution!
After doing my homework, I decided on the Generac 8000K because of the fuel usage to wattage ratio and because of the excellent reviews this unit had on multiple internet sites.
I paid less for it than I could have at my local Big Box Store. It was delivered to my door and placed inside my workshop!
After adding oil and gas and connecting the hot wire to the battery, I pulled the choke and pressed the start button. I anticipated a "grind-grind-grind-grind&... more
January 21, 2010
Shawn Thompson Fletcher, NC
Home Backup system
My wife and I added a back up power system to our home in early 2010. I searched the local hardware stores as well as online retailers for a top notch generator.
My research led me to Generac as they are built here in the USA in Wisconsin. I also knew we wanted a portable unit along with electric start in case my wife has to get it going in my absence.
I figured out my total wattage INCLUDING my electric 50 gal water heater and decided on the Generac XG8000E. The free speedy delivery from Generator Direct was awesome. I had the unit in about 3 days here in Western North Carolina. It was on a pallet and was in perfect condition.
I put the wheel kit on it, connected the battery, poured in the oil and it started right up. I also ordered the 10 circuit Reliance brand transfer switch. This took about 2 hours to install.
The hardest part was choosing which circuits to power. I actually turned everything in my house on, then started at the top of my main panel and went through turning off each circuit to find out exactly what was on it. That took the longest amount of time. Once this was done, the rest was easy.
The water heater took up 2 spaces in my switch because it's 240V. Once everything was wired, I was anxious to try it out, so I simulated a power outage by throwing the main panel disconnect. Per the instructions, I started my generator and let it warm a few minutes, then I connected my 25', 30 amp cord and started turning each circuit on the transfer switch to the GEN position.
This generator didn't flinch and the "power bar" LEDs showed 25% capacity. I then went into the house and turned everything on that we wanted on the generator: microwave, computer, 3 televisions, lamps, I even opened the refrigerator doors to make sure it was cycling.
I went back down to the basement to look at the meters on the transfer switch and it was only reading about 1900W. The generator was still at idle. So then I started the ultimate test. I went and opened the hot water faucet trying to get the hot water heater to come on.
Let me tell you, the generator nearly died when the heating elements came on. The power bar had all 4 LEDs burning and you could tell the generator was under load! It ran the water heater, but it was a struggle. Now I am planning a tankless water heater because my current water heater is just too much. I'm on city water, so I don't have to run a well pump. Plus this will free up 2 additional circuits.
The only reason I bought the 8000W unit was anticipating the water heater. Now I wish I would have bought the 6000W unit and saved some money as my total "backup" requirements are not going to be above 4-5KW. I guess having extra watt capacity is not a bad thing, but I worry about the fuel usage on extended runs.
So far I am very pleased with the quality and build of both the generator and the transfer switch. After my install I went to my local Northern store just to look at accessories and their selection and inventory was pitiful compared to Generators Direct.com.
EGD RESPONDS: Your money hasn't been wasted- your generator will last longer because you won't be running it at full load.
My wife and I added a back up power system to our home in early 2010. I searched the local hardware stores as well as online retailers for a top notch generator.
My research led me to Generac as they are built here in the USA in Wisconsin. I also knew we wanted a portable unit along with electric start in case my wife has to get it going in my absence.
I figured out my total wattage INCLUDING my electric 50 gal water heater and decided on the Generac XG8000E. The free speedy delivery from Generator Direct was awesome. I had the unit in about 3 days here in Weste... more
January 21, 2010
Charles Cantrell Hendersonville, NC
Made in the USA
I recently ordered this unit and I am happy with it. The unit is nicer really than described.
It had all the features listed but you must see it to believe it. I especially like the lighted outlet panel.
Assembly was very easy. My only fault with it at all was the fuel hose. I couldn't get it to start at first but after a brief look found that the fuel hose from the shut off valve to the fuel filter was cut too short and caused a kink. It was an easy repair but it did disappoint.
I shopped for a unit made in the USA because made in China has it problems, and I would like to think I helped save some American's job.
Overall it's a good value. Dealing with EGD was a very good experience. The price was great and free shipping was even better.
I recently ordered this unit and I am happy with it. The unit is nicer really than described.
It had all the features listed but you must see it to believe it. I especially like the lighted outlet panel.
Assembly was very easy. My only fault with it at all was the fuel hose. I couldn't get it to start at first but after a brief look found that the fuel hose from the shut off valve to the fuel filter was cut too short and caused a kink. It was an easy repair but it did disappoint.
I shopped for a unit made in the USA because made in China has it p... more
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