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Grade
Style
Run Watts
8,000 
Rated Watts
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Fuel
Engine
Grade
Emergency
Style
Standby (Air Cooled)
Run Watts
8,000
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Fuel
LP/Natural Gas
Engine
Kohler
Product Video Disclaimer: "PED is not responsible for any variances from the product in this video and the item you purchase. Please review all product specs prior to purchase."
Features
Features
- Kohler 8RESV Home Standby Generator
- Requires Kohler Automatic Transfer Switch (Sold Separately)
- Kohler SV620 597cc OHV Engine
- Powerful and reliable engine with hydraulic valve lifters
- Powerful Performance w/ PowerBoost™ Technology
- Greater motor-starting ability for large electrical loads
- Premium Power Quality (+/-1% Voltage Regulation)
- Protects sophisticated electronics with low distortion (<5%THD)
- Fast Response Time
- Kohler™ generators restore power in as little as 10 seconds
- New Silencer Reduces Sound Levels & Provides Quiet Operation
- Maintains neighborhood solitude - approx 72 dB(A) Max
- RDC2 Controller w/ 2-Line Backlit LCD Display - No Mor Codes
- Easily view ATS status via LED lights on controller
- Real time clock allows you to easily set weekly exercise
- Includes OnCue® Plus Generator Management System
- Built-in Ethernet card, no hardware needed for OnCue
- Bold New E-Coat Dipped Steel Enclosure
- Painted with a durable powder coat finish to minimize corrosion
- ***Not Compatible For Off-Grid Applications***
- Approved for stationary standby applications in locations served by a reliable utility source
- Premium Warranty - 5-year/2,000-Hour Limited Warranty
Specifications
Product Specs
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Rated Watts
8000 Watts
Surge Watts
8000 Watts
Fuel Type
LP/Natural Gas
NG Power Capacity
7000 Watts
LP Power Capacity
8000 Watts
NG Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
69 ft³/hr
NG Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
136 ft³/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
1.0 gallons/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
1.7 gallons/hr
Rated Amps
33.3 Amps
Decibel Rating @ 7m
Decibel Rating @ 7m
Sound levels are measured in decibels (dB). The lower the decibel rating, the less noise the product makes. As an example, a ticking watch is 20 dB while on the other end of the scale, a lawn mower is around 90 dB.
72
Transfer Switch
Automatic (Not Included)
Battery
Not Included (500 CCA)
Enclosure
Steel
A/C Ton Rating
4-Tons
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Grade Type
Emergency
Engine
Engine Brand
Kohler
CC
597 CC
Consumer Engine Warranty
5 Years
Commercial Engine Warranty
5 Years
Engine RPM
3600 RPM
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
Yes
Overview
Weight
378 Pounds
Made in USA
No
Consumer Warranty
5 Years
Commercial Warranty
5 Years
Product Style
Standby Generator
Product Length
30.6 Inches
Product Width
28 Inches
Product Height
32.4 Inches
UPC
650531173454
Grade
Style
Run Watts
8,000
Rated Watts
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Fuel
Engine
Grade
Emergency
Style
Standby (Air Cooled)
Run Watts
8,000
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Fuel
LP/Natural Gas
Engine
Kohler
Product Video Disclaimer: "PED is not responsible for any variances from the product in this video and the item you purchase. Please review all product specs prior to purchase."
Features
Features
- Kohler 8RESV Home Standby Generator
- Requires Kohler Automatic Transfer Switch (Sold Separately)
- Kohler SV620 597cc OHV Engine
- Powerful and reliable engine with hydraulic valve lifters
- Powerful Performance w/ PowerBoost™ Technology
- Greater motor-starting ability for large electrical loads
- Premium Power Quality (+/-1% Voltage Regulation)
- Protects sophisticated electronics with low distortion (<5%THD)
- Fast Response Time
- Kohler™ generators restore power in as little as 10 seconds
- New Silencer Reduces Sound Levels & Provides Quiet Operation
- Maintains neighborhood solitude - approx 72 dB(A) Max
- RDC2 Controller w/ 2-Line Backlit LCD Display - No Mor Codes
- Easily view ATS status via LED lights on controller
- Real time clock allows you to easily set weekly exercise
- Includes OnCue® Plus Generator Management System
- Built-in Ethernet card, no hardware needed for OnCue
- Bold New E-Coat Dipped Steel Enclosure
- Painted with a durable powder coat finish to minimize corrosion
- ***Not Compatible For Off-Grid Applications***
- Approved for stationary standby applications in locations served by a reliable utility source
- Premium Warranty - 5-year/2,000-Hour Limited Warranty
Specifications
Product Specs
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Rated Watts
8000 Watts
Surge Watts
8000 Watts
Fuel Type
LP/Natural Gas
NG Power Capacity
7000 Watts
LP Power Capacity
8000 Watts
NG Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
69 ft³/hr
NG Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
136 ft³/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
1.0 gallons/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
1.7 gallons/hr
Rated Amps
33.3 Amps
Decibel Rating @ 7m
Decibel Rating @ 7m
Sound levels are measured in decibels (dB). The lower the decibel rating, the less noise the product makes. As an example, a ticking watch is 20 dB while on the other end of the scale, a lawn mower is around 90 dB.
72
Transfer Switch
Automatic (Not Included)
Battery
Not Included (500 CCA)
Enclosure
Steel
A/C Ton Rating
4-Tons
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Grade Type
Emergency
Engine
Engine Brand
Kohler
CC
597 CC
Consumer Engine Warranty
5 Years
Commercial Engine Warranty
5 Years
Engine RPM
3600 RPM
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
Yes
Overview
Weight
378 Pounds
Made in USA
No
Consumer Warranty
5 Years
Commercial Warranty
5 Years
Product Style
Standby Generator
Product Length
30.6 Inches
Product Width
28 Inches
Product Height
32.4 Inches
UPC
650531173454
Product Specs
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Specifications
Product Specs
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Rated Watts
8000 Watts
Surge Watts
8000 Watts
Fuel Type
LP/Natural Gas
NG Power Capacity
7000 Watts
LP Power Capacity
8000 Watts
NG Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
69 ft³/hr
NG Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
136 ft³/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
1.0 gallons/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
1.7 gallons/hr
Rated Amps
33.3 Amps
Decibel Rating @ 7m
Decibel Rating @ 7m
Sound levels are measured in decibels (dB). The lower the decibel rating, the less noise the product makes. As an example, a ticking watch is 20 dB while on the other end of the scale, a lawn mower is around 90 dB.
72
Transfer Switch
Automatic (Not Included)
Battery
Not Included (500 CCA)
Enclosure
Steel
A/C Ton Rating
4-Tons
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Grade Type
Emergency
Engine
Engine Brand
Kohler
CC
597 CC
Consumer Engine Warranty
5 Years
Commercial Engine Warranty
5 Years
Engine RPM
3600 RPM
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
Yes
Overview
Weight
378 Pounds
Made in USA
No
Consumer Warranty
5 Years
Commercial Warranty
5 Years
Product Style
Standby Generator
Product Length
30.6 Inches
Product Width
28 Inches
Product Height
32.4 Inches
UPC
650531173454
Product Q&A
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Can this Kohler 8kW Home Standby generator be started remotely?
Kris
from Idaho
December 22, 2016
Answer
This unit is a standby generator only and will only power up when utility power is lost. The generator cannot be manually/remotely started.
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