Energizer eZV8000 (Discontinued)
The Energizer eZV8000 is a powerful open frame inverter generator with a rated wattage of 6,500 W and a starting wattage of 8,000 W. (Read full specs)
This product has been discontinued. We've kept this page live for reference.
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Description
The Energizer eZV8000 is a fuel-efficient, portable inverter generator powered by a massive 420cc engine with class-leading inverter technology. This powerful generator produces 8,000 peak watts and 6,500 running watts of pure sine wave power, free of voltage spikes, making it safe to power and charge electronics.
Zoom on the Energizer eZV8000
In a nutshell, the Energizer eZV8000 is a powerful portable inverter generator mostly geared towards:
- Food truck owners who do not wish to see their business interrupted under any circumstances
- Homeowners in need of an emergency backup power for their essentials
- Professionals who want to ensure that a power failure will not prevent them from working
- RV travellers who wish to upgrade their experience to another level
In the sections ahead, the power characteristics, availability of various outlets, the portability, and any additional features of the device shall be discussed.
Power & Run Time
The Energizer eZV8000's core is the 420 cc OHV 4-stroke engine, which runs on gasoline. With an output of 120/240V, it provides a running wattage of 6,500W and a peak wattage of 8,000W.
With a noise rating of 76 dBA (less noisy than a shower), the inverter generator features a traditional recoil pull-start mechanism, but also a user-friendly and hassle-free electric starter (battery included).
Featuring a 5.5 gallons fuel tank, the eZV8000 provides continuous power for up to 15.5 hours on a full tank (fuel consumption around 0.35 GPH).
Thanks to its low <3% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD), the eZV8000 produces a clean sine wave output, making it safe for your sensitive electronics when utilizing the AC outlets.
Outlets
The control panel features the following 6 AC outlets:
With its 14-50R outlet, this Energizer unit is RV-ready for owners with a 50-amp service in their RVs. In addition, equipped with a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, the eZV8000 is engineered to be transfer switch ready, enabling simple hookup to your breaker box to provide backup power for your home during blackouts.
Portability
At L28 x W28 x H30 in, the standard open frame design of the Energizer eZV8000 delivers stability alongside easy maintenance access to components and good air cooling. The featured design is ideal for the outdoors and all tough environments.
While the generator is considered to be technically 'portable' (in the sense that you can move it), manually lifting and transporting it may be challenging, due to its high weight of 194 lbs. Nevertheless, the restricted maneuverability is counteracted by its set of wheels and its folding handle, enabling easy shifting once the generator is set in place.
Features
The eZV8000's control panel
The eZV8000's control center features a convenient meter showing you voltage, frequency and lifetime hours to aid you with the monitoring of its status and activity.
In addition to this info, several light indicators serve to show you when its oil levels are insufficient, the generator is overloaded and the generator is ready.
The built-in fuel gauge of the inverter generator ensures simple and quick gas level assessments.
Security-wise, this product benefits from an automatic low oil shut-off and an overload protection (circuit breaker), which gives you a complete peace of mind when using it.
Apart from the typical documentation and an owner's manual, which lets you start it right away, the Energizer eZV8000 also is packed along with the following accessories: funnel, tool kit and oil.
The Energizer eZV8000 versus other generators
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how some of the key specs of the Energizer eZV8000 compare to generators of similar power (between 6000 and 7000 W).
- With a dry weight of 194 lbs, the Energizer eZV8000 falls within the expected weight range for generators in the 6000 to 7000 rated wattage. If weight is your top priority, one of the champions in this power category is the Pulsar PGDA70BiSCO, weighing just 118 pounds.
- When stacked up against other devices of similar running wattage, this inverter generator's lowest possible noise rating of 76 dBA places it in the louder category. If noise emissions are important to you, one of the least noisy generators of this power range is the Powerhorse 7500i with only 55 dBA.
- Among its devices with similar power, the eZV8000 offers one of the higher run times, running for up to 15.5 hours at 25% load. If autonomy is your priority, one of the devices of a similar power output with the highest run time is the Westinghouse iGen8200TFc, reaching up to 17 hours.
- While run time is vital, it hinges on the fuel capacity. To grasp the full picture, we must also factor in fuel efficiency. This inverter generator can be considered as fuel-efficient, due to its low estimated fuel consumption of only 0.35 GPH (gallon per hour) at 25% load, within the aforementioned wattage range. If you wish to further improve in the area of fuel efficiency, the Westinghouse iGen8200TFc, which boasts with a gas consumption of only 0.23 GPH, may be the right generator for you.
The bottom line
- GFCI Outlets
- Electric start
- Inverter
- High run time
- Fuel efficient
- Decent weight (194 lbs)
- No remote start
- No parallel ports
- On the noisy side (76 dBA)
Do you own the Energizer eZV8000 and agree (or disagree) with these strengths and weaknesses?
Let us know and write your own review.
Features and Specifications
| Inverter | Yes |
|---|---|
| Parallel capable | No |
| RV ready | No |
| Fuel | Gasoline |
| Engine | 420 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Voltage | AC: 120/240V 60 Hz |
|---|---|
| Running watts | 6,500 W |
| Starting watts | 8,000 W |
| Running amps (@120/240V) | 54.2/27.1 amps |
| Peak amps (@120/240V) | 66.7/33.3 amps |
| Run time @50% load | Unknown |
| Run time @25% load | 15.5 h |
| GFCI outlets | Yes |
|---|---|
| Covered outlets | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Inverter |
| AC outlets |
|
| DC outlets | No |
| Data center | VFT |
| Indicators | Low oil, overload and output ready |
| Fuel tank | 5.5 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes |
| Weight | 194 lbs |
|---|---|
| Approx. dimensions (L x W x H) | 28 x 28 x 30 in |
| Noise (lower limit) | 76 dBA |
| THD | < 3% |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Low oil and overload protection |
| Spark arrestor | Yes |
| Neutral | Bonded to frame |
| Accessories included | Oil, funnel, tool kit, battery, and wheel kit |
| Other model numbers | INVEZV8000CD |
We've taken extra care to research and verify each of the specifications above. That said, occasional mistakes or omissions are still possible. If you spot any missing or inaccurate information, feel free to suggest a correction so we can address it.
About Energizer
Founded in 1896, Energizer Holdings, Inc. is most well known as an American battery manufacturer, namely of Energizer, Varta, Rayovac and Eveready batteries. However, throughout its history, Energizer has worked in many industries, including power generators. The Energizer Brands LLC’s, (a subsidiary of Energizer Holdings, Inc.) power generator selection includes mostly portable generators of both the conventional and inverter design. All Energizer generators are designed and supported in North America, while their production is outsourced overseas.
Warranty Information
The Energizer eZV8000 is covered under a warranty for up to 3 years. This warranty may be limited and may not cover all parts of the generator.
For more information about the warranty of Energizer generators, please contact the Energizer Customer Support: 1-877-528-3772.
Questions & Answers
What can it power?
| Item | Running Watts | Starting Watts | |
|---|---|---|---|
| At home | Sump pump (1/2 hp) | 1050 | 2150 |
| Furnace fan (1/2 hp) | 875 | 2350 | |
| Refrigerator (energy star) | 192 | 1192 | |
| Electric range | 2100 | 2100 | |
| Washing machine | 900 | 1650 | |
| Set of 5 LED light bulbs | 55 | 55 | |
| Cell phone charger | 20 | 20 | |
| Total | 5192 W | 6667 W | |
| For camping | Radiant heater | 1300 | 1300 |
| RV refrigerator | 180 | 600 | |
| Hair dryer | 1800 | 1900 | |
| Electric grill | 1650 | 1650 | |
| Satelite receiver | 250 | 250 | |
| Total | 5180 W | 5600 W | |
| For work | Table saw | 1800 | 4500 |
| Air compressor (1 hp) | 1600 | 6100 | |
| Bug zapper | 80 | 80 | |
| Total | 3480 W | 7980 W |
What does overload surcharge mean? (Asked November 18, 2021)
The Overload/Surcharge indicator lights up when the unit is overloaded, which means when you are drawing more than 6500W. It may also light up if there is a problem with connected appliances.
User Reviews
8Kw pure sine wave generator at this price is incredible.
I am a stickler for maintaining my equipment, so durability will come down to design issues. The subject of a future report.
Floating neutral. If you are connecting through a transfer switch that does not transfer the common, but stays connected to ground through the house panel, you are good to go. Please check with your licensed electrician for your system and local electrical code to be sure if your specific circumstances.
Purchased this unit for house backup via transfer switch. Looks like a great powerful generator. Looks well built and dosnt have any extra frills that aren’t needed. We’ll see how it runs and lasts long term.
One slight problem, I need to figure out how to float the neutral, have tried talking to several electricians, and they seem hesitant to deal with it. Midland Power did not help either as they refer you to an electrician.
So at this point I love the unit,but kinda stuck with to whole floating neutral (required for transfer switch) problem. Would really be useful if Midland would advise on it like many other manufacturers.
Previous reviewer said that floating neutral was simple, so I’d love to find out how he did that.
Great Canadian option. There are only a few large portable inverter generators in Canada. This is one of them. I’ve only used it once, but it powered my entire house during an outage. The gas tank is huge, it’s quiet enough for what it is, eco mode works well and it’s running as it should. Assembly was easy and floating the neutral was simple enough.
The price was reasonable, comparing it to other units. The build quality seems good. Reliability will be tested with time.
Pretty happy with it so far.