Powerhorse s8000id - 6000/8000W Dual Fuel Inverter Generator With Remote Start

In a nutshell, the Powerhorse s8000id is a portable inverter generator mostly geared towards:

• RV travellers who wish to upgrade their experience to another level
• People occasionally participating in outdoor fairs, festivals or events
• Food truck owners who want to ensure that their business is fully self-contained and does not rely on potentially unreliable external power
• Homeowners who want to be able to use the most necessary devices in their household, even during a blackout
• Tailgating and campground aficionados with the desire of enjoying power anywhere they go
• Professionals who want to ensure that a power failure will not prevent them from working

Over the following sections, you'll uncover its power characteristics, the selection of outlets it offers, its overall portability, and the supplementary features it includes.

Power & Run Time

Featuring dual-fuel technology, the Powerhorse s8000id provides 120/240V, and offers both power and versatility. Running on gasoline, it delivers a running wattage of 6,000W and a starting wattage of 8,000W. When propane-powered, it offers 5,400 running watts and 7,200 starting watts. Moreover, the parallel capability (parallel kit (opens in a new tab) not included) enables power output to increase when paired with another similar or compatible unit, providing increased energy capacity and versatility for a wide range of needs.

At a noise rating of 62 dBA (just slightly more noisy than an office), this inverter generator provides the choice between a traditional recoil pull-start mechanism or a straightforward and intuitive electric starter (battery included) for starting. Furthermore, for added convenience, the s8000id offers remote starting capabilities (key fob included).

In terms of running time, the s8000id, equipped with a 3.78 gallons fuel tank, is capable of running continuously for around 8 hours at 50% load on a full gasoline tank (with fuel consumption estimated at around 0.47 gallons per hour). When utilizing propane, it provides around 7 hours (estimation based on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 0.67 GPH) of operation.

Featuring a <3% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD), the s8000id delivers a clean sine wave, guaranteeing the safety of your sensitive electronics plugged into its AC outlets.

Outlets

The control panel features 4 AC outlets as follows:

Additionally, it offers 2 DC outlets: there's two 5V USB ports (USB-A) with which charging of electronics like mobile phones and tablets is made convenient.

Though it may not be labeled as 'RV Ready,' this Powerhorse generator offers the benefit of hassle-free RV connectivity through its L5-30R receptacle, allowing you to easily power your RV with the assistance of an L5-30P to TT-30R adaptor. Besides, since it boasts a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, the s8000id is engineered to be transfer switch ready, ensuring easy integration with your breaker box to provide backup power to your home during outages.

Portability

With an inverter generator design, the Powerhorse s8000id features a closed construction (L27.2 x W20.3 x H21.7 in), enhancing aesthetics and ensuring reduced noise levels, offering a distinct advantage over standard, open frame generators. The design follows the contemporary trends and is perfect for recreationally generating power.

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 135.7 lbs. However, the lack of maneuverability can be offset with its set of 2 wheels and its telecospic handle, which allows for convenient shifting once the generator is placed on the ground.

Features

The s8000id's control panel

The control panel of the s8000id is equipped with a convenient meter, providing voltage, frequency, and lifetime hours data, aiding in monitoring its status and activity. To offer you even more control and easy operation during nighttime, the panel is LED-lit.

In addition to this info, the device's light indicators will illuminate to indicate if the generator is on overload, the oil level is too low and the generator is ready.

With its built-in fuel gauge, the inverter generator provides quick and convenient gas level checks.

From a security point of view, the generator is equipped with an automatic low oil shut-off and an overload protection (circuit breaker), giving you a peace of mind during use.

It also includes a carbon monoxide sensor. This sensor is designed to monitor the level of carbon monoxide present during the generator's operation. If the generator is positioned incorrectly and carbon monoxide levels rise to an unsafe level, the generator will automatically shut down.

While the standard documentation and an owner's manual, helpful for starting the device promptly, come with the Powerhorse s8000id, the following accessories are also included: key fob and propane hose.