I just had it recently set up but have not used it yet due to no power outage. I really love the electric start which makes it so easy for me to start it up. It gives me the peace of mind to know I have something reliable when power finally does go out.

Great looking product, great features, and easy to set up and start first time.. Quiet little generator, as well.. ( And the color, is splendid..matches our Kubota Tractor ! ...Cannot wait for first storm to try it out !~ Great job, Generac ! ! !

Nowhere does Generac make it clear the RS8000E has a Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) rating greater than 3-5% and technically not suitable/safe for modern Home Electronics such as LED TVs, smart phone/computer charging or typically HVAC systems with electronic control boards. If you need an 8000W Generac portable generator for home backup FOR JUST A LITTLE MORE buy the Generac XT8000EFI or XT8500EFI instead which have “TruePower” technology for a THD rating <5%, which is safer for modern home electronics. I would not have purchased the RS8000E if Generac had clearly stated in the specs or on the box that is not ideal or truly safe for modern home electronics. Ask Generac for the THD rating of the RS8000E and all they can say is the THD is >5%, and confirm it’s not recommended for modern home electronics. It surprising, somewhat comical/sad, and inaccurate that on Generac’s own website if for portable generators you filter for “home backup” + “5,000-9,999 watts”, the results DO NOT include the XT8000EFI or XT8500EFI with TruePower, but rather the results list GP & RS series generators that DO NOT have “TruePower” and are not technically safe for modern home electronics. This is very confusing. Generac to update their filters and be more forthright with THD ratings and electronics safety/compatibility for their non-inverter based portable generators.

The generator was very easy to setup out of the box, with clear & concise instructions. Filling was easy as was connecting the ground wire. This is no small generator and has a lot of power, The pull start was easy to operate. It is not a quiet generator, by any means. So, it's not for going camping. We bought it to have as backup for the major appliances in our house. It has useful 220V connections as well as 110V.

I purchased this generator to run my house in-case of a power outage. It runs the 5 ton ac and everything else no problem. I did put a hard start kit on the ac but I dont think it was needed. We have four dogs so if the power goes out in the summer we have no place to take the dogs this gives us a piece of mind. My 7kw was good for the winter we have gas heating. Cant beat the price!!

These days, living in CA isn't what it used to be. With 4 two day plus power outages between 10/9 and 10/30, we needed a generator. We purchased a GP6500, model G0076830. What a gift during these days. It can keep my husbands medical equipment and our refrigerator and freezer charged, with as little as 2 hours a day!!! Thank you Generac and Calaveras Lumber for making these days easier.

Great quality for those times of need. Electric start is great for the wives and the whole machine is pretty manageable. Bought Generac for the reputation of quality and support. The gas tank could be designed better to deal with spills. Otherwise its a great generator.

I am a 65 yo woman who needed son to do initial set up before Hurricane Irene. After that I was able to service my generator myself. It ran window air conditioner, tv, computer and refrigerator and some lights, I am very pleased and recommend this product.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This generator is perfect, nice heavy duty with the ability to run gasoline, liquid propane or natural gas fuel source. It is easy to switch between settings. It is heavy but with the wheels is portable and easy to move. It definitely makes noise, but to be expected with the size of generator and it’s tolerable. Perfect for emergency/power outages, job sites/ tools and camping. Well worth the investment if looking for generator, especially with the tri fuel option!!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This generator is absolutely amazing! The quality is awsome and holds up great. The best thing I love about this generator is that it automatically monitors the co levels and shuts it down if it's too high. I have small children so this makes me feel so much better knowing that it's safe. Another thing that's great is it comes with the cord that you need for it. A lot of generators you have to buy that separate. Overall this is a really good generator to have. I recieved this as a sample and this is 100% my own opinion!