Background and Identification 

The Ridgid Generator RD908000S was released in 2011 and has since been discontinued.

The generator is intended to power important machinery at a jobsite, but can also be used as a general-purpose portable generator.


Some of the Ridgid Generator RD908000S features include:

  • A 14 hp Subaru engine with keyed ignition
  • A battery-powered electric start
  • It comes with a 25-foot power cord
  • A removable control panel with an engine start/stop switch that allows you to start and stop this unit remotely.
  • The Gensmart monitoring system, displays usage, load, and routine maintenance reminders.
  • An armored heavy duty alternator with auto voltage regulation
  • Features a rugged roll cage frame design with zero gravity and wide never-flat tires.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Engine Type: Subaru, EX40 OHC

Bore x Stroke: 89 mm x 65 mm

Cooling system: Forced Air

Compression Ratio: 8:1:1

Starting System: Recoil & Electric

Ignition System: T.M.I.

Spark Plug: NGK BR6HS

Engine Lubricant Volume: 1.2 qt

Fuel Volume: 8 gal

Generator

Rated Voltage:120V/240V

Rated Amps: 66.7 A / 33.3A

Rated Output: 8,000 W

Maximum Output: 10,000 W

Rated Frequency: 60 Hz

Dimensions

Length: 31 in

Width: 30 in

Height: 27 in

Weight: 256 lbs

Electrical Information

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Additional Information 

++Ridgid Generator RD98000S user manual++: ******This user manual found on Ridgid’s customer support website provides useful safety precautions as well as various troubleshooting solutions, diagrams, and maintenance information.

Ridgid Generator RD908000s part list: This website provides an in-depth diagram on all of the parts that make up the machine as well as a full list of parts, some of which you can buy directly from their website.

Ridgid Forum: This is the Rigid forum page where specialists at Ridgid answer commonly asked questions to various products including the Ridgid RD98000S generator. You can also post your own questions to have answered by specialists.

RIDGID 8000 Watt Generator Youtube Video: The following video lists the features and practical use of the RIDGID 98000S generator.

Source Used for Technical Specification:

“PDF.” Ridgid Tool Company. ++https://manuals.ttigroupna.com/system/...