Generac 8935 Remote Generator Emergency Shutdown Kit 10-26kW Standby Generators
Generac Part 8935 is not a generator unit or a cold weather kit; it is a critical safety accessory known as the Remote Generator Emergency Shutdown Kit (or E-Stop Kit). This kit is designed to allow the generator to be manually shut down from a safe distance, fulfilling crucial safety requirements mandated by local authorities. An essential, code-required safety accessory that allows for the immediate, remote manual shutdown of a Generac air-cooled standby generator in an emergency, protecting personnel and property.
Features
Emergency E-Stop Capability:
- Allows the generator to be immediately shut down by pressing a remote button, which is essential during emergency situations like fire, flood, or gas leaks at the generator pad.
Safety Code Compliance:
- Meets the requirements of many local jurisdictions and the National Electrical Code (NEC) for providing an accessible, manual emergency shutdown means located away from the generating unit.
Remote Location Installation:
- The push-button switch can be installed in a safe, convenient location (typically near the main electrical panel or the Automatic Transfer Switch) so that first responders or homeowners can safely stop the unit.
Reliable Low-Voltage Operation:
- The kit includes the necessary relay and hardware to reliably transmit the shutdown signal via a low-voltage wire run between the remote button and the generator's control panel.
Wide Air-Cooled Compatibility:
- Designed for simple integration with a broad range of Generac Air-Cooled Standby Generators, including models from 10 kW up to the latest 28 kW units that utilize the digital controller (Evolution/Nexus).
Kit Contents:
- Typically includes the E-Stop push-button assembly (with protective enclosure), the relay, necessary wiring, and installation instructions.