{"product_id":"senci-scd11000se-8-5kw-long-run-diesel-generator","title":"Senci SCD11000SE 8.5kW Long Run Diesel Generator","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8kW of diesel power and a 30-litre tank for long days and longer outages.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Senci SCD11000SE is a single-phase generator for homes with heavy demand, workshops and small commercial premises. It has 63A and 32A outlets, an ATS socket ready for automatic changeover, and a wheel kit so it isn't stuck where it's delivered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Authorised UK reseller   ✔ Free delivery to mainland UK   ✔ Prices include VAT   ✔ 1-year warranty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buyers choose the SCD11000SE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerious capacity.\u003c\/strong\u003e 8kW continuous and 8.5kW maximum on 230V single phase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong running.\u003c\/strong\u003e The 30-litre tank is quoted at up to 15 hours at 75% load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eATS socket.\u003c\/strong\u003e Ready to work with a Senci automatic transfer switch, so it can start itself in a power cut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery included.\u003c\/strong\u003e A 36Ah battery gives simple electric starting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtected as standard.\u003c\/strong\u003e AVR, a circuit breaker for overloads, and low-oil automatic shutdown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to position.\u003c\/strong\u003e Four wheels and handles, combining swivel wheels with never-flat wheels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it right for you?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e workshops, farms, small commercial units and larger homes needing dependable single-phase backup, and sites that can tolerate some noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLook elsewhere if:\u003c\/strong\u003e noise is a concern, because this is a working machine rather than a quiet one. For a quieter canopied diesel, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/hyundai-dhy12500se-11kw-silent-diesel-generator\"\u003eHyundai DHY12500SE\u003c\/a\u003e or our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/silent-and-canopied-generators\"\u003esilent and canopied generators\u003c\/a\u003e. If you have three-phase equipment, see our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/three-phase-generators\"\u003ethree-phase generators\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat will it run?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan around the 8kW continuous output, and have your actual load checked by an electrician. The 8.5kW maximum is for short bursts, such as a motor starting. A 32A socket supplies up to about 7.4kW, so use the 63A outlet for the full output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAppliance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical running watts\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFridge freezer (higher start-up draw)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150 to 300W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCentral heating pump and boiler electrics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 to 200W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLighting for a whole property\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 to 500W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicrowave (800W cooking power)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003earound 1,200W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKettle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,500 to 3,000W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompressor or welder (very high start-up draw)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCheck before buying\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectric shower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8,500W and up: too much for this generator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExample:\u003c\/strong\u003e fridge freezer 200W + boiler electrics 150W + lights 300W + TV and broadband 200W + kettle 3,000W + microwave 1,200W comes to about 5,050W, which leaves around 2,950W in hand. Check the rating plates on your own appliances, as figures vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConnecting it for standby\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis generator should be connected by a qualified electrician. Use a manual changeover switch, or a Senci automatic transfer switch with the ATS socket for automatic start. The ATS unit is not included. Either way, the generator and the mains must never be connected together, and it must never be fed through a socket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGetting it running\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a level, solid base outdoors with clear air around the canopy. At 205kg, keep to firm ground and use mechanical lifting to load it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 1.8 litres of 15W-40 or 10W-40 oil and check the level before the first start. Low-oil shutdown protects the engine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill with clean diesel and check that the battery is connected.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart it with no load attached and let it settle before plugging in or switching over.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFull specification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSenci SCD11000SE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCanopied long-run diesel generator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5kW \/ 8.5kVA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eContinuous output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.0kW \/ 8.0kVA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEngine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSenci SC688, Euro V, single cylinder, vertical, 4-stroke, air-cooled, 3000rpm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAlternator\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100% copper, AVR regulated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStart\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectric; 36Ah battery included; ATS socket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVoltage \/ phase\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e230V, single phase, 50Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOutlets\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x 230V 63A, 1 x 230V 32A, terminal connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProtection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCircuit breaker, low-oil shutdown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFuel tank\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 litres, diesel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRun time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 15 hours at 75% load\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNoise\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuoted at 73 to 75 dB(A) at 7m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOil\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8L, 15W-40 or 10W-40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWheels\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-inch swivel and 5-inch never-flat wheels, with handles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e205kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1030 x 600 x 820mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 year, subject to manufacturer's terms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it a quiet generator?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. It has a sound-reducing canopy, but it's quoted at 73 to 75 dB(A) at 7m, and buyers have reported it sounding louder than they expected. If low noise matters, choose a silent model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it start automatically in a power cut?\u003c\/strong\u003e Only with a Senci automatic transfer switch fitted, as that unit is not included. Ask us about the option that suits your installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it run a welder or compressor?\u003c\/strong\u003e Possibly, but they draw far more at start-up than when running. Send us the rating plate details and we'll check it first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot sure it's the right size?\u003c\/strong\u003e Send us your appliance list at \u003ca href=\"mailto:sales@generator-uk.co.uk\"\u003esales@generator-uk.co.uk\u003c\/a\u003e or call \u003ca href=\"tel:01744520110\"\u003e01744 520110\u003c\/a\u003e, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm, and we'll help you size it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSafety: run outdoors only, well away from doors and windows. 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