Generac 17 Kw Air-Cooled Standby Generator in Steel Enclosure - 5885

The NEW Steel Guardian 17 kW standby generator provides the quietest, cleanest and most affordable pre-wired, pre-packaged power protection on the market. For extra convenience, this model has a digital control panel, external main circuit breaker, system status LED, maintenance interval LED, and an external GFCI outlet for outdoor power needs. This model comes with steel enclosure.
Features

• Steel enclosure
• Convenient, hands-free operation no fueling, no manual start, no extension cords
• Runs on natural gas or liquid propane
• Clean, smooth power True Power technology provides safe operation of sensitive electronics
• Powerful Output
• Increased output for more protection
• Ultra quiet - features 1/3 the sound level of a portable generator
• Automatic weekly exercise ensures protective response
• Easy Installation
• Includes 30 ft., 5 ft. & 2 ft. pre-wired conduits, outdoor connection box, flexible fuel line pigtail and composite mounting pad
• Generac OHVI Industrial Engine
• Long life over 3,000 hours of run time
• The only air-cooled engine designed specifically for generators
• Long-run, long-life design: Over 3,000 hours of run time
• High-torque design - responds instantly to large electrical loads
• Low-maintenance - 2 year, 200 hour service intervals
• UL Listed for safety and certified power ratings
• California Air Standard Compliant

Engine Specifications

• Type of Engine: GENERAC OHVI V-TWIN
• Number of Cylinders: 2
• Rated Horsepower: 32 @ 3600 rpm
• Operating RPM: 3600
• Displacement: 992cc
• Ignition System: Solid-state w/Magneto
• Oil Capacity Including Filter: 1.7 Qts
• Natural Gas (cu.ft/hr) 1/2 Load Fuel Consumption: 183
• Natural Gas (cu.ft/hr) Full Load Fuel Consumption: 261
• Liquid Propane (ft3/hr (gal/hr) 1/2 Load Fuel Consumption: 59 (1.61)
• Liquid Propane (ft3/hr (gal/hr) Full Load Fuel Consumption: 94 (2.57)

Generator Specifications

• Rated Maximum Continuous Power Capacity (LP): 17,000 Watts
• Rated Maximum Continuous Power Capacity (NG): 16,000 Watts
• Rated Voltage: 120/140
• Rated Maximum Continuous Load Current for 120 Volt: 141.6 LP/133.3 NG
• Rated Maximum Continuous Load Current for 240 Volt: 70.8 LP/66.6 NG
• Surge Amps: 123
• Main Line Circuit Breaker: 60 Amp
• Compatible Transfer Switches: 100 Amp / 16 circuit
• Phase: 1
• Whisper Test: Yes
• Rated AC Frequency: 60 Hz
• Sound output in dB(A) at 23 ft. with generator operating at normal load: 66
• Sound output in dB(A) at 23 ft. with generator in Whisper-Test low speed exercise mode: 60
• Battery Requirement (not included): Group 26, 12 Volts and 525 Cold-cranking Amperes Minimum
• Weight: Steel: 445 lbs
• Overall Dimensions: 29" H x 25" W x 48" D

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Warranty

• Standard 2 year

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Compare all Air-Cooled Standby Generators from Guardian

Brand		Guardian
Model	5501	5502	5503	5504/5	5506
Rated Power(LPG/NG)	8/7 Kw	10/9 Kw	14/13 Kw	17/16 Kw	20/18 Kw
Voltage (Single Phase)	120/240V	120/240V	120/240V	120/240V	120/240V
Amps @ 120/240V LPG	66.6/33.3	83.3/41.6	116.6/58.3	141.6/70.8	166.6/83.3
Amps @ 120/240V NG	58.3/29.2	75/37.5	108.3/54.2	133.3/66.6	150/75
Engine/Alternator RPM	3600/3600	3600/3600	3600/3600	3600/3600	3600/3600
Engine	OHVI / 410cc	OHVI / 530cc	OHVI / 992cc	OHVI / 992cc	OHVI / 999cc
Fuel Consumption LPG cu ft/hr (gal/hr)	62 (1.68)	70 (1.93)	84 (2.30)	94 (2.57)	106 (2.90)
Fuel Consumption NG cu ft/hr	139	156	220	261	294
EPA/CARB Certified	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Whisper-Test Low Speed Mode	No	No	No	Yes	Yes
db(A) at exercise	62	63	66	60	60
db(A) at normal operating load	62	63	66	66	66
Automatic Transfer Switch	100 Amp	100 Amp	100 Amp	100