Generac 6242 17/16 kW Air-Cooled Standby Generator, Steel Enclosure, 16 Circuit LC

Features & Benefits: Provides essential circuit power protection for your home, ensuring the necessities remain powered during an outage or up to whole house coverage when paired with one of Generac’s load shedding devices. Capable of backing up a five ton air conditioner.. Generac OHVI® Engine Your Guardian Series generator might have to get you through days—or weeks—without utility power. Its OHVI® engine, specifically designed for generator use, provides the reliability to power through the most severe outages. Evolution™ Controller The next generation of intuitive controllers featuring a multilingual, two-line LCD text display with color-coded, backlit buttons. Certified for 18" Installation to the Home Third-party certified to NFPA standards to be installed as close as 18” from the home’s exterior wall, provided it is located away from doors, windows, and fresh-air intakes, and unless otherwise directed by local codes. Easy Installation With an intelligent pre-wired transfer switch, re-engineered connection points, and composite mounting pad that eliminates the need for a poured concrete base (unless specified by local codes), the Guardian Series 8 kW generator is easy to install. Tool-less Fuel Conversion Switch between natural gas and LP fuel in the field in a few seconds, without the need for any tools. Rated for Operation in Areas with Low Natural Gas Pressure In areas with low natural gas pressure, the Guardian Series 20 kW generator can operate on natural gas pressures of only 3.5” of water column—significantly lower than published numbers for competitive standby generator systems. All-Weather Steel Enclosure Power Armor finish helps make the sturdy, Galvanneal steel enclosure perfect for all weather confitions. Quiet-Test™ Mode Thanks to Quiet-Test, your Guardian Series home standby generator runs its weekly self-test at a lower RPM. It’s quieter than other brands, and consumes less fuel. True Power™ Technology Best-in-class power quality with less than 5% total harmonic distortion means clean, smooth operation of your sensitive electronics and appliances. Mobile Link™ Compatible Take advantage of Generac’s Mobile Link cellular remote monitoring system and check on your generator’s status using your computer, tablet or smartphone, even when you are away. Sold separately. 24/7/365 Customer Support Power outages don’t always occur during normal working hours. That’s why Generac’s customer care call center provides support any time of day or night, all year long. Generac is standing by 24/7, every minute of every day, to answer your questions. Included In Bundle: 16-Circuit Transfer Switch By sizing your generator system according to your needs instead of your home’s square footage, you won’t overspend or be surprised by inadequate coverage. Many homeowners choose to cover only their essential circuits during a power outage. Pair a smaller generator with Generac's pre-wired switch for a simple, remarkably economical system that will keep your basics powered during an emergency. Includes: True Power™ Electrical Technology Two Line LCD Multilingual Dig