Generac Guardian Series 18kW Air-Cooled Home Standby Generator

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Description

Engineered as the #1 selling home standby generator, the Generac Guardian Series 18kW Air-Cooled Generator provides automatic backup power for residential emergency electrical systems through an aluminum-encased unit that connects to your existing fuel supply. Its innovative G-Force engine delivers reliable performance during household power outages with minimal maintenance, giving homeowners complete peace of mind for permanent use in their house.

Features

  • G-Force Purpose-Built Engine: Delivers superior reliability with pressure-lubricated design engineered for generator applications.
  • TruePower™ Technology: Ensures less than 5% harmonic distortion for safe operation of sensitive electronics.
  • Mobile Link WiFi: Allows remote monitoring via smartphone, tablet, or PC from anywhere.
  • Quiet-Test™ Self-Test Mode: Operates at lower RPM during tests, reducing noise and fuel consumption.
  • Evolution™ Controller: Features multilingual LCD display for battery monitoring and maintenance tracking.
  • RhinoCoat™ Enclosure: Corrosion-resistant aluminum housing withstands all weather conditions, ideal for natural gas system integration.
  • Built in the USA: Engineered and assembled in America using domestic and foreign parts.

Specifications

  • Fuel Type: Liquid Propane (LP) or Natural Gas (NG)
  • Cooling Type: Air Cooled
  • Maximum Watts (LP Gas): 18kW
  • Maximum Watts (NG): 17kW
  • Rated Voltage: 240
  • Total Harmonic Distortion: <5%
  • Engine Brand: Generac G-Force 800 Series
  • Engine Displacement: 816cc
  • Recommended Engine Oil Type: 10W-30 / SAE 30
  • Oil Capacity Including Filter: Approx. 2.2 qt. / 2.1 L
  • Fuel Consumption @ 1/2 Load NG cu. ft/hr: 169
  • Fuel Consumption @ Full Load NG cu. ft/hr: 247
  • Fuel Consumption @ 1/2 Load LP cu. ft/hr (gal./hr): 62 (1.70)
  • Fuel Consumption @ Full Load LP cu. ft/hr (gal./hr) 110 (3.02)
  • Quiet Test Mode: Yes
  • Decibel Rating at Exercise: 55dB(A)
  • Decibel Rating at Normal Operating Load: 65dB(A)
  • Total Harmonic Distortion: <5%
  • Enclosure Type: Aluminum
  • DIMENSIONS:
  • Length: 48 in
  • Width: 25 in
  • Height: 29 in
  • Unit Weight: 420 lbs
  • Mobile Link Wireless Connectivity: Yes
  • Battery Requirement (not included - sold separately): 12 Volts, Group 26R 540 CCA minimum or Group 35AGM 650 CCA minimum

Warranty

<p>Manufacturer's 5 Year Limited Warranty</p>
Best Rated
Generac Guardian Series 18kW Air-Cooled Home Standby Generator
Blain # 1486934 | Mfr # G00722610
Photo of Guardian Series 18kW Air-Cooled Home Standby Generator
Best Rated
Generac Guardian Series 18kW Air-Cooled Home Standby Generator
Blain # 1486934 | Mfr # G00722610
$ 5,279 00

Description

Engineered as the #1 selling home standby generator, the Generac Guardian Series 18kW Air-Cooled Generator provides automatic backup power for residential emergency electrical systems through an aluminum-encased unit that connects to your existing fuel supply. Its innovative G-Force engine delivers reliable performance during household power outages with minimal maintenance, giving homeowners complete peace of mind for permanent use in their house.

Features

  • G-Force Purpose-Built Engine: Delivers superior reliability with pressure-lubricated design engineered for generator applications.
  • TruePower™ Technology: Ensures less than 5% harmonic distortion for safe operation of sensitive electronics.
  • Mobile Link WiFi: Allows remote monitoring via smartphone, tablet, or PC from anywhere.
  • Quiet-Test™ Self-Test Mode: Operates at lower RPM during tests, reducing noise and fuel consumption.
  • Evolution™ Controller: Features multilingual LCD display for battery monitoring and maintenance tracking.
  • RhinoCoat™ Enclosure: Corrosion-resistant aluminum housing withstands all weather conditions, ideal for natural gas system integration.
  • Built in the USA: Engineered and assembled in America using domestic and foreign parts.

Specifications

  • Fuel Type: Liquid Propane (LP) or Natural Gas (NG)
  • Cooling Type: Air Cooled
  • Maximum Watts (LP Gas): 18kW
  • Maximum Watts (NG): 17kW
  • Rated Voltage: 240
  • Total Harmonic Distortion: <5%
  • Engine Brand: Generac G-Force 800 Series
  • Engine Displacement: 816cc
  • Recommended Engine Oil Type: 10W-30 / SAE 30
  • Oil Capacity Including Filter: Approx. 2.2 qt. / 2.1 L
  • Fuel Consumption @ 1/2 Load NG cu. ft/hr: 169
  • Fuel Consumption @ Full Load NG cu. ft/hr: 247
  • Fuel Consumption @ 1/2 Load LP cu. ft/hr (gal./hr): 62 (1.70)
  • Fuel Consumption @ Full Load LP cu. ft/hr (gal./hr) 110 (3.02)
  • Quiet Test Mode: Yes
  • Decibel Rating at Exercise: 55dB(A)
  • Decibel Rating at Normal Operating Load: 65dB(A)
  • Total Harmonic Distortion: <5%
  • Enclosure Type: Aluminum
  • DIMENSIONS:
  • Length: 48 in
  • Width: 25 in
  • Height: 29 in
  • Unit Weight: 420 lbs
  • Mobile Link Wireless Connectivity: Yes
  • Battery Requirement (not included - sold separately): 12 Volts, Group 26R 540 CCA minimum or Group 35AGM 650 CCA minimum

Warranty

<p>Manufacturer's 5 Year Limited Warranty</p>

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