100-Amp Indoor Automatic Transfer Switch w/ 16 Circuits Included •Pre-wired External Connection Box •30' Pre-Wired Conduit From Transfer Switch To Generator •2' Pre-Wired Conduit From Transfer Switch To Main Panel •Composite Mounting Pad
Emergency Standby Power Generator •Designed for homes •Runs off natural gas or LP fuel source
Whisper-Test™ low speed exercise mode •Reduces sound level from 66 to 60 d(B)A during weekly exercise
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4.8
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Jim Baugher, Product Expert Electric Generators Direct
Jim's Recommendation
After Hurricane Irene and the Halloween blizzard, finding a Home Standby generator was leading to long lead times and headaches. We were pretty happy to get our hands on this model from Generac.
Centurion is made by Generac and basically the same as a Guardian series, just with a different logo. Centurion can be found exclusively at Lowes and now this model at Power Equipment Direct.
This 16kW is a great size for people living in the Northeast or Midwest, where running your air conditioner is not a necessity. This 16kW comes with a 100 Amp automatic transfer switch with 16 circuits. 16 circuits should help you ride through the next storm comfortably.
With the way standby's are flying out our dock doors, I wouldn't hesitate on making this purchase.
January 28, 2012
Tony Oxford, MS
Great Product - Outstanding Service
The standby generator by Generac is my second one to purchase and everything is just as promised. A very good product for an excellent price. The service during the sale and delivery was exactly as advertised. For a service business, you guys certainly understand the importance of delivering all services just as promised. This is greatly appreciated in today's environment of most businesses not meeting expectations. You exceeded mine once again.
November 29, 2010
Louis South Bend, IN
Excellent Choice
I purchased this unit in September and had it professionally installed. The shipper used a dolly to place the unit just where I wanted it, so there was no worry about moving this heavy unit at the time of delivery.
The only problem during the installation was that the insulation on the top lid of the unit was too thick and interfered with the switch (the switch kept turning on and off). Removal of some excess insulation solved the problem. The unit runs in test mode for ten minutes each week and is relatively quite. It sounds like someone in the distance is using a leaf blower.
Also, the circuit breaker box is large and needs to be placed within two feet of your present box (the wire they include to connect the two units is only about two feet long). Finally, I called Generac (the maker of Centurion) about oil requirements (I am in South Bend, Indiana) the company said that they now recommend using synthetic 5W30 all year long, this differs from the recommendation in the manual
I purchased this unit in September and had it professionally installed. The shipper used a dolly to place the unit just where I wanted it, so there was no worry about moving this heavy unit at the time of delivery.
The only problem during the installation was that the insulation on the top lid of the unit was too thick and interfered with the switch (the switch kept turning on and off). Removal of some excess insulation solved the problem. The unit runs in test mode for ten minutes each week and is relatively quite. It sounds like someone in the distance is using a leaf blo... more
November 23, 2010
Joe Craigo Liberty, WV
Love My Generac
I live out in rural West Virginia. We have VERY BAD Service in regards to Power Outages.
I have only had my 16kw generator for a couple weeks and it has already been all I expected it to be.
Had NO problems with installation. I already had installed a Smart Switch disconnect so I did not use the supplied transfer switch.
All I need was the "battery" charger from it. All else was simple connections.
Unit works wonderfully and I would highly recommend it to anyone. It is even more quiet than I expected.
Again...I am very pleased!!!
September 12, 2010
Francis Lepkowski Clayton, DE
Still not hooked up
Generator arrived as promised, less than 2 weeks after ordering, price dropped $300.00 but I was not offered any refund. Email correspondence did state that I could return mine, purchase a new one at the lower price but I would have to pay the return shipping. Sounds quite lame, a simple refund maybe half would have made me a little happier.
Did not expect the expenses for hookup to be so much, new gas line and regulators are $1400, don't have the estimate for the electric yet. Some permits required, certain restrictions on placement.
No visible damage however lid is a little off making it difficult to lock on one side. One of four bolts holding generator to composite pad is loose and all attempts by self met with negative results. Apparently factory cross threaded the bolt/nut and it can't be corrected without raising entire unit for bottom access. Nearby authorized Generac service states they will come out and check it out when they find time, that time is still unknown.
Purchased the required 26R battery and attempted installation, impossible to insert without removing a black plastic piece at the intake area first than replacing it. Seems like that area could be a little racked, so close but no way. I do suppose it will be just fine however.
I must add that I am too far away for the 30 foot conduit, that is an added expense and I require approx 55 feet of gas line.
EGD RESPONDS: As we explained, the rebate is funded by Generac, and applies only to units shipped within a specific time period. We are sorry, but since your unit shipped before the rebate date Generac says it is not eligible.
There are 5 Generac warranty service locations within 10 miles of your zip code; we suggest calling to find one which may give you better service: Schagrin Gas 302-378-2000; CMI Electric 302-731-5556, Connected Power Systems 302-293-2339, Cahill Electric 302-378-9650, Pace Electric 302-376-1357, and CPR Electric 410-885-2760.
Should you need Generac's assistance, they can be reached (toll free) at (888) 436-3722.
Generator arrived as promised, less than 2 weeks after ordering, price dropped $300.00 but I was not offered any refund. Email correspondence did state that I could return mine, purchase a new one at the lower price but I would have to pay the return shipping. Sounds quite lame, a simple refund maybe half would have made me a little happier.
Did not expect the expenses for hookup to be so much, new gas line and regulators are $1400, don't have the estimate for the electric yet. Some permits required, certain restrictions on placement.
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