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Generac 5818
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Generac EcoGen Series 5818- 6kW Standby Generator for Off Grid Applications (LP)
Generac EcoGen Series 5818- 6kW Standby Generator for Off Grid Applications (LP)
Model: 5818
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Optional Accessories 10

Features

Grade

Emergency

Style

Standby (Air Cooled)

Run Watts

6,000 Rated Watts

Voltage

120 Single-Phase

Fuel

LP

Engine

Generac OHVI

  • The First Generator Intended For Alternative Energy Interaction
  • Designed to interact w/ off-grid renewable energy applications
  • Capable of tying into an inverter & battery storage system
  • MUST BE TIED INTO AN ALTERNATIVE ENERGY SOURCE
  • Generac OHVI Air-Cooled Engine
  • Maximizes engine "breathing" for increased fuel efficiency
  • Plateau honed cylinder walls & plasma-moly rings run cooler
  • Exclusive Premium Oil Recovery & Circulation System
  • Provides extended run capability, 500 hours between oil changes
  • Nexus™ Digital Controller Monitors & Controls All Functions
  • Provides system status - compatible with Nexus™ wireless monitors
  • Ultra Quiet, Low RPMs - Only 52 dB(A) Under Normal Load
  • Vertically mounted, belt-driven engine drives at 2600 RPMs
  • Longer life & drastically quieter operation than other systems
  • Weather Protective Steel Enclosure w/ RhinoCoat™ Finish System
  • Two-Wire Start - Easily Connect To The Inverter Control Wires
  • Automatically start/stop the generator for battery charging
  • Factory Wired 120V - Capable of 240V (Conv. Kit Sold Separately)
  • Accommodate 240V inverter systems or two systems paired
  • 3 Year/2000 Hour Limited Warranty (VOID if installed in CA)

Specifications

5818
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Overview
Weight
387 Pounds
Made in USA
Yes
Consumer Warranty
3 Years
Product Style
Standby Generator
Product Length
48 Inches
Product Width
25 Inches
Product Height
29 Inches
UPC
696471058185
Product Specs
Voltage
120 Single-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Rated Watts
6000 Watts
Surge Watts
6000 Watts
Fuel Type
LP
LP Power Capacity
6000 Watts
LP Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
0.82 gallons/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
1.47 gallons/hr
Rated Amps
50 Amps
Decibel Rating @ 7m Learn More
Decibel Rating @ 7m
Sound levels are measured in decibels (dB). The lower the decibel rating, the less noise the product makes. As an example, a ticking watch is 20 dB while on the other end of the scale, a lawn mower is around 90 dB.
52 dbA
Transfer Switch
Not Applicable
Battery
Not Included (525 CCA)
Enclosure
Steel
Mounting Pad
Composite (Included)
Cooling System
Air Cooled
UL Listed
Yes
Grade Type
Emergency
Engine
Engine Brand
Generac OHVI
CC
530 CC
Consumer Engine Warranty
3 Years
Engine RPM
2600 RPM
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
Yes

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