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Generac PowerPact™ 7kW Home Standby Generator System (50-Amp 8-Circuit ATS) w/ Pre-Wired Whip
Generac PowerPact™ 7kW Home Standby Generator System (50-Amp 8-Circuit ATS) w/ Pre-Wired Whip
Model: 6518
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Optional Accessories 10

Features

Grade

Emergency

Style

Standby (Air Cooled)

Run Watts

6,000 Rated Watts

Voltage

120/240 Single-Phase

Fuel

LP/Natural Gas

Engine

Generac

  • Fully Automatic Operation - Includes Automatic Transfer Switch
  • The most affordable standby generator system on the market
  • Generac OHV Air-Cooled Engine
  • Cast iron cylinder walls provides durability & long engine life
  • Revolving Field Alternator Design w/ Automatic Voltage Regulation
  • Operates 25% more efficiently than a revolving armature generator
  • Prevents damaging voltage spikes
  • Digital LED Controller
  • Provides system info without having to open the gen enclosure
  • Galvaneal Steel Enclosure & Composite Mounting Pad
  • Will not rust & is ideal for harsh and coastal installations
  • Enclosed Critical Grade Muffler
  • Provides quiet operation and provides added safety
  • Includes 8 Circuit Load Center Style Auto Transfer Switch (50A)
  • Pre-wired (30' from ATS to Gen & 2' from ATS to Main Panel)
  • Added Features
  • Manual/Auto/Off Switch & Seven Day Exerciser
  • Main Line Circuit Breaker & Timed Trickle Battery Charger
  • 3-Year Warranty - Listed to UL2200 Standard for Safety

Specifications

6518
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Overview
Weight
360 Pounds
Made in USA
Yes
Consumer Warranty
3 Years
Product Style
Standby Generator
Product Length
36 Inches
Product Width
27 Inches
Product Height
25 Inches
UPC
696471065183
Product Specs
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Rated Watts
6000 Watts
Surge Watts
7000 Watts
Fuel Type
LP/Natural Gas
NG Power Capacity
6000 Watts
LP Power Capacity
7000 Watts
NG Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
73 ft³/hr
NG Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
117 ft³/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
0.73 gallons/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
1.3 gallons/hr
Rated Amps
25 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.
69 dbA
Transfer Switch
Automatic (Included)
Transfer Switch Amperage
50-Amps
Enclosure
Composite
Transfer Switch Style
Pre-Wired (8-Circuit)
ATS Load Prioritizing
Not Compatible
ATS Load Shedding
Not Compatible
ATS Poles
2 Poles
ATS Service Disconnect
No
Cooling System
Air Cooled
UL Listed
Yes
Grade Type
Emergency
Engine
Engine Brand
Generac
CC
420 CC
Consumer Engine Warranty
3 Years
Engine RPM
3600 RPM
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
Yes
Transfer Switch Circuits
15A 120V
5
20A 120V
1
30A 240V
1

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