Fully Automatic Operation When Paired With Nexus Smart Switch™
Generac OHVI Air-Cooled Engine •Features plateau honed cylinder walls and plasma-moly rings •Full pressure lubrication system w/ 2 year oil change interval •Aids in cooling the engine for longer life
Operates On Clean Burning, Efficient Natural Gas or LP (Vapor)
Skewed Rotor Design For Smooth Output Waveform "Clean Power" •Automatic voltage regulator equipped for +/- 1% regulation
Nexus™ Digital Controller Monitors & Controls All Functions •Provides system status - compatible with Nexus™ wireless monitors
Sound Attenuated Weather Proof Enclosure •Attractive styling with lockable access doors •Incorporates electrostatically applied epoxy paint technology •Sound dampening enclosure limits sound pressure to a low 66dB(A) •1' flexible fuel line and DVD manual included
Built-in Battery Charger (Battery Sold Separately)
Automatic Transfer Switch - ATS (Sold Separately) •Customize your system based on your actual application •Select the ideal ATS & DLM™ modules for load shed capabilities
Listed to UL2200 Engine/Generator Standard for Safety
Q: Can you tell me how many inches of water pressure we need for the 183cubic feet per hour. Aslo, what diameter pipe would be required for a 30 foot run? by Paul Reale, P.E. from Georgia on March 25, 2012
A: 5 to 7 inches of water column for natural gas and per the manufacturers recommendations on a 30 ft run with a 17kW generator you would need to use a 1 inch pipe which has a maximum distance of 40 ft.
If you need to go any farther then you must step-up to a 1-1/4 inch pipe which has a maximum distance of 190 ft.
Q: Jim I have a 100 amp Pre-Nexus service rated transfer switch. Can I use this with a nexus generator? Ive heard there is some special wiring for the battery charger to work by Mike Noonan from Michigan on April 18, 2011
A: There is a special kit that needs to be added to the switch to accept the 120V connection which provides the power to the internal generator controller for the charger. These kits are available from your local Generac dealer - Part Number: 0H93030SRV.
Q: How far does a generator has to be from my house? by Jim from Massachusetts on February 04, 2011
A: The manufacturer recommends the back side of the unit to be set no less then 18 inches from any non-combustible surface and the sides of the unit need at least 36 inches for proper intake and exhaust.
Note: It is recommended to check with your city, county and state codes as they may differ from the manufacturers recommendations.
Q: What kind of oil comes in the generator, and when it is time to change it? Can I run Mobile 1 Synthetic 5W30 year round in central Oklahoma? by Ron Hopper from Oklahoma on January 24, 2011
A: The Generac standby generators are shipped with 5W30 oil in them and Generac does give the option to use 5W30 Synthetic in needed. The owner's manual covers all oil options and temperature ranges. Oil changes are determined by use and maintenance is also covered in the manual.
Q: Can this generator be anchored to the slab? If so, can you provide an anchor bolt layout by Gregg Deemer from Texas on January 21, 2011
A: Generac's model 5885, as with all of their standby generators, are anchored to the pallet at all 4 corners with special anchors which can be used to anchor the unit directly to your concrete base using concrete bolts. by Jim, Product Expert
Overall Rating
4.9
(Based on 7 Reviews)
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August 23, 2012
Douglas D. Palestine, TX
Lightning Struck
After almost one year, I finally got to see my Generac work.
I had a direct hit by lightning, which knocked out my Generac display panel. I got it repaired and about a month later lightning struck again.
This time the Generac took over and worked flawlessly. The power stayed out for over two hours, but I was only out of electricity for 10 seconds. I have the 17kw. that I would recommend to anyone.
My good friend and I bought ours about the same time. He loves his also.
July 22, 2012
Thom Allentown, PA
Wireless Install
This wireless controller is outstanding. Thew one thing that messed me up during install is that I could not find the plug end on the main board to connect the plug end to. It is covered with a decal that you have to peel off first. Had I know that, it could have been installed without taking a lot of things a part. This works great and it allows you to take control of the unit without going outside! Great Idea!!
April 21, 2012
Mountain Beer Man
Works Great In The Mountains & Paid For Itself Already
Installed it myself after figuring out where to place the ATS. We live above 9,000 feet and have winter 6..9 months out of the year, with wind chills of -50.
Bought a battery heater blanket and a thermo plug and hooked that up to a dusk-to-dawn outlet. Always starts for weekly maintenance exercise and when power goes out (wind knocking out power lines). The power went out when we were away for a few cold days and we didn't have any frozen pipes when we returned, so it saved us the expense and damage of that. :-)
We have the well, the furnace, the tankless water heater, lights, TV, 2 big PC's, three (3) refrigerators, and a full freezer hooked up to it.
I crunched the numbers and got a 17 kW, but probably should have gotten a 20 kW in case we add more circuits or the neighbors come asking if they can borrow some power...
Installed it myself after figuring out where to place the ATS. We live above 9,000 feet and have winter 6..9 months out of the year, with wind chills of -50.
Bought a battery heater blanket and a thermo plug and hooked that up to a dusk-to-dawn outlet. Always starts for weekly maintenance exercise and when power goes out (wind knocking out power lines). The power went out when we were away for a few cold days and we didn't have any frozen pipes when we returned, so it saved us the expense and damage of that. :-)
We have the well, the furnace, the tankless water heater, lights, TV, 2 ... more
October 20, 2011
Roy Houston, TX
Piece Of Mind
I bought my 17KW in Sept 2011 It took me a couple of months of thinking about making such a large purchase on a generator already owning a Generac portable. Knowing how much trouble it is when power goes out and having to set up the portable generator and then sometimes as soon as your all set up power comes back on.
This standby is a beautiful piece of machinery and till now is a very good sounding and powerful unit. I am a very happy man today by making this purchase I don't have to worry any more when power goes out and I have ac. If your thinking of a stand by generator this is a good unit and has plenty of power to run my 1600 sq. ft. home and 1 3.5 ac unit.
I did pay a good price for electrical connection by a certified installer but it doesn't void my warranty. And I also I'm running propane do not have gas. And finally Generators Direct also did deliver as said and also saved the 2% by paying with check
I bought my 17KW in Sept 2011 It took me a couple of months of thinking about making such a large purchase on a generator already owning a Generac portable. Knowing how much trouble it is when power goes out and having to set up the portable generator and then sometimes as soon as your all set up power comes back on.
This standby is a beautiful piece of machinery and till now is a very good sounding and powerful unit. I am a very happy man today by making this purchase I don't have to worry any more when power goes out and I have ac. If your thinking of a stand by generator this is a good ... more
October 07, 2011
J J Cecil, PA
Lawn Mower Stones
My generator got several chips and a small dent from letting my 14 year old cut the grass with my lawn tractor. I bought the kit and prepped the area by cleaning and then scuffing the surface. Just a few shots from the factory paint and she looks almost unmarked! Great color match and minimal effort to repair the nicks.....
May 22, 2011
Joseph Stone Ridge, NY
Installer
I like the unit but the wiring area is unnecessarily tight and difficult to make the connections. I noticed that even the factory installed wiring had numerous strands of wires sticking out of the terminal blocks which probably means they had a tough time getting the wire into the terminal while screwing the terminal down . Generac's engineers need use to re-think the wiring compartment in terms of access.
Electric generators Direct were fantastic. Easy to order, quick on the delivery. Thanks!!!
March 12, 2011
Gregg Frankston, TX
It Went Flawlessly
My neighbor and I installed the entire system after the generator was delivered to the slab. We found the installation instructions easy to follow. We had a certified installer check-out our installation and commission the unit. It went flawlessly.
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