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Guardian 16 kW Emergency Power System w/ Steel Enclosure

Model 5243


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Retail Price:	$4,333.00
Discount:	-$734.00
Extra Savings:	-$200.00
Your Price:	$3,399.00

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Grade	Style	Watts	Voltage
		16 kW Rated Watts	120/240V Single-Phase

100-Amp 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

Sound level comparable to an idling car
• Runs at a quiet 66 decibels at 23 feet

Generac OHVI Air-Cooled Engine
• Maximizes engine “breathing” for increased fuel efficiency

Automatic Exerciser
• Allows generator to run a self-test every 7 days

Weather Protected Steel Enclosure
• Shelters generator from weather and reduces exterior noise

Two Line LCD Digital Controller
• Allows for simple user interface for ease of operation

Built-in Battery Charger
• Battery Sold Separately

Model
	Model Number:	5243

	Manufacturer:	Guardian

	Made in USA:	Yes
Engine

	Brand:	Generac

	HP/CC:	30 HP/992 cc

	Consumer Engine Warranty:	3 Years

	Commercial Engine Warranty:	3 Years

	Engine RPM:	3600 RPM

	Low Oil Alert:	Yes
Product Specs

	Voltage	120/240 Single-Phase

	Frequency:	60 Hertz

	Cooling System	Air Cooled

	Fuel Type	LP/Natural Gas

	NG Power Capacity	15,000 Watts

	LP Power Capacity	16,000 Watts

	NG Consumption (50% Load)	245 ft³/hr

	LP Consumption (50% Load)	2.51 gallons/hr

	Continuous Amps:	133/67 (120/240V 1φ)

	Max Amps:	133/67 (120/240V 1φ)

	Decibel Rating @ 7m:	71.5 db(A)

	A/C Ton Rating	5-Tons

	Enclosure	Steel

	Mounting Pad	Composite (Included)

	Transfer Switch:	Automatic (Included)

	Transfer Switch Amperage:	100-Amps

	Transfer Switch Style	Pre-Wired (16-Circuit)

	Transfer Switch Circuits:	5 - 15A/120V 5 - 20A/120V 1 - 20A/240V 1 - 50A/240V 1 - 40A/240V

	Max Circuits:	16
Overview

	UL Listed	Yes

	Weight:	445 Lbs. (201.85 kilograms)

	Dimensions:	48L x 24W x 28.25H (121.92 x 60.96 x 71.76 cm)

	Consumer Warranty:	3 Years

	Commercial Warranty:	3 Years

	"Had a great experience with Electric Generators Direct. After my order it was delivered with-in a week with everything they promised!...
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John R.

05/01/2008

	"Great machine. Just had a 3 day power outage and the Guardian worked really well. If (like me) you are not using the Auto Transfer switch (using a manual switch), you'll have to run a 240V cable to the unit in order to recharge the battery and it w...
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Frederic Graham

01/20/2007

	"Great price! Easy to install but word of warning, DO be certain your gas meter will give you enough volume. Usually only a small fee to have it upgraded and well worth it. Super quiet and trouble free. Consider buying the whole house switch also disc...
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Walt La

01/15/2007

	"I got a Guardian 16 KW generator from you in October. I've tested it several times, but last week it got it's first true workout. I am on the edge of the St. Louis area, that had ice storms last week. Our utility power was fortunately out only ab...
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John S.

12/05/2006

	"A huge ice storm hit our area in this winter (11/30/06) and our power has been out for over four days. The Gaurdian 16 kW has worked just as described – heat, lights, frig, freezer, satellite TV and the web. No refueling or extension cords to mess ...
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Todd Nadler

12/04/2006

	"If you're looking at a "Guardian Plus" version, you're reading yesterday's news. The new models are now branded as "Guardian QuietSource" instead of "Guardian Plus". So what's so great about the new model? First, the new model comes with 16 (n...
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Jon Hoch

04/13/2006

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