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Guardian 5506 - 20 kW Emergency Power System w/ Aluminum Enclosure

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Guardian 20 kW Emergency Power System w/ Aluminum Enclosure

Model 5506


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Retail Price:	$6,290.00
Discount:	-$1,141.00
Your Price:	$5,149.00

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

Most Powerful Air-Cooled Generator Available
• Ideal for single-family homes requiring multiple air conditioners
• Runs indefinitely off natural gas or LP fuel source

Generac OHVI Engine
• Powerful and reliable air-cooled V-twin engine

Electronic Governor
• Maintains precise control of engine speed & electrical frequency

Whisper-Test
• Low-speed exercise mode for quieter weekly tests
• Exercises at a quiet 60 decibels at 23 feet
• Sound level comparable to an idling car

Aluminum Enclosure
• Corrosion-resistant material ideal for salty air conditions
• Sound attenuated acoustically designed enclosure

PowerManager 200-Amp Automatic Transfer Switch
• Automatically energizes 16-mission critical circuits
• Load shedding capability also energizes non-essential circuits
• Service disconnect allows for easy installations

Built-in Battery Charger
• Battery Sold Separately

Model
	Model Number:	5506

	Manufacturer:	Guardian

	Made in USA:	Yes
Engine

	Brand:	Generac

	HP/CC:	36 HP/999 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	18,000 Watts

	LP Power Capacity	20,000 Watts

	NG Consumption (50% Load)	206 ft³/hr

	LP Consumption (50% Load)	1.89 gallons/hr

	Rated Amps:	83 Amps @ 240 Volts (Single Phase)

	Decibel Rating @ 7m:	66 db(A)

	A/C Ton Rating	5-Tons

	Enclosure	Aluminum

	Mounting Pad	Composite (Included)

	Transfer Switch:	Automatic (Included)

	Transfer Switch Amperage:	200-Amps

	Transfer Switch Style	Service Disconnect
Overview

	UL Listed	Yes

	Weight:	541 Lbs. (245.40 kilograms)

	Dimensions:	48L x 25W x 29H (121.92 x 63.50 x 73.66 cm)

	Consumer Warranty:	3 Years

	Commercial Warranty:	3 Years

	"Standby generators come in two basic flavors: air-cooled and liquid-cooled. What's the difference? Air-cooled generators use lawn mower-like engines. They use air flow to keep the engines from overheating. Liquid-cooled generators feature ca...

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	"Automatic transfer switches are similar to the thermostat in your house. Instead of monitoring temperature, an automatic transfer switch monitors utility power. When the power goes out, the automatic transfer switch tells the generator to start...
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Jon Hoch, Founder

09/07/2008

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