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Briggs & Stratton 20kW Standby Generator System (Steel) (400A Split Service Disconnect + AC Shedding)
Model:
40396
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Optional Accessories
10
Features
Grade
Emergency
Style
Standby (Air Cooled)
Run Watts
20,000 Rated Watts
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Fuel
LP/Natural Gas
Engine
Briggs and Stratton Vanguard
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- First In Its Class: Never Seen Before Transfer Switch Technology
- Only compatible with Briggs & Stratton generators
- 400-Amp Service Entrance Auto Transfer Switch (71057) (NEMA 3R)
- A UL Listed solution for 2 x 200-Amp Service Breakers
- Easy install - one less switch, less wiring/time, fewer expenses
- Smaller Transfer Switch
- A cost effective, cleaner looking installation
- Patented Central Air Technology Using Symphony II Transfer Panel
- Manages demands of up to two 5-ton central air conditioners
- Intelligently powers your whole home (load dependent)
- 993cc Briggs & Stratton V-Twin Commercial Grade Vanguard Engine
- Provides years of long lasting, reliable standby power
- Galvanneal Steel Enclosure w/ Front Air Ventilation
- Automotive rust proofing paint process reduces corrosion
- Pushes engine exhaust out the front, away from the home
- Flexible Placement (Please Verify Local Building Codes)
- Tested against tough National Fire Protection Agency standards
- Can be placed as close as 18” from structure
- Turnkey Extras: Auto Battery Charger & Hour Meter
- Industry Leading 5-Year Warranty
- Parts, labor & travel covered for 5-Years
California residents see
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
For more information go to: www.p65Warnings.ca.gov
Specifications
40396
Overview
Weight
500 Pounds
Made in USA
Yes
Consumer Warranty
5 Years
Product Style
Standby Generator
Product Length
50.5 Inches
Product Width
32.9 Inches
Product Height
31 Inches
UPC
011675403966
Product Specs
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Rated Watts
20000 Watts
Fuel Type
LP/Natural Gas
NG Power Capacity
18000 Watts
LP Power Capacity
20000 Watts
NG Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
187 ft³/hr
NG Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
260 ft³/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
1.97 gallons/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
3.75 gallons/hr
Rated Amps
83 Amps
Decibel Rating @ 7m
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.
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Transfer Switch
Automatic (Included)
Transfer Switch Amperage
400-Amps
Battery
Not Included (540 CCA)
Enclosure
Steel
A/C Ton Rating
2 x 5-Tons
Mounting Pad
Steel (Included)
Transfer Switch Style
Service Disconnect
ATS Load Prioritizing
Sold Separately
ATS Load Shedding
Built-In
ATS Service Disconnect
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
UL Listed
Yes
Grade Type
Emergency
Engine
Engine Brand
Briggs and Stratton Vanguard
Starting System
12v Auto Start
CC
993 CC
Consumer Engine Warranty
5 Years
Engine RPM
3600 RPM
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
Yes
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