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Generac Guardian™ 20kW Aluminum Home Standby Generator (Scratch & Dent)
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7038-SD
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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
Generac OHVI
- ***Scratch & Dent*** - Cosmetic Damage - Scratches On Top Panel
- 20kW (LPG) / 18kW (NG) Guardian Air-Cooled Standby Generator
- Protects your home and family during a power outage
- *Automatic Operation Only*
- Fully automatic operation when paired with Generac Smart Switch (Sold Separately)
- 5-Year Limited Warranty
- Plus 24/7•365 Customer Support so you have you questions answers when its convenient for you
- Generac's G-Force Engine
- Specifically designed for the demanding environment standby generators endure
- Full pressure lubrication system w/ 2 year oil change interval
- Operates On Clean Burning, Efficient Natural Gas or LP (Vapor)
- Connects to your existing LP or natural gas fuel supply
- True Power™ Electrical Technology & Automatic Digital Voltage Regulation (+/- 1%)
- Less than 5% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) for utility grade power
- Allows for faster response time & maximum motor starting ability
- Evolution™ Digital Controller
- Multilingual, 2-Line LCD display for simple, straightforward operation
- Programmable-exerciser lets you set how often & what time generator will self-test
- Tough, Durable All-Aluminum Sound Attenuated Enclosure
- RhinoCoat™ powder-coated finish keeps enclosure protected from the elements
- Can be installed within 18" of a building; *Always check local building codes
- Compatible With Mobile Link™ Remote Monitoring (Sold Separately)
- Easily monitor generator status anywhere with a smartphone, tablet, or PC
- Generac Standby Generators & Engines - Built In The USA*
- Built in the USA using domestic & foreign parts
- Additional Features:
- 12" Flexible fuel line and Direct-To-Dirt composite mounting pad
- Built-in Battery Charger (Battery Sold Separately)
Specifications
7038-SD
Overview
Weight
516 Pounds
Made in USA
Yes
Consumer Warranty
5 Years
Commercial Warranty
5 Years
Product Style
Standby Generator
Product Length
48 Inches
Product Width
25 Inches
Product Height
29 Inches
Product Specs
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Rated Watts
20000 Watts
Surge Watts
20000 Watts
Fuel Type
LP/Natural Gas
NG Power Capacity
18000 Watts
LP Power Capacity
20000 Watts
NG Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
205 ft³/hr
NG Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
308 ft³/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
2.23 gallons/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
3.85 gallons/hr
Rated Amps
83.3 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.
66 dbA
Transfer Switch
Automatic (Not Included)
Battery
Not Included (540 CCA)
Enclosure
Aluminum
A/C Ton Rating
5-Tons
Cooling System
Air Cooled
UL Listed
Yes
Grade Type
Emergency
Engine
Engine Brand
Generac OHVI
Starting System
12v Auto Start
CC
999 CC
Consumer Engine Warranty
5 Years
Commercial Engine Warranty
5 Years
Engine RPM
3600 RPM
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
Yes
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