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Generac Guardian™ 16kW Aluminum Standby Generator System (200A Service Disconnect + AC Shedding) w/ Wi-Fi

Generac Guardian™ 16kW Aluminum Standby Generator System (200A Service Disconnect + AC Shedding) w/ Wi-Fi
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Model: 7178
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Product Description
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Grade
Style
Run Watts
16,000
Rated Watts
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Fuel
Engine
Grade
Emergency
Style
Standby (Air Cooled)
Run Watts
16,000
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Fuel
LP/Natural Gas
Engine
Generac OHVI
Features
Features
  • 16k Guardian Air-Cooled Standby Generator System
  • Protects your home and family during a power outage
  • Includes Mobile Link™ Wi-Fi Remote Monitoring*
  • Monitor generator status on a smart phone, tablet or PC
  • *Requires internet connection and wireless router
  • 5-Year Limited Warranty + 24/7-365 Customer Support
  • Have your questions answered when it's convenient for you
  • 200-Amp Service Entrance Rated Automatic Smart Switch
  • Installs between main meter & service panel
  • Allows for faster and less costly installation
  • Standard Smart A/C Management Module
  • Allows for the Smart Control of (4) A/C units
  • Great for homes with multiple Air conditioners (24 VAC controlled)
  • Add Up To (8) Smart Management Modules (SMM) (Sold Separately)
  • Frequency (Hz) monitoring design, no control wire required
  • Versatile design, easily prioritize loads & lock-out non-essential loads
  • NEW Generac G-Force 800 Series Engine
  • Hydraulic lifters for improved performance & less maintenance
  • 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
  • Less than 5% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) for utility grade power
  • Automatic Digital Voltage Regulation (+/-1%)
  • Allows for faster response time & maximum motor starting ability
  • Evolution™ 2.0 Digital Controller
  • Multilingual, 2-Line LCD display for simple, straightforward operation
  • Programmable-exerciser helps prevent oil seal drying and damage
  • QUIET-TEST™ Self-Test Mode
  • Runs at a lower RPM for a five or twelve minute test
  • Aluminum Enclosure w/ RhinoCoat™ Powder-Coated Finish
  • Corrosion resistant design for all weather conditions
  • Installation Flexibility*
  • Can be installed within 18" of a building
  • *Always check local building codes
  • Generac Standby Generators & Engines - Built In The USA*
  • Built in the USA using domestic & foreign parts
  • Also Includes
  • Smart battery charger & 14" Flexible fuel line connector
  • Please Note - Battery Not Included (Sold Separately)
Specifications
Product Specs
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Rated Watts
16000 Watts
Fuel Type
LP/Natural Gas
NG Power Capacity
16000 Watts
LP Power Capacity
16000 Watts
NG Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
185 ft³/hr
NG Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
245 ft³/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
1.70 gallons/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
2.99 gallons/hr
Rated Amps
66.6 Amps
Decibel Rating @ 7m Learn More 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.
65
Transfer Switch
Automatic (Included)
Transfer Switch Amperage
200-Amps
Battery
Not Included
Enclosure
Aluminum
Circuit Breaker Size
70 Amps
A/C Ton Rating
2 x 4-Tons
Mounting Pad
Composite (Included)
Transfer Switch Style
Service Disconnect
ATS Load Shedding
Built-In
ATS Service Disconnect
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
UL Listed
Yes
Grade Type
Emergency
Wi-Fi Remote Monitoring
Yes
Engine
Engine Brand
Generac OHVI
Starting System
12v Auto Start
CC
816 CC
Consumer Engine Warranty
5 Years
Commercial Engine Warranty
5 Years
Engine RPM
3600 RPM
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
Yes
Overview
Weight
420 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
UPC
696471077131
Grade
Style
Run Watts
16,000
Rated Watts
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Fuel
Engine
Grade
Emergency
Style
Standby (Air Cooled)
Run Watts
16,000
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Fuel
LP/Natural Gas
Engine
Generac OHVI
Features
Features
  • 16k Guardian Air-Cooled Standby Generator System
  • Protects your home and family during a power outage
  • Includes Mobile Link™ Wi-Fi Remote Monitoring*
  • Monitor generator status on a smart phone, tablet or PC
  • *Requires internet connection and wireless router
  • 5-Year Limited Warranty + 24/7-365 Customer Support
  • Have your questions answered when it's convenient for you
  • 200-Amp Service Entrance Rated Automatic Smart Switch
  • Installs between main meter & service panel
  • Allows for faster and less costly installation
  • Standard Smart A/C Management Module
  • Allows for the Smart Control of (4) A/C units
  • Great for homes with multiple Air conditioners (24 VAC controlled)
  • Add Up To (8) Smart Management Modules (SMM) (Sold Separately)
  • Frequency (Hz) monitoring design, no control wire required
  • Versatile design, easily prioritize loads & lock-out non-essential loads
  • NEW Generac G-Force 800 Series Engine
  • Hydraulic lifters for improved performance & less maintenance
  • 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
  • Less than 5% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) for utility grade power
  • Automatic Digital Voltage Regulation (+/-1%)
  • Allows for faster response time & maximum motor starting ability
  • Evolution™ 2.0 Digital Controller
  • Multilingual, 2-Line LCD display for simple, straightforward operation
  • Programmable-exerciser helps prevent oil seal drying and damage
  • QUIET-TEST™ Self-Test Mode
  • Runs at a lower RPM for a five or twelve minute test
  • Aluminum Enclosure w/ RhinoCoat™ Powder-Coated Finish
  • Corrosion resistant design for all weather conditions
  • Installation Flexibility*
  • Can be installed within 18" of a building
  • *Always check local building codes
  • Generac Standby Generators & Engines - Built In The USA*
  • Built in the USA using domestic & foreign parts
  • Also Includes
  • Smart battery charger & 14" Flexible fuel line connector
  • Please Note - Battery Not Included (Sold Separately)
Specifications
Product Specs
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Rated Watts
16000 Watts
Fuel Type
LP/Natural Gas
NG Power Capacity
16000 Watts
LP Power Capacity
16000 Watts
NG Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
185 ft³/hr
NG Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
245 ft³/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
1.70 gallons/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
2.99 gallons/hr
Rated Amps
66.6 Amps
Decibel Rating @ 7m Learn More 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.
65
Transfer Switch
Automatic (Included)
Transfer Switch Amperage
200-Amps
Battery
Not Included
Enclosure
Aluminum
Circuit Breaker Size
70 Amps
A/C Ton Rating
2 x 4-Tons
Mounting Pad
Composite (Included)
Transfer Switch Style
Service Disconnect
ATS Load Shedding
Built-In
ATS Service Disconnect
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
UL Listed
Yes
Grade Type
Emergency
Wi-Fi Remote Monitoring
Yes
Engine
Engine Brand
Generac OHVI
Starting System
12v Auto Start
CC
816 CC
Consumer Engine Warranty
5 Years
Commercial Engine Warranty
5 Years
Engine RPM
3600 RPM
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
Yes
Overview
Weight
420 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
UPC
696471077131
Product Specs
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Specifications
Product Specs
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Rated Watts
16000 Watts
Fuel Type
LP/Natural Gas
NG Power Capacity
16000 Watts
LP Power Capacity
16000 Watts
NG Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
185 ft³/hr
NG Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
245 ft³/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
1.70 gallons/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
2.99 gallons/hr
Rated Amps
66.6 Amps
Decibel Rating @ 7m Learn More 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.
65
Transfer Switch
Automatic (Included)
Transfer Switch Amperage
200-Amps
Battery
Not Included
Enclosure
Aluminum
Circuit Breaker Size
70 Amps
A/C Ton Rating
2 x 4-Tons
Mounting Pad
Composite (Included)
Transfer Switch Style
Service Disconnect
ATS Load Shedding
Built-In
ATS Service Disconnect
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
UL Listed
Yes
Grade Type
Emergency
Wi-Fi Remote Monitoring
Yes
Engine
Engine Brand
Generac OHVI
Starting System
12v Auto Start
CC
816 CC
Consumer Engine Warranty
5 Years
Commercial Engine Warranty
5 Years
Engine RPM
3600 RPM
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
Yes
Overview
Weight
420 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
UPC
696471077131
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