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Generac Guardian Series™ 17kW Essential Circuit Standby Generator System (Scratch & Dent)
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5873-SD
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Features
Grade
Emergency
Style
Standby (Air Cooled)
Run Watts
17,000 Rated Watts
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Fuel
LP/Natural Gas
Engine
Generac OHVI
- ***Scratch & Dent*** - Small Dent On Back Bottom (See Extra Img.)
- Unit is very clean, may have minor scratches/scuffs
- Fully Automatic Standby Generator System
- Operates On Clean Burning, Efficient Natural Gas or LP (Vapor)
- Generac OHVI Air-Cooled Engine
- Full pressure lubrication system w/ 2 year oil change interval
- Skewed Rotor Design For Smooth Output Waveform "Clean Power"
- Automatic voltage regulator equipped for +/- 1% regulation
- Nexus™ Digital Controller Monitors & Controls All Functions
- Provides system status - compatible with Nexus™ wireless monitors
- Sound Attenuated Weather Proof Enclosure
- Attractive styling with lockable access doors
- Incorporates electrostatically applied epoxy paint technology
- Sound dampening enclosure limits sound pressure to a low 66dB(A)
- Includes 16 Circuit Load Center Style Auto Transfer Switch (100A)
- 5' Pre-wired External Connection Box From Wall to Generator
- 30' Pre-Wired Indoor Conduit From Switch To External Box
- 2' Pre-Wired Indoor Conduit From Transfer Switch To Main Panell
- Composite mounting pad and 1' flexible fuel line connector
- Listed to UL2200 Engine/Generator Standard for Safety
Specifications
5873-SD
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Overview
Weight
455 Pounds
Made in USA
Yes
Consumer Warranty
3 Years
Commercial Warranty
3 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
17000 Watts
Surge Watts
17000 Watts
Fuel Type
LP/Natural Gas
NG Power Capacity
16000 Watts
LP Power Capacity
17000 Watts
NG Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
183 ft³/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
1.61 gallons/hr
Rated Amps
71 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 (Included)
Enclosure
Steel
A/C Ton Rating
5-Tons
Transfer Switch Style
Pre-Wired (16-Circuit)
ATS Load Prioritizing
Not Compatible
ATS Load Shedding
Not Compatible
ATS Poles
2 Poles
ATS Service Disconnect
No
Cooling System
Air Cooled
UL Listed
Yes
Grade Type
Emergency
Engine
Engine Brand
Generac OHVI
CC
992 CC
Consumer Engine Warranty
3 Years
Commercial Engine Warranty
3 Years
Engine RPM
3600 RPM
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
Yes
Transfer Switch Circuits
15A 120V
5
20A 120V
5
20A 240V
1
40A 240V
1
50A 240V
1
Reviews
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Generac Guardian 5873-SD Reviews & Ratings
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Very Happy With Peace Of Mine
By Ken K.
Seekonk, Massachusetts
Purchased 10/10/2013 |
Review Posted 11/01/2013
No more worries now. The installation was straight forward i.e., pad, propane and electric hook-up. Flip the power off and in about 10 seconds the power is back on to almost the entire house, even the garage door openers are working.
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Durable, Price, High Quality, I'd Buy It Again
Cons:
None
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Standby Generator
By Arthur C.
Beaverton, Michigan
Purchased 08/22/2013 |
Review Posted 09/13/2013
Had to use the generator already during a power outage 2 days after installing it. Worked perfect.
Arthur C. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, Quiet, Price, I'd Buy It Again
Cons:
None
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