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10
Features
Grade
Emergency
Style
Standby (Air Cooled)
Run Watts
17,000 Rated Watts
Voltage
120/240 Three-Phase
Fuel
LP/Natural Gas
Engine
Kohler
- 17kW (LPG) / 17kW (NG) Air-Cooled Standby Generator
- For small commercial buildings with 120/240V 3-Phase service
- Kohler Command PRO® OHV Engine
- Meets emission regulations for U.S. EPA & California
- Powerful and reliable engine with hydraulic valve lifters
- New 100% Corrosion-Proof Aluminum Enclosure
- Aluminum base can be mounted on gravel or cement pad
- Meets 181 MPH wind rating; Impact-resistant down to -30° F
- Powerful Performance w/ PowerBoost™ Technology
- Greater motor-starting ability for large electrical loads
- Premium Power Quality (+/-1% Voltage Regulation)
- Protects sophisticated electronics with low distortion (<5%THD)
- Fast Response Time
- Kohler™ generators restore power in as little as 10 seconds
- New Silencer Reduces Sound Levels & Provides Quiet Operation
- Maintains neighborhood solitude - approx 69 dB(A) at 7 m (23 ft)
- RDC2 (6-Button) Digital Controller
- Glare-resistant, 2-line 16-character display - No More Codes
- ATS status via LED lights on controller; Built-In 2.5A Battery Charger
- Remote Monitoring System (Included)
- Built-in Ethernet card, no hardware needed
- Requires OnCue Plus Wireless Radio Kit For Wireless Monitoring (Sold Separately)
- KOHLER® Energy Management App
- Get real-time alerts on generator status, remote control & maintenance records
- Easier Installation
- Streamline design reduces time required to install generator
- Installation Flexibility*
- Can be installed within 18" of a building / home
- *Always check local building codes
- Premium Warranty - 5-Year / 2,000-Hour Limited Warranty
California residents see
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
For more information go to: www.p65Warnings.ca.gov
Specifications
20RCA-QS8
Overview
Weight
535 Pounds
Made in USA
Yes
Consumer Warranty
5 Years
Commercial Warranty
5 Years
Product Style
Standby Generator
Product Length
47 Inches
Product Width
26.2 Inches
Product Height
32.2 Inches
UPC
650531463814
Additional Model Numbers
20RCA-QS3, 20RCA-QS8
Product Specs
Voltage
120/240 Three-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Rated Watts
17000 Watts
Fuel Type
LP/Natural Gas
NG Power Capacity
17000 Watts
LP Power Capacity
17000 Watts
NG Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
161 ft³/hr
NG Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
281 ft³/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
2.3 gallons/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
3.9 gallons/hr
Rated Amps
51 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.
69 dbA
Transfer Switch
Automatic (Not Included)
Battery
Not Included (500 CCA)
Enclosure
Aluminum
Cooling System
Air Cooled
UL Listed
Yes
Grade Type
Emergency
Engine
Engine Brand
Kohler
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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