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Generac Guardian Plus Standby Generator
10kW (10,000 watts)
Automatic Transfer Switch Included


Generac Guardian Plus Home Standby Generator 10kW (10,000 watts)

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Generator Specifications
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Transfer Switch

Title: Generac Guardian Plus Standby Generator 10kW (10,000 watts) Includes Automatic Transfer Switch with Built-In Loadcenter
Model: 5241
Retail Price: $3,499.99
Our Low Price: $2,907.00
S&H: $125.00
Sales Tax: $5.5% for Wisconsin Residents Only
Financing:
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Availability: Ships Direct from the Manufacturer
Warranty: Manufacturer's 2 Year Warranty
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10kW Generac Guardian Plus Home Standby Generator (10,000 watts)
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INNOVATIVE DESIGN & PROTOTYPE TESTING are key components of GENERAC’S success in "IMPROVING POWER BY DESIGN." But it doesn’t stop there. Total commitment to component testing, reliability testing, environmental testing, destruction and life testing, plus testing to applicable CSA, NEMA, EGSA, and other standards, allows you to choose GENERAC POWER SYSTEMS with the confidence that these systems will provide superior performance.

SOLID-STATE, FREQUENCY COMPENSATED VOLTAGE REGULATION.
This state-of-the-art power maximizing regulation system is standard on all Generac models. It provides optimized FAST RESPONSE to changing load conditions and MAXIMUM MOTOR STARTING CAPABILITY by electronically torque-matching the surge loads to the engine.

SINGLE SOURCE SERVICE RESPONSE from Generac’s dealer network provides parts and service know-how for the entire unit, from the engine to the smallest electronic component. You are never on your own when you own a GENERAC POWER SYSTEM.

 

  • Quiet, powerful Generac OHVI single-cylinder or V-Twin engines fueled by Natural Gas or Liquid Propane.
  • UL Listed remote-mounted pre-wired automatic transfer switch with 10 circuit emergency load center for fast and efficient unattended transfer to generator when utility power fails.
  • A standard weather protective enclosure with sound-absorbing panels protects generator from harmful weather and also reduces exterior noise levels. Includes key locks for security.
  • Hinged top and removable front panel for easy serviceability.
  • Built-in charger maintains battery at optimum performance level.
  • Automatic safety shutdowns protect engine and generator in event of low oil pressure, high temperature, overspeed and/or overcrank.
  • Automatic seven-day exerciser runs the system for twelve minutes weekly to maintain top running condition.
  • Installation system includes the pre-wired automatic transfer switch with built-in load center, 30' and 2' wiring harnesses, pre-wired external connection box, 1' flexible fuel line, "Do-It-Yourself" installation guide and a composite mounting pad.

 

Generator Features & Benefits

Revolving field - Allows for smaller, light weight unit that operates 25% more efficiently than a revolving armature generator.

Skewed stator - Produces a smooth output waveform for compatibility with electronic equipment.

Displaced phase excitation - Maximizes motor starting capability. Provides more surge capability than brushless generator designs.

Automatic voltage regulation - Regulates the output voltage to ±2% prevents damaging voltage spikes.

UL 2200 Listed - For your safety

 

Generator Specifications
Rated Power - Liquid Propane 10,000 Watts
Rated Power - Natural Gas 9,000 Watts
Voltage @ 60 Hz 120/240
Amps - Liquid Propane 83.3/41.7
Amps - Natural Gas 75.0/37.5
Main Line Circuit Breaker 45 Amp
Phase Single
Rated AC Frequency 60 Hz
Number of rotor poles 2
Power factor 1
Sound output at 23 ft. with generator operating at full load 70.5 dB
UL 2200 Yes
Canadian UL Yes
Dimensions 48" L
24" W
28 1/4" H
Unit Weight 375 lbs

 

Generac Engine

Generac designed the first OHVI® (Overhead Valve Industrial) engine in the early 1980's. Today, Generac makes a full line of OHVI® engines with either a horizontal or vertical shaft configuration, making them easily adaptable to a wide variety of applications.

Generac OHVI® engines are among the highest displacement air-cooled engines in the industry and are renowned for their impressive power and their smooth, quiet operation. Every Generac OHVI® engine has full pressure lubrication with more than 30 psi of oil pressure to every bearing surface. The result is reliable performance and the longest engine life of any air-cooled engine on the market.

 

Engine Features & Benefits

Generac (OHVI) Design - Maximizes engine “breathing” for increased fuel efficiency. Cylinder walls run cooler, reducing oil consumption. Because heat is the primary cause of engine wear, the OHVI has a significantly longer life than competitive engines.

"Spiny-lok" cast iron cylinder walls - Rigid construction and added durability provide long engine life.

Electronic ignition, spark advance and compression release - These features combine to assure smooth, quick starting every time.

Full pressure lubrication system - Superior lubrication to all vital bearings means better performance, less maintenance and significantly longer engine life.

Low oil pressure shutdown system - Superior shutdown protection prevents catastrophic engine damage due to low oil.

High temperature shutdown - Prevents damage due to overheating.

 

Engine Specifications
Type of engine Generac OHVI V-Twin
Number of cylinders 2
Rated horsepower 18 @ 3600 RPM
Displacement 530cc
Cylinder block Aluminum w/cast iron sleeve
Valve arrangement Overhead valve
Ignition system Solid-state w/magneto
Compression Ratio 9.5:1
Starter 12 Vdc
Oil capacity including filter Approximately 1.7 quarts
Engine Cooling Air
Operating RPM 3600
EPA/CARB Certified Yes
Fuel Natural Gas/
Liquid Propane
Fuel Consumption - Natural Gas 102 cu. ft./hr. @ 1/2 load
Fuel Consumption - Natural Gas 156 cu. ft./hr. @ full load
Fuel Consumption - Liquid Propane 1.25 gal/hr. @ 1/2 load
Fuel Consumption - Liquid Propane 1.93 gal/hr. @ full load

 

Generator Controls Features & Benefits

Manual/Auto/Off switch - Selects the operating mode.

Utility voltage sensing - Constantly monitors utility voltage, setpoints 60% dropout, 80% pick-up, of standard voltage.

Utility interrupt delay - Prevents nuisance start-ups of the engine, set point approximately 10 seconds.

Engine warm-up - Ensures engine is ready to assume the load, setpoint approximately 10 seconds.

Engine cool-down - Allows engine to cool prior to shutdown, setpoint approximately 1 minute.

Seven day exerciser - Operates engine to prevent oil seal drying and damage between power outages.

Timed Trickle Battery charger - Maintains battery amperage to insure starting.

Main Line Circuit Breaker - Protects generator from overload.

 

Generator Controls
Start/Stop Control Cyclic cranking: 7 seconds on, 7 seconds rest. 90 seconds overcrank protection.
Automatic Low Oil Shutdown Standard
Overspeed Shutdown Standard, 72 Hz
Overcrank Protection Standard
Automatic Voltage Regulator with Over-Voltage Protection Standard
Engine Warmup 10 seconds
Engine Cool-Down 1 minute
Safety Fuse Standard
2 Amp Timed Trickle Battery Charger Standard
Auto Switch Utility failure/7 day exercise
Off Switch Stops unit. Power is removed. Control and charger still operate
Manual / test Start with starter control, unit stays on. If utility fails,transfer to load takes place
Full Monitoring System Oil pressure, coolant temperature, engine speed, coolant level, cranking time, starter lockout, utility sensing
Shutdown and LED Indicators Overspeed and overcrank, low oil pressure, high coolant temperature, low coolant level, low fuel pressure, low battery voltage

 

Generac Transfer Switches

Long life and reliability are synonymous with GENERAC POWER SYSTEMS. One reason for this confidence is that the GENERAC product line includes its own transfer systems and controls for total system compatibility.

 

Transfer Switch Features

  • Electrically operated, mechanically-held contacts for fast, positive connections.
  • Rated for all classes of load, 100% equipment rated, both inductive and resistive.
  • 2 pole, 250 VAC contactors.
  • 160 millisecond transfer time.
  • Dual coil design.
  • Main contacts are silver plated or silver alloy to resist welding and sticking.
  • NEMA 1 (indoor rated) enclosure is standard on the 100 amp switch.

 

100 amp Automatic Transfer Switch with Built-In Loadcenter
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Transfer Switch
Number of Poles 2
Current Rating 100 Amps
Voltage Rating 250 VAC
Utility Voltage Monitor (fixed)
Pick-up
Drop out

70%
60%
Return to Utility Approx. 13 seconds
Exercises 7 minutes weekly Standard
UL Listed Standard
Dimensions 26.5" H  x 12.5" W  x 7" D
Total # of pre-wired circuits 10
Total # of 15A, 120V pre-wired circuits 3
Total # of 20A, 120V pre-wired circuits 3
Total # of 20A 240V pre-wired circuits 1
Total # of 30A 240V pre-wired circuits 1

 

Power adjustment for ambient conditions

Temperature deration: 1% for every 12°C above 15.5°C or 1% for every 10°F above 60°F

Altitude Deration: 3.5% for every 1000 ft. above sea level

 

Manufacturer 2 Year Warranty

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A Battery is NOT included with this unit
Battery Requirement: Group 26/26R, 12 Volts, 525 cold-cranking amperes minimum

Interstate Batteries green and black

 

Other Useful Links for this Generator

Installation & Owners Manual

Installation Drawings

 

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All sales are final. There are no returns on generators. However, there is a Manufacturer 2 Year Warranty. Click Here to view the warranty details.

If your generator arrives damaged, please note this on the driver's delivery receipt and call us at 1-877-349-3532 immediately.

Refused or Undeliverable Orders/Generators
Refusing an order/generator upon attempted delivery does NOT entitle you to a FULL refund. Refused or undeliverable orders/generators will be subject to a 35% restocking fee. Plus our cost to ship the order/generator to you & return shipping back to us.

 

Shipping & Handling


This generator ships from Generac's factory in Wisconsin directly to your door via common freight carrier for $125.00. Choose "Common Freight Carrier" from the "Shipping Methods" drop down menu when you get to the "Check Out" page. Please allow 4 - 6 weeks for delivery.

This item ships to the lower 48 U.S. states only.
At this time we are unable to ship this item to
Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico or Internationally.

 

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Bozeman, MT 59719-0605

 

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