Generac Guardian Elite Standby Generator
30 kW (30,000 watts)
Automatic Transfer Switch Included
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GUARDIAN® is now doing to the commercial market what it has already done to the residential market… making standby power reliable, yet affordable. Protect your revenue stream by investing in a GUARDIAN Elite™ commercial automatic standby generator. Their GUARDIAN Elite generators are ideal for a broad range of enterprises, including restaurants, convenience stores, supermarkets, banks, fitness centers, hotels, and retail outlets.
Three-phase models range from 18-150 kW and single-phase models from 60-150 kW. They run on either natural gas or LPV, feature automotive style, liquid-cooled engines, GUARDIAN’s exclusive Whisper-Test™ feature and a corrosion-resistant aluminum enclosure option.
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.
Standard Equipment
- All input connections in one single area
- High coolant temperature shutdown
- Low oil pressure shutdown
- Low coolant level automatic shutdown
- Overspeed automatic shutdown
- Crank timer
- Exercise timer
- Oil drain extension
- Cool flow radiator
- Closed coolant recovery system
- UV/Ozone resistant hoses
- Watertight state of the art electrical connectors
- Mainline circuit breaker
- Radiator drain extension
- Battery charge alternator
- 2 Amp static battery charger
- Battery rack and cables
- Fan and belt guards
- Isochronous governor
Generator Features
- Innovative design and fully prototype tested
- UL 2200 Listed
- Solid state frequency compensated voltage regulator
- Dynamic and static battery charger
- Sound attenuated acoustically designed enclosure
- Whisper-Test™ feature for low noise level exercise
- Acoustically designed engine cooling system
- High flow low noise factory engineered exhaust system
- State of the art digital control system with R-Series digital control panel
- Watertight electrical connectors
- Rodent proof construction
- High efficiency, low distortion Generac designed alternator
- Vibration isolated from mounting base
- Matching Generac transfer switches engineered and tested to work as
a system
- All components easily accessible for maintenance
- Electrostatically applied powder paint
| Generator Specifications |
| Rated Power - Liquid Propane |
30,000 Watts |
| Rated Power - Natural Gas |
30,000 Watts |
| Voltage @ 60 Hz |
120V/208V,
277V/480V |
| Amps @ 208V |
122 |
| Amps @ 480V |
53 |
| Main Line Circuit Breaker @ 208V |
150 Amp |
| Main Line Circuit Breaker @ 480V |
60 Amp |
| Phase |
Three |
| Rated AC Frequency |
60 Hz |
| Power factor |
0.8 |
| Sound output at 23 ft. with generator in WhisperTest™ low speed exercise mode |
57 dB |
| Sound output at 23 ft. with generator operating at full load |
71 dB |
| UL 2200 |
Yes |
| Canadian UL |
Yes |
| Dimensions |
77" L
33.5" W
45" H |
| Unit Weight |
1393 lbs |
Generac Engine
| Engine Specifications |
| Make |
Generac |
| Model |
In Line |
| Number of cylinders |
4 |
| Engine RPM |
3600 RPM |
| Engine Horsepower |
55 |
| Displacement |
2.4 Liter |
| Bore |
3.41 in. |
| Stroke |
3.94 in. |
| Compression Ratio |
8.5:1 |
| Intake Air |
Naturally Aspirated |
| Combustion air requirements (Flow at rated power 60 Hz) |
129 cfm |
| Valve Train |
| Lifter type |
Hydraulic lifter |
| Valve seats |
Hardened |
| Engine Governor |
| Type |
Electronic |
| Frequency regulation |
Isochronous |
| Steady state regulation |
±0.25% |
| Lubrication System |
| Type of oil pump |
Gear |
| Oil filter |
Full flow, spin-on cartridge |
| Crankcase capacity |
3.8 liters (4 quarts) |
| Cooling System |
| Air flow (inlet air including alternator and combustion air) |
2,460 cu. ft./minute |
| System coolant capacity |
2.5 US gallons |
| Heat rejection to coolant |
134,000 BTU/hour |
| Max. operating air temp. on radiator |
60°C / 150°F |
| Max. ambient temperature |
50°C / 140°F |
| Water pump |
Belt driven |
| Fan speed |
2150 |
| Fan diameter |
18.0 in. |
| Fan mode |
Pusher |
| Fuel System |
| Natural Gas / Liquid Propane |
Standard |
| Carburetor |
Downdraft |
| Secondary fuel regulator |
Standard |
| Automatic fuel lockoff solenoid |
Standard |
| Operating fuel pressure |
5" to 14" H2O |
| Electrical System |
| Battery charge alternator |
30 Amps @ 12 V |
| Static battery charger |
2 amp |
| Recommended battery |
Group 26, 525CCA |
| System voltage |
12 volts |
| Exhaust |
| Exhaust flow at rated output 60 Hz |
360 cfm |
| Exhaust temp. at muffler outlet |
1050°F |
| Fuel Consumption |
| Fuel Consumption - Natural Gas |
560 cu. ft./hr. @ full load |
| Fuel Consumption - Liquid Propane |
6.11 gal/hr. @ full load |
Generator Control Panel Features
- Seven LED indicator lights
- System ready
- Low fuel pressure
- Low battery
- Low oil pressure
- High coolant temp / low coolant temp
- Overspeed
- Overcrank
- Internal Functions
- 3 position switch (auto, off and manual
- 2 wire start for any transfer switch
- Communicates with the Generac RTS transfer switch
- Built-in 7 day exerciser
- Selectable engine speed at exercise
- Governor controller is built into the master control board
- Temperature range -40 °C to 70 °C
- Additional functions
- Utility sensing
- Delay on utility failure for engine start
- Engine warm-up before transfer
- Delay to retransfer to utility
- Engine cooldown timer
- Exerciser not set
| Generator Controls |
| Engine Start Sequence |
Cyclic Cranking: Initially 15 sec. on, then 7 sec. rest, 7 sec. on. 90 sec. maximum duration |
| Low Coolant Level Shutdown |
Standard |
| Overspeed Shutdown |
Standard, 70 Hz |
| High Temperature Shutdown |
Standard |
| Automatic Voltage Regulator with Over-Voltage Protection |
Standard |
| Voltage Regulation (at steady state from no load to 100% load |
± 1.0 % |
| Frequency Regulation (at steady state from no load to 100% load) |
± 0.5% |
| Engine Warmup |
10-15 seconds |
| Engine Cool-Down |
1 minute |
| Safety Fuse |
Standard |
| Starter Lockout |
Starter cannot re-engage until 5 seconds after the engine has stopped |
| 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 |
| Automatic Weekly Exerciser with Selectable Low Speed Exercise |
Standard |
Generac Transfer Switches
Generac RTS automatic trransfer switches are designed to operate with the Generac R-Series controller used on the 1.5, 1.6, 2.4 and 3.0 liter Guardian Elite gaseous generators. The transfer switches are UL 1008 listed for standby operation.
Transfer Switch Features
The standard 100 - 400 amp transfer switch is housed in a steel NEMA 3R enclosure with electrostatically applied powder paint. The Heavy Duty contactor is a UL recognized device, designed for years of service. The connection between the RTS and the Generator control consists of (4) #14 control wires and a neutral wire. The Service Entrance rated transfer switches have a UL Listed Mainline circuit breaker ahead of and in back of the contactor for full downstream protection.
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| Transfer Switch for 120V/208V, 3ø |
| Number of Poles |
3 |
| Current Rating |
200 Amps |
| Voltage Rating |
120V/208V, 3ø |
Utility Voltage Monitor (fixed)
Pick-up
Drop out |
80%
60% |
| Return to Utility |
Approx. 15 seconds |
| Exerciser |
15 minutes every 7 days |
| Lug Range |
400 MCM - #4 |
| Dimensions |
24" H x 20" W x 7" D |
| Unit weight |
48 lbs |
| Transfer Switch for 277V/480V, 3ø |
| Number of Poles |
3 |
| Current Rating |
100 Amps |
| Voltage Rating |
277V/480V, 3ø |
Utility Voltage Monitor (fixed)
Pick-up
Drop out |
80%
60% |
| Return to Utility |
Approx. 15 seconds |
| Exerciser |
15 minutes every 7 days |
| Lug Range |
2/0 - #14 |
| Dimensions |
24" H x 20" W x 7" D |
| Unit weight |
48 lbs |
Power adjustment for ambient conditions
Temperature deration: 3% for every 10°C above 40°C or 1.65% for every 10°F above 104°F
Altitude Deration: 1% for every 100 m above 915 m or 3% for every 1000 ft. above 3000 ft.
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
 
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Installation & Owners Manual
Installation Drawings
Return Policy
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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Please make check or money order payable to: |
Gilchrist Electric, Inc. |
and send to: |
P.O. Box 10605
Bozeman, MT 59719-0605 |
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