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Features
Generac GenReady 125-Amp Automatic Transfer Switch & 200-Amp Load Center
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- Generator Ready
- Makes a home ready for a home standby generator
- Ideal during new construction or major electrical retrofit
- Hybrid Panel
- Consolidates main load center and automatic transfer switch
- Easier and cheaper to install one switch instead of two
- 200-Amp Main Load Center
- Dimensions are the same as a standard main load center
- 40 circuit capacity with the use of tandem breakers
- 125-Amp Automatic Transfer Switch
- EZ Transfer Operator restores power up to 18 circuits (30 tandem)
- Service entrance rated for easy installation
- Compatibility
- Designed for Guardian air-cooled and liquid-cooled generators
- Will NOT work with other standby generator brands
- Single panels are compatible with generators up to 125A/30 kW
- Single generators can support multiple GenReady load centers
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Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including Di-n-butyl phthalate (DBP) which is known to the State of California to cause Developmental Harm.
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Specifications
5449
General Information
Product Category
Generator Transfer Switches
Overview
Product Category
Generator Transfer Switches
Weight
49 Pounds
Made in USA
Yes
Consumer Warranty
2 Years
Product Length
43.25 Inches
Product Width
15.63 Inches
Product Height
4 Inches
UPC
696471054491
Product Specs
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Rated Amps
125 Amps
Enclosure
NEMA 1R
ATS Poles
2 Poles
Maximum Wattage
30000 Watts
UL Listed
Yes
Reviews
(6)
Generac Guardian 5449 Reviews & Ratings
Great Idea Combining A Automatic Transfer Switch And Load Center
By John R.
Ridgefield Park, New Jersey
Purchased 01/01/2020 |
Review Posted 01/24/2020
The Idea of putting the two together makes for a faster install for a electrician and for a homeowner can get a generator whenever they want. Makes sense wish more brands did this.
John R. Recommends This
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Manufacturer Response
Thank you for the rating, we appreciate your feedback. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our customer support team at 888-GENERAC (436-3722).
Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Durable, Easy To Use, Price, Id Buy It Again
Cons:
could use more breaker spaces
Nice Quality
By Steven F.
Flat Rock, Alabama
Purchased 09/24/2019 |
Review Posted 10/16/2019
It is exactly as described. The product makes generator installation look very neat.
Steven F. Recommends This
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Manufacturer Response
Thank you for the review, we appreciate your feedback. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our customer support team at 888-GENERAC (436-3722).
Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Features, High Quality, I'd Buy It Again
Lugs Broke Off
By David W.
Chagrin Falls, Ohio
Purchased 05/16/2017 |
Review Posted 06/07/2017
My electrician was installing the 3 power leads today and the entire top assembly broke off. This may be a one-off failure, but the time delay to get a replacement is delaying construction. I have a four year old version of this unit in another home and it has worked properly. Lugs breaking off is so fundamental I cannot recommend the Generac model 5440 transfer panel.
David W. Does Not Recommend This
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Expert Response
This is a rare occurrence and we would consider it to be a one-off issue. We apologize for any issues you experienced with this transfer switch.
Ken D.
eComfort Product Expert
Rating Breakdown
4/5
1/5
1/5
4/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, Quiet, Price
Cons:
Low Quality
Great Product
By Dan K.
New York
Purchased 07/21/2016 |
Review Posted 09/24/2016
My installer said it was a great box to install and work with (his first experience with this product) it made our service upgrade a breeze and took up a lot less room.
Dan K. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Single Family Home Use
By Bill
Virginia
Purchased 12/18/2012 |
Review Posted 02/16/2013
3500 SF home with gas furnace/ heat pump, gas water heater, electric wall oven. Installed 14kw unit (60 amp output) using natural gas and whole-house transfer switch. Generac equipment is quality stuff -- well designed and well made. Installation instructions are good, but not great. I'm a construction oriented electrical engineer, but some of the installation details were a bit vague. Luckily I hired an electrician who had installed several similar units before, so he knew the ropes.
If I had done the install without help, I would have had some questions and spent a good bit of extra time figuring things out -- for example, how/where do the electrical conduits tie to the gen cabinet? how and why to disconnect the ground bond in the transfer switch, where to connect the gas pressure meter, etc. The actual start-up and checkout instructions after installation were great.
The accessory skirt looks fine, but serves no real purpose that I can see -- about like fender skirts on old cars.The wireless remote monitor is very worthwhile and works well. Room for improvement, but definitely worthwhile.
If I had done the install without help, I would have had some questions and spent a good bit of extra time figuring things out -- for example, how/where do the electrical conduits tie to the gen cabinet? how and why to disconnect the ground bond in the transfer switch, where to connect the gas pressure meter, etc. The actual start-up and checkout instructions after installation were great.
The accessory skirt looks fine, but serves no real purpose that I can see -- about like fender skirts on old cars.The wireless remote monitor is very worthwhile and works well. Room for improvement, but definitely worthwhile.
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Rating Breakdown
4/5
4/5
4/5
4/5
Very comfortable
By Don H.
Milton, West Virginia
Purchased 09/13/2012 |
Review Posted 11/19/2012
Since installing the generator, approx. 6 weeks ago, we have had 2 power failures, one of which lasted over two hours. Our generator kicked on, automatically within seconds, and we were very comfortable with complete use of all appliances.
We were the only home on our street to have power,. Many of our neighbors are now interested in adding a generator to their home.
We were the only home on our street to have power,. Many of our neighbors are now interested in adding a generator to their home.
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Product Q&A
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Product Questions
Answered by Ken, the eComfort Product Expert
If I purchase the Generac 14KW model 6247 and the Genready Load center 5449, Will I need to purchase any additional items for hook up? Will the battery charger connect to the 5449 center?
Sam Stowasser
from West Virginia
January 31, 2014
Does this have a 200 amp main breaker?
What kind of breakers does it use and if they are special to this device, where can they be purchased?
Also, can this be installed without adding the standby generator at this time and it work properly for normal electric service?
Thanks
Monte Fogle
from Texas
October 11, 2013
Can you suggest a generator package that will work with the Model 5449 Panel? Looking for something around 8-12kW. Thanks!
Andres
from Massachusetts
June 03, 2012
Can you manually switch the 4559 transfer panel? Thanks.
Kevin Johnson
from Washington
January 23, 2012
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