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Generac Guardian® 16kW Aluminum Standby Generator System (200A Service Disconnect + AC Shedding) w/ Wi-Fi + 3" GenPad™ + Battery
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EGD-7178KIT
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- 16k Guardian Air-Cooled Standby Generator Package
- Protects your home and family during a power outage
- Includes Mobile Link™ Wi-Fi Remote Monitoring*
- Monitor generator status on a smart phone, tablet or PC
- *Requires internet connection and wireless router
- 5-Year Limited Warranty + 24/7-365 Customer Support
- Have your questions answered when it's convenient for you
- 200-Amp Service Entrance Rated Automatic Smart Switch
- Installs between main meter & service panel
- Allows for faster and less costly installation
- Standard Smart A/C Management Module
- Allows for the Smart Control of (4) A/C units
- Great for homes with multiple Air conditioners (24 VAC controlled)
- Add Up To (8) Smart Management Modules (SMM) (Sold Separately)
- Frequency (Hz) monitoring design, no control wire required
- Versatile design, easily prioritize loads & lock-out non-essential loads
- NEW Generac G-Force 800 Series Engine
- Hydraulic lifters for improved performance & less maintenance
- Full pressure lubrication system w/ 2 year oil change interval
- Operates On Clean Burning, Efficient Natural Gas or LP (Vapor)
- Connects to your existing LP or natural gas fuel supply
- TRUE POWER™ Electrical Technology
- Less than 5% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) for utility grade power
- Automatic Digital Voltage Regulation (+/-1%)
- Allows for faster response time & maximum motor starting ability
- Evolution™ 2.0 Digital Controller
- Multilingual, 2-Line LCD display for simple, straightforward operation
- Programmable-exerciser helps prevent oil seal drying and damage
- QUIET-TEST™ Self-Test Mode
- Runs at a lower RPM for a five or twelve minute test
- Aluminum Enclosure w/ RhinoCoat™ Powder-Coated Finish
- Corrosion resistant design for all weather conditions
- Installation Flexibility*
- Can be installed within 18" of a building
- *Always check local building codes
- Generac Standby Generators & Engines - Built In The USA*
- Built in the USA using domestic & foreign parts
- Additional Features
- Smart battery charger & 14" Flexible fuel line connector
- Also Includes:
- GenPad™ Standard 3" Composite Cement Pad & Battery
- Automatic Transfer Switch Model # RXSW200A3
- (1) Generac Guardian® 16kW Aluminum Standby Generator System (200A Service Disconnect + AC Shedding) w/ Wi-Fi (7178)
- (1) GenPad™ Standard 3" Composite Cement Pad for Generac 9kW-26kW (2016+) (10000007852)
- (1) UN2794, Battery, Wet, Filled with Acid,8 Emergency 800-424-9300 (5819)
Product Includes
Specifications
Product Includes
- (1) Generac Guardian® 16kW Aluminum Standby Generator System (200A Service Disconnect + AC Shedding) w/ Wi-Fi (7178)
- (1) GenPad™ Standard 3" Composite Cement Pad for Generac 9kW-26kW (2016+) (10000007852)
- (1) UN2794, Battery, Wet, Filled with Acid,8 Emergency 800-424-9300 (5819)
EGD-7178KIT
Overview
Weight
420 Pounds
Made in USA
Yes
Consumer Warranty
5 Years
Commercial Warranty
5 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
16000 Watts
Fuel Type
LP/Natural Gas
NG Power Capacity
16000 Watts
LP Power Capacity
16000 Watts
NG Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
185 ft³/hr
NG Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
245 ft³/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
1.70 gallons/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
2.99 gallons/hr
Rated Amps
66.7 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.
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Transfer Switch
Automatic (Included)
Transfer Switch Amperage
200-Amps
Battery
Included
Enclosure
Aluminum
Circuit Breaker Size
70 Amps
A/C Ton Rating
2 x 4-Tons
Mounting Pad
Composite (Included)
Transfer Switch Style
Service Disconnect
ATS Load Shedding
Built-In
ATS Service Disconnect
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
UL Listed
Yes
Grade Type
Emergency
Wi-Fi Remote Monitoring
Yes
Engine
Engine Brand
Generac OHVI
Starting System
12v Auto Start
CC
816 CC
Consumer Engine Warranty
5 Years
Commercial Engine Warranty
5 Years
Engine RPM
3600 RPM
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
Yes
7178
Overview
Weight
420 Pounds
Made in USA
Yes
Consumer Warranty
5 Years
Commercial Warranty
5 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
16000 Watts
Fuel Type
LP/Natural Gas
NG Power Capacity
16000 Watts
LP Power Capacity
16000 Watts
NG Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
185 ft³/hr
NG Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
245 ft³/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
1.70 gallons/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
2.99 gallons/hr
Rated Amps
66.7 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.
65
Transfer Switch
Automatic (Included)
Transfer Switch Amperage
200-Amps
Battery
Not Included
Enclosure
Aluminum
Circuit Breaker Size
70 Amps
A/C Ton Rating
2 x 4-Tons
Mounting Pad
Composite (Included)
Transfer Switch Style
Service Disconnect
ATS Load Shedding
Built-In
ATS Service Disconnect
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
UL Listed
Yes
Grade Type
Emergency
Wi-Fi Remote Monitoring
Yes
Engine
Engine Brand
Generac OHVI
Starting System
12v Auto Start
CC
816 CC
Consumer Engine Warranty
5 Years
Commercial Engine Warranty
5 Years
Engine RPM
3600 RPM
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
Yes
10000007852
General Information
Product Category
Generator Accessories
Overview
Product Category
Generator Accessories
Weight
189 Pounds
Product Length
54 Inches
Product Width
31 Inches
Product Height
3 Inches
5819
Overview
Weight
30 Pounds
Product Length
8.7 Inches
Product Width
6.8 Inches
Product Height
7.6 Inches
Product Specs
Frequency
60 Hertz
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