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Generac Guardian™ 22kW Aluminum Home Standby Generator

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7042

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Optional Accessories 10

Features

Grade

Emergency

Style

Standby (Air Cooled)

Run Watts

22,000 Rated Watts

Voltage

120/240 Single-Phase

Fuel

LP/Natural Gas

Engine

Generac OHVI

  • 22kW (LPG) / 19.5kW (NG) Guardian Air-Cooled Standby Generator
  • Protects your home and family during a power outage
  • *Automatic Operation Only*
  • Fully automatic operation when paired with Generac Smart Switch
  • 5-Year Limited Warranty
  • Plus 24/7
  • Generac's G-Force Engine
  • Specifically designed for the demanding environment standby generators endure
  • 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
  • Less than 5% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) for utility grade power
  • Allows for faster response time & maximum motor starting ability
  • Evolution
  • Multilingual, 2-Line LCD display for simple, straightforward operation
  • Programmable-exerciser lets you set how often & what time generator will self-test
  • Tough, Durable All-Aluminum Sound Attenuated Enclosure
  • RhinoCoat powder-coated finish keeps enclosure protected from the elements
  • Compatible With Mobile Link
  • Easily monitor generator status anywhere with a smartphone, tablet, or PC
  • 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:
  • Base fascia kit, 12" Flexible fuel line and Direct-To-Dirt composite mounting pad
  • Built-in Battery Charger (Battery Sold Separately)
California residents see
Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including Carbon monoxide which is known to the State of California to cause Developmental Harm.
For more information go to: www.p65Warnings.ca.gov

Specifications

7042
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Overview
Weight
466 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
UPC
696471070422
Product Specs
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Rated Watts
22000 Watts
Fuel Type
LP/Natural Gas
NG Power Capacity
19500 Watts
LP Power Capacity
22000 Watts
NG Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
216 ft³/hr
NG Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
310 ft³/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
2.56 gallons/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
3.87 gallons/hr
Rated Amps
91.6 Amps
Decibel Rating @ 7m Learn More
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.
67 dbA
Transfer Switch
Automatic (Not Included)
Battery
Not Included (540 CCA)
Enclosure
Aluminum
A/C Ton Rating
5-Tons
Mounting Pad
Composite (Included)
Cooling System
Air Cooled
UL Listed
Yes
Grade Type
Emergency
Engine
Engine Brand
Generac OHVI
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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