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Features
Grade
Emergency
Style
Standby (Air Cooled)
Run Watts
20,000 Rated Watts
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Fuel
LP/Natural Gas
Engine
Generac OHVI
Generac Guardian™ 20kW Home Standby Generator
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- Fully Automatic Operation When Paired With Generac Smart Switch™
- Generac OHVI Air-Cooled Engine
- Features plateau honed cylinder walls and plasma moly rings
- Full pressure lubrication system w/ 2 year oil change interval
- Aids in cooling the engine for longer life
- Operates On Clean Burning, Efficient Natural Gas or LP (Vapor)
- Skewed Rotor Design For Smooth Output Waveform "Clean Power"
- Automatic voltage regulator equipped for +/- 1% regulation
- Evolution™ Digital Controller Monitors & Controls All Functions
- Provides system status for wireless monitors & Mobile Link™
- Sound Attenuated Steel Weather Proof Enclosure
- Sound dampening enclosure limits sound pressure to a low 66dB(A)
- Incorporates electrostatically applied epoxy paint technology
- Can Be Installed Within 18" Of A Building*
- Must be away from windows & doors, *Check Local Building Codes
- Built-in Battery Charger (Battery Sold Separately)
- Automatic Transfer Switch - ATS (Sold Separately)
- Select the ideal ATS & SMM modules for load shed capabilities
- Automatic Operation Only & Listed to UL2200 Standards For Safety
- 5-Year Limited Warranty & 24/7/365 Customer Care
Specifications
6730
Overview
Weight
516 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
696471067309
Product Specs
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Rated Watts
20000 Watts
Surge Watts
20000 Watts
Fuel Type
LP/Natural Gas
NG Power Capacity
18000 Watts
LP Power Capacity
20000 Watts
NG Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
205 ft³/hr
NG Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
308 ft³/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
2.08 gallons/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
3.85 gallons/hr
Rated Amps
83 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.
66 dbA
Transfer Switch
Automatic (Not Included)
Battery
Not Included (525 CCA)
Enclosure
Steel
A/C Ton Rating
5-Tons
Cooling System
Air Cooled
UL Listed
Yes
Grade Type
Emergency
Engine
Engine Brand
Generac OHVI
CC
999 CC
Consumer Engine Warranty
5 Years
Commercial Engine Warranty
5 Years
Engine RPM
3600 RPM
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
Yes
Reviews
(4)
Generac Guardian 6730 Reviews & Ratings
Best Investment In A While
By Joseph S.
Middletown, Ohio
Review Posted 09/17/2016
We live in a rural community in southwest Ohio and have on average at least 4 power failures a year. Most of the time they are only a few hours but sometimes last 6-8 hours. The longest was about 2 days. Our home is "all electric" which means when the power is out there is no cooking, heating or cooling. Since we use well and cistern water, a power failure also means no water.
Several years we installed a Generac Guardian 20 kW LP backup generator with a 4 circuit load shed panel. This allows us to use a smaller generator even for a power hungry house like ours. If power consumption goes too high, some less critical loads are automatically taken off line until demand drops back down. (I mean is it REALLY necessary to use your clothes dryer, oven, stovetop and air conditioner ALL at the same time during a power failure?) Any way the system is truly fantastic!
Power failures have gone from being a major disruption to barely noticeable. 30 seconds after the power goes out the generator kicks on and life simply goes back to normal. It is so quiet, we usually have to open the back door to listen and see if the generator is still running or if city power has come back on. It has been 100% reliable in all weather conditions. This is absolutely the best investment we have ever made in our home. If you live in an area with occasional power outages, you should seriously consider this unit.
Several years we installed a Generac Guardian 20 kW LP backup generator with a 4 circuit load shed panel. This allows us to use a smaller generator even for a power hungry house like ours. If power consumption goes too high, some less critical loads are automatically taken off line until demand drops back down. (I mean is it REALLY necessary to use your clothes dryer, oven, stovetop and air conditioner ALL at the same time during a power failure?) Any way the system is truly fantastic!
Power failures have gone from being a major disruption to barely noticeable. 30 seconds after the power goes out the generator kicks on and life simply goes back to normal. It is so quiet, we usually have to open the back door to listen and see if the generator is still running or if city power has come back on. It has been 100% reliable in all weather conditions. This is absolutely the best investment we have ever made in our home. If you live in an area with occasional power outages, you should seriously consider this unit.
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Great Equipment, Good Service!
By Chris
Washougal, Washington
Purchased 05/16/2016 |
Review Posted 07/02/2016
General is a great product and it runs well, just as advertised. The generator came in just a few days, but the transfer switch I ordered was 2 weeks late. Finally, they sent another and all was well.
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Pros:
Easy To Use, Price, Reliable, I'd Buy It Again
High Quality Service
By Louis T.
Gales Ferry, Connecticut
Purchased 08/21/2015 |
Review Posted 10/13/2015
Generac Guardian 20kW generator Model 6730 was installed in a Senior Housing Central Facility with service connected transfer switch.
Products were delivered in a timely manner and installation went smoothly as planned. System operates on natural gas and was tested under load.
Products were delivered in a timely manner and installation went smoothly as planned. System operates on natural gas and was tested under load.
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More power Scotty
By John P.
Williamstown, New Jersey
Review Posted 07/18/2015
In Southern NJ we have had a couple of recent power outages. The last one in my area lasted 12 hours while other closer towns were out for over a week.
Whenever the power goes out I just shout "More power Scotty" (From Star Trek) and in a couple of seconds my homes power is back totally.
During the last outage my neighbor hooked up to an outside outlet in order o keep his freezer full of meat running. Also since we have well water the generator kept water flowing.
Since my house is total electric my Generac is operated by LP gas.
Best investment made.
Whenever the power goes out I just shout "More power Scotty" (From Star Trek) and in a couple of seconds my homes power is back totally.
During the last outage my neighbor hooked up to an outside outlet in order o keep his freezer full of meat running. Also since we have well water the generator kept water flowing.
Since my house is total electric my Generac is operated by LP gas.
Best investment made.
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Manufacturer Response
It sounds like you're enjoying the capabilities of your automatic standby generator! We're happy to learn that the unit is performing admirably. Thank you for providing us with your review. To be sure that your unit is properly registered for warranty, we would recommend registering your unit with Generac Nation via the following link: http://www.generac.com/generac-nation-sign-up?cid=frm-105-aa . If you have any questions about the registration process, please do not hesitate to contact us directly at 888-GENERAC (436-3722). Again, we thank you for your thoughtful feedback.
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Worked like a charm
By James
Michigan
Purchased 08/18/2014 |
Review Posted 10/21/2014
After my professional electrician and mechanical guys hooked everything up, they tested it and it worked like a charm to power up our home.
Now It does it's weekly exercise without a hitch, right on schedule, and I feel prepared for any electrical emergency at our home for the first time in my life.
Now It does it's weekly exercise without a hitch, right on schedule, and I feel prepared for any electrical emergency at our home for the first time in my life.
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