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FREE SHIPPING — Generac GUARDIAN Series Air-Cooled Automatic Standby Generator — 8 kW (LP)/7 kW (NG), Steel, Model# 5501

Generac provides peace of mind for homeowners with 24/7 automatic power protection from blackouts whether you are home or away. Back up preselected circuits or the whole house within seconds of a power outage. Permanently installed. Runs on LP or natural gas. Includes prewired, prepackaged, 8-circuit automatic transfer switch for easy installation.

Item#:
167130
 
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Only $2099.99
 
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Stock Status:
Factory Shipped —
Delivery Time: 11 - 16 Business Days
 
Ship Weight:
415.0 lbs
 
 
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Product Specs
 
Key Specs
Rated Watts (kW)
8
Engine Displacement (cc)
410
Engine
OHVI
Speed (RPM)
3,600
Rated Watts LP (kW)
8
Rated Watts NG (kW)
7
Volts
120/240
Amps
33.3 LPG / 29.2 NG
Engine Cooling
Air
Start Type
Automatic
Phase
1
Noise Level (dB)
62
Transfer Switch
Automatic NEMA 1
Fuel Type
LP or natural gas
Enclosure
Steel
Mounting Pad
Yes
Battery Required
Yes
Battery Included
No
Auto Shutdown
Yes
UL Listed
Yes
Dimensions L x W x H (in.)
48 x 25 x 29
 
Additional Specs
  • 8 kW liquid propane
  • 7 kW natural gas
  • Generac OHVI® 410cc industrial engine for long-run, long-life operation
  • Handsfree operation: no fueling, no manual starting, no extension cords
  • True Power™ technology for safe operation of sensitive electronics
  • Powerful output for greater starting power
  • Steel enclosure with Rhino Coat™ paint finish for durability
  • 100 Amp Automatic NEMA 1 transfer switch with 30-ft., 5-ft. and 2-ft. prewired conduits
  • Flexible fuel line connector
  • Outdoor connection box
  • Composite mounting pad
  • UL listed
  • Standby generators require installation involving permanent outdoor placement, electrical wiring and fuel source connections. We recommend the use of a trained professional for final connections of gas and electric.

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FREE SHIPPING — Generac GUARDIAN Series Air-Cooled Automatic Standby Generator — 8 kW (LP)/7 kW (NG), Steel, Model# 5501
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