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Kohler Home Standby Generator - 12kW, 7000 V-Twin Engine, PowerBoost Technology, Runs on Natural Gas or Liquid Propane, Model# 12RESV-QS8

Item# 6478697
"Kohler Home Standby Generator - 12kW, 7000 V-Twin Engine, PowerBoost Technology, Runs on Natural Gas or Liquid Propane, Model# 12RESV-QS8"
Kohler Home Standby Generator - 12kW, 7000 V-Twin Engine, PowerBoost Technology, Runs on Natural Gas or Liquid Propane, Model# 12RESV-QS8

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Kohler Home Standby Generator - 12kW, 7000 V-Twin Engine, PowerBoost Technology, Runs on Natural Gas or Liquid Propane, Model# 12RESV-QS8

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$4199.00

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  • Powerful 12kW automatically restore power in just 10 seconds with the premium power of a Kohler generator that delivers advanced voltage and frequency regulation while still protecting valuable electronics
  • Compatible to run on natural gas (11W) or liquid propane (12kW) with simple switching between natural gas and liquid propane in the field
  • Powered by reliable KOHLER Series 7000 V-twin engine with efficient OHV design
  • Standard 5-year 2000-hour limited warranty backed by Kohler’s reliability and performance
  • PowerBoost™ technology provides power to start large loads such as central air conditioners without dropping power to other appliances

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Product Summary

Since 1920, KOHLER has been building reliable and high-performing generators to automatically provide backup power for your home and family in the case of an outage. The 12kW KOHLER generator automatically restores power in just 10 seconds with the reliable KOHLER series 7000 V-twin engine, designed and tested for tough commercial applications. With the ability to run on natural gas (11kW) or liquid propane (12kW), KOHLER generators connect to existing fuel supplies to provide premium voltage power with frequency regulation that also protects valuable electronics. KOHLER’s PowerBoost™ technology provides power to start large loads such as central air conditioners without dropping power to other major appliances and electronics. With a built-in remote monitoring system, get real-time alerts on the status of your generator, thanks to the continuous monitoring done by the KOHLER® Energy Management App. The 12kW KOHLER generator features a quiet, neighborhood-friendly operation and new enclosure design in steel, dipped in e-coat for extra corrosion protection and painted with a durable powder coat finish. KOHLER generators are backed by a standard 5-year/2000-hour limited warranty.

What's Included

    (1) Standby Generator

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Features + Benefits

  • Powerful 12kW automatically restore power in just 10 seconds with the premium power of a Kohler generator that delivers advanced voltage and frequency regulation while still protecting valuable electronics
  • Compatible to run on natural gas (11W) or liquid propane (12kW) with simple switching between natural gas and liquid propane in the field
  • Powered by reliable KOHLER Series 7000 V-twin engine with efficient OHV design
  • Standard 5-year 2000-hour limited warranty backed by Kohler’s reliability and performance
  • PowerBoost™ technology provides power to start large loads such as central air conditioners without dropping power to other appliances
  • Get real-time alerts on the status of your generator, thanks to the continuous monitoring done by the KOHLER® Energy Management App.
  • Easy-to-use, RDC2 LCD controller provides integrated control for the generator set, Kohler Model RXT transfer switch, programmable interface module (PIM), and load shed kit
  • Quiet, neighborhood-friendly operation with sound levels similar to a typical central air conditioner
  • Bold new Kohler enclosure design in steel, dipped in e-coat for extra corrosion protection and painted with a durable powder coat finish

Key Specs

AttributeSpecification

item#

6478697

Brand

Kohler

Manufacturer's Warranty

5 year limited warranty

Ship Weight

433.0 LB

Voltage

120/240

Rated Kilowatts LP

12

Surge Kilowatts LP

12

Rated Kilowatts NG

11

Surge Kilowatts NG

11

Fuel Type

Dual Fuel - Natural Gas and Propane

Engine Brand

Kohler

Engine Model

KT725

Engine Displacement

725 cc

Enclosure Material

Galvanized Steel

Start Type

Automatic and Manual

Fuel Capacity

0 Gal

Full Load Fuel Consumption

2.83 GPH
AttributeSpecification

Number of Outlets

0

Battery Required

Yes

Battery Included

No

Transfer Switch Amps

0

Auto Shutdown

Yes

Overload Protection

Yes

Low Oil Shutdown

Yes

Hour Meter

Yes

Hertz

60

Engine Cooling

Yes

Built-in Inverter

No

Total Harmonic Distortion

<5%

CARB Compliant

Yes

Horsepower

48.33

Product Weight

433.0000 lb

Dimensions L x W x H (in.)

30.6 x 28.0 x 32.4 in

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  1. What is the noise rate

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    1. The generator is rated at 71 decibels (DBA) when running.

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  2. Does it include the transfer switch?

    1 answer

    1. The transfer switch would have to be purchased separately. The part number is RXT-JFNC-200ASEQS4 and can be purchased through the manufacturer directly.

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Warranty

Manufacturer's Warranty

5 year limited warranty

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