Generac 5873 17,000/16,000 Watt Air Cooled Standby Generator w/ Steel Enclosure 100 AMP EZ Switch
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- Provides 17,000 watts (liquid propane) or 16,000 watts (natural gas)
- Quiet-Test weekly self-test is quieter with less fuel consumption than comparable generators
- Ideal for coastal residents; (optional) aluminum enclosure provides excellent weather protection, including from salt air
- Additional safety is provided with the external GFCI outlet
- Installation is made easier with composite mounting pad (a great substitute when a concrete pad is not required)
- Includes 100 amp pre-wired EZ switch
- Generac's own OHVI engine is made specifically for generators, delivering 3-4 times greater performance
- TruePower technology makes the generated power safe for use with sensitive electronics
If you live by the coast, you know better than anyone the effect that salt air can have on standby generators. If you want a great way to provide backup power to your home that won't succumb to salt air, consider the Air Cooled Standby Generator from Generac. This 17kW/16kW generator has an (optional) aluminum enclosure that is weatherproof and won't let any salt air into the inner workings. You can choose which fuel source you prefer, whether it's liquid propane or natural gas. Nobody likes being without their appliances, computers, tv, etc. That's why TruePower technology is incorporated; it provides clean power that is compatible with those sensitive but essential electrics. If you don't need a concrete pad, the included composite mounting pad is a nice alternative that is included. Also included is a 100 amp pre-wired EZ switch. To ensure that the 5873 is working well, it runs a weekly self-test that runs quieter and with less fuel consumption than many generators with a similar function. Don't be caught unprepared in troubled times, Generac is on your side.
Covered by Generac's 3 Year Limited Warranty. Click Here for Generac Warranty Documentation.
The 5873 includes:
- One (1) Generac Guardian Series 17,000 Watt Air-Cooled Liquid Propane/Natural Gas Powered Standby Generator With Transfer Switch (CARB Compliant)
Tech Specs:
- Model#: 5873
- Rated Power (Watts): 17,000
- Enclosure Type: Steel
- Automatic Transfer Switch:100 Amp NEMA 1, 16 circuit load center
- CARB Compliant: Yes
- Voltage (Single Phase): 240
- Amps @ 240V LPG: 58.3
- Amps @ 240V NG: 54.2
- Engine/Alternator RPM: 3600
- Generac Engine: OHVI / 922cc
- Fuel Consumption @ full load LPG cu. ft/hr (gal.hr): 84 (2.30)
- Fuel Consumption @ full load NG cu. ft/hr (gal.hr): 220
- Quiet-Test Mode: No
- db(A) at exercise: 66
- db(A) at normal operating load: 66
- No. of circuits provided with pre-wired EZ Switch: 14
- Enclosure Color: Bisque
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