GUARDIAN® 17/16 kW HOME GENERATOR #5504 / 5505 |
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Main features Standby generatorsare hardwired to a house electrical system via a transfer switch and permanently connected to an external fuel source (such as liquid propane or natural gas). They can automatically supply continuous power to pre-selected circuits or the whole house in case of emergency for as long as the fuel is available.Generac's standby generators (such as Guardian®, Guardian Elite™ and QuietSource™) are among the best selling home generators on the market. Their 17/16kW air-cooled genset models 5504 and 5505 are popular choices for homes with up to 5-ton central air conditioner. Note that regardless of place of purchase, you can order installation and service from GUARDIAN® local dealers or use your own licensed contractors. Main features:- Whisper-Test™ technology for low nnoise - An option with a corrosion-resistant aluuminum enclosure (model 5505) - Comes pre-wired and pre-packaged with coomposite mounting pad for fast installation - Automatic Voltage Regulator with qualityy electrical output for sensitive electronics (THD<5%) -CARB compliant - 2 year, 200 hour oil change intervals (ffirst time after 8 hours of operation) - 2-year standard warranty FUEL CONSUMPTION (approximate): - 183 cu.ft/hr NG / 1.61 gal/hr LPG at hallf load; - 261 cu.ft/hr NG / 2.57 gal/hr LPG at fulll load. AUTOMATIC OPERATION The genset's control panel includes a control logic circuit board. This board constantly monitors utility power source voltage. Should that voltage drop below 65% of nominal (which is 78VAC), a sensor energizes a 10 second timer. After 10 sec., the engine will crank and start if utility is still low. After the engine starts, the control circuit lets it warm up for about 5 seconds. After that it activates the transfer switch and connects load circuits to the standby power supply. When line voltage is restored above 75% of nominal (which is 90 VAC), a re-transfer time delay starts timing. After 13 sec. circuit board de-energizes transfer relay in the transfer switch if utility is still present and transfer loads back to the grid. After re-transfer, the engine cools down for one minute and then shuts down. MANUAL OPERATION Use genset's AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch and UTILITY/STANDBY handle inside transfer switch according to user's manual. PRICES AND REVIEWSSee users' reviews for 5504. Since these models are relatively new, also see Generac generator users' reviews for the predecessor model 5244 (16kW-LPG/15kW-NG). The model 5504 with steel enclosure is a lower cost version that sells online for about $3600. If you live in a salt air coastal area, and you are concerned of enclosure's corrosion, consider version #5505  with
aluminum enclosure, which typically costs a few hundred dollars more.See also emergency standby home systems and Discount Generators. If you prefer to deal with a local dealer or an installer (not neccesarily Generac or Guardian), complete a quote request form. |
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any errors. For official specifications and warranty info contact the product manufacturer. The model may not start all brands or models of central A/C. Make sure the surge capability (amps) of the generator is greater than the LRA listed on the name plate of the air conditioner. Otherwise, you may need to install a "hard start" kit (for more info see our Sizing guide). The sole responsibility when selecting a product rests with you, the buyer. Also see our website's general Terms of Use linked below. For other systems see our detailed comparison chart of standby generators. |
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