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Features
Grade
Emergency
Style
Standby (Air Cooled)
Run Watts
10,000 Rated Watts
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Fuel
LP/Natural Gas
Engine
Generac OHVI
Generac Guardian™ 10kW Standby Generator System (100A 12-Circuit Switch)
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- Fully Automatic Operation
- 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
- Nexus™ Digital Controller Monitors & Controls All Functions
- Provides system status - compatible with Nexus™ wireless monitors
- Sound Attenuated Weather Proof Enclosure
- Attractive styling with lockable access doors
- Incorporates electrostatically applied epoxy paint technology
- Sound dampening enclosure limits sound pressure to a low 63dB(A)
- Includes 12 Circuit Load Center Style Auto Transfer Switch (100A)
- 5' Pre-wired External Connection Box From Wall to Generator
- 30' Pre-Wired Indoor Conduit From Switch To External Box
- 2' Pre-Wired Indoor Conduit From Transfer Switch To Main Panel
- 1' flexible fuel line and DVD manual included
- Listed to UL2200 Engine/Generator Standard for Safety
Specifications
5871
Overview
Weight
387 Pounds
Made in USA
Yes
Consumer Warranty
3 Years
Commercial Warranty
3 Years
Product Style
Standby Generator
Product Length
48 Inches
Product Width
25 Inches
Product Height
29 Inches
UPC
696471058710
Product Specs
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Rated Watts
10000 Watts
Surge Watts
10000 Watts
Fuel Type
LP/Natural Gas
NG Power Capacity
9000 Watts
LP Power Capacity
10000 Watts
NG Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
102 ft³/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
1.25 gallons/hr
Rated Amps
42 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.
63 dbA
Transfer Switch
Automatic (Included)
Transfer Switch Amperage
100-Amps
Battery
Not Included (525 CCA)
Enclosure
Steel
A/C Ton Rating
2.5-Tons
Mounting Pad
Composite (Included)
Transfer Switch Style
Pre-Wired (12-Circuit)
ATS Load Shedding
Not Compatible
ATS Poles
2 Poles
ATS Service Disconnect
No
Cooling System
Air Cooled
UL Listed
Yes
Grade Type
Emergency
Engine
Engine Brand
Generac OHVI
CC
530 CC
Consumer Engine Warranty
3 Years
Commercial Engine Warranty
3 Years
Engine RPM
3600 RPM
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
Yes
Transfer Switch Circuits
15A 120V
5
20A 120V
3
30A 240V
1
40A 240V
1
Reviews
(35)
Generac Guardian 5871 Reviews & Ratings
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Customer Rating
4.80
(35 Ratings)
5
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First Power Outage 2013
By John M.
Seven Hills, Ohio
Purchased 02/27/2013 |
Review Posted 11/18/2013
Last night, the power went out at 9:45 P.M. In about 15 seconds, the generator kicked in. Other than the loud POP in the Transfer Switch, the Generator performed well until the power came on again after 1 hour and 45 min.
John M. Recommends This
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5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Features, Durable, Quiet, Light Weight
Fantastic!
By Robert V.
Pomona, New York
Purchased 04/29/2013 |
Review Posted 07/28/2013
From the get go, when ordering online all went smooth. Product was a replacement for a portable 10k Generac to the auto version. Installation went well. Nobody beats a Generac product for quality and performance.
Robert V. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Features, Price, Reliable, I'd Buy It Again
Guardian 10KW Unit Up & Running...
By Michael H.
Minocqua, Wisconsin
Purchased 05/20/2013 |
Review Posted 07/23/2013
I received my Generac Guardian 10KW unit without incident -- the truck driver even helped get the unit as close to the installation site as possible. The unit was packaged securely & there was no damage. The installation went very smoothly. I don't consider the gas piping & transfer switch installation a DIY project -- at least not for me. I had an electrician install the transfer switch & other related electrical components & an HVAC contractor do the gas piping. The start-up went flawlessly as the initial, basic programming was intuitive & easy to complete.
Michael H. Recommends This
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5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Durable, Features, Reliable, High Quality
Excellent Product
By Robert M.
Plymouth, Massachusetts
Purchased 05/21/2013 |
Review Posted 07/16/2013
We purchased this because last year we lost our power for four days and we weren't going to have if happen again.
Robert M. Recommends This
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5/5
4/5
5/5
Pros:
Easy To Use
10K Generac Guardian Generator Installation
By Carroll
Bel Air, Maryland
Purchased 04/08/2013 |
Review Posted 05/20/2013
Without a lot of details,I can say that the installation of the unit went smoothly with an Electrician taking the lead with the support of a Plumber that he works with on many other installations. The unit was delivered in a timely manner and was taken to the site by the Driver of the delivery truck. I opted for the delivery truck to have a tail gate that lowers the unit to the ground,this was a $50 additional charge but was well worth it to eliminate the anxiety of worrying how I was going to get the unit back to my house 125 ft away.
At this point ,it has only been 3 wks since the installation and we have not had any weather problems to require it to go on. But this is what I expected ,that once I buy the unit, it will be my insurance policy that we won't have any more storms. The Generac unit has a very good record of Quality and reliability and the purchase price was very attractive when purchased directly from Electric Generators Direct instead of having the electrician order it. There was no problem with this arrangement and my electrician agreed that this would be a cost effective way to do this and that he could not match the unit cost. All in all, I am very satisfied with the project that cost me total around $5800. Good Luck on your installation
At this point ,it has only been 3 wks since the installation and we have not had any weather problems to require it to go on. But this is what I expected ,that once I buy the unit, it will be my insurance policy that we won't have any more storms. The Generac unit has a very good record of Quality and reliability and the purchase price was very attractive when purchased directly from Electric Generators Direct instead of having the electrician order it. There was no problem with this arrangement and my electrician agreed that this would be a cost effective way to do this and that he could not match the unit cost. All in all, I am very satisfied with the project that cost me total around $5800. Good Luck on your installation
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Rating Breakdown
4/5
4/5
4/5
4/5
Installer Review
By Stephen B.
Plymouth, Massachusetts
Purchased 02/28/2013 |
Review Posted 03/21/2013
Hi, this is my 4th generator that I have installed. I like them a lot and recommend them to everyone who is looking. The one issue that I have is the length of the cable you supply for the generator connection. I wish that you offered some different length for this. A lot of these installations are on large homes or the customer wants to get them away from their homes. Other then that one issue, I have no other problem. I am going to install one in my own home in the near future. Thanks again, and great product.
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5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
As Advertised
By Ralph
Ohio
Purchased 01/28/2013 |
Review Posted 02/20/2013
I purchased the 5871 10 KW Generac generator with the 100 Amp 12 Ckt Auto transfer switch. Also bought the cold weather kit. It was installed by a local Generac dealer.
I had to have a new service entrance and meter box installed. It was such a pleasure to shut off the main breaker and let the power company do their work. The generator had to run for over 4 hours during installation, inspection and so on. The generator and transfer switch worked perfectly. I was impressed. GREAT PRODUCT!
I had to have a new service entrance and meter box installed. It was such a pleasure to shut off the main breaker and let the power company do their work. The generator had to run for over 4 hours during installation, inspection and so on. The generator and transfer switch worked perfectly. I was impressed. GREAT PRODUCT!
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5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Guardain 10kW
By Prince
Maryland
Purchased 12/15/2012 |
Review Posted 02/16/2013
I live in the Md-DC-Va area and occasionally there are power failures. Last year the power was out for eight (8) days. I lost all food in two (2) in the freezers and a fridge. I purchased the Generac 10K unit several weeks ago to prevent the possibility of being without power again. The technician installing the unit experienced no problems . The unit self test's on schedule every week on time and I have no doubt that it will perform its backup power duties as advertised.
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5/5
5/5
5/5
Lou Menta Electrical Contractors LLC
By Lou
Doylestown, Pennsylvania
Purchased 01/09/2013 |
Review Posted 01/31/2013
We have used/installed the 10kw units.
Very quick ship time and advanced notice on arrival date makes for a happy customer
I have installed the same unit at my residence and not worried about our next outage knowing we have a Generac Guardian ready to come on line when a outage occurs
Very quick ship time and advanced notice on arrival date makes for a happy customer
I have installed the same unit at my residence and not worried about our next outage knowing we have a Generac Guardian ready to come on line when a outage occurs
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5/5
5/5
5/5
Re: Great Service and Great Price
By Felix
Sayreville, New Jersey
Review Posted 01/22/2013
After Hurricane Sandy and losing power for 8 days, we decided to install a standby electric Generac Guardian Model# 587110k. After browsing the Internet and checking several companies, I found Electric Generators Direct.
They offered the best price and the earliest delivery date. Shortly there after I decided to contact Electric Generator Direct sales department who validated the proposed delivery date, and delivered it a week early! After inspection by my contractor, he was impressed how it was shipped in a protective crate and said it was new in the box with no missing parts.Thanks to a impressive Internet distributor of Generac Generators we are happy and satisfied we bought online.
Thanks again for your outstanding service,
Felix Flores Jr
Sayreville, N.J.
They offered the best price and the earliest delivery date. Shortly there after I decided to contact Electric Generator Direct sales department who validated the proposed delivery date, and delivered it a week early! After inspection by my contractor, he was impressed how it was shipped in a protective crate and said it was new in the box with no missing parts.Thanks to a impressive Internet distributor of Generac Generators we are happy and satisfied we bought online.
Thanks again for your outstanding service,
Felix Flores Jr
Sayreville, N.J.
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