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Generac CorePower 7kW Home Standby Generator System (50-Amp 8-Circuit Automatic Switch)
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5837
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Required Accessories
9
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Optional Accessories
10
Features
Grade
Emergency
Style
Standby (Air Cooled)
Run Watts
6,000 Rated Watts
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Fuel
LP/Natural Gas
Engine
Generac
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- Fully Automatic Operation - Includes Automatic Transfer Switch
- The most affordable standby generator system on the market
- Generac OHV Air-Cooled Engine
- Cast iron cylinder walls provides durability & long engine life
- Full pressure lubrication system w/ spin-on oil filter
- Revolving Field Alternator Design
- Allows for a smaller, light weight unit
- Operates 25% more efficiently than a revolving armature generator
- Automatic Voltage Regulation
- Prevents damaging voltage spikes
- Weather Protective Composite Polymer Enclosure & Mounting Pad
- Will not rust & is ideal for harsh and coastal installations
- Enclosed Critical Grade Muffler
- Provides quiet operation and provides added safety
- Includes 8 Circuit Load Center Style Auto Transfer Switch (50A)
- Mounts near existing distribution panel for easy installation
- Added Features
- Manual/Auto/Off Switch & Seven Day Exerciser
- Main Line Circuit Breaker & Timed Trickle Battery Charger
- Listed to UL2200 Engine/Generator Standard for Safety
Specifications
5837
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Overview
Weight
250 Pounds
Made in USA
Yes
Consumer Warranty
2 Years
Product Style
Standby Generator
Product Length
24.4 Inches
Product Width
30.2 Inches
Product Height
33 Inches
UPC
696471058376
Product Specs
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Rated Watts
6000 Watts
Surge Watts
7000 Watts
Fuel Type
LP/Natural Gas
NG Power Capacity
6000 Watts
LP Power Capacity
7000 Watts
NG Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
83 ft³/hr
NG Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
148 ft³/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
0.99 gallons/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
1.26 gallons/hr
Rated Amps
25 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.
67 dbA
Transfer Switch
Automatic (Included)
Transfer Switch Amperage
50-Amps
Battery
Not Included (525 CCA)
Enclosure
Composite
Mounting Pad
Composite (Included)
ATS Load Prioritizing
Not Compatible
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
CC
432 CC
Engine RPM
3600 RPM
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
Yes
Transfer Switch Circuits
15A 120V
5
20A 120V
1
30A 240V
1
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