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Generac Guardian® 10kW Aluminum Standby Generator System (100A ATS w/ 16-Circuit Load Center) w/ Wi-Fi
Model:
7172
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Required Accessories
9
These accessories are required to properly setup/install this product.
Optional Accessories
10
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 Aluminum Standby Generator System (100A ATS w/ 16-Circuit Load Center) w/ Wi-Fi
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- 10kW (LPG) / 9kW (NG) Air-Cooled Standby Generator System
- Protects your home and family during a power outage
- Includes Mobile Link™ Wi-Fi Remote Monitoring*
- Monitor generator status on a smart phone, tablet or PC
- *Requires internet connection and wireless router
- 5-Year Limited Warranty
- Plus 24/7-365 Customer Support
- Have your questions answered when it's convenient for you
- 100-Amp Automatic Transfer Switch w/ Integrated Load Center
- NEMA 3R Outdoor Aluminum enclosure
- Great when main breaker panel is located outdoors
- 16-Circuit Essential Circuit Load Center
- For large main service & only partial generator backup
- Allows you to backup 120V & 240V circuits
- Compatible w/ 1" standard, tandem, GFCI & AFCI breakers
- New 460cc Generac G-Force Engine
- Specifically designed for the demanding standby environment
- Full pressure lubrication system w/ 2 year oil change interval
- Operates On Clean Burning, Efficient Natural Gas or LP (Vapor)
- Connects to your existing LP or natural gas fuel supply
- TRUE POWER™ Electrical Technology
- Less than 5% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) for utility grade power
- Automatic Digital Voltage Regulation (+/-1%)
- Allows for faster response time & maximum motor starting ability
- Evolution™ 2.0 Digital Controller
- Multilingual, 2-Line LCD display for simple, straightforward operation
- Programmable-exerciser helps prevent oil seal drying and damage
- QUIET-TEST™ Self-Test Mode
- Runs at a lower RPM for a five or twelve minute test
- Aluminum Enclosure w/ RhinoCoat™ Powder-Coated Finish
- Corrosion resistant design for all weather conditions
- Installation Flexibility*
- Can be installed within 18" of a building
- *Always check local building codes
- Generac Standby Generators & Engines - Built In The USA*
- Built in the USA using domestic & foreign parts
- Also Includes
- Smart battery charger & 14" Flexible fuel line connector
- Please Note - Battery Not Included (Sold Separately)
- Automatic Transfer Switch Model # RXG16EZA3
*NOTE - Some Images show OPTIONAL Fascia Kit - Fascia Kit is SOLD SEPARATELY
California residents see
Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including Carbon monoxide which is known to the State of California to cause Developmental Harm
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
For more information go to: www.p65Warnings.ca.gov
Specifications
7172
General Information
Product Category
Generator - Standby
Overview
Product Category
Generator - Standby
Weight
335 Pounds
Made in USA
Yes
Consumer Warranty
5 Years
Commercial Warranty
5 Years
Product Style
Standby Generator
Product Length
48 Inches
Product Width
25 Inches
Product Height
29 Inches
Installation Available
Yes
UPC
696471074673
Product Specs
Voltage
120/240 Single-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Rated Watts
10000 Watts
Fuel Type
LP/Natural Gas
NG Power Capacity
9000 Watts
LP Power Capacity
10000 Watts
NG Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
101 ft³/hr
NG Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
127 ft³/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load
.97 gallons/hr
LP Fuel Consumption @ 100% Load
1.48 gallons/hr
Rated Amps
41.7 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.
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Transfer Switch
Automatic (Included)
Transfer Switch Amperage
100-Amps
Max Circuits
16
Battery
Not Included
Enclosure
Aluminum
Circuit Breaker Size
45 Amps
Mounting Pad
Composite (Included)
Transfer Switch Style
Standard Installation
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
Wi-Fi Remote Monitoring
Yes
Engine
Engine Brand
Generac OHVI
Starting System
12v Auto Start
CC
460 CC
Consumer Engine Warranty
5 Years
Commercial Engine Warranty
5 Years
Engine RPM
3600 RPM
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
Yes
Reviews
(31)
Generac Guardian 7172 Reviews & Ratings
Customer Rating
4.42
(31 Ratings)
85% recommend this product
5
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Generac has come out with a new 7172 10kW standby generator. .
The Evolution series digital controller allows for some really neat accessories. Wireless monitors are offered in 3 styles: basic status alerts, advanced wireless monitoring, or the mobile link system, which allows you to review the generators' status via any cellular device.
The 7172 has an aluminum enclosure with RhinoCoat finish that can sustain winds up to 150 mph. If you live in an area that gets pummeled with salt water, the good news is you now have a lower kW option with the aluminum enclosure.
The Evolution series digital controller allows for some really neat accessories. Wireless monitors are offered in 3 styles: basic status alerts, advanced wireless monitoring, or the mobile link system, which allows you to review the generators' status via any cellular device.
The 7172 has an aluminum enclosure with RhinoCoat finish that can sustain winds up to 150 mph. If you live in an area that gets pummeled with salt water, the good news is you now have a lower kW option with the aluminum enclosure.
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
My Second Generac In About 16 Yrs
By Richard J.
Pennsylvania
Purchased 12/30/2024 |
Review Posted 02/01/2025
I've been very impressed with Generac, my current 8k Generac is still running strong after 16yrs, we have had some really long power outages over the years that have a last 1 to almost two weeks straight at a time, we never shut it down even once during those outages the only problems we have had over the years were the following---Nexus controller replaced under warranty, engine head gasket replace by me ( if i would have retorqued it, it probably would have never went bad) and I believe only 3 batteries and regular oil changes and air filters, and I'm hoping my new 10k will do even better! "Electric Generators Direct" are the best in my opinion, I bought the previously mentioned 8K from them 16yrs ago also with what i remembered as unbelievably fast and perfect delivery and best price and this time they did it even quicker, I received everything the next day LTL trucking with lift gate in perfect condition!!! believe it or not we are just keeping this "new 10k" one "On stock" for the day that the 8k finally dies, we are not "preppers" but we are worried with tariffs and other things going on in the world we better be get one before the prices go thru the roof! THANK YOU "ELECTRIC GENERATORS DIRECT" !!!!
Richard J. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
3/5
Pros:
I'd Buy It Again, Reliable, Durable, Exceeded Expectations
Cons:
None
Generator Will Not Start
By Dan P
New York
Purchased 03/09/2024 |
Review Posted 04/27/2024
Generator was hooked up by licensed plumber and a licensed electrician and it will not run.
Dan P Does Not Recommend This
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Expert Response
Very sorry you're having trouble starting your generator. Generac provides a 5-Year Warranty on this model. Please utilize Generac's Dealer Locator to find a local servicing dealer for warranty support. For more information, Generac can be directly @ 888-436-3722
Jared G.
Generator Expert
Rating Breakdown
1/5
1/5
1/5
1/5
7172 Generac 10kW
By Paul B
Connecticut
Purchased 02/12/2024 |
Review Posted 03/05/2024
Overall a nice generator.
Paul B Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
3/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, I'd Buy It Again
Cons:
Expensive
Requires Online Activation
By Jeremiah N
Indiana
Purchased 09/24/2023 |
Review Posted 11/07/2023
Installation was beautiful, supported by good product documentation. When going through the startup procedure, I downloaded the app, and found that it wouldn't accept the serial number of the machine. No big deal, I thought, I'll just go without the remote monitoring function on my phone until I get that sorted... Nope! You can't set the generator to automatically start with power failure until you register it and receive an activation code FOR THE GENERATOR from Generac. After waiting for an hour on hold, the support staff determined that it was a problem in their system with this serial number. She was able to provide me with an activation code, and allow the generator to auto start. I still can't access the remote monitoring app, because apparently that part didn't get fixed.
Very disappointing: you can't even use the intended function of this generator (auto start on power failure) without online/phone activation and giving them your home address and phone number. I won't buy anything from Generac again because of that required activation.
Very disappointing: you can't even use the intended function of this generator (auto start on power failure) without online/phone activation and giving them your home address and phone number. I won't buy anything from Generac again because of that required activation.
Jeremiah N Does Not Recommend This
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Rating Breakdown
1/5
1/5
5/5
3/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, Price
WiFi features not a plus
By Richard C
Washington
Purchased 04/13/2023 |
Review Posted 06/14/2023
So this was a necessity replacement for our home location and power outages that we experience. Speaking to multiply reps didn't give full information on the wifi factors that any outage beyond 3 hrs requires reconnecting generator to wifi for app features and operation, let alone you need an app download to register the system. In this day and age the technology adapted to a generator that supply's house power holds no weight simply frustration when you live remotely and experience consistent power outages throughout the year. Now to tell me I have to reconnect after any outage longer than three hours?, I'm sorry but that's simply a joke. Redesign the system if this is the selling point of a generator.
Richard C Recommends This
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Expert Response
The wifi is not required for operation of the generator, it's simply for the convenience of monitoring the system.
Jared G.
Generator Expert
Manufacturer Response
We apologize your experience has not been satisfactory. We'd like to help! Please give us a call at 888-436-3722. We’re available 24/7/365.
Rating Breakdown
1/5
5/5
3/5
2/5
Cons:
Bad Instructions
16 Seconds!
By Paul S
Illinois
Purchased 02/28/2023 |
Review Posted 05/03/2023
First, let me say that due to potential flooding issues, this unit was mounted on a trailer along with a 120 gallon propane tank, and connected to the home using NEMA rated twist lock connectors. The transfer switch was permanently mounted on the structure, above the flood level. We now have a portable 10,000 watt propane powered power supply!
But, most important- When we shut down utility power, this unit restored power in 16 seconds!
The instant power was lost, the screen on the Gennie woke up, and counted 5 seconds. when 5 seconds of no power elapsed, it auto started, then ran 10 more seconds, then BOOM, it hit the transfer switch, power was back on like nothing ever happened!
Amazing.
The ONLY complaint i had was the set up, the Required WI FI did not work (we are out in the country!) and it will not run until you get "The Code" from Generac. We had to call in and get it. Not a big deal, but was not expecting that issue.
But, most important- When we shut down utility power, this unit restored power in 16 seconds!
The instant power was lost, the screen on the Gennie woke up, and counted 5 seconds. when 5 seconds of no power elapsed, it auto started, then ran 10 more seconds, then BOOM, it hit the transfer switch, power was back on like nothing ever happened!
Amazing.
The ONLY complaint i had was the set up, the Required WI FI did not work (we are out in the country!) and it will not run until you get "The Code" from Generac. We had to call in and get it. Not a big deal, but was not expecting that issue.
Paul S Recommends This
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Manufacturer Response
Thank you for taking time out of your day to provide us with your valuable feedback. If you run into any questions, please give us a call at 888-436-3722!
Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
I'd Buy It Again
Cons:
Bad Instructions
Generac Is The Best
By Lawrence H
Georgia
Review Posted 12/28/2022
Bought two generators lately and both preform as advertised. No problems so far. I exported them to Guyana and they worked perfectly.
Lawrence H Recommends This
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Manufacturer Response
Thank you for taking time out of your day to provide us with your valuable feedback. If you run into any questions, please give us a call at 888-436-3722!
Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
4/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, High Quality, Features, Reliable
Cons:
None
Not The Quality I Was Expecting
By Ken L
Washington
Review Posted 09/30/2022
I purchased this generator to replace the same size Guardian that was installed in 2009 and had a catastrophic engine failure with only 440 hours. This unit was received and installed in Sep. 2021. I was oustide when the unit was running around Jan. of this year and something didn't sound right, kind of like bearing noise. After contacting several Generac authorized service dealers in my area I finally got one to come out and take a look. I found that the service centers shy away when you say it's under warranty.
The service guy showed up around the last week of Feb. to take a look. He did agree that it didn't sound right and said it sounded like the bearing was bad on the armature of the generator. He said it could take up to 45 days to receive the bearing and would let me know when it came in to schedule an appointment. After several months and not hearing back I called the service company and coincidentally was told the bearing just arrived. The service company came back on July 13th to replace the bearing.
After disassembly I was told they couldn't remove the bearing and would have to take it back to there shop to press it off and the new one back on. After not hearing back for several weeks I called the shop to inquire about the repair and coincidentally again was told it was finished. The service company arrived on Aug. 10th with the new bearing installed and reassembled the unit. They started the unit up and it sounded terrible and they shut it back down. After the 3 techs finished consulting I was told that they would have to contact Generac about the problem. I got the runaround for several weeks saying they were waiting for a call from Generac or that Generac required measurements that they would have to return and get. Finally I was told that Generac was going to send a whole new armature assembly to replace the old one which was over 2 weeks ago.
The bottom line is that it looks like I received a generator with a defect and have been trying to get it repaired under warranty. So far the generator has been offline for 2-1/2 months with no repair date in site. I have a lost confidence in the quality of this generator and total loss of confidence in getting warranty repair work done in a timely manner.
The service guy showed up around the last week of Feb. to take a look. He did agree that it didn't sound right and said it sounded like the bearing was bad on the armature of the generator. He said it could take up to 45 days to receive the bearing and would let me know when it came in to schedule an appointment. After several months and not hearing back I called the service company and coincidentally was told the bearing just arrived. The service company came back on July 13th to replace the bearing.
After disassembly I was told they couldn't remove the bearing and would have to take it back to there shop to press it off and the new one back on. After not hearing back for several weeks I called the shop to inquire about the repair and coincidentally again was told it was finished. The service company arrived on Aug. 10th with the new bearing installed and reassembled the unit. They started the unit up and it sounded terrible and they shut it back down. After the 3 techs finished consulting I was told that they would have to contact Generac about the problem. I got the runaround for several weeks saying they were waiting for a call from Generac or that Generac required measurements that they would have to return and get. Finally I was told that Generac was going to send a whole new armature assembly to replace the old one which was over 2 weeks ago.
The bottom line is that it looks like I received a generator with a defect and have been trying to get it repaired under warranty. So far the generator has been offline for 2-1/2 months with no repair date in site. I have a lost confidence in the quality of this generator and total loss of confidence in getting warranty repair work done in a timely manner.
Ken L Does Not Recommend This
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Manufacturer Response
Thank you for the review, we appreciate your feedback. We recommend contacting our customer support team at 888-436-3722 as they will be better able to assist you.
Rating Breakdown
2/5
1/5
1/5
1/5
Cons:
Low Quality
GOOD TO GO
By SnowmanXT
New York
Review Posted 07/24/2022
This is a great model. Of the ones I've been a part of, they've been phenomenal.They are the smallest of the two cylinder Generac Auto-Standby generators in the Residential Class. Two cylinders perform better with heavier loads. The smaller generator size means less fuel required to provide service. So, as long as it's sized correctly it'll do the job for less.
I believe only one of the 10 kw generators has an alarm registered in the alarm history - and that was prior to purchase, which means it most likely occurred at the factory. The others that I'm associated with have zero alarms in their alarm history going back close to ten years. An impressive history of reliability.
The owners of these units haven't had a bad thing to say about their decision to go with this 10 kw model.
They use to be packaged with a Whole House Transfer Switch but I haven't seen that in a while. To purchase the generator and the transfer switch separately drives the cost up to where the 14 kw unit looks more attractive. It may be a decision to more closely provide the coverage without disappointment, I'm not certain of the reason.
I believe only one of the 10 kw generators has an alarm registered in the alarm history - and that was prior to purchase, which means it most likely occurred at the factory. The others that I'm associated with have zero alarms in their alarm history going back close to ten years. An impressive history of reliability.
The owners of these units haven't had a bad thing to say about their decision to go with this 10 kw model.
They use to be packaged with a Whole House Transfer Switch but I haven't seen that in a while. To purchase the generator and the transfer switch separately drives the cost up to where the 14 kw unit looks more attractive. It may be a decision to more closely provide the coverage without disappointment, I'm not certain of the reason.
SnowmanXT Recommends This
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Manufacturer Response
Thank you for taking time out of your day to provide us with your valuable feedback. If you run into any questions, please give us a call at 888-436-3722!
Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
I'd Buy It Again, High Quality, Reliable, Exceeded Expectations
Disappointed
By Anthony P
Pennsylvania
Review Posted 06/05/2022
After installation first start up unit ran shortly and then low oil pressure failure. Unit was inspected and ultimately the units engine might have to be replaced. Unit should have never left the factory this way. Now I’m screwed for who knows how long
Anthony P Does Not Recommend This
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Expert Response
Very sorry you've experienced issues with your generator. Generac provides a 5-Year Warranty on this model. The service dealer you're currently working with should be able to get that issue resolved for you. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused you.
Jared G.
Generator Expert
Manufacturer Response
Thank you for the review, we appreciate your feedback. We recommend contacting our customer support team at 888-436-3722 as they will be better able to assist you.
Rating Breakdown
1/5
1/5
1/5
1/5
Product Q&A
(1)
Product Questions
Answered by Jared, the Generator Expert
What circuits does this unit have?
Kirk
from Pennsylvania
May 03, 2020
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