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Experience fast-acting, automatic protection from power loss with the Generac Guardian Series 5873 17,000 / 16,000 Watt Air-Cooled Propane/Natural Gas Powered Automatic Standby Generator with Steel Enclosure. Ideal for home use, this generator powers up automatically and within seconds of a power outage without the need for any manual startup. Without any buttons to push or cords to plug in, an automatic standby generator starts up by itself even when you're away! Featuring easy installation, it comes pre-wired and packaged with virtually everything necessary to connect to your home's electrical system and existing LP or natural gas fuel supply, so you can be protected the next time the lights go out.
Hands-Free Automatic Operation
When the power goes out, this generator eliminates the trouble of dealing with a fuse box in a dark basement or going outside in a storm to start a portable generator. After all LP or natural gas and electrical connections are completed, the Generac 5873 is ready to run 24/7 and requires absolutely no manual operation, no fueling, and no extension cords. The generator responds within seconds of power outages, so inconveniences like heat or air conditioning loss and burst pipes or spoiled food are quickly avoided. Find the Generac Generator That's Right for Your Needs
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When the power goes out, this generator eliminates the trouble of dealing with a fuse box in a dark basement or going outside in a storm to start a portable generator. After all LP or natural gas and electrical connections are completed, the Generac 5873 is ready to run 24/7 and requires absolutely no manual operation, no fueling, and no extension cords. The generator responds within seconds of power outages, so inconveniences like heat or air conditioning loss and burst pipes or spoiled food are quickly avoided.
Initial setup is easy. The generator arrives pre-wired and equipped with the necessary installation gear: a 16-circuit transfer switch (NEMA 1, indoor-rated only), pre-wired conduits, an outdoor connection box, a flexible fuel line pigtail, and a composite mounting pad. (Additional items and tools may be needed to complete the installation to meet local codes. Consult a licensed professional for further details.)
The unit can be programmed to perform a weekly exercise at the time of your choice, so it will be ready for continuous and reliable operation on a moment's notice. For convenience, it also offers clear, digital controls, an at-a-glance status indicator, and an external GFCI outlet to accomodate your outdoor power needs.
Superior Technology for Secure Output, Quiet Operation, and Durability
Thanks to Generac's exclusive True Power Technology, this generator provides clean, continuous power, so sensitive electronics and microchip appliances like laptops and HVAC equipment can be operated without the worry that unexpected power surges bring. Also featuring Generac's patented Quiet-Test technology, this generator is truly neighborhood-friendly: it's self-test mode is as hushed as an idling car to ensure that your daily routine is unaffected.
The generator's corrosion-resistant, galvanized steel enclosure is protected by Generac's proprietary RhinoCoat system--a unique process that binds the paint to the metal surface for a long-lasting, durable finish. This allows the generator to sit outdoors and withstand harsh weather conditions without developing an unsightly appearance.
Like all Generac generators, this model is UL (Underwriters Laboratories) listed for safety.
Rugged, Worry-Free Design
The generator features the 992cc Generac OHVI® Engine, an exclusive air-cooled generator engine with a high-performance design that can accommodate large electrical loads. The engine optimizes power to respond swiftly to changing conditions. To add to your peace of mind, the engine requires routine maintenance only once every two years, or after 200 hours of use.
This Generac generator meets CARB requirements. It requires a Group 26R 12-volt minimum 525 CCA battery (sold separately).
What's in the Box
Generac Guardian Series 5873 17,000/ 16,000 Watt Automatic Standby Steel Generator; 100 Amp NEMA 1 automatic transfer switch with 16-circuit load center; 30-foot, 5-foot, and 2-foot pre-wired conduits; outdoor connection box; 1-foot flexible fuel line pigtail; composite mounting pad; installation guide and owner's manual.
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| Model # | Rated Power (Watts) | Enclosure Type | Automatic Transfer Switch | CARB Compliant |
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| 5870 | 8,000 | Steel | 100 Amp NEMA 1 8 circuit load center | Yes | |
| 5871 | 10,000 | Steel | 100 Amp NEMA 1 10 circuit load center | Yes | |
| 5872 | 14,000 | Steel | 100 Amp NEMA 1 14 circuit load center | Yes | |
| 5873 | 17,000 | Steel | 100 Amp NEMA 1 16 circuit load center | Yes | |
| 5874 | 17,000 | Aluminum | 100 Amp NEMA 1 16 circuit load center | Yes | |
| 5875 | 20,000 | Aluminum | 200 Amp Nexus Smart Switch NEMA 3R service rated | Yes | |
| 5887 | 20,000 | Aluminum | Not Included | Yes | |
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| Model # | Rated Power (Watts) | Enclosure Type | Transfer Switch | CARB Compliant |
| QT02516ANSX | 25,000 | Steel | Not included | Yes | |
| QT03016ANSX | 30,000 | Steel | Not included | Yes | |
| QT04524ANSX | 45,000 | Steel | Not included | No | |
| QT042524ANSC | 45,000 | Steel | Not included | Yes | |
| Model # | Rated Power (Watts) | Enclosure Type | Transfer Switch | CARB Compliant |
| QT02224ANAX | 22,000 | Aluminum | Not included | Yes | |
| QT02724ANAX | 27,000 | Aluminum | Not included | Yes | |
| QT03624ANAX | 36,000 | Aluminum | Not included | No | |
| QT04842ANAX | 48,000 | Aluminum | Not included | No | |
Product Description
Includes 16 Circuit EZ Switch With Built-In Load Center (GRCNRTS16EZA1), 1-ft Flexible Fuel Line Connector, Composite Mounting Pad, Instruction Sheets
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87 of 95 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars
buyer beware!!!!!,
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This review is from: Generac Guardian Series 5873 17,000 Watt Air-Cooled Liquid Propane/Natural Gas Powered Standby Generator With Transfer Switch (CARB Compliant) (Lawn & Patio)
I am the proud owner of a well-maintained dead generac 16Kw generator with a whopping 72 hours of use, mostly exercise cycle time. The generac we originally purchased was unable to hold oil upon delivery, and was eventually replaced under warranty. Four years later during a brief power outage a couple of weeks ago our generac failed. The local dealer determined the rotor, the most expensive component to replace, had failed. If you do some research, you will find that this is a fairly common problem. We approached the manufacturer with a warranty claim, but, since their warranty was only two years, the best they were willing to do is sell us the replacement part at their cost, about $565 and leave me to eat the labor to install (including diagnostics to determine problem), another
$300. So, let's see, they are only willing to forgo their profit on a part that was engineered to last for 20 years and failed at about 20% of life expectancy, and is well-known to do so. Not wanting to throw good money after bad, we'll be buying a new, better, generator from another manufacturer. I think it's likely you will be disappointed if you buy a Generac product as a long term investment, because as a company they are quite unconcerned with providing you with a product that will perform at all beyond the brief factory warranty. There are many better alternatives out there.
71 of 77 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars
Save your money and buy candles & flashlights,
By Craig W. Pollard (Sandston, VA United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Generac Guardian Series 5873 17,000 Watt Air-Cooled Liquid Propane/Natural Gas Powered Standby Generator With Transfer Switch (CARB Compliant) (Lawn & Patio)
I've had my Generac generator for 5 years and the two times I've needed it, it's failed within 1 hour of use. It "excercised" fine weekly and was regularly maintained by a Generac Service Provider but still didn't work when needed. Over the course of five years we've had to replace an electrical board, the rotor, the stator, the brushes and the last straw was one morning while excercising, the engine blew blowing a hole in the side of the block. Generac's "resolution team" was absolutely no help, simply repeating that the warranty expired after three years. Avoid these things like the plague and get yourself a good portable generator.
36 of 37 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
No big problems,
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This review is from: Generac Guardian Series 5873 17,000 Watt Air-Cooled Liquid Propane/Natural Gas Powered Standby Generator With Transfer Switch (CARB Compliant) (Lawn & Patio)
I had one of these installed a few years ago after Hurricane Rita knocked out my power; my neighbors and my ex thought I was nuts and was waisting my money. I make sure that I hear it excercise every week and I have it serviced at the beginning of hurricane season every year. The one problem I did have with it was a blown fuse that had to be replaced by a local service provider. The diligence paid off two years ago in Hurricane Ike. The unit ran for 3 days without interuption. We were the only house with lights and power in the neighborhood; that alone was worth the initial ridicule but the icing on the cake was hearing the second-hand comments about how I was right all along. I will never own another house without a generator
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