PowerProtect™ 26kW Home Standby Generator
The Most Powerful Air-Cooled Home Standby Generator! With enough power for a whole house, even heavy loads like your air conditioner, power everything with a PowerProtect™ 26kW¹ Home Standby Generator. Don't sacrifice anything when the power goes out, live life uninterrupted, and make power outages a thing of your past. PowerProtect offers protection from outages, increases the value of your home and can even reduce home insurance premiums.
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Features
Highest Rated Power Output on Natural Gas2
Engineered with NGMax for superior power and performance with convenient hookups for both liquid propane and natural gas.
Corrosion Protection
Reinforced, corrosion-resistant aluminum enclosures and bases with Dura-Zen™ coating for a long-lasting, attractive appearance.
Vanguard® Commercial-Grade Engine
Designed for reliable, continuous performance - from the engine experts at Briggs & Stratton.
Superior Motor Starting
Best motor starting in the industry2 to ensure smooth operation of your large appliances during startup. More power2 than the competition.
Most Comprehensive Warranty in the Industry3
No out-of-pocket costs; labor, parts, and service are all included. That’s up to a $849 value!
Eco-Cise™ Weekly Test Mode
Our short 16-second weekly test mode ensures your generator is in top operating condition while reducing noise and fuel consumption.
Flexible Installation & Maintenance
Approved for installation as close as 18” to a building4 with easy toolless panel removal for serviceability and maintenance.
Suitable for Off-Grid use or Demand Response Programs
Certified for non-emergency use, partner with your utility company’s demand response program and receive rewards for helping reduce the overall load on the power grid.
Specifications
| 040806 | |
| Running Watts (Liquid Propane) kW** | 26 |
| Running Watts (Natural Gas) kW** | 24 |
| Running Amperage (Liquid Propane) Amps** | 108.3 |
| Running Amperage (Natural Gas) Amps** | 100 |
| Voltage | 120 / 240 |
| Circuit Breaker Amps | 125 |
| Engine Brand | Briggs & Stratton® Vanguard® Commercial-Grade |
| Engine Displacement (cc) | 993 |
| Motor Starting Capability (kVA) | 65.5 (35% voltage dip) |
| Assembled Length (in.) | 46.5 |
| Assembled Width (in.) | 26.8 |
| Assembled Height (in.) | 28.4 |
| Assembled Weight (lbs.) | 540 |
| Normal Operating Sound | 65 dBA |
| Fuel Consumption (Liquid Propane) (50% Load, BTU/hr)*** | 235,000 |
| Fuel Consumption (Natural Gas) (50% Load, BTU/hr)*** | 206,000 |
| Limited Warranty (Years) | 10-Year Comprehensive |
1 This generator is listed in accordance with UL (Underwriters Laboratories) 2200 (stationary engine generator assemblies) and CSA (Canadian Standards Association) standard C22.2 No.100-14 (motors and generators).
2 In its named class.
3 See operator’s manual or briggsandstratton.com for complete warranty details.
4 The installation manual contains specific instructions related to generator placement in addition to NFPA 37, including the requirement that carbon monoxide detectors be installed and maintained in your home or business.