17 kW Air-Cooled Standby Generator

The NEW Generac 17 kW standby generator provides  the quietest, cleanest and most affordable pre-wired, pre-packaged  power protection on the market. It comes standard with a 16 circuit  automatic transfer switch that protects most critical circuits in your home. For extra convenience, this model has a digital control panel, external main circuit breaker, system status LED, maintenance interval LED, and an external GFCI outlet for outdoor power needs

Convenient, Hands-Free Operation No fueling. No manual start. No extension cords. Runs on natural gas or liquid propane

Clean, Smooth Power True Power™ Technology provides safe operation of sensitive electronics

Powerful Output Increased output for more protection, includes automatic transfer switch with 16 circuits protected (NEMA 1, indoor rated only)

Quietest, Confident Operation Patented Whisper Test™ feature makes the 17kW model as quiet as a car at idle during the weekly self-testing cycle

Easiest Installation Includes 30 ft., 5 ft. & 2 ft. pre-wired conduits, outdoor connection box, flexible fuel line pigtail and composite mounting pad 

Generac OHVI® Industrial Engine The only air-cooled engine designed specifically for generators 

• Long-run, long-life design: Over 3,000 hours of run time 

• High-torque design: Responds instantly to large electrical loads 

• Low-maintenance: 2 year, 200 hour service intervals 

Protective Enclosure Galvanized steel and tough paint finish for unmatched durability (For ultimate weather protection, Model 5505 features an aluminum enclosure for superior corrosion resistance) 

UL Listed For safety and certified power ratings 

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