Description
Complete Whole-Home Power Protection System
The Generac 7228 Guardian Series delivers professional-grade backup power with 18,000 watts on propane (17,000W on natural gas), automatically restoring electricity to your entire home in just 30 seconds during outages. This complete system includes a 200A NEMA 3R-rated transfer switch and features Generac's industrial G-Force engine for unmatched reliability.
Key System Components:
✔ 18kW Standby Generator (LP/NG compatible)
✔ 200A Automatic Transfer Switch (aluminum enclosure)
✔ Mobile Link™ WiFi Monitoring
✔ Composite Installation Pad
✔ Smart Battery Charger
Premium Features & Benefits
✅ Intelligent Power Management
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True Power Technology™ (<5% THD) ensures clean power for sensitive electronics
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Evolution Controller with multilingual LCD display (English/Spanish/French)
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Mobile Link Remote Monitoring via smartphone/tablet
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200A transfer switch manages whole-house power distribution
✅ Superior Engine Performance
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G-Force™ 816cc V-Twin OHV Engine (pressure-lubricated)
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Consistent 18kW output on propane (17kW on natural gas)
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Low oil shutdown protection
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Automatic voltage regulation (±1%)
✅ Quiet & Efficient Operation
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66dB noise level at normal load (quieter than competitors)
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Quiet-Test™ mode reduces noise during self-tests
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Flexible exercise cycles (bi-weekly, weekly, or monthly)
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Fuel efficient: 1.7 gal/hr propane @ 50% load
✅ Durable Construction
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All-weather aluminum enclosure with RhinoCoat™ finish
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Improved locking system for security
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Corrosion-resistant components
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Compact 48"L × 25"W × 29"H footprint
Technical Specifications
Power Output & Performance
| Specification |
Propane (LP) |
Natural Gas (NG) |
| Rated Wattage |
18,000W |
17,000W |
| Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load |
1.7 gal/hr |
182 cfh |
| Response Time |
30 seconds |
| THD |
<5% |
Transfer Switch Details
Physical Dimensions
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Dimensions: 48" L × 25" W × 29" H
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Weight: 515 lbs
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Noise Level: 66dB @ 23 feet
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Mounting: Composite pad (included)
Why Choose the Generac 7228?
✔ American-Made Reliability - Engineered and assembled in the USA
✔ Smart Monitoring - Real-time status updates via Mobile Link™
✔ Fuel Flexible - Runs on natural gas or propane
✔ Quiet Operation - 66dB is quieter than most competitors
✔ 5-Year Warranty - Industry-leading protection
Ideal Applications
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Whole-house backup for 4,000-5,000 sq. ft. homes
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Medical equipment support
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Sump pump/HVAC protection
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Rural properties with frequent outages
Warranty & Support
✔ 5-Year Limited Warranty
✔ 24/7 Generac Customer Support
