Description
Powerful Whole-Home Backup with Advanced Remote Monitoring
Product Overview
The Kohler 26RCAL-200SELS Standby Generator delivers 26kW of reliable backup power to keep your home or small business running smoothly during power outages and storms. Equipped with an automatic 200A transfer switch and designed with Kohler’s award-winning engineering, this generator ensures seamless transition to backup power, protecting your essential appliances, HVAC systems, electronics, and security systems in seconds.
Key Features
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Powerful Performance
Automatically restores power within 10 seconds, capable of running a 5-ton (60,000 BTU) air conditioner, major household appliances, and sensitive electronics simultaneously.
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Heavy-Duty KOHLER Command PRO® Engine
Features hydraulic valve lifters that eliminate the need for lengthy break-in periods and expensive valve adjustments, operating at 3600 RPM for consistent power.
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PowerBoost™ Technology
Delivers robust starting power to large loads such as central air conditioners without dropping power to other appliances.
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Exceptional Motor-Starting Capacity
Provides up to 39 kVA at 240V peak motor-starting capacity for demanding electrical loads.
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Premium Power Quality
Offers digital voltage and frequency regulation with ±1.0% accuracy and low harmonic distortion, ensuring safe operation for sensitive electronics.
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Quiet Operation
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Durable, Weather-Resistant Enclosure
Aluminum powder-coated enclosure withstands hurricane-force winds up to 181 mph and resists fading, scratching, and corrosion.
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Flexible Fuel Options
Operates on natural gas or liquid propane (LPG) with simple field switching for installation flexibility.
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Advanced RDC2 Digital Controller
Controls both the generator and RXT transfer switch functions, designed for modern electronics with an intuitive interface.
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App Connect Remote Monitoring
Monitor generator status, receive real-time alerts, and manage maintenance schedules from your smartphone, tablet, or PC with the KOHLER Energy Management App.
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Automatic Transfer Switch Included
Comes with a 200A outdoor-rated service entrance automatic transfer switch with load shed kit, ensuring seamless power transition during outages.
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Streamlined Installation
Includes built-in mounting pad and simple terminal block for easy field connections, reducing installation time and costs.
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Certifications & Awards
EPA, UL 2200, cUL listed, and recognized by Building Products magazine with the MVP Award for outstanding design and reliability.
Specifications
| General |
Details |
| Brand |
Kohler |
| Model |
26RCAL-200SELS |
| Product Type |
Standby Generator |
| Rated kW (LP) |
26 kW |
| Rated kW (NG) |
24 kW |
| Amps (LP) |
109 amps |
| Amps (NG) |
100 amps |
| Engine Manufacturer/Model |
KOHLER CH1006 |
| Engine Displacement |
999 cm³ (61 cu. in.) |
| Horsepower |
NG: 33.0 HP, LP: 36.4 HP |
| Cylinder Arrangement |
V-2 |
| Engine RPM |
3600 RPM |
| Cooling System |
Air-cooled |
| Fuel Type |
Natural Gas or Liquid Propane |
| Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load (NG) |
180 cfh |
| Fuel Consumption @ 50% Load (LP) |
85 cfh |
| Frequency |
60 Hz |
| Phase |
Single Phase |
| Voltage |
120/240 |
| Digital Voltage Regulation |
±1.0% |
| Peak Motor Starting Capacity @ 240V |
39 kVA |
| Alternator Type |
2-Pole, Rotating Field |
| Sound Output (Exercise Mode) |
56 dB(A) |
| Sound Output (Full-Speed Operation) |
67 dB(A) |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) |
47 x 26.0 x 32.3 inches (1193 x 660 x 820 mm) |
| Weight |
670 lbs. (304 kg) |
| Mounting Pad |
Built-in |
| Controller |
RDC2 Digital Controller |
| Response Time |
10 seconds |
| Transfer Switch Included |
Yes (200A) |
| Remote Monitoring |
KOHLER Energy Management App |
| Certifications/Listings |
EPA, UL 2200, cUL |
| Country of Origin |
USA |
| Application |
Utility Backup |
| Enclosure Material |
Aluminum |
| Warranty |
5-Year / 2,000-Hour Comprehensive Limited Warranty |
Warranty
✔ 5-Year Comprehensive Limited Warranty
Covers parts and labor for five years or up to 2,000 operating hours, ensuring long-term peace of mind and reliable performance.
Why Choose the Kohler 26RCAL-200SELS Standby Generator?
The Kohler 26RCAL-200SELS 26kW Standby Generator combines powerful, efficient backup with advanced digital monitoring and robust motor-starting capacity, making it ideal for whole-home backup or light commercial applications requiring reliable power, durability, and smart management in all weather conditions.
