Generac Guardian Series 5501 8,000 Watt

Experience fast-acting, automatic protection from power loss with the Generac Guardian Series 5501 8,000 / 7,000 Watt Air-Cooled Propane/Natural Gas Powered Automatic Standby Generator with Steel Enclosure.

This generator for home use powers up automatically and within seconds of a power outage without the need for any manual startup, and with no intervention from the owner. Without any buttons to push or cords to plug in, an automatic standby generator starts up by itself even when you’re away!

Remember it is very important that your home generator works even when you are not in your home. Imagine how you would feel, hearing that in your absence your neighborhood had lost power, and your home and belongings were at risk. Generac home generators will give you the peace of mind, and the knowledge that your home is safe and protected against emergency failure even in your absence.

The location of your whole house generator is very important. You should discuss this with the manufacutere in advance of installation. There will be guidelines on power sockets, temperature and the type of area best suited to housing your unit safely. As a rule of thumb do not place your power unit anywhere that you would not place for example a home computer.

The environment will have an impact on performance and also longevity, with easy access also a consideration. Whilst the generac series and make is robust and carries a firm guarantee, this might be at risk if you do not adhere to the manufacturers instructions for housing your generator.

You are always well advised to have your generator professionally installed, this option is usually covered in the price. Do not be tempted to install it yourself if you are not qualified. After all you have spent thousands on this investment and you want to make sure it is in perfect working order.