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2024 Briggs & Stratton PowerProtect™ DX 26kW Standby Generator (040800)

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Year2024

MakeBriggs & Stratton

ModelPowerProtect™ DX 26kW Standby Generator (040800)

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Description

The Most Powerful Air-Cooled Home Standby Generator! Power everything with a PowerProtect™ DX 26kW¹ Home Standby Generator. The 26kW generator supplies enough power for a whole house, even heavy loads like your air conditioner. That means you won't have to 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.

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 $1,225 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.
In-House Call Support: Enjoy direct access to our US-based Briggs & Stratton energy experts whenever you need them.

Specifications

Model Number: 040800
Running Watts (Liquid Propane) kW**: 26
Running Watts (Natural Gas) kW**: 24
Running Amperage (Liquid Propane) Amps**: 91.7
Running Amperage (Natural Gas) Amps**: 91.7
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

NOTES:

**This generator is rated 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). ***Fuel consumption rates are estimated based on normal operating conditions. Generator operation may be greatly affected by elevation and the cycling operation of multiple electrical appliances - fuel flow rates may vary depending on these factors.