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Briggs & Stratton 040806 Home Standby Generator PowerProtect 26kW
The most powerful air-cooled standby generator on the market.
Power everything with Briggs & Stratton® PowerProtect 26kW 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. Our NGMax™ technology provides more power on natural gas, giving you more power for your money. And with the longest and most comprehensive standard warranty in the industry, you’ll enjoy years of worry-free performance.
Live life uninterrupted and make power outages a thing of your past. PowerProtect Home Standby Generators offer protection from power outages, increase the value of your home, and can even reduce home insurance premiums — it’s an investment that keeps on giving.
Features
- Highest Rated Power Output on Natural Gas3
Engineered with NGMax for superior power and performance with convenient hookups for both liquid propane and natural gas. - Superior Motor Starting
Best motor starting in the industry3 to ensure smooth operation of your large appliances during startup. More power3 than the competition. - Corrosion Protection
Reinforced, corrosion-resistant aluminum enclosures and bases with Dura-Zen™ coating for a long-lasting attractive appearance. - Flexible Installation & Maintenance
Approved for installation as close as 18" to a building4 with easy toolless panel removal for serviceability and maintenance. - Vanguard® Commercial-Grade Engine
Designed for reliable, continuous performance— from the engine experts at Briggs & Stratton. - Suitable for Off-Grid use or Demand Response Programs
Certified for non-emergency use, partner with your utility company’s demand response program to receive incentives for helping reduce the overall load on the power grid. - 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. - Most Comprehensive Warranty in the Industry2
No out of pocket costs; labor, parts, service all included. That’s up to a $849 value! - In-House Call Support
Enjoy direct access to our US-based Briggs & Stratton energy experts whenever you need them.
Footnotes:
- 1 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 (motor and generators).
- 2 See operator’s manual or energy.briggsandstratton.com for complete warranty details.
- 3 In its named class.
- 4 The installation manual contains specific instructions related to generator placement in addition to NFPA 37, including the requirement that carbon monoxide detectors be installed and maintained in your home or business.
- 5 Of global and U.S. parts
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General
Manufactured In
USA
Type
Home Generator
Starting Method
Auto/Manual
Installation
Stationary
Rated Maximum Continuous Power Capacity (LP)
26,000W
Rated Maximum Continuous Power Capacity (NG)
24,000W
Total Harmonic Distortion
Less than 5%
Phase
1
Number of Rotor Poles
2
Operating Temperature (Charging)
-28 to 40 / -20 to 104
Voltage
120 / 240
Frequency
60Hz
Engine/Alternator RPM
3600
Enclosure
Steel
Approximate Dimensions
Height (in)
28.4
Width (in)
26.8
Length (in)
46.5
Warranty Information
Manufacturer Warranty
6 Years Limited
Approximate Weight
Unit Weight (lbs.)
540
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Frequently Asked Questions
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This generator supports both liquid propane and natural gas, providing flexible fueling options. It features NGMax technology to deliver superior power and performance with natural gas, ensuring efficient and reliable operation.
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It provides a maximum continuous power capacity of 26,000 watts on liquid propane and 24,000 watts on natural gas, making it powerful enough to run an entire home including heavy loads like air conditioners with smooth motor starting to handle appliance startup loads.
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The generator is designed for stationary installation and can be installed as close as 18 inches from a building. It includes a corrosion-resistant steel enclosure with a durable finish and offers easy toolless panel removal for maintenance purposes.
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It comes with a 6 years limited manufacturer warranty that covers parts, labor, and service with no out-of-pocket costs, providing one of the most comprehensive coverage plans in the industry for long-term peace of mind.
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Yes, it includes an Eco-Cise weekly test mode that runs a short 16-second test cycle, helping to maintain the generator in optimal working condition while reducing noise and fuel consumption during these tests.
Key Features
- Commercial-Grade Vanguard Engine
- Assembled And Engineered In USA
- Eco-Cise Weekly Test Mode
- Corrosion Resistant
- 24000 Running Watts - Natural Gas
- 26000 Running Watts - Liquid Propane
- 120/240 Voltage
- Steel Enclosure
- Grey Finish
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