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Standby Power Advantage

There are many reasons to equip your home with a standby power generator and it is probably much easier than you think.

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20 kW

Residential Generators / 20RES

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  • REMARKABLE POWER QUALITY
  • KOHLER(R) home generators deliver exceptional voltage and frequency regulation along with ultra-low levels of harmonic distortion for optimal power quality, protecting even the most sophisticated electronics.
  • EXTRAORDINARY RELIABILITY
  • Kohler is known for extraordinary reliability and performance and backs that up with an industry-leading 5-year or 2000 hour warranty.
  • POWERFUL PERFORMANCE
  • Exclusive Powerboost technology provides power to easily start and run multiple central air conditioners without dropping power to other appliances.
  • EXCLUSIVE 100% CORROSION-PROOF ENCLOSURE
  • Unlike aluminum or steel enclosures, the bold new Kohler design is completely corrosion-proof, even in harsh seaside environments.
  • FAST RESPONSE
  • Kohler home generators restore power to your house considerably faster than competitive models.
  • QUIET OPERATION
  • Kohler home generators provide quiet neighborhood-friendly performance. Now with the Model RRT transfer switch, you will experience even quieter operation during the ultra-quiet weekly diagnostic test.
  • MORE SOPHISTICATED DIAGNOSTIC SELF-TEST
  • When used with the Model RRT transfer switch, Kohler's ultra-quiet weekly diagnostic test adapts to variable conditions to ensure the unit is fully exercised and tested.
  • Sophisticated fault codes on Kohler's exclusive Residential Digital Control let you know where service may be needed.
  • AN INDUSTRY LEADER IN INNOVATION AND QUALITY
  • Named one of Green Builder's Hot 50 Products of 2010 and also rated the highest quality brand of home generators by 2009 Builder Magazine independent brand study.
  • SUPERIOR FIVE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY INCLUDED
  • DESIGNED FOR EASY INSTALLATION
  • Kohler's easy-connection terminal block provides fast, flexible installations.

Alternator features:
  • Compliance with NEMA, IEEE, and ANSI standards for temperature rise
  • Self-ventilated and dripproof construction.
  • Vacuum-impregnated windings with fungus-resistant epoxy varnish for dependability and long life.
  • Superior voltage waveform and minimum harmonic distortion from skewed alternator construction
  • Digital voltage regulator with ±1.5% no-load to full-load RMS regulation
  • Rotating-field alternator with static exciter for excellent load response
  • Skewed generator construction produces a smooth AC waveform

Engine features:
  • Natural gas or LP fueled.
  • Electronic engine controls for optimized fuel and spark performance.
  • Four stroke, two cylinder engine.
  • An electronic, isochronous governor for precise frequency regulation.
  • High silicon content pistons for improved durability.
  • Kohler Command PRO OHV engine with hydraulic valve lifters for reliable performance without routine valve adjustment or lengthy break-in requirements

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Standby Ratings: 18 kW (18 kVa)
Hertz: 60 Hz
Alternator Type: 2-Pole, Rotating Field
Engine Manufacturer: Kohler
Engine Model: CH1000
Cylinder Arrangement: V-2
Max Power at Rated RPM: 20.2 kWm (27.1 BHP)
Standby Fuel Consumption at
100% load: 8.0 m³/hr (281 cfh)
75% load: 6.9 m³/hr (243 cfh)
50% load: 4.6 m³/hr (161 cfh)
25% load: 3.6 m³/hr (127 cfh)
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Accessories

  • Battery
  • Battery heater
  • Braided stainless steel flexible fuel line
  • Gas strainer
  • Carburetor heater, 120 VAC (recommended for reliable starting at temperatures below 0°C [32°F])