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Guardian QuietSource 16,000 Watt Standby Generator #5243

Guardian QuietSource 16,000 Watt Standby Generator #5243

Guardian QuietSource 16,000 Watt Standby Generator #5243
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Main Features
  • 16,000-watt (LPG) / 15,000-watt (NG) generator can run 5-ton A/C unit or two 4-ton A/C units with 16 circuits of extra coverage
  • Powered by 992 cc 30 HP Overhead Valve Industrial engine
  • Whisper-Test technology reduces exterior noise to minimum
  • Pre-packaged and pre-wired for easy installation
  • Measures 48-by-24-by-28-1/4 inches (LxWxH); weighs 426 pounds; 2-year limited warranty
Product Description
Amazon.com Product Review

The Generac Guardian QuietSource 16,0000-watt home standby generator is one of the most affordable automatic standby generators on the market today. Featuring a newly designed alternator that can start a 5-ton and a 3-ton, or two 4-ton air conditioners with plenty of power to spare, this generator will give you the backup power you need when the grid goes down

At the heart of the generator is a powerful 992 cc 30 HP Generac OHVI (Overhead Valve Industrial) engine, the only air-cooled engine designed specifically for generators. This engine offers the finest lubrication technology available by providing instantaneous disbursement of lubricant to all engine parts. It also features a spin-on oil filter, which is an automotive style for easy maintenance. The generator also has an electronic governor, which maintains steady speed and eliminates voltage drop when loads are applied. This, as well as the automatic voltage regulator, provides a smooth rate of electricity, which is especially important for sensitive electronic devices such as computers. The engine offers one of the longest life expectancies in the industry, with over 3,000 hours of runtime.


Generac Guardian generators are designed for affordability and long life. See the product specifications. View the generator in greater detail.

The generator automatically sends power through your home's electrical system during a power outage.
Built with exclusive Whisper-Test technology, the Generac Guardian standby generator can give you the power you need without the added noise. Whisper-Test reduces noise to a whisper by lowering engine speed during the generator's automatic seven day test of your system. (This test allows you to verify that your generator is in peak operating condition at all times.) The Whisper-Test sound level during these tests is comparable to a car at idle and is 50 percent quieter (59 dBA) than most other standby generators in its class.

For added convenience, the generator arrives at your doorstep pre-packaged with a pre-wired, 12-circuit load center. This makes installation easy and, therefore, incredibly affordable for the do-it-yourselfer. For your safety, Guardian standby generators are UL 2200 listed and all transfer switches are UL 1008 listed. (Users should consult with area building codes and regulations before attempting installation.) The generator comes with a pre-wired automatic transfer switch, outdoor connection box and composite mounting pad. The automatic transfer switch automatically switches the source of power from the utility to the generator within seconds of a power outage, and because it's automatic, you never have to flip a switch.

Like all Guardian standby generators, this standby generator can operate on clean-burning natural gas or LP gas service. This provides you with unlimited runtime during extended utility power failures and meets all EPA emissions requirements. The engine consumes approximately 2.18 gallons per hour of LP gas, and 220 cubic feet per hour of natural gas.

Maintenance is a breeze, thanks to the generator's convenient design features. A hinged top and removable front panel offers quick and easy access for maintenance and servicing, and a new textured, powder coat paint process provides consistent coverage and better bonding to seams and exposed edges providing, which translates to a durable, long-lasting, tough finish that can withstand the elements. The enclosure also includes key locks for safety and sound-absorbing panels for exterior noise reduction. The generator measures 48-by-24-by-28-1/4 inches (LxWx H) and weighs 426 pounds. The generator is covered by a 2-year limited warranty.

Product Details

Title: Guardian QuietSource 16,000 Watt Standby Generator #5243
Sales Rank: 48008 in Tools
Manufacturer: Guardian, Model: 5243
Variation Description: TAN
Item Dimensions: 48 x 24 x 28 inches, 505 pounds
Package Dimensions: 49 x 36 x 26 inches, 445 pounds

Customer Reviews
Del from Kansas
Due to the weather in Kansas, I have not completed the installation of this unit. The generator arrived on time and free of damage. I will send in another review when the installation is complete. Purchasing this unit from Amazon was easy and quick and they offered the best price on the net.
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Review of my two Guardian installs
I have installed two of these generators since last December, with no problems of any kind.
The first one was the 15kw model. This model required a slight adjustment of the throttle, frequency was too high and clocks speeded up. Adjustment was not a problem with a fluke meter that can read frequencies. It has been in operation for…   More reviews
Lousy Customer Service
I have the 15000 LP model. When I tried to change the oil for the first time the oil drain plug would not unscrew. The threads of the nut were cross threaded, and probably put on with a power wrench, so three grown adults could not wrench off the bolt to drain the oil.
So, I cut it off and…   More reviews
Save Yourself the money and aggravation
It's far cheaper to go to a hotel in my opinion than to get this up and running. After installation and running gas lines it came to about $7,000.00 for me.
After less than a year the unit is rusting. Just called Guardian and you can guess what they told me. They know it's a problem and now make aluminum ones. 1 year…   More reviews
Biggest mistake ever
I bought the earlier 15LP/13NG version of this unit in May 2006. It has never worked properly. After 11 service calls, the dealer who installed it said I had to contact an "Elite" dealer to work on it. The "Elite" dealer came out twice, then said the factory told him not to work on it - that I had to deal with the original dealer.
Apparently,…   More reviews
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