GUARDIAN’s 13 kW is the most affordable automatic standby
generator on the market that can start a 3-ton air
conditioner with power to spare. For under $2,600 you can start and run
your A/C, furnace and well pump plus maintain normal operation of lights,
electronics and appliances in your living room, family room, kitchen, bathroom
and bedroom.
As with all GUARDIAN generators, the 13 kW provides more power at a lower price
than any generator in its class, and because it comes pre-packaged and
pre-wired, it’s fast and easy to install, making the 13 kW model an even
better value.
Breakthrough Design:
Newly designed alternator can start a 3-ton* air conditioner with plenty of
power to spare
Circuit Coverage:
Protects 10 circuits of your home
Automatic Voltage
Regulator: Quality electrical output for sensitive electronics
Electronic Governor:
Fast response to changing electrical loads
Generac OHVI® Industrial
Engine: The ONLY air-cooled engine designed specifically for
generators
Longest
Life Expectancy in the Industry: Over 3,000 hours of run time
Full
Pressure Lubrication: Continuous lubrication of all vital engine
parts for protection from moment of start up for ultimate engine protection
Spin-on
Oil Filter: Automotive style for easy maintenance and prolonged
engine life
Superior Paint:
Tough, textured powder coat paint finish for unmatched durability and all
weather protection
UL Listed: For
safety and certified power ratings
Clean Burning Fuel:
Natural gas or LPV
Installation
Video
GUARDIAN® air-cooled generators are pre-wired and pre-packaged, making
installation easy for you, your electrical contractor or one of our
authorized dealers. To view our installation video (242 MB), please
click on the image to the right. A DVD of this installation video along with an Installation
Guidelines booklet will be packaged with every generator purchased.
Note: Neither the installation video nor the
Installation Guidelines booklet replace or supersede any information
contained the Owner’s Manual, Installation Guide, technical manuals
or any other documents packaged with your equipment.
Breakthrough Design, Advanced Technology GUARDIAN® and GUARDIAN QuietSource™ air-cooled generators offer the
most wattage and greatest starting power in their class. The GUARDIAN
QuietSource™ 16 kW can start a 5-ton and 3-ton A/C unit or two 4-ton units.
The 13 kW can start a 4-ton and the 13 kW can start a 3-ton.
Whisper-Test™ (GUARDIAN QuietSource™ models
only)
Reduces noise to a whisper by lowering engine speed during the generator’s
weekly self-test. The Whisper-Test sound level is comparable to a car at idle
and is 50% quieter (59 dBA) than the competition.
Pre-wired and Pre-packaged GUARDIAN’s pre-packaged, pre-wired air-cooled systems make installation
easy and, therefore, incredibly affordable for the do-it-yourselfer! Air-cooled
models come with a pre-wired automatic transfer switch, outdoor connection box
and composite mounting pad.
OHVI® Industrial Engine Generac’s OHVI® (Overhead Valve Industrial) engines have been
specifically designed for generator demands. These engines offer the finest
lubrication technology available providing instantaneous disbursement of
lubricant to all engine parts. They also feature an automotive spin-on oil
filter for simplified routine maintenance.
Superior Electrical Protection The air-cooled 10, 13 and 16 kW models feature 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.
Superior Paint New textured, powder coat paint process provides consistent coverage and
better bonding to seams and exposed edges providing durability and a
long-lasting, tough finish.
Aluminum Enclosure (optional on GUARDIAN
QuietSource™ models)
GUARDIAN QuietSource™ generators are available in a corrosion-resistant
aluminum enclosure to better withstand the elements. This option is especially
important for homes in southern and coastal communities.
Automatic Exerciser An automatic seven (7) day test of your system allows you to verify that
your generator is in peak operating condition at all times.
Automatic Transfer Switch The automatic transfer switch automatically switches the source of power
from the utility to the generator within seconds of a power outage. Because
it’s automatic, you never have to flip a switch.
Convenient Fuel Supply GUARDIAN and GUARDIAN QuietSource™ generators operate on natural gas or
LP gas service. This provides you with unlimited run time during extended
utility power failures.
Maintenance Friendly Air-cooled models feature a hinged top and removable front panel.
Liquid-cooled models feature large, removable doors. This provides easy and
quick access for maintenance and servicing.
Automatic Safety Shutdowns Automatic safety shutdowns protect the engine and generator in the event
of low oil pressure, high temperature, overspeed and/or overcrank.
Protective Enclosure The enclosure protects your generator from harmful weather and includes
key locks for security. Sound-absorbing panels also reduce exterior noise
levels.
Battery Charger A built-in battery charger ensures that the battery remains at an optimum
performance level.
Easy Installation GUARDIAN’s air-cooled pre-packaged, pre-wired systems make installation
the most affordable and easiest installation possible.
UL-Listed For your safety, GUARDIAN standby generators are UL 2200 listed and all
transfer switches are UL 1008 listed. This validates safety and kilowatt
ratings.
EPA and CARB Emission Requirements Generators up to 25kW must comply with EPA and CARB emissions
requirements. All GUARDIAN generators up to 25 kW meet these requirements.
Made in USA Manufactured by Generac Power Systems, we design and build our complete
product from the controls to the enclosures, to our air-cooled engines
specifically designed for generators. This ensures that all GUARDIAN and
GUARDIAN QuietSource™ products are built to our highest standards.