Briggs and Stratton PowerProtect+ 18kW Home Standby Generator
Briggs & Stratton PowerProtect+ 18kW Home Standby Generator Exceptional Starting Power for Whole-Home Backup Confidence The Briggs & Stratton® PowerProtect+ 18kW Home Standby Generator delivers reliable automatic backup power for homes during outages. Designed to handle large appliances such as air conditioners and well pumps, this generator provides 18kW of power on both liquid propane and natural gas. Front-Facing Exhaust for Flexible Installation The PowerProtect+ design features front-facing exhaust that directs fumes away from the home. This safer layout can support more flexible installation options while helping reduce disruption around landscaping and the home exterior. Built-In EnergyTrak™ Remote Monitoring Integrated 24/7 EnergyTrak™ remote monitoring lets homeowners track generator status from anywhere. EnergyTrak also helps installers remotely troubleshoot and diagnose issues, giving homeowners added confidence that the system is ready when needed. Commercial-Grade Vanguard® Engine This generator is powered by a Briggs & Stratton® Vanguard® commercial-grade engine, engineered for strong motor-starting capability and reliable continuous performance. Durable Weather Protection The redesigned enclosure uses DuraZen protection, robust angled louvers, and improved resistance against moisture, dust, and vibration for durability in harsh environments. Key Features Best-in-class starting power engineered to start a 5-ton air conditioner Exclusive front-facing exhaust that blows away from the home Briggs & Stratton® Vanguard® commercial-grade engine Enhanced weather protection with DuraZen enclosure design Eco-Cise™ 16-second weekly test mode to reduce noise and fuel use Integrated EnergyTrak™ remote monitoring Engineered and assembled in the USA of domestic and foreign components 7-year limited warranty Specifications Model Number 040757 Running Watts - Liquid Propane 18 kW Running Watts - Natural Gas 18 kW Running Amperage - Liquid Propane 75.0 amps Running Amperage - Natural Gas 75.0 amps Voltage 120 / 240 Circuit Breaker 80 amps Engine Brand Briggs & Stratton® Vanguard® Commercial-Grade Engine Displacement 993 cc Assembled Length 46 in. Assembled Width 27 in. Assembled Height 28 in. Assembled Weight 490 lbs. Normal Operating Sound 66 db(A) Fuel Consumption - Liquid Propane, 50% Load 193,000 BTU/hr Fuel Consumption - Natural Gas, 50% Load 176,000 BTU/hr Limited Warranty 7 years Documents Sell Sheet Spec Sheet PowerProtect+ Brochure Complete Home Standby System: Pair this generator with a compatible automatic transfer switch and power management accessories for a complete backup power system.