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1931/CHGEN
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Standby Generator Set
Briggs & Stratton® Home Standby
10000W rated, 12500W surge on LP
9000W rated, 11250W surge on NG
(see below for choice of 4 transfer switches)
Whether you are home or away, the 01931 Automatic Home Generator System provides fully automatic protection from power outages. Advanced electronics continually monitor utility power. When an outage occurs, it starts the generator and automatically switches from utility power to generator power. Electrical power is restored without effort, in seconds. When utility power is restored, the system senses it, transfers service back to the utility, shuts down the generator and resumes monitoring. It's all automatic. No worries, no hassles. Made in USA
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Super powerful
10,000 watt system provides enough power to run many items in your home, for minimal disruption to everyday activities.Premium 570cc Briggs & Stratton Vanguard V-Twin Overhead Valve Engine
Commercial quality engine specially designed for long-life operation on NG (natural gas) or LP (liquified propane vapor). These fuels are readily available, clean and environmentally friendly.Quiet operation
Sound-absorbing panels and an automotive muffler keep sound to neighborhood-friendly levels.Seven-day exerciser
Runs generator for 20 minutes once every seven days (day and time determined by homeowner) to keep unit in top operating condition.Fully protected
Heavy-gauge metal exterior with lockable access doors, no exposed fasteners, and corrosion-resistant powder-coat painted sheet metal. Comes with polymer installation pad -- no need for concrete pad saves you installation time and money.Built-in Diagnostic Center with remote status and diagnostic panel
Alerts you to any possible problems with the generator.Service convenience
Four panels easily remove for service access in all directions.Service support
Supported by 3,000 generator service dealers and over 30,000 engine dealers worldwide, this system is backed by an extensive and capable sales & service network.3 year/1,500 hour limited warranty
Specifications
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| Engine Make | Premium OHV Briggs & Stratton Vanguard V-Twin | |||
| Engine Type | 4-cycle, air cooled, 18 hp | |||
| Engine Displacement | 570cc | |||
| Sound Level | 70dbA @ 7 meters | |||
| AC Output Voltage | 120/240VAC ±10V, 1 phase | |||
| AC Output Frequency | 60Hz ±2.5Hz | |||
| AC Output Current - rated | 83.4/41.6 amps rated on LP 75.0/37.5 amps rated on NG |
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| Alternator | brushless low-maintenance alternator | |||
| Battery | 12V, 33 Amp-hour sealed (included) | |||
| Control System | - automatic remote starting - oil high temperature - low oil pressure - overcrank fail to start - overspeed |
- low AC voltage - low battery voltage - running time meter - AC circuit breaker - DC control fuse |
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| Remote Indications | - Remote LED panel included - contacts provided for remote alarms/indications |
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| Cold weather options | - oil warmer - battery warmer |
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| Fuel Consumption - LP Vapor (11-14 in.W.C. pressure at full load req'd) |
50% load: 34 cu.ft/hr full load: 66 cu.ft/hr |
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| Fuel Consumption - natural gas (5-7 in.W.C. pressure at full load req'd) |
50% load: 84 cu.ft/hr full load: 162 cu.ft/hr |
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| Generator Documents (left click to view, right click to save) |
Installation
Manual Dimensions |
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| Dimensions L x W x H | 40" x 22" x 23" | |||
| Weight | 379 lbs. | |||
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| Model | 1917 | 1918 | 1813 | 1814 |
| Circuits | 10 (sub-panel) |
10 (sub-panel) |
1 (whole house) |
1 (whole house) |
| Maximum Amps | 50 | 50 | 100 | 200 |
| Branch Breakers Installed | (5) 15A 1-pole (3) 20A 1-pole (1) 20A 2-pole |
(5) 15A 1-pole (3) 20A 1-pole (1) 20A 2-pole |
none (uses existing load center) |
none (uses existing load center) |
| Voltage | 120/240VAC | 120/240VAC | 120/240VAC | 120/240VAC |
| Short-circuit withstand rating (amps sym) | 5,000 | 5,000 | 22,000 | 25,000 |
| Switch type | relay | relay | mechanically held | mechanically held |
| Enclosure | NEMA 1 indoor |
NEMA 3R outdoor |
NEMA 3R indoor or outdoor |
NEMA 3R indoor or outdoor |
| Switch Documents (left click to view, right click to save) |
Installation Manual | Installation Manual | ||
| Dimensions D x W x H | 4" x 14.25" x 21" | 4" x 14.25" x 21" | 6" x 12" x 16" | 7" x 16" x 22" |
| Weight | 25 lbs. | 25 lbs. | 21 lbs. | 34 lbs. |
Automatic Transfer Switches

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Fully Automatic
All of our switches monitor utility and generator voltages and will
automatically connect to the appropriate source of power. The 100 amp
and 200 amp switches are capable of "whole house" power transfer in
residential and small business applications. For whole house
applications the switch amp rating must equal or exceed the utility service
rating.
Exclusive Design
Each switch is custom made and dedicated exclusively for Briggs & Stratton
Power Products Home Standby Generators, reducing overall cost and giving you
exactly what you need for your home or small business.
Supervisory Control
These industrial grade component features a control panel with red and green
LED lights indicating the power sources available, and two relay operated
contacts that allow the user to manage external loads during a power
outage. These are useful for shutting down loads that may be too large
for the generator such as central air conditioning or heat pumps.
EEPROM Memory
Non-volatile memory, so when the power goes out, the transfer switch remembers
its programming. Switch never has to be reprogrammed once it is
installed.
Variable Engine Warm Up
All switch models feature a choice of two warm up periods - 20 seconds for
warm weather starts and 50 seconds when the generator requires additional
start time in colder climates.
Safety Features
All switch models are solenoid-operated from utility or generator inputs and
contain electrical interlock switches to eliminate the possibility of
dangerous back feed to utility during an outage. Switches are listed to
UL Standard 1008.
Item Number: 1931/CHGEN
Your Price: $3,045.00
Shipping Weight: 400 lbs.
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