Key Features
How The Generac 10kW Standby Generator Compares To Other Guardian Series Models
Homeowners evaluating backup power usually face this question: should I get this affordable 10kW for essential circuit coverage, or step up to the 18kW or larger for whole-house or major appliance backup?
| Feature | Generac 18kW Guardian Series | Generac 22kW Guardian Series | Generac 10kW Guardian Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Continuous Power, LP | 18,000W | 22,000W | 10,000W |
| Engine | G-Force 800 | G-Force 1000 | G-Force 400 |
| Weight | 420 lbs | 466 lbs | 338 lbs |
| Best Suited For | Backing up a 5-ton AC unit | Most whole-house needs | Essential circuits, roughly half the cost of central AC |
Product Description
Standby Generator, 10kW | With 16-Circuit Transfer Switch | WiFi Enabled
Provides essential circuit power protection for your home, ensuring the necessities remain powered during an outage. This affordable automatic standby generator offers protection for about half the cost of central air conditioning.
Mobile Link™ Remote Monitoring FREE with every Guardian Series Home standby generator allows you to monitor the status of your generator from anywhere in the world using a smartphone, tablet, or PC. Easily access information, such as the current operating status and maintenance alerts. Learn more about Mobile Link
5 Year Limited Warranty for automatic standby generators.
True Power™ Technology delivers best-in-class power quality with less than 5 percent total harmonic distortion for clean, smooth operation of sensitive electronics and appliances.
Generac generators and engines are engineered and built in the USA*.
*Assembled in the USA using domestic and foreign parts
Generac's G-Force Engine is a purpose-built, pressure-lubricated engine capable of handling the rigors of generator use, resulting in power that’s more reliable and requires less routine maintenance than any competitive engine.
24/7/365 Customer Support Team standing by all day, every day from our headquarters in Wisconsin to answer any questions you might have.
Quiet-Test™ Self-Test Mode runs at a lower RPM for a five or twelve minute test, making generators significantly quieter than other brands while consuming less fuel.
Tough, Durable All-Aluminum Enclosures: Our RhinoCoat™ powder-coated finish helps make corrosion-resistant aluminum perfect for all weather conditions.
Smart, User-Friendly Controls. Generac’s Evolution™ Controller features a multilingual LCD display that allows users to monitor battery status and track maintenance intervals to ensure your generator is always in top operating condition.
| File Type | Manual (PDF) | Item Number | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emissions Warranty Statement | EWAR HSB | A0006652600 | English |
| Emissions Warranty Statement | EWAR HSB ES-MX | A0007528060 | Spanish |
| Emissions Warranty Statement | EWAR HSB FR-CA | A0007528063 | French |
| Emissions Warranty Statement | EWAR SSI (E P3) EN | 10000046247 | English |
| Exploded View (Control Panel) | EV CONTROL PANEL 60HZ | A0000161376 | English |
| Exploded View (Enclosure) | EV ENCLOSURE 60HZ | A0000161408 | English |
| Exploded View (Fuel System) | EV 460 FUEL SYSTEM | 10000032693 | English |
| Exploded View (Misc) | EV DECALS / LOOSE PARTS 60HZ GENERAC | A0000029773 | English |
| Exploded View (Misc) | GUIDE-SITE SELECTION ACHSB | A0001446325 | English |
| Exploded View (Unit) | EV RTG LCTR ASSY 16 CIR-GEN | 10000010468 | English |
| Install Manual | IMNL G G 10-22kW 60Hz Y20 ES-MEX | 10000044824 | Spanish |
| Install Manual | IMNL G G 10-22kW 60Hz Y20 FR-CAN | 10000044804 | French |
| Install Manual | IMNL G G 10-24kW 60Hz Y20 PT-BR | A0001426500 | Portuguese |
| Install Manual | IMNL G G 10-26KW 60HZ Y20 EN | A0001846478 | English |
| Install Manual | INSTALL HSB GENERATOR WM 60HZ | A0002360608 | English |
| Owner Manual | MANUAL WIFI MODULE ES-MEX | 10000039674 | Spanish |
| Owner Manual | MANUAL WIFI MODULE FR-CAN | 10000039731 | French |
| Owner Manual | OMNL G 10-22kW 60Hz Y20 ES-MEX | 10000044833 | Spanish |
| Owner Manual | OMNL G 10-22kW 60Hz Y20 FR-CAN | 10000044803 | French |
| Owner Manual | OMNL G 10-24kW 60Hz Y20 PT-BR | A0001426494 | Portuguese |
| Owner Manual | OMNL G 10-26KW 60HZ Y20 EN | A0001846499 | English |
| Owner Manual | OMNL TS 100 240 60Hz 1 GEN PB EN | 10000012410 | English |
| Parts Manual / EV (Engine) | EV GH460 HSB 2019 | A0000347485 | English |
| Parts Manual / EV (Unit) | EV 460 GENERATOR | 10000032705 | English |
| Quick Start Guide | IMPORTANT MOBILE LINK QUICK START GUIDE | A0002354709 | English |
| Spec Sheet | SPEC 10-18kW GUARDIAN HSB EN | A0000973374 | English |
| Spec Sheet | SPEC 10-18kW GUARDIAN HSB ES-MEX | A0000973377 | Spanish |
| Spec Sheet | SPEC 10-18kW GUARDIAN HSB FR-CAN | A0000973375 | French |
| Unit Warranty Statement | STMNT WNTY RES/COM AFTER 2013 EN | 10000039087 | English |
| Unit Warranty Statement | STMNT WNTY RES/COM AFTER 2013 ES-MEX | 10000039217 | Spanish |
| Unit Warranty Statement | STMNT WNTY RES/COM AFTER 2013 FR-CAN | 10000039245 | French |
| Unit Warranty Statement | WARR GEN XFRSW 5B RES/COM AC | 0K9470 | English / Spanish / French |
| Wiring Diagram/Schematic Drawing | ID 16 CIRCUIT NEMA 3R TRANSFER SW | 10000016945 | English |
| Wiring Diagram/Schematic Drawing | SD RXG TRANSFER SW 100A | 10000018987 | English |
| Wiring Diagram/Schematic Drawing | WD RXG TRANSFER SW 100A | 10000019053 | English |
| Wiring Diagram/Schematic Drawing | WD/SD AC HSB EVO2 60HZ 426 NEC2023 | A0003415229 | English |
Fuel Type: Liquid Propane or Natural Gas
Oil Capacity (qt): 1.1
Battery Included:
Battery Type: Group 26R 540 CCA Minimum or Group 35AGM 650 CCA Minimum
Battery Size: 12V
Engine Type: G-Force 400
Weight (lb): 338
Running Watts (W) 10,000
Mobile Link:
Quiet Test:
Length (in): 48
Width (in): 25
Height (in): 29
Controller Type: Evolution
Enclosure: Aluminum
Max. Cont. Power (LP): 10,000
Max. Cont. Power (NG): 9,000
Main Line Circuit Breaker 45
NG Consumption - 50% (ft3/hr): 101
NG Consumption - 100% (ft3/hr): 127
LP Consumption - 50% (ft3/hr): 36
LP Consumption - 50% (gal/hr): 0.97
LP Consumption - 100% (ft3/hr): 54
LP Consumption - 100% (gal/hr): 1.48
Full Spec Sheet
| Model | G007172 |
| Fuel Type | Liquid Propane or Natural Gas |
| Engine | G-Force 400 |
| Max Continuous Power, LP | 10,000W |
| Max Continuous Power, NG | 9,000W |
| Weight | 338 lbs |
| Dimensions | 48 x 25 x 29 in |
| Main Line Circuit Breaker | 45A |
| Enclosure | Aluminum, RhinoCoat powder-coated |
| Warranty | 5-Year Limited |
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