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Briggs & Stratton PowerProtect+ 18kW
Standby generator · PowerProtect+. Specs from the manufacturer page (checked ).
The Briggs & Stratton PowerProtect+ 18kW is a home standby generator rated at 18 kW running output, with 75.0 A running amperage and 120 / 240 V output on either liquid propane or natural gas. The page says it is engineered to start a 5-ton air conditioner and carries a 7-year limited warranty.
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Running
18000W
Fuel
dual-fuel
Weight
222.26kg
Warranty
7yr
Key features
- Rated 18 kW running output on liquid propane and on natural gas, at 75.0 A running amperage for each fuel
- Voltage 120 / 240 with an 80 A circuit breaker
- Front-facing exhaust that directs fumes away from the home
- Vanguard commercial-grade engine, 993 cc displacement
- Eco-Cise weekly test mode runs for 16 seconds
- Integrated 24/7 EnergyTrak remote monitoring app, which also lets the installer troubleshoot remotely
- Normal operating sound 66 dB(A)
- Fuel consumption at 50% load: 193,000 BTU/hr (liquid propane) and 176,000 BTU/hr (natural gas)
What it is for
- home standby backup power
Specifications
| Running watts | 18000 W |
|---|---|
| Fuel | dual-fuel |
| Weight | 222.26 kg (490.0 lb) |
| Dimensions | 116.84 × 68.58 × 71.12 cm (46.0 × 27.0 × 28.0 in) |
| Warranty | 7 years |
From the Briggs & Stratton page. Values the manufacturer does not publish are left out.
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Connection and wiring
We have not linked an official manual for this model yet; see the Briggs & Stratton page.
Error codes and troubleshooting
We have not found an official code table for this model yet.
FAQ
Can the Briggs & Stratton PowerProtect+ 18kW start a sump pump or well pump?
Starting surge matters more than running watts: this unit is rated 18000 W output (no separate peak published). That covers a typical 1/2 HP sump pump (about 2150 W to start). Use the calculator with your exact pump.