Briggs & Stratton PowerProtect+ DX 22kW
Standby generator · PowerProtect+. Specs from the manufacturer page (checked ).

The Briggs & Stratton PowerProtect+ DX 22kW is a home standby generator with 22 kW running output on liquid propane or natural gas. Its specifications list 120 / 240 voltage, a 100 A circuit breaker and a 10-year limited warranty.
Key features
- Exclusive front-facing exhaust that blows away from the home
- Commercial-grade Briggs & Stratton Vanguard engine with 993 cc displacement
- Engineered to start a 5-ton air conditioner
- Eco-Cise weekly test mode runs for 16 seconds
- Integrated 24/7 EnergyTrak remote monitoring app for tracking status and remote troubleshooting by the installer
- Normal operating sound of 66 dB(A)
- 10-year warranty covering parts, labor and travel
What it is for
- Home standby power during outages
Specifications
| Running watts | 22000 W |
|---|---|
| Fuel | dual-fuel |
| Weight | 222.3 kg (490.1 lb) |
| Dimensions | 116.8 × 68.6 × 71.1 cm (46.0 × 27.0 × 28.0 in) |
| Warranty | 10 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+ DX 22kW start a sump pump or well pump?
Starting surge matters more than running watts: this unit is rated 22000 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.