The Guardian Elite 18 kW is our best selling model, providing the most affordable whole house coverage in the industry. The Guardian Elite 18 kW comes standard with our 200 Amp Service Entrance Rated automatic transfer switch that eliminates the need to add a separate service disconnect when backing up the entire house.
| Engine Start Sequence |
Cyclic cranking: 7 sec. on, 7 sec. rest. 90 sec. maximum duration |
| Automatic Low Oil Shutdown |
Standard |
| Overcrank Protection |
Standard |
| Engine Warmup |
10 seconds |
| Safety Fuse |
Standard |
| 2.5 Amp Timed Trickle Battery Charger |
Standard |
| Auto Switch |
Automatic start on utility failure/7 day exercise |
| Manual / Test (start) |
Start with starter control, unit stays on. If utility fails, transfer to load takes place |
| Shutdown and LED Indicators |
Overspeed and overcrank, low oil pressure, high coolant temperature, low coolant level, low fuel pressure, low battery voltage |
| No. of Poles |
2 |
| Current Rating (amps) |
200 |
| Utility Voltage Monitor (fixed) |
| - Pick-up |
70% |
| - Drop out |
60% |
| Exercised 7 minutes weekly |
Standard |
| Enclosure Type |
NEMA 3R (Outdoor rated) |