This Briggs & Stratton PowerNow Propane Generator offers two reliable backup power solutions to meet your needs. When you need power immediately, hook this versatile generator up to propane tanks (not included) with the included propane quick-connect kit. Or you can make the PowerNow generator your permanent backup power source with the addition of the Briggs & Stratton manual transfer switch, Item# 23452 . U.S.A. Engine: Briggs & Stratton, Rated Watts (kW): 7,000, Rated Watts LP (kW): 7,000, Rated Watts NG (kW): 6,000, Surge Watts (kW): 10,500, Surge Watts LP (kW): 10,500, Surge Watts NG (kW): 9,000, Volts: 120/240 Volts, Amps: 58.2 at 120 and 29.1 at 240, Engine Cooling: Oil, Start Type: Electric, Phase: Single, Noise Level (dB): 74, Transfer Switch: 50 A Briggs and Stratton Transfer Switch recommended, Fuel Type: Propane or natural gas, Mounting Pad: Included, Battery Required: Yes, Battery Included: No, Auto Shutdown: Yes, Safety Alerts: Yes, UL Listed: Yes, Dimensions L x W x H (in.): 31 1/2 x 30 1/4 x 34 Immediate backup power within an hour without permits or installation fees Also ideal as a permanent backup power source with the addition of the Briggs & Stratton manual transfer switch, Item# 23452 Electric start for convenience Propane quick-connect kit for easy connection to propane tanks (not included)
I already have a 50gal propane tank that is used for my stove only. I would like to hook this generator up to it because we don't even come close to using a 1/4 tank of propane in a years time.
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The Briggs & Stratton generator will operate on a 50 gallon propane tank that has the standard connection valve on the tank.
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can this unit run on natural gas or only LP. thanks.
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This unit can only run on propane. Item #100321 can be run on either propane or natural gas. It is rated at 7000 watts surge and running for propane and 6000 watts on natural gas.
Is there a manner which i can lock this unit up from being stolen. like a bolt in the bottom that i could screw it down to the concrete? thanks
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That would be something left up to the individual to find a way to secure it down. At 335 pounds it would not be easy to take.
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Does this unit start automatically upon power outage?
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The Briggs & Stratton propane generator will not automatically start upon a power outage.
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Is it safe to run computer equiptment with this model?
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Yes, Briggs & Stratton generators produce clean power for running sensitive electronics.
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Maximum size tank that can be used
There is a question in Q and A saying this works with a 50 gallon tank. That is about 200 pounds. What is the maximum in gallons and pounds for LP?
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The Briggs & Stratton propane generator can be supplied by any size propane tank even a 200 or 500 gallon tank.
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Is this available in 240V?
Can this unit be ordered with ALL outlets wired for 240V? Thanks
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- Seattle
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This unit cannot be wired so that all outlets would be 240. It does have one outlet that is rated for 240 volts.
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240V
I understand this is not available wired for 240v from every outlet, but could I draw the total available current (10500/7000) from the single 240v outlet without damage to the unit?
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Yes, This Briggs & Stratton PowerNow propane generator is capable of running continuously on 240 Volts and powering 7,000 watts at 29.1 Amps.
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Can this generator (B&S Item#23450) be left out in the rain/snow?
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This generator has an enclosed housing and would be alright to be left out in the weather.
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Does this unit (B&S Item# 23450) have idle control or idle down when full power is not needed?
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