Briggs & Stratton 40248 7,000 Watt PowerNow Dual Mode Air Cooled Home Standby Generator | 
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| Brand: Briggs & Stratton
Category: Home Improvement
List Price: $1,999.99
Buy New: $1,799.99
You Save: $200.00 (10%)
New (2) from $1,799.99
Rating:  2 reviews
Color: Storm Grey
Media: Tools & Hardware
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 280
Dimensions (in): 30.5 x 24.5 x 33
Model: 40248
UPC: 011675402488
EAN: 0011675402488
Availability: Usually ships in 1-3 weeks
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| Features:
| • | Flexible Power Options The included propane quick-connect kit gets you back up and running immediately, with the ability to upgrade to permanent backup power when convenient. | | • | Hassle-Free Fueling Runs on clean & readily available Propane or Natural Gas eliminates waiting in long gas lines and the need to store & pour gasoline. | | • | Longer Run Time Get up to 12 hours run time (at load) with only two 20 lb. propane gas grill tanks. | | • | Quiet Operation The fully enclosed compartment features engineered air passages, a Lo-Tone muffler and acoustic foam dampeners for 50% quieter operation than most portable generators. | | • | Durable Outdoor Enclosure Features professional rust-proo?ng and premium storm grey automotive paint for maximum durability and all-weather protection. |
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| Editorial Reviews:
Amazon.com Product Review
The Briggs & Stratton EmPower power now 7,000-watt standby generator is fully equipped to keep most of your home essentials and conveniences running when the grid goes down. Powered by a durable Briggs & Stratton Extended Life Series engine, this unit quickly converts to a standby generator with an optional transfer switch (sold seperatly) for ready-to-go back up power. This EmPower generator offers 7,000 watts of starting power and 10,500 surge watts when operating on liquid propane (6,000 starting power and 9,000 surge watts on natural gas). 
See the video on how Briggs & Stratton EmPower generators can protect your family. | 
Protect your family and possessions during a power outage with a power generator by Briggs & Stratton. | Whether you are home or away, this generator will keep you up and running smoothly during a power outage. A continuous fuel supply to either propane or natural gas means that you can be assured of fully automatic, hassle-free operation when you need it most. Priced like a portable generator, this versatile Dual-Mode Backup Generator offers you flexible power options. The included propane quick connect kit get you up and running immediately, with the ability to upgrade to permanent back up power when it's convenient. A special cold weather feature keeps the generator heated up when the temperature drops, ensuring smooth starting and efficient engine operation, no matter what the conditions are outside. Running on clean-burning propane or natural gas, this EmPower generator meets all EPA requirements and eliminates the hassle of waiting in long gas lines during emergency situations. An indoor wattage monitor, which plugs into any standard wall outlet, lets you keep track of the power your generator is using. With electric start operation (the generator includes a battery and battery charger), getting your power back is as easy as pressing a button. A computer-friendly internal voltage regulator will keep your sensitive electronic equipment, such as computers and video devices, safe from surges. And with its rugged design features, you'll never have to worry about your outdoor weather conditions. The fully enclosed compartment features specially engineered air passages, a LoTone muffler and acoustic foam dampeners for 50 percent quieter operation than most portable generators. The outdoor enclosure halos features professional rust-proofing and premium storm gray automotive paint for maximum durability and all-weather protection. For added convenience, a maintenance kit is included, which includes a special UL air filter, pre-cleaner, spark plugs, oil filter, and synthetic oil. Also included is a polymer installation pad, touch up paint, oil drain tray, 15 Amp automotive type replacement fuse, and fuse replacement tool. The generator measures 30.5-by-2.5-by-32.5 inches (LxWxH), weighs 280 pounds and is backed by a 2-year warranty. Click here to find the Briggs & Stratton service center near you.
Product Description
The Dual-Mode Generator allows you the flexibility to get immediate backup power now (when you need it most) and permanently installed backup power later - all in one compact unit.
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| Customer Reviews:
Pretty good but get the better one August 4, 2008
Jeff Ray (New York, NY United States)
10 out of 11 found this review helpful
I bought this for my parents who had three outages in two years. It was installed professionally and has already powered them through another outage. It also powered everything in their house except the air conditioning condensers and the electric stove/oven. That is the good news.
The not so good news is that this unit cannot be installed with an automatic transfer switch. That is a switch that automatically senses a power outage, turns itself on and then switches over to backup power. This unit uses a manual switch which requires someone to go to the unit, turn it on, and then go to the transfer switch and flip a switch. Not horrible but not the best if you can buy the better unit and automatic switch.
My parents are very pleased that they had the unit and someone came over to switch it on for them.
Two thumbs up. May 14, 2007
Kevin A. Thiery (Texas, U. S. A.)
16 out of 16 found this review helpful
I bought this generator to run my irrigation system in the back of my farm, so I would not have to run 500 yards of power cable or gas line. The choice of portable bottles or perminate is great. I us my tractor to shuttle the portable tanks back and forth. The generator starts easy and runs great. My irrigation system does not even raise my generator past an idle.
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