Stationary Generators

The article provides guidelines on how to maintain and operate home standby generators during continuous operation. It highlights the importance of shutting down the generator for at least 30 minutes every 24 hours to perform necessary checks such as oil levels, inspections, etc. It also provides detailed instructions on oil maintenance,...

This article explains how to find and download a home standby generator installation manual using the Generac product lookup page. It also covers what to do when a model number or serial number returns no results, and why Generac recommends working with an Independent Authorized Service Dealer for safe, reliable installation.

This article provides guidance on the oil requirements and maintenance tasks for Generac air-cooled home standby generators. Generac recommends the use of 5W-20 full synthetic oil for all home standby generators, but owners can also use SAE 30, 10W-30, or 5W-30 synthetic oil. Oil changes are necessary for the generator engine and this...

Home standby generators have two modes: Manual and Automatic. In Auto mode, the controller starts the generator during a utility outage and signals the transfer back to utility power when it returns. To enable Auto, press AUTO on the controller (steps shown for both Power Zone 200 and Evolution panels), then confirm status via the green...

For specific battery size information, check the generator's User Manual or check the Battery Type Section of your generator's product overview on the Online Product Lookup ​​​​​​​tool at https://www.generac.com/service-support/product-support-lookup.

Explains how installers commission generators with a Power Zone 200 controller using the Field Pro mobile app, including the required on-site Bluetooth connection, registration, configuration, system testing, and activation. It also explains Mobile Link date and time behavior and optional ATS registration to help ensure the generator is...

This article explains how to identify the Costco-exclusive Guardian by Generac 22 kW and 25 kW home standby generators. It also explains how these models differ from other Next Generation products, including the lack of extended warranty options, Smart Exercise, and ecobee integration.

This article explains how to identify a Generac industrial product using its serial number, model family, Generac product listings, kW rating, and product type. It also explains the difference between industrial and residential product support and directs industrial generator, mobile generator, light tower, and pump owners to the...

The article provides instructions on how to navigate the menu system on a home standby generator using the Nexus controller menu map. To access the menu, press the "Esc" key multiple times until the menu page is displayed and use the +/- keys to navigate and select options. To change settings, go to the "EDIT" menu, use the +/- keys to...

This article explains continuous use maintenance for Generac Next Generation Series 10–28 kW and Guardian Series 10–26 kW air-cooled home standby generators running for 24 hours or longer. It covers safe shutdown, oil checks, leak inspections, maintenance intervals at 25, 100, 200, and 400 hours, extreme-temperature requirements, and...