
17kW Home Generator NG/LP by Briggs and Stratton | 40549
- Reliable Engine Power - Commercial Grade Vanguard Engines
- Patented Symphony II Power Management orchestrates up to 8 Loads, Requires purchase of Symphony II Modules
- Rust-resistant, Galvanneal steel enclosures
- Automatically powers your home in seconds after sensing a power outage (with ATS)
- Featuring unique airflow technology, the standby generator's design pushes engine exhaust out the front of the unit and directly away from the house
- Front exhaust allows the generator to be placed as close as 18" from the home or other structures for custom placement
- Manufactures Warranty: 5 Year Parts, 5 Years Labor, 5 Years Travel
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Briggs and Stratton Generators 40549 Details and Specifications
Protect your home and family from power outages with Briggs & Stratton 17kW standby generator systems. Perfect for medium-sized homes, Briggs & Stratton provides reliable power and flexible options to meet your home’s essential power needs. Trust the proven power experts from Briggs & Stratton for complete peace of mind.
Automatic Transfer Switch Sold Separately.
Managed Whole House Power
Not all appliances are powered equally. Some, such as your central air conditioner, electric clothes dryer, electric stovetop, oven, or whirlpool tub, require a large amount of power to start up or operate properly. The Symphony II Power Management orchestrates these high-demand appliances with lower-demand items to give you true whole-house power with a smaller, more affordable generator.
Manages Power to All of Your Appliances -With Patented Symphony II Power Management technology, requires the purchase of Symphony II Remote Modules. Up to 8 modules can be added to ensure the generator won’t overload. See recommended products.
5 Year Parts, Labor, Travel Warranty – Briggs & Stratton's customer-friendly limited warranty os one of the most comprehensive in the industry. Offering a 5 year parts, labor & travel limited warranty.
Durable Enclosure – Designed to weather the elements, the system's enclsoure is made from automotive-grade Galvanneal steel to resist rust. Its advanced powder coat paint process results in years of protection against chips and abrasions.
Commercial Grade Engine – A commcercial-grade Vanguard engine means powerful performance when it matters most.
Flexible Placement –Have a tight lot line? Worried about your curb appeal? Install your generator as close as 18" from your home. Our generators are in compliancy with the stringent National Fire Protection Agency 37 standard.
Front Air Ventilation - Featuring unique airflow technology, the standby generator’s design pushes engine exhaust out the front of the unit and directly away from the house.
Quick Response – Automatically powers your home in seconds after sensing a power outage.
Superior Customer Support - Shopping for the right standby genreator for your home can be confusing, but Briggs & Stratton will be with you every steop of the way. Call our U.S. base Answer Care Representatives at 800-743-4115 to get your questions answered now.
This generator is rated in accordance with UL (Underwriters Laboratories) 2200 (stationary engine generator assemblies) and CSA (CanadianStandards Associations) C22.2 No. 10004 (motors and generators).
Warranty details available at briggsandstratton.com.
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