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Generac Protector 38kW QS Standby Generator

Automatic Backup Power For Large or Custom Homes
Looking to back up your entire home, or more items than usual? Consider the Protector gaseous automatic backup generator line. These units powers essential appliances and modern technologies during power outages, allowing homeowners and their families to continue living life comfortably and without interruption.

What Makes the Protector Series Such a Great Choice?
Generac's Protector Series offers benefits that competitors can’t match. Installation flexibility and cost reduction. Sophisticated, yet intuitive controls. Quiet operation. Supported by a 24/7/365 customer support team at our corporate headquarters, and a nationwide dealer network of more than 6,000 strong.

The best liquid cooled engine packs more power into a smaller footprint - ideal when space is a premium. The neutral styling, color and small footprint fits unobtrusively into landscaping. Clean burning, continuous fuel choice of natural gas to LP.

True Power™ Technology
Delivers best-in class power quality with less than 5% total harmonic distortion (THD) for clean, smooth operation of sensitive electronics and appliances.

Evolution™ Controller
A cutting-edge, intuitive control. The Evolution controller features a multilingual, two-line LCD text display with color-coded, backlit buttons. It has received upgrades, including USB flash capability, smart battery charging, voltage adjustment, and backlit membrane pad style buttons.

5-year limited warranty with extended warranty options available
We are proud of our innovative product design, high quality and first-class reliability so we stand behind them with a strong 5, 7 or 10-year limited warranty.

Can Be Installed Just 18" From a Structure
Capability to be installed 18 inches away from a structure, ideal for areas with tight lot lines. Generac’s is the only manufacturer of standby generators to have 18” offset on most of its residential lineup.

Tough, Durable All-Aluminum Enclosures
Our RhinoCoat™ powder-coated finish helps make corrosion-resistant aluminum perfect for all weather conditions.

Quiet-Test™
All backup generators run a weekly test to ensure the system is running properly. Thanks to Quiet-Test, your Protector Series home generator runs its self-test at a lower, quieter RPM, which can be programmed to run weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly.

Mobile Link™ Connectivity
Comes standard with all Protector Series generators. Mobile Link allows you to monitor the status of your generator from anywhere in the world using a smartphone, tablet or PC. Easily access information, such as the current operating status and the generator’s maintenance schedule. Connect your account to an authorized service dealer for fast, friendly and convenient assistance. With Mobile Link, your generator is taken care of before the next outage.

Additional Features
Improved stub ups and electrical connection access decrease installation costs. All connections are dual conductor rated, and the implementation of quick connects for the control wires, completely eliminates the need for crimping or lugging.
Improved customer connection access, which decreases installation costs.

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Rated 5 out of 5 by McPhail from Worth every penny Upgraded from 20KW, needing to handle more load in the house. This new generator is a monster. You can not hear it inside (it is near the master bedroom. Switch over is almost to fast to notice. WIFI feature is great. Our installation was painless ( and fun to watch).

Date published: 2021-07-24

Rated 4 out of 5 by Terry from Just installed went smooth… Will give more detailed review when I have to use the generator…..all good so far.

Date published: 2021-07-23

Rated 5 out of 5 by Ed from great team From the opening sales meet with Frankie, the entire project was great. Excellent team members work performance, and making sure I understood the process.

Date published: 2021-06-19

Rated 5 out of 5 by Beardsly from Architect From the sales visit from Matthew to the follow up from Tyler and the excellent crew of 6 men, the entire process has been professional and just downright super. We had a 38KW unit installed. The crew showed up around 10:30 and completed all the work at 7:00 p.m. It was a great experience. It's wonderful to know that there are companies out there who have pride in their work and train their employees well. Thank you.

Date published: 2021-06-11

Rated 5 out of 5 by FHF from Product Is Excellent Prior to purchasing I spent some time evaluating gen set units for installations in our family properties. My research over two years and 40+ years with propulsion, engines and electrical generation led me to Generac. I am completely satisfied with the unit. The system is only as good as the installation. The installer Ready Power was beyond excellent. Standards that meet National Electrical Codes and Piping Code standards. The engine is one part of a emergency power system you select. Choosing the correct installer will ensure that you have a reliable and safe system that will last a long time if properly exercised and properly maintained.

Date published: 2021-06-05

Rated 5 out of 5 by Janthegardener from This size generac is phenomenal! We have had friends that have installed smaller systems and they do not power the entire home. I believe that if you want to have backup power, it should cover your pool, home, AC, heat, and all other necessities of our daily lives. It will make a world of difference when you lose power next.

Date published: 2021-06-03

Rated 5 out of 5 by Larry from This is a great product for a reasonable price Did our startup today and looking forward to years of great service...

Date published: 2021-05-20

Rated 4 out of 5 by CL from Wrong nozzle, proper tool not included The unit was shipped with natural gas instead of desired propane nozzle. Changing required significant disassembly. Instructions said to remove nozzle with flat blade screwdriver but nobody has a screwdriver that is 5/8 in wide. I literally had to fabricate a tool to remove and install the nozzles. Installer knew nothing about this so it was fortunate I had a plasma table and proper material to make a big enough tool. What do you expect your installers to do without the right tool?

Date published: 2021-05-09

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38kW-RG038-QS is rated 4.9 out of 5 by 68.

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