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Kohler electric power generators are available in output wattages ranging from 8.5 to 100 kW. All Kohler electric generators can be run on either natural gas or liquid propane (LPG) as a fuel and each comes in an attractive sound attenuated enclosure. These home electric units are permanently installed outside a residential dwelling and are capable of providing all (or partial) electric power to a home when the utility power fails. These units are installed with Kohler's own automatic switching and control hardware for safe operation.

Kohler has a long established history of building quality electric power generator products going back to 1920. Today the Kohler home generator line ranges from 2.5 to 2000 kW and includes components such as controls, transfer switches, switchgear, microturbines for emergency standby and prime power system solutions. Kohler even has a service unit that provides mobile power and another that specializes in providing power, (and other services) to outdoor special events, anywhere, upon demand.

Since backup home electric generators, like Kohler, are installed outside the residence they have easy access to any existing gas lines. Where natural gas does not exist in a neighborhood the homeowner may decide to install a large propane gas tank that can be periodically refilled by a local gas vendor. These fully automatic systems are the most affordable and easiest generators to install. A properly installed automatic home standby electric generator system will restore power within 30 seconds of an outage, whether you're home or away. Power ratings range from 5000 to 50,000 watts to meet a wide variety of homeowner applications. These Kohler home emergency generators should always be installed by a qualified electrician and require the use of an manual or automatic transfer switch.

There are two basic power measurements for portable generators: peak power (also known as startup power) and continuous power. Both are measured in wattage. Peak power is the wattage required for appliances at startup or when they are running at their highest levels of power consumption. Continuous power is the wattage required for operation of those appliances under normal load.

If you use a portable electric power generator, safety is an issue if they are not used properly. These units must never be operated indoors, or in a home garage even with the door open due to the potential for exhaust fume buildup. In addition, homeowners must be careful not to overload the capacity of the generator by attenpting to operate too many electric devices at the same time. Careful attention to the operating instructions that come with each unit will make this a safe and rewarding purchase.