Looking for Answers about GE 10,000-Watt Home Standby Generator?

Hi Gene - thank you for your question. The usage varies by what you are running but in general, if the house is natural gas, and has up to two 3 ton air conditioners, this unit can provide power for around a 2500 sq.\ft. house. For an all-electric house it will be in the 1700 to 2000sq/ft. You can double check your power requirements with your contractor or you can check out our finder tool which will help match you with the right sized generator for your needs:

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Hi Fred,
Thank you for your question.
This Package includes a 200-Amp whole house symphony transfer switch.
I have attached a video on the product demo.(Video to be attached)
For any other questions please call us at our Appliance Hotline# 1-800-455-3869.
Hope this helps...

Hello Duke. I’m Newf from the Home Depot’s How- To Community, http://community.homedepot.com .
The Symphony load regulating system allows a smaller generator to selectively power many of your home’s circuits. This is not the same as having the ability to power all circuits at once. The transfer switch needs to be located within 2 feet of your main breaker panel. If the “out buildings” circuits are tied to your central location, then you may be able to do this. I am somewhat concerned about powering a “farm complex” with roughly 40 amps @ 240 volts though.
Here is a link to the Installation and Setup manual for this unit: http://v.gd/6iTb22
I also recommend contacting The Home Depot at 1-800-466-3337 to schedule an in-home consultation.
I hope this helps, Newf.

Hi Granne-
This is Eileen with the How-To Community. The unit may run a heat pump; however, the starting and running wattage must be considered when calculating the power output needed for operation. This number must be included with the running and starting wattages of the types and numbers of equipment that will require power during generator activity.

-Eileen.

Hi Butch-

I am Eileen from the How-To Community.
The unit can be powered by liquid propane or natural gas.

Thank you.

Hi Dan,
Thanks for your question. Per the manufacture, the voltage options can vary based on the part referenced. We would need to know exactly which part you are referencing to further assist. For additional technical assistance with this unit you can contact the vendor direct at 1-800-444-7774. Representatives will be available Monday-Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM CST. If you have any additional questions for us, please feel free to contact our Online Customer Service department at 800-430-3376.
Thanks!

Hello Rich, I’m Newf from the Home Depot’s how-to Community. Thank you for your question.

These units have a heavily painted steel housing.
They have a 1 year warranty against surface rust and a 2 year warranty on rust through.
For more information see the operator's manual at this site:
http://bsintek.basco.com/BriggsDocu...

I hope this helps,
Newf.

Hi Smitty,

Thank you for your question.

Yes you can, switch the setting to manual mode.

Hope this helps...

Hello Valued Customer,
Thanks for your question. This item is equipped for natural gas use. Please note this generator requires professional installation before use. For details on installation cost/options available in your area, visit The Home Depot store near you, where a knowledgeable associate will help you review our installation services. They will also provide an overview of your generator project and the installation options available in your area. Then we'll arrange for one of our licensed*, authorized installation professionals to call you within 48 hours to schedule an in-home survey. (A nominal survey fee will be applied toward the purchase price of the installation). To locate a store near you, please click on the “store locator” found on the top of each page. If you have any additional questions, please contact our Online Customer Service department at 800-430-3376.
Thanks!

YOU CAN BUY BATTERIES AT BATTERY PLUS.

Hi Jim,

Thank you for your question.

The battery specifications for this Generator are as follows;

Volts 12 volts
Amps 350 CCA (Cold Cranking Amps)
Type AMG (Absorbent Glass Mat)
Terminal Hardware M8

Hope this was helpful.

Hello Valued Customer,
Thank you for your question. For details on installation cost/options available in your area, visit The Home Depot store near you, where a knowledgeable associate will help you review our installation services. They will also provide an overview of your generator project and the installation options available in your area. Then we'll arrange for one of our licensed*, authorized installation professionals to call you within 48 hours to schedule an in-home survey. (A nominal survey fee will be applied toward the purchase price of the installation). To locate a store near you, please click on the “store locator” found on the top of each page. If you have any additional questions, please contact our Online Customer Service department at 800-430-3376.
Thanks!

Hi Rootsgal,

Thank you for your question. I did reach out to the manufacturer on this question and here is their note to you-

"Propane tank size is based on outside temperature and % fill of the tank. To be on the safe side, I would recommend at least a 250 gallon tank but would prefer a 500 gallon tank. A “Weber Grill” 20lb cylinder does not produce enough BTU to run this generator under load"

Hope this helps.

Hi joe - In order to make sure we get you the right contractor to help you with your needs - please reach out to our Installation Services department by calling 888-430-9500 or you can text "INSTALL" to "HDEPOT" (433768) to receive a call back from an Installation Specialist.

Hi Alex,
Thank you for your question.
You can check the availability of delivery by entering zip code on upper right corner of the product page. You could also visit your local store and they could help you place a special order for the product.
Hope this helps.

"Hi TameraF,
For any replacement parts for this generator, please refer to the link below:
http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs.... Or call on our Parts Hotline# 1-877-650-2121."

Hi Gan-
I am Eileen from the How-To Community. There is no “overhaul kit,” however there are individual parts available through GE, GE dealers, and Briggs and Stratton dealers.
There is a maintenance kit available (Part Number 6035 for the 10kW) that includes two sparks plug, air filter, oil filter, and oil.
Thank you.

Hello Gridlocked,
I’m Newf from the Home Depot’s How-To Community.
Liquid propane has an average density of about 36.4 cubic feet per gallon.
At a rated ½ load use of 35 cubic feet/hour, this unit will use 35/36.4 or about 0.96 gallons/hour.
At full load a usage of 65 cubic feet/hour converts to 65/36.4 or 1.8 gallons/hour.
These units are not designed for continuous use as a primary power source.
They will also need to be shut down periodically for engine maintenance, oil changes, etc.
I hope this helps,
Newf.

"Hi Richard,
Thank you for your question.
We do offer Installation Services for the Generators.
Please refer to the link below for further information on this:
http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs..."

Hello Mike, I’m Newf from the Home Depot’s how-to Community. Thank you for your question.

If operating the generator below 40 degrees F, it is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that a battery warmer be installed. This item is available at your local servicing dealer.

For more information, please call (888) 575-8226 between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm Central Time.

I hope this helps,
Newf.