Kohler Generator 20kw Natural Gas install

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Robert Byrd

4 жыл бұрын

Installed and test run

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@stevekobb3850 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I appreciate the posting!

@jponyboyace 3 жыл бұрын

The best generator on the market!!!!

@thangknowa2567 3 жыл бұрын

Kohler man just left, full install price will be here in 2-3 days, probably going to do it. Same unit except aluminum cabinet and the Kohler Cement Slab. 20kw absolutely the way for me to go. Two months waiting list in Alabama. An excellent grown up choice, no doubt.

@rockystelone21 Жыл бұрын

Are you happy so far with your decision?

@cfoster6804 Жыл бұрын

I was about to buy a Generac but while researching heard this was way better as far as reliability.

@kadelasyone4189 Жыл бұрын

Generac definitely makes a name for themselves but kohler is definitely the way to go. It’s more fuel efficient and mainly American made, while the Generac is china and has more issues

@ronmendoza4916 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! That's way quieter than the Generac. AWESOME!!

@Sazonman 3 жыл бұрын

I was going to purchase the generac generator, but you sold me on kholar due to it's quietness

@mrr2041Rags 2 жыл бұрын

It just as loud as the Generac on testing 2 choose quiet testing or normal testing normal is better because it burns off water in oil 🛢

@Indian-girl09 2 жыл бұрын

It is not 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 there both loud ass hell !

@westhavenor9513 4 ай бұрын

Those are loud. Maybe a second enclosure would help.

@billy-sx8wx 3 жыл бұрын

Wife and I just decided that when we have our next house that we are getting a generator.

@russellmyers934 3 жыл бұрын

We've been grateful for ours several times, but especially this last summer when hurricane Isaias came through NJ. We lost power for 3 days, but the generator kept us comfy.

@johnnyblaze9217 3 жыл бұрын

@@russellmyers934 it definitely seems worth it did it run everything in your house and you didnt notice or did you have to cut back on a few things?

@russellmyers934 3 жыл бұрын

@@johnnyblaze9217 With 20,000 watts, it runs everything in the whole house; the 2 Ac units in the summer, and the heat in the winter. We have an "average" size house, 4bedrooms, maybe 2800 sq ft? The 20RESC is plenty for the whole house unless your house is huge.

@johnnyblaze9217 3 жыл бұрын

@@russellmyers934 thats great! nice to know it can power your entire home with no issues including things like ac seems like its worth the price

@thesauce807 3 жыл бұрын

Great video !! What size wire did you use from your main panel, and also where does the 120 Volt and cat 5 cables originate From?/

@russellmyers934 3 жыл бұрын

I had the 20RESC installed 4 years ago. I recommend checking the oil level once or twice a month and checking the battery water level regularly, at least every other month. The operating conditions are very hard on the battery. Keep an eye on the battery charging voltage on the display. 13.4v is about normal, over 14v is too much.

@furbaez1809 3 жыл бұрын

How much did you pay?

@russellmyers934 3 жыл бұрын

@@furbaez1809 The Generator, including the ATS (automatic transfer switch) and concrete pad was about 5000.00 and the installation was another 5000.00, including the gas line work, the wiring, etc. That seems to be about average; installation costs about the same as the equipment. So about 10K all in. Installation may be more or less depending on your situation. Easiest is if your Power lines and gas line all come into your house at the same location, and your electrical panel is nearby as well.

@TRICK-OR-TREAT236 3 жыл бұрын

WHY ? THE OIL LEAKS LIKE A BITCH ON THESE OR IT JUST EVAPORATES ?

@jochimbenschneider1915 Жыл бұрын

@@TRICK-OR-TREAT236 No they don’t leak. My contractor just got our 20,000 watt Kohler hooked up. He’s got it set to come on every two weeks and he said that’s nonsense about burning oil. He said they’ll go up to 100 hours and then he said you better check it and change to and make sure that it’s OK. Well if you think about 100 hours that’s quite a lot and if it’s only starting up every other week just for 15 minutes, so no you don’t have to check them every month. I was informed that about every 5-6 months check it and he said it should be fine even then.

@doubled5074 3 жыл бұрын

Where's the video of it running loaded?

@danram247 3 жыл бұрын

With the closed lid...😯 The noise is barely noticeable...

@jesseraines7262 2 жыл бұрын

What size gas line

@mikefitzpatrick5209 3 жыл бұрын

would you mind sharing the model number of the generator and the amount of install cost, just trying to get an idea

@suofside1732 3 жыл бұрын

looks to be a 20kw resa, price is around 4,500-5000 without install

@suofside1732 3 жыл бұрын

install usually is around another 4-5k

@cjbiker4780 2 жыл бұрын

The 20 KW is usually around $12K - $14K with their install, done and running with the key in your pocket.

@jimtalor7971 3 жыл бұрын

Did the concrete base for the generator part of the deal?

@cfoster6804 Жыл бұрын

No, you get your own or Kohler sells it separately.

@JR-ol2hw 4 жыл бұрын

So it has to be the 1st appliance off the meter?

@5thGenNativeTexan 3 жыл бұрын

Not sure what you mean by "first appliance off the meter". There's an automatic transfer switch that sits before the meter, and takes power in from both the grid, and from the generator. When it senses that grid power has been lost, it sends a signal to the generator to start, and when the generator is running it flips the input from grid to generator, thus completely replacing power from the grid. When it senses that stable grid power has been restored, it flips the transfer switch back to grid, and shuts down the generator.

@iNf3rNuSdI4bLuS1 3 жыл бұрын

How much will one of these units set you back?

@russellmyers934 3 жыл бұрын

Generally, the generator and ATS is about 5000, and the install is about 5000, so about 10K done.

@adrianbarrera385 3 жыл бұрын

Does that platform come with it or do you have to pay extra?

@robertbyrd244 3 жыл бұрын

I poured the concrete platform myself a week before the install.

@russellmyers934 3 жыл бұрын

You can also buy a premade concrete pad. Runs about 300 bucks. Google "genpad".

@scundoorsup5342 Жыл бұрын

So vandals can access all parts of this set up ?

@basketballjones6782 11 ай бұрын

You do realize that on NG, this isn't actually a 20KW generator, right?

@jochimbenschneider1915 Жыл бұрын

Which is better. Kohler 20,000 or Generac? I hear both and I know one has to be better. Seems Kohler might be?

@robertbyrd244 Жыл бұрын

Kohler has not had one bit of trouble or issues. My neighbor installed a generac and regrets it.

@jochimbenschneider1915 Жыл бұрын

@@robertbyrd244 I just got a Kohler 20,000 watt standby. Supposed to be the best liked of Kohler so we will see!

@hotrodgavin6543 3 жыл бұрын

Generac is cheaply built like a briggs and stratton engine (similar to an intek series) Kohler has the best engine design by far. super easy to work on even there cheaper ones like Courage and 7000 series, Kohlers Command series are the best engines made this Generator has a Kohler Command EFI 37 or 40hp I think. They used to put these on a lot of lawn mowers but companies did not want to pay $2000 for an engine, Courage was similar to command they have the same block but from there they made price cuts 7000 series is the new re-designed Courage, my brother has a 26hp kohler 7000 that had a bad oil leak on valve cover I used 2 kohler command covers and drilled a hole in one (for pulse pump) they just used silicon for the covers but command use a ring seal

@5thGenNativeTexan 3 жыл бұрын

Depends on the model. Most all of the sub 22kw gens are going to have some version of an air-cooled engine. My 27KW Generac has a liquid-cooled Mitsubishi engine.

@robertbutler8004 3 жыл бұрын

Hot Rod Gavin Briggs and Stratton last forever mainly because they almost never start in the first place.

@hotrodgavin6543 3 жыл бұрын

@@robertbutler8004 I can't ever get an intek to start lol

@bjgigout9832 3 жыл бұрын

Good gracious! Can’t make heads or tails of your comment it’s so poorly constructed. Pretty confusing.

@hotrodgavin6543 3 жыл бұрын

@@bjgigout9832 simple made short Generac sucks

@kevinriley2261 3 жыл бұрын

How much did it cost (all in)?

@kelsyec5419 Жыл бұрын

i was quoted 17k 🙄🙄

@jeffwatson8400 3 жыл бұрын

Can anybody confirm how much natural gas this generator will consume in a 24 hour period at 50% load?

@trxtech3010 2 жыл бұрын

Probably cost's more to run that then your electric bill lol

@ralphgregory7616 3 жыл бұрын

So,is LP ( Propane) or NG ??

@JohnAdamso 2 жыл бұрын

Kohler can run on either.

@georgesmith4639 3 жыл бұрын

So what is the total out of pocket cost on purchase and install of this unit?

@robertbyrd244 3 жыл бұрын

$8500

@georgesmith4639 3 жыл бұрын

Robert Byrd I am amazed the price was that low if you used a Koehler recommended company for install and servicing. I’m in Durham NC and the same 20k unit installed is being quoted at $13k - $14k. My house is only 2200 sq ft with a single 2 ton ac unit, nat gas heat. Nothing complicated that would make the install difficult.

@russellmyers934 3 жыл бұрын

@@georgesmith4639 8500 is indeed a bargain. I pad about 10k all in. 14K seems high, considering the 20RESA and ATS runs about 5k.

@coreypatterson1386 3 жыл бұрын

@@georgesmith4639 higher an independent certified electrician to install transfer switch and also a certified plumber or hvac contractor to connect gas line....these turn key companies are raping people....all they are doing is charging extra and making money off the subs they higher for the install....I can personally deal with a certified electrician and certified plumber myself for the installation...purchase the generator online or where ever you prefer and have it delivered to your home.....have a concrete pad made/poured for generator to sit on......electrician and plumber will then come in and do their thing and work with code officials to pass inspection

@MrKen-wy5dk 3 жыл бұрын

My quote here in Houston, TX is $14,348.51 for the Kohler 20,000 watt generator-Air cooled 20 RCA 18" Rule.

@thesuperchargers5819 4 жыл бұрын

Surprised the motor goes right up to speed right after startup. Seems like that would decrease the life of the motor.

@ohio171 4 жыл бұрын

those engines are purpose built, and run synthetic oil, i dont like it either but they have to run 3600 rpm to make clean power

@baldbull5200 2 жыл бұрын

Air cooled engines must run at a higher rpm to keep engine cool. Liquid cooled runs half the speed, thus making for a quieter engine.

@cjbiker4780 2 жыл бұрын

Fixed throttle is one less thing to worry about. Pressure washers and most push mowers are that way now.

@KeithMichael0804 3 жыл бұрын

That wasn’t an install .. ugh

@MauriceNL1 3 жыл бұрын

Wait 20kW?? Who uses 20000 watts of power? Are you charging like 8 electric cars at the same time or something

@robertbyrd244 3 жыл бұрын

I can if needed!

@coreypatterson1386 3 жыл бұрын

Sub out an independent certified electrician for the transfer switch and a certified plumber to connect gas line ... these turn key companies are raping people on the installation.....I was quoted 12K give or take from 3 different turn key companies........I decided to buy the generator myself and hired an independent certified electrician and independent certified plumber who worked with the city and code inspection(s)...my final bill came out to $7500.....I've had zero problems

@5thGenNativeTexan 3 жыл бұрын

For a whole-house generator like this, it all depends on what you need to carry. One, or sometimes two HVAC units, perhaps an electric water heater, etc.. and you're easily into needing 15kw or beyond.

@daddyfeed7826 3 жыл бұрын

You have to be able to easily start your largest electric load without creating undervoltage for what's already running, biggest starting currents are for reciprocation AC compressors, mine was 4 ton and pulled 100A starting. After I switched to a scroll type compressor, the starting current was only 20 amps. The next largest load is the electric heating coils. Also remember that if you have dual units of each of these, the dual heating or dual cooling units could theoretically go on simultaneously.

@ryant1103 2 жыл бұрын

@@coreypatterson1386 This is great for folks who know what they are doing, but a lot of people don't have the time/energy to do everything themselves. We all pay for convenience in different areas of our lives.

@General-Eclectic 4 жыл бұрын

You'll sleep well knowing that it's not a Generac.

@aaronhuffman4852 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I know. This is all we install. No generacs

@robertbyrd244 3 жыл бұрын

We've been told that by several others too. Its been great so far.

@meadmaker4525 3 жыл бұрын

I'm in Florida and have been considering one of these whole-house backup generators. Generac is everywhere on peoples' recommendation lists. Can you tell me what's bad about them? And why the Kohler is better? Appreciate any info, as I don't want to spend a lot of money on unreliable equipment.

@General-Eclectic 3 жыл бұрын

Two things mainly. Their v-twins are glorified lawnmower engines, and not very good ones at that. Don't count on them running for a week long outage. And the noise. Shrieking loud. OMG. Second, it's a horrible company for support. When it fails, which it will, good luck getting it fixed. I scrapped a two year old 22kw guardian (yes, scrapped) and replaced it with a 24kw liquid cooled 1800 rpm Kohler and couldn't be happier.

@meadmaker4525 3 жыл бұрын

@@General-Eclectic - Thanks for the info! I'm having a look at the Kohler site now. Not sure how big a generator I need for my house, but I'm assuming they'll help me figure that out. Thanks again!

@dmdm9198 8 ай бұрын

Wait a second you had to add regulators to all of your gas appliances?

@johnabuick 3 жыл бұрын

That won't work in Texas, all the NG lines froze.

@5thGenNativeTexan 3 жыл бұрын

I think you're confusing the raw gas lines from the wells to the processing plants, versus processed gas to commercial and residential customers. It's the former that had freezing issues (some, not all), and not the latter. I ran my 27KW for the better part of a day on the nat gas line at our house in Houston.

@johnabuick 3 жыл бұрын

@@5thGenNativeTexan Not really, if the gas plants supply freezes then you may get some residual in the residential lines but, no gas plant pumps, no supply.

@5thGenNativeTexan 3 жыл бұрын

@@johnabuick My point was that your comment sounded like literally all the NG gas lines froze, which wasn't the case. Some of the larger commercial lines had reduced pressure causing some peaker plants to go offline, but while there was some residential pressure loss, the vast majority of my area had more than adequate pressure to run furnaces, water heaters, and items like my NG generator.

@johnabuick 3 жыл бұрын

@@5thGenNativeTexan That was fortunate for you then, I have NG here in the north and have also never experienced gas failure.

@basketballjones6782 11 ай бұрын

@@5thGenNativeTexan Why would one heat water which is already hot? Is that just a Texas thing?

@mrr2041Rags 2 жыл бұрын

Don't like oil filter on top

@basketballjones6782 11 ай бұрын

Buy an oil filter relocation kit and put it wherever you want.

@trxtech3010 2 жыл бұрын

Why is that not Black pipe? You cannot run gas or any sort through black pipe... Spent all that money with a good Generator but not properly plumbed in?

@oliviablaze7348 Жыл бұрын

You are right, galvanized pipe and fittings should never be used in a natural gas installation. The galvanized coating will flake off and foul your gas valve and regulator. I don't believe they installed a dirt leg either, which is a code requirement here in Ohio.

@trxtech3010 Жыл бұрын

@@oliviablaze7348 Yep same here in Tucson AZ/Pima County and such