®
Protector™
Series
INCLUDES:
• Two Line LCD Multilingual Digital
Evolution™ Controller (English/Spanish/
French/Portuguese) with external viewing
window for easy indication of generator
status and breaker position.
• Isochronous Electronic Governor
• Sound Attenuated Enclosure
• Smart Battery Charger
• UV/Ozone Resistant Hoses
• ±1% Voltage Regulation
• Integrated Base Tank Provides 24 Hour
Run Time Minimum at 1/2 Load
Standby Generators
Diesel Engine
Protector™ Series
1 of 6
Not for sale outside of US/CA
Standby Power Rating
Model RD015 (Gray) - 15 kW 60 Hz
Model RD020 (Gray) - 20 kW 60 Hz
Model RD030 (Gray) - 30 kW 60 Hz
Model RD048 (Gray) - 48 kW 60 Hz (single phase only)
Model RD050 (Gray) - 50 kW 60 Hz (three phase only)
• 5 Year Limited Warranty
• UL/CUL2200/UL 142 Listed
• Meets code requirements for External
Vent and Fill
FEATURES
¡ INNOVATIVE DESIGN & PROTOTYPE TESTING are key components of
GENERAC’S success in “IMPROVING POWER BY DESIGN.” But it
doesn’t stop there. Total commitment to component testing, reliability
testing, environmental testing, destruction and life testing, plus testing
to applicable CSA, NEMA, EGSA, and other standards, allows you to
choose GENERAC POWER SYSTEMS with the confidence that these
systems will provide superior performance.
¡ TEST CRITERIA:
PROTOTYPE TESTED NEMA MG1-22 EVALUATION
SYSTEM TORSIONAL TESTED MOTOR STARTING ABILITY
Meets EPA Emission Regulations
CA/MA Emissions Compliant
¡ SOLID-STATE, FREQUENCY COMPENSATED VOLTAGE REGULATION.
This state-of-the-art power maximizing regulation system is standard on
all Generac models. It provides optimized FAST RESPONSE to changing
load conditions and MAXIMUM MOTOR STARTING CAPABILITY by
electronically torque-matching the surge loads to the engine. Digital
voltage regulation at ±1%.
¡ SINGLE SOURCE SERVICE RESPONSE from Generac’s extensive dealer
network provides parts and service know-how for the entire unit, from the
engine to the smallest electronic component.
¡ GENERAC TRANSFER SWITCHES. Long life and reliability are
synonymous with GENERAC POWER SYSTEMS. One reason for this
confidence is that the GENERAC product line includes its own transfer
systems and controls for total system compatibility.
15 • 20 • 30 • 48 • 50 kW application & engineering data
GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS
Type Synchronous
Protector™ Series
Rotor Insulation Class H (15 & 20 kW) or F (30 & 50 kW)
2 of 6
Stator Insulation Class H
Telephone Interference Factor (TIF) <50
Alternator Output Leads 1-Phase 3 wire
Alternator Output Leads 3-Phase 6 wire
Bearings Single Sealed Cartridge
Coupling Direct, Flexible Disc
Excitation System Direct
VOLTAGE REGULATION
Type Electronic
Sensing Single Phase
Regulation ± 1%
Features Adjustable Voltage & Gain
®
GOVERNOR SPECIFICATIONS
Type Electronic Isochronous
Steady State Regulation ± 0.25%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery Charge Alternator 50 Amp (15 & 20 kW) or 70 Amp (30, & & 50 kW)
Smart Battery Charger 2 Amp
Recommended Battery
System Voltage 12 Volts
Group 27F, 700 CCA
GENERATOR FEATURES
Revolving field heavy duty generator
Directly connected to the engine
Operating temperature rise 120°C above a 40°C ambient
Class H insulation is rated at 150°C rise at 25°C ambient
Class F insulation is rated at 145°C rise at 25°C ambient
All models fully prototype tested
ENCLOSURE FEATURES
Steel weather protective enclosure with aluminum roof
Enclosed critical grade muffler Quiet, critical grade muffler is mounted inside the unit to prevent injuries and
Small, compact, attractive Makes for an easy, eye appealing installation.
SAE Sound attenuated enclosure ensures quiet operation.
Ensures protection against mother nature. Electrostatically applied textured epoxy paint
for added durability.
maximize sound dampening.
(All ratings in accordance with BS5514, ISO3046, ISO8528, SAE J1349 and DIN6271)