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Generac SG020 Generator Set

The Generac SG020 is a 20 kW (20 kVA) N.G./L.P. standby generator set powered by a Mitsubishi 4G15 engine. It is available at 120/240 V, 120/208 V and 277/480 V, single-phase, 60 Hz and rated 83.3 A. It holds about 4.25 L (1.1 gal) of oil and 6.6 L (1.7 gal) of coolant. Starting uses 1 group-27 battery at 12 V.

20 kW
Standby
1.468 L
Displacement
4.25 L
Oil capacity
2
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Specifications

FuelN.G./L.P.
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power20 kW
Standby kVA20
Prime power16 kW
ControllerH-100
Oil capacity4.25 L
AlternatorMMC 4G15 (2-pole, Class Class F insulation)
Voltage options120/240 V, 120/208 V, 277/480 V
Phase1-phase, 3-phase
Rated current83.3 A
Power factor1.0
Battery group27F
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity1
Coolant capacity6.6 L

Engine

Mitsubishi 4G15
Oil capacity3.79 L
Coolant capacity7.57 L
Displacement1.468 L
Aspirationnaturally aspirated

Maintenance & consumables

for the Mitsubishi 4G15
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterAir cleaner service—500 hr
Fuel filterNat. Gas or L.P . Vapor Systems—100 hr
Oil filterEngine oil filter—150 hr
Battery12 V, 90 A.H., 27F×1—100 hr
BeltFlexible Fuel Lines—100 hr
Coolant50/50 low silicate ethylene glycol base antifreeze and soft water—
OilHigh quality detergent oil SC/SD/SE/SF rated—150 hr
Spark plugNot specified—

Common questions

How many kW is the Generac SG020?

The Generac SG020 is rated 20 kW standby (20.0 kVA).

Which engine powers the Generac SG020?

The Generac SG020 is powered by the Mitsubishi 4G15 engine.

What fuel type does the Generac SG020 take?

The Generac SG020 runs on N.G./L.P..

What is the oil capacity of the Generac SG020?

The Mitsubishi 4G15 engine in the Generac SG020 has an oil capacity of 3.79 liters.

What is the coolant capacity of the Generac SG020?

The Generac SG020 cooling system holds 6.6 liters (1.7 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the continuous rating of the Generac SG020?

The Generac SG020 is rated 16 kW prime (160 kVA), against 20 kW standby.

What voltages is the Generac SG020 available in?

The Generac SG020 is offered in 120/240 V, 120/208 V, 277/480 V, 1-phase, 3-phase-phase.

What size battery does the Generac SG020 need?

The Generac SG020 uses 1 battery, 12 V each, group 27F, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What alternator comes on the Generac SG020?

The Generac SG020 uses a MMC 4G15 alternator. It has 2 poles. Insulation class Class F.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Standby100%153.04.3

Available documents

Reference — 0172320SBY (Generac)Parts manual — 0172510SBY (Generac)

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