Kohler 48kW standby generator

Kohler 48kW Standby Generator

Kohler 48RCLC

Brand: Kohler

$30,380

Equipment starting price

*Final cost depends on installation complexity, electrical work needed, and local permits

5-Year Warranty
Free Delivery

Is the Kohler 48RCLC right for you?

Find out if this 14kW generator can power your home effectively.

Home Size Compatibility

Ideal: Large homes over 5,000 sq ft, light commercial applications

Suitable: Whole-home coverage with multiple high-demand systems, commercial facilities

Not Recommended: Small homes under 3,500 sq ft (oversized)

What it can power simultaneously:

Complete whole-house or light commercial electrical coverage

Multiple central AC units (four or more 5-ton air conditioners simultaneously)

All home appliances, workshop equipment, commercial systems, and luxury features running concurrently (electric vehicle chargers, pool/spa equipment, home theater, wine cellars, elevators)

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Description

Discover the high-capacity Kohler 48RCLC, available through Carolina Energy Systems, which stands as a premier choice for large homes and light commercial applications. Embrace uninterrupted power supply with this exceptional liquid-cooled standby generator, thoughtfully designed to ensure consistent and dependable electricity for demanding power needs. Count on Kohler’s renowned reliability and our expertise to keep you powered up when it truly counts.

Reliable. Trust in the durability of every KOHLER® generator at Carolina Energy Systems. Each one comes equipped with a heavy-duty, commercial-grade engine built to withstand extreme weather conditions.

Specifications

Power Output

  • 44-50 kW standby power rating
  • Multi-fuel capability: natural gas and LPG

Clean power with <4% total harmonic distortion
Engine & Performance

  • Kohler 6.2L (378 cu. in.) V-8 naturally aspirated engine
  • Liquid-cooled with 1800 RPM operation
  • Electronic speed control with isochronous regulation
  • Fast-Response X excitation system with rare-earth permanent magnet
  • Brushless 4-pole rotating field alternator

Design & Compliance

  • Dimensions: 89.8″ L x 32.9″ W x 46.5″ H
  • Shipping weight: 1,690 lbs
  • Aluminum sound-attenuating enclosure
  • Skid-mounted with removable access panels
  • Optional 181 mph wind-load-rated enclosure door kit
  • cUL/UL 2200 listed, CSA certified
  • ISO 9001 certified manufacturing

Meets NFPA 37 requirements for 18 in. offset
Control System

  • Integrated RDC2 digital controller with backlit 2-line LCD
  • Manages generator and transfer switch functions
  • Electronic governor with integral vibration isolation
  • GFCI service outlet installed on junction box
  • Over 70 diagnostic messages available
Installation
Our Complete Installation Process

1. Free Consultation & Site Assessment – Expert evaluation of your property to discuss backup power needs and provide custom system sizing recommendations.
2. Permitting & Planning – We handle all permit applications, coordinate with local inspectors, and ensure compliance with all codes.
3. Electrical & Gas Preparation – Professional contractor coordination for transfer switch installation and gas line connections through the enclosure wall with no stub-ups required.
4. Generator Installation – Unit delivered and positioned on gravel or concrete pad with all fuel and electrical connections completed to code.
5. Testing & Approval – Complete system testing, county/city inspector approval, and final quality checks.
6. Startup & Training – Professional system commissioning with comprehensive operation training, maintenance guidance, and documentation.

Warranty
5-Year Comprehensive Limited Warranty

Your Kohler [insert model number] includes industry-leading warranty protection for complete peace of mind.

Coverage Details
  • Duration: 5 years or 2000 hours (whichever comes first)
  • What’s Covered: Parts, labor, and travel expenses
  • Transferable: To new owners or locations when installed by authorized dealers
Protected Components
Engine and generator components
Control system and electronics

Transfer switch (separate warranty)

All factory-installed accessories
Service Network
  • Nationwide authorized service technicians
24/7 customer support hotline
Genuine Kohler replacement parts

Annual maintenance programs available

Extended Warranty Options

Extend your coverage up to 10 years with our comprehensive extended warranty plans. Contact your installation specialist for details.

  • Important: Warranty requires proper installation, maintenance, and operation per manufacturer specifications. Register your startup with an authorized service representative to activate full coverage.

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