Kohler 14RCAL 14kW with ATS is a home standby generator from Kohler, rated 14,000 running watts on propane and 12,000 W on natural gas, measured at 67 dBA, with 120/240V output.
General
Type
home-standby
Fuel
natural-gas, propane
Power output
Running watts (gas / LP for standby)
14000 W
Running watts (propane)
14000 W
Running watts (natural gas)
12000 W
Performance
Noise level
67 dBA
NG use at half load
124 ft³/h
Propane use at half load
1.65 gal/h
Electrical
Output voltage
120/240V
Automatic transfer switch included
Yes
Features
Start type
automatic
Engine
Engine
Kohler CH740
Engine displacement
725 cc
Physical
Weight
440 lb
Warranty
Warranty
5 yr
What the numbers mean
At 14,000 running watts
on its best fuel, this unit covers most household circuits through an appropriately sized transfer switch; central air conditioning typically needs load management or a soft starter.
Runs on natural gas, propane — expect lower output on propane (roughly
10%) and natural gas (roughly 20%) than on gasoline; the spec table shows the
published per-fuel ratings.
Estimated fuel cost for 24 h at ~50% load: about $44 on natural gas at
national average prices (assumptions).
Permanently installed unit: sizing, gas-line capacity, placement clearances, and
the transfer switch are a job for licensed installers under local permits.
What can the Kohler 14RCAL 14kW with ATS run during an outage?
With 14,000 running watts on its best fuel, the Kohler 14RCAL 14kW with ATS covers most household circuits through an appropriately sized transfer switch; central air conditioning typically needs load management or a soft starter. Add up your actual loads with a sizing worksheet — the bands here are rough guidance, not a load calculation.
What does the Kohler 14RCAL 14kW with ATS cost to run for a day?
Roughly $44 for 24 hours of continuous operation at about 50% load on natural gas, at national average fuel prices. The assumptions behind this estimate are documented on the methodology page; your fuel price and load change the figure.
Does the Kohler 14RCAL 14kW with ATS start automatically?
Yes — home standby generators monitor utility power and start themselves when it fails, and this model is sold with its automatic transfer switch included.
