Briggs & Stratton PowerProtect 26,000-Watt Dual Fuel Home Standby Generator with 400-Amp Automatic Transfer Switch – Model 40802

The Briggs & Stratton PowerProtect 26,000-Watt Dual Fuel Home Standby Generator is engineered to provide dependable, high-capacity backup power for homes with significant electrical demand. Designed to operate on either liquid propane or natural gas, this generator offers fuel flexibility while delivering consistent, automatic standby performance during utility outages.

Model 40802 includes a 400-amp automatic transfer switch, which automatically detects power loss, starts the generator, and transfers electrical load — all without manual intervention. Once utility power is restored, the system automatically returns to normal operation. This configuration is ideal for large homes, multi-system HVAC loads, multiple appliances, and other high-draw electrical needs.

Built with durable components and engineered by Briggs & Stratton, the PowerProtect series supports long-term standby applications where reliability and capacity are key.

Specifications

• Model Number: 40802

• Rated Output: 26,000 Watts

• Fuel Type: Dual fuel (Liquid Propane / Natural Gas)

• Generator Type: Home standby generator

• Series: PowerProtect

• Automatic Transfer Switch: 400-Amp ATS included

• Operation: Fully automatic standby operation

• Application: Large residential whole-home backup power

Warranty

• Residential Use: 5-Year Limited Warranty

• Warranty is provided by Briggs & Stratton and covers defects in materials and workmanship when the product is installed, registered, and maintained according to manufacturer guidelines.

• Commercial or non-residential use may alter warranty coverage.