Cummins Generator Series Available at Volts Energies
Cummins QuietConnect Home Standby Generators
The Cummins QuietConnect series is the most trusted home standby generator line for Canadian homeowners. QuietConnect generators are permanently installed outside your home and connect to your existing natural gas or propane supply. They monitor your utility power around the clock and start automatically within seconds of detecting an outage. No manual setup is required.
QuietConnect Key Attributes:
- Automatic start within seconds of a power failure
- Operates at 65 dB or lower at 7 metres (approximately normal conversation volume)
- Runs on natural gas or propane
- Standard models operate at temperatures down to -18 degrees Celsius
- Extreme cold weather models operate at temperatures down to -40 degrees Celsius
- Remote monitoring and operation via the Cummins Cloud Connect smartphone app
- Intelligent Load Management for efficient operation of multiple heavy loads
- CSA 22.2 and B149-2 compliant for Canadian installation standards
- Engineered, tested, and manufactured in the USA
- Backed by a 5-year or 2,000-hour limited warranty
QuietConnect Models at Volts Energies:
Cummins RS13A — 13 kW Home Standby Generator: The RS13A is the ideal starting point for Canadian homeowners who need reliable backup power for critical circuits including heating, refrigeration, lighting, water pumps, and medical equipment. Runs on natural gas or propane and connects permanently to your home electrical panel through an automatic transfer switch.
Cummins RS17A — 17 kW Home Standby Generator: The RS17A provides mid-range whole-home coverage for larger Canadian homes. Covers heating systems, refrigeration, sump pumps, lighting, and multiple appliances simultaneously on natural gas or propane.
Cummins RS20A — 20 kW Home Standby Generator: The RS20A is the most popular QuietConnect model for Canadian whole-home backup. With enough output to start and run a 5-ton central air conditioning unit under full household load, the RS20A covers virtually any Canadian home. Voltage stability stays within 1.25 percent under steady-state conditions for clean power to sensitive electronics.
Cummins RS50 — 50 kW Commercial Standby Generator: The RS50 is built for businesses, large commercial properties, agricultural operations, and facilities that require uninterrupted power at scale. Contact Volts Energies for a commercial consultation and quote.
Cummins Onan RV Generators
Cummins Onan RV generators are purpose-built for motorhomes, fifth wheels, travel trailers, and campervans. With over 95 years of generator manufacturing experience and more than 1,500 service locations across North America, Cummins Onan is the most trusted name in RV power generation across Canada.
Onan RV generators meet National Park Service sound level requirements of 60 dB or lower at 15 metres. The enclosed muffler and sound-attenuating cabinet design makes them the quietest generators of their class for campsite use.
Onan RV Generator Key Attributes:
- Gasoline or propane fuel options
- Pure sine wave electrical output safe for sensitive electronics
- Meets National Park Service sound level requirements
- Compact form factor designed for RV installation
- Remote start capability with optional remote control panel
- Self-diagnostic capabilities for reliable operation
- Available from 2.5 kW to 7 kW output
Cummins Onan RV Models at Volts Energies:
Cummins Onan 2.5 kW Propane RV Generator: Compact propane generator ideal for smaller travel trailers, camper vans, and day use RVs. Powers a 13,500 BTU rooftop air conditioner, refrigerator, and essential electronics. Operates on liquid propane fuel from your RV tank.
Cummins Onan 2.8 kW Gas RV Generator: Gasoline-powered compact generator for smaller RVs and trailers. Draws fuel directly from the RV fuel tank for seamless integration and easy fueling on the road.
Cummins Onan 5.5 kW Gas RV Generator: Mid-range gasoline generator for motorhomes and larger travel trailers. Powers air conditioning, refrigeration, microwave, and electronics simultaneously. One of the most popular Onan models for Canadian RV travellers.
Cummins Onan 5.5 kW Propane RV Generator: Propane-fueled version of the 5.5 kW generator for RVs operating on liquid propane systems. Ideal for full-time RV travellers who prefer propane fuel management.
Cummins Onan 6.5 kW Propane RV Generator: Higher-output propane generator for larger motorhomes and fifth wheels requiring power for multiple air conditioners and heavy appliances.
Cummins Onan 7 kW Gas RV Generator: The highest-output gasoline Onan RV generator available at Volts Energies. Powers large motorhomes with multiple air conditioning units, full kitchen appliances, entertainment systems, and workshop tools on the road.
Why Choose Cummins Generators for Canadian Use
Cold weather reliability: Cummins QuietConnect generators are built for Canadian winters. Standard models operate at temperatures as low as -18 degrees Celsius out of the box. Extreme cold weather models extend operation to -40 degrees Celsius, covering the most demanding conditions across northern Ontario, the Prairie provinces, Quebec, and Atlantic Canada.
Quiet operation: At 65 dB or lower at 7 metres, QuietConnect generators comply with residential noise bylaws across Canadian municipalities. Onan RV generators meet the National Park Service standard of 60 dB at 15 metres for campsite compliance.
Natural gas and propane compatibility: Unlike portable generators that require stored gasoline, Cummins standby generators connect directly to your home gas supply for unlimited runtime during extended Canadian winter outages.
Canadian compliance: All Cummins QuietConnect generators are CSA 22.2 and B149-2 compliant, meeting Canadian electrical and fuel system installation standards for residential and commercial use.
Service network: Cummins operates more than 1,500 service locations across Canada and the United States. Volts Energies provides local generator maintenance and repair services to complement the Cummins national network.
Generator Sizing Guide for Canadian Homes
Essential circuits only (heat, fridge, lights, water pump)
→ Recommended model: RS13A
→ Power output: 13 kW
→ Ideal for backup power to critical home systems during outages
Average Canadian home full backup
→ Recommended model: RS17A
→ Power output: 17 kW
→ Supports most standard household appliances and daily electrical needs
Large home with central air conditioning
→ Recommended model: RS20A
→ Power output: 20 kW
→ Designed for larger homes with higher power demand and HVAC systems
Commercial or large agricultural property
→ Recommended model: RS50
→ Power output: 50 kW
→ Best for farms, commercial buildings, workshops, and heavy-duty applications
Small travel trailer or camper van
→ Recommended model: Onan 2.5 kW or 2.8 kW
→ Compact and fuel-efficient solution for small RV setups
Mid-size motorhome or fifth wheel
→ Recommended model: Onan 5.5 k
→ Reliable power for mid-size RVs with multiple appliances
Large motorhome with multiple air conditioners
→ Recommended model: Onan 6.5 kW or 7 kW
→ Built for larger RVs requiring higher continuous power output
Contact Volts Energies for a free load calculation and generator sizing recommendation for your home, RV, cabin, or commercial property.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Volts Energies an official Cummins dealer in Canada?
Yes. Volts Energies is a certified Cummins dealer in Canada, authorized to sell, install, and service the full Cummins QuietConnect and Onan generator lineup nationwide.
What is the difference between the Cummins QuietConnect and Onan generator lines?
QuietConnect generators are permanently installed home standby generators running on natural gas or propane for residential and commercial backup power. Cummins Onan generators are compact units built specifically for RVs, motorhomes, and travel trailers running on gasoline or propane.
Do Cummins generators work in Canadian winter temperatures?
Yes. Standard Cummins QuietConnect generators are rated for operation at temperatures down to -18 degrees Celsius. Extreme cold weather models extend this to -40 degrees Celsius without modification, covering conditions across all Canadian provinces and territories.
What fuel does a Cummins QuietConnect generator use?
QuietConnect standby generators run on natural gas or propane. You select your preferred fuel at time of purchase. The generator connects permanently to your existing home gas supply for uninterrupted runtime throughout any outage.
Do I need a transfer switch with my Cummins generator?
Yes. A Cummins automatic transfer switch is required for safe standby generator installation. It isolates your home from the utility grid when the generator starts and reconnects automatically when utility power is restored. Volts Energies stocks the RSS200, RA212N3, and RA412N3 transfer switches for complete installations.
How loud is a Cummins QuietConnect generator?
QuietConnect generators operate at 65 dB or lower at 7 metres, which is approximately the volume of a normal conversation. This level is suitable for residential installations in most Canadian municipalities with noise bylaws.
What warranty does Cummins offer on their generators?
Cummins QuietConnect home standby generators are backed by a 5-year or 2,000-hour limited warranty. Cummins Onan RV generators carry separate warranty terms by model. Contact Volts Energies for full warranty details on specific models.
