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"James" wrote in message
> After last month's ice storm in North Carolina, I have decided to invest
> in
> a portable generator. After some research at various sites, I am certain
> that around 8 kw will fit my needs. However, I still have **many**
> very
> basic questions about generator types, fuel storage, fuel consumption,
> power cabling to the transfer switch, etc.
> I know there are a lot of questions, and hopefully folks will comment or
> advise on the ones about which they have knowledge or experience.
> -------------------------------------------
> In terms of efficiency and fuel use, which generator type is best.....
> gas, diesel, or
> propane ?
> Has anyone here used a tri-fuel generator, such as the one made by
> Northern
> Industrial Tools ?
> How can one safely and properly store 150 gallons of gas ? I figure this
> is
> the maximum
> amount that i would need in any severe storm. I am aware of the use of
> Stabil, and I would
> also "rotate" the gas at least once a year.
> Has anyone here used a propane generator ? If so, how well did you like
> it
> ? What
> model have you used ? If you have not used one, do you know of one on
> the
> market
> right now, in the 8 KW range ? (I find that all the propane ones I find
> are much larger
> generators, up to 12-15 kw or higher).
> In terms of fuel usage, is a gallon of propane about the same as a gallon
> of
> gas ?
> I need 6 120 volt circuits, and two 240 circuits. The 240 circuits
> are needed for
> hot water, and water pump. Will this mean that I will need 3 distinct
> power cables run
> from my generator to the transfer switch in the house ? Are these
> pre-manufactured
> cables in given lengths, or will my electrician custom make cables ??
> If I use a propane tank, it may well be 50 feet lower in elevation than
> my
> generator, and
> up to 100 feet away. Will the propane travel an uphill run like this ?
> What is your favorite generator in the 7-8 KW range ?
> -------------------------
> Well, that should be enough questions for now !!
> Thank you in advance for any comment or advice !!
> James
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> in
> a portable generator. After some research at various sites, I am certain
> that around 8 kw will fit my needs. However, I still have **many**
> very
> basic questions about generator types, fuel storage, fuel consumption,
> power cabling to the transfer switch, etc.
> I know there are a lot of questions, and hopefully folks will comment or
> advise on the ones about which they have knowledge or experience.
> -------------------------------------------
> In terms of efficiency and fuel use, which generator type is best.....
> gas, diesel, or
> propane ?
> Has anyone here used a tri-fuel generator, such as the one made by
> Northern
> Industrial Tools ?
> How can one safely and properly store 150 gallons of gas ? I figure this
> is
> the maximum
> amount that i would need in any severe storm. I am aware of the use of
> Stabil, and I would
> also "rotate" the gas at least once a year.
> Has anyone here used a propane generator ? If so, how well did you like
> it
> ? What
> model have you used ? If you have not used one, do you know of one on
> the
> market
> right now, in the 8 KW range ? (I find that all the propane ones I find
> are much larger
> generators, up to 12-15 kw or higher).
> In terms of fuel usage, is a gallon of propane about the same as a gallon
> of
> gas ?
> I need 6 120 volt circuits, and two 240 circuits. The 240 circuits
> are needed for
> hot water, and water pump. Will this mean that I will need 3 distinct
> power cables run
> from my generator to the transfer switch in the house ? Are these
> pre-manufactured
> cables in given lengths, or will my electrician custom make cables ??
> If I use a propane tank, it may well be 50 feet lower in elevation than
> my
> generator, and
> up to 100 feet away. Will the propane travel an uphill run like this ?
> What is your favorite generator in the 7-8 KW range ?
> -------------------------
> Well, that should be enough questions for now !!
> Thank you in advance for any comment or advice !!
> James