| When buying a diesel generator make a list of the | | | | When buying a diesel generator make a list of |
| lights and equipment that will be running off the | | | | the lights and equipment that will be running off |
| generator. Total the wattage requirements to | | | | the generator. Total the wattage requirements to |
| determine the capacity of the generator. | | | | determine the capacity of the generator. |
| Compare wattage requirement and the price of | | | | Compare wattage requirement and the price of |
| the generator. If the generator is to be | | | | the generator. If the generator is to be |
| connected directly to the electrical system, then it | | | | connected directly to the electrical system, then it |
| is advisable to hire a qualified technician to install | | | | is advisable to hire a qualified technician to install |
| the transfer switch. Ensure that the generator has | | | | the transfer switch. Ensure that the generator has |
| adequate storage capacity, longer usage time at a | | | | adequate storage capacity, longer usage time at a |
| stretch, overload protection and auto shut off | | | | stretch, overload protection and auto shut off |
| facility. | | | | facility. |
| Portable generators are critical to have in | | | | Here is an example of a electric generator you |
| emergencies or for use in areas where there is | | | | can find at XG Power. This one is a 6700-watt |
| no traditional electricity. Always keep in mind there | | | | Electric Generator 110 / 240 volt with electric |
| are safety issues related to the proper use of | | | | start |
| the generators. Portable generators can cause | | | | Our generator packs plenty of power to run |
| electrocution if they are left in the rain or sitting in | | | | heavy-load equipment like heaters or air |
| water. Keep the generator under a canopy where | | | | compressors. Auto decompression ensures easy |
| it is protected, but not totally enclosed. It must | | | | starting. Dependable, maintenance-free ignition and |
| still have adequate ventilation. Never touch the | | | | brushless alternator. Large, super-quiet muffler. |
| generator when you are standing in water or | | | | Black, tubular steel frame and easy-to-read fuel |
| your hands are wet. Never run extension cords | | | | gauge. This super-fuel-efficient generator gets up |
| through water of any kind. Keep all unauthorized | | | | to 11 hours of continuous operation on a tank of |
| people away from the unit while it is operating. | | | | gas. |
| Make sure all extension cords are of high enough | | | | Generator Specifications: |
| rating for whatever load they are to carry. Also | | | | * Type : Brushless AVR - Single Phase |
| check for fraying, exposed wires or areas where | | | | * AC Frequency : 60 HZ |
| the cord may be underneath something else and | | | | * Maximum AC Output : 6700 Watts |
| is hard to see. Many people will put cords under | | | | * Rated AC Output : 6000 Watts |
| rugs or furniture, but this can harm the cord and | | | | * Rated / Maximum AC Current : 50.0 / 55.0 |
| hide any defects in the cord. | | | | Amps @ 120 Volts |
| Check cords when the portable generator is | | | | * Driving Method : Direct |
| operating to make sure they are not overheating. | | | | * Two 110 volt and two 220 volt outlets |
| Overheating is an indication of too much load for | | | | Engine specifications: |
| the cord or else damaged wires inside the cord. | | | | * Type : 4-Stroke, OHV, Air Cooled |
| Even though the cords may be rated for the load | | | | * Rated Horsepower : 12HP @ 3,600 rpm |
| you have, if compressors are turning on and off, | | | | * Bore x Stroke : 66mm x 50mm |
| the load may be temporarily increasing beyond | | | | * Displacement : 357cc / 12HP |
| the rating. | | | | * Cooling : Forced Air |
| Even with the best alternative system such as | | | | * Lubrication : Wet Sump |
| solar energy or wind energy, sometimes the | | | | * Oil Capacity : 0.63 qt |
| weather may not cooperate and land us in | | | | * Starting Method : Recoil |
| darkness when the main power source fails. To | | | | * Ignition System : Transistor Controlled |
| keep our power system running, a backup engine | | | | * Fuel Tank Capacity : 5.5 gal (20.8 Litres) |
| generator may be just the thing. For businesses | | | | * Recommended Fuel : Unleaded Regular |
| with sensitive computer networks, or homes with | | | | * Continuous Operating Hours : 11.3 |
| critical medical equipment, a back up power | | | | * Dry Weight : 185 lb (84kgs) |
| system such as a diesel generator may be | | | | * Noise Level @ 25 ft : 73.5 dBA |
| necessary even when grid power is available. | | | | * Package size: 27 in.L x 21 in.W x 22.5 in.H |