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Article #24: Electric Generator and Power Generator Safety Tips

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






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