what fuel runs the generator when electric power is off?
1803160
Ours is connecting to a propane tank. It runs great on propane. We wanted it off the natural gas grid because of failures last year. How long it will run depends on the size of the tank and the tank needs to be in gallons.
1803161
The generator motor can run on either natural gas or propane. The generator comes with a kit to change the fuel nozzle to accomodate the type of fuel you want to use. Using natural gas will decrease the power output by about one kW.
1803162
I have installed both, natural gas as well as propane gas units. It will run on either
1803163
If you have natural gas heat in your home, the generator isconnected to your gas meter, and then natural gas wil run the generator. If you don't have natural gas heat in your home, you will need to install propane gas tanks as your source of power when electric power is off.
1803164
It is a dual fuel generator, will run on LP or Natural gas , you have to pick one or the other upon installation, you cannot just switch back and forth.Bruce N. "Bud" Dowdy-Master Electrician Dowdy Electric, Co. An authorized KOHLER & Generac Dealer. 317 24POWER
1803165
Natural gas or propane , which every you have available to your site. What makes these better than gas or diesel is they do not really use a carburetor so you don't have to worry about problems with starting them up when you need it. Also this system has a weekly start and run (about 12 min.) program that keeps the gen ready for use...so when you really need it ...it just fires up and you don't have to do anything. Really a great system.
1803166
If you have natural gas service, perfect. If not, you will need to get propane service.
1088004
If the entire house goes out you first must trip the main breaker to prevent back. There is ywo sockets with twenty amp it should freg, heater,light. Direct off drop cords. I recommend. This generator
681465
This is what was listed on the box, Runs on Coleman Fuel or unleaded gas. I would recommend only using those 2 options.
97763
No electricity is required. Either a gas line (as I have) or propane will work. It is a GREAT grill!
1262606
Be aware that this is not a generator it's a power source. This power source will run out of power if you don't recharge it.
1410806
I use this on a car battery that starts my stand alone natural gas home generator along with a Katz block heater on the engine. This generator starts automatically once a week to self test all systems, and it sometimes gets below 20 degrees below zero here. Works great.
300091
The generator uses approximately one gallon of propane per hour. I'm not sure how much is used for the Weekly self-check.
1077793
You do not want to run it with a generator because it is worthless! It is the most worthless item I have ever purchased. You are bettert 0ff operating a fan. It does not perform well.
2049493
This is NOT a generator, but rather a storage battery pack that is recharged by either regular utility power or generator power or solar. I leave it plugged in and use the 40 watt solar panel to supplement on sunny days. My refrigerator, a TV, and my pellet stove are always plugged into it. Last summer I also ran a 10,000BTU air conditioner, and in power outages I have run a dishwasher, a microwave oven, and coffee maker.
2047093
yes... during an outage this generator powered a microwave,refrigerator,lights and coffee pot. plus other things.
1667705
I run this from the outlet, and it's been exceptionally reliant. There's a back-up battery for emergency power outage.
820111
If your generator has an off/on switch, just put it in series with the off side of the switch.
1639925
You need to have it checked out and have it serviced. Double check grade of gas you r using also. We don't have any problem with our generator running the air or microwave.
1551406
it can be used for propane or natural gas it has the hook up line for both. the electronic ignitor is battery operated. and yes i have used mine when the power is out
1805507
Yes, use regular gasoline and always check the oil level of the generator before you start it.
83422
Yes. While the engine is running, shut off the fuel supply line and wait until the engine dies. That will clear the engine of fuel. Then disconnect the fuel line at the carburetor and drain the tank into a bucket or gas can. Sorry it took so long to reply. I was out of town. If you are draining your unit for storage, it is safe to put a fuel stabilizer in the fuel and store it still in a well ventilated place. If you are shipping it then the purge method above is ideal. I have also found this generator runs better on ethanol free fuel. It stays tuned longer and runs cooler.
1670991
It will run off a generator however the generator has to be big enough to maintain the power of a 15 amp 120V ac circuit.