I have a natural gas all-home Generac. It’s set to test every Sunday for 10 minutes. I also run a full test by switching the main off at the service box and let the generator run for 10 minutes.
From: BVARC <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Greg Pendley CGP Solutions, LLC via BVARC Sent: Monday, June 16, 2025 5:15 PM To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB <[email protected]> Cc: Greg Pendley CGP Solutions, LLC <[email protected]>; Daniel Poirot <[email protected]> Subject: Re: [BVARC] On generator maintenance... I usually run my generator within the first week of each month, but have fallen behind this month. Thanks for the reminder. It's also a good time to think about your fuel. While I use stabilizer to extend the life of the fuel to two years, I generally cycle my fuel on a 12 month rotation by using it in my suburbans to make sure my gasoline stays fresh in storage. It is also important to note that rules limit gasoline storage at home to 25 gallons in Department of Transportation approved containers holding no more than 5 gallons total capacity in each container. I keep my lids a little loose to prevent a build up of gasoline vapors in the container. Stay Safe. Greg Pendley On 06/16/2025 3:57 PM CDT Daniel Poirot via BVARC <[email protected] <mailto:[email protected]> > wrote: Well, heck... I pushed my generators out of the garage and fired up #1 and #2, no problems. Wouldn't you know it, #3 won't hit a lick. Runs on starter fluid but not on gasoline. I am betting on a fouled carburetor. I have a little something to do later... On my earlier post, the observant reader would notice the sample breaker is 30 amps and not the required 50 amp. ALways double check your part numbers! ;-) 73 Dan KJ5IZK ________________________________________________ Brazos Valley Amateur Radio Club BVARC mailing list [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]> http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org Publicly available archives are available here: https://www.mail-archive.com/[email protected]/ Kindest regards, Greg Pendley Energy Manager Providing consultant services and purchase strategies for electricity buyers across Texas. Contact Information: CGP Solutions, LLC 9203 HWY 6 South, Ste 124/419 Houston, TX 77083 Phone: 281-809-5317 Fax: 281-809-5347 Mobile: 713-598-8981 Toll Free: 855-598-8981 Email: [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]> Website: http://www.cgp-solutions.com <http://www.cgp-solutions.com/> P.U.C.T. Registered Aggregator # 80200 P.U.C.T. Registered Broker # 190366 This document contains confidential information intended only for the recipient or his/her authorized agent, be advised that unauthorized use of this communication or attachments is strictly prohibited. If you have received this document in error, please return the original message to us at the address listed above via the US Postal Service. CGP Solutions, LLC seeks to provide accurate information, however we are not responsible for the decisions of others. Users of email information must verify the accuracy of data prior to taking any action based upon the information.
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