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9fingers wrote:As Novocaine says, isolation from the grid connection is VITAL
If you are only going to have a few things connected to the generator, think about how you will achieve this with your existing wiring.
1) you will have to cut off the grid connection (so you won't know when the grid comes back up)
2) you will have to religiously turn off all other loads to prevent overloading the genny
NEVER NEVER EVER put a 13 amp plug on the genny and plug into a wall socket.
Alternatively have enough extension leads from the genny to the various things that need powering which will be messy but avoids all the above issues.
Bob
9fingers wrote:If you are looking at diesels Kubota and Yanmar engines (please not motors!) are good.
For petrol engines stick to 4 strokes and drain all fuel at the end of the run and empty the carb by running the engine until it stops.
Look after the battery with a smart charger and be prepared with appropriate leads to jump it off a vehicle if needed.
Bob
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