Q: How long can you run a home generator?
The simple answer to this question is that your home generator can run as long as your fuel supply lasts. This means that if you had an unlimited fuel tank or endless feed of natural gas you can theoretically run your generator forever. Since we know that all mechanical devices require maintenance, we must ensure that your oil level is sufficient and changed as indicated by the manufacturer, and any other periodic maintenance needs are addressed. These needs may require the home generator to be shut down for maintenance or repairs. So the answer to the question how long can you run a home generator? Is basically until the fuel supply is interrupted or maintenance and repairs are require shut down.
Q: What does KVA stand for on a generator?
When buying a home generator, one of the terms you may see is KVA. The KVA of a generator is essentially the term used to state the amount of power that a particular generator can produce. The “K” in this term represents KILO, used to represent 1000 units and the letter “V” represents Volts, signifying electrical pressure with the “A” representing Amp, which is electrical current. So 1 KVA means 1,000 volt amps. KVA is important to figure the power generating capability of a generator while devices that draw on this power are rated in Kilo Watts, and also how many KW’s your generator can handle.
Q: How long can I expect an automatic standby generator to last?
Today’s generators are built to last, and under typical usage an automatic standby generator should last up to 30 years. The engines of these generators are created with the latest technology, and if properly maintained should give decades of service. It is important to remember that generators that are air-cooled, having no specialized cooling system, are not meant for uninterrupted 24/7 service for months at a time.
Q: What is a transfer switch?
When your power goes out unexpectedly due to some occurrence such as a storm, or other unforeseen event, a transfer switch will link specific dedicated circuits that you feel are essential to your family or business to your automatic standby generator. The transfer switch is installed next to your home or business’s main electrical box and will connect power from the generator to those circuits. A transfer switch connects the generator to your main electrical box either manually or automatically when your power goes out. With an automatic standby generator power is almost instantly restored as the generator starts and the transfer switch directs power to the predetermined circuits.
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