Discuss Fuel Type and Storage
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Troy-Bilt Generator review...and some thoughts on choosing the right back up generator for your home
What happens here
The presenter explains his method for powering his home during outages, using a specialized circuit breaker connection. He then strongly advises against using ethanol-blended fuels in small engines, including generators. He states that ethanol fuel separates over time, introducing water into the fuel system, which leads to damage and necessitates frequent carburetor rebuilds. To prevent these issues, he always runs the generator's carburetor completely dry after each use by turning off the fuel valve and letting the engine consume all remaining fuel. This is a preventative measure against fuel contamination that might otherwise require biocide treatments.
Goal: This step covers the importance of proper fuel selection and generator storage techniques to prevent fuel system damage, particularly by avoiding ethanol-blended fuels.
Tools and materials
- Generator Disconnect Switch
- Troy-Bilt XP Series Generator
- Non-Ethanol Fuel
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