If the power goes out for an extended period of time how long can the Generac 20kw run, on average, before requiring maintenance?
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You have to maintain the generator as outlined in the manual. Mine gets a once a year visit from the Generac Technician for routine maintenance. Two weeks of continuous running is not out of the question. Just keep an eye on the lights and if the yellow one comes on, change the oil and filter and start it again.
856135
If you have natural gas at your residence the generator can run for months at a time as long as the oil is changed on a regular basis, if you have propane it will run as long as the tank is filled on a regular basis
1298640
I it is meant for electronics. Not higher amp appliances. It will keep them running for while until power comes back on. How long depends on how many items are attached. But don't expect any ups to run more than 30 to an hour.
152217
If you draw too much current, it will blow the fuse. Otherwise it should run indefinitely.
982861
I haven't noticed a significant difference in time when the power goes out, but our power is out infrequently. I have noticed they tend to gain time - maybe 10 minutes a year. I usually set mine 5 minutes behind and then let them gain time until the next year.
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I've been using mine for an off-grid house for a little over 2 years now with no problems. We're running normal loads (fridge, computers, internet, etc) all the time, and I've even run a big miter saw off of this inverter a few times with no problems.
650241
Sorry, have not had it run for that long. Longest the power has been out is an hour. It ran about a dozon times in that period with no problems.
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My generator still s not running. Have a mechanic working on it, still will not continue to run starts and revs up dies in seconds.
877322
A thermal breaker prevents overload beyond a few seconds. It might be wise to contact Generac to discuss your loads before purchase.
409908
This is a very common problem with small generators. I have 4 UPS's and none will stay on line. The frequency on my generaror is too high (62-64) and I assume this is the problem as the voltage is fairly constant. One day when I have lots of energy I will attempt to adjust the throttle linkage as the frequency is directed linked to engine speed.
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Other answers answers the question. This generator is used for emergency loss of mains power. Not constant use daily. Use your local electric utility company. When it loses power due to storm or whatever, the generac starts automatically and switches on line by itself even when you are not there. When power returns, it switches back and turns itself off. MAGIC.
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It really depends on the amount of current draw, but I can tell you that generally you are going to get about 10-15 minutes of runtime from this unit on a standard computer. A gas generator is the only low cost option that will give you 3 days.
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Likely less than 2 minutes... it will carry you thru a short power drop-off or give you time for a quick (but orderly) shutdown.
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You can leave plugged in 24/7. Only operates when unit receives D C power from panel and A. C. power from grid
1920289
It would run it for about 18 minutes if fully charged. The inverter has the power and if you have enough battery it will run fine.
1232030
Call or email the company for this. I have a Generac 20K house generator on natural gas.
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This is Generac's basic automatic standby system and also you it's output depends on what fuel type you'll be using (7kw - LP, 6kw - NG). It should be sufficient enough to run your furnace (provided it's oil or gas fired), your fridge, your well pump, a microwave, and some lighting/receptacle circuits. This is all we would typically load this unit. No split system A/C, electric range, dryer, wall ovens, electric heat or similar large demanding loads should be put on this unit. Most whole home applications require 14kw and up (depending on load calculations and Generac's recommendations).
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Margaret, I don't know precisely. However, I would think any typical American household or home outlets would be sufficient. I haven't tried using it off a week generator, a car outlet, or a camper, or anything else like that, nor would I ever do so. I don't know what the numbers are not an electrician but I would assume you would need a house type outlet. Also, I'm not confident that you could use this overseas, at least not without some kind of "conversion" or something. I hope this helps and is not disappointing. :-)