I am a big fan of battery backup systems that can supply emergency power during outages. After living through three major hurricanes, I have a deep understanding of the need for backup energy. These portable power stations come in a variety of sizes and wattage capacities. While there are occasions when a large system is …
Generator
When a generator starts and idles just fine, but then dies under load, it usually indicates a fuel delivery issue. My neighbor ran into this issue recently. Let’s make sure that you know what to do if it happens to you. If your generator is continuously dying under load, it’s likely due to a clogged …
Having lived through multiple hurricanes, I realize how critical it is to have a reliable generator. Without proper maintenance, you may find your generator starts but won’t idle or carry a load without dying. Here’s what I’ve found from my experience. If your generator starts but won’t keep running, here are two likely issues to …
A generator that is blowing fuses indicates an underlying issue and should not be ignored. You need to understand the primary reasons this happens and how to troubleshoot it. Likely causes of a generator repeatedly blowing a fuse include: An electric current overload Short circuit in the system Ground fault. Incorrect fuse size installed Any …