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That’s a good questions but I’m not sure I know the answer to it. Hope you find out 👍

Good advice thank you 👍

BTW. Our local electric cooperative LCEC installed a Generlink directly to my meter (50 amp cable). Cost about $1,000 installed. It completely bypasses and cuts off the main power coming from the utility co. when the plug is connected to the Generlink.

Thanks. I would guess it may struggle to power a whole home. Although I was considering the option of changing my set up from the 10 breaker panel that I added and going to a transfer switch at the meter. I would like to have the ability to run more on my home than 10 breakers…

@@kevshomesteadhi-jinks4071 OK cool… thank u so much for that information, the only reason I wanted to purchase that one because of the inverter. Mainly because of the noise…

I only have about 25 hours on mine. Sorry to hear about yours

I’ve had no issues in 2 years. I run about once a month and will be getting a trickle charger soon too just to be safe.

This unit does not have the “Para-link” plugs like some of their other units.

@@kevshomesteadhi-jinks4071 ok thank you

No I’ve only used gas but so far so good 👍

@@kevshomesteadhi-jinks4071 ok gotcha. Thanks

Man I’m sorry to bother you again about the natural gas knowing you don’t use it..but do you know if the natural gas hose that came with it is 3/4 or 1/2? And does it have quick connects on each end of it?

Sorry l guess I didn’t really specify in the video or my answer before but mine is the single fuel gas only one. I don’t have the option for natural gas.

@@kevshomesteadhi-jinks4071 oh ok gotcha man. Thank you

Over an hour away, still gotta root for them though 👍

That could probably be done too. I would think you may end up with more particles to settle out after fermentation but maybe the end result would be similar.

Never tried those but would always be worth a try

Good luck 👍👍

64.5” W x 25.75” D x 40” H

I keep mine cranked up to 155F for jerky. Still depends on surrounding temp and humidity for how long it takes but I never have it turned down below that.

I changed the initial break in oil after 5 hours and then I will change annually even though it doesn’t get a lot of use. There is a drain tube to drain the oil out which is nice, it’s just good to get it elevated to help if possible.

Yes it does 👍

All good advice. Thanks for the info. I’m starting to find a few go-to’s for pellets and recipes after a few years. 👍

I will say that this is a little noisier than I would like but understandable with it being an open frame. I can’t complain… when I’m in the house I can barely hear it. Thanks for watching 👍

Thanks for the compliments! I couldn’t say for sure on your question to be honest… I’ve heard of that being done but I’ve never done it myself. Sorry I can’t help with more info. Thanks for watching 👍

I am trying to decide between the champion 10000 watt and 9000 w/ inverter for whole house backup. I have a 3 ton ac unit, gas water heater, gas stove, and gas furnace, normal everything else in a 2200 sq ft home. I think both would be great options but am deciding between the extra 1000 watts or the inverter with sine wave. Any thoughts? Thanks!

I’ve always been partial to inverter generators for the clean power and I think they’re a little more efficient. At least for home power and electronics. That’s just my opinion…

Thank you! I just called champion and they said they’re non inverter units are safe for electronics and if they get to an unsafe thd level they automatically shut off….thought that was interesting. Thanks for your advice!

I actually don’t have an instagram anymore but appreciate the comment. Hope yours turned out great! Thanks for watching 👍

I believe I had some 1/8” metal rod lying around that I used for the floor to pivot on. I used aluminum flashing just like the guy’s website stated. I also followed his instructions on the size. One of the hardest and time consuming parts was cutting and bending the floor but it was worth it in the end. Thanks for watching 👍

Awesome I’ll have to try all those, thanks 👍

Yes it’ll show up along the bottom in smaller sized numbers. Good luck and enjoy 👍

I don’t have any knowledge on that model but I will say that I feel mine could power more than the 10 breakers that I have selected for it. Hope you have good luck if you go that route 👍

I guess I could see that being beneficial but I can’t say that I’ve ever done it. I’ve only really had it under load a few times and all other times I just run it to keep the battery and everything in good shape. Maybe not a bad tip though 👍

Cat was all good and jerky was even better… thanks for watching 👍

I've called them a few times for parts over the years. They've always sent me stuff for free. I have 4 generators and they sent me high altitude jet kits for each at no charge. I will continue buying their stuff, my current generators have never failed me.

I’ve been using Champion generators since 2014. My unit is model 100155, originally dual fuel, but put a natural gas kit on it. I have used to through multiple hurricanes (most recently lost power for over a week in Houston) and the great Texas freeze. With minimal maintenance (oil change once a year or as needed, changed the spark plug once, cleaned air filter twice) it has run and never let me down. I recommend Champion to everyone.

I’m honestly not very family with how much power one of those would take so I don’t want to steer you wrong. As long as the watts used is less than the running watts of the generator, should be good to go. Good luck and thanks for watching 👍

W/ a soft start, yes, for sure

Yeah I’d say it probably has enough power to do more than 10 breakers 👍

Going on two years and still a big fan of it. Sadly I just wish I had more time to use it and smoke more… good luck 👍

Glad to hear it, good luck 👍

I only used it once for a small job and it did fine. I have a 230 amp welder but wasn’t turned all the way up. According to some calculations, it should be enough to run at max load but haven’t tried that yet.

Good question. It’s a 14-50 plug that says 50 amp but according to the website it’s 30.2 running amps for 240V like you mentioned as well.

No. 50 amps times 240 volts = 12,000 watts, and this model is only rated to produce 9,000. Obviously, it's very useful for loads that don't need max current from that outlet (virtually all 240 VAC loads).

I haven’t tried any of those yet but hopefully sometime in the future. Thanks 👍

Hope so too! Good luck 👍

I don’t have too much trouble with smoke coming out of the bottom for the ash tray. It has a factory installed gasket on it so I think that helps. Thanks for watching 👍

The main reason I used the twist lock plug is the ease of installation with the transfer switch. Since it came as a kit with the plug for the outside of the house, I went that route. I think for what I’ll be using it for, there wont be any issues of not having enough power. Good luck and thanks for watching 👍

NO!

*Exactly one grounded neutral is needed*. The house already has that, so for home use, the generator neutral must not be grounded to the generator frame. But if he goes out in a field to weld, that required ground must be done at the generator.

You have to disconnect the fuel line from the tank and then remove the fuel tank from the top. It’s bonded on the top corner under the fuel tank so you just remove that connection. It doesn’t have the most clear instructions for doing so but not hard to do.

Why do you want a floating neutral? My Gen inlet is connected to the main panel outside and is grounded inside the panel. Would I need to do anything to the gen with my setup?

This is a helpful article to explain a little better than I can do in the comments. 👍 www.electronicshub.org/bonded-neutral-vs-floating-neutral/

@@kevshomesteadhi-jinks4071 thanks!

@@troyd.521Because your house has a bonded neutral at the main panel. You DO NOT want your neutral bonded at both locations. Parallel paths if there’s a fault. Breakers may not trip.