Product Review: Firman TriFuel Generator Runs off Natural Gas!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 18 ต.ค. 2020
- BBQ stub out on porch will run this generator 24-7 on city Natural Gas during power outage. No more filling LP tanks or gas cans during long term outages.
We can run the entire house on this generator. - บันเทิง
Propane and Gasoline gives the best power output, either way I would get longer hoses and power cords( 35 foot minimum) to get unit away from house and off the porch.
Gasoline gives you the highest power output then propane natural gas is the least. If you plan on running natural gas increase generator size to accommodate. Gasoline is nice because higher output and can save some money on a generator but you run into finding gas stations that are open and who wants to store 50 gallons of gas to get you through a few days before gas station open again and have to wait in line. Just went through Beryl and wasn’t setup for natural gas yet but was lucky to find gas stations open. I kept 20 gallons on hand
Short. I like it.
I’m going to buy this one. Thanks for the info. They should be paying you
I prefer the inverter generators. Super quiet 🤫 I have a genmax 10,000 watt dual fuel and can actually have a conversation standing next to the generator without raising my voice.
I just got my Genmax 7500 dual fuel inverter from Sam’s. Running its break in now. Planning on connecting to my panelboard.
You shouldn’t need a regulator for natural gas! It’s already regulated through the system.
The line that comes with the generator has a regulator he’s using his own line so it needs a regulator.
Don't need the choke for natural gas or propane.
Awesome 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Awesome
Looks like you live in Forrest Gump house.
I never used gasoline in mine. Propane is the way to go. Propane last almost forever
Propane unless you have a big tank is not going to last long. Might be fine for quick outages or a day or two but unless you have a 100+ gallon tank it is is tough no?
Worst run time on propane at 50% capacity. 3.5 hours of runtime on a 20lb tank. If you have a house that runs on propane then it’s a non issue!
Where did you buy the gas regulator? What’s the name and model number? How much was it?
Thats just the gas meter valve im pretty sure lol
That new genmax (i think) 10,500 tri fuel has all regulators INSIDE the unit so u only need a hose. Then u only need a straight hose. 2800 bucks though
Nice boots, could you let me know what brand those are
I just bought the firman duel fuel. I hope it runs as good as it looks. Have you had any major issues with yours ?
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I have the same one, I was impressed by how well it ran and the power it produced. I changed my oil after first 5 hours and then every 24 hours with this TX heat. Some say that’s to much I say it only holds a quart of oil and will break down faster when it’s hot outside. A quart of oil is only a few bucks so why not change it and have the piece of mind.
How much is this and what's the gas consumption rate
Now in 2024 they are 1,300 I bought mine in 2021 at Costco for 799. Depending what you are running I’d burn 1 gallon an hour running my AC to almost less than 1/2 gallon an hour running my lights and outlets. All depends how much demand you are asking from it.
What size amp and cable do you have running for the house connection?
Get the thickest RIDGID you can. Depends on distance and amperage
Sure it is the 50 amp cord
I run 50 AMP with 6GA wire because of the distance to my panel and generator. If you plan on running AC or high drain appliances I wouldn’t use anything less than 8GA wire for the feed to panel if you are within 30ft
can it run the Ac unit?
I have same one it ran both my AC’s but not at the same time. Highly recommend getting a soft start for your AC if you plan on running it on a generator. Not only will it help your generator but also saves the life of your AC compressor it’s a win win.
Hi, I'm curious if you have any issue with electronics ? I read that this model has high THD and it's not recommended to power electronics. I'm worried it may harm things like fridge, furnace (control board), etc etc. Thanks.
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@@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiastnice answer to the original question
You do not need to chick the lo or natural gas to start… only the gasoline.
Not true, it won’t start on NG without choking half way.
To load for the city