*100% best **Generater.Systems** I have used. A test for hurricane prep here in Louisiana: three AC units, 5000, 5000 & 8000, 3 fridges, 2 device power setups, 4 flat screens....AND I had 40% of the power meter to spare.*
Excellent information! I just bought the XP12000EH which is similar so much of what you covered here applies. Funny thing was I was looking at the same Viking charger at Harbor Freight and was planning to buy one for my generator as well. I was very fortunate to find my generator as a Black Friday deal for $965; a 31% discount off the regular price of $1,399.
Good post. To make you feel even more prescient... I JUST bought a 1300EH. With tax... cost me 1,700 bones total. You got a GREAT deal! Congrats. I saw the deal you purchased when it was advertised... I opted for the additional 100 watts, as our A/C and circulation needs are pushing what these genny's will do. Was probably a mistake on my part, but... oh well. At least neither of us will be in the dark.
We have a 3300 sq ft home with two 4 ton heatpump/AC units with airhandlers, and well pump, and were able to run ONE of the AC's unit along with the well pump, refrigerator and a freezer with no problem. The AC units were made in 2015 so not really new. We ran all of this on just propane so it would be even better if we ran gas.
i am not sure why anyone would give a thumbs down.. Because This video was very informative, and helped me learn more about looking into a generator. i thank you for posting this. next time you have a power outage.. do a video ( if you can) and give us a real time looksee on how the pros/cons. .. awesome video and thank you for taking your time and putting it on youtube ! Cheers!
I will try to. I would always just turn off my main and do a video. People hate because I don’t use all the proper professional terms and stuff like that. Oh well. 🤷🏽♂️
Awesome video. I’m about to purchase this unit. I live in Florida and during Irma we were out for 12 days. I have a 4 ton AC unit and from all the reviews I’ve read they say it can handle a 4 ton. My electrician said I should really use a 15000 watt but I don’t want to spend double the price if I can get away with this generator which should be adequate. I can keep most of the other circuit breakers off to cool down the house and slowly turn on other breakers one at a time. Anyway, I appreciate your presentation it helped a lot, thanks my friend. Be blessed!
@@davidgoodwin9496 thank you, the unit just arrived today. My electrician actually mentioned “hard start”. I’ve got the ac company doing maintenance in April. I was going to ask but now that you advised it too, I’ll make sure to follow through. Thanks again for the good advice!
@@billmitchell3329 AC takes a lot of power, but the start-up surge can be the dealbreaker for the generator. The "hard start" reference mentioned may be talking about what I've heard called a "soft start". The idea is that accessory spreads out that surge, lowering the required *peak* surge current, and by that, it enables a smaller generator to work just fine.
@@PeterLawton thanks Peter. I had the hard start installed by my A/C company after receiving the generator. It was kind of pricey, a little over 200 but the starting amps for the ac is 17 amps when measured now so that should be no problem.The part he installed acts more like a soft start because the starting amps are so low. It was a single unit with the relay built within it.
To help you on your power that your generator has to put out for your AC unit install a soft start switch is around $300.- $340. and will cut way down on what your AC unit draws in amps on start ups. And will make your unit last longer. Your AC unit will only need about 1/3rd of the amps that normally it would've taken on start up so you will have more power to use elsewhere if needed without over taking your generator. I know the soft start seems high but it's worth its wait in gold .
I think you all need to know there are issues with this generator. I purchased the first unit back in December of 2020. It lasted all of 2 months and 30 minutes of run time, before it disintegrated the wire windings. Duromax replaced it with a new one. It ran for less than 30 minutes before it was back to the repair facility. They said the regulator they provided was incorrect and I needed a two stage propane regulator. Brought it home and it ran for 30 minutes. Thought all was good. Did my test run last weekend and once again it went back to the repair facility. They can't figure out what is going on with the unit. Bottom line - I do not endorse this unit as being a reliable generator.
Thank you for taking the time to share this very informative video. It has aged well. I think you answered every question we had concerning this genny. Have a good day!
I'm in texas as you know snow destroying our power grid, thank you for this video. I think this is doable for me and I love how you have it going to your box. I am looking for this for sure
My unit stays in my shed, I added a 12” 1 1/4 straight drain pipe and have it venting outside. I also added a soffit 6 x 16 in four corners at floor level. When running in the summer it gets very hot in the shed, I keep the door closed to help contain some of the noise, so I installed an exhaust fan. The fan combined with already installed ridge vents the inside temp of the shed does not exceed the ambient temp.
Have a brand new one we just got hit by hurricane Ian and guess what your generator will only run for 5 minutes and then stops! Tried call tech support and out on hold for 45 minutes then you disconnected me.really made my life difficult after going thru a shit show with the hurricane.Can’t wait to return this!
I have the same but the 12000 peak. The output on the yours using propane out paces my mine with gasoline. That quite power upgrade for just 1000 watt peak difference. Nice set up.
Now there is a very impressive set up!! I own the XP12000EH and it's a beast. I wanted the 13,000 version (like the one on this video), but all were sold out at the time.
I removed the gas tank on mine for better air circulation around the engine. It's four bolts and two hoses. Can be removed or put back on in less than two minutes.
I would keep the battery maintainer away from the generator only because the heat of the generator while running will eventually kill it. Thank you for the great video
Although it is mounted I have ran the generator for a few hours and the maintainer doesn’t get hot. All the exhaust and stuff is on the other side. The maintainer is on the intake side.
10,500 running watts and 13k watts peak is impressive. (Not sure what it is on propane) Keep in mind that 50 amp connector and proper cord is good for 12000 watts so nice sweet spot here at a decent price. If you're whole house is gas, this should indeed run everything unless you have some insane ton air conditioner. If you are all electric, a dual element hot water heater uses 9000 watts on average and electric hvac is at least 40 amps and way up there, something to keep in mind. Thank you for your review, I need another generator that is already prepped for propane...think I'm going to add this one to my fleet.
@@mrpitin111 DUDE.....SHES BULLETPROOF. One day they will figure out how to put an actual muffler on them...if this could be quieter it would be perfect.... HOWEVER.....no complaints with my 10K running draw food truck power wise....does exactly what I had hoped.... If you're not on.full pull though...idle control will bring it down to where u can stand next to it and talk. Someone make a hack to muffle this thing and ill buy one for my other trucks...
I need to check my cord to see if I will have the same problem of it not seating properly. I've had my generator for 2 years and never got a chance to use it. I had an outage but it was too dangerous to go outdoors so I stayed in and suffered until it was time to go to work.
Great review I'm on the Gulf Cost and Hurricanes down here are no joke. Looking to grab one of these puppys myself,thinking about the 15000 and run to my natural gas from the city for fuel that should run pretty much the house. Thanks
Propane bottles lasted four and a half hours , a full tank of gasoline on the generator lasted 12 hours , I think gas much more efficient than propane , but then if you're talking about a temporary outage it shouldn't be a problem , I am down here in Port Charlotte Florida and we are Scavenging for fuel after Hurricane Ian .
The gas tank is way bigger than the standard bbq propane tank. Also where I’m at gas is around $5+ a gallon and propane is still down around $3. Propane also doesn’t go bad like gas.
I did what you did with my exhaust in my detached two car garage. it’filled the garage with exhaust fumes and choke the motor out .there wasn’t enough oxygen just thought I’d mention it .I ended up running the exhaust to a muffler outside the back it isn’t very noisy at all.
@@jsjunkremoval it was raining in the winter when I let my garage door down I didn’t close it completely but there wasn’t enough air in it to run until I open the door I was just mentioning it for your listeners
Mike, was your muffler just a 1/2" economical lawn mower muffler? It would be nice if you could buy just any of the 1/2" mufflers from the Big Box Stores or Ace. I thought the muffler would reduce your output.
@@greatviewacres4377 With reducers metal reducers I can cover over the small muffler and expand the end of it to a 2 inch pipe an out side to the car motor it works
Very nice setup sir...Do U find that U actually need this much generator to run the house's systems? Your hookups look sound. I use a Champion 100296 ( 49 states ) dual fuel generator I run on LPG @ about 7 KW's of usable power. It easily powers the entire house, i.e., (3) phase deep well pump, FHW propane furnace with domestic hot water tank, all lights, TV, computer, shop air compressor, etc. I use the provided regulator that came on the chintzy 3 ft. hose that I replaced with a 6 ft. high quality hose B4 hookup. I keep ( 2 ) full 40 LB. portable LPG tanks on hand with ( 2 ) 20 lb. portables available as well. In using the larger LPG tanks U have apparently figured out the correct flow rate regulator to use with the factory reg. on your unit. I maintain a " use journal " on my unit & under normal usage I get 18.25 hrs. out of (1) 40 lb. tank... I too did my own installation on my 30 amp Champion generator using 10-3 Romex between my 200 amp main box with a " Interlock Switch " with a single, dual throw 30 amp CB going out to a 30 amp Reliant power inlet box on the outside of the structure. I use a 50 ft. L14-30 power cord that runs over to my outside generator pad that I also grounded even though I am internally grounded. That's just me, most people don't bother with it, although most installation manuals do advise it... I Did my install in Jan. 2018 shortly after major wind shear downed trees all across central VT & we lost power for a week & once again losing everything in my fridge & freezer for a 3rd time costings 100's of dollars after each occurrence... Thanks for sharing your experience here, Bill on the Hill, Vermont... :~)
William Farr I had a 10,000 watt that I converted to propane. It ran everything but not my 60 gallon air compressor in the shop. Most of the time I just shut the compressor breaker off when I’m on generator anyway. I haven’t fully tested this one but I wanted to make sure I had enough generator to run my 3.5 tom AC. The generator it’s self doesn’t need too much PSI. I have a high pressure regulator coming right out of my tank and a low pressure right before it enters the house. It seems to give everything in my house that is running off propane (heat, water heater, dryer, range and not generator) enough gas to keep them all going. I forget if I mention it but I installed the same set up for my father in law minus the large tank. He’s running off of 2 dual 26 gallon tanks that I connected together. You can find the adaptor on amazon from Mr. Heater. Overall I’m happy with both set ups I just like not having to lug propane tanks to get filled. But then again I lug his to get filled and my 26 gallon tank that runs my shop heater. I ultimately got this one because I didn’t want to have too little of a generator and also didn’t want my generator to be running at lax capacity the whole time either.
Dis you separate the ground and neutral and make it an floating neutral unit as som many advise if your going to use it to back feed for supply voltage into a house?
Can this generator use gas or propane ? What's the most amount of watts it can get using propane ? I like the ones with a remote start or electric start ?
Thanks for this video. I have the same genny and want to do the same thing (hook to my home propane). Duromax says their 8500 watt and up units require 3 psi of propane pressure. What pressure is your home propane? Mine comes in at 11 inches water column and I am not sure if that will run the unit or it really does require the 3 psi. Also, Duromax says to always use the provided regulator (which you took off). Any idea why that is? Is it a negative pressure regulator that will stop the flow of propane if the unit stalls out but the supply line is still on? If you forget to shut off your valve does the pressure of the propane cause it to leak through the generator somehow?
I have the exact same generator, a 50 amp plug to aj interlock switch kit and using 100# propane tanks, I had to get a two stage regulator for it to use off the 100# tanks how'd you get around that?
Please do me a favor and tell me what 50 Amp outlet you use to plug your generator cord into. And where you got your 50 Amp cord? Thanks! By the way, excrllent video and explanation of this unit! Thank you!
Russell Ledbetter Reliance Controls PB50 50-Amp (CS6375) NEMA 3R Power Inlet Box,Gray www.amazon.com/dp/B000HRWGBW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_p7AvFbB851WWC Cord was from amazon as well. Link in the description.
I have two central heat units in our house, one 5.5 ton and one 2.5 ton, i have the same generator and It won’t run the heat because the amps are to high
Hi .. thanks for the video .. i had 2 quick questions: 1. If you removed the regulator (that came with it) - what do you have regulating the propane pressure? Is there some other regulator at the main propane tank? 2. Is 1/2 inch black pipe what's needed for this generator, or would a 3/4 pipe be ever better? Thank you.
I have a high pressure regulator at my tank. Before the house is a low pressure regulator. Some have dual stage regulators. Either way if you have a tank and other appliances running off of propane it’s been regulated down to low pressure if you’re tying in after the propane comes in the house. If you tie in right out of the tank you’re going to need to regulate it down to low pressure. I used 1/2” for mine. Works fine. Remember the hose that comes with it is like 1/4” or 3/8”, it’s small. 3/4” would work for long run. When I help my buddy install standby generators we use 3/4 up to 16kw and 1” after that up to 22kw. When we do the portables most of the time it’s in 3/4” and then reduced to 1/2” at the generator and that’s because he doesn’t want to have to stock a bunch of different pipe and flex.
Nice set up. I'd suggest plumbing the exhaust outside since you never move it. Also I'm guessing you have over $2000 invested, I'd invest in a quality battery tender. Harbor Freight battery chargers are junk and unreliable.
I didn't hear you mention anything about grounding the generator itself to prevent shocking should you come in contact with it. Shouldn't that have been done?
I mean you can. The 4 prong plug is grounded through the panel. I have installed close to 20 portable generators with my electrician friend and we haven’t grounded a single one separately from the panel.
Ya it’s right by my door. I just drag it out a bit and the exhaust shoots right outside. Has not been an issue yet. I actually am currently on generator because of a winter storm.
Not sure on fuel consumption. Never factored it in. I just make sure that my tank gets filled when its at 1/4 tank. I have to keep it full because it runs every appliance in my house (dryer, oven, water heater, central heat that I never use). Factory hose is approximately 60".
I have the 13000e also. I bought it used and I haven't never used it. I don't know anything about generators. If you could explain to me what you mean about the load and the 60 Hz. And I thought it says 10500 running watts?
I have this exact generator connected to my 250 gallon propane tank and it WILL NOT START? Any clue as to why this may be? I have check the oil level, bypassed the oil level sensor, checked the choke. I don't know what else to do. Any ideas would be much appreciated.
Since you have it plugged into your large propane tank, fuel is not as much of an issue. How long would you say is safe to run the generator continuously before needing to cool down? Would you recommend running it for 20 hours straight before shutting down to do an oil change?
I have run it 18-20 hours straight. Turn off the load and let it run a min or so before turning it off and changing the oil. After the oil change, fire it up and keep going.
I got a crazy question. On your Viking trickle charge what do you put the setting at when you are charging your generator is it on standard 12V or AWR 12 V??
I just returned a Westinghouse 9500 today, the one that peeks at 12500. It had great reviews and ran like a champ starting via the recoil. Problem was it would not start with push button start. Battery checked good. I called Westinghouse support twice and emailed them twice over a seven day period. They never returned my call or email. So I returned it today. Had great reviews; loved the generator. I just wish that it would have started via the push start. I am in mid seventies & may not be able to pull the cord in coming years.
I just purchased this generator, quick question. Do you have to ground it for whole house back up? Also i am looking at using the Generlink transfer switch. How much is the total cost labour plus materials for the transfer switch you are using. The generlink is kinda pricey. Also since this has 12 THD, will that harm my home alarm system digital panel?
I’m not sure on total cost. It’s been a while since I installed it. Labor was nothing because I did it all. Parts were under $1000 not including the generator. I had to add a pass through panel for my interlock kit.
@@randyshidal8356 You should not ground the generator when powering the house. National Electric Code requires exactly 1 ground, and every house (in the US) already has that. On a construction site, without any existing ground, then the generator must have the ground added. Exactly one at all times.
You should start the unit with the idle control set in the on position for a cold engine to keep the wear and tear down on the engine. These are Chinese engines so keep that in mind. The best thing you can do for this unit is change the oil after a few hours of run time to synthetic oil. Mobil one 4T 10/40 is good oil to use.
Nope this is bad info,you don't want to run synthetic in these, you want to stay with regular. 1st run you want regular, after that you can switch to synthetic if want but I'd stay with regular starting out with synthetic will cause problems with the seals.
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*100% best **Generater.Systems** I have used. A test for hurricane prep here in Louisiana: three AC units, 5000, 5000 & 8000, 3 fridges, 2 device power setups, 4 flat screens....AND I had 40% of the power meter to spare.*
Quiet, easy setup, affordable. Had it up and running in 5 minutes
Excellent information! I just bought the XP12000EH which is similar so much of what you covered here applies. Funny thing was I was looking at the same Viking charger at Harbor Freight and was planning to buy one for my generator as well. I was very fortunate to find my generator as a Black Friday deal for $965; a 31% discount off the regular price of $1,399.
Good post.
To make you feel even more prescient... I JUST bought a 1300EH. With tax... cost me 1,700 bones total. You got a GREAT deal! Congrats.
I saw the deal you purchased when it was advertised... I opted for the additional 100 watts, as our A/C and circulation needs are pushing what these genny's will do.
Was probably a mistake on my part, but... oh well. At least neither of us will be in the dark.
We have a 3300 sq ft home with two 4 ton heatpump/AC units with airhandlers, and well pump, and were able to run ONE of the AC's unit along with the well pump, refrigerator and a freezer with no problem. The AC units were made in 2015 so not really new. We ran all of this on just propane so it would be even better if we ran gas.
Great video, you did an awesome job explaining everything without a lot of talking just to make the video longer as some do. Thank you so much.
I’m in Puerto Rico and have that generator it’s really a beast! Thank you for the video!
i am not sure why anyone would give a thumbs down.. Because This video was very informative, and helped me learn more about looking into a generator. i thank you for posting this. next time you have a power outage.. do a video ( if you can) and give us a real time looksee on how the pros/cons. .. awesome video and thank you for taking your time and putting it on youtube ! Cheers!
I will try to. I would always just turn off my main and do a video. People hate because I don’t use all the proper professional terms and stuff like that. Oh well. 🤷🏽♂️
@@jsjunkremoval Do you know, How much is HDT... Harmonic Distortion %❓❓
@@Honestandtruth007 I really don’t know. Haven’t had an issue running anything I have.
Awesome video. I’m about to purchase this unit. I live in Florida and during Irma we were out for 12 days. I have a 4 ton AC unit and from all the reviews I’ve read they say it can handle a 4 ton. My electrician said I should really use a 15000 watt but I don’t want to spend double the price if I can get away with this generator which should be adequate. I can keep most of the other circuit breakers off to cool down the house and slowly turn on other breakers one at a time. Anyway, I appreciate your presentation it helped a lot, thanks my friend. Be blessed!
Look up hard start for central air conditioning. It will cut down your amps.
@@davidgoodwin9496 thank you, the unit just arrived today. My electrician actually mentioned “hard start”. I’ve got the ac company doing maintenance in April. I was going to ask but now that you advised it too, I’ll make sure to follow through. Thanks again for the good advice!
@@billmitchell3329 AC takes a lot of power, but the start-up surge can be the dealbreaker for the generator. The "hard start" reference mentioned may be talking about what I've heard called a "soft start". The idea is that accessory spreads out that surge, lowering the required *peak* surge current, and by that, it enables a smaller generator to work just fine.
@@PeterLawton thanks Peter. I had the hard start installed by my A/C company after receiving the generator. It was kind of pricey, a little over 200 but the starting amps for the ac is 17 amps when measured now so that should be no problem.The part he installed acts more like a soft start because the starting amps are so low. It was a single unit with the relay built within it.
Great video I just got one.
To help you on your power that your generator has to put out for your AC unit install a soft start switch is around $300.- $340. and will cut way down on what your AC unit draws in amps on start ups. And will make your unit last longer. Your AC unit will only need about 1/3rd of the amps that normally it would've taken on start up so you will have more power to use elsewhere if needed without over taking your generator. I know the soft start seems high but it's worth its wait in gold .
Good info, I’ll look into it. It ran my 3.5 ton unit last outage.
We have the XP 12000EH, Love it, it will run my whole house.
Gary, what size is your A/C unit? Does it run the AC just fine?
@@thejalba we have a three ton and it runs just fine
The more Americans that learn they can live off the grid the better. Even though the government hates it LOL
I think you all need to know there are issues with this generator. I purchased the first unit back in December of 2020. It lasted all of 2 months and 30 minutes of run time, before it disintegrated the wire windings. Duromax replaced it with a new one. It ran for less than 30 minutes before it was back to the repair facility. They said the regulator they provided was incorrect and I needed a two stage propane regulator. Brought it home and it ran for 30 minutes. Thought all was good. Did my test run last weekend and once again it went back to the repair facility. They can't figure out what is going on with the unit. Bottom line - I do not endorse this unit as being a reliable generator.
Thank you for taking the time to share this very informative video. It has aged well. I think you answered every question we had concerning this genny.
Have a good day!
I'm in texas as you know snow destroying our power grid, thank you for this video. I think this is doable for me and I love how you have it going to your box. I am looking for this for sure
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We will probably get the same exact generator. Thanks for the video. Very good info.
My unit stays in my shed, I added a 12” 1 1/4 straight drain pipe and have it venting outside. I also added a soffit 6 x 16 in four corners at floor level. When running in the summer it gets very hot in the shed, I keep the door closed to help contain some of the noise, so I installed an exhaust fan. The fan combined with already installed ridge vents the inside temp of the shed does not exceed the ambient temp.
Have a brand new one we just got hit by hurricane Ian and guess what your generator will only run for 5 minutes and then stops!
Tried call tech support and out on hold for 45 minutes then you disconnected me.really made my life difficult after going thru a shit show with the hurricane.Can’t wait to return this!
Sorry about your luck. Mine has been flawless with over 150 hours.
Thanks so Much good information I didn’t know about the low PSI thanks for sharing
I have the same but the 12000 peak. The output on the yours using propane out paces my mine with gasoline. That quite power upgrade for just 1000 watt peak difference. Nice set up.
Thank you for the review, im from Houston after the power outage I have been looking for a propane Generator. Great Video
Nice review and details. Glad you covered the battery charging operation. Thanks.
Now there is a very impressive set up!! I own the XP12000EH and it's a beast. I wanted the 13,000 version (like the one on this video), but all were sold out at the time.
The 1300EH was out of stock when I ordered but I waited because it’s what I wanted.
@@jsjunkremoval why did you want the 1300eh over the 1200eh ?
@@mccoyra a bit more power and the 12.000 didn’t have an hour meter.
Thanks for sharing. I was apprehensive on firing mine up.
thank you for explaning the min. 3psi coming in part at the end of the video
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I removed the gas tank on mine for better air circulation around the engine. It's four bolts and two hoses. Can be removed or put back on in less than two minutes.
I would keep the battery maintainer away from the generator only because the heat of the generator while running will eventually kill it. Thank you for the great video
Although it is mounted I have ran the generator for a few hours and the maintainer doesn’t get hot. All the exhaust and stuff is on the other side. The maintainer is on the intake side.
10,500 running watts and 13k watts peak is impressive. (Not sure what it is on propane)
Keep in mind that 50 amp connector and proper cord is good for 12000 watts so nice sweet spot here at a decent price. If you're whole house is gas, this should indeed run everything unless you have some insane ton air conditioner. If you are all electric, a dual element hot water heater uses 9000 watts on average and electric hvac is at least 40 amps and way up there, something to keep in mind.
Thank you for your review, I need another generator that is already prepped for propane...think I'm going to add this one to my fleet.
Thank you! I recently ordered this generator and this was very helpful.
What are you thoughts on it, would you recommend it?
Wow! Well done! You've really done your homework!
I JUST ordered this genny for my Food Truck....good video!
Let me know how it works, i want to buy one for construction 🙋♂️
@@mrpitin111 DUDE.....SHES BULLETPROOF. One day they will figure out how to put an actual muffler on them...if this could be quieter it would be perfect....
HOWEVER.....no complaints with my 10K running draw food truck power wise....does exactly what I had hoped....
If you're not on.full pull though...idle control will bring it down to where u can stand next to it and talk.
Someone make a hack to muffle this thing and ill buy one for my other trucks...
I need to check my cord to see if I will have the same problem of it not seating properly. I've had my generator for 2 years and never got a chance to use it. I had an outage but it was too dangerous to go outdoors so I stayed in and suffered until it was time to go to work.
Great review I'm on the Gulf Cost and Hurricanes down here are no joke. Looking to grab one of these puppys myself,thinking about the 15000 and run to my natural gas from the city for fuel that should run pretty much the house. Thanks
I thought about the 15k but it was near double the price.
Propane bottles lasted four and a half hours , a full tank of gasoline on the generator lasted 12 hours , I think gas much more efficient than propane , but then if you're talking about a temporary outage it shouldn't be a problem , I am down here in Port Charlotte Florida and we are Scavenging for fuel after Hurricane Ian .
The gas tank is way bigger than the standard bbq propane tank. Also where I’m at gas is around $5+ a gallon and propane is still down around $3. Propane also doesn’t go bad like gas.
@@jsjunkremoval
My apologies I forgot you live in communist California
good info brother appreciate it just got this still waiting for it ...
Me too!! Just getting over 4 day power outage. Never again!!😞
beautiful video mann thank you!!
Thank you for the awesome very detailed video!
I got a 7kW running duel fuel and its LOUD ... !!! I can imagine how much louder yours is over mine LOL
One day i hope to get the XP15000EH model ...
Great info! Thanks! Sorry that you live in California 😢
I did what you did with my exhaust in my detached two car garage. it’filled the garage with exhaust fumes and choke the motor out .there wasn’t enough oxygen just thought I’d mention it .I ended up running the exhaust to a muffler outside the back it isn’t very noisy at all.
I’ve never had an issue, it’s pointed right out of my garage door. I leave the whole door up. I have ran 4 days like this.
@@jsjunkremoval it was raining in the winter when I let my garage door down I didn’t close it completely but there wasn’t enough air in it to run until I open the door I was just mentioning it for your listeners
Mike, was your muffler just a 1/2" economical lawn mower muffler? It would be nice if you could buy just any of the 1/2" mufflers from the Big Box Stores or Ace. I thought the muffler would reduce your output.
@@greatviewacres4377 With reducers metal reducers I can cover over the small muffler and expand the end of it to a 2 inch pipe an out side to the car motor it works
Very Well explained..... thanks 👍
Very nice setup sir...Do U find that U actually need this much generator to run the house's systems? Your hookups look sound. I use a Champion 100296 ( 49 states ) dual fuel generator I run on LPG @ about 7 KW's of usable power. It easily powers the entire house, i.e., (3) phase deep well pump, FHW propane furnace with domestic hot water tank, all lights, TV, computer, shop air compressor, etc. I use the provided regulator that came on the chintzy 3 ft. hose that I replaced with a 6 ft. high quality hose B4 hookup. I keep ( 2 ) full 40 LB. portable LPG tanks on hand with ( 2 ) 20 lb. portables available as well. In using the larger LPG tanks U have apparently figured out the correct flow rate regulator to use with the factory reg. on your unit. I maintain a " use journal " on my unit & under normal usage I get 18.25 hrs. out of (1) 40 lb. tank... I too did my own installation on my 30 amp Champion generator using 10-3 Romex between my 200 amp main box with a " Interlock Switch " with a single, dual throw 30 amp CB going out to a 30 amp Reliant power inlet box on the outside of the structure. I use a 50 ft. L14-30 power cord that runs over to my outside generator pad that I also grounded even though I am internally grounded. That's just me, most people don't bother with it, although most installation manuals do advise it... I Did my install in Jan. 2018 shortly after major wind shear downed trees all across central VT & we lost power for a week & once again losing everything in my fridge & freezer for a 3rd time costings 100's of dollars after each occurrence...
Thanks for sharing your experience here,
Bill on the Hill,
Vermont... :~)
William Farr I had a 10,000 watt that I converted to propane. It ran everything but not my 60 gallon air compressor in the shop. Most of the time I just shut the compressor breaker off when I’m on generator anyway. I haven’t fully tested this one but I wanted to make sure I had enough generator to run my 3.5 tom AC. The generator it’s self doesn’t need too much PSI. I have a high pressure regulator coming right out of my tank and a low pressure right before it enters the house. It seems to give everything in my house that is running off propane (heat, water heater, dryer, range and not generator) enough gas to keep them all going. I forget if I mention it but I installed the same set up for my father in law minus the large tank. He’s running off of 2 dual 26 gallon tanks that I connected together. You can find the adaptor on amazon from Mr. Heater. Overall I’m happy with both set ups I just like not having to lug propane tanks to get filled. But then again I lug his to get filled and my 26 gallon tank that runs my shop heater. I ultimately got this one because I didn’t want to have too little of a generator and also didn’t want my generator to be running at lax capacity the whole time either.
Nice unit. What's. The. Thd? Sine wwve?
My generator didn't come with a propane hose. The manual doesn't say, what is the size of a propane inlet?
Dis you separate the ground and neutral and make it an floating neutral unit as som many advise if your going to use it to back feed for supply voltage into a house?
Can this generator use gas or propane ? What's the most amount of watts it can get using propane ? I like the ones with a remote start or electric start ?
Thank you for this video!
Thanks for this video. I have the same genny and want to do the same thing (hook to my home propane). Duromax says their 8500 watt and up units require 3 psi of propane pressure. What pressure is your home propane? Mine comes in at 11 inches water column and I am not sure if that will run the unit or it really does require the 3 psi. Also, Duromax says to always use the provided regulator (which you took off). Any idea why that is? Is it a negative pressure regulator that will stop the flow of propane if the unit stalls out but the supply line is still on? If you forget to shut off your valve does the pressure of the propane cause it to leak through the generator somehow?
Great generator!! Please make sure its outside for carbon monoxide poisoning and also purchase a CO2 Alarm
It’s in a detached garage with the exhaust pointing out and the full garage door open.
He's got safety pretty well covered. I like what he has set up.
I have the same beast. It seems to run a bit high. Maybe in need to replace the regulator.
Great video. Very informative. Thanks.
Great stuff and specifications
I have the exact same generator, a 50 amp plug to aj interlock switch kit and using 100# propane tanks, I had to get a two stage regulator for it to use off the 100# tanks how'd you get around that?
Why didn’t you use the regulator that came with generator?
Please do me a favor and tell me what 50 Amp outlet you use to plug your generator cord into. And where you got your 50 Amp cord? Thanks! By the way, excrllent video and explanation of this unit! Thank you!
Russell Ledbetter Reliance Controls PB50 50-Amp (CS6375) NEMA 3R Power Inlet Box,Gray www.amazon.com/dp/B000HRWGBW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_p7AvFbB851WWC
Cord was from amazon as well. Link in the description.
Thanks again!
Outstanding
Video. Great job
Excellent video. Thank you very much.
Great explanation and Nice set up
I have two central heat units in our house, one 5.5 ton and one 2.5 ton, i have the same generator and It won’t run the heat because the amps are to high
I have one of these. Hooked up just like yours. I started it last year. Right now I can’t get it to start. Battery seems good.
Any ideas
What hose/regulator are you using for the propane. I know on the manual it says up to 100lbs I have a 250lb. Will it still work?
I'm just saying that it'll take a lot less power to run your AC unit using a soft start.
Propane has 30 years shelve life compare to gas 1 year storage life. (If we get to shortages in supplies.)
Hi .. thanks for the video .. i had 2 quick questions:
1. If you removed the regulator (that came with it) - what do you have regulating the propane pressure? Is there some other regulator at the main propane tank?
2. Is 1/2 inch black pipe what's needed for this generator, or would a 3/4 pipe be ever better?
Thank you.
I have a high pressure regulator at my tank. Before the house is a low pressure regulator. Some have dual stage regulators. Either way if you have a tank and other appliances running off of propane it’s been regulated down to low pressure if you’re tying in after the propane comes in the house. If you tie in right out of the tank you’re going to need to regulate it down to low pressure. I used 1/2” for mine. Works fine. Remember the hose that comes with it is like 1/4” or 3/8”, it’s small. 3/4” would work for long run. When I help my buddy install standby generators we use 3/4 up to 16kw and 1” after that up to 22kw. When we do the portables most of the time it’s in 3/4” and then reduced to 1/2” at the generator and that’s because he doesn’t want to have to stock a bunch of different pipe and flex.
@@jsjunkremoval Thanks 👍
Had mine now for two years and now it will not run in propane
What are the specs on the regulator you're using? I believe the one that comes with the generator is 11" WC output.
From duromax, they said I needed a two stage regulator and I'm using 100# propane tanks. MB Sturgis is where I got the regulator
thanks nicely done
I just wanna know what is the 20 lb propane tank will last in a straight run?
thank you awesome review
How much propane does it use for one hr of use versus gasoline? For one hr
Nice set up. I'd suggest plumbing the exhaust outside since you never move it. Also I'm guessing you have over $2000 invested, I'd invest in a quality battery tender. Harbor Freight battery chargers are junk and unreliable.
I agree I don't trust nothing at Harbor freight
Do you know the THD of the generator? I can’t seem to find it, even on the Duramax website…
Hey whats the Valve clearance on these? I have the same one as yours but cant find it on the internet!? :(((
I got the same one
Does it run the A/C and Fridge together?
Yes
How noisy is it when it is under a heavy load?
what size regulator do you use?
I didn't hear you mention anything about grounding the generator itself to prevent shocking should you come in contact with it. Shouldn't that have been done?
I mean you can. The 4 prong plug is grounded through the panel. I have installed close to 20 portable generators with my electrician friend and we haven’t grounded a single one separately from the panel.
Where do you have this setup? Is it in your garage? Are you using an exhaust extension to vent? How did you safegaurd against carbon monoxide?
Ya it’s right by my door. I just drag it out a bit and the exhaust shoots right outside. Has not been an issue yet. I actually am currently on generator because of a winter storm.
Awesome
Great. Video. What is your fuel consumption at half load? What is the length of the propane hose that comes with the unit
Not sure on fuel consumption. Never factored it in. I just make sure that my tank gets filled when its at 1/4 tank. I have to keep it full because it runs every appliance in my house (dryer, oven, water heater, central heat that I never use). Factory hose is approximately 60".
How can you tell when the electricity comes back on?
I just check the meter every once in a while. Or I just look for lights at my neighbors that has no generator.
@@jsjunkremoval okay thanks buddy.
So you can use propane or gas So you have a choice
Have you load tested this my 13000e only loads about 9200w before I drop below 60hz
jakester142 I have not load tested it at all.
I have the 13000e also. I bought it used and I haven't never used it. I don't know anything about generators. If you could explain to me what you mean about the load and the 60 Hz. And I thought it says 10500 running watts?
@@kennethhunt248 it's actually about 8500 running watts its overrated
@@jakester142 that's a big drop. Is that tester accurate?
I have this exact generator connected to my 250 gallon propane tank and it WILL NOT START? Any clue as to why this may be? I have check the oil level, bypassed the oil level sensor, checked the choke. I don't know what else to do. Any ideas would be much appreciated.
Hook it to a portable propane tank and try again. If it fires you know you have a pressure issue with your home tank line.
@@jsjunkremoval It turns out there is an issue with the Fuel Selector Switch. I appreciate you responding.
Since you have it plugged into your large propane tank, fuel is not as much of an issue. How long would you say is safe to run the generator continuously before needing to cool down? Would you recommend running it for 20 hours straight before shutting down to do an oil change?
I have run it 18-20 hours straight. Turn off the load and let it run a min or so before turning it off and changing the oil. After the oil change, fire it up and keep going.
@@jsjunkremoval wow that’s great! Thanks for your response.
Good vid bro, thanks
100 gallon tank on full run will last about how long?
I got a crazy question. On your Viking trickle charge what do you put the setting at when you are charging your generator is it on standard 12V or AWR 12 V??
I think standard.
Was not sure if standard would Overcharge versus the other 12 V. On battery it does not say that it is a gel
How long will 100 pound propane run this unit?
I am going to buy either that unit or the Westinghouse 12500, any idea how they rate in customer service and parts between the two of them.
I just returned a Westinghouse 9500 today, the one that peeks at 12500. It had great reviews and ran like a champ starting via the recoil. Problem was it would not start with push button start. Battery checked good. I called Westinghouse support twice and emailed them twice over a seven day period. They never returned my call or email. So I returned it today. Had great reviews; loved the generator. I just wish that it would have started via the push start. I am in mid seventies & may not be able to pull the cord in coming years.
good stuff
How long would it run on 100% capacity on gas?
I’m not sure. I don’t just run this on that tank. Other appliances are hooked up to it.
I’m sure it would last a while.
I just purchased this generator, quick question. Do you have to ground it for whole house back up? Also i am looking at using the Generlink transfer switch. How much is the total cost labour plus materials for the transfer switch you are using. The generlink is kinda pricey. Also since this has 12 THD, will that harm my home alarm system digital panel?
I’m not sure on total cost. It’s been a while since I installed it. Labor was nothing because I did it all. Parts were under $1000 not including the generator. I had to add a pass through panel for my interlock kit.
@@jsjunkremoval did you ground the generator and if you did....How?
@@randyshidal8356 You should not ground the generator when powering the house. National Electric Code requires exactly 1 ground, and every house (in the US) already has that. On a construction site, without any existing ground, then the generator must have the ground added. Exactly one at all times.
Is you gen outside or vented somehow. Co issues..
The exhaust is pointed right outside the open 16 foot door. No issues.
Can you convert to natural gas from propane
You can but they make a tri-fuel one now.
I have a dual one gas and propane can i change it to nat gas
Great info brother do you have a video how to hook up the 4 amps Viking charger please share it if you have it .
Thanks
taleb karaouni no video. Just 2 eye connectors.
One to the negative and one to the positive. Then I screwed it to the frame.
DJAXMAX did you have any problem with the charger connected to your generator ?
I have the 13000 should I keep on 6 v or 12 v. Thanks
Did it ruin the battery from the heat of the generator.
taleb karaouni 12v. I unplug it from the wall outlet when the generator runs because the generator also charges the battery.
taleb karaouni no
You should start the unit with the idle control set in the on position for a cold engine to keep the wear and tear down on the engine. These are Chinese engines so keep that in mind. The best thing you can do for this unit is change the oil after a few hours of run time to synthetic oil. Mobil one 4T 10/40 is good oil to use.
Nope this is bad info,you don't want to run synthetic in these, you want to stay with regular. 1st run you want regular, after that you can switch to synthetic if want but I'd stay with regular starting out with synthetic will cause problems with the seals.
Nope
How long does the propane last? Is it cost effective for someone off grid? Propane cost/ hr of use
Not sure. It’s hooked up to other appliances in my house. Read the comments below, I figured out how many gallons per hour the generator uses.
Could you plumb the exhaust outside and leave the door closed?
I wouldn’t. It needs air circulation to cool.
Ok for short term. This thing will attrack the hoards after about a week.
Yeah, so just give up, fuck it,
Thanks for your input.
Pffft.
Can it run a 240 volt welder ?
Ya. It also ran my plasma cutter.