I explain the process of putting together a natural gas terminal/outlet for a portable generator, beginning with what supplies are required, to assembly, to ...
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Connect a home portable generator to your home. DIY home emergency power with your gas generator or diesel generator.
You are exactly right about the drip leg/sediment trap. This IS required by code in many areas!
ReplyDeleteThis would be true if you were running a 100hp engine. I'm running a 9hp motor. A 3/8" hose is more than capable of delivering enough fuel to produce full power. I have done a load test with this exact setup and it works.
ReplyDelete3/8" quick connectors are not made for a low pressure system. If you put quick disconnects on a natural gas line there is a possibility that they will leak. This is why I use hose barbs.
ReplyDeleteMy issue is this.... I have a trifuel adapted generator. To get the most hp out of it your required a minimum 1/2 line in. 3/4 recommended for max potential By reducing to 3/8 barb your basiclally reducing the generators output. Also. Like said previously. Quick connects are the real deal.
ReplyDeleteSince you are using 3/8 inch hose barbs, you could also pickup some 3/8inch quick connectors
ReplyDeleteOnly thing wrong is you need 2 pipe wrenches you always need a pipe wrench to hold pipe while you take off or tighten fittings.
ReplyDeleteLoved the Tri Fuel Video and your out there doing it! The fact that your not holding back with another wrench is differently a No Go! Your fittings are not set up to code, and yes I would have probably remove the Vent and pull the gas hose and electrical line in my twentys but those days have past best to be prepared.
ReplyDeleteTo prevent this scenario from occurring I have capped the hose bard. Equally important, is the fact that the valve is placed in a hard to reach area located behind the dryer. So, there is a low probability of someone bumping the valve but you're right that it is possible.
ReplyDeleteHello, I am a licensed Plumber and this is a very scary thing you just showed people. Please up date your video and place a quick disconnect adapter for a barbeque that you can buy at Home Depot. Your valve can get bumped and leak at any time. Bad news. Quick disconnect fitting has a spring and ball check in it and it cannot leak if valve is opened. Also you want your gas connection out side not next to the 220 plug you just adapted to for the generator. SPARK + GAS LEAK = BOOM
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing videos! Very good explanations. Generator running on fuel that is likely to be around is a great thing. I am not a plumber myself but it seems like if you revise the first T to come in the middle and the "plug pipe" facing down it will not only save some space but also be a drip leg. I dont know if a drip leg or sediment trap is required by the code but it might be a good idea to check. Great videos, good luck and be safe!
ReplyDeleteGood video. Here's someone who prepares BEFORE an outage and does it using one of the correct methods to supply power from a generator - that's why the dislikes and negative comments from those who don't know what they are talking about and fans of dangerous lash- up methods such as back-feeding I guess.
ReplyDeleteHow much does this cost?
ReplyDeleteOHOOOOOO! MY SEX IS ON FIRE!!!
ReplyDeleteThis type of setup didn't help many when super storm Sandy came to town, when a eleven foot wall of water destroyed everything in it path. Those with transfer switches scrambling for extension cords.
ReplyDeleteWAY TOO MANY SWITCHES to turn on and off, you need to simplify it. The average person could never do that
ReplyDeleteShould that generator be so close to the house and under a deck?
ReplyDeleteHe may actually think that is correct though....
ReplyDeleteEven if this guy had some sort of deal with the product,he should do it correctly or not at all!
ReplyDeleteYou act like all sales representatives know their product. ;)
ReplyDeleteUhm if you promote a product or idea be fully informed!
ReplyDeleteYou are speaking of a person who is focused on dollar amounts and not sense.
ReplyDeleteIf he had half a brain he would have shown the real way to set up not some half done way!
ReplyDeletepeople are so gullible
ReplyDeleteIf they were demonstrating this then do as if it was real!
ReplyDeleteMine stays in a loose pile. I don't draw lays in my yard I just make sure it doesn't get overheated, etc. Then again I'm a electrician. :) I've seen too many lawsuits brought on by what a person says online. Thus why all my videos have legal disclaimers. lol Never know with some people today. A loose heap to someone may be a zip-tied bundle thrown under a rubber blanket.
ReplyDeleteIt is due to induction in a coil, if it is in a random heap this is not such a problem.
ReplyDelete1 year ago....wonder if this idiot is in jail for his negligent homicide and being sued for wrongful death.
ReplyDeleteREAD THE LAW PERTAINING TO THIS. This was one of the first classes we went through for electrician. Home owners too arrogant to read up on back feed.
If you are running generator past the noise curfew outside a emergency situation you violated city law.
ReplyDeleteThey can NOT stop you from using a generator during emergency use.
Exactly if you are not using the maximum distance...draw yourself a pattern in your yard so it can dissipate the heat correctly.
ReplyDeleteYou do know....that was for video demonstration correct? Hench....50ft cord.
ReplyDeleteYeah his method is way beyond necessary. Just extra money for his pocket.
ReplyDeleteWithout a transfer switch or safety device to keep power from going to the power pole you can kill line workers. This has happened before.
ReplyDeleteNot to mention it is illegal and can land you in jail or sued for wrongful death.
Do you sell generator?
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