CYBER TRUCK Arrives as Generator DIES | Ashville Weekly ep216

[@jonnyl8175]

Terry shouting bang also had me in stitches, sorry Daniel 😂😂

[@thisisashville]

😂

[@RobertMMasek]

That was tooo funny 😂😂😂😂 Clip that

[@marklehmann5867]

Hahaha even a smirk from Daniel after it shows he would have done the same if it was Terry 😂

[@David-j6e]

That was funny 😂made my day

[@DarkAngel-oq5ox]

Terry killing himself with laughter after scaring you made me spill my coffee laughing. Keep up the good work.

[@thisisashville]

🤣👊

[@TheHendoncat]

The “BANG” gag never gets old 😂

[@thisisashville]

🤣🤣🤣

[@mathewthomas1164]

😂😂😂😂

[@yiannispandis4505]

The 240v supply is for when the generator isn’t in use it is to keep the generator warm via the heaters and also should be powering battery at least one charger so you don’t have the same issue of them being dead when you come to use them. The charger can also show you the state of the batteries to help with the maintenance schedule. Once the generator is running the heaters can be switched off and turned back on when not in use.

[@IsThisAvailable550]

Disaster recovery is a very important part of business process in ANY organisation. Also, don't forget to TEST it, regularly. People often don't realise how much of their business is affected by the simplest of events!

[@dannycrooks8462]

You should be running and testing that generator weekly the places I worked I used to do that weekly and sometimes twice a week I was even in Christmas day and boxing day testing the generator well worth the 30 minutes it took never had a failure in all my time doing it when they were needed they started and switched over

[@jonathancost4927]

Exactly why I came here to comment. It’s frustrating seeing them not having a better care & maintenance regime for that generator. Not even a trickle charger for the batteries! The 240v heater (and most likely a built-in trickle charger) is for when the external power is on and the genny is standing by, obviously! So frustrating seeing them not look after this vital piece of equipment correctly, and they paid the price!

[@theThaly]

@@jonathancost4927 Exactly. It's a backup generator, not on site generator. I was so confused when he started complaining about it needing 240v. Daniel keeps on complaining about stuff breaking, people not doing proper maintenance, but you can just see that it's his mentality about stuff that causes this issue. The fact he lost another tire technician, when he can have a person for a full on site maintenance and repairs, instead of them scrambling around panicing how to do stuff when they don't really know is just pure waste of money and time you can solve easily. With the amount of issues, it slowly starts to feel like a for content move, instead of for business.

[@TheByard]

@@jonathancost4927 Sadly it's all the plant, how many items have not been greased. Daniel need an experienced plant manager.

[@alexanderkupke920]

@@theThaly Obviously they did not fully understand the purpose for that 240 V feed for the heater and the battery charger, having as he mentioned a hard time to wrap their head around why it needs a feed from the grid when it is supposed to generate electricity, and only hooked it up when needed. The generator has a heater and a charger built in, on the control panel you could even see a switch for the battery charger. But those need to be connected to 240 V all the time, runing on grid power, when the generator is not running as you said. So it seems they did not have the equoment properly explained to them, or they did not ask, and whoever did the maintenance, which they did some months ago, did not bother to explain in expectance that anyone having such equipment does know about it. Also, it is not a backup like in a hospital or a datacenter which has to take over within few minutes. They usually have some time getting it up and running, and they have to switch over manually anyways. However, not having the feed hooked up clearly was a huge oversight. And for a generator for their purposes, a weekly test would be overkill. Also he mentioned they tested monthly so far. I work with datacenters a lot, and all of them I know have a monthly test run for generators, none does a weekly one. I know even a hospital or two, even they don´t do weekly tests. But they shure have all they battery chargers and heaters hooked up. Also I wonder why it did not start, I think they did not get it fixed in time and did not try as they got plan B in place, but I still wonder what was up with the thing. We might see the fix next week. For maintenance usually a yearly maintenance is fine, just check certain things every time before and after doing a test run. Wit the tire guy, I think he mentioned it was for personal reasons he left, so we will not know for sure, but he mentioned not getting anyone at the moment. Wasn´t that even the guy that took pride in cleaning up and refurbishing his van? Which mirrors what I see in the job market. There are heaps of vacant jobs, but either you do not get qualified people, or only at a price that, even though it might be deserved, makes economically no sense for a company.

[@theThaly]

@@alexanderkupke920 I'm pretty sure I read in coments after the video where Daniel talked about him leaving him giving a reason why he left and such. But to be honest Daniel really needs a somewhat of a do all guys that gets paid for maintenance, leading/handling repairs of the whole compound and outside of that getting trained to handle/service everything around the company.

[@deniscampbell5613]

Your generator needs a regular maintenance plan, run once a year on a load bank to test its operation fully, 3 or 6 monthly checks and a unloaded run, and I cannot understand that there are no engine or water jacket heaters installed (frost protection )and if they are they must be faulty. If I am stepping on toes by this I apologise but these things are overlooked by many and in doing so you pay the price of it failing when you most need it. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

[@weirdguybr]

He mentions the heater on the video, but it was unplugged (*sigh*). It is also a bit silly that he knew they needed the generator weeks ahead, but didn't prepare the infrastructure until the day before.

[@TheByard]

@@weirdguybr But that seams a common fault at Ashville, no company welder or mechanic, no tyre fitter, what about a sparky. I worked in construction from 1960 on small and huge projects, every thing was inhouse and no waiting for outside contractors. Lost time is lost money but it seams Danial is not seeing the wood for the trees, now I love watching that guy. But he dose need good experienced trade foremen checking machine and truck daily maintenance. Repairs done when there minor not when the tracks falling off. I'm sorry but being cruel to be kind does work.

[@alexanderkupke920]

@@TheByard I think he explained it, he has an electrician, just not one for energy systems, as they do not work on those regularly. Why have someone sitting around just for the generator. For the tyre fitters he mentioned he was trying, but could not get anyone for in House work lately. He usually has his towney doing mechanical stuff and some welding, not sure whats up with that guy lately. The major issue I agree on, I would have done test runs two and one week in advance, to be sure, and he mentioned the heater and battery charger needed a 240 V feed from the grid, they had not understood its purpose and had it not hooked up.

[@TheByard]

@@alexanderkupke920 The sparky can be doing maintenance routines on the transport fleet etc. They were sending small welding jobs out to get done. I wonder if the tyre fitter problem was lack of weather cover getting sorted. As the guys he did have seamed keen or was that just for the camera. The hatch on the cement silo had not been opened or the seal checked for ages, so where is the preventive maintenance and dedicated operators. I worked on construction sites for several companies, maintenance was the main priority, plant drivers were paid an extra hour per day to ensure greasing, fluids checks and services were done on time. Static plant also had a man going round doing the same.

[@SyncViews]

@@TheByard I think he said a few videos ago the lack of a proper workplace was an issue, especially as starting to get bad weather. Also wonder if the company just isn't quiet big enough for some of those roles as nice as they may be, its expensive to have an employee sat around on stand by, and I think there was mention before about a past employee regarding being asked to do tasks that "were not their job" I guess to fill time

[@michealplater9007]

Generators can be connected to power when they are turned off. The power supplies a battery charger and heater. We have trailer mounted and standalone generators connected to power.

[@keithhanbury-chatten9877]

Bit late today……… it’s Sunday lunch time …………I’m in the lounge…………… now lunch in hand …………….. Ashville weekly watching including a train…………… NICE

[@reeley]

could you update the aerial photo at some point? Love the weekly video.

[@daikennett]

08:30 is a legendary ashville scene 😂

[@thisisashville]

😂

[@chriskraszewski1776]

When the weather so bad! The boys and girls at Ashville. Bring a smile of joy to a raining Sunday. Life could also be like the snake? Love the analogy Dan

[@thisisashville]

👊❤️

[@ecipsch]

You need to be running, and loading up the genset weekly. You need a 240 supply for the battery chargers and heaters. The gensets I work on heat the coolant and pump it around the engine block to ensure its always ready to start and load up immediately. This is a vital peice of equipment - need to treat it as such.

[@alexanderkupke920]

As he had some problems wrapping his head around why the generator needs a 240 V supply, as you said, that is needed for the heater and battery chargers WHILE THE GENERATOR IS NOT RUNNING. So that feed comes from the grid. When the generator is actually running, it is producing its own heat, quite a lot of it. And it charges its batteries, so you would not need that feed anymore. Usually the controll system of the generator would cut that feed out as soon as the generator is running.

[@semasuprema]

I’m sorry but I gotta say it, the production value of this whole series is fucking outstanding. From the structure, variety of shots, intros, and of-course the subtle not tacky effects, visual-aids and the use of all 3D models and renderings. Genuinely, props to the production team because having this level of production, this consistent is nothing but a flex; mainstream-media worthy. If this is the level of output for a complementary business of the main business, one can only imagine the output of your main business - you’ve build something impressive Daniel, congrats.

[@TravelingConductor]

Hey Daniel with the generator, I suggest have it automatically set to turn on for 10-20 minutes once a week so it doesn’t go bad on you. The generator we have at the rail yard I work at in the states has one that turns on once a week for a few minutes to make sure it doesn’t go bad on us and is always available if we need it

[@marcus_b1]

Always keep smaller backup generators. I have a large generator, but smaller ones that can power each container structure alone if needed. It's a little more work. It seems redundant. You may never use it but when it's needed, you need it. Came in handy earlier this year for me.

[@Jacob-jo4px]

The generator issue the night before was down to poor planning. You can't blame the street works for your lack of planning and maintenance. There are certain costs in a business which you just have to accept and swallow, if it means reliability and guaranteed service.

[@samjohnson3881]

Dumb Daniel :)

[@thomasjarvis3608]

this week on "We've asked liebherr for a drawing" 🤣🤣🤣

[@JohnG1988]

It's Ashville weekly time yay 🎉. Looking forward to an interesting video. Thank you all.

[@thisisashville]

👊 thanks for watching

[@icewizzard666]

Great vid as always, I absolutely love the way everyone mucks in, Simon does a lot and works on the weighbridge but also checks the machines, Terry has to be one of my favs, yes he's a manager but from his background can drive the trucks or go out with a driver to operate them if the driver can't. Daniel, how can so much crap happen to a decent person who's trying his best - I feel for you, but everyone rallies round with you, it's brilliant! The highlight in this vid, sorry Daniel but Terry shouting Bang was bloody hilarious, you need that banter, laughs and general comradery. You both work well together!

[@TassieDIY]

I HAD TO GO BACK AND WATCH TERRY GO “BANG” 6times That was soooo good, Daniel’s face 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@pete5044]

Some of your Liebherr gear needs to go, from where I’m sitting it seems like drama after drama with it.

[@superhacker101]

they need to hire a diesel fitter, all this gear and they cant diagnose and repair any of it, daniel needs to see that hes not a small time firm anymore and needs industrial trades for his industrial equipment

[@el141210]

Your resilience is inspiring. Bravo for getting through it!

[@thisisashville]

👊

[@DadGamingYTube]

I would really love to see cutscenes with the editing team working. The TRUE heroes behind the curtain. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@thisisashville]

❤️👊

[@kennythompson9646]

Okay Okay Okay Train in the yard. Shouting that out in my Ashville voice. Let's gooo

[@marcomcdowell8861]

A wonderful feature of my home in Japan...the toilet is in a separate room with a standalone basin. The shower/bath and main wash basin are in another. I enjoy taking a bath or shower without concern that someone may need to dook while I'm in there 😂

[@thedude6688]

Dan's face after Teza shouted bang so funny 😂😂

[@thisisashville]

😂

[@Sarge084]

The heater in the generator is for when it's not running. The heater is usually in the sump of the engine to warm the oil and the engine is ready to run. Running an engine at operational revs from cold, especially one that size, isn't a good idea. It's frustrating watching you struggle after the event when I could have helped.

[@panaceiasuberes6464]

33:45 I just love the videos that dig into Ashville's fam lore... bringing back the good olde days of yore...

[@derekmiller4944]

The day Terry became a speedy bump!!!..... AHH umm...I'll just go and stand in the corner!!!😂

[@Chogged]

The outtakes are hilarious, keep them in please. Smashing it weekly, look forward to seeing the cyber truck do some work

[@rickvdvorstenbosch1321]

Just press the on button on the generator once its enough no need to hold it. And put a battery charger in it

[@seanjay886]

It might be worth wiring a battery charger supply to that generator so it can keep all the ancillary kit charged. Save all the hassle

[@andrewlitchfield4843]

Maybe get a set of Anderson connectors fitted to batteries on the stanby generator? And then you can always jump start the generator easily from a lorry or piece of plant! Always keep pre-heating on the Jacket water including heater within room to stop damp build up!

[@markreed9853]

Maybe worth looking at some solar/ battery storage on site for this type of issue again, you can buy cheap electric and sell when high to help with the initial costs and then you wont get any issues like this again! I believe there are business grants to help with costs as well

[@colinmacdonald1939]

Just a quick heads up. When you get your fuel delivery, don't trust the tankers' own pump for the accuracy of fuel delivered. Lots of people are being short-changed, weigh the tanker on the weigh bridge.

[@barrymccockinner7502]

Never used them personally but from social media, plevin power would deffo be the boys for that generator repair

[@tanmaysai5961]

Morning lads, let’s get on it! Have a great Sunday World!!

[@paulmshanga3310]

Have a great day, too 😊

[@craigchisholm924]

No matter where i am in the world i watch this… presently in Saudi and still make it happen. Its the keeping it real that i like. It grounds me and its my therapy. Keep up the good work guys, thank you and Merry Christmas to everyone

[@thisisashville]

👊❤️ that's because you are SERIOUS

[@martinmoravitz]

For the Generator: The 230V will warm the engine oil and load the batteries so the generator starts easy.. Such generators start after the power is out for a few minutes. So it is still warm and charged if like you said there is no power.

[@allout-we7tj]

coffie time and watching ashville on a sunday morning love it thanks for taking the time for making the video's

[@thisisashville]

👊☕️

[@SCOTTDIESELCRAZY]

Buy a small diesel heater to leave in the generator room so you can heat it up at any time with something that runs on Diesel

[@ENCASE]

How many batteries are you going to buy for that generator , have you not heard of a battery charger ?

[@jonathancost4927]

Amateurish!

[@leandro9311]

Throwing awat money for sure

[@nathankudlaty6263]

I thought the same, he literally bought new batteries (not big enough), new bigger batteries, and now without running it all has bought new batteries again. lol wut

[@alexanderkupke920]

The issue is, he talked about that 240 feed the generator needs, they obviously did not have hooked up. That feed is for the heater and for a battery charger that the system has built in. I think on the controll panel you could even see a switch that said Battery Charger. The maintenance should be fine for such a generator, he mentioned it was maintained, which usually is a yearly item, and they test run it monthly before. Which is the interval I know for generators at datacenters as well. I still wonder why it was not starting, they did not show it getting fixed yet.

[@jonathancost4927]

@@alexanderkupke920 Agreed, it should've been 'plumbed' into the grid long before now, rather than wait until the last minute prior to a planned power cut.

[@Pepps_Electrical]

You have a 230v supply into the genny container for lighting, heating and battery charging which is for maintaince and when it’s on stand by, but can also have that as an auxiliary to the generator DSE panel and controller so when that power is lost it brings in the generator and with a a charge over switch it will run when in an event of a power loss I leave them running sometimes in bad weather so the temp doesn’t drop for any re start up issues and electrically lock off all presence of power while connecting up 👌🏼👍🏼

[@mcdonnell761]

Is there any update on the money you were owed from the court case? I know you got your judgement, did you ever get paid?

[@paulmshanga3310]

Good morning, Ashville family.

[@thisisashville]

Good morning 🫡

[@yiannimize]

Cybertruck 😎

[@GuyChapman]

Love the way you’re already unloading as the loco runs around. Nice!

[@chaoszombie9995]

Safe to say Daniel WAS in fact shook when Terry shouted “Bang” 😅

[@nikkibutterfly98]

Sunday. Coffee. Ashville. Ahhh. Appreciate you.❤👊🏼

[@thisisashville]

❤️👊☕️

[@alancobbin]

Terry Please Never Change lol 👍😂

[@alvinphillip7530]

You need to seriously invest in a battery tender for that generator. And there are engine block warmers that could be installed to keep it warm. At this point that generator is a paperweight if you have to go through all of this for back up power.

[@Robbosta]

Seeing the roll on roll off lift the flat bed with two diggers on, amazes me every week

[@jasonb6454]

From standing tulisa up in her BangBang shoes to being one of the biggest construction companys on KZbin telling us "its monday and im in the yard".. LEVELS 🤣🤣

[@Keikdv]

Yess! A train or to be exact: Freightliner 66594 in the yard! No more GBRf? I have said it all my life: You never think about electricity until it is not there. Be nice to the powercable people, you will need them. Good luck with all the other minor problems 🙂

[@geoffmillman793]

😊😅😊f😅😅😅😅

[@kennythompson9646]

Love to see wins like this, Danny boy! My kids are tuning in now, and of course, they are bobbing their heads to the beats. 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@notanf1show237]

Told you ages ago to give Cory Mac - ØY Electrical channel a shout he's an industrial electrician doing his own channel and looks for interesting content. Have a great day Asheville crew .

[@JudgeJuno]

He doesn't know what he's doing

[@bramcoteelectrical1088]

Should call me 😂​@@JudgeJuno

[@bramcoteelectrical1088]

He's good 👦 lad and got into victron like myself 😂 keep the lights from going out.😮

[@oumar2877]

Daniel ‬ , the Heater is to keep the generator in good ambient temperature at any time so that, when the mains are out of order, the generator would be in the best contitions to fire up right away and then heat itself up. It makes sense to have it connected to the mains instead of the generator itself. It aswell means the internal heater in the generator will add to your electricity bill. Having the heater linked to the generator would mean degrading the generator's overall efficiency at the output.

[@jasonrussell5521]

Ngl Terry and Dan doing side quests, is like delboy and rodders sorting out their stall or that time David Beckham swung by to sell underpants.

[@t5jerry]

Hmmmm, temperature sensor fault, on a genny, not made by liebher by any chance is it 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@leightondoswell453]

Thanks for the laughs, Terry is a crack. I feel for you Daniel try to keep your chin up but its ok to feel your feelings for a bit as long as you can bounce back, which from what we see you usally do. Your vlogs are never dull, you have a great mix to keep us entertained.

[@chris-ryan]

When a forks isn't available, save your backs and put a strap through the pallet and use a digger or loader to lift and move it.

[@bigneil8888]

Good evening from New Zealand boys and girls

[@wifiguy_nz]

Hell yes, brother. I knew I was missing something this weekend. Need time soon and will feel fulfilled and motivated for another week's work.

[@thisisashville]

🫡👊

[@OllyGregson]

The best way to start a Sunday 👊🏼

[@jonathanlanglois2742]

4:40 You've always got a loader in the yard, so what you should do is to get your fabricator to make you a pair of forks that can be hung on the bucket so that you always have that capacity in the yard. 15:00 I don't get that generator of yours. In Canada, we need our generators to be able to work anywhere from 40 degree heat all the way down to minus 60 Celsius.

[@WhistleHome]

This dude is an absolute beast with problem solving.

[@paulchilds8884]

Another Sunday morning with ashville

[@davidwindsor4632]

Daniel you just had to say it. It won't work. And then the generator didn't work. 😱 Hopefully you got it sorted. Your back and forth. In the generator took me to the two Ronnie's. 😂 👍

[@keithrogers2107]

Me to You on the electrics very funny. BANG !! 😂😂

[@gruunt4064]

That would be frowned upon by loads of electricians, especially if it is 3 phase, guys have got shocks dropping covers and screw drivers into switchgear, doesn't matter if you think it is dead

[@iancrook4723]

Another great vidio Daniel, I spat out a bit of jamsons whiskey when terry shouted BANG, 😂😂😂 probably one of the funniest moments yet, that cyber truck looks amazing

[@max_archer]

I keep saying it, you guys really need a skid steer. It's especially true with the telehandler gone, a skid with a set of forks attached would've been a much easier way to handle offloading that part, and it's honestly a more appropriate unit for a lot of the lifting work you do around the yard anyway - for example loading and unloading your metal storage racks, where the small size and maneuverability would be huge assets. With other attachments it'd be ideal for things like maintaining the car park, cleaning up the tracks, etc. as well, and would easily pay for itself in saved time and wear and tear on the larger machines.

[@pete5044]

A skid steer would not have the reach to unload the the metal racks. There is 2 front end loaders, 25 and 14 ton excavator and some of the hire kit that are all more than capable of cleaning up the yard. Skid steer would be a waste of money

[@GenaF]

Is a skid steer the same as a Bobcat Mini Digger?

[@paulmullan3244]

A skid steer on loose stone which the yard is just causes a mess , great on concrete or tarmac surface but not on this .😉

[@gavinmerrigan9833]

I think a beaver tail should be the next priority as that flatbed doesn’t seem to be the most efficient way to deliver plant.

[@L5GUK]

​@@paulmullan3244what you talking about? A tracked skid steer is perfect for the ground in that yard.

[@daneclarke9253]

Good one Terry perfect timing the look on Daniel face i was cracking up

[@BigWillie585]

If Daniel being happy with the generator and going YAAAA, doesn't end up as a meme, I'm gonna be disappointed 😂😂

[@karltye5118]

It’s Sunday morning I’m still in bed 😂and good morning to the ashville family 👍

[@commonsense3482]

Daniel appreciate you are waiting for more progress in the yard but if you can set up the wheel wash and try to get it cleaning the side and rear of the grabs would increase the profile of your fleet

[@rot122]

Daniel, it might be beneficial looking into getting an (ats) auto change over switch fitted to eliminate the madness caused by the power outages. You can programme from the deep sea controller to handle this between mains and generated power. If you need any more info give me a shout. Also as the comments suggest get that 230v battery and heater sorted and create a regular maintenance regime for checking these also. Keep up the good fight 💪

[@markmawson1]

Daniel you need to put a 240v supply into the generator unit and put a battery tender/charger in there hooked up to the batteries permanently while the generator isn't in use and fit insulation blankets around the 12v batteries, it wasn't that long ago you bought 2 new batteries for it before that company came in and tested the generator unit.

[@happycamperinc.]

Asheville cybertruck will be the coolest.

[@thisisashville]

😎🙌

[@boostav]

@@thisisashville That way you can use it to power the office next time round 😂

[@Balders74]

I know its crappy time of the year but the trucks are proper filthy Daniel, thought you'd of been that as can't clearly see ASHVILLE lol

[@Bigdave1963]

The look on your face when Teza went bang 💣💣 was priceless

[@DaveSmith-s6g]

If you didn’t have bad luck you wouldn’t have any luck at all but I have to admire your resilience

[@superhacker101]

still surprised you dont have industrial sparkys who you use on the regular, the genset is a simple hookup

[@samallen6924]

The moment the heavy lifting was required Terry no where to be seen 😂

[@louiseburnett5795]

IF ANYONE CAN DANIEL CAN , TOUGH WEEK.

[@chrisellner8098]

I’ve finally caught up on weekly episodes it’s taken me about 6 months since I started watching 👍🏻

[@vinegarjoe9706]

Yes!!!! Bang!!!!!! Well done Tez!!!!Happened to me a few times as an apprentice......some smart*rse dropping a dustbin lid behind me when I am working in a panel.....lol

[@Fast_car1000]

Terry 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 brilliant

[@johnbarham7718]

Phases switched round? Who are your electricians? There are good ones out there, you seem to find them only when you are in trouble.

[@9imu]

Si pretending to help but did nothing and then walked off like he did the most 😂😂

[@MtunziQa]

These videos keep me going 💪

[@oliverwitton1930]

HL Smith, what a lovely bunch of people!

[@nicholaspullen6608]

For what it's worth, you are doing hectically serious shit, like all the time. Your resilience is actually god-tier, but it's still going to suck for you man. Your connection to and acceptance of reality is commendable Daniel. Make sure to concentrate on relaxing when you get the time, mental recovery is crucial.

[@Therealvoicecounts]

Must be time for Ben get a low loader now , even a bulker go with it

[@edwinirwin6222]

Hi Did the generator not get new upgraded batteries few months ago ,surely they can't have failed already 😢.

[@oliverelliott4453]

The heater is there to keep it warm, so when the power drops, it's ready to fire and go to work. Just out of interest, how often do you start the generator. For your application you probably want to be starting the generator once a week for an hour each time

[@alecjames1426]

Put a solar unit on the roof and link it to the battery and add a block heater under the engine 👍

[@lassepapkasse]

Finally my sunday can begin 😀

[@oliverelliott4453]

Bang!!! Well done terry i would have done exactly the same

[@thisisashville]

😂

[@lordgandalf22]

I feel you need an engine preheater for the generator. Then it works even if it's below 0

[@Stuart-bp9lk]

Ahh Terry keep him on his toes Yeah KPIs You get me 😂

[@mitchellmnr]

To your question/confusion re why the genset needs 240v for the heater - When the genset is not running, how do you keep the genset warm and the batteries fully charged? - that is what the 240v is for. Its for when the genset is idle and not in use (ie standby generator) When it's running, its providing power which is fine, its when its not running you need the external power

[@FordiProductions]

It needs to have normal power plumbed in to keep the batteries charged and warm, and if the power drops then the genny starts and is ready.