How to power your whole home with a portable generator. 1/2 🎥:mechanicallyincleyend

[@TURTLEORIGINAL]

I don’t know anything about this things, but is it safe, having the gas hook-up right behind the gas? My thinking: Seems like there could be a chance for a spark coming in close approximation to the gas? Please help me. Thanks.

[@DuroMaxPower]

Yes many installations are permitted for this. Every municipalities varies so please confirm with your local code.

[@FrostBiteBlood]

Definitely not safe unless if it suitable with enclosures and the right equipment but yeah for what he has not safe

[@Menruleall]

​@@FrostBiteBloodWhat's not safe?

[@human_brian]

@@DuroMaxPower My municipality says 10 ft. from fuel to any ignition source, so this would be a code violation.

[@Menruleall]

​​@@human_brianhow do you know the ignition source isn't 10 away in this video? The generator is in front of wood siding, while the NG connector is in front of white, concrete looking, foundation material. Where is your evidence he is in code violation?

[@joannasarcamedes8191]

So where did you fill the gas???? or can you hook up a seperate natural or other type tank to hold the fuel???? im not sure how this is done. What was the cost of the generator???

[@DuroMaxPower]

The fuel tank is up on top of the unit, then the natural gas line accepts it from your municipal meter. The XP13000HXT Tri Fuel Generator retails for $2499

[@JonathanCharles-uc8zc]

He showed you he hooked up to nature gas don't be ducking stupid

[@FauxQue-yk8dt]

My tri fuel has two different regulators. And a valve for the gas tank on top. You put the gas line to the correct regulator and shut off the gasoline valve. The Harbor Freight Tri fuel has a selector knob depending on what fuel you're using. I have never used gasoline in my generator. And I never will.

[@lookup2705]

please list your Amazon purchases

[@DuroMaxPower]

XP13000HXT Generator: tinyurl.com/44s7ku97 XP5015GC Generator Cord: tinyurl.com/yc3dean6 Reliance 50 Amp Inlet: tinyurl.com/mvc3wc48

[@condor5635]

@@DuroMaxPower what about the gas line with disconnects on both ends?

[@josecaraballo9540]

Which way is the exhaust blowing. Towards the wall ( house)

[@DuroMaxPower]

It is a wall that is not connected to any living space on the other side.

[@danielswinger2986]

It it good sine wave

[@DuroMaxPower]

It will work with your home, no problem at all.

[@chimrichalds1422]

I have the same model, it's not an inverter generator for sure but it will run sensitive electronics short term without issue. I'm fresh off a 3 day power loss with 2 people working from home... no problems

[@srqTactical]

@@DuroMaxPower Can it charge up an ecoflow battery?

[@lorihutton4719]

Where can I see ur breaker panel? How long can this last? If power goes off a month, am I good bc my home is a tiny home. No washer, water heater is propane. Biggest pull, apartment size Frigidaire Refrigerator. I rarely run a 5000 but small ac. Most lamps are USB ran bulbs. If you answer, Thank you, I need this on hot days. Tennessee has been wout rain until last week. Many days over 90. I thank you, tons!

[@DuroMaxPower]

One of our DuroMax Inverter Generators would be an excellent choice. In addition to being more quiet, and fuel efficient we imagine it would be perfect.

[@jmanc6941]

You don’t need to install a regulator from the supply to the generator?

[@PaulNelsonphotography]

You need a regulator and a lock on that valve. This is a very danderous setup hes showing you.

[@DuroMaxPower]

Regulator is on the Generator side.

[@JAMESYBOY.]

Most These tri fuel generators have regs already

[@davidcerino1145]

I was wondering the same thing . . . I don’t know of any piece of equipment that doesn’t use a regulator in the NG setup

[@davidcerino1145]

@@DuroMaxPowerreally? Ok, that’s pretty cool. Is it bypassed when using LP?

[@srqTactical]

How long can the natural gas line hookup be? It comes with a 15ft, can it be longer?

[@JF32304]

I think you can go longer

[@DuroMaxPower]

It can be longer but needs to maintain a certain water column pressure to properly feed the Generator.

[@srqTactical]

@@DuroMaxPower I have a 3/4 line feeding a house natural gas water heater, do you think if I get a plumber to place a T and extend that line a bit and add a quick connect will that be enough to power the xp15000?

[@edgargomez9494]

How about if its thunderstorms. Seems like that generator cant get wet

[@DuroMaxPower]

The Generator can get wet but it is not waterproof. Precaution should be taken when being used in storm conditions.

[@Ripcord10]

What gauge whip did you use?

[@DuroMaxPower]

For 50 Amps, 6/3 should be used.

[@charvettelee3844]

I ran pretty much everything in my house using gasoline. Will natural gas run the same load?

[@DuroMaxPower]

Depending on the Generator size and load, it is definitely capable of doing so.

[@Menruleall]

I have a Harbor Freight Predator 9000 with a NG conversation kit installed. It is setup exactly like in the video, but it will not run my drier, or my AC unit. I've read that if I ground the generator, it will work more efficiently. So I need to try that step next time I bring it out. I've had it about 3 years and I haven't even ran thru the break-in hours yet. Also, I run it NG only. I've never put gasoline in it.

[@bobbygene8274]

No. Natural gas will do about 60% (+/-) of what gasoline will do. Not as much energy per BTu.

[@hdjd1010]

Generator outputs are less somewhat on natural gas, and propane they listed in their specs, and sometimes right on the unit

[@brettsiciliano2037]

Tri fuel conversation kits?

[@DuroMaxPower]

We do not sell conversion kits. Please note that any alternations to the unit will void the warranty.

[@katrinamcwashington9333]

Nice

[@DuroMaxPower]

Very nice

[@rabrumf]

This is funny because I just watched another video about how this is the wrong way to do it because of the dangers of the generator shutting off while the gas continues to flow. They showed the need of more than just the hand valve at the meter.

[@DuroMaxPower]

Our regulator has a shutoff that will stop the flow of gas into the Generator if it powers down unexpectedly as well as the shutoff valve.

[@patmason7276]

Need to have a stand alone tank you may lose gas service in a bad storm.

[@DuroMaxPower]

For NG that is trickier but definitely recommended for LPG.

[@fauxque5057]

Not sure about your area but where I live you can't have any generator within 15' of any door or window. Where I wanted mine was too close to the bathroom window. Inspector made us replace the double hung window with a solid frame window. That cost $400.

[@DuroMaxPower]

Code will vary by location but can range from 5-20 feet. Always better to go safer and further away.

[@TheGamersRace]

I just got mine in the basement... Lol

[@potterytool7444]

It’s a portable generator who’s going to monitor how close it is to a house.., lol

[@Menruleall]

​@@potterytool7444my thoughts exactly. In a grid down situation, IDGAF about codes. I'm going to do what's necessary to protect my family. If we ever get the cash to install a permanent Generac type of backup, then we'll observe code regulations, but with a portable? It goes where I put it.

[@criticalevent]

Didn't show anybody how to do anything, but that's probably for the best :)

[@DuroMaxPower]

Yes, just showing how easy Home Power Backup can be achieved.

[@johnclyne6350]

Great video for someone in dire need for power during a power outage. Most people are poor planners. Hence why there are soo many videos like this on YT. My only 2 issues with this generator is it is too close to the house. Second is the noise level. I’m sure that it will be loud as hell! By the end of the first hour of use their head will be ringing like a bell from the noise. No one ever mentions the noise. I’m a power lineman for the local power company where I live. I hear many generators running after a one day power outage. They are all very loud. Bleary eyed residents want to know when the power will be back on? Most complain about a neighbors noisy generator running 24/7. Why do people buy them is beyond me? The first priority should be the noise factor when selecting a generator. We have the quietest home generator at our house. We have a Honda inverter with a closed frame. It powers up my entire house including all sensitive electronics. Most everything you buy today for your home is micro-processor controlled. That includes most appliances in your home. It runs our central air too. The bigger the generator the louder it becomes & the more fuel it consumes. Something to think about when you’re out of power more than a day. A generator like this has a set engine speed to maintain 120/240 voltage (power for the home). This model probably burns a lot of gas? If your tapped into natural gas? Natural gas is pressurized by pumps that run on power along the way to your home. If you live in an area that was hit hard by Hurricane Helene? The natural gas pump stations might have been shut down from loss of power? Hence why having jugs of gasoline on hand is a better idea. Most people only store 10 gallons of gas for their generator. They buy it just before the storm arrives. After 1 day they are screwed because most gas stations can’t pump fuel without power. So they have to travel far & wide in search of fuel (stupid). I store enough fuel for a three week interruption. By the end of three weeks the fuel stations should be back on? If not the power? My neighbors all think we must have a dedicated line from the power company because they see our power is on & they can’t hear our generator.

[@FauxQue-yk8dt]

When you are exhausted the sound doesn't bother you. A pair of cheap foam earplugs also do wonders. A Trifuel generator will also run on propane and stores indefinitely. I bought a 100lb tank on clearance at Lowes for $59. I also have two 40lb tanks on my RV that I keep filled, as well as numerous 20lb tanks I've picked up for free and exchanged them for Blue Rhino tanks. Yes I know they short the propane but that's not the point. The point is I found expired nasty tanks and replaced them for certified nice tanks. I refill everything at either Uhaul or Tractor Supply. One 20lb tank will get me 5 hours of use. If I cycle the generator I use maybe 2 tanks a day. You don't need to run a generator non stop. Keep the refrigerator cool, the frozen frozen, and we run dual inverter AC units during storms. Cool the house down, shut off the generator, and when it gets unbearable fire the generator back up via the remote control. Of course the propane is just a back up for the Nat Gas in case it's down which has never happened. Another thing worth noting is a 13,000w generator will only output 10500w with gasoline. Propane and Natural gas you loose a bunch of that output. I only get 9500w out of mine on Propane, and 8500w on Nat Gas.

[@johnclyne6350]

@@FauxQue-yk8dtYou obviously did your homework! I'm glad to see another prepper out there. Yes,I've never seen the natural gas go silent but you never know? As for the down grading on the generator? Why is that generator named 13,000 watts when it isn't? That seems deceptive? My Honda is rated for 5500 watts steady & up to 7000 watts surge. I have tested mine & the surge is a lot higher. I have pushed it to 9200 watts before the breaker tripped. As for the noise? You must not have neighbors near by? Mine are practically arms length away. If someone sneezes next door we all say God Bless. I was on a job after Storm Isais where we were down to the onesies & twosies of outages. They are repaired at the tail end of the storm incase you didn't know? The customer had a very loud Generac roll out. It was a monster in terms of size. His yard was littered with empty jugs of gasoline. He had used up all his reserved fuel but never thought to have more than 3 days of fuel? We were there on day ten. His generator was only capable of running his 2 freezers & fridge & his other appliances. His well pump was working so they could run water & flush the toilet. Not enough to run his A/C. (He obviously doesn't know a thing about load management). He & his wife were tone deaf from the generator & they were hot & sweaty. They were over joyed we were there to put their lights on. A small tree took down their service drop. Their service was destroyed. We replaced it & put it back on for them. They were clicking their heels after the generator was shut off & their A/C was now working again.

[@FauxQue-yk8dt]

@@johnclyne6350 I have a Suncoast plastic building that was designed to hold a pair of rolling trash bins. I bought to vinyl gable vents from Lowes and installed them in the back wall for fresh air. On one side I used a whole house squirrel cage fan that came from a typical indoor air handler. It's overkill but I already had it laying around. The other side has a hole cut out with an outdoor 4 outlet cover. It has a flip door. I run the gas line and the output cable from the generator. In the front right door I cut a hole and used the same outlet cover. That hole is for the exhaust pipe from the engine. On the end of the pipe I have a Ford Tractor muffler from Tractor supply. That's the best I can do for the neighbors. It's still loud but it's a Honda V Twin engine. All that said. I haven't used it since Hurricane Irma. I lose power occasionally but that's cover by the DIY solar system. Just under 7000w of panels, a 6500w inverter, and 21.4kw of LiFePo4 batteries. But I still have the generator and all of the propane just in case. Someday when I'm not being lazy, and this would be the perfect time I need to sell the huge generator and down size it. I don't need all of that power with the solar. I just need enough juice to recharge my battery bank. Everything is also got it's replacement if it dies. I have an extra MPPSolar LV6548, an extra combiner box, and 15 extra solar panels. So far the panels on the roof have survived several small hurricanes. There's also an array of 10 panels leaning across the back fence. Helene knocked one of the verticle panels over so I laid down the other 4. The other 5 panels are leaning horizontal and I thought they'd be fine. Lol. I was wrong. We heard a big crash and 4 of the 5 decided to blow over. Not a single panel shattered. For Milton I laid them all down. Once they fill with water they're not going anywhere.

[@DuroMaxPower]

Please do not run any Generator in a shed or enclosure.

[@johnclyne6350]

@@DuroMaxPower My enclosure was designed by a professional steel fabricator. He was a volunteer fire fighter in two neighboring towns. He suggested relocating my genny outside for a more permanent set up. However he has happened to see folks putting their generators inside those cheap plastic sheds with very small vents. He has happened to be at fires where the generator ran inside those plastic sheds setting them on fire from lack of flow through ventilation. He designed an enclosure for mine that exceeds the requirements for ventilation & heat dissipation. Mine is made of 306 stainless steel on a poured in place concrete pad. The longest my genny has run continuously was 54 hours. The enclosure was only warm to the touch by the exhaust pipe. Otherwise it was cold steel. My enclosure was built before the pandemic so prices aren’t what they would be now. I paid $2700 just for the enclosure. About half the price of my generator. I spared no expense when I had mine built. It shows. If you want to see what it looks like? With my genny running under load. Go to my home page & look up the two videos on it. You’ll be impressed.

[@codyschwoch5451]

For the people that don’t have the money to have a box like this, put on the outside of their house if you turn off the main breaker coming into the house and into the panel, you will not back feed into the powerlines so therefore you can plug your generator into your either dryer receptacle plug or if you have an electric stove, you can plug it into that outlet. Just make sure the breaker on the top of your breaker panel is shut off otherwise you’re endangering thousands of lives if you don’t.

[@DuroMaxPower]

That is against code and is not recommended.

[@smacleod69]

You fool! You put the electrical hook near the gas meter! And, Where is the regulator for the natural gas???

[@Seabass1206]

the gas doesent need to be regulated if the generator is running at the same pressure that the home is on

[@mikestevens1728]

​@@Seabass1206It does matter. Do you have a 1/2 lb or 2psi gas pressure? Is the generator itself reducing the pressure correctly through the gas valve?

[@DuroMaxPower]

DuroMax Tri Fuel Generators have a built-in regulator for Propane and NG. They do not require an external regulator for NG.

[@maxhearld1035]

That's uncalled for man

[@kirkking6601]

I’m glad the actual manufacturer chimed in here. Good to see the Gen set regulated the natural gas pressure.

[@BenSmith-id3wb]

Buy a GenerLink and don’t go through the hassle of rewiring your home and having holes drilled through it.

[@devonknapp20]

Generlink only goes up to 9600w, wouldn’t work in this guy’s application. However, I didn’t know about these until I read your comment. Really cool device!

[@DuroMaxPower]

Does not work in every situation as well as not being code compliant in every jurisdiction.

[@johnnyhenry6549]

​@devonknapp20 Everybody doesn't have generlink cheese.

[@CCCC-tq8yo]

Good luck

[@DuroMaxPower]

Thanks!

[@wisconsinhomesteading4590]

Better have a generator panel or transfer switch so you don’t back feed the grid

[@DuroMaxPower]

Yes, an Interlock or Transfer Switch must be used to keep everyone safe.

[@dukebeach1]

Idk, I see more and more of these videos where DIY'ers are making gas connections, 50 amp inlet box setups that they built from Home Depot, and I guess more power to you (pun intended), but man, if you get ONE thing wrong you can kill yourself and all the people you love in the blink of an eye. I guess the safest thing to do is to contact your gas utility and your power company when doing these upgrades, which I admire, and make sure they are done correctly and if you have to permit and get inspected, do so. Risking your life is not worth the permit fee and inspection. Stay safe everyone.

[@DuroMaxPower]

We always recommend using licensed professionals for any electrical or plumbing work.

[@jeffhalfaha4061]

He's fine

[@DuroMaxPower]

Always a good setup

[@RVingwithG]

Please check with your local power company before you do this!!! 🛑 🛑 This is illegal in some states because it energizes downed powerline😮😮😮

[@DuroMaxPower]

That is why an Interlock must be used. We greatly stress the importance of protecting our utility and linemen.

[@stephen4763]

That’s what the transfer-switch setup is for. I had one installed for my generator. No - you never want to put power onto the MAIN power company network. That can hurt or kill a lineman. The transfer switch safely allows one to run the power from your generator into your home so power never goes onto the MAINS.

[@Gamingmayhem001]

Nice

[@DuroMaxPower]

Very nice