Firman T07571 Generator - L2Survive with Thatnub

Costco Firman T07571 generator
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Times are going to get tough. Whether it be hurricanes, the election, earthquakes, or some drunk running into your nearby transformer, you will be without power at some time. This is the lastest offering at Costco, the Firman T07571 generator is a tri-fuel generator that has 20 amp, 30 amp, and 50 amp outlets. It can be run off of gas, natural gas, or propane.
Our only problem was that we had to play with the choke a bit to get the generator to start. Other than that, it is great and we can use it to power our travel trailer in case we have to bug out.
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[@scottt2096]

All...I called the company after having this same starting issue. It all comes down to how fast you open the LP valve. Per the service guy you must open the valve very slowly, allowing time for the propane to get into the generator. He states it’s a major miss in the instructions as it isn’t in the book anywhere. Try opening slowly and it will fire right up. Good luck.

[@WillCooper1]

i made this mistake on gas grill too. Open the valve on the propane tank SLOWLY.

[@jb510]

I have a Champion I run exclusively on LPG. It's a pull start, but it's a very easy pull start. However, it is often hard to start just like this. Patience pays off, and yes opening gas slowly and pausing between pulls helps tremendously. I think holding the electric start like the video is bad. It'll either start immediately or never. Also I always start mine with the choke wide open (I'm at altitude which could be part of that too).

[@brianalexandre1125]

The need to open an LP tank valve slowly has nothing to do with the generator, grills, heaters or other devices. It's due to the internal fill/overflow control device in today's LPG tanks. Open it took quickly and the abruptness forces the internal valve closed. (similar to a check valve - float/ball) Like anything else regulated by government, it can be a pain in the ass. Another example would be the leak/flow-control valves on today's gas can spouts... if I were to digress. 🙄

[@debigoldstein3869]

Thank you SO MUCH for this! I’m a 60 year old single person who is a bit nervous on starting the generator! I watched another video AND then yours and both have helped me -but YOURS made me feel so much better! Thanks again for the lessons learned.

[@danman281]

Thanks for sharing mistakes so we can all learn too

[@L2Survive]

I wish my wife would thank me for all of my mistakes too. LOL

[@ol6120]

You 100% saved my bacon today with the choke trick. After 30 minutes of messing with the starter in near blizzard conditions, to no avail, I found your video. Thank you so much! It started up on the first try with the choke trick. Felt like I was back in my old VW playing with the choke on a cold morning.

[@michaelwilson8286]

I did the same thing today with the same generator. You don't use the choke with LPG or NG. Put it on run and then hit the starter. It fired right up after I did that.

[@haowardbui]

I couldn't get my Natrual gas to fire up, the only way to use it is to use gas for 10 min to warm it up then switch over to LG...

[@stano49]

haoward bui having trouble with natural gas as well. Any advice? Thanks

[@rjchu]

@@stano49 ever get NG figured out? Same issue here...

[@omegalamda3145]

Just watched a vid. Choke on start press red button for 2 seconds move to run while still holding red button. Starts up ever very time. The 2 second hold on choke start is the primer.

[@The_Happy_Aviation_Enthusiast]

Here is a reminder about portable generator safety: everyone really needs to see this safety reminder to make sure. This advice is just to make sure that everyone is aware of all the warnings and it’s just to remind people to be careful using portable generators. Generators can be dangerous if not used carefully. Every year, hundreds of people die or get injured when using portable generators due to carbon monoxide poisoning and electrocution. Make sure you are using your generator carefully and keeping others safe as well. There is something very serious that everyone should always be aware of when using generators. Some people do run their generator indoors which is not safe and that increases the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning which can cause death of family and you. Some people run their generator in wet conditions which can electrocute them. Please remember that you should never run your generator indoors. Remember that carbon monoxide is an odorless and colorless gas that you cannot see or smell. Carbon monoxide is a silent killer. Keep that in mind. Make sure your generator is 15-20 feet away from your house and away from doors, windows, and vents. Never use your generator in your porch too. Having a carbon monoxide detector is very important against generator safety. Some people also allow children to go near the portable generator which could pose risks. We need to keep an eye on our children making sure that they are not near the portable generator so they won’t get electrocuted or burned by the generator which is dangerous. A locking enclosure also keeps kids safe. A generator shed might look like a tempting place to explore, or take cover during a game of hide and seek, but a generator is a dangerous piece of equipment that can cause injury. It says on the manual that we should also keep children away at all times from the portable generator to avoid injuries. Please do not allow a child or unqualified people to operate the portable generator. Just because some manuals missed what should be listed doesn’t mean it’s safe to do. Always follow the generator safety rules when using portable generators. Generators pose electrical risks. If you need to use your generator during wet weather, you need a generator tent to protect your generator from getting wet. Don’t let your generator get wet. Keep your generator dry and before using your generator, please make sure your hands and your generator is dry. Do not wear loose clothing when operating the generator. Everything that is said on the generator’s operating manual should not be ignored. Never smoke cigarettes near the generator. Please keep flammable things away from the generator. Never overload your generator too. Your generator can catch fire. Never ever try to plug a generator cord into a wall outlet to avoid back feeding. Back feeding your generator is dangerous. Always turn on your generator first before plugging in appliances and shut off the appliances before turning your generator off. Use a heavy duty cord for your generator and the cord should not be worn out. All the instructions should be followed carefully. Never refuel your generator while it’s running. It can cause fire if fuel spills while your generator is hot. You should turn off your generator and let it cool off before refueling it. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important. This is only a reminder for everyone’s safety of using generators. Make sure your generator is properly grounded. Having a fire extinguisher next to the generator is also important against the safety rules. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2LNhWZ3g6qBrKs and here is a video more about keeping others safe when using generators and also about our family’s safety. Hope this helps. Thank you.

[@RKDriver]

Getting these big gens to fire up out of the box can be a lot of trial and error. I broke mine in with gasoline but had a really tough time getting it to fire because I only put a couple of quarts of gas in the tank. Firman says you need about 2 gallons on the first start. I tilted mine downward towards the wheels on a 2x4 so gasoline would pool down where it flows out of the tank and it fired right up. Also disconnect that black battery cable when storing it to save the battery.

[@L2Survive]

I didn't disconnect my battery, I should check it out in the morning.

[@MrSovrin]

Looks like you figured it out... I got the Champion dual fuel and with the propane you only need to choke half way and flip it quickly to run while cranking. I've never run the gas but I'm sure it would be like any gas engine full choke for a few seconds and then run. I like your thinking I don't want to have to remember to drain gas and clean the carb and I think propane will be much better with the gas backup as a last resort.

[@brianalexandre1125]

I noticed the choke lever is color-coded yellow... might it only apply when using gasoline?

[@bigjim1327]

Just bought one today at Costco for 699.99.

[@codyheidorn776]

You got to get the air out of the line. I usually will open the propane tank just a little bit, wait a few seconds and then hook it into the generator. That way the hose is primed with LP.

[@gilbrook]

@L2Survive, startling clear camera shots and well presented! Any followup? Did U feed WH service panel?

[@gnarlyishellagnarly]

I think you have to use the choke! lol, 3 seconds later, you got it. :)

[@berryrose72]

How long does one tank of propane last?

[@jwar2163]

The unit needs to bleed out the air in the propane line. When it is fully chocked there is minimal flow and air is still trapped in the propane fuel line.

[@L2Survive]

That makes complete sense.

[@craigsmithx]

Won't output 50amps but does have a 50amp style outlet.

[@L2Survive]

The manual says "A maximum of 31.25 Amps current for 240 Volts or two independent 120 Volt loads at 31.25 Amps current each." So, it looks like 31.25 is the max with one line.

[@wadeguitreau1933]

I believe the choke lever needed to go all the way to the left to start. The arrow points left for start and right for run, not in the middle lol Other videos on KZbin clearly show this

[@wadeguitreau1933]

I stand corrected. Just finished putting my Firman Tri-Fuel together and the choke worked exactly like it did for you. My apologies, appreciate you sharing.

[@L2Survive]

I have had people tell that theirs worked as designed and some have had the same experience that we have had. Still, it's a good generator so far.

[@orlypalomar]

When on LP, I find that if I leave it in RUN (choke off), it starts right away. Then again, my generator has a purge button, so that probably helped more than having the choke on and letting the engine vacuum purge the LP line.

[@prairieelevatorman8769]

I bought this generator and ran it about 250 hours on both gas and propane before it started surging and burned out one of my chargers. It’s dirty power and will wreck electronics. The lights would pulse bright to dim continuously. It also trips at 50amps so you’ll never get the 7500 watts.

[@frontxxrunner]

The big knock on this generator is the Total Harmonic Distortion rating (THD) being sky high at 25%, being bad for sensitive electronics. But I'd probably still pick this up, as my old Coleman generator probably creates filthy electricity too LOL

[@ernestwalden3894]

Just baught one yesterday and ran it for short time today. Unfortunately I didn't get stocked up on propane on time. I have 2 cans of propane and everyone is completely sold out now because of winter storm heading our way. But Atleast I have 20 gallons of regular gas. Hopefully if I take it easy and run it when needed it'll last for a week or hopefully 2 weeks. I know one thing when it's all over I'm stocking up on propane.

[@L2Survive]

The storm is over, how did it do? How long did it run using propane? I really need to test that out soon.

[@ernestwalden3894]

@@L2Survive did Awsome didn't have any issues at all. I just got it out again today and ran it for an hour. I was told to get it out and run it for 30 miniuts every other month to keep it in tip top shape. I'm now stocked up on propane I have 5 tanks ready to go. Thats the beauty of propane you can store it for 30 yrs and doesn't go bad.

[@timd9430]

I hope you put the oil in it before starting??? Manual states to change the first install of oil after 25 hours also, then every 100 hours.

[@L2Survive]

I thought I mentioned it in the video but, if I did not, I did put oil in before starting it.

[@timd9430]

@@L2Survive yeah, was joking. ; )

[@ronbravo9528]

Hi sir, I just got same gen, and wondering if you have any idea on how many hours the generator can run with a lpg tank. Tnx from Tx

[@L2Survive]

Sorry no. And I hope I never need to find out. I'm switching everything over to solar slowly. This is just a back up for the back up.

[@Paul_Dalangpan]

Thanks so much for doing this video. It's it louder than a lawnmower, or just about the same?

[@MickyBellRoberts]

Easy to assemble, no brainer. Looks nice, has everything on it. I like the natural gas and propane switches. Awesome.

[@lassievision]

Everyone else - makes a big deal of fitting the wheels. You just turn it upside down. hahaha. If only I could like this twice.

[@Bill-from-HR]

I find my gas powered engines need little or no choke when its warmer outside.

[@flynndog]

You have to purge the air out of the hose first before it would start

[@timd9430]

How did you ever hook it up to the house or your pump? 50A or 30A? Thanks.

[@L2Survive]

Not yet. I don't have a transfer switch yet.

[@timd9430]

@@L2Survive yeah, still have to hook mine up too, but using interlock instead of transfer switch. Going to use Reliance PB30 (30A) power inlet box. 30A dual pole breaker for 240V. 10/3 stranded wire connection to breaker and power inlet box in conduit. $50 30A 25' 4 prong cable between generator and inlet box. Interlock kit. Was going to use 50A connections, but 30A is sufficient for this wattage generator. 240V x 30A = 7200W

[@omsubedi845]

This channel should be renamed L2Thrive. You sir are not just surviving you are thriving.

[@jonnyjetstreamer997]

Do you live next to a racetrack?

[@angolotty2468]

Anyone have a particular brand recommendation for a generator? We have a multi generational family and need powerful one. Preferably battery, gas/propane, solar powered would be cool too. Thanks friends.

[@rwstarke]

If you don't know then read the instructions first?

[@frontxxrunner]

the detail about adjusting the choke while starting it is not in the manual. Major oversight by Firman.

[@chucktrotter9699]

2.25.21 I liked that you showed the starting problem. Can you make a video showing how to hook up to your well water pump? How did you get this generator at costco for such a low price? Thanks for taking the time to do the video.

[@L2Survive]

No? I don't have a transfer switch yet. Anything that I would use in an emergent situation is considered either criminal or dangerous. I got the good deal at Costco by procrastinating. I kept wanting to get it but, always thought it cost a little too much. One day I went in and it was on that sale and I couldn't get the cart quick enough. #blessed

[@richardloomis751]

I have the same issue starting with propane.

[@charliemcawesome5012]

Once she “kinda” starts you turn the choke to run and turn it over again.

[@L2Survive]

I have been hearing that a lot. Thanks for the tip.

[@gibblespascack1418]

When all else fails, read the manual! 1. Put oil in it. 2 Connect the propane and open the valve.. Did it say bleed the fuel line? No but when you turn on the fuel it works. Interesting.

[@flare_nvme]

How long will a propane tank run for

[@L2Survive]

Not sure. From the manual for gas it says, FUEL TANK SIZE // 8.0 GAL RUN-TIME (GAS) // UP TO 12 HRS (@50% LOAD) My guess would be close to the same for propane. Maybe I will test it out this summer unless the power goes out before then.

[@rjchu]

@@L2Survive I wouldn’t assume that. I connected ours up to the furnace during the recent freeze in TX (gas furnace but needs AC for the blower and such) and only had a 5gal bbq tank that should have been pretty full as it hadn’t been used hardly at all and got 2 hours or so runtime. Granted it was outside in the freezing cold which impacted the propane pressure and the tank was still heavy afterwards but just something to keep in mind. Temperature will effect runtime on propane and the runtime isn’t the same for gas vs propane vs NG.

[@curtiswilliams477]

Where can I find this for 600

[@L2Survive]

I know. At the time, we didn't realize just how good of a deal we got on this generator. Even now when it goes on sale at Costco, it still isn't as good of a deal as we got.

[@dbrowninc]

T07571 for $600 bucks,? how, where, when?

[@randylee2549]

They are $899 now~

[@fitzphillips5370]

on sale all of Feb for $200 off in Canada costco

[@L2Survive]

I waited a long time to get my deal.

[@randylee2549]

@@L2Survive and @fitz_philips got mine on Thursday with the $200 off, cannot be happier 😍!

[@jkk040]

I bought this generator 3 months ago and already broke micro switch on the main regulator assembly. Requested warranty service. Sent several email, chat on site, left massage, no responding for 2 weeks. The customers service is horrible. I don't recommend firman Generators...

[@SuperCyril2]

Honda or Yamaha...nothing else.

[@dougbroman7563]

Take it back.to back costco

[@manuelmanuel9248]

Problem with the noise. Wonder if there is any simple cheap way for those who are not very handy with this kind of shit

[@glennstruzinski]

Read instructions much?