Portable Generator
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I have a 5 Kw portable generator. How harmful is it to run unbalanced 120 volt loads on each outlet?
I have heard it can destroy the generator to run say, a refrigerator from one outlet and a hair dryer in the other. Both loads are below the 20 amp max, but they are not equal loads.
A consumer model generator is smarter than you think. If it has two outlets then the manufacturer has already figured out that you will probably plug two different appliances into it. It will load balance internally, don't worry about it.
Make sure you are loading it at at least 30% when using it, meaning if it is a 5Kw continuous duty cycle, you will want to load it with at least 1500 watts minimum. Also try not to exceed 80% of the top capacity, 4Kw for continuous use.
Change your oil often, keep the Air Filter clean, and always use good fresh fuel. If you are not going to use it for more than 30 days add fuel stabilizer like Sta-Bil to the fuel to keep your carburetor from clogging up. I keep Sta-Bil in our portables at all times just as a preventative measure, works great. Follow the instructions on the little bottle you can get at any hardware or auto parts store.
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