My generac starts in about 10 seconds of power outage. Some times, the
TV and surround sound do not even go out. Then it stays on until power
has been restored for at least 30 seconds. It will run for about 3-5
minutes after that to cool down and then shut off.
73...bruce
On 5/3/2021 8:17 PM, Blaine Taylor via BVARC wrote:
The “Sweet Spot” on backup generators is at 9000 to 13000 watt, where
you get the most bang for the buck.
The Generac system is about convenience. It will auto start after
about 10 minutes (setup) of power outage. Most modern homes in the
south require several tens of thousands of watts generator to be truly
whole house, and they are very expensive.
I have a unit with a 10KW generator which runs MOST of the house with
a manual transfer switch. I go to the generator shed, plug in the
generator to the external circuit, use the electric start to run the
generator for 2-5 minutes to get it warm, then switch the manual
switch in the house and well house. It continues to run until I
reverse the process.
It cost about $1200 including the 50 amp transfer switch. I have a
portable 8000 btu air conditioner, which has a 6inch hose to run out
the window, which will de-humidify and cool the living and sleeping
areas downstairs.
Most modern generators of this size will run dual fuel, including
gasoline with an option of Natural or Propane Gas.
When we moved here 32 years ago, the fort bend county area had lots of
power outages. We only have 3 or 4 a year now.
The Big systems do run 20-40 thousand dollars, which is rather a lot
for the convenience during those few outages.
By the way most electrical contractors can put together a hybrid
system with a Generac controller for convenience, and a medium sized
dual fuel 10KW generator with the electronics for automatic start/stop
and switching to generator/mains.
73’s
KD5EXG
Blaine Taylor
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*Sent:* Monday, May 3, 2021 6:38 PM
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*Subject:* Re: [BVARC] backup power plan
I recently made many calls and talked to many vendors to determine the
best backup power plan. I was hoping that solar plus battery would not
only provide power during an outage but would also always provide power.
My conclusion was that whole home backup generator is still the only
cost reasonable option. That will cost you $10-15k (but they are in
short supply and you likely won’t get until November) whereas solar
plus battery is more like $50k. I was even told by one solar company
that when the power is out, the solar panels get shut down so as not
to push electricity back to the grid so they don’t generate at all
when the grid is down. So for a long outage all you have is the
battery and no ongoing solar generation.
On May 3, 2021, at 6:12 PM, D. Howard Bingham via BVARC
<[email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>> wrote:
Easy, get a Generac WHOLE HOUSE Generator, but be careful, as
since the FREEZE & power outages several months ago, PRICES ARE
WAY UP & supplies may be SHORT with a LONG WAIT for installation.
My Nephew had the Generac system installed in my Sister's home in
Deer Park 3 years ago, I need power for CPAP breathing machine at
night, sister has tripped in the dark when power has gone out at
night. So here it's a MEDICAL ISSUE.
Alternative would be SOLAR CELLS (GENERAC HAS THESE with Battery
Power packs that typically are installed in a garage for use when
power fails at night, or during storms.).
Those who've followed the PBS "This Old House" has seen similar
systems installed in major house remodeling over the years.
73
D. Howard Bingham
KE5APJ
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On 5/3/2021 2:42 PM, Mike Lambert via BVARC wrote:
Hurricane season starts in a month.
I am interested in talking to anyone who has a backup power
plan (remember Ike?) to compare notes, ideas, techniques, etc.
We could comm via email outside of the BVARC listserve.
Mike
KI5PIY
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