In everyday life there are certain things that we just assume will be there. Light, electricity, heat are among those few. It is only when those things are taken away do we realize how important they really are. Just go wilderness camping some day and you will have a new appreciation of everyday items that are taken for granted. The biggest of those items is electricity. Just ask someone who has been without power for 2 or 3 days what happened. Imagine everything in your refrigerator and freezer spoiled for starters.You might not be able to open the garage or get water from the well. Of course you may also need power in places that don’t have any, like a camping site or construction area. These places don’t generally have electricity and you might want or need it. How do you get it? An ETQ Generator is the best way and I am going to review one of the most popular brands today.

ETQ Generators come in a wide range of sizes and setups for any type of situation. So many that it might be confusing which one to go with. This review will help you to pick out and chose the proper generator for your particular needs.

Every generator has two main components and they are the motor and the head. The motor typically burns gas of some sort to supply the power. A generator head turns that power into electricity for the end user. This electricity is is measured in terms of voltage an watts. Wattage is an amount of power expressed in  watts or kilowatts. It is similar to “volume”. Voltage is the rate at which energy is drawn from a source that produces a flow of electricity in a circuit. Basically you will need to know the specific voltage your situation calls for, then you pick the model that supplies enough wattage to run everything.

Current voltage that is standard in the U.S.  is single phase, 120 volts. Most houses have 120/240v service, meaning they have two 120v circuits. The two are combined to provide 240v for power-hungry appliances. Voltage is set based on your existing circuits and electrical service, while wattage requirements increase based on the size of each additional appliance. Choosing the right wattage is critical in sizing your generator. The smallest generators produce around 800 watts while the largest ones are around 500,000 watts. The portable generators are usually the smaller ones with the standby being larger. Even thought there are two types of generators we are only going to go over the portable generators.

Portable generators are used for providing power to those areas that don’t have power like new construction and camp sites. Generally they are remote type locations. However, if you may have a need for a ETQ Generator in multiple places then a portable generator is better because it is easy to move, smaller, and less expensive. With a built in fuel tank they can run anywhere and they have standard power outlets which allow you to plug in extension cords.

The key is to make sure you have a large enough generator. If you have to small of a generator then you will over work the generator and possibly damage the generator and whatever it is powering. Now how do we determine the size of the generator? The easiest way is to look at each individual appliance and the specifications listed on the instruction manual or nameplate on the item. Most devices will list amps at a given voltage. Watts is the amps times the voltage. Just multiply your appliances and add them together to see how many watts you need. When you do this don’t estimate!

Another important characteristic  about electric motors is that they need three times as much power to start then when running. You should look at your biggest item in terms of wattage and make sure you can cover it. You most likely won’t start all items at once so just add the start of the biggest and add in normal run for the rest and add them up. This will give you enough power to keep them all going.

You obviously don’t want to run your generator at max capacity all the time so add in an additional 20% for the power requirements and you will have some additional room in case of some small add-ons. It will also help extend the lifespan of the ETQ Generator.

Next you need to determine what type of fuel you want to burn with your generator. The most popular is gasoline but it technically can’t be stored for long periods. You can also use propane to power it as it can be stored for long periods. There are also generators that can be switched between fuel options using a separate hose for them. These will cost more money though. Never run the ETQ Generator in a closed are when using any type of gas product. They produce dangerous fumes and can cause serious health problems and even death.

As generators run they need to be cooled. Most portable generators are air-cooled units. Generators made in the U.S.A. are made as air cooled 3600 RPM models. In some cases you may be able to get a 1800 RPM unit that is quieter and more efficient but you will lose mobility. It is also important to check who manufactured the engine. Make sure it is common brand so that parts will be easier to find.

Some final additional features to check out that will help with your ETQ Generator. Make sure necessary safety features like an automatic shut off is equipped. Quality generators will shut down if they lose oil pressure, overheat, or are being worked to hard. Portable generators need to have large fuel tanks for continues running. Also make sure they have enough plug ins for all your appliances.

ETQ Generators are quality products that work for you if you treat hem right. Don’t push them to the max and make sure they are ran every once in a while. Also make sure you are only using appliances that are a necessities. I hope this has helped you pick the correct ETQ Generator for your needs.

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