How much propane should a generator use?
I have a 1990 class A with a cummins diesel engine and a propane generator. I have only filled the propane up twice on the thing. I think it took about 20 gal. to fill. I am in AZ with really hot wea...
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Pepperoni wrote:
If your stovetop still lights, you are not out of propane. Your propane tank should have a visible level indicator, too.
If you have propane, the genset may have shut down due to low oil level.
Frequent oil level checks is a good habit.
You may have found the number one complaint with propane gensets.
Inconvenience of short tank life. It may be cheaper to stay in campgrounds with electric service.
I have a 25 gal propane tank for the generator, and 35 gal for the appliances.
