Short generator use
My manual says I should exercise the generator for at least 30 minutes monthly. Does this mean that whenever I use the generator I need to keep it running for at least 30 minutes? Does this mean that ...
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It's best to let it warm up for a minute or so before applying a heavy load, but beyond that short runs aren't particularly bad. Most of the wear (for any gas engine) happens during and soon after a cold start rather than during continuing operation once up to temperature. If you do a lot of short generator runs, it would be a reasonable idea to change the oil in it more frequently than otherwise.
(Not intending to open too big of a can of worms, but there are several good ways to make coffee that don't require using the generator....)
(Not intending to open too big of a can of worms, but there are several good ways to make coffee that don't require using the generator....)
