wa8yxm wrote:
One thing about HONDA brand inverter generators.... There is an option you can get for the Gasoline models called an "extended run fuel tank"
let's say you have two (or 3) of these tanks and you need to run the genny days on end.
Fill tanks on Genny.. Fill extended run tanks (2) and attach
When the first Ext tank runs dry Fill 3rd tank and swap out. Refill the empty one and swap it out for the 2nd tank,, Now every so many hours you can repeat that procedure and you are NEVER POURING GASOLINE INTO A HOT GENERATOR only into the extended run tank at a safe distance.
As far as I know this feature is UNIQUE to Hondas Because they have a genuine fuel pump that can "pull" the gas out of the extended run tank.. I have seen several ideas of how to do this with other makes, All were dangerous and most would not work.
This Guy sells a modified Champion 3100watt Inverter with extended run capabilities. Very professionally done, looks factory. Adds a vacuum operated fuel pump, and quick disconnects. I purchased it, and its a great addition. The extended run kit for this generator is also available as a self-install kit. I now use a 6 gallon outboard motor tank, or optionally can still use the built-in tank for shorter uses.