Important Notice: Our web hosting provider recently started charging us for additional visits, which was unexpected. In response, we're seeking donations. Depending on the situation, we may explore different monetization options for our Community and Expert Contributors. It's crucial to provide more returns for their expertise and offer more Expert Validated Answers or AI Validated Answers. Learn more about our hosting issue here.

How long will a generator run on a tank of fuel?

April 26, 2017FUEL generator run tank

0

Posted

How long will a generator run on a tank of fuel?

4 Answers

0

Posted

This depends on the size of the tank and amount of load on the generator. Higher loads require more fuel. A conservative rule of thumb is 1 gallon of fuel per hour for a 5,000 watt generator. Propane fueled portables use a slightly larger amount of fuel than their gasoline counterparts.

0

Posted

. The generator should be shut down and inspected daily or when refueling. If long periods of no load or light load operation are expected (such as during the night when everyone is sleeping), the generator could be shut down to extend the useful life of the generator and reduce fuel costs.

0

Posted

This depends on the size of the tank and amount of load on the generator. Higher loads require more fuel. A 6000E portable will run for 9 hours at rated load, a 5000E portable will run for 11 hours at rated load, and a 4000E will run for 13 hours at rated load. Many users average 10 15 hours on a 6000E under normal usage. A conservative rule of thumb is 1 gallon of fuel per hour for a 5,000 watt generator. Propane fueled portables use a slightly larger amount of fuel than their gasoline counterparts.

0

Posted

The amount of time that a generator will run on a tank of fuel depends on the size of the tank, the amount of time in which the generator is in use and the load that the generator has to fulfill. All Sunbeam DG sets are designed to run for at least eight hours at their full rated load.