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Atlantic Power Solutions List of Things
to Consider
when Choosing a Generator...
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Start up load
- Number of motors
- SKVA code on motors
- Type of house: conventional or tunnel
- Type of controller: staged loaded versus single step
- Mechanical thermostats
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Continuous run load
- more than 30%
- less than 80%
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24 hour Emergency Service
- In stock parts
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Engine choice
- View
Engine
Specifications
- HP rating per kW
- Cost of repair parts and availability
- Cost of servicing
- Cold weather starting
- Has unit been loaded, banked and tested
- EPA issues – emissions
- Water cooled versus air cooled
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Warranty
- Length of time
- Materials covered
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Experience and reputation of
supplier
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EGSA member (Electrical
Generating Systems Association)
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Formulas
1KW = 1,000 Watts
Watts = Volts = Amps
Example 100KW = 100,000 watts : 240 watts = 416 amps
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