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    why generators are terrified of solar

    Why generators are terrified of solar - reneweconomy.com.au : Renew Economy Germany seems to have it sussed!
  2. R

    generators

    Does anyone have any experience of testing when generators are involved? All ZS readings come out too high for RCBO's that protect the circuits! any help or advice would be greatly received.
  3. M

    Gas generators

    Hi Everybody, My employers are telling me that as part of my job I have to service gas generators. The genny's are bottle fed, and i am expected to change spark plugs, filters, oil, and GAS HOSES. Can they make me do this without formal training ie. gas safe, acops or whatever. Seems to me...
  4. P

    connection of pv onto system with diesel standby generators

    I was hoping someone could help with the following query.... Is there any additional protection that has to be incorporated if you connect PV onto an electrical system with a standby generator connected. The DNO has advised that an additional G59 relay panel is not required at it is under 50kW...
  5. C

    Wiring Matters - Generators article

    The generator earthing article mentions connecting the earth points of generators together if they are supplying equipment used in close proximity. I just wondered if this is also relevant to the 110V isolating transformers we use on site. [/geek mode] :cheesy:
  6. S

    motors book or information

    I am after a book that will purely be on motors and generators, basically for revision that will describe the different types and what they could be used for, single, 3 phase etc, does anyone know of anything available? thanks in advance.
  7. J

    Seeking some electrical help (Petrol Generators)

    Okay so I'm not an electrician and I would call an electrician but don't think asking for advice about a generator would help them in any way. So I thought maybe a forum would be a better option and hope that some people can help me... I run a mobile catering business that has around 5KW...
  8. G

    Generators

    Hi, As part of my college project I need to size and choose a suitable generator unit for my building(supermarket). Does anyone know of a good company that supplies Generators and where i could get information about this. Cheers
  9. P

    Standby Generators again!

    Evening All. Almost clear on connecting the genny to the house! When connecting the genny it is recommended to link the neutral to earth in the socket of the connecting cable. Why? Is there any reason why the neutral to earth link shouldn't be at the back of the fixed plug on the box housing the...
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    earthing systems with standby generators

    i have a 230v system connected to a tncs earthing arrangement and have been asked to connect a standby generator,i believe the generator should be connected to a tt earthing arrangement so how should i go about connecting the 2 two different earthing systems together the boss has said just...
  11. T

    Portable generators

    I contacted a guy selling a generator on ebay to tell him it was not as specified. He was claiming it was a 6.5kva when it wasn't. He suggested I inform other people by putting the info on a forum site, so here goes. There are a lot of Chinese made generators being marked up as 6.5kva when...
  12. C

    Back Up Generators and PV?

    Completed a quote for PV installation on a farm, problem is there is an Automatic Back Up Generator that kicks in if the Grid fails, concern is: If the Grid fails and the Generator kicks in and is supplying the house with power at say 1kw, the PV is say Generating 4kw where does the other 3kw...
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    Imbalance Current in Paralled Generators

    Hi, I've 3 set generators and 2 set need to run parallel everyday. Today I facing a problems where the current canot be balanced when I shared the loads to 2 generators. Is it due to problems on the AVR card?:D
  14. P

    Wind Generators

    I'm I timed served electrical technician and site manager looking for a new direction anyone know what courses are there to become a certified small scale (50kw or less) wind generator installer
  15. L

    Generators....

    Need a bit of help guys! Does anybody have any idea what sort of equipment is required to protect and monitor a generator against; Loss of excitation Overvoltage Unbalanced current operation Any help would be greatly appreciated! Many thanks
  16. C

    Motors and Generators

    Could anyone tell me where I might find a reference or guide for trouble shooting AC and DC motors and generators.I'm looking for some type of checklist. Someone told me that years ago they saw one that listed the most likely problem" if the motor is doing this, then these would be the most...

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