In this project, we will be building a gasification system that can produce wood gas for multiple purposes, such as running a generator, a cooking stove, and lanterns. The system is designed to … Read more
It’s important to use the right type of gasoline in a zero-turn. Using the wrong gas will not only cause performance and running problems, but it may also void manufacturer warranties. Big Dog zero turn mowers require unleaded gasoline with a minimum 87 octane rating and no more than 10% ethanol content. Running the wrong …
Honda string trimmers on the market today use 4-cycle engines. These types of engines have separate fill ports for gas and oil. Unlike string trimmers with 2-cycle engines, gas and oil are NOT MIXED for these types of engines. Old gas is often the root cause of a starting or running problem. Purchasing the right …
You aren’t able to keep your string trimmer running unless you engage the choke. A Honda string trimmer only runs with the choke on when the engine is getting too much air or too little fuel. This may be the result of a fuel restriction due to a dirty carburetor, plugged fuel filter, clogged fuel …
Natural gas is a very popular fuel source, and many homes will use natural gas along with its widespread use in industry. The main reason for its popularity is that it burns relatively cleanly and …
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You smell gas coming from your generator most likely indicating you have a fuel leak. I have listed the most common places for a leak to develop because it can be hard to find a leak especially if any signs of the leak have already evaporated. A Pulsar generator may begin leaking gas from the …
If you have to use the choke to keep your edger running, chances are you aren’t getting good power and performance. An ECHO edger may only run with the choke on when the engine is getting too much air or not enough fuel. This may be caused by old gas, a punctured fuel line, a …
Many problems that develop in a Hustler mower are from using the wrong type of gas. It’s not only important to use the right gas, but it’s also important to use it while it’s fresh. Gas-powered Hustler mowers use unleaded gasoline with a minimum 87-octane rating and maximum 10% ethanol content. This article addresses mowers …
You know you have a fuel leak when you see a puddle of gas or smell strong gas fumes coming from your generator. I’ve listed the items to check to help you find the location of the leak. A Champion generator may begin leaking gas from the carburetor due to a worn carburetor bowl gasket …
Your generator is typically your only source of power when you need it. I’ve put together a list of items to check when you run into a problem with your generator shutting off. A Predator generator starts then dies due to an empty fuel tank, plugged fuel filter, dirty carburetor, clogged fuel line, bad gas …