Switch the choke lever from start to run as soon as the engine begins to run using gasoline. Also, choke usually isn't even needed on propane or NG and more cranking time is usually needed before the engine will fire up as propane and NG have less burning btu's than gasoline hence the reduced wattage available using these fuels. This has been my experience. Thanks for the video.
My unit would not start on Propane. I called Firman and after a lot of trying they said try choke only half way. It started right up. Full choke for propane doesn't work at all.
@asbcasbc same here! I had the choke on and couldn't get it started at all. After wasting several minutes and nearly killing the battery, I remembered seeing somewhere that you didn't need the choke on for propane. I shut the choke off and it instantly fired up.
@@ediepatterson5715 Hello. Was thinking of getting this newest model, have the jitters a bit but so far still no regrets for your purchase of this one? I know I can run it back Costco just checking with folks to make sure they still like their purchase of this model. Also I’ve seen guys put mufflers on end to quit them down a bit.
Its a good generator. All gas powered machines have the same starting procedure. Choke is only really needed at cold start up. After that the choke should be adjusted to match the engine running speed. Eventually the engine will be warm enough to where the choke is not needed. I have this generator and its great for the price and voltage it supplies. Only negative is the 90DB loudeness, but I bought a mufler silencer and extension kit.
the choke is to put more air ratio to fuel liquid. It should not work with liquid propane that is already actually gas that need oxygen to burn. so if you use the choke it does not have enough oxygen.
Thank you for explaining that. I didn’t think you would need a choke for lp but I don’t have that knowledge of how it works so I followed the instructions. I wonder if they overlooked that when printing the instructions because I have no idea why it would say to use the choke.
Not exactly. The choke doesn't increase air, it restricts air. This creates a vacuum condition in the carb causing fuel to be drawn into the intake. That is why when he failed to open the choke while starting on gas, it was smoking because it was running really rich and couldn't breathe properly.. Maybe that's what you meant but you said it exactly backwards.
After the initial oil change from Firman oil, I am using Valvoline 5W-30 Restore and Protect. What are you using? AI also called Firman when my generator wouldn't start on natural gas, and they advised me to use gasoline for the initial startup.
Pro Tip = if you overfill the oil, drain some out. I saw blue smoke coming out when you were having a hard time stating and it is not good for longevity to run with oil over full.
BJs wholesale has the Firman tri fuel 10,000 watt T08071 on sale for $1034. That’s the one I have. Had it for almost 3 years now runs real good. This model you have has a THD of 25% at full load where as the T08071 model has a THD of 11 to 14% at full load.
For those who don't know what he's meaning...THD is total harmonic distortion. Which he's basically saying the model he got from BJ's has cleaner power under load. Cleaner power means it's more consistent with voltage and signal. By signal it's a clean 60hz sine wave. Keep me honest folks and correct me if I've said anything wrong here.
@@GeneralLee0178 10/4. Have you used that generator to power your house? Electronics like TVs, stereo amps, computers, etc? Seeing information suggesting the THD value of these generators are a bit higher than what you want for things like that.
I have tested It. I have my house hooked up with a Double poll 50amp breaker and an inlet box. I was able to run the tvs and stuff like that with no harm the computers where still plugged in. Haven't really had a chance to put through a good run. Seemes like since I bought the darn thing power stays on now.
If you can in your location try to run non ethanol fuel at the pump. If you cannot get it when you're done with your trip or whenever you use it siphon the ethanol fuel out of it and run it as dry as possible when you put it into storage more than a couple weeks. You can buy non ethanol fuel at home Depot or Lowe's, but it's kind of pricey if it's not available at the pump in your area. Also, the choke is only for when the engine's cold.
I heard from the previous model watching them guys were saying sometimes they were putting the choke inbetween somehow when doing propane but not sure how switch works on this one and haven’t looked at this model yet. Interesting though but doesn’t seem me you would need choke for LP or natural gas but you do need to give the gas TIME to get through hose etc just like any other propane type heater like the Mr Buddy heater gizmo etc.
I appreciate your video. I have your same model and would like to purchase a magnetic dip stick. but I need to know the part number first. Internet search and owner’s manual doesn’t have it. Do you happen to know where I could find that? Thanks.
@@larrybobnewman nice to hear. Is it still running without hiccups or if you could would you say you would maybe buy something else next time. Thanks and appreciate your video and taking time to share I know it’s know easy task takes me for the kind I produce sometimes up to a year with hydroponics.
I really think that now everyone should have a generator 😢 It’s just a terrible time in America 🇺🇸 It’s been a horrible tornado season so far and the ocean is coming next month 😢 Folks don’t depend on the government and others when it’s your place to be prepared for the worst weather and world events
@@chalemi6909 Hondas can be converted to LP and NG but tbh, it sounds like a pain in the ass. I guess for the price here, it's a decent generator as long as it works as advertised. I have Wen dual fuel and used to own a Westinghouse, all decent units. Wen being the most economical but still good
