2020 Fall Home Improvement

2020 FALL HOME IMPROVEMENT Lincoln Daily News September 24, 2020 Page 19 n The utility natural gas meter is too small for the connected appliance load. n Inadequate LP/propane and natural gas pressure. n Improperly sized LP/propane and natural gas piping. n Failing to meet or exceed the manufacturer’s minimum engine start battery sizing recommendations. n Improper placement of the generator with minimum clearance not followed. n Not understanding the importance of having the back-up generator level. n Failing to install seasonal maintainers such as battery, oil and coolant warmers. n Improper and/or potentially hazardous workmanship. n Improper programming of the controller and/or transfer switch settings. n Failing to properly size the generator based on starting and running loads with intermittent use factor applied. n Overloading the generator. n Misunderstanding the generator rating, running watts, starting watts, voltage, frequency, regulation and standby prime power ratings and fuel type de-rating specifications. n Dangerous or improper wiring methods. n Choosing the wrong manual or automatic transfer switch. n Improper grounding. n Operating a generator in a manner that could lead to asphyxiation from carbon monoxide. n Overheating due to impeded or inadequate cooling ventilation n Failing to perform timely maintenance in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations. Continued n