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--- electrical:generator [2023/09/23 13:20]
frater_secessus [inverter generators]
+++ electrical:generator [2023/09/23 13:22]
frater_secessus [cooling]
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 ===== cooling =====
-Most portable generators used by 'dwellers are air-cooled;  they use forced air across the engine and "power head"((alternator)) to cool them.  For this reason the intake and exhaust vents must be unblocked, and the exterior panels must be on during operation for proper routing of airflow.
+Most portable generators used by 'dwellers are air-cooled;  they use forced air across the engine and "power head"((alternator)) to cool them.  For this reason the intake and exhaust vents must be unblocked, and the exterior panels must be on during operation for proper routing of airflow. Gens mounted in confined spaces (as in dedicated RV compartments) can [[https://www.irv2.com/forums/f54/overheating-onan-623825.html|present special cooling challenges]].
 The generator should be placed in shade((like under a tree)) when possible to keep it from heating up further from direct sun.

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