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GENERATORS | Our podcasts are all about generators. Our primary focus is on Home and Off-Grid power generation and includes discussions on picking the right size generator to the differences between them. We welcome your questions and do our best to answer them here on our website, blog posts, forums, and social media. Aurora Generators Inc. | Generators for Home, Off-Grid & Industrial Applications | http://www.AuroraGenerators.com | Info@AuroraGenerators.com
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Diesel Generators | Fuel Gelling
Preventing cold weather issues with diesel fuel. Before diesel fuel enters an engine, it passes through a filter to strain out impurities. This filter is an incredibly important part of your equipment, but it's also a prime target for cold weather to wreak havoc. This is because there's a naturally occurring substance in #2 diesel fuel called paraffin wax. Under normal conditions, this wax remains in liquid form, so it's harmless to your equipment. The problem occurs when cold temp...
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Generators | Can heating oil be used in diesel generators?
Welcome to another podcast, q and a, from, Aurora Generators! A question we often get asked by customers is, "can I use heating oil in my generator?" The quick answer is, "YES." Let me explain why. Home heating oil, and diesel fuel from a filling station, are the same #2 fuel oil. It is also the same fuel used by farm tractors, construction equipment, and other uses, including generators. So, calling it, heating oil is just naming,...
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Natural Gas & Propane vs Diesel Generators
In this episode, we will be discussing home generators. We are going to look at the differences between them.What makes one a better choice over another? There are a lot of misconceptions about natural gas, propane, and diesel-powered generators. We'll explain what they are and why you should choose one over another. Find out more by visiting www.AuroraGenerators.com
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Generators | Three Phase vs Single Phase Power
What is the difference between single and three-phase power? What type of generator do you need? How do they work and why choose one over the other. You can learn more about generators by visiting our website at www.AuroraGenerators.com
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Generators | Break-in period
Diesel Engine Break-In PeriodThe ultimate goal of a "break-in" period is to allow machined surfaces in the engine combustion chamber to conform to each other's shape. Break-in helps to create a tight seal essential to preventing the escape of unburned fuel and pressurized gases from entering the crankcase. It also prevents engine lube oil from getting into the combustion chamber.......Want to learn more? Visit www.AuroraGenerators.com
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Generators | Automatic Transfer Switches
In this episode, we will discuss Automatic Transfer Switches. What is an Automatic Transfer Switch? Do you really need one? What is the difference between them? How do they work? You can learn more by visiting AuroraGenerators.com