Do Generators Need to be Re-Jetted at High Altitude
Question:
We camp most of the time in colo, at 7500 and 9300 feet of altitude, the generator we have now will not run ac or microwave, will we need to rejet we live at 3,450 ft wont use much at home, the generator we have now is 3500 start up 3000 constant the altitude really makes a difference. Thank you
asked by: Harvey F
Helpful Expert Reply:
According to my contact at Firman Power Equipment, it's recommended that the generator be re-jetted if it will be consistently used at elevations greater than 8000 feet. Elevation and temperature have a large influence on the actual output of a generator.
In the owner's manual, Firman lists the part numbers for the re-jet kit that can be ordered directly from them. The kits include instructions. My contact tells me that switching out the jets isnt' too difficult, and that a person with average mechanical skills should be able to do it.
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Firman 10,000-Watt Portable Generator - 8,000 Running Watts - Propane or Gas - Electric Start
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- 10000 Starting Watts
- 120 Volt Output
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