Re:Generators
Derek Juntunen (djunt(AT)mtu.edu)
Wed, 4 Jun 1997 19:15:09 -0400
>Hello Everyone!
>
>My husband and I recently received a letter from our power company. They said
>that this summer the risk of power outages is greater than usual. ( I live in
>Connecticut and a couple of our neuclear power stations have been shut down
>due to poor conditions). They said they would try to notify us if voltage
>reduction or power interruptions were likely. They encouraged us to have an
>alternate source of electric power for when these situations occur. My vent
>only has a one hour back up battery. It's an LP6. How many of you have
>generators at home for these types of situations? What kind are they? How
>many watts are they? Is this something that an insurance company would pay
>for all or in part? I would need one that is quiet so I wouldn't disturb the
>neighbors. I know they are costly $400.00 +.... I would greatly appreciate
>feed back on this as summer is right around the corner.
Backup 12-volt batteries are suitable, but a generator is worthwhile too.
I have one that powers most of the outlets in my room, so my vent and
suction machine work right away. I'm afraid I don't know the specs,
though.
Derek