Diesel Generators- Uses and Safety Tips

Posted by Rohil Sharma
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Nov 21, 2013
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A diesel generator can be defined as the combination of diesel engine with an electric generator to generator energy. These are a reliable source of power generation in the absence of electricity. These generators are also used at the places where there is no source of getting power. Diesel fuel is less flammable than gasoline that is used to serve the same purpose. They often require less maintenance than gas generators. Different industries require different types of generators. The main advantage of this machine is its portability.



With the rise in demand of electricity and shortage in its supply, use of diesel generators has increased. Let us have a look over its uses:

Construction Industry

Construction industry makes the best use of generators. That is because a construction has to be done on different location and one can’t give surety that the particular place will be equipped with required power resources or not. But with a generator, it is possible to get power supply at any place.

Hospitals

Hospitals require 24 hour electricity to run the equipments and machine that may be used anytime in a day. Shortage of power supply may halt the entire operation; but a diesel generator fulfills this requirement efficiently.

Transportation Hubs

Machines at the transportation hubs (railway stations, bus terminals, airports) work with electricity. A half hour cut in electricity can affect the entire system. Generators make this system operate smoothly.

Production units

Different production units produce bulk products and this manufacturing would grind to a halt in case of a power outage. Generators can provide enough electricity to power industrial equipments.

In addition to aforementioned, generators are also used in data centers, mining industries, and also for household use.  

Before using the generators, you should be aware of below mentioned safety tips:

Reading the instruction manual

Before working with your diesel generator, it is better to read the instruction manual that comes along with it. It may seem daunting but is a crucial task. In case, you are hiring a generator, your rental company should provide you all the necessary details that would help in its operating.

Storage

Generators should never be kept indoors. That is because they emit carbon monoxide fumes that can not only cause serious health issues but may lead to death. They should be kept outdoors where the fumes can escape but it should be covered with a roof to protect it from bad weather.  In addition, pets, children should be kept away from the generators.

Timely inspection

If you have a generator then it is necessary to check it regularly for its smooth functioning. Regular servicing and maintenance should be done to avoid any type of problem in its functioning.

Refueling the generator

Occasions like wedding or when the power cuts off for entire day, it is worth ensuring someone responsible is always on hand to refuel a generator when it starts running low. That is because generator gets hot after running for several hours. Before refueling ensure that the generator is completely off.

So, use the generator carefully to protect you and people around you.

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