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Opistorincos:
A refrigerator in one shop, three desktop computers in another. An electric sewing machine in another.

A 2.5kva generator can carry those and even more more. If you calculate the amount you'll get the grinding machine!+cost of coil and other small equipment plus workmanship, I think buying a generator is cheaper. A generator will be more rugged, portable and easier to maintain too.

Opistorincos:
Good evening house. I saw a man using a grinding machine that was converted into a generator. According to him, the generator is powering 3 shops. I see the man almost everyday and I can attest to his claims. @gptech and other bosses. How do I go about this? I saw a grinding machine on jumia for 70k . It has 5.5hp and that's powerful.

Best bet na to ask the man the process na . Of course dem go need coil and some other things. Lastly, a 1.5kva generator can power 3 shops too, it depends on the total load. What do you think the load is like on those 3 shops?

Skinnygee1:
I didn't check the carton seal for the 16 digit number because I didn't know there was such

Bought it 135k,comes with key starter and tyre

At that price, it's certainly not original.

Skinnygee1:
Boss, just got this sumec 3000e2 before I stumbled on this thread and it's now looking fake to me because I saw a post on here stating that shinny engine is another way to know a fake gen and this one looks shinny, though I haven't used it yet

Abeg use senior man eye look am

Do what samoy said. How much did you buy it?

lapazi:
Any other ideas how to fix this?

Yes. Open the back cover of the phone, remove the battery connector, put it back, then turn on the phone. You can watch videos on YouTube for guide.

Habiodunz:
new to all these gen stuffs
how do I know the kva of my gen
it's hp is 3.8

You don't check kva with HP, check the power of the generator, starting and running, it's written somewhere on it. And, you are better off knowing the power in watts than in kva because you calculate your load in watts not in kva.

RepairZone:
1hp = 0.933 kVA
3.8hp = 0.933*3.8 = 3.5454KVA

With this your formula, it means the Sumec SPG3000E2 is approximately 6KVA . Don't know how you arrived at this, but it doesn't apply here.

Modified : you did a direct conversion from mechanical power in Hp to kva , it's not the case ooo. The mechanical power from the engine is not equal to the electrical power from the coil. The electrical power is much less.

lapazi:
Guys i got a redmi 9a for my younger one, but after a ba3 drain at 2% we are unable to power it back up even after plugging it to a power source, is this a major issue?

who has experienced this and how can i get it fixed.?

Plug to power, hold power button and volume up after charging a while.

Sportwin:
hello

Hi . If it's not inverter type, not advisable.

udosam:
Hello boss @Gptech,

I have this small generator. It was not starting after they serviced it, so they came back and said it was the plug terminal which they changed(he used the one in his bag) and it started and worked. But now it will be working and then off then when I will change the plug it will work for sometime and then after some say 10 hours working, it will off and if I change plug it will work again (this is the plug that was in it before o)

Is it possible that the gen is killing the plug because I have 3 plugs now and when I change to any of them, the gen will start but off after doing plenty shakara.

Pls what could be the issue, might it be the same terminal? I am thinking of buying a new terminal since the one he used to change was old.

Pls help!!!

Get another engineer to service it well.

jamesope04:
I have an Elepaq 2.5kva that runs 5hrs on 3 litres fuel and i have another Tec Hustler (digital voltmeter) 3.75kva that runs for 2hrs on same 3 litres. Elepaq powers only 1000watts dry iron while Tec powers 2200watts steam generating iron + two energy saving bulbs. I felt the Tec fuel consumption is on the higher side.


Gurus in the house, what can i do to reduce Tec's fuel consumption?

Its not too high. The Tec is bigger than the Elepaq, so it will naturally consume more. The main difference is in the power of the pressing iron, to compare, use the 1000W iron on the Tec, you'll notice a huge difference in consumption.

sajmark:
the said thermocool go live up to expectations?
thanks for your prompt input.

Yes of course.

sajmark:
Boss I dey market now like this, I intend buying tiger (I pass my neighbour gen) but I do see people in this thread talk about thermocool so I saw one Junior 1500w for 85k that's double the tiger generator's amount, what's your advice boss.
I need something to power a TV, fan and decoder/DVD with charging phones...

Buy Thermocool, you can't see an original Tiger again. Buy only from Thermocool showrooms.

sbot:
Dear masters,

Kindly help make some decisions on these attached pictures.

Not sure of what the differences are.

There are two(2) 3.0kva firman and the one with the handle is 3.1.

The. Senci is a 3.5kva.

All my devices are inverter based; 1.5 A/C, washing machine and a fridge. Microwave at times. Not all would be used at same time definitely.

Kindly also help decide which of the 3.0 is the better.

Thanks for all you do.

Don't be confused because of kva, for the Firman generators, assuming all are original, the second pics is the most powerful.

MistaMann:
Alright.

Do you know the price range and
Is there a way I can differentiate original from fake i.e if fake is available in the market. Where I am there is no thermacool store

Buy from Thermocool showrooms, price should be around 80k plus.

MistaMann:
@ Gptech Please how long should 1 liter last on I pass my neighbor generator?

I've never timed it to know if mine consume too much. I bought #700 fuel+ #200 engine oil, combined 4.3 liters.
It lasted for 7.5 hours only.

And please what type of Gen would I need to power
93 liter fridge(size after bedside), 32inch TV, standing fan,sound bar, PS, decoder and 3 light bulb?

I'll be happy if you can recommend brand, KVA, budget and fuel consumption I should be expecting. Low noise also.

1 litre should last around 2.5 to around 3 hours depending on the load.
I recommend Thermocool TEC junior, fuel consumption is around what is stated above, but it's loud.

Wizdeen:
Hello GP,

My mechanic advised me to ring the engine of my Thermocool BOBO, but my friend said its best i buy half engine for a lasting solution.

The generator works fine, fuel consumption is optimal but it uses up engine oil.

What do you think is best?

And where is thermocool service center located on the mainland?

Your friend is right. You should call their customer care line for the service center closest to you

winningman:
Hello bros,

I'm planning to replace the avr of my thermocool junior max 1500 ms and I will like to know if there is a particupar one in the market that I should buy that is original.

Do you think it is something I may be able to fix myself or I'll need to contact a technician?

Check YouTube, you'll know if it's something you can fix.

Shady355:
good day everyone . How much will cost me to buy half engine thermocool hustler max 3kw generator. Its urgent. Thanks

You should go to their service center to inquire.

jbutney:
Guys.. who's using foaud WhatsApp on their RN10 pro? If I want to install it says "there was a problem while parsing the package".
I've tried both latest and an older version. It still says same thing.
If anyone has successfully installed, tell me what u did.
Normal WhatsApp is so boring

Download yourself don't send through Xender or any other means.

WHITELIGHTER:
Oh, that's good to know...I was thinking something around 2KVA

2Kva is actually an over kill for your load. Well, since you are expanding, it's wise to get the bigger generator because you might need it sooner than expected, and price is not friendly in 9ja as time progresses.

WHITELIGHTER:
Thanks. Tec Junior is 1.25KVA, will it be able to carry all the listed items without stress?

Of course, unless those other small extras you talked about are power hungry.

nonny1212:
Tec Junior? Laptop dey draw current well well. And he is using 2. and othr appliances. BOBO max will be better

Laptop? Laptop nr get power nau. By the way, a friend owns a bet shop and has 4 laptops, two tvs, 32 and 24 Inch and two monitors. He uses an SPG 1800.

WHITELIGHTER:
Please which generator product can I buy for my betshop, that's fuel efficient, not noisy and cost effective? I'm expanding and I need one that can comfortably carry 2(32inches), 3(22inches), 2laptops, 3 booking points, PS4/DSTV, 2 ceiling fans and other few extras.

Thank You

Tec junior, it's not quiet sha.

Kingsdave:
Thanks..... I w. . What's the difference between SPG2900 or Firman SPG3000 is there difference in Kv or what... I see spg 2900 in red or yellow tank...

SPG 3000 is 2500W while the SPG 2900 is 2000W.

Benard5050:
The one they are selling for #2000 for 1 litre.

I think it's 20W-50, if that's what's written on the can, you can use it.

goodnewscliff:
Is it safe to use a 2000va wall stabilizer on a 3.5kva generator?? Plz i need Sincere answers

Its safe according to the professor, you can check the first 3 pages of this thread for confirmation.

fineyemi:
2 month ago. Will change it today. Changing of the plug didn't work

Change oil and try again.

sbot:
Bless your heart Sir.

Unrelated: any idea the size of an inverter that can power an inverter fridge, please?

No idea sir.

ibawon:
Baba Thermocool we dey beg am to off
He no dey chop fuel

Tec junior right?

sbot:
Professors,

please what generating set do I need to power 1.5 inverter LG AC, inverter fridge?

Also, any idea on the cost, ratings, and others?

Appreciate you.

Will advise Sumec and Thermocool from 3000W. Should budget from around 180k.

Benard5050:
Pls can I use A-Z oil in my Sumec Firman SPG3000E2

What's the weight of the oil? That's the most important factor.