With STA-BIL, how long can you keep gas in a gas can for use in a emergency gas generator
798780
I have no problem with a year I rotate mine every year with my lawn mower gas.
798781
I guess I am late on a reply. But I have been using for a while and has been stored for 6 months without issues (moderate conditions). I wouldn't want to store fuel for longer than 10 months anyway. When I get that long something is wrong. (Just dump in car and buy more gas). But using this during the winter in NJ works great!
798782
I have actually left gas in the generator tank (Generac 5500) for over a year with no problem. The generator has a gas shutoff valve, so I actually shut it off and run the supply line dry (takes about 5 minutes) prior to storing it in my shed for the next emergency event. This clears the carburetor and gas supply line. Hope this helps!
798783
hey John,I have been using this stuff for a while now. I haven';t had gas longer than 3 months in a container and it works fine. the label states that it keep fuel fresh for up to 1 year however I assume it;s the conditions that you keep the gas in.If you have the gas in crazy conditions( hot or cold) i doubt the gas will make it to a year. i would say 6 months is a safe bet.
798784
According to the label, up to 12 months. The nice thing about Pri-G (which I use now) is that you can retreat the gas each year. It will also restore old gas to usable condition I am told.
798785
This copied from the Sta-Bil web silte: STA-BIL® Fuel Stabilizer is America's top selling fuel stabilizer. Stored fuel can go bad in as little as 30-60 days causing gum, varnish and corrosion to build up in the fuel lines and engine. STA-BIL® Fuel Stabilizer keeps fuel fresh for up to 12 months during storage, eliminating the need to drain fuel. Ensures quick, easy starts after storage. Effective in all gasoline, including Ethanol blends.
798786
hey John, I have been using this stuff for a while now. I haven';t had gas longer than 3 months in a container and it works fine. the label states that it keep fuel fresh for up to 1 year however I assume it;s the conditions that you keep the gas in. If you have the gas in crazy conditions( hot or cold) i doubt the gas will make it to a year. i would say 6 months is a safe bet.
798787
I use it for this... I use a double dose for long term storage. Have stored 5 gallon cans for a year and been fine. I try to rotate my stored stock...use the oldest in mowers etc and then refill with Sta-Bil already loaded in can so I get best mix. Done for years works great.
1939807
15-20 seconds in 3 second intervals so you don't freeze the o rings. You can tell its full when no more green gas can be heard entering.
1502479
I ran the unit for 8 hours on 4 gallons of gas. the more amps you pull the more gas it uses. I ran a water heater witch pulled about the max the unit had and 4 gallons lasted 6 hours.
1438471
I have ran mine for 8 hours under a full load and kept filling the tank, while the generator ran. Has been a great little generator. Just want to run the generator out of fuel while shutting of the gas.
1587297
I have a gas range so I really can't answer your question. I suggest, however, that you contact T-fal and ask your question, Then, please publish their answer as I'm sure that other people want to know the same thing.
2160042
I have not had to use this yet in an emergency-the last hurricane fizzled out at sea-but filled it with regular gas (87 octane) as a test and it started on the second pull.
1777487
Add a gas stablilizer to the gas.....sea foam is a great additive ! Once a month stRt up the generator and plug something into it and let it run about 5 mins. You don't need to drain gas if you use a stabilizer .....if you don't, keep tank topped off.
1148961
It's not recommend . I was told by the company to use an Ethanol treatment in the gas. This generator you do not mix oil in the gas . That means it needs oil put in it .
414548
well ... i had that same question (my gas 'stunk' and was just over 8 months old) . ... so ... after i purchased my PRI Fuel Stablizer I chose to try out the manufacturers claims ... ... i believe the 'stablizer' can and did work at least for me) .. but, I only did a small amount at a time --- typically 3 to 4 gallons (i put the gasoline in a 'jerry can' and shook it up and let it sit over 24 hours (most of the time - about 30 hours = two 'over-nights') ... i tried it in one of my generators and the gas seemed to work quite well (the generator ran for some 60 plus hours (on and off - with periods of just over 5 to 6 hours of run time) - we were without power just over 8 days (due to wind and a snow storm) --- i cannot say how well it would work in my pick-up truck - but, if the need were there and/or an emergency/crisis situation was evident (we were reasonably prepared and did not have to go anywhere) ---- i would use it anyway .... hope this helps !!!!!!!!!
1691843
We just did this camping last weekend. Lasted 5-6 hours on 1.5 gallons of gas
2275311
I haven't run my generator more than a few minutes as it has only recently been received. I do remember seeing 4 1/2 hours at approx. 1/2 load with a 20 lb tank. I've stocked up with a few extra tanks and figure I'm all set as I'd probably run it for a few hours at a time to keep heat, hot water, and refrigerators available as needed. The fact that propane doesn't go bad was an influence in the decision to buy a LP powered generator.
1320129
It is if you store it for any length of time. I usually turn off the fuel valve and let it run out of gas.
223677
Yes you can but also there are many gas stabilizers in the market you can use to avoid the gum and long term storage.
1133140
Just use the felt pouch to pull the burner off, it will go out really quickly. Note that whatever fuel is still in the reservoir will probably evaporate before you use it again. But after some use you can get a good idea of how long a certain amount of fuel will last. It doesn't take much to run for several hours.
874635
I do not see why not. When the gas line is disconnected no gas remains in the lines. I am very satisfied with the reliability of this machine. There is only one drawback to this generator. It is a little more louder than most.
1113322
Yes. I checked with Gold Eagle, the makers of STA-BIL, and I quote them: "Q: Can I use STA-BIL Fuel Stabilizer in both 2-cycle (gas and oil mixture) and 4-cycle engines? What about the number of engine cylinders (1, 2, 4, 6 or 8 cylinders)? A: Yes, STA-BIL Fuel Stabilizer works equally well for both 2-cycle (gas and oil mixture) and 4-cycle engines. STA-BIL brand can be used in engines with any number of cylinders (e.g. 1, 2, 4, 6 or 8 cylinders). " I believe it does make my Honda-powered equipment start more easily.
1612935
About 4-6 hours. I usually only place a half bottle so that it burns out rather than leaving unspent fuel in the unit.