John Nagelson wrote:
Hello, I am considering taking a house 'off grid', and would be
grateful for help with some of the following questions:

1) how easy is it to run an generator fuelled by PARAFFIN(known in the
US as 'kerosene', i.e. '28sec', the type of oil used in most oil-
powered domestic heating systems in the UK)?

2) how easy is it to get hold of, and run, a generator fuelled by
SOLID FUEL, e.g. coal or wood or both?

3) how easy is it to run a generator fuelled by DIESEL? And surely if
you do, you don't have to pay petrol-station prices? Is there a legal
way to avoid paying the excise?

Here you go, off the shelf:

http://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/ca...ven-generators
£5k
This heavy duty, diesel engine powered generator provides either main or
emergency back up power for domestic, commercial and industrial
premises. Robust construction, rugged yet technologically superior
components and a Lister engine ensures dependability and years of
reliable service.

* 16.8kVA output at 230v single phase
* Lister 4-stroke air cooled diesel engine
* Heavy duty self regulating brushless alternators (1500rpm, 50Hz)
* 12 volt, key switch electric start
* Alternator mounted control panel with ammeter, voltmeter &
overload circuit breaker
* Mounted on heavy gauge iron base
* Standard accessories include engine mounted fuel tank, silencer,
battery





4) what about running an oil-fuelled generator on cheapo COOKING OIL?
Is this practicable? Is it legal?

Cheers,

john