On Fri, 19 Dec 2008 15:35:05 -0500, Jim Elbrecht wrote:
Most folks I know who have emergency generators run them once a month
or so.

I just got one [lost power for a week last week] and note that the
manual says once a *week*. [Briggs and Stratton 5500 watt Storm
Responder]

That sure sounds excessive. Do they think the motor is a real piece
of ****?


That seems like a CYA suggestion. I run Stabil in my gas and will
probably go for once a month under load. What is a good load? An
electric space heater that draws a constant 1500watts or so? Power
tools that draw a surge?

Just starting it is probably enough. Once a month w/ a load sounds
fine.