We do a lot of generators here on Tools in Action, but this is our first alternative fuel source unit. The Powermate PM0135500 is powered by liquid propane. Yes the same 20 or 30 lb tanks that you use for your BBQ and heaters will now power your generator. Advantages to this are huge as there is no gasoline to go bad and foul up your carburetor. It is always ready to start. just lock down a tank on the top and it is ready to go. The average homeowner generally has a 20lb propane tank on hand.
Propane can be stored indefinitely and there is no messy gas spills to deal with. In a power outage or severe weather event propane would be more readily available than gasoline in my opinion. Other than running on propane the PM0135500 runs and sounds just like any gasoline generator. You also have to run it outside and never run this unit indoors. It provides 6 hrs of runtime at 50% on a 20lb tank. Maximum starting watts is 6875 and the running watts is 5500. Pretty much enough to keep an average sized home powered. The frame is stout and it has run free flat tires to tackle any terrain.
The front panel is easy to access and has 4 X 120V and 2 240V outlets. The unit has an electric key start and comes with a 12v battery. It also has a meter on the front that shows frequency, tracks maintenance and hours. In case of a low oil condition the unit will shut down to save the motor. The only downside to a propane generator is that it has a premium cost compared to a gas version of the same wattage. I feel benefits outweigh the cost, this is a great unit to have on hand to be prepared for a disaster. This unit is covered by a 2 year warranty. Check out PM0135500 Powermate.
Great idea using propane instead of gas.
cool might be my next generator..using little yamaha generator now…need more watts for power
outs at house.nice storm shot Dan.like the shirt to, Stihl …back in truck…don,t let storm soak you.
keep great videos coming Guys.toolpro,,, luvin it.tks for all u do.
Thanks Rick!
I love that this unit runs on propane. As of right now, we have a gas operated unit that acts a power source for our three sump pumps (we live on the edge of a flood plain) incase of an outage and we keep it fully fueled at all times. We keep it fully fueled at all times so that we don’t have to screw around with gas when the moment a raises. I know, you’re probably wondering why I don’t just keep the tank empty until I need it. Well my response to this is the following, try thinking straight when your house is flooding and all of your stuff is getting ruined.
Always, propane is a great way to go and I would recommend it to anyone that is in the market. If we were not actually having a whole home unit installed sometime soon, I would be purchasing this generator for our home. Just remember, things happen and it’s great having the right tools when crap hits the fan. Think of it like insurance.