THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT RV GENERATORS
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<strong>THINGS</strong> <strong>YOU</strong> <strong>NEED</strong> <strong>TO</strong> <strong>KNOW</strong> <strong>ABOUT</strong> <strong>RV</strong> GENERA<strong>TO</strong>RS<br />
The generator is one of the critical items you will need to invest in for your recreational vehicle.<br />
Without it, you could be draining your car battery much faster than you should. You could use solar<br />
panels, too, but for more convenience, you will need to consider having a high-quality <strong>RV</strong> generator to<br />
run your appliances and devices while you are camping or on-the-go. There may be a lot of <strong>RV</strong><br />
generators today, but there are things you should know about them to make sure that you can<br />
purchase the right product:<br />
• How you will use it – <strong>RV</strong> generators are typically used as a direct power source for the AC<br />
outlets where small household appliances are plugged, like the toaster, microwave, coffee<br />
maker, and hair dryer. In some cases, they can be used to recharge the vehicle’s battery bank,<br />
but this is not really recommended as this would keep the generator running for hours.<br />
• There are different types of <strong>RV</strong> generators – They are classified according to the type of fuel or<br />
power source that is used to run them. If you are buying a replacement generator, consider<br />
getting a unit with the same fuel type as your old one. Likewise, consider the fuel that runs<br />
your <strong>RV</strong>. For instance, if the <strong>RV</strong> runs on diesel, then it makes sense to pick a generator that runs<br />
on the same fuel to avoid any complications.<br />
• Diesel can be a good choice if you need more power for your vehicle and appliances, and you<br />
want to increase your safety as you travel, since it is safer to store (it will not explode) and<br />
burns cleaner. If you go for a diesel <strong>RV</strong> generator, consider a unit that has noise dampening<br />
systems to minimise their noise and vibration while running. Liquid propane and gasoline are<br />
two of the other options in <strong>RV</strong> generators, the former being a better choice if you want an<br />
environmentally friendly fuel, despite having a power output that is lesser than gas and diesel.<br />
• The size – The right size of <strong>RV</strong> generator will depend on the wattage of your air conditioning<br />
system, as this will be the appliance that will require most of its power. Take note of the<br />
starting wattage rather than the running wattage, as air-conditioners generate a surge of<br />
power when started. So, for instance, if your A/C’s wattage ranges from 2500-2800W, a 3000W<br />
generator should suffice.
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