During a winter storm, a generator can help give your home or business power if electricity has been knocked out. But people ...

The best practice is to plug appliances and electronics directly into the generator. If you must use an extension cord, make ...

When using generators in severe weather, safety is crucial to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, electrocution, and fire. Here are important tips to keep in mind.

Emergency equipment like portable generators are a helpful tool to have ready in case of an emergency event or power outage. However, they can be hazardous if not used correctly. Follow these safety ...

When the power fails, you expect your generator to hum steadily in the background, not to spend the night tripping breakers ...

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Details are still up in the air, but forecasters feel certain we're facing a significant winter storm this weekend. How prepared do you need to be?

Generators rely on fuel like gasoline, propane, or natural gas, and their engines need regular maintenance, such as oil changes and air filter replacement. While they are a more eco-friendly solution ...

Solar generators are generally considered safer since they don't require flammable fuels, eliminating risks such as fuel leaks or harmful emissions. However, improper charging can still lead to ...

Briggs & Stratton recalled about 3,000 replacement fuel caps for its portable generators. The caps, manufactured by Kelch, a division of Bemis Manufacturing, have a built-in fuel gauge and were sold ...

We are talking about generators here because successive governments in Nigeria has found beyond their ability to provide Nigerians with the much needed power. We all know that energy enhances the ...