Cap Generator

Discussion in 'Grow Room Design/Setup' started by robertbfw, Jul 27, 2014.

  1. #1 robertbfw, Jul 27, 2014
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    First time poster here. I seem to be able to get most of my info from just searching and actually reading. 
    However I need some help and its very specific. 
     
    So I recently purchased a used CAP Gen1e generator that came with a propane quick connect hose with built in regulator. There was also no power supply. Also there was already a regulator already tied into the gas valve. 
     
    So no problem on the power supply. After some research I found that its just a 110V to 24V inline transformer with a cheap little plug. Since I'm in the HVAC business, go to the truck and grab a standard 24 trans and a furnace line plug. Ok install everything and test. I get spark. So since the propane hose fits directly on the other regulator thats on the back of the generator, I install and purge the line.
    It fires up after several tries.
     
    A couple things though. 
    What is the flame suppose to look like? It looked like a pretty wild flame with yellow. I checked the burner and it says 066. Is this the right burner? How would I know if it is set up for natural gas? Or for propane? Where can I find this info? Please any help. I want to start putting this bad boy to work.
     
    Thanks guys 
     

     
  2. thanks dawill.. 
    I have it already. Just was trying to see if anyone had one and possibly take a pic of the flame or check the markings on the burners.
     
  3. come on guys
     
  4. Do I need to post in a different section?  I see that there are plenty of views. Has nobody used a CO2 generator before?
     
  5. I don't use CO2, but when I did, I had a simple bag hanging in the tent. Sorry, I thought the manual would help. Have you tried YouTube for videos about it?
     
  6. You at high altitude?

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  7. I suspect you're at altitude greater than your unit is setup for.

    http://www.scvhydro.com/bwgs-generator-expansion-burner-high-altitude-6500-p-9992.html

    Install medium or high altitude burners as required for your location.

    The yellow flame indicates an incomplete combustion process due to air / fuel ratio. Carbon monoxide is a possibility. Always good to have a CO alarm in the area.

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  8. No I'm in Texas. No I switched over from being in a home with natural gas and am now having to use a propane tank.
    I've been wondering if the autopilot burners will work. The CAP brand is no more, I think they went out of business. 
     
  9. Propane needs a different regulator than natural gas.

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