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re: Using portable AC units during long power outages (Laura experiences?)
Posted on 3/2/21 at 9:51 am to ABucks11
Posted on 3/2/21 at 9:51 am to ABucks11
Using portable AC units during long power outages (Laura experiences?)
I have two 5000 btu units - one for the MBR and another for Family room.
They are powered via extension cords to 5000 w generator.
The one in the MBR will freeze you out. The other will keep us comfortable, but not as cool. It will keep the humidity down though.
I have two 5000 btu units - one for the MBR and another for Family room.
They are powered via extension cords to 5000 w generator.
The one in the MBR will freeze you out. The other will keep us comfortable, but not as cool. It will keep the humidity down though.
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Posted on 3/2/21 at 4:01 pm to DoctorO
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I have two 5000 btu units - one for the MBR and another for Family room.
They are powered via extension cords to 5000 w generator.
The one in the MBR will freeze you out. The other will keep us comfortable, but not as cool. It will keep the humidity down though.
I have the same set up. Works fine for temporary power outage after a hurricane. I also run two floor fans, a refrigerator/freezer, bedroom lamps, and shop lights in the bathrooms - all with extension cords. Added a natural gas conversion kit to the carburator on the generator. Runs great. Much cheaper and easier than gasoline.
This post was edited on 3/2/21 at 4:05 pm
Posted on 3/4/21 at 6:07 pm to DoctorO
[quote]They are powered via extension cords to 5000 w generator.
Have you looked into back feeding through your dryer?. It's much more efficient. I do this with a 6,500 watt portable and can power 3 small window units, fridge, lights,tv as needed.
Have you looked into back feeding through your dryer?. It's much more efficient. I do this with a 6,500 watt portable and can power 3 small window units, fridge, lights,tv as needed.
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