TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Gentherm Global Power Technologies
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Fuel Type:
an “X” will be marked in the appropriate box to show whether the generator is
set to burn natural gas (CH
4
) or propane (C
3
H
8
). Suitable orifices are available if changing
the fuel type is necessary.
Fuel Pressure, Power, Voltage:
The fuel pressure, gross power output and voltage across
the precision load have been included for reference only. These are the conditions achieved
at the Gentherm Global Power Technologies (GPT) factory before shipping. Note that the fuel
pressure is recorded in kPa and that the pressure gauge must be adjusted for the altitude.
Figure 2 - Data Plate
3.6
FUEL CONSUMPTION
The P-5100 is certified to operate on commercial propane, or natural gas as described in the
table below. The Fuel Consumption of the P-5100 at rated power is listed in the table below
for various Fuels.
Fuel Consumption
at Rated Power
Propane*
Natural Gas**
High BTU
Natural Gas***
lb./hr
0.64
-
gal/hr
0.15
-
kg/hr
0.29
-
L/hr
0.57
-
ft3/hr
5.45
13.8
9.2
–
11.5
m3hr
0.154
0.392
0.261
–
0.327
