Things to Be Careful About While Working with Caterpillar G3412

Posted by Victor Seropian on October 3rd, 2017

Caterpillar has a good selection of natural generators that may help reduce your energy costs as they provide an efficient source of power for your equipment. One of these is the G3412, a flexible power source that can run on fuels like propane, natural gas, field gas, and Biogas. Natural gas generators are cleaner, cheaper in the long run, and efficient. The amount of carbon, nitrogen, and sulfur they emit is lower compared to oil and coal. However, proper usage is recommended for your safety and to prolong the service life of the generator. Be careful about these things while using the Caterpillar G3412: 

• Installation – Get a professional to set up the Caterpillar G3412 to ensure that your gas line can properly and safely deliver fuel to the generator. Any leaks could put your assets at risk. 

• The appliances and equipment that will need its power – Determine the power requirements of all the equipment and devices that will be using the generator. You should be able to find that information on the device itself, or you can check their manual. Determine the wattage of the light bulbs that will be powered by the G3412, too. Once you have the total, make sure that the generator can run everything well. 

• Exposure to water and moisture – Avoid placing or exposing the G3412 to places that are prone to accumulate water or moisture. Water can damage its internal safety mechanism and the gas controls. In case of water damage, get in touch with a trained technician immediately to have the unit inspected and have the damaged parts replaced as soon as possible. 

• Electrocution – Caterpillar G3412 is designed to be safe, but it still makes sense to be careful about electrocution. So, be sure to keep it dry, operate it only on a dry surface, and avoid operating it with wet hands. 

• The smell – Natural gas may be colorless and odorless, making it hard to detect leaks. However, manufacturers add a scent to make it detectable, and the smell is similar to that of rotten eggs. So, if you smell anything like that, evacuate the premises and call your natural gas supplier or fire department. Consider installing carbon monoxide detectors in work spaces and in the area where the generator is located. 

• Refueling – Before refueling, let the G3412 cool down after you switch it off. 

About the Author: 

This article is written by Victor Seropian, associated as President at Power Generation Enterprises. Power Generation Enterprises is the leading supplier of power generation systems worldwide. They offer new and pre-owned power generation and marine power systems equipment of all sizes.