We had an electrician come out to our house to set up our wiring at the circuit box so when we have a power outage, we can just flip a couple of switches and start up the generator we purchased recently. This will make it so much easier than trying to run long extension cords all over the place!

Last year we had a two day power outage that dropped the temperature in my tanks into the mid 50s. This fall we have had an 11 hour and a 6 hour already. We've been having terrible weather with flooding this week, but now we are prepared - I hope.

I should be able to run most of my tanks with the generator. At least the fish can stay warm when the power goes out.

A wise investment, Aura!

I'm guessing these run off gas, so remember to stock up
on you gas supply because the gas stations are also dependant
on electricity to run the pumps.

I know you probably already know that, but I know how I am
and would forget to stock up on it!

Thanks for the reminder preacherboy! It would be just my luck that I would have empty gas cans when it came time to refill.

Right now we do have two 5 gallon containers of gas and a 2.5 gallon as well. The problem will be for me to lift those 5 gallons up high enough to refill the generator without spilling it all over the place. The power always seems to go out when my husband is not home. Grrrr

Since I started using a Python to refill my fish tanks, I haven't been lifting many 5 gallon buckets.

Aura, if I might add one more thing to this discussion.

If you store your gasoline tanks in a cold storage area, you
probably should buy a gas stabilizing product like Stabil.

It will prevent the gas from becoming useless while sitting in
the gas tanks and it will also keep your generator from messing
up from weak gas.

Again, just thought I would pass that tip along!

Hopefully, you won't need it, but it will be nice to have when it does!

Hmmmm, I have no idea what "Stabil" is, preacherboy.

Is it for long-term storage? I'd say the gas is stored at about 40 - 50 degrees most of the time.

Yes, Aura, it is for long-term storage.

People add it to their boats, and lawn mowers during
the winter so that when spring comes, the gas and the
engine is ready to go!

It is pretty cheap and doesn't require a lot for it to work.

I think I'll look into it - with any luck that generator will just sit there and the gas will get stale, but from past experience, it'll get plenty of use and the gas won't have a chance to sit for any length of time. dumb dumb

Thanks, preacherboy.

Fuel Transfer

Aura
I've dealt with these people before and have been satisfied with their products. They have a few fuel transfer options if you don't want to lift gas cans.

Thanks Dave,

I see a pump/siphon that fits onto a 5 gallon can that looks interesting. It has mixed reviews, but it might be worth a try. Something like that would be great if it works.

I do get power cuts too sometimes and usually use a couple of battery operated air pumps...just thought i would share that kimmy

The battery powered air pumps would definitely be good to have on hand. I keep saying I'm going to get some, but I still haven't done so. idunno

Shame on you Aura! Faint Didn't we talk about those battery powered air pumps before?? blinky That is if my memory serves me right.... Hmmmm

Blush Yes, cturner, you are right...it was a long time ago when we had a short power outage and I lost the eggs in a tumbler because of no circulation. I did go to several stores to look for them, but couldn't find any and have been meaning to order them online... peek a boo

The generator should take care of things in a long outage, but a battery powered air pump would be good for things like that tumbler.

I am also thinking of buying Solar Power Systems. They are not as expensive as they used to be, but i think its still is a little, not sure Hmmmm but i've seen some on the internet these days.