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Recent content by buggsy458

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    MEP-831a Troubleshooting

    That was problem! I thought that the heater was less than 10 amps but it isn't so I just ran a fan for about 30 minutes with no problems! Thanks guys you are geniuses!
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    MEP-831a Troubleshooting

    Ok, I took a GFCI out of another unit, exchanged it into this unit and it still pops the GFCI breaker after about 40-60 seconds. I'm not 100% sure that the GFCI I switched out isn't bad also but I do plan on getting a tester tomorrow from the big box stores. On the chance that the GFCI is good...
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    MEP-831a Troubleshooting

    Hey all, I'm brand new to these generators and picked up two recently. The one that I have dedicated the most time to runs but the GFCI trips about 30 seconds into putting any type of load onto the three prong plugs in the front. I'm wondering if anyone can give me advice on figuring out if it...
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    MEP 831 FAQ for owners or potential buyers

    Better safe than sorry I say. I don't want to be part of the ground path :)
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    MEP 831 FAQ for owners or potential buyers

    How important is it to ground the generator if I just plan on using the 3-pin house-hold style plugs? The TM says to drive a grounding rod at least 8 feet into the ground but I'm curious if there are other ways to do this? Any thoughts are much appreciated.
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    MEP 831 FAQ for owners or potential buyers

    Thanks all! I was able to find what I was looking for and I appreciate all the help! Now to put it all together and pray that they both work. If they don't work right I will be on here asking for more help I'm sure.
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    MEP 831 FAQ for owners or potential buyers

    Can you post which Racer separator you bought for the 831 and also if it is working out for you? I'm needing two fuel water separator bowls and am having such a hard time finding them I'm thinking of just replacing them with something else. Thanks for any info you can provide.
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