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Fuel consumption per unit

09/15/2010 2:32 AM

i have 50 KVA genset i want how much it is fuel consumed in per unit

My Dg set is not running conti. so i am start it in ideal condition for 1 hrs. daily so total fuel consumaptinon calculation & other things i require urgently

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Re: Fuel consumption per unit

09/15/2010 4:14 AM

So easy:

  • Dip the tank at intervals and measure the fall in level over time compared with the metered electrical energy supplied. The only other thing needed is the cross-sectional area of the tank, which can be obtained using the same tape measure.
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Re: Fuel consumption per unit

09/15/2010 4:29 AM

I wonder what other things he require urgently

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