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[WannaDig3687]

Good morning pirates! Things are getting better on this end. I hope everyone is getting better. I noticed there’s no Rookster posts. I pray he’s alright.

I will work on catching up with the thread a little now.

Oh, my raccoon report! I almost forgot. It’s road kill. Been driving by it for several days now. Nasty looking bugger.

 

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[pepperj]

I looked at our bank account online yesterday morning and noticed that I didn't get paid on Friday. Generac was shifting it's 72 Canadian-based employees from the pay system Ceridian, to the US system Dayforce last week and I thought there might be some glitches. Hopefully I'm the only one who wasn't paid.

I emailed our HR Dept. yesterday morning at 7am and the Department Manager responded almost immediately, so they likely anticipated some issues. I suggested in my email, that everything would be fine, just as long as my pay is in our bank account by end of day on Monday.

Morning Dave
That sucks not to paid on time. But the endless recorded message in the world is:

Thank you for calling.
Due to the high volume of calls, we have changed our menu options
This call will/maybe recorded for training purposes
Your call is of the upmost importance to us.
Due to the past/current/future pandemic COVID protocols we will ensure the upmost safety for our employees and customers.
Press#1 for english
press#2 for tech support
press#3 for customer service
press#4 for further options
Thank you for calling, due to the high volume of calls your call has been placed in sequence and the next available customer care agent will be with you shortly.
If you require immediate service please press the *key at anytime, that will connect you with one of our operators.
You have now reached our main menu, at anytime you can press the # key for more options.
Please press the *key at anytime, that will connect you with one of our operators.
Have a good day thank you for calling
A short 4 question survey will follow this call............;.

 

[bill from lachine]

Jim, I've pretty much given up on customer service over the phone. I send an email and hope for the best.

 

[pepperj]

Jim, I've pretty much given up on customer service over the phone. I send this an email and hope for the best.

So true, though I have been kind of surprised recently while trying to hook all the electronics in the home entertainment system.
The Denon amp manual-turned out to be on a CD-which has a PDF of 157 pages
Now seriously what male would read that-
So call tech support-get the call centre-and get a representative that puts you on hold while they escalate the all important matter.
Then after 3-4 repeating this the problem is answered and solved

Now I am thinking either I'm just too male to read the 157 manual or just lonely in Hermitsville and need some bonding with the overseas call centre.

 

[ANTIQUARIAN]

Gonna have power outages............Fill your bathtubs so you can flush your toilets

This is my suggestion whenever I hear someone say that Roger...

 

[ARC]

I only press one button on call prompts.... Over and over and over.

ZERO... and if that dont work.... #..

:P

 

[ANTIQUARIAN]

Dave, Good morning and hopefully your paycheck shows up.

Thanks Bill, I'm confident Generac will get it straightened out on Monday.

 

[ANTIQUARIAN]

Good morning pirates! Things are getting better on this end. I hope everyone is getting better. I noticed there’s no Rookster posts. I pray he’s alright.

I will work on catching up with the thread a little now.

Oh, my raccoon report! I almost forgot. It’s road kill. Been driving by it for several days now. Nasty looking bugger.

Good morning WD, glad to hear things are turning the 'covid corner' at your place.
How's your daughter feeling these days after her accident?

 

[RTR]

This is my suggestion whenever I hear someone say that Roger...

Thanks,Had a whole house Gen. for 20 years in upstate NY And only used it a couple times .And it was a SOB starting it ,even w/Elect. start.And I use to run it 15 minutes the 1st of every month.

 

[ANTIQUARIAN]

Morning Dave
That sucks not to paid on time. But the endless recorded message in the world is:

Thank you for calling.
Due to the high volume of calls, we have changed our menu options
This call will/maybe recorded for training purposes
Your call is of the upmost importance to us.
Due to the past/current/future pandemic COVID protocols we will ensure the upmost safety for our employees and customers.
Press#1 for english
press#2 for tech support
press#3 for customer service
press#4 for further options
Thank you for calling, due to the high volume of calls your call has been placed in sequence and the next available customer care agent will be with you shortly.
If you require immediate service please press the *key at anytime, that will connect you with one of our operators.
You have now reached our main menu, at anytime you can press the # key for more options.
Please press the *key at anytime, that will connect you with one of our operators.
Have a good day thank you for calling
A short 4 question survey will follow this call............;.

This is so true Jim... I just love the request for you to do a 'short 3min survey' after a 30 second phone call.
I always press the 'hell no' button option!

 

[RTR]

This is my suggestion whenever I hear someone say that Roger...

I'm about due for a new truck.Ch. out this TV commercial Interesting !
>> https://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/news/ford-s-new-truck-can-power-your-home-for-days/vi-AAKdejG

 

[ANTIQUARIAN]

Thanks, Had a whole house Gen. for 20 years in upstate NY And only used it a couple times .And it was a SOB starting it ,even w/Elect. start.And I use to run it 15 minutes the 1st of every month.

I hear you Roger... and I promise not to go into my 'maintenance schedule' sales speech. It always happens though, when you buy it you never use it, but rest assured, you'll definitely need it if you don't buy it.

 

[pepperj]

This is my suggestion whenever I hear someone say that Roger...

Just wondering what model do you own at you home to keep the family safe and sound?

 

[ANTIQUARIAN]

I'm about due for a new truck.Ch. out this TV commercial Interesting !
>> https://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/news/ford-s-new-truck-can-power-your-home-for-days/vi-AAKdejG

Roger, I have a problem with these ads from Ford... talk about misleading advertising.

Sure, the power output by these onboard generator options will provide enough power for 1 or 2 essential services/appliances in your home. But anyone who's owned at least a 7.2kW gen knows, these units are pretty limited when it comes to high-amperage 'start-up power' capabilities.

Ford states:
"Three different onboard generator systems are available. F-150s with conventional non-hybrid drivetrains get a 2.0-kW system, while hybrid trucks get upgraded to 2.4 kW or, optionally, a massive 7.2 kW of power, made possible by the hybrid's 48-volt lithium-ion battery pack. Ford claims that the top-spec 7.2-kW system can power a plasma cutter, TiG welder, chop saw, air compressor, angle grinder, and work light, simultaneously. That mobile welding shop can run for 32 hours continuously on a full tank, making all-day, heavy-duty work possible. If you don't need that much wattage, Ford says the 2.4-kW system can run a jackhammer or a mobile theater setup complete with a projector, loudspeakers, and popcorn machine for up to 85 hours.

Ford only expects about 10 percent of new F-150s will be hybrids, so it was important to offer Pro Power with the conventional drivetrains. That, Sultana says, was much more complicated. The standard 12-volt electrical architecture couldn't provide what they needed, so Sultana and her team designed a whole new 24-volt electrical system, using two conventional 12-volt batteries in addition to the standard battery. In addition to those batteries, Pro Power-equipped non-hybrid F-150s get a second alternator. Thus equipped, F-150s with the 2.7-liter EcoBoost V-6, 3.5-liter EcoBoost V-6, or 5.0-liter V-8 can power a full tailgating setup with a TV, speakers, and a mini fridge."

 

[pepperj]

I only press one button on call prompts.... Over and over and over.

ZERO... and if that dont work.... #..

:P

The smart technology ones just ends the call when hitting the 000000000000000/############/111111111111

 

[ANTIQUARIAN]

Just wondering what model do you own at you home to keep the family safe and sound?

I will be having my 22kW unit installed just as soon as I get paid Jim.

 

[RTR]

I hear you Roger... and I promise not to go into my 'maintenance schedule' sales speech. It always happens though, when you buy it you never use it, but rest assured, you'll definitely need it if you don't buy it.

Down here all the powerlines are undergroun

Roger, I have such a problem with these ads from Ford... talk about misleading advertising.

Sure, the power output by these onboard generator options will provide enough power for 1 or 2 essential services/appliances in your home. But anyone who's owned at least a 7.2kW gen knows, these units are pretty limited when it comes to high-amperage 'start-up power' capabilities.

Ford states... View attachment 2003821 View attachment 2003822 View attachment 2003823
"Three different onboard generator systems are available. F-150s with conventional non-hybrid drivetrains get a 2.0-kW system, while hybrid trucks get upgraded to 2.4 kW or, optionally, a massive 7.2 kW of power, made possible by the hybrid's 48-volt lithium-ion battery pack. Ford claims that the top-spec 7.2-kW system can power a plasma cutter, TiG welder, chop saw, air compressor, angle grinder, and work light, simultaneously. That mobile welding shop can run for 32 hours continuously on a full tank, making all-day, heavy-duty work possible. If you don't need that much wattage, Ford says the 2.4-kW system can run a jackhammer or a mobile theater setup complete with a projector, loudspeakers, and popcorn machine for up to 85 hours.

Ford only expects about 10 percent of new F-150s will be hybrids, so it was important to offer Pro Power with the conventional drivetrains. That, Sultana says, was much more complicated. The standard 12-volt electrical architecture couldn't provide what they needed, so Sultana and her team designed a whole new 24-volt electrical system, using two conventional 12-volt batteries in addition to the standard battery. In addition to those batteries, Pro Power-equipped non-hybrid F-150s get a second alternator. Thus equipped, F-150s with the 2.7-liter EcoBoost V-6, 3.5-liter EcoBoost V-6, or 5.0-liter V-8 can power a full tailgating setup with a TV, speakers, and a mini fridge."

Well look at it like the first Flight at Kitty Hawk (they only did something like 150 feet)
Who knows where this will go

 

[pepperj]

Roger, I have a problem with these ads from Ford... talk about misleading advertising.

Sure, the power output by these onboard generator options will provide enough power for 1 or 2 essential services/appliances in your home. But anyone who's owned at least a 7.2kW gen knows, these units are pretty limited when it comes to high-amperage 'start-up power' capabilities.

View attachment 2003821 View attachment 2003822 View attachment 2003823
Ford states:
"Three different onboard generator systems are available. F-150s with conventional non-hybrid drivetrains get a 2.0-kW system, while hybrid trucks get upgraded to 2.4 kW or, optionally, a massive 7.2 kW of power, made possible by the hybrid's 48-volt lithium-ion battery pack. Ford claims that the top-spec 7.2-kW system can power a plasma cutter, TiG welder, chop saw, air compressor, angle grinder, and work light, simultaneously. That mobile welding shop can run for 32 hours continuously on a full tank, making all-day, heavy-duty work possible. If you don't need that much wattage, Ford says the 2.4-kW system can run a jackhammer or a mobile theater setup complete with a projector, loudspeakers, and popcorn machine for up to 85 hours.

Ford only expects about 10 percent of new F-150s will be hybrids, so it was important to offer Pro Power with the conventional drivetrains. That, Sultana says, was much more complicated. The standard 12-volt electrical architecture couldn't provide what they needed, so Sultana and her team designed a whole new 24-volt electrical system, using two conventional 12-volt batteries in addition to the standard battery. In addition to those batteries, Pro Power-equipped non-hybrid F-150s get a second alternator. Thus equipped, F-150s with the 2.7-liter EcoBoost V-6, 3.5-liter EcoBoost V-6, or 5.0-liter V-8 can power a full tailgating setup with a TV, speakers, and a mini fridge."

Feeling threatened Dave by a pick up truck delivering what a generator can deliver?
Don't be as the ticket price for the Platinum model will be in ht $110-120K range.

5500watt generator will run 5 freezers, well pump, stove top, 2 side-by-side fridges, bar fridge, lights
The secret is a step loading of the devices.
The biggest drag is the cook top

 

[ANTIQUARIAN]

Down here all the powerlines are undergroun

Well look at it like the first Flight at Kitty Hawk (they only did something like 150 feet)
Who knows where this will go

It certainly looks interesting Roger, but it's facts like this statement that I find mis-leading.

"Ford's 9.6Kw will power your entire house for 3 days."

But, what exactly will it power, just the electric lights or the entire 200amp fuse panel for the entire home including the appliances? Don't get me wrong Roger, this is a very innovative idea, but what Ford is neglecting to tell you are the limitations to what their generators can actually power.

 

[ANTIQUARIAN]

Feeling threatened Dave by a pick up truck delivering what a generator can deliver?
Don't be as the ticket price for the Platinum model will be in ht $110-120K range.

5500watt generator will run 5 freezers, well pump, stove top, 2 side-by-side fridges, bar fridge, lights
The secret is a step loading of the devices.
The biggest drag is the cook top

Jim, the only time I feel threatened these days is when my wife's asks me a question and I realize that I wasn't actually listening to her.