Firman T12071 - 12000/15000W Tri Fuel Generator With Electric Start

In summary, the Firman T12071 is a powerful portable generator especially useful for:

• Professionals who want to ensure that a power failure will not prevent them from working
• Homeowners in need of an emergency backup power for their essentials

The subsequent sections will explore in detail its power characteristics, the diverse outlets it provides, its overall portability, and the supplementary features it offers.

Power & Run Time

The Firman T12071

The Firman T12071 delivers 120/240V and is equipped with a tri-fuel technology, enabling it to operate on gasoline, propane, or natural gas. When powered by gasoline, it achieves a running wattage of 12,000W and a peak wattage of 15,000W. Switching to propane provides 11,000 rated watts and 13,750 peak watts, while natural gas operation delivers 10,000W of rated wattage and 12,500W of starting wattage.

Rated for 81 dBA (just slightly more noisy than garbage disposal), the generator's starting mechanism relies on a convenient and efficient electric starter (battery included).

In terms of run time, the T12071, boasting a 13.3 gallons fuel tank, can run for around 11 hours at 50% load on a full tank of gasoline (with fuel consumption averaging 1.21 gallons per hour). Additionally, it provides around 3 hours (estimation based on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 1.57 GPH) of operation with propane.

The T12071 ensures a clean sine wave output, boasting <5% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) to protect your sensitive electronics when connected to its AC outlets.

Outlets

The full GFCI control panel features 8 AC outlets as follows:

In addition, it provides 1 DC outlet: there's a 12V 8A (cigarette lighter style) receptacle making battery charging a breeze.

This Firman generator features an L5-30R receptacle, enabling an easy RV connection via an L5-30P to TT-30R adaptor. However, it is still not quite RV ready. Besides, the T12071's twist-lock L14-30R receptacle makes it transfer switch ready, enabling hassle-free connection to your breaker box for powering your home during outages.

Portability

Measuring L36 x W31.9 x H40 in, the classic open frame build of the Firman T12071 delivers stability and easy maintenance access to components, facilitating air circulation. The generator is designed for ideal use outdoors and in rough environments.

With a weight of 390 lbs, the generator is still labeled as 'portable,' denoting its ability to be moved, although its heaviness might restrict easy portability. However, the constrained maneuverability is addressed with the assistance of its wheel kit (⌀12") and its folding handle, allowing for easy shifting once the generator is placed on the ground.

A lift hook located on the top of the frame offers an additional safety feature while facilitating the transport, loading and unloading of the generator.

Features

The T12071's control panel

The T12071's status and activity may be monitored conveniently via the control panel, as it features a convenient meter, displaying voltage, frequency, and lifetime hours information.

With its built-in fuel gauge, the generator provides quick and convenient gas level checks.

Considering security aspects, the generator boasts an overload protection (circuit breaker) and an automatic low oil shut-off, offering peace of mind throughout operation.

The T12071 also benefits from Firman’s CO Alert carbon monoxide shutdown, which automatically shuts down the engine when harmful levels of carbon monoxide accumulate around the generator or a CO Alert fault occurs.

While the standard documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab), helpful for starting the device promptly, come with the Firman T12071, the following accessories are also included: tool kit, funnel, oil, battery charging cables, propane hose and battery charger.