Technical Terms and Definitions - Century Fuel Products

Absorption Oil: See Heavy Ends

Air Cleaner Pressure Drop: The negative pressure effect caused by the restrictive action of the air cleaner element. The effect will in- crease as the element becomes dirty and can cause rich mixtures and poor operation.

Air Vaporizer: See Vaporizer-Regulator.

Balance Tube: To compensate for excessive air cleaner pressure drop or a positive pressure created by an intake blower, a tube is run between the atmospheric vent on the fuel controller and the intake manifold ahead of the carburetor.

Carburetor Adapter: A venturi section placed between the gasoline carburetor and air cleaner that will allow the gasoline carburetor to remain intact so the engine can be run on gasoline or gaseous fuels.

Carburetor: Also known as a fuel-air mixer. The section of the engine intake system where fuel and air are mixed and passed on to the engine for combustion.

Choke: A variable restriction in the air intake to increase the pressure drop (vacuum) in the carburetor.

Converter: See Vaporizer-Regulator.

Economizer: A device to create a leaner mixture during part load operation where a richer mixture is desired at full load.

Excess Flow Valve: A safety device generally located at a pressurized fuel tank which restricts or shuts off the fuel flow if the discharge rate exceeds a certain figure in the event of a line rupture.

Exhaust Analyzer: A device that measures the carbon monoxide level in the exhaust gases and indicates the leanness or richness of the air- fuel mixture entering the engine. Can also be equipped to measure hydro carbons.

Filter Lock: Combination fuel filter and safety shut-off.

Fuel Controller: Common term used to de-scribe a unit, which contains an atmospheric zero governor.

Fuel Filter: A unit placed in a fuel line to remove dirt and rust picked up from the tank or service fittings.

Heavy Ends: This is a residue picked up by propane from lubricated valves and compressors. It will sometimes collect inside the fuel controller where the pressure is sub-atmospheric.

Idle Plate: A thin Plate inserted between the carburetor and the engine to obtain a vacuum source or provide an idle gas inlet.

Liquid Withdrawal: Used to describe fuel systems where the fuel is drawn from the liquid section of the storage tank.

Lock off Valve: A device either electrically, or vacuum operated to positively shut-off the flow of fuel if the engine should fail while unattended.

Primary: See Regulator.

Primer: A feature included on most zero governors, to allow fuel flow prior to cranking the engine as a starting aid.

Regulator: This term applies to the pressure reducing device or section in a fuel system that reduces the tank pressure down to the rated inlet pressure required by the atmospheric zero governor or pressure carburetor.

Secondary: See Zero Governor.

Shut-Off Valve: See Lock off Valve.

Solenoid Valve: An electrically operated shut-off device used in connection with a manifold sensing vacuum switch or oil pressure switch to positively shut off the flow of fuel should the engine fail.

Spud-in: A method used to convert a gasoline carburetor to gaseous fuel by placing a tube at the small section of the venturi.

Vapor Withdrawal: Describes a fuel system where the fuel is drawn from the vaporized gas section of the storage tank.

Vaporizer-Regulator: A device which includes a regulator and a heat exchanger to convert liquid propane to gaseous state and reduce the pressure. These devices will sometimes include zero governors and are called converters.

Venturi: A symmetrical restriction in the intake manifold or carburetor, which produces a pressure drop (vacuum) and draws fuel into the air stream. The amount of fuel drawn in is in proportion to the volume and speed of the air passing through the venturi.

Zero Governor: This unit is sometimes called a fuel controller or secondary. It is a vacuum demand.

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Converted Generators From Joe - Century Fuel Products

Thank You Joe for sending us pictures of your converted generator! As you can see, conversion kits that have aluminum adapters are NOT OBSOLETE. For most generators, you do not have to modify the frame. Here are the comments below from Joe and he also has comments on some of the pictures as well: "There are some things that people should pay attention to such as generator break in and the recommended spark plug gap. I can only hope that people take their time to research and plan things out right. I also recommend replacing the cheap no name spark plug with a better quality plug. Also, some people may not know how to make the proper frequency adjustments and load test the generator and check all outputs. But at least the pics show that the kits does fit and work properly. The generator I purchased is not good quality, but at $599 in my local supermarket, I couldn't resist the purchase. In the event of a power outage, I will run this unit directly off of my 500g submarine style whole house tank."

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Century Fuel Products At GIE Expo

Support propane by stopping by booth #4010 at the GIE Expo. Thank you Suburban Propane for letting us display our one-of-a-kind Propane conversion kits.

Century Fuel Products

51225 Martz Rd, Belleville, MI, 48111

(734) 728-0300

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Be Pressure BE I2000L Conversion (Duel Fuel) Kit By Century Fuel Products

BE Pressure BE I2000L Natural Gas or Low Pressure Propane Conversion (Dual Fuel) Kit uses an adapter that makes it possible to operate natural gas and gasoline.  Most homes provide low pressure natural gas or low pressure propane. This kit does not support high pressure propane that comes from a tank. Adapters will mix the Propane or Natural Gas into the air stream above the gasoline carburetor.  The gasoline carburetor remains basically untouched. So basically, adapter kits are not a conversion, they are an adaptation. This is the most common method of conversion and it is the least expensive.

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About BE Pressure Supply

These conversion kits are designed for BE Pressure Supply Generators to enable the engine to run on gasoline, natural gas or propane.

* These kits include the components necessary to convert the generator that you have selected. The generator pictures and information displayed on our conversion kit pages are here solely for identification purposes only. The actual generators are not included.

http://www.centuryfuelproducts.com/generators/conversion-kits/be-pressure-supply

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(734) 728-0300
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Arksen B00GOGRGXS Tri-Fuel Kit By Century Fuel Products

ARKSEN B00GOGRGXS Tri-Fuel Kit uses an adapter that makes it possible to operate an engine on three different fuels Propane, Natural Gas, and Gasoline.  Adapters will mix the Propane or Natural Gas into the air stream above the gasoline carburetor.  The gasoline carburetor remains basically untouched. So basically, adapter kits are not a conversion, they are an adaptation.

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About Arksen Generator: 

Our kits fit Arksen Generators so you can convert these generators to run on gasoline, natural gas and propane. They have teamed up Honda to create the best generator in this price range on the market today. With its incredible features, like a Honda engine and heavy-duty brush type alternator with automatic voltage regulator, these units are sure to bring the end user years of satisfaction at an incredible value. Other features included are an hour meter to indicate service intervals, heavy-duty roll cage frame with folding handles for easy transport and storage, a low oil shut down for added engine protection.

* These kits include the components necessary to convert the generator that you have selected. The generator pictures and information displayed on our conversion kit pages are here solely for identification purposes only. The actual generators are not included.

http://www.centuryfuelproducts.com/generators/conversion-kits/arksen

Century Fuel Products
51225 Martz Rd, Belleville, MI, 48111
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Fax: (734) 728-0303
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AC4000GD2E Artic Cat Generator By Century Fuel Products

Artic Cat AC4000GD2E Natural Gas or Low Pressure Propane Conversion (Dual Fuel) Kit uses an adapter that makes it possible to operate natural gas and gasoline.  Most homes provide low pressure natural gas or low pressure propane. This kit does not support high pressure propane that comes from a tank. Adapters will mix the Propane or Natural Gas into the air stream above the gasoline carburetor.  The gasoline carburetor remains basically untouched. So basically, adapter kits are not a conversion, they are an adaptation. This is the most common method of conversion and it is the least expensive.

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These conversion kits are designed for a AC4000GD2E Artic Cat Generator to enable the engine to run on gasoline, natural gas or propane.

 - These kits include the components necessary to convert the generator that you have selected. The generator pictures and information displayed on our conversion kit pages are here solely for identification purposes only. The actual generators are not included.

About Artic Cat Generator

Our kits fit Artic Cat portable generators, which are designed to provide power for home, work or play. Portable generators help protect your family and possessions during a power outage. They are also useful when camping, on the job site or anywhere you need power. The best time to buy a generator is before you need one.

- These kits include the components necessary to convert the generator that you have selected. The generator pictures and information displayed on our conversion kit pages are here solely for identification purposes only. The actual generators are not included.

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51225 Martz Rd, Belleville, MI, 48111
(734) 728-0300
Fax: (734) 728-0303

Product Feature: Apache AGG10000E Natural Gas - Century Fuel Products

Apache AGG10000E Natural Gas or Low Pressure Propane Conversion (Dual Fuel) Kit uses an adapter that makes it possible to operate natural gas and gasoline.  Most homes provide low pressure natural gas or low pressure propane. This kit does not support high pressure propane that comes from a tank. Adapters will mix the Propane or Natural Gas into the air stream above the gasoline carburetor.  The gasoline carburetor remains basically untouched. So basically, adapter kits are not a conversion, they are an adaptation. This is the most common method of conversion and it is the least expensive.

About Apache Generators

Our kits fit Apache Generators so you can convert these generators to run on gasoline, natural gas and propane.

These kits include the components necessary to convert the generator that you have selected. The generator pictures and information displayed on our conversion kit pages are here solely for identification purposes only. The actual generators are not included.

Century Fuel Products
51225 Martz Rd, Belleville, MI, 48111
(734) 728-0300
Fax: (734) 728-0303
www.centuryfuelproducts.com

Source: http://www.centuryfuelproducts.com/apache-agg10000e-df

What Is Propane Conversion Kits?

This Propane Conversion allows High Pressure Propane, Low Pressure Propane and the gasoline carburetor which remains unmodified, no drilling of the carburetor is required. Our kit includes a fitting to fit a 20 lb cylinder, the high pressure regulator, 6' supply line, Generic Version Garretson KN Fuel Controller, the hoses and fittings to go from the KN to the adapter, longer studs or stud extenders, and the load block for adjusting the air fuel mixture.

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Read More And Learn About Its Basic Installation:

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Difference Between Economy (Eco), Dual Fuel And Tri-Fuel

Since we are the manufacturer and distributor of our product line, we have many variations of our kits on the web. We sell on many websites, eBay and Amazon. The table below shows how these kits are different.

Natural Gas Conversion Kits = Dual Fuel Kits.

Propane Conversion Kits = Tri-Fuel Kits.

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AiPower Conversion Kits by Century Fuel Products

Our kits fit AiPower Generators so you can convert these generators to run on gasoline, natural gas and propane.
* These kits include the components necessary to convert the generator that you have selected. The generator pictures and information displayed on our conversion kit pages are here solely for identification purposes only. The actual generators are not included.

More AiPower Conversion Kits Here:

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