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gvstn

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11. One other thought

Reply to WCGreen (Original post)

Tue Oct 30, 2012, 03:40 PM

Oct 2012

Would be to see if you can get an extra backup tank or two. I don't know what they cost as to the deposit on the tank but it might be an option for you if you are strong enough to easily switch over from the machine to the tanks.

Take care of yourself. You don't need the extra stress of having a countdown clock starting each time the power goes out.

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Last night was a perfect example of how compromised my health truly is… [View all] WCGreen Oct 2012 OP

Get an UPS for your machine. hobbit709 Oct 2012 #1

We were talking about that this morning... WCGreen Oct 2012 #2

I did wonder how the storm was affecting you... CaliforniaPeggy Oct 2012 #3

My best to you madokie Oct 2012 #4

Whew! I can't imagine what that felt like -- wondering, not knowing how long gateley Oct 2012 #5

I feel the anxiety WC.. kentuck Oct 2012 #6

Everything is fine today, thank you for asking... WCGreen Oct 2012 #7

That may be a good investment. kentuck Oct 2012 #15

An APC 1300VA unit runs about $180 and a 1500VA runs $200. Get the larger one. HopeHoops Oct 2012 #8

I will look into that... WCGreen Oct 2012 #9

Tell her to go with the 1500 then! HopeHoops Oct 2012 #14

I would definitely get the generator susanr516 Oct 2012 #10

One other thought gvstn Oct 2012 #11

I have tanks but they don't want you to have all that many. WCGreen Oct 2012 #13

Thank you for sharing your personal experience. slackmaster Oct 2012 #12

Glad to know you're okay! Jazzgirl Oct 2012 #16

Yep, she is loaded.... WCGreen Oct 2012 #17