Home Page Hydroponic Supplies Sitemap         GEN - 1 CO2 Propane Generators Carbon Dioxide (CO2) is one of the easiest ways to accelerate plant growth. Plants grown with supplemental CO2 can produce up to 35% more flowers or fruit. A propane or natural gas CO2 generator is the most cost effective way to add CO2 to your environment. Many greenhouses use CO2 generators to boost CO2 levels safely and economically. C.A.P. has developed some of the safest and most reliable CO2 Generators. They are capable of producing between 3 and 26 cubic feet of CO2 per hour. C.A.P. manufactures 2 models, The GEN-1 and the GEN-2. The GEN-1 is recommended for small to medium size areas up to 15’ x 15’. The GEN-2 is recommended for larger areas up to 50’ x 50’. Both the GEN-1 and the GEN-2 units feature a two-stage safety pilot valve, which will not allow fuel to flow to the burner unless the pilot is lit. They both come with a standard tipswitch that will shut down the fuel to the main burner in the event the unit falls or tips over. The Electronic Ignition Module creates a spark to light the burners. The C.A.P. CO2 generators are constructed of powder coated steel enclosures that resist moisture, rust and discoloration. They will provide years of trouble-free operation. The GEN-1e and GEN-2e are manufactured in the USA using only AGA and/or UL listed components that are appropriate for use with both propane and natural gas. The units come complete with a low-pressure, in-line natural gas regulator or the new Type1 style no-tool-required propane regulator that makes tank replacement easy. C.A.P. CO2 generators operate up to 100 degrees cooler than other competitive products. The GEN-1e and GEN-2e can also be easily converted from propane to natural gas or vise-versa in less than 10 minutes with an inexpensive kit. Both the GEN-1e and GEN-2e CO2 generators are expandable! This allows you to increase the unit`s capacity to produce CO2 simply by installing additional burners. Each burner increases the CO2 generating capacity by approximately 3 cubic feet per hour. There is no need to purchase a different generator if your needs increase! The GEN-1e is capable of producing between 3 and 13 cubic feet of CO2 per hour. It comes standard with one burner, producing approximately 3 cubic feet per hour. The Electronic Ignition Generator comes standard with 2 burners, producing approximately 6 cubic feet of CO2 per hour. Both can be expanded to a maximum of 4 burners, increasing the unit’s capacity up to approximately 13 cubic feet of CO2 per hour. Size:   2700 BTU - $524.95 CDN   CDN Price $524.95 US Price $498.70 Shipping to Canada (CDN $):  $24.95 Shipping to US (CDN $):  $65.95 * Please note shipping price is for ground transportation. * Please note your order will be charged in CDN funds. Add to Cart   Item Description CO2 CONTROLLERS *NOTE: The recommended CO2 level for optimum growth is between 1000 to 1500 PPM. Above that is usually considered wasteful. Above 5000 PPM is considered dangerous to animals and humans. Side effects of excessive CO2 include headaches and drowsiness. Use a PPM controller to ensure you are maintaining the proper PPM level. 1) Connect the CO2 generator’s power supply to the controller that you are using. Normally, the generator is used only during daylight hours. At the very least, a timer or photo-controller should be used to turn the generator on only during the day to eliminate waste. 2) If you are using a P.P.M. (Parts Per Million) controller, set the CO2 level to the desired PPM and plug in the power supply of the CO2 Generator into the controller. LIGHTING THE GENERATOR 1) Connect the power supply to the power connection on the side of the generator and plug it into the wall or your CO2 controller. 2) Ensure the power switch on the side of the unit is OFF. Turn ON the gas supply to the unit. 3) Turn on the power switch. The generator will turn on the valve and attempt to light the generator. It will make 5 attempts to light the main burner, 20 seconds apart. If the generator does not light by the 5th attempt, a RED light will appear on the Electric Ignition Module indicating that it was unable to light in 5 attempts. It will not try again until the power is cycled. Turn off the power switch and turn it back on. It should light within the next 5 attempts after all of the air in the gas line is gone. Depending on the length of the gas hose, you might need to turn it on and off up to 3 or 4 times. If your generator still will not light, please refer to the troubleshooting tips at the end of this instruction manual. *NOTE: If lighting the unit for the first time, it may take a couple of on/off cyclings to purge the air from the gas hose. 4) Once the main burner lights, it should light reliably until the tank (propane only) is changed out. 5) The amber indicator light on the side of the generator is on as long as the main burner is running. ELECTRONIC IGNITION MODULE 6) The Electronic Ignition Module is the grey plastic box in the bottom of the generator. The status light is on the front of the Electronic Ignition Module. If the status light is BLUE, the generator is on and running normally. A RED light indicates that it attempted to light the generator 5 times without success. A GREEN light indicates a Module Failure. If this light is displayed, turn off the generator for 5 minutes and then attempt to relight. *WARNING: The outer enclosure gets hot while operating, especially at the top of the unit. Do not touch the generator until it is cool. MAINTAINING YOUR GENERATOR The GEN-1e has been designed for years of trouble-free service. The brass burners have been chosen over steel because of their superior performance over long periods of operation. The powder-coated enclosure can be cleaned with normal cleaners and will not “fade” over time. However, if for any reason the generator is not performing correctly, shut off the gas supply and turn the unit OFF. Simple problems can be remedied by consulting the troubleshooting guide within these instructions. FRONT BURNER ACCESS PANEL The unit must operate with all of the panels in place. However, the front panel can be removed when lighting or installing additional burners. Four screws are used to secure the panel in place. Simply loosen the screws and lift the panel off the “keyholes” in order to expose the burner assembly. Be sure to replace the cover prior to operating the GEN-1e. *WARNING: There are no user serviceable parts inside this generator.   Note: OVERVIEW The GEN-1e can produce between 3-13 cubic feet of CO2 per hour. It is recommended for areas under 3200 cubic feet. The GEN-1e features an Electronic Ignition Module so that there is no standing pilot light. Our standard “tip-over” switch will shut down the fuel to the main burner in the event the unit falls or tips over. The GEN-1e comes standard with 2 burners. It can be expanded up to 4 burners. Each burner produces approximately 3 cubic feet of CO2 per hour. Manufactured in the USA using only AGA and UL listed components. INSTALLATION 1) Determine the desired location for the generator. It must be positioned at least 18” away from walls or other flammable materials. A distance of at least 18” must be maintained between the top of the unit and the ceiling or roof. Open flames are present inside the unit. Do not use the unit around flammable materials. 2) The unit must be hung from suitable supports. Use the hooks and chains that are included with the GEN-1e to secure the unit. The unit must be level in order to operate correctly and safely. 3) The hose that is supplied with the generator is fitted with a standard 3/8” female flare connection. Connect the gas hose to the back of the CO2 generator. To connect the hose, use two wrenches in order to properly tighten the connection without twisting any internal connections. *WARNING: Connecting propane to a generator meant to burn natural gas will result in dangerously large flames. Alternately if natural gas is connected to a generator meant to burn propane will result in inconsistent flames with too little fuel available to burn properly. Make sure the fuel supply matches your generator type! PROPANE GENERATORS ONLY * NOTE: The GEN-1e propane model comes with a standard tank mounted regulator, which must be used unless the LP pressure is already regulated to 11” WC pressure at an outdoor propane tank. 4) Connect the other end of the hose to the LP regulator supplied with the unit. To connect the hose, use two wrenches in order to properly tighten the connection. 5) Open the gas valve on the propane tank. Check for leaks on all connections using a spray bottle with soapy water. Look for bubbles, which would indicate a leak.