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Indeed that's what a mate of mine did: He chucked off the chinese generator but kept the original diesel engine (these are ok) and fitted an italian generator and had no worries since (his conked out completely...) Thanks Fellows I know what to do now. I realize this forum is really great and...

Thanks guys for your replies. I can see a bit more clearly now. Indeed the voltage varies and can be more than 240V The replacement capa is probably off the shelf motor start capa. How about electrolytic capacitors? What is the benefit compared to a dry capacitor? I will look for a higher...

Thanks, Dragoon but the rating on the capacitor says 400 V and I am dealing here with monophase 230 V. What about the 15uF (microfarads) I am not too sure what it means and how its value is worked out for a given situation. I am more familiar with the basics of resistance, voltage and intensity...

I run a 4.2 kw chinese diesel gene which has a 15 ùF capacitor on it. This capacitor keeps blowing up regularly. It cost 18Au$ to replace each time and the city is 100km away... Obviously it does 'nt like my big 2.4 kw grinder or my MIG welder (though the 10hp engine and 4.2 kw gene can handle...