I m starting to think I d like to get a generator . not spend a ton of $$ But something that isn t to loud or heavy. I was thinking of running maybe furnace, maybe couple small appliances, sump pump off if hydro goes out and maybe take to the track occasionally ?... So not a tank. I don t know anything bout them. They usually say how many watts or volts?? I ve been meaning to talk to an electrician to figure out how to safely do the home hook up, but not permanently. Not sure I can do what I am thinking.. Any thoughts??