What causes generator high saturation current

I haven't actually pulled the elements yet but the tag on the water heater shows elements rated at 3800 watts. The ones readily available at the local big box are even numbered, 3500, 4500,5500. Can I use the 3500 watt rated elements to replace elements in this water heater?

I have a question about installing a manual transfer switch to be used with a portable 7000 Watt generator to power essentials during power outages. To preface this, I am going to have an electrician do the work, but am trying to get an idea of how it will work and how much parts will cost. I am...

I am trying to put the belt back on my 46" Craftsman DLS 3500 Riding lawnmower I can not find find the manual . Any suggestions?

When I swiched the starter on, the riding mower wouldn't start. I didn't think that there were sparks to the plugs. I removed the end connections on each plug, took a screw driver so that there was a gap for the sparks to jump, and while my wife attempted to start the mower, I watched for sparks...