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  • Sep 6, 2008, 12:08 PM
    jvweagles
    Temporary generator wiring
    I have a portable generator 6.5 kVA w/ 7500 watts single phase 120/240 type. It has a pair of 120 gfic outlets and one 4 twist type 240 outlet. I would like additional input on how to wire to house panel (100amp)w/ out a transfer switch. Understand during outage one would operate it in a standard mode ;but w/ main breaker in OFF position. Will this run my ac unit and refridge? What Wire type (3 or 4 wire) and plug type is needed to accomplish this ? Thank you for any input.
  • Sep 6, 2008, 12:14 PM
    stanfortyman
    You DO NOT do this!! What you propose is stupid, unsafe and ILLEGAL!

    There are reasons EVERY power company web site has warnings about illegally backfeeding your service.

    Get a transfer switch, transfer panel, or main breaker interlock, or just use extension cords to power up the appliances you need.
  • Sep 6, 2008, 12:37 PM
    KISS
    Clarification:

    Main Breaker Interlock

    Prevents backfeeding to the utility. It interlocks the main breaker and the breaker for the generator so that both cannot be on at the same time.

    Second:
    You will need a generator input connector mounted on the outside of your house.

    Third:
    When using the generator powering the house, the neutral to ground bond in the generator should be removed. When independently operating the generator, it should be present.

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