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smdl
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For those who have a portable generator
Do you need a "special" set up??? DH is tell me we need a special plug installed by an electrician. WTH??? I thought you just put gas in and plug your fridge in.
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Posted 8/26/11 10:56 AM  |
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acm1899
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Re: For those who have a portable generator
If you're connecting the generator to your main breaker box then you need a special switch installed. If you just plan to run certain appliances then you can plug them directly into to the generator. Remember that the generator must be placed in a well-ventilated area since it will release carbon monoxide as the motor runs.
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| Posted 8/26/11 11:21 AM |
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smdl
I love Gary too..on a plate!
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Re: For those who have a portable generator
Thanks!
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| Posted 8/26/11 11:27 AM |
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Nifheim
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Re: For those who have a portable generator
i run a cord out the window or door to the generator outside. I only have a tiny one that i would only run periodically for the refrigerator. I could care less if I have lights but would like to charge my cell phone periodically.
Cooking we plan on BBQ or using our firepit/fireplace.
My father on the other hand has it connected right into his box but he is one that can do the entire house and neighbors refrigerators.
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| Posted 8/26/11 12:28 PM |
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GoldenRod
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Re: For those who have a portable generator
Posted by Nifheim
i run a cord out the window or door to the generator outside. I only have a tiny one that i would only run periodically for the refrigerator. I could care less if I have lights but would like to charge my cell phone periodically.
Cooking we plan on BBQ or using our firepit/fireplace.
My father on the other hand has it connected right into his box but he is one that can do the entire house and neighbors refrigerators.
I have car chargers for our phones, so I'm just going to plug into the car once in a while to top off the phones.
I also have an inverter, so I can run wall outlet appliances off the car for short periods.
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| Posted 8/26/11 1:36 PM |
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luvmyReese
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Re: For those who have a portable generator
we have heavy duty extention cord to connect fridge/light to generator.. this way it wont burn out.. BF got from Home Depot and it was not cheap!
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| Posted 8/27/11 11:07 AM |
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MrsPorkChop
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Re: For those who have a portable generator
yes you need a transfer switch installed on your fuse box so i can control which fuses i want on and off
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| Posted 8/27/11 1:05 PM |
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LightUpOurLife
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Re: For those who have a portable generator
Posted by acm1899
If you're connecting the generator to your main breaker box then you need a special switch installed. If you just plan to run certain appliances then you can plug them directly into to the generator. Remember that the generator must be placed in a well-ventilated area since it will release carbon monoxide as the motor runs.
This.
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| Posted 8/27/11 9:37 PM |
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