Generator use
Is there a problem running your generator when plugged into shore power. I have my RV plugged into shore power and would like to run the generator, is this a problem. I just like to run the generato...
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MrWizard wrote:
every few months, we get this question
the answer is WHY take chances by being LAZY, take the two minutes to unplug shore power then start the generator, run for 30 minutes, with load
you want to get everything mechanical warm enough to dry out any moisture and blow out any dust, collecting on any parts
although NOT so common anymore, some transfer switches came with mechanical interlocks
they could not switch from shore to genny if shore power was on
the OEM transfer switch in my 95 Safari is that way
I keep mine plugged in 24x7, but I do unplug it when I exercise the generator. Mine's an '84, but there's no lock out. Genny takes priority. If I fire it up with the shore power hooked up, it will switch to the generator power.
