Shore power and generator
I have a 2014 Winnebago class A with a Onan generator. Just wondering if I can start and run generator while I'm plugged into 50amp service. Just want to make sure it won't ruin anything. THANKS
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wildmanbaker wrote:
Seems like a moot point is being argued. This is no different than a auto-transfer switch in a stick and brick house. You loose shore power, and an auto-start generator starts, when it comes up on power the TS goes to the generator. This protects utility workers from electrocution when residents have a emergency generator. The two sources do not come together at any time. Unplugging shore power before starting your generator, is kind of like changing your oil before putting you MH in storage. The people doing the work, or selling you the oil like it, but what does it buy you?
Yes but even in your scenario the power is off when the genset is started.
At the end of the day . I don't have a whole house surge protector on my house but I do on my RV. The entire RV power supply scenario is more volatile than at the stix and brix.
Unplugging is a simple precaution that does not cost me anything and is easy to do. All I'm wasting is a few step to the pedestal. Makes it a no brainier for me.
