Using RV generator as backup for house?
My electricity is still on in Middle TN, no worries. But that may not always be the case in the future! If I have a transfer switch properly installed, is there any reason I can't use the RV gene...
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How many watts is your genset set?
You could run some of the items using a simple extension cord.
Furnace is the problem child. If motor is 120 volt, you could install a double pole/ double throw motor switch. Center contacts would be to motor, one input from house panel and one set from short extension cord with 15/20 amp cord body. If motor is 240 then odds are your genset will not handle it.
As often as many areas have power issues it would not be cost effective to rewire house system to add transfer panel for a few circuits.
You could run some of the items using a simple extension cord.
Furnace is the problem child. If motor is 120 volt, you could install a double pole/ double throw motor switch. Center contacts would be to motor, one input from house panel and one set from short extension cord with 15/20 amp cord body. If motor is 240 then odds are your genset will not handle it.
As often as many areas have power issues it would not be cost effective to rewire house system to add transfer panel for a few circuits.
