Honda generator and electrical grid
Might I ask a question here unrelated to motorhomes? The topic of portable generators often comes up here and on other forums. I am thinking of buying the Honda "Companion" portable generator, and I a...
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Ron3rd wrote:owenssailor wrote:SAR Tracker wrote:
Here in Central Oregon, we have "emergencies" once in a while. I just run an extension cord inside from the generator to a power strip, running the fridge, freezer, TV, and laptops. Longest I've had to run them is 28 hours. Normally, the generator stays in the garage.
I really hope you shut off the main beaker to your house when you do a jury rigged approach like this. Otherwise you can send 120V power out to the lines where people are working. This could hurt or kill them!!!!!!!!
That's why he's asking the question.
Running stuff from an extension cord from a generator is not endangering line workers as the extension cord is not connected to the homes wiring nor the power grid. I would not have the genny in the garage though unless it is not attached to the house. Some have died due to CO poisoning doing that.
