I looked at the GenerLink which is a great idea, however the cost of $650 ($750 with surge protection) was so high. I went with a 50 amp breaker (in my main panel) linked to a generator through an inlet box outside my house. This was much cheaper.
I believe in most if not all areas this setup you describe would be illegal. If you don't remember to shut off the main breaker the power will back feed into the main grid and could harm electrical workers working on the outage.
@@Cat-pk5cr Actually, it’s not a code violation if it is approved by the local utility company. Baldwin County Alabama EMC not only approved this item but the sell and install them.
Thanks for great presentation .Generators with bonded neutral needs to be modified to floating which is required for generlink. Should there not be a concern or worth mentioning Hazard of using extension cords from generator now when generlink cord is disconnected as connection of cord is providing neutral bonding though house panel I usually mark generator with warning for customers (NEUTRAL Modified to Floating do not use as a seperatly derived system ). I am assuming it does .Thanks for the great video much Appreciated Brian
I noticed on the generlink site that many bonded neutral generators are compatible. What happens if you use a bonded neutral generators with generlink?
Works well with the Predator “9500” (7600 continuous) inverter type generator. I believe all grounds are bonded to chassis on that model. The meter box ground runs right down the house exterior so I buff a spot shiny on it and clamp a 8AWG battery cable between it and generator ground. Does not have enough watts to run central A/C, and I don’t use oven or dryer just in case, but has enough to operate most everything else without taxing that size generator too much
Question on turning the house breakers off before starting the generator when connected to the Generlink. My understanding is that all breakers are turned off except for the main breaker? That the main breaker stays on at all times? Is this correct?
I sure wish my electric company would allow this.
Very clear and concise. Tons of insight as how it rarely operates. Thank you!
Its like having a fire extinguisher! I have used mine only twice but works great. peace of mind during jnclement weather
Got one last December and got to use it about a month ago. Simply and easy to use. I really like mine!
Thanks for a simple and easy to understand explanation
When is the 50 amp coming out?
Good simple and comprehensive guide - thank you
Thank You! Very good information.
I looked at the GenerLink which is a great idea, however the cost of $650 ($750 with surge protection) was so high. I went with a 50 amp breaker (in my main panel) linked to a generator through an inlet box outside my house. This was much cheaper.
How much did it cost you to install that, did you get an electrician or did you do it yourself?
@@nic7694 I ran the wiring myself for about $260. The wiring to the panel is simple.
I believe in most if not all areas this setup you describe would be illegal. If you don't remember to shut off the main breaker the power will back feed into the main grid and could harm electrical workers working on the outage.
Code violation
@@Cat-pk5cr Actually, it’s not a code violation if it is approved by the local utility company. Baldwin County Alabama EMC not only approved this item but the sell and install them.
That's just a transfer switch you also get a double though disconnect that manual you switch by hand
Thanks for great presentation .Generators with bonded neutral needs to be modified to floating which is required for generlink. Should there not be a concern or worth mentioning Hazard of using extension cords from generator now when generlink cord is disconnected as connection of cord is providing neutral bonding though house panel I usually mark generator with warning for customers (NEUTRAL Modified to Floating do not use as a seperatly derived system ).
I am assuming it does .Thanks for the great video much Appreciated
Brian
I noticed on the generlink site that many bonded neutral generators are compatible. What happens if you use a bonded neutral generators with generlink?
EXCELLENT question@@kevingrant5602
Works well with the Predator “9500” (7600 continuous) inverter type generator. I believe all grounds are bonded to chassis on that model. The meter box ground runs right down the house exterior so I buff a spot shiny on it and clamp a 8AWG battery cable between it and generator ground. Does not have enough watts to run central A/C, and I don’t use oven or dryer just in case, but has enough to operate most everything else without taxing that size generator too much
Thank you
Would I still need to install a transfer switch panel indoors or would it work off the main circuit panel?
Question on turning the house breakers off before starting the generator when connected to the Generlink. My understanding is that all breakers are turned off except for the main breaker? That the main breaker stays on at all times? Is this correct?
Yes that's correct. The main stays on.
Would this work with a 2000wh solar generator/battery?
Looks dangerous.
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It is UL approved and also approved by the utility company
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Only IF you stick your tongue in there