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What to do before you start a generator so you don’t trip breakers instantly
When the lights go out, a portable generator can feel like a lifeline, but if you rush the startup, you can end up staring at ...
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If you connect a generator to your home’s main electrical panel when the power goes out, you need to make sure the main breaker is shut off. Otherwise, when the power comes back on, you (or the ...
Sales of portable generators tend to spike around major storms. But getting a portable generator up and running in a hurry often means bypassing the recommended installation procedure and making do ...
Generator connection kit The InterLock Kit is designed to allow homeowners to safely connect portable and standby generators to their home. The kit locks out the main breaker in the existing home ...
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The extension-cord setup that’s safer during an outage and the one that isn’t
When the lights go out, the way you string together a few cords can quietly decide whether your home stays safely powered or ...
Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? No one likes to be in the dark during a storm. Those who live in cities may not ...
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