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Old 02-23-2011, 12:10 PM   #26
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Originally Posted by Rusty View Post
Why can't you answer a post without being sarcastic?

I said "Hooking up $75, 20-25 ft long cord to your existing circuit panel without a transfer switch is not recommended". The key words in my statement are "without a transfer switch". You didn't say that you hooked it to an interlock switch or anything else.
Maybe you think that average person should know that, but I don't think so.
No, I think you guys are too sensitive. I wasn't being sarcastic.

A licensed electrician would know about the interlock (this is not a transfer switch). I was giving a geveral description of how the generator is hooked up, not a detailed "how-to". Hey, all I'm trying to do is give someone the information about the most economical way to get a generator set-up.

And to add, the Fire Marshall's office said that the generator is to be 10 ft from the house. I did not get into details about portable vs fixed and venting, etc, etc. The NEC is also subject too interpretation and despite all their efforts, ambiguity still exists. I also happen to have an NEC code book right on my desk....
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