Generator Neutral To Ground Bonding

[@ramcity05]

Amazing 🤩

[@GeraldsLyfeProjects]

Thanks So Much! It really lifted my spirit!🤗

[@zl1booker]

thank you

[@GeraldsLyfeProjects]

You're welcome

[@jaysonstebbins2539]

Just inherited the same one. Thank you. Doing the same to my house. What all can you run off yours? I have a carrier 3 ton heat pump. Any issues with the total harmonic distortion? I hear its high on this particular model.

[@GeraldsLyfeProjects]

Yes, the total harmonic distortion for this generator is rated as high as 23% which is not good for sensitive electronics. The WGEN9500 was able to start and run my 3.5 ton air conditioner but not on the 1st initial try. The 2nd try didn't require as much starting amperage which allowed the air conditioner to run. However, you might say that I am cheating, because I am really just routing the generator's power through a Sol Ark 15k Inverter to mostly charge the rack mounted batteries in my solar system.

[@jaysonstebbins2539]

@GeraldsLyfeProjects makes sense. Thanks alot!

[@GeraldsLyfeProjects]

I’ve attached a video to directly address Greg’s comments about a “toaster”and the “NEC CODE”. Check this out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpOQdnSmr7N0fLMsi=zVSP0eo54Vw1CU2c

[@GeraldsLyfeProjects]

Here’s another video addressing Greg’s comments: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zpukdatvpa2tbpYsi=VvVA3qTHSTb1tr1l

[@GeraldsLyfeProjects]

Please, check out this video also from an electrical engineer: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKergoF9qpyLl5osi=_LWZYGyuUmMsgZrj

[@gregmay2155]

Now your toaster can kill you if there is a fault. NEC code says generators are to bonded. The only time you have to worry about grounding is when using a transfer switch. Then a ground rod is needed for the generator. Your literally playing with fire

[@GeraldsLyfeProjects]

WOW GREG…, WOW!!!! I purposely never show how my generator is directly connected to my house, because this video is pertaining to basic “ground to neutral bonding with a generator connected to a house”. But, I do have a question…, Is a generator interlock kit installed on a breaker panel considered a “transfer switch”????

[@gregmay2155]

@GeraldsLyfeProjects No it is not. They are two completely different connections that work two completely different ways. Judging by the size and brand of your generator I assume your using an interlock. It also doesn't matter how you are directly connecting to your house. NEC code says ALL generators are to be bonded. Unless you think you know more than the engineers that determine codes. Which also is unlikely by the way you pronounce "continuity". I can also tell by how new and shiny your meter is that you just bought it and are likely to get yourself, a family member, or a friend electrocuted. Good luck

[@GeraldsLyfeProjects]

Please watch this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpOQdnSmr7N0fLMsi=zVSP0eo54Vw1CU2c kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKergoF9qpyLl5osi=_LWZYGyuUmMsgZrj kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zpukdatvpa2tbpYsi=VvVA3qTHSTb1tr1l kzbin.info/www/bejne/kKCsiGObhahjl80si=bLcL9rEtwbnR7yaJ

[@workharddieproud]

Nothing wrong with that but it should be noted that, IF the portable generator is to be used as a standalone, like to power corded tools, devices, appliances such as that dangerous toaster, then the generator needs to be bonded. IF you use the generator as backup power for the house and you a have a service panel / meter and or a sub panel / breaker box in the house and one of those is bonded, then the generator needs to be a floating neutral, not bonded. Any body pulling a NEC code from a google search needs to actually research the full NEC Code pertaining to the different types of generators and the different uses.