Generac GP5500 Generator Engine

[TWG1572]

Originally Posted By: cancov
$499 is a great deal. This generator typically goes for $689 online. I wish I could have had a copy of the sale. I couldn't find it on theblackfriday.com.


I wish I could help you. It was actually in their "Thanksgiving Weekend" sale flier, not the specific black Friday one. Our recycling went on Monday, and their website only shows the current ads from what I can find.

 

[AandPDan]

Originally Posted By: TWG1572
How is the power feed set up on an interlock system? I'm assuming there has to be a 220V plug installed outside? Since I'm sure the double male "suicide cords" are frowned upon, is there a pigtail hanging off the wall or ?


Correct. A 4 prong 240 volt plug, an "inlet" (male), is installed. You use a 4 conductor extension cord, a male end for your generator and a female end for your inlet.

4 conductors - 2 hots, a neutral, and a ground.

 

[troyb43]

You still have the unbalanced load of the neutral going back on the ground wire. The neutral can "light you up" too

 

[JR]

A male recptickle plug in a gang box. i have one next to the welder that is used as my backfeed. mind you if the meter is pulled and turned there will never be a problem.

ken

 

[AandPDan]

Originally Posted By: troyb43
You still have the unbalanced load of the neutral going back on the ground wire. The neutral can "light you up" too


The neutral should be run as a separate wire and be bonded to ground at the main disconnect. It should not "light you up."