Does this generator need a grounding rod?
1688343
I don't know ,I have never used one with it.There is a grounding lug on the generator
1688344
If I'm using it on a dock until I get electric to it, do I need to worry about grounding? And if so, how? ie. I'm powering my boat lift with the generator.
1688345
It depends... If you're using it for emergency power in your home using a transfer switch the answer is no. While hot and neutral are disconnected, ground is not. Thus, the home electrical box provides a proper ground. If you are using it in a non-transfer switch scenario, then yes, you should consider using an independent earth ground. If you have copper or iron pipes, simply tie the ground of the generator to one of them. They will work fine. If plastic plumbing, then drive a three for four foot galvanized or copper rod into the ground close by and attach to it and you'll be fine. That, or run a ground wire to the frame of your electrical panel if more convenient. It will provide a proper "common" ground. If you're not using it for emergency power in the home, just use GFI protected extension cords. They will reference the electrical ground of the generator. If there is any possibility of making contact with a "hot" wire, the GFI will immediately open and protect from a dangerous shock.
1688346
It is always recommended to ground the unit, the gen. has a ground lug, ground wire and rod not included
1688347
Only if you keep it in the same place all the time or lf the place was damp all the time it will work just fine without being grounded.
2184226
you must run a ground cable from the control panel screw for gnd, to a ground rod which is in the ground beside the generator.
1371076
I have pulled grounding rods using the puller and a chain with a hook on the end. I'm not sure what your circumstances are though so I'm not sure if that will work for you or not.
1699093
Yes. I attached it to a metal pole and grounded it at the base of the pole. 8ft ground rod with a hose clamp to pole.
1598766
Yes, the ground wire is solid core. You don't really need a stranded wire for this application. The main factor in any use of wire in the ground is the insulation factor. You need to make sure and not scrape off any insulation while placing in the ground and if going under a graveled area, or anywhere a vehicle packs down the dirt or gravel, run it thru plastic conduit.This will keep the insulation and or wire from breaking and save some headaches.
1674237
No you do not. I plug it into the grounding outlet with the cord provided and it's fine. My son prefers to use the long grounding rod directly in the ground. The wire is long enough to come up through the window.
994653
I have never grounded my generator. It is grounded to the frame by the manufacturer. Unless your local municipality requires it I don't see the need. HOWEVER, if you set it up improperly by choosing not to connect it to the house by use of a transfer switch or other isolating equipment you can cause a major problem and fire at the generator. What I am saying is never back feed it into the house, you are just looking for problems. Having said all that it can be grounded by driving a grounding stake deep into the ground and attaching it to the grounding lug on the generator's frame.
1886972
Yes if you connect only the line and neutral to the unit and unit is not grounded in through its mounting. I mounted this unit in a car, which is obviously not connected to the earth ground because of the tires. During a power outage, I plug a 10AWG extension cord into the unit. The line and neutral of the extension cord are wired to a power transfer switch (not the ground wire as mentioned earlier). I have powered the house this way without tripping the CFCI outlet on the unit.
1649084
If you have a generator that the neutral is bonded to ground you can buy a special transfer switch that has switching neutrals.Or you can buy this transfer switch and unbond the neutral on your generator. Then attach the generators ground to a grounding rod in the ground. In your case I think you need the switching neutral model.
2172215
Nothing. You should be able to hook that stuff up directly to the power outlets of the generator.
1137689
As this is electric and used in water, you do need to plug it into a GFI outlet. This outlet should already be grounded using the house wireing. Your house ground is typically a long copper rod (pole) sunk deep into the ground. I use this heater in my small pond all winter long. It rests in a clay pot near my fountain intake which I also leave run all winter long.
1572472
You should ask an electrician why it needs one, but I know it won't work without it being grounded.
281973
It has a two prong plug. Check with the manufacturer to see if it has built in ground protection.
1891912
Yes - it will be grounded to the house ground. But you will have a double neutral bond unless you disconnect the bond at the gen (see the manual) or use neutral switching transfer panel (still works though). Used as standalone not connected to house it is recommended to use a grounding rod even though it is neutral bonded.
338729
Yes! The generator isn't hooked up permanently but this set up is hardwired next to your service panel. This is supposed to allow a safer and more efficient power switch to your backup power supply. I ordered a long cable so I could run from the panel all the way through my house to the outside of our garage.
1400669
A grounded outlet is recommended, not necessarily a deicated oultet. I could not use this machine as it did not have 230v
1704495
No. It does not, but it starts much easier than other generators I have had.