Portable Generators

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Portable generators can provide a convenient source of back-up electricity when a storm knocks out your power, but improper use can be dangerous. These tips will help you keep your family safe while you keep your lights on.

• Read the operating instructions carefully before operating the generator. Each generator has a rated wattage, the limit for how many appliances it will safely power. Add together the appliances' wattages to determine how many you can plug in and not exceed the generator's capacity.
• Place your generator outside of your house, away from eaves, in a well-ventilated area to avoid carbon-monoxide poisoning.
• Plug appliances directly into the generator, using properly rated and sized extension cords if necessary. Hooking the generator to your household electric system is extremely dangerous to you, your neighbors and utility workers.
• If you must hook a generator to the main electrical panel, contact a qualified electrician. Your home must be disconnected from GRU's electrical system and a transfer switch needs to be installed to avoid "back feed" from the generator.

If you own a business, consider signing up for GRU's back-up generation service, AttenGen!