Re: Home circuit breaker box question


>
> NononononoNO! NEVER run emergency power that way!
>
> For starters, circuit breakers don't work reliably in reverse.
> That's why they have a 'Line' and 'Load' side. If you get an overload
> while running your generator into an outlet, the breaker may not trip.
> This could easily start a fire, damage your generator, and cause your
> home insurance carrier not to honor claims related to any damage from
> such activity.
>

Circuit breakers will work just fine in reverse, the current is AC so it's
reversing rapidly anyway but either way it makes no difference at all.
There's plenty of other reasons not to do what he's contemplating though.


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