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You have it the wrong way around, you plug the load into your generator.

Never plug a generator into a house unless you have the proper disconnect installed. To do so will put you and your house in danger. Plus you are a danger to anyone working on the main line supplying power to your house.

Things that could happen.

1 You could feed power to the main line which can kill or injure anyone working on the main line.

2 Without the proper control switch. You could be subject to large fines.

3 If the power company finds out. They could pull your meter. Taking your house off the grid.

4 You will be liable for any damage you cause. Also your insurance could be canceled.

5 If power comes back and back feeds your genset. It will turn into a smoking pile of junk.

6 If you need a generator at your house. Have it installed the proper way by a company that does installs.

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