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Q: What size wire should be used to connect a 60A output from a generator to the distribution panel?
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When do you know when a generator is working?

Depending on the type of generator, you can measure the voltage at the output. Assuming it's a regular 120 volt AC generator, the output should measure 120V AC. If it doesn't, you may have problems.


Can you hook up 20 amp power generator to 15 amp house outlet?

You should never hook a generator to any house outlet, no matter the current. I assume you are looking for a quick and dirty way to connect a generator to your house in a power outage situation. This should only be done through an approved disconnect switch.


How many items can you connect to a 4500 watt portable generator during an power outage?

The number of items you can connect to a 4.5 kW generator circuit depends on the items available and on the importance of each item. A refrigerator should be plugged in first, followed by lights. Maybe ten lights; since your generator will need ample reserve to keep from stalling when the refrigerator cycles over. A fan may be operated; but an air conditioner would likely be out of the question.


How long can a 3000 watt generator power a TV?

A 3000 watt generator can run from 8 to 20 hours on a single tank of fuel, depending on how heavy the load is. This type of generator employs an Eco system where if the load is shut off, the generator slows down to an idle state and stays there until the load is sensed again. On re sensing the load the generator speeds up to its rated output. Since a TV is on the very light end of the load, the generator should remain operating on the top end of the hours scale.


Can an extension cord plugged on a 230V socket outlet be used to connect a fully wired container with a distribution box?

You should know the maximum current drawn from the distribution box (in amps) and that must be less than the current that the extension cord is able to supply.

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When do you know when a generator is working?

Depending on the type of generator, you can measure the voltage at the output. Assuming it's a regular 120 volt AC generator, the output should measure 120V AC. If it doesn't, you may have problems.


Advantages and disadvatages of a self excited induction generator?

The main disadvantage should be obvious - when the output voltage of the generator is used to provide field current to the generator....what happens if the output voltage sags? If the output voltage becomes depressed, the output power of the generator is compromised (becomes less and less), this in turn can cause the output to become more depressed, leading to an incrementally decreasing output capability. The main advantage is cost savings.


What would be minimum capacity of transformer betweed generator and 220 kV transmission line system?

At a minimum, the main step up transformer for a generator should carry 105% of the full MW output of the generator.


Avoiding Overloading Your Portable Generator?

Using portable generators is a good idea in a power outage to prevent food from spoiling in the refrigerator and keep other necessary appliances functioning. Resist the temptation to overload your generator. You should not connect more appliances to the generator than is specified by the generator's output rating. Doing so can cause extensive damage to your appliances, so prioritize what you absolutely need and wait for the power to come back on for the rest.


How do you make generator output voltage stable?

Inside the generators junction box there will be termination points that the generator coils terminate on. On the inside of the lid of the junction box there should be a diagram for different connections allowed for that generator. By moving jumpers around across these terminals a variety of voltages can be obtained.


What actions to be taken should a main generator circuit breaker stay connected?

I don't understand the question. <<>> If your generator's main breaker does not trip when an overload occurs on the generator's output the breaker's trip setting needs to be looked at. Usually the molded case breaker's face cover can be removed. This will allow you access to the trip settings. Set the overloads to the maximum generator's output. The short circuit setting should be set at 250% of the maximum generator output. If these parameters can not be met on the existing breaker there might be a chance that the breaker has been changed out at some point in time and the wrong breaker was installed at that time. This scenario happens quite frequently on remote operations where the service has to be maintained and the site doesn't have a second back up generator. The site supervisor usually says "just make it work".


In MySims kingdom how do you start the computers?

You need to find a power source first. Such as, a windmill, etc.. Then you need to connect a generator to the power source. Then after the generator is working, you can connect wires from the generator, to the computer. After it is all connected, the computer(s) should be up and running perfectly! :) However, if you put a computer inside, there is no need to do all that work. A computer will work without a power source if it is inside.


Is there such thing as a sump pump connected to a generator?

Yes, a sump pump can be connected to a generator to make it operate. Keep in mind that the starting current of the pump motor could be 300% of the running current and the sizing of the generator should take this into account. If you are looking for the sump pump using a mechanical connection it will connect to the engine and not to the generator.


Can you hook up 20 amp power generator to 15 amp house outlet?

You should never hook a generator to any house outlet, no matter the current. I assume you are looking for a quick and dirty way to connect a generator to your house in a power outage situation. This should only be done through an approved disconnect switch.


How do you connect 2.1 home theater to 5.1 onida DVD player?

The DVD player should have a simple 2 channel stereo output connectors. Use these.


Working of function generator?

After powering on the function generator, the output signal needs to be configured to the desired shape. Typically, this means connecting the signal and ground leads to an oscilloscope to check the controls. Adjust the function generator until the output signal is correct, then attach the signal and ground leads from the function generator to the input and ground of the device under test. For some applications, the negative lead of the function generator should attach to a negative input of the device, but usually attaching to ground is sufficient


How to compute the minimum load of 16 MW generator?

A generator, rated at 16 MW, should be able to continuously supply a load of 16 MW. You don't need to compute its 'minimum load', because the minimum load will be zero watts! In other words, you can run the generator with no load whatsoever if you wish to waste fuel.The point is that the power supplied by a generator is determined by the load, NOT by the generator itself -so it is important that the generator is capable of supplying the maximum load applied to it. A generator's 'rated power output' simply tells us the maximum load it is capable of supplying.