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Re: Power generator working off PTO
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Posted by jdemaris on January 09, 2005 at 07:40:54 from (209.23.28.157):
In Reply to: Re: Power generator working off PTO posted by I would get this connecti on January 09, 2005 at 07:21:33:
Gee wiz, guess I should of kept my mouth shut. First of all, I HAVE a transfer switch that I use if the power is going to be off for a long time. It is also the only means I have of using the full output of my PTO generator. But, that being said I also have the capability to backfeed into any one of the four 50 amp welding outlets I have. To do this takes a degree of knowledge and common sense but IS subject TO human error. National and local code - for electrical work and general construction, in part, is there to protect the general public both from themselves and the errors of others that we might get exposed to. I understand that. As far as the power company goes, I used to be a lineman for Public Service Electric and Gas. We were taught, right from the beginning, to treat ANY line as if it is hot, no matter what. I don't believe that has changed.
As far as what I do here, I AM NOT recommending it to ANYBODY. But, for my own use - yes to a degree I still trust myself and don't need some government agency micromangaging everything I do. I have dual power shutoffS - one at the main breaker and one at the pole. What I do is safe unless I lose my mind and do something stupid. If I DO lose my mind, I guess there are lots of other things I can do that are more dangerous than my "dealdy" two-ended plug.
Again, I am not RECOMMENDING that anyone do as I have done - but come on guys, lighten up!
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