How to wire 4 prong generator plug?

Answer for USA, Canada and other countries running a 60 Hz supply service.

Stop! What...? Don't try to do that...!

Don't make a cable with the intention of plugging a generator into an outlet in your house, it is incredibly dangerous!

Power from your generator will back-feed into the power lines, posing a severe unexpected shock hazard to any line-workers who may be fixing the lines - the very same reason you are wanting to use your generator!

Plug your appliances directly into the outlets on your generator. If you want to power the outlets in your house from the generator you must do it right and install a proper 'generator transfer switch' at the main incoming breaker panel which is situated where the main electricity service cable comes into your house.

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As always, if you are in doubt about what to do, the best advice anyone should give you is to call a licensed electrician to advise what work is needed.

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