A quick solution is to use a 2 to 3 prong adaptor and plug it into
the GFCI, so that the equipment grounding function is isolated
between the generator and the system wiring.
Ground the generator separately to a rod if it is fixed in place. If
it is a portable generator, this isn't required, a
Jeremy,
Most modern portable "contractor's special" generators have
GFCIs, because seldom are they used with a ground connection.
The GFCI is incorporated as a safety feature and the neutral is
integrally bonded to the chassis of the generator. By hooking
Wrenches
I recently visited a site where their backup gen has GFCI outlets used for
input to the FX inverter.
They finally tried to charge the batteries, and it trips the GFCI.
As a test I replaced it with a standard outlet and it works fine.
I have never used a gen with GFCIs, In fact most a
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