what is this >? It has 4 prongs. came with generator it Says pull and turn on plug .opposite end is a hole. How does this work? i am a novice. The generator has a outlet for this particular plug, How do i use this plug dont understand.
Thnks in advance
2007-01-08 09:25:06 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
It is likely either a L14-20 or L14-30 plug, common on many portable generators. It will supply 120/240VAC from the generator to a transfer panel.
Read my generator web page for more safety and connection instructions.
http://members.rennlist.org/warren/generator.html
2007-01-08 13:19:42 · answer #1 · answered by Warren914 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's called 'twist-lock' and it probably is anywhere from 30-50 amps at 240VAC (depends on the wattage of your generator). This plug is usually used in industrial applications: compressors, large power supplies etc.
However you may use this plug as a secondary power input for your house but I recommend hiring an electrician to do such an install.
2007-01-08 17:48:20 · answer #2 · answered by tropicalturbodave 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
turn and pull plags are built that way to secure the connection tightly to the euipment. You will find these type plugs are common in chemical plants where if loose they could cause flammables to combust when sparks are generated from a loose connection.
2007-01-08 17:35:49 · answer #3 · answered by Jekyl and Hyde 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
it is a 220 volt 30 amp plug
2007-01-08 17:29:44 · answer #4 · answered by BUBBA~THE~POOCH 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you pull it to turn the generator on i think but im not completely sure
2007-01-08 17:27:14 · answer #5 · answered by blabster91 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
220v outlet...
2007-01-08 17:32:54 · answer #6 · answered by mobileminiatures 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋