Generator ground

[D.Rater]

First let me say thanks for responses to prior questions. I've found this site to be an invaluable resourse. Today's ? is; recently bought a 5500w gennie that says to connect it to a gnd rod. a) is it necessary b) will a gfi rec. eliminate shock hazard ?

 

[bphgravity]

Re: Generator ground

(A) - You have to both follow the NEC requirements and the manufacturers instructions. In either case, it is an absoulte waste of time and materials

(B) - yes, GFCI's reduce shock hazards.

 

[don_resqcapt19]

Re: Generator ground

will a gfi rec. eliminate shock hazard ?

No...it only acts to limit the duration of the shock.
Don