Bonding a 30-Amp Generator…
Does a 15-amp generator bonding plug also bond the 30-amp outlet?
Hey Mike,
I have a champion 4500-Watt Inverter generator for my 5th wheel trailer.
I use a ground to neutral bond plug in one of the 15 A outlets when connected to the trailer. Does this plug also bond the 30-Amp outlet that is connected to the trailer ?
Thanks - Randy T.
Hey Randy,
Yes it does…. Since all the grounds on a generator are tied together, and all the neutrals are tied together, then bonding one outlet bonds all of the outlets.
For a review of generator bonding basics please click HERE.
Let’s play safe out there… Mike
Mike, why do you think generators do not come equipped with a ground to neutral bonding switch? They could even label it to indicate that the unbounded position is for powering a home (or bonded load) and the bonded position powering an RV (or into fed load). Seems like that would make life easier for everyone. I also wonder if they could include sone smarts to check for a bond automatically and create a bond if it doesn’t sense one? I assume there is a reason this isn’t done and would like to hear what it is.