Generator InterLock Kit - Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I connect my generator breaker to my generator?

A Generator Convenience Outlet is set near your generator and is hard wired (NM wire) to your panel. An extension cord that is matched to your generator is used to connect the generator to the Generator Convenience Outlet. The extension cords are a standard 10 ft length but can be made to 20 ft and 40 ft lengths and are sold only in conjunction with our Generator Convenience Outlets because of the numerous possible combinations with other manufacturers outlets. Note: the Generator Convenience Outlet's amperage must match that of the generator breaker.

How do I use the generator to feed my panel?

Back Feed Breakers (generator breaker)
The back feed breaker is how the power from your generator gets
into your panel and the breaker style must match the style of your panel.
You can either order the amperage breaker that you need (check your
generators owners manual) or just tell us the size of the generator you plan
to use and we can match the size and style of the breaker for you.

Generally , people use a 30 amp back feed breaker and convenience outlet for generators up to 8,000 watts and a 50 amp back feed breaker and convenience outlet for larger units. For generators with outlets greater than 50 ampx, please consult the factory.

How do I free up spaces for my Back Feed Breaker?

Piggyback Breakers
To install the back feed breaker you will need 2 or 3 available spaces (to find the number of free spaces you will need, look in the ‘panel requirements’ on the panel selection page for your kit. If you do not have enough free spaces in your panel you will need to order one piggyback breaker for each space that you need to create (
A piggy back breaker creates two spaces from on space.) If you order from us we will select the correct style and number of piggyback breakers that you will need based on the InterLock kit and the information that you provide for us. Please note that if you remove a 15 Amp breaker from your panel you should order a 15 Amp piggyback breaker to replace it. This also means that you should have another 15 Amp breaker somewhere in your panel to pair it with. If you are removing a 20 Amp breaker then the same should apply. If you need to pair a 15 Amp and a 20 Amp breaker then you should order a 15/20 Amp piggyback breaker