§ 151.081 GENERATOR POWER FOR RESIDENTIAL DWELLING.
   (A)   Generator.
      (1)   When a generator is used to supply power to home for an extended period of time it must be properly installed to house electrical panel and must pass city inspection.
      (2)   Generator, when running, cannot exceed noise levels defined per city noise ordinance.
      (3)   Portable external generators may be used in case of emergency only if utility power is unavailable if properly installed.
      (4)   Portable external generators may not be used for more than 15 days.
   (B)   Proper installation.
      (1)   Wiring from power source to dwelling must be capable of safely handling maximum rated continuous current from generator to dwelling.
      (2)   Generator interface into breaker box must have appropriate size breaker or fuse to safely accommodate maximum continuous current.
      (3)   If temporary connection is made the connector coming from the breaker box must be the female side of the connector combination or a receptacle which has no exposed terminals.
      (4)   Temporary connector receptacle and wiring must be solidly mounted.
   (C)   Temporary installation.
      (1)   Extension cord must have a current rating equal to generator output.
      (2)   Specific appliances such as refrigerator, freezer, furnace, and the like must be attached directly to the generator via extension cord.
      (3)   Temporary installation cannot “back feed” through house via inside or outside outlet from generator source of power.
(Ord. 15, 2015, passed 4-6-15)