Last month we bought a generator and had a 10 circuit Transfer Switch Panel
installed (about $600). If we lose power, the generator cord plugs into the
Transfer Panel and we can choose which circuit(s) and how many of them we
want to run at the same time. This type of set up was the safest and easiest
for us to operate. The size of the generator depends on how many circuits
you want to run at one time. The Honda web page has some good information on
it. We were told that Honda was the quietest generator made, but it is very
expensive (we bought a Briggs & Stratton) and our needs didn't justify the
high cost. The generator directions recommend that the owner provide
protection for three sides of the generator while it runs to protect it from
the weather elements.


"TheMightyAtlas" wrote in message
ups.com...

I want to get a generator just to run my furnace fan if the power goes
out during the winter. We are in the Boston area, and the snowstorms
are pretty fierce. I know that 3750kw will be plenty of power for what
I need, but is this as simple as running the generator outside, running
an extension cord into the basement and plugging my furnace fan into
it. Or I guess, plugging everything in, and then starting teh
generator.

Does the generator run even when no power is being drawn from it. Also,
would the thermostat work without power? What about the furnace itself?