John Grabowski wrote:


"HeyBub" wrote in message
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John Grabowski wrote:


There should be grounding requirements in the installation
instructions. Generally there is an external ground lug on the frame
or housing of the generator. This would get connected to your
grounding electrode conductor for lightning protection. There should
also be an equipment grounding conductor that is run with generator
conductors to the transfer switch or panel that you will be supplying
the generator power to.

Lightning protection? You got wire that'll handle 7,000 Amps?


LOL. What do you think ground rods are for? For a generator a #10 may
only
be required. For a house a #6 or #4 will suffice.


This was my question as I read this thread. The OP said something about
standing next to the generator and having different potential. But my
understanding about "grounding" in this case is that its about lightning.
I don't think there will be any current flow from the generator through a
person's feet and into the soil no matter how its wired or what he touches.
Is that correct?


CLG