Wiring a house
by Rex Cauldwell · first published 1996
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This classic reference book on home wiring for homeowners, electricians and apprentices has been completely updated to reflect changes to the electrical code since it was first published in 1996. New material on home generators, lightning protection and wiring "above code" has been added to this edition. Featuring new design and color photos throughout.
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I'm seeing a lot of generator hookup DIY naysayers in here - and caution is warranted - but c'mon this is HN; and it really isn't complicated stuff if you have a good reference. Get 'Wiring a House' by Rex Cauldwell and start with Chapter 14: Standby Generators. It's all in there. I put 4 circuits (well pump, fridge, server, entertainment) on a three way switch panel and we've been using the generator…
on “Wiring a Generator to Your House” ↗For electrics - Rex Cauldwell's "Wiring a House" is written in an accessible manner that shouldn't send you to Google too often. A copy of the NEC helps if you want to really understand everything (or being willing to dig through contractor forums…
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