Portable generators are useful in an outage or emergency. However, some everyday appliances will suffer damage or stop working if you plug them into one.

Your home generator can power plenty of devices, but there are some items you should keep unplugged to avoid damage, overloads, or tripping the system.

There are many reasons why you might want to own a generator. They make for great backup power sources during a blackout, they're useful for outdoor events, as well as for RV or other off-grid trips, ...

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