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Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Question:
Hi Charlie, can two generators be hooked into a 400-amp service feeding two 200-amp panels of a single-family dwelling-unit? Regards, Jessie Thurlow.
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Answer:
Hello Jessie, in general yes you can have multiple alternate or parallel power sources for a single-family dwelling unit. Article 702 provides guidance on special requirements for these Optional Standby Systems. Additionally, Article 705 provides guidance on the Interconnected Electrical Power Production Sources.