[rohrmann]

Originally Posted by LeftOverParts

We carry two portable, 2000 watt Champion gens just in case. They have a ground terminal and the instructions say to ground it.

FWIW, this OSHA link states when a portable gen should be grounded.

https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/f..._generator.pdf

I guess you didn't read the part that says:


Under the following conditions, OSHA
directs (29 CFR 1926.404(f)(3)(i)) that the
frame of a portable generator need not be
grounded (connected to earth) and that the
frame may serve as the ground (in place of
the earth):



The generator supplies only equipment
mounted on the generator and/or cord and
plug-connected equipment through
receptacles mounted on the generator


Thus, rather than connect to a grounding
electrode system, such as a driven ground
rod, the generator’s frame replaces the
grounding electrode


Hopefully, you aren't hardwiring your portable generator to your RV, but are using a cord and plug to make the connection. Also, do rigs that have a permanently installed generator have to drive a ground rod when they run their generator? Pretty sure they aren't governed by OSHA. I know I don't have to abide by OSHA rules anymore.


And, thank you for the link to the OSHA FACT SHEET. This helps when those concerned about if they need to drive ground rods need answers.