One of the biggest mistakes one can make with a generator is to attempt to use it with a double male extension cord. These ...

KPRC 2 Investigator Amy Davis talked with fire officials about her generator and the common mistakes people make with generators that could be deadly. You want to know what you’re buying, and the only ...

When the power goes out and a portable generator roars to life, the weak link in your setup is often not the machine, but the cord you grab in a hurry. One specific extension-cord shortcut, using a ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Portable generators are useful for a lot of things, from providing power during camping trips to ...

(NAPSI)—Generators are pretty handy when the weather is bad but it’s generally a good idea to follow a few simple safety ...

*When outlets are limited, it’s tempting to use extension cords and power strips to plug in all your devices. However, for certain appliances, this quick fix can pose a serious fire hazard. As CNET ...

Ideally, you don’t use your portable generator often. But you don’t want this key piece of emergency equipment to let you down when you need it. How can you make sure your generator is always ready to ...