Got generator - Use 4 Prong or 3 Prong (photo attached)

mikehookipa

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Hey guys

I got a generator for mobile detailing but a bit confused about which plug to use.

I'm running a MetroVac blower (19A, 120V, 2280 watts).

Should I be using the 4 prong twist lock outlet or the regular 3 prong outlet? I'm confused because I can't find a 4-prong-to-3-prong adapter. The MetroVac uses the regular 3 prong plugs...

Specs of generator:
generator.jpg



Thanks!
 
I'm no electrician but the 4 prong is for 240v, in your diagram it's showing 2 hot wires so that equals 240 v. Pretty sure you just need 120v for vac
 
The reason you can't find one is because you would be going from 110 volt to 240 volt. You would fry your blower. I rent generators for a living
 
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