[Mark Henry]

Originally Posted by NotaBRG

I went cheep with an interlock kit. It's doesn't do much of what you are looking for, but it'll keep me safe with no chance of backfeeding the grid.

https://www.amazon.com/SD-200A-Generator-Interlock-Homeline-outdoor/dp/B014EDF6MA/ref=br_lf_m_ygrrgha4cdpg6ay_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&s=hi

So I guess this, an inlet plus extension cord is the cheapest route.
I get what it does, backfeeds through a 30 amp double breaker and the plate slides so only the mains or generator can be switched on, locking out the other breaker. Basically a lockout.

My panel is a siemens so I think it's this kit.
https://www.amazon.com/MUR-200A-Murray-Siemens-Generator-Interlock/dp/B014ECGCQK/ref=pd_sbs_60_8?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B014ECGCQK&pd_rd_r=FVX5T5SAZVKJ55QTZJYX&pd_rd_w=6nuuz&pd_rd_wg=Z9XDJ&psc=1&refRID=FVX5T5SAZVKJ55QTZJYX

Only bad is not knowing when the power comes back on. I'm rural so no street lights to give me clue.