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 ...

First-time buyers should find out which appliances they want to run and the wattage they need. Most generators can power between 2,500 and 5,000 watts — enough for your refrigerator and maybe a few ...