If you don't like the drone of a small generator, you're going to HATE the bark of a 706 running a PTO generator all night.
Do you have neighbors? They're going to run you out of town on a rail after the first power outage, and you fire up that 706.
Plus, it's going to use a LOT more fuel, which could be a problem if there's a major disaster and gasoline becomes scarce.
Is the only reason for the bigger generator to power the electric range? If it were me, I'd rethink my priorities.
Two things I'd change:
1. Get a REAL transfer switch.
Even if you turn off the 200A main panel breaker, I have read that there is a very real possibility that you are still backfeeding into the power grid. Whether it's a myth or true, it's not worth anyone's life.
2. Get that generator out of the garage!
Just having the door open isn't enough. You need THROUGH ventilation. If the wind is coming from the right direction with the door open, it just acts as a "ram air" scoop and pushes the exhaust right into the house!
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