Hello, I'm looking for a definitive answer as to "best practice" for generator operation for A/C heat pumps.

Our current temporary moorage only allows a single 30amp connection, so we have been forgoing the A/C heat pumps, all three, and just using an efficient ceramic heater in main salon. we'r moving in January to a Marina w/50amp service.

I have read numerous posts here, along with the PDF Owners manual (we're fist time Carver Yacht owners, recently acquired) but i'm still confused If I can "safely" run 110V shore power on one panel and simultaneously run generator to run all three A/C units without issues on the other panel? The main panels switch is for AC power, but doesn't distinguish between Generator or shore power. Those "in-the-know" please advise.

What happens to the "un-used" A/C shore power cord ? is the cord "back-fed" and the connection end now "hot"? Do I need to get a cover for the shore side male end in order to "safely" to stow it under the stairs?

Thanks,
Cliff & Beth Mathison