When the power goes out, you simply hook up your generator to the Power Supply box and turn on the Transfer Switch. New to the scene for home back-up power, is the Generlink meter mounted transfer switch. This type of transfer switch is extremly easy to install less then an hour but must be installed by your electrical utility provider and be approved by your electricity provider as well. While most states and provinces allow the installation of the Generlink transfer switch, some do not.
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To learn more about how to install the Generlink meter mounted transfer switch, have a look at the video below:. Make the investment, and install a back-up power transfer switch or a Generlink meter mounted transfer switch.
Although it is slightly more expensive, it is probably the safest and legally permitted. Have the inlet hook up outside the home: Ensure that you never connect your generator to your breaker box directly. Have the inlet hook up fixed outside the house and go for a male connector that can connect to any panel system that is installed inside the house.
Most probably the house will be provided with a receptacle, if not you may have to get it installed.
Ensure that the installation is done by a professional and remains up to the code; otherwise, you may not be eligible for insurance coverage for your home. And with the power to the house still turned off at the main electrical panel, plug the generator into the outdoor receptacle. Flip the switches on the transfer switch from Line to Generator.
Check to see if the generator is delivering power to the selected circuits.
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