Summary: Lets take a look at the difference between a portable generator and an emergency power generator and what makes them very dependable.
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An emergency power generator is designed to automatically start and transfer the emergency power to the required electrical circuits without any assistance when the emergency generator see's that the normal electric utility power is not available.
When the normal power source is restored, the emergency generator will automatically shut itself off.
These features are normally part of the larger emergency power generator units, such as the 13 kw size. When the A good quality home electrical generator provides 13 kilowatts of power on both natural gas and LPV. Equipped with a powerful industrial engine and an improved alternator design, our 13 kW model is truly in a class by itself.
The Features and Benefits of a 13kw Emergency Generator
A quality 13 kW standby generator system can start some 4-ton air conditioners** with plenty of power left over for a host of key circuits.
With a 13 kW you will have all of the coverage you get with the 10 kW model, plus the power to back up an two additional circuits. Quality pre-packaged system will come with a pre-wired, 12-circuit load center that is fast and easy to install.
You should get all this for less than the cost of a large screen plasma TV!
Breakthrough Design: Newly designed alternator can start a 4-ton* air conditioner with plenty of power to spare
Circuit Coverage: Protects 12 circuits of your home
Automatic Voltage Regulator: Quality electrical output for sensitive electronics
Electronic Governor: Fast response to changing electrical loads
Industrial Engine: The ONLY air-cooled engine designed specifically for generators
Longest Life Expectancy in the Industry: Over 3,000 hours of run time
No break-in required
2 year, 200 hour service intervals
Superior Paint: Textured, powder coat paint process provides better coverage and superior bonding for unmatched durability and all weather protection
UL Listed: For safety and certified power ratings
Clean Burning Fuel: Natural gas or LPV
A 13kw Emergency Generator System
13kw Emergency Generator System Controls
13kw Emergency Generator System Transfer Switch
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Home Generator – Selecting a Home Generator Selecting and Installing a Home Generator Home Generators for Alternative Power In some locations a generator may be used as the main source of electrical power, or a generator may be used to supplement another source of alternative power. Which ever may be the case, a location for the generator must be defined so […]
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Installing a Home Generator
Electrical Project Skill Level:
Licensed Electrical Contractor, Not Recommended for Homeowners.
Electrical Tools Required:
Electricians pouch of hand tools and the various power tools necessary for installing the generator and transfer switch. Estimated Time:
Depends on the type and size of the generator and transfer switch and the available access to the project area. Electrical Safety:
Any existing electrical wiring within the immediate area that may interfere with the installation of the transfer switch may need to be relocated if necessary.
Electrical Wiring Parts and Materials:
Electrical parts and materials for generator wiring projects should be approved for the specific project and compliant with local and national electrical codes.
Electrical Codes and Inspections:
Installing a generator and transfer switch must be well thought out and performed with a permit with all work being inspected.
This is a testing tool that is a Non-contact tester that I use to easily Detect Voltage in Cables, Cords, Circuit Breakers, Lighting Fixtures, Switches, Outlets and Wires. Simply insert the end of the tester into an outlet, lamp socket, or hold the end of the tester against the wire you wish to test. Very handy and easy to use.
This is great to troubleshoot a problem with outlet circuit wiring, is also used by most inspectors to test for power and check the polarity of circuit wiring.
It detects probable improper wiring conditions in standard 110-125 VAC outlets
Provides 6 probable wiring conditions that are quick and easy to read for ultimate efficiency
Lights indicate if wiring is correct and indicator light chart is included
Tests standard 3-wire outlets UL Listed Light indicates if wiring is incorrect, Very handy and easy to use.
A wire stripping tool used to safely strip electrical wires.
This handy tool has multiple uses:
The wire gauges are shown on the side of the tool so you know which slot to use for stripping insulation.
The end of the tool can be used to grip and bend wire which is handy for attaching wire onto the screw terminals of switches and outlets.
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