Connecting a portable electricity source to a building’s electrical system through an outlet, rather than through a properly installed transfer switch, creates a hazardous condition. This energizes the utility lines connected to... Read more »
Connecting a portable generator to a home’s electrical system improperly can energize the utility lines connected to the house. This reversed flow of electricity, often through the main electrical panel, is extremely... Read more »
A transfer switch for a standby power system facilitates safe connection between a building’s electrical panel and a temporary power source, such as an auxiliary generator. It allows the building to operate... Read more »
Connecting a portable generator to a home’s electrical system to power circuits during a utility outage involves specific procedures and equipment. This typically requires a transfer switch, a device that isolates the... Read more »