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- The generator is installed outside of the
house
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- The automatic transfer switch monitors electricity from the
power company constantly.
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- A natural gas or liquid propane source is
connected to the generator (this may require having a liquid propane
tank installed)
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- In the event of a power loss, the ATS waits a preset
amount of time, then tells the generator to
start.
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- An automatic transfer switch is installed
between your regular electric service and your power distribution
(circuit breaker) panel. A brief power interruption will be necessary
during this step.
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- Once the ATS senses that sufficient electricity is
flowing from the generator, it switches from power company electricity
to generator electricity. This flows through your regular circuit panel
restoring power to your home.
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- The electrical output from the generator is
also connected to the automatic transfer switch.
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- When electric service from the power company resumes, the
ATS switches back to power company electricity and tells the generator
to cool off and shut down.
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- The system is tested, ready, and standing by to
react when needed.
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- The ATS and generator resume monitoring the electricity
from the power company, ready to help when needed.
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The generator will also
perform an automatic self-test periodically to ensure that it is ready for
emergency operation. This interval is usually set between once a week and
once a month. A minimum amount of fuel is consumed for this testing. Power to
the home is not interrupted during this test.
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