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         Generator transfer switches are essentially an electrical power transfer device. This means that when the local or conventional source of power supply isn't available, they switch-on the power supply from the generator. The transfer switch should be of premium quality since it should be able to keep the two sources of electricity isolated. During phases of repeated power outages, the swapping between the primary power supply and generator-powered electricity can recur at short intervals. The generator transfer switch should be able to handle such demanding situations. Thus, it is vital that homeowners planning to install generator transfer switches know about the various options available in this niche. Types of Generator Transfer Switches Include:-

Choosing the right transfer solution for power applications requires information about the technology and the applications.

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IN ANY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, a transfer switch functions to remove electrical load from one source of supply-usually because of a power failure-- and transfer that load to an alternate source. In some systems, that's done manually. Most often, however, the switch operates automatically. The technology is not new (EA June 1997).

What To Know About Transfer Switches? A generator transfer switch is necessary to isolate the generator from the utility system when you install a back-up generator to your home’s wiring system. Failure to properly transfer your power places you, your family and utility workers at great risk of electrocution.

How to Install a Power Transfer Switch? A generator transfer switch (TS) allows normal alternating circuit (AC) line voltage to connect with the utility power, but when there is an AC problem, the switch diverts the electric load to a generator. The law states that you must install a power transfer switch before you connect a generator to a building's electrical wiring system.

Transfer Switch Wiring: How to Wire a Transfer Switch Transfer switches are basically used for switching power from a primary power source to a secondary or tertiary power source. They are useful for emergency power generators, in order to back up power from the utility source. A transfer switch may be a manual switch, automatic switch, or a combination of both. It becomes necessary to transfer power from a primary source to secondary source in case the incoming power quality deviates from set limits. A transfer switch is made up of an actuator and a toggle mechanism. An actuator can be activated either manually or automatically, in order to supply energy to the movable contacts on the toggle mechanism. Transfer switches prevent the damage of utility equipments by allowing for operation of the generator without back-feeding to the utility.