How to Install Transfer Switches

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How to Install Transfer Switches?
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What is Transfer Switch?
A transfer switch can be either automatic or
manual. It serves to redirect electricity from
the primary source to the backup source. These
are typically used with generators hardwired into
homes or businesses. A manual switch requires
human intervention in order to convert the power
source. This could be as simple as the click of a
button or the flip of a switch. However, an
automatic transfer switch requires no
intervention on your part whatsoever. When the
power shuts off, your automatic transfer switch
will detect the power lapse and do its job on its
own.
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Installation of Transfer Switches
First of all, if it is not installed properly, it
will not work. And if the improper installation
damages the generator in any way, you may find
yourself voiding the warranty. And finally, any
time you are dealing with electricity, safety is
of the utmost importance. If you are not a
licensed and trained electrician, your best bet
is to leave it to the specialists to handle for
you. They will do a good job and eliminate all
the worries.
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Maintenance of Transfer Switches

• Shut down the switchgear
• Clean away any grime with a special solvent.
• Inspect insulation for cracks and discolorations.
• Inspect contacts for pitting and discolorations.
• Inspect arcing contacts for corrosion.
• Inspect control relay contacts for erosion and
  discolorations.
• Manually check the transfer movement for proper
  action.
• Inspect wire connections to the switch control.
• Turn on the switchgear and test it by imitating a
  source failure.

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Benefits of Transfer Switches

• They make the use of a generator safe. In many
  localities, you are required to have your
  generator transfer switch installed by an
  electrician, which helps to go an extra step
  further in ensuring the safe use of your
  generator in your home or office.
• They can also make the use of your generator much
  more convenient. It is possible to opt for an
  automatic generator transfer switch so that when
  the power goes out, the source of your power can
  switch automatically over to your generator and
  you will not lose power to the important systems
  in your home.

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