Transfer Switches, Interlocks and Safe Hookup: What an Electrician Actually Does
Plugging a generator into a house the wrong way is dangerous. Here is what transfer switches and interlocks do and what to ask an electrician.
Category: Backup Power
Plain-English guides to portable and standby generators, portable power stations, load sizing, fuel storage and safe hookup — for the household that wants the lights back on without guessing.
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Gas, Propane or Dual Fuel: Choosing, Storing and Maintaining Generator Fuel
Stale fuel is the commonest reason a generator will not start. Here is how fuel types compare and how to store and test safely.