Sorry if this is a dumb question. Is this hooked up permanently and switched on off when using generator?
338726
The panels are mounted permanently. You have to physically plug in your generator to an exterior mounted plug which is provided, start your generator and then physically switch over the breakers on the new panel.
338727
This is a manual transfer switch You have to do it yourselfBy switching the main breaker in that manual transfer switch panel both ways Like a 3 way switch
338728
Yes It is a permanent install, usually mounts next to your main breaker panel, in the event ot a power outage you will start the generator and flip the top breaker for the generator on, really cool set up , I love it and many of my cleints like it too....
338729
Yes! The generator isn't hooked up permanently but this set up is hardwired next to your service panel. This is supposed to allow a safer and more efficient power switch to your backup power supply. I ordered a long cable so I could run from the panel all the way through my house to the outside of our garage.
338730
This transfer switch is connected to your commercial power fed and powers all the circuits connected to it all the time. When the power goes out you flip the breaker that draws power from the generator and disconnects it from your commercial power. The circuits that you choose to put into this transfer switch are no longer connected to the breakers in your previous panel, they are now connected to the transfer switch permanently. You will have a breaker in you commercial power panel that runs to the transfer switch and powers the transfer switch when commercial power is available. (clear as mud) This transfer switch is connected to your commercial power fed and powers all the circuits connected to it all the time. When the power goes out you flip the breaker that draws power from the generator and disconnects it from your commercial power. The circuits that you choose to put into this transfer switch are no longer connected to the breakers in your previous panel, they are now connected to the transfer switch permanently. You will have a breaker in you commercial power panel that runs to the transfer switch and powers the transfer switch when commercial power is available. (clear as... » Read More This transfer switch is connected to your commercial power fed and powers all the circuits connected to it all the time. When the power goes out you flip the breaker that draws power from the generator and disconnects it from your commercial power. The circuits that you choose to put into this transfer switch are no longer connected to the breakers in your previous panel, they are now connected to the transfer switch permanently. You will have a breaker in you commercial power panel that runs to the transfer switch and powers the transfer switch when commercial power is available. (clear as mud) « Show Less
1633576
I bought the generator in case I ever lost power. So far I only used it on a monthly basis to test run and it starts right up each and every time. I also have a trickle charge on the battery to ensure that the battery is fully charged. But so far NO PROBLEMS WHAT SO EVER!!
474963
Yes it is ON-OFF-ON, No matter what the description says, but it works fine for my application.
96698
mine is hooked up to come on when I start the radio and goes off when I turn off the radio. I thank the instruction said something about hooking it uo different but I chose to keep it on when the radio was on. hope this helped
2190325
I have it wired to run from the inverter until the generator starts. It then switches to generator until gen is turned off then switches back to inverter.
1662773
Regardless of whether there is an on/off switch I would suggest unplugging the unit when not being used for an extended period. This is a 120VAC unit and should be plugged into a receptacle rather than being hard wired.
310333
If wired correctly it should drop out and go to the main line any time the gen shuts off or is disconnected. It should come on when the generator line is hot and swithsc to the gen from the main after a time delay.
1891204
No. It is set up to go on and off at pre-programmed times. There is another product that shuts off power after a fixed time.
1077793
You do not want to run it with a generator because it is worthless! It is the most worthless item I have ever purchased. You are bettert 0ff operating a fan. It does not perform well.
1601502
No. But you'd have to wire the power to a live source when ignition is off.
2006688
I am sorry but I can't give you an accurate answer. The generator has never been used. Actually I have never taken it out of its box. But it is still available and I hope someone can answer your question.
2182623
None at all. Right now I have one hooked up in the camper to turn my volt meter on and off. The volt meter measures the 14v battery connection which is direct current.
1357641
A generator is not designed to permanently replace utility power. Although you can run it for extended periods of time, it should not be "always on" as a replacement for power from the grid.
2025778
Are you plugging this into the generator? I don't see why it wouldn't work...
1260363
Mine is set up with (1) a generator, and (2) battery/inverter. I have it default to generator if its running, otherwise inverter. If running generator is turned off, the transfer switch automatically, without delay, switches to inverter. If generator is not running but is fired up, there is a small delay before power is sourced from generator (to allow the generator time to reach operating speed--few seconds). In the first case, at most, a light bulb might dim slightly for just an instant at the switch occurs--hardly noticeable. The transfer switch has other setting for other configurations--might check the installation manual.
1920763
It's not a momentary solution. Power stays on until YOU decide to "unclick" it. It is an awesome lil gadget. I totally recommend it.
1181817
No. The unit will not stay powered on. As soon as you turn it on, it turns off.