The Basic Steps For Standby Generator Installation

By Brian Martin


It is a common phenomenon in most states or big cities to be hit with power outage for hours. Such power outages cause huge losses to big businesses and especially manufacturing companies which are forced to temporary stop their production. Stoppage of production leads to unprecedented expenditures. To avoid these losses, it is good to find an alternative source of power. Standby generator installation is a process that requires a professional touch, DIY is not encouraged.

Before purchasing a generator, one has to explore a number of factors. These factors will help a person in decision making process. One will be faced with the question of the size of motor to acquire and many other questions which make it necessary to have these factors in mind. First answer the question of why you need an alternative source of electricity.

Once the standby dynamo is up and running, it supplies sufficient power to all connected electrical circuits. When the utility power comes back, transfer switch automatically signals standby generator generally to shut off. When installing your motor the following simple instructions should be observed.

The cost of servicing and maintaining a big generator is quite huge that is the sole reason why it is not suitable for small companies. Bigger companies enjoy economies of scale and have a bigger profit margin that is why they can afford to buy, service and maintain huge dynamos. Small enterprises should purchase medium sized motors and have them installed in their premises.

Line voltage cable should be established by an electrician. Make weekly tests that should last for at least twenty or thirty minutes. Buying and installing such equipment can be taken as an investment for various reasons. First it is safe to live in a house or neighborhood with such alternative power source. In terms of safety, one will not probably mess with power cords and gasoline as the motor will turn on automatically.

At the base of the concrete pad, should be gravel bed that is strong and compacted. When a generator is running, it has a tendency of vigorously vibrating and if it is not tightly fixed to the ground, it can move. To curb such movements, one is advised to use stainless steel bolts to tightly hold it on the concrete pad. A gas pipe is important for a motor that uses gas.

Get a competent plumber to make you natural gas pipe or line to generator. It is wise to have the motor tested on weekly basis. On every test, let the dynamo run for around thirty minutes. Each time generator kicks on, there is diagnostic signal that is sent to the homeowner basically through internet.

If a generator is needed to act as back-up in a manufacturing company, the company will definitely need the biggest motor they can get. Cost is also another important factor to consider. The cost of purchasing the equipment, carrying cost and installation cost should be considered first.




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