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1. #UNIVERSAL GENERATOR ACCESSORY KIT INSTALL#
2. #UNIVERSAL GENERATOR ACCESSORY KIT MANUAL#
3. #UNIVERSAL GENERATOR ACCESSORY KIT PORTABLE#

#1 Conntek 20602 L14-30 4-Prong 30 Amp Generator Cord Make sure that it is of a reasonable length for convenient installation and operation.

#UNIVERSAL GENERATOR ACCESSORY KIT PORTABLE#

This generator accessory must also have two different plugs, one for the transfer switch outlet, and one for the portable generator outlet. They should also be able to carry the same amperage as your generator. As most portable generators operate outdoors, these cords should be heavy duty to handle any extreme weather conditions.

#UNIVERSAL GENERATOR ACCESSORY KIT INSTALL#

The poisonous carbon monoxide fumes from the generator engine exhaust can drift indoors, presenting a health hazard.Įxtension cords are useful generator accessories that help you to properly install your generator in an ideal location while ensuring that electricity delivery from the generator is safe. The exhaust pipe must be positioned in such a way that the fumes released do not pollute nearby doors, alleyways, corridors, or windows. As per recommended practice, they must be placed at least 15 feet away from any buildings or large immovable objects.

It can be used with any portable generator, by simply using the GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) protected outlets. This is a safe and universal transfer switch, which prevents back-feeding.

#UNIVERSAL GENERATOR ACCESSORY KIT MANUAL#

#2 Generac 9855 HomeLink 50-Amp Indoor Pre-wired Upgradeable Manual Transfer Switch Kit

This way you can safely use back up power, in case there is a power outage. #1 Reliance Controls Corporation 31410CRK 30 Amp 10-circuit Pro/Tran Transfer SwitchĪllows you to easily perform a portable generator transfer switch installation, whether it’s for your home or office. The type of switch you choose will mostly depend on your preferences and budget. However, with an automatic switch, which is programmable depending on the size of your generator, the electrical load is transferred automatically. With a manual switch, you will be required to flip a switch when there is a power outage or when mains power resumes, to transfer the load to and from to the generator. There are generally two types of transfer switches:īoth switches are suitable for a portable generator. It is also required that transfer switches always be installed for RV and residential backup generators. In the United States, a transfer switch is a non-negotiable it’s a legal requirement for portable generators connected to any home or building. This switch is essential because it changes the load from one source of electricity to the other, and in the case of portable generators, from the mains electricity supply directly to the generator and vice versa.Ĭrucially, this piece of kit prevents two power sources from simultaneously feeding into the generator’s circuit, which can be extremely dangerous. Wrapping It Up Portable Generator AccessoriesĪ transfer switch is one of those generator accessories that you must consider having for your portable generator.