What is A "Properly Installed and Operated Generator?"

Recent news headlines (“Home Generators Could Re-energize Downed Wires, Utility Warns”) are bringing much attention to the possibility of people becoming injured by back-feeding downed utility lines.

But as noted by Vince Maione, region president of Atlantic City Electric Company, “properly installed and operated generators can eliminate the problem”.

“There are (3) critical factors to a properly installed and operated generator” said Jim Rowland, managing partner of Quality Electric Service


“Only when each of these is in place, can a homeowner or business owner be certain that their portable or permanent standby power system meets all safety requirements:

1.     There must be a transfer switch (manual or automatic) to make it physically impossible for the generator power to be accidentally connected to the utility grid

2.     Have the generator system installed by a technician that is trained and certified by the manufacturer of the equipment to assure that the installation meets all warranty requirements

3.     An inspection of the entire generator system by the local Construction Official provides an independent confirmation that all minimum safety codes and standards are satisfied

 

“As a Generac PowerPro Dealer, we continuously exceed a stringent set of requirements to ensure that each of our customers receive a best-in-class sales and service experience when purchasing Generac products. "

 

“With a dedicated and experienced staff of Power Generation Experts, we provide 24/7 support, maintain appropriate parts inventory, and consistently receive the highest reviews from our customer base” said Mr. Rowland.

Quality Electric Service
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