A generator transfer switch is the legal and proper way to power your home with an emergency generator. There are three main types: automatic, manual transfer sub panel and a breaker interlock. Each has varying degrees of complexity, benefits and expense. ...
Before installing the typical interlock system, turn off every breaker and verify all the plugs lights, and appliances it feeds. It’s very handy to make yourself a note book for the generator with this informaiton in it. The first position transfer switch might include the lights in the gara...