One of the decisions you will have to make before embarking on your shopping trip to buy a home generator is whether or not you should go for an automatic one or a portable manual model.
Here is some information for you on both models, that should help you narrow down your choice to the one that will best suit you, your home and your family. There are basic and fundamental differences between the two, but you should be able to make your decision quite easily once you have a better understanding of their functions.
Automatic Standby Power.
Automatic standby power does exactly what it says on the tin. It is connected directly into your home power supply, where it is constantly reading the signals from and knows from these signals when you have lost power from your mains supplier. As soon as this happens, your standby power automatically switches itself on. There should be no interruption or loss of power during this time, but this will depend on the type of model that you have. How long will your backup run itself for? Well, this again will depend on what size and model you have connected, and you should check this out with the manufacturer if you are unsure.
For me, the best thing about having automatic stand by power is the fact that it will kick in and work even when you are not at home. This is worth its weight in gold. The last thing you need when you are away is the worry that your house is at risk in the event of a power failure. Because remember, when you lose power, you will also lose any protection that your home has been afforded by many of the alarm systems that are on the market. (Again always check with your suppliers to confirm how your alarm system works during a power outage).
There are lots of people out there who see a loss of power in a neighborhood as an opportunity to seek out and target those homes that are not as prepared as others. One man's loss is another man's opportunity is the motto of those who are up to no good during these difficult times.
Portable Standby Power.
Portable power again essentially does what it says on the tin. It is not fixed in one place and as such you can move it around where and when needed. For example, if you have a shed at the end of your garden you can bring it down there and run it. Then if you need it in your workshop or garage, you can move it and install it there. Your portable power will not (in most cases) turn itself on in the event of a power failure. You have to be there to get to it and manually switch it on. So this is a big difference. You need to ask yourself if that suits. For elderly or at risk people, you must be sure that they are in a position to do this, or have someone who can help them out with it.
The other consideration with portable power is the required fuel source. You must always make sure that you have whatever fuel your model uses available, and then some to spare. It is no use having a propane portable generator if you do not have the fuel to run it.
There are other differences between the two, but these are the deal breakers in my opinion, and you can very quickly decide from them, which is the best solution for you and your home.
Of course, the other choice you have is to go for one of each. This way you will be making sure that all angles are covered and that you are doubly insured against any form of inconvenience during what can be a most inconvenient time.
Friday 5 February 2010
Friday 22 January 2010
Home Backup Power
Home Backup power
If you're reading this article then you already know why you need a Generator For Home Use. I'm just going to give you some simple information on how to select one that is right for you. Keep it simple, it is not complicated.Millions of people all over the world buy and use back up generators.
Every household should have one. Buying them is a simple task they start off very reasonably priced, if you just take a little time and care. Often it is only when you suffer a power outage that you really understand the benefit of having one.
You will get back the money you pay for a generator over many years of invaluable use, if you just follow the simple manufacturers instructions for keeping it maintained.
Generators come in all sizes, shapes and models Below is a little advice for you in advance of your purchase.
1. Buy from a supplier that you have heard of and that has a good name.
2. Propane are very popular as are portable for their flexibility.
3. If you get confused about what size you might need, then take some advice from a certified electrician. He or she will just ask a couple of simple questions and then advise. You will not have to pay for advice like this.
4. All good suppliers will have this information available on their websites anyway
5. Only buy when you have read through reviews from existing users, this is ultimately the best way to chose any generator, you can hear the bad things as well as the good things, which is invaluable information that you won't get direct from the suppliers or their specs.
6. Always remember about your perishable food when calculating any loss you may incur during a power outage
The Peace of mind that an automatic generator can afford the owner is worth the price that you will pay.
For more information on backup power for your home take a look at GeneratorsForHomeUse at http://generatorsforhomeuse.org
If you're reading this article then you already know why you need a Generator For Home Use. I'm just going to give you some simple information on how to select one that is right for you. Keep it simple, it is not complicated.Millions of people all over the world buy and use back up generators.
Every household should have one. Buying them is a simple task they start off very reasonably priced, if you just take a little time and care. Often it is only when you suffer a power outage that you really understand the benefit of having one.
You will get back the money you pay for a generator over many years of invaluable use, if you just follow the simple manufacturers instructions for keeping it maintained.
Generators come in all sizes, shapes and models Below is a little advice for you in advance of your purchase.
1. Buy from a supplier that you have heard of and that has a good name.
2. Propane are very popular as are portable for their flexibility.
3. If you get confused about what size you might need, then take some advice from a certified electrician. He or she will just ask a couple of simple questions and then advise. You will not have to pay for advice like this.
4. All good suppliers will have this information available on their websites anyway
5. Only buy when you have read through reviews from existing users, this is ultimately the best way to chose any generator, you can hear the bad things as well as the good things, which is invaluable information that you won't get direct from the suppliers or their specs.
6. Always remember about your perishable food when calculating any loss you may incur during a power outage
The Peace of mind that an automatic generator can afford the owner is worth the price that you will pay.
For more information on backup power for your home take a look at GeneratorsForHomeUse at http://generatorsforhomeuse.org
Tuesday 6 October 2009
Generators For Home Use - How Do They Work
How does a generator for home use work?
Generators for home use or standby generators are designed to automatically provide electricity to your home during a power outage. The automatic system constantly monitors utility power 24 hours a day.
When power from the utility line fails, the automatic transfer switch (ATS) will safely disconnect the utility feed wires and connect the generator feed. This eliminates the harmful back-feeding of electricity from the house’s generator power to the utility lines.
A signal is sent, starting the generator for home use and powering up your home’s circuits. Automatic generators continue to monitor utility power and reverse the “switch” when the power outage ends. They return to standby mode, waiting for the next outage.
Unlike a portable generator, you do not need to activate any switches since the process for your generator for home use is completely automated. And because they run on propane or natural gas, you don’t need to find and transport gasoline on a daily basis.
Most generators for home use are designed to exercise themselves once a week, a function that can be set/adjusted by the owner. During this exercise period (approximately 12 minutes) the engine is lubricated, the battery charged and a diagnostics check is run.
Some manufacturers offer diagnostic reporting inside the home to alert the owner to any potential programs associated with the generator’s operation.
More at GeneratorsForHomeUse
Generators for home use or standby generators are designed to automatically provide electricity to your home during a power outage. The automatic system constantly monitors utility power 24 hours a day.
When power from the utility line fails, the automatic transfer switch (ATS) will safely disconnect the utility feed wires and connect the generator feed. This eliminates the harmful back-feeding of electricity from the house’s generator power to the utility lines.
A signal is sent, starting the generator for home use and powering up your home’s circuits. Automatic generators continue to monitor utility power and reverse the “switch” when the power outage ends. They return to standby mode, waiting for the next outage.
Unlike a portable generator, you do not need to activate any switches since the process for your generator for home use is completely automated. And because they run on propane or natural gas, you don’t need to find and transport gasoline on a daily basis.
Most generators for home use are designed to exercise themselves once a week, a function that can be set/adjusted by the owner. During this exercise period (approximately 12 minutes) the engine is lubricated, the battery charged and a diagnostics check is run.
Some manufacturers offer diagnostic reporting inside the home to alert the owner to any potential programs associated with the generator’s operation.
More at GeneratorsForHomeUse
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