Transfer Switch
A transfer switch allows for the switch of power from a primary source to a secondary one or, put another way, from utility power to emergency power. The transfer switches are usually used in conjunction with an emergency back-up power generator and can be either a manual switch, automatic switch, or a combination of manual and automatic.
Whatever the type of transfer switch, they all operate the same way. Transfer switches allow the generator to operate without the threat of the electricity back feeding into the utility lines. They do this by separating the emergency circuits from the utility line during a power outage.
Different specific types of transfer switches are a “break before make” transfer switch, a “closed transition” transfer switch, and a “soft-loading” transfer switch. The difference between these is essentially in how they manage the transfer of power.
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All About Transfer Switches
A transfer switch helps control the flow of electricity to and from a home during an interruption of service caused by a storm or other power outage. Learn how to incorporate this must-have item into your home’s electrical system.
How to Install a Transfer Switch
Learn more about the installation of transfer switches. Although impractical for the novice, seasoned DIY experts and trained electricians will find the process of installing a device to control the flow of electricity to a home during a power failure within reach.