Sunday, April 24, 2016

The Simple Benefits Of Standby Generators

By Michelle Bailey


Standby generator is commonly known as back-up dynamo and its an electrical system that basically operates with minimal human intervention or automatically. The system needs little or no human intervention as it can restart itself when power goes off and switch itself off when power comes back. Within just a few seconds of power outage, the automatic transfer switch will sense the power outage, immediately command back-up electricity to start. Standby generators are very ideal for tall buildings with lifts or elevators since they basically power elevators or lifts when utility goes off.

This back-up dynamo once they start they begin transferring electrical loads to this generator. Then the system will start supplying power to circuits restoring back normalcy. After the normal power has returned or immediately power comes back, automatic transfer switch will transfer electrical load back. This electrical load is returned back to utility and then a signal is made signaling the generator or dynamo to shut off.

The electrical load will return back to utility then a quick signal is sent to generator unit instructing it to shut down. The system basically assumes standby mode waiting for another outage another day or time. People are advised to subject this system to some weekly self-test for maximum performance. The unit should at all times be at a position to efficiently and effectively perform.

Since it is quite an uphill task to predict with certainty the day and time there will be an outage, it is then recommended to service the system on weekly basis. Generally most generators will operate using the following types of fuel. The fuels are propane gas, diesel and others run on natural gas. Choose the system that is convenient for you in terms of fuel and power capacity.

Fire protection systems also require these power systems for safety purposes. Residential backup generators are today increasingly becoming common since they can provide backup source of electricity to air conditioning systems and household appliances. Security systems of a home or commercial building will definitely require backup power to ensure these security systems never goes off.

HVAC are also systems that need continuous power supply and any outage can really inconvenience the way people live especially in hot summer seasons or winter seasons. Household appliances also need power and in the event of outage they simply do not function. Backup generator can ensure that all household appliances are functioning at all times.

The following are some question one should answer before acquiring a power unit. A person should first evaluate power requirements of their building or homes. An individual power needs can basically be tied or determined by budget. A person should evaluate what systems in a building really need power in case power goes off.

When there is an outage, one should establish whether the backup generator should run the whole building or only those emergency loads. When sizing especially for emergency loads, all emergency circuits should be determined in advance. Work with a competent electrician when installing the backup power system to ensure only the most important circuits is connected. Next thing to consider is fuel type. Gasoline is the largely used fuel for backup systems.




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