SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
l The National Electrical Code requires the use of a transfer
switch or other suitable transfer equipment whenever a
portable generator is connected to a building's electrical
system. Transfer switches isolate generator power from
utility power and prevent backfeeding of electric power
into the utility system.
DANGER
DO NOT connect to a building's electrical system
unless the generator and a transfer switch have
been properly installed and the electrical output
has been verified by a qualified electrician. The
connection must isolate the generator power from
utility power and must comply with all applicable
laws and electrical codes. Failure to properly isolate
the generator power could cause property damage
and create a dangerous backfeed of electricity
which could kill or seriously injure utility workers.
WARNING
switches and equipment to isolate generator power
from utility power. Using non-approved transfer
switches can result in death, serious injury, and
equipment damage.
l Installation and maintenance of this transfer switch must
be performed by a qualified electrician in accordance
with applicable electrical codes. Some jurisdictions
may require the installation to be inspected by local
authorities. Keep all relevant installation, inspection,
and maintenance information.
WARNING
are improperly installed and maintained could result
in electrocution or fire, which can cause death or
serious injury.
Fire and electrocution hazard.
Use
approved
Using transfer switches that
DANGER
transfer switch or any electrical equipment while
barefoot, with wet hands or feet, while standing in
water or in wet conditions. Doing so will create a
dangerous electrical shock hazard that will result
in death.
DANGER
with care during installation. Never mount or wire
a damaged transfer switch. A damaged transfer
switch could malfunction and create electrical
hazards that could result in death, serious injury,
and equipment failure.
WARNING
professional should wire and install transfer
switches. Improper installation can result in death,
serious injury, and equipment or property damage.
l Always ensure that the main circuit breaker in the load
transfer
center is in the OFF position before installing the transfer
switch, changing the electrical source, or performing
maintenance.
DANGER
main circuit breaker in the load center OFF before
connecting circuits to the transfer switch. Contact with
live terminals will result in severe electric shock,
personal injury, and death.
DANGER
emergency, immediately shut the power OFF. If
necessary, separate the victim from live conductors
using non-conductive items like a PVC pipe or wooden
broomstick. If the victim is unconscious administer first
aid and get medical assistance immediately. Failure
to act promptly will result in death or serious injury.
Do not wire or operate the
Handle
transfer
switches
Only licensed and qualified
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