ESSENTIAL CIRCUIT
ISOLATION
Essential electrical loads are loads that will be powered
by the Home Generator System. Essential loads are
grouped together and wired into the transfer switch.
TO THE INSTALLER: Consult with Home
Generator System owner(s) to discuss their
selection of essential circuits, described in
generator operator’s manual.
DO NOT overload generator as described in generator
operator’s manual.
The Switching Neutral Manual Transfer Switch is
connected to the branch circuit side in the main
distribution panel.
All wiring must conform to federal, state and local
codes.
The illustration in Figure 3 depicts the Home
Generator System while utility is supplying
120/240 Volt, single-phase electrical service.
Figure 3 — Typical System Diagram with Essential Circuits
INSTALLATION
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