Standy Generator Parts Compatibility
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Standy Generator Parts Compatibility
I wanted an automatic standby generator to us a backup for the furnace, water pump, refrigerator and a few lights. I was thinking I could get buy with a small generator so I went ahead and got a new GE 8kw standby generator(model #040444). This generator is normally packaged with a 50 amp switch and controller for a limited number of circuits. I did not get the prepackaged switch.
Can I use any automatic transfer switch as long as it's amp rating is "greater" then the amp capacity of the generator as long as I keep the number circuits from the switch matching the capacity of the generator? I'm asking this because I have a 200amp main panel and I might want to either put in a 100 or 200 amp transfer switch so the generator may be upgraded with a larger generator unit in the future.
Can I use any automatic transfer switch as long as it's amp rating is "greater" then the amp capacity of the generator as long as I keep the number circuits from the switch matching the capacity of the generator? I'm asking this because I have a 200amp main panel and I might want to either put in a 100 or 200 amp transfer switch so the generator may be upgraded with a larger generator unit in the future.
Last edited by xk49jr; 11-19-13 at 06:14 AM.
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Can I use any automatic transfer switch as long as it's amp rating is "greater" then the amp capacity of the generator as long as I keep the number circuits from the switch matching the capacity of the generator?
I'm asking this because I have a 200amp main panel and I might want to either put in a 100 or 200 amp transfer switch so the generator may be upgraded with a larger generator unit in the future.
My best advice is to buy and install the transfer switch intended for this generator.