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How to Pick the Perfect Power Cord

By Jim Baugher, Product Expert (Bolingbrook, IL)

"If you're new to portable generators, the electrical equations may look as foreign as high school algebra. Don't worry. You can put the math books and calculators away. Selecting a generator power cord is simple. 1. PICK THE RIGHT AMPS Port..

July 18

How to Pick the Perfect Power Inlet Box

By Jim Baugher, Product Expert (Bolingbrook, IL)

"Power inlet boxes act as a gateway between the inside and outside world. Portable generators must run outside since they emit deadly carbon monoxide gas. The trick is getting the electricity safely inside the house. Your electrician installs..

July 14

How to Pick the Perfect Manual Transfer Switch

By Jim Baugher, Product Expert (Bolingbrook, IL)

"A manual transfer switch is installed beside the main electrical panel, and then it's connected to the circuits you'll want running during a blackout. When the power goes out, you simply crank up the generator and run a single power cord from it ..

July 10

How to Pick the Perfect Power Transfer System

By Jim Baugher, Product Expert (Bolingbrook, IL)

"NEVER backfeed the electricity into the house. If done incorrectly, you can electrocute utility workers repairing downed power lines. For safety's sake, we strongly recommend hiring a licensed electrician to install a power transfer system (starti..

July 06

Sizing A Generator Based On Square Footage

By Jim Baugher, Product Expert (Power Equipment Direct, IL)

"A good rule of thumb for this type of estimate is not to do it at all. Every application is different in one way or another because of the equipment in the home, not the size of the home. It is crucial to properly evaluate your wattage requir..

May 20

Air-Cooled vs. Liquid-Cooled Generators

By Jim Baugher, Product Expert (Bolingbrook, IL)

"The more electricity that you want to generate… the more complicated the generator. As the name suggest, air-cooled engines -- think lawnmower – intake cold air to keep it from overheating. Air-cooled standby generators can generate up to 20 ki..

May 10

How To Find An Affordable Generator

By Jim Baugher, Product Expert (Bolingbrook, IL)

"Generator are quickly becoming as common as lawnmowers in some regions - especially in Hurricane country. Many homeowners acknowledge that they need a generator, but they still think the price isn't right. You can finally afford that generator ..

March 15

How to Keep Your Basement From Flooding

By Jim Baugher, Product Expert (Bolingbrook, IL)

"You’ve already spent thousands of dollars and countless hours converting your concrete dungeon into comfortable living space. The last thing you need is a tidal pool of sewage infiltrating your new home office or wet bar. A simple flash flood o..

March 01

How to Pick the Perfect Gen-Cord

By Jim Baugher, Product Expert (Bolingbrook, IL)

"Extension cords work well with small generators because they only generate enough power for one or two appliances. The most common way to use a portable electric generator is to place it outdoors, then run extension cords through an open window o..

August 01

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