Call FKEC Member Service at (305) 852-2431. The GenerLink™device can only be installed by an FKEC technician.
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The device will be billed to your electric account after it has been installed.
Yes. GenerLink™ is an interconnection device that enables you to connect your portable generator directly to your home’s wiring system. During a power outage, your generator becomes your source of emergency backup power. GenerLink™ is designed as an alternative to expensive transfer switches and hazardous extension cords.
You will want a generator that can run the largest appliances and motors you will need during an outage. The capacity of your generator determines the amount of power supplied to your home and number of appliances that can be operated simultaneously, not the GenerLink™ device. Changing which appliances receive power is then as simple as turning circuit breaker switches on and off. GenerLink™ is designed to function as an interconnection device and serves to connect your generator to your home. There is no risk of damage to your appliances created by the device, however, you should exercise care when selecting your generator to ensure you are buying a high-quality generator.
Your generator continues to power your home until you turn it off. Once you turn off your generator, GenerLink™ will automatically switch your home back to utility power. GenerLink™ has a built-in safety feature that prevents back feeding the generator’s power into the utility lines, eliminating hazardous conditions for you and for utility service personnel.
There is no regular maintenance required for the GenerLink™. However, it is recommended that you test your generator every 3 months.
No, your utility meter will only run when the utility is providing electric power to your home. When using the GenerLink™ device, with your portable generator, you are automatically disconnected from the utility power supply and will not reconnect until you turn off your generator.
There are 3 indicator lights on the GenerLink™, 1 green, 1 yellow, and 1 red.
- When the green light is illuminated, this represents a normal condition where utility power is present. When your utility has restored power you can de-energize and disconnect your generator from GenerLink™.
- When the yellow light is illuminated, this indicates that the household load is greater than 30 amps. It is normal for the yellow status light to be illuminated while utility power is present. The load must be reduced by turning off circuit breakers before the GenerLink™ unit can be operated with a generator.
- If the red light is illuminated at any time or in conjunction with the green light, there is a potential problem, and you should have the unit serviced immediately. (Refer to the Terms and Conditions for service instructions)
Your generator should have a circuit breaker that will activate in the event of an overload. If it does not have this feature, it is not suitable for use with GenerLink™. If the generator’s circuit breaker trip’s, turn off all the household circuit breakers in your breaker panel, reset the circuit breaker on the generator, and restart the generator. Please refer to your generator owner’s manual for complete instructions on the safe operation of your generator.
To remove, replace, or repair your GenerLink™, you must contact FKEC. Only FKEC technicians have access to the GenerLink™ device. Do not, under any conditions, attempt to remove and/or repair GenerLink™ yourself. If the homeowner moves, a transfer of the GenerLink™ may be requested for only $100.