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Small Business Generator: How it Works

January 13, 2023      

South Shore Generator Sales & Service

When the power goes out your generator does everything so that you don't have to.

BEFORE THE POWER GOES OUT.

Your automatic transfer switch (ATS) monitors the electricity coming from the utility. It's working 24/7 to protect your business.

Power Indicator

This handy little device is located on your automatic transfer switch. It tells you where your home’s power is coming from — utility or generator.

Weekly Self-Test

Your KOHLER® generator will exercise itself and run diagnostic tests for 20 minutes each week to make sure it’s ready when needed. And guess what? It happens automatically. Learn More

OnCue® System

With OnCue Generator Management System, you can manage your KOHLER home generator, receive updates via text or e-mail, view real-time power operation and more. All from your computer, phone or tablet. Learn More

The POWER GOES OUT

When the power fails or drops below an acceptable level (brownout), the ATS signalls the generator to start. In seconds the ATS transfers your power from the utility to the generator.

YOUR GENERATOR POWERS YOUR BUSINESS.

Your generator then supplies your business with electricity until the steady utility power is restored.

Total Reliability

KOHLER generators endure hundreds of tests (during design and production) before they reach your business. The result is total reliability.

PowerBoost™

With PowerBoost Technology, KOHLER generators can handle large starting loads like central air conditioners without dropping power to other equipment.

Lasting Power

Inside every KOHLER generator is a commercial-grade engine built to withstand extreme workloads. We’ll keep your building comfortable as long as the power’s out.

THE UTILITY POWER RETURNS.

When the utility power is restored, the ATS automatically transfers your business from generator power to utility power.

YOUR GENERATOR TURNS OFF.

Your standby generator automatically shuts down, ready for the next power outage.

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