Things to Consider Before You Buy

Totally Automatic

Every week, 3.5 million people experience a power loss. A power loss interrupts your home, interrupts your work, it interrupts your life. More and more often, it is becoming a reality for home and business owners.

Weather isn't the only reason power loss is becoming more common. We have an aging power grid. The power grid is one of the most complex systems ever constructed, and very few initiatives are being launched to address the shortcoming. Think about the last time a power plant or transmission lines were built in your area; then think of how many new homes have been built over that same time period. The need for an automatic home generator has never been greater.

You're Covered While Home or Away

Installing an automatic home generator can put you and your family at ease. The unit is permanently installed outside of the home just like you air conditioner. When you lose power, the generator will automatically start itself and provides power back to your house within 30 seconds. When the utility is restored, the generator automatically shuts down and waits for the next outage. Because these units are automatic, we have you covered whether you are home or away.

The unit gets its fuel directly from your natural gas line or liquid propane tank. There is no need to handle gasoline or run a maze of extension cords.

Benefits of an Automatic Home Generator

There are several benefits to an automatic home generator: Preparedness, peace of mind and protection to name a few. And, when you choose a Carrier generator, there are also benefits in service and quality that can't be found with other manufacturers, such as:

• The unit cares for itself. The generator will start the engine and run test for approximately 12 minutes once a week. This keeps the engine lubricated for long-term reliability and gives you the peace of mind that it will run when you need it the most.
• Carrier generators are sold with all the parts needed for installation. You may be paying more for these "extras" with other suppliers.
  
  

Technology

1. 2-cylinder, 30 horsepower engine runs on natural or LP gas for lasting operation even during the longest outage.

2. Totally automatic operation means the generator starts itself and automatically begins supplying power to selected circuits.

3. The Ultra Quiet Mode runs once a week for 12 minutes at a lower RPM to keep the engine lubricated and to let you know the system is working properly.

4. Transfer switch and emergency load center senses loss of power to the home, starts the generator, and transfers the generator power to the selected circuits. Generator power is automatically shut off when main power is restored.

5. Sturdy, attractive cabinet is factory mounted to a composite base pad. It's insulated to minimize sound, louvered to vent exhaust and coated with a tough powder painted finish. The cabinet is available in steel or aluminum.

The Safer, More Reliable Option

Indeed, portable generators are a less expensive option. However, we know that a Carrier Automatic Home Generator will provide you better service and make you safer. Consider the advantages of an automatic over a portable.

• Convenience: No need to go out in potential danger to set up the unit, make sure it has fuel, or run extension cords.
• Energy Efficient: Operating on natural gas or LP provides a cleaner burning and less expensive fuel than unleaded gasoline.
• More Power: Portables can provide power to a few select conveniences; a Carrier unit can provide electricity to the whole home.
• Safety: When properly installed, the automatic home generator is safer to the home owner from carbon monoxide emissions and safer to the utility company employees from electrical back feed to the power lines.
• Built to Last: Units are built in steel or aluminum cabinets for longer life.

If you think you'd like one of these Carrier Automatic Home Generators installed in your house, or just want to know more about it, call us at 256-428-1983 - we'd love to help you!