How to connect a backup generator to a house

Australians will be experiencing power shortages this summer. So how can you have access to power to safeguard and backup your home in the event of a blackout?

In this video, we'll explain just how easy it is to connect a backup generator to your house using a manual transfer switch.

NOTE: A licensed electrician must carry out the job of installing an appliance outlet to the building and a manual transfer switch to the switchboard.

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Welling & Crossley POWER+ Parallel Box

The Welling & Crossley POWER+ Parallel Box lets you combine two compatible inverter generators and/or portable power stations to create a higher-capacity portable power solution. POWER+ technology automatically manages load sharing and synchronisation, allowing compatible units to work together - including different models or a combination of an inverter generator and portable power station.

Compatible with selected Welling & Crossley portable power stations and petrol inverter generators, POWER+ provides greater flexibility for worksites, events, caravans, mobile businesses and off-grid power applications.

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Welling & Crossley WC-BG3600 & WC-BG5500 Portable Power Stations

The Welling & Crossley WC-BG3600 and WC-BG5500 are high-capacity portable power stations designed to deliver silent, reliable battery power for demanding applications.

The WC-BG3600 provides 3600W of rated output and 3840Wh capacity, while the WC-BG5500 delivers 5500W and 5376Wh capacity. Both use advanced LiFePO4 battery technology and built-in UPS functionality for dependable backup power.

Ideal for worksites, farms, RVs, camping, off-grid living, home backup, events and market stalls, these portable power stations provide high-capacity power without engine noise or exhaust during operation.

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Welling & Crossley 2000W (1843Wh) Portable Power Station

The Welling & Crossley WC-BG2000 is a versatile power solution designed to keep essential home appliances running during power outages, support event stalls, and power lighting or equipment wherever flexibility is required.

Part of the Welling & Crossley LiFePO4 Portable Power Station range, it’s lightweight, quiet and built for sustainability. With advanced LiFePO4 battery technology, the WC-BG2000 delivers clean, reliable and silent power for homes, events and workshops - without compromise.

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Welling & Crossley 1200W (1152Wh) Portable Power Station

The Welling & Crossley WC-BG1200 is a reliable solution for longer stays, delivering smooth, efficient power to keep your essential equipment running without interruption. Lightweight, quiet and built with advanced LiFePO4 battery technology, Welling & Crossley’s latest portable power stations provide safe, sustainable energy wherever it’s needed.

Perfect for camping and caravanning, home backup, trade use and off-grid living, the WC-BG1200 offers dependable portable power you can count on.

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Pat Callinan on preparing your Yamaha generator for before and after storage

Preparing your Yamaha generator for before and after storage

 

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Pat Callinan on choosing the right Yamaha generator

How to choose the right Yamaha generator for camping, caravanning, and 4WDriving.

 

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Pat Callinan's Yamaha generator safety tips

Pat's top safety tips for the protection of your generator.

 

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Pat Callinan's top 5 checks for maintaining your Yamaha generator

Safety note: Always stop the engine and let the generator cool down before starting any maintenance work

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Gentech Generator - Power You Can Trust TV Commercial

With over 20 years experience, you can rely on Australian Made Gentech Generators. Built tough with Honda Australia approved engines. Suitable for use on building sites, farms, in the shed and emergency situations like back-up power.

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Gentech Inverter Generators Powered By Honda

Introducing the Gentech inverter range the 3.4kVA model EP34if and the 8.8kVA model EP88i. Also available is the 12kVA EP120i model.

Note: These models have been discontinued.

For more information visit www.gentechgenerators.com.au or call 1800 248 699

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Pat Callinan reviews the Yamaha EF2000iS Inverter Generator.

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Gentech Generators – Aussie Farmer

Aussie farmer talks about Gentech products

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Welling and Crossley Diesel Engines

Welling & Crossley located in Brooklyn is an excellent choice if you are looking for diesel generator, diesel engine or engine spare parts. To learn more call (03) 9316 9700, visit us at 59 Export Drive, Brooklyn, VIC, 3012

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The Yamaha EF2000iS on Pat Callinan 4×4 Adventures TV Segment

Yamaha Inverter EF2000iS Product Demonstration by Pat Callinan

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