GenerLink Transfer Switch Surge Protection vs. Non-Surge Protection
Not sure which transfer switch is right for your home? The primary difference between the Surge and Non-Surge models is the inclusion of built-in surge protection.
Surge Transfer Switch
A Surge Transfer Switch includes integrated surge protection to help safeguard your home's electrical system, appliances, and sensitive electronics from damaging voltage spikes caused by lightning, utility grid disturbances, or other electrical events. This protection is active whenever your home is connected to utility power, providing an added layer of protection even when your generator is not in use.
Non-Surge Transfer Switch
A Non-Surge Transfer Switch delivers the same safe, reliable connection between your portable generator and home's electrical system during a power outage but does not include built-in surge protection. This option is ideal if your home already has a whole-home surge protector installed or if you do not require additional surge protection.
Please note: Installation of a GenerLink requires prior approval from your local utility company. We recommend confirming your approval status with your electric provider.
Backup power for your home, right in your driveway.
Ford F-150® PowerBoost™ Hybrid and Lightning® trucks with 240-volt Pro Power Onboard™ can provide essential home backup power with one cable from Pro Power Onboard™ to the GenerLink transfer switch. Your Ford truck's available 7,200 watts of power lets you confidently run essential appliances and critical systems simultaneously, prioritizing what matters most for your home.
The GenerLink Ford Connect Bundle 30A Surge Model provides a direct connection between compatible Ford F-150 PowerBoost Hybrid and F-150 Lightning trucks equipped with 240V Pro Power Onboard and a home's electrical system through a GenerLink transfer switch. Installed at or near the electric meter, the system enables homeowners to use their vehicle as a backup power source during outages through a single cable connection. The bundle includes a GenerLink transfer switch, a 20-foot GenerLok cable, and a Ford Vehicle Connector, creating a streamlined connection between vehicle power and the home's electrical panel.
Designed for residential backup power applications, the GenerLink Ford Connect Bundle helps power essential household circuits and hardwired systems such as lighting, refrigerators, freezers, furnaces, security systems, well pumps, and sump pumps within the available capacity of the connected vehicle. The integrated transfer switch provides built-in backfeed protection, eliminates the need for extension cords throughout the home, and requires no rewiring or subpanel installation. The 30A Surge Model also includes 75kA whole-home surge protection to help safeguard connected electrical systems and equipment.
One simple connection from vehicle to home.
How it works:
Step 1: Turn off the home's main breaker and all branch circuit breakers.
Step 2: Connect the GenerLok cable to the GenerLink transfer switch until it locks securely into place.
Step 3: Connect the opposite end of the cable to the Ford Vehicle Connector and plug it into the vehicle's 240V Pro Power Onboard outlet.
Step 4: Start the vehicle and activate Pro Power Onboard to begin supplying power.
Step 5: Turn on the main breaker, then energize essential circuits one at a time while monitoring the electrical load.
Key Specifications - GenerLink Ford Connect 30AMP Surge Model:
- Compatible with Ford F-150 PowerBoost Hybrid and Ford F-150 Lightning models equipped with 240V Pro Power Onboard.
- 30A transfer switch with integrated 75kA whole-home surge protection.
- Includes GenerLink transfer switch, GenerLok cable, and Ford Vehicle Connector.
- Connects vehicle power directly to the home's electrical panel through a single cable connection.
- Supports backup power for refrigerators, freezers, lighting, furnaces, security systems, well pumps, and sump pumps.
- Eliminates the need for extension cords during power outages.
- Built-in backfeed protection helps protect utility line workers.
- No home rewiring or subpanel installation required.
- Compatible with residential electrical services rated 200A or less.
- UL-listed meter-mounted transfer switch design.
- Suitable for emergency preparedness, storm recovery, and temporary residential backup power applications.
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Amps
30
Dimensions
6.5 in. Diameter x 5.25 in. Deep
Weight
5.5 lbs. (Without Surge Protection); 5.75 lbs. (With Surge Protection)
Socket Style
Ring or Ring-less, Form 2S
Compatibility
Compatible with 200 Amp Service or Less
UL Solutions
UL Listed Meter-Mounted Transfer Switch (UL1008M)
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