GenerLink MA23-N Operating Manual Download Page 2

Important Installation Information

Important Installation Information

You MUST have this information should the unit need repair or 

replacement.  Please complete the information and keep this 

information for future reference.

Installation Date:

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Company Name:

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Address:

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Phone Number:

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Installer Company Name:

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GenerLink

Serial Number:

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GenerLink™ unit shall not be removed or uninstalled by anyone other than an Approved

Installer. If the GenerLink™ unit requires inspection, removal, repair, or replacement, 

immediately contact the Approved Installer or a licensed electrician to request that the

GenerLink™ unit be removed. Once the GenerLink™ unit is removed, contact Global Power

Products, Inc. at 225 Arnold Road, Lawrenceville, GA 30044, or call at 1.800.886.3837 to

receive instructions on how to have the GenerLink™ unit repaired and/or replaced.

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erms and Conditions of Usage

erms and Conditions of Usage

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

. Upon breaking the seal attached to the installed GenerLink™, you

expressly agree that usage is restricted and subject to the following terms and conditions

(“Terms and Conditions”). 

INSTALLATION AND CARE OF PROPERTY.

The GenerLink™ unit must be installed by an

Approved Installer and may not be removed or modified by anyone other than an Approved

Installer.  An Approved Installer is defined as a licensed electrician or a technician approved by

your local electric utility (“Utility”).  As a user of GenerLink™, you further agree to follow the

GenerLink™ Start-Up Procedure provided in the Operating Manual, incorporated herein by

reference.  At all times, the GenerLink™ unit shall be used solely for the purpose intended, in

accordance with the Instructions and “Safety Tips,” contained in this Operating Manual,

incorporated herein by reference.  You understand that any installation, removal, or

modification by anyone other than an Approved Installer is dangerous and is expressly

prohibited under the terms of this agreement. 

DELIVERY AND ACCEPTANCE OF PROPERTY.

Within Thirty (30) days of its installation, you are

required to test the GenerLink™ unit with a generator.  Written notice of any defects or

concerns with the operation of the GenerLink™ unit must be received within Forty-Five (45)

days from the installation date of the GenerLink™ unit by Global Power Products, Inc. at 225

Arnold Road, Lawrenceville, GA 30044 specifying any defects, or it shall be conclusively

presumed that you have accepted the GenerLink™ unit and found it to be in good operating

condition and repair.  This provision shall not be applicable to latent defects of which you

could not reasonably be aware.

SAFETY

. You understand and agree that once the GenerLink™ unit is installed, it is the only

safe and allowable method for connecting a generator to your home.  You grant the Utility the

right to enter the site where the GenerLink™ unit is installed, to temporarily disconnect the

generator, and to physically “lock out” the GenerLink™ unit at any time if the Utility

determines that a potential hazard exists and that such temporary action is necessary to protect

the Utility’s electric system, its customers, and/or its employees.

INSPECTION, REMOVAL AND REPAIR.

You acknowledge that the GenerLink™ unit shall not 

be removed or removal by anyone other than an Approved Installer. If the GenerLink™ unit

requires inspection, removal, repair, or replacement, immediately contact an Approved Installer

to request that the GenerLink™ unit be removed.  Contact Global Power Products, Inc. at 225

Arnold Road, Lawrenceville, GA 30044, or call at 1.800.886.3837 to receive instructions on

how to have the GenerLink™ unit repaired and/or replaced.

CLAIMS AND EXPENSES.

You expressly agree to hold the Utility, the Authorized GenerLink

Reseller, and Global Power Products, Inc.  harmless from any and all claims, costs, expenses,

damages, and liabilities, including reasonable attorney’s fees, resulting from, or alleged to be

caused by, directly or indirectly, use, operation, or failure of the GenerLink™ unit.

TERMS TO BE EXCLUSIVE.

You acknowledge that the Terms and Conditions constitute the 

final and entire agreement regarding the use and purchase of the GenerLink™ device.

GOVERNING LAW.

It is expressly understood and agreed that the Terms and Conditions are to

be interpreted according to the laws of the Georgia.

Copyright © 2020 by Global Power Products, Inc.. All rights reserved

No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or

mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by an information storage or retrieval system without the

prior written permission of Global Power Products, Inc. unless such copying is expressly permitted by federal

copyright law.

Address inquiries to: 

Global Power Products, Inc. 

225 Arnold Road

Lawrenceville, GA 30044

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arranty and Service Information

arranty and Service Information

GenerLink™ Manufacturers Limited Warranty

Global Power Products, Inc. warrants GenerLink

for a period of seven (7) years after delivery

of goods, where specified that the goods are, under normal use and service, free from defects in

materials and workmanship. No other warranties or representations, whether written or oral, shall

be binding upon Global Power Products, Inc.. If any unit provided by Global Power Products, Inc.

does not comply with any of the expressed warranties set forth above and customer provides

Global Power Products, Inc. notice of such noncompliance within the seven (7) year warranty

period, Global Power Products, Inc. shall at its discretion repair or replace the nonconforming

unit after receipt of the nonconforming unit for its inspection. Global Power Products, Inc. sole

liability to customer for goods not conforming to any of the express warranties is limited to repair

or replacement of such units. Warranty on the repaired unit or any component thereof is limited

to the balance of the original warranty period.

Surge Protection Manufacturers Limited Warranty

Fifteen Year Product Coverage

Global Power Products, Inc. will repair or replace any Surge Protection Device that is defective

in material or workmanship or is damaged by an electrical surge (including those caused by 

lightning) for a period of fifteen (15) years from the date of installation or fifteen years and 

six (6) months from the date of manufacture, whichever comes first.  Maximum coverage is

$1,000 per appliance, $10,000 per residence.

A “White Goods Appliance” is defined as a washer, dryer, stove, refrigerator, freezer, HVAC unit,

dishwasher or garbage disposal. Coverage is secondary to any applicable product warranties,

service contracts and insurance policies.

This coverage applies to the end-user at the residence where the product is installed and is the

exclusive remedy under this warranty, whether based on contract, tort, including negligence or

otherwise. Global Power Products, Inc. reserves the right to audit damage, site and/or cost of

repairs and may require a notarized proof of loss. Claims must be made within 30 days of damage.

This warranty does not cover damage associated with sustained overvoltages, vandalism, theft,

normal wear and tear, obsolescence, abuse, unauthorized modification, misuse, improper 

installation, or catastrophic events. Except as expressed previously in this warranty, Global Power

Products, Inc. disclaims liability of any incidental, indirect, special, or consequential damage 

arising out of the sale, lease, or use of any Global Products Products, Inc. product (including 

without limitation, lost business profits, loss of data and all freight, mileage, travel time, and

insurance charges associated with the warranty coverage claims). Some states do not allow the

exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above does not apply to

you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from

state to state. This warranty is valid in the United States and Canada only.

Surge Protection Warranty Assistance: Call 1-800-886-3837

Transfer Switch: Used in conjunction with a sub panel. Device installed by a

licensed electrician designed to allow interconnection of a portable generator with

limited appliance availability.

Utility’s Electric Distribution System: A network of power lines and associated

equipment used to transmit and distribute electricity over a geographic area.

Voltage: Electrical potential or force that causes current to flow through a conductor.

Watt: A unit that measures the amount of electrical power. watts = volts x amps

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arranty and Service Information

arranty and Service Information

GenerLink™ Manufacturers Limited Warranty

Global Power Products, Inc. warrants GenerLink

for a period of seven (7) years after delivery

of goods, where specified that the goods are, under normal use and service, free from defects in

materials and workmanship. No other warranties or representations, whether written or oral, shall

be binding upon Global Power Products, Inc.. If any unit provided by Global Power Products, Inc.

does not comply with any of the expressed warranties set forth above and customer provides

Global Power Products, Inc. notice of such noncompliance within the seven (7) year warranty

period, Global Power Products, Inc. shall at its discretion repair or replace the nonconforming

unit after receipt of the nonconforming unit for its inspection. Global Power Products, Inc. sole

liability to customer for goods not conforming to any of the express warranties is limited to repair

or replacement of such units. Warranty on the repaired unit or any component thereof is limited

to the balance of the original warranty period.

Surge Protection Manufacturers Limited Warranty

Fifteen Year Product Coverage

Global Power Products, Inc. will repair or replace any Surge Protection Device that is defective

in material or workmanship or is damaged by an electrical surge (including those caused by 

lightning) for a period of fifteen (15) years from the date of installation or fifteen years and 

six (6) months from the date of manufacture, whichever comes first.  Maximum coverage is

$1,000 per appliance, $10,000 per residence.

A “White Goods Appliance” is defined as a washer, dryer, stove, refrigerator, freezer, HVAC unit,

dishwasher or garbage disposal. Coverage is secondary to any applicable product warranties,

service contracts and insurance policies.

This coverage applies to the end-user at the residence where the product is installed and is the

exclusive remedy under this warranty, whether based on contract, tort, including negligence or

otherwise. Global Power Products, Inc. reserves the right to audit damage, site and/or cost of

repairs and may require a notarized proof of loss. Claims must be made within 30 days of damage.

This warranty does not cover damage associated with sustained overvoltages, vandalism, theft,

normal wear and tear, obsolescence, abuse, unauthorized modification, misuse, improper 

installation, or catastrophic events. Except as expressed previously in this warranty, Global Power

Products, Inc. disclaims liability of any incidental, indirect, special, or consequential damage 

arising out of the sale, lease, or use of any Global Products Products, Inc. product (including 

without limitation, lost business profits, loss of data and all freight, mileage, travel time, and

insurance charges associated with the warranty coverage claims). Some states do not allow the

exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above does not apply to

you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from

state to state. This warranty is valid in the United States and Canada only.

Surge Protection Warranty Assistance: Call 1-800-886-3837

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Transfer Switch: Used in conjunction with a sub panel. Device installed by a

licensed electrician designed to allow interconnection of a portable generator with

limited appliance availability.

Utility’s Electric Distribution System: A network of power lines and associated

equipment used to transmit and distribute electricity over a geographic area.

Voltage: Electrical potential or force that causes current to flow through a conductor.

Watt: A unit that measures the amount of electrical power. watts = volts x amps

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Summary of Contents for MA23-N

Page 1: ...ion MA24 N unit without whole house surge suppression MA24 S unit with whole house surge suppression Operating Manual Global Power Products Inc 225 Arnold Road Lawrenceville GA 30044 1 800 886 3837 info globalpowerproducts com www generlink com OPER MA23 24 N S 2 20 20 Please refer to page 22 for GenerLink testing while utility power is present ...

Page 2: ...ch units Warranty on the repaired unit or any component thereof is limited to the balance of the original warranty period Surge Protection Manufacturers Limited Warranty Fifteen Year Product Coverage Global Power Products Inc will repair or replace any Surge Protection Device that is defective in material or workmanship or is damaged by an electrical surge including those caused by lightning for a...

Page 3: ...type le plus commun de Protection contre les surtensions Un interrupteur réarmable qui se déclenche quand un circuit est surchargé ou court circuite Cordon de Connexion Une prise électrique et une fiche câblée sur une longueur de cordon électrique flexible Continu Sortie La quantité d énergie produite en continu par opposition à la puissance maximale qui ne peut être produite que pendant de courte...

Page 4: ...ed fault status light IS illuminated a potential hazardous condition may exist Contact your electric utility or authorized installer 2 23 Please refer to page 22 for GenerLink testing while utility power is present Audible Alarm Audible Alarm This section only applies to GenerLink units equipped with optional surge protection Check the product label on unit collar for the model number Units with a...

Page 5: ... 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 Q Does my utility meter continue to run when using GenerLink with my generator A No your utility meter w...

Page 6: ...sèdent différents types de prises selon le type de générateur le type de puissance fourni et la taille du générateur Certains générateurs sont conçus pour une sortie de seulement 120 volts ou seulement 240 volts aucun ne convient pour alimenter votre domicile via GenerLink Si votre générateur n a pas de prise secteur de 120 240 volts il ne convient pas à une utilisation avec GenerLink Recherchez l...

Page 7: ... D E Lights Wattage Number F G The Connection Cord Connection cords are typically 20 to 60 feet long with a maximum recommended length of 60 feet for a 50 amp circuit To determine the correct cord length follow these easy steps STEP 1 Select a location for your generator when it is being used with GenerLink Consult your generator manufacturers owner s manual for instructions on the acceptable plac...

Page 8: ... you to select the combination of loads appliances you want to operate by simply switching breakers in the household breaker panel This flexibility makes generator sizing easy CAUTION Do not turn on your home s heat pump or central air conditioning while using GenerLink The starting wattage for these devices exceeds GenerLink s 40 amp capacity 14 11 Remarques sur le Guide d Utilisation des Apparei...

Page 9: ... 50 amps GenerLink is designed to be compatible with 20 amp 30 amp and 50 amp connectors GenerLink is not rated to be compatible with larger current outputs and will electronically disconnect if you are generating outputs larger than 40 amps Appliance Usage Guide Appliance Usage Guide Equipment Water Heater 50 gallon Portable Heater with fan Furnace Fan Central 1 4 HP 1 3 HP 1 2 HP Computer Fax Ma...

Page 10: ...liance that you have selected multiply the starting factor by the run watts and write the results or the load watts in column E NOTE Only items that start simultaneously should be tallied in column D Finally sum up all of the load wattages for each appliance and lights in column E Add each appliances load watts and write the number in box G The number in box G represents the total amount of load y...

Page 11: ... D E Lights Wattage Number F G The Connection Cord Connection cords are typically 20 to 60 feet long with a maximum recommended length of 60 feet for a 50 amp circuit To determine the correct cord length follow these easy steps STEP 1 Select a location for your generator when it is being used with GenerLink Consult your generator manufacturers owner s manual for instructions on the acceptable plac...

Page 12: ...t to the utility To reconnect to your electric utility A Turn off your generator Expect to hear a clicking sound from the GenerLink unit when the power transition occurs This is a simple verification that normal utility service has been restored B On your breaker panel set all circuit breakers to the on position C You can now unplug the generator from GenerLink To unplug GenerLink gently pull down...

Page 13: ...ting procedures in the generator owner s manual and then start your generator STEP 6 If your GenerLink unit is NOT equipped with optional surge protection Model MA23 24 S please skip to Step 7 If after starting your generator the GenerLink unit begins emitting a constant audible alarm IT IS STILL SAFE TO OPERATE YOUR GENERATOR with GenerLink The alarm indicates that the surge protection components...

Page 14: ...ed fault status light IS illuminated a potential hazardous condition may exist Contact your electric utility or authorized installer 2 23 Please refer to page 22 for GenerLink testing while utility power is present Audible Alarm Audible Alarm This section only applies to GenerLink units equipped with optional surge protection Check the product label on unit collar for the model number Units with a...

Page 15: ... all the circuits fuses connect to the incoming electrical supply line from the utility Breakers See Circuit Breaker Capacity The amount of power expressed in watts kilowatts or megawatts that a device can provide at any given instant or The maximum load of electricity that equipment can carry Circuit A continuous loop of current Circuit Breaker The most common type of overcurrent protection A res...

Page 16: ...ctly or indirectly use operation or failure of the GenerLink unit TERMS TO BE EXCLUSIVE You acknowledge that the Terms and Conditions constitute the final and entire agreement regarding the use and purchase of the GenerLink device GOVERNING LAW It is expressly understood and agreed that the Terms and Conditions are to be interpreted according to the laws of the Georgia Copyright 2020 by Global Pow...

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