standby generator
Outage electricity source
A standby generator is a backup power system that automatically activates when the main electrical supply fails.
Unlike portable generators, standby units are permanently installed and connected to a building's electrical panel: The standby generator kicked in seconds after the power went out.
Common for hospitals, data centers, and homes in areas prone to outages.
- backupStored duplicate for recovery
- power outageLoss of electrical supply
- outageLoss of electrical service
- blackoutComplete power loss
- emergencySerious sudden danger
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