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Load management system

  • US 7,356,384 B2
  • Filed: 07/13/2005
  • Issued: 04/08/2008
  • Est. Priority Date: 07/15/2004
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method of managing one or more electrical loads of a residence with a load management system configured to be powered by a residential generator, the residence having a thermostat and an air-conditioning system and further having a load unrelated to the air-conditioning system, the load management system having a first signal-responsive switch connectable in circuit between the residential generator and the load, the load management system further having a second signal-responsive switch connectable in circuit between the thermostat and the air-conditioning system, the method comprising:

  • closing the first signal-responsive switch to permit a current from the residential generator to the load;

    receiving a call from the thermostat requesting conditioned air, including receiving the call at the second signal-responsive switch;

    interrupting the call with the second signal-responsive switch;

    opening the first signal-responsive switch to prevent the current from the residential generator to the load based on receiving the call;

    providing the call to the air conditioning system, including closing the second signal-responsive switch; and

    closing the first signal-responsive switch based on the cessation of the call.

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