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Generators are supposed to be started under no load conditions. The generator first starts and then runs to stabilize the voltage and then picks up the load. An automatic transfer switch makes sure that this procedure is followed. If it didn't then the voltage and current of the connected load would be at zero when the generator start. This ramping up condition is not good for equipment that expects a full voltage and current when starting and operating.

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Yes, however running it on no load for a longer period is not good

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