The installer sets the Generac SMM priority between 1 and 8. Loads controlled by the SMM operate normally under utility power. During an outage, all the SMMs in the system keep the loads turned off for 5 minutes. At 5 minutes, the SMM with priority 1 engages and starts the load. Fifteen seconds later the priority 2 module starts its load. Each priority has an additional 15 second delay until all loads are running or the generator power output reaches maximum capacity. The Generac 7006 Smart Management Modules monitor the generator frequency. If the frequency drops below 58 hertz for 3.5 seconds or 50 hertz for 1 second, the SMMs shed their loads and the delay sequence starts over. Normal generator operating frequency is 60 hertz. Lower frequencies are an indication the generator has reached or exceeded its capacity.