Reliance Controls Pro Tran User Manual

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

MANUAL TRANSFER SWITCHES

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Residential Wattage Requirements

Appliance

Furnace blower, gas or fuel

1/8 hp 300 500
1/8 hp 500 750
1/6 hp 500 750
1/4 hp 600 1000
1/3 hp 700 1400
1/2 hp 875 2100

Shallow well pump

1/3 hp 750 1400
1/2 hp 1000 2350

Sump pump

1/3 hp 800 1300
1/2 hp 1050 2150

Refrigerator or freezer 800 2300
Garage door opener

1/4 hp 550 1100
1/3 hp 750 1400

Running

Watts

Add watts

for starting

Lights on bulb 0
Radio 50-200 0
Television 100-300 0
Microwave oven 600-1500 0
Coffee maker, typical 1750 0
Toaster/toaster oven 1050-1850 0
Portable heater 1100-1500 0
Dehumidifier 650-800 0
Electric blanket 400 0
Clothes washer 1150 2300
Clothes dryer, gas 700 1800

Dishwasher

cool dry 700 1400

hot dry 1450 1400

Vacuum cleaner 800-1100 0
Hair dryer 300-1500 0
Iron 1200 0

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Warnings • Cautions

Warning: When using this product with a portable generator, do not

operate the generator indoors or in an enclosed area. Do not
operate a generator where the exhaust fumes can accumulate indoors
or in an enclosed area like a garage or close to windows or doors.

Warning: Improper installation of this transfer switch could cause
damage or personal injury by electrocution or fire. Installation must be
performed by a qualified electrician in compliance with all applicable
electrical codes

Warning: The double pole branch circuits connected to this transfer
switch are to be considered live unless both switches controlling the
circuit are in the off position. The position of the transfer switch circuit
breakers are not to be relied upon to disconnect the circuit.

Caution: Reliance transfer switches covered in this manual should not
be used for electric water heaters, clothes dryers, electric ranges,
central air conditioners or other appliances or systems that may
exceed the capacity of the product.

Caution: When the transfer switch is connected to branch circuits with
AFCI or GFCI breakers, the AFCI or GFCI protection will be lost when,
and only when, the toggle switch in the transfer switch is in the GEN
position. To get AFCI or GFCI protection when running on generator
power, it must be provided at the outlet(s).

Reliance Controls Corporation is not responsible for damage or injury

caused by incorrect installation of this transfer switch.

Member, National Electrical Manufacturers Association

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Reliance Installation and Operating Instructions

Key Components of the Reliance Transfer Switch

Circuit breakers

Circuit selector switches

Watt meters

(select models only)

Wiring Compartment

Cover

Circuit breakers. Each transfer switch circuit has a 15- or 20-amp push-to-reset circuit
breaker that protects the branch circuit when the circuit selector is in the GEN position. In
the LINE position, each branch circuit is protected by the breaker in the load center.

Circuit selector switches. These switches allow you to select either GEN (generator) or
LINE (utility) as the power source for the branch circuits that have been wired through the
transfer switch. The OFF position is generally not used, as a switch in the OFF position
removes that branch circuit from both utility and generator power.

Handle ties. Handle ties are used for 240-volt circuits. They may be removed for 120-volt
circuits. See page 6 for instructions on removing and adding handle ties.

Power inlet (cord-connected models only). The power cord from the generator is plugged
into this inlet. This is supplied separately for indoor models to encourage the use of a
remote connection outdoors reducing the likelihood of running the generator indoors which
is extremely dangerous (see page 7 for installation instructions). If this indoor model is
installed outdoors, make sure it is protected from the outdoor elements.

Power inlet filler plate. Models without the power inlet installed have a filler plate
covering the hole in the wiring compartment cover (models shown on cover). This can be
replaced with a power inlet (see Power inlet above).

Wiring Compartment Cover. All models include a wiring compartment that can be used
to hard-wire the unit to a remote power inlet box.

Watt meters (select models only). These meters indicate the total load, in watts, on each
side of the generator when the generator is supplying power as follows:

The left meter measures the load on The right meter measures the load on

, B and C 6-circuit D, E and F 6-circuit
, B, C, and D 8-circuit E, F, G and H 8-circuit
, B, C, D and E 10-circuit F, G, H, I and J 10-circuit

Note: The watt meters will register only if power is being used from the generator.

Handle tie

Power Inlet
(not installed on
indoor models).

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Installation Instructions

Preparing for Installation

You will need the following items:

Electric drill
Screwdriver
Wire cutters/stripper
Hammer
Four anchors and screws
4, 6, 8 or 10 yellow wire connectors (depending on the model)
4 red wire connectors for the 20A and 30A hard-wire models
4 blue wire connectors for the 50A hard-wire models

The following five steps generally apply to all transfer switch installations. For flush
mounted units (model number begins with the letter "F"), please see the supplemental
installation instructions packaged with each unit, as they will supercede some of the
instructions shown here. For outdoor units (model number begins with the letter "R"),
connect the wires from the unit to the main panel per these installation instructions.
Please note the special conduit for the outdoor unit is included but not installed on the unit.
Install the conduit supplied using acceptable practices for a raintight application.

The transfer switch may be installed on either side of the load center.

1. Turn off the main circuit breaker in the load center to ensure your
safety.

2. Remove the cover of the load center.

3. Locate and remove a knockout (ko)
in the bottom of the load center
(Figure 2). Use a 1/2" ko for 4-circuit
models, a 3/4" ko for 6-circuit
models, and a l" ko for 8-to 10-circuit
models.

4. Insert the wires extending from the
end of the flexible conduit through
the ko. Attach the conduit connector
securely with the locknut provided.

5. Anchor the transfer switch to the wall
using the external feet. Do not
attempt to bend the flexible conduit
beyond its structural capabilities

Danger: All current-carrying parts on the LINE side of the main
are still live

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Figure 2