INSTALLATION AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
M A N U A L T R A N S F E R S W I T C H E S
F R O M
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Residential Wattage Requirements
Appliance |
Running |
Add watts |
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Watts |
for starting |
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Furnace blower, gas or fuel |
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1/8 hp |
300 |
500 |
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1/8 hp |
500 |
750 |
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1/6 hp |
500 |
750 |
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1/4 hp |
600 |
1000 |
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1/3 hp |
700 |
1400 |
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1/2 hp |
875 |
2100 |
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Shallow well pump |
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1/3 hp |
750 |
1400 |
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1/2 hp |
1000 |
2350 |
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Sump pump |
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1/3 hp |
800 |
1300 |
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1/2 hp |
1050 |
2150 |
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Refrigerator or freezer |
800 |
2300 |
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Garage door opener |
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1/4 hp |
550 |
1100 |
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1/3 hp |
750 |
1400 |
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Lights |
on bulb |
0 |
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Radio |
50-200 |
0 |
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Television |
100-300 |
0 |
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Microwave oven |
600-1500 |
0 |
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Coffee maker, typical |
1750 |
0 |
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Toaster/toaster oven |
1050-1850 |
0 |
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Portable heater |
1100-1500 |
0 |
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Dehumidifier |
650-800 |
0 |
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Electric blanket |
400 |
0 |
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Clothes washer |
1150 |
2300 |
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Clothes dryer, gas |
700 |
1800 |
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Dishwasher |
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cool dry |
700 |
1400 |
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hot dry |
1450 |
1400 |
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Vacuum cleaner |
800-1100 |
0 |
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Hair dryer |
300-1500 |
0 |
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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.
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Reliance Installation and Operating Instructions
Key Components of the Reliance Transfer Switch
Circuit breakers |
Handle tie |
Circuit selector switches
Watt meters (select models only)
Wiring Compartment
Cover Power Inlet
(not installed on
indoor models).
Figure 1
Circuit breakers. Each transfer switch circuit has a 15or 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
A, B and C |
6-circuit |
A, B, C, and D |
8-circuit |
A, B, C, D and E |
10-circuit |
The right meter measures the load on
D, E and F |
6-circuit |
E, F, G and H |
8-circuit |
F, G, H, I and J |
10-circuit |
Note: The watt meters will register only if power is being used from the generator.
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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.
Danger: All current-carrying parts on the LINE side of the main are still live
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.
Figure 2
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