INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE RELIANCE Panel/Link® - TC Series
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THE RELIANCE PANEL/LINK
INSTALLATION. It must be installed by a qualified electrician thoroughly familiar with all
applicable electrical and building codes.
This Reliance Panel/Link® Transfer Panel contains the transfer mechanism for providing an
alternate input from a supplemental power source, such as a generator. In the event of a power
outage, it is designed to provide a safe and simple method of powering the panel bus from a
portable generator. The unique factory-installed mechanical interlock between the circuit
breakers feeding the panel bus prevents feedback by prohibiting the Utility breaker and the
Generator breaker from being in the “ON” position at the same time.
KEY COMPONENTS OF THE PANEL/LINK
UTILITY CIRCUIT BREAKER. This is the double-pole circuit breaker on the left-hand side of
the panel, and it controls the supply of power from the utility line to the panel bus. It will
generally be “ON” when utility power is present.
GENERATOR CIRCUIT BREAKER. This is the double-pole circuit breaker located directly to
the right of the Utility breaker. This controls the supply of power from the alternate source, such
as a generator. It will remain “OFF” when the Utility circuit breaker is “ON”.
TRANSFER PANEL IS NOT FOR “DO-IT-YOURSELF”
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TRANSFER PANEL
BREAKER INTERLOCK MECHANISM. This is the mechanical linkage located between the
Utility circuit breaker and the Generator circuit breaker. It prevents both of these breakers from
being in the “ON” position simultaneously, and is the safety feature that prevents feedback
between the utility source and the generator.
INSTALLATION
DANGER! HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE. DISCONNECT ALL ELECTRICAL SUPPLY SOURCES
BEFORE INSTALLATION AND WHEN SERVICING CONNECTED EQUIPMENT OR
CIRCUITS.
This panel is installed in a manner similar to either a service entrance load center or a sub
panel, and in accordance with all applicable electrical codes. See the wiring diagram on the
inside cover of the panel. If being installed as a sub panel, the bar in the panel can only be
used for equipment grounding. In this case, the neutral wire from the utility and the neutral wire
from the generator should be connected together directly using the appropriate means. If the
panel is being installed as service entrance equipment, the bar in the cabinet is to be used as a
combination neutral/ground bar and the “For Equipment Grounding Only” label needs to be
removed. In either case, separate ground and neutral wires of the appropriate size must be
installed between the transfer panel and any other panel or panels either being feed by or from
the transfer panel.
For generator connections and operation follow the generator manufacturer’s instructions, as
well as all applicable code requirements.
Your generator must have a combination 120/240 volt output, which duplicates that provided by
the electric utility. The two 240 volt hot legs of this output must be connected to the two
Generator circuit breaker terminals. The neutral of this output must be connected to the transfer
panel neutral bar, thus providing the required combination 120/240 volt input. To facilitate
connection to the transfer panel, a remotely located Power Inlet Box such as the Reliance Cat.
No. PB30 or PB50 may be convenient
OPERATION
TRANSFERRING FROM UTILITY POWER TO GENERATOR POWER
1. Move Utility circuit breaker handle to the “OFF” position.
2. Move all branch circuit breaker handles in panel being feed by the transfer panel to the
“OFF” position.
3. Move Generator circuit breaker handle to the “ON” position.
4. Insert the male power cord connector plug into the appropriate outlet on the generator.
Rotate to lock.
5. Plug the female end of the power cord from the generator into the power inlet that is
interconnected to the transfer panel. Rotate to lock.
6. Start the generator, following the procedures described in the generator owner’s manual
furnished by the generator manufacturer.
7. Select the circuits to be powered by the generator by moving the corresponding branch
circuit breaker handles to the “ON” position. Alternate use of larger loads such as furnace
motors, well pumps, freezers, etc., so that the capacity of the generator is not exceeded. Do
not attempt to operate any loads in excess of the capacity of the generator.
TRANSFERRING FROM GENERATOR POWER BACK TO UTILITY POWER
1. Follow the procedures in the generator owner’s manual to turn off the generator.
2. Unplug the power cord.
3. Move the Generator circuit breaker handle to the “OFF” position.
4. Move the Utility circuit breaker handle to the “ON” position.
5. Return all branch circuit breaker handles to the “ON” position.
To insure that your generator will always be ready when you need it, it is very important to run it
under load on a regular basis and to keep the tank filled with fresh fuel. Perform the above
operating steps at least once a month to keep the generator properly exercised.
2001 YOUNG COURT / RACINE, WI 53404 / (262) 634-6155
5/9/12
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