Buy Reliance Controls 20216A Pro/Tran 6-Circuit 20-Amp Generator Transfer Switch for up to 5000-Watt GeneratorsReliance Controls 20216A Pro/Tran 6-Circuit 20-Amp Generator Transfer Switch for up to 5000-Watt Generators Product Description:
- Generator transfer switch for up to 5000-watt generators
- The 18-inches flexible conduit whip attaches easily to the load center and all wires are clearly marked
- Features a powder-coated steel cabinet with six combination 1/2-inches and 3/4-inches knockouts and resettable branch rated circuit breakers
- Includes a covered opening to accommodate a power inlet for installation in a dry location and non-defeat able double-throw switches
- This indoor surface-mount transfer switches are designed for fast installation in residential and commercial applications; UL listed
Product Description
The safe, code-approved way to provide emergency power to your home or business during a power outage. The proper connection between a portable generator and selected circuits in a load center allows the user to efficiently and easily operate appliances such as a furnace, refrigerator, sump pump, TV, well pump, lights and more. Power can be manually transferred for each appliance independently at users choice without danger of backfeeding the electrical utility. Internal wiring compartment allows for optional hardwiring to remote power inlet boxes. Dual wattmeters monitor load in generator. Completely pre-wired with individual wires marked by circuit. Indoor surface-mount design. UL listed. 5-year limited warranty. U.S.A. Watts: 5,000, Amps: 20, Circuits (qty.): 6
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful.
By Parent
I bought a 5000 watt generator and then picked up one of these. Though it is a bit pricey, it is well worth the cost. Installing is very easy. I recommend watching the videos first - they can be found on the company web page.The end result is you have greater control on how your generator powers your house.If you are thinking of running extension cords to appliances in the house in an emergency - do this instead. Once it is installed - just get the generator running - plug it into the transfer switch and turn on the six breakers to power whichever parts of the house you choose during the install.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful.
By Richard Lewington
A couple of years ago, a heat wave knocked out the power on our block for 48 hours. This posed two challenges: how to keep the food in the fridge fresh and (more importantly) how to power the TV and TiVo. In the end, I hooked up a portable generator to the TV and taped the fridge shut!After that, I did some research and bought this unit. It's just what I needed. Literally everything I needed to hook this up next to the breaker box was provided and once I'd read the (slightly confusing) instructions a couple of times I had it installed and tested in about an hour.The power meters are a really good feature. My generator isn't nearly big enough to power the whole house, so the meters allow me to gradually turn on individual circuits without overloading the generator.Of course, we haven't had an outage longer than ten minutes since, but it's reassuring to know I'm ready when it does happen again.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful.
By J. McNamara
I totally agree with the prior positive feedback. I connected this unit to a 4000 peak watt generator (rated 3300 watt)that is also offered by Amazon.I now have direct breaker panel access to 6 key 120v power services during a power outage:(1)sump pump, (2)refrigerator, (3)microwave, (4)family room, (5)garage door, (6) cable vendor services (computer, TV, phone).The vendor instruction video (mentioned earlier) was terrific - much better than written instructions for those of us who do not like to read!Installation suggestions / caveats if you buy this unit:1) This price allows your generator extension cord directly into the basement power transfer unit. If you plan on an External 220v power inlet connection, purchase the other kit option that includes the external 220v female plug (save money).2) I found it difficult to connect the 240v power extension cord female plug into the 4 prong 240v 30 amp socket! To avoid startup delays during a power outage, I left the generator power cord (50 feet) plugged into the basement wall mount. I ran the other end to the basement window closest to the outside generator location (via the ceiling). When power fails - I open the basement window and easily extend the cable male plug to the outside generator location(about 10 feet away). It also avoided an external permanent power inlet box expense.3) Carefully choose the best outside location compromise for the generator and extension cord (open air, protected from rain/snow, hidden from sight, grounding rod, minimal cable length). The grounding rod can affect your location - it was 8 feet deep for me. Verify your power cord can reach the best generator location.4) Special Note if you have a 120v-only Generator:This unit comes with a 240v 20amp female plug (4 wire cable). However, it will also work with a 120V-only generator that has a 3-prong, 30 amp (3 wire connection). The (2) hot wires of a 240 V (4 wire) cable must be tied together to the one hot pin in the 120 V 30 amp male plug. Call the vendor if you like more information.
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