I want to use this to select one of two standby generators to feed an automatic transfer switch. Is the neutral switched or do the neutrals attach
1649081
The neutrals are not switched and they should never be. The neutral is connected to the house ground at one point only, typically at power entrance. TIP: Since you are not using the TCA1006D at entrance, make sure that the neutral bus inside the transfer switch is not grounded (remove the grounding screw).
1649082
If I recall correctly, this unit uses two double-pole breakers (onefor utility power and one for the generator, so, assuming you are using this to feed a 220V split phase system, the neutrals are not switched, and that should be OK. If you are feeding 120V single phase (rare, unless you have very old wiring or are planning to feed only 1/2 of the circuits in your house, in which case you should consult a licensed electrician), you could switch the neutrals.
1649083
Hi Walter......The Neutrals are NOT switched. They are tied together on a Neutral bus bar. The Grounds also have their own bus bar. Hope this helps.
1649084
If you have a generator that the neutral is bonded to ground you can buy a special transfer switch that has switching neutrals.Or you can buy this transfer switch and unbond the neutral on your generator. Then attach the generators ground to a grounding rod in the ground. In your case I think you need the switching neutral model.
1649085
No, neutrals are not switched. It is essentially a 4 space breaker box with a neutral buss and 2 double breakers linked so that when one is engaged the other disconnects.
1260364
I installed this product about 6 mons ago and it did not have a switch to indicate instant transfer. Mine is delayed even more because I have two switches, one for the generator switch over and then this one that I use for the inverter switch over. It takes about 20 secs.
450349
There are two inputs that this can switch between. One input is a 100amp feed from your breaker panel, the other is a 60amp input you wire to a generator input of your selection. Typically, you'd then wire a single output to a sub panel. Bear in mind you'll only ever have 60 or 100 amps coming into that sub panel, which for most people is adequate for "critical" loads ( fridge, freezer, well pump). I have mine feeding a 20 space breaker panel. There are no "circuits" in this unit as there are in many transfer switches that combine a switch like this with a loads panel. This is just the switch. Consult a professional electrician for wiring it together. There are two inputs that this can switch between. One input is a 100amp feed from your breaker panel, the other is a 60amp input you wire to a generator input of your selection. Typically, you'd then wire a single output to a sub panel. Bear in mind you'll only ever have 60 or 100 amps coming into that sub panel, which for most people is adequate for "critical" loads ( fridge, freezer, well pump). I have mine feeding a 20 space breaker panel. There are no "circuits" in this unit as there are in many transfer switches that combine a switch like this with a loads panel.... » Read More There are two inputs that this can switch between. One input is a 100amp feed from your breaker panel, the other is a 60amp input you wire to a generator input of your selection. Typically, you'd then wire a single output to a sub panel. Bear in mind you'll only ever have 60 or 100 amps coming into that sub panel, which for most people is adequate for "critical" loads ( fridge, freezer, well pump). I have mine feeding a 20 space breaker panel. There are no "circuits" in this unit as there are in many transfer switches that combine a switch like this with a loads panel. This is just the switch. Consult a professional electrician for wiring it together. « Show Less
1701471
Sorry but, I just went ahead and connected the neutral since it was there, I don't know if it's required.
1260365
Mine is set up with (1) a generator, and (2) battery/inverter. I have it default to generator if its running, otherwise inverter. If running generator is turned off, the transfer switch automatically, without delay, switches to inverter. If generator is not running but is fired up, there is a small delay before power is sourced from generator (to allow the generator time to reach operating speed--few seconds). In the first case, at most, a light bulb might dim slightly for just an instant at the switch occurs--hardly noticeable. The transfer switch has other setting for other configurations--might check the installation manual. Mine is set up with (1) a generator, and (2) battery/inverter. I have it default to generator if its running, otherwise inverter. If running generator is turned off, the transfer switch automatically, without delay, switches to inverter. If generator is not running but is fired up, there is a small delay before power is sourced from generator (to allow the generator time to reach operating speed--few seconds). In the first case, at most, a light bulb might dim slightly for just an instant at the switch occurs--hardly noticeable. The transfer switch has other setting for other... » Read More Mine is set up with (1) a generator, and (2) battery/inverter. I have it default to generator if its running, otherwise inverter. If running generator is turned off, the transfer switch automatically, without delay, switches to inverter. If generator is not running but is fired up, there is a small delay before power is sourced from generator (to allow the generator time to reach operating speed--few seconds). In the first case, at most, a light bulb might dim slightly for just an instant at the switch occurs--hardly noticeable. The transfer switch has other setting for other configurations--might check the installation manual. « Show Less
1476406
That is a normal installation of manual switches. The hot lead switches between the other two as does the other switch (slave). When they are both on the same lead the load gets power. on different leads the load is off. This switch uses the traveler to switch the slave. So in a few less words NO.
1611066
A generator has a "plug in" for one side of "lets call an extension cord". The other side can be plugged intothis "generator 50 amp recepticle". This recepticle can then be wired to a switch or automatic transfer then on to the house. I do not make my living as an electrician so double check with one.
940856
Check the photos on the display page for this switch and look at the one that has the arrows showing which wires go to which spades. There are two feeds, the DC positive and the ground or the negative. There are two outputs to the motor that act separately or combined, depending on toggle location. Pretty straight forward. Just copy the pictures instructions, you'll be OK.
578534
The whole panel is a 60 amp panel. Inside the panel is a 30 amp breaker which then leads to your generators 30 amp. The panels meant to hold more than 30 A because your generator does not have to handle everything in the transfer switch at once. That's a great thing about this piece is that you can control what your generator powers when the powers off.
2011742
I don't know, but I used it for a dust collector, so I could use remote wired switched with lower current. It worked but bizzed very loudly when energised. I think it's designed to be energised only momentarily, may be designed to work with some sort of latching relay
1182077
Yes, this is compatible with a fuse box, you might consider reading this article about the installation at utterpower.com. It will give you a very good idea as to what's involved. I hope I am allowed to post the link here http://www.utterpower.com/installing-a-generator-transfer-switch-at-zachs-house-21211/
820111
If your generator has an off/on switch, just put it in series with the off side of the switch.
645767
Sounds like the plan is to run two generators feeding the same switch using one supply cord? If this is the case, I doubt this would work with one supply line unless there was a way to guarantee the two generators are phased together. If separate supply lines are run to the switch, it would be necessary to make a few internal modifications to the switch. I am no expert, but I would vote to not do it.
65564
This is a whole house transfer switch which requires wiring from your electrical service to the transfer switch, then wiring from the transfer switch to your existing electrical panel. It also gets wired to the generator. There are no plugs, this requires someone who understands electricity to install. Also this will only work with a Generac standby generator. It will not work with a portable gasoline generator..
1334600
Plug is wired to transfer switch and cord plugs into that plug from generator
2075122
Normally there is a select switch on units with different voltages. I have 120v supply to my home, and see no select switch on the unit.
1079059
The transfer switch should be matched to the generator your using not your home electric service. If the generator you are purchasing has a 30 amp output then this is a good match.