Why is the breaker between the main panel and this switch 60 amp, and not the same as that of the transfer switch/generator (30 amp)?
578533
Most generators have outlets rated at 30 amps. You can feed this sub panel with 60 amps and determine which load you want to use. iE if you have 3 refrigerators and 1 freezer, you can cycle then without moving wires from one panel to another. Just do some load shedding in an event of an emergency. Easier to turn breakers on and off then to move wires around.
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.
578535
Under emergency conditions 30 amp is fine the generator output is rated for a max of 30 ampUnder normal conditions 60amp is the smallest sub panel allowed by code
578536
Although I haven't used mine yet, I can only assume the higher voltage breaker is there to prevent any overload from tripping a 30amp breaker.
578537
The transfer panel acts as a sub panel with # 6 copper wires feeding it, giving it a capacity of 60 amps, where as the transfer switch is set up for a generator capable of putting out 30 amps, the wire from generator to transfer panel is 10 gauge, rated at 30 amp.
876783
Seems like something is mis-wired. The transfer switches should never allow power to go either from the generator to the incoming power line, or vice-versa. The switches operate closed-open-closed, never connected to both sides at the same time. This is a dangerous condition.A spark could also occur if the generator was running when the cord was unplugged, but you say it was OFF.
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
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Jaco, I have used that same breaker on my RV solar panel array. I have not had any problems with it. It is well build and it is resettable should it trip. Your load I am assuming is connected directly of the batteries. You did not state how many batteries you have. Should the load be greater then 50 Amps the breaker will trip. As you have stated that your controller output is 30 Amps you should be fine.
430104
I installed it with the feeling that it was a total 30 amp not 30 per circuit. I use the logic that a home fuse panel or circuit breaker panel is rated at its overall highest amperage draw rating:, not the individual circuits.
491703
I take it the 15A breakers are in the electrical panel not on the generator. If so then you will only be able to use the 4 15A (black ones) switches. The 2 20A (red ones) will not protect the 15A house wiring safely. You can get replacement 15A push button style breakers for this panel. Not to hard to replace they run about $15-$25 each. Call Reliance or do a search for them. You will use the 30A receptacle on your gen and will need a 30A cord with twist-lock ends. You can get this transfer switch in a kit form that includes a 10' cord, a outdoor receptacle and the switch cheaper than buying them separately. I take it the 15A breakers are in the electrical panel not on the generator. If so then you will only be able to use the 4 15A (black ones) switches. The 2 20A (red ones) will not protect the 15A house wiring safely. You can get replacement 15A push button style breakers for this panel. Not to hard to replace they run about $15-$25 each. Call Reliance or do a search for them. You will use the 30A receptacle on your gen and will need a 30A cord with twist-lock ends. You can get this transfer switch in a kit form that includes a 10' cord, a outdoor receptacle and the switch cheaper than... » Read More I take it the 15A breakers are in the electrical panel not on the generator. If so then you will only be able to use the 4 15A (black ones) switches. The 2 20A (red ones) will not protect the 15A house wiring safely. You can get replacement 15A push button style breakers for this panel. Not to hard to replace they run about $15-$25 each. Call Reliance or do a search for them. You will use the 30A receptacle on your gen and will need a 30A cord with twist-lock ends. You can get this transfer switch in a kit form that includes a 10' cord, a outdoor receptacle and the switch cheaper than buying them separately. « Show Less
1526565
The answer to the question of breaker box down below is not correct.. They take all the main power going to your main breaker box or boxes and reroute to the transfer switch then from the transfer switch they run into your breaker boxes otherwise you could not control power from the street and be able to monitor when power comes back thus not allowing a double load from hitting your house
1176374
I'm not sure I understand your question,but the male and female ends of the pc3040 cable are permanently molded in rubber to the cable. If you wanted a different end you would have to cut the cable and install a removable end which is ok to do according to the instructions that come with the transfer switch, in fact my transfer switch came with an extra male 20 amp end in case I had a smaller generator. The only downside to cutting and replacing the end is that it won't be as weatherproof as the molded on permant ends the cable comes with.
598121
It is not recommended by the manufacturer to use any breaker larger than a 30 amp double pole. I don"t operate my stove on the back up generator. With this transfer switch and a 8500 watt portable generator I can run most everything else, not all at the same time though. That includes the AC.
2060774
The switch is rated for 7500 watts. Although your generator is rated at 8000 watts, that is probably it's maximum rated output and it's running capacity would normally be considerably less. The max capacity is usually only achieved during the initial startup of certain electrical equipment, which when once running, the wattage drops off. It is important to determine the wattage required for those electrical circuits which you wish to energize, and then balance that demand across both sides of the transfer switch, while also being careful not to exceed the 7500 watts maximum. In the short of it, this is an excellent switch, easily installed, and should meet your needs with no problem. The switch is rated for 7500 watts. Although your generator is rated at 8000 watts, that is probably it's maximum rated output and it's running capacity would normally be considerably less. The max capacity is usually only achieved during the initial startup of certain electrical equipment, which when once running, the wattage drops off. It is important to determine the wattage required for those electrical circuits which you wish to energize, and then balance that demand across both sides of the transfer switch, while also being careful not to exceed the 7500 watts maximum. In the short of... » Read More The switch is rated for 7500 watts. Although your generator is rated at 8000 watts, that is probably it's maximum rated output and it's running capacity would normally be considerably less. The max capacity is usually only achieved during the initial startup of certain electrical equipment, which when once running, the wattage drops off. It is important to determine the wattage required for those electrical circuits which you wish to energize, and then balance that demand across both sides of the transfer switch, while also being careful not to exceed the 7500 watts maximum. In the short of it, this is an excellent switch, easily installed, and should meet your needs with no problem. « Show Less
625603
I don't believe you will need to do anything . Just make certain the neutral is disconnected from the power company by means of a positive discinnect to avoid back feed . I purchased the transfer switch , tie in receptical etc from Amazon when I got the generator. Lowes sells the same generator for about $100 bucks more. The transfer switch and load enter was by Reliance.
1161298
i am using a 60 amp breaker on the 220 v circuit. at 120 v the cutter will kick out a 20 amp breaker if turned up over half power. i haven't tried using it on a 30 amp/120v circuit. But have used it at full power on my 220 v circuit with no problems.......
1017537
I have wired it into a 60A sub-panel using a pig-tail connector to the main lugs, and power both breaker poles from the output so they are all powered. 2-pole breakers would not work in this configuration of course. 15-amp circuit breakers distribute the load as needed, while providing fault protection on the output. The GFI built into the unit also protects the entire system from ground-faults, which is nice.My sub-panel is completely isolated from any grid power, so I don't use a transfer switch or interlock.The grounding should occur at the Xantrex, since this has a bonded neutral / ground configuration. I have wired it into a 60A sub-panel using a pig-tail connector to the main lugs, and power both breaker poles from the output so they are all powered. 2-pole breakers would not work in this configuration of course. 15-amp circuit breakers distribute the load as needed, while providing fault protection on the output. The GFI built into the unit also protects the entire system from ground-faults, which is nice.My sub-panel is completely isolated from any grid power, so I don't use a transfer switch or interlock.The grounding should occur at the Xantrex, since this has... » Read More I have wired it into a 60A sub-panel using a pig-tail connector to the main lugs, and power both breaker poles from the output so they are all powered. 2-pole breakers would not work in this configuration of course. 15-amp circuit breakers distribute the load as needed, while providing fault protection on the output. The GFI built into the unit also protects the entire system from ground-faults, which is nice.My sub-panel is completely isolated from any grid power, so I don't use a transfer switch or interlock.The grounding should occur at the Xantrex, since this has a bonded neutral / ground configuration. « Show Less
1735254
I dont have the package anymore, but I suspect your exceeding the amperage. Circular saw pull a lot of current. Try it just plugged into another outlet not run thru this switch, if the breaker trips, bad saw. Or your breaker is tired, old and needs replacing just strong enough for lower amperage items. Hope this helps.
1334599
The transfer switch must be hardwired to the main house panel box. The smaller box is also hardwired though walls or conduit to the outside connector box. The black cable connects the outside connector box tot he generator. You can go to the Generec website and down load the full manual for this item.
130133
I used this transfer switch with a Westinghouse 7000W Running/8500W generator, and I believe it has a neutral bond. It works fine but you will have to buy a few new circuit breakers to get it up to 10 circuits if you need that many.
1015672
Switch is NC to ground. Do not know exact current capability, but surface contact area on switch is pretty small so my guess is 2 to 3 amps max.