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Congratulations on your purchase of the Reliance Controls generator power transfer switch. Reliance has been
manufacturing transfer switches and equipment in Racine, Wisconsin since 1983 and has been producing high-quality
electrical equipment for nearly 100 years. Reliance is the Loadside® transfer switch used in nearly 90% of the installations
done by professional electricians. Your transfer switch is UL 1008 listed, C-UL listed, and meets all requirements of the 2002
National Electrical Code.
All Reliance Controls transfer switches are made to operate with any generator up to 7500 watts continuous output, having
20 or 30 Amp twist-lock power receptacles.
TOOLS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION
1. Power Drill
2. Wire Stripper and Cutter (10 to 14 gauge)
3. Insulated Screwdrivers
(#2 Phillips, 1/4" Flat Tip or #2 Square Tip depending on
your load center)
4. Hammer
5. Marking Pencil
6. Tape Measure
7. Seven Wall Anchors with at Least a 3/8” Flange
8. Enough 10-3 with Ground Building Wire to reach from
where you install your Outdoor Power Inlet Box to where
you install your transfer switch
9. Battery Powered Lighting during Installation
10. A Non-Contact Voltage Detector (optional)
PARTS LIST for 31406CRK POWER TRANSFER KIT
30 Amp 6-Circuit Transfer switch
30 Amp Outdoor Power Inlet Box
30 Amp 10-foot long Generator Power Cord
4 red and 6 yellow wire connectors
Installation and Operating Instructions
SAFETY SYMBOLS USED IN THIS MANUAL
Danger indicates an imminently hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
Warning indicates a potentially hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
Caution indicates a potentially hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
Reliance Controls Corporation is not
responsible for damage or injury
caused by incorrect installation of this
transfer switch.
The double pole branch circuits
connected to this transfer switch are
to be considered live unless both switches controlling the
c
ircuit are in the off position. The position of the circuit
breakers are not be relied upon to disconnect the circuit
.
Improper installation of the transfer
switch could cause damage or
personal injury by electrocution or fire. Installation must be
performed by a qualified electrician, or others
knowledgeable of electrical systems, in compliance with
all applicable electrical codes.
Do not overload.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
WARNING
Member of the National Electrical Manufacturers Association
Transfer switches are required for use with portable generators by Article
702 of the 2002 National Electrical Code
NOTE: The 30 Amp power cord plugs into this type of
generator power outlet:
If your generator only has a 20 Amp power outlet like this:
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