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Installation and Operating Instructions
GENERATOR SAFETY TRANSFER SWITCH MODELS 2026, 3026, 3028
Warning:
Gen/Tran transfer switches should be installed by a professional electrician familiar with electrical wiring and codes, and experienced in
working with generators. Gen/Tran accepts no responsibility for accidents, damages or personal injury caused by incorrect installation. These
transfer switches are intended for surface mounting INDOORS only. GenTran transfer switches are UL listed to UL Standard 1008 and meet the
criteria of National Electrical code Article 702.6 for Optional Standby Systems.
Caution:
If using the generator and transfer switch for larger appliances, such as electric water heaters, clothes dryers, electric ranges and small
air conditioners, check the labels on the appliances to be sure they do NOT exceed the rating of the generator. No appliance should have an
amperage rating that exceeds the individual breaker rating in the transfer switch (20 or 30 amps).
Thank you for purchasing a GenTran
®
Manual Transfer Switch designed
to safely connect a portable generator to the load center in your
home or business (single phase only) for standby power applications.
Product features include:
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Generator and Utility feeds mechanically interlocked to prevent dangerous utility or
generator back feeding – thereby avoiding property damage and serious injury to electrical
workers.
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Pre wired for fast, easy connection to the load center
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Each model can be expanded to up to 10 circuits using interchangeable type circuit
breakers – so as your needs change, just expand it!
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Accommodates GFCI and Arc-Fault breakers to meet the latest NEC requirements.
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Dual wattmeters help you monitor and balance the loads on your generator, prolonging
generator life
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Flexible generator connections – Use the Power Inlet on models 2026 and 3028 for a quick
cord connection to your generator, or hardwire the generator connection.
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Surface or Flush Mounting (with flush mounting plate sold separately).
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Accepts Gen/Tran’s Switched Neutral Kit (SNK) for installations where neutrals must be
switched.
What is Included in this carton:
A. Manual Transfer Switch
B. Wire Harness, Pre-wired
C. Wire Connectors (6 or 8)
D. Male Flanged Inlet
E. Installation manual and Warranty Registration Card
Tools Needed for Installation:
• ¼” nut driver, 2-1/8” hole saw (if flush mounting)
• Screwdrivers, straight blade and Phillips
• Electric drill, drill bits, wallboard saw
• Wire cutter/stripper
• Safety eye goggles
Other Items Needed for Installation:
• New 60A 2-pole, 240V circuit breaker to install in main load center – should be manufactured by same as existing load center).
• Anchors and screws to mount transfer switch to wall
Optional Items for Installation:
• Arc-fault, GFCI or Surge protection circuit breakers. If Arc-fault, GFCI or Surge protection circuit breakers are used as the branch circuit
protector in the main load center, they MUST be used in the manual transfer switch. You may be able to re-use your existing AFCI, GFCI
and Surge protection circuit breakers in the manual transfer switch See above for compatible breakers. (Available through Gen/Tran).
• Power Inlet Box – for “hard-wired” installations. (Available through Gen/Tran, see TABLE 1).
• Flush Mount Plate to install transfer switch flush into the wall. (Available through Gen/Tran PN: 50329)
• Switching Neutral Kit. (Available through Gen/Tran PN: SNK)
• Wire, fittings and conduit to connect the Power Inlet Box to the transfer switch
• Power Cord to connect generator to transfer switch or Power Inlet Box. (Available through Gen/Tran).
• White, green, black and red THHN or MTW wire, 10 AWG, 300V rated
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