GenTran PowerStay R1020 Installation And Operating Instructions

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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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 outdoors or indoors.
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 "GENERATOR MAIN" rating in the transfer switch.
Thank you for purchasing the finest manual transfer switch available today. Gen/Tran's Power Centers are designed to safely connect generators to load centers
in homes and light commercial buildings (single phase only) for standby power applications. Features include:
Generator Main and Utility Main mechanically interlocked preventing utility or generator power back feed
Full branch circuit protection with Siemens
Optional GFCI, Arc Fault or Surge Protection circuit breakers to further protect your home and electronic equipment (Available from Gen/Tran)
High Corrosion-resistant aluminum cabinet
Items Needed for Installation:
¼" and 11/32 nut drivers
Straight blade and Phillips screwdriver
Large Allen Wrench Set
Electric drill
Typical Power Center Installation:
For Models R2060, R3060, R5010, R2020, R3020, R5020,
R6010, R6020, R1020, R1220
All models are suitable as service entrance equipment.
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circuit breakers
POWER CENTER
Wire cutter/stripper
Anchors and screws to mount switch to wall
Power Cord to connect generator to switch.
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  • Page 1 ♦ Straight blade and Phillips screwdriver ♦ Large Allen Wrench Set ♦ Electric drill Typical Power Center Installation: POWER CENTER R6010, R6020, R1020, R1220 ® circuit breakers ♦ Wire cutter/stripper ♦ Anchors and screws to mount switch to wall ♦...
  • Page 2: Installation Procedure

    What is the Power Center? The PowerStay™ Power Center is a combined indoor/outdoor transfer switch and distribution panel. It can be used as service entrance equipment for 60 Amp, 100 Amp and 200 Amp services. In addition to being a transfer switch, the Power Center adds additional circuits for outdoor applications such as air conditioner compressors, sewage lift pumps, boat docks, outbuildings, garages, pump houses, barns and the like.
  • Page 3 For “Hard-wired” Generator Connection: (Models R6010, R6020, R1020, R1220) Follow steps 1 - 6 as described above. Installer to determine size of conduit for bringing power from generator to the Power Center. KOs on bottom of Power Center should be used, although alternate entry is adequate when necessary.
  • Page 4: Wiring Diagrams

    Transferring from Generator Power to Utility Power: On the Power Center, turn OFF Generator MAIN breaker and turn ON Utility MAIN breaker. On 200 amps Main breaker models, this will require sliding the interlock mechanism up with the left hand while turning ON the 200 amp circuit breaker. Turn ON any branch circuit breakers in the Power Center and Main Load center that are OFF.

This manual is also suitable for:

Powerstay r1220Powerstay r2020Powerstay r2060Powerstay r3020Powerstay r3060Powerstay r5010 ... Show all

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