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Transfer Switch Installation Process

Installation Process

Electricians are trained professionals that know national and local electrical codes to ensure a safe installation. Find a local dealer to install your transfer switch.

<strong>Step 1</strong>: Choosing a Location

Step 1: Choosing a Location

Choose a location for the transfer switch.

<strong>Step 2</strong>: Mount Transfer Switch & Inlet Box

Step 2: Mount Transfer Switch & Inlet Box

Mount the transfer switch on the predetermined wall. The Inlet box is also installed outside.

<strong>Step 3</strong>: Run Electrical Wiring & Grounding Rod

Step 3: Run Electrical Wiring & Grounding Rod

Run all wires and install necessary breakers from your existing electrical panel to the transfer switch.
Feed wires from the transfer switch into the inlex box.
Install the ground rod outside.

Your transfer switch is installed!

Homelink™ Installation Process

Learn more about how the HomeLink™ upgradeable manual transfer switch works and how it is installed in your home.

Homelink™ Installation Process

Testing Your Transfer Switch

Test By Transferring From Utility to Generator Power

  1. Move generator outside
  2. Insert Male plug into generator
  3. Plug in female connector to bottom of inlet box
  4. Turn OFF all circuit breakers in transfer switch and load center
  5. Start the generator outside
  6. Turn ON main circuit breaker in transfer switch
  7. Turn ON circuit breakers 1 at a time in transfer switch

Transferring Generator Power Back to Utility

  1. Turn OFF generator main breaker in transfer switch and turn ON utility main breaker
  2. Turn ON any branch circuit breakers that are OFF
  3. Shut down the generator
  4. Unplug power cord from transfer switch first, then the generator
  5. Let the generator cool before storing in a cool, dry place

Always follow your owner’s manual for generator and transfer switch instructions and use.

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