Reliance
Reliance Controls Transfer Switch Kit - 10 Circuit, Model# 31410CRK
Reliance 10 circuit transfer switch kit,
August 30, 2010
By vtchuck68 from Hartford, Vermont
"I am an electrical contractor and I installed a Reliance 10 circuit transfer switch kit for a friend/customer a few years back. They have lost power several times since then for several days at a time and the system has performed very well. Since the 10 circuit panel allows so much of the house to be connected to the generator, they said their biggest problem is knowing when the utility power comes back on."
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Reliance
Reliance Controls Transfer Switch Kit - 10 Circuit, Model# 31410CRK
Reliance Controls 10 Circuit Transfer Switch,
February 22, 2010
By Terryd from Northern Virginia
"Installed this handy little unit a while back, and it proved it's worth during a recent 3 day power outage. Once the snow had passed, I wheeled out my 5.25 KVA portable generator, plugged it into the transfer switch, and was able to keep the furnace(propane), well pump, septic pump, water heater and sundry other things going. It would have been a pretty uncomfortable few days otherwise.
This unit + a fairly modest generator is an excellent compromise when you cannot afford (or justify) spending > $10,000 on getting a full house generator and transfer switch."
What is your level of technical expertise? Home Handyman
Reliance
Reliance Controls Transfer Switch Kit - 10 Circuit, Model# 31410CRK
Very good but one caution,
April 2, 2009
"Agree with other reviews about ease of instillation. When planning wiring I noticed that the wiring from the transfer box was not all the same length. Seems a couple of circuits were shorter. With my long main box this just meant to plan ahead to reach breakers. No problem. Also very minor but one screw in the outside outlet box was deformed, and needed to be cleaned out with a file for a screwdriver to catch."
What is your level of technical expertise? Home Handyman
Reliance
Reliance Controls Transfer Switch Kit - 10 Circuit, Model# 31410CRK
10 Circuit Transfer Switch,
January 3, 2009
By Mykicks45884 from Wapakoneta, OH
"I have installed 3 of these units for customers that wanted whole house units but didn't have the budget for one. For a very affordable price, I get them into a safe, easy to use, up-to-code means of powering their house in the event of an emergency.
Installation was easy. Just follow the colors and letters and your good to go. A typical installation takes me about 4-6 hours.
Some customers have stated that they have even had reductions in their homeowners Insurance because they have a means of back-up power.
Not to mention it increases the resale value and appeal of your home. Wouldn't you like for your next home to have a way to power up in the event of a power outage?
How about Norther Tool's service? The shipping was right on time and the packages were never damaged.
I will continue to use this product until it is not available any more. Lets hope that doesn't happen."
What is your level of technical expertise? Home Handyman
Reliance
Reliance Controls Transfer Switch Kit - 10 Circuit, Model# 31410CRK
Reliance transfer switch,
January 1, 2009
By bphelojockey from Clarence, New York (Buffalo)
"Very detailed instructions on every aspect from calculating wattage to installation of the transfer switch. Kit includes absolutely everything needed for complete installation, even the wire nuts! The quality is exceptional and I am recomending this switch to my neighbors and freinds. We just lost power due to a wind storm and ran the whole house for a day and a half in mid-winter. I am no electrician, but I had no difficulty installing and using this transfer switch. Absolutely worth every penny."
What is your level of technical expertise? Home Handyman
Reliance
Reliance Controls Transfer Switch Kit - 10 Circuit, Model# 31410CRK
10 circuit transfer switch,
November 17, 2008
By farmereric from warrenton,va
"I was very pleased to see the quality of this reliance transfer switch when I took it from the box.easy instructions all material needed except # 10 awg 4 wire UFB cable to connect to weather proof power inlet box,and a couple of wire clamps.instalation was easy.I plan to use this as generator back up with my northern tool DPG6500, gen set which is also high quality as well,and as a way to connect my solar fed 240v inverter that I will put in a shed outside near this power inlet box so I can switch some of my home circuits to green power at my will.very happy with this company its nice to have some quality still out there."
What is your level of technical expertise? Home Handyman
Reliance
Reliance Controls Transfer Switch Kit - 10 Circuit, Model# 31410CRK
Reliance Transfer Switch-10 Circuit-31410CRK,
August 11, 2008
By HandyBob from Smithe Station, AL
"Delivery was speedy, the instructions were easy to follow and detailed. I had no difficulty in installing the switch kit. Anyone who can identify black,red & green wires & can read the wire identification letters on the switch wires will be able to install this kit safely, in accordance with the National Electric Code (NEC). A test run proved the switch worked as advertized."
What is your level of technical expertise? Home Handyman