Highlights:

• Safest way to distribute power amongst 8- (expandable to 10) household circuits, including your gas furnace blower, refrigerator, well pump, lights, television, etc
• Easily connect the plug generator cord directly into transfer switch
• Can be conveniently surface mounted indoors, and your installer can reconfigure your current configuration
• Recommended for generators up to 7,500 Watt generators
• Proudly made in the USA

So you are prepared for power failure with a portable or stationary electricity generator. Accessing that power can be as easy as flipping a switch...if you trust the right company. Gen-Tran invented the "original" transfer switch, and since 1982 nobody has outdone them. The 3028 Prewired Manual Transfer Switch is ideal when you want to access emergency power without worrying about dangerous backfeeds and overloads. The generator cord can plug directly into the transfer switch, and the switch can be conveniently mounted indoors. Power can be distributed to 8 household circuits (10 if using a standard circuit breaker), supplying energy to your refrigerator, well pump, lights, gas furnace blower, television, etc. If you are intelligent, you don't want to send too much power to any of the aforementioned items. You can thank Gen-Tran for including a built-in wattage meter; allowing you to properly balance the load. All Gen-Tran products, including the 3028, are made in the USA; so support America and your family or business with this prewired manual transfer switch.

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Generator Audio FAQ

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5. What's the best way to incorporate a generator so that switching to it is hassle-free? (Audio Answer)
6. How will a transfer switch eliminate the need for a lot of messy cords? (Audio Answer)
7. What size extension cords should I be using with my generator? (Audio Answer)
8. What is the overall cost of transfer switch installation and how easy to they make it to use the generator? (Audio Answer)
9. Is a 5000 or 5500 Watt generator enough to cover my needs? (Audio Answer)
10. Is there a complicated maintenace procedure needed when the generator is not in use? (Audio Answer)
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12. Should I keep the fuel tank full or empty? (Audio Answer)
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14. I just need a simple installation to power a single appliance, like a sump pump. What do I need to know? (Audio Answer)
15. I live in a place where a generator isn't an option, what about a small-scalle battery backup solution? (Audio Answer)
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The 3028 includes:

• One (1) GenTran 8-Circuit 30 Amp Transfer Switch

Tech Specs:

• Model Number: 3028
• Manufacturer Name: Gen-Tran
• Made in USA: Yes
• Maximum Wattage: 7,500 Watts
• Voltage: 120/240 Single-Phase
• Frequency: 60 Hertz
• Rated Amps: 30 Amps
• Max Generator Input:30 Amps
• Enclosure: NEMA 1R
• Circuits: 2 - 15A/120V
• 2 - 20A/120V
• 1 - 20A/240V
• 1 - 30A/240V
• Dimensions: 9.25 W x 11.125H x 3.375 D.
• Circuits Breakers: 10
• UL Listed: Yes

Preparing for your Next Power Outage

A transfer switch is the safe and easy way to integrate your generator into your home's wiring system. No more fumbling with plugs and cords when a power outage happens. Simply switch on your generator, and flip the switch on your transfer unit and you'll be back up and running in no time.