Raintight •Connect your generator to an exterior power outlet
Patented Design •Generous wiring space that facilitates rough-in
Indoor/Outdoor Connection •NEMA 3R design can be used indoors or outdoors
Model
Model Number:
PB30
Manufacturer Name:
Reliance Controls
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 3R
UL Listed:
Yes
Overview
Weight:
2.5 Lbs. (1.13 kilograms)
Dimensions:
6"L x 4"W x 2.63"H (15.24 x 10.16 x 6.68 cm)
Warranty:
2 Years
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1 Question
Q: Hi Jim, I recently purchased a Generac XP8000E from Lowe's and I need to know what I need from you to hook it up for emergency use. I have 200 amp service and a GE main panel. by Eric from Missouri on February 05, 2011
A: The Reliance Controls model Q310A is a good choice for your transfer switch which gives you the flexibility to connect to any breaker in your panel since this model has interchangeable breakers.
You will then need to purchase a outdoor power inlet box such as the Reliance Controls PB30. This would be mounted outside close to where you will be running your generator for easy plug in. This item is hard wired directly to the manual transfer switch.
You will then need a 30A power cord to connect to the inlet box from the generator. The length would be dependent on where you are placing the generator in relation to the inlet box. A 4-prong type cord is needed for 120/240V. by Jim, Product Expert
Overall Rating
5.0
(Based on 5 Reviews)
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Jim Baugher, Product Expert Electric Generators Direct
Jim's Recommendation
Reliance controls is a well known brand in the generator industry. This product earns the better award because of it's compact design and light weight.
You can't beat it.
November 15, 2011
Bob Hillsdale, MI
Prepared This Time
We were without power for a week after the ice storm in Southern Michigan in February of 2010. Miserable. Had to use kerosene heater to heat some of the house (sort of). Lost the food we had in the freezer and the refrigerator. Thank goodness we are on city water with a gas water heater so at least we had water. I decided we weren't going through that again, so I bought a 7,000 watt generator, power outlet, and transfer switch.
I was concerned about installing the transfer switch myself, but let me tell you, if you have any knowledge about the wiring in your house, you can probably do this yourself. Couldn't be easier. Just follow the instructions in the manual that comes with the transfer switch and / or watch the instructional videos on the Reliance website and installation is fast and easy. Now we have power to everything we need in the house when the power goes out. Don't wait until you lose power. Prepare now.
We were without power for a week after the ice storm in Southern Michigan in February of 2010. Miserable. Had to use kerosene heater to heat some of the house (sort of). Lost the food we had in the freezer and the refrigerator. Thank goodness we are on city water with a gas water heater so at least we had water. I decided we weren't going through that again, so I bought a 7,000 watt generator, power outlet, and transfer switch.
I was concerned about installing the transfer switch myself, but let me tell you, if you have any knowledge about the wiring in your house, you can... more
January 04, 2012
Frederick Putnam Valley, NY
Ordered PC3040USA Model got PC3040CHINA Model
Just received my back ordered PC3040 30 AMP Releliance controls 40 foot power cord. However, the cord I received was not the one pictured or specified on EGD sight. Reliance has substituted a made in China power cord with the same specifications. The cord I received is 50 foot in length, is yellow and has a heavier outside jacket. It probably weighs more than the USA model. I called Reliance, and they said it carries the same warranty as the USA model. I haven't used it yet because I am still waiting for my Reliance Controls 30-Amp (4-Prong) Power Inlet Box - PB30 and Reliance Controls 60-Amp Utility/30-Amp (GFI) Gen Indoor Transfer - XRC 0603C. Electric Generator Direct should have indicated that they would substitute the Chinese power cord for the USA model before it was shipped.
Just received my back ordered PC3040 30 AMP Releliance controls 40 foot power cord. However, the cord I received was not the one pictured or specified on EGD sight. Reliance has substituted a made in China power cord with the same specifications. The cord I received is 50 foot in length, is yellow and has a heavier outside jacket. It probably weighs more than the USA model. I called Reliance, and they said it carries the same warranty as the USA model. I haven't used it yet because I am still waiting for my Reliance Controls 30-Amp (4-Prong) Power Inlet Box - PB30 and Reliance Controls 6... more
September 27, 2011
Tony Tullytown, PA
Excellent Online Expirience.
Ordered the Generac 7500 Watt electric start model after doing many hrs of latenight research and comparisons. Wanted a unit that was big enough to run everything but our electric stove and electric dryer and washer. Very simple online procedure after that.
Truck delivered it to my driveway within a week or so as it was a back order item..I was home alone that day and since it weighed 200 lbs, there was no way I was going to get it up our 30 foot handicap ramp to our back porch. So, being a nice sunny day, I cut open the box, installed the wheels and handle within 20 minutes, then wheeled it up the ramp and onto the porch..
Connected the battery, added the oil which came with it, couple gallons of fresh gas, and electric start kicked it on right away... not as loud as I expected it to be..but my older generators never had a muffler like this one.
I also ordered the Reliance 30 amp, 10 interchangeable breaker power transfer box and power inlet box.
Note: I saw a Generac 7000 watt manual start at a major Box store and including tax, was more than what I paid for the 7500 with electric start so I know this was the best deal and the best choice on where to buy all of this from.....A great deal all around and I would recommend this company to everyone.
Ordered the Generac 7500 Watt electric start model after doing many hrs of latenight research and comparisons. Wanted a unit that was big enough to run everything but our electric stove and electric dryer and washer. Very simple online procedure after that.
Truck delivered it to my driveway within a week or so as it was a back order item..I was home alone that day and since it weighed 200 lbs, there was no way I was going to get it up our 30 foot handicap ramp to our back porch. So, being a nice sunny day, I cut open the box, installed the wheels and handle within 20 minutes... more
July 03, 2010
Jim A. Chicagoland, IL
Easy set up
Purchased this set up for occasional power outages.
Instructions are fantastic and easy to follow. The whole set up took me no more than 3 hours to complete and that included a trip to the local store for black, white, red, and green 10-gauge wire for the power inlet box, some 20-amp breakers because I wanted to change the box around a little and, some other small items.
Watch the videos on Reliance Controls web site as well as read the directions a few times prior to install and you should have no problem getting this installed.
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