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50 -Amp Manual Transfer Switch Manual Transfer Switch

Ratings & Reviews for Generac 50 -Amp Manual Transfer Switch Manual Transfer Switch

4.4
149
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 4.4 out of 5
149 Reviews


91% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

The generator is reported to be reliable and high-quality, providing effective emergency power backup. Customers praise its smooth installation, quiet operation, and consistent performance during outages. The product is noted for its durability, easy maintenance, and ability to power homes through extended blackouts. However, some customers experienced issues with the power cord length, louder-than-expected noise, and occasional malfunctions requiring service. A few also desired more detailed monitoring capabilities. Overall, most customers are very satisfied and would recommend this dependable home backup power solution.

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149 Customer Reviews

Excellent Quiet Backup

Would Recommend

This is an excellent, quiet backup generator. I particularly like the V-8 engine and the aluminum enclosure (which should avoid the rust problems that I have experienced with a previous steel-enclosed generator). I would suggest that the shut-off switch mounted outside the lockable controls makes tampering a little too easy. If an emergency shut-off is needed, it should be wired so as to be operable ONLY while the generator is running.

July 29, 2019

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MarketingJuly 30, 2019

Response to questions were done on a timely manner, thanks. Your material said access to a Tech was 24/7. Not true

Would Recommend

Great product, I’ve had a smaller unit for years Was and is still dependable. Look forward to many years of safe and dependable service.

July 25, 2019

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MarketingJuly 29, 2019

Great product

Would Recommend

Very professional and friendly group of people! They were all knowledgeable concerning their products! I’d highly recommend them!

July 18, 2019

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MarketingJuly 21, 2019

Great Product!!!

Would Recommend

Easy Install, quiet, and reliable. Can't ask for more.

July 17, 2019

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MarketingJuly 19, 2019

Love The Automated Features

Would Recommend

Hasn't been asked to perform yet, but installing contractor has one and swears by its value and reliability. Just in case, I bought the 10 year extended warranty. Live in mountains and lose power regularly from ice storms. Feel much more secure now.

July 4, 2019

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MarketingJuly 8, 2019

Great Home House Generator

Would Recommend

This is my 4th Generac generator. They are perfect for what I wanted. They run the house during outages and have been reliable, efficient machines. Feel secure with these generators.

July 1, 2019

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MarketingJuly 4, 2019

Came on when needed just like it was supposed to

Would Recommend

Bought a year ago and haven't needed it until this week. It switched within seconds and It has been running non stop for 65 hrs. Finally gave it a break to check the oil. Avg 1.5 gal LP per hr. The power has been excellent and it handled all the appliances when needed. Much quieter than the portable units my neighbors are using. It would nice if it had wifi or bluetooth.

May 30, 2019

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MarketingJune 3, 2019

Very quiet for such a large generator

Would Recommend

Very quiet for such a large generator. I do not like the extra kill switches they are too easy to bump and cause the machine to show a code or shut down. Changing the orifice from natural gas to propane is very difficult I had to make a special flat blade device to remove the orifice which meant I had to remove the whole internal regulator, this needs to be changed.

May 17, 2019

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MarketingMay 21, 2019

great generator so far

Would Recommend

just finished the install. the conversion to LP gas was a challenge as the location of the orifice required removing the whole solenoid assembly and then finding a tool with a wide enough blade to install the LP gas orifice.

April 19, 2019

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MarketingApril 22, 2019

Quiet and powerful

Would Recommend

Just had our old generator swapped out for this one. Glad the case is rust-proof. Also more silent when running

April 12, 2019

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MarketingApril 14, 2019

Everything great except no wifi

Would Recommend

It would be nice if this had a wifi app that would alert when it turns on, otherwise very nice unit. Powers the entire house with the homes seven panels located thru-out the home. 400 amp service.

April 9, 2019

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MarketingApril 11, 2019

We’re ready for power outages now!

Would Recommend

Installation of the generator was completed this week. We have yet to use it, but no more worries about power outages affecting our lifestyle. We feel very secure with the Generac generator providing backup.

April 5, 2019

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MarketingApril 8, 2019

Great purchase.

Would Recommend

This generator will save me money during storm seasons. I always loose power during high winds and lightning. No more food spoilage!

April 3, 2019

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MarketingApril 5, 2019

It’s everything I expected!

Would Recommend

This is a great looking generator and at 48KW it will power everything in the house! After hurricane Michael, I used my Generac portable 15KW to keep the essential household items running for days until the power was restored! The quality of a Generac system is unbeatable!

March 27, 2019

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MarketingApril 1, 2019

Keeping It Going

Would Recommend

I am thrilled to have my Generac generator installed and ready to “go” in an emergency.The brand is excellent (previously owned the same at a former residence) and installation by Premier Power Systems in Jacksonville went seamlessly. Bob Holman and his team are the best in the business.

February 7, 2019

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MarketingFebruary 8, 2019

Very impressed.

Would Recommend

I love the looks of the unit and how user friendly it is. Its quiet and runs my whole 400 amp house without having to shut anything off. All in all this generator has exceeded my expectations.

February 4, 2019

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MarketingFebruary 5, 2019

Off to a good start...

Would Recommend

Having suffered through a multi-year problem with a competitor's product issues, I went searching for a reliable alternative. I was very professionally guided in my search by TSE Power Solutions and chose a 48KVW diesel unit from Generac. The planning and execution of the installation were exceptionally well handled and went as scheduled. Start-up proceeded flawlessly as well and we are now set to go. I am confident this will be a much better, long term solution that will fit our needs.

January 31, 2019

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Great reliability and features - The Perfect Solution

Would Recommend

This Generac Generator is really terrific. So happy we invested in it and the relialibity it brings to the party. Great Product !! We use Boyland Electric for maintence and they are terrific - World Class !

January 11, 2019

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MarketingJanuary 11, 2019

No effort peace of mind

Would Recommend

Installed this during a rebuilt with doing so kept in mind during planning. No other service disconnect needed in my area and re-located my electrical system around it. Not had the chance to have it function as it should, but looking forward to not having to lift a finger for it to do so! Have the same at my Mom's home on a 16KW and most of the time she doesn't know power has switched over.

December 28, 2018

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MarketingJanuary 2, 2019

25kW Generac Protector

Would Not Recommend

I would not buy a Generac generator again. I ordered this generator with the specification that it run on LPG, but when it was delivered, it was set up for NG. We had to convert it in the field, but of course Generac doesn't supply the special tools to convert it in the field. After hours of fighting the fuel orifice, and nearly stripping it out because we didn't have a wide enough screw driver, we finally got it converted. Then it states in the instructions that when fuel type is converted, it ...

December 21, 2018

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