--- product_id: 28087115 title: "The Original, Patented, UL/CSA Approved Manual Transfer Switch - Made in the USA" brand: "ez generator switch" price: "NZ$277" currency: NZD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Ez Generator Switch" url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/28087115-the-original-patented-ul-csa-approved-manual-transfer-switch-made store_origin: NZ region: New Zealand --- # 20A current rating UL/CSA/ETL certified safety Made & assembled in USA The Original, Patented, UL/CSA Approved Manual Transfer Switch - Made in the USA **Brand:** ez generator switch **Price:** NZ$277 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚡ Power your essentials, stress-free and certified! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Original, Patented, UL/CSA Approved Manual Transfer Switch - Made in the USA by ez generator switch - **How much does it cost?** NZ$277 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/28087115-the-original-patented-ul-csa-approved-manual-transfer-switch-made) ## Best For - ez generator switch enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted ez generator switch brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Veteran-Owned Quality:** Crafted in the USA by a veteran-employed company with real-life customer support - • **Versatile Power Transfer:** Seamlessly switches power to essential loads like heating, refrigeration, and solar - • **No Circuit Breaker Hassle:** Avoids backfeeding and eliminates the need to touch existing breakers - • **Battery & Inverter Friendly:** Compatible with bonded or floating neutrals for modern power sources - • **Certified Safety & Compliance:** UL/CSA/ETL approved for peace of mind and insurance compliance ## Overview The Original EZ Generator Switch is a UL/CSA/ETL certified, manual transfer switch designed for safe, code-compliant power transfer to essential home loads. Made in the USA by a veteran-employed company, it supports battery inverters and solar systems with bonded or floating neutrals, ensuring versatile and reliable backup power without the need to modify existing circuit breakers. ## Description desertcart.com: EZ GENERATOR SWITCH - The Original, Patented, UL/CSA Approved Manual Transfer Switch - Made in the USA : Patio, Lawn & Garden Review: Good sturdy legit CERTIFIED ETL/UL switch - The components are well built The switch itself seems heavy duty Got some heft to it. It’s built with copper wire. Not aluminum like the others. The unit as a whole is UL/ETL certified. Very important to be code compliant for both safety, inspection and homeowners insurance. Comes with an offset nipple and wire nuts. Nice tidy looking box made in the USA by a master electrician. That said there are some sticking points. Know your generator. Either a bonded or floating neutral. It comes setup, as is, for a bonded generator. If you have a floating generator, then theres a bit of rewiring, but it’s easy. NEVER USE A BONDING PLUG. Illegal and dangerous to life and property. The instructions could be more DIY friendly. They seem to be written for other electricians. The company does have a YouTube channel showing installation, but they could be clearer. Customer service is very helpful. The pig tails are about 24” long 12 gauge STRANDED copper. Most likely to clamp onto the female spades in the build. Stranded copper can be difficult to work with for the DIYer when using wire nuts. I used lever style wire connectors. Much easier. Also if connecting to an outlet, make sure to use one that uses side wiring. Can’t use stranded with the terminal screws. The instructions state that the wire connections need to be made outside the box. This is due to the components (inlet, switch, breaker) have spade connectors and take up all the room in the box. No room for wire nuts and extra wire. That’s why you get the offset nipple. You’ll need a metal handy box with a cover. You CAN NOT use a plastic box. The wires from the panel have to pass through the switch metal box and into the handy box to make the connections. From the handy box, out to the load. The outer sheath of the Romex has to be removed of the length inside of the switch box into the 2nd box. The exposed wires have to be encased in the offset nipple. However there maybe a problem depending on your particular situation, like mine. I was tapping into the line in the basement to my refrigerator. The wires are all exposed but very little slack. Since the wires from the panel need to pass through the switch box into the handy box that’s a problem. Not enough wire to work with. You’ll either need to run a longer wire to the load (outlet, heating system). That can be costly and a pain. Easiest option is to use wire butt connectors and lengths of wire to extend them. In my case I added an outlet in the basement just outside the switch box. Using pig tails off of the outlet, I made the wire connections in the switch box adding a 4” box extension ring on the switch box. This gives plenty of room for the wire connections and components in the one box. And it’s a lot easier. Costs the same as a handy box and cover. A little preplanning goes a long way. And plan on a trip or two or three or more to the home improvement store. Like every other home project. I connected one to the circuit to my refrigerator and an other one to my furnace. Both work flawlessly. I tested both hookups with generator for 15 mins to insure it’s done right. Very pleased with the product as a whole. Review: Worked Flawlessly! - Was looking for a way to run my gas furnace during a power outage. I wanted the option to use my Jackery power station or a gas generator. I saw many videos online showing different ways to achieve my objective, and the EZ Generator Switch seemed to be the most attractive and efficient method I came across. The simplicity of installation was another huge plus. Jackery power stations have a floating neutral. So as per the EZ Switch instructions, I rewired the EZ. I mounted the switch on the wall next to my furnace shutoff switch and connected the EZ wires inside the shutoff switch box. I replaced the plastic box that the shutoff switch was in for a metal box. If I had to do it over, I would have gotten a bigger box for the shutoff switch. The box I purchased made it very difficult to fit all the wires inside. Anyway, once everything was mounted and connected, I ran a cable from the EZ to my Jackery 1000 Pro. Happily, everything worked flawlessly. I saw one online video installation in which the EZ Switch was being used with the Jackery Explorer 1000. The furnace wouldn’t fire up and displayed an error. The guy ended up using a neutral grounding plug to solve the problem. I didn’t have that same problem, and I think it’s because I rewired the EZ for the floating neutral. Just for reference, here is my testing scenario. My home temperature was 73 degrees. Once I had the EZ set up and the Jackery 1000 Pro connected, I set the thermostat to 75 degrees. While on standby, the furnace was drawing about 5 watts. The next stage, as the furnace started engaging, the furnace showed a total draw of about 270 watts. Once the furnace was fully engaged and heating, it was drawing about 650 watts. To begin the test, my Jackery had a 75% charge. It took the furnace 15 minutes to warm the house from 73 to 75 degrees, and the furnace was drawing a steady 650 or so watts for the entire 15 minutes. Once the furnace completed the cycle, my Jackery was at 60%. By the way, the outside temperature was in the mid fifties, and it was late afternoon. The furnace didn’t come back on for about three hours. So the Jackery 1000 Pro should give me a good bit of backup power time, even if the outside temperature was lower. Nevertheless, to be well covered I purchased the Jackery 2000 Plus. ## Features - This is the original, authentic, and patented EZ Generator Switch - Made and assembled in the U.S.A by a veteran-employed company with real life customer support - UL / CSA / ETL approved and compliant - Battery inverter friendly, Bonded or Floating neutrals - Transfers power to any type of essential load (heat, lights, refrigeration, solar, inverters, sump pumps) - No backeeding or touching existing circuit breakers necessary ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00FADDE0A | | Actuator Type | Push Button | | Best Sellers Rank | #23,758 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #10 in Outdoor Generator Transfer Switches | | Brand | EZ Generator Switch | | Brand Name | EZ Generator Switch | | Circuit Type | 2-way | | Color | Green | | Compatible Devices | battery inverters, solar inverters, heating systems, lighting circuits, convenience outlets, refrigerators, sump pumps, well pumps, solar systems | | Connectivity Protocol | X-10 | | Connector Type | Plug In | | Contact Material | Metal | | Contact Type | Normally Open | | Control Method | Touch | | Control Type | Manual | | Controller Type | Push Button | | Current Rating | 20 A | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 934 Reviews | | International Protection Rating | IP54 | | Item Dimensions | 4 x 4 x 4 inches | | Item Weight | 16 ounces | | Manufacturer | EZ Generator Switch LLC | | Material Type | Steel | | Model | UNIVERSAL | | Mounting Type | Plug-In Mount | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Positions | 1 | | Operating Voltage | 120 volts | | Operation Mode | ON-OFF-ON | | Part Number | 1001u | | Switch Type | Rocker | | Terminal | Screw | | UPC | 799418734095 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Wattage | 1800 watts | ## Product Details - **Brand:** EZ Generator Switch - **Connector Type:** Plug In - **Contact Type:** Normally Open - **Current Rating:** 20 A - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 4 x 4 x 4 inches - **Material:** Steel - **Operating Voltage:** 120 volts - **Operation Mode:** ON-OFF-ON - **Switch Type:** Rocker - **Terminal:** Screw ## Images ![The Original, Patented, UL/CSA Approved Manual Transfer Switch - Made in the USA - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61dy3MzvZOL.jpg) ![The Original, Patented, UL/CSA Approved Manual Transfer Switch - Made in the USA - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71YpdbIHzyL.jpg) ![The Original, Patented, UL/CSA Approved Manual Transfer Switch - Made in the USA - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71o6MfOYtzL.jpg) ![The Original, Patented, UL/CSA Approved Manual Transfer Switch - Made in the USA - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71m2knQHXkL.jpg) ![The Original, Patented, UL/CSA Approved Manual Transfer Switch - Made in the USA - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81WkGCcWZHL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: How do I tell whether my generator has floating or bonded neutral?** A: You can buy one of those three light receptacle testers. Plug it into the generator while it is running. If you get a normal two amber light result, you have a neutral bonded generator.Look at this u-tube video. It shows how to diagnosis and how to fix the problem. I followed these instructions for my 2000 watt Wen generator and it worked.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wr3ZKDN-8Go **Q: Does each 15 amp circuit breaker need an ez generator switch if i want to power up more than one thing?** A: We manufacture a single circuit transfer switch, so yes one switch per breaker.. What ever is on that single circuit EZ generator switch will operate. Depending on what the electrician placed on a circuit you could have outlets and lights together or the fridge could have other outlets on it. Cost of transfer switches is based on the amount of Voltage & Amperage, so if you need single circuits only and want to energize essential items our switch will work well 4u . If you want 6 circuits or more you need a bigger system , larger generator for the load and obviously the system will cost considerably more. Hope this helps! **Q: what can i hook up to it** A: You can hook up nearly any electrical device in your house up to the limit of your generator. Its easier to say what it wont handle. It won't handle an electric stove, electric hot water heater, well pump, central AC unit or electric clothes dryer. Pick a single 15 amp breaker in your electrical panel. everything fed from it can be handled by this device. I have two of them, one for my oil furnace and one for the air handler. I run additional extension cords from my generator to power the refrigerator, telephone and the electric stair lift for my elderly mom. **Q: I have 2 3,500 watt generators, if i buy 2 transfer switches can i run both generators at thw same time???** A: sure, the switch doesn't care where it gets it power from it will transfer the load. What you want to make sure of you are not sharing the same neutral like in a multi circuit application. Sometimes an electrician will run a 14/3 cable and serve two circuits, the neutral is shared which is fine BUT if you feed the multi circuit with two generators you could very well have an issue. If you don't understand or need more help Just Ask! ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good sturdy legit CERTIFIED ETL/UL switch *by D***E on March 21, 2025* The components are well built The switch itself seems heavy duty Got some heft to it. It’s built with copper wire. Not aluminum like the others. The unit as a whole is UL/ETL certified. Very important to be code compliant for both safety, inspection and homeowners insurance. Comes with an offset nipple and wire nuts. Nice tidy looking box made in the USA by a master electrician. That said there are some sticking points. Know your generator. Either a bonded or floating neutral. It comes setup, as is, for a bonded generator. If you have a floating generator, then theres a bit of rewiring, but it’s easy. NEVER USE A BONDING PLUG. Illegal and dangerous to life and property. The instructions could be more DIY friendly. They seem to be written for other electricians. The company does have a YouTube channel showing installation, but they could be clearer. Customer service is very helpful. The pig tails are about 24” long 12 gauge STRANDED copper. Most likely to clamp onto the female spades in the build. Stranded copper can be difficult to work with for the DIYer when using wire nuts. I used lever style wire connectors. Much easier. Also if connecting to an outlet, make sure to use one that uses side wiring. Can’t use stranded with the terminal screws. The instructions state that the wire connections need to be made outside the box. This is due to the components (inlet, switch, breaker) have spade connectors and take up all the room in the box. No room for wire nuts and extra wire. That’s why you get the offset nipple. You’ll need a metal handy box with a cover. You CAN NOT use a plastic box. The wires from the panel have to pass through the switch metal box and into the handy box to make the connections. From the handy box, out to the load. The outer sheath of the Romex has to be removed of the length inside of the switch box into the 2nd box. The exposed wires have to be encased in the offset nipple. However there maybe a problem depending on your particular situation, like mine. I was tapping into the line in the basement to my refrigerator. The wires are all exposed but very little slack. Since the wires from the panel need to pass through the switch box into the handy box that’s a problem. Not enough wire to work with. You’ll either need to run a longer wire to the load (outlet, heating system). That can be costly and a pain. Easiest option is to use wire butt connectors and lengths of wire to extend them. In my case I added an outlet in the basement just outside the switch box. Using pig tails off of the outlet, I made the wire connections in the switch box adding a 4” box extension ring on the switch box. This gives plenty of room for the wire connections and components in the one box. And it’s a lot easier. Costs the same as a handy box and cover. A little preplanning goes a long way. And plan on a trip or two or three or more to the home improvement store. Like every other home project. I connected one to the circuit to my refrigerator and an other one to my furnace. Both work flawlessly. I tested both hookups with generator for 15 mins to insure it’s done right. Very pleased with the product as a whole. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worked Flawlessly! *by D***W on October 18, 2023* Was looking for a way to run my gas furnace during a power outage. I wanted the option to use my Jackery power station or a gas generator. I saw many videos online showing different ways to achieve my objective, and the EZ Generator Switch seemed to be the most attractive and efficient method I came across. The simplicity of installation was another huge plus. Jackery power stations have a floating neutral. So as per the EZ Switch instructions, I rewired the EZ. I mounted the switch on the wall next to my furnace shutoff switch and connected the EZ wires inside the shutoff switch box. I replaced the plastic box that the shutoff switch was in for a metal box. If I had to do it over, I would have gotten a bigger box for the shutoff switch. The box I purchased made it very difficult to fit all the wires inside. Anyway, once everything was mounted and connected, I ran a cable from the EZ to my Jackery 1000 Pro. Happily, everything worked flawlessly. I saw one online video installation in which the EZ Switch was being used with the Jackery Explorer 1000. The furnace wouldn’t fire up and displayed an error. The guy ended up using a neutral grounding plug to solve the problem. I didn’t have that same problem, and I think it’s because I rewired the EZ for the floating neutral. Just for reference, here is my testing scenario. My home temperature was 73 degrees. Once I had the EZ set up and the Jackery 1000 Pro connected, I set the thermostat to 75 degrees. While on standby, the furnace was drawing about 5 watts. The next stage, as the furnace started engaging, the furnace showed a total draw of about 270 watts. Once the furnace was fully engaged and heating, it was drawing about 650 watts. To begin the test, my Jackery had a 75% charge. It took the furnace 15 minutes to warm the house from 73 to 75 degrees, and the furnace was drawing a steady 650 or so watts for the entire 15 minutes. Once the furnace completed the cycle, my Jackery was at 60%. By the way, the outside temperature was in the mid fifties, and it was late afternoon. The furnace didn’t come back on for about three hours. So the Jackery 1000 Pro should give me a good bit of backup power time, even if the outside temperature was lower. Nevertheless, to be well covered I purchased the Jackery 2000 Plus. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Product-Easy Install-Works Great *by P***L on November 7, 2025* This device works great for easily transitioning my outdoor wood burner from line power to generator power. The item is well built and includes all necessary instructions to install. If you can replace an electrical outlet on your own you will be able to install this device. On the downside it is a bit over priced for what it is but in my opinion well worth the extra cost in peace of mind. ## Frequently Bought Together - EZ GENERATOR SWITCH - The Original, Patented, UL/CSA Approved Manual Transfer Switch - Dreyoo Neutral Ground Bonding Plug for Portable Inverter Generator, Generator Plug with Floating Neutral on RV, Motorhome, Camper, Orange, 1 Pack - WAGO 221 Lever Nuts 28pc Compact Splicing Wire Connector Assortment with Case | Includes 221-2401, 221-412, 221-413, 221-415 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.nz/products/28087115-the-original-patented-ul-csa-approved-manual-transfer-switch-made](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/28087115-the-original-patented-ul-csa-approved-manual-transfer-switch-made) --- *Product available on Desertcart New Zealand* *Store origin: NZ* *Last updated: 2026-08-23*