Section 4: Operation; Functional Tests And Adjustments; Manual Operation; Close To Normal Source Side - Generac Power Systems RTSW100G3 Owner's Manual

Section 4: Operation

Functional Tests and Adjustments

Following transfer switch installation and interconnection,
inspect the entire installation carefully. A competent,
qualified electrician should inspect it. The installation
must comply strictly with all applicable codes, standards,
and regulations. When absolutely certain the installation
is proper and correct, complete a functional test of the
system.
CAUTION
Equipment damage. Perform functional tests in the
exact order they are presented in the manual.
Failure to do so could result in equipment damage.
IMPORTANT: Before proceeding with functional tests,
read and make sure all instructions and information in
this section is understood. Also read the information and
instructions of labels and decals affixed to the switch.
Note any options or accessories that might be installed
and review their operation.

Manual Operation

DANGER
Electrocution. Do not manually transfer under load.
Disconnect transfer switch from all power sources
prior to manual transfer. Failure to do so will result
in death or serious injury, and equipment damage.
A manual handle is shipped with the transfer switch. See
1 in Figure 4-1. Manual operation must be checked
BEFORE the transfer switch is operated electrically. To
check manual operation, proceed as follows:
1. Ensure the generator is in the OFF mode.
2. Turn OFF or
EMERGENCY power supplies to the transfer
switch, with whatever means provided (such as the
main line circuit breakers).
3. Note position of transfer mechanism main contacts
by observing display windows in "A" and "B" (3 and
4 in Figure 4-1) as follows:
• Window "A" ON, Window "B" OFF - LOAD termi-
nals (T1, T2, T3) are connected to utility terminals
(N1, N2, N3).
• Window "A" OFF, Window "B" ON - LOAD termi-
nals (T1, T2, T3) are connected to emergency ter-
minals (E1, E2, E3).
CAUTION
Equipment damage. Do not use excessive force
while manually operating the transfer switch.
Doing so could result in equipment damage.
Automatic Transfer Switch Owner's Manual
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OPEN both UTLITY
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Close to Normal Source Side

Before proceeding, verify the position of the switch by
observing Window "A" in
"ON", the contacts are closed in the normal position, no
further action is required. If it reads "OFF," proceed as
follows:
1.
Attach handle to the actuating shaft (see 2 in
1
).
2. Move handle in the direction of the arrow on the
switch cover until it stops — DO NOT FORCE.
3. Release handle slowly to allow the spring in the
switch box to relax. "ON" now appears in Window
"A" and "OFF" appears in Window "B".

Close to Standby Source Side

Before proceeding, verify the position of the switch by
observing Window "B" in Figure 4-1. If Window "B" reads
"ON", the contacts are closed in the EMERGENCY
(STANDBY) position. No further action is required. If it
reads "OFF", proceed as follows:
1.
Attach handle to the actuating shaft (see 2 in
1
).
2. Move the handle in the direction of the arrow on the
switch cover until it stops - DO NOT FORCE.
3. Release handle slowly to allow the spring in the
switch box to relax. "OFF" now appears in Window
"A" and "ON" appears in Window "B".

Return to Normal Source Side

Manually actuate switch to return Window "A" to the "ON"
position.
and
Operation
Figure 4-1. If Window "A" reads
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