Section 2: Installation; Introduction To Installation; Mounting; Open Enclosure - Generac Power Systems RXSW200A3F Owner's Manual

Section 2: Installation

Introduction to Installation

This equipment has been wired and tested at the factory.
Installing the switch includes the following procedures:
•
Mounting the enclosure.
• Connecting power source and load leads.
• Connecting the generator start and sensing circuit.
• Connecting any auxiliary contact (if needed).
• Testing functions.

Mounting

Mounting dimensions for the transfer switch enclosure
are in this manual. Enclosures are typically wall-
mounted. See Drawings and
DANGER
Equipment malfunction. Installing a dirty or damaged
transfer switch will cause equipment malfunction and
will result in death or serious injury.
This transfer switch is mounted in a UL type 3R
enclosure. It can be mounted outside or inside and should
be based on the layout of installation, convenience and
proximity to the utility supply and load center.
D
E
Automatic Transfer Switch Owner's Manual
Diagrams.
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A
B
C
Figure 2-1. Open Enclosure
Install the transfer switch as close as possible to the
electrical loads that are to be connected to it. Mount the
switch vertically to a rigid supporting structure. To prevent
switch distortion, level all mounting points. If necessary,
use washers behind mounting holes to level the unit.

Open Enclosure

See Figure 2-1. First, remove outer cover (A):
1. Remove two thumb screws (B).
2. Slide slot (C) over retention tab.
3. Lower cover until clear of top flange (D), and pull
away from enclosure.
Remove inner panel (E):
4. Loosen nut (F).
5. Grasp inner panel at two cutouts (G—left and
right). Tilt inner panel as shown, passing nut
through t-slot (H) in inner panel.
6. Lower inner panel until clear of two retention slots
(J—left and right sides), and pull away from
enclosure.
G
F
Installation
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H
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