Section 3: Installation; Introduction To Installation; Mounting; Install Breakers - Generac Power Systems RTG24SHA1 Owner's Manual

Section 3: 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 sources 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.
Automatic Transfer Switch Owner's Manual
Diagrams.
(000119)
Figure 3-1. Front Panel Assembly and Breaker Knockouts
This transfer switch is mounted in a NEMA 1 type
enclosure. It can only be mounted indoors and should be
based on the layout of installation, convenience and
proximity to the utility supply and load center.
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.

Install Breakers

1. See Figure 3-1. Remove screws from front panel
assembly (A).
NOTE: There are four screws on the front panel
assembly on 100A models; six on 200A models.
2. Remove front panel assembly, and open door to
expose breaker knockouts (B). Remove knockouts
required for selected breaker installation.
3. .After removing knockouts, install front panel
assembly and secure with screws.
A
B
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