Section 3: Installation; Introduction To Installation; Mounting The Enclosure; Connecting Power Source And Load Lines - Generac Power Systems TTS Series 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:
•
Unpacking the TTS (ILC).
•

Mounting the enclosure.

• Connecting power source and load leads.
• Connecting the generator start circuit.
• Connecting any auxiliary contact (if needed).
•
Installing/connecting any options and accessories.
• Testing functions.
Mounting the Enclosure
DANGER
Electrocution. Turn utility supply OFF before
working on utility connections of the transfer
switch. Failure to do so will result in death or
serious injury.
DANGER
Equipment malfunction. Installing a dirty or damaged
transfer switch will cause equipment malfunction and
will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Equipment damage. Only qualified service personnel may
install, operate, and maintain this equipment. Failure to follow
proper installation requirements could result in death, serious
injury, and equipment or property damage.
• Mounting dimensions for the transfer switch enclosure
are in this manual. Enclosures are typically wall-
mounted. See Drawings and
WARNING
Personal injury. Excessive weight. Use only
appropriate lifting eyes and lifting equipment to
lift unit. Improper lifting techniques could result in
equipment damage, death or serious injury. (000224)
IMPORTANT NOTE: To eliminate the possibility of
debris contamination,
enclosure.
1. Drill the appropriate size holes for mounting
hardware at marked hole locations.
Integrated Load Center Owner's Manual
(000123)
(000119)
(000182a)
Diagrams.
never drill inside
2. Mount transfer switch to mounting surface with
appropriate fasteners.
3. Protect the switch against impact at all times, and
against construction grit and metal chips. Never
install a transfer switch that has been damaged.
NOTE: Install the transfer switch as close as possible to
the electrical loads that are to be connected to it.
NOTE: Transfer switch must be mounted vertically.
To prevent switch distortion, level all mounting points. If
necessary, use washers behind mounting holes to level
the unit.
Connecting Power Source and
Load Lines
Electrocution. Turn utility and emergency
power supplies to OFF before connecting
power source and load lines. Failure to do so
will result in death or serious injury.
IMPORTANT NOTE: All installations must comply
with national, state, and local codes. It is the
responsibility
installation that
inspection.

2-Pole Mechanism

The 2-Pole mechanism
solenoid design. Utility connections are N1 & N2. Load
terminals are T1 & T2. Standby terminals are E1 & E2.
Figure 3-1. Typical 2-Pole Transfer Mechanism
the
DANGER
of the installer to
will pass the final
(Figure 3-1) utilizes a single
Installation
(000116)
perform an
electrical
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