Prolonged Outages - Generac Power Systems PowerPact 6561 Installation Notes

RTSJ Switch Only
 Test Load Shed Function - Press the Load Shed Reset/Test pushbutton for more than 6 seconds on
the outside of the ATS door.
 Release the pushbutton when the Load shed switch actuates disconnecting the non-essential loads.
 The Load Shed LED will light up.
The next step will depend on how the LSC is set up: Manual or Automatic Operation
Manual Operation - Press the door mounted LOAD SHED/RESET/TEST button for greater than 2 seconds.
 Release the button when the LSS actuates, reconnecting the non-essential loads.
 AUTOMATIC Operation - the LSS will reconnect non-essential loads after the delay setup on the DIP
switches of the LSC
 With the generator running and loads powered by the generator AC output, turn ON the Utility power
supply to the transfer switch.
 After approximately 15 seconds the switch should transfer loads back to the Utility power source.
 Approximately one minute after re-transfer, the engine should shut down.
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The system is now set for fully automatic operation.
If the End User needs to turn off the generator to conserve fuel or perform maintenance during a prolonged
To turn off the Generator while running in AUTO & online:
1. Turn OFF or Open the main Utility Disconnect.
2. Turn OFF or Open the Main Line Circuit Breaker on the generator.
3. Turn the generator off (Let run for a few minutes to cool down).
Note: Synergy - If the generator is to remain off for more than one hour with No Utility power present, wait
one hour for the internal fans to cool it down.
To turn the generator back on:
1. Put the generator back in AUTO and allow it to start and warm up for a few minutes.
2. Turn ON or Close the Main Line Circuit Breaker on the generator.
 The system is now in Automatic mode.
 The Main Utility Disconnect can be turned on or closed.
Instruction Manual Wireless Local Remote Monitor Model 006664-0
For Prolonged Outages
outage, educate them on these simple steps.
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