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AST3225
Automatic
Transfer
Switch
Installation and User Manual for the
AST3225-2 Automatic Transfer Switch
Full Version
File: AST3225-2rev1.6.doc
May 9, 2003

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  • Page 1 AST3225 Automatic Transfer Switch Installation and User Manual for the AST3225-2 Automatic Transfer Switch Full Version File: AST3225-2rev1.6.doc May 9, 2003...
  • Page 2 (RMA) number issued by the COMPANY. RMA forms are available by contacting the COMPANY. Limited Warranty The COMPANY (DynaGen Technologies Inc.) warrants the product with specifications as explained herein. The COMPANY shall repair or replace any defective materials or workmanship, f.o.b. the Company’s factory, which prove to be defective under normal and proper use within three year’s from the date of shipment.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    3:3 Motor Removal and Replacement Mechanical Limit Switch Adjustment 4: RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE 5: DRAWINGS 5:1 Limit Switch Replacement 5:2 Mechanical Assembly 5:3 General Arrangement 5:4 Wiring Harness Connections 6: FIELD SET-UP: 6:1 Locking Mechanism (Optional) 6:2 Engine Exerciser Automatic Manual for AST3225 Transfer Switch...
  • Page 4: 1: General Description

    The transfer motor utilizes power from the source to which the electrical load is being transferred. The mechanism provides a positive mechanical interlock to prevent both switches from being closed at the same time. The AST3225 also incorporates the basic actuating motor control switches, terminal blocks, and voltage sensing connection points for Utility Line sensing.
  • Page 5: 1:2 Relay Board Module

    Input voltages 10% below the set-point range will cause the output contacts to de-energize (unit is adjustable from (190-240 VAC). The adjustable drop out relay recommended for use with the AST3225 Automatic Transfer Switch is the Symcom 201-200-SP-T Rev 5.20.
  • Page 6: 2: Installation Information

    5-pin connector supplied for the purpose. Then connect to the adaptor harness. (Also supplied.) 2:2 Recommended Upstream Protection The AST3225 Transfer Switch Mechanism has been approved for use with the following upstream protective device: MANUFACTURER CLASSIFICATION...
  • Page 7: 3: Replacing Parts

    3: REPLACING PARTS The AST3225 transfer switch mechanism has been designed to allow all components to be accessible and readily removable from the front of the back panel. CAUTION When replacing any parts of the mechanism, isolate the transfer switch from any possible source of power.
  • Page 8: 3:1 Parts List

    Terminal Lug Limit switch cam Actuating Arm Slider Aluminum Crank Block Slider Pin Squeeze Release Latch Actuating Arm Pivot Block Screw #6-32 x1" Machine Binding Head Spring Detail Nylon Spacer - #6x1/2" Inner Roller Spacer Automatic Manual for AST3225 Transfer Switch...
  • Page 9: 3:2 Main Switch Removal And Replacement

    – Remove the crank and cam assembly by loosening the set screw in the cam arm. – Remove four screws securing the motor to the underside of the motor bracket. The motor can now be removed. Automatic Manual for AST3225 Transfer Switch...
  • Page 10: 3:4 Mechanical Limit Switch Adjustment

    0.020” clearance. Tighten the clamp screw and pivot screw. d) Rotate the limit switch cam by hand to check the switch operation and readjust if necessary e) Replace the pin slider and close the cover. Automatic Manual for AST3225 Transfer Switch...
  • Page 11: 4: Recommended Maintenance

    4: RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE The AST3225 transfer switch assembly has been designed to require minimum attention under all environmental conditions normally encountered. All sliding and bearing surfaces are inherently self-lubricating due to the combination of materials used and therefore should not be lubricated, thus preventing any accumulation of dust and grit at these locations.
  • Page 12: 5:1 Limit Switch Replacement

    5:1 LIMIT SWITCH ADJUSTMENT Automatic Manual for AST3225 Transfer Switch...
  • Page 13: 5:2 Mechanical Assembly

    5:2 AST3225 MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY Automatic Manual for AST3225 Transfer Switch...
  • Page 14: 5:3 General Arrangement

    5:3 AST3225 GENERAL ARRANGEMENT Automatic Manual for AST3225 Transfer Switch...
  • Page 15: 5:4 Wiring Harness Connections

    5:4 Wiring Harness and Control Module Connections Automatic Manual for AST3225 Transfer Switch...
  • Page 16: 6: Field Set-Up

    6: FIELD SET-UP 6:1 Locking Mechanism The AST3225 enclosure can be equipped with an optional locking mechanism (parts required: locking mechanism and locking mechanism gasket), which allows the Transfer Switch to be securely locked, and eliminate any form of tampering with the switch. The locking mechanism can mount on either one of the quarter turn door latches.
  • Page 17: 6:2 Engine Exerciser

    The push buttons below the clock display are used to program the exercise day, time and duration. The SKIP BUTTON is used to ignore an "exercise" day. The RESET BUTTON initializes the time clock erasing any previous program. Automatic Manual for AST3225 Transfer Switch...
  • Page 18 AM 5:00 or PM 5:00. Press the MINUTE button repeatedly until the minute of the hour for beginning the exercise is displayed, such as AM 5:30 or PM 5:30. Automatic Manual for AST3225 Transfer Switch...
  • Page 19 5:30 AM on Saturday morning and run for 10 minutes then shut down at 5:40 AM of the same day Saturday. Following this procedure, the generator can be exercised as frequently as desired. Automatic Manual for AST3225 Transfer Switch...

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