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Owner’s Manual Automatic Transfer Switch 100 - 200 Amp, Service Entrance/Non-Service Entrance Model Numbers RTSW100A3 RTSC100A3 RTSW150A3 RTSW200A3 RTSC200A3 MODEL NUMBER: _________________________ SERIAL NUMBER: _________________________ DATE PURCHASED:________________________ WWW.GENERAC.COM 888-436-3722 http://www.generac.com/service-support/product-support-lookup Para español , visita: http://www.generac.com/service-support/product-support-lookup Pour le français, visiter :...
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WARNING California Proposition 65. This product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm. (000005) Automatic Transfer Switch Owner’s Manual...
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Table of Contents Section 1: Safety Section 4: Operation General ..............1 Functional Tests and Adjustments ....9 General Hazards ..........1 Manual Operation ..........9 Close to Utility Source Side .........9 Close to Generator Source Side .........9 Section 2: General Information Return to Utility Source Side ........10 Introduction ............3 Voltage Checks ..........
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Safety Section 1: Safety General These safety alerts cannot eliminate the hazards that they indicate. Common sense and strict compliance with Read following information carefully before the special instructions while performing the action or attempting to install, operate or service this equipment. service are essential to preventing accidents.
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Safety DANGER Electrocution. In the event of electrical accident, immediately shut power OFF. Use non-conductive implements to free victim from live conductor. Apply first aid and get medical help. Failure to do so will result in death or serious injury. (000145) DANGER Automatic start-up.
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General Information Section 2: General Information Introduction The conductor size range is as follows: Thank you for purchasing a Generac transfer switch. This Switch Conductor Wire Range manual has been prepared especially for the purpose of Rating Tightening Torque familiarizing personnel with the design, application, 100A #14-1/0 AWG (Cu/Al) 50 in-lbs (5.6 Nm)
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General Information Transfer Switch Enclosure Utility Service Circuit Breaker (if equipped) The standard switch enclosure is a National Electrical Manufacturer’s Association (NEMA) and UL 3R type. UL The utility service and generator disconnect circuit break- and NEMA 3R (indoor/outdoor rated) type enclosures ers for 100 amp models are: primarily provide a degree of protection against falling •...
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General Information The Smart A/C Module has a test button used to simulate The Smart A/C Module can be used in conjunction with an overload condition. This button operates even when individual Smart Management Modules (SMM) to the transfer signal is inactive. manage a combined total of eight loads.
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Installation Section 3: Installation Introduction to Installation Conductor sizes must be adequate to handle the maximum current to which they will be subjected, based This equipment has been wired and tested at the factory. on the 75°C column of tables, charts, etc. used to size Installing the switch includes the following procedures: conductors.
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Installation Control of Air Conditioner Load Maximum Wire Length Recommended Wire Size 1. Route the thermostat cable (from the furnace/ thermostat to the outdoor air conditioner unit) to the 1-115 ft (1-35m) No. 18 AWG. transfer switch. 116-185 ft (36-56m) No.
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Operation Section 4: Operation Functional Tests and Adjustments • Manual operation handle in the DOWN position - LOAD terminals (T1, T2) connected Following transfer switch installation and interconnection, EMERGENCY terminals (E1, E2). inspect the entire installation carefully. A competent, qualified electrician should inspect it. The installation CAUTION should comply strictly with all applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
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Operation 1. With the handle inserted into the movable contact 4. With an accurate AC voltmeter and frequency carrier arm, move the handle DOWN. Be sure to meter, check the no-load, voltage and frequency. hold on to the handle as it will move quickly after Measure across ATS terminal lugs E1 to E2;...
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Operation Installation Summary • Let the generator run under rated load for at least 30 minutes. With unit running, listen for unusual noises, 1. Verify the installation has been properly performed vibration, overheating, etc., that might indicate a as outlined by the manufacturer and that it meets problem.
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Operation Testing The Smart Management Module Refer to the SMM Owner’s/Installation Manual for testing that product. Automatic Transfer Switch Owner’s Manual...
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Drawings and Diagrams Section 5: Drawings and Diagrams Installation Drawings No. 0G6832-A 100A SE & non-SE/150-200A non-SE Automatic Transfer Switch Owner’s Manual...
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Drawings and Diagrams No. 0K2422-A 150/200A SE Automatic Transfer Switch Owner’s Manual...
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Drawings and Diagrams Interconnection Drawings No. 0L3240-A (Part 1 of 4) Liquid-cooled Generator Automatic Transfer Switch Owner’s Manual...
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Drawings and Diagrams No. 0L3240-A (Part 2 of 4) Liquid-cooled Generator Automatic Transfer Switch Owner’s Manual...
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Drawings and Diagrams No. 0L3240-A (Part 3 of 4) Air-cooled Generator Automatic Transfer Switch Owner’s Manual...
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Drawings and Diagrams No. 0L3240-A (Part 4 of 4) Air-cooled Generator Automatic Transfer Switch Owner’s Manual...
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Drawings and Diagrams No. 10000003642, SE and non-SE Rated ATS (1 of 2) Automatic Transfer Switch Owner’s Manual...
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Drawings and Diagrams No. 10000003642, SE and non-SE Rated ATS (2 of 2) Automatic Transfer Switch Owner’s Manual...
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