Section 3 — Operation
RTS “W” Type Transfer Switch
3.2.2 CLOSE TO EMERGENCY SOURCE SIDE
Before proceeding, verify the position of the switch by observing window “B” in Figure 3.1. If window “B” reads “ON”, the contacts are closed in the EMERGENCY (STANDBY) position. No further action is required. If it reads “OFF”, proceed with Step 1.
Step 1: With the handle attached to the actuating shaft, move the handle in the direction of the arrow on the switch cover until it stops - DO NOT FORCE. Release handle slowly to allow the spring in the switch box to relax. “OFF” now appears in Window “A” and “ON” appears in Window “B”.
3.2.3 RETURN TO NORMAL SOURCE SIDE
Manually actuate switch to return Window “A” to the “ON” position.
3.3VOLTAGE CHECKS
3.3.1 UTILITY VOLTAGE CHECKS
1.Turn ON the UTILITY power supply to the trans- fer switch with whatever means provided (such as the UTILITY maim line circuit breaker).
DANGER
PROCEED WITH CAUTION. THE TRANSFER SWITCH IS NOW ELECTRICALLY HOT. CONTACT WITH LIVE TERMINALS RESULTS IN EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS AND POSSIBLY FATAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
2.With an accurate AC voltmeter, check for correct voltage.
Measure across ATS terminal lugs N1 and N2; N1 to NEUTRAL and N2 to NEUTRAL.
DANGER
FAILURE TO TURN OFF THE UTILITY SUPPLY BEFORE WORKING ON THE UTILITY CONNEC- TIONS OF THE ATS WILL RESULT IN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS AND POSSIBLY FATAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
5.When certain that UTILITY supply voltage is cor- rect and compatible with transfer switch ratings, turn OFF the UTILITY supply to the transfer switch.
3.3.2 GENERATOR VOLTAGE CHECKS
1.On the generator panel, set the AUTO/OFF/ MANUAL switch to MANUAL position. The gen- erator should crank and start.
2.Let the generator stabilize and warm up at no- load for at least five minutes.
3.Set the generator's main circuit breaker (CB1) to its ON or CLOSED position.
DANGER
PROCEED WITH CAUTION. GENERATOR OUTPUT VOLTAGE IS NOW BEING DELIVERED TO TRANSFER SWITCH TERMINALS. CONTACT WITH LIVE TERMINALS RESULTS IN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS AND POSSIBLY FATAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
4.With an accurate AC voltmeter and frequency meter, check the
Measure across ATS terminal lugs E1 to E2; E1 to NEUTRAL and E2 to NEUTRAL.
a.Frequency .......................................
b.Terminals E1 to E2 ........................
c.Terminals E1 to NEUTRAL.............
d.Terminals E2 to NEUTRAL.............
5.When certain that UTILITY supply voltage is cor- rect and compatible with transfer switch ratings, turn OFF the UTILITY supply to the transfer switch.
6.Set the generator’s main circuit breaker (CB1) to its OFF or OPEN position.
7.Set the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch to the OFF position to shut down the generator.
NOTE:
Do NOT proceed until generator AC output volt- age and frequency are correct and within stated limits. If the
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