Briggs & Stratton Power Products Automatic Transfer Switch
Installation and Owner’s Manual
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for your purchase of this Briggs & Stratton Power Products Automatic Transfer Switch.This product is intended for use with Briggs & Stratton Home Standby Generator sets ONLY.This is an optional home standby system which provides an alternate source of electric power and to serve loads such as heating, refrigeration systems, and communication systems that, when stopped during any power outage, could cause discomfort, or the like.This product DOES NOT qualify for emergency standby as defined by NFPA 70 (NEC).
Briggs and Stratton Power Products (BSPP) has made every effort to provide for a safe, streamlined and
Only licensed electrical contractors should install transfer switches. Installations must strictly comply with all applicable federal, state and local codes, standards and regulations.
Your BSPP Transfer Switch is supplied with this combined “Installation and Owner’s Manual”.This is an important document and should be retained by the owner after the installation has been completed.
Every effort has been expended to make sure that the information in this manual is both accurate and current. However, the manufacturer reserves the right to change, alter or otherwise improve the system at any time without prior notice.
To arrange for proper installation, contact the store at which you purchased your BSPP Transfer Switch, your dealer, or your utility power provider.
The Transfer Switch Warranty is VOID unless the system is installed by a licensed electrical professional.
For the Installing Dealer/Contractor
Check federal, state and local codes for questions on installation.
If you need more information about the transfer switch, call
Owner Orientation
The illustrations are for typical circumstances and are meant to familiarize you with the installation options available with your transfer switch.
Local codes, appearance, and distances are the factors that must be considered when negotiating with an installation professional. As the distance from the existing electrical service increases, compensation in wiring materials must be allowed for.This is necessary to comply with local codes and overcome electrical voltage drops.
The factors mentioned above will have a direct effect on the overall price of your transfer switch installation.
NOTE: Your installer must check local codes AND obtain permits before installing the system.
•Read and follow the instructions given in this manual.
•Follow a regular schedule in caring for and using your transfer switch, as specified in the manual.
For the Home or Business Owner
To help you make informed choices and communicate effectively with your installation contractor(s),
Read and understand the
Owner Orientation Section of this manual
BEFORE contracting or starting your transfer switch installation.
Installer Responsibilities
•Read and observe the safety rules.
•Read and follow the instructions given in this manual.
•Check federal, state and local codes.
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