Transferring from Generator Power to Utility Power:

1.On the transfer switch, turn Generator MAIN breaker OFF and turn Utility MAIN breaker ON.

2.Turn ON any branch circuit breakers in the transfer switch that are OFF.

3.Shut down the generator, following the procedures in the generator Owner’s Manual.

4.Unplug the power cord from the generator and then the power inlet.5.Cool off the generator and store in a dry, secured location.

6.To ensure that your generator will work properly when you need it, it is important to start and run your generator under load regularly and keep the tank filled with fresh fuel. Perform the above steps at least ONCE A MONTH to keep the generator properly “exercised.” It is not necessary to turn off any circuits in the MAIN load center when supplying generator power to the transfer switch.

TABLE 2 - Wire Connector Usage Chart:

WIRE SIZE

12

10

8

6

14

Red

NA

NA

NA

12

Red

Red

NA

NA

10

NA

Red

NA

NA

8

NA

NA

Blue

Blue

6

NA

NA

Blue

Blue

TABLE 3 – Compatible Circuit Breaker Types:

Compatible GFCI, Arc-Fault/ Surge Protection Circuit Breakers:
Siemens QP, QT, QPH, HQP, QPF, QPHF, QFP, QE, QEHSiemens: QPF (GFCI), QAF (Arc Fault), QP (Surge Protector)
Westinghouse Series BD, BR, BQ, GFC

 

Challenger Type A, C, HAGF

 

Square D Series HOM

 

GE Series THQL

 

TYPICAL HARDWIRING

 

 

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Fax: 770-552-7756

 

 

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PN 50050

Rev C 3-25-04

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