GE Industrial Solutions Double-Throw Safety Switch, NEMA 1 - Manual

GE Consumer & Industrial
Electrical Distribution
Double-Throw Safety Switch, NEMA 1
DEH-44153 Installation Instructions
30-400 Ampere Double-Throw Safety Switch
General
To comply with the National Electrical Code and
Underwriters Laboratories, the safety switch must
be installed in accordance with the information
provided on the UL rating label on the inside of the
equipment. Follow all local electrical codes and have
work performed by a qualified electrical contractor
and/or licensed electrician only.
WARNING: Hazard of electrical shock or
burn. Turn off power before installing or
servicing this equipment.
1. Move switch handle to OFF or center
position.
2. Open switch door.
Open the door by moving latch A upwards until the
latch clears the door, then pull the cover open. The
door is hinged on the left and opens on the right.
3. Mount switch.
Use the mounting holes as shown with fasteners of
the appropriate size for the switch being mounted.
4. Remove knockouts.
Remove the center portion of the knockout first by
striking it inward with a hammer and screwdriver.
Outer rings may then be pried up or driven in one at
a time.
5. Pull Line and Load wiring into the box.
6. Wire phase A, B and C of Load as shown.
Refer to rating label inside switch for load lug
tightening torque. Pull Load wires into the switch in
the direction indicated by the arrows.
7. Wire phase A, B, and C of Line 1 as shown.
Refer to rating label inside switch for line lug
tightening torque. Pull Line 1 wires into the switch in
the direction indicated by the arrows.