1 introduction to installation, 2 unpacking, 3 mounting – Generac 4678-1 User Manual

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Generac

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Power Systems, Inc.

2.1 INTRODUCTION

TO

INSTALLATION

This equipment has been wired and tested at the facto-

ry. Installing the switch includes the following proce-

dures:
• Mounting the enclosure.
• Connecting power source and load leads.
• Connecting control wiring.
• Connecting any auxiliary contact (if needed)
• Installing/connecting any options and accessories.
• Testing functions.

2.2 UNPACKING

Carefully unpack the transfer switch. Inspect closely

for any damage that might have occurred during ship-

ment. The purchaser must file with the carrier any

claims for loss or damage incurred while in transit.
Check that all packing material is completely removed

from the switch prior to installation.
Attach any lifting device to the transfer switch mounting

holes or brackets only. DO NOT LIFT THE SWITCH AT

ANY OTHER POINT.

2.3 MOUNTING

Transfer switch components are generally mounted in a

standard NEMA 1 type enclosure (Figure 2.1).

Handle transfer switches carefully when
installing. Do not drop the switch. Protect the
switch against impact at all times, and against
construction grit and metal chips. Never install a
transfer switch that has been damaged.

Figure 2.1 — Mounting Dimensions for Enclosures

Install the transfer switch as close as possible to the

electrical loads that are to be connected to it. Mount the

switch vertically to a rigid supporting structure. To pre-

vent switch distortion, level all mounting points. If nec-

essary, use washers behind mounting holes to level the

unit.

2.4 CONNECTING POWER SOURCE AND

LOAD LINES

Make sure to turn OFF both the normal (Utility)
and standby (generator) power supplies before
trying to connect power source and load lines to
the transfer switch. Supply voltages are extreme-
ly high and dangerous. Contact with such high
voltage power supply lines causes extremely haz-
ardous, possibly lethal, electrical shock.

Wiring diagrams and electrical schematics are provided

in this manual. Power source and load connections are

made at a transfer mechanism, inside the switch enclo-

sure.

2.4.1 2-POLE MECHANISM

This switch (Figure 2.2) is used with a single phase sys-

tem, when the single phase NEUTRAL line is to be con-

nected to a Neutral Lug and is not to be switched.

Figure 2.2 — 100 Amp 2-Pole Transfer Mechanism

Solderless, screw-type terminal lugs are standard.

Conductor sizes must be adequate to handle the maxi-

mum current to which they will be subjected. The

installation must comply fully with all applicable codes,

standards and regulations.

NEUTRAL

BRIDGE
RECTIFIER

VARISTOR

UTILITY
CLOSING COIL

LIMIT SWITCH XA1

MANUAL TRANSFER LEVER

LIMIT SWITCH XB1

STANDBY
CLOSING COIL

VARISTOR

BRIDGE
RECTIFIER

N1 N2

E1

E2

T1 T2

‹

DANGER

!

Section 2 — Installation

Generac 100 Amp Transfer Switch

SWITCH

TRANSFER

GENERAC

**ALL DIMENSIONS IN:

MILLIMETERS (INCHES)

- VOIR LE SCHEMA

D'UN CIRCUIT SOUS TENSION

AVERTISSEMENT - PLUS

LIVE CIRCUIT - SEE DIAGRAM

WARNING - MORE THAN ONE

257.0mm [10.12"]

363.8mm [14.32"]

53.4mm [2.10"]

12.7mm [0.50"]

514.1mm [20.24"]

488.7mm [19.24"]

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