User manual GE 50 AMP AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH

[. . . ] Thank you for your purchase of this Briggs & Stratton® Power Products automatic transfer switch. This product is designed for use with specific home standby generators and may not function with generators produced by other manufacturers. seek a qualified electrical professional to determine applicability of this equipment to generators manufactured by others. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your system will provide many years of dependable service. [. . . ] Your installer must check local codes AND obtain permits before installing the system. If you need more information about the transfer switch, call (800) 743-4115, between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM CT. The transfer switch is designed to transfer the selected loads found in normal residential installations to generator power in the event of a utility power failure. The load is connected either to utility power (normal) or home standby power (generator). the transfer switch monitors utility and generator voltages and will automatically connect to the appropriate source of power. Major components of the transfer switch are 2 pole contactor switches, control circuit board, fused utility terminals and interconnecting wiring. It creates a signal for the generator startup, switch transfer, retransfer when utility is restored and generator cool down periods. To help you make informed choices and communicate effectively with your installation contractor(s), read and understand Owner Orientation before contracting or starting your equipment installation. To arrange for proper installation, contact the store at which you purchased your equipment, your dealer, or your utility power provider. The illustrations provided are for typical circumstances and are meant to familiarize you with the installation options available with your system. 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. These factors will have a direct effect on the overall price of your equipment installation. After opening the carton, carefully inspect the transfer switch components for any damage that may have occurred during shipment. If loss or damage is noted at time of delivery, have the person(s) making delivery note all damage on the freight bill and affix his signature under the consignor's memo of loss or damage. if loss or damage is noted after delivery , contact the carrier for claim procedures. Essential electrical loads are loads that will be powered by the home generator. Essential loads are grouped together and wired into the transfer switch. TO THE INSTALLER: Consult with home generator owner(s) to discuss their selection of "Essential Circuits". Ensure that the total of the selected load circuits fed by this transfer switch are within the generator's rated capacity. The following requirements apply to this type of isolation system: · This is the maximum load rating of the total essential load. [. . . ] This will cause spring-load door lock to engage and latch door in place. Enclosure door MUST be closed and latched at all times except when system is being serviced. To go back to utility power, turn the 50 Amp utility disconnect circuit breaker "ON". Utility Fail Utility voltage sensor senses when utility voltage is below 70% of nominal. [. . . ]