Emerson 7000 SERIES ATB User Manual

Operator’s
Manual
7000 Series ATB
Automatic Transfer &
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TESTING & SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BYPASSING & ISOLATING . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . back cover
An experienced licensed electrician must install ATB
Refer to the outline and wiring drawings provided with your 7000 Series ATB for all installation and connection details and accessories.
Refer to Group 5 Controller User’s Guide
Rating Label
Each 7000 Series ATB contains a rating label to define the loads and fault circuit withstand/closing ratings. Refer to the label on the Transfer Switch for specific values.
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Do not exceed the values on the rating label. Exceeding the rating can cause personal injury or serious equipment damage.
Nameplate
The Transfer Switch nameplate includes data for each specific 7000 Series ATB. Use the switch only within the limits shown on this nameplate. A typical Catalog Number is shown below with its elements explained:
Catalog Number Identification
Typical 7000 Series ATB catalog no. for overlapping neutral, 3 pole, 4000 amp, 480 V, in Type 1 enclosure:
7ATB C 3 4000 N 5 C
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| 2 – single Ø |
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| C – type 1 |
C – overlapping |
| 3 – three Ø |
| 4000 |
| B 120 | K 415 |
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| C 208 | L 440 |
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| D 220 | M 460 |
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ASCO POWER TECHNOLOGIES CANADA PO Box 1238, 17 Airport Road, Brantford, Ontario, Canada N3T 5T3 telephone 519

SECTION 1 INSTALLATION
The ASCO 7000 Series Automatic Transfer & Bypass– Isolation Switch (ATB) consists of an upper
Remove the Transfer Switch
The Transfer Switch is shipped inside the enclosure (ATS side) in the fully engaged position. Before installing the enclosure remove the Transfer Switch as follows:
1.Open the enclosure doors and install the two ramps (stored on right side).
2.Remove the Isolation Handle which is stored on the lower right front of the Transfer Switch carriage frame. Install the Isolation Handle onto the protruding shaft and turn it counterclockwise (approximately 10 turns) until it stops.
3.Unplug J2 and J5 harness plugs, and roll out the Transfer Switch. Cover it to keep it clean.
Supporting Foundation
The supporting foundation and adjacent area must be level and straight, otherwise the Transfer Switch and enclosure may not align causing door problems. The floor under the enclosure must be flat and level. This is very important! The structure of the enclosure must be straight and square. Allow at least 36 inches for roll out of Transfer Switch. Refer to the enclosure drawing for required door opening space.
If bottom cable entry is used, the foundation must be prepared so that conduit stubs are located correctly. Refer to appropriate enclosure outline drawing for specified cable entrance area and location. Provide cable bending space and clearance to live metal parts. When a concrete floor is poured, use interlocking conduit spacer caps or a wood or metal template to maintain proper conduit alignment.
Mounting
Refer to the enclosure outline drawing furnished with this switch and mount the 7000 Series ATB according to the details and instructions shown on the drawing.
Bolt the cubicle sections together so that they are lined up on the front faces. See Figure
Testing Power Conductors
Do not connect the power conductors to the ATB until they are tested. Installing power cables in conduit, cable troughs, and
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Protect the switch from construction grit and metal chips to prevent malfunction or shortened life for the ATB switch.

INSTALLATION (continued)
Connecting Power Conductors
A Wiring Diagram is furnished with the ATB. All wiring must be made in accordance with the local codes. After the power cables have been tested, connect them to the appropriate terminal lugs on the Bypass Switch as shown on the wiring diagram provided with this ATB. Make sure that the lugs provided are suitable for use with the cables being installed. Standard terminal lugs are solderless screw type and will accept the wire sizes listed on the drawings provided with the ATB. Be careful when stripping insulation from conductors; avoid nicking or ringing the conductor. Remove surface oxides from conductors by cleaning with a wire brush. Follow conductor manufacturer’s instructions when aluminum conductor is used. Apply joint compound to conductor, then carefully wipe away excess compound. Tighten the cable lugs to the torque specified on the rating label.
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Be sure that the Normal and Emergency power connections are in proper phase rotation.
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See job specific drawings supplied with ATB.
Bus Connections
If bus connection is used, use SAE grade 5 hardware to connect bus to appropriate terminal plates on bypass switching device. Wipe off bus surfaces before they are joined. If bus is dirty, gently clean surfaces with a
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Do not breathe cleaning solvent vapors.
Use SAE grade 5 hardware and tighten the bolted joints to the torque specified in Table
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The reliability of the connection depends on how clean and how tight the joint is.
Table
Bolt Diameter | Recommended |
(Grade 5 hardware) | Tightening Torque |
in inches | in foot pounds |
5/16 | 12 |
3/8 | 20 |
1/2 | 50 |
5/8 | 95 |
3/4 | 155 |
Harnesses
All internal connections are made at the factory. The bypass switch, transfer switch, and control panel are joined together by an interconnecting wire harness. The disconnect plugs are already engaged on enclosed switches. For
Engine Starting Contacts
and Auxiliary Circuits
The engine control contact signal connections and auxiliary circuits are located on terminal block TB as shown on the Wiring Diagram provided with the ATB. Connect the signal wires to the appropriate terminals.

INSTALLATION (continued)
Install the Transfer Switch
After the enclosure is installed and power cables or bus connected to the Bypass Switch, the Transfer Switch carriage can be rolled in. The floor of the cabinet must be free of debris and clean. If necessary, use a vacuum cleaner. Make a thorough inspection to be sure no tools are left inside. The Bypass Handle must be in the BYPASS POS position (closed on normal). The Isolation Handle (drawout crank) must be fully counterclockwise against stop.
Do not apply any electrical power to the ATB yet.
It is not necessary to remove the barriers from the bypass switch and transfer switch. If you do remove them, however, reinstall them carefully.
NOTE: Be sure to roll the correct Transfer Switch into the enclosure. If more than one is supplied, each will be labeled above the solenoid operator.
The Transfer Switch NORMAL contacts must be closed. If not, use the manual operator handle (maintenance handle stored on lower carriage) to manually operate the switch. See Figure
NOTE: Solenoid lockSL1 on the Isolation shaft inhibits operation of the drawout (Isolation contacts) unless the Transfer Switch and Bypass Switch are in compatible positions. This solenoid must energize to unlock. Because all power sources are
Do the three inspections on page
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Do not apply any power to the Bypass Switch. Be sure that the Normal and Emergency source circuit breakers are OPEN before proceeding.
Remove interference tag after making inspection
on page
lock
handle
carriage | Isolation |
frame | Handle shaft |
Turn the
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Transfer Switch
NOMINAL CONTACT GAP 1/8” WHEN OPEN.
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INSTALLATION (continued)
Inspection 1
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Do not force the Isolation Handle. Be sure that the sensing lead isolation contacts do not hit the male stabs head on, but rather slide on them.
TS
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| Move ATS from DISCONNECTED To TEST Position | |
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Action | Turn the Isolation Handle (Figure | |
Observe | The Transfer Switch should be pulled inward; the sensing lead isolation | |
contacts should make with the male stabs as shown in Figure | ||
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| Inspection 2 |
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Do not force the Isolation Handle. Be sure that the isolation contact fingers make with the male stabs on both sides in the CONNECTED position.
IS TS
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Move ATS From TEST To CONNECTED Position
(without electrical power)
With solenoid latch interference tag in place (Figure
turns). Now remove the interference tag from the solenoid latch.
The Transfer Switch should be pulled inward; the isolation contact fingers Observe should make with the male stabs as shown in Figure
the Bypass Switch switched neutral contacts have opened (Figure
Inspection 3
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Be sure that the isolation contacts disconnect in the TEST position; the sensing lead contacts should still touch the male stabs.
IS TS
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| Move ATS From CONNECTED Back To TEST Position | |
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Action | Turn the Isolation Handle (Figure | |
isolation contacts separate (approximately 6 or 7 turns). | ||
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| The Transfer Switch should be pushed outward; the isolation contacts | |
Observe | should disconnect, but the sensing lead contacts should remain touching | |
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If all inspections are satisfactory connect harness plugs J2 and J5. Proceed to the Function Test.

INSTALLATION (continued)
observe these lights
Automatic Transfer
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Transfer Switch | Transfer Switch | Control | |
Connected | Connected | Retransfer | Transfer |
To | To | Delay | Test |
Normal | Emergency | Bypass | (15HOLDSECONDSFOR ) |
GREEN | RED |
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Normal | Emergency |
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Source | Source |
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Accepted | Accepted |
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GREEN | RED |
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Functional Test
Read all instructions on the Wiring Diagrams and labels affixed to the ATB. Note the control features that are provided and review their operation before proceeding.
After installing the ATB check the following:
S Bypass Handle should be in theBYPASS POS position (closed on normal)
S Isolation contacts should be in theTEST position (see pages
S Automatic Transfer Switch should be in theN (normal) position
If handles are not in correct positions, follow instructions for Bypassing and Isolating the automatic transfer switch in Section 3.Do not force the handles. Electrical interlocks prevent a wrong sequence of operation.
1 – Voltage Checks
First check nameplate on transfer switch; rated voltage must be the same as normal and emergency line voltages.
Use extreme caution when using a meter to measure voltages. Do not touch power terminals; shock, burns, or death could result !
Perform steps
Black square means light is on.
White square means light is off.
*If necessary, adjust voltage regulator on generator per the manufacturer’s recommendations. The ATB will respond only to rated voltage specified on the nameplate.
Now continue to 2 – Manual Operation Test, next page.
Close the normal source circuit breaker. The Transfer Switch
1Connected To Normal and the Normal Source Acceptedlights should come on.
Use an accurate voltmeter to check phase to phase and
2phase to neutral voltages present at the transfer switch normal source terminals.
Close the emergency source circuit breaker. (Start generator,
3if necessary.) The Transfer Switch Connected To Normal &Emergency Source Accepted lights should come on.
Use an accurate voltmeter to check phase to phase and
4phase to neutral voltages present at the transfer switch emergency source terminals.*
A B C
Use a phase rotation meter to 5 check phase rotation of emer-
gency source; it must be the same as the normal source.
Shut down the
6go off. Then put the starting
control selector switch (on the generator set) in the automatic position. Close enclosure door.

INSTALLATION (continued)
2 – Manual Operation Test
This procedure will check the manual operation of the Bypass Switch, Isolation Switch, and Transfer Switch. Observe the lights on the Status Indicator panel. The Bypass Switch CLOSED ON NORMAL and theTEST lights should be on. See Figure
1.Isolate the Automatic Transfer Switch:
Install the Isolation Handle and turn it counterclockwise until it stops (approximately 7 or 8 turns). The Automatic Transfer Switch is now in the Disconnected position (See Figure
The DISCONNECTED light should come on.
Turn
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2.A detachable manual operator handle is provided on the Transfer Switch for maintenance purposes only.
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Do not manually operate the Transfer Switch unless the Isolation Handle is in the OPEN position and theDISCONNECTED light is on.
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Insert the manual handle into the hole in the rotating weight as shown in Figure
Turn
turns until TEST light comes on.
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observe these lights
INSTALLATION (continued)
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Transfer Switch | Transfer Switch | Control | |
Connected | Connected | Retransfer | Transfer |
To | To | Delay | Test |
Normal | Emergency | Bypass | (15HOLDSECONDSFOR ) |
GREEN | RED |
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Normal | Emergency |
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Source | Source |
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Accepted | Accepted |
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GREEN | RED |
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3 – Electrical Operation
This procedure checks electrical operation of the ATS.
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Be sure to close all enclosure doors before proceeding to prevent personal injury in case of electrical system fault.
Transfer Test
The ATS should still be bypassed and isolated. Both normal and emergency sources must be available and the emergency source generator (if used) must be capable of being started; put engine starting control in automatic position. TheTransfer Switch Connected to Normal light and theNormal Source Accepted light should be on.
1.Turn Isolation Handle clockwise about
2.Perform steps
Black square means light is on.
White square means light is off.
3.Turn the Isolation Handle clockwiseuntil it stops (about 6 or 7 turns). TheCONNECTED light should come on,TEST light off. Remove the Isolation Handle and store it inside the enclosure on the carriage frame on the right side.
4.Turn the Bypass Handle clockwise to theAUTOMATIC POS position. The Bypass SwitchCLOSED ON NORMAL light should go off.
This completes the Functional Test of the ATB. The generator’s starting control should be left in automatic position.
The Transfer Switch Connected
1to Normal and Normal Source Acceptedlights should be on.
Turn and hold Transfer Controlswitch clockwise to Transfer
2Test until the engine starts and runs (within 15 sec.). The
Emergency Source Accepted light should come on.
Transfer switch will operate to the Emergency position after Feature 2B time delay. The
3Transfer Switch Connected To Emergency light should come on and Load Connected to Normallight goes off.
Transfer switch will operate back to Normal position after Feature 3A time delay. For immediate retransfer turn Transfer
4Control counterclockwise to
Retransfer Delay Bypass. The Transfer Switch Connected To Normallight should come on;
Transfer Switch Connected to Emergency light should go off.
The
5(unloaded running engine cooldown). The Emergency Source Accepted light should go off.

SECTION 2 TESTING & SERVICE
TRANSFER TEST
Test the Automatic Transfer Switch portion of the 7000 Series ATB at least once a month. This procedure checks the electrical operation of the Transfer Switch and Controller. Put the
In the following test the generator will start, the load will be transferred to the Emergency source, then back to the Normal source. An interruption to the load will occur, unless the the Transfer Switch contacts are bypassed before the test. See page
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Be sure to close the enclosure door before proceeding to prevent personal injury in case of electrical system fault.
Perform the
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
Reasonable care in preventive maintenance will insure high reliability and long life for the 7000 Series ATB. An annual preventive maintenance program is recommended.
ASCO Services, Inc. (ASI) is ASCO Power Technologies’s national service organization. ASI can be contacted at
Checklist for Yearly Inspection
Hazardous voltage capable of causing shock, burns, or death is used in this switch.
Deenergize both Normal
jClean the ATS enclosure. Brush and vacuum away any excessive dust accumulation. Remove any moisture with a clean cloth.
j Check the transfer switch contacts. Remove transfer switch barriers and check the condition of the contacts. Replace contacts when pitted or worn excessively. Reinstall the barriers carefully.
jMaintain transfer switch lubrication. If switch is subjected to severe dust or abnormal operating conditions, renew factory lubrication on all movements and linkages. Relubricate solenoid operator if TS coil is replaced. Don’t use oil; order lubrication kit
j Check all cable connections & retighten them.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Replacement parts are available in kit form. When ordering parts provide the Serial No., Bill of Material No. (BOM), and Catalog No. from the transfer switch nameplate. Contact your local ASCO Power Technolgies sales office or ASI.
In the United States call
DISCONNECTING THE CONTROLLER
The harness disconnect plugs are furnished for repair purposes only and should not have to be unplugged. If the control panel must be isolated, follow these steps:
Disconnecting the Plugs
1.Bypass and Isolate the Automatic Transfer Switch.
2.Open the upper enclosure door.
3.Separate the two quick disconnect plugs by squeezing the latches. Do not pull on the harness wires.
Reconnecting the Plugs
1.The ATS should be still bypassed and isolated.
2.The two harness plugs and sockets are keyed. Carefully align the plugs with the sockets and press straight in until the latches click.
3.Close the enclosure doors.
4.Follow Return to Service instructions on page

TESTING & SERVICE (continued)
Note any optional accessories that may be furnished on the ATB and review their operation. Refer to any separate drawings and/or instructions that may be packed with the ATB.
Hazardous voltage capable of causing shock, burns, or death is used in this switch.
Do not touch the power or load terminals of the transfer switch!
Table
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Hold Transfer Test switch 15 | Starting control must be in the |
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not start when the Transfer | seconds or the outage must | automatic position. Batteries |
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Control switch is turned and | be long enough to allow for | must be charged and | |
held in Transfer Testposition | Feature 1C time delay plus | connected. Check wiring to |
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or when normal source fails. | engine cranking and starting. | engine starting contacts. |
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Transfer switch does not | Wait for Feature 2B time delay | Generator output circuit | Voltmeter should read at |
transfer the load to the | to time out. | breaker must be closed. | least 90% of nominal phase to |
emergency source after the |
| Generator frequency must be | phase voltage between |
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| Hz for a 60 Hz system.) * | EC (or EL1 & EL2 for 2 pole)* |
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Transfer switch does not | Wait for Feature 3A time delay |
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transfer the load to normal | to time out. |
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source when normal returns |
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switch is released. |
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Wait for Feature 2E time delay | Starting control must be in the |
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not stop after load retransfer | to time out. | automatic position. | |
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* These are factory settings. Refer to Controller User’s Guide.
If the problem is isolated to circuits on the controller or the transfer switch, call your local ASCO Power Technologies sales office or ASI. In the United States, call
MANUAL LOAD TRANSFER
This procedure manually transfers load to other source if the Transfer Switch or Control Panel are out of service.
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Close all enclosure doors to prevent personal |
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1. Be sure that the Bypass Handle is in the BYPASS | Figure |
POS (position) (see page |
2.Be sure that the Isolation Handle is in the TEST orDISCONNECTED position (see page
3.Turn the Bypass Handle clockwise to AUTOMATIC POS (position).
4.Then
-Emergency Source - pull out the handle
-Normal Source - push in the handle