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Appendix A Abbreviations115................................................................
Appendix B Screen Summaries117...........................................................
TP-6883 4/21Table of Contents6
Safety Precautions and Instructions
IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
Electromechanicalequipment,
including generator sets, transfer
switches, switchgear, and accessories,
can cause bodily harm and pose
life-threateningdangerwhen
improperly installed,operated, or
maintained. To prevent accidents be
aware of potential dangers and act
safely.Read and follow all safety
precautions and instructions. SAVE
THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
This manual has several types of safety
precautions and instructions: Danger,
Warning, Caution, and Notice.
DANGER
DANGERindicatesahazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicatesa hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE is used to address practices
not related to physical injury.
Safety decals affixed to the equipment
in prominent places alert the operator
or service technician to potential
hazards and explain how to act safely.
The decals are shown throughout this
publicationtoimproveoperator
recognition.Replace missing or
damaged decals.
Accidental Starting
WARNING
Accidental starting.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Disconnect the battery cables before
working onthe generatorset.
Remove the negative (- ) lead first
when disconnecting the battery.
Reconnect the negative (- ) lead last
when reconnecting the battery.
Disablingthegeneratorset.
Accidentalstartingcancause
severe injury or death.Before
working on the generator set or
equipment connected to the set,
disable the generator set as follows:
(1) Move the generator set master
switchtotheOFFposition.
(2) Disconnect the power to the battery
charger.(3) Remove the battery
cables,negative(- )leadfirst.
Reconnect the negative (- ) lead last
when reconnecting the battery. Follow
these precautions to prevent starting of
the generator set by an automatic
transfer switch, remotestart/stop
switch, or engine start command from a
remote computer.
Disablingthegeneratorset.
Accidentalstartingcancause
severe injury or death.Before
working on the generator set or
equipment connected to the set,
disable the generator set as follows:
(1) Press the generator set off/reset
button to shut down the generator set.
(2) Disconnect the power to the battery
charger, if equipped. (3) Remove the
battery cables, negative (- ) lead first.
Reconnect the negative (- ) lead last
when reconnecting the battery. Follow
these precautions to prevent the
starting of the generator set by the
remote start/stop switch.
Hazardous Voltage/
Moving Parts
DANGER
Hazardous voltage.
Will cause severe injury or death.
Disconnect all power sources before
opening the enclosure.
DANGER
Hazardous voltage.
Will cause severe injury or death.
Only authorized personnel should
open the enclosure.
Grounding electrical equipment.
Hazardous voltage will cause severe
injury or death.Electrocution is
possiblewheneverelectricityis
present. Ensure you comply with all
applicablecodesandstandards.
Electrically ground the generator set,
transfer switch, and related equipment
and electrical circuits. Turn off the main
circuit breakers of all power sources
before servicing the equipment. Never
contact electrical leads or appliances
when standing in water or on wet
ground because these conditions
increase the risk of electrocution.
Shortcircuits.Hazardous
voltage/current will cause severe
injury or death. Short circuits can
cause bodily injury and/or equipment
damage.Do not contact electrical
connections with tools or jewelry while
makingadjustmentsorrepairs.
Remove all jewelry before servicing the
equipment.
TP-6883 4/217Safety Precautions and Instructions
Servicingthetransferswitch.
Hazardous voltage will cause severe
injury or death. Deenergize all power
sources before servicing. Turn off the
main circuit breakers of all transfer
switch power sources and disable all
generator sets as follows: (1) Move all
generatorsetmastercontroller
switchesto the OFF position. (2)
Disconnectpower toall battery
chargers. (3) Disconnect all battery
cables,negative(- )leadsfirst.
Reconnect negative (- ) leads last when
reconnecting the battery cables after
servicing. Follow these precautions to
prevent the starting of generator sets
by an automatic transfer switch, remote
start/stop switch, or engine start
command from a remote computer.
Before servicing any components
inside the enclosure: (1) Remove all
jewelry. (2) Stand on a dry, approved
electrically insulated mat.(3) Test
circuits with a voltmeter to verify that
they are deenergized.
Makinglineorauxiliary
connections.Hazardous voltage
will cause severe injury or death. To
prevent electrical shock deenergize the
normal power source before making
any line or auxiliary connections.
deenergizedbyinlineconnector
separation.Test circuits with a
voltmeter to verify that they are
deenergized before servicing.
Testingliveelectricalcircuits.
Hazardous voltage or current will
cause severe injury or death. Have
trained and qualified personnel take
diagnosticmeasurementsoflive
circuits.Use adequately rated test
equipment with electrically insulated
probes and follow the instructions of the
test equipment manufacturer when
performing voltage tests. Observe the
following precautions when performing
voltage tests: (1) Remove all jewelry.
(2) Stand on a dry,approved electrically
insulated mat. (3) Do not touch the
enclosure or components inside the
enclosure.(4) Be prepared for the
system to operate automatically.
(600 volts and under)
Heavy Equipment
WARNING
Notice
NOTICE
Improper operator handle usage.
Use the manual operator handle on the
transferswitchformaintenance
purposes only .Return the transfer
switch to the normal position. Remove
the manual operator handle, if used,
and store it in the place provided on the
transfer switchwhenservice is
completed.
NOTICE
Electrostatic discharge damage.
Electrostaticdischarge(ESD)
damages electronic circuit boards.
Preventelectrostaticdischarge
damage by wearing an approved
grounding wrist strap when handling
electronic circuit boards or integrated
circuits. An approved grounding wrist
strap provides a high resistance (about
1 megohm), not a direct short,to
ground.
Servicingthetransferswitch
controls and accessories within the
enclosure. Hazardous voltage will
cause severe injury or death.
Disconnect the transfer switch controls
at the inline connector to deenergize
the circuit boards and logic circuitry but
allow the transfer switch to continue to
supply power to the load. Disconnect
all power sources to accessories that
are mounted within the enclosure but
are not wired through the controls and
Unbalanced weight.
Improper lifting can cause severe
injury or death and equipment
damage.
Use adequate lifting capacity.
Never leave the transfer switch
standing upright unless it is securely
bolted in place or stabilized.
TP-6883 4/218Safety Precautions and Instructions
Introduction
This manual provides operation instructions for the
Kohlerr Decision-Makerr MPAC 1500 automatic
transfer switch controller and related accessories.
The Decision-Makerr MPAC 1500 controller is available
for the transfer switch models shown below.
ModelDescription
KCSStandard-Transition Any Breaker ATS *
KCPProgrammed-Transition Any Breaker ATS *
KCC
KBS
KBP
KBC
KASStandard-Transition Electrically Operated
KAPProgrammed-Transition Electrically Operated
KGS
KGP
KEP
* Available with automatic or non-automatic controller
[ Available with automatic controller only
Closed-Transition Any Breaker ATS [
Standard-Transition Bypass/Isolation ATS [
Programmed-Transition Bypass/Isolation ATS [
Closed-Transition Bypass/Isolation ATS [
Bypass/Isolation ATS [
Bypass/Isolation ATS [
Standard-Transition Bypass/Isolation ATS [
Programmed-Transition Bypass/Isolation ATS [
Service Entrance ATS [
For Bypass/Isolation models, refer to the Installation
Manual for instructions to bypass and isolate the
transfer switch.See List of Related Materials for
document part numbers.
Information in this publication represents data available
at the time of print. Kohler Co. reserves the right to
change this literature and the products represented
without n otice and without any obligation or liability
whatsoever.
The equipment service requirements are very important
to safe and efficient operation. Inspect parts often and
perform required service at the prescribed intervals.
Obtain service from an authorized service distributor/
dealer to keep equipment in top condition.
Read this manual and carefully follow all procedures
and safety precautions to ensure proper equipment
operation and to avoid bodily injury. Read and follow the
Safety Precautions and Instructions section at the
beginning of this manual. Keep this manual with the
equipment for future reference.
List of Related Materials
A separate transfer switch installation manual provided
with the unit contains instructions for transfer switch
installation instructions, manual operation procedures,
and bypass/isolation instructions, if applicable.
Literature ItemPart Number
Specification Sheet, MPAC 1500 ControllerG11-128
Installation Manual, Model KCS/KCP/KCCTP-6833
Installation Manual, Model KBS/KBP/KBCTP-6835
Installation Manual, Model KGS/KGPTP-6836
Installation Manual, Model KEPTP-6946
Installation Manual, Model KAS/KAPTP-7190
Operation Manual, Modbus ProtocolTP-6113
TP-6883 4/219Introduction
Service Assistance
For professional advice on generator set power
requirements and conscientious service, please c ontact
your nearest Kohler distributor or dealer.
D Visit the Kohler Co. website at KOHLERPower.com.
D Look at the labels and decals on your Kohler product
or review the appropriate literature or documents
included with the product.
D Call toll free in the US and Canada 1-800-544-2444.
D Outside the US and Canada, call the nearest regional
Kohler Asia Pacific Headquarters
Singapore, Republic of Singapore
Phone: (65) 6264-6422
Fax:(65) 6264-6455
China
North China Regional Office, Beijing
Phone: (86) 10 6518 7950
(86) 10 6518 7951
(86) 10 6518 7952
Fax:(86) 10 6518 7955
East China Regional Office, Shanghai
Phone: (86) 21 6288 0500
Fax:(86) 21 6288 0550
India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka
India Regional Office
Bangalore, India
Phone: (91) 80 3366208
(91) 80 3366231
Fax:(91) 80 3315972
Japan, Korea
North Asia Regional Office
Tokyo, Japan
Phone: (813) 3440-4515
Fax:(813) 3440-2727
TP-6883 4/2110 Service Assistance
Section 1 Operation
1.1Introduction
This section contains operation instructions, including:
D User interface panel, with display, pushbuttons, and
LED indicators
D Main menu
D System status, warnings, and faults
D Passwords
D Te s ts
D Warnings and Faults
D Reset Data
1.2Source Names
Throughout this manual, the sources are referred to as
follows. Source 1 (S1) is connected to the Normal side
of the transfer switch and is also referred to as Source N.
Source 2 (S2) is connected to the Emergency side of the
transfer switch and is also called Source E. The engine
start contacts are associated with Source 2.
1
2
ThePreferredSourceisthesourcethatwillbeusedif
both sources are available. Typically, this is the normal
utility source 1. If the transfer switch is equipped with the
optional alarm module, the Set Preferred Source menu
allows the operator to select either source as the
preferred source.Source 2 (connected to the
emergency side of the contactor) can be set as the
preferred source using this menu. See Section 4.8.3 for
more information about preferred source selection.
Other applications may use different configurations,
such as the gen-gen configuration which uses two
generator set sources and no utility.
1.3User Interface Panel
The user interface panel is located on the transfer switch
door. Figure 1-1 shows the user interface pushbuttons
and LED indicators.
34
5
9
1. Source N Available LED
2. Source N Position LED
3. Source E Position LED
4. Source E Available LED
5. USB port for SiteTecht
connection
Figure 1-1User Interface Panel
8
6. System Alert LED
7.NotinAutoLED
6
7
GM85884
8. Pushbuttons (4)
9. Display
TP-6883 4/2111Section 1 Operation
1.3.1Display
The four-line display indicates transfer switch status and
setup, including the following:
D System status
D Faults and warnings
D Active time delays
D Source voltages
D Source frequency (Hz)
D Current (amps)
D Source setup information
D Time and date
D Time and date of next scheduled exercise
The display also identifies the pushbutton functions,
which can change from menu-to-menu.
B
Down arrow (closed). Step down to the next
menu or scroll through a list.
Y
Up arrow (closed). Step back to the previous
menu.
"
Right arrow (closed). Move to the next
submenu.
Up arrow (open). Increases the selected
numerical value.
Down arrow (open). Decreases the selected
numerical value.
Right arrow (open). Steps to the next digit in a
selected numerical value.
BackSteps back to the previous menu or submenu.
1.3.2Display Contrast
To adjust the display contrast, press and hold the
second button until two rows of asterisks (*) appear.
Then press the up arrow button to increase the contrast
or the down arrow button to decrease the contrast. The
display will return to the main menu after a few seconds
if no buttons are pressed.
1.3.3Pushbuttons
The user interface panel has four pushbuttons below the
display. Pushbutton functions are shown above each
button in the last line of the display and can change from
menu-to-menu. The pushbutton functions are defined
in Figure 1-2.
Note: The current can be set to zero (0) by pressing the
first and last pushbuttons together. See section
4.16 for instructions.
End
Delay
End
OKEnters the displayed numerical value
Reset Reset the fault condition shown on the display,
SaveSaves settings shown on the display.
StartFrom the Test menu, starts the test sequence.
TestFrom the main menu, moves to the test
Ends the current time delay.
Ends an active test sequence. See
Tes t
Section 2.2.3.
(password or setting).
MainReturns to the main menu.
NextSteps to the next parameter in an item with
multiple settings (for example, in Exerciser
Setup).
or reset an accessory module after connection.
SetFrom the main menu, moves to the first
setup menu.
sequence menus. See Section 1.7.
ViewFrom the main menu, moves to the first
view menu.
Figure 1-2Pushbutton Functions
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1.3.4LED Indicators
1.3.5Lamp Test
LEDs on the user interface indicate contactor position,
source availability, faults, and other conditions. The
table in Figure 1-3 describes the functions of the LED
indicators.
See Section 1.10 for more information about warnings
and faults.
Some programmable inputs will trigger the LEDs to light
or flash. See Section 4.9.
LED IndicatorCondition
Source N Available,
Green
Source E Available, RedSource E is available.
Position A, GreenContactor is in Normal position.
Position B, RedContactor is in Emergency position.
System Alert, RedFault. Identify and correct the cause
Not in Auto, RedATS is not set for automatic
Source N is available.
of the fault condition, then reset faults
at the controller. See Section 1.10.
Input active: Low Battery Voltage or
Remote Common Alarm. See
Section 4.9.
operation or a load shed (forced
transfer to OFF) sequence is active.
Flashes for manual transfer waiting.
Input active: Inhibit Transfer, Forced
Transfer to OFF. See Section 4.9.
Figure 1-3User Interface LED Indicators
To test the LEDs on the controller’s user interface, go to
the Main menu. Press the down arrow button once, then
press the Lamp Test button and verify that the LCD
menu and all 6 LEDs on the user interface illuminate.
SeeFigure1-4.
System Ready
LD Exer 12/14 @ 16:00
Norm 480V Emer 480V
Press the down arrow
button.
BView SetTest
Norm ABBCAC
##Hz ###V ###V ###V
Lamp
Press and hold the
Lamp Test button.
BYTe s tMa in
Figure 1-4Lamp Test
1.3.6Examples
Figure 1-5 illustrates navigation through the menus.
Figure 1-6 illustrates how to use the pushbuttons to step
through menus and change settings. This example
shows setting the time.
Set Common Alarms
BY"Main
Press the right arrow
button to enter the
Set Common Alarms
menu.
Set Common Alarms
Alarm Group 1
BY "Back
Press the up and down
arrow buttons to step
between alarm groups 1
and 2.
Press the right arrow to
modify settings in the
displayed group.
Figure 1-5Example: Set Common Alarms
Modify Alarm
BY "Back
Press the up and
down arrow buttons
to select Modify
Alarm or Remove
All Alarms
Remove All Alarms
BY "Back
Alarm Description
CommonAudible
BY "Back
Press the up and down
arrow buttons to step
through the alarm
descriptions. Then press
the right arrow to change
the common and audible
assignments for that
function.
Remove All Alarms
Yes/N o
BackSave
Press the up arrow button to toggle yes or no.
If Yes is displayed, pressing Save will remove
all alarms from the selected group (1 or 2).
Pressing Back exits without executing the
Remove command.
Alarm Description
Common Y Audible N
BackSave
Press the up arrow
button to step through
all combinations of yes
and no for common
and audible.
Press Save to save the
common and audible
alarm settings.
TP-6883 4/2113Section 1 Operation
1
System OK
LD Exer ##/## @ ##:##
Norm ###V Emer ###V
BViewSetTest
6
Set Time
BY "Back
Press the SET button.
2
Enter Password
Time to Enter #:##
???
?
OK
Press the open UP arrow button to
increase the first digit of the password
from 0 through 9.
Note: The default password is 0000.
3
Press the open RIGHT arrow
button to move to the next
digit. Repeat Steps 2 and 3
until the correct password is
displayed.
4
Enter Password
Time to Enter #:##
Time to Enter #:##
??
0?
Enter Password
0
000
OK
OK
Press the right arrow
button to enter the Set
Time submenu.
7
Set Time #
BackSave
Press the open up arrow
button to increase the first
digit. (Use 00:00 to 23:59 for
time.)
8
Set Time 1#:##
BackSave
Press the open right arrow
button to step to the next digit.
Repeat steps 7 and 8 until the
correct time is displayed.
9
Set Time 14:37
#:##
Press OK to enter the password.
5
Set Time/Date
BY "Main
Press the right arrow button
to enter the Set Time/Date
submenu.
Figure 1-6Example: Setting the Time
BackSave
Press Save.
TP-6883 4/2114 Section 1 Operation
1.4Main Menu
The main menu appears at system startup and displays
the following information(seeFigure1-7):
D System Status (see F igure 1-8)
Press the Test button to enter the Test mode.A
password is required. See Section 1.7.
The display returns to the main menu after 10 minutes of
no activity (no buttons pressed).
D Date and time of the next scheduled exercise run (if
programmed)
D Measured source voltages
D Pushbutton functions
Pressing the down arrow button steps to the normal
operation menus shown in Section 1.6. Step through
these menus to check the measured frequency, line
voltages, current (if the current sensing accessory is
installed), and other system information.
Some parameters will appear only under certain
conditions. For example:
D If no exercise runs are scheduled, the second line of
themainmenuisblank.
D The Daylight Saving Time settings are displayed only
if DST is enabled.
D Phaserotationandin-phasemonitoringare
displayed only for three-phase systems.
D Some parameters and time delays appear only for
programmed-transition models.
D The menus displayed during a test or exercise
sequence will vary depending on the time delay
settings.
Pressing the View button steps to the view menus
shown in Section 3.3.
Passwords are required to enter the setup and test
modes. See Section 1.5 for more information about
passwords.
System Ready
LD Exer 12/14 @ 16:00
Norm 480V Emer 480V
BViewSetTest
1. System status message
2. Next scheduled exercise, if programmed
3. Source voltages detected
Figure 1-7Main Menu
System Status Messages
Aux Switch Fault
Aux Switch Open
Exerciser Active
External Battery Low
Fail to Acquire Pref
Fail to Acquire Stby
Fail to Transfer
In Phase Waiting
Inhibit Transfer
Low Battery Voltage
Maint DIP Switch
Module Lost Comm
New Module
Peak Shave Active
Phase Rotation Error
Remote Common Alarm
System Ready
Test Mode Active
Figure 1-8System Status Messages
1
2
3
6446
Press the Set button to enter the setup mode.A
password is required. See Section 4.2 for system setup
menus.
TP-6883 4/2115Section 1 Operation
1.5Passwords
Passwords are required to enter the Test and Setup
menus.Passwords are 4-digit numbers.See
Figure 1-9 for instructions to enter the password using
the pushbuttons on the controller’s user interface.
There a re two passwords:
Setup Password. The setup password controls access
to the system setup menus, which allow changes to
system settings, time delays, etc.
For closed-transition models, the setup password is
required to initiate a transfer when the programmed
transition override function is set to manual.See
Section 1.7.3.
Note: The factory default password is 0000.
Enter Password
Time to Enter #:##
???<
>?
OK
Press the open up arrow button to increase the first digit
of the password from 0 to 9.
Enter Password
Time to Enter #:##
>0???<
OK
Test Password. The test password controls access to
the test sequence menus.The test password is
required to initiate a loaded, unloaded, or auto-loaded
test, and also to initiate a sync check test on
closed-transition models.
If the correct password is not entered within 30 seconds,
the display returns to the main menu.
The factory default password is 0000. Change the
password to allow only authorized personnel to start and
end tests or change settings.
1.5.1Changing Passwords
Use the Passwords Setup Menu to change passwords.
See Section 4.14.
1.5.2Test Password Reset and Disable
The test password can be reset to the default value or
disabled. Use the Setup Menu- Reset Data menu. See
Figure 1 -26.
Note: Disable the test password only during service
unless the transfer switch is located in a secure
location.
Press the open right arrow button to step to the next digit.
Repeat for all four digits.
Enter Password
Time to Enter #:##
>0000
Press the OK button to enter the password.
Incorrect Password
If the wrong password is entered, the Incorrect Password
message appears. Check the password and try again.
<
OK
Figure 1-9EnteringaPassword
Disabling the test password allows any user to initiate a
test sequence from the controller’s user interface
without entering a password. Initiating a t est starts the
generator set and, if a loaded test is selected, transfers
the load.
TP-6883 4/2116 Section 1 Operation
1.6Normal Operation Menus
During normal transfer switch operation, the screens
shown in Figure 1-10 or Figure 1-11 are displayed. Use
the up a nd down arrow buttons to view the sy stem status
information as shown. Press Main to return to the main
menu from any screen.
The Sequence of Operation descriptions in Sections 2.2
through 2.4 describe the transfer switch normal
operation for standard, programmed, and closed
transition models.
System Ready
LD Exer 12/14 @ 16:00
Norm 480V Emer 480V
BViewSetTest
System Ready
LD Exer 12/14 @ 16:00
Norm 480V Emer 480V
BViewSetTest
Norm ABBCAC
##Hz ###V ###V ###V
Lamp
BYTe stM ai n
Norm ANBNCN
##Hz ###V ###V ###V
BYMain
Emer ABBCAC
##Hz ###V ###V ###V
NormL1L2
##Hz###V###V
Lamp
BYTe s tMa i n
EmerL1L2
##Hz###V###V
BYMain
AmpsL1L2
########
BYMain
Time/Date
09:10 DST 01/13/06
BYMain
Daylight Saving Time
Clock Ahead 1 Hour
Sun03/12/06
BYMain
Daylight Saving Time
ClockBack1Hour
Sun11/05/06
BYMain
Normal Preferred
Util-Gen Operation
No Commit Transfer
BYMain
Standard Transition
BYMain
Emer ANBNCN
##Hz ###V ###V ###V
BYMain
Amps LALBLC
#### ########
BYMain
Time/Date
09:10 DST 01/13/06
BYMain
Daylight Saving Time
Clock Ahead 1 Hour
Sun03/12/06
BYMain
Daylight Saving Time
Clock Back 1 Hour
Sun11/05/06
BYMain
Normal Preferred
Util-Gen Operation
No Commit Transfer
BYMain
Standard Transition
Phase Rotation ABC
In Phase Enabled
BYMain
Figure 1-11Three-Phase Operation
BYMain
Figure 1-10Single-Phase Operation
TP-6883 4/2117Section 1 Operation
1.7System Test
Use the system test feature to:
D Start and run the generator set.
D Simulate a preferred source failure, resulting in a
transfer to the standby source.
D Check source synchronization (closed-transition
models only).
time delays. See Figure 1-16 for Sync Check menus for
closed-transition models.
Press the End Test designated pushbutton to end the
test. Time delays will execute as programmed when the
test is ended. Press the End Delay button to end the
currently displayed time delay, if desired.
To check the source voltage and frequency while a test
is running, press the Main button. Press the Test button
to return to the test sequence menus.
See Figure 1-12 for the test sequence menus. From the
main menu, press the Test button and then enter the
password. The password ensures that only authorized
personnel can start a test.
Press the down arrow button to navigate to the desired
test sequence. Press the Start button to start the test.
Figure 1-13 shows the menus displayed during the test
run. Menus are dependent on the system settings and
System Ready
LD Exer ##/## @ ##:##
Norm ###V Emer ###V
BViewSetTest
Enter Password
Time to Enter #:##
>?
???<
OK
Press the Test button to enter the
Test mode. A password is required.
If the emergency source is lost during a system test, the
fail to acquire standby signal is indicated immediately,
and the test is terminated. If the contactor is in the
standby position, it transfers immediately to the
preferred position.
See Section 4.9.3 for additional information about the
remote test input.
Type of Test
Auto Load
Time :## min
BMain"Start
Type of Test
Loaded
BMainStart
Type of Test
Unloaded
BMainStart
Auto Load Test
Enter Time
Time ?? min
BackOK
Figure 1-12Test Selection Menus
Type of Test
Sync Check
BMainStart
TP-6883 4/2118 Section 1 Operation
Engine Start in ##:##
Norm ###V Emer ###V
EndEnd
MainDelay Test
LD# Disc in ##:##
Norm ###V Emer ###V
EndEnd
MainDelay Test
Xfr to Off in ##:##
Norm ###V Emer ###V
EndEnd
MainDelay Test
XfrtoEmerin##:##
Norm ###V Emer ###V
EndEnd
MainDelay Test
Add LD# in ##:##
Norm ###V Emer ###V
EndEnd
MainDelay Test
System on Test
Norm ###V Emer ###V
EndEnd
MainDelay Test
LD# Disc in ##:##
Norm ###V Emer ###V
EndEnd
MainDelay Test
Xfr to Off in ##:##
Norm ###V Emer ###V
EndEnd
MainDelay Test
XfrtoNormin##:##
Norm ###V Emer ###V
EndEnd
MainDelay Test
Add LD# in ##:##
Norm ###V Emer ###V
EndEnd
MainDelay Test
Appears if load control
time delays are set
Programmed-transition
models only
Appears if load control
time delays are set
Appears if load control
time delays are set
Programmed-transition
models only
Appears if load control
time delays are set
1.7.1Unloaded System Test
When an unloaded test is initiated, the controller
immediately signals the generator to start, without
waiting for the engine start time delay to expire. The
contactor does not change position during an unloaded
test, but if the normal source should fail, the contactor
will transfer to the emergency source.
The unloaded test feature is available only with the
Util-Genset and Genset-Genset modes of operation.
The load bank control output is active during an
unloaded exercise or unloaded system test.If the
contactor transfers to the standby position during the
test, the load bank control is deactivated. (The standby
source supplies power to the load.)
1.7.2Loaded System Test
A loaded test simulates a preferred source failure,
except that the engine start time delay is bypassed. The
generator set is signaled to start immediately upon test
activation. Load control signals are issued prior to
transfer with their associated time delays. Since the
loaded test transfer will be between two live sources, the
in-phase monitor or closed transition feature will be
activated if it is enabled. If the preferred source is lost
during a loaded test with the contactor in the standby
position, the test will continue to be active, even on
restoration of preferred. If the standby source is lost and
the preferred source is available, the test will be
terminated, and the transfer switch will immediately
transfer to the preferred source position, bypassing all
time delays except the off-position requirements in a
programmed-transition system.
When a loaded test is terminated normally, the
retransfer sequence operates as though the preferred
source has been restored after a failure. All time delays
are executed and an in-phase transfer will occur if
enabled. The loaded test feature is available with the
Util-Genset, Util-Util and Genset-Genset modes of
operation.
1.7.3Closed-Transition Loaded Test
Eng Cooldown ##:##
Norm ###V Emer ###V
EndEnd
MainDelay Test
When a loaded test is initiated on a closed-transition
model, the generator set is signaled to start and the
controller monitors the sources for synchronization.
The load is transferred when the sources are
synchronized.
Note: See Figure 1-16 for Sync Check menus.
Figure 1-13Test Sequence Menus
TP-6883 4/2119Section 1 Operation
If the sources do not sync before the Fail to Sync time
delay expires, the programmed-transition override
function operates.
D If the override function is set to Automatic, a
programmed-transition transfer will occur when the
Fail to Sync time delay expires. The contactor stops
in the OFF position for the length of the off-to standby
time delay before proceeding to transfer to the
standby source.
D If the override function is set to manual, the user can
either initiate a programmed-transition type transfer
(setup password required) or cancel the test
sequence. See Figure 1-14. If neither action is taken,
thecontrollerwillcontinuetocheckfor
synchronizationandtransferifthesources
synchronize.
See Section 4.11.3 for instructions to set the
programmed-transition override function.
Manual Transfer
Password:
CancelOK
2
1. Use arrow buttons to enter the setup password and click OK
to initiate a manual programmed-transition transfer. OR
2. Press the Cancel button to cancel the test.
1
Figure 1-14Manual Transfer Menu for
Programmed-Transition Override
1.7.5Sync Check (closed-transition)
The Sync Check allows a test of the synchronization of
two available sources without initiating a transfer.
Navigate to the Type of Test, Sync Check menu and
press the Start button to begin the test. The controller
displays Syncing during the test, and the phase angle
difference is shown between two arrows. For example,
> 10 < indicates that the sources are 10 degrees out of
phase. The arrows move closer together as the sources
approachsynchronization.Whenthesources
synchronize, the controller indicates Synced and
continues to monitor the source synchronization. The
load is not transferred. See Figure 1-16. Press the End
Te st button to end the test.
Type of Test
Sync Check
BMainStart
System on Test
Norm ###V Emer ###V
Syncing
End
Main>102< Test
System on Test
Norm ###V Emer ###V
Synced
End
Main><Test
Figure 1-16Sync Check Menus
1.7.4Auto-Loaded System Test
The auto-loaded test feature is a timed, loaded test. The
auto-loaded time delay determines how long after the
transfer to standby to terminate the test and transfer
back to the preferred source. The time is defaulted to
30 minutes and can be adjusted from 1 minute to
60 minutes. See Figure 1-15.
Type of Test
Auto Loaded
Time :## min
BMain"Start
1
1. Press right arrow button to go to the Enter Time menu.
2. Use the open arrow buttons to enter the duration time for the
test. Then press OK.
3. Press Start to start the test.
32
Figure 1-15Auto Loaded Test Menus
Auto Loaded Test
Enter Time
Time: ?? min
Back OK
1.8Automatic Operation Test
Note: Close and lock the enclosure door before starting
the test procedure.
Preferred Source Selection.The test procedure
assumes that Source N is the preferred source. If the
ATS is equipped with the alarm board accessory, check
the preferred source selection before proceeding with
the automatic operation test. To check the preferred
source selection, use the down arrow button to step
down from the main s creen until Normal Preferred or
Emergency Preferred is displayed. See Figure 1-10 or
Figure 1-11.
Supervised Transfer Switch. If the transfer switch is
equipped with a supervised transfer switch, verify that it
is set to the Auto position.
Follow the procedure below to start a loaded test. Verify
that the ATS starts the generator set and transfers the
load to the emergency source, executing all time delays
that are set up to operate during a loss of the normal
source. End the test and verify that the transfer switch
transfers the load back to the normal source and
removes the enginestart signal, executing all
TP-6883 4/2120 Section 1 Operation
appropriate programmed time delays. Refer to Section
2.2.3 for a more detailed description of the test
sequence of operation.
Load control time delay settings may affect the
operation sequences.
Note: If the standby source fails during a loaded test,
1. Check the controller LED indicators to verify that
the Position N and Source N Available indicators
are lit.
If the sources do not synchronize before the fail
to sync time delay expires, operation depends
on the programmed transition override setting.
If automatic override is enabled, the ATS will
transfertheloadusingaprogrammedtransition transfer. If automatic override is not
enabled, the ATS will continue to monitor the
source synchronization and transfer when/if
the sources synchronize. The operator can
initiateaprogrammed-transitiontransfer
(password required) or cancel the transfer.
8. Press the End Test button.
9. Verify that the switch transfers the load back to
Source N.
2. Verify that the generator set m aster switch is in the
AUTO position.
3. Refer to Figure 1-17. From the main screen, press
the Test button. Enter the test password when
prompted and press OK.
4. Press the down arrow button to display Type of Test
Loaded.
5. Press the Start button.
6. Verify that the generator set starts and the Source
E Available LED lights.
7. Verifythat the switch transfers the load to Source E.
Observe the controller LEDs and display as the
time delays execute and the load is transferred.
a. Standard-TransitionModels:Afterthe
preferred-to-standby transfer time delay, verify
that the Position N LED turns off and the
Position E LED lights, indicating that the switch
has transferred the load to Source E.
b. Programmed-Transition Models:After the
preferred-to-off time delay, verify that the
Position NLED turnsoff.After the
off-to-standby time delay, check that the
Position E LED lights, indicating that the switch
has transferred the load to Source E.
c. Closed-Transition Models: See Section 1.7.3.
After the preferred-to-standby time delay, the
controllermonitorsthesourcesfor
synchronization.When the sources are in
sync,theATStransferstheloadtoSourceE
and the Position E LED lights. Both sources will
be connected for less than 100 milliseconds
before Source N is disconnected and the
Position N LED turns off.
a. Standard-TransitionModels:Afterthe
standby-to-preferred time delay, verify that the
Position E LED goes out and the Position N
LED lights, indicating that the switch has
transferred the load to Source N.
b. Programmed-Transition Models:After the
standby-to-off time delay, verify that the
Position E LED goes out.After the off-topreferred time delay, check that the Position N
LED lights, indicating that the switch has
transferred the load to Source N.
c. Closed-Transition Models: See Section 1.7.3.
After the standby-to-preferred time delay, the
controllermonitorsthesourcesfor
synchronization.When the sources are in
sync, the ATS transfers the load to Source N
and the Position N LED lights. Both sources will
be connected for less than 100 milliseconds
before Source E is disconnected and the
Position E LED turns off.
If the sources do not synchronize before the fail
to sync time delay expires, operation depends
on the programmed transition override setting.
If automatic override is enabled, the ATS will
transfertheloadusingaprogrammedtransition transfer. If automatic override is not
enabled, the ATS will continue to monitor the
source synchronization and transfer when/if
the sources synchronize. The operator can
initiateaprogrammed-transitiontransfer
(password required).
10. After the engine cooldown time delay expires, the
engine start s ignal is removed. Verify that the
generator set stops.
Note: The generator set may have an engine
cooldown time delay that causes the
generator set engine to run after the transfer
switch engine start signal is removed.
TP-6883 4/2121Section 1 Operation
System OK
LD Exer ##/## @ ##:##
Norm ###V Emer ###V
BViewSetTest
On the main screen, press the Test button.
Enter Password
Time to Enter #:##
???<
>?
Typ e of Test
Auto Load
Time :## min
BMain"Start
Typ e of Test
Loaded
BMainStart
Engine Start in ##:##
Norm ###V Emer ###V
EndEnd
Delay Test
Use the open arrow buttons to enter the Test
password. See Section 1.5 for instructions. Then
press t he OK button.
OK
Press the down arrow button to step to the
loaded test screen.
Press the Start button to initiate the test
sequence.
Additional test sequence screens may appear,
depending on the system settings.
System on Test
Norm ###V Emer ###V
End
MainTest
PresstheMainbuttontoreturntothemainscreen
during the test, if desired. From the main screen,
press Test to return to the test screen.
PresstheEndTestbuttontoendthetest.
Figure 1-17Starting and Stopping the Automatic Operation Test
TP-6883 4/2122 Section 1 Operation
1.9Exercise
Schedule exercise runs through the Set Exercise
menus. See Section 4.4. To run the generator set at a
time other than a scheduled exercise sequence, use the
Test function. See Section 1.7 for instructions.
When a scheduled exercise is running, the menus
shown in Figure 1-18 appear. Press Main to return to
the main menu, if desired. Press the End button to end
the exercise sequence before the scheduled stop time,
if necessary.
If a system test or peak shave is active when the
exercise is scheduled to occur, the exercise is skipped.
A preferred-source failure during an exerciser period
causes the exercise to be terminated and normal ATS
operation to resume.
An exercise event can be temporarily disabled to
prevent its execution and then re-enabled later using the
enable/disable setting in the Set Exercise menus. See
Section 4.4.
1.9.1Unloaded Exercise
An unloaded exercise starts and runs the generator set
without transferring the load.
contactor transfers to the standby position, the load
bank control will be deactivated. (The standby source
supplies power to the load.)
1.9.3Loaded Exercise
A loaded exercise starts the generator set and transfers
the load from the normal source to the standby source.
On closed-transition models, transfer will occur when
the sources are synchronized. If the sources do not
sync, press Cancel to end the exercise.
Exerciser Active
Fail to Acquire 00:59
Norm ###V Emer ###V
MainEnd
Exerciser Active
Time Remaining 00:29
Norm ###V Emer ###V
MainEnd
Figure 1-18Exercise Sequence Menus
Display during
generator set engine
start or if engine does
not start immediately.
Display during
exercise run.
1.9.2Load Bank Control
The load bank control output is active during an
unloaded exercise or unloaded system test.If the
TP-6883 4/2123Section 1 Operation
1.10Warnings and Faults
When a fault exists, the System Alert indicator flashes, a
designated output and the common fault output are
turned on, and an appropriate message is displayed to
indicate the fault. See Figure 1-19 for the location of the
System Alert indicator.
ATS warnings and faults are shown in Figure 1-20.
There are three types of warning/fault conditions:
Warning. Warnings automatically reset with a source
availability change or a transfer request.
Fault Requiring Manual Reset.Under these
conditions, normal ATS operation is halted.Active
modes are turned off. If the contactor is in the preferred
source position, the engine cooldown time delay
executes and the engine start contacts open, allowing
the generator set to shut down. See Section 1.10.1 for
instructions to reset faults.
1
Self Resetting Faults. Under these conditions, active
modes are turned off. If the contactor is in the preferred
source position, the engine cooldown time delay
executes and the engine start contacts open, allowing
the generator set to shut down. When the fault condition
is corrected, the fault is automatically cleared from the
controller and normal ATS operation continues.
1. System Alert LED
GM85888
Figure 1-19Fault Indication
ConditionTy p eDescription
Failure to Acquire Standby SourceWarningThe source voltage did not reach the acceptable range within a set
Failure to Acquire Preferred SourceWarning
IPM Synching
(In-Phase Monitor Synching)
External Battery LowWarningThe voltage of the battery connected to the external battery supply
Failure to TransferWarningThe signal to transfer is sent to the contactor and the main shaft
Src N (or Src E) Rotation ErrSelf-Resetting FaultThe detected phase rotation of one or both sources does not match
I/O Module Lost CommSelf-Resetting FaultAn I/O device has stopped communicating or does not have a
Auxiliary Switch FaultManual Reset FaultThe main shaft auxiliary switches indicate that the ATS is in more
Auxiliary Switch OpenManual Reset FaultThe main shaft auxiliary switches indicate that the ATS is in neither
Manual Reset FaultThe Source1 or Source2 circuit breaker in the service entrance
time (see Time Delays). For example, the standby source generator
set did not start.
Synchronize time delay.
Note: If the sources do come into phase after the time delay
expires, the warning is automatically cleared and normal ATS
operation continues.
module (EBSM) is low.
auxiliary switch fails to indicate a complete ATS position change.
The controller will attempt to transfer the unit three times before the
fault is indicated.
the preselected setting.
correct address specified. Fault resets if communication is
reestablished.
than one position, or the position changed when no signal was sent
to initiate the change.
position (all inputs are open).
transfer switch has tripped due to an overcurrent condition. Identify
and correct the cause of the fault before resetting the controller.
detected. See Section 1.11.1 to reset.
module with the same address. See Section 1.11.2 to reset.
Figure 1-20Warnings and Faults
TP-6883 4/2124 Section 1 Operation
1.10.1 Fault Reset
To clear a fault or warning condition and reset the
System Alert LED, go to the Main menu and press the
down arrow button to open the Reset menu. See
Figure 1 -19 and Figure 1-21. Then press the button
labeled Reset.A fault reset does not change the
controller settings.
Module Status Change
Norm ###V Emer ###V
Reset View SetTest
Reset
New Module
Press Reset.
Press Reset.
See Section 1.11, Accessory Module Faults, for
instructions to correct and reset faults related to the I/O
modules and other accessory modules.
When a fault message
is displayed, press the
down arrow
on the Main menu to
step to the Reset Fault
menu.
Then press the Reset
button.
(B) button
Fault Message
LD Exer ##/## @ ##:##
Norm ###V Emer ###V
BView SetTest
Reset
Fault Description
BYReset Main
Figure 1-21Fault Reset
1.11Accessory Module Faults
Accessory modules are optional equipment.
1.11.1Module Status Change
Connecting or disconnecting one or more accessory
modules can cause the Module Status Change
message to be displayed.
Module Connection (new or reconnected module)
Installing or reconnecting one or more accessory
modules triggers the Module Status Change message.
See Figure 1-22. Press the Reset button to display
Reset New Module. Press the Reset button from that
menu. The controller recognizes the module type(s).
See Figure 1-23.
BYReset Main
Figure 1-22Menus after Module Connection
Module
Type
AOB
SOB
POB
Description
Switch/Alarm Module (alarm option board)
Standard I/O Module (standard option board)
High-Power I/O Module (power option board)
Figure 1-23Module Types
Disconnected Module
If one or more accessory modules are disconnected
from the controller, the message Module Status Change
appears. See Figure 1-24. Pressing the Reset button
displays the m essage Check Module Setup to Clear
Fault. Use the following Module Uninstall Procedure to
uninstall modules after disconnection.
Module Status Change
Norm ###V Emer ###V
Reset View SetTest
Check Module Setup
to Clear Fault
BYReset Main
Press Reset.
Press Main and follow
Module Uninstall
Procedure.
Figure 1-24Menus after Module Disconnection
Navigate to the Set Input/Outputs>Set Aux I/O menu to
check that the controller has recognized the connected
modules.
See Section 4.9 for instructions to assign programmable
inputs and outputs to I/O modules. Go to Section 4.10
for instructions to assign functions to the audible alarm
for an Alarm Module.
TP-6883 4/2125Section 1 Operation
Module Uninstall Procedure
1.11.2Module Status Conflict
1. Press Main t o return to the main menu.
2. Press Set to enter setup mode.
3. Enter the setup password.
4. Press the down arrow to step to the Set Inputs/
Outputs menu.
5. Navigate to the Set Auxiliary I/O menu.See
Figure 1-25. Press the right arrow button to see the
status of module 1. Press the down arrow to step to
the next module, if necessary, until the menu
shows Status: Lost.
6. Press the right arrow button to move to the
Uninstall Module menu. Verify that the menu says
Uninstall Module Yes.(Press the open arrow
button to toggle no/yes, if necessary.)
7. When Yes is displayed, press Save to uninstall the
module.
8. Repeat the uninstall procedure for additional
modules, if necessary.
Other Module Status Change Conditions
A Module Status Change message that cannot be
cleared as described in this section may indicate a
failure of the controller’s real-time clock. Carefully follow
the Module Connection or Module Uninstall procedures
to attempt to reset the fault. If the fault cannot be reset,
the controller’s logic board may need to be replaced.
Contact an authorized distributor/dealer for service.
The message Module Status Conflict appears if one
type of module is replaced with another type of module
that has the same address. Follow the procedure below
to resolve the conflict.
Procedure to Clear a Module Status Conflict
1. Disconnect power to the transfer switch.
2. Disconnect the module.
3. Close the enclosure door and reconnect power to
the ATS. The display will show Module Status
Change.
4. Press the button labeled Reset. The display will
show Check Module Setup to Clear Fault.
5. Follow the procedure in Section 1.11.1 to uninstall
the module through the ATS controller keypad.
6. Disconnect power to the ATS.
7. Connect the new module.
8. Close the enclosure door and reconnect power to
the ATS. The display will show Module StatusChange. SeeFigure1-22.
9. Press the button labeled Reset to display ResetNew Module. Press the reset button from that
menu. The controller will now recognize the new
module type.
10. Navigate to the Set Auxiliary I/O menu to check the
status and settings for the new module.See
Figure 1-25. Press the right arrow button to see the
status of module 1. Press the down arrow t o step to
the next module, if necessary,
Set Inputs/Outputs
BY"Main
Main Board I/O
BY"Back
Auxiliary I/O
BY"Back
Figure 1-25Uninstall Module
Set
Set
Module 1
Type POBAddr 1
Status: Lost
BY"Back
Pressthedownarrowbuttontosteptothe
next module, if necessary.
Module 1
Uninstall Module
Yes
Save Back
TP-6883 4/2126 Section 1 Operation
1.12Reset Data
1.12.1 Reset Maintenance Records
Be sure to read and understand the information in this
section before resetting records or parameters.
Note: Resetting to the d efault parameters will reset all
parameters to a factory default setting.
Use the Reset Data menus to set records or parameters
back to factory default settings. See Figure 1-26.
1. Use the black arrow buttons to step to the desired
menu.
2. Press the open up arrow button to toggle Yes or No
until Yes is displayed.
3. Press Save to reset the records or parameters to
the factory defaults. Pressing Back exits the menu
without resetting.
Reset Data
BY "Main
BSave Back
BSave Back
Reset
Maintenance Records
Yes /No
Reset
Event History
Yes /No
Reset the maintenance records after transfer switch
service to update the last maintenance date and totals
since reset that are displayed in the maintenance
records menu.
1.12.2 Reset Event History
Resetting the event history clears the events from the
event history log. The history lists the 100 most recent
transfer switch events, including transfers and DIP
switch setting changes as well as faults and alarms.
Figure 1-26Reset Data
Reset
Default Parameters
Yes /No
BSave Back
Reset
Exerciser Setup
Yes /No
BSave Back
Reset
Test Password
Yes /No
BSave Back
Disable
Test Password
Yes /No
BSave Back
Note: Resetting to the default parameters will reset all
parameters, including the system voltageand frequency, to a factory default setting. The
transfer switch will not operate correctly if the
system voltage and frequency do not matc h the
sources.
Note: Disable the test password only during service
unless the transfer switch is installed in a secure
location.
TP-6883 4/2127Section 1 Operation
1.12.3 Reset Default Parameters
1.12.4 Reset and Disable Test Password
Resetting to the default parameters will reset all
parameters, including the system voltage andfrequency, to a factory default setting. The default
system voltage and frequency settings may not match
the settings for your application.
The transfer switch will not operate correctly if the
system voltage and frequency do not match the
sources. Use the Set Sources menu to set the system
voltage and frequency after resetting to the default
parameters. See Section 6 for instructions.
Check the system operation to verify the settings after
resetting.
Reset the Test password to r eturn the test password to
the default, 0000.
Note: Disable the test password only during service
unless the transfer switch is installed in a secure
location.
Disabling the test password allows any user to initiate a
test sequence from the controller’s user interface
without entering a password. Initiating a test starts the
generator set and, if a loaded test is selected, transfers
the load.
TP-6883 4/2128 Section 1 Operation
Section 2 Sequence of Operation
This section explains the transfer switch sequence of
operation during the following events:
D Controller power-up or reset
D Preferred source loss and return
D Te s t
D Exercise
D Emergency source loss and return
The Sequence of Operation descriptions in Sections 2.2
through 2.4 describe the transfer switch normal
operation for standard, programmed, and closed
transition models. Operation can be affected by faults
such as the normal or emergency contacts failing to
open or close when signaled to do so.
2.1Controller Power-up/Reset
Following is an explanation of the sequence of operation
for the Decision-Makerr MPAC 1500 ATS Controller
when power is initially applied to the controller or a
controller reset occurs.
3. Contactor position and source availability are
determined.
4. If neither source is acceptable, the contactor does
not change p osition.
5. If both sources are available, the controller
immediately transfersthe contactorto the
preferred source.
6. If only one source is available, the controller
immediately transfers the contactor to that source,
executing only the off-position and load control
time delays.
If the available source is the preferred source, and
the contactor is in the standby position, the
contactor transfers to preferred, the engine
cooldown time delay runs, and then the engine
start contacts open.
If the available source is the preferred source and
the contactor is already in the preferred position,
the engine start contacts open immediately,
bypassing the engine cooldown time delay.
TP-6883 4/2129Section 2 Sequence of Operation
2.2Sequence of Operation,
Standard Transition Models
2.2.2Exerciser Operation, Standard
Transition
Operation can be affected by faults such as the normal
or emergency contacts failing to open or close when
signaled to do so.
2.2.1Preferred Source Loss and
Return, Standard Transition
Following is an explanation of the transfer switch
sequence of operation when Preferred Source failure is
detected.
Preferred Source Fails
1. Load control contacts open.
2. Engine start time delay expires.
3. The generator is signaled to start.
4. The generator starts and the standby source
becomes available.
5. Preferred-to-standby time delay expires.
6. Contactor transfers to standby.
7. Post-transfer load control sequences run.
Unloaded Exercise Sequence Starts
1. Exerciser timer begins.
2. The generator is signaled to start.
3. The generator starts and the standby source
becomes available.
4. The load bank control is activated.
Unloaded Exercise Sequence Ends
1. The load bank control is deactivated.
2. Engine cooldown time delay expires.
3. The engine start contacts open, signaling the
generator to stop.
Loaded Exercise Sequence Starts
1. Exerciser timer begins.
2. The generator is signaled to start.
3. The generator starts and the standby source
becomes available.
8. Load control contacts close.
Preferred Source Returns
1. Standby-to-preferred and pre-transfer load control
time delays expire.
2. Load control contacts open.
3. Contactor transfers to preferred source.
4. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine
cooldown time delay expire.
5. Load control contacts close.
6. The engine start contacts open, signaling the
generator to stop.
4. Preferred-to-standby time delay and pre-transfer
load control sequences run.
5. Load control contacts open.
6. Contactor transfers to standby.
7. Post-transfer load control sequences run.
8. Load control contacts close.
Emergency Source Fails (Normal Source is
available)
1. Exerciser is deactivated.
2. Load control contacts open.
3. Contactor immediately transfers to preferred.
4. Immediate failure to acquire standby alarm.
5. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine
cooldown time delay expire.
6. Load control contacts close.
7. Engine start contacts open.
TP-6883 4/2130Section 2 Sequence of Operation
Loaded Exercise Sequence Ends
1. Pre-transfer load control sequences run.
2. Load control contacts open.
3. Contactor transfers to preferred.
4. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine
cooldown time delay expire.
Emergency Source Fails (Normal Source is
available)
1. Test function is deactivated.
2. Load control contacts open.
3. Contactor immediately transfers to preferred.
4. Immediate failure to acquire standby alarm.
5. Load control contacts close.
6. The engine start contacts open, signaling the
generator to stop.
2.2.3Test Sequence, Standard
Transition
Unloaded Test Function is Initiated
1. The generator set is signaled to start.
2. The generator starts and the standby source
becomes available.
3. The load bank control is activated.
Unloaded Test Function is Ended
1. The load bank control is deactivated.
2. Engine cooldown time delay expires.
3. The generator is signaled to stop.
5. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine
cooldown time delay expire.
6. Load control contacts close.
7. Engine start contacts open.
Loaded Test Function is Ended
1. Standby-to-preferred time delay and pre-transfer
load control sequences run.
2. Load control contacts open.
3. Contactor transfers to preferred.
4. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine
cooldown time delay expire.
5. Load control contacts close.
6. The engine start contacts open, signaling the
generator to stop.
Loaded Test Function is Initiated
1. The generator is signaled to start (engine start
contacts close).
2. The generator starts and the standby source
becomes available.
3. Pre-transfer load control time delays expire and
load control contacts open.
4. Preferred-to-standby time delay expires.
5. Contactor transfers to standby.
6. Post-transfer load control time delays expire and
load control contacts close.
TP-6883 4/2131Section 2 Sequence of Operation
2.3Sequence of Operation,
Programmed-Transition
2.3.2Exerciser Operation, Programmed
Transition
Programmed-transition models operate with a pause in
the off position during transfer. The time in the off
position issetthroughthe off-to-standbyand
off-to-preferred time delays.
Operation can be affected by faults such as the normal
or emergency contacts failing to open or close when
signaled to do so.
2.3.1Preferred Source Loss and
Return, Programmed Transition
Preferred Source Fails
1. Load control contacts open.
2. Engine start time delay expires.
3. The generator is signaled to start (engine start
contacts close).
4. The generator starts and the standby source
becomes available.
5. Preferred-to-standby time delay expires.
6. Contactor transfers to OFF position.
7. Off-to-standby time delay expires.
8. Contactor transfers to standby source.
Unloaded Exercise
The unloaded exercise sequence is the same as for
standard transition. See Section 2.2.2.
Loaded Exercise Sequence Starts
1. Exerciser timer begins.
2. The engine start contacts close, signaling the
generator set to start.
3. The generator starts and the standby source
becomes available.
4. Preferred-to-standby time delay and pre-transfer
load control sequences run.
5. Load control contacts open.
6. Contactor transfers to OFF position.
7. Off-to-standby time delay expires.
8. Contactor transfers to standby source.
9. Post-transfer load control sequences run.
10. Load control contacts close.
Emergency Source Fails (Normal Source is
available)
9. Post-transfer load control sequences run.
10. Load control contacts close.
Preferred Source Returns
1. Standby-to-preferred and pre-transfer load control
time delays expire.
2. Load control contacts open.
3. Contactor transfers to OFF position.
4. Off-to-preferred time delay expires.
5. Contactor transfers to preferred source.
6. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine
cooldown time delay expire.
7. Load control contacts close.
8. The generator is signaled to stop (engine start
contacts open).
1. Exerciser is deactivated.
2. Immediate failure to acquire standby alarm.
3. Load control contacts open.
4. Contactor transfers to OFF position.
5. Off-to-preferred time delay expires.
6. Contactor transfers to preferred source.
7. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine
cooldown time delay expire.
8. Load control contacts close.
9. Engine start contacts open.
TP-6883 4/2132Section 2 Sequence of Operation
Loaded Exercise Sequence Ends
1. Pre-transfer load control sequences run.
2. Load control contacts open.
3. Contactor transfers to OFF position.
4. Off-to-preferred time delay expires.
5. Contactor transfers to preferred source.
6. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine
cooldown time delay expire.
Emergency Source Fails (Normal Source is
available)
1. Test function is deactivated.
2. Immediate failure to acquire standby alarm.
3. Load control contacts open.
4. Contactor moves to the OFF position.
5. Off-to-preferred time delay expires.
6. Contactor transfers to preferred.
7. Load control contacts close.
8. The engine start contacts open, signaling the
generator to stop.
2.3.3Test Sequence, Programmed
Transition
Unloaded Test Sequence
The unloaded test sequence is the same as for standard
transition. See Section 2.2.3.
Loaded Test Sequence is Initiated
1. The generator is signaled to start (engine start
contacts close).
2. The generator starts and the standby source
becomes available.
3. Pre-transfer load control time delays expire and
load control contacts open.
4. Preferred-to-standby time delay expires.
5. Contactor transfers to the OFF position.
7. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine
cooldown time delay expire.
8. Load control contacts close.
9. Engine start contacts open.
Loaded Test Sequence is Ended
1. Standby-to-preferred time delay and pre-transfer
load control sequences run.
2. Load control contacts open.
3. Contactor moves to the OFF position.
4. Off-to-preferred time delay expires.
5. Contactor transfers to preferred.
6. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine
cooldown time delay expire.
7. Load control contacts close.
8. The engine start contacts open, signaling the
generator to stop.
6. Off-to-standby time delay expires.
7. Contactor transfers to standby.
8. Post-transfer load control time delays expire and
load control contacts close.
TP-6883 4/2133Section 2 Sequence of Operation
2.4Sequence of Operation,
Closed-Transition Models
Closed-transition transfer switches operate with no
interruption of power to the load during transfer when
both sources are available. The controller monitors the
sources for synchronization before initiating transfer.
Sources are paralleled for less than 100 milliseconds
during transfer. (See Section 2.4.5, Extended Transfer
Time Relay.)
Operation can be affected by faults such as the normal
or emergency contacts failing to open or close when
signaled to do so.
within 100 ms, the extended transfer time
relay trips the standby source breaker.
6. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine
cooldown time delay expire.
7. Load control contacts close as programmed
through the Load Add settings.
8. The generator is signaled to stop (engine start
contacts open).
2.4.1Preferred Source Loss and
Return, Closed Transition
Preferred Source Fails
1. Load control contacts open.
2. Engine start time delay runs and expires.
3. The generator is signaled to start (engine start
contacts close).
4. The generator starts and the standby source
becomes available.
5. Preferred-to-standby time delay expires.
6. Preferred source contacts open.
7. Off-to-standby time delay expires.
8. Emergency power contacts close.
9. Post-transfer load control sequences run and load
control contacts close, as programmed through the
Load Add settings.
Preferred Source Returns
1. Standby-to-preferred and pre-transfer load control
time delays expire.
2. Load control contacts open according to the Load
Disconnect time delay settings.
2.4.2Failure to Synchronize
(Programmed-Transition Override)
If the sources do not synchronize before the Fail to Sync
time delay expires, the programmed-transition override
function can initiate a transfer. The override function
transfers to the other source using programmedtransition mode, which causes an interruption in power
to the load during transfer. The contactor stops in the
OFFpositionforaprogrammedperiodoftime,whichis
set by the off-to-preferred or off-to-standby time delay.
Theoverridefunctioncanbesettooperate
automatically or to require manual activation.
D If Automatic programmed-transition override is
selected, a programmed-transition transfer will be
initiated automatically when the Fail to Sync time
delay expires.
D IfManualprogrammed-transitionoverrideis
selected, an operator can initiate a programmedtransition transfer by entering the setup password
and pressing a button after the Fail to Sync time delay
expires. If a manual transfer is not initiated, the
controller continues to monitor the sources and
transfers if synchronization occurs.
SeeSection4.11,SetSystem,tosetthe
programmed-transition override function to automatic or
manual.See Section 4.6, Time Delays, to set the
off-to-preferred and off-to-standby time delays.
Programmed-Transition Override Sequence
3. Check/wait for source synchronization.
Note: If the sources do not synchronize before the
Fail to Sync time delay expires, the
programmed-transition override function
operates. See Section 2.4.2.
4. When sources are synchronized, preferred source
contacts close.
1. Fail to Sync time delay expires.
2. If Automatic programmed-transition override is
enabled, go to step 4.
3. If manual programmed-transition override is
enabled, the Manual Transfer screen opens. The
TP-6883 4/2134Section 2 Sequence of Operation
operator enters the setup password and manually
initiates programmed-transition transfer.
4. Standby source contacts open.
5. Off-to-preferred time delay runs and expires.
6. Preferred source contacts close.
7. Post-transfer load control time delays expire and
load control contacts close.
8. The engine cooldown time delay expires and the
generator set is signaled to stop (engine start
contacts open).
2.4.3Exerciser Operation, Closed
Transition
Unloaded Exercise
The unloaded exercise sequence is the same as for
standard transition. See Section 2.2.2.
Loaded Exercise Sequence Ends
1. Pre-transfer load control sequences run.
2. Load control contacts open.
3. Check/wait for source synchronization.
Note: If the sources do not synchronize before the
Fail to Sync time delay expires, the
programmed-transition override function
operates. See Section 2.4.2.
4. When sources are synchronized, preferred source
contacts close.
The extended transfer time relay is provided on
closed-transition transfer switches.The relay is
provided to prevent paralleling t he standby and utility
sources for longer than the acceptable time if the
closed-transition transfer time exceeds 100 ms.
The relay operation time is adjustable between 100 ms
and 10 seconds. The recommended setting is 1% =
0.1 seconds (100 ms). If it is necessary to set the relay
to a longer time, ensure that the time setting is in
accordance with applicable codes. See the transfer
switch installation manual for instructions to change the
time setting.
The relay activates only if the closed-transition transfer
time exceeds the set time. A Fail to Open Source1 (orSource2) fault message will display on the ATS
controller. Identify and correct the cause of the source
disconnect problem before resetting the fault.
Note: If the standby source contacts do not open
within 100 ms, the extended transfer time
relay trips the standby source breaker.
6. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine
cooldown time delay expire.
7. Load control contacts close as programmed
through the Load Add settings.
8. The generator is signaled to stop (engine start
contacts open).
TP-6714
Figure 2-1Extended Transfer Time Relay
TP-6883 4/2136Section 2 Sequence of Operation
2.5Sequence of Operation,
Service Entrance Models
2.5.2Exerciser Operation,
Service Entrance Models
Service entrance models operate in programmedtransition mode, with a pause in the off position during
transfer. The time in the off position is set through the
off-to-standby and off-to-preferred time delays. If the
OFF time delay is shorter than the time required for the
circuit breaker to open, the transfer time will be
controlled by the circuit breaker operation time.
2.5.1Preferred Source Loss and
Return, Service Entrance Models
Preferred Source Fails
1. Load control contacts open.
2. Engine start time delay expires.
3. The generator is signaled to start (engine start
contacts close).
4. The generator starts and the standby source
becomes available.
5. Preferred-to-standby time delay expires.
6. Source 1 circuit breaker opens.
7. Off-to-standby time delay expires.
8. Source 2 circuit breaker closes.
9. Post-transfer load control time delays expire.
Unloaded Exercise
The unloaded exercise sequence is the same as for
standard transition. See Section 2.2.2.
Loaded Exercise Sequence Starts
1. Exerciser timer begins.
2. The engine start contacts close, signaling the
generator set to start.
3. The generator starts and the standby source
becomes available.
4. Pre-transfer load control time delays expire.
5. Load control contacts open.
6. Preferred-to-standby time delay expires.
7. Source 1 circuit breaker opens.
8. Off-to-standby time delay expires.
9. Source 2 circuit breaker closes.
10. Post-transfer load control time delays expire.
11. Load control contacts close.
Emergency Source Fails (Normal Source is
available)
10. Load control contacts close.
Preferred Source Returns
1. Pre-transfer load control time delays expire.
2. Load control contacts open.
3. Standby-to-preferred time delay expires.
4. Source 2 circuit breaker opens.
5. Off-to-preferred time delay expires.
6. Source 1 circuit breaker closes.
7. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine
cooldown time delay expire.
8. Load control contacts close.
9. The generator is signaled to stop (engine start
contacts open).
TP-6883 4/2137Section 2 Sequence of Operation
1. Immediate failure to acquire standby alarm.
2. Exerciser is deactivated.
3. Load control contacts open.
4. Source 2 circuit breaker opens.
5. Off-to-preferred time delay expires.
6. Source 1 circuit breaker closes.
7. Post-transfer load control time delays expire and
load control contacts close.
8. Engine cooldown time delay expires and engine
start contacts open.
Loaded Exercise Sequence Ends
1. Pre-transfer load control sequences run.
2. Load control contacts open.
3. Source 2 circuit breaker opens.
4. Off-to-preferred time delay expires.
5. Source 1 circuit breaker closes.
6. Post-transfer load control time delays expire and
load control contacts close.
Emergency Source Fails (Normal Source is
available)
1. Test function is deactivated.
2. Immediate failure to acquire standby alarm.
3. Load control contacts open.
4. Source 2 circuit breaker opens.
5. Off-to-preferred time delay expires.
6. Source 1 circuit breaker closes.
7. Engine cooldown time delay expires.
8. The engine start contacts open, signaling the
generator to stop.
2.5.3Test Sequence,
Service Entrance Models
Unloaded Test Sequence
The unloaded test sequence is the same as for standard
transition. See Section 2.2.3.
Loaded Test Sequence is Initiated (Loaded)
1. The engine start contacts close, signaling the
generator set to start.
2. The generator starts and the standby source
becomes available.
3. Pre-transfer load control time delays expire and
load control contacts open.
4. Preferred-to-standby time delay expires.
5. Source 1 circuit breaker opens.
7. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine
cooldown time delay expire.
8. Load control contacts close.
9. Engine start contacts open.
Loaded Test Sequence is Ended
1. Standby-to-preferred time delay and pre-transfer
load control sequences run.
2. Load control contacts open.
3. Source 2 circuit breaker opens.
4. Off-to-preferred time delay expires.
5. Source 1 circuit breaker closes.
6. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine
cooldown time delay expire.
7. Load control contacts close.
8. The engine start contacts open, signaling the
generator to stop.
6. Off-to-standby time delay expires.
7. Source 2 circuit breaker closes.
8. Post-transfer load control time delays expire and
load control contacts close.
TP-6883 4/2138Section 2 Sequence of Operation
Section 3 View Screens
3.1Introduction
This section illustrates the view screens. Use the view
screens to check system settings, event history, and
maintenance records.No password is required to
navigate through the view screens.
Fordetailedinstructionsforusingthe
password-protected setup and test screens, see
Section 4.
Some parameters will appear only under certain
conditions. For example:
D The Daylight Saving Time settings are displayed only
if DST is enabled.
D Phaserotationandin-phasemonitoringare
displayed only for three-phase systems.
D Some parameters and time delays appear only for
programmed-transition models.
3.2Main Screen
The main screen appears at system startup.See
Figure 3 -1.
3.3View Screens
From the main screen, press the View button to step to
the first view screen, View Event History.
In the View screens, press the down arrow
step to the next view screen. Press the right arrow (
button to view details.
System Ready
LD Exer ##/## @ ##:##
Norm ###V Emer ###V
BViewSetTest
View
Event History
Main Screen. Press
theViewbuttontostep
to the first View screen.
Press the down arrow
button (
the next screen.
BY"Main
View
Maintenance Records
BY"Main
View
Exerciser Setup
BY"Main
Source2TimeDelays
BY"Main
(B)buttonto
")
B)tomoveto
View
Press the View button to navigate to the View screens
shown in the following sections.
The display returns to the main screen after 10 minutes
of no activity (no buttons pressed). See Section 1.6 for
instructions to view system status from the main screen.
System Ready
LD Exer 12/14 @ 16:00
Norm 480V Emer 480V
BViewSetTest
6446
Figure 3-1Main Screen
View
Prime Power Setup
BY"Main
View
System Setup
BY"Main
View
Source Setup
BY"Main
View
Source1 Time Delays
BY"Main
View
Inputs/Outputs
BY"Main
View
Common Alarm
BY"Main
View
Communications Setup
BY"Main
View
Control Parameters
BY"Main
TP-6883 4/2139Section 3 View Screens
3.4View Event History
The Event History screens show recent transfer switch
events.Examples of events recorded in the event
history are shown in Figure 3-2. Events are time- and
date-stamped.Check the event history for recent
transfer switch operation, faults, or changes to settings.
The event history is especially useful for transfer switch
troubleshooting.
View
Event History
BY "Main
Press the right arrow
")buttontoview
(
events in the event
history log.
Event Descriptions
EndTimeDelayBtn
Tes t B t n
Exercise Btn
Lamp Test
Service Req’d Reset
Maint DIP Switch
Pwd DIP Switch
Manual Option Switch
New Module
Contactor in Off
Contactor in Src N
Contactor in Src E
Low Battery
Exerciser Active
Fail to Acquire Pref
Fail to Acquire Stby
Fail to Sync
Fail to Transfer
I/O Module Lost Comm
Aux Switch Fault
Aux Switch Open
Rem End Time Delay
Forced Trans to Off
Peak Shave Mode
Inhibit Transfer
Remote Test
Low Battery Voltage
Remote Common Alarm
Event Description
ON / OFF MM/DD/YY HH:MM
Additional Info
BBack
Press the down arrow
(B)buttontosteptothe
next event in the log.
Bypass Contactor Dis
3 Src System Disable
Over Frequency
Under Frequency
Phase Loss
Phase Rotation Error
Over Voltage L1- L2
Over Voltage L2- L3
Over Voltage L3- L1
Under Voltage L1- L2
Under Voltage L2- L3
Under Voltage L3- L1
Voltage Imbalance
Save History To File
Auto Loaded Test End
Test Loaded Changed
Pref Source Changed
Reload Dflt Params
MODBUS Peak Shave
MODBUS Forced to OFF
MODBUS System Test
Battery Control Out
USB Connected
USB Disconnected
Minimum Values
Maximum Values
Breaker Trip
Standard Transition,
Programmed Transition,
or Closed Transition
No,
MCCB, or
ICCB
Position: Off or
Position: SRC/E
(Emergency)
System Setup
Standard Transition
Util-Gen Operation
BYBack
System Setup
Service Entrance
MCCB
BYBack
System Setup
Service Disconnect
Position: Off
BYBack
System Setup
In Phase Disabled
Commit Transfer
BYBack
System Setup
2 I/O Mods Installed
BYBack
System Setup
Rated Current
225 Amps
BYBack
System Setup
3SrcEngStartMode
Mode 1/Mode 2
BYBack
System Setup
Remote Test Loading
Loaded/Unloaded
BYBack
System Setup
Peak Shave TD Bypass
Enabled/Disabled
BYBack
TP-6883 4/2141Section 3 View Screens
3.9View Source Setup
View
Source Setup
BY "Main
3-phase only
View Source Setup
ABC Rotation
BYBack
View Source Setup
Norm 120V Emer 120V
60 Hz60 Hz
BYBack
View Source Setup
Normal Under Voltage
PU 90% DO 90%
BY"Back
View Source Setup
Normal Under Freq
PU 90% DO 99%
BY"Back
View Source Setup
Norm Volt Unbalance
Enable
BY"Back
View Source Setup
Emer Under Voltage
PU 90% DO 90%
BY"Back
View Source Setup
Normal Over Voltage
PU 95% DO 115%
"Back
View Source Setup
Normal Over Freq
PU 110% DO 101%
"Back
View Source Setup
Normal Volt Unbalance
PU 10% DO 20%
Back
View Source Setup
Emer Over Voltage
PU 95% DO 115%
"Back
View Source Setup
Debounce 0.5S
Back
View Source Setup
Debounce 3.0S
Back
View Source Setup
Debounce 0.5S
Back
3-phase only
View Source Setup
Emer Under Freq
PU 90% DO 99%
BY"Back
View Source Setup
Emer Volt Unbalance
Enable
BY"Back
Continuedonnextpage
View Source Setup
Emer Over Freq
PU 110% DO 101%
"Back
View Source Setup
Emer Volt Unbalance
PU 10% DO 20%
Back
View Source Setup
Debounce 3.0S
Back
TP-6883 4/2142 Section 3 View Screens
View Source Setup, Continued
Continued from previous page
Standard Transition Only
Closed Transition Only
View Source Setup
In Phase Monitor
BY"Back
View Source Setup
In Phase Xfer Fail
BY"Back
View Source Setup
Synchronization
Voltage Differential
BY"Back
View Source Setup
Synchronization
Freq Differential
BY"Back
View Source Setup
Synchronization
Angle Differential
BY"Back
View Source Setup
In Phase Monitor
Enabled/Disabled
"Back
View Source Setup
In Phase Xfer Fail
Enabled/Disabled
"Back
View Source Setup
Voltage Differential
## Percent
Back
View Source Setup
Freq Differential
0.# Hz
Back
View Source Setup
Angle Differential
XX Degrees
Back
View Source Setup
In Phase Monitor
Angle XX Degrees
Back
View Source Setup
in Phase Xfer Fail
##:##
Back
View Source Setup
Fail to Sync
BY"Back
View Source Setup
Fail to Sync
Enabled/Disabled
"Back
View Source Setup
Fail to Sync
##:##
Back
TP-6883 4/2143Section 3 View Screens
3.10View Time Delays, Source 1
View
Source1TimeDelays
BY"Main
View S1 Time Delays
Engine Start
##:##
BYBack
View S1 Time Delays
Engine Cooldown
##:##
BYBack
View S1 Time Delays
Xfr Pref > Stby
##:##
BYBack
View S1 Time Delays
Xfr Off > Stby
##:##
BYBack
View S1 Time Delays
Fail to Acquire Pref
##:##
BYBack
Load Control Mode
None/Time/Current
Loads to Control: #
BYBack
Time-Based Control
Load ## Disc N > E
##:##
Time-based
View S1 Time Delays
Time-Based Control
load control.
BY"Back
BY"Back
See current-based load control screens in the following figure.
Time-Based Control
Load ## Reconn E>N
BYBack
##:##
TP-6883 4/2144 Section 3 View Screens
View Time Delays, Source 1, Continued
Current-based load control screens, continued from Source 1 time delay screens.
View S1 Time Delays
Current-Based Contrl
LoadDisc N>E
BY"Back
View S1 Time Delays
Current-Based Contrl
Load Control Source1
BY"Back
Current-Based Contrl
Amps Lvl Remove Srce1
Amps: ####
BY"Back
Current-Based Contrl
Amps Lvl Add Source1
Amps: ####
BY"Back
Current-Based Contrl
Load ## Disc N>E
##:##
BYBack
Current-Based Contrl
Load Ctrl # Source1
Enabled/Disabled
BY"Back
Current-Based Contrl
Load # Add Source1
##:##
BY"Back
B
Current-Based Contrl
Load # Add Source1
Priority: #
BY"Back
B
Current-Based Contrl
Load # Remove Source1
BY"Back
####
B
Current-Based Contrl
Load # Remove Source1
Priority: #
BYBack
TP-6883 4/2145Section 3 View Screens
3.11View Time Delays, Source 2
View
Source2TimeDelays
BY"Main
View S2 Time Delays
Engine Start
##:##
BYBack
View S2 Time Delays
Engine Cooldown
##:##
BYBack
View S2 Time Delays
Xfr Stby > Pref
##:##
BYBack
View S2 Time Delays
Xfr Off > Pref
##:##
BYBack
View S2 Time Delays
Fail to Acquire Stby
##:##
BYBack
Load Control Mode
None/Time/Current
Loads to Control: #
BYBack
Time-Based Control
Load ## Disc E > N
##:##
BY"Back
Time-based load
control only.
View S2 Time Delays
Time-Based Control
BY"Back
See current-based load control screens in the following figure.
Time-Based Control
Load ## Reconn N>E
##:##
BYBack
TP-6883 4/2146 Section 3 View Screens
View Time Delays, Source 2, Continued
Current-based load control screens, continued from Source 2 time delay screens.
View S2 Time Delays
Current-Based Contrl
LoadDisc E>N
BY"Back
View S2 Time Delays
Current-Based Contrl
Load Control Source2
BY"Back
Current-Based Contrl
Amps Lvl Remove Srce2
Amps: ####
BY"Back
Current-Based Contrl
Amps Lvl Add Source2
Amps: ####
BY"Back
Current-Based Contrl
Load ## Disc E>N
##:##
BYBack
Current-Based Contrl
Load Ctrl # Source2
Enabled/Disabled
BY"Back
Current-Based Contrl
Load # Add Source2
##:##
BY"Back
B
Current-Based Contrl
Load # Add Source2
Priority: #
BY"Back
B
Current-Based Contrl
Load # Remove Source2
BY"Back
####
B
Current-Based Contrl
Load # Remove Source2
Priority: #
BYBack
TP-6883 4/2147Section 3 View Screens
3.12View Inputs/Outputs
View
Inputs/Outputs
BY"Main
BY"Back
BY"Back
View
Main Board I/O
View
Auxiliary I/O
See Section 4.9 for input and output function descriptions.
3.13View Common Alarms
View
Common Alarm
BY "Main
View Common Alarms
Alarms Group #
BY "Main
Main Board I/O
Input ##
Function Description
BYBack
Main Board I/O
Output ##
Function Description
BYBack
Module #1
Type ### Addr 1
Status: OK
BY "Back
View Common Alarms
Alarm Description
Audible:N Common:Y
BYBack
Module #1
Input ##
Function Description
BYBack
Module #1
Output ##
Function Description
BYBack
TP-6883 4/2148 Section 3 View Screens
3.14View Communications Setup
3.15View Control Parameters
EthernetcommunicationrequirestheEthernet
communication accessory board.
View
Communications Setup
BY "Main
Baud Rates:
9600
19200
57600
View Comm Setup
MODBUS Server TCP
Enabled/Disabled
BYBack
View Comm Setup
MODBUS Server Port 0
Enabled/Disabled
BYBack
View Comm Setup
MODBUS Addr Port 0
###
BYBack
View Comm Setup
Baud Rate Port 0
#####
BYBack
View Comm Setup
MODBUS TCP Unit ID
######
BYBack
View Comm Setup
IP Address
###.###.###.###
BYBack
View Comm Setup
Subnet Mask
###.###.###.###
BYBack
View Comm Setup
MAC Address
##-##-##-##-##-##
BYBack
View Comm Setup
Default Gateway
##-##-##-##-##-##
BYBack
View Comm Setup
DHCP Status
Enabled/Disabled
BYBack
The site designation, load description,branch
description, and location are designed to identify the
transfer switch. Use a personal computer and Kohlerr
SiteTecht software to enter descriptions that uniquely
identify the transfer switch. In SiteTech, these items
appear under ATS Information.
Kohler SiteTech software is available to Kohler
authorized distributors and dealers.
View
Control Parameters
BY "Main
Control Parameters
Application Ver:
BYBack
Control Parameters
ATS Serial Number:
#######
BYBack
Control Parameters
Controller Ser. #:
#######
BYBack
Control Parameters
Contactor Serial #:
#######
BYBack
Control Parameters
Site Designation:
NOT SET
BYBack
Control Parameters
Load Description:
NOT SET
BYBack
Control Parameters
Branch Description:
NOT SET
BYBack
Control Parameters
Location:
NOT SET
BYBack
Note: Serial numbers are factory-set. Use
SiteTecht soft ware to set the other
parameters to identify the transfer switch.
TP-6883 4/2149Section 3 View Screens
Notes
TP-6883 4/2150 Section 3 View Screens
Section 4 Setup
4.1Introduction
TheDecison-MakerrMPAC 1500controlleris
factory-set for your transfer switch model.Some
settings may need to be changed at installation or during
service. This section lists factory default settings and
includes instructions to change parameter settings
using the setup menus.
Use the Setup menus to change the controller time
delays, pickup and dropout settings, inputs, outputs,
and options, if necessary.
Settings can also be assigned using a personal
computer with Kohlerr SiteTecht software or over
Modbus. SiteTecht software is available to authorized
Kohler distributors. See TP-6701, SiteTech Software
Operation Manual, for instructions to change settings
using SiteTech software.See TP-6113, Modbus
Protocol Manual, for Modbus register maps.
System Ready
LD Exer ##/## @ ##:##
Norm ###V Emer ###V
BViewSetTest
Press the Set button in the main menu to enter the Setup menus.
The setup password is required.
4.2Setup Menus
From the main operation window, press the Set button to
enter the setup menus.
The setup password is required. The default password
is 0000. Changing the password is recommended. See
Section 4.14 for instructions to change the password.
After entering the password, use the black arrow keys to
step through the setup menus as shown in Figure 4-1.
Timeout. After 10 minutes of no activity (no buttons
pressed) the controller exits the setup mode and returns
to the main menu.
The following sections discuss the setup menus in the
order of appearance on the controller.
Enter Password
Time to Enter #:##
>?
???<
Set Time/Date
BY "Main
Set Exerciser
BY "Main
Set Prime Power Run
BY "Main
SetS1TimeDelays
BY "Main
Password D isabled
OK
Press t he down arrow
Press the right arrow
Appears if the password disable
DIP switch is set (disable for
service only). Press the OK
OK
B button to step to the next menu.
" button to enter the detailed setup menu.
<
Set Sources
BY "Main
Set Inputs/Outputs
BY "Main
Set Common Alarms
BY "Main
button to proceed.
<
Set Communications
BY "Main
Set Passwords
BY "Main
Calibration
BY "Main
SetS2TimeDelays
BY "Main
Press the down arrow B button.Press the down arrow B button.
Set System
BY "Main
Reset Data
BY "Main
Figure 4-1Main Setup Menus
TP-6883 4/2151Section 4 Setup
4.3Time/Date
Note: Set the current time and date after transfer switch
installation or after an extended period of no
power.
Set the current time and date. The time and date are
used by the exercise function and event history
functions.
The Time/Date setup menu includes the option to
enable automatic Daylight Saving Time and set the start
andstopdate. SeeFigure4-2.
Set Time/Date
BY "Main
Set Time
BY "Back
Set Date
BY "Back
Set Automatic
Daylight Saving Time
BY "Back
Example:
2nd Sun of Mar
Figure 4-2Setting the Time and Date
Set Time ?
BackSave
Set Date ??/??/??
BackSave
Clock Ahead 1 Hour
### DDD of MMM
BackNextBackNext
?:??
ClockBack1Hour
### DDD of MMM
Enable Daylight Saving
Time
YES/NO
BackSave
<
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4.4Exerciser
4.4.2Source/Source Mode
The exerciser uses a calendar-based scheduling
system. Up to 21 different exercise events can be
scheduled, each with different settings.Exerciser
settings include the start date, start time, run duration,
type (loaded or unloaded), interval, and repeat rate.
An exercise event can be temporarily disabled to
prevent its execution and then re- enabled later using
the enable/disable setting.
In the Util-Gen mode, the exercise function occurs on
the standby source. In Gen-Gen mode, the standby
source generator set is exercised.
In a three-source system, there are two generators on
the standby transfer switch. The exercise function is
programmed and controlled by the standby transfer
switch. For a loaded exercise, the standby transfer
switch schedule is synchronized with the preferred
transfer switch and the standby exercise occurs within
The next scheduled exercise time and date are
indicated on the main menu. (See Figure 1-7.)
the preferred transfer switch exercise period.This
allows either generator set to run under the load
designated by the utility exercise periods.
4.4.1Setting the Exerciser
SeeFigure4-3andFigure4-4.
Exerciser ParameterDescription
Event NumberEach scheduled exercise is called an event. Up to 21 different exercise events can be set, each with different
Enable/DisableEnable the event to allow it to run as scheduled. Disable an event to prevent it from running. The event remains
Loaded/UnloadedA loaded exercise starts the generator set and transfers the electrical load from the normal source to the
settings for the parameters shown in this table.
on the calendar so that it can be enabled again at a later time. This allows you to temporarily prevent a
scheduled exercise event from running, and then enable it again later without having to re-enter all the settings.
standby generator set. An unloaded exercise will start and run the generator set without transferring the load.
IntervalDaily, weekly, monthly, or day/month. This setting works with the repeat rate to set the time interval between
Repeat RateThe repeat rate works with the interval to set the time interval between exercise runs. For example, if Day is
DurationEnter the exercise run duration in hours:minutes. For example, a run time of 00:30 will run the generator set for
Start DateEnter the date, month/date/year, of the first exercise event. Subsequent events will be scheduled based on the
Start TimeEnter the desired start time of the exercise run in hours:minutes. The time settings range from 00:00 to 23:59,
exercise runs.
The day/month selection allows you to set the exerciser to run on the same day every month. For example, the
exerciser can be set to run the first Sunday of every month. Use caution with the day/month selection. For
example, selecting day/month on the 5th Friday of the month will cause the exerciser to run only during months
that have five Fridays.
selected as the interval, and 5 is selected as the repeat rate, then the exercise will repeat every 5 days. Select
a number between 1 and 12.
30 minutes. The maximum run time is 24 hours.
interval and repeat rate.
with 00:00=midnight.
Figure 4-3Exerciser Settings
TP-6883 4/2153Section 4 Setup
Set Exerciser
BY "Main
Exerciser Event ##
BY "Back
Exercise Event ##
Enable/Disable
BackNext
Exerciser Event ##
Loaded/Unloaded
BackNext
Exerciser Event ##
Interval Weekly
BackNext
Weekly
Monthly
Day/Month
Daily
Exerciser Event ##
Repeat Rate 01
BackNext
Figure 4-4Setting the Exerciser
1- 12
Exerciser Event ##
Duration H
BackNext
R:MM
Exerciser Event ##
Start Date M
BackNext
Exerciser Event ##
Start Time H
BackSave
O/DD/YR
R:MM
TP-6883 4/2154 Section 4 Setup
4.5Prime Power Run
The transfer switch can be used between two prime
power sources (two generator sets). The prime power
run feature allows the controller to sequence the usage
of each generator set to equalize the run times. Prime
power mode is not available for service entrance
models.
Note: Follow the generator set requirements for prime
power operation and maintenance.Not all
generator sets are approved for prime power
applications;checkthegeneratorset
documentation.
An external battery module is recommended for this
type of application. See Section 7.2.2.
4.5.1Prime Power Mode Setup
D In the Set System menu, set the source type to
Gen-Gen. See Section 4.11, Set System.
D Connect the engine start leads of the source 2
generator set to the ATS engine start leads. See the
ATS Operation/Installation Manual for the engine
start connection terminals.
generatorsetrundurationtimesin
days:hours:minutes (i.e. how long each generator set
runs before transfer to the other generator set). See
Figure 4-5.
D In the Prime Power Event menu, use the up arrow
button to switch between Start and Stop. Select Start
and then press Save to save the duration settings and
start the prime power sequence.
4.5.2Prime Power Mode Operation
During a prime power run sequence, the main menu
displays a countdown of the run time remaining for the
generator set that is currently running.
The transition type selected in the Set System menu
determines the type of transfer between the two prime
power sources.For example, on closed-transition
model transfer switches, the transfer between sources
will be closed, resulting in no power interruption to the
load during transfer.Other transition types use a
break-before-make transfer that can cause a brief
interruption of power to the load.
Note: Only Model KCC and KBC transfer switches can
operate in closed-transition mode.
D Connect the engine start leads of the source 1
generator set to output 1. Connect to a different
output on the main logic board or accessory I/O
module if output 1 is not available. Assign the Source
N Start Signal function to the output connected to the
source 1 generator set engine start leads.See
Section 4.9, Programmable Inputs and Outputs.
D Check the overfrequency and underfrequency pick
up and drop out settings for both sources, and adjust if
necessary.
D Set the normal source engine start and engine
cooldown time delay settings.
D Navigate to the Set Prime Power Run menu. Enable
the prime power event and program the S1 and S2
Set Prime Power Run
BY "Main
Prime Power Event
Enable/Disable
BackNext
During a prime power sequence, the preferred source
selection alternates so that the generator set operating
at the time is designated as the preferred source.
Press the end button to start the other generator set and
transfer the load. The generator set run time may be
ended by pushing the end time delay button. This will
start the alternate source, transfer the source, and run
on the alternate source for the programmed period of
time. The first generator set will run for the programmed
engine cooldown time and then be signaled to stop.
To stop the prime power run sequence, enter the Set
menus (password required), navigate to the Set Prime
Power Run menu, Prime Power Event Sequence
Start/Stop. Use the up arrow button if necessary to
switch to Stop, and press Save.
Duration at Source1
??:??:?? DD:HH:MM
BackNext
Duration at Source2
??:??:?? DD:HH:MM
BackNext
Prime Power Event
Sequence: Start/Stop
BackSave
Figure 4-5Set Prime Power Run Menu
TP-6883 4/2155Section 4 Setup
4.6Time Delays
4.6.1Time Delays
The factory settings and adjustment ranges for the time
delays are shown in Figure 4-6.
The engine start time delay and transfer time delays can
prevent nuisance transfers caused by brief voltage dips
or surges. The engine cooldown time delay holds the
engine start contacts closed for a designated time after
transfer to allow the generator set to run without load
before shutting down.
transfers. The pre-transfer signals are active only when
both sources are available. The pre-transfer signals
overlap the transfer time delays (Xfr N>E and E>N).
The longer delay determines the time delay before
transfer. Uptonineloadscanbecontrolledwith
independent timing sequences for pre- and post-
transfer delays in either direction of transfer.
Current-basedloadcontrolisalsoavailable.
Current-based load control uses the Load Disconnect,
Load Add Source1/Source2, and Load Remove
Source1/Source2 time delays. See Section 4.7.2 for
more information about the time delays used for
current-based load control.
4.6.2Load Control Time Delays
Proceed to Section 4.7, Load Control, for more
information.
The pre/post-transfer load control time delays allow
loads to be sequenced on and off prior to and following
Time Delay DescriptionDescription/NoteDefault TimeAdjustment Range
Engine Start, Source S2Source S2 - Util/Gen and Gen/Gen modes
Engine Start, Source S1Source S1 - Use for Gen/Gen mode
Engine Cooldown, Source S2Source S2 - Util/Gen and Gen/Gen modes
Xfr Off>StbyTime in the OFF position (Preferred to Standby for
Xfr OFF>PrefTime in the OFF position (Standby to Preferred for
Fail to Acquire PrefIf the preferred source does not reach acceptable
Fail to Acquire StbyIf the standby source does not reach acceptable
Fail to Synch (found in the Set
Sources menu)
In-Phase Xfr Fail (found in the
Set Sources menu)
Load # Disc N>EDisconnect load before-transfer to s tandby source.
Load # Rec N>EReconnect load after-transfer to standby source. Used
Load # Disc E>NDisconnect load before-transfer to preferred source.
Load # Rec E>NReconnect load after-transfer to preferred source.
Load # Add Source1/Source2For current-based load control. See Section 4.7.2.
Load # Remove Srce1/Srce2For current-based load control. See Section 4.7.2.
* The optional external battery module allows extended engine start time delays from 0- 60 min.
programmed transition models only)
programmed transition models only)
voltage and stabilize within the allowed time, the Fail to
Acquire Preferred Source fault is activated.
voltage and stabilize within the allowed time, the Fail to
Acquire Standby Source fault is activated.
For closed-transition models only. Operates when two
sources are available. If the sources do not
synchronize before the Fail to Sync time delay expires,
the programmed- transition override function operates.
See Section 4.11.
For in-phase monitoring: the time allowed for the two
sources to come into synchronization within specified
phase angle before a Fail to Sync fault is activated.
See Section 4.8.
Used for time-based and current-based load control.
See Section 4.7.
for time-based load control. See Section 4.7.
Used for time-based and current-based load control.
See Section 4.7.
Used for time-based load control. See Section 4.7.
3sec
3sec
5sec
2sec
3sec
15 min
1sec1 sec. - 60 min
1sec1 sec. - 60 min
1min
1min
1min10 seconds - 15 min
30 sec
0sec
0sec
0sec
0sec
0sec0- 60 min
0- 6 sec*
0- 60 min
0- 60 min
0- 60 min
Figure 4-6Time Delay Settings
TP-6883 4/2156 Section 4 Setup
4.6.3Set S1 Time Delays
Set S1 Time Delays
BY"Main
Programmed-transition
models only
SetS1TimeDelays
Engine Start
BY "Back
SetS1TimeDelays
Eng Cooldown
BY "Back
SetS1TimeDelays
Xfr Pref>Stby
BY "Back
SetS1TimeDelays
Xfr Off>Stby
BY "Back
SetS1TimeDelays
Fail to Acquire Pref
BY "Back
External Battery
Yes /No
Back"Save
Eng Cooldown
?
?:??
BackSave
Xfr Pref>Stby
?
?:??
BackSave
Xfr Off>Stby
?
?:??
BackSave
Fail to Acquire Pref
Enable/Disable
Back"Save
Engine Start
?? : ??
BackSave
Fail to Acquire Pref
?
?:??
BackSave
Load Control Mode
Mode
Loads to Control: #
BY "Back
Set S1 Time Delays
Time-based load
Time-Based Control
control only
BY "Back
See the next page for currentbased load control menus for S1.
SetS1TimeDelays
Load Control Mode
None/Time/Current
Back"Save
Time-Based Control
Load Control #?
BY "Back
SetS1TimeDelays
Loads to Control:?
BackSave
Load #? Disc N>E
??:??
BackNext
B
Load #? Rec E>N
?
?:??
BackSave
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Current-Based Load Control M enus Continued from Previous Page:
SetS1TimeDelays
Current-Based Control
Load Disc N>E
BY "Back
Current-Based Control
Load Control Source1
BY "Back
SetS1TimeDelays
Current-Based Control
Load #? Disc N>E
BY "Back
Current-Based Control
Source1LoadCtrl#
BY "Back
Load #? Disc N>E
??:??
BackSave
Load #? Add Source1
??:??
BackNext
B
Current-Based Control
Load #? Add Source1
Priority : ?
BackNext
B
Load #? Remove Src1
??:??
BackNext
B
Current-Based Control
Load #? Remove Src1
Priority : ?
B
Current-Based Control
Set Hi Current Level
Load Remove Source1
BY "Back
Current-Based Control
Set Lo Current Level
Load Add Source1
BY "Back
BackNext
B
Current-Based Control
Source1 Load Cntrl#?
Enable/Disable
BackSave
Set Hi Current Level
Amps: ????
BackSave
Set Lo Current Level
Amps: ????
BackSave
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4.6.4Set S2 Time Delays
Set S2 Time Delays
BY"Main
Programmed-transition
models only
SetS2TimeDelays
Engine Start
BY "Back
SetS2TimeDelays
Eng Cooldown
BY "Back
SetS2TimeDelays
Xfr Stby>Pref
BY "Back
SetS2TimeDelays
Xfr Off>Pref
BY "Back
SetS2TimeDelays
Fail to Acquire Stby
BY "Back
External Battery
Yes /No
Back"Save
Eng Cooldown
?
?:??
BackSave
Xfr Stby>Pref
?
?:??
BackSave
Xfr Off>Pref
?
?:??
BackSave
Fail to Acquire Stby
Enable/Disable
Back"Save
Engine Start
?? : ??
BackSave
Fail to Acquire Stby
?
?:??
BackSave
Load Control Mode
Mode
Loads to Control: #
BY "Back
SetS2TimeDelays
Time-based load
Time-Based Control
control only
BY "Back
See the next page for currentbased load control menus for S2.
SetS2TimeDelays
Load Control Mode
None/Time/Current
Back"Save
Time-Based Control
Load Control #?
BY "Back
SetS2TimeDelays
Loads to Control:?
BackSave
Load #? Disc E>N
??:??
BackNext
B
Load #? Rec N>E
?
?:??
BackSave
TP-6883 4/2159Section 4 Setup
Current-Based Load Control M enus Continued from Previous Page:
SetS2TimeDelays
Current-Based Control
Load Disc E>N
BY "Back
Current-Based Control
Load Control Source2
BY "Back
SetS2TimeDelays
Current-Based Control
Load #? Disc E>N
BY "Back
Current-Based Control
Source2 Load Ctrl #
BY "Back
Load #? Disc E>N
??:??
BackSave
Load #? Add Source2
??:??
BackNext
B
Current-Based Control
Load #? Add Source2
Priority : ?
BackNext
B
Load #? Remove Src2
??:??
BackNext
B
Current-Based Control
Load #? Remove Src2
Priority : ?
B
Current-Based Control
Set Hi Current Level
Load Remove Source2
BY "Back
Current-Based Control
Set Lo Current Level
Load Add Source2
BY "Back
BackNext
B
Current-Based Control
Source2 Load Cntrl#?
Enable/Disable
BackSave
Set Hi Current Level
Amps: ????
BackSave
Set Lo Current Level
Amps: ????
BackSave
TP-6883 4/2160 Section 4 Setup
4.7Load Control
The controller allows control of up to 9 separate loads.
Two load control modes allow selected loads to be
disconnected and reconnected to the source:
Note: The load control setup parameters are found in
the Set S1 Time Delays and Set S2 Time Delays
menus. See Section 4.6.3 and Section 4.6.4 for
thetimedelaymenus.
D Time-based load control adds and removes loads
according to a timed sequence before and after
transfer.
D Current-based load control adds or removes loads
according to the current measured through the
transfer switch. This mode allows load control based
on power usage.
The load control function is not activated if the controller
detects no available source. The pre-transfer signals
are active only when both sources are available; for
example, during loaded test, loaded exercise, or
programmed transfers for peak shave operation when
the transfer is controlled.
Note that the load control can be set up to operate during
transfer to Source1 and/or Source2. Your application
may require load control during transfer to one source
(e.g. a generator set) but not the other source (e.g. the
utility).
Twotypes of load control are available: time-based load
control and current-based load control.
4.7.1Time-Based Load Control
The time-based load control function allows selected
loads to be disconnected from the source before
transfer and reconnected to the source after transfer at
different time intervals. The loads can be connected and
disconnected at different times for each source. The
pre-transfer signals are active only when both sources
are available.
When the load control function is activated, the contacts
open a programmed length of time before transfer to
allow controlled disconnection of selected loads. After
transfer, the contacts remain open for a programmed
length of time and then close to allow controlled
application of selected loads. For example, large motor
loads such as an air conditioner can be delayed to start
after other essential loads have been transferred.
The pre-transfer signals overlap the preferred-to-
standby and the standby-to-preferred time delays. See
Figure 4-7. If any of the pre -transfer load disconnect
time delays are longer than the transfer time delay, the
longest delay will control the time delay before transfer.
Example 1: The transfer time delay is longer than the load control pre-transfer time delays.
Time, in
01:002:003:00
1:00
minutes
Transfer
Time Delay
Load 2
Disconnect
Load 1
Disconnect
Transfer
Load 1
Reconnect
Example 2: One or more load control pre-transfer time delays are longer than the transfer time delay.
Time, in
01:002:003:00
1:00
minutes
Load 2
Disconnect
Transfer
Time Delay
Load 1
Disconnect
Transfer
Load 1
Reconnect
Figure 4-7Time-Based Load Control and Transfer Time Delays
2:00
Load 2
Reconnect
2:00
Load 2
Reconnect
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TP-6883 4/2161Section 4 Setup
Time-Based Load Control Setup
The Load # Disc N>E pre-transfer time delay
disconnects loads a programmed time before transfer
from Normal to Emergency. The pre-transfer delays
operate during loaded test, loaded exercise, or
programmed transfers for peak shave operation when
the transfer is controlled.
The Load # Reconn E>N post-transfer time delay
reconnects loads a programmed time after transfer to
Normal. The post-transfer time delay allows delayed or
staggered addition of selected loads to avoid starting
numerous large motors or other large loads at the same
time. Staggering the loads can minimize voltage dips as
large loads come online.
4. In the Set S1 Time Delays menu, select Time as the
load control mode.
5. Enter the number of loads to control, which is equal
to the number of loads connected to outputs in
step 1.
6. Use the Set S1 Time Delays menu to set the
following associated time delays.
a. Load # Disc N>E: Enter the pre-transfer time
delay in Minutes: seconds, up to 60 minutes.
b. Load # Reconn E>N: Enter the post-transfer
time delay in Minutes: seconds, up to
60 minutes.
The Loads to Add setting is the number of loads that
have been connected to load control outputs for
pre-transfer disconnect and delayed reconnect. Up to 9
separate loads can be connected.
Setting up the load control function requires the
following steps:
1. Connect each selected load to an output terminal
on the main logic board or one of the input/output
modules. The high power module accessory is
available for high voltage or high current loads.
2. Use the Set Inputs/Outputs menu to assign the
connected output to one of the load control outputs
1- 9. See Section 4.9.
3. Navigate to the Set S1 Time Delays or Set S2 Time
Delays menu. See Section 4.6.3 and Section 4.6.4
for the time delay menus.
Note: Save the setting after each step and then
use the Back and arrow buttons to navigate
to the next setting as needed.
c. Loads to Add: Enter the number of loads that
have been connected to load control outputs,
from 1 to 9.
7. If time -based load control is r equired for source 2,
go to the Set S2 Time Delays menu and repeat
steps 3 through 6 for source 2.
TP-6883 4/2162 Section 4 Setup
4.7.2Current-Based Load Control
Current-based load control allows the addition and
removal of loads based on the measured current
through the transfer switch. This feature requires an
optionalcurrentsensingkit,whichincludes
appropriately rated current transformers (CTs) and
wiring designed for your transfer switch.See
Section 7.4, Current Sensing.
Current-based load control can be enabled for one or
both sources. The feature incorporates high and low
current setpoints for either source in amps. The user
can designate up to 9 outputs for current-based or
time-based load control.
Non-critical loads can be removed during periods of
high power usage. When the current exceeds a high
current limit, loads are removed in sequence according
to their priority settings until the current falls below the
high current limit. If the current level drops below the low
current limit, loads are added in order of their priority.
4. Enter the number of loads to control, which is equal
to the number of loads connected to outputs in
step 1.
5. Navigate to the Current-Based Control menu
under Set S1 Time Delays or Set S2 Time Delays to
set the following parameters for each connected
load.
a. Load Disc N>E (or E>N):Set the load
disconnect time delay before transfer to source
E (or Source N).See Figure 4-8. Save the
setting.
b. Load Ctrl # Source 1: Step through each load
connected to a load control output and set the
following parameters.
c. Load # Add Source1: Enter the time to wait
before the load is added.This prevents
nuisance changes caused by brief current dips.
SeeFigure4-8.
The add priority and remove priority settings are set
separately and can be different for the same load. Add
Priority #1 loads are added first. Remove Priority #1
loads are removed first.
Example: If you have four loads, with one load that
should beadded firstand removedlast, set
Add Priority = 1 and Remove Priority = 4 for that load.
Prioritize the other loads according to the order in which
they should be added and removed.
Adjustable time delays prevent load addition and
removal caused by momentary current variations.
There are three time delays associated with each load.
See Figure 4-8 for time delays and other load control
parameters.
Current-Based Load Control Setup Procedure:
1. Connect each selected load to an output terminal
on the main logic board or one of the input/output
modules. The high power module accessory is
available for high voltage or high current loads.
2. Use the Set Inputs/Outputs menu to assign the
connected output to one of the load control outputs
1- 9. See Section 4.9.
3. In the Set S1 or Set S2 Time Delays menu, select
Current as the load control mode.
d. Load # Add Source1 (Source2) Priority: Assign
a priority to each load. This number will be used
to determine the order in which loads are added
if the current drops below the low limit.
e. Load # Remove Src1 (Src2): Enter the time to
wait before the load is removed. This prevents
nuisance changes caused by brief current
spikes. See Figure 4-8.
f. Load # Remove Src1 (Src2) Priority: Assign a
priority to each load. This number will be used
to determine which loads are removed first if
the current rises above the high limit. (The
priority 1 load is removed first.)
g. Source1 Load Ctrl # Enable/Disable: Toggle to
Enable and press Save to enable load control
for the selected load.
6. SetHiCurrentLevel,LoadRemove
Source1/Source2: Set the high current level. If the
current rises above this limit, loads will be removed
in order of their remove priority settings until the
current falls back to an acceptable level.
7. Set L o Current Level, Load Add Source1/Source2:
Set the low current level. If the current drops below
this level a nd some loads are not connected, loads
will be added in the order of their add priority
settings. (The add priority and remove priority
settings for a load may be different.)
TP-6883 4/2163Section 4 Setup
ParameterDescriptionAdjustment Range
Outputs
Load Control Mode
Loads to Control
High Current Level
Low Current Level
Load Control # Enable/Disable
Add Priority
Remove Priority
Disconnect (Disc) Time Delay
Load Add Source1 or Source2
Load Remove Src1 or Src2
Assign Load Control Out # to each connected load output. Use
the Set Inputs/Outputs menu. See Section 4.9, Programmable
Inputs and Outputs.
Select Current for current-based load control. See Section 4.7.2
for more information.
Enter the number of loads to be controlled. Each load must be
connected to a separate output on the main logic board or
accessory I/O module.
If the current rises above this limit, loads will be removed in order
of their remove priority settings until the current falls back to an
acceptable level.
If the current drops below this level and some loads are not
connected, loads will be added in the order of their add priority
setting.
Enable or disable current-based load control for each load on
each source.
Assign a priority for the addition of each load when the current
level falls below the low current level. Add Priority #1 loads are
added first. The add priority and remove priority for a given load
canbedifferent.
Assign a priority for the removal of loads when the current level
rises above the high current level. Remove priority #1 loads are
removed first. The add priority and remove priority for a given
load can be different.
Time delay after a transfer signal to allow disconnection of
selected loads before transfer to the other source. (Operates
when both sources are present.)
Time delay after the current falls below the low limit until the load
is added. Prevents load add caused by a momentary drop in the
current.
Time delay after the current rises above the high limit until the
load is removed. Prevents load removal caused by a momentary
rise in the current.
Load Control Out 1- 9
None/Time/Current
1- 9
0- 4000 Amps
0- 4000 Amps
Enable or Disable
1- 9
1- 9
00:00 to 59:59
min:sec
00:00 to 59:59
min:sec
00:00 to 59:59
min:sec
Figure 4-8Current-Based Load Control Parameters
TP-6883 4/2164 Section 4 Setup
4.8Set Sources
4.8.1Phase Rotation
The Phase Rotation menu appears only if a three-phase
source is selected. (See Set Number of Phases later in
the Set Sources menus for the Normal and Emergency
sources.)
Select ABC, BAC, or disabled. Phase rotation can be
disabledforprogrammed-transitionmodelsor
standard-transition models in applications that do not
have phase-sensitive loads. Phase rotation cannot be
disabled on closed-transition models.
4.8.2In-Phase Monitor
Standard-Transition Models
The in-phase monitor can be enabled or disabled for
standard-transition models.The in-phase monitor
operates prior to transfer when both sources are
available. Transfer is inhibited while both sources are
greater than 2 cycles apart. If the connected source falls
below 70% of its nominal voltage rating, the in-phase
monitor terminates and allows transfer.
The synchronism window has a default value of 5_ and
is adjustable from 15_ to 5_ before synchronism only.
The in-phase monitor feature can be enabled for
Util-Gen and Gen-Gen modes of operation. In Util-Util
mode, it is assumed that both sources are always in
phase with each other, and immediate transfer occurs
when in-phase monitoring is enabled.
Programmed-Transition Models
The in-phase monitor is disabled for programmedtransition models.
Closed-Transition Models
The in-phase monitor is always enabled for closedtransition models. Synchronization settings for closedtransition models include voltage differential, frequency
differential, angle differential, and the Fail to Sync time
delay . Transfer is inhibited when any of the differential
readings between the two sources are outside the set
limits. See Figure 4-9.
Adjustment
Parameter
Voltage
Differential
Frequency
Differential
Angle
Differential
Fail to Sync
time delay
Range
0- 5%5%
0- 0.3 Hz0.1 Hz
0- 10 degrees10 degrees
10 sec- 15 min.1min.
Default Setting
Figure 4-9Synchronization Settings for Closed-
Transition Switches
4.8.3Preferred Source Selection
The preferred source selection function allows selection
of either Source N or Source E as the preferred source.
Note: The alarm module accessory must be installed
for this function to operate. See Section 7.2.3.
The transfer switch seeks and transfers to the preferred
source whenever it is available. Source N is always the
source connected to the Normal side of the transfer
switch, and Source E is always connected to the
Emergency side.Generator engine start relays are
assigned to the source (Source N or Source E). The
engine start relays do not change when the preferred
source selection changes. This prevents the need to
change the wiring of the engine start relay(s) when the
preferred source changes.
Time Delays and Source Parameters. Engine start
relays and time delays, source voltage and frequency
trip points, and load shed time delays are assigned to
the source (N or E). They do not change assignment
when the preferred source selection is changed.
Note: Source N is always connected to the Normal side
of the transfer switch, and Source E is always
connected to the Emergency side.
Other time delays are assigned to the source function
(preferred or standby). System parameters that are
assigned to the function automatically change source
whenthepreferredsourceselectionchanges.
Figure 4-10 shows which parameters are assigned to
the source and which are assigned to the f unction. The
last two columns of the table show the effect of the
preferred source selection on each parameter or time
delay.
TP-6883 4/2165Section 4 Setup
Preferred Source Selection
ItemAssignment
Source N generator engine start relaySourceNN
Source E generator engine start relaySourceEE
Source N engine start time delaySourceNN
Source E engine start time delaySourceEE
Source N engine cooldown time delaySourceNN
Source E engine cooldown time delaySourceEE
Source N voltage and frequency trip pointsSourceNN
Source E voltage and frequency trip pointsSourceEE
In-phase monitor syncSourceEE
Pre-transfer to source NSourceNN
Pre-transfer to source ESourceEE
Post-transfer to source NSourceNN
Post-transfer to source ESourceEE
Preferred-to-standby time delayFunctionNtoEEtoN
Standby-to-preferred time delayFunctionEtoNNtoE
Failure to acquire standby sourceFunctionEN
Off-to-standby time delay (programmed-transition only)FunctionOff to EOff to N
Off-to-preferred time delay (programmed-transition only)FunctionOff to NOff to E
Note: Source N is connected to the Normal side of the transfer switch, and Source E is connected to the Emergency side.
NormalEmergency
Figure 4-10Preferred Source Selection Effect on System Parameters and Time Delays
TP-6883 4/2166 Section 4 Setup
4.8.4System Voltage and Frequency
available when its voltage and frequency are within the
range of dropout settings. The debounce time prevents
For each source, set the number of phases, nominal
voltage, and nominal frequency (50 or 60 Hz). Then
proceed to set the pickup and dropout settings.
nuisance transfers caused by brief voltage spikes and
dips. If the voltage or frequency of the active source is
outside the acceptable range f or a length of time longer
than the debounce time, the system attempts to transfer
4.8.5Voltage and Frequency Pickup
and Dropout Settings
The controller senses the voltage on both sources with
theloadtothealternatesource.
See Figure 4-11 for default settings and adjustment
ranges.
an accuracy of ±0.5%.A source is considered
DescriptionSettingsDefault SettingAdjustment Range
Normal source voltage
Emergency source voltage
Normal source frequency
(Gen-Gen mode of operation only)
Emergency source frequency
Under voltage dropout90%75% to 98% of Pickup
Under voltage pickup90%85% to 100% of Nominal
Over voltage dropout115% (110% for
Over voltage pickup95%95 to 100% of Dropout
Unbalance enableEnableEnable or disabled
Unbalance drop out20%5% to 20%
Unbalance pick up10%3% to 18%
Debounce time0.5 seconds0.1 to 9.9 seconds
Under voltage dropout90%75% to 98% of Pickup
Under voltage pickup90%85% to 100% of Nominal
Over voltage dropout115% (110% for
Over voltage pickup95%95 to 100% of Dropout
Unbalance enableEnableEnable or disabled
Unbalance drop out20%5to20%
Unbalance pick up10%3to18%
Debounce time0.5 seconds0.1 to 9.9 seconds
Under frequency dropout99%95% to 99% of Pickup
Under frequency pickup90%80% to 95% of Nominal
Over frequency dropout101%101% to 115% of Pickup
Over frequency pickup110%105% to 120% of Nominal
Debounce time3 seconds0.1 to 15 seconds
Under frequency dropout99%95% to 99% of Pickup
Under frequency pickup90%80% to 95% of Nominal
Over frequency dropout101%101% to 115% of Pickup
Over frequency pickup110%105% to 120% of Nominal
Debounce time3 seconds0.1 to 15 seconds
600 V systems)
600 V systems)
106% to 135% of Nominal
(maximum 690 Volts)
106% to 135% of Nominal
(Except 600 V Apps)
Figure 4-11Pickup and Dropout Settings
TP-6883 4/2167Section 4 Setup
4.8.6Set Sources
Set Sources
BY"Main
Set Phase Rotation
BY"Back
???Rotation
Save Back
Three-phase models only.
ABC
BAC
Disable
Standard transition
models only
Closed transition
models only
Set Inphase Monitor
Enable/Disable
BY"Back
Set Inphase Monitor
Angle
BY"Back
Set Inphase Monitor
In Phase Xfr Fail
BY "Back
Set Synchronization
Voltage Differential
BY"Back
Set Synchronization
Frequency Differential
BY"Back
Set Synchronization
Angle Differential
Enable/Disable
Save Back
? ?Degrees
BackSave
In Phase Xfr Fail
Enable/Disable
Back"Save
? ? Percent
BackSave
? ?Hz
BackSave
? ?Degrees
In Phase Xfr Fail
?
?:??
BackSave
BY"Back
Set Fail to Sync
BY "Back
Alarm module
required
Set Preferred Source
BY"Back
Source Setup Menus Continued on Next Page
BackSave
Fail to Sync
Enable/Disable
Back"Save
Preferred Source
Normal/Emergency
Save Back
Fail to Sync
?
?:??
BackSave
TP-6883 4/2168 Section 4 Setup
Source Setup Menus Continued from Previous Page:
Set Normal Source
Emergency
BY"Back
Note: The same menus are available
for the Emergency source.
Normal Source
Set Number of Phases
BY"Back
Normal Source
Set Voltage
BY"Back
Normal Source
Set Frequency
BY"Back
Normal Source
Set Under Voltage
Pickup
BY"Back
Normal Source
Set Under Voltage
Dropout
BY"Back
Normal Source
Set Over Voltage
Pickup
BY"Back
?Phase
Save Back
Set Voltage
?
?? VAC
BackSave
Set Frequency
??
Hz
BackSave
Pickup
??? % of Nominal
85- 100%
Save Back
Dropout
??? % of Pickup
75- 98%
Save Back
Pickup
??? % of Dropout
95- 100%
Save Back
Three-phase only
Normal Source
Set Over Voltage
Dropout
BY"Back
Normal Source
Set Voltage Debounce
BY"Back
Normal Source
Voltage Unbalance
Enable/Disable
BY"Back
Normal Source
Voltage Unbalance
Pickup
BY"Back
Normal Source
Voltage Unbalance
Dropout
BY"Back
Dropout
??? % of Nominal
106- 135%
Save Back
Debounce Time
?.? Seconds
0.1 - 9.9 Seconds
Save Back
Voltage Unbalance
Enable/Disable
Save Back
Pickup
??%
3- 18%
Save Back
Dropout
??%
5- 20%
Save Back
Source Setup M enus Continued on Next Page
TP-6883 4/2169Section 4 Setup
Source Setup Menus Continued from Previous Page:
Normal Source
Set Under Frequency
Pickup
BY"Back
Normal Source
Set Under Frequency
Dropout
BY"Back
Normal Source
Set Over Frequency
Pickup
BY"Back
Normal Source
Set Over Frequency
Dropout
BY"Back
Normal Source
Set Freq Debounce
BY"Back
Pickup
??? % of Nominal
80- 95%
Save Back
Dropout
??? % of Pickup
95- 99%
Save Back
Pickup
??? % of Nominal
105- 120%
Save Back
Dropout
??? % of Pickup
101- 115% Nominal
Save Back
Debounce Time
?.? Seconds
0.1 - 15.0 Seconds
Save Back
TP-6883 4/2170 Section 4 Setup
4.9Inputs and Outputs
Inputs and outputs are unassigned (except as noted in
Figure 4-13) until t he installer or operator assigns a
function to the I/O.
The programmable inputs and outputs can be assigned
to the functions shown in Figure 4-14 and Figure 4-15.
Programmable inputs and outputs on the controller and
input/output (I/O) modules can be assigned in several
ways:
D Using the controller’s keypad and display; see
Figure 4-12.
D Using a PC with Kohlerr SiteTecht software; see
TP-6701, SiteTech Software Operation Manual, for
instructions.
Thereare twoprogrammableinputsandtwo
programmable outputs on the controller. Additional
inputs and outputs are available through the installation
of optional input/output modules.
See the Installation Section for connection information
for main logic board inputs and outputs.
4.9.2Input/Output Modules
Input/output (I/O) modules are optional accessories.
The standard I/O Module has two inputs and six outputs.
The high-power I/O module has two inputs and three
outputs. The I/O modules specifications are shown in
Section 7.2.1.
Each programmable input and output requires a
connection to the transfer switch. Do not change the
programmableinput/outputassignmentswithout
Set Inputs/Outputs
BY"Main
Press the right arrow button to enter the Set Inputs/Outputs menu.
Press the down arrow
button to step to the next
module.
Module ##
Set Outputs
BY"Back
Module ##
Output #?
BY"Back
Figure 4-12Assigning Inputs and Outputs
TP-6883 4/2171Section 4 Setup
4.9.3Input Functions
Available input functions are shown in Figure 4 -14.
Some inputs will trigger an indicator LED on the user
interface and/or display a message on the LCD menu
when they are activated.
All of the inputs may be assigned to either one or both of
thecommonalarms.
The transfer switch then transfers to Source N if it is
available, executing the applicable time delays.
Remote Monitored Inputs. There are four remotely
monitored input functions.These functions can be
assigned to any of the inputs on either the main logic
board or standard/high voltage/high current I/O b oards.
The state of any or all of these inputs can be monitored
using SiteTecht software or over Modbus.
Note: Some models have factory-set input functions as
shown in Figure 4-13.Do not change these
settings.
Model or Factory-Installed
Accessory
Bypass/isolation ModelsBypass Contactor Disable
Service Entrance ModelsService Disconnect
Load Shed KitForced Transfer to OFF
Main Board Input
Factory Setting
Figure 4-13Factory Set Inputs
Service Disconnect Input. Service Entrance (KEP)
models haveoneinput factory-setto Service
Disconnect. Do not attempt to change this setting.
Forced Transfer to OFF Input. This function requires
theloadshedaccessoryinstalledonaprogrammedtransition or closed-transition model transfer switch.
(Exception: The load shed accessory is NOT required
for model KEP Service Disconnect to O FF models.)
Activation of this input signals the transfer switch to
transfer immediately from Source E to the OFF position.
Peak Shave/Area Protection Input.Starts the
generator set and transfers to the standby source,
ignoring the engine start time delay. The pre/posttransfer, delayed-transition time delays, and in-phase
monitor will be active if enabled.
When the peak shave signal is removed, the load
transfers back to the preferred source. The pre/posttransfer, delayed-transition, and engine cooldown time
delays, along with the in-phase monitor if enabled, will
be executed.
If the s tandby source is lost during peak shave, the unit
will transfer back to the preferred source.
See Section 4.11.9 for information about the Peak
Shave TD Bypass.
Remote End Time Delay Input. Allows a r emote signal
to end an active time d elay. The signal ends only the
time delay that is active at the time the signal is applied.
Repeated signals are required to end additional time
delays. Does not end the programmed-transition time
delays or an exerciser run.
Forced Transfer to OFF* (programmed-transition or
closed-transition models; requires load shed accessory)[
Inhibit Transfer* (maintenance mode)NoneFlashingInhibit Transfer
Low Battery VoltageSteadyNoneLow Battery Voltage
Peak Shave ModeNoneNonePeak Shave
Remote End Time DelayNoneNoneNone
Remote Common AlarmSteadyNoneRemote Common Alarm
Remote TestNoneNoneNormal test sequence menus. See Section 1.7.
Remote Monitor In #1- 4NoneNoneNone
Service Disconnect*NoneFlashingService Disconnected
Three-Source System DisableNoneNoneNone
* See Figure 4-13 for factory-set input functions for selected models. Do not change the factory settings.
[ The load shed accessory is not required on model KEP Service Disconnect to OFF models.
NoneFlashingForced Off
Figure 4-14Available Programmable Inputs
LED
Display Message
TP-6883 4/2172 Section 4 Setup
Remote Test Input. Activating the input starts a test,
and deactivating the input stops the test. Tests follow
the sequence described in Section 1.7. A remote test
can be stopped locally, if necessary, by pressing the
END TEST button on the controller.
MPAC firmware versions before 1.10: If a local test is
already running, activating the remote t est input will stop
the local test.
MPAC firmware versions 1.10 or higher: If a local test is
already running, activating the remote test input will
NOT stop the local test.
The default type for a remote test is unloaded. There are
several ways to change the remote test type:
D Use the Set System, Remote Test Loading menu.
D Use a computer and Kohler SiteTech Software to set
the Remote Test Loaded parameter.
D Set the remote test type over Modbus.
4.9.4Output Functions
Output functions are shown in Figure 4-15. Information
about selected output functions is shown below. Refer
to the section number shown in Figure 4-15 for more
information about the output function.
Note: On Service Entrance (KEP) models, one output is
factory set and not available for customer use.
Service Disconnect Gen Cntrl. Service Disconnect
(KEP) models that use the Service Disconnect to OFF
mode of operation have one output set to Service
Disconnect Gen Cntrl. This output is factory-set and
should not be changed. See Section 4.11.4 for more
information about service disconnect modesof
operation.
In-Phase Monitor Sync Output. Is activated when the
in-phase transfer fail or fail to sync time delays expire,
indicating that the sources did not synchronize in the
allotted time. See Section 4 .8.2 for more information
about the in-phase monitor.For closed-transition
models, customer-supplied equipment used to boost
the generator set can be connected to this output. See
the transfer switch installation manual for output
connection information.
Note: The In-phase Transfer Fail and/or Fail to Sync
time delays are set in the Set Sources menu. See
Section 4.8.
See
Programmable OutputType
3 Src Sys DisabledControl4.12
Alarm SilencedMonitor7.2.3
Audible AlarmControl7.2.3
Aux Switch FaultFault1.10
Aux Switch OpenFault1.10
CommonAlarmActive(1and2)Fault4.10
Contactor in OFF positionMonitor—
Contactor in Preferred PositionMonitor—
Contactor in Source E PositionMonitor—
Contactor in Source N PositionMonitor—
Contactor in Standby PositionMonitor—
Exerciser ActiveMonitor4.4, 2.2.2
Fail to Acquire PreferredFault1.10
Fail to Acquire StandbyFault1.10
Fail to TransferFault1.10
Fail to Open Source1Fault—
Fail to Close Source1Fault—
Fail to Open Source2Fault—
Fail to Close Source2Fault—
I/O Module Lost CommFault1.10
In-Phase Monitor SyncControl4.9.4, 4.8.2
Load Bank Control ActiveControl4.9.4
Load Control ActiveMonitor4.7.1
Load Control Out 1- 9Control4.7.1
Low Battery (external battery)Monitor7.2.2
Non-Emergency TransferMonitor—
Not in AutoMonitor1.3.4
Peak Shave ActiveMonitor4.11.9
Preferred Source AvailableMonitor4.8.5
MBUS Control RDO #1- 4Control4.9.4
Service Disconnect Gen Cntrl *Control4.9.4
Source E (Phase) Rotation ErrorFault—
Source E Loss of PhaseFault—
Source E Over FrequencyFault4.8.5
Source E Over VoltageFault4.8.5
Source E Start SignalControl4.9.4
Source E Under FrequencyFault4.8.5
Source E Under VoltageFault4.8.5
Source E Voltage UnbalanceFault4.8.5
Source N (Phase) Rotation ErrorFault—
Source N Loss of PhaseFault—
Source N Over FrequencyFault4.8.5
Source N Over VoltageFault4.8.5
Source N Start SignalControl4.9.4, 4.12
Source N Under FrequencyFault4.8.5
Source N Under VoltageFault4.8.5
Source N Voltage UnbalanceFault4.8.5
Standby Source AvailableMonitor4.8.5
Test Mode ActiveMonitor1.7
* Factory set; do not change.
Section
Figure 4-15Available Programmable Outputs
TP-6883 4/2173Section 4 Setup
Load Control Output, 1- 9. Connect up to nine loads
that can b e connected or disconnected using either
time-based or current-based load control. Assign load
control outputs 1 through 9 to the corresponding outputs
on the main board or I/O modules, and then go to the
Time Delay setup menu to set up the load control
sequences. See Section 4.6 for the Time Delay setup
menus, and Section 4.7 for more information about load
control.
MBUS-ControlledOutputs.Therearefour
Modbus-Controlled Output functions.These four
functions can be assigned to any of the outputs on either
the main logic board or the optional I/O boards. The
state of any or all of these four functions can be
controlled and monitored via Modbus messages only.
Source N Engine Start Signal. Use if Source N is a
generator set, especially for three-source systems or
prime power mode. See Section 4.12 for more on
three-source systems. See Section 4.5 for more about
prime power mode.
Source E Engine Start Signal. Analternativetothe
engine start contacts on the transfer switch.
Load Bank Control Active. The load bank control
output is a C form contact that can be used to apply a
load to the generator set during an unloaded exercise or
test. The load bank control output is active during each
unloaded test and unloaded exercise. See Figure 4-16.
The load bank control output closes or opens a contact
that can be used to signal the load bank controller to
operate. Connect the normally open or normally closed
output contact to the load bank controller as required for
proper operation. Refer to the connection instructions
provided by the load bank manufacturer.
If the Normal source is lost during an exercise period,
the load bank control output is deactivated to remove
the load bank and allow the transfer of the building load
to the emergency source.
Start unloaded test or exercise
Generator set starts
Emergency (standby)
source available
Load bank control
output is active
Load bank applied
Normal source lost?
NO
End unloaded
exercise or test
Load bank control
output deactivated
Load bank removed
Engine cooldown
Generator set stops
YES
Load bank control
output deactivated
Load bank removed
Transfer load to
emergency source
6447
Figure 4-16Load Bank Control Sequence
4.9.5User-Defined I/O Descriptions
The controller can store a19-character string
description for each of the 9 user controllable/monitored
I/Os. Use a personal computer with Kohlerr SiteTecht
software to enter descriptions. Descriptions are only
available for reading and writing through SiteTech and
over Modbus.Descriptions are not used by the
controller.
TP-6883 4/2174 Section 4 Setup
4.10Common Alarms
4.10.1 Common Alarm Output
Use the Common Alarms setup menu to assign events
to the controller’s common alarm groups. See
Figure 4-17 for a list of functions that can be assigned to
thecommonalarmandtheaudiblealarm. See
Figure 4-18 for the common alarms setup menus.
Alarm Descriptions
Aux Switch Fault*
Aux Switch Open*
Contactor in Off
Contactor in Pref
Contactor in Src E
Contactor in Src N
Contactor in Stby
Exerciser Active
Fail to Acquire Pref *
Fail to Acquire Stby *
Fail to Transfer *
IPM Synching
Load Bank Ctl Active
Load Control Active
External Battery Low *[
Non-Emergency Trans
Not in Auto
Peak Shave Active [
Pref Src Available
Remote Common Alarm *
Remote Monitor In #1- 4
Src E Loss of Phase
Src E Over Freq
* Assigned to Critical Service Required alarm
[ Assigned to Non-Critical Service Required alarm
Src E Over Voltage
Src E Rotation Err *
Src E Under Freq
Src E Under Voltage
Src E Voltage Unbal
Src N Loss of Phase
Src N Over Freq
Src N Over Voltage
Src N Rotation Err *
Src N Under Freq
Src N Under Voltage
Src N Voltage Unbal
Stby Src Available
System Ready
Test Mode Active
Critical Service Required
Man Transfer Waiting
Module Lost Comm *
Non-Critical Service Req
Source E Available
Source N Available
MBUS-Control RDO #1- 4
Figure 4-17Alarm Descriptions
Functions can be assigned to two alarm groups. The
groups can then be assigned to programmable outputs,
if desired. Any function assigned to the Common Alarm
triggers the Common Alarm programmable output. See
Section 4.9, Programmable Inputs and Outputs, for
more information about programmable outputs.
4.10.2 Audible Alarm
The audible alarm setting requires the Alarm Module
accessory for operation. See Section 7.2.3 for more
information about the alarm module.
Enable the audible alarm for any alarm function by
navigating to the Alarm Description, Common, Audible
menu. press the open up arrow button until the display
shows Audible Y and Y or N for Common as desired.
press Save.
4.10.3 Chicago Alarm
The Chicago Alarm function requires the alarm module
accessory.
The Chicago alarm function is a programmable feature
of the MPAC 1500 controller. The alarm is active when
the transfer switch is in the Emergency position. The
alarm can be silenced via the user interface, which will
also activate a light indicating the alarm-silenced
condition. The alarm silenced light is deenergized when
the transfer switch returns to the Normal position.
For Chicago Alarm Mode, use the Common Alarm
Setup menu to assign the necessary faults and
conditions to the audible alarm. Be sure to assign the
Contactor in Standby function to trigger the audible
alarm.
Set Common Alarms
BY"Main
Press the up and down arrow
buttons to step between alarm
groups 1 and 2. Press the right
arrow to modify settings in the
displayed group.
Set Common Alarms
Alarm Group 1
BY "Back
Modify Alarm
BY "Back
Remove All Alarms
BY "Back
Alarm Description
Common Y Audible N
BY "Back
Remove All Alarms
Yes/N o
BackSave
Alarm Description
Common Y Audible N
BackSave
Figure 4-18Setting Common Alarms
TP-6883 4/2175Section 4 Setup
4.11Set System
See Figure 4-21 for the Set System menus.
4.11.1Default Settings
The system parameter factory settings are shown in
Figure 4 -19.
System ParameterFactory Setting
Standard or programmed transitionSet to order [
Single/three phaseSet to order [
Operating voltageSet to order [
Operating frequency (50 or 60 Hz)Set to order [
Phase rotationABC
Commit to transfer (yes or no)No
Rated currentSet to order [
Operating mode:
Generator-to-Generator,
Utility-to-Generator, or
Utility-to-Utility
In-phase monitorDisabled
In-phase monitor transfer angle5_
Transfer mode
(automatic or non-automatic)*
* The transfer mode (automatic or non-automatic) cannot be
changed in the field.
[ See the ATS nameplate.
Utility-to-Generator
Set to order
The gen-gen type source type uses two generator sets
and requires the assignment of a second engine start
output. Use the Input/Output Setup menu to assign a
controller terminal strip output or an I/O module output to
Start Source N Generator, and connect the engine start
leads for the Source N generator set to the
corresponding terminals on the controller terminal strip
or the I/O module. See Section 4.9. The programmable
engine start output remains tied to the Source N
generator set regardless of the preferred source
selection.
The utility-utility source type is designed to use utility
power for both sources.
4.11.3Transition Type
The transition type is factory set for each model and
should not require change except in the case of
controller replacement. Select standard, programmed,
or closed transition, if necessary.
of the ATS model designation as indicated
Figure 4-20.Do not attempt to change the
transition type to one that is not listed for your
model.
Figure 4-19System Parameters
4.11.2Source Type/Source Type
Set the source type selection for the types of sources
used:
D One utility source and one generator set
D Two generator sets (gen-gen) (Use for prime power
run mode. See Section 4.5.)
D Two separate utility sources
D One utility source and two generator sets for a
three-source system (see Section 4.12)
The transfer switch is factory-set for the utility-generator
set source type. This type uses one generator set,
which is connected to the Emergency side of the
contactor (Source E), and one engine start relay. The
engine start contact is assigned to the generator set that
is connected to the Emergency side of the transfer
switch.
ModelTra nsit ion Type
KBS
KCS
KAS
KGS
KBP
KCP
KEP
KAP
KGP
KBC
KCC
Standard (S)
Programmed (P)
Closed (C)
Figure 4-20Transition Types by Model
Standard-transition (S) (alsoreferredtoasopen
transition) models use a break-before-make transfer
that does not require source synchronization for transfer
between available sources.
Programmed-transition (P) models stop momentarily
in the OFF position during transfer between two
available sources. The time in the OFF position can be
adjusted using the transfer time delays. See Section
4.6.
TP-6883 4/2176 Section 4 Setup
Closed-transition (C) models provide make-beforebreak transfer for uninterrupted power to the load when
both sources are available. The sources are monitored
for synchronization and are paralleled for approximately
100 milliseconds during the transfer.
Programmed-transitionoverride(forclosedtransition models only). When closed transition is
selected, the programmed-transition override menu
appears. The override function operates if the sources
do not synchronize before the Inphase Transfer Fail
time delay expires. In this case, the transfer switch can
be set to transfer to the othersource using
programmed-transition mode, with a short interruption
in power to the load during transfer.
Set System
BY "Main
Source TypeSource Type
BY "Back
D Select Automatic to set the unit to initiate a
programmed-transition transfer automatically after
the Inphase Transfer Fail time delay expires.
D Select Manual to require an operator to initiate a
programmed-transition transfer by pressing a button
after the Inphase Transfer Fail time delay expires.
If a manual transfer is not initiated, the controller
continues to monitor the sources and transfers if
synchronization occurs.
D Set the Xfr Off>Stby (transfer off-to-standby) time
delay for the desired “off” time during the transfer.
See Section 4.6 for the default time delays.
* Source Types:
Util-Gen
?????? - ??????
BackSave
*
Gen-Gen
Util-Util
Util-Gen-Gen
** Transition Types:
Standard Transition
Programmed Transition
Closed Transition
Serviceentrancenot
available if source type
Gen-Gen is selected
Transition Type
BY "Back
Service Entrance
BY "Back
Rated Current
BY "Back
3 Src Eng Start Mode
BY "Back
Transfer Commit
BY "Back
Transition Type
????????
Back"Save
Disconnect to OFF
Service Entrance
No/ICCB/MCCB
BackSave
Rated Current
??? Amps
?
BackSave
3SrcEngStartMode
Mode 1/Mode 2
Back"Save
Transfer Commit
Commit/No Commit
BackSave
**
Prog Transition Override
Automatic/Manual
BackSave
Closed transition only
Pref Source Toggle
Enable/Disable
BackSave
Remote Test Loading
BY "Back
Peak Shave TD Bypass
BY "Back
Remote Test Loading
Loaded/Unloaded
BackSave
Peak Shave TD Bypass
Enabled/Disabled
BackSave
Figure 4-21Set System Menus
TP-6883 4/2177Section 4 Setup
4.11.4Service Entrance
The modelKEPis aserviceentrancerated
programmed-transition transfer switch. ICCB denotes
insulatedcasecircuitbreakers or switches. MCCB
denotes molded-case circuit breakers or switches.
Check the model designation on the ATSnameplate and
see the model designation key in the specification sheet
or the Installation Manual to identify ICCB and MCCB
models.
D The Commit setting allows the complete transfer
sequence to execute even if the preferred source
returns before the load has been transferred to
standby.
D The No Commit setting causes the transfer sequence
to be cancelled without transfer if the preferred source
returns before the load has been transferred to
standby.
Two service disconnect positions are possible for the
Model KEP Service Entrance rated transfer switches.
The service disconnect position is factory-set and
cannot be changed at the controller.
D Service Disconnect to Emergency (SRC/E). When
the service disconnect switch is moved to the
SERVICE DISCONNECT position, the transfer
switch signals the generator set to start and transfers
to the Emergency source.
D Service Disconnect to OFF.When the service
disconnect switch is moved to the SERVICE
DISCONNECT position, the utility breaker opens.
Utility power is disconnected and the ATS is in the
OFF position.
The service disconnect position is shown in the System
Setup screen as Service Disconnect to SRC/E or
ServiceDisconnecttoOFF. Transferswitcheswithno
service disconnect position indication in the system
setup screen use the Service Disconnect to Emergency
position.See the Model KEP ATS Operation and
Installation Manual for more information about the
service disconnect position.
4.11.5Rated Current
This value is factory-set for each unit and should not
require adjustment. If necessary, enter the rated current
from the transfer switch nameplate.
4.11.6Three Source Engine Start Mode
See Section 4.12, Three-Source Systems.
4.11.8Remote Test Loading
Select loaded or unloaded for a remote test sequence
initiated by a remote test input.
4.11.9Peak Shave TD Bypass
Peak Shave Operation. When the peak shave input is
activated, the generator set starts immediately,
bypassing the engine start time delay. The pre/posttransfer time delays, programmed-transition time
delays, and in-phase monitor are active if enabled. The
ATS transfers the load to the standby source.
Peak Shave TD Bypass.In normal operation,
retransfer from standby to preferred is delayed
(15 minutes default setting) to ensure that the preferred
source is stable before transfer. The Peak Shave TD
Bypass allows you to skip the retransfer time delay after
peak shave operation.
When the peak shave input is removed, the ATS
transfers back to the preferred source according to the
Peak Shave TD Bypass setting:
D If the Peak Shave TD Bypass is enabled,the
retransfer (standby to preferred) time delay is
bypassed when the peak shave signal is removed.
Notice that by enabling the TD bypass, you are
ordering the system to skip the retransfer time delay.
D If the Peak Shave TD Bypass is disabled,the
retransfer (standby to preferred) time delay executes
before the ATStransfers back to the preferred source.
Transfer is delayed by the retransfer time delay. The
retransfer time delay is adjustable, with a 15-minute
factory setting.
4.11.7Transfer Commit
The transfer commit setting controls operation if the
preferred source returns after a transfer to standby
sequence has been initiated but not completed (i.e.,
preferred returns during the transfer time delay).
If the standby source is lost during peak shave
operation, the unit transfers back to the preferred
source.
TP-6883 4/2178 Section 4 Setup
4.12Three-Source Systems
4.12.2 Preferred Source Toggle
A three-source system provides the means to connect a
utility and two generators to a single load.See
Figure 4-22. Two generators and two transfer switches
are required.
Note: The second transfer switch (ATS2) requires an
external battery supply module (EBSM; also
called battery option board or BOB) to provide
power to the controller.
During normal operation, the utility source supplies the
load with power. In the event of a utility failure, generator
set G1 or G2 will supply the load as described in
Sections 4.12.1 and 4.12.2.
4.12.1 Three Source Engine Start Mode
There a re two modes of operation for three-source
engine start. Select Mode 1 or Mode 2 on ATS2 as
needed for t he application.
Mode 1
In mode 1 there will be an attempt to start only the
preferred source generator. If the preferred source does
not achieve voltage and frequency within a fail to acquire
time period, the standby engine start contact will close.
The fail to acquire will be indicated. If the standby
source subsequently fails to achieve voltage and
frequency, a separate fail to acquire standby will be
indicated.
The preferred source toggle function alternates
between the two generator sets each time the
three-source function is activated. If G1 is the preferred
source during the first run, then G2 will be preferred
during the next run. The preferred source selection will
continue to alternate between G1 and G2 for each
subsequent run.
4.12.3 Three Source System Test and
Exercise
Unloaded Test
Unloaded testing is possible at each transfer switch.
Initiating the unloaded test function at ATS1 starts and
runs the preferred generator set attached to ATS2.
Initiating the unloaded test function at ATS2 starts and
runs the standby generator set.
Loaded Test
Loadedtestingisalsoallowedateachtransferswitch.
Loaded testing of the standby generator set is only
possible during a loaded test from ATS1 because the
standby generator can only be connected to the load
when ATS1 is connected to emergency. To initiate a
loaded test of the standby generator set, first use ATS1
to start a loaded test of the preferred source generator
set. Then use ATS2 to start a loaded test of the standby
generator set.
Mode 2
In mode 2 both generators receive a start signal
simultaneously.The ATS2 will transfer to the first
generator set to reach proper voltage and frequency. If
the first source to reach available status is the preferred
source, the engine start signal to the standby source will
open immediately. If the standby source is the first to
reach available status, the contactor will transfer to the
standby position. When the preferred source generator
output reaches available status, the controller will
transfer to the preferred source and open the engine
start contacts to the standby generator (after the
cooldown delay has elapsed).
Unloaded Exercise
The exercise program in ATS2 controls the operation of
each generator. The exercise function does not require
interaction with ATS1. If the utility is lost during an
unloaded exercise event, the event is canceled and the
load is transferred to the preferred generator set.
Loaded Exercise
The exercise program in ATS2 controls the operation of
each generator. The loaded exercise event requires
synchronization with a loaded exercise from ATS1.
Program the ATS1 exercise to start before the ATS2
exercise. Set the ATS2 exercise to end before the ATS1
exercise ends.If the utility is lost during a loaded
exercise event, the event is canceled and the load is
transferred to the preferred generator set.
NOTE: THE CLOSED IN EMERGENCY AUXILLIARY
CONTACT THAT IS USED IN THE ENGINE START CIRCUIT
OF THE ATS MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE CIRCUIT
WHEN USED WITH THIS THREE SOURCE CONTROL SCHEME.
REFERENCE ATS WIRING DIAGRAM FOR CONNECTIONS.
Note: ATS2 requires an external battery module
N
E
L
ENGINE START
TO G2
to maintain power to the controller.
OPERATION
WHEN UTILITY FAILS ATS2 STARTS G1. ATS1 TRANSFERS TO THE EMERGENCY POSITION. IF G1 FAILS ATS2
WILL START G2 AND ATS2 WILL TRANSFER TO EMERGENCY. IF G1 RETURNS THEN ATS2 WILL RE- TRANSFER
BACK TO NORMAL. ATS1 WILL RE- TRANSFER BACK TO NORMAL AFTER THE UTILITY RETURNS. WHEN THE
UTIITY IS AVAILABLE, THE BATTERY SUPPLY MODULE WILL PROVIDE POWER TO THE CONTROLLER ON ATS2.
THE 3 SOURCE SYSTEM DISABLE INPUT AND OUTPUT WILL PREVENT ATS2 FROM STARTING EITHER GENSET
WHILE THE UTILITY SOURCE IS AVAILABLE.
THE BATTERY SUPPLY MODULE USES UP TO TWO BATTERY INPUTS (9 - 36VDC) AND PROVIDES A 12V
OUTPUT THAT POWERS THE ATS CONTROLLER. THIS IS CONNECTED TO THE CONTROLLER BY SNAPPING IT
TO AN EXISTING I/O MODULE OR THROUGH A HARNESS TO P3 ON THE CONTROLLER (WHEN AN I/O
MODULE IS NOT USED). THE BATTERY SUPPLY MODULE WILL CONTINUALLY PROVIDE POWER TO THE
CONTROLLER UNLESS THE ON/OFF INPUT ON THE BATTERY SUPPLY MODULE IS ENABLED.
THE ON/OFF INPUT ON TB1 OF THE BATTERY SUPPLY MODULE CAN BE USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE
NORMALLY OPEN CONTACT OF A PROGRAMMABLE OUTPUT FROM AN INPUT/OUTPUT MODULE TO TURN THE
BATTERY SUPPLY MODULE OFF WHEN A SOURCE IS AVAILABLE.
Figure 4-22Three-Source System Transfer Switch and Source Connections
GM28627B
TP-6883 4/2180 Section 4 Setup
4.12.4 Three-Source System Setup
See Figure 4-22 and Figure 4-24 for connections during
the following steps.
1. Connect the power sources to the transfer
switches as described below. Refer to the transfer
switch operation/installation manual or specification
sheet for cable sizes.See Figure 4-22 for
connections.
a. Connect the utility power source to the normal
side of ATS1.
b. Connect the load to the load side of ATS1.
c. Connect the emergency side of ATS1 to the
load side of ATS2.
d. Connect generator set 1 to the normal side of
ATS2.
e. Connect generator set 2 to the emergency side
of ATS2.
2. Three-source systems require the following input/
output connections to control the engine start
commands for generator sets 1 and 2. Observe the
polarity of all connections shown in Figure 4-24.
Use wire sizes from #14 AWG to #20 AWG for
EBSM (a.k.a. BOB) and I/O module connections.
a. Connect the ATS2 engine start contacts to the
engine start circuit on generator set 2 (G2).
3. Connect battery power. Use #14-28 AWG wire to
connect the generator set engine starting battery
(or batteries) to the BATT1 terminals on terminal
block TB13 on the external battery supply module
(EBSM or BOB). (Another battery(ies) can be
connected to terminals BATT2 but is not required.)
Follow the marking on the board for the positive (+)
and negative (- ) connections. See Figure 7-8 and
Figure 7-9.
Note: If the battery connections are reversed, red
LED1 or LED2 will light. Incorrect battery
connectionscandamagethe battery
module.
4. Set voltage selector switch SW11-1 on the battery
module (EBSM or BOB) to 12 or 24VDC.
Note: See Section 7.2.2 for more information on
the EBSM (or BOB).
5. Assign the ATS1 programmable output connected
in step 2b. to Three-Source System Disable.
6. Assign the following inputs and outputs for the
second transfer switch.
a. Assign ATS2 controller programmable input 1
to Three-Source System Disable.
b. Assign the ATS2 controller programmable
output connected in step 2c. to Source N Start
Signal.
Note: See the Installation Section for the engine
start contact locations.Engine start
contacts are labeled with a decal.
b. Connect one ATS1 programmable output from
the controller to one ATS2 main logic board
programmable input as shown in Figure 4-24.
This I/O connection will be set to Three-Source
System Disable.
c. Connect one ATS2 programmable output from
the controller to the engine start connection on
generator set 1 (G1). The ATS1programmable
output will be set to Source N Start Signal.
Transfer
Switch
ATS 1Util-GenNot RequiredNot RequiredNot Required
ATS 2Util-Gen-GenMode 1 or Mode 2
Source Type
3SrcEngine
Start Mode
(See Section 4.12.1)
Preferred
Source Toggle
Enable or Disable
See Section 4.12.2
4.12.5 ATS1 and ATS2 System Setup
Set the following parameters on the transfer switches:
ATS1: UsetheSystemSetupMenutosettheSource
type to Util-Gen.
ATS2: Use the System Setup Menu to set the source
type to Util-Gen-Gen. Set the 3 Src Engine Start Mode
to Mode 1 or Mode 2 as described in Section 4.12.1. In
the Set S1 Time Delay menu, verify that Fail to Acquire
Preferred is enabled.
The transfer switch settings are summarized in
Figure 4-23.
InputsOutputs
Three Source
System Disable
Figure 4-23Transfer Switch Settings for Three-Source Systems
Assign ATS 1 main logic board
output 1 to 3 Source System
Disable.
ATS1
12
6
7
1
ATS1 TB1
on logic board
Assign ATS2 main logic board
input 1 to 3 Source System
Disable.
12
Connect one normally closed
G1 ES
6
output from ATS2 to G1 engine
start (ES) connections. Assign to
Engine Start Source N.
7
1
Connect the ATS2 engine start contacts (on
the contactor or the field-connection terminal
ATS2 T B 1
on logic board
block) to G2 engine start (ES) connections.
SeeFigure4-22.
Figure 4-24Input and Output Connections for Three-Source Systems
ATS2
6883
TP-6883 4/2182 Section 4 Setup
4.13Communications
4.14Set Passwords
Use the Set Communications menu to set the
communication parameters for serial or Ethernet
connections.See Section 5, Communications, for
instructions.
Set Passwords
BY"Main
Setup Password
BY"Back
Test Password
BY"Back
Figure 4-25Setting/Changing Passwords
Two passwords control access to the Test and Setup
menus. Passwords are 4-digit numerical values ranging
from 0000 to 9999. The default passwords are set to
0000. Change the passwords to prevent unauthorized
access to the Test initiation menus and system settings.
Note: A DIP switch on the controller’s main logic board
allows the setup password to be disabled. The
DIP switch does not disable the test password.
Old Password ?
New Password ????
BackSave
Old Password ?
New Password ????
BackSave
???
Incorrect Password
???
Incorrect Password
TP-6883 4/2183Section 4 Setup
4.15Calibration
4.16Setting the Current to Zero
DANGER
Hazardous voltage.
Will cause severe injury or death.
Only authorized personnel should
open the enclosure.
T esting live electrical circuits. Hazardous voltage or
current will cause severe injury or death. Have trained and
qualified personnel take diagnostic measurements of live
circuits. Use adequately rated test equipment with electrically
insulated probes and follow the instructions of the test
equipment manufacturer when performing voltage tests.
Observe the following precautions when performing voltage
tests: (1) Remove all jewelry. (2) Stand on a dry, approved
electrically insulated mat. (3) Do not touch the enclosure or
components inside the enclosure. (4) Be prepared for the
system to operate automatically.
(600 volts and under)
The transfer switch voltage and current sensing (if
equipped) are calibrated at the factory.If voltage
recalibration is necessary, refer to the transfer switch
installation manual or service manual for instructions to
check the voltages, and then use the Calibration menu
to enter the measured values. See Figure 4-27.
The metered current can be set to zero. This can be
done with any screen showing, but zeroing the current
whileviewingthecurrentmeteringscreenis
recommended. See the Operation Menus shown in
Section 1.6.
Procedure to Set the Current to Zero
1. Remove all loads from the transfer switch.
2. Press buttons 1 and 4 on the controller. See
Figure 4-26.
1
1. Button 1
2. Button 4
GM85884
2
Figure 4-26User Interface Panel
The current sensing accessory is required in order f or
the transfer switch to measure and display the current
values.See Section 7.4. Use a clamp-on current
sensing meter to measure the current and enter the
measured values through the Setup Menu- Calibration
shown below.
For three-phase models, the voltage and current for all
phases will appear and can be calibrated.
Calibrate
Calibration
BY"Main
L-NVoltages
Source N(E)
BY"Back
Calibrate
L - L Voltages
Source N(E)
BY"Back
Calibrate
Load Current
BY"Back
4.17Reset Data
The Reset Data menu allows the service technician to
reset the maintenance records, event history, and other
items. See Section 1.12.
Calibrate
L1 - L0 Voltage
BY"Back
Calibrate
L1 - L2 Voltage
BY"Back
Calibrate
LA Current
BY"Back
L1 - L0 VAC ###
Cal VAC ? ??
BackSave
L1 - L2 VAC ###
Cal VAC ?
BackSave
LA Amps ####
Cal Amps ?
BackSave
??
???
Figure 4-27Calibration
TP-6883 4/2184 Section 4 Setup
Section 5 Communications
5.1Introduction
The Decision-Makerr MPAC 1500 controller has three
types of communications connections:an RS-485
serial port, an ethernet port, and a USB port.
Kohler authorized distributors and dealers can use a
personal (laptop) computer with Kohlerr SiteTecht
software to view and adjust controller parameters, view
event history, import and export parameter files, and
update controller firmware.See TP-6701, SiteTech
Software Operation manual, for instructions.
The controller uses Modbusr TCP/IP communication
protocol over the Ethernet port and Modbusr RTU
communication protocol over the serial port.The
Modbus registers are available in the Modbus Protocol
manual. See the List of Related Materials.
The controllercan sendencapsulated Modbus
messages over the network connection.Only one
Modbus address can be assigned to the controller,
regardless of the communication port or protocol being
used.
Note: ModbusrapplicationsrequireaModbus
software driver written by a trained and qualified
systems programmer.
5.2Connections
5.2.1USB Port SiteTech Connection
A personal computer and Kohler SiteTech software can
be used for changing controller settings. Use a USB
cable to connect the controller to a personal computer.
See Figure 5-1 for the USB port location on the front of
the controller assembly. Remove the small port cover
and use a USB cable with a mini-B connector to connect
the controller’s USB port to the computer.
See TP-6701, SiteTech Software Operation Manual, for
instructions to use the software. Disconnect the USB
cable from the controller and replace the protective
cover when finished.
3
Modbusr is a registered trademark of Schneider Electric.
GM85888
3. USB connection (below port cover)
Figure 5-1USB Connection (for SiteTech)
TP-6883 4/2185Section 5 Communications
5.2.2Modbus Connection
5.2.3Ethernet Connection
The controller is equipped with a Modbus port with an
RS-485 connector.See Figure 5-2 for the RS-485
Modbus connector location.
Use serial connections to TB2 on the main logic board to
connect the transfer switch to a personal computer for
system monitoring, an optional remote annunciator, or a
Modbus network. See the transfer switch Installation
Manual for connection instructions.
TheserialportisanisolatedRS-485portwith
connection speeds of 9.6, 19.2, and 57.6 kbps.
Use Modbus RTU (remote terminal unit) protocol for
communication through the serial port. A map of the
Modbus codes for this controller is available. Contact
your local distributor/dealer.
Note: ModbusrapplicationsrequireaModbus
software driver written by a trained and qualified
systems programmer.
1
The Ethernet communication accessory board is
standard equipment on the MPAC 1500 controller. The
communication board is installed onto the controller
board as shown in Figure 5-3.
1
1
2
GM85884
1. Ethernet communication board with RJ-45 connector
2. Access opening for Ethernet cable
Figure 5-3Ethernet Board (controller cover
removed for illustration only)
2
GM85884
1. RS-485 Modbus connections
2. Access opening for RS-485 cables
Figure 5-2Modbus Connections (controller cover
removed for illustration only)
The Ethernet communication accessory board allows
the transfer switch to be connected to a building’s
Ethernet network to communicate with personal
computers connected to the same subnet. See the
transfer switch Installation manual for connection
instructions.
Note: For an ethernet connection, obtain an IP address
and subnet mask number from the local system
administrator.
Use the Setup menus or a personal computer
connected to the controller’s USB port and Kohler
SiteTechsoftwaretosetthecommunication
parameters. Assign a port number, IP address, and
subnet mask number from the controller’s front panel.
The Ethernet communication board may have a default
IP address assigned at the factory for test purposes.
Change the IP address to an address owned by the
user.See Section 4.13 for instructions to set the
communication parameters.
The controller can communicate with up to five (5)
simultaneous TCP/IP (ethernet) connections. These
five connections do not include the RS-485 serial port.
In the extreme case, five users may be communicating
with the controller via TCP/IP network connections and
another may be communicating through the serial port,
for a total of six (6) communication channels. As the
controller is asked to communicate with more and more
outside devices, the communication will slow down.
TP-6883 4/2186 Section 5 Communications
5.3Communications Setup
Use the controller display and keypad or a personal
computer with Kohlerr SiteTecht software connected
to the USB port to set the communication parameters for
serial or ethernet connections.The controller uses
Modbusr communication protocol.
5.3.1Modbus Serial Communication
Setup
Static Subnet Mask. Obtain subnet mask information
from the local network administrator. All devices that
communicate with each other on the same local network
must use the same subnet mask.
Static Default Gateway. Obtain gateway information
from the local network administrator.
DHCP Server. Displayed for information only. Provide
this value to the network administrator if there are
problems with DHCP.
Set the following communication parameters for serial
communication. Also see Figure 5-6 for a summary of
these settings.
Note: ModbusrapplicationsrequireaModbus
software driver written by a trained and qualified
systems programmer.
Modbus Baud Rate. Required for serial connections.
The baud rate must match the baud rate of the
connected PC.
Modbus Slave Addr.Assign a unique address
between 0 01 and 247 to the serial port.
5.3.2Network Communication Setup
Work with your local network administrator to set the
following communication parameters for Ethernet
communication.
See Figure 5-6 for a summary of the following settings.
Modbus TCP Unit ID.The unit ID is required for
Modbus over TCP communication. The unit ID for TCP
communication is analogous to the Modbus address for
serial communication through the RS-485 ports. The
factory default setting is 2.
Modbus TCP Server Enabled. Enable (set to True) to
enable TCP if the transfer switch is connected to a
network for TCP/IP communication (for example,
ethernet communication).
MAC address.The MAC hardware address is
factory-set. It can be seen in the View>Communications
Setup menus but not viewed or changed in the setup
menus.
5.3.3Setup Using the Controller
Keypad
Use the Set Communications menu to set the
communication parameters for serial or ethernet
connections. See Figure 5-4.
The Modbus port on the controller circuit board is Port 0.
DHCP Enabled. Factory set to False. Setting this
parameter to True enables dynamic host configuration
protocol (DHCP), which allows a DHCP server to
automatically assign a dynamic IP address, subnet
mask, and default gateway to the MPAC controller.
Work with your local network administrator to determine
whether DHCP is required.
Static IP Address. The transfer switch may have a
default IP address assigned at the factory. Change the
IP address to a static IP address owned by the user.
Obtain an IP address, subnet mask, and default
gatewayinformationfromthelocalnetwork
administrator.
TP-6883 4/2187Section 5 Communications
5.3.4Setup Using SiteTech
Use a USB cable, male USB A to male USB mini-B, to
connect the MPAC controller to a personal computer.
Then use Kohler SiteTech software to set the
communication parameters for serial or Ethernet
connections. See Figure 5-5 and TP- 6701, SiteTech
Software Operation Manual.
SiteTech software is available only to Kohler authorized
distributor and dealers.
Some parameter names in SiteTech are slightly different
than what is shown the controller display. Figure 5-6
shows both names.
Set Communications
Communications Setup
MODBUS Server TCP
MODBUS Server TCP
Enabled/Disabled
BY"Main
BY"Back
Communications Setup
MODBUS Server Port 0
BY"Back
Communications Setup
MODBUS Addr Port 0
BY"Back
Communications Setup
Baud Rate Port 0
BY"Back
Communications Setup
MODBUS TCP Unit ID
BY"Back
Communications Setup
IP Address
BY"Back
BackSave
MODBUS Server Port 0
Enabled/Disabled
BackSave
MODBUS Addr Port 0
#
##
BackSave
Baud Rate Port 0
#####
BackSave
MODBUS TCP Unit ID
002
BackSave
IP Address
###.###.###.###
BackSave
Baud rate: 9600,
19200 or 57600
Communications Setup
Subnet Mask
BY"Back
Communications Setup
Default Gateway
BY"Back
Communications Setup
DHCP Status
BY"Back
Subnet Mask
###.###.###.###
BackSave
Default Gateway
###.###.###.###
BackSave
DHCP Status
Enabled/Disabled
BackSave
Figure 5-4Communications Setup from the Controller Display and Keypad
TP-6883 4/2188 Section 5 Communications
*
*
*
*
* Obtain from the local network administrator
Figure 5-5Communications Setup using Kohlerr SiteTecht Software (typical screen shown)
TP-6883 4/2189Section 5 Communications
Setting
as shown in SiteTech
and on the controller display
SiteTech:Modbus Enabled
Controller: Modbus Server Port 0
SiteTech:Modbus Baud Rate
Controller: Baud Rate
SiteTech:Modbus Slave Address
Controller: Modbus Address
SiteTech:Modbus Parity
Controller: (not shown on controller)
SiteTech:Modbus Stop Bits
Controller: (not shown on controller)
SiteTech:DHCP Enabled
Controller: DHCP Status
SiteTech:Static IP Address
Controller: IP Address
SiteTech:Static Subnet Mask
Controller: Subnet Mask
SiteTech:Static Default Gateway
Controller: Default Gateway
SiteTech:DHCP Server
Controller: (not shown on controller)
SiteTech:Modbus TCP Unit ID
Controller: Modbus TCP Unit ID
SiteTech:Modbus TCP Server Enabled
Controller: Modbus Server TCP
SiteTech:MAC Address
Controller: MAC Address (view menu only)
* Do not use the factory settings for IP address, subnet mask, or default gateway. Obtain these settings from your local network
administrator.
RangeDefaultNotes
True or False
Enabled or Disabled
9600, 19200, 5760019200Baud rate in bits per second for serial communication
001-2470Address for the RS -485 serial port (on the logic
Read onlyNoneNot adjustable.
Read only1Not adjustable.
True or False
Enabled or Disabled
See notes.*Obtain from your local network administrator. Every
See notes.*Obtain from your local network administrator.
See notes.*Obtain from your local network administrator.
Read only—Displayed in SiteTech for information only.
001-247002The unit ID is required for Modbus over TCP
True or False
Enabled or Disabled
Not AdjustableFactory-
True
Enabled
False
Disabled
True
Enabled
set
Enable for network communication through the
ethernet port.
between the controller and a personal computer’s
COM port.
board).
Dynamic host communication protocol. Enable if
required; check with your local network administrator.
device on the network must have a unique IP
address.
All devices that communicate with each other on the
same local network must use the same subnet mask.
communication.
Enable (set to True) to enable TCP/IP communication
(for example, Ethernet communication).
Hardware address, entered at the factory. Not
adjustable.
Figure 5-6Communication Parameters
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5.4Parameter Files
5.5Controller Firmware Updates
The parameter setting files can be exported to a
personal computer (PC) using Kohlerr SiteTecht
software. Use a USB cable to connect the PC to the
controller.The resulting file can be opened using a
spreadsheet program on your computer. Modification of
the settings in the file is not recommended.
Parametersettingscanbeloadedontothe
MPAC controller from a saved file. This can be useful for
service or controller replacement. See the SiteTech
Operation Manual for instructions to export and import
files.
Kohler may release updated versions of the controller
firmware. A personal (laptop) computer connected to
the USB port and Kohlerr SiteTecht software are
required for updating the firmware on the controller.
Have an authorized distributor/dealer load an updated
version of the controller firmware, if necessary. See
TP-6701 for instructions to update the firmware.
TP-6883 4/2191Section 5 Communications
Notes
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Section 6 Scheduled Maintenance
6.1Introduction
Regular preventive maintenance ensures safe and
reliable operation and extends the life of the transfer
switch.Preventive maintenance includes periodic
testing, cleaning, inspection, and replacement of worn
or missing components. Section 6.4 contains a service
schedule for recommended maintenance tasks.
A local authorized distributor/dealer can provide
complete preventive maintenance and service to keep
the transfer switch in top condition. Unless otherwise
specified, have maintenance or service performed by an
authorized distributor/dealer in accordance with all
applicable codes and standards.See the Service
Assistance section in this manual for how to locate a
local distributor/dealer.
Keep records of all maintenance or service.
Replace all barriers and close and lock the enclosure
door after maintenance or service and before reapplying
power.
WARNING
Disabling the generator set. Accidental starting can
cause severe injury or death.Before working on the
generator set or equipment connected to the set, disable the
generator set as follows: (1) Press the generator set off/reset
button to shut down the generator set. (2) Disconnect the
power to the battery charger, if equipped. (3) Remove the
battery cables, negative (- ) lead first. Reconnect the negative
(- ) lead last when reconnecting the battery. Follow these
precautions to prevent the starting of the generator set by the
remote start/stop switch.
DANGER
Hazardous voltage.
Will cause severe injury or death.
Disconnect all power sources before
opening the enclosure.
DANGER
Accidental starting.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Disconnect the battery cables before
working onthe generatorset.
Remove the negative (- ) lead first
when disconnecting the battery.
Reconnect the negative (- ) lead last
when reconnecting the battery.
Disabling the generator set. Accidental starting can
cause severe injury or death.Before working on the
generator set or equipment connected to the set, disable the
generator set as follows: (1) Move the generator set master
switch to the OFF position. (2) Disconnect the power to the
battery charger. (3) Remove the battery cables, negative (- )
lead first.Reconnect the negative (- ) lead last when
reconnecting the battery. Follow these precautions to prevent
starting of the generator set by an automatic transfer switch,
remote start/stop switch, or engine start command from a
remote computer.
Hazardous voltage.
Will cause severe injury or death.
Only authorized personnel should
open the enclosure.
DANGER
Hazardous voltage. Moving parts.
Will cause severe injury or death.
Operate the generator set only when
all guards and electrical enclosures
areinplace.
TP-6883 4/2193Section 6 Scheduled Maintenance
Grounding electrical equipment. Hazardous voltage will
cause severe injury or death. Electrocution is possible
whenever electricity is present. Ensure you comply with all
applicable codes and standards. Electrically ground the
generator set, transfer switch, and related equipment and
electrical circuits. Turn off the main circuit breakers of all
power sources before servicing the equipment. Never contact
electrical leads or appliances when standing in water or on wet
ground because these conditions increase the risk of
electrocution.
Servicing the transfer switch. Hazardous voltage will
cause severe injury or death. Deenergize all power sources
before servicing. Turn off the main circuit breakers of all
transfer switch power sources and disable all generator sets
as follows: (1) Move all generator set master controller
switches to the OFF position. (2) Disconnect power to all
battery chargers. (3) Disconnect all battery cables, negative
(- ) leads first.Reconnect negative (- ) leads last when
reconnecting the battery cables after servicing. Follow these
precautions to prevent the starting of generator sets by an
automatic transfer switch, remote start/stop switch, or engine
start command from a remote computer. Before servicing any
components inside the enclosure: (1) Remove all jewelry. (2)
Stand on a dry, approved electrically insulated mat. (3) Test
circuits with a voltmeter to verify that they are deenergized.
Short circuits.Hazardous voltage/current will cause
severe injury or death. Short circuits can cause bodily injury
and/or equipment damage.Do not contact electrical
connections with tools or jewelry while making adjustments or
repairs. Remove all jewelry before servicing the equipment.
(ESD) damages electronic circuit boards.Prevent
electrostatic discharge damage by wearing an approved
grounding wrist strap when handling electronic circuit boards
or integrated circuits. An approved grounding wrist strap
provides a high resistance (about 1 megohm), not a directshort, to ground.
6.2Testing
6.2.1Weekly Generator Set Exercise
Use the exerciser to start and run the generator set
under load once a week to maximize the reliability of the
emergency power system.See Section 4.4 for
instructions to program the exerciser.
D Watch and listen for signs of excessive noise or
vibration during operation.
D After the switch transfers the load to the standby
source, end the test and verify that the expected
sequence of operations occurs as the transfer switch
retransfers to the preferred source and signals the
generator set to shut down after a cooldown period.
D On programmed-transition units, verify that the time
delay in the OFF position functions during transfer to
the standby source and transfer back to the preferred
source.
6.3Inspection and Service
Contact an authorized distributor/dealer to inspect and
service the transfer switch annually and also when any
wear, damage, deterioration, or malfunction of the
transfer switch or its components is evident or
suspected.
6.3.1External Inspection
Keep the transfer switch clean and in good condition by
performing a weekly general external inspection of the
transfer switch for any condition of vibration, leakage,
excessive temperature, contamination, or deterioration.
Remove accumulations of dirt, dust, and other
contaminants from the transfer switch’s external
components or enclosure with a vacuum cleaner or by
wipingwithadryclothorbrush.
Note: Do not use compressed air to clean the transfer
switch because it can cause debris to lodge in the
components and damage the switch.
Tighten loose external hardware. Replace any worn,
missing,orbrokenexternalcomponentswith
manufacturer-recommendedreplacementparts.
Contact a local authorized distributor/dealer for specific
part information and ordering.
6.2.2Monthly Automatic Control
System Test
Test the transfer switch’s automatic control system
monthly. See Section 1.8 for the test procedure.
D Verify that the expected sequence of operations
occurs as the switch transfers the load to the
emergency source when a preferred source failure
occurs or is simulated.
D Observe the indicator LEDs included on the transfer
switch to check their operation.
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6.3.2Internal Inspection
6.3.3SPD Inspection
DANGER
Hazardous voltage.
Will cause severe injury or death.
Disconnect all power sources before
opening the enclosure.
Disconnect all power sources, open the transfer switch
enclosure door, and inspect internal components
monthly or when any condition noticed during an
externalinspectionmayhaveaffected internal
components.
Contact an authorized distributor/dealer to inspect and
service the transfer switch if any of the following
conditions are found inside the transfer switch.
D Accumulations of dirt, dust, moisture, or other
contaminants
D Signs of corrosion
D Worn, missing, or broken components
DANGER
Hazardous voltage.
Will cause severe injury or death.
Only authorized personnel should
open the enclosure.
On transfer switches equipped with optional surge
protective devices (SPDs), check the following items
every two months:
D SPD status indicators
D Condition of SPD connecting leads
6.3.4Other Inspections and Service
Haveanauthorizeddistributor/dealerperform
scheduledmaintenance,service,andother
maintenance that ensures the safe and reliable
operation of the transfer switch.See Section 6.4,
Service Schedule, for the recommended maintenance
items and service intervals.
D Loose hardware
D Wire or cable insulation deterioration, cuts, or
abrasion
D Signsofoverheatingorlooseconnections:
discoloration of metal, melted plastic, or a burning
odor
D Other evidence of wear, damage, deterioration, or
malfunction of the transfer switch or its components.
If the application does not allow a power interruption for
the time required for the internal inspection, have an
authorized distributor/dealer performthe internal
inspection.
6.3.5Model KGS/KGP Bypass/Isolation
Switches
For Model KGS/KGP bypass/isolation switches, have a
Kohlerauthorizeddistributor/dealerperformthe
following additional maintenance checks every year.
Refer to the transfer switch Service Manual for
instructions when necessary.
D Apply dielectric grease to movable finger assemblies,
if possible.
D Takethermal readings of each socket after the socket
has been energized for at least 3 hours. Any readings
on the socket surface that exceed 65_C(149_F)
indicateaneedtoreplacethesocket. Recordthe
amperage levels when taking the thermal readings.
D With the transfer switch r emoved, locate the bolt that
retains the pin for each power connector and ensure
that it is properly torqued.
D With the bypass de-energized, locate the bolt that
retains the socket for each power connector (where
accessible) and verify that it is properly torqued.
Have an authorized distributor/dealer repair or replace
damagedorworninternalcomponentswith
manufacturer-recommended replacement parts.
TP-6883 4/2195Section 6 Scheduled Maintenance
6.4Service Schedule
Followtheserviceschedulebelowforthe
recommended service intervals.Have all service
performed by an authorized distributor/dealer except for
activities designated by an X, which may be performed
by the switch operator.
Adjust,
Repair,
Replace
CleanTe s tFrequency
System Component or Procedure
See
Section
Visually
Inspect
Check
Electrical System
Check for signs of overheating or loose connections:
discoloration of metal, melted plastic, or a burning odor
Check the contactor’s external operating mechanism
for cleanliness; clean and relubricate if dirty *
Inspect wiring insulation for deterioration, cuts, or
abrasion. Repair or replace deteriorated or damaged
wiring
Tighten control and power wiring connections to
specifications
Check the transfer switch’s main power switching
contacts’ condition; clean or replace the main contacts
or replace the contactor assembly as necessary
For Model KGS/KGP bypass/isolation switches,
perform the additional checks in Section 6.3.5.
6.3.1XXY
6.3.1X
6.3.1XDDY
2DDY
S/MDDDY
6.3.5, S/MDDDY
D (clean
and lube)
Y
Control System
Exercise the generator set under load6.2.1XW
Test the transfer switch’s automatic control system6.2.2
1.8
Test all indicators (LEDs) and all remote control
systems for operation
I/MXDDDY
XXM
General Equipment Condition
Inspect the outside of the transfer switch for any signs
of excessive vibration, leakage, high temperature,
contamination, or deterioration *
Check that all external hardware is in place, tightened,
and not badly worn
Inspect the inside of transfer switch for any signs of
excessive vibration, leakage, high temperature,
contamination, or deterioration *
Check that all internal hardware is in place, tightened,
and not badly worn
SPD Modules (if equipped)
Check status indicators
Check condition of connecting leads
* Service more frequently if the transfer switch is operated in dusty or dirty areas.
See Section: Read these sections carefully for additional information before attempting maintenance or service.
Visually Inspect: Examine these items visually.
Check: Requires physical contact with or movement of system components, or the use of nonvisual indications.
Adjust, Repair, Replace: Includes tightening hardware and lubricating the mechanism. May require replacement of components depending
upon the severity of the problem.
Clean: Remove accumulations of dirt and contaminants from external transfer switch’s components or enclosure with a vacuum cleaner or by
wipingwithadryclothorbrush. Do not use compressed air to clean the switch because it can cause debris to lodge in the components and cause
damage.
Tes t: May require tools, equipment, or training available only through an authorized distributor/dealer.
Symbolsusedinthechart:
X= The transfer switch operator can perform these tasks.
D=An authorized distributor/dealer must perform these tasks.
I/M = Transfer Switch Installation Manual
S/M = Service Manual. An authorized distributor/dealer must perform
these tasks.
6.3.1XXM
6.3.1XXXM
6.3.4DDDY
6.3.4XDDY
7.10XD
7.10XD
W=Weekly
M=Monthly
Q=Quarterly
S=Semiannually (every six months)
Y=Yearly (annually)
Every
2months
TP-6883 4/2196Section 6 Scheduled Maintenance
Section 7 Accessories
7.1Introduction
This section describes the hardware options that are
availablewiththeDecision-MakerrMPAC 1500
controls. The following accessories are available:
D Accessory modules
D Controller disconnect switch
D Current monitoring
D Digital meter: displays voltage, frequency, current,
power, and more (factory-installed)
D Load shed module (available on programmed-
transition and closed-transition models only)
D Line-to-neutral voltage monitoring
D Supervised transfer control switch
D Surgeprotectiondevice(SPD)
D User interface cover
7.2Accessory Modules
The following types of accessory modules (also referred
to as accessory boards) are available:
D Standard input/output module
D High power input/output module
D Alarm module with Chicago alarm function
D External battery module
See the transfer switch Installation Manual for field
connection instructions.If the modules are not
factory-installed, refer to the installation instructions
provided with the accessory kits.
The m ounting kit holds up to five optional modules. The
maximum total current draw is 300 mA. See Figure 7-1.
If an External Battery Module is installed, there is no
current restriction.
1
2
2
2
3
4
5
1. Cable connection (defined as the TOP regardless of
orientation)
2. I/O modules (if equipped)
3. Alarm module (if equipped)
4. External battery module (must be last, if equipped)
5. Mounting plate
Figure 7-2Accessory Module Mounting
GM46258
The accessory modules with mounting kit are shown in
Figure 7 -2.
Module Current Draw Specifications, mA
Alarm Module75
Standard I/O Module75
High Power I/O Module100
Figure 7-1Option Board Types
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7.2.1Input/Output (I/O) Modules
Two types of input/output modules are available. The
standard I/O Module has two inputs and six outputs.
The high-power I/O module has two inputs and three
outputs.See Figure 7-4 through Figure 7-6 for I/O
module illustrations and specifications.
1
2
1
2
3
4
1. Input LEDs 7 and 8 for inputs 1 and 2
2. Input connector
3. Output connector
4. Output LEDs 1- 6
Figure 7-3Standard I/O Module
Inputs
Available Inputs2
Input DefinitionContact Closure
Current5mAMax
Connection TypeTerminal Strip
Wire Size#14-24 AWG
Max Distance700 feet
Outputs
Outputs Available6
Contact TypeForm C (SPDT)
Contact Voltage Rating
Connection TypeTerminal Strip
Wire Size#14-24 AWG
2A@30VDC
500 mA @ 125 VAC
Figure 7-4Standard Input/Output Module
3
GM41093
4
1. Input LEDs 1 and 2
2. Input connector
3. Output connector
4. Output LEDs 3 - 5 for outputs 1, 2, and 3
Figure 7-5High-Power I/O Module
Inputs
Available Inputs2
Input DefinitionContact Closure
Current5mAMax
Connection TypeTerminal Strip
Wire Size#14-24 AWG
Max Distance700 feet
Outputs
Outputs Available3
Contact TypeForm C (SPDT)
12 A @ 24 VDC
Contact Voltage Rating
Connection TypeTerminal Strip
Wire Size#14-24 AWG
12 A @ 250 VAC
10 A @ 277 VAC
2A@480VAC
Environmental Specifications
Temperature-40Cto85C(-40Fto185F)
Humidity35% to 85% noncondensing
Figure 7-6High-Power Input/Output Module
GM42186
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Note: Each I/O module must have unique address.
Use the address DIP switches on the I/O module to
assign a unique (different) address to each module as
shown in Figure 7-7. Assign addresses in order from 1
to 4. An LED for each DIP switch lights to indicate that
theswitchisclosed.
D Three-source systems. Three-source systems use
two transfer switches and two standby power sources
in addition to the preferred power source. The EBSM
provides power to the second ATS controller when
the preferred source (connected to ATS1) is
supplying the load. See Section 4.12 for instructions
to set up a three-source system.
The alarm module’s fixed address is 5. The battery
module’s fixed address is 6.
Use the Set Inputs/Outputs menu to assign input and
output functions. See Section 4.9 for instructions.
LEDs on the module circuit board light to indicate that
each input or output is active.
Both switches OFF
Address=1 shown
DIP Switch
12
OffOff1
OnOff2
OffOn3
OnOn4
Address
Figure 7-7Address DIP Switch Settings
The EBSM produces 2 amps at 12 VDC with 9- 36 VDC
input. The EBSM input is reverse-polarity protected.
The EBSM outputs a low battery voltage signal when the
external battery voltage falls below 11 VDC for a 12-volt
system or 22 VDC for a 24-volt system.
1
3
4
2
1. Connector P20
2. LED indicators
3. Battery input connection terminal block TB13
4. 12/24 volt DIP switch SW11-1. OFF=12 VDC, ON = 24 VDC
GM42227-A
7.2.2External Battery Supply Module
(EBSM/BOB)
The external battery supply module (EBSM) kit allows
connection to the generator set engine start battery(ies)
or other batteries to provide 12 VDC power to the ATS
Figure 7-8External Battery Supply Module
DIP Switch SW11-1 SettingBattery Voltage
OFF12 VDC
ON24 VDC
Figure 7-9Battery Voltage Selection
controller. The EBSM may also be referred to as the
battery option board (BOB).
The EBSM kit is required for the following applications:
D Systems using extended engine start time
delays.The EBSM provides power to the ATS
controller during extended time delays longer than 15
seconds,when neithertheNormalnorthe
Emergency source is available.
D Installations with frequent utility power outages.
The EBSM provides power to the ATScontroller when
neither source is available, preserving the controller’s
backup battery.
TP-6883 4/2199Section 7 Accessories
7.2.3Alarm Module
Alarm Board DIP Switches
See Figure 7 -10 for the alarm module.
The functions provided by this board are:
D 90 dB Audible alarm (any alarm function can be
programmed to t rigger the audible alarm)
D Chicago alarm operation
D Preferred source selection
D Supervised transfer control (supervised transfer
control switch required)
D Connection for external alarm
The alarm board has a fixed address = 5.
1
2
There are four DIP switches on the alarm module board.
Some of the switches are not used. See Figure 7-11. To
enable the preferred source selection, set DIP switch 1
to ON. If the supervised transfer switch is installed on
theATS,setDIPswitch2toON.
DIP SwitchFunction
1Preferred source selection
2Supervised transfer enable
3Not used
4Not used
Figure 7-11Alarm Board DIP Switches
Preferred Source Selection
The alarm module is required for preferred source
selection. To enable the preferred source selection, set
DIPswitch1toON. ThenseeSection4.8.3for
instructions to select Source N or Source E as the
preferred source.
External Alarm
A customer-supplied external alarm horn can be
connected to the alarm module at terminal block TB14.
Connect to the normally open or normally closed contact
as recommendedbythealarm manufacturer ’s
instructions. See Figure 7-12.
4
1. Supervised Transfer Switch Connection, P22
2. External Alarm Connection, TB 14
3. Alarm Indicator, LED1
4. DIP Switches
Figure 7-10Alarm Module
ItemSpecification
Wire Size#12-22 AWG Cu
GM40764
3
Contact Voltage Rating
500 mA @ 120 VAC
250 mA @ 240 VAC
Figure 7-12External Alarm Connection
Specifications
Audible Alarm Setup
The alarm board is equipped with a 90 dB audible alarm.
The audible alarm can be set to sound under selected
fault conditions. Use the Common Alarms Setup menu
to assign functions to the audible alarm. See Section
4.10 for instructions to set Audible Alarm: Y for each
function that should trigger the alarm.
Alarm Operation, Normal Mode
In Normal Mode, the horn sounds anytime a fault event
happens in the system. The horn continues to sound
unless the alarm silence button is pressed. When the
fault is cleared, the alarm silence is ended and reset for
the next alarm.
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