This supplement updates the LT, LC, and RST Operator’s, Installation, and Service Manuals to include information on the 5-button exercise clock available on current production units.
SUPPLEMENT USE
Write Refer to Supplement on the pages of the manuals listed above that refer to the exercise
clock.
Insert this supplement inside the front cover of the manuals listed above.
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FIVE BUTTON EXERCISE CLOCKS
NOTE: After one minute of button inactivity, the
home menu (see Figure 2) will be redisplayed and any changes made that weren’t
saved by pressing the OK button will be lost.
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OK
MENU
FIGURE 1. FIVE BUTTON EXERCISER CLOCK
Figure 3 shows the five operator buttons.
D The Menu button is used to activate a menu
or to break off the process.
D The Selector (Arrow) button is used to select
menu topics and one of the four available modes
of operation (Automatic Operation
Override
Continuous Override Off
, Continuous Override On , and
).
, Manual
NOTE: The mode symbols are not included on
the right side of the display (see Figure 2). They
are included in this document for reference purposes only. The
button must point to the relative position of the symbol shown in this document to select the desired mode (see Figure 3).
D The OK button is used to save changes.
Figure 3 also shows the following clock features.
D The available menu topics are displayed at the
top of the screen.
D When being programmed, indicators for change-
over (SU/Wi) and the date (D/M/Y) are displayed
beneath the menu topics.
D The clock displays the time and the day of the
week (1 = Monday).
D Around the clock are segments showing when an
exercise period is set.
D Near the right bottom corner is a circle indicating
the exercise state (black = active, white = inactive).
NOTE: There is an audible click whenever an exercise period starts or stops.
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D The and buttons are used to change val-
ues.
SUMMER/WINTER INDICATOR
REAL TIME, SWITCHING TIME
CLR = DELETE SWITCHING TIMES
COPY = COPY SWITCHING TIMES
FrEE = DAYS WHEN NO EXERCISE
PERIOD IS SET
ACTUAL DAY OF THE WEEK
OR PROGRAM DAY
SEGMENT DISPLAY OF THE
EXISTING PROGRAM
(1 SEGMENT = 30 MINUTES)
MENU BUTTON ACTIVATES
THE MENU OR BREAKS
OFF THE PROCESS
SELECTOR BUTTON
SU/Wi
SU/Wi
MINUS AND PLUS BUTTONS
CHANGE THE VALUES
MENU TOPICS
SET TIME CHECK... ON
PROG DATE NEW...OFF
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FIGURE 2. EXERCISER CLOCK HOME MENU
DAY/MONTH/YEAR
SYMBOL FOR AUTOMATIC OPERATION*
SYMBOL FOR MANUAL OVERRIDE*
SYMBOL FOR CONTINUOUS OVERRIDE ON*
SYMBOL FOR CONTINUOUS OVERRIDE OFF*
EXERCISE STATE:
ACTIVE
INACTIVE
OK BUTTON CONFIRMS
THE INPUT AND SAVES
THE CHANGES
* THESE SYMBOLS ARE NOT
INCLUDED ON THE CLOCK.
FIGURE 3. FIVE BUTTON EXERCISER CLOCK FEATURES
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To reset the exerciser clock:
The clock is not pre-programmed. The clock can be
reset to erase just the existing day and time settings
or it can be reset to erase all existing day, time, and
exercise program settings.
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D To erase just the existing day and time settings,
simultaneously press the MENU, +, and − but-
tons. The screen will go blank. When the buttons
are released two sets of dashes will be momentarily displayed (−−−−) and then the clock is displayed with the time set to midnight ( 0:00).
D To erase all existing day, time, and exercise pro-
gram settings, simultaneously press all five buttons. The screen will go blank. Release the
MENU button while continuing to press the other
buttons. Two sets of dashes will be displayed
(−−−−). After three seconds have passed, release the remaining four buttons. The clock is
then displayed with the time set to midnight
( 0:00).
To set the time:
1.. With the exerciser clock powered, press the
MENU button. Use the selector button
to se-
lect SET TIME which is displayed in the upper
left-corner of the display (see Figure 4).
SET TIME
FIGURE 5. SET TIME
To set the date and summer/winter changeover:
1.. Press the MENU button. Use the selector but-
ton
to select SET TIME and press the OK
button.
2.. Press the selector button
to select DATE
and then press the OK button. The current year
is displayed flashing and D/M/Y
is displayed
with the “Y” underlined (see Figure 6).
SET
DATE
D/M/Y
FIGURE 6. SETTING THE YEAR
3.. Press the + or − buttons until the correct year is
displayed. Press the OK button. The day and
month will then be displayed with the day flashing and D
/M/Y is displayed with the “D” under-
lined (see Figure 7).
FIGURE 4. SETTING THE TIME
2.. Press the OK button. The word “DATE” is dis-
played. Press the OK button again. The time is
displayed with the hour value flashing. The time
displayed is based upon a 24 hour clock (military time).
Example: 2:00 PM = 14:00.
3.. Press the + or − buttons until the correct hour is
displayed. Press the OK button. The minute
value will then flash.
4.. Press the + or − buttons until the correct minute
is displayed. Press the OK button. The home
menu is redisplayed showing the set time (see
Figure 5).
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SET
DATE
D/M/Y
FIGURE 7. SETTING THE DAY AND MONTH
4.. Press the + or − buttons until the correct day (1
thru 31) is displayed. Press the OK button. The
month value will then flash and D/M
/Y will be
displayed with the “M” underlined.
5.. Press the + or − buttons until the correct month
(1 thru 12) is displayed. Press the OK button.
The summer/winter changeover menu is displayed with the selected region flashing (see
Figure 8).
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SET
DATE
SU/Wi
FIGURE 8. SUMMER/WINTER CHANGEOVER
MENU
6.. To set the clock for summer/winter changeover
(daylight savings time), press the + or − buttons
to select the appropriate region (see Table 1)
and then press the OK button. The home menu
is redisplayed. The matching number for the
current day of the week will be underlined.
Examples: 1 = Monday
7 = Sunday
NOTE: If you do not wish any changeover, se-
lect the nonE setting. If you wish to set
changeover times different from one of
the preset times, select
and follow
the instructions included in Table 1.
TABLE 1. SUMMER/WINTER CHANGEOVER
INFORMATION
Choice
EuroLast Sunday in
GbLast Sunday in
USFirst Sunday in
nonENo changeoverNo changeover—
Beginning of
Summertime
March
March
April
Freely programmable date with regards to the
change from summer to winter time.
Northern Hemisphere:
Use the + and − buttons to put in the date at
which the summer time starts and ends at your
location/in your country. The weekday is
automatically allocated to the date.
Southern Hemisphere:
For the southern hemisphere, the date at which
the summer time starts/ends must be
programmed for the same year.
Use the + and − buttons to set the year and
then press the OK button.
Use the + and − buttons to set the actual day
and month of summer time and then press the
OK button.
Use the + and − buttons to set the actual day
and month of real time and then press the OK
button.
End of
Summertime
Last Sunday in
October
Last Sunday in
October
Last Sunday in
October
Country/
Area
European
Union
Great
Britian
North
America
To set exercise start and stop times:
NOTE: The start and stop time for an exercise peri-
od must both be in the same day. For example, you cannot have a 30 minute exercise
period start at 23:45 on one day and stop at
0:15 on the following day.
1.. Press the MENU button. The selector button
will pointing at PROG. Press the OK button.
2.. The selector button
will be pointing at PROG
NEW. Press the OK button again. “ON” is dis-
played in the top right corner of the screen and
the first day of the week is underlined (see Figure 9).
ON
PROG NEW
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FIGURE 9. SETTING THE DAY OF THE WEEK THE
EXERCISE IS TO BEGIN
3.. To select a different day, press the + or − buttons
until the desired day is underlined.
NOTE: If an exercise period is already set for
the selected day, the program and CL r
will be displayed. If you wish to delete
the set program, press the OK button.
4.. Press the OK button. The starting time (0:00) is
flashed (see Figure 10).
ON
PROG NEW
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FIGURE 10. EXERCISE CLOCK MENU
5.. Press the + or − buttons to set the starting time
for the exercise (see Figure 11).
NOTE: If you lightly press the + or − buttons, the
value changes in one minute increments. If you press and hold the + or −
buttons, the value changes in ten minute increments.
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ON
PROG NEW
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FIGURE 11. SETTING THE EXERCISE STARTING
TIME
6.. Press the OK button. The starting time is still
displayed and “OFF” is now displayed in the upper right corner of the screen (see Figure 12).
Press the + button to set the exercise stop time.
b. If you do not wish to set any additional exer-
cise periods, press the MENU button until
the home menu is redisplayed.
NOTE: On the day that the exercise is to be-
come active, segments will be displayed around the clock showing
when the exercise period is set (see
Figure 14).
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PROG NEW
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FIGURE 12. SETTING THE EXERCISE STOP TIME
7.. Press the OK button. Press the OK button again
to save the exercise program.
NOTE: If the Delete Program menu is dis-
played (see Figure 13), CL r is displayed, indicating that the exercise program can be deleted by pressing the
OK button.
PROG NEW
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FIGURE 14. SET EXERCISE
To copy an exercise program:
1.. Once a set exercise program has been saved,
press the selector button
to display the copy
menu (see Figure 15).
PROG NEW
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FIGURE 15. COPY EXERCISE MENU
2.. Press the + button to select the day of the week
that you wish to include the same exercise period. Press the OK button.
8.. Copy the set program, set an additional exercise period, or exit the the program input.
a. If you wish to copy the set program, see “To
copy an exercise program” in the next column.
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3.. If you want the exercise to occur on additional
days, repeat the copy procedure.
4.. To terminate setting exercise programs, press
the MENU button until the home menu is redis-
played.
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To erase (delete) exercise programs:
1.. Press the MENU button. The selector button
will pointing at PROG. Press the OK button.
2.. The selector button
will be pointing at PROG
NEW. Press the OK button again.
4.. Repeatedly press the OK button to view the ex-
ercise starting and stop times. A clock is displayed showing the exercise start and stop
times.
NOTE: If no exercise periods are set, FrEE is
displayed instead of the time.
3.. Use the + or − buttons to select the day of the
week that the exercise is set. When the correct
day is selected, segments will be displayed
around the clock showing when the exercise
period is set and Cl r is displayed in the center of
the clock (see Figure 16).
4.. Press the OK button. The clock will be reset to
midnight ( 0:00) and new exercise settings can
be entered. If you do not wish to set up a new
exercise period, press the MENU button until
the home menu is redisplayed.
PROG NEW
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FIGURE 17. CHECKING THE EXERCISE START
TIME
5.. To terminate checking the exercise program,
press he MENU button until the home menu is
redisplayed.
Permanent On/Off Mode:
The Permanent On/Off (Manual Override) mode reverses the set exercise state. It is initiated by using
the selector button
mode
(see Figure 18). The exercise state indica-
to select the Manual Override
tor shown in the bottom right corner of the display will
then be reversed.
To check the exercise program:
1.. Press the MENU button. The selector button
will pointing at PROG. Press the OK button.
2.. The selector button
NEW. Press the selector button
will be pointing at PROG
button again
so that it points to TIME CHECK... Press the OK
button.
3.. Use the + or − buttons to select the day of the
week that the exercise is set to begin. Press the
OK button.
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FIGURE 18. SELECTING PERMANENT ON/OFF
MODE
To exit the Permanent On/Off mode, press the selector button
until the Automatic Operation mode
is selected. The exercise state indicator shown in
the bottom right corner of the display will go back to
its normal state.
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To initiate or override exercise program(s):
The exerciser clock has a built-in test feature. Once
the clock time has been set, the selector button
can be used to select Continuous Override ON
mode
Continuous Override OFF mode
to initiate a test (see Figure 19) or select
to cancel a test
in progress (see Figure 20).
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To exit either mode, press the selector button until Automatic Operation mode
is selected. The exercise state indicator shown in the bottom right corner of the display will go back to its normal state.
Mains Failure:
If the clock is disconnected from AC power or the AC
power source fails, “no U” is displayed (see Figure
Test Overcrank Function for Three-Wire Starting5-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INCORRECT SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS CAN RESULT IN
DEATH, SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY, AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE. SERVICE PERSONNEL MUST BE QUALIFIED TO PERFORM ELECTRICAL AND/
OR MECHANICAL SERVICE.
WARNING
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Safety Precautions
This manual includes the following symbols to indicate potentially dangerous conditions. Read the manual
carefully and know when these conditions exist. Then take the necessary steps to protect personnel and the
equipment.
DANGER
WARNING
This symbol warns of immediate hazards that will result in severe personal injury or death.
This symbol refers to a hazard or unsafe practice that can result in severe personal injury
or death.
CAUTION
This symbol refers to a hazard or unsafe practice that can result in personal injury or prod-
uct or property damage.
High voltage in transfer panel components presents serious shock hazards that can result in severe personal
injury or death. Read and follow these suggestions.
Keep the transfer panel cabinet closed and locked. Make sure only authorized service personnel have access
to the cabinet.
Due to the serious shock hazard from high voltages within the cabinet, all service and adjustments to the transfer panel must be performed only by an electrician or authorized service personnel.
Instructions to Authorized Service Personnel
If the cabinet must be opened for any reason:
1. Move the operation selector switch on the generator set to OFF.
If the transfer panel is equipped with the 3-Wire Start Option, move the toggle switch to the Stop position.
2. Remove the AC power source to the cabinet.
3. Disconnect the starting batteries of the generator set (remove the ground [−] lead first).
Place rubber insulative mats on dry wood platforms over metal or concrete floors when working on any electrical equipment. Do not wear damp clothing (particularly wet shoes) or allow skin surfaces to be damp when
handling any electrical equipment.
Jewelry is a good conductor of electricity and should be removed when working on the electrical equipment.
Do not work on this equipment when mentally or physically fatigued, or after consuming alcohol or any drug
that makes the operation of equipment unsafe.
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1.Introduction
INSTALLATION MANUAL
This manual provides information necessary for
installing an RST (residential standby) transfer panel.
INTRODUCTION
The transfer panel is capable of automatic operation without operator involvement. It performs the
following basic functions:
1. Senses interruption of the Normal power
source.
2. Sends a start signal to the generator set (Emergency power source).
3. Transfers the load to the Emergency power
source.
4. Senses the return of the Normal power source.
5. Retransfers the load to the Normal power
source.
6. Sends a stop signal to the generator set.
NORMAL
OVERCURRENT
PROTECTIVE DEVICE
LOAD
OVERCURRENT
PROTECTIVE DEVICE
TRANSFER PANEL APPLICATION
Transfer panels are an essential part of a building’s
standby or emergency power system. The Normal
power source, commonly the utility line, is backed
up by an Emergency power source, often an electric
generating set. The transfer panel supplies the
electrical load with power from either of these two
sources.
The load is connected to the common of the transfer
panel (Figure 2-1). Under normal conditions, the
load is supplied with power from the Normal source
(as illustrated). If the Normal power source is interrupted, the load is transferred to the Emergency
power source. When Normal power returns, the
load is retransferred to the Normal power source.
The transfer and retransfer of the load are the two
basic functions of a transfer panel.
RST Transfer Panel is a trademark of Onan Corporation.
EMERGENCY
FIGURE 2-1. LOAD TRANSFER PANEL
(TYPICAL FUNCTION)
TRANSFER PANEL PROTECTION
Transfer panels are continuously rated devices.
With proper maintenance, they carry load currents
up to their nameplate ratings for any time duration.
Transfer panels are designed to withstand normally
occurring surge currents from electrical devices in
their load circuits. They are also designed to withstand the surge currents, which can occur on a
short circuit or fault condition, as long as the available fault current does not exceed the rating of the
panel and it’s protective device, and the transfer
panel is installed with proper protective equipment.
Automatic transfer panels are required to be
installed with appropriate overcurrent protection on
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the normal source side and the emergency side of
the transfer panel (Figure 2-1). Protective devices
may be circuit breakers, fuses, or other suitable
overcurrent protective system components. A list of
allowable protective equipment is affixed to the
transfer panel. The listed protective device must be
installed at some point in the circuit between the
transfer panel and the electrical services that feed
the device.
MODEL IDENTIFICATION
Identify your model by referring to the Model and
Specification number as shown on the nameplate.
Electrical characteristics are shown on the lower
portion of the nameplate, which is located on the
cabinet door.
When contacting the dealer or distributor regarding
the transfer panel, always give the complete Model,
Specification, and Serial number. This information
is necessary to properly identify your unit among
the many types manufactured.
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE
When the transfer panel requires servicing, contact
your nearest dealer or distributor. Factory-trained
Parts and Service representatives are ready to handle all your service needs.
If unable to locate a dealer or distributor, consult the
Yellow Pages. Typically, our distributors are listed
under:
GENERATORS-ELECTRIC,
ENGINES-GASOLINE OR DIESEL, OR
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES-EQUIPMENT,
PARTS AND SERVICE.
For the name of your local Cummins
/Onan or
Onan-only distributor in the United States or Canada, call 1-800-888-ONAN. (This automated service
utilizes touch-tone phones only.) By entering your
area code and the first three digits of your local telephone number, you will receive the name and telephone number of the distributor nearest you.
For the name of your local Cummins-only distributor, or if you need more assistance, please call:
Onan Corporation,
1-612-574-5000,
7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Central Standard Time,
Monday through Friday.
When contacting your distributor, always supply the
complete Model Number and Serial Number as
shown on the nameplate.
Cummins is a registered trademark of Cummins Engine Company.
Onan is a registered trademark of Onan Corporation.
PowerCommand is a trademark of Onan Corporation.
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2.Mounting
LOCATION
The location of the transfer panel varies with the application. Locate the panel in proximity of the commercial power supply circuit breaker. There should
be enough room to add another circuit breaker to
the emergency side of the transfer panel. A typical
residential installation is shown in Figure 2-1.
The National Electrical Code (NFPA No. 70,
Art 702−6) should be used as a guide for all AC wiring connections.
WARNING
installed by qualified electricians. Improper
installation presents hazards of electrical
shock and improper operation, resulting in severe personal injury or property damage.
There must be a service disconnect in the commercial supply power line ahead of the transfer panel.
Cabinet dimensions are listed in Table 2-1.
Choose a vibration-free mounting surface that will
support the weight of the panel. Avoid locations
where unauthorized persons can damage or open
the cabinet or that are near flammable liquids or
gases; such as fuel tanks, or are hot, moist, or
dusty; such as dryer vent lines.
Electrical connections must be
WALL MOUNTING
1. Use four 3/8 inch bolts for wall mounting. Refer
to Figures 2-2 and 2-3 for the outline drawing of
the panel. Measure and mark wall for drilling.
Before drilling, check the location to be sure
that no wires, or plumbing, gas, or exhaust
lines run behind the wall.
2. Install two mounting bolts in the wall for the top
cabinet mounting keyholes.
3. With the shipping box standing so the cabinet is
upright, carefully remove the top and sides of
the shipping box.
4. Raise the cabinet and mount it on the two
mounting bolts in the wall. Provide support for
the cabinet during installation.
WARNING
vere personal injury. Have sufficient personnel for lifting and mounting the cabinet.
5. Install two bottom mounting bolts, but do not
tighten. (Do not remove the cabinet support until all bolts are installed.)
6. Push the cabinet against the wall. If the cabinet
will not align flush against the wall, shim the
mounting bosses as required.
Improper lifting can cause se-
WARNING
Because an electrical arc will occur
during transfer, the panel must not be located
near batteries, fuel tanks, solvents, or other
sources of flammable liquids or gases.
Amp
Rating
60, 120 lbs29 in18 in11.06 in28.43 in
100(54.43kg)(737mm)(457mm)(281mm)(722mm)
200155 lbs34 in21.5 in11.06 in31.87 in
7. Tighten all mounting bolts.
Refer to the outline drawings shown in Figures 2-2
and 2-3 for mounting hole dimensions.
TABLE 2-1. APPROXIMATE NEMA 1
CABINET DIMENSIONS
Depth With
WeightHeightWidth
(70.31kg)(864mm)(546mm)(281mm)(809mm)
Door
Closed Open
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UTILITY
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
GENSET
MAIN DISTRIBUTION PANEL
SUB-PANEL
TRANSFER
PANEL
ELECTRIC
DISCONNECT
GAS
LINE
ELECTRICAL SERVICE
FROM GENSET
NOTE:The transfer panel, sub-panel, and main distribution
panel must be installed inside the building
FIGURE 2-1. TYPICAL WALL-MOUNT INSTALLATION
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FIGURE 2-2 TYPICAL 60 & 100 AMP OUTLINE DRAWING
310-0924 REV. A
MODIFIED 6/99
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FIGURE 2-3. TYPICAL 200 AMP OUTLINE DRAWING
310-0925 REV. A
MODIFIED 6/99
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3.Wiring
WARNING
AC voltages and currents present
an electrical shock hazard that can cause severe personal injury or death. Only trained and
experienced personnel are to perform the following procedures.
WIRING CONSIDERATIONS
The correct wiring hub must be used when installing
conduit to maintain the cabinet rating. When installing conduit, observe the following precautions:
1. Before beginning conduit installation, cover the
transfer panel to prevent accidental entry of
metal chips.
2. If using rigid conduit between the generator set
and the transfer panel, install at least 2 feet
(610 mm) of flexible conduit between the rigid
conduit and generator set to absorb vibration.
3. Run control circuit wiring in separate conduit
from the AC wiring; otherwise, induced currents could cause operational problems within
the panel.
Control wire must be of the stranded type. Do
not use solid wire.
AC CONNECTIONS
Perform wiring in the following sequence:
1. Test the operation of the generator set from its
own controls.
2. Stop the generator set by pushing the control
switch to OFF and disconnect the negative (−)
lead from the cranking battery to prevent starting.
WARNING
set from starting before wiring procedures
are performed presents a shock hazard that
can cause severe personal injury or death.
Table 4-1 shows the type and range of conductor sizes the transfer panel will accept.
4. Cutouts can be made through the top, bottom,
or sides of the cabinet. (Refer to the transfer
panel control box outline drawings in section
2.)
CAUTION
Installation debris can cause
equipment failure and damage. Use extreme care to keep drill chips and filings out
of the relays, contacts, and other parts of
the automatic transfer panel when mounting or connecting conduit. Screwdrivers
should be used carefully to prevent damage to components.
3. Connect conductors of sufficient size to carry
rated current from the line, load, and generator
set directly to the transfer panel terminals.
The Normal power and Emergency power connections are marked L1, L2 and L3 The load
connections are marked T1, T2 and T3. A neutral bar with lugs is standard. See Figure 3-1.
Use the National Electrical Code (NFPA No.
70, Ar t 702−6) as a guide for AC wiring connections and type between the genset and the
transfer panel.
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NORMAL
POWER SOURCE
EMERGENCY
POWER SOURCE
A B C
L1 L2 L3
GND TERMINAL
FIGURE 3-1. RST GENSET LINE CONNECTIONS
4. On this 240-volt single phase switch, connect
the two hot lines to the L1 and L3 lugs and connect the neutral line to the neutral bar.
5. Connect power cables to the load terminals T 1
and T3. Tighten the lugs as indicated in Table
4-2.
A B C
L1 L2 L3
NEUTRAL BAR
T1 T2 T3
A B C
LOAD
NOTE: 200 Amp panel is
shown as reference only.
CONTROL CONNECTIONS
Connections of standard and optional control wiring
are made at terminal blocks TB2 and
(Figure 3-2).
optional
TB3
6. Make sure both AC power sources are disconnected.
WARNING
AC voltages and currents present an electrical shock hazard that can
cause severe personal injury or death.
Make sure that both AC power sources are
disconnected.
TABLE 4-2. LUG TORQUES
SET SCREW SOCKET SIZE MINIMUM TORQUE
(ACROSS FLATS)FOR PROPER OPERATION
Use number 18 to number 12 AWG wire. Resistance must not exceed 0.5 ohm per line. Use
stranded wire only. For connections to the TB2
screw terminals, use number 8 ring or spade terminals. For connections to TB3, strip the insulation
back 3/8 inch (10 mm).
Two-Wire Starting:
ter-cooled generator sets uses terminals B+, GND
(ground), and RMT of terminal block TB2.
Two-wire starting for Onan wa-
tached to TB2) is installed from TB2-2 to TB2-B+
and another from TB2-B+ to TB3-1. Make no other
connections to TB2; terminals GND, 2, B+, and
RMT.
WARNING
Improper wiring of start-stop connections can result in severe personal injury or
equipment damage. Carefully follow all wiring
instructions and make no other connections to
TB2; terminals GND, 2, B+, and RMT when a
three-wire start system is used.
(OPTIONAL) Three-Wire Starting:
(Available only
with a field installed 3-Wire Start Kit.)
Three-wire starting for Onan generator sets uses
terminals 1, 2 , 3 , 4 , and 5 of terminal block TB3 (Figure 3-4).
Connect terminals 1, 2, 3, and 4 to terminals on the
generator set, as shown in Figure 3-4. With diesel
sets that use the preheat circuit, connect terminal 5
on TB3 to terminal H on the generator set control.
Terminals 6, 7 , and 8 of TB3 (Figure 3-5) are for connection to the overcrank alarm contacts. These
(Form C) contacts are rated for 4 amperes at 120
VAC or 3 amperes at 30 VDC and are provided for
customer use.
Ground Switching:
Determine whether your generator set has a switching ground or a switching B+
remote start system:
1. Measure the DC voltage from the Start terminal
to the Ground terminal. (The starting battery
must be connected.)
If 12 VDC is measured, it is a switching
ground system.
If 0 VDC is measured, it is a switching B+
system.
For 3-wire start systems using a switching ground,
install or make sure a jumper (provided in envelope
attached to TB2) is connected from TB2-GND to
TB2-2. Make no other connections to TB2; terminals GND, 2, B+, and RMT.
For 3-wire start systems using switching B+, install
or make sure a jumper (provided in envelope at-
INSTALL JUMPER
TB2-1 TO TB2−2
FOR REMOTE
GROUND SIGNAL
INSTALL JUMPER
TB2-2 TO TB2-3 FOR
B+ REMOTE START
SIGNAL
TB2
GRD
2
B+
RMT
5
6
7
8
FIGURE 3-3. TWO WIRE START CONNECTIONS
GENERATOR SET
TERMINALS
BATTERY+
GROUND
STOP
START
PREHEAT
NO
COM
NC
OVERCRANK
ALARM CONTACTS
TB3
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
FIGURE 3-4. THREE-WIRE START CONNECTIONS
3-3
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INSPECTION AND CLEANUP
Inspect all wiring to be certain that:
• Wiring does not interfere with switch operation.
• Wiring will not be damaged as door opens and
closes.
• No wiring is left loose and unconnected.
After mounting and wiring the cabinet, clean the interior with a vacuum cleaner to remove any chips,
filings, or dirt from the cabinet interior and components.
Installation is not yet complete.
Do not energize the transfer panel until instructed to
do so in Sections 4 and 5.
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4.Setup and Calibration
BEFORE CALIBRATING
The RST transfer panel is equipped with two control
package options:
• Control package A has preset undervoltage
sensing and time delays.
• Control package B has adjustable undervoltage sensing and adjustable time delays.
After installing the transfer panel, the undervoltage
sensing must be calibrated. Control package B and
any optional electronic modules must be adjusted
to the desired settings.
LOAD/NO-LOAD SWITCH
LOCATED ON CIRCUIT BOARD
EXERCISER CLOCK
LOCATED BEHIND
COVER (CONTROL
PACKAGE B ONLY)
CONTROL
BOARD COVER
LOCATED ON CIRCUIT BOARD
Install J1 Connector
Install connector J1 when all of the wiring is complete. Also install connectors for any installed options.
WARNING
rear side of the cabinet door present a shock
hazard that can cause severe personal injury or
death. Use extreme caution to avoid touching
electrical contactors whenever the cabinet door
is open.
AUTO/MANUAL SWITCH
CONTROL STATUS INDICATOR LEDS
LOCATED ON CIRCUIT BOARD
J1/P1 CONNECTOR
AC power within the cabinet and the
3-PHASE/1−PHASE
SWITCH LOCATED
BEHIND COVER
(CONTROL
PACKAGE B ONLY)
OPTIONAL
EXERCISER
CLOCK
(CONTROL
PACKAGE A)
OPTIONAL
3-WIRE START
BATTERY
CHARGER
GROUNDING
LUGS
TB2
CONTACTOR
ASSEMBLY
NEUTRAL
BAR
FIGURE 4-1. LOCATION OF CONTROL COMPONENTS
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Connect the Battery
Make sure that the RUN switch on the generator is
in the OFF position and connect the battery (negative [−] lead last). If applicable, reconnect the external battery charger.
WARNING
Ignition of explosive battery gases
can cause severe personal injury. Do not smoke
or cause any arc, spark, or flame while servicing
batteries.
Connect AC Line Power
Connect AC line power to the automatic transfer
panel. The Normal Available and Normal Connected LEDs on the control board will light if the voltage sensors are calibrated. See Figure 4-2.
VOLTAGE SENSORS
Control package A has undervoltage sensing for
one phase of the Normal and Emergency sides with
fixed pickup and dropout settings. The Pickup voltage is preset to 85% of Normal, and Dropout is preset to 75% of Pickup.
Control package B has three phase undervoltage
sensing for the Normal side and single phase sensing of the Emergency side. This control has adjustable pickup and dropout settings. Pickup is adjustable from 85% to 100% of Normal, and Dropout is
adjustable from 75% to 98% of Pickup. The adjustment procedure is described in the following section.
FIGURE 4-2. CONTROL BOARD LEDs
NORMAL
PICKUP
EMERGENCY
CALIBRATION
NORMAL
CALIBRATION
NORMAL
DROPOUT
EMERGENCY
PICKUP
EMERGENCY
DROPOUT
STOP
RETRANSFER
DELAY
TRANSFER
DELAY
START
FIGURE 4-3. CONTROL PACKAGE B ADJUSTMENTS
4-2
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Undervoltage Sensor Calibration
Voltage sensors monitor the Normal and Emergency power sources for an undervoltage condition.
• The Emergency sensor monitors the Emer-
gency (generator set) power source.
To calibrate the undervoltage sensors:
CAUTION
Incorrect setting of the calibration
(Cal) adjustments will result in abnormal operation of the transfer switch.
WARNING
AC power within the cabinet and the
rear side of the cabinet door presents a shock
hazard that can cause severe personal injury or
death. Use extreme caution to avoid touching
electrical contacts whenever the cabinet door is
open.
All adjustments are made by turning the appropriate
potentiometer with a screwdriver. The adjustment
potentiometers are accessed by removing the cover from the control board.
A separate voltage sensor is used for each power
source. The adjustment pot locations are shown in
Figure 4-4.
• The Normal sensor monitors the Normal (util-
ity) power source.
Control Package A
1. Check that nominal voltage is present on all
phases of the source being calibrated (Normal
and Emergency).
2. Move the calibration switch (Figure 4-4) to the
CAL position. Turn the Normal or Emergency
calibration potentiometer fully counterclockwise.
3. Slowly turn the Normal or Emergency calibration (Cal) potentiometer counterclockwise until
the Source Available LED corresponding to the
source sensor being calibrated turns ON.
4. The undervoltage sensor is now calibrated.
Repeat this procedure for the other source.
5. Move the calibration switch to the 85% position. This sets the sensor to 85% pickup and
75% dropout.
UNDERVOLTAGE
PICKUP AND
DROPOUT
ADJUSTMENT POTS
(4) CONTROL
PACKAGE B ONLY
FIGURE 4-4. UNDERVOLTAGE CALIBRATION, PICKUP AND DROPOUT ADJUSTMENT
CALIBRATION
SWITCH (S4)
CONTROL
PACKAGE A ONLY
POTENTIOMETERS
4-3
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Control Package B
1. Check that nominal volatage is present on all
phases of the source being calibrated (Normal
and Emergency).
2. Perform the following for the Normal source undervoltage sensor:
a. Turn the Normal Pickup pot (Figure 4-4)
fully clockwise to 100% pickup.
b. Turn the Normal calibration (Cal) pot fully
counterclockwise.
c. Turn the Normal Dropout pot fully clock-
wise to 97% dropout.
3. Turn on Normal source and check for nominal
voltage.
4. Slowly turn the Normal calibration (Cal) potentiometer clockwise until the Normal Available
lamp just turns ON.
5. Perform the following for the Emergency
source undervoltage sensor:
a. Turn the Emergency Pickup pot fully clock-
wise to 100% pickup.
b. Turn the Emergency calibration (Cal) pot
fully counterclockwise.
c. Turn the Emergency Dropout pot fully
clockwise to 97% dropout.
6. Turn on Emergency source and check for nominal voltage.
7 Slowly turn the Emergency calibration (Cal) po-
tentiometer clockwise until the Emergency
Available lamp just turns ON.
8. Turn off both power sources.
Proceed to Undervoltage Pickup and Dropout Adjustments.
Undervoltage Pickup and Dropout
Adjustments (Control Package B Only)
Undervoltage dropout occurs when an undervoltage condition is sensed. Pickup occurs when an
acceptable voltage is sensed. Undervoltage dropout and pickup are preset on control package A. Undervoltage dropout and pickup are adjustable over
the following ranges on control package B:
FUNCTION ADJUSTMENT RANGE
Pickup85% to 100% of nominal voltage
Dropout75% to 98% of pickup voltage
To set the pickup and dropout percentages, align
the slots on the potentiometers with the desired
markings as shown in Figure 4-4).
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TIME DELAYS
The time delays control the four following functions:
• Start time delay
• Stop time delay
• Transfer time delay
• Retransfer time delay
The time delays on control package A are preset as
follows:
The time delays on control package B are adjustable over the following ranges:
DELAYADJUSTMENT RANGE
Start0 to 15 seconds
Stop0 to 10 minutes
Transfer0 to 120 seconds
Retransfer0 to 30 minutes
To set the time delays, align the slots on the potentiometers with the desired markings (see Figure
4-5).
FIGURE 4-5. CONTROL PACKAGE B TIME DELAY ADJUSTMENT
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3-WIRE START MODULE (OPTIONAL)
The 3-Wire Start module has two adjustable timers.
The Preheat timer delays the start signal to allow
preheating the generator set. The Preheat timer’s
range of adjustment is 0 to 60 seconds.
If a preheat delay is desired, make sure that the Preheat timer’s On/Off switch is in the On position.
Programming the exerciser clock requires setting
the time of day and entering the exercise start and
stop times as described in the following sections.
The exerciser clock has backup power for approximately six hours. After six hours the day and time
will have to be reset. Exercise programs will not be
lost during a power outage (exercise programs are
stored in EEPROM).
To reset the exerciser clock program:
The Overcrank timer limits the time that the generator set starter is allowed to operate. The Overcrank
timer’s range of adjustment is 0 to 120 seconds.
To set the timers, align the slots on the potentiometers with the desired markings on the faceplate (Figure 4-6).
Resetting the exerciser clock erases all existing day, time and exercise program settings.
Depress and hold the arrow, plus and set buttons () (+) (
) simultaneously. Release the
plus and set buttons while continuing to hold
the arrow button. When all aspects of the LCD
display appear, release the arrow button.
To set the day and time:
1. With the exerciser clock powered, press all
three buttons simultaneously to reset the time.
The time display area will show (− − : − −) and a
small clock symbol will appear in the upper leftcorner of the display. Refer to Figure 4-7.
2. Press the arrow () button once to set the dayof-week. The clock symbol will begin flashing to
indicate the clock is being programmed and the
display will show midnight ( 0:00).
CLOCK
SYMBOL
PR INDICATES
PROGRAMMING
MODE
FIGURE 4-6. 3-WIRE START
EXERCISER CLOCK
The exercise clock is optional on RST Transfer Panels with control package A and is standard equipment on RST T ransfer Panels with control package
B.
The exerciser clock is used to start and run the generator set at programmable intervals and for selected durations. It is a 7-day, 24-hour clock that can
store and execute up to four start/stop programs per
day (one minute minimum duration). The exerciser
clock also has a test feature that can be used to initiate a genset start and run cycle.
4-6
TIME
DISPLAY
DAY
DISPLAY
ARROW
FIGURE 4-7. EXERCISER CLOCK
PLUS
SET
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3. Press the plus (+) button as many times as necessary until the current day-of-week is displayed.
Example: 1 = Monday, 2 = Tuesday, etc.
4. Press the arrow () button again to set the
hour of the day. The clock uses 24-hour (military) time.
5. Press the plus (+) button until the current hour
is displayed.
Example: 2:00 PM is 14:00.
6. Press the arrow () button again to set the
minutes.
7. Press the plus (+) button until the current minutes are displayed.
Note that by holding the plus (+) button down,
the minutes will increment in 5 minute intervals.
8. To set or change the exercise program, press
the arrow () button again and go to step two
in the following section. To return to the normal
operating mode, press the arrow () button
eight times (clock symbol appears in the display).
To set the exercise start and stop time:
1. Press the arrow () button four times to start
the programming mode.
2. The letters Pr will appear in the lower right hand
corner of the display when the programing
mode is reached (Pr will be flashing if there are
no existing programs).
Press the arrow () button as many times as
necessary to advance to the day to be programmed.
reached, press the set (
indicated, Figure 4-8).
Then increment the time with the plus (+) button to the desired Stop time. When the Stop
time is reached, press the set (
Mode is indicated, Figure 4-8).
) button (ON Mode is
) button (OFF
Example to exercise the genset one hour:
Set Start at 7:00 PM (19:00)
Set Stop at 8:00 PM (20:00)
Note that the exercise time is indicated by a
band of segments illuminated around the outer
ring of the clock from the start to the stop time.
To clear the program, press the plus and set (+)
(
) buttons at the same time.
4. Pressing the arrow () button advances to the
next day. The program is copied to the next day
if the next day does not have an existing program.
To change or clear the program, press the plus
and set (+) (
Double check the program setting for each
day . Press the arrow () button repeatedly
until the clock mode is passed and the program mode (Pr) is reached. Carefully check
each days program and clear any unwanted
programs.
5. When finished programming, press the arrow
() button until the clock appears in the upper
left corner of the display.
During the exercise period, the ON mode is indicated in the ellipse in the upper right corner of the
display (Figure 4-8).
) buttons at the same time.
To check the programs:
To clear an existing program for the day selected, press the plus and set (+) (
the same time.
3. Press the plus (+) button to increment the Start
time of the exercise program. The display will
show midnight ( 0:00). Note that by holding the
(+) button down, the minutes increment in 15
minute intervals. When the Start time is
) buttons at
Push the arrow () button to review each setting.
To erase (clear) a program:
Press the arrow () button until the program mode
(Pr) is reached. Press the arrow () button again to
select the desired day. To clear the program for the
day selected, press the plus and set (+) (
at the same time.
4-7
) buttons
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SEGMENTS INDICATE
EXERCISE TIME
TEMPORARY OVERRIDE MODE
(FLASHING HANDS INDICATES
PERMANENT ON/OFF MODE)
OFF MODE
ON MODE
To Initiate or Override an Exercise Program:
The exerciser clock has a built-in test feature. Once
the clock time has been set, the set button (
) can
be used to initiate a test or to cancel a test in progress.
With the normal source connected and available,
pressing the set (
) button once initiates a test sequence. A hand is displayed in the upper left corner
of the display and the ON mode is indicated inside
the ellipse in upper right corner of the display (Fig-
ure 4-8). Pressing the set (
) button again stops
the test and the ellipse indicates the OFF mode.
To temporarily override an activated exercise program,
momentarily
press the set () button. A small
hand will appear in the upper left corner of the display (Figure 4-8). The current program is overridden and the clock automatically sets the next program. Momentarily pressing the set (
) button
again returns to the current program.
FIGURE 4-8. EXERCISER CLOCK ON/OFF MODE
Permanent On/Off Mode:
Holding the set () button down until a
hand appears
in the upper left corner of the display
flashing
initiates the permanent On/Off mode. The ON mode
is indicated by a continuous band of segments illuminated around the clock. The OFF mode is indicated by all of the segments around the clock being
off. Pressing the set (
) button momentarily
toggles between the permanent On and permanent
Off modes. Holding the set (
) button down until
the clock symbol returns to the upper left corner of
the display, ends the continuous On/Off mode and
returns to the normal program mode.
4-8
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FLOAT BATTERY CHARGER
The float-charge battery charger regulates its
charge voltage to continuously charge the battery.
As the battery approaches full charge, the charging
current automatically tapers to zero amperes or to
steady-state load on the battery.
CAUTION
Always disconnect the battery charger from its AC source (remove the charger’s
AC input fuses) before disconnecting the battery cables. Otherwise, disconnecting the
cables can result in voltage spikes high enough
to damage DC control circuits.
NOTE: The pulsing meter indicates the charger is
working.
The battery charger is rated for 2 amperes at 12 or
24 VDC.
Power to the battery charger is supplied directly
from the Normal source through connector J6/P6.
The output of the battery charger is connected to
the GND and B+ terminals of TB2 (or TB3 if the
3-Wire Start module is used). Refer to sheets 2 and
4 of the schematic and wiring diagram package.
Battery Charger Float Voltage
The float voltage is set at the correct value at the
factory and should not require adjustment. However, if the battery shows signs of being overcharged
or undercharged, the float voltage can be adjusted.
A high specific gravity, bubbling of electrolyte, and
loss of water indicate a high float voltage. A low
specific gravity indicates a low float voltage.
WARNING
can cause severe personal injury. Do not
smoke or cause any spark, arc, or flame while
servicing batteries.
To check and adjust the float voltage, the following
tools are needed:
Ignition of explosive battery gases
1. Turn the operation selector switch for the generator set to OFF and disconnect the starting
battery (negative [−] lead first).
The selector switch is located on the generator set control panel on two-wire start systems and on 3-Wire Start module on threewire start systems.
2. Connect the fully charged battery (negative [−]
lead last) to the generator set and verify the
charge condition with the hydrometer.
A fully charged lead-acid battery will have a
specific gravity of 1.260 at 77
° F (25° C).
3. Connect the voltmeter directly to the battery
terminals and measure the voltage.
Make sure the 12/24 volt selector switch is in
the correct position.
4. Compare the voltage reading with the value
shown in Table 5-1. If the voltage is above or
below the recommended float voltage, open
the cabinet door and adjust as specified in Step
5. If the voltage is correct, proceed to Step 7.
• a fully charged test battery
• a hydrometer
• a small screwdriver
• an accurate voltmeter (0.5% accuracy
Checking the voltage:
Use the following proce-
dures to check the float voltage.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to adjust or test the
battery charger with a deeply discharged battery. Use a fresh, fully charged battery when adjusting or testing the charger.
TABLE 5-1. BATTERY FLOAT
VOLTAGES
Lead-Acid Batteries
Battery Voltage Float Voltage
1213.3
Nickel-Cadmium Batteries
Float Voltage Charge Per Cell
1.38 to 1.45 volts
Example: Float charge for 10 cell battery should
be 13.8 to 14.5 volts.
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5. Use a small screwdriver to turn the adjustment
potentiometer (located on charger panel)
counterclockwise to decrease the float voltage
and clockwise to increase the float voltage. Adjust in small steps and wait five minutes for the
voltage to stabilize before making additional
adjustments.
WARNING
AC power within the cabinet
and the rear side of the cabinet door presents a shock hazard that can cause severe
personal injury or death. Avoid touching
electrical contacts. Do not wear jewelry or
loose clo t h i n g . S t and on a dry , non-conductive surface such as a rubber mat or wooden platform.
6. When adjustments are complete, close and
lock the transfer panel cabinet door.
7. Disconnect the voltmeter from the battery terminals and disconnect the test battery (negative [−] lead first) from the generator set.
8. Reconnect the generator set starting battery
(negative [−] lead last) and place the operation
selector switch in the Auto (three-wire start) or
Remote (two-wire start) position.
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5. System Checkout
WARNING
AC power within the cabinet and the
rear side of the cabinet door presents a shock
hazard that can cause severe personal injury or
death. Use extreme caution to avoid touching
electrical contacts whenever the cabinet door is
open.
WARNING
Improper operation of the generator set presents a hazard that can cause severe
personal injury or death. Observe all safety precautions in your generator set Operation and
Installation manuals.
STARTING TEST
Two-Wire Starting
1. Move the selector switch on the engine control
to RUN. The generator set should start and run.
2. Move the selector switch to OFF. The generator set should stop. Return the selector switch
to Remote for automatic operation.
Three-Wire Starting (Optional)
2. Push the start button on the generator set control. The generator set should start and run.
3. Move the Stop/Auto/Handcrank switch from
Handcrank to Stop. The generator set should
stop.
4. Move the Stop/Auto/Handcrank switch to Auto.
The generator set should not start.
TEST TRANSFER WITH LOAD
1. Move the Load/No-Load switch on the control
circuit board to the Load position (Figure 4−1).
2. Keep the Auto/Man switch in the Auto position
at all times to enable the automatic retransfer
function.
3. Replace the cover over the circuit board and
close the cabinet door.
WARNING
and the rear side of the cabinet door presents a shock hazard that can cause severe
personal injury or death. Close the cabinet
door.
AC power within the cabinet
1. Move the Stop/Auto/Handcrank switch on the
3-Wire Start module to Handcrank.
LOAD/NOLOAD SWITCH
FIGURE 4−1. CONTROL CIRCUIT BOARD
4. Notify occupants prior to removing utility power.
AUTO/MAN SWITCH
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5. Turn o ff any electronic devices, computers etc.
prior to removing utility power.
TEST OVERCRANK FUNCTION
THREE-WIRE STARTING
If the standby power is supporting all circuits
within the home, turn off any electronic appliances and reduce other loads until the total
load does not exceed 80% of the generator’s
kW rating.
6. Remove the AC utility power to the transfer
panel.
If the transfer panel is wired to a secondary distribution panel, open the breaker(s) in the main
distribution panel that supply utility power to the
transfer panel.
7. After testing, return AC utility power.
8. Keep the transfer panel door securely closed at
all times and make sure only qualified service
personnel have access to the cabinet.
If the optional 3-Wire Start module is
installed:
1. Disconnect the positive start lead from the start
solenoid or starter.
2. Move the Stop/Auto/Handcrank switch on the
3-Wire Start module to Auto.
3. Turn On the remote test switch (if connected).
The Lockout lamp on the 3-Wire Start module
should light at the end of the crank period (0 to
120 seconds—per setting).
4. Turn off the remote test switch.
5. Move the Stop/Auto/Handcrank switch to Stop
and push the Overcrank Reset button (the
Lockout lamp should go out).
6. Reconnect the positive lead to the starter or
start solenoid.
7. Move the Stop/Auto/Handcrank switch to Auto.
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Cummins Power Generation
1400 73rd Avenue N.E.
Minneapolis, MN 55432
1-800-888-6626
763-574-5000 International Use
Fax: 763-528-7229
Cummins is a registered trademark of Cummins Inc.
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