Owner’s Manual Homelink Upgradeable Manual Transfer Switch MODEL NUMBER: _________________________ SERIAL NUMBER: _________________________ DATE PURCHASED:________________________ WARNING Loss of life. This product is not intended to be used in a critical life support application. Failure to adhere to this warning could result in death or serious injury. (000209b) Register your Generac product at: WWW.GENERAC.COM 1-888-GENERAC (888-436-3722) Para español , visita: http://www.generac.
Models: 6852 MTS 30A 8-10 CKT Pre-Wired Switch 6853 Kit, MTS 30A 8-10 CKT Pre-Wired Switch, 30A Cord and Resin Power Inlet Box 6854 Kit, MTS 30A 8-10 CKT Pre-Wired Switch, 30A Cord and Aluminum Power Inlet Box 9854 MTS 50A 10-16 CKT Pre-Wired Switch 9855 Kit, MTS 50A 10-16 CKT Pre-Wired Switch, 50A Cord and Aluminum Power Inlet Box 6869 Manual to Automatic Upgrade Kit WARNING California Proposition 65.
Table of Contents Section 1: Introduction and Safety Section 4: Operation Introduction ..........................................................1 Functional Tests .................................................. 9 Safety Rules .........................................................1 Manual Operation ................................................ 9 Safety Messages .........................................................1 Transfer Mechanism Manual Operation ......................
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Introduction and Safety Section 1: Introduction and Safety Introduction Safety Messages Thank you for purchasing a Generac Power Systems Inc. product. This unit has been designed to provide highperformance, efficient operation, and years of use when maintained properly.
Introduction and Safety Safety Symbols and Meanings DANGER WARNING Electrocution. High voltage is present at transfer switch and terminals. Contact with live terminals will result in death or serious injury. (000129) Electric shock. Only a trained and licensed electrician should perform wiring and connections to unit. Failure to follow proper installation requirements could result in death, serious injury, and equipment or property damage. (000155a) WARNING DANGER Electrocution.
Section 2: General Information Unpacking Carefully unpack the transfer switch. Inspect closely for any damage that might have occurred during shipment. The purchaser must file with the carrier any claims for loss or damage incurred while in transit. A 50A rated switch is suitable for use on circuits capable of delivering not more than 10,000 RMS symmetrical amperes, 250 VAC maximum, when protected by a 50A maximum circuit breaker (Square D HOM, General Electric THQL, or Eaton Cutler Hammer BR).
General Information Power Inlet Box (if equipped) The Power Inlet Box (PIB) safely connects a portable generator to the manual transfer switch. Two types of enclosure are available: • Corrosion-resistant aluminum • Non-metallic resin The conductor size range is as follows: PIB Rating 30A 50A Wire Range Conductor Tightening Torque 50 in-lbs (5.6 Nm) 8 - 14 AWG Lug Temp. Rating 167°F (75°C) Safe Use of Transfer Switch WARNING Consult Manual. Read and understand manual completely before using product.
Section 3: Installation Mounting the Transfer Switch DANGER Electrocution. Turn utility supply OFF before working on utility connections of the transfer switch. Failure to do so will result in death or serious injury. (000123) DANGER Equipment malfunction. Installing a dirty or damaged transfer switch will cause equipment malfunction and will result in death or serious injury. (000119) WARNING Equipment damage. Only qualified service personnel may install, operate, and maintain this equipment.
Installation NOTE: If used as a grounding conductor, the ground stud/pigtail in the non-metallic units is provided to ground metallic conduit when connecting to the non-metallic PIB. 5. Strip and insert incoming leads into terminals on power inlet. Insert white wire (neutral) into nickel plated screw terminal or white marking on the inlet. 6. Carefully fold wires into enclosure and reattach the bottom assembly or inlet onto box with screw removed earlier.
Installation the neutral terminal bar, and the ungrounded (hot) on the circuit breaker terminal. Installing Breakers 10. Size all conductors, raceways, conduits, and junction boxes, if required, to the applicable NEC code articles and follow the NEC installation requirements for the wiring method(s) selected. IMPORTANT NOTE: AFCI and GFCI circuit breakers are not provided by the factory.
Installation Automatic Upgrade Kit Installation 8. See Figure 9. Terminate normal power neutral to main lug (D) on neutral bar. 1. Turn transfer switch normal power supply circuit breaker OFF (open). G H F 2. Remove transfer switch cover, disconnect control wiring to cover, and verify electrical power has been turned off. 3. Disconnect normal power feeder conductors, the generator feeder conductors, and panelboard conductors from transfer mechanism. J 4. See Figure 3-3.
Section 4: Operation Functional Tests Following transfer switch installation and interconnection, inspect the entire installation carefully. A competent, qualified electrician should inspect it. The installation should comply strictly with all applicable codes, standards, and regulations. When absolutely certain the installation is proper and correct, complete a functional test of the system. CAUTION Equipment damage. Perform functional tests in the exact order they are presented in the manual.
Operation Return to Utility Source Side 1. Manually actuate switch by moving manual operating handle DOWN. 2. Remove manual operating handle from movable contact carrier arm. Return handle to storage bracket. Voltage Checks DANGER Electrocution. Turn utility supply OFF before working on utility connections of the transfer switch. Failure to do so will result in death or serious injury. (000123) DANGER Electrocution. High voltage is present at transfer switch and terminals.
Operation Checking Electric Operation (Portable Generator Only) To check the system for proper electrical operation, proceed as follows: 1. Verify generator is OFF. 2. Connect the electrical harness six position quick connector (from the lights and rocker switch of the front panel) to transfer switch main harness. 3. See Figure 3-2. Install transfer switch front cover with four (4) screws provided. 4.
Operation Installation Summary 1. Verify installation has been properly performed as outlined by the manufacturer and meets all applicable laws and codes. 2. Verify proper operation of the system as outlined in the appropriate installation and owner’s manuals. 3. Educate end user on proper operation, maintenance and service call procedures.
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Part No. 10000012180 Rev. A 07/21/17 ©2017 Generac Power Systems, Inc. All rights reserved Specifications are subject to change without notice. No reproduction allowed in any form without prior written consent from Generac Power Systems, Inc. Generac Power Systems, Inc. S45 W29290 Hwy. 59 Waukesha, WI 53189 1-888-GENERAC (1-888-436-3722) www.generac.
