Owner’s Manual

1 MODEL NUMBER: _____SERIAL NUMBER: _____DATE PURCHASED:_____Owner s ManualHomelink Upgradeable Manual Transfer Switch SAVE THIS Manual FOR FUTURE REFERENCEPara espa ol , visita: le fran ais, visiter : your generac product (888-436-3722)(000209b)WARNINGLoss 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 Upgradeable Manual Transfer Switch Owner s Manual (000005)WARNINGC alifornia Proposition 65. This product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.(000004)WARNINGC alifornia Proposition 65. Engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other :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 Box9854 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 KitAutomatic Transfer Switch Owner s ManualiiiSection 1: Introduction and SafetyIntroduction.

2 1 Safety Rules ..1 Safety Messages ..1 Safety Symbols and Meanings ..2 Section 2: General InformationUnpacking ..3 Equipment Description ..3 Transfer Switch Mechanism ..3 Transfer Switch Data Decal ..3 Transfer Switch Enclosure ..3 power Inlet Box (if equipped) ..4 Safe Use of Transfer Switch ..4 Load Management Options ..4 Section 3: InstallationMounting the Transfer Switch ..5 Mounting the power Inlet Box ..5 Connecting power Source and Load Lines ..6 Connecting Front Panel Wiring ..6 Installing Branch Circuit Conductors USA Installations ..6 Installing Branch Circuit Conductors Canadian Installations ..7 Installing Breakers ..7 Breakers Listed for Use ..7 Portable Generator Grounding Requirements.

3 7 Automatic Upgrade Kit Installation ..8 Section 4: OperationFunctional Tests .. 9 Manual Operation .. 9 Transfer Mechanism Manual Operation .. 9 Close to Generator Source Side .. 9 Return to Utility Source Side .. 10 Voltage Checks .. 10 Utility Voltage Checks .. 10 Generator Voltage Checks .. 10 Generator Tests Under Load .. 10 Checking Electric Operation (Portable Generator Only) .. 10 Checking Automatic Operation (Automatic HSB Generator Only) .. 11 Installation Summary .. 11 Shutting Generator Down While Under Load .. 12 Section 5: Drawings and DiagramsInstallation Drawing No. 0K8843-B .. 13 Interconnection Drawing No. 0K8845-A ( Manual Transfer Connections) .. 14 Interconnection Drawing No.

4 0K8844-C (Automatic Transfer Connections) .. 15 Table of ContentsTable of ContentsivAutomatic Transfer Switch Owner s ManualThis page intentionally left and SafetyHomelink Upgradeable Manual Transfer Switch Owner s Manual1 Section 1: Introduction and SafetyIntroductionThank you for purchasing a generac power Systems This unit has been designed to provide high-performance, efficient operation, and years of use whenmaintained properly. Read this Manual thoroughly and understand all of theinstructions, cautions, and warnings before using thisequipment. If any section of the Manual is notunderstood, contact your nearest IndependentAuthorized Service Dealer (IASD) or contact GeneracCustomer Service at 1-888-436-3722, with any questions or owner is responsible for proper maintenance andsafe use of the equipment.

5 Before operating or servicingthis transfer switch: Study all safety information in this Manual and onthe product carefully. Become familiar with this Manual and the unitbefore use. Refer to Installation for instructions on finalassembly procedures. Follow the these instructions for future reference. ALWAYS supply this Manual to any individual that will use information in this Manual is accurate based onproducts produced at the time of publication. Themanufacturer reserves the right to make technicalupdates, corrections, and product revisions at any timewithout RulesThe manufacturer cannot anticipate every possiblecircumstance that might involve a hazard.

6 The safetyinformation in this Manual , and on tags and decalsaffixed to the unit are, therefore, not all-inclusive. If usinga procedure, work method or operating technique thatthe manufacturer does not specifically recommend, verifythat it is safe for others. Also make sure the procedure,work method or operating technique utilized does notrender the equipment MessagesThroughout this publication, and on tags and decalsaffixed to the transfer switch, DANGER, WARNING, andCAUTION blocks are used to alert personnel to specialinstructions about a particular operation that may behazardous if performed incorrectly or carelessly. Observethem carefully. Their definitions are as follows:NOTE: Notes contain additional information important toa procedure and will be found within the regular text ofthis safety alerts cannot eliminate the hazards thatthey indicate.

7 Common sense and strict compliance withthe special instructions while performing the action orservice are essential to preventing accidents.(000001)DANGERI ndicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.(000002)WARNINGI ndicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,could result in death or serious injury.(000003)CAUTIONI ndicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,could result in minor or moderate and Safety2 Homelink Upgradeable Manual Transfer Switch Owner s ManualSafety Symbols and Meanings Any voltage measurements should be performedwith a meter that meets UL3111 safety standards,and meets or exceeds overvoltage class CAT III.(000129)DANGERE lectrocution.

8 High voltage is present at transfer switch and terminals. Contact with live terminals will result in death or serious injury. (000104)DANGERE lectrocution. Water contact with a power source, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.(000145)DANGERE lectrocution. In the event of electrical accident, immediately shut power OFF. Use non-conductive implements to free victim from live conductor. Apply first aid and get medical help. Failure to do so will result in death or serious injury.(000237)DANGERE lectrical backfeed. Use only approved switchgear to isolate generator from the normal power to do so will result in death, serious injury, and equipment damage.(000195)DANGERE lectrocution, equipment and property damage.

9 Handle transfer switches carefully when installing. Never install a damaged transfer switch. Doing so could result in death or serious injury, equipment and property damage.(000123)DANGERE lectrocution. Turn utility supply OFF before working on utility connections of the transfer switch. Failure to do so will result in death or serious injury. (000157)DANGERE lectrocution. Do not disable or modify theconnection box door safety switch. Doing sowill result in death or serious start-up. Disconnect utility power and render unit inoperable before working on unit. Failure to do so will result in death or serious injury.(000191)DANGER(000155a)WARNINGE lectric shock. Only a trained and licensed electrician should perform wiring and connections to unit.

10 Failure to follow proper installation requirements could result in death, serious injury, and equipment or property damage.(000100a)WARNINGC onsult Manual . Read and understand manualcompletely before using product. Failure to completely understand Manual and productcould result in death or serious Upgradeable Manual Transfer Switch Owner s Manual3 Section 2: General InformationUnpackingCarefully unpack the transfer switch. Inspect closely forany damage that might have occurred during purchaser must file with the carrier any claims forloss or damage incurred while in that all packing material is completely removedfrom the switch prior to DescriptionThe transfer switch is used for transferring criticalelectrical load from a UTILITY (NORMAL) power sourceto a GENERATOR (STANDBY) power source.