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REV A
second start delay, and a 15 second transfer delay to allow
the engine to warm up before transferring the load to the
generator. When the line power is restored the ATS has
a 5 minute transfer delay to allow the incoming utility to
stabilize before transferring back to line power and then
an additional 1 minute engine cool down delay before the
engine shuts down. Read and understand the ATS owners
manual before installing, servicing or operating the transfer
switch.
WARNING: FIRE HAZARD
All wiring must be done by a licensed electrician, and
must conform to the National Electrical Code and
comply with all the local codes and regulations. Check
with the local authorities before proceeding.
INSTALLATION NOTES
Because of many different types of service, feeder and
distribution equipment, no specific wiring instructions
can be provided. It is recommended that only copper
wire be used. In all cases it is essential that while the load
is connected to the generator, there can be absolutely
no feedback from the generator to the power line or the
power line to the generator. When properly installed, the
normal ATS Control and safety system will eliminate all
paths and feedback.
To wire the automatic transfer switch into existing wiring,
first determine which circuits will be on the emergency load
circuit. If the entire load is transferred, the transfer switch
can be wired directly after the watt-hour meter and the
service entrance, providing the service entrance ampere
rating is within the transfer switch’s rated capability.
If only specific circuits are to be powered under emergency
power failure conditions, an additional distribution panel
designated “emergency distribution panel” must be
installed.
All selected emergency circuits are removed from main
distribution panels and installed in the emergency
distribution panel. The ATS is then installed between
the main panel and the emergency distribution panel.
Suggested circuits: freezer, refrigerator, furnace, emergency
lights, sump pump, emergency outlet circuits, etc. Total
running load must not exceed generator rating.
OPTIONAL SOLAR CHARGER
The WINCO solar option consists of two parts; the solar
panel and the Sun Guard charge controller. The solar
panel collects the energy while the Sun Guard controls the
charging process acting as a switch to prevent the solar
panel from discharging or overcharging the battery. If you
are experiences problems with your solar charging system
contact WINCO service for trouble shooting instructions.
For best results, it is necessary to clean the solar panel
surface from dirt and snow build up.
