INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
TT-1342 12/04a
Original Issue Date:
1/03
Model:
Automatic Transfer Switches
Market:
ATS
Subject:
Chicago Alarm Accessory Kit, GM26313-KP1
Introduction
The Chicago Alarm Accessory Kit provides an alarm
that sounds to indicate that the transfer switch is in the
Emergency position. Install this kit to comply with the
alarm requirement in the Municipal Code of Chicago,
Electrical Section.
The kit is designed for indoor
installation only.
The kit includes the alarm box shown in Figure 1. The
mounting
hardware
and
connecting
leads
are
customer-supplied.
Read the entire installation procedure before beginning
installation. Perform the steps in the order shown.
Accessory Operation
The alarm horn sounds and the red ATS in Emergency
lamp illuminates whenever the transfer switch is in the
Emergency position. Push the Alarm Silence button to
stop the alarm horn, if desired.
The amber Alarm
Silence lamp illuminates when the button is pressed.
Both lamps then remain illuminated until the ATS
transfers back to the Normal position.
GM26313A
Figure 1
Alarm Box with Mounting Flanges
Safety Precautions
Observe the following safety precautions while installing
the kit.
Accidental starting.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Disconnect the battery cables before
working
on
the
generator
set.
Remove the negative (--) lead first
when
disconnecting
the
battery.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last
when reconnecting the battery.
WARNING
Disabling the generator set.
Accidental starting can
cause severe injury or death.
Before working on the
generator set or connected equipment, 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.
Disconnect all power sources before
opening the enclosure.
DANGER
Short circuits.
Hazardous voltage/current can 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.
