Section 4: Operation
Homelink Upgradeable Manual Transfer Switch Owner’s Manual
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5.
Press rocker button towards UTILITY direction (the
transfer switch will not operate without utility
voltage present). The Utility Light is now off and in
normal operating condition (Utility voltage is
present and transfer switch is in normal utility
mode). Any loads will be energized via the power
panel of the transfer switch.
6.
Ensure the Generator Neutral and Ground are
connected on the generator. The Generator should
be properly tied to earth ground as local
regulations require.
7.
Connect the generator to the Generac Portable
Inlet Box using the Generac Portable Power Cord.
8.
Turn on the generator. The amber indicator light for
Generator Power will illuminate on the front panel
of the transfer switch any time generator voltage is
available. The generator is now electrically isolated
from any electrical connections beyond the transfer
switch.
9.
Press rocker button towards GENERATOR
POWER direction. The Utility Light will illuminate to
indicate utility voltage is available for transfer back
to the utility. The generator light will continue to
illuminate to indicate the presence of generator
voltage. All loads through the transfer switch panel
are now being supplied by the generator.
10.
Turn OFF the utility power supply to the transfer
switch, using the means provided (such as utility
main line circuit breaker). The Utility Light will no
longer be illuminated, as utility voltage is no longer
present.
11.
Confirm any loads being supplied by the transfer
switch panel are energized by the generator.
12.
Turn ON the utility power supply to the transfer
switch, using the means provided (such as utility
main line circuit breaker). The Utility Light will again
illuminate.
13.
Press rocker button towards UTILITY direction.
The Utility Light will turn off. The transfer switch is
now in its normal operating mode. All loads from
the transfer switch panel are provided by the utility.
14.
Let the generator run at no-load for several
minutes. Then, shut down the generator. The
Generator Power Light on the transfer switch will
turn off.
15.
Disconnect the generator portable power cord.
16.
Store the generator as suggested by the
manufacturer.
17.
Transfer switch testing is complete and ready for
use.
NOTE:
The transfer switch requires electric power to
operate with the rocker button. The transfer switch will
not transfer to utility mode if the Utility Light is not illumi-
nated prior to pressing the rocker button. The transfer
switch will not transfer to generator mode if the Generator
Light is not illuminated (this safeguards against acciden-
tal transfer to the generator if generator power is not
present).
Checking Automatic Operation
(Automatic HSB Generator Only)
To check the system for proper automatic operation,
proceed as follows:
1.
Verify generator is OFF.
2.
Verify switch is de-energized.
3.
Install front cover of the transfer switch.
4.
Turn the utility power supply to the transfer switch
ON, using the utility main line circuit breaker.
5.
Set the generator main circuit breaker to ON.
6.
On the generator panel, select AUTO. The system
is now ready for automatic operation.
7.
Turn utility power supply to the transfer switch OFF.
With the generator ready for automatic operation, the
engine should crank and start when the utility source
power is turned OFF after a ten second delay (factory
default setting). After starting, the transfer switch should
connect load circuits to the standby side after the engine
warm-up delay. Let the system operate through its entire
automatic sequence of operation.
With the generator running and loads powered by
generator AC output, turn ON the utility power supply to
the transfer switch. The following should occur:
•
After approximately 15 seconds, the switch should
transfer loads back to the utility power source.
•
Approximately one minute after re-transfer, the
engine should shut down.
With the generator in the AUTOMATIC mode, the system
is now set for fully automatic operation.
Installation Summary
1.
Verify the installation has been properly performed
as outlined by the manufacturer and that it 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 the end-user on the proper operation,
maintenance and service call procedures.
