Section 3: Installation
Homelink Upgradeable Manual Transfer Switch Owner’s Manual
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Section 3: Installation
Mounting the Transfer Switch
Mounting dimensions for the transfer switch enclosure
are in this manual. Enclosures are typically wall-
mounted. See the
section.
This transfer switch is mounted in a NEMA 1 enclosure. It
can be mounted indoors only and should be based on the
layout of installation, convenience and proximity to the
utility supply and load center.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Always adhere to local electrical
codes during installation.
1.
Locate transfer switch where the proper equipment
and clear working space can be maintained.
2.
Hold transfer switch against the mounting surface.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
To eliminate the possibility of
debris contamination, never drill inside the enclosure.
3.
Drill the appropriate size holes for mounting
hardware at marked hole locations.
4.
Mount transfer switch to mounting surface with
appropriate fasteners.
NOTE:
The 1’ conduit can be installed on either side of
the box through a removable plate.
NOTE:
Transfer switch must be mounted vertically as
Figure 3-1. Transfer Switch Mounting
Mounting the Power Inlet Box
Install the Power Inlet Box (PIB) in a location that
ensures that the generator is at least 5 feet away from
windows, doors or other openings such as dryer vents, or
air conditioning units.
1.
Remove front cover.
•
For installations where side clearance is less than
12 inches on either side, remove the three (3)
screws that secure the inlet to the bottom plate.
•
For installations where side clearance exceeds 12
inches on both sides, remove the screw that
secures the bottom plate to the box.
•
For wiring entry into the back of the PIB, install the
wiring through one of the provided knockouts, or
drill an appropriate sized entry into the PIB.
•
For wiring entry into the sides or top of the PIB, install
the wiring through one of the provided knockouts, or
drill an appropriate sized entry into the PIB.
NOTE:
To maintain NEMA 3R rating, if entry is above the
level of uninsulated live parts, use fittings listed for use in
wet locations.
2.
Mount the power inlet box on the outside of the
building in a convenient location (minimum 24
inches above grade), using the four holes provided
in the back of the cabinet.
3.
Extend wiring inside the power inlet box
approximately eight (8) inches from the point of
entrance.
4.
Attach the equipment grounding conductor to the
green lead provided in power inlet box with wire nut
(provided by installer).
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
power inlet box.
(000123)
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.
(000119)
Equipment malfunction. Installing a dirty or damaged
transfer switch will cause equipment malfunction and
will result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
Only qualified service personnel may install, operate
and maintain this equipment. Failure to follow proper
installation requirements could result in death, serious
injury, and damage to equipment or property
.
(000182)
WARNING
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