ASCO SERIES 185 Automatic Transfer Switches 100-400 Ampere Sizes Operator's Manual
ASCO SERIES 185 Automatic Transfer Switches 100-400 Ampere Sizes Operator's Manual
ASCO SERIES 185 Automatic Transfer Switches 100-400 Ampere Sizes Operator's Manual
Table of Contents
Rating Label.............................................................................................................................................................. 1
Nameplate ................................................................................................................................................................ 3
Catalog Number Identification .................................................................................................................................. 3
Installation .................................................................................................................................................................. 4
1-Mounting ................................................................................................................................................................ 4
2-Electrical Power Connections................................................................................................................................ 4
Controller .................................................................................................................................................................... 5
1-Push Buttons ......................................................................................................................................................... 5
2-Indicator Lights ...................................................................................................................................................... 5
3-Generator Starting Contacts.................................................................................................................................. 5
4-Settings.................................................................................................................................................................. 6
5-Automatic Generator Exerciser ............................................................................................................................. 6
6-Remote Control & Load Disconnect ...................................................................................................................... 9
7-Factory Settings - Summary ................................................................................................................................ 10
Functional Test ....................................................................................................................................................... 11
1-Manual Operation ................................................................................................................................................ 11
2-Electrical Operation ............................................................................................................................................. 11
Sequence of Operation ......................................................................................................................................... 12
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................................................... 13
California Proposition 65 Warning .................................................................................................................. 15
Index .......................................................................................................................................................................... 16
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D 185 A 2 100 F 4 C
Neutral Phase Poles Amperes Voltage Controller Enclosure
A-standard 2-single Ø 100 F-220-240 4-standard C- Type 1
200 4X-If M- Type 3R
230 accessories
260 ordered
400
neutral
connections
terminals for
optional
switch
position
contacts
(shown
installed)
Transfer
Switch
ground
connections
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Installation
Installation of the ASCO Series 185 automatic transfer 2 - Electrical Power Connections
switch (ATS) must be performed by a licensed electrician.
It must be installed according to the National Electrical Refer to the wiring diagram. The ATS must be protected
Code (NEC) and all local electrical code requirements. by suitably sized circuit breakers feeding the utility and
Remove the enclosure cover and inspect the ATS for generator source terminals. The rating of the circuit
shipping damage. If damage is evident do not install the breakers must be based on the requirements of the
ATS. National Electrical Code for its nameplate ampere and
short circuit withstand ratings.
1 - Mounting
Refer to the enclosure outline drawing. Mount the ATS
according to details and instructions shown on this
diagram. Mount the ATS vertically to a rigid supporting ELECTROCUTION HAZARD Turn off utility power
structure. Level all mounting points by using flat washers and turn off the generator to prevent electrocution
behind the holes to avoid distortion of the enclosure. when wiring the transfer switch.
Cable Spacers for 150, 200, and 230 A
Three cable spacers are included with 150, 200, and 230
MALFUNCTION or SHORTENED LIFE ampere transfer switches. Run the copper power cables
Protect the automatic transfer switch from through the cable spacers as shown in Figure 2. Position
construction grit and metal chips to prevent the cable spacers approximately 1½ inches from the
malfunction or shortened life of the ATS. terminal lugs.
Transfer switches rated 260 and 400 amperes are
mounted on an insulator backing piece (installed behind
the transfer switch). If the transfer switch is removed
CABLE LOOSENING DUE TO SHORT CIRCUIT
from the enclosure and then reinstalled, this insulator
must be placed behind the transfer switch. See Figure Install three cable spacers 1 1/2 inches from the
1. power terminals to prevent the cables from
loosening during a short–circuit condition on 150,
200, and 230 ampere transfer switches.
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The Group 4 digital Controller is used in ASCO Series Set Engine Exerciser
185 automatic transfer switches. It provides the sensing, Use this button to set the automatic generator exerciser
timing, and control functions for the ATS. This micro– (page 5).
processor–based controller includes built–in control
buttons and status lights for control of the ATS and 2-Indicator Lights
generator.
On the front control display are five lights that indicate
the status of the sources and the ATS.
Utility Acceptable
This light indicates that the utility voltage is acceptable
for connection to the load.
Generator Acceptable
This light indicates that the generator voltage is
acceptable for connection to the load.
Load on Utility
This light indicates that the load is connected to the
utility.
Load on Generator
This light indicates that the load is connected to the
generator.
Automatic Generator Exerciser
This light indicates the status of the generator exerciser:
- blinks during the exercise period (including cooldown).
- stays on when the exerciser has been set.
- is off when the exerciser has not been set.
1-Push Buttons
On the front control display are three push buttons that
control the operation of the generator and the ATS.
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Exercise with or without Load
Table A. Generator Start Connections
The generator should be exercised under load or
When the Utility fails Terminals on Controller follow the recommendations of the generator
contact closes TB7–4 and TB7–5 manufacturer. Be sure the exerciser is turned on.
Then select either exercise with or without load. The
contact opens TB7–5 and TB7–6 ATS will transfer the load to the generator when the
exercise with load is selected. See Figure 6 and
4-Settings Table B.
The time delay and sensor setting in the Group 4 To Set Exerciser
controller are accessible on the inside. Refer to Press and hold (5 seconds) the Set Engine
Tables B and C and to Figures 6 and 7. Use a ball– Exerciser button. The exercise period occurs
point pen or other pointed tool to slide the DIP switch immediately and at approximately the same time
actuators up or down to match setting shown. weekly thereafter. The status light below the button
blinks during the exercise period (including the
All power must be off before making any changes. cooldown). The light stays on to indicate that the
The factory default settings are shown in Table G on exerciser has been set. If the light is off, the exerciser
page 9. has not been set.
5-Automatic Generator Exerciser To Cancel an Active Exercise Period
Press the Bypass Time Delay button to stop an
The built–in automatic generator exerciser can be set
exercising generator. If exercise with load is set, the
to exercise the generator for 20 minutes once every
ATS retransfers the load to the utility, then stops the
week.
generator after cooldown.
Clock Battery
Be sure a fresh battery is installed and turned on. It
will maintain the exerciser clock for about 24 hours in
case of a power outage.
screw
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S3 DIP switch
S1 DIP switch S2 DIP switch
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Table D. Voltage and Frequency Settings
Setting Factory Actuator
Setting Settings DIP Switch DIP Actuator
Description Setting Position
non–
voltage – 220 – 240 V S2 2 on (up)
adjustable
50 Hz S1 4 on (up)
frequency nominal 60 Hz
60 Hz S1 4 off (down)
non–
phase – single S1 6 on (up)
adjustable
198 V S1 3 on (up)
pickup 198 V
209 V * S1 3 off (down)
S1 1 off (down)
198 V *
S1 2 off (down)
S1 1 on (up)
utility voltage 187 V
S1 2 off (down)
dropout 187 V
S1 1 off (down)
176 V
S1 2 on (up)
S1 1 on (up)
154 V
S1 2 on (up)
57 Hz (nom 60
generator Hz)
pickup
frequency 48 Hz (nom 50
Hz) non–
– – –
51 Hz (nom 60 adjustable
Hz)
dropout
43 Hz (nom 50
Hz)
* If the dropout voltage is set to 198 V, the pickup voltage must be set to 209 V
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6-Remote Control & Remote test (with automatic retransfer)
Load Disconnect Normally–closed input. When opened, it simulates a
utility failure. The generator is signaled to start
These remote control features require a customer– immediately and the load transfers to the generator (if
supplied normally–closed contact suitable for a 5 V dc acceptable). If the generator fails, the load transfers
low energy circuit. Refer to the wiring diagram back to the utility (if acceptable).
provided with the ATS. Activate the appropriate DIP
switch S3 actuators as shown in Tables E, F, or G. Bypass load transfer to utility time delay
See Figure 7. Normally–closed input. When opened, it bypasses or
Remote test cancels the generator to utility load transfer time
Normally–closed input. When opened, it simulates a delay. The load transfers back to the utility.
utility failure. The generator is signaled to start Load disconnect feature
immediately and the load transfers to the generator (if
acceptable). If the generator fails, the load stays on Connect external circuits to the terminals indicated on
the generator until the remote test circuit is closed. the wiring diagram. The double throw (Form C)
contact operates prior to a selectable 0, 3, 10, or 20
Remote test (with automatic retransfer) second delay before transfer of the ATS. The contact
Normally–closed input. When opened, it simulates a resets either immediately following transfer or after
utility failure. The generator is signaled to start the same delay as set for pre-signal before transfer.
immediately and the load transfers to the generator (if Time delay between the load disconnect control
acceptable). If the generator fails, the load transfers signal and initiation of transfer is set on the controller
back to the utility (if acceptable). DIP switch S3 (actuators 6, 7, 8).
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Table J. Load disconnect delay after transfer*
Function Factory Setting DIP Switch DIP Actuator Actuator Position
disabled disabled S3 6 off (down)
enabled S3 6 on (up)
* Enabling the delay after transfer will cause the control signal to reset after the same delay as set for the delay
before transfer
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Functional Test
After installing the Series 185 automatic transfer switch maintenance handle
(ATS) perform the following three–part functional test.
With ALL POWER OFF
1 - Manual Operation grasp maintenance
A handle is provided on the transfer switch for handle and turn it
maintenance purposes only. Manual operation of the quickly with your
transfer switch should be checked before it is thumb and fingers.
energized (operated electrically).
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light is on
light is off
¡
generator Utility power good.
stops Electrical loads on utility Utility fails
(longer than
generator runs utility acceptable 3 sec.)
unloaded
for 2 min.
load on utility
¥
electrical loads ©
switched back
utility acceptable utility off start
to utility
generator
generator off
load on utility load off
load on utility
load on generator
generator acceptable
£
electrical loads
switched to generator
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Troubleshooting
This troubleshooting guide describes some of the
simple causes of problems with the installation of
the automatic transfer switch. Troubleshooting
beyond the scope of this guide should not be
attempted by the installer. A licensed electrician ELECTROCUTION FLASH HAZARD Do not work on
must perform all internal troubleshooting. ASCO the transfer switch until both the utility and generator
Power Technologies can be contacted at: 1–800– are off. Turn OFF both circuit breakers.
800–2726 or customercare@ascopower.com
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Problem Cause and Solution
The ATS does not immediately 1. Verify that the Generator Acceptable light is on. If it is off, see previous
transfer the load to the troubleshooting problem. The ATS will not transfer the load to an
generator. unacceptable source.
2. Wait approximately 10 seconds for the transfer to generator time delay. This
fixed delay allows the generator output to stabilize before a load is applied to
it.
3. Press the Bypass Time Delay button for immediate load transfer to the
generator.
The ATS transfers the load to 1. The generator may be overloaded. Check to see if the generator circuit
the generator, but the breaker tripped. Check the sum of the loads to be sure it does not exceed the
generator bogs down capacity of the generator. Some motor loads require three times more power
(struggles or slows down). for starting.
The ATS retransfers back to
the utility. 2. Check for short circuit in a connected load.
3. Observe the Load on Utility and Load on Generator lights.
The generator stops after a 1. Verify proper generator operation; it may have run out of fuel or shut down
running for a while. The ATS because of low oil level (see generator manual).
retransfers back to the utility (if
2. The generator may be overloaded. Check to see if the generator circuit
acceptable).
breaker tripped. Check the sum of the loads to be sure it does not exceed the
capacity of the generator. Some motor loads require three times more power
for starting.
3. Check for short circuit in a connected load.
4. Observe the Load on Utility and Load on Generator lights.
The ATS does not retransfer 1. Verify that the Utility Acceptable light is on. The ATS will not transfer the load
the load back to the utility. to an unacceptable source.
2. Wait approximately 5 minutes for the retransfer to utility time delay. The utility
must be acceptable for 5 minutes continuously.
3. Press the Bypass Time Delay button for immediate load retransfer to the
utility.
The ATS retransfers the load 1. Wait approximately 2 minutes for the unloaded running (engine cooldown)
back to the utility but the time delay.
generator keeps running.
2. The engine cooldown fixed time delay is important to prevent generator
damage.
The generator exerciser does 1. Verify that the Automatic Generator Exerciser status light is blinking.
not seem to work. - Light blinks during the exercise period.
(when the generator is running and during cooldown).
- Light stays on when then exerciser has been set.
- When light is off, no exercise period is set.
2. With ALL POWER OFF, verify that the exerciser is turned on. Check DIP
switch S1 actuator 7, and S2 actuator 10. See Table B for generator
exerciser settings.
3. With ALL POWER OFF, check the 9-volt battery. Replace, if necessary, with
a quality alkaline battery: Duracell MN1404, Everready 522, Panasonic 6AM6,
or equivalent. See Figure 5.
The generator exerciser does 1. With ALL POWER OFF, verify that exercise with load is turned on. Check DIP
not transfer the load to the switch S1 actuator 8. See Table B for generator exerciser settings.
generator.
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Operators Manual Index
INDEX
A H S
Automatic Generator Exerciser, 5, 6, handle, maintenance, 11 service,
14 warning, 15 800–800–2726 (ASCO)
harness,3
B HELP
customercare@ascopower.com
buttons, push, 5 800–800–2726 (ASCO) Set Engine Exerciser, button, 5, 6
Bypass Time Delay, button, 5 11 customercare@ascopower.com settings
bypass time delay, 14 changing, 5-7
I factory, 5-7
C indicator lights, 5 frequency, 8
cable spacers, 3,4 installation, 4 phase, 8
California Proposition 65 Warning., insulator, backing piece, 4
time delay, 7
15 illustration of, 4
warning, 4 voltage, 8
catalog number, 3 source acceptable lights, 4
clock battery, 3, 5, 6 L spacer, cable, 3
connections lights, 5, 11, 12, 14
electrical power, 4 load disconnect feature, 9, 10 T
contacts Load on Generator, light, 5, 11, 12,14 TB7 generator start connections, 5
engine start, 13 terminal block, 5
Load on Utility, light, 5, 11, 12,14
control features, remote, 9 time delay
controller, 5-11 M adjustment, 6, 7
gen–set cooldown, 7
manual operation, 11
D illustration of, 11
how to change, 7
settings, 7-8
DIP switches, 6-10 warning, 11 transfer to generator, 7
dropout, 8 mounting, 4 transfer to utility, 7
timer (gen exerciser), how to set, 6-7
E O transfer switch position lights, 4
electrical operation, 11 operation Transfer Test, button, 5, 11
electrical power connections, 4 electrical, 11 troubleshooting, 13-14
engine exerciser, 5, 6 manual, 11
sequence of, 12 U
F override momentary outages, 7 unloaded running, gen. cooldown, 7
features, see control features Utility
frequency, pickup and dropout, 8
P failure, 9
pickup, 8
functional test, 11 frequency, 8
problem, 13-14
settings, 8
G R voltage, 8
generator
rating label, 1 Utility Acceptable, light, 5, 11, 12, 13,
exerciser, 5, 6, 14 14
remote control features, 9
frequency, 8, 13
settings, 14
remote test, 9 V
remote transfer to utility, 9 voltage, phase, 8
starting contacts, 3
voltage, 5, 8, 13 voltage, pickup & dropout settings, 8
voltage checks, 11
Generator Acceptable, light,
5, 11,13 ,14
ground connection, 3
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