Model KDT/KMT

Transfer Switches

MPAC 1000t Controller

Standard Features
D Microprocessor controller
D Real-time clock with battery backup
D Broadrange voltage sensing with 2% accuracy on both
sources
D Frequency sensing with 1% accuracy on both sources
D Environmentally sealed user interface
D Keypad with tactile feedback pushbuttons
D LED indicators
D Selectable operating modes
D Programmable inputs and outputs
D Load/no load exercise function
D Anti-single phasing protection
D Load control inputs and outputs
D Phase rotation sensing
D Time-stamped event log
D Gold-flashed engine start contacts
D Modbusr communication with network and setup
connections

MPAC 1000t Controller

Programmable Features
D System voltage and frequency
Ratings D Adjustable over/undervoltage and over/underfrequency for
the normal and emergency sources
Voltage 208--480 VAC 50/60 Hz
D Adjustable time delays
Current 40--600 amps D Commit/no commit transfer
D ABC/BAC phase rotation selection with error detection
Standard Contactor Features D Resettable historical data
D In-phase monitor
D Open-transition operation
D Password protection
D Available with either automatic or non-automatic control
D UL 1008 listed at 480 VAC Accessories
D Underwriters Laboratories Inc., listed to Canadian Safety D Programmable input/output (I/O) modules with two inputs
Standards (cUL) and six outputs (output rating 2 amps @ 30 VDC/250 VAC);
D 2, 3, or 4 poles four I/O module maximum
D Electrically operated, mechanically held mechanism D Three-stage charging, dual-output battery charger
D Arc-quenching grids with enclosed arc chambers (6 amps @ 12 VDC/3 amps @ 24 VDC)
D Double throw, mechanically interlocked contactor D Padlockable user interface cover
mechanism D Preferred source switch
D Silver tungsten alloy contacts on 400--600 amp models D Supervised transfer control switch
D Suitable for emergency and standby applications D Setup software
D Auxiliary position-indicating contacts, one set Normal and D Line-to-neutral monitoring
one set Emergency, rated 15 amps @ 250 VAC D External battery supply module (allows extended engine time
delays)
Modbusr is a registered trademark of Schneider Electric. D Chicago alarm module

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 MPAC 1000t Controller Features
Standard Controller Features Communications
User Interface Keypad D Serial port for PC connection
D Modbusr network interface
D Start/end system test
D Set/end exercise Programmable Features
D End time delay Use a personal computer with the optional setup software or a
D Lamp test/service reset Modbusr link to view, select, or adjust programmable features.
User Interface Indicators Programmable Features*
D Contactor position: Normal, Off, Emergency D System voltage[
D Source available: Normal, Emergency D System frequency[
D Service required: immediate, maintenance D Single/three-phase operation[
D Not in automatic mode D ABC or CBA phase rotation (ABC)
D Four-stage time delay remaining D In-phase monitor (disabled)
D Exercise: load, no load, set/disabled D Commit/no commit switch (no commit)
D Test: load, no load D User-defined password
D Load control active: peak shave, pre/post-transfer signal D Calendar mode exerciser (up to 21 events)
D In-phase monitor active
Programmable Inputs and Outputs
Selectable Operating Modes*
Use a personal computer with the optional setup software or a
D 1 week/2 week manually set exercise (1 week)
Modbusr link to define inputs and outputs.
D Disable/enable exercise (enable)
D Load/no load exercise (no load) Programmable Inputs
D Load/no load test (load) D End time delay input (default)
D Enable/disable transfer (enable) D Inhibit transfer
Programmable Inputs (factory settings) D Low battery fault
D Peak shave/area protection input (default)
D End time delay
D Remote common fault
D Peak shave/area protection
D Remote test
Outputs
Programmable Outputs
D Generator engine start gold-flashed contact
rated 2 amps @ 30 VDC/250 VAC D Auxiliary switch fault
D Pre-transfer load control, one normally open contact D Common fault
rated 10 amps @ 30 VDC/250 VAC D Contactor position
D One programmable output, factory-set to load bank control D Exercise active
rated 2 amps @ 30 VDC/250 VAC D Failure to acquire standby source
Software Event Monitoring D Failure to transfer fault
Use a personal computer with the optional setup software or a D Generator engine start
Modbusr link to view historical data and system events. D Load bank control (default)
D Historical data (total and resettable) D Load control (pre/post transfer, up to 9 outputs)
D System events (time and date-stamped) D Loss of phase fault
D System faults (time and date-stamped) D Low backup battery
D Line-to-line voltage D Modbusr-controlled relay outputs (4 maximum)
D System frequency D Not in automatic mode
D Time delay active D Non-emergency transfer
D Time delay remaining D Over and undervoltage faults
D System status D Over and underfrequency faults
D Source available D Peak shave/area protection active
D Contactor position D Phase rotation error
D Exerciser schedule, mode, and time remaining on active D Source available
exercise D Test active
* Factory default settings are shown in parentheses. All settings are
stored in non-volatile memory.
[ System parameters set per order.

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 MPAC 1000tController Features Application Data
Voltage and Frequency Sensing UL-Listed Solderless Screw-Type Terminals
Parameter Default Adjustment Range for External Power Connections
Undervoltage pickup 90% of nominal 85%--100% of nominal Normal, Emergency, and Load Terminals
Undervoltage dropout 90% of pickup 75%--98% of pickup Switch
Rating Cables per Range of Wire Sizes,
Overvoltage dropout 115% of nominal 105%--135% of nominal* (Amps) Pole Copper or Aluminum
Overvoltage pickup 95% of dropout 95%--100% of dropout
40--150 1 #8 to 3/0 AWG
Voltage dropout time 0.5 sec. 0.1--9.9 sec.
200--225 1 #6 AWG to 250 MCM
Underfrequency pickup 90% of nominal 85%--95% of nominal
Underfrequency 260 1 #6 AWG to 350 MCM
99% of pickup 95%--99% of pickup
dropout
1 #4 AWG to 600 MCM
Overfrequency dropout 101% of pickup 101%--105% of pickup 400
2 #6 AWG to 250 MCM
Overfrequency pickup 110% of nominal 105%--120% of nominal
Frequency dropout time 3 sec. 0.1--15 sec. 600 2 #2 AWG to 600 MCM
* 690 volts, maximum
Environmental Specifications
Adjustable Time Delays Operating Temperature --20°C to 70°C (--4°F to 158°F)
Adjustment Storage Temperature --40°C to 70°C (--40°F to 158°F)
Time Delay Default Range
Humidity 5% to 95% noncondensing
Engine start 3 sec. 0--6 sec.[ Altitude 0 to 3050 m (10000 ft.) without derating
Preferred to standby 1 sec.
Standby to preferred 15 min.
Weights and Dimensions
Engine cooldown 0 min.
Weights and dimensions are shown for transfer switches in
Failure to acquire standby source 1 min.
NEMA type 1 and type 3R enclosures. Consult the factory for
Pretransfer to preferred signal 3 sec. NEMA type 12, 4, and 4X enclosures.
Pretransfer to standby signal 3 sec.
min [
0--60 min.[ Weight kg (lb.)
Post-transfer to preferred signal 0 sec.
Post-transfer to standby signal 0 sec. Amps 2-Pole 3-Pole 4-Pole
40--225 28 (62) 30 (65) 31 (68)
Off to standby 1 sec.
(programmed-transition only) 260--400 52 (115) 56 (123) 59 (131)
Off to preferred 1 sec. 600 179 (395) 183 (403) 186 ( 410)
(programmed-transition only)
Dimensions mm (in.)
[ Adjustable in 1 second increments
Amps Height Width Depth *
40--225 791 (31.1) 450 (17.7) 316 (12.5)
Input and Output Connection Specifications
260--400 1223 (48.1) 560 (22.0) 362 (14.3)
Number
Component of Wires Wire Size Range 600 1702 (67.0) 610 (24.0) 514 (20.2)
Terminal strip I/O terminals 1 #12--24 AWG * Allow enough room to fully open the door for inspection and service
per NEC and local codes. The NEMA type 3R enclosures have a
I/O module terminals 1 #14--24 AWG
security cover on the controller that extends 54 mm (2.1 in.) beyond
the door.

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 Codes and Standards
The ATS meets or exceeds the requirements of the following D NEMA Standard ICS10--1993 (formerly ICS2--447),
specifications: Electromechanical AC Automatic Transfer Switch Equipment
D Underwriters Laboratories UL 508, Standard for Industrial D EN61000-4-5 Surge Immunity Class 4
Control Equipment (voltage sensing and programmable inputs only)
D Underwriters Laboratories UL 1008, Standard for Automatic D EN61000-4-4 Fast Transient Immunity Severity Level 4
Transfer Switches for Use in Emergency Standby Systems D IEC Specifications for EMI/EMC Immunity:
D Underwriters Laboratories Inc., listed to Canadian Safety d CISPR 11, Radiated Emissions
Standards (cUL)
d IEC 1000-4-2, Electrostatic Discharge
D NFPA 70, National Electrical Code
d IEC 1000-4-3, Radiated Electromagnetic Fields
D NFPA 99, Essential Electrical Systems for Health Care
d IEC 1000-4-4, Electrical Fast Transients (Bursts)
Facilities
d IEC 1000-4-5, Surge Voltage
D NFPA 110, Emergency and Standby Power Systems
d IEC 1000-4-6, Conducted RF Disturbances
D IEEE Standard 446, IEEE Recommended Practice for
Emergency and Standby Power Systems for Commercial d IEC 1000-4-8, Magnetic Fields
and Industrial Applications d IEC 1000-4-11, Voltage Variations and Interruptions

Withstand and Closing Ratings (WCR)

The transfer switch is rated for use on a circuit capable of delivering not more than the RMS symmetrical amperes listed at the specified
maximum voltage below, but no greater than the interrupting capacity of the selected circuit breaker or fuse. Circuit breakers and fuses
are supplied by the customer.
Ratings Summary
Certified Withstand and Closing Current Ratings in RMS Symmetrical Amperes *
With Current-Limiting Fuses Specific Coordinated Breaker Rating *
Switch Rating, Maximum Fuse Maximum Maximum Circuit Breaker
Amps Size, Amps Fuse Class Amps Voltage Size, Amps Amps
40 50
80 100
100 125
J 200 000
200,000 480 V/60 Hz 400 30 000
30,000
150 200
200 300
225 300
260 N/A N/A N/A 480 V/60 Hz 400 35,000
J 200,000
400 600
RK5, RK1 100,000 480 V/60 Hz 800 50,000
600 N/A N/A N/A
* All values are available symmetrical RMS amperes and tested in accordance with the withstand and close-on requirements of UL 1008.

Ratings with Specific Manufacturers’ Circuit Breakers

Power switching device withstand and closing ratings (WCR) in RMS symmetrical amperes for specific manufacturers’ circuit breakers.

Molded-Case Circuit Breakers

Switch WCR,
Rating, Amps Voltage, Max. Size,
Amps RMS Max. Manufacturer Type Amps
FDC, HFD 150
Cutler-Hammer
Cutler Hammer HJD, JDC 250
HKD, KD, KDB, KDC, LA TRI--PAC, LCL 400
FC, FI 100
40 Square D KC, KH, KI 250
80 LA, LC, LE, LH, LI, LX, LXI 400
100 CED6, HED4, HED6 125
30 000
30,000 480
150 Siemens CFD6, FD6, FXD6, HFD6 250
200 CJD6, HJD6, HHJD6, HHJXD6, JD6, JXD6, SCJD6, SHJD6, SJD6 400
225 TB1 100
SEL, SEP, TEL, THLC1 150
GE TFL, THLC2 225
SFL, SFP 250
SGL4 SGP4
SGL4, SGP4, TB4
TB4, THJK4
THJK4, THLC4
THLC4, TJJ
TJJ, TJK4
TJK4, TLB4 400

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 Ratings with Specific Manufacturers’ Circuit Breakers, Continued
Molded-Case Circuit Breakers
Switch WCR,
Rating, Amps Voltage, Max. Size,
Amps RMS Max. Manufacturer Type Amps
FDC, HFD 150
Cutler-Hammer
Cutler Hammer HJD, JDC 250
HKD, KD, KDB, KDC, LA TRI--PAC, LCL 400
FC, FI 100
Square D KC, KH, KI 250
LA, LC, LE, LH, LI, LX, LXI 400
CED6, HED4, HED6 125
260 35 000
35,000 480
Siemens CFD6, FD6, FXD6, HFD6 250
CJD6, HJD6, HHJD6, HHJXD6, JD6, JXD6, SCJD6, SHJD6, SJD6 400
TB1 100
SEL, SEP, TEL, THLC1 150
GE TFL, THLC2 225
SFL, SFP 250
SGL4, SGP4
SGL4 SGP4, TB4
TB4, THJK4
THJK4, THLC4
THLC4, TJJ
TJJ, TJK4
TJK4, TLB4 400
HJD, JDC 250
HKD, CHKD, KDC, LCL, LA TRIPAC 400
Cutler Hammer
Cutler-Hammer
HLD, CHLD, LDC, CLDC 600
NB TRI--PAC 800
KI, KC 250
Square D LI, LXI, LX, LE, LC 600
MX, ME, MH 800
CFD6, HFD6 250
CJD6, SCJD6, HHJD6, HHJXD6, SHJD6, HJD6 400
Siemens
400 50,000 480 CLD6, SCLD6, HHLD6, HHLXD6, SHLD6, HLD6 600
CMD6, SCMD6, HMD6, SHMD6, HMXD6, MD6, MXD6, SMD6 800
SFL, SFP, TFL, THLC2 250
SGL4, SGP4, TB4, THLC4, TLB4 400
GE
SGL6, SGP6, TB6, TJL4V, TKL4V, TJL1S--6S 600
SKL8, SKP8, TB8, SKH8 800
CF250L, CF250H 250
CJ400L, CK400H, CJ400H, CK400N 400
Merlin Gerin
CJ600H 600
CK800H, CK800N 800
ABB JHB 400
FDC, HFD 150
HJD, JDC 250
Cutler-Hammer
Cutler Hammer CHKD, HKD, KDC, LA TRIPAC, LCL 400
HLD, CHLD, LDC, CLDC 600
NB TRIPAC 800
KI, KC 250
LC, LE, LI, LX, LXI 400
Square D
LC, LE, LI, LX, LXI 600
600 50,000 480 ME, MH, MX 800
CFD6, HFD6 250
CJD6, HJD6, HHJD6, HHJXD6, SCJD6, SHJD6 400
Siemens
CLD6, HLD6, HHLD6, HHLXD6, SCLD6, SHLD6 600
CMD6, HMD6, HMXD6, MD6, MXD6, SCMD6, SHMD6, SMD6 800
SEL, SEP, THLC1 150
SFP, TFL, THLC2 250
GE SGL4, SGP4, TB4, THLC4, TJL, TLB4 400
SGL6, SGP6, TB6, TJL1S--6S, TJL4V, TKL4V 600
TB8, SKL8, SKP8, SKH8 800

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Record the transfer switch model designation in the boxes below. The transfer switch model designation defines characteristics
and ratings as explained in the accompanying chart.
Model Mechanism Transition Controls Voltage Poles Enclosure Current Rating Connections

Kohler Model Designation Key

This chart explains the Kohler transfer switch model designation system. The sample model
SAMPLE MODEL DESIGNATION

KDT-AMTA-0225S
designation shown is for a Model K automatic transfer switch that uses an open-transition
contactor with MPAC 1000t electrical controls rated at 480 volts/60 Hz, 3 poles, 4 wires,
and solid neutral in a NEMA 1 enclosure with a current rating of 225 amperes. Not all
possible combinations are available.

Model
K: Model K Transfer Switch

Mechanism
D: Automatic
M: Non-Automatic

Transition
T: Open-Transition

Electrical Controls
A: MPAC 1000t (Microprocessor ATS Controls)

Voltage/Frequency
C: 208 Volts/60 Hz H: 400 Volts/50 Hz M: 480 Volts/60 Hz
D: 220 Volts/50 Hz J: 416 Volts/50 Hz P: 380 Volts/60 Hz
F: 240 Volts/60 Hz K: 440 Volts/60 Hz S: 220 Volts/60 Hz
G: 380 Volts/50 Hz

Number of Poles/Wires
N: 2-pole, 3-wire, solid neutral
T: 3-pole, 4-wire, solid neutral
V: 4-pole, 4-wire, switched neutral

Enclosure
A: NEMA 1* C: NEMA 3R F: NEMA 4X
B: NEMA 12 D: NEMA 4 G: Open unit
* Standard

Current Rating: Numbers indicate the current rating of the switch in amperes:
0040 0150 0225 0400
0080 0200 0260 0600
0100

Power Connections
S: Standard

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Availability is subject to change without notice. Kohler Co. reserves the

right to change the design or specifications without notice and without
any obligation or liability whatsoever. Contact your local Kohlerr
generator set distributor for availability.
E 2003, 2004 by Kohler Co. All rights reserved.
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