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14 Automatic Standby Generator Owner’s Manual
3.7.1— Transfer to Generator Power Source
1. Press the Control Panel OFF button.
2. Set the Main Circuit Breaker (Generator
Disconnect) to its OFF (OPEN) position.
3. Turn off the utility power supply to the transfer
switch using the means provided (such as a utility
main line circuit breaker).
4. Use the manual transfer handle inside the transfer
switch to move the main contacts to their STANDBY
positions (loads connected to the standby power
source).
5. To crank and start the engine, press the Control
Panel MANUAL button.
6. Allow the engine to stabilize and warm up for a few
minutes.
7. Set the Main Circuit Breaker (Generator
Disconnect) to its ON (CLOSED) position. The
standby power source now powers the loads.
Figure 3-5: Manual Transfer Switch Operation
NOTE: This is an example, actual switch may vary. Follow directions in the appropriate manual.
3.7.2— Transfer Back to Utility Power Source
When utility power has been restored, transfer back to utility source and shut down the generator. To manually transfer back to utility power and
shut down the generator:
1. Set the Main Circuit Breaker (Generator Disconnect) to its OFF (OPEN) position.
2. Allow the engine to run for 2 minutes at no-load to stabilize the internal temperatures.
3. Press the Control Panel OFF button. The engine should shut down.
4. Ensure that utility power supply to the transfer switch is turned off.
5. Use the manual transfer handle inside the transfer switch to move the main contacts back to their UTILITY positions (loads connected to the
utility power source).
6. Turn on the utility power supply to the transfer switch using the means provided.
7. Press the Control Panel AUTO button.
3.8 — Side Compartment
Local codes may require this compartment to be locked. A hasp is provided so the owner/operator can secure the compartment with his or her
own padlock. Check local codes for side compartment locking requirements.
Figure 3-6: Open Side Compartment
LOAD CONNECTED TO STANDBY POWER SOURCE
LOAD CONNECTED TO UTILITY POWER SOURCE
TRANSFER SWITCH
OPERATING LEVER
MANUAL
TRANSFER
HANDLE
LID OPEN LID CLOSED
HASP