Asco 386 Series User manual

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Operator’s
Manual
Series 386 Electrically–Operated
Non–Automatic Transfer Switches
D–design 30 through 230 amps
DANGER is used in this manual to warn of high
voltages capable of causing shock, burns, or death.
WARNINGisusedinthismanualtowarn
of possible personal injury.
CAUTIONisusedinthismanualtowarn
of possible equipment damage.
30–200 amp sizes
Note: Refer to the outline and wiring drawings
provided with your ASCO Series 386 Non–Automatic
Transfer Switch for all installation and connection
details and accessories.
An experienced licensed electrician must install the Non-
Automatic Transfer Switch.
Rating Label
Each Non-Automatic Transfer Switch contains a rating label
to define the loads and fault circuit withstand/closing ratings.
Refer to the label on the Transfer Switch for specific values.
Do not exceed the values on the rating label.
Exceeding the rating can cause personal injury
or serious equipment damage.
Identification Label
The identification label on the Transfer Switch includes
data for each specific ASCO Series 386. Use the switch only
within the limits shown on identification label.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INSTALLATION 1-1........................
Functional Test 1-2........................
SEQUENCE OF OPERATION 2-1...........
TESTING & SERVICE 3-1..................
Troubleshooting 3-2.......................
ADJUSTMENTS 4-1.......................
OPTIONAL FEATURES 5-1.................
INDEX back cover.........................
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Catalog Number Identification
Typical ASCO 386 catalog no. for solid neutral, 3 pole, 150 amp, 480 V, N–ATS in Type 1 enclosure:
D 386 A 3 150 N 1 C
Phase Poles
Neutral
A–solid
C– overlapping
Amperes Voltage Controller Enclosure
B–switched
1–standard
G–type4
C–type1
F–type3R
L–type12
3–threeØ
2–singleØ
D220
C208
E230
K415
M460
J400
L440
N480
F240
H380
Q575
P550
R600
150
100
70
blank – none
blank – open type
30
1X –if
accessories
ordered
200 *
B120
A115
* 200 amp.
limited to 480 volts
150 amp size in typical enclosure with location of customer connections
Transfer
Switch
Controller
normal power
connections
emergency power
connections
transfer controls
&lights
terminals for switch
position contacts
load power
connections
cable spacers
(see INSTALLATION)
maintenance
handle
(see WARNING
under Manual
Operation)
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Catalog Number Identification
Typical ASCO 386 catalog no. for solid neutral, 3 pole, 230 amp, 480 V, N–ATS in Type 1 enclosure:
D 386 A 3 230 N 1 C
Phase Poles
Neutral Amperes Voltage Controller Enclosure
1–standard
G–type4
C–type1
F–type3R
L–type12
3–threeØ
2–singleØ
D220
C208
E230
K415
M460
J400
L440
N480
F240
H380
230 **
blank – open type
1X –if
accessories
ordered
** 230 amp. limited
to 480 volts
A115
B120
A–solid
C– overlapping
B–switched
blank – none
230 amp. size in typical enclosure with location of customer connections
Transfer Switch
Controller
normal power
connections
emergency power
connections
transfer control
&lights
load power
connections
cable spacers
(see INSTALLATION)
maintenance handle
(see WARNING under
Manual Operation)
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SECTION 1 INSTALLATION
1 --- 1
ASCO 386 Non–Automatic Transfer Switches are factory
wired and tested. Installation requires skid removal then
securing the enclosure to the supporting foundation.
Mounting
Refer to the applicable enclosure outline drawing fur-
nished with this switch and mount the Series 300
according to details and instructions shown on diagram.
Line Connections
Refer to the Wiring Diagram provided with your ASCO
386 N–ATS. All wiring must be made in accordance with
the National Electrical Code and local codes.
It is unnecessary to remove pole covers from the transfer
switch. If you do remove them, reinstall them carefully.
De–energize the conductors before making any
line or auxiliary circuitry connections. Be sure
that Normal and Emergency line connections
are in proper phase rotation. Place engine gen-
erator starting control in the OFF position. Make
sure engine generator is not in operation.
Protect the non–automatic transfer switch from
construction grit and metal chips to prevent
malfunction or shortened life of the N–ATS.
Connecting Power Conductors
After the power cables have been tested, connect them to
the appropriate terminal lugs on the transfer switch as
shown on the wiring diagram provided with this ASCO
386. Make sure the lugs provided are suitable for use with
the cables being installed. Standard terminal lugs are
solderless screw type and will accept the wire sizes listed
on the drawings provided with the ASCO 386. Be careful
when stripping insulation from the cables; avoid nicking
or ringing the conductor. Remove surface oxides from
cables by cleaning with a wire brush. When aluminum
cable is used, apply joint compound to conductors.
Tighten cable lugs to the torque specified on rating label.
Three cable spacers are included with 150, 200, and 230
ampere transfer switches. When installing power cables,
run the cables through the cable spacers as shown in
Figure 1–1. Position cable spacers within 1½ inches from
lugs.
The cable spacers must be located as shown
for 150, 200, and 230 ampere transfer switches.
cable spacer
cable spacers
1 ½ inch approximate
Figure 1–1. Cable spacers for 150, 200, & 230 amp.
transfer switches.
Controller Ground
A grounding wire must be connected to the controller’s
lower left mounting stud. Because the controller is
mounted on the enclosure door, a conductive strap must
be used between the enclosure and the door. This
connection provides proper grounding which does not
rely upon the door hinges.
Harnesses
The transfer switch is connected to the left side of the
controller by a plug–in harness (two plugs).
Auxiliary Circuits
Connect auxiliary circuit wires to appropriate terminals
on transfer switch as shown on the wiring diagram
provided with this ASCO 386 Non–Automatic Transfer
Switch.
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INSTALLATION (continued)
1 --- 2
Functional Test
The Functional Test consists of three checks: manual
operation, voltage checks, and electrical operation.
Do these checks in the order presented to avoid
damaging the non–automatic transfer switch.
Read all instructions on the Wiring Diagram and labels
affixed to the automatic transfer switch. Note thecontrol
features that are provided and review their operation
before proceeding.
1 – Manual Operation Test
A maintenance handle is provided on the Transfer Switch
for maintenance purposes only. Manual operation of the
transfer switch should be checked before it is energized
(operated electrically).
Do not manually operate the transfer switch
until both power sources are disconnected:
open both circuit breakers.
1. After deenergizing both power sources, open the
enclosure door. Locate and the maintenance handle
on the left side of the transfer switch frame. See
Figure 1–2.
2. Grasp the attached maintenance handle and turn it
with thumb and fingers as shown to manually operate
it. The maintenance handle turns the opposite direc-
tion of the weight. Move it up or down as shown to
manually operate the transfer switch. It should operate
smoothly without any binding. If it does not, check for
shipping damage or construction debris.
3. Return the transfer switch to the Normal position.
Note: If Normal and Emergency connections are
reversed this operation is also reversed.
Now continue to 2–VoltageCheckson next page.
maintenance
handle
With ALL POWER OFF grasp
maintenance handle and turn it
quickly with your thumb and fingers.
weight marked N(normal)
and E(emergency)
floating
weight
weight
Position of the transfer switch is indicated here
Figure 1–2. Maintenance handle and positions.
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INSTALLATION (continued)
1 --- 3
Functional Test (continued)
2–VoltageChecks
First check nameplate on the transfer switch for rated
voltage. It should be the same as the normal and
emergency line voltages.
Use extreme caution when using a meter
to measure voltages in the following
steps. Do not touch power terminals;
shock, burns, or death could result !
1. Close the normal source circuit breaker. The Load
Connected To Normal lamp should come on.
2. Use an accurate voltmeter to check phase to phase
and phase to neutral voltages present at the Transfer
Switch normal source terminals.
3. Close the emergency source circuit breaker. (Start
the generator, if necessary.)
4. Use an accurate voltmeter to check phase to phase
and phase to neutral voltages present at the Transfer
Switch emergency source terminals.
If necessary, adjust the voltage regulator on the genera-
tor according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
The ASCO 386 will respond only to the rated voltage
specified on the Transfer Switch nameplate.
5. Check phase rotation; it must be the same as the
normal source.
6. Shut down engine-driven generator, if applicable.
7. Close the cabinet door and tighten the screws.
3 – Electrical Operation
This procedure will check the electrical operation of the
Non-Automatic Transfer Switch. See Figure 1–3.
Close the transfer switch enclosure door
and tighten the screws before you test
electrical operation.
Transfer Test
Both normal and emergency sources must be available
and above 90% of nominal voltage specified on name-
plate.
1. Turn the door-mounted Tra n s f er C o nt r o l switch
clockwise to Transfer To Emergency.
2. The transfer switch will operate to the Emergency
position. The Load Connected To Emergency light
should come on and the Load Connected To Normal
light should go off.
3. Turn the door-mounted Tra n s f er C o nt r o l switch
counterclockwise to Transfer To Normal.
4. The transfer switch will operate back to the Normal
position. The Load Connected to Normal light should
come on and the Load Connected To Emergency light
should go off.
This completes the Functional Test of the ASCO 386
non-automatic transfer switch.
Figure 1–3. Operating Controls.
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SECTION 2
SEQUENCE OF OPERATION
2 --- 1
Controller Code 1
Refer to Section 5, Optional Accessories for additional control functions.
Refer to Wiring Diagram furnished with the ASCO 386. Note Control Features furnished on this switch, and review operation.
Transfer
Control
Transfer
To
Normal
Transfer
To
Emergency
Transfer To Emergency
The sequence for load transfer to the emergency
source begins when you turn the door-mounted
Transfer Control switch clockwise to the Transfer To
Emergency position.
When the Transfer Control switch is operated to
Transfer To Emergency, the voltage and frequency
sensor begins monitoring the emergency source.
The sensor will accept the emergency source only
when both voltage and frequency reach preset
pickup points. If the emergency source is available
immediately, the sensor may accept it as soon as the
Transfer Control switch is operated.
When the emergency source is accepted by the
sensor, relay ER picks up to transfer the load to the
emergency source.
ER relay energizes, the TS coil is energized, the
transfer switch operates, and all switch contacts
(mains, controls, auxiliaries) reverse position. The
transfer switch is now supplying the load from the
emergency source.
ThetransferswitchwillremainintheEmergency
position until the Transfer Control switch is operated
to the Transfer To Normal position.
Transfer
Control
Transfer
To
Normal
Transfer
To
Emergency
Retransfer to Normal
The sequence for load retransfer to the normal
source begins when you turn the door-mounted
Transfer Control switch counterclockwise to the
Transfer To Normal position.
When the Transfer Control switch is operated to
Transfer To Normal, the voltage sensor begins
monitoring the normal source.
The SE relay energizes when the sensor accepts the
normal source voltage.
SE relay energizes. The TS coil is energized, the
transfer switch operates, and all switch contacts
(mains, controls, auxiliaries) reverse position. The
transfer switch is now supplying the load from the
normal source again.
The SE relay de–energizes when the Transfer
Control switch is released.
ThetransferswitchwillremainintheNormal
position until the Transfer Control switch is operated
to the Transfer To Emergency position.
Note
Activation of standard control features shown
in Section 5 will alter the sequence of
operation and introduce additional time
delays during transfer operations.
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SECTION 3
TESTING & SERVICE
3 --- 1
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
Reasonable care in preventive maintenance will insure
high reliability and long life for the switch. An annual
preventive maintenance program is recommended.
ASCO Services, Inc. (ASI) is ASCO Power
Technologies’s national service organization. ASI
can be contacted at 1-800-800-2726 for information
on preventive maintenance agreements. In Canada
call 1–888–234–ASCO (2726).
TESTING
Operate the switch at least once a month by following this
four-step Electrical Operation Test.
Transfer Switch Test
A. Turn the door-mounted Tr a n sf e r C o n tr o l switch
clockwise to Transfer to Emergency.
B. The transfer switch will operate to the Emergency
position. The Load Connected To Emergency light
should come on and the Load Connected to Normal
light should go off.
C. Turn the door-mounted Tr a n s fe r C on t r ol switch
counterclockwise to Transfer to Normal.
D. The transfer switch will operate to the Normal posi-
tion. The Load Connected to Normal light should come
on and the Load Connected to Emergency light should
go off.
Checklist for Yearly Inspection
Hazardous voltage capable of causing shock,
burns, or death is used in this switch.
Deenergize both Normal & Emergency power
sources before performing inspections!
❐Clean the switch enclosure. Brush and vacuum away
any excessive dust accumulation. Remove any mois-
ture with a clean cloth.
❐Check the Switch Contacts.Removetransferswitch
barriers and check the condition of the contacts. Re-
place contacts when pitted or worn excessively. Re-
install barriers carefully.
❐Maintain transfer switch lubrication.Ifswitchis
subjected to severe dust or abnormal operating con-
ditions, renew factory lubrication on all movements
and linkages. Relubricate solenoid operator if TS
coil is replaced. Don’t use oil; order lubrication
625550–001 (Castrol EndurexR 4000 lubricant).
❐Check all cable connections and retighten them.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Replacement parts are available in kit form. When or-
dering parts provide the Serial No., Bill of Material No.
(BOM), and Catalog No. from the transfer switch name-
plate. Contact your local ASCO Power Technologies
sales office or ASI. In the United States call
1–800–800–ASCO (2726), or in Canada call
1–888–234–ASCO (2726).
DISCONNECTING THE CONTROLLER
The harness disconnect plugs are furnished for repair
purposes only and should not have to be unplugged. If
the controller must be isolated, follow these steps:
Disconnecting the Plugs
Do not unplug the controller until
step 1a. or 1b. below is completed.
1. Observe the position of the transfer switch.
a. If the transfer switch is in the Normal position, place
standby engine starting control in the off position.
Then open the emergency source circuit breaker.
b. If the transfer switch is in the Emergency position,
open the normal source circuit breaker. Place the
engine starting control in the test or run position.
2. Separate the quick disconnect plugs by squeezing the
latches. Do not pull on the harness wires.
Reconnecting the Plugs
Do not reconnect controller until
steps 1 and 2 below are completed.
1. Observe the position of the transfer switch.
a. If the transfer switch is in the Normal position, be
sure that the standby engine starting control is
still in the off position. The emergency source cir-
cuit breaker still should be open.
b. If transfer switch is in the Emergency position, nor-
mal source circuit breaker still should be open.
2. The harness plugs and sockets are keyed. Carefully
align the plugs with the sockets and press straight in
until both latches click.
3. Restore the opposite source as follows:
a. If the transfer switch is in the Normal position,
place the standby engine starting control in the
automatic position. Then close the emergency
source circuit breaker.
b. If the transfer switch is in the Emergency position,
close the normal source circuit breaker.
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TESTING & SERVICE
(continued)
3 --- 2
MANUAL LOAD TRANSFER
This procedure will manually transfer the load if the
Controller is disconnected.
Do not manually operate the transfer switch
until both power sources are disconnected.
1. Open normal and emergency source circuit breakers.
2. Use manual handle to manually operate transfer
switch to the opposite source. If detachable, remove
the handle. See Section 1,Manual Operation.
3. If the transfer switch is in the Emergency position
manually start the engine generator and then close
the emergency source circuit breaker.
TROUBLE-SHOOTING
Note the Control Featuresthat are activated or furnished
on the switch and review their operation. Refer to
Section 5,Optional Features.Proceed with care! The ASCO 386 is energized.
Table 3-1. Trouble-Shooting Checks.
P
R
O
B
L
E
M
CHECK IN NUMERICAL SEQUENCE
P
R
O
B
L
E
M
1OPERATION 2VOLTAGE
Transfer switch does not
transfer the load to the
emergency source.
Turn Transfer Control switch clockwise to
Transfer to Emergency position.
Generator ouput circuit breaker must be
closed. Voltmeter should read at least 90%
of nominal phase to phase voltage between
transfer switch terminals EA and EC
(or EL1 and EL2 for 2 pole switches). *
Generator frequency must be at least 57 Hz. *
* These are factory settings.
Transfer switch does not
transfer the load to the normal
source.
Turn Transfer Control switch counterclock-
wise to Transfer to Normal position.
Voltmeter should read at least 90% of nominal
phase to phase voltage between transfer switch
terminals NB and NC, NC and NA,
and NA and NB (or NL1 and NL2 for 2 pole
switches).
Trouble-Shooting Motor Load Transfer (Optional Feature 27) (refer to page 5-1)
Use extreme caution when using a meter
to measure voltages in the following
steps. Do not touch power terminals;
shock, burns, or death could result !
1. Connect a voltmeter (set for twice system
phase-to-phase voltage) between Transfer Switch
terminals NA and EA.
2. Manually start generator. Voltmeter needle should
sweep back and forth at a regular rate between 0 and
about twice system voltage.
3. Turn the TRANSFER TO EMERGENCY control
switch clockwise. The load should transfer to
emergency source when meter needle is near 0 volts.
If transfer does not occur, the Motor Load Transfer
accessory is not operating.
4. Turn the TRANSFER TO NORMAL control switch
counterclockwise. The load should retransfer back
to the normal source when the needle is near 0 volts.
If retransfer does not occur after the time delay, the
Motor Load Transfer accessory is not operating.
5. Disconnect the voltmeter.
If the problemis isolatedto circuitson the controlleror the transferswitch, callyour localASCO PowerTechnologies
sales office or ASI. In the United States, call 1–800–800–2726. In Canada, call 1–888–234–2726. Furnish the Serial
No., Bill of Material (BOM) No., & Catalog No. from transfer switch nameplate.
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SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS
4 --- 1
Sensor Adjustments
Voltage and frequency sensor pickup and dropout points
are factory set as specified on the Wiring Diagram. The
frequency setting can be set for 50 or 60 Hz.. To change
this setting, follow the procedure below. Use Table 4-1
for the setting and corresponding DIP switch actuator.
Do not change any other factory settings. Any
change in these settings may affect the
normal operation of the ASCO 386. This
change could allow the load circuits to
remain connected to a low voltage source.
Table 4-1. Frequency Settings. ( Shaded DIP switch is standard factory setting).
DESCRIPTION LABEL FACTORY
SETTING
ADJUSTMENT
RANGE S1 DIP SWITCH
F
r
e
q
u
e
n
c
y
6
0
/
5
0
H
z
6
0
H
z
60 Hz Actuator 4 off
4
F
requency 60
/
50
H
z60
H
z
50 Hz Actuator 4 on
4
thumb
latch
cover
hook on
left side
Figure 4-1. Controller cover latch.
How to Change a Setting
Do not make any setting changes
while the controller is energized.
1. Deenergize all power, then open the enclosure door.
2. Disconnect both harness plugs from controller by
squeezing the latches. Do not pull on the wires.
3. Remove cover from the controller by releasing latch
on right side with your thumb. See Figure 4-1.
4. Locate the appropriate adjustment DIP switch for
the setting that you want to change. Refer to Table
4-1 above and Figure 4-2 and Figure 4-3.
5. Use a ball-point pen (or similar pointed tool) to slide
the switch actuators left or right so they match the il-
lustration next to the setting (left = off, right = on).
Recheck the setting. See Figure 4-3.
6. Install the cover on the controller by hooking it on
the left side and latching the right side.
7. Reconnect both harness plugs to the controller by
aligning and pressing straight in until latches click.
8. Close the enclosure door, then restore both sources.
harness
plugs
S1 DIP
switch
S2 DIP
switch
(load disconnect feature)
seepage5---1
Figure 4-2. Location of DIP switch.
DIP
switch
S1
actuator
onoff
(8 on each DIP switch)
Figure 4-3. Setting DIP switch actuator.
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