Page 2 - Nameplate; The Transfer Switch nameplate includes data for; Catalog Number Identification; A typical Catalog Number is shown below with its
Series 185 381333–319 E Nameplate The Transfer Switch nameplate includes data for each specific ASCO Series 185 ATS. Use the ATS only within the limits shown on this nameplate. Catalog Number Identification A typical Catalog Number is shown below with its elements explained. The example is for a D–d...
Page 3 - INSTALLATION; NOTICE
INSTALLATION Series 185 1 381333–319 E Installation of the ASCO Series 185 automatic transfer switch (ATS) must be performed by a licensed electrician.It must be installed according to the National Electrical Code (NEC) and all local electrical code requirements. Remove the enclosure cover and inspe...
Page 4 - CONTROLLER; Before using the transfer test button, be sure that
CONTROLLER Series 185 2 381333–319 E The Group 4 digital Controller is used in ASCO Series 185 automatic transfer switches. It provides the sensing,timing, and control functions for the ATS. This micro– processor–based controller includes built–in control buttons and status lights for control of the...
Page 5 - Table A. Generator Start Connections; Clock Battery; Exercise with or without Load; Table B. Generator Exercise Settings; To Set Exerciser; Set Engine Exerciser; To Cancel an Active Exercise Period; Bypass Time Delay
CONTROLLER Series 185 (continued) 3 381333–319 E 3 --- Generator Starting Contacts The generator starting contacts connections are on the controller. Refer to the generator manual. Disconnect the generator battery and verify that the ignition switch isin the OFF position. Connect the generator start...
Page 6 - Table C. Time Delay Settings
Series 185 CONTROLLER (continued) 4 381333–319 E S2 DIP switch S1 DIP switch Figure 6. DIP switches S1 and S2 at the top right. The time delay settings are shown in Figures 6 and 7 and in Table C. The sensor settings are shown in Figure 6and in Table D. The standard (factory) settings are shown in T...
Page 7 - Remote test; Table F. Remote transfer to generator; Bypass load transfer to utility time delay; Table G. Bypass load transfer to utility delay; Load disconnect feature; Table H. Factory Settings – Summary
CONTROLLER Series 185 (continued) 5 381333–319 E 6 --- Remote Control & Load Disconnect These remote control features require a customer– supplied normally–closed contact suitable for a 5 V dc low energy circuit. Refer to the wiring diagram providedwith the ATS. Activate the appropriate DIP swit...
Page 8 - FUNCTIONAL TEST; ALL POWER OFF
FUNCTIONAL TEST Series 185 6 381333–319 E After installing the Series 185 automatic transfer switch (ATS) perform the following three–part functional test. 1 --- Manual Operation A handle is provided on the transfer switch formaintenance purposes only. Manual operation of the transfer switch should ...
Page 10 - TROUBLESHOOTING; ELECTROCUTION FLASH HAZARD Do not work; Problem
TROUBLESHOOTING Series 185 8 381333–319 E This troubleshooting guide describes some of the simple causes of problems with the installation of the automatic transfer switch. Troubleshooting beyond the scope of thisguide should not be attempted by the installer. A licensed electrician must perform all...
Page 12 - INDEX
INDEX Series 185 Printed in U.S.A. Copyright --- ASCO Power Technologies, L.P. 2011 10 381333–319 E A Automatic Generator Exerciser, 2, 3, 9 B battery, clock, 3buttons, push, 2Bypass Time Delay, button, 2, 6 C cable spacers, 1catalog number, inside coverclock battery, 3connections electrical power, ...