Tp6883 - MPAC 1500 Controller Manual - HL

Operation
Automatic Transfer Switches
Controls:
Decision-Makerr MPAC 1500
Transfer Switch Models:
KCS/KCP/KCC
KBS/KBP/KBC
KGS/KGP
KEP
TP-6883 3/16b
Table of Contents
Safety Precautions and Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
List of Related Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Service Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Section 1 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.2 Source Names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.3 User Interface Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.3.1 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.3.2 Display Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.3.3 Pushbuttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.3.4 LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
1.3.5 Lamp Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
1.3.6 Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
1.4 Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
1.5 Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
1.5.1 Changing Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
1.5.2 Test Password Reset and Disable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
1.6 Normal Operation Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
1.7 System Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
1.7.1 Unloaded System Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
1.7.2 Loaded System Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
1.7.3 Closed-Transition Loaded Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
1.7.4 Auto-Loaded System Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
1.7.5 Sync Check (closed-transition) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
1.8 Automatic Operation Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
1.9 Exercise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
1.9.1 Unloaded Exercise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
1.9.2 Load Bank Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
1.9.3 Loaded Exercise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
1.10 Warnings and Faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
1.10.1 Fault Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
1.11 Accessory Module Faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
1.11.1 Module Status Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
1.11.2 Module Status Conflict . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
1.12 Reset Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
1.12.1 Reset Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
1.12.2 Reset Event History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
1.12.3 Reset Default Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
1.12.4 Reset and Disable Test Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Section 2 Sequence of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
2.1 Controller Powerup/Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
2.2 Sequence of Operation, Standard Transition Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
2.2.1 Preferred Source Loss and Return, Standard Transition . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
2.2.2 Exerciser Operation, Standard Transition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
2.2.3 Test Sequence, Standard Transition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
2.3 Sequence of Operation, Programmed-Transition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
2.3.1 Preferred Source Loss and Return, Programmed Transition . . . . . . . . . 32
2.3.2 Exerciser Operation, Programmed Transition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
2.3.3 Test Sequence, Programmed Transition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
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2.4 Sequence of Operation, Closed-Transition Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

2.4.1 Preferred Source Loss and Return, Closed Transition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
2.4.2 Failure to Synchronize (Programmed-Transition Override) . . . . . . . . . . . 34
2.4.3 Exerciser Operation, Closed Transition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
2.4.4 Test Sequence, Closed Transition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
2.4.5 Extended Transfer Time Relay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
2.5 Sequence of Operation, Service Entrance Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
2.5.1 Preferred Source Loss and Return, Service Entrance Models . . . . . . . . 37
2.5.2 Exerciser Operation,
Service Entrance Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
2.5.3 Test Sequence,
Service Entrance Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Section 3 View Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
3.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
3.2 Main Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
3.3 View Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
3.4 View Event History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
3.5 View Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
3.6 View Exerciser Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
3.7 View Prime Power Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
3.8 View System Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
3.9 View Source Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
3.10 View Time Delays, Source 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
3.11 View Time Delays, Source 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
3.12 View Inputs/Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
3.13 View Common Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
3.14 View Communications Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
3.15 View Control Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Section 4 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
4.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
4.2 Setup Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
4.3 Time/Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
4.4 Exerciser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
4.4.1 Setting the Exerciser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
4.4.2 Source/Source Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
4.5 Prime Power Run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
4.5.1 Prime Power Mode Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
4.5.2 Prime Power Mode Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
4.6 Time Delays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
4.6.1 Time Delays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
4.6.2 Load Control Time Delays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
4.6.3 Set S1 Time Delays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
4.6.4 Set S2 Time Delays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
4.7 Load Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
4.7.1 Time-Based Load Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
4.7.2 Current-Based Load Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
4.8 Set Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
4.8.1 Phase Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
4.8.2 In-Phase Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
4.8.3 Preferred Source Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
4.8.4 System Voltage and Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
4.8.5 Voltage and Frequency Pickup and Dropout Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
4.8.6 Set Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
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4.9 Inputs and Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

4.9.1 Controller Inputs and Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
4.9.2 Input/Output Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
4.9.3 Input Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
4.9.4 Output Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
4.9.5 User-Defined I/O Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
4.10 Common Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
4.10.1 Common Alarm Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
4.10.2 Audible Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
4.10.3 Chicago Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
4.11 Set System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
4.11.1 Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
4.11.2 Source Type/Source Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
4.11.3 Transition Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
4.11.4 Service Entrance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
4.11.5 Rated Current . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
4.11.6 Three Source Engine Start Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
4.11.7 Transfer Commit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
4.11.8 Remote Test Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
4.11.9 Peak Shave TD Bypass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
4.12 Three-Source Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
4.12.1 Three Source Engine Start Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
4.12.2 Preferred Source Toggle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
4.12.3 Three Source System Test and Exercise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
4.12.4 Three-Source System Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
4.12.5 ATS1 and ATS2 System Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
4.13 Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
4.14 Set Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
4.15 Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
4.16 Reset Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Section 5 Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
5.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
5.2 Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
5.2.1 USB Port SiteTech Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
5.2.2 Modbus Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
5.2.3 Ethernet Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
5.3 Communications Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
5.3.1 Modbus Serial Communication Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
5.3.2 Network Communication Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
5.3.3 Setup Using the Controller Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
5.3.4 Setup Using SiteTech . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
5.4 Parameter Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
5.5 Controller Firmware Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Section 6 Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
6.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
6.2 Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
6.2.1 Weekly Generator Set Exercise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
6.2.2 Monthly Automatic Control System Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
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6.3 Inspection and Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

6.3.1 External Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
6.3.2 Internal Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
6.3.3 SPD Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
6.3.4 Other Inspections and Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
6.3.5 Model KGS/KGP Bypass/Isolation Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
6.4 Service Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Section 7 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
7.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
7.2 Accessory Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
7.2.1 Input/Output (I/O) Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
7.2.2 External Battery Supply Module (EBSM/BOB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
7.2.3 Alarm Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
7.3 Controller Disconnect Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
7.4 Current Sensing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
7.5 Digital Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
7.6 Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
7.7 Line-to-Neutral Voltage Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
7.8 Load Shed (Forced Transfer to OFF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
7.8.1 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
7.8.2 Customer Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
7.9 Supervised Transfer Control Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
7.9.1 Manual Transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
7.9.2 Automatic Transfer Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
7.9.3 Non-Automatic Transfer Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
7.10 Surge Protection (SPD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
7.10.1 SPD Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
7.10.2 SPD Remote Status Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
7.10.3 SPD Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
7.11 User Interface Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Appendix A Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Appendix B Screen Summaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
6 Table of Contents TP-6883 3/16

Safety Precautions and Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.

Electromechanical equipment,
Accidental Starting Hazardous Voltage/
including generator sets, transfer Moving Parts
switches, switchgear, and accessories, WARNING
can cause bodily harm and pose DANGER
life-threatening danger when
improperly installed, operated, or
maintained. To prevent accidents be
aware of potential dangers and act
safely. Read and follow all safety Accidental starting.
precautions and instructions. SAVE Can cause severe injury or death. Hazardous voltage.
THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Will cause severe injury or death.
Disconnect the battery cables before
This manual has several types of safety working on the generator set. Disconnect all power sources before
precautions and instructions: Danger, Remove the negative (--) lead first opening the enclosure.
Warning, Caution, and Notice. when disconnecting the battery.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last
when reconnecting the battery. DANGER
DANGER
Disabling the generator set.
Danger indicates the presence of a
Accidental starting can cause
hazard that will cause severe
severe injury or death. Before
personal injury, death, or substantial Hazardous voltage.
working on the generator set or
property damage. Will cause severe injury or death.
connected equipment, disable the
generator set as follows: (1) Move the
Only authorized personnel should
WARNING generator set master switch to the OFF
open the enclosure.
position. (2) Disconnect the power to
the battery charger. (3) Remove the
Warning indicates the presence of a
battery cables, negative (--) lead first. Grounding electrical equipment.
hazard that can cause severe
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last Hazardous voltage can cause
personal injury, death, or substantial
when reconnecting the battery. Follow severe injury or death. Electrocution
property damage.
these precautions to prevent starting of is possible whenever electricity is
the generator set by an automatic present. Ensure you comply with all
CAUTION transfer switch, remote start/stop applicable codes and standards.
switch, or engine start command from a Electrically ground the generator set,
remote computer. transfer switch, and related equipment
Caution indicates the presence of a
hazard that will or can cause minor and electrical circuits. Turn off the main
Disabling the generator set. circuit breakers of all power sources
personal injury or property damage. Accidental starting can cause before servicing the equipment. Never
severe injury or death. Before contact electrical leads or appliances
NOTICE working on the generator set or when standing in water or on wet
Notice communicates installation, equipment connected to the set, ground because these conditions
operation, or maintenance information disable the generator set as follows: increase the risk of electrocution.
that is safety related but not hazard (1) Press the generator set off/reset
related. button to shut down the generator set. Short circuits. Hazardous
(2) Disconnect the power to the battery voltage/current can cause severe
Safety decals affixed to the equipment charger, if equipped. (3) Remove the injury or death. Short circuits can
in prominent places alert the operator battery cables, negative (--) lead first. cause bodily injury and/or equipment
or service technician to potential Reconnect the negative (--) lead last damage. Do not contact electrical
hazards and explain how to act safely. when reconnecting the battery. Follow connections with tools or jewelry while
The decals are shown throughout this these precautions to prevent the making adjustments or repairs.
publication to improve operator starting of the generator set by the Remove all jewelry before servicing the
recognition. Replace missing or remote start/stop switch. equipment.
damaged decals.
TP-6883 3/16 Safety Precautions and Instructions 7

Servicing the transfer switch.
Hazardous voltage can cause
deenergized by inline connector
separation. Test circuits with a
Notice
severe injury or death. Deenergize all voltmeter to verify that they are NOTICE
power sources before servicing. Turn deenergized before servicing.
Improper operator handle usage.
off the main circuit breakers of all
Testing live electrical circuits. Use the manual operator handle on the
transfer switch power sources and
Hazardous voltage or current can transfer switch for maintenance
disable all generator sets as follows:
cause severe injury or death. Have purposes only. Return the transfer
(1) Move all generator set master
trained and qualified personnel take switch to the normal position. Remove
controller switches to the OFF position.
diagnostic measurements of live the manual operator handle, if used,
(2) Disconnect power to all battery
circuits. Use adequately rated test and store it in the place provided on the
chargers. (3) Disconnect all battery
equipment with electrically insulated transfer switch when service is
cables, negative (--) leads first.
probes and follow the instructions of the completed.
Reconnect negative (--) leads last when
reconnecting the battery cables after test equipment manufacturer when
performing voltage tests. Observe the NOTICE
servicing. Follow these precautions to
prevent the starting of generator sets following precautions when performing Electrostatic discharge damage.
by an automatic transfer switch, remote voltage tests: (1) Remove all jewelry. Electrostatic discharge (ESD)
start/stop switch, or engine start (2) Stand on a dry, approved electrically damages electronic circuit boards.
command from a remote computer. insulated mat. (3) Do not touch the Prevent electrostatic discharge
Before servicing any components enclosure or components inside the damage by wearing an approved
inside the enclosure: (1) Remove all enclosure. (4) Be prepared for the grounding wrist strap when handling
jewelry. (2) Stand on a dry, approved system to operate automatically. electronic circuit boards or integrated
electrically insulated mat. (3) Test (600 volts and under) circuits. An approved grounding wrist
circuits with a voltmeter to verify that strap provides a high resistance (about
they are deenergized. 1 megohm), not a direct short, to
Heavy Equipment ground.
Making line or auxiliary
connections. Hazardous voltage WARNING
can cause severe injury or death. To
prevent electrical shock deenergize the
normal power source before making
any line or auxiliary connections.
Servicing the transfer switch
controls and accessories within the
enclosure. Hazardous voltage can Unbalanced weight.
cause severe injury or death. Improper lifting can cause severe
Disconnect the transfer switch controls injury or death and equipment
at the inline connector to deenergize damage.
the circuit boards and logic circuitry but
Use adequate lifting capacity.
allow the transfer switch to continue to
Never leave the transfer switch
supply power to the load. Disconnect
standing upright unless it is securely
all power sources to accessories that
bolted in place or stabilized.
are mounted within the enclosure but
are not wired through the controls and
8 Safety Precautions and Instructions TP-6883 3/16

Introduction
This manual provides operation instructions for Kohlerr perform required service at the prescribed intervals.
Decision-Makerr MPAC 1500 automatic transfer switch Obtain service from an authorized service distributor/
controls and related accessories. dealer to keep equipment in top condition.
The Decision-Makerr MPAC 1500 controller is available Read this manual and carefully follow all procedures
for the transfer switch models shown below. and safety precautions to ensure proper equipment
operation and to avoid bodily injury. Read and follow the
Model Description Safety Precautions and Instructions section at the
KCS Standard-Transition Any Breaker ATS * beginning of this manual. Keep this manual with the
KCP Programmed-Transition Any Breaker ATS * equipment for future reference.
KCC Closed-Transition Any Breaker ATS [
KBS Standard-Transition Bypass/Isolation ATS [
List of Related Materials
KBP Programmed-Transition Bypass/Isolation ATS [
KBC Closed-Transition Bypass/Isolation ATS [ A separate transfer switch installation manual provided
KGS Standard-Transition Bypass/Isolation ATS [ with the unit contains instructions for transfer switch
KGP Programmed-Transition Bypass/Isolation ATS [ installation and manual operation procedures.
KEP Service Entrance ATS [
* Available with automatic or non-automatic controller Literature Item Part Number
[ Available with automatic controller only Specification Sheet, MPAC 1500 Controller G11-128
Installation Manual, Model KCS/KCP/KCC TP-6833
Information in this publication represents data available Installation Manual, Model KBS/KBP/KBC TP-6835
at the time of print. Kohler Co. reserves the right to
Installation Manual, Model KGS/KGP TP-6836
change this literature and the products represented
Installation Manual, Model KEP TP-6946
without notice and without any obligation or liability
Operation Manual, Modbus Protocol TP-6113
whatsoever.
The equipment service requirements are very important

to safe and efficient operation. Inspect parts often and
TP-6883 3/16 Introduction 9

Service Assistance
For professional advice on generator power China

requirements and conscientious service, please contact North China Regional Office, Beijing
your nearest Kohler distributor or dealer. Phone: (86) 10 6518 7950
(86) 10 6518 7951
D Consult the Yellow Pages under the heading (86) 10 6518 7952
Generators—Electric. Fax: (86) 10 6518 7955
D Visit
the Kohler Power Systems website at East China Regional Office, Shanghai
KOHLERPower.com. Phone: (86) 21 6288 0500
Fax: (86) 21 6288 0550
D Look at the labels and decals on your Kohler product India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka
or review the appropriate literature or documents India Regional Office
included with the product. Bangalore, India
Phone: (91) 80 3366208
D Call toll free in the US and Canada 1-800-544-2444.
(91) 80 3366231
D Outside the US and Canada, call the nearest regional Fax: (91) 80 3315972
office. Japan, Korea
North Asia Regional Office
Headquarters Europe, Middle East, Africa Tokyo, Japan
(EMEA) Phone: (813) 3440-4515
Kohler Power Systems Netherlands B.V. Fax: (813) 3440-2727
Kristallaan 1
4761 ZC Zevenbergen Latin America
The Netherlands Latin America Regional Office
Phone: (31) 168 331630 Lakeland, Florida, USA
Fax: (31) 168 331631 Phone: (863) 619-7568
Fax: (863) 701-7131
Asia Pacific
Power Systems Asia Pacific Regional Office
Singapore, Republic of Singapore
Phone: (65) 6264-6422
Fax: (65) 6264-6455
10 Service Assistance TP-6883 3/16

Section 1 Operation
1.1 Introduction The Preferred Source is the source that will be used if
both sources are available. Typically, this is the normal
This section contains operation instructions, including: utility source 1. If the transfer switch is equipped with the
D User interface panel, with display, pushbuttons, and
optional alarm module, the Set Preferred Source menu
LED indicators allows the operator to select either source as the
preferred source. Source 2 (connected to the
D Main menu emergency side of the contactor) can be set as the
D System status, warnings, and faults preferred source using this menu. See Section 4.8.3 for
D Passwords more information about preferred source selection.
D Tests
Other applications may use different configurations,
D Warnings and Faults such as the gen-gen configuration which uses two
D Reset Data generator set sources and no utility.
1.2 Source Names 1.3 User Interface Panel

Throughout this manual, the sources are referred to as The user interface panel is located on the transfer switch
follows. Source 1 (S1) is connected to the Normal side door. Figure 1-1 shows the user interface pushbuttons
of the transfer switch and is also referred to as Source N. and LED indicators.
Source 2 (S2) is connected to the Emergency side of the
transfer switch and is also called Source E. The engine
start contacts are associated with Source 2.
1 2 3 4
5
GM85884
1. Source N Available LED 4. Source E Available LED 6. System Alert LED 8. Pushbuttons (4)
2. Source N Position LED 5. USB port for SiteTecht 7. Not in Auto LED 9. Display
3. Source E Position LED connection
Figure 1-1 User Interface Panel
TP-6883 3/16 Section 1 Operation 11

1.3.1 Display
B Down arrow (closed). Step down to the next
The four-line display indicates transfer switch status and menu or scroll through a list.
setup, including the following:
Y Up arrow (closed). Step back to the previous
D System status menu.
D Faults and warnings
D Active time delays
" Right arrow (closed). Move to the next
submenu.
D Source voltages
D Source frequency (Hz) Up arrow (open). Increases the selected
numerical value.
D Current (amps)
D Source setup information Down arrow (open). Decreases the selected
numerical value.
D Time and date
D Time and date of next scheduled exercise Right arrow (open). Steps to the next digit in a
selected numerical value.
The display also identifies the pushbutton functions,
which can change from menu-to-menu.
Back Steps back to the previous menu or submenu.
1.3.2 Display Contrast End Ends the current time delay.

Delay
To adjust the display contrast, press and hold the
second button until two rows of asterisks (*) appear. End Ends an active test sequence. See
Then press the up arrow button to increase the contrast Test Section 2.2.3.
or the down arrow button to decrease the contrast. The
display will return to the main menu after a few seconds OK Enters the displayed numerical value
if no buttons are pressed. (password or setting).
Main Returns to the main menu.

1.3.3 Pushbuttons
Next Steps to the next parameter in an item with
The user interface panel has four pushbuttons below the multiple settings (for example, in Exerciser
display. Pushbutton functions are shown above each Setup).
button in the last line of the display and can change from
menu-to-menu. The pushbutton functions are defined Reset Reset the fault condition shown on the display,
or reset an accessory module after connection.
in Figure 1-2.
Save Saves settings shown on the display.
Set From the main menu, moves to the first

setup menu.
Start From the Test menu, starts the test sequence.
Test From the main menu, moves to the test

sequence menus. See Section 1.7.
View From the main menu, moves to the first

view menu.
Figure 1-2 Pushbutton Functions
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1.3.4 LED Indicators 1.3.5 Lamp Test
LEDs on the user interface indicate contactor position, To test the LEDs on the controller’s user interface, go to
source availability, faults, and other conditions. The the Main menu. Press the down arrow button once, then
table in Figure 1-3 describes the functions of the LED press the Lamp Test button and verify that the LCD
indicators. menu and all 6 LEDs on the user interface illuminate.
See Figure 1-4.
See Section 1.10 for more information about warnings
and faults. System Ready
LD Exer 12/14 @ 16:00
Press the down arrow
Some programmable inputs will trigger the LEDs to light Norm 480V Emer 480V
button.
or flash. See Section 4.9.
B View Set Test
LED Indicator Condition Norm AB BC AC

Source N Available, Source N is available. ##Hz ###V ###V ###V Press and hold the
Green Lamp Test button.
Lamp
Source E Available, Red Source E is available. B Y Test Main
Position A, Green Contactor is in Normal position.
Position B, Red Contactor is in Emergency position. Figure 1-4 Lamp Test
System Alert, Red Fault. Identify and correct the cause
of the fault condition, then reset faults
at the controller. See Section 1.10. 1.3.6 Examples
Input active: Low Battery Voltage or
Remote Common Alarm. See Figure 1-5 illustrates navigation through the menus.
Section 4.9.
Not in Auto, Red ATS is not set for automatic Figure 1-6 illustrates how to use the pushbuttons to step
operation or a load shed (forced through menus and change settings. This example
transfer to OFF) sequence is active.
shows setting the time.
Flashes for manual transfer waiting.
Input active: Inhibit Transfer, Forced
Transfer to OFF. See Section 4.9.
Figure 1-3 User Interface LED Indicators
Set Common Alarms Set Common Alarms Modify Alarm Alarm Description Alarm Description
Alarm Group 1 Common Audible Common Y Audible N
B Y " Main B Y " Back B Y " Back B Y " Back Back Save
Press the up and down Press the up arrow

arrow buttons to step button to step through
Press the up and through the alarm all combinations of yes
Press the right arrow Press the up and down down arrow buttons descriptions. Then press
arrow buttons to step and no for common
button to enter the to select Modify the right arrow to change and audible.
Set Common Alarms between alarm groups 1 Alarm or Remove the common and audible
menu. and 2. All Alarms assignments for that Press Save to save the
Press the right arrow to function. common and audible
modify settings in the alarm settings.
displayed group.
Remove All Alarms Remove All Alarms
Yes/No
B Y " Back Back Save
Press the up arrow button to toggle yes or no.

If Yes is displayed, pressing Save will remove
all alarms from the selected group (1 or 2).
Pressing Back exits without executing the
Remove command.
Figure 1-5 Example: Set Common Alarms

1 System OK 6
LD Exer ##/## @ ##:## Set Time
Norm ###V Emer ###V
B View Set Test B Y " Back
Press the SET button. Press the right arrow

button to enter the Set
Time submenu.
2 Enter Password
Time to Enter #:##
????
OK 7
Set Time ##:##
Back Save
Press the open UP arrow button to
increase the first digit of the password
from 0 through 9.
Press the open up arrow
Note: The default password is 0000. button to increase the first
digit. (Use 00:00 to 23:59 for
time.)
3 Enter Password
Time to Enter #:##
0???
OK
8
Set Time 1#:##
Press the open RIGHT arrow Back Save

button to move to the next
digit. Repeat Steps 2 and 3
until the correct password is
displayed.
Press the open right arrow
button to step to the next digit.
Repeat steps 7 and 8 until the
4 Enter Password correct time is displayed.
Time to Enter #:##
0000
OK
9
Set Time 14:37
Press OK to enter the password. Back Save
Set Time/Date
5
Press Save.
B Y " Main
Press the right arrow button

to enter the Set Time/Date
submenu.
Figure 1-6 Example: Setting the Time

1.4 Main Menu Press the Test button to enter the Test mode. A
password is required. See Section 1.7.
The main menu appears at system startup and displays
the following information (see Figure 1-7): The display returns to the main menu after 10 minutes of
no activity (no buttons pressed).
D System Status (see Figure 1-8)
D Date and time of the next scheduled exercise run (if 1 2

programmed)
System Ready 3
D Measured source voltages LD Exer 12/14 @ 16:00
Norm 480V Emer 480V
D Pushbutton functions
B View Set Test
Pressing the down arrow button steps to the normal
operation menus shown in Section 1.6. Step through 6446
1. System status message
these menus to check the measured frequency, line
2. Next scheduled exercise, if programmed
voltages, current (if the current sensing accessory is 3. Source voltages detected
installed), and other system information.
Figure 1-7 Main Menu
Some parameters will appear only under certain
conditions. For example: System Status Messages
Aux Switch Fault
D If no exercise runs are scheduled, the second line of Aux Switch Open
the main menu is blank. Exerciser Active
External Battery Low
D The Daylight Saving Time settings are displayed only
if DST is enabled. Fail to Acquire Pref
Fail to Acquire Stby
D Phase rotation and in-phase monitoring are Fail to Transfer
displayed only for three-phase systems. In Phase Waiting
Inhibit Transfer
D Some parameters and time delays appear only for Low Battery Voltage
programmed-transition models.
Maint DIP Switch
Module Lost Comm
D The menus displayed during a test or exercise
sequence will vary depending on the time delay New Module
settings. Peak Shave Active
Phase Rotation Error
Pressing the View button steps to the view menus Remote Common Alarm
shown in Section 3.3. System Ready
Test Mode Active
Passwords are required to enter the setup and test
modes. See Section 1.5 for more information about Figure 1-8 System Status Messages
passwords.
Press the Set button to enter the setup mode. A

password is required. See Section 4.2 for system setup
menus.

1.5 Passwords Note: The factory default password is 0000.
Passwords are required to enter the Test and Setup
Enter Password
menus. Passwords are 4-digit numbers. See Time to Enter #:##
Figure 1-9 for instructions to enter the password using >????<
the pushbuttons on the controller’s user interface.
OK
There are two passwords:
Press the open up arrow button to increase the first digit
Setup Password. The setup password controls access of the password from 0 to 9.
to the system setup menus, which allow changes to
system settings, time delays, etc.
Enter Password
For closed-transition models, the setup password is Time to Enter #:##
>0???<
required to initiate a transfer when the programmed
transition override function is set to manual. See OK
Section 1.7.3.
Test Password. The test password controls access to Press the open right arrow button to step to the next digit.
Repeat for all four digits.
the test sequence menus. The test password is required
to initiate a loaded, unloaded, or auto-loaded test, and
also to initiate a sync check test on closed-transition
models. Enter Password
Time to Enter #:##
>0000<
If the correct password is not entered within 30 seconds,
the display returns to the main menu. OK
The factory default password is 0000. Change the

password to allow only authorized personnel to start and Press the OK button to enter the password.
end tests or change settings.
1.5.1 Changing Passwords Incorrect Password
Use the Passwords Setup Menu to change passwords.

See Section 4.14.
If the wrong password is entered, the Incorrect Password
message appears. Check the password and try again.
1.5.2 Test Password Reset and Disable
Figure 1-9 Entering a Password
The test password can be reset to the default value or
disabled. Use the Setup Menu--Reset Data menu. See
Figure 1-26.
Note: Disable the test password only during service

unless the transfer switch is located in a secure
location.
Disabling the test password allows any user to initiate a

test sequence from the controller’s user interface
without entering a password. Initiating a test starts the
generator set and, if a loaded test is selected, transfers
the load.

1.6 Normal Operation Menus
System Ready
During normal transfer switch operation, the screens LD Exer 12/14 @ 16:00
shown in Figure 1-10 or Figure 1-11 are displayed. Use Norm 480V Emer 480V
the up and down arrow buttons to view the system status
B View Set Test
information as shown. Press Main to return to the main
menu from any screen. Norm AB BC AC
##Hz ###V ###V ###V
The Sequence of Operation descriptions in Sections 2.2 Lamp
through 2.4 describe the transfer switch normal B Y Test Main
operation for standard, programmed, and closed
transition models. Norm AN BN CN
##Hz ###V ###V ###V
System Ready
B Y Main
LD Exer 12/14 @ 16:00
Norm 480V Emer 480V
Emer AB BC AC
B View Set Test ##Hz ###V ###V ###V
Norm L1 L2 B Y Main
##Hz ###V ###V
Lamp Emer AN BN CN
B Y Test Main ##Hz ###V ###V ###V
B Y Main
Emer L1 L2
##Hz ###V ###V
Amps LA LB LC
#### #### ####
B Y Main
B Y Main
Amps L1 L2
#### ####
Time/Date
09:10 DST 01/13/06
B Y Main
B Y Main
Time/Date
09:10 DST 01/13/06
Daylight Saving Time
Clock Ahead 1 Hour
B Y Main
Sun 03/12/06
B Y Main
Clock Ahead 1 Hour
Sun 03/12/06
Clock Back 1 Hour
B Y Main
Sun 11/05/06
B Y Main
Clock Back 1 Hour Normal Preferred
Sun 11/05/06 Util-Gen Operation
B Y Main No Commit Transfer
B Y Main
Normal Preferred
Util-Gen Operation Standard Transition
No Commit Transfer Phase Rotation ABC
B Y Main In Phase Enabled
B Y Main
Standard Transition
Figure 1-11 Three-Phase Operation

B Y Main
Figure 1-10 Single-Phase Operation

1.7 System Test time delays. See Figure 1-16 for Sync Check menus for
closed-transition models.
Use the system test feature to:
Press the End Test designated pushbutton to end the
D Start and run the generator set. test. Time delays will execute as programmed when the
test is ended. Press the End Delay button to end the
D Simulate a preferred source failure, resulting in a currently displayed time delay, if desired.
transfer to the standby source.
To check the source voltage and frequency while a test
D Check source synchronization (closed-transition is running, press the Main button. Press the Test button
models only). to return to the test sequence menus.
See Figure 1-12 for the test sequence menus. From the If the emergency source is lost during a system test, the
main menu, press the Test button and then enter the fail to acquire standby signal is indicated immediately,
password. The password ensures that only authorized and the test is terminated. If the contactor is in the
personnel can start a test. standby position, it transfers immediately to the
preferred position.
Press the down arrow button to navigate to the desired
test sequence. Press the Start button to start the test. See Section 4.9.3 for additional information about the
remote test input.
Figure 1-13 shows the menus displayed during the test
run. Menus are dependent on the system settings and
System Ready Enter Password Type of Test Auto Load Test

LD Exer ##/## @ ##:## Time to Enter #:## Auto Load Enter Time
Norm ###V Emer ###V >????< Time :## min Time ?? min
B View Set Test OK B Main " Start Back OK
Type of Test
Press the Test button to enter the
Loaded
Test mode. A password is required.
B Main Start
Type of Test
Unloaded
B Main Start
Type of Test
Sync Check
B Main Start
Figure 1-12 Test Selection Menus

1.7.1 Unloaded System Test
Engine Start in ##:##
Norm ###V Emer ###V When an unloaded test is initiated, the controller
End End immediately signals the generator to start, without
Main Delay Test waiting for the engine start time delay to expire. The
contactor does not change position during an unloaded
LD# Disc in ##:## test, but if the normal source should fail, the contactor
Appears if load control
Norm ###V Emer ###V
time delays are set will transfer to the emergency source.
End End
Main Delay Test
The unloaded test feature is available only with the
Xfr to Off in ##:## Util-Genset and Genset-Genset modes of operation.
Norm ###V Emer ###V Programmed-transition The load bank control output is active during an
models only
End End unloaded exercise or unloaded system test. If the
Main Delay Test
contactor transfers to the standby position during the
Xfr to Emer in ##:## test, the load bank control is deactivated. (The standby
Norm ###V Emer ###V source supplies power to the load.)
End End
Main Delay Test 1.7.2 Loaded System Test
Add LD# in ##:##
A loaded test simulates a preferred source failure,
Norm ###V Emer ###V Appears if load control
time delays are set
except that the engine start time delay is bypassed. The
End End generator set is signaled to start immediately upon test
Main Delay Test
activation. Load control signals are issued prior to
System on Test transfer with their associated time delays. Since the
Norm ###V Emer ###V loaded test transfer will be between two live sources, the
End End
in-phase monitor or closed transition feature will be
Main Delay Test activated if it is enabled. If the preferred source is lost
during a loaded test with the contactor in the standby
LD# Disc in ##:##
position, the test will continue to be active, even on
Norm ###V Emer ###V Appears if load control restoration of preferred. If the standby source is lost and
time delays are set
End End the preferred source is available, the test will be
Main Delay Test terminated, and the transfer switch will immediately
Xfr to Off in ##:##
transfer to the preferred source position, bypassing all
Norm ###V Emer ###V Programmed-transition time delays except the off-position requirements in a
models only programmed-transition system.
End End
Main Delay Test
When a loaded test is terminated normally, the
Xfr to Norm in ##:## retransfer sequence operates as though the preferred
Norm ###V Emer ###V source has been restored after a failure. All time delays
End End are executed and an in-phase transfer will occur if
Main Delay Test enabled. The loaded test feature is available with the
Util-Genset, Util-Util and Genset-Genset modes of
Add LD# in ##:##
operation.
Norm ###V Emer ###V
Appears if load control
End End time delays are set
Main Delay Test 1.7.3 Closed-Transition Loaded Test
Eng Cooldown ##:## When a loaded test is initiated on a closed-transition
Norm ###V Emer ###V model, the generator set is signaled to start and the
End End controller monitors the sources for synchronization.
Main Delay Test The load is transferred when the sources are
synchronized.
Note: See Figure 1-16 for Sync Check menus.
Figure 1-13 Test Sequence Menus

If the sources do not sync before the Fail to Sync time 1.7.5 Sync Check (closed-transition)
delay expires, the programmed-transition override
function operates. The Sync Check allows a test of the synchronization of
two available sources without initiating a transfer.
D If the override function is set to Automatic, a Navigate to the Type of Test, Sync Check menu and
programmed-transition transfer will occur when the press the Start button to begin the test. The controller
Fail to Sync time delay expires. The contactor stops displays Syncing during the test, and the phase angle
in the OFF position for the length of the off-to standby difference is shown between two arrows. For example,
time delay before proceeding to transfer to the > 10 < indicates that the sources are 10 degrees out of
standby source. phase. The arrows move closer together as the sources
approach synchronization. When the sources
D If the override function is set to manual, the user can synchronize, the controller indicates Synced and
either initiate a programmed-transition type transfer continues to monitor the source synchronization. The
(setup password required) or cancel the test load is not transferred. See Figure 1-16. Press the End
sequence. See Figure 1-14. If neither action is taken, Test button to end the test.
the controller will continue to check for
synchronization and transfer if the sources
synchronize. Type of Test
Sync Check
See Section 4.11.3 for instructions to set the
programmed-transition override function. B Main Start
System on Test
Manual Transfer 1 Norm ###V Emer ###V
Password: Syncing
End
Main > 102 < Test
Cancel OK
2 System on Test
Norm ###V Emer ###V
Synced
1. Use arrow buttons to enter the setup password and click OK End
to initiate a manual programmed-transition transfer. OR Main >< Test
2. Press the Cancel button to cancel the test.
Figure 1-14 Manual Transfer Menu for Figure 1-16 Sync Check Menus
Programmed-Transition Override
1.8 Automatic Operation Test
1.7.4 Auto-Loaded System Test
Note: Close and lock the enclosure door before starting
The auto-loaded test feature is a timed, loaded test. The the test procedure.
auto-loaded time delay determines how long after the
transfer to standby to terminate the test and transfer Preferred Source Selection. The test procedure
back to the preferred source. The time is defaulted to assumes that Source N is the preferred source. If the
30 minutes and can be adjusted from 1 minute to ATS is equipped with the alarm board accessory, check
60 minutes. See Figure 1-15. the preferred source selection before proceeding with
the automatic operation test. To check the preferred
source selection, use the down arrow button to step
Type of Test Auto Loaded Test down from the main screen until Normal Preferred or
Auto Loaded Enter Time
Time :## min Emergency Preferred is displayed. See Figure 1-10 or
Time: ?? min
Figure 1-11.
B Main " Start Back OK
Supervised Transfer Switch. If the transfer switch is
equipped with a supervised transfer switch, verify that it
1 3 2 is set to the Auto position.
Follow the procedure below to start a loaded test. Verify
1. Press right arrow button to go to the Enter Time menu.
2. Use the open arrow buttons to enter the duration time for the that the ATS starts the generator set and transfers the
test. Then press OK. load to the emergency source, executing all time delays
3. Press Start to start the test. that are set up to operate during a loss of the normal
source. End the test and verify that the transfer switch
Figure 1-15 Auto Loaded Test Menus transfers the load back to the normal source and
removes the engine start signal, executing all

appropriate programmed time delays. Refer to Section If the sources do not synchronize before the fail
2.2.3 for a more detailed description of the test to sync time delay expires, operation depends
sequence of operation. on the programmed transition override setting.
If automatic override is enabled, the ATS will
Load control time delay settings may affect the transfer the load using a programmed-
operation sequences. transition transfer. If automatic override is not
enabled, the ATS will continue to monitor the
Note: If the standby source fails during a loaded test,
source synchronization and transfer when/if
the ATS will immediately attempt to transfer to the
the sources synchronize. The operator can
preferred source.
initiate a programmed-transition transfer
(password required) or cancel the transfer.
Automatic Operation Test Procedure
8. Press the End Test button.
1. Check the controller LED indicators to verify that
the Position N and Source N Available indicators 9. Verify that the switch transfers the load back to
are lit. Source N.
2. Verify that the generator set master switch is in the a. Standard-Transition Models: After the
AUTO position. standby-to-preferred time delay, verify that the
Position E LED goes out and the Position N
3. Refer to Figure 1-17. From the main screen, press
LED lights, indicating that the switch has
the Test button. Enter the test password when
transferred the load to Source N.
prompted and press OK.
b. Programmed-Transition Models: After the
4. Press the down arrow button to display Type of Test
standby-to-off time delay, verify that the
Loaded.
Position E LED goes out. After the off-to-
5. Press the Start button. preferred time delay, check that the Position N
LED lights, indicating that the switch has
6. Verify that the generator set starts and the Source transferred the load to Source N.
E Available LED lights.
c. Closed-Transition Models: See Section 1.7.3.
7. Verify that the switch transfers the load to Source E. After the standby-to-preferred time delay, the
Observe the controller LEDs and display as the controller monitors the sources for
time delays execute and the load is transferred. synchronization. When the sources are in
sync, the ATS transfers the load to Source N
a. Standard-Transition Models: After the and the Position N LED lights. Both sources will
preferred-to-standby transfer time delay, verify be connected for less than 100 milliseconds
that the Position N LED turns off and the before Source E is disconnected and the
Position E LED lights, indicating that the switch Position E LED turns off.
has transferred the load to Source E.
If the sources do not synchronize before the fail
b. Programmed-Transition Models: After the to sync time delay expires, operation depends
preferred-to-off time delay, verify that the on the programmed transition override setting.
Position N LED turns off. After the If automatic override is enabled, the ATS will
off-to-standby time delay, check that the transfer the load using a programmed-
Position E LED lights, indicating that the switch transition transfer. If automatic override is not
has transferred the load to Source E. enabled, the ATS will continue to monitor the
source synchronization and transfer when/if
c. Closed-Transition Models: See Section 1.7.3. the sources synchronize. The operator can
After the preferred-to-standby time delay, the initiate a programmed-transition transfer
controller monitors the sources for (password required).
synchronization. When the sources are in
sync, the ATS transfers the load to Source E 10. After the engine cooldown time delay expires, the
and the Position E LED lights. Both sources will engine start signal is removed. Verify that the
be connected for less than 100 milliseconds generator set stops.
before Source N is disconnected and the
Position N LED turns off. Note: The generator set may have an engine
cooldown time delay that causes the
generator set engine to run after the transfer
switch engine start signal is removed.

System OK
LD Exer ##/## @ ##:## On the main screen, press the Test button.
Norm ###V Emer ###V
B View Set Test
Enter Password Use the open arrow buttons to enter the Test
Time to Enter #:## password. See Section 1.5 for instructions. Then
>????<
press the OK button.
OK
Type of Test
Auto Load Press the down arrow button to step to the
Time :## min loaded test screen.
B Main " Start
Type of Test Press the Start button to initiate the test

Loaded
sequence.
B Main Start
Engine Start in ##:##

Norm ###V Emer ###V Additional test sequence screens may appear,
depending on the system settings.
End End
Delay Test
Press the Main button to return to the main screen

System on Test
Norm ###V Emer ###V
during the test, if desired. From the main screen,
press Test to return to the test screen.
End
Main Test
Press the End Test button to end the test.
Figure 1-17 Starting and Stopping the Automatic Operation Test

1.9 Exercise contactor transfers to the standby position, the load
bank control will be deactivated. (The standby source
Schedule exercise runs through the Set Exercise supplies power to the load.)
menus. See Section 4.4. To run the generator set at a
time other than a scheduled exercise sequence, use the
Test function. See Section 1.7 for instructions.
1.9.3 Loaded Exercise
A loaded exercise starts the generator set and transfers
When a scheduled exercise is running, the menus the load from the normal source to the standby source.
shown in Figure 1-18 appear. Press Main to return to
the main menu, if desired. Press the End button to end On closed-transition models, transfer will occur when
the exercise sequence before the scheduled stop time, the sources are synchronized. If the sources do not
if necessary. sync, press Cancel to end the exercise.
If a system test or peak shave is active when the
exercise is scheduled to occur, the exercise is skipped. Exerciser Active Display during
A preferred-source failure during an exerciser period Fail to Acquire 00:59 generator set engine
causes the exercise to be terminated and normal ATS Norm ###V Emer ###V start or if engine does
operation to resume. Main End not start immediately.
An exercise event can be temporarily disabled to

prevent its execution and then re-enabled later using the Display during
Exerciser Active
enable/disable setting in the Set Exercise menus. See exercise run.
Time Remaining 00:29
Section 4.4. Norm ###V Emer ###V
Main End
1.9.1 Unloaded Exercise
An unloaded exercise starts and runs the generator set Figure 1-18 Exercise Sequence Menus
without transferring the load.
1.9.2 Load Bank Control

The load bank control output is active during an
unloaded exercise or unloaded system test. If the

1.10 Warnings and Faults ATS warnings and faults are shown in Figure 1-20.
There are three types of warning/fault conditions:
When a fault exists, the System Alert indicator flashes, a
designated output and the common fault output are Warning. Warnings automatically reset with a source
turned on, and an appropriate message is displayed to availability change or a transfer request.
indicate the fault. See Figure 1-19 for the location of the
System Alert indicator. Fault Requiring Manual Reset. Under these
conditions, normal ATS operation is halted. Active
modes are turned off. If the contactor is in the preferred
source position, the engine cooldown time delay
executes and the engine start contacts open, allowing
the generator set to shut down. See Section 1.10.1 for
instructions to reset faults.
1 Self Resetting Faults. Under these conditions, active
modes are turned off. If the contactor is in the preferred
source position, the engine cooldown time delay
executes and the engine start contacts open, allowing
the generator set to shut down. When the fault condition
is corrected, the fault is automatically cleared from the
controller and normal ATS operation continues.
1. System Alert LED GM85888
Figure 1-19 Fault Indication
Condition Type Description

Failure to Acquire Standby Source Warning The source voltage did not reach the acceptable range within a set
time (see Time Delays). For example, the standby source generator
Failure to Acquire Preferred Source Warning set did not start.
IPM Synching Warning (status) The two sources did not come into phase within the Fail to
(In-Phase Monitor Synching) Synchronize time delay.
Note: If the sources do come into phase after the time delay
expires, the warning is automatically cleared and normal ATS
operation continues.
External Battery Low Warning The voltage of the battery connected to the external battery supply
module (EBSM) is low.
Failure to Transfer Warning The signal to transfer is sent to the contactor and the main shaft
auxiliary switch fails to indicate a complete ATS position change.
The controller will attempt to transfer the unit three times before the
fault is indicated.
Src N (or Src E) Rotation Err Self-Resetting Fault The detected phase rotation of one or both sources does not match
the preselected setting.
I/O Module Lost Comm Self-Resetting Fault An I/O device has stopped communicating or does not have a
correct address specified. Fault resets if communication is
reestablished.
Auxiliary Switch Fault Manual Reset Fault The main shaft auxiliary switches indicate that the ATS is in more
than one position, or the position changed when no signal was sent
to initiate the change.
Auxiliary Switch Open Manual Reset Fault The main shaft auxiliary switches indicate that the ATS is in neither
position (all inputs are open).
Source1/Source2 Breaker Trip Manual Reset Fault The Source1 or Source2 circuit breaker in the service entrance
(service entrance models only) transfer switch has tripped due to an overcurrent condition. Identify
and correct the cause of the fault before resetting the controller.
Module Status Change Manual Reset Fault An accessory module has been disconnected OR a new module is
detected. See Section 1.11.1 to reset.
Module Status Conflict Manual Reset Fault An accessory module has been replaced with a different type of
module with the same address. See Section 1.11.2 to reset.
External Fault Self-Resetting Fault The external input dedicated to this condition is closed.
Figure 1-20 Warnings and Faults

1.10.1 Fault Reset
Module Status Change
To clear a fault or warning condition and reset the Press Reset.
Norm ###V Emer ###V
System Alert LED, go to the Main menu and press the
down arrow button to open the Reset menu. See Reset View Set Test
Figure 1-19 and Figure 1-21. Then press the button
labeled Reset. A fault reset does not change the Reset
controller settings. New Module
Press Reset.
See Section 1.11, Accessory Module Faults, for B Y Reset Main

instructions to correct and reset faults related to the I/O
modules and other accessory modules.
Figure 1-22 Menus after Module Connection
When a fault message Fault Message Module

is displayed, press the LD Exer ##/## @ ##:##
Type Description
down arrow (B) button Norm ###V Emer ###V
on the Main menu to AOB Switch/Alarm Module (alarm option board)
step to the Reset Fault B View Set Test
SOB Standard I/O Module (standard option board)
menu.
Reset POB High-Power I/O Module (power option board)
Then press the Reset Fault Description
Figure 1-23 Module Types
button.
B Y Reset Main Disconnected Module
Figure 1-21 Fault Reset If one or more accessory modules are disconnected
from the controller, the message Module Status Change
appears. See Figure 1-24. Pressing the Reset button
1.11 Accessory Module Faults displays the message Check Module Setup to Clear
Fault. Use the following Module Uninstall Procedure to
Accessory modules are optional equipment. uninstall modules after disconnection.
1.11.1 Module Status Change Module Status Change
Norm ###V Emer ###V

Press Reset.
Connecting or disconnecting one or more accessory
modules can cause the Module Status Change Reset View Set Test
message to be displayed.
Check Module Setup Press Main and follow
Module Connection (new or reconnected module) to Clear Fault Module Uninstall
Procedure.
Installing or reconnecting one or more accessory B Y Reset Main
modules triggers the Module Status Change message.
See Figure 1-22. Press the Reset button to display
Reset New Module. Press the Reset button from that Figure 1-24 Menus after Module Disconnection
menu. The controller recognizes the module type(s).
See Figure 1-23.
Navigate to the Set Input/Outputs>Set Aux I/O menu to

check that the controller has recognized the connected
modules.
See Section 4.9 for instructions to assign programmable

inputs and outputs to I/O modules. Go to Section 4.10
for instructions to assign functions to the audible alarm
for an Alarm Module.

Module Uninstall Procedure 1.11.2 Module Status Conflict
1. Press Main to return to the main menu. The message Module Status Conflict appears if one
type of module is replaced with another type of module
2. Press Set to enter setup mode. that has the same address. Follow the procedure below
to resolve the conflict.
3. Enter the setup password.
4. Press the down arrow to step to the Set Inputs/ Procedure to Clear a Module Status Conflict
Outputs menu.
1. Disconnect power to the transfer switch.
5. Navigate to the Set Auxiliary I/O menu. See
Figure 1-25. Press the right arrow button to see the 2. Disconnect the module.
status of module 1. Press the down arrow to step to 3. Close the enclosure door and reconnect power to
the next module, if necessary, until the menu the ATS. The display will show Module Status
shows Status: Lost. Change.
6. Press the right arrow button to move to the
4. Press the button labeled Reset. The display will
Uninstall Module menu. Verify that the menu says show Check Module Setup to Clear Fault.
Uninstall Module Yes. (Press the open arrow
button to toggle no/yes, if necessary.) 5. Follow the procedure in Section 1.11.1 to uninstall
the module through the ATS controller keypad.
7. When Yes is displayed, press Save to uninstall the
module. 6. Disconnect power to the ATS.
8. Repeat the uninstall procedure for additional 7. Connect the new module.
modules, if necessary.
8. Close the enclosure door and reconnect power to
Other Module Status Change Conditions the ATS. The display will show Module Status
Change. See Figure 1-22.
A Module Status Change message that cannot be
cleared as described in this section may indicate a 9. Press the button labeled Reset to display Reset
failure of the controller’s real-time clock. Carefully follow New Module. Press the reset button from that
the Module Connection or Module Uninstall procedures menu. The controller will now recognize the new
to attempt to reset the fault. If the fault cannot be reset, module type.
the controller’s logic board may need to be replaced.
Contact an authorized distributor/dealer for service. 10. Navigate to the Set Auxiliary I/O menu to check the
status and settings for the new module. See
Figure 1-25. Press the right arrow button to see the
status of module 1. Press the down arrow to step to
the next module, if necessary,
Set
Set Inputs/Outputs Main Board I/O
B Y " Main B Y " Back
Set Module 1 Module 1

Auxiliary I/O Type POB Addr 1 Uninstall Module
Status: Lost Yes
B Y " Back B Y " Back Save Back
Press the down arrow button to step to the

next module, if necessary.
Figure 1-25 Uninstall Module

1.12 Reset Data 1.12.1 Reset Maintenance Records
Be sure to read and understand the information in this Reset the maintenance records after transfer switch
section before resetting records or parameters. service to update the last maintenance date and totals
since reset that are displayed in the maintenance
Note: Resetting to the default parameters will reset all records menu.
parameters to a factory default setting.
Use the Reset Data menus to set records or parameters 1.12.2 Reset Event History
back to factory default settings. See Figure 1-26.
Resetting the event history clears the events from the
1. Use the black arrow buttons to step to the desired event history log. The history lists the 100 most recent
menu. transfer switch events, including transfers and DIP
switch setting changes as well as faults and alarms.
2. Press the open up arrow button to toggle Yes or No
until Yes is displayed.
3. Press Save to reset the records or parameters to

the factory defaults. Pressing Back exits the menu
without resetting.
Reset
Reset Data Maintenance Records
Yes/No
B Y " Main B Save Back
Reset
Event History
Yes/No
B Save Back
Reset Note: Resetting to the default parameters will reset all

Default Parameters
parameters, including the system voltage
Yes/No
and frequency, to a factory default setting. The
B Save Back
transfer switch will not operate correctly if the
system voltage and frequency do not match the
Reset
Exerciser Setup
sources.
Yes/No
B Save Back
Reset
Test Password
Yes/No
B Save Back
Disable Note: Disable the test password only during service

Test Password unless the transfer switch is installed in a secure
Yes/No location.
B Save Back
Figure 1-26 Reset Data

1.12.3 Reset Default Parameters 1.12.4 Reset and Disable Test Password
Resetting to the default parameters will reset all Reset the Test password to return the test password to
parameters, including the system voltage and the default, 0000.
frequency, to a factory default setting. The default
system voltage and frequency settings may not match Note: Disable the test password only during service
the settings for your application. unless the transfer switch is installed in a secure
location.
The transfer switch will not operate correctly if the
system voltage and frequency do not match the Disabling the test password allows any user to initiate a
sources. Use the Set Sources menu to set the system test sequence from the controller’s user interface
voltage and frequency after resetting to the default without entering a password. Initiating a test starts the
parameters. See Section 6 for instructions. generator set and, if a loaded test is selected, transfers
the load.
Check the system operation to verify the settings after
resetting.

Section 2 Sequence of Operation
This section explains the transfer switch sequence of 2.1 Controller Powerup/Reset
operation during the following events:
Following is an explanation of the sequence of operation
D Controller powerup or reset for the Decision-Makerr MPAC 1500 ATS Controller
when power is initially applied to the controller or a
D Preferred source loss and return controller reset occurs.
D Test 1. Controller self test is executed.
D Exercise 2. System parameters are downloaded from
nonvolatile memory.
D Emergency source loss and return
3. Contactor position and source availability are
The Sequence of Operation descriptions in Sections 2.2
determined.
through 2.4 describe the transfer switch normal
operation for standard, programmed, and closed 4. If neither source is acceptable, the contactor does
transition models. Operation can be affected by faults not change position.
such as the normal or emergency contacts failing to
open or close when signaled to do so. 5. If both sources are available, the controller
immediately transfers the contactor to the
preferred source.
6. If only one source is available, the controller

immediately transfers the contactor to that source,
executing only the off-position and load control
time delays.
Beware/ Note:
The control power transformers on the If the available source is the preferred source, and
the contactor is in the standby position, the
MPAC controller power board is not tapped contactor transfers to preferred, the engine
for different voltages. AC from the switch is cooldown time delay runs, and then the engine
sent to the CPT and the DC regulated start contacts open.
power supply adjusts the AC to the
If the available source is the preferred source and
necessary DC voltage for the controller to the contactor is already in the preferred position,
operate correctly. the engine start contacts open immediately,
bypassing the engine cooldown time delay.
Note: When the power up is executed the time

the controller takes can be up to a minute to
complete. Normally the delay is 10-15 seconds;
however, as I experienced it could be up to a
minute.
TP-6883 3/16 Section 2 Sequence of Operation 29

2.2 Sequence of Operation, 2.2.2 Exerciser Operation, Standard
Standard Transition Models Transition
Operation can be affected by faults such as the normal Unloaded Exercise Sequence Starts
or emergency contacts failing to open or close when
signaled to do so. 1. Exerciser timer begins.
2. The generator is signaled to start.

2.2.1 Preferred Source Loss and
Return, Standard Transition 3. The generator starts and the standby source
becomes available.
Following is an explanation of the transfer switch
sequence of operation when Preferred Source failure is 4. The load bank control is activated.
detected.
Unloaded Exercise Sequence Ends
Preferred Source Fails
1. The load bank control is deactivated.
1. Load control contacts open.
2. Engine cooldown time delay expires.
2. Engine start time delay expires.
3. The engine start contacts open, signaling the
3. The generator is signaled to start. generator to stop.
4. The generator starts and the standby source Loaded Exercise Sequence Starts
becomes available.
1. Exerciser timer begins.
5. Preferred-to-standby time delay expires.
2. The generator is signaled to start.
6. Contactor transfers to standby.
3. The generator starts and the standby source
7. Post-transfer load control sequences run. becomes available.
8. Load control contacts close. 4. Preferred-to-standby time delay and pre-transfer

load control sequences run.
Preferred Source Returns
1. Standby-to-preferred and pre-transfer load control
time delays expire. 6. Contactor transfers to standby.
2. Load control contacts open. 7. Post-transfer load control sequences run.
3. Contactor transfers to preferred source. 8. Load control contacts close.
4. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine Emergency Source Fails (Normal Source is
cooldown time delay expire. available)
5. Load control contacts close. 1. Exerciser is deactivated.
6. The engine start contacts open, signaling the 2. Load control contacts open.
generator to stop.
3. Contactor immediately transfers to preferred.
4. Immediate failure to acquire standby alarm.
5. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine

cooldown time delay expire.
6. Load control contacts close.
7. Engine start contacts open.
30 Section 2 Sequence of Operation TP-6883 3/16

Loaded Exercise Sequence Ends Emergency Source Fails (Normal Source is
available)
1. Pre-transfer load control sequences run.
1. Test function is deactivated.
3. Contactor transfers to preferred.
3. Contactor immediately transfers to preferred.
cooldown time delay expire. 4. Immediate failure to acquire standby alarm.
5. Load control contacts close. 5. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine
generator to stop. 6. Load control contacts close.

2.2.3 Test Sequence, Standard
Transition Loaded Test Function is Ended
Unloaded Test Function is Initiated 1. Standby-to-preferred time delay and pre-transfer

1. The generator set is signaled to start.
becomes available. 3. Contactor transfers to preferred.
3. The load bank control is activated. 4. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine
Unloaded Test Function is Ended
1. The load bank control is deactivated.
2. Engine cooldown time delay expires. generator to stop.
3. The generator is signaled to stop.
Loaded Test Function is Initiated

1. The generator is signaled to start (engine start
contacts close).

becomes available.
3. Pre-transfer load control time delays expire and

load control contacts open.
6. Post-transfer load control time delays expire and

load control contacts close.

2.3 Sequence of Operation, 2.3.2 Exerciser Operation, Programmed
Programmed-Transition Transition
Programmed-transition models operate with a pause in Unloaded Exercise

the off position during transfer. The time in the off
position is set through the off-to-standby and The unloaded exercise sequence is the same as for
off-to-preferred time delays. standard transition. See Section 2.2.2.
Operation can be affected by faults such as the normal Loaded Exercise Sequence Starts
or emergency contacts failing to open or close when
signaled to do so. 1. Exerciser timer begins.
2. The engine start contacts close, signaling the

2.3.1 Preferred Source Loss and generator set to start.
Return, Programmed Transition
Preferred Source Fails becomes available.
1. Load control contacts open. 4. Preferred-to-standby time delay and pre-transfer

contacts close). 6. Contactor transfers to OFF position.
4. The generator starts and the standby source 7. Off-to-standby time delay expires.
becomes available.
8. Contactor transfers to standby source.
9. Post-transfer load control sequences run.
6. Contactor transfers to OFF position.
7. Off-to-standby time delay expires.
Emergency Source Fails (Normal Source is
8. Contactor transfers to standby source. available)
9. Post-transfer load control sequences run. 1. Exerciser is deactivated.
10. Load control contacts close. 2. Immediate failure to acquire standby alarm.
Preferred Source Returns 3. Load control contacts open.
1. Standby-to-preferred and pre-transfer load control 4. Contactor transfers to OFF position.

time delays expire.
5. Off-to-preferred time delay expires.
6. Contactor transfers to preferred source.
4. Off-to-preferred time delay expires. cooldown time delay expire.
5. Contactor transfers to preferred source. 8. Load control contacts close.
6. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine 9. Engine start contacts open.
8. The generator is signaled to stop (engine start

contacts open).

available)
4. Contactor moves to the OFF position.
5. Contactor transfers to preferred source.
cooldown time delay expire. 6. Contactor transfers to preferred.
7. Load control contacts close. 7. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine

2.3.3 Test Sequence, Programmed
Transition Loaded Test Sequence is Ended
Unloaded Test Sequence 1. Standby-to-preferred time delay and pre-transfer

The unloaded test sequence is the same as for standard
transition. See Section 2.2.3. 2. Load control contacts open.
Loaded Test Sequence is Initiated 3. Contactor moves to the OFF position.
1. The generator is signaled to start (engine start 4. Off-to-preferred time delay expires.
contacts close).
5. Contactor transfers to preferred.
becomes available. 6. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine
load control contacts open. 7. Load control contacts close.
4. Preferred-to-standby time delay expires. 8. The engine start contacts open, signaling the
generator to stop.
5. Contactor transfers to the OFF position.


2.4 Sequence of Operation, 5. Standby source contacts open within
100 milliseconds.
Closed-Transition Models
Note: If the standby source contacts do not open
Closed-transition transfer switches operate with no
within 100 ms, the extended transfer time
interruption of power to the load during transfer when
relay trips the standby source breaker.
both sources are available. The controller monitors the
sources for synchronization before initiating transfer. 6. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine
Sources are paralleled for less than 100 milliseconds cooldown time delay expire.
during transfer. (See Section 2.4.5, Extended Transfer
Time Relay.) 7. Load control contacts close as programmed
through the Load Add settings.
Operation can be affected by faults such as the normal
or emergency contacts failing to open or close when 8. The generator is signaled to stop (engine start
signaled to do so. contacts open).
2.4.1 Preferred Source Loss and 2.4.2 Failure to Synchronize

Return, Closed Transition (Programmed-Transition Override)
Preferred Source Fails If the sources do not synchronize before the Fail to Sync
time delay expires, the programmed-transition override
1. Load control contacts open. function can initiate a transfer. The override function
transfers to the other source using programmed-
2. Engine start time delay runs and expires. transition mode, which causes an interruption in power
to the load during transfer. The contactor stops in the
3. The generator is signaled to start (engine start OFF position for a programmed period of time, which is
contacts close). set by the off-to-preferred or off-to-standby time delay.
The override function can be set to operate
automatically or to require manual activation.
becomes available.
D If Automatic programmed-transition override is
selected, a programmed-transition transfer will be
6. Preferred source contacts open. initiated automatically when the Fail to Sync time
delay expires.
D If Manual programmed-transition override is
8. Emergency power contacts close. selected, an operator can initiate a programmed-
transition transfer by entering the setup password
9. Post-transfer load control sequences run and load and pressing a button after the Fail to Sync time delay
control contacts close, as programmed through the expires. If a manual transfer is not initiated, the
Load Add settings. controller continues to monitor the sources and
transfers if synchronization occurs.
See Section 4.11, Set System, to set the
1. Standby-to-preferred and pre-transfer load control programmed-transition override function to automatic or
time delays expire. manual. See Section 4.6, Time Delays, to set the
off-to-preferred and off-to-standby time delays.
2. Load control contacts open according to the Load
Disconnect time delay settings. Programmed-Transition Override Sequence
3. Check/wait for source synchronization. 1. Fail to Sync time delay expires.
Note: If the sources do not synchronize before the 2. If Automatic programmed-transition override is
Fail to Sync time delay expires, the enabled, go to step 4.
programmed-transition override function
operates. See Section 2.4.2. 3. If manual programmed-transition override is
enabled, the Manual Transfer screen opens. The
4. When sources are synchronized, preferred source
contacts close.

operator enters the setup password and manually Loaded Exercise Sequence Ends
initiates programmed-transition transfer.
4. Standby source contacts open.
5. Off-to-preferred time delay runs and expires.
3. Check/wait for source synchronization.
6. Preferred source contacts close.
Note: If the sources do not synchronize before the
7. Post-transfer load control time delays expire and Fail to Sync time delay expires, the
load control contacts close. programmed-transition override function
operates. See Section 2.4.2.
8. The engine cooldown time delay expires and the
generator set is signaled to stop (engine start 4. When sources are synchronized, preferred source
contacts open). contacts close.
5. Standby source contacts open within

2.4.3 Exerciser Operation, Closed 100 milliseconds.
Transition
Unloaded Exercise within 100 ms, the extended transfer time
The unloaded exercise sequence is the same as for
standard transition. See Section 2.2.2. 6. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine
Loaded Exercise Sequence Starts 7. Load control contacts close as programmed
1. Exercise timer begins. through the Load Add settings.
2. Engine start time delay runs and expires. 8. The generator is signaled to stop (engine start
contacts open).
contacts close).
2.4.4 Test Sequence, Closed Transition
becomes available. Unloaded Test Sequence
transition. See Section 2.2.3.
Loaded Test Sequence is Initiated
Fail to Sync time delay expires, the 1. Engine start time delay runs and expires.
operates. See Section 2.4.2. 2. The generator is signaled to start (engine start
contacts close).
7. When sources are synchronized, emergency
source contacts close. 3. The generator starts and the standby source
becomes available.
8. Normal source contacts open within 100
milliseconds. 4. Load control contacts open.
Note: If the normal contacts do not open, the 5. Check/wait for source synchronization.
emergency contacts will be signaled to open
and a Fail to Transfer fault will be activated.
Fail to Sync time delay expires, the
operates. See Section 2.4.2.
6. When sources are synchronized, emergency

source contacts close.

7. Normal source contacts open within 2.4.5 Extended Transfer Time Relay
100 milliseconds.
The extended transfer time relay is provided on
Note: If the normal contacts do not open, the closed-transition transfer switches. The relay is
emergency contacts will be signaled to open provided to prevent paralleling the standby and utility
and a Fail to Transfer fault will be activated. sources for longer than the acceptable time if the
closed-transition transfer time exceeds 100 ms.
Loaded Test Sequence is Ended
The relay operation time is adjustable between 100 ms
1. Standby-to-preferred and pre-transfer load control and 10 seconds. The recommended setting is 1% =
time delays expire. 0.1 seconds (100 ms). If it is necessary to set the relay
to a longer time, ensure that the time setting is in
2. Load control contacts open according to the Load accordance with applicable codes. See the transfer
Disconnect time delay settings. switch installation manual for instuctions to change the
time setting.
The relay activates only if the closed-transition transfer
Note: If the sources do not synchronize before the time exceeds the set time. A Fail to Open Source1 (or
Fail to Sync time delay expires, the Source2) fault message will display on the ATS
programmed-transition override function controller. Identify and correct the cause of the source
operates. See Section 2.4.2. disconnect problem before resetting the fault.
4. When sources are synchronized, preferred source
contacts close.
5. Standby source contacts open within 100

milliseconds.

within 100 ms, the extended transfer time

7. Load control contacts close as programmed

through the Load Add settings.
TP-6714
contacts open). Figure 2-1 Extended Transfer Time Relay

2.5 Sequence of Operation, 2.5.2 Exerciser Operation,
Service Entrance Models Service Entrance Models
Service entrance models operate in programmed- Unloaded Exercise

transition mode, with a pause in the off position during
transfer. The time in the off position is set through the The unloaded exercise sequence is the same as for
off-to-standby and off-to-preferred time delays. If the standard transition. See Section 2.2.2.
OFF time delay is shorter than the time required for the
circuit breaker to open, the transfer time will be Loaded Exercise Sequence Starts
controlled by the circuit breaker operation time.
1. Exerciser timer begins.
2.5.1 Preferred Source Loss and 2. The engine start contacts close, signaling the
Return, Service Entrance Models generator set to start.

Preferred Source Fails
becomes available.
4. Pre-transfer load control time delays expire.
contacts close). 6. Preferred-to-standby time delay expires.
4. The generator starts and the standby source 7. Source 1 circuit breaker opens.
becomes available.
9. Source 2 circuit breaker closes.
6. Source 1 circuit breaker opens.
10. Post-transfer load control time delays expire.
Emergency Source Fails (Normal Source is
9. Post-transfer load control time delays expire. available)
10. Load control contacts close. 1. Immediate failure to acquire standby alarm.
2. Exerciser is deactivated.
1. Pre-transfer load control time delays expire. 3. Load control contacts open.
2. Load control contacts open. 4. Source 2 circuit breaker opens.
3. Standby-to-preferred time delay expires. 5. Off-to-preferred time delay expires.
4. Source 2 circuit breaker opens. 6. Source 1 circuit breaker closes.
5. Off-to-preferred time delay expires. 7. Post-transfer load control time delays expire and
8. Engine cooldown time delay expires and engine
7. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine start contacts open.

contacts open).

available)
load control contacts close. 6. Source 1 circuit breaker closes.
7. Engine cooldown time delay expires. 7. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine

2.5.3 Test Sequence,
Service Entrance Models Loaded Test Sequence is Ended
Unloaded Test Sequence 1. Standby-to-preferred time delay and pre-transfer

transition. See Section 2.2.3. 2. Load control contacts open.
Loaded Test Sequence is Initiated (Loaded) 3. Source 2 circuit breaker opens.
1. The engine start contacts close, signaling the 4. Off-to-preferred time delay expires.
generator set to start.
becomes available. 6. Post-transfer load control sequences and engine
load control contacts open. 7. Load control contacts close.
4. Preferred-to-standby time delay expires. 8. The engine start contacts open, signaling the
generator to stop.


Section 3 View Screens
3.1 Introduction 3.3 View Screens

This section illustrates the view screens. Use the view From the main screen, press the View button to step to
screens to check system settings, event history, and the first view screen, View Event History.
maintenance records. No password is required to
navigate through the view screens. In the View screens, press the down arrow (B) button to
step to the next view screen. Press the right arrow (")
For detailed instructions for using the button to view details.
password-protected setup and test screens, see
Section 4. System Ready
LD Exer ##/## @ ##:## Main Screen. Press
Some parameters will appear only under certain Norm ###V Emer ###V the View button to step
conditions. For example: B View Set Test
to the first View screen.
D The Daylight Saving Time settings are displayed only View Press the down arrow
if DST is enabled. Event History button (B) to move to
the next screen.
D Phase rotation and in-phase monitoring are B Y " Main
displayed only for three-phase systems.
View
D Some parameters and time delays appear only for Maintenance Records
programmed-transition models.
B Y " Main
3.2 Main Screen View View

Source2 Time Delays
Exerciser Setup
The main screen appears at system startup. See
B Y " Main B Y " Main
Figure 3-1.
Press the View button to navigate to the View screens View View
Inputs/Outputs
shown in the following sections. Prime Power Setup
The display returns to the main screen after 10 minutes B Y " Main B Y " Main
of no activity (no buttons pressed). See Section 1.6 for
instructions to view system status from the main screen. View View
System Setup Common Alarm

System Ready
LD Exer 12/14 @ 16:00 View
View
Norm 480V Emer 480V Source Setup
Communications Setup
B View Set Test B Y " Main B Y " Main

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View
View
Figure 3-1 Main Screen Control Parameters
Source1 Time Delays
TP-6883 3/16 Section 3 View Screens 39

3.4 View Event History 3.5 View Maintenance Records
The Event History screens show recent transfer switch
events. Examples of events recorded in the event View View Maintenance
history are shown in Figure 3-2. Events are time- and Maintenance Records Maintenance Item
date-stamped. Check the event history for recent #######
transfer switch operation, faults, or changes to settings. B Y " Main B Y Back
The event history is especially useful for transfer switch
troubleshooting. Press the right arrow Press the down arrow
(") button to view (B) button to step to the
View Event Description maintenance items. next maintenance item.
Event History ON / OFF MM/DD/YY HH:MM
Additional Info Maintenance Items
B Y " Main B Back Total Min not in Pref Transfer Time N>E
Reset Min Not Pref Transfer Time E>N
Press the right arrow Press the down arrow
Total Min in Standby Dual Src Conn Time
(") button to view (B) button to step to the
events in the event next event in the log. Reset Min in Standby S1 to Open Time
history log. Total Min Operation S1 to Close Time
Reset Min Operation S2 to Open Time
Event Descriptions Total Transfers S2 to Close Time

Reset Transfers System Start Date
End Time Delay Btn Bypass Contactor Dis
Test Btn 3 Src System Disable Total Fail Transfer Last Maint Date
Exercise Btn Over Frequency Reset Fail Transfer Last Loss Date/Time
Lamp Test Under Frequency Total Loss Pref Tran Last Loss Duration
Service Req’d Reset Phase Loss Reset Loss Pref Tran
Maint DIP Switch Phase Rotation Error
Pwd DIP Switch Over Voltage L1--L2
Manual Option Switch Over Voltage L2--L3
New Module Over Voltage L3--L1
Contactor in Off Under Voltage L1--L2
Contactor in Src N Under Voltage L2--L3
Contactor in Src E Under Voltage L3--L1
Low Battery Voltage Imbalance
Exerciser Active Save History To File
Fail to Acquire Pref Auto Loaded Test End
Fail to Acquire Stby Test Loaded Changed
Fail to Sync Pref Source Changed
Fail to Transfer Reload Dflt Params
I/O Module Lost Comm MODBUS Peak Shave
Aux Switch Fault MODBUS Forced to OFF
Aux Switch Open MODBUS System Test
Rem End Time Delay Battery Control Out
Forced Trans to Off USB Connected
Peak Shave Mode USB Disconnected
Inhibit Transfer Minimum Values
Remote Test Maximum Values
Low Battery Voltage Breaker Trip
Remote Common Alarm
Figure 3-2 Examples of Event Descriptions
40 Section 3 View Screens TP-6883 3/16

3.6 View Exerciser Setup 3.8 View System Setup
Start date and time View System Setup

System Setup Standard Transition
Exercise event number Run time Util-Gen Operation
B Y " Main B Y Back
View Ex#?? Disabled HH:MM

Exerciser Setup Start MM/DD @ HH:MM System Setup
Weekly Unloaded
Standard Transition, Service Entrance
Programmed Transition, MCCB
B Y " Main B Y Back or Closed Transition B Y Back
Exercise interval and loaded or unloaded No,

MCCB, or System Setup
ICCB Service Disconnect
Press the right arrow Press the up arrow Position: Off
(") button to view button (Y) to step to the B Y Back
programmed exercise next exercise event. Position: Off or
times. Position: SRC/E System Setup
(Emergency) In Phase Disabled
Commit Transfer
3.7 View Prime Power Setup B Y Back
System Setup
View Enabled/Disabled 2 I/O Mods Installed
Prime Power Setup S1 Duration DD:HH:MM
S2 Duration DD:HH:MM B Y Back
B Y " Main B Y Back
System Setup
Rated Current
Press the right arrow
225 Amps
(") button to view
source S1 and S2 run B Y Back
settings.
System Setup
3 Src Eng Start Mode
Mode 1/Mode 2
B Y Back
System Setup
Remote Test Loading
Loaded/Unloaded
B Y Back
System Setup
Peak Shave TD Bypass
Enabled/Disabled
B Y Back

3.9 View Source Setup
View View Source Setup
Source Setup ABC Rotation
B Y " Main B Y Back
View Source Setup

Norm 120V Emer 120V
60 Hz 60 Hz
B Y Back
View Source Setup View Source Setup View Source Setup

Normal Under Voltage Normal Over Voltage
PU 90% DO 90% PU 95% DO 115% Debounce 0.5S
B Y " Back " Back Back

Normal Under Freq Normal Over Freq
View Source Setup View Source Setup

Norm Volt Unbalance Normal Volt Unbalance
3-phase only
Enable PU 10% DO 20%
B Y " Back Back

Emer Under Voltage Emer Over Voltage

Emer Under Freq Emer Over Freq

3-phase only Emer Volt Unbalance Emer Volt Unbalance
Enable PU 10% DO 20%
B Y " Back Back
Continued on next page

View Source Setup, Continued
Continued from previous page

In Phase Monitor In Phase Monitor In Phase Monitor
Enabled/Disabled Angle XX Degrees
Standard Transition Only

In Phase Xfer Fail In Phase Xfer Fail in Phase Xfer Fail
Enabled/Disabled ##:##

Synchronization Voltage Differential
Voltage Differential ## Percent
B Y " Back Back

Synchronization Freq Differential
Freq Differential 0.# Hz
B Y " Back Back
Closed Transition Only
Synchronization Angle Differential
Angle Differential XX Degrees
B Y " Back Back

Fail to Sync Fail to Sync Fail to Sync
Enabled/Disabled ##:##

3.10 View Time Delays, Source 1
View View S1 Time Delays
Source1 Time Delays Engine Start
##:##
B Y " Main B Y Back
View S1 Time Delays

Engine Cooldown
##:##
B Y Back
View S1 Time Delays

Xfr Pref > Stby
##:##
B Y Back
View S1 Time Delays

Xfr Off > Stby
##:##
B Y Back
View S1 Time Delays

Fail to Acquire Pref
##:##
B Y Back
Load Control Mode

None/Time/Current
Loads to Control: #
B Y Back
View S1 Time Delays Time-Based Control Time-Based Control

Time-Based Control Load ## Disc N > E Load ## Reconn E>N
Time-based ##:## ##:##
load control.
B Y " Back B Y " Back B Y Back
See current-based load control screens in the following figure.

View Time Delays, Source 1, Continued
Current-based load control screens, continued from Source 1 time delay screens.
View S1 Time Delays Current-Based Contrl

Current-Based Contrl Load ## Disc N>E
Load Disc N>E ##:##
B Y " Back B Y Back
View S1 Time Delays Current-Based Contrl Current-Based Contrl

Current-Based Contrl Load Ctrl # Source1 Load # Add Source1
Load Control Source1 Enabled/Disabled ##:##
B Y " Back B Y " Back B Y " Back
Current-Based Contrl B
Amps Lvl Remove Srce1 Current-Based Contrl
Amps: #### Load # Add Source1
Priority: #
B Y " Back
B Y " Back
Current-Based Contrl
Amps Lvl Add Source1 B
Amps: ####
B Y " Back Load # Remove Source1
####
B Y " Back
B
Load # Remove Source1
Priority: #
B Y Back

3.11 View Time Delays, Source 2
View View S2 Time Delays
Source2 Time Delays Engine Start
##:##
B Y " Main B Y Back
View S2 Time Delays

Engine Cooldown
##:##
B Y Back
View S2 Time Delays

Xfr Stby > Pref
##:##
B Y Back
View S2 Time Delays

Xfr Off > Pref
##:##
B Y Back
View S2 Time Delays

Fail to Acquire Stby
##:##
B Y Back
Load Control Mode

None/Time/Current
Loads to Control: #
B Y Back
View S2 Time Delays Time-Based Control Time-Based Control

Time-Based Control Load ## Disc E > N Load ## Reconn N>E
Time-based load ##:## ##:##
control only.
See current-based load control screens in the following figure.

View Time Delays, Source 2, Continued
Current-based load control screens, continued from Source 2 time delay screens.
View S2 Time Delays Current-Based Contrl

Current-Based Contrl Load ## Disc E>N
Load Disc E>N ##:##
B Y " Back B Y Back
View S2 Time Delays Current-Based Contrl Current-Based Contrl

Current-Based Contrl Load Ctrl # Source2 Load # Add Source2
Load Control Source2 Enabled/Disabled ##:##
B Y " Back B Y " Back B Y " Back
Current-Based Contrl B
Amps Lvl Remove Srce2 Current-Based Contrl
Amps: #### Load # Add Source2
B Y " Back Priority: #
B Y " Back
Amps Lvl Add Source2
Amps: #### B
B Y " Back Load # Remove Source2
####
B Y " Back
B
Load # Remove Source2
Priority: #
B Y Back

3.12 View Inputs/Outputs
View View Main Board I/O
Inputs/Outputs Main Board I/O Input ##
Function Description
B Y " Main B Y " Back B Y Back
Main Board I/O

Output ##
B Y Back
View Module #1 Module #1

Auxiliary I/O Type ### Addr 1 Input ##
Status: OK Function Description
Module #1
Output ##
See Section 4.9 for input and output function descriptions. B Y Back
3.13 View Common Alarms

View View Common Alarms View Common Alarms
Common Alarm Alarms Group # Alarm Description
Audible:N Common:Y
B Y " Main B Y " Main B Y Back

3.14 View Communications Setup 3.15 View Control Parameters
Ethernet communication requires the Ethernet The site designation, load description, branch
communication accessory board. description, and location are designed to identify the
transfer switch. Use a personal computer and Kohlerr
View
SiteTecht software to enter descriptions that uniquely
View Comm Setup
Communications Setup identify the transfer switch. In SiteTech, these items
MODBUS Server TCP
Enabled/Disabled
appear under ATS Information.
B Y " Main B Y Back
Kohler SiteTech software is available to Kohler
View Comm Setup authorized distributors and dealers.
MODBUS Server Port 0
Enabled/Disabled View Control Parameters
B Y Back Control Parameters Application Ver:
View Comm Setup B Y " Main B Y Back

MODBUS Addr Port 0
### Control Parameters
B Y Back ATS Serial Number:
#######
Baud Rates: View Comm Setup B Y Back
9600 Baud Rate Port 0
19200 ##### Control Parameters
57600 B Y Back Controller Ser. #:
#######
View Comm Setup B Y Back
MODBUS TCP Unit ID
###### Control Parameters
B Y Back Contactor Serial #:
#######
IP Address
###.###.###.### Control Parameters
B Y Back Site Designation:
NOT SET
Subnet Mask
###.###.###.###
Control Parameters
B Y Back Load Description:
NOT SET
View Comm Setup
B Y Back
MAC Address
##-##-##-##-##-##
Control Parameters
B Y Back Branch Description:
NOT SET
Default Gateway
##-##-##-##-##-## Control Parameters
B Y Back Location:
NOT SET
DHCP Status
Enabled/Disabled
Note: Serial numbers are factory-set. Use
B Y Back
SiteTecht software to set the other
parameters to identify the transfer switch.

Notes

Section 4 Setup
4.1 Introduction 4.2 Setup Menus

The Decison-Makerr MPAC 1500 controller is From the main operation window, press the Set button to
factory-set for your transfer switch model. Some enter the setup menus.
settings may need to be changed at installation or during
service. This section lists factory default settings and The setup password is required. The default password
includes instructions to change parameter settings is 0000. Changing the password is recommended. See
using the setup menus. Section 4.14 for instructions to change the password.
Use the Setup menus to change the controller time After entering the password, use the black arrow keys to
delays, pickup and dropout settings, inputs, outputs, step through the setup menus as shown in Figure 4-1.
and options, if necessary.
Timeout. After 10 minutes of no activity (no buttons
Settings can also be assigned using a personal pressed) the controller exits the setup mode and returns
computer with Kohlerr SiteTecht software or over to the main menu.
Modbus. SiteTecht software is available to authorized
Kohler distributors. See TP-6701, SiteTech Software The following sections discuss the setup menus in the
Operation Manual, for instructions to change settings order of appearance on the controller.
using SiteTech software. See TP-6113, Modbus
Protocol Manual, for Modbus register maps.
System Ready
LD Exer ##/## @ ##:## Press the Set button in the main menu to enter the Setup menus.
Norm ###V Emer ###V The setup password is required.
B View Set Test
Enter Password Appears if the password disable

Time to Enter #:## Password Disabled DIP switch is set (disable for
>????< service only). Press the OK
button to proceed.
OK OK
Set Time/Date
Press the down arrow B button to step to the next menu.
Press the right arrow " button to enter the detailed setup menu.
B Y " Main
Set Exerciser < Set Sources

< Set Communications

B Y " Main
Set Prime Power Run Set Inputs/Outputs Set Passwords
B Y " Main B Y " Main B Y " Main
Set S1 Time Delays Set Common Alarms Calibration
Set S2 Time Delays Set System Reset Data
Press the down arrow B button. Press the down arrow B button.
Figure 4-1 Main Setup Menus

TP-6883 3/16 Section 4 Setup 51
4.3 Time/Date Set the current time and date. The time and date are
used by the exercise function and event history
Note: Set the current time and date after transfer switch functions.
installation or after an extended period of no
power. The Time/Date setup menu includes the option to
enable automatic Daylight Saving Time and set the start
and stop date. See Figure 4-2.
Set Time/Date Set Time Set Time ??:??
B Y " Main B Y " Back Back Save
Set Date Set Date ??/??/??
Set Automatic Clock Ahead 1 Hour Clock Back 1 Hour

Daylight Saving Time ### DDD of MMM ### DDD of MMM
B Y " Back Back Next Back Next
<
Enable Daylight Saving
Example:
2nd Sun of Mar Time
YES/NO
Back Save
Figure 4-2 Setting the Time and Date
52 Section 4 Setup TP-6883 3/16

4.4 Exerciser 4.4.2 Source/Source Mode
The exerciser uses a calendar-based scheduling In the Util-Gen mode, the exercise function occurs on
system. Up to 21 different exercise events can be the standby source. In Gen-Gen mode, the standby
scheduled, each with different settings. Exerciser source generator set is exercised.
settings include the start date, start time, run duration,
type (loaded or unloaded), interval, and repeat rate. In a three-source system, there are two generators on
the standby transfer switch. The exercise function is
An exercise event can be temporarily disabled to programmed and controlled by the standby transfer
prevent its execution and then re--enabled later using switch. For a loaded exercise, the standby transfer
the enable/disable setting. switch schedule is synchronized with the preferred
transfer switch and the standby exercise occurs within
The next scheduled exercise time and date are the preferred transfer switch exercise period. This
indicated on the main menu. (See Figure 1-7.) allows either generator set to run under the load
designated by the utility exercise periods.
4.4.1 Setting the Exerciser
See Figure 4-3 and Figure 4-4.
Exerciser Parameter Description

Event Number Each scheduled exercise is called an event. Up to 21 different exercise events can be set, each with different
settings for the parameters shown in this table.
Enable/Disable Enable the event to allow it to run as scheduled. Disable an event to prevent it from running. The event remains
on the calendar so that it can be enabled again at a later time. This allows you to temporarily prevent a
scheduled exercise event from running, and then enable it again later without having to re-enter all the settings.
Loaded/Unloaded A loaded exercise starts the generator set and transfers the electrical load from the normal source to the
standby generator set. An unloaded exercise will start and run the generator set without transferring the load.
Interval Daily, weekly, monthly, or day/month. This setting works with the repeat rate to set the time interval between
exercise runs.
The day/month selection allows you to set the exerciser to run on the same day every month. For example, the
exerciser can be set to run the first Sunday of every month. Use caution with the day/month selection. For
example, selecting day/month on the 5th Friday of the month will cause the exerciser to run only during months
that have five Fridays.
Repeat Rate The repeat rate works with the interval to set the time interval between exercise runs. For example, if Day is
selected as the interval, and 5 is selected as the repeat rate, then the exercise will repeat every 5 days. Select
a number between 1 and 12.
Duration Enter the exercise run duration in hours:minutes. For example, a run time of 00:30 will run the generator set for
30 minutes. The maximum run time is 24 hours.
Start Date Enter the date, month/date/year, of the first exercise event. Subsequent events will be scheduled based on the
interval and repeat rate.
Start Time Enter the desired start time of the exercise run in hours:minutes. The time settings range from 00:00 to 23:59,
with 00:00=midnight.
Figure 4-3 Exerciser Settings

Set Exerciser Exerciser Event ## Exercise Event ## Exerciser Event ##
Enable/Disable Loaded/Unloaded
B Y " Main B Y " Back Back Next Back Next
Exerciser Event ## Exerciser Event ## Exerciser Event ## Exerciser Event ##

Interval Weekly Repeat Rate 01 Start Date MO/DD/YR
Duration HR:MM
Back Next Back Next Back Next Back Next
Weekly
Monthly
1--12 Exerciser Event ##
Day/Month
Daily Start Time HR:MM
Back Save
Figure 4-4 Setting the Exerciser

4.5 Prime Power Run generator set run duration times in
days:hours:minutes (i.e. how long each generator set
The transfer switch can be used between two prime runs before transfer to the other generator set). See
power sources (two generator sets). The prime power Figure 4-5.
run feature allows the controller to sequence the usage
of each generator set to equalize the run times. Prime D In the Prime Power Event menu, use the up arrow
power mode is not available for service entrance button to switch between Start and Stop. Select Start
models. and then press Save to save the duration settings and
start the prime power sequence.
Note: Follow the generator set requirements for prime
power operation and maintenance. Not all
generator sets are approved for prime power
4.5.2 Prime Power Mode Operation
applications; check the generator set During a prime power run sequence, the main menu
documentation. displays a countdown of the run time remaining for the
generator set that is currently running.
An external battery module is recommended for this
type of application. See Section 7.2.2. The transition type selected in the Set System menu
determines the type of transfer between the two prime
4.5.1 Prime Power Mode Setup power sources. For example, on closed-transition
model transfer switches, the transfer between sources
D In the Set System menu, set the source type to will be closed, resulting in no power interruption to the
Gen-Gen. See Section 4.11, Set System. load during transfer. Other transition types use a
break-before-make transfer that can cause a brief
D Connect the engine start leads of the source 2 interruption of power to the load.
generator set to the ATS engine start leads. See the
ATS Operation/Installation Manual for the engine Note: Only Model KCC and KBC transfer switches can
start connection terminals. operate in closed-transition mode.
D Connect the engine start leads of the source 1 During a prime power sequence, the preferred source
generator set to output 1. Connect to a different selection alternates so that the generator set operating
output on the main logic board or accessory I/O at the time is designated as the preferred source.
module if output 1 is not available. Assign the Source
N Start Signal function to the output connected to the Press the end button to start the other generator set and
source 1 generator set engine start leads. See transfer the load. The generator set run time may be
Section 4.9, Programmable Inputs and Outputs. ended by pushing the end time delay button. This will
start the alternate source, transfer the source, and run
D Check the overfrequency and underfrequency pick on the alternate source for the programmed period of
up and drop out settings for both sources, and adjust if time. The first generator set will run for the programmed
necessary. engine cooldown time and then be signaled to stop.
D Set the normal source engine start and engine To stop the prime power run sequence, enter the Set
cooldown time delay settings. menus (password required), navigate to the Set Prime
Power Run menu, Prime Power Event Sequence
D Navigate to the Set Prime Power Run menu. Enable Start/Stop. Use the up arrow button if necessary to
the prime power event and program the S1 and S2 switch to Stop, and press Save.
Set Prime Power Run Prime Power Event Duration at Source1 Duration at Source2
Enable/Disable ??:??:?? DD:HH:MM ??:??:?? DD:HH:MM
B Y " Main Back Next Back Next Back Next
Prime Power Event

Sequence: Start/Stop
Back Save
Figure 4-5 Set Prime Power Run Menu

4.6 Time Delays transfers. The pre-transfer signals are active only when
both sources are available. The pre-transfer signals
overlap the transfer time delays (Xfr N>E and E>N).
4.6.1 Time Delays The longer delay determines the time delay before
The factory settings and adjustment ranges for the time transfer. Up to nine loads can be controlled with
delays are shown in Figure 4-6. independent timing sequences for pre- and post-
transfer delays in either direction of transfer.
The engine start time delay and transfer time delays can
prevent nuisance transfers caused by brief voltage dips Current-based load control is also available.
or surges. The engine cooldown time delay holds the Current-based load control uses the Load Disconnect,
engine start contacts closed for a designated time after Load Add Source1/Source2, and Load Remove
transfer to allow the generator set to run without load Source1/Source2 time delays. See Section 4.7.2 for
before shutting down. more information about the time delays used for
current-based load control.
4.6.2 Load Control Time Delays Proceed to Section 4.7, Load Control, for more
information.
The pre/post-transfer load control time delays allow
loads to be sequenced on and off prior to and following
Time Delay Description Description/Note Default Time Adjustment Range

Engine Start, Source S2 Source S2 -- Util/Gen and Gen/Gen modes 3 sec 0--6 sec*
Engine Start, Source S1 Source S1 -- Use for Gen/Gen mode 3 sec
Engine Cooldown, Source S2 Source S2 -- Util/Gen and Gen/Gen modes 5 sec
Engine Cooldown, Source S1 Source S1 -- Gen/Gen mode 2 sec
0--60 min
Xfr Pref>Stby Transfer delay, preferred to standby 3 sec
Xfr Stby>Pref Transfer delay, standby to preferred 15 min
Xfr Off>Stby Time in the OFF position (Preferred to Standby for
programmed transition models only) 1 sec 1 sec. -- 60 min
Xfr OFF>Pref Time in the OFF position (Standby to Preferred for

programmed transition models only) 1 sec 1 sec. -- 60 min
Fail to Acquire Pref If the preferred source does not reach acceptable
voltage and stabilize within the allowed time, the Fail to 1 min
Acquire Preferred Source fault is activated.
0--60 min
Fail to Acquire Stby If the standby source does not reach acceptable
voltage and stabilize within the allowed time, the Fail to 1 min
Acquire Standby Source fault is activated.
Fail to Synch (found in the Set For closed-transition models only. Operates when two
Sources menu) sources are available. If the sources do not
synchronize before the Fail to Sync time delay expires, 1 min 10 seconds -- 15 min
the programmed- transition override function operates.
See Section 4.11.
In-Phase Xfr Fail (found in the For in-phase monitoring: the time allowed for the two
Set Sources menu) sources to come into synchronization within specified
phase angle before a Fail to Sync fault is activated. 30 sec
See Section 4.8.
Load # Disc N>E Disconnect load before-transfer to standby source.
Used for time-based and current-based load control. 0 sec
See Section 4.7.
Load # Rec N>E Reconnect load after-transfer to standby source. Used 0--60 min
for time-based load control. See Section 4.7. 0 sec
Load # Disc E>N Disconnect load before-transfer to preferred source.

Used for time-based and current-based load control. 0 sec
See Section 4.7.
Load # Rec E>N Reconnect load after-transfer to preferred source.
Used for time-based load control. See Section 4.7. 0 sec
Load # Add Source1/Source2 For current-based load control. See Section 4.7.2.
0 sec 0--60 min
Load # Remove Srce1/Srce2 For current-based load control. See Section 4.7.2.
* The optional external battery module allows extended engine start time delays from 0--60 min.
Figure 4-6 Time Delay Settings

4.6.3 Set S1 Time Delays
Set S1 Time Delays External Battery Engine Start

Set S1 Time Delays Engine Start Yes/No ?? : ??
B Y " Main B Y " Back Back " Save Back Save
Set S1 Time Delays Eng Cooldown

Eng Cooldown ??:??
Set S1 Time Delays Xfr Pref>Stby

Xfr Pref>Stby ??:??
Set S1 Time Delays Xfr Off>Stby

Programmed-transition Xfr Off>Stby ??:??
models only
Set S1 Time Delays Fail to Acquire Pref Fail to Acquire Pref

Fail to Acquire Pref Enable/Disable ??:??
B Y " Back Back " Save Back Save
Load Control Mode Set S1 Time Delays Set S1 Time Delays

Mode Load Control Mode
Loads to Control: # None/Time/Current Loads to Control:?
Set S1 Time Delays Time-Based Control Load #? Disc N>E

Time-based load Time-Based Control Load Control #? ??:??
control only
B Y " Back B Y " Back Back Next
B
Load #? Rec E>N
??:??
Back Save
See the next page for current-

based load control menus for S1.

Current-Based Load Control Menus Continued from Previous Page:
Set S1 Time Delays Set S1 Time Delays Load #? Disc N>E

Current-Based Control Current-Based Control ??:??
Load Disc N>E Load #? Disc N>E
B Y " Back B Y " Back Back Save
Current-Based Control Current-Based Control Load #? Add Source1

Load Control Source1 Source1 Load Ctrl # ??:??
B
Current-Based Control
Load #? Add Source1
Priority : ?
Back Next
B
Load #? Remove Src1
??:??
Back Next
B
Load #? Remove Src1
Priority : ?
Back Next
B
Source1 Load Cntrl#?
Enable/Disable
Back Save
B
Current-Based Control Set Hi Current Level
Set Hi Current Level Amps: ????
Load Remove Source1
Current-Based Control Set Lo Current Level

Set Lo Current Level Amps: ????
Load Add Source1

4.6.4 Set S2 Time Delays
Set S2 Time Delays External Battery Engine Start

Set S2 Time Delays Engine Start Yes/No ?? : ??
B Y " Main B Y " Back Back " Save Back Save
Set S2 Time Delays Eng Cooldown

Eng Cooldown ??:??
Set S2 Time Delays Xfr Stby>Pref

Xfr Stby>Pref ??:??
Set S2 Time Delays Xfr Off>Pref

Programmed-transition Xfr Off>Pref ??:??
models only
Set S2 Time Delays Fail to Acquire Stby Fail to Acquire Stby

Fail to Acquire Stby Enable/Disable ??:??
Load Control Mode Set S2 Time Delays Set S2 Time Delays

Mode Load Control Mode
Loads to Control: # None/Time/Current Loads to Control:?
Set S2 Time Delays Time-Based Control Load #? Disc E>N

Time-based load Time-Based Control Load Control #? ??:??
control only
B
Load #? Rec N>E
??:??
Back Save
See the next page for current-

based load control menus for S2.

Current-Based Load Control Menus Continued from Previous Page:
Set S2 Time Delays Set S2 Time Delays Load #? Disc E>N

Current-Based Control Current-Based Control ??:??
Load Disc E>N Load #? Disc E>N
Current-Based Control Current-Based Control Load #? Add Source2

Load Control Source2 Source2 Load Ctrl # ??:??
B
Load #? Add Source2
Priority : ?
Back Next
B
Load #? Remove Src2
??:??
Back Next
B
Load #? Remove Src2
Priority : ?
Back Next
B
Source2 Load Cntrl#?
Enable/Disable
Back Save
B
Current-Based Control Set Hi Current Level
Set Hi Current Level Amps: ????
Load Remove Source2
Current-Based Control Set Lo Current Level

Set Lo Current Level Amps: ????
Load Add Source2

4.7 Load Control Note: The load control setup parameters are found in
the Set S1 Time Delays and Set S2 Time Delays
The controller allows control of up to 9 separate loads. menus. See Section 4.6.3 and Section 4.6.4 for
Two load control modes allow selected loads to be the time delay menus.
disconnected and reconnected to the source:
D Time-based load control adds and removes loads 4.7.1 Time-Based Load Control
according to a timed sequence before and after The time-based load control function allows selected
transfer. loads to be disconnected from the source before
D Current-based load control adds or removes loads
transfer and reconnected to the source after transfer at
according to the current measured through the different time intervals. The loads can be connected and
transfer switch. This mode allows load control based disconnected at different times for each source. The
on power usage. pre-transfer signals are active only when both sources
are available.
The load control function is not activated if the controller
detects no available source. The pre-transfer signals When the load control function is activated, the contacts
are active only when both sources are available; for open a programmed length of time before transfer to
example, during loaded test, loaded exercise, or allow controlled disconnection of selected loads. After
programmed transfers for peak shave operation when transfer, the contacts remain open for a programmed
the transfer is controlled. length of time and then close to allow controlled
application of selected loads. For example, large motor
Note that the load control can be set up to operate during loads such as an air conditioner can be delayed to start
transfer to Source1 and/or Source2. Your application after other essential loads have been transferred.
may require load control during transfer to one source
(e.g. a generator set) but not the other source (e.g. the The pre-transfer signals overlap the preferred-to-
utility). standby and the standby-to-preferred time delays. See
Figure 4-7. If any of the pre-transfer load disconnect
Two types of load control are available: time-based load time delays are longer than the transfer time delay, the
control and current-based load control. longest delay will control the time delay before transfer.
Example 1: The transfer time delay is longer than the load control pre-transfer time delays.
Time, in 3:00 2:00 1:00 0 1:00 2:00

minutes
Transfer Load 2 Load 1 Transfer Load 1 Load 2

Time Delay Disconnect Disconnect Reconnect Reconnect
Example 2: One or more load control pre-transfer time delays are longer than the transfer time delay.
Time, in 3:00 2:00 1:00 0 1:00 2:00

minutes
Load 2 Transfer Load 1 Transfer Load 1 Load 2

Disconnect Time Delay Disconnect Reconnect Reconnect
6446
Figure 4-7 Time-Based Load Control and Transfer Time Delays

Time-Based Load Control Setup 4. In the Set S1 Time Delays menu, select Time as the
load control mode.
The Load # Disc N>E pre-transfer time delay
disconnects loads a programmed time before transfer 5. Enter the number of loads to control, which is equal
from Normal to Emergency. The pre-transfer delays to the number of loads connected to outputs in
operate during loaded test, loaded exercise, or step 1.
programmed transfers for peak shave operation when
the transfer is controlled. 6. Use the Set S1 Time Delays menu to set the
following associated time delays.
The Load # Reconn E>N post-transfer time delay
reconnects loads a programmed time after transfer to a. Load # Disc N>E: Enter the pre-transfer time
Normal. The post-transfer time delay allows delayed or delay in Minutes: seconds, up to 60 minutes.
staggered addition of selected loads to avoid starting
numerous large motors or other large loads at the same b. Load # Reconn E>N: Enter the post-transfer
time. Staggering the loads can minimize voltage dips as time delay in Minutes: seconds, up to
large loads come online. 60 minutes.
The Loads to Add setting is the number of loads that c. Loads to Add: Enter the number of loads that
have been connected to load control outputs for have been connected to load control outputs,
pre-transfer disconnect and delayed reconnect. Up to 9 from 1 to 9.
separate loads can be connected.
7. If time-based load control is required for source 2,
Setting up the load control function requires the go to the Set S2 Time Delays menu and repeat
following steps: steps 3 through 6 for source 2.
1. Connect each selected load to an output terminal

on the main logic board or one of the input/output
modules. The high power module accessory is
available for high voltage or high current loads.
2. Use the Set Inputs/Outputs menu to assign the

connected output to one of the load control outputs
1--9. See Section 4.9.
3. Navigate to the Set S1 Time Delays or Set S2 Time

Delays menu. See Section 4.6.3 and Section 4.6.4
for the time delay menus.
Note: Save the setting after each step and then

use the Back and arrow buttons to navigate
to the next setting as needed.

4.7.2 Current-Based Load Control 4. Enter the number of loads to control, which is equal
to the number of loads connected to outputs in
Current-based load control allows the addition and step 1.
removal of loads based on the measured current
through the transfer switch. This feature requires an 5. Navigate to the Current-Based Control menu
optional current sensing kit, which includes under Set S1 Time Delays or Set S2 Time Delays to
appropriately rated current transformers (CTs) and set the following parameters for each connected
wiring designed for your transfer switch. See load.
Section 7.4, Current Sensing.
a. Load Disc N>E (or E>N): Set the load
Current-based load control can be enabled for one or disconnect time delay before transfer to source
both sources. The feature incorporates high and low E (or Source N). See Figure 4-8. Save the
current setpoints for either source in amps. The user setting.
can designate up to 9 outputs for current-based or
time-based load control. b. Load Ctrl # Source 1: Step through each load
connected to a load control output and set the
Non-critical loads can be removed during periods of following parameters.
high power usage. When the current exceeds a high
current limit, loads are removed in sequence according c. Load # Add Source1: Enter the time to wait
to their priority settings until the current falls below the before the load is added. This prevents
high current limit. If the current level drops below the low nuisance changes caused by brief current dips.
current limit, loads are added in order of their priority. See Figure 4-8.
The add priority and remove priority settings are set d. Load # Add Source1 (Source2) Priority: Assign
separately and can be different for the same load. Add a priority to each load. This number will be used
Priority #1 loads are added first. Remove Priority #1 to determine the order in which loads are added
loads are removed first. if the current drops below the low limit.
Example: If you have four loads, with one load that e. Load # Remove Src1 (Src2): Enter the time to
should be added first and removed last, set wait before the load is removed. This prevents
Add Priority = 1 and Remove Priority = 4 for that load. nuisance changes caused by brief current
Prioritize the other loads according to the order in which spikes. See Figure 4-8.
they should be added and removed.
f. Load # Remove Src1 (Src2) Priority: Assign a
Adjustable time delays prevent load addition and priority to each load. This number will be used
removal caused by momentary current variations. to determine which loads are removed first if
There are three time delays associated with each load. the current rises above the high limit. (The
See Figure 4-8 for time delays and other load control priority 1 load is removed first.)
parameters.
g. Source1 Load Ctrl # Enable/Disable: Toggle to
Enable and press Save to enable load control
Current-Based Load Control Setup Procedure: for the selected load.
1. Connect each selected load to an output terminal
on the main logic board or one of the input/output 6. Set Hi Current Level, Load Remove
modules. The high power module accessory is Source1/Source2: Set the high current level. If the
available for high voltage or high current loads. current rises above this limit, loads will be removed
in order of their remove priority settings until the
2. Use the Set Inputs/Outputs menu to assign the current falls back to an acceptable level.
connected output to one of the load control outputs
1--9. See Section 4.9. 7. Set Lo Current Level, Load Add Source1/Source2:
Set the low current level. If the current drops below
3. In the Set S1 or Set S2 Time Delays menu, select this level and some loads are not connected, loads
Current as the load control mode. will be added in the order of their add priority
settings. (The add priority and remove priority
settings for a load may be different.)

Parameter Description Adjustment Range
Assign Load Control Out # to each connected load output. Use
Outputs the Set Inputs/Outputs menu. See Section 4.9, Programmable Load Control Out 1--9
Inputs and Outputs.
Select Current for current-based load control. See Section 4.7.2
Load Control Mode None/Time/Current
for more information.
Enter the number of loads to be controlled. Each load must be
Loads to Control connected to a separate output on the main logic board or 1--9
accessory I/O module.
If the current rises above this limit, loads will be removed in order
High Current Level of their remove priority settings until the current falls back to an 0--4000 Amps
acceptable level.
If the current drops below this level and some loads are not
Low Current Level connected, loads will be added in the order of their add priority 0--4000 Amps
setting.
Enable or disable current-based load control for each load on
Load Control # Enable/Disable Enable or Disable
each source.
Assign a priority for the addition of each load when the current
level falls below the low current level. Add Priority #1 loads are
Add Priority 1--9
added first. The add priority and remove priority for a given load
can be different.
Assign a priority for the removal of loads when the current level
rises above the high current level. Remove priority #1 loads are
Remove Priority 1--9
removed first. The add priority and remove priority for a given
load can be different.
Time delay after a transfer signal to allow disconnection of
00:00 to 59:59
Disconnect (Disc) Time Delay selected loads before transfer to the other source. (Operates
min:sec
when both sources are present.)
Time delay after the current falls below the low limit until the load
00:00 to 59:59
Load Add Source1 or Source2 is added. Prevents load add caused by a momentary drop in the
min:sec
current.
Time delay after the current rises above the high limit until the
00:00 to 59:59
Load Remove Src1 or Src2 load is removed. Prevents load removal caused by a momentary
min:sec
rise in the current.
Figure 4-8 Current-Based Load Control Parameters

4.8 Set Sources Adjustment
Parameter Range Default Setting
4.8.1 Phase Rotation Voltage
0--5% 5%
Differential
The Phase Rotation menu appears only if a three-phase Frequency
0--0.3 Hz 0.1 Hz
source is selected. (See Set Number of Phases later in Differential
the Set Sources menus for the Normal and Emergency Angle
sources.) 0--10 degrees 10 degrees
Differential
Fail to Sync
Select ABC, BAC, or disabled. Phase rotation can be 10 sec--15 min. 1 min.
time delay
disabled for programmed-transition models or
standard-transition models in applications that do not Figure 4-9 Synchronization Settings for Closed-
have phase-sensitive loads. Phase rotation cannot be Transition Switches
disabled on closed-transition models.
4.8.3 Preferred Source Selection
4.8.2 In-Phase Monitor
The preferred source selection function allows selection
of either Source N or Source E as the preferred source.
Standard-Transition Models
Note: The alarm module accessory must be installed
The in-phase monitor can be enabled or disabled for
for this function to operate. See Section 7.2.3.
standard-transition models. The in-phase monitor
operates prior to transfer when both sources are The transfer switch seeks and transfers to the preferred
available. Transfer is inhibited while both sources are
source whenever it is available. Source N is always the
greater than 2 cycles apart. If the connected source falls
source connected to the Normal side of the transfer
below 70% of its nominal voltage rating, the in-phase
switch, and Source E is always connected to the
monitor terminates and allows transfer.
Emergency side. Generator engine start relays are
The synchronism window has a default value of 5_ and assigned to the source (Source N or Source E). The
is adjustable from 15_ to 5_ before synchronism only. engine start relays do not change when the preferred
The in-phase monitor feature can be enabled for source selection changes. This prevents the need to
Util-Gen and Gen-Gen modes of operation. In Util-Util change the wiring of the engine start relay(s) when the
mode, it is assumed that both sources are always in preferred source changes.
phase with each other, and immediate transfer occurs
when in-phase monitoring is enabled. Time Delays and Source Parameters. Engine start
relays and time delays, source voltage and frequency
Programmed-Transition Models trip points, and load shed time delays are assigned to
the source (N or E). They do not change assignment
The in-phase monitor is disabled for programmed- when the preferred source selection is changed.
transition models.
Note: Source N is always connected to the Normal side
Closed-Transition Models of the transfer switch, and Source E is always
connected to the Emergency side.
The in-phase monitor is always enabled for closed-
transition models. Synchronization settings for closed- Other time delays are assigned to the source function
transition models include voltage differential, frequency (preferred or standby). System parameters that are
differential, angle differential, and the Fail to Sync time assigned to the function automatically change source
delay. Transfer is inhibited when any of the differential when the preferred source selection changes.
readings between the two sources are outside the set Figure 4-10 shows which parameters are assigned to
limits. See Figure 4-9. the source and which are assigned to the function. The
last two columns of the table show the effect of the
preferred source selection on each parameter or time
delay.

Preferred Source Selection
Item Assignment Normal Emergency
Source N generator engine start relay Source N N
Source E generator engine start relay Source E E
Source N engine start time delay Source N N
Source E engine start time delay Source E E
Source N engine cooldown time delay Source N N
Source E engine cooldown time delay Source E E
Source N voltage and frequency trip points Source N N
Source E voltage and frequency trip points Source E E
In-phase monitor sync Source E E
Pre-transfer to source N Source N N
Pre-transfer to source E Source E E
Post-transfer to source N Source N N
Post-transfer to source E Source E E
Preferred-to-standby time delay Function N to E E to N
Standby-to-preferred time delay Function E to N N to E
Failure to acquire standby source Function E N
Off-to-standby time delay (programmed-transition only) Function Off to E Off to N
Off-to-preferred time delay (programmed-transition only) Function Off to N Off to E
Note: Source N is connected to the Normal side of the transfer switch, and Source E is connected to the Emergency side.
Figure 4-10 Preferred Source Selection Effect on System Parameters and Time Delays

4.8.4 System Voltage and Frequency available when its voltage and frequency are within the
range of dropout settings. The debounce time prevents
For each source, set the number of phases, nominal nuisance transfers caused by brief voltage spikes and
voltage, and nominal frequency (50 or 60 Hz). Then dips. If the voltage or frequency of the active source is
proceed to set the pickup and dropout settings. outside the acceptable range for a length of time longer
than the debounce time, the system attempts to transfer
4.8.5 Voltage and Frequency Pickup the load to the alternate source.
and Dropout Settings
See Figure 4-11 for default settings and adjustment
The controller senses the voltage on both sources with ranges.
an accuracy of ±0.5%. A source is considered
Description Settings Default Setting Adjustment Range

Normal source voltage Under voltage dropout 90% 75% to 98% of Pickup
Under voltage pickup 90% 85% to 100% of Nominal
Over voltage dropout 115% (110% for 106% to 135% of Nominal
600 V systems) (maximum 690 Volts)
Over voltage pickup 95% 95 to 100% of Dropout
Unbalance enable Enable Enable or disabled
Unbalance drop out 20% 5% to 20%
Unbalance pick up 10% 3% to 18%
Debounce time 0.5 seconds 0.1 to 9.9 seconds
Emergency source voltage Under voltage dropout 90% 75% to 98% of Pickup
Under voltage pickup 90% 85% to 100% of Nominal
Over voltage dropout 115% (110% for 106% to 135% of Nominal
600 V systems) (Except 600 V Apps)
Over voltage pickup 95% 95 to 100% of Dropout
Unbalance enable Enable Enable or disabled
Unbalance drop out 20% 5 to 20%
Unbalance pick up 10% 3 to 18%
Debounce time 0.5 seconds 0.1 to 9.9 seconds
Normal source frequency Under frequency dropout 99% 95% to 99% of Pickup
(Gen-Gen mode of operation only)
Under frequency pickup 90% 80% to 95% of Nominal
Over frequency dropout 101% 101% to 115% of Pickup
Over frequency pickup 110% 105% to 120% of Nominal
Debounce time 3 seconds 0.1 to 15 seconds
Emergency source frequency Under frequency dropout 99% 95% to 99% of Pickup
Under frequency pickup 90% 80% to 95% of Nominal
Over frequency dropout 101% 101% to 115% of Pickup
Over frequency pickup 110% 105% to 120% of Nominal
Debounce time 3 seconds 0.1 to 15 seconds
Figure 4-11 Pickup and Dropout Settings

4.8.6 Set Sources
Three-phase models only.

Set Sources Set Phase Rotation ? ? ? Rotation ABC
BAC
Disable
B Y " Main B Y " Back Save Back
Set Inphase Monitor

Enable/Disable Enable/Disable
B Y " Back Save Back
Set Inphase Monitor

Standard transition Angle ? ? Degrees
models only
Set Inphase Monitor In Phase Xfr Fail In Phase Xfr Fail

In Phase Xfr Fail Enable/Disable ??:??
Set Synchronization
Voltage Differential ? ? Percent
Set Synchronization
Frequency Differential ? ? Hz

Closed transition
models only
Set Synchronization
Angle Differential ? ? Degrees
Fail to Sync Fail to Sync

Set Fail to Sync Enable/Disable ??:??
Preferred Source
Alarm module Normal/Emergency
Set Preferred Source
required
Source Setup Menus Continued on Next Page

Source Setup Menus Continued from Previous Page:
Normal Source
Set Normal Source Set Number of Phases ? Phase
Emergency
Normal Source Set Voltage

Note: The same menus are available Set Voltage ??? VAC
for the Emergency source.
Normal Source Set Frequency

Set Frequency ?? Hz
Normal Source Pickup

Set Under Voltage ??? % of Nominal
Pickup 85--100%
Normal Source Dropout

Set Under Voltage ??? % of Pickup
Dropout 75--98%

Set Over Voltage ??? % of Dropout
Pickup 95--100%

Set Over Voltage ??? % of Nominal
Dropout 106--135%
Normal Source Debounce Time

Set Voltage Debounce ?.? Seconds
0.1 -- 9.9 Seconds
Normal Source Voltage Unbalance

Voltage Unbalance Enable/Disable
Enable/Disable

Voltage Unbalance ??%
Three-phase only Pickup 3--18%

Voltage Unbalance ??%
Dropout 5--20%
Source Setup Menus Continued on Next Page

Source Setup Menus Continued from Previous Page:

Set Under Frequency ??? % of Nominal
Pickup 80--95%

Set Under Frequency ??? % of Pickup
Dropout 95--99%

Set Over Frequency ??? % of Nominal
Pickup 105--120%

Set Over Frequency ??? % of Pickup
Dropout 101--115% Nominal
Normal Source Debounce Time

Set Freq Debounce ?.? Seconds
0.1 -- 15.0 Seconds

4.9 Inputs and Outputs verifying the transfer switch input and output
connections.
Inputs and outputs are unassigned (except as noted in
Figure 4-13) until the installer or operator assigns a
function to the I/O.
4.9.1 Controller Inputs and Outputs
There are two programmable inputs and two
The programmable inputs and outputs can be assigned programmable outputs on the controller. Additional
to the functions shown in Figure 4-14 and Figure 4-15. inputs and outputs are available through the installation
Programmable inputs and outputs on the controller and of optional input/output modules.
input/output (I/O) modules can be assigned in several
ways: See the Installation Section for connection information
for main logic board inputs and outputs.
D Using the controller’s keypad and display; see
Figure 4-12.
4.9.2 Input/Output Modules
D Using a PC with Kohlerr SiteTecht software; see
TP-6701, SiteTech Software Operation Manual, for Input/output (I/O) modules are optional accessories.
instructions. The standard I/O Module has two inputs and six outputs.
The high-power I/O module has two inputs and three
D Over Modbus; see TP-6113, Modbus Protocol outputs. The I/O modules specifications are shown in
Manual, for Modbus registers. Section 7.2.1.
Each programmable input and output requires a See Section 7.2.1 for I/O module connection
connection to the transfer switch. Do not change the information.
programmable input/output assignments without
Set Inputs/Outputs Press the right arrow button to enter the Set Inputs/Outputs menu.
B Y " Main
<
Set Main Board I/O Main Board I/O Input ##

Main Board I/O Set Inputs Input #? Function
????????
B Y " Back B Y " Back B Y " Back Save Back
Main Board I/O Main Board I/O Output ##

Set Outputs Outputs #? Function
????????
Set Module #? Module ## Module ## Input ##

Auxiliary I/O Type ### Addr # Set Inputs Input #? Function
Status: ####### ????????
B Y " Back B Y " Back B Y " Back B Y " Back Save Back
Module ## Module ## Output ##

Press the down arrow Set Outputs Output #? Function
button to step to the next ????????
module. B Y " Back B Y " Back Save Back
Module #?
Uninstall Module?
Yes/No
Save Back
Figure 4-12 Assigning Inputs and Outputs

4.9.3 Input Functions transfers to Source N if it is available, executing the
applicable time delays.
Available input functions are shown in Figure 4-14.
Some inputs will trigger an indicator LED on the user Remote Monitored Inputs. There are four remotely
interface and/or display a message on the LCD menu monitored input functions. These functions can be
when they are activated. assigned to any of the inputs on either the main logic
board or standard/high voltage/high current I/O boards.
All of the inputs may be assigned to either one or both of The state of any or all of these inputs can be monitored
the common alarms. using SiteTecht software or over Modbus.
Note: Some models have factory-set input functions as Peak Shave/Area Protection Input. Starts the
shown in Figure 4-13. Do not change these generator set and transfers to the standby source,
settings. ignoring the engine start time delay. The pre/post-
transfer, delayed-transition time delays, and in-phase
Model or Factory-Installed Main Board Input monitor will be active if enabled.
Accessory Factory Setting
Bypass/isolation Models Bypass Contactor Disable When the peak shave signal is removed, the load
Service Entrance Models Service Disconnect transfers back to the preferred source. The pre/post-
Load Shed Kit Forced Transfer to OFF transfer, delayed-transition, and engine cooldown time
delays, along with the in-phase monitor if enabled, will
Figure 4-13 Factory Set Inputs be executed.
Service Disconnect Input. Service Entrance (KEP) If the standby source is lost during peak shave, the unit
models have one input factory-set to Service will transfer back to the preferred source.
Disconnect. Do not attempt to change this setting.
See Section 4.11.9 for information about the Peak
Forced Transfer to OFF Input. This function requires Shave TD Bypass.
the load shed accessory installed on a programmed-
transition model transfer switch. (Exception: The load Remote End Time Delay Input. Allows a remote signal
shed accessory is NOT required for model KEP Service to end an active time delay. The signal ends only the
Disconnect to OFF models.) Activation of this input time delay that is active at the time the signal is applied.
signals the transfer switch to transfer immediately from Repeated signals are required to end additional time
Source E to the OFF position. The transfer switch then delays. Does not end the programmed-transition time
delays or an exerciser run.
«
Programmable Inputs * LED LED Display Message
Bypass Contactor Disable* None Flashing Bypass Contactor Disable *
Forced Transfer to OFF* (programmed-transition None Flashing Forced Off
models only; requires load shed accessory)[
Inhibit Transfer* (maintenance mode) None Flashing Inhibit Transfer
Low Battery Voltage Steady None Low Battery Voltage
Peak Shave Mode None None Peak Shave
Remote End Time Delay None None None
Remote Common Alarm Steady None Remote Common Alarm
Remote Test None None Normal test sequence menus. See Section 1.7.
Remote Monitor In #1--4 None None None
Service Disconnect* None Flashing Service Disconnected
Three-Source System Disable None None None
* See Figure 4-13 for factory-set input functions for selected models. Do not change the factory settings.
[ The load shed accessory is not required on model KEP Service Disconnect to OFF models.
Figure 4-14 Available Programmable Inputs

Remote Test Input. Activating the input starts a test, See
and deactivating the input stops the test. Tests follow Programmable Output Type Section
the sequence described in Section 1.7. A remote test 3 Src Sys Disabled Control 4.12
can be stopped locally, if necessary, by pressing the Alarm Silenced Monitor 7.2.3
END TEST button on the controller. Audible Alarm Control 7.2.3
Aux Switch Fault Fault 1.10
MPAC firmware versions before 1.10: If a local test is
Aux Switch Open Fault 1.10
already running, activating the remote test input will stop
Common Alarm Active (1 and 2) Fault 4.10
the local test.
Contactor in OFF position Monitor —
Contactor in Preferred Position Monitor —
MPAC firmware versions 1.10 or higher: If a local test is
Contactor in Source E Position Monitor —
already running, activating the remote test input will
Contactor in Source N Position Monitor —
NOT stop the local test.
Contactor in Standby Position Monitor —
The default type for a remote test is unloaded. There are Exerciser Active Monitor 4.4, 2.2.2
several ways to change the remote test type: Fail to Acquire Preferred Fault 1.10
Fail to Acquire Standby Fault 1.10
D Use the Set System, Remote Test Loading menu. Fail to Transfer Fault 1.10
Fail to Open Source1 Fault —
D Use a computer and Kohler SiteTech Software to set
Fail to Close Source1 Fault —
the Remote Test Loaded parameter.
Fail to Open Source2 Fault —
D Set the remote test type over Modbus. Fail to Close Source2 Fault —
I/O Module Lost Comm Fault 1.10
4.9.4 Output Functions In-Phase Monitor Sync Control 4.9.4, 4.8.2
Load Bank Control Active Control 4.9.4
Output functions are shown in Figure 4-15. Information Load Control Active Monitor 4.7.1
about selected output functions is shown below. Refer Load Control Out 1--9 Control 4.7.1
to the section number shown in Figure 4-15 for more Low Battery (external battery) Monitor 7.2.2
information about the output function. Non-Emergency Transfer Monitor —
Not in Auto Monitor 1.3.4
Note: On Service Entrance (KEP) models, one output is
Peak Shave Active Monitor 4.11.9
factory set and not available for customer use.
Preferred Source Available Monitor 4.8.5
Service Disconnect Gen Cntrl. Service Disconnect MBUS Control RDO #1--4 Control 4.9.4
(KEP) models that use the Service Disconnect to OFF Service Disconnect Gen Cntrl * Control 4.9.4
mode of operation have one output set to Service Source E (Phase) Rotation Error Fault —
Disconnect Gen Cntrl. This output is factory-set and Source E Loss of Phase Fault —
should not be changed. See Section 4.11.4 for more Source E Over Frequency Fault 4.8.5
information about service disconnect modes of Source E Over Voltage Fault 4.8.5
operation. Source E Start Signal Control 4.9.4
Source E Under Frequency Fault 4.8.5
In-Phase Monitor Sync Output. Is activated when the Source E Under Voltage Fault 4.8.5
in-phase transfer fail or fail to sync time delays expire, Source E Voltage Unbalance Fault 4.8.5
indicating that the sources did not synchronize in the Source N (Phase) Rotation Error Fault —
allotted time. See Section 4.8.2 for more information Source N Loss of Phase Fault —
about the in-phase monitor. For closed-transition Source N Over Frequency Fault 4.8.5
models, customer-supplied equipment used to boost Source N Over Voltage Fault 4.8.5
the generator set can be connected to this output. See Source N Start Signal Control 4.9.4, 4.12
the transfer switch installation manual for output Source N Under Frequency Fault 4.8.5
connection information. Source N Under Voltage Fault 4.8.5
Source N Voltage Unbalance Fault 4.8.5
Note: The In-phase Transfer Fail and/or Fail to Sync Standby Source Available Monitor 4.8.5
time delays are set in the Set Sources menu. See Test Mode Active Monitor 1.7
Section 4.8. * Factory set; do not change.
Figure 4-15 Available Programmable Outputs

Load Control Output, 1--9. Connect up to nine loads
Start unloaded test or exercise
that can be connected or disconnected using either
time-based or current-based load control. Assign load
control outputs 1 through 9 to the corresponding outputs Generator set starts
on the main board or I/O modules, and then go to the
Time Delay setup menu to set up the load control Emergency (standby)
sequences. See Section 4.6 for the Time Delay setup source available
menus, and Section 4.7 for more information about load
control. Load bank control
output is active
MBUS-Controlled Outputs. There are four
Modbus-Controlled Output functions. These four
Load bank applied
functions can be assigned to any of the outputs on either
the main logic board or the optional I/O boards. The
state of any or all of these four functions can be Load bank control
Normal source lost? YES output deactivated
controlled and monitored via Modbus messages only.
NO
Source N Engine Start Signal. Use if Source N is a Load bank removed
generator set, especially for three-source systems or End unloaded
exercise or test
prime power mode. See Section 4.12 for more on
three-source systems. See Section 4.5 for more about Transfer load to
prime power mode. emergency source
Load bank control
output deactivated
Source E Engine Start Signal. An alternative to the
engine start contacts on the transfer switch.
Load bank removed
Load Bank Control Active. The load bank control
output is a C form contact that can be used to apply a Engine cooldown
load to the generator set during an unloaded exercise or
test. The load bank control output is active during each Generator set stops
6447
unloaded test and unloaded exercise. See Figure 4-16.
Figure 4-16 Load Bank Control Sequence
The load bank control output closes or opens a contact
that can be used to signal the load bank controller to
operate. Connect the normally open or normally closed 4.9.5 User-Defined I/O Descriptions
output contact to the load bank controller as required for
proper operation. Refer to the connection instructions The controller can store a 19-character string
provided by the load bank manufacturer. description for each of the 9 user controllable/monitored
I/Os. Use a personal computer with Kohlerr SiteTecht
If the Normal source is lost during an exercise period, software to enter descriptions. Descriptions are only
the load bank control output is deactivated to remove the available for reading and writing through SiteTech and
load bank and allow the transfer of the building load to over Modbus. Descriptions are not used by the
the emergency source. controller.

4.10 Common Alarms 4.10.1 Common Alarm Output
Use the Common Alarms setup menu to assign events Functions can be assigned to two alarm groups. The
to the controller’s common alarm groups. See groups can then be assigned to programmable outputs,
Figure 4-17 for a list of functions that can be assigned to if desired. Any function assigned to the Common Alarm
the common alarm and the audible alarm. See triggers the Common Alarm programmable output. See
Figure 4-18 for the common alarms setup menus. Section 4.9, Programmable Inputs and Outputs, for
more information about programmable outputs.
Alarm Descriptions
Aux Switch Fault* Src E Over Voltage
4.10.2 Audible Alarm
Aux Switch Open* Src E Rotation Err *
Contactor in Off Src E Under Freq The audible alarm setting requires the Alarm Module
Contactor in Pref Src E Under Voltage accessory for operation. See Section 7.2.3 for more
Contactor in Src E Src E Voltage Unbal information about the alarm module.
Contactor in Src N Src N Loss of Phase
Contactor in Stby Src N Over Freq Enable the audible alarm for any alarm function by
Exerciser Active Src N Over Voltage navigating to the Alarm Description, Common, Audible
Fail to Acquire Pref * Src N Rotation Err * menu. press the open up arrow button until the display
Fail to Acquire Stby * Src N Under Freq
shows Audible Y and Y or N for Common as desired.
Fail to Transfer * Src N Under Voltage
press Save.
IPM Synching Src N Voltage Unbal
Load Bank Ctl Active Stby Src Available 4.10.3 Chicago Alarm
Load Control Active System Ready
External Battery Low *[ Test Mode Active The Chicago Alarm function requires the alarm module
Non-Emergency Trans Critical Service Required
accessory.
Not in Auto Man Transfer Waiting
The Chicago alarm function is a programmable feature
Peak Shave Active [ Module Lost Comm * of the MPAC 1500 controller. The alarm is active when
Pref Src Available Non-Critical Service Req the transfer switch is in the Emergency position. The
Remote Common Alarm * Source E Available alarm can be silenced via the user interface, which will
Remote Monitor In #1--4 Source N Available also activate a light indicating the alarm-silenced
Src E Loss of Phase MBUS-Control RDO #1--4 condition. The alarm silenced light is deenergized when
Src E Over Freq the transfer switch returns to the Normal position.
* Assigned to Critical Service Required alarm
[ Assigned to Non-Critical Service Required alarm For Chicago Alarm Mode, use the Common Alarm
Setup menu to assign the necessary faults and
Figure 4-17 Alarm Descriptions
conditions to the audible alarm. Be sure to assign the
Contactor in Standby function to trigger the audible
alarm.
Set Common Alarms Set Common Alarms Modify Alarm Alarm Description Alarm Description
Alarm Group 1 Common Y Audible N Common Y Audible N
B Y " Main B Y " Back B Y " Back B Y " Back Back Save
Remove All Alarms Remove All Alarms

Yes/No
Press the up and down arrow
buttons to step between alarm
groups 1 and 2. Press the right B Y " Back Back Save
arrow to modify settings in the
displayed group.
Figure 4-18 Setting Common Alarms

4.11 Set System The gen-gen type source type uses two generator sets
and requires the assignment of a second engine start
See Figure 4-21 for the Set System menus. output. Use the Input/Output Setup menu to assign a
controller terminal strip output or an I/O module output to
4.11.1 Default Settings Start Source N Generator, and connect the engine start
leads for the Source N generator set to the
The system parameter factory settings are shown in corresponding terminals on the controller terminal strip
Figure 4-19. or the I/O module. See Section 4.9. The programmable
engine start output remains tied to the Source N
System Parameter Factory Setting
generator set regardless of the preferred source
Standard or programmed transition Set to order [ selection.
Single/three phase Set to order [
Operating voltage Set to order [ The utility-utility source type is designed to use utility
Operating frequency (50 or 60 Hz) Set to order [ power for both sources.
Phase rotation ABC
Commit to transfer (yes or no) No 4.11.3 Transition Type
Rated current Set to order [
Operating mode:
The transition type is factory set for each model and
Generator-to-Generator, should not require change except in the case of
Utility-to-Generator
Utility-to-Generator, or controller replacement. Select standard, programmed,
Utility-to-Utility
or closed transition, if necessary.
In-phase monitor Disabled
In-phase monitor transfer angle 5_ Note: The transition type is determined by the ATS
Transfer mode model as indicated Figure 4-20. Do not attempt
Set to order
(automatic or non-automatic)* to change the transition type to one that is not
* The transfer mode (automatic or non-automatic) cannot be listed for your model.
changed in the field.
[ See the ATS nameplate.
Model Transition Type
Figure 4-19 System Parameters KBS
KCS Standard
4.11.2 Source Type/Source Type KGS
KBP
Set the source type selection for the types of sources KCP
used: KEP
Programmed
D One utility source and one generator set KGP

D Two generator sets (gen-gen) (Use for prime power KBC
Closed
run mode. See Section 4.5.) KCC
D Two separate utility sources
Figure 4-20 Transition Types by Model
D One utility source and two generator sets for a
three-source system (see Section 4.12) Standard-transition (also referred to as open
transition) models use a break-before-make transfer
The transfer switch is factory-set for the utility-generator
that does not require source synchronization for transfer
set source type. This type uses one generator set, between available sources.
which is connected to the Emergency side of the
contactor (Source E), and one engine start relay. The Programmed-transition models stop momentarily in
engine start contact is assigned to the generator set that the OFF position during transfer between two available
is connected to the Emergency side of the transfer sources. The time in the OFF position can be adjusted
switch. using the transfer time delays. See Section 4.6.

Closed-transition models provide make-before-break D Select Automatic to set the unit to initiate a
transfer for uninterrupted power to the load when both programmed-transition transfer automatically after
sources are available. The sources are monitored for the Inphase Transfer Fail time delay expires.
synchronization and are paralleled for approximately
100 milliseconds during the transfer. D Select Manual to require an operator to initiate a
programmed-transition transfer by pressing a button
Programmed-transition override (for closed- after the Inphase Transfer Fail time delay expires.
transition models only). When closed transition is
selected, the programmed-transition override menu If a manual transfer is not initiated, the controller
appears. The override function operates if the sources continues to monitor the sources and transfers if
do not synchronize before the Inphase Transfer Fail synchronization occurs.
time delay expires. In this case, the transfer switch can
be set to transfer to the other source using D Set the Xfr Off>Stby (transfer off-to-standby) time
programmed-transition mode, with a short interruption delay for the desired “off” time during the transfer.
in power to the load during transfer. See Section 4.6 for the default time delays.
* Source Types:
Set System Source Type Source Type Util-Gen
?????? -- ?????? * Gen-Gen
Util-Util
B Y " Main B Y " Back Back Save Util-Gen-Gen
** Transition Types: Transition Type Transition Type Prog Transition Override

Standard Transition ???????? ** Automatic/Manual
Programmed Transition
Closed Transition B Y " Back Back " Save Back Save
Closed transition only

Disconnect to OFF
Service entrance not Service Entrance Service Entrance
available if source type
Gen-Gen is selected No/ICCB/MCCB
Rated Current Rated Current

???? Amps
3 Src Eng Start Mode 3 Src Eng Start Mode Pref Source Toggle
Mode 1/Mode 2 Enable/Disable
Transfer Commit Transfer Commit

Commit/No Commit
Remote Test Loading

Remote Test Loading
Loaded/Unloaded

Enabled/Disabled
Figure 4-21 Set System Menus

4.11.4 Service Entrance D The Commit setting allows the complete transfer
sequence to execute even if the preferred source
The model KEP is a service entrance rated returns before the load has been transferred to
programmed-transition transfer switch. ICCB denotes standby.
insulated case circuit breakers or switches. MCCB
denotes molded-case circuit breakers or switches. D The No Commit setting causes the transfer sequence
Check the model designation on the ATS nameplate and to be cancelled without transfer if the preferred source
see the model designation key in the specification sheet returns before the load has been transferred to
or the Installation Manual to identify ICCB and MCCB standby.
models.
Two service disconnect positions are possible for the 4.11.8 Remote Test Loading
Model KEP Service Entrance rated transfer switches. Select loaded or unloaded for a remote test sequence
The service disconnect position is factory-set and initiated by a remote test input.
cannot be changed at the controller.
D Service Disconnect to Emergency (SRC/E). When 4.11.9 Peak Shave TD Bypass

the service disconnect switch is moved to the
SERVICE DISCONNECT position, the transfer Peak Shave Operation. When the peak shave input is
switch signals the generator set to start and transfers activated, the generator set starts immediately,
to the Emergency source. bypassing the engine start time delay. The pre/post-
transfer time delays, programmed-transition time
D Service Disconnect to OFF. When the service delays, and in-phase monitor are active if enabled. The
disconnect switch is moved to the SERVICE ATS transfers the load to the standby source.
DISCONNECT position, the utility breaker opens.
Utility power is disconnected and the ATS is in the Peak Shave TD Bypass. In normal operation,
OFF position. retransfer from standby to preferred is delayed
(15 minutes default setting) to ensure that the preferred
The service disconnect position is shown in the System source is stable before transfer. The Peak Shave TD
Setup screen as Service Disconnect to SRC/E or Bypass allows you to skip the retransfer time delay after
Service Disconnect to OFF. Transfer switches with no peak shave operation.
service disconnect position indication in the system
setup screen use the Service Disconnect to Emergency When the peak shave input is removed, the ATS
position. See the Model KEP ATS Operation and transfers back to the preferred source according to the
Installation Manual for more information about the Peak Shave TD Bypass setting:
service disconnect position.
D If the Peak Shave TD Bypass is enabled, the
retransfer (standby to preferred) time delay is
4.11.5 Rated Current bypassed when the peak shave signal is removed.
Notice that by enabling the TD bypass, you are
This value is factory-set for each unit and should not ordering the system to skip the retransfer time delay.
require adjustment. If necessary, enter the rated current
from the transfer switch nameplate. D If the Peak Shave TD Bypass is disabled, the
retransfer (standby to preferred) time delay executes
4.11.6 Three Source Engine Start Mode before the ATS transfers back to the preferred source.
Transfer is delayed by the retransfer time delay. The
See Section 4.12, Three-Source Systems. retransfer time delay is adjustable, with a 15-minute
factory setting.
4.11.7 Transfer Commit If the standby source is lost during peak shave
The transfer commit setting controls operation if the operation, the unit transfers back to the preferred
preferred source returns after a transfer to standby source.
sequence has been initiated but not completed (i.e.,
preferred returns during the transfer time delay).

4.12 Three-Source Systems 4.12.2 Preferred Source Toggle
A three-source system provides the means to connect a The preferred source toggle function alternates
utility and two generators to a single load. See between the two generator sets each time the
Figure 4-22. Two generators and two transfer switches three-source function is activated. If G1 is the preferred
are required. source during the first run, then G2 will be preferred
during the next run. The preferred source selection will
Note: The second transfer switch (ATS2) requires an continue to alternate between G1 and G2 for each
external battery supply module (EBSM; also subsequent run.
called battery option board or BOB) to provide
power to the controller.
4.12.3 Three Source System Test and
During normal operation, the utility source supplies the Exercise
load with power. In the event of a utility failure, generator
set G1 or G2 will supply the load as described in Unloaded Test
Sections 4.12.1 and 4.12.2.
Unloaded testing is possible at each transfer switch.
Initiating the unloaded test function at ATS1 starts and
4.12.1 Three Source Engine Start Mode runs the preferred generator set attached to ATS2.
Initiating the unloaded test function at ATS2 starts and
There are two modes of operation for three-source
runs the standby generator set.
engine start. Select Mode 1 or Mode 2 on ATS2 as
needed for the application.
Loaded Test
Mode 1 Loaded testing is also allowed at each transfer switch.
Loaded testing of the standby generator set is only
In mode 1 there will be an attempt to start only the
possible during a loaded test from ATS1 because the
preferred source generator. If the preferred source does
standby generator can only be connected to the load
not achieve voltage and frequency within a fail to acquire
when ATS1 is connected to emergency. To initiate a
time period, the standby engine start contact will close.
loaded test of the standby generator set, first use ATS1
The fail to acquire will be indicated. If the standby
to start a loaded test of the preferred source generator
source subsequently fails to achieve voltage and
set. Then use ATS2 to start a loaded test of the standby
frequency, a separate fail to acquire standby will be
generator set.
indicated.
Unloaded Exercise
Mode 2
The exercise program in ATS2 controls the operation of
In mode 2 both generators receive a start signal
each generator. The exercise function does not require
simultaneously. The ATS2 will transfer to the first
interaction with ATS1. If the utility is lost during an
generator set to reach proper voltage and frequency. If
unloaded exercise event, the event is canceled and the
the first source to reach available status is the preferred
load is transferred to the preferred generator set.
source, the engine start signal to the standby source will
open immediately. If the standby source is the first to
reach available status, the contactor will transfer to the Loaded Exercise
standby position. When the preferred source generator The exercise program in ATS2 controls the operation of
output reaches available status, the controller will each generator. The loaded exercise event requires
transfer to the preferred source and open the engine synchronization with a loaded exercise from ATS1.
start contacts to the standby generator (after the Program the ATS1 exercise to start before the ATS2
cooldown delay has elapsed). exercise. Set the ATS2 exercise to end before the ATS1
exercise ends. If the utility is lost during a loaded
exercise event, the event is canceled and the load is
transferred to the preferred generator set.

SINGLE LINE DIAGRAM G1 G2
ATS2
N E
ATS1 L ENGINE START
TO G2
N E
NOTE: THE CLOSED IN EMERGENCY AUXILLIARY
ENGINE START
L CONTACT THAT IS USED IN THE ENGINE START CIRCUIT
OF THE ATS MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE CIRCUIT
WHEN USED WITH THIS THREE SOURCE CONTROL SCHEME.
N/C REFERENCE ATS WIRING DIAGRAM FOR CONNECTIONS.
LOAD
LEGEND
ATS -- AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH

Note: ATS2 requires an external battery module
EBSM -- EXTERNAL BATTERY SUPPLY MODULE to maintain power to the controller.
G1 -- GENERATOR #1
G2 -- GENERATOR #2
K1 -- NORMAL RELAY
K2 -- EMERGENCY RELAY
LED1 -- LIGHT EMITTING DIODE (BATTERY 1 REVERSED)
LED2 -- LIGHT EMITTING DIODE (BATTERY 1 REVERSED)
LED3 -- LIGHT EMITTING DIODE (BATTERY SUPPLYING POWER)
MLB -- MAIN LOGIC BOARD
P(#) -- CONNECTOR
PIOM -- PROGRAMMABLE INPUT/OUTPUT MODULE
MLB -- MAIN LOGIC BOARD
TB(#) -- TERMINAL BLOCK
SW -- SWITCH
U -- UTILITY
OPERATION
WHEN UTILITY FAILS ATS2 STARTS G1. ATS1 TRANSFERS TO THE EMERGENCY POSITION. IF G1 FAILS ATS2
WILL START G2 AND ATS2 WILL TRANSFER TO EMERGENCY. IF G1 RETURNS THEN ATS2 WILL RE--TRANSFER
BACK TO NORMAL. ATS1 WILL RE--TRANSFER BACK TO NORMAL AFTER THE UTILITY RETURNS. WHEN THE
UTIITY IS AVAILABLE, THE BATTERY SUPPLY MODULE WILL PROVIDE POWER TO THE CONTROLLER ON ATS2.
THE 3 SOURCE SYSTEM DISABLE INPUT AND OUTPUT WILL PREVENT ATS2 FROM STARTING EITHER GENSET
WHILE THE UTILITY SOURCE IS AVAILABLE.
THE BATTERY SUPPLY MODULE USES UP TO TWO BATTERY INPUTS (9--36VDC) AND PROVIDES A 12V
OUTPUT THAT POWERS THE ATS CONTROLLER. THIS IS CONNECTED TO THE CONTROLLER BY SNAPPING IT
TO AN EXISTING I/O MODULE OR THROUGH A HARNESS TO P3 ON THE CONTROLLER (WHEN AN I/O
MODULE IS NOT USED). THE BATTERY SUPPLY MODULE WILL CONTINUALLY PROVIDE POWER TO THE
CONTROLLER UNLESS THE ON/OFF INPUT ON THE BATTERY SUPPLY MODULE IS ENABLED.
THE ON/OFF INPUT ON TB1 OF THE BATTERY SUPPLY MODULE CAN BE USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE
NORMALLY OPEN CONTACT OF A PROGRAMMABLE OUTPUT FROM AN INPUT/OUTPUT MODULE TO TURN THE
BATTERY SUPPLY MODULE OFF WHEN A SOURCE IS AVAILABLE.
GM28627B
Figure 4-22 Three-Source System Transfer Switch and Source Connections

4.12.4 Three-Source System Setup (or batteries) to the BATT1 terminals on terminal
block TB13 on the external battery supply module
See Figure 4-22 and Figure 4-24 for connections during (EBSM or BOB). (Another battery(ies) can be
the following steps. connected to terminals BATT2 but is not required.)
Follow the marking on the board for the positive (+)
1. Connect the power sources to the transfer and negative (--) connections. See Figure 7-8 and
switches as described below. Refer to the transfer Figure 7-9.
switch operation/installation manual or specification
sheet for cable sizes. See Figure 4-22 for Note: If the battery connections are reversed, red
connections. LED1 or LED2 will light. Incorrect battery
connections can damage the battery
a. Connect the utility power source to the normal module.
side of ATS1.
4. Set voltage selector switch SW11-1 on the battery
b. Connect the load to the load side of ATS1. module (EBSM or BOB) to 12 or 24VDC.
c. Connect the emergency side of ATS1 to the Note: See Section 7.2.2 for more information on
load side of ATS2. the EBSM (or BOB).
d. Connect generator set 1 to the normal side of 5. Assign the ATS1 programmable output connected
ATS2. in step 2b. to Three-Source System Disable.
e. Connect generator set 2 to the emergency side 6. Assign the following inputs and outputs for the
of ATS2. second transfer switch.
2. Three-source systems require the following input/ a. Assign ATS2 controller programmable input 1
output connections to control the engine start to Three-Source System Disable.
commands for generator sets 1 and 2. Observe the
polarity of all connections shown in Figure 4-24. b. Assign the ATS2 controller programmable
Use wire sizes from #14 AWG to #20 AWG for output connected in step 2c. to Source N Start
EBSM (a.k.a. BOB) and I/O module connections. Signal.
a. Connect the ATS2 engine start contacts to the

engine start circuit on generator set 2 (G2). 4.12.5 ATS1 and ATS2 System Setup
Note: See the Installation Section for the engine Set the following paramemeters on the transfer
start contact locations. Engine start switches:
contacts are labeled with a decal.
ATS1: Use the System Setup Menu to set the Source
b. Connect one ATS1 programmable output from type to Util-Gen.
the controller to one ATS2 main logic board
ATS2: Use the System Setup Menu to set the source
programmable input as shown in Figure 4-24.
type to Util-Gen-Gen. Set the 3 Src Engine Start Mode
This I/O connection will be set to Three-Source
to Mode 1 or Mode 2 as described in Section 4.12.1. In
System Disable.
the Set S1 Time Delay menu, verify that Fail to Acquire
c. Connect one ATS2 programmable output from Preferred is enabled.
the controller to the engine start connection on
The transfer switch settings are summarized in
generator set 1 (G1). The ATS1 programmable
Figure 4-23.
output will be set to Source N Start Signal.
3. Connect battery power. Use #14-28 AWG wire to

connect the generator set engine starting battery
Transfer 3 Src Engine Preferred Fail to Acquire

Switch Source Type Start Mode Source Toggle Inputs Outputs Preferred
Three Source
ATS1 Util-Gen Not Required Not Required Not Required —
System Disable
ATS2 Util-Gen-Gen Mode 1 or Mode 2 Enable or Disable Three Source Source N Start Enable
(See Section 4.12.1) See Section 4.12.2 System Disable Signal
Figure 4-23 Transfer Switch Settings for Three-Source Systems

ATS1
3 Source System Disable
12
6
Connect Output 1 terminals
TB1-5 and TB1-6 on ATS 1 to
Input 1 terminals TB1-1 and
TB1-2 on ATS2.
7
Assign ATS 1 main logic board
1
output 1 to 3 Source System ATS1 TB1
Disable. on logic board
Assign ATS2 main logic board

input 1 to 3 Source System ATS2
Disable.
12
G1 ES
6
Connect one normally closed
output from ATS2 to G1 engine
start (ES) connections. Assign to
Engine Start Source N.
7
1
ATS2 TB1
Connect the ATS2 engine start contacts (on on logic board
6883
the contactor or the field-connection terminal

block) to G2 engine start (ES) connections.
See Figure 4-22.
Figure 4-24 Input and Output Connections for Three-Source Systems

4.13 Communications 4.14 Set Passwords
Use the Set Communications menu to set the Two passwords control access to the Test and Setup
communication parameters for serial or Ethernet menus. Passwords are 4-digit numerical values ranging
connections. See Section 5, Communications, for from 0000 to 9999. The default passwords are set to
instructions. 0000. Change the passwords to prevent unauthorized
access to the Test initiation menus and system settings.
Note: A DIP switch on the controller’s main logic board

allows the setup password to be disabled. The
DIP switch does not disable the test password.
Old Password ????

Set Passwords Setup Password New Password ???? Incorrect Password
Old Password ????

Test Password New Password ???? Incorrect Password
Figure 4-25 Setting/Changing Passwords

4.15 Calibration The transfer switch voltage and current sensing (if
equipped) are calibrated at the factory. If voltage
DANGER recalibration is necessary, refer to the transfer switch
installation manual or service maual for instructions to
check the voltages, and then use the Calibration menu
to enter the measured values. See Figure 4-26.
The current sensing accessory is required in order for

Hazardous voltage.
the transfer switch to measure and display the current
Will cause severe injury or death.
values. See Section 7.4. Use a clamp-on current
Only authorized personnel should sensing meter to measure the current and enter the
open the enclosure. measured values through the Setup Menu--Calibration
shown below.
Testing live electrical circuits. Hazardous voltage or
current can cause severe injury or death. Have trained and For three-phase models, the voltage and current for all
qualified personnel take diagnostic measurements of live phases will appear and can be calibrated.
circuits. Use adequately rated test equipment with electrically
insulated probes and follow the instructions of the test
equipment manufacturer when performing voltage tests. 4.16 Reset Data
Observe the following precautions when performing voltage
tests: (1) Remove all jewelry. (2) Stand on a dry, approved The Reset Data menu allows the service technician to
electrically insulated mat. (3) Do not touch the enclosure or reset the maintenance records, event history, and other
components inside the enclosure. (4) Be prepared for the
items. See Section 1.12.
system to operate automatically.
(600 volts and under)
Calibrate Calibrate L1 - L0 VAC ###

Calibration L - N Voltages L1 - L0 Voltage Cal VAC ? ? ?
Source N(E)
B Y " Main B Y " Back B Y " Back Back Save
Calibrate Calibrate L1 - L2 VAC ###

L - L Voltages L1 - L2 Voltage Cal VAC ? ? ?
Source N(E)
Calibrate Calibrate LA Amps ####

Load Current LA Current Cal Amps ? ? ? ?
Figure 4-26 Calibration

Section 5 Communications
5.1 Introduction 5.2 Connections

The Decision-Makerr MPAC 1500 controller has three
types of communications connections: an RS-485 5.2.1 USB Port SiteTech Connection
serial port, an ethernet port, and a USB port. A personal computer and Kohler SiteTech software can
Kohler authorized distributors and dealers can use a be used for changing controller settings. Use a USB
personal (laptop) computer with Kohlerr SiteTecht cable to connect the controller to a personal computer.
software to view and adjust controller parameters, view See Figure 5-1 for the USB port location on the front of
event history, import and export parameter files, and the controller assembly. Remove the small port cover
update controller firmware. See TP-6701, SiteTech and use a USB cable with a mini-B connector to connect
Software Operation manual, for instructions. the controller’s USB port to the computer.
The controller uses Modbusr TCP/IP communication See TP-6701, SiteTech Software Operation Manual, for
protocol over the Ethernet port and Modbusr RTU instructions to use the software. Disconnect the USB
communication protocol over the serial port. The cable from the controller and replace the prot covered
Modbus registers are available in the Modbus Protocol when finished.
manual. See the List of Related Materials.
The controller can send encapsulated Modbus 2

mesages over the network connection. Only one
Modbus address can be assigned to the controller,
regardless of the communication port or protocol being
used.
Note: Modbusr applications require a Modbus

software driver written by a trained and qualified
systems programmer.
GM85888
2. USB connection (below port cover)
Figure 5-1 USB Connection (for SiteTech)
Modbusr is a registered trademark of Schneider Electric.
TP-6883 3/16 Section 5 Communications 85

5.2.2 Modbus Connection 5.2.3 Ethernet Connection
The controller is equipped wih a Modbus port with an The Ethernet communication accessory board is
RS-485 connector. See Figure 5-2 for the RS-485 standard equipment on the MPAC 1500 controller. The
Modbus connector location. communication board is installed onto the controller
board as shown in Figure 5-3.
Use serial connections to TB2 on the main logic board to
connect the transfer switch to a personal computer for
system monitoring, an optional remote annunciator, or a 1
Modbus network. See the transfer switch Installation
Manual for connection instructions.
The serial port is an isolated RS-485 port with

connection speeds of 9.6, 19.2, and 57.6 kbps.
Use Modbus RTU (remote terminal unit) protocol for

communication through the serial port. A map of the
Modbus codes for this controller is available. Contact
your local distributor/dealer.
Note: Modbusr applications require a Modbus 1

2
software driver written by a trained and qualified GM85884
systems programmer. 1. Ethernet communication board with RJ-45 connector
2. Access opening for Ethernet cable
1
Figure 5-3 Ethernet Board (controller cover
removed for illustration only)
The Ethernet communication accessory board allows

the transfer switch to be connected to a building’s
2 Ethernet network to communicate with personal
computers connected to the same subnet. See the
transfer switch Installation manual for connection
instructions.
Note: For an ethernet connection, obtain an IP address

and subnet mask number from the local system
administrator.
GM85884
1. RS-485 Modbus connections Use the Setup menus or a personal computer

2. Access opening for RS-485 cables connected to the controller’s USB port and Kohler
SiteTech software to set the communication
Figure 5-2 Modbus Connections (controller cover parameters. Assign a port number, IP address, and
removed for illustration only) subnet mask number from the controller’s front panel.
The Ethernet communication board may have a default
IP address assigned at the factory for test purposes.
Change the IP address to an address owned by the
user. See Section 4.13 for instructions to set the
communication parameters.
The controller can communicate with up to five (5)

simultaneous TCP/IP (ethernet) connections. These
five connections do not include the RS-485 serial port.
In the extreme case, five users may be communicating
with the controller via TCP/IP network connections and
another may be communicating through the serial port,
for a total of six (6) communication channels. As the
controller is asked to communicate with more and more
outside devices, the communication will slow down.
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5.3 Communications Setup Static Subnet Mask. Obtain subnet mask information
from the local network administrator. All devices that
Use the controller display and keypad or a personal communicate with each other on the same local network
computer with Kohlerr SiteTecht software connected must use the same subnet mask.
to the USB port to set the communication parameters for
serial or ethernet connections. The controller uses Static Default Gateway. Obtain gateway information
Modbusr communication protocol. from the local network administrator.
DHCP Server. Displayed for information only. Provide

5.3.1 Modbus Serial Communication this value to the network administrator if there are
Setup problems with DHCP.
Set the following communication parameters for serial Modbus TCP Unit ID. The unit ID is required for
communication. Also see Figure 5-6 for a summary of Modbus over TCP communication. The unit ID for TCP
these settings. communication is analogous to the Modbus address for
serial communication through the RS-485 ports. The
Note: Modbusr applications require a Modbus factory default setting is 2.
software driver written by a trained and qualified
systems programmer. Modbus TCP Server Enabled. Enable (set to True) to
enable TCP if the transfer switch is connected to a
Modbus Enabled. Set to True to allow Modbus network for TCP/IP communication (for example,
communication. ethernet communication).
Modbus Baud Rate. Required for serial connections. MAC address. The MAC hardware address is
The baud rate must match the baud rate of the factory-set. It can be seen in the View>Communications
connected PC. Setup menus but not viewed or changed in the setup
menus.
Modbus Slave Addr. Assign a unique address
between 001 and 247 to the serial port.
5.3.3 Setup Using the Controller
5.3.2 Network Communication Setup Keypad
Work with your local network administrator to set the Use the Set Communications menu to set the
communication parameters for serial or ethernet
following communication parameters for Ethernet
communication. connections. See Figure 5-4.
See Figure 5-6 for a summary of the following settings. The Modbus port on the controller circuit board is Port 0.
DHCP Enabled. Factory set to False. Setting this 5.3.4 Setup Using SiteTech
parameter to True enables dynamic host configuration
protocol (DHCP), which allows a DHCP server to Use a USB cable, male USB A to male USB mini-B, to
automatically assign a dynamic IP address, subnet connect the MPAC controller to a personal computer.
mask, and default gateway to the MPAC controller. Then use Kohler SiteTech software to set the
Work with your local network administrator to determine communication parameters for serial or Ethernet
whether DHCP is required. connections. See Figure 5-5 and TP--6701, SiteTech
Software Operation Manual.
Static IP Address. The transfer switch may have a
default IP address assigned at the factory. Change the SiteTech software is available only to Kohler authorized
IP address to a static IP address owned by the user. distributor and dealers.
Obtain an IP address, subnet mask, and default
gateway information from the local network Some parameter names in SiteTech are slightly different
administrator. than what is shown the controller display. Figure 5-6
shows both names.

Set Communications Communications Setup MODBUS Server TCP
MODBUS Server TCP Enabled/Disabled
Communications Setup MODBUS Server Port 0

MODBUS Server Port 0 Enabled/Disabled
Communications Setup MODBUS Addr Port 0

MODBUS Addr Port 0 ###
Communications Setup Baud Rate Port 0

Baud Rate Port 0 ##### Baud rate: 9600,
19200 or 57600
Communications Setup MODBUS TCP Unit ID

MODBUS TCP Unit ID 002
Communications Setup IP Address

IP Address ###.###.###.###
Communications Setup Subnet Mask

Subnet Mask ###.###.###.###
Communications Setup Default Gateway

Default Gateway ###.###.###.###
Communications Setup DHCP Status

DHCP Status Enabled/Disabled
Figure 5-4 Communications Setup from the Controller Display and Keypad

*
*
*
*
* Obtain from the local network administrator
Figure 5-5 Communications Setup using Kohlerr SiteTecht Software (typical screen shown)

Setting
as shown in SiteTech
and on the controller display Range Default Notes
SiteTech: Modbus Enabled True or False True Enable for network communication through the
Controller: Modbus Server Port 0 Enabled or Disabled Enabled ethernet port.
SiteTech: Modbus Baud Rate 9600, 19200, 57600 19200 Baud rate in bits per second for serial communication
Controller: Baud Rate between the controller and a personal computer’s
COM port.
SiteTech: Modbus Slave Address 001-247 0 Address for the RS-485 serial port (on the logic
Controller: Modbus Address board).
SiteTech: Modbus Parity Read only None Not adjustable.

Controller: (not shown on controller)
SiteTech: Modbus Stop Bits Read only 1 Not adjustable.

SiteTech: DHCP Enabled True or False False Dynamic host communication protocol. Enable if
Controller: DHCP Status Enabled or Disabled Disabled required; check with your local network administrator.
SiteTech: Static IP Address See notes. * Obtain from your local network administrator. Every
Controller: IP Address device on the network must have a unique IP
address.
SiteTech: Static Subnet Mask See notes. * Obtain from your local network administrator.
Controller: Subnet Mask All devices that communicate with each other on the
same local network must use the same subnet mask.
SiteTech: Static Default Gateway See notes. * Obtain from your local network administrator.
Controller: Default Gateway
SiteTech: DHCP Server Read only — Displayed in SiteTech for information only.
SiteTech: Modbus TCP Unit ID 001-247 002 The unit ID is required for Modbus over TCP
Controller: Modbus TCP Unit ID communication.
SiteTech: Modbus TCP Server Enabled True or False True Enable (set to True) to enable TCP/IP communication
Controller: Modbus Server TCP Enabled or Disabled Enabled (for example, Ethernet communication).
SiteTech: MAC Address Not Adjustable Factory- Hardware address, entered at the factory. Not
Controller: MAC Address (view menu only) set adjustable.
* Do not use the factory settings for IP address, subnet mask, or default gateway. Obtain these settings from your local network
administrator.
Figure 5-6 Communication Parameters

5.4 Parameter Files 5.5 Controller Firmware Updates
The parameter setting files can be exported to a Kohler may release updated versions of the controller
personal computer (PC) using Kohlerr SiteTecht firmware. A personal (laptop) computer connected to
software. Use a USB cable to connect the PC to the the USB port and Kohlerr SiteTecht software are
controller. The resulting file can be opened using a required for updating the firmware on the controller.
spreadsheet program on your computer. Modification of Have an authorized distributor/dealer load an updated
the settings in the file is not recommended. version of the controller firmware, if necessary. See
TP-6701 for instructions to update the firmware.
Parameter settings can be loaded onto the
MPAC controller from a saved file. This can be useful for
service or controller replacement. See the SiteTech
Operation Manual for instructions to export and import
files.

Notes

Section 6 Scheduled Maintenance
6.1 Introduction Disabling the generator set. Accidental starting can

cause severe injury or death. Before working on the
Regular preventive maintenance ensures safe and generator set or equipment connected to the set, disable the
generator set as follows: (1) Press the generator set off/reset
reliable operation and extends the life of the transfer
button to shut down the generator set. (2) Disconnect the
switch. Preventive maintenance includes periodic power to the battery charger, if equipped. (3) Remove the
testing, cleaning, inspection, and replacement of worn battery cables, negative (--) lead first. Reconnect the negative
or missing components. Section 6.4 contains a service (--) lead last when reconnecting the battery. Follow these
schedule for recommended maintenance tasks. precautions to prevent the starting of the generator set by the
remote start/stop switch.
A local authorized distributor/dealer can provide
complete preventive maintenance and service to keep DANGER
the transfer switch in top condition. Unless otherwise
specified, have maintenance or service performed by an
authorized distributor/dealer in accordance with all
applicable codes and standards. See the Service
Assistance section in this manual for how to locate a Hazardous voltage.
local distributor/dealer. Will cause severe injury or death.
Keep records of all maintenance or service. Disconnect all power sources before
opening the enclosure.
Replace all barriers and close and lock the enclosure
door after maintenance or service and before reapplying DANGER
power.
WARNING
Hazardous voltage.
Accidental starting. open the enclosure.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Disconnect the battery cables before WARNING
working on the generator set.
Remove the negative (--) lead first
when disconnecting the battery.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last
when reconnecting the battery.
Hazardous voltage. Moving parts.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Disabling the generator set. Accidental starting can
cause severe injury or death. Before working on the Operate the generator set only when
generator set or connected equipment, disable the generator all guards and electrical enclosures
set as follows: (1) Move the generator set master switch to the are in place.
OFF position. (2) Disconnect the power to the battery charger.
(3) Remove the battery cables, negative (--) lead first.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last when reconnecting the
battery. Follow these precautions to prevent starting of the
generator set by an automatic transfer switch, remote
start/stop switch, or engine start command from a remote
computer.
TP-6883 3/16 Section 6 Scheduled Maintenance 93

Grounding electrical equipment. Hazardous voltage can D Watch and listen for signs of excessive noise or
cause severe injury or death. Electrocution is possible vibration during operation.
whenever electricity is present. Ensure you comply with all
applicable codes and standards. Electrically ground the D After the switch transfers the load to the standby
generator set, transfer switch, and related equipment and source, end the test and verify that the expected
electrical circuits. Turn off the main circuit breakers of all
power sources before servicing the equipment. Never contact
sequence of operations occurs as the transfer switch
electrical leads or appliances when standing in water or on wet retransfers to the preferred source and signals the
ground because these conditions increase the risk of generator set to shut down after a cooldown period.
electrocution.
D On programmed-transition units, verify that the time
Servicing the transfer switch. Hazardous voltage can delay in the OFF position functions during transfer to
cause severe injury or death. Deenergize all power sources
the standby source and transfer back to the preferred
before servicing. Turn off the main circuit breakers of all
transfer switch power sources and disable all generator sets source.
as follows: (1) Move all generator set master controller
switches to the OFF position. (2) Disconnect power to all 6.3 Inspection and Service
battery chargers. (3) Disconnect all battery cables, negative
(--) leads first. Reconnect negative (--) leads last when
Contact an authorized distributor/dealer to inspect and
reconnecting the battery cables after servicing. Follow these
precautions to prevent the starting of generator sets by an
service the transfer switch annually and also when any
automatic transfer switch, remote start/stop switch, or engine wear, damage, deterioration, or malfunction of the
start command from a remote computer. Before servicing any transfer switch or its components is evident or
components inside the enclosure: (1) Remove all jewelry. (2) suspected.
Stand on a dry, approved electrically insulated mat. (3) Test
circuits with a voltmeter to verify that they are deenergized. 6.3.1 External Inspection
Short circuits. Hazardous voltage/current can cause Keep the transfer switch clean and in good condition by
severe injury or death. Short circuits can cause bodily injury
performing a weekly general external inspection of the
and/or equipment damage. Do not contact electrical
connections with tools or jewelry while making adjustments or transfer switch for any condition of vibration, leakage,
repairs. Remove all jewelry before servicing the equipment. excessive temperature, contamination, or deterioration.
Remove accumulations of dirt, dust, and other
NOTICE contaminants from the transfer switch’s external
Electrostatic discharge damage. Electrostatic discharge components or enclosure with a vacuum cleaner or by
(ESD) damages electronic circuit boards. Prevent wiping with a dry cloth or brush.
electrostatic discharge damage by wearing an approved
grounding wrist strap when handling electronic circuit boards Note: Do not use compressed air to clean the transfer
or integrated circuits. An approved grounding wrist strap switch because it can cause debris to lodge in the
provides a high resistance (about 1 megohm), not a direct components and damage the switch.
short, to ground.
Tighten loose external hardware. Replace any worn,
6.2 Testing missing, or broken external components with
manufacturer-recommended replacement parts.
6.2.1 Weekly Generator Set Exercise Contact a local authorized distributor/dealer for specific
part information and ordering.
Use the exerciser to start and run the generator set
under load once a week to maximize the reliability of the
emergency power system. See Section 4.4 for
instructions to program the exerciser.
6.2.2 Monthly Automatic Control

System Test
Test the transfer switch’s automatic control system
monthly. See Section 1.8 for the test procedure.
D Verify that the expected sequence of operations

occurs as the switch transfers the load to the
emergency source when a preferred source failure
occurs or is simulated.
D Observe the indicator LEDs included on the transfer

switch to check their operation.
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6.3.2 Internal Inspection 6.3.3 SPD Inspection
DANGER DANGER
Hazardous voltage. Hazardous voltage.

Will cause severe injury or death. Will cause severe injury or death.
Disconnect all power sources before Only authorized personnel should
opening the enclosure. open the enclosure.
Disconnect all power sources, open the transfer switch On transfer switches equipped with optional surge
enclosure door, and inspect internal components protective devices (SPDs), check the following items
monthly or when any condition noticed during an every two months:
external inspection may have affected internal
components. D SPD status indicators
Contact an authorized distributor/dealer to inspect and D Condition of SPD connecting leads

service the transfer switch if any of the following
conditions are found inside the transfer switch. 6.3.4 Other Inspections and Service
D Accumulations of dirt, dust, moisture, or other Have an authorized distributor/dealer perform
contaminants scheduled maintenance, service, and other
maintenance that ensures the safe and reliable
D Signs of corrosion operation of the transfer switch. See Section 6.4,
Service Schedule, for the recommended maintenance
D Worn, missing, or broken components items and service intervals.
D Loose hardware
6.3.5 Model KGS/KGP Bypass/Isolation
D Wire or cable insulation deterioration, cuts, or Switches
abrasion
For Model KGS/KGP bypass/isolation switches, have a
D Signs of overheating or loose connections: Kohler authorized distributor/dealer perform the
discoloration of metal, melted plastic, or a burning following additional maintenance checks every year.
odor Refer to the transfer switch Service Manual for
instructions when necessary.
D Other evidence of wear, damage, deterioration, or
malfunction of the transfer switch or its components. D Apply dielectric grease to movable finger assemblies,
if possible.
If the application does not allow a power interruption for
the time required for the internal inspection, have an D Take thermal readings of each socket after the socket
authorized distributor/dealer perform the internal has been energized for at least 3 hours. Any readings
inspection. on the socket surface that exceed 65_C (149_F)
indicate a need to replace the socket. Record the
amperage levels when taking the thermal readings.
D With the transfer switch removed, locate the bolt that

retains the pin for each power connector and ensure
that it is properly torqued.
D With the bypass de-energized, locate the bolt that

retains the socket for each power connector (where
accessible) and verify that it is properly torqued.
Have an authorized distributor/dealer repair or replace

damaged or worn internal components with
manufacturer-recommended replacement parts.
TP-6883 3/16 Section 6 Scheduled Maintenance 95

6.4 Service Schedule performed by an authorized distributor/dealer except for
activities designated by an X, which may be performed
Follow the service schedule below for the by the switch operator.
recommended service intervals. Have all service
Adjust,
See Visually Repair,
System Component or Procedure Section Inspect Check Replace Clean Test Frequency
Electrical System
Check for signs of overheating or loose connections:
6.3.1 X X Y
discoloration of metal, melted plastic, or a burning odor
Check the contactor’s external operating mechanism D (clean
6.3.1 X Y
for cleanliness; clean and relubricate if dirty * and lube)
Inspect wiring insulation for deterioration, cuts, or
abrasion. Repair or replace deteriorated or damaged 6.3.1 X D D Y
wiring
Tighten control and power wiring connections to
2 D D Y
specifications
Check the transfer switch’s main power switching
contacts’ condition; clean or replace the main contacts S/M D D D Y
or replace the contactor assembly as necessary
For Model KGS/KGP bypass/isolation switches,
6.3.5, S/M D D D Y
perform the additional checks in Section 6.3.5.
Control System
Exercise the generator set under load 6.2.1 X W
Test the transfer switch’s automatic control system 6.2.2
X X M
1.8
Test all indicators (LEDs) and all remote control
I/M X D D D Y
systems for operation
General Equipment Condition
Inspect the outside of the transfer switch for any signs
of excessive vibration, leakage, high temperature, 6.3.1 X X M
contamination, or deterioration *
Check that all external hardware is in place, tightened,
6.3.1 X X X M
and not badly worn
Inspect the inside of transfer switch for any signs of
excessive vibration, leakage, high temperature, 6.3.4 D D D Y
contamination, or deterioration *
Check that all internal hardware is in place, tightened,
6.3.4 X D D Y
and not badly worn
SPD Modules (if equipped)
Check status indicators 7.10 X D Every
Check condition of connecting leads 7.10 X D 2 months
* Service more frequently if the transfer switch is operated in dusty or dirty areas.
See Section: Read these sections carefully for additional information before attempting maintenance or service.
Visually Inspect: Examine these items visually.
Check: Requires physical contact with or movement of system components, or the use of nonvisual indications.
Adjust, Repair, Replace: Includes tightening hardware and lubricating the mechanism. May require replacement of components depending
upon the severity of the problem.
Clean: Remove accumulations of dirt and contaminants from external transfer switch’s components or enclosure with a vacuum cleaner or by
wiping with a dry cloth or brush. Do not use compressed air to clean the switch because it can cause debris to lodge in the components and cause
damage.
Test: May require tools, equipment, or training available only through an authorized distributor/dealer.
Symbols used in the chart:
X= The transfer switch operator can perform these tasks. W=Weekly
D=An authorized distributor/dealer must perform these tasks. M=Monthly
I/M = Transfer Switch Installation Manual Q=Quarterly
S/M = Service Manual. An authorized distributor/dealer must perform S=Semiannually (every six months)
these tasks. Y=Yearly (annually)
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Section 7 Accessories
7.1 Introduction 1
This section describes the hardware options that are
available with the Decision-Makerr MPAC 1500
controls. The following accessories are available:
D Accessory modules
D Controller disconnect switch 2
D Current monitoring
D Digital meter: V, A, kW, VA, VAR, PF, and Hz
D Load shed module (available on programmed-
2
transition models only)
D Line-to-neutral voltage monitoring
D Supervised transfer control switch
D Surge protection device (SPD) 2
D User interface cover
7.2 Accessory Modules 3
The following types of accessory modules (also referred

to as accessory boards) are available:
D Standard input/output module 4

D High power input/output module
5 GM46258
D Alarm module with Chicago alarm function
D External battery module
1. Cable connection (defined as the TOP regardless of
See the transfer switch Installation Manual for field orientation)
connection instructions. If the modules are not 2. I/O modules (if equipped)
3. Alarm module (if equipped)
factory-installed, refer to the installation instructions 4. External battery module (must be last, if equipped)
provided with the accessory kits. 5. Mounting plate
The mounting kit holds up to five optional modules. The Figure 7-2 Accessory Module Mounting
maximum total current draw is 300 mA. See Figure 7-1.
If an External Battery Module is installed, there is no
current restriction.
The accessory modules with mounting kit are shown in

Figure 7-2.
Module Current Draw Specifications, mA

Alarm Module 75
Standard I/O Module 75
High Power I/O Module 100
Figure 7-1 Option Board Types
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7.2.1 Input/Output (I/O) Modules
1 2
Two types of input/output modules are available. The
standard I/O Module has two inputs and six outputs.
The high-power I/O module has two inputs and three
3
outputs. See Figure 7-4 through Figure 7-6 for I/O
module illustrations and specifications.
3
GM42186
4
1. Input LEDs 1 and 2
2. Input connector
3. Output connector
4. Output LEDs 3--5 for outputs 1, 2, and 3
Figure 7-5 High-Power I/O Module

GM41093
4
1. Input LEDs 7 and 8 for inputs 1 and 2 Inputs
2. Input connector Available Inputs 2
3. Output connector
4. Output LEDs 1--6 Input Definition Contact Closure
Current 5 mA Max
Figure 7-3 Standard I/O Module
Connection Type Terminal Strip
Wire Size #14-24 AWG
Inputs
Max Distance 700 feet
Available Inputs 2
Input Definition Contact Closure Outputs
Current 5 mA Max Outputs Available 3
Connection Type Terminal Strip Contact Type Form C (SPDT)
Wire Size #14-24 AWG 12 A @ 24 VDC

12 A @ 250 VAC
Max Distance 700 feet Contact Voltage Rating
10 A @ 277 VAC
Outputs 2 A @ 480 VAC
Connection Type Terminal Strip
Outputs Available 6
Contact Type Form C (SPDT)
2 A @ 30 VDC Environmental Specifications
Contact Voltage Rating
500 mA @ 125 VAC Temperature --40C to 85C (--40F to 185F)
Connection Type Terminal Strip Humidity 35% to 85% noncondensing
Figure 7-6 High-Power Input/Output Module
Figure 7-4 Standard Input/Output Module
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Note: Each I/O module must have unique address. D Three-source systems. Three-source systems use
two transfer switches and two standby power sources
Use the address DIP switches on the I/O module to in addition to the preferred power source. The EBSM
assign a unique (different) address to each module as provides power to the second ATS controller when
shown in Figure 7-7. Assign addresses in order from 1 the preferred source (connected to ATS1) is
to 4. An LED for each DIP switch lights to indicate that supplying the load. See Section 4.12 for instructions
the switch is closed. to set up a three-source system.
The alarm module’s fixed address is 5. The battery The EBSM produces 2 amps at 12 VDC with 9--36 VDC
module’s fixed address is 6. input. The EBSM input is reverse-polarity protected.
The EBSM outputs a low battery voltage signal when the
Use the Set Inputs/Outputs menu to assign input and
external battery voltage falls below 11 VDC for a 12-volt
output functions. See Section 4.9 for instructions.
system or 22 VDC for a 24-volt system.
LEDs on the module circuit board light to indicate that
each input or output is active. 1
Both switches OFF
Address=1 shown
DIP Switch
1 2 Address
Off Off 1 4
On Off 2 2
Off On 3 GM42227-A
1. Connector P20
On On 4 2. LED indicators
3. Battery input connection terminal block TB13
Figure 7-7 Address DIP Switch Settings 4. 12/24 volt DIP switch SW11-1. OFF=12 VDC, ON = 24 VDC
Figure 7-8 External Battery Supply Module

7.2.2 External Battery Supply Module
(EBSM/BOB) DIP Switch SW11-1 Setting Battery Voltage
OFF 12 VDC
The external battery supply module (EBSM) kit allows
ON 24 VDC
connection to the generator set engine start battery(ies)
or other batteries to provide 12 VDC power to the ATS Figure 7-9 Battery Voltage Selection
controller. The EBSM may also be referred to as the
battery option board (BOB).
The EBSM kit is required for the following applications:
D Systems using extended engine start time

delays. The EBSM provides power to the ATS
controller during extended time delays longer than 15
seconds, when neither the Normal nor the
Emergency source is available.
D Installations with frequent utility power outages.

The EBSM provides power to the ATS controller when
neither source is available, preserving the controller’s
backup battery.

7.2.3 Alarm Module Alarm Board DIP Switches
See Figure 7-10 for the alarm module. There are four DIP switches on the alarm module board.
Some of the switches are not used. See Figure 7-11. To
The functions provided by this board are: enable the preferred source selection, set DIP switch 1
to ON. If the supervised transfer switch is installed on
D 90 dB Audible alarm (any alarm function can be the ATS, set DIP switch 2 to ON.
programmed to trigger the audible alarm)
DIP Switch Function
D Chicago alarm operation 1 Preferred source selection
2 Supervised transfer enable
D Preferred source selection
3 Not used
D Supervised transfer control (supervised transfer 4 Not used
control switch required)
Figure 7-11 Alarm Board DIP Switches
D Connection for external alarm
Preferred Source Selection
The alarm board has a fixed address = 5.
The alarm module is required for preferred source
selection. To enable the preferred source selection, set
1
DIP switch 1 to ON. Then see Section 4.8.3 for
instructions to select Source N or Source E as the
preferred source.
2 External Alarm
A customer-supplied external alarm horn can be
connected to the alarm module at terminal block TB14.
Connect to the normally open or normally closed contact
as recommended by the alarm manufacturer’s
instructions. See Figure 7-12.
Item Specification
Wire Size #12-22 AWG Cu
GM40764 500 mA @ 120 VAC

4 3 Contact Voltage Rating
250 mA @ 240 VAC
1. Supervised Transfer Switch Connection, P22 Figure 7-12 External Alarm Connection
2. External Alarm Connection, TB 14 Specifications
3. Alarm Indicator, LED1
4. DIP Switches
Audible Alarm Setup
Figure 7-10 Alarm Module
The alarm board is equipped with a 90 dB audible alarm.
The audible alarm can be set to sound under selected
fault conditions. Use the Common Alarms Setup menu
to assign functions to the audible alarm. See Section
4.10 for instructions to set Audible Alarm: Y for each
function that should trigger the alarm.
Alarm Operation, Normal Mode

In Normal Mode, the horn sounds anytime a fault event
happens in the system. The horn continues to sound
unless the alarm silence button is pressed. When the
fault is cleared, the alarm silence is ended and reset for
the next alarm.

Alarm Operation, Chicago Alarm Mode Instructions to Silence the Alarm in Normal and
Chicago Alarm Modes
Chicago Alarm mode requires the horn to sound and a
lamp or LED to light when the switch is in the emergency When the alarm is activated, the word Alarm appears on
(non-preferred) position. The horn continues to sound the main display menu above the first button. See
unless the alarm silence button is pressed. When the Figure 7-13. Press the Alarm button to open the Reset
fault is cleared, the alarm silence is ended and reset for menu. Then press the button labeled Reset to silence
the next alarm. the alarm.
For Chicago Alarm Mode, use the Common Alarm System Ready
Setup menu to assign the necessary faults and LD Exer 12/14 @ 16:00
conditions to the audible alarm. See Section 4.10. Be Norm 480V Emer 480V
sure to assign the Contactor in Standby condition to Alarm View Set Test
trigger the audible alarm.
Reset
A remote alarm or indicator light can also be connected To Silence Alarm
to the alarm board to indicate the alarm condition as
described previously. See External Alarm. B Y Reset Main
Alarm Silence Mode Reset

Status or Fault Description
In Alarm Silence Mode, the horn is disabled. Alarm Alarm Silenced
Silenced appears on the display and the system alert B Y Reset Main
LED lights.
The Alarm Silenced condition can be assigned to a Figure 7-13 Alarm Silence
programmable output. See Section 4.9 for instructions
to assign outputs.

7.3 Controller Disconnect Switch Disconnecting power to the controls will cause the ATS
to send an engine start signal to the generator set.
WARNING Prevent the generator set from starting by pressing the
OFF button on the generator set controller and
disconnecting the battery charger and battery. Refer to
the generator set operation manual for specific
instructions.
Accidental starting. The switch has two positions, auto (I) and disconnect
Can cause severe injury or death. (0). Move the controller disconnect switch to the 0
position to disconnect power to the ATS controller. After
Disconnect the battery cables before
maintenance or service, move the switch to the I position
working on the generator set.
Remove the negative (--) lead first to reconnect power. Follow the instructions in the
when disconnecting the battery. generator set documentation to reenable the generator
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last set.
when reconnecting the battery.
The controller disconnect switch is not available for
service entrance models, which are equipped with a
Disabling the generator set. Accidental starting can control circuit isolation switch as standard equipment.
cause severe injury or death. Before working on the
generator set or equipment connected to the set, disable the
generator set as follows: (1) Press the generator set off/reset
button to shut down the generator set. (2) Disconnect the
power to the battery charger, if equipped. (3) Remove the
battery cables, negative (--) lead first. Reconnect the negative
(--) lead last when reconnecting the battery. Follow these
precautions to prevent the starting of the generator set by the
remote start/stop switch.
DANGER
Hazardous voltage.
open the enclosure.
The controller disconnect switch allows disconnection #
of the power to the controller during maintenance and

service. See Figure 7-14.
I = Connect
Note: Disable the generator set before using the
0 = Disconnect
controller disconnect switch to disconnect power
to the ATS controls.
Figure 7-14 Controller Disconnect Switch

7.4 Current Sensing Current transformer kits are designed for your transfer
switch based on the current rating, number of phases,
The current sensing kit is shown in Figure 7-15. See and transfer switch model.
Figure 7-16 for the current sensing kit connections.
Use a clamp-on current sensing meter to calibrate the
The current sensing kit uses current transformers to current. Store the measured current values using the
measure the load bus current on all phases. Load Calibration menu. See Section 4.15.
current can then be displayed on the controller menu.
See Section 1.6, Normal Operation Menus.
GM89028
1. Current transformers on load bus 2. Terminal block TB1 (see wiring diagram GM47803)
Figure 7-15 Current Sensing Kit

Figure 7-16 Current Sensing Wiring Diagram

7.5 Digital Meter 7.6 Heater
The digital power meter displays voltage, current, An anti-condensation heater kit is available. The strip
frequency, and power on both sources. See heater is controlled by a hygrostat to raise the
Figure 7-17. The meter also provides programmable temperature inside the enclosure above the dew point to
visual alarms for high and low voltage and high current prevent condensation. Figure 7-19 shows a typical
conditions. Programming menus are password- location of the heater kit components inside the
protected. enclosure.
The meter kit includes a 3-position selector switch. Use The installer must connect 120 VAC power to the
the switch to select the source to be monitored by the terminal block near the hygrostat. See Figure 7-20 and
meter, Normal or Emergency. See Figure 7-18. Figure 7-21. The heater and hygrostat are connected to
power through a 15-amp circuit breaker.
Digital meters are available factory-installed only. See
instruction sheet TT--1506, provided with the meter, for The relative humidity setting on the hygrostat is
operation instructions. adjustable from 35% to 95%. A setting of 65% is
recommended.
Because of space limitations in the smaller enclosures,

the following models can include either an enclosure
heater or a surge protection device (SPD), but not both:
Model KCS 30--200 Amps
GM38864
Figure 7-17 Digital Meter

2
OFF
NORM EMER
Right Side View

GM69824
GM39076
1. Hygrostat assembly, see Figure 7-20
Figure 7-18 Three-Position Selector Switch 2. Strip heater with guard
Figure 7-19 Heater Location, Typical

7.7 Line-to-Neutral Voltage
1
Monitoring
Line-to-neutral voltage monitoring allows the display of
the AN, BN, and CN RMS voltages in the normal
operation menus. See Section 1.6. It is standard on
4-pole models and optional on 2-pole and 3-pole
models.
2 The line-to-neutral monitoring kit is available

factory-installed or as a loose kit. Refer to the
instructions provided with the kit for field installation.
7.8 Load Shed

3
(Forced Transfer to OFF)
GM71056 The load shed (forced transfer to OFF) accessory must
be factory-installed. The load shed accessory is
1. 120 VAC power connection terminal block
2. Circuit breaker available only on programmed-transition transfer
3. Relative humidity adjustment control switches. See Figure 7-22 for an illustration of the load
shed acessory.
Figure 7-20 Hygrostat Assembly, Typical
Note: The load shed accessory is not required for load
shed (forced transfer to OFF) functionality on
model KEP Service Disconnect to OFF models.
HYGROSTAT
7.8.1 Description
The load shed (forced transfer to off) accessory allows
the removal of non-critical loads from the Source E
generator set. The accessory requires an external
CIRCUIT
signal (contact closure) to initiate transfer to the OFF
BREAKER
position.
When the forced transfer to off input is activated (contact

closed), the contactor moves from Source E to the OFF
TERMINAL
position immediately, ignoring all time delays. If the
BLOCK HEATER normal source is available when the input is activated,
the ATS transfers to the OFF position and then to
120 VAC ONLY Source N. If Source N is not available, the ATS remains
CUSTOMER SUPPLIED
in the OFF position until the input is deactivated.
Activating the forced transfer to off input while the

contactor is in the Source N position does not cause a
transfer to the OFF position. However, if source N is lost
GM71278 while the input is activated, the contactor will move to the
OFF position. The contactor will not transfer to Source
Figure 7-21 Heater Connections E, even if Source E is available. When Source N returns,
the contactor will transfer back to Source N.
When the input is deactivated, the ATS transfers back to

Source N, if available, executing all programmed time
delays. If Source N is not available, the ATS transfers to
Source E.

The load shed (forced transfer to off) function only sheds
loads connected to Source E. The preferred source
selector switch position (if equipped) does not affect this
function.
7.8.2 Customer Connection

The load shed function requires an external signal
(contact closure) to initiate transfer to the OFF position.
Connect the external contact to input #1 (if available) or
input #2 on connector TB1 on the controller. See
Figure 7-23. Use #12--24 AWG wire and tighten to
0.5 Nm (4.4 in. lb.).
Use the Set Inputs/Outputs menu or Kohlerr SiteTecht

software to assign the connected input (Main Board
Input #1 or #2, or Digital Input A1 or A2 in SiteTech) to the
forced transfer to off function. If the external contact is
connected to a different input connection on an optional
I/O module, assign the forced transfer to off function to
that input. GM23469
Figure 7-22 Load Shed Accessory (for

identification)
TB1
12
6
MLB Input 2
(alternate
MLB connection)
Input 1
7
1
#12--24 AWG wire

0.5 Nm (4.4 in. lb.)
GM89713
MPAC Controller Circuit Board
1. Input/output terminal strip TB1
Figure 7-23 Forced Transfer to Off Input Connection (for factory-installed load shed kits)

7.9 Supervised Transfer Control Manual Transfer Procedure
Switch 1. An event occurs such as the loss of the connected
source or the start of a loaded exercise, or an
The supervised transfer control switch (AUTO/ operator starts a loaded test.
MANUAL/TRANSFER switch) is a three-position, key-
operated switch that allows manual control of load 2. The ATS executes times delays and signals the
transfers. The alarm module is required for installation generator set engine to start.
and operation of the supervised transfer control switch.
The switch connects to P22 on the alarm module. See Note: Press the END TIME DELAY button to
Figure 7-10. shorten the time delays, if desired.
The switch has maintained AUTO and MANUAL 3. MANUAL TRANSFER is displayed on the
positions and a momentary TRANSFER position. The controller and the Not-in-Auto LED flashes.
key can be removed in either the AUTO or MANUAL
position. The key cannot be removed when the switch is 4. Turn the keyswitch to the TRANSFER position and
in the TRANSFER position. Figure 7-24 shows the release.
switch.
5. The load is transferred to the standby source, if
available.
6. When the preferred source returns or the exercise

or test ends, manual transfer is required to transfer
back to the preferred source. Turn the keyswitch to
TRANSFER and release. Load control time delays
will operate if both sources are available.
Note: Automatic and non-automatic transfer switches

operate differently when the supervised transfer
control switch is in the MANUAL position. The
operation is described in the following sections
and shown in Figure 7-25.
7.9.2 Automatic Transfer Switches

GM21286
AUTO position
Figure 7-24 Supervised Transfer Control Switch
On an automatic transfer switch, when the Supervised
7.9.1 Manual Transfer Transfer Control switch is in the AUTO position, the
controller responds normally to transfer requests, and
Moving the switch to the TRANSFER position will not will automatically transfer to a source if that source is
cause the ATS to transfer unless an event such as a loss available.
of utility, a loaded test, or a loaded exercise has initiated
a transfer sequence. The transfer sequence executes MANUAL Position
all programmed time delays and signals the generator
set engine to start. Wait for the time delays to expire, or On an automatic transfer switch with the Supervised
press the End Time Delay button. Transfer Control Switch in the MANUAL Position, the
contactor will automatically transfer to the available
MANUAL TRANSFER is displayed on the controller source if the connected source is not available. In this
display and the Not-in-Auto LED flashes when the ATS case, no user action is required to initiate the transfer.
is ready to transfer. Turn the switch to TRANSFER and
release it to allow a transfer. It is not necessary to hold Operation with Test and Peak Shave
the switch in the TRANSFER position.
On an automatic transfer switch, a test, peak shave, or
The MANUAL mode allows the system to run on the loaded exercise command will be recognized and a
standby source indefinitely, even if the preferred source transfer sequence to the standby source will operate
is available. normally when the Supervised Transfer Control Switch

is in the MANUAL position. However, ending the test or position, the controller responds normally to transfer
removing the peak shave signal will not cause a transfer requests, and will automatically transfer to a source if
back to the preferred source. Move the supervised that source is available.
transfer control switch to the TRANSFER position to
initiate transfer back to the preferred source. MANUAL Position
When the supervised transfer control switch is in the
7.9.3 Non-Automatic Transfer Switches MANUAL position, a non-automatic transfer switch
Non-automatic transfer switches are factory-equipped does not transfer automatically, even if the connected
with the supervised transfer control switch. source is lost. To initiate a transfer sequence after the
source has been lost, move the switch to TRANSFER
Note: Transfer switches are built and UL-labeled as and then release the switch as described in Section
automatic or non-automatic by the factory and 7.9.1.
cannot be converted in the field. The supervised
transfer control switch must not be removed from Operation with Test and Peak Shave
non-automatic switches in the field.
On a non-automatic transfer switch, the test, peak
shave and loaded exercise signals are ignored when the
AUTO position
Supervised Transfer Control Switch is in the MANUAL
On a non-automatic transfer switch, when the position.
Supervised Transfer Control switch is in the AUTO
Switch Position Automatic Switches Non-Automatic Switches

AUTO D Automatically transfers to the standby source, when available, if the preferred source is lost.
D Transfers back to the preferred source when it becomes available.
MANUAL D Automatically transfers to an available source if D Does not automatically transfer to an available
the connected source is lost. source when the connected source is lost.
D Test, peak shave, and loaded exercise D Test, peak shave, and loaded exercise commands
commands will transfer to the standby source. are ignored.
D Does not automatically transfer back to D Does not automatically transfer back to preferred
preferred when both sources are available. when both sources are available.
D Transfers only when the switch is manually
moved to the TRANSFER position as described
below.
TRANSFER D Does not initiate an engine start sequence. Generator set engine must be signalled to start by an
(momentary event such as a loss of utility, loaded test, loaded exercise, etc.
switch position)
D Allows transfer to the other source, if available. An event such as a loss of utility, loaded exercise, or
loaded test must first initiate the transfer sequence.
D Time delays will operate. Wait for time delays to expire, or press the End Time Delay button.
D Operates pre- and post-transfer load control time delays if both sources are available.
D MANUAL TRANSFER is displayed when the ATS is ready to transfer.
Figure 7-25 Supervised Transfer Control Switch Operation for Automatic and Non-Automatic Transfer Switches

7.10 Surge Protection (SPD)
A surge protection device (SPD) is available for the
transfer switch. Installed on the Normal source side, the
SPD protects the system from voltage surges,
preventing damage to household loads. The SPD
resets automatically. See Figure 7-26 for the typical
SPD assembly location inside the ATS enclosure. See
Figure 7-27 for SPD specifications and Figure 7-28 for
SPD connections.
Because of space limitations in the smaller enclosures,

the following models can include either an enclosure
heater or a surge protection device(SPD), but not both:
Model KCS 30--200 Amps 1
GM49947
1. SPD assembly is typically located on the side of the

enclosure. Location varies for different models.
Figure 7-26 SPD Location, Typical
SPD Specifications
Maximum
Max. Limiting Voltage, (L-N/N-G/L-G) Continuous
Nominal Discharge UL VPR 3rd Ed (kV) Short Circuit Operating
Voltage Current (L-N/N-G/L-G) Withstand Voltage
(V ±15%) (kA) Phase Poles (kV) at 3kAmps at 10kAmp Current (kA) (VAC)
120 / 240 40 Split 3 0.6 / 1.2 / 0.7 0.6 / 0.4 / 0.6 0.8 / 0.7 / 0.8 200 175 / 350
120 / 208 40 Wye 4 0.6 / 1.2 / 0.7 0.6 / 0.4 / 0.6 0.8 / 0.7 / 0.8 200 175 / 350
277 / 480 40 Wye 4 1.0 / 1.2 / 1.1 1.0 / 0.4 / 1.0 1.2 / 0.7 / 1.2 200 320 / 460
120 / 240 40 HLD 4 1.0 / 1.2 / 1.1 1.0 / 0.4 / 1.0 1.2 / 0.7 / 1.2 200 320 / 460
347 / 600 40 Wye 4 1.3 / 1.2 / 1.4 1.3 / 0.4 / 1.3 1.5 / 0.7 / 1.5 200 440 / 880
Figure 7-27 SPD Specifications

Figure 7-28 SPD Wiring Diagram, GM89992
7.10.1 SPD Status Indicators Connect customer-provided indicators or alarms to the
normally open (NO) or normally closed (NC) auxiliary
A status indicator on each Surge Protection Device contact terminals on terminal block TB1. See
(SPD) module indicates the SPD condition. See Figure 7-30 for the contact rating and Figure 7-29 for the
Figure 7-29. A green indicator shows that the SPD is terminal block location. See the decal on the SPD
providing protection. When the status indicator is red, assembly or the transfer switch wiring diagram for
the SPD no longer provides protection. Replace the connections.
SPD cartridge. See Section 7.10.3 for replacement
instructions.
SPD Remote Status Indication Specification
Contact rating 1 A @ 250 VAC
Wire Size 16 AWG
1 Figure 7-30 Remote Status Indicator Contact

Specifications
5
7.10.3 SPD Replacement
4 2 Replace the module when the SPD indicator turns red.
Follow the replacement procedure in this section.
DANGER
Hazardous voltage.
This equipment must be installed and
serviced by qualified electrical
personnel.
GM89934 Servicing the transfer switch. Hazardous voltage can

1. Decal, remote status indicator wiring cause severe injury or death. Deenergize all power sources
2. Fuse blocks before servicing. Turn off the main circuit breakers of all
3. Surge suppressors transfer switch power sources and disable all generator sets
4. SPD status indicator location as follows: (1) Move all generator set master controller
5. Remote status indicator connections switches to the OFF position. (2) Disconnect power to all
battery chargers. (3) Disconnect all battery cables, negative
Figure 7-29 SPD Assembly, Typical (--) leads first. Reconnect negative (--) leads last when
reconnecting the battery cables after servicing. Follow these
precautions to prevent the starting of generator sets by an
7.10.2 SPD Remote Status Indicator automatic transfer switch, remote start/stop switch, or engine
start command from a remote computer. Before servicing any
A customer-supplied indicator for the SPD can be components inside the enclosure: (1) Remove all jewelry. (2)
connected to provide remote indication when the SPD Stand on a dry, approved electrically insulated mat. (3) Test
needs to be replaced. The contact changes state when circuits with a voltmeter to verify that they are deenergized.
the SPD module needs replacement.

SPD Replacement Procedure 6. Replace the SPD cartridge with the appropriate
service part.
Note: The cartridges are keyed for the phases or the
neutral. Be sure to obtain the correct service part 7. Close the fuse holder.
for each cartridge. See the transfer switch parts
catalog for service part numbers. 8. Replace the enclosure’s inner panel, if equipped.
1. Disable the generator set to prevent starting as 9. Reconnect power to the transfer switch by closing
follows: the normal and emergency source circuit breakers.
a. Move the generator set master switch to the 10. Check the SPD status indicators.
OFF position.
11. Reconnect the generator set engine starting
b. Disconnect power to the battery charger. battery, negative (--) lead last.
c. Disconnect the generator set engine starting 12. Reconnect power to the battery charger.
battery, negative (--) lead first.
13. Close and lock the ATS enclosure door.
2. Disconnect power to the transfer switch.
14. Move the generator set master switch to the AUTO
a. Service entrance models: Open the ATS position.
enclosure’s hinged door and move the Normal
and Emergency service disconnect circuit
breakers to the OFF position. 7.11 User Interface Cover
Note: Utility power is still present at the inlet side of The gasket-sealed, hinged user interface cover
the normal source circuit breaker. prevents unauthorized access to the transfer switch
controls and protects the user interface from harsh
b. All other models: Open the normal and environmental conditions. Use a customer-supplied
emergency source circuit breakers upstream of padlock to lock the cover.
the transfer switch.
The cover is available as an optional accessory for
3. Remove the enclosure’s inner panel , if equipped. NEMA 1 enclosures. NEMA 3R enclosures include the
cover as standard equipment.
4. Open the fuse holder.
5. Remove the cartridge by pulling straight out.

Notes

Appendix A Abbreviations
The following list contains abbreviations that may appear in this publication.
A, amp ampere cfm cubic feet per minute exh. exhaust
ABDC after bottom dead center CG center of gravity ext. external
AC alternating current CID cubic inch displacement F Fahrenheit, female
A/D analog to digital CL centerline FHM flat head machine (screw)
ADC advanced digital control; cm centimeter fl. oz. fluid ounce
analog to digital converter CMOS complementary metal oxide flex. flexible
adj. adjust, adjustment substrate (semiconductor) freq. frequency
ADV advertising dimensional com communications (port) FS full scale
drawing coml commercial ft. foot, feet
Ah amp-hour Coml/Rec Commercial/Recreational ft. lb. foot pounds (torque)
AHWT anticipatory high water conn. connection ft./min. feet per minute
temperature cont. continued ftp file transfer protocol
AISI American Iron and Steel CPVC chlorinated polyvinyl chloride g gram
Institute crit. critical ga. gauge (meters, wire size)
ALOP anticipatory low oil pressure CSA Canadian Standards gal. gallon
alt. alternator Association gen. generator
Al aluminum CT current transformer genset generator set
ANSI American National Standards Cu copper
Institute (formerly American GFI ground fault interrupter
cUL Canadian Underwriter’s
Standards Association, ASA) Laboratories GND, ground
AO anticipatory only CUL Canadian Underwriter’s gov. governor
APDC Air Pollution Control District Laboratories gph gallons per hour
API American Petroleum Institute cu. in. cubic inch gpm gallons per minute
approx. approximate, approximately cw. clockwise gr. grade, gross
APU Auxiliary Power Unit CWC city water-cooled GRD equipment ground
AQMD Air Quality Management District cyl. cylinder gr. wt. gross weight
AR as required, as requested D/A digital to analog HxWxD height by width by depth
AS as supplied, as stated, as DAC digital to analog converter HC hex cap
suggested dB decibel HCHT high cylinder head temperature
ASE American Society of Engineers dB(A) decibel (A weighted) HD heavy duty
ASME American Society of DC direct current HET high exhaust temp., high
Mechanical Engineers engine temp.
DCR direct current resistance
assy. assembly hex hexagon
deg.,  degree
ASTM American Society for Testing Hg mercury (element)
Materials dept. department
dia. diameter HH hex head
ATDC after top dead center HHC hex head cap
ATS automatic transfer switch DI/EO dual inlet/end outlet
DIN Deutsches Institut fur Normung HP horsepower
auto. automatic hr. hour
e. V. (also Deutsche Industrie
aux. auxiliary Normenausschuss) HS heat shrink
avg. average DIP dual inline package hsg. housing
AVR automatic voltage regulator DPDT double-pole, double-throw HVAC heating, ventilation, and air
AWG American Wire Gauge DPST double-pole, single-throw conditioning
AWM appliance wiring material DS disconnect switch HWT high water temperature
bat. battery DVR digital voltage regulator Hz hertz (cycles per second)
BBDC before bottom dead center E2PROM, EEPROM IBC International Building Code
BC battery charger, battery electrically-erasable IC integrated circuit
charging programmable read-only ID inside diameter, identification
BCA battery charging alternator memory IEC International Electrotechnical
BCI Battery Council International E, emer. emergency (power source) Commission
BDC before dead center ECM electronic control module, IEEE Institute of Electrical and
BHP brake horsepower engine control module Electronics Engineers
blk. black (paint color), block EDI electronic data interchange IMS improved motor starting
(engine) EFR emergency frequency relay in. inch
blk. htr. block heater e.g. for example (exempli gratia) in. H2O inches of water
BMEP brake mean effective pressure EG electronic governor in. Hg inches of mercury
bps bits per second EGSA Electrical Generating Systems in. lb. inch pounds
br. brass Association Inc. incorporated
BTDC before top dead center EIA Electronic Industries ind. industrial
Btu British thermal unit Association int. internal
Btu/min. British thermal units per minute EI/EO end inlet/end outlet int./ext. internal/external
C Celsius, centigrade EMI electromagnetic interference I/O input/output
cal. calorie emiss. emission IP internet protocol
CAN controller area network eng. engine ISO International Organization for
CARB California Air Resources Board EPA Environmental Protection Standardization
CAT5 Category 5 (network cable) Agency J joule
CB circuit breaker EPS emergency power system JIS Japanese Industry Standard
CC crank cycle ER emergency relay k kilo (1000)
cc cubic centimeter ES engineering special, K kelvin
CCA cold cranking amps engineered special kA kiloampere
ccw. counterclockwise ESD electrostatic discharge KB kilobyte (210 bytes)
CEC Canadian Electrical Code est. estimated KBus Kohler communication protocol
cert. certificate, certification, certified E-Stop emergency stop kg kilogram
cfh cubic feet per hour etc. et cetera (and so forth)
TP-6883 3/16 Appendix 115

kg/cm2 kilograms per square NBS National Bureau of Standards RTU remote terminal unit
centimeter NC normally closed RTV room temperature vulcanization
kgm kilogram-meter NEC National Electrical Code RW read/write
kg/m3 kilograms per cubic meter NEMA National Electrical SAE Society of Automotive
kHz kilohertz Manufacturers Association Engineers
kJ kilojoule NFPA National Fire Protection scfm standard cubic feet per minute
km kilometer Association SCR silicon controlled rectifier
kOhm, k kilo-ohm Nm newton meter s, sec. second
kPa kilopascal NO normally open SI Systeme international d’unites,
kph kilometers per hour no., nos. number, numbers International System of Units
kV kilovolt NPS National Pipe, Straight SI/EO side in/end out
kVA kilovolt ampere NPSC National Pipe, Straight-coupling sil. silencer
kVAR kilovolt ampere reactive NPT National Standard taper pipe SMTP simple mail transfer protocol
kW kilowatt thread per general use SN serial number
kWh kilowatt-hour NPTF National Pipe, Taper-Fine SNMP simple network management
kWm kilowatt mechanical NR not required, normal relay protocol
kWth kilowatt-thermal ns nanosecond SPDT single-pole, double-throw
L liter OC overcrank SPST single-pole, single-throw
LAN local area network OD outside diameter spec specification
L x W x H length by width by height OEM original equipment specs specification(s)
lb. pound, pounds manufacturer sq. square
lbm/ft3 pounds mass per cubic feet OF overfrequency sq. cm square centimeter
LCB line circuit breaker opt. option, optional sq. in. square inch
LCD liquid crystal display OS oversize, overspeed SMS short message service
LED light emitting diode OSHA Occupational Safety and Health SS stainless steel
Administration std. standard
Lph liters per hour
OV overvoltage stl. steel
Lpm liters per minute
oz. ounce tach. tachometer
LOP low oil pressure
p., pp. page, pages TB terminal block
LP liquefied petroleum
PC personal computer TCP transmission control protocol
LPG liquefied petroleum gas
PCB printed circuit board TD time delay
LS left side
pF picofarad TDC top dead center
Lwa sound power level, A weighted
PF power factor TDEC time delay engine cooldown
LWL low water level
ph.,  phase TDEN time delay emergency to
LWT low water temperature
PHC Phillipsr head Crimptiter normal
m meter, milli (1/1000) (screw)
M mega (106 when used with SI TDES time delay engine start
PHH Phillipsr hex head (screw) TDNE time delay normal to
units), male
PHM pan head machine (screw) emergency
m3 cubic meter
PLC programmable logic control TDOE time delay off to emergency
m3/hr. cubic meters per hour
PMG permanent magnet generator TDON time delay off to normal
m3/min. cubic meters per minute
pot potentiometer, potential temp. temperature
mA milliampere
ppm parts per million term. terminal
man. manual
PROM programmable read-only THD total harmonic distortion
max. maximum memory
MB megabyte (220 bytes) TIF telephone influence factor
psi pounds per square inch tol. tolerance
MCCB molded-case circuit breaker psig pounds per square inch gauge
MCM one thousand circular mils turbo. turbocharger
pt. pint typ. typical (same in multiple
meggar megohmmeter PTC positive temperature coefficient locations)
MHz megahertz PTO power takeoff UF underfrequency
mi. mile PVC polyvinyl chloride UHF ultrahigh frequency
mil one one-thousandth of an inch qt. quart, quarts UIF user interface
min. minimum, minute qty. quantity UL Underwriter’s Laboratories, Inc.
misc. miscellaneous R replacement (emergency) UNC unified coarse thread (was NC)
MJ megajoule power source UNF unified fine thread (was NF)
mJ millijoule rad. radiator, radius univ. universal
mm millimeter RAM random access memory URL uniform resource locator
mOhm, mmilliohm RDO relay driver output (web address)
MOhm, Mmegohm ref. reference US undersize, underspeed
MOV metal oxide varistor rem. remote UV ultraviolet, undervoltage
MPa megapascal Res/Coml Residential/Commercial V volt
mpg miles per gallon RFI radio frequency interference VAC volts alternating current
mph miles per hour RH round head VAR voltampere reactive
MS military standard RHM round head machine (screw) VDC volts direct current
ms millisecond rly. relay VFD vacuum fluorescent display
m/sec. meters per second rms root mean square VGA video graphics adapter
mtg. mounting rnd. round VHF very high frequency
MTU Motoren-und Turbinen-Union RO read only W watt
MW megawatt ROM read only memory WCR withstand and closing rating
mW milliwatt rot. rotate, rotating w/ with
F microfarad rpm revolutions per minute WO write only
N, norm. normal (power source) RS right side w/o without
NA not available, not applicable RTDs Resistance Temperature wt. weight
nat. gas natural gas Detectors xfmr transformer
116 Appendix TP-6883 3/16

Appendix B Screen Summaries
For reference, this section lists the items displayed during normal operation, and the information and settings shown in
the View screens and Setup menus.
Operation Screens View Screens

Main Screen Main Screen
D System Status D System Status
D Next Exercise Time and Date D Next Exercise Time and Date
D Normal and Emergency Voltage D Normal and Emergency Voltage
D Frequency View Event History
D Lamp Test D Event Description
D Current, Amps D Date and Time of event
D Time/Date View Maintenance Records
D Daylight Saving Time Info D Total Min Not Preferred
D Preferred Source D Reset Min Not Preferred
D Source-Source Type D Total Min in Standby
D Commit/No Commit to Transfer D Reset Min in Standby
D Standard/Programmed Transition D Total Min Operation
D Phase Rotation (3-phase only) D Reset Min Operation
D In-Phase Monitoring Enabled/Disabled D Total Transfers
Test Sequence Screens D Reset Transfers
D Enter Password D Total Fail Transfer
D Type of Test D Reset Fail Transfer
d Loaded/Unloaded/Auto Load/Sync Check D Total Loss Pref Tran
d Auto Load Test Run Time D Reset Lodd Pref Tran
D Test Sequence Status Screens D Transfer Time N>E
d Active Time Delay with Time Remaining D Transfer Time E>N
d Source Voltages D System Start Date
d End Delay Button D Last Maint Date
d End Test Button D Last Loss Duration
d Phase Angle (sync check only) D Last Loss Date/Time
Exerciser Sequence (during exercise run) D Dual Source Connect Time
D Exerciser Active D S1 to Open Time
D Source Voltages D S1 to Close time
D Time Remaining (in exercise run) D S2 to Open Time
D End Exercise Button D S2 to Close Time

View Exerciser Setup View Source Setup, Continued
D Exercise Event Number D Synchronization (for closed-transition)
D Enabled/Disabled d Voltage Differential
D Exercise Run Time d Frequency Differential
D Start Date d Angle differential
D Start Time D Fail toSync
D Weekly/Biweekly d Enabled/Disabled
D Loaded/Unloaded d Time Delay min:sec
View System Setup View Time Delays, Source S1 and Source S2
D Open/Programmed/Closed Transition D Engine Start (gen set only)
D Source Type: Util/Gen, Gen/Gen, Util/Util or Util/Gen/Gen D Engine Cooldown
D Service Entrance: MCCB/ICCB/No D Xfr Preferred>Standby (Standby>Preferred)
D Service Disconnect Position: OFF or SRC/E D Xfr Off > Standby (Off >Preferred)
(programmed--transition only)
D In--Phase Monitor Enabled/Disabled
D Fail to Acquire Preferred (Standby)
D Commit/No Commit to Transfer
D Load Control
D # I/O Modules Installed
d Mode: None/Time/Current
D Rated Current
d Loads to Control (1--9)
D 3 Src Engine Start Mode Mode1/Mode2
D Time-Based Control
D Remote Test Loading Loaded/Unloaded
d Load Disconnect N>E (E>N) Time Delay min:sec
D Peak Shave Delay Enabled/Disabled
d Load Add E>N (N>E) Time Delay min:sec
View Source Setup
D Current-Based Control
D ABC/BAC Rotation (3-phase only)
d Load Disc N>E (E>N) time delay min:sec
D System Voltage, Normal/Emergency
d Load control Source1 (Source2) Enabled/Disabled
D Frequency (Hz), Source N and E
d Load Add Source1 (Source2) Time Delay min:sec
D Normal Under Voltage PU% and DO%
d Load Add Source1 (Source2) Priority
d Normal Over Voltage PU% and DO%
d Load Remove Source1 (Source2) Time Delay min:sec
d Debounce Time, Seconds
d Load RemoveSource1 (Source2) Priority
D Normal Under Frequency PU% and DO%
d Amps Level Remove Source1 (Source2)
d Debounce Time
d Amps Level Add Source1 (Source2)
D Normal Voltage Unbalance Enable/Disable
View Inputs/Outputs
d Normal Voltage Unbalance PU% and DO%
D Main Board I/O
D Emergency Under Voltage PU% and DO%
d Input Function Descriptions (2)
d Emergency Over Voltage PU% and DO%
d Output Function Descriptions (2)
d Debounce Time
D Auxiliary Inputs/ Outputs
D Emergency Under Frequency PU% and DO%
d Module Type and Address
d Emergency Over Frequency PU% and DO%
d Module Status
d Debounce Time
d Input Function Descriptions
D Emergency Voltage Unbalance Enable/Disable
d Output Function Descriptions
d Emergency Voltage Unbalance PU% and DO%
D In-Phase Monitor View Common Alarms
d Enabled/Disabled D Alarm Group (1 and 2)

d Angle, degrees D Alarm Description
D In-Phase Transfer Fail D Audible (Yes or No)
d Enabled/Disabled D Common (Yes or No)
d Time Delay min:sec

View Communications Setup View Control Parameters
D Modbus Server TCP Enabled/Disabled D Application Version (factory-set)
D Modbus Server Port 0 Enable/Disabled D ATS Serial Number (factory-set)
D Modbus Address Port 0 D Controller Serial Number (factory-set)
D Baud Rate Port 0 9600/19200/57600 D Contactor Serial Number (factory-set)
D Modbus TCP Unit ID D Site Designation (optional; use SiteTech to set)
D IP Address D Load Description (optional; use SiteTech to set)
D Subnet Mask D Branch Description (optional; use SiteTech to set)
D MAC Address D Location (optional; use SiteTech to set)

Setup Menus Set Source
D Phase Rotation ABC/BAC/Disabled
Set Time/Date
D Set In-Phase Monitor
D Set Time
d Enable/Disable
D Set Date
d Angle
D Set Automatic Daylight Saving Time
d In-Phase Transfer Fail Time Delay
Set Exerciser d Enable/Disable
For each exerciser event:
D Enable/Disable D Set Synchronization
D Loaded/Unloaded d Voltage Differential
D Interval d Frequency Differential
D Repeat Rate d Angle Differential
D Duration d Fail to Sync
D Start Date d Enable/Disable
D Start time d Time Delay min:sec
Set Prime Power Run D Set Preferred Source Normal/Emergency
D Enable/Disable D Set Normal (Emergency) Source:
D Duration at Source1 DD:HH:MM d Number of Phases
D Duration at Source2 DD:HH:MM d Voltage
D Sequence Start/Stop d Frequency
Set S1 Time Delays (Set S2 Time Delays) d Under Voltage Pickup
D Engine Start d Under Voltage Dropout
d External Battery? Y or N d Over Voltage Pickup
d Time Delay min:sec d Over Voltage dropout
D Engine Cooldown Time Delay min:sec d Voltage Debounce Time
D Xfr Preferred>Standby (Standby>Preferred) d Voltage Unbalance Enable/Disable
D Xfr Off > Standby (Off >Preferred) d Voltage Unbalance Pickup
(programmed--transition only)
d Voltage Unbalance Dropout
D Fail to Acquire Preferred (Standby)
d Under Frequency Pickup
d Enable/Disable
d Under Frequency Dropout
d Over Frequency Pickup
D Load Control
d Over Frequency Dropout
d Mode: None/Time/Current
d Frequency Debounce time
d Loads to Control (1--9)
Set Input/Output
D Time-Based Control (for each connected load)
D Set Main Board I/O
d Load Disconnect N>E (E>N) Time Delay min:sec
d Set Input Functions *
d Load Add E>N (N>E) Time Delay min:sec
d Set Output Functions [
D Current-Based Control
D Set Auxiliary I/O (Modules)
d Load Disc N>E (E>N) time delay min:sec
d Set Input Functions *
d For each connected load:
d Set Output Functions [
d Load Add Source1 (Source2) Time Delay min:sec
* See Section 4.9.3, Input Functions
d Load Add Source1 (Source2) Priority
[ See Section 4.9.4, Output Fundtions.
d Load Remove Source1 (Source2) Time Delay min:sec
Set Common Alarms
d Load RemoveSource1 (Source2) Priority
D Alarm Group 1 or 2
d Load Control Enable/Diable
D Modify Alarm
d Set Hi current Level, Load Remove Source1 (Source2)
d Common (Yes/No)
d Set Lo Current Level, Load Add Source1 (Source2)
d Audible (Yes/No)
D Remove All Alarms Yes/No

Set System Set Passwords
D Source Type: Utility/Generator, Generator/Generator, D Setup Password
Utility/Utility, Utility/Generator/Generator (3--source system)
D Test Password
D Transition Type: Standard/Programmed/Closed
Calibration
d Prog Transition Override Automatic/Manual
(closed-transition only)
D Line-Neutral Voltages, Source N and E
D Service Entrance: (KEP Models only) D Line-Line Voltages, Source N and E
d Disconnect to OFF/ Disconnect to SRC/E D Load Current, LA, LB, and LC
d No/MCCB/ICCB Reset Data

D Rated Current, Amps D Reset Maintenance Records, Yes or No
D 3 Source Engine Start Mode D Reset Event History, Yes or No
d Mode1/Mode2 D Reset Default Parameters, Yes or No
d Preferred Source Toggle Enable/Disable D Reset Exercise Setup, Yes or No
D Transfer Commit Commit/No Commit D Reset Test Password, Yes or No
D Remote Test Loading Loaded/Unloaded D Disable Test Password, Yes or No
D Peak Shave TD Bypass Enable/Disable D File Maintenance
Set Communications d Delete Files
D Modbus Server TCP Enable/Disable d Force History Save
D Modbus Server Port 0 Enable/Disable

D Modbus Address Port 0
D Baud Rate Port 0 9600/19200/57600
D Modbus TCP Unit ID
D IP Address
D Subnet Mask
D Default Gateway
D DHCP Status

Notes

KOHLER CO. Kohler, Wisconsin 53044
Phone 920-457-4441 Fax 920-459-1646
For the nearest sales/service outlet in the
US and Canada, phone 1-800-544-2444
KOHLERPower.com
Kohler Power Systems
Asia Pacific Headquarters
TP-6883 3/16b 7 Jurong Pier Road
Singapore 619159
E 2014, 2016 by Kohler Co. All rights reserved. Phone (65) 6264-6422, Fax (65) 6264-6455

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Operation

Automatic Transfer Switches

Safety Precautions and Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

TP-6883 3/16 Table of Contents 3

2.4 Sequence of Operation, Closed-Transition Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

4 Table of Contents TP-6883 3/16

4.9 Inputs and Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

TP-6883 3/16 Table of Contents 5

6.3 Inspection and Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

6 Table of Contents TP-6883 3/16

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.

TP-6883 3/16 Safety Precautions and Instructions 7

8 Safety Precautions and Instructions TP-6883 3/16

The equipment service requirements are very important

TP-6883 3/16 Introduction 9

For professional advice on generator power China

10 Service Assistance TP-6883 3/16

1.2 Source Names 1.3 User Interface Panel

Figure 1-1 User Interface Panel

TP-6883 3/16 Section 1 Operation 11

1.3.2 Display Contrast End Ends the current time delay.

Main Returns to the main menu.

Set From the main menu, moves to the first

Start From the Test menu, starts the test sequence.

Test From the main menu, moves to the test

View From the main menu, moves to the first

Figure 1-2 Pushbutton Functions

12 Section 1 Operation TP-6883 3/16

LED Indicator Condition Norm AB BC AC

Figure 1-3 User Interface LED Indicators

Press the up and down Press the up arrow

B Y " Back Back Save

Press the up arrow button to toggle yes or no.

Figure 1-5 Example: Set Common Alarms

TP-6883 3/16 Section 1 Operation 13

B View Set Test B Y " Back

Press the SET button. Press the right arrow

Press the open RIGHT arrow Back Save

Press OK to enter the password. Back Save

Press the right arrow button

Figure 1-6 Example: Setting the Time

14 Section 1 Operation TP-6883 3/16

D Date and time of the next scheduled exercise run (if 1 2

Press the Set button to enter the setup mode. A

TP-6883 3/16 Section 1 Operation 15

The factory default password is 0000. Change the

1.5.1 Changing Passwords Incorrect Password

Use the Passwords Setup Menu to change passwords.

Note: Disable the test password only during service

Disabling the test password allows any user to initiate a

16 Section 1 Operation TP-6883 3/16

Figure 1-11 Three-Phase Operation

Figure 1-10 Single-Phase Operation

TP-6883 3/16 Section 1 Operation 17

System Ready Enter Password Type of Test Auto Load Test

Figure 1-12 Test Selection Menus

18 Section 1 Operation TP-6883 3/16

Figure 1-13 Test Sequence Menus

TP-6883 3/16 Section 1 Operation 19