TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Automatic transfer switch does
not transfer to generator
Automatic transfer switch does
not transfer to utility
Generator is still running after
switch transfers to utility power
Supervised loads (air conditioner,
etc.) are operating when
generator is supplying power
Generator is still running after
utility power is restored
Briggs & Stratton Power Products Automatic Transfer Switch
Installation and Operator's Manual
Cause
1.
Generator breaker open.
2.
Generator voltage not acceptable.
1.
Service disconnect breaker open.
2.
Utility voltage not acceptable.
Engine cool down period.
NC contacts not operating correctly.
1.
Minimum engine run time has not
elapsed.
2.
Fuse(s) in transfer switch is
defective.
Correction
1.
2.
1.
2.
Engine should stop after 1 minute.
Check NC contacts for proper
operation and/or check control wiring
to external load.
1.
2.
10
Reset generator circuit breaker.
Refer to generator manual.
Reset service disconnect breaker.
Wait for utility voltage to return to
normal.
Wait five minutes for transfer
switch to retransfer to utility
power.
Check fuse(s) and replace if
necessary.