Thomson Power Systems TS 970 User Manual

TS 970 Transfer Switch
PM163 REV 0 20/02/05 4 Thomson Power Systems
Carrier immediately. Repack with the original, or equivalent packing materials. Protect
from physical damage. Do not stack. Store indoors in a clean, dry, well ventilated area
free of corrosive agents including fumes, salt and concrete/cement dust. Apply heat as
necessary to prevent condensation.
2.1.2. EQUIPMENT OPERATING
The transfer switch shall be operated in an environment with a temperature range not
exceeding +5° to +122° Fahrenheit (-15° to +50° Celsius) and a humidity range not
exceeding 5%-95% non-condensing.
3. NOTES TO INSTALLER
DANGER
Arc Flash and Shock Hazard. Will cause severe injury or death.
Do not open equipment until ALL power sources are disconnected
This equipment must be installed and serviced only by qualified electrical
personnel utilizing safe work practices and appropriate Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE). Failure to do so may cause personal injury or death
3.1. INSTALLATION CODES/PERMITS
Suitable permits are required by local authorities having jurisdiction prior to installing standby
generator sets and automatic transfer switches.
3.2. APPLICATION
The TS 970 Transfer Switch is Listed by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) to Safety Standard
UL 1008 for Transfer Switches for Emergency Standby applications. This product is intended
for installation and operation on legally required standby applications for emergency power
systems as defined by the National Electrical Code (NEC).
The TS 970 is a power contactor transfer switch, as with all power contactor type transfer
switches there must be upstream circuit breakers on the Utility side and the Generator
side. Refer to list of applicable series breakers.
3.3. INSTALLATION LOCATION
The standard TS 970 100A - 400A transfer switch is designed for indoor and optional outdoor
wall mounting with NEMA 3R rating. The standard TS 970 600A - 1200A transfer switch
enclosure is indoor and optional outdoor free-standing with NEMA 3R rating. The transfer

Thomson Power Systems TS 970 Specifications

General

Brand	Thomson Power Systems
Model	TS 970
Category	Switch
Language	English