SERIES 230 A2ADTL Transfer Switch User Manual

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 Contents

Chapter 1 Overview ............................................................................................................................................................ 1

1.1 Model Description And Order Information ............................................................................................................. 1

1.1.1 Model Description ...................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1.2 Configuration Description .......................................................................................................................... 2
1.1.3 Accessory Model Description And Order Information ................................................................................ 2
1.2 Appearance .......................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.3 Product Composition............................................................................................................................................. 4
1.4 Controller Functions And Features ....................................................................................................................... 4
1.5 Panel Description .................................................................................................................................................. 5
1.6 Application Environment ....................................................................................................................................... 5
1.7 Technical Parameters ........................................................................................................................................... 6
1.7.1 Transfer Switch Technical Parameters ...................................................................................................... 6
1.7.2 Controller Technical Parameters ............................................................................................................... 6
1.7.3 Product Certification Requirements ........................................................................................................... 7

Chapter 2 Installation .......................................................................................................................................................... 8

2.1 Installation ............................................................................................................................................................. 9

2.1.1 Installation Of The Automatic Transfer Switch ........................................................................................... 9
2.1.2 Automatic Transfer Switch Dimensions ................................................................................................... 10
2.1.3 Automatic Transfer Switch Front Panel Cutout Dimensions .................................................................... 11
2.1.4 Wiring Power Terminals........................................................................................................................... 11
2.1.5 Optional Accessory（Auxiliary Contact） Installation ............................................................................. 12
2.2 Controller Interface description ........................................................................................................................... 14
2.2.1 Embedded C300 Controller Interface ...................................................................................................... 14
2.2.2 RS485 Communication Port (Optional) ................................................................................................... 15

Chapter 3 Operation .......................................................................................................................................................... 16

3.1 Panel And Indicator............................................................................................................................................. 16

3.2 DIP Switch .......................................................................................................................................................... 17
3.3 Generator Control ............................................................................................................................................... 18
3.4 Manual Operation ............................................................................................................................................... 18
3.5 Auto Operation .................................................................................................................................................... 19
3.6 Padlock ............................................................................................................................................................... 20

Chapter 4 Maintenance And Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................... 21

4.1 Start Up / Function Test ...................................................................................................................................... 21

4.1.1 Manual Operation Test ............................................................................................................................ 21
4.1.2 Verify Voltage Detection .......................................................................................................................... 21
4.1.3 Automatic Operation Test ........................................................................................................................ 21
4.2 Maintenance ....................................................................................................................................................... 22
 4.3 Common Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................... 22

Appendix 1 Surge Protection Device ................................................................................................................................. 23

Appendix 2 Glossary ......................................................................................................................................................... 24

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Chapter 1 Overview

The ASCO Series 230 A2ADTL transfer switch is a professional PC class dual power transfer switch. It utilizes a
highly reliable mechanism and electric design, based on a modular concept, and is suitable for various power
continuity applications. All Series 230 transfer switch products meet EN60947-6-1 and GB/T14048.11-2016
requirements.
This chapter will introduce the model description, appearance, product composition, and application environment, as
well as the mechanical and electrical parameters of this transfer switch.

1.1 Model Description And Order Information

1.1.1 Model Description

Taking A2ADTLB30080HBX0,72D as an example, the model description is shown in Table 1-1.

Table 1-1 Model Description and Order Information
A2ADTL B3 0080 H B X 0 ,72D
② ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧
Description
Series 230 A2ADTL Transfer Switch
① Series 230 A2ADTL Transfer Switch A2ADTL
Center-off (Three-Position Design)
B1 2 Poles (Single Phase 220V-240V, 2-Wire with Neutral Line)
② Number of Poles, Configuration 02 2 Poles (Two Phase 220V-240V, 2-Wire without Neutral Line)
B3 4 Poles (Three Phase 380V-415V, 4-Wire with Neutral Line)
0016 16A
0032 32A
③ Rated Operating Current
0063 63A
0080 80A
D 220V
E 230V
F 240V
④ Rated Operating Voltage
H 380V
J 400V
K 415V
⑤ Controller B C300 Embedded Controller
0 No Accessory
⑥ Accessory
X With Accessory, Such as 132A~132F,72D
⑦ Enclosure 0 No Enclosure
72D With RS485 Communication Function
⑧ Accessories
132A~132F Auxiliary Contacts

Note: Default frequency setting is 50Hz. If the application frequency requires 60Hz, please indicate this when
ordering Series 230 Products.

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1.1.2 Configuration Description

Table 1-2 Configuration Information

Switch Category Type Sample
Poles Line and Neutral AC Voltage(V) A2ADTL B3 0080 H B 0 0
L1 L2 L3 N L-L L-N

√ √ _ 220 B1 D C

L1 L1
√ √ _ 230 B1 E
N N
Source I Source II
√ √ _ 240 B1 F L1 N
2
√ √ _ 220 02 D C

L1 L1
√ √ _ 230 02 E L2 L2
Source I Source II
√ √ _ 240 02 F L1 L2

C
√ √ √ √ 380 220 B3 H
L1 L1

L2 L2
4 √ √ √ √ 400 230 B3 J L3 L3

L4 L4
Source I Source II
√ √ √ √ 415 240 B3 K
L1 L2 L3 L4

1.1.3 Accessory Model Description And Order Information

Auxiliary Contacts (Optional Accessory)

132 A A
Auxiliary Contact Quantity
Blank: 1 Contact
A: 2 Contacts

Function Code (See Diagram Below)

132A-132F: Auxiliary Contact

Figure 1-1 Appearance of Auxiliary Contact

For example: 132BA means 2 contacts, which close when the ATS transfers to Source II position.

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Auxiliary Contact Code Definitions

132A-132C: The auxiliary contacts can be used to indicate positions with the CLOSED contact, see Table 1-3.
132D-132F: The auxiliary contacts can be used to indicate positions with the OPEN contact, see Table 1-4.
Table 1-3 Schematic 1 132A-132C Diagram
Auxiliary Contact Function
Position of the Transfer Switch 132A 132B 132C

II

LAP1F100
Auxiliary Contact √ √ —
（16021426）
Type and Part
LAP1F010
Number — — √
（16021427）

Auxiliary Contact (16021426*1)

Mounting Location
(16021426*1) (16021427*2)

Table 1-4 Schematic 2 132D-132F Diagram

Auxiliary Contact Function
Position of the Transfer Switch 132D 132E 132F

II

Auxiliary LAP1F100
— — √
Contact （16021426）
Type and LAP1F010
√ √ —
Part Number （16021427）

Auxiliary Contact (16021426*1)

Mounting Location
(16021426*1) (16021427*2)

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1.2 Appearance
The appearance of the transfer switch is shown in Figure 1-2.

Figure 1-2 Appearance (Shown In B3 Configuration, 4 Poles)

1.3 Product Composition

Series 230 Automatic Transfer Switch includes one transfer switch mechanism and one embedded C300 controller.
The A2ADTL frame has 80A and below multiple ampere rating options.
The following accessories are included as standard in the Series 230 A2ADTL Automatic Transfer Switch package,
see Table 1-5:
Table 1-5 Series 230 A2ADTL Transfer Switch Standard Accessories
Accessory Name Model and Specification Part Number Quantity
Mounting Clips Mounting Clips for A2ADTL/A2RDTL 63124584 6 pcs
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The following accessories are optional in the Series 230 A2ADTL Automatic Transfer Switch package, see Table 1-6:
Table 1-6 Series 230 A2ADTL Transfer Switch Optional Accessories
Function Code Accessories Name Model and Specification Part Number Quantity
132A,132AA Auxiliary Contact (NO) LAP1F100 16021426 1 or 2
132B,132BA Auxiliary Contact (NO) LAP1F100 16021426 1 or 2
132C,132CA Auxiliary Contact (NC) LAP1F010 16021427 2 or 4
132D,132DA Auxiliary Contact (NC) LAP1F010 16021427 1 or 2
132E,132EA Auxiliary Contact (NC) LAP1F010 16021427 1 or 2
132F,132FA Auxiliary Contact (NO) LAP1F100 16021426 2 or 4

Note: These optional accessories must be ordered separately, and require configuration at the installation site.

1.4 Controller Functions And Features

 Detects the voltages and frequencies of two AC input sources, alarming when power source failures occur such
as overvoltage, under-voltage, over-frequency and under-frequency.
 Multiple operating modes: Automatic (Source I Priority, No Source Priority), Remote Control, and Manual.
 Center-off position delay and Center-off position protection.
 Center-off position delay: When the transfer switch transfers the load from one source to another source, the
transfer switch can stay in center-off position for a period of time. This center-off position delay time can be set
by the user, depending on the load characteristics. The default setting is 0 seconds, but can be set to 5 seconds,
in order to consume the load inertia and protect loads such as motors from getting damaged by the inrush
current when the load transfers from one source to another source.

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 Center-off position protection: When enabled, if there are abnormalities with both Sources I and Source II, the
transfer switch will transfer the load to the center-off position to protect the load from damage.
 Built in abnormal transfer diagnosis capabilities in order to protect the transfer switch.
 Many configurable options, including under voltage drop out, over voltage trip, center-off position delay and
protection and switching time delays.
 User DI / DO Ports for external monitor and control.
 RS485 Communication Function (Optional).

1.5 Panel Description

For the Transfer Switch panel description, see Figure 1-3.
Position
User Interface Lock Handle
Indicator

Controller Unit Manual/Auto Slide Mechanism Unit Handle Slot Arc Housing

Figure 1-3 Panel Description

1.6 Application Environment

 Altitude: 2000 meters or less
 Ambient Temperature: -5°C to +40°C
 Humidity: Less than 95%, Non-condensing
 Degrees of Protection: IP20
 Pollution Class: Class III
 Mounting Method: Horizontal or Vertical
 Product Standards Met: EN60947-6-1 and IEC60947-6-1
 Environmental Standards Met: RoHS and WEEE

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1.7 Technical Parameters

1.7.1 Transfer Switch Technical Parameters

See Table 1-7.

Table 1-7 Technical Parameters
Item Parameter
220 / 230 / 240（2 poles）
Rated Operating Voltage Ue (Vac)
380 / 400 / 415（4 poles）
Ue=220 / 230 / 240
Operating Voltage Range (V) 125 Vac ~300Vac
/ 380 / 400 /415
Utilization Category AC-32A, AC-33B
Rated Insulation Voltage Ui (V) 800
Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage Uimp (kV) 8
Rated Short-Time Making Capacity Icm (peak) (kA) 8
Rated Short-Circuit Withstand Current Icw (kA/0.03s) 6
Rated Conditional Short-Circuit Current Iq (rms) (kA) 65（FUSE）\15（MCB）
Operating Transfer Time (s) ＜3.0

1.7.2 Controller Technical Parameters

Table 1-8 Application

Requirement Condition Standards
Operating Temperature -20℃~+60℃
Temperature IEC61800-1
Storage Temperature -40℃~+70℃
Humidity 95% Maximum, Non-Condensing IEC60721-3-3 3K3
Altitude 2000 Meters or Less IEC60721-3-3 3K3
Vibration 5~9，9~200Hz, 3.5mm, 10m/s2, 5 Sweep Cycles,1 oct/min IEC60721-3-3 3M4
Shock Sinusoidal，15g,6ms，3 Times/Direction IEC60721-3-3 3M4

Table 1-9 Technical Parameters

Item Parameter
Rated Operating Voltage（Ue） 220 – 240Vac
Operating Voltage Range 125~300Vac
Rated Operation Frequency 50Hz / 60Hz
Rated Insulation Impulse Withstand Voltage 6kV for AC Circuitry / 1.5kV for DC Circuitry
Protection Class of Enclosure IP20
Pollution Degree 3
Overvoltage Class Distribution Level, Industral Conditions.
AC input: 8/20us impulse current waveform, 20kA 10 times, 40kA 1 time, L-PE. More
than 1 minute between two impulses.Note 1
Lightning Tolerability Level
Signal IO: 8/20us impulse current waveform, differential-mode 3kA, common-mode 5kA,
10 times.Note 2

Note 1: Tested with Class C SPD. No loss of controller power, no damage and no performance degradation indicated.
Note 2: Only for RS-485 communication ports, GEN and FIRE port.
Table 1-10 Detection Range and Accuracy
Signal Type Detected Accuracy Detectable Range
AC Voltage ±1.5％ 125~300Vac
AC Frequency ±1％ 45Hz ~ 65Hz

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Table 1-11 Electromagnetic Interference Performance Parameters

Item Requirements Standard
Conducted Disturbance Emission Class A EN 55022
Radiation Disturbance Emission Class A EN 55022
Harmonic Current Emission Class A Equipment EN61000-3-2
Voltage Fluctuations and Flicker - EN61000-3-3

Table 1-12 Electromagnetic Immunity Performance Parameters

Item Requirements & Criterion Standard
Criterion: 1
Surge Immunity Line to Ground: 2KV EN 61000-4-5
Line to Line:1kV
Level 1
Criterion: A
Immunity to Electrical Fast Transient EN 61000-4-4
Power Port: 2kV
Signal Port: 1kV
Criterion: 1
Immunity to Electrostatic Discharge Contact discharge: 4kV EN61000-4-2
Air discharge :8kV
Criterion: 1
Immunity to Radiated Electric Fields EN61000-4-3
10V/m, 80MHz - 1GHz
Criterion: 1
Immunity to Continuous Conducted Interference Power Port: 10V EN 61000-4-6
Signal Port: 10V, 150 kHz - 80MHz

1.7.3 Product Certification Requirements

Table 1-13 Certification Requirements

Certification Categories Standard
CE EN60947-6-1
IEC IEC60947-6-1

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Chapter 2 Installation

！ DANGER
DANGER is used in this manual to warn of a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.

！ WARNING
WARNING is used in this manual to warn of a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.

！ CAUTION
CAUTION is used in this manual to warn of a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury.

NOTICE
NOTICE is used in this manual to bring attention to an incorrect application which, if not avoided, could result in
improper operation.
An experienced and licensed electrician must install the ATS.
Each automatic transfer switch contains a rating label (name plate) to define the rated load (Ampere rating). Refer to
the label on the transfer switch for specific values.

！ DANGER
Do not exceed the values on the rating label.
Exceeding the rating can cause personal injury or serious equipment damage.

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2.1 Installation
The Automatic Transfer Switch is connected to an electronic control circuit with a power supply that is can be
impacted by overvoltage conditions, leading to premature loss of function. Therefore, it is recommended that users
install Class C Surge Protection Devices upstream of automatic transfer switches, using the proper SPD wiring
methods. See Appendix 1 (Surge Protection Device) for additional details and recommended wiring methods.

2.1.1 Installation Of The Automatic Transfer Switch

The A2ADTL transfer switch dimensions are shown in Figure 2-1. It can be mounted to a DIN35 Rail in the cabinet.
First pull out the DIN35 Rail Mounting Snaps of transfer switch, assemble transfer switch to the DIN35 Rail and then
push the DIN35 Rail Mounting Snaps into place. The transfer switch has 3 DIN35 Rail Mounting Snaps.

❷
❶

Automatic transfer switch installation steps:❶ ❹

❶ Pull (3) mounting snaps out to extended position
❷ Mount the groove on rear of switch to enclosure DIN rail Automatic transfer switch removal steps:
❸ Push/rotate switch to snap onto DIN rail as shown ❶ Use screwdriver to pull (3) mounting snaps down to extended position
❹ Push (3) mounting snaps back into the locked position ❷ Pull switch forward and up to disengage from the DIN rail

Figure 2-1 Automatic Transfer Switch DIN Mounting

The transfer switch may also be mounted directly to an enclosure or other surface using screws and the (6)
included metal mounting clips referenced in Section 1.3 and shown in Figure 2-2
Slide and snap the (6) mounting clips into the slots on the rear of the transfer switch, in the positions as shown in
Figure 2-2. (3) On top and (3) on the bottom. The transfer switch may now be mounted to an enclosure or other
surface using screws positioned within the U-shaped opening of each of these clips.

Mounting Clip (6x)

Figure 2-2 Automatic Transfer Switch Clip Mounting

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To remove the mounting clips, use a flat head screw driver at the base of the clip and push it out from the
back of the plastic transfer switch housing.

2.1.2 Automatic Transfer Switch Dimensions

Figure 2-3 Mounting Dimensions (unit: mm)

Dimensions of A2ADTL as Table 2-1

Table 2-1 A Dimensions
2 Pole 4 Pole
A (mm) 216 252
B (mm) 36 72
C (mm) 83 119

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2.1.3 Automatic Transfer Switch Front Panel Cutout Dimensions

107
6X 108.0 119.0 88 14
>7mm

124.0

47mm

2 Pole 4 Pole
A (mm) 218 254
Figure 2-4 Recommended Front Panel Cut Out Dimensions (Unit: mm)

2.1.4 Wiring Power Terminals

1. Loosen the screw of wire plate using Philips/Cross-head screwdriver.

2. Insert the end of the cable wire into power terminal using a Philips/Cross-head screwdriver rotating clockwise. The
cross sectional area of the cable wire used to connect the transfer switch should be a minimum of 4mm2 or 12AWG,
and should not exceed 35mm2 or 2AWG.

Figure 2-5 Wiring

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！ WARNING
1. The transfer switch inlet and outlet shall be properly connected. The highest priority power source should be connected to
Souce I, and the alternate power source should be connected to Source II.
2. Cable ends bare / stripped wire length must be 10±2mm minimum / maximum.
3. It is essential to tighten all M4 power terminal screws to a torque of 4N·m.
4. Make sure that the LINE and LOAD cabling are connected correctly in accordance with labeling shown in Figure 2-6.

Figure 2-6 Labels Indicating Line and Load Position For Cable Connections

2.1.5 Optional Accessory（Auxiliary Contact） Installation

The Auxiliary Contact installation locations are shown in Figure 2-7.

The installation procedures are as follows:
1. With the auxiliary contact screw holes facing outward, align the 4 claws with the corresponding 4 square holes on
the transfer switch side plate, and then snap it into position, as shown in Figure 2-7. (Pay special attention to the
direction of the screw hole faces as shown below)
Screw holes Upward

Location 1

Location 2

Figure 2-7 Auxiliary Contact Mounting Locations

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2. When mounting an additional auxiliary contact on top of another contact, remove the sticker located in the center of
the contact that is being mounted, then as above, with the screw holes facing upward, snap the 4 claws into the
corresponding 4 square holes on the previously installed auxiliary contact and push it into position, as shown in
Figure 2-8. If installing an additional auxiliary contact on top of another, first remove the sticker on the base auxiliary
contact, otherwise do not remove the sticker to protect the auxiliary contact from dust and debris.

Remove The
Sticker

Keep The
Sticker

Figure 2-8 Auxiliary Contact Installation On Top Of Another Contact

NOTICE
1. The outer center sticker on an auxiliary contact that is mounted directly to the switch side plate must be removed before installation of an
additional auxilary contact on top of it.
2. Keep the center sticker on the outer auxiliary contact in place to avoid debris or dust from getting inside.
3. The maximum number of auxiliary contacts that can be used are 4, or 2 contacts per location. There are 2 slot locations.

3. Auxiliary Contact Specifications:

1) Ratings:

Rated Insulation Rated Impulse Withstand

Rated Thermal Current Degree Of Pollution Maximum Cable
Voltage Voltage
Ith /A Protection Class Cross Section
V Uimp/kV

16 690 4 IP20 3 2.5mm2

2) Additional Information:
AC-15 DC-12 DC-13
Ue / V Ie / A Ue / V Ie / A P/W Ie / A P/W
230 6 24 10 240 2 48
400 4 72 4 288 0.8 58
690 2 125 2 250 0.55 69
250 0.55 138 0.27 68

！ CAUTION
In order to ensure proper function, the auxiliary contact circuit should have a minimum current flow of ≥5mA

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2.2 Controller Interface description

2.2.1 Embedded C300 Controller Interface

Figure 2-9 Controller interface port

Table 2-2 Controller interface port description

Port Port label Attribute Definition Port
1 +
DC IN 24VDC±15％ DC 24V external power supply.
2 -

3 Normally Closed (NC) & Normally Open (NO) relay outputs. During
Source 1 Priority mode, when the controller loses power or Source 1
30VDC, 0.5A
has some abnormality, the NC contact closes and the NO contact
4 GEN Rating Current >
opens. The engine will start. When Source I returns and the switch
5mA
transfers to Source I, the NC contact opens and the NO contact closes
5 after 2 minutes (engine cool down), stopping the engine.

6 30VDC, 0.5A
Alarm relay output, when the controller raise alarm, the relay NO
ALM Rating Current >
contact closed.
7 5mA
X1 24VDC±30%, the
8 +
FIRE polarity must Fire signal will force the switch to center-off position.
9 -
installed as shown
Passive Digital Remote operation mode, short connection, the switch will transfer
10 DI1
Input to center-off position
Passive Digital Remote operation mode, short connection, the switch will transfer
11 DI2
Input to Source I
Passive Digital Remote operation mode, short connection, the switch will transfer
12 DI3
Input to Source II
Passive Digital
13 DI4 Push to test, connect to COM 15s, will start the Engine test.
Input
Passive Digital
14 DI_COM Passive digital input-COM
Input-COM

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2.2.2 RS485 Communication Port (Optional)

There is an optional RS485 communication port on the side of controller Zone, as shown in Figure 2-10 when
installed.

Figure 2-10 RS485 Communication Port

By using an external connection wire, a computer or other intelligent device can communicate with the controller.
MODBUS protocol has been integrated for communication applications.
The RS485 communication port is a half-duplex communication port, supplying 485+ and 485- as differential signals.
DGND is communication digital ground and PGND is protected ground. Wire connections should be made according
to the specific application. The right plug (PE) is a Protected Earth connector. Connecting a very short grounding
cable to this port provides improved voltage surge and lightning protection of the RS485 communication port, and is
recommended when using the communications port.

Table 2-3 RS485 Communication Port description（Optional）

Port Port label Attribute Definition

1 485+ Communication signal 485A
2 485- Communication signal 485B
3 DGND Digit GND Digit GND
4 PGND Protect Grounding Protect Grounding

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Chapter 3 Operation

3.1 Panel And Indicator

See Figure 3-1 for the control panel and see Table 3-1 for the indicator instruction.

DIP Switch 1 DIP Switch 2

Source I available Indicator

Source I available Indicator

Operation Status Indicator

Alarm Indicator

Communication Port
Source I Center-off Source II (For ENP Service Engineer Only)
Connected Position Connected
Indicator Indicator Indicator
Figure 3-1 Control Panel

Table 3-1 Indicator Description

Indicator Description
Operation Status Indicator This light indicates the operating status of the Controller. When it is on or flashing, it indicates normal
(Green) operation; and when it is off, it indicates abnormal operation.
When in Source I Priority Mode, the alarm indicator will be on when the Controller detects such
abnormalities as undervoltage, overvoltage, phase loss or complete power failure on Source I. It
ignores the status of Source II.
Alarm Indicator When in the No-Source Priority Mode or the Remote Mode, the alarm will be on when the Controller
(Red) detects such abnormalities as undervoltage, overvoltage, phase loss and power failure on Source I or
Source II.
Otherwise, the alarm will flash during any critical failure, such as switch operation failure or a fire
alarm.
Source I Available Indicator When it is on, it indicates normal operation of Source I. When it is off, it indicates that Source I is not
(Green) connected or a loss of power.
Source II Available Indicator When it is on, it indicates normal operation of Source II. When it is off, it indicates that Source II is not
(Green) connected or a loss of power.
Source I Connected Indicator When it is on, it indicates that Source I is connected. When it is off, it indicates that Source I is in the
(Green) process of switching off or is not connected.
Source II Connected Indicator When it is on, it indicates that Source II is connected. When it is off, it indicates that Source II is in
(Green) the process of switching off or is not connected.
Center-Off Position Indicator When it is on, it indicates that the load is in the Center-OFF position. When it is off, it indicates that the
(Yellow) load is not in the Center-OFF position and it is connected to either Source I or Source II.

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3.2 DIP Switch

Two DIP switches are located on the upper left of the Control panel, with 16 bits in total. When the white slider of
each bit is at the top, it is ON, and when it is at the bottom, it is OFF, as shown in Figure 3-2.
Bit 1 Bit 8

ON

OFF

Figure 3-2 DIP Switch

The DIP switch is used for various parameter settings; definitions are shown in Table 3-2, Table 3-3 and Table 3-4. “X”
in the table means that Bit is unrelated to that setting.
Table 3-2 DIP Switch 1 Illustration
Default
Setting Bit1 Bit2 Bit3 Bit4 Bit5 Bit6 Bit7 Bit8 Parameter
Setting
OFF OFF X X X X X X 220V
ON OFF X X X X X X 230V
Rated Voltage Ref to Order
OFF ON X X X X X X 240V
ON ON X X X X X X 208V
Rated X X OFF X X X X X 50Hz
Bit3 OFF
Frequency X X ON X X X X X 60Hz
X X X OFF OFF X X X Ref Table 3-3
Under-Voltage X X X ON OFF X X X Ref Table 3-3 Bit4 OFF
Dropout X X X OFF ON X X X Ref Table 3-3 Bit5 OFF
X X X ON ON X X X Ref Table 3-3
X X X X X OFF X X Overvoltage Trip Disabled
Overvoltage Trip Bit6 OFF
X X X X X ON X X Overvoltage 120%Trip Enabled
X X X X X X OFF OFF Source I Priority
X X X X X X ON OFF Source II Priority Bit7 OFF
Control Mode
X X X X X X OFF ON No Source Priority Bit8 OFF
X X X X X X ON ON Remote Control Mode
When enabled, Overvoltage Dropout is 120% of rated operating voltage, Pickup is 115%.
Rated Frequency: Under Frequency Dropout Is 80% of set frequency, Pickup is 90%.
Over Frequency Dropout is 115% of set frequency, Pickup is 110%.
Dropout = Value at which the controller will initiate transfer to an Alternate source
Pickup = Value at which the controller will return to the Preferred source

Table 3-3 Under-Voltage Dropout and Pickup Settings

Rated Voltage
208V(Line to Neutral) 220V/230V/240V(Line to Neutral)
Bit4，Bit5
Dropout Pickup Dropout Pickup
OFF OFF 85% (177V) 90% (187V) 85% 90%
ON OFF 80% (166V) 85% (177V) 80% 85%
OFF ON 75% (156V) 80% (166V) 70% 75%
ON ON 70% (146V) 75% (156V) 65% 70%

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Table 3-4 DIP Switch 2 Illustration

Default
Setting Bit1 Bit2 Bit3 Bit4 Bit5 Bit6 Bit7 Bit8 Parameter
Setting
Center Position OFF X X X X X X X Disable
Bit1 OFF
Protection ON X X X X X X X Enable
Center Position Time X OFF X X X X X X Disable
Bit2 OFF
Delay X ON X X X X X X Enable 5s
X X OFF OFF X X X X 0s
Priority To No- Priority X X ON OFF X X X X 5s Bit3 OFF
Time Delay X X OFF ON X X X X 30s Bit4 OFF
X X ON ON X X X X 5 Minutes
X X X X OFF OFF X X 1s
Bit5 OFF
No-Priority To Priority X X X X ON OFF X X 30s
Bit6 OFF
Time Delay X X X X OFF ON X X 5 Minutes
X X X X ON ON X X 30 Minutes
Three Phase / Single X X X X X X OFF X Three Phase
Bit7 OFF
Phase X X X X X X ON X Single Phase
Communication X X X X X X X OFF Default setting
Bit8 OFF
parameters X X X X X X X ON User defined

3.3 Generator Control

The controller can control a generator through the “GEN” port. In Source I Priority mode, when the controller loses
power or Source I (Priority source) has some abnormality, the controller sends a generator start signal. When priority
source availability returns, a time delay keeps the generator running for 2 minutes (cool-down period), then sends a
generator stop signal. Note: If the controller loses power for any reason, the “NC and COM” contact of “GEN” will
close, sending a generator start signal. Once the controller restarts, a generator stop signal will be sent after a 2
minute cool-down time delay, if the normal source is available.

3.4 Manual Operation

The transfer switch manual operation procedures are as follows:
1. Slide the AUTO/MANUAL cover left, to ‘MANUAL’ position, as shown in Figure 3-3.

Figure 3-3 Switching the AUTO/MANUAL to MANUAL

！ CAUTION
Make sure AUTO/MANUAL SWITCH lines up with the correct indication position mark

2. Remove the handle from the holding slot. Insert the operating handle into the handle slot, and rotate the handle
according to the position and direction shown in the position indicator window. The handle must be fully inserted into
slot, or switch will not operate correctly.
1) When the window initially displays ‘I’ (Normal Source), perform the following operations as needed:
 To switch to the OFF Position (Center-Off), rotate the handle 90 degrees counter-clockwise. After hearing a
'click', and the window displays ‘OFF’, it indicates that the switch has successfully transferred to the OFF
Position.

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 To switch to Position II (Emergency Source), rotate the handle 180 degrees counter-clockwise. After hearing a
'click’, and the window displays ‘II’, it indicates that the switch has successfully transferred to Position II.
2) When the window initially displays ‘OFF’ (Center-off Position), perform the following operations as needed:
 To switch to Position I (Normal Source), rotate the handle 90 degrees clockwise. After hearing a ‘click', and the
window displays ‘I’, it indicates that the switch has successfully transferred to Position I.
 To switch to Position II (Emergency Source), rotate the handle 90 degrees counter-clockwise. After hearing a
‘click', and the window displays ‘II’, it indicates that the switch has successfully transferred to Position II.
3) When the window initially displays ‘II’ (Emergency Source), perform the following operations as needed:
 To switch to the OFF Position (Center-Off), rotate the handle 90 degrees clockwise. After hearing a 'click', and
the window displays ‘OFF’, it indicates that the switch has successfully transferred to the OFF Position.
 To switch to Position I (Normal Source), rotate the handle 180 degrees clockwise. After hearing a 'click', and the
window displays ‘I’, it indicates that the switch has successfully transferred to Position I.
The detailed handle rotation positions are shown in Figure 3-4.

I (Normal source) OFF (Center-off-Position) II (Emergency Source)

If Initial Position is Position OFF If Initial Position is Position OFF If Initial Position is Position OFF
Figure 3-4 Switch Rotation Diagram

！ CAUTION
1. If the AUTO/MANUAL switch is not in the right position (MANUAL), the handle cannot be inserted.
2. If the handle is not fully inserted into the handle slot, the handle will not operate or the socket may be damaged.
3. The manual handle operation torque required is typically less than 2N·m. If greater force is required, check switch position
and direction of handle rotation before proceeding. Forces higher than 4N·m can damage the manual operator.
4. Take care when operating by hand that fingers do not scrape on the housing of the transfer switch.

3.5 Auto Operation

1. Remove the operating handle from the handle hole and replace in the handle storage slot for future use.
2. Slide the AUTO/MANUAL cover to the right, into the ‘AUTO’ Position, as shown in Figure 3-6.

Figure 3-5 Switching AUTO/MANUAL to AUTO

3. Once AUTO/MANUAL switch is in the 'AUTO' Position, the switch will automatically transfer to the position that is
Currently set in the controller.

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！ WARNING
1. The manual operation handle MUST be removed from the handle slot, and replaced in the storage slot for the AUTO/MANUAL
cover to slide into the ‘AUTO” Position.
2. Make sure AUTO/MANUAL cover slides completely to the right as shown in Figure 3-6 to ensure automatic function.
Otherwise, the transfer switch will not work in Automatic Mode.

3.6 Padlock
1. Ensure that the AUTO/MANUAL switch is in ‘MANUAL’ position and Switch is in OFF position as shown in Figure
3-7.

Figure 3-6 Switching AUTO/MANUAL to LOCK

2. Pull the padlock pull-tab out and lift up to expose the lock hole. Then insert the padlock into the hole to lock it, as
shown in Figure 3-8.

！ CAUTION
1. The transfer switch must be in the OFF position, and the AUTO/MANUAL cover slid all the way to the left in the MANUAL
position, for the padlock pull-tab to be pulled out.
2. The specified diameter of the A2ADTL transfer switch padlock must be φ3mm to φ5mm.

Figure 3-7 Padlock Pull Tab

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Chapter 4 Maintenance And Troubleshooting

This chapter describes the transfer switch installation, commissioning and common faults and maintenance methods.

4.1 Start Up / Function Test

4.1.1 Manual Operation Test

Both power supply sources must be disconnected before manual testing can begin. Refer to Chapter 3.4 to operate
the switch in Manual mode. Using the handle, manually operate the transfer switch from Source I position to Source II
position, and then return the switch to the Source I position. The switch operation should be smooth, and without
interruption.

4.1.2 Verify Voltage Detection

First make sure the rated voltage of the transfer switch on the nameplate is the same as the rated voltages of both
power supply sources. Connect Source I live power supply source to the transfer switch. Source I Indication LED will
be on (green). Then disconnect Source I by opening the upstream circuit breaker, and repeat with Source II; the
Source II Indication LED will be on (green). This ensures that the source wiring is correct.

Figure 4-1 LED Light Indication

！ DANGER
When measuring voltage of power sources to ensure it matches the switch nameplate rating, do not touch the terminals or copper bars of the
transfer switch, otherwise it could result in death, or serious injury.

4.1.3 Automatic Operation Test

This is used to test the ATS in automatic operation mode and operate the transfer switch automatically.
1) Connect Source I live power supply source to the transfer switch by close the upstream circuit breaker. The
Transfer Switch should transfer to Sources I position. Then disconnect Source I by opening the upstream circuit
breaker.
2) Connect Source II live power supply source to the transfer switch by close the upstream circuit breaker. The
Transfer Switch should transfer to Sources II position. Then disconnect Source II by opening the upstream circuit
breaker.

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3) Connect Source I and Source II live power supply source to the transfer switch by close the upstream circuit
breaker, finished the test.

4.2 Maintenance
To ensure consistent reliability of the transfer switch to make sure it is operating normally, regular maintenance
testing should be conducted. It is recommended to do so once every three months.

4.3 Common Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Issues
Run LED Off
ALARM LED Constantly on or flashing
No response in auto mode
The handle cannot be used to operate the
switch manually.
Once handle is inserted, one cannot operate
the handle
The AUTO/MANUAL switch cannot be set to
'AUTO' Position
The padlock pull-tab cannot be pulled up
Table 4-1 Troubleshooting Guideline
Recommended Action
·Check if there is normal voltage in the power input port
·Check power supply
·Check DIP Switch 1 Bit 1,Bit 2 setting
·Controller may be damaged, please contact your authorized Service provider
representatives.
·Check if Source I or Source II is available.
·If the Alarm LED is still flashing, this indicates that there is a switch failure. Cycling any
DIP switch Bit will clear the error. Be sure to return the Bit to its original intended position.
·If Alarm indication occurs often, it indicates that the transfer switch may have a more
serious issue, please contact your authorized Service representative.
·Check if the AUTO/MANUAL switch is in 'AUTO' Position.
·Check if the wiring is routed correctly
·Check if the power supply meets the rated voltage range.
·Check if the AUTO/MANUAL switch is in 'MANUAL' Position
·Check if the transfer switch has been padlocked.
·Check if the handle is turning in the correct direction based on Chapter 3.4.
·Check if operator is applying enough force to handle (recommended operating torque is
typically less than 2 N·m and never more than 4 N·m)
·Check to make sure the handle has been removed from the handle slot.
·Check to make sure the padlock pull-tab has been pushed all the way down to the original
unlocked position.
·Check if ‘OFF’ is displayed in the position indicator window.
·Check to make sure the AUTO/MANUAL cover is in the 'MANUAL' Position

For all other issues, please contact your authorized Service provider.

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Appendix 1 Surge Protection Device

1. The Series 230 Automatic Transfer Switch must be protected against frequent voltage surges or power anomalies
by installing an upstream Surge Protection Device (SPD) before connecting to a live Source I and Source II. It is
recommended that the SPD wire connections use the V-shaped wiring method shown in Appended Figure 1. When
limited by practical conditions, if it is difficult to adopt V-shaped wiring, the direct-parallel-connection method shown in
Appended Figure 2 may also be used. It is very important that the connection wire should be as short as possible
(less than 0.5m) when using direct-parallel-connection method to achieve better protective performance.
2. The connection wires should be multi-core copper wire with a cross-sectional area greater than 10mm2 (AWG6).
3. Appropriate MCB or Fuse should be serial-connected to the front-end of the SPD for AC power supply. The MCB
should have the “C” tripping characteristic.
4. The Source power supplies should be disconnected when installing SPD’s. Live installation is prohibited.
5. While an SPD may not need special maintenance, it is recommended that one periodically checks whether the
indicators of the SPD are functioning normally and that the SPD is operating in accordance with the manufacturer’s
requirements.
6. The Wiring method shown in Appended Figure 3 is forbidden. If a previously installed SPD is wired similar to
Appended Figure 3, the wiring needs to be modified to Appended Figure 1 or Appended Figure 2.

L1
Connection Wiring Series230 L1 Connection Wiring
Lenth ≥1m
Series230
Lenth≥1m
Source L2
I L3
Transfer Source
I
L2
L3 Transfer
N Switch N Switch
MCB or Fuse MCB or Fuse
Load Surge Protection Load
Surge Protection
Device Wiring from Device Wiring from
Main Circuit to Main Circuit to
Grand lenth≤0.5m Grand lenth ≤0.5m

Class C Surge Class C Surge

Protection Device Protection Device

Connection Wiring L1 Connection Wiring

L1 Lenth ≥1m
Lenth≥1m L2
Source L2 Source
L3
II L3 II
N
N

MCB or Fuse MCB or Fuse

Grouding Cable Surge Protection Grouding Cable
Surge Protection
Device Wiring from Controller Lenth ≤ 0.2m Device Wiring from
Main Circuit to
Controller Lenth ≤ 0.2 m
Main Circuit to
Grand lenth≤0.5m Grand lenth ≤0.5m
Cable line ≤ 2m Cable Line ≤ 2m
Class C Surge Class C Surge
Protection Device Protection Device

Appended Figure 1: V-Shaped Wiring Method Appended Figure 2: Direct-Parallel-Connection Method

L1
Connection Wiring
Lenth≥1m
Series230
Source L2
I L3
Transfer
N Switch
MCB or Fuse
Load
Surge Protection
Device Wiring from
Main Circuit to
Grand lenth ≤0.5m
Class C Surge
Protection Device

Connection Wiring
L1
Lenth≥1m
Source L2
II L3
N

MCB or Fuse
Surge Protection Grouding Cable
Device Wiring from Controller Lenth ≤ 0.2m
Main Circuit to
Grand lenth≤0.5m Cable Line ≤ 2m
Class C Surge
Protection Device

Appended Figure 3: Incorrect Connection Method

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Appendix 2 Glossary

ATS Automatic Transfer Switch

NC Normally Closed
NO Normally Open

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