Guardian Technologies 004583-0 - Manual (Page 23)

7b. Using appropriate fasteners, mount power inlet box over pre-
drilled hole to fully conceal the hole (Figure 30). Seal around the
hole and conduit with insulating material and/or silicone caulk
from both outside and inside of house.
Figure 30 - Mount Box
8. Connect the black, red, and white wires to the same color coded
lugs on the back of the receptacle (Figure 31). Failure to match
wires may result in damage to generator and house wiring. Strip
wire insulation back 1/2” and torque lug screws to 25 in/lbs. The
green wire is to be stripped back 1/2”, inserted into the ground
lug and torque lug screw to 25 in/lbs. Reinstall internal cover
plate and screw. Close and lock cover.
Figure 31 - Connect Wires
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The power inlet box must be locked to ensure safety and to
discourage tampering.
9. Mount manual transfer switch with built-in emergency load
center within one foot of main distribution panel (Figure 32). The
manual transfer switch should be located to the right of the main
distribution panel. Hold transfer switch against the mounting
surface. Level the transfer switch and mark the mounting holes.
Drill the appropriate size pilot holes. Mount the manual transfer
switch to mounting surface with appropriate fasteners.
Figure 32 - Mount Manual Transfer Switch
DANGER
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Although you may choose to perform electrical
connections yourself, the manufacturer recommends that a
licensed electrician or individual with complete knowledge
of electricity perform the procedures in sections 10a and
10b.
DANGER
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Switch service main circuit breaker to “off” or open
position prior to removal of cover or removal of any
wiring of the main electrical distribution panel. The wires
connected to the service main circuit breaker remain live
or “hot”. Avoid contact with these wires and the service
main circuit breaker connection lugs.
9a. The 2 foot conduit that is pre-wired into the manual transfer
switch is not fastened to the side of the enclosure when shipped.
To secure the conduit to the manual switch enclosure proceed
as follows. Remove the cover panel of the manual transfer switch
with emergency load center. Insert the 2 foot conduit into the
knockout and tighten the lock nut securely on the inside of the
enclosure.
Black
Red
White
Green
Existing Wire
1 ft
Section 5 — Installation for Manual Transfer Switch
Portable Generator System
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