Instruction Manual

AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH WITH aXis CONTROLLER™ MODULE
INSTALLATION
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Connecting the Load Management Systems
The following instructions pertain only to aXis Controller
TM
Load
Management Modules (LMM) that use Power Line Carrier (PLC)
communication. If one or more LMM’s are being installed on the
home, install them per the installation instructions included with
the LMM before continuing.
Teaching System
After installation and wiring are complete teach the ATS which
loads are attached by the following procedure. Teaching the
system is only required if 1 or more LMM’s were installed OR if
AC1 OR if AC2 is being used to manage loads.
1. Turn Champion aXis Controller
TM
ATS UTILITY circuit breaker
to the OFF position. Generator will start and run automatically.
2. Confirm managed loads are all operating.
3. Press and hold the button marked “LEARN” for 8 seconds.
ATS will shutoff managed loads one at a time until all are OFF.
ATS will flash LED’s indicating function in process.
4. After ATS has learned all loads the LMM units will be returned
to normal operation.
5. Installation configuration is now held in memory and will not
be affected by power outage.
6. Return UTILITY circuit breaker to the ON position. ATS will
transfer load back to utility and generator will cool down and
shut off.
7. Repeat this process if LMM units are added or removed from
the system.
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Full System Check
1. Open Utility breaker for full system test, close breaker after
confirming all systems working.
2. After Utility breaker opens engine will start automatically.
3. aXis ATS control panel will reboot on Generator power and
control switching of latching relays.
4. Home is now powered by Generator. If Load Management
modules (LMM) have been installed, they will become active
after 5 minutes.
5. Close Utility breaker
6. System is now fully functional.
7. Replace the dead front by sliding it from the bottom up
into the cabinet; panel should index into the door latch
protrusions. Secure it to the dead front bracket with included
nut and stud.
8. Replace the door and secure with included hardware. It is
recommended to secure the door with a lock.
9. Return to HSB and verify the controller is in “AUTO” mode.
Confirm icons indicate Utility power is active, Utility side relay
is closed, and home is receiving power.
10. Close and lock HSB hoods return keys to customer.
NEMA 1 – This type of enclosed ATS is for indoor installations
only.
NEMA 3R – This type of enclosed ATS is similar to the indoor box,
except that it is a weatherproof enclosure and required for exterior
installations by code. The enclosure only has knockouts on the
bottom side for the enclosure, requires water tight fasteners/
grommets when installed outside per code. This enclosure can
also be used inside.