Product Manual A

1 Safety Precautions

This manual includes the following symbols to indicate potentially dangerous conditions. Read the manual

carefully and know when these conditions exist. Then, take the necessary steps to protect personnel and

the equipment.

DANGER

This symbol warns of immediate hazards that will result in severe personal injury or death.

WARNING

This symbol refers to a hazard or unsafe practice that can result in severe personal injury or

death.

CAUTION

This symbol refers to a hazard or unsafe practice that can result in personal injury or product or

property damage.

1.1 Electrical Shock and Arc Flash Can Cause Severe

Personal Injury or Death

High voltage in transfer switch components presents serious shock hazards that can result in severe

personal injury or death. Read and follow these suggestions:

• The Operator must always keep the transfer switch cabinet closed and locked.

• Make sure only authorized personnel have the cabinet keys.

• All service and adjustments to the transfer switch must be performed only by an electrician or

authorized service representative.

NOTICE

Whenever closed transition is used, approval to parallel with the local electric utility must be

obtained.

1.2 General Precautions

Refer to NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace to be sure the proper personal

protective equipment (PPE) is worn around this product.

Follow these guidelines while working on or around electrical equipment.

• Place rubber insulated mats on dry wood platforms over metal or concrete floors when working on

any electrical equipment.

• Do not wear damp clothing (particularly wet shoes) or allow skin surfaces to be damp when handling

any electrical equipment.

• Remove all jewelry when working on electrical equipment.

• Wear safety glasses whenever servicing the transfer switch.