Technical Specifications

ASCO Power Technologies, Florham Park, New Jersey 07932 800-937-ASCO www.ascopower.com
01-2009
3 Publication 3208
2.03 Enclosure
A. The ATS shall be furnished in a NEMA type 1 enclosure with a hinged door unless
otherwise shown on the plans.
B. Type 3R outdoor enclosures shall include a hinged door and shall be fabricated of
an aluminum alloy to resist corrosion.
C. Mounting for an optional strip heater with thermostat for Type 3R enclosure
requirements shall be provided.
D. Controller shall be a flush-mounted display with LED indicators for switch position,
source availability, and for engine exerciser. It shall also include test and generator
exerciser/bypass switches.
E. The complete assembly shall be degreased and thoroughly cleaned through a five-
stage aqueous process. The finish shall be light gray RAL 7035 textured polyester
powder coat suitable for indoor and outdoor environments.
F. The connection between the normal disconnecting device and the ATS shall be
made with the appropriate size cable.
G. Provide main bonding jumper to connect both the neutral and ground conductors.
The main bonding jumper shall be installed in the disconnected position.
H. Control wiring shall be rated for 600 Volts, UL 1015. Wires shall be placed in wire
duct or harnessed, and shall be supported to prevent sagging or breakage from
weight or vibration. All wiring to hinged doors shall be run through door terminal
blocks or connection plugs.
2.04 Disconnecting and Overcurrent Protection Device
A. The normal connection shall be provided with a thermal magnetic, 2 pole, 100%
rated molded case circuit breaker with current ratings as shown on the plans. It shall
have a thermal magnetic trip unit.