Instructions for Installation, Operation

and Maintenance of the Eaton

ATC-900 Open/Closed Transition
Transfer Switch Controller
Instructional Booklet

Description Page
1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2. Hardware Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3. Operator Panel and Display Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4. Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5. Setpoint Programming and I/O Programming
Using the Color Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6. Troubleshooting and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
7. Historical & Event Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Appendix A: Feature List and Status Display Messages . 32
Appendix B: I/O Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Appendix C: Operational Flowcharts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

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configurability and expandability in the future with add-on acces-

sory modules and hardware.
CAUTION
THE ATC-900 IS FACTORY PROGRAMMED FOR A SPECIFIC TRANS- 1.1 Preliminary Comments and Safety Precautions
FER SWITCH. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INTERCHANGE ATC-900 CON- This technical document is intended to cover most aspects associ-
TROL DEVICES WITHOUT CONSULTING THE FACTORY.
ated with the installation, application, operation, and maintenance
All possible contingencies which may arise during installation, of the ATC-900. It is provided as a guide for authorized and quali-
operation, or maintenance, and all details and variations of this fied personnel only in the selection and application of the ATC-
equipment do not purport to be covered by these instructions. If 900. Please refer to the specific WARNING and CAUTION in Sec-
further information is desired by purchaser regarding his particular tion 1.1.2 before proceeding.
installation, operation or maintenance of his equipment, the local If further information is required by the purchaser regarding a par-
Eaton representative should be contacted. ticular installation, application, or maintenance activity, an Eaton
representative should be contacted.
Eaton Disclaimer and Warning
NOTICE
WARNING DURING CONVERSATIONS WITH EATON CONCERNING TROUBLE-
SHOOTING OR PRODUCT RETURN, THE CUSTOMER MAY BE ASKED
USER RESPONSIBILITY - IMPROPER SELECTION, USE OR MAINTE- FOR INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THE SOFTWARE VERSION AND
NANCE OF THE SYSTEM, PRODUCTS OR COMPONENTS DESCRIBED OPTIONS INCLUDED IN THE SPECIFIC UNIT. REFER TO THE “NOTE”
IN THIS CATALOG MAY CAUSE OR RESULT IN DEATH, PERSONAL UNDER THE TOPIC “HELP PUSHBUTTON” IN PARAGRAPH 3.4 FOR
INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO OBTAIN THIS INFORMATION.

This document and other information from Eaton, its subsidiaries 1.1.1 Warranty and Liability Information
and authorized distributors provide product or system options for NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WAR-
users having technical expertise. RANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF MER-
This product is not intended for users who do not have technical CHANTABILITY, OR WARRANTIES ARISING FROM COURSE OF
expertise. The user, through its own analysis and testing, is DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE, ARE MADE REGARDING THE
solely responsible for making the final selection of the system INFORMATION, RECOMMENDATIONS AND DESCRIPTIONS CON-
and components and assuring that all performance, endurance, TAINED HEREIN. In no event will Eaton be responsible to the pur-
maintenance, safety and warning requirements of the application chaser or user in contract, in tort (including negligence), strict
are met. The user must analyze all aspect of the application, fol- liability or otherwise for any special, indirect, incidental or conse-
low applicable industry standards, and follow the information quential damage or loss whatsoever, including but not limited to
concerning the product in the current product catalog and in any damage or loss of use of equipment, plant or power system, cost
other materials provided from Eaton or its subsidiaries or autho- of capital, loss of power, additional expenses in the use of existing
rized distributors. power facilities, or claims against the purchaser or user by its cus-
To the extent that Eaton or its subsidiaries or authorized distribu- tomers resulting from the use of the information and descriptions
tors provide component or system options based upon data or contained herein. analyze all aspects of the application,follow
specifications provided by the user, the user is responsible for applicable industry standards, and follow the information concern-
determining that such data and specifications are suitable and ing the product in the current product catalog and in any other
sufficient for all appliations and all reasonable foreseeable uses materials
of the components or systems.
1.1.2 Safety Precautions
Section 1: Introduction All safety codes, safety standards, and/or regulations must be
strictly observed in the installation, operation, and maintenance of
Description this device.
Eaton’s ATC-900 brings intelligence, adaptability, supervisory and
programming capabilities to automatic transfer switch equipment.
The smartESTTM (smart Eaton Switch Technology) brings a new WARNING
standard in Automatic Transfer Switches. THE WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS INCLUDED AS PART OF THE PRO-
Extreme reliability makes the ATC-900 ideal for mission critical CEDURAL STEPS IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE FOR PERSONNEL SAFETY
applications in healthcare, wastewater, data center and other AND PROTECTION OF EQUIPMENT FROM DAMAGE.
industries. Typically used for utility-to-utility, utility-to-generator,
generator-to-generator and three source transfer systems, the
ATC-900 can address virtually any system requirements. WARNING
Ease-of-use is a major benefit of the ATC-900 controller. With a
simple, powerful user interface, many intuitive operating features COMPLETELY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE MATERIAL PRE-
SENTED IN THIS DOCUMENT BEFORE ATTEMPTING INSTALLATION,
are included. LED indications and a TFT based color display pro- OPERATION OR APPLICATION OF THE EQUIPMENT. IN ADDITION,
vide high visibility. Simple arrow keys are used for quick screen ONLY QUALIFIED PERSONS SHOULD BE PERMITTED TO PERFORM
navigation. No codes or abbreviations are used to avoid potential ANY WORK ASSOCIATED WITH THE EQUIPMENT. ANY WIRING
confusion and/or slow operation, and data screens are grouped for INSTRUCTIONS PRESENTED IN THIS DOCUMENT MUST BE FOL-
ease of viewing and edits. LOWED PRECISELY. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD CAUSE BODILY
INJURY, DEATH AND/OR PERMANENT EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
The ATC-900 is available in one standard model that offers a vari-
ety of monitoring and control features such as selective and auto-
matic load shedding, remote load testing, and event logging/
recording. Flexibility is another important benefit, allowing field

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1.2 Background • IEC 61000-3-3 Voltage flicker/fluctuation

Transfer switches are used to protect critical electrical loads • Seismic IBC/CBC certified
against loss of power. The load’s normal power source is backed • CSAT conformance C22.2 No. 178-1978 (reaffirmed 1992)
up by a secondary (emergency) power source. A transfer switch is • European standards conformance (CE mark)
connected to both the normal and emergency sources and sup-
plies the load with power from one of these two sources. In the The ATC-900 provides an unmatched degree of programmed flexi-
event that power is lost from the normal source, the transfer bility to address the needs of any system. It operates from most
switch transfers the load to the secondary source. Transfer can be system voltages available worldwide at 50 or 60 Hertz (and 24
automatic or manual depending upon the type of transfer switch VDC using the CT Module option). In addition, a period of no con-
equipment being used. Once normal power is restored, the load is trol power operation is provided. The ATC-900 monitors the condi-
transferred back to the normal power source. The transfer switch, tion of the 3-phase line-to-line voltage and frequency of both the
in this manual, could be a Case Switch/Breaker, Molded Case Normal and Emergency sources. It can also be programmed for sin-
Switch/Breaker, or a Contactor type. gle-phase operation. The ATC-900 provides the necessary intelli-
In automatic transfer switch equipment, the switch’s intelligence gence to insure that the switch operates properly through a series
system initiates the transfer when normal power fails or falls of programmed sensing and timing functions.
below a preset voltage. If the emergency source is a standby gen- The ATC-900 will form fit into the opening of the ATC-600/800
erator, the transfer switch initiates generator starting and trans- and an easy upgrade kit is available for previous switch wiring.
fers to the emergency source when sufficient generator voltage is A standard ATC-900 will:
available. When normal power is restored, the transfer switch
automatically transfers back and initiates generator engine shut- • Monitor Normal and Emergency source voltages and frequen-
down. cies
An automatic transfer switch consists of three basic elements: • Provide second to none Event Summary, Hi-Speed Capture, and
History information
1. Main contacts to connect and disconnect the load to and from • Permit customer programming including I/O
the source of power • Display real time and historical information through a color 4.5
2. A transfer mechanism to affect the transfer of the main con- inch TFT display
tacts from source to source • System diagnostics through the display
3. Intelligence/supervisory circuits to constantly monitor the con- • All I/O are available to the user
dition of the power sources and thus provide the intelligence • Features are opened to user
necessary for the switch and related circuit operation • Communicate using a MODBUS-485, Ethernet (not standard),
This document deals with the third basic element of the automatic and USB
transfer switch, the required intelligence/ supervisory circuits. • Provide faceplate source/load status indications (MIMIC bus)
Prior to the introduction of ATC-900, this function was performed
by a door mounted logic panel. The logic panel could be the relay 1.4 Functions/Features/Options
logic type or the solid state logic type. In either case, the panel The primary function of ATC-900 is to accurately monitor power
consists of a number of individually mounted and wired devices sources and provide the necessary intelligence to operate a trans-
offering a limited amount of system flexibility, especially in the fer switch in an appropriate and timely manner. In addition,
case of the relay logic design. The ATC-900 brings intelligence, ATC-900 provides useful present and historical data, reliable two-
supervisory and programming capabilities, never before available, way communications, and programming through the device’s face-
to automatic transfer switch equipment. plate or communications. ATC-900 features digital signal proces-
1.3 Product Overview sor (DSP) technology to provide and maintain superior precision
and versatility during both programming and data access.
The ATC-900 is a comprehensive, multi-function, microprocessor-
based automatic transfer switch controller. It is a compact, self- 1.4.1 Operational Simplicity
contained, panel mounted device designed to replace traditional From installation, to programming, to usage, the ATC-900 was
relay and solid state logic panels (Figures 2 and 3). designed with operational simplicity in mind. Only one style needs
Designed to meet the needs of markets worldwide, the ATC-900 to be considered, regardless of input/output requirements or sys-
meets the following standards: tem voltages and frequencies. ATC-900 provides the functionality
of numerous other devices combined in one package that mounts
in less than 7 by 11 inches of panel space.
• ULT 991 Effects of shipping and storage test The user friendly front panel interface simplifies routine operation,
• Thermal cycling test programming, data presentation and setting adjustments. A large
• Humidity test color display provides flexibility and ease of use. The operation of
• UL 1008 Dielectric test front panel membrane pushbuttons moves the ATC-900 display
from function to function or step to step within menus. A single
• FCC Part 15 Conducted/radiated emissions (Class A) LED at the top of the faceplate provide an immediate indication as
• CISPR 11 Conducted/radiated emissions (Class A) to the device’s operational mode. An integrated Help Mode provides
• IEC 61000-4-2 Electrostatic discharge test immediate user assistance in the form of English language message
• IEC 61000-4-3 Radiated susceptibility tests displays through the use of a front panel Help pushbutton.
• IEC 61000-4-4 Fast transient tests The ATC-900 is communications ready, including Modbus 485,
Ethernet (External), and USB for thumb drives (memory sticks).
• IEC 61000-4-5 Surge withstand tests
• IEC 61000-4-6 Conducted immunity tests
• IEC 61000-4-11 Voltage dips and interruptions
• IEC 61000-3-2 Harmonics

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1.4.2 Standard and Optional Features The switch type also dictates what can be programmed. For
A variety of programmable features are available to meet a wide example, a two position contactor switch cannot have feature
array of application requirements. Individual features or feature TDN (Time Delay Neutral), as it has no neutral position available.
combinations provide the information required to tailor switches to A motor MCS/MCCB type transfer switch with motor operator
individual needs. cannot have closed transition as the switching mechanism is not
Unlike earlier controllers, the ATC-900 comes with standard fea- fast enough and will not meet the time line.
tures that are ready to use, with the exception of Closed Transi-
tion, Current metering, and Ethernet. Another advancement is that 1.5.2 In-Phase Operation
there are four (4) standard inputs and four (4) standard outputs The In-Phase operation of an Automatic Transfer Switch is an
that the operator can easily program by choosing from a wide open type transfer. It will allow a transfer between two available
array of predefined functions. Additional inputs and outputs can sources if the phase angle has a difference of eight degrees or
be added in groups of four (4) up to sixteen (16) for a maximum of less. Appendix A (32C, 32D, 32F) shows detailed descriptions of
twenty (20) in total. The inputs are DC wetted (24 Volts at 10 the different scenarios that can be performed using In-Phase.
ma) connections for various functional inputs.
As shown in the feature list of Appendix A for In-Phase, there are
1.5 Glossary of Terms and Features three scenarios for In-Phase:
32C= In-Phase default to Load Voltage Decay
NOTICE 32D= In-Phase default to Time Delay Neutral
WITH RESPECT TO THEIR USE IN THIS DOCUMENT AND AS THEY 32F= In-Phase
RELATE TO AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH OPERATION, THE FOL- The user setpoints for In-phase transition are similar to this:
LOWING WORDS OR PHRASES ARE DEFINED.
• Disabled (In-Phase not used)
Available
• Alarm on Synchronization Fail (Will not switch and will show
A source is defined as available when it is within its undervoltage/ an alarm)
overvoltage/underfrequency/overfrequency (if applicable) setpoint
• Fallback to Open on Synchronization Fail (To TDN or LVD)
ranges for the nominal voltage and frequency setting.
For example, with the setpoint at Fallback, using a two position
Unavailable
contactor, the switch will transfer, if no synchronisation occurs,
A source is defined as failed when it is outside of its undervoltage/ to the other source. The three position will allow the use of TDN.
overvoltage/underfrequency/overfrequency (if applicable) setpoint A two or three position could also use Load Voltage Decay.
ranges for the nominal voltage and frequency setting.
Normal Source 1.5.3 Closed Transition Operation
The Normal Source is defined as the source that is preferred. The Several Options for Closed Transition
Preferred Source setting allows the operator to select Source 1, Once an ATS is in the field, other uses or changes may occur that
Source 2 or NONE as the Preferred Source. If NONE is chosen, the could require changes from the original requirements. One area is
Preferred Source or the Normal Source will be the source that is the closed transition type switches. An application may initially
presently attached to the load. The default is set as being Source require that only a closed transition should be used and if it does
1 as the Preferred and Normal Source. not synchronize because of maybe frequency, then the switch will
Emergency Source not switch to the other source and will show an alarm signalling
this issue. If the requirements now have change, for example, and
The Emergency Source is defined as the source that is not pre- the switch must now transfer using open transition if closed does
ferred. If NONE is chosen for the Preferred Source setting, the not occur; instead of sending the controller back to the factory for
Emergency Source will be the source that is presently not reprogramming, one can easily change the user setpoints to
attached to the load. Therefore, in this condition after a transfer, accomplish any scenario. One may go from closed transition
the Normal and Emergency Sources will switch between Source 1 directly to Time Delay Neutral for example. All options are avail-
and 2. able to the user.
1.5.1 Features If closed transition is available on the switch, the user will receive
47 D and all of the other options 47 C, E, F, G which can be
The ATC-900 has many features that are available to the user. changed by the setpoints to disable or enable the functions (see
These features are standard and are available depending on the below). Screen 3 of 3 in the System Setup menu (See section
type of transfer switch used (i.e. Contactor, Power Case Switch/ 3.4.1) is where the user will set the transition types of the switch.
Breaker, or Molded Case Switch/Breaker, 2 or 3 position). Appen- If the switch can perform closed transition the user will set up the
dix A has a list of all of the features including any acronyms used setpoints depending on the scenario required as shown below.
along with a brief description. The feature numbers corresponds
to the internal codes and some of these numbers may be on the Closed Transition to Alarm (47D) or by changing the setpoints,
product drawings. See Table 5 "ATC-900 Features" for a compact Closed Transition > In-Phase > TDN
list of features, including a full list of available I/O. Consult
Closed Transition > In-Phase > LVD
Appendix B for I/O descriptions. For some transfer switch configu-
rations, standard input(s) and/or standard output(s) will be fixed at Closed Transition > TDN
the factory to support system functionality and will not be pro- Closed Transition > LVD
grammable in the field. An example of this is Service Entrance;
The user can disable closed transition and just use the following:
which requires Go To Neutral to be a fixed input. The programma-
ble I/Os are covered in Section 5. In-Phase > TDN
The only item that is optional for the transfer switch is the closed In-Phase > LVD
transition optional feature. The closed transition operation is cov- Also with Closed Transition and In-Phase disabled:
ered in section 1.5.3
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The user setpoints for closed transition are similar to this: Optional Feature 47F: Closed/Load Voltage Decay
• Disabled (Closed transition not used) Closed Transition is a feature that will temporarily parallel two live
• Alarm on Synchronization Fail (Will not switch and will show sources in a make-before-break scheme when performing a trans-
an alarm) fer. This achieves a transfer between sources with no power inter-
• Fallback to Open on Synchronization Fail (To in-phase, TDN, ruption. Both sources must be synchronized in frequency, phase,
and/or LVD) and voltage before the transfer is initiated.
Time Delay Load Voltage Decay utilizes the load voltage measure-
Optional Feature 47C: Closed/In-phase Transition/Load Voltage ments to sense back EMF that is generated when the transfer
Decay switch is in the neutral position. It provides a delay in transfer in
either direction if an unacceptable level is sensed as established
Closed Transition is a feature that will temporarily parallel two live by a customer programmed level. The transfer will not take place
sources in a make-before-break scheme when performing a trans- until the back EMF decays below the acceptable programmed
fer. This achieves a transfer between sources with no power level. This feature has a separate setting of enabling or disabling
interruption. Both sources must be synchronized in frequency, the operation. If disabled, the transfer switch will not delay in the
phase, and voltage before the transfer is initiated. neutral position and will transfer between the sources as fast as
In-phase transition is a feature that will allow a transfer between possible.
two live sources only when the phase difference between the two
sources is near zero. This is an open transition transfer that pre- Optional Feature 47G: Closed/Time Delay Neutral
vents in-rush currents from exceeding normal starting currents in Closed Transition is a feature that will temporarily parallel two live
the case where motor loads are being transferred. sources in a make-before-break scheme when performing a trans-
Load Voltage Decay utilizes the load voltage measurements to fer. This achieves a transfer between sources with no power inter-
sense back EMF that is generated when the transfer switch is in ruption. Both sources must be synchronized in frequency, phase,
the neutral position. It provides a delay in transfer in either direc- and voltage before the transfer is initiated.
tion if an unacceptable level is sensed as established by a cus- Time delay neutral provides a time delay in the transfer switch
tomer programmed level. The transfer will not take place until the neutral position when both breakers/contactors are open. This
back EMF decays below the acceptable programmed level. This delay takes place when the load is transferred in either direction to
feature has a separate setting of enabling or disabling the opera- prevent excessive in-rush currents due to out of phase switching
tion. If disabled, the transfer switch will not delay in the neutral of large motor loads.
position and will transfer between the sources as fast as possible.
Optional Feature 29G: Type of Operation (Selectable Automatic or
Optional Feature 47D: Closed Transition Only Manual)
Closed Transition is a feature that will temporarily parallel two live This feature provides two door mounted selector switches marked
sources in a make-before-break scheme when performing a trans- Auto/Manual and S1-Trip-S2 which permits the selection of auto-
fer. This achieves a transfer between sources with no power matic or manual operation. In manual operation, the user can man-
interruption. Both sources must be synchronized in frequency, ually initiate and electrically operate between S1, Trip, or S2. On
phase, and voltage before the transfer is initiated. If the two avail- the Contactor Bypass's, 29G uses the top switch and the bottom
able sources do not synchronize in a certain settable sync time, switch. See the switch instruction booklet for operating instruc-
the switch will not transfer and an output alarm will be present as tions. The controller is in Monitor Mode during the manual opera-
well as a red flashing banner on the controller stating; Failed to tion meaning the controller will not attempt to change the switch
Sync -(Frequency, Voltage, or Phase angle) position but will monitor the voltage availability and the switch
If the logic is forced into a fail safe mode (i.e. loss of connected positions. The ATC-900's display will show "MONITOR".
source), the logic will perform an open transfer.
Optional Feature 47E: Closed/In-Phase Transition/Time Delay
Neutral
Closed Transition is a feature that will temporarily parallel two live
sources in a make-before-break scheme when performing a trans-
fer. This achieves a transfer between sources with no power
interruption. Both sources must be synchronized in frequency,
phase, and voltage before the transfer is initiated.
In-phase transition is a feature that will allow a transfer between
two live sources only when the phase difference between the two
sources is near zero. This is an open transition transfer that pre-
vents in-rush currents from exceeding normal starting currents in
the case where motor loads are being transferred.
Time delay neutral provides a time delay in the transfer switch
neutral position when both breakers/contactors are open. This
delay takes place when the load is transferred in either direction to
prevent excessive in-rush currents due to out of phase switching
of large motor loads.

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Section 2: Hardware Description 2.3 Rear Access Area

The rear access area of the ATC-900 is normally accessible from
2.1 General the rear of an open switch panel door (Figure 2).
The purpose of this section is to familiarize the reader with ATC- All wiring connections to the ATC-900 are made at the rear of the
900 hardware, its nomenclature, and to list the unit’s specifica- chassis. For the sake of uniform identification, the frame of refer-
tions. The information presented is divided into the following four ence when discussing the rear access area is facing the back of
parts: the ATC-900 with the panel door open. Keeping safety in mind,
• Operator Panel; programming and downloading setpoints, history, and events can
• Rear Access Area; all be accomplished with the front door closed. A USB connector
• External Hardware; and with a cover is brought out from the back of the controller to the
front of the door on the switch using the device panel.
• Specification Summary.
2.3.1 Connections on Chassis
2.2 Operator Panel
The rear of the chassis provides self locking female connectors.
The operator panel, which is normally accessible from the outside See Figure 2 for connections for the left, right, and top of the
of a panel or door, provides a means for: ATC-900. See Section 4 for more information on input functional-
• Being alerted to specific conditions; ity. The part numbers of the connectors are shown below:
• Receiving functional help;
Connector Designation
• Programming; and
J1 Source 1 Sense Lines
• Parameter Monitoring/Selection/Metering.
LEDs, a display, pushbuttons, and a mimic bus make up the front J2 Source 2 Sense Lines
accessible operator panel (Figure 1). J3 Load Sense Lines
The Color high resolution TFT LCD is used to display all ATC-900 J4 Programmable Outputs (4) & Source Available Form C
monitored parameters, setpoints and messages in an easy to read
format. The display is approximately 2.25" x 4" (57.15mm x J5 RS-232 (Factory Use)
101.6mm). The TFT display is not a touch screen. J6 Transfer Control and Aux Inputs
The front operator panel supports seven long-life extended tem- J7 Control Power from Sources 1 and 2
perature membrane pushbuttons.
J8 USB Stick (thumb) Drive Connection (connector brought out to
front door panel)
J9 Programmable Inputs (4)
J11 I/O Module Interface
J12 Modbus 485 (User)
J13 RS-422
J14 DCT Module Interface

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9 6

8 10

1. ATC-900 Faceplate (UV resistant) 6. Help Pushbutton (provides help information in any
operational mode)
2. Operational Mode LEDs (highlighting ATC-900’s pres-
ent operational condition) 7. Increase/Decrease Pushbuttons (used individually,
pushbuttons move displayed information/setting up or
3. System Status Mimic Bus (easy-to-read and under- down through all possibilities)
stand LED type)
8. Lamp Test (test all LEDs on the mimic bus #3)
4. Color Display Window (easy-to-read monitored param-
eters, setpoints, and messages) 9. Enter Pushbutton (used to enable the screen selec-
tions)
5. Bypass Timer (used simultaneously to bypass timers
such as TDNE, TDEN, and TDEC) 10. Engine Test Pushbutton (used to start/stop a self-test)

Figure 1. ATC-900 Operator Panel.

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TOP VIEW

SW1 Modbus
Terminator
J1, J2, J3
Source/Load J12 User Modbus
Connectors J9 J5 J14 J13
4 Programmable RS-232 DCT RS-422 J11 I/O
Wet Inputs Module(s)
Module Interface
Interface
J8 USB Front Panel Interface
(Thumb Drive)
J6
J15 S1 & S2 Generator
Switch Position Start
Contacts
K1=S2 Open Earth Controller Ground
K2=S1 Open
K3=S1 Close
K4=S2 Close
J4 (4 Programmable Form C Dry Outputs)

J7
Sources 1 and 2 J4 Source
Control Power Available Outputs

LEFT SIDE VIEW RIGHT SIDE VIEW

Figure 2. ATC-900 (Top Left, and Right Side Views).

2.5 External Hardware The DCT Module also has a 24 Vdc input for powering the ATC-
900 controller. If 120 VAC and 24 Vdc is supplied to the control-
External hardware is viewed as any optional device mounted ler simultaneously, then the 120 Vac will be the powering supply.
directly to or remotely from the ATC-900, such as a DCT Module,
I/O Module, or an Ethernet device. Since the ATC-900 is always 61F is an option to add a DCT module and a 24VDC power supply
supplied with the necessary communications ports, these modules with a power buffer. This will allow the controller to stay on over
can be retrofitted to the ATC-900 at any time. It is recommended 20 seconds when power is removed, more than enough time to
that the control power to the ATC-900 (J7) be removed prior to ride through the power loss. The controller will then be able to
connecting or disconnecting the modules. See Figures 2, for con- continue to communicate over ie, the MODbus.
nections and section 2.5.2 for interface connections. The following Table 1 is a list of readings and accuracy available
2.5.1 DCT Module Description (Integrated Metering) on the display. Accuracy is for 5 amp secondary WYE or Delta
connections. The meter was tested at the full range of tempera-
The DCT (Direct Current-Current Transformer) Module is a current tures. The accuracies stated are for the meter components (DCT
transformer interface to the ATC-900 allowing current to be Module and ATC-900) only, not the CTs. CTs can be ordered
metered along with voltage and frequency that is already inte- with different accuracies (typically in the 1-2% range). Accuracy
grated into the controller. The DCT Module simply secures to the also can be affected by the CT not being in the correct range of
ATC-900 back using four #8 x less than 1/2 inch screws. With the current being measured, i.e. using a 600:5 CT for a 400 amp
the DCT module installed, the depth of the two units is 3.60 application. Although not a revenue meter, the measurements are
inches. The ribbon cable then plugs into J14 (see Figure 3). When highly accurate for most switch applications.
equipped with a DCT module, the ATC-900 serves as a multifunc-
tion power meter and provides multifunction measurement of
most electrical parameters including voltage, current, power, fre-
quency, energy, etc. The meter capabilities is specified as a 1%
class energy meter. The information is displayed on the color dis-
play on the front of the ATC-900. Readings can also be moni-
tored through the RS-485 modbus on the controller. The DCT is
used to measure load current when selective load shed is enabled.

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Table 1. Current, Voltage, Frequency, Metering Data.

CURRENT METERING UNITS ACCURACY NOTES
lA, lB, IC, Amperes ±1% of Accuracy applicable for 5 to 100% of I,
Reading and current will start metering at 2%

CURRENT METERING RANGE NOTES

Current Unbalance -- 0-100%

VOLTAGE METERING UNITS ACCURACY NOTES

VAB, VBC, VCA Volts ±1% of Applicable to Volt range of 34 to721 Vac
Reading

FREQUENCY UNITS ACCURACY NOTES

METERING
Frequency Hz ±0.2 Hz of Applicable to Volt range of 34 to 721 Vac
Reading

Table 2. Power and Energy Metering Data.

POWER METERING UNITS ACCURACY NOTES
Active kW ±1.5% of Reading Approximately 1-second update
Apparent kVA ±1.5% of Reading Approximately 1-second update
Reactive kvar ±1.5% of Reading Approximately 1-second update

PF (power factor) --- 0-±1.00

Voltage Inputs (Measurement Category)

• Range: Universal, Auto-ranging up to 416 Vac L-N, 721 Vac Figure 3. DCT Module attached.
L-L Compliance
• Supported hookups: 3 Element Wye, or Delta • UL Listing: E38116, Vol.3, Sec. 18
• Input Impedance: 2 MOhm/Phase • ULT 991 Effects of shipping and storage test
• Burden: 0.0072 VA/Phase at 120 Volts • Thermal cycling test
• Fault Withstand: Meets IEEE C37.90.1 • Humidity test
Current Inputs • UL 1008 Dielectric test
• 5 A Nominal, 10 A Maximum • FCC Part 15 Conducted/radiated emissions (Class A)
• Burden: 0.005 VA Per Phase Max at 11 Amps • CISPR 11 Conducted/radiated emissions (Class A)
• Pickup Current: 0.1% of Nominal • IEC 61000-4-2 Electrostatic discharge test
• Connections: 0.25% Screw Terminal • IEC 61000-4-3 Radiated susceptibility tests
• Fault Withstand: 100 A/10 sec., 300 A/3 sec., 500 A/1 sec. • IEC 61000-4-4 Fast transient tests
• IEC 61000-4-5 Surge withstand tests
Isolation
• IEC 61000-4-6 Conducted immunity tests
• All inputs are isolated to 2600 Vac
• IEC 61000-4-8 Conducted magnetic fields
Measurement Methods • IEC 61000-4-11 Voltage dips and interruptions
• Voltage, Current: True RMS • IEC 61000-3-2 Harmonics
• Power: Sampling at 64 Samples per Cycle on All Channels Mea- • IEC 61000-3-3 Voltage flicker/fluctuation
sured Readings Simultaneously • Seismic IBC/CBC certified
• A/D Conversion: 16 simultaneous 12 bit Analog-to-Digital Con- • CSAT conformance C22.2 No. 178-1978 (reaffirmed 1992)
verters
• European standards conformance (CE mark)
Mechanical Parameters
• Depth: 1.58"
• Total depth including controller is 2.60" + 1.58" = 4.18 C
Total

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2.5.2 I/O Module Description 2.5.3 Ethernet Module Description

The I/O Module is an extension of the ATC-900 controller's programmable inputs The Ethernet Communications Module is an accessory that oper-
and outputs. Each I/O Module has four inputs and four outputs. The inputs are ates as a communicating device in conjunction with a the ATC-
DC wetted (24 Volts at 10 ma) connections for various functional inputs. See
Figure 4 and Figure 5. Up to four modules can be used with the ATC-900 giving
900 via an Ethernet network. The Ethernet Module provides Ether-
the user up to 20 inputs or 20 outputs (including the controller's standard I/Os). net TCP/IP. The J12 connection will be utilized for the Ethernet
Depending on the options selected with the transfer switch, some of the I/Os Module.
may be required to be fixed from the factory so that the user cannot change that
particular input or output. An example may be for Service Entrance, where the 2.5.4 USB Port
"Go To Neutral" must be a fixed input. The Fixed I/Os will usually be on the
ATC-900 controller's I/O pins (wired to a terminal block). See Table 5 in Section Every ATC-900 transfer switch includes a front panel, NEMA 4X
5.5 for the Features that relate to the switch type. Section 5.5 will also have rated, USB port for use in uploading/downloading set points and
instructions on how to set the I/O functions required for an application. The historical data to a USB flash drive. The connector is on the device
module(s) are interfaced to the controller using 485 communications with a
panel and has a flip down cover. Setpoints can be preconfigured
picked address on the front of the unit. Each I/O Module requires 120 Vac for
power. Most transfer switch configurations have the power connector already and saved on the flash drive to reduce the time spent on-site for
included in the harness for two I/O Modules. If the ATC-900 is powered by 24 commissioning. Setpoints can quickly be copied from one ATS
Vdc, and the power is removed from the switch, the I/O module will not and uploaded to another. No laptop is required.
communicate to the ATC-900. A warning will be shown on the ATC-900. If the
Downloading event data provides the ability to more thoroughly
ATC-900 is powered by 24Vdc, then the I/O Module(s) should also use 24Vdc.
There is a small inverter for this purpose. There is also a 24 - 24 DC filter that analyze information using a PC. Data can be quickly e-mailed
also can be integrated. The I/O Module's dimensions are 4.41" wide x 5.74" when offsite troubleshooting support is required. See Section 7.1
long x 3.14" deep. A CAT V cable is used to hook the I/O modules (Figure 5). for downloading event data.

OUTPUTS (COM-NO-NC) 2.5.5 HMI Remote Annunciator and Controller (RAC)

12-11-10 9-8-7 6-5-4 3-2-1 POWER (S1, S2) The HMi Remote Annunciator and Controller is an optional acces-
sory that monitors and controls up to eight transfer switches on a
7” LCD touchscreen. It is compatible with either Modbus RTU or
Modbus TCP/IP protocols. A basic mimic bus for each transfer
switch displays source availability, source connected and pre-
ferred source. Users can drill down to metered source values and
event history for each transfer switch. Users can also change set-
points and do many of the functions remotely instead of being in
front of the switch. All control features are password protected
and include engine test, transfer to emergency (peak shaving),
manual retransfer and bypass time delays.

2.5.6 Connector Part Numbers

ATC-900 mating connectors (Plugs)
CONNECTOR
DESIGNATION # OF PINS CONNECTOR PART#
J1 3 1268C07H41
J2 3 1268C07H41
J3 3 1268C07H41
COMMUNICATION INPUTS
10 9-8 7-6 5-4 3-2 1 J4 19 67A2590H25
GND - IN4, IN3, IN2, IN1, Do not use
J5 3 66A8190H01
Figure 4. I/O Module Connections. J6 12 67A2590H32
J7 4 1268C07H31
J8 USB M22-USB-SA
J9 8 66A8190H04
SHLD J11 4 66A8190H02
ATC-900 CMN J12 4 66A8190H02
A(-) J13 4 66A8190H02
J11
J14 n/a from DCT Module
B(+)
J15 6 66A8190H03
DCT Module
SHLD

SHLD
CMN

CMN
B(+)

B(+)
A(-)

A(-)

J3 J18 2 66A8190H05
#3 #4 I/O Module
I/O MODULE I/O MODULE J1 120VAC Power 4 1268C07H31
#1 #2
J2 Inputs and GND 10 67A2590H28
J3 Communications 4 66A8190H02
Figure 5. I/O Module(s) Wiring. J4 Outputs Form C 12 67A2590H32

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2.6 Specification Summary Refer to Table 3.

Table 3. ATC-900 Specifications.
PARAMETER SPECIFICATION
Control Power: • 120 Vac (50/60 Hz)42mA-ac (operating range 65 to 160 Vac) or 24 Vdc (+/- 20%) at 213mA-dc with DCT Module
Power Consumption: • 20 VA
Environmental Conditions:
Operating Temperature • -4.0 to 158 F (-20° to 70°C)
Storage Temperature • 22°F to +176°F (-30°C to +80°C)
Operating Humidity • up to 90% Relative Humidity (non-condensing)
Enclosure Compatibility: • NEMA 12 (standard mounting)
• NEMA 4/4X (mounted with gasket between panel and device faceplate)
• NEMA 3R (outdoor)
• UV Resistant ATC-900 Faceplate
System Voltage Application: • 120 to 600 Vac (50/60 Hz) (single or three phase)
Voltage Measurements: • Source 1, Source 2 and Load (VAB, VBC, VCA for Three-Phase System)
Voltage Measurement Range: • 0 to 700 Vac
Voltage Measurement Accuracy: • ±1%
Frequency Measurements: • Source 1 and Source 2
Frequency Measurement Range: • 40 to 80 Hz
Frequency Measurement Accuracy: • ±0.1 Hz
Applicable Testing: • UL Recognized Component including the I/O and DCT Modules
• Meets Seismic Requirements of Uniform and California Building Codes
(exceeding requirements of worst case Zone 4 levels) 3rd Quarter 2014
• Complies with UL 991 environmental tests
• Complies with IEC 61000-4-2, 61000-4-3, 61000-4-4, and 61000-4-5
• Complies with CISPR 11, Class A
• Complies with FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Class A

5.00 (127.0)

3.63 (92.1)

Top view

6.72 (170.7) .50 (12.7) 2.10 (53.4)

10.25 9.31
(260.4) (236.5)

Front view Side view

Figure 6. Dimensions. Depth of 3.60 inches with DCT module installed. Same footprint as the ATC-600/800.

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Section 3: Operator Panel and Display Menus Source 2 Preferred - Status LED
This LED is lit green if Source 2 is the preferred source choice.
3.1 General
Source 2 Connected - Status LED
The operator panel, which is normally accessible from the outside
of a panel or door, provides a means for being alerted to specific This LED is lit red if Source 2 is connected. This is accomplished
conditions, receiving functional help, programming, and parameter by sensing the Source 2 breaker/contactor via the S2 closed auxil-
monitoring/selection (Figure 1). For the purpose of familiarization, iary contact.
the panel is divided into three sub-sections and discussed individu- 3.3 Pushbuttons
ally:
• LEDs The front operations panel supports seven blue membrane push-
buttons. Pushbuttons accomplish their function when pressed and
• Pushbuttons released. Certain pushbuttons, like the Increase and Decrease
• Color Display Window (not a touch screen). Pushbuttons, will also continue to scroll if they are pressed and
not released.

3.3.2 Help Pushbutton

NOTICE
When the Help pushbutton is pressed and released with the
WITH RESPECT TO THEIR USE IN THIS DOCUMENT AND AS THEY ATC-900 in any mode, the display will show a message. Mes-
RELATE TO AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH OPERATION, THE sages and explanations relative to what is being viewed in the dis-
WORDS “CYCLE” AND “EVENT” ARE DEFINED AS FOLLOWS:
play are intended to prompt and assist the operator.
CYCLE –A COMPLETE OPERATION FROM NORMAL TO EMERGENCY Pressing the Help and Enter pushbutton at the same time will
TO NORMAL. allow the user to bypass the timers including Time Delay Normal
to Emergency, Time Delay Emergency to Normal, Time Delay Neu-
EVENT –A FAILURE RESULTING IN SOME TYPE OF SWITCH AND/OR
SWITCH INTELLIGENCE ACTION. tral, and Engine Cooldown.

3.3.3 Engine Test Pushbutton

A self test is initiated when the Engine Test pushbutton is pressed
and the controller password is entered. Pressing the Engine Test
NOTICE pushbutton again while in the engine run condition aborts the test.
REFER TO SECTION 3.4 FOR AN OVERALL VIEW OF ATC-900’S Upon test initiation, a generator start of the non-preferred source is
MENU TREE. engaged after the Time Delay Engine Start timeout. If a full test is
programmed, a transfer with all programmed times occurs. The
3.2 LEDS ATC-900 includes a unique set of independently programmable time
LEDs are used to indicate the device’s mode of operation, the status delays activated during a test. The test engine run timer will hold the
of the system, and the operations and/or conditions of displayed load for the required timeout and the test is concluded with a re-
functions. The LED at the top of the ATC-900 provide a quick snap- transfer cycle. For an engine run only test, no transfer will occur and
shot of the unit’s status (Mode). Six LEDs, just above the display the engine will run for the programmed run time.
window, indicate which portions of the mimic bus are active, and
the actual status of both sources and load.
Unit Status LED NOTICE
This LED blinks green indicating that the ATC-900 is operating
THE OPTIONAL PLANT EXERCISER FEATURE ALLOWS FOR AUTO-
and providing the transfer switch control function in keeping with MATIC PROGRAMMING OF THE DESIRED TEST CYCLE ON A SCHED-
programmed setpoints. If the LED is not lit or is on continuously, a ULED BASIS. IF THE SWITCH IS UNABLE TO PROCESS EITHER A
problem may be indicated. PLANT EXERCISER REQUEST OR THE ENGINE TEST PUSHBUTTON
ITSELF DUE TO TRANSFER SWITCH STATUS, THE REQUEST IS
Source 1 Available - Status LED IGNORED.
This LED is lit white if Source 1 meets the criteria for programmed
Source 1 setpoints. Source 1 Preferred - Status LED 3.3.4 Enter Pushbutton
This LED is lit red if Source 1 is the preferred source choice. The Enter pushbutton allows the user to select different areas of
the display after arrow buttons move to the area of need.
Source 1 Preferred - Status LED
This LED is lit Green if Source 1 is the preferred source choice. 3.3.5 Increase, Decrease, Left, and Right Arrow Pushbuttons
Source 1 Connected - Status LED These pushbuttons, when pressed and released for step by step
changes or held depressed for scrolling, increase, or decrease set-
This LED is lit green if Source 1 is connected. This is accom- points. While historical information is being displayed, the Increase
plished by sensing the Source 1 breaker/contactorvia the S1 pushbutton will scroll through events, and the Decrease pushbutton
closed auxiliary contact. will scroll through the actual time and date of the event. The push-
Source 2 Available - Status LED buttons allow for navigation through the menus for all functional-
This LED is lit amber if Source 2 meets the criteria for pro- ity.
grammed Source 2 setpoints.

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3.4 Display and Menus

The ATC-900 provides a comprehensive array of monitored param-
eters, setpoints, and messages via its easy to read Color Display
Window.

2. View Setpoints (Time Delays)

NOTICE i. TD Normal to Emergency
WHETHER VIEWING OR PROGRAMMING, THE DISPLAY GOES TO ii. TD Emergency to Normal
THE HOME SCREEN IF NO PUSHBUTTON ACTIVITY IS DETECTED iii. TD Pre-Transfer
FOR APPROXIMATELY TWO MINUTES.
iv. TD Post Transfer
3.4.1 Color Display v. TD Engine Start
The color display, under Main Menu contains six main top level vi. TD Engine Cool
functions. See Figure 7a. Remember, the display is not a touch vii.TD Engine Fail
screen; one must use the push buttons below the screen. This
particular screen is showing 120 volts single phase and both of 3. View Setpoints Dropouts/Pickups
the sources are available. a. Screen 1 Setpoints Voltage Limits (1 0f 3)
From these top level menus, one can navigate through the fea- i. Undervoltage Dropout
tures. Section 5 shows how to program setpoints and I/Os. Sec- ii. Undervoltage Pickup
tion 7 shows how to view and download Historical Data and iii. Overvoltage Dropout
Events by using a thumb drive (memory stick). See Appendix A
iv. Overvoltage Pickup
for Status Display Messages. Below is a map of the Display
Menus. b. Screen 2 Setpoints Frequency Limits (2 0f 3)
i. Underfrequency Dropout
ii. Underfrequency Pickup
Main Menu (Figure 7a) iii. Overfrequency Dropout
Load Metering - View Setpoints - Change Setpoints - Historical iv. Overfrequency Pickup
Data - System Info - USB Menu c. Screen 3 Setpoints Negative Sequence (3 0f 3)
(Not available for single-phase systems)
1. View Setpoints System
i. Voltage Unbalance Dropout
a. Screen 1 Setpoints - System Setup (1 of 3)
ii. Voltage Unbalance Pickup
i. Language
iii. Voltage Phase Loss Dropout
ii. Frequency
iv. Voltage Phase Loss Pickup
iii. System Voltage
v. Current Unbalance Dropout
iv. Number of Phases
vi. Current Unbalance Pickup
v. Generators
vii. Current Unbalance Enable Threshold
vi. Preferred Source
viii. Dropout Time Delayi.Voltage Unbalance Dropout
vii. PT Ratio
(Source 1 Source 2)
viii.CT Ratio
ix. Automatic DST 4. View Setpoints Engine Test/PE
x. Lead/Lag Sign a. Screen 1 Setpoints - Engine Test/Plant Exercisers (1 of 3)
xi. CT Connection i. Engine Test Mode
ii. Engine Test Run Time
b. Screen 2 Setpoints - System Setup (2 of 3) iii. TD Normal to Emergency
i. Operating Mode iv. TD Emergency to Normal
ii. Phase Sequence Check v. TD Engine Cool
iii. Commit to Transfer b. Screen 2 Setpoints - Plant Exerciser 1 (2 of 3)
iv. Manual Retransfer i. PE1 Test Mode
v. Modbus Address ii. PE1 Run Time
vi. Modbus Configuration iii. Schedule
c. Screen 2 Setpoints - System Setup (3 of 3) iv. Start Time
i. Closed Transition (No Sync to Alarm or Open) v. PE1 Day
ii. Frequency Diff vi. Exerciser 1 Dates
iii. Voltage Diff c. Screen 3 Setpoints - Plant Exerciser 2 (3 of 3)
iv. In-Phase Transition (No Sync to Alarm or Open) i. PE2 Test Mode
v. Frequency Diff ii. PE2 Run Time
vi. Sync Timer iii. Schedule
vii. Time Delay Neutral (TDN) iv. Start Time
viii.Load Decay v. PE2 Day
vi. Exerciser 2 Dates

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5. View Setpoints Prog I/O

a. Screen 1 Setpoints Programmable Inputs (1 of 2)
i. Main Input 1
ii. Main Input 2
iii. Main Input 3
iv. Main Input 4
v. Number of Accessory I/O Modules
b. Screen 2 Setpoints Programmable Outputs (2 of 2)
i. Main Output 1
ii. Main Output 2
iii. Main Output 3
iv. Main Output 4
6. Change Setpoints
a. Screen 1 Enter Password (0900)
The Change Setpoints screen contains the same menus as the Figure 7a. Main Menu.
View Setpoints screen, above except that, after the correct
password is given, the user can change the setpoints. Figure 7. Main Menu.

7. Historical Data
a. Event Summary
b. Event Details
c. Hi-Speed Captures
d. Event Data
8. System Info (Figure 7b)
a. Style
b. Transitions
c. GO Number
d. Serial Number
e. Fixed I/O
f. Firmware Versions
g. Time & Date
9. USB Menu
a. Save Setpoints Figure 7b. System Info Screen.
b. Load Setpoints
c. Save Statistics
d. Save Events
e. Save Hi-Speed

There are deeper menus (ie, Prog I/O) but they will be discussed in
sections 5 and 7. Section 5 is "Setpoint Programming and I/O Pro-
gramming. Section 7 is "Historical & Event Display". Figure 7b
shows the System Info screen. System information is shown
including the GO#, Style number, and revisions. The Set Time &
Date button provides time/date change..

The color display also features a status bar that appears across
the top whenever any of the following conditions are present:
Currently Active Controller Features (e.g. Emergency Inhibit,
Engine Test, etc.)
Currently Active Alarms (banner turns red)
Appendix A shows a list of Status Display Messages

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Section 4: Operation 4.2.1 I/O Functions

As described in Section 2, the rear access area provides for
4.1 General access to all input connections. Each contact input provides a
This section specifically describes the operation and functional wetted 24 Vdc at 10 mA. Refer to Figure 2 for a graphical repre-
use of the ATC-900. It is divided into three main categories: sentation and position of all input connections. There are two
types of I/Os, programmable and fixed. Most I/O are programma-
• Automatic Mode;
ble by the user at any time. There are a few that are fixed from
• Test Mode; and the factory. These
• Programming Mode. I/O are fixed as the functions they performed are critical or
defined by factory installed hardware, and should not be repro-
The practical use and operation within each specific category will
grammed by a user. For example, on switches equipped with ser-
be discussed in this section. It is assumed that prior sections were
vice entrance, one of the programmable inputs would be
reviewed and that the operator has a basic understanding of the
permanently set to "Go to Neutral".
hardware. It is important that the operator have a good grasp of
the functional use of the operator panel as covered in Section 3.
This will make movement within each category and between cate-
gories a simple task. This familiarity will quickly put the unsur-
passed capabilities of ATC-900 at the operator’s fingertips.
NOTICE
CERTAIN INPUTS MAY NOT BE OPERATIONAL DEPENDING ON USER
PURCHASED OPTIONS.
NOTICE
The ATC-900 provides for four in and four out programmable I/
IT IS IMPORTANT TO REMEMBER THAT ATC-900 CONTINUES TO Os.
PROVIDE PROGRAMMED PROTECTION AND AUTOMATIC OPERA-
TION NO MATTER WHICH MODE THE DEVICE IS IN AT THE TIME IT Source 1 Auxiliary Close
IS CALLED UPON TO OPERATE.
This input is located on pins 1 and 2 of connector J6 and factory
wired to the Source 1 breaker (or contactor) auxiliary contact that
4.2 Automatic Mode is closed when the Source 1 breaker is closed.
The Automatic Mode of ATC-900 provides for automatic transfer S1 Available
and re-transfer from source to source as dictated by the features This Form C relay is used to indicate the availability of Source 1.
supplied and their programmed setpoint values. It provides a sum- The full Form C contact of this relay is implemented with common
mary of ATC-900’s intelligence and supervisory circuits which pin 1, normally closed (NC) pin 3, and normally open (NO) pin 2 of
constantly monitor the condition of both Normal and Emergency connector J4. This relay essentially duplicates the Source 1 avail-
power sources thus providing the required intelligence for transfer able status LED meaning that the setpoint criteria has been met.
operations. These circuits, for example, automatically initiate an The relay contacts are rated for 10 A, 1-3 HP @ 250 Vac. The DC
immediate transfer of power when power fails or voltage levels rating is 10 A @30 Vdc.
drop outside a preset value. Exactly what the ATC-900 will initi-
ate in response to a given system condition depends upon the S2 Available
combination of standard and selected optional features.The user This Form C relay is used to indicate the availability of Source 2.
may program several features and Input/Output functions. The full Form C contact of this relay is implemented with common
Optional features are: Closed Transition, Current Metering, and pin 4, normally closed pin 6, and normally open pin 5 of connector
Ethernet. Refer to Section 1.4.2 J4. This relay essentially duplicates the Source 2 available status
When the preferred source is connected and the automatic trans- LED meaning that the setpoint criteria has been met. The relay
fer switch is operating normally, the status appears in the display contacts are rated for 10 A, 1-3 HP @ 250 Vac. The DC rating is
window. In the event of a power failure, the display automatically 10 A @30 Vdc.
becomes active, showing the status of timers relative to an alter- Source 2 Auxiliary Close
nate source transfer. Once the alternate source becomes avail-
This input is located on pins 3 and 4 of connector J6 and wired to
able, the transfer is made consistent with pre-programmed
the Source 2 breaker (or contactor) auxiliary contact that is closed
features. In a similar manner, transfer back to the preferred source
when the Source 2 breaker is closed.
is made once the preferred source is again available. System con-
ditions relative to the sources and the load are clearly indicated by S1 Generator
the LED type mimic bus. This latched coil relay provides a Form C contact on pins 1(COM),
2 (NO), 3 (NC) of connector J15. The relay is the generator start
relay for system configurations employing a generator on the
NOTICE input source designated Source 1. The generator start relay con-
THE ATC-900 CONTROLLER MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED AT J- tacts are rated for 5 A, 1/6 HP @ 250 Vac. The DC rating is 5 A
4, PIN 19 FOR PROPER OPERATION.. @ 30 Vdc with a 150 W maximum load.
S2 Generator
This latched coil relay provides a Form C contact on pins 4
(COM), 5 (NO), 6 (NC) of connector J15. The relay is the genera-
tor start relay for system configurations employing a generator on
the input source designated Source 2. The generator start relay
contacts are rated for 5 A, 1/6 HP @ 250 Vac. The DC rating is 5
A @ 30 Vdc with a 150 W maximum load.

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Transfer Operation Connections Output Relays K1, K2, K3, K4 Manual Re-Transfer (Input)
K1, K2, K3, and K4 on J6 pins 5 through 12 are factory wired to With manual retransfer enabled, a momentary closure allows the
operate the transfer switch. The relay contacts for each are rated ATC-900 to proceed with a re-transfer operation at the operators
for 10 A, 1/3 HP @ 250 Vac. The DC rating is 10 A @30 Vdc. discretion. Should a failure of the emergency source occur while
The K relay outputs are used to control the transfer device. Cer- waiting for the manual return, the re-transfer proceeds automati-
tain configurations of power use only the Open K relays. The K cally (failsafe).
relays default configuration is: Emergency Inhibit (Load Shed) (Input)
This input is enabled when the Emergency Inhibit (36) is enabled.
K1 = S2 Open (Trip) The contact is closed for normal operation. Opening this contact
K2 = S1 Open (Trip) will activate the Emergency Inhibit input.
K3 = S1 Close If the Emergency Inhibit contact is opened when the load is con-
K4 = S2 Close nected to the Normal Source, no action will be taken if the Normal
Source is available. If the Normal Source is not available, an imme-
diate transfer to the Neutral position will occur.
The user should refer to the switch drawings for usage. The relays
mementarily energize until the ATC-900 senses that the switching If the Emergency Inhibit contact is opened when the load is con-
device has closed or opened (Using AUX-illary contacts) and then nected to the Emergency Source, the ATC-900 will transfer the
de-energizes the K relay to the normally open state. load to the Normal Source if it is available. If the Normal Source is
not available, an immediate transfer to the Neutral position will
4.2.2 Popular Inputs and Outputs (Programmable I/O) occur if the Emergency Source is available.
The following are some popular I/Os that can be programmed. See The Emergency Inhibit input is only active when either Source 1 or
the I/O Table 5 in Section 5.5 and Appendix B for all of the I/O Source 2 is preferred. This input is ignored if the Preferred Source
Descriptions. A configurable (programmable) input can only be selection is set to None.
defined to one contact while an output can have multiple con- The Emergency Inhibit input takes priority over the Go To Emer-
tacts. A fixed input or output is one that is not user programma- gency input if both inputs are activated at the same time. In this
ble as it is fixed from the factory. It is tied to a switch or function case, the generator will start but a transfer to the Emergency
of a switch that requires that input or output. Source will be inhibited until the Emergency Inhibit input is de-acti-
vated. If the preferred source is lost during this time, the switch
Lockout (Input) will transfer to the Neutral position.
The Lockout contact is closed to enable normal, automatic opera-
tion. Opening this contact will Inhibit all automatic operation. Three Source ATS Control (Master (output)/Slave (Input))
This feature is used when non-automatic control is required. The The ATC-900 Master/Slave controller functionality provides the
ATC-900 continues to monitor source status and will accurately user with the ability to control a three-source system consisting of a
display status on the controller's mimic bus. After the controller utility and two generator sources. In a three-source system, the
has been locked, the user must reset the controller by simultane- Master ATS controls the engine starting and stopping of the Slave
ously pressing the Help and Enter buttons. ATS. See Feature list, 90A and 90B for a full functionality write-up.
Note: The Slave ATS requires the DCT module for a DC power inputto keep
Go To Emergency (Input) the controller powered or a UPS if desired.
When the Go to Emergency contact is closed, a transfer to the The Master ATS handles all transfer time delays between the Util-
Emergency Source will be initiated. If the Emergency Source fails ity to Generator transfer. The master is the Generator Start from
and the Normal Source is available, the ATC-900 will initiate a the first ATS.
transfer back to the Normal Source (failsafe).
The Go To Emergency input is only usable when either Source 1 4.4 Test Mode
or Source 2 is preferred. This input will be disabled when the Pre-
ferred Source selection is set to None. The Engine Test is intended to allow periodic system tests. The
exact test conditions are determined by the programmed set-
The Emergency Inhibit input takes priority over the Go To Emer-
points. The operator-selected parameters include setting the
gency input if both are activated at the same time. In this case,
engine run time and the Test Mode. Refer to Table 4 for test pro-
the generator will start but a transfer to the Emergency Source
gramming details.
will be inhibited until the Emergency Inhibit input is de-activated.
There are three test modes:
Bypass Timers (Input)
1 No Load Engine Run Test;
This momentary contact will bypass the timer for TDEN, TDNE,
2 Load Transfer Engine Test; or
TDN, TDES, and TDEC. By pushing the Help and Enter buttons on
3 Disabled.
the front of the controller (Bypass Timer) at the same time the
countdown will be set to 0 for the current countdown. The next IF THE ATS IS UNABLE TO PROCESS A ENGINE TEST REQUEST
timer will then start. There is also a programmable input that will DUE TO THE ATS STATUS, THE REQUEST IS IGNORED.
allow the bypass timer to be completed remotely if desired.
When the Engine Test pushbutton is pressed, the display will
Go To Neutral (Input) prompt the user to input a password (factory set to 0900). Use
A maintained closed contact forces the controller to switch to the the arrow keys to enter the password, then press the right arrow
Neutral position, thereby disconnecting the load from both key to highlight the "Enter Password" icon and press the Enter
sources. key.
The ATC-900 will display the Time Delay on Engine Starting
(TDES) timer countdown. Once the TDES countdown reaches
zero, the ATC-900 Controller will initiate an engine start. The
engine run duration will be per the Engine Run Test Time setpoint.

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If Test Mode is set to "Engine Run", then the switch will start the 4.5 USB Interface (Event Status-Setpoints)
non-preferred generator, but will not initiate a transfer to the non-
Every ATC-900 transfer switch includes a front panel, NEMA 4X
preferred source.
rated USB port for use in configuring set points or downloading
If Test Mode is set to "Load Transfer", then the switch will start event data to a USB flash drive. The USB interface is brought to
the non-preferred generator and initiate a transfer to the non-pre- the front of the enclosure to enable flash memory (memory stick)
ferred source once the generator output has reached the specified to be plugged in to upload or download data such as History Data
setpoints. Logging, or Setpoints. The USB interface will only work with
memory devices and not laptop computers.
All enabled and programmed time delays will be performed per the
setpoints during an engine test. The time delays will appear on the 4.5.1 Upload/Download Setpoints via USB
LCD Display with “countdown to zero” when active. Depending To reduce the time spent on site for commissioning, set points
on the setpoints and the optional features selected with the ATC- can be configured at a PC using the ATC-900 configuration
900 Controller, these can include: software and saved to a USB flash drive to be uploaded to one or
• Time Delay Engine Start (TDES); multiple controllers. Set points are also easily copied from one
controller to another.
• Time Delay Normal to Emergency (TDNE);
• Time Delay Emergency to Normal (TDEN); 4.5.2 Downloading Statistics and Event logs via USB
• Time Delay for Engine Cooldown (TDEC); Downloading statistics and event capture data provides the user
• Time Delay Neutral (TDN); and the ability to more thoroughly analyze high speed capture data
• Pre-transfer Delay Signal (TD PRE-TRAN). using a PC, or data can be emailed to Eaton's Technical Support
• Post-transfer Delay Signal (TD POST-TRAN). Team when off site troubleshooting support is required. Section
7.1 shows the instructions for downloading event capture data.
All operations are “Failsafe”, meaning they prevent disconnection
from the only available power source and also force a transfer or 4.6 Communications
re-transfer operation to the only available power source. ATC-900 is a Monitoring Protection and Control Communications
During an engine test, if the Engine Test pushbutton is pressed a compatible device. As such, it can be remotely monitored, con-
second time before the Engine Test is complete, the Engine Test trolled, and setpoint programmed. The ATC-900 is supplied
will be terminated. An engine test may also be aborted in the fol- equipped with a Modbus RTU (RS-485 physical layer) communica-
lowing ways: tions port as standard. This permits it to have the communications
option supplied from the factory. A COTS (Commercial Off The
1. If the Emergency Source does not become available within 90 Shelf) Ethernet to Modbus can also be used.
seconds of the ATC-900 providing the engine start command;
2. If, during the TDNE countdown, the Emergency Source goes 4.6.1 Power Distribution Software
unavailable more than three times (Each time, TDNE will The ATC-900 is also compatible with Eaton’s Power Xpert Gate-
restart); way for web-based monitoring, via Modbus TCP/IP, SNMP, or
BACnetT/IP Protocols. The Power Xpert Gateway can be used to
3. If the Emergency Source is powering the load and it goes consolidate data from up to 64 devices, including communications
unavailable for more than the TDEF (Time Delay Engine Fail- ready transfer switch controllers, trip units, and meters, as well as
ure) setting; and other Eaton devices. Certain Versions of the Power Xpert Gate-
4. If the Normal source becomes unavailable. way include email event notification and data-logging functional-
ity. Additional features include:
When an engine test is aborted due to an unavailable source dur- • System/device alarm logging and reporting;
ing TDNE countdown, the Alarm relay will energize, a “TEST • Time/event historical data logging;
ABORTED” message with appear on the display, and the event
will be logged into the Transfer History as “Aborted Test” • Data trending;
Aborted. • Information storage/retrieval by device event;
• Hardware diagnostics;
• Dedicated computer not required;
• Security password protection; and
• Gateway interface for connectivity to other information net-
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Section 5: Setpoint Programming and I/O 3. Change Setpoints

Programming Using the Color Display The programmable features are grouped in a logical flow for ease
of programming or users can skip to a specific group for quick
5.1 Introduction adjustments.
The ATC-900 is fully programmable from the device’s faceplate or This will allow the user to set all available setpoints shown in the
through the communications port. Users can reprogram setpoints "View Setpoints" screens. Setpoint examples will follow in Sec-
as well as other parameters. Up to four optional I/O modules, each tion 5.4 and Programmable I/O examples will follow in Section
having four in and four out programmble I/Os can be used with the 5.5. A password is required to change setpoints. The password
ATC-900. That is a total of 20 Input and Outputs that can be user can be changed from the factory default of 0900 by selecting
programmed. Some inputs will require controller setpoints to be "Change Setpoints", navigating to the "Change Password" option,
set to a certain configuration. See Section 5.6 for some rules and and pressing the Enter key. You will be prompted to enter the old
more information. and new passwords. When finished, navigate to the "Save" icon
5.2 Entering and Exiting the Program Mode and press the Enter key.

Using the left/right arrow keys, navigate to the desired screen icon 4. Historical Data
and press the Enter key. The "Change Setpoints" screen will See Section 7 for Historical and Event displays.
require a password to access (factory default is 0900).
5. System Info
1. Load Metering
System Information is an area where the switch configuration,
The Load Metering screen presents (Figure 8) the different mea-
GO, Serial, and version numbers can be viewed. It also provides
surements of the Load. Note that the DCT module is required to
time/date change.
display Load current, Watts, VAR, VA, and power factor. Other-
wise only voltage measurements will be shown. See Section 2 for 6. USB Menu
the DCT Module specifications.
See Section 4.5 for USB operation.

Press the Up arrow key to select the first programmable option.

The up and down arrow keys will navigate through the list. The
color display is not a touch screen, so all changes will require the
use of the arrow keys and the enter key.

5.3 User Programming

One may view setpoints or change setpoints through the menu
with the display. Remembering that the display is not a touch-
screen, the increase/decrease push buttons are used to maneuver
the screen. Once a new setpoint selection has been made, move
to the next feature in need of a change. Once all setpoints on that
particular screen have been made, one must remember to select
Save on the bottom right row of the menu items and the new set-
Figure 8. Load Metering. points will be stored. The full list of menus can be seen in section
2. View Setpoints 3.4.1

This will allow the user to view the: 5.4 Programmable Features/Setpoints
• System Setups: 3 Screens;
• Time Delays;
NOTICE
• Dropouts / Pickups;
CHANGING THE SYSTEM NOMINAL VOLTAGE OR FREQUENCY SET-
• Engine Test / PE; and POINTS WILL AUTOMATICALLY CHANGE ALL THE PICKUP AND
• Programmable I/O. DROPOUT SETTINGS TO NEW DEFAULT VALUES.
All ATC-900 programmable features and associated setpoint pos-
sibilities with any required explanations are presented in Table 4.
As mentioned earlier, when "Change Setpoints" is selected, the
display will show the following icons:
• System Setups: default screen, 3 total;
• Time Delays;
• Dropouts / Pickups: Multiple Screens;
• Engine Test / PE: Multiple Screens; and
• Programmable I/O: Multiple Screens.
The System Setpoints screen contains normal voltage/frequency,
preferred source, CT Ratio, communications, closed or open, and
several more. After the initial setting of these system setpoints,
they usually will not be changed.
The following example explains how to change a time delay.
Figure 9. Time Delays.

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Figure 10. Setting Time Delay.

Once the "Change Setpoints" is pressed, and the password is
entered, four areas of setpoints show up on the bottom of the
screen. Using the arrow keys, navigate to the "Time Delay" Icon
and hit “Enter”. Use the up/down arrow buttons to select a Figure 11. Setting Setpoints.
desired setpoint and press the Enter key.(see Figure 10). The
selected setpoint should change from blue to red indicating that it All setpoints, are set in this way. The display gives the user a
is ready to edit. With the up/down arrow buttons, change the quick look at not just one setpoint but the whole catagory on one
value and press Enter again after the desired value is reached. screen. The user can easily go back and forth as needed to estab-
When all changes are completed on that page, use the arrows to lish the correct settings for the system.
select "Save" and then press "Enter" as shown on Figure 11.

NOTICE
IF NO PUSHBUTTON ACTIVITY IS DETECTED FOR APPROXIMATELY
2 MINUTES WHILE IN THE PROGRAM MODE, THE SETPOINTS
SCREEN IS CLEARED SHOULD THIS OCCUR. ANY PREVIOUSLY
MADE SETPOINT CHANGES ARE NOT SAVED TO THE SAME PER-
CENTAGE OF NOMINAL AS THE ORIGINAL VALUES.

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Table 4. Programmable Features/Setpoints.

OPTION FACTORY Source settings (Both sources have the same ranges and defaults)
NUMBER DESCRIPTION RANGE DEFAULT
26/5P Source 1/2 undervoltage dropout 70–97% of nominal 80%
General settings
Source 1/2 undervoltage pickup (dropout + 2%) 90%
— Set new password 0000–9999 0900 to 99% of nominal
— Selected language English, French or Spanish English 26/5K Source 1/2 overvoltage dropout 105–120% of nominal 115%
— Nominal frequency 50 or 60 Hz As ordered (0 = disabled)
— Nominal voltage 110–600V As ordered Source 1/2 overvoltage pickup 103% of nominal to 110%
— Number of phases 1 or 3 As ordered (dropout - 2%) (0 = disabled)
— Number of generators 0, 1 or 2 1 26/5J Source 1/2 underfrequency dropout 90–97% of nominal 94%
— Preferred source Source 1, Source 2, External*or Source 1 (0 = disabled)
None Source 1/2 nderfrequency pickup (dropout + 1 Hz) to 99%
96%
— PT ratio 2:1–500:1 As ordered of nominal (0 = disabled)
— CT ratio 200–5000 — 26/5N Source 1/2 overfrequency dropout 103–110% (0 = disabled) 106%
— Daylight Saving Time On or Off 1 Source 1/2 overfrequency pickup 101% to (dropout - 1 Hz) 104%
— Operating mode Stand-alone/Master or Slave* Master (0 = disabled)
— Phase sequence check ABC, CBA or Off Off 26/5L Source 1/2 percent for unbalanced 5–20% neg./pos. sequence voltage 12%
voltage dropout V2/V1 (0 = disabled)
— Commitment to transfer in TDNE Yes or No No
Source 1/2 percent for unbalanced 3% to (dropout - 2%) 10%
— Manual retransfer Auto, Manual* or External * Auto
voltage pickup (0 = disabled)
— Modbus address 1–247 1
26/5M Source 1/2 voltage phase loss drop- 20-60% V2/V1 (0 = disabled) 40%
— Modbus baud rate 0 = 9600, 1, Even 0 out
1 = 9600, 1, Odd —
Source 1/2 voltage phase loss pickup 18% to (dropout - 2%) (0 = dis- 30%
2 = 9600, 2, None —
abled)
3 = 9600, 1, None —
- Load current unbalance dropout 5-60% neg./pos. sequence current 12%
4 = 19,200, 1, Even —
I2/I1 (0 = disabled)
5 = 19,200, 1, Odd —
6 = 19,200, 2, None — - Load current unbalance pickup 3% to (dropout - 2%) (0 = disabled) 10%
7 = 19,200, 1, None — - Load current unbalance enable 1-100% of rated current 10%
threshold
Transition settings
Engine test/plant exerciser (PE1 and PE2 are independently programmable)
47 Closed transition
6B Engine test pushbutton on panel Load
Closed transition Disabled, On to Alarm, On to Open As ordered
Test mode No load, load transfer, disabled transfer
Closed voltage difference 1–5% 2%
Engine run test time 0–600 minutes 30 minutes
Closed frequency difference 0.0–0.3 Hz 0.3
23M PE time delay normal to emergency 0–9999 seconds 00:02
32f/32d Open—in-phase transition
PE time delay emergency to normal 0–9999 seconds 00:02
In-phase Disabled, On to Alarm, On to Open As ordered
PE time delay engine cooldown 0–9999 seconds 5 minutes
In-phase frequency difference 0.0–3.0 Hz 1.0
PE1/PE2 test mode No load, load transfer, disabled Disabled
— Synchronization timer 1–60 minutes 5
PE1/PE2 run time 0–600 minutes 30 minutes
32a/32d Open—delayed transition
PE1/PE2 schedule Off, daily, 7-day, 14-day, 28-day or
Time delay neutral 10 Minutes 0 calendar date (up to 12 user-speci-
Load voltage decay 2–30% of nominal voltage 6% fied dates)
Time delays PE1/PE2 calendar date Month: 1–12; Day: 1–31
1a Time delay normal to emergency 0–9999 seconds 0:00 PE1/PE2 day of week 1 Sunday, 2 Monday, 3 Tuesday, 4
Wednesday, 5 Thursday, 6 Friday or
3a Time delay emergency to normal 0–9999 seconds 5:00 7 Saturday
35A Time delay pre-transfer 0–120 seconds 0:01 PE1/PE2 plant start time HH:MM AM/PM
35C Time delay post-transfer 0–120 seconds 0:10
2A Time delay engine 1 start 259 Minutes ** 0:03
— Time delay engine 2 start 259 Minutes ** 0:03
4A Time delay engine cool-off 0–9999 seconds 5:00
7A Time delay engine fail timer 0–6 seconds 0:06
— Unbalance/phase loss time delay 10–30 seconds 0:20
* Requires the associated programmable input to be configured/connected.
** Any TDES value above two minutes, with no power on the controller, will start the genera-
tor (fail-safe) after two minutes.
Table 4 is continued in column 2 of this page.
0:00:00 is Hours : Minutes : Seconds

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5.5 Programming I/Os

The ATC-900 has four inputs and four outputs that are program- • Remote I/O (Controllable by Modbus)
mable I/Os. The outputs are Form C types and easily assessable. • Health
Depending on the switch types, the I/Os are wired out to the ter- • Disable (Default Settings)
minal blocks that are easily assessable. If they are not wired out
to terminal blocks, the controller will contain the necessary plugs * See descirptions of each I/O in Appendix B
to tap into easily. The terminal blocks also have engine start (Gen Note: S2 Permit (Input), S2 Request (Output), and TDNF (Timer) are used
Start) and S1/S2 availability wired. If more I/Os are required, the on a private switch, please see switch instruction booklet for information
use of an I/O module is required as shown in Section 2.5.2. Up to
four I/O modules can be used which will give 20 programmable Outputs (Alarms & Warnings)
I/O. In most cases, the controller itself or the controller with one I/ Appendix A: Feature List and Status Display Messages (page 39)
O module should be enough. The I/O module can also be added on in the status area at the end of the manual describes the Yellow
in the field if the application calls out for more I/Os. and Red banners on the ATC-900. Any flashing red banners will
The following are the programmable Inputs and Outputs of the energize the programmable output general alarm indication con-
controller. See Appendix B for a description of the available I/Os. tact.
Each I/O module uses a CAT V straight cable or better, and are
Programmable Inputs strung together to the ATC-900's J11 connector.
• Remote Engine Test Table 5 shows most of the ATC-900's features and the program-
• Bypass Timers mability of each. There are five categories:
• Preferred Source Selector • P Programmable
• Go to Emergency (S2) • PF Programmable Fixed I/O
• ATS on Bypass • O Optional
• Manual Retransfer • OF Optional Fixed
• Enable Manual Retransfer • S Standard
• Load Shed - S2 Inhibit In some applications, a certain I/O will be fixed (PF) from the fac-
tory and the user will not be able to change the location of the
• Go to Neutral Position (not SE Rated)
I/O. An example of this is for Service Entrance. Service Entrance
• Lockout requires the “Go to Neutral” (option 37) input. This is a function
• Monitor Mode (NC or NO) of the switch so the user will not be able to change which input
• Slave Input "Go to Neutral" is set to on the ATC-900.
• Disable (Default settings) For the Optional Fixed, an example would be for a Preferred
Source Selector (10C), which is an external two position switch
Programmable Outputs (Form C)
that allows the user to select the preferred source. Anything with
• Normal (S1) Source Available an external switch on the door will require that particular I/O to be
• Emergency (S2) Source Available fixed. When any of the I/O is fixed, the color will be black (instead
• Normal (S1) Source Position of Blue) and it will also show up in the System Info Menu screen.
• Emergency (S2) Source Position There are some options that will require an I/O module due to a
• Pretransfer Signal Contacts 1 large number of fixed I/O required. There could be several I/Os
that are associated with an option i.e. Load Sequencing Contacts.
• Post Transfer Signal Contacts 1 Some programmed input examples are shown below. These can
• Pre/Post Transfer Signal be easily change by the user.
• Load Sequencing Contacts (1) #1 Input Lockout 81J
• Load Sequencing Contacts (2) #2 Input Go to Neutral (Isolated) 37
• Load Sequencing Contacts (3) #3 Input S2 Inhibit (Load Shed) 36
• Load Sequencing Contacts (4) #4 Input Go to S2 26D
• Load Sequencing Contacts (5)
• Load Sequencing Contacts (6)
• Load Sequencing Contacts (7)
• Load Sequencing Contacts (8)
• Load Sequencing Contacts (9)
• Load Sequencing Contacts (10)
• Selective Load Shed
• General Alarm Indication Contact
• ATS Not in Automatic
• ATS in Test
• Engine Test Aborted
• Cooldown in Process
• Engine Start Contact Status (Gen 1 & 2)
• LOAD SHED - Emergency Inhibit On
• ATS on Bypass
• Load Bank Control

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The I/O's are programmed similar to the setpoint programming.

The user may view the I/O's programmed by going into the View
Setpoints area or one can program the I/O, including the I/O Mod-
ule by going into the Change Setpoints Menu. Figure 12 shows
the Programmable Inputs screen. Figure 13 shows the Program-
mable Outputs screen. Programming an I/O module is done in the
same manner. Figure 14 shows the Module's final programming.
Be sure to press the enter key when you have completed each
input (or output). “Save” your choices for each Module before
changing screens, or your settings will be lost.

Figure 12. Setpoints Inputs

Figure 14. I/O-Module Display Example

Figure 13. Setpoints Outputs When the I/O is "Fixed" the display will show the particular I/O in
the designated slot. The display will show a fixed I/O as black
instead of blue.
NOTICE Table 5 shows the features and the I/O of the controller. There are
several more switch features and options not shown in Table 5.
FOR THE PROGRAMMABLE INPUT "MONITOR MODE" (NC OR NO),
IT IS NECESSARY TO GO TO "DISABLE" FIRST AND THEN RE-PRO- See Appendix B for more information and definitions. This IB is
GRAM MONITOR MODE TO GO FROM NC TO NO OR FROM NO TO updated during the year but some features may not be shown
NC. because of the time element of the IB getting published. Eaton is
constantly adding in more features to the ATC-900. As men-
tioned, the user will receive all software features except for the
optional closed transition.The "P" and "S" (programmable, stan-
dard) included in all ATC-900's.The difference is that the "P"
refers to the I/O programming. If the switch requires more I/O
than 4 in or 4 out, an I/O Module will be required. The right col-
umn shows the I/O required for that particular option.
The fixed I/O is required when a switch on the door may be used
to enable an option. An example would be a two position switch
on the front of the door to enable Load Shed.

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Table 5. ATC-900 Features and I/O (Cont.).

ATC-900 FEATURES
CONTACTOR MCCB MAGNUM
ATC9 BIC9 CBC9 CTC9 ATx9 ATV9 CBV9
P = Programmable (Internal or I/O), PF = Prgammable Fixed I/O
C2 C3 C5 C/D C/D C3 BIV9 CTV9 I/O
O = Optional, OF = Optional Fixed, S = Standard

# Timers
1B Time Delay Normal to Emergency (TDEN) Adjustable 0-9999 S S S S S S S S S
2A Time Delay Engine Start (TDES) Adjustable 0 - 259 Minutes S S S S S S S S S
3B Time Delay Emergency to Normal (TDEN) Adjustable 0-9999 Sec S S S S S S S S S
4B Time Delay Engine Cooldown (TDEC) Adjustable 0-9999 S S S S S S S S S
Emergency (S2) Source Sensing
5H Phase Reversal Protection S S S S S S S S S
5J All Phase Undervoltage/Underfrequency S S S S S S S S S
5K All Phase Overvoltage/Overfrequency S S S S S S S S S
5L All Phase Voltage Unbalance S S S S S S S S S
5M All Phase Voltage Phase Loss) S S S S S S S S S
System or Engine Test
6B Engine Test Pushbutton on Panel S S S S S S S S S
6C Remote Engine Test (INPUT) P P P P P P P P P I
7B Time Delay Engine Fail (TDEF) Adjustable 0 - 6 Sec S S S S S S S S S
Pushbutton Bypass
8E Bypass Timers (can also initiate on front of controller) S S S S S S S S S I
8F Bypass Timers w external push button OF OF OF OF OF OF OF OF OF I
Preferred Source Selector
10A Preferred Source Selector (INPUT) P P P P P P P P P I
10B Utility to Utility or Utility to Generator S S S S S S S S S
10C Preferred Source Selector w/selector switch OF OF OF OF OF OF OF OF OF I
10D Generator to Generator S S S S S S S S S
Indicating Lights/LEDs
12C Normal (S1) Source Connected S S S S S S S S S
12D Emergency (S2) Source Connected S S S S S S S S S
12G Normal (S1) Source Available S S S S S S S S S
12H Emergency (S2) Source Available S S S S S S S S S
Source Avail Relay Contacts
14 Normal (S1) Source Available Program Form Cs P P P P P P P P P
14 Emergency (S2) Source Available Program Form Cs P P P P P P P P P
Position Aux Contacts
15 Normal (S1) Source Position Form Cs P P P P P P P P P
15 Emergency (S2) Source Position Form Cs P P P P P P P P P
Metering
18J Integrated Metering (S1, S2, or LOAD Side D (DCT-Module)) O O O O O O O O O
18K 24VDC Input Power for ATC-900 O O O O O O O O O
Plant Exerciser
23M Selectable - Disabled 7, 14, 28, 365 Day interval, 0-600 min, S S S S S S S S S
Load/No Load, with Failsafe 2 Exercisers
Normal (S1) Source Sensing
26D Go to Emergency (S2) (INPUT) P P P P P P P P P I
26E Go to Emergency (S2) Input w/selector Switch OF OF OF OF OF OF OF OF OF I
26H Phase Reversal Protection S S S S S S S S S
26J All Phase Undervoltage/Underfrequency S S S S S S S S S
26K All Phase Overvoltage/Overfrequency S S S S S S S S S
26M All Phase Voltage Phase Loss S S S S S S S S S

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Table 5. ATC-900 Features and I/O (Cont.).

ATC-900 FEATURES
CONTACTOR MCCB MAGNUM
ATC9 BIC9 CBC9 CTC9 ATx9 ATV9 CBV9
P = Programmable (Internal or I/O), PF = Prgammable Fixed I/O
C2 C3 C5 C/D C/D C3 BIV9 CTV9 I/O
O = Optional, OF = Optional Fixed, S = Standard

26L All Phase Voltage Unbalance S S S S S S S S S

Alternative Transfer Modes of Operation
29E ATS on Bypass - - - P P - - - -
29G Selector Switch for Auto or Non-Auto Operation (Monitor) OF OF OF OF OF OF OF OF OF
29K Manual Retrtansfer (INPUT) P P P P P P P P P I
29J Manual (Pushbutton) Transfer E to N; Automatic N to E (INPUT) OF OF OF OF OF OF OF OF OF I
29L Manual Retransfer On/Off (INPUT) P P P P P P P P P I
29M Manual Retransfer On/Off Input w/selector switch OF OF OF OF OF OF OF OF OF I
Open Transfer Operation Modes
32A Time Delay Neutral Adjustable 0 - 120 sec (delayed transition) - P P P - - P P -
32B Load Voltage Decay Adj. 2 - 30 % Nominal Voltage - P P P - - P P -
32C In-Phase Transition Defaults to Load Voltage Decay - - P P - - - P -
32D In-Phase Transition Defaults to Time Delay Neutral - - P P - - - P -
32F In-Phase Transition S - - - - - - - -
35A Pretransfer Signal Contacts Form C (OUTPUT) P P P P P P P P P O
35C Pre/Post Transfer Signal (OUTPUT) P P P P P P P P P O
35D Post Transfer Signal Contacts Form C P P P P P P P P P O
36 Load Shed - S2 Inhibit (INPUT) P P P P P P P P P I
36A Load Shed - S2 Inhibit w Keyed Switch (INPUT) OF OF OF OF OF OF OF OF OF I
37 Go to "Isolated" Position (not SE Rated) (INPUT) - P P P P P P P P I
37A 37A Go to Isolated (SE) (INPUT) PF PF PF I
Load Control Contacts
45A Load Sequencing Contacts (1) (OUTPUT) P P P P P P P P P O
45B Load Sequencing Contacts (2) (OUTPUT) P P P P P P P P P O
45C Load Sequencing Contacts (3) (OUTPUT) P P P P P P P P P O
45D Load Sequencing Contacts (4) (OUTPUT) P P P P P P P P P O
45E Load Sequencing Contacts (5) (OUTPUT) P P P P P P P P P O
45F Load Sequencing Contacts (6) (OUTPUT) P P P P P P P P P O
45G Load Sequencing Contacts (7) (OUTPUT) P P P P P P P P P O
45H Load Sequencing Contacts (8) (OUTPUT) P P P P P P P P P O
45I Load Sequencing Contacts (9) (OUTPUT) P P P P P P P P P O
45J Load Sequencing Contacts (10) (OUTPUT) P P P P P P P P P O
45L Selective Load Shed (Assign up to __ Contacts) P P P P P P P P P O
Closed Transition Operational Modes
47C Closed /In-Phase Transition default to Load Voltage Decay - - - - O O - - O
47D Closed Transition - - - - O O - - O
47E Closed/In-Phase Transition default to Time Delay Neutral - - - - O O - - O
47F Closed Transition to Load Voltage Decay - - - - O O - - O
47G Closed Transition Time Delay Neutral - - - - O O - - O
Communications
48F MODBUS Communication S S S S S S S S S
48G Ethernet TCP/IP O O O O O O O O O
48M1 I/O Module (1) O O O O O O O O O O
48M2 I/O Module (2) O O O O O O O O O O
48M3 I/O Module (3) O O O O O O O O O O
48M4 I/O Module (4) O O O O O O O O O O
48U USB Port for Memory Stick S S S S S S S S S

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Table 5. ATC-900 Features and I/O (Cont.).

ATC-900 FEATURES
CONTACTOR MCCB MAGNUM
ATC9 BIC9 CBC9 CTC9 ATx9 ATV9 CBV9
P = Programmable (Internal or I/O), PF = Prgammable Fixed I/O
C2 C3 C5 C/D C/D C3 BIV9 CTV9 I/O
O = Optional, OF = Optional Fixed, S = Standard

Programmable Outputs
80B Input Terminal Blocks 0 0 0 S S 0* 0* S S
80C Output Terminal Blocks 0 0 0 S S O O S S
81A General Alarm Indication Contact (OUTPUT) P P P P P P P P P O
81B ATS Not in Automatic (OUTPUT) P P P P P P P P P O
81C ATS in Test (OUTPUT) P P P P P P P P P O
81D Engine Test Aborted (OUTPUT) P P P P P P P P P O
81E Cooldown in Process (OUTPUT) P P P P P P P P P O
81F Engine Start Contact Status Gen 1 & Gen 2 (OUTPUT) P P P P P P P P P O
81G LOAD SHED - S2 Inhibit On (OUTPUT) P P P P P P P P P O
81GL LOAD SHED - S2 Inhibit On w/white indicating light OF OF OF OF OF OF OF OF OF O
81H ATS on Bypass (OUTPUT) P P P P P P P P P O
Only one type NO or NC may be programmed per system.
81J Lockout PF PF PF PF PF PF PF PF PF I
81K Monitor Mode (NC or NO) P P P P P P P P P I
81M Load Bank Control P P P P P P P P P 0
81N Health P P P P P P P P P 0
Three Source ATS Control (Master/Slave)
90A Master Control Gen 2 Start Status (OUTPUT) P P P P P P P P P O
90B Slave Input (INPUT) P P P P P P P P P I
* Contactor D & E Wallmount and D & E frame Closed Transition have Input Terminals Blocks with S2 Engine Start.

5.6 Programming Setpoints for Inputs (Rules)

There are some rules to follow when particular Inputs are pro-
grammed.
1. For the programmable input "Monitor Mode" (NC or NO), it is
necessary to go to "Disable" first and then re-program Moni-
tor Mode to go from NC to NO or from NO to NC.
2. In the setpoints, Time Delay Neutral (TDN) must be set to
"n/a" when using "Load Decay." Conversely, "Load Decay"
must be set to "n/a" if "TDN" is being used.
3. The voltage unbalance protection can be disabled by the user
simply by setting them to "0".
4. With the Input of the controller programmed to the following
inputs, associated setpoints will also be required to be appro-
priately set.
INPUT SETPOINT(S)
Manual Retransfer Manual Retransfer, Preferred Source
Enable Manual Retransfer Manual Retransfer
Preferred Source Selector Preferred Source
Emergency Inhibit Preferred Source
Go to Emergency Preferred Source
Slave Operating Mode, # of Generators, Preferred Source

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Section 6: Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6.2 ATC-900 Device Troubleshooting

The Troubleshooting Guide (Table 6) is intended for service per-
6.1 Level of Repair sonnel to identify whether a problem being observed is external or
This manual is written with the assumption that only transfer internal to the unit. For assistance with this determination, con-
switch system troubleshooting will be performed. If the cause of tact Eaton. If a problem is identified to be external to ATC-900,
malfunction is traced to an ATC-900, the malfunctioning unit proceed to Section 6.3 and continue troubleshooting.
should be returned to Eaton for a replacement.
In a mission critical application, failure to transfer to the back-up
power power system requires quick and decisive action. The
For ATS assistance, call Eaton Care at: ATC-900 provides users with data to help quickly identify the root
877-386-2273 option 2, option 4, and then option 3 cause of the issue and minimize system downtime. Historical
Data, Event Details, and Hi-Speed Capture allows one to diagnose
the problem quickly and accurately. Please refer to Section 7 (His-
torical and Event Display) for displaying the information. The infor-
NOTICE mation can also be downloaded using a memory stick (USB port)
DURING CONVERSATIONS WITH EATON CONCERNING TROUBLE- and put on a Windows PC for viewing in Microsoft Excel.
SHOOTING OR PRODUCT RETURN, THE CUSTOMER MAY BE ASKED
FOR INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THE SOFTWARE VERSION AND If a message is flashing on top of the display and the cause of the
OPTIONS INCLUDED IN THE SPECIFIC UNIT. THE SYSTEM INFO fault is resolved, simply press "Help" and then "Enter" and the
SCREEN HAS THE DATA REQUIRED FOR THE CONTROLLER. IF THE message will be removed.
CONTROLLER IS NOT FUNCTIONAL USE THE LABEL ON THE BACK
OF THE UNIT.

Table 6. Troubleshooting Guide.

SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION(S)
All front panel indicator LED’s are off. Control power is deficient or absent. Verify that control power is connected at J7 and that it is within specifications.
ATC-900 is malfunctioning. Replace the unit.
Automatic LED is not blinking. Control power is deficient or absent. Verify that control power is connected at J7 and that it is within specifications.
Stuck waiting for Neutral position Mechanical problem; No inputfrom limit switch.
ATC-900 is malfunctioning Replace the unit.
One or more voltage phases read incorrectly. Incorrect wiring. Verify voltage with multimeter. Check wiring.
ATC-900 is malfunctioning. Replace the unit.
Front panel pushbuttons do not work. Bad connection inside ATC-900. Replace the unit.
Unit did not accept new setpoints via front panel. Operator error. Make sure "Enter" is pressed when com- See Section 5 for rules on programming setpoints.
pleted. Avoid intervals of 2.5 minutes of inactivity with pushbuttons when changing set-
No pushbuttons pressed for 2.5 minutes. points.
Voltage dropout and pickup setpoints are different Adjusted nominal voltage setpoint. Re-adjust all dropout and pickup setpoints to default values.
than what was programmed.
Frequency dropout and pickup setpoints are differ- Adjusted nominal frequency setpoints. Re-adjust all dropout and pickup setpoints to default values.
ent than what was programmed.
Changed undervoltage, overvoltage, underfre- Pickup upper or lower limit ranges are dependent upon
quency, or overfrequency dropout setpoint and the dropout setpoints. To prevent misapplication, they are
pickup setpoint changed also. automatically adjusted when overlapping occurs.
Source 1 or Source 2 is not available when it Voltage and/or frequency is not within setpoint values. Verify voltage and/or frequency with multi-meter.
should be. Check programmed setpoint values.
Source 1 or Source 2 is not shown connected No input from S1 or S2 aux contacts. Verify contact closure at desired control input on J4.
when it should be. ATC-900 is malfunctioning.
Replace the unit.
Engine fails to start after TDES times out. S1 or S2 Generator start relay contacts not closed. Replace the unit.
Incorrect wiring at generator. Check engine wiring/maintenance.
Engine starts at 2 minutes with TDES set over 2 Any TDES value above two minutes, with no power on Power Controller with UPS or 24VDC (using DCT).
Minutes. the controller, will start the generator (fail-safe) after
two minutes.
Engine fails to turn off after TDEC times out. S1 or S2 Generator start relay contacts not open. Replace the unit.
Incorrect wiring at generator. Check engine wiring.
Connected LED not lit for either source. Verify contact closure at desired control input on J4. Replace the unit.
Unit will not perform an Engine Test. Incorrect password after Test button was pushed Re-enter correct password. The factory password is 0900
Engine Test setpoint is set to Disabled. Re-program Engine Test setpoint.
Number of Generators setpoint is set to 0. Re-program Number of Generators setpoint.

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Table 6. Troubleshooting Guide (Cont.).

SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION(S)
Plant exerciser (PE) failed to exercise. Incorrect date or time setting. Verify real time settings for Time/Date.
Incorrect setpoint programmed for PE day and/or time. Re-program PE day and/or time setpoint.
Generator voltage and/or frequency did not become Verify voltage and/or frequency with multi-meter. Check programmed setpoint val-
available within 30 seconds of engine starting. ues. Check engine maintenance.
Unit displays “Lockout.” No contact closure at Lockout programmed input. Verify Lockout input circuit is closed.
Unit displays “INHIBIT” No contact closure at Emergency Inhibit programmed Check Emergency Inhibit Wiring.
Input
Unit displays an S1 open or close error Source 1 circuit did not open when it was commanded Check Source 1 circuit trip wiring. Press "Help" then "Enter" push-buttons to clear
to open. message.
Source 1 circuit did not close when it was commanded Check Source 1 circuit wiring. Press "Help" then "Enter" push-buttons to clear mes-
to close. sage.
S1 Aux Close contacts did not open when Source 1 Check S1 Aux Close control input wiring on on J6-1,2. Press "Help" then "Enter"
opened. push-buttons to clear message.
S1 Aux Close contacts did not close when Source 1 Check S1 Aux Close control input wiring on on J6-3,4. Press "Help" then "Enter"
closed push-buttons to clear message.
Unit displays an S2 open or close error Source 2 circuit did not open when it was commanded Check Source 2 circuit trip wiring. Press "help" then "enter" push-buttons to clear
to open. message.
Source 2 circuit did not close when it was commanded Check Source 2 circuit wiring. Press "help" then "enter" push-buttons to clear mes-
to close. sage.
S2 Aux Close contacts did not open when Source 2 Check S2 Aux Close control input wiring on J6-1,2. Press "help" then "enter" push-
opened. buttons to clear message.
S2 Aux Close contacts did not close when Source 2 Check S2 Aux Close control input wiring on J6-3,4. Press "help" then "enter" push-
closed buttons to clear message.

If a problem persists after having completed the problem solving

procedure, contact an Eaton representative for further assistance.
NOTICE When calling for assistance, the following is the minimum infor-
WHILE PERFORMING TESTING, IF AN UNDESIRED OR UNDOCU- mation required to properly address the need:
MENTED RESULT OCCURS, FIRST CONTACT THE LOCAL GENSET Note: If a message is flashing on top of the display and the fault is
DEALER. IF THE RESULT IS NOT CORRECTED, CONTACT THE removed, simply press "Help" and then "Enter" and the message will be
EATON ATS TECHNICAL SUPPORT AT 1-877-386-2273 OPTION 2, removed.
OPTION 4, OPTION 3.
1. General Order Number (GO#) of transfer switch, plus related
6.3 General Switch Problem Solving Item Number;
2. Catalog Number of transfer switch;
DANGER 3. Actual location of transfer switch (type of facility, address,
HAZARDOUS VOLTAGES IN AND AROUND TRANSFER SWITCH etc.);
EQUIPMENT DURING THE PROBLEM SOLVING PROCESS CAN
CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR DEATH. AVOID CONTACT 4. Style number of the controller;
WITH ANY VOLTAGE SOURCE WHILE PROBLEM SOLVING. USE
LOCK-OUT TECHNIQUES TO ASSURE POWER IS REMOVED. 5. Company, name and position of individual representing com-
pany;
6. Basic description of situation as it exists; and
WARNING
7. Any results of problem solving steps taken and/or readings
ONLY PROPERLY TRAINED PERSONNEL FAMILIAR WITH THE
TRANSFER SWITCH EQUIPMENT AND ITS ASSOCIATED EQUIP- taken from the events and summaries.
MENT SHOULD BE PERMITTED TO PERFORM THE PROBLEM SOLV-
ING FUNCTION. SPECIFICALLY, ONLY PERSONS CLASSIFIED AS
QUALIFIED UNDER FAILURE, TO UTILIZE QUALIFIED PERSONNEL
(UNDER NFPA 70E) SHOULD WORK ON EQUIPMENT. IF NOT, IT
COULD RESULT IN PERSONNEL INJURY AND/OR DEATH.

This section explains basic troubleshooting for Transfer Switches.

The particular switch instruction booklet should be used to trou-
bleshoot. A basic problem solving effort is the first step to take
prior to calling for assistance. Frequently, the effort will success-
fully address most problems encountered. The problem solving
procedure is presented in the following sections as observed Prob-
lem Symptoms and one or more possible Solution Steps. All of
the steps presented may not apply to all transfer switches,
depending upon the logic. Remember, only qualified individuals
familiar with the transfer switch equipment and the system in
which it is applied should attempt these problem solving proce-
dures.

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6.3.1 Transfer Switch Appears Inoperative Step 6: Is the Preferred power source available?
Step 1: Verify that all plugs and sockets are properly intercon-
nected. If YES:Proceed to Step 8.

Step 2: If the source available LED is not on or the display shows If NO: Apply the correct system voltage to Preferred
the wrong voltage, make sure the controller setpoints Source
match the system voltage. Verify that the correct system connections. or change the setpoints on the
voltage is at the switch. controller to match the system voltage
Step 3: Verify that the voltage selection plug on the transformer Step 7: Is the switch connected to the Non-preferred source?
is in the proper position to match the system voltage.
If YES:Proceed to Step 8.
Step 4: Look for any obviously burned components. Determine
the cause and rectify, if possible. Replace defective com-
If NO: Proceed to Step 9.
ponents after the cause is determined.
Step 8: If a problem persists, contact Eaton.
Step 5: Is switch closed on source 1? Verify whether or not the
system voltage now appears on the load terminals.
6.3.3 Transfer Switch Will Not Automatically Transfer To the
Non-Preferred Source
If YES: Proceed to check logic for problems in respective
logic instruction book. Step 1: If the alternate source is a generator, is it running?

If NO: Check all power connections and the switching If YES: Proceed to Step 2.
mechanism. What does the controller show for
voltages on the main screen? If NO: Check the generator. Check the engine start
contacts.
6.3.2 Transfer Switch Will Not Automatically Transfer to Normal Step 2: Is the correct line voltage and frequency available at the
Step 1: Is Option 29G installed? If so, there is a switch on the Non-preferred source terminals? Record the readings.
door Labeled Auto Manual with either push buttons for
S1 close, Trip, S2 Close or a three position switch with If YES: Proceed to Step 3.
the same. The Auto Manual selector-switch must be in
Auto for it to run with the controller. If NO: Verify that there is output voltage from the
generator.
Step 2: Is Option 9B installed? If so, there is a selector switch
labeled “Maintenance”(or "Monitor Mode" for contactor- Step 3: Is the voltage selector plug in the correct position?
based switches.
If YES: Proceed to Step 4.
If YES: Verify selector switch is in the “Operate”
position. If NO: Position plug correctly.

If NO: Proceed to Step 3. Step 4: Is the Preferred source available?

Step 3: Are the correct line voltage and frequency available at ter- If YES: Proceed to Step 5.
minals N1, N2, and N3? Record the readings.
If NO: Proceed to Step 6.
If YES: Proceed to Step 4.
Step 5: Is a test Engine Test or Plant Exerciser being run, or is
If NO: Check Preferred source. the "Go to Emergency" input energized?

Step 4: Is the transformer voltage selector plug in the correct If YES: Proceed to step 6.
position?
If NO: STOP! The transfer switch should not transfer to
If YES: Proceed to Step 5. the Non-preferred source if the preferred source is avail-
able and connected.
If NO: Position plug correctly.
Step 5: Check the voltage on transformer NT1 by measuring volt-
age between voting relay KV-1 and GND. Is the voltage
measured 120 Vac (+/- 10 volts)? Record the reading.

If YES: Proceed to Step 6.

If NO: Check voltage transformer NT1.

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Step 6: Make sure that the setpoints are set according to the 6.4 Replacement
system voltage.
Follow these steps to replace the ATC-900.
If YES: Proceed to Step 7. Step 1: Turn off control power at the main disconnect or isola-
tion switch of the control power supply and lock it out to
If NO: .Adjust system voltage setpoints to match sys- guard against other personnel accidentally turning it on.
tem voltage and phase. Step 2: Verify that all “foreign” power sources wired to the ATS
Step 7: Is the Non-preferred switching device charged? Switch are de-energized. These may also be present on
some of the terminal blocks.
If YES: Proceed to Step 8. Step 3: Before disconnecting any wires from the unit, make sure
they are individually identified to ensure reconnection
If NO: Consult Magnum Breaker troubleshooting manual can be correctly performed. Taking a picture may help
on how to charge the breaker before proceeding. with re-connections.
Step 8: Is the Preferred switching device OPEN? Step 4: Disconnect all plugs and connectors going to the ATC-
900.
If YES: Proceed to Step 10.

If NO: Proceed to Step 9.

CAUTION
Step 9: If this is a Magnum, measure the voltage between termi- SUPPORT THE ATC-900 FROM THE FRONT SIDE WHEN THE
nals B10 and B11 on the Preferred switching device SCREWS ARE LOOSENED OR REMOVED IN STEP 5. WITHOUT SUCH
(shunt trip). Is the voltage measured 120 Vac (+/- 10 SUPPORT, THE UNIT COULD FALL AND THE PANEL COULD BE DAM-
volts)? Record the reading. AGED.

If YES: Refer to the Magnum Breaker maintenance Step 5: Remove the 6 mounting screws holding the unit against
manual IB#2C12060 and check the shunt trip the door or panel. These are accessed from the rear of
Preferred switch. the unit.
Step 6: Set the screws aside for later use.
If NO: Check the wiring to B10 and B11.
Step 7: Mount the replacement unit.
Step 10: If this is a Magnum measure the voltage between termi-
nals B12 and B13 on the Non-preferred switching device Step 8: Secure the ATC-900 to the panel with the 6 mounting
(spring release coil). Is the voltage measured 120 Vac screws.
(+/- 10 volts)? Record the reading.
Step 9: Re-connect all plugs and connectors to their proper
socket on the ATC-900. Make certain that each plug is
If YES: Refer to the Magnum Breaker maintenance
securely seated.
manual IB#2C12060 and check the spring
release coil Non-preferred switching device. Step 10: Clear out all personnel, close all ATS panels, remove any
lockouts, and restore control power. Ensure all setpoints
If NO: Check the wiring to B12 and B13. are correct.
Step 11: If a problem persists, contact Eaton. 6.5 Maintenance and Care
The ATC-900 is designed to be a self contained and maintenance
free unit. The printed circuit boards are calibrated and conformally
For ATS assistance, call Eaton Care at: coated at the factory. They are to be serviced by factory trained
877-386-2273 option 2, option 4, and then option 3 personnel only. The front panel including the display can be
cleaned lightly with a soap and water mixture.

6.6 Firmware Upgrade

Note: After 10 minutes of inactivity, the display will go to a dim state.
Pressing any button will restore the display to its normal brightness. If a firmware upgrade is recommended, Eaton tech support will
provide you with a file download link. To upgrade the firmware,
please consult the instructions provided by Eaton tech support or
included with your firmware upgrade kit.
* Ensure that power will not be removed during this upgrade.
Note: The firmware upgrade is not the same as uploading or downloading
setpoints or downloading event information. See Section 7.1 for instruc-
tions on extracting setpoint and event information.

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Section 7: Historical & Event Display Event Summary

The ATC-900 event and data logging history can be read on the
ATC-900's display or downloaded to a USB thumb drive. Every
ATC-900 transfer switch includes a front panel mounted NEMA
4X rated USB port for use in uploading downloading setpoints and
event data. Downloading event data provides the ability to more
thoroughly analyze information using a PC. It also allows data to
be quickly e-mailed when off site troubleshooting support is
required.
The information is time-stamped and has detailed resolution. An
example of a usage of this timing is with the 10 second rule for
critical applications. One could see the events and timing from
when power was removed to when the switch transferred includ-
ing engine start and source available.

Historical Data

Figure 16. Event Summary Screen

The ATC-900 controller stores a maximum of 320 time-stamped
events.
Events include:
1. Actions of the transfer sequence
2. Alarms
3. Changes to the setpoints
4. Changes to the time/date
5. Resetting a historical counter
6. Engine Run test

Figure 15. Historical Data Screen For event details, the time-stamping resolution is 0.1 seconds

The Historical Data display indicates historical and cumulative Events Details
counter values as follows:
• Source 1 Available
• Source 1 Connected
• Source 1 Engine Run
• Source 2 Available
• Source 2 Connected
• Source 2 Engine Run
• Tier 4 Timer
•· Load Energized
• Number of Transfers

Historical counter resets are date and time stamped events that
are captured in the event log.

Figure 17. Event Summary Detail Screen

Each transfer event can be expanded to view a step-by-step, time
stamped, sequence of operation. All metered values are also
logged and can be viewed on the Event Data Screen.

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Hi-Speed Capture Save Statistics – saves all statistical controller data to the USB
flash drive.
Save Events – saves all event data to the USB flash drive.
Save Hi-Speed – saves all high speed capture data to the USB
flash drive.
To save current controller setpoints, use the arrow keys to navi-
gate to the “Save Setpoints” icon and press Enter. The screen
will display “Saving DSP Setpoints.” Once it has finished, it will
display “Saved Setpoints to File: STPmmddyy-##.CSV”, where
mmddyy is the current date, and ## is the numerical id (e.g. 1, 2,
3, etc.) If there is not enough free space on the drive, the screen
will display “Insufficient Memory”.
To load controller setpoints from a setpoint file on your USB flash
drive, use the arrow keys to navigate to the “Load Setpoints” icon
and press Enter. The "Load Setpoints" feature will require a pass-
word to access (factory default is 0900). Once the password is
entered correctly the screen will display a list of all setpoint files
on the USB flash drive. Use the up/down arrow keys to highlight
the desired setpoint file and press Enter. The controller will save
Figure 18. Hi Speed Capture Screen
a backup of the current setpoints to “STPmmddyy-BAK-##.CSV”
The ATC-900 stores 4 seconds of metered data every 20 mil-sec- and display a message confirming that setpoints were success-
onds or .002 seconds for certain events. The data is captured 2 fully loaded from the file.
seconds before and 2 seconds after the event. If the event is a
To save controller statistics (e.g. connected time, available time,
power failure, then the capture is 4 seconds before the power fail-
engine run time, etc.), use arrow keys to navigate to the “Save
ure.
Statistics” icon and press Enter. The screen will display “Saving
Oscillographic data for 10 events is stored in the controller and ATC- Statistics” while the file is being created. Upon completion,
may be downloaded over USB or displayed graphically on the TFT the display will show “Saved ATC-900 Statistics to File: HSTm-
display. Events include: mddyy-##.CSV”.
To save controller events (e.g. transfer events, power up events,
1. Source unavailability actions that initiate a transfer sequence
setpoint changes, etc.), use arrow keys to navigate to the “Save
(undervoltage, overvoltage, etc.)
Events” icon and press Enter. The screen will display a percent-
2. Successful transfers (at the point of breaker/contactor clo- age progress bar while event data is saved to the USB drive.
sure.) When it is complete, it will display “Saved Events to File: EVTm-
mddyy-##.CSV”.
3. Unsuccessful transfers (at the point of breaker/contactor fail-
ure to close or open.) To save high-speed capture data (i.e. time-stamped voltage and
current data), use arrow keys to navigate to the “Save Hi-Speed”
icon and press Enter. The screen will display “Saving High Speed
Captures” along with a progress bar. Once complete, it will dis-
NOTICE play “High Speed Capture Files Saved”.
THE REAL TIME CLOCK CORRECTS FOR LEAP YEAR, DAYLIGHT
SAVING TIME MAY BE ADJUSTED FOR BASED ON THE DAYLIGHT To access any of your saved files, simply remove the USB flash
SAVING TIME SETPOINT. drive and connect it to a USB port on your PC. Browse to your
USB drive and locate the “ATC-900” folder. Inside that folder
7.1 USB Operation should be two sub-folders: History and Setpoint. All setpoint
Insert a compatible USB flash drive into the USB port on the front saves and backups will be in the “Setpoint” folder. All Statistics,
panel. The ATC-900 will not accept a laptop directly hooked up Events, and High-Speed capture files will be in the “History”
to it, only a flash thumb drive (memory stick). When the USB folder. All files are viewable using a CSV file viewer such as
flash drive is recognized, the USB menu icon will turn from gray to Microsoft Excel, Notepad, or OpenOffice Calc.
blue. Use the arrow keys to navigate to the USB icon and press A user friendly setpoint program is available free of charge on line
Enter. at: www.eaton.com. Download "Eaton ATC-900 Setpoint Editor"
Note: if the USB drive has never been connected to an ATC-900 controller (EASE). This can be loaded on any personnel computer and will
before, it will automatically create the required folder structure.) allow for the user to view the current setpoints and also change
From here you can select from the following options: Main Menu, the setpoints. Once the setpoints have been saved to the USB
Save Setpoints, Load Setpoints, Save Statistics, Save Events, and thumb drive, that drive can be used to set several switches to the
Save Hi-Speed. same settings.
Main Menu – returns you to the Main Menu.
Save Setpoints – save current controller setpoints onto the USB
flash drive.
Load Setpoints – load setpoints from setpoint files on the USB
flash drive (USB to Controller).

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Appendix A: Feature List and Status Display Messages

Feature 1: Time Delay Normal to Emergency (TD Normal to Emer- Feature: Engine Test Mode (TMODE)
gency) This feature provides selection of the type of test that can be initi-
TDNE delays the transfer to the Non-preferred Source to permit ated by the front panel Engine Test pushbutton. An engine test
stabilization of the Non-preferred power source before the transfer without transferring the load to it, or an engine test with a full
is made. This timer will begin the countdown from its setting transfer of the load to the engine, can be chosen. Load testing is
value when the Non-preferred Source becomes available. If the fail-safe. If the generator fails during testing for any reason, the
Preferred Source should become available during the countdown ATC-900 will signal the transfer switch to return to normal. If the
of this timer, the timer will be aborted. disable test mode is chosen, the front panel pushbutton cannot be
used to initiate a test.
Feature 2: Time Delay Engine Start (TD Engine Start)
TDES is used where the source is an engine generator. It delays Feature 6B: Test Engine Run
initiation of the engine start circuit in order to override momentary This feature provides selection of the length of time in hours and
power outages and/or fluctuations. This timer and the associated minutes that the ATC-900 will enable the generator contacts dur-
engine start circuit will operate with or without control power. ing an Engine Test that was initiated from the front panel pushbut-
There are two separate start circuits, one for each source when ton or for the plant exerciser feature, if applicable. Separate run
applications of two generators are selected, although the same times can be set for each.
Time Delay Engine Start (TDES) timer value is used for both.
When one generator is selected, this timer’s engine start circuit Feature 5J:
will operate on generator 2 for source 2. If the source that is being Undervoltage Monitoring for Source 2
transferred to has a generator and that source is already available, This feature constantly monitors Source 2 for an undervoltage
the TDES timer will be bypassed. condition. When the Source 2 voltage drops to a value equal to or
below the undervoltage dropout setting, the source will become
Feature 3: Time Delay Emergency to Normal (TD Emergency to unavailable. The source’s voltage will then have to rise to a value
Normal) that is equal to or above the pickup setting to become available
TDEN delays the transfer to the Preferred Source to permit stabili- again. This can be disabled in the setpoint settings under menu 3
zation of the Preferred power source before the transfer is made. in the Setpoints Dropouts/Pickups.
This timer will begin the countdown from its setting value when
the Preferred Source becomes available. During the countdown of Underfrequency Monitoring for Source 2
this timer, if the Preferred Source should become unavailable, the This feature constantly monitors Source 2 for an underfrequency
timer will be aborted. If the Preferred Source is available and the condition. When the Source 2 frequency drops to a value equal to
Non-preferred Source fails while the TDEN timer is counting down, or below the underfrequency dropout setting, the source will
the TDEN timer will be bypassed. become unavailable. The source’s frequency will then have to rise
to a value that is equal to or above the pickup setting to become
Feature 4: Time Delay Engine Cooldown (TDEC) available again. This can be disabled in the setpoint settings under
TDEC permits the generator to run under a no-load condition after menu 3 in the Setpoints Dropouts/Pickups.
a transfer from the generator source has been made. Countdown
timing begins when the transfer is completed. In applications Feature 5K:
where two generators are selected, the same cool-down is used Overvoltage Monitoring for Source 2
for both. This feature constantly monitors Source 2 for an overvoltage con-
dition. When the Source 2 voltage rises to a value equal to or
above the overvoltage dropout setting, the source will become
CAUTION unavailable. The source’s voltage will then have to drop to a value
CHANGING THE SYSTEM NOMINAL VOLTAGE OR FREQUENCY SET-
that is equal to or below the pickup setting to become available
POINTS WILL CAUSE PICKUP AND DROPOUT SETPOINTS TO again. This can be disabled in the setpoint settings under menu 3
CHANGE AUTOMATICALLY TO NEW DEFAULT VALUES. in the Setpoints Dropouts/Pickups.

Feature: System Nominal Frequency (NOMF) Overfrequency Monitoring for Source 2

There are only two choices for system nominal frequency of the This feature constantly monitors Source 2 for an overfrequency
distribution system, 50 or 60 Hertz. The dropout/pickup, underfre- condition. When the Source 2 frequency rises to a value equal to
quency and overfrequency upper and lower setting limits are or above the overfrequency dropout setting, the source will
based on the nominal frequency value. become unavailable. The source’s frequency will then have to
drop to a value that is equal to or below the pickup setting to
Feature: System Nominal Voltage (NOMV) become available again. This can be disabled in the setpoint set-
tings under menu 3 in the Setpoints Dropouts/Pickups.
This refers to the standard system nominal RMS line to line volt-
age. A wide range (110 to 600) of sensing voltage is available to Feature 5L:
be programmed. The undervoltage and overvoltage dropout/pickup Voltage Unbalance Monitoring for Source 2
setpoint limits are based on the nominal voltage setting. This feature constantly monitors Source 2 for a voltage unbalance
Feature: Commit to Transfer During TDNE Timing (CTDNE) condition using symmetrical components calculations. When the
ratio of negative sequence to positive sequence voltage (V2/V1)
This feature provides for selection as to whether or not commit-
exceeds the unbalance dropout setting the Unbalance/Phase Loss
ment to transfer is desired when Time Delay Normal to Emergency
time delay starts counting. If the timer expires before the unbal-
countdown has begun. If no commitment is chosen and the Pre-
ance is resolved the source will become unavailable. The unbal-
ferred Source returns to availability when the TDNE timer is count-
ance must drop to a value that is below the pickup setting to stop
ing down, the transfer is aborted and the engine generator (if
the timer or to become available after the timer expires. This can
applicable) is cooled down.
be disabled in the setpoint settings under menu 3 in the Setpoints
Dropouts/Pickups.

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Feature 5M: Voltage Phase Loss for Source 2 Feature 16: External Overcurrent Protection
This feature constantly monitors Source 2 for a phase loss condi- When integral overcurrent protection is provided for either one or
tion using symmetrical components voltage calculations. When both sources, the need for separate upstream overcurrent protec-
the ratio of negative sequence to positive sequence voltage (V2/ tion (in most instances) is eliminated. With this factory installed
V1) exceeds the phase loss dropout setting the Unbalance/Phase feature in the ATC-900, further automatic transfer operation is
Loss time delay starts counting. If the timer expires before the locked-out until the appropriate source breaker is reset. It will
phase loss is resolved the source will become unavailable. The continue to monitor the voltage availability and the switch posi-
phase loss must drop to a value that is below the pickup setting tions.
to stop the timer or to become available after the timer expires.
Feature 16T: Load Current Unbalance Monitoring
This can be disabled in the setpoint settings under menu 3 in the
(must have option 18J DCT Module)
Setpoints Dropouts/Pickups.
This feature constantly monitors the load current for an unbalance
Feature 7B: Time Delay (TD Engine Failure) condition using symmetrical components calculations. The current
TDEF (0 to 6 seconds) is used where at least one source is an unbalance enable threshold is used to avoid spurious unbalance
engine generator, TDEF will delay an available source from being detections under light loads. The unbalance calculations are not
declared unavailable in order to override momentary generator performed until the average load current exceeds this threshold.
fluctuations. This time delay is only implemented when the load is When the ratio of negative sequence to positive sequence current
connected to a generator source. TDEF is not displayed when the (I2/I1) exceeds the unbalance dropout setting the Unbalance/
number of generators is zero. TDEF is used for both generators in Phase Loss time delay starts counting. If the timer expires before
the Dual Generator mode. the unbalance is resolved the connected source will become
unavailable. The unbalance must drop to a value that is below the
Feature 8C/8D: Transfer Time Delay Bypass pickup setting to stop the timer or to become available after the
This feature allows a pushbutton input to be used to bypass the timer expires. This can be disabled in the setpoint settings under
timer for standard feature (TDNE) or standard feature (TDEN) indi- menu 3 in the Setpoints Dropouts/Pickups.
vidually, or both simultaneously. This pushbutton is on the front
of the controller (pushing "Enter" and "Help" at the same time. Feature 23: Plant Exerciser
One could also wire in a pushbutton remote switch to any of the This feature provides for the automatic test operation of the gen-
Inputs to do the same function. This feature is usually used in erator ata pre-selected weekly interval. When the test is running,
testing when it is not desirable to wait for completion of the tim- pressing and releasing the Engine Test pushbutton will cancel the
ing sequence. test. The day of the week, hour, and minute that exercising is
desired can be programmed into the ATC-900. Up to twelve sepa-
Feature 9B: Maintenance Mode (Monitor Mode) rate month and day combinations can be set. The type of test,
This is a two position switch that is labeled Maintenance Mode for whether a load transfer or just an engine test, can also be
breakers, power breakers (MG) and Monitor Mode for contractors. selected. Load testing is fail-safe. If the generator fails during test-
This will place the controller in Monitor Mode and no transfers will ing for any reason, the ATC-900 will signal the transfer switch to
occur and the controller will continue to monitor the availability, return to the Preferred source. The ATC-900 is factory shipped
connected state, and voltages. with this feature set to off.

Feature 9C Monitor Feature 26D: Go To Emergency

This is a two position switch that will place the controller into This feature enables an external contact closure to initiate a trans-
Monitor. It will use one of the inputs of the controller and is used fer from the Preferrd Source to the Non-preferred Source. If the
for contactors. When used, no transfers will occur and the con- external contact is closed and the Non-preferred Source fails, the
troller will continue to monitor the availability, connected state, ATC-900 will transfer the load back to the Preferred Source.
and voltages. Feature 26J: Undervoltage Monitoring for Source 1
Feature 10A: Preferred Source Selection This feature constantly monitors Source 1 for an undervoltage
This feature permits the selection of either source (1, 2 or None, condition. When the Source 1 voltage drops to a value equal to or
or External) as the Preferred (or Normal) Source. The Normal below the undervoltage dropout setting, the source will become
Source is the source that the switch always looks to for availabil- unavailable. The source’s voltage will then have to rise to a value
ity so that it can transfer to it. When two generators are selected that is equal to or above the pickup setting to become available
and the switch has transferred to the Emergency Source, the again. This can be disabled in the setpoint settings under menu 3
ATC-900 will constantly be waiting and attempting to start the in the Setpoints Dropouts/Pickups.
generator on the Preferred Source so that it may return to it. If Underfrequency Monitoring for Source 1
NONE is chosen, the Preferred Source or the Normal Source will
This feature constantly monitors Source 1 for an underfrequency
be the source that is presently attached to the load. This can be
condition. When the Source 1 frequency drops to a value equal to
changed in the controller setpoints or one may wire up a two posi-
or below the underfrequency dropout setting, the source will
tion switch into one of the programmable inputs (controller set-
become unavailable. The source’s frequency will then have to rise
point must be set to External).
to a value that is equal to or above the pickup setting to become
Feature 15G & 15H available again. This can be disabled in the setpoint settings under
This feature, mainly for contactors, are Source Position Contacts menu 3 in the Setpoints Dropouts/Pickups.
(to Terminal Blocks) for Source 1 and Source 2. Up to 10 each
position contacts for Source 1 and Source 2 may be obtained
using the outputs of the controller and the I/O Modules if desired.
15G and 15H are contacts which indicate to the position even if
power is removed. For Closed Transition type switches these are
always available. For Open type switches, 15G and 15H are an
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Feature 26K: Overvoltage Monitoring for Source 1 Feature 32C: In-Phase/Load Voltage Decay
This feature constantly monitors Source 1 for an overvoltage con- In-phase transition is a feature that will allow a transfer between
dition. When the Source 1 voltage rises to a value equal to or two live sources only when the phase difference between the two
above the overvoltage dropout setting, the source will become sources is near zero. This is an open transition transfer that pre-
unavailable. The source’s voltage will then have to drop to a value vents in-rush currents from exceeding normal starting currents in
that is equal to or below the pickup setting to become available the case where motor loads are being transferred.
again. This can be disabled in the setpoint settings under menu 3 Load Voltage Decay utilizes the load voltage measurements to
in the Setpoints Dropouts/Pickups. sense back EMF that is generated when the transfer switch is in
Overfrequency Monitoring for Source 1 the Neutral position. It provides a delay in transfer in either direc-
tion if an unacceptable level is sensed as established by a cus-
This feature constantly monitors Source 1 for an overfrequency tomer programmed level. The transfer will not take place until the
condition. When the Source 1 frequency rises to a value equal to back EMF decays below the acceptable programmed level. This
or above the overfrequency dropout setting, the source will feature has a separate setting of enabling or disabling the opera-
become unavailable. The source’s frequency will then have to tion. If disabled, the transfer switch will not delay in the Neutral
drop to a value that is equal to or below the pickup setting to position and will transfer between the sources as fast as possible.
become available again. This can be disabled in the setpoint set- This feature is not available with the Time Delay Neutral (TDN)
tings under menu 3 in the Setpoints Dropouts/Pickups. Feature 32A.
Feature 26L: Voltage Unbalance Monitoring for Source 1 Feature 32D: In-Phase/Time Delay Neutral (3 Position)
This feature constantly monitors Source 1 for a voltage unbalance In-phase transition is a feature that will allow a transfer between
condition using symmetrical components calculations. When the two live sources only when the phase difference between the two
ratio of negative sequence to positive sequence voltage (V2/V1) sources is near zero. This is an open transition transfer that pre-
exceeds the unbalance dropout setting the Unbalance/Phase Loss vents in-rush currents from exceeding normal starting currents in
time delay starts counting. If the timer expires before the unbal- the case where motor loads are being transferred.
ance is resolved the source will become unavailable. The unbal-
ance must drop to a value that is below the pickup setting to stop Time Delay Neutral provides a time delay in the transfer switch
the timer or to become available after the timer expires. This can Neutral position when both breakers/contactors are open. This
be disabled in the setpoint settings under menu 3 in the Setpoints delay takes place when the load is transferred in either direction to
Dropouts/Pickups. prevent excessive in-rush currents due to out-of-phase switching
of large motor loads. This feature is not available with the Neutral
Feature 26M: Voltage Phase Loss for Source 1 Load Sense Delay feature.
This feature constantly monitors Source 1 for a phase loss condi- Feature 32F: In-Phase Transition
tion using symmetrical components voltage calculations. When
the ratio of negative sequence to positive sequence voltage (V2/ Provides In-Phase transition, which is a feature that will permit a
V1) exceeds the phase loss dropout setting the Unbalance/Phase transfer or re-transfer between two available sources that have a
Loss time delay starts counting. If the timer expires before the phase angle difference of eight degrees or less. The In-Phase tran-
phase loss is resolved the source will become unavailable. The sition feature includes permissible frequency difference and syn-
phase loss must drop to a value that is below the pickup setting to chronization time setpoints. In the event Source 1 and Source 2
stop the timer or to become available after the timer expires. This fail to synchronize within the permitted frequency difference and
can be disabled in the setpoint settings under menu 3 in the Set- time, the alarm relay will energize and “Failed to Sync” will be dis-
points Dropouts/Pickups. played on Line 1. After resetting the alarm, another in-phase tran-
sition may be attempted or a non-synchronized transfer may be
Feature 29J: Manual Retransfer initiated by failing the connected source. The adjustable frequency
This feature provides for a selection between an automatic trans- difference is 0.0 to 3.0 Hz. If the synchronization does not occur
fer and re-transfer mode or a manual pushbutton re-transfer to within a specified amount of time, the alarm relay will energize
Normal from the Emergency Source mode. If this option is not and the failure will be logged into the Transfer History as either
selected the factory default selection is automatic. “Sync Fail - Freq” or “Sync Fail - Phase” depending on whether
the frequency difference or the phase difference was excessive.
Feature 32A: Time Delay Neutral
Feature 35A: Pre-Transfer Signal
This feature provides a time delay in the transfer switch Neutral
position when both breakers/contactors are open. This delay takes Typically associated with elevator controls, this feature provides
place when the load is transferred in either direction to prevent of a form C output to remotely signal an elevator that a re-transfer
excessive in-rush currents due to out-of-phase switching of large is about to take place. If there is a power outage, the Pre-Transfer
motor loads. This feature is not available with the Neutral Load (TPRE) is skipped. The ATC-900 has a programmed pre-transfer
Sense Delay (TDNLD) feature. delay timer that can be set from 0 to 120 seconds. Timers, such
as TDNE, will time out before the PRE-Transfer signal occurs.
Feature 32B: Load Voltage Decay
Feature 35D: Post-Transfer Signal
This feature utilizes the load voltage measurements to sense back
EMF that is generated when the transfer switch is in the Neutral This feature provides a form C output from the ATC-900 to signal
position. It provides a delay in transfer in either direction if an that the switch did transfer. It can be set for 0 to 120 seconds.
unacceptable level is sensed as established by a customer pro- The Post Transfer output is enabled during neutral (Time Delay
grammed level. The transfer will not take place until the back EMF Neutral) but it does not start to count down TDPOST until con-
decays below the acceptable programmed level. This feature has a nected to the new source.
separate setting of enabling or disabling the operation. If disabled,
the transfer switch will not delay in the Neutral position and will
transfer between the sources as fast as possible. This feature is
not available with the Time Delay Neutral (TDN) Feature 32A.

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Feature 35C: Pre/Post Transfer ATC-900 Master/Slave Implementation

This feature provides a form C output from the ATC-900 to signal
that a re-transfer is about to take place. It also energizes the out- Feature 90A and 90B: Master Slave (Three Source ATS Control)
put to signal that the switch did transfer. The Pre/Post signal will The ATC-900 Master/Slave controller functionality provides the
remain enabled from the time Pre-Transfer starts until the Post- user with the ability to control a three source system consisting of
Transfer finishes, inclusive of any TDN. a utility and two generator sources. In a three source system, the
Master ATS controls the engine starting and stopping of the Slave
Feature 36A: Emergency Inhibit (Load Shed) ATS. See Figure 19 for a block diagram of the high level connec-
This feature enables the Emergency Inhibit control input to inhibit tions. The slave ATS is kept powered up from 24VDC from the
transfers to the Non-preferred (Emergency) Source. See the Con- generator battery using the DCT module or a 120VAC UPS.
trol Inputs section for more information. The ATC-900, when
used in conjunction with the optional DCT metering module, has
the ability to shed and pick up loads based on available generator
capacity. Depending on the number of loads to be managed, an Slave ATS
accessory I/O module may be required. S1 S2
Gen 1 Gen 2
Feature 37: Go to Isolated (Neutral) Position Slave In
Master ATS
The Go to Isolation Position feature will allow the user to close S1 S2
contacts and force the switch to an open or tripped (isolated) Utility
mode. The controller's screen will display “Go to Neutral” when it Gen Start
is activated.
Feature 37A: Service Equipment
This factory programmed feature makes the transfer switch suit- Load
able for a service equipment rating by responding to a Go-To-Neu-
tral input. This will also put the controller into Monitor Mode. This
feature is not available on contactor switches as Service Equip- Figure 19. Three-source Transfer Switch Arrangement
ment but is available as a Go To Neutral input.
Master ATS Connections
Feature 45A-L: Load Sequencing Capability • S1 - Utility
This feature provides the sequential closure of up to ten remote • S2 - Connected to Load side of Slave ATS
relays after a transfer. A customer programmed time delay is • Gen Start - Provides the Master Out functionality to signal the
available to delay closure between each of the relays. Usually an
I/O module will be used for this but the controller can be used Slave ATS to run its generators.
depending on the amount of I/Os required.
Slave ATS Connections
Feature 46: Potential Transformer (PT) Ratio • (Control power is DC from generator battery)
This feature allows external voltage transformers to be used on • S1 - Generator
the ATC-900’s source and load sense inputs. Once this option is • S2 - Generator
enabled, the PT Ratio setpoint can be adjusted in steps of 1,
• Slave In - Indicates when its generator(s) should be running.
between 2:1 and 500:1. Also, when this option is enabled, the
Nominal System Voltage setting will be fixed at 120 or 110 volts,
Slave Generator Startup/Shutdown Operation
depending upon the Nominal System Frequency setting. If the
Nominal System Frequency setting is 60 Hz then the Nominal Handling of the Slave's Gen Start relays for the two generators
System Voltage will be fixed at 120 volts and all voltage pick-up will differ based on Preferred Source selection and TDES setpoints
and drop-out setpoints will be based upon the 120 volt level. The on the Slave controller. The flowcharts at the end of this docu-
same is true of a Nominal System Frequency of 50 Hz whose ment show two different scenarios based on whether or not a
Nominal System Voltage will be fixed at 110 volts. The metering Preferred Source is selected.
display will use the PT Ratio value to calculate and display the In normal operation the Master is expected to handle TDEC and
load and source voltages. the Slave will remove Gen Start contacts as soon as Slave In is
removed. In situations where the Slave controller is already
Feature 47x: Closed Transitions counting down a TDEC delay when Slave In is removed, the TDEC
See section 1.5.3 Closed Transition Type Operation countdown will continue and its associated Gen Start contact will
remain closed until TDEC reaches zero.
Feature 48F: Modbus RTU (RS-485)
In the event of a source 1 power failure, (see Figure 19) the Mas-
This option provides integrated communications for the ATC-900 ter ATS engine start relay closes signaling the Slave ATS to start
via Modbus RTU through an RS-485 port. Registers are available the preferred generator.
to read back status, voltages, frequencies, and historical data.
Registers are also available for transfer switch control. Setpoints Note: The Slave ATS requires the DCT module for a DC power input.
may be read back and/or programmed via a pass-through com-
mand. History and Events may also be read. Consult the ATC-900 The Master ATS handles all transfer time delays between the Util-
Modbus Communications Guide (IB140006EN) for a full list of ity to Generator transfer. If the preferred generator does not start
Modbus registers on the Eaton.com website. within the programmed time delay, the Slave ATC-900 will signal
the non-preferred generator to start. If Preferred is set to "None",
then both generators will start and the slave ATS will transfer to
the first generator source available. The second generator will
shut down 5 minutes after the ATC-900 senses the load is con-
nected to an available source.

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Slave Generator Failure / Transfers

Generators attached to the Slave controller can fail in two ways:
they can fail to start, or fail while providing power to the load.
Currently, the ATC-900 only reports a Generator Fault Alarm dur-
ing starting if a generator fails to start within 90 seconds when in
test or plant exercise modes. In these cases, the Gen Start con-
tact is opened after the 90 second timeout. In non-test/exercise
modes the Gen Start contact is kept closed until either the genera-
tor starts or the reason for attempting to start the generator is
removed (for example, the Slave In signal is removed).
Failure of the generator providing power to the load is handled by
reporting a Generator Fail Alarm and transferring to the second
generator with normal time delays for TDES, TDEC, TDEN/TDNE,
etc. The Master controller sees this only as a failure of S2, and
will react as with any other failure of S2. The Generator Fail
Alarm remains active until either manually cleared or until Slave In
is removed and re-asserted to start a new session.
Once a generator fails, the other generator will be kept on until
either the Generator Fail Alarm is manually cleared, or Slave In is
removed. This is true even if the failed generator restarts and load
is transferred back to it, e.g. if the failed generator is the preferred
source.

Pre Transfer, Post Transfer, Load Sequencing, and Load Shed

The use of Pre Transfer, Post Transfer, Load Sequencing and Load
Shed relays must be carefully considered in view of the dual trans-
fer switches. It may be necessary to mirror these functions on
both controllers and parallel/series relay outputs from both control-
lers to ensure proper control during any transfer. There will be no
special handling of these signals based on Master/Slave setup in
Phase 1 ATC-900 controllers.

Engine Test / Plant Exercise

A Master initiated Engine Test or Plant Exercise will cause the
Slave to respond just as it does for a normal transfer. A Slave ini-
tiated Engine Test or Plant Exercise is limited to "run only" since
the slave has no way of initiating a Master load transfer. The
Engine Test has it's own separate setpoints for times and types.

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Slave Controller with Preferred Source

Slave-In goes
Active

-Immediately turn on Preferred Source Gen Start

-Start Emergency Source TDES counting down

-Set transfer switch to Preferred Source (No TDN or TDEN if

switch was previously on Emergency Source) Preferred
Yes
-Cancel Emergency Source TDES Available?
-Set Emergency Source to Idle State

No No

Emergency
TDES=0?

Yes
-Turn on Emergency Source Gen
Start

-Set transfer switch to Preferred Source (No TDN or TDEN if

switch was previously on Emergency Source) Preferred
Yes
-Turn off Emergency Source Gen Start Available?
-Set Emergency Source to Idle state

No No

-Set transfer switch to Emergency Source (No TDN or TDNE if

Emergency
switch was previously on Normal Source) Yes
Available?
-No Change to Preferred Source Gen Start or state.

During startup, if Emergency source comes up first, followed quickly by

Preferred source, the load will be initially powered by the Emergency
source followed by a transfer from Emergency to Preferred source with
normal TDEN/TDN delays. Use manual retransfer to avoid this if desired.
TDEC will be used to “cool down” Emergency generator.

-Follow normal procedures to transfer between

Slave-In
Yes Primary and Emergency sources based on source
Active?
availability, etc.

No
-Turn off Preferred and Emergency Source Gen
Starts
-Set Preferred and Emergency Sources to Idle
state

Wait for next

Slave-In Active

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Slave Controller with No Preferred Source

Slave-In goes
Active

-Immediately turn on Gen Start for both Sources

-Set transfer switch to Source 1 (No TDN or TDEN if switch

was previously on Source 2) Source 1
Yes
-Turn off Source 2 Gen Start after fixed 5 minute TDEC. Available?
-Set Source 2 to Idle state

No No

-Set transfer switch to Source 2 (No TDN or TDNE if switch

was previously on Source 1) Source 2
Yes
-Turn off Source 1 Gen Start after fixed 5 minute TDEC. Available?
-Set Source 1 to Idle state.

* Gen Start of the slower source will be kept on until

it starts, then TDEC set to 5 minutes to turn it back
off.

Slave-In -Follow normal procedures to transfer between

Yes
Active? sources based on source availability, etc.

No

-Turn off Gen Start for both sources

-Set both sources to Idle state

Wait for next

Slave-In Active

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Appendix A: Feature List and Status Display Messages

RED BAR FLASHING MESSAGES ALL RED BARS ARE GENERAL ALARMS

1 Engine Test aborted While in engine test, if either S1 or S2 is removed, the warning will display
2 Uncommanded Transfer If a transfer is completed without the use of the controller
3 Closed Transition Fail (1->2) In Closed Transition, the switching device failed to operate correctly from S1 to S2
4 Closed Transition Fail (2->1) In Closed Transition, the switching device failed to operate correctly from S2 to S1
5 In-phase Transition Fail (1->2) With In-Phase, the switching device failed to operate correctly from S1 to S2
6 In-phase Transition Fail (2->1) With In-Phase, the switching device failed to operate correctly from S2 to S1
7 Open Transition Fail (1->2) In Open Transition, the switching device failed to operate correctly from S1 to S2
8 Open Transition Fail (2->1) In Open Transition, the switching device failed to operate correctly from S2 to S1
9 Generator Unavailable When directed to transfer and genertor is not available
10 Failed to Sync - Frequency With In-Phase or Closed Transition, Failed to sync because of Frequency
11 Failed to Sync - Voltage With In-Phase or Closed Transition, Failed to sync because of Voltage
12 Failed to Sync - Phase Angle With In-Phase or Closed Transition, Failed to sync because of Phase Angle
13 Source 1 Mech Failed to Open The Source 1 Mechanism for a breaker or contactor did not open
14 Source 1 Mech Failed to Close The Source 1 Mechanism for a breaker or contactor did not close
15 Source 2 Mech Failed to Open The Source 2 Mechanism for a breaker or contactor did not open
16 Source 2 Mech Failed to Close The Source 2 Mechanism for a breaker or contactor did not close
17 Overran Neutral (S1->N) The mechanism is connected to Source 2 instead of remaining in Neutral.
18 Overran Neutral (S2->N) The mechanism is connected to Source 1 instead of remaining in Neutral.
19 Factory Options Error Internal controller failure. (clear alarms/reboot)
20 Setpoints Error Internal controller failure. (clear alarms/reboot)
21 Cal factor Error Internal controller failure. (clear alarms/reboot)
22 State Error Internal controller failure. (clear alarms/reboot)
23 Timer Error Internal controller failure. (clear alarms/reboot)
24 Clock Error Internal controller failure. (clear alarms/reboot)
25 RAM test Error Internal controller failure. (clear alarms/reboot)
26 ROM test Error Internal controller failure. (clear alarms/reboot)
27 Watchdog Internal controller failure. (clear alarms/reboot)
28 Self-test Error Internal controller failure. (clear alarms/reboot)
29 Gen Start Communications Internal controller failure. (clear alarms/reboot)
30 Acc I/O Communications Lost communications to the Accessory I/O Module(s).

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YELLOW BAR FLASHING MESSAGES

1 Overvoltage Indication of Overvoltage (not withing setpoint setting)

2 Undervoltage Indication of Undervoltage (not withing setpoint setting)
3 Underfrequency Indication of Underfrequency (not withing setpoint setting)
4 Overfrequency Indication of Overvoltage (not withing setpoint setting)
5 Voltage Unbalance Indication of Voltage Unbalance
6 Phase Reversal Indication of Phase Reversal
7 Plant Exerciser Indication of switch currently in the Exerciser mode
8 Monitor Mode Automatic control is disabled but still monitors source status
9 Lockout Automatic control is disabled but still monitors source status. User must reset
10 Go To Emergency The switch is commanded to go to the Emergency position
11 Emergency Inhibit The switch is commanded to go to Emergency Inhibit or Load Shed
12 Go To Neutral The switch is commanded to go to Trip or to the Neutral position
13 ATS On Bypass The switch is in Bypass
14 Slave Inactive Controller is configured as a Slave and the Slave In signal is inactive

Timer Countdown Bar

1 Time Delay Engine Start Countdown timer before generator contacts are closed
2 Time Delay Normal to Emergency Countdown timer before normal is opened for transfer to emergency source
3 Time Delay Emergency to Normal Countdown timer before emergency is opened for transfer to normal source
4 Time Delay Emergency Fail Countdown timer before switch will transfer to the normal source
5 Time Delay Neutral Countdown timer with both sources disconnected from the load (Trip)
6 Sync Timer Countown timer while waiting for sources to synchronize for a transition
7 Pretransfer Timer A notice prior to the transferring of the load
8 Posttransfer Timer A notice after the transferring of the load
9 S1 Unbalance Timer Timer to indicate S1 Unbalanced (not withing setpoint setting)
10 S2 Unbalance Timer Timer to indicate S2 Unbalanced (not withing setpoint setting)
11 Waiting for S1 Generator Waiting on S1 Generator to become available (voltage and Frequency)
12 Waiting for S2 Generator Waiting on S2 Generator to become available (voltage and Frequency)
13 Engine Run Timer Countdown timer of the engine test
14 Time Delay Engine Cooldown Countdown cool off timing before generator contacts are opened
15 Waiting for Manual Re-Transfer Waiting on an input contact closure to complete the manual re-transfer
16 Load Sequence Timer(s) Not on the yellow bar but underneath but still on the timer countdown screen. Named dependent on I/Os and I/O Modules used.

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Appendix B: I/O Descriptions

TYPE I/O I/O DEFINITIONS SUMMARY

6C I Remote Engine Test Provides an input to initiate a test to simulate a loss of the Source 1 as standard. All programmed time delays (TDNE, TDEN, etc.) will be per-
formed as part of the test. Engine run ime of the test is equal to the plant exerciser programmed set point. All tests are fail-safe protected.
The test is initiated via remote momentary contact closure.
8E I Bypass Timers The Time Delay Bypass Pushbutton contact, when closed, will reduce any or all of the programmed time delay to zero. Must be executed when
the appropriate timer is displayed on the controller. The bypass time delay feature is initiated via remote momentary contact closure. (The
front of the controller has a Bypass Timer also).
8F I Bypass Timers w external Provides a means to bypass the time delays with via a device panel mounted push-button switch.
push button
10A I Preferred Source Selector Provides a means to designate either Source 1 or Source 2 as the “Preferred” Source using a remote contact or device panel mounted contact
closure. The “Preferred” Source is the source that the transfer switch will connect the load to if it is available. The Preferred Source setpoint
must be set to "External" to use this feature.
10C I Preferred Source Selector w/ Provides a means to designate either Source 1 or Source 2 as the “Preferred” Source via device panel mounted selector switch control. The
selector switch “Preferred” Source is the source that the transfer switch will connect the load to if it is available. The Preferred Source setpoint must be set
to "External" to use this feature.
26D I Go to Emergency (S2) Provides a means to send the switch to the Non-preferred (Emergency) sourceproviding the voltage and frequency are within the limits of the
setpoints. This signal will initiate an engine start.
26E I Go to Emergency (S2) Input Provides a device panel mounted selector switch labeled, "Auto/Go to Source 2", to initiate a transfer to the Source 2 power source. This
w/selector Switch includes starting the generator, performing the programmed time delays and the transfer operation. Re-transfer will occur when the external
contact is opened. This is a fail-safe function.
29E I ATS in Bypass A signal to the controller to specify that the switch is in the bypass position
29G I Selector Switch for Auto & Provides a device panel mounted selector switch to specify if the switch is in the automaitc or normal mode or if the switch is in Non-auto-
Non-Auto matic electrical mode.
29K I Enable Manual Retrtansfer Provides an input to remotely initiate a manual retransfer from the Non-preferred source to the Preferred source.
29J I Enable Manual Pushbutton Provides an input to remotely initiate a manual retransfer from the Non-preferred source to the Preferred source or vice-versa.
Transfer E to N or N to E
29L I Manual Retransfer On/Off Provides an input to remotely enable or disable the manual retransfer feature.
29M I Manual Retransfer On/Off Provides an device panel mounted selector switch to enable or disable the manual retransfer feature. Selection of this option automatically
Input w/selector switch adds option 29J.
36 I Load Shed - Emergency Enables load shed (S2 Inhibit), See 36A
Inhibit
36A I Load Shed - Emergency Provides a device panel mounted selector switch to initiate a load circuit disconnection from the Source 2 power source. If the load circuit is
Inhibit w Keyed Switch connected to Emergency and the selector switch is switches to the "S2 Inhibit/Enabled" position, then a re-transfer to Source 1 is completed
if Source 1 is available. If the Preferred Source is not available, then the transfer switch will transfer to neutral. If the load circuit is connected
to Source 1 and the switch is in the "Emergency Inhibit" position, then a transfer Source 2 is prohibited.
37 I Go to "Isolated" Position Provides an input to transfer a 3 position transfer switch (source 1/off/source 2) to the off position using a remote contact closure. When the
signal is removed, the transfer switch will transfer back to the available, prefrred source.
81J I Lockout Provides an input to temporarily disable automatic control. This feature is used to indicate a tripped breaker in a breaker based transfer
switch. It is treated as an alarm and the alarm must be rest to continue automatic operation.
81K I Monitor Mode (N.O. or N.C.) Provides an input to disable automatic control in the ATC-900 controller. This function is used for when manual operation is required. The
controller continues to accurately monitor source status and set points can be changed, however no action will be inititated by the controller.
There are two settings, N.O. and N.C.
90B I Slave Input The ATC-900 Master/Slave controller functionality provides the user with the ability to use two independent transfer switches in three source
systems consisting of a utility and two generator sources. In a three-source system, the Master ATS controls the engine starting and stopping
of the Slave ATS. The slave input receives the engine start signal from the Master controller.
14C O S1 Available The ATC-900 will measure voltage and frequency and if they are measured in the envelope of the settings an Output will show that S1 is
Available
14D O S2 Available The ATC-900 will measure voltage and frequency and if they are measured in the envelope of the settings an Output will show that S2 is
Available
15R O Normal (S1) Source Position Provides 1 form-c relay contact that indicates the position of the source 1 power switching device.
1 Form C
15S O Emergency (S2) Source Posi- Provides 1 form-c relay contact that indicates the position of the source 2 power switching device.
tion 1 Form C
35A O Pre-Transfer Contacts Provides a signal prior to the transferring of the load. Will not transfer until the programmable delay set point in the controller is reached. If
both sources are not available, this option will ignore the time delay set in the controller.
35D O Post Transfer Contacts Provides a signal after the transferring of the load to the delay set point of the controller when reached.
35C O Pre/Post Transfer Signal Provides a signal prior to the transferring of the load. Will not transfer until the programmable delay set point in the controller is reached. If
both sources are not available, this option will ignore the time delay set in the controller. The time delay is programmable for 0-120 second pre
transfer and 0-120 seconds post transfer.
45A-L O Load Sequencing Contacts Provides the capability for sequential contact closure of up to 10 contacts after a transfer. A single adjustable time delay between each of
the relay closures is provided. Operates using the configurable output contacts (form-c). Adjustable 0-120 seconds.

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TYPE I/O I/O DEFINITIONS SUMMARY

45L O Selective Load Shed Provides an output contact that opens to shed a customer load if the measured kW value exceeds the Load Shed kW setpoint value. The load
will be picked up if the Load Restore setpoint is attained. The DCT module is required.
81A O General Alarm Indication Provides remote indication that an alarm condition exists on the ATC-900. Remains on until all alarms are resolved and reset at the controller.
contact
81B O ATS Not in Automatic Provides remote indication that the ATS is not in automatic mode.
81C O ATS in Test Provides remote indication that the ATS is currently running a test. The test could be initiated by the device panel engine test pushbutton or
automatically using the programmed engine excersier.
81D O Engine Test Aborted Provides remote indication that an engine test has been aborted. If during engine test, if either S1 or S2 is removed, the output will be enabled.
The ATC-900 event log contains detailed event information that can help assess the reason the test was aborted
81E O Cooldown in Process Provides remote indication that an engine cooldown is in progess
81F O Gen Start Status (1 & 2) Provides remote indication that the engine start contact is calling for the generator to start. There is a separate Output for each S1 and S2.
81G O LOAD SHED - S2 Inhibit On Provides remote indication that the emergency inhibit is on .
81GL O LOAD SHED - S2 Inhibit On Provides a 30mm pilot light on the transfer switch device panel to indicate that S2 Inhibit is on.
w/white indicating light
81H O ATS on Bypass Provides remote indication that the bypass switch is carryling the load.
81M O Load Bank Control The load bank control output is turned on when an unloaded engine test is in process and the load is connected to the source that is not under
test. It is off at all other times. If, while an engine test is in process, the non-test source fails (i.e. Source 1), the test is aborted which will
cause load bank control relay to turn off in anticipation of transferring load to the generator.
81N 0 Health Provides a remote indication that an alarm condition or loss of control power exists on the ATC-900. Remains on until an alarm condition
occurs or control power is lost.
90A O Master Control The ATC-900 Master/Slave controller functionality provides the user with the ability to use two independent transfer switches in three source
systems consisting of a utility and two generator sources. In a three-source system, the Master ATS controls the engine starting and stopping
of the Slave ATS. The slave input receives the engine start signal from the Master controller.
-- O Remote I/O Uses Modbus control to set an Output relay. See the ATC-900 Modbus Communications Guide IB140006EN for more information.*

*3.5. Function Code 05 – Write Single Coil

(Programmable Outputs and Operation Commands)
Function code 05 executes a Write Coil Command to control the
programmable output relays of the ATC-900 by sending the Coil
Value (FF00 for coil ON, 0000 for coil OFF) to the appropriate reg-
ister address.
Note: The programmable output must be mapped to “Remote I/O” (via
Group 5 setpoints), otherwise the command is ignored and the ATC900
responds with an exception code (01 – ILLEGAL FUNCTION). The register
numbers/addresses of all possible programmable relays are shown in Table
37. Note that Modules 1 through 4 are optional and may not be present in
a given system.

Note: S2 Permit (Input), S2 Request (Output), and TDNF (Timer) are used
on a private switch, please see switch instruction booklet for information
on operation of each.

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Appendix C: Operational Flowcharts Note: These flowcharts assume that Source 1 is the Preferred (Normal)
Source
• Utility - Generator Transfer Switch or Dual Utility
• In-phase Transition Implementation
• Closed/In-phase/Open Transition Flowchart
Note: These flowcharts refer to “breaker” or “contactor.”

Utility - Generator Transfer Switch

Source 1 is available

Close Source 1
(Momentarily energize K3)

Source 1 is powering the load

Source 1 becomes unavailable

(or Engine Test, Plant Exerciser, Go To Emergency)

TDES timer times out

N
Is Source 1
Send “Engine Start” signal available yet?
(Energize Gen Start relay)
Y

TDEN timer times out

Is Source 2 N
available?
Send Pretransfer signal. TPRE times out.
(if Pretransfer enabled)
Y

TDNE timer times out

Open Source 2
(Energize K1)

Send Pretransfer signal. TPRE times out.

(if Pretransfer enabled)
TDN timer times out
(if enabled)

Open Source 1
(Energize K2)
Close Source 1
(Momentarily energize K3)

TDN timer times out

(if enabled)
Source 1 is powering the load

Close Source 2
(Momentarily energize K4) Post Transfer times out
(if enabled)

Source 2 is powering the load

TDEC timer times out

Post Transfer times out

(if enabled)
Remove “Engine Start” signal
(De-energize Gen Start relay)

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In-phase Transition Implementation Example

Source 1 is available

Close Source 1
(Momentarily energize K3)

Source 1 is powering the load

Receive request to transfer to Source 2

(Engine Test, Plant Exerciser, Go To Emergency)

TDES timer times out

Send “engine start” signal

(Energize Gen Start relay)

Is Source 2 N
available?

TDNE timer times out

Send Pretransfer signal. TPRE times out.

(if Pretransfer enabled)

Energize Alarm relay

Sync timer starts timing

Setting:
Open Source 1 Defaults to alarm only
Defaults to TDN
(Energize K2)

Sources
N
synchronized
TDN timer times out
before Sync timer
times out?

Close Source 2 (out of Sync)

Y
(Momentarily energize K4)

Open Source 1 For 2-position contactor ATS

(Energize K2)
Source 2 is powering the load

Close Source 2
(Momentarily energize K4)

Source 2 is powering the load

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TDN/LVD

Note: There are also other options for closed transition such as Closed
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contract. The sole source governing the rights and remedies of
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damage or loss of use of equipment, plant or power system, cost
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