User ManualUniversal Transfer SwitchUTS6, UTS6BI and UTS10BI
1-2Figure 1-1. UTS10BI Universal Transfer Switch APC’s Universal Transfer Switches APC’s UTS6, UTS6BI and UTS10BI Universal Transfer Switches (UTSs) a
1-3Safety Precautions Ensure that you read and understand all of the safety information contained in “About This Manual”, in the front of this manual.
1-4Features Summary The Model UTS6, UTS6BI and UTS10BI Universal Transfer Switches include the following major features: • A fully automatic transfer
1-5Figure 1-2. UTS Power Connectors Generator Inlet This is the male L14-20 or L14-30 connector for the power input cable that connects from the gener
2-1Chapter2FamiliarizationMajor Features The APC Universal Transfer Switches (UTSs) include a variety of features and options that provide maximum fle
2-2Ability to Transfer Select Loads Between Backup Sources When the UTS is connected to both a generator and UPS, it can automatically transfer select
3-1Chapter3Controls and IndicatorsThis chapter describes and illustrates the controls and indicators that are used to setup, configure and operate the
3-2LCD, Push Buttons and LED Indicators The alphanumeric liquid crystal display (LCD), push buttons, and LED indicators are located on the top half of
3-3System Status The UTS system status, and the status of up to three power sources can be viewed by pressing the System Status button. The messages a
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3-4Circuit Status Pressing the Circuit Status button allows you to display additional details about each of the circuits. An example is provided below
3-5Down Arrow/Up Arrow Buttons The Down arrow and Up arrow buttons, shown in Figure 3-1, are used to step through the various options during configura
A-1AppendixAAdvanced ConfigurationAdvanced Configuration and Setup Advanced configuration and setup consists of two major tasks, system configuration
A-2Load Shedding The UTS includes an algorithm (software) for intelligent load management, defined by APC as adaptive load management (ALM), that maxi
A-3Press the System Setup button to display the next message. Reset Energy Meter System Test GEN Source Type Generator Power Rating For example, a typ
A-4Press the System Setup button to advance to the next displayed message. Generator Surge Overload Time Press the System Setup button to advance to t
A-5If you select MANUAL skip the next four sections. If you select AUTO then continue with the next four sections by pressing the Down Arrow key.Press
A-6Generator Start and Stop Delay Times The GEN START DLY TIME specifies the delay between when primary utility power fails, and when the Backup1 auto
A-7UPS Surge Overload Time Reset to Factory Default Circuits Configuration and Setup Press the Circuit Setup button to enter Circuit Setup mode. Whe
iPageAbout This Manual iiiIntended Audience iiiRevision Information iiiImportant Safety Information iiiSafety Symbols iiiImportant Safety Tips i
A-8Circuit Load Types Examples of the types of loads that may be connected to a circuit, and the labels that are typically found beside the circuit br
A-9For example, if you have a home office and you want to backup all of the outlets in the office using a UPS, you would make the circuit to your offi
A-10Circuit Security Mode Circuit Amp Rating When security mode is enabled, the UTS automatically cycles power to the circuit (two hours on, and two h
B-1 AppendixBTroubleshootingThis appendix describes causes and recommended solutions for possible UTS problems. While operating on utility power, some
B-2While operating on backup power, generator’s breaker keeps tripping Possible Cause: The ALM is disabled. Solution: Enable the ALM. Possible Cause:
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iiPageAppendix A - Advanced Configuration A-1Advanced Configuration and Setup A-1System Configuration and Setup A-1Bypass Mode A-1Load Shedding A-2Vol
iiiAbout This ManualIntended Audience This manual provides information for those persons responsible for set up, configuration and operation of the UT
ivImportant Safety Tips The following are important safety tips that must be read and understood prior to installing or operating a UTS6, UTS6BI or UT
vProtect Your InvestmentPlease take a few minutes to fill out and mail the enclosed Warranty Registration Card, or complete the online form at: www.ap
viFrequently Used Acronyms A ampere AC alternating current AFCI arc-fault circuit interrupter ALMTM adaptive load management APC American Power Con
1-1Chapter1IntroductionCongratulations on purchasing your APC Universal Transfer Switch (UTS). Three universal transfer switches are covered in this m
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