Connecting A Generator To The Ups Solution; Disconnecting A Generator From The Ups Solution - Siemens 667/HB/47750/000 General Handbook

12.6.4 Connecting a Generator to the UPS Solution

1. Ensure the generator is off and not energised.
2. Install and connect an earth electrode if required.
3. Open the Generator Connect Feeder Pillar locate the changeover switch.
4. Connect the generator to the appliance inlet directly below the switch.
5. Switch the changeover switch to OFF.
6. Start the Generator and allow at least 10 seconds for its output to settle.
7. Switch the changeover switch to GEN.
8. Feed the connecting cable through the cable entry slot in the pillar door then
close and lock the Generator Connect Feeder Pillar.
NOTE: The UPS solution should now be in LINE mode, using the generator
power in the place of the mains supply. See section 12.1 for more information
on operating modes.

12.6.5 Disconnecting a Generator from the UPS Solution:

1. Open the Generator Connect Feeder Pillar and locate the changeover switch.
2. Switch the changeover switch to OFF and wait 5 seconds.
3. Switch the changeover switch to MAINS.
4. Switch off the generator and allow at least 10 seconds for it to de-energise.
5. Disconnect the generator from the appliance inlet within the pillar.
6. Remove the connecting cable then close and lock the pillar.
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Figure 12-6: Three-position Changeover Switch
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