Thread: Generator Issue
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Old 04-30-2009, 03:13 PM   #10
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First you need to locate the transfer switch. Find out the make and model.
To test, you will have to remove the cover, test for 120 volts on each leg at the incoming line from generator, if there, test for 120 volts at each leg on the output side of the switch. If not there then the transfer switch is bad.

It could be just burnt contacts, not allowing the current to flow. It could be a bad Time Delay Module if it is an Iota Switch, that was what was wrong with mine. I purchased and replaced the whole transfer switch and then ordered a new Time Delay Module circuit board.

If it is an Iota brand, they have some test procedures on their website.

Like I stated in my first reply to you, if you are not comfortable working on live circuits, then take it to a prfessional. The testing has to be done with the generator running with two live 120 volt circuits coming into the transfer switch from the genny. Be very, very careful!!!!

Ron
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