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How To Diagnose & Fix Problems With Your Automatic Transfer Switch

ATS or Automatic Transfer Switch is the heart of your backup power system. So, make sure it never runs into problems. The above discussion will help you diagnose and fix ATS-related problems.

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How To Diagnose & Fix Problems With Your Automatic Transfer Switch

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  1. How To Diagnose & Fix Problems With Your Automatic Transfer Switch?

  2. What Is ATS & What Purpose Does It Serve?

  3. Simply put, ATS is a self-acting electrical device equipped with a control unit.

  4. It kicks into action when the primary power source fails, And, switches the load circuit to the backup power source.

  5. So, for your backup power system to work, the ATS must be in good condition.

  6. Use of ATS has many advantages including convenience and safety.

  7. Different Types Of ATS

  8. You will find the following types of automatic transfer switches; Open transition ATS Closed transition ATS Soft loading transfer switch Soft loading transfer switch

  9. Automatic Transfer Switch Not Working? Possible Reasons

  10. ATS of your backup power system may fail due to;

  11. Problem #1- Circuit breaker has tripped

  12. Circuit breaker serves to protect electrical devices from power surges.

  13. The ATS will malfunction if one of the circuit breakers connected to it is tripped.

  14. Fix: The thing that tripped the circuit breaker must be identified and taken care of.

  15. Problem #2- Bad wires

  16. Bad wires may also affect the functionality of your transfer switch.

  17. Bad wiring can contribute to electrical anomalies such as electric short circuits.

  18. Fix: Check your ATS wiring periodically and replace the defective ones.

  19. Problem #3- Defective controller

  20. Control unit is the heart of an ATS unit.

  21. If it has a fault, the ATS will behave erratically.

  22. Fix: Get it tested by a technician. He will be able to tell if you have to repair, replace, or reprogram it.

  23. Problem #4- Water & contaminants

  24. Your ATS can also get damaged due to water leakage.

  25. Unwanted particles like dirt and debris may also contribute to ATS failure.

  26. Fix: Install the ATS in an isolated place; away from water supply lines.

  27. Don't want to be bothered by unwanted power cuts???

  28. Ensure the upkeep of the automatic transfer switch.

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