Zenith ZTS Series Automatic Transfer Switches

The Zenith ZTS Series is the building block of our transfer switch Neutral Switching
product line. This ruggedly built power contactor family of switches The Zenith ZTS Series is available in true four pole designs for
has been specifically designed for transfer switch duty with multi-source power systems that require neutral switching. The
dependability, versatility and user friendliness of prime concern. neutral contact is on the same shaft as the associated main contacts.
This ensures positive operation, and avoids any possibility that
ZTS switches are available in open type construction for switchboard
the neutral contact will fail to open or close, as is possible when
installation or nema enclosed to the customer’s specifications. The
the neutral pole is an add-on accessory. The neutral contacts
power panel components, consisting of power switching contacts,
are identical to the main contacts, having the same current carrying
drive mechanism and terminal lugs, are mounted on a specially
and high withstand/closing ratings as the mains. They are designed
formed panel. Logic devices including microprocessor control
to break last and make first to reduce the possibility of transients
auxiliary time delays and special accessory equipment are
while switching the neutral.
assembled on the door for ease of maintenance and separation
from the power section. They are connected with a numbered Safe Manual Operation
wiring harness equipped with a disconnect plug that allows The ZTS manual operator consists of a large, easy-to-use handle
isolation of the control panel for maintenance. that fits securely for manual operation during installation and
maintenance or in an emergency.
ZTS Series Method of Operation
When Source 1 voltage fails or drops to a predetermined point The ZTS may be provided with an operator inhibit switch to dis-
(usually 80% of nominal), if required, a circuit is closed to start connect the electrical drive prior to maintenance. Fully enclosed
the engine generator set. When Source 2 reaches 90% of rated wrap-around arc covers shield the main contacts and mechanical
voltage and 95% of rated frequency, the drive solenoid is energized components, preventing operator exposure during manual operation.
through the Source 2 coil control relay, causing the main contacts to
Transferring Large Motor or Highly Inductive Loads
disconnect the load from Source 1 and connect it to Source 2.
Some loads, especially large motors, receive severe mechanical
After the drive solenoid has completed its electrical stroke and
stress if power is transferred out of phase while the motor is still
is seated, the Source 2 coil control relay opens to disconnect it. The
rotating. Also, back EMF generated by a motor may result in excess
transfer switch is now mechanically locked in the Source 2 position.
currents that can blow fuses or trip circuit breakers. GE offers
When Source 1 voltage is restored to a predetermined point four solutions to these problems:
(usually 90% of nominal), the control voltage sensing energizes.
The Source 1 side coil relay closes, and after the drive solenoid Universal Motor in phase (within a self- other applications which
has completed its electrical stroke and is seated, the coil control Disconnect (UMD): adjusting range). GE’s high require a means to dis-
This load control discon- speed transfer action, connect the load from
relay opens to disconnect it. The transfer switch is now mechanically nects a large motor via coupled with the MX either source. Major UPS
locked in the Source 1 position. its control circuit for an series microprocessor system manufacturers
adjustable period of time control logic, ensure recommend delayed
Drive Mechanism prior to transfer in either closures at or near zero transition switches for
All Zenith ZTS switches employ the simple “over-center” principle to direction. For switching degree phase difference. proper restart sequencing
multiple motors, GE’s of their systems.
achieve a mechanically locked position in either Source 1 or Accessory A62 discon- Series ZTSD: GE offers
Source 2 and GE’s high speed drive assures contact transfer in nects the motors prior delayed transition Series ZTSCT: GE’s Zenith
to transfer and brings switching on transfer series of closed transition
100ms or less. High contact pressure and positive mechanical switches rated 40 amperes switches combine ZTSD
them back on line
lock allow for high withstand and closing ratings, far exceeding sequentially. and above – the GE Zenith operation during a source
ZTSD Series. This pro- failure with a highly
UL requirements. All ZTS units are listed with UL umbrella (any) Accessory R50: This is grammed center-off engineered control system
breaker, coordinated breaker and current limiting fuse ratings. an in-phase monitor position allows for the that allows momentary
that compares the phase full decay of rotating paralleling (100 ms) of
angle between both motors or transformer two acceptable sources,
sources of power and fields. It can also be thereby limiting the
prevents transfer until used for load shedding impact of transfer
the two are approximately of selected circuits or on the load.

Electrical Ratings Performance Features • Segmented silver tungsten alloy

contacts with separate arcing
• Ratings 40 to 4000 amperes • Contact transfer speed less than
contacts on 225 amp and above
• 2, 3 or 4 Poles 100 milliseconds
• Arc quenching grids, enclosed arc
• Open type, NEMA 1, 3R, 4, 4X and 12 • High close-in and withstand capability
chambers, and wide contact air gap
• Available to 600 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz • Temperature rise test per UL 1008 for superior source-to-source isolation
conducted after overload and endurance on all units
• Suitable for emergency and standby
tests - exceeds UL requirements
applications on all classes of load, • Control circuit disconnect plug and
100% tungsten rated through 400 amps • Available in ZTS (utility-generator), ZTSU drive inhibit switch for safe maintenance
(utility-utility), ZTSG (generator-generator)
• UL 1008 listed at 480 VAC • Components accessible for inspection
and ZTSM (manual) configurations
• CSA C22.2 No. 178 certified at 600 VAC and maintenance without removal of
Design and Construction Features the switch or power conductors
• IEC 947-6-1 listed at 480 VAC
• Double throw, interlocked operation • Mechanical indicator and contact
chamber cover designed for inspection,
• Electrically operated, mechanically held
safety and position designation
by a simple, over-center mechanism

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