ENGINE GENERATOR SYSTEM WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH Clause Samples
The "Engine Generator System with Automatic Transfer Switch" clause defines the requirements for providing and installing a backup power generator system equipped with an automatic transfer switch. This clause typically specifies the type and capacity of the generator, installation standards, and the conditions under which the automatic transfer switch will activate to supply power during utility outages. By detailing these requirements, the clause ensures that critical systems remain operational during power failures, thereby minimizing downtime and protecting essential operations.
ENGINE GENERATOR SYSTEM WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH. A. Engine Generator
1. Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
2. Provide fuel system piping as recommended by generator set manufacturer.
3. Provide wiring for fuel shutoff valve powered from generator set batteries and controlled by generator set control panel.
4. Provide interconnecting wiring between generator control panel and pump control panel.
5. Provide interconnecting wiring between generator control panel and telemetry system.
6. Provide interconnecting wiring between generator control panel and automatic transfer switch for automatic start.
7. Provide duplex receptacle, battery charger, alternator heater, and jacket heater branch circuits from an external source.
ENGINE GENERATOR SYSTEM WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH. A. Engine Generator System
1. Provide the services of manufacturer's representative to check the equipment installation, supervise initial start up, and instruct Town's personnel in proper operation and maintenance of the equipment. A minimum of one trip to the site will be required, consisting of a minimum of one 8-hour working day. Regardless of the time spent at the site, services will not be considered complete until the system operates as intended for a minimum of one (1) month of operation.
2. Provide a four hour full load test utilizing portable test bank. Simulate power failure including operation of transfer switch, automatic starting cycle, automatic shutdown, and return to normal. The load bank test shall be performed at the job site and shall include one hour at 50% load, one hour at 75% load, one hour at 100% load, and one hour at 50% load. Any defects that become evident during the test shall be corrected. Safety shutdown features shall be tested by simulating the primary device contact closure.
3. Record in 20 minute intervals during four hour test:
a. Kilowatts.
b. Amperes.
c. Voltage.
d. Coolant temperature.
e. Ambient temperature.