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Cummins/Onan OT UCD 280 — Manual Transfer — Two Actuator Transfer Switch (Switched Neutral)

Operation · Linear actuators and manual operator handles

For the Cummins/Onan OT UCD 280, from the Cummins/Onan service manual.

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Before you start

  • Automatic operation of the transfer switch can occur, causing personal injury, if the motor disconnect switch is not in the DOWN, manual operation position.

Procedure

  1. Move the motor disconnect switch to the DOWN, manual operation position.
  2. Pull the top power pole handle down, disconnecting the power poles from the normal power source.
  3. Pull the top neutral pole handle all the way down, connecting the load neutral to the emergency neutral.
  4. Push the lower power pole handle down, connecting the load to the emergency power source.

Source: Cummins/Onan service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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