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Cummins/Onan RSS100 / RSS200 — AC Connections

Installation · Transfer switch power terminals

For the Cummins/Onan RSS100 / RSS200, from the Cummins/Onan service manual.

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Before you start

  • Disconnect generator battery (negative (-) terminal first) before proceeding.
  • Make sure that both AC power sources are disconnected.

Procedure

  1. Test the operation of the generator set from its own control.
  2. Stop the generator set and remove the negative lead from the cranking battery.
  3. Make sure both AC power sources are disconnected.
  4. Connect power cables of sufficient size to the line, load, and generator terminals marked A and B.
  5. Tighten the terminal lugs as indicated in Table 2 or Table 3.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • 100 Amp utility, generator, and load terminals: 120 In-lbs (14 N·m)
  • 200 Amp utility, generator, and load terminals: 275 In-lbs (31 N·m)
  • Utility circuit breaker terminals 100 and 200 Amp: 250 In-lbs(28 N·m)

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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