Transfer switch popping every 15 seconds
I’m plugged into a 30 amp pedastal and my transfer switch keeps popping. I checked all the wiring and it looks clean and nothing is loose. I tried unhooking power and running the generator and ever...
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rgatijnet1 wrote:
Transfer switches have been known for the individual wire connections coming loose. Make sure that NOTHING electrical is connected and then take the cover off of the transfer switch and tighten all of the connectors. This may solve your problem.
I'd also check the contact switches insidw the transfer switch. Normally a transfer switch is wired such that the default position is to prefer shore power and the contact switches inside are held in that position with springs. But if the contacts have a build-up of patina or they're pitted from arcing they might not make good contact. When this happens the junction can heat up and the switch could open. I'd also check to make sure the springs are still in good shape.
