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Replacement Fuse types for the Universal Transfer Switch

Issue:

What fuse type and manufacturer are recommended for use in the Universal Transfer Switch products?

Product Line:

UTS6, UTS6BI, UTS6H and UTS10BI

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Resolution:

The UTS is designed to work with most types of UL-listed, Branch Circuit Rated, Class CC fuses, rated 15A or 20A.

Occasionally it may be necessary to replace the fuses in the UTS. APC recommends that all fuse replacements be done by qualified service personnel. The UTS is rated to work with UL-listed, Branch Circuit Rated, Class CC fuses, rated 15 or 20A. After a fuse replacement, make sure the circuit is configured correctly with the size (15A or 20A) of the fuse. This should be performed through the User Interface of the UTS.

The following are examples of UL-listed, Branch Circuit Rated, Class CC fuses, that APC recommends.

15A:

Ferraz-Shawmut ATMR15
Littelfuse KLKR015
Bussman KTK-R15

20A:

Ferraz-Shawmut ATMR20
Littelfuse KLKR020
Bussman FNQ-R-20
Bussman KTK-R20