Product Features
• Identical to the electrically operated type 185 except
operation is manually initiated
• Operation is achieved through direct manual quick-
make/quick-break handle from the outside of the
enclosure
• True double-throw, inherently interlocked construction
to absolutely prohibit connecting both sources together
ASCO Series 185 Residential/ Light Commercial
Manual Transfer Switches
Generator
Line
Power
Inlet Box
Utility
Line
Main Circuit
Breaker Panel
Typical Backup
Power Circuits
Sump Pump
Freezer
Water Heater
Heating System
Air Conditioner
Security Systems
Engine
Generator
Standby Power
Circuit Breaker
Panel
ASCO SerieS 185 Manual
or Automatic Transfer
Switch
• Listed to UL 1008 for optional standby systems
• Ideal for those applications that have manual start gen-
erators without provisions for automatic engine start
• Padlocking provisions on operating handle to prevent
unauthorized operation
• Same withstand and close-on ratings as
SerieS
185 automatic version
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