Siemens TPS3 User Manual
TPS3 Internal Manual
Surge Protective Device
User Manual - USA
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WARNING -
Hazardous Voltage & Shock Hazard
Failure to Follow These Instructions Could Result in Death or Serious Injury
• Only qualified licensed electricians should install or service SPDs
• Hazardous voltages exist within SPDs
• SPDs should never be installed or serviced when energized
• Use appropriate safety precautions including Personal Protection Equipment
• Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, and/or equipment damage.
• This manual shall be read in entirety prior to installing
Bonding and Grounding Hazard
Verify that the neutral conductor in the service entrance equipment is bonded to ground in accordance with the National
Electrical Code (NEC®) and all applicable codes.
Verify that the neutral terminal (XO) on the secondary side of distribution transformers are grounded to the system ground
in accordance with the NEC® and all applicable codes.
During installation into an electrical system the SPD must not be energized until the electrical system is completely installed,
inspected and tested. All conductors must be connected and functional including the neutral (if required). The voltage
rating of the SPD and system must be verified before energizing the SPD.
Failure to follow these guidelines can lead to abnormally high voltages at the SPD. This may cause the SPD to fail. The
warranty is voided if the SPD is incorrectly installed and/or if the neutral conductor in the service entrance equipment or
downstream of separately derived systems is not bonded to ground in accordance with the NEC®.
Do Not Hi-Pot Test SPDs
Any factory or on-site testing of power distribution equipment that exceeds normal operating voltage such as
high-potential insulation testing, or any other tests where the suppression components will be subjected to higher voltage
than their rated Maximum Continuous Operating Voltage (MCOV) must be conducted with the SPD disconnected from the
power source. For 4-wire systems, the neutral connection at the SPD must also be disconnected prior to performing highpotential testing and then reconnected after test completion.
Failure to disconnect SPD and associated components during elevated voltage testing will damage the SPD and will void
the warranty.
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Table of Contents
Failure to Follow These Instructions Could Result in Death or Serious Injury ...................... 2
Do Not Hi-Pot Test SPDs .....................................................................................................................................................2
Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 1
Warning and Safety Information ........................................................................................................................................1
Qualified Person ................................................................................................................................................................1
Danger..............................................................................................................................................................................1
Warning ............................................................................................................................................................................1
Caution .............................................................................................................................................................................1
Do Not Hi-Pot Test SPDs .....................................................................................................................................................1
Limited Warranty ...............................................................................................................................................................1
Unpacking and Preliminary Inspection ...............................................................................................................................1
Storage .............................................................................................................................................................................2
Industry Standards Changes - 2009 ...................................................................................................................................2
Siemens TPS3 SPDs have the following Type designations ..................................................................................................2
Equipment Performance ....................................................................................................................................................2
Voltage Rating ..................................................................................................................................................................2
General Information .............................................................................................................. 4
Precautionary Statement Regarding SPDs on Ungrounded Systems ....................................................................................4
Overcurrent Protection ......................................................................................................................................................4
System Grounding.............................................................................................................................................................4
Environment .....................................................................................................................................................................4
Audible Noise ....................................................................................................................................................................4
Dead front modification Instruction Changes for P1 SPD Instructions ..................................................................................4
P1 Dead Front Knockout Plate Removal Instructions ...........................................................................................................4
TPS3 01 Installation Instructions for: Lighting Panelboards Type P1, P2, P3 ........................ 5
TPS3 01 Installation Instructions for: 400/600 amp S1/S2 and All SE Panels ........................... 6
UL 1283 required language concerning the installation of EMI Filters .................................................................................7
W option Suffix: ...............................................................................................................................................................7
TPS3 05 and TPS3 06 Module Replacement Instructions ..................................................... 8
TPS3 01 and TPS3 06 Module Installation Instructions: MCC ............................................... 9
Operation ............................................................................................................................10
TPS3 Control and Diagnostic Display Panel .......................................................................................................................10
Display Panel with Surge Counter Option .........................................................................................................................10
Dry Contacts Feature .......................................................................................................................................................10
Maintenance ....................................................................................................................... 11
Troubleshooting & Service ...............................................................................................................................................11
Abnormal N-G Voltage Indicators .....................................................................................................................................11
Module Replacement & Service .......................................................................................................................................11
Technical Support ...........................................................................................................................................................12
Display Replacement .......................................................................................................................................................12
Preventive Maintenance (Inspection and Testing) .............................................................................................................12
Corrective Maintenance (Repair) ......................................................................................................................................12
Figures
Figure 1: SPD Types ..........................................................................................................................................................2
Figure 2: Dead Front Modification Instruction ...................................................................................................................4
Figure 3: 250 AMP Max P1 Panels .....................................................................................................................................5
Figure 4: 400/600 AMP S1/S2 AND ALL SE PANELS - TPS3 01 Unit with the NK Accessory Kit ..............................................6
Figure 5: P4, P5 AND Front Connected Distribution Switchboards ......................................................................................8
Figure 6: Service Section Switchboards and low voltage Switchgear ..................................................................................8
Figure 7: Installation in a MCC ..........................................................................................................................................9
Figure 8: BASIC DISPLAY - HORIZONTAL ..........................................................................................................................10
Figure 9: BASIC DISPLAY - VERTICAL ...............................................................................................................................10
Figure 10: DRY CONTACT PIN CONFIGURATION ................................................................................................................10
Tables
Table 1: TYPE DESIGNATIONS ............................................................................................................................................5
Table 2: MODEL NUMBER DECODER ..................................................................................................................................6
Table 3: CONTENTS FOR INSTALLATION IN Lighting Panelboards Type P1, P2, P3 ................................................................8
Table 4: CONTENTS for installation in 400/600 amp S1/S2 and All SE Panels .......................................................................9
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Introduction
Caution
Thank you for choosing Siemens TPS3 Surge Protective Device
(SPD). This is a high quality, high energy surge suppressor
designed to protect sensitive equipment from damaging transient
overvoltages.
Proper installation is important to maximize performance. Please
follow the steps outlined herein.
This entire user manual should be read prior to beginning
installation. These instructions are not intended to replace national
or local codes. Follow all applicable electrical codes to ensure
compliance. Installation of this SPD should only be performed
by qualified electrical personnel.
All Siemens SPDs are extensively tested in accordance with industry
standards such as ANSI/IEEE C62.41.1, C62.41.2, C62.45, C62.62,
C62.72, UL 1449, UL 1283, IEC 61643, etc.
Warning and Safety Information
This equipment contains hazardous voltages. Death, serious
injury, or property damage can result if safety instructions are not
followed. Only qualified personnel should work on or around this
equipment after becoming thoroughly familiar with all warnings,
safety notices, and maintenance procedures contained herein.
The successful and safe operation of this equipment is
dependent upon proper handling, installation, operation, and
maintenance.
Qualified Person
For the purposes of this manual and product labels, a QUALIFIED
PERSON is one who is familiar with the installation, construction,
and operation of this equipment, and the hazards involved. In
addition, he or she has the following qualifications:
(a) Is trained and authorized to energize, deenergize, clear,
ground and tag circuits and equipment in accordance
with established safety practices.
(b) Is trained in the proper care and use of personal protective
equipment (PPE) such as rubber gloves, hard hat, safety
glasses or face shields, flash clothing, etc. in accordance
with established safety practices.
(c) Is trained in rendering first aid.
Danger
For the purposes of this manual and product labels, DANGER
indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Warning
For the purposes of this manual and product labels, WARNING
indicates failure to following these instructions can result in death,
serious injury, or equipment damage.
For the purposes of this manual and product labels, CAUTION indicates
a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in minor or moderate injury.
These instructions do not purport to cover all details or variations in
equipment, nor to provide for every possible contingency to be met
in connection with installation, operation or maintenance. Should
further information be desired or should particular problems arise
which are not covered sufficiently for the purchaser’s purposes, the
matter should be referred to the local Siemens sales office.
Do Not Hi-Pot Test SPDs
Any factory or on-site testing of power distribution equipment that
exceeds normal operating voltage such as high-potential insulation
testing, or any other tests where the suppression components
will be subjected to higher voltage than their rated Maximum
Continuous Operating Voltage (MCOV) must be conducted with
the SPD disconnected from the power source. For 4-wire systems,
the neutral connection at the SPD must also be disconnected prior
to performing high-potential testing and then reconnected after
test completion.
Failure to disconnect SPD and associated components during
elevated voltage testing will damage the SPD and will void the
warranty.
Limited Warranty
Siemens warrants its AC Panel protection products against defective
workmanship and materials for 10 years. Liability is limited to the repair
or replacement of the defective product at Siemens’ option. A Return
Material Authorization number (RA#) must be given by the company
prior to the return of any product. Returned products must be sent
to the factory with the transportation charges prepaid. In addition,
the company also warranties unlimited replacement of modular and
component parts within the warranty period previously described.
The company specifically disclaims all other warranties, expressed or
implied. Additionally, the company is not be responsible for incidental
or consequential damages resulting from any defect in any product
or component thereof.
The sales contract contains the entire obligation of Siemens. This
instruction manual shall not become part of or modify any prior
existing agreement, commitment or relationship.
Unpacking and Preliminary Inspection
Inspect the entire shipping container for damage or signs of
mishandling before unpacking the unit. Remove the packing material
and further inspect the unit for any obvious shipping damages. If any
damage was found and is a result of shipping or handling, immediately
file a claim with the shipping company and forward a copy to your local
Siemens sales office.
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Storage
Siemens TPS3 SPDs have the following Type designations
The unit should be stored in a clean, dry environment. Storage
temperature is -55o C (-67o F) to +85o C (+185o F). Avoid exposing
the unit to areas of high condensation. All of the packaging materials
should be left intact until the unit is ready for installation. If the unit
has been stored for an extended period of time, it may be necessary
to clean the unit and make a complete inspection of the unit prior to
installing and placing into service.
Industry Standards Changes - 2009
UL 1449 Third Edition and 2008 NEC® Article 285 generated substantial
changes.
• The term TVSS changed to SPD
• Types 1, 2, 3 & 4 SPDs are created
• UL 1449 clamping voltage performance testing changed from
500A to 3,000A
• UL 1449 added new Nominal Discharge Current testing (I nominal,
or In), which consists of more rigorous duty-cycle testing
The SPD Type category is important to understand before installing
any SPD. Type 1 and 2 SPDs are fully UL Listed devices whereas Type
4 SPDs are UL Recognized devices.
Type 1 – Installed on line or load side of the Main Overcurrent
Protection (OCP), similar to obsolete products known as Secondary
Surge Arrestors, except now includes rigorous safety testing. Includes
all OCP & safety disconnectors inside the SPD.
Type 2 – Installed on load side of the Main OCP, similar to previous
products known as TVSS. May or may not require external OCP.
Type 3 – Point of Utilization, direct plug in type devices, surge strips,
etc. Theses devices are intended for installation 10 meters from the
panel (rationale based on IEEE Cat. A location).
Type 4 – Surge suppression components, could be a basic component
or a complete module. Type 4 components can be tested for Type 1,
Type 2 or Type 3 applications.
Table 1: Type Designations
SIEMENS TPS3 SERIES TYPE RATING
TPS3 01 & L1 Type 4 for Type 1 applications
TPS3 05 & L5 Type 1
TPS3 06 & L6 Type 4 for Type 1 applications
For further information, please review latest editions of NEC® Art. 285,
UL 1449, contact your local Siemens sales office or contact Siemens
TPS Tech Support at (888) 333-3545.
Equipment Performance
As SPDs sense overvoltage, they create a momentary internal short
circuit, thereby redirecting harmful surge energy to earth ground.
SPDs are capable of repeating this function repeatedly. For optimum
protection, staged surge suppression should be implemented at the
service entrance and all other distribution or panelboard locations
feeding sensitive equipment.
Voltage Rating
Prior to installing the TPS3 SPD, verify that the unit has the correct
voltage rating for the equipment installed by checking the nameplates
of both the equipment and TPS3 module. The service type should
match the intended power source. See Table 2 on the following page
for voltage applications.
Figure 1: SPD Types
2008 NEC Art 285 & UL 1449-3
SPD Types: Types 1, 2, 3, & 4
Based on Location within electrical distribution system
(also coincides with ANSI/IEEE C62.41.2 - 2002 Categories C, B &A)
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