Siemens TPS3 09 User Manual

TPS3 09
Surge Protective Device
User Manual
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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.
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 veried 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.
Introduction
Figure 1: SPD Types
Thank you for choosing the Siemens TPS3 09 Surge Protective Device (SPD). TPS3 09 is a high quality, high energy surge suppressor designed to protect sensitive equipment from damaging transient overvoltages. The TPS3 09 is parallel connected such that circuit ampacity is unlimited. Proper installation is important to maximize performance. Please follow steps outlined herein. These instructions are not intended to replace national or local codes. Follow all applicable electrical codes to ensure compliance.
WARNING -
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Only qualified licensed electricians should install or service SPDs
SPDs should never be installed or serviced when energized or during electrical storms
Use appropriate safety precautions including Personal Protection Equipment
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, and/or equipment damage
When used in outdoor applications, customer must seal the conduit nipple using watertight fittings (not included) to ensure a watertight connection
Read this manual in entirety prior to installing
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 I nominal testing (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 what you knew as SSA, 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 what you know as hardwired SPD, and it may require external OCP. Type 3 – Point of Utilization, direct plug in type devices, similar to what you know as surge strips. Theses devices are intended for installation 10 meters from the panel (rational 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.
Hazardous Voltage & Shock Hazard
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)
For further information, please review latest editions of NEC® Art. 285, UL 1449, contact your local Siemens sales ofce or contact Siemens TPS Tech Support at 1.888.333.3545.
The TPS3 09 is a Type 1 SPD. Type 1 SPDs are evaluated more rigorously by UL 1449 for 2008 NEC® Article 285 compliance. Type 1 SPDs and their connecting leads have been evaluated for line side applications without need for supplemental overcurrent protection. Type 1 SPDs include internal overcurrent protection. As a generalization, there are practical maintenance reasons for installing on the load side of the main overcurrent device (i.e. Type 2 installation). When connected on load side of main disconnect, a 30A circuit breaker is recommended due to 10 AWG conductors. The circuit breaker serves as a disconnecting device and provides NEC® imposed short circuit protection to the conductors in Type 2 or 4 applications.
Simplified Explanation of Operation
SPDs sense overvoltage and create a momentary short circuit to redirect harmful surge energy to earth ground. SPD’s are not a one time device. They reset automatically and wait for the next surge. SPDs are capable of repeating this function thousands of times.
Parts List and Inspection
Items included in the package consist of the following:
1 TPS3 09 SPD including 3’ (1~m) conductors
1 User’s Manual (this document)
If the Flush Mount Kit was ordered , additional parts are supplied as follows:
1 Flush Mount Plate
4 Mounting Screws
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