Siemens TPSA9040 User Manual

TPSA9040 Residential Transient Voltage Surge Suppressor

User’s Manual

Introduction

Thank you for choosing the Siemens TPSA9040 Residential Transient Voltage Surge Suppressor.

Save this manual! It includes instructions for obtaining warranty service and for returning a defective device.

Please read and understand all information in this manual prior to installation. The procedures contained herein are not intended to supersede local or national electrical codes. Check all applicable electrical codes to ensure compliance. In all instances, local and national electrical code requirements are to be followed.

This manual provides instructions for installing the TPSA9040 Transient Voltage Surge Suppressor (TVSS). The TPSA9040 TVSS (Figure 1) can be mounted three ways. The preferred way is to mount the TVSS directly to the outside of the electrical panel equipment using the chase nipple on the body of the TVSS. It can also be installed against a panel/wall using installer supplied hardware, or it can be installed using an optional Flush Mount Kit. The latter two methods require use of additional conduit and hardware (not provided).

The TPSA9040 provides a broad range of protection from damaging transient voltage surges and spikes. Proper installation is imperative to maximize the effectiveness and overall performance of this device. This device must be installed by a licensed electrician. The electrician should follow the steps outlined in this manual to insure proper installation.

Failure to follow the guidelines in this manual can lead to abnormally high voltage being applied to the TVSS. This may cause the TPSA9040 unit to become inoperative. The warranty does not cover an incorrectly installed device.

Do not high potential test the electrical system with the TVSS connected. Failure to disconnect the TVSS during

elevated voltage testing will result in damage to the suppression components and/or other electronic components (see Safety Information).

Parts List and Inspection

Items included in the package consist of the following:

• 1 TPSA9040 Transient Voltage Surge Suppressor

• 1 User’s Manual (this document)

If the Flush Mount Kit (Part #KITFMC) was ordered, additional parts are supplied as follows:

• 1 Flush Mount Panel

• 1 Flush Mount Installation Instructions

• 4 Pan-head Screws

Carefully inspect each item in the package for signs of damage. If damage is found, please contact Siemens Technical Support: 1-888-333-3545. For more information about this product or other Siemens products, visit www.sea.siemens.com.

Safety Information

Note: Siemens products are extensively tested to industry standards as set by IEEE C62.41 and C62.45, for Categories A, B, and C. The TPSA9040 is listed to the most recent edition of UL 1449. This product is suitable for installation

on electrical distribution equipment capable of delivering not more than 25,000 rms symmetrical amperes.

During installation into an electrical system, the TPSA9040 must NOT be energized until the electrical system is installed, inspected and tested. All conductors must be connected and functional, including neutral (if required).

This section provides pertinent safety information that must be considered before installing the TVSS.

• Do not install this device during a lightning storm.

• This device is rated NEMA 4X. Suitable for indoor and outdoor applications. The conduit nipple must be sealed against the panel using watertight fittings (not supplied) to ensure a watertight connection.

• Do not install the surge protector in an excessively hot or moist location.

• Other safety considerations are listed on the following page.

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DANGER

Hazardous voltage. Will cause death or serious injury.

Disconnect power before working on this equipment

Verify all power circuits are de-energized before making any connections. The voltage rating of the device and system must always be verified before energizing the TVSS. All electrical connections should be performed by a qualified (licensed) electrician. All wiring must comply with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and applicable local codes.

• Maintenance of this Transient Voltage Surge Suppressor should be performed by qualified electrical personnel only.

• During normal operation, hazardous voltages are present inside the unit.

• When servicing this unit, be sure to follow all electrical safety precautions.

• All power sources to this unit should be locked off before servicing. This will prevent the risk of receiving an electrical shock.

CAUTION

HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE

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BONDING BETWEEN CONDUIT CONNECTIONS

IS NOT AUTOMATIC AND MUST BE PROVIDED

AS PART OF THE INSTALLATION.

DO NOT CONDUCT DIELECTRIC AND/OR HIGH

POTENTIAL TESTING ON THIS UNIT.

THIS TESTING WILL CAUSE INTERNAL DAMAGE

Installation

Installing the TPSA9040 TVSS:

To install the TVSS to the electrical panel equipment, proceed as follows:

Ensure power to the electrical panel equipment has

1. been disconnected. Remove the screws securing the outer panel equipment

2. cover to the electrical panel equipment (see Figure 1). Select the location where the TVSS will be mounted

3. (should be based on the internal configuration of the electrical panel equipment and the physical surroundings outside the equipment). Note that the TVSS’s lead length must be minimized to achieve maximum performance. Once the location has been determined, drill or punch a 7/8” diameter hole in the top, bottom or side surface of the electrical panel equipment. The ideal mounting location will also allow the TVSS to be secured to the wall or panel in addition to using the chase nipple. Screw one of the conduit nuts on to the chase nipple

4. until it bottoms out. Note: bonding of the conduit connections to the electrical panel equipment is not automatic, and must be provided as part of the installation (remove paint from the electrical panel equipment surface prior to installing the TVSS and chase nipple). Push the leads from the TVSS through the 7/8” diameter

5. hole toward the inside of the electrical panel equipment. Push the leading part of the chase nipple through the hole and secure the TVSS using a second conduit nut (sandwiching the metal wall of the electrical panel equipment between the two conduit nuts).

If possible, to provide extra rigidity in the installation, attach the TVSS to the wall or electrical panel equipment using installer supplied hardware.

Trim the leads from the TVSS as short as possible, but still allowing the following connections to be made (see Figure 2):

• Black wires ( two in number ) go to the nearest

free 20 amp circuit breaker. The phase of each lead is marked with a white band and letter designator (L1 & L2). Connect the TVSS leads to the appropriate phases. (It is not critical which black wire goes to the positions on the circuit breaker, however connect to L1 and L2 if known.)

• Connect the white Neutral wire to the neutral bar

using a set screw.

• Connect the green Ground wire to the electrical

panel equipment ground.

Note: Conducting dielectric and/or high potential testing

will cause internal damage to the TVSS unit. DO NOT perform dielectric or high potential tests with the phase or neutral TVSS wires connected.

Install the panel equipment cover.

9. Apply power to the panel equipment. LEDs will illumi-

10. nate on the TVSS. If any connected phase LED on the TVSS does not illuminate, remove power, check all

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