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Troubleshooting & Service 

Please contact us for any service related issues.  

Quality  SPDs  withstand  severe  duty  and  attempt  to  protect  their 
load  until  failure.    There  are  electrical  anomalies  that  SPDs  cannot 
protect  against.    These  are  generally  Sustained  Overvoltages  also 
known as Temporary Overvoltages (TOVs).  In this context, Sustained 
Overvoltages  may  be  only  a  few  cycles.    Failed  SPDs  tend  to  be 
symptoms, not root causes.  A failed SPD is usually a sign of other 
problems within the electrical distribution system.  As a generalization, 
the single largest cause of SPD failures is reference to ground issues.  
If the SPD shows problems on startup, there is reasonable chance of 
bonding/grounding/misapplication issue.  This permanently damages 
the unit.  If not corrected, it will happen again.

Warranty and Customer Service

Limited Warranty

Siemens  warrants  its  DC  PV  protection  products  against  defective 
workmanship and materials for 5 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.

Technical Support

1.888.333.3545

Prior to calling Siemens TPS3 Technical Support for assistance or ordering 
parts, please have the following information available:

TPS3 model number: ________________________________
Manufacture date: _________________________________
Date of Purchase: ___________________________________
Your order number: _______________________________

Return Shipment Address:

Siemens - Attn: RA #___________
14550 58th Street North
Clearwater, FL  33760

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Summary of Contents for TPS3 03 DC

Page 1: ...ive Device DC Voltage Photovoltaic System Instructions Do Not Use for AC Voltage Installation Save These Instructions This manual contains important instructions that shall be followed during installation and maintenance of the power system User Manual Canada ...

Page 2: ...age 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 wit...

Page 3: ... overvoltages TPS3 03 DC 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 UL 1449 Third Edition Sept 2009 2008 NEC Article 285 and CSA C22 1 CEC generated substant...

Page 4: ...n to the conductors Similar TPS3 03 DC models have demonstrated 200kA Short Circuit Current Ratings SCCR including leads on AC power systems and have been rated for Type 1 applications NEC Article 285 This device features internal overcurrent and overtemperature protection that will disconnect effected surge suppression components at the end of their useful life but will maintain power to the load...

Page 5: ...require additional sealing o rings etc see Figure 5 6 Connect conductors as appropriate 1000V models require insulated sleeving included SeeFigure 4 forwire outs short straightas possible seeFigure4 7 Label or mark conductors as appropriate ground green positive red negative black 8 Make sure system is grounded per NEC or CEC and is clear of hazards or faults before energizing 9 Energize and confi...

Page 6: ... During these fault conditions any electrical equipment including an SPD may be subjected to voltages which exceed their designed ratings This information is being provided to the user so that an informed decision can be made before installing any electrical equipment on an ungrounded power system CONDUCTING DIELECTRIC AND OR HI POTENTIAL TESTING WILL CAUSE INTERNAL DAMAGE TO TPS3 UNIT Do not perf...

Page 7: ...uct 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 ...

Page 8: ...North Service Road East Oakville ON L6H 0H6 SPD Hotline 888 333 3545 info purgethesurge ca European Authorized Representative Obelis s a Boulevard Général Wahis 53 1030 Brussels BELGIUM Tel 32 2 732 59 54 Fax 32 2 732 60 03 E Mail mail obelis net ...

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