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PRODUC T MANUAL 

OVRHT3 series and OVRHS3U series

Surge protective devices 

Installation, operation and maintenance manual

OVRHT3B

OVRHT3C

OVRHS3U

 

WARNING!: 

THE OVRHT3 SERIES AND OVRHS3U SERIES WARRANTY IS VOIDED if the unit is damaged as a result of improper installation or the installer’s 

failure to verify the following conditions prior to installation.

 

WARNING!: 

HAZARDOUS VOLTAGES PRESENT: Improper installation or misapplication may result in serious personal injury or damage to the electrical 

system. Read the complete installation instructions before proceeding with installation. Remove all power to the electrical panel before 

installing or servicing the SPD.

 

WARNING!: 

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: All work must be performed by licensed and qualified personnel. Follow applicable electrical specifications 

for the country the unit is being used in.

 

WARNING!: 

Check to ensure that a proper bond is installed between neutral and ground at the transformer upstream from all 3-phase Wye, 3-phase  

High-leg, 2-phase, or 1-phase, OVRHT3 series and OVRHS3U series device. If the transformer is not accessible, check the main service 

disconnect/panel for the NG bond. Lack of a proper bond will damage OVRHT3 series and OVRHS3U series and void the warranty.

 

WARNING!: 

Do not HIPOT the OVRHT3 series and OVRHS3U series units or the electrical system to which the OVRHT3 series and OVRHS3U series unit is 

connected without disconnecting the OVRHT3 series and OVRHS3U series units conductors including phases, neutral and ground.

Warning!   lnstallation by person with electrotechnical expertise only.

Warnung!   lnstallation nur durch elektrotechnische Fachkraft.

Avertissement!   lnstallation uniquement par des personned qualifiées électrotechnique.

iAdvertencia!   La instalación deberá ser realizada únicamente por electricistas especializados.

Thank you for choosing the ABB  
OVRHT3 series and OVRHS3U series 
Surge Protective Device (SPD).  
We look forward to fulfilling your 
facilitywide surge protection needs.

This manual provides guidelines for the proper installation of the 
OVRHT3 series and OVRHS3U series of devices. Proper product 
selection and compliance with these guidelines will help your new 
suppression system provide years of reliable service. If installers 
are unsure about the facility electrical configuration or have other 
installation-related questions, it is recommended they consult with a 
qualified electrical professional.

When shortcuts are taken or installation procedures are not followed, 
the OVRHT3 series and OVRHS3U series may become damaged or may 
not provide adequate protection. It is extremely important to follow 
these installation procedures carefully.

Summary of Contents for OVRHT3 Series

Page 1: ...void the warranty WARNING Do not HIPOT the OVRHT3 series and OVRHS3U series units or the electrical system to which the OVRHT3 series and OVRHS3U series unit is connected without disconnecting the OVRHT3 series and OVRHS3U series units conductors including phases neutral and ground Warning lnstallation by person with electrotechnical expertise only Warnung lnstallation nur durch elektrotechnische ...

Page 2: ... Black or brown wires model dependent should be connected to either the breaker or the bus of the panel as long as the short circuit current rating does not exceed 65 100 or 200 kAIC please see Table 1 for kAIC rating On High Leg Delta units connect the orange wire to phase B the high leg If you would like to be able to turn the unit off then you may consider connecting it to a breaker of breaker ...

Page 3: ... 4 3 phase Delta 3 wire Figure 6 1 phase 2 wire Earthing System Figure 1 1 phase 2 wire Figure 2 2 phase 3 wire Figure 3 3 phase Wye 4 wire Figure 5 3 phase High Leg Delta 4 wire Note High Leg Orange must be B Phase A 3 POLE 1 CIRCUIT BREAKER A B B C C N N G N G SPD A C B G N EARTH GROUND Xo BOND 2 POLE 1 CIRCUIT BREAKER SPD L1 L2 G N EARTH GROUND Xo BOND L1 N L2 N G L1 L2 N G 1 POLE 1 CIRCUIT BRE...

Page 4: ...ition protector alarm or loss of power Note Maximum torque on terminals is 10 in lbs RE M OT E AL AR M 1 2 3 1 2 3 Protector Service Panel Side N G Electrical Service Entry Surge Protector Service Panel Side Mounting Surface Ground N G L Optional Circuit Breaker Neutral Bars Optional Circuit Breaker N G Locknut Surge Protector Line Wire OVRHT3C mounting OVRHS3U mounting Additional information We r...

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