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TPS3 09

Surge Protective Device

User Manual

Summary of Contents for TPS3 09

Page 1: ...TPS3 09 Surge Protective Device User Manual ...

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: ...ith 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 office 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...

Page 4: ... the secondary windings of the transformer supplying the service entrance main or load are conFigured This includes whether or not the transformer windings are referenced to earth via a grounding conductor The system configuration is not based on how any specific load or equipment is connected to a particular power distribution system SPDs should be installed per the distribution system not per a ...

Page 5: ...her resistant applications require additional sealing o rings etc not included Remove an appropriately sized knockout from panel Connect conductors as appropriate short and straight as possible Hi Legs are Phase B Note that the metallic connection hub is not grounded within the SPD and proper grounding requires connection of the green conductor ground 7 Label or mark conductors as appropriate neut...

Page 6: ...option includes a supplemental diagnostic LED that can be mounted in a conspicuous location For example assume that the SPD is mounted such that it is not readily visible A Remote Indicator can provide visual indication of correct operation Operation is straightforward Green LED On SPD is OK If the LED is out the SPD has failed power is not present or one or more phases are not energized The Green...

Page 7: ...f 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 dam...

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