TPS12 Ops Manual Revision.pmd
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1. C Set 2 4lo 0 8 6 Normally Open slo 9 7 Connected to Pin 4 8 Connected to Pin 5 1571 ce 9 Connected to Pin 6 Customer Connection OUTPUT 3Amp Max 240VAC Max Customer Maximum Switching Connection Capacity BOW 120VA 400 INPUT Transformer IN Page 9 MAINTENANCE PERIODIC INSPECTION AND CLEANING Inspection of the TPS should be performed periodically to maintain reliable system performance and continued tran sient voltage surge protection While it is difficult to establish a preventive maintenance schedule because conditions vary from location to location inspections for trouble utilizing the on line diagnostics should be performed on a routine basis weekly or monthly Every effort should be made to ensure that the TPS remains clean and dry A towel may be used to wipe the exterior of the enclosure Avoid excess moisture and dry with a towel as appropriate CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR Siemens TPS are designed for many years of safe reliable trouble free operation Unfortunately even the most reliable equipment can become inoperative On line diagnostics are an integral part of the TPS and indicate if service is required Audible alarms and abnormal illumination of LEDs indicate problems within the TPS and pos sibly within the electrical system TPS s are an important link in managing power quality issues Quality TPS s such as the TPS12 Series are designed and tested to withstand severe2. UI Voltage Code A 120 240 10 3W 120 B 240 120V 34 AW 160 C 208Y 120V 3 2 4W 240 D 240V 36 3W E 480Y 277V 3 3 4W F 480V 3 3W G 600V 34 3W K 380Y 220V 3 4W L 600Y 347V 34 4W Surge Current kA Options R Remote Monitor D Disconnect Switch 03 NEMA 3R Enclosure 04 NEMA 4 Enclosure 4X NEMA 4X Enslosure F Flush Mount Option Surge Counter Option 2 Dual Surge Counter Option Note When no option Is selected a zero 0 is used in option field SERVICE CLEARANCE In addition to national and local code requirements 36 is required at the front of the TPS Series for service clearance AUDIBLE NOISE Unit noise is negligible and does not restrict the location of the installation MOUNTING DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT The TPS12 Series is designed to be mounted on a vertical wall Refer to diagram for mounting dimensions and weight XWARNING e Confirm XO N G Bonding at Upstream Transformer e Do Not Hi Pot Test TVSS e Resulting Damage is not Covered Under Warranty Page 2 MOUNTING DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT Diagnostics Display Panel e Mounting Holes are 5 16 0 8 cm e Unit weight 21 Ibs 9 6 kg e Flange to Flange measures 11 55 29 3 cm e Optional Enclosure for Disconnect Add 2 inches 5 cm to all dimensions except depth and add 5 lbs 2 3kg VERIFY THAT ALL POWER CIRCUITS ARE DEENERGIZED BEFORE MAKING CONNECTIONS All electrical connect
3. and sized per the NEC Adequate electrical continuity must be maintained at all race way connections Do not use isolating bushings to interrupt a metallic raceway run A separate isolated ground for the TPS is NOT recommended Proper equipment connections to grounding system and ground grid continuity should be veri fied via inspections and testing on a regular basis as part of a comprehensive electrical maintenance program Page 3 PARALLEL CONNECTIONS NOTE Safety Ground required for all units Per UL 1449 Para graph 1 4 TPS s are intended for installation on the load side of the main overcurrent protection Locate the TPS as close as possible to the protected circuit to minimize wire length This will optimize the performance of the TPS Long wire runs are to be avoided if the unit is to perform as intended To reduce the impedance that the wire displays to surge cur rents route the phase neutral if used and ground conduc tors within the same conduit and should be tightly bundled or gently twisted together to optimize the performance of the unit Avoid sharp bends in the conductors Phases Neutral If Used FIGURE 1 TYPICAL PARALLEL CONNECTIONS To Protected Load s Neutral If Used q en Maa I Interconnecting Wiring e Minimize Length e Avoid Sharp Bends e Gently Twist Conductors Together TPS 12 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1 WARNING Disconnect all power while ins
4. as required If the TPS is installed and functioning properly the green LED indi cators on the front diagnostic face plate will be lit and there will be no audible or visual alarms WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE TESTING Any factory or on site testing of power distribution equipment that exceeds the normal operating voltage such as high po tential insulation testing or any other tests where the suppression components will be subjected to voltages higher than their rated turn on voltage must be conducted with the suppressor disconnected from the power source For 4 wire TPS devices the neutral connection at the TPS must also be disconnected prior to performing high po tential testing and then reconnected upon completion of the test 14 If you have any questions pertaining to the installation instructions call Siemens TPS Technical Support at 888 333 3545 OPTIONAL FLUSH MOUNT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS The TPS12 unit is approximately 5 deep The unit will not mount flush unless there is at least 5 of clearance The TPS12 is not designed to mount flush on a typical 2 x 4 stud wall Back Flange Mounting Mount as close as possible to pro tected panel Create a wall opening slightly larger than 12 high by 12 wide See drawing Configure a robust backing plate inside the wall cavity 6 from the wall face such that the TPS will be supported from its back Note the mounting holes on the back flange Also note that the TPS weigh
5. duty However there are various electri cal distribution problems that a TPS will not protect against Should you suspect a TPS problem a qualified technician should first perform an overview of the electrical distribution system including verification of proper voltages and phasing Regardless of the cause TPS s will sacrifice themselves while attempting to protect their load Accordingly a failed TPS may indicate other problems as its failure is the effect rather than the cause Page 10 MODULE REPLACEMENT The TPS12 features a replaceable module In the unlikely event that a unit becomes suspect or inoperative replacing the module is the most effective solution Instructions and diagram to follow 1 Disconnect the power and confirm that the unit is deenergized with an AC voltmeter 2 Identify and or mark all ribbon cables and conductors to aid in re assembly 3 Carefully disconnect the ribbon cables and conductors 4 Remove the four 7 16 nuts attaching the module to the enclosure Remove the module 5 Reassembly is opposite of above Ensure that the green ground wire is reattached Secure door before reenergiz ing the unit Should you encounter an unusual problem or require factory service support please contact Siemens TPS Technical Support at 888 333 3545 Module attaching nuts WARNING e Confirm XO N G Bonding at Upstream Transformer e Do Not Hi Pot Test TVSS e Resulting Damage is not Cove
6. D indicator above Alarm Silence illuminates when the alarm is deactivated Normal operation occurs with the Alarm Silence LED extin guished The red Service LED will remain illuminated even though the Audible Alarm has been silenced Test tests the red Service LED and the Audible Alarm and changes the state of Dry Contacts if equipped If LEDs are illuminated in a manner that suggests contradic tory information there may be an internal logic problem and the unit needs replacement If none of the LEDs are illumi nated the unit may not be installed correctly Please note that the internal storage capacitor for surge counter backup must be energized for about 15 minutes before Count will function If a green LED is not illuminated and is suspected of being faulty a qualified electrician or technician may attempt to diagnose the problem by de energizing the unit removing the front cover and exchanging ribbon cable leads with another phase if available Upon reenergizing the TPS the appropriate LED will illuminate if the suspect LED has failed If troubleshooting indicates a failed LED please contact Siemens TPS Technical Support at 888 333 3545 Page DISCONNECT SWITCH OPTION The integral disconnect provides a means to de energize the TPS for service With disconnect the box size is 12 36 x 12 36 without disconnect box size is 10 36 x 10 36 REMO
7. TE MONITOR OPTION The Remote Monitor option provides operational status for 1 3 TPS up to 1000 feet away The Remote Monitor requires input information from each SPD s dry contact Connections are made to the Remote Monitor s 10 position terminal block using 25 to 18 AWG wire not provided The Remote Monitor includes a 6 cord connected power supply that requires a traditional 120VAC wall outlet The Remote Monitor s output has one Green LED one flashing Red LED an audible alarm and a Form C dry contact NO C NC Upon receiving a status change via the SPD s dry contacts the Remote Monitor s Green LED will go out the Red LED will flash the audible alarm will sound and the Remote Monitor s dry contact output will change state i e Normally Open will change to Closed and Normally Closed will change to Open The Remote Monitor has a three position slide switch for Test Normal and Silence The Test position turns the Green LED off the flashing Red LED on the audible alarm on and changes the state of the output dry contacts During an alarm condi tion the Silence position will silence the audible alarm while the Red LED continues to flash When the anomaly is corrected reset to the Normal position Page 8 REMOTE MONITOR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Plan installation Remote Monitor can be installed on Din Rail or included mounting attachment Position Remote Monitor appropriately with access to power Remove four screws t
8. TPS 12 Transient Voltage Surge Suppressor User s Manual 4 ra Arc Be d VIN y R NAL IN CAU N d e A CONDUCTING DIELECTRIC AND OR HI POTENTIAL TESTING WILL CAUSE INTERNAL DAMAGE TO TPS UNIT Do not perform dielectric or high potential teste with the TPS unit Installed HIGH VOLTAGE Table of Contents Recommended Application satinado 1 Unpacking and Preliminary e Ee ge e san ee 1 o ee 1 Rate ut ee cri ios 1 Eduipment Perrone sra ae 1 How to Decode a Model Number Product Orientation ccooocccnccnccnnnoncnnnnnncnnononncnnnnnnnnnnnnonnos 2 SERVICE O iN e lt P nee ee 2 Audible NOISE pod ee 2 Mounting Dimensions and Weight anne ee 2 Overcurrent Protection risas 3 ee Eet e E ee 3 EE 3 Wire Size and Installation TOQUES ias 3 Circuit Breaker and Disconnect Switch 3 SISTEM GROUNDING ica 3 Parallel COMICIOS iones 4 Jee IEN dein WT En e EE 4 Fush Mount Installation IESSE 5 Installation Wiring Diada Sendai 5 o A 6 Surge Counter O DUDAS e 6 Dr Conta DON aaa 6 Leier dee LED Status ae H te E 7 DISCONNECT Switch Option ci a 8 Remote e e o Si BO A 8 Remote Mointor Installation Instructions cin 8 Periodic Inspection and Cleaning essen 10 Corrective Maintenance and Repnairs 10 Module Renata nad E 10 BIS Warranty nern 11 Gem al MORD A pit 11 TABLES Table 1 Voltage Rating and Service Tvpe nenn 3 Table 2 DB 9 Pin ege e ee ae 7 FIGURES Figure 1 Typical Parallel Connections ss nnsssnnnseennsseensse
9. ables will not be pinched crushed or otherwise damaged when the TPS cover is closed If connecting the Dry Contacts it may be effective to install the communication lines prior to the power conductors Twist together and keep as short as possible the connect ing wires from the TPS to the AC distribution panel Connect a 8 AWG wire in conduit to the safety ground bus of the AC distribution panel and to the ground lug of the TPS Use a green wire or mark with a green band Tighten to 18 inch pounds Proper grounding is essential for safety Connect a 8 AWG wire in conduit to the NEUTRAL bus of the panel and to the neutral lug of the TPS Use a white wire or mark with a white band Tighten to 18 inch pounds Connect a 8 AWG wire in conduit to each phase feed on the LOAD side of the circuit breaker in the AC distribu tion panel Use a 30A to 40A 40A preferred circuit breaker with the appropriate number of poles Turn the circuit breaker OFF before making any connection Refer to the connection lug phase markings in the TPS and on the appropriate diagrams that follow when making the phase connections After all connections have been made but before closing the circuit breaker reinstall the internal diagnostic face plate if it was removed in step 6 Check to insure that all ribbon cable connectors are all fully engaged in their sock ets Replace the TPS cover and restore power to the AC distribution panel or circuit breaker
10. as high potential insulation testing or any other tests where the suppression components will be subjected to voltages higher than their rated turn on voltage must be conducted with the suppressor disconnected from the power source For 4 wire TPS devices the neutral connection at the TPS must also be disconnected prior to performing high potential testing and then reconnected upon completion of the test Failure to disconnect this surge suppression device and its associated suppression components during elevated voltage testing will damage suppression components and or other electronic components and will void the warranty Save this manual It includes instructions for obtaining warranty service and returning a defective unit RECOMMENDED APPLICATION Siemens Transient Protection System TPS is a high quality high energy surge suppression system that is designed to protect sensitive equipment from damaging transient over voltage surges Proper installation is imperative to maximize the surge suppressor s effectiveness and performance The installer should follow the steps outlined in this manual to insure a proper installation Improper installation will void the unit s warranty The entire manual should be read prior to beginning the installation These instructions are not intended to replace national or local electrical codes Check all appli cable electrical codes to verify compliance Installation should only be performed by qua
11. close to the circuit as possible to minimize wire length We recommend that the TPS be installed with the shortest and straightest possible leads gently twisted together where possible For optimum transient surge protection staged surge sup pression should be implemented at the service entrance and all other electrical connections to the building telephone CATV etc Additional surge protection should be installed at recognized surge generating loads such as arc welding rigs large motors switched capacitors etc Sensitive electronic loads such as computer equipment facsimile machines copy machines solid state motor drives variable frequency drives should also have localized surge suppression For intercon nected electronic loads via data cabling surge protective devices should also be utilized to protect devices on both ends of data cables Page 1 PRODUCT ORIENTATION Model number on ID nameplate inside of door can be decoded as follows Date of Manufacture Short Circuit Current Rating and UL 1449 Suppression Voltage Levels SVR s are also on the unit ID nameplate TPS O Catalog Number Example TPSC12240SFDR identifies a TPS12 208Y 120V Three Phase Four Wire 240kA per phase Surge Current Rating with options Surge Counter Flush Mount Disconnect Switch and Remote Monitor Note Flush Mount available with NEMA 12 Enclosure Only Dual Surge Counter available with WYE Voltage Codes Only 12 DOO
12. e company will not be responsible for incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect in any product or component thereof TECHNICAL SUPPORT 1 888 333 3545 Prior to calling Siemens TPS Technical Support for assistance or ordering parts please have the following information available TPS model number TPS serial number Manufacture date Date of Purchase Your order number Optional features purchased with the TPS Yes No Flush Mount E Yes No Surge Counter S Yes No Dual Surge Counter 2 Yes No Disconnect D Yes No Remote Monitor R Yes No NEMA 3R Enclosure 03 Yes No NEMA 4 Enclosure 04 Yes No NEMA 4X Enclosure AN Return Shipment Address Siemens Attn RA 14550 58th Street North Clearwater FL 33760 Page 11
13. essserssseressserssseosssresseeroeseeresesesnsssresst 4 Figure 2 Remote Monitor Wiring Diagrams us 9 A WARNING Confirm XO N G Bonding at Upstream Transformer Do Not Hi Pot Test TVSS Resulting Damage is not Covered Under Warranty WARNING IMPORTANT PLEASE READ WARNING INSTALLATION BONDING AND GROUNDING HAZARD Verify the neutral conductor in the service entrance equipment is bonded to ground in accordance with the National Electrical Code and verify the neutral terminals XO on the secondary side of distribution transformers are grounded to the system ground in accordance with NEC and all applicable codes During installation into an electrical system the TPS 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 device and system must always be verified before energizing the TPS Failure to follow these guidelines can lead to abnormally high voltage at the TPS This may cause the TPS to become inoperative The warranty Is voided if this device is incorrectly installed and or if neutral conductor in the service entrance equipment is not bonded to ground in accordance with the National Electrical Code NEC TESTING HIGH VOLTAGE TESTING DO NOT HI POT TEST Any factory or on site testing of power distribution equipment that exceeds the normal operating voltage such
14. ff all power before working on this equipment UNPACKING AND PRELIMINARY INSPECTION Inspect the shipping container for damage or signs of mis handling before unpacking the unit Remove the cardboard packing and inspect for obvious shipping damage If any damage is found and is a result of shipping or handling immediately file a claim with the shipping company and for ward a copy to either Siemens or your supplier STORAGE The unit should be stored in a clean dry environment Storage temperature is 55 C 67 F to 65 C 149 F Avoid exposing the unit to areas of high condensation All packaging materials should be left intact until the unit is ready for installation If the unit has been stored for an extended period of time inspect unit prior to installing and placing into service ENVIRONMENT The standard enclosure unit is designed to operate indoors in an ambient temperature range of 40 C 40 F to 60 C 140 F with a relative humidity of 0 to 95 non condens ing The standard unit is in a NEMA Type 12 industrial use enclosure which is intended for indoor use primarily to pro vide a degree of protection against contact with the enclosed equipment It should not be installed in areas with excessive dust flammable materials corrosive vapors or explosive atmospheres Other NEMA type enclosures are available EQUIPMENT PERFORMANCE To obtain maximum SPD performance the SPD must be located as
15. he wiring to the TPS is independent of the ampere rating of the circuit to be protected Use 8 AWG wire for phase neutral and ground conductors Torque connections to 18 inch pounds CIRCUIT BREAKER AND DISCONNECT SWITCH The TPS12 Series is designed for connection to a 30A to 40A circuit breaker 40A preferred The circuit breaker is the intended disconnect switch and provides short circuit protec tion to the connecting conductors an integral disconnect switch is an option as an alternate disconnect means The TPS12 Series has internal overload protection elements A breaker or disconnect is not required as overcurrent protection SYSTEM GROUNDING On 4 Wire Power Systems neutral to ground bonding Main Bonding Jumper should be installed per the NEC Failure to do so will cause equipment damage and void the warranty An equipment grounding conductor must be used on all elec trical circuits connected to the TPS For the best performance use a single point ground system where the service entrance grounding electrode system is connected to and bonded to all other available electrodes building steel metal water pipes driven rods etc for reference see IEEE STD 142 1991 For sensitive electronics and computer systems it is recom mended that the ground impedance measurement be as low as possible When metallic raceway is used as an additional grounding conductor an insulated grounding conductor should be run inside the raceway
16. icating that the device needs service Press Alarm Silence to silence the alarm The red Service LED will remain on even though the alarm is silenced The Audible Alarm can be tested by press ing Test This tests the alarm regardless of the Alarm Silence Status Test tests the red Service LED and the Audible Alarm The Siemens TPS requires minimal operator intervention after installation The TPS Series include a diagnostic circuit which monitors the suppressor status continually and automatically SURGE COUNTER OPTIONS Surge counter options provide a means to total the number of transient voltage surges since the counter was last reset The surge counter circuitry includes a supercap This will provide power up to four days to retain memory should a power outage occur Please note There is a 10 15 minute charging cycle after first energization before the surge counter s operate There are two Surge Counter options a single counter and dual counters The single Surge Counter registers the sum of L N and L G transient surges The dual Surge Counters separately register L N transients and L G transients on their respective counters There are Count and Reset touchpads Pressing Count increments the counter s by one Pressing Reset resets the counter s to zero count Note Dual surge counter is not available on the DELTA TPS units which do not have a Neutral DRY CONTACTS OPTION The TPS12 optional Dry Contacts utilize a DB 9 connecto
17. ions should be performed by a qualified licensed electrician or technician All wiring must comply with the National Electrical Code NEC and applicable local codes OVERCURRENT PROTECTION The TPS will only conduct upon encountering an overvoltage condition TPS s contain UL registered internal fusing to protect against abnormal conditions TPS s contain internal overtemperature controls VOLTAGE RATING Prior to mounting verify that the TPS has the same voltage rating as the power distribution system to which it is installed The specifier or the user should be familiar with the configura tion and arrangement of the power distribution system in which any TPS is installed The system configuration of any power distribution system is based strictly on how the sec ondary 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 par ticular power distribution system See Table 1 for the voltage rating and the type of power system configuration of the TPS TABLE 1 VOLTAGE RATING AND SERVICE TYPE TERMINALS Terminals are provided inside TPS units for line phase neutral if used and equipment safety ground connections WIRING SIZE AND INSTALLATION TORQUE With a parallel connection the size of t
18. lified electrical personnel The TPS12 Product Line is a single port parallel surge protec tion device designed for service entrance and downstream panelboard applications as a stand alone wall mount unit The TPS12 Series is available with 120kA 160kA or 240kA surge Capacity per phase All Siemens TPS products are extensively tested according to industry standards by IEEE C62 41 and C62 45 for Categories A B and C The TPS12 Series is listed to UL 1449 Second Edition UL 1283 Fourth Edition Listed and UL Listed to Cana dian safety standards This unit has passed UL 1449 Second Edition s most severe fault current test as listed in Section 37 3 This unit is qualified for all circuit ampacities The TPS12 Series has 200kA UL Listed Short Circuit Current Ratings SCCR s and are suitable for use on circuits capable of delivering not more than 200 000 rms symmetrical amperes This device features internal overcurrent and overtemperature protection that will disconnect effected surge protection com ponents at the end of their useful life but will maintain power to the load now unprotected If this situation is undesirable for the application follow these instructions for servicing or replacing the device We recommend that the TPS be installed with the shortest and straightest possible lead lengths A DANGER Hazardous voltage Will cause death or serious injury Keep Out Qualified personnel only Disconnect and lock o
19. ll not be covered by warranty TABLE 2 DB 9 PIN CONFIGURATION CONTACT TYPE Normally Closed 1 Common 1 2 Normally Open 2 NOTE Pin pairs 4 amp 7 5 amp 8 and 6 amp 9 are connected via jumper internally The combined current of each pin pair may not exceed 1 Ampere 1 Normally Closed 2 2 ER ME 7 Test Tests red Service LED and Audible Alarm and changes state of Dry Contacts if equipped Count Increments optional surge counter s by one both counters if equipped Reset Resets optional surge counter s by one both counters if equipped Alarm Silence Turns alarm off Note that alarm is de activated when LED is illuminated Phase A B SC Tri color LED Status indicators Green Full Protection Amber Partial Protection Red No Protection Service LED illuminates for any Amber or Red indication TOUCHPAD amp LED STATUS INDICATORS All indicators and controls are located on the front diagnostic panel of the TPS unit Each phase features a tri color LED indi cator Green indicates correct operation Amber indicates reduced protection Red indicates loss of protection If an inoperative condition were to occur the built in audible alarm will sound and the red Service LED will illuminate This indi cates that the unit needs evaluation by a qualified electrician or technician Until a qualified person evaluates the unit press Alarm Silence to silence the alarm The LE
20. o access internal circuit board Note diagram identifying key components Input wiring diagram identifying several instal lation options is included This unit ships with a jumper in stalled between 2 and 9 for a typical one SPD Normally Open configuration The jumper can be removed for other configu rations FYI 9 and 10 are jumpered internally Attach power leads from power supply not polarity sensitive If Output Dry Contacts are used attach appropriately Use included tie wraps for cable strain relief Reassemble unit and mount Test unit WARNING e Confirm XO N G Bonding at Upstream Transformer e Do Not Hi Pot Test TVSS e Resulting Damage is not Covered Under Warranty FIGURE 2 REMOTE MONITOR WIRING DIAGRAMS Using Normally Open Contacts Using Normally Closed Contacts One TVSS O O O O O O O O O O 0000000000 o o Jumper Tvss 1 N O Tvss 2 N O mee 1 N C Two TVSS Tvss 2 N C VD ON a UN bh 0 N gt WD ON WD Un bh WN gt _ o Tvss 1 N C Tvss 1 N O Tvss 2 N O TVSS 2 N C Three TVSS Tvss 3 N O TVSS 3 N C WD ON a Un BP w N gt 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 o Red Flashing Green LED 3 Position Pinout Diagram for Dry Contacts of TVSS LED Alarm 4 Slide Switch Using DB 9 Style Connector 1 Normally Closed N 2 Common is Form C Set 1 110 3 Normally Open 1 20 210 O 6 4 Normally Closed 310 97 5 Common H Form
21. r This feature provides two sets of normally open N O and nor mally closed N C contacts through the DB 9 connector These relay contacts can be used for remote indication of the TPS Operating status Examples could include a computer inter face board an emergency management system etc The relay contact pin arrangement is outlined in Table 2 Please note the jumpered connections Pins 7 8 amp 9 do not represent a third set of contacts An optional Remote Monitor accessory is available that will provide visual and audible indication of an alarm condition The Remote Monitor collects information through the Dry Contact s DB 9 connection Please note that the DB 9 connec tor is completely utilized by the optional remote monitoring accessory If the Remote Monitor is used there will be no means to interface with another device TPS12 CONTROL AND DIAGNOSTIC PANEL PhaseA Ground Surge Counter Neutral Surge Counter Phase B Phase C Service EI Po E Alarm Silence For custom applications using Dry Contacts please note the following information e The Dry Contacts are designed for low voltage or control signals only e Maximum switching current is 1 amp e Maximum switching voltage is 24 volts DC or AC Higher energy application may require additional relay imple mentation outside the TPS Damage to the TPS relay caused by implementation with energy levels in excess of those discussed in this manual wi
22. red Under Warranty NOTE Installing a TVSS SPD on a distribution system without NEC compliant N G bonding or on any ungrounded distribu tion system will result in TVSS SPD damage Proper N G bonds establish the distribution systems reference to ground With out reference to ground L G voltages can rise while L N volt ages remain normal Suppression elements inside TVSS SPDs will attempt to control the overvoltage This is a steady state condition not a transient condition and may damage the TVSS SPD This TVSS SPD includes thermal cutout protection The activation of any thermal cutout signifies a sustained ov ervoltage condition in excess of 115 of normal operating voltages i e a distribution system problem Operation of ther mal cutouts can be verified at the factory and is not a defect in workmanship or material LIMITED WARRANTY Siemens warrants it s AC Panel protection products against defective workmanship and materials for 5 years Liability is limited to the replacement of the defective product A Return Material Authorization 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 th
23. s 25lbs Be careful not to drop the unit into the wall Configure electrical conductor and conduit connections consistent with Installa tion Instructions beginning on page 4 Carefully reattach ribbon cables and faceplate cover prior to energizing and testing unit The TPS12 Series is designed for back flange mounting only Do not attempt to install the TPS such that its weight is sup ported by the front flange The four mounting holes on the front flange are intended to secure the front flange to the outer wall surface INSTALLATION WIRING DIAGRAMS TPSA12 240 120VAC Split Phase 3 Wire plus Ground TPSB12 240 120VAC 3 Phase High Leg DELTA 4 Wire plus Ground Phase B High Leg XWARNING e Confirm XO N G Bonding at Upstream Transformer e Do Not Hi Pot Test TVSS e Resulting Damage is not Covered Under Warranty Page 5 TPSC12 TPSE12 TPSK12 TPSL12 3 Phase WYE 4 Wire plus Ground Phase A Neutral Phase A Phase B Phase C Ground CAUTION CONDUCTING DIELECTRIC AND OR HI POTENTIAL TESTING WILL CAUSE INTERNAL DAMAGE TO TPS UNIT AND WILL VOID THE UNITS WARRANTY Do not perform dielectric or high potential tests with the TPS unit installed Page 6 AUDIBLE ALARM The TPS12 Series device is equipped with an audible alarm which will sound in the event of an alarm condition In addi tion the red Service LED will illuminate ind
24. talling the TPS Attempting to install while energized may result in death or injury The installation should be performed by quali fied electrical personnel Verify the neutral conductor of the upstream transformer is bonded to ground in accordance with the National Elec trical Code Use an AC voltmeter to check all voltages to ensure that the proper unit has been selected Remove power from the AC distribution panel Mount the TPS on a vertical surface such as a wall via the flanges as close as possible to the panel being pro tected Configure an appropriate hole in the enclosure for conductor and communication lines NOTE If unit has Flush Mount Option refer to Flush Mount Option informa tion following these instructions Page 4 10 11 12 EZ Open the cover by loosening the two screws Insure rib bon cables attached to the diagnostic faceplate are not mechanically stressed or become unplugged For units with internally mounted diagnostic faceplates once the TPS cover is removed remove the four screws in the cor ners of the faceplate Remove and store the screws for reassembly since they are non captive and can fall out during disassembly and installation When removing the cover insure ribbon cables attached to the diagnostic faceplate are not mechanically stressed or become un plugged Do not allow the diagnostic faceplate to hang by the ribbon cables Dress the power cables so that the ribbon c
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