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1. INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the surgeassure SA Series Residential Surge Protective Device 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 SA Series Surge Protective Device SPD The SA Series SPD Figure 1 can be mounted three ways The preferred way is to mount the SPD directly to the outside of the electrical panel equipment using the chase nipple on the body of the SPD 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 SA Series provides 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 Note surgeassure products are extensively tested2. However in the event of a power anomaly or a malfunction the operational status may change and may require action The table below outlines the operating conditions of the SA Series and any correction action if required Alam Audible z A oa ES core an Out Out Out off Reset Breaker if re opens Replace Unit Powe ee en Check Neutral to Ground Connection before Replacing Unit This device features internal circuitry that will disconnect the surge protective component at the end of its useful life Power will maintain to the load however the load is now unprotected Follow the manufacturer s instructions for replacing the device Figure 4 DIMENSIONS amp WEIGHT 8 28 210 31 741 188 21 y The SA Series weight is 4 Ibs SPECIFICATIONS Model Voltage Rating amp Service Type SA 120 240V Single Phase Specifications Temperature Operating 40 C 40 F to 60 C 140 F Temperature Storage 55 C 65 F to 65 C 149 F Audible Noise None Service Clearance 36 in 94 1 cm in front of the unit Installation Type Chase Nipple 1 ft 31 7 cm of wire 1 nanosecond 175 volts per foot 6kV 3kA 8 20 microseconds are added to the clamp voltage Wire Size 10 AWG torque to 18 in Ibs Wire Length vs Response Time and Let Through Voltage Wire Size amp Installation Torque Circuit Break
3. the SPD which requires further evaluation There is no test or silence switch De energizing the SPD will silence the alarm arc a TYPICAL PANEL INSTALLATION Figure 2 LEADS SHORT amp STRAIGHT Type 1 or individual equipment installations may vary Cut off To Protected Loads CA Eg s Length 3 Do Not Ue toe b break rto SPD a y l oopor Loa teSPDEoe to Coil intended break r Keep Leads Short q Short amp as Pob ble Straight Aw id Sharp Bends Te SA unit such that A WA R N l N G LED indicator is most visible VERIFY THAT ALL POWER CIRCUITS ARE Outdoor inb allation requires DEENERGIZED BEFORE MAKING CONNECTIONS appropriate weather e aling All electrical connections should be performed by a qualified at nipple gak t e aling lie ne d elet rit an or teb nit an All wiring mub o mply with o nduit etc the National Elet ria Code NEC and applia ble loa o des FLUSH MOUNT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1 Select the location where the SPD and Flush Mount Kit XMFMKIT will be mounted Aesthetics may have to be sacrificed in order to achieve maximum surge protection 2 Place the Flush Mount Kit plate where it will be mounted and trace the center hole and mounting holes Cut this shape into the mounting surface and mount the XMFMKIT panel to the mounting surface 3 BE CAREFUL TO NOT DROP THE SPD INTO THE WALL 4 Install the SPD to the back side of the Flush Mount Kit plate using the four 8 32 x 5 8 T
4. to industry standards as set by ANSI IEEE C62 41 1 2002 C62 41 2 2002 and C62 45 2002 The SA Series is listed to the most recent edition of UL 1449 Third Edition This product is suitable for installation INSTALLATION MANUAL SA Series Residential Surge Protective Device SPD Wes USTED on electrical distribution equipment capable of delivering not more than 25 000 rms symmetrical amperes During installation into an electrical system the SA Series must NOT be energized until the electrical system is installed inspected and tested All conductors must be connected and functional Failure to follow the guidelines in this manual can lead to abnormally high voltage being applied to the SPD This may cause the SA Series unit to become inoperative The warranty does not cover an incorrectly installed device Do not high potential test the electrical system with the SPD connected Failure to disconnect the SPD 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 SA Series Surge Protective Device g Data Sheet 1 User s Manual this document If the Flush Mount Kit Part FMKITC was ordered additional parts are supplied as follows g 1 Flush Mount Plate 4 Pan head Screws See Figure 3 for installation Carefully inspect each item
5. D See Data Sheet for specs and wire outs 2 Determine Mounting location weather resistant equipment may be required 3 If SPD has optional Dry Contact Flush Mount Kit or Remote Indicator pre plan their installation See Figure 3 If flush mounting be careful to not drop SPD into wall 4 Remove power from panel source Confirm panel source is deenergized 5 Identify breaker location and SPD location Position SPD such that LEDs are best visible If Flush Mount Kit was ordered follow Flush Mount instructions and then proceed at 6 6 Mount SPD weather resistant applications require additional sealing etc not included Remove an appropriately sized knockout from panel Connect conductors as appropriate short and straight as possible Hi Legs are Phase B 7 Label or mark conductors as appropriate neutral white ground green energized black hi leg orange 8 Make sure system is bonded per NEC and is clear of hazards or faults before energizing N G bonding not per NEC will fail SPDs 1 cause of SPD failures 9 Energize and confirm proper operation of green LED indicators If any connected phase LED does not illumi nate remove power check all connections and test again If any connected phase LED still does not illuminate contact surgeassure Technical Support at 1 800 727 0669 10 The SPD is equipped with an audible alarm which will sound in the event of an alarm condition This indicates a problem with
6. d products must be sent to the factory with the transportation charges prepaid The company specifically disclaims all other warranties expressed or implied Additionally the company will not be responsible for incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect in any product or component thereof surgeassure TECHNICAL SUPPORT amp CUSTOMER SERVICE 1 800 727 0669 info surgeassure com This manual as well as information about the entire surgeassure product line are available on the Internet at Www surgeassure com Prior to calling surgeassure for technical support please have the following information available Model Number of unit ____ Manufacture Date Purchase Date Your Order Number Return Shipment Address surgeassure 14550 58th Street North Clearwater FL 33760 Atn RMA _ _ surge ure industrial protection for your home A Divison of Advanced Protection Technologies Inc APT s Quality Management System is ISO 9001 2008 Certified 14550 58th Street North Clearwater Florida 33760 Tel 1 800 727 0669 Fax 727 539 8955 APTSurgeassure Emerson com www surgeassure com 2 17 15 lh_ 8817
7. er Connection 30 Amp Per IEEE STD 142 1991 For sensitive electronics computer systems the recommended ground impedance is25 ohmsorless System Grounding TROUBLESHOOTING amp SERVICE Please contact us for any service related issues We want to take care of any problems 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 We suggest treating a failed SPD as a canary in the coalmine as there may be larger issues at play As a generalization the single largest killer of SPDs 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 Any returns need a Return Authorization RA number 4 WARRANTY amp SERVICE LIMITED WARRANTY surgeassure warrants it s AC electrical distribution equipment protection products against defective workmanship and materials for 10 years Liability is limited to the replacement of the defective product A Return Material Authorization number RMA must be given by the company prior to the return of any product Returne
8. hread Cutting Screws provided with the XMFMKIT kit 5 Proceed with 6 on previous page Figure 3 6 00 WALL CUT OUT 37 X 85 BRUSHED ALUM FINISH al ars SA A TYPICAL SA SERIES SPD INSTALLATION 10 32 standoff 4 Places Nye FEMALE NPT THREAD h SIDE VIEW PANELBOARD COVER TRIM PANELBOARD WALL TOP VIEW SAFETY INFORMATION This section provides pertinent safety information that must be considered before installing the SPD Do not install this device during a lightning storm This device is rated NEMA Ax Suitable for indoor and outdoor applications The customer must seal the conduit nipple against the panel using watertight fittings not supplied to ensure a watertight connection a Do not install the surge protector in an excessively hot or moist location Other safety considerations are listed on the previous page CAUTION CONDUCTING DIELECTRIC AND OR HIGH POTENTIAL TESTING WILL CAUSE INTERNAL DAMAGE TO THE SPD UNIT DO NOT PERFORM DIELECTRIC OR HIGH POTENTIAL TESTS WITH THE PHASE OR NEUTRAL SPD WIRES CONNECTED 3 4 NPT X 3 3 4 L MALE CONDUIT Insert flushmount screw through hole in each corner or puncha small starting hole in center of each translucent window located in all 4 corners of the label OPERATION The surgeassure Residential surge suppressor normally requires no remedial action
9. in the package for signs of damage If damage is found please contact surgeassure Technical Support 1 800 727 0669 For more information about this product or other surgeassure products visit surgeassure com SU ie industrial protection for your home 14550 58th Street North Clearwater Florida 33760 Tel 1 800 727 0669 Fax 727 539 8955 APTSurgeassure Emerson com www surgeassure com A Division of Advanced Protection Technologies Inc APT s Quality Management System is ISO 9001 2008 Certified INSTALLATION The SA Series is a Type 2 SPD The SA Series is suitable for use downstream of the service disconnect Pre Plan your installation You need to accomplish the following a Meet all National and Local codes NEC Article 285 and UL 1449 address SPDs Confirm System voltage to SPD voltage 120V SPD will fail instantly on 240V 277V etc E Mount SPD as close to panel or equipment as possible to keep leads short long leads hurt performance Ensure leads are as short and straight as possible including neutral and ground Use a breaker position that is close to the SPD and the panel s neutral and ground Recommended breaker size is 30A due to 10 AWG conductor a Make sure system is grounded per NEC and clear of faults before energizing SPD inadvertent system problem may fail SPD Never Hi Pot test Any SPD will prematurely fail SPD 1 Use voltmeter to check voltages and ensure correct SP
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