Advanced Protection SPDee DC - Manual

SPD
EE
DC Voltage Surge Protective Device
DC
Installation, Operation
& Maintenance Manual
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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.
Presently, there is no dedicated UL standard
for higher voltage DC SPDs. The following
SPD
ee
s comply with most recent regulatory
actions including UL 1449 Third Edition
Listing (VZCA.E321351) and compliance to
the UL Certification Requirement Decision
(CRD) regarding DC rated SPDs for
Photovoltaic Systems. UL 1449 certification
requires AC voltage specific language,
which is also included below.
Thank you for choosing an APT SPD
ee
Surge Protective Device (SPD). SPD
ee
is a high quality, high
energy surge suppressor designed to protect sensitive equipment from damaging transient overvoltages.
SPD
ee
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 substantial
changes regarding AC voltage SPDs.
Be aware that photovoltaic systems generate maximum
voltage at coldest temperatures and brightest light. For
example, full sunup after a cool/cold night produces
maximum voltage on photovoltaic systems. The system’s
maximum voltage rating should take this into account.
The following graphic on the SPD’s label represents DC
voltage:
ENGLISH
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Read this manual in entirety prior to installing
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Only qualified licensed electricians should install or service SPDs
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SPDs should never be installed or serviced when energized or during electrical storms
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Use appropriate safety precautions including Personal Protection Equipment
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Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, and/or
equipment damage
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When used in outdoor applications, customer must seal the conduit nipple using
watertight fittings (not included) to ensure a watertight connection
WARNING
– Risk of Electric Shock
TABLE 1:
Range of Input
Operating Voltage
Maximum Input
Voltage
S50A300VDC 0 – 375V DC 424V DC
S50A600VDC 0 – 750V DC 905V DC
S50A1000VDC 0 – 1000V DC 1188V DC