Advanced Protection TE/1C40 - Manual (Page 4)

The TE/1C40 is a Type 2 SPD. The TE/1C40 is
suitable for use downstream of the service disconnect.
Installation
Pre-Plan your installation. You need to accomplish the
following:
• 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.)
• Mount SPD as close to panel or equipment as
possible to keep leads short (long leads hurt
performance substantially)
• 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 & ground.
• Recommended breaker size is 20A due to 12
AWG conductor.
• 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
SPD. See Data Sheet for specs & wire-outs.
2. Determine Mounting location – weather resistant
equipment may be required.
3. If SPD has optional Flush Mount Kit, pre-plan its
installation. See Figure 2.
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.
Page 2
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.
7. Label or mark conductors as appropriate (neutral:
white, ground: green, energized: black)
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 illuminate, remove power, check all connections
and test again. If any connected phase LED still
does not illuminate, contact 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 the SPD which requires
further evaluation. There is no test or silence switch.
De-energizing the SPD will silence the alarm.
The voltage rating of the device and system must always be
verified before energizing the SPD. All electrical connections
should be performed by a qualified (licensed) electrician. All
wiring must comply with the National Electrical Code (NEC)
and applicable local codes.
• Maintenance of this Surge Protective Device
should be performed by qualified electrical
personnel only.
• During normal operation, hazardous voltages are
present inside the unit.
• When servicing this unit, be sure to follow all
electrical safety precautions.
• All power sources to this unit should be locked
off before servicing. This will prevent the risk of
receiving an electrical shock.
WARNING
VERIFY ALL POWER CIRCUITS ARE DE-ENERGIZED
BEFORE MAKING CONNECTIONS
!
A B
G N
BREAKER
ALARM
Figure 1
Typical TE/1C40 SPD Installation
• Use closest breaker to SPD
• Locate SPD close to intended
breaker
• Keep Leads Short as Possible
• Avoid Sharp Bends
• Rotate SPD
such that LED
indicator is most
visible
• Outdoor installation requires
appropriate weather sealing at
nipple (sealing conduit, etc.)
To Protected Loads
surge assure TM