APC PML3XS-B manuale d’uso

Inst allation and Operation Manual APC Brick Panel Product s PMF3XS-B PMJ3XS-B PMP3XS-B PMH3XS-B PMG3XS-B PML3XS-B[...]

The Brick Panel Product Surge Protective Devices (SPD) are designed to deliver specification grade performance at the service entrance, branch panels or other critical locations. Th e APC SurgeArrest ® Branch Panel Mount Products have replaceable multi-pha se modules, a display panel w ith surge counter, LED status indicators, and an audible alarm[...]

Installation and Operation Ma nual 3 Precautions ........ .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. ... 4 Introduction .. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. ......... 6 Unpacking and Preliminary I nspection .......................... .............[...]

4 Installation and Operation Manu al Precautions At end-of-life conditions, Surge Protective Devices ( SPDs) can lose their ability to block power system voltage and attemp t to draw excessive current from the line. This SPD is equipped with overcurrent and overtemperature components that will automatically disconnect th e surge suppression element[...]

Installation and Operation Ma nual 5 Table 1: SPD Per Phase I 2 tI appar ent I p I th PM_3XS-B 175 kA 2 seconds 17,000 A RMS 40,000 A RMS 220 A CA UTION LOSS OF SURGE SUPPRESSION • Do not energize the SPDs until the electrical system is completely installed, inspected, tested, and all conductors have be en conn ected and functional, including the[...]

6 Installation and Operation Manu al Introduction Thank you for choosing the APC SurgeArrest ® PM_3X Series “Brick” Su rge Protective Device. The APC non-modular Surge Protecti ve Device (SPD) is a high-qual ity, high-en ergy surge attenuation system that ha s been designe d to protect sensitive equipment from damaging transient voltage surges[...]

Installation and Operation Ma nual 7 D ANGER HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH • Apply appropriate p ersonal protective equipment (PPE) and foll ow safe electrical wo rk pr act ices. See NFPA 70E. • This equipment must onl y be inst alled and serviced by qualified electrical personnel. • Turn off all power su pplying this equi[...]

8 Installation and Operation Manu al Unpacking and Preliminary Inspection Inspect the entire shi pping containe r for damage or sig ns of mishandling before unpacking the device. Remove the packing mate rial and further inspect the device for any obvious shipping damage . If any damage is found and is a result of shipping or handling, immediately f[...]

Installation and Operation Ma nual 9 Electrical Voltage Rating Prior to mounting the SPD, verify that th e devi ce has the same voltage rating as the power distribution system in which it is installe d. Compare th e nameplate voltage or model number on the SPD with the namep late of the electrical distribution equipment. The specifier or user of th[...]

10 Installation and Operation Manu al Terminals, Wire Size, and Installation Torque Terminals are provided for phase (line), neutral, an d equipment ground connections. The SPD termin als accept a range of 12 AWG (3 mm 2 ) to 2 AWG (34 mm 2 ) copper wire for phase, neutral, and ground conn ectors. Torque connections to the followi ng values. Branch[...]

Installation and Operation Ma nual 11 Location of SPD Install Type 2 SPDs on the load side of th e main Overcurrent Protection De vice (OCPD) to comply with NEC Article 28 5 for Type 2 SPDs. Locate the SPD as close as possible to the circuit being ad dressed to minimize the wire length and optimize SPD perfo rmanc e. Avo id long wire runs so th at [...]

12 Installation and Operation Manu al Grounding The SPD has leakage current to ground when energized and can present a hazardous touch voltage. The device has SPD elements conne cted from phase to ground. To prevent hazardous touch voltage on the SPD enc losu re during normal operation or during SPD end-of-life , it is critical that there be a robu[...]

Installation and Operation Ma nual 13 Installation Conduit Location and Recommendations The recommended conduit entry is at the bottom of the device enclosure. Use a conduit seal that is appropriate for the enclosure rating. Special Enclosure Considerations Removing and Reconnect ing the RJ45 Patch Cables The RJ45 patch cables are marked with match[...]

14 Installation and Operation Manu al Wiring Follow the step s listed below when making wi ring connections. 1. Turn off all power supplying this equip ment before working on or i nside any enclosure containing this equipment. 2. Confirm the SPD voltage ra ting and configuration i s the same as th e system voltage and power system co nfiguration to[...]

Installation and Operation Ma nual 15 Wiring Diagrams without Integral Switch Figure 3: SIngle-Phase , T hree-Wire, Grou nded Installati on Figure 4: Three-Phase, Three- or Four-Wire, Ground ed Wye Installation Figure 5: Three-Phase, Three- or Four -Wire, High-Leg Delta Installation N 8222-0013-04 SPD A N C Made in U S A / Hecho en E.U.A. / Fabriqu[...]

16 Installation and Operation Manu al Operation LED Status Indicators The diagnostic display panel shows the sta tus of the SPD module with diagnostically controlled gree n/red LEDs. If a unit is operating correctly, a ll the phase LEDs will be illumin ated green. To te st the integrity of the diagnostics for each phase, push the button below the p[...]

Installation and Operation Ma nual 17 When power is applied to the SPD and one or more of the diagnostic display panel LEDs are red, and one or more modul e LEDs are out, the module sho uld be replaced. Refer to “Maintenance and Tr oubleshooting” on page 19 for prop er troubleshooting procedu res. Audible Alarm Push the alarm enable/disable but[...]

18 Installation and Operation Manu al Dry Contacts The SurgeArrest ® series SPDs come standard with dry contacts. The connection for the dry contacts is located on the back of the diagnostic display panel (lower right corner). The dry cont acts are 3-posi tion, Form “C” type with Normally Open, Normally C losed and Common conn ections. In the [...]

Installation and Operation Ma nual 19 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Preventive Maintenance Inspect the SPD periodically to main tain reliable system performance and continued transient voltage surge suppression. Periodicall y check the state of the diagnostic displ ay panel LED status ind icators. Routinely use the built-in diagnostics to inspect[...]

20 Installation and Operation Manu al Troubleshooting If a module shows two gree n indicator lights and the di splay panel shows a red phase indicator light, follow the Troubl eshooting Flow Chart in Figure 9 below. Replac ement Pa rts The following replacement part s are available. For orderi ng information re fer to the product catalog. • SPD m[...]

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