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Page 2 - SurgeArrest PM Series; Contents

SurgeArrest PM Series INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................................... 1 WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, and NOTES .................................................................................................

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Tables Table 1 - Voltage Rating and Service Type (by Model) .................................................................... 4Table 2 - Relay Contact Pin Arrangement ....................................................................................... 10 Figures Figure 1 - SPD Mounting Require...

Page 4 - INTRODUCTION; SPDs are also known as Transient Voltage Surge Suppressors (TVSS); A copy of the installer’s invoice detailing the; . The only serviceable; This device contains no user-serviceable parts.; WARNINGS, CAUTIONS and NOTES; personnel injury or death.; Cautions; forward a copy to APC.

INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the APC SurgeArrest PMH3XLM Series Surge Protection Device (SPD).This User Manual provides important information for the owner of APCs Non-Modular PMH3XLM SurgeArrestSPD. Specific technical information contained in this manual has been provided for planning purpos...

Page 5 - **Surge Protection Devices are designed for use on the load side; Service Clearance

Storage The unit should be stored in a clean, dry environment. Storage temperature is -40 o C (-40 o F) to +60 o C (+140 o F). Avoid exposing the unit to areas of high condensation. All of the packaging materials should be left intact until theunit is ready for installation. If the unit has been sto...

Page 6 - configuration of the device.; System Grounding; WARNING

Equipment Performance For planning purposes, in order to obtain maximum system performance, the SPD must be located as close to thecircuit to be protected as possible, minimizing the interconnecting wire length. For every foot of wire length,approximately one (1) nanosecond of turn-on/turn-off time ...

Page 7 - Table 1: Voltage Rating and Service Type; Model Number; PMH3XLM; VERIFY THAT ALL POWER

**On 4-Wire Power Systems, neutral to ground bonding should be installed per national and local electrical codes. Failure to comply may result in damage to the equipment.** ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONSOvercurrent Protection The Surge Protection Device (SPD) draws very little current under normal condition...

Page 8 - Figure 2. Typical Parallel Connections; * Avoid Sharp Bends; Service Manual

OPERATION and FEATURES SPD's do not require operator intervention after installation. However, the LEDs should be checked weekly to ensurethat the SPD is functional.NOTE: The PMH3XLM has a green LED for each phase which extinguish when the module is no longer providingprotection (fault condition). T...

Page 9 - Phase A; SurgeArrest; Figure 3. Status Panel with Surge Counter Option

The audible alarm can be silenced by pressing the "Mute Alarm" button on the touchpad, until a qualified electricianor service person is available to service the unit. The red "Service" LED will continue to be illuminated even thoughthe audible alarm has been silenced. This will cont...

Page 10 - Dry Contacts; NOTE; Environmental Monitoring Unit Option; Computers anywhere in the world over the internet.; Table 2: Relay Contact Pin Arrangement; Pin

Dry Contacts The PMH3XLM includes a set of Dry Contacts available at a terminal block at the right-front of the inside panel. Thisfeature provides two sets of normally open (NO) and normally closed (NC) contacts which can be used for remotemonitoring of the PMH3XLM’s operating status by changing sta...

Page 11 - Troubleshooting; Figure 4. Troubleshooting Flow Chart

CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE (Repair) SurgeArrest PMH3XLM units are designed for years of reliable, trouble-free operation. However, even the mostreliable equipment can fail.Built-in diagnostics are an integral part of the PMH3XLM and indicate if service is required. Audible alarms andabnormal illuminatio...

Page 12 - Figure 5. Display Board Locator Diagram

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE - Inspection and Cleaning Inspection of the SPD should be performed periodically to maintain reliable system performance and continuedtransient voltage surge protection. While it is difficult to establish a preventive maintenance schedule becauseconditions vary from location t...

Page 13 - United States and Canada:; Return Shipment Address

LIMITED WARRANTY APC warrants it’s AC panel protection products against defects in workmanship and materials for 5 years from thedate of original purchase. The panel protection device must be installed by a qualified and licensed electrician inorder to qualify for warranty protection.Liability is li...

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