TRANSIENT DISCRIMINATING FILTER

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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1. PREPARATION
DANGER: Electrical shock or burn hazard.
Installation of this Transient Voltage Surge
Suppressor should only be made by qualified
personnel. Failure to lockout electrical power during
installation or maintenance can result in fatal
electrocution or severe burns. Before making any
connections to this electrical panel be sure that power
has been removed from all associated wiring, electrical
panels, and other electrical equipment.


CAUTION NOTES:
1. The installation of this Surge Protector should
follow all applicable electrical codes, such as the
National Electrical Code, or the Canadian Electrical
Code.
2. Check to make sure line voltage does not exceed
Surge Protector voltage requirement.
3. Prior to installation ensure that the TDF is of the
correct voltage, current, and frequency rating for
your application.
4. The earth terminal must be connected to a low
impedance earth (< 10 ohms) for correct operation.
5. Do not perform a Flash Test or use a Mega-Ohm
Meter (Megger) to test circuits that are protected
with TDF modules. Damage may occur to the TDF
modules.
6. Follow all instructions to ensure correct and safe
operation.
7. Do not attempt to open or tamper with the TDF units
in any way as this may compromise performance
and will void warranty.
2. INTRODUCTION
Transient Discriminating Filters (TDF) are packaged in DIN 43
880 profile enclosures for simple installation onto 35mm DIN
rails. They can be selected for use on distribution systems with
nominal RMS voltages of 120Vac or 240Vac at frequencies of
50/60Hz. The 120Vac unit also operates on nominal 125Vdc
supplies.
3. QUICK INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
Install in the following manner:
1. Ensure that power is removed from the area and the
circuits that will be connected.
2. Snap lock the TDF module to the DIN rail.
3. Install the appropriate upstream overcurrent protection.
4. Connect wiring to the indicated i/p and o/p terminals.
5. Apply power and observe correct operation of the Status
Indication, and alarm facilities if provided - see Section
11.
4. PROTECTION CONCEPTS
To optimize effectiveness of the TDF protection, the
unprotected and protected wiring should be separated. Wiring
from the exposed transient source to the TDF should be
considered unprotected and kept approximately 12" (300mm)
from all other wiring wherever possible. Wiring on the
equipment side of the TDF should be considered protected.
The separation of protected and unprotected wiring is
recommended to minimize the risk that transients conducted
on unprotected wiring may cross couple onto protected
circuits, and diminish the level of protection available from the
TDF module.
The terminals on the TDF module are labeled INPUT/LINE
(unprotected side) and OUTPUT/LOAD (protected side)
assuming that the source of the transients is on the input side
of the TDF module.
For applications where the transient source is on the load side
of the TDF module, the TDF should be reverse connected
with the INPUT/LINE terminals connected to the load side,
toward the source of the transients.

MODEL NUMBER
TDF-3A-120V
TDF-10A-120V
TDF-20A-120V
TDF-3A-240V
TDF-10A-240V
TDF-20A-240V
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5. MOUNTING
TDFs are designed to clip to 35mm DIN rails (standard
EN50022). Unless otherwise mechanically restrained, use
horizontal DIN rails with the TDF module spring clips to the
bottom and the label text the correct way up.
NOTE: TDFs must be installed in an enclosure or panel that:
prevents the TDF unit temperature from exceeding
122F (50C)
provides adequate electrical and safety protection
prevents the ingress of moisture and water
allows TDF status indicators to be inspected
6. GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTION (GFCI)
Where GFCI protectors (RCDs/ELCBs) are used, it is
preferable that the TDF modules be installed prior to these
devices (i.e. upstream). If this is not done, nuisance tripping of
the GFCIs may occur during transient activity.
7. CONDUCTOR TERMINATION
Each TDF terminal is designed to accept wire sizes from 10 to
18 AWG (1.5mm to 6mm) solid or stranded conductor. The
wire insulation should be stripped back 5/16" (8mm).
NOTE: Do not use greater than 9inlbs (1Nm) of torque when
tightening the terminals. For UL compliance, where two
wires may need to be terminated into one terminal, the
permissible wire size is 18AWG each.
8. FUSING AND ISOLATION
Overcurrent protection must be installed in the upstream circuit
of every TDF to provide protection to the unit itself, the load
and the wiring in case of fault situations. The current rating of
the breaker or fuse used should be determined according to
below. However, the current rating should be less than the
rating of the wiring. For example, if a 20A TDF were installed in
a circuit with wiring that can carry 15A, then a 15A overcurrent
device must be installed upstream to protect both the TDF and
wiring from overload.
MAX FUSE SIZES: TDF RATING FUSE RATING
3A 4A
10A 10A
20A 20A
9. STATUS INDICATION
TDF modules have a single Status Indicator on the front panel.
When power is applied and full surge capacity is available, the
Status Indicator will be illuminated. Should power be applied
and the indicator fail to illuminate, the TDF should be replaced,
as optimum protection is no longer provided.
10. MAINTENANCE & TESTING
Before removing a TDF module from service, ensure that the
power has been removed from the module. Replacement of a
TDF module should only be undertaken by qualified
personnel.
NOTE: TDF units should be inspected periodically, and also
following any periods of lightning or transient voltage
activity. Check the Status Indicator and replace the module if
it is not illuminated as detailed in Section 9 STATUS
INDICATION.
11. DINLINE ALARM RELAY (DAR)
The TDF status monitoring circuit which provides the visual
Status Indicator, also provides a low voltage opto-coupler
alarm output circuit. Should voltage free alarm contacts be
required, the ERICO Inc, DINLINE ALARM RELAY (DAR)
should be used.
The DAR module provides a fully isolated dry contact alarm
output. One DAR can be used per TDF, or up to 16 TDFs can
be connected in series to one DAR to provide a common dry
contact alarm output.
Ensure that the voltage rating of the alarm wiring is rated in
accordance with the other voltages present in the equipment.
This would normally be the same voltage rating as that used
for the TDF module input wiring.
It is recommended that the DAR unit be powered from the
output/load side of the TDF being monitored, however the
DAR can be powered from other circuits. This allows for
example, one DAR unit to be connected to separate TDFs
which are protecting a three phase circuit.
NOTE: Depending upon the usage of the DAR output
contacts, failure of power to the DAR may be interpreted as a
failure of one or more TDFs. Visual inspection of the DAR
and TDF Status Indicator is required to clarify this situation.
12. USE OF OTHER INTERFACES
ERICO, Inc. DAR units are recommended for the interfacing
of equipment to the TDF opto-coupler alarm output circuit. The
direct connection of other equipment to the TDF opto-coupler
alarm output circuit may not provide sufficient isolation or
exceed the opto-coupler specifications. This may damage the
TDF and/or the connected equipment. Warranty may be
voided under such circumstances. However, the specifications
for TDF alarm output has been provided for those who desire
to use the TDF opto-coupler output directly.
The TDF alarm opto-coupler output is available on terminals 3
and 5. Terminal 3 is the positive and 5 is the negative side.
This output is an open collector transistor output of the opto-
coupler. When the opto-coupler is driven on, it should be
arranged to have 2mA flowing through it. For use with 24Vdc
circuits, a 12k current limiting burden resistor is required. For
use with 12Vdc circuits, a 5.6k current limit resistor is
required. For use with 5Vdc circuits, a 2.2k current limit
resistor is required.
NOTE: In connecting to the TDF opto-coupler alarm output,
do not reverse the +/- connections or exceed the maximum
permissible ratings (30Vdc) as damage may occur.