France 15030 P8G-3U User manual

15030 P8G-3U
Neon Transformer Installation Guide
This Neon Transformer is suitable for use only in dry and damp locations and is designated Outdoor
Non-Weatherproof Dry or Damp Type 2.
HIGH
VOLTAGE
Remove primary power before servicing the sign or transformer in any way.
Secondary-Circuit Ground-Fault Protected (SCGFP) transformers will NOT provide
protection against electrical shock. Potentially hazardous high voltage can be
present.
Service and/or installation should only be performed by qualified personnel.
Do not assume power is removed from transformer if ground fault trip occurs (the
transformer will automatically make 3 reset attempts within approximately 10
seconds.)
Installation must be in total compliance with the National Electrical Code®, the
requirements of Underwriters Laboratories and applicable local codes.
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and any metal connected to it (enclosure, conduit, sign frame, etc.) becoming
electrified when a secondary ground fault exists.
HIGH VOLTAGE - Assure transformer is properly grounded before troubleshooting. (See note 5 above)
TROUBLESHOOTING a tripped P8G Series Transformer:
INSTALLING the FRANCE 15030 P8G-3 Neon Transformers (see installation diagrams on reverse side):
Securely mount the transformer in an approved metallic enclosure (transformer can, raceway, sign body, etc.).
Run the service wires through conduit into approved enclosure.
Connect the line (or hot) service wire (black  120 volt) to the identified (L or +) terminal. Connect the neutral
service wire (white) to the identified neutral (N or -) terminal.
Bond the service grounding wire (green or bare) to the sign enclosure per UL48 and the National Electrical Code.
Electrically connect another wire (green or bare) to this same service ground connection or to a terminal secured to
a grounded part of the sign enclosure. Connect the free end of this wire to the identified service ground (G) terminal
on the transformer. (Alternatively, the transformer may be grounded by bonding its baseplate to the sign enclosure.
Proper bonding may require the removal of paint from the baseplate at the point of bonding.)
Improper grounding can result in electrifying all metal connected to the transformer during a secondary ground fault
condition.
Run GTO wires from the first neon tubing electrodes through separate conduit, raceway, sign body, etc. to each
transformer secondary high voltage bushing. (These wires should be kept as short as possible, but may not exceed
20 feet.) Sign tubing may be connected to two high voltage outputs on one end, or on opposite ends of transformer.
(Please reference Figures 1 & 2 on reverse side of this page).
Note: High voltage connection hardware is color-coded, only connect GTO to one brass and one silver output.
Make sure to securely tighten all service and high voltage output terminal nuts.
Replace cover on transformer box, raceway, etc., if applicable.
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Ensure the line and neutral service wires are connected properly and are not reversed. Black wires should be hot,
while white wires should be neutral. If power is applied to a transformer with the line and neutral wires reversed, the
tubing will be flashed a total of four times over a ten second period, then trip off. If the supply wires appear to be
connected properly, the polarity of the service wires themselves may be reversed (i.e. the black wire is actually the
neutral and the white wire is actually the hot wire).
Verify the service grounding wire is actually ground and is properly bonded to the sign enclosure. Verify that the
transformers identified service ground (G) terminal is grounded via wire (or via the transformer mounting plate) to
the sign enclosure.
Check for excessive leakage currents caused by moisture within or on the sign, tubing installed too close to metal,
contaminated insulators or standoffs, or conductive debris such as insects, dirt, etc. between live high voltage sign
components and ground.
Check for electrical shorts or arcs from live high voltage sign components to ground. To help locate the source of
such faults, Secondary-Circuit Ground-Fault Protection (SCGFP) may be placed in Service mode. To activate service
mode, momentarily depress the small pushbutton on the end panel of the transformer. While in service mode, power
is applied and the SCGFP feature will be disabled for approximately 29 minutes, after which the transformer will return
to normal operation. Return to normal operation at any time by removing and reapplying service power or by pressing
the service button again. Warning: During Service Mode, no protection against an abnormal arc-induced
electrical fire exists.
No protection against electrical shock exists during any operational mode.
After the source of any fault is removed, the transformer is automatically reset when power is reapplied.
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Service Switch does not operate without
proper grounding.
DIAGNOSTIC LED OPERATION
Steady On...Unit is in Normal Operation.
Continuous Flashing...Unit is in Service Mode.
LED Flashes Indicates
1........In 15 second Diagnostic or Auto Reset Mode
2........A Secondary Ground Fault exists.
3........Unit is not Grounded or Input Neutral and Line are reversed.
4........Input Voltage exceeds 120% of rating.

15030 P8G-3U
Normal Power Factor
When will a Secondary-Circuit Ground Fault Protection in the 15030 P8G-3U
Transformer NOT trip:
uGround faults on the primary (line) side of the transformer. Secondary-Circuit Ground-Fault
Protected Transformers will NOT provide protection against electrical shock.
uSeries arcs in the sign system (arcs associated with defective tubing interconnections or
between sign tubing sections).
uBreaks in the sign tubing, degassed tubing, or opens in the high voltage connections without
a corresponding short or arc to ground.
uShorts to an ungrounded metal part within or near a sign.
15030 P8G-3U UNITS CAN BE FLASHED AND DIMMED.
P.O. Box 300
2268 Fairview Blvd.
Fairview, TN 37062
Email: [e-mail]
Voice: 800-753-2753
Fax: [phone] WT/61992
09/19/05
The 15030 P8G-3U is a universal transformer: This transformer can be
used in place of 30mA transformer with the following voltage ratings:
10000 - 15000 volts
15030 P8G-3U
9 mm Ne 18 - 32
@ 15 mm pressure 22 - 39
10 mm Ne 21 - 36
@ 13 mm pressure 25 - 44
11 mm Ne 24 - 40
@ 12 mm pressure 28 - 48
12 mm Ne 26 - 45
@ 11 mm pressure 31 - 54
13 mm Ne 29 - 50
@ 10 mm pressure 33 - 60
14 mm Ne 30 - 54
@ 10 mm pressure 36 - 64
15 mm Ne 33 - 60
@ 9 mm pressure 40 - 72
18 mm Ne 40 - 72
@ 8 mm pressure 45 - 80
TUBING
DIAMETER TYPE
TUBING
Luminous Tube Footage Chart
Hg2
Hg2
Hg2
Hg2
Hg2
Hg2
Hg2
Hg2
TUBING LENGTH RANGE (feet)1
1Based on average grade.
2All enclosed applications. Exposed and extremely cold
climates may require footage be reduced by 10-20%.
NOTE 1: Deduct approximately 1 foot from above figures for each
pair of electrodes.
NOTE 2: Recommended gas pressure for 10-ft plus lengths. Increase
10% for tube lengths under 10 foot.
NEON TRANSFORMER WITH UL2161 COMPLIANT SERVICE SWITCH
A push button style service switch is located on the same end of the case as the primary bushing or primary leads. To activate service mode:
while the transformer is on, depress and hold the switch for 1 second and release. The tubing will flash on 3 times to indicate the transformer
is in service mode (SCGFP circuit is disabled). The tubing should then remain on. The tube may not light if the tube is broken or shorted. The
LED will constantly flash while unit is in service mode. The unit remains in service mode for 29 minutes. After 29 minutes, the unit will return
to normal mode. To escape service mode before the 29 minutes has elapsed, depress the service switch and hold for 1 second and release,
or turn power off, wait 3 seconds, then turn power on. The unit will restart in normal mode.
Figure 1
CORRECT CORRECT INCORRECT
GTO
in Conduit
Neon Tubing
Secondary
Terminal
Service
Switch
LED
Hot Line
(Black)
Neutral
(White)
Service Ground
(Green)
GTO
in Conduit
Neon Tubing
Secondary
Terminals
Service
Switch
LED
Hot Line
(Black) Neutral
(White)
Service
Ground
(Green)
GTO
in Conduit
Neon Tubing
Secondary
Terminal
Service
Switch
LED
Hot Line
(Black) Neutral
(White)
Service
Ground
(Green)
CORRECT CORRECT INCORRECT
Figure 2
GTO
in Conduit
Neon Tubing
Secondary
Terminal
Service
Switch
LED
Hot Line
(Black)
Neutral
(White)
Service
Ground
(Green)
GTO
in Conduit
Neon Tubing
Secondary
Terminals
Service
Switch
LED
Hot Line
(Black)
Neutral
(White)
Service
Ground
(Green)
GTO
in Conduit
Neon Tubing
Secondary
Terminal
Service
Switch
LED
Hot Line
(Black)
Neutral
(White)
Service
Ground
(Green)
WARNING - This Terminal Remains Energized!
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Secondary
Terminal
(unused)
Secondary
Terminal
(unused)
(Using Incorrect Secondary Terminal Combination)
(Using Incorrect Secondary Terminal Combination)
Secondary
Terminal
*
*
Secondary
Terminal
Secondary
Terminal
(unused)
*
Secondary
Terminals
(unused)
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Standard Series Wiring Method
Virtually-Grounded Series Wiring Method