France P5G-2UE Series User manual

P5G-2UE
Neon Transformer Installation Guide
This Neon Transformer is Outdoor Type 2 Non-Weatherproof
INSTALLING the FRANCE P5G-2UE Series Neon Transformers (see installation diagrams on reverse):
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 attempts within approximately 10 seconds
to reset.)
Installation must be in total compliance with the National Electrical Code®, the
requirements of Underwriters Laboratories and applicable local codes.
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uFailure to properly ground this transformer may result in the transformer case
and any metal connected to it (enclosure, conduit, sign frame, etc.) to become
electrified if a secondary ground fault exists.
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HIGH VOLTAGE - Assure transformer is properly grounded before troubleshooting. (See note 5)
TROUBLESHOOTING a tripped P5G-2UE Series Transformer:
Service Switch does
not operate without
proper grounding of
transformer.
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 or red  277 volt) to the identified positive ("+") terminal. Connect the
neutral service wire (white) to the identified negative ("-") 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.)
Make sure to securely tighten all service and high voltage output terminal nuts.
DIAGNOSTIC LED OPERATION
Indicates
LED Fault Code
15 second Diagnostic & Auto Reset Mode1 - Flash
In Service ModeContinuous Flashing
Operating normallySteady ON
Secondary Ground Fault with service ground connected2 - Flash
3 - Flash Secondary Ground Fault when service ground not connected
Input Voltage exceeds 120% of rated4 - Flash
Line & Neutral reversed on input connections5 - Flash
Insure the line and neutral service wires are connected properly and are not reversed. Black or red wires should be hot, while
white wires should be neutral. The transformer will never energize the tubing if the line and neutral wires are reversed. If the supply
wires appear to be connected properly, the polarity of the service wires themselves may be reversed (i.e. the black or red 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 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, the
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 can be reset by removing and reapplying supply power.
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P5G-2UE
Normal Power Factor
P5G-2UE Series
Model - 9030
When will a Secondary-Circuit
Ground Fault Protection P5G-2UE
Series 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.
NEON TRANSFORMER WITH
UL2161 COMPLIANT SERVICE
SWITCH
A push button style service switch
is located on the end of the case
opposite the primary bushing. 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.
P5G-2UEUNITS CAN BE FLASHED AND DIMMED.
P.O. Box 300
2268 Fairview Blvd.
Fairview, TN 37062
Email: [email protected]
Voice: 800-753-2753
Fax: [phone] WT/62196
06/13/06
SECONDARY
TERMINAL
HOT LINE
(BLACK OR RED)
GTO IN
CONDUIT
NEON TUBING
SERVICE
SWITCH
SECONDARY
TERMINAL
SERVICE
GROUND
(GREEN)
NEUTRAL
(WHITE)
GTO IN
CONDUIT
LED
GTO IN
CONDUIT
SERVICE
SWITCH
SECONDARY
TERMINAL
NEON TUBING
GTO IN
CONDUIT
SERVICE
GROUND
(GREEN)
NEUTRAL
(WHITE)
HOT LINE
(BLACK OR RED)
LED
SERVICE
SWITCH
GTO IN
CONDUIT
NEON TUBING
GTO IN
CONDUIT
GTO IN
CONDUIT
HOT LINE
(BLACK OR RED)
SERVICE
GROUND
(GREEN)
NEUTRAL
(WHITE)
LED
P5G-2UE Series
Models -
15030, 15060, 9060
SECONDARY
TERMINAL
HOT LINE
(BLACK OR RED)
NEUTRAL
(WHITE)
GTO IN
CONDUIT
SERVICE
SWITCH SERVICE
GROUND
(GREEN)
GTO IN
CONDUIT
LED
NEON
TUBING
The P5G-2UE is a universal
transformer: 15kV and 9kV
units can be used in place
of 30mA or 60mA
transformer with the
following voltage ratings:
15030: 10000 - 15000 volts
15060: 10000 - 15000 volts
9030: 2000 - 9000 volts
9060: 3000 - 9000 volts
9 mm Ne 18 - 32 1 - 18
@ 15 mm pressure 22 - 39 1 - 22
10 mm Ne 21 - 36 1 - 21
@ 13 mm pressure 25 - 44 1 - 25
11 mm Ne 24 - 40 1 - 24
@ 12 mm pressure 28 - 48 1 - 28
12 mm Ne 26 - 45 1 - 26
@ 11 mm pressure 31 - 54 1 - 31
13 mm Ne 29 - 50 1 - 29
@ 10 mm pressure 33 - 60 1 - 33
14 mm Ne 30 - 54 1 - 30
@ 10 mm pressure 36 - 64 1 - 36
15 mm Ne 33 - 60 1 - 33
@ 9 mm pressure 40 - 72 1 - 40
18 mm Ne 40 - 72 1 - 40
@ 8 mm pressure 45 - 80 1 - 45
TUBING
DIAMETER
TYPE
TUBING
Luminous Tube Footage Chart
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 ft.
Hg2
Hg2
Hg2
Hg2
Hg2
Hg2
Hg2
Hg2
TUBING LENGTH RANGE (feet)1
5 - 18
6 - 22
6 - 21
7 - 25
7 - 24
8 - 28
8 - 26
9 - 31
9 - 29
10 - 33
9 - 30
10 - 33
12 - 40
11 - 40
14 - 45
11 - 36
9030 P5G-2UE 9060 P5G-2UE
15030 P5G-2UE
15060 P5G-2UE
Standard Series Wiring Method
Virtually-Grounded Series Wiring Method
Virtually-Grounded Series Wiring Method
Standard Series Wiring Method