Hubbell SPIKESHIELD HBL3P120B User manual

SPIKESHIELD®BRANCH PANEL
Non-Modular Surge Protective Device (SPD)
Installation Instruction
Catalog Numbers:
HBL3P120B
HBL4P120B
HBL6P120B
HBL8P120B
HBL10P120B
8222-0507A
06/2010
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2SpikeShield® Non-Modular Surge Protective Device (SPD) CONTENTS
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No responsibility is assumed by Hubbell for any consequences arising out of the use of this material.
Contents Precautions ................................................................................................3
Introduction ...............................................................................................5
Unpacking and Preliminary Inspection ...................................................5
Storage .......................................................................................................5
Safety Labels .............................................................................................5
Identification Nameplate ...........................................................................6
Installation Considerations ......................................................................6
Environment ................................................................................................6
Audible Noise ..............................................................................................6
Mounting .....................................................................................................6
Service Clearance .......................................................................................6
Equipment Performance .............................................................................6
Electrical ....................................................................................................7
Voltage Rating .............................................................................................7
Terminals, Wire Size, and Installation Torque ............................................8
Branch Circuit Overcurrent Protection and Disconnect Means ...................8
Integral Switch .............................................................................................9
Location of SPD ..........................................................................................9
Grounding ................................................................................................10
Installation ...............................................................................................11
Conduit Location and Recommendations .................................................11
Special Enclosure Considerations ............................................................11
Removing and Reconnecting the RJ45 Patch Cables .........................11
NEMA 3R Applications ........................................................................11
Optional Flush Mounting ......................................................................11
Optional Integral Switch .......................................................................11
Wiring .......................................................................................................12
Wiring Diagrams without Integral Switch ...................................................13
Wiring Diagrams with Integral Switch ........................................................14
Operation .................................................................................................15
LED Status Indicators ...............................................................................15
Audible Alarm ............................................................................................16
Surge Counter ...........................................................................................16
Dry Contacts .............................................................................................17
Remote Monitor Option .............................................................................18
Maintenance and Troubleshooting ........................................................19
Preventive Maintenance ............................................................................19
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................20
Replacement Parts ....................................................................................20

PRECAUTIONS SpikeShield®Non-Modular Surge Protective Device (SPD) 3
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Precautions
At end-of-life conditions, Surge Protective Devices (SPDs) can lose their
ability to block power system voltage and attempt to draw excessive current
from the line.This SPD is equipped with overcurrent and overtemperature
components that will automatically disconnect the surge suppression
elements from the mains should the surge suppression elements reach end of
life. Tripping of the branch circuit breaker or fuse feeding the SPD can occur.
Mitigate the tripping of the branch circuit breaker or fuse feeding the SPD by
coordinating the surge suppression elements with the branch circuits.
For the purposes of coordination, the SPD is equipped with overcurrent
components that will limit the per phase I2t, Iapparent, Ip, and Ith values to
those listed in tables 1 and 2 when connected to a power system with a
short-circuit current rating not exceeding 200,000 A.
DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH
• Apply appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safe
electrical work practices. See NFPA 70E.
• This equipment must only be installed and serviced by qualified
electrical personnel.
• Turn off all power supplying this equipment before working on or inside
equipment.
• Always use a properly rated voltage sensing device to confirm power is off.
• Replace all devices, doors and covers before turning on power to this
equipment.
• This equipment must be effectively grounded per all applicable codes.
Use an equipment-grounding conductor to connect this equipment to
the power system ground.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
LOSS OF BRANCH CIRCUIT POWER/LOSS OF SURGE
SUPPRESSION
• Ensure that the branch circuit breaker or fuse trip characteristic has
beencoordinatedwiththeovercurrentcomponentsinsidetheSPD(See
Tables 1 and 2).
• Perform periodic inspection of the SPD status indicator lights as part of
the preventative maintenance schedule.
• Promptly service the SPD when an alarm state exists.
• Use dry contacts to signal an alarm state to the central supervisory
system for unmanned, inaccessible, or critical installations.
• Use multiple SPDs to achieve redundancy for critical applications.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or equipment
damage.

4SpikeShield® Non-Modular Surge Protective Device (SPD) PRECAUTIONS
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Table 1: SPD Without Optional Sine Wave Tracking Module
SPD Device Per Phase I2tI
apparent IpIth
HBL_P120B 175 kA2seconds 17,000 A RMS 40,000 A RMS 220 A
Table 2: SPD With Optional Sine Wave Tracking Module
SPD Device Per Phase I2tI
apparent IpIth
HBL_P120B 240 kA2seconds 21,500 A RMS 48,000 A RMS 260 A
CAUTION
LOSS OF SURGE SUPPRESSION
• Do not energize the SPDs until the electrical system is completely
installed, inspected, tested, and all conductors have been connected
and functional, including the neutral.
• Verify the voltage rating of the device and system before energizing
the SPD.
• Disconnect the SPD, including the neutral, from the power source
before performing high-potential insulation testing or any tests where
SPD components will be subjected to voltages higher than their rated
turn-on voltage.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or equipment
damage.

INTRODUCTION SpikeShield®Non-Modular Surge Protective Device (SPD) 5
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Introduction
Unpacking and Preliminary
Inspection Inspect the entire shipping container for damage or signs of mishandling
before unpacking the device. Remove the packing material and further
inspect the device for any obvious shipping damage. If any damage is found
and is a result of shipping or handling, immediately file a claim with the
shipping company.
Storage The device should be stored in a clean, dry environment. Storage
temperature is -40 °F to +149 °F (-40 °C to +65 °C). All of the packaging
materials should be left intact until the device is ready for installation.
Safety Labels English versions of all safety labels (danger, warning, caution) are provided.
DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH
• Apply appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safe
electrical work practices. See NFPA 70E.
• This equipment must only be installed and serviced by qualified
electrical personnel.
• Turn off all power supplying this equipment before working on or inside
equipment.
• Always use a properly rated voltage sensing device to confirm power is off.
• Replace all devices, doors and covers before turning on power to this
equipment.
• This equipment must be effectively grounded per all applicable codes.
Use an equipment-grounding conductor to connect this equipment to
the power system ground.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.
NOTE: Type 2 SPDs are designed for use on
the load side of the service entrance
Overcurrent Protection Device (OCPD).
NOTE: For assistance, call a Hubbell
representative at 1-800-729-3406.
Proper installation is imperative to maximize the surge protective device’s
effectiveness and performance. The installer should follow the steps
outlined in this instruction bulletin to ensure proper installation. Read the
entire instruction bulletin before beginning the installation. These
instructions are not intended to replace national or local electrical codes.
Check all applicable electrical codes to verify compliance. Installation of
surge suppressors should only be performed by qualified electrical
personnel

6SpikeShield® Non-Modular Surge Protective Device (SPD) IDENTIFICATION
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Identification Nameplate The identification nameplate is located on the inside of the door/cover.
Installation Considerations
Environment The device is designed to operate in an ambient temperature range of
-4 °F to +149 °F (-20 °C to + 65 °C) with a relative humidity of 0 to 95% non-
condensing. Refer to the product catalog for further details on enclosures.
All SpikeShield®SPDs operate normally without reduction in performance
when subjected to shock and vibrations described in IEC 60721-3-3, Class
3M4.
Audible Noise The device background noise is negligible and does not restrict the location
of the installation.
Mounting The device is designed to be surface or flush mounted. Refer to the device
submittal drawings or the product catalog for typical mounting dimensions
and weight.
Service Clearance The service clearance should meet all applicable code requirements.
Equipment Performance To obtain the maximum system performance, locate the device as close to
the circuit being addressed as possible to minimize the interconnecting
wiring length. For every foot of wire length, approximately 160 volts
(6 kV / 3 kA, 8/20 microsecond) is added to the suppressed voltage. The
Voltage Protection Rating (VPR) is located on the device nameplate and is
measured 6 inches from the device terminals, according to UL 1449 Third
Edition.
Figure 1: SPD Nameplate Example
Made in USA / Hecho en EUA / Fabriqué aux É.-U.
Convient à l’utilisation sur un circuit capable de fournir pas plus de
200 000 A RMS symétriques, à 600 V maximum. Se reporter aux directives
d'utilisation pour obtenir des informations sur le câblage
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HBL4P120B

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Electrical
Voltage Rating
Prior to mounting the SPD, verify that the device has the same voltage
rating as the power distribution system in which it is installed. Compare the
nameplate voltage or model number on the SPD with the nameplate of the
electrical distribution equipment.
The specifier or user of the device should be familiar with the configuration
and arrangement of the power distribution system in which any SPD is to be
installed. The system configuration of any power distribution system is
based strictly on how the secondary windings of the transformer supplying
the service entrance main or load are configured. This includes whether or
not the transformer windings are referenced to earth via a grounding
conductor. The system configuration is not based on how any specific load
or equipment is connected to a particular power distribution system. See
Table 3 for the service voltage of each SPD.
DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH
Confirm the SPD voltage rating on the module or nameplate label is the
same as the operating voltage.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.
Table 3: Voltage Ratings
Service Voltage Peak Surge Current
Rating Per Phase Catalog Number
120/240 V,
1 phase, 3 wire 120 kA HBL3P120B
120/208Y, 1
3 phase, 3-4 wire
1120/208Y series also applies to the following voltage 127/220Y
120 kA HBL4P120B
240/120 V,
3 phase, 4 wire (high-leg delta) 120 kA HBL6P120B
277/480Y V, 2
3 phase, 3-4 wire
2277/480Y series also applies to the following voltages 220/380Y, 230/400Y, 240/415Y
120 kA HBL8P120B
347/600Y V,
3 phase, 3-4 wire 120 kA HBL10P120B

8SpikeShield® Non-Modular Surge Protective Device (SPD) ELECTRICAL
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Terminals, Wire Size, and
Installation Torque Terminals are provided for phase (line), neutral, and equipment ground
connections. The terminals accept a range of 12 AWG (3 mm2) to 2 AWG
(34 mm2) copper wire for phase, neutral, and ground connectors. Torque
connections to the following values.
Branch Circuit Overcurrent
Protection and Disconnect Means
A branch circuit Overcurrent Protection Device (OCPD) either in the form of
a circuit breaker or fuse, must be provided for the SPD device. The branch
circuit OCPD should either provide or include a disconnecting means.
Since the current drawn by the SPD during standby operation is negligible,
the device can be connected to a dedicated, separate branch circuit or
connected to a suitable existing branch circuit.
•When connected to a separate, dedicated branch circuit, the OCPD
setting must be selected to protect the conductors feeding the SPD
device.
•When connected to an existing branch circuit, the conductors connected
to the SPD device must have an ampacity not less than the setting of the
existing OCPD. Refer to Terminals, Wire Size, and Installation Torque
section above, for the maximum conductor cross-section that can be
connected to the SPD.
During overvoltage surge diversion, current will flow through the SPD. The
branch circuit OCPD must pass this current without tripping for the SPD to
function properly.
For further information concerning coordination of the OCPD with the SPD,
refer to the Caution statement “Loss of Branch Circuit Power/Loss of Surge
Suppression” on page 3.
Table 4: Terminal Torque
Power Connection Torque
AØ, BØ, CØ and N 35 lb-in. (4 N•m)
Ground
DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH
• UseconductorsratedfortheOvercurrentProtectionDevice(OCPD)per
applicable codes.
• Use conductors rated for the application per applicable codes.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

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Integral Switch The integral switch is a mechanical means for qualified electrical personnel to
isolate the entire surge suppressor to service the device’s components. The
switch opens the phase and neutral connections to the surge protective device.
The integral switch feature allows the SPD device to be isolated for service
without the necessity of interrupting power on the entire branch circuit. Turn
switch handle to the OFF (O) position prior to opening the door of the unit.
With the handle in the OFF (O) position, the SPD will be disconnected from
the circuit and the circuit will not have surge suppression. Once the absence
of voltage is verified, maintenance may now be performed inside the SPD
enclosure. Upon completion of repairs, close the door of the unit and turn
the handle to the ON (I) position.
Location of SPD Install Type 2 SPDs on the load side of the main Overcurrent Protection
Device (OCPD) to comply with NEC Article 285 for Type 2 SPDs.
Locate the SPD as close as possible to the circuit being addressed to
minimize the wire length and optimize SPD performance. Avoid long wire
runs so that the device will perform as intended. To reduce the impedance
that the wire displays to surge currents, the phase, neutral, and ground
conductors must be routed within the same conduit and tightly bundled or
twisted together to optimize device performance. Avoid sharp bends in the
conductors. See Figure 2.
Figure 2: SPD Wiring
To load(s)
Phases
Neutral
Ground Ground bus
Neutral bus
SPD
Phase A
Phase B
Phase C
Neutral
Ground
Panel
Interconnect wiring
– Minimize length
– Avoid sharp bends

10 SpikeShield® Non-Modular Surge Protective Device (SPD) GROUNDING
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Grounding
The SPD product has leakage current to ground when energized and can
present a hazardous touch voltage.
The device has SPD components connected from phase to ground. To
prevent hazardous touch voltage on the SPD enclosure during normal
operation or during SPD end-of-life, it is critical that there be a robust and
effective connection to the building grounding structure. The grounding
connection must utilize an equipment grounding conductor run with the
phase and neutral (if present) connection of the power system. The SPD
should not be connected to a separate isolated ground.
When metallic raceway is used as the wiring method, an insulated
grounding conductor should be run inside the raceway and sized in
accordance with all applicable codes. Maintain electrical continuity at all
raceway connections using appropriate bonding devices and do not install
isolating bushings to interrupt a metallic raceway run.
For best overvoltage suppression by the SPD, use a single-point ground
system where the service entrance grounding electrode system is
connected to and bonded to all other available electrodes, building steel,
metal water pipes, driven rods, etc. (for reference, see IEEE 142-2007). The
ground impedance measurement of the electrical system should be as low
as possible, and in compliance with all applicable codes.
SPD rated for use on solidly-grounded power systems must not be
connected to resistance-grounded (for example HRG) or ungrounded power
systems. Such a connection can result in damage to the components within
the SPD product.
WARNING
HAZARDOUS TOUCH VOLTAGE
• Connect the SPD ground terminal to the building grounding grid
structure.
• Use an appropriately sized equipment grounding conductor.
• When using metallic raceway or conduit:
— Do not use the SPD ground unless augmented with an insulated
equipmentgroundingconductorinstalledinsidethemetallicracewayor
conduit.
— Do not use isolated bushings to interrupt the metallic raceway or
conduit.
— Maintain electrical continuity at all raceway and conduit connections
using appropriate bonding devices.
• Do not use a separate isolated ground for the SPD.
• Verify proper equipment connection to the grounding system.
• Verify ground grid continuity by performing regularly scheduled
inspections and testing as part of a comprehensive electrical
maintenance program.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury.