IMPORTANT: Please read these instructions carefully. Whilst straightforward, the installation of these devices is critical to their
performance. Installation should only be carried out by a suitably qualied person in accordance with all relevant standards.
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Installation Instructions
SDD2 Surge Diverters
1. Introduction
1.1 These installation instructions apply to the Novaris
DINsafe range of two phase surge diverters.
Cat No. : SDD2 - 50 - 150 - AC
1.2 These products are surge diverters, designed for two
phase AC or positive and negative DC power supplies.
They feature all mode protection (L1-L2, L1-E, L2-E).
This is essential in split rail DC power supplies and 2
phase AC systems.
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Figure 1: SDD2-32-65-DC
2. Before Installation
2.1 Ensure that the supply voltage is within the working range
of the unit. Continuous overvoltage will damage Novaris
surge diverters.
2.2 Ensure that the voltage at earth voltage lies mid way
between the two phases or positive and negative supplies.
2.3 Turn the power off before beginning the installation.
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Figure 2: Dimensions of SDD2-xxx-yyy-zz
3. Installation
3.1 Wiring: Surge diverters are shunt connected (Figure 3). All
connections must be present and correct. For example, if
the active and earth connections are accidentally switched the
surge diverter may be damaged. The surge diverter must be
earthed to the systems common earth.
3.2 Point of Connection: Units should be installed on the line
side of and residual current devices in the system. Failure
to do so may encourage nuisance tripping.
3.3 Mounting: The unit should be positioned such that
connecting leads can be made as short as possible. This
means mounting the unit as close to the point of connection
as possible. It may also mean that the unit is installed upside
down or on its side.
The unit should be encased in a suitably rated enclosure.
Suitable polycarbonate enclosures are available from
Novaris.
Novaris surge diverters may be easily mounted on DIN rail
using their integral clips. The unit may alternatively be panel
mounted using brackets that are available from Novaris.
3.4 Connecting Leads: The terminals of the surge diverters have
a capacity of 16mm2. Multistranded conductor of at least
6mm2should be used. Ensure that the leads are capable
of handling the rated current of the installation and circuit
breaker or HRC fuse where present.
For optimum performance the inductance of connections
must be minimised. Leads should be kept together (in conduit
for example) for as much of their length as possible. All lead
lengths must be kept as short as possible.
Figure 3: Wiring for installation of SDD2-xx-xx-xx
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4. After Installation
4.1 Check the installation by switching the power on and
observing the indicating LEDs on the unit. If all LEDs are lit
then the installation has been successful.
4.2 Novaris surge diverters are very robust and require very little
maintenance, however the surge diverter should be inspected
periodically.
4.3 If the surge diverter appears damaged or defective in any
way, please contact Novaris regarding a replacement.