novaris SFH3-800 275 Series User manual

INSTALLATION and OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
NOVARIS SURGE FILTERS
Three Phase 800A
Handbook No: SFH3-800-200-275

Technical Manual SFH3-800-200-275
Novaris Pty Ltd
72 Browns Road, Kingston, TAS. 7050 AUSTRALIA
Tel: + 613 6229 7233 FAX: + 613 6229 9245
Email: [email protected] URL: www.novaris.com.au
Thank you for choosing a Novaris Pty Ltd power surge filter for your protection
requirements. This manual explains the operation and features of your filter as well
as installation information. In addition troubleshooting and maintenance guides are
provided.
For this filter to function correctly, it must be installed as described. Please instruct
your installation personnel to read this manual before proceeding with installation.
WARNING: THIS UNIT IS DESIGNED FOR CONNECTION TO
THE AC MAINS . DANGEROUS VOLTAGES EXIST ON
COMPONENTS INSIDE THE CASE . THIS PRODUCT MUST BE
INSTALLED BY A LICENCED ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR IN
ACCORDANCE WITH ALL RELEVENT AUSTRALIAN
STANDARDS , INCLUDING AS3000, OR THE RELEVANT
COUNTRY ’ S WIRING RULES .

Technical Manual SFH3-800-200-275
Novaris Pty Ltd
72 Browns Road, Kingston, TAS. 7050 AUSTRALIA
Tel: + 613 6229 7233 FAX: + 613 6229 9245
Email: [email protected] URL: www.novaris.com.au
CONTENTS
1. Operation
2. Specifications
3. Installation
4. Maintenance
5. Warranty

Technical Manual SFH3-800-200-275
Novaris Pty Ltd
72 Browns Road, Kingston, TAS. 7050 AUSTRALIA
Tel: + 613 6229 7233 FAX: + 613 6229 9245
Email: [email protected] URL: www.novaris.com.au
1. Operation
Novaris power line surge filters are designed for the protection of sensitive
equipment from the damaging effects of lightning surges, power transients and RF
interference.
Novaris hardwire filters comprise MOV surge protection plus LC low pass filters for
both single and three phase applications. The prime surge diverting elements are
metal oxide varistors of a rating chosen to suit the application. This is primarily
based upon current rating of the filter but high surge rating options are available for
high exposure sites.
Three stages of protection include metal oxide varistors, inductors and capacitors
forming a low pass filter and a final stage of metal oxide varistors.
The first stage of protection consists of the metal oxide varistors. MOVs are
connected between each phase and neutral to absorb transverse mode surges usually
generated by load switching and other power system disturbances. These MOVs in
conjunction with the gas arrestor between neutral and ground absorb common mode
surges most often caused by lightning induced disturbances or power system earth
faults.
Novaris power filters are designed for general installation at any point in a LV
distribution system. When installed near a main switchboard close to the building
MEN point the neutral-earth components serve no function but are necessary when
the filter is installed at distribution boards some distance from the MEN point to
remove possible induced common mode voltages.
The second stage of the filter consists of the inductors and capacitors. The LC section
low pass filter elements further attenuate surge voltages already clamped by the
MOV stages. In addition the filter stages attenuate noise and power system
harmonics. Filter cutoff frequency is around 800Hz. The filter stage is designed to
attenuate both transverse and common mode noise.
Metal oxide varistors are voltage dependent electrical resistors with symmetrical V/I
characteristics. Their resistance value decreases with increasing voltage, thus "short-
circuiting" a further rise in overvoltage. The metal oxide varistors in Novaris surge
filters are conservatively rated to handle a large number of surge events. However
due to the unpredictable nature of transients a varistor may occasionally be
overloaded. To sense the integrity of each varistor a fuse is connected in series with
each MOV.
Should an overload occur the varistor leakage current will increase causing the fuse
to blow.

Technical Manual SFH3-800-200-275
Novaris Pty Ltd
72 Browns Road, Kingston, TAS. 7050 AUSTRALIA
Tel: + 613 6229 7233 FAX: + 613 6229 9245
Email: [email protected] URL: www.novaris.com.au
To sense this condition the terminal voltage of each varistor is monitored. An LED
relevant to each MOV is normally ON both at the MOV and on the mimic panel and
an alarm condition is signalled to the alarm circuitry.
Each filter capacitor has a series fuse so that capacitor failure will not interrupt
supply. Capacitor terminal voltage is also monitored with an LED indicator at the
capacitor bank and at the mimic panel and this condition is signalled to the alarm
circuitry.
External alarm provision is available via a voltage free changeover contact accessible
via terminals on the filter backplane.
Under no fault conditions the mimic panel Filter OK lamp is ON, the Alarm lamp is
OFF and the alarm relay is in its energised state.
Please note that the alarm relay contacts are labelled for the non-energised condition.
The alarm circuitry may be tested by holding down the Alarm Test button. The lamps
for the Capacitors, MOVs and Filter OK should extinguish regardless of MOV or
capacitor condition. The Alarm lamp should light and the relay contacts on the filter
backplane should change to the de-energised (Normal) state.
On releasing the test button the lamps and relay will return to their previous state
after a short period.
Loss of power to the first or second phase will result in an alarm condition and
extinguish all the lamps for the respective phase.
The alarm circuitry is powered from the third phase; loss of power to this phase will
result in an alarm condition and extinguish all lamps on the mimic panel.

Technical Manual SFH3-800-200-275
Novaris Pty Ltd
72 Browns Road, Kingston, TAS. 7050 AUSTRALIA
Tel: + 613 6229 7233 FAX: + 613 6229 9245
Email: [email protected] URL: www.novaris.com.au
2. Specifications
Model No: SFH3-800-200-275
No phases: 3
Current Rating: 800A per phase
Rated operating voltage: 240V AC (L-N)
Rated VA: 576kVA
Maximum operating voltage: 275V AC (L-N)
Insertion voltage drop: <2.5V per phase at full load
Efficiency: 99%
Protection modes: Transverse and common mode
Surge withstand: (8/20us impulse)
SFH3-800-100-275 SFH3-800-200-275 200KA per phase
Frequency response: 3dB point approx. 800Hz
Internal protection: Each surge diverter individually
protected with a series fuse and thermal
overload indication.
Alarms: External alarm via voltage N/O contact.
Dimensions backplane: 1300H x 700W x 280D
Location: Main switchboard or main distribution
board in all TN and TT distribution
systems.

Technical Manual SFH3-800-200-275
Novaris Pty Ltd
72 Browns Road, Kingston, TAS. 7050 AUSTRALIA
Tel: + 613 6229 7233 FAX: + 613 6229 9245
Email: [email protected] URL: www.novaris.com.au
3. Installation
One of the most important factors determining the performance of Novaris surge
filters is the manner in which they are installed.
It is mandatory that Novaris surge filters be installed by a licensed electrician in
accordance with Australian Standard AS3000 or the relevant country wiring rules. To
meet AS3000 the filter must be protected by a circuit breaker or fuses of rating equal
to the current rating of the filter. 800A filters may be fitted with line fuses. If these
are not included the filter must be preceded by external fuses or a circuit breaker.
If some latitude is allowed in the positioning of this filter, choose a location which
affords a short direct run to a substantial earthing point, either a station earth bar or
switchboard earth bus.
The filter should be installed before any residual current protection devices although
earth leakage is negligible and once power is applied RCD operation will not be
affected.
The purpose of the filter is to remove surges and other transient overvoltage
disturbances which may be caused by induction or direct injection. It is therefore vital
to segregate input and output cabling. Do not run these cables in a common duct.
Treat the input cabling as "dirty".
The optimum cabling configuration is to run input or line side cabling in the bottom
left hand side of the cabinet and output or load cabling out the bottom right hand
side.
Surge Filter
Power Line
Circuit Breaker
Electrode
Earth
Service Fuses
Supply Authority
N
L1
L3
L2
E
N
(Optional)
Main Switch
L1
L3
L2
LINE
E
N
L1
L3
L2
LOAD
MEN
Neutral

Technical Manual SFH3-800-200-275
Novaris Pty Ltd
72 Browns Road, Kingston, TAS. 7050 AUSTRALIA
Tel: + 613 6229 7233 FAX: + 613 6229 9245
Email: [email protected] URL: www.novaris.com.au
Correct earthing is essential. Run an earth conductor of size specified in AS3000 or
the relevant wring rules to the nearest earth bar or station earth bus. Avoid sharp
bends and keep the earth conductor as short as possible. To optimise performance,
use an earth connection made with 25 x 3mm copper strap. Otherwise use at least
16mm
2
conductor.
Connect the external alarm if necessary. A voltage free N/O contact is provided. This
may be modified by rewiring the alarm connections to the line and load side surge
diverters. Maximum conductor size is 2.5mm
2
. These contact descriptions relate to
the power on condition. Under normal operating conditions the relay is energised.
After installation the filter may be tested for continuity and insulation with a hand
held multimeter. A megger test will indicate excessive leakage as it will cause the
surge suppression components to operate.

Technical Manual SFH3-800-200-275
Novaris Pty Ltd
72 Browns Road, Kingston, TAS. 7050 AUSTRALIA
Tel: + 613 6229 7233 FAX: + 613 6229 9245
Email: [email protected] URL: www.novaris.com.au
4. Maintenance
Novaris surge filters are virtually maintenance free. Should any abnormality arise the
filter will initiate an alarm condition which will enable the external alarm. Inspection
of the internal alarms will reveal the nature of the fault. Note that a power failure will
be interpreted as an alarm condition.
The surge diverting components are all enclosed in metal cases and may be replaced
individually. These devices are either DIN rail mounted and may be clipped in and
out. Alternatively MULTIMOV surge diverters may be panel mounted. These are
simply held in place with four screws.
D ANGEROUS VOLTAGES EXIST INSIDE THE CABINET . T HIS WORK SHOULD ONLY BE
CARRIED OUT BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL .
In all cases of suspected faults contact your distributor or Novaris Pty Ltd for advice.
A filter exhibiting an alarm condition does not necessarily have to be taken out of
service. In most cases some form of protection will still be provided.
100kA, 150kA, 200kA and 250kA versions feature redundant line side MULTIMOV
surge diverter segments so that a segment failure will not effect filter performance.

Technical Manual SFH3-800-200-275
Novaris Pty Ltd
72 Browns Road, Kingston, TAS. 7050 AUSTRALIA
Tel: + 613 6229 7233 FAX: + 613 6229 9245
Email: [email protected] URL: www.novaris.com.au
5. Warranty
This is limited to 5 years and is given by Novaris Pty Ltd (Novaris) to the
original purchaser of products made by Novaris (“the products’). The warranty
certificate must be completed by the distributor and the purchaser in order to
claim under this warranty.
1. What Novaris will do
If the product fails under normal use and service because of a manufacturing
defect in materials or workmanship within 5 years from the date of purchase
Novaris will at its option, either repair or replace the product with an
equivalent product. The repaired or replacement product will be warranted
under the terms of this warranty for the remainder of the warranty period for
the product originally supplied.
2. How to obtain warranty service
To obtain warranty service you must return the product to Novaris. The
product must be accompanied by the warranty certificate duly completed
along with your sales receipt or invoice. Freight and insurance is your
responsibility.
3. What is not covered
This warranty does not cover any failure of equipment not supplied by
Novaris or any consumables* attached to or forming part of the product nor
does it cover any failure of or damage to the product due to:
(a) it being connected to equipment or accessories not authorised by Novaris.
(b) improper handling, misuse, neglect, accident, improper installation or non
compliance with the directions for use;
(c) any alteration or modification which in the opinion of Novaris will affect
the ability to service the product, or
(d) repair by anyone other than an authorised Novaris service agent
No guarantee is given concerning the operation of surge or transient
protection products since atmospheric lightning discharges are an
unpredictable process subject to the laws of nature and independent of
human control. The products do not provide total protection. Component
parts of some products may be sacrificial when exposed to the effects of
lightning and also voltage surges and transients. Novaris does not guarantee
repair or replacement services will be available after expiration of the 5 year
warranty period.

Technical Manual SFH3-800-200-275
Novaris Pty Ltd
72 Browns Road, Kingston, TAS. 7050 AUSTRALIA
Tel: + 613 6229 7233 FAX: + 613 6229 9245
Email: [email protected] URL: www.novaris.com.au
4.Rights under the Trade Practices Act
It is acknowledged by Novaris that, under applicable State and
Commonwealth Law certain conditions may be implied and rights and
remedies conferred on the purchaser in relation to the product which cannot
be excluded, restricted or modified by agreement (non excludable rights).
Novaris disclaims all express or implied conditions and warranties in
relation to the product other than the express terms of this warranty and any
excludable rights. Novaris’ responsibility to the Purchaser is, where
permitted, limited to the undertakings stated in section 1 of this warranty and
subject to the above, in no event is Novaris liable (where before or after
discharge of the contract for supply of the product or otherwise) for any loss
or damage suffered by the Purchaser as the user caused or contributed to by
negligence of Novaris, its servants or agents, nor is Novaris liable for
special, incidental, indirect or consequential loss or damage suffered by the
Purchaser including but not limited to economic loss, loss of profit or
revenue or reputation or costs arising from the loss of use of the product.
*consumables include indicator lamps and illumination sources, items made
wholly or partly of glass or ceramic material, electrical elements, transformer
windings, electric motors, reconditioned parts and batteries.