Southwire Surge Guard 44750 Manual

INSTALLATION & OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
505-00056 C
Southwire Company, LLC
4525 140th Avenue North Clearwater, Florida 33762
[phone]
MODEL 44750
30A Portable w/ Ground Fault
Protection
FOR YOUR RECORDS
MODEL NO: ___________________
DATE PURCHASED: ____________
WHERE PURCHASED: __________
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES MODEL 44750
Operating Current 30 Amps
Operating Voltage 120 Volts
Energy Dissipation 510 Joules
Maximum Spike Current 1,250A
Ground Fault Protection Yes
Corrosion Resistant Yes
Warranty 1 year
Easy Installation Yes
Locking Hasp Available Yes
Rated 120V, 30A- 10/3 AWG Cord
• Automatically shuts off power when ground
faults are present.
• Requires manual reset after ground fault
condition.
• Convenient Easy-T-Plug™ disconnect.
• Most economically priced protection.
• Provides 510 Joules power surge protection.

1. Plug the Surge Guard®44750 into an approved 120V/30A RV
power receptacle.
2. Press and release the RESET button. Verify that the green
light is visible. If the unit is in the reset condition when
plugged into the power receptacle, then the green light will
be immediately visible. This indicates power is available to
the RV.
3. Press the TEST button. Verify that the green light is not
visible.
4. Press and release the RESET button. Verify that the green
light is once again visible.
5. Power is available. Operate equipment in your RV normally.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MODEL 44750
WARNING
1. If the unit with contacts closed fails to trip when the
TEST button is pressed (Green light still appears),
the device is NOT operating properly and should
be return to the point of purchase for replacement
(SEE WARRANTY INFORMATION)
2. If the product tests properly without a load applied,
but trips each time the RV load is applied, a current
leakage exists and should be repaired or replaced as
soon as possible (SEE WARRANTY INFORMATION)
DO NOT BYPASS THE SURGE GUARD IF THIS CONDITION
OCCURS. A REAL SHOCK HAZARD MAY EXIST.
IMPORTANT NOTE
The Surge Guard®Model 44750 will provide protection even if
there is a break in the ground wire in the supply power circuit or
the internal circuit in the RV.
CAUTION
1. Do not connect any electrical cord longer than 250 feet to
the Surge Guard®device to avoid the possibility of nuisance
tripping.
2. This device is to be used on electrical distribution systems
120V/30A (RV30) 60Hz only.
3. Ground fault circuit interrupters do not protect against
electrical shock resulting from contact with both line and
neutral wires of the electrical circuit.
4. The Surge Guard®Model 44750 is designed as a protective
device, do not use as an "on and off" switch.
TROUBLESHOOTING
MODEL 44750
RV's, new and old, can have loose, faulty or even incorrect
wiring which could be potentially dangerous. In the event
there is a leakage of current caused by one or more of the
above conditions, the Surge Guard®Model 44750 will cut the
flow of electricity. Should this happen, follow the procedures
below to isolate the cause; however, Southwire®recommends
that all electrical repairs be done by a certified electrician.
1. Unplug the RV from the Surge Guard®device and push the
RESET button. If the unit trips immediately after, the problem
is in the Surge Guard®unit and it should be returned for
repair or replacement. (SEE WARRANTY INFORMATION).
However, if the Surge Guard®unit holds the set, continue to
Step 2.
2. Turn off all the RV circuit breakers and plug the RV power
cord into the Surge Guard®device. If the unit trips, the
problem is in the cord and/or the connection supplying the
RV. However, if the unit does not trip, continue to Step 3.
3. Turn on each circuit breaker one at a time until the Surge
Guard®device trips. You have now isolated a circuit with
leakage.
4. Unplug all appliances connected to the bad circuit and reset
the circuit breaker and the Surge Guard®device. If the unit
trips, then the problem is in the RV wiring. Should the Surge
Guard®device not trip, see Step 5.
5. Plug in each appliance until the Surge Guard®device trips.
The appliance that causes the trip has a current leakage and
should be repaired or replaced.
WARNING
Some RV power pedestal receptacles, regardless of amperage,
can cause discoloration, charring, and even melting of the male
plug connected to it. This condition is created by worn or loose
receptacle connections resulting in unsatisfactory tension or
gripping force applied to the current-carrying blades on the male
plug.
To reduce the risk of plug damage, keep the male plug blades on
the Surge Guard®device and RV power cord clean and tarnish-
free. Visually inspect in and around the pedestal receptacle for
evidence of charring prior to making connection. If the receptacle
shows evidence of charring, we recommend that you do not make
electrical connection.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Southwire Company, LLC warrants that its devices are free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original
purchase. This one year warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, obligations, or liabilities expressed or implied by the company. Any properly installed
device that proves defective in normal use will be repaired or replaced at Southwire’s option provided the procedure as stated below is followed:
1. Contact Southwire Customer Support at 1-800-780-4324 to
obtain a Return Materials Number.
2. Properly package returned unit.
3. Display Return Materials Number on outside of box.
4. Include Proof of Purchase, including date of purchase.
5. Supply full written description of the problem.
6. Specify your name, address, and daytime phone number.
7. Ship unit postage prepaid directly to:
RETURN MATERIALS DEPARTMENT
Southwire Company, LLC
4525 140th Avenue North, Suite 900
Clearwater, Florida 33762
• Warranty is void if the device has been opened, altered, misused
and/or abused in any way.
• Southwire®cannot assume responsibility for customer
alterations, acts of God, or any other factors not under the
control of Southwire.
• Southwire®cannot assume responsibility for damage in
handling of shipment.
• Southwire®shall have no responsibility for installation of
this device or for any personal injury, property damage, any
incidental, contingent, or consequential damages of any kind
resulting in defects or failure of the unit to function in the event
of a ground fault in the circuit it is protecting.
Implied warranties (if any) including but not limited to implied warranties of fitness for a particular purpose and merchantability, are limited in duration to a period
ending one year from the date of original customer purchase. The exclusive remedy for breach of the limited warranty contained herein is the repair or replacement of
the defective product at Southwire’s option. In no case shall Southwire’s liability under any other remedy prescribed by law exceed the purchase price. Some states
do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or allow disclaimers or modifications of or limitation on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.