TCi HarmonicGuard Series Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual
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- Page 1 HarmonicGuard Series Drive-Applied Harmonic Filter ® Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual TCI, LLC W132 N10611 Grant Drive Germantown, Wisconsin 53022 Phone: 414-357-4480 Fax: 414-357-4484 Helpline: 800-TCI-8282 Web Site: http://www.transcoil.com © 2017 TCI, LLC All rights reserved...
- Page 2 TCI, LLC. The information in this manual is subject to change without notice. Every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual. TCI, LLC assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information...
- Page 3 5% THID for standard HGL Series filters at full load. If a properly sized and installed filter fails to meet its specified THID level, TCI will provide material for necessary modifications or replacement filter at no charge.
- Page 4 Revision Description Date Release 10/19/2017 Added Additional Options 11/22/2017 Updated Part Number Updates to Watts loss table 12/12/2018...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ..........................1 Receiving Inspection and Storage ................3 Pre-installation Planning ....................5 Installation Guidelines ....................6 HGL Filter Operation ..................... 7 Installation ..........................8 Maintenance and Service ..................... 8 Product Description ........................ 13 Part Number Encoding ....................14 Standard Option (S) ......................... -
Page 7: Introduction
® Introduction HarmonicGuard Low Capacitance Introduction Safety Instructions Overview This section provides the safety instructions which must be followed when installing, operating, and servicing the HarmonicGuard ® Low Capacitance (HGL) filter. If neglected, physical injury or death may follow, or damage may occur to the filter or equipment connected to the HGL filter. The material in this chapter must be read and understood before attempting any work on, or with, the product. - Page 8 ® HarmonicGuard Low Capacitance Introduction General Safety Instructions These safety instructions are intended for all work on the HGL. Additional safety instructions are provided at appropriate points on other sections of this manual. Be sure to read, understand, and follow all safety instructions. Warning Only qualified electricians should carry out all electrical Warning...
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Page 9: Receiving Inspection And Storage
TCI’s employees and sales agent’s oral statements do not constitute warranties; these shall not be relied upon by the Buyer, and are not part of any contract for sale. All warranties of TCI embodied in this writing and no other warranties are given beyond those set forth herein. - Page 10 ® HarmonicGuard Low Capacitance Introduction Storage Instructions If the HGL filter is to be stored before use, be sure that it is in a location that conforms to published storage humidity and temperature specifications stated in the HarmonicGuard ® Low Capacitance Filter Technical Specifications.
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Page 11: Pre-Installation Planning
® Introduction HarmonicGuard Low Capacitance Pre-installation Planning Verify the Application HGL Ratings Make sure that the HGL filter is correct for the application. The voltage rating of the filter must match the input voltage rating of the connected drive. The horsepower and current ratings of the filter must be appropriate for the connected load. -
Page 12: Installation Guidelines
® HarmonicGuard Low Capacitance Introduction Installation Guidelines Mounting The HGL must be mounted vertically on a smooth, solid surface, free from heat, dampness, and condensation. Wiring Cable Entry Locations The enclosed HGL filters are not provided with enclosure wiring knockouts. A location can be selected at the time of installation. -
Page 13: Hgl Filter Operation
® Introduction HarmonicGuard Low Capacitance HGL Filter Operation Thoroughly check the installation before applying power and operating Caution the equipment for the first time. Before Applying Power for the First Time Inspect the installation to make sure that all equipment has been completely and correctly installed in accordance with the Installation Guidelines section of this manual. -
Page 14: Installation
® HarmonicGuard Low Capacitance Installation Installation Intended Audience This manual is intended for use by all personnel responsible for the installation, operation and maintenance of the HGL filters. Such personnel are expected to have knowledge of electrical wiring practices, electronic components and electrical schematic symbols. - Page 15 Replacement Parts If replacement parts are needed, please contact your TCI representative. To ensure that the HGL filter continues to perform to its original specifications, replacement parts should conform to TCI specifications. HGL IOM Manual - Rev. B...
- Page 16 ® HarmonicGuard Low Capacitance Installation Fuse Specifications Always refer to the drawings and other information shipped with your unit. Consult applicable wiring codes, UL and NEC, for current limiting and disconnect requirements. 100 kA SCCR Fusing Requirements See Table 1 for line fusing requirements that must be supplied to comply with the 100kA SCCR. Table 1 –...
- Page 17 ® Installation HarmonicGuard Low Capacitance Table 2 – Fuse Table for HGL 480 Volt, 60Hz Models HGL Rating (HP) Branch Circuit Fuse Typical Line Current Rating (Included Current Fuse Internal to HGL Unit) or Circuit Breaker (J or T) Rating (Customer Supplied) 1000...
- Page 18 Supplied) 1000 Factory Contacts and Tech Support For technical support, contact your local TCI distributor or sales representative. You can contact TCI directly at 800-TCI-8282. Select "Customer Service" or "Tech Support" and have your HGL filter nameplate information available. HGL IOM Manual - Rev. B...
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Page 19: Product Description
Product Description HGL Drive-Applied Filter The HGL is a drive-applied harmonic filter designed and developed by TCI to reduce the harmonic currents drawn from the power source by VFDs. The published HGL voltage, Power (Hp or kW) and current ratings apply to matching power (Hp or kW) rated standard VFDs with six-pulse diode bridge rectifiers. -
Page 20: Part Number Encoding
® HarmonicGuard Low Capacitance Product Description Part Number Encoding Figure 1 identifies the significance of each character in the HGL part number. The example part number, HGL0150AW1S0000 designates an HGL filter that is rated 150 HP, 480 volts, 60 Hz. It includes a line reactor, tuning reactor, and capacitors in a UL Type 1 enclosure. - Page 21 ® Product Description HarmonicGuard Low Capacitance Product Technical Specifications Table 4 lists the major technical specifications for the HGL Filter. Table 4 – HGL Technical Specifications 60 Hz, 3 Phase: 480V/600 VAC Voltage ratings kVar ratings 0.15 kVAR/HP Load types 3-phase diode bridge rectifier loads such as PWM AC drives Load power range 20-900HP for 480V/600V units.
- Page 22 ® Product Description HarmonicGuard Low Capacitance Table 5 – 480V HGL Watts loss Open Type 1 Type 3R 1046 1062 1062 1217 1235 1235 1454 1476 1476 1411 1432 1432 1548 1571 1571 1842 1869 1869 2053 2083 2083 1976 2005 2005 2225...
- Page 23 ® Product Description HarmonicGuard Low Capacitance Table 6 – 600V HGL Watts loss Open Type 1 Type 3R 1182 1200 1200 1306 1325 1325 1452 1474 1474 1766 1792 1792 1566 1589 1589 2079 2110 2110 1984 2014 2014 2034 2064 2064 2341...
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Page 24: Standard Option (S)
Product Description HGL S Option Filter The HGL is a drive-applied harmonic filter designed and developed by TCI to reduce the harmonic currents drawn from the power source by VFDs. The published HGL voltage, Power (Hp or kW) and current ratings apply to matching power (Hp or kW) rated standard VFDs with six-pulse diode bridge rectifiers. -
Page 25: Contactor Option (C)
Product Description HGL C Option Filter The HGL is a drive-applied harmonic filter designed and developed by TCI to reduce the harmonic currents drawn from the power source by VFDs. The published HGL voltage, Power (Hp or kW) and current ratings apply to matching power (Hp or kW) rated standard VFDs with six-pulse diode bridge rectifiers. -
Page 26: Fuse Monitor Without Contactor Option (G)
Product Description HGL G Option Filter The HGL is a drive-applied harmonic filter designed and developed by TCI to reduce the harmonic currents drawn from the power source by VFDs. The published HGL voltage, Power (Hp or kW) and current ratings apply to matching power (Hp or kW) rated standard VFDs with six-pulse diode bridge rectifiers. -
Page 27: Filter And Fuse Monitor Operation
® Contactor Option (C) HarmonicGuard Low Capacitance Filter and Fuse Monitor Operation HGL Filter Overview The HarmonicGuard ® Low Capacitance (HGL) Filter provides a low impedance path for the major harmonic currents demanded by Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs). This greatly reduces the amount of harmonic currents flowing through the electrical power distribution system, bringing those harmonic currents in line with the IEEE-519 standard for harmonic distortion mandated by an increasing number of utilities. - Page 28 ® Standard Option (S) HarmonicGuard Low Capacitance Fuse Monitor Operation and Relay Specifications The fuse monitor relay contact is a single pole, double throw (SPDT) dry type contact. Terminal Block connection TBa-7 is the common connection, TBa-6 is the Normally Closed (NC) connection, and TBa-8 is the Normally Open (NO) Connection.
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Page 29: Vibration Pad Option (V)
® Contactor Option (C) HarmonicGuard Low Capacitance Vibration Pad Option (V) The Vibration Pad Option is intended for use in applications which require environmental noise protection. The resilient mounting material is placed between the reactor and the interior of the enclosure and dampens noise produced by the reactor. - Page 30 TCI, LLC W132 N10611 Grant Drive Germantown, Wisconsin 53022 Phone: 414-357-4480 Fax: 414-357-4484 Helpline: 800-TCI-8282 Web Site: http://www.transcoil.com © 2017 TCI, LLC All rights reserved Publication No: 30799 Effective: 11/22/2017 Version: B...
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