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Model 425

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Summary of Contents for ASCO POWER TECHNOLOGIES 425

  • Page 1 Surge Protective Devices Installation & Operation Manual Model 425...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Model 425 Surge Protective Device (SPD) Table of Contents Precautions Introduction Unpacking and Preliminary Inspection Storage Identification Nameplate SPD Location Considerations Environment Audible Noise Mounting Service Clearance Equipment Performance Electrical Voltage Rating Branch Circuit Overcurrent Protection and Disconnect Means Location of Surge Protective Device (SPD)
  • Page 3 Please Note Electrical equipment should be installed, operated, serviced, and maintained only by qualified personnel. No responsibility is assumed by ASCO Power Technologies for any consequences arising out of the use of this material. A qualified person is one who has skills and knowledge related to the construction, installation, and operation of electrical equipment and has received safety training to recognize and avoid the hazards involved.
  • Page 4: Precautions

    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. © 2020 ASCO Power Technologies. All Rights Reserved For access to self-service tools and chat support visit se.com/us/en/work/support or call 1-888-778-2733 for technical assistance...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury. Note: For access to self-service Proper installation is imperative to maximize the ASCO 425 SPDs tools and chat support visit effectiveness and performance. Follow the steps outlined in this instruction se.com/us/en/work/support or...
  • Page 6: Unpacking And Preliminary Inspection

    (per UL1449). For every additional foot of wire beyond six inches, the effective VPR increases by approximately 160 volts. © 2020 ASCO Power Technologies. All Rights Reserved For access to self-service tools and chat support visit se.com/us/en/work/support or call 1-888-778-2733 for technical assistance...
  • Page 7: Electrical

    480C = 480V B Corner Ground Delta, 3Ø 3W+Ground 600C = 600V B Corner Ground Delta, 3Ø 3W+Ground © 2020 ASCO Power Technologies. All Rights Reserved For access to self-service tools and chat support visit se.com/us/en/work/support or call 1-888-778-2733 for technical assistance...
  • Page 8: Branch Circuit Overcurrent Protection And Disconnect Means

    Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury. A branch circuit Overcurrent Protection Device (OCPD) either in the form of a circuit breaker or fuse must be provided for the ASCO 425 Type 2 device. The branch circuit OCPD should either provide or include a disconnecting means.
  • Page 9: System Grounding

    Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage. The ASCO 425 has SPD elements connected from phase to ground. It is critical that there be a robust and effective connection to the building grounding structure.
  • Page 10: Parts List

    • Verify ground grid continuity by inspections and testing as part of a comprehensive electrical maintenance program. Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury. Parts List 1 - Model 425 suppressor including 3 feet (.91 M) conductors 1 - Data Sheet Wiring and Installation DANGER HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH •...
  • Page 11 (o-ring, sealing conduit, etc). Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury. © 2020 ASCO Power Technologies. All Rights Reserved For access to self-service tools and chat support visit se.com/us/en/work/support or call 1-888-778-2733 for technical assistance...
  • Page 12: Asco 425 Wiring Diagrams

    ▪ Outdoor installation requires appropriate weather sealing at nipple (gasket, sealing conduit, etc.) Figure 5: Parallel Wiring Diagram © 2020 ASCO Power Technologies. All Rights Reserved For access to self-service tools and chat support visit se.com/us/en/work/support or call 1-888-778-2733 for technical assistance...
  • Page 13: Surface Mount Installation

    Figure 7: General Dimensions (in. / mm.) 8.28 (210.31) 7.41 (188.21) 2.21 3.67 (56.13) (93.22) 0.19 (4.83) 3.00 Weight: 3lbs (1.4kg) (76.20) © 2020 ASCO Power Technologies. All Rights Reserved For access to self-service tools and chat support visit se.com/us/en/work/support or call 1-888-778-2733 for technical assistance...
  • Page 14: Operation

    Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury. LED Status Indicators Diagnostic LEDs are located on the front of the ASCO 425 SPD device. They operate as follows: • Verify that all phase voltages are present. If the LED is not illuminated, the device may not be installed correctly.
  • Page 15: Dry Contacts

    Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury and equipment damage. The ASCO 425 series SPD device is provided with dry contacts. These dry contact leads can be used for remote indication of the SPD operating status to a computer interface board or emergency management system. Also, these dry contact leads are designed to work with the SPD remote monitor option described in the following section.
  • Page 16: Connecting Form C Dry Contact & Audible Alarm

    Normally Closed (suggested): Use Gray and Red • Normally Open: Use Gray and Blue Grey Blue © 2020 ASCO Power Technologies. All Rights Reserved For access to self-service tools and chat support visit se.com/us/en/work/support or call 1-888-778-2733 for technical assistance...
  • Page 17: Remote Monitor Option

    The remote monitor includes a 120 V ac to 12 V dc adapter with a six-foot power cord. Connections are made to the ASCO 425 device via the dry con- tact lead wires, connected directly into the remote monitor’s internal terminal block.
  • Page 18: Preventive Maintenance

    During this inspection, check the state of the display LED status indicators. © 2020 ASCO Power Technologies. All Rights Reserved For access to self-service tools and chat support visit se.com/us/en/work/support or call 1-888-778-2733 for technical assistance...
  • Page 19 IO-70060 05/2020 © 2020 ASCO Power Technologies. All Rights Reserved For access to self-service tools and chat support visit se.com/us/en/work/support or call 1-888-778-2733 for technical assistance...
  • Page 20 While every precaution has been taken to ensure accuracy and completeness in this literature, Schneider Electric assumes no 14550 58th Street North responsibility, and disclaims all liability for damages resulting from Clearwater, Florida 33760 use of this information or for any errors or omissions. se.com/us/en/work/support 1-888-778-2733 IO-70060 RevH 05-20...

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