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Siemens AFCI Quick Start Manual

Siemens AFCI Quick Start Manual

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AFCI Diagnostic
Circuit Breaker
Revision 1.0
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  • Page 1 QUICK START GUIDE AFCI Diagnostic Circuit Breaker Revision 1.0 usa.siemens.com/AFCI_diagnostics...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    AFCI Diagnostic Circuit Breaker Quick Start Guide Table of Contents Safety Precautions Purpose Setup Connecting your Mobile Device to the Diagnostic Breaker Menu Overview Status Screen Capturing Data Download a previous Waveform Capture – Last Trip Waveform Setting Up a Waveform Capture – Manual Trigger...

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    3. To prevent severe shock or electrocution, always turn the power off before working on or inside equipment. 4. Replace all doors and covers before turning on power to this equipment. Do not open. No user serviceable parts inside. If damaged, please return to Siemens Industry Inc. at: 3617 Parkway Lane Peachtree Corners, GA 30092, USA WARNING: This device is only for use on single phase 120V circuits.

  • Page 4: Purpose

    AFCI Diagnostic Circuit Breaker Quick Start Guide Purpose The purpose of the Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) Diagnostic Breaker is to help identify and diagnose why AFCI breakers may be tripping. AFCI breakers monitor electrical signals on the wiring for conditions that are present during an arc-fault event.

  • Page 5: Menu Overview

    Quick Start Guide AFCI Diagnostic Circuit Breaker There are 4 menu options located at the bottom of the screen. Menu Overview Status Screen The Status screen will provide basic data about the breaker connected. The most useful section for this screen is the RF Noise Level.

  • Page 6: Capturing Data

    AFCI Diagnostic Circuit Breaker Quick Start Guide Capturing Data Download a previous Waveform Capture – Last Trip Waveform Use this setting if the breaker was installed and has recorded a trip event. After the breaker trips, reconnect to the breaker by turning the breaker OFF then ON. Next press the bluetooth icon in the top right corner.
  • Page 7 Quick Start Guide AFCI Diagnostic Circuit Breaker Setting Up a Waveform Capture – Last Trip Waveform (continued) Once you tap the Record button, the app will display “Waiting for capture”, as shown in the image. A few seconds later, the breaker should display the message “Fetching records”.

  • Page 8: Setting Up A Waveform Capture - Manual Trigger

    AFCI Diagnostic Circuit Breaker Quick Start Guide Setting Up a Waveform Capture – Manual Trigger Use the Manual Trigger option if you would like to capture a live snapshot of the diagnostic breaker. This may help identify RSSI (RF noise) that exists in the background contributing to arc-like characteristics.
  • Page 9 Quick Start Guide AFCI Diagnostic Circuit Breaker Setting Up a Waveform Capture – Manual Trigger (continued) Once you tap the Record button, the app will display “Waiting for capture”, as shown in the image. A few seconds later, the breaker should display the message “Fetching records”.

  • Page 10: Viewing History

    AFCI Diagnostic Circuit Breaker Quick Start Guide Viewing History You can view saved captures from previous tests by accessing the History. When launching the App, this is found at the bottom of the Home screen or at the top of the Record tab.

  • Page 11: Resolving The Issue

    Repairs to defects in wiring or other damaged components should only be performed by a qualified electrician. Any excessive RF noise identified in the home should be saved and reported to the manufacturer. Files saved can also be shared with Siemens for further support.

  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    AFCI Diagnostic Circuit Breaker Quick Start Guide Troubleshooting Can’t Connect to Diagnostic Breaker When connecting to the Diagnostic Breaker, make sure you are withing 15-20 feet and use pairing code 258456. If you receive an “Unable to pair device” message, press and hold the blue Push to Test button on the front of the breaker for at least 2 seconds while the breaker handle is in the ON position.

  • Page 13: Can't Download Last Trip Waveform From Diagnostic Breaker

    Quick Start Guide AFCI Diagnostic Circuit Breaker Can’t download Last Trip Waveform from Diagnostic Breaker In rare instances, the Diagnostic Breaker may continually trip while trying to retrieve the Last Trip Waveform data through the AFCI Diagnostics mobile App. If this occurs, the breaker’s memory needs to be cleared and a new trip event needs to be captured.

  • Page 14: Common Noisy Waveform Shapes

    AFCI Diagnostic Circuit Breaker Quick Start Guide Common Noisy Waveform Shapes Common waveform shapes of nuisance loads shown below can be used as a guide to determine if noise captured from the Diagnostic Breaker may contribute to unwanted tripping. No Noise...
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  • Page 16 This document contains a general description of available technical options only, and its effectiveness will be subject to specific variables Siemens Industry, Inc. including field conditions and project parameters. Siemens does not 3617 Parkway Ln. make representations, warranties, or assurances as to the accuracy or Peachtree Corners, GA 30092 completeness of the content contained herein.

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