SIEMENS FS140 Whole House Surge Protection Instruction Manual
- June 15, 2024
- SIEMENS
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SIEMENS FS140 Whole House Surge Protection
Total Home Protection
- Siemens believes today’s residential surge protectors come up short when protecting today’s modern home filled with smart appliances and electronics.
- This is why we developed our FirstSurge™ commercial class total home surge protectors. These electrical system surge protectors are sized for where you live. They will let you know when there is something wrong or when they are worn out.
- Based on thunderstorm frequency, geographic location, and home size, we developed a surge exposure map correlating with FirstSurge™ current capacities known to provide years of protective service for each shaded area.
Sized For Where You Live
Model
| Surge Capacity
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FirstSurge™ Power (FS60)| 60,000 A
FirstSurge™ Plus (FS100)| 100,000 A
FirstSurge™ Pro (FS140)| 140,000 A
Know You’re Protected: 3 Stage Commerical Grade Notification
When there is a problem, Siemens FirstSurge™ takes the guesswork out of knowing when it is time to be replaced. What will you see and hear when this occurs?
- Audible Alarm: Beeps
- Green LED(s): Extinguish
- Red Service Light: Flashes
Ground Reference Monitoring (GRM)
FirstSurge™ is GRM-equipped notifying you a rare safety hazard exists due to a compromised electrical system neutral to ground bond. What will you see and hear when this occurs?
- Audible Alarm: Beeps
- Green LED(s): Remains Lit
- Red Service Light: Flashes
Features & Benefits
- UL 1449 Listed, Type 2, Surge Protective Device (SPD)
- Rated for 120/240 split phase panels up to 400A
- Surge Current Capacities:
- 60,000 A
- 100,000 A
- 140,000 A
- 3 Stage Commercial Grade Notification
- Ground Reference Monitoring (GRM)
- Installs onto any brand load center
- Type 4-rated outdoor enclosure
- 10-year product and connected equipment warranty*
*See warranty for details
Installation Instructions
FirstSurge™ is a Type 2 SPD. It is suitable for use downstream of the service disconnect.
Pre-Plan your installation. You need to accomplish the following:
- Meet all National and Local codes (NEC® Article 285 and UL 1449 address SPDs).
- Confirm System voltage to SPD voltage (120V SPD will fail instantly on 240V, 277V, etc.).
- Mount SPD as close to the panel or equipment as possible to keep leads short. (long leads hurt performance).
- Ensure leads are as short and straight as possible, including neutral and ground. Use a breaker position that is close to the SPD and the panel’s neutral and ground.
- The recommended breaker size is 20A.
- Make sure the system is grounded per NEC® and clear of faults before energizing SPD. (inadvertent system problem may fail SPD).
- Never Hi-Pot test Any SPD. (will prematurely fail SPD).
Specifications
Technical Specifications
Surge Spike Capacity| FirstSurge™ Power (FS60) 60,000 A FirstSurge™ Plus (FS100) 100,000 A
FirstSurge™ Pro (FS140) 140,000 A
Line Voltage| 120/240 Split Phase, 50/60 Hz
UL 1449 3rd Ed VPR| L-N: 600 V
L-G: 600 V
N-G: 600 V
L-L: 900 V
Rated Voltage (MCOV)| 150V – L-N, L-G, and N-G; 300V – L-L
Response Time| <1 nanosecond
Enclosure| NEMA 4X Indoor and Outdoor Rated
Selection Information
FirstSurge™ Power| FS60
FirstSurge™ Plus| FS100
FirstSurge™ Pro| FS140
FirstSurge™ Flush Mount Kit| XMFMKIT
- Use a voltmeter to check voltages and ensure correct SPD. See the Data Sheet for specs and wire-outs.
- Determine Mounting location – weather-resistant equipment may be required.
- If SPD has an optional Flush Mount Kit, pre-plan its installation. See Figure 3. (If flush mounting, be careful to not drop SPD into the wall).
- Remove power from the panel/source. Confirm panel/source is de-energized.
- Identify breaker location and SPD location. Position SPD such that LEDs are best visible. If the Flush Mount Kit was ordered, follow Flush Mount instructions and then proceed at #6.
- Mount SPD – weather-resistant applications require additional sealing, etc. (not included)
- Remove an appropriately sized knockout from the panel.
- Connect conductors as appropriate – short and straight as possible.
- Label or mark conductors as appropriate (neutral: white, ground: green, energized: black).
- Make sure the system is bonded per NEC® and is clear of hazards or faults before energizing (N-G bonding not per NEC® will fail SPDs: #1 cause of SPD failures).
- Energize and confirm proper operation of green LED indicators. If any connected phase LED does not illuminate, remove power, check all connections, and test again. If any connected phase LED still does not illuminate, contact Siemens Technical Support at: 1-888-333-3545.
- The SPD is equipped with an audible alarm which will sound in the event of an alarm condition. This indicates a problem with the SPD which requires further evaluation. There is no test or silence switch. De-energizing the SPD will silence the alarm.
The information provided in this flyer contains merely general descriptions or characteristics of performance which in case of actual use do not always apply as described or which may change as a result of further development of the products. An obligation to provide the respective characteristics shall only exist if expressly agreed in the terms of the contract. All product designations may be trademarks or product names of Siemens AG or supplier companies whose use by third parties for their own purposes could violate the rights of the owners.
Siemens Industry, Inc. 5400 Triangle Parkway Norcross, GA 30092
- 888-333-3545
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- Order No. RPFL-FSTSU-0515 | Printed in USA | © 2015, Siemens Industry, Inc.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the brand and model of the whole house surge protector with a voltage rating of 100 Volts, and what is its color?
The whole house surge protector is manufactured by SIEMENS, and its model name is FS140. It comes in Gray.
What is the voltage capacity of the SIEMENS FS140 Whole House Surge Protector?
The surge protector has a voltage rating of 100 Volts.
What material is used in the construction of the SIEMENS FS140 Whole House Surge Protector?
The surge protector is constructed using Polycarbonate (PC) material.
What are the product dimensions and weight of the SIEMENS FS140 Whole House Surge Protector?
The product dimensions are 10 x 6 x 4 inches, and it weighs 2 pounds.
What is the item model number of the SIEMENS FS140 Whole House Surge Protector?
The item model number is FS140.
What type of surge protective devices (SPDs) are the SIEMENS FS140, and what standards do they meet?
The FirstSurge Surge Protective Devices (SPDs) are Type 2 and UL/cUL 1449 listed, meeting designated protection requirements.
What grade of enclosure is used in the construction of the SIEMENS FS140 Whole House Surge Protector, and what installations does it allow for?
The surge protector is constructed using a commercial-grade NEMA 4X enclosure, allowing for both indoor and outdoor installations.
How much surge current capacity per phase does the SIEMENS FS140 Whole House Surge Protector provide?
The FirstSurge Pro provides 140,000 Amp of surge current capacity per phase.
Is the SIEMENS FS140 Whole House Surge Protector compatible with specific load centers and breakers?
The surge protector is compatible with any brand of load center and breakers.
What is the enclosure rating for the SIEMENS FS140 Whole House Surge Protector, and where can it be installed?
The enclosure is rated for type 4 outdoor installations, and it can also be installed inside the load center.
What warranty does the SIEMENS FS140 Whole House Surge Protector offer for the product and connected equipment?
The surge protector comes with a 10-year product and connected equipment warranty.
Is the SIEMENS FS140 suitable for both indoor and outdoor use?
Yes, the surge protector is suitable for both indoor and outdoor installations.
Does the SIEMENS FS140 Whole House Surge Protector have any specific certifications?
The surge protector is UL/cUL 1449 listed.
Can the SIEMENS FS140 Whole House Surge Protector be used with any load center brand?
Yes, the surge protector is compatible with any brand of load center.
What level of surge current capacity does the FirstSurge Pro technology in the SIEMENS FS140 provide?
The FirstSurge Pro provides 140,000 Amp of surge current capacity per phase.
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