Can this be used as a whole house protector if the service is 100 amp?
1047577
Sorry, I can't answer that question. My A/C service tech suggested I protect each A/C unit with one of these....
1047578
It doesn't matter what the service amperage is. This will protect both phase circuits ( 120 volts X 2). Your house should have 2 black wires coming into the breaker box. Turn off the master breaker then connect one black wire for each of the 2 black circuits and the white to common-ground. Turn on the master breaker and the LED should turn green letting you know that the unit is ready. If your are not sure how to do this then I would recommend that you get an professional electrician to install it.
1047579
. I use it to protect a 20 Amp 120 volt circuit that has equipment prone to lightning surges. I do not know if approved for house service protection. Ask a pro-electrician .
1047580
Yes. The Amp size of the service does not matter. It just has to have a place to connect to a 2 pole (230/240Volt) breaker. I have one on my 200 amp service and one on the disconnect to the outside A/C unit.
2179095
No it wouldn't work with a 100a service I sent mine back beachside it couldn't keep up with demand in Mississippi couldn't shower and wash dishes at the same time in the summer lol
626007
No. It would not be a good idea because you would only have 20 amp protection for that circuit.
880066
it would have to be below 100ma or it would be lethal. I just ordered mine, but have no way to measure amperage on that high voltage.
2060772
I don't know for certain. I would contact the manufacturer to find out for sure as you would not want someone to inadvertently power up too many things and cause a fire in your house due to overloading the circuits.
2253604
As long as the amps are the same or greater on the surge protector you should have no problem.
1510109
I have one and i use it as a helper to my main unit. But all house, probable not.
261569
You should not use more than 80% of the rated capacity which would be 16 total amps continuous. I am not an electrician.
1318825
If there 2 separate panels coming off the service connect then yes. The surge could travel to the unprotected panel The only way to get away with one is if you had a sub panel since it is being fed from the first panel.
2055501
yes it will, but you are safer to use a Whole House Surge Protector that connects to your main electric panel in your house, you can buy them a t any box store electric dept it protects clock radios and microwaves
1690700
I have a power surge protector -- just in case there is a lightning storm and if it knocks out the motor I will not be a happy camper. An extension of this arrangement means, a UPS may work. I see why not. Principle is the same. Actually, a UPS is a smart move.
607045
I assume you can, although I have not tried it. It is a low end surge protector so I'm not sure if this will give you the joules you need.
598015
Check with your electrical inspector. That being said I used 2 of the available spaces and mounted a 100 amp main. Still have 2 extra spaces and doubt I'll ever come close to using more than 100 amp. No main was required by local codes but I like to be able to kill all power to box. Hope this helped.
763463
I've installed this at my main service panel and I believe all appliances are protected. I no longer do electrical work as a career, therefore I would contact the manufacturer for exact specifications. You know CYA.
904866
It shouldn't make any difference whether a home or RV. If you have a patch panel with access to 240v you can protect the entire RV or a single 120v circuit. If you're not sure what you're doing it's best to get an electrician to wire it for you.
1326443
I am not sure and perhaps someone else here has an answer, but you may consider the Intermatic IG1240RC3, which can be used on most main panels. Also, you may consider the fact that although these whole house power arrestor are an excellent way to protect your equipment, they may not be able to protect your equipment hooked up to coaxial (e.g. cable) or DSL, etc.
162526
Sure. My favorite feature of the protector is that if it is compromised by a surge, it will start beeping about every 30 seconds to inform you if it is out of sight. I would not use it for electronics because it is designed to continue providing power to your refrigerator so your food will not spoil and in the event of a storm, it would not continue any additional protection and would let additional surges through.