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About this Manual:
This manual describes the installation and operation of the S8M Digital Multicircuit Protector and
includes the sections described below.
Please read this manual carefully and be sure you understand the information provided before
attempting to install or operate the S8M Digital Multicircuit Protector. Be sure to read the precautions
provided in the following section.
Precautions provides general precautions for using the S8M Digital Multicircuit Protector and related
devices.
Section 1 introduces the features and functions of the S8M Digital Multicircuit Protector and concepts
related to its operation.
Section 2 identifies the S8M Digital Multicircuit Protector’s components, provides specifications, and
describes the basic functions.
Section 3 describes how to install and wire the S8M Digital Multicircuit Protector.
Section 4 describes how to set the S8M’s various parameters.
Section 5 describes how to connect the branch outputs and test operation.
Section 6 describes how to install and operate the S8M Support Tool.
Section 7 describes how to use S8M communications.
Section 8 provides information on troubleshooting problems that may occur with the S8M Digital Multi-
circuit Protector.
The appendices provide a glossary of terms related to the S8M and flowcharts of S8M key operations.
!WARNING Failure to read and understand the information provided in this manual may result in per-
sonal injury or death, damage to the Product, or Product failure. Please read each section
in its entirety and be sure you understand the information provided in the section and
related sections before attempting any of the procedures or operations given.