Siemens AFCI Troubleshoot Manual

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AFCI Troubleshooting
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For both 1- and 2-pole breakers, LED
indications will appear for 5 seconds each time
the AFCI is turned "ON" and will display each
time the beaker is reset for up to 30 days after
the last trip. The last known trip condition can
cleared by the following process:
1. Turn the AFCI to the "OFF" position.
2. Press and hold Push-to-Test (PTT) button(s).
3. Turn the AFCI to the "ON" position.
4. Release PTT button(s) within 3 seconds.
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LED
Test button
LED 1
LED 2
Test
buttons

Siemens AFCI Specifications

General

Interrupting Rating	10kA
Type	AFCI (Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter)
Amperage Rating	15A, 20A
Poles	1
Standards	UL 1699
Mounting	Plug-in

Summary

AFCI Troubleshooting Overview

AFCI Trip Condition Clearing Process

Step-by-step guide to clear the last known trip condition on AFCI breakers by cycling power and holding the test button.

1-Pole CAFCI Circuit Breaker Troubleshooting

Overcurrent Troubleshooting (1-Pole)

Troubleshoot overcurrent faults on 1-pole AFCI breakers by ensuring circuit current does not exceed breaker rating.

Arc Fault Troubleshooting (1-Pole)

Diagnose arc faults on 1-pole AFCI breakers by checking wiring for series/parallel faults and using the guide.

2-Pole CAFCI Circuit Breaker Troubleshooting

Overcurrent Troubleshooting (2-Pole)

Troubleshoot overcurrent faults on 2-pole AFCI breakers by ensuring circuit current does not exceed breaker rating.

Arc Fault Troubleshooting Leg A (2-Pole)

Diagnose arc faults on Leg A of 2-pole AFCI breakers by checking wiring and using the troubleshooting guide.

Arc Fault Troubleshooting Leg B (2-Pole)

Diagnose arc faults on Leg B of 2-pole AFCI breakers by checking wiring and using the troubleshooting guide.

AFCI Installation and Usage Tips

Wire Routing and Protection

Tips for strategic wire routing and protecting electrical wires from damage and interference.

Electrical Connection Best Practices

Recommendations for secure connections, avoiding overloads, and proper grounding for electronics.

AFCI Functionality Verification

The PTT button is recommended by NEMA and UL for verifying AFCI functionality monthly.