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SAFETY WARNING

TED SPYDER is a low voltage device. However, as the Spyder isinstalled in the service panel, only quali ed electrical professionals

or persons trained in the electrical hazards associated with electricalinstallations should proceed with installation.

Tools needed: screwdriver, ashlight, double-sided tape for attachingto panel (if allowed by Code in your area)

Installation ProcedureSafety warning: Turn the main breaker OFF

1. Remove power from the MTU by disconnecting grey powercable.

2. Connect either end of the data cable from the data port on theMTU, to the port marked SPY IN on the Spyder.

3. Choose the circuit to be monitored.4 . Note the amperage of the circuit breaker and verify Spyder CT

has a rating equal-to-or-greater than the circuit being measured.5. Turn off the breaker for the circuit to be measured.6. Loosen screw and remove wire from circuit breaker.7. Slide CT onto wire. Orientation of CT does not matter.8. Reinsert wire into breaker and tighten screw.9. (IMPORTANT) Determine the type load to be measured.

a. In the case of 2-phase or 3-phase loads that are not balanced,you will need to install a CT over each power wire. For example:a subpanel. You would need to install one CT over each phasewire.

b. In the case of a balanced load, (for example: a motor orheater), you can simply install one CT over any of the powerwires and apply a multiplier of 2 or 3 (select 3 if 3-phase)in the Footprints Spyder setup.

c. On a 2-3 pole breaker, do not place multiple conductorsthrough 1 CT.

10. Repeat for all circuits to be measured.11. Connect each CT to a Spyder Input. Note the Input labels on

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