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Table of contents
1 Safety 7
1.1 Levels of Safety Risks ......................................................................................................................................... 7
2 Product Description 11
2.1 Description ......................................................................................................................................................... 11
3 Reference Information 17
3.1 Oil Types ............................................................................................................................................................. 17
4 Delivery 23
4.1 Delivery Inspection ............................................................................................................................................ 23
5 Installation 27
5.1 Installation in Short Steps................................................................................................................................. 27
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6 Commissioning 83
6.1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 83
7 Maintenance 87
7.1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 87
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8 Overhaul 127
8.1 Preparations ..................................................................................................................................................... 127
8.1.1 Preparations for Overhaul.................................................................................................................. 127
8.1.2 Required Equipment .......................................................................................................................... 128
8.1.3 Evacuation of SF6 Gas ...................................................................................................................... 130
8.1.4 Cleaning and Waste Treatment ......................................................................................................... 131
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1 Safety
1 Safety
Description
Throughout the manual, various types of safety risks are indicated. These are divided into five different
levels, depending on the degree of danger. The most serious level on this scale provides a warning about
serious personal injury or possible death, or major damage to a product, if the instructions are not observed.
The least serious is simply a comment on important facts and conditions. The levels are indicated using
symbols.
DANGER!
The yellow, filled warning triangle warns that an accident will occur if the instructions are not
complied with and that it will result in serious personal injury or death and/or major damage to the
product.
It is used, for example, to warn such of dangers as: contact with high-voltage, explosion or fire
risk, risk for toxic gases, risk of crushing, impacts, falls from high places, etc.
WARNING!
The red, unfilled warning triangle warns that an accident can occur if the instructions are not
complied with, resulting in serious injury or death and/or major damage to the product.
It is used, for example, to warn such of dangers as: contact with high-voltage, explosion or fire
risk, risk for toxic gases, risk of crushing, impacts, falls from high places, etc.
ELECTRIC SHOCK!
The symbol for electric shocks warns about electrical dangers that could cause serious personal
injury or death.
IMPORTANT!
The round warning symbol warns that an accident could occur if the instructions are not observed,
and that this could result in personal injury and/or damage to the product.
It is also used to warn of risks that entail burns, eye injuries, skin damage, impaired hearing,
crushing or slipping injuries, tripping, impacts, falls from high places, etc.
In addition, it is used to warn about functional requirements when assembling or removing
equipment where there is a risk of damage to the product or that it might cause downtime.
NOTE!
The comment symbols identify important facts and conditions.
Also used for any danger that could lead to damage to the plant only.
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General
For all work on high-voltage circuit breakers and other high-voltage devices, the risks below must be
observed and corresponding measures taken.
Comply with local regulations and requirements.
Risk Action/information
Working close to high-voltage Disconnect and earth around the workplace. If work must be
carried out next to live plant components, the safety distance
must satisfy the applicable safety regulations.
Working with low voltage Switch off the control voltage and where necessary the heater
voltage as well.
Both AC and DC can be connected to the operating
mechanism and control cabinet.
Working with circuit breakers or in operating For overhaul or maintenance work that requires work on the
mechanisms circuit breaker or operating mechanism, it is important that both
the close and trip springs are discharged.
Working on ladders and platforms Work must be executed in accordance with applicable safety
regulations. Avoid climbing ladders and platforms in poor
weather conditions.
Working next to pressurized insulators Work close to the circuit breaker's insulators, entailing risk for
damage to an insulator, must not be carried out until the gas
pressure has been lowered to max. 0.125 MPa (abs.) pressure.
Porcelain insulators: At normal gas pressure, damage to the
porcelain could cause it to shatter.
Handling gas Comply with local regulations while handling gas.
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WARNING!
For maintenance work that requires work on the circuit breaker or operating mechanism, it is
important that both the close and trip springs are discharged.
IMPORTANT!
The contactor must NOT be manually operated as this would cause the limit switch to malfunction.
Consequently causing mechanical damage to the operating mechanism.
1. Switch off the motor current by switching off the motor protection (1) (Stop/Off).
4. Check that the springs are discharged. The indicator (3) shows discharged spring.
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6.
NOTE!
Following completion of work the motor protection (1) (Start/On) must be reset.
End of instruction
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2 Product Description
2 Product Description
2.1 Description
Standards
The circuit breaker complies in applicable parts with the requirements of the IEC or ANSI/IEEE standards.
Assembly
The circuit breaker poles are fitted to separate column support structures. The support structures are hot-dip
galvanized and consists of two welded halves that are interconnected using bolted cross-bracings.
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1) As an option, the T-unit can be delivered with preinsertion resistors (not illustrated in the figure).
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1 Drive Unit
2 Mechanism
3 Control Panel
4 Spring assembly
5 Heating Element
6 Latch Device
7 Auxiliary Contact
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Gas Pressure
The circuit breaker poles are delivered vacuum processed and filled with gas at transport pressure.
When commissioning, the gas must be filled to the pressure specified on the rating plate. Different gas
pressures may occur depending on the different requirements with respect to the lowest ambient temperature.
Density Monitor
The circuit breaker is equipped with a density monitor for checking the density of the gas. All density
monitors are equipped with a set of contacts that must be connected to give an alarm in the event of abnormal
gas pressure.
The density monitor is a calibrated monitoring instrument. It must be treated with care and protected from
careless handling and all types of mechanical damage. Open the density monitor packaging just before it will
be installed.
SF6
Sulfur hexafluoride SF6 is a synthetic gas, which is colorless, odorless and non-combustible.
The gas is chemically very stable and at room temperature, it does not react with any other substance.
The stability of the gas is the basis for it being used in electrical devices as it provides very high electrical
insulation and can effectively extinguish arcs. These SF6 properties enable the construction of devices and
equipment with small footprints, using less material, that are safe and have long service lives. In an electrical
context, the SF6 gas is only used in closed and sealed systems, e.g. as insulation gas in substations and
insulation and extinguishing medium in circuit breakers for high and medium voltage.
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Self-Blast Principle
The interrupter unit functions in accordance with the self-blast (auto-puffer) principle, with a puffer cylinder
that is divided into two chambers; a self-blast section and a compression section.
When normal operating currents are interrupted, the gas in the compression section is compressed to an
overpressure. When the arcing contacts separate, the gas in the compression section flows out and
extinguishes the arc at a current zero passage.
When short-circuit currents are interrupted, the required extinguishing pressure is built up in the self-blast
section by heat from the arc. The pressure increase is achieved with energy from the arc and no extra energy
is required from the operating mechanism.
On close operation, the puffer cylinder slides outwards, the contacts engage and the puffer cylinder is refilled
with gas.
1 Puffer cylinder
2 Self-blast chamber
3 Compression section
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3 Reference Information
3 Reference Information
General
This section deals with the applications, type names, and suppliers of oil.
IMPORTANT!
All lubricant and oil spills must be covered using absorbent material and be handled as chemical
waste in accordance with locally applicable regulations.
IMPORTANT!
When handling oil and lubricants, long-sleeved overalls, protective gloves and protective goggles
must be worn at all times.
Oil A
Thin all-synthetic lubricant for precision mechanical components in the operating mechanism and circuit
breakers. Also used when lubricating bearings that cannot be lubricated with grease “G” without removing,
e.g. links and link gears.
Property Value
Oil S
Silicone oil designed for dampers in operating mechanisms, such as BLG, BLK and MSD models.
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General
This section deals with the applications, type names, and suppliers of grease.
IMPORTANT!
All lubricant and oil spills must be covered using absorbent material and be handled as chemical
waste in accordance with locally applicable regulations.
IMPORTANT!
When handling oil and lubricants, long-sleeved overalls, protective gloves and protective goggles
must be worn at all times.
Grease G
Low temperature grease for all types of bearings, gear drives and worm gears as well as valves in air-blast
circuit breakers. Also used for greasing O-rings and as crevice corrosion protection for circuit breakers, and
for movable contacts (opening contacts) in disconnectors.
Grease K
Molycote lubricant for lubricating pins in link gears and in earthquake dampers.
Grease L
Low temperature grease specially designed for lubricating precision-engineered equipment parts, such as
latching mechanisms in operating mechanisms that are to work in very cold conditions.
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Grease M
Low temperature grease for long-term and permanent lubrication of worm gears, gear drives and other
machine elements. Counteracts wear and corrosion.
Also reduces electrical resistance at the lubrication point, therefore making it suitable for electrical
connections and for lubrication of contacts in disconnectors and earthing switches. The grease should be
rubbed on in a very thin layer on the sliding surfaces of the contacts.
Grease N
For lubrication of movable contacts and puffer cylinders in SF6 circuit breakers. The grease should be rubbed
on in a very thin layer on the sliding surfaces of the contacts.
Grease P
Vaseline for treatment of contact surfaces in fixed joints internally in the interrupter unit.
Grease "S"
Fluorosilicone grease for lubrication of EPDM O-rings and as crevice corrosion protection for ED type circuit
breakers, as well as greasing of rotating shaft seals in circuit breaker types LTB and HPL.
Grease SV
For lubrication of movable contacts (opening contacts) in disconnectors, silver-plated contacts and brushed
aluminum surfaces in fixed joints outdoors.
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General
This section deals with the applications, names and suppliers of locking fluid.
The surfaces must be free from oil, grease, wax, paint and anti-rust agent.
Locking Fluid B
Locking Fluid C
Locking Fluid D
A thin fluid that penetrates quickly. Used for locking brackets following assembly or adjustment. The fluid
can also impregnate porous welded joints, castings and sintered material. The interlocking has a high
resistance against pressure, solvents and chemicals.
Fluid can only be used on clean and dry surfaces. Oily material must be washed with ethanol.
Spray the fluid on the surface in question or apply with a brush.
Locking Fluid F
Extra strong locking fluid for cylindrical attachment. Recommended for joints with sliding or forced fit. Must
be heated in order to be removed (temperature resistance 175º C).
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General
NOTE!
The listed tightening torques are general values for installation, maintenance and overhaul. Use the
tightening torques that are specified in the respective instructions.
NOTE!
Torque and lubrication of threads unless otherwise stated. Thread size M8 or larger must be
lubricated with "G" grease. Joints where locking fluid is used are excepted. In such instances, the
thread must be dry and free of oil and grease.
M6 10
M8 22,5
M10 45
M12 79
M16 190
M20 420
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Times
Events Times
NOTE!
Close-Open time stated refers to the time the arcing contacts are closed during a closing operation
when the trip impulse is connected at the same time via the auxiliary contact.
To identify the product variant, refer to the closing time on the rating plate.
Events Values
Resistance
Stroke
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4 Delivery
General
The material is packed in boxes and on pallets. The boxes are marked with package numbers and gross
weights. Other information is printed on a plate/label attached to two sides of the boxes.
When unpacking the boxed delivery, just lift off the cover from the package and lift the contents out.
All packaging material is recyclable.
Damaged Goods
Check on arrival that the delivery matches the order and delivery documents and that no transportation
damage has occurred. If damage is found or suspected, the boxes must be opened and the damage
photographed and documented.
In the event of missing material or if transportation damage has occurred, this must be reported immediately
to ABB.
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Storage Requirements
All components that are to be stored in an approved storage environment (conditions equivalent to indoors)
must comply with the following storage requirements.
a roof
solid ground
air humidity below 50%
a temperature of 20°C (±10°C).
Dust, smoke, abrasive or flammable gas, steam or salt must not be present in close proximity to the products.
If this is the case, the equipment must be cleaned prior to assembly.
Storage in moist environments without ventilation can cause discoloring of zinc-coated surfaces. This
discoloring is known as “white rust” and primarily consists of zinc oxide and zinc hydroxide. It is the result of
a chemical reaction between the pure zinc on the surface and moisture.
The long-term rust protection will not be affected by the "white rust", and the steel-zinc layer under the
surface will remain unaffected. In accordance with current practice "white rust" is not a reason for returning
the goods.
NOTE!
Operating mechanisms must not be stored in damp environments as phosphatized surfaces can be
attacked by corrosion.
Packaging boxes of different sizes must never be stacked on top of each other (the pressure could damage the
lids of the lower boxes). If different sized boxes need stacking, a frame must be used between the boxes to
distribute the pressure.
WARNING!
Never stack more than three boxes on top of each other. Due to instability and the risk of collapse
the boxes need to be secured.
The circuit breaker poles must be stored in their original packaging, where they are protected from damage.
The packaging must not stand in water and must primarily be kept in a horizontal position indoors and above
ground level, so as to avoid cracking or water damage.
The circuit breakers may also be stored outdoors, but in that case in an area protected from rain on a dry,
well-drained surface. If a tarpaulin is used, it must not be wrapped too tightly; air circulation to the
zinc-plated surfaces must not be hindered. Any moisture must be easy to drain off.
Support Structure
Operating mechanisms and control cabinets must be stored in their original packaging to protect them against
damage. For periods of storage greater than 3 months, the storage area must be protected from rain and
consist of a dry, well-drained surface, with the heating element electrically connected to prevent corrosion on
the sensitive equipment.
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Spare Parts
Spares must be stocked indoors in their original packing. This is particularly important for rubber
components, (such as seals) which also need protecting from sunlight to avoid drying up. Gaskets have a
limited service life, you should therefore avoid stocking them.
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5 Installation
General
This section provides a summary of the installation procedure, encompassing the steps required for installing
the complete circuit breaker with the support structure and operating mechanism.
WARNING!
Before assembling, check that the serial numbers on the circuit breaker pole and operating
mechanism match.
NOTE!
Read the section on safety before commencing installation work. See Safety, page 7.
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Overview
1 Operating mechanism A1
2 Operating mechanism B1
3 Operating mechanism C1
4 Post insulator A1
5 Post insulator B1
6 Post insulator C1
7 Interrupter unit A1
8 Interrupter unit B1
9 Interrupter unit C1
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2. Check that all the required tools are on hand. Required Equipment, page 30.
3. Check that the foundations meet all requirements Foundations, page 31.
for the installation.
6. Mount the support structure on the foundation. Assembly of Support Structure on the Foundation,
page 37.
7. Lifting the Post Insulator Unit. Lifting the Post Insulator Unit, page 39.
8. Fit the post insulator units on the support Assembling the Post Insulator Unit on the Support
structures. Structure, page 41.
9. Fit the corona ring on the post insulator (option). Installation of Corona Rings on the Post Insulator
(Option), page 49.
10. Lifting the Operating Mechanism. Lifting the Operating Mechanism, page 43.
11. Fit the operating mechanism. Installation of Operating Mechanism, page 45.
12. Final installation of the post insulator units Final Assembly of the Post Insulator Unit, page 47.
14. Fit the T-units. Installation of T-Unit on the Post Insulator, page 52.
15. Fit the rod system. Fitting of Rod System, page 57.
17. Fit the gas monitoring system. Assembly of Gas Monitoring System, page 63.
19. Pressurize the circuit breaker poles. Pressurizing of Circuit Breaker Poles, page 67.
20. Check the bolt joints. Inspection of Bolt Joints, page 79.
21. Fit indicator signs and covers. Assembling the Indicator Sign and Cover, page 80.
End of instruction
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General
This section specifies the equipment needed for installing the circuit breaker.
Required Tools
Lubricant
Other Documentation
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5.3 Foundations
General
The foundation for the circuit breaker must be flat and horizontal. The figure shows the permitted tolerances
in millimeters for the position of the foundation bolts and for the phase spacing.
Any deviations should be adjusted using spacers; see section Assembly of Support Structure on the
Foundation, page 37. The nominal dimensions, as well as the dimensions for the foundation bolts and nuts
are specified in the outline drawing that is applicable to the order.
Tolerances
1 Support structure
2 Foundation for support structure
3 Foundation bolt, L>130 mm
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The support structure is delivered as welded halves together with cross-bracings, and bolts, nuts and washers.
Required Equipment
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Assembly Instructions
NOTE!
Ensure you follow the order of assembly.
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General
These installation instructions describe the installation of the earthquake damper for circuit breakers.
The earthquake damper is intended to protect circuit breakers and operating mechanism, and are used
particularly in the areas where there is a significant risk of earthquakes.
NOTE!
The earthquake damper does not require any maintenance during its service life.
Required Equipment
Assembly
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6. Apply grease "K" to the surface between the guide cone (4) and the guide (5).
NOTE!
Check that the guide (5) is correctly
positioned in relation to the lower
section of the damper element (6).
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9. Tighten the bolts (7) crosswise by hand to ensure that the damper element is flat against the adapter
plate.
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General
This section describes how the support structure is fitted to the foundation.
If an earthquake damper is to be fitted, see Installation of an Earthquake Damper on the Foundation
(Option), page 34.
Assembly
NOTE!
Foundation bolt, nuts and spacers are not included in the delivery.
Required Equipment
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Assembly
DANGER!
Use a lifting tackle that is designed for the weight!
1. Fit the lower nuts (2) and washers (3) to the foundation bolt (1) and position the support structure (6)
as illustrated.
2. Check that the support structure is vertical and level it by adjusting the lower nuts (2).
3. Fill the spaces between the lower nuts (2) and the foundation using spacers (4).
NOTE!
The space should be as small as possible.
NOTE!
The top of the support structure must
be level within 1 mm, otherwise it must
be adjusted.
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Safety
WARNING!
It is extremely important to check the weight of the post insulator unit so that the correct lifting
tackle is used. The approximate weight is specified on the transport packaging.
IMPORTANT!
Please note the positioning of the lifting sling! With respect to polymeric insulators, the lifting
sling should be placed as close as possible to the flange and not on the rubber surface.
NOTE!
The post insulator units must be kept in the transport boxes until immediately before installation.
NOTE!
The transport pressure of the post insulator must be checked before installation begins.
Required Equipment
Lifting slings
Lifting device
Lifting Illustration
1 Bolt joint
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Lifting Instructions
DANGER!
The support isolator unit must be lifted with lifting equipment that is designed for the weight!
1. Place a lifting sling around the flange. See Lifting Illustration, page 39.
IMPORTANT!
Please note the positioning of the lifting
sling!
2. Lift the post insulator unit from its horizontal position in the transport packaging.
3. Check that the post insulator is pressurized to the Should the pressure be incorrect, this must be
transport pressure. rectified before the post insulator is fitted.
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Post insulator
The figure below shows the post insulator unit installed on the support structure.
NOTE!
Save all transport protection and covers for future overhaul work.
Required Equipment
Lifting device -
Lifting tackle -
Torque wrench 300-550 Nm
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Assembly Instructions
1. Lift the post insulator units one at a time onto the Lifting of the post insulator unit is described in
support structure and secure using bolts, washers Lifting the Post Insulator Unit, page 39.
and nuts (1). Tighten finger-tight.
NOTE!
The post insulator is fitted while rotated
to the position enabling the operating
mechanism to be fitted in the intended
position against the mechanism
housing and support structure.
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Required Equipment
Lifting tackle
Lifting device
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Lifting Instructions
DANGER!
Use a lifting tackle that is designed for the weight!
NOTE!
The lifting slings must not be placed around the cabinet when lifting.
1. Check that the retaining bolts for the lifting rails are securely tightened.
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General
The operating mechanism is adjusted on delivery, i.e. the close spring is correctly set to the corresponding
circuit breaker pole.
WARNING!
Before assembling, check that the serial numbers on the circuit breaker pole and operating
mechanism match.
Operating Mechanism
1 Bolts M12x50 (10 pcs), nuts M12 (10 pcs), washers 13x29x2.5 (20 pcs)
2 Spring washer 13x29x3 (4 pcs)
Safety
WARNING!
The operating mechanism must not be closed, operated nor have charged close springs until all
tasks related to installation and adjustment of the circuit breaker have been completed.
Required Equipment
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Assembly Instructions
2. Install the discharge tool on the trip mechanism. See Relieving the Trip Mechanism's Pull-Rod.,
page 132.
4. Position the operating mechanism and secure See illustration in Operating Mechanism, page 45.
using bolts, washers and nuts (1, 2). Tighten
finger-tight.
5. Finally tighten the bolted joints using a torque See illustration in Operating Mechanism, page 45.
wrench.
Torque
Tightening torque item 1 = 79 Nm
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General
This section describes the final assembly of the post insulator unit and should be carried out when the
operating mechanism is fitted.
Required Equipment
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Instructions
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Corona ring
1 Corona ring
2 Bracket
3 Bolt M10x30 (4 pcs), Washer 10.5x25x4 (8 pcs), Nut M10 (4 pcs)
4 Bolt M10x25 (4 pcs), Washer 10.5x25x4 (4 pcs)
Required Equipment
Assembly
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General
Safety
DANGER!
It is extremely important to check the weight of the T-unit so that the correct lifting tackle is used.
The approximate weight is specified on the transport packaging.
IMPORTANT!
Please note the positioning of the lifting sling! With respect to polymeric insulators, the lifting
sling must be placed as close as possible to the flange and not on the rubber surface.
NOTE!
The T-units must be kept in the transport boxes until immediately before installation.
Required Equipment
Lifting slings
Lifting device
Lifting Illustration
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Lifting Instructions
DANGER!
Lifting tackle dimensioned for the weight must be used to lift the T-unit.
1. Place a lifting sling around the mechanism See Lifting Illustration, page 50.
housing as shown in the previous figure.
IMPORTANT!
Please note the positioning of the lifting
sling!
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General
NOTE!
Save all transport protection and covers for future overhaul work.
T-Unit
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Required Equipment
DANGER!
Lifting tackle dimensioned for the weight must be used to lift the T-unit.
NOTE!
Check that the T-unit is completely
horizontal.
NOTE!
The lock washer (8) under the cover (3)
must remain in place so that it holds
the T-unit's contact system in the
sealed position.
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NOTE!
Also apply grease generously to the
surface outside of the sealing groove,
but make that sure no grease comes
inside of the groove. Place the sealing
ring (1) in its groove.
NOTE!
Check that the sealing ring (1) is
correctly positioned.
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NOTE!
Check that the lock ring (5) is correctly
positioned in its groove.
NOTE!
Save the lock washer for future
overhaul work.
9. Check that the sealing rings and sealing surfaces are clean and lubricate the sealing rings and sealing
surfaces using grease “G”.
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Torque
45 Nm.
11. Torque tighten the bolts (3) securing the T-unit (1)
to the post insulator (2).
Torque
79 Nm
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General
Each circuit breaker pole is adjusted on delivery as per basic settings. The circuit breaker poles must be
adjusted to the correct open position when the pull-rods are fitted between the operating mechanism and the
circuit breaker poles.
The pull-rods are fitted in several steps:
• Preparatory measures as per this section.
• The pull-rod between the operating mechanism and circuit breaker pole is fitted as specified in section
Fitting the Pull-Rod Between the Operating Mechanism and the Circuit Breaker Pole, page 60.
Required Equipment
Preparatory Measures
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General
Discharge Tool
1 Protective Cover
2 Bolt M10x50 (4 pcs)
3 Discharge tool
4 Set screw
5 Bolt M16x30 (1 pc), washers 17x30x3 (2 pcs)
Required Equipment
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1. Discharge the spring force using the set screw (4) before removing the bottom cover (1) and the tool
(3).
4. Fit the bolt (5) and washer in the protective cover (1).
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5.15.3 Fitting the Pull-Rod Between the Operating Mechanism and the Circuit Breaker
Pole
General
Each pole has a basic setting on delivery and its open position is preset. Adjustments are made as shown in
this section.
Pull-Rod
1 Mechanism housing
2 Pull-rod from operating mechanism
3 Operating lever (operating mechanism)
4 Linkage joint (circuit breaker pole)
5 Turnbuckle screw
6 Spring washers (2 pcs)
7 Control hole in lever
8 Lock nut
9 Control hole, pull-rod
10 Control hole, linkage joint
11 Operating lever (mechanism housing)
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Instructions
NOTE!
Each pole has a basic setting on delivery and its open position is preset.
5. Check the position of the hole (7) using a pin with a diameter of 6 mm.
6. Check that the pull-rod (2) is threaded past the control holes (9 and 10).
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Cable Wiring
1 Flange
2 Cable gland
3 Sealing ring
4 Nut
5 Pipe clamps (4 pcs)
6 Bolt M5x20 (4 pcs), nut M5 (4 pcs), washers 5.3x10x1 (8 pcs)
Safety
NOTE!
When fitting the gas monitoring system, the greatest possible cleanliness must be observed.
Required Equipment
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Assembly
2. Push the cable through the cable glands in the operating mechanism and connect them to the
terminals specified in the applicable diagram for the mechanism.
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General
This section describes the connection of the external cabling to the operating mechanism.
Required Equipment
Connection
1. Earthing terminal
2. Run the cables for the operating and signal conductors through the flange at the bottom of the cabinet.
3. Fit the flange with an appropriate seal for the cable in question.
End of instruction
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Safety
WARNING!
Work must not be performed on pressurized circuit breakers.
NOTE!
Bimetal washers are positioned so that their aluminum sides face the aluminum surfaces. The
copper sides are turned towards the copper- or silver-plated surfaces.
NOTE!
Contact paste must only be used on fixed joints. It must not be used inside the interrupter units.
Remember:
High voltage lines, which consist of aluminum rails or aluminum attachments for lines, can, after treatment
with contact paste, be connected directly to the interrupter unit's adapter plates, which are made of aluminum.
However, if copper bars or copper attachments are used for conductors, grease must be used and a bimetallic
washer fitted to the connection. Bimetallic washers can be supplied from ABB on request.
Connect all support structures to the existing grounded net
Required Equipment
2. Polish the surfaces with a fine abrasive material, e.g. Scotch Brite no. 7447 or using an emery cloth.
3. Apply grease to the aluminum and copper surfaces immediately after polishing.
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General
The circuit breaker poles are delivered vacuum processed and filled with SF6gas with pressure 0.12 - 0.13
MPa abs at 20 °C.
NOTE!
If gas tubes and gas blocks are stored outside of room temperature, they should be flushed with
nitrogen (N2). Allow gas flush to continue for 4-5 minutes, to make sure the gas system is free
from moist.
Safety
WARNING!
When commissioning, the gas must be filled to the pressure specified on the rating plate. The
filling pressure has to be compensated for, depending on the temperature, in accordance with the
table.
WARNING!
Any transport damage to the insulators means there will be a safety risk when filling with gas. To
avoid personal injury when filling, installation personnel must exercise caution, staying in a
protected and safe area away from the circuit-breaker. The gas cylinder is placed at the same
location as the filling device.
Local safety regulations must be applied.
Preparations
WARNING!
Check that the protective motor switch is set to Off and that all the springs are discharged.
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7 Plug-in nipple
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General
This section describes how the circuit breaker is filled with SF6 gas. For instructions on filling mixed gas, see
page Filling of Mixed Gas, page 74.
WARNING!
If the density monitor is turned immediately AFTER tightening, there is a risk of damaging the
capillary tube inside the density monitor, resulting in gas leakage, incorrect indication and/or
alarms not triggering.
All warranty obligations are invalidated by incorrect operation.
Required Equipment
Gas filling equipment 1HSB 445439-A Only used for SF6 gas.
NOTE!
When reading the pressure gauge, the filling pressure must be corrected depending on the
temperature.
bar = MPa x 10
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NOTE!
Do not use any sharp tools!
4. Connect the coupling (6) to the circuit breaker's The circuit breaker's non-return valve (12) may be
non-return valve (12). located on the mechanism housing or on the gas
block.
Gas filling takes place via the gas block, which
then distributes the gas to the pole(s).
5. Connect the gas filled hose (8) to the coupling link (6).
6. Connect the gas filled hose (8) to the gas bottle (3) via the regulator (11).
7. Connect a density monitor (1, 2) or a precision Precision pressure gauges are not included in the
manometer to the cross-connection outlet (4). delivery.
WARNING!
If the density monitor is turned
immediately AFTER tightening, there is
a risk of damaging the capillary tube
inside the density monitor, resulting in
gas leakage, incorrect indication and/or
alarms not triggering.
All warranty obligations are invalidated
by incorrect operation.
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12. Gradually fill the circuit breaker with gas via the
NOTE!
regulator, in steps of 0.5 bar up to full pressure (to
avoid ice build-up). When reading a manometer that is not
temperature compensated, the filling
WARNING! pressure must be corrected depending
on the ambient temperature, in
For personal safety, the circuit breaker
accordance with the table Filling
must be filled with gas from a protected
Pressure (SF6 Gas), page 70.
location. Local safety regulations must
be applied.
13. Wait until the gas temperature has reached the circuit breaker's temperature level and then read the
pressure on the density monitor/precision manometer.
17. Remove the hose (8) from the coupling link (6).
18. Remove the coupling (6) from the circuit breaker's non-return valve (12).
19. Unload the regulator's pressure so that an incorrect pressure is not obtained before the next fill.
20. Install the density monitor with new O-rings that have been smeared with grease "G", on to the circuit
breaker's non-return valve.
WARNING!
If the density monitor is turned
immediately AFTER tightening, there is
a risk of damaging the capillary tube
inside the density monitor, resulting in
gas leakage, incorrect indication and/or
alarms not triggering.
All warranty obligations are invalidated
by incorrect operation.
Torque
10 Nm
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22. Perform a gas system tightness check. See section Gas System Tightness Check, page 82.
NOTE!
A new or overhauled circuit breaker
should have its gas system tightness
checked by reading the density monitor
after 1 month and then as specified in
the maintenance schedule.
End of instruction
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General
The breaker shall be filled with blended gas (SF6 - and N2 - or CF4 gas) at lower temperatures to avoid
condensation of SF6 gas. See the rating plate if this should be done or not.
Follow the information on the rating plate for the gas mixture proportions. Example: For a circuit breakers
with filling pressure of 0.70 MPa abs (+20ºC), fill first with 0.52 x 0.7 = 0,36 MPa abs (+20ºC) SF6 gas and
then N2 - or CF4 gas to 0.70 MPa abs (+20ºC).
WARNING!
If the density monitor is turned immediately AFTER tightening, there is a risk of damaging the
capillary tube inside the density monitor, resulting in gas leakage, incorrect indication and/or
alarms not triggering.
All warranty obligations are invalidated by incorrect operation.
Remember:
NOTE!
When filling with mixed gas, the SF6 gas must always be filled first.
NOTE!
When reading the precision measuring instrument, the filling pressure must be corrected
depending on the temperature in accordance with the table.
bar = MPa x 10
MPa (atö) = MPa (abs) -0.1
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Required Equipment
Gas Filling
NOTE!
Do not use any sharp tools!
4. Connect the coupling (6) to the circuit breaker's The circuit breaker's non-return valve (12) may be
non-return valve (12). located on the mechanism housing or on the gas
block.
Gas filling takes place via the gas block, which
then distributes the gas to the pole(s).
5. Connect the gas filled hose (8) to the coupling link (6).
6. Connect the gas filled hose (8) to the gas bottle (3) via the regulator (11).
7. Connect a density monitor (1, 2) or a precision Precision pressure gauges are not included in the
manometer to the cross-connection outlet (4). delivery.
WARNING!
If the density monitor is turned
immediately AFTER tightening, there is
a risk of damaging the capillary tube
inside the density monitor, resulting in
gas leakage, incorrect indication and/or
alarms not triggering.
All warranty obligations are invalidated
by incorrect operation.
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12. Gradually fill the circuit breaker with gas via the
NOTE!
regulator, in steps of 0.5 bar up to full pressure (to
avoid ice build-up). When reading a manometer that is not
temperature compensated, the filling
WARNING! pressure must be corrected depending
on the ambient temperature, in
For personal safety, the circuit breaker
accordance with the table Filling
must be filled with gas from a protected
Pressure (SF6 Gas), page 70.
location. Local safety regulations must
be applied.
13. Wait until the gas temperature has reached the circuit breaker's temperature level and then read the
pressure on the density monitor/precision manometer.
17. When all circuit breakers are filled with SF6 gas,
NOTE!
discharge the regulator (11) by pressing in the
Fill all the circuit breakers with SF6 gas
non-return valve and detaching the regulator (11)
from the gas cylinder (3). first.
19. Connect the gas filled hose (8) to the gas bottle (3) via the regulator (11).
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20. Connect a density monitor (1, 2) or a precision Precision pressure gauges are not included in the
manometer to the cross-connection outlet (4). delivery.
WARNING!
If the density monitor is turned
immediately AFTER tightening, there is
a risk of damaging the capillary tube
inside the density monitor, resulting in
gas leakage, incorrect indication and/or
alarms not triggering.
All warranty obligations are invalidated
by incorrect operation.
23. Gradually fill the circuit breaker with gas via the
NOTE!
regulator, in steps of 0.5 bar up to full pressure (to
avoid ice build-up). When reading a manometer that is not
temperature compensated, the filling
WARNING! pressure must be corrected depending
on the ambient temperature, in
For personal safety, the circuit breaker
accordance with the table Filling
must be filled with gas from a protected
Pressure (SF6 Gas), page 70.
location. Local safety regulations must
be applied.
24. Wait until the gas temperature has reached the circuit breaker's temperature level and then read the
pressure on the density monitor/precision manometer.
28. Remove the hose (8) from the coupling link (6).
29. Remove the coupling (6) from the circuit breaker's non-return valve (12).
30. Unload the regulator's pressure so that an incorrect pressure is not obtained before the next fill.
31. Install the density monitor with new O-rings that have been smeared with grease "G", on to the circuit
breaker's non-return valve.
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WARNING!
If the density monitor is turned
immediately AFTER tightening, there is
a risk of damaging the capillary tube
inside the density monitor, resulting in
gas leakage, incorrect indication and/or
alarms not triggering.
All warranty obligations are invalidated
by incorrect operation.
Torque
10 Nm
33. Perform a gas system tightness check. See section Gas System Tightness Check, page 82.
NOTE!
A new or overhauled circuit breaker
should have its gas system tightness
checked by reading the density monitor
after 1 month and then as specified in
the maintenance schedule.
34. Install the gas monitoring system when all poles See Assembly of Gas Monitoring System, page 63 .
are filled with gas.
NOTE!
The circuit breaker must not be
operated until the gas monitoring
system has been installed!
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General
WARNING!
Check that the operating mechanism's close spring is fully discharged before commencing work. If
the close spring is not discharged, discharge as specified in section Discharge the Springs
Electrically, page 9 .
Inspection
Before the circuit breaker is put into service, the following must be inspected.
• Use a pin, Ø 6 mm, to check that the outer lever’s control hole is aligned with the predrilled hole in the
mechanism housing.
• Ensure that all bolted joints are tightened to the right torque.
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Instructions
WARNING!
Check that the operating mechanism's close spring is fully discharged before commencing work. If
the close spring is not discharged, discharge as specified in section Discharge the Springs
Electrically, page 9 .
Required Equipment
Torque
79 Nm (M12).
1. Cover
2. Indicator sign
Torque
22.5 Nm.
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General
This section describes how you perform a tightness check with leak spray around the density monitor and the
gas tube's connections.
Connections
1 Density Monitor
2 Connections
Required Equipment
Equipment Description
Leak spray -
Instructions
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6 Commissioning
6.1 Introduction
General
Before the circuit breaker is put into service, all the inspections in accordance with Pre-Commissioning
Checklist, page 84 for installation and commissioning must have been carried out and the operating values
for the installation completed, see Operating Values and Signature, page 85.
Reset all connection circuits as per the applicable circuit diagram and verify the tightening torque for the
affected coupling terminals.
Put the help tools back in their holders.
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WARNING!
Check that the operating mechanism's close spring is fully discharged before commencing work. If
the close spring is not discharged, discharge as specified in section Discharge the Springs
Electrically, page 9 .
Identification
Date:
Installation:
1. Check that the circuit breaker and the operating mechanism have been assembled as per the
installation instructions.
2. Ensure that all bolted joints are tightened to the correct torque.
End of instruction
1. Make a visual inspection to check if the damper has leaked oil into the operating mechanism.
2. Verify the torque of the bolts in the connection blocks that have been affected by the assembly.
4. Check that the thermostat, if any, is set to 10° C. Other settings may occur in accordance with
customer specifications.
End of instruction
1. Check the gas filling and test run as per See Gas Filling with SF6 Gas, page 70 or Filling
instructions of Mixed Gas, page 74.
End of instruction
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Check the operating values for the circuit breaker against data applicable to the circuit breaker in Operating
Values, page 22 and note the measured values in the table below.
IMPORTANT!
The circuit breaker must not be operated Open-Close without an intermediate delay of 300 ms.
Signing
After the inspections have been completed, this document must be signed. If all the inspections in this section
have been carried out, the circuit breaker can be put into service.
Inspection conducted by: ___________________________________________________
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7 Maintenance
7.1 Introduction
General
These maintenance instructions give recommendations for care and guidelines for maintenance of
high-voltage circuit breakers.
WARNING!
For maintenance work that requires work on the circuit breaker or operating mechanism, it is
important that both the close and trip springs are discharged. See Discharge the Springs, page 9.
Instructions
The periodic maintenance should be carried out at specified time intervals or number of operations.
Equipment should be overhauled in line with specified criteria such as a certain number of operations.
Overhauls should be made by authorized service personnel.
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General
This section specifies the equipment needed for routine maintenance of the circuit breaker.
Tool
Cleaning Equipment
Vacuum cleaner -
Lint-free drying cloths -
Lubricant
Grease "G" 1171 4014-407 See sections Types of Grease, page 18 and Oil
Types, page 17 for ABB part numbers,
Grease "M" 1171 4014-406
suppliers and trade names.
Oil "A" 1171 4016-606
1171 4016-612
1171 2039-1
1171 7011-106
Anti-rust agent, Valvoline Tectyl 506 1241 0011-108
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Maintenance Categories
The following inspection schedule includes important checking points, acceptable tolerances, functional
values for certain adjustments and recommended inspection intervals, along with competence requirements.
In corrosive or polluted air environments and in climates with high humidity, it may be necessary to halve the
inspection interval. The specified inspection intervals should be regarded as recommended guidelines that can
either be extended or shortened depending on local conditions.
Category A
Category B
Category C
Category D
Explanations
1)The load currents from normal Close and Trip operations should not be included in the calculation. These
are only included in the calculations when counting the total number of mechanical Close and Open
operations.
2)Special requirements for resistance checks for circuit breakers; >100 close and tripping operations executed
per year.
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The following specifies the condition in which the circuit breaker should be for the various maintenance
activities.
Competence Requirements
The following describes the necessary requirements for personnel carrying out maintenance work.
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7.4.1 Category A
Circuit breaker and External cleanliness Exterior Cleaning, page 99, Inspection
operating mechanism of Heating Element, page 105.
Heating element function
Gas pressure
Valves and draining holes
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7.4.2 Category B
Maintenance category B takes place at an interval of 15 years or 5,000 mechanical closing/trip operations.
Rod system Tightening torque Check of tightening torque for nuts in the rod
system
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NOTE!
The test must take place in normal
air conditions, +20 °C and
101.3 kPa (1,013 mbar).
WARNING!
May only be carried out when the
circuit breaker is out of service.
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7.4.3 Category C
- Line and transformer circuit Σn x I1.9 = 20 000 Evacuate the gas, dismantle the circuit
breaker breaker poles and transport to a clean
workshop.
Capacitor, reactor and filter 2,500 operations
circuit breakers without Dismantle the breaking chamber
point-on-wave control insulator, fit a new contact set and new
PTFE components.
Capacitor, reactor and filter 5,000 Operations
circuit breakers with Equipment:
point-on-wave control
Standard equipment, tight fitting face
All types of maintenance. During diagnostic mask for dust protection, long-sleeved See Overhaul
testing with overalls, protective gloves of plastic or of the T-Unit,
non-conformities. rubber. page 139 .
See Overhaul of the T-Unit, page 139 .
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7.4.4 Category D
Overhaul of complete circuit 30 years or 10,000 Dismantling of circuit breaker pole and
breaker and operating mechanical mechanism. Assembly of new contact set.
mechanism. Close/Open Replacement of other worn components.
operations
If the circuit breaker and the operating
mechanism are being overhauled for a further
2,000 operations, all wear parts must be
replaced.
If the circuit breaker and the operating
mechanism are overhauled for a further 10,000
operations, the entire circuit breaker should be
reconditioned.
Protection against by-products as per standard
equipment above
Instructions:
See chapter Overhaul, page 127.
For operating mechanism, with instructions and
guidance from ABB
Capacitor (if fitted) 30 years or 10,000 Check the values for:
mechanical
C = CN +5%, -0%
Close/Open
operations PD < 5 pC
Tan d < 0.2%
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General
Assuming that the recommended inspection intervals and actions have been observed, the circuit breaker will
have a service life greater than 30 years or 10,000 mechanical operations.
Maintenance Points
In general there are only three reasons for changing the interrupter units:
Reasons
1 If the number of short-circuits x short-circuit current (kA) approaches the curve, see figure No. of
Operations, page 98 .
2 If the number of operations at the line, reactor or capacitor connection, as well as the switching of load
current1) has reached the number under the heading "Interval" in Description of Maintenance Categories,
page 89 .
3 A mechanical fault or incorrect adjustment of the drive system has damaged components in the
interrupter unit.
1)The load currents from normal Close and Open operations are not calculated in the formula. These are only
calculated when counting the total number of mechanical Close and Open operations.
NOTE!
Changing the interrupter unit calls for special instructions and must only be carried out by
qualified and authorized personnel.
Calculations
The graph that shows the restriction to the number of permitted short circuits can be given roughly as:
Formula Explanation
In the formula, all levels of short-circuit current are included. E.g. 10x301.9 +30x201.9 +40x101.9 = 18,480.
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7.5.2 The Service Life of the Arcing Contacts in the Event of Short Circuit Breaking
General
The table shows the number of breaks as a function of the breaking current that the contacts in a circuit
breaker can undergo before burn-off is so great that they must be replaced.
Wear on the interrupter unit depends largely on the actual loading and frequency. These values are only a
rough guideline in order to determine when maintenance needs to be carried out.
No. of Operations
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Exterior Cleaning
The circuit breaker's porcelain insulators should be cleaned of salt and dirt deposits in conjunction with the
cleaning of other insulators in the substation. The time interval for this cleaning depends on local conditions,
i.e. the degree of air pollution.
Wash and dry the insulators using rinsing equipment and drying cloths.
WARNING!
Work on the circuit breaker when there is a risk for mechanical damage to the insulators should be
executed at reduced gas pressure, 0.125 MPa (abs).
NOTE!
All circuit breakers with porcelain insulators are completely waterproof, i.e. the circuit breakers in
use can be cleaned using water without any risk of moisture penetrating and damaging important
parts.
Composite insulators do not normally require cleaning. Solvents or water rinsing with high
pressure could damage the silicone surface on the insulator.
Clean the mechanism housing where necessary through vacuuming. The time interval for this cleaning
depends on local conditions, i.e. the degree of air pollution.
Lubricant
Only use lubricants recommended in section Types of Grease, page 18. This is particularly important at
temperatures below -25°C.
The circuit breaker bearings are lubricated with grease on delivery and do not normally need to be lubricated
other than for larger overhauls.
See Treatment of Sealing Surfaces and Seals, page 142.
Rust Protection
The close and trip springs are anti-rust protected with two-component paint.
Some levers, pull-rods and links are manganese phosphatized and oiled. Treat with anti-rust agent where
necessary. See Cleaning, Lubrication, and Rust Protection of Operating Mechanism, page 102.
See Maintenance of Rust Protection, page 126.
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General
This section describes the actions that must/can be made prior to commencing maintenance work.
WARNING!
Do not operate the operating mechanism without a load! Operation must not be conducted until the
device has been connected and adjusted as appropriate for the associated pressurized circuit
breaker.
Operating Mechanism
1 Drive Unit
2 Operating Mechanism
3 Control Panel
4 Spring assembly
5 Heating element (behind protective cover)
Control Panel
1 Control Panel
2 Control switch, Close/Open
3 Switch, Local/Remote/Disconnected
4 Electric counter
5 Spring indicator
2. Switch off the motor current using the protective motor switch.
4. Switch off the control voltage and where necessary the heater voltage as well.
End of instruction
1. Remove the top of the operating cabinet to facilitate the maintenance work.
End of instruction
Safety
WARNING!
Work on the operating mechanism with the circuit breaker in closed position and charged springs
always represents a risk.
It is therefore important to observe the safety instructions before commencing work. See
Hazardous Working Situations, page 8.
Lubricant
The table below shows the greases and oils that are needed for this maintenance. For suppliers and trade
names of oils and greases, see sections Oil Types, page 17 and Types of Grease, page 18.
Cleaning
Clean the operating mechanism and mechanism housing where necessary through vacuuming. The time
interval for this cleaning depends on local conditions, i.e. the degree of air pollution.
Check that the filters in the valves are clean. Replace them if they are overly dirty.
Lubrication
The operating mechanism's ball, roller and needle bearings are permanently lubricated and require no
maintenance. Lubrication is therefore limited to apply only to the shafts in the latch device and worm gear in
the drive unit, as per the interval given in the maintenance schedule. As part of the overhaul, the slide surfaces
for the interleaved joint and damper should also be lubricated with grease "G" and the chains lubricated with
oil "A".
The bearings in the operating mechanism are lubricated with grease "G" and normally need lubricating
following major overhauls.
The open and close dampers are filled with "S" oil on delivery.
Rust Protection
On delivery, the operating mechanism is treated with desiccant as transport protection against moisture.
Despite good anti-rust treatment, minor corrosion may occur, particularly if the circuit breaker is installed in a
highly corrosive environment.
Rust spots must be polished off and new anti-rust agent applied, see Maintenance of Rust Protection,
page 126
Spare Parts
Spare parts must be stored indoors in an approved storage area1) and in original packaging. This applies
especially to rubber components (seals etc.) that must also be protected against sunlight to prevent drying out.
Gaskets can be stored only for a limited period, so avoid stocking them. Support structures can be stored
outdoors.
1) Approved storage areas: Roof, solid ground, air humidity below 50%, temperature +20o C (±10o C).
General
Interlocking Device
The figure below shows the component parts in the mechanical interlocking device.
1 Limit Switch
2 Interlocking arm
3 Latch disc
4 Cam disc
5 Pull-rod
6 Shaft for operating lever
Required Equipment
Crank
Driver
Mechanical Interlocking
The interlocking device prevents a closing operation from being executed if the circuit breaker is already
closed or if the operating mechanism's close springs are discharged or not fully charged, which may arise if
for example, the close catch is opened manually or if any mechanical fault arises in the latch mechanism.
2. Check that the closing circuit is closed when the arm (2) is on the periphery of the latch disc (3).
End of instruction
Overriding of Interlocking
NOTE!
If the movement of the cam disc is stopped by the interlocking arm, you cannot perform a closing
operation until the cam disc returns to normal position.
2. Firmly press the button for the safety latch with a screwdriver.
• 1: Operating lever
• 2: Roller, closing latch device
End of instruction
General
Cabinets containing equipment that is sensitive to damp are equipped with a heating element to prevent
condensation.
Heating Element
1 Heating Element
Data
Instructions
1. Measure the resistance of the element, and compare with the value in the table above to ensure that
the element is intact.
End of instruction
General
Drive Unit
1 Drive Unit
Required Equipment
Data IEC
Data IEEE
1. Check and clean the worm transmission in the drive unit. Lubricate with grease "M".
End of instruction
Latch Device
Required Equipment
Grease "L" 1171 4016-606 See section Types of Grease, page 18 for details.
Multimeter
Feeler gauge
Data IEC
Data IEEE
Check of Play
3. Check that the voltage to the coils is not lower See the operating mechanism's delivery
than the nominal voltage. document.
End of instruction
General
This section describes how to check the oil level in the damper.
Required Equipment
Oil "S" 1173 7011-106 The oil is specified in section Oil Types, page 17.
Breaker analyser sensor - Used for registration of damping.
Damper
1 Close damper
2 Opening damper
Instructions
Check the dampers' oil level by registering damping during operation as described in the instructions below.
1. Close damper:
Connect a breaker analyser sensor to the
operating mechanism's camshaft and record a
damping curve. Check the damping reach and
damping time as specified in the figure to the right.
If the measured values for “A” and “B” are outside
the specified values, the entire damper must be
replaced.
Incorrect curves:
End of instruction
General
The shaft of the auxiliary contact is in direct connection to the operating mechanism's operating lever and
therefore follows the travel of the circuit breaker contacts.
Auxiliary Contact
1 Limit Switch
2 Auxiliary Contact
y Contact movement
x Time
1 Arcing contact
2 Closed position
3 Auxiliary Contact
4 Open position
5 Contact movement
t1 Proportional to the contact's opening speed.
t2 Time that determines the contact damping.
t3 Proportional to the contact's closing speed.
Instructions
Check the contact movement using time measurement after 15 years or 5,000 operations and compare with
the times obtained when commissioning. The comparison can then be used as condition checks for contact
movement and damping. The measurement must be performed on a disconnected circuit breaker with
connected timing equipment.
1. Connect the timing equipment to the respective terminals in accordance with the wiring diagram.
End of instruction
General
These instructions describe the checking of the link system and spring assembly.
Required Equipment
Instructions
End of instruction
Coupling Terminals
1 Auxiliary Contact
2 Motor
3 Switch Manual/Motor
4 Relays
5 Contactors
6 Protective motor switch
7 Miniature circuit breaker
8 Plug contact
9 Thermostat
10 Fuses
11 Trip coil
12 Coupling terminal
13 Close coil
14 Cover
Instructions
1. Make a visual inspection to ensure that everything is intact and that all connections are fitted.
End of instruction
7.7.1 Introduction
General
Some service work requires manual operation of the circuit breaker, e.g. for preparations of overhaul of the
interrupter units on a circuit breaker with two breaking chambers.
Safety
IMPORTANT!
Slow manual closing and tripping operations must only be performed by personnel specially
trained and very familiar with the functionality of the device and the circuit breaker due to the risk
of both personal injury and mechanical damage. The circuit breaker must be disconnected from the
power system during slow operation. Incorrect operation INVALIDATES all guarantees.
Required Equipment
Hand crank
MK toolbox 6880 768-7
7.7.2 Preparations for the Operating Mechanism for Manual Closing Operation
6. The middle latch is released. See the illustration in section Slow Manual Closing
Operation, page 119.
• Press the anchor down on the close coil (1).
End of instruction
1. Wind 310 turns counter clockwise The cam disc Towards the end of its movement, a click is heard
(2) then rotates around a 3/4 turn and actuates the when the operating lever's safety flap (5) engages
limit stop roller (3) ensuring the operating lever (4) behind the roller (6) in the trip mechanism.
slowly moves the circuit breaker to closed
position.
2. Wind a few more turns counter clockwise, The operating lever is pulled quickly to open
ensuring the outermost point of the cam disc (2) position by the force of the trip spring until the
leaves the limit stop roller (3). safety flap (5) makes contact with the roller (6).
3. Wind counter clockwise until the safety flap (7) is resting precisely against the roller (8) so the cam
disc returns to normal position and the blocking beams are relieved.
5. Check that the safety flap (7) is resting against the Otherwise the cam disc will be in the wrong
roller (8). position and the operating mechanism may be
damaged in the event of a tripping operation
6. Pull out the locking pin (3) from the hole (4).
End of instruction
3. Release the button (2) when the circuit breaker is in the required position.
End of instruction
7.7.5 Preparing the Operating Mechanism for Slow Manual Opening Operation
IMPORTANT!
Slow manual closing and tripping operations must only be performed by personnel specially
trained and very familiar with the functionality of the device and the circuit breaker due to the risk
of both personal injury and mechanical damage. The circuit breaker must be disconnected from the
power system during slow operation. Incorrect operation INVALIDATES all guarantees.
1. Pull-rod
2. Interlocking arm
3. Blocking pin
4. Hole for blocking pin
5. Turn counter clockwise, normally 6-8 turns The blocking beams move towards the
(maximum 10 turns). mechanical end stop.
6. Press the anchor down on the close coil. The middle latch is released.
End of instruction
1. Crank about 300 turns counter clockwise. If too Try again: Repeat points 5 and 6 in the
many turns are made, a bumping noise will be preparatory instruction (see Preparing the Operating
heard when the cam disc (4) passes the limit stop Mechanism for Slow Manual Opening Operation,
roller (5) and returns to the position shown in the page 122.) and then follow the instructions (from
figure. point 1) to the left, but crank a few turns less.
3. Release the trip latch device with a light knock to The circuit breaker's trip springs pull the operating
the anchor (6) using a screwdriver, for example. lever (7) to tripped position. The movement is
stopped when the limit stop roller (5) is resting
against the cam disc (4).
4. Keep the safety latch button pressed until the circuit breaker is pulled to open position by the trip
springs.
5. If the force of the spring is insufficient to get the safety flap (2) to pass and assume locked position to
the roller (3), press in the button to the safety latch and wind clockwise.
7. Check that the safety flap (2) is resting against the Otherwise wind counter clockwise until the safety
roller (3) in the closing latch device. flap is resting against the roller (3).
8. Pull out the locking pin (3) from the hole (4).
End of instruction
General
Despite good anti-rust treatment, minor corrosion may occur, particularly if the circuit breaker is installed in a
highly corrosive environment.
Many steel mechanical components in the operating mechanism are surface treated through manganese
phosphating agent and protected by being dipped in oil. Components, such as the chassis, are painted as a
means of protection against corrosion. The close and trip springs can be protected against corrosion with
two-component paint or manganese phosphating.
The support structure, pole beam and protective tube are hot dip galvanized.
Phosphated Surface
2. Brush or spray on new rust protection. Grease “G” or Tectyl 506 is recommended as a
rust inhibitor; see section Types of Grease,
page 18.
NOTE!
Tectyl 506 forms a wax-like protective
coat after drying and must not be
applied to bearings or latch
mechanisms.
End of instruction
2. Brush or spray on new rust protection, in the form The thickness of the new surface must be at least
of zinc-rich paint. double the original zinc thickness.
End of instruction
8 Overhaul
8.1 Preparations
General
This section describes the preparations that are required prior to an overhaul of the circuit breaker.
The overhaul can be carried out according to two methods:
• The recommended method is to remove the entire circuit breaker pole for transport to the service
workshop where it can be fully dismantled for the overhaul; see sections Dismantling the T-Unit for
Transport, page 134 and Dismantling of Post Insulator Unit for Transport, page 137.
• The alternative method is to only dismantle the T-unit; see section Overhaul of the T-Unit, page 139.
The latter method does not require as much work, but must only be applied in clement weather that resembles
indoor working conditions.
WARNING!
The following points must be observed before beginning the overhaul.
• The springs must be discharged, see Discharge the Springs Electrically, page 9
• The gas must be evacuated; see Evacuation of SF6 Gas, page 130.
NOTE!
Under no circumstances may the interrupter unit be opened during rainy or unstable weather, or
when the humidity is 80% or higher.
Preparations
1. Before dismantling the circuit breaker, and during the course of the work, the instructions in Safety,
page 7 must be read and followed.
2. Check and note the circuit breaker's operating values prior to dismantling.
• Deviations from the recommended values indicate that something needs to be checked with extra
care for the overhaul.
4. Switch off the motor voltage and where necessary the heater voltage as well.
5. Execute one tripping and one closing operation. The springs are now discharged.
End of instruction
General
This section specifies the equipment needed for overhauling the circuit breaker.
Tool
Grease "G" 1171 4014-407 See sections Types of Grease, page 18 for ABB
part numbers, suppliers and trade names.
Grease "N" 1171 4016-612
Grease "P" 1171 5011-102
Grease "S" 1171 4014-406
Anti-rust agent, Valvoline Tectyl 506 1241 0011-108
Locking fluid "C" 1269 0014-408 See sections Locking Fluid, page 20 for ABB
part numbers, suppliers and trade names.
Spare Parts
Set of contacts - As per spare parts list for current circuit breaker.
Gasket sets - As per spare parts list for current circuit breaker.
Absorbent - As per spare parts list for current circuit breaker.
SF6 gas -
N2 gas -
General
This section describes the evacuation of SF6 gas from the circuit breaker.
Safety
IMPORTANT!
Work on the circuit breaker's insulators or live parts, as well as transport and dismantling of all
circuit breaker poles from the support structure, must not be executed until the gas has been
evacuated to a maximum pressure of 0.125 MPa abs.
WARNING!
If nitrogen is to be discharged into the open air, in cases where nitrogen is used for internal
cleaning of circuit breakers, this must be conducted through a dust and adsorption filter.
Evacuation should take place outdoors and at ground level.
WARNING!
Unused SF6 gas is non-toxic, odorless and colorless. It is heavier than air and in the event of heavy
discharges, it easily collects in low-lying areas, such as cable trenches, tanks, etc.
For large volumes of SF6 gas in such areas, the risk of suffocation could therefore arise due to lack
of oxygen.
Required Equipment
2. The SF6 gas is evacuated and the circuit breaker is vacuum pumped.
3. The gas is cleaned and compressed to ensure it The mixing ratio between the gases can be
can be reused or destroyed. checked using a percentage meter for SF6 gas.
NOTE!
Mixed gas, SF6 mixed with N2 or CF4,
must not be reused unless the mixing
ratio is controlled.
4. After vacuum-pumping, the circuit breaker is filled with dry nitrogen at atmospheric pressure. It is then
vacuum-pumped once again.
5. Finally the circuit breaker is again filled with dry nitrogen at atmospheric pressure.
End of instruction
General
Safety
IMPORTANT!
Certain by-products formed in the interrupter unit, in combination with moisture, are corrosive and
can irritate the skin, eyes and mucous membranes. For internal cleaning of the circuit breaker,
protective gloves of plastic or rubber, long-sleeved overalls and a close-fitting facemask with
filtration to counteract fine dust and acidic gases must therefore be worn.
NOTE!
All material and old adsorption media should be collected in a tight container and managed as
chemical waste according to applicable local regulations.
NOTE!
Drying cloths, protective gloves and vacuum cleaner bags should be thoroughly rinsed using
plenty of water.
Required Equipment
Equipment Note
Cleaning
• The dust (by-products) formed in the circuit breaker must be removed by a vacuum cleaner fitted with a
fine dust filter and wiped off using drying cloths moistened with ethanol.
General
Trip Mechanism
Safety
NOTE!
Under no circumstances may the interrupter unit be dismantled or opened during rainy or unstable
weather.
Preconditions
NOTE!
This type of work must only be executed by personnel trained by ABB.
Required Equipment
Dismantling
1. Before removing the circuit breaker pole the circuit See section Preparations for Overhaul, page 127
breaker should be taken out of service. and Evacuation of SF6 Gas, page 130
2. Operate the breaker slowly to the closed position See section Slow Manual Closing and Tripping
by cranking the operating mechanism by hand. Operation, page 116.
NOTE!
The circuit breaker's insulating pull-rod
is now in the sealed position.
5. Remove the bolt (2) and fit the discharge tool (3)
6. Tighten the set screw (4) to ensure the trip mechanism's pull-rod (5) is relieved from the operating
lever (6) in the mechanism housing.
End of instruction
General
Ensure that the circuit breaker is is in its sealed position before removing the T-element.
WARNING!
The following points must be observed before beginning the overhaul.
• The springs must be discharged, see Discharge the Springs Electrically, page 9
• The gas must be evacuated; see Evacuation of SF6 Gas, page 130.
T-Unit
1 T-Unit
2 Post insulator
3 Cover with two O rings
4 Bolt M10x25 (4 pcs), washer 10.5x22x2 (4 pcs)
5 Lock washer
6 Circlip
7 Joint pin
8 Bolt M12x70 (4 pcs), washer 13x28x3 (8 pcs), nut M12 (4 pcs)
Safety
NOTE!
Under no circumstances may the interrupter unit be dismantled or opened during rainy or unstable
weather.
DANGER!
Lifting tackle dimensioned for the weight must be used to lift the T-unit.
Preconditions
NOTE!
If the post insulator or interrupter unit is left for a long period without the unit being refitted, the
post insulator, or interrupter unit, should be vacuum-pumped and filled with nitrogen.
NOTE!
This type of work must only be executed by personnel trained by ABB.
Required Equipment
Dismantling
The instruction below describes the dismantling of the T-unit for transport.
2. Fit the lock washer (5) to ensure that the contacts in the interrupter units are kept in the correct
position.
4. Place a lifting sling around the T-unit's mechanism housing and prepare for lifting.
6. Fit the cover (3) on the T-unit with bolts and washers (4) and tighten finger-tight.
8. Fit the transport cover (11) with attendant sealing ring on the post insulator.
9. Fill the post insulator with SF6 gas or nitrogen to a pressure of 0.125 MPa abs.
10. Place the T-unit on a suitable transport base to ensure that it cannot tip.
11. The T-unit is now ready for transport to the workshop for overhaul.
End of instruction
General
The circuit breaker must be taken out of service before the post insulator unit is dismantled, see section
Preparations for Overhaul, page 127, the gas evacuated, see section Evacuation of SF6 Gas, page 130, and
the T-unit dismantled, see Dismantling the T-Unit for Transport, page 134.
Preconditions
NOTE!
This type of work must only be executed by personnel trained by ABB.
Required Equipment
1. Remove the pull-rod and remove the protective tube between the operating mechanism and the circuit
breaker.
3. Remove the post insulator unit with its four bolts (1).
4. Lift up the post insulator unit and carefully lower it onto a cart.
End of instruction
General
This section describes the preparations after the T-unit has been taken down and transported to a workshop.
Safety
NOTE!
Use personal safety equipment:
• long-sleeved overalls
• protective gloves of plastic or rubber
• tight fitting facemask for dust protection
DANGER!
Lifting tackle dimensioned for the weight must be used to lift the T-unit.
Required Equipment
Preparations
NOTE!
Disassembly and assembly are facilitated if the T-unit is placed on a mounting plate, with a
mechanism for maneuvering the contacts.
NOTE!
Leave the sealing ring in place on the
transport support (2).
NOTE!
Ensure that the o-ring (2) is correctly
fitted on the mounting plate.
• 1: T-Unit
• 2: O-ring
• 3: Mounting plate
4. Turn an M6 bolt into the threaded hole in the lock washer (6) and pull out the lock washer (6).
5. Dismantle the preinsertion resistors from the interrupter unit (If fitted).
End of instruction
General
Required Equipment
Grease "N" 1171 4016-607 See section Types of Grease, page 18 for more
information on the grease.
Grease "P" 1171 5011-102 See section Types of Grease, page 18 for more
information on the grease.
Fine abrasive material, e.g.
Scotch Brite
Drying cloths
Ethanol >95% ethanol, for cleaning internal surfaces
General
In conjunction with installation, all sealing surfaces should be cleaned, degreased and checked.
Required Equipment
Remember:
NOTE!
Be careful of the sealing surfaces. Place the parts on a suitable surface, such as wooden blocks, so
that the sealing surfaces will not be damaged.
NOTE!
The sealing grooves and other sealing surfaces must not have transverse scratches. Any minor
scratches on the sealing surfaces can be removed using a fine abrasive material, such as
Scotch-Brite. Polish along the sealing line and never across it.
Instructions
1. Replace all seals with new ones when reassembling the circuit breaker.
2. Sparingly lubricate the sealing surfaces and seals. Surfaces and seals are lubricated to facilitate the
seal's fitting to the surface and as corrosion
protection.
Excess grease that could be pressed out of the
flanges inside the gas space must not occur.
3. Coat the flange surfaces outside the external seals with a thin, fully covering layer of corrosion
protective agent adapted to suit the pertinent flange material.
End of instruction
General
This section describes the dismantling of the interrupter unit, after the T-unit has been taken down and
transported to a workshop.
Overview
1 Cover
2 Absorbent container
3 Upper current path
4 T-mechanism housing
5 Breaking chamber insulator
6 Puffer
7 Lower current path
8 Shaft with 24-mm hex section
9 Joint pin
10 Contact spring
Safety
NOTE!
Use personal safety equipment:
• long-sleeved overalls
• protective gloves of plastic or rubber
• tight fitting facemask for dust protection
DANGER!
Lifting tackle dimensioned for the weight must be used to lift the T-unit.
Required Equipment
2. Mark the flange on the breaking chamber insulators (5) to ensure they are installed in the same place
and in the same position when refitting.
3. Dismantle the bolts and upper current paths (3) with the upper adapter plate.
5. Remove the breaking chamber insulators (5) from the mechanism housing (4).
6. Lift carefully straight out to ensure the puffer (6) and lower current path (7) are not damaged.
7. Operate the puffer (6) outwards using a spanner on the shaft (8).
End of instruction
General
If the circuit breaker is equipped with preinsertion resistors, remove these as described in the following
instructions.
Preinsertion resistor
1 Preinsertion resistor
2 Stay
3 Bolt M12x60 (4 pcs), Washer 13x28x3 (4 pcs)
4 Bolt M12x40 (4 pcs), Washer 13x28x3 (4 pcs)
5 Spacer pipe
6 Upper Mechanism Housing
Required Equipment
Standard tools
Lifting equipment
4. Pull the preinsertion resistor (1) straight out from the interrupter unit so that the operating shaft
releases from the mechanism housing (6).
End of instruction
General
This section describes changing the Auto-PufferTMand the upper current path.
Remember:
NOTE!
Unless the circuit breaker is to be refitted immediately after cleaning of the component parts, these
should be protected against contamination and moisture by being packed in plastic bags with
desiccant that absorbs moisture.
Insulators are protected preferably by using thick plastic film wrapped over the end surfaces.
NOTE!
All contact surfaces should be treated prior to installation; see Treatment of Contact Surfaces,
page 141.
Required Equipment
2. Loosen the bolts (2) and remove the upper current path (3) from the upper adapter plate (1).
3. Fit the new upper current path. Tighten the bolts Treat contacts; see Treatment of Contact Surfaces,
(2). page 141.
Torque
22.5 Nm
End of instruction
Inspection of Self-Blast
1. Nozzle (PTFE)
2. Puffer pull-rod
3. Self-blast cylinder
4. Bolt M8x16 (8 pcs), washer 8.4x16x1.6 (8
pcs)
5. Contact surface
2. Lift off the puffer and check that there is no wear to the pull-rod slide surfaces.
4. Check that the puffer cylinder's contact position does not have burnt or worn surfaces making the
copper visible.
End of instruction
3. Check that the silver on the lower current path If there is wear, the whole lower current path and
contacts is not worn so that the copper shines flange must be replaced.
through.
End of instruction
General
This section describes the installation of the interrupter unit following an overhaul.
Required Equipment
NOTE!
Exercise care so as not to damage the
Teflon strip when sliding on the puffer.
End of instruction
NOTE!
No grease is permitted inside the seals.
5. Assemble the upper current paths (7) and tighten the bolts (8) finger-tight.
9. Fit the preinsertion resistors (option). See Installation of the preinsertion resistors (option),
page 158.
10. Test maneuver the mounting plate to verify that centering is correct.
End of instruction
End of instruction
1. Clean the sealing surface for the cover (5) on the upper mechanism housing and the outside surface
and lubricate with grease "G".
3. Set the switch unit in the vacuum position with the mounting plate (6).
4. Vacuum-pump down to a pressure of 100 Pa and let the vacuum-pumping continue for at least one
hour after this pressure has been reached.
5. Stop the vacuum-pumping and fill the circuit breaker with dry and clean nitrogen to atmospheric
pressure. Let it stand a couple of hours or overnight.
6. Vacuum-pump back down to a pressure of 100 Pa The filling hoses should be stored to ensure that
and fill with clean SF6 gas to 0.125 MPa (abs). they are not exposed to moisture and
contamination. They must not be used for
anything other than their intended purpose.
9. Dismantle the cover (2), lock ring (3) and pin (4) and fit the lock washer (5).
11. Lift off the T-unit from the mounting plate and fit
the transport cover (6) using bolts, washers, and
nuts (7).
12. The T-unit is now ready to be assembled on the See Installation of T-Unit on the Post Insulator,
post insulator. page 52.
NOTE!
Check prior to assembly that the post
insulator is filled with SF6 gas.
End of instruction
General
If the circuit-breaker is equipped with preinsertion resistors, fit these as described in the following
instructions.
Preinsertion resistor
1 Preinsertion resistor
2 Stay
3 Bolt M12x60 (4 pcs), Washer 13x28x3 (4 pcs)
4 Bolt M12x40 (4 pcs), Washer 13x28x3 (4 pcs)
5 Spacer pipe
6 Upper mechanism housing
Requisite equipment
Standard tools
Lifting equipment
Torque wrench Torque range 60-79 Nm
2. Clean the sealing surface for the sealing ring and the surface outside the upper mechanism housing
(6) and lubricate liberally with grease "G".
4. Lift the preinsertion resistor (1) into position with the help of lifting equipment.
5. Align the preinsertion resistor's operating shaft in the mechanism housing (6).
7. Fit the stay (2) using the bolts (3) on the adapter plate.
End of instruction
General
Required Equipment
Instructions
1. Check to ensure that the upper mechanism is not heavily contaminated by by-products.
3. Lubricate the O-rings with grease “G” and all pins with grease “M”.
End of instruction
General
This section describes the removal of the trip mechanism pull-rod, after the circuit breaker pole has been
transported to a workshop.
Trip Mechanism
1 Protective Cover
2 Bolt M10x50, 4 pcs
3 Operating lever
4 Joint pin
5 Pull-rod
6 Spring Housing
7 Trip spring
8 Lock nut
9 Discharge tool 1HSB446381-A
10 Set screw
Required Equipment
Instructions
2. Measure and note a reference dimension, e.g. “Y”, so that the trip spring (7) has the same charge
when refitting.
3. Fit the discharge tool (9) and tighten the adjusting screw (10) to ensure that the pull-rod (5) is not
under tension.
End of instruction
General
This section describes dismantling of the two-piece porcelain post insulator. Polymer insulators consist of a
single unit.
Post insulator
1 Transport cover
2 Upper guide
3 Bolts M12x40 (4 pcs), washers 13x28x3 (4 pcs)
4 Upper post insulator
5 Bolts M16x70 (8 pcs), washers 17x30x3 (16 pcs), nuts M16 (8 pcs)
6 Guide
7 Lower post insulator
8 Bolts M16x50 (8 pcs), washers 17x30x3 (8 pcs)
Safety
NOTE!
To prevent moisture in the air coming into long-term contact with dust in the post insulator and
insulating pull-rods, the work on removal and cleaning must be planned to ensure it can be
executed quickly and without long breaks.
DANGER!
Use lifting equipment that is designed for the post insulator.
Required Equipment
Dismantling
IMPORTANT!
Use personal protection equipment such as overalls, protective gloves and a protective facemask.
2. Remove the upper post insulator's bolts (5) from the lower post insulator (7).
5. Dismantle the lower post insulator's bolts (8) from the mechanism housing.
7. Mark the insulating pull-rod so it faces that same way when reassembling.
9. Carefully clean the insulating pull-rod and protect it against moisture and damage with plastic
sheeting.
End of instruction
General
Mechanism
1 Mechanism housing
2 Operating shaft
3 Operating lever
4 Ball bearings
5 Circlip
6 Bushing
7 X-ring 69.2 x 5.7
8 O-ring 89.1x5.7
9 Ball bearings
10 Washer
Remember:
NOTE!
Clean the mechanism housing by vacuuming and drying. Check for corrosion, the bearings and
replace all sealing rings.
Apply anti-rusting agent to untreated or manganese phosphated steel outside the gas space using
Valvoline Tectyl.
Required Equipment
Grease "S" 1171 4014-406 Detailed information is specified in section Types of Grease,
page 18.
Grease "G" 1171 4014-407 Detailed information is specified in section Types of Grease,
page 18.
Tectyl 1241 0011-108 Valvoline Tectyl
Instructions
2. Pull out the operating lever (2) from the mechanism housing (1) and remove the ball bearing (4) from
the shaft.
4. Remove the bushing (6) holding the sealing rings in place, using two bolts (M5) that are threaded in
the holes in the end area of the bushing.
5. Replace the sealing rings (7, 8) in the bushing behind the ball bearing and lubricate with grease "S".
End of instruction
General
DANGER!
Use lifting equipment that is designed for the post insulator.
Required Equipment
NOTE!
Be careful not to damage the insulating pull-rod.
1. Turn the operating lever (1) and link (2) over the
mechanism housing edge.
3. Place the sealing ring on the mechanism housing Treat the sealing surfaces; see Treatment of Sealing
(9) and lift on the lower post insulator (7). Surfaces and Seals, page 142.
End of instruction
1. Position the guide (1) with the sealing rings on the Treat the sealing surfaces; see Treatment of Sealing
lower post insulator unit (2). Surfaces and Seals, page 142.
4. Fit the upper guide (5) and tighten the bolts (6).
Torque
45 Nm
End of instruction
General
This section describes fitting of the trip mechanism's pull-rod in the operating lever.
Trip Mechanism
1 Bottom cover
2 Bolt M10x50 (4 pcs)
3 Operating lever
4 Joint pin
5 Pull-rod
6 Spring Housing
7 Trip spring
8 Lock nut
9 Discharge tools (see required equipment)
Required Equipment
Assembly
The instructions below describe fitting of the trip mechanism's pull-rod in the operating lever.
1. Turn the operating lever (3) counter clockwise to the open position and connect it to the pull-rod (5)
with the pin (4).
2. Lubricate the pin (4) using grease "M" prior to assembly. Secure the pin (4) using a lock washer and
bolt.
4. If the nut (8) has moved out of position Adjust until The measurement Y according to Removal of the
measurement Y is reached. Trip Mechanism's Pull-Rod, page 162.
NOTE!
The lock nut must be replaced when
reassembling.
6. Relieve the spring force using the bolt before removing the discharge tool.
7. Clean the bottom cover's (1) draining groove and refit the cover.
End of instruction
General
Installation of the circuit breaker and commissioning are carried out according to the installation instructions
applicable to the circuit breaker; see chapter Installation, page 27 .
Following assembly the operating values of the circuit breaker must be checked and recorded.
First Overhaul
IMPORTANT!
The circuit breaker must not be operated Open-Close without an intermediate delay of 300 ms.
Check Below
Second Overhaul
IMPORTANT!
The circuit breaker must not be operated Open-Close without an intermediate delay of 300 ms.
Check Below
General
ABB strives to minimize the product’s impact on the environment throughout its entire life cycle. Technical
and product development focuses on environmental aspects. The ecocycle approach is strived for and
consideration is taken to the materials' environmental impact and recycling alternatives. The manufacturing
processes are selected to be as safe to the environment as possible.
Gas
The SF6 gas must be evacuated prior to disposal of a circuit breaker. All handling of SF6 gas must be
conducted with care and according to the applicable regulations to ensure that there are no gas leaks. The gas
can be handled in different ways, depending on the circumstances:
• Regenerated onsite, and reused in other equipment.
• Sent to the gas supplier for regeneration.
• Sent for destruction at a special waste treatment plant.
In cases where the circuit breaker is filled with mixed gas, the SF6 gas is separated from the mixture for
further processing according to the above. Alternatively the gas mixture can be sent for destruction without
being separated. On request, ABB may provide a quote for final disposal of used gas in conjunc tion with the
scrapping of a circuit breaker.
Porcelain
After cleaning, the porcelain can be sent for disposal or used for other purposes, such as for use as filling
material.
Electronics
Electronic equipment should be sent to an approved recycling company or sorted into different component
materials for appropriate treatment.
Metals
Metals should be sorted according to type and surface treatment and sent to an approved recycling company.
Following the removal of any paint or other surface treatment, clean metal can as a rule, be melted down and
used in new products. Many metal components of iron, steel and aluminum are large and easy to identify, e.g.
support structures and mechanism housings.
ABB strives to reduce the use of precious metals and the release of environmentally hazardous metals.
Recycling of these is particularly important. Precious metals such as copper and silver are expensive and are
only present in small amounts in the earth’s crust. Copper is primarily used in current paths, puffers, contacts
and cables. Silver plating of contacts may occur. Emissions from certain metals may cause damage. This
applies to copper, but also zinc and nickel, which are used sparingly as surface treatments.
Plastics
The different types of plastic should be separated and sent to an approved environmental waste treatment
plant or recycling company. The energy content in thermoplastics and thermosetting plastics can often be
recovered through combustion at a plant designed for the purpose. Thermoplastics can as a rule, be melted
down and reused without any major loss of quality. Composites can be fractioned and used as filling materials
in other materials or be disposed of.
There are various amounts of composites in the insulators and piping. The cable entries are made of a
thermosetting plastic. Thermoplastic is present in components such as guide rings, tape, bushings and support
rings. Thermoplastic in sleeves, nozzles, piping and collars contains fluoride and is not suitable for recycling.
However, it can be disposed of without the risk of leaking hazardous substances.
Before disposal, oil, grease and similar products must be removed and sent to an approved environmental
waste treatment plant or recycling company. By utilizing gravimetric forces, oil waste can be separated into
oil, water and a range of contaminants. In many cases, the oil can then be reused. Alternatively, the energy
content in oil can be recovered through combustion at a plant designed for the purpose.
Oil occurs in dampers where grease is used as a lubricant.
Rubber
Rubber can be sent to an approved environmental waste treatment plant, either for disposal or reused for
various purposes.
Rubber is present in various seals.
Other Materials
Other materials are sorted and sent to an approved environmental waste treatment plant.
Gas Handling
Electrical equipment with SF6 gas has been used for many years with good results. In cases where a device or
substation needs to be opened, the SF6 gas is collected and reused. ABB's policy is that no SF6 should be
released during installation, service or disposal of equipment.
SF6 Gas
Pure SF6 gas is non-toxic and is harmless to inhale if the oxygen content is at least 20%. SF6 gas is
approximately five times heavier than air. This means that gas may collect in, e.g. cable trenches or at the
bottom of tanks.
Greenhouse Effect
The SF6 molecule contributes to the greenhouse effect, but does not contain any chlorine and thereby has no
impact on the ozone layer. Since SF6 gas began to be used 50 years ago, a small amount of gas has leaked into
the atmosphere and contributed less than a tenth of a percent of the total greenhouse effect.
Decomposition
The SF6 gas partially decomposes in conjunction with discharges. This takes place in the temperature range
where arcing is extinguished, 1500-5000 K, and provides an efficient cooling effect. Here both gaseous and
solid by-products are formed. All by-products are reactive, which means that they are quickly decomposed
and disappear.
During normal operation, the level of gaseous by-products is kept low by means of built-in adsorbers. The
solid by-products are primarily metal fluorides in the form of a powder. The powder can be easily processed
as separate waste and represents no long-term threat to the environment. For service and maintenance there
are special procedures as the large concentrations of by-products are corrosive and toxic.
10 Spare parts
10.1 Introduction
General
The replacement modules for the operating mechanism are delivered complete and tested.
Spare parts that are recommended for storage are marked with R. Where there are more than ten circuit
breakers in operation we also recommend the spares marked with RR. RRR parts can be held in stock in order
to be able to replace parts quickly and avoid prolonged stoppages.
State the type designation and serial number for any inquiries and when ordering parts or tools. Specify the
order number also where possible.
1 Interrupter unit/RRR
2 Post insulator/RRR
3 Operating mechanism/RRR
4 Mechanism/RR
5 Support structure
6 T-Unit
7 Post Insulator Unit
1 Drive Unit
2 Mechanism
3 Control Panel
4 Spring assembly
5 Heating element (Behind protective cover)
Component Parts
Component Parts
Component Parts
Illustration
Component Parts
Component Parts
10.2.6 Mechanism
Component Parts
Component Parts
10.2.8 Accessories
Adsorbent
Density Monitor
Gasket Set
Assembly Kits
Non-return valve
Preinsertion resistor
Corona Rings
Protective Cover
Discharge tool
Component Parts
10.3.2 Damper
Damper
Latch Device
Component Parts
Component Parts
Component Parts
3 Relay, 4 pole
250 V DC 5619 750-7
220 V DC 5619 750-1
125 V DC 5619 750-8
110 V DC 5619 750-2
42-48 V DC 5619 750-4
4 Counter:
220-250 V DC 5692 965-11
110-125 V DC 5692 965-12
42-48 V DC 5692 965-13
Name Phone
E‐mail
Reporting company Date
SEABB OrderNo
Serial No Serial No
Breaker Operating device
Type of
Breaker
End customer
Site Country
Delivery address (incl. postal code) for spares
Contact person (name and phone)
Type of Operating Mechanism:
BLK 222 BLG 1002A FSA MD MSD SM 800
Circuit breaker type:
LTB D LTB E LTA D HPL
Disconnector/option:
WCB DCB Truck Spareparts Other
Specification of problem:
Delayed delivery Incomplete delivery Wrong delivery Torque
Documentation Poor packing Corrosion Wiring
Not according to spec Transport damage Functional values Mechanical failure
Quality of material Storage of material Leakage gas/oil/water
Other
Who discovered the problem:
End customer ABB representative Other
When was the problem discovered
Before Installation During Installation During Commissioning After Energizing
Description of problem:
Contact information:
ABB AB Telephone: +46(0) 240 782000
CustomerComplaints Telefax: +46(0) 240 782320 Click here to send!
SE‐771 80 Ludvika, Sweden [email protected]
ABB High Voltage Products
SE-771 80 Ludvika
Sweden
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