Customer Substation

Manual

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Table of Contents

Section Description
0 Preface
010.00 General
010.10 Information Required for the Review of New Customer Substations
010.20 New Customer Substation Project Information Sheet
010.30 We Energies Electrical System Information: Voltage and Fault Duties
010.40 Typical Substation One Line Reference Sheet
010.50 Schematic Index for a Typical Substation Metal Enclosed Gear with Two Line
Feed
010.60 Schematic Index for a Typical Substation Metal Enclosed Gear with Two Line
Feed and a Bus Tie Switch
1 Electrical Requirements
100 Service Voltage
110 Short Circuit Duty
120 Disconnecting Means for Supply Conductors
130 Unprotected Bus
140 Service Overcurrent Protection
140.10 Fuses
140.10.10 Fuse Curves
140.10.20 Fuse Mountings
140.20 Circuit Breakers
140.20.10 Relays
140.20.20 Control Supply Battery
140.30 Circuit Reclosers
140.30.10 Operating Curves
140.30.20 Reclosing Operation
150 Basic Impulse Insulation Level and Maximum Voltage Ratings
150.10 BIL Levels and Maximum Continuous Operating Voltages for Substation
Equipment
160 Surge Protection
160.10 Surge Arresters
170 Transformer Connections and Taps
170.10 Acceptable Transformer Connections for We Energies Systems
170.20 T–Connected Transformers
170.30 Transformer Taps
180 Station Grounding
180.10 General
180.20 Indoor Substations
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180.20.10 Basement Level Substations
180.20.20 Above Basement Level Substations
180.30 Outdoor Substations
180.40 Equipment and Structures – Indoor and Outdoor Stations
180.50 Substation Fence
180.50.10 Fence Ground Interconnected With Station Ground Grid
180.50.20 Fence Ground Isolated From Station Ground Grid
180.60 Property Fence
180.70 Outdoor Group–Operated Switches
190 Protective Grounding
190.10 General
190.20 Grounding Provisions for Specific Equipment
190.20.10 "Draw–out" Circuit Breakers
190.20.20 Stationary–Mounted Circuit Breakers
190.20.30 Oil and SF6 Insulated Switches
190.20.40 Power Fuses
190.30 Grounding Cable Assemblies
190.910 Grounding Facilities in Metal–Enclosed Switchgear, Entrance Bay
190.920 Power Fuse, Ground Attachment Detail
190.930 3–1/2" Ground Attachment Detail, 4–1/2" Depth and 7" Depth
190.940 12" Ground Bracket
195 Capacitors
197 Parallel Generation
2 Physical Requirements
200 Service Conductors
200.10 General
200.20 Overhead Service Conductors
200.30 Underground Service Conductors
200.30.10 Metal Enclosed or Metal Clad Switchgear Fed With Single Conductor Cable –
Direct Buried or Lead Jacketed
200.30.20 Metal Enclosed or Metal Clad Switchgear Fed With Three Conductor Lead
Jacketed Cable
200.30.30 Outdoor Substation on Open Framework Fed With Direct Buried or Lead Jacketed
Cable
200.30.40 Special Equipment or Construction
200.30.50 Size Requirements for Openings in Basement or Foundation Walls
200.40 Illustrations

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200.40.10 Cable Support, Drilling Detail (For Lead Jacketed Cable)
200.40.20 Cable Support, Drilling Detail (For Direct Burial Cable)
200.40.30 Cable Pulling Anchor
200.40.40 Installation of Cable Pulling Anchor
210 Routes, Easements, and Space Requirements for Service Conductors
220 Metering
220.10 General
220.20 Required for Metering Above 600 Volts Only
220.20.10 Metering Instrument Transformers
220.20.20 Associated Metering Equipment
220.20.30 Metering Cubicle Unit for Metal–Clad or Metal–Enclosed Switchgear
Applications
220.20.40 Metering Instrument Transformer Arrangement for Outdoor, Open–Type
Substations, 34,500 Volts and Below
220.20.50 Street Light Transclosures
220.30 Loss Compensated Metering
220.40 Illustrations – Typical Arrangements
220.40.10 5kV Metering Switchgear Unit
220.40.20 15 kV Metering Switchgear Unit
220.40.30 25 kV Metering Switchgear Unit
220.40.40 26.4 kV Metering Switchgear Unit
220.40.50 34.5 kV Metering Switchgear Unit
220.40.60 Primary Metering Structure for Outdoor Open–Type Substations 15kV and Below
220.40.70 Primary Metering Structure for Outdoor Open–Type Substations 3 – Phase 4 –
Wire 25kV and Below
220.40.80 Primary Metering Structure for Outdoor Open–Type Substations 3 – Phase 3 –
Wire and 3 – Phase 4 – Wire 26.4kV and 34.5kV Systems
230 Clearances and Spacing
230.10 General
230.20 Operating Space for Open–Type Fuse Installations
240 Signs and Identification
240.10 General
240.20 Location
240.30 Minimum Sign Requirements for Typical Customer Substations
240.30.10 Signs for Outdoor Open–Type Substations

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240.30.20 Signs for Indoor or Outdoor Substations Consisting of Metal–Enclosed
Switchgear With Loadbreak Switches and Fuses or With Draw–Out Circuit
Breakers
250 Enclosures, Fences, and Surfacing – Outdoor Open Type Substations
260 Metal–Enclosed and Metal–Clad Service Entrance Switchgear
260.10 General
260.20 Doors
260.30 Windows
260.40 Detachable Panels
260.50 Screen Doors
260.60 Slide–In Barriers
260.70 Insulators
260.75 Clearances
260.80 Momentary Current Rating
260.85 Protective Grounding
260.90 Potheads and Other Cable Terminations
260.95 Accessibility to Outdoor Switchgear
270 Indoor Substations
270.10 General
270.20 Transformer Vaults
270.30 Vault Agreement
280 Interlock Systems
General
We Energies Required Interlocks for Specific Installations
3 Equipment Control
300 Introduction
310 Control Circuit Practices
310.10 Control Circuit Relays
310.20 Control Circuits
310.30 Bus Fault Detection
310.40 Instrument Transformer Connections
310.50 Keyed Permissive Switches
310.60 Miscellaneous Devices
320 Automatic Transfer Control for Switchgear and Circuit Breakers
320.10 Position and Transfer
320.10.10 Switch Operators and Breakers
320.10.20 Switchgear Only Requirements

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320.10.30 Circuit Breaker Only Requirements
320.10.30.a Two Lines Serving a Common Load with Automatic Transfer
320.10.30.b Two Lines Serving Separate Loads with Automatic Transfer
320.10.40 Preferred/Alternate Source Selection
320.20 Indicating Features
320.30 Sensing
330 Switchgear or Circuit Breakers with Manual Transfer
330.10 Two Lines Serving a Common Load with Manual Transfer
330.20 Two Lines Serving Separate Loads with Manual Transfer

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010.00) General
These requirements are applicable to all customer owned substation facilities at which We Energies
supply lines are terminated.

010.00.10) The requirements contained herein are exclusively those of We Energies. However,
additional requirements applicable to customer substations are set forth in the Wisconsin and
Michigan State Electrical Code, IEEE Standards and other codes and ordinances. We Energies
should be consulted only on matters relative to its specific requirements. Customers and Consultants
are advised to communicate directly with appropriate code enforcement authorities for matters
which pertain to requirements of the Wisconsin and Michigan State Electrical Codes, and other
local codes or ordinances.

010.00.20) The We Energies general requirements which follow have been divided into specific
sections as an aid to indexing the material covered for reference purposes. The division of the first
two parts has been made on the basis of whether the listed characteristic primarily involves
electrical or physical design criteria. These parts are Part 1 and Part 2, respectively. Control circuit
requirements for service circuit breakers and electrically operated interrupter switches are specified
in Part 3.

010.00.30) The general requirements contained herein relative to supply conductor terminations,
grounding provisions, service disconnecting means, overcurrent protective devices, surge protection
and metering facilities are those deemed necessary to insure the reliability of the We Energies
system and the safety of We Energies personnel engaged in the We Energies normal operations as
the supplying utility; therefore, all customer substation installations must comply and are reviewed
and inspected accordingly.

010.00.40) We Energies, in its review and inspection, may specify additional requirements relative
to the equipment and general design of the substation, as We Energies in an emergency situation
may be requested to act as the Customer's contractor and operate the substation equipment.

010.00.50) The Customer shall obtain the acceptance of We Energies before making any additions
or modifications to any existing customer–owned substation.

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010.10) Information Required for the Review of New Customer Substations

Prior to designing or ordering equipment for a customer substation, the Customer or their
Contractor should request that the We Energies local office furnish Section 010.30 “We Energies
Electrical System Information: Voltage and Fault Duty” for the proposed installation (located near
the front of this manual). The Customer shall provide the following:
 The street address for the proposed installation.
 The number, type and size of the transformer(s);
 The anticipated load (present and future);
 The requested service date;
 The preferred service location;
 The type of service (switchgear line up, rack in breaker style, overhead);
 And any other pertinent data.
On completion of the substation design, the Customer shall submit quantity three (3) setsan
electronic copy of engineering documents to the We Energies appropriate service center. This
submittal shall occur prior to ordering any equipment. The prints will be reviewed for
acceptance by a We Energies representative. The prints submitted for acceptance shall be details
of the actual proposed installation, not typical drawings of a similar installation. These prints
shall contain:
Item Received Require Description
1 A one line diagram showing switches, fuses, transformers, surge
arresters, interlock schemes, relaying and control schematics, etc.
2 A drawing showing the location and arrangement of the proposed
installation with respect to adjacent facilities.
3 The type of equipment with reference to manufacturer and catalog
number, electrical ratings, clearances between live parts and to
ground, complete dimensions, etc.
4 A drawing showing the location and size of equipment
foundations and ducts.
5 A drawing showing the location and provisions for metering
equipment – the locations for instrument transformers, the
transformer rated meter socket, the cell phone enclosure, the
associated conduit runs, etc. See Section 220.
6 A drawing showing the design of the electrical ground system and
the provisions for protective grounding. See Section 180.
7 The provisions for warning signs and informational signs. See
Section 240.

Notes:

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010.20) New Customer Substation Project Information Sheet

Today’s Date

Project Title

Site Address

City, State, Zip Code

Quantity and Capacity of Transformers

Anticipated Demand at Start Up

Anticipated Demand at Ultimate Size

Requested Start Up Date

Preferred Service Location

Customer Contact

Phone Number

E–Mail Address

Contract/Design Firm

Contact Name

Phone Number

Address

City, State, Zip Code

E–Mail

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010.30) We Energies Electrical System Information: Voltage and Fault Duty

Date:

Customer Name and Location:

Prepared by:
Circuit Number System Description
Line 1
3 Phase (Amps) Line–Ground (Amps)
Symmetrical Asymmetrical Symmetrical Asymmetrical
Present

Future
Circuit Number System Description
Line 2
3 Phase Line–Ground
Symmetrical Asymmetrical Symmetrical Asymmetrical
Present

Future
— OR —
Circuit Number System Description
Line 1
3 Phase Line–Ground
Duty (Amps) X/R Duty (Amps) X/R

Present

Future
Circuit Number System Description
Line 2
3 Phase Line–Ground
Duty (Amps) X/R Duty (Amps) X/R
Present

Future

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 Metal Enclosed Switchgear Assembly Metering Bay
150 230 240 260 220 130

140

120

160 190

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180
150 170 Ground Bus
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We Energies owned incoming

Metal Enclosed Gear with Single Line Feed

line and terminations.

010.40) Schematic Index for a Typical Substation

100 110 200 210

Customer Substation Manual

100 – Service Voltage 180 – Station Grounding

110 – Short Circuit Duty 190 – Protective Grounding
120 – Disconnecting Means for Supply Conductors 200 – Service Conductors
130 – Unprotected Bus 210 – Routes, Easements, Space Requirements for Service Conductors
140 – Service Overcurrent Protection - Optional, unless required by 220 – Metering
code 230 – Clearances and Spacing
150 – Basic Impulse Insulation Level 240 – Signs and Identification
160 – Surge Protection 260 – Switchgear
170 – Transformer Connections and Taps
 Customer Switchgear
9 14 15

Customer Incoming Incoming

Customer
Feeder Bay Metering Bay Line Bay Line Bay
Feeder Bay
(Future) 8 (Reserve) (Normal)

Metering CTs
Main Service Disconnects
(must have slide-in isolating barriers)
Feeder Bay
Disconnect 1 10 11 12 13
(optional) PT Fuses
Ground Ground Ground
Bail 6 Bail 6 Bail 6
Power Surge Surge
Arresters Arresters Customer
Fuses 3
Voltage Owns
4 4
Ground Transformers
6
Bail
We
Ground Ground Energies
6 Point of 6

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Bail Bail Owns
Common
Customer
Customer Coupling
Feeder
Feeder
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(Future) We Energies Line #1 We EnergiesLine #2

7

5 Station Grounding Requirements: See Section 180. All noncurent-carrying metallic parts which may
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become energized or statically charged (ie: switchgear enclosures) shall be connected to the ground grid in a
Metal Enclosed Gear with Two Line Feed

minimum of two locations by conductors of adequate capacity and mechanical ruggedness.

010.50) Schematic Index for a Typical Substation

1. Main Service Disconnect Section 120 9. Switchgear Section 260

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2. Unprotected Bus Section 130 10. Interlock Systems Section 280

3. Fuses, Fuse Mountings Section 140 11. Control Circuit Practices Section 310
4. Surge Protection Section 160 12. Automatic Transfer Control Section 320
5. Station Grounding Section 180 13. Manual Transfer Section 330
6. Protective Grounding Section 190
7. Service Conductors Section 200 GENERAL:
8. Metering Section 220 14. Clearance and Spacing Section 230
15. Signs and Identification Section 240
 Main Service Disconnect
(must have slide-in isolating barriers)
Customer Switchgear
1 10 11 12 13
9 14 15

Customer Metering Bay Incoming Bus-Tie Incoming Metering Bay Customer

Feeder Bay 8 2 Line Bay Bay Line Bay Feeder Bay
8

Metering CTs Metering CTs 2

Bus-Tie
Feeder Bay Feeder Bay
Switch
Disconnect Disconnect
(optional) 1 1 PT Fuses (optional)
PT Fuses
Ground Ground 10 11 12 13 Ground Ground
Bail
6 Bail 6 Bail 6 Bail
6
4
Power Customer Power
3 Surge Surge 3
Fuses Voltage 4 Owns Voltage Fuses
Arresters Arresters
Transformers Transformers
Ground 6 Ground 6
Bail Bail
We Energies Owns

Customer Ground Ground Ground Ground Customer

6 Point of 6 Point of 6
Feeder Bail Bail Bail Bail Feeder
Common Common
7 Coupling Coupling 7

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5 Station Grounding Requirements: See Section 180. All noncurent-carrying metallic parts which may
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become energized or statically charged (ie: switchgear enclosures) shall be connected to the ground grid
in a minimum of two locations by conductors of adequate capacity and mechanical ruggedness.
010.60) Schematic Index for a Typical Substation

10. Interlock Systems Section 280

Customer Substation Manual

1. Main Service Disconnect Section 120 11. Control Circuit Practices Section 310
2. Unprotected Bus Section 130
Metal Enclosed Gear with Two Line Feed and a Bus Tie Switch

12. Automatic Transfer Control Section 320

3. Fuses, Fuse Mountings Section 140 13. Manual Transfer Section 330
4. Surge Protection Section 160
5. Station Grounding Section 180 GENERAL:
6. Protective Grounding Section 190 14. Clearance and Spacing Section 230
7. Service Conductors Section 200 15. Signs and Identification Section 240
8. Metering Section 220
9. Switchgear Section 260
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100) Service Voltages

We Energies will specify the service voltage. We Energies may specify the use of dual voltage
equipment in some areas of its service territory to accommodate planned conversion to a different
service voltage.

110) Short Circuit Duty

110.00.10) We Energies will provide the Customer the maximum three phase symmetrical fault
current, system X/R ratio and the single phase to ground symmetrical fault current (or the maximum
symmetrical and asymmetrical fault currents) for the proposed customer substation using the section
010.20 “New Customer Substation Project Information Sheet” near the front of this manual.

110.00.20) Circuit protective device(s) shall have an interrupting rating sufficient for the system
voltage and the current available at the terminals of the device.

110.00.30) Circuit protective devices will be restricted in size and timing to coordinate with existing
We Energies source side devices.

110.00.40) Switching and disconnecting devices shall have a fault close rating sufficient for the
current available at the terminals of the device.

110.00.50) All devices shall have a momentary withstand rating sufficient for the current available
at the terminals of the device.

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120) Disconnecting Means for Supply Conductors

120.00.10) The Customer shall provide quantity one (1) disconnect device to isolate each set of We
Energies supply circuits from the Customer substation equipment.

120.00.20) The disconnect device(s) shall be located at the nearest point of connection to the We
Energies owned supply conductors.

120.00.30) The disconnect device(s) shall be readily accessible. The disconnect device(s) shall be
located near a door or gate providing egress from the substation. Other substation equipment shall
not be located between the door or gate and the operator of the disconnect device(s).

120.00.40) Disconnect devices which are accepted by We Energies shall consist of one of the
following types of equipment in 120.00.40.a through 120.00.40.d:

a) A three phase group–operated load interrupter switch. The device shall conform to the
requirements of 120.00.50, 120.00.60 and 120.00.70.

b) Non draw–out type circuit breakers or circuit reclosers when associated with disconnect
switch(es) located on the source side of the circuit breaker or recloser. The disconnect switches
shall conform to the requirements of 120.00.50.

c) Draw–out type circuit breakers. A ground-test device must be provided and allow for a
ground cable connection to a ground detail.

120.00.50) The switch or disconnect shall provide a visible break of all circuit phases. The visible
break shall be observable from the source side of the circuit breaker or recloser.

120.00.60) The switch shall be operated by a handle mechanism without exposing the operator to
contact with live parts.

120.00.70) The operating handle shall have provisions for locking in the open and closed position.
The customer shall lock the switch in the proper position, and provide a mechanism to allow We
Energies personnel to operate the switch. This is typically accomplished by providing a key to the
customer lock, or by providing a shackle which has an opening at either end (this allows the
customer to install a lock at one end, and We Energies to install a lock at the other end).

120.00.80) An insulator shall be installed in the operating pipe of any switch installed on a wood
pole or metal structure. This insulator shall be rated to withstand the phase to ground voltages on the
system it will ultimately be served from and shall be located at an elevation of 10’ to 12’ above the
operating handle for the switch.

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130) Unprotected Bus

An unprotected main bus may only be installed when the following conditions are met:

130.00.10) The design of the bus and all materials used in its construction shall be approved by We
Energies.

130.00.20) All taps from the bus shall be protected by We Energies accepted overcurrent devices.

130.00.30) Insulated cable is not allowed within the unprotected zone.

130.00.40) The circuit length of unprotected strain bus shall not exceed 25 feet without We Energies
acceptance.

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140) Service Overcurrent Protection

140.10) Fuses
Fuse requirements are listed below.

140.10.10) Fuse Curves

The Customer shall provide We Energies information, including the manufacturer, type and
family of time versus current curves for the proposed fuse type. We Energies will then specify
the maximum fuse size that will be allowed at the particular substation location.

140.10.20) Fuse Mountings

All outdoor fuse mountings installed in Customer Substations for service protection shall be of
the disconnecting type and shall be removable using a hotstick.

140.20) Circuit Breakers

Circuit breaker requirements are listed below.

140.20.10) Relays

a) We Energies will specify the type and maximum setting of overcurrent relays. The
Customer shall provide We Energies certified test reports verifying relay settings and
calibration.

b) The current transformers to which the overcurrent relays are connected shall be located on
the supply side of the main circuit breaker.

140.20.20) Control Supply Battery

The Customer shall provide, install and maintain a stationary storage battery of sufficient
capacity to ensure tripping. Capacitor tripping schemes are not acceptable.

140.30) Circuit Reclosers

Recloser requirements are listed below.

140.30.10) Operating Curves

The Customer shall provide We Energies information including manufacturer, type and
operating curves. We Energies will then specify the maximum trip current or control settings.

140.30.20) Recloser Operation

The recloser must be equipped and set for single non–reclosing operation. Automatic reclosing of
Customer service protective devices is not permitted.

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150) Basic Impulse Insulation Levels and Maximum Continuous Operating Voltages

150.00.10) All high–voltage equipment installed by the Customer on the line side of the service
overcurrent protection devices shall have a BIL rating and rated maximum continuous operating
voltage not less than that stated in 150.10.

150.00.20) All service overcurrent protection devices shall have BIL ratings and rated maximum
continuous operating voltages not less than that stated in 150.10.

150.00.30) For installations without main service overcurrent protective devices, the main bus
insulation systems and the overcurrent protective devices connected to the main bus shall have
minimum BIL ratings and rated maximum continuous operating voltages not less than that stated in
150.10 (next page).

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150.10) BIL Levels and Maximum Continuous Operating Voltages for Substation Equipment
Nominal Maximum Maximum Equipment Equipment Reduced Notes
System Voltage Continuous Phase–to– Rated BIL BIL With
(kV) Operating Ground Voltage Maximum (kV) Surge
Voltage During Faults Continuous Protection
(kV) (kV) Operating (kV)
Voltage
3.81Y/2.2 — — — 60 — 1
4.16Y/2.4 — — — 60 — 1
8.32Y/4.8 — — — 75 — 1
12.47Y/7.2 — — — 95 — 1
13.2Y/7.62 13.97Y/8.07 9.5 15 95 —
13.8Y/7.97 14.52Y/8.38 10 15 95 —
13.2 13.97 14 15 110 95 2
13.8 14.52 14.5 27 125 —
24.94Y/14.4 26.4Y/15.24 18 27 125 —
26.4 27.98 22 29 200 125 or 150 2
34.5Y/19.92 36.51Y/21.08 26 38 200 150 2
34.5 36.51 37 38 200 150 2
69 — — — — — 1
138 — — — — — 1
Notes:
1. By special permission only. Please contact the local We Energies office before designing for these
voltages.
2. We Energies may accept the use of equipment with reduced BIL when the installation includes properly
placed and appropriately rated surge arresters. We Energies shall be consulted in all cases where the
installation of equipment with reduced BIL ratings is proposed.

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160) Surge Protection

160.00.10) The Customer shall install surge arresters on all circuit phases on the line side of the
main service disconnect(s). These surge arresters shall be polymer body MOV arresters and require
acceptance by We Energies

160.00.20) If the Customer's distribution system is overhead and operates at the service voltage
provided by We Energies (no transformation), the Customer shall install surge arresters on all
circuit phases on the load side of the We Energies metering instrument transformers .

160.00.30) The application of the appropriate surge arrester class shall be determined based on the
maximum fault duty quoted in section 010.30 “We Energies Electrical System Information: Voltage
and Fault Duties” located near the front of this manual. Please request this form for each installation
location from the local We Energies representative. This information shall be used in conjunction
with sections 160.10 and 160.20 (see the next page) to determine the appropriate arrester for the
each site.

160.00.40) Arrester pressure relief/short circuit withstand rating shall meet or exceed the maximum
fault duty quoted plus any calculated contribution from customer owned generation or rotating loads
(motors) and shall meet or exceed the switchgear rating.

160.0050) Arrester expulsion elements shall not be used inside metal enclosed or metal clad
switchgear assemblies.

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160.10) Surge Arresters

SURGE ARRESTER Notes

NOMINAL CIRCUIT Duty Cycle MCOV
VOLTAGE (V) Voltage Rating (kV) Rating (kV)
3,810Y/2,200 3 2.55 1
4,160Y/2,400 3 2.55 1
8,320Y/4,800 6 5.1 1
12,470/7,200 10 8.4 1
13,200Y/7,620 10 8.4
13,800Y/7,970 10 8.4
13,200 10 8.4
13,800 15 12.7
24,940Y/14,400 18 15.3
26,400 21 17
34,500 36 29
34,500Y/19,920 27 22

Note 1: By special permission only. Please contact the local We Energies office before designing
for these voltages.

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170) Transformer Connections and Taps

170.10) Acceptable Transformer Connections for We Energies Systems.

Nominal Acceptable Transformer Connections
System 3 Wire Secondary 4 Wire Secondary
Row Voltage Primary Secondary Primary Secondary
1 *3,810/2,200V 4 Wire
*4,160/2,400V 4 Wire  
*8,320/4,800V 4 Wire
*12,470/7,200V 4 Wire
13,200/7,620V 4 Wire
13,800/7,970V 4 Wire  Y  GND Y
13,200V 3 Wire
26,400V 3 Wire
34,500V 3 Wire Y 
2 13,800V 3 Wire
See 170.10.a.  Y  GND Y
3 24,940/14,400V 4 Wire
34,500/19,920V 4 Wire
GND Y Y GND Y GND Y
See 170.10.b. Triplex Core Only Triplex Core Only

4 24,940/14,400V 4 Wire
34,500/19,920V 4 Wire  
Transformer must be
3000kVA or larger, or
be protected as  Y  GND Y
described in 170.10.b.3.

Y 
5 24,940/14,400V 4 Wire
34,500/19,920V 4 Wire
GND Y Y GND Y GND Y
Transformer must be
protected as described
in 170.10.b.3.
6 *69,000V 3 Wire
7 *138,000 V 3 Wire
*By special permission only. Please contact the local We Energies office before designing for these systems.

Table 170.10 is continued on the next page.

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170.10) (continued)

a) On the 13,800V 3 wire system, it is recommended that the Customer install three single phase
transformers connected phase–to–phase. When the We Energies distribution system is converted
to 24,940/14,400V 4 wire operation, the transformers may be reconnected in a grounded–wye
configuration (taking advantage of the high voltage taps as well).

b) On the 24,940Y/14,400 volt and 34,500Y/19,920 volt systems, transformer installations shall
have grounded–wye primary winding connections, and three phase triplex core and coil design
with grounded–wye or ungrounded–wye secondary winding connections. These restrictions are
designed to avoid ferroresonant conditions and eliminate tank heating phenomena under all
abnormal system operating conditions.
b.1) Exception 1: When banking single phase transformers connected in a grounded–wye to
grounded–wye configuration or grounded–wye to ungrounded–wye configuration.
b.2) Exception 2: When the transformer rating is 3000kVA or more, transformer connections
in Row 4 of 170.10 are acceptable.
b.3) Exception 3: When transformer(s) are protected with devices which sense the loss of source
voltage by measuring primary voltage magnitude and phase angle, and will simultaneously
disconnect all phases of the high voltage supply to the transformer(s) in the event of a loss of
phase condition. Contact the local We Energies representative for acceptability before
proceeding with this exception.
b.4) Exception 4: Where a customer presently owns and operates a system and is adding
transformation, the transformer connections on the existing equipment may be acceptable for
the new equipment (providing the connections are listed in Row 4 of 170.10). We-Energies
approval is required.

170.20) T–Connected Transformers

T–connected transformers shall not be utilized by the Customer at the We Energies supply voltage.

170.30) Transformer Taps

Each transformer shall have five full capacity primary taps with one at nominal system voltage, and
two taps at 2 1/2% above, and two taps at 2 1/2% below nominal system voltage. Customers
installing transformers supplied by We Energies 13,800 volt and 26,400 volt distribution system
shall contact We Energies for specific tap requirements prior to ordering the equipment.

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180) Station Grounding

180.10) General

180.10.10) All substation grounding shall comply with the Wisconsin and Michigan State
Electrical Codes and applicable local ordinances. The goal of a substation grounding system
design is for the preservation of human life and the protection of equipment through the control
of local potential.

180.10.20) This defines the minimum Company requirements for a grounding system; however
it is not a design guide. The customer is responsible for the complete design. The following
requirements are regarded by We Energies as minimum standards that must be met before We
Energies personnel will enter and operate a customer substation, but do not in themselves
guarantee that the design is adequate. A Company representative may add to the requirements
and recommendations according to site conditions.

180.10.30) The size of the ground conductor shall be appropriate for the magnitude of the
available fault current, the operating time of protective devices, and for sufficient mechanical
ruggedness. The minimum conductor size for the ground grid and connections to the grid,
ground rod and equipment cases shall be #1/0 copper.

180.20) Indoor Substations

180.20.10) Basement Level Substations

a) A 1/4" x 1–1/2" aluminum bar or equivalent copper bar shall be installed along all inside
walls of the vault to form a closed loop. In damp areas copper bar shall be utilized.

b) Five–eighths (5/8) inch diameter copperweld ground rods shall be driven at all vault
corners and approximately equally spaced along vault walls. Single 8–foot long rods at each
rod location are adequate. Install as many ground rods as space permits, maintaining 6–foot
typical separation between rods. Do not locate ground rods under doorways or in any other
position where they will be hazardous to people walking in the vault. All ground rods are to
be connected to the ground bus.

180.20.20) Above Basement Level

a) A 1/4" x 1–1/2" aluminum bar or equivalent copper bar shall be installed along all inside
walls to form a closed loop. In damp areas copper bar should be utilized.

b) The ground bar referred to in 180.20.20.a) shall be bonded to building steel in at least four
places. The frames of all major equipment shall be bonded to building steel.

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180.30) Outdoor Substations

180.30.10) A grid is required under the entire area substation, consisting of bare–stranded copper
cable buried 18 to 24 inches below the soil rough grade . The grid conductors shall be placed 15
feet apart or less depending on soil resistivity. In areas in which We Energies suspects high–
resistivity soil, such a quarry, step and touch potential calculations shall be provided with the
approval drawings per IEEE 80. A 4–ft by 2 ft grounding mesh is an acceptable supplement to
the grid in the absence of these calculations. When required, the supplemental mesh must be
installed on top of the rough grade, just under the crushed stone layer. Within the grid, cables
connecting ground rods should be laid in parallel lines and uniformly spaced. They should be
located, where practical, along rows of structures or equipment to facilitate the making of ground
connections. These rows are to be interconnected at various points including the peripheral cable
to form a grid. Interconnecting conductor size should not be less than that of the ground bus or
grid.

180.30.20) Five–eighths (5/8) inch diameter copperweld ground rods shall be driven to a depth
of 8 feet or more at all ground grid corners and approximately equally spaced along the grid
perimeter. All ground rods are to be connected to the grid conductors.

180.30.30) A layer of gravel or crushed stone (minimum 6 inches in depth) shall be placed over
the entire grid to establish the finished grade.

180.30.40) A buried ground conductor shall encircle all switchgear and transformers within 18
inches of the edge of the equipment enclosure, at a burial depth of at least 18 inches but less than
24 inches.

180.40) Equipment and Structures – Indoor and Outdoor Stations

All noncurrent–carrying metallic parts which might accidentally become energized or statically
charged (such as switchgear enclosures, metal structures, building steel, transformer tanks, metal
railings, housings, and guards, oil circuit breaker tanks and circuit neutrals) shall be connected to the
grid or ground bus in a minimum of two locations by conductors of adequate capacity and
mechanical ruggedness. The grid or ground bus should also be connected to any metallic water pipe,
metallic drain or sewer pipe located in the station area. Connection shall be made at two points on
the pipe at least 20 feet apart and shall consist of a conductor not less than the size of the ground
bus.

180.50) Substation Fences

The metal fence surrounding an outdoor open–type substation shall be grounded in accordance with
all applicable electrical codes. Of primary concern in the design of a fence grounding system is the
reduction of potentials which could prove hazardous to persons within the fence enclosure or
approaching from outside.

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180.50.10) Fence Ground Interconnected With Station Ground Grid

a) Consideration shall be given to interconnecting the station ground grid with the fence
grounds at frequent intervals.

b) The station ground grid shall be extended 2 feet beyond the substation fence. All corner
and gate posts, as well as fence posts shall be connected to the grid.

c) All metallic fence parts that might accidentally become energized or statically charged
must be metallically connected together. At each entrance gate a buried ground conductor
loop connected at each end to the perimeter fence ground conductor shall be placed so as to
form a rectangle which encompasses an area extending at least 18 inches beyond the gate
swing.

180.50.20) Fence Ground Isolated From Station Ground Grid

a) If the Customer elects to isolate the fence ground system from the station ground grid, a
potential difference may be present between the station equipment and the fence during fault
conditions.

b) Under this condition, a minimum separation of 6 feet shall be maintained between the
fence and the nearest station ground conductor, grounded equipment, or structure.

180.60) Property Fence

180.60.10) These requirements are in addition to grounding requirements for substation fences
(Item F above). Where a metallic property fence is attached to, or passes within 6 feet of a
substation fence, it becomes an extension of the substation fence and must be treated
accordingly.

180.60.20) Metal property fences installed on the Customer's property shall be grounded to
ground rods installed one foot inside the fence at corner posts, gate posts, and at posts on each
side of an overhead transmission or distribution line crossing. No connection with the substation
ground system is necessary where a minimum separation of 6 feet is maintained between the
substation fence and metallic property fence. A buried conductor connecting gateposts is
recommended. Fence isolation sections may be utilized to electrically isolate extended sections
of property fence from the substation.

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180.70) Outdoor Group–Operated Switches

In outdoor stations utilizing load break switches mounted on wood poles or metal structure, a three–
foot by four–foot metallic grating shall be installed on the surface where a person stands when
operating the switch. This section of grating shall be connected to the ground grid and the switch
operating linkage as close as is practical to the handle. A minimum of #1/0 Cu conductor shall be
used for this connection.

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190) Protective Grounding

190.10) General
The following requirements shall be used as a guide for determining when and where provisions are
needed for the attachment of temporary grounds.

190.10.10) Protection of personnel and property is the primary reason for the attachment of
temporary grounds. Hazardous potential differences can exist between apparently de–energized
electrical conductors or current–carrying parts of equipment and some other point. These
potential differences may exist if the conductor is either accidentally energized or becomes
charged because of its proximity to other energized conductors. Proper grounding and bonding
will effectively eliminate such hazards.

190.10.20) Wisconsin and Michigan's State Electrical Codes and company operating practices
dictate that de–energized conductors and other current–carrying equipment parts shall be
grounded during the time construction or maintenance work is being done on them. Such
grounding is generally accomplished by connecting a temporary ground cable assembly between
the conductor and some grounded point. Under certain conditions, special provisions for the
attachment to equipment such as grounding switches may be required where the use of
individual ground cables would be impractical or hazardous.

190.10.30) The customer shall install "adequate grounding provisions" in each customer
substation.

190.10.40) The Company requirements which follow do not cover every situation where grounds
might be needed. However, by using the specific requirements included herein as a guide and
with an understanding of the hazards involved if grounds are not applied, "adequate provisions"
can be made at locations not specifically covered. Each potential source shall be isolated by a
visible open from the work area. In addition, safety grounds shall be installed between the visible
open and the work area. This document is intended to describe the equipment to meet those
criteria.

190.10.50) In some substations grounds can be attached directly to the equipment or conductors.
However, because of the limitation in ground clamp range and physical clearances required for
safe installation of such clamps, special provisions (ground attachment details) must be made in
certain cases for the attachment of ground cable assemblies. Such special provisions (ground
attachment details) are also required for bus conductors of special shapes, such as rectangular
bar, angle, channel, etc., and at certain locations to make the application of grounds more
convenient.

190.10.60) All grounding provisions installed by the customer shall be located so as to render
them accessible for safe and convenient application of ground cable assemblies.

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190.10.70) The Customer shall provide and install Company–approved grounding provisions for
each incoming line (overhead service conductor or underground service cable). Refer to drawing
190.910.

190.10.80) Unless otherwise specified or permitted, such grounding provisions shall consist of a
ground attachment detail permanently attached to each incoming line conductor at a conveniently
accessible point on the line side of the Customer's main disconnect and ground bracket(s) located
within the incoming line section and permanently connected to the station ground bus.

190.10.90) Refer to drawings 190.920, 190.930, and 190.940 for material specifications on the
ground details and brackets.

190.20) Grounding Provisions for Specific Equipment

Applications for which basic requirements for line grounding provisions differ from those indicated
above are outlined in the following paragraphs:

190.20.10) "Draw–out" Circuit Breakers

a) When "draw–out" circuit breakers are used for service switching and overcurrent
protection at customer substations, the customer shall provide a three–pole ground/test device.

b) The ground test device is racked into a compartment in place of the circuit breaker,
providing access to the completely insulated switchgear bus conductors for line grounding,
bus grounding, low–voltage phase identification, and live–line phasing. Ground cable
assemblies and ground brackets are used to complete the connections between the line or bus
conductors and the substation ground system. An additional ground/test device may be
required in some configurations .

c) Ground test devices must allow for the connection of We-energies ground cables from the
device to a ground detail.

190.20.20) Stationary–Mounted Circuit Breakers

In all customer substations using stationary–mounted circuit breakers for service protection, the
Customer shall install ground attachment facilities on both line and load side of the breaker.
These facilities can generally be installed on the breaker bushings or isolation disconnect
switches. Ground brackets connected to the station ground bus are required for each set of
attachment facilities.

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190.20.40) Power Fuses

The customer equipment shall accommodate grounding on both supply and load side of power
fuses which cannot be replaced by means of a switch stick (due to weight, lack of accessibility,
or the style of the fuse mount). These accommodations shall consist of ground attachment details
installed on the supply side and load side terminals of each fuse mounting. Further, the fuse bay
shall contain ground brackets totaling a minimum of 18". The ground brackets shall be connected
to the station ground bus. These details are to accommodate safe and expeditious fuse
replacement.
Exception: Supply side grounding details are not required if the equipment has slide in isolating
barriers for the fuses (or switch – if located in the same compartment).

190.30) Grounding Cable Assemblies

190.30.10) All ground details shall be usable with We-Energies large duckbill clamp. Customer
supplied ground cables cannot be used.

190.30.40) When required to provide ground cable assemblies, the Customer shall also provide
suitable storage facilities for such devices. When not in use, ground cable assemblies should be
stored appropriately for accessibility and protection from the elements.

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190.910
Grounding Facilities in Metal–Enclosed Switchgear Service Conductor Entrance Bays

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190.920
Power Fuse Ground Attachment Detail

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190.930
3–1/2" Ground Attachment Detail, 4–1/2" Depth and 7" Depth

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190.940
12" Ground Bracket

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195) Capacitors

195.00.10) The installation of shunt capacitors for power factor correction in customer substations
can have undesirable effects upon We Energies supply and customers distribution system. Care
should be taken when specifying capacitors. During off peak conditions, an excessive voltage rise or
a leading power factor can occur. If the capacitors are switched, a voltage dip, light flicker, high
frequency ringing, etc. are possible. Switching can also result in over and under voltages which can
cause variable speed drives to shut down. In some applications, capacitors may provide a low
impedance path for harmonics which may result in operation of protective devices. Harmonics may
contribute to a "loss of life" for capacitors. It is suggested that customers have some knowledge of
their harmonic levels, or pursue a harmonic analysis prior to specifying capacitors. No general
limitations on capacitor size can be made, since the factors which produce these effects vary with
the location of the customer's substation, characteristics of the customers load, etc.

195.00.20) The customer shall obtain approval from We Energies for the installation of shunt
capacitors. We Energies may place restrictions on the use of these capacitors with respect to voltage
regulation, telephone interference or other factors. Capacitors operating at lower voltages which are
switched with individual loads are exempt from any restrictions.

195.00.30) Shunt capacitors connected to three–phase, three–wire systems are not grounded to:
 avoid possible interference with telephone equipment,
 obtain better compensation for unbalanced voltages.
It may be necessary, however, to ground shunt capacitors installed at certain locations on the three–
phase, three–wire systems to obtain proper coordination of protective devices.

195.00.40) Shunt capacitors installed on 13,200 volt, 13,800 volt, 26,400 volt, 34,500 volt, 69,000
volt, and 138,000 volt three–phase, three–wire systems shall be wye–connected for ungrounded
operation.

197) Parallel Generation

The Customer shall contact We Energies for specific requirements concerning power quality,
relaying, liability and safety.

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200) Service Conductors

200.10) General

200.10.10) For the purpose of this discussion, service conductors are the electrical supply line(s),
overhead or underground, which are installed, owned, and maintained by the Company between
its distribution system and the Customer's substation. These conductors are installed, owned, and
maintained by the Company even though in some cases the Customer may be required to make a
financial contribution toward their cost.

200.10.20) The following paragraphs are intended to provide the Customer with general
information relative to the Company's requirements for termination of service conductors and to
designate a point at which division of ownership occurs. The Company will provide additional
supplementary details as required, especially where underground services are involved.

200.20) Overhead Service Conductors

200.20.10) Overhead service conductors are terminated on a deadend structure provided by the
Customer. The Company will provide the following data for each overhead service to a
substation to assist the Customer in the design of an appropriate deadend structure.

a) Approximate heavy loaded tension for each conductor associated with the service.

b) Required conductor spacing and configuration at point of attachment.

c) Minimum attachment height necessary to provide adequate clearance for service

conductors.

200.20.20) Customer shall provide and install a deadend structure of adequate size and structural
strength consistent with data furnished by the Company.

200.20.30) Where such deadend structures are constructed of wood, the Customer need not
provide additional termination details. The Company will drill the necessary holes and furnish
and install all required attachment hardware.

200.20.40) Where steel deadend structures are employed, the Customer shall furnish and install
suitable attachment provisions.

200.30) Underground Service Conductors

The Company will generally provide, install and terminate the incoming service lateral cable(s)
when the supply to a Customer substation is underground. The following paragraphs outline specific
Company requirements for representative installations:

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200.30.10) Cubicle–Type Substations Consisting of Metal–Clad or Metal–Enclosed

Switchgear Supplied Via Single Conductor Direct Burial Service Lateral Cable or Single
Conductor Lead Jacketed Cables
The Customer shall furnish and install the following facilities for entry and termination of
underground service lateral(s):

a) Terminal pad with NEMA standard two–hole drilling on which service lateral cables are to
be terminated. The Company will connect service lateral cables to Customer's terminal pad
with a NEMA standard two–hole cable lug. Such terminal pads shall be located no less than
25" for 26,400 Volts and below and 30" for 34,500 Volts above terminal compartment floor
or bottom of cable trench (where present).

b) Where service lateral cables are to be terminated six feet or more above the bottom of the
cable trench or cubicle compartment floor, a structural member shall be provided, securely
fastened to the terminal compartment walls complete with appropriate drilling to receive
service lateral cable clamps. Cable clamp supporting member shall be located three feet
minimum and four feet maximum below the center line of cable termination pads. Refer to
200.40.20 to determine required cable clamp drilling.

c) Station ground bus to be extended to the vicinity of cable termination. We Energies will
furnish and install the materials necessary for bonding the service lateral concentric strands or
lead sheath to the station ground bus.

d) Access to the service lateral termination compartment(s) shall be by hinged door(s) with
screen doors at the front or rear of the switchgear. We Energies will provide the necessary
padlock(s).

e) An 8’ working space in front of cable termination shall be clear of all obstructions. This
working space is for the installation and maintenance of the de–energized termination.
Equipment mounted in front of the termination point shall be removable to permit proper
installation of service lateral cables.

f) Service lateral conduit. Conduit shall enter switchgear from the bottom. Top and side
entrances are not permitted.

g) Indoor Substation Application Only

g.1) Cable pulling anchors (see 200.40.30 and 200.40.40), installed at the locations
specified by the Company.

g.2) Customer substations located below grade shall be provided with a 12–inch wide by
6–inch (minimum) deep cable trench in the floor as specified by the Company. Depth of

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trench required for specific installation shall be such as to meet the requirements of item
(a) above. Only the Company's incoming line cables shall be allowed in this trench.
Exposed portions of this trench shall be covered with removable "checker plate" consistent
with conditions encountered. Size requirements for opening in basement or foundation
walls are shown in 200.30.50.

g.3) Customer substations located at grade level shall be provided with service entrance
conduit as specified by the Company.

g.4) When indoor customer substations are not located adjacent to an outside wall or not at
or below ground level, the Customer shall furnish and install the required service lateral
conduit encased in concrete as specified by the Company.

h) (Outdoor Substation Application Only) The Customer shall furnish and install, according
to Company specifications, that portion of the service lateral conduit which is beneath the
switchgear foundation or pad.

200.30.20) Cubicle–Type Substations Consisting of Metal–Clad or Metal–Enclosed

Switchgear Supplied Via Three Conductor Lead Jacketed Cable.
The Customer shall furnish and install the following facilities for entry and termination of
underground service lateral(s):

a) Pothead(s) for termination of service lateral cable(s) complete with aerial lugs and
connections to cubicle bus. Pothead(s) shall be mounted in incoming line terminal
compartment so as to provide a 32–inch minimum clearance between bottom of the pothead
wiping bell and the bottom of the cable trench or cubicle compartment floor. Pothead(s) shall
be as specified by We Energies.

b) Where the service lateral termination pothead(s) is/are to be mounted six feet or more
above the cubicle compartment floor or bottom of cable trench, provisions shall be made for
installation of cable support bracket(s). Such provisions shall consist of a structural member
securely fastened to cubicle walls drilled to receive a cable support bracket. For three
conductor lead covered cable, refer to drawing 200.40.10 for the required cable support
drilling. These drillings shall be located at a point 3 feet minimum and 4 feet maximum below
the pothead wiping bell. One cable support for each service lateral cable will be provided and
installed by We Energies

c) Station ground bus to be extended in the vicinity of pothead mounting. We Energies will
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d) Access to the service lateral termination compartment(s) shall be by hinged door(s) with
screen doors at the front or rear of the switchgear. We Energies will provide the necessary
padlock(s).

e) An 8’ working space in front of pothead mounting shall be clear of all obstructions. This
working space is for the installation and maintenance of the de–energized pothead
termination. Equipment mounted in front of the pothead shall be removable to permit
installation of the pothead.

f) Service lateral conduit. Conduit shall enter switchgear from the bottom. Top or side
entrances are not permitted.

g) Indoor Substation Application Only

g.1) Cable pulling anchors (see 200.40.30 and 200.40.40), shall be installed at the locations
specified by We Energies.

g.2) Customer substations below grade shall be provided with a 12–inch wide by 6–inch
(minimum) deep cable trench in the floor as specified by We Energies The trench depth
required for the specific installation shall be such as to meet the requirements of item (a)
above. Only the We Energies incoming line cables shall be allowed in this trench. Exposed
portions of this trench shall be covered with removable "checker" plate consistent with
conditions encountered. The floor trench shall extend from beneath the foundation or
basement wall entrance to the pothead entrance. Floor trench serving one cubicle shall not
be routed through another cubicle. Size requirements for openings in basement or
foundation walls are shown in 200.30.50. The location of this opening shall be as specified
by We Energies.

g.3) Customer substations at grade level shall be provided with conduit as specified by We
Energies

g.4) When indoor customer substations are not located adjacent to an outside wall or not at
or below ground level, the Customer shall furnish and install the required service lateral
conduit encased in concrete as specified by We Energies.

h) (Outdoor Substation Application Only) The Customer shall furnish and install, according
to We Energies specifications, that portion of the service lateral conduit that is beneath the
switchgear foundation or pad.

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200.30.30) Outdoor Substation Constructed on Open Framework and Supplied Via Lead–
Jacketed or Direct Buried Service Lateral Cable.
The Customer shall furnish and install the following facilities for entry and termination of
underground service lateral(s):

a) A pothead support consisting of a structural framework complete with appropriate drilling

capable of supporting the weight of the pothead and the service lateral cable. The pothead
support shall be located at the height above final grade specified by We Energies. Potheads
shall be as specified by We Energies based upon the size and type cable to be used.

b) Working space in front of pothead mounting provisions shall be clear of all obstructions
for a distance of four feet.

c) Station ground bus shall be extended to the vicinity of pothead mounting. We Energies will
furnish and install materials necessary for bonding of service lateral cable sheath to the
ground bus.

d) Structural framework complete with appropriate drilling to receive service lateral cable
support bracket(s) at a point 4'6" below center line of pothead mounting provisions. Refer to
drawings 200.40.10 and 200.40.20 to determine the required cable support drilling. One cable
support for each service lateral cable will be provided and installed by We Energies.

e) Connecting leads from pothead aerial lug terminals to substation bus.

f) When slab–type structural foundations are to be used, the Customer shall furnish and
install, as specified by We Energies, that portion of the service lateral conduit which is
beneath the foundation.

200.30.40) Special Equipment or Construction

The Company shall be consulted to obtain specific requirements for equipment and construction
which cannot be classified in any of the above categories.

200.30.50) Size requirements for openings in basements or foundation walls.

Number Vertical Size Horizontal Size
of Ducts of Wall Opening of Wall Opening
1 12" 12"
2 12" 18"
3 18" 18"

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200.40.10
Cable Support Drilling Detail for Lead Jacketed Cable

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200.40.20
Cable Support Drilling Detail for Direct Buried Cable

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200.40.30
Cable Pulling Anchor Detail

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200.40.40
Installation of Cable Pulling Anchor

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210) Routes, Easements and Space Requirements for Service Conductors

210.00.10) When a Customer's substation is remote from We Energies distribution circuits, the
service conductors are extended across private property to the Customer's service entrance
equipment located either outdoors or within a building.

210.00.20) It is important in planning the route for incoming circuit(s) to avoid conflicts with the
Customer's operations and existing or future underground or overhead structures.

210.00.30) We Energies will select the route over which service conductors will traverse between
its distribution system and the Customer's substation.

210.00.40) This will generally be the most direct, practical and readily accessible route available
consistent with existing conditions.

210.00.50) The Customer shall furnish the necessary easement and tree trimming rights to enable
We Energies to construct, operate and maintain the service entrance conductors in accordance with
its specifications. (Easement documents and associated exhibits will be prepared by We Energies
for the Customer's signature.)

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220 Metering

220.10) General
Metering of the incoming service will normally be accomplished by the installation of a loss
compensating system on the low voltage side of the customer transformer(s). For certain
applications, installation of metering instrument transformers at the service voltage may be
advantageous to both We Energies and to the Customer. These instrument transformers are typically
connected directly after the main service disconnect switch. The appropriate method and location of
metering facilities will be determined by We Energies on an individual basis. This determination
will be based on overall installation cost, reliability, and the Customer's future plans for revision and
expansion. Please contact the local We Energies Service Center to determine whether high voltage
(primary) or low voltage (secondary) side metering will be used.

220.20) Metering at Service Voltages Above 600V

220.20.10) Metering Instrument Transformers

a) Instrument transformers supplied by We Energies shall be mounted by the Customer. In

addition, the Customer shall make all necessary primary connections to such devices. If
subsequent replacement of these devices should become necessary because of equipment
failure, We Energies will perform the mounting and connection operations. The instrument
transformers shall be oriented such that the secondary connection compartments face the front
of the switchgear compartment.

b) Where indicated in the illustrations, the grounding terminals of voltage and current
transformers shall be grounded. For voltage transformers, the neutral (N2) conductor shall not
serve as a ground. A separate conductor, #1/0 copper minimum, is required.

c) The metering current and voltage transformers shall be connected on the load side of the
Customer's main service disconnect.

d) The voltage transformers shall be connected on the line side of the metering current
transformers.

e) Outdoor metering installations involving the use of instrument transformers at 24,900,

26,400 or 34,500 Volts require primary voltage transformer fuses. Additionally, current
limiting fuses are required for outdoor use of instrument transformers at 26,400 or 34,500
Volts.

f) When separate primary fuses or current limiting fuses are required for metering voltage
transformers, they shall be installed and connected by the Customer. We Energies will

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provide these fuses and their mountings, and will furnish specific guidelines for the proper
placement of these fuses.

g) The instrument transformers shall not be used to support the bus bars or as a bus insulator.

h) The Customer shall obtain the required metering instrument transformers from the local
We Energies office. Arrangements for the Customer to pickup this equipment shall be made
through the local We Energies service center.

i) Exception: If the Customer desires factory installation of metering instrument transformers

when such units are to be placed in metal–clad or metal–enclosed switchgear, We Energies
will, when instructed to do so, forward them to the manufacturer. Customer instructions for
such an arrangement shall be directed to the local We Energies service center as early as
possible. This allows We Energies to reserve specific transformers for the job, thereby
allowing the manufacturer to design the metering cubicle accordingly. Instructions shall
include the following:
 Name of the switchgear manufacturer
 Specific address of plant to which units are to be shipped
 Name and title of the individual to whom the units are to be directed
 Customer's purchase order number (for reference)
 Approximate date by which units will be required at factory

We Energies will exercise every effort to assure prompt and safe delivery of instrument
transformers to the manufacturer, but will not assume responsibility for delays caused by loss
or damage of such equipment in transit.

220.20.20) Associated Metering Equipment

a) The Customer shall provide and install suitable meter mounting devices as specified
below. The meter mounting devices and conduit shall be bonded and grounded in
accordance with the Wisconsin or Michigan State Electrical Codes and applicable local
ordinances. All conduit shall be galvanized rigid or galvanized intermediate. Meter
mounting devices shall be located and mounted in accordance with the We Energies
"General Information" section of the Electric Service and Metering Manual, and conform
to the "General Requirements of Meter Mounting Devices" in Section D (except only the
transformer rated meter sockets listed in 220.20.20.c are permitted for primary rate
accounts. The sockets in 220.20.20.c have sufficient room to accommodate the cellular
telephone connections).

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b) Meter mounting devices shall consist of a Transformer Rated Meter Socket from
220.20.20.c and a waterproof, sealable, enclosure with minimum inside dimensions of 20"
x 20" x 8" containing a 3/4" wood mounting board. The connection between the meter
socket and the enclosure is to be made with 3/4" galvanized rigid or galvanized
intermediate conduit. See 220.20.35
Exception: When the switchgear is equipped with integral meter mounting provisions as
described in 220.20.30.d.

c) Acceptable transformer rated meter sockets for customer substations.

Socket Catalog Numbers
Supplier 3–Phase, 3–Wire 3–Phase, 4–Wire
Erickson W–330 W–340–SS
Meter Devices 601U3128A8–302 601U3128A13–303
RJB MS2033–8 MS2034–13

d) The Customer shall install 1¼" galvanized rigid or galvanized intermediate conduit
between the meter socket and the instrument transformer location. The conduit run shall be
exposed where practical and may be up to 40 feet in length without approval from We
Energies.

e) All required revenue meters, metering conductors or cables, test switches, relays and
other equipment not previously mentioned will be furnished and installed by We Energies.

220.20.30) Metering Cubicle Unit for Metal–Clad or Metal–Enclosed Switchgear

Applications

a) The Customer shall furnish and install a We Energies approved metering cubicle unit
where We Energies metering instrument transformers are to be mounted. This unit shall be
specifically designed for metering equipment only, and no devices other than those required
for support and connection of metering instrument transformers will be permitted.

b) Switchgear enclosure surfaces shall not be used as physical support for metering
equipment or any other items unless specifically designed for that purpose.

c) For cubical–type installations with remote meter enclosures, the required meter conduit
shall be terminated inside the cubicle containing instrument transformers with an appropriate
conduit bonding bushing. The We Energies preferred location for this conduit is the front
third of the metering cubicle compartment in an unobstructed area. Contact the switchgear
manufacturer for a more precise location for this conduit.

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d) The Customer may choose to provide meter mounting space (within the metering cubicle).
This compartment shall have minimum dimensions of 44” high x 30” wide x 14” deep. This
space shall be completely separated from all high voltage equipment by hinged screen doors.

e) Where two metering cubicles are provided as part of one switchgear lineup, and space is
provided for mounting meters in those cubicles, conduit shall be run between the metering
cubicles. This conduit shall be 1¼" galvanized rigid or galvanized intermediate and shall be
terminated in each cubicle and appropriately bonded.

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220.20.35
Typical Arrangement of the Transformer Rated Meter Socket
and the Cellular Telephone Enclosure

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220.20.40) Metering Instrument Transformer Arrangement for Outdoor, Open–Type

Substations 34,500 Volts and Below

a) Where the substation design utilizes a wood structure, the required 1¼" meter conduit shall
be terminated on a vertical column (pole) of the structure on which metering instrument
transformers are located. The termination shall be made at a point 8 feet above finished grade.
We Energies will provide and install the necessary support and termination materials for
extension of the metering cable beyond this point.

b) Where the substation design utilizes a steel structure, 1" minimum conduit shall
interconnect the secondary terminal boxes of all metering instrument transformers. 1¼"
minimum size metering conduit shall be used between the meter enclosure and the first
conduit body junction point.

c) See 220.40 for additional requirements.

220.20.50) Street Light Transclosures

Meter enclosures used for housing metering associated with street light transclosures shall have a
minimum depth of 10½" to accommodate time of use meters.

220.30) Loss Compensated Metering

220.30.10) At installations where secondary side metering is chosen by We Energies, the

revenue meter will be programmed to electronically compensate for the Customer's transformer
and line losses. For these applications, the Customer shall be required to provide We Energies
with a certified test report of the power transformer to ensure accurate compensation.

220.30.20) Approved meter mounting devices for installations metered at 600 volts or below are
identical to the devices specified for metering above 600 volts and are listed in 220.20.20.c. All
other requirements for installations metered at 600 volts or below are detailed in the Electric
Service and Metering Manual.

220.40) Illustrations

220.40.00) The following illustrations show examples of typical metering instrument transformer
installations in Customer owned metal enclosed or metal clad substations and in Customer–
owned outdoor open–type substations for all We Energies system voltages.

220.40.10) Metering switchgear units for application on 3 phase 4 wire system voltages of 4,160
Volts and below.

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220.40.20) Metering switchgear units for application on 3 phase 3 wire and 3 phase 4 wire
system voltages above 4160 Volts up to and including 13,800 Volts.

220.40.30) Metering switchgear units for application on 3 phase 4 wire distribution system
voltages above 13,800 Volts, up to and including 24,900 Volts.

220.40.40) Metering switchgear units for application on 3 phase 3 wire and 3 phase 4 wire
system voltages above 13,800 Volts up to and including 26,400 Volts.

220.40.50) Metering switchgear units for application on 3 phase 3 wire and 3 phase 4 wire 34.5
kV systems where available.

220.40.60) Outdoor metering structure for 3 phase 4 wire distribution system voltages 15kV and
below

220.40.70) Outdoor metering structure for the 24.9kV 3 phase 4 wire distribution system.

220.40.80) Outdoor metering structure for the 26.4kV and 34.5kV 3 phase 3 wire and 3 phase 4
wire systems.

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220.40.10
5kV Metering Switchgear Unit
3–Phase 4–Wire Services — Typical Arrangement

Grounding details on the current transformers shall be interconnected and grounded using a
minimum conductor size of 1/0 copper.
Grounding details on the voltage transformers shall be interconnected and grounded using a
minimum conductor size of 1/0 copper.

4.5 Inches
3.0 Inches
2.0 Inches
60kV BIL
5kV Metering Switchgear
Required Minimum Clearances

Phase to Ground
Phase to Barrier
Phase to Phase

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220.40.20
15 kV Metering Switchgear Unit
3–Phase 3–Wire and 3–Phase 4–Wire Services — Typical Arrangement

Grounding details on the current transformers shall be interconnected and grounded using a
minimum conductor size of 1/0 copper.
Grounding details on the voltage transformers shall be interconnected and grounded using a
minimum conductor size of 1/0 copper.

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220.40.30
25 kV Metering Switchgear Unit
3–Phase 4–Wire Services — Typical Arrangement

Grounding details on the current transformers shall be interconnected and grounded using a
minimum conductor size of 1/0 copper.
Grounding details on the voltage transformers shall be interconnected and grounded using a
minimum conductor size of 1/0 copper.

125kV BIL
10.5 Inches
7.5 Inches
2.5 Inches
24.9kV Metering Switchgear
Required Minimum Clearances

Phase to Ground
Phase to Barrier
Phase to Phase

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220.40.40
26.4 kV Metering Switchgear Unit
3–Phase 3–Wire and 3–Phase 4–Wire Services — Typical Arrangement

Grounding details on the current transformers shall be interconnected and grounded using a
minimum conductor size of 1/0 copper.
Grounding details on the voltage transformers shall be interconnected and grounded using a
minimum conductor size of 1/0 copper.

150kV BIL
12.5 Inches
9.5 Inches
2.5 Inches
125kV BIL
10.5 Inches
7.5 Inches
2.5 Inches
26.4kV Metering Switchgear
Required Minimum Clearances

Phase to Ground
Phase to Barrier
Phase to Phase

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220.40.50
34.5 kV Metering Switchgear Unit
3–Phase 3–Wire and 3–Phase 4–Wire Services — Typical Arrangement

Grounding details on the current transformers shall be interconnected and grounded using a
minimum conductor size of 1/0 copper.
Grounding details on the voltage transformers shall be interconnected and grounded using a
minimum conductor size of 1/0 copper.

200kV BIL

3.0 Inches
18 Inches
13 Inches
150kV BIL
12.5 Inches
9.5 Inches
3.0 Inches
34.5kV Metering Switchgear
Required Minimum Clearances

Phase to Ground
Phase to Barrier
Phase to Phase

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220.40.60
System Voltages 15kV and Below: 3–Phase 3–Wire and 3–Phase 4–Wire Services
Primary Metering Structure for Outdoor Open Style Substations — Typical Arrangement
Note 1: Grounding details on the current transformers shall be interconnected and grounded
using a minimum conductor size of 1/0 copper.
Note 2: Grounding details on the voltage transformers shall be interconnected and grounded
using a minimum conductor size of 1/0 copper.
Note 3: This clearance may be reduced to 9’0” if the installation is within a substation
enclosure as described in Section 250.

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220.40.70
Distribution System Voltages 25kV and Below 3–Phase 4–Wire Services
Primary Metering Structure for Outdoor Open Style Substations — Typical Arrangement

Note 1: Grounding details on the current transformers shall be interconnected and grounded
using a minimum conductor size of 1/0 copper.
Note 2: Grounding details on the voltage transformers shall be interconnected and grounded
using a minimum conductor size of 1/0 copper.
Note 3: This clearance may be reduced to 9’6” if the installation is within a substation
enclosure as described in Section 250.

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220.40.80
System Voltages 26.4kV and 34.5kV, 3–Phase 3–Wire and 3–Phase 4–Wire Services
Primary Metering Structure for Outdoor Open Style Substations — Typical Arrangement

Note 1: Grounding details on the current transformers shall be interconnected and grounded
using a minimum conductor size of 1/0 copper.
Note 2: Grounding details on the voltage transformers shall be interconnected and grounded
using a minimum conductor size of 1/0 copper.
Note 3: When using wood pole and crossarm construction, the ground lead for the voltage
transformers shall form a loop which ties the driven ground rods together or connects to the
ground system inside the substation.
Note 4: The fault current limiting fuse terminal shall not rest on the voltage transformer
insulation.
Note 5: This clearance may be reduced to 9’6” (26.4kV systems) or 9’10” (34.5kV systems) if
the installation is within a substation enclosure as described in Section 250.

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230) Clearance and Spacing

230.10) General
Customer substations shall be constructed in accordance with the requirements of the Wisconsin
and/or Michigan State Electrical Codes (all volumes) and applicable local codes or ordinances with
respect to live part clearances, spacing of equipment and conductors, and working space. This
includes meeting all minimum clearances for live parts as listed in NEC 490–24.

230.20) Operating Space for Open–Type Fuse Installations

For metering voltage transformer fuses, the customer shall provide inside the substation a clear,
level area, which extends three feet outside each outboard fuse mounting and a minimum of six feet
out from the face of the mounting structure. In addition to the space required to operate the fuses,
the substation design shall provide an area adjacent to the fuse structure in which to assemble, raise,
and lower the switch stick. The switch stick should be two feet shorter than the distance from grade
to the lower support point or lower hinge point of the fuse. The clear area shall be four feet wide and
four feet longer than the switch stick, both in ground area and in the path of the stick as it is raised.

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240) Signs and Identification

240.10) General

240.10.10) The Customer shall provide a schedule of nameplates and signs for We Energies
acceptance prior to construction of substation. Such schedule shall clearly indicate the inscription
of each sign or nameplate, and specify the intended location of each.

240.10.20) To cover unusual installations We Energies may require additional signs and
markings at the time of installation.

240.20) Location

240.20.10) Signs used to identify equipment are mounted either directly on the equipment or on
the station structure close to the equipment identified.

240.20.20) Signs shall not hinder the operation of equipment, reduce electrical clearances or in
any way present a hazard.

240.20.30) Danger and Caution signs shall be located so that there is sufficient time to read the
warning before encountering the hazard.

240.20.40) Signs giving operating instructions shall be conspicuously located at the operating
point either on or near the equipment involved.

240.30) Minimum Sign Requirements for Typical Customer Substations

Before the substation is placed in service, the Customer shall furnish the signs for the style of
substation listed in 240.30.10 or 240.30.20.

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240.30.10) Signs for Outdoor Open Type Substations:

DESCRIPTION LOCATION
No Admittance Outside face of all entrance gates or doors in
station fence or enclosure.
Danger High Voltage Outside face of station fence or enclosure
spaced not more than 40 ft. apart.
Phase Identification Letters A, B, and C Adjacent to deadend attachment or potheads
of all incoming lines.
CAUTION: Do Not Open Any Disconnect On structure near disconnect switches or
Switches When Carrying Load disconnecting type fuses in a conspicuous
or place.
CAUTION: Do Not Open Any Disconnect
Fuses When Carrying Load
Incoming Line Loadbreak Switch or Incoming On or near service loadbreak switch
Line Circuit Breaker operating handle or service circuit breaker.

240.30.20) Signs for Indoor or Outdoor Substations Consisting of Metal–Enclosed Switchgear

With Loadbreak Switches and Fuses, or With Draw–Out Circuit Breakers
DESCRIPTION LOCATION
NOTICE: Keep This Doorway Free of Outside face of each gate or door specifically
Obstructions At All Times provided as an entrance or exit from station
enclosure or vault.
DANGER: High Voltage On all doors which give access to high voltage
components.
Incoming Line Termination On door which gives access to an incoming
line termination, but the associated load break
switch.
Incoming Line Loadbreak Switch Center of front door on all incoming line
compartments which contain the designated
equipment.
L.B. XXX (A two to five digit number as Above loadbreak switch operating handle on
designated by We Energies) all incoming line compartments which contain
operable loadbreak switches
Service Fuses Center of door on compartment which
contains the designated equipment.
We Energies Meters Center of door on compartment which
contains the designated equipment.
We Energies Metering Transformers Center of door on compartment which
contains the designated equipment.

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250) Enclosures, Fences, and Surfacing – Outdoor Open Type Substations

250.00.10) Customer shall furnish and install a suitable fence or enclosure for outdoor, open–type
substations in accordance with the requirements of the Wisconsin and/or Michigan State Electrical
Codes (all volumes) and/or applicable local codes and ordinances.

250.00.20) Initial fence construction and final grading shall be done carefully so as to close all voids
between the bottom of fence or gate and final grade which may jeopardize the integrity of the
enclosure. Also, reasonable maintenance shall be performed, as required, to close such voids which
appear after the initial installation due to settling or erosion.

250.00.30) The Customer shall provide and install crushed limestone surfacing outside the
substation fence when the fence ground is interconnected with the station ground grid as directed in
Section 180.

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260) Metal–Enclosed and Metal–Clad Service Entrance Switchgear

260.10) General
Metal–enclosed or metal–clad switchgear assemblies are required for underground service and
shall be constructed in accordance with the latest revisions of applicable ANSI, IEEE and
NEMA Standards and appropriate electrical codes.

260.20) Doors

260.20.10) All compartments containing We Energies cables, terminations and metering

equipment shall meet the ANSI C57–12.28 latest revision #14 AWG wire tamper resistance
provision.

260.20.20) All compartments shall be equipped with hinged access doors. All doors shall be
fitted with concealed hinges and be secured by a sturdy 3–point latching mechanism operated
by a single padlockable handle.

260.20.30) Doors handles on compartments in which We Energies supply cable terminate,

compartments containing service switch or breaker and compartments containing We Energies
metering transformers shall, in addition to the above requirements, accept a standard We
Energies. padlock with 21/64 inch shackle and include a single captive recessed penta–head bolt.
The door handle and penta–head bolt provision shall be designed so that:

a) The padlock shall block access to the penta–bolt.

b) The door handle cannot be operated until the padlock is removed and the penta–bolt is
loosen.

c) The padlock cannot be install until the handle is closed and the penta–bolt tightened.

260.20.40) Doors on compartments in which We Energies supply cable terminate,

compartments containing service switch or breaker and compartments containing We
Energies metering transformers shall not be secured by key or mechanical interlocks. The
service switch or breaker may have a key cylinder interlock that releases keys for downstream
devices but does not interfere with the operation of the compartment door.

260.30) Windows
Inspection windows shall be provided in the door of each compartment that contains a switch so
that the open and closed positions of all switch blades are readily discernible from the exterior of
the enclosure.

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260.40) Detachable Panels

260.40.10) Detachable panels on compartments in which We Energies supply cables terminate,

compartments containing service switches or breakers, compartments containing We Energies
metering transformers, and compartments containing unprotected bus shall be secured so they
cannot be removed from the outside of the compartment. The locking provisions shall not be
circumvented.

260.40.20) Panels secured by external fasteners using specialty drivers such as hex, torx, star or
similar do not meet the intent of this requirement.

260.50) Screen Doors

260.50.10) All compartments that contain We Energies supply cable terminations, service
switches, We Energies metering transformers and feeder fuses shall be equipped with hinged
screen doors to isolate all high voltage parts.

260.50.20) Service switch compartments equipped with slide–in isolating barriers shall be
provided with hinged split screen doors.

a) The upper screen door shall isolate only the portion of the switch above the slide–in
barrier.

b) The lower screen door shall extend from just below the upper screen door to the bottom
of the compartment.

c) The arrangement and location of the split screen doors and the isolating barriers shall
permit the installation of the isolating barriers when only the lower screen door is open.

d) Feeder Switch/fuse compartments shall be equipped with a hinged screen door isolating
only the switch. An additional hinged screen isolating the feeder fuses is required unless
the compartment door is interlocked to the feeder switch operating handle so that the main
door can be opened only with the switch open.

260.60) We-Energies Cable Termination Isolation

260.60.10) The service switch compartment(s) shall be equipped with provisions to isolate the
We-Energies cable terminations from live parts whenever the switchgear main bus can be
energized from more than one source (i.e. multiple We Energies feeders or a We Energies
feeder and customer owned generator feeder). For disconnect switches slide in barriers are
preferred.

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260.60.20) The slide–in barriers shall insert on insulated rails and slide between the stationary
and movable contacts of the disconnect switch.

260.60.30) Slide–in barriers shall be installable using a shotgun type hotstick.

260.60.40) Slide–in barriers shall be fabricated from fiberglass board material.

260.60.50) When installed the barrier shall not contact live parts.

260.60.60) Provisions to store these barriers, when not in use, shall be provided on the outside
of the screen door or on the inside of the compartment door.

260.60.70) Storage of slide–in barriers shall not obstruct the viewing window.

260.70) Insulators

260.70.10) Skirted insulators of appropriate ratings shall be used between any connection of a
live part and a grounded surface or between live parts of different phases.

260.70.20) The insulators shall be installed so that water will not pool on the skirts.

260.70.30) The insulators may be made of porcelain, cycloaliphatic epoxy resin or silicone
rubber.

260.70.40) Requirements for insulators apply to all insulators on unprotected bus which
support:

a) Interrupter switches,
b) Fuse mountings on the source side of the fuse,
c) switch push rods,
d) interphase insulators.

260.75) Clearances
The minimum clearance of live parts within metal enclosed switchgear shall be as specified below
in 260.75.10. Minimum clearance between live parts and insulated barriers shall be as specified in
260.75.20. For metal clad switchgear this requirement only applies to the We-Energies cable
terminations and metering compartment.

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260.75.10) Minimum Clearance of Live Parts (From Table 490–24 of the NEC).
Nominal Minimum Clearance of Live Parts
Voltage Impulse Withstand Phase–to–Phase Phase–to–Ground
Rating B.I.L. (kV) Indoors Indoors
(kV) Indoors Inches Inches
2.4–4.16 60 4.5 3.0
7.2 75 5.5 4.0
13.8 95 7.5 5.0
14.4 110 9.0 6.5
23 125 10.5 7.5
34.5 150 12.5 9.5
34.5 200 18.0 13.0

260.75.20) Minimum Clearances from Live Parts to Barriers.

System Class Impulse Withstand B.I.L. Minimum Phase–to–Barrier Clearance
(kV) (kV) (Inches)
5 60 1.5
15 95 1.5
15 110 2.5
25 125 2.5
29 (26.4kV Nominal) 125 2.5
29 (26.4kV Nominal) 150 2.5
35 150 3.0
35 200 3.0

260.80) Momentary Current Rating

The integrated switchgear assembly (interrupter switches, breakers, power fuses, primary bus and
enclosure) shall have a momentary current rating equal to or greater than the maximum available
short circuit current at the point of application.

260.85) Protective Grounding

All compartments shall be equipped with protective grounding facilities as described in Sections
180 and 190.

260.90) Potheads and Other Cable Terminations

Adequate space shall be provided in the incoming line terminal compartments for the installation of
potheads or other terminators (see Section 200.30 for additional detailed termination requirements).

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260.95) Accessibility to Outdoor Switchgear

Outdoor switchgear installations equipped with a weatherproof operating and maintenance aisle
shall include provisions to secure at least one entrance door with two padlocks. Removal of either
padlock shall be sufficient to gain entry. One of the two padlocks will be furnished and installed by
We Energies. The second padlock shall be provided by the Customer.
Exception: When Customers provide We Energies keys to their padlock. These keys will be kept
in key boxes furnished and installed by We Energies on the Customer's premises near the
switchgear.

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270) Indoor Substations

270.10) General

270.10.10) Each aisle or work space about substation equipment shall have a suitable means
of exit which shall be kept clear of all obstructions. If the plan of the vault and the character
and arrangement of equipment are such that an accident would close or make inaccessible a
single exit, a second exit shall be provided.

270.10.20) All personnel doors shall swing out and be equipped with full width panic bars
that are normally latched but open under simple pressure for quick escape in the event of
trouble. Von Duprin catalog number 99NL–F or functional equivalent shall be used.

270.10.30) The customer shall furnish and install sufficient lighting fixtures to provide a
minimum illumination intensity of 10 foot candles. If the room temperature is to be
maintained above 40F, fluorescent light fixtures may be used. The lighting fixtures shall be
so arranged that persons changing lamps or making repairs on the lighting system will not be
endangered by live parts or other equipment. The lighting circuit shall be supplied from a
back-up generation source, if present.

270.10.40) Only metal–enclosed equipment will be allowed in areas accessible to unqualified

persons. This equipment must conform to the switchgear requirements listed in section 260.
All other equipment must be located in an area where access to which is controlled by a lock.

270.10.50) The customer shall provide We Energies personnel 24–hour per day access to
indoor vaults for the purpose of switching and maintenance.

270.20) Vaults for We Energies’ Cable and Equipment.

270.20.05) These indoor vault requirements apply to a room in the customer’s facility in
which We Energies will install and own electrical distribution cables and/or equipment. The
customer is responsible for the structure and the environment and We Energies is responsible
for the electrical distribution equipment. For vaults containing a transformer see the We
Energies Electric Service Vault Manual, as additional requirements apply.

270.20.10) Indoor vaults shall be located so as to be easily accessible by Company personnel

to facilitate moving and operation of utility electrical distribution equipment for both initial
installation and future replacements. The customer must provide floors, doorways,
passageways and/or elevators having structural strength and clearances adequate for the
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hatchway, lift off slab, equipment well or doorway on an outside wall or ceiling of the vault
will be provided such that the equipment can be installed directly from the outdoors.

270.20.20) The size and shape of the vault in which We Energies equipment is to be installed
must be sufficient to safely operate the installed equipment, perform maintenance on such
equipment, and remove and replace such equipment, should that become necessary. The
minimum vault size and shape will be specified by the We Energies Application Engineer.

270.20.30) The vault shall be constructed according to the requirements of the Wisconsin
State Administrative Code, SPS 316 & PSC 114 or Michigan State Electrical Code. The
room shall meet the requirements of all local inspectors and local ordinances.

270.20.50) In addition to the requirements listed in Section 270.10.20, the vault will be
secured with a We Energies supplied and installed high security cylinder lock in each door.
The cylinder may be either a rim or mortise type.

270.20.60) Pipe or duct systems foreign to the electrical installation shall not enter or pass
through a vault except with written permission of the We-energies application engineer. No
system will be approved if it contains appurtenances that require maintenance.

270.20.70) Ventilation openings shall be covered with durable grating and screens or louvers
in order to avoid unsafe conditions and to restrict entrance of snow and rain. Gratings shall be
¼ to ½” mesh and made of copper, stainless steel, or heavy gauge galvanized steel.

270.20.80) The walls and roofs of vaults shall be constructed of masonry materials which
have adequate structural strength for the conditions with a minimum fire resistance of 3 hours.
The floors of vaults in contact with earth shall be concrete not less than 4 inches thick, but
when the vault is constructed with a vacant space or other rooms below it, the floor shall have
adequate structural strength for the ultimate load and a minimum fire resistance of 3 hours.

270.20.81) The use of materials which are subject to rot and/or mold growth in the presence
of moisture or which are readily flammable are not acceptable for use inside or as part of the
vault structure. Such materials include, but are not limited to: wood, drywall, foam insulation,
and plastics. PVC conduit, insulated wiring such as THHN, and plastic equipment housings
are acceptable when used as part of a system required by this manual.

270.20.82) Windows, glass panels, or glass blocks are not permissible.

270.20.90) The customer shall provide non-combustible exterior doors and fireproof interior
doors suitable for the required size of the doorway. All doors shall swing out of the vault.
The We Energies Application Engineer will specify required doorway size(s) and location(s).

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270.20.91) Where a doorway connects the building and vault, the fire resistance rating of the
door shall be a minimum of 3 hours. A minimum 3.5” concrete sill or curb shall be provided
under each vault interior doorway to contain within the vault the oil from the largest piece of
oil containing equipment, unless the floor of the vault is at least 4” inches below the adjacent
area.

270.20.100) The customer shall provide drainage to carry off any accumulation of water via
one of the two methods below.

a) Floor drain(s): The entire floor shall be pitched to the drain(s) at a slope of 1-2%. Sump
crocks and pumps associated with vault floor drains shall be located outside of the vault so
they can be maintained without entry to the vault. The customer shall consult with local
sewerage district to determine what if any provisions are required to prevent oil entry into
the local sewer system in the event of a leak. The customer is responsible to install any
required oil stop provisions.

b) Gravity directly to the outside of the building: The entire floor shall be pitched to the
exterior doorway(s) at a slope of 1-2%. A small gap of ¼ to ½ inch shall be provided in
place of a door sill. The drainage path shall be free of curbs or other obstructions. The
vault floor elevation must be above adjacent grade.

270.20.130) In addition to the lighting circuit, the customer is required to furnish and install
one 20 ampere, 120 volt circuit in the vault. This circuit shall be supplied from a back-up
generation source, if present.

270.20.140) The customer shall only provide a fire suppression system (automatic sprinkler)
if required by local ordinances. The fire suppression system shall be a type that is not
damaged or activated by freezing temperatures. Heads and associated piping shall not obstruct
replacement of cables or equipment.

270.20.180) The customer shall be responsible for all maintenance to the:

a) Vault Structure – Walls, floors, ceiling, doors, fire proofing materials, and any conduits
that penetrate the structure.

b) Ventilation System – Louvers, screening, duct work, fans, motors, motor controllers,
thermostats, etc.

c) Drainage System – Drains, piping, sumps, pumps, etc.

d) Lighting Systems – Bulbs, fixtures, switches, outlets, conduit and wire.

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e) Fire Suppression System – Sprinkler heads, piping, etc.

270.20.190) The Wisconsin State Administrative Code, PSC 114, and We Energies policy
does not allow customers access to vaults containing We Energies equipment. We Energies
will inform the customer of any required maintenance, or at the request of the customer will
escort the customer through the vault for the purpose of inspection.

270.20.191) Any required maintenance will be performed by the customer or his contractor in
the presence of a We Energies inspector/escort. Costs associated with a We Energies
inspector/escort for this purpose shall be chargeable to the customer.

270.20.192) The customer may be held liable for any and all costs associated with repair or
replacement of We Energies equipment resulting from failure to perform required
maintenance for which they have been notified. This includes but is not limited to damage
from flooding due to clogged drains or failed sump pumps.

270.30) Vault Agreement.

Prior to energizing any services fed from a vault the customer shall sign a vault agreement
stipulating compliance with all items in section 270 above.

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280) Interlock Systems

280.10) General

280.10.10) Interlock systems are normally utilized to prevent:

a) The unauthorized paralleling of two or more We Energies supply lines.

b) Improper operation or sequence of operations of various pieces of substation equipment.

c) Access to high voltage current carrying parts until such parts have been de–energized. All
applicable codes shall be followed.

280.10.20) Interlock systems may be classified into three main divisions based on the type of
interconnection between associated devices. The following is a brief description of each
classification:

a) Mechanical interlocks consist of a bar, chain, gear or other mechanical arrangement

between associated devices.

b) Electrical interlocks consist chiefly of switches and/or solenoids arranged at the associated
devices and connected by electrical conductors. Application is limited to devices adjacent to a
satisfactory electrical power source.

c) Key interchange interlocks consist of self–contained individual locking units located at

associated devices which permit a desired operation only when conditions are correct for that
operation.

280.10.30) After the Customer has completed the initial installation of any We Energies required
key–interchange interlock system, all keys (except those held captive in locks) are to be given to
We Energies Start–Up Engineer for use in placing the substation equipment in operation. We
Energies shall maintain possession and control over all such keys.

280.20) We Energies Required Interlocks for Specific Installations

The following list of We Energies required interlocks are for installations most frequently
encountered in customer substations. We Energies may however require interlock systems for
installations other than those specifically covered herein as they occur. Specific requirements for
these special situations will be provided when necessary by We Energies.

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280.20.10) Two line supply with service circuit breakers – Single load fed from either
source.
Customer shall provide and install an electrical or key interchange interlock system which will
prevent paralleling of supply lines, and permit only one breaker to be closed at any one time by
the customer. The system, however, shall permit both breakers to be open at the same time.

280.20.20) Two line supply with interrupter switches – Single load fed from either source.
Customer shall provide and install a key interchange interlock system for manually operated
switches or a combination key interchange and electrical interlock system for motor–operated
switches which will prevent paralleling of supply lines, by permitting only one interrupter switch
to be closed at any one time by the customer. The interlock system shall, however, permit both
interrupter switches to be open at the same time. See Part 3, Section II., E., Keyed Permissive
Switches, for more information.

280.20.30) Two line supply with service circuit breakers – two loads fed from one source
with one normally closed tie breaker or tie switch.
Customer shall provide and install a key interchange interlock system for manually operated
devices or an electrical interlock system for electrically operated devices which will prevent
paralleling of supply lines by permitting only two of the three devices to be closed at any one
time by the customer. The interlock system shall, however, permit all three devices to be open at
the same time.

280.20.40) Two line supply with interrupter switches – two loads fed from one source with
one normally closed tie switch.
Customer shall provide and install a key interchange interlock system for manually operated
switches or a combination electrical and key interchange interlock system for motor operated
switches which will prevent paralleling of supply lines by permitting only two of the three
interrupter switches to be closed at any one time by the customer. The interlock system shall,
however, permit all three interrupter switches to be open at the same time.

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300) Introduction

300.00.10) The design and construction of control circuits have a major effect upon the proper
operation of the service circuit breakers and interrupter switches with which they are associated. We
Energies has a vital interest in circuits which influence the ability of Customer–owned service
equipment to perform switching and fault clearing functions. The design and construction of control
circuits often receive less attention than the related power circuits, but a power system can operate
only as effectively as permitted by its control circuits.

300.00.20) All control circuits for service circuit breakers and electrically operated interrupter
switches shall be constructed in accordance with the requirements listed in following Section II. We
Energies will specify the type, range, and settings of overcurrent relays and the associated current
transformer ratios.

310) Control Circuit Practices

Circuit breakers or automatic switches should open for overcurrent conditions as specified by We
Energies.

310.10) Control Circuit Relays

310.10.10) Standard device function numbers shall be assigned to identify the functions of all
relays. Device function numbers may be found in American National Standard C37.2.

310.10.20) Relays shall be connected to provide proper operation and phasing for the intended
application.

310.20) Control Circuits

A means shall be provided to disable the control package for purposes of securing a hold off
position.

310.30) Bus Fault Detection

310.30.10) A bus fault detection system shall act to detect a fault and then open all incoming line
switches or circuit breakers.

310.30.20) The alternate line switch or circuit breaker shall be blocked from closing after
operation of bus fault detection system.

310.30.30) Bus fault protection requirements may vary with equipment insulation medium,
construction, proximity of protective device, unprotected bus exposure, system application,
interrupting duty, etc.

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310.40) Instrument Transformer Connections

310.40.10) Each current or potential transformer secondary circuit shall have only one ground
connection, constructed so that it can be conveniently removed without disturbing the circuit.
The ground connection is to be located at the terminal block of the relay electrically nearest the
instrument transformer.

310.40.20) All current transformer secondary circuit connections shall be made with copper #14
AWG gauge minimum stranded wire, containing no rotary switches, receptacles for test plugs, or
tee joints. All connectors shall be of proven reliability.

310.40.30) All potential transformer secondary circuits shall be fused. Indicating lamps or alarm
relays shall be provided to monitor all potential transformer secondary circuit fuses, unless the
circuit contains relays which always cause a trip operation upon loss of voltage.

310.50) Keyed Permissive Switches

310.50.10) Customer substations energized by more than one supply line must be constructed so
that the supply lines cannot normally be connected together through the substation bus. This is
accomplished by wiring the control circuits for the line and bus tie circuit breakers or interrupter
switches so that at least one circuit breaker or interrupter switch is open at all times. Provisions
may be included, however, to permit We Energies only to close all of the circuit breakers or
interrupter switches at the same time. This will enable We Energies to perform closed transition
switching operations during abnormal power system conditions, and avoid the momentary
service interruptions resulting from open transition switching.

310.50.20) A keyed permissive switch (Device 69) is recommended in all customer substations
having more than one supply line. A contact of this switch is connected in the closing control
circuit of each line and bus tie circuit breaker or interrupter switch. The keyed permissive switch
for a substation with two supply lines shall have the following features:
Switch Position 1 Position 2 Key Held Captive
Contact Key In
Key Out and Turned Position 1 Position 2

K1 ───┤├─── ───┤/├─── No Yes

K2 ───┤├─── ───┤/├─── No Yes
K3* ───┤├─── ───┤/├─── No Yes

*Contact K3 need not be provided if a bus tie circuit breaker or an interrupter switch is not
installed.

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310.50.30) All keys for the device 69 keyed permissive switch must be given to the We Energies
Start–Up Engineer after the Customer has proven to the Start–Up Engineer the operation of the
circuit breaker or interrupter switch control circuits prior to placing the substation in service. All
of the keys will be retained by We Energies

310.60) Miscellaneous Devices

Additional control circuit requirements are as follows:

310.60.10) All indicating lamps shall be color coded to indicate the functions of the lamps, as
specified below:
Color Function
Red Close
Green Open
Blue Alarm
Orange D–C Potential
White A–C Potential
Clear Ground Detection

310.60.20) All circuit breaker trip circuit fuses shall be monitored with indicating lamps or alarm
relays.

320) Automatic Transfer Control for Switchgear and Circuit Breakers

The following are items pertain specifically to the installation and utilization of automatic transfer
and control equipment. Any new control package must be carefully reviewed by We Energies to
evaluate equipment integrity for the purpose of protecting the customer service reliability, and to
protect the We Energies distribution system, minimizing disturbances to other customers.
Additional requirements relative to supply conductor terminations, grounding provisions for supply
conductors, service disconnected means, overcurrent protective devices, surge protection, interlock
systems, and metering facilities are contained in Parts 1 and 2 of this book.

320.10) Position and Transfer

320.10.02) An open transition transfer scheme shall be incorporated into the control scheme to
guarantee that during an automatic source transfer the incoming lines will not be tied together.

320.10.04) A loss–of–source voltage timer is necessary to delay source transfer and establish that
the loss of source is not a transient condition. This will mitigate unnecessary switching. The
loss–of–source (voltage) timers must be adjustable in a minimum 1–10 second range to allow for
coordination with upstream We Energies protective devices.

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320.10.10) Switch Operators and Breakers

a) The switch operators or breakers must be provided with a method to mechanically

(manually) operate, which is not dependent upon the control package electrical system.

b) The switch operators or breakers must be a stored energy type so that one operation to
open can be done after loss of supply voltage.

c) The switch operators or breakers must have targets to indicate its position (open/closed)
and the operator status (charged/discharged and coupled/decoupled).

320.10.20) Switchgear Only Requirements

a) Switch operators must have a provision for padlocking in both open and closed positions.

b) The switch operator must be capable of being manually decoupled. The decoupled state
must be visibly evident through some mechanically altered condition.

c) The doors to the service switch bays and tie bay for live front equipment must be
interlocked to the switch operators so that automatic and manual operation is blocked if any
of the doors are open.

d) It must not be possible to couple the operator to the switch if both are not in the same
open/closed position, in such a manner that the position of either operator or switch indicates
incorrectly.

320.10.30) Circuit Breaker Only Requirements

a) Two Lines Serving a Common Load with Automatic Transfer:

One set of overcurrent relays may be used for both lines' circuit breakers provided that the
relays will not be affected during a time when We Energies may be performing closed
transition switching as described above.

b) Two Lines Serving Separate Loads With Automatic Transfer:

b.1) This system may be operated with both line circuit breakers normally closed and the
bus tie circuit breaker normally open, or with one line circuit breaker closed and the bus tie
circuit breaker normally closed and the remaining line circuit breaker normally open.

b.2) The circuit breaker control circuits shall be arranged so that the three circuit breakers
(two line breakers and one bus tie breaker) cannot be normally closed at the same time.

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Keyed permissive switch contacts shall allow only We Energies to defeat this scheme to
perform closed transition switching during abnormal power system conditions.

320.10.40) Preferred/Alternate Source Selection

a) The control scheme must allow for field adaptation for selection of the preferred source.

b) The control shall not allow the switchgear to automatically return to the preferred (normal)
source after having been transferred to an alternate source. Source return shall be made only
by We Energies personnel. The equipment may automatically return to the preferred supply if
the alternate supply is de–energized and the preferred supply has been restored.

320.20) Indicating Features

Indicating lamps shall be provided to monitor both normal and alternate line potential conditions.

320.30)Sensing

320.30.10) If installed on the 26.4 kV subtransmission system, over/under voltage sensing must
be adjustable to compensate for future conversion of primary voltage from 26.4 kV
subtransmission to 24.9Y/14.4 kV distribution.

320.30.20) Potential transformers supplying control power or voltage sensing must have
removable high and low voltages fuses. They must be We Energies approved devices since they
are directly connected to We Energies lines.

330) Switchgear or Circuit Breaker with Manual Transfer

330.10) Two Lines Serving A Common Load With Manual Transfer

One set of overcurrent relays may be used for both lines' circuit breakers provided that the relays
will not be affected during a time when We Energies may be performing closed transition
switching during abnormal system configurations.

330.20) Two Lines Serving Separate Loads With Manual Transfer

330.20.10) This system may be operated with both line circuit breakers normally closed and the
bus tie circuit breaker normally open, or with one line circuit breaker closed and the bus tie
circuit breaker normally closed and the remaining line circuit breaker normally open.

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330.20.20) The circuit breaker control circuits shall be arranged so that the three circuit breakers
(two line breakers and one bus tie breaker) cannot be normally closed at the same time. Keyed
permissive switch contacts shall allow only We Energies to defeat this scheme to perform closed
transition switching during abnormal power system conditions.

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