500-80679 RMU en 8DJH Block Version

Installation and Operating Instructions
Medium-Voltage Switchgear
8DJH
Bloc Versions, Gas-Insulated, up to 24 kV
500-8067.9
07
02-2021 siemens.com/8djh
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2 / 112 8DJH • Installation and Operating Instructions • Version 07 • 500-8067.9

Contents
1 About these instructions .........................5 4.13 Nameplates...................................................42
1.1 Symbols used ..................................................5
5 Transport ................................................. 43
1.2 Instruction concept ..........................................5
5.1 Safety instructions .........................................43
2 Safety instructions....................................7 5.2 Transport unit ...............................................43
2.1 General instructions.........................................7 5.3 Checking the delivery.....................................43
2.2 Due application ...............................................7 5.4 Unloading and transporting the switchgear .....44
2.3 Changes to the product....................................7 5.5 Unpacking the switchgear for installation ........46
2.4 Operator commitment .....................................7
6 Storage..................................................... 47
2.5 Qualified personnel .........................................8
2.6 Personal protective equipment (PPE) .................8 7 Installation .............................................. 49
2.7 IT security .......................................................8 7.1 Safety instructions .........................................49
2.8 Hazardous substances......................................8 7.2 Tools and auxiliary means ..............................49
7.3 Cleaning agents.............................................49
3 Description .................................................9
7.4 Mounting paste .............................................50
3.1 Panel types......................................................9
7.5 Tightening torques ........................................50
3.2 Panel design..................................................10
7.6 Comments on electromagnetic
3.3 Three-position switch-disconnector.................11 compatibility .................................................50
3.4 Vacuum circuit-breaker ..................................12 7.7 Preparing the switchgear room .......................51
3.5 Interlocks ......................................................12 7.8 Preparing the foundation ...............................52
3.6 HV HRC fuse assembly....................................13 7.9 Checking service readiness .............................53
3.7 Cable connection...........................................15 7.10 Removing the transport eyes and transport
3.7.1 Cable connection for cable feeders, ring- blocks ...........................................................53
main feeders and circuit-breaker feeders .........15 7.11 Fastening the switchgear to the foundation.....53
3.7.2 Cable connection for transformer feeders........15 7.11.1 Floor openings and fixing points .....................54
3.7.3 Recommended cable plugs .............................17 7.12 Earthing the switchgear .................................57
3.7.4 Single cable connection with voltage 7.13 Electrical connections ....................................58
transformer 4MT8 (interface type C) ...............18
7.13.1 Safety instructions .........................................58
3.7.5 Deep cable compartment cover ......................19
7.13.2 Connecting high-voltage cables ......................59
3.8 Pressure relief................................................21
7.13.3 Installing cable plugs type Raychem
3.9 Protection and control equipment...................21 RICS5xxx with RDA.........................................60
3.10 Voltage detecting systems..............................21 7.13.4 Mounting cable-type current transformers.......62
3.11 Ready-for-service indicator .............................22 7.13.5 Installing ring-core current sensors at the
3.12 Short-circuit indicators and earth-fault cable connection ...........................................65
indicators ......................................................23 7.13.6 Installing voltage sensors ...............................66
3.13 Accessories ...................................................23 7.13.7 Connecting the secondary equipment .............68
3.14 Low-voltage compartment (option) ................24 7.14 Recurring activities ........................................69
4 Technical data ........................................ 25 7.14.1 Removing and mounting the cable
compartment cover .......................................69
4.1 General technical data ...................................25
7.14.2 Removing and mounting the cross member.....70
4.2 Three-position switch-disconnector.................26
7.14.3 Removing and mounting the front cover .........71
4.3 Three-position disconnector ...........................27
4.4 Vacuum circuit-breaker ..................................28 8 Commissioning....................................... 72
4.5 Current transformers and voltage 8.1 Safety instructions .........................................72
transformers .................................................30 8.2 Final checks after installation..........................72
4.6 Classification of the switchgear.......................30 8.3 Test operation and mechanical function
4.7 Standards and guidelines ...............................31 test...............................................................73
4.8 Dimensions and weights ................................32 8.3.1 Changing the setting of the undervoltage
4.9 Phase sequence .............................................33 release ..........................................................73
4.10 Insulating gas ................................................34 8.4 Electrical operation test..................................73
4.11 Dielectric strength and site altitude .................34 8.5 Preparing the power-frequency voltage
test...............................................................74
4.12 Selection of HV HRC fuse-links ........................35
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8.6 Instructing the operating personnel ................74 9.6.4 Switching the three-position disconnector
8.7 Applying operating voltage ............................74 from OPEN to CLOSED position .......................90
8.8 After commissioning ......................................75 9.6.5 Switching the three-position disconnector
from CLOSED to OPEN position .......................91
9 Operation ................................................ 76 9.6.6 Switching the three-position disconnector
9.1 Safety instructions .........................................76 from OPEN to EARTHED position .....................91
9.2 Indicators and control elements......................77 9.6.7 Switching the three-position disconnector
9.2.1 Position indicators .........................................77 from EARTHED to OPEN position .....................92
9.2.2 Operations counter ........................................77 9.7 Verification of safe isolation from supply .........93
9.2.3 "Fuse tripped" indicator ..................................78 9.7.1 Voltage indicators..........................................93
9.2.4 "Spring charged" indicator ..............................78 9.7.2 Integrated voltage detecting systems ..............95
9.2.5 Ready-for-service indicator .............................78 9.8 Replacing HV HRC fuse-links ...........................98
9.2.6 Operating levers ............................................78 9.9 Cable testing ...............................................101
9.2.7 Mechanical interlocking with padlock..............79 9.9.1 Cable testing via cable plugs.........................101
9.2.8 Locking device for pushbutton........................80 9.9.2 Cable sheath test .........................................102
9.2.9 Local-remote switch (option)..........................80 10 Preventive and general
9.2.10 Momentary-contact rotary control switch maintenance ......................................... 103
for motor operating mechanism (option) ........80
9.2.11 Key-operated interlock (option) ......................81 11 End of life .............................................. 104
9.3 Operating the panel types (overview)..............81
12 Annex ..................................................... 105
9.4 Operating the panel with switch-
12.1 MCU (Motor Control Unit) ............................105
disconnector .................................................81
12.1.1 Extract from the Technical Description ..........105
9.4.1 Switching the three-position switch-
disconnector from OPEN to CLOSED 12.1.2 Application..................................................105
position ........................................................82 12.1.3 Safety instructions .......................................105
9.4.2 Switching the three-position switch- 12.1.4 Design ........................................................106
disconnector from CLOSED to OPEN 12.1.5 Fault signals ................................................106
position ........................................................82
12.1.6 Behavior in case of voltage failure.................108
disconnector from OPEN to EARTHED Index ...................................................... 109
position ........................................................83
disconnector from EARTHED to OPEN
position ........................................................83
9.5 Operating the panel with switch-fuse
combination..................................................84
disconnector from OPEN to CLOSED
position ........................................................85
disconnector from CLOSED to OPEN
position ........................................................86
disconnector from OPEN to EARTHED
position ........................................................86
disconnector from EARTHED to OPEN
position ........................................................87
9.5.5 Fuse tripping of the switch-fuse
combination..................................................87
9.6 Operating the panel with circuit-breaker
type 2 ...........................................................87
9.6.1 Charging the spring energy store in circuit-
breaker type 2 manually.................................88
9.6.2 Closing circuit-breaker type 2 .........................89
9.6.3 Opening circuit-breaker type 2........................90

1 About these instructions
For reasons of clarity, these instructions do not purport to cover all details or variations in the
equipment. They do also not provide for every possible contingency to be met in connection
with installation or operation. For details about technical design and equipment like for example
technical data, secondary equipment, circuit diagrams, please refer to the order documents.
The product is subject to continuous technical development within the scope of technical
progress. If not stated otherwise on the individual pages of these instructions, we reserve the
right to modify the specified values and drawings. Should further information be desired or
should particular problems arise which are not covered sufficiently by these instructions, the
matter should be referred to the Siemens Service Hotline.
The contents of these instructions shall not become part of or modify any prior or existing
agreement, commitment or relationship. The Sales Contract contains the entire obligations of
Siemens. The warranty contained in the contract between the parties is the sole warranty of
Siemens. Any statements contained herein do not create new warranties or modify the existing
warranty.
All dimensions are given in mm.
The illustrations included in this manual are simplified and serve to create a general
understanding. The illustrations may therefore deviate from the actual product.
1.1 Symbols used

☒ Precondition symbol: Identifies a necessary precondition for an operation.
1. Numbered operation instruction: Identifies an operation step. Asks the operator to perform
an operation.
✓ Result symbol: Identifies the result of an operation or the intermediate result after an oper-
ation step.
⇨ Measures symbol: Identifies measures to avoid hazards, or important information and facil-
itations of work.
1.2 Instruction concept

These instructions contain information which must be adhered to for personal safety and to
avoid property damage. The signal words "DANGER", "WARNING", "CAUTION" and "ATTENTION"
used in these instructions indicate the degree of hazard in descending order that may be
encountered by the user.
DANGER
Indicates a life-endangering situation.
If this hazardous situation is not avoided, death or serious injury will be the consequence.
⇨ Observe measures for the prevention of risks.
WARNING
Indicates a life-endangering situation.
If this hazardous situation is not avoided, death or serious injury can be the consequence.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation.
If this hazardous situation is not avoided, light or moderate injury can be the consequence.

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NOTICE
Indicates potential property damage.
If this hazardous situation is not avoided, damage to property or environment can be the
consequence.
INFORMATION
Indicates an important information or facilitation of work.
⇨ Observe the information.

2 Safety instructions
2.1 General instructions

The switchgear corresponds to the laws, regulations and standards applicable at the time of
delivery. If correctly used, it provides a high degree of safety by means of logical interlocks and
shockproof metal enclosure of live parts, among others.
▪ The personnel must read and understand these instructions before starting to work.
▪ Observe all safety instructions and warnings in these instructions, and follow the
instructions.
▪ Store these instructions carefully, and so that they are accessible to the personnel at any
time.
▪ These instructions are a part of the product. When the switchgear is transferred, supply
these instructions as well.
2.2 Due application

The factory-assembled, type-tested and metal-enclosed 8DJH switchgear for indoor installation is
used for power distribution in secondary distribution systems, e.g. in transformer substations,
transfer substations or industrial distribution systems.
The switchgear is designed for application under normal operating conditions according to
IEC 62271-1. It can be used under special operating conditions as defined individually between
the operator and the manufacturer of the switchgear.
The rated values for use of the switchgear can be found on the nameplate [▶ Page 42,
"Nameplates"] and in the technical data [▶ Page 25, "Technical data"].
2.3 Changes to the product
WARNING
Changes to the product
Modifications or alterations to the product can cause the expiration of warranty claims, and
cause danger to life, limb and other legally protected interests. The fulfillment of the type
tests may not be ensured anymore.
⇨ Coordinate any changes to the product with Siemens.
After coordination with Siemens, please comply with the following points when making changes
to the product:
▪ Use Siemens original parts.
▪ Use qualified personnel.
▪ Install or adjust parts properly.
▪ Perform settings in accordance with Siemens specifications.
▪ After installation and setting, have a final check performed by a service technician approved
by Siemens, including documentation of the test results.
▪ Perform maintenance according to the installation and operating instructions of the product.
2.4 Operator commitment

Regardless of the specifications in these instructions, the operator must know and comply with
local legal regulations for safe transport, storage, installation and operation of the switchgear.
These comprise, for example, laws, ordinances, guidelines and standards for industrial safety,
health protection, and environmental protection.
The switchgear operator must keep the technical documents supplied with the switchgear
throughout the entire service life, and keep them up to date in case of modifications of the
switchgear.

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2.5 Qualified personnel

Qualified personnel in accordance with these instructions are persons who are familiar with
transport, installation, commissioning, maintenance and operation of the product and have
appropriate qualifications for their work, as e.g.:
▪ Training and instruction or authorization to switch on, switch off, earth and identify power
circuits and equipment/systems as per the relevant safety standards.
▪ Instruction regarding the applicable specifications for the prevention of accidents and the
care and use of appropriate safety equipment.
▪ Training in first aid and behavior in the event of possible accidents.
2.6 Personal protective equipment (PPE)

The personal protective equipment must be determined by the switchgear operator depending
on the work to be performed at the switchgear and on the internal arc classification of the
switchgear. To select the personal protective equipment, the local laws and regulations, among
others, must be complied with.
If covers are opened or removed from an operating switchgear, the internal arc classification
according to IEC 62271-200 is no longer fulfilled. The switchgear operator must take this into
account when selecting the personal protective equipment. In case of internal arc, full personal
protection is not provided then, even if the personal protective equipment is worn.
2.7 IT security
The software of Siemens protection devices is regularly checked for safety. If weak points are
identified in the process, which may allow third parties to access protection devices, information
thereto is distributed through the SIPROTEC and SICAM Security Update Report Newsletter.
The Newsletter can be subscribed to at the following website:
www.siemens.com/gridsecurity
Before commissioning the switchgear, it must be verified that the current firmware version is
installed on the protection devices. The latest version of firmware can be obtained from the
following website:
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/products?mfn=ps&pnid=24236&lc=en-WW
For information on updates for other makes of protection devices, please contact the respective
manufacturer.
2.8 Hazardous substances

If hazardous substances are required to perform the work, the relevant safety data sheets and
operating instructions must be observed.

3 Description
3.1 Panel types

Panel type Panel width [mm]
Standard Option
R Ring-main panel 310 –
K Cable panel 310 430
T Transformer panel 430 –
L Circuit-breaker panel 430 –
Panel blocks
Panel blocks can be operated with up to 4 functions in one common gas compartment.
Combinations of transformer feeder and circuit-breaker feeder are possible via panel extensions.
Tab. 1: Panel blocks

Block of 2 panels Block of 3 panels Block of 4 panels
Panel types Width [mm] Panel types Width [mm] Panel types Width [mm] Panel types Width [mm]
RR 620 RRR 930 RRRR 1240 LLRR 1480
RK 620 RRT 1050 RRRT 1360 RRLL 1480
KR 620 RTR 1050 RRRL 1360 RTRT 1480
RT 740 RRL 1050 RRTR 1360 TRTR 1480
RL 740 RLR 1050 RTRR 1360 RLRL 1480
KT 740 TRR 1050 TRRR 1360 LRLR 1480
KL 740 LRR 1050 RRLR 1360 TTTR 1600
TK 740 RTT 1170 RLRR 1360 TTRT 1600
TR 740 TRT 1170 LRRR 1360 TRTT 1600
LK 740 TTR 1170 TRRT 1480 RTTT 1600
LR 740 RLL 1170 LRRL 1480 LLLR 1600
TT 860 LRL 1170 RTTR 1480 LLRL 1600
LL 860 LLR 1170 TTRR 1480 LRLL 1600
LLL 1290 RRTT 1480 RLLL 1600
TTT 1290 RLLR 1480 TTTT 1720
LLLL 1720

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3.2 Panel design

Examples for panels
Fig. 1: Ring-main panel type R Fig. 2: Transformer panel type T
1 Low-voltage compartment (option)

2 Wiring duct (option)
3 Opening for secondary wires
4 Operating mechanism of switching device
5 Bushing for cable plug
6 Cable compartment cover
7 Earthing busbar
8 Earthing point
9 Pressure relief device
10 Gas compartment (gas-filled compartment) with switch-
ing device
11 Control board
12 Bushing for busbar
13 Busbar termination cover (option)
Fig. 3: Circuit-breaker panel type L (type 2)
14 HV HRC fuse assembly

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3.3 Three-position switch-disconnector

▪ Three-position switch-disconnector for rated voltages from 7.2 kV to 24 kV
▪ Switching functions as switch-disconnector (class E3) according to IEC/EN 62271-103 /
VDE 0671-103, IEC/EN 62271-102 / VDE 0671-102 and IEC/EN 62271-105 / VDE 0671-105
▪ Designed with the functions of a switch-disconnector and a make-proof earthing switch
▪ Switch positions CLOSED, OPEN and EARTHED
▪ In the switch-fuse combination, the HV HRC fuse box can be earthed from both sides
(standard).
Spring-operated mechanism
The spring-operated mechanism is used for the three-position switch-disconnector in ring-main
panels (as ring-main switch).
The switching movements are performed independently of the operating speed.
Spring-operated/stored-energy mechanism
The spring-operated/stored energy mechanism is used for three-position switch-disconnectors in
transformer panels (as transformer switch).
With the operating lever, the closing spring and the opening spring of the operating mechanism
are charged at the same time. After that, the three-position switch-disconnector can be first
closed and then opened with separate pushbuttons.
When a HV HRC fuse-link or the shunt release (f-release) trips, the precharged opening spring is
available for the opening operation; no additional charging process is required. This ensures that
the switch-fuse combination can switch off all appearing faults reliably even when the three-
position switch-disconnector closes.
In order to prevent the operating lever from being left inserted accidentally, the spring-operated/
stored-energy mechanism is equipped with an operating lever ejection system as standard.
Fig. 4: Front operating mechanism box of ring-main panel Fig. 5: Front operating mechanism box of transformer
panel
1 Ready-for-service indicator 10 "Fuse tripped" indicator
2 ON/OFF momentary-contact rotary control switch for 11 Position indicator
motor operating mechanism, switch-disconnector (op-
tion)
3 Local-remote switch (option) 12 Actuating opening for CLOSING/OPENING
4 ON pushbutton (mechanical operation) 13 OFF pushbutton (mechanical operation)
5 Auxiliary switch (option) 14 Shunt release (f-release, option)
6 Locking device 15 Actuating opening for "spring charging"
7 Motor operating mechanism (option) 16 "Spring charged" indicator
8 Sockets for capacitive voltage detecting system 17 Retainer for short-circuit indicator, earth-fault indicator
or voltage detecting system
9 Actuating opening for EARTHING

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3.4 Vacuum circuit-breaker

The circuit-breaker with vacuum interrupters and the three-position disconnector are integrated
in a common switching module. The switching module is installed in the hermetically tight,
welded gas compartment and is independent of environmental effects. The operating
mechanisms of the switching devices are located outside the gas compartment in the front
operating mechanism box. The switching devices and their operating mechanisms are
maintenance-free.
▪ Vacuum circuit-breaker for rated voltages from 7.2 kV to 24 kV
▪ Switching functions according to IEC/EN 62271-100 / VDE 0671-100
▪ Designed as a three-position disconnector incorporating the functions of a disconnector and
a make-proof earthing switch according to IEC/EN 62271-102 / VDE 0671-102
▪ Switch positions CLOSED, OPEN and EARTHED
▪ Mechanical interlocking between disconnector and circuit-breaker
Operating function of circuit-breaker type 2

The closing spring and the opening spring are charged manually by means of the operating lever
or by the motor (option), until the latching of the springs is indicated ("spring charged"
indication).
Then, the vacuum circuit-breaker can be closed manually or electrically (option).
The circuit-breaker is suitable for applications without automatic reclosing.
1 Ready-for-service indicator
2 Motor for three-position disconnector (option)
3 Actuating opening for CLOSING/OPENING the three-
position disconnector
4 Three-position switch-disconnector locking device
5 Position indicator for three-position disconnector
6 Actuating opening for three-position disconnector,
EARTHING function
7 Sockets for capacitive voltage detecting system
8 Motor for circuit-breaker (option)
9 Circuit-breaker locking device
10 Position indicator for circuit-breaker
11 OFF pushbutton for circuit-breaker
12 Actuating opening for "spring charging"
Fig. 6: Front operating mechanism box of circuit-breaker
panel type 2 13 "Spring charged" indicator
14 ON pushbutton for circuit-breaker
15 Auxiliary switch at the three-position disconnector
(option)
16 Auxiliary switch at the circuit-breaker (option)
3.5 Interlocks
Mechanical interlocks
▪ Separate actuating openings for DISCONNECTING, EARTHING and spring charging:
Switching straight from CLOSED to EARTHED position and from EARTHED to CLOSED position
is not possible, as the operating lever must be re-inserted in the OPEN position.
The spring in transformer panels and circuit-breaker panels is charged in a separate
actuating opening.
▪ Cable compartment interlock:
To remove the cable compartment cover, the feeder must be earthed.

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▪ Locking device:
The locking device of the three-position disconnector / three-position switch-disconnector
can be locked in all three switch positions.
The locking device can be padlocked so that no closing, no opening, or no earthing is
possible. The padlock can also be fitted in such a way that none of the three switching
operations can be performed.
In transformer panels and circuit-breaker panels, the actuating opening to charge the spring
can also be locked.
▪ Closing lockout (option):
When the cable compartment cover is removed, the three-position disconnector or the
three-position switch-disconnector cannot be switched to CLOSED position. Switching from
EARTHED to OPEN position is possible, e.g. to test the cables without removing the cable
plugs.
▪ De-earthing lockout (option):
When the cable compartment cover is removed, the three-position disconnector or the
three-position switch-disconnector cannot be switched from EARTHED to OPEN position.
▪ Operating lever inserted:
When the operating lever is inserted, the stored-energy mechanism and the circuit-breaker
operating mechanism cannot be activated or deactivated.
▪ Interlocking between circuit-breaker and three-position disconnector:
– Circuit-breaker in OPEN position:
The three-position disconnector can be closed and opened. As soon as one of the
actuating openings of the three-position disconnector is opened, the circuit-breaker
cannot be operated anymore.
– Circuit-breaker in CLOSED position:
No switching operations are possible with the three-position disconnector.
Tab. 2: Availability of the mechanical interlocks

Mechanical interlock Panel type
R T L K
Separate actuating openings X X X –
Cable compartment interlock X X X –
Locking device X X X –
Closing lockout O – O –
De-earthing lockout – X O –
Operating lever inserted – X X –
Interlocking between circuit-breaker and three-position – – X –
disconnector
X Standard O Option – Not available
Electrical interlocking
On the customer's request, different electrical interlocks can be installed.
3.6 HV HRC fuse assembly

Features of the HV HRC fuse assembly:
▪ With fuse slide for fuse replacement without tools
▪ HV HRC fuse-links according to DIN 43625 (main dimensions) with striker in "medium"
version according to IEC/EN 60282-1
▪ HV HRC fuse-links
– as short-circuit protection before transformers
– with selectivity to upstream and downstream connected equipment
– 1-pole insulated
▪ Reference dimension e of the fuse-links
– Ur = 12 kV: e = 292 mm (optionally e = 442 mm)
– Ur = 24 kV: e = 442 mm

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▪ Requirements according to IEC 62271-105 / VDE 0671-105 met for HV HRC fuse-links in

combination with the three-position switch-disconnector
▪ Thermal striker tripping when the corresponding HV HRC fuse-link is used
▪ Climate-independent and maintenance-free, with fuse boxes made of cast resin
▪ Arrangement of HV HRC fuse assembly below the gas compartment
▪ HV HRC fuse assembly connected to the three-position switch-disconnector via welded-in
bushings and connecting bars
▪ Fuse replacement is only possible when the feeder is earthed
▪ Option for HV HRC fuse-links: "Tripped" indication for remote electrical indication with a
NO contact
1 Fuse box
2 Fuse slide
3 Tripping pin
4 Sealing cover with seal
5 Cap with control electrode
6 HV HRC fuse-link
7 Cable connection (bushing)
8 Gas compartment
9 Fuse bushing
Fig. 7: HV HRC fuse assembly
Mode of operation
If a HV HRC fuse-link operates, the switch-disconnector is tripped via an articulation which is
integrated into the cover of the fuse box.
Thermal protection
If the fuse tripping fails, the sudden overpressure trips the switch-disconnector via a diaphragm
and the articulation situated in the cover of the fuse box.
The thermal protection works independently of the type and design of the HV HRC fuse-link
used. The thermal protection is maintenance-free and independent of any outside climatic
effects.
Tab. 3: Basic scheme of fuse tripping

HV HRC fuse-link in service condition
Tripping of the three‑position switch‑disconnector through the striker of

the fuse
Tripping of the three‑position switch‑disconnector via diaphragm and

striker through overpressure, e.g. if HV HRC fuse‑link has been inserted in-
correctly
The HV HRC fuse-links make SIBA [▶ Page 35, "Selection of HV HRC fuse-links"] release the
striker depending on the temperature and trip the switch-disconnector as early as in the fuse
overload range. Impermissible heating of the fuse box can be avoided in this way.

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3.7 Cable connection

3.7.1 Cable connection for cable feeders, ring-main feeders and circuit-breaker
feeders
For the cable connection, customary cable plugs for interface type C with bolted contact M16 are
used according to EN 50181/DIN EN 50181.
Available designs:
▪ Screened (conductive) design (standard)
▪ On request: Insulated design, e.g. as adapter for conventional sealing ends or mass-
impregnated cables (restrictions for site altitude and ambient climate)
Recommended cable plugs and possible connection cross-sections [▶ Page 17, "Cable plugs for
single cable connection (interface type C)"]. The installation of other makes and types is possible
on request.
Fig. 8: Cable connection for ring-main feeder (example)
Tab. 4: Possibilities of connection

Cable Panel width [mm]
310 430
Thermoplastic-insulated single-core 1 cable per phase X X
cable 1 cable per phase with surge limiter or surge arrester O O
with voltage transformer 4MT8 – –
2 cables per phase O O
2 cables per phase with surge limiter or surge arrester O O
Thermoplastic-insulated three-core 1 cable on request
cable
Paper-insulated mass-impregnated 1 cable on request
cable
X Standard O Option
Option
▪ Mounted cable clamps on cable bracket
▪ Deep cable compartment cover
▪ Cable testing, e.g. with measuring bolt, [▶ Page 101, "Cable testing"]
3.7.2 Cable connection for transformer feeders

For the cable connection, customary cable plugs for interface type A with plug-in contact
(standard), or interface type C with bolted contact M16 (option) are used according to
EN 50181/DIN EN 50181.
Available designs:
▪ Screened (conductive) design (standard)
▪ 1 cable per phase

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Recommended cable plugs:

▪ Interface type C [▶ Page 17, "Cable plugs for single cable connection (interface type C)"]
▪ Interface type A and possible connection cross-sections, [▶ Page 18, "Cable plugs for single
cable connection (interface type A)"]
The installation of other makes and types is possible on request.
▪ Option: Mounted cable clamps on cable bracket
Possible connection options (examples):
Fig. 9: Cable feeder downwards with elbow Fig. 10: Cable feeder downwards with
plugs (interface type A) straight plugs (interface type A)
Fig. 11: Cable feeder to the front with Fig. 12: Cable feeder backwards with elbow
elbow plugs or T-plugs (interface type C) plugs (interface type A)

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3.7.3 Recommended cable plugs

Tab. 5: Cable plugs for single cable connection (interface type C)
Cable type Cable plugs
Make Type 1) ,2) Conductor 2)
T/W Design
cross-section
[mm2]
Thermoplastic-insulated cables ≤ 12 kV according to IEC / EN 60502-2 / VDE 0276-620
1-core or 3-core cable, PE Nexans Euromold 400TB/G, 430TB/G, 480TB/G T 35...300 screened
and XLPE-insulated 400LB/G W 35...300 screened
N2YSY (Cu) and N2XSY (Cu)
484TB/G T 70...630 screened
or NA2YSY (Al) and NA2XSY
(Al) 440TB/G T 185...630 screened
nkt cables CB 24-630 T 25...300 screened
AB 24-630 T 25...300 insulated
CB 36-630 (1250) T 300...630 screened
Südkabel SET 12 T 50...300 screened
SEHDT 13 T 185...500 screened
Prysmian Kabel und Systeme FMCTs-400 T 25...300 screened
(Pirelli Elektrik)
3M Deutschland 93-EE 705-6 / -95 T 50...95 screened
93-EE 705-6 / -240 T 95...240 screened
TE Connectivity 3) T 25...300 insulated
RICS 51 ... with IXSU
3) T 25...300 insulated
RICS 31 ... with IXSU
RSTI-39xx T 400...800 screened
Thermoplastic-insulated cable 15 / 17.5 / 24 kV according to IEC / EN 60502-2 / VDE 0276-620
1- or 3-core cable, Nexans Euromold K400TB/G, 430TB/G, 480TB/G T 35...300 screened
PE and XLPE-insulated K400LB/G W 35...300 screened
N2YSY (Cu) and N2XSY (Cu) 484TB/G T 70...630 screened
or K440TB/G T 185...630 screened
NA2YSY (Al) and
nkt cables CB 24-630 T 25...300 screened
NA2XSY (Al)
AB 24-630 T 25...300 insulated
CB 36-630 (1250) T 300...630 screened
Südkabel SET 24 T 50...240 screened
SEHDT 23.1 T 300 screened
SEHDT 23 T 185...630 screened
Prysmian Kabel und Systeme FMCTs-400 T 25...240 screened
(Pirelli Elektrik)
3M Deutschland 93-EE 705-6 / -95 T 25...95 screened
93-EE 705-6 / -240 T 95...240 screened
TE Connectivity for 1-core ca- RICS 51 ... with IXSU3) T 25...300 insulated
bles
for 3-core ca- RICS 51 ... with IXSU 3) T 25...300 insulated
bles
RSTI-58xx + RSTI-TRFxx T 25...300 screened
Paper-insulated mass-impregnated cables ≤ 12 kV according to IEC / EN 60055-2 / VDE 0276-621
3-core cable, paper-insu- TE Connectivity RICS 51... with UHGK / EPKT T 95...300 insulated
lated N(A)KLEY, N(A)KBA,
N(A)KBY
3-core cable, paper-insu- 3) T 50...300 insulated
RICS 51 ... with IDST 51
lated N(A)EKBA, N(A)KLEY
Paper-insulated mass-impregnated cables 15 / 17.5 / 24 kV according to IEC / EN 60055-2 / VDE 0276-621
1-core or 3-core cable, pa- TE Connectivity 3) T 35...240 insulated
RICS 51 ... with IDST 51
per-insulated
N(A)EKBA, N(A)KLEY
1) T = cable T-plug, W= cable elbow plug
2) Use of current transformers and current sensors in combination with insulated systems is possible on request.
3) Discontinued by the manufacturer

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Tab. 6: Cable plugs for single cable connection (interface type A)

Cable type Cable plugs
Make Type 1) Conductor Design
G/W
cross-section
[mm2]
Thermoplastic-insulated cables ≤ 12 kV according to IEC/EN 60502-2 / VDE 0276-620
1-core cable, PE- and XLPE- Nexans Euromold 158LR W 16...120 screened; with capacitive measuring point
insulated N2YSY (Cu) and 152SR G 95...120 screened; with capacitive measuring point
N2XSY (Cu)
200LR W 25...95 screened; with capacitive measuring point
or
NA2YSY (Al) and K200LR-12 W 25...95 screened
NA2XSY (Al) K200SR-12 G 25...95 screened
nkt cables EASW 10 / 250, size W 25...95 screened; option: with metal housing or capacitive
2 measuring point
EASG 10 / 250, size 2 G 25...95 screened; option: with capacitive measuring point
CE 24 – 250 W 95...120 screened; option: with metal housing or capacitive
measuring point
Südkabel SEHDG 11.1 G 25...120 screened; option: with metal housing
SEW 12 W 25...120 screened; option: with metal housing
Cooper Power Sys- DE 250 – R-C W 16...120 screened
tems DS 250 – R-C G 16...120 screened
Prysmian Kabel und FMCE-250 W 25...120 screened
Systeme (Pirelli Elek-
trik)
3M Deutschland 93-EE 605-2 / -95 W 25...95 screened; option: with metal housing
93-EE 600-2 / xx G 25...150 screened; option: with metal housing
TE Connectivity RSSS 52xx G 25...95 screened; with capacitive measuring point
RSES 52xx-R W 25...120 screened; with capacitive measuring point
Thermoplastic-insulated cables 15 / 17.5 / 24 kV according to IEC / EN 60502-2 / VDE 0276-620
1-core cable, PE- and XLPE- Nexans Euromold K158LR W 16...120 screened; with capacitive measuring point
insulated N2YSY (Cu) and K152SR G 25...120 screened; with capacitive measuring point
N2XSY (Cu)
200LR W 25...95 screened; with capacitive measuring point
or
NA2YSY (Al) and K200LR-16 W 25...95 screened
NA2XSY (Al) K200SR-16 G 25...95 screened
nkt cables EASG 20 / 250 G 25...95 screened; option: with metal housing
CE 24 – 250 W 25...95 screened; option: with metal housing or capacitive
measuring point
Südkabel SEHDG 21.1 G 25...70 screened; option: with metal housing
SEW 24 W 25...95 screened; option: with metal housing
Cooper Power Sys- DE 250 – R-C W 16...120 screened
tems DS 250 – R-C G 16...120 screened
Prysmian Kabel und FMCE-250 W 25...120 screened
Systeme (Pirelli Elek-
trik)
3M Deutschland 93-EE 605-2 / -95 W 25...95 screened; option: with metal housing
93-EE 600-2 / xx G 25...150 screened; option: with metal housing
TE Connectivity RSSS 52xx G 16...70 screened; with capacitive measuring point
RSES 52xx-R W 16...120 screened; with capacitive measuring point
1) G = straight cable plug, W = cable elbow plug
3.7.4 Single cable connection with voltage transformer 4MT8 (interface type C)
The voltage transformer 4MT8 can be installed in ring-main feeders and circuit-breaker feeders
with a panel width of 500 mm. A deep cable compartment cover is not necessary.
For connection, symmetrical cable T-plugs (see table) are required. Before performing a voltage
test at the cables (on site with max. 80 % Ud), the voltage transformers must be removed.

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Tab. 7: Symmetrical cable T-plugs

Make Type Design
Nexans (K)400TB/G screened
(K)440TB/G screened
Prysmian FMCTs-400 screened
Südkabel SEHDT (13/23) screened
3.7.5 Deep cable compartment cover

For cable feeders, ring-main feeders and circuit-breaker feeders, the connection of up to 2 cables
per phase (double cable connection) is possible, also in connection with surge arresters or surge
limiters. Depending on the panel type, plug make or surge arrester make, a deep cable
compartment cover can be selected to obtain a larger mounting depth of the cable
compartment. Further information [▶ Page 19, "Cable plugs for double cable connection
(interface type C)"] and [▶ Page 20, "Cable plugs for single cable connection and double cable
connection with surge arresters (interface type C)"].
Fig. 13: Mounting depth at the panel

connection for panel types R, K and L
Tab. 8: Cable plugs for double cable connection (interface type C)

Cable plugs Connection combination 1)
Cable compartment cover
Make Type 2) Arrange- Mounting Deeper by Depth of floor
Design
3) depth [mm] a [mm] opening b [mm]
ment
Nexans (K)430TB/G + (K)300PB/G screened K+K 290 – 635
(K)480TB/G + (K)800PB/G
(K)484TB/G + (K)804PB/G
2x (K)400TB/G with coupling insert screened K+K 505 4) 860
250
(K)400CP
(K)400TB/G + (K)400LB/G screened K+K 455 250 860
with coupling insert (K)400CP-LB
(K)400TB/G + (K)430TB/G screened K+K 403 250 860
with coupling insert (K)400CP
2x (K)440TB/G with coupling insert screened K+K 505 4) 860
250
(K)440CP
Südkabel SET (12/24) + SEHDK (13.1/23.1) screened K+K 290 – 635
SEHDT 23.1 + SEHDK 23.1 screened K+K 290 – 635
2x SEHDT 23.1 with coupling unit KU screened K+K 363 250 860
23.2/23
SEHDT (13/23) + SET (12/24) screened K+K 451 250 860
with coupling unit KU 23 or KU 33
2x SET (12/24) with coupling unit KU screened K+K 363 105 715
23.2/23

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Cable plugs Connection combination 1)

Make Type 2) Arrange- Mounting Deeper by Depth of floor
Design
3) depth [mm] a [mm] opening b [mm]
ment
nkt cables CB 24-630 + CC 24-630 screened K+K 290 – 635
2x CB 24-630 with coupling unit CP screened K+K 370 250 860
630C 5) 715
105
AB 24-630 + AC 24-630 insulated K+K 290 5) 715
105
2x AB 24-630 with coupling unit CP insulated K+K 370 250 860
630A 5) 715
105
CB 36-630 (1250) + CC 36-630 (1250) screened K+K 300 – 635
TE Connectivity RSTI-58xx + RSTI-CC-58xx screened K+K 285 – 635
RSTI-x9xx + RSTI-CC-x9xx screened K+K 315 105 715
3M Deutschland 2x 93-EE705-6/xxx with coupling unit screened K+K 363 105 715
KU 23.2
1) Only for 310 mm and 430 mm wide panels. For 500 mm wide panels, no deep cable compartment cover and floor opening are required.
3) K = cable plug, Ü = surge arrester
4) For 500 mm wide panels, a 105 mm deep cable compartment cover is required.
5) On request
Tab. 9: Cable plugs for single cable connection and double cable connection with surge arresters (interface type C)
Cable plugs / surge arresters Connection combination 1)
3) 4) 2)
Make Type Design Arrangement Mounting deeper by a [mm]
depth [mm]
Nexans (K)430TB/G + 300SA screened K+Ü 290 –
(K)480TB/G + 800SA
(K)484TB/G + 800SA
(K)430TB/G + (K)300PB/G + 300SA screened K+K+Ü 395 5)
105
(K)480TB/G + (K)800PB/G + 800SA screened K+K+Ü 400 250
(K)484TB/G + (K)804PB/G + 800SA
Südkabel SET (12 / 24) + MUT (13 / 23) screened K+Ü 302 105
SEHDT 23.1 + MUT 23 screened K+Ü 302 5)
105
2x SET (12 / 24) + MUT (13/23) with cou- screened K+K+Ü 476 250
pling unit KU 23.2/23
2x SEHDT 23.1 + MUT 23 with coupling screened K+K+Ü 476 250
unit KU 23.2/23
SEHDT (13 / 23) + MUT 33 screened K+Ü 540 250
nkt cables CB 24-630 + CSA 24... screened K+Ü 290 –
AB 24-630 + ASA 24... insulated K+Ü 290 105
CB 36-630 (1250) + CSA... screened K+Ü 290 –
TE Connectivity RICS 5139 + RDA... insulated K+Ü 275 –
RSTI-58xx + RSTI-CC-58SAxx screened K+Ü 285 –
RSTI-58xx + RSTI-CC-68SAxx screened K+Ü 292 –
RSTI-x9xx + RSTI-CC-58SAxx screened K+Ü 295 –
RSTI-x9xx + RSTI-CC-68SAxx screened K+Ü 302 105
3M Deutschland 2x 93-EE705-6/xxx + MUT 23 with cou- screened K+K+Ü 476 250
pling unit KU 23.2
1) Only for 310 mm and 430 mm wide panels. For 500 mm wide panels, no deep cable compartment cover and floor opening are required.
2) Drawing [▶ Page 19, "Deep cable compartment cover"]
4) K = cable plug, Ü = surge arrester
5) For 500 mm wide panels, a 105 mm deep cable compartment cover is required.

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3.8 Pressure relief

In the standard design, the pressure is relieved downwards. In the following panel blocks, the
pressure can optionally be relieved to the rear:
▪ Panel blocks in wall-standing arrangement
▪ Panel blocks with an overall height of 1400 mm or 1700 mm
Versions with pressure relief duct and pressure absorber system are also available.
The switchgear room including the cable basement must be able to withstand the pressure
stress caused by an internal arc, and must be equipped with pressure relief openings to the
outside.
Tab. 10: Pressure relief without pressure absorber system
Pressure relief downwards (standard) Pressure relief to the rear (option)
Individual panels and panel blocks with IAC A FL or FLR up to 21 kA/1s Panel blocks with IAC A FL up to 21 kA/1s
Features of the exhaust opening with expanded
metal 3 (provided by the site)
▪ Mesh breadth and width of the expanded
metal < 2.5 mm
▪ Effective exhaust cross-section min. 0.35 m2
1 Floor opening 3 Exhaust opening with expanded metal

2 Direction of pressure relief 4 Floor plate
3.9 Protection and control equipment

The protection equipment and control equipment is designed customer-specifically. The devices
are installed in the low-voltage compartment or in the operating mechanism compartment.
Details are given in the respective circuit documentation.
3.10 Voltage detecting systems

Voltage detection can be carried out with the following voltage detecting systems:
▪ Plug-in HR or LRM voltage indicator
▪ Integrated voltage indicators:
– VOIS
– CAPDIS
– WEGA

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1 Integrated voltage indicator

2 Plug-in voltage indicator
-C1 Capacitance integrated into the bushing
-C2 Capacitance of the connecting cables and the voltage
indicator to earth
ULE = UN/√3 during rated operation in the three-phase
A A system
U2 = UA = Voltage at the interface (plug-in sockets) of
the plug-in voltage indicator or the test socket of the
integrated voltage indicator
Fig. 14: Voltage detecting system via capacitive voltage
divider (principle)
3.11 Ready-for-service indicator

The gas compartment (busbar and switching-device compartment) is filled with insulating gas
and is under pressure. The ready-for-service indicator at the control board shows if the gas
density in the gas compartment is in order.
▪ Self-monitoring, easy to read
▪ Independent of temperature and external pressure variations
▪ Independent of the site altitude
▪ Only responds to changes in gas density
▪ Option: Signaling switch for remote electrical indication
Mode of operation
1 Gas compartment
2 Measurement box
3 Magnetic coupling
4 Red indicator: not ready for service
5 Green indicator: ready for service
Fig. 15: Principle of gas monitoring with ready-

for-service indicator
For the ready-for-service indicator, a gas-tight measurement box is installed inside the gas
compartment. A coupling magnet, which is fitted to the bottom end of the measurement box,
transmits its position to an armature outside the gas compartment through the non-
magnetizable gas compartment (magnetic coupling). This armature moves the ready-for-service
indicator at the operating front of the panel.
While changes in the gas density during the loss of gas, which are decisive for the dielectric
strength, are displayed, changes in the relative gas pressure resulting from temperature and
external pressure variations are not. The gas in the measurement box has the same temperature
as that in the gas compartment. The same pressure change in both gas volumes compensates
for the effect of temperature.

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Gas pressure
▪ The switchgear operates perfectly in a range between the rated filling level and the
minimum functional level.
▪ If the gas pressure falls below the minimum functional level, the switchgear must not be
operated anymore. The ready-for-service indicator changes from the green area to the red
area ("not ready for service").
▪ If the ready-for-service indicator changes from the green area to the red area, the signaling
switch (option) changes its switching state.
Specifications on the rated filling level and the minimum functional level [▶ Page 25, "General
technical data"].
Tab. 11: Functional principle of the signaling switch

State of the ready-for-service indicator in the green State of the ready-for-service indicator in the red
area area
Changeover contact operated: Changeover contact not operated:
3.12 Short-circuit indicators and earth-fault indicators

The panels can optionally be equipped with short-circuit indicators or earth-fault indicators in
different designs.
Operating instructions and information on equipment features are available in the respective
manufacturing documentation.
3.13 Accessories
Storage location of the accessories upon delivery of the switchgear:
▪ Panel block: In the cable compartment of the left-hand panel
▪ With comprehensive accessories: In a separate transport box
Standard accessories (selection)

▪ Operating and installation instructions
▪ Operating levers for operation of switching devices (different designs)
▪ Double-bit key (option, key with a diameter of 3 mm or 5 mm)
Additional accessories, depending on order documentation / purchase order

(selection):
▪ Surge arresters
▪ Surge limiters
▪ Cable plugs
▪ HV HRC fuse-links
▪ Test fuses with extension tube (suitable for reference dimension e of fuse-link)
▪ Voltage indicators

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▪ Units to test the capacitive interface and the voltage indicators

▪ Unit to test the plug-in voltage indicators
▪ Phase comparison test units
3.14 Low-voltage compartment (option)

▪ Overall height: 200, 400, 600 or 900 mm
▪ Installation on the panel is possible per feeder
▪ Customer-specific equipping of the low-voltage compartment
▪ Option: Wiring duct for laying the panel-overlapping wiring on panels without low-voltage
compartment
▪ Option: Cover for switchgear fronts of the same height on panels without low-voltage
compartment
When switchgear assemblies are delivered with low-voltage compartments, the changed
transport dimensions and transport weights as well as the relocation of the center of gravity
must be observed.

4 Technical data
4.1 General technical data
Rated voltage Ur kV 7.2 12 15 17.5 24

Rated insulation level Rated short-duration power-frequency withstand voltage Ud
- phase-to-phase, phase-to-earth, open contact kV 20 1) 36 38 50
28/42
gap
- across the isolating distance kV 23 1) 39 45 60
32/48
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage Up
- phase-to-phase, phase-to-earth, open contact kV 60 75 95 95 125
gap
- across the isolating distance kV 70 85 110 110 145
Rated frequency fr Hz 50/60
2) Busbar A 630
Rated normal current Ir
Ring-main feeder A 400 or 630
Circuit-breaker feeder A 250 or 630
Transformer feeder A 3)
200
50 Hz Rated short-time withstand cur- Switchgear with tk = 1 s up to kA 25 1)
20/21
rent Ik 1)
Switchgear with tk = 3 s (design option) up to kA 20/21
Rated peak withstand current Ip up to kA 63 1)
50/52.5
Rated short-circuit making cur- Ring-main feeder up to kA 63
rent Ima Circuit-breaker feeder up to kA 63
Transformer feeder up to kA 63
60 Hz Rated short-time withstand cur- Switchgear with tk = 1 s up to kA 25 1)
20/21
rent Ik 1) 1)
Switchgear with tk = 3 s up to kA 20/21
52/55
Rated short-circuit making cur- Ring-main feeder up to kA 65 1)
52/55
rent Ima 1)
Circuit-breaker feeder up to kA 65 52/55
Transformer feeder up to kA 65 1)
52/55
Filling level (pressure values at 20 °C) Rated filling level pre (absolute) kPa 150
Minimum functional level pre (absolute) kPa 130
Ambient air temperature T Operation without secondary equipment °C 1) 1)
-25/-40 to +55/+70
4) °C 1) 1)
Operation with secondary equipment -25/-40 to +55/+70
Storage and transport including secondary °C -25 to +70
4)
equipment °C -40 to +70 (option)
Degree of protection Gas compartment IP65
Switchgear enclosure 1)
IP2X / IP3X
Low-voltage compartment 1)
IP3X / IP4X
1) Design option
2) The rated normal currents apply to ambient air temperatures of max. 40 °C. The 24-hour mean value is max. 35 °C (according to IEC/
EN 62271-1/VDE 0671-1).
3) Depending on HV HRC fuse-link
4) Depending on the secondary equipment used

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4.2 Three-position switch-disconnector

Tab. 12: Switching capacity of switch-disconnector
Test duty TDload Rated mainly active 100 operations Iload [I1] A 630
load-breaking cur- 20 operations 0.05 Iload [I1] A 31.5
rent Iload
Test duty TDloop Rated closed-loop breaking current Iloop [I2a] A 630
Test duty TDcc Rated cable-charging breaking current Icc [I4a] A 68
Test duty TDlc Rated line-charging breaking current Ilc [I4b] A 68
Test duty TDma Rated short-circuit making current Ima 50 Hz up to 63 1)
50/52.5
kA
60 Hz up to 65 1)
52/55
kA
Test duty TDef1 Rated earth-fault breaking current Ief1 [I6a] A 200
Test duty TDef2 Rated cable-charging breaking current and Ief2 [I6b (√3 · I4a) A 115
rated line-charging breaking current under or I6b (√3 · I4b)]
earth-fault conditions
Number of mechanical operating cycles / Classification n 1000 / M1
Number of electrical operating cycles with Iload / Classification n 100 / E3
Number of short-circuit making operations with Ima / Classification n 5 / E3
C-classification for switch-disconnector (no restrikes, TD: Icc, Ilc) C2
1) Design option
Tab. 13: Switching capacity for make-proof earthing switch

Rated short-circuit making current Ima 50 Hz up to 63 1)
50/52.5
kA
60 Hz up to 65 1)
52/55
kA
Number of mechanical operating cycles / Classification n 1000 / M0
Number of short-circuit making operations / Classification n 5 / E2
1) Design option
Tab. 14: Switching capacity of switch-fuse combination

Rated normal current Ir A 1)
200
Rated transfer current Itransfer A 1500 1300
Maximum transformer rating kVA 1000 1250 1600 1600 2000
Tripping time for striker operation ms ≥ 50 ms
Tripping time for release operation ms ≥ 130 ms
Setting time for delay at the protection device ms ≥ 100 ms
1) Depending on HV HRC fuse-link
Tab. 15: Switching capacity for make-proof earthing switches (with HV HRC fuse-links on feeder
side)
Rated short-circuit making current Ima 50 Hz kA 6.3
60 Hz kA 6.5
Rated short-time withstand current Ik with tk = 1 s kA 2.5

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Motor operating mechanism

Tab. 16: Rated currents of the motor protection equipment (protection equipment with tripping
characteristic type C):
Rated supply voltage [V] Recommended rated current for the protection equipment [A]
24 DC 4
48 DC 2
60 DC 1.6
110 DC/AC (50/60 Hz) 1.0
120/125 DC 1.0
220 DC 1.0
230 AC (50/60 Hz) 0.5
The control voltage (including releases) is protected with 8 A.
Releases
Releases trip the switch-fuse combination. The electrical opening command is transmitted to the
OPEN latch via a magnet armature by unlatching an energy store.
Depending on the operating mechanism used, up to 2 releases can be used.
▪ Shunt release (-Y1, -Y3)
Shunt releases (optional) are used to trip or electrically open the switch-fuse combination.
The opening command is executed by application of an auxiliary voltage (AC or DC,
depending on the design option).
After opening the switch-fuse combination, the release is de-energized internally.
Tab. 17: Power consumption of the operating coils

Operating coil Power consumption [W/VA]
Switch-fuse combination
Shunt release (-Y1, -Y3) ≤ 370
4.3 Three-position disconnector

Switching capacity and classification for disconnector and make-proof earthing switch:
Tab. 18: Disconnector
Rated normal current Ir A 250, 630
Number of mechanical operating cycles / n 1000 / M0
Classification
Tab. 19: Make-proof earthing switch

Rated short-circuit making current Ima 50 Hz up to 63 1)
50/52.5
kA
60 Hz up to 65 1)
52/55
kA
Number of short-circuit making operations / Classifi- n 5 / E2
cation
1) Design option

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4.4 Vacuum circuit-breaker

Switching capacity and classification of vacuum circuit-breakers:
Tab. 20: Type 2 with three-position disconnector

Rated normal current of feeders lr A 250 or 630
50 Hz Rated short-time withstand current Switchgear with tk = 1 s Ik (th) up to kA 25 1)
20/21
Ik 1)
Switchgear with tk = 3 s Ik (th) up to kA 20/21
50/52.5
Rated short-circuit breaking current Isc up to kA 25 1)
20/21
Rated short-circuit making current Ima up to kA 63 1)
50/52.5
60 Hz Rated short-time withstand current Switchgear with tk = 1 s Ik (th) up to kA 25 1)
20/21
Ik 1)
Switchgear with tk = 3 s Ik (th) up to kA 20/21
52/55
Rated short-circuit breaking current Isc up to kA 25 1)
20/21
Rated short-circuit making current Ima up to kA 65 1)
52/55
Number of operating cycles for disconnector, mechanical 1000
Number of operating cycles for earthing switch, mechanical 1000
Number of operating cycles for circuit-breaker, mechanical 2000
Classification of circuit-breaker M1, E2, C1, S1
Classification of disconnector M0
Classification of make-proof earthing switch E2
Rated operating sequence O - 3 min - CO - 3 min - CO
Number of short-circuit breaking operations n 6 or 20
1) Design option
Operating times, contacts

The time indications in the following table refer to the application of the switchgear in
accordance with IEC 60721-3-3 Class 3K4. If the switchgear is operated beyond this range, the
indicated times may deviate.
Tab. 21: Operating times

Designation Component (item designation) Unit Time
Type 2
Closing time Closing solenoid (-Y9) ms < 30
Opening time 1st shunt release (-Y1) ms < 35
Additional release 2nd shunt release (-Y3) ms < 35
C.t.-operated release (-Y6) ms < 35
Undervoltage release (-Y7) ms < 35
Low-energy release (-Y6) ms < 35
Arcing time ms < 15
Break time 1st shunt release (-Y1) ms < 50
Charging time (motor) s < 15
Dead time s 180
Close-open contact 1st shunt release (-Y1) ms < 65
time Additional release 2nd shunt release (-Y3) ms < 65
1)
Minimum command duration
CLOSE Closing solenoid (-Y9) ms 40

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Designation Component (item designation) Unit Time

Type 2
OPEN 1st shunt release (-Y1) ms < 40
1) For operation of the switchgear beyond the range defined by IEC 60721-3-3 Class 3K4, a minimum command
duration of 100 ms is recommended.
Closing time: The interval of time between the initiation (command) of the closing operation
and the instant when the contacts touch in all poles.
Opening time: The interval of time between the initiation (command) of the opening operation
and the instant when the contacts separate in all poles.
Arcing time: The interval of time from the first initiation of an arc and the instant of final arc
extinction in all poles.
Break time: The interval of time between the initiation (command) of the opening operation
and the instant of final arc extinction in the last-pole-to-clear (= opening time and arcing time).
Close-open time: The interval of time - in a make-break operating cycle - between the instant
when the contacts touch in the first pole in the closing process, and the instant when the
contacts separate in all poles in the subsequent opening process.
Tab. 22: Power consumption of circuit-breaker motor operating mechanism

Circuit-breaker Max. power consumption
DC AC
Type 2 approx. 80 W approx. 80 VA
Tab. 23: Rated current for the motor operating mechanism protection equipment
1) 2)
Rated supply voltage Recommended rated current for the protection equipment
Circuit-breaker type 2
DC 24 V 8 A
48 V 6 A
60 V 4 A
110 V 2 A
220 V 1.6 A
AC 110 V (50/60 Hz) 2 A
230 V (50/60 Hz) 1.6 A
1) The supply voltage may deviate from the rated supply voltage by max. -20 % to +10 %.
2) M.c.b. with C-characteristic
Tab. 24: Breaking capacity of auxiliary switch 3SV92

Breaking capacity Operating voltage [V] Normal current [A]
40 Hz to 60 Hz AC up to 230 10
Resistive load Inductive load
DC 24 10 10
48 10 9
60 9 7
110 5 4
220 2.5 2
Closing solenoid (‑Y9)

The closing solenoid closes the circuit-breaker electrically. The closing command is executed by
application of an auxiliary voltage (AC or DC, depending on the design option).
After closing, the closing solenoid is de-energized internally.

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Releases
Releases trip the circuit-breaker. The electrical opening command is transmitted to the OPEN
latch via a magnet armature by unlatching an energy store. Depending on the operating
mechanism used, up to 2 releases can be used.
▪ Shunt release (‑Y1)
Shunt releases are used to trip or electrically open circuit-breakers. The opening command is
executed by application of an auxiliary voltage (AC or DC, depending on the design option).
After opening the circuit-breaker, the release is de-energized internally.
▪ Undervoltage release (‑Y7)
Undervoltage releases are used to trip or electrically open circuit-breakers. During normal
operation, the shunt releases are supplied with a closed-circuit current from an auxiliary
voltage source (AC or DC, depending on the design option). When the auxiliary voltage falls
below a specific value, or when it is interrupted, the opening operation takes place.
▪ C.t.-operated release (‑Y6)
The low-energy c.t.-operated release 3AX1104 is used for protection devices with a pulse
output, which are supplied with c.t. current. The tripping circuit is supplied as well through
the protection core of the current transformer. When a pulse of 0.1 Ws runs through the
tripping circuit, the opening operation takes place.
▪ Low-energy release (‑Y6)
The low-energy release is provided for use in combination with the transformer monitor
IKI-30 (make Kries) or the protection device 7SJ45 (make Siemens) supplied with c.t.
current. The tripping circuit is supplied through the current sensor or current transformer.
When a pulse of 0.02 Ws runs through the tripping circuit, the opening operation takes
place. The low-energy release is available for the vacuum circuit-breaker type 2.
Varistor module
The varistor module limits switching overvoltages caused by tripping coils in circuits and
auxiliary circuits.
The varistor module is integrated in the releases.
Circuit-breaker tripping signal

When the circuit-breaker is tripped by a release (e.g. by protection tripping), there is a signal
through the NO contact -S6.
If the circuit-breaker is tripped deliberately with the mechanical pushbutton, this signal is
suppressed by the NC contact -S7.
Tab. 25: Power consumption of the releases

Release Power consumption [W/VA]
Closing solenoid (‑Y9) ≤ 370
Shunt release (‑Y1) ≤ 370
C.t.-operated release (‑Y6) ≤ 30
Low-energy release (‑Y6) ≤ 10
Undervoltage release (‑Y7) ≤ 20
4.5 Current transformers and voltage transformers

The technical data of the current transformers and the voltage transformers is given in the
associated order documents.
4.6 Classification of the switchgear

The switchgear is classified according to IEC/EN 62271‑200 / VDE 0671‑200.
Partition class: PM (partition of metal)
Tab. 26: Loss of service continuity category

Panel Loss of service continuity category
with ▪ Three-position disconnector LSC 2
without ▪ Three-position switch-disconnector LSC 1

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Tab. 27: Accessibility to compartments

Compartment Accessibility
Gas compartment (busbar and switching-device compartment) Non-accessible
Low-voltage compartment (option) Tool-based
Cable compartment of the panel With earthing switch Interlock-controlled
Cable feeder (K) Tool-based
Metering panel type M, air-insulated Tool-based
Tab. 28: Internal arc classification IAC (option)

Type of installation of the switchgear IAC class
Wall-standing arrangement IAC A FL 21 kA 1 s
Free-standing arrangement IAC A FLR 21 kA 1 s
IAC Internal Arc Classification F Front

A Type of accessibility: Switchgear in closed electrical service lo- L Lateral sides
cation, access "for authorized personnel only". R Rear
[kA] Arc test current [s] Test duration
4.7 Standards and guidelines

The switchgear complies with the following prescriptions and standards:
IEC/EN standard VDE standard

Switchgear 62271-1 0671-1
62271-200 0671-200
Devices Circuit-breakers 62271-100 0671-100
Disconnectors 62271-102 0671-102
Earthing switches
Switch-disconnectors 62271-103 0671-103
Switch-fuse combination 62271-105 0671-105
HV HRC fuses 60282-1 0670-4
Voltage detecting systems 61243-5 0682-415
Surge arresters 60099 0675
Degree of protection 60529 0470-1
Insulation 60071 0111
Current transformers 61869-1/-2 0414-9-1/-2
Voltage transformers 61869-1/-3 0414-9-1/-3
Electronic current transformers 61869-8 0414-44-8
Electronic voltage transformers 61869-7 0414-44-7
Insulating gas SF6 60376 0373-1
Installation and erection 61936-1 0101
HD637-S1
Environmental conditions 60721-3-3 DIN EN 60721-3-3
Type approval of vacuum interrupter

The vacuum interrupters fitted in the switching devices are type-approved in accordance with
§ 45 of the Radiation Protection Act (StrlSchG) of the Federal Republic of Germany as
interference radiators, and they meet the requirements for interference radiators according to
§ 23 of the latest Radiation Protection Ordinance (StrlSchV) up to the rated voltage specified in
the approval document.
Vacuum interrupters featuring type approval may be operated by the owner of the switchgear
without explicit authorization. The approval document is available on request specifying the
switchgear type and factory reference number.

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Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)

The a.m. standards as well as the "EMC Guide for Switchgear"[1] are applied during design,
manufacture and erection of the switchgear. Installation, connection and maintenance have to
be performed in accordance with the stipulations of the operating instructions.
For operation, the legal stipulations applicable at the place of installation have to be observed
additionally. In this way, the switchgear assemblies of this type series fulfil the basic protection
requirements of the EMC guide.
Degrees of protection
The panels fulfill the following degrees of protection according to IEC 62271‑200, IEC 60529 and
DIN VDE 0671‑200:
▪ IP2X (standard) for parts under high voltage
– for air-insulated metering panels
– for panels with HV HRC fuses
▪ IP3X (option) for the switchgear enclosure of the operating front and the side walls
▪ IP3X (standard, option: IP4X) for low-voltage compartments
▪ IP65 for parts under high voltage
– for panels without HV HRC fuses
– for switchgear without air-insulated metering panels
Transport regulations
According to "Annex A of the European Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of
Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR)" launched on September 30, 1957, Siemens gas-insulated
medium-voltage switchgear does not belong to the category of dangerous goods in respect of
transportation, and is exempted from special transport regulations according to ADR,
Clause 1.1.3.1 b).
4.8 Dimensions and weights

The switchgear weight depends on the switchgear design and the degree to which it is
equipped. The table shows mean values.
Tab. 29: Weight of individual panels

Panel type Width Gross weight for a switchgear height of Low-voltage
compartment
[mm] 1200 mm 1400 mm 1700 mm 600 mm
approx. [kg] approx. [kg] approx. [kg] approx. [kg]
R 310 100 110 120 40
K 310 100 110 120 40
T 430 135 145 160 50
L 430 130 140 155 50
Tab. 30: Weight of panel blocks

Panel block Width Gross weight for a switchgear height (without low-
voltage compartment) of
[mm] 1200 mm 1400 mm 1700 mm
approx. [kg] approx. [kg] approx. [kg]
Block of 2 panels KT, TK 740 230 250 280
1) 740 230 250 280
KL , LK
RK, KR 620 200 220 240
RT, TR 740 230 250 280
1) 740 230 250 280
RL , LR
TT 860 270 290 320
RR 620 200 220 240
1) 860 260 280 310
LL
[1] Dr. Bernd Jäkel, Ansgar Müller, "Medium-Voltage Systems – EMC Guide for Switchgear", Siemens AG 2012

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Panel block Width Gross weight for a switchgear height (without low-
voltage compartment) of
[mm] 1200 mm 1400 mm 1700 mm
approx. [kg] approx. [kg] approx. [kg]
Block of 3 panels RRT 1050 330 360 400
1) 1050 320 350 390
RRL
RTR 1050 330 360 400
RLR 1050 320 350 390
RRR 930 300 330 360
TTT 1290 410 440 490
1) 1290 400 430 480
LLL
Block of 4 panels RRRT 1360 430 470 520
1) 1360 430 470 520
RRRL
RRRR 1240 400 440 480
TRRT 1480 470 510 560
LRRL 1480 460 500 550
TTTT 1720 540 580 640
1) 1720 520 560 620
LLLL
1) Applies to design with circuit-breaker type 2
Transport weight
The transport weight results from the switchgear weight per transport unit and the packing
weight. The packing weight results from the transport dimensions and the type of transport.
Tab. 31: Packing weights

Maximum width of switchgear as- Packing weight
sembly Truck / rail / container Seaworthy crate / airfreight
[mm] approx. [kg] approx. [kg]
850 30 90
1200 40 120
1550 50 150
1800 60 180
2000 75 225
4.9 Phase sequence

The phases L1, L2 and L3 of all panel types are at the following positions:
L1 L2 L3
L3 L2 L1
Fig. 16: Phase sequence in cable Fig. 17: Phase sequence of busbar (view

compartment (view from the front) from the left)

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4.10 Insulating gas

The sealed pressure system of the switchgear contains the insulating gas SF6 (fluorinated
greenhouse gas, GWP 22,800).
Example for a typical amount of SF6 gas:
Panel block 8DJH RRT with 2.2 kg SF6 (CO2e = 50 t)
The respective amount of gas included is indicated on the nameplate of the switchgear.
Gas leakage rate

The gas leakage rate is < 0.1 % per year (referred to the absolute gas pressure).
4.11 Dielectric strength and site altitude

Dielectric strength
▪ The dielectric strength is verified by testing the switchgear with rated values of short-
duration power-frequency withstand voltage and lightning impulse withstand voltage
according to IEC 62271‑1/VDE 0671‑1.
▪ The rated values are referred to sea level and to normal atmospheric conditions (101.3 kPa,
20 °C, 11 g/m3 humidity according to VDE 0111 and IEC 60071).
▪ The dielectric strength decreases with increasing altitude. For site altitudes above 1000 m
(above sea level) the standards do not provide any guidelines for the insulation rating, but
leave this to the scope of special agreements.
All parts housed inside the gas compartment which are subjected to high voltage are insulated
against the earthed enclosure by the insulating gas.
Site altitude
The gas insulation in the gas compartment at a relative pressure of 50 kPa (= 500 hPa) permits
switchgear installation at an altitude of up to 2000 m above sea level without the dielectric
strength being adversely affected. This also applies to the cable connection when using screened
cable plugs. Site altitudes above 2000 m are possible on request.
For site altitudes of more than 1000 m (above sea level), the decrease (reduction) of the
dielectric strength must be considered for panels with HV HRC fuses. For these site altitudes, a
higher insulation level must be selected, which results from the multiplication of the rated
insulation level (for 0 to 1000 m) with the altitude correction factor Ka.
Altitude correction factor

For site altitudes above 1000 m, the altitude correction factor Ka must be considered.
Curve m=1 for rated short-duration power-frequency withstand voltage and rated lightning
impulse withstand voltage according to IEC 62271‑1 / VDE 0671‑1.
1,50
Ka 1,40
m=1
1,30
1,20
1,10
1,00
1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500
m
Fig. 18: Correction factor Ka as a function of the site altitude in m above sea level

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Tab. 32: Dielectric strength

Rated voltage (r.m.s. value) kV 7.2 12 15 17.5 24
Rated short-duration power-frequency withstand voltage (r.m.s. value)
– Across isolating distances kV 23 32 39 45 60
– Between phases and to earth kV 20 28 36 38 50
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage (peak value)
– Across isolating distances kV 70 85 105 110 145
– Between phases and to earth kV 60 75 95 95 125
Calculation example:
3000 m site altitude above sea level (Ka = 1.28)

17.5 kV rated voltage of the power grid
95 kV rated lightning impulse withstand voltage (see "Dielectric strength" table, rated voltage 17.5 kV)
Necessary rated lightning impulse withstand voltage:

95 kV * 1.28 = 122 kV
Result:
According to the above "Dielectric strength" table, switchgear for a rated voltage of 24 kV with a rated lightning
impulse withstand voltage of 125 kV is to be selected.
4.12 Selection of HV HRC fuse-links

According to IEC 60282-1 (2009) Clause 6.6, the breaking capacity of HV HRC fuse-links is tested
within the scope of the type test at 87 % of their rated voltage.
In three-phase systems with resonance-earthed or isolated neutral, under double earth fault and
other conditions, the full phase-to-phase voltage may be available at the HV HRC fuse-link during
breaking. Depending on the size of the operating voltage of such a system, this applied voltage
may then exceed 87 % of the rated voltage.
To be observed during configuration of switching devices and selection of HV HRC fuse-links:
▪ Use only fuse-links satisfying the stated operating conditions.
▪ Use only fuse-links whose breaking capacity was tested at least with the maximum system
voltage.
In case of doubt, select a suitable HV HRC fuse-link together with the manufacturer.
Allocation of HV HRC fuses and transformers

The three‑position switch‑disconnector in the transformer feeder (transformer switch) was
combined with HV HRC fuse-links and tested in accordance with IEC 62271‑105.
The following protection table shows HV HRC fuse-links tested by Siemens, which are
recommended for transformer protection.
The protection tables are valid for:
▪ Maximum ambient air temperature in the switchgear room of 40 °C according to
IEC 62271‑1/VDE 0670‑1000 considering the influence of the switchgear enclosure. The 24-
hour mean value is max. 35 °C (according to IEC 62271‑1/VDE 0671‑1)
▪ Requirements according to IEC 62271‑105
▪ Protection of distribution transformers according to IEC 60787/VDE 0670‑402
▪ Rated power of transformer (no overload operation)
The specified HV HRC fuse-links are type-tested back-up fuses according to IEC 60282‑1. The
dimensions conform to DIN 43625.
The HV HRC fuse-links have a thermal protection in form of a temperature-limiting striker
tripping operating in case of defective HV HRC fuse-links or high overload currents.
Please contact the Siemens Service Hotline if you want to use HV HRC fuse-links from other
manufacturers.
The selection of HV HRC fuse-links is based on:
▪ IEC 60282‑1
▪ IEC 62271‑105/VDE 0671‑105
▪ IEC 60787/VDE 0670‑402

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▪ Recommendations and data sheets of fuse manufacturers

▪ Permissible power loss in the switchgear enclosure at an ambient air temperature of 40 °C
NOTICE
HV HRC fuse-links with incorrect characteristic
Using HV HRC fuse-links with different characteristics for nominally equal rated normal
current can damage the switchgear.
⇨ Use specified HV HRC fuse-links from the protection table.
The following table shows HV HRC fuse-links of the makes SIBA and Mersen tested by Siemens,
which are recommended for transformer protection.
Tab. 33: Transformer protection table

Transformer HV HRC fuse-link
Sr [kVA] uK [%] Ir [A] Ir [A] Ur [kV] e [mm] Order number
Make SIBA Make Mersen
System operating voltage Un 3.3…3.6 kV
20 4 3.5 6.3 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.6,3 –
10 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.10 –
30 4 5.25 10 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.10 –
16 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.16 –
50 4 8.75 16 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.16 –
20 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.20 –
75 4 13.1 20 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.20 –
25 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.25 –
100 4 17.5 31.5 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.31,5 –
40 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.40 –
125 4 21.87 31.5 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.31,5 –
40 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.40 –
160 4 28 40 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.40 –
50 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.50 –
200 4 35 50 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.50 –
63 3…7.2 292 30 099 13.63 –
250 4 43.74 63 3…7.2 292 30 099 13.63 –
80 3…7.2 292 30 099 13.80 –
20 4 2.78 6.3 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.6,3 –
30 4 4.16 10 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.10 –
50 4 6.93 16 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.16 –
75 4 10.4 16 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.16 –
20 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.20 –
100 4 13.87 20 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.20 –
25 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.25 –
125 4 17.35 25 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.25 –
31.5 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.31,5 –
160 4 22.2 31.5 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.31,5 –
40 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.40 –
200 4 27.75 40 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.40 –
50 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.50 –
250 4 34.7 50 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.50 –
63 3…7.2 292 30 099 13.63 –
315 4 43.7 63 3…7.2 292 30 099 13.63 –
80 3…7.2 292 30 099 13.80 –
20 4 2.3 6.3 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.6,3 –

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30 4 3.4 6.3 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.6,3 –
10 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.10 –
50 4 5.7 10 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.10 –
16 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.16 –
75 4 8.6 16 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.16 –
20 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.20 –
100 4 11.5 16 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.16 –
20 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.20 –
125 4 14.4 20 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.20 –
25 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.25 –
160 4 18.4 31.5 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.31,5 –
40 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.40 –
200 4 23 40 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.40 –
50 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.50 –
250 4 28.8 40 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.40 –
50 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.50 –
315 4 36.3 50 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.50 –
63 3…7.2 292 30 099 13.63 –
400 4 46.1 63 3…7.2 292 30 099 13.63 –
80 3…7.2 292 30 099 13.80 –
System operating voltage Un 6…7.2 kV
20 4 1.9 6.3 6…12 292 30 004 13.6,3 –
6.3 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.6,3 –
6.3 6…12 442 30 101 13.6,3 –
50 4 4.8 10 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.10 –
10 6…12 292 30 004 13.10 –
10 6…12 442 30 101 13.10 –
16 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.16 –
16 6…12 292 30 004 13.16 45DB120V16PTD
16 6…12 442 30 101 13.16 –
75 4 7.2 16 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.16 –
16 6…12 292 30 004 13.16 45DB120V16PTD
16 6…12 442 30 101 13.16 –
100 4 9.6 16 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.16 –
16 6…12 292 30 004 13.16 –
16 6…12 442 30 101 13.16 –
20 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.20 –
20 6…12 292 30 004 13.20 –
20 6…12 442 30 101 13.20 –
25 6…12 292 – 45DB120V25PTD
125 4 12 20 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.20 –
20 6…12 292 30 004 13.20 –
20 6…12 442 30 101 13.20 –
25 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.25 –
25 6…12 292 30 004 13.25 45DB120V25PTD
25 6…12 442 30 101 13.25 –
160 4 15.4 31.5 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.31,5 –
31.5 6…12 292 30 004 13.31,5 45DB120V32PTD
31.5 6…12 442 30 101 13.31,5 –

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200 4 19.2 31.5 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.31,5 –
31.5 6…12 292 30 004 13.31,5 –
31.5 6…12 442 30 101 13.31,5 –
40 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.40 –
40 6…12 292 30 004 13.40 45DB120V40PTD
40 6…12 442 30 101 13.40 –
250 4 24 40 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.40 –
40 6…12 292 30 004 13.40 –
40 6…12 442 30 101 13.40 –
50 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.50 –
50 6…12 292 30 004 13.50 –
50 6…12 442 30 101 13.50 –
63 6…12 292 30 012 43.63 45DB120V63PTS2
315 4 30.3 50 3…7.2 292 30 098 13.50 –
50 6…12 292 30 004 13.50 45DB120V50PTD
50 6…12 442 30 101 13.50 –
63 6…12 292 30 012 43.63 45DB120V63PTS2
80 6…12 292 – 45DB120V80PTS2
400 4 38.4 63 6…12 292 30 012 43.63 –
80 6…12 292 30 012 43.80 45DB120V80PTS2
80 6…12 442 30 102 43.80 –
63 3…7.2 292 30 099 13.63 –
63 6…12 292 30 012 13.63 –
63 6…12 442 30 102 13.63 –
100 6…12 292 – 45DB120V100PTS2
500 4 48 80 6…12 292 30 012 43.80 –
80 6…12 442 30 102 43.80 –
80 3…7.2 292 30 099 13.80 –
80 6…12 292 30 012 13.80 –
80 6…12 442 30 102 13.80 –
100 6…12 292 30 012 43.100 45DB120V100PTS2
100 6…12 442 30 102 43.100 45DB120V100PTS3
630 4 61 100 6…12 442 30 102 43.100 –
125 6…12 292 30 103 43.125 45DB120V125PTS2
125 6…12 442 30 020 43.125 –
800 4 77 160 6…12 442 – 45DB120V160PTS3
System operating voltage Un 10…12 kV
20 4 1.15 4 6…12 292 30 004 13.4 –
50 4 2.9 10 6…12 292 30 004 13.10 45DB120V10PTD
10 6…12 442 30 101 13.10 –
10 10…17.5 292 30 255 13.10 –
10 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.10 –
10 10…24 442 30 006 13.10 45DB240V10PTD
75 4 4.3 10 6…12 292 30 004 13.10 45DB120V10PTD
10 6…12 442 30 101 13.10 –
10 10…17.5 292 30 255 13.10 –
10 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.10 –
10 10…24 442 30 006 13.10 45DB240V10PTD
100 4 5.8 16 6…12 292 30 004 13.16 –
16 6…12 442 30 101 13.16 –
16 10…17.5 292 30 255 13.16 –
16 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.16 –
16 10…24 442 30 006 13.16 45DB240V16PTD

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125 4 7.2 16 6…12 292 30 004 13.16 45DB120V16PTD
16 6…12 442 30 101 13.16 –
16 10…17.5 292 30 255 13.16 –
16 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.16 –
16 10…24 442 30 006 13.16 45DB240V16PTD
20 10…24 442 – 45DB240V20PTD
160 4 9.3 20 6…12 292 30 004 13.20 45DB120V20PTD
20 6…12 442 30 101 13.20 –
20 10…17.5 292 30 221 13.20 –
20 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.20 –
20 10…24 442 30 006 13.20 45DB240V20PTD
200 4 11.5 25 6…12 292 30 004 13.25 45DB120V25PTD
25 6…12 442 30 101 13.25 –
25 10…17.5 292 30 221 13.25 –
25 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.25 –
25 10…24 442 30 006 13.25 45DB240V25PTD
250 4 14.5 25 6…12 292 30 004 13.25 45DB120V25PTD
25 6…12 442 30 101 13.25 –
25 10…17.5 292 30 221 13.25 –
25 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.25 –
25 10…24 442 30 006 13.25 45DB240V25PTD
31.5 6…12 292 30 004 13.31,5 –
31.5 6…12 442 30 101 13.31,5 –
31.5 10…17.5 292 30 221 13.31,5 –
31.5 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.31,5 –
31.5 10…24 442 30 006 13.31,5 45DB240V32PTD
315 4 18.3 31.5 6…12 292 30 004 13.31,5 45DB120V32PTD
31.5 6…12 442 30 101 13.31,5 –
31.5 10…17.5 292 30 221 13.31,5 –
31.5 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.31,5 –
31.5 10…24 442 30 006 13.31,5 45DB240V32PTD
40 6…12 292 30 004 13.40 –
40 6…12 442 30 101 13.40 –
40 10…17.5 292 30 221 13.40 –
40 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.40 –
40 10…24 442 30 006 13.40 45DB240V40PTD
400 4 23.1 40 6…12 292 30 004 13.40 45DB120V40PTD
40 6…12 442 30 101 13.40 –
40 10…17.5 292 30 221 13.40 –
40 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.40 –
40 10…24 442 30 006 13.40 45DB240V40PTD
50 6…12 292 30 004 13.50 –
50 6…12 442 30 101 13.50 –
50 10…17.5 292 30 221 13.50 –
50 10…17.5 442 30 232 13.50 –
50 10…24 442 30 014 13.50 45DB240V50PTS
500 4 29 50 6…12 292 30 004 13.50 45DB120V50PTD
50 6…12 442 30 101 13.50 –
50 10…17.5 292 30 221 13.50 –
50 10…17.5 442 30 232 13.50 –
50 10…24 442 30 014 13.50 45DB240V50PTD
63 6…12 292 30 012 43.63 45DB120V63PTS2
63 10…24 442 30 014 43.63 45DB240V63PTD

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630 4 36.4 63 6…12 292 30 012 43.63 –
80 10…24 442 30 014 43.80 45DB240V80PTS
63 6…12 292 30 012 13.63 45DB120V63PTD
63 6…12 442 30 102 13.63 –
63 10…17.5 442 30 232 13.63 –
80 6…12 292 30 012 43.80 45DB120V80PTS2
80 6…12 442 30 102 43.80 –
800 5…6 46.2 63 6…12 292 30 012 13.63 –
80 6…12 292 30 012 43.80 45DB120V80PTS2
80 6…12 442 30 102 43.80 –
80 10…24 442 – 45DB240V80PTS
1000 5…6 58 100 6…12 292 – 45DB120V100PTS2
100 6…12 442 30 102 43.100 45DB120V100PTS3
100 10…24 442 – 45DB240V100PTS
1250 5…6 72.2 125 6…12 292 – 45DB120V125PTS2
125 6…12 442 30 103 43.125 45DB120V125PTS3
125 10…24 442 – 45DB240V125PTS
System operating voltage Un 13.8 kV
20 4 0.8 3.15 10…24 442 30 006 13.3,15 –
50 4 2.1 6.3 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.6,3 –
6.3 10…24 442 30 006 13.6,3 –
10 10…24 442 – 45DB240V10PTD
75 4 3.2 6.3 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.6,3 –
10 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.10 –
10 10…24 442 30 006 13.10 45DB240V10PTD
100 4 4.2 10 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.10 –
16 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.16 –
16 10…24 442 30 006 13.16 45DB240V16PTD
125 4 5.3 10 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.10 –
16 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.16 –
16 10…24 442 30 006 13.16 45DB240V16PTD
160 4 6.7 16 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.16 –
16 10…24 442 – 45DB240V16PTD
200 4 8.4 16 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.16 –
20 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.20 –
20 10…24 442 30 006 13.20 45DB240V20PTD
250 4 10.5 20 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.20 –
25 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.25 –
25 10…24 442 30 006 13.25 45DB240V25PTD
315 4 13.2 25 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.25 –
25 10…24 442 – 45DB240V25PTD
31.5 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.31,5 –
31.5 10…24 442 30 006 13.31,5 45DB240V32PTD
400 4 16.8 31.5 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.31,5 –
31.5 10…24 442 30 006 13.31,5 45DB240V32PTD
40 10…24 442 – 45DB240V40PTD
500 4 21 40 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.40 –
40 10…24 442 30 006 13.40 45DB240V40PTD
50 10…24 442 – 45DB240V50PTD
630 4 26.4 50 10…17.5 442 30 232 13.50 –
50 10…24 442 30 014 13.50 45DB240V50PTD
63 10…24 442 – 45DB240V63PTD
80 10…24 442 – 45DB240V80PTS

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800 5…6 33.5 63 10…24 442 30 014 43.63 45DB240V63PTD
80 10…24 442 – 45DB240V80PTS
1000 5…6 41.9 80 10…24 442 30 014 43.80 45DB240V80PTD
1250 5…6 52.3 100 10…24 442 – 45DB240V100PTS
System operating voltage Un 15…17.5 kV
20 4 0.77 3.15 10…24 442 30 006 13.3,15 –
50 4 1.9 6.3 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.6,3 –
6.3 10…24 442 30 006 13.6,3 –
75 4 2.9 6.3 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.6,3 –
10 10…24 442 – 45DB240V10PTD
100 4 3.9 10 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.10 –
10 10…24 442 – 45DB240V10PTD
125 4 4.8 16 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.16 –
16 10…24 442 30 006 13.16 45DB240V16PTD
160 4 6.2 16 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.16 –
16 10…24 442 – 45DB240V16PTD
200 4 7.7 16 10…24 442 – 45DB240V16PTD
20 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.20 –
20 10…24 442 30 006 13.20 –
250 4 9.7 25 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.25 –
25 10…24 442 30 006 13.25 45DB240V25PTD
315 4 12.2 25 10…24 442 – 45DB240V25PTD
31.5 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.31,5 –
31.5 10…24 442 30 006 13.31,5 –
400 4 15.5 31.5 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.31,5 –
31.5 10…24 442 30 006 13.31,5 45DB240V32PTD
500 4 19.3 31.5 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.31,5 –
31.5 10…24 442 30 006 13.31,5 –
40 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.40 –
40 10…24 442 30 006 13.40 45DB240V40PTD
630 4 24.3 40 10…17.5 442 30 231 13.40 –
40 10…24 442 30 006 13.40 –
50 10…17.5 442 30 232 13.50 –
50 10…24 442 30 014 13.50 45DB240V50PTD
63 10…24 442 30 014 43.63 –
800 5…6 30.9 63 10…24 442 30 014 43.63 –
1000 5…6 38.5 80 10…24 442 30 014 43.80 –
1250 5…6 48.2 100 10…24 442 30 022 43.100 –
System operating voltage Un 20…24 kV
20 4 0.75 3.15 10…24 442 30 006 13.3,15 –
50 4 1.5 6.3 10…24 442 30 006 13.6,3 –
75 4 2.2 6.3 10…24 442 30 006 13.6,3 –
100 4 2.9 6.3 10…24 442 30 006 13.6,3 –
10 10…24 442 – 45DB240V10PTD
125 4 3.6 10 10…24 442 30 006 13.10 45DB240V10PTD
160 4 4.7 10 10…24 442 30 006 13.10 –
200 4 5.8 16 10…24 442 30 006 13.16 45DB240V16PTD
250 4 7.3 16 10…24 442 30 006 13.16 45DB240V16PTD
315 4 9.2 16 10…24 442 30 006 13.16 –
20 10…24 442 30 006 13.20 –
25 10…24 442 – 45DB240V25PTD
400 4 11.6 20 10…24 442 30 006 13.20 –
25 10…24 442 30 006 13.25 45DB240V25PTD

4 | Technical data

500 4 14.5 25 10…24 442 30 006 13.25 45DB240V25PTD
31.5 10…24 442 30 006 13.31,5 45DB240V32PTD
630 4 18.2 31.5 10…24 442 30 006 13.31,5 45DB240V32PTD
40 10…24 442 30 006 13.40 45DB240V40PTD
800 5…6 23.1 31.5 10…24 442 30 006 13.31,5 –
40 10…24 442 30 006 13.40 45DB240V40PTD
1000 5…6 29 50 10…24 442 30 014 13.50 45DB240V50PTS
63 10…24 442 30 014 43.63 –
1250 5…6 36 50 10…24 442 – 45DB240V50PTS
80 10…24 442 30 014 43.80 –
1600 5…6 46.5 100 10…24 442 30 022 43.100 –
2000 5…6 57.8 140 10…24 442 30 022 43.140 –
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Sr Rated power of transformer Ur Operating voltage / rated voltage of fuse-link
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mechanism compartment
1 Switchgear type and year of manufacture 4 Technical data
2 Serial number 5 Number of operating instructions
3 Internal arc classification (option)

5 Transport
5.1 Safety instructions
WARNING
Transport units falling down or tipping over
During transport, the transport units can slip off the lifting gear or tip over and cause serious
injury or death.
⇨ There must be no persons standing in the swinging area of lifted transport units.
⇨ Please ensure that the lifting and transport gear used meets the requirements as regards
construction and load-bearing capacity.
⇨ Secure the transport unit with the help of a slip-off protection against slipping off the
lifting gear or transport gear. Use crane hooks with safety lugs
⇨ Move the transport unit with lifting trucks or fork-lift trucks only on a transport pallet.
⇨ Place the fork of the fork-lift truck completely under the transport pallet.
⇨ Observe the dimensions and weights of the transport unit (delivery note).
⇨ Observe the center of gravity of the transport units.
⇨ The center of gravity of the transport units is not always located under the lashing point.
Transport only panel groups with a max. width of 2.00 m or max. height of 2.60 m.
⇨ Do not step on the panels.
⇨ The lifting gear must not exert any forces on the panel walls under load.
⇨ Observe the instructions on the packing.
⇨ Before transporting without transport pallet, remove the accessories from the cable
compartment.
⇨ Move the transport units in packed condition for as long as possible. Leave the transport
units packed after unloading for as long as possible.
⇨ There must be no persons standing in the tipping area of a switchgear not fastened on
the transport pallet.
⇨ Do not damage the PE protective film.
5.2 Transport unit

A transport unit consists of a packed panel block on a transport pallet.
The switchgear accessories are packed in the left-hand cable compartment of the panel block or
in a separate transport unit, depending on the extent.
Possible packing types:
▪ PE protective film
▪ Seaworthy crate (switchgear is sealed with desiccant bags in PE film)
▪ Other packing types in special cases
5.3 Checking the delivery

Check the delivered switchgear and accessories for completeness, defects or transport damages.
1. Temporarily open the packing in a weatherproof place. In order to prevent pollution of the
switchgear, do not remove the PE film completely until reaching the final mounting position.
2. Check whether the delivery is complete using the delivery notes and packing lists.
3. Compare the serial number of the switchgear printed on the delivery note with the serial
number on the packing and the serial number on the nameplate.
4. Check whether all operating and installation instructions specified on the nameplate are
available.
5. Check whether the switchgear accessories are complete.
6. Check the switchgear for defects and transport damage.

5 | Transport
INFORMATION
Due to fluctuations in the production process, minor optical anomalies may be visible on the
gas vessel:
▪ Welding splatters
▪ Discoloration, due to welding deposits, for example
▪ Irregular edges at the rear side
▪ Corrections, e.g. manual welding seams
These optical anomalies do not affect the long service life, the tightness or the corrosion
protection of the switchgear.
7. Check service readiness [▶ Page 53, "Checking service readiness"].

8. Inform the forwarding agent about any defects or transport damage. If required, refuse to
accept the delivery.
9. Determine defects or transport damages and document them, e.g. on the freight
documents. Document major defects or transport damages photographically and prepare a
damage report.
10. To repair transport damages or defects, contact the Siemens Service Hotline.
11. Refit the packing at the best.
5.4 Unloading and transporting the switchgear

1. Attach ropes far away on the hoisting tackle. The ropes must not exert any force on the
panel walls under load.
2. Sling the ropes around the ends of the wooden pallets.
3. During transport to the place of installation or storage place, leave the panels on their
transport pallet for as long as possible.
4. Set down the transport units close to the place of installation or storage place.
5. Observe the installation order of the panels during transport to the switchgear room. Leave
space for moving and mounting.
6. Remove the packing close to the place of installation of the panels, and not before
beginning the installation process.
7. Observe the adhesive label with transport information provided on the switchgear.
▪ The angle between the crane chains at the lifting facility must be less than 90°.
▪ The distance between the transport eyes and the lifting facility must be at least half the
switchgear width.
1 Transport pallet
2 Bolted joint between trans-
port unit and pallet
3 Transport eyes
4 Clearance for fork-lift trucks
7 Center of gravity
Fig. 21: Adhesive label with transport information

(example)

Transport | 5
Center of gravity
The center of gravity of a panel depends on the degree to which the panel is equipped. The
position of the center of gravity is marked with a symbol on both sides of the panel.
Fig. 22: Symbol for the center of gravity
Transport eyes
The transport eyes are pre-assembled at the factory. For delivery without low-voltage
compartment and without pressure absorber, the transport eyes must be turned before
transporting the switchgear.
1. Undo the bolt 2 of the transport eyes 1 and turn the transport eyes upwards by 180°.
2. Re-fasten the bolt-and-washer assembly 2 .
Fig. 23: Turning the transport eyes
Transport facilities
Transport with pallet Transport with crane rod Transport with transport eyes
Transport with fork-lift truck Transport with lifting truck
1 Crane hook 3 Crane rod (Ø 40 mm)

2 Transport pallet 4 Transport eye
Observe the switchgear weight when using the crane rod.

5 | Transport
Performing the transport

1. Attach the lifting gear or insert the crane rod.
2. Transport the switchgear. While lifting, observe the accessories lying in the cable
compartment.
3. Lift and lower slowly, as the switchgear will swing into the center of gravity when it is lifted.
5.5 Unpacking the switchgear for installation
NOTICE
Environmental pollution by packings and consumables
Incorrectly disposed of packings and consumables can pollute the environment.
⇨ Packings and consumables of the switchgear must be disposed of in an environmentally
compatible way or recycled.
⇨ Observe local regulations for disposal and environmental protection.
1. If required, remove seaworthy or latticed crate.

2. Remove the PE film.
3. If required, removing the cable compartment cover and take out the accessories. Hook the
cable compartment cover in again.
4. If the switchgear can be lifted directly from the wooden pallet onto its mounting position,
remove the transport angles.
If the switchgear cannot be lifted directly from the wooden pallet onto its mounting position:
5. Detach the transport angle from the transport pallet.
6. Lower the transport units by means of the lateral transport angles onto roller pads
(reinforced rollers) or tubes.
7. Lift the switchgear at the side edges with roller crowbars and slowly lower it onto the
mounting position.
8. Remove the transport angles from the switchgear.
Removing the transport angles

The panels are fixed on the wooden pallets with transport angles on the sides.
1. Unscrew all fixing bolts of the transport angles and remove the transport angles.
2. Screw the fixing bolts of the transport angles in again on both sides of the panels.
Fig. 24: Transport angle for wooden pallet Fig. 25: Fixing points for transport angles (on
both sides)

6 Storage
For the storage of delivered switchgear, parts of the switchgear, or accessories before
installation, select a suitable storage place.
WARNING
Transport units tipping over
If the storage spaces are overloaded, transport units can tip over and cause life-endangering
injury.
⇨ Observe the load-bearing capacity of the floor.
⇨ Do not stack the transport units.
WARNING
Fire risk
The transport unit is packed in flammable materials.
⇨ No smoking.
⇨ Keep fire extinguishers in a weatherproof place.
⇨ Mark the location of the fire extinguisher.
NOTICE
Consumed desiccant bags
Desiccant bags lose their effectiveness after 6 months. Consumed desiccant bags can lead to
the corrosion of switchgear parts and accessories. High air humidity due to consumed
desiccant bags can lead to the formation of creepage distances.
⇨ Have the desiccant bags replaced by a specialist every 6 months.
NOTICE
Outdoor storage
Outdoor storage of unpacked transport units can damage the switchgear or the accessories.
⇨ Preferably store transport units indoors.
⇨ Only store transport units outdoors in seafreight packing, covered, and in a
weatherproof place.
1. Observe the information provided on the switchgear packing concerning transport and
storage.
1 Transport and store in vertical

position
2 Fragile contents
3 Protect against moisture
90% 106 kPa 4 Pressure
+55°C
5 Humidity
6 Storage temperature, values de-
-25°C 10% 50 kPa pending on ordered design
Gerät darf nur senkrecht transportiert werden!
Unit must only be transported in vertical position!
Fig. 26: Storage and transport information (example)

6 | Storage
Ambient air temperatures

Permissible ambient air temperatures for storage of the switchgear [▶ Page 25, "General
technical data"].
Storage in closed rooms

▪ Storage is possible in the undamaged original packing including transport base (all packing
types)
Outdoor storage
▪ Storage is possible in the undamaged original packing including transport base, executed as
seaworthy crate, for a maximum of 6 months
▪ Longer storage time is possible after replacement of the desiccant by expert personnel; to do
this, contact the Siemens Service Hotline
Requirements on the storage place:
▪ Ground with adequate load-bearing capacity, solid, even and dry
▪ Ambient air temperatures always within the limit values for the switchgear
▪ Protected against mechanical damages, e.g. collision with vehicles, falling objects, tilting,
falling over, vandalism
▪ Protected against humidity, e.g. rain, flooding, melting water, foam, persistent high air
humidity, floor humidity
▪ Protected against direct solar radiation
▪ Protected against corrosive, dusty or arenaceous environments, and against pollution
▪ Protected against the wind
▪ Protected against vermin (e.g. rats, mice, insects), and vegetation overgrowth
Instructions for storage

▪ Do not unpack small parts (to prevent corrosion and loss)
▪ Check packing for ingress of humidity (condensation) every 4 weeks

7 Installation
In the instructions given in the following sections it is assumed that a new switchgear is being
installed which has not yet been connected to the mains, and is not live.

For extending or replacing parts of an existing switchgear, observe the Five Safety Rules:
DANGER
Live parts
Touching live parts leads to a life-endangering electric shock. Observe the Five Safety Rules:
⇨ Isolate.
⇨ Secure against reclosing.
⇨ Verify safe isolation from supply.
⇨ Earth and short-circuit.
⇨ Cover or barrier adjacent live parts.
CAUTION
Sharp-edged sheets
If covers have to be removed from the switchgear, sharp-edged sheets inside the switchgear
can cause cuts. Sharp-edged sheets inside the switchgear can damage cables.
⇨ Wear personal protective equipment (e.g. cut-resistant gloves and arm sleeves).
⇨ When working inside the switchgear, it must be observed that cables do not touch any
sharp-edged sheets. Cover sharp-edged spots, if required.
NOTICE
Sheet-metal work at the gas compartment
Sheet-metal work at the switchgear can cause damages to the gas compartment.
⇨ Do not drill into the gas compartment.
⇨ Remove metal cuttings, cement dust or liquids on the gas compartment in order to
avoid rust layers.
7.2 Tools and auxiliary means

▪ Standard tools such as torque wrenches (6...50 Nm), various screwdrivers (slot, Philips and
Torx), various wrenches
▪ Battery screwdriver
▪ Shims to compensate for floor unevenness (thickness: 0.5...1 mm)
7.3 Cleaning agents

INFORMATION
For protection of personnel and environment:
Read the instructions for use of cleaning agents and aids carefully.
Observe the safety instructions of the cleaning agents.

7 | Installation
Activity Cleaning agents

Cleaning the front covers, voltage transformers and cur- Mild, customary household cleaner for general
rent transformers degreasing work and cleaning work (solvent-free)
Cleaning electrostatically stressed cast-resin insulators Dry wiping cloths; plastic cleaner containing alcohol if
or cast-resin components there is a lot of dirt
Applying and wiping off liquid cleaning agent (for single Lint-free cleaning paper
use)
Removing dust Brush
Damp cleaning, drying Lint-free wiping cloths
Suction of drilling chips, construction waste or dust Vacuum cleaner with plastic tip for sensitive
components
7.4 Mounting paste

Use mounting paste only according to the installation instructions.
Use only the supplied or released mounting paste.
7.5 Tightening torques

If not stated otherwise, the following tightening torques apply to the switchgear:
Joint Material / material Thread Tightening torque

Metal joints Sheet-steel / sheet-steel M5 7 Nm
e.g.: front covers, roof M6 (self-tapping) 12 Nm
plates, etc.
M8 30 Nm
Earthing busbar Sheet steel / copper M8 20 Nm
Copper / copper M8 20 Nm
Switchgear earthing Sheet steel / cable lug M12 1)
50 Nm
Cable shield earthing M10 1)
30 Nm
Cable plugs M16 1)
max. 80 Nm
1) The tightening torque depends on:

- Material of cable lug
- Information of sealing end manufacturer
- Information of cable manufacturer.
7.6 Comments on electromagnetic compatibility

To achieve appropriate electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), some basic requirements must be
observed while erecting the switchgear. This applies especially to the installation and connection
of external cables and wires.
Basic measures for ensuring EMC are already taken during design and assembly of the
switchgear. Among other things, these measures include:
▪ The low-voltage compartment is an integral part of the panel, which means that the
protection and control devices with the internal wiring are metal-enclosed.
▪ Reliable earth connections of the frame parts via toothed contact washers or locking
washers.
▪ Inside the panel, wires are laid in metal ducts.
▪ Spatial separation of sensitive signal wires from wires with high interference voltage levels.
▪ Limitation of switching overvoltages of inductive loads (e.g. relay or contactor coils, motors)
by means of protective circuits with diode, varistor or RC element.
▪ Within the low-voltage compartment, the secondary devices are mounted in defined zones.
▪ Shortest possible connection between corresponding modules in subracks.
▪ Consideration of the magnetic leakage fields of conductor bars and cables.
▪ Protection of subracks and wiring backplanes against interference by perforated shielding
plates.
▪ Large surface bonding between all modules and devices as well as bonding to the earthing
conductor of the switchgear assembly.

Installation | 7
These measures basically enable proper operation of the switchgear itself. The planner or
operator of the complete switchgear must decide whether additional measures are required
depending on the electromagnetic environment where the switchgear is installed. Such
measures must be implemented by the installation company in charge.
In an environment with heavy electromagnetic interference it may be necessary to use shielded
cables and wires for the external connections. This makes it possible to avoid interferences in the
low-voltage compartment and thus, undesired influences on the electronic protection and
control or other automation devices.
Cable shields must be electrically bonded to be able to carry high frequencies, and contacted
concentrically at the cable ends.
Connect and earth the cable shields and wires in the low-voltage compartment.
Connect the cable shields to earth potential – with high electrical conductivity and all around as
far as possible. Protect the contact surfaces from corrosion in case of humidity (regular
condensation).
When laying cables into the switchgear assembly, separate the control, signaling and data
cables, and other lines with different signal and voltage levels, e.g. by laying them on separate
racks or riser cable routes.
Corresponding to the different shield designs, there is a number of methods to perform
connection. The planning department or site management determines which of the methods
will be used, taking EMC requirements into account. The preceding points should always be
taken into account.
Connect the shield to cables or wires with clamps contacting all around. If low demands are
placed on EMC, it is also possible to connect the cable shield directly to earth potential (combine
or twist the shield wires) or via short cable connections. Use cable lugs or wire-end ferrules at
the connecting points.
Always keep the connecting leads of the shields as short as possible (< 100 mm).
If cable shields are used as protective earth conductors at the same time, the connected plastic-
insulated single-core wire must be marked green/yellow over its entire length. Non-insulated
connections are inadmissible.
7.7 Preparing the switchgear room
NOTICE
Incorrectly dimensioned cable basements or floor openings
A too small cable basement or incorrect floor openings can damage the connection cables or
the switchgear and impair the internal arc classification (IAC).
☒ The cable basement must allow adequate space for connecting and laying the
connection cables.
☒ The pressure relief rooms must be according to the dimensional drawing in the
switchgear documentation.
☒ The dimensions of the floor openings must be according to the dimensional drawing in
the switchgear documentation.
⇨ Do not violate the minimum cable bending radius of the connection cables.
Possible switchgear installations

▪ Wall-standing arrangement
▪ Free-standing arrangement

7 | Installation
Switchgear dimensions
Switchgear dimensions [▶ Page 54, "Floor openings and fixing points"] or in the order
documentation (dimensional drawing, front views).
Pressure relief
In the standard design, the pressure is relieved downwards [▶ Page 21, "Pressure relief"].
Weights
Specifications on weights [▶ Page 32, "Dimensions and weights"].
Door dimensions
The necessary door dimensions depend on the following specifications:
▪ Number of panels in a transport unit
▪ Design with or without low-voltage compartment
Room dimensions
The room dimensions result from the total width of the switchgear and the required wall
distances.
≥15
≥15
775
890
775
≥50 ≥200*
≥800**
≥50 ≥200*
≥800**
Fig. 27: Pressure relief downwards Fig. 28: Pressure relief with pressure relief
(standard) duct at the rear
* For lined up panels
** Depending on national requirements. For extension or panel replacement, a control aisle of
at least 1000 mm is recommended.
Room height
The minimum room height required results from the height of the switchgear and possible top-
mounted units, such as a low-voltage compartment or wiring duct.
7.8 Preparing the foundation

▪ A suitable foundation can be a false floor, a double floor or a reinforced-concrete
foundation. The reinforced-concrete floor must be equipped with foundation rails for
supporting the panels.
▪ As for design and construction of the foundation, the relevant standards DIN 43661
"Fundamentschienen in Innenanlagen der Elektrotechnik" (Foundation rails in electrical
indoor installations) and DIN 18202 "Maßtoleranzen im Hochbau" (Blatt 3) (Measuring
tolerances in structural engineering (Sheet 3)) apply.
▪ The dimensions of the floor opening and the fixing points of the switchgear are given in the
switchgear documentation.
▪ Determine level differences between the installation surfaces of the panels using a
measuring sheet, and compensate with shims.

Installation | 7
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Fig. 29: Measuring sheet for the foundation
1 Width of complete switchgear 2 750 mm
Stipulations for evenness and straightness

Evenness/straightness tolerance according to DIN 43661:
1 mm for 1 m length, 2 mm over the width of the complete switchgear.
7.9 Checking service readiness

Before starting installation, the gas density must be checked by means of the ready-for-service
indicator.
1. Read the ready-for-service indicator [▶ Page 78, "Ready-for-service indicator"].
✓ If the pointer of the ready-for service indicator is in the green area, the gas density is in
order.
2. If the pointer of the ready-for-service indicator is in the red area, contact the Siemens Service
Hotline.
7.10 Removing the transport eyes and transport blocks

On panels with pre-assembled low-voltage compartments, up to 2 transport blocks are mounted.
The transport blocks can be removed before installation work is started. The transport eyes must
be removed before installation work is started.
1. Unscrew the bolted joint and remove the transport eyes and/or transport blocks.
4x
4x
Fig. 30: Removing transport blocks Fig. 31: Removing transport eyes

1 Transport block 2 Transport eye
7.11 Fastening the switchgear to the foundation

The switchgear must be firmly fastened to the foundation of the switchgear room. The fastening
and the foundation must absorb the stress arising from vibrations and faults such as a short
circuit in the grid or internal arcing. The switchgear must not detach from the foundation as a
result of such stress.
Possible fixing options:
▪ Bolting onto the foundation rails or the concrete foundation
▪ Welding onto the foundation rails

7 | Installation
Fastening the switchgear with bolts

The panel frames have cutouts for fastening the switchgear [▶ Page 54, "Floor openings and
fixing points"].
1. Bring the switchgear into position.
2. Remove the cable compartment cover [▶ Page 69, "Removing and mounting the cable
compartment cover"].
3. If required, remove the cross member [▶ Page 70, "Removing and mounting the cross
member"].
4. The switchgear must rest flush on the foundation; if necessary, lay shims underneath.
5. Fasten the panels at the following fixing points using bolts M8 (see example):
▪ Fasten end panels at least at 4 fixing points; 1 x at the front, 1 x at the rear, and 2 x laterally.
▪ Fasten intermediate panels at least at 2 fixing points; 1 x at the front and 1 x at the rear.
▪ Fasten panels with floor covers at all available fixing points.
Fig. 32: Fixing points (example, top view) Fig. 33: Fastening the panel to the
foundation
1 Conical spring washer M8 (DIN 6796)
2 3D washer M10 (DIN EN ISO 7093)
3 Bolt M8
4 Panel frame
5 Foundation or foundation rail
Welding the switchgear onto foundation rails

1. Weld the switchgear onto the foundation rails.
2. Protect welded seams against corrosion.
Final work
1. Remove dirt.
7.11.1 Floor openings and fixing points

The following overviews show the required floor openings and fixing points for the different
panel types and pressure relief methods.
Panels with a panel width of 310 mm have two recesses in the panel frame for reasons of space.
These recesses must be observed for planning the foundation.
10
220
85
35
Fig. 34: Recess in the panel frame

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Panel blocks
Dimensional drawings for panel versions with double cables, deep cable compartment cover, or
other versions can be ordered via the regional Siemens representative.
Tab. 34: Floor openings and fixing points for panel blocks

Dimensional drawing Panel block Width
▪ RR 620 mm
▪ RK
▪ KR
▪ RRT 1050 mm
▪ RRL
14x28
▪ RT 740 mm
▪ RL
▪ KT
▪ KL
▪ RTR 1050 mm
▪ RLR
14x28
▪ RRR 930 mm
▪ RRRR 1240 mm
14x28
▪ RRRT 1360 mm
▪ RRRL
14x28

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Dimensional drawing Panel block Width

▪ TRRT 1290 mm
▪ LRRL
▪ TK 1480 mm
▪ LK
▪ TR
▪ LR
14x28
▪ TT 860 mm
1290
▪ LL
▪ TTT 1290 mm
▪ LLL
▪ TTTT 1720 mm
▪ LLLL
14x28
Versions with deep cable compartment covers (e.g. for double cable connections)
Dimensional drawings for other versions can be ordered via the regional Siemens representative.
Tab. 35: Floor openings and fixing points for versions with deep cable compartment covers
Panel width 310 / 430 mm
Deep cable compartment cover with- Deep cable compartment cover with base extension
out base extension Deeper by 105 mm Deeper by 250 mm
14x28
14x28
14x28
Floor opening depending on the selected cable connection / arrester
Example: Floor openings and fixing points for double cable connection in panel blocks

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Panel width 1050 mm

Type RRT deeper by 105 mm Type RRT deeper by 250 mm
964
752 752
14x28 14x28
902
949
Versions for panels with pressure absorbers and deep cable compartment covers
Dimensional drawings for other versions can be ordered via the regional Siemens representative.
Tab. 36: Floor openings and fixing points for panels with pressure absorbers and deep cable compartment covers
Panel width 310 / 430 mm Panel width 430 mm
14x28 867 867 14x28

14x28
1017
14x28
▪ Type R ▪ Type T
▪ Type K
▪ Type L
7.12 Earthing the switchgear

1. Connect the switchgear to the substation earth at the earthing point.
Fig. 35: Earthing point (view from outside) Fig. 36: Earthing point

1 Earthing point (earthing bolt M12)

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7.13 Electrical connections

7.13.1 Safety instructions
DANGER
Live parts
⇨ Isolate.
CAUTION
Sharp-edged sheets
NOTICE
Inappropriate installation of the cable plug
Insufficient electrical contact, abrasion, damage or pollution of the cable plugs can cause an
internal arc during operation.
⇨ Carry out all installation work at the bushings with particular care.
⇨ Avoid damaging the contact surfaces and the silicone surfaces.
⇨ Avoid damages caused by the threaded stud while pushing on the cable plugs.
⇨ Do not mount plug sets in bent or twisted manner.
⇨ Do not exceed the maximum tightening torque of the bushings (80 Nm).
⇨ Mount the cable plugs according to the manufacturer’s stipulations. If there are no
manufacturer stipulations, please contact the Siemens Service Hotline.
⇨ Observe extreme cleanliness. No smoking.
NOTICE
Feeder without connection cables
A switchgear without installed connection cables (e.g. spare feeder) can cause an internal
arc during operation.
⇨ Install surge-proof caps at the cable connection.
⇨ Alternatively, switch the feeder of the switchgear to EARTHED position and lock it.
NOTICE
Removing the protection ring
A white plastic protection ring may be assembled on the outside-cone bushing type C. The
protection ring serves as a stop for the plug. Removing the protection ring can cause
damage at the connection of the capacitive voltage detecting system.
⇨ Do not remove the protection ring.

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Fig. 37: Protection ring at the bushing
7.13.2 Connecting high-voltage cables

Common features and suitable cable plugs [▶ Page 15, "Cable connection"].
Cable connection type A Cable connection type C

▪ Transformer feeder ▪ Ring-main feeder
▪ Circuit-breaker feeder
L1 L2 L3
L1 L2 L3
1 Cable T-plug (phase L1)

4 Earthing cable for plug housing and cable
shield
5 Cable bracket
6 Cable clamp
7 Cross member (removable)
8 Bushing
Fig. 38: Installation of cable T-plug

(example)
1. Earth and isolate the switchgear.

3. The cross member 7 can be removed to swing in the cables [▶ Page 70, "Removing and
mounting the cross member"].
4. Remove the upper part of the cable clamps 6 .

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5. Pre-adjust the cable bracket 5 and the lower part of the cable clamps.
6. Optionally: Mount the cable-type current transformers ( [▶ Page 62, "Mounting cable-type
current transformers"]).
7. Fit the cable plugs on the conductor ends according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Optionally: Mount the ring-core current sensors [▶ Page 65, "Installing ring-core current
sensors at the cable connection"].
9. Optionally: Mount the voltage sensors [▶ Page 66, "Installing voltage sensors"].
10. Carefully coat the push-on surfaces of the cable plugs and the bushings with the delivered
mounting paste (see scope of supply of the cable plugs).
11. Push the cable plugs 1 to 3 onto the bushings and mount them according to the
manufacturer’s instructions. Observe the phase sequence. ATTENTION! Excessive torque
can cause damage to the bushing. Tighten the cable plug with a torque according to
the manufacturer's instructions (max. 80 Nm).
12. Mount the upper part of the cable clamps 6 .
13. Align the cable bracket 5 and bolt it tight.
14. Refit the cross member [▶ Page 70, "Removing and mounting the cross member"].
15. Connect the earthing cables of the plug housings and the cable shield at the cross
member 7 .
16. Hook the cable compartment cover in again [▶ Page 69, "Removing and mounting the
cable compartment cover"].
✓ The cable connection is completed.
Double cables and surge arresters

Double cables and surge arresters can be connected to the following panel types using the
corresponding plug-in cable systems:
▪ Ring-main panel
▪ Cable panel
▪ Circuit-breaker panel
Please observe the following:
▪ Depending on its type, a double cable connection requires a deep cable compartment cover
and larger floor openings.
▪ Depending on their type, surge arresters also require a deep cable compartment cover.
Further information [▶ Page 15, "Cable connection"].
7.13.3 Installing cable plugs type Raychem RICS5xxx with RDA

1. Remove the upper cross member at the panel. To do this, remove 4 self-tapping bolts M6 1 .
Fig. 39: Removing the upper cross member
2. Mount cable plug type Raychem RICS5xxx with surge arrester RDA 1 . Observe the
installation instructions of the cable plug and surge arrester manufacturer (see order
documents).

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3. Push the surge arrester plate 3 between the hexagon nuts of the adapter feet, and tighten.
Use hexagon nuts M12 2 with conical spring washers 4 .
Fig. 40: Mounting the surge arrester plate
4. Fasten the upper cross member with 4 self-tapping bolts M6 1 .

5. Fasten the surge arrester plate with 2 hexagon head bolts M8x16 5 and plain washers 6 to
the upper cross member.
Fig. 41: Mounting the upper cross member Fig. 42: Fastening the surge arrester plate
6. Earth the cable shields with cable lugs and earthing bolts M10 at the upper cross member.
1 Cable shield, phase L1

4 Upper cross member
Fig. 43: Earthing the cable shields
7. Observe the minimum distances according to the manufacturer's instructions while

connecting non-screened cable plugs or surge arresters.
The use of RICS5xxx cable plugs with RDA in panels with a width of 310 mm is allowed
under normal ambient conditions according to IEC 62271-1 despite the reduced distance.
✓ The installation of the Raychem RICS5xxx cable plug with RDA is completed.

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7.13.4 Mounting cable-type current transformers

The cable-type current transformers are supplied in the cable compartment and must be
mounted on the high-voltage cables on site. The current transformer mounting plates are pre-
assembled on the cable bracket at the factory.
2. If required, remove the cross member [▶ Page 70, "Removing and mounting the cross
member"].
3. Take the supplied current transformers out of the cable compartment.
4. Push the current transformers onto the high-voltage cables.
5. Mount the cable plugs according to the manufacturer's stipulations.
6. Adjust the position of the current transformer mounting plates or of the adjustment rails at
the cable bracket according to the current transformer type. There must be enough space
available for mounting the current transformers.
7. Lead the cable shield back through the current transformer. Fix the cable shield at the
earthing terminal (cross member).
1 High-voltage cable
2 Cable shield
3 Current transformer
8. Swing the high-voltage cables in together with the cable-type current transformers, and
connect the cable plugs to the bushings [▶ Page 59, "Connecting high-voltage cables"].
9. Install the current transformers.
10. Mount the cross member [▶ Page 70, "Removing and mounting the cross member"].
11. Hook the cable compartment cover in [▶ Page 69, "Removing and mounting the cable

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Tab. 37: Mounting position of cable-type current transformers 4MC7032 and 4MC7033

Type of current 4MC7032 4MC7033
transformer
Width of panel 310 mm 430 mm 430 mm 500 mm
Height of current 80/150 mm 65/110/170 mm 285 mm 285 mm
transformer
Mounting position
INFORMATION
▪ To provide enough space for the current transformer wires, place the current
transformers slightly turned on the current transformer mounting plate.
▪ Due to their height, mounted current transformers can reach into the cable basement.
1 Cup head bolt M8x20

2 Extension of adjustment rail
(optional)
3 Adjustment rail
4 Self-tapping Torx bolt M6x16
5 Current transformer mounting plate
6 Current transformer
7 Cable clamp
8 Cable bracket
9 Nut-and-washer assembly M8
Fig. 44: Principle of installation

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Tab. 38: Mounting position of cable-type current transformers 4MC7031 and WIC1

Type of current trans- 4MC7031 WIC1
former
Width of panel 310 mm 430/500 mm 430/500 mm
Height of current trans- 89 mm 89 mm 130 mm
former
Mounting position
Fig. 45: Principle of installation for 4MC7031 current Fig. 46: Principle of installation for WIC1 current
transformers transformers
1 Current transformer mounting plate 4 Self-tapping Torx bolt M6x16
2 Holder for current transformer mounting plate 5 Current transformer
3 C-rail

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7.13.5 Installing ring-core current sensors at the cable connection
NOTICE
Unscreened cable connection systems
The use of current sensors for short-circuit and earth-fault indicators or transformer
monitoring systems on unscreened cable connection systems can cause an internal arc
during operation.
⇨ Use current sensors and transformer monitoring systems exclusively with screened cable
connection systems.
⇨ Exceptions: Make Horstmann with the article numbers 49-6025-6xx for devices of the
SIGMA 2.0 and ComPass series.
INFORMATION
For the ring-core current sensors, the order documentation specifies the maximum
permissible outside diameters for the connection cables or cable sets. Before stating
installation, compare the stipulations with the maximum permissible outside diameters of the
connection material.
Ring-core current sensors are mounted on the cable plug during installation of the high-voltage
cables. The following current sensors can be mounted:
▪ Individual ring-core current sensors
▪ 3-phase ring-core current sensors
1. Mount the cable plugs on the high-voltage cables according to the manufacturer's
stipulations.
2. Push the ring-core current sensors 1 or the 3-phase ring-core current sensor 3 onto the
cable plugs 2 .
Fig. 47: Individual ring-core current sensors Fig. 48: 3-phase ring-core current sensor
INFORMATION
In panels with a width of 310 mm, there is not sufficient space for 3 individual ring-core
current sensors next to each other.
⇨ Mount the cable plugs together with the ring-core current sensors on phases L1 and L3.
⇨ Push the ring-core current sensor on phase L2 further onto the cable plug, and position it
in front of the two other ring-core current sensors.

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Fig. 49: Ring-core current sensors (panel width 310 mm)
3. Connect the cable plugs together with the ring-core current sensors at the bushings
[▶ Page 59, "Connecting high-voltage cables"].
4. If they have not been pre-assembled at the factory, lead the connection wires of the ring-
core current sensors through the cable tube 1 upwards into the low-voltage compartment
or the operating mechanism compartment. Connect the connection wires according to the
circuit diagram.
1 Cable tube
7.13.6 Installing voltage sensors

Voltage sensors are mounted on the cable plug instead of the sealing stopper during cable
installation.
NOTICE
Unreleased cable plugs
The use of unreleased cable plugs can damage the switchgear.
⇨ Use only the cable plugs released by the manufacturer of the voltage sensors.
INFORMATION
Observe the manufacturer's installation instructions.
Tab. 39: Voltage sensors and cable plugs for use

Voltage sensor Cable plugs
Description 1) Make Type Make Type Description
Insulation level
U [kV]
Voltage sensor for cone ac- 24/50/125 Zelisko SMVS-UW1001 Nexans (K) (M) 440TB Cone according to
cording to EN 50180 Cellpack CTS-S EN 50180
Südkabel SEHDT 13
SEHDT 23
Voltage sensor with short- 24/50/125 SMVS-UW1002-0 nkt cables CB-24 Shortened cone
ened cone for asymmetrical CC-24
cable T-plugs
TE Connectivity RSTI-58xx
RSTI-CC58xx
SMVS-UW1002-1 Nexans 430TB
SMVS-UW1002-2 Cellpack CTS-S 630 A
1) Rated voltage / rated power-frequency withstand voltage / lightning impulse withstand voltage

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1 Cast-resin hexagon (key size 24)

Tightening torque: max. 30 Nm
2 Connection of earthing cable
▪ Conductor cross-section: min. 6 mm 2
▪ Tightening torque: max. 6 Nm
Fig. 50: Voltage sensor (example) 3 Plug connection of the measuring lead
1. Mount the cable plugs according to the manufacturer's instructions. Do not mount the
sealing stopper of the cable plug.
2. Clean the cone of the voltage sensor and the cable plug with a lint-free wiping cloth.
3. Coat the cone of the voltage sensor with the mounting paste recommended by the plug
manufacturer.
4. Screw the voltage sensor into the cable plug at the cast-resin hexagon 1 .
Fig. 51: Mounting the voltage sensor (example)
5. Mount the earthing cable at the earthing connection 2 , and connect it to the cross
member.
6. Interconnect the measuring lead 3 with the connection wires.
7. If they have not been pre-assembled at the factory, lead the connection wires of the voltage
sensors through the cable tube upwards into the low-voltage compartment or the operating
mechanism compartment. Connect the connection wires according to the circuit diagram.
1 Cable tube

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7.13.7 Connecting the secondary equipment

Wires for secondary equipment can be laid to the side, to the rear or downwards. For panel
blocks, wire routing across panels is possible through the wiring duct located on the operating
mechanism box (option) or through the front operating mechanism box. For extendable
switchgear, wire routing through the wiring ducts is recommended.
Fig. 52: Wire routing with wiring duct on the operating Fig. 53: Wire routing through the operating mechanism
mechanism box box
1 Wiring duct on the operating mechanism box (option)

2 Lateral wiring ducts (recommended wire routing down-
wards)
3 Wire routing through the operating mechanism box and
sideways through the cover
5 Fixing duct
6 Terminal strip
7 Customer-side wiring
Fig. 54: Wire routing in the operating mechanism box
NOTICE
Blocked ready-for-service indicator
Wires for secondary equipment can block the transmission linkage of the ready-for-service
indicator. This can damage the switchgear due to an incorrectly indicated service readiness.
⇨ Lay the wires at a large distance to the transmission linkage.
Tab. 40: Availability of lateral wiring ducts in the cable compartment

Panel type R, K T L
Lateral wiring duct left right left right left right
Panel without current transformers on request on request partially occu- yes yes yes
Panel with current transformers on request partially occu- pied partially occu- partially occu-
pied pied pied
The terminal strips of the secondary equipment supplied are assigned to the associated
operating mechanisms or feeders. For information about the external connection, see the
supplied circuit diagrams.
If secondary wires are laid from below through the cable compartment, only screened cable
plugs may be used for connecting the high-voltage cables.
1. Switch off auxiliary voltage.
2. Discharge the spring energy store.

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3. Remove the front cover [▶ Page 71, "Removing and mounting the front cover"] and
observe the instructions specified there.
4. Connect the customer-side secondary wires to the terminal strip or directly to the terminals
of the secondary equipment according to the circuit diagrams. The secondary wires must not
get into contact with moving parts or heat sources.
5. If available, use the wiring ducts for wire routing.
6. Lead the secondary wires of the current transformers and voltage transformers through steel
mesh tubes or steel tubes in a shielded way into a lateral wiring duct.
7. Earth the steel mesh tubes or steel tubes with metal cable straps.
8. Avoid extra-long secondary wires or lay them in the wiring ducts or the fixing duct in a
meandering pattern.
Fig. 55: Secondary wires laid in a meandering pattern
9. Wire routing to the side is possible through the cut out cap 3 .
10. Do not switch on auxiliary voltage yet.
7.14 Recurring activities
DANGER
Live parts
⇨ Isolate.
7.14.1 Removing and mounting the cable compartment cover

To remove the cable compartment cover, the associated feeder must be earthed.
WARNING
Unbolted cable compartment cover
In certain panels, the cable compartment cover is additionally bolted together with the
panel. If the cable compartment cover is not bolted on, these panels lose their resistance to
internal arcs. This can cause death or serious injury due to an internal arc.
⇨ Always bolt the corresponding cable compartment covers together with the panel after
hooking them in.
On the following panel type, the cable compartment cover is bolted on additionally:
▪ Cable panel
Removing the cable compartment cover

1. Earth the feeder.
2. For cable panel: Remove 2 self-tapping bolts 2 at the top of the cable compartment cover.
3. Lift the cable compartment cover 1 and remove it to the front.

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2 Self-tapping bolt M6x50 (cable panel only)
2x
Fig. 56: Cable compartment cover, all

panel types (without metering panel)
Hooking the cable compartment cover in

1. Hook the cable compartment cover in from above.
2. If the cable compartment cover was bolted on: Fasten the cable compartment cover again
at the panel using the bolts removed previously.
7.14.2 Removing and mounting the cross member
NOTICE
Removed cross member
If the cross member was removed, the bracing required for the stability of the switchgear is
missing. The switchgear can be distorted by movement.
⇨ If the cross member is removed, do not move the panel.
Removing the cross member

2. Panel height 1200 mm: Remove 4 bolts 2 at the cross member 1 .
3. Panel height 1400 mm: Remove 6 bolts 2 at the cross member 1 .
4. Undo the floor fixing bolt 3 if the panel was already fastened to the foundation.
5. Remove the cross member 1 .
Fig. 57: Cross member (example)
Mounting the cross member

1. Fasten the cross member 1 again at the panel using the bolts removed previously.
2. If applicable, fasten the cross member to the foundation again using the floor fixing bolt 3 .

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7.14.3 Removing and mounting the front cover
WARNING
High speed moving parts
Parts behind the front cover can automatically move quickly and cause serious injury. Do not
remove the front cover of the operating mechanism until the following actions have been
performed:
⇨ To avoid impermissible switching operations, switch off auxiliary voltage, e.g:
- Switch off the auxiliary voltage supply of the motor.
- Trip the miniature circuit-breaker.
- Disconnect the control cables.
⇨ Discharge the spring energy store in the operating mechanism:
- Push the manual OFF pushbutton.
- Push the manual ON pushbutton.
- Push the manual OFF pushbutton again.
- Check if the "spring charged" indicator shows "spring not charged". If the spring is still
charged, contact the Siemens Service Hotline.
Removing the front cover

☒ Auxiliary voltage is switched off.
☒ "Spring charged" indicator shows "spring not charged" [▶ Page 78, ""Spring charged"
indicator"].
1. Remove 4 bolts from the front cover, and store them.
2. Carefully remove the front cover from the front. Store the front cover safely.
Fig. 58: Removing the front cover (example)
Mounting the front cover

1. Fasten the front cover again at the panel using the bolts removed previously.

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WARNING
Commissioning without operation test
Putting defective switchgear into operation can cause life-endangering injury due to an
internal arc.
⇨ Execute a mechanical operation test and test operation successfully before
commissioning. Never put switchgear into operation if a part of it does not work as
described.
⇨ If faults cannot be cleared on site, do not put the switchgear into operation, and contact
the Siemens Service Hotline.
CAUTION
Sharp-edged sheets
8.2 Final checks after installation

1. Check the data on the nameplate and the auxiliary voltage of the control and end devices
against the requirements.
2. Check service readiness [▶ Page 78, "Ready-for-service indicator"].
3. Check switchgear fixing.
4. Check connection to substation earth.
5. Check connection of all earthing connections.
6. Check earthing of cable terminations on all connected high-voltage cables.
7. If intended by the customer, perform cable test [▶ Page 101, "Cable testing"].
8. Switch all feeders without mounted high-voltage cables to EARTHED position and lock them,
or close the bushings in a surge-proof way.
9. Check the tightening torques of the bolted joints of the low-voltage devices at random.
10. Check all switchgear parts that have been disassembled and assembled again on site during
installation, or that have been installed subsequently, in order to verify correct assembly and
completeness.
11. Check the wiring of all auxiliary wire connections against the circuit diagrams.
12. Check clamping and plug connections at random (perfect contact, labels, etc.).
13. Remove any attached instruction labels or documents that are no longer required for
switchgear operation.
14. Remove any tools or materials that are no longer required from the area of switchgear.
15. Remove dirt from the area of the switchgear.
16. Fit all covers.
17. Put the covers on the capacitive test sockets.
18. Touch up scratches and impacts in the surface painting with a paint pen.
19. Check the version of the firmware installed on the protection devices, and update if required
[▶ Page 8, "IT security"].
20. Keep the following accessories ready to hand:
▪ Operating instructions
▪ Operating levers for switching the panel
▪ Circuit diagrams

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▪ Warning signs
▪ Indicators for the capacitive voltage detecting system (optional)
▪ Keys for low-voltage compartment (optional)
8.3 Test operation and mechanical function test

☒ Operating voltage is not switched on.
1. On circuit-breakers and switch-fuse combinations, do not perform any no-load switching
operations, i.e. opening commands without closing before.
2. Switch all switching devices several times manually to all switch positions [▶ Page 76,
"Operation"] and check the position indicators.
3. Check mechanical interlocks [▶ Page 12, "Interlocks"] with normal force. Verify smooth
operation of locking device.
4. Check the fuse tripping functionality with a test fuse.
5. Fit HV HRC fuse-links [▶ Page 98, "Replacing HV HRC fuse-links"].
6. Check service readiness [▶ Page 78, "Ready-for-service indicator"]. The pointer of the
readyfor-service indicator must be in the green area.
7. Circuit-breaker type 2: Set undervoltage release to "reset" position [▶ Page 73, "Changing
the setting of the undervoltage release"].
8.3.1 Changing the setting of the undervoltage release

The operating mechanisms for the circuit-breakers can be optionally equipped with an
undervoltage release. The undervoltage release is located in the operating mechanism
compartment behind the front cover.
A retaining bolt is screwed in at the undervoltage release. By changing the position of the
retaining bolt, the function of the undervoltage release can be blocked.
▪ On circuit-breakers type 2, the undervoltage release is delivered by the factory in position A
"Trip blocked".
1 Retaining bolt
A
Auslöser blockiert Trip blocked
Auslöser frei B Trip reset
Fig. 59: Undervoltage release
Position of retaining bolt Function

A Undervoltage release blocked
B Undervoltage release reset
1. Remove the front cover [▶ Page 71, "Removing and mounting the front cover"] and observe
the instructions specified there.
2. Unscrew the retaining bolt of the striker at the undervoltage release.
3. Screw the retaining bolt of the striker in at the desired position again.
4. Refit the front cover.
8.4 Electrical operation test

☒ Circuit-breaker type 2: While charging the spring energy store and in ready-to-close state,
auxiliary voltage must be applied without interruption at the undervoltage release (option).
☒ Circuit-breaker type 2: Undervoltage release is set to "reset" position [▶ Page 73,
"Changing the setting of the undervoltage release"].
1. Switch all three-position disconnectors or three-position switch-disconnectors to OPEN
position.
2. Switch on auxiliary voltage and check polarity.
3. Switch switching devices with electrical operation to all switch positions (electrically and
manually). Check position indicators and electrical interlocking conditions.

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INFORMATION
If the auxiliary voltage supply is interrupted while the motor is charging the operating spring,
the operating mechanism stops in an undefined state. In this state, it may not be possible to
switch the operating mechanism manually.
⇨ To bring the operating mechanism into a defined state again, switch on the auxiliary
voltage. Check whether the motor starts up and completes the process autonomously.
Afterwards manual switching is possible again.
4. Check electrical indications and trippings.
8.5 Preparing the power-frequency voltage test

A power-frequency voltage test can be performed at the readily installed switchgear.
1. Remove voltage transformers.
2. Remove surge arresters.
3. Remove surge limiters.
4. Cover bushings of voltage transformers, surge arresters and surge limiters in a surge-proof
way with suitable sealing caps.
5. Short-circuit the current transformers at the secondary terminals.
6. Earth the capacitive test sockets.
✓ The power-frequency voltage test can now be performed.
8.6 Instructing the operating personnel

1. Instruct the operating personnel in theory and practice of switchgear operation.
8.7 Applying operating voltage
DANGER
Mortal danger due to internal arc or electric shock
If the following instructions are not carried out, applying operating voltage can cause an
internal arc or electric shock.
⇨ Install the switchgear according to the installation instructions and drawings supplied.
⇨ Fit all covers and bolt them tight.
⇨ Switch all circuit-breakers to OPEN position.
⇨ Switch all three-position disconnectors and three-position switch-disconnectors in all
panels to OPEN position.
⇨ Ensure consistent phase sequence in the entire switchgear assembly. Check the phase
sequence in all incoming and outgoing feeders assembly before connecting them to the
busbar.
⇨ Earth feeders without connected connection cables. Close all bushings in a surge-proof
way.
⇨ Switch off all feeders.
⇨ Short-circuit unused current transformers on the secondary side.
⇨ Operate unused voltage transformers open on the secondary side.
⇨ Perform electrical and mechanical operation test successfully.
⇨ Observe the specifications for the prevention of accidents.
⇨ Instruct the operating personnel in theory and practice of switchgear operation.
⇨ Observe the operation and work instructions of the switchgear operator.
Energizing incoming feeders

1. Energize all incoming feeders in the respective opposite substation.

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Verifying correct terminal-phase connections of all incoming feeders

☒ Use phase comparison test unit according to IEC 61243‑5 or VDE 0682‑415.
☒ The panel of the incoming feeder to be tested must be in OPEN position.
☒ The opposite substation must be de-earthed and live.
1. Remove the covers of the capacitive test sockets on phase L1 at the incoming feeder to be
tested and at an already energized incoming feeder.
✓ The plug-in sockets of the capacitive voltage detecting system on phase L1 are accessible.
2. Plug the measuring cables of the phase comparison test unit into the plug-in sockets of the
capacitive voltage detecting system according to the instruction manual.
3. Perform phase comparison according to the instruction manual of the phase comparison test
unit and read the indication.
4. Remove the measuring cables from the plug-in sockets.
5. Refit the covers of the capacitive test sockets on both incoming feeders.
6. Perform phase comparison for phases L2 and L3 in the same way.
✓ If the phase comparison test unit has shown coincidence on all 3 phases, the phase
sequence of the tested incoming feeder is correct.
✓ The incoming feeder can be energized.
Applying voltage to the busbar

If the phase sequence of all incoming feeders is correct, the incoming feeders can be connected
to the busbar:
1. Switch the three-position switch-disconnector, three-position disconnector and earthing
switch to CLOSED position.
✓ The busbar of the switchgear is live.
Connecting outgoing feeders

When all incoming feeders are connected to the busbar:
1. One after the other, energize all outgoing feeders that are connected to consumers.
✓ When all outgoing feeders are energized, the switchgear is completely in operation.
8.8 After commissioning

▪ Observe the locally applicable specifications for the prevention of accidents.
▪ If after commissioning further work is required in the area of the switchgear, install warning
signs at the switchgear.
Access for working in the area of the switchgear must only be granted to the following persons:
▪ Electricians and persons who have been properly instructed in electrical engineering
▪ Persons under the supervision of electricians and persons who have been properly instructed
in electrical engineering
Documenting the commissioning

1. Document any modification due to installation.
2. Document the modifications in the circuit diagram.
3. Send the documented modifications to the competent contact partner of Siemens AG.

9 Operation
DANGER
Mortal danger due to internal arc
The switchgear is internal arc classified according to IEC 62271‑200, which means that
hazardous areas are specified as indicated on the nameplate. Uncontrolled access to
hazardous areas will cause life-endangering injury in case of internal arc.
⇨ The switchgear operator must establish the accessibility to the switchgear room in
accordance with the spatial conditions and the equipment installed in there.
⇨ Observe the switchgear design and determine the internal arc classification of the
switchgear by means of the data on the nameplate.
WARNING
High speed moving parts
Parts behind covers can automatically move quickly and cause serious injury.
⇨ Do not remove any covers from the switchgear.
⇨ Do not reach into openings.
CAUTION
Switching operations with missing service readiness
Switching without service readiness can cause injury due to an internal arc.
⇨ Check service readiness of the switchgear before performing any switching operation.
The pointer of the ready-for-service indicator must be in the green area.
⇨ If the pointer of the ready-for-service indicator is in the red area:
⇨ Do not operate the switchgear.
⇨ Contact the Siemens Service Hotline.
CAUTION
Operating lever slipping off or turning back
When the operating lever is inserted in the actuating opening, it can slip off and cause
injury. The tensioning force of the operating spring can turn the operating lever back and
cause injury.
⇨ Insert the operating lever carefully in the actuating opening.
⇨ Hold the operating lever at both handles while switching.
⇨ After switching, remove the operating lever from the actuating opening.
NOTICE
Incorrect operating levers
Using incorrect operating levers can damage or deactivate the safety equipment of the
switchgear.
⇨ Use only the original Siemens operating levers corresponding to the switchgear type.

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9.2 Indicators and control elements

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Ort Fern
R T
0000
L2
23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12
Fig. 60: Panel group RTL (example)
1 Nameplate 13 Position indicator for circuit-breaker

[2]
2 Secondary devices (option) 14 Operations counter
3 ON/OFF momentary-contact rotary control switch for 15 Sockets for capacitive voltage detecting system
motor operating mechanism (option)
4 Local-remote switch for motor operating mechanism 16 Panel designation label
(option)
5 OFF pushbutton for switch-disconnector 17 Actuating opening for CLOSING/OPENING the earthing
switch
6 "Spring charged" indicator 18 Position indicator for earthing switch
7 Actuating opening for "spring charging" 19 "Fuse tripped" indicator
8 ON pushbutton for switch-disconnector 20 Key-operated interlock (option)
9 ON pushbutton for circuit-breaker 21 Three-position switch locking device
10 OFF pushbutton for circuit-breaker 22 Actuating opening for CLOSING/OPENING the
disconnector
11 Ready-for-service indicator 23 Position indicator for disconnector
12 Locking device for circuit-breaker
9.2.1 Position indicators

Switching device Switch position
CLOSED OPEN EARTHED
Disconnector
Switch-disconnector —
Earthing switch
—
Circuit-breaker
—
9.2.2 Operations counter

One operating cycle corresponds to one closing operation and one opening operation of the
switching device.
[2] E.g. short-circuit indicator, earth-fault indicator or integrated capacitive voltage detecting system

9 | Operation
Switching device Number of operating cycles

1)
Circuit-breaker
00007
1) Option
9.2.3 "Fuse tripped" indicator

Shows the state of the fuse-links of the switch-fuse combination.
Panel Fuse not tripped Fuse tripped

Transformer panel
9.2.4 "Spring charged" indicator

Panel Spring not charged Spring charged
Transformer panel
Circuit-breaker panel type L2
9.2.5 Ready-for-service indicator

The ready-for-service indicator shows if the gas density in the gas compartment is in order.
1 Indication "ready for service"

2 Pointer
3 Green area
4 Red area
5 Indication
"Not ready for service"/"Do not operate"
Fig. 61: Ready-for-service indicator
Read the indication:

▪ Green area below the pointer: Switchgear is ready for service.
▪ Red area below the pointer: Switchgear not ready for service, do not operate.
9.2.6 Operating levers

Operating levers are available in different designs.
Fig. 62: Universal operating lever, short
Universal operating lever (standard) with black handles

▪ Operation of switch-disconnectors, disconnectors and earthing switches
▪ Charging of operating mechanisms of circuit-breakers type 2 and switch-fuse combinations

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Separate operating levers (option)

▪ Operating lever with black handles:
– Operation of switch-disconnectors and disconnectors
– Charging of operating mechanisms of circuit-breakers type 2 and switch-fuse
combinations
▪ Operating levers with red handles:
– Operation of earthing switches
Long operating levers (option)

All operating levers are optionally available with long design. The long operating lever is
equipped with an additional spacing tube. Use of long operating levers:
▪ Switchgear in compact substations
▪ Switchgear with deep cable compartment cover
Anti-reflex levers
With anti-reflex levers, a direct inversion of the operating direction during a switching operation
is prevented. Each operating lever can be retrofitted to an anti-reflex lever:
1. Remove the setscrew 1 from the standard operating lever.
1 Setscrew
Fig. 63: Retrofitting to an anti-reflex

lever
9.2.7 Mechanical interlocking with padlock

The locking device can be padlocked so that no closing, no opening, or no earthing is possible.
The padlock can also be fitted in such a way that none of the three switching operations can be
performed.
In the transformer panel and circuit-breaker panel, the actuating opening for charging the spring
can also be locked.
Padlock position Bottom Center Top
Actuating opening Earthing switch None Disconnector Circuit-breaker

Switch-disconnector Switch-fuse combination
Possible switching opera- ▪ EARTHING No switching operations ▪ CLOSED Charging the spring
tions ▪ DE-EARTHING possible ▪ OPEN
Precondition: Spring en- Precondition: Only possible
ergy store not charged if the circuit-breaker is open
▪ Shackle diameter of padlock: Min. 6 mm and max. 12 mm

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9.2.8 Locking device for pushbutton

The pushbuttons can be equipped with a device for padlocking or for sealing (option).
▪ Shackle diameter of padlock: Min. 3 mm and max. 6 mm.
1 Flap at the pushbutton

2 Hole for padlock
3 Hole for sealing
Fig. 64: Locking the pushbutton
Locking the pushbutton

1. Close the flap at the pushbutton.
2. Hook the padlock in and lock it, or fit the sealing.
9.2.9 Local-remote switch (option)

The local-remote switch determines the location for motor operation.
"Local" position "Remote" position

Local operation by motor Remote operation by motor from the control room or
monitoring station
Local Remote Local Remote
9.2.10 Momentary-contact rotary control switch for motor operating mechanism

(option)
On site, the disconnector or the earthing switch can be closed or opened via the motor operating
mechanism (option). This function is only active if the local-remote switch (option) is in Local
position.
After operation, the momentary-contact rotary control switch returns to the central position
automatically.
Opening Central position Closing
O M O M O M

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9.2.11 Key-operated interlock (option)

Interlocking possibilities of the key-operated interlock:
Interlocking stipulation Cylinder lock Behavior

Interlocking the switching operation from ▪ Key free in OPEN position
OPEN to CLOSED position (KF 1) ▪ Key trapped in CLOSED position
Interlocking the switching operation from ▪ Key free in OPEN position

OPEN to EARTHED position (KF 2): ▪ Key trapped in EARTHED position
Interlocking the switching operation from ▪ Key free in EARTHED position

EARTHED to OPEN position (KF 3) ▪ Key trapped in OPEN position
Fig. 65: Control gate of the key-operated interlock
Interlocking the switch position

1. Switch the panel to the switch position to be interlocked.
2. Push the control gate upwards.
3. Turn the key in the corresponding cylinder lock according to the interlocking stipulation, and
remove it.
4. Push the control gate downwards.
9.3 Operating the panel types (overview)

In the following overview, the corresponding operation chapters are assigned to the panel types.
Panel type Operation

R Ring-main panel [▶ Page 81, "Operating the panel with
switch-disconnector"]
T Transformer panel [▶ Page 84, "Operating the panel with
switch-fuse combination"]
L2 Circuit-breaker panel type 2 [▶ Page 87, "Operating the panel with cir-
cuit-breaker type 2"]
9.4 Operating the panel with switch-disconnector

This chapter describes the manual operation of panels with three-position switch-disconnector:
▪ Panel type R
Motor operating mechanism (option)

The panels can be equipped with a motor operating mechanism for all switching operations. The
use of the motor operating mechanism is described in the circuit documentation.
Manual switching operations are also possible at panels with motor operating mechanism. When
the locking device is operated, electrical switching commands to the corresponding switching
device are suppressed.
INFORMATION
If the auxiliary power supply is interrupted while the motor is charging the operating spring,
the operating mechanism returns to the initial situation autonomously.
To repeat the switching operation, switch the auxiliary voltage on again.

9 | Operation
Control board for switch-disconnector (example)
2 Actuating opening for switch-disconnector
3 Locking device
4 Padlock (option)
5 Actuating opening for earthing switch
R
6 Position indicator for earthing switch
7 Position indicator for switch-disconnector
9.4.1 Switching the three-position switch-disconnector from OPEN to CLOSED

position
☒ Three-position switch-disconnector in OPEN position
1. Check service readiness [▶ Page 78, "Ready-for-service
indicator"].
2. Remove the padlock (optional) from the locking device.
3. Push the locking device upwards, and hold it.

✓ The actuating opening of the switch-disconnector is open.
4. Insert the operating lever and turn straight clockwise as far as it

will go.
✓ The position indicator of the switch-disconnector shows the
CLOSED position.
5. Remove the operating lever.
✓ The locking device returns to its initial position.
6. Fit the padlock (optional) on the locking device at the desired
position [▶ Page 79, "Mechanical interlocking with padlock"].
✓ The feeder is connected to the busbar.
9.4.2 Switching the three-position switch-disconnector from CLOSED to OPEN

position
☒ Three-position switch-disconnector in CLOSED position
indicator"].

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✓ The actuating opening of the switch-disconnector is open.
4. Insert the operating lever and turn straight counter-clockwise as

far as it will go.
OPEN position.
5. Remove the operating lever. The locking device returns to its
initial position.
✓ The feeder is disconnected from the busbar.
9.4.3 Switching the three-position switch-disconnector from OPEN to EARTHED

position
indicator"].
2. Verify safe isolation from supply of the feeder [▶ Page 93,
"Verification of safe isolation from supply"].
4. Push the locking device downwards, and hold it.

✓ The actuating opening of the earthing switch is open.

will go.
✓ The position indicator of the earthing switch shows the
EARTHED position.
✓ The feeder is earthed.
9.4.4 Switching the three-position switch-disconnector from EARTHED to OPEN

position
☒ Three-position switch-disconnector in EARTHED position
indicator"].

9 | Operation


far as it will go.
✓ The position indicator of the earthing switch shows the OPEN
position.
5. Remove the operating lever. The locking device returns to its
initial position.
✓ The feeder is de-earthed.
9.5 Operating the panel with switch-fuse combination

This chapter describes the manual operation of a panel with switch-fuse combination (panel type
T).

To perform the CLOSING and OPENING operations, the panels can be equipped with a motor
operating mechanism. The use of the motor operating mechanism is described in the circuit
documentation.
Manual switching operations are also possible with motor operating mechanism. If the locking
device is operated in order to perform a switching operation, electrical switching commands are
suppressed.
Charging the spring energy store with motor operating mechanism

If the spring-operated/stored-energy mechanism is equipped with a motor operating mechanism
(option), the operating spring is charged automatically after applying auxiliary voltage.
INFORMATION
If the auxiliary power supply is interrupted while the motor is charging the operating spring,
the operating mechanism returns to the initial situation autonomously.
To repeat the switching operation, switch the auxiliary voltage on again.
Control board for switch-fuse combination (example: transformer feeder)
2 ON pushbutton
3 Locking device
4 Padlock (option)
T
7 Position indicator for switch-
disconnector
8 OFF pushbutton
10 "Spring charged" indicator

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9.5.1 Switching the three-position switch-disconnector from OPEN to CLOSED

position
NOTICE
No-load switching operations with the three-position switch-disconnector
Actuating the OFF pushbutton directly after charging the spring energy store can damage
the switchgear.
⇨ After charging the spring energy store, close the three-position switch-disconnector
first, and then open it.
INFORMATION
To insert the operating lever, a spring resistance must be overcome in the actuating opening.

indicator"].

✓ The actuating opening for "spring charging" is open.

will go.
✓ The "spring charged" indicator shows "spring charged".
✓ The feeder is ready to close.
6. Actuate the ON pushbutton.

CLOSED position.
✓ The "spring charged" indicator still shows "spring charged".
✓ The feeder is connected to the busbar.

9 | Operation
9.5.2 Switching the three-position switch-disconnector from CLOSED to OPEN

position
☒ Three-position switch-disconnector in CLOSED position
☒ "Spring charged" indicator shows "spring charged"
indicator"].
2. Actuate the OFF pushbutton.

✓ The "spring charged" indicator shows "spring not charged".
OPEN position.
✓ The feeder is disconnected from the busbar.
9.5.3 Switching the three-position switch-disconnector from OPEN to EARTHED

position
indicator"].
2. Verify safe isolation from supply of the feeder [▶ Page 93,
"Verification of safe isolation from supply"].


will go.
✓ The position indicator of the earthing switch shows the
EARTHED position.
✓ The feeder is earthed.

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9.5.4 Switching the three-position switch-disconnector from EARTHED to OPEN

position
☒ Three-position switch-disconnector in EARTHED position
indicator"].


far as it will go.
✓ The position indicator of the earthing switch shows the OPEN
position.
✓ The feeder is de-earthed.
9.5.5 Fuse tripping of the switch-fuse combination

If the switch-fuse combination was tripped by a fuse-link, the "fuse tripped" indicator shows a
red-black transverse bar. Electrical switching commands to the motor operating mechanism
(option) are suppressed.
Fig. 66: "Fuse tripped" indicator
Re-establishing service readiness

1. Switch the switching device to EARTHED position.
✓ The "fuse tripped" indicator is reset to the "not tripped" condition.
2. Replace all HV HRC fuse-links [▶ Page 98, "Replacing HV HRC fuse-links"]. The fuse-links
may also be damaged if their striker was not tripped.
9.6 Operating the panel with circuit-breaker type 2

This chapter describes the manual operation of a panel with circuit-breaker type 2 and three-
position disconnector (panel types L and V).
The operations are exemplarily shown for a circuit-breaker feeder (panel type L).

9 | Operation

To perform switching operations with the circuit-breaker and the three-position disconnector,
the panels can be equipped with a motor operating mechanism. The use of the motor operating
mechanism is described in the circuit documentation.
Manual switching operations are also possible at panels with motor operating mechanism. When
the locking device is operated, electrical switching commands to the corresponding switching
device are suppressed.
Charging the spring energy store with motor operating mechanism

If the circuit-breaker is equipped with a motor operating mechanism, the spring energy store is
charged automatically after applying auxiliary voltage.
INFORMATION
To deactivate the blocking of the operating mechanism and the interlocks, switch the
auxiliary voltage on again.
Control board for circuit-breaker type 2 (example)
2 ON pushbutton for circuit-breaker
3 Actuating opening for disconnector
4 Position indicator for disconnector
5 Three-position switch-disconnector
locking device
0000
L2
8 Circuit-breaker locking device
10 Position indicator for circuit-breaker
11 Operations counter
12 OFF pushbutton for circuit-breaker
13 "Spring charged" indicator
9.6.1 Charging the spring energy store in circuit-breaker type 2 manually

For a circuit-breaker without motor operating mechanism (option), or in case of failure of the
auxiliary voltage supply, the operating mechanism of the circuit-breaker must be charged
manually before switching operations can be executed.
NOTICE
No-load switching operations at the circuit-breaker
The circuit-breaker can be damaged by no-load switching. After charging the spring energy
store, do not open the circuit-breaker directly.
⇨ After charging the spring energy store, close the circuit-breaker first, and then open it.
INFORMATION
To insert the operating lever, a spring resistance must be overcome in the actuating opening.

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☒ Circuit-breaker in OPEN position

☒ "Spring charged" indicator shows "spring not
charged"
0000
1. Check service readiness [▶ Page 78, "Ready-for-

service indicator"].
2. Remove the padlock (optional) from the locking
device of the circuit-breaker.
3. Push the locking device of the circuit-breaker

upwards, and hold it.
✓ The actuating opening for "spring charging" is
open. 0000
4. Insert the operating lever and turn clockwise as far

as it will go until the "spring charged" indicator
shows "spring charged".
✓ The "spring charged" indicator shows "spring
0000
charged".
✓ The locking device of the circuit-breaker returns
to its initial position.
✓ The spring energy store is charged. The circuit-
breaker can now be closed and opened again.
9.6.2 Closing circuit-breaker type 2

☒ Three-position disconnector in CLOSED position
☒ "Spring charged" indicator shows "spring charged" 0000

2. Actuate the ON pushbutton.

✓ The position indicator of the circuit-breaker shows
the CLOSED position.
0000
✓ The "spring charged" indicator still shows "spring

charged".

9 | Operation
9.6.3 Opening circuit-breaker type 2
NOTICE
No-load switching operations at the circuit-breaker
The circuit-breaker can be damaged by no-load switching. After charging the spring energy
store, do not open the circuit-breaker directly.
⇨ After charging the spring energy store, close the circuit-breaker first, and then open it.
☒ Circuit-breaker in CLOSED position

☒ "Spring charged" indicator shows "spring charged" 0000

2. Actuate the OFF pushbutton.

✓ The position indicator of the circuit-breaker shows
the OPEN position.
0000
✓ The "spring charged" indicator shows "spring not

charged".
9.6.4 Switching the three-position disconnector from OPEN to CLOSED position

☒ Three-position disconnector in OPEN position
1. Check service readiness [▶ Page 78, "Ready-for- 0000
device of the three-position disconnector.
3. Push the locking device of the three-position

disconnector upwards, and hold it.
✓ The actuating opening of the disconnector is
open. 0000

as it will go.
✓ The position indicator of the disconnector shows
the CLOSED position. 0000

6. Fit the padlock (optional) on the locking device at
the desired position [▶ Page 79, "Mechanical
interlocking with padlock"].
✓ The three-position disconnector is in CLOSED
position.

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9.6.5 Switching the three-position disconnector from CLOSED to OPEN position


disconnector upwards, and hold it.
✓ The actuating opening of the disconnector is
open. 0000
4. Insert the operating lever and turn counter-clockwise

as far as it will go.
✓ The position indicator of the disconnector shows
the OPEN position. 0000

✓ The three-position disconnector is in OPEN position.
9.6.6 Switching the three-position disconnector from OPEN to EARTHED position

☒ Three-position disconnector in OPEN position
2. Verify safe isolation from supply of the feeder
[▶ Page 93, "Verification of safe isolation from
supply"].

disconnector downwards, and hold it.
✓ The actuating opening of the earthing switch is
open. 0000

9 | Operation

as it will go.
✓ The position indicator of the earthing switch
shows the EARTHED position. 0000

✓ The three-position disconnector is in EARTHED
position.
9.6.7 Switching the three-position disconnector from EARTHED to OPEN position

☒ Three-position disconnector in EARTHED position

disconnector downwards, and hold it.
✓ The actuating opening of the earthing switch is
open. 0000
4. Insert the operating lever and turn counter-clockwise

as far as it will go.
✓ The position indicator of the earthing switch
shows the OPEN position. 0000

✓ The three-position disconnector is in OPEN position.

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9.7 Verification of safe isolation from supply
DANGER
Mortal danger due to live parts
Ensure safe isolation from supply without any doubt. Touching live parts leads to electric
shock.
⇨ Possible sources of failure
- Defective voltage indicator (or device for operation test of the coupling section)
- Maloperation of the voltage indicator (or device for operation test of the coupling
section)
⇨ Test the perfect operation of the voltage indicator and the coupling section in
accordance with national standards:
- On a live panel
- With a test unit according to IEC 61243‑5 / EN 61243‑5
- On all phases
⇨ Use only voltage indicators or devices according to EN 61243‑5 / IEC 61243‑5 /
VDE 0682‑415 to test the operation of the coupling section. The interface conditions
have not changed as against the old standard VDE 0681 Part 7; the corresponding
indicators can still be used.
⇨ Perform repeat test of interface conditions at the capacitive interfaces, as well as on the
indicators according to the customer's specifications or national standards.
⇨ Do not use short-circuiting jumpers as separate plugs. The operation of the surge
arrester installed is not ensured if short-circuiting jumpers are used.
9.7.1 Voltage indicators
NOTICE
Functional failure due to humidity
Humidity can impair the operation of the voltage indicator.
⇨ In case of rain or fog, do not use the voltage indicator outdoors.
⇨ Dry a humid voltage indicator before use.
NOTICE
Functional failure due to incorrect use
Incorrect use can impair the operation of the voltage indicator.
⇨ Always use the voltage indicator in accordance with the permissible rated voltage and
rated frequency.
⇨ Do not damage the voltage indicator.
INFORMATION
The following descriptions do not substitute reading the manufacturer documentation.
⇨ Before using the voltage indicators, read the manufacturer documentation. The
manufacturer documentation is considered as leading.
INFORMATION
Under unfavorable light conditions, shadow or additionally illuminate the display of the
voltage indicator.

9 | Operation
Use
Voltage indicators type HR or LRM are used for verification of safe isolation from supply on
capacitive HR or LRM interfaces according to IEC 61243‑5. There, the voltage indicator is the
mobile part of a voltage detecting system.
▪ Voltage indicators can be used indoors and outdoors.
▪ The "voltage present" indication is ensured within the specified operating temperature in the
voltage range of the interface according to IEC 61243‑5 Table 1.
▪ Store and transport voltage indicators in dry and clean condition.
Maintenance
Voltage indicators do not contain any parts replaceable by the user, and they are maintenance-
free.
Overview
1 Inscription on the upper and lower side:

Type designation, year of manufacture, and
test symbol
20 18 2 Plug
3 Indication
Fig. 67: Voltage indicator
1 Inserted voltage indicator

XXXXXXX X XXX
2 Capacitive test socket (coupling sec-
XXXXXXX
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
tion)
XX
3 Earth socket (coupling section)
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
4 Cover
5 Printing: Repeat test of interface
Fig. 68: Coupling section and inserted voltage condition
indicator
Tab. 41: Technical data of voltage indicator and coupling section

HR voltage indicator LRM voltage indicator
Rated voltage 70...90 V 4...5 V
(rated pickup voltage of the interface)
Rated frequency 50 Hz 50 Hz
Input impedance 36.0…43.2 MΩ 2.0…2.4 MΩ
Flashing frequency (at pickup ≥ 1 Hz ≥ 1 Hz
voltage)
Power supply Power is supplied through the voltage to be tested when the voltage
indicator is inserted.
Tab. 42: Indication of voltage indicator

Indication Meaning for operation test Meaning for voltage detection
Flashes or lights up Voltage indicator ready for service Phase not isolated from supply
Off Voltage indicator defective, do not Phase isolated from supply

use

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Operation test
WARNING
Defective voltage indicator
Using a defective voltage indicator can lead to incorrect indication of safe isolation from
supply. Touching live parts can lead to electric shock.
⇨ Before verifying safe isolation from supply, the operation of the voltage indicator must
be tested.
⇨ If the operation test of the voltage indicator is not completed successfully, the device is
defective and must not be used for voltage indication.
The voltage indicator and the associated coupling section do not have a self-test function.
Therefore, an operation test must be performed before indicating the voltage.
Perform the operation test:
▪ On an energized HR or LRM interface
▪ On a voltage source with known voltage in the range of the pickup values according to
IEC 61243-5
▪ With an HR or LRM function test unit
1. Insert the voltage indicator in a test unit and read the indication.
Checking safe isolation from supply
WARNING
Defective voltage indicator
Touching live parts can lead to electric shock.
⇨ If the voltage indicator does not indicate any voltage, perform the operation test again.
1. Remove the covers from the plug-in sockets (interfaces of phases L1, L2 and L3).
2. Insert the voltage indicator into the plug-in socket of phase L1 and read the indication.
3. Remove the voltage indicator.
4. Repeat the test for phases L2 and L3.
✓ If the voltage indicator does not flash or light up in any of the phases, the phases are not
live.
5. Refit the covers on the plug-in sockets.
9.7.2 Integrated voltage detecting systems
INFORMATION
The following descriptions do not substitute reading the manufacturer documentation.
⇨ Before using the voltage detecting systems, read the supplied manufacturer
documentation.
INFORMATION
⇨ Under unfavorable light conditions, shadow or additionally illuminate the display of the
voltage detecting systems.
Use
Integrated voltage detecting systems are used to verify safe isolation from supply according to
IEC 61243‑5 (VDE 0105 Part 1 and 100).
The integrated voltage detecting systems are adjusted to the overall system of the switchgear.
The unambiguous "voltage present" indication is ensured within the rated voltage and rated
frequency according to IEC 61243‑5 (VDE 0682 Part 415).

9 | Operation
LRM test socket

The integrated voltage detecting systems have a 3‑phase LRM test socket (e.g. for phase
comparison or cable sheath test).
Maintenance
The integrated voltage detecting systems do not contain any parts that can be replaced by the
user, and they are maintenance-free.
Integrated voltage detecting systems CAPDIS and VOIS
WARNING
Mortal danger due to electric shock
Changing the factory setting on the C2 module in the CAPDIS-S1+/S2+ voltage detecting
system can cause a functional failure of the voltage detecting system and an electric shock.
⇨ The C2 module 3 is set to the operating voltage of the switchgear. The setting is
recognizable from the correspondence of the arrow 1 and the marking 2 .
⇨ The factory setting of the C2 module can only be changed with the approval of Siemens.
⇨ If the setting of the C2 module was modified by mistake, re-establish the factory setting
as follows:
⇨ Pull out the C2 module at the rear side of CAPDIS-S1+/S2+.
⇨ Plug the C2 module into CAPDIS-S1+/S2+ so that the arrow 1 on the housing points to
the marking 2 on the C2 module.
a 1 Arrow
s 2 Marking
d 3 C2 module
Fig. 69: Marking of the factory setting on

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1 "Test" button 6 Test socket L2
2 Cover 7 Earth socket
3 LC display 8 Test socket L3
4 LEDs red and green 9 Test socket L1
(state of the relay contacts)
5 Duct for signaling cables CAPDIS-M 10 Short instructions

Operation | 9
1 LC display
e
2 Test socket L2
M
5
to
.c N e
g
3-
nt
R
+
o IK
24
a
oi
lt
IS
te
61
L
Earth socket
tp
s H
o 3
O
e
e C
s
D
E
V
ri TE
w G S
te
I
w NE I E
.k IE
E R
w R
L2
K
4 Test socket L3
5 Test socket L1
L1
L2
L3
L1
L3
Fig. 72: VOIS+: Cover open
Indication VOIS+, VOIS R+ CAPDIS-S1+ CAPDIS-S2+ Description

State of the
1)
L1 L2 L3 L1 L2 L3 L1 L2 L3 relay contacts
Red Green
A0 U≠0 U=0 Operating voltage not present.
A1 U≠0 U=0 Operating voltage present.

Auxiliary voltage not available (only
CAPDIS‑S2+).
A3 U≠0 U=0 Failure of the operating voltage at phase L1,
operating voltage present at phases L2 and L3
(for CAPDIS-Sx+ also indication: earth fault).
A4 U≠0 U=0 Voltage (not operating voltage) present.
—
A5 U≠0 U=0 Indication: "Test" passed (lights up shortly).

—
A6 U≠0 U=0 Indication: "Test" not passed (lights up shortly).

—
A7 U≠0 U=0 Overvoltage present (lights up permanently).

—
A8 U≠0 U=0 Indication: "ERROR" e.g. in case of missing

— — auxiliary voltage.
1) LED does not light up: ; LED lights up:
Integrated voltage detecting system WEGA
1 Display (illuminated for WEGA 2.2C if

auxiliary voltage is available)
2 LEDs green and red
L2
WEGA 2.2C
=0
≠0
U
L3
(state of the relay contacts)

3 Test socket L1
L1
Test socket L2
-5
4
M 3
LR 124
st -
Te play
s
6
Di
5 Test socket L3
C
L1
L2
L3
IE
6 Earth socket
Fig. 73: Operating elements WEGA
7 "Display Test" button

9 | Operation
Indication WEGA 1.2C WEGA 2.2C Description

State of the
1)
L1 L2 L3 L1 L2 L3 relay contacts
Red Green
—
A1 U≠0 U=0 Operating voltage present.

Integrated repeat test passed.
A3 U≠0 U=0 Failure of the operating voltage at phase L1, operating voltage
present at phases L2 and L3.
Integrated repeat test passed (L2 and L3).
A4 U≠0 U=0 Voltage present, current monitoring of coupling section below
limit value.
A5 U≠0 U=0 If "Display Test" button is pressed:

Display test passed.
A6 U≠0 U=0 In operation:

Voltage present and integrated repeat test passed.
Voltage signal too high.
A7 U≠0 U=0 Auxiliary voltage missing.
—
1) LED does not light up: ; LED lights up:
9.8 Replacing HV HRC fuse-links
NOTICE
Inappropriate HV HRC fuse-links or extension tubes
Using untested or incorrect HV HRC fuse-links can damage the fuse box.
⇨ Use only fuse-links tested by Siemens, which are listed in the protection table.
⇨ Do not use HV HRC fuse-links with different characteristics for nominally equal rated
current.
⇨ Any use of other fuse-links must be checked by Siemens in advance. Contact the
Siemens Service Hotline.
NOTICE
Stressed HV HRC fuse-links
When a HV HRC fuse-link has tripped, the HV HRC fuse-links in the two other phases may
also have been stressed.
⇨ Replace the HV HRC fuse-links in all 3 phases.
INFORMATION
Not approved fuse-links for switchgear with a rated voltage of up to 12 kV:
▪ 7.2 kV fuse-links with reference dimension 192 mm
▪ 24 kV fuse-links with reference dimension 292 mm
Observe the design of the fuse slide supplied (reference dimension e=292 mm, optionally
e=442 mm)

Operation | 9
The replacement of fuse-links in the transformer panel is described hereafter.

▪ For data to usable HV HRC fuse-links [▶ Page 35, "Selection of HV HRC fuse-links"].
▪ The cable compartment cover can only be removed if the earthing switch is in EARTHED
position.
▪ When the cable compartment cover is removed, the earthing switch is interlocked in
EARTHED position.
1. Isolate and earth the feeder.
3. Push the handle of the fuse slide slightly upwards towards the stop in order to detach the
gasket in this way and be able to pull the fuse slide out more easily.
CAUTION
Hot HV HRC fuse-links
HV HRC fuse-links may be hot und cause burns on the hands during replacement.
⇨ Wear gloves.
⇨ Let hot HV HRC fuse-links cool down before replacing.
4. Withdraw the fuse slide with the HV HRC fuse-link.
5. Lay the HV HRC fuse-link on a flat, clean and firm underground.

6. Push the cover of the HV HRC fuse-link (on the opposite side of the housing cover) aside, and
pull the HV HRC fuse-link out of the fuse slide.

9 | Operation
7. Fit new HV HRC fuse-link into the contact springs and observe the striker position in the
process. The arrow on the HV HRC fuse-link must point towards the box cover.
8. Verify correct seating of the covers and the HV HRC fuse-link.

9. Push the fuse slide into the guide slot of the fuse box.
10. Push the fuse slide into the fuse box as far as it will go. The fuse slide cover must rest fully on
the cast-resin frame of the fuse box.
11. Push the handle of the fuse slide down until it latches tight.
12. The cable compartment cover can only be hooked in correctly if the fuse slides are properly
latched in.
13. Hook the cable compartment cover in [▶ Page 69, "Removing and mounting the cable

Operation | 9
9.9 Cable testing

9.9.1 Cable testing via cable plugs
DANGER
Non-interlocked switch-disconnector
In panels without closing lockout (option), the switch-disconnector is not interlocked if the
cable compartment cover is removed. Switching to CLOSED position can cause an internal
arc or an electric shock.
⇨ Observe the Five Safety Rules.
⇨ Fit switching prohibition signs.
⇨ Padlock the locking device (option).
WARNING
Mortal danger due to overvoltages
Cable testing with connected cables represents a special stress for the isolating distance. If
the busbar of the switchgear under test or of the opposite substation are live with operating
voltage, no overvoltages may occur.
⇨ Overvoltages must be avoided by suitable measures taken by the switchgear operator.
NOTICE
High test voltage
The test voltage can damage connection cables, cable plugs and voltage detecting systems.
⇨ Observe the manufacturer information related to the connection cables, cable plugs and
voltage detecting systems (maximum test values).
a s 1 Bushing
2 Measuring bolt
d
3 Test lead
4 Earthing connection of cable shield
h
5 Earthing connection of cable plug
g 6 Cable T-plug
f
Tab. 43: Test voltages

Rated voltage of Test voltage 1)
AC test voltage VLF 0,1 Hz
switchgear
AC DC Rectangle Sinus Test dura-
Uct Test dura- Uct Test dura- Mean value Maximum Mean value Maximum tion
tion tion valuer valuer
[kV] [kV] [min] [kV] [min] [kV] [kV] [kV] [kV] [min]
7.2 11 1 22 15 22 22 15.6 22 60
12 19 1 38 15 38 38 26.8 38 60
15 28 1 52 15 52 52 36.8 52 60
17.5 28 1 52 15 52 52 36.8 52 60
24 38 1 72 15 72 72 51 72 60
1) Very low frequency
1. Disconnect the feeder under test.

2. Make sure that the feeder in the opposite substation has also been isolated and secured
against reclosing.

9 | Operation
3. Verify safe isolation from supply.

4. Earth the feeder.
6. Remove the voltage transformers on the testing section and close the bushings in a surge-
proof way.
7. Undo the screw-type cone at the cable T-plug or at the adapter.
8. Fit cable test elements (e.g. measuring bolts) according to the operating instructions of the
plug manufacturers. Use only cable test elements of the cable plug manufacturer.
9. Barrier the area around the testing place.
10. De-earth.
11. Perform the test according to the recommendations of the cable manufacturers or the
customers' specifications.
After the test

1. Earth the feeder under test.
2. Remove cable test elements.
3. Clean the screw-type cone and apply the supplied mounting paste.
4. Mount the screw-type cone on the cable T-plug according to the manufacturer's instructions.
5. Re-install the removed voltage transformers.
6. Fit the cable compartment cover [▶ Page 69, "Removing and mounting the cable
compartment cover"]
7. De-earth the panel and the opposite substation, and re-energize the feeder.
9.9.2 Cable sheath test
DANGER
Mortal danger due to non-interlocked feeder
If the cable compartment cover is removed, the feeder is not interlocked during the cable
sheet test. Switching to CLOSED position can cause an internal arc or an electric shock.
Exceptions: Panels with closing lockout (option) or de-earthing lockout (option)
⇨ Observe the Five Safety Rules.
⇨ Fit switching prohibition signs.
⇨ Padlock the locking device (option).
1. Isolate and earth the feeder under test.

3. De-earth the cable shield at the cross member of the panel frame, also in the opposite
substation.
4. Perform cable sheath test following the recommendations of the cable manufacturers or the
customer's stipulation.
5. Mount the cable shield earthing again at the cross member of the panel frame, also in the
opposite substation.
6. Refit and lock the cable compartment cover [▶ Page 69, "Removing and mounting the cable
7. De-earth the panel and the opposite substation, and re-energize the feeder.

10 Preventive and general maintenance
The switchgear is maintenance-free under normal ambient conditions according to IEC 62271‑1.
Inspection or testing of the secondary equipment such as the capacitive voltage detecting
system is done within the scope of locally applicable laws and regulations.
Checking the dew point

The dew point needs no checking throughout the entire service life.
Checking the gas quality

The gas quality needs no checking throughout the entire service life.
Test operation
An operation test of the switching devices is required only at the time of commissioning,
modification or retrofit at the panel.
Replacement of components
Due to the fact that all parts of this switchgear have been optimized to last the normal service
life, it is not possible to recommend particular spare parts.
Information required for spare part orders of single components and devices:
▪ Type and serial number of the switchgear [▶ Page 42, "Nameplates"]
▪ Description or identification of the device or part on the basis of a sketch, a photo or a circuit
diagram

11 End of life
Insulating gas
The equipment contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas SF6 with a global warming potential
(GWP) of 22800[3] .
CAUTION
Danger of suffocation and environmental damage due to SF6
A high concentration of SF6 in the air can cause suffocation. Larger amounts of SF6 in the
atmosphere can cause environmental damage.
⇨ SF6 has to be reclaimed and must not be released into the atmosphere.
⇨ For use and handling of SF6, observe IEC 62271-4: High-voltage switchgear and control
gear - Part 4: Handling procedures for sulfur hexafluoride (SF6)
Before recycling the materials, evacuate the SF6 gas professionally and prepare it for further use.
For further information, please contact the Siemens Service Hotline.
Recycling
The switchgear is an environmentally compatible product. The components of the switchgear
can be recycled in an environmentally compatible way by dismantling into sorted scrap and
residual mixed scrap. After releasing the insulating gas, the switchgear mainly consists of the
following materials:
▪ Steel (enclosure and operating mechanisms)
▪ Stainless steel (gas compartment)
▪ Copper (conductor bars)
▪ Silver (contacts)
▪ Cast-resin based on epoxy resin (bushings and post insulators)
▪ Plastic materials (switchgear and fuse tripping)
▪ Silicone rubber
The switchgear can be recycled in ecological manner in compliance with existing legislation.
Auxiliary devices such as short-circuit indicators have to be recycled as electronic scrap. Any
existing batteries have to be recycled professionally.
As delivered by Siemens, the switchgear does not contain hazardous substances as per the
Ordinance on Hazardous Substances applicable in the Federal Republic of Germany. For
operation in other countries, the locally applicable laws and regulations must be observed.
For further information regarding declarable or restricted substances in this product, please
contact [email protected].
Disposal after an internal arc

For disposal of the switchgear after an internal arc, observe DGUV 213-013 from January 2019
and IEC 62271‑4.
[3] Source: "Regulation (EU) No. 517/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 April 2014 on
fluorinated greenhouse gases and repealing Regulation (EC) No. 842/2006"

12 Annex
12.1 MCU (Motor Control Unit)

12.1.1 Extract from the Technical Description
The switchgear can be equipped with different versions of the electrical motor control unit
(MCU, Motor Control Unit). The following sections are an extract from the Technical Description
of the electrical motor control unit.
The complete Technical Description of the different versions is available under the following
order numbers:
MCU version Order number

MCU-RI 953-0091.9
MCU-MH 953-0071.9
MCU-MH-MOD 953-0081.9
12.1.2 Application
The MCU controls the following motor operating mechanisms for three-position switches in
medium-voltage switchgear:
▪ Spring-operated mechanism
▪ Spring-operated/stored-energy mechanism
The MCU is equipped with a universal wide voltage range. It can optionally be connected to
different auxiliary and motor voltages. The auxiliary and motor voltages can be combined and do
not necessarily have to be identical.
12.1.3 Safety instructions
NOTICE
Damage due to test voltages
If the specified limits (1 kV, 1 s) are exceeded during dielectric tests according to the
standard IEC 62271‑200, the MCU may be damaged by too high test voltages.
⇨ Before performing the dielectric test, remove the connecting plug from the MCU.
NOTICE
Incorrect connection of the command inputs
The functioning of the MCU may be impaired.
⇨ To activate the SWITCH POSITION signaling switch, do not use any external switching
contacts that are equipped with capacitors > 4.7 nF connected in parallel with the
contact.
NOTICE
Insufficient voltage quality
The functioning of the MCU may be impaired.
⇨ The voltage quality of the voltages used for auxiliary and load circuits must correspond
to applicable standards.
⇨ If an AC control voltage or AC load voltage is used, which is generated directly from
single-phase inverters, earth UN2~.

12 | Annex
12.1.4 Design
Fig. 74: MCU-RI Fig. 75: MCU-MH Fig. 76: MCU-MH-MOD

1 LED status indicator
2 Reset pushbutton
12.1.5 Fault signals

Fault signals at the unit are displayed via a red flashing LED status indicator.
Possible causes for a fault signal:
▪ Only MCU-MH and MCU-MH-MOD: An incorrect sense of rotation of the motor was
detected while moving the operating mechanism from disconnector OPEN / earthing
switch OPEN position to disconnector CLOSED / earthing switch CLOSED position.
▪ There is an internal MCU fault (watchdog).
▪ The feedback monitoring time (runtime monitoring of the operating mechanism) for
protecting the drive motor and the mechanical system was exceeded.
▪ A command for moving the operating mechanism is applied to the active command inputs
for more than 5 minutes, although existing interlocking conditions prevent the execution of
this command.
▪ A command is applied to one of the active command inputs for more than 5 minutes,
although the associated switching operation was completed successfully.
Clearing the fault mode

Options for clearing the fault mode after the cause for the fault mode was eliminated:
▪ Only MCU-MH and MCU-MH-MOD: Via the reset pushbutton at the unit (operation of the
reset pushbutton: Insert a thin, pointed object through the opening on the front).
▪ Switch the control voltage off and on again.
Examples for flashing code of LED status indicator
1
1 LED lights up permanently
0 t 2 LED flashes 1x
1 3 LED flashes 2x
0 t
4 LED flashes 7x
1
0 t
1
0 t
Fig. 77: Flashing code

Annex | 12
The following table shows the fault coding of the flashing codes for all versions of the MCU.
Tab. 44: Fault coding MCU-MH and MCU-MH-MOD

Type of fault LED status Interlocking to cir- Cause Measure
indicator 1)
cuit-breaker
Incorrect sense of rotation Lights up per- Off Motor polarity interchanged ▪ Check motor connecting leads
of motor manently red ▪ Carry out a reset of the MCU
Relay on MCU clocks on No indication Off No load voltage available ▪ Check the load voltage supply
command input (approx. 1x
per sec.)
Relay on MCU clocks very No indication Off No control voltage available ▪ Check the control voltage supply
quickly on command input
(approx. 5x per sec.)
H-bridge is not isolated from Flashes 2x red On 2) ▪ Earth N.
N not earthed (IT system)
supply ▪ Carry out a reset of the MCU
Load voltage relay of MCU defective ▪ Replace MCU
No feedback of Flashes 3x red On Disconnector could not be CLOSED ▪ Check operating mechanism and
disconnector contact after within the maximum permissible run- gear motor
disconnector CLOSED time. Mechanical defect or defect at the ▪ Switch the operating mechanism
command gear motor manually to an end position and
perform reset
No feedback of opening Flashes 4x red On Disconnector could not be OPENED ▪ Check operating mechanism and
contact after within the maximum permissible run- gear motor
disconnector OPEN time. Mechanical defect or defect at the ▪ Switch the operating mechanism
perform reset
No feedback of earthing Flashes 5x red On Earthing switch could not be CLOSED ▪ Check operating mechanism and
switch contact after earth- within the maximum permissible run- gear motor
ing switch CLOSED time. Mechanical defect or defect at the ▪ Switch the operating mechanism
perform reset
No feedback of opening Flashes 6x red On Earthing switch could not be OPENED ▪ Check operating mechanism and
contact after earth- within the maximum permissible run- gear motor
ing switch OPEN command time. Mechanical defect or defect at the ▪ Switch the operating mechanism
gear motor manually to an end position and
perform reset
No standby mode after end Flashes 8x red On Circuit for automatic shutdown of MCU ▪ Replace MCU
of command defective
Impermissibly long switch- Flashes 8x red On Switching command is applied for more ▪ Shorten command output
ing command than 5 min ▪ Carry out a reset of the MCU
1) Off = circuit-breaker can be switched, On = circuit-breaker cannot be switched
2) Neutral conductor
Tab. 45: Fault coding MCU-RI

Type of fault LED status indicator Cause Measure
Incorrect sense of rotation of motor Lights up permanently Motor polarity interchanged ▪ Check motor connecting leads
red ▪ Carry out a reset of the MCU
Relay on MCU clocks on command No indication No load voltage available ▪ Check the load voltage supply
input (approx. 1x per sec.)
Relay on MCU clocks very quickly No indication No control voltage available ▪ Check the control voltage supply
on command input (approx. 5x per
sec.)
No feedback of disconnector Flashes 3x red Disconnector could not be CLOSED within the ▪ Check operating mechanism and
contact after disconnector CLOSED maximum permissible runtime. gear motor
command ▪ Mechanical defect or defect at the gear ▪ Carry out a reset of the MCU
motor

12 | Annex
Type of fault LED status indicator Cause Measure

No feedback of opening contact Flashes 4x red Disconnector could not be switched to OPEN ▪ Check operating mechanism and
after disconnector OPEN command position within the maximum permissible run- gear motor
time. ▪ Carry out a reset of the MCU
▪ Mechanical defect or defect at the gear
motor
No standby mode after end of Flashes 8x red Circuit for automatic shutdown of MCU defec- ▪ Replace MCU
command tive
Impermissibly long switching Flashes 8x red Switching command is applied for more than ▪ Shorten command output
command 5 min ▪ Carry out a reset of the MCU
12.1.6 Behavior in case of voltage failure

The failure of the load voltage or the control voltage leads to a defined behavior of the motor
control unit. The sequence applies to the voltage failure both in inoperative position and while
moving:
▪ The operating mechanism can no longer be operated electrically, or stops.
▪ No fault signal is issued.
▪ Manual movement by manual operation is possible.
Once the voltage returns, normal operation is reestablished.

Index
A G
Accessories 23 Gas leakage rate 34
Altitude correction factor 34 Gas quality 103
Anti-reflex levers 79
Arcing time 29
Auxiliary switch H
Breaking capacity 29 Hazardous substances 8
High-voltage cable 59
Hotline
B Service Hotline 2
Break time 29 HV HRC fuse-link
Protection table 35
C
Cable compartment cover 69 I
Deep 19 Insulating gas 34
Cable connection 59 Disposal 104
Cable installation 59 Interlocks
Double cables 60 Electrical 13
Surge arresters 60 Mechanical 12
Cable-type current transformer 62 Internal arc classification 31
CAPDIS 96
Center of gravity 45
Circuit-breaker 12 K
Circuit-breaker tripping signal 30 Key-operated interlock 81
Technical data 28
Cleaning 50 L
Close-open contact time 29 Local-remote switch 80
Closing solenoid 29 Loss of service continuity category 30
Closing time 29 Low-energy release 30
Compartment Low-voltage compartment 24
Accessibility 31
Completeness of delivery 43
Cross member 70
M
Current transformer Make-proof earthing switch
Cable-type current transformer 62 Switching capacity 26, 27
Switching capacity (with HV HRC fuse-links) 26
MCU 105
D Motor Control Unit 105
Degrees of protection 32 Motor operating mechanism
Desiccant bag Circuit-breaker 88
Replacing 47 Momentary-contact rotary control switch 80
Dew point 103 Protection equipment 27, 29
Dielectric strength 34, 35 Ring-main panel 81
Dimensions 32 Transformer panel 84
Disconnector
Switching capacity 27
N
Nameplate 42
E
Electromagnetic compatibility 32, 50
EMC 50
O
Opening time 29
Operating levers 78
F Operating times 28
Foundation 52 Operating voltage
Fastening the switchgear 53 Energizing 74
Fuse tripping 87 Operation test
Electrical 73
Operations counter 77

Operator commitment 7 Transport unit 43
Type approval
Vacuum interrupter 31
P Type plate 42
Packing 43
Panel blocks 9
Partition class 30 U
Personal protective equipment 8 Undervoltage release 30, 73
Personnel
Qualification 8
Phase sequence 33 V
Power-frequency voltage test 74 Vacuum circuit-breaker 12
Pressure relief 21 Varistor module 30
Protection ring 58 VOIS 96
Protective equipment 8 Voltage detecting system 21
Pushbutton CAPDIS 96
Locking 80 VOIS 96
WEGA 97
Voltage indicator
R HR 21, 94
Raychem RICS5xxx with RDA 60 LRM 21, 94
Ready-for-service indicator 78 Voltage sensor 66
Mode of operation 22
Signaling switch 23
Recycling 104 W
Release WEGA 97
Power consumption 30 Weight 32
Releases 27
Ring-core current sensor 65
Room dimensions
Door dimensions 52
S
Secondary equipment
Wire routing 68
Service Hotline 2
Shunt release 27, 30
Site altitude 34
Spare parts 103
Spring-operated mechanism 11
Spring-operated/stored-energy mechanism 11
Storage 47
Switch-disconnector
Switch-fuse combination
Fuse tripping 87
Switchgear
Earthing 57
Switchgear room 51
"Fuse tripped" indicator 78, 87
T
Technical data 25
Transport angles 46
Transport block
Removing 53
Transport damage 43
Transport eyes 45
Removing 53
Transport facilities 45
Transport regulations 32

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1.2 Instruction concept

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2.1 General instructions

2.2 Due application

2.3 Changes to the product

2.4 Operator commitment

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2.5 Qualified personnel

2.6 Personal protective equipment (PPE)

2.8 Hazardous substances

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3.1 Panel types

Tab. 1: Panel blocks

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3.2 Panel design

Fig. 1: Ring-main panel type R Fig. 2: Transformer panel type T

1 Low-voltage compartment (option)

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3.3 Three-position switch-disconnector

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3.4 Vacuum circuit-breaker

Operating function of circuit-breaker type 2

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Tab. 2: Availability of the mechanical interlocks

X Standard O Option – Not available

3.6 HV HRC fuse assembly

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▪ Requirements according to IEC 62271-105 / VDE 0671-105 met for HV HRC fuse-links in

Fig. 7: HV HRC fuse assembly

Tab. 3: Basic scheme of fuse tripping

Tripping of the three‑position switch‑disconnector through the striker of

Tripping of the three‑position switch‑disconnector via diaphragm and

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3.7 Cable connection

Fig. 8: Cable connection for ring-main feeder (example)

Tab. 4: Possibilities of connection

3.7.2 Cable connection for transformer feeders

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Recommended cable plugs:

Possible connection options (examples):

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3.7.3 Recommended cable plugs

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Tab. 6: Cable plugs for single cable connection (interface type A)

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Tab. 7: Symmetrical cable T-plugs

3.7.5 Deep cable compartment cover

Fig. 13: Mounting depth at the panel

Tab. 8: Cable plugs for double cable connection (interface type C)

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Cable plugs Connection combination 1)

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3.8 Pressure relief

1 Floor opening 3 Exhaust opening with expanded metal