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1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
1.1 Manufacturer and customer support 13
1.1.1 Manufacturer 13
1.1.2 Customer support 13
1.2 Target groups 14
1.2.1 Definition 14
1.2.2 Training modules 15
1.3 Document 16
1.3.1 Identification 16
1.3.2 Validity 16
1.3.3 Purpose 16
1.3.4 Contents overview 17
1.3.5 Presentation conventions 18
1.3.5.1 Orientation guide 18
1.3.5.2 Text elements 18
1.3.5.3 Cross references and markups 19
1.3.5.4 Illustrations 19
1.3.5.5 Values and units 19
1.3.5.6 Residual risks and safety instructions 20
1.3.5.7 Helpful or important information 20
1.3.6 Additional documents 21
1.3.6.1 Plant specific documents 21
1.3.6.2 Safekeeping of documents 21
1.4 Trademarks 22

2 Product description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
2.1 Introduction 23
2.1.1 Intended use 24
2.1.2 Conformity and safety 24
2.1.3 Product designation 25
2.2 Product data 26
2.2.1 Dimensions 27
2.2.2 Weights 27
2.3 Performance characteristics and technical data 28
2.3.1 Circuit-breaker system 28
2.3.1.1 Circuit-breaker 29
2.3.1.2 Gas and gas equipment 30
2.3.1.3 Hydraulic spring operating mechanism 31
2.3.1.4 Disconnector 32

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2.3.1.5 SDM drive 33

2.3.1.6 Heat pipe 33
2.3.1.7 Temperature monitoring switch 33
2.3.1.8 Control cubicle 34
2.3.1.9 Earthing switch – optional 34
2.3.1.10 Earthing switch with motor operated short-circuiting connection – optional
35
2.3.2 Components 36
2.3.2.1 Capacitor 36
2.3.2.2 Current transformer – optional 36
2.3.2.3 Voltage transformer – optional 37
2.3.2.4 Surge arrester – optional 37
2.4 Power supply, interfaces, connections 38
2.4.1 Control cubicle 38
2.4.2 Density monitoring switch 38
2.4.3 Hydraulic spring operating mechanism 38
2.4.4 SDM drives 39
2.4.5 Components 39
2.5 Ambient conditions 40
2.5.1 Indoor installation 40
2.5.2 Outdoor installation 40
2.5.3 Seismic qualification 41
2.5.4 During storage 41
2.5.5 During transport 42
2.5.6 Gas containers 42
2.6 Resistivity 43
2.6.1 Protection class 43
2.6.2 Immissions 43
2.6.3 Emissions 43
2.7 Scope of delivery 44

3 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
3.1 Introduction 47
3.2 Product safety 47
3.3 Product protection 48
3.4 Product safety signs 49
3.4.1 Protective earth sign 49
3.4.2 Warning signs 50
3.4.2.1 Hazardous voltages 50
3.4.2.2 Remove maintenance lever 51
3.5 Hazard areas 52
3.5.1 Product specific hazards 52

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3.5.2 Working with SF6 gas 56

3.6 Safety recommendations and standard procedures 58
3.6.1 Permit to work system 58
3.6.2 The seven safety rules 59
3.7 Obligations of the plant officer / operating company 61
3.7.1 Minimisation of residual risks 61
3.7.1.1 Safety precautions 62
3.7.1.2 Safety measures 62
3.7.1.3 Personnel instructions 62
3.7.1.4 Personnel protection 63
3.7.2 Emergency information 63

4 Design and function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

4.1 Introduction 65
4.2 Design 66
4.2.1 Pole frame 67
4.2.2 Enclosure 67
4.2.3 Circuit-breaker 68
4.2.3.1 Interrupting chamber 69
4.2.3.2 Gas equipment 69
4.2.3.3 Operating linkage 69
4.2.3.4 Hydraulic spring operating mechanism 69
4.2.4 Disconnector 70
4.2.5 SDM drives 71
4.2.6 Heat pipes 72
4.2.7 Temperature monitoring switches 73
4.2.8 Control cubicle 74
4.2.9 Optional equipment 76
4.2.9.1 Earthing switch on transformer side 77
4.2.9.2 Earthing switch on generator side 77
4.2.10 Components 78
4.2.10.1 Capacitor 79
4.2.10.2 Support for primary cables 79
4.2.10.3 Current transformer – optional 79
4.2.10.4 Voltage transformer – optional 79
4.2.10.5 Surge arrester – optional 79
4.3 Function 80
4.3.1 Pole frame 80
4.3.2 Enclosure 80
4.3.3 Circuit-breaker 80
4.3.3.1 Interrupting chamber 81
4.3.3.2 Gas and gas equipment 81

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4.3.3.3 Operating linkage 81

4.3.3.4 Hydraulic spring operating mechanism 82
4.3.4 Disconnector 82
4.3.5 SDM drive – optional 83
4.3.6 Heat pipe 83
4.3.7 Temperature monitoring switch 84
4.3.8 Control cubicle 84
4.3.9 Optional equipment 85
4.3.9.1 Earthing switch on transformer side 85
4.3.9.2 Earthing switch on generator side 85
4.3.10 Components 86
4.3.10.1 Capacitor 86
4.3.10.2 Current transformer – optional 86
4.3.10.3 Voltage transformer – optional 86
4.3.10.4 Surge arrester – optional 86
4.4 Safety and control equipment 87
4.4.1 Safety concept 87
4.4.2 Interlock key 87
4.4.3 Switchgear interlocking 88
4.4.3.1 Interlocking principle 88
4.4.3.2 Circuit-breaker 89
4.4.3.3 Gas density 89
4.4.3.4 Hydraulic spring operating mechanism 90
4.4.3.5 Earthing switches 91

5 Operating and indicating elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

5.1 Introduction 93
5.2 Gas equipment 94
5.2.1 Density indicator SF6 94
5.2.1.1 Indication ranges 95
5.2.1.2 Marking point 95
5.3 Hydraulic spring operating mechanism 96
5.3.1 Indicating elements 97
5.3.1.1 Position indicator for the circuit-breaker 97
5.3.1.2 Indicator for filling level of hydraulic oil 97
5.3.1.3 Indicator for spring travel 97
5.4 SDM drive 98
5.4.1 Operating elements 99
5.4.2 Indicating elements 101
5.4.2.1 Position indicator 102
5.4.2.2 Locking tab for hand crank 102
5.5 Control cubicle 103

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5.5.1 Control panel 103

5.5.2 Operating elements 104
5.5.2.1 Illuminated pushbuttons of mimic diagram 104
5.5.2.2 Interlocking key switch S2 104
5.5.3 Indicating elements 105
5.5.3.1 Illuminated pushbuttons of mimic diagram 105
5.5.3.2 Counters 105
5.5.3.3 Alarm signals 106

6 Erection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
6.1 Introduction 107
6.1.1 Safety instructions 107
6.1.1.1 Safety at work 107
6.1.1.2 Means of transport 108
6.1.2 Target group 109
6.2 Prerequisites 110
6.2.1 Supplied documents 110
6.2.2 Infrastructure 110
6.2.2.1 Standard accessories 111
6.2.2.2 Optional accessories 111
6.3 Unpacking and transport 112
6.3.1 Receipt of goods 112
6.3.2 Transport with packaging 112
6.3.3 Unpacking 112
6.3.4 Checking received goods 113
6.3.5 Lifting the product 113
6.3.5.1 Lifting equipment 114
6.3.5.2 Attaching the lifting equipment 115
6.3.5.3 Attaching the crane hook to the lifting beam 116
6.3.5.4 Placing the lifting beam onto the enclosures 116
6.3.5.5 Attaching the lifting beam to the product 116
6.3.5.6 Transport by crane 117
6.3.5.7 Replacing transport supports by pole frame supports 118
6.4 Installation preparation 119
6.4.1 Space requirements 119
6.4.2 Floor layout 120
6.4.3 Pole frame supports 120
6.5 Erection site preparation 121
6.5.1 Erection on concrete floor 121
6.5.2 Erection on steel structure 121
6.5.2.1 Securing by bolting 121
6.5.2.2 Securing by welding 122

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6.6 Product erection 122

6.6.1 Aligning the product 122
6.6.2 Securing the product 123
6.6.2.1 Concrete floor 123
6.6.2.2 Steel structure 123
6.6.3 Removing the lifting equipment 123
6.6.4 Control cubicle 124
6.6.4.1 Lifting the control cubicle 124
6.6.4.2 Attaching the crane hook 125
6.6.4.3 Separating the control cubicle from the pole frame 126
6.6.5 Securing the control cubicle 127
6.6.5.1 Concrete floor 127
6.6.5.2 Steel structure 127
6.6.6 Removing the lifting equipment 127
6.7 Connection zone 128
6.7.1 Connecting the IPB 130
6.7.1.1 Enclosure 131
6.7.1.2 Flexible connections 132
6.7.1.3 Mounting the flexible connections 133
6.8 Protective earthing 134
6.9 Cabling 135
6.10 Completion of erection work 136
6.11 Request for commissioning 137
6.11.1 High voltage test 138

7 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
7.1 Introduction 139
7.1.1 Safety instructions 139
7.1.2 Target group 141
7.2 Operating modes 141
7.3 SDM drive 142
7.3.1 Normal operation 142
7.3.2 Using the control panel 143
7.3.2.1 Enabling the operating panel for operation 144
7.3.2.2 Setting the drive modes 144
7.3.2.3 Hand crank operation 146
7.3.2.4 Locking a switching element 147
7.3.2.5 Unlocking a switching element 148
7.3.2.6 Returning to normal operation 148
7.4 Control cubicle 149
7.4.1 REMOTE operating mode 149
7.4.2 Using the control panel 149

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7.4.2.1 Access to the control panel 150

7.4.2.2 Switching operating mode on the control cubicle 150
7.4.2.3 Performing a LAMP TEST 150
7.4.2.4 Operation in LOCAL operating mode 150
7.4.2.5 Returning to REMOTE operating mode 151
7.5 Fault recognition 152
7.5.1 Gas equipment 152
7.5.2 Hydraulic spring operating mechanism 153
7.5.3 Temperature monitoring switch 153
7.5.4 SDM drives 154

8 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
8.1 Introduction 155
8.1.1 Safety instructions 155
8.1.2 Target group 155
8.2 Maintenance concept 156
8.2.1 Targets of maintenance 156
8.3 Maintenance chart 157
8.3.1 Status signals 158
8.3.2 Scheduled maintenance 160
8.3.2.1 Analysing tasks 160
8.3.2.2 Overhaul criteria 160
8.3.2.3 Overhaul tasks 161
8.3.2.4 End of product life cycle 161
8.3.3 Administrative tasks 162
8.3.3.1 Organising overhaul 162
8.4 Maintenance plan 163
8.4.1 Adapting time intervals 164
8.5 Periodic checks 166
8.5.1 Supervisory tasks 167
8.5.2 Routine checks 168
8.5.2.1 Check gas density 169
8.5.2.2 Check oil level 170
8.5.3 Functional checks 171
8.5.3.1 Check function 171
8.5.3.2 Check functional reliability 172
8.6 Customised services 173
8.6.1 Verification measurements 174
8.6.1.1 Travel measurement vs. time 174
8.6.1.2 Dynamic resistance measurement 175
8.6.2 Extended functional checks 176
8.6.2.1 Gas equipment 176

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8.6.2.2 Hydraulic spring operating mechanism 176

8.7 Overhaul information 177
8.7.1 Mechanical lifetime 178
8.7.2 Electrical lifetime 179
8.7.2.1 Opening operations of circuit-breaker 179
8.7.2.2 Closing operations of circuit-breaker 184
8.7.2.3 Earthing switch with motor operated short-circuiting connection 185
8.7.3 Overhaul packages 185
8.7.3.1 Mechanical overhaul 185
8.7.3.2 Electrical overhaul 186
8.7.3.3 Time based overhaul 186

9 Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
9.1 Introduction 187
9.1.1 Safety instructions 187
9.2 Preconditions 187
9.3 Basic information 188
9.3.1 Purpose and selection of the packaging 188
9.3.2 Markings of the packaging 189
9.3.3 Temporary corrosion protection 190
9.3.4 Securing and padding 191
9.3.5 Boxes and crates 191
9.3.6 Hazardous goods 191
9.4 Packing the product 192
9.4.1 Preparation 192
9.4.2 Packing 193
9.4.3 Packing the lifting equipment 196

10 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
10.1 Introduction 197
10.1.1 Safety instructions 197
10.1.2 Target group 197
10.2 Storage conditions 198
10.2.1 Storage method 198
10.2.2 Storage period 198
10.2.3 Space requirements 198
10.2.4 Physical conditions 198
10.2.5 Danger information 199
10.2.6 Identification 199
10.3 Maintenance during storage 199

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10.4 Re-commissioning after storage 199

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11.1 Introduction 201
11.1.1 Safety instructions 201
11.1.1.1 Manufacturer's lifting equipment 202
11.1.2 Target group 202
11.2 Transport with packaging 203
11.3 Transport without packaging 203

12 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
12.1 Introduction 205
12.1.1 Safety instructions 205
12.1.2 Target group 205
12.2 Preconditions 206
12.3 Recycling and disposal 206
12.3.1 Oil 206
12.3.2 SF6 gas 207
12.3.3 Acids 207
12.3.4 Working fluid 207
12.3.5 Paper 207
12.3.6 Cardboard 208
12.3.7 Wood 208
12.3.8 Plastic 208
12.3.9 Polystyrene 208
12.3.10 Metals 208
12.4 Standardised disposal assemblies 209
12.4.1 Dismantling 209
12.4.2 Intermediate storage 209
12.5 Disposal depots, authorities 209
12.5.1 Return to manufacturer 209
12.5.2 Notification of authorities 209
12.5.3 Notification of manufacturer 209

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Manufacturer and customer support

1 General
This section is addressed to all target groups and contains general and
introductory information about the manufacturer and this document.

1.1 Manufacturer and customer support

1.1.1 Manufacturer
ABB Switzerland Ltd., High Voltage Products, hereafter named
manufacturer. The address follows hereafter and is mentioned additionally on
the last page of this document.
ABB Switzerland Ltd.
High Voltage Products, High Current Systems
Brown-Boveri-Strasse 5
CH-8050 Zurich / Switzerland
www.abb.ch

1.1.2 Customer support

If you need to contact the manufacturer‘s customer support you will need
additional information about the product at your premises:
– Section 2.2 Product data, page 26

24 hours call centre +41 (0)844 845 845

Service fax +41 (0)58 588 18 22
Service mail [email protected]

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Target groups

1.2 Target groups

The operation and handling of the product:
• has to be carried out by certified technicians
• has to be carried out under observance of the valid standards and
national directives
The plant officer / operating company is responsible for the assignment of
certified and skilled technicians and the observance of all valid standards.
This document addresses plant officers / operating companies, certified and
skilled technicians respectively.
It is incumbent on the plant officers / operating companies, to prompt further
measures for the operation and handling of the product.

1.2.1 Definition
Plant officer / A person and / or company respectively who is authorised to bear the direct
operating responsibility for the operation of the plant. If necessary, some obligations as
company a consequence of this responsibility may be assigned to other persons.

Work officer A person who is authorised to bear the direct responsibility for the work. If
necessary; some obligations as a consequence of this responsibility may be
assigned to other persons.

Certified technician A person who has been trained at the manufacturer's premises for the
respective type of the product and which has obtained a certificate after the
successful finishing of the training. Certified technicians are trained and
audited at regular intervals by the manufacturer.
The manufacturer offers appropriate training modules for the various possible
works on the product. The certified technicians are:
• operator
• certified commissioner
• certified overhauler
• certified supervisor
See summary in Tab. 1-1 Overview training modules, page 15.

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Skilled technician A person with suitable technical training, knowledge and experience,
enabling the person to recognise and avoid dangers arising from the product.

Instructed labourer A person who has been sufficiently trained by skilled technicians, in order to
avoid dangers arising from the product.

Layperson A person who does not belong to one of the above groups and who has not
been trained to avoid dangers arising from the product.

1.2.2 Training modules

The following training modules are available:

Modules and Certificate Qualification per training module

qualification as and product type

Operator Confirmation of Can assume control from the main control desk
participation in a course and from local and is able to carry out
maintenance work as defined in this document.

Commissioner Certificate “Commissioner” After an assigned number of commissionings

valid for 24 months performed under survey of a supervisor, the
commissioner can perform further commissionings
in own responsibility.

Overhauler Certificate “Overhauler” After an assigned number of revisions performed

valid for 24 months under survey of a supervisor, the overhauler can
perform further revisions and re-commissionings
in own responsibility.

Supervisor Certificate “Commissioner” Possesses “Commissioner” and / or “Overhauler”

and / or “Overhauler” with certificate with 5 years experience. Can supervise
5 years experience and advise “Commissioner” and / or “Overhauler”.
Tab. 1-1 Overview training modules

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1.3 Document
This document gives information about the product and provides safety
instructions for persons, product and environment. Plant specific executions
of the product are not described herein:
– Section 1.3.6 Additional documents, page 21.

1.3.1 Identification
Title, product, and product type are shown in the header:
– Title Operating Manual
– Product Circuit-Breaker System
– Type HECS -130XXLp
The document identification is shown in the footer:
– Document ID 1HC0062621
– Revision index AA
– Language E01 en

1.3.2 Validity
The document is valid for the described product at the date of delivery.

1.3.3 Purpose
The document describes the product. The document is an aid for the target
groups addressed in the itemised sections. It is not a substitute for the
training on the product.
The document shall enable the target group:
– to plan the work and the deployment of manpower
– to perform work safely and properly
The document must be read and understood by the addressed target groups.

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1.3.4 Contents overview

The sections in the document are structured according to the life cycle of the
product during its utilisation. Each section is assigned to certain target
groups. The addressed target groups are mentioned at the beginning of the
section.

Section title Content

General General and introductory information about the

manufacturer, target group and document

Product description General introductory information about the

product, equipment options and product data

Safety instructions Summary of the general valid safety regulations

Design and function Information about the product, its design and
function

Operating and Operating modes and basics on the operating and

indicating elements indicating elements

Erection Information for first-time erection

Operation Operating modes and fault signals are described.

Maintenance Maintenance schedule and maintenance work are

described, by indicating which activities are due at
which intervals

Packaging Basics on packaging

Storage Basics on storage

Transport Basics on transportation

Disposal Basics on disposal

Tab. 1-2 Contents overview

The following stages of the product life cycle are supervised by certified
commissioners, overhaulers or supervisors and are not covered by this
document:
– commissioning
– service
– overhaul
– decommissioning

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1.3.5 Presentation conventions

1.3.5.1 Orientation guide

The header gives text elements, which shall assist the user as an orientation
when reading.
The header shows at the inside margin:
– document title
– product name and type
The header shows at the outside margin:
– section, level 1
– section, level 2
The footer shows, read from inside to outside margin:
– ABB wordmark®
– document identification, revision index and language code
– page number

1.3.5.2 Text elements

Continuous text, lists and action sequences are considered text elements.

Lists
Lists are marked with bullets or dashes. Items of the list placed on the same
level are of equal importance.
Example: Section 1.3.5.1 Orientation guide, page 18.

Action sequences
Action sequences describe the procedures to perform complex tasks, for
example in maintenance. An action sequence typically comprises a group of
single action steps, help for orientation, and intermediate information. The
individual steps of an action sequence are numbered. An action step may be
composed of handling procedures.

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Reading and understanding action sequences

An introduction may give an orientation prior to action steps that are to
be carried out.
1. First action step
Result of the action step
– or –
Orientation prior to the next action step to be carried out.
2. Second action step consisting of:
a) Handling procedure a)
b) Handling procedure b)
3. Third action step
Record the tasks carried out in the maintenance report form.

Fig. 1-1 Example of an action sequence

1.3.5.3 Cross references and markups

The document contains cross references. Cross references are marked blue
and are visible in colour print and on screen. In electronic documents, e. g. in
the file format “pdf”, the target of a cross reference can be accessed by
clicking the cross reference with the mouse key. The following types of cross
references are used:
– Section 1 General, page 13 refers to a main or sub-section within the
document starting on the indicated page.
– Fig. 1-1 Example of an action sequence, page 19 or Fig. 1-1, page 19
refers to an image or figure. “Fig.” stands for figure.
– Tab. 1-2 Contents overview, page 17 or Tab. 1-2, page 17 refers to
information represented in tabular form. “Tab.” stands for table.

1.3.5.4 Illustrations
Illustrations are commented in legends following the illustration. Illustrations
are not to scale.

1.3.5.5 Values and units

Values above 1000 are displayed without dividers for thousands. A dot “.” is
used as the decimal point.
Units are presented according to the International System of Units, SI. Base
units, their multiples or sub-units are used.

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1.3.5.6 Residual risks and safety instructions

Despite technical and design measures, residual risks remain which are not
shown on the product. These residual risks are pointed out in this document.
Safety instructions are placed above the description of the relevant situation.
A symbol associated with a signal word classifies the residual risk.
Each safety instruction contains:
– a brief description of the residual risk
– instructions to avoid the risk
The following classes of safety instructions are distinguished:

CAUTION
The symbol shown on the left with the signal word CAUTION is used to
indicate a general hazardous situation which may cause damage to
property.

WARNING
The symbol shown on the left with the signal word WARNING is used to
indicate a general hazard that may cause injuries and damage to property.

DANGER
The symbol shown on the left with the signal word DANGER is used to
indicate an imminent hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury and damage to property.

ENVIRONMENT
The symbol shown on the left with the signal word ENVIRONMENT is used
to indicate a potential environmental hazard.

1.3.5.7 Helpful or important information

NOTE
The symbol on the left with the signal word NOTE points out helpful or
important information.

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1.3.6 Additional documents

There are separate documents for the individual modules of the product.
• Circuit-breaker system HECS -130XXLp
• Hydraulic spring operating mechanism

NOTE
There are differences between some instructions given in this document
and corresponding instructions in the document for the hydraulic spring
operating mechanism. The differences particularly concern the intervals of
scheduled maintenance.
• The instructions given in this document override the instructions in the
document for the hydraulic spring operating mechanism.

1.3.6.1 Plant specific documents

NOTE
Plant specific information is not covered by this document. Details of the
specific product installed are covered by plant specific documents. Refer to
the plant officer / operating company for these documents:
• list of plant specific documents
• outline drawings
• control schematic, typically including:
– mimic diagram
– interlocking diagram
– wiring diagram
– interface description
– list of components and devices
• test reports
• packing list and transport instructions

1.3.6.2 Safekeeping of documents

The plant officer / operating company is bound to have the necessary
documents and documentation readily available in close vicinity of the
product.

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Trademarks

1.4 Trademarks
The company and brand names mentioned in this document, as well as the
product and type designations are property of the particular holder and are
subject to protection by company, brand, and patent and competition laws.

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2 Product description
This section is addressed to all target groups.

2.1 Introduction
This section contains technical data of the product:
• Circuit-breaker system HECS -130XXLp

NOTE
The plant specific layout and the plant specific documents are decisive for
the product. See Section 1.3.6.1 Plant specific documents, page 21.

Fig. 2-1 Circuit-breaker system HECS -130XXLp

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2.1.1 Intended use

The product has to be used solely within high current applications, such as
power plants in the area as agreed upon.
The product has to be operated and maintained within the limits as set out
throughout this document. It is not allowed to modify the product.
All other use without previous written consent by means of a special technical
release by the manufacturer is considered as misuse.

2.1.2 Conformity and safety

The product has been designed and assembled by the manufacturer
according to state-of-the-art technology. The product consists of enclosed
units. The units are considered touch proof regarding the live components.
Health and safety concerns – as governed by laws, ordinances, and
directives – have been taken into consideration, in particular in the area of:
• fire hazards
• gas emissions
• noise emissions
• electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
More details on specific safety measures can be found in Section 3 Safety
instructions, page 47 and in the other relevant sections of this document.
The ruling applicable international standards for performance, conformity,
and safety of the product, assemblies and components are listed below:
– IEC 60044-1
– IEC 60044-2
– IEC 60099-4
– IEC 60358
– IEC 60376
– IEC 60480
– IEC 60529
– IEC 62271-1
– IEC 62271-100
– IEC 62271-102
– IEEE C37.013
– IEEE C57.13
– IEEE C62.11
– PED 97/23EG

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2.1.3 Product designation

Fig. 2-2 Designations on a HECS -130XXLp circuit-breaker system

1 Manufacturer logo
2 Product name and type
3 Rating plate

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2.2 Product data

NOTE
The applicable technical data of the product are indicated on the rating
plate. Whenever you contact the customer support you will be asked for
additional information about the specific product.
1. Copy the relevant data into the table below to have them available
whenever needed.

Product Data rating plate

Name

Type

Year

ABB Order no.

Serial number(s) HA-...

Tab. 2-1 Product data according to rating plate

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2.2.1 Dimensions
For data of dimensions see:
– Section 1.3.6.1 Plant specific documents, page 21

2 3

Fig. 2-3 Circuit-breaker system HECS -130XXLp, front and side view
1 Depth
2 Height of control cubicle
3 Total height
4 Width

2.2.2 Weights
Total weight can be taken from the rating plate. Additional data on weights
are contained in the shipping / transportation documents:
– Section 1.3.6.1 Plant specific documents, page 21.

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2.3 Performance characteristics and technical data

Hereafter, only the key data of the product are given. The actual plant specific
data have to be taken from the rating plate on the product.

2.3.1 Circuit-breaker system

Rated frequency 50/60 Hz
Rated normal current at 40 °C
With cooling system:
at 50 Hz rated frequency 23.0 kA
at 60 Hz rated frequency 22.0 kA
In case of failure of cooling system:
at 50 Hz rated frequency 13.5 kA
at 60 Hz rated frequency 13.0 kA
Rated voltage 25.3 kV
Rated short-duration
power-frequency withstand voltage 80 kV
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage 150 kV peak
Rated short-time withstand current 130 kA
Rated peak withstand current 360 kA peak
Rated duration of short-circuit 3 s
Insulating medium air
Pressure atmospheric

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2.3.1.1 Circuit-breaker
Technical data according to IEEE C37.013.
Serial number, refer to the rating plate HA ....-..
Rated frequency 50/60 Hz
Rated normal current at 40 °C
With cooling system:
at 50 Hz rated frequency 23.0 kA
at 60 Hz rated frequency 22.0 kA
In case of failure of cooling system:
at 50 Hz rated frequency 13.5 kA
at 60 Hz rated frequency 13.0 kA
Rated voltage 25.3 kV
Rated short-duration
power-frequency withstand voltage 80 kV
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage 150 kV peak
Rated short-circuit current, symmetrical 130 kA
DC component 75 %
Rated short-time withstand current 130 kA
Rated peak withstand current 360 kA peak
Rated duration of short-circuit 3 s
Assigned out-of-phase switching current 65 kA
Rated interrupting time ≤ 67 ms
Insulating and quenching medium SF6 gas
Operating mechanism of circuit-breaker:
– Section 2.3.1.3 Hydraulic spring operating mechanism, page 31

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2.3.1.2 Gas and gas equipment

Gas
Technical data according to IEC 60376 and IEC 60480.
Insulating and quenching medium SF6 gas
Quantity per phase 3.7 kg
Quantity per 3 phases 11 kg
Density settings for operation and insulation:
Rated filling density 40.7 kg / m3
Alarm density 36.1 kg / m3
Minimum functional density 34.7 kg / m3
Corresponding pressure settings for operation and insulation at 20 °C:
Rated filling pressure 620 kPa (abs)
Alarm pressure 560 kPa (abs)
Minimum functional pressure 540 kPa (abs)

Density monitoring switch

Three micro switches, factory-set at dropping density, must be used to
generate the following signals:

Micro switch Signal Signal name

Number 1 Density fallen below REFILL SF6

alarm density

Number 2 Density fallen below BLOCKING CLOSE / TRIP 1

minimum functional density

Number 3 Density fallen below BLOCKING TRIP 2

minimum functional density

Density indicator
The density indicator enables to verify the density values.

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2.3.1.3 Hydraulic spring operating mechanism

Type HMB 4.5
Serial number, refer to the rating plate HA ....-..
Trip coils, variant 1:
Rated voltage 125 V DC
Resistance 36 Ω
Motor, variant 1:
Rated voltage 125 V DC
Peak current 30 A peak
Operating current 6 A
Trip coils, variant 2:
Rated voltage 250 V DC
Resistance 154 Ω
Motor, variant 2:
Rated voltage 250 V DC
Peak current 20 A peak
Operating current 3 A
See Section 1.3.6 Additional documents, page 21.

Signals
The following micro switches must be evaluated for switchgear interlocking:

Spring travel Signal Signal name

S1 (23 - 24) Spring travel of the disc springs BLOCKING C

below closing threshold

S1 (03 - 04) Spring travel of the disc springs BLOCKING O

below opening threshold TRIP 1

S1 (13 - 14) Spring travel of the disc springs BLOCKING O

below opening threshold TRIP 2

Auxiliary switch Signal Signal name

S0 (01 - 02) Circuit-breaker: OPEN

switching position OPEN

S0 (03 - 04) Circuit-breaker: CLOSE

switching position CLOSE TRIP 1

S0 (13 - 14) Circuit-breaker: CLOSE

switching position CLOSE TRIP 2

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2.3.1.4 Disconnector
Technical data according to IEC 62271-102.
Serial number, refer to the rating plate HA ....-..
Rated frequency 50/60 Hz
Rated normal current at 40 °C
With cooling system:
at 50 Hz rated frequency 23.0 kA
at 60 Hz rated frequency 22.0 kA
In case of failure of cooling system:
at 50 Hz rated frequency 13.5 kA
at 60 Hz rated frequency 13.0 kA
Rated voltage 36 kV
Rated short-duration power-frequency withstand voltage,
common value 80 kV
Rated short-duration power-frequency withstand voltage,
across the isolating distance 88 kV
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage,
common value 150 kV peak
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage,
across the isolating distance 165 kV peak
Rated short-time withstand current 130 kA
Rated peak withstand current 360 kA peak
Rated duration of short-circuit 3 s
Insulating medium air
Pressure atmospheric
Electrical switching capability none
Drive of disconnector:
– Section 2.3.1.5 SDM drive, page 33

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2.3.1.5 SDM drive

Type HF 710 4 B5

Layout 3 phase asynchronous motor

Technical data Rated frequency 50 / 60 Hz

Rated voltage 400 V AC
Peak current 20 A peak
Operating current 2 A
Operating time 2 s

2.3.1.6 Heat pipe

Technical data according to PED 97/23EG.
Maximum pressure inside cooler (at 105 °C) 360 kPa (abs)
Cooling capacity per phase 1500 W
Max. total thermal resistance per phase 100 mK / W

Working fluid
Hydrofluorether HFE
Reservations from conventions and legislation none
Flammability none
Chemical stability over product lifetime
decomposition negligible
Classification according to PED 97/23EG
group 2, non-dangerous substance

2.3.1.7 Temperature monitoring switch

Serially-arranged temperature sensors with micro switches are used to
generate the following signals if the temperature is above its setpoint.

Signal Signal name

Phase 1: Temperature above setpoint TEMPERATURE TOO HIGH, PHASE 1

Phase 2: Temperature above setpoint TEMPERATURE TOO HIGH, PHASE 2

Phase 3: Temperature above setpoint TEMPERATURE TOO HIGH, PHASE 3

The temperature sensors are factory-set at increasing temperature.

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2.3.1.8 Control cubicle

The control cubicle is equipped with standard units for electric and electronic
control and monitoring of the switching elements. For connective wiring
standard interface connection units are provided.

2.3.1.9 Earthing switch – optional

Technical data according to IEC 62271-102.
Serial number, refer to the rating plate HA ....-..
Rated frequency 50/60 Hz
Rated voltage 36 kV
Rated short-duration
power-frequency withstand voltage 80 kV
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage 150 kV peak
Rated short-time withstand current, 130 kA
Rated peak withstand current 360 kA peak
Rated duration of short-circuit 1 s
Insulating medium air
Pressure atmospheric
Electrical switching capability none
Drive of earthing switch:
– Section 2.3.1.5 SDM drive, page 33

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2.3.1.10 Earthing switch with motor operated short-circuiting

connection – optional
Technical data according to IEC 62271-102.
Serial number, refer to the rating plate HA ....-..
Rated frequency 50/60 Hz
Rated normal current at 40 °C 2.5 kA
Short-time current, 5 min 4.0 kA
Rated voltage 36 kV
Rated short-duration
power-frequency withstand voltage 80 kV
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage 150 kV peak
Rated short-duration power-frequency withstand voltage
during operation as short-circuiting connection 2.5 kV
Rated short-time withstand current, 130 kA
Rated peak withstand current 360 kA peak
Rated duration of short-circuit 1 s
Insulating medium air
Pressure atmospheric
Maximum temperature of short-circuiting connection 200 °C
Breaking capability at 0.5 Hz and 10 V 100 A
Making capability at 0.5 Hz and 10 V 5250 A
Breaking capability at rated frequency and 500 V 100 A
Making capability at rated frequency and 500 V 5250 A
Drive of earthing switch with motor operated short-circuiting connection:
– Section 2.3.1.5 SDM drive, page 33

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2.3.2 Components

2.3.2.1 Capacitor

Type BIORIPHASO, TF AT 0.13/36

Layout Aluminium foil / polypropylene film.

Technical data Ratings according to IEC 60358.

Rated capacitance 130 nF
Rated voltage 36 kV
Rated short-duration
power-frequency withstand voltage 80 kV
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage 150 kV peak

2.3.2.2 Current transformer – optional

Type IORAZN

Layout Primary winding: Main conductor of product.

Secondary winding: Ring core current transformer with a maximum of three
cores.

Technical data Ratings according to IEC 60044-1 and / or IEEE C57.13.

Rated insulation level for primary winding:
Highest voltage for equipment 36 kV
Rated short-duration
power-frequency withstand voltage 80 kV
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage 150 kV peak

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2.3.2.3 Voltage transformer – optional

Types Without fuse EPR 20Z, EPR 20ZA, EPR 30Z

With fuse EPR 20FB

Layout Inductive voltage transformer with a maximum of two secondary windings

Technical data Ratings according to IEC 60044-2 and / or IEEE C57.13.

Rated insulation level for types EPR 20Z, EPR 20ZA, EPR 20FB:
Highest system voltage 24 kV
Max. rated short-duration
power-frequency withstand voltage 60 kV
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage 125 kV peak
Rated insulation level for type EPR 30Z:
Highest system voltage 36 kV
Max. rated short-duration
power-frequency withstand voltage 80 kV
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage 150 kV peak

2.3.2.4 Surge arrester – optional

Types Polim-H..N

Layout Metal-oxide surge arrester with silicon housing

Technical data Ratings according to IEC 60099-4 and / or IEEE C62.11.

Nominal discharge current In (8 / 20 μs) 20 kA
High current impulse Ihc (4 / 10 μs) 100 kA
Energy absorption capacity 13.3 kJ / kVUc
Long duration current impulse (2 ms) 1350 A
Rating ranges:
Continuous operating voltage Uc 4 – 36 kV
Rated voltage Ur 5 – 45 kV
Residual voltage at In 13 – 115 kV

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2.4 Power supply, interfaces, connections

See Section 1.3.6.1 Plant specific documents, page 21.

2.4.1 Control cubicle

Power supply
• Power supply for the control cubicle is provided by the operating
company.
Interfaces
• The control cubicle is equipped with terminal blocks as interfaces for
direct wiring.
Connections
• The control cubicle is connected to the main control desk.
• According to the plant specific configuration it is connected to the
following elements of the product:
– Density monitoring switch
– Hydraulic spring operating mechanism
– SDM drives
– Components:
– Current transformers
– Voltage transformers

2.4.2 Density monitoring switch

Power supply
• The control circuits are supplied by the control cubicle.
Connections
• Multicore, screened cable

2.4.3 Hydraulic spring operating mechanism

Power supply
• The pump motor and the control circuits are supplied by the control
cubicle.
Connections
• Multicore, screened cables with plug connectors.

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2.4.4 SDM drives

Power supply
• Motor and control circuits are supplied by the control cubicle.
Connections
• Multicore, screened cable with plug connector.

2.4.5 Components
Components must be connected in accordance with the plant specific
documents.

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2.5 Ambient conditions

2.5.1 Indoor installation

The operating conditions comply with indoor installation of switchgear and
controlgear according to IEC 62271-1.
Ambient air temperature without reduction of rated normal current,
without SF6-heaters - 25…+ 40 °C
with SF6-heaters - 40…+ 40 °C
Maximum ambient air temperature
with reduction of rated normal current + 50 °C
Maximum altitude above sea level
without reduction of insulating levels 1000 m
Air pollution according to IEC 60815:
I - Light, II - Medium, III - Heavy, IV - Very Heavy I
with special technical release: II, III, IV
Relative humidity
monthly average ≤ 90 %
24 hours average ≤ 95 %

2.5.2 Outdoor installation

The operating conditions comply with outdoor installation of switchgear and
controlgear according to IEC 62271-1.
Ambient air temperature without reduction of rated normal current,
without SF6-heaters - 25…+ 40 °C
with SF6-heaters - 40…+ 40 °C
Maximum ambient air temperature
with reduction of rated normal current + 50 °C
maximum solar radiation
with reduction of rated normal current 1000 W / m2
Maximum altitude above sea level
without reduction of insulating levels 1000 m
Air pollution according to IEC 60815:
I - Light, II - Medium, III - Heavy, IV - Very Heavy II
with special technical release: III, IV
Maximum ice coating 20 mm
Maximum wind speed 50 m/s
Maximum snow load 2.7 kPa

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2.5.3 Seismic qualification

Classification on the basis of the guides for seismic qualification of high
voltage alternating current circuit-breakers, IEC 61166 and IEC 62271-2:
Qualification level AF5

2.5.4 During storage

Corrosion protection must be considered, see Section 9.3.3 Temporary
corrosion protection, page 190.
Maximum ambient air temperature + 80 °C
Minimum ambient air temperature - 50 °C
Packed, see Section 9 Packaging, page 187
Relative humidity ≤ 100 %
Unpacked
Relative humidity
monthly average ≤ 90 %
24 hours average ≤ 95 %
Air pollution according to IEC 60815:
I - Light, II - Medium, III - Heavy, IV - Very Heavy
indoor installation I
with special technical release II, III, IV
outdoor installation II
with special technical release III, IV

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2.5.5 During transport

Corrosion protection must be considered, see Section 9.3.3 Temporary
corrosion protection, page 190.
Maximum ambient air temperature + 80 °C
Minimum ambient air temperature - 50 °C
Packed, see Section 9 Packaging, page 187
Relative humidity ≤ 100 %
Acceleration
value ≤ 150 m / s2
duration ≤ 10 ms
Unpacked
Relative humidity
monthly average ≤ 90 %
24 hours average ≤ 95 %
Air pollution according to IEC 60815:
I - Light, II - Medium, III - Heavy, IV - Very Heavy
indoor installation I
with special technical release II, III, IV
outdoor installation II
with special technical release III, IV
Acceleration
value ≤ 50 m / s2
duration ≤ 10 ms

2.5.6 Gas containers

Containers are used for storage and transportation of SF6 gas. It is the
responsibility of the SF6 supplier to provide gas in appropriate containers,
according to local regulations and international transport regulations.
The mass of SF6 content has to be stated on each container.
1. Observe the supplier’s safety data sheets and safety instructions.

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2.6 Resistivity

2.6.1 Protection class

Degree of protection according to IEC 60529:
Protection class:
Enclosure of the product IP 65
Control cubicle IP 55
Hydraulic spring operating mechanism IP 54
SDM drive IP 54
Temperature monitoring IP 54

2.6.2 Immissions
Connection of additional electrical elements in the grid of the operating
company may influence the performance of the product.
Please contact the manufacturer for feasibility and clarification. Any
connection of additional elements requires a special technical release by the
manufacturer.
For further information refer to:
– Section 1.3.6 Additional documents, page 21
– Section 2.1.2 Conformity and safety, page 24
– Section 2.5 Ambient conditions, page 40

2.6.3 Emissions
With regard to emissions, please refer to
– Section 1.3.6 Additional documents, page 21
– Section 2.1.2 Conformity and safety, page 24

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2.7 Scope of delivery

Quantity and type of equipment vary in accordance with plant specific
configuration.
– Section 6.2.2.1 Standard accessories, page 111
– Section 1.3.6.1 Plant specific documents, page 21

Equipment of the product

Maximum permissible number of individual assemblies and components:
– Tab. 2-2 Possible equipment options, page 45
If surge arresters are built-in, the possible number of voltage transformers
varies:
– Tab. 2-3 Combinations of surge arresters and voltage transformers,
page 46

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Assemblies, components per circuit-breaker system per phase

Circuit-breaker 1

Hydraulic spring operating mechanism HMB 4.5 1

Disconnector 1

Heat pipes 6

Temperature monitoring switches 3

Control cubicle 1

Earthing switches a 0–2

SDM drives 1–4

Capacitors

– Type BIORIPHASO/TF AT 0.13/36 2

Current transformers

– Type IORAZN 0–2

Voltage transformers b, c

– Type EPR 20Z 0–6

– Type EPR 20ZA 0–6

– Type EPR 20FB with fuse 0–4

– Type EPR 30Z 0–4

Surge arresters b

– Type Polim H..N 0–2

Flexible connections 2
Tab. 2-2 Possible equipment options

a: As a variant, earthing switch Q81 on the generator-side of the product can be replaced by an earthing
switch with short-circuiting connection.
b: If surge arresters are built-in, the possible number of voltage transformers varies according to Tab. 2-3
Combinations of surge arresters and voltage transformers, page 46.
c: Voltage transformers are always of one type within a circuit-breaker system.

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Quantity per phase Voltage transformers of type

Surge arresters EPR 20Z EPR 20ZA EPR 20FB EPR 30Z
with fuse

1 0–5 0–5 0–3 0–3

2 0–4 0–4 0–2 0–2

Tab. 2-3 Combinations of surge arresters and voltage transformers

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3 Safety instructions
This section is addressed to all target groups. The safety instructions must be
read and understood by all target groups.

3.1 Introduction
This section contains a summary of the safety instructions. Further safety
instructions are assigned to the sections, where they are applicable in the
respective context.

NOTE
Observe safety standards
Legislatory regulations, international standards and the guidelines of the
plant officer / operating company regarding work safety and accident
prevention also apply.

3.2 Product safety

The production of the product complies with valid international standards,
dangerous situations might nevertheless arise. The product must only be
used in a faultless condition, under consideration of the plant specific
documents.
Operation and operating of the product must be carried out by certified
technicians.
Refer also to:
– Section 1.2 Target groups, page 14.
– Section 1.3.6 Additional documents, page 21.
– Section 2.1.1 Intended use, page 24.
– Section 2.1.2 Conformity and safety, page 24.
– Section 3.7 Obligations of the plant officer / operating company, page 61.

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3.3 Product protection

CAUTION
Keep off the equipment
The equipment or parts thereof may be damaged by your weight.
1. Do not step on protruding parts of the equipment.
2. Do not step on any components inside the enclosure.

CAUTION
Do not operate the circuit-breaker with insufficient SF6 gas filling
density
In addition to insulating and quenching functions an adequate gas density is
necessary to absorb mechanical forces. Operations with insufficient gas
filling density damages the mechanics of the circuit-breaker even if no
currents are switched.
1. Only operate the circuit-breaker if the filling density of SF6 gas is in the
range GREEN, see Section 5.2.1 Density indicator SF6, page 94.

CAUTION
Protect the product against pollutants and moisture
Pollutants and moisture might damage the product.
1. Do not expose the product to environmental conditions incompatible
with those specified in Section 2.5 Ambient conditions, page 40.
2. Do not unpack the product unless adequate environmental conditions
can permanently be provided.
3. Pack the product if it is already unpacked and adequate environmental
conditions cannot permanently be provided,
see Section 9 Packaging, page 187.

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3.4 Product safety signs

3.4.1 Protective earth sign

The sign for protective earth connection indicates possible earthing points.
The following earthing points are marked:
• two earthing points on the pole frame
• two earthing points on the control cubicle
Correct earthing of the product:
• 2 earthing points are marked on the control cubicle. Only 1 must be
connected to earth.
• 2 earthing points are marked on the pole frame. Only 1 must be
connected to earth.
Both, the pole frame and the control cubicle must be earthed separately.

1 2

1 2

Fig. 3-1 Possible protective earth connections

1 Protective earth signs on the control cubicle
2 Protective earth signs on the pole frame

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3.4.2 Warning signs

3.4.2.1 Hazardous voltages

DANGER
Electrocution
High voltage symbols indicate that hazardous voltages are present inside of
the product enclosure. If parts of the enclosure are opened or removed,
electric flashover to personnel and objects may lead to death.
1. Do not open or remove any parts of the enclosure:
– if the generator side is energised
– if the transformer side is energised
– if the product is in operation

Fig. 3-2 Hazardous voltages

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3.4.2.2 Remove maintenance lever

The maintenance lever can be used to manually actuate the circuit-breaker
for maintenance purposes. The lever must not be used during operation.
The label is also attached to the pole frame.

DANGER
Loss of life – by explosion of the interrupting chambers
Using the maintenance lever during operation may lead to death or
severe injuries.

1HC0061421R0826
1HC0061421R0826
To avoid danger:
1. The maintenance lever must be used only by certified
technicians and for maintenance purposes.
2. Remove the maintenance lever immediately after each use.

DANGER
Loss of life – by explosion of the interrupting chambers
Using the maintenance lever during operation may lead to death or
severe injuries.

1HC0061421R0826
To avoid danger:
1. The maintenance lever must be used only by certified
technicians and for maintenance purposes.
2. Remove the maintenance lever immediately after each use.

Fig. 3-3 Label “Remove maintenance lever”

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3.5 Hazard areas

The extent of hazard areas varies during the product life cycle according to:
• the respective location of the product,
• the energisation status of the product.
Hazard areas are not only defined by their dimensions but also by the life
cycle itself, e. g. hazard areas during operation differ from hazard areas
during maintenance.
During operation the operating linkages underneath the pole frame might
switch at any time.
During operation protective covers must not be removed. Special attention
must be paid to following parts:
• product enclosures
• cover of the hydraulic spring operating mechanism
• covers of the SDM drives

3.5.1 Product specific hazards

The following table summarises the existing hazards during the product life
cycle. Non-observance of the hazards may cause harms covering the range
from small injuries to explosion.
Due to plant specific conditions the resultant risks cannot generally be
specified and the risks may vary from plant to plant.

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Hazard Target group

Plant officer / Operating company

Residual hazards during product
life cycle

Commissioner
Electric shock
Electrocution

Temperature

Suffocation

Overhauler

Supervisor
Explosion

Operator
Bruises
Noise
General x x x x x

Product description x x x x x

Safety instructions x x x x x

Design and Function x x x x x

Operating and indicating elements x x x x x

Erection x x x x

Commissioning x x x x x x x x x x

Operation x x x x x x x x x x x

Maintenance x x x x x x x x x x x

Overhaul x x x x x x x x x

Packaging x x

Storage x x

Transport x x

Decommissioning x x x x x x x x

Disposal x x
Tab. 3-1 Residual hazards during product life cycle and respective target groups addressed

Documentation of the individual phases of the product life cycle is addressed

to target groups with special training and product knowledge.
Reading and understanding the corresponding documents by the respective
target groups effectively reduces the resultant risk.
To avoid or reduce each individual hazard there are basic and easy to follow
safety rules described below.

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DANGER
Electrocution – power installation
Hazardous voltages are present inside of the product enclosure. Electric
flashover to personnel and objects may lead to death.
1. Do not open or remove any parts of the enclosure:
– if the generator side is energised
– if the transformer side is energised
– if the product is in operation
2. Prerequisites to open the enclosure:
– generator disconnected or shut down
– transformer disconnected or earthed
– busbars earthed
– power supply and control voltage of product disconnected

DANGER
Explosion during operation
Operation with insufficient gas filling density may cause explosion of an
interrupting chamber.
1. Only operate the circuit-breaker if the filling density of SF6 gas is in the
range GREEN, see Section 5.2.1 Density indicator SF6, page 94.
If the number and / or nature of switching operations exceed the limits given
within this document any further operation may cause explosion of an
interrupting chamber.
1. Be aware of the consequences resulting from switching operations.
2. Observe the maintenance schedule to keep the product in its
functional condition. See Section 8 Maintenance, page 155.

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DANGER
Electric shock – hazardous supply voltages
Assemblies of the product are supplied with hazardous voltages.
Contact with live parts may lead to severe injuries or possible death.
1. Do not remove any protective covers if an assembly is supplied with
power.

WARNING
Noise along with switching operations
Unexpected switching operations may cause hearing damages.
During operation the hydraulic spring operating mechanism might switch at
any time.
If the hydraulic spring operating mechanism is charged it might switch also
during commissioning, maintenance and overhaul.
1. Protect your sense of hearing by wearing ear protection.

WARNING
Bruises
Unexpected switching operations may cause injuries by movements of
operating linkage.
1. Never stay underneath the pole frame:
– during operation
– during commissioning, maintenance and overhaul, if the hydraulic
spring operating mechanism is charged and / or if a SDM drive is in
the motorised operation mode

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3.5.2 Working with SF6 gas

It must be avoided that solid and / or gaseous products of decomposition are
released into the surroundings. The recommendations given in IEC 60376,
IEC 60480, and IEC 61634 should be followed to prevent any incidents.
Observe safety concepts and legislatory regulations:
– Section 3.7 Obligations of the plant officer / operating company, page 61

DANGER
Unconsciousness and suffocation
SF6 gas is heavier than air and can accumulate in lower lying, unventilated
rooms where it will displace atmospheric air, with the result that people
entering these rooms may be endangered by unconsciousness and
suffocation.
Gas masks do not protect against shortage of oxygen!
1. Check rooms which can be contaminated with SF6 gas before
entering.
2. If the safety of the room atmosphere cannot be established, self-
contained breathing equipment must be used.

DANGER
Solid and gaseous products of decomposition
In SF6 gas switching action induced arcing leads to the formation of solid
and gaseous products of decomposition. The solid decomposition products
form aggressive acids when coming into contact with atmospheric humidity
or water and on contact with the body, especially skin, and eyes.
Because products of decomposition may be present, used gas must be
considered as potentially toxic and corrosive.
1. Observe the procedures for storage, transportation, and the use of
filling equipment.
2. Wear the personal protective equipment:
– respirator mask, self-contained breathing apparatus if necessary
– protective clothing consisting of:
– protective overall
– protective gloves
– safety shoes
– safety glasses

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DANGER
Explosion of pressurised gas containers during storage and transport
Excessive warming of pressurised gas containers can result in explosion.
Follow the supplier’s instructions and observe the following conditions for
storage and transportation:
1. Store in a dry, well-ventilated room.
2. Store separately from inflammable or explosive materials.
3. Do not expose to direct sunlight.
4. Observe the maximum ambient temperature to which the containers
can be subjected.
– Take into account the design pressure and the filling density.
5. Always secure the valve with a protective cap or protective shroud.
6. Store the pressurised container above floor level to avoid contact with
moisture.
7. If the pressurised container is stored upright:
– The valve must be at the top.
– Secure against falling.

WARNING
Frostbite during filling and reclaiming
Contact with expanding gas may result in frostbite.
1. Carefully observe the instructions for storage, transportation and the
use of filling equipment.
2. Wear the personal protective equipment.

ENVIRONMENT
Greenhouse gas
SF6 gas has a marked greenhouse effect.
1. Observe the instructions for handling and storage.
2. Avoid escaping into the atmosphere.

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ENVIRONMENT
Products of decomposition
The gaseous decomposition products are largely adsorbed by the installed
filters within a few hours of normal operation.
The solid decomposition products, so-called switching dust, mainly metal
fluorides and tungsten oxifluorides, form aggressive acids when coming into
contact with atmospheric humidity or water.
Switching dust and its products of reaction:
– must not escape into the environment
– must be appropriately disposed, if necessary by a professional
company

3.6 Safety recommendations and standard procedures

To avoid hazardous situations the manufacturer recommends to install
standard procedures such as a suitable “permit to work system” with regular
reviews and audits.
To avoid electrical hazards the manufacturer recommends to comply with the
“seven safety rules”.

3.6.1 Permit to work system

The permit to work system represents a written and formalised system to
reduce risks. The permit itself should at least specify:
– the persons responsible for the overall permit and for individual steps of
the permit to work
– the time for which the permit is valid
– any permitted time extension to complete the work
– details of the work to be done
– where the work must be carried out
– any limitations on the work, the work location, or the equipment
– details of the controls / precautions required
– emergency procedures
– the individual responsibilities
– how the permit is to be cancelled

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The permit to work summarises:

• the precautions that have been taken to create a safe working area
The permit to work requires duly signed confirmations by:
• the plant officer / operating company who issues the permit to work.
The approved signatory confirms with signature that:
– the equipment is handed over in a safe condition
• the person who is responsible for doing the work.
The approved signatory confirms with signature that:
– he / she has understood the content
– he / she now is responsible to keep a safe work location
Clearance and cancellation require duly signed confirmations by:
• the person who is responsible for doing the work.
The approved signatory confirms with signature that:
– he / she has withdrawn all assisting persons
– he / she has informed all assisting persons that the permit to work is
cleared
– the work has been completed
– the working area has been restored to safety
• the plant officer / operating company who issued the permit to work.
The approved signatory confirms with signature that:
– the permit to work is cancelled

3.6.2 The seven safety rules

1. Clearly identify the work location.
a) The location for working has to be clearly identified for each step of
the working sequence.
2. Disconnect and secure against reconnection.
a) Disconnect from all possible points of supply.
b) Secure by means of locking mechanisms marked with appropriate
tags.

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3. Protect against any other live parts.

a) Exposed live equipment must be protected by additional physical
barriers (locks, insulating screens, etc.).
b) Attach warning notices to all possible working places that must not
be touched, even if you are not going to work on these working
places.
c) Check again that the correct work location has been identified;
maintain step 1.
4. Take special precautions when being close to bare conductors.
a) Slips or accidental movements might result in contact.
Even distances of more than a metre might not always be safe.
b) When opening a cover:
Beware of bare conductors under the cover.
c) Wear insulating gloves.
5. Check the installation is dead.
a) Use a proper test instrument.
b) Check the test instrument before testing.
c) During the test: Take precautions to keep clear of the connections.
d) Recheck the test instrument after the test.
6. Carry out earthing.
a) Earthing ensures the equipment is free of any residual charge or
induced voltages.
7. Issue a permit to work, see Section 3.6.1 Permit to work system,
page 58.
a) The plant officer / operating company signs the permit to prove:
– that the equipment is handed over in a safe condition
b) The person receiving the permit (work officer, certified technician)
signs the permit to confirm that:
– he / she has understood the content
– he / she is responsible to keep a safe work location; see step 1
c) The permit to work only expires after it is cancelled.
– Clearance and cancellation must be signed by the person
receiving the permit and the plant officer / operating company.

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3.7 Obligations of the plant officer / operating company

Legislatory regulations and guidelines of the plant officer / operating company
regarding work safety and accident prevention must be strictly observed.
The plant officer / operating company must ensure that all valid safety
requirements are met at any time. The observation of the valid applicable
standards must be ensured.
The allocation of rights and duties for self dependent realisation of tasks is
the responsibility of the plant officer / operating company.
Operation and operating of the product must be carried out by certified
technicians in line with Section 1.2 Target groups, page 14.
The plant officer / operating company is not allowed to modify the product.
The manufacturer must be informed about malfunctions and damages of his
product:
– Section 1.1 Manufacturer and customer support, page 13

3.7.1 Minimisation of residual risks

Despite technical and design measures residual risks remain. The
manufacturer recommends to establish a standard procedure by
implementing an access authorisation scheme, including:
• physical means, such as:
– barriers with warning signs
• systematic means, such as:
– permit to work
– safety precautions
– the seven safety rules
• personnel means, such as:
– personal protective equipment
– training, skills, knowledge

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3.7.1.1 Safety precautions

DANGER
Electromagnetic radiation
Persons wearing heart pace makers and / or hearing aids must be warned:
• Persons wearing heart pace makers must not be admitted.
• Persons wearing hearing aids must turn off the hearing device.

The manufacturer recommends to establish an access authorisation scheme.

Access:
• for authorised personnel only
• for reasons of health:
Persons with devices sensitive to electromagnetic interference (cardiac
pace makers, hearing aids, etc.) must not stay nearby the product.

3.7.1.2 Safety measures

The manufacturer recommends to establish a standard procedure by
implementing safety requirements and precautions. The standard procedure
should include regular and repeated training of personnel.

3.7.1.3 Personnel instructions

The allocation of rights and duties for self dependent realisation of tasks is
the responsibility of the plant officer / operating company.
The operating manual must be read and understood.

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3.7.1.4 Personnel protection

The plant officer / operating company must provide personal protective
equipment, such as:
• respirator mask, self-contained breathing apparatus if necessary
• protective clothing consisting of:
– protective overall
– protective gloves
– safety shoes
• safety glasses
• ear protection
• safety system for work at height

3.7.2 Emergency information

Legislatory regulations and the guidelines of the plant officer / operating
company regarding occupational health and safety apply.

First aid
The directives of the plant officer / operating company for first-aid-measures
are effective.

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4 Design and function

This section is addressed to all target groups.

4.1 Introduction
This section describes design and function of the product, its assemblies and
components.
Application area and arrangement of the product:
– Fig. 4-1 Electrical single-line diagram, page 65

1 4 5 7

Q0 Q9

G T

Q81 Q82
2 2

3 6

Fig. 4-1 Electrical single-line diagram

1 Generator
2 Capacitor – mandatory
3 Earthing switch Q81 – optional
– or
Earthing switch with short-circuiting connection – optional
4 Circuit-breaker
5 Disconnector
6 Earthing switch Q82 – optional
7 Step-up transformer

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4.2 Design

8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

Fig. 4-2 Exterior view of circuit-breaker system

1 Pole frame on pole frame supports
2 Coolers of heat pipes
3 Enclosure with cover
4 Each enclosure includes:
– 1 phase of earthing switch Q81 – optional
– 1 interrupting chamber of circuit-breaker
– 1 phase of disconnector
– 1 phase of earthing switch Q82 – optional
– evaporators of heat pipes
– temperature monitoring switches
– components
5 Underneath the pole frame:
– Gas equipment of circuit-breaker
– Operating linkages
– short-circuiting connection of earthing switch Q81 – optional
6 On the exterior side of the pole frame:
– SDM drive for disconnector
– SDM drives for earthing switches – optional
7 Control cubicle
8 Hydraulic spring operating mechanism for circuit-breaker

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4.2.1 Pole frame

The pole frame is a firm steel construction. It is equipped with four supports.
Assemblies mounted to the pole frame:
• above the pole frame:
– three enclosures
• on the exterior side of the pole frame:
– hydraulic spring operating mechanism
– SDM drives
• Underneath the pole frame:
– gas equipment of circuit-breaker
– operating linkages
– short-circuiting connection of earthing switch Q81 – optional

4.2.2 Enclosure
Assemblies on top of the enclosures:
• coolers of heat pipes
• cover of enclosure
Assemblies inside of the enclosure:
• 1 phase of earthing switch Q81 – optional
• 1 interrupting chamber of the circuit-breaker
• 1 phase of the disconnector
• 1 phase of earthing switch Q82 – optional
• evaporators of heat pipes
• temperature monitoring switches
• components
Insulating medium: air
The 3 enclosures are mounted onto the pole frame. All live parts of the
product are located inside of the enclosure. The enclosure of the product is
welded to the enclosures of the isolated-phase bus of the plant.
Inspection windows allow visual checking of the switching positions of the
disconnector and the earthing switches.
The enclosure is electrically isolated from the pole frame.

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4.2.3 Circuit-breaker
The circuit-breaker comprises:
• 3 interrupting chambers
• gas equipment
• hydraulic spring operating mechanism with operating linkage
• 6 capacitors
The circuit-breaker consists of three interrupting chambers – one per phase –
and an operating linkage which connects the interrupting chambers to their
common operating mechanism. The gas equipment interconnects the gas
compartments of the interrupting chambers.

5 4 3 2

Fig. 4-3 Circuit-breaker, standard equipment

1 Interrupting chamber of circuit-breaker
2 2 capacitors per phase
3 Density monitoring switch, below pole frame
4 Density indicator SF6 and filling terminal
5 Hydraulic spring operating mechanism

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4.2.3.1 Interrupting chamber

The interrupting chamber comprises:
• 2 housings, base, insulators
• nominal and arcing contact system
• gear connected to operating linkage
• insulating and quenching medium: SF6 gas
The three interrupting chambers are the live parts of the circuit-breaker,
containing the contact systems for making, breaking, and carrying current.
The interrupting chambers are filled with SF6 gas.

4.2.3.2 Gas equipment

The gas equipment comprises:
• copper pipework
• density monitoring switch
• density indicator
• filling terminal
The copper pipework connects the 3 interrupting chambers, the density
monitoring switch, the density indicator, and the filling terminal. Self-closing
gas couplings are mounted at each end of the pipework.

4.2.3.3 Operating linkage

The operating linkage consists of a long linear rod which interconnects
pivotable levers on the shafts of the 3 interrupting chambers with the linearly
moving operating piston of the hydraulic spring operating mechanism. The
operating linkage is positioned within the framework of the pole frame and the
linear shaft operates at right angles with the main current path of the product.

4.2.3.4 Hydraulic spring operating mechanism

The hydraulic spring operating mechanism is mounted to the exterior side of
the pole frame. The hydraulic spring operating mechanism comprises:
• disc springs
• high-pressure oil cylinders
• hydraulic system
• quickly switching changeover valves
• operating piston, attached to the operating linkage
For further information see Section 1.3.6 Additional documents, page 21.

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4.2.4 Disconnector
The disconnector comprises:
• 1 SDM drive with operating linkage and gear
• 3 switching units, 1 per phase
The 3 switching units are located inside the 3 enclosures. An operating
linkage underneath the pole frame interconnects the 3 switching units
with the common drive of the disconnector.
Each switching unit is a horizontally arranged, air insulated switch of tubular
design. In the closed position the moving contact tube engages with finger
contacts at both ends. The finger contacts are arranged circularly around the
housings. The contact tube is driven by the SDM drive via the operating
linkage underneath the pole frame and the gear inside the enclosure.

Fig. 4-4 Disconnector, standard equipment

1 Switching unit
2 SDM drive, behind hydraulic spring operating mechanism

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4.2.5 SDM drives

One drive comprises:
• 3 phase asynchronous motor
• gear
A 3 phase asynchronous motor drives a gear which is connected to the
operating linkage of either the disconnector or an earthing switch.
One drive each is connected to:
• the disconnector
• the optional earthing switch Q81
– or –
the optional earthing switch with short-circuiting connection
• the optional earthing switch Q82

1 2 3

Fig. 4-5 Locations of SDM drives

1 Disconnector
2 Earthing switch Q82 – optional
3 Earthing switch Q81 – optional
– or
Earthing switch with short-circuiting connection – optional

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4.2.6 Heat pipes

A heat pipe comprises:
• 1 evaporator with insulator
• 1 metal hose
• 1 vacuum-sealed molecular sieve
• 1 vacuum-sealed service port
• 1 cooler
Heat pipes are premounted units which are fitted through openings in the
upper part of the enclosure. The evaporators of the heatpipes are mounted
onto the device to be cooled.
2 heatpipes each are mounted to the following devices:
• the connection housing of the interrupting chamber
• the drive housing of the interrupting chamber
• the disconnector

Fig. 4-6 Heat pipes, overview and detail

1 Heat pipe
2 Cooler
3 Vacuum-sealed molecular sieve
4 Vacuum-sealed service port
5 Metal hose
6 Evaporator with insulator

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4.2.7 Temperature monitoring switches

A temperature monitoring switch comprises:
• 1 bimetallic temperature sensor
• 1 insulator
• 1 microswitch
Temperature monitoring switches are premounted units. Bimetallic
temperature sensors and microswitches are covered by housings. The
housings of the temperature sensors are mounted onto the following devices:
• the connection housing of the interrupting chamber
• the drive housing of the interrupting chamber
• the disconnector

Fig. 4-7 Temperature monitoring switch, overview and detail

1 Temperature monitoring switch
2 Housing of bimetallic temperature sensor
3 Insulator
4 Housing of microswitch

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4.2.8 Control cubicle

NOTE
Plant specific variants
The control cubicle is equipped by the manufacturer according to the plant
specific product configuration. For detailled equipment see Section 1.3.6.1
Plant specific documents, page 21.
The following illustrations give an example for a typical configuration.

The control cubicle is a metal enclosed cabinet with three lockable front
doors. It houses devices and wiring connections required for the operation
and control of the circuit-breaker system.
The front doors are connected to the cubicle by flexible earthing connections.
Inside the left side door a document tray is provided.
Light inside the control cubicle is switched by contact switches attached to
the front doors. A heating system can be installed to ensure a constant
temperature and to reduce humidity. Heating operation is controlled by a
thermostat mounted inside the control cubicle.
The control cubicle is provided with eyelets for transport.

Central door
A frame behind the inspection window of the central front door holds the
control panel. Elements of the control panel:
• mimic diagram with illuminated pushbuttons
• operation counters
• signal lamps for events and alarms
• interlocking key switch S2

Left / right door

The left / right door gives access to:
• mounted panels for control devices, for example:
– protection switches
– miniature circuit breakers
– relais
– fuses
• terminal blocks as interfaces for direct wiring

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2
3

4 5

6 6

Fig. 4-8 Control cubicle, front view

1 Central front door to control panel
2 Inspection window for control panel
3 Lockable doorknob for front doors
4 Left door to inner compartment
5 Right door to inner compartment
6 Eyelet for transport

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4.2.9 Optional equipment

Fig. 4-9 Overview interior, optional equipment

1 Earthing switch Q82 on the transformer side of product
– SDM drive with operating linkage
2 Earthing switch Q81 on the generator side of product
– SDM drive with operating linkage
and – optional:
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4.2.9.1 Earthing switch on transformer side

The earthing switch Q82 comprises:
• SDM drive with operating linkage;
see Section 4.2.5 SDM drives, page 71
• 3 switching units, 1 per phase
The 3 switching units are located inside the 3 enclosures. An operating
linkage underneath the pole frame interconnects the 3 switching units
with the common drive of the earthing switch. Each switching unit
comprises two contacts:
– a pivoting contact with its pivot point fixed to the enclosure
– a stationary contact fixed to the housing of the disconnector

4.2.9.2 Earthing switch on generator side

The earthing switch Q81 comprises:
• SDM drive with operating linkage;
see Section 4.2.5 SDM drives, page 71
• 3 switching units, 1 per phase
The 3 switching units are located inside the 3 enclosures. An operating
linkage underneath the pole frame interconnects the 3 switching units
with the common drive of the earthing switch. Each switching unit
comprises two contacts:
– a pivoting contact with its pivot point fixed to the enclosure
– a stationary contact fixed to the interrupting chamber of the circuit-
breaker
• optionally:
short-circuiting connection interconnecting the 3 phases

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4.2.10 Components

NOTE
A combination of different components may reduce the maximum
permissible number of each of the selected components. For details on
standard and optional equipment:
– Section 1.3.6.1 Plant specific documents, page 21.
– Section 2.7 Scope of delivery, page 44 with Tab. 2-3 Combinations of
surge arresters and voltage transformers, page 46

1
1
2

Fig. 4-10 Components, exemplary configuration

1 Voltage transformer
2 Surge arrester
3 Support for primary cables
4 Current transformer
5 Capacitor

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4.2.10.1 Capacitor
1 capacitor per phase is connected to the generator side and the transformer
side of the product, respectively.

4.2.10.2 Support for primary cables

1 support for primary cables is connected to the housing of the interrupting
chamber and the disconnector, respectively.

4.2.10.3 Current transformer – optional

The current transformers are of ring-core type. Permissible number of
components per phase:
• 1 current transformer on the generator side and the transformer side of
the product, respectively
Each current transformer can be equipped with up to 3 cores, depending on
output power and class required. The secondary windings are permanently
wired back to terminal blocks in the control cubicle.

4.2.10.4 Voltage transformer – optional

The single-phase voltage transformers are of cast resin type. Voltage
transformers may be installed on the generator side and / or the transformer
side of the product.
Each voltage transformer can be equipped with 1 or 2 secondary windings,
depending on output power and class required. The secondary windings are
permanently wired back to terminal blocks in the control cubicle.
Permissible number of components per phase:
– Section 2.7 Scope of delivery, page 44 with Tab. 2-2 Possible
equipment options, page 45

4.2.10.5 Surge arrester – optional

On each side of the circuit-breaker one surge arrester can be provided.
Permissible number of components per phase:
– Section 2.7 Scope of delivery, page 44 with Tab. 2-2 Possible
equipment options, page 45

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4.3 Function

4.3.1 Pole frame

The pole frame bears the weight of the product. Along with the enclosures it
holds the components and assemblies in their required mounting positions.

4.3.2 Enclosure
The enclosure performs the following functions.
The enclosure:
• provides protection:
– against approach to or contact with live parts
– against contact with moving parts
– for the equipment against external influences
• carries the reverse current
• holds – along with the pole frame – the components and assemblies in
their required mounting positions

4.3.3 Circuit-breaker
The circuit-breaker performs the following functions.
The circuit-breaker:
• carries the full load current of the generator and ensures the required
insulation level at all times
• connects the synchronised generator with the step-up transformer
• separates the electrical connection between the generator and the step-
up transformer
• interrupts load currents up to the full load current of the generator
• performs closing and opening operations under no-load conditions
• interrupts transformer-fed short-circuit currents and generator-fed short-
circuit currents
• interrupts currents under out-of-phase conditions
• carries transformer-fed short-circuit currents and generator-fed short-
circuit currents for a short time

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4.3.3.1 Interrupting chamber

For the interruption of current the self-blast principle is used.
Separate contact systems for breaking and for continuous current carrying
are used.

4.3.3.2 Gas and gas equipment

SF6 Gas
SF6 gas serves the following functions:
• insulation and quenching
• absorption of mechanical forces
An adequate gas density is necessary for both functions.

Density monitoring switch

Gas density is controlled by the density monitoring switch which provides
status information to generate blocking and alarm signals. The signal lines
are available on the interfaces of the circuit-breaker, see Section 2.3.1.2 Gas
and gas equipment, page 30.

Density indicator
The density indicator facilitates to check the density of SF6 gas visually, see
Section 5.2 Gas equipment, page 94.

4.3.3.3 Operating linkage

The operating linkage transmits switching forces from the hydraulic spring
operating mechanism to the interrupting chambers thus operating the three
interrupting chambers simultaneously.

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4.3.3.4 Hydraulic spring operating mechanism

The hydraulic spring operating mechanism operates the interrupting
chambers within a few 10 milliseconds by means of stored energy.
The technical concept of the hydraulic spring operating mechanism combines
the mechanical energy storage in disc springs and the hydraulic operating
and control principles. The force created by the disk springs acts on high-
pressure oil cylinders converting the mechanical energy into hydraulic
energy. For the closing operation as well as for the opening operation a set of
quickly switching changeover valves serves to transfer the hydraulic energy
into a movement of the operating piston. The operating piston then actuates
the operating linkage of the circuit-breaker.

NOTE
At any time the spring mechanism is mechanically pre-charged with high
tension, independent of the operating condition of the hydraulic spring
operating mechanism.

Status information of the hydraulic spring operating mechanism

The hydraulic spring operating mechanism provides status information to
generate blocking and alarm signals. The signal lines are available on the
interfaces of the circuit-breaker, see Section 2.3.1.3 Hydraulic spring
operating mechanism, page 31.

4.3.4 Disconnector
The disconnector performs the following functions.
The disconnector:
• carries the full load current of the generator
• ensures the required insulation levels in the closed and in the open
position at all times
• performs close and open operations under no-load conditions
• carries system-fed short-circuit currents and generator-fed short-circuit
currents for a short time

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4.3.5 SDM drive – optional

SDM drives actuate the switching movements of the disconnector and / or
earthing switches. The rotatory movement of the drive is converted to the
active switching movement by means of gears and operating linkages.
The operating panel of the SDM drive is equipped with a key locking system
which comprises safety functions:
• A microswitch prevents motorised operation, if the hand crank is
inserted into the corresponding opening of the operating panel and the
connected switching element is manually operated.
• Other microswitches prevent motorised operation if the SDM drive is
locked in the CLOSE or OPEN switching position.
An indicator next to the operating panel is mechanically coupled to the SDM
drive and signals the switching position of the connected switching element.

4.3.6 Heat pipe

NOTE
Loss of functionality of heat pipes
The function of heat pipes depends on the sealed off circulation of working
fluid. Cooling becomes ineffective if heat pipes become untight.
1. Never open a service port or a molecular sieve.
Qualification necessary to perform service on heat pipes:
– Certified overhauler or supervisor,
see Section 1.2 Target groups, page 14

Heat pipes are passive cooling elements for cooling the conductors of the
product. The working fluid evaporates inside the evaporator and the vapour
carries the heat to the cooler. Here the vapour becomes liquid again, the heat
is dissipated to air by convective cooling. The cool working fluid then
circulates back to the evaporator.
An insulator prevents electric flashover from evaporator to metal hose.
Malfunction of the heat pipes causes rising temperatures of the conductor
and a temperature monitoring switch will generate an alarm signal. If this
signal is set, the current must be reduced after 30 min, by 1 kA / min.
Specifications:
– Section 2.3.1 Circuit-breaker system, page 28

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4.3.7 Temperature monitoring switch

With changing temperature, a bimetallic spring inside the housing of the
temperature sensor turns a pivotable shaft which operates a microswitch.
The microswitch provides status information to generate an alarm signal. The
signal lines of the individual temperature monitoring switches are available on
the interfaces of the product, see Section 2.3.1.7 Temperature monitoring
switch, page 33.
An insulator prevents electric flashover from the housing of the temperature
sensor to the housing of the microswitch.

4.3.8 Control cubicle

The control cubicle comprises the following functions:
• Functions of the control panel
– switching from REMOTE to LOCAL operating mode
– controlling the switching elements of the connected products in
LOCAL operating mode according to the electrical interlocking
principles
– deactivating switching operations of the connected products except
for switching the circuit-breaker from main control desk into the
open position
– indicating event and alarm signals
– providing counter readings for the connected switching elements
• Functions of the inner compartments:
– providing the connected products with supply voltages
– providing signal LEDs and heating with supply voltages
– relaying control signals from main control desk to the connected
products in REMOTE operating mode
– relaying TRIP 2 signal to the circuit-breaker independent of position
of the interlocking key switch S2
– proceeding of control signals from REMOTE and LOCAL to the
connected products according to the electrical interlocking
principles
– relaying event and alarm signals from the connected products to
main control desk and control panel
– relaying signals from components inside the connected products to
the main control desk
For details of the plant specific functional configuration see Section 1.3.6.1
Plant specific documents, page 21.

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4.3.9 Optional equipment

4.3.9.1 Earthing switch on transformer side

The earthing switch Q82 is used as a safety and protection element.
By closing the earthing switch, all or a section of the live parts inside the
enclosure are solidly earthed. The length of the earthed section depends on
the switching positions (open or close) of the interrupting chambers and the
earthing switch Q81.
The earthing switch performs the following functions.
• The earthing switch ensures the required insulation level in the open
switching position at all times.
• The earthing switch performs closing and opening operations under no-
load conditions.
• The earthing switch carries transformer-fed short-circuit currents for a
short time.
For specifications:
– Section 2.3.1.9 Earthing switch – optional, page 34

4.3.9.2 Earthing switch on generator side

The earthing switch Q81 is used as a safety and protection element.
By closing the earthing switch, all or a section of the live parts inside the
enclosure are solidly earthed. The length of the earthed section depends on
the switching positions (open or close) of the interrupting chambers and the
earthing switch Q82.
The earthing switch performs the following functions.
• The earthing switch ensures the required insulation level in the open
switching position at all times.
• The earthing switch performs closing and opening operations under no-
load conditions.
• The earthing switch carries generator-fed short-circuit currents for a
short time.
For specifications:
– Section 2.3.1.9 Earthing switch – optional, page 34

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For calibration purposes, in the variant with short-circuiting connection:

• The earthing switch interrupts generator-fed short-circuit currents up to
the values specified.
• The earthing switch makes generator-fed short-circuit currents up to the
values specified.
For specifications:
– Section 2.3.1.10 Earthing switch with motor operated short-circuiting
connection – optional, page 35

4.3.10 Components

4.3.10.1 Capacitor
Capacitors damp the transient recovery voltage appearing during switching.

4.3.10.2 Current transformer – optional

Current transformers convert primary currents into secondary currents for
control and / or statistical purposes.

4.3.10.3 Voltage transformer – optional

Voltage transformers convert primary voltages into secondary voltages for
control and / or statistical purposes.

4.3.10.4 Surge arrester – optional

Surge arresters provide protection against overvoltages.

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4.4 Safety and control equipment

4.4.1 Safety concept

The safety concept is based on two operating modes:
• REMOTE from the plant main control desk
• LOCAL from the control cubicle
Note that the overall safety concept and the REMOTE and LOCAL control
schematic are plant specific and in the direct responsibility of the plant officer /
operating company.

4.4.2 Interlock key

NOTE
Opening operations TRIP 2 ignore mode selection
If LOCAL mode is selected, this selection will be ignored by TRIP 2 signals.
Thus the circuit-breaker is capable to perform opening operations TRIP 2
independent from mode selection.

The interlock key operates the interlocking key switch S2 of the control
cubicle. The interlock key enables to switch between REMOTE and LOCAL
operating modes. When the interlocking key switch S2 is in LOCAL position,
the key cannot be removed.
• Safekeeping of the interlock key and administration of access
authorisation are the responsibility of the plant officer / operating
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4.4.3 Switchgear interlocking

4.4.3.1 Interlocking principle

Details on signals are according to the plant specific product configuration.
For details refer to Section 1.3.6.1 Plant specific documents, page 21.

+Q9 CLOSE

+Q81 OPEN

-S2 IN POSITION REMOTE

&
EXT. INTERLOCKING FREE +Q0 OPEN
+Q0
REMOTE ORDER CLOSE
HYDRAULIC & CLOSE
SPRING DRIVE OK
≥1
+Q9 OPEN SF6 PRESSURE OK
EXCITATION

-S2 IN POSITION LOCAL &

-SH11 PUSH BUTTON

Fig. 4-11 Closing operation Q0 CLOSE

PROTECTION TRIP
+Q0 CLOSE

-S2 IN POSITION REMOTE HYDRAULIC

SPRING DRIVE OK
REMOTE ORDER OPEN &
≥1 & TRIP 1
SF6 PRESSURE OK
-S2 IN POSITION LOCAL

-SH12 PUSH BUTTON &

+Q0 CLOSE

HY DR AULIC
SPRING DRIVE OK

& TRIP 2
S F6 P RESSURE OK

PROTECTION TRIP
REMOTE ORDER OPEN

Fig. 4-12 Opening operation TRIP 1 and TRIP 2

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-S2 IN POSITION LOCAL

& +Q0 OPEN

-SH27 PUSH BUTTON
+Q9 OPEN
+Q81 OPEN
≥1 &
-S2 IN POSITION REMOTE +Q82 OPEN
Interlocking hand crank
& Ext. interlocking free
REMOTE ORDER OPEN
CLOSE

OPEN
+Q0 OPEN
-S2 IN POSITION REMOTE
+Q9 CLOSE
REMOTE ORDER OPEN & Ext. interlocking free
≥1 &
Interlocking hand crank
-S2 IN POSITION LOCAL

-SH28 PUSH BUTTON &

Fig. 4-13 Q9 CLOSE OPEN operation

4.4.3.2 Circuit-breaker
In order to ensure safe and reliable operation of the circuit-breaker the
following preconditions must always be fulfilled:
• density of SF6 gas above minimum functional density
• spring travel of the disc springs of the hydraulic spring operating
mechanism above the thresholds for closing and opening operations

4.4.3.3 Gas density

Density monitoring switch

Three micro switches, factory-set at dropping density, must be used to
generate the following signals:

Micro switch Signal Signal name

Number 1 Density fallen below REFILL SF6

alarm density

Number 2 Density fallen below BLOCKING CLOSE / TRIP 1

minimum functional density

Number 3 Density fallen below BLOCKING TRIP 2

minimum functional density

The density indicator enables to verify the density values.

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4.4.3.4 Hydraulic spring operating mechanism

Signals
The following micro switches must be evaluated for switchgear interlocking:

Spring travel Signal Signal name

S1 (23 - 24) Spring travel of the disc springs BLOCKING C

below closing threshold

S1 (03 - 04) Spring travel of the disc springs BLOCKING O

below opening threshold TRIP 1

S1 (13 - 14) Spring travel of the disc springs BLOCKING O

below opening threshold TRIP 2

Auxiliary switch Signal Signal name

S0 (01 - 02) Circuit-breaker: OPEN

switching position OPEN

S0 (03 - 04) Circuit-breaker: CLOSE

switching position CLOSE TRIP 1

S0 (13 - 14) Circuit-breaker: CLOSE

switching position CLOSE TRIP 2

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4.4.3.5 Earthing switches

DANGER
Explosion
Operation of the drives for earthing switches:
1. Ensure that earthing switches are not closed towards live conductors.
Operation of the drive for an earthing switch with short-circuiting
connection:
1. Ensure that the earthing switch does not switch currents exceeding the
values specified:
– Section 2.3.1.10 Earthing switch with motor operated short-
circuiting connection – optional, page 35
Hand crank may only be used for maintenance purposes!

In order to avoid the above-named dangers the switching operations of

earthing switches must be considered by the overall safety concept and the
REMOTE and LOCAL control schematic, see:
– Section 1.3.6.1 Plant specific documents, page 21
The switching movements of earthing switches are actuated by SDM drives.
For maintenance purposes, these drives can be operated by the operating
panel of the drive. The operating panels are secured against unauthorised
use by key locking systems:
• Safekeeping of the keys and administration of access authorisation are
the responsibility of the plant officer / operating company.
Description of the key locking system:
– Section 7.3.2 Using the control panel, page 143

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5 Operating and indicating elements

This section is addressed to the plant officer / operating company and certified
technicians and gives an overview of the operating and indicating elements.

5.1 Introduction
The following assemblies of the product comprise indicating elements:
• gas equipment
• hydraulic spring operating mechanism
The following assemblies of the product comprise operating and indicating
elements:
• SDM drives
• control cubicle

NOTE
Do not attempt to manipulate the product unless the information about the
operation itself has been read, understood and trained.
The operation itself is described in Section 7 Operation, page 139.

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5.2 Gas equipment

5.2.1 Density indicator SF6

5 3

Fig. 5-1 Density indicator

1 Indication range YELLOW
2 Marking point BLACK
3 Indication range GREEN
4 Indication range BLACK
5 Indication range RED

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5.2.1.1 Indication ranges

GREEN The green indication range is also referred to as operating

range. The gas density is all right.

YELLOW The yellow indication range is also referred to as critical range.

The gas density is critical.

RED The red indication range is also referred to as blocking range.

The gas density is too low. The circuit-breaker must not be
operated.

BLACK The black indication range is also referred to as transport range.

During transportation the gas density must be within the
transport range. The circuit-breaker must not be operated.

Values of density, refer to:

– Section 2.3.1.2 Gas and gas equipment, page 30

5.2.1.2 Marking point

BLACK The black marking point is referred to as rated filling density.

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5.3 Hydraulic spring operating mechanism

Further information on the hydraulic spring operating mechanism and its
signals:
– Section 1.3.6 Additional documents, page 21
– Section 2.3.1.3 Hydraulic spring operating mechanism, page 31

3 2

Fig. 5-2 Indicating elements of the hydraulic spring operating mechanism

1 Position indicator of the circuit-breaker
2 Inspection window for the filling level of hydraulic oil
3 Inspection window for the spring travel

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5.3.1 Indicating elements

5.3.1.1 Position indicator for the circuit-breaker

The hydraulic spring operating mechanism has an indicator which shows the
switching position of the circuit-breaker. The circuit-breaker can be either in
the CLOSE or OPEN position.

The switching position of the circuit-breaker is displayed as follows,

I if not otherwise specified:

• I = ON black on white background, circuit-breaker CLOSE
• O = OFF white on black background, circuit-breaker OPEN
O
5.3.1.2 Indicator for filling level of hydraulic oil
The filling level can be observed in a gauge-glass, visible through the
inspection window of the housing of the hydraulic spring operating
mechanism.
The filling level is only correctly displayed if the spring mechanism is in a
completely tensioned position.

5.3.1.3 Indicator for spring travel

NOTE
At any time the spring mechanism is mechanically pre-charged with high
tension, independent of the operating condition of the hydraulic spring
operating mechanism.

The indicator for the spring travel is visible through an inspection window in
the housing of the hydraulic spring operating mechanism. The position of a
white adhesive strip attached to one of the springs shows to what extent the
hydraulic spring operating mechanism is charged.

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5.4 SDM drive

The SDM drives are secured to the pole frame of the product. Several drives
can be provided depending on the plant specific product configuration, see
Section 1.3.6.1 Plant specific documents, page 21.
Regardless of the function of the installed drives, the operating and indicating
elements are identical, but differ in their mounting position.
The operating and indicating elements are arranged on the operating panel of
the corresponding SDM drive and in an associated window.

1HC0023496P0001

1 2 3

Fig. 5-3 Operating and indicating elements of SDM drives, locations

1 SDM drive for disconnector
2 SDM drive for earthing switch Q82 – optional
3 SDM drive for earthing switch Q81 – optional

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5.4.1 Operating elements

NOTE
Access and locking keys:
• only fit into the drive which they were supplied with
• are individually coded and can only be used for the allocated key
switch

1HC0023496P0001
1

2
5

4 3

Fig. 5-4 Operating elements on the operating panel of the SDM drive
1 Key switch for access key
2 Knob for selecting the drive mode
3 Key switch for locking key OFF
4 Key switch for locking key ON
5 Opening for insertion of hand crank

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Access key
The access key is required to perform any operating action on the operating
panel of the SDM drive.

Knob for selection of drive mode

The knob knob for selection of the drive mode enables the settings:
• hand crank operation
• motorised operation
• locking the drive in the OFF position
• locking the drive in the ON position
The possible settings depend on:
• locking or unlocking by the access key and the locking keys
• the switching position of the connected switching element

Locking key for OFF position

Hand crank and motorised operation of the SDM drive can be blocked by
removing the locking key for the OFF position.
Preconditions:
• The connected switching element is in the switching position OFF.
• The corresponding locking mode is selected by the knob for selection of
drive mode.

Locking key for ON position

Hand crank and motorised operation of the SDM drive can be blocked by
removing the locking key for the ON position.
Preconditions:
• the connected switching element is in the switching position ON
• the corresponding locking mode is selected by the knob on the
operating panel

Hand crank
The hand crank can be used to manually move the connected switching
element to the switching positions ON or OFF. For this purpose the hand crank
can be inserted into the corresponding opening of the operating panel.
Precondition:
• Hand crank operation is selected by the knob for selection of drive
mode.

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5.4.2 Indicating elements

The SDM drive has the following indicating elements:
• in the window next to the operating panel:
position indicator for the connected switching element
• on the operating panel:
locking tab in the opening for insertion of the hand crank

1 1HC0023496P0001 1

1HC0023496P0001
2

A B

Fig. 5-5 Indicating elements of the SDM drive

A Vertical mounting position
B Horizontal mounting position
1 Position indicator
2 Locking tab for hand crank

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5.4.2.1 Position indicator

The position indicator in the window next to the operating panel of the SDM
drive shows the switching position of the connected switching element. The
connected switching element can be either in the CLOSE or OPEN position.

The switching position of the connected switching element is displayed as

I follows, if not otherwise specified:

• I = ON black on white background, status CLOSE
• O = OFF white on black background, status OPEN
O If the operating panel is installed horizontally, the window with the position
indicator is located directly above the horizontally mounted operating panel.

5.4.2.2 Locking tab for hand crank

The locking tab ensures that the hand crank can only be inserted if hand
crank operation is selected by the knob for the selection of the drive mode.
The locking tab for hand crank use can be either OPEN or LOCKED.

The status of the locking tab for the hand crank is displayed as follows,
if not otherwise specified:
• no tab locking tab for hand crank OPEN
• red tab locking tab for hand crank LOCKED
Knob for the selection of the drive mode:
– Section 5.4.1 Operating elements, page 99

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5.5 Control cubicle

5.5.1 Control panel

The control panel is located behind the central door of the control cubicle.

Mimic diagram
The upper left part of the control panel displays a mimic diagram with
illuminated pushbuttons, which serve as operating and indicating elements
simultaneously. Operation with pushbuttons is only possible in LOCAL
operating mode.

Signal board
Following elements of the control panel are located below the mimic diagram:
• the key operated interlocking switch S2 offers the following functions:
– changing between REMOTE and LOCAL operating mode
– LAMP TEST
• counters for the operation of the switching elements.
• indicators for event and alarm signals

NOTE
Event signals for all switching operations of the switching elements
connected to the control cubicle are monitored. These signals are provided
by the manufacturer and may be displayed on the control panel of the
control cubicle. For detailled information refer to Section 1.3.6.1 Plant
specific documents, page 21.

1
2

Fig. 5-6 Control cubicle with control panel

1 Mimic diagram
2 Signal board

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5.5.2 Operating elements

5.5.2.1 Illuminated pushbuttons of mimic diagram

In LOCAL operating mode the illuminated pushbuttons serve as operating and

I 0 indicating elements simultaneously.
The actual position of a switching element is indicated by illumination of the
according pushbutton.
If not specified otherwise:
Closed position of a switching element is indicated by the pushbutton
marked I; open position of a switching element is indicated by the pushbutton
marked 0. llluminated pushbuttons are in the colours green and red:
• I=ON red, position of switching element CLOSE
• O=OFF green, position of switching element OPEN

5.5.2.2 Interlocking key switch S2

NOTE
Permission for access to the product and safe-keeping of the keys for the
product is the responsibility of the plant officer / operating company.

Interlocking key switch S2 with key positions LOCAL – REMOTE – LAMP TEST.
Remote This key switch is operated by the interlock key.
Local Lamp-Test
In REMOTE position all switching operations are controlled by the main control
desk. Event and alarm signals are relayed to the main control desk via the
control cubicle.
In LOCAL position the control from the main control desk is disabled. The only
possible switching operation from REMOTE is a TRIP 2 opening operation of
the circuit-breaker. In LOCAL position the connected switching elements can
be switched via the illuminated pushbuttons of the mimic diagram.
A lamp test is performed if the interlocking key is turned to the LAMP_TEST
position.

NOTE
The interlock key can only be removed from the interlocking key switch S2
when the interlocking key switch is in position REMOTE.

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5.5.3 Indicating elements

5.5.3.1 Illuminated pushbuttons of mimic diagram

In REMOTE operating mode the illuminated pushbuttons serve as indicating

I 0 elements only.
The actual position of a switching element is indicated by illumination of the
according pushbutton.
If not specified otherwise:
Closed position of a switching element is indicated by the pushbutton
marked I; open position of a switching element is indicated by the pushbutton
marked 0. llluminated pushbuttons are in the colours green and red:
• I=ON red, position of switching element CLOSE
• O=OFF green, position of switching element OPEN

5.5.3.2 Counters

The counters show the accumulated close-open operations. Regular counter

readings are a vital part of maintenance.
Standard equipment on the signal board:
• Operation counter for circuit-breaker
Number of close-open operations of circuit-breaker
• Pumping operation counter for circuit-breaker
Number of starting operations of pumping motor for hydraulic spring
operating mechanism

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5.5.3.3 Alarm signals

The following alarm signals are provided by the manufacturer.

Which of these signals are indicated on the signal board is described in the
plant specific documents. Signal names, indicating colours and location of the
single indicators are given in the plant specific layout. See Section 1.3.6.1
Plant specific documents, page 21.

Refill SF6 This alarm signal is generated, when the gas density monitor detects that gas
density of the circuit-breaker has fallen into the critical range.

Blocking SF6 This alarm signal is generated, when the gas density monitor detects that gas
density of the circuit-breaker has fallen into the blocking range. If this signal is
generated the circuit-breaker cannot perform another operation.

Blocking C Indicates an insufficient pressure for the drive mechanism of the hydraulic
spring operating mechanism of the circuit-breaker. The circuit-breaker can
only perform another opening operation.

Blocking O Indicates an unsufficient pressure for the drive mechanism of the hydraulic
spring operating mechanism. The circuit-breaker cannot perform another
closing or opening operation.

AC Voltage The required 3 phase AC voltage for the SDM drives is missing.
Fault

DC Voltage The required DC voltage for the control of one of the switching elements or
Fault the pump motor of the hydraulic spring operating mechanism is missing.

Long time pump Indicates improper working of the of pumping motor for the hydraulic spring
running operating mechanism of the circuit-breaker.

Motor prot. The motor protection switch for one of the SDM drives has been activated.
switch tripped The signal does not specify, which motor protection switch has been
activated, the affected SDM drive has to be identified.

AC Voltage The required voltage for the heating system is missing.

fault
Heating

TEMPERATURE TOO A temperature monitoring switch has been activated. The temperature of the
HIGH, phase 1, 2, conductor of the respective phase is too high. If one of these signals is set,
and 3 the load current must be reduced after 30 min, by 1 kA / min.

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6 Erection
This section is addressed to the plant officer / operating company.

6.1 Introduction
This section describes the erection of the product.
Packing and unpacking are only described to the extent relevant to erection
work. For further information see:
– Section 9 Packaging, page 187.
– Section 11 Transport, page 201.

6.1.1 Safety instructions

The general safety instructions must be observed as stated in Section 3
Safety instructions, page 47. Legislatory regulations, international standards,
and the guidelines of the plant officer / operating company regarding work
safety and accident prevention also apply.

6.1.1.1 Safety at work

DANGER
Falling loads
If suspended or elevated loads fall down, fatal injury and damage to
equipment may occur.
1. Use the personal protective equipment.
2. Cordon off hazardous areas.
3. Keep the working area free.
4. No persons should stand below suspended or elevated loads.
5. Ensure that loads are correctly secured.
6. Only use faultless hoisting gear and auxiliary material which have
sufficient bearing capacities and which are approved for the loads.
7. Only lift the product by the attachment points provided.
8. Ensure that the hoisting gear and cranes are used correctly.
9. Transport the product horizontally.

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DANGER
Accidents during transport on rollers or wheels
If loads get out of control, fatal injury and damage to equipment may occur.
1. Use the personal protective equipment.
2. Only use faultless hoisting gear and auxiliary material which have
sufficient bearing capacities and which are approved for the loads.
3. Move loads slowly and carefully.
4. Avoid slipping or shifting of the loads.

DANGER
Falling hazard
Work at height may involve the risk to fall down.
1. Secure yourself against falling.

6.1.1.2 Means of transport

WARNING
Transport accidents by use of wrong lifting equipment
Each product of the manufacturer is delivered with a lifting equipment which
is unique to the corresponding product.
Observe following preventive measures:
1. Only use the lifting equipment which was specifically delivered for this
product type.
2. Observe the centre of gravity.
3. Do not use the lifting equipment for other purposes.
For further information:
– Section 6.3 Unpacking and transport, page 112
– Section 11 Transport, page 201

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Lifting beam The maximum load-bearing capacity is punched into a front face of the lifting
beam:
• product type
• load-bearing capacity
• pole centre spacing

HECS-p
. . . . kg
. . . . mm

Fig. 6-1 Front face of lifting beam, example

6.1.2 Target group

The plant officer / operating company and work officers are responsible that
work must only be performed by trained personnel:
• Hoisting gear and transport equipment has to be used only by trained
personnel.
• Welding work has to be performed only by specialist personnel with
suitable training and in compliance with valid regulations.

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6.2 Prerequisites

NOTE
The plant specific layout and the plant specific documents are decisive for
the product. See Section 1.3.6.1 Plant specific documents, page 21.

6.2.1 Supplied documents

On the outside of the transport crate in a document pocket:
• packing list
• transport instructions
Inside the transport crate:
• copy of the packing list
• copy of the transport instructions
Inside the enclosures, attached to the capacitors:
• installation instructions for performing high voltage tests of the IPB,
see Section 6.11.1 High voltage test, page 138.

6.2.2 Infrastructure
The following equipment must be provided by the plant officer / operating
company at the site:
• crane
• material for protection against sparks and spillings, caused during
welding, cutting, and grinding work
• welding equipment
• standard tools
• torque wrench 80 and 130 Nm

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6.2.2.1 Standard accessories

The following accessory is included in the scope of delivery.

Per order and product type

If several shipments of identical products are supplied, the following items are
only supplied with the first shipment.
• 1 Maintenance lever, packed separately
• lifting equipment for transportation, packed separately:
– 1 lifting beam
– 2 seats for lifting beam
– 2 round slings
– 2 belt slings
– 4 shackles

Per product and shipment

The following items are included per product and shipment.
• 1 hand crank for SDM drives, attached to the pole frame
• 2 transport angles
• 4 transport brackets, attached to the pole frame
• 4 transport supports, attached to the pole frame
• 4 pole frame supports, attached to the transport supports
• 8 shims, attached to a pole frame support

6.2.2.2 Optional accessories

Optional accessory is included according to plant specific documents and
packing list:
– Section 1.3.6.1 Plant specific documents, page 21.

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6.3 Unpacking and transport

CAUTION
Protect the product against pollutants and moisture
Pollutants and moisture might damage the product.
1. Do not expose the product to environmental conditions incompatible
with those specified in Section 2.5 Ambient conditions, page 40.
2. Do not unpack the product unless adequate environmental conditions
can permanently be provided.
3. Pack the product if it is already unpacked and adequate environmental
conditions cannot permanently be provided,
see Section 9 Packaging, page 187.

6.3.1 Receipt of goods

The product is assembled, packed and transported as a complete unit. See
Section 9 Packaging, page 187.
1. After receipt of the goods check the packaging for transport damage.
2. Record any transport damage immediately after receipt of the goods.
3. Notify the manufacturer immediately about any damage, including a
detailed report and photographs.

6.3.2 Transport with packaging

See Section 11 Transport, page 201.

6.3.3 Unpacking
1. On the outside of the transport crate: remove the packing list and
transport instructions from the document pockets.
2. Remove the lid of the transport crate.
3. Remove the side walls of the transport crate one at a time.
4. Remove the struts.
5. Remove the adhesive tape and plastic film.
Leave the plastic film on the enclosure opening for protection.
6. Slacken the screw connections at the base of the crate.

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6.3.4 Checking received goods

1. Check the received goods to ensure that all parts listed on the packing
list are supplied.
2. Record any deviations in writing.
3. Check the gas density,
for details see Section 5.2.1 Density indicator SF6, page 94.
Fig. 6-2 SF6 gas density during transport, page 113:
– The pointer of the density indicator must be in the BLACK indication
range.
– A lower level in the RED range means, the density is too low. This
must be regarded as transport damage and reported.
4. Notify the manufacturer immediately about any damage, including a
detailed report and photographs.

1
2

Fig. 6-2 SF6 gas density during transport

1 Indication range BLACK, density for transport
2 Indication range RED, density too low

6.3.5 Lifting the product

NOTE
Manufacturer's lifting equipment is individually designed for lifting the
corresponding product of the manufacturer.
1. Always use the lifting equipment supplied with the product.
2. Do not use this lifting equipment for other purposes.

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6.3.5.1 Lifting equipment

1 1 1
5
3 3

4 5 4
2 1 2 5

4 6 4
6
5

7 6
7
8 8

8 8

6
9 7
7

Fig. 6-3 Lifting and transport equipment on the product

1 Belt slings between outer clamps
2 Lifting beam
3 Round slings, position on lifting beam secured by centre clamps
4 Seat for lifting beam
5 Mounting of device for protection of cooler
6 Device for protection of cooler
7 Transport bracket with shackle
8 Transport support with screw-mounted pole frame support
9 Transport angle

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6.3.5.2 Attaching the lifting equipment

The clamps on the lifting beam individually balance the centre of gravity of
the product, see Fig. 6-3, page 114.

1 6
3

2 1
5

2 1 43
2

1HC0062328R0826
1

Circuit-Breaker System HECS-XXLp / XLp

Lifting equipment – read transport instructions before use.
See document 1HC0062512.

Fig. 6-4 Labels on pole frame

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6.3.5.3 Attaching the crane hook to the lifting beam

1. Attach a round sling by looping it once around the lifting beam on the
outer side of a centre clamp.
2. Repeat on the other centre clamp.
3. Attach the other ends of the round slings to the crane hook.

6.3.5.4 Placing the lifting beam onto the enclosures

Fig. 6-4, page 115:
1. Place the seats for lifting beam onto the covers of the enclosure.
To avoid damage of the covers of the enclosures:
2. Align the seats with the outer fixing bolts of the covers (6).
3. Put the lifting beam down onto the seats.

6.3.5.5 Attaching the lifting beam to the product

Fig. 6-4, page 115: At both ends of the lifting beam, between the round disks
(1, 2), (3, 4):
1. Place a belt sling in a loop around the lifting beam.
2. Make sure that the belt sling does not protrude outside the round disk.
3. Attach shackles to the ends of the belt slings (1, 2), (3, 4).
4. Attach the shackles to the transport brackets (1, 2, 3, 4) on the pole
frame.
5. Carefully lift the lifting beam with a crane until the belt slings are slightly
tensioned.
6. Make sure that the round slings are positioned correctly on the lifting
beam so that the product is lifted horizontally.
7. Make sure that the belt slings and shackles do not cause any damage to
the product.
The devices for protection of coolers (5) prevent that belt slings come in
contact with coolers.
8. Remove the seats from the covers of the enclosures.

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6.3.5.6 Transport by crane

1. Slowly lift the product with a crane.
While lifting the product:
a) Make sure that the product is suspended on the crane as
horizontally as possible.
b) Make sure that the product does not swing or sway.
2. Carefully transport the product to the erection site.
3. Keep the product attached and secured to the lifting equipment and the
crane until the product is bolted or welded in place.

NOTE
Before setting down the product at the erection site, the transport supports
must be replaced with the pole frame supports.
The product may temporarily be placed on the transport supports. It does
not matter if the screw-mounted pole frame supports are attached or not.

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6.3.5.7 Replacing transport supports by pole frame supports

DANGER
The supports are replaced while the product is suspended on the crane.
1. Maintain a short distance to the ground.
2. The product must be suspended as horizontally as possible on the
crane and should not swing or sway.
3. Keep the product steady with the assistance of additional personnel
while keeping a safe distance.
4. Slacken the bolts and remove the transport supports.
5. Remove the shims and keep these for aligning the product.
6. Secure the pole frame support.
The bolts for the transport supports can be reused to this purpose.
7. Tighten the bolts to 130 Nm only after the final aligning of the product.
8. Carefully set down the product.

3 4

Fig. 6-5 Transport support with pole frame support and shims
1 Pole frame
2 4 transport supports, steel
3 4 pole frame supports, galvanised
4 8 shims on a pole frame support

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6.4 Installation preparation

Additional details of installation preparation, particularly space requirements
and floor layout, depend on the plant specific product configuration:
– Section 1.3.6.1 Plant specific documents, page 21.

6.4.1 Space requirements

1. Add required space to the overall dimensions of the product.
– Consider height and area.

2
Fig. 6-6 Space requirements
1 Transformer side
2 Generator side

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6.4.2 Floor layout

6 2 3 2 2 3

4 4

7 5 5

Fig. 6-7 Floor layout

1 Centre line of product
2 Phase centre lines
Distances, equidistant between:
3 nearest fixing holes of pole frame supports across centre line of
product
4 centre line of product and nearest fixing holes of pole frame
supports
5 phase centre lines
Control cubicle, distances between:
6 fixing holes across centre line of product
7 fixing holes at the side walls

6.4.3 Pole frame supports

All pole frame supports must be secured with at least 2 diagonally opposed
securing elements at the erection site.

1
3

2 5 4

Fig. 6-8 Pole frame support dimensions

1 Width
2 Length
3 Distance between fixing holes
4 Distance between fixing holes
5 Hole diameter

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6.5 Erection site preparation

Prerequisites:
• Sufficient space available, see Section 6.4.1 Space requirements,
page 119.
• The erection site must be horizontal and plain. Differences in height
should not exceed 2 mm at the support points of the pole frame
supports. Greater differences result in subsequent extra work.
• The floor must be clean.

NOTE
Alignment of the product must be coordinated with the supplier of the
isolated-phase bus. Connecting dimensions:
– Section 6.7.1 Connecting the IPB, page 130

6.5.1 Erection on concrete floor

The dynamic forces and quality of the concrete must be taken into account
for calculating the securing elements and torques.
1. Determine the securing elements and the torques.
2. Measure the erection site and mark the hole positions.
3. Drill the holes for the securing elements.
4. Clean the erection site.

6.5.2 Erection on steel structure

If the product is installed on a steel structure it can be bolted or welded in
place.

6.5.2.1 Securing by bolting

The dynamic forces and the quality of the steel must be taken into account for
calculating the securing elements and torques.
1. Determine the securing elements and the torques.
2. Measure the erection site and mark the hole positions.
3. Drill the holes for the securing elements.
4. Clean the erection site.

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6.5.2.2 Securing by welding

The dynamic forces and the quality of the steel must be taken into account for
calculating the welding seams.
1. Determine the welding method.
2. Measure the erection site and prepare the welds.
3. Clean the erection site.

6.6 Product erection

6.6.1 Aligning the product

NOTE
Alignment of the product must be coordinated with the supplier of the
isolated-phase bus. Connecting dimensions:
– Section 6.7.1 Connecting the IPB, page 130

The product is still attached to the crane hook.

1. Carefully lift the product and transport it to the erection site.
2. Position the product correctly on the erection site.
3. Align the pole frame horizontally with the aid of the shims.
– Permissible tolerance: 2 mm
4. Slightly fix the product to the floor with the securing elements.

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6.6.2 Securing the product

6.6.2.1 Concrete floor

1. Make sure that preparatory work has been performed.
2. Bolt the product to the concrete floor with the securing elements.
3. Tighten the securing elements to the corresponding torque.

6.6.2.2 Steel structure

1. Make sure that preparatory work has been performed.
2. Securing by bolting
a) Bolt the product to the steel structure with the securing elements.
b) Tighten the securing elements to the corresponding torque.
– or –
3. Securing by welding
a) Weld the product in place.

6.6.3 Removing the lifting equipment

1. Put the seats for lifting beam onto the enclosure covers.
2. Lower the lifting beam onto the seats.
3. Release the lifting equipment from the crane hook.
4. Keep the lifting equipment in a safe place for later use.
The control cubicle remains attached to the pole frame of the product at this
stage.

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6.6.4 Control cubicle

The belt slings for the control cubicle are attached on both sides inside the
control cubicle supports.

6.6.4.1 Lifting the control cubicle

The control cubicle must be separated from the pole frame in order to
minimize vibrations originating from the circuit-breaker system during
operation.
If the control cubicle is attached to the pole frame, there is a 80 mm clearance
between the surface of the erection site and the lower end of the supports of
the control cubicle.

Fig. 6-9 Control cubicle clearance

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6.6.4.2 Attaching the crane hook

1. Attach the belt slings to the control cubicle.
2. Attach the belt slings to the crane hook.
3. Make sure that the control cubicle is secured to the lifting equipment.
4. Keep the control cubicle attached to the lifting equipment and the crane
until the product is secured in its final position.

Fig. 6-10 Belt slings on control cubicle

1 Belt sling
2 Eyelet for transport

NOTE
This transport description for the control cubicle only is applicable if the
control cubicle has been mounted to the product.

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6.6.4.3 Separating the control cubicle from the pole frame

1
2

Fig. 6-11 Separating the control cubicle from the circuit-breaker system
1 Transport angle
2 Transport bracket
1. Make sure that the control cubicle is secured to the lifting equipment.
On each side of the control cubicle:
2. Remove the the transport angle between the control cubicle and the
transport bracket.
The control cubicle can now be lifted from the pole frame.
3. Carefully lift the control cubicle and position it at the erection site.
4. Align the control cubicle.

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6.6.5 Securing the control cubicle

6.6.5.1 Concrete floor

1. Ensure that preparatory work has been performed.
2. Bolt the product to the concrete floor with the securing elements.
3. Tighten the securing elements to the corresponding torque.

6.6.5.2 Steel structure

1. Ensure that preparatory work has been performed.
2. Bolt the product to the steel structure with the securing elements.
3. Tighten the securing elements to the corresponding torque.

6.6.6 Removing the lifting equipment

1. Release the lifting equipment from the crane hook.
2. Remove the transport brackets from the pole frame.
3. Store the lifting equipment in a safe place for later use.

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6.7 Connection zone

Abbreviations and expressions used:

IPB Isolated phase bus

Expressions
1

Fig. 6-12 Connection zone, definitions

1 Conductor of IPB
2 Enclosure of IPB
3 Conductor of product
4 Enclosure of product

CAUTION
It is the responsibility of the busbar contractor to ensure that the
requirements as defined in the plant specific documents are met,
see Section 1.3.6.1 Plant specific documents, page 21.
Strictly follow the installation instructions of the busbar contractor (third-
party supplier).
1. Dimensioning of sub-assemblies and execution of installation must
comply with valid regulations.
2. The busbar contractor bears responsibility for dimensioning of the IPB
according to the technical data of the product, see Section 2.3
Performance characteristics and technical data, page 28.
3. The specifications of the tested connection zones must strictly be
observed, see Section 1.3.6.1 Plant specific documents, page 21.
4. Wear the personal protective equipment.
5. Protect the product and installed components so that they cannot be
damaged by sparks and spillings.
Sparks and spillings are caused by welding, cutting, and grinding work.
The resulting damages reduce the lifetime of components and the
function of the product.
6. The welding seams must be executed in compliance with valid
regulations.

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2
3 4
2

1 5

Fig. 6-13 Connection zones, overview

1 Phase centre line
2 Cover of the product enclosure
3 Enclosure of IPB
4 Conductor of IPB
5 Maximum permissible external force onto product enclosure

CAUTION
Thermal and mechanical forces
The conductors and enclosures of the product must not absorb thermal and /
or mechanical forces.
1. Ensure that connections to the conductors of the IPB are built flexibly.
2. If other equipment than the optional manufacturer’s supply is used:
a) Ensure that the given specifications are met, see Fig. 6-14,
page 131 Fig. 6-15, page 132 and Fig. 6-16, page 133.
b) Ensure that the conductor area of the flexible connections is
capable to carry the currents specified,
see Section 2.3.1 Circuit-breaker system, page 28.
3. Ensure that contact areas are greased,
see Section 6.7.1.3 Mounting the flexible connections, page 133.
4. Ensure that the enclosures of the IPB do not transmit mechanical
forces onto the enclosures of the product (max 2000 N). The use of
compensators reduces the impact of thermal strain.
5. Ensure that the connections between the enclosures of IPB and
product are capable to carry the reverse currents.

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6.7.1 Connecting the IPB

Access Through the covers of the product enclosures

Tolerances Fig. 6-14, page 131, Fig. 6-15, page 132 and Fig. 6-16, page 133.
1. Ensure that the product is correctly aligned, see Section 6.6.1 Aligning
the product, page 122.
a) The conductors of the IPBs must be aligned to the conductors of
the product.
b) The enclosures of the IPBs must be aligned to the enclosures of the
product.
2. For each individual conductor of the IPB:
Align the conductor terminal to the conductor of the product and weld
the conductor terminal to the respective conductor of the IPB.
– Conductor terminals are part of optional manufacturer’s supply.
3. During welding work on the product:
The enclosures of the product must be closed to prevent deformation
caused by heat.
Ensure that:
a) the covers of the product enclosures are closed
b) the fixing bolts of covers are tightened.
4. Weld the enclosures of the IPBs to the enclosures of the product, see
Fig. 6-14, page 131
a) Ensure that the welding seams are made air tight and that they
carry the reverse currents.
b) It is recommended to use connecting rings to comply with the given
specifications.
5. Open the covers of the product enclosures.
6. Mount the flexible connections.
– Section 6.7.1.3 Mounting the flexible connections, page 133.
7. Close the covers of the product enclosures.
– Torque of the fixing bolts for covers: 15 Nm

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6.7.1.1 Enclosure

1 2 3 4

4
min.
O 980
10 5 max.
O 400 O 960
O 424
max.
O 1200

11
9 8 6
3
7

Fig. 6-14 Connecting the enclosure, dimensions in mm

1 Flexible connections, 20 copper elements,
conductor area 768 mm ² each
2 Current transformer – optional
3 Opening in product enclosure
4 Enclosure of the IPB
5 Phase centre line of conductor terminal
6 Conductor terminal for IPB
7 Enclosure of the product
8 Support ring
9 Conductor of the product
10 Phase centre line of the product
11 Connecting ring – recommendation

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6.7.1.2 Flexible connections

NOTE
The contents of this section refer to optional manufacturer’s supply:
• flexible connections
• support ring
• conductor terminal for IPB

1 2 1 12 13 14
3
4

11

10 5

9 7 8 7 6 9

Fig. 6-15 Flexible connection of IPB, elements

left: longitudinal section right: cross section
1 Flexible connections, 20 copper elements,
conductor area 768 mm ² each, with mounting elements:
– 2 Hexagonal bolt M12×40, property class 8.8, 80 Nm
– 3 Spring washer
– 4 Washer
5 Phase centre line of conductor terminal
6 Conductor terminal for IPB
7 Surfaces silver plated
8 Support ring
9 Conductor of the product
10 Phase centre line of the product
11 Maximum distance between phase centre lines of product phase
and conductor terminal, in each direction
12 Central axis of conductor terminal
13 Central axis of product phase
14 Maximum rotation between central axes of product phase and
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80
36°
40
50
16 18 40 48

± 3°
max. max.
5 O 424

O 400

O 360

min. 216
min. 320

Fig. 6-16 Flexible connection of IPB, dimensions in mm

6.7.1.3 Mounting the flexible connections

The flexible connections should be mounted in coordination with the
commissioner, see Section 6.11 Request for commissioning, page 137.
The following action sequence must be carried out for each individual phase:
– Fig. 6-15, page 132
– Fig. 6-16, page 133
1. Thoroughly clean all silver-plated contact areas with a cleaning agent.
– Leave time for drying.
2. Apply grease OKS VP 980 to all silver-plated contact areas.
– Thickness of coating: 8 µm.
– Check: Fingerprint easily visible, string formation not permissible.
3. Mount the flexible connections with hexagonal bolts M12 × 40, spring
washers, and washers and tighten to a torque of 80 Nm.
4. Fit the support ring during assembly.

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6.8 Protective earthing

NOTE
Earthing of the enclosures must be executed according to the plant specific
documents.
The enclosures are electrically isolated from the pole frame.
Earthing of pole frame and control cubicle:
• Minimum cable cross-section of the protective conductor:
16 mm2 copper

The following earthing points are marked:

• two earthing points on the pole frame
• two earthing points on the control cubicle
Correct earthing of pole frame and control cubicle:
1. Connect 1 earthing point of the control cubicle to protective earthing of
the plant.
2. Connect 1 earthing point of the pole frame to protective earthing of the
plant.
Both the control cubicle and the pole frame must be earthed separately.

1 2

1 2

Fig. 6-17 Possible protective earth connections

1 Protective earth signs on the control cubicle
2 Protective earth signs on the pole frame

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6.9 Cabling
Details on wiring and cabling:
– Section 1.3.6.1 Plant specific documents, page 21.
The following items must be wired to the control cubicle:
• density monitoring switch
• hydraulic spring operating mechanism
• SDM drives
• temperature monitoring switches
• current transformers
• voltage transformers
The cabling must be carried out after the products are in their final installation
positions:
• Circuit-breaker system HECS -130XXLp
• Control cubicle
1. Ensure that concepts of switchgear interlocking are followed:
– Section 4.4.3 Switchgear interlocking, page 88

CAUTION
Damage to the product
Operations with insufficient SF6 gas filling density damages the mechanics
of the circuit-breaker even if no currents are switched.
1. Do not operate the circuit-breaker with insufficient gas filling density,
see Section 5.2.1 Density indicator SF6, page 94.
2. Do not operate the circuit-breaker before commissioning is completed.

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6.10 Completion of erection work

Checklist
1. On welds:
Ensure that corrosion protection is intact.
2. Ensure that the transport brackets are removed.
3. Ensure that the hand crank for SDM drives is stored in the holding
device below the pole frame.
If the hand crank is not in place:
a) Insert the shaft of the handcrank into the tube.
b) Secure the hand crank against misuse and loss by means of
securing pin and padlock.
4. Store the maintenance lever for later use.
5. Pack, label and store manufacturer's lifting equipment for later use.
– Section 9 Packaging, page 187
6. Recycle the packaging material.
– See Section 12 Disposal, page 205.

2
3

Fig. 6-18 Holding device for hand crank, overview and detail
1 Securing pin with chain
2 Hand crank
3 Tube
4 Hole for padlock

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6.11 Request for commissioning

In order to organise effective commissioning procedures on site, the plant
officer / operating company is requested to report the general condition on
site.

Checklist
• The product is:
– positioned at final location
– fixed to the ground
– freely accessible for the commissioner
• For products which must be accessed through the cover of the
enclosure:
– Lifting device for the covers is available.
– Space to temporarily store the covers is available.
• Temporary or final installations of AC and DC power supplies are:
– completed
– checked
– available
• Sufficient lighting is available.
• Already installed electrical connections of the customer control can
temporarily be removed by the commissioner.
• A filled SF6 gas container and filling devices are available, preferably
next to the product.
– Provide fitting adapters, if necessary.
• Consumables are available, such as:
– protective covers
– rags
– cleaning additives, recommended: ethanol (ethyl alcohol)
• Assistance by a skilled technician is available.
• A responsible and authorized person on site is available to sign the
“taking over certificate” for the customer.

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The following items influence the duration of commissioning but are not
essentially.
• The enclosures of the product are welded to the enclosures of the IPB,
• The flexible connections are ready to be connected to the conductors of
the IPB:
• Protective earthing is completed.
• Cabling and wiring of signals, alarm indications and interlocking are:
– completed
– checked
• Maintenance lever for hydraulic spring operating mechanism and hand
crank for SDM drives are available next to the product.
• Desk or table is available next to the product.
Upon receipt of the report on the general condition on site the manufacturer
will arrange for the commissioning on site.

6.11.1 High voltage test

If a high voltage test is required, the testing procedures should be performed
under supervision of a certified commissioner or overhauler. It is thus
recommended to perform a high voltage test during commisioning.
If, for any reason, a high voltage test is to be performed after commissioning
has been completed:
• Contact the manufacturer,
see Section 1.1 Manufacturer and customer support, page 13

NOTE
The test voltages are given in the factory acceptance test report. The
maximum permissible test voltage during high voltage tests must be below
75 % of the specified value for system tests,
see Section 1.3.6.1 Plant specific documents, page 21.

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7 Operation
This section is addressed to the plant officer / operating company and certified
technicians.

7.1 Introduction

7.1.1 Safety instructions

The general safety instructions must be observed as stated in Section 3
Safety instructions, page 47. Legislatory regulations, international standards,
and the guidelines of the plant officer / operating company regarding work
safety and accident prevention also apply.

DANGER
Electrocution – power installation
Hazardous voltages are present inside of the product enclosure. Electric
flashover to personnel and objects may lead to death.
1. Do not open or remove any parts of the enclosure:
– if the generator side is energised
– if the transformer side is energised
– if the product is in operation
2. Prerequisites to open the enclosure:
– generator disconnected or shut down
– transformer disconnected or earthed
– busbars earthed
– power supply and control voltage of product disconnected

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DANGER
Explosion during operation
Operation with insufficient gas filling density may cause explosion of an
interrupting chamber.
1. Only operate the circuit-breaker if the filling density of SF6 gas is in the
range GREEN, see Section 5.2.1 Density indicator SF6, page 94.
If the number and / or nature of switching operations exceed the limits given
within this document any further operation may cause explosion of an
interrupting chamber.
1. Be aware of the consequences resulting from switching operations.
2. Observe the maintenance schedule to keep the product in its
functional condition. See Section 8 Maintenance, page 155.

DANGER
Explosion
Operation of the drive for the disconnector:
1. Ensure that the circuit-breaker is open if the drive for the disconnector
is operated.
– Section 4.4.3.5 Earthing switches, page 91
Operation of the drives for earthing switches:
1. Ensure that earthing switches are not closed towards live conductors.
Operation of the drive for an earthing switch with short-circuiting
connection:
1. Ensure that the earthing switch does not switch currents exceeding the
values specified:
– Section 2.3.1.10 Earthing switch with motor operated short-
circuiting connection – optional, page 35
Hand crank may only be used for maintenance purposes!

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WARNING
Bruises
Unexpected switching operations may cause injuries by movements of
operating linkages.
1. Never stay underneath the pole frame:
– during operation
– during commissioning, maintenance and overhaul, if the hydraulic
spring operating mechanism is charged and / or if a SDM drive is in
the motorised operation mode

7.1.2 Target group

Correct execution of work is the responsibility of the plant officer / operating
company.
Minimum qualification for assigned personnel: operator
– according to Section 1.2 Target groups, page 14.

7.2 Operating modes

The following operating modes must be considered:
• REMOTE from the plant main control desk:
Description of operation in the REMOTE operating mode is not part of this
document. The information is provided by the plant officer / operating
company.
• LOCAL operating mode:
– LOCAL from the control cubicle
If the product is operated in combination with the control cubicle of
the manufacturer:
see Section 7.4 Control cubicle, page 149
– LOCAL on product
see Section 7.3 SDM drive, page 142.

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7.3 SDM drive

Depending on the plant specific product configuration the following SDM
drives may be present:
• SDM drive for disconnector
• SDM drive for earthing switch Q82 – optional
• SDM drive for earthing switch Q81 – optional
The operating and indicating elements of SDM drives are accessible on the
pole frame, see Section 5.4 SDM drive, page 98.

7.3.1 Normal operation

During normal operation the operating panel is secured with a cover and the
SDM drive is in the motorised operation mode. The connected switching
element can be switched REMOTE from the plant main control desk or LOCAL
from the control cubicle. It is not possible to change settings on the operating
panel of the SDM drive.

Settings for normal operation:

• access key: removed
• locking key for OFF position: inserted
• locking key for ON position: inserted
• switching position of the connected switching element: ON or OFF
• locking tab for hand crank: LOCKED

Knob for selection of drive mode:

• in motorised operation

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7.3.2 Using the control panel

Prerequisites Before starting any manipulations:
• Generator: disconnected or shut down
• Transformer: disconnected or earthed
• Access key: required
• Permit to work: required
– Section 3.6 Safety recommendations and standard procedures,
page 58
If the control cubicle of the manufacturer is in use:
• Operating mode of the control cubicle: LOCAL

NOTE
The procedures for obtaining a permit to work and any reports for
documentation of the permit to work are the responsibility of the plant
officer / operating company.
The access key is provided by the plant officer / operating company when
the permit to work is granted. When the work has been completed the key
must be returned to the plant officer / operating company. Deviations must
be noted in the permit to work.
Access and locking keys:
• only fit into the drive which they were supplied with
• are individually coded and can only be used for the allocated key
switch

Operating elements necessary:

Access key

Locking key for OFF position

Locking key for ON position

Hand crank

Knob for selection of drive mode

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7.3.2.1 Enabling the operating panel for operation

The drive modes can only be set when the operating panel has been enabled
with the access key :
1. Release and remove the cover of the operating panel with a
screwdriver.
2. Insert the access key into key switch for the access key.
3. Turn the access key clockwise by 90°.
The operating panel is enabled for operation and motorised operation of
the SDM drive is no longer possible.

7.3.2.2 Setting the drive modes

With the access key inserted, the drive modes can be changed by turning
the knob for selection of drive mode.
The availability of drive modes depends on the switching position of the
switching element connected. This can be in position ON or OFF. The
switching position is shown by the position indicator in the window next to the
operating panel of the drive.
Possible settings of drive mode:
– Fig. 7-1 Switching element in switching position OFF, page 145
– Fig. 7-2 Switching element in switching position ON, page 145
The operating elements which are unavailable with the respective switching
position are greyed-out in these figures.

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Possible drive modes:

1HC0023496P0001

• hand crank operation

• motorised operation, for example

from the control cubicle of the
manufacturer
O
• locking the drive in the OFF position

Fig. 7-1 Switching element in switching position OFF

Possible drive modes:

1HC0023496P0001

• hand crank operation

• motorised operation, for example

from the control cubicle of the
manufacturer
l
• locking the drive in the ON position

Fig. 7-2 Switching element in switching position ON

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7.3.2.3 Hand crank operation

1. Ensure that the access and locking keys are inserted.

2. Knob for selection of drive mode:
select hand crank operation
The locking tab for the hand crank is OPEN.

3. Insert the hand crank into the opening for insertion of the hand crank.
4. By turning the hand crank: Move the connected switching element into
the required switching position.
The turning direction to the switching positions ON and OFF is marked
by arrows and symbols above the opening for insertion of hand crank.

NOTE
To select another drive mode first remove the hand crank.

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7.3.2.4 Locking a switching element

NOTE
The SDM drive can only be locked if the connected switching element is in
the required switching position, to change switching position:
– Section 7.3.2.3 Hand crank operation, page 146

Locking the drive in the OFF position

1. Ensure that the access and locking keys are inserted.

2. Knob for selection of drive mode:
select locking the drive in the OFF position
The locking tab for the hand crank is LOCKED.

3. Turn the locking key for OFF position by 90° in a clockwise direction
and pull out the key.
Motorised operation and hand crank operation of the connected
switching element is blocked.

Locking the drive in the ON position

1. Ensure that the access and locking keys are inserted.

2. Knob for selection of drive mode:
select locking the drive in the ON position
The locking tab for the hand crank is LOCKED.

3. Turn the locking key for ON position by 90° in a clockwise direction

and pull out the key.
Motorised operation and hand crank operation of the connected
switching element is blocked.

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7.3.2.5 Unlocking a switching element

Unlocking the OFF position:
1. Insert the locking key for OFF position and turn it by 90° in an
anticlockwise direction.
Unlocking the ON position:
1. Insert the locking key for ON position and turn it by 90° in an
anticlockwise direction.

7.3.2.6 Returning to normal operation

1. Ensure that the locking keys are inserted.

2. Knob for selection of drive mode:
select motorised operation
3. Turn the access key by 90° in an anticlockwise direction and pull out
the key.
4. Mount the cover of the operating panel with a screwdriver.
5. Return the access key to the plant officer / operating company.
6. Clear the permit to work:
– Section 3.6 Safety recommendations and standard procedures,
page 58

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7.4 Control cubicle

NOTE
Permission for access to the product and safe-keeping of the keys for the
product is the responsibility of the plant officer / operating company.

7.4.1 REMOTE operating mode

During normal operation of the plant the circuit-breaker system should be in
REMOTE operating mode:
• interlocking key switch S2 in position REMOTE
• interlocking key removed
• control cubicle locked
The connected switching elements can be switched REMOTE from the plant
main control desk. Safekeeping of the 2 keys and administration of access
authorisation are the responsibility of the plant officer / operating company.

7.4.2 Using the control panel

Prerequisites Before starting any manipulations:
• Access key: required
• Interlocking key for switch S2: required
• Permit to work: required
– Section 3.6 Safety recommendations and standard procedures,
page 58

NOTE
The procedures for obtaining a permit to work and any reports for
documentation of the permit to work are the responsibility of the plant
officer / operating company.
The access key and the interlocking key for switch S2 are provided by the
plant officer / operating company when the permit to work is granted. When
the work has been completed the key must be returned to the plant officer /
operating company. Deviations must be noted in the permit to work.
Access and interlocking keys are individually coded and can only be used
for the allocated control cubicle.

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7.4.2.1 Access to the control panel

To have access to the control panel the control cubicle has to be unlocked.
1. Insert the access key into the lock of the door in front of the control
panel and unlock.
2. Open the door for access to the control panel.

7.4.2.2 Switching operating mode on the control cubicle

1. Insert the interlock key into the interlocking key switch S2 on the signal
board.
2. Turn the key into the LOCAL or REMOTE position.

7.4.2.3 Performing a LAMP TEST

1. Insert the interlock key into the interlocking key switch S2 on the signal
board.
2. Turn the key into the LAMP TEST position.
As a result:
– all indicating elements should be illuminated

7.4.2.4 Operation in LOCAL operating mode

NOTE
Opening operations TRIP 2 ignore mode selection
If LOCAL mode is selected, this selection will be ignored by TRIP 2 signals.
Thus the circuit-breaker is capable to perform opening operations TRIP 2
independent from mode selection.
See Section 4.4 Safety and control equipment, page 87.

NOTE
In REMOTE operating mode operation of the switching elements on the
control cubicle is inhibited. The pushbuttons for the switching elements are
illuminated, but inactive.

NOTE
Due to the electrical interlocking principles some switching elements can not
be operated at any time.
See Section 4.4 Safety and control equipment, page 87.

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The actual position of a switching element is indicated by illumination of the

pushbutton on the mimic diagram. To initialise a switching operation of a
switching element press the pushbutton which is not illuminated at that time.
1. Insert the interlock key into the interlocking key switch S2 on the signal
board.
2. Turn the key into the LOCAL position.
3. Press the desired pushbutton.
As a result:
– the switching element changes status
– illumination of the pushbuttons changes

7.4.2.5 Returning to REMOTE operating mode

1. Turn the interlock key for interlocking key switch S2 into the REMOTE
position.
2. Pull out the key for interlocking key switch S2.
3. Close the door of the control cubicle.
4. Lock the door of the control cubicle.
5. Pull out the access key.
6. Return both keys to the plant officer / operating company.
7. Clear the permit to work:

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7.5 Fault recognition

The following instructions apply if switchgear interlocking is installed
according to Section 4.4.3 Switchgear interlocking, page 88.

7.5.1 Gas equipment

NOTE
Contact the manufacturer if there are discrepancies between indication on
the density indicator SF6 and the signals from the density monitoring switch:
– Section 1.1 Manufacturer and customer support, page 13

Density monitoring switch: Density indicator SF6: Meaning Action required

Signal Indication range

No signal set GREEN Gas density is all No action

right. required

REFILL SF6 YELLOW There may be a gas Contact

leakage. manufacturer
REFILL SF6 RED There may be a gas Contact
BLOCKING CLOSE / TRIP 1a leakage. manufacturer
BLOCKING TRIP 2a The circuit-breaker
must not be operated
any longer.
Tab. 7-1 Signal description and meaning

a: For safety reasons minimum functional density is monitored by two independent micro switches.

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7.5.2 Hydraulic spring operating mechanism

Signal Meaning Action required

LONG TIME PUMP RUNNINGa The threshold for switching off the pump is Contact
not reached within a defined interval. manufacturer
The pump will not restart unless the signal is
manually reset.

BLOCKING C Insufficient pressure for the drive mechanism Contact

of the hydraulic spring operating mechanism. manufacturer
The circuit-breaker can only perform one
more opening operation.

BLOCKING Ob Insufficient pressure for the drive mechanism Contact

of the hydraulic spring operating mechanism. manufacturer
The circuit-breaker cannot perform another
closing or opening operation.
Tab. 7-2 Signal description and meaning

a: Signal is only available in combination with a control cubicle of the manufacturer.

b: For safety reasons the blocking range of spring travel is monitored by independent micro
switches for TRIP 1 and TRIP 2.

7.5.3 Temperature monitoring switch

Signal Meaning Action required

TEMPERATURE TOO HIGH, A temperature monitoring switch has been Contact

phase 1, 2, and 3 activated. The temperature of the conductor manufacturer
of the respective phase is too high. If one of
these signals is set, the load current must be
reduced after 30 min, by 1 kA / min.
Specifications:
– Section 2.3.1 Circuit-breaker system,
page 28
Tab. 7-3 Signal description and meaning

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7.5.4 SDM drives

Signal Meaning Action required

MOTOR PROTECTION SWITCH The motor of an SDM drive has been If failure persists:
TRIPPEDa overloaded. Possible reasons: Contact
Sources of signal: – mechanical defect of operating linkage manufacturer
– disconnector Q9 – failure of power supply
– earthing switch Q81 – motor defective
– earthing switch Q82 The drive will not restart unless the motor
protection switch is manually reset.
Tab. 7-4 Signal description and meaning

a: Signals are only available in combination with a control cubicle of the manufacturer.

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8 Maintenance
This section is addressed to the plant officer / operating company and certified
technicians.

8.1 Introduction
The section gives an overview of the maintenance concept. A maintenance
plan is provided which enables the planning of tasks to be carried out to
retain the product in its functional state.

8.1.1 Safety instructions

The general safety instructions must be observed:
– Section 3 Safety instructions, page 47
Legislatory regulations, international standards, and the guidelines of the
plant officer / operating company regarding work safety and accident
prevention also apply.
The maintenance plan must strictly be followed to prevent a wearout failure
which may lead to a critical fault. Non-observance is considered to be
mishandling.

8.1.2 Target group

The appropriate planning of maintenance is the responsibility of the plant
officer / operating company. The minimum qualification for assigned
personnel must be in accordance with:
– Section 1.2 Target groups, page 14
In case of uncertainties with regard to interpretation do not hesitate to contact
the manufacturer:
– Section 1.1 Manufacturer and customer support, page 13

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8.2 Maintenance concept

Manufacturer’s maintenance concept is intended to:
• ensure a qualified service for the product against predictable and
unpredictable events for as long as possible
• ensure the knowledge to service the product for its lifetime
• ensure the availability of wear and tear parts for the lifetime of the
product
• maximise the time the product is in operation
• keep the costs for maintenance predictable

8.2.1 Targets of maintenance

Maintenance is intended to:
• retain the product in its safe and functional condition
• reduce the risk of unexpected down times of the plant

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8.3 Maintenance chart

OPERATION

PERIODIC CHECKS

STATUS SIGNALS Supervisory tasks:

- Number of operations
- Current of each operation
Interval: 1 day

one of the overhaul

criteria reached? Routine checks:
no or - Check gas density
any deviation from - Check oil level
technical specifications? Interval: 1 month

yes
Functional checks:
Unpredictable events
- Check function
- Malfunction
- Check functional reliability
- Damage
Interval: 1 year
- Other events

yes end of product life cycle

CUSTOMISED SERVICES
reached?
Verification measurements
no Extended functional checks

functional status known? no

yes

DECOMMISSIONING OVERHAUL

REPAIR
DISPOSAL

Fig. 8-1 Maintenance chart

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8.3.1 Status signals

DANGER
Hazardous operating conditions
The following hazardous operating conditions must definitely be avoided:
SF6 gas density below the minimum functional density:
• An interrupting chamber may explode if currents are switched off
beyond.
• Operations with insufficient gas filling density damages the mechanics
of the circuit-breaker even if no currents are switched.
Spring travel of the disc springs of the hydraulic spring operating
mechanism below the thresholds for closing and opening operations:
• The circuit-breaker will not reliably switch.
If the product is operated in combination with the control cubicle of the
manufacturer:
• Switching is blocked at hazardous operating conditions. The
corresponding failure is indicated on a signal board.
If the control cubicle is not in use:
• It is the responsibility of the plant officer / operating company to install a
control system which effectively eliminates operation at hazardous
operating conditions.

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Auxiliary means to detect overhaul criteria and failures

NOTE
Evaluating systems for status signals are not part of the product.The
availability of such systems depends on plant specific configuration.
The full set of status signals is available only in combination with a control
cubicle of the manufacturer.

Status signals which may be evaluated to substitute periodic checks:

Signal from the density monitoring switch:
• REFILL SF6
Signal generated in the control cubicle:
• LONG TIME PUMP RUNNING
For signal description see:
– Section 7.5 Fault recognition, page 152

Counters in the control cubicle:

• Operation counter
displays the number of close-open operations of the product.
– Usage:
The total number of close-open operations is essential to determine
if an overhaul criterion is reached.
• Pumping operation counter
displays the number of starting operations of the pump of the hydraulic
spring operating mechanism.
– Usage:
The number of pumping operations per day may be taken as a
measure to monitor internal tightness of the hydraulic spring
operating mechanism, see documentation of the hydraulic spring
operating mechanism.
Refer to:
– Fig. 8-1 Maintenance chart, page 157 for overview
– Section 8.5 Periodic checks, page 166 for task descriptions
– Section 8.3.2.2 Overhaul criteria, page 160 for a listing of overhaul
criteria
– Section 8.4.1 Adapting time intervals, page 164 for assistance to
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8.3.2 Scheduled maintenance

Scheduled maintenance serves to analyse and, if necessary, to re-establish
the functional state of the product. If evaluating systems are used to monitor
status signals these optional systems must also be checked.
Scheduled maintenance involves periodic checks which must be performed
regularly, based upon fixed intervals specified in a maintenance plan.
Refer to:
– Fig. 8-1 Maintenance chart, page 157 for overview
– Section 8.4 Maintenance plan, page 163
– Section 8.5 Periodic checks, page 166 for task descriptions

8.3.2.1 Analysing tasks

The following items of the maintenance plan are aimed to analyse the
functional state of the product and associated optional systems:
• Periodic checks under the responsibility of the plant officer / operating
company, see Section 8.5 Periodic checks, page 166.
• Customised services, by arrangement with and under the responsibility
of the manufacturer, see Section 8.6 Customised services, page 173.
Normal operation of the product can be resumed if the analysing tasks do not
reveal that an overhaul criterion is reached. Otherwise overhaul is required.

8.3.2.2 Overhaul criteria

Overhaul is required if one of the following criteria is reached.
Circuit-breaker
• Mechanical overhaul:
20000 close-open operations
• Electrical overhaul:
Accumulated ablation coefficient reaches 20000.
Disconnector
• Mechanical overhaul:
20000 close-open operations
Earthing switch – option
• Mechanical overhaul:
5000 close-open operations

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Earthing switch with motor operated short-circuiting connection –

option
• Mechanical overhaul:
5000 close-open operations
• Electrical overhaul:
Number of switching operations under residual voltage conditions
reaches 20 close-open operations.
Any individual switching operation must not exceed the values specified:
– Section 2.3.1.10 Earthing switch with motor operated short-
circuiting connection – optional, page 35
Circuit-breaker system
• Time based overhaul:
20 years:
Any of the listed items leads to an overhaul; the first occurrence must be
considered seriously.
For calculating overhaul criteria:
– Section 8.7.1 Mechanical lifetime, page 178
– Section 8.7.2 Electrical lifetime, page 179

8.3.2.3 Overhaul tasks

If an overhaul criterion has been reached the manufacturer offers overhaul
packages which re-establish the functional state of the product.
Refer to:
– Section 8.7.3.1 Mechanical overhaul, page 185
– Section 8.7.3.2 Electrical overhaul, page 186
– Section 8.7.3.3 Time based overhaul, page 186

8.3.2.4 End of product life cycle

End of product life cycle is defined as follows:
• mechanical:
– 40000 close-open operations,
see Section 8.7.1 Mechanical lifetime, page 178.
• time based:
– 40 years

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8.3.3 Administrative tasks

It is the responsibility of the plant officer / operating company:
• to organise maintenance work
• to be always competent about the functional state of the product
• to keep in contact with the manufacturer
To meet the above tasks the maintenance plan must be adapted to the plant
specific conditions:
– Section 8.4 Maintenance plan, page 163

8.3.3.1 Organising overhaul

Overhaul requires a shutdown of the product and the respective unit within
the plant.
To reduce down times of the plant:
• Overhaul should be synchronised with the annual shutdown of the
respective unit within the plant.
• The expected date of overhaul can be estimated from the number of
close-open operations per year.
• Contact the manufacturer early enough to schedule overhaul as
desired.

NOTE
Electrical overhaul
The plant officer / operating company is advised to plan overhauls of contact
material in due time, before ∑ k(I) has reached a value of 15000. In case of
∑ k(I) >15000, an additional switching of an over-current would immediately
lead to a value of ∑ k(I) >20000 at which the circuit-breaker must not be
operated any longer:
– Section 8.7.2 Electrical lifetime, page 179

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8.4 Maintenance plan

Periodic checks Target groupa

• supervisory tasks time interval 1 day operator

• routine checks time interval 1 month operator

• functional checks time interval 1 year operator

Customised services
• verification measurements as required / by arrangement certified commissioner,
DRMb: certified overhauler

• extended functional checks as required / by arrangement certified overhauler

Overhaul
• mechanical overhaul

– circuit-breaker counter readings 20000 COc certified overhauler

– disconnector 20000 COc

– earthing switch – option 5000 COc certified overhauler

– earthing switch with motor 5000 COc certified overhauler

operated short-circuiting
connection – option

• electrical overhaul

– circuit-breaker accumulated ablation 20000 certified overhauler

coefficient

– earthing switch with motor number of operations 20 COc certified overhauler

operated short-circuiting under residual voltage
connection – option conditionsd

• time based overhaul

– circuit-breaker system time interval 20 years certified overhauler

End of product life cycle

• mechanical 40000 COc

• time based 40 years

Tab. 8-1 Maintenance plan

a: Minimum certificate
b: DRM = dynamic resistance measurement
c: CO = close-open operations
d: Any individual switching operation must not exceed the values specified. See Section 2.3.1.10
Earthing switch with motor operated short-circuiting connection – optional, page 35

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The maintenance plan states the maintenance tasks necessary. The intervals
refer to a frequently switching circuit-breaker, e.g. in a pumped storage power
plant.
An evaluation of status signals is not considered by this maintenance plan:
– Section 8.3.1 Status signals, page 158
For information on lifetime:
– Section 8.7.1 Mechanical lifetime, page 178
– Section 8.7.2 Electrical lifetime, page 179

8.4.1 Adapting time intervals

It is the responsibility of the plant officer / operating company to adapt the
maintenance plan to the local conditions.

Supervisory tasks, 1 day interval

Logging all switching operations is considered a vital and integral part of the
maintenance. Mechanical and electrical lifetime are based upon the total
number of close-open operations and the effective value of switched current
(rms-value) for each operation.

NOTE
It must be ensured that all close-open operations are counted. Suitable
counters are available if the product is operated in combination with the
control cubicle of the manufacturer:
– Section 8.3.1 Status signals, page 158
It is the responsibility of the plant officer / operating company:
– to verify the function of counters
– to log all close-open operations if suitable counters are not available

Adapting the interval of supervisory tasks:

• An interval of 1 day assumes that there are frequent switching
operations, e. g. in a pumped storage power plant.
• If the product switches rarely the interval may be prolonged.
• If an automated evaluating system is involved, supervisory tasks should
focus on checking the reliability of the evaluating system; the interval
may be prolonged.

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Routine checks, 1 month interval

The routine checks are aimed to verify the tightness of the gas equipment
and the hydraulic spring operating mechanism. Sudden failures of both
systems are detected by alarming and blocking signals:
– Section 8.3.1 Status signals, page 158
Adapting the interval of routine checks:
• The interval should only be modified if the status signals are
permanently monitored by an evaluating system.
Under these conditions routine checks should focus on checking the
reliability of the evaluating system; the interval may be prolonged to one
year.

Functional checks, 1 year interval

Functional checks are aimed to verify the functional state of the product. A
shutdown of the product and the respective unit within the plant is required.
• The interval must not be modified.
• Functional checks of rarely switching products ensure the reliability of
the product in emergency situations.
The timing of the functional checks should be synchronised with the annual
shutdown of the respective unit within the plant.

Customised services
Customised services are performed by arrangement with and under the
responsibility of the manufacturer and should be carried out to complete
scheduled maintenance. A shutdown of the product and the respective unit
within the plant is required.
• The interval depends on plant specific operating cycles.

NOTE
The manufacturer recommends dynamic resistance measurements at
∑ k (I) = 5000 and again at ∑ k (I) = 10000 and ∑ k (I) = 15000.

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8.5 Periodic checks

DANGER
Electrocution – power installation
Hazardous voltages are present inside of the product enclosure. Electric
flashover to personnel and objects may lead to death.
1. Do not open or remove any parts of the enclosure:
– if the generator side is energised
– if the transformer side is energised
– if the product is in operation
2. Prerequisites to open the enclosure:
– generator disconnected or shut down
– transformer disconnected or earthed
– busbars earthed
– power supply and control voltage of product disconnected

The following periodic checks may be carried out while the product, the
transformer, and the generator are in operation:
• supervisory tasks
• routine checks
The following periodic checks must only be carried out during shutdown of
the product and the respective unit within the plant:
• functional checks

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8.5.1 Supervisory tasks

Interval 1 day, see Section 8.4.1 Adapting time intervals, page 164.

Target group Operator

Prerequisites • Generator: in operation

• Product: in operation
• Enclosures of the product remain closed

Tasks Collect the following data for logbook entries:

• Date and time.
• Counter readings
• Total number of close-open operations.
• Effective value of switched current (rms-value) for each switching
operation, switched current = 0 A for no load switching operations.
• Calculation of corresponding ablation coefficient.
• Accumulated sum of ablation coefficients since last overhaul.

Results • Record findings in logbook or report form.

• Compare results with criteria for overhaul.
• Depending on results or, if queries arise:
– Contact manufacturer for advice and / or further actions.
– Report deviations with report and photos to manufacturer.
For detailed descriptions:
– Tab. 8-1 Maintenance plan, page 163
– Section 8.7.1 Mechanical lifetime, page 178
– Section 8.7.2 Electrical lifetime, page 179

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8.5.2 Routine checks

Interval 1 month to 1 year, see Section 8.4.1 Adapting time intervals, page 164.

Target group Operator

Prerequisites • Generator: in operation

• Product: in operation
• Enclosures of the product: remain closed

Tasks • Repeat supervisory tasks:

– Section 8.5.1 Supervisory tasks, page 167
• Check gas density:
– Section 8.5.2.1 Check gas density, page 169
• Check oil level on hydraulic spring operating mechanism:
– Section 8.5.2.2 Check oil level, page 170

Results • Record findings in logbook or report form.

• Compare results with criteria for overhaul.
• Depending on results or, if queries arise:
– Contact manufacturer for advice and / or further actions.
– Report deviations with report and photos to manufacturer.

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8.5.2.1 Check gas density

1. Check the density of the SF6 gas and note down the position of the
pointer.
2. Interpretation of the reading:
– Section 5.2.1.1 Indication ranges, page 95

NOTE
Indication of elevated Density
High densities above the marking point BLACK may be indicated with high
temperature differences between interrupting chamber and environment.
Correct reading only is possible with stable temperatures during down time.

5 3

Fig. 8-2 Density indicator

1 Indication range YELLOW
2 Marking point BLACK
3 Indication range GREEN
4 Indication range BLACK
5 Indication range RED

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8.5.2.2 Check oil level

1. Visually check the oil level.
– Follow the instructions in the document of the hydraulic spring
operating mechanism,
see Section 1.3.6 Additional documents, page 21.

3 2

Fig. 8-3 Indicating elements of the hydraulic spring operating mechanism

1 Position indicator of the circuit-breaker
2 Inspection window for the filling level of hydraulic oil
3 Inspection window for the spring travel

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8.5.3 Functional checks

Interval 1 year

Target group Operator, certified commissioner, overhauler and / or supervisor

8.5.3.1 Check function

Prerequisites • Generator: disconnected or shut down

• Transformer: disconnected or earthed
• Busbars: earthed
• Power supply and control voltage of product: required
– Section 2.4 Power supply, interfaces, connections, page 38
• Enclosures of the product: remain closed

Tasks • Operate the circuit-breaker from the control cubicle by using electric
control.
During the switching operations attend to any abnormalities, particularly
with regard to noise, status signals, runtime of the pump of the hydraulic
spring operating mechanism. Observe the documentation of the
hydraulic spring operating mechanism.
– Section 1.3.6 Additional documents, page 21.
• Operate the SDM drives:
– from the control cubicle by using electric control
– from the control panel by using electric control
– by using the hand crank
See Section 7.3.2 Using the control panel, page 143
During the switching operations attend to any abnormalities, particularly
with regard to noise and status signals.

Results • Record findings in logbook or report form.

• Compare results with criteria for overhaul.
• Depending on results or, if queries arise:
– Contact manufacturer for advice and / or further actions.
– Report deviations with report and photos to manufacturer.

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8.5.3.2 Check functional reliability

Prerequisites • Generator: disconnected or shut down

• Transformer: disconnected or earthed
• Busbars: earthed
• Power supply and control voltage of product: disconnected
• Enclosures of the product: must be opened

Tasks • Repeat supervisory tasks and routine checks:

– Section 8.5.1 Supervisory tasks, page 167.
– Section 8.5.2 Routine checks, page 168.
• Check for external, visually recognisable damages on the product.
• Check mechanical connections for intactness and stability.
• Check electrical connections for intactness and stability.

Results • Record findings in logbook or report form.

• Compare results with criteria for overhaul.
• Depending on results or, if queries arise:
– Contact manufacturer for advice and / or further actions.
– Report deviations with report and photos to manufacturer.

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8.6 Customised services

Customised services support the safe and reliable operation of the product
and reduce the risk of an instantaneous unavailability.
Customised services may be carried out:
• as a part of scheduled maintenance
• after the occurrence of an unpredictable event to verify the physical
condition of the product
The manufacturer offers service packages comprising the following items:
• verification measurements:
– travel measurement vs. time
– dynamic resistance measurement
• extended functional checks:
– gas equipment
– hydraulic spring operating mechanism

Interval Customised services are performed by arrangement with and under the
responsibility of the manufacturer. Contact the manufacturer early enough to
schedule the services as desired.

Prerequisites • Generator: disconnected or shut down

• Transformer: disconnected or earthed
• Busbars: earthed
• Power supply and control voltage of product: available
• Enclosures of the product: must be opened

Equipment Customised services require special measurement equipment depending on

the tasks to be performed.

Time required The time indicated in the description of the individual tasks is approximate
and refers to net time duration required for the tasks to be performed,
including the necessary measurement equipment set-up and completion of
the tasks.
The time required does not include possible time delays for administrative,
organisational and infrastructural reasons.

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8.6.1 Verification measurements

Results Measurement graphs and records. The results are checked against previous
test protocols based on test measurement, factory acceptance tests, etc.

Recommendations The results enable the plant officer / operating company to decide either
• for an immediate overhaul
– or –
• to continue operation.
If operation is continued the results enable the plant officer / operating
company to synchronise further maintenance activities with other
maintenance activities in the respective unit within the plant,
see Section 8.3.3 Administrative tasks, page 162.
Further maintenance activities:
– deferred overhaul
– further verification measurements

8.6.1.1 Travel measurement vs. time

The result of a travel measurement vs. time is to verify the mechanical
performance of the product. The travel measurement vs. time is
recommended for rarely switching products and after storage periods of more
than 12 months.

Target group Certified commissioner, overhauler, and / or supervisor

Time required Approx. 10 net working hours

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8.6.1.2 Dynamic resistance measurement

NOTE
The manufacturer recommends dynamic resistance measurements at
∑ k (I) = 5000 and again at ∑ k (I) = 10000 and ∑ k (I) = 15000.

The dynamic resistance measurement determines the ablation of the arcing

contact material. It can thus be used to verify the degree of ablation
calculated by the ablation coefficient k:
– Section 8.7.2 Electrical lifetime, page 179.
Dynamic resistance measurements must individually be performed for each
interrupting chamber.

Target group Certified overhauler and / or supervisor

Time required Approx. 10 net working hours

Expressions used

rms-value Root-mean-square value

Time difference Time difference between the separation of the nominal contacts and the
separation of the arcing contacts.

Background
During each opening operation, depending on the rms-value of the switched
current, a fraction of the arcing contact material burns away. This leads to a
shorter time difference – between the separation of the nominal contacts and
the separation of the arcing contacts – during the next switching operation.

Measuring principle
During an opening operation abrupt resistance changes coincide with the
separation of the nominal contacts and the separation of the arcing contacts.
According to Ohms law, at a constant DC test current these resistance
changes result in sudden changes of the voltage drop measured over the
interrupting chamber. The corresponding time difference is determined as the
relevant measurement.
The circuit-breaker requires overhaul if the time difference has fallen below a
defined minimal value.

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8.6.2 Extended functional checks

Target group Certified overhauler, and / or supervisor

8.6.2.1 Gas equipment

The service for gas equipment includes:
• A general mechanical inspection of:
– the piping and connections
– the density monitoring switch and the density indicator
• A calibration of the density monitoring switch and the density indicator
with a calibrated density gauge.
• Optional:
Checking the quality of the SF6 gas inside the product.
• Refilling gas, if necessary.

Time required Approx. 10 net working hours

8.6.2.2 Hydraulic spring operating mechanism

The service for the hydraulic spring operating mechanism includes:
• Visual inspection.
• The inspection of:
– the external and internal tightness
– the carbon brushes
– the trip coils
• The measurement of the runtime of the pump.

Time required Approx. 10 net working hours

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8.7 Overhaul information

Overhaul is corrective maintenance to restore the required functional state of
the product.
The manufacturer offers special overhaul packages which match the specific
maintenance requirements.
Overhaul comprises a partial dismantling of the product, the replacement of
line replaceable units and mechanical and / or electrical parts due to wear and
tear as well as re-assembling and re-commissioning.
Appropriate to the respective scope the manufacturer offers special overhaul
packages:
• mechanical overhaul
• electrical overhaul
• time based overhaul

Target group Certified overhauler or supervisor

Assistants 2 skilled technicians are requested for assistance.

Time required See Section 8.7.3 Overhaul packages, page 185.

The respective time indicated is approximate and refers to net time duration
required for the tasks to be performed, including the necessary equipment
set-up and completion of the tasks.
The time required does not include possible time delays for administrative,
organisational and infrastructural reasons.
The given value of time required assumes an easy access to the product.

Planning Contact the manufacturer early enough to synchronise overhaul of the

product with other maintenance activities in the respective unit of the plant.

Prerequisites All overhaul packages require:

• Generator: disconnected or shut down
• Transformer: disconnected or earthed
• Busbars: earthed
• Power supply and control voltage of product: available but disconnected
• Enclosures of the product: must be opened

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8.7.1 Mechanical lifetime

Mechanical lifetime is based on counter readings of close-open operations.
Ideally the corresponding counter is located inside of the control cubicle.
The plant officer / operating company must ensure that all close-open
operations are counted:
• if there is no control cubicle
• if there is no counter
Mechanical lifetime must be considered for:
• circuit breaker
• disconnector
• earthing switches
Mechanical overhaul is required if the corresponding overhaul criterion is
reached:
– Section 8.3.2.2 Overhaul criteria, page 160

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8.7.2 Electrical lifetime

Electrical lifetime is based upon the accumulated ablation of contact material
during all switching operations. Thereby opening and closing operations of
the circuit breaker and switching operations under residual voltage conditions
of the earthing switch with motor operated short-circuiting connection must be
considered differently.
Electrical lifetime must be considered for:
• circuit-breaker
• earthing switch with motor operated short-circuiting connection
Electrical overhaul is required if the corresponding overhaul criterion is
reached:
– Section 8.3.2.2 Overhaul criteria, page 160

Expressions used

rms-value Root-mean-square value

Time difference Time difference between the separation of the nominal contacts and the
separation of the arcing contacts.

150 % IC 150 % of rated continuous current

8.7.2.1 Opening operations of circuit-breaker

During each opening operation, depending on the rms-value of the switched
current, a fraction of the arcing contact material burns away. To calculate this
loss of contact material, an ablation coefficient k is assigned to each opening
operation. The ablation coefficient is proportional to a reduced time
difference, see Section 8.6.1.2 Dynamic resistance measurement, page 175.
It is important to measure the rms-value of the switched current correctly.
Shortly before contact separation, the current may rise or decrease.
Therefore, the current must be measured just before contact separation takes
place, typically during the last two cycles before contact separation.
Fig. 8-4, page 180 exemplarily shows the course of the current during an
opening operation. If a calculation was based upon the continuous current,
the assigned ablation coefficient k would be undervalued because, in the
given example, the current rises just before contact separation takes place.

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NOTE
Fig. 8-4, page 180 shows that current changes may occur in advance of an
opening operation. Magnitude and direction of these current changes
depend on the plant specific conditions under which the circuit-breaker is
operated.

1 2
Instantaneous current

3 4 5

Time

Fig. 8-4 Course of current during an opening operation

1 Continuous current
2 Interval for measuring the current
3 Trip signal
4 Contact separation
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Calculating individual ablation coefficients k

The ablation coefficients k for all currents I between 0 kA and rated short-
circuit current are displayed in:
– Fig. 8-5 Ablation coefficient k, page 183

Small currents For small currents electrical wear due to the ablation of contact material is
negligible and mechanical wear limits lifetime. This fact is accommodated by
fixing the ablation coefficient k to 1. If a circuit-breaker only switched these
small currents, the criteria for mechanical overhaul and electrical overhaul
would be reached simultaneously.
For small currents:
k=1

Load currents For load currents up to 150 % IC the ablation coefficient rises continuously.
Within this range the ablation coefficient is proportional to the ablation of the
arcing contacts.
For load currents ≤ 150 % IC:
k = f (I)

Over-currents Currents above 150 % IC are assumed to be over-currents. Due to the higher
voltage stress, the breaking of such currents creates longer arcing times than
the breaking of currents below rated continuous current IC. At these
conditions the ablation of contact material increases disproportionately.
In addition, high electrodynamic forces arise which reduce the mechanical
lifetime of the circuit-breaker.
Furthermore, currents above 150 % IC may be undervalued because the
monitoring current transformer is operated at its saturation level. By default
the operating ranges of current transformers are dimensioned for the rated
continuous current IC.
As a consequence, any current above 150 % IC is assumed to be an over-
current to which a ablation coefficient k of 5000 is assigned.
For over-currents > 150 % IC:
k = 5000

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Total sum of ablation coefficients k

The criterion for electrical overhaul is defined by the formula:
• total sum of ablation coefficients k: ∑ k(I) > 20000
During the entire operational time of the circuit-breaker, the ablation
coefficients k of all individual opening operations must be added up as
exemplarily shown in Tab. 8-2, page 184.
As long as the sum ∑k(I) is smaller or equal to 20000, at least one additional
over-current switching operation is possible. As soon as ∑ k(I) reaches a
value greater than 20000 the circuit-breaker must not be operated any longer
and an overhaul must be performed.
For organising overhaul:
– Section 8.3.3 Administrative tasks, page 162
The plant officer / operating company is advised to plan overhauls in due time,
before ∑k(I) has reached a value of 15000. If ∑k(I) is greater than 15000 one
additional over-current switching operation will increase ∑k(I) to a value
above 20000 at which the circuit-breaker must not be operated any longer.
Summation of ablation coefficients k restarts after completion of the electrical
overhaul.

Validation by dynamic resistance measurement

The calculation of the total sum of the ablation coefficients k can be validated
by dynamic resistance measurements, see Section 8.6.1.2 Dynamic
resistance measurement, page 175.

NOTE
The manufacturer recommends dynamic resistance measurements at
∑ k (I) = 5000 and again at ∑ k (I) = 10000 and ∑ k (I) = 15000.

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Individual ablation coefficients k

10000

k = 5000

1000
Ablation coefficient k

100

k = f (I)
10

k=1

1
0.1 1.0 10.0 100.0
Current I [kArms]

Fig. 8-5 Ablation coefficient k

with k = 1 if 0 kA rms ≤ I < 0.663 kA rms small currents

f (I) if 0.663 kA rms ≤ I ≤ 150 % IC load currents

5000 if 150 % IC < I over-currents

f (I) k = 0.001671 • I 3 + 0.03669 • I 2 + 1.515 • I − 0.02081

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Total sum of ablation coefficients k

Values k(I) calculated according to the formula in Fig. 8-5, page 183.

Number and specification of operations: Individual k(I) ∑ k(I)

56 mechanical operations 1.00 56

730 opening operations at 0.3 kA rms 1.00 730

56 opening operations at 1.5 kA rms 2.34 131

953 opening operations at 6.5 kA rms 11.84 11279

1 opening operation at 12.0 kA rms 26.33 26

1 opening operation at 27 kA rms 5000.00 5000

Sum of all operations: 17222

Tab. 8-2 Calculation example
Rated continuous current IC = 13.5 kA rms
The circuit-breaker has reached ∑ k(I) = 17222 of 20000 = 86 % of its
electrical lifetime.
The overhaul criterion would be reached with one additional over-
current switching operation.

8.7.2.2 Closing operations of circuit-breaker

During closing operations with currents up to 150 % IC the arcing time is
much shorter than during opening operations, and the loss of material is
negligible. Therefore, the ablation coefficient k is set to 0 for all closing
operations below 150 % IC. The mechanical wear is already accommodated
by the subsequent opening operation, having k ≥ 1.
However, closing operations with currents above 150 % IC and up to the
rated short-circuit current may strongly influence the mechanical lifetime
because of the high electrodynamic forces during closing. In such cases, the
manufacturer has to be contacted:
– Section 1.1 Manufacturer and customer support, page 13

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8.7.2.3 Earthing switch with motor operated short-circuiting

connection
The electrical lifetime is based on number of switching operations under
residual voltage conditions. Any individual switching operation must not
exceed the values specified:
– Section 2.3.1.10 Earthing switch with motor operated short-circuiting
connection – optional, page 35
The plant officer / operating company must ensure that all switching
operations under residual voltage conditions are counted.
Refer also to:
– Section 8.5.1 Supervisory tasks, page 167
– Tab. 8-1 Maintenance plan, page 163

8.7.3 Overhaul packages

Depending on the action needed, a combination of the overhaul tasks may be
appropriate.

8.7.3.1 Mechanical overhaul

Mechanical overhaul is required if the associated overhaul criterion is
reached.
During mechanical overhaul, movable parts need replacement due to wear
and tear. Mechanical overhaul includes partial dismantling, replacement of
the hydraulic spring operating mechanism, sealings, guide rings, screws,
bolts, etc. as applicable.

Time required Circuit-breaker:

• 60 net working hours
• 30 net working hours if interchangeable interrupting chambers are
available from stock
Disconnector
• 45 net working hours
Earthing switch
It is unlikely that the criterion for mechanical overhaul will be reached before
time based overhaul becomes necessary.
If mechanical overhaul becomes necessary:
• 10 net working hours per switch

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8.7.3.2 Electrical overhaul

Electrical overhaul is required if the associated overhaul criterion is reached.
During electrical overhaul, the electric contacts and movable parts need
replacement due to ablation, wear and tear. Electrical overhaul includes
partial dismantling, replacement of contacts, operating linkage, sealings,
guide rings, screws, bolts, etc. as applicable.

Time required Circuit-breaker:

• 60 net working hours
Earthing switch with motor operated short-circuiting connection:
• 10 net working hours per switch

8.7.3.3 Time based overhaul

Time based overhaul is required if the product reaches the age defined for
overhaul.
The overhaul includes partial dismantling, replacement of insulators, drives,
sealings, guide rings, screws, bolts, etc. as applicable.

Time required Circuit-breaker:

• 60 net working hours
Disconnector
• 30 net working hours
Earthing switch:
• 10 net working hours per switch

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Introduction

9 Packaging
This section is addressed to the plant officer / operating company.

9.1 Introduction
This section describes the manufacturer’s packaging of the product, its
assemblies, spare parts, and / or operating materials.
This section provides information on:
• maintaining the proper condition of the product in a packed condition
• professional packing procedures

9.1.1 Safety instructions

The general safety instructions must be observed, see Section 3 Safety
instructions, page 47. Legislatory regulations, international standards, and
the guidelines of the plant officer / operating company regarding work safety
and accident prevention also apply.

9.2 Preconditions
The following preconditions must be complied with:
1. If the product already was in operation:
Ensure that decommissioning was professionally performed.
Decommissioning should be performed by the manufacturer:
– Section 1.1 Manufacturer and customer support, page 13
2. Ensure that the pointer of the density indicator SF6 is in the BLACK
indication range:
– Section 6.3.4 Checking received goods, page 113

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9.3 Basic information

NOTE
Original packaging of the product is in the responsibility of the manufacturer.
Re-packaging for storage or transport is in the responsibility of the plant
officer / operating company.

9.3.1 Purpose and selection of the packaging

The expected mechanical stress and environmental demands during storage
and transport require packaging which provides sufficient protection to
maintain the usability of the product.
The packaging must provide sufficient protection against:
• mechanical stress and damage caused by:
– stacking pressure
– acceleration
– impact
– vibration
• corrosion resulting from the effects of the weather such as:
– air humidity
– extreme temperatures
– high salinity of the air
– sand storms
• environmental impacts such as:
– industrial gases
– precipitation containing pollutants
• soiling
The manufacturer’s packaging meets modern cargo handling standards.
For further information:
– Section 2.5 Ambient conditions, page 40.
– Section 10 Storage, page 197
– Section 11 Transport, page 201

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9.3.2 Markings of the packaging

NOTE
The identification marks must comply with internationally valid regulations,
lettering written in upper case characters.

The manufacturer’s packaging provides the following information:

• packing list and transport instructions, attached to the outside of the
crate
• cautionary and handling instructions, highlighted with suitable symbols
• attachment points on the crate
• heavy crates and crates with an off-centre centre of gravity or top
heaviness are marked in the following manner:
– correctly positioned centre of gravity symbol
– the additional labelling “CENTRE OF GRAVITY”
• as a minimum the crate comprises the following shipping marks:
– crate number
– order number
– complete address of the recipient
– complete address of the sender
– gross weight
– dimensions
Further information about documentation and unpacking:
– Section 6.2.1 Supplied documents, page 110
– Section 6.3 Unpacking and transport, page 112.

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9.3.3 Temporary corrosion protection

Corrosion protection is applied according to valid standards. The type of
corrosion protection depends on the mode of transport and the required
protection period.

Overland transport
The packing method VCI (volatile corrosion inhibitor) is used as a standard
for protection periods up to 6 months.
For longer protection periods and depending on project or plant specific
agreements the desiccant method may be used:
• protection periods up to 6 months:
PE foils are used.
• protection periods exceeding 6 months:
PE foils with aluminium-vapour-barrier are used.
• protection periods exceeding 24 months:
PE foils with aluminium-vapour-barrier are used and an additional
moisture indicator is installed.

Overseas transport
The desiccant method is used as a standard:
• protection periods up to 6 months:
PE foils are used.
• protection periods exceeding 6 months:
PE foils with aluminium-vapour-barrier are used.
• protection periods exceeding 24 months:
PE foils with aluminium-vapour-barrier are used and an additional
moisture indicator is installed.

Monitoring relative air humidity

If the storage period exceeds 24 months a moisture indicator with a window is
fitted to monitor the relative air humidity inside the packaging. The measuring
scale should range from 30 to 50 % relative air humidity.
An inspection window, covered by a hinged cover, is provided at the position
of the indicator.

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9.3.4 Securing and padding

The packed good is padded with foam rubber or rubber buffers. Only non-
hygroscopic materials such as plastic scraps, polyurethane chips or
polystyrene beads are used as filling and stuffing materials; wood shavings or
similar are not suitable.

NOTE
The contact surfaces between wood and bright metal is isolated with
chemically neutral films to prevent the corrosive effect of wood acids on the
metal.

9.3.5 Boxes and crates

The boxes and crates are suitable for the intended purpose and are
sufficiently stable. They comply with the required load capacities.
On crates made of planks:
• The floors are constructed to permit any water entering the crates to
drain away.
• The openings are dimensioned in a way that they do not close over
when the wood swells up.
• A water barrier is fitted to the lids to prevent the formation of water
pockets.
• The moisture content of the planks and wood does not exceed 18 %.

9.3.6 Hazardous goods

Any goods classed as hazardous are packed in accordance with the
international hazardous goods regulations and loaded separately if
necessary.
The following applies for packaging of such goods:
• Prescribed packaging and containers are used.
• The crates are marked with the necessary labels for identification of
hazardous goods.
• Hazardous goods certificates are enclosed with the consignments.

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9.4 Packing the product

NOTE
The product was never before packed when the present version of the
operating manual was released. The packaging procedure of a different
product is described instead.

The manufacturer’s packaging procedure is exemplarily described for the

desiccant method.

9.4.1 Preparation

Packing material is provided.

Holes for the fixing bolts are drilled

into the carrier beams of the crate
floor and the fixing bolts are
mounted.

The floor of the crate is covered

with packing material.
Instructions of the packaging
manufacturer are observed.

If the product is packed for long

term storage:
A hole is drilled in the side wall as
an inspection window for the
moisture indicator.

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9.4.2 Packing

The product is placed onto the

carrier beams with a crane.

The product is secured with nuts on

the fixing bolts of the carrier beams.

The entire product is covered with

packing material.
Instructions of the packaging
supplier are observed.

A desiccant is enclosed.

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The packing material is sealed with

adhesive tape.

The packing material is welded

hermetically sealed.
If the product is packed for long
term storage:
The moisture indicator is mounted.

Side walls and struts are mounted.

The lid of the transport crate is

mounted and closed.

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f the product is packed for long term

storage:
A marking at the position of the
moisture indicator is added and a
cover for the inspection window is
mounted.

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9.4.3 Packing the lifting equipment

After being used the lifting equipment must be packed as follows:

1. Line a crate with packing

material.

2. Pack into the crate:

– seats for lifting beam
– lifting beam,
– round slings
– shackles

3. Enclose a desiccant.
4. Enclose the packing list
5. Seal the packing material with
adhesive tape.

6. Place the lid onto the crate;

nail the lid into position.
7. Label the crate.
As a minimum, the labelling
must include:
– corresponding product
and product type
– packing date

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Introduction

10 Storage
This section is addressed to plant officer / operating company.

10.1 Introduction
This section describes the necessary steps for storing the product, its
assemblies, spare parts, and operating materials over a specific period of
time.
Inspection of received goods, warehouse organisation and warehouse
management are the responsibility of the plant officer / operating company
and therefore not dealt with in this document.
In order to maintain the stored goods in a proper condition:
• The ambient conditions during storage must be taken into account,
see Section 2.5 Ambient conditions, page 40.
• The stored goods should be adequately packed,
see Section 9 Packaging, page 187.

10.1.1 Safety instructions

The general safety instructions must be observed, see Section 3 Safety
instructions, page 47. Legislatory regulations, international standards, and
the guidelines of the plant officer / operating company regarding work safety
and accident prevention also apply.

10.1.2 Target group

Correct execution of work is the responsibility of the plant officer / operating
company.

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10.2 Storage conditions

10.2.1 Storage method

Storage is the responsibility of the plant officer / operating company. Choice of
the storage method should be based on the purpose of storage. The product,
its elements and / or spare parts should be packed for their protection, refer to
Section 9 Packaging, page 187.

10.2.2 Storage period

The storage period is limited according to the type of corrosion protection,
see Section 9.3.3 Temporary corrosion protection, page 190. The
instructions of the supplier of hazardous goods must be observed.

NOTE
If the storage period is expected to exceed 24 months, a moisture indicator
with window must be provided in the packaging for monitoring purposes.
The packaging condition must be checked in accordance with:
– Section 10.3 Maintenance during storage, page 199

10.2.3 Space requirements

The storage space must be arranged to accommodate the size of the packed
product, its elements and / or spare parts. Each individual stored element
must be freely accessible for inspection purposes.
The following factors must be taken into account for storage:
• size
• weight
• required ground bearing capacity
• distance to neighbouring devices

10.2.4 Physical conditions

Physical conditions for storage:
– Section 2.5 Ambient conditions, page 40

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10.2.5 Danger information

The safety and handling information attached to the packaging must be
observed:
– Section 9.3.2 Markings of the packaging, page 189

10.2.6 Identification
The stored goods are marked during packaging:
– Section 9.3.2 Markings of the packaging, page 189

10.3 Maintenance during storage

Interval Annually

Packaging and corrosion protection

Checking the condition of the packaging:
1. Inspect the condition of the packaging of the stored goods for damages.
2. If necessary replace the damaged packaging elements.
During storage periods of more than 24 months:
3. Check the moisture indicator, see Section 9.4.2 Packing, page 193.
4. If the air humidity exceeds 50 % the desiccant must be replaced.

10.4 Re-commissioning after storage

For re-commissioning after periods of storage:
– See Section 6 Erection, page 107
– especially Section 6.11 Request for commissioning, page 137

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Introduction

11 Transport
This section is addressed to plant officer / operating company.

11.1 Introduction
This section describes the necessary steps for transporting the product.
Depending on the destination the shipping mode is selected either by road,
rail, sea or air.
In order to protect the product during transportation:
• The goods to be transported must be adequately packed,
see Section 9 Packaging, page 187.
• The transport conditions must be taken into account.

11.1.1 Safety instructions

The general safety instructions must be observed, see Section 3 Safety
instructions, page 47. Legislatory regulations, international standards, and
the guidelines of the plant officer / operating company regarding work safety
and accident prevention also apply.
During the transport of heavy loads situations can occur which endanger
personnel, goods and equipment.

DANGER
Falling loads
If suspended or elevated loads fall down, fatal injury and damage to
equipment may occur.
1. Use the personal protective equipment
2. Cordon off hazardous areas.
3. Keep the working area free.
4. No persons should stand below suspended or elevated loads.
5. Ensure that loads are correctly secured.
6. Only use faultless hoisting gear and auxiliary material which have
sufficient bearing capacities and which are approved for the loads.
7. Only lift the product by the attachment points provided.
8. Ensure that the hoisting gear and cranes are used correctly.
9. Transport the product horizontally.

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DANGER
Accidents during transport on rollers or wheels
If loads get out of control, fatal injury and damage to equipment may occur.
1. Use the personal protective equipment
2. Only use faultless hoisting gear and auxiliary material which have
sufficient bearing capacities and which are approved for the loads.
3. Move loads slowly and carefully.
4. Avoid slipping or shifting of the loads.

11.1.1.1 Manufacturer's lifting equipment

Manufacturer's lifting equipment is individually designed for lifting the
corresponding product of the manufacturer, see:
– Section 6.3.5 Lifting the product, page 113

Lifting beam The maximum load-bearing capacity is punched into a front face of the lifting
beam:
• product type
• load-bearing capacity
• pole centre spacing

HECS-p
. . . . kg
. . . . mm

Fig. 11-1 Front face of lifting beam, example

11.1.2 Target group

Correct execution of work is the responsibility of the plant officer / operating
company.
Personnel executing the work must be trained in using the following tools:
• hoisting gear and transport equipment such as:
– crane
– forklift truck
– transport rollers

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11.2 Transport with packaging

1. Only use hoisting gear with a sufficient bearing capacity.
2. Observe the transport instructions.
– The transport instructions are contained in a document pocket on
the transport crate.
3. Observe the permissible weight of the load and the safety instructions
for the means of transport.
4. Observe the transport marks.
The transport crate is marked with internationally valid symbols such as
lifting points, centre of gravity, weight etc.,
see Section 9.3.2 Markings of the packaging, page 189.
5. Loading with a crane:
a) Attach the transport crate at the points provided.
b) Lift the transport crate horizontally.
– or –
Loading with a forklift truck:
a) Lift the transport crate from below.
6. Secure the transport crate on the means of transport on all sides with a
tensioning force which is suitable for the overall weight of the product.

11.3 Transport without packaging

WARNING
Transport supports / pole frame supports may break into the loading
surface of the transport vehicle.
Observe the localised weights!
If the product is loaded without a transport crate, the loading area must be
suitable for carrying the corresponding localised weight at the contact points
of the transport supports / pole frame supports.
• To determine the localised weights:
– see net weight indication on product’s rating plate
– see packing list, Section 6.2.1 Supplied documents, page 110

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If the product already was in operation:

1. Ensure that decommissioning was professionally performed.
Decommissioning should be performed by the manufacturer:
– Section 1.1 Manufacturer and customer support, page 13
2. Ensure that gas density is within the indicating range BLACK of the
density indicator SF6:
– Section 6.3.4 Checking received goods, page 113
3. For the means of transport observe:
– the bearing capacity of the hoisting gear
– the cargo weight
– the localised weights at the contact points of the transport supports /
pole frame supports
4. Lift the product and deposit it onto the loading area:
– Section 6.3.5 Lifting the product, page 113
Ensure that the product remains secured to the lifting equipment and the
crane until the product is secured on the loading area.
5. Secure the product on the means of transport on all sides with a
tensioning force which is suitable for the overall weight of the product.
6. Slacken the weight on the crane and remove the lifting equipment.
7. Pack the manufacturer's lifting equipment:
– Section 9.4.3 Packing the lifting equipment, page 196
8. Load the manufacturer's lifting equipment together with the transported
goods.
9. Protect the transported goods against effects of weather and pollution
with a tarpaulin.
Unload the goods in reverse sequence.

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Introduction

12 Disposal
This section is addressed to the plant officer / operating company.

12.1 Introduction

ENVIRONMENT
Pollution of water, air and soil
1. Observe all environmental protection legislation.
2. Comply with all laws and directives for correct handling of the
respective equipment and material groups.
3. Comply with the instructions of the supplier.

12.1.1 Safety instructions

The general safety instructions must be observed, see Section 3 Safety
instructions, page 47. Legislatory regulations, international standards, and
the guidelines of the plant officer / operating company regarding work safety
and accident prevention also apply.

12.1.2 Target group

Correct execution of work is the responsibility of the plant officer / operating
company.

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12.2 Preconditions
The following precondition must be complied with:
1. Ensure that decommissioning of the product was professionally
performed. Decommissioning must be performed by the manufacturer:
– Section 1.1 Manufacturer and customer support, page 13

Dismantling of hydraulic spring operating mechanism

DANGER
Devices may explosively break apart
At any time the spring mechanism is mechanically pre-charged with high
tension, independent of the operating condition of the hydraulic spring
operating mechanism.
1. The Hydraulic spring operating mechanism must be dismantled by the
manufacturer.

12.3 Recycling and disposal

The equipment should always be collected separately or in material groups in
accordance with the classification of the equipment.

12.3.1 Oil
Several oil types can be recycled. The following criteria must be taken into
account for differentiation purposes:
• manufacturer's information
• duration of use
• conditions under which the oil was used

Recyclable oils Collect and return to the supplier or a qualified dealer for processing.

Used oil Collect and return to the supplier or a qualified dealer for disposal.

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12.3.2 SF6 gas

DANGER
Handling SF6 gas
Observe the safety instructions when handling SF6 gas:
– Section 3.5.2 Working with SF6 gas, page 56

Used SF6 gas Return to the supplier or a qualified dealer for processing.

12.3.3 Acids
Electric arcs in SF6 atmosphere produce decomposition products. The
decomposition products form corrosive acids when they come into contact
with water or air humidity.

DANGER
Handling the decomposition products of the SF6 gas
Observe the safety instructions when handling SF6 gas:
– Section 3.5.2 Working with SF6 gas, page 56

Return the decomposition products and acids immediately to a qualified

dealer for disposal.

12.3.4 Working fluid

Working fluid hydrofluorether should be returned to the supplier.

12.3.5 Paper
Clean Return non-coated paper, printed or plain, in bundles to an appropriate
recycling plant.

Soiled Paper soiled with oil or other contaminants and coated paper must be
disposed of in a furnace equipped with a filter.

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12.3.6 Cardboard
Clean Return non-coated cardboard, also corrugated cardboard, printed or plain, to
an appropriate recycling plant.

Soiled Cardboard soiled with oil or other contaminants and coated cardboard must
be disposed of in a furnace equipped with a filter.

12.3.7 Wood
Clean Untreated wood can be disposed of at a shredding plant.

Soiled Treated wood must be disposed of in a furnace equipped with a filter.

12.3.8 Plastic
Plastic should be returned to an appropriate recycling plant. Adhesive tape
can be disposed of with normal waste.

12.3.9 Polystyrene
Packaging sections and polystyrene chips with the designation:
– polystyrene, the code PS or 076
Additional feature:
– polystyrene breaks with a dry cracking sound when bent
Polystyrene should be returned to an appropriate recycling plant.

12.3.10 Metals
Metals should be sorted and recycled by grade.

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12.4 Standardised disposal assemblies

12.4.1 Dismantling
The assemblies are dismantled by the manufacturer when the product is
taken out of operation.

12.4.2 Intermediate storage

For intermediate storage of assemblies destined for further use:
– Section 9 Packaging, page 187
– Section 10 Storage, page 197

12.5 Disposal depots, authorities

12.5.1 Return to manufacturer

Materials can only be returned to the manufacturer in special cases when this
has been agreed:
– Section 1.1 Manufacturer and customer support, page 13

12.5.2 Notification of authorities

The respective legislation and directives of the plant officer / operating
company apply.

12.5.3 Notification of manufacturer

Notification for statistical purposes is required:
– Section 1.1 Manufacturer and customer support, page 13

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