1YSA160045-EN - Rev.

Instruction Manual
WiAutoLink
Wireless Electronic Sectionalizer
15kV, 27kV and 38 kV

ABB
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Table of Contents

Section A: Safety Notices ......................................................................................................... 3

Section B: Introduction ............................................................................................................ 4
B.1. About this Document ........................................................................................................................... 4
B.2. Target Group ....................................................................................................................................... 4
B.3. Related Documentation ....................................................................................................................... 4
B.4. Document Revision History ................................................................................................................. 4
Section C: Operation of the WiAutoLink ................................................................................ 5
C.1. General ................................................................................................................................................ 5
C.2. Operating Under Fault Conditions ..................................................................................................... 5
C.2.1. Operating Under Temporary Fault Conditions ........................................................................................ 5

C.2.2. Operating Under Permanent Fault Conditions ........................................................................................ 6

C.2.3. Minimum Time Required for Power up the WiAutoLink ........................................................................... 7

C.2.4. Minimum Autoreclosing Operating Time required for WiAutoLink operation ......................................... 7

C.2.5. LED feature for WiAutoLink ..................................................................................................................... 8

C.2.6. Inrush Current Detection .......................................................................................................................... 8

Section D: Preparing for Use ................................................................................................... 9

B.1. Packing and Transportation................................................................................................................ 9
B.1.1. Variants of the Cardboard Packing .......................................................................................................... 9

B.2. Checking on Reception ........................................................................................................................ 9

B.3. Storage .............................................................................................................................................. 10
B.4. Installation ........................................................................................................................................ 10
B.4.1. General ................................................................................................................................................... 10

B.4.2. Installation and Service Conditions ........................................................................................................ 10

B.4.3. WiAutoLink Configuration Tool Installation .......................................................................................... 10

B.4.4. Opening of the Unit ................................................................................................................................. 12

B.4.5. WiAutoLink configuration ....................................................................................................................... 13

B.4.6. Closing of the Unit .................................................................................................................................. 24

B.4.7. WiAutoLink Repositioning ...................................................................................................................... 24

B.4.8. Commissioning ........................................................................................................................................ 27

B.4.9. General procedures................................................................................................................................. 27

Section E: Maintenance ......................................................................................................... 28

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Section A: Safety Notices

Do not perform any of the activities described on this document with the Sectionalizer energized.
All the activities listed on this document it must be performed with the Sectionalizer completely de-energized and
out of service.
ALWAYS follow your company Safety procedures before performing any work on this equipment.
This product is intended to be operated and maintained by qualified persons, thoroughly trained and knowledgeable
of hazards involved. This document is written only for such qualified persons and is not intended to be a substitute for
adequate training and experience in safety procedures for this device.
Detailed descriptions of procedures, safety principles and service operations are not included on this document.
These warnings do not cover all conceivable ways in which service, whether or not recommended by ABB, might be
performed or the possible hazardous consequences of each conceivable way, nor could ABB investigate such ways. Anyone
using service procedures or tools, whether or not recommended by ABB, must satisfy himself thoroughly that neither
personal safety nor equipment safety will be jeopardized by the service method or tools selected.

HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE
CAN SHOCK, BURN
OR CAUSE DEATH
Safety Concerns
 Make sure that the installation area (spaces, divisions and ambient) is suitable for electrical apparatus.
 Check that all the installation, putting into service and maintenance operations are carried out by personnel with
suitable knowledge of the apparatus.
 Make sure that the standard and legal prescriptions are complied with during installation, putting into service
and maintenance, so that installations according to the rules of good working practice and safety in the
workplace are constructed.
 Strictly follow the information given in this document.
 Check that the rated performance of the apparatus is not exceeded during service.
 Check that the personnel operating the apparatus have this document at hand, as well as all necessary
information for correct intervention.
 Pay special attention to the danger notes indicated in this document by the following symbol:

Responsible behavior safeguards your own and other’s safety!

For any requests, please contact ABB.
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The information and illustrations are not binding. We reserve the right to make changes during technical development of the
product.

FCC ID: 2ABDQWIAUTOLINK IC: 11571A-WIAUTOLINK

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the responsible party could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
This device has been designed to operate with the on-board inverted F antenna. No other antennas may be used.
To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent
isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that permitted for successful communication. Operating the device with the supplied
antenna will ensure that this requirement is met.
A separation distance of 20 cm should be observed to maintain compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure guidelines set out in
OET Bulletin 65.

Section B: Introduction

B.1. About this Document

This document contains the required information to install medium voltage WiAutoLink Sectionalizer and put it into
service.
For a correct use of the product, please read it carefully.
Like every apparatus we manufacture, WiAutoLink is designed for specific applications.
Use only original spare parts.
For further information, please read the technical catalogue.
This user manual is written according the standard IEC 82079-1.

READ CAREFULLY THIS DOCUMENT BEFORE USE.

KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

B.2.Target Group

This document is written only for such qualified persons, thoroughly trained and knowledgeable of hazards involved.

B.3.Related Documentation

This document and product-related documentation can be downloaded from the website of ABB: http://www.abb.com

B.4. Document Revision History

Document revision/date History

1/2013-12-01 First release
2/2014-04-01 Content updated
3/2015-1-21 Content updated
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Section C: Operation of the WiAutoLink

C.1.General

The WiAutoLink Electronic Sectionalizer is a device that operates at a permanent fault in the distribution line. It must be used
together with an upstream recloser or circuit breaker with reclosure capability. Please take note that the WiAutoLink is not a fuse tripping
device, therefore it cannot be used as a protection device by itself.
The main function of the WiAutoLink is to discriminate between permanent and transient faults in the distribution line, making it
possible for the upstream recloser or substation breaker to clear transient faults without permanent interruption to the customers.
The WiAutoLink is not a fuse tripping device, it will operate to isolate a permanent fault on no load condition. The WiAutoLink
fits into a standard fuse cutout and it directly replaces an existing fuse base. When it operates the WiAutoLink drops open like a fuse.

The WiAutoLink Electronic Sectionalizer is designed ONLY to sectionalize faulty

lines and NOT for saving people from accidents or electrocution when contacting
energized circuits.

C.2.Operating Under Fault Conditions

C.2.1. Operating Under Temporary Fault Conditions

In distribution overhead lines 80-90% of the faults are temporary, and are cleared by an upstream recloser or breaker.

Figure 1.

The WiAutoLink is in monitor mode under normal load conditions. When a fault is present the WiAutoLink senses a current
above a programmed pickup threshold (Ia WiAutoLink) and becomes active. It waits an opening of the upstream recloser or breaker. At
the occurrence of zero current, the sectionalizer registers the first count. If the upstream recloser or breaker closes and no further fault is
detected (temporary fault condition) within the memory resetting time, the WiAutoLink will time out, reset its counter and return to the
monitor mode.
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Figure 2.

C.2.2. Operating Under Permanent Fault Conditions

The remaining 10-20% of faults in distribution overhead lines are considered permanent. During these faults, the continuous
cycling of the recloser does not clear the fault. .The WiAutoLink will pickup, measure zero current and count, reaching its trip
count setting. The WiAutoLink will trip on the last open cycle of the recloser, isolating the permanent fault in its branch and
allowing the recloser to close prior to going to lockout and maintain power to the unaffected branches.

Figure 3.

The times shown in Diagrams B and C as T1 correspond to the time the recloser takes to reconnect the circuit. This “dead time”
is usually adjustable up to 3 minutes. The WiAutoLink can operate while keeping the count performed with the current at zero
for up to 3.5 minutes, above any possible dead line value configured in the recloser.
Due to the latest technological improvements recently introduced to reclosers, the time indicated as T2 is the time the recloser
takes to open after the fault is detected. The WiAutoLink, by means of the spectral analysis in the second harmonic, only needs
one cycle to identify a current as a fault current, isolating it from symmetric and asymmetric inrush currents. This feature adds an
outstanding technical advantage to the WiAutoLink.
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C.2.3. Minimum Time Required for Power up the WiAutoLink

The WiAutoLink is a self-powered device. The following graphs displays the minimum time required for the device to be powered at
different currents to enable the operation. The WiAutoLink can harvest the required energy from the precharge current and also from the
fault current as far as it fulfills the time-current requirement for fully charge its main energy storage device. The minimum nominal current
of the WiAutoLink to be fully charged is 5A.

Figure 4.

C.2.4. Minimum Autoreclosing Operating Time required for WiAutoLink operation

The WiAutoLink requires a line current greater than 5 A in order to be fully charged during at least 90 seconds. After the
condition of the device is fully charged the line current can vary as low as 3A and it will continue to be operative.
The recloser reclaim time should be set to 90 seconds. When a fault occurs before that time the recloser goes directly to lockout.
If a fault occurs after that time the reclosing sequence is done. The recloser reclaim time is designed to prevent the reclosing operation
before the sectionalizer is ready to operate (WiAutoLink is fully charged).
The WiAutoLink is able to detect a fault on the line with a period as small as one cycle. So the recloser can be set to start the
tripping command as long as it enables to flow through the sectionalizer one sinusoidal cycle in order to correctly measure the fault using
its detection algorithm.
The minimum opening time that the recloser is set to maintain the line deenergized after a fault during a reclosing cycle must be
set higher than 0,5 seconds in order to permit the WiAutoLink to perform the mechanical trip and safely isolate its connected faulty load
and isolate the fault from the other branches connected to the recloser.
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Figure 5.

C.2.5. LED feature for WiAutoLink

The WiAutoLink has the added feature of indicating the full operational status of the device once it is fully charged by blinking
once the LED in the transformer housing. The blinking LED will happen within 90 seconds of closing the medium voltage line.

Figure 6.

C.2.6. Inrush Current Detection

Inrush Current is a form of over-current that occurs during energization of a transformer and is a large transient current which is
caused by part cycle saturation of the magnetic core of the transformer. For power transformers, the magnitude of the first peak of inrush
current is initially several times the rated load current but slowly decreases by the effect of oscillation damping due to winding and
magnetizing resistances of the transformer as well as the impedance of the system it is connected to until it finally reaches the normal
exciting current value. This process typically takes several minutes. As a result, inrush current could be mistaken for a short circuit current
and the transformer is erroneously taken out of service by the over - current or the differential relays. The transformer design and station
installation parameters affect the magnitude of the inrush current significantly. Therefore, it is important to have an accurate calculated
value of the magnitude and other parameters of inrush current in order to design the relaying to properly differentiate between inrush and
short circuit incidents. Also, a proper calculation of the minimum % ratio of 2nd harmonic content of inrush current is an especially
important parameter for this differentiation.
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This algorithm uses the principle of comparing the second harmonic with the first harmonic. This algorithm is capable to be
immune of asymmetries from the current signal.
The system detect an input current as inrush current when the RMS value of the second harmonic is 20% higher (this value can
be changed by customer) from the RMS value of the signal (considering only the first and the second harmonics).

Section D: Preparing for Use

All installation, putting into service, commissioning and maintenance operations

must be carried out by suitably qualified personnel with in-depth knowledge of
the apparatus.

B.1. Packing and Transportation

The WiAutoLink Sectionalizer is shipped in cardboard package, in armed position.

Figure 7.

B.1.1. Variants of the Cardboard Packing

Units of 15kV and 27 kV of voltage rating: Dimensions: Width: 0.12m, Length: 0.42m, Height: 0.11m – Weight: 2.2kg.
Units of 38kV of voltage rating: Dimensions: Width: 0.12m, Length: 0.54m, Height: 0.11m – Weight: 2.5kg.

B.2. Checking on Reception

Before carrying out any operation, always make sure that the operating mechanism
springs are charged and that the apparatus is in armed position. When performing a
reception test, it is required to wait 5 minutes with the device de-energized after a
tripping operation, to reset it.

On reception, check the state of the apparatus, integrity of the packing and nameplate information is the same requested on the
purchase order specifications.
Make sure that all materials described in the shipping note are included in the supply.
If any damage or irregularity is seen in the supplied product after unboxing, notify ABB (directly or through the agent or
distributor) as soon as possible within five days of receipt. Please inquire about the terms of warranty from the nearest ABB representative.
The apparatus is only supplied with the accessories specified at the time of ordering and validated in the order acknowledgement
sent by ABB.
The documents sent in the shipping packing are:
- Test Certification.
- Packing List.
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Other documents which are sent prior to shipment of the apparatus are:
- Order acknowledgement.
- Original shipping advice notes.
- Any drawings or documents referring to special configurations/conditions.
Software can be downloaded in the ABB website: http://www.abb.com.

B.3. Storage

When the apparatus is unboxed, it must be carefully unpacked and checked as described in Chapter 3 of this manual.
If immediate installation is not possible, store the equipment on its original packaging in a covered, well-ventilated, dry, dust-
free, non-corrosive ambient, away from any flammable materials and at a temperature between -5°C and +45°C.
In any case, avoid any accidental impacts or positioning which stresses the apparatus.

B.4. Installation

B.4.1. General
Correct installation is very important. The manufacturer’s instructions must be
carefully studied and followed. It is good practice to use gloves for handling the
pieces during installation. Always follow your company safety procedures

B.4.2. Installation and Service Conditions

The following standards must be taken into particular consideration during installation and service:
- IEC 60694.
- IEC 61936: Electrical Installation.
- ANSI C37 63: Automatic Sectionalizer.
- All accident prevention regulations in relative countries.
The WiAutoLink is compatible with the Fuses bases model ICX from ABB, Type XS from S&C, Type C from AB Chance and
Type L from Cooper.

For special installation requirements or other operating conditions, please contact ABB.

When WiAutoLink is installed in presence of mobile radio stations or RF devices operating in the 2.4 GHz band, it is
recommend that distance between the transmitters and the WiAutoLink of 50 meters.

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation
est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter
tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

B.4.3. WiAutoLink Configuration Tool Installation

The software requires a computer with windows operating system, with USB port and the framework .NET 4.0. The application
should be installed following this procedure:
1. Connect the computer to Internet.
2. Launch the Installer and follow the indications of the setup shown below. In the event of missing dependencies, the installer
process will automatically proceed to the download of missing components.
3.
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Figure 8.

Figure 9.

Figure 10.
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Figure 11.

Figure 12.

B.4.4. Opening of the Unit

Remove the top cap using a 34mm fork spanner holding the tube with the hand. Check condition of O´ring, and replace it if
necessary, applying grease on it.

Figure 13.
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If the O’ring is missing, please contact ABB. Do not mold the tube on a vise, it can
cause damage on the hookstick ring. Failure to adjust might cause water entrance
that can cause permanent damage.

Connect the micro-USB cable to calibrate the current, set counting operations, tripping mode, network id and frequency. This
connection can be used to download the events.
Note: Handle with care without damaging the micro-USB connector.

Figure 14.

B.4.5. WiAutoLink configuration

4. Attach WiAutoLink and wait for the computer to finish to configure the virtual com port and assign a new serial port
number to the unit.
5. Browse on your windows menu> All programs > ABB > Wact and click to open the application:

Figure 15.
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B.4.5.1. USB Tab

Each device is presented on the tab containing all the controls to view and change its status. When a single device is connected it
will be presented on the TAB USB1, and so on up to three. Select the Tab relative to the device of interest.

Figure 16.

On this section all the device information is presented according to the following criteria:
Firmware Type: Indicates the firmware type. The values can be “APP” (application firmware, full access to all the
features) or “BOOT” (bootloader firmware, to update itself or load the application firmware)
Firmware Version
Serial Number: ID number of the device.
Last Firmware Upgrade: Last firmware update date.
Protocol Version: Version identifier of the communication protocol supported by the device.
The buttons grouped on the right has the following features:
Device Identification: If enabled, it will identify the device connected by blinking the led for approximately 10
seconds.

Figure 17.

Firmware Upgrade: When it is enabled, allows the firmware upgrade.

Figure 18.

Bootloader Upgrade: In order to upgrade the bootloader it is essential not disconnect the device during the update
process.
The application disable the access to certain functionality by disabling the buttons shown when the firmware type APP is not
installed or it is an incompatible version and the bootloader is not installed.

B.4.5.2. Configuration of the Unit

Figure 19.
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The Groupbox configuration contains all the information of the device. The values shown are only modifiable through the
Configuration Wizard.
The fields displayed are:
1. Name: Configuration Name.
2. Last: Last change date.
3. Network Pin: code identification of the network to a set of WiAutoLink. Range [0000-9999]. The network pin must be
different between near outdoor stations. This Pin is used to identify each WiAutoLink group.
4. Device Type: Identifies the type of device configuration. It can be set SinglePhase, BiPhase or ThreePhase.
5. Device ID: device identification within the same network. Range [1-3].
6. Pickup Current [A]: Nominal current of the network of devices. Range [5-200].
7. Frequency Setting [Hz]: Nominal frequency of the network of devices. Range [50/60].
8. Counts: Number of faults (≥ Preset Current + 10%) to be detected prior the line interruption. Range [1-4]. Default value 2
9. Inrush threshold [%]: If the ratio of second harmonics versus fundamental harmonics is exceeded the device prevents the
tripping operation. Range [10-40].
10. Reset Time [s]: Time in seconds to reset the fault counts, if no fault condition are met. Range [10-300].
11. Dead Line Threshold [mA]: Value in mA RMS below which the line is considered denergized. Range [200-700].
For example to configure the WiAutoLink for tripping only on permanent faults at 2 counts in a 50 Hz grid of a nominal current
of 50A in three phase mode with 30 seconds to reset the fault counts,
Pickup current shall be at least set 20% lower than the minimum pick up threshold of the recloser protection.
The dead line threshold shall be configured according to the current when the recloser is open (e.g. 200mA).
The inrush threshold shall be configured to distinguish between line energizing and fault conditions. The inrush threshold also
helps to detect faults on overhead lines affected by long decay dc component (>100ms). If that is a foreseen case, the inrush threshold shall
be set at maximum (40%).
To download parameters into WiAutoLink, please refer to the configuration wizard instruction section:
Network Pin: 1234 Device Type: Three phase. Count settings: 2.
Pickup Current: 60A. Frequency Setting: 50 Hz. Zero Current Threshold: 200 mA
Inrush threshold: 40% Reset Time: 30 s.
B.4.5.3. Event Log
This event list is stored in the device and displayed in tabular format with the following fields:
Counter: Progressive number.
Timestamp: Date from power of the device.
Type: Event Type.
Description: Event Description.
Data: Any data related to the event.
The quantity of events is informed on the application startup allowing it to be downloaded using the appropriate button. A bar
shows the progress:

Figure 20.
The same button can be used to interrupt the request and pressed again during the download.

Figure 21.
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The delete button erases all the events stored on the device. By selecting the flag “Reset Counter” the progressive counter will
start from 1, otherwise it will resume from the last event stored.

Figure 22.
There is a button to export the events in csv format, offering the possibility to consult them at any time using a compatible
program (Excel) or through the appropriate viewer. Make the export request and specify the file name and path on disk:

Figure 23.

B.4.5.4. Statistics

Figure 24.

This tool is aimed at obtaining a query of the statistics grouped in the following fields:
Description: Records description.
Unit: measurement unit.
Value
On the right of the window is seen a graphical representation of the values expressed by the fields “Operating temperatures range
in time”. The values of the abscissa refer to the range of maximum and minimum temperature at which data is sampled on the form of
elapsed time. The buttons Delete and Export dealing respectively delete and export data in csv format.

B.4.5.5. Menu
The menu has the classic buttons where some of them and there is also shortcuts accessible through buttons located on the Tool
bar immediately bellow it. All the operations carried out in both sections are intended as general. In this regard, particular attention should
be taken to the group “Global” due to the menu item “Tools” that performs operations on all connected devices.
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B.4.5.6. Tool Bar

Figure 25.
The tool bar provides access to the same features displayed on the menu but in form of shortcuts. The characteristics are the
following ones:
Connect / Disconnect Devices.
Configuration Wizard
Global Firmware Upgrade.
Global Events Downloads.
Global Statistics Download.

B.4.5.7. File
This menu section enables to import or export a file containing the configuration. It can be saved to disk and recall a frequently
used configuration in order not to redo it again.

Figure 26.

B.4.5.8. Load Settings

Load a previously saved configuration into the device, the user must confirm his choice:

Figure 27.
Cancel returns to the main window, otherwise the tool proposes a further dialog box in which a file with the extension *.was can
be imported to load settings:
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Figure 28.
Cancel returns to the main window, Open displays and writes the configuration to the device.

B.4.5.8.1. Save Settings

Save the current configuration to a file for later use, making it available through the functionality of the Load Settings. A dialog
box is open to specify the file name and path.

Figure 29.

B.4.5.8.2. Exit
The button closes the application.

B.4.5.9. Tools
This menu is designed to interact directly with the device. The Global group refers to control all the devices altogether.

B.4.5.10. Simultaneous connection of WiAutoLink units:

It is possible to connect simultaneous up to three devices to administrate them through the appropriate TAB. The application
creates a section uniquely numbered from 1 to 3, containing the respective data. It is also possible to configure the devices simultaneous
using the wizard tool.
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Figure 30.

If the devices connected have different configurations, the tool disables parts of the program so the user can interact with the
necessary tools to bring all of them to a uniform version.

B.4.5.11. Configuration Wizard

The wizard is designed to configure the connected equipment. It is able to detect the number of connected devices and initiate the
appropriate configuration. The alternatives are the following ones:
SinglePhase: one device connected.
BiPhase: two devices connected.
ThreePhase: three devices connected.
In order to configure BiPhase or ThreePhase the devices must be connected before the wizard. The following example is referred
to BiPhase mode:

Figure 31.

In this example, BiPhase configuration has been detected and therefore the image is two devices. The configuration alternatives
is displayed after pressing the next button. The user must then change the attributes of the default or any previous configurations.
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Figure 32.

Using the Load button write a previously saved configuration, just as with the Load setting option from the menu. The device ID
can be chosen arbitrary by choosing the advanced button:

Figure 33.

The combo box located on the top shows the available IDs for the configuration, while the button below is used to identify the
device by blinking its LED for about 10 seconds. The Ok confirms the choice. It is not possible to assign the same ID to multiple devices.
Once back at the configuration menu, pressing Next get the writing on the devices. A bar will show the progress:
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Figure 34.

The wizard can be cancelled any time by pressing the X button on the upper right corner. The Previous Page button is used to go
to the previous windows. The writing will only happen when the progress bar is shown.

B.4.5.12. Global Firmware Upgrade

This menu starts a multithreaded process of firmware update, for all the connected devices. The user should choose the file to
upload, the application perform a consistency check to ensure that the firmware file is compatible before uploading.

Figure 35.

During this step, the progress bars shows the status of the upgrade of the devices.

Figure 36.

In case the upgrade fails on one or more device, this is clearly indicated by the progress bars.
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B.4.5.13. Global Events

The global events request will be made on all connected devices and the results will be displayed on each appropriate tab (USB1,
USB2 and USB3).

B.4.5.14. Global Statistics

The global statistics request will be made on all connected devices and the results will be displayed on each appropriate tab
(USB1, USB2 and USB3).

B.4.5.15. Events / Statistics Viewer

Figure 37.

This section allows to read only csv file previously exported from the appropriate export button. The user can choose the file
without distinction of events or statistics in order to open the display window. Multiple files can be referred without limit. The following
table specifies the different event types that can be recorded by the WiAutoLink:

Event Name Description Data

PowerUp The device has been normally N/A
powered up
PowerLost The power supply has been lost N/A
PowerDown The device has been normally N/A
powered down (after a trip)
ConfigurationMode The application entered 0 = config
maintenance mode missing or
corrupted
1 = serial
cable
connected
InconsistentApplications The devices in the system have N/A
different FW versions
MissingConfiguration Missing configuration detected N/A
at startup
InvalidConfiguration Invalid configuration detected N/A
at startup
InconsistentConfigurations The devices in the system have N/A
different configurations
ApplicationUpdated The application has been CRC (lower
upgraded 16 bits)
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ConfigurationUpdated The configuration has been CRC (lower
updated 16 bits)
EventsCleared Events have been cleared N/A
EventsDeleted Events have been cleared and N/A
event counter has been reset
FaultDetected Fault non tripping condition Current [0.1
Arms]

FaultTrippingCondition Fault tripping condition Current [0.1

Arms]

DeadLineCondition Dead line condition N/A

ReturnToNormalCondition Device returned to normal N/A
condition
ResetTimeElapsed Reset time elapsed since last N/A
detected fault: counting
cancelled
TrippingOperationScheduled Tripping operation has been Overall
scheduled Cycles to
Trip
TrippingOperationAborted Tripping operation has been N/A
aborted
TrippingOperationSucceeded Tripping operation has been N/A
successfully performed
TrippingOperationFailed Tripping operation was tried 1 = Not
but it failed enough
energy
2 = Vmain
stayed
"high"

B.4.5.16. Application Log

This option displays the log of the application life cycle. It is useful to track cases of malfunction.
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B.4.6. Closing of the Unit

Place the cap, holding the tube with the hand, and tighten it using a 34 mm fork spanner (torque between 8 and 10 Nm) without
damaging the O-Ring.

Figure 38.

B.4.7. WiAutoLink Repositioning

Push the interlocking bolt until blocked (it will rotate freely). Do not strike the bolt, nor use any type of tool to reset.

Figure 39.

Turn the tensioning device support.

Place the tensioning device support facing the interlocking bolt.
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Figure 40.

Turn the tripping pin 90°, until the lower contact is firmly blocked.

Figure 41.

Place the pole in the tube inferior eyelet and position in the cutout-base.
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Figure 42.

Withdraw the pole and place it in the tube’s superior eyelet. Push it until it remains in closing position.

Figure 43.
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B.4.8. Commissioning

B.4.9. General procedures

When commissioning, all operations must be carried out by suitable qualified

customer personnel with in-depth knowledge of the apparatus and the installation
itself.

It is not recommended to open WiAutoLink under charge using a common

hookstick, as it could cause an arc that might damage the personnel or the
equipment. The WiAutoLink has horns to be used with a load break tool.
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Section E: Maintenance

Test the correct operation of electronic sectionalizer on a regular basis, preferably, while maintenance on upstream recloser is
made:
- Check the closing system.
- Check that the interlocking bolt turns freely. The tensioning device support should move easily and the spring should be
sufficiently tightened so that the support may reset when the system opens following the operation of the sectionalizer.
- Check that the mobile lever and the lower support of the WiAutoLink move easily at the joint. Clean and lubricate the joint
surfaces of both pieces.
- Keep contact zones clean and place a thin film of conductive grease on those zones.
- Keep the tripping pin clean.
- Check the upper contact cap is correctly fastened and both the o-ring and the silicon grease are present.
Test should be carried out on a laboratory with the appropriate equipment to simulate service conditions. For this operation it is
recommended to contact ABB to request the testing procedure.
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ABB
ABB S.A.
Power Products Medium Voltage
Jose I. Rucci 1051.
Valentin Alsina (B1822CJU)
Buenos Aires. Argentina.
Telephone: +54 11 4229 5500
www.abb.com.ar

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WiAutoLink Instruction Book
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