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Table of contents

1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
1.1 Manufacturer and 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
[Link] Orientation guide 18
[Link] Text elements 18
[Link] Cross references and markups 19
[Link] Illustrations 19
[Link] Values and units 20
[Link] Residual risks and safety instructions 20
[Link] Helpful or important information 21
1.3.6 Additional documents 21
[Link] Plant specific documents 21
[Link] Safekeeping of documents 22
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 labelling 26
2.2 Product data 27
2.2.1 Dimensions 28
2.2.2 Weights 28
2.3 Performance characteristics and technical data 29
2.3.1 Generator circuit-breaker system 29
[Link] Circuit-breaker 30
[Link] Gas and gas equipment 31
[Link] Hydraulic spring operating mechanism 32
[Link] Capacitor 33
[Link] Disconnector 34
[Link] SDM drive 35

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[Link] Heat pipe 35

[Link] Temperature monitoring switches 36
[Link] Control cubicle 36
2.3.2 Optional equipment 36
[Link] Earthing switch 36
[Link] Earthing switch with motor operated short-circuiting connection 37
[Link] Starting switch 38
2.3.3 Optional components 39
[Link] Current transformer 39
[Link] Voltage transformer 39
[Link] Surge arrester 40
2.4 Power supply, interfaces, connections 41
2.4.1 Control cubicle 41
2.4.2 Density monitoring switch 41
2.4.3 Hydraulic spring operating mechanism 41
2.4.4 SDM drives 42
2.4.5 Temperature monitoring switch 42
2.4.6 Optional components 42
2.5 Ambient conditions 43
2.5.1 Indoor installation 43
2.5.2 Outdoor installation 44
2.5.3 Seismic qualification 44
2.5.4 During storage 45
2.5.5 During transport 46
2.5.6 Gas containers 46
2.6 Resistivity 47
2.6.1 Protection class 47
2.6.2 Immissions 47
2.6.3 Emissions 47
2.7 Scope of delivery 48

3 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
3.1 Introduction 51
3.2 Product safety 51
3.3 Product protection 52
3.4 Product safety signs 53
3.4.1 Protective earth sign 53
3.4.2 Hazardous voltages 54
3.4.3 Remove maintenance lever 55
3.4.4 Danger, read operating manual 56
3.5 Hazardous areas 57
3.5.1 Product specific hazards 57

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3.5.2 Working with SF6 gas 61

3.6 Safety recommendations and standard procedures 64
3.6.1 Permit to work system 64
3.6.2 The seven safety rules 65
3.7 Obligations of the plant officer / operating company 67
3.7.1 Minimisation of residual risks 67
[Link] Safety precautions 68
[Link] Safety measures 68
[Link] Personnel instructions 68
[Link] Personnel protection 69
3.7.2 Emergency information 69

4 Design and function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

4.1 Introduction 71
4.2 Design 73
4.2.1 Pole frame 74
4.2.2 Enclosure 74
4.2.3 Circuit-breaker 75
[Link] Interrupting chamber 76
[Link] Gas equipment 76
[Link] Operating linkage 76
[Link] Hydraulic spring operating mechanism 76
[Link] Capacitor 77
4.2.4 Disconnector 77
4.2.5 SDM drives 78
4.2.6 Heat pipes 79
4.2.7 Temperature monitoring switches 81
4.2.8 Control cubicle 82
4.2.9 Optional equipment 84
[Link] Earthing switch on transformer side 85
[Link] Earthing switch on generator side 85
[Link] Starting switch 85
4.2.10 Optional components 86
[Link] Support for primary cables 87
[Link] Current transformer 87
[Link] Voltage transformer 87
[Link] Surge arrester 87
4.3 Function 88
4.3.1 Pole frame 88
4.3.2 Enclosure 88
4.3.3 Circuit-breaker 88
[Link] Interrupting chamber 89

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[Link] Gas and gas equipment 89

[Link] Operating linkage 89
[Link] Hydraulic spring operating mechanism 90
[Link] Capacitor 90
4.3.4 Disconnector 90
4.3.5 SDM drive 91
4.3.6 Heat pipe 91
4.3.7 Temperature monitoring switch 92
4.3.8 Control cubicle 92
4.3.9 Optional equipment 93
[Link] Earthing switch on transformer side 93
[Link] Earthing switch on generator side 93
[Link] Starting switch 94
4.3.10 Optional components 94
[Link] Current transformer 94
[Link] Voltage transformer 94
[Link] Surge arrester 94
4.4 Safety and control equipment 95
4.4.1 Safety concept 95
4.4.2 Key locking 95
[Link] Interlock key 95
[Link] Access key of SDM drive 95
4.4.3 Switchgear interlocking 96
[Link] Circuit-breaker protection 97
[Link] Operation of the circuit-breaker 98
[Link] Operation of the disconnector 100
[Link] Operation of earthing switches 101
[Link] Operation of starting switch 103
4.4.4 Temperature supervision 103

5 Operating and indicating elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

5.1 Introduction 105
5.2 Gas equipment 106
5.2.1 Density indicator SF6 106
[Link] Indication ranges 107
[Link] Marking point 107
5.3 Hydraulic spring operating mechanism 108
5.3.1 Indicating elements 109
[Link] Position indicator for the circuit-breaker 109
[Link] Indicator for filling level of hydraulic oil 109
[Link] Indicator for spring travel 109
5.4 SDM drive 110

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5.4.1 Operating elements 111

5.4.2 Indicating elements 113
[Link] Position indicator 114
[Link] Locking tab for hand crank 114
5.5 Control cubicle 115
5.5.1 Control panel 115
5.5.2 Operating elements 116
[Link] Illuminated pushbuttons of mimic diagram 116
[Link] Interlocking key switch S2 116
[Link] Temperature signals reset 116
5.5.3 Indicating elements 117
[Link] Illuminated pushbuttons of mimic diagram 117
[Link] Counters 117
[Link] Status signals 117
[Link] Alarm signals 118

6 Erection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
6.1 Introduction 121
6.1.1 Safety instructions 121
[Link] Safety at work 121
[Link] Means of transport 122
6.1.2 Target group 123
6.2 Prerequisites 124
6.2.1 Supplied documents 124
6.2.2 Infrastructure 124
[Link] Standard accessories 125
[Link] Optional accessories 125
6.3 Unpacking and transport 126
6.3.1 Receipt of goods 126
6.3.2 Transport with packaging 126
6.3.3 Unpacking 126
6.3.4 Checking received goods 127
6.3.5 Lifting the product 128
[Link] Attaching the crane hook to the lifting beam 129
[Link] Placing the lifting beam onto the enclosures 129
[Link] Attaching the lifting beam to the product 129
[Link] Transport by crane 131
[Link] Replacing transport supports by pole frame supports 132
6.4 Installation preparation 133
6.4.1 Space requirements 133
6.4.2 Floor layout 134
6.4.3 Pole frame supports 134

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[Link] Dynamic forces 135

6.5 Erection site preparation 136
6.5.1 Erection on concrete floor 136
6.5.2 Erection on steel structure 136
[Link] Securing by bolting 136
[Link] Securing by welding 137
6.6 Product erection 137
6.6.1 Aligning the product 137
6.6.2 Securing the product 138
[Link] Concrete floor 138
[Link] Steel structure 138
6.6.3 Removing the lifting equipment 138
6.6.4 Control cubicle 139
[Link] Attaching the control cubicle to the crane hook 140
[Link] Separating the control cubicle from the pole frame 141
6.6.5 Aligning the control cubicle 142
6.6.6 Securing the control cubicle 142
[Link] Concrete floor 142
[Link] Steel structure 142
6.6.7 Releasing the control cubicle from the crane hook 142
6.7 Access to the product enclosure 143
6.7.1 Entering the enclosure 144
6.7.2 Closing the enclosure 145
6.8 Connection zone 146
6.8.1 Connecting the IPB 148
[Link] Enclosure 149
[Link] Flexible connections 150
[Link] Mounting the flexible connections 151
6.9 Protective earthing 152
6.10 Cabling 153
6.11 Completion of erection work 154
6.12 Request for commissioning 155
6.12.1 High voltage test 156

7 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
7.1 Introduction 157
7.1.1 Safety instructions 157
7.1.2 Target group 159
7.2 Operating modes 159
7.3 SDM drive 160
7.3.1 Normal operation 160
7.3.2 Using control panel of SDM drive 161

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[Link] Enabling the operating panel for operation 162

[Link] Setting the drive modes 162
[Link] Hand crank operation 164
[Link] Locking a switching element 165
[Link] Unlocking a switching element 166
[Link] Returning to normal operation 166
7.4 Control cubicle 167
7.4.1 REMOTE operating mode 167
7.4.2 Using control panel of control cubicle 167
[Link] Access to the control panel 168
[Link] Switching operating mode on the control cubicle 168
[Link] Performing a LAMP TEST 168
[Link] Operation in LOCAL operating mode 168
[Link] Returning to REMOTE operating mode 169
7.5 Fault recognition 170
7.5.1 Gas equipment 170
7.5.2 Hydraulic spring operating mechanism 171
7.5.3 Temperature monitoring switch 172
7.5.4 SDM drives 173
7.5.5 Control cubicle 174
7.5.6 Switchgear interlocking 174

8 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
8.1 Introduction 175
8.1.1 Safety instructions 175
8.1.2 Target group 175
8.2 Maintenance concept 176
8.2.1 Targets of maintenance 176
8.3 Maintenance chart 177
8.3.1 Status signals 178
8.3.2 Scheduled maintenance 180
[Link] Analysing tasks 180
[Link] Overhaul criteria 180
[Link] Overhaul tasks 181
[Link] End of product life cycle 182
8.3.3 Administrative tasks 182
[Link] Organising overhaul 182
8.4 Maintenance plan 183
8.4.1 Adapting time intervals 184
8.5 Periodic checks 186
8.5.1 Supervisory tasks 187
8.5.2 Routine checks 188

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[Link] Check gas density 189

[Link] Check oil level 190
8.5.3 Functional checks 191
[Link] Check function 191
[Link] Check functional reliability 193
8.6 Customised services 194
8.6.1 Verification measurements 195
[Link] Travel measurement vs. time 195
[Link] Dynamic resistance measurement 196
8.6.2 Extended functional checks 197
[Link] Gas equipment 197
[Link] Hydraulic spring operating mechanism 197
[Link] Heat pipes and temperature monitoring switches 197
8.7 Overhaul information 198
8.7.1 Mechanical lifetime 199
8.7.2 Electrical lifetime 200
[Link] Opening operations of circuit-breaker 200
[Link] Closing operations of circuit-breaker 205
[Link] Earthing switch with motor operated short-circuiting connection 206
[Link] Starting switch 206
8.7.3 Overhaul packages 207
[Link] Mechanical overhaul 207
[Link] Electrical overhaul 208
[Link] Time based overhaul 208

9 Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
9.1 Introduction 209
9.1.1 Safety instructions 209
9.2 Preconditions 209
9.3 Basic information 210
9.3.1 Purpose and selection of the packaging 210
9.3.2 Markings of the packaging 211
9.3.3 Temporary corrosion protection 212
9.3.4 Securing and padding 213
9.3.5 Boxes and crates 213
9.3.6 Hazardous goods 213
9.4 Packing the product 214
9.4.1 Preparation 214
9.4.2 Packing 215
9.4.3 Packing the lifting equipment 218

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10 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
10.1 Introduction 219
10.1.1 Safety instructions 219
10.1.2 Target group 219
10.2 Storage conditions 220
10.2.1 Storage method 220
10.2.2 Storage period 220
10.2.3 Space requirements 220
10.2.4 Physical conditions 220
10.2.5 Danger information 221
10.2.6 Identification 221
10.3 Maintenance during storage 221
10.4 Re-commissioning after storage 221

11 Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
11.1 Introduction 223
11.1.1 Safety instructions 223
[Link] Manufacturer's lifting equipment 224
11.1.2 Target group 224
11.2 Transport with packaging 225
11.3 Transport without packaging 225

12 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
12.1 Introduction 227
12.1.1 Safety instructions 227
12.1.2 Target group 227
12.2 Preconditions 228
12.3 Recycling and disposal 228
12.3.1 Oil 228
12.3.2 SF6 gas 229
12.3.3 Acids 229
12.3.4 Working fluid 229
12.3.5 Paper 229
12.3.6 Cardboard 230
12.3.7 Wood 230
12.3.8 Plastic 230
12.3.9 Polystyrene 230
12.3.10 Metals 230
12.4 Standardised disposal assemblies 231
12.4.1 Dismantling 231

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12.4.2 Intermediate storage 231

12.5 Disposal depots, authorities 231
12.5.1 Return to manufacturer 231
12.5.2 Notification of authorities 231
12.5.3 Notification of manufacturer 231

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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

ABB hereafter named manufacturer.
[Link]
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 27

24-hour call centre +41 (0)844 845 845

Service fax +41 (0)58 588 18 22
Service mail gcb_service@[Link]

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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 levels 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 Generator Circuit-Breaker System
– Type HECS -130XLp
The document identification is shown in the footer:
– Document ID 1HC0074689
– Revision index AA
– Language E01 eng

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

[Link] 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

[Link] 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 [Link] 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

[Link] 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.

[Link] Illustrations
Illustrations are commented in legends following the illustration. Illustrations
are not to scale.

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[Link] Values and units

Values above 1000 are displayed without dividers for thousands.
Decimal separator: dot “.”
Units are presented according to the International System of Units, SI. Base
units, their multiples or sub-units are used.

[Link] 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.

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[Link] Helpful or important information

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

1.3.6 Additional documents

There is a separate document for:
• the hydraulic spring operating mechanism
• transport instructions
• manual short-circuiting connection (if ordered)
• instructions for connecting the starting switch (if ordered)

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.

[Link] 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

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[Link] 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.

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.

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

Fig. 2-1 Generator Circuit-Breaker System HECS -130XLp

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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 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 51 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:
Generator circuit-breaker system
– IEC 62271-1 (replaces IEC 60694) High-voltage switchgear and
controlgear - Part 1: Common specifications

Circuit-breaker
– IEEE C37.013 IEEE standard for AC high-voltage generator circuit
breakers rated on a symmetrical current basis

Disconnector and earthing switches

– IEC 62271-102 High-Voltage Switchgear and Controlgear - Part 102:
Alternating current disconnectors and earthing switches

Capacitor
– IEC 60358 Coupling capacitors and capacitor dividers

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Current and voltage transformers

– IEEE C57.13 Requirements for Instrument Transformers
– IEC 60044-1 Instrument transformers - Part 1: Current transformers
– IEC 60044-2 Instrument transformers - Part 2: Inductive voltage
transformers

Surge arrester
– IEEE C62.11 IEEE Standard for Metal-Oxide Surge Arresters for
Alternating Current Power Circuits (>1 kV)
– IEC 60099-4 Surge arresters - Part 4: Metal-oxide surge arresters
without gaps for a.c. systems

SF6 gas
– IEC 60376 Specification of technical grade sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) for
use in electrical equipment
– IEC 60480 Guidelines for the checking and treatment of sulfur
hexafluoride (SF6 ) taken from electrical equipment and specification for
its re-use

Heat pipe
– PED 97/23EG Pressure Equipment Directive

Enclosure protection
– IEC 60529 Degrees of Protection Provided by Enclosures (IP Code)

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2.1.3 Product labelling

Fig. 2-2 Labelling on a Generator Circuit-Breaker System HECS -130XLp

1 Manufacturer logo
2 Product name
3 Rating plate

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2.2 Product data

NOTE
The product data is indicated on the rating plate.
– Section 2.1.3 Product labelling, page 26
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) 1HC2...

Tab. 2-1 Product data according to rating plate

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

2 3

Fig. 2-3 Dimensions of the product, front and side view

1 Depth
2 Height of control cubicle
3 Height of product enclosure and pole frame
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 [Link] Plant specific documents, page 21.

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2.3 Performance characteristics and technical data

Hereafter, only the performance characteristics of the product are given.
Performance characteristics of the product may vary according to the plant
specific configuration of assemblies and optional components.
For the plant specific performance characteristics of the product see rating
plate.
– Section 2.1.3 Product labelling, page 26

2.3.1 Generator circuit-breaker system

Rated frequency 50/60 Hz

Rated normal current at 40 °C
With cooling system:
at 50 Hz rated frequency 18.0 kA
at 60 Hz rated frequency 17.4 kA
In case of failure of cooling system:
at 50 Hz rated frequency 14.0
at 60 Hz rated frequency 13.0
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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[Link] Circuit-breaker
Technical data according to IEEE C37.013.

Serial number, refer to the rating plate 1HC2 ....-10

Rated frequency 50/60 Hz
Rated normal current at 40 °C
With cooling system:
at 50 Hz rated frequency 18.0 kA
at 60 Hz rated frequency 17.4 kA
In case of failure of cooling system:
at 50 Hz rated frequency 14.0
at 60 Hz rated frequency 13.0
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 [Link] Hydraulic spring operating mechanism, page 32

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[Link] Gas and gas equipment

Gas
Technical data according to IEC 60376 and IEC 60480.

Insulating and quenching medium SF6 gas

Quantity for 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 at 20 °C 620 kPa (abs)
Alarm pressure at 20 °C 560 kPa (abs)
Minimum functional pressure at 20 °C 540 kPa (abs)

Micro switch terminals of density monitoring switch

Three micro switches are factory-set at dropping density and must be
evaluated for switchgear interlocking:

Micro switch Meaning Signal name

Density fallen below

Number 1 a minimum functional density SF6 BLOCKING CLOSE / TRIP I

Density fallen below

Number 2 alarm density SF6 LOW DENSITY

Density fallen below

Number 3 a minimum functional density SF6 BLOCKING TRIP II

a: For safety reasons minimum functional density is monitored by two

independent micro switches, SF6 BLOCKING CLOSE / TRIP I and
SF6 BLOCKING TRIP II

Density indicator
Measuring gauge of class 1.0 if the following conditions are fulfilled:

Temperature range: - 20…+ 70 °C

No temperature differences between:
interrupting chamber and density indicator

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[Link] Hydraulic spring operating mechanism

Type HMB 4.5

Serial number, refer to the rating plate 1HC2 ....-11

Trip coils, variant 1:
Rated voltage 110–125 V DC
Resistance 36 Ω
Motor, variant 1:
Rated voltage 110–125 V DC
Peak current 30 A peak
Operating current 6 A
Trip coils, variant 2:
Rated voltage 220–250 V DC
Resistance 154 Ω
Motor, variant 2:
Rated voltage 220–250 V DC
Peak current 20 A peak
Operating current 3 A

See Section 1.3.6 Additional documents, page 21.

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Safety relevant micro switch terminals

The following micro switches must be evaluated for switchgear interlocking:

Spring travel Meaning Signal name

Spring travel of the disc springs

S1 (23 - 24) below closing threshold BLOCKING C

Spring travel of the disc springs BLOCKING O

S1 (03 - 04) a below opening threshold TRIP I

Spring travel of the disc springs BLOCKING O

S1 (13 - 14) a below opening threshold TRIP II

a: For safety reasons the blocking range of spring travel is monitored

by independent micro switches for TRIP I and TRIP II.

Auxiliary switch Meaning Signal name

Circuit-breaker:
S0 (01 - 02) switching position OPEN OPEN

Circuit-breaker: CLOSE
S0 (03 - 04) switching position CLOSE TRIP I

Circuit-breaker: CLOSE
S0 (13 - 14) switching position CLOSE TRIP II

[Link] Capacitor

Layout Sheet-metal enclosed capacitor filled with oil

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

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[Link] Disconnector
Technical data according to IEC 62271-102.

Serial number, refer to the rating plate 1HC2 ....-20

Rated frequency 50/60 Hz
Rated normal current at 40 °C
With cooling system:
at 50 Hz rated frequency 18.0 kA
at 60 Hz rated frequency 17.4 kA
In case of failure of cooling system:
at 50 Hz rated frequency 14.0
at 60 Hz rated frequency 13.0
Rated voltage 36 kV
Rated short-duration power-frequency withstand
voltage, common value 80 kV
Rated short-duration power-frequency withstand
voltage, across the insulating distance 88 kV
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage, common
value 150 kV peak
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage, across
the insulating 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 [Link] SDM drive, page 35

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[Link] 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

Safety relevant micro switch terminals

The following micro switches must be evaluated for switchgear interlocking:

Meaning Signal name a

Connected switching element CLOSE QXX CLOSE

Connected switching element OPEN QXX OPEN

Access key removed QXX NOT OPERATED BY KEY

a: QXX represents the connected switching element:

Q9 disconnector, Q81 and Q82 earthing switches, and Q91 starting
switch

[Link] Heat pipe

Technical data according to PED 97/23EG.
Ratings of pressure, volume, and temperature below the definitions for
equipment of category I.

Working fluid

Hydrofluorether HFE
Reservations from conventions and
legislation none
Flammability none
Chemical stability over product lifetime decomposition negligible
Classification
according to PED 9 / 23EG group 2, non-dangerous substance

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[Link] Temperature monitoring switches

Serially-arranged temperature sensors with micro switches generate the
following output 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.

[Link] 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 terminal blocks are provided.

2.3.2 Optional equipment

[Link] Earthing switch

Technical data according to IEC 62271-102.

Serial number, refer to the rating plate 1HC2 ....-30

1HC2 ....-40
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 [Link] SDM drive, page 35

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[Link] Earthing switch with motor operated short-circuiting

connection
Technical data according to IEC 62271-102.

Serial number, refer to the rating plate 1HC2 ....-30

Rated frequency 50 60 Hz
Rated normal current at 40 °C 2.1 1.9 kA
Short-time current, 50 min, at 40 °C 4.3 3.9 kA
Short-time current, 45 min, at 40 °C 4.4 4.0 kA
Short-time current, 40 min, at 40 °C 4.6 4.2 kA
Short-time current, 35 min, at 40 °C 4.8 4.4 kA
Short-time current, 30 min, at 40 °C 5.1 4.6 kA
Short-time current, 25 min, at 40 °C 5.4 4.9 kA
Short-time current, 20 min, at 40 °C 5.8 5.3 kA
Short-time current, 15 min, at 40 °C 6.3 5.8 kA
Short-time current, 10 min, at 40 °C 7.3 6.6 kA
Short-time current, 5 min, at 40 °C 9.1 8.3 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 [Link] SDM drive, page 35

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[Link] Starting switch

Technical data according to IEC 62271-102.

Serial number, refer to the rating plate 1HC2 ....-50

Rated frequency 50 60 Hz
Rated normal current at 40 °C 1.8 1.6 kA
Short-time current, 50 min, at 40 °C 2.5 2.3 kA
Short-time current, 45 min, at 40 °C 2.6 2.4 kA
Short-time current, 40 min, at 40 °C 2.8 2.6 kA
Short-time current, 35 min, at 40 °C 3.0 2.7 kA
Short-time current, 30 min, at 40 °C 3.3 3.0 kA
Short-time current, 25 min, at 40 °C 3.6 3.3 kA
Short-time current, 20 min, at 40 °C 4.1 3.7 kA
Short-time current, 15 min, at 40 °C 4.8 4.3 kA
Short-time current, 10 min, at 40 °C 5.9 5.4 kA
Short-time current, 5 min, at 40 °C 8.6 7.9 kA
Rated voltage 7.2 kV
Rated short-duration power-frequency withstand
voltage 20 kV
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage 40 kV peak
Rated short-time withstand current 104 kA
Rated peak withstand current 285 kA peak
Rated duration of short circuit 1 s
Insulating medium air
Pressure atmospheric
Capacitive switching capability 0.5 A

Drive of starting switch:

– Section [Link] SDM drive, page 35

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2.3.3 Optional components

[Link] Current transformer

Layout 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

[Link] Voltage transformer

Types Without fuse 125 kV peak, 150 kV peak

With fuse 125 kV peak

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 125 kV peak:

Highest system voltage 24 kV
Maximum rated short-duration power-
frequency withstand voltage 60 kV
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage 125 kV peak
Rated insulation level for type 150 kV peak:
Highest system voltage 36 kV
Maximum rated short-duration power-
frequency withstand voltage 80 kV
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage 150 kV peak

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[Link] Surge arrester

Layout Metal-oxide surge arrester with silicon-polymere housing

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

Nominal discharge current (8 / 20 μs) In 20 kA

High current impulse (4 / 10 μs) Ihc 100 kA
Energy absorption capacity W'h 13.3 kJ / kVUc
Long duration current impulse (2 ms) Ild 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 [Link] 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
– Temperature monitoring switches
– Optional 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 Temperature monitoring switch

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

2.4.6 Optional components

Current transformers and voltage transformers 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,
without reduction of rated normal current 1000 m
Air pollution level according to IEC 60815:
I - Light, II - Medium, III - Heavy, IV - Very Heavy
without special technical release: I
with special technical release: II, III, IV
Relative humidity
monthly average ≤ 90 %
24 hours average ≤ 95 %

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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,
without reduction of rated normal current 1000 m
Air pollution level according to IEC 60815:
I - Light, II - Medium, III - Heavy, IV - Very Heavy
without special technical release: II
with special technical release: III, IV
Maximum ice coating 20 mm
Maximum wind speed 50 m/s
Maximum snow load 2.7 kPa

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

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2.5.4 During storage

Corrosion protection must be considered, see Section 9.3.3 Temporary
corrosion protection, page 212.

Maximum ambient air temperature + 80 °C

Minimum ambient air temperature - 50 °C

Packed, see Section 9 Packaging, page 209

Relative humidity ≤ 100 %

Unpacked

Relative humidity
monthly average ≤ 90 %
24 hours average ≤ 95 %
Air pollution level according to IEC 60815:
I - Light, II - Medium, III - Heavy, IV - Very Heavy
indoor installation
without special technical release I
with special technical release II, III, IV
outdoor installation
without special technical release 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 212.

Maximum ambient air temperature + 80 °C

Minimum ambient air temperature - 50 °C

Packed, see Section 9 Packaging, page 209

Relative humidity ≤ 100 %

Acceleration
value ≤ 150 m / s2
duration ≤ 10 ms

Unpacked

Relative humidity
monthly average ≤ 90 %
24 hours average ≤ 95 %
Air pollution level according to IEC 60815:
I - Light, II - Medium, III - Heavy, IV - Very Heavy
indoor installation
without special technical release I
with special technical release II, III, IV
outdoor installation
without special technical release 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 switch IP 54
Terminal box of starting switch IP 43

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 43

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 [Link] Standard accessories, page 125
– Section [Link] Plant specific documents, page 21

Equipment of the product

Maximum permissible number of individual assemblies and components:
– Tab. 2-2 Possible equipment options, page 49
If surge arresters are built-in, the possible number of voltage transformers
varies:
– Tab. 2-3 Combinations of surge arresters and voltage transformers,
page 50

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Assemblies, components per generator circuit-

breaker system per phase

Circuit-breaker 1

Hydraulic spring operating mechanism HMB 4.5 1

Disconnector 1

Control cubicle 1

Earthing switches a 0–2

Starting switch 0–1

SDM drives 1–4

Capacitors 2

Heat pipes 3

Temperature monitoring switches 3

Current transformers 0–2

Voltage transformers b, c

– Type 125 kV peak 0–6

– Type 125 kV peak with fuse 0–4

– Type 150 kV peak 0–4

Surge arresters b 0–2

Sets of flexible connections 2

Tab. 2-2 Possible equipment options

a: As a variant, the earthing switch 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 50.
c: Voltage transformers are always of one type within a generator circuit-breaker system.

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Quantity of voltage transformers per phase

Quantity of surge arresters 125 kV peak 125 kV peak 150 kV peak

per phase with fuse

1 0–5 0–4 0–4

2 0–4 0–4 0–4

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 67.

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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 damage 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 106.

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 43.
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 209.

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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:
• 2 earthing points on the pole frame
• 2 earthing points on the control cubicle
Both, the pole frame and the control cubicle must be earthed separately.
Correct earthing of the product:
• Only one (1) earthing point of the control cubicle must be connected to
protective earthing.
• Only one (1) earthing point of the pole frame must be connected to
protective earthing.

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 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
– with optional starting switch:
if the static frequency converter is energised
– if the product is in operation

Fig. 3-2 Hazardous voltages

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3.4.3 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.

1HC0061421R0eng
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.

1HC0061421R0eng
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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3.4.4 Danger, read operating manual

DANGER
Unauthorised use of hand crank
Unauthorised use of hand crank may cause explosion of the switching
element connected to an SDM drive:
• Make sure that the hand crank is secured against misuse and loss by
means of securing pin and padlock.
• The hand crank may only be used for maintenance purposes.
• Before using hand crank read:
– Section 5 Operating and indicating elements, page 105
– Section 7 Operation, page 157

The labels are attached to the pole frame, next to the holding device for the
hand crank.

2
3

Fig. 3-4 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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3.5 Hazardous areas

The extent of hazardous areas varies during the product life cycle according
to:
• the respective location of the product,
• the energisation status of the product.
Hazardous 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 residual 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
– with optional starting switch:
if the static frequency converter is energised
– if the product is in operation
2. Prerequisites to open the enclosure:
– generator disconnected or shut down
– transformer disconnected or earthed
– with optional starting switch:
static frequency converter disconnected or earthed
– conductors of isolated-phase bus earthed
– power supply and control voltage of product disconnected

DANGER
Explosion during operation
Any switching 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 106.
Overheating of the conductor of the product may cause explosion of an
interrupting chamber.
1. Permanently supervise the status of the signals from the temperature
monitoring switches.
2. If high temperatures are indicated, the load current must be reduced
after 30 min, by at least 1 kA / min.
Specifications for current reduction, see Section 2.3.1 Generator
circuit-breaker system, page 29.
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 175.

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DANGER
Explosion hazard
Operation of the drive for the disconnector:
1. Ensure that the circuit-breaker is open if the drive for the disconnector
is operated.
– Section [Link] Operation of the disconnector, page 100
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 [Link] Earthing switch with motor operated short-
circuiting connection, page 37
The hand crank must only be used by certified technicians for
maintenance purposes!

DANGER
Electric shock – hazardous supply voltages
Assemblies of the product are energized 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 energized.

WARNING
Noise along with switching operations
The hydraulic spring operating mechanism may switch at any time.
Unexpected switching operations may cause hearing damages.
1. Protect your ears by wearing ear protection during operation.

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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

3.5.2 Working with SF6 gas

It must be avoided that solid and / or gaseous products of decomposition are
released into the environment. 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 67

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.

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DANGER
Solid and gaseous products of decomposition
In SF6 gas switching operation 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

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.

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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 severe greenhouse effect.
1. Observe the instructions for handling and storage.
2. Avoid the escape of SF6 gas into the atmosphere.

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
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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 process 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 carried out
– 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
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 carrying out 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

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Clearance and cancellation require duly signed confirmations by:

• the person who is responsible for carrying out 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.
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.
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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 64.
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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[Link] 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.

[Link] 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.

[Link] 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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[Link] 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. The single-line diagram shows one phase of a fully equipped
3-phase system, see Fig. 4-1, page 71.

3
4
5

6
7
8
9
10
11
4
5

12
Fig. 4-1 Single-line diagram
1 Step-up transformer
2 Current transformer
3 Surge arrester
4 Capacitor
5 Voltage transformer
6 Earthing switch on transformer side
7 Disconnector
8 Manual short-circuiting connection (if ordered)
9 Circuit-breaker
10 Earthing switch on generator side
– or
Earthing switch with short-circuiting connection
11 Starting switch
12 Generator

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Switching element DIN 40719-2 DIN EN 61346

Circuit-breaker Q0 QA1

Disconnector Q9 QB9

Earthing switch on generator side Q81 QC91

Earthing switch on transformer side Q82 QC92

Starting switch Q91 QB91

Tab. 4-1 Definitions of switching elements

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4.2 Design

8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

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

1 Pole frame on pole frame supports
2 Coolers of heat pipes
3 Enclosure with cover
4 Each enclosure includes:
– 1 interrupting chamber of circuit-breaker
– 2 capacitors
– 1 phase of disconnector
– 1 phase of earthing switch on generator side – optional
– 1 phase of earthing switch on transformer side – optional
– 1 phase of starting switch – optional
– evaporators of heat pipes
– temperature monitoring switches
– optional components
5 Underneath the pole frame:
– Gas equipment of circuit-breaker
– Operating linkages
– Short-circuiting connection of earthing switch on generator
side – optional
6 Mounted to the pole frame:
– SDM drive for disconnector
– SDM drives for earthing switches – optional
– SDM drive for starting switch – 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 mounted on four pole frame
supports.
Assemblies mounted to the pole frame:
• above the pole frame:
– three enclosures
• at the 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 on generator side –
optional

4.2.2 Enclosure
Assemblies on top of the enclosures:
• coolers of heat pipes
• cover of enclosure
Assemblies inside of the enclosure:
• 1 interrupting chamber of the circuit-breaker
• 2 capacitors
• 1 phase of the disconnector
• 1 phase of earthing switch on generator side – optional
• 1 phase of earthing switch on transformer side – optional
• 1 phase of starting switch – optional
• evaporators of heat pipes
• temperature monitoring switches
• optional 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 inspection of the switching positions of the
disconnector and the earthing switches.

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The enclosure is electrically insulated from the pole frame. Earthing of the
enclosure has to be executed according to the plant‘s internal earthing
concept.

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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[Link] 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.

[Link] 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.

[Link] 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.

[Link] 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
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[Link] Capacitor
1 capacitor per phase is connected to the generator side and 1 to the
transformer side of the product.

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
• gearbox
A 3 phase asynchronous motor drives a gearbox which is connected to the
operating linkage of either the disconnector, an earthing switch or the starting
switch.
One drive is respectively connected to each of the following:
• the disconnector
• the optional earthing switch on generator side
– or –
the optional earthing switch with short-circuiting connection
• the optional earthing switch on transformer side
• the optional starting switch

1 2 3 4
Fig. 4-5 Locations of SDM drives
1 Disconnector
2 Earthing switch on transformer side – optional
3 Earthing switch on generator side – optional
– or
Earthing switch with short-circuiting connection – optional
4 Starting switch – optional

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4.2.6 Heat pipes

A heat pipe comprises:
• 1 evaporator with insulator
• 1 metal hose
• 1 vacuum-sealed drying filter
• 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 heat pipes are mounted
onto the device to be cooled.
1 heat pipe each is 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 drying filter
4 Vacuum-sealed service port
5 Metal hose
6 Evaporator with insulator

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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.
• Service ports and drying filters must never be opened.
Qualification necessary to perform service on heat pipes:
– Certified overhauler or supervisor,
see Section 1.2 Target groups, page 14

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4.2.7 Temperature monitoring switches

A temperature monitoring switch comprises:
• 1 bimetallic temperature sensor
• 1 insulator
• 1 micro switch
Temperature monitoring switches are premounted units. Bimetallic
temperature sensors and micro switches 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 micro switch

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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 [Link]
Plant specific documents, page 21.

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 generator 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 two doors give access to the inner compartments. Elements of the inner
compartments:
• mounted panels for control devices, for example:
– protection switches
– miniature circuit breakers
– relays
– 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

4
Fig. 4-9 Overview interior, optional equipment
Starting switch
1 Switching unit
2 SDM drive with operating linkage
Earthing switch on generator side
3 Switching unit
4 SDM drive with operating linkage
and – optionally:
with short-circuiting connection
Earthing switch on transformer side
5 Switching unit
6 SDM drive with operating linkage, behind hydraulic spring
operating mechanism

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[Link] Earthing switch on transformer side

The earthing switch on transformer side comprises:
• 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
• SDM drive with operating linkage

[Link] Earthing switch on generator side

The earthing switch on generator side comprises:
• 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
• SDM drive with operating linkage
• optionally: short-circuiting connection interconnecting the 3 phases

[Link] Starting switch

The starting switch comprises:
• 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 starting 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
• SDM drive with operating linkage

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4.2.10 Optional 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 [Link] Plant specific documents, page 21.
– Section 2.7 Scope of delivery, page 48 with Tab. 2-3 Combinations of
surge arresters and voltage transformers, page 50

1
1
2

Fig. 4-10 Components, example configuration

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

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[Link] Support for primary cables

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

[Link] Current transformer

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 to terminal blocks in the control cubicle.

[Link] Voltage transformer

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 to terminal blocks in the control cubicle.
Permissible number of components per phase:
– Section 2.7 Scope of delivery, page 48 with Tab. 2-2 Possible
equipment options, page 49

[Link] Surge arrester

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 48 with Tab. 2-2 Possible
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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:
• 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:
• 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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[Link] 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.

[Link] 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 signals are
available on the interfaces of the circuit-breaker, see Section [Link] Gas and
gas equipment, page 31.

Density indicator
The density indicator facilitates to check the density of SF6 gas visually, see
Section 5.2 Gas equipment, page 106.

[Link] 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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[Link] Hydraulic spring operating mechanism

The hydraulic spring operating mechanism operates the interrupting
chambers 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 signals are available on the
interfaces of the circuit-breaker, see Section [Link] Hydraulic spring
operating mechanism, page 32.

[Link] Capacitor
Capacitors reduce the rate of rise of the transient recovery voltage appearing
during switching.

4.3.4 Disconnector
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 transformer-fed short-circuit currents and generator-fed short-
circuit currents for a short time

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4.3.5 SDM drive

SDM drives actuate the switching movements of the disconnector, the
earthing switches and / or the starting switch. The rotatory movement of the
drive is converted to the active switching movement by means of gearboxes
and operating linkages.
The operating panel of the SDM drive is equipped with a key locking system
which comprises safety functions:
• A micro switch 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 micro switches 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.
Status information about the CLOSE or OPEN switching position is provided for
switchgear interlocking.

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.
• Service ports and drying filters must never be opened.
Qualification necessary to perform service on heat pipes:
– Certified overhauler or supervisor.

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 at least 1 kA / min.
Specifications for current reduction:
– Section 2.3.1 Generator circuit-breaker system, page 29

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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 micro switch.
The micro switch provides status information to generate an alarm signal.
The signals of the individual temperature monitoring switches are available
on the interfaces of the product, see Section [Link] Temperature monitoring
switches, page 36.
An insulator prevents electric flashover from the housing of the temperature
sensor to the housing of the micro switch.

4.3.8 Control cubicle

The control cubicle comprises the following functions:
• Function of the cubicle
– electromagnetic shielding
• Functions of the control panel
– selection of REMOTE or LOCAL operating mode
– local operation
– deactivation of switching operations from the main control desk
except for TRIP II opening operation of the circuit-breaker
– local indication of event and alarm signals
– local indication of operation counters
• Functions of the inner compartments:
– control power supply
– switchgear interlocking
– relay of control signals from the main control desk to the connected
switching elements in REMOTE operating mode
– relay of TRIP II signals to the circuit-breaker independent of the
selected operating mode
– relay of control signals from REMOTE and LOCAL operating modes to
the connected switching elements
– relay of event and alarm signals from the connected switching
elements to control panel and main control desk
– relay of customer-specific signals from components to the main
control desk
– control of heating system
Details of plant specific configuration:
– Section [Link] Plant specific documents, page 21.

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4.3.9 Optional equipment

[Link] Earthing switch on transformer side

The earthing switch on transformer side 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 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.

[Link] Earthing switch on generator side

The earthing switch on generator side 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 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 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.

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[Link] Starting switch

The starting switch is used to connect a turbine-generator set to an
acceleration device during start-up of the power generating unit.
The starting switch performs the following functions.
• The starting switch ensures the required insulation levels in the closed
and open switching positions at all times.
• The starting switch performs closing and opening operations under no-
load conditions.
• The starting switch performs closing and opening operations under
capacitive load conditions.
• The starting switch carries generator-fed short-circuit currents for a short
time.

4.3.10 Optional components

[Link] Current transformer

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

[Link] Voltage transformer

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

[Link] Surge arrester

Surge arresters provide protection against overvoltages.

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4.4 Safety and control equipment

4.4.1 Safety concept

The safety concept considers 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 Key locking

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

Safekeeping of the keys and administration of access authorisation are the

responsibility of the plant officer / operating company.

[Link] Interlock key

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.

[Link] Access key of SDM drive

The access key is required to perform any operating action on the operating
panel of the SDM drive. If the access key is inserted, the SDM drive cannot
be operated REMOTE from the plant main control desk or LOCAL from the
control cubicle.

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4.4.3 Switchgear interlocking

The sections below describe the typical design of switchgear interlocking.
Preconditions for switching operations are stated in each section. These
preconditions include interlocking conditions of optional equipment. For
details on plant specific interlocking refer to Section [Link] Plant specific
documents, page 21.

NOTE
Interlocking with control cubicles of third party manufacturers
It is the responsibility of the plant officer / operating company to install an
interlocking system which effectively eliminates inappropriate switching
operations.

Switchgear interlocking prevents hazardous operating conditions caused by

inappropriate switching operations of the following elements:
• circuit-breaker
• disconnector
• earthing switches
• starting switch
If the product is operated in combination with the control cubicle of the
manufacturer:
• The interlocking circuits are part of the circuitries which control the
switching elements.
• Options for customer control and external interlocking are provided.
• The status of interlocking alarms is indicated on the signal board.
Details on signals:
– Tab. 4-1 Definitions of switching elements, page 72
– Section [Link] Gas and gas equipment, page 31
– Section [Link] Hydraulic spring operating mechanism, page 32
– Section [Link] SDM drive, page 35

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[Link] Circuit-breaker protection

In order to ensure safe and reliable operation of the circuit-breaker Q0 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
Fig. 4-11, page 97 and Fig. 4-12, page 97:
Closing operations CLOSE and opening operations TRIP I can be actuated
either from LOCAL or from REMOTE.

Signal: Operating mode: Switching operation:

CLOSE REMOTE or LOCAL

closing
Source of signal: Preconditions:
Hydraulic spring
operating mechanism Circuit-breaker
OPEN &
Hydraulic spring
operating mechanism BLOCKING C
not set
Density monitoring
switch SF6 BLOCKING CLOSE / TRIP I
not set

Fig. 4-11 Closing operation Q0-CLOSE

Signal: Operating mode: Switching operation:

TRIP I REMOTE or LOCAL

opening
Source of signal: Preconditions:
Hydraulic spring
operating mechanism Circuit-breaker
CLOSE TRIP I &
Hydraulic spring
operating mechanism BLOCKING O TRIP I
not set
Density monitoring
switch SF6 BLOCKING CLOSE / TRIP I
not set
Fig. 4-12 Opening operation TRIP I

Fig. 4-13, page 98:

Opening operations TRIP II are always released from REMOTE. If the LOCAL
mode is selected, this selection will be ignored by the TRIP II signal. Thus
the circuit-breaker is capable to perform opening operations TRIP II
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Signal: Operating mode: Switching operation:

TRIP II Signal from REMOTE

ignores mode selection
opening
Source of signal: Preconditions:
Hydraulic spring
operating mechanism Circuit-breaker
CLOSE TRIP II &
Hydraulic spring
operating mechanism BLOCKING O TRIP II
not set
Density monitoring
switch SF6 BLOCKING TRIP II
not set
Fig. 4-13 Opening operation TRIP II

[Link] Operation of the circuit-breaker

Closing operation

REMOTE Q0-CLOSE Signal from REMOTE, interlocking key switch S2 in position REMOTE, under
responsibility of the main control desk
Internal interlocking:
All of the following preconditions must be fulfilled:
• status of SDM drive: disconnector Q9 closed
• status of SDM drive: earthing switch Q81 open
• status of SDM drive: starting switch Q91 open
• conditions for circuit-breaker protection: fulfilled,
see Fig. 4-11 Closing operation Q0-CLOSE, page 97

LOCAL Q0-CLOSE Signal from LOCAL, interlocking key switch S2 in position LOCAL, external
interlocking must ensure that the circuit-breaker is not energised
Internal interlocking:
All of the following preconditions must be fulfilled:
• status of SDM drive: disconnector Q9 open
• EXTERNAL INTERLOCKING: FREE
• conditions for circuit-breaker protection: fulfilled,
see Fig. 4-11 Closing operation Q0-CLOSE, page 97

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Opening operation

TRIP I Signal from REMOTE, interlocking key switch S2 in position REMOTE, under
responsibility of the main control desk
– or –
Signal from LOCAL, interlocking key switch S2 in position LOCAL
Internal interlocking:
The following precondition must be fulfilled:
• conditions for circuit-breaker protection: fulfilled,
see Fig. 4-12 Opening operation TRIP I, page 97

TRIP II Signal from REMOTE, under responsibility of the main control desk
Internal interlocking:
The following precondition must be fulfilled:
• conditions for circuit-breaker protection: fulfilled,
see Fig. 4-13 Opening operation TRIP II, page 98

NOTE
Unpredictable switching operations of circuit-breaker
Opening operations TRIP II are always released from REMOTE. If the LOCAL
mode is selected, this selection will be ignored by the TRIP II signal. Thus
the circuit-breaker is capable of performing opening operations TRIP II
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[Link] Operation of the disconnector

NOTE
Disconnector has no switching capability
External interlocking must ensure that the disconnector is not energised
during opening and closing operations.

Closing operation Signal from REMOTE, interlocking key switch S2 in position REMOTE, under
Q9-CLOSE responsibility of the main control desk
– or –
Signal from LOCAL, interlocking key switch S2 in position LOCAL
Internal interlocking:
All of the following preconditions must be fulfilled:
• status of SDM drive: disconnector Q9 open
• status of SDM drive: Q9 NOT OPERATED BY KEY
• status of hydraulic spring operating mechanism: circuit-breaker Q0 open
• status of SDM drive: earthing switch Q81 open
• status of SDM drive: earthing switch Q82 open
• EXTERNAL INTERLOCKING: FREE

Opening operation Signal from REMOTE, interlocking key switch S2 in position REMOTE, under
Q9-OPEN responsibility of the main control desk
– or –
Signal from LOCAL, interlocking key switch S2 in position LOCAL
Internal interlocking:
All of the following preconditions must be fulfilled:
• status of SDM drive: disconnector Q9 closed
• status of SDM drive: Q9 NOT OPERATED BY KEY
• status of hydraulic spring operating mechanism: circuit-breaker Q0 open
• EXTERNAL INTERLOCKING: FREE

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[Link] Operation of earthing switches

NOTE
External interlocking of earthing switches:
External interlocking must ensure that earthing switches are not closed
towards live conductors.
Operation of an earthing switch with short-circuiting connection:
It must be ensured that the earthing switch does not switch currents
exceeding the values specified:
– Section [Link] Earthing switch with motor operated short-circuiting
connection, page 37

Earthing switch on generator side

Closing operation Signal from REMOTE, interlocking key switch S2 in position REMOTE, under
Q81-CLOSE responsibility of the main control desk
– or –
Signal from LOCAL, interlocking key switch S2 in position LOCAL
Internal interlocking:
All of the following preconditions must be fulfilled:
• status of SDM drive: earthing switch Q81 open
• status of SDM drive: Q81 NOT OPERATED BY KEY
• status of hydraulic spring operating mechanism: circuit-breaker Q0 open
• status of SDM drive: disconnector Q9 open
• status of SDM drive: starting switch Q91 open
• EXTERNAL INTERLOCKING: FREE

Opening operation Signal from REMOTE, interlocking key switch S2 in position REMOTE, under
Q81-OPEN responsibility of the main control desk
– or –
Signal from LOCAL, interlocking key switch S2 in position LOCAL
Internal interlocking:
All of the following precondition must be fulfilled:
• status of SDM drive: earthing switch Q81 closed
• status of SDM drive: Q81 NOT OPERATED BY KEY
• EXTERNAL INTERLOCKING: FREE

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Earthing switch on transformer side

Closing operation Signal from REMOTE, interlocking key switch S2 in position REMOTE, under
Q82-CLOSE responsibility of the main control desk
– or –
Signal from LOCAL, interlocking key switch S2 in position LOCAL
Internal interlocking:
All of the following preconditions must be fulfilled:
• status of SDM drive: earthing switch Q82 open
• status of SDM drive: Q82 NOT OPERATED BY KEY
• status of SDM drive: disconnector Q9 open
• EXTERNAL INTERLOCKING: FREE

Opening operation Signal from REMOTE, interlocking key switch S2 in position REMOTE, under
Q82-OPEN responsibility of the main control desk
– or –
Signal from LOCAL, interlocking key switch S2 in position LOCAL
Internal interlocking:
All of the following preconditions must be fulfilled:
• status of SDM drive: earthing switch Q82 closed
• status of SDM drive: Q82 NOT OPERATED BY KEY
• EXTERNAL INTERLOCKING: FREE

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[Link] Operation of starting switch

NOTE
External interlocking of starting switch:
It must be ensured that the starting switch does not switch currents
exceeding the values specified. Starting switches are designed to switch
capacitive loads only. Performance characteristics:
– Section [Link] Starting switch, page 38

Closing operation Signal from REMOTE, interlocking key switch S2 in position REMOTE, under
Q91-CLOSE responsibility of the main control desk
Internal interlocking:
All of the following preconditions must be fulfilled:
• status of SDM drive: starting switch Q91 open
• status of SDM drive: Q91 NOT OPERATED BY KEY
• status of hydraulic spring operating mechanism: circuit-breaker Q0 open
• status of SDM drive: earthing switch Q81 open
• EXTERNAL INTERLOCKING: FREE

Opening operation Signal from REMOTE, interlocking key switch S2 in position REMOTE, under
Q91-OPEN responsibility of the main control desk
Internal interlocking:
All of the following preconditions must be fulfilled:
• status of SDM drive: starting switch Q91 closed
• status of SDM drive: Q91 NOT OPERATED BY KEY
• EXTERNAL INTERLOCKING: FREE

4.4.4 Temperature supervision

The plant officer / operating company bears responsibility to permanently
supervise the status of the signals from the temperature monitoring switches.

TEMPERATURE TOO If one of these signals is set, the load current must be reduced after 30 min,
HIGH, phase 1, 2, by at least 1 kA / min.
and 3 Specifications for current reduction, see Section 2.3.1 Generator circuit-
breaker system, page 29.

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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 operate 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 157.

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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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[Link] 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 [Link] Gas and gas equipment, page 31

[Link] Marking point

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

NOTE
Density of the SF6 gas above marking point BLACK
Density of the SF6 gas is correctly displayed if there are no temperature
differences between interrupting chamber and density indicator. These
conditions may not be fulfilled when the conductors of the product are
energised.
Correct reading of the gas density is only possible with stable temperatures
during down time.
Technical data of density indicator:
– Section [Link] Gas and gas equipment, page 31

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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 [Link] Hydraulic spring operating mechanism, page 32

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

[Link] 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
[Link] Indicator for filling level of hydraulic oil
The filling level can be observed in a gauge-glass, visible through the
inspection window in 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.

[Link] 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 mounted to the pole frame of the product. Several drives
can be provided depending on the plant specific product configuration, see
Section [Link] 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 4

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

1 SDM drive for disconnector
2 SDM drive for earthing switch on transformer side – optional
3 SDM drive for earthing switch on generator side – optional
4 SDM drive for starting switch – optional

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5.4.1 Operating elements

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.
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
Hand crank:
• should be secured to the holding device below the pole frame

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 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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[Link] 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.

[Link] 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 111

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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
The following elements of the control panel are located below the mimic
diagram:
• key operated interlocking switch S2
• event counters
• 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 [Link] 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

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.

[Link] Illuminated pushbuttons of mimic diagram

In LOCAL operating mode the pushbuttons serve as operating elements. In

I 0 REMOTE operating mode this function is disabled.

[Link] Interlocking key switch S2

Interlocking key switch S2 with key positions LOCAL – REMOTE – LAMP TEST.
Remote This key switch is operated by the interlock key:
Local Lamp-Test
– Section 4.4.2 Key locking, page 95
In REMOTE position all switching operations are controlled from 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 II 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.

[Link] Temperature signals reset

The pushbutton is illuminated if a temperature monitoring switch has been

TEMP. SIGNALS activated. The alarm signal TEMPERATURE TOO HIGH, phase 1, 2, or 3
RESET
specifies the location of the fault in phase 1, 2, or 3.
• Pressing the pushbutton resets the alarm signal.

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5.5.3 Indicating elements

[Link] Illuminated pushbuttons of mimic diagram

In REMOTE and LOCAL operating modes the illuminated pushbuttons serve as

I 0 indicating elements.
The actual position of a switching element is indicated by illumination of the
corresponding 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

[Link] 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

[Link] Status signals

Status signals are displayed in a block together with alarm signals. The
indicating colour of status signals is green, if not otherwise specified.
During normal operation the indicating elements should always be
illuminated. There is a fault if one of the status signals is not set.

The following status signals are provided on the signal board

TEMPERATURE The temperature of the conductor of the respective phase is in the normal
NORMAL range and temperature monitoring circuitries are enabled.
phase 1, 2, and 3

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[Link] Alarm signals

Alarm signals are displayed in blocks, partially together with status signals.
The indicating colour of alarm signals is red, if not otherwise specified.
During normal operation the indicating elements should not be illuminated.
There is a fault if one of the alarm signals is set.
The selection of signals displayed on the signal board is described in the
plant specific documents. Signal names, and location of the single indicators
are given in the plant specific layout:
– Section [Link] Plant specific documents, page 21.

The following alarm signals are provided by the manufacturer

TRIP II CIRCUIT One or more of the preconditions for opening operations TRIP II are not
FAULT fulfilled.

TRIP I CIRCUIT One or more of the preconditions for opening operations TRIP I are not
FAULT fulfilled.

CLOSE CIRCUIT One or more of the preconditions for closing operations CLOSE are not
FAULT fulfilled.

DC VOLTAGE The pump motor of the hydraulic spring operating mechanism or one or more
FAULT elements of the controlling circuitries for opening operations TRIP II are not
TRIP II supplied with the correct supply voltage.

DC VOLTAGE The pump motor of the hydraulic spring operating mechanism or one or more
FAULT elements of the controlling circuitries for opening operations TRIP I and
CLOSE / TRIP I closing operations CLOSE are not supplied with the correct supply voltage.

DC VOLTAGE The pump motor of the hydraulic spring operating mechanism is not supplied
FAULT with the correct supply voltage.
PUMP MOTOR

BLOCKING C Insufficient pressure for the drive mechanism of the hydraulic spring
operating mechanism. The circuit-breaker can only perform one more
opening operation.

BLOCKING O Insufficient pressure for the drive mechanism of the hydraulic spring
operating mechanism. The circuit-breaker cannot perform another closing or
opening operation.

LONG TIME PUMP The threshold for switching off the pump motor of the hydraulic spring
RUNNING operating mechanism is not reached within a defined interval.

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SF6 LOW DENSITY Density of SF6 gas has fallen below alarm density.

SF6 BLOCKING Density of SF6 gas has fallen below minimum functional density. For safety
reasons minimum functional density is monitored by two independent micro
switches, generating the signals SF6 BLOCKING CLOSE / TRIP I and
SF6 BLOCKING TRIP II.

DC VOLTAGE The temperature monitoring circuitries are not supplied with the correct
FAULT supply voltage.
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL

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 at least 1 kA / min.
Specifications for current reduction, see Section 2.3.1 Generator circuit-
breaker system, page 29.

AC VOLTAGE I One of the 3 phase AC voltage supplies is not available. AC VOLTAGE I and
FAULT AC VOLTAGE II are two independent power supplies for SDM drives.

AC VOLTAGE II One of the 3 phase AC voltage supplies is not available. AC VOLTAGE I and
FAULT AC VOLTAGE II are two independent power supplies for SDM drives.

PHASE-SEQUENCE Incorrect phase-sequence of the 3 phase AC voltage supply, either

FAILURE AC VOLTAGE I or AC VOLTAGE II.

MOTOR PROT. A motor protection switch for SDM drives has been activated. Optionally
SWITCH TRIPPED there may be different motor protection switches for disconnector and
earthing switches on generator side and on transformer side. If more than
one SDM drive is protected by one protection switch, the affected SDM drive
must be identified.

AC VOLTAGE The heating system of the control cubicle is not supplied with the correct
FAULT supply voltage.
HEATING

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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 209.
– Section 11 Transport, page 223.

6.1.1 Safety instructions

The general safety instructions must be observed:
– Section 3 Safety instructions, page 51
Legislatory regulations, international standards, and the guidelines of the
plant officer / operating company regarding work safety and accident
prevention also apply.

[Link] 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.
2. Use only secure scaffolding, ladders and other devices approved by
the site safety officer.

[Link] 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 126
– Section 11 Transport, page 223

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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

Qualification The work described in this section should be performed under supervision of
a qualified technician with suitable knowledge of the safety guidelines of the
operating company and with technical training and experience with the
product.

Product Product experience should be proved by successful participation in training

experience modules.
Minimum qualification for assigned personnel: operator
– according to Section 1.2 Target groups, page 14

Assignment Assignment and training of qualified technicians is the responsibility of the

plant officer / operating company.
In case of uncertainties with regard to interpretation do not hesitate to contact
the manufacturer:
– Section 1.1 Manufacturer and customer support, page 13
Hoisting gear and transport equipment has to be used only by trained
personnel.
Welding work has to be performed only by techicians 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 [Link] Plant specific documents, page 21.

The work described in this section requires the following prerequisites:

• Generator: disconnected or shut down
• Transformer: disconnected or earthed
• Conductors of isolated-phase bus: earthed
• Power supply and control voltage of product: disconnected, will be
established during erection
• Permit to work: required
• Qualification of assigned personnel: see Section 6.1.2 Target group,
page 123

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 6.12.1 High voltage test, page 156.

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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[Link] Standard accessories

The following accessories are 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
• 4 transport brackets, attached to the pole frame
• 2 U-shaped brackets, between transport brackets and control cubicle
• 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
• 2 belt slings for the control cubicle, attached to the side walls of the
control cubicle
• 2 shims for the control cubicle, attached to a support of the control
cubicle

[Link] Optional accessories

Optional accessories are included according to plant specific documents and
packing list:
– Section [Link] 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 43.
2. Keep the product in storage if adequate environmental conditions
cannot permanently be provided, see Section 10 Storage, page 219
3. Pack the product if it is already unpacked and adequate environmental
conditions cannot permanently be provided,
see Section 9 Packaging, page 209.

6.3.1 Receipt of goods

The product is assembled, packed and transported as a complete unit. See
Section 9 Packaging, page 209.
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 223.

6.3.3 Unpacking
1. Remove packing list and transport instructions from the document
pocket on the outside of the transport crate.
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 packing material.
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 106.
Fig. 6-2 SF6 gas density during transport, page 127:
– 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

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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.

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
7
9 7

Fig. 6-3 Lifting equipment

1 Belt slings between outer clamps
2 Lifting beam
3 Round slings, position on lifting beam secured by centring
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 U-shaped bracket

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[Link] Attaching the crane hook to the lifting beam

Fig. 6-3, page 128:
The positions of the centring clamps on the lifting beam balance the centre of
gravity of the product. The lifting beam is correctly positioned if the labelling
“CUBICLE” faces towards the control cubicle / hydraulic spring operating
mechanism.
1. Attach a round sling by looping it once around the lifting beam on the
outer side of a centring clamp.
2. Repeat on the other centring clamp.
3. Attach the free nooses of the round slings to the crane hook.

[Link] Placing the lifting beam onto the enclosures

Fig. 6-4, page 130:
1. Place the 2 seats for the lifting beam onto the covers of the enclosure.
2. To avoid damage of the covers of the enclosures:
Align the seats with the outer fixing bolts of the covers (6).
3. Carefully deposit the lifting beam onto the seats.

[Link] Attaching the lifting beam to the product

Fig. 6-4, page 130:
1. At both ends of the lifting beam, between the round disks (1, 2), (3, 4):
Place a belt sling in a loop around the lifting beam. Make sure that the
belt sling does not protrude outside the round disk.
2. Attach shackles to the ends of the belt slings (1, 2, 3, 4).
3. Attach the shackles to the transport brackets (1, 2, 3, 4) on the pole
frame.
4. Carefully lift the lifting beam with a crane until the belt slings are slightly
tensioned.
5. Make sure that the round slings are positioned correctly on the lifting
beam so that the product is lifted horizontally.
6. 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.
7. Remove the seats from the covers of the enclosures.

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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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Unpacking and transport

[Link] 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 / welded in place.

NOTE
Before setting down the product at the erection site, transport supports must
be replaced by 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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[Link] Replacing transport supports by pole frame supports

The supports are replaced while the product is suspended from the crane.
1. Maintain a short distance to the ground.
2. The product must be suspended as horizontally as possible from 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 them 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 Transport support, steel
3 Pole frame support, galvanised
4 8 shims mounted on 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 [Link] Plant specific documents, page 21.

6.4.1 Space requirements

1. Add required space to the overall dimensions of the product.
– Make sure there is sufficient height to lift assemblies with a crane
out of the enclosure during overhaul.
– Provide space to work on disassembled parts and store them
temporarily.

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

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6.4.2 Floor layout

2 3 2 2 3

7 4 4

8 6 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 of control cubicle and phase centre line
7 fixing holes across centre line of product
8 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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[Link] Dynamic forces

For switching operations, dynamic forces for each pole frame support have to
be observed:
• in vertical direction
• in horizontal direction, in parallel to the isolated-phase bus
• in horizontal direction, at right angle to the isolated-phase bus

±15 kN
A

N
±13 k C ±13
B kN

Fig. 6-9 Dynamic forces on pole frame support

A vertical dynamic forces
B horizontal dynamic forces parallel to isolated-phase bus
C horizontal dynamic forces at right angle to isolated-phase bus

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6.5 Erection site preparation

Prerequisites:
• Sufficient space available, see Section 6.4.1 Space requirements,
page 133.
• The erection site must be horizontal and even. 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 6.8.1 Connecting the IPB, page 148

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.

[Link] 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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[Link] 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 6.8.1 Connecting the IPB, page 148

The product is still attached to the crane hook.

1. Make sure that the transport supports are replaced by the pole frame
supports.
– Section [Link] Replacing transport supports by pole frame
supports, page 132
2. Carefully lift the product and transport it to the erection site.
3. Position the product correctly on the erection site.
4. Align the pole frame horizontally with the aid of the shims.
– Permissible tolerance: 2 mm
5. Slightly fix the product to the floor with the securing elements.

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6.6.2 Securing the product

[Link] Concrete floor

1. Make sure that preparatory work has been performed, see:
Section 6.5.1 Erection on concrete floor, page 136
2. Bolt the product to the concrete floor with the securing elements.
3. Tighten the securing elements to the corresponding torque.

[Link] Steel structure

1. Make sure that preparatory work has been performed, see:
Section 6.5.2 Erection on steel structure, page 136
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. Place the lifting beam onto the enclosures, see
Section [Link] Placing the lifting beam onto the enclosures, page 129.
a) Place the 2 seats for lifting beam onto the covers of the enclosure.
b) Align the seats with the outer fixing bolts of the covers.
c) Carefully deposit the lifting beam onto the seats.
2. At both ends of the lifting beam:
Remove the belt slings from the lifting beam.
3. Remove the lifting beam from the enclosure.
4. Release the lifting equipment from the crane hook.
5. Keep the lifting equipment in a safe place for later use.
6. Remove the devices for protection of coolers.
The control cubicle remains attached to the pole frame of the product at this
stage.

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6.6.4 Control cubicle

NOTE
For transportation, the control cubicle is attached to the pole frame. After
placing the product in its final position, the control cubicle must be
separated from the pole frame in order to minimize vibrations originating
from switching operations of the generator circuit-breaker system.

If the control cubicle is attached to the pole frame, there is a clearance

between the surface of the erection site and the supports of the control
cubicle. Thus the weight of the control cubicle applies shearing forces onto
the connecting brackets between control cubicle and pole frame.

Fig. 6-10 Control cubicle clearance

1 Clearance
2 Shearing forces

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[Link] Attaching the control cubicle to the crane hook

The belt slings for lifting the control cubicle are attached to the two side walls
inside the supports of the control cubicle.
Two shims for aligning the control cubicle are attached to a rear support of
the control cubicle.
1. Attach the belt slings to the eyelets of the control cubicle.
2. Attach the belt slings to the crane hook.

1
3

Fig. 6-11 Lifting equipment and shims of control cubicle

1 Belt sling
2 Shims
3 Eyelet for transport

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[Link] Separating the control cubicle from the pole frame

NOTE
This action sequence only applies if the control cubicle is mounted to the
product.

1
2

Fig. 6-12 Separating the control cubicle from the generator circuit-breaker system
1 U-shaped bracket
2 Transport bracket
1. Make sure that the control cubicle is secured to the lifting equipment.
2. Because of the clearance between surface of erection site and supports
of control cubicle:
Carefully lift up the product in order to release any forces on the
connecting brackets between control cubicle and pole frame.
3. On each side of the control cubicle:
Remove the the U-shaped bracket between the control cubicle and the
transport bracket.
The control cubicle can now be lifted independent from the pole frame.

NOTE
Damage of cable connections
In its standard version the control cubicle is already connected to the drives
and control equipment of the generator circuit-breaker system.
1. Do not apply any forces onto the cables between control cubicle and
pole frame.

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6.6.5 Aligning the control cubicle

The control cubicle is still attached to the crane hook.
1. Carefully lift the control cubicle and transport it to the erection site.
2. Position the control cubicle correctly on the erection site.
3. Align the control cubicle with the aid of the shims.
– Permissible tolerance: 2 mm
4. Slightly fix the product to the floor with the securing elements.
5. Keep the control cubicle attached to the lifting equipment and the crane
until the product is secured in its final position.

6.6.6 Securing the control cubicle

[Link] Concrete floor

1. Ensure that preparatory work has been performed, see:
Section 6.5.1 Erection on concrete floor, page 136.
2. Bolt the product to the concrete floor with the securing elements.
3. Tighten the securing elements to the corresponding torque.

[Link] Steel structure

NOTE
Control cubicle not suitable for welding
The control cubicle must be secured by other methods than welding.

1. Ensure that preparatory work has been performed, see:

Section [Link] Securing by bolting, page 136.
2. Bolt the product to the steel structure with the securing elements.
3. Tighten the securing elements to the corresponding torque.

6.6.7 Releasing the control cubicle from the crane hook

1. Remove the belt slings from the crane hook.
2. Remove the belt slings from the control cubicle.
3. Store the lifting equipment in a safe place for later use.

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6.7 Access to the product enclosure

DANGER
Loss of live by explosion of interrupting chamber
Not connected and / or defective capacitors may cause explosion of an
interrupting chamber. Damages of heat pipes and / or temperature
monitoring switches may cause overheating of the conductor of the product
which also may result in explosion.
Accidents caused by undetected damages of the above named components
may occur at any time in the future, during operation of the product.
1. Never step on capacitors, temperature monitoring switches, and heat
pipes.
2. Before leaving the enclosure and closing the cover:
a) Make sure that 1 capacitor is correctly connected to the circuit-
breaker side and 1 to the disconnector side.
b) Check capacitors, temperature monitoring switches, and heat
pipes for visible damages.
c) Make sure that the interior of the enclosure is clean. Particularly
inspect all insulators for spillings and other dirt,
3. Notify the manufacturer immediately about possible damages.
– Section 1.1 Manufacturer and customer support, page 13

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.

NOTE
Protect the interior of the product against pollutants and moisture
Pollutants and moisture might damage the assemblies inside of the
enclosures.
1. Always close the covers of the enclosures after work inside of the
enclosures is finished or interrupted.
2. Particularly in outdoor installations:
Protect the open enclosures against external influences.

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6.7.1 Entering the enclosure

2
3 1

Fig. 6-13 Cover of enclosure

1 Fixing bolts, torque: 15 Nm
2 Washer
3 Eyelet for transport
4 Cover of enclosure

1. Secure yourself against falling.

2. Climb onto the enclosure, use scaffolding or ladder.
3. Remove fixing bolts and washers.
4. Attach hoisting gear to the eyelets for transport.
5. Lift and remove the cover of the enclosure.
6. Enter the interior of the enclosure by using the step treads, see
Fig. 6-14, page 145.
a) First step on a upper tread.
b) Second step on the bottom tread of the opposite wall.

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Fig. 6-14 Step treads inside of the enclosure

1 Upper treads
2 Bottom treads

6.7.2 Closing the enclosure

1. Make sure that nothing is left inside the enclosure.
2. Clean the interior of the enclosure; attend special care to the insulators.
3. Before leaving the enclosure:
a) Make sure that 1 capacitor is correctly connected to the circuit-
breaker side and 1 to the disconnector side.
b) Check capacitors, temperature monitoring switches, and heat pipes
for visible damages.
4. Attach hoisting gear to the eyelets for transport.
5. Lift the cover and carefully place it onto the enclosure.
6. Provide the fixing bolts with washers.
7. Tighten the fixing bolts to a torque of 15 Nm.
8. Remove the hoisting gear.

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6.8 Connection zone

CAUTION
It is the responsibility of the supplier of the isolated-phase bus to ensure that
the requirements as defined in the plant specific documents are met,
see Section [Link] Plant specific documents, page 21.
Strictly follow the installation instructions of the supplier of the isolated-
phase bus.
1. Dimensioning of sub-assemblies and execution of installation must
comply with valid regulations.
2. The supplier of the isolated-phase bus 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 29.
3. The specifications of the tested connection zones must be observed,
see Section [Link] 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, spillings, and water.
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.

IPB Isolated-Phase Bus

1 2 3

Fig. 6-15 Connection zone, definitions

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

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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. 6-17,
page 149 Fig. 6-18, page 150 and Fig. 6-19, page 151.
b) Ensure that the conductor area of the flexible connections is
capable to carry the currents specified,
see Section 2.3.1 Generator circuit-breaker system, page 29.
3. Ensure that contact areas are greased,
see Section [Link] Mounting the flexible connections, page 151.
4. Ensure that the enclosures of the IPB do not transmit mechanical
forces exceeding 2000 N onto the enclosures of the product. 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.

2
3 4
2
2

1 5

Fig. 6-16 Mechanical forces on the product enclosure

1 Phase centre line
2 Cover of the product enclosure
3 Enclosure of IPB
4 Conductor of IPB
5 Maximum permissible mechanical forces on product enclosure

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6.8.1 Connecting the IPB

Access Through the covers of the product enclosures,
see Section 6.7 Access to the product enclosure, page 143.

Tolerances Fig. 6-17, page 149, Fig. 6-18, page 150 and Fig. 6-19, page 151.
1. Ensure that the product is correctly aligned, see Section 6.6.1 Aligning
the product, page 137.
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. Remove the protective plastic film from the enclosure opening.
3. Protect the product and installed components so that they cannot be
damaged by sparks and spillings.
4. 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.
5. Weld the enclosures of the IPBs to the enclosures of the product.
Section [Link] Enclosure, page 149:
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.
6. Mount the flexible connections:
– Section [Link] Flexible connections, page 150
– Section [Link] Mounting the flexible connections, page 151
7. Remove the protection against sparks and spillings.
8. Close the covers of the product enclosures.
– Torque of the fixing bolts for covers: 15 Nm

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[Link] Enclosure

1 2 3 4

4
min. min.
O 960 O 980
10 5 max.
O 400
O 412
max. max.
O 1160 O 1200

11
9 8 6
3
7

Fig. 6-17 Connecting the enclosure, dimensions in mm

1 Flexible connections, 20 copper elements,
conductor area 480 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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[Link] 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. 6-18 Flexible connection of IPB, elements

left: longitudinal section right: cross section
1 Flexible connections, 20 copper elements,
conductor area 480 mm ² each, with mounting elements:
– 2 Hexagonal bolt M12×35, property class 8.8, 80 Nm
– 3 Conical 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
conductor terminal

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80
36°
40

16 18 35 48
50

± 2°
max. max.
5 O 412

O 400

O 360

216 +5
-0

320

Fig. 6-19 Flexible connection of IPB, dimensions in mm

[Link] Mounting the flexible connections

The flexible connections should be mounted in coordination with the
commissioner, see Section 6.12 Request for commissioning, page 155.
The following action sequence must be carried out for each individual phase:
– Fig. 6-18, page 150
– Fig. 6-19, page 151
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 bottom half of flexible connections with hexagonal bolts
M12 × 35, conical spring washers, and washers, and tighten to a torque
of 80 Nm.
4. Fit the support ring on the assembled flexible connections.
5. Mount the top half of flexible connections with hexagonal bolts M12 × 35,
conical spring washers, and washers, and tighten to a torque of 80 Nm.

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6.9 Protective earthing

NOTE
Earthing of the enclosures must be executed according to the plant specific
documents.
The enclosures are electrically insulated 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. 6-20 Possible protective earth connections

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

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Cabling

6.10 Cabling
In its standard version the control cubicle is already connected to the drives
and control equipment of the generator circuit-breaker system.
If the control cubicle is not connected, the cabling must be carried out after
the following products are in their final installation positions:
• Generator Circuit-Breaker System HECS -130XLp
• Control cubicle
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
Details on wiring and cabling:
– Section [Link] Plant specific documents, page 21.

CAUTION
Damage to the product
Operations with insufficient SF6 gas filling density damage 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 106.
2. Do not operate the circuit-breaker before commissioning is completed.

1. Ensure that concepts of switchgear interlocking are followed:

– Section 4.4.3 Switchgear interlocking, page 96
2. Ensure that concept of temperature supervision is followed:
– Section 4.4.4 Temperature supervision, page 103
3. Prepare installations of AC and DC power supplies:
– Section 2.4 Power supply, interfaces, connections, page 41

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6.11 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 209
6. Recycle the packaging material.
– See Section 12 Disposal, page 227.

2
3

Fig. 6-21 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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6.12 Request for commissioning

In order to organise effective commissioning procedures 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
• 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.
• Assistance by a skilled technician is available.
• Consumables are available, such as:
– protective covers
– rags
– cleaning additives, recommended: ethanol (ethyl alcohol)
• Sufficient lighting and a table to do the paperwork is available.
• Health and safety obligations (workplace safety, emergency contacts,
scaffolding) are fulfilled.
• 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 and thus the costs of
commissioning.
• 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.
• A work bench with bench vice 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.

6.12.1 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 commissioning.
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 power-frequency withstand voltage for system tests,
see Section [Link] Plant specific documents, page 21.

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Introduction

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 51. 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
– with optional starting switch:
if the static frequency converter is energised
– if the product is in operation
2. Prerequisites to open the enclosure:
– generator disconnected or shut down
– transformer disconnected or earthed
– with optional starting switch:
static frequency converter disconnected or earthed
– conductors of isolated-phase bus 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 106.
Overheating of the conductor of the product may cause explosion of an
interrupting chamber.
1. Permanently supervise the status of the signals from the temperature
monitoring switches.
2. If high temperatures are indicated, the load current must be reduced
after 30 min, by at least 1 kA / min.
Specifications for current reduction, see Section 2.3.1 Generator
circuit-breaker system, page 29.
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 175.

DANGER
Explosion hazard
Operation of the drive for the disconnector:
1. Ensure that the circuit-breaker is open if the drive for the disconnector
is operated.
– Section [Link] Operation of the disconnector, page 100
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 [Link] Earthing switch with motor operated short-
circuiting connection, page 37
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 167
– LOCAL on product:
see Section 7.3 SDM drive, page 160
Safety concepts for operation:
– Section 4.4 Safety and control equipment, page 95

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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 on generator side
• SDM drive for earthing switch on transformer side
• SDM drive for starting switch
The operating and indicating elements of SDM drives are accessible on the
pole frame, see Section 5.4 SDM drive, page 110.

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 control panel of SDM drive

Prerequisites Before starting any manipulations:
• Generator: disconnected or shut down
• Transformer: disconnected or earthed
• With optional starting switch:
Static frequency converter: disconnected or earthed
• Access key: required
• Permit to work: required
– Section 3.6 Safety recommendations and standard procedures,
page 64
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.
Access and locking keys are provided by the plant officer / operating
company when the permit to work is granted. When the work has been
completed the keys 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
Hand crank:
• should be secured to the holding device below the pole frame

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Operating elements necessary:

Access key

Locking key for OFF position

Locking key for ON position

Hand crank

Knob for selection of drive mode

[Link] 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.

[Link] 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 163
– Fig. 7-2 Switching element in switching position ON, page 163
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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[Link] 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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[Link] 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 [Link] Hand crank operation, page 164

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 are 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 are blocked.

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[Link] 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.

[Link] 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 64

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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 generator 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 control panel of control cubicle

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 64

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
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[Link] 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.

[Link] 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.

[Link] 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

[Link] Operation in LOCAL operating mode

NOTE
Opening operations TRIP II ignore mode selection
If LOCAL mode is selected, this selection will be ignored by TRIP II signals.
Thus the circuit-breaker is capable to perform opening operations TRIP II
independent from mode selection.
See Section 4.4 Safety and control equipment, page 95.

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 cannot
always be operated.
See Section 4.4 Safety and control equipment, page 95.

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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

[Link] 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 for the control cubicle door.
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 96.

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 Meaning Action required

Signal SF6: Indication
range

Gas density is all No action

No signal set GREEN right. required

There may be a gas Contact

SF6 LOW DENSITY YELLOW leakage. manufacturer

There may be a gas

SF6 LOW DENSITY leakage.
and The circuit-breaker
SF6 BLOCKING a must not be operated Contact
RED any longer. manufacturer
Tab. 7-1 Signal description and meaning

a: For safety reasons minimum functional density is monitored by two independent micro switches,
SF6 BLOCKING CLOSE / TRIP I and SF6 BLOCKING TRIP II.

Description of signals:
– Section [Link] Gas and gas equipment, page 31

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7.5.2 Hydraulic spring operating mechanism

Signal Meaning Action required

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

BLOCKING C Insufficient pressure for the drive Check supply voltages.

mechanism of the hydraulic spring If fault persists:
operating mechanism. – Contact
The circuit-breaker can only perform one manufacturer
more opening operation.

BLOCKING C Insufficient pressure for the drive Check supply voltages.

and mechanism of the hydraulic spring If fault persists:
operating mechanism. – Contact
BLOCKING O b
The circuit-breaker cannot perform manufacturer
another closing or opening operation.

DC VOLTAGE FAULT The pump motor of the hydraulic spring If power supply cannot
a
TRIP II operating mechanism or one or more be established:
elements of the controlling circuitries for – Contact
opening operations TRIP II are not manufacturer
supplied with the correct supply voltage.

DC VOLTAGE FAULT The pump motor of the hydraulic spring If power supply cannot
CLOSE / TRIP I a operating mechanism or one or more be established:
elements of the controlling circuitries for – Contact
opening operations TRIP I and closing manufacturer
operations CLOSE are not supplied with
the correct supply voltage.

DC VOLTAGE FAULT The pump motor of the hydraulic spring If power supply cannot
PUMP MOTOR a operating mechanism is not supplied with be established:
the correct supply voltage. – Contact
manufacturer
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 I and TRIP II.

Description of signals from hydraulic spring operating mechanism:

– Section [Link] Hydraulic spring operating mechanism, page 32

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7.5.3 Temperature monitoring switch

Signal Meaning Action required

TEMPERATURE NORMAL, The temperature of the conductor of the No action required.

phase 1, 2, and 3 respective phase is in the normal range
and temperature monitoring circuitries
are enabled.

TEMPERATURE TOO HIGH, A temperature monitoring switch has The load current must
phase 1, 2, and 3 been activated. The temperature of the be reduced after
conductor of the respective phase is too 30 min,
high. by at least 1 kA / min.
Specifications for current reduction: Press pushbutton:
– Section 2.3.1 Generator circuit- – TEMP. SIGNALS
breaker system, page 29 RESET
If fault persists:
– Contact
manufacturer

DC VOLTAGE FAULT The temperature monitoring circuitries If power supply cannot

TEMPERATURE CONTROL a are not supplied with the correct supply be established:
voltage. – Contact
manufacturer
Tab. 7-3 Signal description and meaning

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

Description of signals:
– Section [Link] Temperature monitoring switches, page 36

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7.5.4 SDM drives

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

Signal Meaning Action required

MOTOR PROTECTION SWITCH The motor of an SDM drive has

TRIPPED been overloaded.
Sources of signal: Possible reasons:
– disconnector Q9 – failure of power supply Check supply voltages and
– earthing switch Q81 phase-sequence.
– earthing switch Q82 – mechanical defect of Operate the affected drive with
– starting switch Q91 operating linkage hand crank, see Section 7.3
SDM drive, page 160:
Optionally there may be
different motor protection – Attend to noise and smooth
switches for disconnector Q9 running
and earthing switches Q81 – motor defective Operate the affected drive from
and Q82. If more than one the control cubicle, see
SDM drive is protected by
Section 7.4 Control cubicle,
one protection switch, the page 167:
affected SDM drive must be
– Attend to noise and smooth
identified.
running

The drive will not restart unless If fault persists:

the motor protection switch is – Contact manufacturer
manually reset.

AC VOLTAGE I FAULT One of the 3 phase AC voltage Also check phase-sequence.

AC VOLTAGE II FAULT supplies is not available. If power supply cannot be
established:
– Contact manufacturer

PHASE-SEQUENCE FAILURE Incorrect phase-sequence of the If power supply cannot be

3 phase AC voltage supply, correctly connected:
either AC VOLTAGE I or – Contact manufacturer
AC VOLTAGE II

Tab. 7-4 Signal description and meaning

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7.5.5 Control cubicle

Signal Meaning Action required

AC VOLTAGE FAULT HEATING The heating system of the control cubicle If power supply cannot
is not supplied with the correct supply be established:
voltage. – Contact
manufacturer
Tab. 7-5 Signal description and meaning

7.5.6 Switchgear interlocking

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

Signal Meaning Action required

TRIP II CIRCUIT FAULT One or more of the preconditions for Check:

opening operations TRIP II are not – Tab. 7-1, page 170
fulfilled.
– Tab. 7-2, page 171

TRIP I CIRCUIT FAULT One or more of the preconditions for Check:

opening operations TRIP I are not – Tab. 7-1, page 170
fulfilled.
– Tab. 7-2, page 171

CLOSE CIRCUIT FAULT One or more of the preconditions for Check:

closing operations CLOSE are not fulfilled. – Tab. 7-1, page 170
– Tab. 7-2, page 171

No fault signal set but the One or more of the preconditions for See Section 4.4.3
desired switching operation switchgear interlocking are not fulfilled. Switchgear interlock-
cannot be carried out. ing, page 96
Tab. 7-6 Signal description and meaning

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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 and the
maintenance work required. 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 51
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 be strictly 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 product lifetime or at least 20 years after
termination of production
• ensure the knowledge to service the product for product lifetime or at
least 20 years after termination of production
• ensure the availability of wear and tear parts for product lifetime or at
least 20 years after termination of production
• 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 respective unit within
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 damage 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.
Failure of the cooling system:
• The load current of the circuit-breaker system must be reduced.
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.

Safety relevant status signals:

– Section 4.4 Safety and control equipment, page 95

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Auxiliary means to detect overhaul criteria and failures

NOTE
Evaluating systems for status signals are not part of the [Link]
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:

For signal description see:
– Section 7.5 Fault recognition, page 170

NOTE
Switching operations of disconnector, earthing switches, and starting
switch
It is the responsibility of the plant officer / operating company to count close-
open operations of these switches. Automated recording is possible by
connecting the status signals of SDM drives to counters.

Counters in the control cubicle:

• Operation counter
displays the number of close-open operations of the circuit-breaker.
– 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 177 for overview
– Section 8.5 Periodic checks, page 186 for task descriptions
– Section [Link] Overhaul criteria, page 180 for a listing of overhaul
criteria
– Section 8.4.1 Adapting time intervals, page 184 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 177 for overview
– Section 8.4 Maintenance plan, page 183
– Section 8.5 Periodic checks, page 186 for task descriptions

[Link] 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 186.
• Customised services, by arrangement with and under the responsibility
of the manufacturer, see Section 8.6 Customised services, page 194.
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.

[Link] 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 – optional
• Mechanical overhaul:
5000 close-open operations

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Earthing switch with motor operated short-circuiting connection –

optional
• 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 [Link] Earthing switch with motor operated short-circuiting
connection, page 37
Starting switch – optional
• Mechanical overhaul:
10000 close-open operations
• Electrical overhaul:
Number of switching operations with small capacitive currents ≤0.5 A
reaches 5000 close-open operations.
Any individual switching operation must not exceed the values specified:
– Section [Link] Starting switch, page 38

Generator 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 199
– Section 8.7.2 Electrical lifetime, page 200

[Link] 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 [Link] Mechanical overhaul, page 207
– Section [Link] Electrical overhaul, page 208
– Section [Link] Time based overhaul, page 208

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[Link] 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 199.
• time based:
– 40 years

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 183

[Link] 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 200

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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 number of operations 20000 COc certified overhauler
– earthing switch – optional number of operations 5000 COc certified overhauler
– earthing switch with motor number of operations 5000 COc certified overhauler
operated short-circuiting
connection – optional
– starting switch – optional number of operations 10000 COc certified overhauler
• 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 – optional conditionsd
– starting switch – optional number of operations 5000 COc certified overhauler
with small capacitive
currents ≤0.5 A d
• time based overhaul
– generator 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 [Link]
Earthing switch with motor operated short-circuiting connection, page 37 and Section [Link]
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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 178
For information on lifetime:
– Section 8.7.1 Mechanical lifetime, page 199
– Section 8.7.2 Electrical lifetime, page 200

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 and that no
fault is indicated. Suitable counters and status signals are available if the
product is operated in combination with the control cubicle of the
manufacturer:
– Section 8.3.1 Status signals, page 178
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
– to verify status signals

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 178
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
– with optional starting switch:
if the static frequency converter is energised
– if the product is in operation
2. Prerequisites to open the enclosure:
– generator disconnected or shut down
– transformer disconnected or earthed
– with optional starting switch:
static frequency converter disconnected or earthed
– conductors of isolated-phase bus 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 184.

Target group Operator

Prerequisites • Generator: in operation

• Product: in operation
• Enclosures of the product remain closed
• Access to control cubicle: not necessary

Tasks Collect the following data for logbook entries:

• Date and time
• Alarm signals on the signal board of the control cubicle
• Counter readings of operation counter and pumping operation counter
• 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 183
– Section 8.7.1 Mechanical lifetime, page 199
– Section 8.7.2 Electrical lifetime, page 200

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8.5.2 Routine checks

Interval 1 month to 1 year, see Section 8.4.1 Adapting time intervals, page 184.

Target group Operator

Prerequisites • Generator: in operation

• Product: in operation
• Enclosures of the product: remain closed
• Access to control cubicle: necessary

Tasks • Repeat supervisory tasks:

– Section 8.5.1 Supervisory tasks, page 187
• Check gas density:
– Section [Link] Check gas density, page 189
• Check oil level on hydraulic spring operating mechanism:
– Section [Link] Check oil level, page 190
• On the control cubicle: perform lamp test
– Section 7.4.2 Using control panel of control cubicle, page 167

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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[Link] 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 [Link] Indication ranges, page 107

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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[Link] 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

[Link] Check function

Prerequisites • Generator: disconnected or shut down

• Transformer: disconnected or earthed
• With optional starting switch:
Static frequency converter: disconnected or earthed
• Conductors of isolated-phase bus: earthed
• Power supply and control voltage of product: required
– Section 2.4 Power supply, interfaces, connections, page 41
• Enclosures of the product: remain closed
• Access to control cubicle: necessary

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, see
Section 7.4.2 Using control panel of control cubicle, page 167
– from the control panel by using the hand crank, see
Section 7.3.2 Using control panel of SDM drive, page 161
During the switching operations attend to any abnormalities, particularly
with regard to noise and status signals.
• Check heating system of the control cubicle.
– Section Checking heating system, page 192
• Check illumination inside the control cubicle
– Section Checking illumination, page 192

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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.

Checking heating system

1. Set thermostat to value above actual temperature.
2. Check if heating system starts up.
3. Set hygrostat to value below actual humidity.
4. Check if heating system starts up.
5. If a check failed:
Replace thermostat / hygrostat.
6. Set thermostat / hygrostat back to original value.

Checking illumination
1. Check illumination of inner compartments.
If there is no illumination:
a) Check supply voltage
If one lamp is not illuminated:
a) Check contact switch: replace switch if necessary.
b) Check bulb: replace bulb if necessary.

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[Link] Check functional reliability

Prerequisites • Generator: disconnected or shut down

• Transformer: disconnected or earthed
• With optional starting switch:
Static frequency converter: disconnected or earthed
• Conductors of isolated-phase bus: earthed
• Power supply and control voltage of product: disconnected
• Enclosures of the product: must be opened
• Access to control cubicle: necessary

Tasks • Repeat supervisory tasks and routine checks:

– Section 8.5.1 Supervisory tasks, page 187.
– Section 8.5.2 Routine checks, page 188.
• 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
– heat pipes and temperature monitoring switches

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
• With optional starting switch:
Static frequency converter: disconnected or earthed
• Conductors of isolated-phase bus: 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 182.
Further maintenance activities:
– deferred overhaul
– further verification measurements

[Link] 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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[Link] 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 200.
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 is ablated. 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 Ohm’s 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

[Link] 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

[Link] 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

[Link] Heat pipes and temperature monitoring switches

The service for heat pipes includes:
• Visual inspection.
• An inspection of tightness.
The service for temperature monitoring switches includes:
• Visual inspection.
• Calibration of temperature setpoints.

Time required Approx. 20 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 207.

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
• With optional starting switch:
Static frequency converter: disconnected or earthed
• Conductors of isolated-phase bus: 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 the number of close-open operations. The
counter for close-open operations of the circuit-breaker is located on the
signal board of the control cubicle.
Mechanical lifetime must be considered for:
• circuit breaker
• disconnector
• earthing switches
• starting switch
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 overhaul is required if the corresponding overhaul criterion is
reached:
– Section [Link] Overhaul criteria, page 180

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8.7.2 Electrical lifetime

Electrical lifetime is based upon the accumulated ablation of contact material
during all switching operations.
Electrical lifetime must be considered for:
• circuit-breaker:
opening and closing operations must be considered differently
• earthing switch with motor operated short-circuiting connection
• starting switch
Electrical overhaul is required if the corresponding overhaul criterion is
reached:
– Section [Link] Overhaul criteria, page 180

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 normal current

[Link] 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 is ablated. 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 [Link] Dynamic resistance measurement, page 196.
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 201 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 201 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
5 Current interruption

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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 204

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 normal 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
normal 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:
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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 205.
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 182
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 [Link] Dynamic
resistance measurement, page 196.

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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Example of calculation for the total sum of ablation coefficients k

Assuming exemplary operations the values k(I) are calculated according to
the formula in Fig. 8-5, page 204.

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

56 mechanical operations without load 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 57 kA rms 5000.00 5000

Sum of all operations: 17222

Tab. 8-2 Calculation example
Rated normal current IC = 18 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.

[Link] 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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[Link] Earthing switch with motor operated short-circuiting

connection
The electrical lifetime is based on the number of switching operations under
residual voltage conditions. Any individual switching operation must not
exceed the values specified:
– Section [Link] Earthing switch with motor operated short-circuiting
connection, page 37
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 187
– Tab. 8-1 Maintenance plan, page 183

[Link] Starting switch

The electrical lifetime is based on the number of switching operations with
small capacitive currents ≤ 0.5 A. Any individual switching operation must not
exceed the values specified:
– Section [Link] Starting switch, page 38
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 187
– Tab. 8-1 Maintenance plan, page 183

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8.7.3 Overhaul packages

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

[Link] 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
Starting switch:
• 10 net working hours

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[Link] 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
Starting switch:
• 10 net working hours

[Link] 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
Starting switch:
• 10 net working hours

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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 51. 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 127

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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 43.
– Section 10 Storage, page 219
– Section 11 Transport, page 223

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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 124
– Section 6.3 Unpacking and transport, page 126.

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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

VCI Volatile corrosion inhibitor

The packing method VCI 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:
Polyethylene foils are used.
• Protection periods exceeding 6 months:
Polyethylene foils with aluminium-vapour-barrier are used.
• protection periods exceeding 24 months:
Polyethylene 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:
Polyethylene foils are used.
• Protection periods exceeding 6 months:
Polyethylene foils with aluminium-vapour-barrier are used.
• Protection periods exceeding 24 months:
Polyethylene 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

The manufacturer’s packaging procedure is exemplarily described for the
desiccant method.

9.4.1 Preparation

The floor of the crate is provided.

The carrier beams of the crate floor

are covered with padding material.
Holes for the fixing bolts are drilled
into the carrier beams and the fixing
bolts are mounted.
Gaskets are fitted onto the fixing
bolts.

Polyethylene foil with aluminium-

vapour-barrier is placed onto the
floor of the crate.
Instructions of the packaging
manufacturer are observed.

The fixing bolts are punctured

through the polyethylene foil.
Gaskets are fitted onto the fixing
bolts, serving to tighten the holes in
the polyethylene foil.
The floor of the crate is covered
with padding material.

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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.

9.4.2 Packing

A desiccant is placed within each

enclosure.
The openings of the enclosures are
sealed with plastic film.
The product is lifted onto the carrier
beams with a crane.

The product is secured with nuts on

the fixing bolts of the carrier beams.

A belt attaches the devices for

protection of coolers to the product.
The entire product is covered with
padding material.

The padding material is secured

with adhesive tape.
Polyethylene foil with aluminium-
vapour-barrier is placed on top of
the product.

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Additional desiccant is attached

between padding material and
polyethylene foil.
If the product is packed for long
term storage:
The moisture indicator is fitted into
the polyethylene foil.

The polyethylene foil on top of the

product is welded with the
polyethylene foil on the floor of the
crate.
Air is evacuated from the
packaging.
The product is hermetically sealed.

Supports are fixed to the crate floor

to increase the stability of the
carrier beams.

Side walls and struts are mounted.

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The lid of the transport crate is

mounted and closed.

If 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.

Metal brackets are mounted to the

attachment points of the crate.
These brackets protect crate and
hoisting gear during lifting.
The centre of gravity is determined
and marked on the crate. Marking
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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 43.
• The stored goods should be adequately packed,
see Section 9 Packaging, page 209.

10.1.1 Safety instructions

The general safety instructions must be observed, see Section 3 Safety
instructions, page 51. 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 209.

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 212. 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 221

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 43

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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 211

10.2.6 Identification
The stored goods are marked during packaging:
– Section 9.3.2 Markings of the packaging, page 211

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 215.
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 121
– especially Section 6.12 Request for commissioning, page 155

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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 209.
• 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 51. 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.

[Link] 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 128

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 211.
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 124

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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 gas density is within the indicating range BLACK of the
density indicator SF6:
– Section 6.3.4 Checking received goods, page 127
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 128
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 218
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 51. 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 61

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 61

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 209
– Section 10 Storage, page 219

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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