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Instruction Manual

SF6 circuit- breaker


GL317X
With spring operating mechanisms
FK3- 5

This equipment contains Fluorinated Greenhouse Gas (SF6) covered by the Kyoto Protocol, which has
a Global Warming Potential (GWP) of 22200.
SF6 should be recovered and not released into the atmosphere.
For further information on the use and handling of SF6, please refer to IEC 62271: High-Voltage
Switchgear and Controlgear - Part 303: Use and Handling of Sulphur Hexafluoride (SF6).

Administrator
AHT
10- 2013

First issue
23- 10- 2013

Compiled by
J. Bossu

Approved by
V. Texier

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Content

Instruction Manual

Safety
Product safety sheets

Annexes

Technical data
Technical characteristics

Rating plate

Description and operation


General description of the circuit- breaker

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Description of the interrupting chambers

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Pole operation (interrupting principle)

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Operating device of circuit- breaker

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SF6 gas monitoring

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Packaging - Shipping and storage


Packaging - Identification - Storage

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Installation
Erection general instructions

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Tightening torques

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Erection general procedures

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Checking for presence of nitrogen (N2) in pole parts

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The installation procedure (advised), developed


below, imposes a lifting equipment with the following
characteristics :
NOTE : If it is impossible to obtain the advocated lifting equipment, one complementary installation procedure is supplied in annexes.

3,000 daN)
(minimum)
H+2m
H

H+1m
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Supporting frame assembly

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Coupling of column and chambers


Tipping down the pole of the circuit- breaker
and vacuum operation

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Installation of terminals with preparation


of contact surfaces

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Installation of capacitors

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Installation of stress- shields


on the interrupting chambers

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Lifting and positioning the pole

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Installation of operating device

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Installation, continued

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Connection the vacuum pump

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Installing the synchronous device RPH2

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RPH2 - Correspondence between C.B. poles and


the network phases and the phase measuring the
reference voltage

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Vacuum operation

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Calculation of the SF6 gas filling pressure


for using the pressure gauge (tool)

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Pre- filling with SF6 gas at 0.05 MPa

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Filling with SF6 gas

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Instruction Manual

Commissioning
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Pre- commissioning inspections


Commissioning test report

RES 310 M EN/10

Commissioning check list


RPH2 maintenance

RES 310 M RPH2


EN

Acceptance criteria

CAEN 103 271/3/010

Maintenance

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Maintenance plan

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Electrical wear limits

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Electrical contact densimeter threshold inspection

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Intervention on the operating device

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Instruction Manual
Annexes
Tooling and accessories

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Product safety sheets


RPH2 - Outline drawing
RPH2 - Wiring diagram (2SA0)

PS0000/EN
58.001.115- 01
58.010.111- 16EN

RPH2 - Service manual

58.020.034 EN

Check- list Commissioning


maintenance RPH2

58.020.035- EN

End of equipment service life

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Dismantling and recovery of components


from a circuit breaker

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Managing of SF6 gas

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Guidelines for the handling of used SF6 gas


and its secondary products

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Complementary installation procedure


3,000 daN)
(minimum)

The
complementary
installation
procedure,
developed below, imposes a lifting equipment with the
following characteristics :

H+2m

Supporting frame assembly

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Lifting and positioning the pole

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Installation of terminals with preparation


of contact surfaces

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Installation of capacitors

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Installation of stress- shields


on the interrupting chambers

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Coupling of column and chambers

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Installation of operating device

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Installation, continued

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Description and operation

General description of the circuit-- breaker

Circuit-- breaker GL317X with spring operating mechanism FK3-- 5


Description

The circuit--breaker is made up of three poles, each activated by a spring


operating mechanism.

Diagram

Parts table

The table below gives the main parts of the circuit--breaker :


Mark
A
B
C
D

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Component
Pole of the circuit--breaker
Bearing structure
Operating device
Marshalling cubicle

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2
3
4
5

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Description and operation

General description of the circuit-- breaker

Pole of the circuit-- breaker


Description

Diagram

The pole of the circuit--breaker is made up with three main components :


S The interrupting chambers (1).
S The support column (2).
S The housing of the mechanism (3).
1

6
7

4
2

13

3
8

Interrupting
chambers

The pole is comprised of two interrupting chambers (1) -- in a ceramic envelope -- equipped at each end with a HV terminal (5).
The interrupting chambers are laid out horizontally and attached, at their
base, to a common housing (6). This housing contains the mechanism used
to transfer the operating movement to the mobile contacts of both chambers.
The interrupting can also be equipped with capacitors (7) and a corona ring
(4).

Support column

Consisting of two, three or four ceramic insulators, the support column allows
the circuit--breaker to be ground--insulated and it also encloses the operating
tie--rod which is attached to the interrupting chambers moving contacts.
The support column can also be equipped with a corona ring (13).

Housing of the
mechanism

A housing (3) -- situated at the base of the column -- contains the lever and
crank assembly and which operates the moving contact.
The SF6 filling and monitoring device (8) is also situated on the housing.

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Description and operation

General description of the circuit-- breaker

Bearing structure
Description

The support--frame (10) -- made up with four supports fastened to the housing
(3) -- supports all the circuit--breaker components.
The support--frame may be supplied by either ALSTOM Grid or the customers.

Diagram
3

10

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Description and operation

General description of the circuit-- breaker

Operating device
Description

Diagram

The operating device (11) is a spring operating mechanism of the FK3--5 type.
The door of the operating device (11) is equipped with two windows. These
windows permit to display the optical signalization of the circuit--breaker state
and closing spring state.

11

Fastening

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The operating device is fastened on the housing (3).

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Description and operation

General description of the circuit-- breaker

Marshalling cubicle
Description

The marshalling cubicle (D) is fastened on the ground near the central
pole. Included with :
S The relays required to operate the circuit--breaker.
S The interconnection terminals boards.
S The terminals boards.

Diagram

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Description and operation

General description of the circuit-- breaker

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Description and operation

Description of the interrupting chambers

Presentation
Diagram
B
A

Parts table

The table below gives the main parts of the interrupting chambers :
Mark
A
B

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Component
Interrupting chamber
Upper housing

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Description and operation

Description of the interrupting chambers

Interrupting chamber
Quenching medium

The quenching medium is pressurized SF6 gas or -- in particular instances -pressurized SF6+CF4 gas mixture.

Interrupting principle

The interrupting chamber is of thermal blasting type, using the energy from
the arc, with an auxiliary autopneumatic effect.

Diagram

Description

The interrupting chamber has been designed in such a way as to increase the
mechanical resistance of the working part and take advantage of the low wear
rate of the contacts subjected to the arc in SF6. The working part is enclosed
in a leak tight ceramic envelope, providing insulation between the
circuit--breaker input and output.
The chamber is made up of the following elements :
Mark
(1)
(2)
(4)

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Component
Envelope
Fixed contact
Moving contact

Information
Can have a long creepage
distance, depending on the
pollution level.
It is worked by the operating
mechanism and contains the
blasting device.

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Description and operation

Description of the interrupting chambers

Upper housing
Description

The upper housing encloses the movement transfer mechanism (15) from the
operating tie--rod (8) to the moving contact (4) of the two chambers.

Diagram

15

Parts table

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The table below gives the housing internal and peripheral components :
Mark
(4)

Component
Moving contact

(8)

Operating tie--rod

(15)

Mechanism

Function
It is worked by the operating
mechanism and contains the blasting
device.
Transmits the movement to the moving
contact of the two chambers.
Transfer of the movement.

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Description and operation

Description of the interrupting chambers

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Description and operation

Pole operation
(Interrupting principle)
Presentation
Introduction

In CLOSED position the current passes through :


-- the terminal (1),
-- the fixed contact support (2),
-- the main contacts (3),
-- the moving contact (4),
-- the moving contact support (5),
-- the common housing (6),
and follows the opposite chain on the other chamber and the terminal (1).

5
4

CIRCUIT--BREAKER CLOSED
""

In this module

KAPANI YAYI "DONATILMI"


CLOSING SPRING LOADED

This module contains the stages of the pole operation :


Stage

Page
2
5

Opening
Closing

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Description and operation

Pole operation
(Interrupting principle)
Opening
Opening

When an electrical or manual opening order is given, the energy accumulated


in the opening spring (7) is released.
The insulating tie--rod (8), directly activated by the opening spring (7),
transmits the movement to the transfer mechanism (9) inside the housing
which causes the contacts to separate simultaneously in both chambers.

9
8

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Description and operation

Pole operation
(Interrupting principle)
Opening, continued
Operation

The table below gives the stages of opening :


Stage
Start of opening

Description
When the moving contact (4) separates from the main
contacts (3), the current is switched onto the arc
contacts (10). The compression of the (Vp) volume
causes the first rise of pressure.

3
Thermal effect

10

When the contacts (10) separate, the arc appears and


its energy causes the pressure to rise in the thermal
expansion volume (Vt), closed by the fixed contact rod
(11) and the insulating nozzle (12).

11
Interrupting and
assistance
at opening

Vp

12

10

Vt

When the rod (11) comes out of the nozzle (12), the
thermal overpressure in the volume (Vt) is released
causing an energy blast to occur, just before the
current zero passage, ensuring final quenching of the
arc. The (Vp) volume pressure decreases to the
ambient pressure by means of the valve (13) to allow
the end of the opening.

11

12

Vt

Vp

13

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Description and operation

Pole operation
(Interrupting principle)
Opening, continued
Molecular sieve

The arc has been extinguished.


The SF6 molecules, separated by the arc, are re--formed instantaneously.
Residual gases left over from the interruption operation are adsorbed by the
molecular sieve situated at the base of the pole. A few powdery compounds
are deposited in the form of dust which is quite harmless for the circuit
breaker.

Special case
of small currents

For small currents (example : operating no--load lines, transformers or


capacitor banks), the thermal energy of the arc is too low to provide enough
excess pressure.
Consequently, the conventional autopneumatic effect developing in the
volume (Vp) is used mainly, to blast the arc.

Vp

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Description and operation

Pole operation
(Interrupting principle)
Closing
Description

When an electrical or manual closing order is given, the energy accumulated


in the closing spring (15) -- situated inside the operating device -- is released.
This energy is transmitted directly to the pole operating shaft (16), to ensure
closing.
The release of the energy stored up in the closing spring (15) causes
displacement of the moving parts -- and so the closing of the interrupting
chambers -- and also reloads the opening spring (7).

15
16

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Description and operation

Pole operation
(Interrupting principle)
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Description and operation

Operating device of circuit-- breaker

Presentation
Introduction

The operating device is a spring operating mechanism of type FK3--5.


The operating mechanism is usually electrically remote--controlled.
During commissioning or when auxiliary voltage is lacking, operations can
also be performed directly on the mechanism.

Warning

OPERATION AUTHORIZED ONLY IF THE OPERATING DEVICE IS CONNECTED TO THE CIRCUIT BREAKER.
THE CIRCUIT BREAKER MUST NOT BE OPERATED AT A SF6 PRESSURE GAS LOWER THAN THE MINIMAL PRESSURE FOR THE INSULATION pme.

In this module

This module contains the following topics :


Topic

Page
2
3
5

Description of the mechanism


Auxiliary fittings
Operating principle

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Description and operation

Operating device of circuit-- breaker

Description of the mechanism


Drive shaft

D The main shaft (1) is linked up to the the circuit--breaker pole by means
of a cylinder (2).
D A damper (4) is linked up to the lever (32).
D In the CLOSED position, the main shaft (1) rests on the opening latch
(6) by means of the lever (5).
D In the OPEN position, the lever with roller (11) rests on the closing
cam (10).
D The opening spring (3) activates the lever (33) by means of the chain
(34). This spring is a pressure helical type.
NOTE : The levers (5)--(11)--(32) (33) form one piece only.

Closing shaft

D On the closing shaft (7) are placed :


-- The inertia flywheel (8).
-- The closing cam (10).
-- The cam (26) that engages the limit switch (17) of the motor (12).
D The closing spring (9) activates the inertia flywheel (8) by means of the
chain (15). This spring is a pressure helical type.
The rotation torque -- created on the inertia flywheel (8) by means of the
loaded closing spring (9) -- is balanced by closing latch (14) / roller (16).
9

Diagram

15
17

34
33

30

2
1

32
11

12

11

33

32
5

16

14

10

31

26

34
11

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33

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Description and operation

Operating device of circuit-- breaker

Auxiliary fittings
Reloading the closing The closing spring (9) is loaded by means of the reducing gears (13) and the
spring
motor (12).

Auxiliary electric
fittings

D The auxiliary contacts (30) are activated by a rod and a lever (31), the latter is activated by the main shaft (1).
D The limit switch of the motor (17) is activated by the cam (26)
The cam (26) is installed on the closing shaft (7).
D The closing latch (14) and the opening latch (6) are electrically activated
by coils (22) Closing and (27) Opening.

Auxiliary mechanical
fittings

D The operating mechanism can be activated by the manual levers (24)


Closing and (28) Opening.
WARNING : Operating the mechanism by the manual levers (24) Closing
and (28) Opening overrides electrical interlocks. Ensure it is electrically safe
to operate the equipment when using these levers to defeat electrical interlocks and lockouts.
D The indicator (29) gives the OPEN or CLOSED positions of the circuit--breaker. An operation counter (36) gives the number of realized operations.
D The indicator (23) gives the CHARGED or DISCHARGED states of the
closing spring.
D If the auxiliary current supply fails, the hand--held crank (21) permits the
closing spring to be fully charged.

Diagram

9
30
17
34
1
23

29
12

26
14
21

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27

13

31
28

22
24

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Description and operation

Operating device of circuit-- breaker

Operating principle
Warning

OPERATION AUTHORIZED ONLY IF THE OPERATING DEVICE IS CONNECTED TO THE CIRCUIT BREAKER.
THE CIRCUIT BREAKER MUST NOT BE OPERATED AT A SF6 PRESSURE GAS LOWER THAN THE MINIMAL PRESSURE FOR THE INSULATION pme.

Closing

D When the closing coil is energized or the manual closing lever is operated,
the closing latch (14) releases the inertia flywheel (8).
D The closing shaft (7) effects a 180 rotation generated by the loaded closing spring (9).
D The cam (10) rotates the main shaft (1) by means of the lever with roller
(11). After a 60 rotation, the lever (5) rests on the opening latch (6).
D Simultaneously, the opening spring (3) is loaded by means of the chain (34)
activated by the rotation of the lever (33).
D A freewheel, installed on the gear wheel (19), avoids the reducing gears
(13) and the motor (12) being driven by the gear wheel of the inertia flywheel
(8).
NOTE : A mechanical device (not shown) prevents all closing operations if the circuit--breaker is already in the CLOSED position.

Diagram
9
34

33

1
6

8
5
12

10

22
13

19

14

27

11

28

24

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Description and operation

Operating device of circuit-- breaker

Operating principle, continued


Reloading the closing D When the motor (12) is supplied with current, it immediately starts to load
spring
the closing spring (9) by means of the reducing gears (13) of the inertia flywheel (8) and the chain (15).
D At the full stroke, the gear (19) is at the no tooth sector of the inertia flywheel
(8) and the reducing gears (13) can decelerate without causing strain on the
closing latch (14).
NOTE : During the loading of the closing spring, the supplying circuit
of the closing coil is cut to avoid an untimely closing operation.

Diagram
9
15

8
8
14
12

13

19

19

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Description and operation

Operating device of circuit-- breaker

Operating principle, continued


Opening

D When the opening coil (27) is energized or the manual opening lever (28)
is operated, the opening latch (6) releases the lever (5).
D The main shaft (1) effects a 60 clockwise rotation -- generated by the
loaded opening spring (3) -- before reaching the circuit--breaker OPEN position.
D A damper (4) dampens the excess energy to smoothly finish travel.

Diagram

3
60

1
6
4

27

28

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Description and operation

SF6 gas monitoring

Presentation
Introduction

The circuit--breaker uses pressurized SF6 gas as electric arc quenching gas.
The SF6 gas pressure monitoring is essential to assure the circuit--breaker
performances.

Principle

There is two SF6 gas pressure monitoring types :


D Permanent monitoring with the help of a threshold densimeter.
D Periodic monitoring with the help of a dial densimeter (visual control)

Symbols

IEC symbols for the apparatus technical characteristics.


Symbol
pre
pae
pme

In this module

Designation
Filling rated pressure for the insulation
Alarm pressure for the insulation
Minimal pressure for the insulation

This module contains the following topics :


Topic

Page
2
3
4
5

Gas pressure and density


Pressure measurement
Measuring density
Densimeter

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Description and operation

SF6 gas monitoring

Gas pressure and density


Introduction

The electrical characteristics of switchgear depend on the density of SF6 gas


i.e. the mass of gas pumped into a compartment of a given volume.

Constant
temperature

At constant temperature, an increase of gas density results in a higher gas


pressure against the walls of compartment.

Constant density

At constant density, with an fixed compartment volume, the pressure


changes in the same way as the temperature. Since the gas density
remains invariable owing to the fact that no modification occurs in the
quantity of gas or the volume of the relevant compartment, the electrical
characteristics of the switchgear will remain unchanged.

Conclusion

Since it is difficult to measure the gas density directly, it is essential to


know accurately its absolute pressure and temperature.

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Description and operation

SF6 gas monitoring

Pressure measurement
Effective pressure ?
Absolute pressure ?

Absolute pressure = effective pressure + atmospheric pressure

Pressure

Effective

Absolute

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Description
Diagram
The pressure of SF6 gas is
Standard pressure gauge
measured by of a standard
pressure
gauge
with
a
deformable diaphragm actuating
an indicating pointer.
One surface of the diaphragm is
in contact with the SF6 gas, while
the other is in contact with the
atmosphere. The difference
between the gas and the
atmosphere is thus measured,
taking atmospheric pressure as a
reference.
This
is
the
SF6
measurement of the effective
pressure of the SF6 gas.
Atmospheric pressure
If the deformable diaphragm, one
Absolute
surface of which is in contact with
pressure gauge
the SF6 gas, blocks a volume
where a vacuum has been
developed, the pressure gauge
measures
the
pressure
difference between that of the
SF6 gas and the vacuum. Since
the latter is zero, the pressure
gauge measures the absolute
pressure of the gas.
The absolute pressure of the SF6
gas, independent of atmospheric
pressure, reflects the quantity of
SF6
gas
introduced
into
the
compartment and hence its
Vacuum volume
density
at
the
present
temperature.
This is measured by means of an
absolute pressure gauge which
is less generally used and more
delicate than a effective pressure
gauge. This is the reason why a
effective pressure gauge is used,
provision being made for
by
corrections
required
atmospheric pressure variations
atmospheric
resulting
from
disturbances and differences of
elevation.

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Description and operation

SF6 gas monitoring

Measuring density
Pressure units

D The international unit pressure is the Pascal (Pa).


D The practical unit is the bar (14.503 p.s.i.)
1 bar = 1,000 hPa
1 bar = 100 kPa
10 bar = 1 MPa
D Standard atmospheric pressure is equal to 101.3 kPa at sea level and an
air temperature of 20C (68F).

Measuring density

When it is not possible to directly measure density, this may be checked


using an industrial pressure gauge capable of measuring the effective
pressure.
An effective pressure value corresponds to the rated density, determined
for normal atmospheric pressure (101.3 kPa) and an ambient temperature
of 20C (68F).
For each pressure reading (filling, inspection of densimeter thresholds...), the
rated effective pressure should be corrected according to the ambient
temperature and atmospheric pressure of the site at the time the reading is
taken. See the module Calculation of the SF6 gas filling pressure to
using the pressure gauge (tool).
The real pressure is therefore :

Preal = Prated effective in accordance with temperature + Pp*


* Pp : correction in accordance with atmospheric pressure.

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Description and operation

SF6 gas monitoring

Densimeter
Function

D Permanent SF6 gas density monitoring.


D Visual SF6 gas real pressure information (MPa -- psi).

Localization

The densimeter is situated onto the bottom of the pole of the circuit--breaker,
and joined to the gas volume of the circuit--breaker.

Working

The densimeter is fitted with internal contacts. These contacts close


successively if the gass density diminishes and determine 2 distinct
thresholds. These contacts are wired to the terminal block inside the cubicle
and are usually left at the users disposal for the following use :
D Alarm pressure pae acts as a warning (topping up necessary).
D Minimum functional pressure for insulation pme must be used either to
lock the circuit--breaker in position or to cause automatic opening. The option
is chosen by the client in keeping with operating requirements.
All the circuit--breakers rated performances are guaranteed up to the
minimum specified ambient temperature and the minimum functional
pressure for insulation pme.
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Description and operation

SF6 gas monitoring

Densimeter, continued
Reading the dial

The dial is divided into three colored areas : Green, Yellow and Red. The
position of the needle indicates the SF6 gas absolute pressure value.

-1
0

Needle position

Colored area

Direction

GREEN

None

YELLOW

Perform a topping--up
operation.

RED

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Abnormally low density,


find the origin of the
leak and contact
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Packaging -- Shipping and storage

Packaging - Identification - Storage

Presentation
Information

The different parts of the poles (chambers and column) are filled with nitrogen
(N2) for transport purposes to an effective pressure of 0.03 MPa at 20C
(68F).

In this module

This module contains the following topics :


Topic
Packaging
Identifying sub--assemblies and their packaging
Storage

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Packaging -- Shipping and storage

Packaging - Identification - Storage

Packaging
Introduction

For transport, the different parts of the apparatus are divided--up between
several cases :
S Interrupting chambers + (corona rings chambers).
S Columns + (corona rings, electrical connections ...).
S Operating devices : each operating device is wrapped in a protective bag.
S Frames if the latter is supplied by ALSTOM Grid.
S The SF6 bottle(s) or -- in particular instances -- SF6 bottle(s) and CF4
bottle(s).
S Marshalling cubicle.
S Assembly products (grease, oil, etc.) used for installation.
S Capacitors (if the apparatus is equipped with these).

Characteristics of
packaging cases

The table below gives the characteristics of the circuit--breaker components


packaging cases depending on the apparatus :

Packaging case type


Interrupting chambers
x 3
Interrupting chambers
with resistors *
x 3
Columns
(2 insulators)
Columns
(3 insulators)
Columns
(4 insulators)
Frame
(H = 2503 mm)
Frame
(H = 3377 mm)
Frame
(H = 4877 mm)
Operating device
SF6 gas
(SF6+CF4) SF6 gas
gas
CF4 gas
mixture
Marshalling cubicle
Necessities (products)
for assembly
Capacitors *

Qty

Length
cm

Width
cm

Height
cm

Gross weight
kg

513

181

136

706

218

133

503

188

108

532

191

105

627

191

105

308

96

96

396

96

96

546

96

96

102

85

128

131

76

172

284

60

60

70

37

266

141

124

*
*
*

* Depending of the apparatus


NOTE : the values in the above table are given as an indication so
that an appropriate means of lifting can be envisaged.

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Packaging -- Shipping and storage

Packaging - Identification - Storage

Identifying sub--assemblies and their packaging


Introduction

Each circuit--breaker sub--assembly (poles, operating mechanism, etc.) is


identified by a plate giving its reference numbers.
These numbers are marked on the packaging cases of each sub--assembly.

Example of marking
and identifying

-- Manufacturer reference No. = 101 525


-- Circuit--breaker identification No. 1
-- Pole No. 2
IDENTIFICATION OF
SUB--ASSEMBLIES AND
TOOLING

MARKING OF
PACKAGING CASES

MANUFACTURER
REFERENCE No.

101 525 0010


0101

101 525 0010


no SRIE
Rep. 01/2

CASE No.

POLE No.

CIRCUIT--BREAKER
IDENTIFICATION No.

Place of the plates

Choose and install the components identified by the plate (1).


101 525 0010
no SRIE
Rep. 01/2
1
OUTSIDE PLATE

INSIDE PLATE

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Packaging -- Shipping and storage

Packaging - Identification - Storage

Storage
Introduction

The storage procedures defined below are for storage times of less than 2
years. For longer periods, special packaging must be designed and appropriate procedures devised.

Short--term storage
(6 months)

The apparatus must be stored in its transport packaging and placed on beams
in a flood--proof place.

Medium--term storage The table below indicate how to stock the main components of the circuit-(less than 2 years)
breaker for a medium--term storage :
Component
Components
of the circuit--breaker pole

Operating device

Storage
The apparatus must be stored with its
transport packaging open whilst
placed on beams in a closed (indoor),
but ventilated, flood--proof place.
The operating device should be
stored in the same place as the circuit--breaker, these two sub--assemblies being inseparable. Check that
the packaging is leak--tight.
If this has been damaged, proceed as
follows :
S The operating device should be
placed so that air can enter through
the vents of the rear plate and side
panels.
S In order to prevent corrosion
damage due to formation of
condensation, it is mandatory that the
heating circuit be switched on.
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Packaging -- Shipping and storage

Packaging - Identification - Storage

Storage

Centralizing cubicle

The centralizing cubicle should be


stored in the same place as the circuit--breaker and the operating
device, these three sub--assemblies
being inseparable.
S In order to prevent corrosion
damage due to formation of
condensation, it is mandatory that the
heating circuit be switched on. Put
vetically the centtralizing cubicle for
that air can enter through the vents.

ANY CHANGE OF LOCATION OF THE APPARATUS (EVEN AFTER COMMISSIONING) SHOULD BE DONE AT A REDUCED PRESSURE OF
0.03 MPa.

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Packaging - Identification - Storage

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Installation

Erection general instructions

Erection general instructions


Instructions
of environment

The table below gives the instructions of environment to respect for the
erection :
Instruction

Erection
instructions

Comment

Verify the Civil engineering work : dimensions,


levels of concrete pads (structure fixation), in
accordance with the tolerances given by Civil
work standards (refer to circuit--breaker
outline).

Avoid any dust production and masonry work


during erection of the circuit--breaker.

The table below gives the instructions to respect for proper erection of the
circuit--breaker :
Instruction

Comment

Read all the Installation modules completely


before beginning erection works.
The erection instructions describe all the
procedures to be carried out as well as their
chronological order.

Handle sub--assemblies in a correct manner,


particularly insulators.

The shipping case should be open as required


during erection procedures.
Respect
sub--assemblies
CAUTION :
identification.

When shipping covers are removed, proceed to


the next assembly sequence in as short as
possible time.
Store the shipping covers under shelter, for a
possible future use.

Respect references to
i.e. :Tightening torques.

other

modules,

Warning

No responsibility is taken over by ALSTOM Grid for damages and


disturbances resulting out of non--adherence to the Installation modules.

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Installation

Erection general instructions

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Installation

Tightening torques

Presentation
Introduction

In the assembling with screws, all the fastening screws must be greased
before torque tightening.

Products used

The table below gives the list of the used products for the screws before
tightening :
Designation

Grease
Contact grease
Silicon grease
Glue

In this module

ALSTOM Grid
item
reference
--01835208
(1kg box)
--01835118
(200g tube)
--01835265
(100g tube)
--01818327
(250 ml)

Supplier

MOBIL OIL
EPMF

Supplier item
reference
MOBILPLEX 47
MOBILUX EP3
CONTACTAL
HPG

SAMARO

MOLYKOTE 111

LOCTITE

LOCTITE 225

This module contains the following topics :


Topic
Screw greasing before tightening
Tightening torques values

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Installation

Tightening torques

Screw greasing before tightening


Choice of the
product to use

The table below gives the product to use for the screws before tightening
depending on the assembling type :
If assembling...
usual
electrical connections

with seals

Where to apply
the product ?

Product to use ...


MOBILPLEX 47
MOBILUX EP3
CONTACTAL HPG
Can be
dismantled ?
YES
NO

Product ...
MOLYKOTE 111
LOCTITE 225

The table below indicates the part of the screws to treat with the appropriate
product before tightening depending on the assembling type :
If assembling...

With screws

With bolts

usual

electrical connections

Tapping or threading

with seals

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Tapping or threading

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Installation

Tightening torques

Tightening torques values


Values table

The tool and the tightening method must be such that the torque actually
applied to the screw head corresponds with the reference torque shown in the
table below, to within a tolerance of 20%.

TIGHTENING TORQUES
in daN.m
STEEL SCREWS

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CLASS 6.8
or
STAINLESS A2--70, A4--70
STAINLESS A2--80, A4--80

CLASS 8.8

M2,5

0,05

0,06

M3

0,09

0,11

M4

0,19

0,26

M5

0,38

0,51

M6

0,66

0,88

M8

1,58

2,11

M10

3,20

4,27

M12

4,97

6,63

M14

8,67

11,56

M16

13,42

17,90

M20

26,22

34,98

M24

45,68

60,93

M30

90,44

120,65

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Installation

Tightening torques

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Installation

Erection general procedures

Presentation
Introduction

During the erection of the circuit--breaker, some particular mounting or


checking operations will be realized.

In this module

This module contains the following topics :


Topic
Preparing and installing static seals
Screw sealing
Using a water pressure gauge

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GRID

Installation

Erection general procedures

Preparing and installing static seals


Necessary products

Process

List of the ALSTOM Grid products necessary for the installing :


ALSTOM
Diagram
Designation
Grid
reference
--01861262

Can of ISOPROPANOL (1l)

--01835265

MOLYKOTE 111 (100g tube)

The table below gives the steps of installing static seals :


Step
1
2

4
5

Action
Clean bearing grooves and
surfaces using ISOPROPANOL.
Rid the seal of all foreign bodies
such as paintbrush bristles or
filings...
Remove (where applicable) the
color identification point with
fingernail, never with a sharp
instrument.
Lightly lubricate the seal by hand
using MOLYKOTE 111 grease.

Check the condition of the seal


which should present no
scratches or deformation (it
should be neither flattened,
stretched, nor broken).

Do not use a brush to do this.


Eliminate excess grease by
squeezing the seal between
fingers, leaving only a thin layer
on the entire surface.

Put the seal(s) in place.


Lubricate both bearing surfaces Do not put grease on the inside
with MOLYKOTE 111.
surface.
Fill the residual volume of the
seals outside groove with grease.

Greasing
zone

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Greasing
zone

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GRID

Installation

Erection general procedures

Screw sealing
Introduction

To prevent humidity from penetrating SF6 gaskets, the outer mounting screws
should be sealed by applying an appropriate product.
NOTE : This procedure should be applied to all assemblages of parts
submitted to SF6 pressure and electrical connection assembling.

Necessary products

List of the ALSTOM Grid products and accessories necessary for the screw
sealing :
ALSTOM
Grid
reference

Choice of the
product to use

Diagram

Designation

--01818327

LOCTITE 225 (250ml)

--01835265

MOLYKOTE 111 (100g tube)

--01835118

CONTACTAL HPG (200g tube)

The table below gives the product to use for the screw sealing depending on
the assembling type :
If assembling...

with seals

electrical connections

Product to use ...


Can be
dismantled ?
YES
NO

Product ...
MOLYKOTE 111
LOCTITE 225

CONTACTAL HPG
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Installation

Erection general procedures

Screw sealing, continued


Where to apply
the product ?

The table below indicates the part of the screws to treat with the appropriate
product before tightening depending on the assembling type :
Assembling with screws

Assembling with bolts

Tapping or threading

Tapping or threading

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L31--003EN/02
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GRID

Installation

Erection general procedures

Using a water pressure gauge


Introduction

In each assemblage performed using a double seal (1) and (2), the volume
(3) communicates with the outside by a channel (4), blocked--off by a plug (5)
or (6), so that leak--tightness can be checked.
1
3
2
4

Process

The table below gives the steps of the leak--tightness checking using a water
pressure gauge :
Step
1

Action
Remove the leak test plug (5) or (6)
and its seal (7) if necessary, leave
open for half an hour.

Diagram
7

2...3 turns
2

Connect up the water pressure gauge


(8), using the adapter (9) or (10).

10
8
9

Fill the water pressure gauges U tube


to half way up.
NOTE : If temperature is less
than 0C, use an anti--freeze mixture instead of water.
D After a few minutes note the water
column level R1.
D Note the water column level R2
again after half an hour.
The displacement H should be less
than 10 mm.
At the end of the inspection, pull the
adapter of the water pressure gauge
and replace the leak test plug (5) or (6)
and its seal (7), where required.
5

H
R2
R1

7
6

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L31--003EN/02
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GRID

Installation

Checking for presence of nitrogen (N2)


in pole parts
Presentation
Introduction

The pole parts (chambers and columns) are filled with nitrogen (N2) for transport purposes to an effective pressure of 0.03 MPa at 20C.
It is of prime importance that the presence of N2 gas in pole be verified
before going any further with installation.

Necessary tools

List of the necessary ALSTOM Grid tools for the checking for presence of N2
gas in poles :
Mark
(3)

In this module

Diagram

Designation

Number

Filling tool

This module contains the following topics :


Topic
Checking for presence of N2 gas in columns
Checking for presence of N2 gas in interrupting chambers

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L31- 064EN/04
1/4
GRID

Installation

Checking for presence of nitrogen (N2)


in pole parts
Checking for presence of N2 gas in columns
Opening the case of
the columns

Remove only the cover of the case. Remove packaging protection , to


free the housing (7) of the column.
NOTE : Keep the packaging protection

for later utilization.

Visual inspection
of the column

Begin visual inspection to check the condition of ceramic envelopes. Make


sure that their enamel has not been chipped or in any way damaged during
transportation.
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Installation

Checking for presence of nitrogen (N2)


in pole parts
Checking for presence of N2 gas in columns, continued
Process

The table below gives the steps of manual checking for presence of N2 gas
in columns :
Step
1

Action
Remove the plug (1) and install
the filling tool (3), tighten the
filling tool BY HAND.

Diagram

1
2

Unscrew the valve- cap (4) and


press on the valve briefly :
some gas should escape.
If no gas is expelled, contact
our Customer Service.

4
3

D Replace the valve- cap (4)


and remove the filling tool (3).
D Re- install the plug (1), applying a tightening torque of
4 daN.m; leak- tightness is
only guaranteed if this condition is respected.

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L31- 064EN/04
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GRID

Installation

Checking for presence of nitrogen (N2)


in pole parts
Checking for presence of N2 gas in interrupting chambers
Comment

A transport cover (5) is installed on the housing (6) common to both interruption chambers. This cover is equipped with a test valve, in turn protected by
a plug (8).

6
5

Process

The table below gives the steps of checking for presence of N2 gas in the interrupting chambers :
Step
1

Action
Remove the plug (8) by undoing
the screws (9) and briefly press on
the valve clapper (7) : some gas
should escape.

Diagram
7
8
9

If no gas is expelled, contact


our Customer Service.

Re- install the plug (8) using the


screws (9).

9
8

x 2
H M6- 20
0,7 daN.m

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L31- 064EN/04
4/4
GRID

Installation

Support-- frame assembly

Presentation
Reminder

Frames may be supplied by either ALSTOM Grid or the customer.

In this module

This module contains the following topics :


Topic
Components necessary for the operation
Support--frame components (per pole)
Preparing the column
Frame--support assembly
Installing the lifting tools

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L31--137EN/03
1/10
GRID

Installation

Support-- frame assembly

Components necessary for the operation


Necessary product

Grease MOBILPLEX 47 -- MOBILUX EP3 (screws greasing).

Necessary tools

List of the tools necessary for the installing :


Mark
(1)

Handling

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Diagram

Designation

Number

Lifting strap
(3 m)

The support--frame assembly operations and lifting


the pole should be performed by at least two persons.

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GRID

Installation

Support-- frame assembly

Support--frame components (per pole)


Introduction

If the support--frame is supplied by ALSTOM Grid, check the necessary


components to the assembling.

Necessary
components

List of the ALSTOM Grid components necessary for the assembling :


Mark

Diagram

Designation

Number

(2)

Support

(3)

Support

(5)

Screws
H M16-45

(7)

Screws
H M16-35

16

(9)

Washer
NORDLOCK NL16 SS

16

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Support-- frame assembly

Support--frame components (per pole), continued


Necessary
components,
continued

List of the ALSTOM Grid components necessary for the assembling :

Mark

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Diagram

Designation

Number

(20)

Screws
H M16-45

16

(21)

Strengthening piece

(24)

Strengthening piece

(25)

Strengthening piece

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GRID

Installation

Support-- frame assembly

Preparing the column


Dismantling the case
of the poles

Remove the side panels of the case.


NOTE : The extraction of the columns will be in the order A, B and
C.

Preparing the pole

D Sling the A column with the aid of two flexible lifting straps (1).
D Extract the column from the case and put it down on the case wood cover
laying :
-- first, the end of the column,
-- second, the support of the operating mechanism (4) on a wedge to ensure
the correct installing of the frame supports.
X minimum = 260 mm

1
1

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L31--137EN/03
5/10
GRID

Installation

Support-- frame assembly

Frame--support assembly
Process

The table below gives the steps of installing the supports of the frame :
Step
1

Action
With the aid of two flexible lifting straps, position the frame--support
(3) onto the housing (10) and fasten it with the use of the screws (7)
and NORDLOCK washers (9). Do not tighten the screws (7).
-- Install the screw (5) only on this support.

10

x1
2x2
7

5
H M16--45

H M16--35
2

With the aid of two flexible lifting straps, position the frame--support
(2) onto the housing (10) and fasten it with the use of the screws (7)
and NORDLOCK washers (9). Do not tighten the screws (7).

10

2x2
7

H M16--35
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Installation

Support-- frame assembly

Frame--support assembly, continued


Process, continued

The table below gives the steps of installing the supports of the frame :
Step
3

Action
Install the strengthening pieces (21)--(25) inside the frame--support
(2) with the use of the screws (20). Adjust the distance between the
supports and fasten the strengthening pieces (21)--(25) on the
frame--support (3). Do not tighten the screws (20).

x4

20

3
21
4

25

H M16--45

With the aid of two flexible lifting straps, position the frame--support
(2) onto the housing (10) and fasten it with the use of the screws (7)
and NORDLOCK washers (9). Do not tighten the screws (7).
10

2x2
7

2
H M16--35
5

With the aid of two flexible lifting straps, position the frame--support
(3) onto the housing (10) and fasten it with the use of the screws (7)
and NORDLOCK washers (9). Do not tighten the screws (7).
10
3

2x2
7

H M16--35
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Installation

Support-- frame assembly

Frame--support assembly, continued


Process, continued

The table below gives the steps of installing the supports of the frame :
Step
6

Action
Install the strengthening pieces (21)--(25) inside the frame--support
(3) with the use of the screws (20). Adjust the distance between the
supports and fasten the strengthening pieces (21)--(25) on the
frame--support (2). Do not tighten the screws (20).
21
3

2x2

20

25
21
25

2
7

H M16--45

Install the strengthening pieces (24) outside the frame--support with


the use of the screws (20).

x2
20

H M16--45

24

24

x2
20
24
24

H M16--45

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GRID

Installation

Support-- frame assembly

Frame--support assembly, continued


Process, continued

The table below gives the steps of installing the supports of the frame :
Step
8

Action
Tighten all the screws to the recommended torques.
18 daN.m

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L31--137EN/03
9/10
GRID

Installation

Supporting frame assembly

Installing the lifting tools

Necessary tools

Process

List of the lifting tools to install on the frame :


Diagram
Designation
Mark

Number

(14)

Lifting shackle

(15)

Ring bolt

(16)

Washer

The table below gives the steps of installing the lifting tools on the support-frame :
Step
1
2

Action
Install the lifting shackle (14) in the holes of the frame.
Install the ring bolts (15) on the base of the frame, inserting the thick
washers (16).

14

x4

16

15

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L31--137EN/03
10/10
GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Presentation
Markings

Before coupling the chambers and column, check that the markings on the
breaking chambers correspond with those on the column

Time taken for


coupling operation

The final chamber/column coupling operations should be completed in a


time of 40 min.
NOTE: The coupling operations must be carried out by a minimum of two people.

T(max) 40 min

Lifting means

Provide an adequate means of hoisting:


3,000 daN (minimum)
H+2m
H
H +1 m

Stages of the
coupling operation

The chamber- column coupling operation can be broken down into a number of stages:
Step
A
B
C

Subject
Positioning the chamber casing
Preparing the breaking chambers
Preparing the columns corona shield
Preparing the elements required for the coupling operation
Hoisting and preparing the column

Final coupling

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8

L31- 7137/EN01
1/18
GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Positioning the chamber casing


Introduction

To facilitate pole hoisting and to improve working safety it is indispensable that


the casings be positioned correctly with respect to the lifting equipment.

Positioning
the casing

Using the appropriate lifting equipment, position the chamber casing so that:
S The centreline of the chambers is perpendicular to the plane of the lifting
equipment,
S The distance between the casing and the lifting equipment is greater than
the total length of the column fitted to the chassis L + 2 m.
NOTE: The cradle on the first chamber will be used in the columnchamber coupling for all three circuit breaker poles

Illustration

L+2m

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L31- 7137/EN01
2/18
GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Preparing the breaking chambers


Removing the
chamber casing

Remove the side panels and cover from the case.

Rotating
the chambers

Using two flexible slings, swing the chambers through 180 then level the
transport covers.
NOTE: Turn the breaking chamber casing (2) so that the face
with the two humps is facing the lifting equipment.

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L31- 7137/EN01
3/18
GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Preparing the columns corona shield


Elements required:
ALSTOM Grid

List of ALSTOM Grid elements required for assembly (per pole):


Mark

Assembly

Illustration

Description

Quantity

(50)

Corona shields

(51)

Lugs

(52)

Fittings
H M10-30

Attach the lugs (51) to the corona shield (50) using the fittings (52) without
overtightening.
51

50

x 4
52

Positioning

H M10- 30

Temporarily position the corona shield (50) and lugs (51) on the casing (2).
50

51

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L31- 7137/EN01
4/18
GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Preparing the elements required for the coupling operation


Elements required:
ALSTOM Grid

List of ALSTOM Grid items necessary for the operation:


Mark
(20)

(21)

Illustration

Description

Quantity

Seal

Screws
H M16- 65 (19 mm)
H M16- 75 (30 mm)

(22)

Washer
M16

16

(23)

Nut

(24)

Coupling pin

(25)

Circlips

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L31- 7137/EN01
5/18
GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Preparing the elements required for the coupling operation (continued)


Tools required
ALSTOM Grid

List of ALSTOM Grid tools necessary for the operation:


Mark

Products required

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Illustration

Description

Quantity

(30)
(31)

Short centring pin


Long centring pin

(32)

Lever

(33)

Protective mask

(34)

Trolley stop

(35)

Fitting tool for


coupling pin

(36)

(80 cm)
Rigid electrical wiring cable

(37)

Circlip clamp
(not supplied).

S MOLYKOTE M111 Grease: greasing contact surfaces


S LOCTITE 225: locking fitting in place
S MOBILPLEX 47 - MOBILUX EP3: greasing fittings

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L31- 7137/EN01
6/18
GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Hoisting and preparing the column


Tools required

List of tools required:


Mark

Illustration

(45)

Instructions

Quantity

Hoisting strap
(3 m)

The following table shows the steps to follow when lifting the column:
Step
1

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Description

Action
Fit the lifting straps (45) to the
ends of the chassis feet

Lift the column

Hold the column suspended


to give access to its lower
end.

Illustration
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L31- 7137/EN01
7/18
GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Final coupling
Orientation of
column

Rotate the column (1) so that the control mount (3) is the same side as the
two humps on the breaking chamber casing (2).

3
1

Assembling
the centring pins

Fit parts A, B & C to the centring pins (30) & (31) without locking them in place
so that they may be easily removed later on.
NOTE: Pin (31) is longer than pin (30).

A
Depressurizing
the chambers

30

31

S Remove the cap (5) from the transport cover (4) and operate the valve (6)
to re- establish atmospheric pressure within the chambers.
REMINDER: transport pressure nitrogen: azote (N2) at 0.03 MPa at 20C
(101.3 kPa).
S Refit the cap (5).
5

6
4

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L31- 7137/EN01
8/18
GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Final coupling, continued


Removing the
chamber transport
cover

The table below shows the steps for removing the chamber transport cover:

Step
1

Action
Remove the fixings (40) and
insert the lever (32) through
the bracket rings (7).
Pull on the lever (32) to open
the cover (4).
Hold on two two of the cover
bolts (40) for later use.

Illustration

x 8

4
7

40
H M16- 55
32

Start timing.
(The final chamber/column
coupling operations should
be completed within
40 min).

Pull off the cover (4) to free


the stop ring (8) and rilsan
collar (9).

4
9

Fit the protective cover (33).

33

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L31- 7137/EN01
9/18
GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Final coupling, continued


Removing the
chamber transport
cover

The table below shows the steps for removing the chamber transport cover:

Step
5

Action
Using wire cutters, cut
through the Rilsan collar (9)
holding the connector tube
and remove it.

Illustration

Using the coupling tool (35),


remove the tube (10) and separate the cover (4) from the
stop ring (8).

10

Fit the trolley stop (34) and fix


in place using the bolts (40)
recovered from the transport
cover, hand tightening them.

35

34

x 2
40
H M16- 55

Prepare the fitting tool (35)


by screwing the coupling pin
(24) onto its end, hand tightening.

35

24

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L31- 7137/EN01
10/18
GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Final coupling, continued


Fitting the
centring pins

Fit the centring pins (30) & (31) hard against the spherical casing (2), lightly
tighten the nuts (41).
Fit the screws (42) to the centring pins (30) and (31).
31

30

41

42

42

41

Removing the
column cover

The table below shows the steps for removing the column cover:

Step
1

Action
Remove the fittings (43) and
open the cover (11).

Illustration

11

x 8
43
H M16- 55
2

Turn the cover (11) through


90 to remove it.

11

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11/18
GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Final coupling, continued


Fitting the seal

The table below shows the steps for fitting the seal:
Step
1

Action
Clean the contact surfaces
A and B with ISOPROPANOL.
Only coat surface B with
MOLYKOTE M111 lubricant.

Illustration

B
2

Fit a new seal (20) and place


it on surface A, referring to
Preparing and fitting
static seals.
See
module
General
assembly procedures.

20
3

Temporarily fit a rigid cable


(36) to counter the effects of
the seal (20) coming apart
during the coupling process

20

36

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L31- 7137/EN01
12/18
GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Final coupling, continued


Fitting the
coupling pin

The table below shows the steps for fitting the chamber- column coupling pin:
Step
1

Action
Slowly lower the column (1),
inserting the centring pins
(30) & (31) into the holes in
the flange.
Make sure both pins are correctly aligned.

Illustration

31
2

Slower lower the column to 30


align the pin with the holes in
the cylinder (8) and the rod 8
(12).

12

Insert the fitting tool (35) with


the coupling pin (24) on its
end.

35

24
4

Slightly loosen the two


screws holding the trolley
stop (34) in place and
remove it.

34

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GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Final coupling, continued


Fitting the
coupling pin

The table below shows the steps for fitting the chamber- column coupling pin:
Step
5

Action
Fit the coupling pin (24) by
manually pulling on the fitting tool (34) until it stops on
the cylinder (8).

Illustration

24

35
8
6

Fit the circlips (25), sliding


them along the fitting tool
(35) using circlips pliers (37).
See the second method (7).
25

35
7

Remove the fitting tool (35)


from the coupling pin,
loosening it by hand.
Second method:
Fit circlips (25) using circlip
pliers (37).

37

25

37
35

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L31- 7137/EN01
14/18
GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Final coupling, continued


Connection
chambers/column

The table below shows the steps for fitting the chamber- column coupling pin:
Step
1

Action
Clean the contact surfaces
A and B with ISOPROPANOL.
Only coat surface B with
MOLYKOTE M111 lubricant.
Remove the rigid cable (36).

Illustration

Remove the trolley stop fixing screws (40).


36
2

40

Lower the seal (20) onto the


chamber casing.
Lower the screws (42) on
the centring pins.

42
20
3

Continue to slowly lower the


column, removing the first
two sections of centring pin
(30 & 31) when they are no
longer of any use as a guide,
in the following order:
- First section (C)
- Screw (42)
- Second section (B)
NOTE: The aim of this
operation is to prevent
the centring pins coming into contact with the
porcelain fins on the
column.

42

(C)
30
31

(42)

(B)

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L31- 7137/EN01
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GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Final coupling, continued


Connection
chambers/column

The table below shows the steps for connecting the chambers to the column:
Step
4

Action
Slowly lower the column onto
the breaking chamber casing
(2).
Position the lugs (51) for the
corona shield (50) on the rim
of the column then attach
using bolts (21), washers (22)
and special nuts (23) - See
Locking Fixings.
See
module
General
assembly procedures.
Lock the nuts (23) at the
appropriate torque, immobilising the bolt heads (21).

Tighten all fixings (52) to their


appropriate torque level.

End of coupling operation stop the timer and note the


time taken.

Remove the last section (A)


and the nut (41) from the centring pins.
Fix the last bolts (21), washers (22) and special nuts (23)
referring to Locking fixings.
See
module
General
assembly procedures.
Lock the nuts (23) at the
appropriate torque, immobilising the bolt heads (21).

Illustration

x6

21
51

x 4

22
23

H M10- 30
3,2 daN.m

H M16- 65 (75)
13,5 daN.m

52

50

21
22
(A)

22
23

x 2
H M16-65/75
13,5 daN.m

41
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GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Final coupling, continued


Vacuum extraction
and filling with gas

09- 2011

Once the coupling operation has been completed, continue with:


S The air extraction operation
S The gas filling operation

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GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

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L31- 7137/EN01
18/18
GRID

Installation

Tipping down the pole of the circuit-- breaker


and vacuum operation
Presentation
Introduction

The column--chambers coupling is now finished -- the pole is yet maintained


by the lifting equipment. In order to continue the pole installation, it is
necessary now to lay it on the ground.

In this module

This module contains the following topics :


Topic
Tipping down the pole of the circuit--breaker
Vacuum operation
Protection of the interrupting chambers

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4

L31--721EN/03
1/4
GRID

Installation

Tipping down the pole of the circuit-- breaker


and vacuum operation
Tipping down the pole of the circuit-- breaker
Process

The table below gives the steps of tipping down the pole of the
circuit--breaker :
Step
1

Action
Using the lifting device, slowly tip down the pole around the axis
of the interrupting chambers until the ground.
Pay attention to do not damage the stress--shields ring (11).

2
3
4

Lay the supports of the frame on two wood boards (12).


Remove the flexible lifting straps (15).
Remove the ring bolts (13) and the thick washers (14).

14

x4

11
13

15
12

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GRID

Installation

Tipping down the pole of the circuit-- breaker


and vacuum operation
Vacuum operation
Principle

The procedure of the vacuum operation depends on the duration of


chambers/column coupling.

Process

See module :
-- Connection the vacuum pump.
-- Vacuum operation.

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L31--721EN/03
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GRID

Installation

Tipping down the pole of the circuit-- breaker


and vacuum operation
Protection of the interrupting chambers
Introduction

It is important to protect the insulators of the interrupting chambers during the


next operations (installing the terminals, installing the capacitors ...)

Process

To protect the interrupting chambers, use packaging protection , retained


from the opening of the column case.

01--2011

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GRID

Installation

Installing terminals
with preparation of contact surfaces
Presentation
Diagram

In this module

This module contains the following topics :


Topic
Components, products and accessories
Preparing the contact surfaces
Installing terminals

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L31--733EN/03
1/4
GRID

Installation

Installing terminals
with preparation of contact surfaces
Components, products and accessories
Necessary
components

List of the ALSTOM Grid components necessary for the assembling (per
pole) :
Mark

Necessary products
and accessories

Diagram

Designation

Number

(1)

Terminal

(3)

Screws
H M12--45

List of the ALSTOM Grid products and accessories necessary for the installing :
ALSTOM Grid
reference

01--2011

Diagram

Designation

--01861262

Can of ISOPROPANOL (1l)

--01835106

Vaseline 204--9

--01835118

Contactal grease

--01831320

Abrasive paper A400

--02212337

Scotch Brite A--VF

--02212334

Rag

--02211842

Round brush No.4

--02211831

Brush No.16

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L31--733EN/03
2/4
GRID

Installation

Installing terminals
with preparation of contact surfaces
Preparing the contact surfaces
Preparing the
contact grease

The contact grease is a mixture composed of Vaseline and Contactal grease.


CONTACT GREASE = 50% Vaseline + 50% Contactal grease

Preparing the
contact surfaces

The table below gives the steps of preparing the contact surfaces :
Step

Action

Diagram

Remove the temporary screws


from the terminal pads X1 and
X2.

X2
X1

01--2011

Dry rub with fine emery cloth.

Eliminate the dust produced.

Coat
with
GREASE.

Wipe with a clean rag, leaving


just a thin layer of grease.

Rub over the grease with waterproof abrasive paper A400.

CONTACT

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GRID

Installation

Installing terminals
with preparation of contact surfaces
Installing terminals
Process

Assemble immediately the terminals (1) on the interrupting chambers (2) after
preparation of contact surfaces. Fasten the terminals using screws (3); use
CONTACT GREASE to seal the screws.
2
2
2

x 4
3

Comment

01--2011

H M12--45
5 daN.m

D The electrical resistance value of the assembly should be :


R 2
D Before installing H.V. connectors, prepare the contact surfaces in the
same way.

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L31--733EN/03
4/4
GRID

Installation

Installing the capacitors

Presentation
Diagram

Necessary tools

List of the tools necessary :


Mark

Diagram

(12)

In this module

Designation

Number

Lifting strap
(3 m)

This module contains the following topics :


Topic

Page
2
3
4

Components and products


Preparing the capacitors
Installing the capacitors

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L31--748EN/01
1/4
GRID

Installation

Installing the capacitors

Components and products


Necessary
components

List of the ALSTOM Grid components necessary for the assembling (per
pole) :
Mark

Necessary products

02--2012

Diagram

Designation

Number

(1)

Capacitor

(3)

Support

(4)

Support
(depending on the apparatus)

(5)

Screws
H M12-30

(8)

Screws
H M12-45

(9)

Screws
H M12-25

(1)

Spacer

or

S MOBILPLEX 47 -- MOBILUX EP3 : screw greasing.

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GRID

Installation

Installing the capacitors

Preparing the capacitors


Installing
the supports

S Install the support (3) on the capacitor (1) using the screws (5).
S Install the support (4) on the capacitor (1) using the screws (5).

x 2
5

x 2
5

02--2012

4
4

H M12--30
5 daN.m

H M12--30
5 daN.m

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L31--748EN/01
3/4
GRID

Installation

Installing the capacitors

Installing the capacitors


Process

Install the capacitors (1) on the interrupting chambers (6) and (7) using the
screws (8) and (9).
NOTE : Use the two spacers (10) to install the capacitors -- capacitor
support (4) side.

x 2

x 2

H M12--25
5 daN.m

H M12--25
5 daN.m

x 2

10

10

H M12--45
5 daN.m

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L31--748EN/01
4/4
GRID

Installation

Installing stress-- shields on the interrupting chambers

Presentation
Diagram

In this module

This module contains the following topics :


Topic

Page
2
3

Preparing the stress--shields


Installing the stress--shields

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L31--7509EN/01
1/4
GRID

Installation

Installing stress-- shields on the interrupting chambers

Preparing the stress--shields


Necessary
ALSTOM Grid
components

List of the ALSTOM Grid components necessary for the assembling (per
pole) :
Mark

Diagram

Designation

Number

(1)

Stress--shields ring

(2)

Bracket

(3)

Screws
H M10-30

Necessary product

MOBILPLEX 47 -- MOBILUX EP3 : screw greasing.

Assembling

Install the brackets (2) on the stress--shields ring (1) using screws (3) do not
tighten.

2
3

x 4
H M10--30

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L31--7509EN/01
2/4
GRID

Installation

Installing stress-- shields on the interrupting chambers

Installing stress-- shields


Necessary
ALSTOM Grid
components

List of the ALSTOM Grid components necessary for the assembling (per
pole) :
Mark

Diagram

(5)

Designation

Number

Screws
H M12-30

Necessary product

LOCTITE 262 (screws locking)

Process

Install the stress--shields (1) at each end of the interrupting chambers (4)
using the screws (5).
NOTE : Lock the screws (5) with LOCTITE 262.

4
1

x 4
5

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H M12--30
5 daN.m

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GRID

Installation

Installing stress-- shields on the interrupting chambers

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L31--7509EN/01
4/4
GRID

Installation

Lifting and positionning the pole

Presentation
Necessary tools

List of the necessary ALSTOM Grid tools for the lifting and positionning of the
pole :
Mark

In this module

Diagram

Designation

Number

(1)

LIFTING STRAP
(3 m -- 1000 kg)

(2)

LIFTING STRAP
(6 m-- 1000 kg)

This module contains the following topics :


Topic

Page
2
3
4

Positioning the lifting straps


Lifting the pole
Positioning the pole

Warning

11--2011

Procedure limited to pole installation only. For removal, contact


ALSTOM.
Any faults or cracks in the column may render the procedure
dangerous.

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L31--7606EN/03
1/4
GRID

Installation

Lifting and positionning the pole

Positioning the lifting straps


Process

The table below gives the steps of positioning the lifting straps :
Step
1

Action
D For poles of circuit--breakers fitted with a column made up with
three insulators, four 6 m lifting straps are sufficient.
D For columns made up with four insulators, prepare four wholes :
one 3 m lifting strap (1) knotted with one 6 m lifting strap (2).
Pass the lifting straps like the picture below.
-- The lifting straps a pass over the housing (7).
-- The lifting straps b pass under the housing (7).
Cross the lifting straps a and b and place them onto the frame
using the four lifting shackles (8).

b
a
8
a
b

1
2

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GRID

Installation

Lifting and positionning the pole

Lifting the pole


Process

By means of a lifting device hoist the pole up whilst allowing it to rest on the
base of the frame.
Place the trip ropes (10) on the support legs of the chassis frame (9) to ensure
guidance of the pole at the time of lifting.
Lift the pole with precaution.

10

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GRID

Installation

Lifting and positionning the pole

Positioning the pole


Process

The table below gives the steps of positioning the pole :


Step
1

Action
Use a lifting device to position the chassis frame onto its ground
attachment points but do not secure it, whilst respecting the
orientation of the pole indicated on the sketch of the device.

If necessary, place shims under the supports of the frame so that


the upper plate is level.
Install the washers (12) and clamp the whole to the ground using
nut.
Remove the lifting straps.
Check the tightening torques of all frame screws.

3
4
5
18 daN.m

Tighten the fixings on the two floor seatings in accordance with the
module entitled Tightening Torques and in accordance with the
diameters of the anchoring points.

12

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L31--7606EN/03
4/4
GRID

Installation

Installation of operating device

Presentation
Necessary product

Grease MOBILPLEX 47 or MOBILUX EP3 (screws greasing)

Necessary
ALSTOM Grid
tools

List of the ALSTOM Grid tools necessary for the installing :

Mark

Diagram

Designation

Number

(1)

Lifting strap

(6)

Lever

Lifting equipment

Provide an appropriate lifting equipment (300 daN).

Process

The table below gives the steps of installing the operating device on the
pole--support :
Step
A
B
C
D
E

F
G

Topic
Preparing the operating device
Preparing the pole operating shaft
Coupling the operating device
Fastening the operating device

Page
2
3
6
8
10

Removing the blocking tool


Low voltage electrical wiring
Permanent heating system

06--2011
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L31--7902EN/01
1/12
GRID

Installation

Installation of operating device

Preparing the operating device


Unpacking

Remove packaging protection and check that operating device and pole
reference numbers are the right ones.

Optical signalizations Check the position of operating device optical signalization :

Circuit--breaker
Open

Necessary
components

List of the ALSTOM Grid components necessary for the operation :


Mark

Installing the
necessary
components

Closing spring
Released

Diagram

Designation

Number

(11)

Seal

(22)

Spacer

-- Install the spacers (22) on the screws (9) outside the operating device.
-- Install the seal (11) on the operating shaft (13).
-- Check the presence of grease (ASEOL 0--365.2) on the operating shaft
(13).
13
11

x4

22

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Installation

Installation of operating device

Preparing the pole operating shaft


Introduction

For transport the pole is fitted with a securing tool (4) and a safety plate (5),
temporarily attached to the end of the handle (12)
To fit the operating lever, you must:
a -- Remove the securing tool (4).
b -- Manually open the pole.
c --Refit the securing tool (4) (open position).
d -- Remove the safety plate (5).

5
7

12

Grease

Check the presence of grease (ASEOL 0--365.2) on the pole operating shaft.
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Installation

Installation of operating device

Preparing the pole operating shaft, continued


Manual opening
operation

The table below gives the steps of manual opening operation :


Step
1

Action
Remove the securing tool
(4) then screw the operating
lever (6) onto the flange on
the front of the handle
sleeve (12).

Diagram

4
12

6
2

With the help of the lever (6),


effect a 60 rotation of the
sleeve (12).

12

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GRID

Installation

Installation of operating device

Preparing the pole operating shaft, continued


Manual opening
operation, continued

The table below gives the steps of manual opening operation :


Step
3

Action
Put back the blocking tool
(4) on the flange of the
sleeve (12).
NOTE : This tool ensure
the angular positioning of
pole
operating
shaft
during the coupling with
the operating mechanism.

Diagram
M10

6
4

Remove the lever (6).

12
5

Remove the safety plate (5)


and the screws from the
flange on the front of the
handle sleeve (12).

12

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GRID

Installation

Installation of operating device

Coupling the operating device


Necessary
components

List of the ALSTOM Grid components necessary for the operation :


Mark

Diagram

Designation

Number

(10)

Washer
M20

(22)

Spacer

(26)

Spacer

(23)

Eccentric spacer

(14)

Nut
H M20

(24)

Wedge (thickness 1 mm)

(25)

Wedge (thickness 0,5 mm)

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Installation

Installation of operating device

Coupling the operating device, continued


Coupling

The table below gives the steps of the operating device coupling :
Step
1

2
3

Action
Sling the operating device using a lifting strap (1) like diagram.
NOTE : Do not remove the roof (17) of the operating device
before slinging.
Lift the operating device and make this level.
Approximate weight 300 kg.
Approach the operating device in assembly position, the jib of the lifting equipment must be under the stress--shields ring (to avoid that
the cables touch the stress--shields ring).
The final approach must be done with extreme caution.

4
5

Introduce the operating mechanism shaft (13) into the cylinder (12)
of the pole operating shaft.
As soon as the lower fastening screw (9) A emerge from the hole
of the operating mechanism support (8), install the spacer (26),
washer (10) and the nut (14).
NOTE : Do not tighten the nut (14).
26
14

9
10
8
12
1
17
8

A
13

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GRID

Installation

Installation of operating device

Fastening the operating device


Installing
the fastening nuts

The table below gives the steps of installing the operating device fastening
nuts :
Step
1

3
4

Action
Install the spacer (22), washer (10) and the nut (14) on the lower
fastening screw B.
NOTE : Do not tighten the nut (14).
Install the eccentric spacers (23), washers (10) and the nuts (14) on
the upper fastening screws C and D.
NOTE : Do not tighten the nuts (14).
Rotate the eccentric spacers (23) to do the contact with the lower
edge of the pole--support oblong holes.
Tighten -- temporarily at the indicated tightening torque -- the fastening screws (9).

23
5 daN.m

10
14

23

x 2
C

9
D

B
14
10

x1

22

Continued on next page.


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GRID

Installation

Installation of operating device

Fastening the operating device, continued


Wedging
and tightening

The table below gives the wedging procedure for the fastening screws
depending to the X play :

X
22

Important

20
If the X play is ...
X <1 mm

X 1 mm

Lifting strap

24
25

35 daN.m
Action
Tighten to the indicated tightening
torque.
D Wedge between the spacer (22)
and the operating device (20) with the
provided wedges (24)--(25).
D Tighten the screw to the
indicated tightening torque.

Remove the lifting strap.

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GRID

Installation

Installation of operating device

Removing the blocking tool


Process

REMOVE THE BLOCKING TOOL (4).

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GRID

Installation

Installation of operating device

Low voltage electrical wiring


Process

Connect up the operating devices wires refer to the wiring diagram of the circuit--breaker.
Connect up the operating devices wires.
NOTE : Use the holes provided on the supports of the frame to fix
the cables.

Connecting up the
contact densimeter
cable

Connect the wires from the electrical contact SF6 densimeter (18) cable (19)
to the operating mechanism terminal block, in accordance with the relative
diagram.

18
19

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GRID

Installation

Installation of operating device

Permanent heating system


Process

Switch on the permanent heating system of the operating device (in both summer and winter) to avoid condensation, and the corrosion which might result
from this.

DO NOT SUPPLY THE OPERATING MECHANISM MOTOR WITH CURRENT TO AVOID THE CLOSING SPRING BEING RELOADED.
THE CIRCUIT BREAKER MUST NOT BE OPERATED AT A SF6 PRESSURE GAS LOWER THAN THE MINIMAL PRESSURE FOR THE INSULATION pme.

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L31--7902EN/01
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GRID

Installation

Connection the vacuum pump

Presentation
Necessary
ALSTOM Grid tools

List of the ALSTOM Grid tools necessary for the installing :


Mark

(1)

(2)

In this module

Diagram

Designation
VACUUM PUMP
(OPTIONAL)
110/220 V 50 Hz (4.5 m3/h)
or
115/230 V 60 Hz (4.5 m3/h)
UNIVERSAL CONNECTION
1/2 GAZ ET 1/2 NPT

This module contains the following topics :


Topic
Installing the universal connection
Connection the tube of the customer supply vacuum pump
Connection the ALSTOM Grid supply vacuum pump

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GRID

Installation

Connection the vacuum pump

Installing the universal connection


Process

The table below gives the steps of installing the universal connection :

Step
1

Action
Remove the plug (3).

Diagram

3
2

Install
the
universal
connection (2)) (hand
tightening of nut is
sufficient).

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Installation

Connection the vacuum pump

Connection the tube of the customer supply vacuum pump


Operation on the
vacuum pump

Close the tap of the vacuum pump.

Universal connection
components

List of the universal connection components :


Mark

Connection

Diagram

Designation

Number

(5)

DILO union

(6)

1/2 GAS union

(7)

1/2 NPT union


inside
NOTE : Minimum
diameter of the tube to use
16.25mm.

(8)

Collar

The table below gives the connection procedure of the vacuum depending of
the used tube union :
2

If the tube is equipped


with an union ...
DILO
DILO
1/2 GAS
1/2 NPT

Action
Remove the universal connection (2) and
connect directly the tube.
Remove the parts (6) -- (7) of the universal
connection (2) and connect the tube onto
the part (5).
Remove the part (7) of the universal
connection (2) and connect the tube onto
the part (6).

No union
Connect the tube directly onto the part (7)
(to avoid, not very reliable) of the universal connection (2) using collar
(8).

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GRID

Installation

Connection the vacuum pump

Connection the ALSTOM Grid supply vacuum pump


Vacuum pump
equipment

The table below describes the accessory (9) main components of the
vacuum pump (1) :
SUCKING UP
PNEUROP DN25

11

14

12

SUCKING BACK
DN25

9
CLOSED
10
13

Process

Mark

Component

(10)

Tap

(11)
(12)
(13)

Pressure gauge
Distribution block
Close tap

The table below gives the steps of the vacuum pump connection :
Step
1
2
3
4

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Opening -- Closing of the vacuum
pump.
Reading the pressure.
Connection the vacuum pump.
Fastening the accessory (9).

Action
Install the accessory (9) on the
SUCKING UP exit of the vacuum
pump (1).
Close the tap (10).
Connect one end of the tube (14)
to the distribution block (12).
Connect the other end of the tube
(14) to the SF6 checking block.

Comment
Use the close tap (13).

The tube (14) is not provided


by ALSTOM Grid.
Refer to Connection the
tube of the customer supply
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L31--853EN/03
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GRID

Installation

Installing and commissioning


the synchronous device RPH2
Presentation
Introduction

The synchronous device RPH2 is delivered with the C.B. and is to be installed
in the relay room. Delivering the RPH2 with a C.B. includes :
D The RPH2 itself,
D The programming and the testing of the RPH2 device in association with
the C.B., in accordance with the programming document and the checking
document delivered with the C.B.,
D If necessary, a temperature sensor is supplied (in accordance with the
programming document).
The RPH2 installation in the relay room to be made by people in charge of
installing the protection and control equipment in the substation.
The RPH2 installation instructions to people in charge of installing the
protection and control equipment in the substation are detailed below.

In this module

This module contains the following topics :


Topic
Installing the RPH2
Installation at site of the RPH2 associated with a C.B.
Programming document and checking document delivered
with the C.B.
Adding a RPH2 device on an existing C.B.
Replacing a RPH2 device

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GRID

Installation

Installing and commissioning


the synchronous device RPH2
Installing the RPH2
Installing the RPH2
device in the relay
room

The RPH2 device must be installed in the relay room. Cables must be wired :
D between the circuit breaker and the RPH2 device,
D between the High Voltage Transformer (and Current Transformer if
applicable) and the RPH2 device.

Installing the ambient In some application, a temperature sensor to measure the ambient
temperature sensor
temperature is needed to be connected to the RPH2 device, and to correct
(option)
the variation of the C.B. operating times.
When this temperature sensor is needed, it is delivered with the RPH2 device.
This temperature sensor must be fitted at site, near the relay room, to
measure the site ambient temperature.
The temperature sensor must be connected to the RPH2 device using a cable
(twisted pair).

Correspondence
between C.B. poles
and the network
phases and the phase
measuring the
reference voltage

The reference voltage is to be measured upstream the C.B. to synchronize.


The synchronous device RPH2 delivers operating impulses to each circuit
breaker pole, taking into consideration the voltage phase angle of the
network.
Consequently, to obtain the correct synchronization of the circuit breaker
operation, it is necessary to respect the order of the C.B. pole 1, 2 and 3 in
accordance with the direct order of the network phases.
In addition the correct operation of the synchronous device RPH2 needs that
the reference voltage is measured respecting the previous phase in the C.B.
low voltage diagram.
See the module Correspondence between C.B. poles and the network
phases and the phase measuring the reference voltage.

Correspondence
between the RPH2,
the C.B., and the
previous application

Each synchronous device RPH2 is programmed in association with a


particular C.B., and for a previous application.
When the correspondence RPH2 / C.B. must be changed, or when installing
a spare part RPH2, a new programming of the RPH2 device is necessary in
accordance with the programming document delivered with the C.B.
In addition, when the application (type of operation, type of charge) is
changed and is different of the programming document delivered with the
C.B., contact the after-sale service to change the programming document
and eventually the C.B. low voltage diagram.

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GRID

Installation

Installing and commissioning


the synchronous device RPH2
Installation at site of the RPH2 associated with a C.B.
Process

The RPH2 device is programmed in factory and tested with the associated
C.B. during the factory tests.
After installing the RPH2 , people in charge of installing the protection and
control equipment in the substation commission the RPH2 with the
associated C.B. They can check the correct operation of the assembly RPH2
+ C.B. using a time recorder tool (type Hathaway CTB400) and referring with
the programming document and the checking document delivered with the
C.B.

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L31--871EN/02
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GRID

Installation

Installing and commissioning


the synchronous device RPH2
Programming document and checking document delivered with the C.B.
Introduction

The RPH2 device is delivered with the C.B., and programmed and check
with its associated C.B.

Programming
document

Programming the RPH2 consists to enter in the RPH2 internal memory all the
parameters in relation with the application and also with the type of the
associated C.B. (see the RPH2 service manual 58.020.034). All these
parameters are noted on the document called Programming document
delivered with the C.B.

Checking document

Once programmed, the RPH2 is factory checked with the associated C.B. to
test the correct operation of this assembly. This checking tests that the
sequence of operating times is in accordance with the previous application.
The sequence of these operating times is written in a document called
Checking document delivered with the C.B.

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GRID

Installation

Installing and commissioning


the synchronous device RPH2
Adding a RPH2 device on an existing C.B.
Process

Contact the after--sale service in order to check if the C.B. is capable of


synchronous operation.
Also using the RPH2 device needs to modify the C.B. low voltage diagram :
D The operation impulses needs to cross the RPH2 device,
D Depending on option and application, some information delivered by the
C.B. needs to be wired to the RPH2 device.

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GRID

Installation

Installing and commissioning


the synchronous device RPH2
Replacing a RPH2 device
Type of RPH2

The RPH2 device must be the same type of the replaced one.

Programming

The RPH2 device must be programmed in accordance with the programming


document associated with the C.B. (see the RPH2 service manual
58.020.034). All these parameters are noted on the document called
Programming document delivered with the C.B.

Checking

Check tests that the sequence of operating times is in accordance with the
previous application. The sequence of these operating times is written in a
document called Checking document delivered with the C.B.

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GRID

Installation

RPH2-- Assignment of the circuit breaker poles to the


network phases and reference voltage measurement
phase
Presentation
Introduction

The electrical diagram supplied with the circuit breaker illustrates the
connections between the RPH2 and the circuit breaker poles, making the
assumption that :
-- The reference voltage is measured on phase 1.
-- Circuit breaker pole 1 is installed on phase 1 of the network.
-- Circuit breaker pole 2 is installed on phase 2 of the network (phase lag of
120 relative to phase 1 of the network).
-- Circuit breaker pole 3 is installed on phase 3 of the network (phase lag of
240 relative to phase 1 of the network).
If these conditions cannot be respected, it is necessary to change over
the wiring between the RPH2 and the circuit breaker and the
parameter--setting of the times in the RPH2, as per the table below :
Case to treat

In all cases

If the RPH2 synchronizes


both at opening and at
closing

Action
Changeover of the impulse circuits
corresponding to channel 1 of the
RPH2
Changeover of the operating times
and offset times of the auxiliary
switches programmed in the
RPH2 for channel 1
Changeover of the impulse circuits
corresponding to channel 2 of the
RPH2
Changeover of the operating times
and lag times of the auxiliary
switches programmed in the
RPH2 for channel 2
Changeover of the connections of
the auxiliary switches

If the circuit breaker


auxiliary switches are
connected to RPH2
If the RPH2 measures the Changeover of the
main current
measurement circuits

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Installation

RPH2-- Assignment of the circuit breaker poles to the


network phases and reference voltage measurement
phase
In all cases
Changeover of the
impulse circuits
corresponding to
channel 1 of the
RPH2

Change over terminals X8 :3, X8 :4 and X8 :5 in order to have :


D X8 :3 linked to the impulse circuit of the circuit breaker pole corresponding
to the same phase as the phase on which the reference voltage is measured.
D X8 :4 linked to the impulse circuit of the circuit breaker pole corresponding
to the phase with the 120 lag relative to the phase on which the reference
voltage is measured.
D X8 :5 linked to the impulse circuit of the circuit breaker pole corresponding
to the phase with the 240 lag relative to the phase on which the reference
voltage is measured.
The table below gives the changeover of the impulse circuits
corresponding to channel 1 :
Reference phase

Phase with 120 lag


in relation to the
reference phase
From RPH2 terminal X8 :3 RPH2 terminal X8 :4
To Impulse circuit of the Impulse circuit of the
pole corresponding to pole corresponding to
the reference phase the phase with a 120
lag relative to the
reference phase

Changeover of the
operating times and
offset times of the
auxiliary switches
programmed in the
RPH2 for channel 1

Phase with 240 lag


in relation to the
reference phase
RPH2 terminal X8 :5
Impulse circuit of the
pole corresponding to
the phase with a 240
lag relative to the
reference phase

Change over in the RPH2 the programming of the operating times and offset
times of the channel 1 auxiliary switches :
D Modify the operating time and aux. offset time programmed in the RPH2
for phase L1 in order to have the times of the circuit breaker pole
corresponding to the same phase as the phase on which the reference
voltage is measured.
D Modify the operating time and aux. offset time programmed in the RPH2
for phase L2 in order to have the times of the circuit breaker pole
corresponding to the phase with the 120 lag relative to the phase on which
the reference voltage is measured (caution: do not change over the flash and
pre--flash times)
D Modify the operating time and aux. offset time programmed in the RPH2
for phase L3 in order to have the times of the circuit breaker pole
corresponding to the phase with the 240 lag relative to the phase on which
the reference voltage is measured (caution: do not change over the flash and
pre--flash times)
The table below gives the changeover of the operating times and offset
times of the auxiliary switches programmed in the RPH2 for channel 1 :
Reference phase

Phase with 120 lag


in relation to the
reference phase
RPH2 item
Phase L1
Phase L2
Data to be Time
of
pole Time of the phase
input
corresponding to corresponding to the
the
reference phase with 120 lag
phase
relative
to
the
reference phase

Phase with 240 lag


in relation to the
reference phase
Phase L3
Time
of
pole
corresponding to the
phase with 240 lag
relative
to
the
reference phase

Caution : do not change over the flash and pre--flash times.

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network phases and reference voltage measurement
phase
If the RPH2 synchronizes both at opening and at closing
Type of RPH2

Calls for an RPH2 of type RPH2--2xx

Changeover of the
impulse circuits
corresponding to
channel 2 of the
RPH2

Change over terminals X8 :8, X8 :9 and X8 :10 in order to have :


D X8 :8 linked to the impulse circuit of the circuit breaker pole
corresponding to the same phase as the phase on which the reference
voltage is measured.
D X8 :9 linked to the impulse circuit of the circuit breaker pole
corresponding to the phase with the 120 lag relative to the phase on
which the reference voltage is measured.
D X8 :10 linked to the impulse circuit of the circuit breaker pole
corresponding to the phase with the 240 lag relative to the phase on
which the reference voltage is measured.
The table below gives the changeover of the impulse circuits
corresponding to channel 2 :
Reference phase

Phase with 120 lag


in relation to the
reference phase
From RPH2 terminal X8 :8 RPH2 terminal X8 :9
To Impulse circuit of the Impulse circuit of the
pole corresponding to pole corresponding to
the reference phase the phase with a 120
lag relative to the
reference phase
Changeover of the
operating times and
offset times of the
auxiliary switches
programmed in the
RPH2 for channel 2 :

Phase with 240 lag


in relation to the
reference phase
RPH2 terminal X8 :10
Impulse circuit of the
pole corresponding to
the phase with a 240
lag relative to the
reference phase

Change over in the RPH2 the programming of the operating times and offset
times of the channel 2 auxiliary switches :
D Modify the operating time and aux. offset time programmed in the RPH2
for phase L1 in order to have the times of the circuit breaker pole
corresponding to the same phase as the phase on which the reference
voltage is measured.
D Modify the operating time and aux. offset time programmed in the RPH2
for phase L2 in order to have the times of the circuit breaker pole
corresponding to the phase with the 120 lag relative to the phase on which
the reference voltage is measured.
D Modify the operating time and aux. offset time programmed in the RPH2
for phase L3 in order to have the times of the circuit breaker pole
corresponding to the phase with the 240 lag relative to the phase on which
the reference voltage is measured.
The table below gives the changeover of the operating times and offset
times of the auxiliary switches programmed in the RPH2 for channel 2 :

RPH2
item
Data to
be
inputDat
os a
entrar

Reference phase

Phase with 120 lag


in relation to the
reference phase

Phase with 240 lag


in relation to the
reference phase

Phase L1

Phase L2

Phase L3

Time
of
pole
corresponding to
the
reference
phase

Time of the phase


corresponding to the
phase with 120 lag
relative
to
the
reference phase

Time
of
pole
corresponding to the
phase with 240 lag
relative
to
the
reference phase

Caution : do not change over the flash and pre--flash times.

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network phases and reference voltage measurement
phase
If the circuit breaker auxiliary switches are connected to RPH2
Type of RPH2

Calls for an RPH2 with option S.

Changeover of the
connections of the
auxiliary switches

Change over terminals X8 :13, X8 :14 and X8 :15 in order to have :


D X8 :13 linked to the auxiliary switch of the circuit breaker pole
corresponding to the same phase as the phase on which the reference
voltage is measured.
D X8 :14 linked to the auxiliary switch of the circuit breaker pole
corresponding to the phase with the 120 lag relative to the phase on which
the reference voltage is measured.
D X8 :15 linked to the auxiliary switch of the circuit breaker pole
corresponding to the phase with the 240 lag relative to the phase on which
the reference voltage is measured.
The table below gives the changeover of the connections of the
auxiliary switches :
Reference phase

Phase with 120 lag


in relation to the
reference phase
From RPH2 terminal X8 :13 RPH2 terminal X8 :14
To Auxiliary switch of the Auxiliary switch of the
pole corresponding to pole corresponding to
the reference phase the phase with a 120
lag relative to the
reference phase

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Phase with 240 lag


in relation to the
reference phase
RPH2 terminal X8 :15
Auxiliary switch of the
pole corresponding to
the phase with a 240
lag relative to the
reference phase

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RPH2-- Assignment of the circuit breaker poles to the


network phases and reference voltage measurement
phase
If the RPH2 measures the main current
Type of RPH2

Calls for an RPH2 with option I.

Changeover of the
current measurement
circuits

Change over the terminals of terminal block X9 in order to have :


D X9 :1 and X9 :2 (or X9 :3) linked to the current measurement circuit
corresponding to the same phase as the phase on which the reference
voltage is measured.
D X9 :4 and X9 :5 (or X9 :6) linked to the current measurement circuit
corresponding to the phase with the 120 lag relative to the reference phase.
D X9 :7 and X9 :8 (or X9 :9) linked to the current measurement circuit
corresponding to the phase with the 240 lag relative to the phase on which
the reference voltage is measured.
The table below gives the changeover of the current measurement
circuits :
Reference phase

Phase with 120 lag


in relation to the
reference phase
From
RPH2 terminals
RPH2 terminals
X9 :1 and X9 :2
X9 :4 and X9 :5
(or X9 :3)
(or X9 :6)
To Current
Current
measurement circuit measurement circuit
corresponding to the corresponding to the
reference phase
phase with a 120 lag
relative
to
the
reference phase

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Phase with 240 lag


in relation to the
reference phase
RPH2 terminals
X9 :7 and X9 :8
(or X9 :9)
Current
measurement circuit
corresponding to the
phase with a 240 lag
relative
to
the
reference phase

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Vacuum operation

Presentation
Principle

The procedure of the vacuum operation depends on the duration of


chambers/column coupling.

Decision table

The table below gives the vacuum operation procedure depending on the
duration of chambers/column coupling :
If the duration of the
Action
chambers/column coupling is ...
40 min
Simple vacuum operation
Vacuum
operation
with
> 40 min
nitrogen purging (N2)

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Vacuum operation

Simple vacuum operation


Process

The table below gives the steps of the simple vacuum operation :
Step
1
2

Action
Comment/Diagram
Start the vacuum pump to KEEP THE PUMP RUNNING
evacuate the pole to a value FOR AT LEAST 1 HOUR AT
THIS VALUE.
1 mbar (100 Pa).
Close the tap (1) of the vacuum
pump.

Open
Closed
3
4

Stop the vacuum pump.


Disconnect the vacuum pump
tube (2).

Fit the filling tool (4) -- HAND


TIGHT.

4
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Vacuum operation

Vacuum operation with nitrogen purging (N2)


Preparing the
nitrogen bottle (N2)

The table below gives the steps of preparing the nitrogen bottle (N2) :
Step
1

Action
Remove the cover (6) and plug (7)
from the nitrogen (N2) bottle (8).

Diagram
7

6
8

N2
2

Fit the pressure reducer (10) on


the nitrogen (N2) bottle (8).

N2
3

Briefly open the nitrogen (N2)


bottle tap (9) and the cock (11) of
the pressure reducer to eliminate
any air inside the piping (approx.
20 s at low flow--rate).

Close the bottle tap (9) and the


cock (11) of the pressure reducer.
NOTE : Keep the end of the
tube (12) in high position to
keep the nitrogen (N2) which it
contains and to prevent damp
air from entering.

Open

N2
4

10

11

Closed
12

N2

11

Closed

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Vacuum operation

Vacuum operation with nitrogen purging (N2), continued


Vacuum operation

The table below gives the steps of the vacuum operation with nitrogen purging
(N2) :
Step
1
2

Action
Carry out a simple vacuum
operation.
Remove the valve cap (5) of the
filling tool (4).

Comment/Diagram
1 mbar (100 Pa)
during 1 hour.

5
3

S Open the nitrogen (N2) bottle


tap (9).
S Open and close the cock (11)
of the pressure reducer to
eliminate any air inside the tube
(12) (approx. 3 s at low
flow--rate).
S Close the nitrogen (N2) bottle
tap (9).

12

Open

N2

11

Closed

Connect the tube (12) to the filling


tool (4).
4

12
5

Open the nitrogen (N2) bottle tap


(9) and adjust gas output by
acting on the cock (11) of the
pressure reducer (reduced flow
rate).
S Close the tap (9) from time to
time to check pressure on the
gauge (13).
S Start filling again until the
required
pressure
about
0.03 MPa is reached.
S Close in this order : the tap (9),
then the cock (11).

Open

13

N2

11

Closed

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Vacuum operation

Vacuum operation with nitrogen purging (N2), continued


Vacuum operation,
continued

The table below gives the continuation of the steps of the vacuum operation
with nitrogen purging (N2) :
Step
6

Action
Disconnect the tube (12) from the
filling tool (4).

Comment/Diagram

12
7

Remove the filling tool (4) with


the valve cap.

4
8

Connect the vacuum pump and


open the tap (1) to bring the
volume of pole back to ambient
pressure (filled with nitrogen at
0.03 MPa).
Open
Closed

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Carry out
a new simple
1 mbar (100 Pa)
vacuum operation.
during 1 hour.
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Installation

Calculation of the SF6 gas filling pressure


for using the pressure gauge (tool)
Presentation
Introduction

SF6 pressure values, for the filling, must obligatorily be read on the pressure
gauge 0--1 MPa (tooling). Pay no attention to indications given by the dial
densimeter (MPa -- psi), it is not accurate enough for the filling.

Pressure gauge 0...1 MPa

Pressure units
(reminder)

D The international unit pressure is the Pascal (Pa).


1 bar (14.503 psi) = 1,000 hPa
1 bar = 100 kPa
10 bar = 1 MPa

Symbols

IEC symbols for the apparatus technical characteristics.


Symbol
pre
pae
pme

In this module

Designation
Filling rated pressure for the insulation
Alarm pressure for the insulation
Minimal pressure for the insulation

This module contains the following topics :


Topic
Example of the filling pressure calculation
Calculation of the filling pressure at site
Values of the SF6 gas pressures in accordance
with the temperature

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Installation

Calculation of the SF6 gas filling pressure


for using the pressure gauge (tool)
SF6 gas

The table below gives the SF6 gas characteristics :


Absolute pressure at 20C(68F)
Filling absolute pressure for the insulapre
tion
i.e. effective pressure
at 20C(68F) and 101.3 kPa
Filling rated effective pressure
+ 0.01
pre
-- 0
for the insulation
Alarm effective pressure for the + 0.02
pae
-- 0
insulation
Minimal effective pressure for
+ 0.02
pme
-- 0
the insulation
SF6 gas density
pre
pae
pme
Minimum admissible temperature
up to

Example

68,7 kg/m3
57,8 kg/m3
55,5 kg/m3
--20C

Values
0,9 MPa
(130.53 psi)
5C
93,2 kPa

The table below gives the calculation steps of the pure SF6 filling pressure :
Step
1

2
3
4

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0,9 MPa
(130.53 p.s.i.)
0,76 MPa (pme+0,03 MPa)
(110.23 p.s.i.)
0,73 MPa
(105.88 p.s.i.)

Determination of the circuit--breakers filling pressure with SF6 gas.


Parameters
pre
SF6 gas rated filling effective
pressure for the insulation
Ambient temperature
Local atmospheric pressure

SF6 gas filling

1,00 MPa
(145.04 p.s.i.)

Action
Result
In the chart (page 4) Values of the
SF6 gas effective pressures in accordance with the temperature,
0,832 MPa
read the pre value on the
tC = 5 row.
Calculate the difference of the at0,0081 MPa
mospheric pressure :
0,1013 -- 0,0932
Calculate the rated effective pres0,8401 MPa
sure pre :
0,832 + 0,0081
Filling is carried out to the calculated pressure, plus 0,01 MPa, Pure SF6 gas filling pressure
0,8501 MPa
that is to say :
0,8401 + 0,01

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Calculation of the filling pressure at site
Measurement

Write down the result measurement into the corresponding box :


Measure the atmospheric pressure in MPa. A

Measure the ambient temperature in C. B

Calculation of the
pure SF6 gas filling
pressure

Transfer the values into the corresponding box and write down the result :

With the help of the table (page 5) Values of the SF6 gas
effective pressures in accordance with the temperature,
determine the value pre in accordance with
the ambient temperature (B) " C

pre

,
Value of the reference atmospheric pressure in MPa D 0 , 1 0 1
Transfer the value of the local atmospheric pressure
(A) " A Calculate the difference of the atmospheric pressure
(D -- A) " E
Transfer the value (C) "
C+

,
,
,

Calculate the rated effective pressure


(E + C) " F
,
The filling with SF6 gas is carried out
to the calculated pressure, plus 0.01 MPa, + 0 , 0 1
(F + 0.01) " G

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Values of the SF6 gas effective pressures in accordance with the temperature
Rated effective pressure 0.9 MPa

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Values of the SF6 gas effective pressures (MPa) corrected in accordance with
temperature for an atmospheric pressure of 101.3 kPa :
t_C

pre

pae

pme

t_C

pre

pae

pme

--20

0,718

0,610

--19

0,723

0,614

0,587

11

0,859

0,726

0,698

0,590

12

0,864

0,730

--18

0,727

0,701

0,618

0,594

13

0,868

0,734

0,705

--17
--16

0,732

0,621

0,597

14

0,873

0,738

0,709

0,736

0,625

0,601

15

0,877

0,741

0,712

--15

0,741

0,629

0,605

16

0,882

0,745

0,716

--14

0,745

0,633

0,608

17

0,886

0,749

0,719

--13

0,750

0,636

0,612

18

0,891

0,753

0,723

--12

0,754

0,640

0,615

19

0,895

0,756

0,726

--11

0,759

0,644

0,619

20

0,900

0,760

0,730

--10

0,764

0,648

0,623

21

0,905

0,764

0,734

--9

0,768

0,651

0,626

22

0,909

0,767

0,737

--8

0,773

0,655

0,630

23

0,914

0,771

0,741

--7

0,777

0,659

0,633

24

0,918

0,775

0,744

--6

0,782

0,663

0,637

25

0,923

0,779

0,748

--5

0,786

0,666

0,640

26

0,927

0,782

0,751

--4

0,791

0,670

0,644

27

0,932

0,786

0,755

--3

0,795

0,674

0,648

28

0,936

0,790

0,759

--2

0,800

0,678

0,651

29

0,941

0,794

0,762

--1

0,805

0,681

0,655

30

0,945

0,797

0,766

0,809

0,685

0,658

31

0,950

0,801

0,769

0,814

0,689

0,662

32

0,955

0,805

0,773

0,818

0,693

0,666

33

0,959

0,809

0,777

0,823

0,696

0,669

34

0,964

0,812

0,780

0,827

0,700

0,673

35

0,968

0,816

0,784

0,832

0,704

0,676

36

0,973

0,820

0,787

0,836

0,708

0,680

37

0,977

0,824

0,791

0,841

0,711

0,683

38

0,982

0,827

0,794

0,845

0,715

0,687

39

0,986

0,831

0,798

0,850

0,719

0,691

40

0,991

0,835

0,802

10

0,855

0,723

0,694

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Pre-- filling with SF6 gas at 0.05 MPa

Presentation
Principle

The pre--filling of the pole with SF6 gas at 0.05 MPa must be done after the
vacuum operation.
NOTE : You are reminded that the gas used to fill the pole must
conform to the requirements laid out in IEC 60376.

Necessary equipment List of the necessary ALSTOM Grid equipment and tools for the pre--filling
and tools
with SF6 gas :
Mark

Diagram

Designation

Number

(4)

Filling tool

(10)

Pressure reducer

(8)

SF6 gas bottle(s)

* depending on the aparatus.

In this module

This module contains the following topics:


Topic

Page
2
3

Preparing the SF6 gas bottle


Pre--filling with SF6 gas

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Pre-- filling with SF6 gas at 0.05 MPa

Preparing the SF6 gas bottle


Process

The table below gives the steps of preparing the SF6 gas bottle :
Step
1

Action
Remove the cover (6) and plug (7)
from the SF6 gas bottle (8).

Diagram
7

6
8

SF6
2

Fit the pressure reducer (10) on


the SF6 gas bottle (8).

SF6
3

Briefly open the SF6 gas bottle tap


(9) and the cock (11) of the
pressure reducer to eliminate any
air inside the piping (approx. 20 s
at low flow--rate).

Close the SF6 gas bottle tap (9)


and the cock (11) of the pressure
reducer.
NOTE : Keep the end of the
tube (12) in high position to
keep the SF6 gas which it
contains and to prevent damp
air from entering.

Open

SF6
4

10

11

Closed
12

SF6

11

Closed

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Pre-- filling with SF6 gas at 0.05 MPa

Pre--filling with SF6 gas


Process

The table below gives the steps of the pre--filling with SF6 gas operation :
Step
1

Action
Remove the valve cap (5) of the
filling tool (4).

Comment/Diagram

5
2

D Open the SF6 gas bottle tap (9).


D Open and close the cock (11) of
the pressure reducer to eliminate
any air inside the tube (12)
(approx. 3 s at low flow--rate).
D Close the SF6 gas bottle tap (9).

Open

SF6
3

12

Closed

11

Connect the tube (12) to the filling


tool (4).

12
4

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Open the SF6 gas bottle tap (9)


and adjust gas output by acting on
the cock (11) of the pressure
reducer (reduced flow rate).
D Close the tap (9) from time to
time to check pressure on the
gauge (13).
D Start filling again until the
required pressure about 0.05 MPa
SF6
is reached.
D Close in this order : the tap (9),
then the cock (11).
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Installation

Filling with SF6 gas

Presentation
Warning

DUE TO RISK OF DAMAGE TO CERAMIC ENVELOPES DURING


TRANSPORTATION, PEOPLE PRESENT AT THE GAS FILLING
OPERATION SHOULD SHELTER THEMSELVES OR STAY AT A
MINIMUM PROTECTION DISTANCE (ABOUT 50 m).
NOTE : You are reminded that the gas used to fill the pole must
conform to the requirements laid out in IEC 60376.

Necessary equipment List of the necessary ALSTOM Grid equipment and tools for the filling with
and tools
SF6 gas :
Mark

Diagram

Designation

Number

Filling tool

Pressure reducer

SF6 gas bottle(s)

14

Gauge
0...1 MPa

* depending on the apparatus.

In this module

This module contains the following topics :


Topic
Filling with SF6 gas
Confirm the pressure
Checking pressure
Checking gas--tightness
Moisture content of SF6 gas in circuit--breaker

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Installation

Filling with SF6 gas

Filling with SF6 gas


Filling pressure
calculation

Calculate the SF6 gas filling pressure in accordance with the temperature and
the local atmospheric pressure.
Filling is carried out to calculated pressure plus 0.01 MPa.

See the module SF6 gas monitoring (Calculation of the filling pressure at
site).

Ambient
temperature

0C

Process

The table below gives the steps of the filling with SF6 gas operation :
7
11
Open

SF6
Step
1

2
3

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Closed

Action
Comment
Open the SF6 gas bottle tap (7) Close the tap (7) from time to
and adjust gas output by acting on time to check pressure on the
the cock (9) of the pressure gauge (11).
reducer (reduced flow rate).

Start filling again until the


required pressure is reached.
Close in this order : the tap (7),
then the cock (9).

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Installation

Filling with SF6 gas

Confirm the pressure


Process

The table below gives the confirmation operation steps of the filling pressure
with SF6 gas :
Step
1

Action
Disconnect the tube (10) -- of the
pressure reducer -- from the filling
tool (2).
the
NOTE : Keep
unconnected end of the tube
(10) higher than the other end,
to stop the SF6 gas which it
contains from escaping and to
prevent moisture entering.

Comment/Diagram

2
10

S Connect the tube (15) -- of the


gauge 0--1 MPa (14) -- to the
filling tool (2).
S When the required pressure is
confirmed, remove the gauge
(14) and and store it away from
humidity.

15
14

Remove the filling tool (2) and


refit the plug (17) (4 daN.m)
17

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Installation

Filling with SF6 gas

Checking pressure
Principle

Having allowed the temperature to remain steady for at least 12 hours after
filling, it is necessary to check and definitively adjust the pressure to its
corrected value -- defined according to both ambient temperature and
atmospheric pressure.

Preparation

The table below gives the preparation steps before checking pressure :
Step
1

Action
S Remove the plug (17) and
install the filling tool (2).
S Unscrew the valve--cap (3).

Diagram

17

S Connect the tube (15) -- of the


gauge 0--1 MPa (14) -- to the
filling tool (2).
2

15
14

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Filling with SF6 gas

Checking pressure, continued


Decision table

The table below gives the process depending the pressure measured :

14
16
If the pressure measured is ...
correct
too high

too low

End of control

Action
End of control
Adjust the pressure by means of valve
(16) on the gauge (14) to reach the
required corrected pressure.
Top--up with SF6 gas
If the pressure
Action
adjustment
is ...
0.05 MPa
End of control
> 0.05 MPa
Proceed to a
new inspection
after
a
stabilization
period
of
2--3 hours.

The table below gives the end steps of the checking pressure :
Step
1

Disconnect
0--1 MPa.

Action
the gauge

Diagram
(14)
14

S Remove the filling tool (2)


and re--install the plug (17),
applying a tightening torque of
4 daN.m; leak--tightness is only
guaranteed if this condition is
respected.
S Screw the valve--cap (3) on
the filling tool (2).

17
2
3

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Installation

Filling with SF6 gas

Checking gas-- tightness


Necessary
ALSTOM Grid tools

List of the ALSTOM Grid tools necessary for the tightness inspection :
Mark
12

Process

Diagram

Designation

Number

Leak detector (optional)

Make sure that the plug (17) is perfectly leak--tight using the leak detector
(12).

12
17

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Installation

Filling with SF6 gas

Moisture content of SF6 gas in circuit-- breaker


Principle

01--2012

This measurement is not required, the equipment being provided with


molecular sieves in sufficient quantity to give a dew point of 0C (32F) for
an ambient temperature of 20C (68F), this applies for a unit filled to its
nominal pressure for 2 or 3 months.

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L32--007EN/05
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GRID

Commissioning

Pre--commissioning inspections

Presentation
Introduction

After installation of the bay, completion of all earth circuit and electrical
connections, it is necessary to perform certain pre--commissioning
inspections.
These inspections should be performed with the apparatus ready to be
commissioned (energized), in other words
S LV electrical circuits conforming, in voltage and type, with the low--voltage
diagrams and rating plate of the apparatus.
S SF6 or SF6+CF4 envelopes at rated SF6 or SF6+CF4 pressure.
NOTE : Rated pressure, pressure of equipment after SF6 or SF6+CF4
gas filling.
S Flexible connections linking circuit--breaker to busbar installed.

Caution

DURING OPERATIONS REQUIRED AS PART OF INSPECTION


PROGRAMME PRIOR TO COMMISSIONING, ALL POSSIBLE SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE TAKEN TO PROTECT PERSONNEL
WORKING ON THE EQUIPMENT.

In this module

This module contains the following checking inspections :


Inspections
Pole/operating device coupling sleeve
Orientation and identification of interrupting chambers
SF6 or SF6+CF4 gas
Operating device
Finish and test operations

Important reminder

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5
6

May we remind you that the Test Report prior to Commissioning


RES * * * M *
Enclosed with this notice absolutely must be completed.
It must be filled in, dated, signed and sent back
within two weeks following the tests to
ALSTOM Grid
Service Contrats
130 rue Lom BLUM
69611 Villeurbanne
FRANCE
Failing a return of the report within the allowed deadline,
the warranty for the switchgear cannot be taken into
account and the customers liability may be pursued.
* There may be several RES

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Commissioning

Pre--commissioning inspections

Pole/operating device coupling sleeve


Checking

01--2012

Check that the blocking tool is not on the flange of the sleeve. Otherwise
remove it imperatively.

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Commissioning

Pre--commissioning inspections

Orientation and identification of interrupting chambers


Inspection

Check that the interruption chambers are disposed correctly, the bosses (B1)
and (B2) must be situated on the same side as the operating mechanism (3).

Rule

When facing bosses (B1) and (B2) :


-- chamber 1 is on the left,
-- chamber 2 is on the right.

Diagram
B1

B2

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Commissioning

Pre--commissioning inspections

SF6 or SF6+CF4 gas


Reminder

SF6 or SF6+CF4 envelopes are at rated pressure following the SF6 or


SF6+CF4 gas filling operation.
NOTE : You are reminded that the gas used to fill the pole must
conform to the requirements laid out in IEC 60376.

Parameters

Take note of parameters below :


S site altitude, in meters,
S atmospheric pressure of site in kPa,
S site temperature in C.

Checking SF6 or
SF6+CF4 gas

SF6 or SF6+CF4 pressure values must obligatorily be read on the pressure


inspection gauge (tooling). Pay no attention to indications given by the dial
densimeter on the filling control block (where applicable) ; it is not accurate
enough for this inspection.
See the module Calculation of the SF6 or SF6+CF4 gas filling pressure
to using the pressure gauge (tool).
The table below gives the steps of checking :

Step
1

Action
Measure SF6 or SF6+CF4 gas
pressure by means of the
pressure
inspection
gauge
(tooling)
Correct pressure found.

Comment
Follow the instructions given in
module Filling with SF6 or
SF6+CF4 gas.
Follow the instructions given in
module Calculation of the SF6
or SF6+CF4 gas filling
pressure to using the pressure
gauge (tool).

SF6 or SF6+CF4 gas


humidity level

The SF6 or SF6+CF4 humidity level need not be known as the equipment is
fitted with molecular sieves in sufficient numbers to give a dew point lower
than, or equal to, 0C at an ambient temperature of 20C, for an apparatus
filled to its rated pressure for 2 or 3 months.

Checking tightness
of assemblages
under SF6 or SF6+CF4
pressure

Each on site assemblage of parts subjected to SF6 or SF6+CF4 gas requires


seals. The quality of these assemblages must be checked.
This inspection should be undertaken once all the filling and pressure control
operations are finished.
Execute this checking according to instructions given in module SF6 or
SF6+CF4 gas monitoring.

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Commissioning

Pre--commissioning inspections

Operating device
Measurements

Note the supply voltage of motors on the operating mechanism terminals.

Inspection

Check that the following items are working correctly :


-- heating,
-- lighting (where applicable),
-- connections on terminals (no excessive tightening).

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Commissioning

Pre--commissioning inspections

Finish and test operations


Finish

Check the general appearance of the apparatus and touch up paint if


necessary before commissioning.

Test operations

S The connection of auxiliary circuits is sufficiently advanced to allow remote


controls to be used.
S Perform 5 CLOSING -- OPENING cycles electrically, by remote control.

Caution

DUE TO RISK OF DAMAGE TO CERAMIC ENVELOPES DURING


TRANSPORTATION, PEOPLE PRESENT AT THE TEST OPERATIONS
SHOULD SHELTER THEMSELVES OR STAY AT A MINIMUM
PROTECTION DISTANCE (ABOUT 50 m).

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GRID

GRID
ALSTOM Grid SAS
130, rue Lon Blum
69611 Villeurbanne
France

RAPPORT DESSAIS AVANT MISE EN SERVICE


COMMISSIONING TEST REPORT

Service Qualit
Quality Department
Servicio de calidad

RELACIN DE ENSAYOS ANTES DE LA PUESTA EN SERVICIO

Formulaire RES 310 M

Page / Pgina : 1/12

DISJONCTEUR HEXAFLUORURE DE SOUFRE TYPE


SULFUR HEXAFLUORIDE CIRCUIT BREAKER TYPE
INTERRUPTOR DE HEXAFLUORURO DE AZUFRE TIPO
avec
commande(s) mcanique(s)
with
__
mechanical control mechanism(s)
con
organo(s) de maniobra mecnico

_______________
type
type
tipo

CLIENT / CUSTOMER / CLIENTE

____________________

Poste/Substation/Subestacin

_________________________

Rfrence client /Customers reference/ Referencia del cliente


Commande ALSTOM N
ALSTOM order N
_______________
N de pedido ALSTOM
Norme
Standard
Norma

__________

____________________
Repre
Item
Ref

__________

Spcification du client
Customers specification _______________
Especificacin del cliente

__________

CARACTRISTIQUES/CHARACTERISTICS/CARACTERISTICAS
Tension/Voltage/ Tensin

_____ kV

Frquence / Frequency / Frecuencia ____ Hz

Courant en service continu /Normal current/ Corriente en servicio continuo

______

Pouvoir de coupure en court-circuit/Short-circuit breaking current/


Poder de corte en corto circuito

______

kA

Pression absolue du gaz SF6 20C :


Pression relative du gaz SF6
Absolute SF6 gas pressure at 20C : _____ Mpa Relative SF6 gas pressure at 20C and 1013 hPa :___ Mpa
Presin absoluta del gas SF6 20C
Presin relativa del gas SF6
Tension dalimentation des circuits auxiliaires/Supply voltage of auxiliary circuits/
Tensin de alimentacin de los circuitos auxiliares
Bobines
Coils
Bobinas

Moteur
Motor
____
Motor

____ V(____)

V(____)

Chauffage
Heater
____
Calefacin

Signalisation
Alarm
____ V(____)
Sealizacin

Circuit de commande
Control circuit
Circuito de mando

Cablage alimentations / Supply voltage wiring

Dfinitif/ definitive
Temporaire/ Temporary

____

V(____)

V(____)

Le matriel a subi les contrles et essais avant mise en service, conformment au fascicule (contrles avant mise en service).
The material was subjected to the inspections and tests prior to commissioning as required in sections (inspections commissioning).
El material fue sometido a las inspecciones y a los ensayos antes de la puesta en servicio como requerido en las secciones (inspecciones antes de la
puesta en servicio).

Date de fin de montage


Erection completion date ___________
Fecha de conclusion de montaje
Date des essais de mise en service
Commissioning date ____________
Fecha de puebras para puesta en servicio

Ralis par
Performed by ____________
Realizado por
Raliss par
Performed by ____________
Realizado por

Pour le client
For the customer_______________
Para el cliente
Pour le client
For the customer_______________
Para el cliente

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Indice

Date de rvision

GRID
ALSTOM Grid SAS
130, rue Lon Blum
69611 Villeurbanne
France

_______________ / __________
Service Qualit
Quality Department
Servicio de calidad

RAPPORT DESSAIS AVANT MISE EN SERVICE


COMMISSIONING TEST REPORT
RELACIN DE ENSAYOS ANTES DE LA PUESTA EN SERVICIO

CONTRLE PRLIMINAIRES AVANT INSTALLATION


PRELIMINARY INSPECTIONS BEFORE INSTALLATION
INSPECCINES PRELIMINARES ANTES DE LA INSTALACIN

Constat sur le site


Verification at site
Verificacin en el sitio
Organe de manuvre
Operating mechanism
tat des emballages
Organo de maniobra
Condition of packings
lment de ple
Condicin de los embalajes
Pole element
Elemento de polo
Sous abri
Under shelter
Al abrigo
Ralisation du stockage
Correcte
Storage
Satisfactory
Almacenamiento
Correcto
Dfectueuse
Unsactisfactory
Defectuoso
Alimentation du chauffage des commandes
Heating system supply of mechanisms
Alimentacin del calamiento de los mandos
Vrification de la prsence de la pression SF6 de
transport
Checking of transport SF6 pressure
Comprobacin de la presin de SF6 de transporte

Ple
Ple A
Polo

Ple
Ple B
Polo

Ple
Ple C
Polo

__________

__________

__________

__________

__________

__________

__________

__________

__________

__________

__________

__________

__________

__________

__________

__________

__________

__________

__________

__________

__________

Observations Remarks Observaciones

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130, rue Lon Blum
69611 Villeurbanne
France

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Quality Department
Servicio de calidad

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COMMISSIONING TEST REPORT
RELACIN DE ENSAYOS ANTES DE LA PUESTA EN SERVICIO

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IDENTIFICATION
IDENTIFICATION
IDENTIFICACIN

Ple
Pole
Polo

Ple A

Ple B

Ple C

Repre / N ttes / N colonnes


Item / N heads / N columns
Referencia / N cabezas / N columnas
1 __________
4 __________
_______________

_______________

_______________
7 __________

_______________
10 __________

_______________

_______________

_______________
2 __________

_______________
5 __________

_______________

_______________

_______________
8 __________

_______________
11 __________

_______________

_______________

_______________
3 __________

_______________
6 __________

_______________

_______________

_______________
9 __________

_______________
12 __________

_______________

_______________

_______________

_______________

Nombre darmoires
Number of cubicles
Numero de armarios

__

10

11

12

Ple A

Fonctionnement unipolaire
One pole operation
____
Funcionamiento unipolar

Ple B

Ple C

Fonctionnement tripolaire
Three-pole operation
____
Funcionamiento tripolar

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130, rue Lon Blum
69611 Villeurbanne
France

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RAPPORT DESSAIS AVANT MISE EN SERVICE
COMMISSIONING TEST REPORT
RELACIN DE ENSAYOS ANTES DE LA PUESTA EN SERVICIO

Service Qualit
Quality Department
Servicio de calidad

VRIFICATION APRS MONTAGE


CHECKS AFTER ERECTION
COMPROBACIN DESPUS INSTALACIN

Schma de cblage
Wiring diagram
Esquema de alambrado

Croquis de montage
Assembly drawing
Dibujo de instalacin

_______________

_______________

Conformit croquis montage


Conformity to instalation drawing __________
Conformidad con dibujo de montaje

Conformit schma filerie


Conformity to wiring diagram
__________
Conformidad con esquema de alambrado

Vrification de lassemblage
Vrification of assembly
Comprobacin del montaje

Conformit signalisation optique


Confomity of optical indication
__________
Conformidad de la sealizacin optica

Notice
Instructions manual
Manual de instruccines

__________

_______________

RELEVS DES COMPTEURS DE MANOEUVRES


NOTED DOWN THE COUNTER READINGS
ANOTAR NUMERO DE MANOBRIAS DE LOS CONTADORES
Ple/Pole/Polo
Ple A
Relev des compteurs de manuvres
pendant
remplissage
en
SF6
et
accouplement au ple
Noted down the counter readings during the
filling up of SF6 and coupling of the pole
Anotar numero de maniobras de los contadores
durante el llenado en SF6 y acoplamiento al
polo

Ple/Pole/Polo
Ple B

_______

Ple/Pole/Polo
Ple C

_______

_______

OBSERVATIONS REMARKS OBSERVACIONES

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ALSTOM Grid SAS
130, rue Lon Blum
69611 Villeurbanne
France

_______________ / __________
Service Qualit
Quality Department
Servicio de calidad

RAPPORT DESSAIS AVANT MISE EN SERVICE


COMMISSIONING TEST REPORT
RELACIN DE ENSAYOS ANTES DE LA PUESTA EN SERVICIO

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ESSAIS DE TENUE LA TENSION DES CIRCUITS AUXILIAIRES ET DE COMMANDE


VOLTAGE WITHSTAND TESTS ON AUXILIARY AND CONTROL CIRCUITS
ENSAYOS DE TENSIN SOPORTADA DE LOS CIRCUITOS AUXLIARES Y DE MANDO
Appareil de mesure test equipment

N de srie serial number

Calibration date

Observations

Application dune tension dessai de


kV (valeur efficace) pendant
s, entre la filerie et le bti.
Application of a test voltage of
______ kV (rms value)
for
______ s, between wiring and the base.
Aplicacin de una tensin de ensayo de
kV, (valor eficaz) durante
s, entre la cableria y la base.

Les moteurs et les quipements, dj essays conformment leur propre spcification, ont t
dconnects pendant ces essais.
The motors and equipments tested previously in accordance with their own specification were disconnected
during these tests.
Los motores y equipos sometidos anteriormente a ensayos de acuerdo con sus especificaciones propias fueron
desconnectados durante estos ensayos.

MESURAGE DE LA RSISTANCE DU CIRCUIT PRINCIPAL


MEASUREMENT OF THE RESISTANCE OF THE MAIN CIRCUIT
MEDICIN DE LA RESISTENCIA DEL CIRCUITO PRINCIPAL

Appareil de mesure test equipment

N de srie serial number

Courant continu dessai


Test direct current
100 A
Corriente continua de ensayo

Calibration date

Temprature au moment des essais


Temperature at testing time
______ C
Temperatura al momento de las pruebas
Ple
Ple A
Polo

Valeurs en / Values in / Valores en :

Observations

Ple
Ple B
Polo

Ple
Ple C
Polo

1 _____

4 _____

2 _____

5 _____

3 _____

6 _____

7 _____

10 _____ 8 _____

11 _____

9 _____

12 _____

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VRIFICATION DE LA PRESSION DU GAZ


GAS PRESSURE CHECK
COMPROBACIN DE LA PRESIN DEL GAS
Appareil de mesure test equipment

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MPa

N de srie serial number

Calibration date

Observations

SF6 pur / pure SF6 / SF6 puro


Valeurs en pression absolue
Mlange SF6/CF4 / mix SF6/CF4 / mezcla SF6/CF4 Values in absolute pression
Valores en la presin absoluta
_____ % SF6
_____ % CF4
Altitude
Altitude
Altitud

Pression baromtrique
Barometric pressure
______ hPa
Presin baromtrica

______ m

Pression absolue / Absolute pressure


Pressin absoluta
Mesurage de la pression de remplissage
Filling pressure measurement
Medicin de la presin de llenado
Valeur calcule quivalente 20C en MPa absolue
Equivalent computed values at 20C in MPa absolute
Valores computados equivalentes para 20C en MPa
absolutos

Pression relative / relative pressure


Pressin relativa
At 20C and 1013 hPa
Mesurage de la pression de remplissage
Filling pressure measurement
Medicin de la presin de llenado
Valeur calcule quivalente en MPa
Equivalent computed values in MPa
Valores computados equivalentes en MPa

Temprature
Temperature
Temperatura

______ C

Pole 1

Pole 2

Pole 3

______

______

______

______

______

______

Pole 1

Pole 2

Pole 3

______

______

______

______

______

______

Observations Remarks Observaciones

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RELACIN DE ENSAYOS ANTES DE LA PUESTA EN SERVICIO

CONTRLE DES DENSIMTRES DE SURVEILLANCE DE LA PRESSION


GAS PRESSURE MONITORING DENSIMETERS INSPECTION
COMPROBACIN DE LOS DENSIMETROS DE VIGILANCIA DE LA PRESIN
Appareil de mesure test equipment

N de srie serial number

Pression baromtrique
Barometric pressure ________hPa
Presin baromtrica
Temprature
Temperature
Temperatura

(pression relative en MPa)


(relative pressure in MPa)
(pressin relativa en MPa)

Calibration date

Pole 1

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Observations

Pole 2

Pole 3

Seuil
Seuil
Seuil
Seuil
Seuil
Seuil
Seuil
Seuil
Seuil
Threshold Threshold Threshold Threshold Threshold Threshold Threshold Threshold Threshold
Umbral
Umbral
Umbral
Umbral
Umbral
Umbral
Umbral
Umbral
Umbral

________

Mesurage des pressions des seuils


Thresholds pressures measurement
Medicin
de las presiones des los
umbrales
Valeur calcule quivalente
20C 1013 hPa en MPa
Equivalent computed values
Valores computados equivalentes

______

______

______

______

______

______

______

______

______

______

______

______

______

______

______

______

______

______

Observations Remarks Observaciones

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ESSAIS DE FONCTIONNEMENT MCANIQUE


MECHANICAL OPERATING TESTS
ENSAYOS DE FUNCIONAMIENTO MECNICO
Appareil de mesure test equipment

N de srie serial number

Tension dalimentation sur le site.


Supply voltage on site
____
Tensin de alimentacin sobre el sitio

Manuvre douverture
Opening operation
Maniobra de apertura

Calibration date

ms

Observations

V(DC)

Ple
Ple A
Polo
4
7

10

Ple
Ple B
Polo
5
8

11

Ple
Ple C
Polo
6
9

12

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

SC

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

way 1 C

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

way 1 SC

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

Way 2 C

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

Manuvre de fermeture
Closing operation
Maniobra de cierre

Manuvre douverture
Opening operation
Maniobra de apertura

DURES DE FONCTIONNEMENT
OPERATING TIMES
TIEMPO DE OPERACIN

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Way
SC

Cycle de manuvre de fermeture- C


ouverture
Close-open operating cycle : CO
Ciclo de maniobras de cierre-apertura
O
Dure de fermeture-ouverture
Close-open time
Tiempo de cierre-apertura

Squence de manuvre
Operating sequence
:
O-CO
Secuencia de maniobra

Dure douverture-fermeture
Open-close time
Tiempo de apertura-cierre
Dure de fermeture
Close-Open time
Tiempo de cierre-apertura

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MESURAGE DES CARTS DE SIMULTANIT


COINCIDENCE DEVIATION MEASUREMENT
MEDICIN DE LAS DESVIATIONES DE SIMULTANEIDAD

Entre lments de coupure dun mme ple


Between breaking elements of a same pole
Entre elementos de interrupcin de un mismo polo

Entre ples
Between poles
Entre polos

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ms

Ple
Ple A
Polo

Ple
Ple B
Polo

Ple
Ple C
Polo

Fermeture
Closing
Cierre

______

______

______

Ouverture voie 1
Opening way 1
Apertura via 1

______

______

______

Ouverture voie 2
Opening way 2
Apertura via 2

______

______

______

Fermeture
Closing
Cierre

______

Ouverture voie 1
Opening way 1
Apertura via 1

______

Ouverture voie 2
Opening way 2
Apertura via 2

______

MESURAGE DES DURES DE FONCTIONNEMENT DES CONTACTS AUXILIAIRES


MEASUREMENT OF AUXILIARY CONTACT OPERATING DURATIONS
MEDICIN DE DURACIONES DE FUNCIONAMIENTO DE LOS CONTACTOS AUXILIARES

Manuvre de fermeture
Closing operation
Maniobra de cierre
Manuvre douverture
Opening operation
Maniobra de apertura

ms

Type de contact
Contact type
Tipo de contacto
52 b

Ple
Ple A
Polo
______

Ple
Ple B
Polo
______

Ple
Ple C
Polo
______

52a

______

______

______

52b

______

______

______

52a

______

______

______

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MESURAGE DE LA RSISTANCE DE LA CHAMBRE AUXILIAIRE


MEASUREMENT OF THE AUXILIARY CHAMBER RESISTOR
MEDICIN DE LA RESISTENCIA DE LA CAMARA AUXILIAR
Appareil de mesure test equipment

N de srie serial number

Calibration date

Ple A
Valeur en
Values in

Valores en

DURE DINSERTION DE LA RSISTANCE


RESISTOR INSERTION TIME
TIEMPO DE INSERCIN DE LA RESISTENCIA

Scurit louverture de la rsistance


Safety at resistor opening
Securitad a la apertura de la resistencia

Dure dinsertion de la rsistance


Resistor insertion time
Tiempo de insercin de la resistencia

Observations

Ple B

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

10

11

12

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

10

11

12

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

10

11

12

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

_____

ms

MESURAGE DES DURES DE RARMEMENT DE LORGANE DE COMMANDE


MEASUREMENT OF OPERATING MECHANISM RECLOSING DURATIONS
MEDICIN DE DURACIONES DE REARME DEL ORGANO DE MANIOBRA
Dure de rarmement aprs un C
Reclosing duration after one C
Duracin de rearme despues de una C

Ple C

______

______

______

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VRIFICATION DIVERSES
VARIOUS CHECKINGS
COMPROBACINES DIVERSAS
Dispositif danti-pompage

Ouverture de secours

Anti-pumping device
Dispositivo de anti-bombeo

Emergency opening
Apertura de emergencia

Fermeture localemcanique/lectrique

Ouverture locale mcanique/lectrique

Local closing
Cierre local

Local opening
Apertura local

mechanical/electrical
mecnico/electrico

mechanical/electrical
mecnico/electrico

Fermeture distance

Ouverture distance

Remote closing
Cierre distancia

Remote opening
Apertura distancia

Chauffage thermostat

Signalisation dfaut SF6 1er seuil

Thermostated heating
Calefaccin con termostats

SF6 fault indication 1st thereshold


Sealisacin de falta de SF6 1o umbral

Chauffage permanent

Signalisation dfaut SF6 2nd seuil

Permanent heating
Calefaccin permanente

SF6 fault indication 2nd thereshold


Sealisacin de falta de SF6 2o umbral

Serrage des bornes BT

Peinture et protection contre la corrosion.

Tightening of LV terminals
Apriete de las terminales BT

Painting and protection against corrosion


Pintura y proteccin contra la corrosion

Squence de fonctionnement

Contrle de ltanchit SF6 des assemblages

Operating sequence
Secuencia de maniobra

SF6 tightness testing of assemblies


Comprobacin de estanqueidad SF6 de los
montajes

Relev des compteurs de manuvres


Reading of operating counters
Lectura de contadores de maniobra

Ple A

Ple B

Ple C

_____

_____

_____

Dans le cas des appareils en T un minimum de 50 manuvres doit tre ralises sur site.
D'aprs norme CEI 62271-100 pour validation des accouplements raliss sur site.
For the T shaped breakers a minimum of 50 operations has to be done on site.
According to IEC 62271-100 standard to validate coupling made on site.
En el caso de interuptors en T, se debe llevar a cabo un mnimo de 50 maniobras en la obra.
de acuerdo con la norma IEC 62271-110 para validacin de los acoplamientos realizados en la obra.

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OBSERVATIONS REMARKS OBSERVACIONES

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CHECKLIST RPH2
WITH THE CIRCUIT BREAKER ON SITE
RES 310 M RPH2 page 1/2
Breaker type :
RPH2 Type :
Country :

Serial number :
Serial number :
Site :

Item :
Date :

SYSTEM DATA
System frequency
16 2/3 Hz
50 Hz
60 Hz
Control voltage
. Volts
Reference phase
A
B
C
If the reference voltage is different from Phase A, mind to rotate the phases on orders
outputs (channel A and channel B), auxiliaries and current measurements
Rated pressure :
. Bars
Switching program
Shunt Reactor
Capacitor Bank
Transformer
User Program
Password : 0000
POW
Time - Channel 1
Neutral isolated
Time - Channel 1
Neutral grounded
Time - Channel 2
Neutral isolated
Time - Channel 2
Neutral grounded

L1

L2

L3

ms

ms

ms

ms

ms

ms

ms

ms

ms

ms

ms

ms

VERIFICATIONS
(or evently with rotation)
Check wiring according to the electrical scheme
Check the earthing of the RPH2 (on lateral flange)
Measurement of operating times (A, B and C)
(For multichambers CB, slowliest chamber on closing and fastest on opening)
Calculation of timeshift between main contact & Csa
Validation of the parameters
(e.g. with TM1600 + MA61 + sinusoide generator)
FINAL PARAMETERS
L1
Operating time CH1
Operating time CH2
Arcing time CH1
Arcing time CH2
Aux timeshift CH1
Aux timeshift CH2

L2
ms
ms
ms
ms
ms
ms

L3
ms
ms
ms
ms
ms
ms

Test completion date

For the installator, prepared by :

Date de fin des essais

Pour l'installateur, tabli par

For the customer

Checked by ALSTOM Grid

Pour le client

Vrifi par ALSTOM Grid

ms
ms
ms
ms
ms
ms

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Measurements for RPH2 parametrization


RES 310 M RPH2 page 2/2
Phase A
Csa C
(ms)

MC C
(ms)
operation 1
operation 2
operation 3
operation 4
operation 5
Total of the column
Mean value = Total/5

0
0

SC
(m/s)

0
0

Un C
(V)

0
0

MC O
(ms)

0
0

Csa O
(ms)

SO
(m/s)

0
0

Un O
(V)

0
0

0
0

Mean value MC C - Mean value Csa C


Mean value MC O - Mean value Csa O
Phase B
MC C
(ms)
operation 1
operation 2
operation 3
operation 4
operation 5
Total of the column
Mean value = Total/5

SC
(m/s)

Csa C
(ms)

0
0

0
0

Un C
(V)

0
0

Mean value MC C - Mean value Csa C


Mean value MC O - Mean value Csa O

MC O
(ms)

0
0

Csa O
(ms)

SO
(m/s)

0
0

Un O
(V)

0
0

0
0

Phase C
CP C
(ms)
operation 1
operation 2
operation 3
operation 4
operation 5
Total of the column
Mean value = Total/5

SC
(m/s)

Csa C
(ms)

0
0

0
0

Un C
(V)

0
0

CP O
(ms)

0
0

Csa O
(ms)

SO
(m/s)

0
0

Mean value MC C - Mean value Csa C 0


Mean value MC O - Mean value Csa O 0
Mean value of the 3 closing speeds (m/s)
Mean value of the 3 opening speeds (m/s)
MC = Main Contacts
Csa = Secondary Contacts a

O = Opening
C = Closing

0
0
SC = Speed of Closing
SO = Speed of Opening

Un O
(V)

0
0

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CA 103 271 3

INSTRUCTION OPERATIONNELLE

Critre d'Acceptation
ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA

METTEUR - TRANSMITTER :
QUALITE : PM Q1\- QUALITE MONTAGE :
PA Q04\I O A de la Qualit Montage
QUALITY DEPARTEMENT

QUALIT - QUALITY
ENVIRONNEMENT - ENVIRONMENT
SCURIT - SECURITY

N CRITRE DACCEPTATION
ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA NUMBER

CA 103 271 3
INDICE : 010

01/19/2012

OBJET - TITLE :
DISJONCTEUR GL315X (D) GL317X (D) COMMANDE MCANIQUE FK3.5 - MONTAGE SITE
CIRCUIT BREAKER GL315X (D) GL31X (D) WITH SPRING MECHANISM FK3.5 SITE ERECTION

DESTINATAIRES - EXEMPLARIES :
Pas de poste OPM en diffusion

Rdacteur(s) :
Drafter visa
MALATIER Thierry
Sign le 01/18/2012

Approbateur(s) :
Approver visa
ALAMEDDINE Alaa
Sign le 01/18/2012

Vrificateur(s) :
Supervisor visa
DOUMMAR Georges
Sign le 01/18/2012

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CA 103 271 3

INSTRUCTION OPERATIONNELLE

VALIDIT
VALIDITY
DISJONCTEUR
CIRCUIT BREAKER

: GL 315X (D) GL317X (D)

PRESSION SF6
SF6 PRESSURE

: Pre = 0,55 1.0 MPa (absolue)

COMMANDE
MECHANISM

: MCANIQUE FK 3.5
: SPRING MECHANISM

DFINITION DES DURES

TIME DEFINITION

DURE DE FERMETURE : Intervalle de temps


entre l'instant de mise sous tension du circuit de
fermeture et l'instant o les contacts se touchent
dans tous les ples.

CLOSING TIME : Interval of time between


energizing the closing circuit and the instant when
the contacts touch in all poles.

DURE D'OUVERTURE : Intervalle de temps


entre l'instant de mise sous tension du
dclencheur et l'instant de la sparation des
contacts d'arc sur tous les ples (ou des contacts
du simulateur commands par la charge fictive).

OPENING TIME : Interval of time between the


instant of energizing the opening release and the
instant when the arcing contacts have separated in
all poles (or simulator contacts controled by the
dummy load).

DURE D'OUVERTURE-FERMETURE : Intervalle


de temps entre l'instant de sparation des contacts
dans tous les ples, et l'instant o les contacts se
touchent dans le premier ple pendant une
manuvre de refermeture (refermeture : l'appareil
est referm automatiquement aprs un intervalle
de temps prdtermin -195 ms-).

OPEN-CLOSE TIME : Interval of time between the


instant when the arcing contacts have separated in
all poles and the instant when the contacts touch in
the first ple during a reclosing operation (reclosing
: the equipment is automatically reclosed after a
predetermined interval of time -195 ms-).

DURE
DE
FERMETURE-OUVERTURE
:
Intervalle de temps entre l'instant o les contacts
se touchent dans le premier ple pendant une
manuvre de fermeture, et l'instant o les
contacts d'arc sont spars dans tous les ples
pendant la manuvre d'ouverture qui lui fait suite
(le dclencheur d'ouverture est mis sous tension
au moment o les contacts se touchent dans le
premier ple pendant la fermeture).

CLOSE OPEN TIME : Interval of time between the


instant when the contacts touch in the first pole
during a closing operation, and the instant when
the arcing contacts have separated in all poles
during the subsequent opening operation (the
opening release is energizing when the contacts
touch in the first pole during the closing operation).

CART DE SIMULTANIT ENTRE CHAMBRES


D'UN MME PLE : Pour la mme manuvre
diffrence de temps maximale entre les instants o
les contacts des chambres se touchent la
fermeture et diffrence de temps maximale entre
les instants de sparation des contacts des
chambres l'ouverture.

DEVIATION BETWEEN CHAMBERS OF THE


SAME POLE : For the same operation maximum
deviation between the instants when the chambers
contacts touch during the closing operation and
maximum deviation between the instants when the
chambers contacts are separated during the
opening operation.

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GRID
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130, rue Lon Blum
69611 Villeurbanne
France

CA 103 271 3

INSTRUCTION OPERATIONNELLE

CART DE SIMULTANIT ENTRE PLES : Pour


la mme manuvre, diffrence de temps maximale
entre les instants o les contacts de ples se touchent
la fermeture et diffrence de temps maximale entre
les instants de sparation des contacts des ples
l'ouverture.
Dans le cas de ple multi-chambres, le ple est
considr ferm quand la dernire chambre est
ferme et il est considr ouvert quand la premire
chambre est ouverte.

DEVIATION BETWEEN POLES : For the same


operation maximum deviation between the instants
when the poles contacts touch during the closing
operation and maximum deviation between the
instants when the pales contacts are separated
during the opening operation.
In the case of multichambers poles, the pole is
considered closed when the last chamber is closed
and it is considered opened when the first chamber
is opened.

DUREE DINSERTION DE LA RESISTANCE : sur


une manuvre de fermeture, intervalle de temps
entre lentre en contact des contacts darc et
lentre en contact des contacts de linsreur
(rsistance court-circuite).

RESISTOR INSERTION TIME : during a closing


operation, interval of time between the instant
when the arcing contacts are touching and the
instant when the inseror contacts are touching
(resistance short-circuited).

Remarque : la dure de fermeture au sens de la


norme CEI et pour les appareils avec rsistance
dinsertion correspond la somme de la dure de
fermeture et de la dure dinsertion telles que
dfinies prcdemment.

Note : the closing time according the IEC standard


for circuit-breakers with switching resistors is equal
to the sum of the closing time and resistor insertion
time as dfined above.

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DURES DE FONCTIONNEMENT
MECHANICAL OPERATING TIMES

(en ms tension assigne)


( in ms at rated voltage)

DURES DES CHAMBRES


TIMINGS OF CHAMBERS
MANOEUVRE
OPERATION

Minimum

Maximum

Fermeture - Closing
Ouverture O1/O2 - Opening O1/O2
Fermeture par relais TEC Closing with relay TEC
Fermeture par relais Allen Bradley - Closing with relay Allen Bradley
Fermeture par relais FINDER - Closing with relay FINDER
Ouverture O1/O2 par relais TEC
Opening with relay O1/O2 with relay TEC
Ouverture O1/O2 par relais Allen Bradley
Opening O1/O2 with relay Allen Bradley
Ouverture O1/O2 par relais FINDER - Opening O1/O2 with relay FINDER
Fermeture de CO - Closing of CO
Ouverture de CO - Opening of CO
CO
1re Ouverture de O-CO - 1st Opening of O-CO
Fermeture de O-CO - Closing of O-CO
2me Ouverture de O-CO - 2nd Opening of O-CO
Insertion de la rsistance la fermeture Resistor insertion on closing

94
21
103
113
101
28

114
27
128
138
127
42

36

50

28
94
43
52
21
94
43
6

40
114
59
85
27
114
59
9

Minimum

Maximum

95
80
31
39
9
20
95
80
31
39

135
110
61
69
25
33
135
110
61
69

DURES DES CONTACTS AUXILIAIRES


TIMINGS OF AUXILIARY CONTACTS
TYPE DE CONTACT - MANOEUVRE
TYPE CONTACT - OPERATION
Type a / Fermeture de CO - Closing of CO
Type b / Fermeture de CO - Closing of CO
Type a / Ouverture de CO - Opening of CO
Type b / Ouverture de CO - Opening of CO
Type a / 1re Ouverture de O-CO - 1st Opening of O-CO
Type b / 1re Ouverture de O-CO - 1st Opening of O-CO
Type a / Fermeture de O-CO - Closing of O-CO
Type b / Fermeture de O-CO - Closing of O-CO
Type a / 2me Ouverture de O-CO - 2nd Opening of O-CO
Type b / 2me Ouverture de O-CO - 2nd Opening of O-CO

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CART ENTRE CHAMBRES D'UN MME POLE (en ms tension assigne)


DEVIATIONS BETWEEN CHAMBERS OF THE SAME POLE (in ms at rated voltage)
MANOEUVRE
OPERATION

Maximum

Fermeture - Closing
Ouverture - Opening

2
2

CART ENTRE POLES (1)


(en ms tension assigne)
DEVIATIONS BETWEEN POLES (1)
(in ms at rated voltage)
(1) Dans le cas dun disjoncteur unipolaire, ne pas tenir compte de lcart entre ples.
(1) In the case of single pole breaker, deviations between poles criteria do not apply.

MANOEUVRE
OPERATION

Maximum

Fermeture - Closing
Ouverture - Opening

5
3

DURES DE REARME
CHARGING TIME
Tension Moteur en V
Motor Voltage in V
toutes
all

(en s tension assigne)


(in s at rated voltage)
Maximum
10

RESISTANCE DE CONTACT DU CIRCUIT PRINCIPAL (sans prise de courant)


(en sous courant continu de 100 A)
MAIN CIRCUIT RESISTANCE (without HV terminal)
(in with a 100 A direct courrent)
Type de chambre
Type of chamber
105/ 4
105/ 5
105/ 7
105/ 11
105/12
105/13
GL316X 5500A 105/12

Maximum
90
93
95
93
96
93
70

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Maintenance

Maintenance plan

Presentation
Introduction

GL circuit--breakers use pure SF6 gas as an arc quenching medium (or a


SF6+CF4 gas mixture) and require only a reduced amount of maintenance.

In this module

This module contains the following topics :


Topic
Maintenance plan
Maintenance operations
Detail of maintenance operations

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Maintenance plan

Maintenance plan
Maintenance
frequency

Under normal operating conditions, the maintenance plan may be defined as


follows :
Type of
examination

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Frequency

Maintenance
visits

Once or twice a year

Inspections

Every five years

Overhaul

Perform when one of the


following
criteria
is
reached :
D operating
life
time
20 years
D number of mechanical
cycles 3,000
D electric wear limit

Comment
It is advisable to perform
at least 2 CO duty cycles
per year, when apparatus
are scarcely used, in order
to
check
that
the
circuit--breaker
and
associated
control
circuits
are
working
properly.
This
necessitates
circuit--breaker shutdown. It
is not necessary, however to
dismantle
interrupting
chambers
and
other
sub--assemblies.
However, it is recommended
to proceed with inspection of
the pole or circuit--breaker
used the most, then to adapt
the
maintenance
programme for the other breakers depending on the
results observed.

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Maintenance plan

Maintenance operations
Guide

The table below is a guide of the operations to be carried out at each


maintenance stage :
MAINTENANCE VISITS (1 or 2 times a year)
INSPECTION (every 5 years)
OVERHAUL (OPERATING TIME : 20 years)
OVERHAUL (MECHANICAL OPERATIONS : 3 000 cycles)
OVERHAUL (ELECTRICAL WEAR : see Electrical wear
limits)

J J J J J Operation counter reading.


Overall inspection : appearance (corrosion, paintwork,
signs of overheating).
Check operation of permanent heating. Check condition
J J J J
of air vents.
If the circuit--breaker is fitted with an SF6 dial densimeter
or a pressure gauge, check SF6 pressure (or SF6+CF4
J J
gas mixture).
It is advisable to perform at least 2 CO duty cycles per
year, when apparatus are scarcely used, in order to
check that circuit--breaker and associated control circuits
are working properly.
Check SF6 densimeter thresholds. Then adjust pressure
J J
to its rated value.
Check tightening of parts not subjected to pressure
J J J
(frame -- deck -- cubicle).
Check tightening of low voltage terminals ( 6 months
J J J
after commissioning).
Check relay operation.
J J J
Change door seal, side panels seal and roof seal.
J

J J J
J
J

J J J J Measure operating times for poles and auxiliary contacts.


Carry out operations at recommended duties and rated
voltage.
J J Change (or recondition) interrupting chambers.
Check that the damper piston for the opening of the
J
control presents no oil leak.

J J J J

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Maintenance plan

Detail of maintenance operations


Caution

DURING MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS ALL POSSIBLE SAFETY


PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE TAKEN TO PROTECT PERSONNEL
WORKING ON THE EQUIPMENT.
(Disconnect CB from HV system, remove LV supplies etc.)

General condition
of the apparatus

The apparatus should be subjected to visual inspection. If patches of


corrosion are found begin reconditioning of the affected parts.
The table below gives the process respecting surface finish and protection :
Support

Inspection

Galvanized
steel

Oxidized parts

Light scratches
Painted
galvanized
steel
or
painted
aluminium
alloy

Deep scratches
or flaking

Action
D Thorough brushing of oxidized
parts.
D Degreasing with solvent.
D Application of a coat of zinc
paint.
D Thorough degreasing with
solvent.
D Application of a coat of lacquer
using a brush.
D Scouring of paint surface with
emery paper 400.
D Thorough degreasing with
solvent.
D Application of a coat of primer,
then drying for 24 h.
D Application of a coat of
polyurethane lacquer using a
brush.

Products used :
D RUMCOAT EEVA primer by DERIVERY ref. 333103.
D Polyurethane lacquer 780 by DERIVERY, ref. depending on color of
equipment.
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Maintenance plan

Detail of maintenance operations, continued


SF6 pressure gas

For a circuit--breaker equipped with a dial--type SF6 gas densimeter, check


the position of the needle.
Needle position

Colored area

Direction

GREEN

None

YELLOW

Perform a topping--up
operation.

Abnormally low density,


find the origin of the
leak and contact
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RED

NOTE : If the intersection is in either the yellow or red zone, without


any particular indication from the electrical contact densimeter, verify
the concordance of different information sources to find the defective
element and then replace it.

Operating device

Air--vents should be clean, free of dust and unobstructed. If necessary clean


using a solvent.
Make sure that the permanent resistors are working properly by checking that
these give off heat and that there are no overheating marks (a zone notorious
for this).
For thermally controlled resistors, check that energizing and de--energizing
takes place correctly at voltage supply terminals by means of a thermostat
(recommended thermostat temperature : +5C).
If necessary, change resistors found to be defective.
For the opening damper, if any leak is observed, please contact
ALSTOM Grid, After--Sales Department, to proceed with any changes

Operation counter

Read indications given by the counter(s) and note these on the inspection
sheet Maintenance visits.
The number of circuit--breaker operations recorded influences future
maintenance operations.
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Maintenance plan

Detail of maintenance operations, continued


Electrical densimeter
thresholds

Check the electrical contact SF6 densimeter thresholds.


If the values found are outside required tolerances replace the densimeter.

Tightening of
mountings

Check and adjust, with a torque wrench, the tightening torques of screws on
sub--assemblies not subjected to gas pressure. The tightening torques are
given in paragraph Tightening torques.

Relay operation

Check relay operation by executing the following circuit--breaker sequences :


-- closing lock--out,
-- automatic opening (where applicable),
-- anti--pumping.

Tightening
LV terminals

With the electric cubicle out of service, check that the connectors and tips of
conductors are tightened correctly and check the torque of connection
mountings.
Tool used : 4 mm diameter screw driver , for terminals of the Entrelec type
(for example).
CAUTION :
SCREWS
OVER--TIGHTENED.

ON

TERMINALS

MUST

NOT

BE

Insulating envelopes

Check the condition of insulating envelopes, these should be free from impact
marks, splintering, cracks, dust deposits, pollution etc...
If necessary, clean these using a dry rag.
If anomalies are found contact :
ALSTOM Grid, After--sales Service in order to change the defective parts.

Interrupting
chambers

Check the condition of interrupting chambers. This operation necessitates


complete dismantling of the interrupting chamber to gain access to the
elements to be inspected and should obligatorily be performed by ALSTOM
Grid, After--sales Service -- to be contacted before all operations of this kind,
preferably at the maintenance planning stage.

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Electrical wear limits

Electrical wear limits


Estimation

Electrical wear can be determined by means of the curve below. This


curve corresponds with the formula :
NI2 = 28,000 kA2 (*)
N = number of interruptions on value I.
Example : it is possible to perform 70 interruptions on a current of 20 kA.
(*) Normal guarantee. In certain special operation conditions, other values
may be guaranteed.

Diagram

I (kA)
63

20
10

10

20 30

50

100

500

1000

3000

Number of interruptions

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Electrical contact densimeter threshold inspection

Presentation
Necessary tools

List of the ALSTOM Grid tools necessary for the operation :


Mark

Diagram

Designation
Gauge
0...0,765 MPa

(11)
Gauge
0...1 MPa

In this module

Reference
Number
HBL--02842117
+
HB0005499001
1
HBL--02842118
+
HB0005499001

(17)

Pressure reducer
0...1 MPa

HBL--02557392
+
HBLN55161601

(5)

Connection valve
block

HB0005649001

Set of seals

HB0000270121

Test lamp

HBL--02861501

This module contains the following topics :


Topic

Page
2
3
4
6
7
8

Preparing the densimeter


Linking the densimeter on the control tool
Densimeter threshold inspection
Replacing the densimeter
Putting away the control tool
Particular case with two (2) densimeters

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Electrical contact densimeter threshold inspection

Preparing the densimeter


Introduction

The densimeter is located at the base of the pole of the circuit--breaker, and
is joined to the SF6 (or SF6+CF4) gas volume of the circuit--breaker.
To realize the electrical contact densimeter threshold inspection, it is
imperative to isolate the densimeter volume from the pole SF6 (or SF6+CF4)
gas volume.

Process

The table below gives the process to preparing the densimeter :


Step
1

Action
Remove the densimeter
(1), held in place by
screws (8), on the
housing cover (2) of the
circuit--breaker.

Diagram

x3
8
2

H M6--20

Remove the screws (14).

x3
14
H M6--20

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Install the seal (16) on the


connection valve block
(5).

Install the connection


valve block (5) on the
housing cover (2), of the
circuit--breaker,
using
screws (8).
Install the densimeter (1)
on the connection valve
block (5) using screws
(14).
NOTE : Before installing, check the presence of seals on the
densimeter.

16
5

x3

x3

8
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Linking the densimeter on the control tool


Process

The table below gives the process to link the densimeter on the control
tool :
Step
1

Action
Check
that
the
REGULATION screw
(20) -- of the gauge (11) -is in valve closed
position (screwed).

Connect the pipe (12) of


the gauge (11) on the
valve
(24)
of
the
connection valve block
(5).

Diagram
11

20

5
12

24
11

12

Briefly open the SF6 gas


bottle tap (21) and the
cock (22) of the pressure
reducer to eliminate any
air inside the pipe (23)
(approx. 20 s at low
flow--rate).
Connect the pipe (23) on
the valve (10) of the
gauge (11).

11

21

10

23
22

SF6

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Densimeter threshold inspection


SF6 gas pressure
adjustment

The table below gives the steps of SF6 gas pressure adjustment of the
connection valve block (5) :
Step
1

2
3

Action
Open the SF6 gas bottle tap (21)
and adjust gas output by acting on
the cock (22) of the pressure
reducer (reduced flow rate).
Close the tap (21) from time to
time to check pressure on the
gauge (11).

Comment

See the module Calculation


of the SF6 gas filling
pressure to using the
pressure gauge (tool).

Start filling again until the required


pressure is reached.
Close in this order : the tap (21),
then the cock (22).

21

11

Open

SF6

Closed

22

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Densimeter threshold inspection, continued


Testing

The table below gives the steps of densimeter testing :


Step
1

Action
Connect a test lamp to the
Alarm pressure for the
insulation pae densimeter
threshold.
Calculate
the
effective
pressure at which the Alarm
pressure
for
the
insulation pae contact
switches over -- corrected in
keeping with temperature and
local atmospheric pressure.
D Create
a
leak
by
unscrewing
the
REGULATION screw (20) -of the gauge (11) --, making
sure that the contact switches
over at the previously
calculated value.
D Proceed in the same way
to check the contact of
Minimal pressure for the
insulation pme.

Comment
Connection to the terminal block of
the operating mechanism in
accordance with the electrical
diagram.
Value pae : see technical
characteristics).
See the module Calculation of
the SF6 gas filling pressure to
using the pressure gauge
(tool).

11

20

If one of the thresholds does not


comply with the specified value,
replace the densimeter.

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Electrical contact densimeter threshold inspection

Replacing the densimeter


Process

The table below gives the process to replace the densimeter :


Step
1

Action
Disconnect the pipe (12)
from the valve (24) of the
connection valve block (5).
Screw the valve--cap (25) on
the valve (24).

Diagram
24
12
25
5

Remove the densimeter (1),


held in place by screws (14),
on the connection valve
block (5).

x3

14
H M6--20
3

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Remove the connection


valve block (5), held in place
by screws (8), on the housing
cover
(2)
of
the
circuit--breaker.
NOTE : If the connection
valve block (5) is any
more used, see the next
paragraph Putting away
the control tool.

x3

Install new seals (26) and


(27) on the densimeter (1),
referring to Preparing and
installing static seals in
Erection
general 2
procedures.
Install the densimeter (1) on 27
the housing cover (2), of the
circuit--breaker,
using 26
screws (8).
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H M6--20

x3
8
H M6--20
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Putting away the control tool


Process

The table below gives the steps of putting away the control tool :
Step
1

Action
Take
precautions
to
remove the seal (16) from
the connection valve block
(5) and put it away into the
SET OF SEALS box of
the densimeter threshold
inspection case.
Install screws (14) on the
connection valve block (5)
Put away the connection
valve block (5) into the
case.

Diagram
16
5

x3
5

14
H M6--20

Disconnect the pipe (23)


from the valve (10) of the
gauge (11).

11

10

SF6

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Electrical contact densimeter threshold inspection

Special case with two densimeters


Instructions

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If the apparatus is equipped with a second densimeter, repeat the


operations on pages two to seven.

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Intervention on the FK3-- 5 operating device

Presentation
Warning

BEFORE ALL INTERVENTION ON THE OPERATING DEVICE, MAKE


SURE THAT THE CIRCUIT--BREAKER IS OPEN ANDITS POSITIONINDICATOR IS IN THE POSITION BELOW.

Circuit--breaker
Open

Closing spring
Released

NEVER WORK THE OPERATING DEVICE WHEN THIS IS NOT COUPLED


TO THE CIRCUIT--BREAKER.

In this module

This module contains the following topics :


Topic
Positions of optical signalization
Safety measures
Preparing the operating device
Replacing an opening or closing electro--magnet
Resumption of service
Lubrication
Cleaning the windows

01--2011

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Positions of optical signalization


A position
Circuit--breaker
Open

Closing spring
Loaded

B position
Circuit--breaker
Closed

Closing spring
Released

C position
Circuit--breaker
Closed

Closing spring
Loaded

Circuit--breaker
Open

Closing spring
Released

D position

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Safety measures
Circuit--breaker
general preparing

The table below gives the steps to prepare the circuit--breaker to work safely :
Step
1
2
3

Release the springs

Action
Comment
Isolate the circuit--breaker from Shut down the circuit--breaker,
the network.
de--energize and earth it.
Switch--off the supply circuit of
the reloading motor.
Check the SF6 pressure gas. Make sure that the SF6 pressure
gas is pme.
Below this level, no mechanical
operating is allowed.

The table below gives the procedure to release the closing spring and the
opening spring depending the circuit--breaker state :
If the circuit--breaker
position is ...

Closed

Open

Check the optical


signalization

In the operating device, activate the


opening handle and the closing handle like below :
1 -- Open
2 -- Close
3 -- Open
Activate the closing handle and the
opening handle like below :
1 -- Close
2 -- Open

Check that the operating mechanisms optical signalization shows the symbols below :

Circuit--breaker
Open

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Action

Closing spring
Released

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Preparing the operating device


Introduction

In order to perform certain maintenance operations inside the operating device it is necessary to remove some cabinet parts.

Removing
side panels

The table below gives the steps of side panels removing :


Step
1

Action
Remove the nuts (2) from
the left side panel (3).

Diagram

x2
2
M8
3
2

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Take hold of the left side


panel (3) from underneath,
pull slightly towards the outside, then downwards to remove it.

Proceed in the same way


for the right side panel.

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Replacing an opening or closing electro-- magnet


Process

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The table below gives the steps of replacing an opening or closing electro--magnet :
Step
1

Action
Disconnect the supply wires from
the coil (9).

Diagram

Extract the blade spring (10) by


pressing outwards on the rivet with
a finger.

Remove the core (11).

10

Remove the faulty coil and replace


it by a new one carrying the same
reference.

11

Reinstall the core (11).

Reinstall the blade spring (10).

Connect supply wires to the new


coil (9).

10

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Resumption of service
Installing the side
panels

Insert the side panel (3) under the edge of the roof plate (4). Press it down to
insert the mounting screws and fasten using new nuts (2).
4
3

x2
2
M8
1,6 daN.m

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Resumption of service, continued


Energizing

The table below gives the resumption of service steps of the circuit--breaker
pole :
Step
1
2

Check the optical


signalization

Action
Comment
Re--energize the closing and
opening circuits.
Switch--on the motor supply cir- The motor starts--up and recuit.
loads the closing spring.

Check that the operating mechanisms optical signalization shows the symbols below :

Circuit--breaker
Open

Conclusion

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Closing spring
Loaded

The circuit--breaker is ready for normal use.

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Lubrication
Principle

No future lubrication will be necessary. The bearings and rollers have been
lubricated in our workshops with special grease :
ASEOL SYLITEA 4--018
This grease can easily endure very low temperatures and has an excellent
resistance to ageing. So that its qualities are not modified during use, it is prohibited to :
D Mix this grease with any other lubricant.
D Lubricate later with any other oil.
D Spray parts of the apparatus with a protective liquid against corrosion or
with any kind of lubricating oil.
Mixture with other lubricants can cause the layer of grease to become too
hard.

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Cleaning the windows


Recommended
product

To clean the windows, use exclusively soapy water.

DO NOT USE SCOURING PAD.

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Annexes

Tooling and accessories

Presentation
Introduction

Special tooling is necessary for :


+ commissioning,
, maintenance of the circuit--breaker.
Only the tools and accessories specified on ordering are delivered.
Commercially available tools (e.g. : spanners, torque wrenches, spirit
levels...) are not supplied.

In this module

This module contains the following topics :


Topic

Page
2
6

Special tools
Accessories

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Tooling and accessories

Special tools
Table of special
tools

The table below gives the ALSTOM special tools (SF6 case) :
NUMBER

DESIGNATION

HBLD001875..
+,

EMPTY
TRANSPORT
CASE
(OPTIONAL)

HBLN55000401
+,

FILLING TOOL

HBL--02842117
+
HB0005499001
+,
HBL--02842118
+
HB0005499001
+,

USE
Transport of SF6 gas
filling tools and
control tools.
Inspection of
densimeter
thresholds.

SF6 filling,
topping--up.

PRESSURE
GAUGE
0...0,765 MPa

SF6 filling,
topping--up.
Inspection of
densimeter
thresholds.

PRESSURE
GAUGE
0...1 MPa

HBL465059004
,

WATER
PRESSURE
GAUGE
(OPTIONAL) ,

Checking for leaks

HBL--02557392
+
HBLN55161601
+,

PRESSURE
REDUCER
0...1 MPa

SF6 filling,
topping--up.
Inspection of
densimeter
thresholds.

HB0005649001
,

CONNECTION
VALVE BLOCK

Inspection of
densimeter
thresholds.

HB0000270121
,

SET OF SEALS

Inspection of
densimeter
thresholds.

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Special tools, continued


Table of special
tools, continued

The table below gives the continuation of ALSTOM special tools :


NUMBER

DESIGNATION

USE

HB0001652002
+,
(x4/station)

LIFTING STRAP
(3m)

Handling of the pole.

HB0001652001
+,
(x4/station)

LIFTING STRAP
(6m)

Handling of the pole.

HBL--02236071
+
(x4/station)

LIFTING
SHACKLE

Handling of the pole.

HBLD00786901
+
(x8/station)

WASHER

Handling
of the column.

HBLN55069303
+
(x4/station)

RING BOLT

Handling
of the column.

HB0004570001
+
(x1/pole
installed in
factory)

HB0000482002
+,
(x1/station)

Blocking tool of the


pole operating shaft
BLOCKING TOOL
for
replacing
the
operating device.

CENTRING
SPINDLES

Chambers/column
coupling.

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Special tools, continued


Table of special
tools, continued

The table below gives the continuation of ALSTOM special tools :


NUMBER

DESIGNATION

USE

HB0015532001
+,
(x1/station)

STOP

Chambers/column
coupling.

HB0000571001
+,
(x1/station)

LEVER

Installing the
operating device.

HB0000504001
+,
(x1/station)

PROTECTION

Chambers/column
coupling.

HB0015511001
+,
(x1/station)

COUPLING PIN

Chambers/column
coupling.

HBLN55001903
+

VACUUM PUMP
110/220V
50 Hz (4,5 m3/h)
Vacuum operation
in pole.

HBLN55001904
+

VACUUM PUMP
115/230V
60 Hz (4,5 m3/h)

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Tooling and accessories

Special tools, continued


Table of special
tools, continued

The table below gives the continuation of ALSTOM special tools :


NUMBER

DESIGNATION

USE

HBLN55000406
+

UNIVERSAL
CONNECTION
1/2 GAZ
AND
1/2 NPT

Vacuum operation
in pole.

HBLD00001901
+,

LEAK
DETECTOR

Checking
gas--tightness of SF6
filling plug. SF6 leak
detection.

TEST LAMP

Inspection of
densimeter
thresholds.
Inspection of
interruption contact
wear.

CRANK HANDLE

Spring reloading.

HBL--02861501
,

HB0005220001
FK3--2
,
HB0006053007

FK3--4 / FK3--5
,

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Accessories
Table of accessories

The table below gives the ALSTOM accessories :


NUMBER
HBL--01861432
+,

DESIGNATION

USE

42 kg
SF6 BOTTLE

SF6 filling topping--up.

SF6 BOTTLE

SF6 filling topping--up.

SF6 BOTTLE

SF6 filling topping--up.

SF6 BOTTLE

SF6 filling topping--up.

CF4 BOTTLE

CF4 filling
topping--up.

CF4 BOTTLE

CF4 filling
topping--up.

HBL--01818336

LOCTITE 262
(50 ml)

Screw locking.

HBL--01818327

LOCTITE 225
(250 ml)

Screw sealing.

HBL--01835265

MOLYKOTE 111
GREASE

Preparation
of SF6 seals.

HBL--01835203

GREASE
MOBILUX EP3

Lubricating screws
before tightening
to torques.

HBL--01861435
+,

HBL--01861434
+,

HBL--01861443
+,

HBL--01861455
+,

HBL--01861454
+,

23 kg

10 kg

8 kg

32 kg

14 kg

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Accessories, continued
Table of accessories,
continued

The table below gives the continuation of ALSTOM accessories :


NUMBER

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DESIGNATION

USE

HBL--01835106

VASELINE
(80 g)

Preparation of
electrical contact
surfaces.

HBL--01835118

CONTACTAL
GREASE

Preparation of
electrical contact
surfaces.

HBL--01835251

GREASE
ASEOL

General lubrication.

HBL--02212337

SCOTCH BRITE
A -- VF

Preparation of
electrical contact
surfaces.

HBL--01831320

ABRASIVE
PAPER
A 400

Preparation of
electrical contact
surfaces.

HBL--02212334

RAG

Preparation of
electrical contact
surfaces.

HBL--02211842

ROUND BRUSH
N4

Preparation of
electrical contact
surfaces.

HBL--02211831

BRUSH
N16

Preparation of
electrical contact
surfaces.

HBL--01861262

CAN OF
ISOPROPANOL
(1 l)

Preparation of SF6
seals.

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SUMMARY

of PRODUCT SAFETY SHEETS


for equipment * manufactured by
ALSTOM GRID - AHT

SUBJECT

Reference N

Revision

Summary

PS 0000EN

04

Working environment

PS 0001EN

03

Handling Operations

PS 0002EN

03

Pressurized Equipment

PS 0003EN

03

SF6 : Use and Handling.

PS 0004EN

03

Chemicals

PS 0005EN

03

Electrical Equipment

PS 0006EN

03

Machinery

PS 0007EN

04

Operation

PS 0008EN

04

Maintenance

PS 0009EN

04

Remarks

Not applicable to pneumatically


operated circuit breakers

* : excluding lightning arresters.

PS 0000EN

04

G. BERNARD

1998-08-12

Sheet N

Revision

Written by

Date

Signature

J. VIAT

2001-03-21

Approved by

Date

1/1
Signature

Page

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SAFETY SHEET

WORKING
ENVIRONMENT

CAUSE OR ORIGIN OF HAZARD.


Any negligence as regards site organisation may cause an accident.

WORK REQUIREMENTS.

All remedial action, for all life-cycles of the equipment, must be carried out in a safe working
environment.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.

OBSERVE ALL GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS GOVERNING INSTALLATION, COMMISSIONING AND


OPERATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH CURRENTLY ACCEPTED PRACTICES AS WELL AS THOSE LAID
DOWN IN THE DOCUMENTATION SUPPLIED WITH THE EQUIPMENT.

PS 0001EN

03

G. BERNARD

1998-08-12

Sheet N

Revision

Written by

Date

Signature

J. VIAT

2011-03-21

Approved by

Date

1/2
Signature

Page

TRANSPORT

INSTALLATION

START-UP

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE

SCRAPPING &
RECYCLING

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PACKING

GRID
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1 Personnel :
-

Appropriate clothing, gloves, helmet, safety


boots, harness, etc..

The personnel concerned must be familiar with


the basic working regulations governing a given
work station: mechanical, dielectric, pressure
hazards, etc..

2 Handling Equipment :
-

This must be in good working order, regularly


maintained, properly adjusted and compliant
with the standards in force in the country of use.

3 Tools in General :
-

Only use tools appropriate to the type of work to


be carried out.

4 Working Area :
-

Make sure the floor is safe (free from oil, blunt


objects, etc.).

The site must be properly demarcated and kept


clear.

PS 0001EN
Sheet N

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SAFETY SHEET

HANDLING OPERATIONS

CAUSE OR ORIGIN OF HAZARD.


Any handling operation may involve danger :

for the personnel,

- for the equipment being handled,


- for the installations or equipment in the vicinity.

WORK REQUIREMENTS.

As a general rule, handling operations must be carried out by personnel familiar with the basic
handling regulations, using equipment in good working order, and wearing the appropriate
protective clothing or equipment.
Ensure that the condition of the cases is such that they can be safely handled (state of the wood,
shock-resistance, etc.).

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.

OBSERVE ALL GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS GOVERNING INSTALLATION, COMMISSIONING AND


OPERATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH CURRENTLY ACCEPTED PRACTICES AS WELL AS THOSE LAID
DOWN IN THE DOCUMENTATION SUPPLIED WITH THE EQUIPMENT.

PS 0002EN
Sheet N

03
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1st issue

2011-03-21
Revision date

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Page

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PACKING

TRANSPORT

INSTALLATION

START-UP

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE

SCRAPPING &
RECYCLING

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Handling operations must be carried out by personnel


familiar with the basic handling regulations.

Personnel must be qualified to operate


equipment, cranes, overhead conveyors, etc..

lifting

Equipment in proper working order :


-

Equipment must be checked and maintained


regularly in accordance with local regulations.

All equipment must be properly housed.

Familiarity with the load to be handled (see details on


the case).

Use of the appropriate handling equipment :


-

Type of sling(s),

Correct slinging methods,

Use of special ALSTOM handling equipment.

Follow the handling instructions on :


-

the cases (pictorial symbols: centre of gravity,


slinging points, etc.),

the assembly instructions.

Compliance with the relevant work station safety


instructions (proximity of electrical equipment).

Operator Safety :
-

use of gloves, helmets, safety boots, etc.,

loads not to be carried with personnel underneath.

PS 0002EN
Sheet N

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SCRAPPING &
RECYCLING

Ensure that cases have not been damaged during


handling or prolonged storage.
Follow the stacking instructions.

It is essential to open cases from the top and to take


care when unpacking.

operated

Bring insulating jacket working pressure back to


transport pressure (300 hPa maximum).

PS 0002EN
Sheet N

03
Revision

1996-03-18
1st issue

OPERATION

Before
handling
any
mechanically
component, disable the springs.

START-UP

INSTALLATION

Handling of insulating jackets at transport pressure (300


hPa maximum).

TRANSPORT

Before
handling
any
hydraulically
operated
component, bring oil pressure back to atmospheric
pressure.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PACKING

MAINTENANCE

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SAFETY SHEET

PRESSURIZED EQUIPMENT

CAUSE OR ORIGIN OF HAZARD.


Our equipment includes gas pressure assemblies (SF6, nitrogen, air, etc.) or fluids (oil).

WORK REQUIREMENTS.
Comply with the storage, transport and operating instructions supplied with our equipment.
Before initial filling and pressurizing, check the overall condition of the shielding concerned :
-

no signs of impact, splitting or chipping on the porcelain components, etc.,

no visible damage to hoses and/or rigid pipes (cuts, folds, corrosion, etc.) or to fittings and
metal protection (accumulators, tank, etc.).

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
OBSERVE ALL GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS GOVERNING INSTALLATION, COMMISSIONING AND
OPERATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH CURRENTLY ACCEPTED PRACTICES AS WELL AS THOSE LAID
DOWN IN THE DOCUMENTATION SUPPLIED WITH THE EQUIPMENT.

As a general rule, all work on pressurized equipment must be carried out by qualified personnel.

PS 0003EN

03

G. BERNARD

1998-08-12

Sheet N

Revision

Written by

Date

Signature

J. VIAT

2011-03-21

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Date

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Page

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START-UP

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE

SCRAPPING &
RECYCLING

TRANSPORT

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PACKING

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Pressurized Equipment : General.


1.1

Comply with the assembly instructions shown


on both our equipment and the gas bottles.

1.2

Before starting work on any pressurized piece


of equipment, make sure there is no pressure.

1.3

Before any handling, check to see how the


equipment is fixed to its frame and how the
frame is itself anchored.

1.4

High-pressure pipes must be fixed or otherwise


made safe.

1.5

Before initial pressurization, check that all


circuits are properly sealed.

1.6

Never tighten a pressure fitting.

1.7

Ensure that for every bolted connection for a


volume under pressure there is an appropriate
and properly fastened bolt at each relevant
point.

1.8

It is strictly forbidden to lift or otherwise move a


piece of equipment inflated to a pressure in
excess of 300 hPa of gas.

1.9

Before giving any orders to move equipment,


check visually or by ear that all the relevant
pipe fittings are tight.

1.10 Comply with the standard instructions


governing the use of compressed gas bottles
(e.g. keep the bottle away from any source of
heat).

PS 0003EN
Sheet N

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1st issue

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START-UP

INSTALLATION

TRANSPORT

PACKING

OPERATION

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2.1

See SF6 Safety Sheet.

2.2

An effective pressure of 300 hPa, used for the


transport and storage of our products, is not
regarded as a potential hazard.

2.3

Always fill the unit using the appropriate


equipment, which should include a safety
valve.

2.4

Do not inflate over and above the prescribed


pressure.

2.5

It is strictly forbidden to release SF6 to


atmosphere. All discharged gas must without
exception be recovered.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SF6 Pressure Equipment.

Hydraulic Equipment.

3.1

Circuit Purging.
This must be done under pressure. Use the
appropriate equipment.

3.2

Hydraulic Control Unit.


The doors must be kept shut except when
control tests are being carried out.

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SAFETY SHEET

SF6
Use and Handling

CAUSE OR ORIGIN OF HAZARD.


Sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) is a gas which in its basic state is colourless, odourless and tasteless. It is
not toxic, but it cannot sustain life. It is a heavy gas that is dispersed slowly into the atmosphere.
In its natural state, SF6 is delivered and stored in pressurized tanks (bottles or spheres) at a pressure
of approximately 20 bar at 20C (in its liquid form) and complies with IEC standard 376.
However, under the effect of the electric arc, the SF6 molecules break up and the elements mostly
recombine during cooling either due to extinction of the arc or by regeneration caused by the
presence of active absorbent charges within the circuit breaker.
Various chemical reactions, associated with the volatilization of the materials in contact with the
electric arc, create either fluoridized or sulphurous secondary gas products or solid products in the
form of metallic fluoride powder ; or again, in the presence of traces of water or moisture,
hydrofluoric acid or sulphur dioxide.
In the life-cycle of the equipment, SF6 can be observed not only in its pure state, but also in its
contaminated state :
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the use of new SF6 for filling or adding,

leaks under normal operating conditions,

maintenance involving the opening of circuit breakers containing old SF6 (decomposition
products),

abnormal conditions (internal arc fault causing the shielding to break),

circuit breaker recycling on end of life-cycle.

WORK REQUIREMENTS.
Follow the instructions for the transport of pressurized containers.
The storage of these containers is governed by the same storage regulations as compressed gas
bottles :
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keep away from any source of heat and in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area,
always fit a pressure reducing valve.

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Whilst SF6 in its pure state is not toxic, the decomposition products have varying degrees of toxicity.
They may irritate the skin, the eyes and the mucous membranes; and in massive amounts may
cause serious lesions (oedema, heart failure, circulatory disorders and unconsciousness).
However, very rapidly and before there is any real danger, signs such as a pungent smell, irritation
of the mucous of the nose, the eyes and the mouth will give a warning and the personnel
concerned will have sufficient time to take the necessary safety actions.
Where the gas is used or handled within enclosed premises, ensure adequate ventilation,
especially low down.
If the gas is inhaled, the area concerned must be evacuated immediately.
Under normal operating conditions, leaks are exceptionally minor and not critical, even when the
gas contains impurities (due to the regenerating filters in the circuit breaker).
Filling and where necessary topping up operations must be carried out using the appropriate tools.
During maintenance operations, or at the end of the life-cycle, dust inside the equipment must be
removed by a vacuum extractor and the operator should wear a mask. Gas recovery must be
carried out using the appropriate gas recovery equipment.
Gases and decomposition products must be treated and/or disposed of by specialist organizations.
Under extremely abnormal conditions (e.g. break in the shielding) in an enclosed space, individual
protective equipment is recommended.
Lastly, it is forbidden to smoke, drink, eat or keep food in the vicinity of open SF6 equipment,
whether indoors or outside (harmful dust).

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
OBSERVE ALL GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS GOVERNING INSTALLATION, COMMISSIONING AND
OPERATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH CURRENTLY ACCEPTED PRACTICES AS WELL AS THOSE LAID
DOWN IN THE DOCUMENTATION SUPPLIED WITH THE EQUIPMENT.

It is essential that both the fitter and the user read IEC Technical Report 1634 regarding the use and
handling of sulphur hexafluoride gas.

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MAINTENANCE

OPERATION

START-UP

TRANSPORT

Transport of SF6

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SAFETY SHEET

CHEMICALS

CAUSE OR ORIGIN OF HAZARD.


Generally speaking, the products used for installation and commissioning are bought chemical
products, namely :
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Hydraulic oil

Grease

Loctite

Touching-up paint

Isopropanol

Drying agents

These must be kept in their original packing and the tops replaced after use.
Some packing products require careful handling as they may contain preservatives.
WORK REQUIREMENTS.
As a general rule, chemical products must be used and stored away from any source of heat.
Smoking is to be avoided.
Avoid contact with the skin and any splashes to the eyes.
Take the basic health and safety precautions.
Products and packing must be destroyed in accordance with local environmental regulations.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
OBSERVE ALL GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS GOVERNING INSTALLATION, COMMISSIONING AND
OPERATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH CURRENTLY ACCEPTED PRACTICES AS WELL AS THOSE LAID
DOWN IN THE DOCUMENTATION SUPPLIED WITH THE EQUIPMENT.

Other products: SF6 (see relevant sheet)

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Hydraulic Oil

Consumables (Grease & Paint) (Isopropanol)

Loctite

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SAFETY SHEET

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

CAUSE OR ORIGIN OF HAZARD.


Our equipment is subjected to high and low tension loads that could expose the personnel to the
risk of electrocution.

WORK REQUIREMENTS.
The operating company is responsible for ensuring compliance with the safety instructions
governing high tension.
The basic regulations in respect of low tension installations must also be complied with.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
OBSERVE ALL GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS GOVERNING INSTALLATION, COMMISSIONING AND
OPERATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH CURRENTLY ACCEPTED PRACTICES AS WELL AS THOSE LAID
DOWN IN THE DOCUMENTATION SUPPLIED WITH THE EQUIPMENT.

All work on high-tension networks and low-tension installations must be performed by qualified
operators wearing personal protective clothing and using the appropriate tools and equipment.

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OPERATION

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High Tension.
1.1 Comply with the regulations governing the work
station.
1.2 In the case of items equipped with capacitors,
make sure they are discharged prior to removal
and short-circuited while work is being carried out.

Low Tension.
2.1 Prior to any work on the low-tension circuit or
equipment, cut off the power supply.

2.2 When replacing an electrical component on the


control equipment, follow the safety instructions
shown in the "Machinery" safety sheet.

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SAFETY SHEET

MACHINERY

CAUSE OR ORIGIN OF HAZARD.


Our equipment contains moving parts (linkage, levers, etc.), reserve power (springs, accumulators,
etc.) and pressurized sheathing ; the associated hazards are dealt with in safety sheet "Pressurized
Equipment" PS 0003/A.

WORK REQUIREMENTS.
Follow the relevant ALSTOM operating and maintenance instructions.
Prior to any work on the control equipment and the motion transfer mechanism, disable the springs
on mechanically operated units and bring pressure back to zero for hydraulically operated units.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
OBSERVE ALL GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS GOVERNING INSTALLATION, COMMISSIONING AND
OPERATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH CURRENTLY ACCEPTED PRACTICES AS WELL AS THOSE LAID
DOWN IN THE DOCUMENTATION SUPPLIED WITH THE EQUIPMENT.

As a general rule, work on the control equipment and transmissions must be performed by qualified
operators wearing personal protective clothing and using the appropriate tools and equipment.

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OPERATION

MAINTENANCE

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2.1 Before any work is carried out, cut off all power to
the reset motor.

2.2 Deactivate the opening and closing springs in


accordance with ALSTOM instructions.

2.3 Make sure that all safety rules are complied with
while the work is being carried out.

3.1 Before any work is carried out, cut off power to


the motor pump.

3.2 Reduce the pressure of the hydraulic circuit to


zero.

Moving Parts.

1.1 Before any work is carried out on transmission


components, ensure that the control equipment
has been deactivated.
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PACKING

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Spring-operated Mechanism.

Hydraulic Mechanism.

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OPERATION

CAUSE OR ORIGIN OF HAZARD.


If the unit shows any sign of an unwanted condition, it must be examined by the user.

WORK REQUIREMENTS.

The operators concerned must be suitably qualified and must comply with the normal operating
and maintenance instructions issued by ALSTOM.
Depending on the severity of the fault observed, the necessary corrective measures must be taken,
e.g :

- replenish the SF6 gas in the event of a leak,


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isolate the system in the event of a major malfunction.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.

OBSERVE ALL GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS GOVERNING INSTALLATION, COMMISSIONING AND


OPERATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH CURRENTLY ACCEPTED PRACTICES AS WELL AS THOSE LAID
DOWN IN THE DOCUMENTATION SUPPLIED WITH THE EQUIPMENT.

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MAINTENANCE

OPERATION

INSTALLATION

START-UP

COMPLY WITH THE SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION PROVIDED IN THE FOLLOWING CASES :

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Opening malfunction :
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to do with the sequencing chain,


following a mechanical fault.

Cut-off failure.

External dielectric flash-over.

SF6 pressure drop due to either :


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major leak (switch to 2nd threshold),


no 1st threshold alarm complement.

Loss of motor power :


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oil, compressed air, component failure.

Activation of safety device, if fitted.


Use
only
the
appropriate
recommended by ALSTOM.
Abnormal noise.

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SAFETY SHEET

MAINTENANCE

CAUSE OR ORIGIN OF HAZARD.


To ensure safe and unimpaired operation of the equipment, regular maintenance is essential.
Neglected maintenance can create hazards.
Maintenance operations involve hazards that must be guarded against.
WORK REQUIREMENTS.
Comply with the maintenance programme and service intervals shown in the ALSTOM manuals.
In addition, every maintenance operation must comply with the following requirements :
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it must be carried out by suitably qualified personnel,

both the work involved and the associated hazards must be clearly identified beforehand,

the tools and equipment used (standard or specific to ALSTOM) must be appropriate and in
proper working order,

any replacement parts must be ALSTOM parts.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
OBSERVE ALL GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS GOVERNING INSTALLATION, COMMISSIONING AND
OPERATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH CURRENTLY ACCEPTED PRACTICES AS WELL AS THOSE LAID
DOWN IN THE DOCUMENTATION SUPPLIED WITH THE EQUIPMENT.

Refer to the relevant SAFETY sheets.

The safety instructions below are general and not exhaustive. They should therefore be
modified and/or supplemented for all specific maintenance operations to be carried out.

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SCRAPPING &
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X

Obtain as much information as possible from the user


regarding the condition of the unit.

Check that the unit is earthed both upstream and


downstream.

Demarcate the work area.

Ensure that the operator is equipped with the personal


protective clothes and equipment required (safety
glasses, gloves, safety boots, harness, etc.).

Ensure that the equipment used is compliant and in


good condition (scaffolding, slings, suspended
platforms, electrical equipment, tools, etc.).

Ensure that the safety instructions in respect of each


particular hazard are complied with.

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INSTALLATION

TRANSPORT

Identify the equipment to be worked on and ensure it


is switched off.

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Point--on--Wave Controller
Series RPH2
Service Manual

02--2004

58.020.034EN
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RPH2 Service Manual


CONTENTS
1. IN GENERAL

1.1. Handling of electronic equipment

1.2. Unpacking

1.3. Storage

1.4. Installation

1.5. Technical data

2. INTRODUCTION

2.1. Using the handbook

2.2. Models available, Assembly

2.3. Additional modules


2.3.1. Signal module: Option S
2.3.2. Current measurement module: Option I
2.3.3. Analogue module: Option A
2.3.3.1 Option A0
2.3.3.2 Option A1
2.3.3.3 Option A3
2.3.3.4 List of available models

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2.4. Elements on the front of the device


2.4.1. Graphic display
2.4.1.1 Setting Contrast of LC-Display
2.4.2. Key-operated switch
2.4.2.1 Position "OFF"
2.4.2.2 Position "OPERATION"
2.4.3. LED indicators
2.4.3.1.LED "READY" (green)
2.4.3.2.LED 1 to 7 (red)
2.4.4. Keys
2.4.5. Serial interface

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2.5. Menu system


2.5.1. Menu structure

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3. APPLICATION NOTES

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3.1. General Description of the Functions


3.1.1. Synchronized switching
3.1.1.1 Closing
3.1.1.2 Opening

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3.1.2. Circuit breaker


3.1.3. RPH2 structure
3.1.4. Function of the RPH2
3.1.4.1 Energizing of an inductive load in the voltage maximum
3.1.4.2 Breaking of an inductive current
3.1.4.3 Switching program

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3.2. Switching of Transformers and Reactors


3.2.1. Closing
3.2.1.1 Networks with grounded Neutral
3.2.1.2 Networks with isolated Neutral
3.2.2. Opening
3.2.3. Data on circuit breaker required
3.2.3.1 Closing
3.2.3.2 Opening
3.2.4. Necessary Switching Time Accuracy

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3.3. Switching of Reactor Groups


3.3.1. Closing
3.3.1.1 Networks with grounded Neutral
3.3.1.2 Networks with isolated Neutral
3.3.2. Opening
3.3.3. Data on circuit breaker required
3.3.3.1 Closing
3.3.3.2 Opening
3.3.4. Necessary Switching Time Accuracy

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3.4. Switching of unloaded Capacitors


3.4.1. Closing
3.4.1.1 Networks with grounded Neutral
3.4.1.2.Networks with isolated Neutral
3.4.2. Opening
3.4.3. Data on circuit breaker required
3.4.4 Necessary Switching Time Accuracy

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3.5 Switching (closing) of uncharged Lines

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4.1 Signal Module: Option S


4.1.1 Alarm outputs
4.1.2 Opto coupler inputs
4.1.2.1 Measuring the operating time
4.1.2.2 Remote reset
4.1.2.3 Real time clock synchronization
4.2 Analogue Module: Option A
4.2.1 Control Voltage Compensation
4.2.2 Temperature Compensation
4.2.3 Hydraulic Pressure Compensation
4.2.4 Specifications for the external sensors
4.2.5 Adaptive Control

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4.3 Current Module Option I

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5 RPH2 MENUE SYSTEM

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5.1 System data


5.1.1 Password
5.1.2 System Frequency
5.1.3 Control Voltage
5.1.4 Rated Pressure
5.1.5 Switching Program
5.1.5.1 User Program
5.1.6 Function Channel 1
5.1.7 Language
5.1.8 Time / Date
5.1.9 New Password
5.1.10 Selftest Start
5.1.11 Selftest Interval

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5.2 CB Data
5.2.1 Operating Time CH1
5.2.2 Operating Time CH2
5.2.3 Arcing Time CH1
5.2.4 Arcing Time CH2
5.2.5 Auxiliary Timeshift CH1
5.2.6 Auxiliary Timeshift CH2
5.2.7 Adaptive Control
5.2.7.1 Weighting Factor
5.2.7.2 Adaptive Times CH1
5.2.7.3 Adaptive Times CH2
5.2.7.4 Reset Adaptive Times
5.2.8 Compensation
5.2.9 kU1 Voltage CH1
5.2.10 kP1 Pressure CH1
5.2.11 Temperature Compensation CH1
5.2.12 Table Temp. CH1
5.2.12.1 Delta_t xxC
5.2.13 kU2 Voltage CH2
5.2.14 kP2 Pressure CH2
5.2.15 Temperature Compensation CH2
5.2.16 Table Temp. CH1
5.2.16.1 Delta_t xxC

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5.3 Analogue Data


5.3.1 Thresholds
5.3.1.1 Current max.
5.3.1.2 Control Voltage max.
5.3.1.3 Control Voltage min.
5.3.1.4 Temperature max.
5.3.1.5 Temperature min.
5.3.1.6 Pressure max.
5.3.1.7 Pressure min.
5.3.2 CT Rated Current prim
5.3.3 CT Rated Current sec
5.3.4 Actual Control Voltage
5.3.5 Temperature
5.3.5.1 Value at 4 mA
5.3.5.2 Value at 20 mA

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5.3.6.1 Value at 4 mA
5.3.6.2 Value at 20 mA

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5.4 Alarms
5.4.1 Reset Obligatory
5.4.2 Lock-Out
5.4.3 Alarm List
5.4.3.1 Lock-out
5.4.3.2 Frequency min
5.4.3.3 Frequency max.
5.4.3.4 Current max. (peak)
5.4.3.5 Reference Voltage Failure
5.4.3.6 RTC Impulse Failure
5.4.3.7 Neutral intermediate
5.4.3.8 Neutral grounded
5.4.3.9 Neutral isolated
5.4.3.10 Selftest ERROR
5.4.3.11 Selftest CH1 ERROR
5.4.3.12 Selftest CH2 ERROR
5.4.3.13 Command Time CH1 min
5.4.3.14 Command Time CH2 min
5.4.3.15 Operating Time min
5.4.3.16 Operating Time max.
5.4.3.17 Drive mech. Failure
5.4.3.18 Archive Full
5.4.3.19 Archive Failure
5.4.3.20 Control Voltage min
5.4.3.21 Control Voltage max.
5.4.3.22 Temperature min
5.4.3.23 Temperature max.
5.4.3.24 Temp. Transducer Fault
5.4.3.25 Pressure min
5.4.3.26 Pressure max.
5.4.3.27 Press. Transducer Fault

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5.5 Measurement
5.5.1 Current Graphs
5.5.2 Measured Times
5.5.2.1 Command OUT
5.5.2.2 CB Signal received
5.5.2.3 Calculated Operating Time
5.5.2.4 Measured Operating Time
5.5.3 Frequency
5.5.4 Current (RMS)
5.5.5 Control Voltage
5.5.6 Actual Temperature
5.5.7 Temperature for Compensation
5.5.8 Additional Operating Times
5.5.8.1 Voltage CH1
5.5.8.2 Voltage CH2
5.5.8.3 Temperature CH1
5.5.8.4 Temperature CH2
5.5.8.5 Pressure CH1
5.5.8.6 Pressure CH2

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5.5.9 Pressure (L1/L2/L3)


5.5.10 Pressure (L1)

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5.6 Auxiliary functions


5.6.1 Alarm Input
5.6.2 Alarm Output
5.6.3 Error Type

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5.7 Switching archive

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6 COMMISSIONING

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6.1 Commissioning preliminaries


6.1.1 Settings
6.1.1.1 Factory Settings
6.1.1.2 Necessary Settings
6.1.2 Inspection
6.1.3 First operation

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1.

IN GENERAL

1.1. Handling of electronic equipment


A person can cause an electronic potential of many thousands of volts.
When this potential is discharged into appliances with semiconductor components,
serious damage can occur which is not immediately evident, but can still impair
operational reliability.
The electronic switching circuit of the RPH2 Point-on-Wave Controller meets all the
requirements concerning electromagnetic compatibility in accordance with the
EN 50 081-1/1992 and EN 50 082-2/1995.
Care is necessary only if the plug-in unit is pulled out of the casing. Take care not to
touch the plug contact on the back! For storing and transporting loose plug-in units, we
recommend a conductive fail packaging.
As soon as the plug-in unit is properly installed in the casing, no safety measures are
necessary at all.

1.2. Unpacking
Despite the general robust construction of the Point-on-Wave Controller, it must be
handled with care before installation. Before accepting the Point-on-Wave Controller it
should be checked for damage which could have originated during transportation. If
you have cause for complaint, please refer to the transport company and notify a
person responsible at ALSTOM Grid.

1.3. Storage
If the Point-on-Wave Controller is not to be installed immediately upon receipt, it should
be stored in a place which is free of dust and moisture, in its original packaging. If a
moisture-absorption bag is in the packaging, leave it as it is. The effectiveness of the
drying agent is impaired if the non-protected bag is subjected to the surrounding
conditions.
Before the Point-on-Wave Controller is placed in the box again, warm the drying bag
slightly in order to regenerate the drying agent.
Storage temperature: -40 C to +70 C

1.4. Installation
The RPH2 Point-on-Wave Controller can either be installed in a switchboard or a
suitable frame with the provided material (panel cut-out see diagram 58.001.115), or a
special fitting is available for wall mounting (see diagram 58.001.116).

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We suggest the control room or the relays room as the most favourable installation site.
Installation in a heated outdoor control cubicle is also possible. Installation directly in
the operating mechanism of a circuit breaker is not provided for (please contact
ALSTOM Grid regarding this).
The position should be well lit in order to make inspections easier.
Wiring is carried out according to the wiring diagram which is enclosed with every
Point-on-Wave Controller. Take care to earth the housing appropriately.

1.5. Technical data


supply voltage
Nominal:
48 V - 250 VDC
(= CB trip coil voltage):
Operative range:
35 V - 300 VDC
special power supply for 48 V -44 % ANSI-Standard available
power consumption:
< 20 W
reference voltage (L1/N):

Nominal:
Operative range:

rated frequency:
power consumption of measuring inputs:

100/3 V; 220/3 V AC
15 V -105 VAC; 30 V - 250 VAC
16 2/3 / 50 / 60 Hz 10 %
< 2 VA

maximum permissible current of CB trip coil:


minimum command time:
polarity of command impulse:
resolution of time setting:
accuracy of switching times over
temperature range -55 C to +55 C

14.5 A/ phase for 1 sec.


100 ms
positive
0.1 ms

current inputs:
rated short time current:
accuracy of current measurement

1 A and 5 A
100 x In / 1 s
10% (0.5 In ... 4 In)

measurement control voltage


input temperature measurement:
input pressure measurement:
accuracy of measurement by RPH2:
control voltage
ambient temperature
hydraulic pressure

internal
4...20 mA of Pt 100
4...20 mA of pressure sensor

signalling inputs:
(e.g. CB or neutral ground disconnector position,
CB aux. contacts, external reset)

potential free contacts required

indication outputs:
contact rating

potential free contacts


24-250 V AC/DC 25 %,
max. 70 VA/ max. 3 A

communication port:

RS 232, DC decoupled

0.3 ms

3%
3%
3%

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2.

INTRODUCTION

2.1. Using the handbook


This handbook will guide the user through the setting-up procedure for the Point-onWave Controller.
It explains the additional functions of this appliance, and how they are selected and
used. In addition, some examples of its usage are given, the theory behind it examined
and explained, and which circuit breaker and main data are absolutely necessary for
operation.
The handbook shows the complete list of all menu points with cross-references to the
chapter with the accompanying descriptions. The menu point order for the individual
modules is shown on this list as well.
Notes on checking and commissioning are given in the last chapter.

2.2. Models available, Assembly


The RPH2 is available in 2 basic models:
RPH2-1xx:
for one switching function (closing or opening alternatively)
RPH2-2xx:
for 2 switching functions
channel 1 for closing, channel 2 for opening
(only when using the given switching programs)
The 7 alarm LED's are active, however there is only one alarm contact (Alarm 1)
available. In addition, there is an alarm contact "Device not ready".
The RPH2 Point-on-Wave Controller is assembled in a modular system. The function
can be extended through the combination of various modules. Extending the function at
a later date is only possible by the manufacturer.
The casing is a standard 19 inch sub-rack, with half width for one device or
alternatively with full width for 2 devices. After removing the 4 external screws of the
front panel, the plug-in unit on the grip rail can be removed from the housing. Safety
notes see 1.1.

2.3. Additional modules


2.3.1. Signal module: Option S
This module offers 6 alarm outputs (alarm 2 to alarm 7) and 6 optoelectronic coupler
inputs. Inputs 1-3 serve as circuit breaker monitors via its auxiliary contacts. With this the
pole operating times can be measured. Resolution 0.5 ms.
Input 4 serves as an input for a remote-reset. Inputs 5 and 6 are not in use at present.
A further input is used for synchronizing with a radio clock. It can be switched in parallel
with other Point-on-Wave Controllers.

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2.3.2. Current measurement module: Option I


With this the phase currents during the switching process can be recorded and
graphically displayed. Data from the last 4 switching operations (curves, amplitudes) are
stored in a non volatile memory and can be analysed on the display. Primary values are
shown after feeding in the current transformer ratios.

2.3.3. Analogue module: Option A


Independent of the breaking system and the kind of operating mechanism, the operating
times of a circuit breaker change in dependence on certain service parameters:
With reduced control voltage at the circuit breaker coil there is less energy available to
change the electrical control commands into a mechanical action. The operating time
extends itself. (Valid for all types of operations.)
By altering the hydraulic pressure on hydraulic drives, the energy available to carry out
the switching movement changes.
The ambient temperature is the most complex parameter of influence. The electrical
resistance of the trip coils, the oil viscosity and the pressure of the SF6 gas are
dependent on the temperature. In addition, changes of length in the driving linkage and
the porcelains occur. All these parameters influence the operating time in different ways.
In the extreme, each of these 3 parameters can alter the operating time by some
milliseconds. The RPH2 with option A is in the position to compensate these operating
time alterations.
There are inputs available for the measurements acquired when measuring the control
voltage, pressure and temperature for the compensation of pole operating times.
The control voltage is measured directly in the RPH2 at the input terminals for the
auxiliary voltage. There are no external measuring devices necessary.
For measuring pressure and temperature, external sensors with integrated transducer
banks (2 conductor constructions, auxiliary voltage 24 VDC) and standard output signal
(4...20 mA) are necessary. The supply for the transducer bank is effected by the RPH2.
Up to 8 RPH2's can be switched in parallel on one temperature sensor. When measuring
pressure, an individual transducer is necessary for each circuit breaker (option A1) or
each circuit breaker pole (option A3). The measuring range of the measuring
instruments depends on the requirements and can be simply parameterized in the
RPH2.
Three types of this additional module are available:
2.3.3.1. Option A0
Measuring and compensation of control voltage and temperature (for springloaded
drives)

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2.3.3.2. Option A1
Same design as 2.3.3.1, however with additional measurement and compensation for
hydraulic pressure (for hydraulic drives which have a mutual pressure generation for all
three poles).
2.3.3.3. Option A3
Like 2.3.3.2, however for circuit breakers which have pressure generation per pole.
2.3.3.4. List of available models
RPH2-1
RPH2-2

RPH2-1S
RPH2-2S

RPH2-1I
RPH2-2I

RPH2-1A0
RPH2-2A0

RPH2-1A1
RPH2-2A1

RPH2-1A3
RPH2-2A3

RPH2-1SI
RPH2-2SI

RPH2-1SA0
RPH2-2SA0

RPH2-1SA1
RPH2-2SA1

RPH2-1SA3
RPH2-2SA3

RPH2-1SIA0 RPH2-1SIA1 RPH2-1SIA3


RPH2-2SIA0 RPH2-2SIA1 RPH2-2SIA3

2.4. Elements on the front of the device


The device identification is located on the right side of the grip rail. The top line shows
the model variation code and the serial number is located on the line beneath.
With any queries or questions please state both numbers.

2.4.1. Graphic display


To show the adjusted and measured values.
The top line shows each active menu point. Underneath four menu lines appear. The
last line (under the drawn line) is the status line. The feed in or measured values appear
here.
The digits which are pressed into the front panel underneath the display indicate the
positions for setting the alarms.

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2.4.1.1 Setting Contrast of LC-Display


Turn key-operated switch to OFF.
Press the [Enter] button and hold it.
Turn the key-operated switch to OPERATION.
The contrast changes within its limits from dark to light.
When the optimal contrast for your requirements is reached, release the [Enter] button.

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Note: The whole contrast-range of the display is adjustable. Therefore the display
becomes nearly transparent or dark respectively for a moment. The selected contrast is
stored in a non-volatile memory.

2.4.2. Key-operated switch


2.4.2.1. Position "OFF"
The RPH2 is blocked. No switching operation is possible. The green LED "READY" is
extinguished and the alarm contact "Device not Ready" (-X6: 12/13) closes.
2.4.2.2. Position "OPERATION"
After switching to this position the device carries out an internal test. After the averaging
of the analogue measured values (pressure, temperature, control voltage) is completed
(it takes approx. 20 sec.) and no failure is present, the device switches to "OPERATION"
and the green LED "READY" lights up. The alarm contact "Device not ready" (-X6:
12/13) opens.

2.4.3. LED indicators


2.4.3.1.LED "READY" (green)
Status
Steady light

Function
The device is ready for operation

Dark

Key-operated switch in "OFF" position


Averaging of analogue measured values is still not
completed (see 1.2) Voltage reference is missing or
frequency is not in the permitted range (10 %)
The device has identified an internal failure.

Blinking

The password is activated, the device can be


parameterized. All functions are active.

2.4.3.2.LED 1 to 7 (red)
To show the parameterized alarms. The LED's are assigned to the alarm relays 1 to 7.
Next to the LED's is a window in which the user's message texts can be placed. For a
withdrawn cassette, the input tag with the texts is inserted from the top behind the front.
As insert use a sheet of paper 41 mm x 90 mm.
Status
Steady light

Function
An alarm has occurred. The LED remains alight until
the alarm is active (regardless of whether the "Quitt"
button has been pressed). As long as the LED is
alight, the affiliated output relay is also activated.

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Status
Blinking

Function
An alarm has occurred which is marked as Rest
obligatory
After pressing the "Quitt" button two possibilities arise:
1) The LED extinguishes, i.e. the alarm was no longer
active when reseted, the output relay is released.
2) The indicator switches over to permanent light, i.e.
the alarm is still active, the output relay remains
energized.
As long as the LED is alight or blinks, the affiliated output relay is energized.

2.4.4. Keys
[Enter]
[+]
[-]
[Esc]
[Quitt]

Menu point open / confirm


Cursor up / increase value
Cursor down / decrease value
Leave menu point / break-off action
Acknowledge alarm / alter current scale (together with [+] or [-])

2.4.5. Serial interface


To connect the RPH2 to a computer via a standard interface cable.
Pinning of connection cable (Nullmodem Cable):
PC Serial Port

RPH2 Serial Port

PC Serial Port

RPH2 Serial Port

9 pin plug

9 pin plug

25 pin plug

9 pin plug

2.5. Menu system


The user surface is organized in several master menu points, each with linked submenu points. For their part, the sub-menus can contain further sub-menus. The last line
(under the drawn line) is the status line. Adjusted or measured values are shown here.
The menu structure depends on the RPH2 configuration, e.g. with a device without a
current measuring module (option I) menu points are not available which are connected
with his function. There are menu cells which can only be read and others where an
alteration to the setting can be carried out.
Changes are only possible after the password has been activated.
After feeding the auxiliary voltage, the first four lines of the master menu (1st plane)
appear on the display. Move the menu cursor (black triangle on the left side of the
display) up and down using the [+] an[-] keys. The first four lines of the 2nd plane are
shown after pressing [Enter]. Analogues are also valid for the 3rd plane. The menu

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cursor is moved again using [+] or [-]. The contents of the cells are shown in the status
line. If a value is to be altered, move the menu cursor to the desired plane and line.
After pressing [Enter], a blinking cursor appears under the first status line position.
Change this position using [+] or [-]. [Enter] moves the cursor right to the next position.
With [Esc] the input mode can be left at any time without storing the changes made.
After feeding in the last position the message

Accept: YES - NO
appears in the status line.
The input is confirmed with [Enter]. The new value is stored and the menu cursor
appears. [Esc] enables the input procedure to be repeated.
After completing the input, turn the key-operated switch to "OFF" and then to
"OPERATION" or start the selftest via the menu. After the selftest the data in the
system is accepted.
The following pages show a list of all the available menu points. The cross-references
to the chapter with the detailed function description are in the column "Chapt.".
The column "Module" shows with which model variation this menu is available.
The following coding system applies:
-1
RPH2 with one switching function
-2
RPH2 with two switching functions
Ax
Analogue module in all models with module A
A1
Analogue module, e.g. Option 1
I
Current measuring module Option I
S
Signal module Option S
Menu points without a particular task are available on all models.

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2.5.1. Menu structure


Chapter Module
5.1
5.1.1
5.1.2
5.1.3
Ax
5.1.4
Ax
5.1.5.
5.1.5.1
5.1.6
-1
5.1.7
5.1.8
5.1.9
5.1.10
5.1.11

Level 1
System Data

5.2
5.2.1
5.2.2
5.2.3
5.2.4
5.2.5
5.2.6
5.2.7
5.2.7.1
5.2.7.2
5.2.7.3
5.2.7.4
5.2.8
5.2.9
5.2.10
5.2.11
5.2.12
5.2.12.1
5.2.13
5.2.14
5.2.15
5.2.16
5.2.16.1
5.3
5.3.1
5.3.1.1
5.3.1.2
5.3.1.3
5.3.1.4
5.3.1.5
5.3.1.6
5.3.1.7
5.3.2
5.3.3

CB Data

Level 2

Level 3

Password
System Frequency
Control Voltage
Rated Pressure
Switching Program
User Program
Function CH1
Language
Time/Date
New Password
Selftest Start
Selftest Interval

Operating Time CH1


Operating Time CH2
Arcing Time CH1
Arcing Time CH2
Aux.Timeshift CH1
Aux.Timeshift CH2
Adaptive Control ->

S
S
SAx
SAx
SAx
SAx
SAx
Ax
Ax
A1,A3
Ax
Ax
Ax
Ax
A1,A3
Ax
Ax
Ax

Weighting Factor
Adaptive Times CH1
Adaptive Times CH2
Reset Adaptive Times
Compensation
kU1 Voltage CH1
kP1 Pressure CH1
Temp. Comp. CH1
Table Temp. CH1 ->
Delta_t xxC
kU2 Voltage CH2
kP2 Pressure CH2
Temp. Comp. CH2
Table Temp. CH2 ->
Delta_t xxC
Analogue Data
Thresholds

I
Ax
Ax
Ax
Ax
A1,A3
A1,A3
I
I

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Current max (peak)


Control Voltage max
Control Voltage min
Temperature max
Temperature min
Pressure max
Pressure min
Rated Curr. prim
Rated Curr. sec

Chapter Module

5.3.4
5.3.5
5.3.5.1
5.3.5.2
5.3.6
5.3.6.1
5.3.6.2
5.4
5.4.1
5.4.2
5.4.3
5.4.3.1
5.4.3.2
5.4.3.3
5.4.3.4
5.4.3.5
5.4.3.6
5.4.3.7
5.4.3.8
5.4.3.9
5.4.3.10
5.4.3.11
5.4.3.12
5.4.3.13
5.4.3.14
5.4.3.15
5.4.3.16
5.4.3.17
5.4.3.18
5.4.3.19
5.4.3.20
5.4.3.21
5.4.3.22
5.4.3.23
5.4.3.24
5.4.3.25
5.4.2.26
5.4.3.27
5.5
5.5.1
5.5.2
5.5.2.1
5.5.2.2
5.5.2.3
5.5.2.4
5.5.3
5.5.4
5.5.5

Level 1
Analogue Data
(contin.)

Ax
Ax
Ax
Ax
A1,A3
A1,A3
A1,A3

Level 2

Level 3

Actual Contr. Voltage


Temperature
Value at 4 mA
Value at 20 mA
Pressure
Value at 4 mA
Value at 20 mA
Alarms
Reset obligatory
Lock-out
Alarm List
Lock-out
Frequency min
Frequency max
Current max (peak)
Ref. Voltage Failure
RTC Impulse Failure
Neutral intermediate
Neutral grounded
Neutral isolated
Selftest ERROR
Selftest CH1 ERROR
Selftest CH2 ERROR
Command Time CH1 min
Command Time CH2 min
Operating Time min
Operating Time max
Drive Mech. Failure
Archive Full
Archive Failure
Control Voltage min
Control Voltage max
Temperature min
Temperature max
Temp. Transd. Fault
Pressure min
Pressure max
Pressure Transd. Fault

I
S

-2
-2
S
S
S

Ax
Ax
Ax
Ax
Ax
A1,A3
A1,A3
A1,A3
Measurement
I

Current Graphs
Measured Times
Command OUT
CB Signal received
Calculated Op. Time
Measured Op. Time

S
Ax
S
I
Ax

Frequency
Current (RMS)
Control Voltage

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Chapter Module
5.5.6
5.5.7
5.5.8
5.5.8.1
5.5.8.2
5.5.8.3
5.5.8.4
5.5.8.5
5.5.8.6
5.5.9
5.5.10
5.6
5.6.1
5.6.2
5.6.3
5.7

3.

Level 1
Measurement (contin.)

Ax
Ax
Ax
Ax
Ax
Ax
Ax
A1,A3
A1,A3
A3
A1

Level 2

Level 3

Temperature
Temperature f. Comp
Additional Op. Times
Voltage CH1
Voltage CH 2
Temperature CH1
Temperature CH2
Pressure CH1
Pressure CH2
Pressure (L1/L2/L3)
Pressure (L1)
Aux. Functions

S
S

Alarm Output
Alarm Input
Error Type
Switching Archive

APPLICATION NOTES

3.1. General Description of the Functions


The RPH2 Point-on-Wave Controller is a three-phase control device for circuit breakers
with single pole drives. It can be used for both the energizing and de-energizing of high
voltage devices.

3.1.1. Synchronized switching


3.1.1.1. Closing
Energizing of transformers, reactors and capacitors is normally effected three-pole - for
all 3 phases simultaneously. In doing this the point on wave is left up to chance. If
closing is carried out in this manner, high inrush currents with high DC components are
unavoidable. When energizing capacitors additional high switching surges can occur.
The results are unwanted operation of protection devices and repercussions on
machines and network.
The inrush currents and switching surges can be reduced to an acceptable rate by
installing closing resistors at the circuit breaker. The costs for such closing resistors are
very high, due to the mechanical expenditure. Besides, the necessarily high energetic
absorbtivity of the resistor material sets relatively restricted limits of practicability.
By selecting a suitable switching time the physical causes of these high inrush currents
can be counteracted. This possibility is effected through synchronized switching with the
RPH2. This enables the three poles of a circuit breaker to be controlled independently.

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3.1.1.2. Opening
The de-energizing of shunt reactors is a critical process liable to generate re-ignitions
between circuit breaker contacts. This means very high stress for the insulation of both
the shunt reactor and the circuit breaker.
If the contact separation takes place a sufficient amount of time before the current zero
crossing through suitable circuit breaker control, to ensure a gap capable of withstanding
the transient recovery voltage at interruption.

3.1.2. Circuit breaker


The mechanical closing time of the circuit breaker is defined as the time between the
electrical command to the operating coil and touching of the main contacts.
On the other hand, the opening time is the time between the electrical command and the
separation of the main contacts. The operating times of circuit breakers, independent of
the breaking system and the type of operating mechanism, changes in dependence on
certain service parameters:
With reduced control voltage at the operating coil there is less energy available to
change the electrical control commands into a mechanical action. The operating
time extends itself. (Valid for all types of operating drives.)
By altering the hydraulic pressure on hydraulic drives, the energy available to carry
out the switching movement changes.
The ambient temperature is the most complex parameter of influence. The electrical
resistance of the operating coils, the oil viscosity and the pressure of the SF6 gas
are all dependent on the temperature. Moreover, there is expansion of operating
rods and porcelains. All these parameters influence the operating time in different
ways.
In the extreme, each of these 3 parameters can alter the operating time by some
milliseconds. The RPH2 is in the position to compensate these operating time variations.

3.1.3. RPH2 structure


The outstanding features of the RPH2 are:
Microprocessor control with a switching command time resolution of 0,1 ms.
Large graphic display to show the adjusted and measured values ( in German,
English and French or user defined language)
Easy setting via keypad or PC interface.
Analogue module for measuring control voltage, pressure and temperature, for the
compensation of changes in operating time.

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Current measuring function for the graphic display of the line currents during
switching.
Extensive alarm functions
Two switching functions (CLOSING and OPENING) with one device are possible.
Switching programs with fixed switching times for the most frequent applications.
A free program is available for special user-defined applications (e.g. switching
unloaded lines).
Extensive archive function. The most important data for the last 1000 operations are
stored in a non-volatile memory and are available for diagnostic purposes.
Comfortable PC software for setting and read-out archive data. All data can be
stored and printed out. If the user cannot find sufficiency with the three languages
mentioned previously, then the display can be translated into the user's national
language using PC software.
Compact housing for flush mounting or wall mounting.

3.1.4. Function of the RPH2


The phase-synchronous trigger-signal is taken from the network voltage (phase L1). The
trigger-signal is based on the voltage-zeros of the reference voltage.
The network voltage is also used as a reference for circuit opening. The amount of
phase shift between current and voltage is almost always +90el. or -90el. (A deviation
of 1el. creates a variation of 0,06 ms of the switching point.)
The controller's mode of operation shown below. The diagrams are only single-phased
and shown without transient effects which may possibly occur.
3.1.4.1. Energizing of an inductive load in the voltage maximum (Fig. 1)
At any point on wave whatever, the control impulse is given to the RPH2 (1). The next
voltage zero crossing is the internal synchronizing impulse (2). Depending on the given
operating time for the respective pole, a time delay t_d is calculated so that current starts
at the required time (3). Through the unavoidable pre-arcing in the circuit breaker pole
the current begins before actually touching the contacts. Contact touching happens at
the pre-arcing time after the voltage maximum (optimum switching time). The required
pre-arcing time t_arc is separately adjustable for all three phases. The two other phases
are controlled in the same (independent) manner.

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Figure 1
2
System
voltage

3
Current

t arc
CB-ON

command
t d

to RPH2

CB operating time

Command
by RPH2

4
CB main
contact

t_arc...pre-arcing time of CB
t_d... delay time of RPH2

time

3.1.4.2. Breaking of an inductive current


At any point on wave whatever, the control impulse is given to the RPH2 (1). The next
voltage zero crossing is the internal synchronizing impulse (2). Depending on the given
operating time for the respective pole, a time delay t_d is calculated so that contact
separation occurs at the required time (3). In the time between contact separation and
the following current zero crossing, the contacts have separated so far that after the
current breaking in the zero crossing (4),an adequate contact gap exists to withstand the
transient recovery voltage. The required arcing time t_arc is separately adjustable for all
three phases. The two other phases are controlled in the same (independent) manner.
Figure 2
2
System
voltage

3
4
Current

t_arc
CB-OFF

command
to RPH2

t_d

CB operating time

Command
by RPH2

CB main
contact

t_arc...arcing time of CB

time

t_d ...delay time of RPH2

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Whether the system neutral is grounded or isolated, the RPH2 registers the signal
contacts of the neutral earthingswitch and automatically selects the correct switching
time.
3.1.4.3. Switching program
The RPH2 already has several preconfigured switching programs for various uses.
The treatment of the system neutral of the network is automatically taken into
consideration.
The trigger point for the switching times is the beginning of the period that is
determinated by the zero crossing of the voltage L1-N (reference voltage). The given
delay times in table 1 are given in milliseconds after the trigger point. They show the
moment where current flow begins or ends (point (4) in figures 1 and 2). The RPH2
automatically takes pre-arcing and breaking times into account.
The following programs are available:
Transformer (transformer, transformer bank, three-core reactor)
Reactor (reactor group)
Capacitor bank
Free program
The following table is based on a phase sequence of the network of
L1= reference
L2= reference - 120
L3= reference - 240
Table 1: Delay times of the various switching programs.
Switching programs
Transformer

Neutral
GROUNDED
ISOLATED

Reactor

GROUNDED
ISOLATED

Capacitor

GROUNDED
ISOLATED

Operation
CLOSING
OPENING
CLOSING
OPENING
CLOSING
OPENING
CLOSING
OPENING
CLOSING
OPENING
CLOSING
OPENING

L1
5 (4.2)
5 (4.2)
5 (4.2)
5 (4.2)
5 (4.2)
5 (4.2)
5 (4.2)
5 (4.2)
0
5 (4.2)
10 (8.3)
5 (4.2)

Delay time
L2
10 (8.3)
1.7 (1.4)
0
10 (8.3)
1.7 (1.4)
1.7 (1.4)
0
10 (8.3)
6.7 (5.6)
1.7 (1.4)
5 (4.2)
10 (8.3)

L3
10 (8.3)
8.3 (6.9)
0
10 (8.3)
8.3 (6.9)
8.3 (6.9)
0
10 (8.3)
3.3 (2.8)
8.3 (6.9)
5 (4.2)
10 (8.3)

Values in () for 60 Hz.


The free program enables the user to select whatever switching time for both switching
functions (if available) and for both types of neutral treatment.

3.2. Switching of Transformers and Reactors


For this switching task select the program "Transformer" in the menu [System Data]
[Switching Program]. The switching times are specified as seen in table 1.
For transformers with primary windings in delta connection the program for isolated
neutral must be used (short circuit the terminals -X6:8 with -X8:11 of the RPH2).

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3.2.1. Closing
3.2.1.1. Networks with grounded Neutral
Circuit breaker closing takes place in the voltage peak in order to prevent transient
processes. With earthed-neutral networks the obvious thing to do would be to switch
offset the three phases L1, L2 and L3 in their respective voltage peak, i.e. timewise each
one about a third of the period. Due to the mutual coupling of the individual phases (via
the iron core in three-core transformers or via the low-voltage winding in transformer
banks) this switching sequence did not have the desired effect. The first phase L1 is
closed in the voltage peak (a quarter period after the voltage zero crossing of the
reference voltage L1-N). Because the first phase is laid to nominal voltage, the flux in the
relevant core rises also to its nominal value. This flux closes via both the remaining, nongenerated cores, to each a half. If closing of the two remaining phases occurs a quarter
period after the first, current flow can start immediately and without transient process
(switching sequence L1-L2+L3).
3.2.1.2. Networks with isolated Neutral
With an isolated neutral, closing of one phase makes no sense. Two phases must be
closed first (L2 and L3) and the obvious thing to do would be to select for the switching
time the voltage peak of the phase to phase voltage (i.e. zero crossing of the reference
voltage L1-N). Switching on the third phase occurs about a quarter period later, at the
peak of voltage L1 (switching sequence L2+L3-L1).

3.2.2. Opening
For switching off transformers and three leg reactors with the RPH2, please read point
3.3.2 "Switching off Reactor Groups".

3.2.3. Data on circuit breaker required


The following data on the circuit breaker are absolutely necessary to operate the RPH2:
The mechanical closing and/or opening operating time of the three circuit breaker poles
(see 3.1.2 for definition). Accuracy about 0,1 ms.
3.2.3.1. Closing
For closing at the correct time, the pre-arcing time of the breaker at the closing voltage
(see table 2) according to the phases and the treatment of the system neutral.
Table 2: Closing Voltage (Un= system voltage (rms.))
Phase
Neutral Grounded Neutral Isolated
L1
(2/3)*Un
1.5*(2/3)*Un
L2
*2*Un
*2*Un
L3
*2*Un
*2*Un
If the exact value cannot be obtained from the breaker manufacturer, the optimum
closing time can be determined through switching tests with oscillographical
measurements of the inrush currents. For RPH2 with option I, the inrush currents are
directly shown by the device (curve course and peak value). For the tests it is advisable

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to begin with an assumed pre-arcing time of 3 ms at (2/3)*Un, 2.5 ms at *2*Un and


4.5 ms at 1.5*(2/3)*Un.
3.2.3.2. Opening
Data of the optimum arcing time in order to guarantee a sure current breaking in the next
zero crossing.
See 3.3.3 for further information

3.2.4. Necessary Switching Time Accuracy


With regard to the accuracy of the switching time, closing in the voltage peak is not so
critical. By closing at 1 ms before or after the peak, the voltage still amounts to 95 % of
the peak value, at 2 ms at least 81 % (valid for 50 Hz).
Therefore an accuracy of 2 ms at 50 Hz or 60 Hz is sufficient.
See 3.3.4 for opening values

3.3. Switching of Reactor Groups


For this switching task select the program "Reactor" in the menu [System Data]
[Switching Program]. The switching times are specified as seen in table 1.
If the RPH2 is only to be used for opening, then this program can also be used to
switch three core reactors (switching moments are identical to the transformer
program).

3.3.1. Closing
3.3.1.1. Networks with grounded Neutral
Closing takes place in the voltage peak in order to prevent transient processes. With
grounded neutral networks the three phases L1, L2 and L3 are closed in their respective
voltage peak, i.e. timewise each one offset about a third of the period, as there is no
coupling between the phases (switching sequence L2-L1-L3).
3.3.1.2. Networks with isolated Neutral
Closing runs according to the same principles as in the program for transformers (see
3.2.1.2).

3.3.2. Opening
Breaking of small inductive currents, as is with reactors, can lead to high switching
surges if current chopping or restriking in the circuit breaker occurs.
Contact separation should take place a sufficient time before current zero crossing so
that after current breaking the contact gap is great enough to withstand the recovery
voltage. The switching times given in table 1, indicate the moment of current breaking.
The necessary arcing window is taken into account by the RPH2 through the arcing
time.

3.3.3. Data on circuit breaker required


The following data on the circuit breaker are absolutely necessary to operate the RPH2:

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The mechanical closing and/or opening operating time of the three circuit breaker poles
(see 3.1.2 for definition). Accuracy about 0,1 ms.
3.3.3.1. Closing
The pre-arcing times of the circuit breaker must be known.
Pre-arcing time of the breaker in the voltage peak: equal value for all three phases
with grounded neutral or for phase L1 with isolated neutral.
Pre-arcing time with partial voltage: for phases L2 and L3 with isolated neutral (see
table 2)
3.3.3.2. Opening
The optimum arcing time input determines the arcing window for a secure current
breaking, free from restrikes, in the next zero crossing. The value is given by the breaker
manufacturer.
In order not to come into conflict with unavoidable operating time tolerances, contact
separation should begin 1,5 ms after zero crossing at the earliest, i.e. do not select an
arcing time of longer than 8,5 ms (6,8 ms at 60 Hz). About a quarter period as arcing
time is regarded as standard time.

3.3.4. Necessary Switching Time Accuracy


For circuit breaker closing, point 3.2.4 applies (standard value 2 ms).
For circuit breaker opening, the breaker should achieve an operating time accuracy
of 1,5 ms.

3.4. Switching of unloaded Capacitors


For this switching task select the program "Capacitor" in the menu [System Data]
[Switching Program]. The switching times are specified as seen in table 1.

3.4.1. Closing
High inrush currents and high voltage surges can occur with the random switching of
capacitors, especially if switching takes place in the voltage peak. The effects of parallel
switching of capacitors is particularly serious. Particularly high voltage surges can occur,
due to reflections at the end of radial networks.
3.4.1.1. Networks with grounded Neutral
Closing takes place in the voltage zero crossing of the related phase-to earth voltage,
i.e. all phases offset one third of the period (switching sequence L1-L3-L2).
3.4.1.2. Networks with isolated Neutral
As a unipolar switching makes no sense, two phases are simultaneously closed in the
voltage zero crossing of their phase to phase voltage. The third phase follows a quarter
period later (switching sequence L2+L3-L1).

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3.4.2. Opening
In general, breaking of capacitive currents represents no problem for modern circuit
breakers. If the RPH2 is used for the synchronized switching of capacitor banks, then
the same applies as in 3.3.2, i.e. contact separation in sufficient time before voltage zero
crossing.

3.4.3. Data on circuit breaker required


The following data on the circuit breaker are absolutely necessary to operate the RPH2:
The mechanical closing and/or opening operating time of the three poles (see 3.1.2 for
definition). Accuracy about 0,1 ms.
In order to achieve the necessary accuracy when closing in the voltage zero crossing,
the rate of fall of the withstand voltage (dUd/dt) of the breaker should be greater than the
rate of change of the gap voltage at voltage zero (dU/dt). Figure 3 shows three possible
cases.

The rate of fall of the breakers withstand voltage (dUd/dt) is less than the rate of
fall of the system voltage (dU/dt).
dUd/dt < dU/dt, k<1.
The breaker can be used for this application if dUd/dt > 0.8*dU/dt. In this case
please contact the manufacturer of the breaker for calculation of the pre-arcing
times.

The rate of fall of the breakers withstand voltage (dUd/dt) is equal to the rate of fall
of the system voltage (dU/dt).
dUd/dt = dU/dt, k=1.

The rate of fall of the breakers withstand voltage (dUd/dt) is greater than the rate
of fall of the system voltage (dU/dt).
dUd/dt > dU/dt, k>1.

Figure 3

t
1 interrupter dielectric strength lower than dU/dt of system voltage
2 interrupter dielectric strength equal dU/dt of system voltage
3 interrupter dielectric strength greater than dU/dt of system voltage

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However, some pre-arcing may be inevitable due to variations in the closing time and
the spread in dielectric withstand. To minimise energizing transients, the closing should
aim at an instant, td, after the voltage zero (the RPH2 takes this into account through a
given arcing time). If data is not available from the breaker manufacturer, the pre-arcing
time can be approximated. Modern breakers have closing contact speeds of typical 5
m/s and a dielectric strength of more than 20 kV/mm. That results in a fall rate (dUd/dt)
of more than 100 kV/ms.
Figure 4 shows the voltage across the open contact gap and the withstand voltage fall
with varying closing times. The arcing time ta is calculated so that the withstand
voltage is approx. the same value as the upper and lower operating time tolerance.
Figure 4
Ud
u

Up
ta
T

T1
voltage across the open contact gap and withstand voltage
fall with varying closing time T 1T

The RPH2 arcing time setting can be calculated according to the following formulas.
Take note of the differing arcing times with isolated neutrals. The calculations must be
verified by switching tests.

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Note: The system voltage in the following formulas is related to one interrupting
chamber of the circuit breaker, take care in case of breakers with multiple interrupting
chambers!
The voltage across one interrupting chamber is calculated as follows where "m" is the
number of interrupting chambers of one pole:

1.05 m-1
Un = U system
m
Un [kV]

Un... Voltage for one interrupting chamber

system voltage (rms) for one interrupting chamber

2
[kV]
3
2
u'= Un
[kV]
2
u'= Un

peak value, neutral grounded, for all poles


peak value, neutral isolated, for the two
first poles L2 and L3

u'=1.5 Un

2
[kV]
3

peak value, neutral isolated, for the last


pole L1

dU
1
[kV/ ms]
= u'
dt
1000
dUd
[kV/ ms]
dt
dUd

dt
= k [p.u.]
dU

dt
T [ms]
T
)
sin(
1000 1000 [ms]
ta =
k
T
) u [kV]
Up = sin(
1000

rateof fall of system voltage


rate of fall of CB withstand voltage

see figure 3

variation of CB closing time


prearcing time set to RPH2
prearcing voltage

The following example demonstrates the calculation for the pre-arcing time for each
pole with various system neutral treatments.

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Example:
Un = 145 [kV]
u' = 118.4 [kV]
u' = 102.5 [kV]

system voltage (rms)


peak value, neutral grounded, for all poles
peak value, neutral isolated, for the two
first poles L2 and L3

u' = 177.6 [kV]


dU
= 37.2 [kV / ms]
dt
dU
= 32.2 [kV / ms]
dt

peak value, neutral isolated, for the last pole L1


rate of fall of system voltage, neutral grounded
rate of fall of system voltage, neutral isolated
(for the two first poles L2 and L3)

dU
= 558
. [kV / ms]
dt

rate of fall of system voltage, neutral isolated


(for the last pole L1)

dUd
= 100 [kV / ms]
dt
k = 2.7 [p. u.]
k = 3.1 [p. u.]
k = 1.8 [p. u.]
T = 1 [ms]
ta = 0.4 [ms]
ta = 0.3 [ms]
ta = 0.5 [ms]

rate of fall of CB withstand voltage


neutral grounded, for L1, L2, L3
neutral isolated, for L2, L3
neutral isolated, for L1
variation of CB closing time
neutral grounded, prearcing time set to RPH2
for all poles
neutral isolated, prearcing time set to RPH2
for poles L2 and L3
neutral isolated, prearcing time set to RPH2
for pole L1

3.4.4 Necessary Switching Time Accuracy


Capacitor energizing places the greatest demands on the breaker in reference to
operating time constancy. Every variation from the required switching time leads to a
higher withstand voltage value which causes greater surges and inrush currents.
Closing time variation should amount to 1 ms at the most. When this accuracy cannot
be maintained under all conditions, we recommend the use of the analogue module
option A to correct the operating time influences.
For closing, the switch should reach a operating time accuracy of 1,5 ms.

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3.5

Switching (closing) of uncharged Lines


Uncharged high voltage lines are to be fundamentally treated like capacitors. Due to
the inter-phase coupling the switching moments are not the same as for capacitor
banks. The RPH2 can also be used for auto-reclosing of uncompensated lines
equipped with inductive potential transformers. During the auto-reclose dead-time the
trapped charges on the line must be fully discharged by the inductive potential
transformers!
Whether the system neutral is earthed or isolated does not effect the switching
moments.
The RPH2 must be set to the [User Program] with the following settings (see also
5.1.5.1).
For [T_C1 Neutral isolated] and for [T_C1 Neutral grounded] the same values must be
set:
50 Hz:
L1 =
0 ms
L2 = 7.3 ms
L3 = 13.3 ms
60 Hz:
L1 =
0 ms
L2 = 6.1 ms
L3 = 11.1 ms

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FUNCTIONS OF THE ADDITIONAL MODULES

4.1

Signal Module: Option S

4.1.1 Alarm outputs


The module offers additional outlets (alarm 2 to 7). Each alarm contact corresponds
with the associated indicator-LED (LED 2 to 7) at the front. The allocation of the alarm
functions to the output contacts is user-defined. Many alarm functions can be laid to
one output. The procedure is described in chapter 5.

4.1.2 Opto coupler inputs


Opto coupler inputs with pre-defined functions are available.
4.1.2.1 Measuring the operating time
Three inputs serve to measure the operating time of the three poles via their auxiliary
contacts. (Resolution 0,5 ms). The circuit breaker auxiliary contacts signalling (contact
52a) works with an internal RPH2 voltage (48 VDC), i.e. potential-free contacts are
necessary. The necessary wiring is to be carried out according to the accompanying
wiring diagram.
Figure 5
CB main
contact

closing

CB aux.
contact

-t

CB main
contact

opening

CB aux.
contact

t
time

To compensate the time shift between the main contacts and the auxiliary contacts of
the breaker poles, the possibility exists to feed in a compensation time in order to
maintain the operating time as real value on the display and in the archives. Figure 5
shows the correlation as an example. If the auxiliary contact closes after the main
contact then the compensation time value. t is negative, if the auxiliary contact opens
before the main contact then a positive value results. If no possibility exists to measure
the time shift of the auxiliary contacts, this value can also be determined via the RPH2
within the time release limits.
Conditions:
The pole operating times given by the manufacturer are correctly fed in (see 5.1 and
5.2)

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The environmental conditions correspond approx. to the conditions when measuring


the pole operating times in the factory. With strong deviations in the environmental
conditions, the pole operating times must be measured again on site.
The RPH2 compensating function is deactivated (see 5.6).
The circuit breaker can be operated repeatedly without load (with opened busbar
disconnector.
Operate the circuit breaker via the RPH2 with channel 1.
Change to the menu [Measurement] / [Measured Times].
In the menu [Measured Op. Times] (Figure 6) the measured pole operating times
appear in the status line, including the main contact/auxiliary contact time shift.
Figure 6
Me a s u r
C o mm a
CB S i
Ca l c u
> Me a s u
146 . 5

d
n
g
l
r
1

L1

T i me s
OU T
a l Re c
t e d Op
d Op . T
5 . 6 14
12345
L2
L

d
n
a
e
4

Pole operating times:


e i v ed
. T i me s
i me
6 . 1ms
678
3

L1 = 139.3 ms
L2 = 138.7 ms
L3 = 139.6 ms

The value for "H-contact SK1 Diff" for every pole is calculated with:

[Aux. Timeshift CH1] = [Pole operating time] - [Measured Op. Time]


The input values in figure 7 are calculated with the values form figure 6 and .the values
of the pole operating times.
Figure 7
CB
A
A
> A
A
-

r
r
u
u
7

Da
c i
c i
x .
x .
. 2

t
n
n
T
T

a
g T
g T
i me
i me
- 6

L1

- >
i me CH 1
i me CH 2
s h i f t CH 1
s h i f t CH 2
. 9
- 6 . 5ms
12345678
L2
L3

Because the operating times are measured with a resolution of 0,5 ms, it is possibly
necessary to constitute the average value from several switching operations. Feed in
the determined values under [CB Data] / [Aux. Timeshift CH1] (figure 7) and check the
measured operating times as described above. A further compensation is possibly
necessary.

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Check in all cases that the measured operating time corresponds with actual operating
times of the circuit breaker. This is essential for using the function of the adaptive
control !
For devices with two switching functions (RPH2-2), repeat the procedure for the
second switching channel too.
4.1.2.2 Remote reset
An input for remote reset is available. A potential-free contact (closer) is necessary as
control device. Drive takes place with the RPH2 intern 48 VDC voltage.
4.1.2.3 Real time clock synchronization
A further input is for synchronizing with a radio clock. It can be parallel switched with
other synchronized control devices. A potential-free contact is necessary.

4.2

Analogue Module: Option A


With this module the influence of environmental parameters on the pole operating time
can be compensated. External sensors are necessary for pressure and temperature
measurement. Control voltage, pressure and temperature are continually measured.
The voltage and pressure values are immediately available for the calculation of
compensation times. The shown vales in the menus [Measured value/Control voltage]
and [Measured value/Pressure] are the basic calculating factors.
An average value formation is carried out for temperature compensation.
Update takes place every two hours. The stored temperature value is compared with
the measured value and the stored temperature is compensated by half the difference
(figure 8). In the menu [Measured value/Temperature] the actual measured
temperature is shown, in the menu [Measured value/Temperature f. Comp.] the
average is shown which is effective for compensation.
Figure 8

ambient temperature

temperature for compensation

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In the menu [Measured value/Compensation] each of the actual additional times are
shown. After the key-operated switch is turned form "OFF" to "OPERATION", the RPH2
carries out an automatic check and all analogue measured values for compensation
are set at the actual measured value.

4.2.1 Control Voltage Compensation


Measuring the control voltage is done internally in the RPH2 and no additional
equipment is necessary. The RPH2 calculates the additional times for operating time
compensation according to a function with an open parameter. By fixing these
parameters the compensation function can be suited to the character of the power
switch. Calculation for opening and closing takes place separately. The parameter kU1
works for switching channel 1, kU2 for switching channel 2 (only for devices with 2
switching functions). If a zero value is fed in for a parameter, then no additional times
are calculated and the compensation function concerned is blocked. Fixing the
compensation parameters takes place through calculation or with the assistance of the
accompanying PC Software.
Two breaker characteristic measured points are required to calculate the compensation
function:
One point with nominal conditions (value 1): measured pole operating time (of one
pole) with rated voltage, rated pressure and rated temperature. In general that is the
manufacturer value for pole operating time.
A second point with deviation conditions (value 2): measured pole operating time of
the same pole with rated pressure, rated temperature and reduced control voltage.
Figure 9 shows an example of a circuit breaker opening:
Value 1 (with nominal conditions):
U1
=
220 VDC
t1
=
27.0 ms
Value 2:
U2
=
180 VDC
t2
=
29.2 ms

Rated control voltage


Pole operating time with nominal conditions
Reduced control voltage
Pole operating time with control voltage U2

Figure 9
32
Function calculated by RPH2
31

Operating Time [ms]

30

Value 2
(U2/t2)

29
28
27

Value 1
(U1/t1)

26
140

160

180

200

Operating Voltage [V]

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220

240

The compensation parameter kU can be calculated using the following formula:

Value 1:
U1 [V] rated control voltage
t1 [ms] CB operating time at nominal conditions
Value 2:
U2 [V] reduced control voltage
t2 [ms] CB operating time with U2

kU =

(t2 - t1) 100


drive mechanism parameter
U1
( 1) t1
U2

The input from above results in a compensation parameter kU = 36.6


With RPH2's with two switching functions, the calculation for kU1 and kU2 is to be
carried out separately for both switching channels and the values stored in the RPH2.

4.2.2 Temperature Compensation


An external sensor with integrated transducer (2 conductors, auxiliary voltage 24 VDC)
and standard output signal (4 ... 20 mA) is necessary for measuring the temperature.
The transducer supply is effected through the RPH2. Up to eight RPH2's can be
parallel switched to one temperature transducer. See the connection plan 58.010.111xx also.
The RPH2 calculates the additional times for operating time compensation according to
a piecewise linear function with one control point every 10 C in the range of -50 C
and +50 C. So all kinds of temperature functions of the circuit breaker (from linear to
exponential) can be set to the RPH2. The measured values can be entered in the table
in figure 10. The line Delta_t = 0 ms defines the nominal operating time of the circuit
breaker under normal conditions. The values of Delta_t at different ambient
temperatures are the differences of the measured operating times to the nominal
operating time. The 11 values of Delta_t(T) (T = -50 C to +50 C) must be set to the
RPH2.
In the example in figure 11 the procedure is shown. The measured values are marked
by squares. Connect the points by lines end eventually extend the lines to the extremes
(dotted line in the example). Evaluate the values of Delta_t(T) at the control points (50 C to +50 C) so to get the 11 values for Delta_t(T) shown in the table in figure 11.
By using the PC software "RPH2- Tool" also an exponential function with one open
parameter can be calculated. Especially for circuit breakers with spring drive
mechanism this option will be useful.

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Figure 10

Delta_t [ms]

Ambint Temperature [C]

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Figure 11
Delta_t [ms]

Temperature
-50 C
-40 C
-30 C
-20 C
-10 C
0 C
+10 C
+20 C
+30 C
+40 C
+50 C

Delta_t
13.0 ms
9.0 ms
5.0 ms
2.5 ms
1.6 ms
0.8 ms
0.4 ms
0.0 ms
-0.2 ms
-0.4 ms
-1.0 ms

measured values

Ambient Temperature [C]

With RPH2's with two switching functions, the evaluation of Delta_t(T) has to be carried
out separately for both switching channels and the values stored in the RPH2.

4.2.3 Hydraulic Pressure Compensation


There are two module models available for measuring pressure:
Option A1: for breakers with a mutual hydraulic system for all three poles
Option A3: for breakers with separate hydraulic systems for each pole
One (Option A1) or three (Option A3) external sensors with integrated transducer (2
conductors, auxiliary voltage 24 VDC) and standard output signal (4 ... 20 mA) are
necessary for measuring hydraulic pressure. The transducer supply is effected through
the RPH2.

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The RPH2 calculates the additional times for operating time compensation according to
a function with one open parameter. By fixing this parameter, the compensation
function can be suited to the character of the circuit breaker. Calculation for opening
and closing takes place separately. The parameter kP1 works for switching channel 1,
kP2 for switching channel 2 (only for devices with 2 switching functions). For the model
with option A3 with pressure measuring per pole only a compensation parameter for
each of the three poles is fed in. If a zero value is fed in for a parameter, then no
additional times are calculated and the compensation function concerned is blocked.
Fixing the compensation parameters takes place through calculation or with the
assistance of the accompanying PC Software.
Two measuring points of the switching characteristic analogue for 4.2.1 are required to
calculate the equalising curve:
One point with rated conditions (value 1): measured pole operating time (of one
pole) with rated voltage, rated pressure and rated temperature. In general that is the
manufacturer value for pole operating time.
A second point with deviation conditions (value 2): measured pole operating time of
the same pole with rated control voltage, rated temperature and reduced hydraulic
pressure.
Example:
Value 1 (with nominal conditions):
P1
=
265 bar
t1
=
110.5 ms
Value 2:
P2
=
200 bar
t2
=
127.7 ms

Rated pressure
Pole operating time with nominal conditions
Reduced pressure
Pole operating time with pressure P2

The compensation parameters kP can be calculated using the following formula.

Value 1:
P1 [V] rated hydraulic pressure
t1 [ms] CB operating time at nominal conditions
Value 2:
P2 [V] reduced hydraulic pressure
t2 [ms] CB operating time with P2

kP =

(t2 - t1) 100


drive mechanism parameter
P1
( 1) t1
P2

The input from above results in a compensation parameter kP = 47.9.


With RPH2's with two switching functions, the calculation for kP1 and kP2 is to be
carried out separately for both switching channels and the values stored in the RPH2.

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4.2.4 Specifications for the external sensors


For measuring pressure and temperature, external sensors with integrated transducer
are necessary which are not part of the delivery.
The integrated transducers must meet the following requirements:
Auxiliary voltage 24 VDC (supplied by the RPH2)
2 conductor system
Output signal 4 mA to 20 mA
Such transducers can be obtained from many manufacturers. The measuring range of
the sensors adjust itself to the respective requirements.
However, unnecessarily large measuring ranges reduce the measuring accuracy of the
RPH2. The RPH2 measuring input is adapted to the measuring range of the sensor
through parameterisation.
Transducer installation is carried out according to the manufacturer's guidelines.
Likewise, the connection cables to the RPH2 must be selected according to the
manufacturer's information. If no information is available, we recommend a shielded
two-wire cable per transducer, or at least a twisted pair of wires.

4.2.5 Adaptive Control


RPH2 with analogue module A and signal module S provide the additional feature of an
adaptive control to compensate the long time drift in operating time of the CB drive. The
actual operating times of the poles are measured by the signal module. A weighting
factor in the range of 0 to 0.5, step 0.05 (0 = function is disabled) is used for controlling
this function. A fraction (depending on the weighting factor) of the time difference
between the operating time of the last operation and the operation before is added to the
actual operating time. Additional operating times due to compensation functions are not
taken into consideration, so the pure long time drift of the drive mechanism is
compensated. The additional adaptive times are displayed and a function is available to
reset these times.
The compensation of the time shift between the main contacts and the auxiliary contacts
of the breaker poles must be done very exactly to avoid errors in measuring of the actual
operating times.
Time deviations of the measured values greater than 10 ms are not considered. (no
operation of the CB or incorrect measurement of operating times).
Additional adaptive time is limited to 1 ms from one operation to the next.
If the operating time corrected by adaptive control has drifted away from the pre-set
operating times for more than
5 ms for opening
10 ms for closing
the alarm "Drive mech. Failure" is generated.
The value of the weighting factor depends on the type of drive mechanism. We propose
a value of 0.25 to 0.30 for all types of mechanism.

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4.3

Current Module Option I


A current measuring module is available to make the switching of large transformers
and reactors easy when putting the RPH2 Point-on-Wave Controller into operation.
With this the inrush current can be recorded and graphically displayed during the
switching process. Data for the last 4 switching operations are stored in a non-volatile
memory and can be analysed on the display. Primary values are shown after feeding in
the current transformer current ratio.
For every phase there is an input for each 1 A and 5 A available. Because the current
inputs have a short time withstand of 100 xln, current measurement can be carried out
over a measuring core as well as a protection core of the current transformer.

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RPH2 MENUE SYSTEM

5.1

System data
>

- - RPH2 - 2 S I A 3
S y s t em Da t a
CB Da t a
Ana l o g Da t a
A l a r ms

L1

L2

Enter

- -

12345678
L3

Esc

5.1.1 Password
The factory-setting of the-password is "0000". To activate the password you must
change to the submenu [System Data/Password]. The actual status (active or off) is
shown in the bottom-left corner of the display. Type in the correct password and confirm
the assumption by pressing the Enter-button (see chapter 2.5). The display shows
active and the green LED ready starts blinking if the password is correct (see chapter
2.4.3.1).
The password will be deactivated automatically if no button is pressed for more than 90
seconds.

>

Sy s
Pa
Sy
Co
Ra

L1

t
s
s
n
t

em Da t
swo r d
t em F r
t r o l V
ed P r e

eque
o l t a
s s u r
00
12345
L2
L

n
g
e
0
6
3

c y
e
0
78

5.1.2 System Frequency


After activating this function by pressing the Enter-button you can choose any item of
the list by pressing the +- or the --button (see chapter 2.5).
Available items: 50 Hz, 60 Hz, 16 2/3 Hz

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S y s t em Da t
Pa s swo r d
> S y s t em F r
Con t r o l V
Ra t ed P r e
50 Hz
1
L1
L2

a
equen c y
o l t age
s s u r e
2345678
L3

5.1.3 Control Voltage


Type in the rated voltage of your CB-coil (available only for modules RPH2-xxA0, RPH2xxA1, RPH2-xxA3).
This value acts as base for the calculation of the additional compensation value of the
mechanical operating time of the CB.
Sy s
Pa
Sy
> Co
Ra

t
s
s
n
t

em Da t
swo r d
t em F r
t r o l V
ed P r e

eque
o l t a
s s u r
23
12345
L2
L

L1

n
g
e
0
6
3

c y
e
, 0
78

5.1.4 Rated Pressure


Type in the value of the rated pressure of the hydraulic system of your CB-drive
(available only for module RPH2-xxA1, RPH2-xxA3). This value acts as base for the
calculation of the compensation value of the operating time of the CB.
Sy s t
Sy s
Con
> Ra t
Sw i

em Da t
t em F r
t r o l V
ed P r e
t c h i ng

L1

a
eque
o l t a
s s u r
P r o

n
g
e
g
1
123456
L2
L3

c y
e
r am
0ba r
78

5.1.5 Switching Program


Select the suitable switching program by pressing the +- or --button:

transformer
shunt reactor
capacitor bank
user program

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Sy s t
Con
Ra t
> Sw i
Lan
T r an
L1

em Da t
t r o l V
ed P r e
t c h i ng
guage
s f o r me
1
L2

a
o l t age
s s u r e
P r o g r am
r
2345678
L3

5.1.5.1 User Program


You can define your own switching moments for each phase by selecting the User
Program.
Note: If you select user program you have to select the rated frequency first (see
chapter 5.2).
Adjustable switching moments:
T_C1 Neutral isolated:
Type in the switching moments of the three phases L1/L2/L3 for channel 1 with isolated
neutral.

>

Us
T
T
T
T

e r P r o g r am
_C1 Ne u t r . i
_C1 Ne u t r . g
_C2 Ne u t r . i
_C2 Ne u t r . g
0 , 0
0 , 0
1234
L1
L2

s
r
s
r

o
o
o
o
0
56
L3

l
u
l
u
,
7

a t e
nde
a t e
nde
0ms
8

d
d
d
d

T_C1 Neutral grounded:


Type in the switching moments of the three phases L1/L2/L3 for channel 1 with
grounded neutral.
The following two submenus are available only for module RPH2-2xx (module with two
switching channels):

T_C2 Neutral isolated:


Type in the switching moments of the three phases L1/L2/L3 for channel 2 with isolated
neutral.
T_C2 Neutral grounded:
Type in the switching moments of the three phases L1/L2/L3 for channel 2 with
grounded neutral.

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5.1.6 Function Channel 1


For the module RPH2-1xxx you have to select whether if you use the RPH2 for closing
or opening of the CB.

5.1.7 Language
Select your preferred language.
Available languages:
German
English
French
User language
S y s t em Da
Ra t ed P r
Sw i t c h i n
> Language
T i me / Da t
Eng l i s h
L1

t a
e s s u r e
g P r o g r am
e

12345678
L2
L3

Note: You can load the menutext in any language with the RPH-Tool (PC-based
software). If there any problems with the loaded language file you can return to the
English menus: Turn the key-operated switch to "OFF", press the "Quitt" button and
meanwhile return the key-operated switch back to "OPERATION".

5.1.8 Time / Date


Type in the actual date and time. The format for date and time is:
YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM.
S y s t em Da t a
Sw i t c h i n g
Language
> T i me / Da t e
New Pa s swo
1996 - 12 - 06
12
L1
L2

P r o g r am

r d
17 : 51
345678
L3

Note: Type in only correct values for date and time.


Note: There are no problems with a date after 2000-01-01.

5.1.9 New Password


If you want to change the actual password simply type in the new password.
Possible values are all numbers between 0000 and 9999.

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S y s t em Da t a
Language
T i me / Da t e
> New Pa s swo r d
Se l f t e s t S t a
0
1234
L1
L2

r
0
5
L

t
00
678
3

Note: If you have forgotten the selected password, you can ask for a temporary
password (call your local ALSTOM Grid representative)

5.1.10 Selftest Start


You can activate the selftest-facility by pressing the Enter-button.
The selftest-facility checks the internal function of the module and the switching outputs.
S y s t em Da t a
T i me / Da t e
New Pa s swo
> Se l f t e s t S
Se l f t e s t
I
YES
12
L1
L2

r d
t a r t
n t e r v a l
345678
L3

Note: You can activate the selftest with the key-operated-switch too (see chapter 2.4.2).

5.1.11 Selftest Interval


Type in the desired interval between the automatic selftests.
The possible range is from 0,0 hours (shortest interval is 0,1 hour = 6 minutes) to 500
hours. Choosing a value of 0,0 hours deactivates the automatic selftest-facility.
S y s t em Da t a
T i me / Da t e
New Pa s swo r d
Se l f t e s t S t a r
> Se l f t e s t
I n t e
2
12345
L1
L2
L

t
r v a l
4 , 0 Hr
678
3

In the menu [Aux. Functions][Error Type] the type errors are displayed (see 5.6.3).

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5.2

CB Data

5.2.1 Operating Time CH1


Type in the operating time for each phase at the rated voltage, rated pressure and a
temperature of 20 C for switching channel 1.
The permissible range is from 0,0 ms (minimum value is 0,1 ms) to 200 ms.
The switching function (closing or opening) for module RPH2-1xx depends on the
selection made in the submenu Function Channel 1. (see chapter 5.1.6).
Module RPH2-2xx uses channel 1 for closing of the CB.

>

CB D a
Op e r
Op e r
A r c i
A r c i
0 , 0
L1

t
a
a
n
n

a
t i n g T i me CH 1
t i n g T i me CH 2
g T i me CH 1
g T i me CH 2
0 , 0
0 , 0ms
12345678
L2
L3

Note 1: The value of the operating time for each phase of the CB depends on the type
and manufacturer of the CB. This value is part of the CB-documentation delivered with
your CB.
Note 2: The difference between 2 phases should be less than one period (20 ms for
50 Hz).
Note 3: For single-phase-CBs the values for all three phases must be the same.

5.2.2 Operating Time CH2


Type in the operating time for each phase at the rated voltage, rated pressure and a
temperature of 20 C for switching channel 2. Channel 2 always is used for opening.
The permissible range is from 0,0 ms (minimum value is 0,1 ms) to 200 ms.
This submenu is available only for module RPH2-2xxx.

5.2.3 Arcing Time CH1


Type in the arcing time for each phase of the CB (see chapter 3.2 to 3.4).
The permissible range is from 0,0 ms (minimum value is 0,1 ms) to 50 ms.
Closing: Pre-arcing time of the CB. The closing of the main-contact happens after the
chosen switching moment.

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Opening: Arcing time of the CB. The opening of the main-contact happens before the
zero-crossing of the current.
CB D a
Op e r
Op e r
> A r c i
A r c i
0 , 0

t
a
a
n
n

L1

a
t i n g T i me CH 1
t i n g T i me CH 2
g T i me CH 1
g T i me CH 2
0 , 0
0 , 0ms
12345678
L2
L3

5.2.4 Arcing Time CH2


This submenu is available only for module RPH2-2xxx. It works as for channel 1 except
that channel 2 always is used for opening.

5.2.5 Auxiliary Timeshift CH1


This value is used for compensating the time lag between the main-contact and the
auxiliary-contact of the CB (see chapter 4.1.2.1).
The permissible range is from -25,5 ms to +25,5 ms.
CB
A
A
> A
A
+

r
r
u
u
0

Da
c i
c i
x .
x .
, 0

t
n
n
T
T

L1

a
g T
g T
i me
i me
+0

i me CH 1
i me CH 2
s h i f t CH 1
s h i f t CH 2
, 0
+ 0 , 0ms
12345678
L2
L3

This submenu is available only with module RPH2-xxS.

5.2.6 Auxiliary Timeshift CH2


This submenu is available only for module RPH2-2xxx. It works as for channel 1 except
that channel 2 always is used for opening.

5.2.7 Adaptive Control


This menu opens a submenu for controlling the this function (see also 4.2.5)
CB D a
Au x .
> Adap
Comp
kU1

L1

t
T
t
e
V

a
i me s h
i v Co
n s a t i
o l t ag

L2

i f t CH 2
n t r o l
- >
on
e CH 1

12345678
L3

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This submenu and the following menus are available only with module RPH2-xSAx.
5.2.7.1 Weighting Factor
This factor defines the friction of time difference added to the operating time.

>

A d
W
A
A
R

a
e
d
d
e

p
i
a
a
s

t
g
p
p
e

i
h
t
t
t

v Co
t i ng
i ve
i ve
Ada

L 1

n t r o
Fa c
T i me
T i me
p t i v
0
12345
L2
L

l
t o r
s CH 1
s CH 2
e T i me
. 25
678
3

The permissible range is from 0.00 to 0.50 (step 0.05).


A value of 0.00 disables this function.
5.2.7.2 Adaptive Times CH1
Here the adaptive times for each pole related to switching channel 1 are displayed.
5.2.7.3 Adaptive Times CH2
Here the adaptive times for each pole related to switching channel 2 are displayed.
5.2.7.4 Reset Adaptive Times
This function allows to reset the additional times due to adaptive control to zero. After
this, the RPH2 operates with the pre-set pole operating times.

5.2.8 Compensation
If you select NO all compensation functions are blocked.
If you select YES compensation is active (for description see chapter 4.2)
CB D a
Au x .
Au x .
> Comp
kU1
YES

t
T
T
e
V

a
i me
i me
n s a
o l t

L1

L2

s
s
t
a

h
h
i
g

i f t CH 1
i f t CH 2
on
e CH 1

12345678
L3

5.2.9 kU1 Voltage CH1


Type in the calculated value for compensation of changes of the control voltage (see
chapter 4.2.1).
The permissible range is from 0,0 to 150,0.

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CB D a
Au x .
Comp
> kU1
kP1

t
T
e
V
P

a
i me
n s a
o l t
r e s

i f t CH 2
on
e CH 1
r e CH 1
30 , 3
12345678
L2
L3

L1

s
t
a
s

h
i
g
u

This submenu is available only with modules RPH2-xxA0, RPH2-xxxA1, RPH2-xxxA3.

5.2.10 kP1 Pressure CH1


same as 5.2.9, but for pressure compensation for channel 1.
This submenu is available only with modules RPH2-xxxA1, RPH2-xxxA3.

5.2.11 Temperature Compensation CH1


This submenu enables or disables the temperature compensation.
CB D a t a
k U 1 V o l t a g e CH 1
k P 1 P r e s u r e CH 1
> T emp . C omp . CH 1
T a b l e T emp . CH 1
ON
12345678
L1
L2
L3

- >

This submenu is available only with modules RPH2-xxA0, RPH2-xxxA1, RPH2-xxxA3.

5.2.12 Table Temp. CH1


This menu opens a submenu for setting the values for temperature compensation.
5.2.12.1 Delta_t xxC
Here the 11 values of Delta_t(T) for defining the temperature compensation function can
be entered to the RPH2 (see also 4.2.2).
Tab
De
> De
De
De

L1

l
l
l
l
l

e
t
t
t
t

a
a
a
a

T
_
_
_
_

emp
t
t
t
t

.
-

CH 1
50 C
40 C
30 C
20 C
+5 . 3
12345678
L2
L3

- >

ms

The permissible range for Delta_t is from -10.0 ms to +25.0 ms.

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5.2.13 kU2 Voltage CH2


same as 5.2.9, but for control voltage compensation for channel 2.
This submenu is available only with modules RPH2-xxA0, RPH2-xxxA1, RPH2-xxxA3.

5.2.14 kP2 Pressure CH2


same as 5.2.10, but for temperature compensation for channel 2.
This submenu is available only with modules RPH2-xxxA1, RPH2-xxxA3.

5.2.15 Temperature Compensation CH2


same as 5.2.11, but for temperature compensation for channel 2.
This submenu is available only with modules RPH2-xxA0, RPH2-xxxA1, RPH2-xxxA3.

5.2.16 Table Temp. CH1


same as 5.2.12, but for temperature compensation for channel 2.
5.2.16.1 Delta_t xxC
same as 5.2.12.1, but for temperature compensation for channel 2.

5.3

Analogue Data

5.3.1 Thresholds
The following submenus are depending on the configuration of the RPH 2 obtained.
Exceeding of limit-settings cause an alarm, if set (see chapter 5.4).

>

Ana l og Da t a
T r e s ho l ds
- >
CT Ra t e d Cu r r . p r i m
CT Ra t e d Cu r r . s e c
Ac t ua l Con t r . Vo l t age

L1

L2

12345678
L3

5.3.1.1 Current max.


Type in the allowed maximum value (peak-value) of the current during the switching
operation. If the current during a switching operation exceeds this limit an alarm is
generated.
The permissible range is from 0 A to 9999 A.

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>

T r e s h
Cu r r
Op .
Op .
T emp

o
e
V
V
e

l
n
o
o
r

L1

d
t
l
l
a

s
ma
t ag
t ag
t u r

x
e
e
e

( p
ma
m i
ma
50
123456
L2
L3

- >
ea k )
x
n
x
0
A
78

This submenu is only available for module RPH2-xxI.


5.3.1.2 Control Voltage max.
Type in the upper limit for the control voltage. If the measured value of the control
voltage becomes higher than the limit an alarm is generated.
The permissible range is from 35 V to 300 V.
T r e s h
Cu r r
> Con t
Con t
T emp

o
e
r
r
e

l
n
o
o
r

L1

d s
t ma x ( p
l Vo l t ag
l Vo l t ag
a t u r e ma
242
123456
L2
L3

- >
ea k )
e ma x
e m i n
x
, 0 V
78

This submenu is available only with modules RPH2-xxA0, RPH2-xxA1, RPH2-xxA3.


5.3.1.3 Control Voltage min.
Type in the lower limit for the control voltage. If the measured value of the control
voltage becomes lower than the limit an alarm is generated.
The permissible range is from 35 V to 300 V.
T r e s h
Cu r r
Op .
> Op .
T emp

L1

o
e
V
V
e

l
n
o
o
r

d
t
l
l
a

s
ma
t ag
t ag
t u r

x
e
e
e

( p
ma
m i
ma
200
123456
L2
L3

- >
ea k )
x
n
x
, 0 V
78

This submenu is available only with modules RPH2-xxA0, RPH2-xxA1, RPH2-xxA3.


5.3.1.4 Temperature max.
Type in the upper limit for the ambient temperature of the CB. If the measured value of
the temperature becomes higher than the limit an alarm is generated.
The permissible range is from -100 C to +100 C.

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T r e s h
Op .
Op .
> T emp
T emp

o
V
V
e
e

l
o
o
r
r

L1

d
l
l
a
a

s
t
t
t
t

a
a
u
u

g
g
r
r

e ma
e m i
e ma
e m i
+50 ,
123456
L2
L3

- >
x
n
x
n
0 C
78

This submenu is available only with modules RPH2-xxA0, RPH2-xxA1, RPH2-xxA3.


5.3.1.5 Temperature min.
Type in the lower limit of the ambient temperature of the CB. If the measured value of
the temperature becomes lower than the limit an alarm is generated.
The permissible range is from -100 C to +100 C.
T r e s h
Op .
T emp
> T emp
P r e s

o
V
e
e
s

l
o
r
r
u

L1

d
l
a
a
r

s
t age m i
t u r e ma
t u r e m i
e ma x
- 50 .
123456
L2
L3

- >
n
x
n
0 C
78

This submenu is available only for module RPH2-xxA0, RPH2-xxA1, RPH2-xxA3.


5.3.1.6 Pressure max.
Type in the upper limit of the hydraulic pressure of the CB. If the measured value of the
temperature becomes higher than the limit an alarm is generated.
The permissible range is from 0 bar to 1000 bar.
T r
T
T
> P
P

e s h
emp
emp
r e s
r e s

o
e
e
s
s

l
r
r
u
u

L1

d
a
a
r
r

s
t u r e ma
t u r e m i
e ma x
e m i n
35
123456
L2
L3

- >
x
n

0ba r
78

This submenu is available only with modules RPH2-xxA1, RPH2-xxA3.


5.3.1.7 Pressure min.
Type in the lower limit of the hydraulic pressure of the CB. If the measured value of the
temperature becomes lower than the limit an alarm is generated.
The permissible range is from 0 bar to 1000 bar.

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T r
T
T
P
> P

e s h
emp
emp
r e s
r e s

L1

o
e
e
s
s

l
r
r
u
u

d
a
a
r
r

s
t u r e ma
t u r e m i
e ma x
e m i n
18
123456
L2
L3

- >
x
n

0ba r
78

This submenu is available only with modules RPH2-xxA1, RPH2-xxA3.

5.3.2 CT Rated Current prim


Type in the rated primary current of your current transducer.
The permissible range is from 0 A to 5000 A.
Ana l og Da t a
T r e s ho l ds
> CT Ra t e d Cu r r . p
CT Ra t e d Cu r r . s
Ac t ua l Con t r . Vo l
50
1234567
L1
L2
L3

- >
r i m
e c
t age
0 A
8

This submenu is available only with module RPH2-xxI.

5.3.3 CT Rated Current sec


Type in the rated secondary current of your current transducer.
Permissible values are 1 A and 5 A.
Ana l og Da t a
T r e s ho l ds
- >
CT Ra t e d Cu r r . p r i m
> CT Ra t e d Cu r r . s e c
Ac t ua l Con t r . Vo l t age
5 A
12345678
L1
L2
L3

This submenu is available only for module RPH2-xxI.


Note: The current transformer has to be connected to the correct terminal of the RPH2
(1 A or 5 A, see wiring diagram).

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5.3.4 Actual Control Voltage


Type in the measured value of the actual control voltage. This input calibrates the
internal voltage measurement. This value acts as base for the calculation of
compensation of the switching moment.
The permissible range is from 35 V to 300 V.
Ana l og
CT Ra
CT Ra
> Ac t ua
T emp e

t
t
l
r

L1

Da t a
ed Cu r
ed Cu r
Con t r .
a t u r e
1
1234
L2

r . p r i m
r . s e c
Vo l t age
- >
12 , 2 V
5678
L3

This submenu is available only with modules RPH2-xxA0, RPH2-xxA1, RPH2-xxA3.


Determine the correct value:
Measure the actual value of the control voltage on terminal -X6:10 and -X6:11 with an
calibrated voltmeter and type in this value.
Type in the determined value.
Note:This input calibrates the voltage measurement function. The correct input of this
value is absolutely necessary. You cannot calibrate the RPH2 with the PC-software
RPH-Tool.
In the Normal-Mode (Ready-LED is steady-light) the measured voltage is displayed.
After calibrating the voltage measurement check the correct function by monitoring the
display.

5.3.5 Temperature
The following submenus are available only with modules RPH2-xxA0, RPH2-xxA1,
RPH2-xxA3.
In this submenu the temperature transducer is calibrated.
Ana l og
CT Ra
Ac t ua
> T emp e
P r e s s

Da t a
t ed Cu r r . s e c
l Con t r . Vo l t age
r a t u r e
- >
u r e
- >

L1

L2

12345678
L3

5.3.5.1 Value at 4 mA
Type in the rated value of the temperature transducer at an output current of 4 mA. This
information is part of the documentation of the temperature transducer.

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>

T emp e r a t u r e
V a l u e a t 4 mA
V a l u e a t 2 0 mA

L1

- >

- 40 , 0 C
12345678
L2
L3

5.3.5.2 Value at 20 mA
Type in the rated value of the temperature transducer at an output current of 20 mA.
This information is part of the documentation of the temperature transducer.
T emp e r a t u r e
V a l u e a t 4 mA
> V a l u e a t 2 0 mA

L1

- >

+100 , 0 C
12345678
L2
L3

5.3.6 Pressure
These submenus are available only with modules RPH2-xxA1, RPH2-xxA3.
In the following submenus the pressure transducer can be calibrated.
Ana l og
CT Ra
Ac t ua
T emp e
> P r e s s

L1

Da t a
t ed Cu r r . s e c
l Con t r . Vo l t age
r a t u r e
- >
u r e
- >
12345678
L2
L3

5.3.6.1 Value at 4 mA
Type in the rated value of the pressure transducer at an output current of 4 mA. This
information is part of the documentation of the pressure transducer.

>

P r e s s u r e
Va l ue a t
Va l ue a t

L1

- >
4 mA
2 0 mA

0ba r
12345678
L2
L3

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5.3.6.2 Value at 20 mA
Type in the rated value of the pressure transducer at an output current of 20 mA. This
information is part of the documentation of the pressure transducer.
P r e s s u r e
Va l ue a t
> Va l ue a t

500ba r
12345678
L2
L3

L1

5.4

- >
4 mA
2 0 mA

Alarms

5.4.1 Reset Obligatory


In this submenu you can select which alarm outputs (and the according LED on the front
panel of the RPH2) are to be acknowledged. Alarm-outputs which are marked as reset
obligatory are displayed on the front panel and activated (closed) until you press the
Quitt-button, regardless whether the alarm is still active or already gone.
Example:

>

A l a
Re
Lo
A l

rms
s e t ob l i ga t o r y
c k - ou t
a rm L i s t

L1

10100000
12345678
L2
L3

- >

In the example mentioned above the alarms 1 and 3 are marked with the function "Reset
obligatory" (must be acknowledged).
Reset Obligatory (Setting 1):
Alarm is active
->
Alarm is acknowledged
->
Alarm off
->
respectively:
Alarm is active
->
Alarm off
->
Alarm is acknowledged
->

LED is blinking, alarm-output active


LED has steady-light, alarm-output active
LED off, alarm-output not active
LED is blinking, alarm-output active
LED is blinking, alarm-output active
LED off, alarm-output not active

Alarm is not reset obligatory (Setting 0):


Alarm is active
->
LED has steady-light, alarm-output active
Alarm off
->
LED off, alarm-output not active

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Note: With the function "reset obligatory" you can change an alarm-message from the
type pulse type to a steady alarm type (see 5.4.3).

5.4.2 Lock-Out
Here you can mark each of the 7 alarm outputs to produce a blocking of the device in case of
the corresponding alarm occurs.
That means:
No switching operation is possible, the green LED is dark and the contact "Device not ready"
(-X6:12/13) is closed.
Some actions or alarms cause a lock out in any case ,also without activating the responding
alarm (LED dark, contact -X6:12-13 is closed):
Keyswitch is "OFF"
Relay starting up
Reference voltage is missing
Frequency not in permitted range
Neutral earthing switch in intermediate position
Example:
A l a
Re
> Lo
A l

rms
s e t ob l i ga t o r y
c k - ou t
a rm L i s t

L1

00100000
12345678
L2
L3

- >

In the example mentioned above the activating of alarm 3 blocks the RPH2. No
operation is possible, until the "Quit" button is pressed. The output contact "Device not
ready" (-X6:12/13) is closed.

5.4.3 Alarm List


The following submenus are depending on the configuration of the RPH2. Each internal
alarm (message) can be assigned to up to 7 alarm-outputs. The assignment is made
through the setting of a 1 at the corresponding display-unit.
Example:
A l a
F r
F r
> Cu
*Re

L1

rm
equ
equ
r r e
f . V

L
e
e
n
o

i
n
n
t
l

s t
c y m i
c y ma
ma x (
t age
0010
1234
L2

- >
n
x
p
F
0
5
L

e
a
1
6
3

a
i
0
7

k )
l u r e
0
8

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In the example mentioned above the alarm-message Current max. (peak) is assigned
to alarm-output 3 and alarm-output 6.
The asterisk (*) at the position Ref. Voltage Failure in the picture above indicates that
the fault Ref. Voltage Failure is pending, that means the reference voltage is missing.
Pulse-alarm:
If an alarm-message is a pulse, this alarm-message is active only for a period of 0,5
seconds. If this alarm-message is assigned to an alarm-output which is marked as reset
obligatory, the alarm-output remains active until this alarm is acknowledged.
Note: The assignment of an alarm-message to the alarm-output number 8 has no effect.
5.4.3.1 Lock-out
This is only a summary alarm. It is generated by other alarms which cause a blocking of the
relay. It is active when the device is blocked (see 5.4.2). The alarm itself causes no blocking
of the device!
5.4.3.2 Frequency min
The reference voltage (phase L1) is monitored permanently. If the lower limit of the
frequency is reached, an alarm-message Frequency min. is generated.
Limits:
Rated Frequency
50 Hz
60 Hz
16 2/3 Hz

Lower Limit
45 Hz
54 Hz
15 Hz

Note: The monitoring of the frequency is active only if the reference voltage is
connected to the device. If the reference voltage is missing, no alarm Frequency min. is
generated.
5.4.3.3 Frequency max.
The reference voltage is monitored permanently on phase L1. If the upper limit of the
frequency is reached, an alarm-message Frequency max. is generated.
Limits:
Rated Frequency
50 Hz
60 Hz
16 2/3 Hz

Upper Limit
55 Hz
66 Hz
18,26 Hz

Note: The monitoring of the frequency is active only, if the reference voltage is
connected to the device. If the reference voltage is missing, no alarm Frequency min. is
generated.

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5.4.3.4 Current max. (peak)


This alarm-message is generated if the setting of the current maximum (peak value) is
reached or exceeded during a switching operation in one or more phases (thresholds
see 5.3.1.1)
The peak-value of the current is monitored, not the RMS-value.
This alarm-message is a pulse (see chapter 5.4.3. Pulse-alarm).
This alarm-message is available only for module RPH2-xxI.
5.4.3.5 Reference Voltage Failure
This alarm-message is generated if the reference voltage is missing for more than
2 seconds.
Note: This alarm-message blocks the RPH2 in any case, regardless whether the alarm
is set for blocking or not (see chapter 5.4.2).
5.4.3.6 RTC Impulse Failure
This alarm-message is generated if the minute-pulse is missing.
5.4.3.7 Neutral intermediate
This alarm-message is generated if the position of the Neutral-switch is not defined.
Note: This alarm-message blocks the RPH2 in any case, regardless whether the alarm
is set for blocking or not (see chapter 5.4.2).
5.4.3.8 Neutral grounded
This message indicates, that the Neutral-switch is in position grounded. If the position
grounded is indicated, the RPH2 uses the parameter-set Neutral grounded.
Note: This message is not an alarm-message but may be helpful for supervising
5.4.3.9 Neutral isolated
This message indicates, that the Neutral-switch is in position isolated. If the position
isolated is indicated, the RPH2 uses the parameter-set Neutral isolated (see 5.4.3.8).
5.4.3.10 Selftest ERROR
This alarm-message is generated when the automatic selftest discovers an internal error
(output circuit is not working correct).
This alarm-message is a pulse (see chapter 5.4.3. Pulse-alarm).
Note: This alarm-message blocks the RPH2 in any case, regardless whether the alarm
is set for blocking or not (see chapter 5.4.2).
5.4.3.11 Selftest CH1 ERROR
This alarm-message is the detailed message from 5.4.3.10 related to channel 1.

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This alarm-message is a pulse (see chapter 5.4.3. Pulse-alarm).


5.4.3.12 Selftest CH2 ERROR
This alarm-message is the detailed message from 5.4.3.10 related to channel 2.
This alarm-message is a pulse (see chapter 5.4.3. Pulse-alarm).
This alarm-message is available only for module RPH2-2xx.
5.4.3.13 Command Time CH1 min
This alarm-message is generated when the command time for channel 1 (the function of
channel 1 is depending on configuration of the RPH2 and the Function Channel 1 chapter 5.1.6) is to short, i. e. perhaps not all three phase are switched within this time.
The alarm is generated if the duration of the command impulse is less than 100 ms.
This alarm-message is a pulse (see chapter 5.4.3. Pulse-alarm).
5.4.3.14 Command Time CH2 min
This alarm-message is generated when the command time for channel 2 (opening) is to
short.
The alarm is generated if the duration of the command impulse is less than 100 ms.
This alarm-message is a pulse (see chapter 5.4.3. Pulse-alarm).
This alarm-message is available only for module RPH2-2xx .
5.4.3.15 Operating Time min
This alarm-message is generated when the measured operating time differs more than 2
ms of the calculated operation time (measured time is shorter).
This alarm-message is a pulse (see chapter 5.4.3. Pulse-alarm).
This alarm-message is available only for module RPH2-xxS.
5.4.3.16 Operating Time max.
This alarm-message is generated when the measured operating time differs more than 2
ms of the calculated operation time (measured time is longer).
This alarm-message is a pulse (see chapter 5.4.3. Pulse-alarm).
This alarm-message is available only for module RPH2-xxS.

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5.4.3.17 Drive mech. Failure


This alarm-message is generated when:
The monitoring of the CB-position is undefined.
The operating time corrected by adaptive control has drifted away for more than 5 ms
for opening and 10 ms for closing from the pre-set operating times (only with adaptive
control, see 4.2.5).
This alarm-message is a pulse (see chapter 5.4.3. Pulse-alarm).
This alarm-message is available only for module RPH2-xxS.
5.4.3.18 Archive Full
This alarm-message indicates that the archive is nearly full.
This alarm-message is a pulse (see chapter 5.4.3. Pulse-alarm).
Note: The archive is capable to store 1000 switching operations. When the 900th
switching operation is stored in the archive the alarm-message is generated. Each
switching operation following generates an alarm-message until the archive is read by
the PC-Software RPH-Tool,
5.4.3.19 Archive Failure
This alarm-message is generated, when storing data into the archive fails.
This alarm-message is a pulse (see chapter 5.4.3. Pulse-alarm).
5.4.3.20 Control Voltage min
This alarm-message indicates that the lower limit of the control voltage is reached (see
chapter 5.3.1.3 Control Voltage min.).
This alarm-message is available only with modules RPH2-xxA0, RPH2-xxA1,
RPH2-xxA3.
5.4.3.21 Control Voltage max.
This alarm-message indicates that the upper limit of the control voltage is reached (see
chapter 5.3.1.2 Control Voltage max.).
This alarm-message is available only with modules RPH2-xxA0, RPH2-xxA1,
RPH2-xxA3.
5.4.3.22 Temperature min
This alarm-message indicates that the lower limit of the ambient temperature is reached
(see chapter 5.3.1.5 Temperature min.).
This alarm-message is available only with modules RPH2-xxA0, RPH2-xxA1 or
RPH2-xxA3.

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5.4.3.23 Temperature max.


This alarm-message indicates that the upper limit of the ambient temperature is reached
(see chapter 5.3.1.4 Temperature max.).
This alarm-message is available only with modules RPH2-xxA0, RPH2-xxA1 or RPH2xxA3.
5.4.3.24 Temp. Transducer Fault
This alarm-message indicates an error of the temperature transducer (cable or sensor),
i. e. the temperature measurement is not working.
This alarm-message is available only with modules RPH2-xxA0, RPH2-xxA1 or RPH2xxA3.
5.4.3.25 Pressure min
This alarm-message indicates that the lower limit of the hydraulic pressure is reached
(see chapter 5.3.1.7 Pressure min.).
This alarm-message is available only for module RPH2-xxA1 or RPH2-xxA3.
5.4.3.26 Pressure max.
This alarm-message indicates that the upper limit of the hydraulic pressure is reached
(see chapter 5.3.1.6 Pressure max.).
This alarm-message is available only with modules RPH2-xxA1 or RPH2-xxA3.
5.4.3.27 Press. Transducer Fault
This alarm-message indicates an error of the pressure transducer (cable or sensor), i. e.
the pressure measurement is not working.
This alarm-message is available only with modules RPH2-xxA1 or RPH2-xxA3.

5.5

Measurement

5.5.1 Current Graphs


In this submenu you can display the current curves of the last 4 switching operations for
each phase (L1, L2, L3), as well as the maximum currents (peak value).

>

Me a
Cu
Me
F r
Cu
YES

s
r
a
e
r

u
r
s
q
r

r
e
u
u
e

eme n t
n t Gr aph s
r e d T i me s
en c y
n t ( RMS )

L1

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L2

12345678
L3

- >
- >

Pressing the Enter-button activates the Graph-mode. Repeatedly pressing the Enterbutton allows to go through the last 4 switching operations. Pressing the +- or --button
changes from phase L1 to phase L2 to phase L3 to the peak values of the current of
each phase. When a graph is displayed, the amplification factor of the graph can be
changed. Pressing the [Quitt] and [+] button at the same time increases the
amplification, [Quitt] and [-] button decreases the amplification.
This submenu is available only for module RPH2-xxI.

5.5.2 Measured Times


The measured times of the last switching operation are displayed in this submenu. The
values available are depending on the configuration of the RPH2.
Me a
Cu
> Me
F r
Cu

s
r
a
e
r

u
r
s
q
r

r
e
u
u
e

eme n t
n t Gr aph s
r e d T i me s
en c y
n t ( RMS )

L1

L2

- >
- >

12345678
L3

5.5.2.1 Command OUT


This submenu shows the measured time from the zero-crossing of the reference voltage
(phase L1) until the command is executed.

>

Me a s u r
C o mm a
CB S i
Ca l c u
Me a s u
4 . 5

e
n
g
l
r

L1

d T i me s
d OU T
na l
r e c
a t e d Op
e d Op .
9 . 5
12345
L2
L

- >
e
.
T
9
6
3

i v ed
T i me
i me
. 5ms
78

Note: The resolution of the time measurement is 0,5 ms.


5.5.2.2 CB Signal received
This submenu shows the measured time from the zero-crossing of the reference voltage
(phase L1) until the auxiliary-contacts of the CB are switched.
Me a s u r
C o mm a
> CB S i
Ca l c u
Me a s u
123 . 3
L1

e
n
g
l
r
1

d
d
n
a
e
2

T i me s
OU T
a l
r e c
t e d Op
d Op .
4 . 1 12
12345
L2
L

- >
e
.
T
3
6
3

i v ed
T i me
i me
. 7ms
78

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This submenu is available only with module RPH2-xxxS.


Note: The resolution of the time measurement is 0,5 ms.
5.5.2.3 Calculated Operating Time
This submenu shows the calculated operating time according to the measured service
conditions (temperature, pressure, control voltage). If the compensation facility is not
active, the set values of "Operating Time CH1" (see 5.2.1).and "Operating Time CH2"
(see 5.2.2) are displayed.
Me a s u r
C o mm a
CB S i
> Ca l c u
Me a s u
128 . 7

e
n
g
l
r
1

L1

d
d
n
a
e
2

T i me s
OU T
a l
r e c
t e d Op
d Op .
9 . 0 12
12345
L2
L

- >
e
.
T
9
6
3

i v ed
T i me
i me
. 0ms
78

5.5.2.4 Measured Operating Time


This submenu shows the measured operating times, assuming that the values for "Aux.
Timeshift CH1/CH2" (see 5.2.5, 5.2.6 and 4.1.2.1) have been determined correctly.
Me a s u r
C o mm a
CB S i
Ca l c u
> Me a s u
128 . 9

e
n
g
l
r
1

L1

d
d
n
a
e
2

T i me s
OU T
a l
r e c
t e d Op
d Op .
9 . 3 12
12345
L2
L

- >
e
.
T
8
6
3

i v ed
T i me
i me
. 9ms
78

This submenu is available only with module RPH2-xxxS.


Note: The resolution of the time measurement is 0.5 ms.

5.5.3 Frequency
This submenu shows the actual frequency of the reference voltage.
The resolution of the frequency measurement is 0,05 Hz.
Me a
Cu
Me
> F r
Cu

L1

s
r
a
e
r

u
r
s
q
r

r
e
u
u
e

eme n t
n t Gr aph
r e d T i me
en c y
n t ( RMS )
50
12345
L2
L

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s
s

- >
- >

, 00Hz
678
3

The switching moments (switching programs) are permanently corrected according to


the measured frequency.
Note: The measurement of the frequency works only when the reference voltage is
connected. If the reference voltage is missing the rated frequency is displayed instead.

5.5.4 Current (RMS)


This submenu shows the actual measured line current per phase.
Me a
Me
F r
> Cu
Co

s
a
e
r
n

u
s
q
r
t
0

r
u
u
e
r

L1

eme n t
r e d T i me
en c y
n t ( RMS )
o l Vo l t a
0
12345
L2
L

- >

ge
0
678
3

This submenu is available only with module RPH2-xxI.

5.5.5 Control Voltage


This submenu shows the actual measured control voltage.
Me a
F r
Cu
> Co
Ac

L1

s
e
r
n
t

u
q
r
t
u

r
u
e
r
a

eme n t
en c y
n t ( RMS )
o l Vo l t ag
l T emp e r a
61
123456
L2
L3

e
t u r e
, 2 V
78

This submenu is available only with modules RPH2-xxA0, RPH2-xxA1, RPH2-xxA3.

5.5.6 Actual Temperature


This submenu shows the actual measured ambient temperature.
Me a s u r eme n t
C u r r e n t ( RM S )
Co n t r o l Vo l t a g e
> A c t u a l T emp e r a t u r e
T e mp e r a t u r e f . C o mp
61 , 2 V
12345678
L1
L2
L3
This submenu is available only with modules RPH2-xxA0, RPH2-xxA1, RPH2-xxA3.

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5.5.7 Temperature for Compensation


This submenu shows the averaged environmental temperature (see chapter 4.2)
Me a s u
Con t
Ac t u
> T emp
Add i

r
r
a
e
t

L1

eme n t
o l Vo l t age
l T emp e r a t u r e
r a t u r e f . C omp
i o n . Op . T i me s - >
+0 , 0
C
12345678
L2
L3

This submenu is available only with modules RPH2-xxA0, RPH2-xxA1, RPH2-xxA3.

5.5.8 Additional Operating Times


The following submenus show the calculated additional times according to the service
conditions and the configuration of the RPH2.
5.5.8.1 Voltage CH1
This submenu shows the compensation value for channel 1 for the actual control voltage
per phase.

>

Ad
V
V
T
T
-

d i t
o l t
o l t
emp
emp
0 , 1

i
a
a
e
e

o
g
g
r
r

L1

n
e
e
a
a
-

. Op . T i me s - >
CH 1
CH 2
t u r e CH 1
t u r e CH 2
0 , 1
- 0 , 2ms
12345678
L2
L3

This submenu is available only with modules RPH2-xxxA0, RPH2-xxxA1, RPH2-xxxA3.


5.5.8.2 Voltage CH2
This submenu shows the compensation value for channel 2 for the actual control voltage
per phase.
Ad
V
> V
T
T
-

d i t
o l t
o l t
emp
emp
0 , 1

i
a
a
e
e

o
g
g
r
r

L1

n
e
e
a
a
-

. Op . T i me s - >
CH 1
CH 2
t u r e CH 1
t u r e CH 2
0 , 1
- 0 , 2ms
12345678
L2
L3

This submenu is available only with modules RPH2-xxxA0, RPH2-xxxA1, RPH2-xxxA3.

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5.5.8.3 Temperature CH1


This submenu shows the compensation value for the environmental temperature
measured for channel 1 per phase.
Ad
V
V
> T
T
-

d i t
o l t
o l t
emp
emp
0 , 1

i
a
a
e
e

o
g
g
r
r

L1

n
e
e
a
a
-

. Op . T i me s - >
CH 1
CH 2
t u r e CH 1
t u r e CH 2
0 , 1
- 0 , 1ms
12345678
L2
L3

This submenu is available only with modules RPH2-xxxA0, RPH2-xxxA1, RPH2-xxxA3.


5.5.8.4 Temperature CH2
This submenu shows the compensation value for the environmental temperature
measured for channel 2 per phase.
Ad
V
T
> T
P
-

d i t
o l t
emp
emp
r e s
0 , 1

i
a
e
e
s

o
g
r
r
u

L1

n
e
a
a
r
-

. Op . T i me s - >
CH 2
t u r e CH 1
t u r e CH 2
e CH 1
0 , 1
- 0 , 2ms
12345678
L2
L3

This submenu is available only with modules RPH2-xxxA0, RPH2-xxxA1, RPH2-xxxA3.


5.5.8.5 Pressure CH1
This submenu shows the compensation value for the actual hydraulic pressure
measured for channel 1 per phase.
Ad
T
T
> P
P
-

d i t
emp
emp
r e s
r e s
0 , 1

L1

i
e
e
s
s

o
r
r
u
u

n
a
a
r
r
-

. Op . T i me s - >
t u r e CH 1
t u r e CH 2
e CH 1
e CH 2
0 , 1
- 0 , 1ms
12345678
L2
L3

This submenu is available only with modules RPH2-xxxA1, RPH2-xxxA3.


5.5.8.6 Pressure CH2
This submenu shows the compensation value for the actual hydraulic pressure
measured for channel 2 per phase.

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L3

This submenu is available only with modules RPH2-xxxA1, RPH2-xxxA3.

5.5.9 Pressure (L1/L2/L3)


This submenu shows the actual measured hydraulic pressure per phase (L1, L2, L3).
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This submenu is available only with module RPH2-xxxA3.

5.5.10 Pressure (L1)


This submenu shows the actual measured hydraulic pressure.
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This submenu is available only with module RPH2-xxxA1.

5.6

Auxiliary functions

5.6.1 Alarm Input


This submenu is for testing only. It shows the inputs (auxiliary contacts and position of
the neutral earthing switch) of the alarm-board (only available for module RPH2-xxS).

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5.6.2 Alarm Output


This submenu is for testing only. You can set the alarm-outputs individually by typing a
1 at the according position of the pattern shown on the display (only available for
module RPH2-xxS).

5.6.3 Error Type


If an internal fault is detected (selftest interval > 0 h), error flags are displayed in this
menu.
Error type 1:
Error type 2-4:
Error type 5-7:
Error type 8-10
Error type 11-13:
Error type 14-16:
Error type 17-19:

5.7

the switching command on input -x8:1 or -x8:6 is still bending


CH1 phase L1 is defective
CH1 phase L2 is defective
CH1 phase L3 is defective
CH2 phase L1 is defective
CH2 phase L2 is defective
CH2 phase L3 is defective

Switching archive
This submenu shows the result of the last 8 switching operations.
List of messages:
Switching OK
NOT Switched
Command Time min

(no operation of the breaker)


(command impulse to short (<100 ms))

In the statusline the date and the time of the operation is displayed.
Ahead of the messages a reference to the archive entries is shown:
"n"
last operation
"n-1"
operation before
etc.

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6
6.1

COMMISSIONING
Commissioning preliminaries
Before initial operation of a RPH2 Point-on-Wave Controller, time should be taken in
order to become familiar with operation of the device and, if a portable PC is available,
with the parameterization software also.
NOTE: After the RPH2 is connected to the supply voltage the first time, or after a self
test, it will last about 20 seconds until the green LED is illuminated and the relay is
ready for operation (see also 2.4.2.2). If the green LED stays dark, please check at first
the proper connection of the reference voltage and the neutral earthing switch

6.1.1 Settings
6.1.1.1 Factory Settings
Depending on the model, all values for CB-Data, compensation and all thresholds for
the alarms are set to 0, except:
System Frequency:
Control Voltage:
Switching Program:
Function Cannel 1:
Selftest Interval:
CT Rated Current
primary:
secondary:

50 Hz
125 V
Transformer
CB closing
24 h
1A
1A

Alarms:
Ref. Voltage Failure ->
Alarm1
Neutral intermediate ->
Alarm2
All other alarm functions are inactive.
6.1.1.2 Necessary Settings
Before the RPH2 is ready to operate, all relevant settings must be completed. These
data must be set before the first operation (depending on the model):

System frequency (5.1.2)


Control voltage (5.1.3)
Rated pressure (5.1.4)
Switching program (5.1.5)
Function channel 1 (5.1.6)
Operating times of each pole (5.2.1, 5.2.2)
Arcing Times (5.2.3, 5.2.4)
All data for compensation and adaptive control (5.2.7....5.2.16)
Actual control voltage (5.3.4)
Ratings of external transducers (5.3.5, 5.3.6)

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All other parameters are not essential for operation.


To evaluate the necessary data, use the configuration checklist shown on the last
pages of this service manual.

6.1.2 Inspection
Check whether the external wiring corresponds to the relevant RPH2 wiring diagram.
Particularly whether the reference voltage and the neutral earthing switch position
signals are wired. If a switching of the neutral is not intended, then it is necessary to
short circuit the relevant input terminals of the RPH2 (-X6:8 with -X8:11 for neutral
isolated or -X6:8 with -X8:12 for neutral grounded).
Make sure that the case is properly earthed. If external sensors are necessary, they
are to be installed according to the manufacturer's information. Check whether the
plug-in unit is sitting firmly and the fixing screws are tightened.
Measure the actual RPH2 control voltage with a multimeter. This value (depending on
the model) is required for parameterization (5.3.4).
Check the 48 V field voltage between the terminals -X6:8 and-X6:11 (ground).
Measure the voltage at the inputs of the external transducers (approx. 24 VDC).
Compare the displayed values on the RPH2 for control voltage, hydraulic pressure and
ambient temperature (only models RPH2-xxA) with the externally measured ones.
Verify the connections of the voltage and current transformer circuits (current only for
model RPH2-xI) to the correct terminals (100/3V or 220/3V, 1A or 5A) of the RPH2.
The two functions of the menu [Aux. Functions] maybe helpful by testing the external
connections:
The proper connection of the CBs auxiliary contacts to the RPH2 (only model
RPH2-Sxx) can easily be checked by the function [Aux. Functions][Alarm Input]. When
the circuit breaker is in the closed position you must see three 1 at the first positions in
the status line.

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12345678
L2
L3

When the breaker is in the open position, three 0 will be displayed.


If the remote reset input is activated, at the fourth position a 1 must be displayed.

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By using the function [Aux. Functions][Alarm Output] you can activate individually each
alarm relay by typing a 1 at the according position of the pattern. So the external
wiring of the alarm circuits can be checked on correct function.

6.1.3 First operation


When all inspections are done, operate the dead circuit breaker via the RPH2. On
Point-on-Wave-Controllers with option S check, if the measured operating times are
correct, otherwise adjust the values for [Aux.Timeshift] according to 4.1.2.1. Prove that
the command impulse to the RPH2 is of sufficient length.
For the first load switchings, we recommend using an oscillograph to measure the
currents of the three phases together with the reference voltage, in order to verify that
the unit is working correctly. It is helpful if the three relayed drive commands can also
be recorded on additional oscillograph traces.
By using a RPH2 with the option I the currents during switching can be displayed and
analysed (see 5.5.1).
If the results are not satisfactory you must adapt the pole operating times and/ or the
arcing times to achieve the optimal function.

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Configuration Checklist RPH2


System Data
16 2/3 Hz

System Frequency

50 Hz

Control Voltage (48V...250V)

........................V

Rated Pressure

.........................bar

Switching program: Transformer

Shunt Reactor

60 Hz

Capacitor Bank

User Program
Point on Wave

Function Channel 1
Language
Selftest Interval

L2

L3

T_C1 Neutral isolated

ms

T_C1 Neutral grounded

ms

T_C2 Neutral isolated

ms

T_C2 Neutral grounded

ms

CB Close

German

L1

CB Open

English

(RPH2-1xx only)

French
Free language ...................................

.............Hours

CB Data:
CB Data

L1

L2

L3

Operating Time CH1

ms

Operating Time CH2

ms

Arcing Time CH1

ms

Arcing Time CH2

ms

Aux.Timeshift CH1

ms

Aux.Timeshift CH2

ms

Adaptive Control Weighting Factor ....................


Compensation

Yes

No

kU1 Voltage CH1

....................

kP1 Pressure CH1

....................

kU2 Voltage CH2

....................

kP2 Pressure CH2

....................

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Temperature Compensation:
Switching Channel 1

Temperature
+50 C
+40 C
+30 C
+20 C
+10 C
0 C
-10 C
-20 C
-30 C
-40 C
-50 C

Switching Channel 2

Delta_t
ms
ms
ms
ms
ms
ms
ms
ms
ms
ms
ms

Temperature
+50 C
+40 C
+30 C
+20 C
+10 C
0 C
-10 C
-20 C
-30 C
-40 C
-50 C

Delta_t
ms
ms
ms
ms
ms
ms
ms
ms
ms
ms
ms

Analogue Data:
Thresholds:
Current max. (peak)

....................

Control Voltage max

.....................

Control Voltage min

.....................

Temperature max

....................

Temperature min

.....................

Pressure min

.....................

bar

Pressure max

....................

bar

Actual Control Voltage ....................

V (to be measured and set at site)

CT rated current prim. ....................

CT rated current sec.

1A

5A

Temperature:
Value at 4 mA

.....................

Value at 20 mA

.....................

Value at 4 mA

......................

bar

Value at 20 mA

......................

bar

Pressure:

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Alarms:

Alarmtext

Alarm Functions
Reset Obligatory
Lock-out
Alarm List
Lock-out
Frequency min
Frequency max
Current max
Ref.Voltage Failure
RTC Impulse Failure
Neutral Intermediate
Neutral Grounded
Neutral Isolated
Selftest ERROR
Selftest CH1 ERROR
Selftest CH2 ERROR
Command Time CH1 min
Command Time CH2 min
Operating Time min
Operating Time max
Drive Mech.Failure
Archive Full
Archive Failure
Control Voltage min
Control Voltage max
Temperature min
Temperature max
Temp. Transducer Fault
Pressure min
Pressure max
Press. Transducer Fault

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CHECK--LIST
COMMISSIONNING & MAINTENANCE
Point on Wave type RPH2

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The aim of this document is to describe the different defaults which can occur during the
commissioning and/or the maintenance of the RPH2.

1. Wiring / assembling /schemes

1.1.
Standard wiring of the RPH2 with full options and types of cables
to be used for wiring
1.1.1. Circuit-breaker orders :

Orders : shielded cable with earthed screen.


In order to avoid coupling between signals, it is highly recommended to separate the input
signal of the RPH2 (X8-1 & X8-6) and the outputs (X8-2 to X8-4 and X8-7 to X8-9) in 2

different cables (mandatory when the distance between the control room and the CB is above
500m and the auxiliary supply is up to 200Vdc)

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1.1.2. Control inputs and alarm outputs :

Cables : for auxiliary contacts (CB position) it is mandatory to use twisted pairs shielded
cables with earthed screen.

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1.1.3. Reference voltage and current inputs :

Shielded cable with earthed screen.

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1.1.4. Temperature sensor :

twisted pairs shielded cables with earthed screen.

1.2.

Earthing

The earthing terminal of the RPH2 (located on the right flange at the rear of the RPH2) must
be correctly wired to the earthing of the cabinet, which is also linked to the ground of the

control room.

A default on this earthing can damage the RPH2 in case of potentials coming from the
cables.

1.3.

Auxiliary supply

Symptoms :
-

No illuminated LED on the front of the RPH2 and no functional screen.

The RPH2 is not switched on. Check the auxiliary voltage between

Diagnostic :

terminals X6-10 and X6-11

Solutions :
-

Check the auxiliary cables otherwise change the RPH2

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1.4.

RPH2 not ready

Symptom :
Diagnostic :
-

The green LED Ready on the front panel is not illuminated.

Check the reference voltage input, his frequency, the key-switch position

or the detection of an internal fault during the self-test.

Mind the corresponding alarms can be disabled and this can be trappy !

Correct the default parameter

Solution :

1.5.

Order outputs

Symptom :
-

The RPH2 works correctly (without any alarm) but the delays between
orders are not as expected and the measured values are null.

Diagnostic :
-

Whether the RPH2 is used on opening or tripping, the channel A is with


priority ; Therefore a RPH2-1xxx must be wired between X8-1 for the
order input (opening or closing) and X8-3, X8-4 and X8-5 for the

outputs. If the RPH2-2xxx is used on closing, wired the channel A,


respectively channel B for opening.

Solution :
-

Change the wiring from channel B to channel A mainly for a RPH2-2xxx


used on closing

1.6.

Reference voltage

Symptoms :
-

Opening and/or closing operation detected but delays on outputs orders


not as expected.

Diagnostic :
-

The reference voltage is connected on a phase not corresponding to phase


1 of the RPH2.

Solution :
-

Change the wiring of the RPH2 : Make a rotation of the outputs wiring of
the RPH2. The phase corresponding to the reference voltage must be on

terminal X8-3, the next phase on X8-4 and the last one on X8-5 for
channel A, respectively X8-8, X8-9 and X8-10 for channel B.
-

Do the same permutation for connections of the auxiliary contacts and the
current measures (if option I available)

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1.7.

Too long order

Symptoms :
-

Alarm Command order

Even burn of the input order card if the order is continuous.

The opening or closing order sent to the RPH2 is too long, even

Diagnostic :

permanent.
Solution :
-

Change the electrical scheme, either by decreasing the impulse time (not
more than 500ms), or put an auxiliary relay to cut the order.

1.8.

Inactive screen

Symptoms :
-

Black screen or virtually transparent .

Bad contrast

Modify the contrast setting :

Diagnostic :

Solution :

1. Turn the key-switch to "OFF (Stop).

2. Push the [Enter] key and keep it pushed.


3. Turn the key on "OPERATION.

4. The contrast is modified from the darkest to the clearest image.


5. When the contrast is optimal, hold off the touch [Enter].

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2. Parameters /configuration problems


These problems may occur mainly on site during the commissioning of the RPH2.

2.1.
Symptom :

Diagnostic :

green LED Ready

Green Led not illuminated

Possible reasons :
-

The device detected an internal error during its self-test procedure (often
associated with L1 Led error : self-test error)

The reference voltage is not within the correct values (often associated
with L2 LED error : ref voltage error)

The measured frequency is out of expected range (programmed value +/10%)

The key switch is on the OFF position.

Self-test : try to switch off then on the RPH2 ; if the error remains the

Solution :

same, then change the RPH2.


-

Reference voltage (amplitude or frequency) : analyze of the electrical


scheme within the control room. Check the wiring.

Switch : turn it to Operation position

2.2.
Alarms com. order min/max and discrepancy between
calculated and measured values.
Symptom :

Diagnostic :

Solution :

Alarm com order min/max illuminated (often L4 : Com order min)

The RPH2 is not able to calculate correct values even if the auto-adaptive

correction is set on.

Use the Eliminating Irregular Operating Time Alarms and influence on

adaptive Control procedure (see annex 1), in reference to the wiring and the
used channel. Check the software version of the RPH2.

2.3.

Alarms

2.3.1. Alarms list generated by the RPH2


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-Lock-out : The RPH2 is locked-out, thats to say it doesnt work properly.

-Selftest error : if, during the self test procedure, the RPH2 gives an error, (e.g. memory
failed, ), then this alarm is active.

-Selftest CH1 error : Detected error on channel A (intrenal to RPH2).


-Selftest CH2 error : id. For channel B.

-Reference voltage failure : if there is a modification on the network voltage, this alarm
blinks.

-RTC impulse failure : loss of the clock synchronization signal.

-Frequency min : the frequency check is highly important because if the frequency drops
under 90% of the programmed value, the RPH2 is not able to give a good

synchronization. Then the alarm is active above this limit.

-Frequency max : If the frequency is above 110% of the rated one, the RPH2 wont make a
good synchronization.

-Control voltage min : The coil voltage has a great influence over the operation times and

therefore the operation speed. Below a rated value, we cant synchronize. This alarm is
then on.

-Control voltage max : id. but for an overrun of the max voltage.

-Command time CH1 min : refers to a too short command order . This could induce the

incapability of the RPH32 for giving orders on all phases with the right delays. This

alarm could also happen when a false order (voltage impulse on the command) is seen
by the RPH2. This can be the result of coupling between interconnection cables (from
the BCU or the control room to the CB)

-Command time CH2 min : id. for channel B.

-Current max : When too high currents are detected, this alarm is on. The current limit can
be settled.

-Neutral intermediate : Signals an unwanted state of neutral connection (neither isolated, nor
grounded)

-Neutral grounded : The neutral is grounded (the + polarity is on the terminal X8-12)

-Neutral isolated : The neutral is isolated (the + polarity is on the terminal X8-11)
-Operating time min : signals a too short operating time. Therefore the synchronization is
not possible as the calculated times and the measured times dont match.

-Operating time max : signals a too long operating time. Therefore the synchronization is
not possible as the calculated times and the measured times dont match.

-Drive mechanical failure : Default of the mechanical drive ; the corresponding pole position
didnt change (could also be a problem with auxiliary contact wirings)

-Archive full : The RPH2 is able to store up to 1000 archives ; when we reach 900 records,
this alarm is lighted.

-Archive failure : memory default.

-Temprature min : The CB is able to perform within a temperature range. If the external

temperature drops below the limit, the dispersion in the operating times increase and

then a good synchronization is not possible.

-Temperature max : id. For high temperature.

-Temperature transducer fault : this alarm shows a problem on the temperature sensor or its
wiring.

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-Pressure min : For hydraulic pressure command, the oil pressure is mandatory to determine
the operation times. When the pressure is too low, these times are corrupted.

-Pressure max : id. For higher pressures.

-Pressure tranducer fault : this alarm shows a problem on the hydraulic pressure sensor, or
its wiring.

2.3.2. Standard alarms list settled within the RPH2 (for a spring mechanism)
The following list is based on the standard settings as programmed in AHT factory. These
parameters can be changed, and therefore it is mandatory to check the alarm list before
using this.
Alarm

Symptom

L1 : self test error

Alarm L1 lighted

L2 : Ref. voltage

Alarm L2 lighted

L3 : Control voltage

Alarm L3 lighted

L4 : Comm. Time min

Alarm L4 lighted

failure

min/max

Diagnostic

Solution

Internal error

Try to switch off then

self-test procedure.

alarm is always on,

detected during the

Loss of reference

voltage or bad

frequency value.

on the RPH2. If the


change the RPH2.

Analyze the electrical


scheme.

Auxiliary voltage out

Check the battery

Command time on

Analyze the electrical

of limits.

opening or closing
order is too short

voltage

scheme.

(<100ms)
L5 : Neutral

intermediate

Alarm L5 lighted

Neutral position

check the

the RPH2 is not able

X6-8 and X8-11 or

unknown, therefore
to know the correct

switching program :
L6 : Oper. Time
min/max

Alarm L6 lighted

Check the calculated

and measured values

connections between
12 (depending on
neutral position).

Use the procedure

Eliminating Irregular
Operating Time

Alarms and Influence

On Adaptive Control
L7 : Temperature
min/max

Alarm L7 lighted

Check the wiring of

Check the cable,

sensor if the ambient

sensor.

the temperature

temperature is inside

either change the

the programmed
limits.

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3. Maintenance problems

3.1.

No start-up

Symptoms :
-

All LEDs are out (even the first green one) but the auxiliary supply is
correctly wired between terminals X6-10 et X6-11

Diagnostic :
-

A DC permanent voltage (>35Vdc) is present on the order input signal


(X8-1 for channel A and X8-6 for channel B) and blocks the RPH2.

Solution :
-

Check the voltages on terminals X8-1 for channel A and X8-6 for channel
B) during the self-test.

If there is a permanent DC voltage >35Vdc, 2 solutions are possible : first,


using a resistor between the related terminal and the earth (X8-1 for

channel A and X8-6 for channel B) in order to decrease this voltage. For
example : for a measured value of 52Vdc measured on X8-1, a resistor
value equals to 820 / 12W should decrease this voltage to 9V and

therefore release the RPH2. Second solution : we can put a signal diode on
X8-1 and X8-6 inputs.

3.2.

Destroy of inputs

Symptmes :
-

Some inputs (often the auxiliary contacts inputs) are destroyed (burnt

components on the electronic card).


-

High frequency perturbations are bbeing measured on these inputs.

Some composants or the printed circuit of the acquisition card are burnt.

Remplace the corresponding card or the complete RPH2.

Diagnostic :

Solution :
-

Put a varistor on these inputs (to be calibrated in accordance to the


voltage)between the inputs and the earth.

Install a filter on the reference voltage input.

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3.3.

Return polarity

Symptoms :
-

Some inputs/outputs of the RPH2 (often the auxiliary contacts inputs) are
damaged.

A DC voltage above 60Vdc is measured on the auxiliary contacts inputs.

Damage of the auxiliary contacts inputs by return polarity.

Try to determine the root cause of this interference voltage and, if

Diagnostic :

Solution :

possible, take it out (In case of coupling between cables, it souldnt be


easy to eliminate)
-

Wire a resistor between the concerned input and the earth. Mind this
resistor will heat and then put a protection against unwell contact.

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End of equipment service life

Dismantling and recovery of


components of circuit breaker
Presentation
In this module

This module contains the following subjects:


Subject
I -- Introduction
II -- General remarks
III -- Categories and treatment of the materials:
1 -- Treatment of the SF6 gas
2 -- Materials to be recycled
3 -- Waste products to be destroyed by incineration
4 -- Special wastes

01--2011

ALSTOM 2010. All rights reserved. Information contained in this document is indicative only. No representation or warranty is given or should be
relied on that it is complete or correct or will apply to any particular project. This will depend on the technical and commercial circumstances. It is
provided without liability and is subject to change without notice. Reproduction, use or disclosure to third parties, without express written authority, is
strictly prohibited.

Page
2
3
4--5

L80--000EN02
1/6
GRID

End of equipment service life

Dismantling and recovery of


components of circuit breaker
I -- Introduction
During the elimination phase for a High Voltage gas insulated circuit
breaker, at the end of its service life, the quality of the treatment of wastes
generated represents the essential environmental aspect.
This manual proposes, for each element of a High Voltage gas insulated
circuit breaker, the recommended method of elimination for the various
materials it comprises, as well as any possible precautions to be taken.

01--2011

ALSTOM 2010. All rights reserved. Information contained in this document is indicative only. No representation or warranty is given or should be
relied on that it is complete or correct or will apply to any particular project. This will depend on the technical and commercial circumstances. It is
provided without liability and is subject to change without notice. Reproduction, use or disclosure to third parties, without express written authority, is
strictly prohibited.

L80--000EN02
2/6
GRID

End of equipment service life

Dismantling and recovery of


components of circuit breaker
II -- General remarks
It is necessary to proceed with a maximum amount of dismantling, so as to
ensure the best recycling possible of the materials.
Various categories of materials can be distinguished depending on the
waste processing channel followed:
DS The SF6 gas to be recycled or reprocessed
DS The metals to be recycled (without taking into account any surface
treatment, paintwork or electro--silverplating)
DS Waste products to be destroyed by incineration or sent to the waste
dump depending on the channel available.
DS Special wastes

01--2011

ALSTOM 2010. All rights reserved. Information contained in this document is indicative only. No representation or warranty is given or should be
relied on that it is complete or correct or will apply to any particular project. This will depend on the technical and commercial circumstances. It is
provided without liability and is subject to change without notice. Reproduction, use or disclosure to third parties, without express written authority, is
strictly prohibited.

L80--000EN02
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GRID

End of equipment service life

Dismantling and recovery of


components of circuit breaker
III -- Categories and treatment of the materials
1 -- Treatment of
SF6 gas

The SF6 gas will be recycled in accordance with the recommendations of


the IEC 60480 Standard.
However, when recovering the SF6 gas, it is important to respect the following precautions:
-- Weigh the recipients used before and after filling, so as to ensure
traceability of the weights recovered
-- For each recipient, carry out a measurement of the purity of the SF6
gas and a search for the decomposition products (SO2, HF)
In case of absence of a local waste processing channel for the recycling of
SF6, we recommend a return to our site in Villeurbanne, where we propose reprocessing via our European service providers.

2 -- Materials to be
recycled

Metals form the main constituent of a gas insulated substation.


The main types of metal making up a substation are:
-- Steel: steelwork structure, fasteners, electrical cubicle frames, etc.
-- Aluminium: moulded or mechanical welded enclosures, conductor bars,
electrodes, etc.
-- Bolted fasteners, threaded rods, rating and name plates
-- Bare copper: electrical contacts, etc.
-- Insulated copper: electrical cable
It is important to separate these different metals when dismantling the substation at the end of its service life. In particular for small sub--assemblies
made up of various materials.
In certain simple cases, it is sufficient to remove the fasteners ensuring the
assembly and, in other cases, specific instructions shall be given.
The aluminium and copper elements must, under no circumstances,
be mixed. Specific waste processing channels associated with these
materials do not allow for perfect separation during their processing.
In cases where it is impossible to separate them, the component
must be sent for incineration.

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components of circuit breaker
III -- Categories and treatment of the materials (contd.)
3 -- Waste products to This type of waste includes the rest of the materials used in the composibe destroyed by
tion of a gas insulated substation, other than for a few very specific cases.
incineration
These waste products mainly include:
-- Parts in epoxy resin: insulating cone in the case of circuit breakers with
insertion resistance
-- Plastic parts loaded with glass fibre (insulating tubes, etc.)
-- Seals and gaskets, rubber bands, roller bearings
-- Insulators (support or interrupting chamber) composites etc.
Where possible, we recommend that this type of waste be sent via incineration channels with waste heat recovery.

4 -- Special wastes

Certain elements, due to their function or the material constituting them,


cannot be sent via a recycling or incineration channel.
They include the following components:
-- Insulating parts from the interrupting chamber
-- Absorbent molecular sieves
-- The active elements in electrical cubicles
-- Ceramic insulators (support or interrupting chamber) or those still called
porcelain, etc.
These waste products will follow specific channels and/or undergo certain
types of processing.
Precise instructions will be supplied for these types of components.

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Management of SF6 gas

SF6 gas : Environmental impacts


Introduction

The SF6 gas contributes to the greenhouse effect:


The greenhouse effect is a natural phenomena, which by capturing a part of
the infra--red rays reflected from ground to space, enables the Earth to have
an average temperature of 15C.
The most abundant gases, which participate in the creation of this greenhouse effect are Water Vapour, Carbon Dioxide, Methane. However, since the
beginning of the industrial era, Man has released gases into the atmosphere,
which artificially increase the greenhouse effect.
Even if Sulphur Hexafluoride (SF6) is only present in the environment in low
levels, it creates a greenhouse gas, which has the capacity to absorb the
infra--red rays emitted by the Earth, which is 22,200 times higher than that of
Carbon Dioxide.
N.B. : 1 kg of SF6 gas emissions are, thus, the equivalent of
22,200 kg of Carbon Dioxide, which corresponds to the greenhouse effect gas waste released by a gasoline vehicle covering
120,000 km.
SF6 gas is used in High--and Medium--Voltage switchgear for its breaking and
insulation capacities.
The SF6 emissions can be generated in the equipment manufacturing, operating, maintenance and decommissioning processes. The losses are, either,
accidental (equipment breakage),or structural (equipments leaktightness).
Under no circumstances, SF6 gas should be released to the environment:
N.B. : In accordance with the International Kyoto Agreements,
European Regulations on fluorinated gases and IEC 62271--303
applicable standards (e.g.. IEC 61634), SF6 gas handling operations (filling, recovery) must be carried out by trained and qualified personnel, using tools and procedures enabling gas releases
to be limited.

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Management of SF6 gas

SF6 gas safety rules


New SF6

D Sulphur Hexafluoride (SF6) is a colourless, odourless and non--toxic gas.


D However, it is a gas, which does not maintain life.
This gas is heavier than air and the lower parts such as trenches or cable
troughs can contain a strong concentration of this gas, which could lead to
asphyxia.
N.B. : The maximum permissible concentration on a workstation,
assuming that people stay there 8 hours a day, 5 days a week,
is 1000 ppm (i.e. 0.1%) of the volume. This very low level is a
standard value for all non--toxic gases, which are not usually
present in the atmosphere.

Every recipient containing new SF6 gas should be labelled as indicated


below:

Clean SULPHUR
HEXALUORIDE
SF
6
S 7/9 Keep container tightly closed in a well-ventilated place.
S 20/21 When using, do not eat, drink or
smoke.
S 45 In the event of an accident, contact a
doctor immediately (if possible show the doctor
this label).
S61 -- Avoid release to the environment. Refer
to special Instructions / Safety Data Sheet.
S 63 If inhaled, move the victim out of the
contaminated area and keep them still.
S51 -- Use only in well ventilated areas.

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SF6 gas safety rules (contd.)


Used SF6

D Under the influence of electrical arcing, SF6 gas can be broken down into
sub--products, which are more or less toxic and/or corrosive.
D Depending on their nature, these products can be irritant for the mucous
membranes, the respiratory tracts and the skin.
The SF6 decomposition products are brought to light, even when present in
very low levels, by a strong pungent and sulphur odour.
Every recipient containing used SF6 gas should be labelled:
Used SF6 gas will be stored in a pressurised, leak--tight container, which must
be resistant to decomposition products (valves, connectors and piping included) and will be regularly inspected in accordance with the standards in force.
The maximum quantity of polluted gas stored on site will be defined in accordance with the rules in force.

LiquidGAS,
toxic,
corrosive,
n.s.a.
C - CORROSIVE

T+ - VERY TOXIC

(Contains used Sulphur Hexafluoride SF6)


R 26/27/28 VERY TOXIC BY INHALATION, IN CONTACT
WITH SKIN AND IF SWALLOWED.

S 7/9 Keep container tightly closed in a well-- ventilated place.


S 20/21 When using, do not eat, drink or smoke.
S 38 In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory
equipment.
S 45 In the event of an accident, contact a doctor immediately
(if possible show the doctor this label).
S61 -- Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special Instructions / Safety Data Sheet.
S 63 If inhaled, move the victim out of the contaminated area
and keep them still.
S 51 -- Use only in well ventilated areas.

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Management of SF6 gas

SF6 gas safety rules (contd.)


Used SF6

For all interventions, it is necessary to respect the following instructions:


In every zone where the SF6 is implemented
D It is forbidden to smoke, eat, drink or store food.
D Ventilation must be sufficient.
D It is forbidden to use a fuel engine.
D Individual protection must be worn, following the table below.

Individual
protection

SF6 Technical
grade.

Conforming
Non--conforming SF6
SF6 including including toxic prolow levels of ducts.
Pure SF6 and toxic products .
SF6 (post--arcing).
used
gas
without
toxic
Studies of the comproducts.
partment containing
polluted SF6.

Wearing of
Gloves
Wearing of Eye
Protection
Wearing of a
Simple Face
Mask
Wearing of a
Cartridge Filter
Face Mask
Wearing of a
Combination
N.B. : For the elimination, the individual protection is managed in HIW

D Furthermore, the personnel intervening on the equipment, must respect at


minimum the following instructions : after draining gas,
-- Remove the SF6 decomposition products immediately after the opening
of the equipment in order to avoid a chemical re--combination with water.
-- Ventilation must be sufficient.
-- Use an appropriate vacuum cleaner equipped with a dust filter and wipe
with a clean, dry cloth.
-- Avoid shaking the cloth
-- Block the SF6 decomposition products (i.e. molecular sieve, cloth soiled
with a 3% sodium hydroxide solution during 24 h) and destroy as dangerous
waste.
D Avoid contact with soiled parts or dust (Individual Protection)
Soiled individual protection, soiled dusters, soiled molecular sieve, polluted
gas, must be destroyed as dangerous industrial waste. Polluted gas will be
incinerated or recycled depending on its level of pollution.
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Transportation of SF6 gas


D Transportation of SF6 gas is considered as a transportion of dangerous
materials. It must be carried out in accordance with the regulations in force,
especially the ADR Regulations in Europe (European Agreement concerning
the International Road Transport of dangerous materials).
D For each transport, each container must be labelled, the label must be
visible and be combined with a Health & Safety / Transportation label and a
Transportation slip for dangerous materials must be drawn up.
D In the event of a transportation of SF6 gas containing toxic products
(waste), the document for dangerous materials must include the ADR 2.2 T
C classification with a Safety Plan. The combined label will be the following :

USED SF6
SULPHUR
HEXAFLUORIDE

LiquidGAS,
toxic,
corrosive,
n.s.a.
C - CORROSIVE

T+ - VERY TOXIC

(Contains used Sulphur Hexafluoride SF6)

R 26/27/28 VERY TOXIC BY INHALATION, IN CONTACT


WITH SKIN AND IF SWALLOWED.
S 7/9 Keep container tightly closed in a well-- ventilated place.
S 20/21 When using, do not eat, drink or smoke.
S 38 In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.
S 45 In the event of an accident, contact a doctor immediately (if possible
show the doctor this label).
S 61 -- Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special Instructions / Safety
Data Sheet.
S 63 If inhaled, move the victim out of the contaminated area and keep them
still.
S 51 -- Use only in well ventilated areas.

D Loading and unloading operations are carried out by trained and qualified
personnel in accordance with the instructions in force.

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Applicable documentation
International Standards

D IEC 60 376 : Technical Quality specifications of Sulphur Hexafluoride (SF6)


for use in electrical devices.
D IEC 60 480 : guidelines concerning the testing and treatment of Sulphur
Hexaluoride (SF6) sampled on electrical devices and specifications concerning re--use.
D IEC 62 271--303 : high--voltage switchgear use and handling operations
of Sulphur Hexafluoride (SF6) in high--voltage switchgear.

Technical guides

D SF6 Practical Handling instructions -- CIGRE Brochure 273 : SF6


Practical Handling guide
D SF6 Recycling Guide (Revision 2003) -- CIGRE Brochure 234 -- August
2003 -- PARIS : SF6 recycling guide

European Regulations

European Regulations (EC) No842/2006 of 17th of May 2006 concerning certain greenhouse effect fluorinated gases.

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Guidelines for the handling of used SF6 gas


and its secondary products
Presentation
Introduction

These maintenance directives incorporate measures for avoiding the hazards


involved in the application of SF6 gas to switchgear.
Such directives are protective measures and recommendations for the user
of SF6 switchgear.

Fundamental
rules

Instructions for performance of work on SF6 gas switchgear are given in the
appropriate instruction manuals.
Switchgear may only be opened after the preparations for scavenging have
been completed.

In this module

This module contains the following topics :


Topic
Evacuation of SF6 gas apparatus
Opening--up SF6 gas switchgear
Recapitulation of important instructions

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Guidelines for the handling of used SF6 gas


and its secondary products
Evacuation of SF6 gas apparatus
Principle and
precautions

The table below gives the principle of evacuation of SF6 gas apparatus and
precautions to take :
Step
1
2
3
4

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Action
De--energize apparatus, switch--off where applicable and earth.
Connect the servicing unit to the gas filling nipple by means of a
hose and using an adsorber filter.
Remove the SF6 gas using the vacuum pump. Depending on the
gas volume ; it can be stored for re--use as per indications of IEC
standard.
Fill gas compartment if possible with nitrogen or dry compressed air
at rated pressure and subsequently, discharge outdoors (if possible
through an absorber filter).

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Guidelines for the handling of used SF6 gas


and its secondary products
Opening--up SF6 gas switchgear
Precautions to take

At the time of the opening--up SF6 gas switchgear, take the precautions
below :
DS Open--up SF6 switchgear only after the gas has been evacuated and the
pressure inside the apparatus has been reduced to that of atmospheric pressure.
DS Put the ventilation system in operation or ensure that fresh air circulates
in some other manner when switchgear which contains decomposition
products is opened (e.g. circuit--breaker).
DS Wear suitable fresh air breathing apparatus if there is even the slightest
possibility that personnel working on the equipment could be put in danger
through inhalation of hazardous amounts of gas vapor from powdery decomposition products.
DS Wear special overalls when working on opened--up SF6 switchgear which
contains powdery decomposition products. After completing work remove
overalls.
DS Avoid stirring--up dust and powder from SF6 switchgear. Difficult to remove
dust can be removed with dry non--fibrous rags. A vacuum cleaner should be
used to remove loose dust. The vacuum cleaner filter should be able to retains
particles of a least 1 m in size.
DS Items (such as rags, vacuum cleaner, throw--away--overalls, gloves, etc.)
which come in contact with the decomposition products must be collected and
neutralized so that the dust cannot be transferred. Before getting rid of these
items neutralize in a 3 percent soda solution for 24 hours. verify the degree
of neutralization after 24 hours. When soda is added, no bubbles should be
result. If there are bubbles repeat the neutralization.
DS Under all circumstances ensure that the decomposition products neither
come in contact with skin, eyes, clothes, nor that they are swallowed or
inhaled. Pay special attention to cleanliness of body, clothes and work-bench. Dust or powder that comes in contact with skin must be washed away
with plenty of water.
It is advisable to wash face, neck, arms and hands with soap and plenty of
water before work--breaks and after stoppage of work.
DS Avoid eating, drinking, smoking or storing eatables in rooms or outdoors
near to opened SF6 switchgear which may contain arc--decomposed powder.

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Guidelines for the handling of used SF6 gas


and its secondary products
Recapitulation of important instructions
Reminder

Pure, non--contaminated SF6 gas is non--poisonous. Electrical discharges


and fault--switching arcs will give rise to different grades of poisonous decomposition products. In small amounts gaseous decomposition products produce -- within seconds and before any poisonous effects can take place -warning symptoms, such as an unpleasant piercing odor, nasal, mouth and
eye irritations, which enable working personnel to withdraw to safety. Solid
decomposition products (powdery residues from switching) can cause skin
irritations. SF6 is about five times heavier than air, and in the absence of turbulence, results in the gas collecting just above ground level and causing suffocation through a deficiency of oxygen.

Important
instructions

The table below recapitulates the important instructions to follow at the time
of handling of used SF6 gas and decomposition products :
No.
1

6
7

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Instruction
As soon as an unpleasant, piercing odor from decomposition products
becomes perceptible leave the substation room without delay. enter
the room only after thorough ventilation or when wearing suitable oxygen breathing masks (with filtering or fresh air device).
After disturbances, enter the substation room only after having thoroughly aired the room or when wearing independent of ambient--air
operating oxygen breathing masks, or alternatively, after verifying by
measurement that the ambient air contains at least 17% volume of
oxygen, especially if, one has to reckon with the concentration of SF6
in hazardous amounts.
Enter rooms located below, and connected with the substation--rooms
after thorough ventilation only, or when wearing oxygen breathing
masks which operate independent of the ambient--air, or alternatively,
after having verified by measurement that the ambient air contains at
least 17% volume of oxygen.
Ensure that the room ventilation operates satisfactorily, whilst maintenance work is being performed on SF6 switchgear (discharging and
filling of gas, opening and cleaning of equipment).
When working on opened SF6 switchgear protect skin against contact
with gas and avoid swallowing or inhaling of gas. Ensure body, clothing
and work--bench cleanliness. Wear special work--overalls and after
completion of work discard latter.
Wash skin which comes in contact with powder deposits with plenty of
water. Before work--breaks and after work wash face, neck, arms and
hands thoroughly with soap and plenty of water.
Do not stir--up powder deposits resulting from arc--switching. Remove
sticky powder with dry rags. Use suitable vacuum cleaner with paper-filter to remove loose powder. Discard used items and filter--bags in
such a manner that powder deposit does not spread. Before discarding
neutralize used items.
Avoid eating, drinking and storing eatables in rooms with opened SF6
switchgear which contains powder deposits.

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Installation

Supporting frame assembly

Presentation
Reminder

Frames may be supplied by either ALSTOM Grid or the customer.

In this module

This module contains the following topics :


Topic
Components necessary for the operation
Support--frame components (per pole)
Preparing the column
Frame--support assembly

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Installation

Supporting frame assembly

Components necessary for the operation


Necessary product

Grease MOBILPLEX 47 -- MOBILUX EP3 (screws greasing).

Necessary tools

List of the tools necessary for the installing :


Mark
(1)

Handling

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Diagram

Designation

Number

Lifting strap
(3 m)

The support--frame assembly operations and lifting


the pole should be performed by at least two persons.

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Support--frame components (per pole)


Introduction

If the support--frame is supplied by ALSTOM Grid, check the necessary


components to the assembling.

Necessary
components

List of the ALSTOM Grid components necessary for the assembling :


Mark

Diagram

Designation

Number

(2)

Support

(3)

Support

(5)

Screws
H M16-45

(7)

Screws
H M16-35

16

(9)

Washer
NORDLOCK NL16 SS

16

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Support--frame components (per pole), continued


Necessary
components,
continued

List of the ALSTOM Grid components necessary for the assembling :

Mark

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Diagram

Designation

Number

(20)

Screws
H M16-45

16

(21)

Strengthening piece

(24)

Strengthening piece

(25)

Strengthening piece

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Preparing the column


Dismantling the case
of the poles

Remove the side panels of the case.


NOTE : The extraction of the columns will be in the order A, B and
C.

Preparing the pole

D Sling the A column with the aid of two flexible lifting straps (1).
D Extract the column from the case and put it down on the case wood cover
laying :
-- first, the end of the column,
-- second, the support of the operating mechanism (4) on a wedge to ensure
the correct installing of the frame supports.
X minimumminimum = 260 mm

1
1

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Frame--support assembly
Process

The table below gives the steps of installing the supports of the frame :
Step
1

Action
With the aid of two flexible lifting straps, position the frame--support
(3) onto the housing (10) and fasten it with the use of the screws (7)
and NORDLOCK washers (9). Do not tighten the screws (7).
-- Install the screw (5) only on this support.

10

x1
2x2
7

5
H M16--45

H M16--35
2

With the aid of two flexible lifting straps, position the frame--support
(2) onto the housing (10) and fasten it with the use of the screws (7)
and NORDLOCK washers (9). Do not tighten the screws (7).

10

2x2
7

H M16--35
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Frame--support assembly, continued


Process, continued

The table below gives the steps of installing the supports of the frame :
Step
3

Action
Install the strengthening pieces (21)--(25) inside the frame--support
(2) with the use of the screws (20). Adjust the distance between the
supports and fasten the strengthening pieces (21)--(25) on the
frame--support (3). Do not tighten the screws (20).

x4

20

3
21
4

25
H M16--45

With the aid of two flexible lifting straps, position the frame--support
(2) onto the housing (10) and fasten it with the use of the screws (7)
and NORDLOCK washers (9). Do not tighten the screws (7).
10

2x2
7

2
H M16--35
5

With the aid of two flexible lifting straps, position the frame--support
(3) onto the housing (10) and fasten it with the use of the screws (7)
and NORDLOCK washers (9). Do not tighten the screws (7).
10
3

2x2
7

H M16--35
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GRID

Installation

Supporting frame assembly

Frame--support assembly, continued


Process, continued

The table below gives the steps of installing the supports of the frame :
Step
6

Action
Install the strengthening pieces (21)--(25) inside the frame--support
(2) with the use of the screws (20). Adjust the distance between the
supports and fasten the strengthening pieces (21)--(25) on the
frame--support (3). Do not tighten the screws (20).
21
3

2x2

20

25
21
25

2
7

H M16--45

Install the strengthening pieces (24) outside the frame--support with


the use of the screws (20).

x2
20

H M16--45

24

24

x2
20
24
24

H M16--45

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GRID

Installation

Supporting frame assembly

Frame--support assembly, continued


Process, continued

The table below gives the steps of installing the supports of the frame :
Step
8

Action
Tighten all the screws to the recommended torques.
18 daN.m

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Supporting frame assembly

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L31--138EN/03
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GRID

Installation

Lifting and positioning the pole

Presentation
Necessary tools

List of the necessary ALSTOM Grid tools for the lifting and positionning of the
pole :
Mark

Diagram

(1)

In this module

Designation

Number

LIFTING STRAP
SPANSET (3 m -- 1000 kg)

This module contains the following topics :


Topic

Page
2
3

Lifting the pole


Positioning the pole

Warning

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Procedure limited to pole installation only. For removal, contact


ALSTOM.
Any faults or cracks in the column may render the procedure
dangerous.

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GRID

Installation

Lifting and positioning the pole

Lifting the pole


Process

Install the two flexible lifting straps (1), placing these at the end of the column.
By means of a lifting device hoist the pole up whilst allowing it to rest on the
base of the frame.
Place the trip ropes (10) on the support legs of the chassis frame (9) to ensure
guidance of the pole at the time of lifting.
Lift the pole with precaution.

10

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GRID

Installation

Lifting and positioning the pole

Positioning the pole


Process

The table below gives the steps of positioning the pole :


Step
1

Action
Use a lifting device to position the chassis frame onto its ground
attachment points but do not secure it, whilst respecting the orientation of the pole indicated on the sketch of the device.

If necessary, place shims under the supports of the frame so that


the upper plate is level.
Install the washers (12) and clamp the whole to the ground using
nut.
Remove the lifting straps.
Check the tightening torques of all frame screws.

3
4
5
18 daN.m

Tighten the fixings on the two floor seatings in accordance with the
module entitled Tightening Torques and in accordance with the
diameters of the anchoring points.

12

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GRID

Installation

Lifting and positioning the pole

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L31--200EN/06
4/4
GRID

Installation

Installing terminals
with preparation of contact surfaces
Presentation
Diagram

In this module

This module contains the following topics :


Topic
Components, products and accessories
Preparing the contact surfaces
Installing terminals

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4

L31--504EN/03
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GRID

Installation

Installing terminals
with preparation of contact surfaces
Components, products and accessories
Necessary
components

List of the ALSTOM Grid components necessary for the assembling (per
pole) :
Mark

Necessary products
and accessories

Designation

Number

(1)

Terminal

(3)

Screws
H M12--45

List of the ALSTOM Grid products and accessories necessary for the installing :
ALSTOM
Grid
reference

01--2011

Diagram

Diagram

Designation

--01861262

ISOPROPANOL (1 l)
Can of ISOPROPANOL (1l)

--01835106

204--9
Vaseline 204--9

--01835118

Contactal grease

--01831320

A400
Abrasive paper A400

--02212337

Scotch Brite A--VF

--02212334

Rag

--02211842

N4
Round brush No.4

--02211831

N16
Brush No.16

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GRID

Installation

Installing terminals
with preparation of contact surfaces
Preparing the contact surfaces
Preparing the
contact grease

The contact grease is a mixture composed of Vaseline and Contactal grease.


CONTACT GREASE = 50% Vaseline + 50% Contactal grease

Preparing the
contact surfaces

The table below gives the steps of preparing the contact surfaces :
Step

Action

Diagram
X2

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Remove the temporary screws


from the terminal pads X1 and
X2.

Dry rub with fine emery cloth.

Eliminate the dust produced.

Coat
with
GREASE.

Wipe with a clean rag, leaving


just a thin layer of grease.

Rub over the grease with waterproof abrasive paper A400.

X1

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GRID

Installation

Installing terminals
with preparation of contact surfaces
Installing terminals
Process

Assemble immediately the terminals (1) on the interrupting chambers (2) after
preparation of contact surfaces. Fasten the terminals using screws (3); use
CONTACT GREASE to seal the screws.

2
2

x 4
3

Comment

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H M12--45
5 daN.m

D The electrical resistance value of the assembly should be :


R 2
D Before installing H.V. connectors, prepare the contact surfaces in the
same way.

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L31--504EN/03
4/4
GRID

Installation

Installing the capacitors

Presentation
Diagram

Necessary tools

List of the tools necessary :


Mark

Diagram

(12)

In this module

Designation

Number

Lifting strap
(3 m)

This module contains the following topics :


Topic

Page
2
3
4

Components and products


Preparing the capacitors
Installing the capacitors

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L31--605EN/02
1/4
GRID

Installation

Installing the capacitors

Components and products


Necessary
components

List of the ALSTOM Grid components necessary for the assembling (per
pole) :
Mark

Necessary products

02--2011

Diagram

Designation

Number

(1)

Capacitor

(3)

Support

(4)

Support
(depending on the apparatus)

(5)

Screws
H M12-30

(8)

Screws
H M12-45

(9)

Screws
H M12-25

(1)

Spacer

or

S MOBILPLEX 47 -- MOBILUX EP3 : screw greasing.

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GRID

Installation

Installing the capacitors

Preparing the capacitors


Installing
the supports

S Install the support (3) on the capacitor (1) using the screws (5).
S Install the support (4) on the capacitor (1) using the screws (5).

x 2

x 2
5

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4
4

H M12--30
5 daN.m

H M12--30
5 daN.m

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GRID

Installation

Installing the capacitors

Installing the capacitors


Process

Install the capacitors (1) on the interrupting chambers (6) and (7) -- on the
opposite side as the bosse of the housing (13) -- using the screws (8)
and (9).
NOTE : Use the two spacers (10) to install the capacitors -- capacitor
support (4) side.

To avoid the rotation of the interrupting chambers, insert a wedge (13)


under the supports of the capacitors (3)--(4) after installing.

3 -- 4

13

H M12--25
5 daN.m

13

x 2

1
1
9

x 2

10

H M12--25
5 daN.m
4
10

x 2

H M12--45
5 daN.m

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L31--605EN/02
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GRID

Installation

Installing stress-- shields on the interrupting chambers

Presentation
Diagram

In this module

This module contains the following topics :


Topic

Page
2
3

Preparing the stress--shields


Installing the stress--shields

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GRID

Installation

Installing stress-- shields on the interrupting chambers

Preparing the stress--shields


Necessary
ALSTOM Grid
components

List of the ALSTOM Grid components necessary for the assembling (per
pole) :

Mark

Diagram

Designation

Number

(1)

Stress--shields ring

(2)

Bracket

(3)

Screws
H M10-30

Necessary product

MOBILPLEX 47 -- MOBILUX EP3 : screw greasing.

Assembling

Install the brackets (2) on the stress--shields ring (1) using screws (3) do not
tighten.

2
3

x 4
H M10--30

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Installation

Installing stress-- shields on the interrupting chambers

Installing stress-- shields


Necessary
ALSTOM Grid
components

List of the ALSTOM Grid components necessary for the assembling (per
pole) :
Mark

Diagram

(5)

Designation

Number

Screws
H M12-30

Necessary product

LOCTITE 262 (screws locking)

Process

Install the stress--shields (1) at each end of the interrupting chambers (4)
using the screws (5).
NOTE : Lock the screws (5) with LOCTITE 262.
4
1

1
5
1

x 4
H M10--30
3,2 daN.m

x 4
5
H M12--30
5 daN.m

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Installing stress-- shields on the interrupting chambers

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L31--664EN/02
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GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Presentation
Markings

Before coupling the chambers and column, check that the markings on the
breaking chambers correspond with those on the column

Time taken for


coupling operation

The final chamber/column coupling operations should be completed in a


time of 40 min.
NOTE: The coupling operations must be carried out by a minimum
of two people.

T(max) 40 min

Lifting means

Provide an adequate means of


hoisting:
3,000 daN (minimum).
An aerial basket is mandatory.

Stages of the
coupling operation

The chamber- column coupling operation can be broken down into a number of stages:
Step
A

Subject
Preparing the columns corona shield
Preparing the elements required for the coupling operation
Hoisting and preparing the breaking chamber

Final coupling

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GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Preparing the columns corona shield


Elements required:
ALSTOM Grid

List of ALSTOM Grid elements required for assembly (per pole):

Mark

Assembly

Illustration

Description

Quantity

(50)

Corona shields

(51)

Lugs

(52)

Fittings
H M10-30

Attach the lugs (51) to the corona shield (50) using the fittings (52) without
overtightening.
51

50

x 4
52

Positioning

H M10- 30

Temporarily fit the corona shield (50) to the base of the first isolator on the
column (1).

1
50

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Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Preparing the elements required for the coupling operation


Elements required:
ALSTOM Grid

List of ALSTOM Grid items necessary for the operation:


Mark
(20)

(21)

Illustration

Description

Quantity

Seal

Screws
H M16- 65 (19 mm)
H M16- 75 (30 mm)

(22)

Washer
M16

16

(23)

Nut

(24)

Coupling pin

(25)

Circlips

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Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Preparing the elements required for the coupling operation, continued


Tools required
ALSTOM Grid

List of ALSTOM Grid tools necessary for the operation:


Mark

Products required

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Illustration

Description

Quantity

(30)
(31)

Short centring pin


Long centring pin

(32)

Lever

(33)

Protective mask

(34)

Trolley stop

(35)

Fitting tool for


coupling pin

(37)

Circlip clamp
(not supplied)

S MOLYKOTE M111 Grease: greasing contact surfaces


S LOCTITE 225: locking fitting in place
S MOBILPLEX 47 - MOBILUX EP3: greasing fittings

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L31- 7138EN/01
4/16
GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Hoisting and preparing the breaking chamber


Raising the breaking
chambers

Using two slings, lift the chambers and LEVEL THEM, the casing (2) should
be at head height (approximate weight: 700 kg).

Assembling the
centring pins

Fit parts A, B & C to the centring pins (30) & (31) without locking them in place
so that they may be easily removed later on.
NOTE: Pin (31) is longer than pin (30).

A
Depressurizing
the chambers

30

31

S Remove the cap (5) from the transport cover (4) and operate the valve (6)
to re- establish atmospheric pressure within the chambers.
REMINDER: transport pressure nitrogen: azote (N2) at 0.03 MPa at 205C
(101.3 kPa).
S Refit the cap (5).

4
5

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GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Final coupling
Orientation of the
chambers

To aid later identification of the chambers it is of the utmost important that they
be coupled the right way round.
There are two humps (B1 & B2) on the casing (2).
Set the chambers level with the column (1) so that the humps (B1 & B2) on
the casing (2) are on the same side as the control mounting (3).

B1
2
1

B2
2

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GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Final coupling, continued


Removing the
chamber transport
cover

The table below shows the steps for removing the chamber transport cover:

Step
1

Action
Remove the fixings (40) and
insert the lever (32) through
the bracket rings (7).
Pull on the lever (32) to open
the cover (4).
Hold on two two of the cover
bolts (40) for later use.

Illustration

x 8

40
H M16- 55
7

32
2

Start timing.
(The final chamber/column
coupling operations should
be completed in a time of
40 min).

Pull off the cover (4) to free


the stop ring (8) and Rilsan
collar (9).
8

4
4

Using wire cutters, cut


through the Rilsan collar (9)
holding the connector tube
and remove it.

9
5

Using the coupling tool (35),


remove the tube (10) and separate the cover (4) from the
stop ring (8).
10
4

35

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GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Final coupling, continued


Removing the
chamber transport
cover

The table below shows the steps for removing the chamber transport cover:

Step
6

Action
Fit the trolley stop (34) and fix
in place using the bolts (40)
recovered from the transport
cover, hand tightening them.

Illustration

x 2
40
H M16- 55

34
7

Prepare the fitting tool (35)


by screwing the coupling pin
(24) onto its end, hand tightening.

35

24

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GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Final coupling, continued


Fitting the
centring pins

Fit the centring pins (30) & (31) hard against the spherical casing (2), lightly
tighten the nuts (41).
Fit the screws (42) to the centring pins (30) and (31).
2
41

41

42
30
42
31

Removing the column The table below shows the steps for removing the column cover:
cover
Step
1

Action
Remove the fittings (43) and
open the cover (11).

Illustration
11

x 8
43
H M16- 55
2

Turn the cover (11) through


90 to remove it.

11

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GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Final coupling, continued


Fitting the seal

The table below shows the steps for fitting the seal:
Step
1

Action
Clean the contact surfaces
A and B with ISOPROPANOL.
Only coat surface B with
MOLYKOTE M111 lubricant.

Illustration
A

Fit a new seal (20) and place


it on surface A, referring to
Preparing and fitting
static seals.

20

See
module
General
assembly procedures.

Fit the protective cover (33).

33

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GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Final coupling, continued


Fitting the
coupling pin

The table below shows the steps for fitting the chamber- column coupling pin:
Step
1

Action
Slowly lower the breaking
chambers (2), inserting the
centring pins (30) & (31) into
the holes in the column
flange (1).
Make sure both pins are correctly aligned.

Illustration

12

30

31

Slower lower the breaking


chambers (2) to align the pin
with the holes in the cylinder
(8) and the rod (12).
1

Insert the fitting tool (35) with


the coupling pin (24) on its
end.

24

35

Slightly loosen the two


screws holding the trolley
stop (34) in place and
remove it.
34

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Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Final coupling, continued


Fitting the
coupling pin

The table below shows the steps for connecting the chambers to the column:
Step
5

Action
Fit the coupling pin (24) by
manually pulling on the fitting
tool (34) until it stops on the 35
cylinder (8).

Illustration
8

24

Fit the circlips (25), sliding


them along the fitting tool (35) 35
using circlips pliers (37).
See the second method (7).
25
37

Remove the fitting tool (35)


from the coupling pin, loosening it by hand.
Second method:
Fit circlips (25) using circlip
pliers (37).
25

37

35

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Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Final coupling, continued


Connection
chambers/column

The table below shows the steps for connecting the chambers to the column:
Step
1

Action
Clean the contact surfaces
A and B with ISOPROPANOL.
Only coat surface B with
MOLYKOTE M111 lubricant.

Illustration

Remove the trolley stop fixing


screws (40).

40

Remove the screws (42) from


the centring pins.
42

42

Continue to slowly lower the


breaking chamber, removing
the first two sections of centring pin (30 & 31) when they
are no longer of any use as a
guide, in the following order:
- First section (C)
- Screw (42)
- Second section (B)
NOTE: The aim of this
operation is to prevent the
centring pins coming into
contact with the porcelain
fins on the column.

30
31
(B)

(42)
(C)

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GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Final coupling, continued


Connection
chambers/column

The table below shows the steps for connecting the chambers to the column:
Step
4

Action
Slowly lower the breaking
2
chamber casing (2) onto the
column.
Position the lugs (51) for the 52
corona shield (50) on the rim
of the column then attach
using bolts (21), washers (22)
and special nuts (23) - See
Locking Fixings.
See
module
General
assembly procedures.
x
Lock the nuts (23) at the
appropriate torque, immobilising the bolt heads (21).

Tighten all fixings (52) to their


appropriate torque level.

End of coupling operation stop the timer and note the


time taken.

Remove the last section (A)


and the nut (41) from the centring pins.
Fix the last bolts (21), washers (22) and special nuts (23)
referring to Locking fixings.
See
module
General
assembly procedures.

Illustration
50

23

x6

22

H M10- 30
3,2 daN.m

51
21
H M16- 65 (75)
13,5 daN.m

41

(A)

Lock the nuts (23) at the


appropriate torque, immobilising the bolt heads (21).

23
22
22

x2

21
H M16- 65 (75)
13,5 daN.m

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GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

Final coupling, continued


Vacuum extraction
and
filling with gas

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Once the coupling operation has been completed, continue with:


S The air extraction operation
S The gas filling operation

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GRID

Installation

Coupling of column and chambers

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GRID

Installation

Installation of operating device

Presentation
Necessary product

Grease MOBILPLEX 47 or MOBILUX EP3 (screws greasing)

Necessary
ALSTOM Grid
tools

List of the ALSTOM Grid tools necessary for the installing :

Mark

Diagram

Designation

Number

(1)

Lifting strap

(6)

Lever

Lifting equipment

Provide an appropriate lifting equipment (300 daN).

Process

The table below gives the steps of installing the operating device on the
pole--support :
Step
A
B
C
D
E

F
G

Topic
Preparing the operating device
Preparing the pole operating shaft
Coupling the operating device
Fastening the operating device

Page
2
3
6
8
10

Removing the blocking tool


Low voltage electrical wiring
Permanent heating system

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11
12

L31--7902EN/01
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GRID

Installation

Installation of operating device

Preparing the operating device


Unpacking

Remove packaging protection and check that operating device and pole
reference numbers are the right ones.

Optical signalizations Check the position of operating device optical signalization :

Circuit--breaker
Open

Necessary
components

List of the ALSTOM Grid components necessary for the operation :


Mark

Installing the
necessary
components

Closing spring
Released

Diagram

Designation

Number

(11)

Seal

(22)

Spacer

-- Install the spacers (22) on the screws (9) outside the operating device.
-- Install the seal (11) on the operating shaft (13).
-- Check the presence of grease (ASEOL 0--365.2) on the operating shaft
(13).
13
11

x4

22

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GRID

Installation

Installation of operating device

Preparing the pole operating shaft


Introduction

For transport the pole is fitted with a securing tool (4) and a safety plate (5),
temporarily attached to the end of the handle (12)
To fit the operating lever, you must:
a -- Remove the securing tool (4).
b -- Manually open the pole.
c --Refit the securing tool (4) (open position).
d -- Remove the safety plate (5).

5
7

12

Grease

Check the presence of grease (ASEOL 0--365.2) on the pole operating shaft.
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GRID

Installation

Installation of operating device

Preparing the pole operating shaft, continued


Manual opening
operation

The table below gives the steps of manual opening operation :


Step
1

Action
Remove the securing tool
(4) then screw the operating
lever (6) onto the flange on
the front of the handle
sleeve (12).

Diagram

4
12

6
2

With the help of the lever (6),


effect a 60 rotation of the
sleeve (12).

12

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GRID

Installation

Installation of operating device

Preparing the pole operating shaft, continued


Manual opening
operation, continued

The table below gives the steps of manual opening operation :


Step
3

Action
Put back the blocking tool
(4) on the flange of the
sleeve (12).
NOTE : This tool ensure
the angular positioning of
pole
operating
shaft
during the coupling with
the operating mechanism.

Diagram
M10

6
4

Remove the lever (6).

12
5

Remove the safety plate (5)


and the screws from the
flange on the front of the
handle sleeve (12).

12

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L31--7902EN/01
5/12
GRID

Installation

Installation of operating device

Coupling the operating device


Necessary
components

List of the ALSTOM Grid components necessary for the operation :


Mark

Diagram

Designation

Number

(10)

Washer
M20

(22)

Spacer

(26)

Spacer

(23)

Eccentric spacer

(14)

Nut
H M20

(24)

Wedge (thickness 1 mm)

(25)

Wedge (thickness 0,5 mm)

Continued on next page.

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Installation

Installation of operating device

Coupling the operating device, continued


Coupling

The table below gives the steps of the operating device coupling :
Step
1

2
3

Action
Sling the operating device using a lifting strap (1) like diagram.
NOTE : Do not remove the roof (17) of the operating device
before slinging.
Lift the operating device and make this level.
Approximate weight 300 kg.
Approach the operating device in assembly position, the jib of the lifting equipment must be under the stress--shields ring (to avoid that
the cables touch the stress--shields ring).
The final approach must be done with extreme caution.

4
5

Introduce the operating mechanism shaft (13) into the cylinder (12)
of the pole operating shaft.
As soon as the lower fastening screw (9) A emerge from the hole
of the operating mechanism support (8), install the spacer (26),
washer (10) and the nut (14).
NOTE : Do not tighten the nut (14).
26
14

9
10
8
12
1
17
8

A
13

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7/12
GRID

Installation

Installation of operating device

Fastening the operating device


Installing
the fastening nuts

The table below gives the steps of installing the operating device fastening
nuts :
Step
1

3
4

Action
Install the spacer (22), washer (10) and the nut (14) on the lower
fastening screw B.
NOTE : Do not tighten the nut (14).
Install the eccentric spacers (23), washers (10) and the nuts (14) on
the upper fastening screws C and D.
NOTE : Do not tighten the nuts (14).
Rotate the eccentric spacers (23) to do the contact with the lower
edge of the pole--support oblong holes.
Tighten -- temporarily at the indicated tightening torque -- the fastening screws (9).

23
5 daN.m

10
14

23

x 2
C

9
D

B
14
10

x1

22

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Installation

Installation of operating device

Fastening the operating device, continued


Wedging
and tightening

The table below gives the wedging procedure for the fastening screws
depending to the X play :

X
22

Important

20
If the X play is ...
X <1 mm

X 1 mm

Lifting strap

24
25

35 daN.m
Action
Tighten to the indicated tightening
torque.
D Wedge between the spacer (22)
and the operating device (20) with the
provided wedges (24)--(25).
D Tighten the screw to the
indicated tightening torque.

Remove the lifting strap.

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GRID

Installation

Installation of operating device

Removing the blocking tool


Process

REMOVE THE BLOCKING TOOL (4).

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Installation

Installation of operating device

Low voltage electrical wiring


Process

Connect up the operating devices wires refer to the wiring diagram of the circuit--breaker.
Connect up the operating devices wires.
NOTE : Use the holes provided on the supports of the frame to fix
the cables.

Connecting up the
contact densimeter
cable

Connect the wires from the electrical contact SF6 densimeter (18) cable (19)
to the operating mechanism terminal block, in accordance with the relative
diagram.

18
19

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L31--7902EN/01
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GRID

Installation

Installation of operating device

Permanent heating system


Process

Switch on the permanent heating system of the operating device (in both summer and winter) to avoid condensation, and the corrosion which might result
from this.

DO NOT SUPPLY THE OPERATING MECHANISM MOTOR WITH CURRENT TO AVOID THE CLOSING SPRING BEING RELOADED.
THE CIRCUIT BREAKER MUST NOT BE OPERATED AT A SF6 PRESSURE GAS LOWER THAN THE MINIMAL PRESSURE FOR THE INSULATION pme.

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L31--7902EN/01
12/12
GRID

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Alstom Grid
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ALSTOM logo and any alternative
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making any representation or warranty
(whether express or implied) as to the
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