MV Switch Gear PDF
MV Switch Gear PDF
MV Switch Gear PDF
PIX
Air-insulated switchgear
series PIX Compact
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
No. AGS 531 504-02
Edition 07/2010
Technical Manual
AREVA T&D
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5 Assembly ................................................................................ 29
5.1 Safety provisions..................................................................................................29
5.2 Important instructions for assembly ................................................................29
5.3 Requirements regarding the switchgear room .............................................30
5.4 Transport of the panels and trucks at the construction site ......................32
5.5 Aligning and fastening panels...........................................................................34
5.6 Screw-fastening the panels to one another ..................................................35
5.7 Busbar assembly .................................................................................................36
5.7.1 Access to the busbar compartment ...........................................................36
5.7.2 Busbar compartment section segregation (optional) .............................36
5.7.3 Busbar assembly ............................................................................................36
5.8 Assembly of the earth bus .................................................................................37
5.9 Mounting the deflectors .....................................................................................38
5.10 Assembly of the pressure relief duct...............................................................38
8 Commissioning .................................................................... 43
8.1 Final steps .............................................................................................................43
8.2 Checking switching functions and interlocks ...............................................44
8.3 Power frequency test of busbar (optional) ....................................................44
10 Operation................................................................................ 48
10.1 Operating interface of the panel ......................................................................48
10.2 Truck for PIX Compact Panels .........................................................................49
10.3 Operation accessories .......................................................................................51
10.4 Interlocks ...............................................................................................................52
10.4.1 Internal mechanical interlocks in the panel ...............................................52
10.4.2 Electromagnetic interlocks (optional) ........................................................53
10.4.3 Interlock with padlock .................................................................................... 53
10.5 Operating specifications ....................................................................................54
10.6 Operating the circuit-breaker ...........................................................................54
10.6.1 Operator interface ..........................................................................................54
10.6.2 Charging the circuit-breakers energy storing device ............................55
10.6.3 Switching the circuit-breaker manually......................................................55
10.6.4 Switching the circuit-breaker electrically ..................................................56
10.6.5 Position indicators on circuit-breaker and possible operating
sequences ........................................................................................................57
10.7 Move truck into operating/disconnected position .......................................57
10.7.1 Racking-in the truck from disconnected into service position .............57
10.7.2 Racking-out the truck from service into disconnected position ..........58
10.8 Operating the earthing switch manually .........................................................58
10.8.1 Switching the earthing switch ON..............................................................58
10.8.2 Switching the earthing switch OFF ............................................................59
10.9 Standard switching operations ........................................................................60
10.9.1 Operating the outgoing feeder cable.........................................................60
10.9.2 Earthing the outgoing feeder cable ............................................................60
10.9.3 Coupling busbar sections using the bus section coupler.....................61
10.10 Earthing the busbar with busbar earthing switch ......................................61
11 Maintenance ......................................................................... 62
11.1 Safety provisions..................................................................................................62
11.2 Maintenance and servicing specifications .....................................................62
11.3 Cleaning.................................................................................................................63
11.4 Avoiding condensation .......................................................................................63
11.5 Corrosion protection ...........................................................................................63
11.6 Replacement of components and panels ......................................................63
11.7 Lubrication instructions ......................................................................................64
11.8 Replace fuses for voltage transformers ..........................................................65
12 Annex....................................................................................... 66
12.1 Auxiliary products ................................................................................................66
12.2 How to treat the contact surfaces ...................................................................66
12.3 Specifications for screw connections.............................................................67
12.4 Required tools (not included in the scope of supplies) ..............................67
12.5 Transport trolley for truck ................................................................................... 68
12.6 List of assembly drawings .................................................................................69
Reference documents
The following additional documents must be complied with:
Purchase agreement containing the stipulations on the specific equipment
of the switchgear and the legal details
the switchgear-specific circuit diagrams / documentation
the operating manuals of the low-voltage devices installed in the switch-
gear (e.g. voltage presence indicating systems, devices in low-voltage
cabinet)
the assembly drawings supplied with the switchgear
the Operating Instructions of the trucks used:
Circuit-breaker HVX
Metering truck MTX
Isolating truck UTX
the Assembly Instructions of the manufacturer of the cable connection
systems to be connected to the switchgear
"Danger!"
This danger symbol warns about dangerous electrical
voltage. Contact with voltage may result in fatal injury!
"Warning!"
This danger symbol warns about the risk of injury. Please
comply with all the provisions identified by this symbol in
order to avoid death or serious injury.
"Warning!"
This danger symbol warns about the risk of falling.
"Important:"
This instruction symbol is used for information which is important
to avoid material damage.
Abbreviations used
PIX Compact 12: Switchgear PIX Compact for rated voltage
Ur = 12 kV
PIX Compact 17: Switchgear PIX Compact for rated voltage
Ur = 17.5 kV
Truck: withdrawable part
The work described in this manual may only be performed by specialist electri-
cians who have proved their experience with the PIX series and the applicable
safety provisions.
Please read the whole manual carefully before working on the switchgear.
Before performing work on the panel, it is essential that you comply with the
following instructions:
Danger!
Risk of fatalities due to high voltage. Isolation from high
voltage and earthing must always be ensured before per-
forming assembly or maintenance work.
Warning!
After the removal of covers from a switchgear unit, opera-
tor safety regarding internal arcs may be reduced unless
the switchgear is isolated from the power supply. Opti-
mum operator safety is only ensured if the switchgear is
completely isolated from the power supply and earthed
during assembly or maintenance work.
Danger!
Risk of fatalities due to supply voltage. Isolation from
supply voltage before must always be ensured before
performing assembly or maintenance work.
Warning!
Risk of injury due to movable parts in mechanical drives.
For maintenance work,
isolate from supply voltage
release the circuit-breaker's energy storing device by
switching it OFF-ON-OFF
close via the make-proof earthing switch.
Behaviour in case of incidents or For the case of an internal fault, the PIX switchgear features pressure relief
accidents ports which prevent the panels and the switchgear unit from bursting.
In case of fire or of internal faults, toxic and caustic decomposition products
may be produced. Comply with the locally applicable accident and safety provi-
sions.
In case of personal injury, take first-aid measures or cause them to be taken.
13
2
12
3
11
4 10
5
6
7
9
8
Fig. 1
PIX Compact with circuit-breaker truck HVX
1 Low-voltage cabinet with control device 7 Cable compartment cover
2 Circuit-breaker truck HVX 8 Cable compartment
3 Front door 9 Make-proof earthing switch
4 Earthing switch position indicator 10 Cable connections
5 Insertion opening for operating lever of the earthing switch 11 Current transformers
6 Mechanical interrogation interlock of insertion port for the 12 Shutter
earthing switch 13 Busbars
Panel description
4 5
Fig. 2
Feeder panel with circuit-breaker truck HVX
1 Busbar compartment with busbars 6 Cable compartment cover
2 Current transformers 7 Door of circuit-breaker compartment
3 Cable connections 8 Circuit-breaker truck HVX
4 Earthing switch 9 Low-voltage cabinet
5 Voltage transformers (optionally with
high voltage fuses)
Fig. 3
Panel with internal arc classification (IAC)
10 Deflector
11 Pressure relief duct
Sectional view
Single Line Description
Panel
Branch-circuit panel
Circuit-breaker truck HVX (1)
1 optional high voltage fuses for voltage trans-
formers (2)
optional voltage transformers (3)
2
3
Branch-circuit panel
Isolating truck UTX (1)
optional high voltage fuses for voltage trans-
1 formers (2)
optional voltage transformers (3)
optional earthing switch (4)
optional current transformers
2
3
4
Sectional view
Single Line Description
Panel
Metering panel
a side view is not yet
available Metering truck MTX (1)
Busbar earthing switch (2)
Bus riser
optional earthing switch (1)
a side view is not yet optional current transformers (2)
available optional voltage transformers (3)
optional high voltage fuses for voltage trans-
formers (4)
Sectional view
Single Line Description
Panel
b
a c
Fig. 4
Dimensions of PIX Compact panels
a Panel width
b Panel height
c Panel depth
Fig. 5
Dimensions of pressure relief duct and deflector
1 Pressure relief duct
2 Deflector
PIX Compact 12
2.7 Nameplate
The type designation of the switchgear panels on the nameplate Fig. 6 speci-
fies essential technical data. When submitting enquiries to the manufacturer or
ordering spare parts, the following information is required:
Type designation
Serial number
Year of construction
1
2 3
Fig. 6
Nameplate on panel front
1 Type designation
2 Serial number
3 Year of construction
4 Technical data
Power consumption
Device Power consumption
DC approx. [W] AC 50/60 Hz approx.
[VA]
Blocking coil 12
Information about the power consumption of solenoids and the motor is available from
the manufacturer.
The supply voltage data is required to this effect.
Trucks Electrical control and operating devices of trucks are described in the appropri-
ate Technical Manuals (see "Reference documents" on page 6).
Circuit breaker HVX
Disconnector truck UTX
Metering truck MTX
Disclaimer of liability The manufacturer shall not be held responsible for damage which occurs if
instructions in this Technical Manual are not complied with;
the switchgear is not operated according to its intended use (see above);
the switchgear is assembled, connected or operated improperly;
accessories or spare parts are used which have not been approved by the
manufacturer;
the switchgear is converted without the manufacturers approval, or if inad-
missible parts are added.
No liability is accepted for parts provided by customers, e.g. current transform-
ers.
Important:
The weight of the entire transport unit is indicated on the packag-
ing.
Packaging If packed exclusively for land-based transport, the panels are delivered on
a pallet with PE protective film (Fig. 7).
For sea transport, the units are packed in sealed aluminium foil with desic-
cant and in a closed wooden case with tightly closed wooden base (also
for container transport, Fig. 8).
In case of air transport, the panels are packaged in wooden crates with a
protective PE film hood (dust protection) or in wooden crates, also with
closed wooden bases, however without protective hoods (dust protection,
Fig. 8).
Fig. 7 Fig. 8
Packed in PE protective film on a pallet Packed in a wooden case
3.2 Transport
Warning!
Danger due to load tipping over.
Transport units must be secured sufficiently during trans-
port to prevent slipping and tipping over.
Transport using a forklift truck The panel may only be transported on a pallet. The entire length of the forks
must be placed under the transport unit (Fig. 10).
Fig. 9 Fig. 10
Transport units must not be allowed to Transport using a forklift truck
tip over
Delivery Handle shipping units carefully when unloading and unpacking them.
Shipping units must be checked upon receipt. Any damage which may
have occurred in transit must be recorded and reported to the manufac-
turer immediately.
Check completeness of consignment based on the transport documents.
The supplier must be notified in writing without delay about any possible
deviations.
3.3 Warehousing
Warning!
Risk of accidents. Sufficient stability and evenness of the
supporting area (floor) must be ensured.
If the panels are not installed immediately after delivery, they can be stored
under the following conditions:
Panels must be stored in vertical position, and must not be stacked.
Storage only admissible indoors.
Switchgear panels and accessories must be sealed with desiccant in alu-
minium foil and be packed in a wooden crate (storage for max. two years
after the date of packaging).
40 C
-5 C
Fig. 11
Schematic diagram of storage conditions for PIX Compact panels
Warning!
Risk of injury due to non-respect of the safety provisions
in Chapter 1, page 8.
Important:
The panels may be equipped with additional interlocks to lock the
cable compartment cover and the front door. In this context, refer
also to Chapter 10.4 as of page 52 "Interlocks.
Danger!
Risk of fatalities due to high voltage. The front door may
only be opened if the truck is in disconnected position
(see Chapter 10.7.2, page 58).
Important:
The low-voltage connector can only be removed or inserted while
the truck is in its disconnected position.
Removing the 1. Pull interlocking slide of low-voltage connector forward (Fig. 13, item 1)
low-voltage connector and remove the connector (2).
2. Stow low-voltage connector in storage tray above the truck (Fig. 14).
Fig. 13 Fig. 14
1 Unlock low-voltage connector Place low-voltage connector in tray
2 Remove low-voltage connector above the truck
Connecting the 1. Take low-voltage connector from the storage tray above the truck (Fig. 14).
low-voltage connector 2. Insert low-voltage connector into the truck and press interlocking slide
forward.
1. Adjust the transport trolley (Fig. 15) to the appropriate panel width
600/800 (see Chapter 12.5 on page 68).
2. Turn the lever on the trolley (Fig. 15, item 2) clockwise in order to lift the
table.
3. Push the trolley right up to the panel.
4. Turn the lever (Fig. 15, item 2) counter-clockwise in order to lock the trol-
ley to the panel. Ensure it is locked.
5. Move both truck handles inwards to unlock the truck in the panel (Fig. 16).
6. Pull the truck carefully onto the trolley to its stop.
7. Move both truck handles outwards to lock the truck to the trolley (Fig. 18,
page 25).
8. Turn the lever on the trolley (Fig. 15, item 2) clockwise in order to lift the
transport table.
9. Remove the trolley from the panel.
Now the truck can be raised by means of a crane, if required, and deposited.
Additional information is also given in Chapter 5.4. as of page 32.
For further information regarding lifting and transporting the trucks (HVX, UTX,
MTX), please refer to the appropriate their Operating Instructions.
Fig. 15
Transport trolley for truck (item number AGS C80392-03)
1 Interlocking with panel
2 Lever to lock / unlock the transport trolley on the panel. Table of trolley is lifted or
lowered.l
Unlocking the truck in the panel
Fig. 16
Unlocking the truck in the panel
Important:
Optionally, trucks and panels can be given matching coding. This
is to prevent a truck from being racked completely into a panel if
the ratings do not match.
1. Move the truck to the front of the panel using the trolley (Fig. 17).
2. Turn the lever on the trolley (Fig. 15, page 24, item 2) clockwise in order to
lift the transport table.
3. Push the trolley right up to the panel.
4. Turn the lever on the trolley (Fig. 15, page 24, item 2) counter-clockwise in
order to lock the trolley to the panel. Ensure it is locked.
5. Move both truck handles inwards to unlock the truck on the trolley (Fig. 16,
page 24).
6. Rack the truck carefully into the panel.
7. Move both truck handles outwards to lock the truck in the panel (Abb. 18).
8. Turn the lever on the trolley (Fig. 15, page 24, item 2) clockwise in order to
lift the transport table.
9. Remove the trolley from the panel.
Fig. 17
Moving the truck to the front of the panel using the trolley.
Locking the truck in the panel
Fig. 18
Locking the truck in the panel
Danger!
Risk of fatalities due to high voltage. The cable connec-
tion compartment may only be opened if the earthing
switch is ON (see Chapter 10.9.1, page 60).
1. Release the securing bolts of the cable compartment cover (Fig. 19,
item 1).
2. Lift and remove the cable compartment cover (2).
Fig. 19
1 Release securing bolts of cable compartment cover
2 Lift cable compartment cover and remove it in forward direction
Mounting the cable compartment After terminating assembly work, place cable compartment cover onto the
cover panel, lower it and fasten it again using the securing bolts.
Fig. 20
Access to cable connection compartment
1 Plug-and-socket connector of voltage indicator
2 Securing bolts of truck carrier
3 Raise truck carrier on the front and pull it out.
4 Front traverse
5 Raise front traverse, then pull it out.
Re-mounting the base plate Re-install truck carrier and dismantled components by reversing the above
sequence.
Danger!
Risk of fatalities due to high voltage. The busbar com-
partment may only be opened if the busbar is earthed
(see Chapter 10.10, page 61).
1. Open the front door and remove the truck from the panel (see Chapter
4.2, page 22).
2. De-mount cladding between busbar compartment and circuit-breaker
compartment (Fig. 21 and Fig. 22). The busbar compartment is now ac-
cessible.
Fig. 21 Fig. 22
Remove truck (1) and partition plate (2) Posture of worker during busbar moun-
ting and panel fastening
Re-mounting the partition plate After completion of assembly work, re-insert the partition plate and fasten it by
means of the bolts.
Warning!
Risk of injury due to movable parts in mechanical drives.
The circuit-breaker's energy storing device and the earth-
ing switch must not be tensioned during assembly.
Warning!
Risk of accidents! Watch out for floor openings in the
switchgear room
Warning!
The top sides of the panels are not meant to be walked
on. Persons may fall through them, get injured or may
damage the panel. When work has to be performed on
the panel top - e.g. assembly of deflectors or pressure
relief ducts - temporarily position a solid base plate to
step on.
Warning!
Risk of injury in case of non-compliance with the safety
instructions in Chapter 1 on page 8.
Important:
Condensation, dirt and dust during assembly should be
avoided on all accounts, in order to prevent damage to the
panels.
For assembly, observe the assembly drawings supplied with
the equipment. Read them before you commence assembly
work. The drawing numbers are specified in this manual in
the description of the assembly work in question.
For all screw connections, refer to the tightening torques
specified in the Chapter 12 Annex as of page 66.
Important:
Observe switchgear-specific space assignment plan.
100 2 200
600
25 25
2300
1
Fig. 23
Dimensions in the switchgear room (example)
1 PIX Compact Panels
2 Switchgear room
200
switchgear within a switchgear
room
7
1 5
4
200
230
1550
534
8 1 6
25 600
100
2 3
1500
10 580 10
Ground plan of a PIX Compact
panel
12.5
3
153 153
75
75
225
1550
1453.5
100 100
1466
147 147
906
869
40
2
12.5
162
73 73
32.5
72
40
600
Fig. 24
Dimensions of the site of installation in the switchgear room (example)
1 Bore-holes for fastening of panel
2 Opening for routing external low-voltage cables
3 Opening for routing high-voltage cables
Further dimensional diagrams for cable or fully insulated bus connector versions
are available on request.
4 Switchgear end plate
5 Base frame, width: 100 mm
6 Base frame, width: 50 mm
7 Rear gap cover
8 Front gap cover
Warning!
Make sure the rope or chain is strong enough to bear
the weight of the panel and the trucks. Comply with the
relevant provisions for hoisting equipment.
Warning!
On lowering the panels and the trucks, make sure that the
supporting platform is sufficiently stable and even.
Warning!
Risk of accidents. Pay attention to floor openings!
Transport of panel by means of a 1. Remove transport packaging and protective film from the cubicle.
crane 2. Screw-fasten both lifting brackets laterally to the cubicle in accordance
with Fig. 25.
3. Attach 4 crane ropes/chains via hooks (observing minimum carrying ca-
pacity and length, Fig. 25). Release the cubicle fastening on the pallet.
4. Lift the module carefully and deposit it slowly on the floor at the intended
location. Remove the lifting brackets.
90
1
4
3
2
Fig. 25
Crane transport of a cubicle
1 Front lifting bracket with fixation screw M 8
2 Fasten front lifting bracket to the cubicle with srew M8
3 Fasten rear lifting bracket to the cubicle with srew M10
4 Rear lifting bracket with fixation screw M 10
5 Crane ropes/chains with hoohs
Fig. 26
Transport on rollers
Lifting the trucks The details for lifting the truck are described in the HVX manual.
Fig. 27
Lifting and depositing the HVX circuit-breaker
Sectional drawing 2
Top view
Fig. 28
Fastening of panels on concrete foundations
1 Self locking Hexagonal bolt M 10 x 30
2 Washer
3 0, 1 or 2 shims
4 Dowel pin
5 Fastening points
Fastening on base frame Screws, bolts and accessories are not included in the scope of supplies.
1. Drill boreholes ( 8.5 mm) into the base frame at the intended panel fas-
tening points (Fig. 29).
2. Cut threads M 10 in the boreholes.
3. Screw-fasten panel to the frame.
Sectional drawing 2
5 4
Top view
Fig. 29
Panel fastening on base frame
1 Self locking Hexagonal bolt M 10 x 30
2 Washer
3 0, 1 or 2 shims
4 Base frame
5 Fastening points
Additional fastening variants Further fastening variants are available on request. Please contact the manufac-
turer.
Panel fastening with seismic qualification or vibration-proof characteristics can
be supplied on request. For further details, please contact the manufacturer.
1
1250 A
Number of
outgoing feeder bars
per phase 2
2000 A/
2500 A
Important:
Comply with the specifications on treatment of contact sur-
faces and the tightening torques for busbar screw fastening
in the Annex.
Comply with the position and direction of screws and nuts as
shown in the diagram.
Important:
Comply with the specifications on treatment of contact surfaces
and the tightening torques for screw fastenings in the Annex.
1. Clean all contact areas of the connecting bar and the appropriate earth
bar in the switchgear panels and coat them with Synthetic lubricant (see
Chapter 12.1, page 66 ).
2. Slip the connecting bar (Fig. 30 , item 1) into the adjacent panel (3)
through the cutout in the panel-supporting structure (2).
3. Screw-fasten (5) connecting bar on both sides to the earth bar (4) in
question.
4. Connect earth bus (Fig. 31) to the earthing system of the switchgear
building (connecting lines and screw accessories are not included in the
scope of supplies)
Important:
Observe the specific standards referring to earthing systems
which apply in your country.
1 5
Please check 4
graphic.
4 2
3
Fig. 30
Mounting the earth bar
1 Connecting bar
2 Cutout in panel-supporting structure
3 Adjacent panel
4 Earthing bars in the panels
5 Screw fastening of connecting bar to earthing bars
Fig. 31
Connecting point of switchgear earth bus
to building earth
Important:
Check the correct position of deflectors and the gap covers in the
switchgear documentation before mounting them.
Important:
Before mounting the pressure relief duct, comply with the appro-
priate specifications in the customer-specific switchgear docu-
mentation.
1. Each panel must be equipped with the pressure relief duct matching the
panel width (600 or 800 mm).
Assembly drawings: AGS ???
2. Connection between two channel sections: AGS ???
3. Left-hand or right-hand channel end plate: AGS ???
Extension of the pressure relief duct (identical on the left and right):
4. Left-hand or right-hand connecting piece: AGS ???
5. Mounting the extension duct (depending on the
length: 600/800 mm): AGS ???
Pressure relief flap at the end of the
pressure relief duct: AGS ???
or connecting piece for connection of a
customer-specific pressure relief duct: AGS ???
Please insert
number of
assembly dra-
wings;
an assembly
graphic should
be created.
13
60
20.5
???
Fig. 32
Connecting brackets available for cable connection
1-4 cables per phase max. 500 mm2 cable
4 3
Fig. 33
1 Release fastening of cable clips
2 Remove cable clips
3 Remove rubber sleeves
4 Remove base plate as required
Fig. 34
Cable routing
4
3
2
Fig. 35
High-voltage connection
1 Cable connection on the panel
2 Clamping assembly for the cables
3 Base plates
4 Connection of the ground wires to the panel
Fig. 36 Fig. 37
Clamping assembly for cables with a Clamping assembly for cables with a
diameter of 40 mm diameter of < 40 mm
Fig. 38
Connection of low-voltage cable
1 Terminal strip
2 Openings for ring circuits in the
7.2 Placing external cables in the switchgear panel low-voltage cabinet
Important:
If the cables are to be 5
routed into the low-voltage 6
cabinet from above, the
Fig. 39
cable fastening and pro-
Placing external cables in the switchgear
tection equipment must be panel
provided by the customer. 1 Connection to terminal strip in the
low-voltage cabinet
2 Cable clamp
3,4 Cable duct covers
5 Bus riser in cable duct
6 Cutout in the panel floor
Danger!
The high-voltage supply must not be connected. All active
parts must be earthed.
Important:
Whenever you detect anomalies, faults or malfunctions, do not
commission the switchgear, but inform the manufacturer.
Cleaning the panel and Clean the switchgear, removing contamination resulting from assembly
checking panel assembly work.
Remove all the attached information tags, cards, brochures and instruc-
tions no longer needed.
Check the tightening torques of all screw fastenings and connections
established on the site of installation:
High-voltage connection
Earth conductor
Panel screw fastenings
Busbar links
Deflector fastening
Special attachments
Damaged paint The panels are powder-coated. Minor damage to the paint can be repaired us-
ing commercially available paint (standard colour RAL 7044 or corresponding
colour).
Re-mounting the covers Secondary cable duct cover (see Chapter 7.2, page 42)
Remove cable compartment cover (see Chapter 4.3.1, page 26).
Remove temporary base from the panel top, if such a base has been used.
Re-mount cladding between busbar compartment and circuit-breaker
compartment.
Inspection Check the switchgear for damage which might be due to transport or as-
sembly work.
Compare data on nameplate to the required ratings.
Check the connected cables for phase coincidence
Racking-in the trucks Rack the following components into the panel:
Circuit-breaker truck HVX
Isolating truck UTX
Metering truck MTX
Close front doors (see Chapter 4.2.1, page 22).
Danger!
The high-voltage supply must not be connected. All active
parts must be earthed.
Important:
For switching operations, comply with Chapter 10 Opera-
tion as of page 48.
In case supply voltage is not available,
blocking coils (optional; lock circuit-breaker button and/
or truck in disconnected position) are in locked position,
thus blocking manual switching operations;
there is a dropped-out undervoltage release in the
circuit-breaker (optional).
The energy-storing device of the circuit-breaker drive is
charged autonomously as soon as the supply voltage is ap-
plied.
Warning!
Comply with the safety provisions in Chapter 1, page 8.
A test unit and a test adapter (not included in scope of supplies) are required
for the power frequency test.
Preparation 1. All panels must be isolated from the power supply and earthed (see Chap-
ter 10.9, as of page 60).
2. Busbar:
Disconnect voltage transformers (MTX) and surge arrester. Earth voltage
detection systems.
3. Incoming feeder panel for voltage test:
Remove cable connection compartment cover and disconnect voltage
transformers and surge arrester. Earth voltage detection systems.
Important:
Make sure that no high-voltage cables are connected. Observe
the assembly and operating instructions for the test unit and the
test adapter.
4. Perform the power frequency test of the busbar on the feeder panel:
Connect test unit to the test cable.
Switch the earthing switch OFF.
Move circuit-breaker truck HVX service position and switch circuit-
breaker ON.
Perform the power frequency test successively for all three phases
(L1, L2, L3) in accordance with the specifications of the test unit
manufacturer.
Important:
Observe admissible test values for the switchgear and the admis-
sible test values for power-frequency tests after installation of the
switchgear in accordance with IEC 62271-200.
4
5
1
Fig. 40
Switch position during the power frequency test (example: five panels)
1 Branch-circuit panels
2 Incoming feeder panel for test voltage
3 Busbar
4 Test unit (e g. high-voltage source, test transformers)
5 Test cable
After the power frequency test 5. After the power frequency test:
Switch circuit-breaker OFF and put circuit-breaker truck to discon-
nected position; switch earthing switch ON.
Remove test unit and test cables.
Reconnect disconnected voltage transformers and surge arresters.
Important:
Refer to the operating manual of the voltage detection system con-
cerned.
Important:
All three phases L1, L2 and L3 must always be checked together.
Fig. 41 Fig. 42
Voltage indicator Socket-contacts for HR system on the
(Type HR-ST, Horstmann GmbH) panel front
Danger!
These devices cannot be used to verify zero voltage.
Voltage indicators in accordance with IEC 61243-5 must
be used to determine zero voltage. Thus, before opening
the switchgear or before performing work on live compo-
nents, these areas must always be earthed by means of a
make-proof earthing switch.
Fig. 44 Fig. 45
Phase comparator for HR system Type Cape Phase
(Type ORION 3.0, Horstmann GmbH) (Kries-Energietechnik GmbH & Co KG)
Phase comparator for VPIS This phase comparator may only be used for the VIPS system in Chapter 9.2,
system (see Chapter 9.2, page 46) page 46.
1. Check the device before each operation. Connect the two plugs of the
phase comparator to the two connection points of a VPIS device (Fig. 46).
The lamp must light up: The phase comparator is working properly.
2. Checking phase coincidence of two panels: Connect the plugs of the
phase comparator to the same phase connection points of two differ-
ent VPIS devices (panels) (Fig. 47). The indicator must not light up. If the
phases do not coincide, check the cable connection and, if necessary,
exchange.
3. After each operation, check the device once more (see item 1).
L1 L2 L3 L1 L2 L3 L2 L3
Fig. 46 Fig. 47
No phase coincidence: Phase coincidence:
indicator lights up indicator does not light up
16
1 Nameplate
2 Opening for door handle
3 Switching circuit-breaker OFF
(shown with operating rod; option-
3 15 ally: via push-button)
4 Insertion opening for racking the
14 truck in/out manually
5 Socket contacts for voltage detec-
13 tion system
12 6 Earthing switch position indicator
4 7 Cable compartment cover
11
PIX 8 Inspection glass
L1 L2 L3
9 Mechanical interrogation interlock of
5 insertion port for the earthing switch
10 Insertion opening for operating lever
of the earthing switch
10 11 Slide for opening the insertion open-
6 ing (4) for racking the truck in and
out
9 12 Interlocking slide for the actuating
port for racking the truck in/out
8 manually
13 Opening for manual charging of
the circuit-breakers energy storing
7 device
14 Inspection glass
15 Switching circuit-breaker ON
(shown with operating rod; option-
ally: via push-button)
16 Low-voltage cabinet with control
unit
Fig. 48
Operating interface of a PIX Compact Panel
1
1 Moving contacts
9
2 Vacuum interrupter chamber (not
2 shown)
3 Truck rollers
8
4 Fixed front cross arm of the truck
which is locked in the panel
7 5 Insertion point of the crank for rack-
ing the truck in/out manually
6 Handle to move the truck into or out
the panel and to lock the truck in
6
the panel
5
3 7 Nameplate
8 Operator interface
4 9 Low-voltage terminal
Fig. 50
Vacuum circuit-breaker truck HVX 17,5 kV - 31,5 kA - 2500 A
1
2 9
1 10
1 Moving contacts
2 Voltage transformers
9 3 Truck
2 4 Truck rollers
5 Fixed front cross arm of the truck
which is locked in the panel
8
6 Insertion point of the crank for rack-
ing the truck in/out manually
3 7 Handle to move the truck into or out
the panel and to lock the truck in
7 the panel
4 6 8 Nameplate
5 9 Operator interface
10 Low-voltage terminal
Fig. 52
Metering Truck MTX
Important:
These accessories are supplied with the panel. The panel may
only be operated by means of these accessories.
Fig. 53 Fig. 54
Standard double-bit key to lock/unlock Crank to charge the circuit-breaker's
the door of the low-voltage cabinet energy-storing device
and the front door of the circuit breaker Item no. AGS H30498-01
compartment
Item no. SEM 101137-01
Fig. 55 Fig. 56
Operating lever for the earthing switch Operating rod to switch the circuit-
Item no. AGSC80738-01 breaker ON and OFF
Item no. AGS H35446-01
Fig. 57
Crank for Truck
Item no. DRC N03608-01
10.4 Interlocks
Important:
Complete switchgear interlocking can only be ensured with com-
plete locking devices.
PIX Compact panels have mechanical basic interlocks which help avoid operat-
ing errors. You must be familiar with these interlocks before operating panels.
The truck can not be actuated unless the low Rotation of the truck crank is blocked
Between truck and voltage plug is inserted. after one rotation. Do not apply force!
low-voltage connectorr
The low voltage plug can not be removed
The low voltage plug is locked.
when the truck is not in disconnected position.
The truck cannot be racked in if the earthing The opening in the front door for the
switch is ON. truck crank is locked.
Between truck and The interrogation slide below the
earthing switch The earthing switch can no longer be switched
earthing switch is locked. The inser-
on if the truck has left its disconnected posi-
tion of the earthing switch lever is
tion.
blocked.
The rotation of the truck crank is
Circuit-breaker cannot be racked in or out
blocked after one rotation.
while it is switched on.
Between the circuit-breaker Do not apply force!
and the truck Circuit-breaker cannot be switched on unless
Closing function is blocked. ON-
the truck is completely in its disconnected- or
button I is decoupled.
service position.
The crank can not be inserted to the
If the truck front frame is not locked in the
truck if both truck handles in the front
cubicle, the truck can not be actuated.
frame are not moved outwards.
Between truck and cubicle
If the truck has left its disconnected position
Both truck handles in the front frame
the truck front frame can not be unlocked in
are locked.
the cubicle.
The cable compartment cover is
The cable compartment cover can only be
locked when the earthing switch is
removed if the earthing switch is ON.
Between the cable compart- OFF.
ment cover and the earthing If the earthing switch is switched off while the
switch (optional) cable compartment cover is removed, (e.g. for The cable compartment cover can not
HV cable tests) the cable compartment cover be fixed to the cubicle.
can not be re-mounted.
Between the cable compart- If the cable compartment cover is removed,
The opening in the front door for the
ment cover and the truck the truck cannot be actuated (be moved into
truck crank is locked.
(optional). service position).
shutters (optional) The shutters can only be opened by truck. The shutters are locked without truck.
The double-bit key can not be turned.
The front door can only be opened if the truck Provision available in the front door
is in its disconnected position. to open the interlock if no truck is
Between the truck and the inserted.
front door (optional) If the front door is opened, the truck can not The crank cannot be inserted to the
be moved into service position. truck if the front door is opened.
If the front door is not interlocked by the The opening in the front door for the
double-bit key, the truck can not be actuated. truck crank is locked.
Important:
In case of failure of the supply voltage, all electrical interlocks
are in their "locked" position.
Action: Re-establish power supply.
Please note the purchase contract and the switchgear-spe-
cific circuit diagram as regards the design of the interlocking
systematics.
Fig. 58 Fig. 59
Earthing switch locked by padlock with Manual racking-in of truck locked by
short shackle padlock
Fig. 60 Fig. 61
Manual switching ON of circuit-breaker Manual switching OFF of circuit-breaker
locked by padlock locked by padlock
Fig. 62
Optional: Cover flaps on ON/OFF push-
button for circuit-breaker can be locked
by means of a padlock.
Warning!
To rule out faulty switching operations, the operating
sequences described below must be complied with. Each
switching operation must be completed.
Important:
While the power supply is not available, blocking coils (lock-
ing the interrogation slides and circuit-breaker push-buttons,
depending on design), are in locked position. An undervolt-
age release (optional) has dropped out.
Measure: Re-establish the supply voltage.
After each switching operation for which you have used a
crank or a lever, remove this tool and store it in the tool board.
0 l 2
99815
6
Fig. 63
Operator interface of HVX circuit-breaker
1 Button (rocker) O, optionally: via push-button to open the circuit breaker
2 Button (rocker) I, optionally: via push-button to close the circuit breaker
3 Nameplate
4 Operations counter
5 Position indicator of circuit-breaker
6 Position indicator of closing spring
7 Insertion opening for charching the energy storing device
Charging by hand 1. Open the cover (Fig. 65, item 1) and insert the crank (Fig. 64 and Fig. 65,
2).
2. Turn in direction of arrow (3) until the charge drive mechanism is uncou-
pled (sound). The energy storing device indicates the charged condition
(4).
3. Remove crank.
1
2 3
Fig. 64 Fig. 65
Charging the circuit-breakers energy Charging the circuit-breakers energy
storing device storing device
Charging via motor The energy-storing device is charged automatically as soon as the motors
supply voltage is applied. The position indicator of the energy storing device
indicates the charged condition (Fig. 65, 4).
Variant description
Fig. 66 Fig. 67
Switching the circuit-breaker via the Switching the circuit breaker via push-
operating rod button is only possible in service
position!
Switching ON via the operating Insert the operating rod (Fig. 66 and Fig. 68, page 56, item 1) into the left-hand
rod guide mechanism of the door and press it rearward to its stop. The circuit-
breaker is switched ON; the position indicator indicates "ON (2).
The energy storing device can be charged immediately after switching ON
(manually or by motor). If supply voltage is present, the energy storage device
is charged automatically.
Switching OFF via the operating Insert the operating rod into the left-hand guide of the door (Fig. 69, item 1)
rod and press it rearward to its stop. The circuit-breaker is switched OFF. The posi-
tion indicator indicates "OFF" (2).
1
2 2
Fig. 68 Fig. 69
Switching the circuit-breaker ON via the Switching the circuit-breaker OFF via the
operating rod operating rod
Switching ON via pushbutton Press the left-hand lever down (Fig. 70, item 1). For switching ON, press the
(optional) black right-hand pushbutton (Fig. 67 and Fig. 70, items 1, 2). Circuit-breaker is
switched OFF. The position indicator indicates "ON" (3).
The energy storing device can be charged immediately after switching ON
(manually or by motor). If supply voltage is present, the energy storage device
is charged automatically.
Switching OFF via pushbutton Press the left-hand lever down (Fig. 71, item 1). To switch OFF, press the red
(optional) left-hand pushbutton (2). Circuit-breaker is switched OFF. The position indica-
tor indicates "OFF" (3).
1 1
2 2
3 3
Fig. 70 Fig. 71
Switching circuit-breaker ON via push- Switching circuit-breaker OFF via push-
button button
Switching ON (Closing) Actuate closing release via bay computer or remote control.
The energy storing device can be charged immediately after switching ON
(manually or by motor). If voltage is applied to the motor, charging is performed
automatically.
Switching OFF (Opening) Actuate the opening release via the bay computer or the remote control
Undervoltage release or
Secondary release
2 charged ON C-O
3 released OFF O
4 charged ON O-C-O
Warning!
Isolating truck UTX and truck with jumper may only be
racked in or out if busbar and outgoing feeder cable are
in de-energized condition.
Initial situation:
Circuit-breaker OFF
Earthing switch OFF
Fig. 72 Fig. 73
Moving the truck from disconnected into Truck racked-in in service position
service position
Fig. 74 Fig. 75
Moving the truck from service into dis- Truck racked-out in disconnected posi-
connected position tion
1. Press interlock slide (Fig. 76, item 1) downwards to unlock the earthing
switch drive.
2. Insert operating lever for earthing switch (2) and pull it upwards.
3. The position indicator (Fig. 77, item 3) indicates: Earthing switch ON.
The interlock slide remains in its lower position (4).
1 4
Fig. 76 Fig. 77
Switch earthing switch ON Earthing switch ON
1 Interlock slide 3 Position indicator indicates: Earth-
2 Operating lever for earthing switch ing switch ON.
4 Interlock slide remains in its lower
position.
1. Insert operating lever for earthing switch (Fig. 78) and pull it down.
2. The position indicator (Fig. 79, item 1) indicates: Earthing switch OFF.
The interlock slide (2) returns automatically to its upper position.
1
Fig. 78 Fig. 79
Switch the earthing switch OFF Earthing switch OFF
1 Position indicator indicates: Earth-
ing swich OFF
2 Interlock slide returns to its upper
position.
Important:
Observe switching provisions (Chapter 10.5, page 54) and inter-
locking conditions (Chapter 10.4, page 52).
1
2
Fig. 80
Switching outgoing feeder cable ON
Switching outgoing feeder cable OFF
1. Switch circuit-breaker OFF.
2. Move truck into disconnected position.
Fig. 81
Earthing the outgoing feeder cable
De-earthing
Switch the earthing switch OFF
1
2
Fig. 82
Coupling busbar sections via bus section coupler
Uncoupling
1. Switch circuit-breaker OFF.
2. Move truck into disconnected position.
Fig. 83
Earthing the busbar with busbar earthing switch
De-earthing
Switch the earthing switch OFF
Warning!
Comply also with the safety provisions in Chapter 1 on
page 8.
Important:
In case of frequent condensation or air pollution (dust, smoke or
corrosive gases), the maintenance intervals must be adapted to
the actual conditions.
Qualification /
Mantenance interval Work to be carried out
Work performed by
11.3 Cleaning
Warning!
Risk of injury: the drives must not be disassembled for
service and maintenance work.
Lubrication
Lubrication Lubricants Lubrication procedure
points (refer to
(see also Fig. Annex)
84, page 65)
Sliding contact Synthetic Apply a thin and uniform film of lubricant.
surfaces lubricant
All accessible Clean lubrication points with lint-free cotton
friction points Synthetic cloth; apply a thin film of lubricant (using e.g.
and sliding sur- lubricant a paintbrush).
faces
Pour drops of liquid lubricant (oil can, drip
feed lubricator) into the bearing gap. Liquid
Bearings and Liquid lubricant gets between the bearing surfaces
joints lubricant due to the capillary effect. In case of inac-
cessible lubrication points, use an extension
tube or spray.
Once maintenance work is com- Remove all the tools and auxiliary equipment used.
plete Reinsert truck into the panel (see Chapter 4.2.4, page 25).
Reposition covers, close doors and check switching functions (see Chap-
ter 8 "Commissioning" as of page 43).
6
1 7
4 8
2
3
Fig. 84
Points of lubrication/maintenance
1 Fixed contacts for the truck
2 Earthing switch drive
3 Earthing switch contacts
4 High-voltage fuse of the voltage transformers (optional), see Chapter 11.8
5 Tracks for the truck
6 Shutter mechanism
7 Truck (lubricate in accordance with lubricating instructions in the appropriate operating manual HVX/UTX/MTX)
8 Trolley, handling: see Chapter 12.5, page 68.
Warning!
Risk of injury in case of inappropriate handling. Observe
the safety data sheets of the manufacturers of the auxil-
iary products.
Grade or material
Self-locking screw
Screw/bolt Plastics 8.8 10.9
8.8
Thread Tightening torques [Nm]
M4 0.25 2.6
M5 0.5 5.0 7.0
M6 0.8 8.8 12.3
M8 1.8 21.0 30.0
M 10 3.5 42.0 59.0
M 12 6.0 70.0 97
M 16 12 170
M 20 330
6 5
Fig. 85
Transport trolley for truck (item number AGS C80392-03)
1 Handle of trolley
2 Lever to lock / unlock the transport trolley on the panel. Table of trolley is lifted or
lowered.
3 Positioning of rail to adjust the various track widths
4 Interlocking with panel
5 Rail
6 Variable screw connection of rail
HVX/
12/ 17.5 600/800 AGS C80392-03
UTX/MTX
The trolley can be used for panel widths of 600 and 800 mm. Adjusting the
track width from 800 to 600 mm:
1. Release the screws on each track (Fig. 85, item 6).
2. Adjust the two tracks to the appropriate panel track width and check them.
Re-mount the screws.
Lifting tool
Fig. 86
Lifting tool: AGS C80 724-03