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Vacuum Circuit Breaker Instructions
Installation
Operator Module Operation
Maintenance
Type 3AH SGIM-9918E
4.16kV to 38kV
Medium-Voltage
Equipment
Hazardous voltages and high-speed moving parts.
Will cause death, serious personal injury or

equipment damage.
De-energize and ground the equipment before main-

tenance. Maintenance should be performed only by
qualified personnel.
Unauthorized parts should not be used in the repair of

the equipment.
Follow all safety instructions contained herein.
IMPORTANT
The information contained herein is general in nature and not intended for
specific application purposes. It does not relieve the user of responsibility to
use sound practices in application, installation, operation, and maintenance
of the equipment purchased. Siemens reserves the right to make changes in
the specifications shown herein or to make improvements at any time without
notice or obligations. Should a conflict arise between the general information
contained in this publication and the contents of drawings or supplementary
material or both, the latter shall take precedence.
QUALIFIED PERSON
For the purpose of this manual a qualified person is one who is familiar
with the installation, construction or operation of the equipment and the
hazards involved. In addition, this person has the following qualifications:
(a) is trained and authorized to de-energize, clear, ground, and tag circuits
and equipment in accordance with established safety practices.
(b) is trained in the proper care and use of protective equipment such as
rubber gloves, hard hat, safety glasses or face shields, flash clothing, etc.,
in accordance with established safety practices.
(c) is trained in rendering first aid.
SUMMARY
These instructions do not purport to cover all details or variations in equip-
ment, nor to provide for every possible contingency to be met in connection
with installation, operation, or maintenance. Should further information be
desired or should particular problems arise which are not covered sufficiently
for the purchaser’s purposes, the matter should be referred to the local sales
office.
The contents of this instruction manual shall not become part of or modify any
prior or existing agreement, commitment or relationship. The sales contract
contacts the entire obligation of Siemens Industry, Inc. The warranty contained in
the contract between the parties is the sole warranty of Siemens Industry, Inc.
Any statements contained herein do not create new warranties or modify the
existing warranty.
Vacuum Circuit Breaker Operator Module
Table of Contents
Table of Contents ...................................................................1 Maintenance .........................................................................19

Table of Illustrations ..............................................................2 Introduction and Maintenance Intervals ..................................19
Recommended Hand Tools .......................................................19
Introduction and Safety ........................................................3 Recommended Maintenance and Lubrication .........................19
Introduction ...............................................................................3 Checks of the Primary Power Path ...........................................20
Qualified Person ........................................................................3 Cleanliness Check ....................................................................20
Signal Words .............................................................................3 Inspection of Flexible Connectors ............................................20
Dangerous Procedures ..............................................................3 Checks of the Stored Energy Operator Mechanism ................20
Field Service Operation .............................................................3 Maintenance and Lubrication ..................................................20
Receiving, Handling and Storage .........................................4 Fastener Check .........................................................................22
Introduction ...............................................................................4 Manual Spring Charging and Contact Erosion Checks ............22
Receiving Procedure .................................................................4 Electrical Control Checks ..........................................................23
Shipping Damage Claims (when applicable) ............................4 Check of the Wiring and Terminals ...........................................23
Handling Procedure ..................................................................4 Automatic Spring Charging Check
Storage Procedure ....................................................................4 (Control Power Required) ......................................................23
Electrical Close and Trip Check
Installation Checks and Initial Functional Tests ..................5 (Control Power Required) ......................................................25
Introduction ...............................................................................5 Checks of the Spring Charging Motor (88) ...............................25
Inspections, Checks and Tests without Control Power .............5 Vacuum Interrupters .................................................................25
Spring Discharge Check (Figure 1) ............................................5 Vacuum Integrity Check (using Mechanical Test) (Figure 18)....25
Manual Spring Charging Check ................................................5 High-Potential Tests ..................................................................25
As-Found and Vacuum Check Tests ...........................................5 Vacuum Integrity Check (using Dielectric Test) .........................25
Automatic Spring Charging Check ............................................5 High Potential Test Voltages .....................................................25
Final Mechanical Inspections without Control Power ...............5 Vacuum Integrity Test Procedure ..............................................26
Vacuum Interrupter/Operator Description ..........................6
As-Found Insulation and Contact Resistance Tests .................26
Insulation and Contact Resistance Test Equipment .................26
Introduction ...............................................................................6 Insulation and Contact Resistance Test Procedure ..................27
Vacuum Interrupters .................................................................7 Inspection and Cleaning of Circuit Breaker Insulation .............27
Primary Disconnects (Figure 4) .................................................7 Functional Tests ........................................................................27
Phase Barriers ..........................................................................7
Stored Energy Operating Mechanism ......................................7 Overhaul ................................................................................28
Vacuum Interrupter/Operator Module .....................................7 Introduction ..............................................................................28
Construction (Figures 1, 2, 5, 6a,and 6b) ..................................8 Circuit Breaker Overhaul ..........................................................28
Circuit Breaker Pole (Figure 5) ..................................................8 Replacement at Overhaul ........................................................28
Current-Path Assembly (Figure 5) ............................................8 Replacement of Vacuum Interrupters ......................................28
Vacuum Interrupter (Figure 5) ..................................................8 Hydraulic Shock Absorber ........................................................31
Switching Operation (Figure 5 and 6a) ....................................8
Maintenance and Troubleshooting .....................................32
Operating Mechanism .............................................................8
Construction ........................................................................... 11 Appendix ...............................................................................35
Motor Operating Mechanism (Figure 6a) ................................11
Mode of Operation ..................................................................11
Charging ..................................................................................11
Closing (Figures 6a, 6b and 7a - 7d) ........................................11
Trip Free Operation (Figures 6a and 6b) ..................................11
Opening (Figure 6a) ................................................................ 11
Rapid Auto-Reclosing ..............................................................15
Manual Operation ...................................................................15
Manually Charging the Closing Spring (Figures 9a and 9b) ....15
Manual Closing (Figure 6a) .....................................................15
Manual Opening (Figure 6a) ....................................................15
Close coil (52SRC) ...................................................................17
Trip coil (52T) ...........................................................................17
Indirect Releases (Secondary Shunt Release
(Dual Trip) (52T1) or Undervoltage (27)).............................. 17
Secondary Shunt Release (52T1) (Figure 11) ......................... 17
Undervoltage Release (27) (Figures 10 and 11) ..................... 17
Construction and Mode of Operation of Secondary Shunt
Release and Undervoltage Release
(Figures 11, 12 and 13) ....................................................... 17
Capacitor Trip Device ...............................................................18
Shock Absorber .......................................................................18
Auxiliary Switch (52a/b) ..........................................................18
Spring Charging Motor (88) ....................................................18
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Vacuum Circuit Breaker Operator Module
Table of Illustrations
Figures Tables
Figure 1 Front Panel Controls of Circuit Breaker Table 1 Maintenance Tasks ............................................ 20
and Manual Charging of Closing Spring ............. 5
Table 2 Maintenance and Lubrication Intervals
Figure 2 Vacuum Circuit Breaker Module .......................... 6 (ANSI C37.06) .................................................... 20
Figure 3 Cutaway View of Vacuum Interrupter .................. 7 Table 3 Typical Vacuum Interrupter Contact
Figure 4 Vacuum Interrupter/Operating Life Expectancy ................................................. 23
Mechanism Module ............................................ 7 Table 4 High Potential Test Voltages .............................. 25
Figure 5 Pole Assembly ..................................................... 8 Table 5 Maximum Contact Resistance .......................... 27
Figure 6a Stored Energy Operating Mechanism ...................... 9 Table 6 Overhaul Schedule ............................................ 28
Figure 6b Stored Energy Operating Mechanism ..................... 10 Table 7 Vacuum Interrupter Stroke ............................... 32
Figure 7a-b Operating Mechanism Section Diagram .............. 12 Table 8 Troubleshooting .............................................. 33-34
Figure 7c-d Operating Mechanism Section Diagram .............. 13
Figure 8 Operator Sequential Operation Diagram ............ 14
Appendix
Figure 9a-b Use of Manual Spring Charging Crank ................ 15 Table A-1a 3AH Circuit Breaker Ratings
Figure 10 Typical Elementary Diagram ..................................... 16 (Historic “Constant MVA” Rating Basis) ..................... 35
Figure 11 Construction of Secondary Shunt Release .............. 17 Table A-1b 3AH Circuit Breaker Ratings
Figure 12 Latch Details ............................................................ 18 (New “Constant kA” Rating Basis) .............................. 36
Figure 13 Undervoltage Locked/Unlocked Selection .............. 18 Table A-2 3AH Circuit Breaker Ratings ................................... 37
Figure 14 Capacitor Trip Device ............................................... 18 Table A-3 Interrupting Capacity of Circuit Breaker
Figure 15 Operator Lubrication Points ..................................... 21 Auxiliary Switch Contacts ........................................... 37
Figure 16 Contact Erosion Check Mark ................................... 22 Table A-4 Circuit Breaker Weights .......................................... 37
Figure 17 Typical Vacuum Interrupter Contact Life Curves .......24
Figure 18 Circuit Breaker Pole Assembly/Vacuum Check
Mechanical/Contact Resistance Test ................ 26
Figure 19 Vacuum Interrupter Replacement Illustration ......... 29
Figure 20 Technique for Tightening Vacuum Interrupter
Terminal Clamp Hardware................................. 30
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Introduction and Safety
Introduction Signal Words

The 3AH family of vacuum circuit breakers is designed to The signal words “Danger” , “Warning” and “Caution” used
meet all the applicable ANSI, NEMA and IEEE standards. in this manual indicate the degree of hazard that may be
Successful application and operation of this equipment de- encountered by the user. These words are defined as:
pends as much upon proper installation and maintenance by
the user as it does upon the careful design and fabrication Danger - Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
by Siemens. which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
The purpose of this Instruction Manual is to assist the user Warning - Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
in developing safe and efficient procedures for the installa- which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
tion, maintenance and use of the equipment. injury.
NOTE: IEEE Standards Requirements for Conversion of Caution - indicates a potentially hazardous situation
Power Switchgear Equipment (C37.59); Siemens has devel- which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
oped instruction manuals for particular replacement circuit injury.
breaker drawout vehicles, consult factory.
Dangerous Procedures
Contact the nearest Siemens representative if any additional In addition to other procedures described in this manual as
information is desired. dangerous, user personnel must adhere to the following:
1. Always work on de-energized equipment. Always de-ener-

Hazardous voltages and high-speed gize a circuit breaker, and remove it from the switchgear
moving parts. before performing any tests, maintenance or repair.
Will cause death, personal injury or
property damage.
2. Always perform maintenance on the circuit breaker after
Only qualified persons thoroughly familiar the spring-charged mechanisms are discharged.
with the equipment, instruction manuals and
drawings should install, operate and/or main-
tain this equipment. 3. Always let an interlock device or safety mechanism per-
form its function without forcing or defeating the device.
Qualified Person
For the purpose of this manual a Qualified Person is one Field Service Operation
who is familiar with the installation, construction or opera- Siemens can provide competent, well-trained Field Service
tion of the equipment and the hazards involved. In addition, Representatives to provide technical guidance and advisory
this person has the following qualifications: assistance for the installation, overhaul, repair and main-
tenance of Siemens equipment, processes and systems.
• Training and authorization to energize, de-energize, clear, Contact regional service centers, sales offices or the factory
ground and tag circuits and equipment in accordance for details, or telephone Siemens Field Service at
with established safety practices. 1-800-241-4953.
• Training in the proper care and use of protective equip-
ment such as rubber gloves, hard hat, safety glasses, face
shields, flash clothing, etc., in accordance with estab-
lished safety procedures.
• Training in rendering first aid.
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Receiving, Handling and Storage
Introduction
This manual covers the Receiving, Handling and Storage
instructions for Type 3AH vacuum circuit breakers shipped
Heavy weight. Can cause death, serious
separately from the switchgear. This section of the manual injury, or property damage.
is intended to help the user identify, inspect and protect the
circuit breaker prior to its installation. Use of a qualified rigger to hoist the circuit
breaker.
Receiving Procedure
Make a physical inspection of the shipping container before
Circuit breaker weights (Table A-4).
removing or unpacking the circuit breaker. Check for ship-
ment damage or indications of rough handling by the carrier.
4.The palleted circuit breaker can also be moved using a
Check each item against the manifest to identify any short-
properly rated fork-lift vehicle. The pallets are designed
ages.
for movement by a standard fork-lift vehicle.
Accessories such as the manual charging crank, the racking
Storage Procedure
crank and the split plug jumper are shipped separately.
1. When the circuit breaker will be placed on its pallet for
Shipping Damage Claims (when applicable) - Follow normal
storage, be sure the unit is securely bolted to the pallet
shipment damage procedures, which should include:
and covered with polyethylene film at least 10 mils thick.
1. Check for visible damage upon arrival.
Indoor Storage - Whenever possible, store the circuit breaker
2. Visible damage must be noted on delivery receipt, and
indoors. The storage environment must be clean, dry and
acknowledged with driver’s signature. Notation, “Pos-
free of such items as construction dust, corrosive atmo-
sible internal damage, subject to inspection” must be on
sphere, mechanical abuse and rapid temperature variations.
delivery receipt.
3. Notify the Siemens Sales office immediately of any ship-

Outdoor Storage - Outdoor storage is not recommended.
ment damage.
When no other option is available, the circuit breaker must
be completely covered and protected from rain, snow, dirt
4. Arrange for carrier’s inspection. Do not move the unit
and all other contaminants.
from its unloading point.
Space Heating - Space heating must be used for both indoor
Handling Procedure
and outdoor storage to prevent condensation and corrosion.
When stored outdoors, 250 watts per circuit breaker of space
1. Carefully remove the shipping carton from the circuit
heating is recommended.
breaker. Keep the shipping pallet for later use if the cir-
cuit breaker is to be stored prior to its installation.
2. Inspect for concealed damage. Notification to carrier must

take place within 15 days to assure prompt resolution of
claims.
3. Each circuit breaker should be appropriately lifted to

avoid crushing the side panels of the circuit breaker, or
damaging the primary disconnect subassemblies.
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Installation Checks and Initial Functional Tests
Introduction
This section provides a description of the inspections,
checks and tests to be performed on the circuit breaker
module only.
Inspections, Checks and Tests without Control Power

Vacuum circuit breakers are normally shipped with their
primary contacts open and their springs discharged. How-
ever, it is critical to first verify the discharged condition of
the spring-loaded mechanisms after de-energizing control
power.
Spring Discharge Check (Figure 1)

Perform the Spring Discharge Check before removing
the circuit breaker from the pallet or removing it from the
switchgear.
The spring discharge check consists of simply performing

the following tasks in the order given. This check assures
that both the opening and closing springs are fully dis-
charged.
Figure 1. Front Panel Controls of Circuit Breaker and
Manual Charging of Closing Spring
Hazardous voltages and high-speed
moving parts.
connected to the switchgear. Refer to the specific wiring
Will cause death, severe personal injury, or information and rating label for your circuit breaker to de-
property damage. termine the voltage required and where the control voltage
Read instruction manuals, observe safety signal should be applied. When control power is connected
instructions and use qualified personnel. to the circuit breaker, the closing spring should automati-
cally charge.
1. Press red Open pushbutton. The automatic spring charging features of the circuit breaker
must be checked. Control power is required for automatic
2. Press black Close pushbutton. spring charging to take place.
3. Again press red Open pushbutton. 1. Open control power circuit by opening the control power
disconnect device.
4. Verify Spring Condition Indicator shows DISCHARGED.
2. Energize (close) the control power circuit disconnect.
5. Verify Main Contact Status Indicator shows OPEN.
3. Use the Close and Open controls (Figure 1) to first Close
Manual Spring Charging Check and then Open the circuit breaker contacts. Verify
contact positions visually by observing the Open/Closed
1. Insert the manual spring charging crank into the manual
indicator on the circuit breaker.
charge handle socket as shown in Figure 1. Turn the
crank clockwise until the spring condition indicator 4. De-energize control power by repeating Step 1. Discon-
shows the closing spring is Charged. nect the plug jumper from the switchgear first and next
from the circuit breaker.
2. Repeat the Spring Discharge Check.
5. Perform the Spring Discharge Check again. Verify that
3. Verify that the springs are discharged and the circuitbreak-
the closing spring is discharged and the primary con-
er primary contacts are open by indicator positions.
tacts of the circuit breaker are open.
As-Found and Vacuum Check Tests - Perform and record the
results of both the As-Found insulation test and the vacuum Final Mechanical Inspections without Control Power
check high-potential test. Procedures for these tests are
1. Make a final mechanical inspection of the circuit breaker.
described in the Maintenance Section of this manual.
Verify that the contacts are in the open position, and the
Automatic Spring Charging Check
closing spring is discharged.
Note: A temporary source of control
2. Verify mechanical condition of springs.
power and test leads may be required if the control power
source has not been 3. Check for loose hardware.
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Vacuum Interrupter/Operator Description
Introduction
The Type 3AH vacuum circuit breaker operator is intended connect the circuit breaker to both primary and control
for application in a drawout truck for use in medium voltage power and an operator housing. In a typical installation in
metal-clad switchgear. The 3AH circuit breaker conforms a drawout truck, insulating barriers are located between the
to the requirements of ANSI Standards, including C37.20.2, vacuum interrupters and along the sides.
C37.04, C37.06, C37.09 and C37.010.
This section describes the operation of each major subas-
The circuit breaker consist of three vacuum interrupters, a sembly as an aid in the operation, installation, maintenance
stored energy operating mechanism, necessary electrical and repair of the circuit breaker.
controls and interlock devices, disconnect devices to
Figure 2. Vacuum Circuit Breaker Module
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Figure 4. Vacuum Interrupter/Operating Mechanism Module
lower primary disconnect pad provisions, to perform the

connection to the switchgear.
Bolting hardware is M12 x 1.75 grade 8.Torque M12 bolts to

52 ft/lbs (70 Nm).
Figure 3. Cutaway View of Vacuum Interrupter
Phase Barriers
Plates of glass polyester insulating material are attached to
Vacuum Interrupters the circuit breaker and provide suitable electrical insulation
The operating principle of the vacuum interrupter is simple. between the vacuum interrupter primary circuits and the
Figure 3 is a cutaway view of a typical vacuum interrupter. cubicle.
The entire assembly is sealed after a vacuum is established.
The vacuum interrupter stationary contact is connected to Stored Energy Operating Mechanism
the pole head of the circuit breaker. The vacuum interrupter The stored energy operating mechanism of the circuit
movable contact is connected to the pole bottom and driv- breaker is an integrated arrangement of springs, coils and
ing mechanism of the circuit breaker. The metal bellows mechanical devices designed to provide a number of critical
provide a secure seal around the movable contact, prevent- functions. The energy necessary to close and open the con-
ing loss of vacuum while permitting vertical motion of the tacts of the vacuum interrupters is stored in powerful open-
movable contact. ing and closing springs. These springs are normally charged
automatically, but there are provisions for manual charging.
When the two contacts separate, an arc is initiated which The operating mechanism that controls charging, closing
continues conduction up to the following current zero. At and tripping functions is fully trip-free, i.e., spring charging
current zero, the arc extinguishes and any conductive metal does not automatically change the position of the primary
vapor which has been created by and supported the arc contacts, and the closing function may be overridden by the
condenses on the contacts and on the surrounding vapor tripping function at any time.
shield. Contact materials and configuration are optimized to
achieve arc motion and to minimize switching disturbances. Vacuum Interrupter/Operator Module
The vacuum interrupter/operator module consists of the
three poles, each with its vacuum interrupters and primary
Primary Disconnects (Figure 4) insulators, mounted on the common motor or manually
Figure 4 illustrates the pad provision to accept the primary charged spring stored energy operating mechanism hous-
disconnects. Each circuit breaker has three upper and three ing. This module is shown in Figure 4.
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Construction (Figures 1, 2, 5, 6a and 6b) Current-Path Assembly (Figure 5)

Each of the circuit breaker poles are fixed to the rear of the The current-path assembly consists of the pole head, the
operating mechanism housing by two cast-resin insulators. stationary contact, and the moving contact, which is con-
The insulators also connect to the upper and lower pole nected to the pole bottom by a terminal clamp and a flexible
supports which in turn support the ends of the vacuum inter- connector.
rupter. The pole supports are aluminum castings (1200A and
2000A) or copper castings (3000A). Primary stud extensions Vacuum Interrupter (Figure 5)
may be attached directly to the upper and lower pole sup- The moving contact motion is aligned and stabilized by a
ports. guide bushing. The metal bellows follows the travel of the
contact and seals the vacuum interrupter against the sur-
The energy-storing mechanism and all the control and rounding atmosphere.
actuating devices are installed in the mechanism housing.
The mechanism is of the spring stored energy type and is Switching Operation (Figures 5 and 6a)
mechanically and electrically trip free. When a closing command is initiated, the closing spring
(62), which was previously charged by hand or by the mo-
The close-open indicator, closing spring charge indicator, tor, actuates the moving contact through the jack shaft (63),
and the operation counter are located on the front of the lever, contact pressure spring (49), insulating coupler (48),
mechanism housing. and angled lever.
The control connector for the control and signalling cables is The forces that occur when the action of the insulating cou-
a multi contact plug. pler (48) is converted into the vertical action of the moving
contact are absorbed by the guide link, which pivots on the
pole bottom and the eye bolt.
During closing, the opening spring (64) (Figure 6a) and the
contact pressure springs (49) are charged and latched by
pawl (64.2) (Figure 6b). The closing spring (62) (Figure 6a) of
the motor-operated circuit breaker is recharged immediately
after closing.
In the closed state, the necessary contact pressure is main-

tained by the contact pressure spring (49) and the atmo-
spheric pressure. The contact pressure spring automatically
compensates for arc erosion, which is very small.
When a opening command is given, the energy stored in

the opening and contact pressure springs (49) is released
by pawl (64.2) (Figure 6b). The opening sequence is similar
to the closing sequence. The residual force of the opening
spring arrests the moving contact in the open position.
Operating Mechanism
The operating mecha-

nism is comprised of the mechanical and electrical compo-
nents required to:
1. Charge the closing spring with sufficient potential energy

to close the circuit breaker and to store opening energy
in the opening and contact pressure springs.
2. Mechanisms to release closing and opening actions.

Figure 5. Pole Assembly
3. Means of transmitting force and motion to each of three
pole positions.
Circuit Breaker Pole (Figure 5)
The vacuum interrupter is rigidly connected to the pole head
4. Operate all these functions automatically through electri-
by its post insulator. The lower part of the vacuum interrupt-
cal charging motor, cutout switches, antipump relay,
er is stabilized against lateral forces by a centering ring on
close coil, open coil, and auxiliary switch.
the pole bottom. The external forces due to switching opera-
tions and the contact pressure are absorbed by the struts. 5. Provide indication of the circuit breaker status (open/
closed), spring condition (charged/discharged), and
number of operations.
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62.5
50.5 50.3 62.6 62.5.2
50.2 50.3.1 62.3 62.5.1
55.2 53
62.1
62.2
68
55.1
62
53.1
50.4.1
62.8.1 54.1
68.1
55 54
58
63.7
59
62.8 62.8.3
64 63 63.1
60 50.4 61.8
63.5
50.2 Charging mechanism gear box 59 Operation counter 63 Jack shaft

50.3 Charging flange 60 Operator housing 63.1 Lever - phase C
50.3.1 Driver 61.8 Shock absorber 63.5 Lever - phase B
50.4 Spring charging motor 88 62 Closing spring 63.7 Lever - phase A
50.4.1 Limit switches 62.1 Charging shaft 64 Opening spring
50.5 Manual spring charging port 62.2 Crank 68 Auxiliary switch
53 Close pushbutton 62.3 Cam disc 68.1 Auxiliary switch link
53.1 Close coil 52SRC 62.5 Lever
54 Open pushbutton 62.5.1 Pawl roller
54.1 Trip coil 52T 62.5.2 Close latch pawl
55 Closing spring charge indicator 62.6 Drive lever
55.1 Linkage 62.8 Trip free coupling rod
55.2 Control lever 62.8.1 Spring return latch
58 Close-open indicator 62.8.3 Trip free coupling lever
Figure 6a. Stored Energy Operating Mechanism (Circuit Breaker Shown in Open Position)
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54
64.2
62.8.1 62.8.2 64.3

62.8 64.3.1
Figure 6b. Stored Energy Operating Mechanism (Circuit Breaker Shown in Closed Position)
54 Open pushbutton 64.2 Trip latch pawl

62.8 Trip free coupling rod 64.3 Lever
62.8.1 Spring return latch 64.3.1 Pawl roller
62.8.2 Trip free coupling link (Draw bar)
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Construction As the closing spring discharges, the charging shaft (62.1) is

The essential parts of the operating mechanism are shown turned by crank (62.2). The cam disc (62.3) at the other end
in Figures 6a and 6b. The control and sequence of operation of the charging shaft actuates the drive lever (62.6), with the
of the mechanism is described in Figure 8. result that jack shaft (63) is turned by lever (63.5) via the trip
free coupling rod (62.8). At the same time, the levers (63.1),
Motor Operating Mechanism (Figure 6a) (63.5) and (63.7) fixed on the jack shaft operate the three in-
The spring charging motor (50.4) is bolted to the charging sulating couplers (48) (Figure 5) for the circuit breaker poles.
mechanism (50.2) gear box installed in the operator housing. Lever (63.7) changes the Open-close indicator (58) over to
Neither the charging mechanism nor the motor require any Open. Lever (63.5) charges the opening spring (64) dur-
maintenance. ing closing, and the circuit breaker is latched in the closed
position by lever (64.3) with pawl roller (64.3.1) and by pawl
Mode of Operation (64.2). Lever (63.1) actuates the auxiliary switch (68) through
The operating mechanism is of the stored-energy trip free the linkage (68.1).
type, i.e., the charging of the closing spring is not automati-
cally followed by the contacts changing position, and the The crank (62.2) on the charging shaft (62.1) moves the link-
closing function may be overridden by an opening com- age (55.1) by acting on the control lever (55.2). The closing
mand at any time. spring charged indication is thus canceled, and the limit
switches (50.4) switch in the control supply to cause the
When the stored-energy mechanism has been charged, the closing spring to recharge immediately.
instant of operation can be chosen as desired.
Trip Free Operation (Figures 6a and 6b)
The mechanical energy for carrying out an “open-close- The trip free coupling rod (62.8) permits the immediate
open” sequence for auto-reclosing duty is stored in the clos- decoupling of the drive lever (62.6) and the jack shaft (63) to
ing and opening springs. override closing action by trip command or by means of the
racking interlocks.
Charging
The details of the closing spring charging mechanism are The trip free coupling rod (62.8) forms a link between the
shown in Figure 6a. The charging shaft is supported in the drive lever (62.6) and the jack shaft (63). The rigidity of this
charging mechanism (50.2), but is not coupled mechani- link depends upon a spring return latch (62.8.1) carried
cally with the charging mechanism. Fitted to it are the crank within the coupling rod. The latch pivots within the coupling
(62.2) at one end, and the cam (62.3), together with lever rod and is normally positioned to ensure the rigidity of the
(62.5), at the other. coupling rod. Trip free coupling link (62.8.2) and trip free
coupling lever (62.8.3) cause the spring return latch posi-
When the charging mechanism is actuated by hand with tion to be dependent upon the normal tripping components
a hand crank (Figures 9a and 9b) or by a motor (50.4), the and the racking interlock. Thus, whenever a trip command is
flange (50.3) turns until the driver (50.3.1) locates itself in applied or the circuit breaker is not in the fully CONNECT or
the cutaway part of the cam disc (62.3), thus causing the TEST position, the trip free coupling rod is no longer rigid,
charging shaft to follow. The crank (62.2) charges the closing effectively decoupling the drive lever and jack shaft. Under
spring (62). When the closing spring has been fully charged, these conditions the vacuum interrupter contacts cannot be
the crank actuates the linkage (55.1) via the control lever closed.
(55.2) for the “closing spring charged” indicator (55), and
actuates the limit switches (50.4.1) for interrupting the motor Opening (Figure 6a)
supply. At the same time, the lever (62.5) at the other end If the circuit breaker is to be opened locally, the opening
of the charging shaft is securely locked by the latching pawl spring (64) is released by pressing the Open pushbutton
(62.5.2). When the closing spring is being charged, cam disc (54). In the case of an electrical command being given, the
(62.3) follows idly, i.e., it is brought into position for closing. trip coil 52T (54.1) unlatches the opening spring (64).
The opening spring (64) turns the jack shaft (63) via lever
Closing (Figures 6a, 6b and 7a - 7d) (63.5); the sequence being similar to that for closing.
If the circuit breaker is to be closed locally, the closing spring
is released by pressing the CLOSE button (53). In the case
of remote control, the close coil 52SRC (53.1) unlatches the
closing spring (62).
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48 Insulating coupler 62.3 Cam disc 63. Jack shaft
50.3 Charging flange 62.5 Lever 63.1 Lever-phase C
50.3.1 Driver 62.5.1 Pawl roller 63.5 Lever-phase B
53 Close pushbutton 62.5.2 Close latch pawl 63.7 Lever-phase A
53.1 “Close coil, 52SRC” 62.6 Drive lever 64. Opening spring
54 Open pushbutton 62.8 Trip free coupling rod 64.2 Trip latch pawl
54.1 “Trip coil, 52T” 62.8.2 Trip free coupling link (Draw bar) 64.2.1 Trip latch pin
62.1 Charging shaft 62.8.3 Trip free coupling lever 64.2.2 Latching pawl release lever
62.2 Crank 62.8.5 Push rod & cam assembly 64.3 Lever
62.2.2 Closing spring mounting 62.8.6 Interlock lever-push rod 64.3.1 Jack shaft pawl
62.8.1 Spring return latch 62.8.7 Interlock lever-actuator 64.5 Opening spring shaft
62.8.2 Trip free draw bar 62.8.8 Trip free actuator
Figure 7a. Operating Mechanism Section Diagram Figure 7b. Operating Mechanism Section Diagram Operat-
Operating Mechanism Open, Closing Spring Discharged ing Mechanism Open, Closing Spring Charged
* Items changed from 7c on ‘Trip’ Operation) (Underlined items * Items changed from 7d on ‘Trip’ Operation) (Underlined items
changed from 7b on ‘Closed Spring Discharge’ Operation) changed from 7a on ‘Closed Spring Charge’ Operation)
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62.5.2 Close latch pawl 62.8.6 Interlock lever-push rod 64.2.1 Trip latch pin
62.8.1 Spring return latch 62.8.7 Interlock lever-actuator 64.2.2 Latching pawl release lever
62.8.2 Trip free draw bar 62.8.8 Trip free actuator 64.3 Lever
62.8.3 Trip free lever 63.5 Lever-phase B 64.3.1 Jack shaft pawl
62.8.5 Push rod & cam assembly 64 Opening spring 64.5 Opening spring shaft
Figure 7c. Operating Mechanism Section Diagram Figure 7d. Operating Mechanism Section Diagram Op-
Mechanism Closed, Closing Spring Discharged erating Mechanism Closed, Closing Spring Charged
(Callout items changed from 7b on ‘Circuit Breaker Close’ Opera- (Callout items changed from 7c on ‘Closing Spring Charge’ Opera-
tion) tion)
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Anti-pumping feature (Divice 52Y)

Care must be taken to see that a continuously ap-
plied closing command does not cause the circuit
breaker to reclose after it has tripped out on a fault
otherwise it may sustain damage by the “pumping”
effect.
Rapid auto reclosing.

The closing spring is recharged automatically as described The dashed line shows the operating sequence
above. Therefore, when the circuit breaker is closed both its initiated by impairing the closing command.
springs are charged. The closing spring charges the opening
spring during closing. As a result, the circuit breaker is
capable of an O-3s-CO-15s-CO operating cycle.
Figure 8. Operator Sequential Operation Diagram.
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50.5
50.6
50
Figure 9a. Use of Manual Spring Charging Crank Figure 9b. Use of Manual Spring Charging Crank
Rapid Auto-Reclosing Manual Closing (Figure 6a)

Since the closing spring is automatically recharged by the Press the close button (53). The close-open indicator (58)
motor operating mechanism when the circuit breaker has will then display “Closed” and the closing spring condition
closed the operating mechanism is capable of an open- indicator (55) will now read “Discharged”.
close-open duty cycle as required for rapid auto-reclosing.
Manual Opening (Figure 6a)
Manual Operation The opening spring (64) is charged during closing. To open
Electrically operated vacuum circuit breakers can be oper- the circuit breaker, press the Open pushbutton (54) and
ated manually if the control supply should fail. “OPEN” will be displayed by indicator (58).
The circuit breaker may be operated only with the original

hand crank (50), in order to avoid injures as a result of the mo-
tor suddenly starting up.
Manually Charging the Closing Spring

(Figures 9a and 9b).
Insert the hand crank (50) with the over running coupling
pushed forward (50.6) through the opening (50.1) onto hand
crank coupling (50.5) and turn it clockwise (about 48 revolu-
tions) until the closing spring indicator (55) shows “Charged”.
The hand crank is coupled with the charging mechanism via
an over-running coupling; thus the operator is not exposed
to any risk should the control supply recover during charg-
ing.
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Elementary Diagram (Figure 10)

A typical elementary diagram is shown in Figure 10 for DC motor, close and trip operation.
Figure 10. Typical Elementary Diagram
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Close coil (52SRC)

The close coil (3AY1510) is a standard component of the
23 11 21 25 27 7 31
circuit breaker which is used to unlatch the stored energy of
the closing spring and thus close the circuit breaker elec-
trically. It is available for both AC and DC operation. After 33
completion of a closing operation, the close coil is de-en-
ergized internally. If operated with AC voltage, a rectifier is
installed in the circuit breaker. 13
Trip coil (52T)

The trip coil (3AY1510) is a standard component of the circuit 1
9
breaker.The electrically supplied tripping signal is passed on
to the trip latching mechanism by means of a direct action
15
solenoid armature and the circuit beaker is thus opened. It is
available for both AC and DC operation. After completion of 5
an opening operation, the trip coil is de-energized internally.
3
If operated with AC voltage, a rectifier is installed in the
circuit breaker.
1 Magnet core 15 Tripping pin
3 Housing 21 Locking pin
Indirect Releases (Secondary Shunt Release (Dual Trip)
5 Mounting holes (3) 23 Striker pin
(52T1) or Undervoltage (27))
7 Magnet coil 25 Latch
The indirect release provides for the conversion of modest 9 Magnet armature 27 Spring
control signals into powerful mechanical energy impulses. 11 Tension spring 31 Striker pin spring
It is primarily used to open medium voltage circuit breakers 13 Adjusting (Factory set) 33 Terminal block
while functioning as a secondary shunt release (dual trip) or screw for 11
undervoltage device. 1294-94
Figure 11. Construction of Secondary Shunt Release (shown
These releases are mechanical energy storage devices.
charged).
Their internal springs are charged as a consequence of
the circuit breaker mechanism operation. This energy is
released upon application or removal (as appropriate) of ap- Construction and Mode of Operation of Secondary
plicable control voltages. Refer to Figures 11, 12 and 13. Shunt Release and Undervoltage Release (Figures 11,
12 and 13)
The Secondary shunt release and Undervoltage release
The release consists of a spring-power storing mechanism,
mounts to the immediate right of the trip coil (54.1).
a latching device, and an electromagnet. These elements are
accommodated side by side in a housing (3), with a detach-
Secondary Shunt Release (52T1) (Figure 11)
able cover and three through holes (5) for fastening screws.
A secondary shunt release (extra trip coil) is used for electri-
The supply leads for the trip coil are connected to a terminal
cal opening of the circuit breaker by protective relays or
block (33).
manual control devices when more than one trip coil is
required. The second trip coil is generally connected to a
The energy-storing mechanism consists of the striker pin
separate auxiliary supply (DC or AC) from the control supply
(23) and its operating spring (31), which is mostly located
used for the normal trip coil. Undervoltage Release (27)
inside the striker pin (23). When the spring is compressed,
(Figures 12 and 13).
the striker pin is held by a latch (25), whose sloping face is
forced against the appropriately shaped striker pin (23) by
Undervoltage Release (27) (Figures 10 and 11)
spring (27). The other end of the latch (25) is supported by a
The undervoltage release (3AX1103) is used for continuous
partly milled locking pin (21), pivoted in the cover sheets of
monitoring of the tripping supply voltage. If this supply volt-
the magnet armature (9). The armature (9) is pivoted in front
age falls excessively, the undervoltage release will provide
of the poles of the U-shaped magnet core, (1) and is pulled
for automatic tripping of the circuit breaker.
away from it by the tension spring (11).
The undervoltage device may be used for manual or relay
tripping by employing a contact in series with undervoltage If the magnet coil (7) of the secondary shunt release 3AX1101
device holding coil. Relay tripping may also be achieved by is energized by a trip signal, or if the tripping pin (15) is me-
employing a normally open contact in parallel with the hold- chanically actuated, magnet armature (9) is swung against
ing coil. If this scheme is used, a resistor must be provided the pole faces. When this happens, the latch (25) loses its
to limit current when the normally open contact is closed. support and releases the striker pin (23), which is forced out
by the spring (31).
Secondary shunt and undervoltage releases are available for
all standard ANSI control voltages.
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On the undervoltage release 3AX1103, the latch (25) is held absorber is to limit overtravel and rebound of the vacuum
by the locking pin (21) as long as the armature (9) is ener- interrupter movable contacts during the conclusion of an
gized. If the circuit of the magnet coil (7) is interrupted, the opening operation. The shock absorber action affects only
armature (9) drops off, thus causing the latch (25) to lose its the end of an opening operation.
support and release the striker pin (23).
Auxiliary Switch (52a/b)
Following every tripping operation, the striker pin (23) must Figure 6a shows the circuit breaker mounted auxiliary
be reset to its normal position by loading the spring (31).This switch (68). This switch provides auxiliary contacts for
takes place automatically via the operating mechanism of control of circuit breaker closing and opening functions.
the circuit breaker. Contacts are available for use in relaying and external logic
circuits. This switch is driven by linkage (68.1) connected
Since the striker pin of the undervoltage release 3AX1103 is to the jack shaft (63). The auxiliary switch contains both ‘b’
latched only when the armature is energized, the undervolt- (Normally Closed) and ‘a’ (Normally Open) contacts. When
age release is provided with a screw (29), for locking the the circuit breaker is open, the ‘b’ contacts are closed and
striker pin (23) in the normal position for adjusting purposes the ‘a’ contacts are open.
or for carrying out trial operations during circuit breaker ser-
vicing. Position A (locked) disables the undervoltage release. Spring Charging Motor (88)
Position B (unlocked) is the normal operating position. Spring charging motors (50.4) (Figure 6a) are available for
both AC and DC operation. If operated with AC voltage, a
rectifier is installed in the circuit breaker.
Figure 12. Latch Details (shown charged).
Capacitor Trip Device

Figure 13 Undervoltage Locked/Unlocked Selection.
The capacitor trip device is an auxiliary tripping option
(capacitor trip is a system that should be mounted on the
drawout truck) providing a short term means of storing ad-
equate electrical energy to ensure circuit breaker tripping.
This device is applied in circuit breaker installations lack-

ing independent auxiliary control power or station battery.
In such installations, control power is usually derived from
the primary source. In the event of a primary source fault
or disturbance the capacitor trip device will provide short
term tripping energy for circuit breaker opening due to relay
operation.
The capacitor trip converts 120 or 240 VAC control voltage

to a DC full wave voltage which is used to charge a large
capacitor to the peak of the converted wave.
(Figure 14).
Shock Absorber
Circuit breakers are equipped with a hydraulic shock ab-
sorber (61.8) (Figure 6a). The purpose of this shock Figure 14. Capacitor Trip Device
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Maintenance
Introduction and Maintenance Intervals may be used as a guide to establish such a program. A
Periodic inspections and maintenance are essential to obtain preventive maintenance program is not intended to cover
safe and reliable operation of the circuit breaker. reconditioning or major repair, but should be designed to re-
veal, if possible, the need for such actions in time to prevent
malfunctions during operation.
Hazardous voltages and high-speed moving Recommended Hand Tools

parts. Metric hardware is used on these circuit breakers. Following
Will cause death, personal injury, and list of hand tools describes those normally used in disas-
property damage. sembly and re-assembly procedures.
De-energize before working on this equipment.
Read instruction manuals, observe safety in- • Open end wrenches: 7, 8, 10, 13, 17 and 19 mm
• Open end wrench: 55 mm used to exchange shock
structions, and limit use to qualified personnel. absorber (Qty: 2 pcs are required for the task).
• Sockets: 7, 8, 10, 13 and 17 mm
• Socket: 36 mm (used for replacing post insulators)
• Deep Sockets: 19 and 24 mm
When circuit breakers are operated under “Usual Service • Hex keys: 5, 6, 8 and 10 mm
Conditions”,maintenance and lubrication is recommended • Torque wrench: 0-150Nm (0-100ft-lbs)
at ten year intervals or at the number of operations indicated • Screwdrivers: 0.032 x 1/4 in. wide
in Table 2. “Usual” and “Unusual” service conditions for and 0.55 x 7/16 in. wide
Medium Voltage Metal-Clad Switchgear (includes Circuit • Pliers
Breaker Module) are defined in ANSI C37.20.2, section 8.1. • Light Hammer
Generally, “usual service conditions” are defined as an envi- • Dental Mirror
ronment in which the equipment is not exposed to exces- • Flashlight
sive dust, acid fumes, damaging chemicals, salt air, rapid or • Drift Pins: 1/8, 3/16, and 1/4 in.
frequent changes in temperature, vibration, high humidity, • Retaining Ring Plier
and extremes of temperature. (external type, tip diameter 0.040 in.)
The definition of “usual service conditions” is subject to Recommended Maintenance and Lubrication
a variety of interpretations. Because of this, you are best Periodic maintenance and lubrication should include all the
served by adjusting maintenance and lubrication intervals tasks shown in Table 1. Recommended procedures for each
based on your experience with the equipment in the actual of the listed tasks are provided in this section of the manual.
service environment.
Regardless of the length of the maintenance and lubrication

interval, Siemens recommends that circuit breakers should
be inspected and exercised annually. Failure to properly maintain the equipment could result
in death, serious injury or product failure, and can prevent
For the safety of maintenance personnel as well as others successful functioning of connected apparatus.
who might be exposed to hazards associated with mainte- Instructions should be carefully reviewed, understood, and
nance activities, the safety related work practices of NFPA followed.
70E, parts II and III, should always be followed when working
The maintenance tasks in Table 1 must be performed regu-
on electrical equipment. Maintenance personnel should be larly.
trained in the safety practices, procedures and requirements
that pertain to their respective job assignments. This manual
should be reviewed and retained in a location readily acces-
sible for reference during maintenance of this equipment.
The user must establish a periodic maintenance program

to ensure trouble-free and safe operation. The frequency of
inspection, periodic cleaning, and preventive maintenance
schedule will depend upon the operation conditions. NFPA
Publication 70B, “Electrical Equipment Maintenance”
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Maintenance
Table 1 — Maintenance Tasks All of these components must be clean and free of dirt or any
foreign objects. Use a dry lint-free cloth. For stubborn dirt,
• Checks of the primary power path use a clean cloth saturated with denatured alcohol (except
• Cleanliness check for the vacuum interrupters). For stubborn dirt on a vacuum
• Inspection of flexible connectors interrupter use a damp cloth and then thoroughly dry it using
Checks of the stored energy operator mechanism a dry lint-free cloth.
• Maintenance and lubrication
Inspection of Flexible Connectors
• Fastener check Inspect the flexible connectors that connect the bottom
• Manual spring charging check movable contacts of the vacuum interrupters to the lower
• Contact erosion check connection pad for tightness and absence of mechanical
• Electrical control checks damage, burning, or pitting.
• Wiring and terminals check
Checks of the Stored Energy Operator Mechanism
• Secondary disconnect check
The stored energy operator checks are divided into mechani-
• Automatic spring charging check
cal and electrical checks for simplicity and better organiza-
• Electrical close and trip check tion. This first series of checks determine if the basic mecha-
• Vacuum integrity check nism is clean, lubricated and operates smoothly without
• High potential test control power. The contact erosion check of the vacuum
• Insulation test interrupter is also performed during these tasks.
• Contact resistance test
• Inspection and cleaning of circuit breaker insulation Maintenance and Lubrication
• Functional tests Table 2 — Maintenance and Lubrication Intervals (ANSI
C37.06) Usual Service Conditions Maintenance Based Upon
The list of tasks in Table 1 does not represent an exhaus- Number of Circuit Breaker Closing Operations.
tive survey of maintenance steps necessary to ensure safe
operation of the equipment. Particular applications may Circuit Breaker Type Number of
require further procedures. Should further information be Years/Closing Operations
kV kA (MVA)
desired or should particular problems arise which are not
covered sufficiently for the Purchaser’s purposes, the matter 5 kV 36kA (250MVA)
10 years/10,000 operations
should be referred to the local Siemens sales office. 15 kV 23kA (500MVA)
All Others All Others 10 years/10,000 operations (See Note)
Note: For circuit breaker ratings other than 5kV - 250MVA

The use of unauthorized parts in the repair of the equip- and 15kV - 500MVA overhaul is required at 10,000 operations
ment, or tampering by unqualified personnel will result in — reference Overhaul Section.
dangerous conditions which will cause death, serious injury
or equipment damage. The vacuum interrupter operator mechanism is shown in
Follow all safety instructions contained herein. Figure 15 with the front cover removed to show construction
details. Both the opening spring and the closing spring are
Checks of the Primary Power Path shown. The movable end of the closing spring is connected
The primary power path consists of the three vacuum inter- to a crank arm. The movable end of the opening spring is
rupters, the three upper and the three lower primary discon- connected to the jack shaft by a pull rod.
nects. These components are checked for cleanliness and
Clean the entire stored energy operator mechanism with a
condition. The vacuum interrupters are also checked for
dry, lint-free cloth.
vacuum integrity.
Check all components for evidence of excessive wear. Place
Some test engineers prefer to perform the contact erosion
special attention upon the closing spring crank and the insu-
check during the manual spring charging check of the opera-
lating couplers and linkages.
tor, since charging of the springs is necessary to place the
contacts in the closed position. Lubricate all non-electrical moving or sliding surfaces with a
light coat of synthetic grease or oil. Lubricants composed of
Also, the vacuum integrity check is usually performed in
ester oils and lithium thickeners will be compatible.
conjunction with the High Potential tests.
Shell (drawn cup) needle bearings:
These instructions follow the recommendation that these
tests (contact erosion/manual spring charging check, and Use either Klueber Isoflex Topas L32 (reference 3AX11333H)
vacuum integrity/high potential tests) will be combined as Anderol 732 (reference 15-172-816-058) or Beacon (Exxon
described. 325 (reference# 18-658-676-422, part # 15-337-131-001).
Cleanliness Check Pivots, sliding, and/or rolling surfaces and general lubrication:
Figure 2 is a side view of the circuit breaker with the insu- Use either Klueber Isoflex Topas L32 (reference 3AX11333H)
lating barriers removed (if furnished) to show the vacuum Anderol 732 (reference 15-172-816-058) or Beacon (Exxon
interrupter, and the upper and lower connection pad. 325 (reference# 18-658-676-422, part # 15-337-131-001).
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Maintenance
Anderol 732 or Klueber Isoflex
Klueber Isoflex, Anderol 732 or Beacon #325
Figure 15. Operator Lubrication Points
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Maintenance
Fastener Check
Inspect all fasteners for tightness. Both lock-nuts and retain-
ing rings are used. Replace any fasteners that appear to have
been frequently removed and replaced.
Manual Spring Charging and Contact Erosion Checks

Perform the Manual Spring Charging Check contained in the
section describing the Installation Check and Initial Function-
al Tests. The key steps of this procedure are repeated here:
1. Insert the hand charging crank into the manual charge

socket at the front of the operator control panel. Turn
the crank clockwise (about 45 revolutions) to charge the
closing spring. Continue cranking until the Charged flag
appears in the window of the spring indicator.
2. Press the Close (black) pushbutton. The contact position

indicator on the operator control panel should indicate
that the circuit breaker contacts are Closed.
3. Perform the contact erosion check. Contact erosion occurs

when high fault currents are interrupted or when the
vacuum interrupter is nearing the limit of its contact life.
Determination of acceptable contact condition is checked
by the visibility of the white contact erosion mark shown
in Figure 16. The white contact erosion mark is located
on the movable stem of the vacuum interrupter, near the
plastic guide bushing.
Figure 16. Contact Erosion Check Mark
The contact erosion check procedure is:
a. Be sure the circuit breaker primary contacts are Closed.
b. Observe the white contact erosion mark (Figure 16) of
each pole. When any part of the white contact ero-
sion mark is visible, contact wear is within acceptable
limits.
High Speed Moving Parts. Can cause

serious injury.
Opening spring is charged. If trip latch is
moved, the stored energy springs will dis-
charge rapidly.
Avoid physical contact with circuit breaker
parts subjected to sudden, high speed move-
ment.
4. Press the red Open pushbutton after completing the con-

tact erosion check. Visually verify the Discharge condition
of the closing spring and that the circuit breaker contacts
are Open.
5. Press the black Close pushbutton. Nothing should happen.

The manual spring check should demonstrate smooth
operation of the operating mechanism.
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Maintenance
Electrical Control Checks Table 3. Typical Vacuum Interrupter Contact Life Expectancy
The electrical controls of the circuit breaker should be
checked during inspections to verify absence of any me- Rated Max. Interrupting Rated Curve Number
chanical damage, and proper operation of the automatic Voltage Class Current Graph Curve
spring charging and Close and Trip circuits.
4.76kV 250MVA 36kA A 3
Unless otherwise noted, all of these tests are performed 4.76kV 350MVA 49kA C 10
without any control power applied to the circuit breaker. 8.25kV 500MVA 41kA C 8
15kV 500MVA 23kA B 4
Check of the Wiring and Terminals 15kV 750MVA 36kA A 3
15kV 1000MVA 48kA C 9
1. Physically check all of the circuit breaker wiring for evi- 38kV 1500MVA 35kA D 13
dence of abrasion, cuts, burning or mechanical damage.
4.76kV 31.5kA 31.5kA B 6
2. Check all terminals to be certain they are solidly attached 4.76kV 40kA 40kA C 7
to their respective device. 4.76kV 50kA 50kA C 11

8.25kV 40kA 40kA C 7
15kV 20kA 20kA A 1
15kV 25kA 25kA B 5
15kV 31.5kA 31.5kA B 6
Hazardous voltages and high-speed
mechanical parts. 15kV 40kA 40kA C 7
15kV 50kA 50kA C 11
Will cause death, severe personal injury, or
38kV 31.5kA 31.5kA D 12
property damage.
De-energize before working on this equipment. Primary tasks of this check are:
1.The circuit breaker is energized with control power for this

Read instruction manuals, observe safety in-
structions and limit use to qualified personnel. check.
2. Energize the control power source.

Automatic Spring Charging Check
3. When control power is connected to the circuit breaker,
(Control Power Required)
the closing spring should automatically charge. Visually
Repeat the automatic spring charging check described in
verify that the closing spring is charged.
the section entitled Installation Checks and Initial Functional
Tests.
Note: A temporary source of control power and test leads
may be required if the control power source has not been
connected to the switchgear. When control power is con-
nected to the circuit breaker, the closing spring should
automatically charge.
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Maintenance
Figure 17. Typical Vacuum Interrupter Contact Life Curves
24
Maintenance
Electrical Close and Trip Check (Control Power Required) A vacuum interrupter may be assumed to be intact if it
A check of the circuit breaker control circuits shall be shows the following characteristics:
performed. This check is made with the circuit breaker
energized by control power either from the switchgear or an An appreciable closing force has to be overcome when lever
external control power source. (48.6) is moved to the “Open” position by hand (Figure 18).
When the lever is released, it must automatically return to
1. Once the circuit breaker springs are charged, move the the “Closed” position with an audible sound as the contacts
switchgear Close/Trip switch to the Close position. Verify touch.
by both the sound of the circuit breaker closing and by
the main contact status indicator that the circuit breaker After checking the vacuum, reconnect the lever (48.6) to the
contacts are closed. insulating coupler (48) (Figure 18).
2. As soon as the circuit breaker has closed, the automatic
High-Potential Tests
spring charging process is repeated.
The next series of tests (Vacuum Integrity Test and Insulation
3. After a satisfactory close operation is verified, move the Tests) involve use of high voltage test equipment. The circuit
switchgear Close/Trip switch to the Trip position. Verify breaker under test should be inside a suitable test barrier
by both the sound of the circuit breaker opening and by equipped with warning lights.
the main contact status indicator that the circuit breaker
contacts are open. Vacuum Integrity Check (using Dielectric Test)
A high potential test is used to verify the vacuum integrity
4. After a satisfactory open operation is verified, hold the of the circuit breaker. The test is conducted on the circuit
circuit breaker manual Trip button and apply and main- breaker with its primary contacts in the Open position.
tain an electrical close signal. The circuit breaker should
close, immediately trip, the close spring should charge,
and the circuit breaker should not attempt to close.
Hazardous voltages used in high potential
Completion of these checks demonstrates satisfactory
tests.
operation of auxiliary switches, internal relays and open and
close coils. Will cause severe personal injury and death.
Follow safe procedures, exclude unnecessary
Checks of the Spring Charging Motor (88) personnel and use safety barriers. Keep away
No additional checks of the spring charging motor are neces- from the circuit breaker during application of
sary. test voltages.
Vacuum Interrupters Disconnect the plug jumper from between the

circuit breaker and switchgear before conduct-
The life expectancy of vacuum interrupters is a function of
ing high potential tests.
the number of interruptions and magnitude of current inter-
rupted (Table 3 and Figure 17). After test completion, ground both ends and
the middle portion of the vacuum interrupter
They must also be replaced before certain amount of to dissipate any static charges.
mechanical operations (Table 2) or when the contacts have
been eroded beyond allowed limits. Vacuum interrupter
replacement procedures are detailed in the following main-
tenance instructions. Vacuum interrupters may emit X-ray radiation.
The vacuum interrupter contact life curves Figure 17 are of- Can cause personal injury.
fered as a guide to life expectancy. Keep personnel more than six (6) feet away from
a circuit breaker under test.
Vacuum Integrity Check
(using Mechanical Test) (Figure 18)
High Potential Test Voltages
Before putting the circuit breaker into service, or if a vacuum
The voltages for high potential tests are shown in Table 4.
interrupter is suspected of leaking as a result of mechanical
damage, check the vacuum either mechanically as described
Table 4. High Potential Test Voltages
in this section or alternatively electrically using a high poten-
tial test set as described in the next section. Equipment kV Max AC rms Max DC Avg
Rating
Open and isolate the circuit breaker and detach the insulat-
ing coupler (48) from lever (48.6) (Figure 18). 4.76kV 14kV 20kV
The atmospheric pressure will force the moving contact of a 8.25kV 27kV 38kV
hermetically sealed vacuum interrupter into the “Closed” po-
15kV 27kV 38kV
sition, causing lever (48.6) to move into the position shown
in Figure 18. 38kV 60kV 85kV
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Maintenance
Figure 18. Circuit Breaker Pole Assembly / Vacuum Check Mechanical / Contact Resistance Test
and the insulating coupler, as well as the insulating (tension)

Note: Do not use DC high potential testers incorporat- struts between the upper and lower vacuum interrupter sup-
ing half-wave rectification. These devices produce ports. If these insulation components are contaminated or
high peak voltages. defective, the test voltage will not be sustained. If so, clean
or replace the affected components, and retest.
These high voltages will produce X-ray radiation.
These devices also show erroneous readings of leak-
age current when testing vacuum circuit breakers. As-Found Insulation and Contact Resistance Tests
As-Found tests verify the integrity of the circuit breaker
insulation system. Megger or insulation resistance tests
Vacuum Integrity Test Procedure conducted on equipment prior to installation provide a basis
of future comparison to detect changes in the protection
1. Observe safety precautions listed in the danger and warn- afforded by the insulation system. A permanent record of
ing advisories. Construct the proper barrier and warning periodic As-Found tests enables the maintenance organiza-
light system. tion to determine when corrective actions are required by
watching for significant deterioration in insulation resis-
2. Ground each pole not under test. tance, or increases in contact resistance.
3. Apply test voltage across each pole for one minute (Circuit Insulation and Contact Resistance Test Equipment
Breaker open). In addition to the High Potential Test Equipment capable of
test voltages as listed in Table 4, the following equipment is
4. If the pole sustains the test voltage for that period, its also required:
vacuum integrity has been verified.
• AC High Potential tester with test voltage of 1500 volts,
60 Hz
Note: This test includes not only the vacuum interrupter,
but also the other insulation components in parallel with the • Test equipment for contact resistance tests.
vacuum interrupter. These include the post insulators
26
Maintenance
Insulation and Contact Resistance Test Procedure Inspection and Cleaning of Circuit Breaker Insulation
1. Observe safety precaution listed in the danger and caution 1. Perform the Spring Discharge Check on the circuit breaker
advisories for the Vacuum Integrity Check tests. after all control power is removed. The Spring Discharge
Check consists of 1) pressing the red Open pushbutton,
2. Close the circuit breaker. Ground each pole not under test. 2) then pressing the black Close pushbutton, and 3) again
Use manual charging, closing and tripping procedures. pressing the red Open pushbutton. All of these controls
are on the circuit breaker front panel (Figure 1). Visually
verify the Discharge condition of the springs.
3. Apply the proper AC or DC (Table 4) high potential test
voltage between a primary conductor of the pole and
ground for one minute. 2. Remove any interphase and outerphase barriers if fur-
nished (applicable for certain types only).
4. If no disruptive discharge occurs, the insulation system is
satisfactory. 3. Clean barriers and post insulators using clean cloth
5. After test, ground both ends and the middle of the bottle to dissipate and one of the following solvents:
and static charge.
• Isopropyl or isobutyl alcohol
6. The spring changing motor may be tested with the secondary control
wiring (at the same voltage) without disconnecting per step 7 below.
4. Replace all barriers. Check all visible fasteners again
7. To test secondary wiring and the spring charging motor. Ground the
circuit breaker housing. Either:
for condition and tightness.
7.1 Connect all the secondary disconnects with a shorting wire, con-
nect the shorting wire to the high potential lead of the voltage
tester, starting with zero volts gradually increase the test voltage to Note: Do not use any cleaning compounds contain-
1500 volts rms, 60 Hz, and maintain test voltage for one minute, or, ing chlorinated hydrocarbons such as trichlorethylene,
7.2 Apply 1800 volts rms, 60 Hz to each secondary disconnect point perchlorethylene or carbon tetrachloride.
for 1 second.
8. If no disruptive discharge occurs, the secondary control These compounds will damage the phenylene ether
insulation level is satisfactory. copolymer material used in the barriers and other insu-
lation on the circuit breaker.
9. Disconnect the shorting wire and re-attach the leads to the
spring charging motor.
Functional Tests
10. Perform contact resistance tests of the primary contacts. Refer to the Installation Checklist in the Installation Checks
The resistance should be read between the lower and and Initial Functional Tests section of this manual. Func-
upper connection pads (Figure 18). Contact resistance tional tests consist of performing at least three (3) Manual
should not exceed the values listed in Table 5. Spring Charging Checks and three (3) Automatic Spring
Charging Checks. After these tests are complete, and the
Table 5. Maximum Contact Resistance springs are fully discharged, all fasteners and connections
are checked again for tightness and condition.
Current Rating Contact Resistance
(Amps) (Micro-Ohms)
1200 35
2000 30
3000 30
27
Overhaul
Introduction d.The coil mounting screws must be installed using

For following procedures along with the troubleshooting thread locking adhesive (Loctite #222, Siemens part
charts at the end of this section, provide maintenance per- 15-133-281-007) and primer (Loctite primer T, Siemens
sonnel with a guide to identifying and correcting possible part 15-133-281-005).
malfunctions of the circuit breaker.
e) Connect wires to coils with new wire terminals
(Siemens part # 15-171-600-002)
Hazardous voltages and high speed moving 3. Lubricate operating mechanism according to Maintenance
parts. Section.
Can cause death, severe personal injury, or
property damage. 4. When work is finished operate circuit breaker, close
De-energize circuit breaker and discharge
open, several times, and check that all screw connec-
springs before working on circuit breaker. tions are tight.
Read instruction manual.

Replacement of Vacuum Interrupters
Replacement vacuum interrupters are furnished as a
Circuit Breaker Overhaul complete assembly.They have been completely tested and
Table 6 lists the recommended overhaul schedule for 3AH dielectrically and mechanically conditioned.
circuit breakers operating under ANSI usual conditions.
When actual operating conditions are more severe, over- For 3000A circuit breaker with flexible current shunts which
haul periods should occur more frequently. The counter on are electron-beam welded to the vacuum interrupters, the
the front panel of the circuit breaker records the number of vacuum interrupters are not field replaceable. Contact the
operations. nearest Siemens representative.
Table 6. Overhaul Schedule It is recommended that one vacuum interrupter be removed

ANSI Usual Conditions and replaced completely rather than removing two or more
Maintenance Based Upon Number of Closing Operations vacuum interrupters at a time. The following procedure in
check list format describes the procedure for removing and
Circuit Breaker Type Number of replacing a vacuum interrupter. Components may be identi-
Closing Operations fied by reference to Figures 19 and 20.
kV kA(MVA)
5 kV 36kA (250MVA)
30,000 1. Removing the Vacuum Interrupter
15 kV 23kA (500MVA)
All Others All Others 10,000
Note: Special care needs to be exercised in removal
or installation of hardware around the bottom, or mov-
Replacement at Overhaul able contact end, of the vacuum interrupter.
The following components are replaced during an overhaul
of the circuit breaker, when required: The movable contact uses metal bellows to maintain
the vacuum seal while still permitting up and down
• Vacuum interrupters as determined by vacuum integrity
motion of the contact. These bellows are rugged and
test, contact erosion, or according to Overhaul Schedule
reliable, and are designed to withstand years of verti-
- reference Table 6.
cal movement. However, care should be exercised
• Close Coil, 52SRC to avoid subjecting the bellows to excessive torque
during removal and replacement. Twisting the bellows
• Trip Coil, 52T
through careless bolt removal or tightening may dam-
• Trip Free Drive Bar Mechanism age the vacuum interrupter.
When these parts are changed, locking devices must also be

removed and replaced. These include lock washers, retain- 1.1 Before starting work, the circuit breaker should be
ing rings, retaining clips, spring pins, cotter pins, etc. isolated from all primary and control power sources
and all stored energy discharged by opening,
1. Replace Vacuum Interrupter; instructions follow. closing, and opening the circuit breaker by hand.
Discharge any static charge by grounding all and
2. Close Coil (52SRC) and Trip Coil (52T). center metal sections of the vacuum interrupter.
Carefully remove exterior and interphase barriers.
a. Remove two “push on” terminal connections
b. Remove two M4 hex head screws and coils. 1.2 Loosen the lateral bolt(s) on terminal clamp (29.2).
Refer to Figure 20 and employ the illustrated proce-
c) Install replacement coils with new M4 x 10 hex head
dure to loosen clamp hardware.
screws (Siemens part # 00-000-443-820) and new lock
washers for M4 (Siemens part # 00-000-288-316).
28
Overhaul
31.2
16.1
27
20
30
28
28.1
36.1
29.1
29.2
29
48
40 48.6.5 48.9
48.648.5
36.3
Figure 19. Vacuum Interrupter Replacement Illustration
16.1 Post insulator 29.1 Flexible connector 40 Pole bottom

20 Pole head 29.2 Terminal clamp 48 Insulating coupler
27 Upper connection pad 30 Vacuum interrupter 48.5 Pin
28 Strut 31.2 Bolt assembly 48.6 Lever
28.1 Centering ring 36.1 Moving contact 48.6.5 Rod end
29 Lower connection pad 36.3 Eye bolt 48.9 Drive link
29
Overhaul
1.3 Withdraw pin (48.5) from insulating coupler (48) and 2. Installing a Vacuum Interrupter
levers (48.6).
NOTE: Replacement vacuum interrupter (30) will be re-
1.4 Remove coupling pin from the eye bolt (36.3)
ceived from the factory with an eyebolt (36.3) in place,
1.5 Free struts (28) from the pole head (20). Loosen the adjusted and torqued to specific requirements.
strut hardware on the pole bottom (40) and swing DO NOT ALTER THE ADAPTER SETTING.
the struts forward and downward.
2.1 Inspect all silver plated connection surfaces for clean-
1.6 Loosen screws fastening the centering ring (28.1). liness. Clean only with a cloth and solvent.
Do not abraid.
1.7 Remove bolt (31.2), lockwasher and large washer at
stationary contact of the vacuum interrupter. 2.2 Insert vacuum interrupter (30) into the lower pole
support (40). Slip terminal clamp (29.2) into posi-
1.8 Using a deep socket, loosen and remove hex cap- tion on the movable stem.
screw fastening the pole head to the post insulator.
Completely remove the pole head and set aside. 2.3 Align vacuum interrupter and fasten “finger tight”
using heavy flat washer, lock washer and bolt, (31.2).
1.9 Grasp the vacuum interrupter (30) and withdraw
vertically. Assistance may be required to work the
terminal clamp off the movable stem of the vacuum
interrupter. FORCIBLE TWISTING EFFORT IS NOT
ALLOWED. If the terminal clamp (29.2) cannot be
easily removed, STOP!, check to be certain hard-
ware is loose, and that the terminal clamp (29.2) is
not binding.
Figure 20. Technique for Tightening Vacuum Interrupter Terminal Clamp Hardware
30
Overhaul
2.4 Fasten the pole head to the post insulator (16.1) 3. Checking the Contact Stroke
“finger tight” using hex head bolt, lock washer and
flat washer. 3.1 Open the circuit breaker.
2.5 Attach struts (28) to the upper pole support (20), 3.2 Free insulating coupler (48) by removing pin (48.5).
replace hardware (M10), but do not tighten at this The vacuum interrupter contacts must now close
time. automatically as a consequence of atmospheric
pressure.
2.6 Couple levers (48.6) and drive link (48.9) to the eye-
bolt (36.3), using the pin supplied. Apply retaining 3.3 Observe the terminal clamp (29.2) through the open-
clips. Appropriate pin is modestly chamfered, not ings on each side of the pole bottom (40). Using
to be confused with pin for the insulating coupler. vernier calipers (automatic circuit breaker test
equipment preferable) measure the distance from
2.7 Raise the terminal clamp (29.2) against the step the bottom surface of the terminal clamp to the bot-
or the spacer (if applicable) of the moving contact tom edge of the cutout opening. Measure carefully
(36.1) of the vacuum interrupter (30) so that the and record your result.
radius of the movable contact faces the connect-
ing surface of the flexible connector (29.1). Refer to 3.4 Connect the insulating coupler (48) using pin (48.5)
Figure 20 and employ technique illustrated to fasten and the retaining clips provided.
terminal clamp. Note opposing wrenches.Tighten
the bolt(s) of the terminal clamp to a torque of 40 3.5 Repeat the measurement described in step 3.3 again
Nm (30 ft. lbs.), taking care to see that the terminal with care to maximize accuracy. Record your result.
of the vacuum interrupter is not subjected to exces-
sive bending movement.
3.6 Determine difference between the measurements
NOTE: Excessive bending movement exerted while made under steps 3.3 and 3.5. Your results should
fastening the terminal clamp will damage the vacuum be per Table 7.
interrupter.
3.7 If you fail to achieve the listed results, carefully
repeat the entire procedure making certain of your
2.8 Align pole head (20) correctly and tighten bolt fasten- measurements.
ing it to the post insulator. Fasten securely all bolts
associated with struts (28). 3.8 Loosen eyebolt locking nut on insulating coupler (48),
and retain position of the eye. Make adjustments
2.9 Tighten vacuum interrupter fastening bolt (31.2) on in one-half turn increments. After adjustment is
the pole head (20) holding the vacuum interrupter completed, tighten eyebolt locking nut to 26-34 ft-lb.
firmly by its upper insulator and operate levers (35-45 Nm).
(48.6), by hand, to see whether the movable contact
moves freely. If any binding or lack of freedom is 4. After eyebolt is tightened to proper torque, repeat all
noted, loosen bolt (31.2) and adjust the vacuum measurement procedures, making certain they are in
interrupter in pole head by turning and moving it agreement with values indicated in 3.6.
slightly.
5. Complete all other maintenance procedures. Completely
2.10 The centering ring (28.1) has been loose and “float- reassembled circuit breaker should pass high potential
ing” during installation of the vacuum interrupter. test before it is ready for service.
Check that the movable contact is free to move ver-
tically without binding, and then tighten the hard- Hydraulic Shock Absorber
ware which secures the centering ring. Re-check The mechanism is equipped with a hydraulic shock absorber
that the movable contact is free to move vertically that functions when the circuit breaker opens. See item 61.8
without binding. (Figure 6a). The shock absorber should require no adjust-
ment. However, at maintenance checks, the shock absorber
2.11 Attach insulating coupler (48) and lever (48.6) should be examined for evidence of leaking. If evidence of
together, using pin (48.5). Apply retaining clips. fluid leakage is found, the shock absorber must be replaced
Correct pin has ends which have been generously to prevent damage to the vacuum interrupter bellows.
chamfered.
2.12 Open and close circuit breaker several times and

then check to see that all bolted joints and devices
are tight.
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Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Table 7. Vacuum Interrupter Stroke
Circuit Breaker Ratings (1) Vacuum Interrupter Stroke (1), (3)

Type (2)
Voltage (Max kV) MVA Rating
4.76 kV 250 MVA VS17006 7 - 9 mm
4.76 kV 350 MVA VS15052 8.4 - 9.2 mm
8.25 kV 500 MVA VS15052 8.4 - 9.2 mm
15 kV 500 MVA VS17006 7 - 9 mm
15 kV 750 MVA VS15052 8.4 - 9.2 mm
15 kV 1000 MVA VS15052 8.4 - 9.2 mm
38 kV 1500 MVA VS30030 18 - 22 mm
Notes:
1. Stroke settings are applicable to both 1200A and 2000A continuous current rated circuit breakers.
2.The vacuum interrupter type designation is labeled on the vacuum interrupter. If vacuum interrupter does not match
rating, contact the nearest Siemens representative.
3. If you need assistance achieving adjustments, contact the nearest Siemens representative.
32
Table 8. Troubleshooting
Problem Symptoms Possible Causes and Remedies
Circuit breaker fails to close Closing spring will not automatically 1. Secondary control circuit is de-
charge energized or control circuit fus-
esare blown. Check and energize
or replace if necessary
2. Secondary disconnect contacts
A1 or D16 are not engaging.
Check and replace if required.
3. Damage to wiring, terminals or
connectors. Check and repair as
necessary.
4. Failure of charging motor (88)
Replace if required.
5. Motor cut-off switch LS21 or LS22
fails to operate. Replace if nec-
essary.
6. Mechanical failure of operating
mechanism. Refer to factory or
authorized service shop.
Closing springs charge, but circuit-

breaker does not close
• Close coil, (52SRC) fails to 1. Secondary control circuit de-en-
energize. No sound of circuitbreak- ergized or control circuit fuses
er closing. blown. Correct as indicated.
2. No closing signal to secondary
disconnect pin A2. Check for con-
tinuity and correct relay logic.
13 or 15 are not engaging. Check
and correct as required.
4. Failure of anti-pump relay (52Y)
contacts 21-22 or 31-32 or 13-14.
Check and replace as required.
5. Failure of close coil (52SRC).
Check and replace as required.
6. Auxiliary switch 52a/b NC con-
tacts 41-42 are open when cir-
cuitbreaker contacts are open.
Checklinkage and switch. Replace
oradjust as necessary.
7. Spring charged switch LS9 NO
contacts remains open after
springs are charged. Check and
replace as required.
• Close coil energizes. Sound

of circuit breaker closing is heard,
mechanism. Check and contact
but circuit breaker contacts do not
factory or authorized service shop.
close.
33
Table 8. Troubleshooting (continued)
Problem Symptoms Possible Causes and Remedies
Nuisance or false close Electrical problem 1. Nuisance or false closing signal

to secondary disconnect contact
A2. Check relay logic. Correct as
required.
2. Close coil (52SRC) terminal A2 is
shorted to ground. Check to deter-
mine if problems in wiring or coil.
Correct as required.
Mechanical Problem
Circuit breaker will not trip Trip coil, (52T) does not energize. 1. Secondary control power is de-
There is no tripping sound. energized or control power fus-
esare blown. Correct as indicated.
2. Damage to wiring, terminals or
connectors. Check and repair as
necessary.
3. No tripping signal to secondary
disconnect contact C2. Check for-
continuity and correct relay logic.
C2 or D2 are not engaging. Check-
and replace if required.
5. Failure of trip coil (52T). Check
and replace if necessary.
6. Auxiliary switch 52a/b NO contacts
23-24 or 33-34 are open when cir-
cuit breaker is closed.
Check linkage and switch. Replace
or adjust as necessary.
Trip coil (52T) energizes. No tripping 1. Failure of opening spring or its

sound is heard, and circuit breaker mechanical linkage. Check and
contacts do not open (i.e.., they re- replace if required.
main closed).
Trip coil (52T) energizes. Tripping 1. Mechanical failure of operating

sound is heard, but circuitbreaker mechanism. Check and contact
contacts do not open. factory or authorized service
shop.
2. One or more of the vacuum in-
terrupters are held closed. Check
and replace as necessary.
Nuisance or false trip Electrical problem 1.Tripping signal remains energized

on secondary disconnect contact
C2. Check for improper relay logic.
Mechanical problem
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Appendix
Table A-1a
Type 3AH Circuit Breaker Ratings (Historic “Constant MVA” Rating Basis)
These ratings are in accordance with the following standards:
ANSI C37.04-1979 Standard Rating Structure for AC High-Voltage Circuit Breakers Rated on a Symmetrical Current Basis
ANSI C37.06-1987 AC High-Voltage Circuit Breakers Rated on a Symmetrical Current Basis- Preferred Ratings and Related Required Capabilities
ANSI C37.09-1979 Standard Test Procedure for AC High-Voltage Circuit Breakers Rated on a Symmetrical Current Basis
ANSI C37.010-1979 Application Guide for AC High-Voltage Circuit Breakers Rated on a Symmetrical Current Basis
Circuit Breaker Type

Measured Parameter Units 5-3AH 5-3AH- 7-3AH- 15-3AH- 15-3AH- 15-3AH- 38-3AH-
250 350 500 500 750 1000 1500
Nominal Voltage Class kV 4.16 4.16 7.2 13.8 13.8 13.8 38

General
Nominal 3-Phase MVA Class (8) MVA 250 350 500 500 750 1000 1500
Maximum Design Voltage ( V ) (2) kV rms 4.76 4.76 8.25 15.0 15.0 15.0 38
Rated
Voltage
Voltage Range Factor ( K ) (3) —— 1.24 1.19 1.25 1.30 1.30 1.30 1.65
Insulation Power Frequency kV rms 19 19 36 36 36 36 80

Withstand
Levels Voltage Levels
Lightning Impulse (BIL) kV crest 60 60 95 95 95 95 150
Rated 1200 1200 1200 1200 1200

A rms 1200 1200
Values Continuous 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000
2000 2000
(2)
3000 3000 3000 3000 3000
Short-Circuit (at rated maximumdesign kA rms-

Rated 29 41 33 18 28 37 21
Current voltage) ( I ) (4) (5) (9) sym
Interrupting Time Cycles 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
Permissible Tripping Delay ( Y ) Sec 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
Rated Maximum Design Voltage (V)divided

KV rms 3.85 4.0 6.6 11.5 11.5 11.5 23
by K ( = V/K )
Current kA rms- 36 49 41 23 36 48 35
Max. Sym Interrupting ( K x I ) (6)
Related sym
Required Short-Time Current ( K x I ) (3 seconds) kA rms 36 49 41 23 36 48 35
Capabili-
ties kA rms 58 78 66 37 58 77 56
Closing Asymmetrical ( 1.6 x K x I ) (7)
78 opt (1)
77 opt (1)
58 opt (1)
77 opt (1)
and
Latching 97 111 62 97
Peak ( 2.7 x K x I ) (7) kA peak 132 130 95
(Momentary) 132 opt (1)
130 opt (1) 97 opt (1)
130 opt (1)
Footnotes
1. High close and latch (momentary) rating available for special application
2. Maximum voltage for which the circuit breaker is designed, and the upper limit for operation.
3. K is the ratio of the rated maximum design voltage to the lower limit of the range of operating voltage in which the required symmetrical
and asymmetrical interrupting capabilities vary in inverse proportion to the operating voltage.
4.To obtain the required symmetrical interrupting capability of a circuit breaker at an operating voltage between 1/K times rated
maximum design voltage and rated maximum design voltage, the following formula shall be used: Required Symmetrical Interrupting
Capability = Rated Short-Circuit Current ( I ) X [ ( Rated Maximum Design Voltage ) / ( Operating Voltage ) ]
For operating voltages below 1/K times rated maximum design voltage, the required symmetrical interrupting capability of the circuit
breaker shall be equal to K times rated short-circuit current.
5. Within the limitations stated in ANSI C37.04-1979, all values apply to polyphase and line-to-line faults. For single phase-to-ground faults,
the specific conditions stated in clause 5.10.2.3 of ANSI C37.04-1979 apply.
6. Current values in this row are not to be exceeded even for operating voltage below 1/K times rated maximum design voltage. For operat-
ing voltages between rated maximum design voltage and 1/K times rated maximum design voltage, follow footnote 5 above.
7. Current values in this row are independent of operating voltage up to and including rated maximum design voltage.
8. “Nominal 3-Phase MVA Class” is included for reference only - this information is not listed in ANSI C37.06-1987.
9. Standard duty cycle is CO - 15sec - CO
35
Appendix
Table A-1b
Type 3AH Circuit Breaker Ratings (New “Constant kA” Rating Basis)
ANSI C37.04-1999 Standard Rating Structure for AC High-Voltage Circuit Breakers

ANSI C37.06-2000 AC High-Voltage Circuit Breakers Rated on a Symmetrical Current Basis- Preferred Ratings and Related Required Capabilities
ANSI C37.09-1999 Standard Test Procedure for AC High-Voltage Circuit Breakers Rated on a Symmetrical Current Basis
ANSI C37.010-1999 Application Guide for AC High-Voltage Circuit Breakers Rated on a Symmetrical Current Basis
Circuit Breaker Type
Rated Values Units 15- 15-3AH- 15-3AH- 15-

5-3AH- 5-3AH- 5-3AH- 7-3AH- 15-3AH- 38-3AH-
3AH- 3AH-
31 40 50 40 25 31 50 31.5
20 40
Maximum Design Voltage ( V ) (1) kV rms 4.76 4.76 4.76 8.25 15.0 15.0 15.0 15.0 15.0 38.0
Voltage Range Factor ( K ) (2) —— 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
Withstand Power Frequency kV rms 19 19 19 36 36 36 36 36 36 80

Voltage Levels Lightning
kV crest 60 60 60 95 95 95 95 95 95 150
Impulse (BIL)
1200 1200 1200 1200 1200 1200
Continuous A rms 1200 1200 1200 1200
(3)
2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000
2000 2000 2000 2000
3000FC 3000FC 3000FC 3000FC 3000FC 3000FC
kA rms- 31.5 40 50 40 20 25 31.5 40 50 31.5

Short-Circuit ( I ) (4) (5)
sym
Interrupting Time ms 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83
Cycles 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
Permissible Tripping Delay ( Y ) Sec 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
Max. Sym Interrupting ( I ) kA rms- 31.5 40 50 40 20 25 31.5 40 50 31.5

sym
% dc Component % 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47
Short-Time Current ( I ) (3 seconds) kA rms 31.5 40 50 40 20 25 31.5 40 50 31.5
Closing & Latching (Momentary) kA rms 49 62 78 62 31 39 49 62 78 49

Asymmetrical ( 1.55 x I )
Closing & Latching (Momentary) kA peak 82 104 130 104 52 65 82 104 130 82
Peak ( 2.6 x I )
Footnotes
1. Maximum voltage for which the circuit breaker is designed, and the upper limit for operation.
2. K is listed for informational purposes only. For circuit breakers rated on a “kA basis”,the Voltage Range Factor is 1.0.
3. 3000FC indicates that fan cooling may be required in the switchgear structure to achieve this rating.
4. All values apply to polyphase and line-to-line faults.
5. Standard duty cycle is O - 0.3sec - CO - 15sec - CO.
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Appendix
Table A-2
Type 3AH Circuit Breaker Ratings
Control Voltages, ANSI C37.06 Spring Charging Motor
Nominal Range Close Coil Trip Coil Amperes Charging
Close Trip Amperes (1)

Amperes (1)
Run (Avg.) (1)
Seconds
24 VDC 19-28 14-28 4.2 36 — —
48 VDC 36-56 28-56 2.1 13 8 10
125 VDC 100-140 70-140 1.0 5.4 4 10
250 VDC 220-280 140-280 0.5 2.3 2 10
120 VAC 104-127 104-127 0.9 — (2)

6 10
240 VAC 208-254 208-254 0.4 — (2)

3 10
1. Current at nominal voltage. 2. Capacitor trip.
Table A-3
Interrupting Capacity of Circuit Breaker Auxiliary Switch Contacts
Control Circuit Voltage

Type of Circuitto Continuous Current
Interrupt Amperes 120 VAC 240 VAC 24 VDC 48 VDC 125 VDC 250 VDC
Interrupting Capacity in Amperes
Non-Inductive 20 10 5 20(1)
20
(1)
5 3
Inductive 20 10 5 20(1)
20
(1)
5 3
1. 2 Contacts in series.
Table A-4 Circuit Breaker Weights

Circuit Breaker Type Weights, approx. Lbs (approx. kg) (1)
Maximum Voltage Interrupting Capability Continuous Current, Amperes

kV rms sym. kA rms sym. (MVA)
1200 A 2000 A 3000 A
4.76 31.5 (250) 242 (110) 264 (120) ——
4.76 40 (350) 246 (112) 268 (122) 286 (130)
4.76 50 330 (150) 363 (165) 396 (180)
8.25 40 (500) 246 (112) 268 (122) 286 (130)
15.0 20 (500) 165 (75) 257 (117) ——
15.0 25 165 (75) 257 (117) ——
15.0 31.5 (750) 242 (110) 264 (120) ——
15.0 40 (1000) 246 (112) 268 (122) 286 (130)
15.0 50 330 (150) 363 (165) 396 (180)
38.0 31.5 (1500) 363 (165) 385 (175) ——

1. For shipping, add 100 lbs (45 kg).
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Vacuum Circuit Breaker Instructions

Will cause death, serious personal injury or

De-energize and ground the equipment before main-

Unauthorized parts should not be used in the repair of

Follow all safety instructions contained herein.

Table of Contents ...................................................................1 Maintenance .........................................................................19

Introduction Signal Words

1. Always work on de-energized equipment. Always de-ener-

• Training in rendering first aid.

3. Notify the Siemens Sales office immediately of any ship-

2. Inspect for concealed damage. Notification to carrier must

3. Each circuit breaker should be appropriately lifted to

Inspections, Checks and Tests without Control Power

Spring Discharge Check (Figure 1)

The spring discharge check consists of simply performing

Figure 2. Vacuum Circuit Breaker Module

Figure 4. Vacuum Interrupter/Operating Mechanism Module

lower primary disconnect pad provisions, to perform the

Bolting hardware is M12 x 1.75 grade 8.Torque M12 bolts to

Construction (Figures 1, 2, 5, 6a and 6b) Current-Path Assembly (Figure 5)

In the closed state, the necessary contact pressure is main-

When a opening command is given, the energy stored in

The operating mecha-

1. Charge the closing spring with sufficient potential energy

2. Mechanisms to release closing and opening actions.

50.2 Charging mechanism gear box 59 Operation counter 63 Jack shaft

62.8.1 62.8.2 64.3

54 Open pushbutton 64.2 Trip latch pawl

Construction As the closing spring discharges, the charging shaft (62.1) is

Anti-pumping feature (Divice 52Y)

Rapid auto reclosing.

Figure 8. Operator Sequential Operation Diagram.

Rapid Auto-Reclosing Manual Closing (Figure 6a)

The circuit breaker may be operated only with the original

Manually Charging the Closing Spring

Elementary Diagram (Figure 10)

Figure 10. Typical Elementary Diagram

Close coil (52SRC)

Trip coil (52T)

Figure 12. Latch Details (shown charged).

Capacitor Trip Device

This device is applied in circuit breaker installations lack-

The capacitor trip converts 120 or 240 VAC control voltage

Hazardous voltages and high-speed moving Recommended Hand Tools

Regardless of the length of the maintenance and lubrication

The user must establish a periodic maintenance program

Note: For circuit breaker ratings other than 5kV - 250MVA

Anderol 732 or Klueber Isoflex

Klueber Isoflex, Anderol 732 or Beacon #325

Figure 15. Operator Lubrication Points

Manual Spring Charging and Contact Erosion Checks

1. Insert the hand charging crank into the manual charge

2. Press the Close (black) pushbutton. The contact position

3. Perform the contact erosion check. Contact erosion occurs

High Speed Moving Parts. Can cause

4. Press the red Open pushbutton after completing the con-

5. Press the black Close pushbutton. Nothing should happen.

4.76kV 31.5kA 31.5kA B 6

to their respective device. 4.76kV 50kA 50kA C 11