Devices: ED Frame Types ED2, ED2Y, ED4,

HED4, HED6, HHED6 and HCED6 Circuit

Breakers, Type ED6 ETI Motor Circuit Interrupt-
ers, Types ED2, ED4, ED6, HHED6 and
HCED6 Molded Case Switches.
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Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc.
Bellefontaine, OH 43311 U.S.A. Pc. No. 75822B00

Installation Instructions

Hazardous Voltage.
Will cause death or serious
injury.
Turn off and lock out all
power before installing or
servicing.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: This instruction outlines the recommended

installation procedure.
1. General Product Information
The ED frame circuit breaker line includes Types ED2,
ED2Y, ED4, ED6, HED4, HED6, HHED6 and HCED6
Circuit Breakers; Type ED6 ETI Motor Circuit Inter-
rupters; and Types ED2, ED4, ED6, HHED6 and
HCED6 Molded Case Switches. These devices are
rated 15A. to 125A. continuous current and are avail-
ED-Frame Circuit Breaker and Molded Case Switch
able for use at operating voltages up to 600 V.A.C.,
50/60 Hz.; 240 V.A.C., 400 Hz.; and 250 V.D.C. (Type
ED2 and ED2Y Circuit Breakers and Molded Case
Fig. 1
Switches are rated 100 A. maximum. Type HHED6 Installation (con’t)
and HCED6 Circuit Breakers and Molded Case required) are available as separate catalog items.
Switches are rated for A.C. 50/60 Hz. current only.)
NOTE: Accessory installation must be completed
NOTE: Molded Case Switches are available as 100 before the circuit breaker is mounted and connected.
A. and 125 A. ratings only, and are not provided with (See installation instructions supplied with accessory
a “Push-to-Trip” button. In addition, Type ED6 ETI before proceeding).
Motor Circuit Interrupters are available with ratings
down to 1 A. NOTE: Accessories manufactured by Siemens En-
ergy and Automation, Inc. that are suitable for use
For this publication, the term Circuit Breaker also with Circuit Breaker Types ED2, ED2Y, ED4, ED6,
includes Molded Case Switches and Motor Circuit HED4 and HED6 are also suitable and may be used
Interrupters. with Types HHED6 and HCED6.
2. Installation A. Turn off and lock out all power before installing or
ED-frame circuit breakers are for use in individual servicing.
enclosures, panelboards, switch boards or other ap- B. Make sure that the circuit breaker is suitable for
proved equipment. the installation by comparing nameplate ratings
The installation procedure consists of inspecting, at- with system requirements. Inspect the circuit
taching required accessories, mounting the circuit breaker for completeness and check for any dam-
breaker, and connecting and torquing the line and load age before mounting.
wire connectors. C. The circuit breaker must be in the “Tripped” or
Mounting hardware and wire connectors (where “OFF” position prior to mounting.
Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc.
Bellefontaine, OH 43311 U.S.A.
Hazardous voltage.
Will cause death or serious
injury.

Turn off and lock out all

power before installing or
servicing.

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Installation Instructions
1.0
.50 .645
1.37
2.30
HANDLE
ESCUTCHEON

CIRCUIT BREAKER
MOUNTING HOLE 2.88 NOTE 2 2.47
AND .812
HANDLE ESCUTCHEON
CUT OUT DIAGRAM

2.20
2.31*
NOTE:
1* RECOMMENDED .188* DIA.
DIMENSIONS TO ACCESS 5.00
2 0.38* DIA. HOLE PUSH TO TRIP
TO ACCESS ETI 2 & 3 POLE
INSTANTANEOUS TRIP 1.0
ONLY
ADJUSTMENT. 3 POLE 1.0*
ETI ONLY. SEE FIG. 4
DRILL & TAP
#8-32* MOUNTING
HOLES
2 HOLES-2 POLES
4 HOLES-1 & 3
POLES

1 POLE 2 POLE 3 POLE

Fig. 2

Fig. 3
D. To mount the circuit breaker, perform the following Wiring Lug Installation
for Circuit Breaker Types HHED6 and HCED6
steps: Load terminal and wiring lug are positioned at an angle
1. For individual enclosures, panelboards and 6. After mounting the circuit breaker, line and load
switchboards manufactured by Siemens Energy terminals and accessory terminals should be
and Automation, Inc., follow the instructions pro- connected. Install wire connectors with correct
vided with this equipment. torque requirements. Torque values for line and
2. For those applications where mounting is on a load connectors are provided on the circuit
flat surface of the customers equipment, drill breaker nameplate. Insure that wire and wire
and tap mounting bolt holes according to the connectors are fully engaged on terminals and
drilling plan in Fig. 2. For handle escutcheon that connectors are flush with end of terminal.
cut out plans refer to Fig. 2. NOTE: When aluminum conductors are used,
NOTE: For mounting single pole breakers, the use the application of a suitable joint compound is
of a back mounting plate (Catalog Number E2BMB) recommended to reduce the possibility of
is required. terminal overheating.
3. If circuit breaker contains accessories, make NOTE: Circuit Breaker Types HHED6 and
sure terminals can be connected when the HCED6 have load terminals that can rotate
circuit breaker is mounted. between two positions. When installing wire con-
4. Position circuit breaker on mounting surface. nectors, the load terminal must be positioned
at an angle as shown in Fig. 3.
5. Install mounting screws and washers from kit
Catalog Number MSE6. Torque mounting hard- 7. After the circuit breaker is installed, check all
ware to 12-15 in-lbs. mounting hardware for secureness.
Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc.
Bellefontaine, OH 43311 U.S.A.
Hazardous voltage.
Will cause death or serious
injury.

Turn off and lock out all

power before installing or
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Installation Instructions
3. Manual Operation
Manual operation of the circuit breaker is controlled
by the circuit breaker handle and the PUSH-TO-
TRIP button. The circuit breaker handle has three On

indicating positions, two of which are molded into Handle

the handle to indicate ON and OFF. The third posi- Trip

tion indicates a TRIP position and is between the

ON and OFF position. (See Fig. 4)
A. Circuit Breaker Reset Off
After tripping, the circuit breaker is reset by mov-
ing the circuit breaker handle to the reset posi- Reset

tion and then moving the handle to the ON posi- Push-To-Trip

tion. Button

(FOR BREAKER ONLY)

NOTE: In the event of a thermal trip, the circuit
breaker cannot be reset until the thermal ele-
ment cools.
Circuit Breaker Manual Controls
B. PUSH-TO-TRIP Button Fig. 4
The PUSH-TO-TRIP button checks the tripping
C. Switch the circuit breaker to the ON and OFF
function and is used to manually exercise the
positions several times to be sure the mechani-
operating mechanism. (PUSH-TO-TRIP button
cal linkages are free and do not bind. If
not provided on switch)
mechanical linkages are not free, replace the
4. Inspection and Field Testing circuit breaker.
ED-frame circuit breakers are designed to provide D. Press the PUSH-TO-TRIP button to mechani-
years of maintanance free service. The following cally trip the circuit breaker. Trip, reset, and switch
procedure outlines how to inspect and test a circuit the breaker on several times. If the circuit breaker
breaker in service. cannot be turned on replace the circuit breaker.
Inspection and Maintenance E. Check circuit breaker housing and handle for
Circuit breakers in service should be inspected cracks, chipping and discoloration. Circuit break-
periodically. The inspection should include the ers should be replaced if cracks or severe discol-
following steps: oration is found.
F. Check terminals and wire connectors for loose-
A. Turn off and lock out power before inspecting or ness or signs of overheating. Overheating will
servicing. Special attention should be paid to show as discoloration, melting or blistering of con-
reverse feed applications to ensure no voltage is ductor insulation, or as pitting or melting of con-
present. ductor surfaces due to arcing. If there is no evi-
B. Remove dust, soot, grease or moisture from the dence of overheating or looseness, do not dis-
surface of the circuit breaker using a lint free cloth turb or tighten the connections. If there is evi-
brush or vacuum cleaner. DO NOT blow debris dence of overheating, terminations should be
into the circuit breakers. If contamination is found, replaced. Before re-energizing the circuit breaker,
eliminate the source of the problem. all wire connectors and cable should be refur-
NOTE: Do not spray or allow any petroleum based bished to the original installed condition.
chemicals, solvents or paints to contact the inside IMPORTANT: Refer to instructions on page 2,
or outside of breaker or electrical connections. Item 6.
Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc.
Bellefontaine, OH 43311 U.S.A.
Hazardous voltage.
Will cause death or serious
injury .

Turn off and lock out all

power before installing or
servicing.
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Pc. No. 75822B00
© Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc. 1988

Installation Instructions
G. Check circuit breaker mounting hardware. Instantaneous
Tighen if necessary. Trip
Adjustment
H. Check area where circuit breaker is installed for .75
any safety hazards, including personal safety
and fire hazards. Exposure to certain types of
chemicals can cause deterioration of electrical
connections.
Field Testing PUSH
Any field testing should be conducted in accor- TO TRIP Fig. 5
dance with NEMA Standards Publication AB2.
(When Breaker is Mounted Immediately Ahead of
5. Adjustment procedures for ETI Motor Circuit Motor Starter)
Interrupter. 3 Phase Induction Type Motors (ETI circuit breakers
A. Determine the Motor Full Load Amperes from for branch circuit use with alternating-current combi-
the motor nameplate or table 430-150 of N.E.C. nation, full voltage motor starters).
(1990). TABLE 1
B. Use Table 1 for suggested device catalog num- Motor Full Catalog ETI Trip Setting
Load Amperes Number Adjustment Amperes
ber and adjustment setting. .20- .33 Low 2.6
.34- .45 2 4.5
C. Adjust the instantaneous button by rotating to the .46-
.57-
.56
.68
ED63A001 3 6
4 7.5
desired setting determined above (Ref. Fig. 5). .69- .81 High 9
.53- .83 Low 7
.84- 1.14 2 11
1.15- 1.45 ED63A002 3 15
ETI instantaneous-trip circuit breakers are recom- 1.46- 1.68 4 19
1.69- 2.00 High 22
mended for use in combination motor starters to pro- .76- 1.29 Low 10
1.30- 1.75 2 17
vide selective short-circuit protection for the motor 1.76- 2.29 ED63A003 3 23
2.30- 2.68 4 30
branch circuit. The adjustable instantaneous-trip fea- 2.69- 3.18 High 35
1.23- 1.99 Low 16
ture of the ETI circuit breaker provides for a trip set- 2.00- 2.75 2 26
2.76- 3.52 ED63A005 3 36
ting slightly above the peak motor-inrush current. With 3.53- 4.14 4 46
4.15- 4.90 High 54
this setting, no delay is introduced in opening the cir- 2.30- 3.83 Low 30
3.84- 5.37 2 50
cuit when a fault occurs. This circuit breaker has no 5.38- 6.52 ED63A010 3 70
6.53- 7.68 4 85
time-delay trip element. Therefore it must be used in 7.69- 9.10 High 100
4.23- 6.91 Low 55
conjunction with, and immediately ahead of, the 6.92- 9.61 2 90
9.62- 11.91 ED63A025 3 125
motor-running overcurrent protective device. 11.92- 13.83 4 155
13.84- 16.40 High 180
The recommended ETI instantaneous only circuit 6.15- 10.37
10.38- 14.22
Low
2
80
135
breakers listed in Table 1 have continuous-current rat- 14.23- 18.06
18.07- 20.75
ED63A030 3
4
185
235
20.76- 24.50 High 270
ings of at least 115% of motor full-load currents. The 8.84- 14.22 Low 115
trip-setting positions are approximately 11 times motor 14.23- 19.60
19.61- 24.99 ED63A040
2
3
185
255
full-load currents. The suggested trip settings, and in 25.00- 28.83
28.84- 34.00
4
High
325
375
some cases, the allowable maximum setting of 1300% 13.84- 23.06
23.07- 31.52
Low
2
180
300
of motor full load current may not be sufficient to get 31.53- 39.99
40.00- 46.14
ED63A050 3
4
410
520
“energy efficient” motors on line. 46.15- 54.50
24.23- 41.52
High
Low
600
315
41.53- 56.91 2 540
56.92- 68.45 ED63A100 3 740
68.46- 76.91 4 890
76.92- 90.90 High 1000
38.46- 55.37 Low 500
55.38- 70.75 2 720
70.76- 84.60 ED63A125 3 920
84.61- 96.14 4 1100
96.15- 113.60 High 1250

Manufactured Under One or More of the Following

U.S. Patents: 4,594,567; 4,595,896; 4,675,640; 4,680,564.