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3AF 01
Outdoor Vacuum Circuit Breaker
36/40.5kV
Operating Instructions Manual N8-A7E-324-02159-001
Contents
Page Nos Page Nos
1 General..................................................................3 5 Transport..............................................................11
1.1 Standard specifications............................................3 5.1 Packing cases........................................................11
1.2 Fields of application.................................................3 5.2 Desiccant..............................................................11
5.3 Loading & unloading during transport....................11
2 Technical data........................................................4
5.4 Arrival at site.........................................................11
2.1 Type spectrum.........................................................4
6 Installation...........................................................12
2.1.1 Type designation.....................................................4
6.1 Unpacking.............................................................12
2.1.2 Rated data...............................................................4
6.2 Receiving the equipment.......................................12
2.1.3 Dimensions and Weights..........................................4
6.3 Storage and handling.............................................12
2.2 Characteristic values................................................4
6.4 Erection.................................................................12
2.3 Influence of environmental parameters....................5 6.5 Electrical connection..............................................13
2.3.1 Permissible ambient conditions................................5
7 Commissioning....................................................14
2.3.2 Site altitude.............................................................5
7.1 Slow closing operation...........................................14
2.3.3 Load current............................................................6
7.2 Slow opening operation.........................................14
2.4 Service life...............................................................6
7.3 Charging the closing spring by hand......................14
2.5 Fixing/termination dimensions and weights.............6 7.4 Closing..................................................................14
3 Description.............................................................7 7.5 Opening................................................................14
3.1 Construction............................................................7 7.6 Space heaters........................................................15
3.2 Vacuum Interrupter.................................................7 8 Maintenance........................................................16
3.3 The arc quenching principle.....................................7 8.1 Safety measures....................................................16
3.4 Switching operation................................................7 8.2 Maintenance schedule...........................................16
8.3 Typical maintenance sequence...............................16
4 Equipment.............................................................9
8.4 Lubrication of parts...............................................16
4.1 Operating mechanism.............................................9
8.5 Checking the contact erosion.................................17
4.2 Closing....................................................................9
8.6 Checking the vacuum............................................17
4.3 Shunt releases.........................................................9 8.7 Cleaning................................................................17
4.3.1 Shunt closing release (Y9)3AY1510..........................9 8.8 Dielectric test........................................................17
4.3.2 Shunt release (Y1)3AY1510.....................................9 8.9 Accessories and standard spare parts................ 17/18
4.3.3 Shunt release (Y3)3AY1510 (optional feature)..........9 8.10 Service Life............................................................19
4.3.4 Shunt release (Y2)3AX1101 (optional feature).........9 8.11 Disposal of product................................................19
4.3.5 Undervoltage release (Y7)3AX1103 8.12 Summary of important instructions........................19
(optional feature)....................................................9 8.13 Troubleshooting....................................................20
4.3.6 C.T. Operated release (Y4)3AX1102 ......................10 8.14 Typical wiring diagram...........................................21
4.4 Auxiliary switch (S1)3SV92....................................10 9 Service.................................................................21
4.5 Mechanical interlocking.........................................10

Instructions regarding Safety

This manual contains information titled ‘NOTE’, ‘CAUTION’,
‘WARNING’ & ‘DANGER’. These titles indicate the following:- WARNING:
This indicates a condition which may result in property
NOTE:
damage or injury to persons if the warning is not heeded to.
This indicates an interesting or helpful information is
Follow the advice provided with the warning.
provided.
DANGER:
CAUTION:
This indicates a condition of high voltage availability which
This indicates a condition which may result in damage to
may lead to substantial property damage or death of a
the equipment or its parts or minor personal injury if the
person if the danger is not heeded to. Follow the advice
caution is not heeded to. Follow the advice provided with
provided with the danger.
the caution.

Qualified personnel
For the purpose of these operating instructions and warning notices, a "qualified person"
is one who is familiar with the installation, construction and operation of the equipment
NOTE
and the hazards involved. In addition, he/she has the following qualifications: Product liability claims are
• Is trained and authorized to energize, de-energize, clear, ground and tag circuits and valid only if the spare parts
equipment in accordance with established safety practices. purchased have been replaced
by Siemens personnel trained
• Is trained in the proper care and use of protective equipment in accordance with
and certified to do so.
established and safety practices.
• Is trained in rendering first aid.

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 Warning
This equipment contains hazardous voltages and mechanical parts which move at high speed and may be
controlled remotely.

Non-observance of the safety instructions can result in death, severe personnel injury or damage to property &
environment.

Only qualified personnel should work on or around this equipment after becoming thoroughly familiar with all
warnings, safety notices and maintenance procedures contained herein.

Successful and safe operation of this equipment is dependent on perfect project planning of the system, proper
handling (transport, storage), installation, operation and maintenance.

1. General
Siemens 3AF 01 vacuum circuit-breakers are of the triple- NOTE
pole outdoor type for rated voltage of 36/ 40.5kV. In their basic design and with all standard listed
equipment options, 3AF 01 vacuum circuit-breakers
The vacuum circuit-breaker consists of a steel structure,
are type-tested components in accordance with IEC.
a mechanism housing complete with stored-energy
spring mechanism & control elements, and a baseframe If the customer intends to fit the breakers with
with three poles with vacuum interrupters mounted in additional functions, we recommend that he should
porcelain insulators and operating rods. first consult us as in most cases proven and tested
solutions are already available.
1.1 Standard specifications
The 3AF 01 vacuum circuit-breakers comply with the
provisions of IEC 62271-1, IEC 62271-100. Refer Table1 1.2 Fields of application
for Technical Data. The combination of the special contact geometry
and contact material developed of the vacuum
interrupters enables Siemens 3AF 01 vacuum circuit-
breakers to be used universally for all fields of application,
e.g. this circuit-breaker with stored-energy mechanism is
suitable for the operating sequence
O-0.3s-CO-3min-CO
O-0.3s-CO-15sec-CO (on request)

However, certain applications, such as filter circuits,

operating reactors, furnace breakers etc., may necessitate
taking of special measures.

A. Interrupter Assembly
B. Vacuum Interrupter
C. Support Insulator
D. Base Frame
E. Top Terminal
F. Bottom Terminal
G. Drive Mechanism Housing
H. Steel Structure
J. Plexiglass for Viewing
Mechanical Indications
K. Control Cable Gland Plate
L. Earthing Terminals
M. Facility for Padlock

Fig. 1 : Typical General Layout

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2. Technical data
2.1 Type spectrum NOTE
2.1.1 Type designation In the event of any queries, state the type
designation, design code, year of manufacture and
3AF 01 vacuum circuit-breakers are identified by a
the serial number.
machine-readable product designation made up of a
series of numbers and letters, whose first 8 places can
be found on the name plate of the circuit-breakers. The 2.1.3 Dimensions and weights
design code stated on the name plate together with the The dimensions of the vacuum circuit-breaker are shown
machine-readable product designation provides a full in the relevant drawings, which can be ordered through
description of the circuit-breaker. The figure below shows your Siemens office.
what the individual places of the basic machine-readable
product designation stand for: The weight can be found on the breaker rating plate, in
Basic designation &
Fig. 2; or in the relevant drawing.
Rated voltage,
2.2 Characteristic values
Rated short circuit Definitions:
breaking current
Opening time = the interval of time between the
Rated normal initiation of the opening operation and the instant when
current the contacts separate in all poles.
Electrical
autoreclosing Arcing time = the interval of time between the instant
3 A F 0 1 5 3 - 4 of the first initiation of an arc and the instant of final arc
extinction in all poles.

Besides the basic machine-readable product designation Break time = the interval of time between the initiation
of the circuit-breaker stated on the name plate (Fig. 2); it of the opening release and the instant of final arc
also contains the following information. extinction in all poles. (= opening time + arcing time).

 s  Close-open time = the interval of time (in a make-break

operating cycle) between the instant when the contacts
Type designation Design code touch in the first pole in the closing process and the
Serial number Year of manufacture instant when the arcing contacts separate in all poles in
Rated voltage / Frequency Rated normal current the subsequent opening process.
Rated s.c. breaking current Rated s.c. duration Dead time = The interval of time between final arc
Rated light imp. with. Weight extinction in all poles in the opening operation and
and power freq. voltage the first re-establishment of current in any pole in the
Purchase Order No. & Date subsequent closing operation.

Closing time = the interval of time between the initiation

Rated operating duty of the closing release and the instant when the contacts
touch in all poles.
 Made in India 324-02185-001 
Fig. 2: Name plate
For abbreviations of rated characteristics, refer Table 1
below.
The name plate, is located on the mechanism housing of
the circuit-breaker.

2.1.2 Rated data

Type Rated Rated Rated Rated Rated Rated power Rated lightning Pole Weight
designation voltage short-circuit short-circuit short-circuit current frequency impulse withstand centre (approx.)
making current breaking current duration withstand voltage voltage distance
U in kV Ima in kA Isc in kA tth in s In in A in kV Uw in kV in mm in kg
3AF0151 36/40.5 82 31.5 3 1600 70/95 170/200 725±5 570
3AF0152 36/40.5 82 31.5 3 2000 70/95 170/200 725±5 570
3AF0158 36/40.5 82 31.5 3 2500 70/95 170/200 725±5 570
3AF0141 36/40.5 82 25/26.3 3 1600 70/95 170/200 725±5 570
3AF0142 36/40.5 82 25/26.3 3 2000 70/95 170/200 725±5 570
3AF0148 36/40.5 82 25/26.3 3 2500 70/95 170/200 725±5 570
Table 1: 3AF 01 Technical Data

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The operating and pulse duration times stated in Table 2 1320mm creepage is provided on the porcelain insulators
below apply for 3AF 01 vacuum circuit-breakers: for very high levels of pollution at site, standard creepage
is 1120 mm.
Operating times: 2.3.2 Site Altitude
Opening time, 1st shunt release (Y1) ≤ 65 ms The insulating capacity of air decreases with rising
Opening time, 2nd shunt release (Y3) ≤ 65 ms altitude due to the lower air density. In conformity with
IEC 62271-1, the rated lightning impulse voltage values
Arcing time <15 ms
are valid up to an installation altitude of 1000m above
Break time, 1st shunt release (Y1) ≤ 80 ms mean sea level. As from an altitude of 1000m, the
Break time, 2nd shunt release (Y3) ≤ 80 ms insulation level must be corrected as shown in Fig. 3:
Close-open time, 1st shunt release (Y1) ≤ 90 ms
Close-open time, 2nd shunt release (Y3) ≤ 90 ms
Dead time 300 ms
Closing time with stored-energy mech. ≤ 80 ms
Synchronizing error between the poles ≤ 2 ms
Spring charging times:
Spring charging time (M1) ≤ 15 s
Minimum pulse duration:
Shunt release (Y1) .. 3AY1510 40 ms
Closing solenoid (Y9) .. 3AY1510 40 ms

Table 2: Operating and pulse duration times

2.3 Influence of environmental parameters

2.3.1 Permissible ambient conditions
The 3AF 01 vacuum circuit-breakers are designed for the Fig. 3: Altitude compensation factor Ka
normal operating conditions laid down in the standards.
U ≥ Uo • Ka
Permissible ambient temperatures:
Maximum value + 40°C U Rated withstand voltage V under standard reference
Average over a period of 24 hours + 35oC atmosphere
Minimum value - 60°C
Uo Required rated withstand voltage for the installation
Permissible relative atmospheric humidity: location
Maximum value, 24 hour mean 95 % Ka Altitude compensation factors
Maximum value, 1 month mean 90 %
Ka = em • (H-1000) / 8150
Under these conditions, condensation may occur Calculating the altitude compensation factor Ka:
occasionally.
H = Installation altitude in meters
m = 1 for AC voltage, lightning impulse voltage
(between the phases, phase-earth, applied
longitudinally)

Example:
For a specified rated withstand voltage of 185kV at an
altitude of 1400m, an insulation level of at least 195kV
under standard reference atmosphere is required:
195kV ≥ 185kV • e 1*(1400-1000)/8150 = 185•1.05

This means that equipment designed for a rated voltage

of 195 kV, is required for this application.

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2.3.3 Load current For ordering replacement pole assembly or for any defect
The rated normal currents listed in Table 1 have been laid or damage noticed in pole assembly contact Siemens
down for an ambient temperature of 40°C. service center, state the circuit breaker type and serial
number(see name plate)
2.4 Service life
2.5 Fixing/termination dimensions and weights
Under normal operating conditions, the circuit-breakers
are designed for 10,000 mechanical operating cycles. The dimensions of the vacuum circuit-breaker are shown
Due to the optimization of the service life of all parts, in the relevant drawings which can be ordered through
the level of reliability falls if the breakers are used for a Siemens office.
greater number of operating cycles. The manufacturer
can therefore not recommend continued use of the The weight can be found on the breaker name plate, in
circuit-breakers, even if certain subassemblies are Table 1 or in the relevant General Assembly drawing.
renewed.
Top / Bottom Terminal (Aluminium) (E,F in Fig. 1)

Fig. 6 Typical Terminal pad

Foundation Plan: Foundation Details:

Fig. 5 Typical fixing dimensions

3 Description
The 36kV 3AF01 vacuum circuit-breakers are designed

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to handle all the switching duties that occur in primary initiates a metal vapour arc discharge and flows through
distribution systems. The breakers are extremely reliable this plasma until the next current zero. The arc is then
in service, require minimum maintenance and have a extinguished and the conductive metal vapour condenses
long life expectancy. Moreover, their optimum size and on the metal surfaces within a matter of microseconds.
weight, their quiet and low-vibration operation and As a result, the dielectric strength in the break builds up
the fact that they are not affected by temperature nor very rapidly.
present a fire risk make the breakers suitable for outdoor
The contacts are designed so that the self generated
locations.
field causes the arc to travel. This prevents their local
overheating when interrupting large current.
3.1 Construction (Figs.: 7, 10 & 11)
Pole assembly: (Fig. 7) The metal vapour arc discharge can only be maintained
if a certain minimum current flows. A current that does
The vacuum interrupter is mounted in a porcelain
not attain this level is chopped prior to current zero. The
insulator to form an interrupter assembly (P-1, Fig. 7). An
chopping current must be kept to a minimum in order
interrupter assembly & a support insulator assembly form
to prevent unduly high over voltages building up when
a sealed pole assembly.
inductive circuits are switched. The use of a special
Three such assemblies are mounted on a base frame contact material ensures that current chopping is limited
(P‑2, Fig. 7) which has a common operating shaft. to 4-5 A.
This assembly is mounted on an operating mechanism
housing (P-3, Fig. 7). This is in turn is assembled on The rapid build-up of the dielectric strength in the break
steel structure so as to locate the line terminals at a enables the arc to be safely extinguished even if contact
safe distance above the ground. The energy storing separation occurs immediately prior to current zero.
mechanism and all the control and actuating devices are The arc drawn in the vacuum interrupter is not cooled.
installed in operating mechanism housing. The breaker The metal vapour plasma is highly conductive and the
can be electrically operated from control room or by hand resulting arc voltage only attains value between 20 and
locally. 200 V. For this reason and because of the short arcing
Operating mechanism: (Fig. 11) time, the arc energy developed in the break is very small.
This also accounts for the long electrical life expectancy
The locations of mechanical ON-OFF indicator (P-9,
of the vacuum interrupter.
Fig. 11), the spring charged indicator (P-8, Fig. 11) and
operation counter are shown. Also shown are the ‘ON’
3.4 Switching Operation
push button (P-3, Fig. 11) and ‘OFF’ push button (P-6,
Fig. 11). This figure also shows the opening to insert the When a closing command is initiated, the closing spring
crank handle (P-15, Fig. 11) which can be used to charge (P-12, Fig. 11) which was previously charged (by hand or
the spring during maintenance or in case of control by the motor), actuates the moving contact through the
supply failure. drive shaft (P-20, Fig. 7), pull rod (P-4, Fig. 7), switching
shaft (P-5, Fig. 7) and switching rod (P-6, Fig. 7).
Control panel: (Fig. 10)
On the control panel (P-1, Fig. 10) to the right of the During closing, the tripping spring (P-13, Fig. 11) and the
mechanism is mounted when necessary, the Local/ contact pressure springs (P-19, Fig. 7) are charged. The
Remote switch (P-2, Fig. 10) and the breaker ON/OFF closing spring of motor operated breaker is recharged
switch (P-3, Fig. 10). Control and signalling cables are (within 15 seconds) after CB is closed.
connected to terminal blocks (P-4, Fig. 10) on the panel. In the closed state, the necessary contact pressure is
As per wiring diagram, external connections shall be maintained by the contact pressure springs and the
made on the terminal blocks. atmospheric pressure. The contact pressure spring
automatically compensates for contact erosion, which is
3.2 Vacuum Interrupter (Fig. 9) very small.
The basic construction of the interrupter can be seen in
When a tripping command is given, the energy stored in
Fig. 9. The moving contact (P-1) moves in guide
the tripping and contact pressure springs is released. If
(P-2). The bellows (P-3) follows the travel of contact
the breaker is to be tripped locally, the tripping spring is
(P-1) and seals the interrupter against the surrounding
released by pressing the OFF button (P-6, Fig. 11). In the
atmosphere.
case of an electrical command being given, the tripping
The vacuum interrupters fitted in the 3AF 01 vacuum solenoid Y1 (P-5, Fig. 11) unlatches the tripping spring.
circuit-breakers are type-approved in accordance The opening sequence is similar to the closing sequence.
with the X-ray regulations of the Federal Republic of The residual force of the tripping spring arrests the
Germany. They conform to the requirements of the X-ray moving contact in the open position.
regulations of January 8, 1987 (Federal Law Gazette Page In the event of the control supply failing, the breaker can
144) § 8 and Annex III Section 5 up to respective rated be operated by hand.
short-time AC voltage stipulated in accordance with VDE/
IEC (rated power frequency withstand voltage). The anti-pumping device / auxiliary contactor in the
operating mechanism for the breaker ensures that it
3.3 The Arc quenching Principle is not repeatedly opened and closed in the event of
simultaneous ON and OFF commands.
When the contacts separate, the current to be interrupted

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 1. Interrupter assembly 17. Vacuum interrupter SIDE VIEW
2. Base frame 18. Insulator
3. Steel structure 19. Contact pressure
5. Switching shaft spring
6. Insulating stud 20. Drive shaft
7. Handle (for slow 23. Bearing
closing) 24. Operating mechanism
8. Lever 27. Bottom Switching Rod
9. Pin
10. Lock washer
11. Drive mechanism
housing
12. Pin A
13. Pin
14. Lock washer
15. Circlip
16. Pin

20,23 12
9,10 Fig. 8. Mounting of operating mechanism on steel
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structure

1. Moving contact
2. Guide
3. Metal bellows
4. Fixed contact
5. Insulator
6. Arc chamber

Fig. 7. Cross section of interrupter assembly, base frame Fig. 9. Section through a vacuum interrupter
and operating mechanism

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4. Equipment operate in the overload range.
The basic version of the 3AF 01 vacuum circuit-breaker The supply voltage of the motor-operated mechanism
comprises: may deviate from the rated value by -15% to +10%.
– Manually operated stored-energy mechanism for
closing 4.3 Shunt releases
– Electrical operating mechanism ...................... (M1) 4.3.1 Shunt closing release (Y9) 3AY1510
with anti-pumping feature (P-4, Fig. 11).
– Shunt closing release....................................... (Y9)
The closing solenoid unlatches the charged closing
– 1st shunt release............................................. (Y1) spring and thus closes the circuit-breaker electrically. It
– Auxiliary switch 6NO+6NC or 12NO+12NC....... (S1) is available for both AC and DC operations. The closing
– Operating cycle counter solenoid is not designed for continuous operation and
it is de-energized internally. The supply voltage of the
– Mechanical ON-OFF & spring charge indicators
closing solenoid may deviate from the rated value by
Each 3AF 01 vacuum circuit-breaker can be equipped -15% to +10%.
with the following supplementary devices:
Power consumption: approx. 200 W/VA
– Position switch for signalling
“Closing spring charged”.................................. (S4)
4.3.2 1st shunt release (Y1) 3AY1510 (P-5, Fig. 11)
– 2nd shunt release 3AY 1510............................. (Y3)
The 3AY1510 shunt release is used as standard in the
– Suppl. shunt release 3AX 1101......................... (Y2)
basic circuit-breaker version. With the Y1 release, the
– Current transformer-operated electrically supplied tripping pulse is passed to the
release 3AX 1102............................................. (Y4) “Open” latching mechanism by means of a direct-action
– Undervoltage release 3AX 1103....................... (Y7) solenoid armature and the circuit-breaker is thus opened.
The permissible combinations of supplementary This opening solenoid is not designed for continuous
equipment and special versions are stated in Table 4. operation and it is de-energized internally. The supply
voltage of the shunt release may deviate from the rated
4.1 Operating Mechanism (Fig. 11) value by -30% to + 10% with DC voltage; by -15% to +
10% with AC voltage.
The operating mechanism is of the stored energy type,
i.e. the charging of the closing spring is not automatically Power consumption: approx. 200 W/VA
followed by the contacts changing position.
4.3.3 2nd shunt release (Y3) 3AY15 10
When the stored-energy mechanism has been charged, (optional feature)
the instant of operation can be chosen as desired.
This release is used if more than one shunt release is
A distinction is made between hand operating and required to ensure opening of the breaker in case of
motor operating mechanisms, the actual stored-energy failure of first shunt release. The voltage of this release
mechanism being the same in both cases. hence can be same or different than first shun release.
The mechanical energy for carrying out an ‘OFF-ON-OFF” This release is dimensionally & functionally same as first
sequence is stored in the closing and tripping springs. shunt release (Y1)
Power consumption: approx. 200 W/ VA
4.2 Closing
Motor-operated mechanism (M1) with stored-energy 4.3.4 Suppl.shunt release (Y2) 3AX1101
mechanism (P-2, Fig. 11):- (optional feature)
The 3AX1101 shunt release is fitted if more than one
The stored-energy mechanism of the circuit-breaker is
shunt release is required. With this design, the electrical
available with a motor-operated mechanism, including
opening command is transferred in boosted form to
shunt closing release. The motor-operated mechanism
the “Open” latching mechanism via a solenoid armature
starts operating immediately once the power supply
through unlatching of an energy store and the circuit-
has been connected with the closing spring initially in
breaker is thus opened. This opening solenoid is not
discharged state. The motor is automatically de-energized
designed for continuous operation and it is de-energized
internally after charging the closing spring.
internally.
Manual operation can also be performed at any time. Power consumption: approx. 60 W/ 100 VA
The closing spring is charged by inserting the hand crank
in the opening (P. 15, Fig. 11) until the “spring charged”
4.3.5 Under voltage release (Y7) 3AX1103
indication appears and an audible clicking noise indicates
(optional feature)
that the closing pawl has latched. It is then possible to
close the breaker either manually or electrically. After Undervoltage release consist of a stored-energy
closing, the spring can be recharged manually. mechanism, an unlatching mechanism and an
electromagnet system which is connected continuously to
The maximum DC power input is 770 W (approx.) The the supply when the circuit-breaker is in the close state. if
maximum AC power input is 900 VA (approx.). During this voltage drops to below certain value, the unlatching
part of the short spring charging time, the motors mechanism is released and opening of the circuit-breaker

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is thus initiated via the stored-energy mechanism. The 4.3.6 Current transformer-operated release (Y4)
stored energy mechanism is automatically recharged by 3AX1102 (optional feature)
the circuit-breaker.
Current transformer-operated (CT-operated) releases
The deliberate tripping of the undervoltage release consist of a stored-energy mechanism, an unlatching
generally takes place via an NC contact in the tripping mechanism and an electromagnet system. When the
circuit. But it can also be carried out via an NO contact tripping current is exceeded (90% of the CT-operated
by short-circuiting of the magnet coil. With this type of release rated current), the unlatching device of the
tripping, the short-circuit current is limited by the built-in stored-energy mechanism is released and opening of the
resistors. circuit-breaker is thus initiated. In addition to the primary
current transformers, matching transformers are also
Undervoltage release can also be connected to voltage
required to enable use of the CT-operated releases.
transformers. When the operating voltage drops to
impermissible low levels, the circuit-breaker is tripped Power consumption for releases with 0.5 A rated tripping
automatically. Power consumption 6.5W or ≤ 7.5VA current ≤ 6 VA at 90% of the release rated current and
with open armature.

Basic Equipment Supplementary release (at additional cost)

Closing 1st opening 2nd 2nd under- C.T.
release release Opening Opening voltage operated
3AY15 10 3AY15 10 3AY15 10 3AX1101 3AX1103 3AX1102
Y9 Y1 Y3 Y2 Y7 Y4
1 1

1 1 1

1 1 1

1 1 1 1

1 1 1 1

1 1 1

1 1 1 1

1 1 1

Table 4: Release Combinations 4.5 Mechanical interlocking (optional feature)

4.4 Auxiliary switch (S1) 3SV92 (P-14, Fig.11) The stored-energy mechanisms of the 3AF01 circuit-
breakers can be equipped with a mechanical (Castell)
The breaker is fitted with 5 NO and 5 NC contacts. It interlocking facility to interlock with an isolator.
is actuated by the breaker shaft, and switches the
auxiliary circuits. Optionally, aux. switch with 11NO This arrangement has two locks (one each for breaker and
and 11NC contacts is also available. isolator) and one key. Hence when the key is trapped in
the lock of the breaker, the isolator cannot be operated.
Rated insulation voltage: AC/DC 250 V However, when the key is removed from the lock of the
Insulation class: C breaker, it is in the off position and thus this lock ensures
Current: 10 A that breaker cannot be made on. The key then canbe
Making capacity: 50 A used to operate the isolator.
Breaking capacity: in accordance with table 3

Voltage [V] Breaking Capacity [A]

resistive inductive
load load
upto 230 AC 10 10
24 DC 10 10
48 DC 10 9
60 DC 9 7
110 DC 5 4
220 DC 2.5 2

Table 3: Breaking capacity of the 3SV92 auxiliary switch

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5. Transport Indicator blue = desiccant fully active
Do not open the packing cases during transport. Indicator turned pink = desiccant has become
ineffective, contents moist
Whenever possible, transport the breaker to the
installation site in its (unopened) original packing. Pay 5.3 Loading & Unloading during Transport
attention to handling markings.
It is recommended that the breakers be transported to
the site in their original packing.
Care must be taken to see that the packing unit is not
damaged. The packing units must be stored so as to
prevent shifting, tipping or falling down under normal
transport conditions and to provide protection against
abrupt braking, centrifugal forces, jolts from shunting as
well as rolling and pitching at sea. Do not use hooks for
loading and unloading. The packing is marked by arrow,
glass and umbrella symbols to ensure safe transportation
Immediately after receipt of a consignment, check the and proper storage.
entire packing for signs of damage (see under "Arrival at
The design and loading capacity of the means of
site").
transport used at site must be suitable for the intended
purpose.

Warning 5.4 Arrival at site

Check immediately the packing cases all over for damage,
DO NOT TILT
if any, when they arrive.
Top Heavy Load
Should a packing case be found to have been damaged,
If lifting the breaker by fork lift, stabilize open the covers so that the contents become visible and
the circuit breaker with a safety strap to can be checked.
reduce the possibility of tipping.
Failure to follow this instruction can result in
serious injury. CAUTION
When damaged (or presumably damaged) equipment
5.1 Packing Cases is unpacked, take care that it is stored in a dry room
The 3AF 01 outdoor vacuum circuit-breakers are and repack it if necessary. It is important that the
despatched in one wooden case or in corrugated board. equipment be inspected right away to determine
The equipment is protected by polyethylene sheet while the degree of damage, its cause and, if possible,
packing. the person or persons responsible. The transport
agent must be informed immediately about the
The case contains the base frame (P-2, Fig. 7) with damage and invited to take part in a joint damage
structure assembly, interrupter assemblies (P-1, Fig. 7) assessment. Make sure that any external damage
which are housed in porcelain insulators and mechanism noticed during inspection is certified immediately by
housing (P-G, Fig. 1). This case also contains the the transport agent, since this is indispensable for
foundation bolts (Fig. 5) with nuts, plain washers and claiming damages from the insurance company.
spring washers and any other loose items ordered. The
CB is packed and transported with vacuum interrupters
in the open condition. Lifting instructions and consignee In the case of overseas shipments, the authorized claims
address are marked on the cases. agent must be invited immediately for inspection and
damage certification (at the port of discharge if possible).
5.2 Desiccant
Bags of desiccant for moisture absorption are fixed inside
the sealed packing. The effectiveness of the desiccant is
indicated by a moisture indicator which discolours under CAUTION
conditions of excessive atmospheric humidity.
Serious damage must be documented
photographically.

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6. Installation
1. Control panel
6.1 Unpacking 2. Local/Remove selector switch
3. C.B. ON/OFF switch
4. Terminal blocks
5. Steel structure
CAUTION 6. Operating mechanism
7. Pull rod
8. Transport cover
The vacuum circuit-breaker may be lifted only by 9. Eye bolt
means of suitable gear attached to the correct points. 10. Lever
11. Pin
Non-compliance can lead to damage. 12. Lock washer
13. Glass window for viewing
mechanical indications
The 3AF 01 outdoor vacuum circuit-breaker is despatched
14. Operating mechanism housing
in one crate. The equipment is protected by polyethylene
sheet while packing. The packing case is marked with the
breaker serial number. A list of items kept in the case is
enclosed with it.
The case contains the base frame (P-2, Fig. 7) with
three pole assemblies (P-1, Fig. 7). These are mounted
on mechanism housing (P-G, Fig. 1). This case also
contains support structure, the foundation bolts (P‑4,
Fig. 5) nuts (P-1, Fig. 5), plain washers (P-3, Fig. 5) and
spring washers (P-2, Fig. 5) and any other loose items
ordered separately. The CB is packed and transported
with vacuum interrupters in the open condition. Lifting
instructions and consignee address are marked on the
case.

6.2 Receiving the Equipment

The case nos. should be checked with the despatch
challans before acceptance. The packing case should Fig. 10 Baseframe, operating mechanism and control
be carefully inspected for damage. This should be panel
immediately brought to the notice of the forwarding
agent and an inventory of damages should also be made
6.4 Erection
in his presence.
The following care will be taken for proper & safe
operation of the breaker.
(1) Use only the bolts supplied.
CAUTION (2) Use torque wrench for assembly since unchecked
tightening can result in damage to or loosening
1. Use crane to lift the packing case. of joints.
The necessary torque for screwed joints are as follows:
2. Put slings on the marked portion on the packing
case S. No. Type of Joint Torque (Nm) ± 10%
3. Do NOT topple or tumble the packing case. Size of Bolt  M8 M10 M12 M20

Property Class  6.6 8.8 8.8 8.8

6.3 Storage and Handling
1 Steel to Steel 32 65 115 –
It is recommended that the equipment, after removal from
the packing case, be stored in a clean, sheltered area. 2 Steel with insulator 16 32 77 170
Care should be taken against the ingress of water in the
packages. 3 Busbar Joint 20 40 70 –

Refer Fig. 8 for the handling and shifting in a safe manner. 4 Busbar with Steel 20 40 70 –
From packing case to the pre assembled and firmaly grouted
Note: The values given in the table above are for
and bolted support structure on plinth.
Tightening Torques. For testing the joint, 70% of above
values are to be considered as Checking Torque.

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(3) Any locking washer or gasket loosened or
exposed during assembly must be replaced.

The following sequence should be followed :

WARNING
(i) In line with the foundation plan shown in the
G.A. drg., the foundation pockets are made. For safety reasons, cleaning may be taken up only
Grout the foundation bolts and cure. Ensure the when the vacuum circuit-breaker is in the open state,
foundation area is leveled for proper seating of closing spring discharged.
the circuit-breaker.
Non-observance can result in personal injury.
(ii) Mount the support structure on to the grouted
bolts, fully tighten the foundation bolt hardware.
(iii) The contacts of the vacuum interrupter are in Use only warm water with a mild liquid household
the open position during transport. detergent added as cleaning agent.
(iv) Place the breaker assembly Fig. 8 over the (iv) Using 5kV kit, megger the system to confirm
support structure and fix the assembly with the insulation resistance of min. 200 M ohms.
hardware supplied
(M12 x 50 Bolt). Take care to strictly follow (v) Confirm contact resistance < 38µΩ between
the lifting instructions, as shown in Fig.8, with point A and B in fig.7
special care of porcelain insulator (vi) Terminal connectors and/or Flat bar connections:
6.5 Electrical connections Prior to fitting the conductors, position them to ensure
that they have smooth contact with their connecting
(i) Earthing
parts and are fully aligned with the holes of terminal
Connect the vacuum circuit-breaker to the pads.
appropriate high-voltage protective earth by
means of the suitably marked earth terminals on Rub the contact faces to be bolted together with
the base frame using flat copper, copper cable or crisscrossing strokes using a wire brush or emery cloth (for
hot galvanized steel strip. metal grain size 150) until bright metal shows, and then
wipe with a clean rag. Thinly grease the bright contact
(ii) Drill suitable holes on the gland plate. Run the faces with acid-free Vaseline (e.g. Shell Vaseline 8420) and
control cables into the mechanism housing bolt them together immediately.
through the cable glands which will be mounted
on the gland plate (K; Fig. 1). Connect the Differing contact materials (AI/Cu) must not be worked
protective conductors to the earthing terminals with the same cleaning tool.
provided. Connect the auxiliary supply as per the
approved schematic/wiring diagram. Use the M12 nuts and bolts of strength class 8 and
corresponding spring elements and plain washers.

Use cupal sheets while mounting copper terminal

overhead connectors to avoid galvanic corrosion with a
CAUTION aluminium alloy top and bottom flanges.

When the supply voltage is applied, the motor

immediately charges the closing spring.

(iii) Cleaning

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7. Commissioning 7.2 Slow Opening Operation (Optional)
Starting with the condition at the end of the slow closing
operation
(a) Insert the manual handle in the same position.
Danger (b) Move the handle down still further.
(c) Keeping the handle pressed down, press the
High voltage! OFF P.B. (P-6, Fig. 11) and gradually release the
pressure on the handle, allowing the shaft to
Touching live parts will result in death or severe rotate. The movement ends with the indicator
personal injury. showing “O” symbol for CB Off.
This equipment may be operated only by qualified
personnel who have become thoroughly familiar Safety Precautions : Always keep downward pressure
with the operating instruction manual and in on the handle. Release pressure gradually. Withdraw
particular all safety instructions. the handle for further steps.

7.3 Charging the Closing Spring by hand

(manually)
(Fig. 11)
CAUTION
This equipment contains hazardous voltages and CAUTION
mechanical parts which move at high speed and may
be controlled remotely.
The vacuum circuit-breaker may be operated
Non-observance of the safety instructions can result manually with the hand crank in order to avoid
in severe personal injury or damage to the property. injuries that may occur if the motor starts up
In particular: suddenly.

Do not open the door of the mechanism housing. Do

not reach inside the operating mechanism. Do not Insert the hand-crank in hole (P-15) and turn it clockwise
touch pole assemblies and operating rods mounted until the indicator (P-8) shows “closing spring charged”.
in the base frame. The hand-crank is coupled with the charging mechanism
via a decoupling facility. The operator is thus not exposed
Prior to commissioning, check the vacuum circuit-breaker to any risk should the control supply recover during
in accordance with the following points. charging.

1. Clean the circuit-breaker as applicable (for details

7.4 Closing (Manual) (Fig. 11)
refer to “Cleaning”).
Press the “ON” button (P-3) or initiate a switching
2. Check that all fixing and terminal screws are
command from the control room until the vacuum
tightened securely.
breaker has closed. The ON-OFF indicator (P-9) will then
3. Examine the circuit-breaker for any external display the symbol “I” and the closing spring indicator will
damage, especially to the terminal pads, display “spring discharged” symbol.
porcelain insulators.
The closing spring is automatically recharged by the
4. Check functioning of space heater. motor mechanism immediately after the breaker has
closed. In hand operated breakers, the closing spring can
7.1 Slow Closing Operation (Optional) be recharged by hand.
When CB is in open position, with the closing and tripping
springs discharged and auxiliary supply switch in OFF 7.5 Opening (Manual) (Fig. 11)
position, start the following sequence. The tripping spring is charged during closing. To open the
(a) Insert the manual handle (P-7, Fig. 7) between breaker, press the “OFF” button (P-6) or initiate a tripping
the drive mechanism shaft (P-17, Fig. 11) and command from the control room unit. The vacuum
pin (P-18, Fig. 11). breaker will open and the “O” symbol is displayed by
(b) Slowly move the handle down till the trip indicator (P-9).
pawl latches with the trip lever roller. The CB
Note: Closing and opening operations of CB can be
contacts have closed. This will be shown by the
checked locally also by CB ON/OFF switch (P-3 Fig. 10)
movement of ON/OFF indicator to “I” symbol.
mounted on the control panel inside the mechanism
housing.

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 7.6 Space Heater in the operating mechanism
22 3 6 housing

10

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CAUTION
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12 Note : The heater must be always “ON” whether
1 4 the breaker is in service or not, to prevent
5 condensation of moisture particularly on the
21
8
20 insulating components.
7 23
Two heater is provided in the mechanism housing. Keep
9
the heater switch in the ON position, so that when the
17 control supply is applied all the heaters are ON.
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NOTE
2 11 18 19 13 Keep door and all covers closed firmly to prevent
entry of dust, moisture, insects etc.
1. Gear box 10. Sheet steel frame
2. Motor 11. Shock absorber
3. Mechanical ON push 12. Closing spring
button 13. Tripping spring
4. Closing solenoid 14. Auxiliary switch
(release) 15. Opening for hand crank
5. Tripping solenoid 16. Operation counter
(release) 17. Drive shaft
6. Mechanical OFF push 18. Pin
button
19. Damping plates
7. Operating rod for snap
20. Additional releases
switches
(optional)
8. Mechanical spring
21. Snap switch
charged indicator
22. Rating plate
9. Mechanical ON/OFF
indicator 23. Tie rod for aux. switch

Fig. 11 Details of operating mechanism

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8. Maintenance 8.3 Typical Maintenances Sequences
1. Put the circuit-breaker off.
8.1 Safety Measures
2. Isolate the circuit-breaker.
3. Earth the circuit-breaker.

Danger 4. Disconnect the auxiliary supply.

5. Discharge the springs manually.
Maintenance, repair and subsequent conversion work 6. Visually inspect the circuit-breaker and carry out
may be carried out only by specially trained personnel further maintenance.
in accordance with the operating instructions and/
or special conversion instructions. Training and 8.4 Lubrication of the parts
information sessions for personnel can be provided by
To achieve higher level of reliability, we recommend
the competent Siemens department.
lubrication after 4,000 operations. However lubrication
Before starting any work on vacuum circuit-breakers, will be required more frequently depending upon dusty
reference must be made to the local safety regulations atmospheric conditions at site.
for high-voltage switchgear. Switch off the power
The points to be lubricated are marked in Figs. 7 and 13.
supply and then close and open the vacuum circuit-
These figures also show the type of lubrication of various
breaker manually (breaker in open state, “closing
points. In short the same are as follows :-
spring discharged” indication is visible) to ensure that
the closing spring is discharged.
a b c d
Control terminals must not be touched if the power
supply is connected.
Non-observance can result in death, severe
personal injury or substantial damage to
property. e
f
The 3AF 01 vacuum circuit-breakers in general require
little maintenance. The interval at which the maintenance
is to be carried out depends on the application by the g
client. The parameters to be considered are :
— The number of short circuit operations the CB is h
subjected to, j

— the switching frequency, j

— the service duty, and
p m l k
— Ambient conditions temperature, humidity,
pollution level at the site. Key to parts g Guide for opening spring
a Lever for snap switch h Operating rod of auxiliary
8.2 Maintenance schedule operation switch
The maintenance schedule is given as a guideline. b Bearing for lever j Bearing for switching shaft
c Cam disc k Lever for switch-off block
However depending upon particular operating & site
d Lever for switch-on block I Lever on the switching
conditions, the schedule should be fixed up.
e Lever for operating the shaft
— As per the site conditions once a year auxiliary switch m Damping plate
(a) Visual inspection* f Auxiliary switch p Pin for opening spring
(b) Cleaning of insulators** and operating
mechanism parts (plungers, moving joints, Fig. 13 Points on the vacuum breaker to be
etc...) as per clause 8.7 lubricated
(c) Check functioning of space heater. Bearings, sliding surfaces:
(d) Check vacuum as per clause 8.6. Isoflex Topas L 32
(e) Dielectric tests as per clause 8.8. Bearings inaccessible to grease and bearings of
— Check for contact erosion as per clause 8.5 the auxiliary switch S1:
Shell Tellus 32 (Oil)
— Confirm contact resistance < 38µΩ between point A
and B in fig.7 To lubricate the mechanism remove the cover. Lubricate
the appropriate points beginning at the top left and
— Check supply (A.C.) and battery (D.C.) voltages
working downwards. Parts that are not rigidly fixed (e.g.
regularly to ensure proper ratings to operate breaker
joints) should be moved slightly to and fro to let the
electrically.
lubricant penetrate. Following this, operate the breaker a
* It is recommended nonetheless a regular visual inspection for few times to test it.
soiling (e.g. dust, saline fog, fungus etc.) of the circuit-breaker.
** The periodicity of insulator washing is to be determined by the Joints and bearings that cannot be dismantled should be
site personnel based on the amount of pollutions deposited. cleaned with a cleaning agent prior to begin oiled.

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8.5 Checking of Contact Erosion 8.7 Cleaning
The contact erosion is to be checked with the circuit-
breaker in the ON condition. Carry out steps 1 to 5 as in
clause 8.3 and close the breaker slowly as per clause 7.1.
Open the rear cover. The maximum permissible contact
DANGER
erosion in vacuum interrupter is 3mm. It can be checked
by means of an indicator fitted on one side of each pole Non-observance can result in death or
support. In the 'as-supplied state' and with the breaker serious personal injury.
closed, the contact erosion indicator (28) points to the Terminals must not be touched if the power
lower level of 3mm thick erosion scale (28.1). When the supply is connected.
breaker is in service, the degree of contact erosion can be
seen by the position of indicator relative the scale.
The breaker may only be operated as long as the erosion
indication remains with in the scale range.
DANGER
3. Pin 28. Indicator
4. Shaft 28.1 Erosin Scale Non-observance can result in personal injury.
All springs of the operating mechanism must
be discharged and the vacuum circuit-breaker
be brought into the open state, "Closing spring
discharged" indication visible.

To assure the insulating capacity, it is necessary that the

insulating components are clean. Insulating components
28.1 and external breaker part must be wiped with a damp
cloth. Use only warm water with the addition of a mild
liquid household detergent as cleaning agent.

8.8 Dielectric Test

Prior to commissioning the breaker or putting it back into
28 3 4 service after a maintenance outage, the circuit-breaker
should be checked for insulation resistance using a 5 kV
meggar kit.
Fig. 12A Cross section of base frame
1. CB open between phase terminals
8.6 Checking the Vacuum (2 readings)
Before putting the breaker in service, or if an interrupter 2 CB open between top terminals and earth
is suspected of leakage as a result of mechanical damage (3 readings) and
check the vacuum as follows: 3 CB closed between terminals and earth
Steps 1 to 6 as in clause 8.3 (3 readings)
Remove the bottom covers of the base frame. In each case the reading should be greater than
200 M Ohm.
Remove the circlip (P-15, Fig. 7) from the pin (P-16,
Fig. 7) use the handle in the closing direction to facilitate
removal of the pin. 8.9 Accessories and standard spare parts
When the pin is removed, the switching rod (P-6, Fig. 7) Owing to the fact that all parts of this breaker type have
will be suddenly pulled up due to the vacuum in the been optimized to last the normal service life, there is
healthy interrupter. no need to recommend any particular spare parts for
keeping in stock.
In the case of a loss of vacuum in the interrupter, if the
switching rod is pulled down it will not move back on its Nevertheless, if you require spare parts, state the
own. This indicates that the vacuum interrupter has to be following data when ordering them:
replaced.
Note: Pole shall not be opened at site for any
maintenance/repair work being sealed pole. Pole shall
be sent back to factory for repairs/replacement in case of
defects/damage/malfunction)

Any tempering with the pole would lead to serious

degradtion of di-electric capability of breaker

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8.9 Standard Spares for 36/40.5 kV V.C.B. (3AF01)

M L F B No. Item No.

1. (Y1/Y3/Y9) : Closing or Tripping Release
(consumption 200W / VA)
a) 24V DC ... 3AY1510 - 3BY 4398095020
b) 48V DC ... 3AY1510 - 3CY 4398095021
c) 110V DC ... 3AY1510 - 3EY 4398095024
d) 220V DC ... 3AY1510 - 3FY 4398095026
2. (V1/V2/V3) Rectifier for Motor and Releases ... 3AX1525 - 1F –
3. (S1) Auxiliary Switch
a) 6NO + 6NC ... 3SV92 73 4392133073
b) 12NO+ 12NC ... 3SV92 74 4392133074
4. MCB 6A, 2 pole, 240V AC ... 5SL/SY Series –
MCB 4A, 2 pole, 240V AC ... 5SL/SY Series –
MCB 2A, 2 pole, 240V AC ... 5SL/SY Series –
5. E14, E15 Heater, 240V AC, 150W ... – 4396201104
6. (M1) Motor (770W)
a) 110V DC ... 3AY15 11 - 1EY 4107830043
b) 220V DC ... 3AY15 11 - 1FY 4107830041
7. Manual / Emergency Handle (P-7, Fig. 7) (optional) ... – 4110490001
8. (K1) APD / Contactor (2NO+ 2NC)
(Voltage same as closing release)
24V-60V AC or DC ... – –
60V-220V AC or DC ... – –
9. (S21,S22,S3,S4) Position switch ... 3SE 4206 4107766996
10. (Y2) 2nd Shunt Release
(a) 24V - 32V DC ... 3AX1101 - 2B –
(b) 48V - 60V DC ... 3AX1101 - 2C –
(c) 110V - 127V DC ... 3AX1101 - 2E –
(d) 220V DC ... 3AX1101 - 2F –
(e) 110V AC, 50Hz ... 3AX1101 - 2G –
(f) 230V AC, 50Hz ... 3AX1101 - 2J –
11. (Y4) C.T. Operated Release
0 - 0.5 A ... 3AX1102 - 2A –
12. (S13) Local/Remote Selector Switch (P-2, Fig. 10) ... – –
13. Spring charging handle (Hand crank) ... 3AX1530 - 3B 4112871002
14. (S14) Circuit-breaker Control Switch (P-3, Fig. 10) ... – 4394570001
15. Sealed Pole Assembly ... 1600A 1120mm creepage 32402093001
... 2000A 1120mm creepage 32402093001
... 1600A 1320mm creepage 4394930001
... 2000A 1320mm creepage 4394930001
2500A 1120mm creepage 32402093001
2500A 1320mm creepage 4394930001

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8.10 Service life During disposal of the product, care must be taken to
dismantle as far as possible in more environmentally
Refer Section 2.4 on page 6.
accepted way as recyclable & non-cyclable scraps i.e.
steel, copper, aluminium, rubber, PVC, cast-resin &
8.11 Disposal of the Product glass-fibre-reinforced thermoplastic materials segregated
properly.
The product is environmentally compatible.
The cyclable materials like steel, copper, aluminium can
The following materials have been used to make up the be reused. Non cyclable materials like cast-resins, glass-
device: steel, copper, aluminium, cast-resin, glass-fibre- fibre-reinforced thermoplastic etc. can be broken in to
reinforced thermoplastics, rubber, porcelain, greases etc. pieces & then used as land filling materials. Also refer
PVC is used as an insulation material for control wire. local legislation for disposal of waste products.
In as-supplied condition, the product does not
incorporate any hazardous substances.
In operation, the product does not emit by hazardous
materials or gases.

8.12 Summary of Important Instructions-

DOs – porcelain insulators & clean them,

– operating mechanism parts such as
During Installation & Commissioning Stages :-
plungers of releases, moving joints etc.
(1) Brush the contact surfaces properly before & clean them, and
bolting overhead terminals on flanges of – functioning of space heaters.
breaker. Also grease the joints & apply
proper torque on the bolts. (8) Lubricate moving parts with lubricants
provided for the breaker.
(2) Check rated voltages of equipments such as
(9) Check insulation resistance with a megger
motor, closing & tripping releases mounted
before putting the breaker back into service.
in the operating mechanism with the
available auxiliary supply to be connected to (10) Keep a log-book for each breaker.
these equipments in the substation.
(11) Follow instructions given in the operating
manual.
During service life of the breaker-
(12) Ensure breaker operations, maintenance etc.
(3) Keep door & covers firmly closed to prevent is done by trained persons.
entry of dust, moisture, insects etc. (13) Check supply & battery voltages of control
circuits regularly.
(4) Ensure spring charging handle & manual
handle are kept in the mechanism housing.
DON’Ts
(5) Decide maintenance schedule based (1) Do not leave any equipments or tools in the
upon (a) no. of short circuit operations, mechanism housing.
(b) frequency of breaker ON/OFF operations,
(c) pollution level etc. (2) Do not leave incandescent lamp in ON
position when closing the mechanism
(6) Isolate & earth the breaker before carrying housing door.
out maintenance & ensure it is in OFF
(3) Do not put hands or tools in operating
position & springs are discharged completely
mechanism when breaker is electrically
before cleaning.
operated.
(7) Depending on site conditions, inspect (4) Do not operate the breaker during cleaning
– the interior of the mechanism housing process.
for dust, cobwebs etc. & clean them.
(5) do not open sealed at site. Do not loosen /
remove,nut bolt at site.

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8.13 Troubleshooting

Problem Symptoms / Effect Possible Causes / Reasons Remedial Measures

Breaker 1. Closing spring charges, but 1. Electrical power to auxiliary 1. Check electrical power to auxiliary
fails to breaker does not close. circuit is off, or MCB has tripped. circuit and/or replace blown fuses.
close.
2. Loose connection, damage to 2. Check & repair as necessary.
wiring.
3. No closing command to terminal 3. Check for continuity & correct logic
X3.5/X3.6 circuit.
4. Terminals X3.3 & X3.4 not 4. Check & repair.
shorted, if remote close is not
required.
5. Unoperational closing release. 5. Test closing release separately &
then replace, if not operating.
6. Aux. switch (S1) contacts 21-22 6. Check & adjust mechanical linkage
are open when the breaker is with aux. switch.
closed.
7. Unoperational anti-pumping 7. Check & replace, if necessary.
contactor (K1) & its contacts
2. Closing spring does not 1. Electrical power to auxiliary 1. Check electrical power to auxiliary
charge automatically. circuit is off, or MCB has tripped. circuit and/or replace blown fuses.
2. Loose connection, damage to 2. Check & repair as necessary.
wiring.
3. Terminals X3.3 & X3.4 are not 3. Check & repair.
shorted, if remote close is not
required.
4. Unoperational charging motor. 4. Check & replace.
5. Limit switches S21 & S22 fail to 5. Check & mechanical linkage with
operate limit switch & correct.
6. Mechanical failure of operating 6. Check & contact authorised service
mechanism. centres.
3. Closing release operates, Mechanical failure of operating Check & contact authorised service
sound of breaker closing is mechanism. centres.
heard, but breaker contacts
do not close.
Nuisance 1. Electrical problem 1. Closing command continues on 1. Check & correct logic circuits.
or false terminal X3.3/X3.4.
closing of
2. Terminal A2 of closing release is 2. Check to find out if problem in
breaker
shorted to earth. wiring or release. Correct as per
requirement.
2. Mechanical problem Mechanical failure of operating Check & contact authorised service
mechanism centres.
Breaker 1. Tripping Release (Y1) does 1. Electrical power to auxiliary 1. Check electrical power to auxiliary
does not not trip. circuit if off, or MCB has tripped. circuit and/or replace blown fuses.
trip. 2. There is no tripping sound. 2. Loose connection, damage to 2. Check & repair as necessary.
wiring.
3. No tripping command to 3. Check for continuity & correct logic
terminal X3.9. circuit.
4. Terminals X3.7 & X3.8 are not 4. Check & repair.
shorted, if remote trip is not
required.
5. Unoperational tripping release. 5. Test tripping release separately &
replace, if not operating.
6. Aux. switch (S1) contacts 23-24 6. Check & adjust mechanical linkage
are open when breaker is closed. with aux. switch.
Nuisance 1. Electrical problem 1. Tripping command continues on 1. Check & correct logic circuits.
or false terminal X3.9.
tripping of
2. Mechanical problem 2. Mechanical failure of operating 2. Check & contact authorised service
breaker
mechanism. centres.

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8.14 Typical Wiring Diagram

Wiring diagrams includes all possible circuit breaker. Below wiring diagram illustrates a non-committal
arrangements:- selection dependent on order of circuit- example.

Note: MCBs are replaced by fuses and neutral links, if ordered.

9 Service You can find your contact at the Siemens Regional Offices
in your area and other Siemens addreses via the internet
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