Tie & Ground Isolators

Are mechanical
devices which in the
open position provide
an isolating distance.
They are used
primarily for isolation
and sectionalizing
electric circuits such
as buses lateral
circuits or portions of
main circuits, and for
special purposes such
as testing and
maintenance.
Tie Isolator
The DS can be operated
both locally and from
remote. The normal
mode is to operate from
remote.
Local Mode operation
is initiated at DS control
box.
Remote Mode
operation is initiated at
the control panel.
Note:
Any change in status
(Open / Close) will be
indicated at the DS drive
at the control panel, SER
and CSS SCADA
Disconnect Switch (DS)
Specifications
Manufacturer ABB (Poland)
Model SGF 245 p100 / SGF 245 p100+1E
Rated Voltage 245 kV
Rated Normal Current 2500 A
Insulation level 460-1050 kV
3-phase breaking capacity
inductive, capacitive 1.5 A
Motor operated mechanism Type MT50
Control voltage 125 V dc
Motor voltage 125 V dc
Manual operating mechanism Type HA 31-80 (for earthing switch)
Blocking Magnet voltage 125 Vdc
3-phase breaking capacity
inductive, capacitive 1.5 A
Disconnect Switch (DS)
Important Component of Disconnect Switch
CONTACT
FINGER
REMOTE/LOCAL
SWITCH
PUSH BUTTON
RED CLOSING
GREEN - OPENING
BLOCKING
MAGNET
COVER FOR
EMERGENCY
OPERATION
CRANCK HANDLE
Disconnect Switch (DS)
Operation of Disconnect Switch
DS Local Operation at its Operating Mechanism
Note:
Make sure that interlocking conditions (refer to specific switchyard interlocking) are satisfied and
that the associated power circuit breaker (PCB) and earthing switch (ES) are open.
Procedure:
1. Set the selector switch to local mode at the associated bay marshalling kiosk.
2. Set the L-O-R selector switch to local mode at its operating mechanism.
3. Pushing the red button, the DS will close. (if initial position is open)
4. Pushing the green button, the DS will open. (if initial position of the DS is close)
Important:
This operation is mainly applicable during maintenance.
Any change in status will be indicated at the control panel, SER and SCADA monitor.
Disconnect Switch (DS)
Important:
The L-O-R selector switch does not affect the local manual operation using the hand crank.
When the blocking magnet (Y1) is de-energized, the emergency hand crank cannot be
inserted.
DS Emergency Manual Operation (Defective drive motor or no 125 VDC supply)
Note:
Make sure that the associated PCB and ES are open.
Procedure:
1. Set the selector switch to maintenance/off mode at the associated bay marshalling
kiosk.
2. Set the L-O-R selector switch to off mode at its operating mechanism.
3. To open, insert the hand crank into the auxiliary pin, then rotate counter-clockwise
until its contact arm is fully opened.
4. To close, insert the hand crank into the auxiliary pin, then rotate clockwise until its
contact arm is fully closed.
Important:
Any change in the status will be indicated at the control panel, SER and SCADA monitor.
This operation is applicable for both maintenance and load dispatching purposes.
Remote operation at the Control Panel
Note:
Interlocking conditions for DS operation (refer specific switchyard interlocking) must be satisfied.
Check the corresponding bay annunciator at the control panel for any alarm indications.
Procedure:
1. Make sure that L-O-R selector switch at DS operating mechanism is set to remote.
2. Make sure that keyed selector switch at associated bay marshalling kiosk is set to remote.
3. Set the keyed selector switch at the control panel to local mode.
4. When closing, (initial position of DS is open and discrepancy switch at horizontal position)
4.1 Turn the discrepancy switch to vertical position. (a flashing light will be observed) which means that the
DS is in the wrong position.
4.2 Depress the discrepancy switch, then turn clockwise holding it for about 2 to 3 seconds and then
release. (the discrepancy switch will return to vertical position and the flashing light will be in the off state.
4.3 Note the status of DS is now close (check at the S/Y to confirm)
5. To open the DS (initial position of DS is close and discrepancy switch at vertical position)
5.1 Turn the discrepancy switch to horizontal position. (a flashing light will be observed) which means that
the DS is in the wrong position.
5.2 Depress the discrepancy switch, then turn counter-clockwise holding it for about 2 to 3 seconds and then
release. (the discrepancy switch will return to vertical position and the flashing light will be in the off state.
5.3 Note the status of DS is now open (check at the S/Y to confirm)
Earthing Switch
(ES)
Are mechanical devices integral to the disconnect
switches especially on the line bays to provide
live earthing during maintenance works. This can
be operated manually at the switchyard and
interlocked with the disconnect switch for safety
purposes.
The Earthing Switch is manually operated devices
for use during maintenance. The manual drive of
the ES is equipped with auxiliary contacts for
external interlocking and remote position
indication as well as electro-mechanical interlock
of the crank handle.
Any change in status (Open / Close) will be
indicated at the ES drive, at the control panel and
at the CSS SCADA
Earthing Switch (ES)
Operating
Lever
Control Box
Control Disc
Pilot Switch
Interlocking
Disc
Blocking
Magnet
Interlocking
Switch
Important Component
Earthing Switch (ES)
Closing Operation of the Earthing Switch
Note:
The Earthing Switch will not close if:
Disconnect switch is closed.
Disconnect switch is not fully opened.
The marshalling kiosk selector switch is in remote mode.
The blocking magnet is de-energized.
The padlock at manual operating lever is locked.
The 230 kV source is present.
The molded circuit breaker (MCB) is unhealthy.
Procedure:
1. Disconnect switch associated with the earthing switch should be fully opened.
2. Set the associated marshalling kiosk selector switch to local mode.
3. Check and make sure that the blocking at the ES control box is energized.
4. Remove the padlock of the manual operating lever.
5. Lift and push the lever until the tubular contact arm will swing upward and the contact fingers will come to
rest against the top of the earth contact.
6. Make sure that the earthing switch is fully closed and its position is reflected at the control panel, SER and
SCADA monitor.
7. Lock the lever for safety purposes.
Earthing Switch (ES)
Opening Operation of the Earthing Switch
Note:
The manual control lever is locked.
The marshalling kiosk selector switch is at remote mode.
Procedure:
1. Set the associated marshalling kiosk selector switch to local mode.
2. Remove the padlock of the manual operating lever.
3. Lift and push the lever until the tubular contact arm will swings downward.
4. Make sure that the earthing switch is fully opened and its position is reflected at the control panel, SER
and SCADA monitor.
5. Lock the lever for safety purposes.
6. Set the selector switch at the marshalling kiosk back to remote mode so that the blocking magnet at
the ES
control box will be de-energized to prevent operation from its mechanism.
Important:
This equipment is used only during maintenance works
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