Ringmaster installation, operation and maintenance guide

Ringmaster range
indoor/outdoor switchgear
Installation, operation and
maintenance instructions
November
07
Contents
page
page
General
Commissioning
54
Symbols and meanings
Checks and tests
54
Schneider Electric at your service
Tests
55
General description
Commissioning Ringmaster
Handling, transportation and storage
with VIP 300
65
Storage
Goods receiving
Ringmaster operation
69
Characteristics
RN2c, RE2c, RN6c essential checks
69
Features
70
Civil engineering
Switch and circuit breaker
71
Earth switch
72
Internal arc
10
Cable testing
73
Cable trench
12
Circuit breaker reset
75
Motorpack
76
Floor preparation
Installation
13
Motorpack operation
77
Transformer mounting
14
Neon indication
78
Connecting the HV cables
15
Erection / connection
20
Ringmaster range operation
79
Installation of pilot cables
22
Main features
80
Removal of VIP relay
23
81
Accessing VTs
24
Earth switch
82
Earth fault flow indicator
25
Cable testing and actuator control
83
Actuators
26
Actuator control
84
Accessories
27
Fitting REC2 to Ringmaster range
28
Maintenance
85
Recommendations and conditions
85
Protection
43
Housing
86
Time fuse link
43
Circuit breaker
87
Operation
44
VIP300
46
VAP6
52
Version 11 - Issue date November 2007

Note: This manual covers ring main units produced from June 1999.
Designation RN2c/RN6c/RE2c.
For ring main units designated RN2/RN6 see earlier manual.
Ref: Version 005/December 98.
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General
Symbols and meanings
The following symbols appear in this document to indicate the degree of

hazard according to the situation.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
Danger: Failure to follow this instruction will result in death, serious

injury or equipment damage
Warning: Failure to follow this instruction can result in death, serious

injury or equipment damage
Caution: Failure to follow this instruction can result in equipment

damage
Information: We draw your attention to this particular point
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General
Schneider Electric at your service
Customer service and after

sales support
For technical support or advice current products please contact our customer
service department:
Tel:
+44 (0) 113 290 3651
Fax: +44 (0) 113 290 3710
Email: GBMVCustomerServices@gb.schneider-electric.com
Services and projects
For the following services please contact Services & Projects:
Spares and managed spares contracts

Maintenance and service contracts
Retrofit
Installation
Testing and commissioning
System design
Training
Tel:
+44 (0) 113 290 3634
Fax: +44 (0) 113 290 3777
Email: GB-services-and-projects@gb.schneider-electric.com
Document guidelines
This document is not a commercial document, but a technical document prepared by

Schneider Electric.
The objective of this publication is to assist with the correct installation and operation
of Ringmaster and Ringmaster Range.
Reproduction either in full or partial of this document is prohibited and can only be
undertaken with permission of Schneider Electric.
Safety requirements
CAUTION
All operations described hereafter must be carried out by respecting the safety
requirements in full, under the responsibility an authorised person.
DANGER
Personnel undertaking installation and commissioning must be competent and

understand local regulations and standards.
CAUTION
If the installation and operational team is unsure or not familiar with Ringmaster or
Ringmaster Range switchgear please contact Schneider Electric.
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General
General description
Introduction
These instructions cover all operations concerning handling, installation, operation

and maintenance of the Ringmaster Range of equipment.
The range comprises:
RN2c 630/200A non extensible compact ring main unit

RN6c 630/630A non extensible compact ring main unit
RE2c 630/200A extensible compact ring main unit
CN2 200A non extensible circuit breaker
SN6 630A non extensible switch
CE2 200A extensible circuit breaker
CE6 630A extensible circuit breaker
SE6 630A extensible switch
MU2 200A feeder metering unit non-extensible units
CE2/CE6/SE6 with metering unit
Compact non extensible composite ring

main unit
RN2c 630/200A
RN6c 630/630A
Extensible circuit breakers and switches

CE2 200A
CE6 630A
SE6 630A
When fully installed the equipment is suitable for outdoor use. It may therefore
be necessary to protect the equipment from the environment during
erection/commissioning. Please check equipment specification for clarification of
indoor/outdoor use. Should the busbar chamber or cable box become exposed to
the elements, they should be thoroughly cleaned prior to energising.
Weights and dimensions
unit(s)
average dimensions
(mm) (packed)
approx. weight (kg)
h
W
I
RN2c/RE2c CN2
RN6c
SN6
CE6
SE6
CE2
MU6+CE6/
CE2/SE6
MU2
MU6
1510 1610 1750

520
771
960
842
280
350
1750
520
960
280
1750
520
960
280
1750
520
960
280
1750
520
960
280
1750
1100
1100
520
1650
520
960
240
1750
520
960
240
Please refer to the appropriate pages in the Ringmaster selection guide Ref:MGMV5337 available from Schneider Electric or
on line at www.schneider.co.uk
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General
Handling, transportation and storage instructions
Transport & handling
CAUTION
High
centre of
gravity
Do not put anything on Ringmaster
CAUTION
Use lifting lugs
ONLY to lift
Ringmaster
Use all four lifting points
Do not stand on Ringmaster
Units can be carried on open topped trucks or stored outside for short periods
provided that all apertures are covered. Units should not be considered
weatherproof until the paint work has been inspected and, if necessary any
damage should be re-touched. Please refer to paintwork on page 7 for repairing
damaged paintwork.
If units are to be stored for long periods of time they should be stored in a warm,
dry location and protected against dust and debris.
All units can be off loaded by fork lift truck using the transport pallet. They can
also be off loaded using the lifting lugs fitted at the top of the unit.
Storage
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Ringmaster is only suitable for outdoor storage when packaged correctly or fully
commissioned.
The type of gland supplied will vary in accordance with specific contract
requirements.
The style of packaging will vary in accordance with the method of transportation
and specific contract requirements.
Please consult your commercial documentation to see how this equipment is
packed.
General
Storage
Off loading
All units are delivered on pallets (secured by 4 x M8 screws and nuts) and fitted
with lifting eyes, suitable for off loading by forklift truck or overhead crane.
Ancillary kits
Ancillary kits containing busbar, dyscon boots, glands, screws etc. are supplied
loose with each unit or fastened to the panel leg or secured in the cable boxes.
Prior to operation
Following transportation ensure circuit breaker mechanism is reset prior to

operation.
Prior to energising
It is recommended that prior to energising the unit all protection device are
checked to ensure they are set correctly. For TFL units ensure fuses are fitted.
VIP units must be set in accordance with the results of a protection co-ordination
study.
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General
Goods receiving
Goods receiving
Before any equipment is accepted it should be inspected carefully for damage

or loss incurred during transit
Where possible check the presence of accessories against the packaging list
Where possible check the information on the nameplate(s) and compare
against the order confirmation
The packing must be in place and in good condition at the time of receipt.
Wherever possible, damage should be recorded, photographed and witnessed.
It may be necessary to unpack the equipment to establish the full extent of the
problem.
In the event of an anomaly, please contact the transport/shipping company.

The functional unit must remain on its base, in its original packing, during
storage, and until installation.
CAUTION
In the event of any anomaly or apparent damage, do not install, please

contact SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC.
Contact details: are detailed on page 3.
Paintwork
Check for any damaged paintwork. Damaged areas should be cleaned and
re-coated as follows:
Rub down the area around the damage with medium glass paper. Clean the
damaged area with emery paper ensuring the surface is clean and free of any
corrosion. Apply one coat of zinc-rich epoxy primer (a two-pack system is
recommended), the coating to be 35-45 microns thick. The recommended paint
system is International Paints Interzinc EPA 072 and EPA 073.
Leave to cure for 24 hours, then apply two, 35-45 micron coats (ie 70-80 microns
in total) of two-pack polyurethane, Interphane PFR 764 is recommended.
The standard colour employed is Dark Grey Code 632 to BS 381C:1996.
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General
Characteristics
Check that the information contained on the rating plate corresponds to the
equipment ordered.
Ringmaster
RN2C
123 Jack Lane
Leeds LS10 1BS U.K.
Tel +44 113 290 3500

Fax +44 113 290 3710
busbars
Switch
Circuit
Breaker
630
16
40
630
16
40
200
16
40
kA
16
16
kA
40
40
Short time current 3 seconds kA

kA
Earth switch short time

current 3 second
Earth switch peak
making current
To Specification
Ringmaster
Non extensible
Circuit breaker rating

2 = 200A
6 = 630A
Compact
11kV
12kV
75kV
50/60HZ
300 kg
0.516 kg
0.35 bar G
Ratings
Peak making current
Year
Serial NO.
Panel type no.
Service voltage
Highest system voltage
Impulse voltage withstand level
Frequency
Mass of unit (max)
Mass of SF6 Gas
SF6 Gas filling pressure at 20C
Normal current
EATS 41-26 AND RELEVANT IEC

& BS SPECIFICATIONS
Typical rating plate for RN2c
Ringmaster
CE2
200A circuit breaker
S - Switch
C - Circuit breaker
N - Non extensible
E - Extensible
2 = 200A
6 = 630A
rating
To specification EA41-26
Leeds LS10 1BS U.K.
Serial NO.
Service voltage
Highest system voltage
Impulse voltage withstand level
Frequency
Mass (max)
SF6 Gas filling pressure at 20C
Year
12kV
12kV
75kV
50/60HZ
350 kg
0.80 bar G
Ratings
Busbars
Normal current
Circuit breaker
630
230
16
Short time current

3 second
kA
16
Peak making
current
kA
40
40
Earth switch short time

current 3 second
kA
Earth switch peak

making current
kA
Testing standard
16
40
B.S.5311
IEC 56
Typical rating plate for CE2
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Civil engineering
Floor preparation
Floor preparation, equipment fixing dimensions and main cable position can be
found in the Ringmaster selection guide reference MGMV5337. Or, if supplied
the arrangement drawing for the switchboard or unit.
Both non extensible units and switchboards can be directly bolted to the concrete
floor by use of 4 x 10mm (supplied) UNI-FIX or similar rag bolt fixings see diagram. The floor tolerance for extensible switchboards is 1mm over 1
metre.
41
m10 channel fixing
note: floor level flush

to + - 1mm with
foundation channel
spring loaded
channel nut
70
41
foot of unit
channels grouted in
position using setting
jigs supplied
channels made
in subfloor
Where it is not possible to guarantee that the floor is within the specified tolerance,
we strongly recommend the use of foundation channels, i.e. Unistrut P3270 or
similar.
Note: The floor must be 1mm below the top of the Unistrut.
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Civil engineering
Internal arc
Internal arc
Kits to safely divert the flow of gasses
outside the substation are not part of
the supply of equipment. If required,
kits will need to be adapted to each
situation.
Internal arc withstand

12.5kA, 16kA and 21kA for 1 second
CAUTION
Arrows indicate direction of exhaust
gases
Ringmaster
Modular Ringmaster range
10
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Civil engineering
Internal arc
If the unit is to be installed outdoors there are no special requirements for

exhausting the arc gasses.
CAUTION
Where units are to be installed in an
enclosed substation the following
approximate free air volumes behind
the units must be observed.
Minimum 112m
16kA equipment fault rating
CAUTION
5 degree angled trunking

(to prevent moisture ingress)
Minimum 152m
21kA equipment fault rating
The elbow and side/rear trunking is

the same for both RN2c and CE/SE
If the minimum free air space can not

be guaranteed then arc vent trunking
must be used. Typical trunking
arrangements are detailed. Contact
Schneider Electric for advice before
designing and installing internal arc
trunking.
Note: Arc trunking is not part of our
scope of supply.
External venting
panel hinged on
bottom edge
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Civil engineering
Cable trench
Cable trench
735
928
Where the equipment is to sit over a

trench, details of the maximum cable
trench width can be found in the
selection guide.
695
door
533
2042
1630
cable box tall length
223.5
1320
operating
handle
54.5
560
97
97
max. trench width
CAUTION
Typical side view of a Ringmaster Range unit.
166
757
166
757
1320
1320
Care must be exercised with the cable

bend, refer to cable manufacturers
specification
45
front entry
12
45
maincable
trench
trench
maincable
rear entry
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Installation
Standard units can be installed in environments which meet normal

service conditions as defined by IEC 60694 section 2.1:Ambient temperature: -25C to +45C
Altitude: up to 1,000 meters above sea level
CAUTION
If the location is outside the certified parameters please refer to the selection guide,
alternatively contact Schneider Electric for advice. Where the units are to be
installed in environments where the above parameters are exceeded, this must be
declared to Schneider Electric so the appropriate de-rating factors can be applied.
Failure to rate the equipment to the location may result in equipment failure.
CAUTION
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Units may be installed indoors or outdoors but must not be subjected to regular
extremes of weather e.g. heavy rain storms, heavy snow and ice, flooding,
temperature cycles not greater than 55C and less than -25C, dense coastal fog
or acid rain.
13
Installation
Transformer mounting
470
89
116
370
89
86
86
86
86
86
Dimensions of the EA transformer flange
216
Adjust RMU stand height to suit. Under workshop conditions remove transformer lid
screws. Pump oil out to below HV pocket height. (Pump into clean, dry drum).
Remove blanking plate. Push units together. Insert bushing gasket and make firm
connections on flanges and support brackets. Make off the 3 phase connections
checking that these are tight and in the correct phase sequence, onto the
M12 copper studs in the bushings. Pump clean oil back to the cold oil fill level
marked on the transformer oil gauge. Re-fit tank cover ensuring that there is no
damage to the gasket. Touch up paint as necessary.
Perform primary winding resistance test in insulation resistance test.
14 x M12 clearance holes

569
516
936
ESI35-1 transformer
537
1320
1510
1955
973
40
771
510
30 600
771
385.5
385.5
263
267
105 105
4 OFF M10*115
RAWL THROUGHBOLTS
213
213
General arrangement of a transformer mounted RN2c.
WARNING
14
Important when coupling transformer

M12 transformer termination lug tightening torque - 25Nm
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Installation

Foreward
WARNING
Before connecting the cables, ensure that each unit is in the earthed switch
position.
The cables MUST be connected with the equipment securely fixed to the ground.
The operations described below apply to apply to all types.
The connections used should be made and used according to the manufacturers
instructions.
Connecting Ringmaster frame to the substation earth
Before connecting the HV cables you must connect the Ringmaster frame to the
main earth bar.
Access to the HV connection bushings
Cable box venting fixings arrangement
Ensure cable box cover screws are configured correctly as detailed on cable box
cover label.
Standard RN2c/RE2c/RN6c cable box
The RN2c/RE2c/RN6c is suitable for

accepting 1 x 3 core or 3 x 1 core
cable up to 240mm2 copper or
aluminium approaching from below top entry available on request.
Fit the gland plate and accessories in
accordance with the instructions
supplied with the ancillary kit.
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Standard CE, CN, SE & SN cable box

Standard cable entry directly from below
Angled gland plates can be provided

on all units to the front or rear, in order
to simplify civil works.
Please refer to accessory kit instructions
for details.
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Installation
CE2, CE6, SE6, CN2, SN6 top cable entry

Top entry cable boxes can be fitted for
basement substation applications.
CE2, CE6, SE6, CN2, SN6 with top entry cable box.
166
757
166
757
1320
1320
CE2, CE6, SE6, CN2, SN6 angled cable entry
45
front entry
16
45
maincable
trench
trench
maincable
rear entry
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Installation
WARNING
Always clamp the cable with the
appropriate glanding system before
connecting the cable to the bushing.
Proceeding otherwise will put
unacceptable stress on the bushing
and could damage the bushing,
leading to equipment failure. The
weight of the cable must always be
supported by the cable gland.
WARNING
When using cable connectors use
those supplied with the equipment, if
others are used the long term
dielectric withstand cannot be
guaranteed.
DANGER
Ensure the bolt torques are adhered to, otherwise equipment failure may occur.
unit
boot type
cable socket
fixing
lug torque
(Nm)
RN2c/RE2c
main
right angled
M12 stud
54
RN6c
tee off
right angled
M12 stud
54
RN6c
tee off
straight
M12 clearance hole in palm
54
straight
54
CE6/CE2/SE6
CE2/CE6
feeder metering
right angled
M12 tapped hole
54
CN2/SN6
main
straight
54
CN2/SN6
outgoing
right angled
M12 tapped hole
54
Installation note
The most common cause of disruptive failure on this type of equipment is caused
by incorrectly tightened cable connections ALWAYS double check cable
connections with a calibrated torque wrench.
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Installation
CAUTION
When connecting two cables per phase on RN2c and RN6c on a single bushing
use the termination kit supplied by Schneider Electric. For all other units contact
Schneider Electric for advice before proceeding.
Double cable arrangement using the ECON

cable termination kit
WARNING
When cabling please ensure that the correct phase rotation is followed for all
medium voltage cable boxes.
There are phase identification stickers in all accessible points throughout the
equipment.
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Installation
WARNING
The cut cable length of the cable must be adjusted for each phase (in particular 3
core cables).
Never use a bar to pull the and fit a connection lug to the bushing. The bushing
and hence the complete cubicle could irreversibly damaged.
Tighten nuts/bolts to the torques detailed on page 17.

Ensure all cable box fittings are replaced after installing cable.
To prevent vermin entering cable boxes ensure that the correct gland is fitted and
tightened, cable box covers are fitted correctly and all bolts are replaced. If there
are any visible spaces consult Schneider Electric on sealing advice.
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Installation
Erection/connection
Erection/connection CE6, CE2, SE6.
Remove the top cover on each unit

and bolt each panel to the adjacent
one. Use the 16 x M6 screws around
the busbar aperture and the 2 x M8
screws by the cable test
access/auxiliary compartment.
The busbar end cap is secured with 16

screws. Before fitting the end cap
apply a line of silicon compound
around the busbar aperture.
Please refer to accessory kit instructions
for full details.
Connect the busbars as shown below.

Connect the earth bars at the back of
the units. Connect the main substation
earth to the equipment main earth bar.
Fit the main gland plates (see ancillary
instructions). Erect the first unit under
clean, dry conditions either directly to
the floor, or on to the foundation
channels.
Connection of busbars CE6, CE2, SE6.

Refer to accessory kit instructions for full details
rain shield
sealing strip
rain shield
panel lid
430
busbar end cap
430
typical busbar run
Ensure that the environment is clean

and dry. Remove busbar chamber
covers.
20
Remove dyscon boots and clean

bushings. Apply DC4 silicon grease to
boots. Fit busbars into boots as shown
above.
refer to accessory kit for full details
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Installation
Erection/connection
Connection of busbars metering
busbar collar
busbar
busbar
Feeder metering
and dry. Remove busbar covers as
shown above.
bushings. Apply DC4, Dow Corning
silicon grease to boots. Fit busbars
into boots as shown above.
busbar
busbar
Busbar metering
and dry. Remove busbar covers as
shown above.
bushings. Apply DC4, Dow Corning
silicon grease to boots. Fit busbars
into boots as shown above.
CAUTION
Torque busbar screw to 54 Nm. Fit
dyscon dust caps. Degrease and clean
using a lint free cloth. Replace busbar
chamber covers taking care not to
damage nylon inserts. Ensure sealing
strip is correctly fitted.
Connection of busbars RE2c

When supplied pre-assembled the RE2c to CE6/CE2/SE6 busbars require a final torque during on site commissioning
Please refer to the accessory kit instructions supplied with the product (ref: RMR-A369 "on site" busbar re-torquing procedure)
Note: It is recommended prior to refitting busbar chamber covers that the busbars are tested - see pages 39, 42 and
54 for typical tests
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Installation
Installation of pilot cables
Installation of pilot cables RN2c, RE2c, RN6c
The universal gland plate at the rear of

the LV compartment will accommodate
pilot cable glands upto 25.5mm2.
To fit gland and cable remove 4 gland

plate screws. Slide top section of
gland plate forward.
Insert gland and cable replace top

gland plate and 4 fixing screws.
Installation of pilot cables CE2, CE6, CN2, CN6, SE6 and MU
on switch/circuit breaker.
Remove VIP relay if fitted, knock out
the pre-punched gland plates from the
inside as required. There is no need to
re-touch with paint (the plates are
stainless steel).
on MU2
Knock out the pre-punched gland
plates from the inside as required.
There is no need to re-touch with paint
(the plates are stainless steel).
on feeder/busbar metering units

Knock out the pre-punched gland
plates from the inside as required.
There is no need to re-touch with paint
(the plates are stainless steel).
Note:
20.5mm = 1x7 core / 1x9 core pilot gland
25.5mm = 1x19 core pilot gland
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Installation
Removal of VIP relay
Removal of VIP relay RN2c, RE2c, RN6c
B
B
A
Open cabinet door. Move shorting links on terminal rail,

short circuiting the CT Secondaries.
Remove top cover 3 x M6 x 20 screws.
note: CT secondaries not

shorted on above
note: CT secondaries shorted

on above
Short circuiting of the CT

secondaries.
To short circuit the protection
current transformers loosen
test terminals A, and move
shorting link B upwards.
Slide earthbar B to position

above and tighten test
terminals A.
To isolate protection device
from CTs loosen screw C
and slide link to lower
position.
Open up relay cover. Loosen two retaining bracket screws at

top of VIP facia.
Withdraw relay and remove secondary wiring.
Removal of VIP relay CN2, SN6, CE2, CE6, SE6
Remove the 2 , M4 x 20mm pan head

screws and washers from the front of
the relay cover and the M6 x 20 mm
screw from the top of the relay cover.
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Pull the relay cover forwards and

remove.
Remove the crimp terminals from the

top of the relay. Rotate the two facia
screws behind perspex window to
release clamps and withdraw relay.
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Installation
Accessing VT's
Accessing VTs
WARNING
Before accessing the VT enclosure

that you check the following:
RN2c/RN6c/CN the circuit breaker is
in circuit earth and padlocked in its
position.
Extensible CE/SE range ensure that
the incoming supply breaker is
padlocked in the open position.
Ensure that the VT secondary circuit is
isolated and earthed.
See pages 71 to 83 for operation
instructions.
Remove the metering chamber H.V.

access cover, as indicated.
Disconnection of solid link VT
24
Pull back the V.T. insulating boot, and

loosen the top V.T. connection using
an 6mm allen key as indicated.
Pull back the lower fuse link insulating
boot and disconnect the V.T. link.
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Installation

Hand or self reset earth fault flow
indicators can be fitted.
Please refer to manufacturers
instructions.
For C.T.'s mounted inside the cable

box, gland insulation is not required.
For C.T.'s fitted outside the cable box
gland insulation must be fitted.
Split core C.T.'s can be installed after
the main cable has been made off
outside the cable box. However
please note gland insulation must be
fitted if mounted outside the cable box.
Installation instructions for the units
are supplied with the ancillary kits.
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Installation
Actuators
Procedure for fitting and setting of actuators fitted to the Ringmaster range of switchgear
CN2, SN6, CE2, CE6, SE6
1 Fix the actuator to the top mounting
bracket ensuring that the distance
from the top of the actuator to the
top of the mounting bracket is
approximately 9mm (as shown in
the drawing below) and tighten the
fixing screw. Note: this is only an
approximate preliminary setting.
2 Also ensure there is approximately
3mm of clearance between the body
of the actuator and the facia of the
unit (as shown in the drawing
below).
3 Rotate the bottom of the actuator in
a clockwise direction (if looking from
below as shown in the drawing) until
resistance against the actuator
motor can be felt.
4 Then rotate the actuator in an anti

clockwise direction approximately
one half of a full rotation making
sure that the actuator motor is not
rotating (this has the effect of
lengthening actuator i.e. gap a on
the drawing should increase).
5 Fit the actuator operating bracket
assembly to the bottom of the
actuator locating the operating
bracket spigot in the operating
handle socket (as shown in the
drawing below) and tighten up the
fixing screw.
7 Remove the plug and check that the

actuator can be withdrawn and
replaced with relative ease.
8 If not, adjust the positioning of the
actuator by loosening either the
mounting bracket or operating
bracket and moving either part so
that the actuator can be withdrawn
easily. Repeat this process until it is
possible to withdraw the actuator
with relative ease.
6 Connect the actuator plug and per

form a few electrical operations.
IMPORTANT
In the event that the actuator fails
to complete a closing or opening
operation, DO NOT attempt to
disconnect the actuator operating
bracket spigot from the operating
handle socket.
Contact Schneider Electric, details on
page 3.
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Installation
Accessories
Accessories
Available accessories are detailed in the Ringmaster selection guide

Ref: MGMV 5337.
Accessories will be detailed with individual confirmation orders.
Accessories will be despatched either:

Fitted to the unit within the works, i.e. too bulky or need testing prior to despatch
Loose boxed for assembly on site
Anti-vandal measures
Padlock points are provided to prevent un-authorised access to the unit, padlocks
can be supplied with the unit if required at the time of enquiry or order.
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
27
Installation
Fitting RE2c to Ringmaster range
Removal of blanking kit

Remove the extensible right hand top
side sheet (Ref.4) by undoing the 7 off
fully tightened M6 x 20 hex head
screws (Ref.102) and M6 nyltite seals
(Ref.103). See Fig. 1
Remove the 13 off fully tightened

M6 x 20 hex head screws (Ref.102)
and nylite seals (Ref.103) from the
extensible bushing cover top (Ref.2)
then remove the extensible bushing
cover top. See Fig. 1
102
103
102
103
Fig.1
Remove the 4 off M6 x 20 hex head

screws (Ref.102) from the support
plate (Ref.5) and remove the support
plate complete with the 3 off extensible
bushing sleeves and bushing sleeve
covers (Ref.1). See Fig. 2
Remove the 2 off M6x20 hex head

screws (Ref.102) from the extensible
bushing cover bottom (Ref.3) and
remove the extensible bushing cover
bottom
Insert the cable socket studs into the

L3, L2 and L1 bushings and tighten
up.
102
103
Fig.2
28
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Installation
Transition plate to RE2c unit

Disconnect circlip and pivot pin
assembly (Ref.A) retaining 2 off gas
strut (Ref.B) to fascia. See Fig. 3
A
B
Fig.3
Loosen off hardware at the main door

hinge (Ref.C) and slide out the 2 off
main door hinge pivots (Ref.D) which
retain the main door. See Fig. 4
C
D
CAUTION
NOTE: This door is heavy! Care
must be taken when removing it.
Fig.4
Remove the M8 & M6 (Ref.E)

hardware retaining the lid in position
and place lid to one side. See Fig. 5
Fig.5
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
29
Installation
Transition plate to RE2c unit

Offer up the extensible transition plate
sub assembly (Ref.11) to the right
hand side of the extensible unit
ensuring the dimple is pointing
outwards.
103
105
11
Secure in position with 2 off M6 x 20

hex screws (Ref.103) with 1 off M6
nyltite seal (Ref.105) placed over the
threads of each. See Fig. 6
Dimple
103
105
Fig.6
Apply phase dots (Ref.122, 123, 124)

to the extensible transition plate
(Ref.11) just above the extensible
bushings. See Fig. 7
122
123
124
11
NOTE: To re-fit lid follow steps in

first three paragraphs of blanking
kit removal see page 28.
NOTE: When re-fitting lid it is

important to replace the correct
length screws in each location.
30
Fig.7
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
Installation
Sub assembled extensible busbar and housing to unit

Fasten a length of EPDM seal strip
(Ref.106 A) along the outside of the
bend at the rear of extensible trunking
base (Ref.10). See Fig. 8
106A
Fasten further lengths of EPDM seal

strip (Ref.106 B) around the inside of
extensible trunking base (Ref.10) as
shown in Fig. 8
Offer trunking base assembly (Ref.10)
up to the RHS of the extensible unit
with the short end flush with the rear of
the unit. Secure with 3 off M6 x 25 hex
screws (Ref.104) with 1 off M6 nyltite
seals (Ref.105) under the heads of
each. See Fig. 8
104
105
10
106B
Fig.8
111
Smear approximately 1 mm thickness

of DC4 silicon compound (Ref.111)
around the inside of 3 off bushing
sleeves (Ref.23) before inserting them
into bushing sleeve securing plate
23
22
Fig.9
119
104
Slide bushing sleeve plate assembly

over phase bushings and secure in
position using 4 off M6 x 25 hex head
screws (Ref.104) with nyltite seals
(Ref.105) under the heads and a stack
of 7 off M6 form C washers (Ref.119)
over the threads of each M6 screw
between the bushing sleeve plate and
the unit. See Fig. 10
Fig.10
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
31
Installation
Transition plate and lid sub assembly

Push 17 off M6 hexagonal inserts
(Ref.101) through the hexagonal holes
around the outside edge of the
extensible left hand side sheet
(Ref.14) ensuring all Inserts are facing
inwards.
106
106
14
Secure all inserts in position using the

correct insert tool. See Fig. 11
Fasten lengths of EPDM seal strip
(Ref.106) around extensible left hand
side Sheet (Ref.14) as shown in
Fig. 11.
101
101
Fig.11

(Ref.106) around the bend of the
extensible trunking lid (Ref.12) as
shown in Fig.12
106
Lay sub assembled extensible left

hand side sheet (Ref.14) on one side.
Offer sub assembled extensible
trunking lid (Ref.12) so the bend is
flush with the side sheet. See Fig.12
14
103
105
Secure using 7 off M6 x 20 hex Hd

screws (Ref.103) together with 1 off
M6 nyltite seal (Ref.105) under the
heads of each.
12
Fig.12
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SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
Installation
Transition plate and lid sub assembly

Offer up trunking light hand side sheet
and trunking lid sub assembly to the
side of the extensible unit with the
short side flush with the rear of the
unit. See Fig. 13
103
105
12
Secure trunking left hand side sheet

(Ref.14) and lid (Ref.12) sub assembly
to the transition plate (Ref.11) using 9
off M6 x 25 hex screws (Ref.104)
together with 1 off M6 nyltite seal
(Ref.105) under the heads of each,
fully tighten these screws. Fit the
extensible trunking lid (Ref.12) using
the "flanged" end, this is fitted with;
5 off M6 x 20 hex screws (Ref.103.)
with a nylite seal (Ref.105) under the
head of each. Fully tighten these
screws after fitting.
Secure trunking left hand side sheet
(Ref.14) to the trunking base (Ref.10)
using 2 off M6 x 20 hex screws
(Ref.103) together with 1 off M6 nyltite
seal (Ref.105) under the heads of
each, fully tighten these screws.
103
105
103
105
10
Fig.13
Extensible busbar sub assembly

4
Place 1 off M10 form A washer

(Ref.121) over the threads of 1 off
M10 x 30 hex screw (Ref.108)
followed by 1 off RE2c conductor
adapter (Ref.3).
Screw the above assembly into the

threaded end of the extensible L3
busbar (Ref.4)
121
Follow steps 6.1 and 6.2 for extensible

L2 busbar (Ref.5) and for extensible
L1 busbar (Ref.6).
108
See Fig 14 for the assembled

components each busbar should
look like this.
NOTE: Leave these assemblies
loose and tighten up before starting
sub assembled housing to unit see
page 35.
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Fig.14
33
Installation
Extensible busbar sub assembly

Slide 1 off 5mm silver plated copper
washer (Ref.107) over each of the 3
off M12 cable studs.
Offer up the busbars (Refs.4, 5 & 6),
facing away from the unit, through the
econ boots (Ref.15) over the M12
cable studs. See Fig. 15
Position the three busbars so that the

free ends are in a horizontal line when
viewed form the side.of the unit.
Secure each busbar with 1 off M12
form A washer (Ref.109) and 1 off
M12 nut (Ref.110) torqued to 54 NM.
16
15
NOTE: Now FULLY tighten the

assemblies mentioned in
paragraphs 4 to 6 and shown in
Fig. 14 on page 33
Push the econ boot caps (Ref.16) onto
the front of the econ boots (Ref.15).
See Fig. 15
Fig.15
110
128
109
107
NOTE: Using a tyewrap or similar,

insert tyewrap behind econ boot cap
(Ref.16) to ensure air is expelled
whilst fitting cap. See Fig.16
16
Fig.16
34
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
Installation
Sub assembled housing to unit

(Ref.106) around the access hole of
the Ringmaster range unit.
See Fig. 17
Push 26 off M6 hexagonal inserts
(Ref.101) through the hexagonal holes
around the top and bottom edges of
the trunking main body (Ref.13)
ensuring all inserts are facing inwards.
106
Fig.17
Secure all inserts in position using the

correct insert tool. See Fig 18.
106

(Ref.106) around the top of the
trunking main body (Ref.13).
See Fig. 18
101
13
Fig.18
Offer trunking main body (Ref.13) to

the side of the Ringmaster range unit.
Secure in position with 16 off
M6 x 20 hex Hd screws (Ref.103) and
16 off fully tightened M6 nuts (Ref.112)
with 1 off M6 washers (Ref.113) under
the heads of each M6 screw and
under each M6 nut. See Fig.19
103
105
Secure left hand side sheet (Ref.14)

and lid sub assembly to trunking main
body(Ref.13) and trunking base
(Ref.10) with 34 off M6 x 20 hex Hd
screws (Ref.103) together with 1 off
M6 nyltite seal (Ref.105) under the
head of each screw. See Fig. 19
Fig.19
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
35
Installation
Final assembly
Offer up blanking plate (Ref.17) to the
left hand side (viewed from the front)
of the Ringmaster range unit and
secure with 2 off 3/16 monobolt
(Ref.118).
Smear approximately 1mm thickness
of DC4 silicon compound (Ref.111)
around the stems and dyscon boots
(Ref.18) of the Ringmaster range
before sliding them into position.
118
17
NOTE: The lower side of the dyscon

boot should face the left hand side
of the Ringmaster range unit when
viewed from the front.
Position the Ringmaster range unit
and the extensible unit together so the
holes in the main trunking body line up
with the holes in the left hand side
sheet on the Ringmaster range unit.
See Fig 20
NOTE: At this stage the lid on the
Ringmaster range unit should be
removed to aid access for
assembly.
Fig.20
Secure the main trunking body and left

hand side sheet on the Ringmaster
range unit in position with 16 off
M6 x 20 hex screws (Ref.103) and 16
off M6 nuts (Ref.112) with 1 off M6
washers (Ref.113) under the heads of
each M6 screw and under each M6
nut. Fully tighten these components
up.
Screw heads
NOTE: The orientation of the

screws the top row should have
the heads facing outwards as in the
photo. See Fig. 21
Fig.21
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SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
Installation
Earth bars to unit

Offer up the horizontal earth bar
(Ref.20) to the rear of the extensible
unit. Secure the right hand side in
position behind the RE2c earth bar
(Ref A) using 1 off M10 x 30 hex Hd
screw (Ref.127) with 1 off M10 form A
washer (Ref.125) under the head and
a further 1 off M10 form A washer
(Ref.125) under 1 off M10 hex full nut
(Ref 126). See Fig. 22
Offer up the vertical earth bar

(Ref.21) to the rear of the Ringmaster
range unit. Secure one end to the
Ringmaster range unit in front of
earth bar (Ref B) and the other end
behind the horizontal earth bar
(Ref.20) using 1 off M10 x 30 hex Hd
screw (Ref.127) with 1 off M10 form A
washer (Ref.125) under the head and
a further 1 off M10 form A washer
(Ref.125) under 1 off M10 hex full nut
20
21
Fig.22
127
126
125
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
37
Installation
Fitment of front and rear transit braces

NOTE: These parts do NOT require
fitting if the unit is fitted to a plinth
assembly!
The left hand ends of the rear and
front transit braces (Ref 8 and 9 as
shown in Fig.23 ), are fitted to the
inside faces of the "L" shaped struts
(Ref C). Place an M8 form A washer
(Ref.115) over 2 off M8 x 25 set
screws (Ref.130). Push each screw
through the two "L" shaped brackets
(Ref C) and the transit braces
(Ref.8 and 9). Place another M8 Form
A washer (Ref.115) over each screw
thread and fit an M8 full nut (Ref.117)
to each one leave loose.
The right hand end (as shown in
Fig.23) of the front transit brace
(Ref.9) goes to the inside of the "U"
shaped strut (Ref D). Put an M10 form
A washer (Ref.121) over an M10 x 30
hex head screw (Ref.127). Push this
through the front transit brace (Ref.9)
and through the "U" shaped strut
(Ref.D). Place an M10 form A washer
(Ref.121) over the screw threads of
the M10 x 30 hex head screw
(Ref 127) and then fit an M10 full nut
(Ref.126) - leave loose.
D
9
Fig.23
The rear brace (Ref.8) goes to the

inside of the supporting foot (Ref.E).
Place an M10 form A washer (Ref.125)
over an M10 x 30 hex head screw
(Ref.127). Push the screw with the
washer on through the support foot
(Ref.E) and through the rear transit
brace (Ref.8). Place a 1 off M10 form
A washer (Ref.125) over the thread of
the screw and fit an M10 full nut
(Ref.126)
Once all the above is complete fully
tighten all the M10 and M8 hardware
mentioned above. See Fig. 23 for the
completed assembly.
38
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
Installation
Ducting, HV and discharge testing of the units

Prior to carrying out the electrical
tests the operator should complete
the following:-
19
Secure all 3 off busbars to the stems

(Ref.D) of the Ringmaster range unit
using 1 off M12 x 40 hex head screw
(Ref.114) with the M12 flat washer
(Ref.109) and 1 off busbar spacer
(Ref.120) under each of the heads.
Tighten the 3 off M12 x 40 hex head
set screws (Ref.114) To 54 Nm with a
calibrated torque wrench.
18
Slide the 3 off extensible conductor

Cap up the busbars and locate in
position in the rear of the boots. These
caps are not visible in Fig 24 and are
part of the bought in, L3, L2 and L1
sub assemblies.
Push dyscon dust caps (Ref.19) in the
front and top of the dyscon boots
109
114
120
At this point perform the three

following tests:
Fig.24
High voltage partial discharge test

High voltage frequency test
Resistance test
NOTE: For transportation purposes
on completion of the above the
Ringmaster range side of the
busbar assembly must be
un-torqued as it is to be fully
torqued up when in position on site.
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
39
Installation
Securing of busbars and fitment of blanking plate

Fit the blanking plate (Ref.25) to the
unit as shown in Fig. 25. This is fitted
using 10 off M6 x 20 screws with a
nyltite seal (Ref.105) under the head
of each screw Insert these through the
blanking plate (Ref.25) and the unit
(Ref.A) and then fit an M6 form A
washer (Ref.113) followed by an M6
full nut (Ref.112) fully tighten these up.
See Fig. 25
Refit the previously removed lid to the
Ringmaster range unit plus lid edge
strips.(Ref.131) A lifting Lug will
require fitting to the left hand side of
the unit when viewed from the rear. To
fit the lid use; 12 off M6 x 20 screws
(Ref.103) with an M6 nylite seal
(Ref.105) under the head of each of
each screw.
These are followed by; 22 off M6 x 25
hex head screws (Ref.104) with a and
nylite seal (Ref.105) under the head of
each. These 22 screws hold on the lid
edge strips which are fitted using
tessamol to make them weather tight.
All the above hardware should now be
fully tightened up.
40
25
Fig.25
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Installation
Securing of busbars and fitment of blanking plate

Offer up RE2C - CE2/6 lid stiffening
plate (Ref.7) to the underside of the
rear of the Ringmaster range lid.
Secure in position using 2 off M8 x 40
screws (Ref.116) with 1 off M8 SS
form A washer under the head of
each.Push the left hand screw (as
viewed from the rear of the units as in
the figure left) through the lifting lug
(Ref.D), through the lid edge strip
(Ref.117) through the lid and through
the lid stiffing plate (Ref.7) of the unit.
Next slide a further 1 off M8 form A
washer (Ref.115) over the thread and
followed by 2 off M8 hex full nuts
(Ref.117) fully tighten the first nut and
then lock the second nut against each
the first.
Fig.26
131
131
D
The right hand side is the same

assembly as the left with the exception
that the lifting lug (Ref.D) is not fitted.
See Fig. 26
116
117
Right hand viewed from rear of unit
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116
117
Left hand viewed from rear of unit
41
Installation
Final torque of busbars

NOTE: This procedure only applies
when the unit is on site.
When unit is in position on site remove

dyscon boot caps (Ref.19) from the
top of the dyscon boots (Ref.18).
See Fig. 27
Fully secure each busbar assembly by

torquing the M12 x 40 hex head set
screw inside the dyscon boots to
54Nm. See Fig. 27
19
Replace dyscon boot caps (Ref.19) in

the top of the dyscon boots (Ref.18).
18
Finally carry out ductor tests to the

following ratings:
Phase
Resistance
(micro ohms)
L1
L2
L3
196
198
200
Fig.27
114
109
120
42
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
Protection
Time fuse link
Protection systems
All circuit breakers can be fitted with various forms of protection system 1. VIP self powered IDMT protection - refer to VIP user guides
VIP 30 - provides protection against phase-to-phase faults
VIP 35 - provides protection against phase-to-phase faults and earth faults
VIP 300 - three phase overcurrent and earth fault protection
2. Time fuse link (TFL) protection system to EA 41-26 (time fuse links to EA 12-6).
Time fuse link (TFL) protection

summary
Time fuse link protection provides a cost effective way of protecting a transformer
of 1600kVA or less. It is a recognised method of protection and the fuses are
covered by EA 12-6 (1973). The arrangements in the Ringmaster range is of
2 phase overcurrent and earth fault.
TFL selection
Schneider Electric recommend TFL sizes in accordance with the table below.
WARNING
TLF protection will not work correctly
unless the recommended fuses are
fitted.
The table also includes our recommendations for the maximum LV fuse size to
ensure discrimination. Note that the size of this fuse is less than the full load
current of the transformer, however, it would normally be expected to have a
number of LV fuses fed from the LV side of the transformer.
Important note: Please ensure TFL fuses are fitted prior to energising the equipment.
Recommended Time fuse Link (TFL) settings to ESI 12 - 6

voltage transformer rated power (kVA)
CT ratio = 50/5
earth fault setting = 25A
(kV)
200
315
500
800
1000
1250
1600
3.3
10A
TFL
150A
LV fuse
5A
10A
15A
TFL
150A
250A
400A
LV fuse
3A
5A
10A
15A
TFL
200A
300A
400A
560A
LV fuse
3A
5A
10A
15A
TFL
200A
300A
400A
560A
LV fuse
5A
10A
15A
TFL
150A
250A
400A
LV fuse
5A
7.5A
12.5A 15A
TFL
250A
400A
560A
560A
LV fuse
5A
7.5A
10A
12.5A 15A
TFL
400A
560A
630A
630A
LV fuse
5A
7.5A
10A
12.5A 15A
TFL
400A
560A
630A
630A
LV fuse
6.6
(instantaneous trip)
11
13.8
CT ratio = 100/5
earth fault setting = 30A
3.3
6.6
(instantaneous trip)
11
13.8
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
630A
630A
43
Protection
Operation
Operation
The circuit consists of 3 dual ratio
C.T.'s, 2 Direct Acting Trip (DAT)
solenoid type overcurrent coils
connected in parallel with associated
Time Fuse Links (TFL's) and
1 instantaneous earthfault DAT
solenoid Coil.
Terminal block
C11
C31
C51
Circuit breaker
contacts
Red phase TFL
Earth fault TFL
(if lifted)
Red o/c coil
Under normal load conditions on, say

an 11000 volt 1000KVA transformer, 52
amps will flow in the C.T. primaries
(1000kVA(11kv/3). If the C.T. ratio is
set on 50/5 Amp ratio, then
approximately 5 Amps will flow in the
C.T. Secondaries. As the overcurrent
coils are shorted out by the fuses, no
current will flow through the coils.
Assuming that there was no earth
leakage, the red, yellow and blue
phases will balance, and no current will
flow through the earth fault coil.
In the event of a phase to phase fault
of, say, 500 Amps, 50Amps would flow
through the C.T. secondaries. This
would blow the 15Amp fuse links
shunting all of the current through the
DAT coils, which would operate and
trip the 3 phase circuit breaker. The
tripped on fault flag would operate, and
the CB would have to be re-set and the
fuses replaced.
Two overcurrent coils are required to
cover all phase fault combinations, i.e.
for a R-Y phase fault, the CB will trip
on the red phase coil. Under earth
fault conditions, there will be an
imbalance between the red, yellow and
blue phases, and current will flow down
the residual path of the C.T.'s and
through the earth fault coil. The unit
will trip instantaneously. If a TFL is
fitted in parallel with the earthfault coil
then the tripping time will follow the
TFL characteristics. Alternatively, the
fuse can be removed.
Blue phase TFL
Earth fault coil

S1
S2
Blue o/c coil

100/5A Ratio
S3
C110
C130
Rapid changeover link
C150
C70
C70
C210
Removable Test Link
C230
C250
50/5A Ratio
Removable Earth Link
Panel types
CN/SN/CE/SE
R1
Y1
B1
CIRCUIT
BREAKER
CONTACTS
EARTH FAULT TFL

(IF FITTED)
C11
P1
S1
C12
RED O/C COIL
C 31
C32
C 51
C52
S2
P2
S3
BLUE O/C COIL
EARTH FAULT COIL
100/5A RATIO
C110
RATIO CHANGEOVER
LINK
C130
C150
C 70
C71
REMOVABLE TEST LINK
C210
C230
C250
50/5A RATIO
REMOVABLE EARTH LINK

C90
Panel types
RN2c/RE2c/RN6c
44
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
Protection
Operation
Close-up of C.T. links.
Replacing the time fuse links.
Dual ratio 100/50/5Amp C.T.'s are

fitted as standard, to the Ring Main
Units and 200 Amp circuit breakers
with TFL protection. Selection of the
appropriate C.T. ratio can be easily
achieved by moving the auxiliary link
in the pilot cable box. Note that the
circuit must be off load when changing
ratios.
Current transformers not in use
WARNING
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
Current transformers (T200E and earth fault flow indicator) that are not going to be
used during commissioning or during service, they must be shorted out otherwise
irreversible damage may occur to current transformers and/or the unit.
45
Protection
VIP 300
4
C B
phase
overcurrent
10
I>
sensors:
200/1 4509996A0
VIP300LH range: x2
I>>
DT only
EI
VI
off
(x Is) off
warning
0.1
(x Is)
curve selection
0.15 0.2
0.3
0.1
0.07
x10
0.4
0.05
(s)
t>
Is
15
2.7
not time
multiplier
x1
12
1.2
DT
42 48 56
36
64
30
72
24
80
20 100 90
(A)
9
2.4
1.5
RI
VIP300
2.1
1.8
SI
I>
trip
20
0.2
0.6
0.9
0.03
1.5
(s)
t>>
see table
t> to>
0.4
0.05
0.6
VIP 300 Equivalent Time

Settings Multiplier
reset
minimum operating
phase current: 20A
Io>
EI
1.8
SI
off
DT
trip
2.1
1.2
1
9
2.4
1.5
RI
x1
x1
x1
x1
x1
x1
x1
x10
x1
x10
x10
x10
x10
x10
x10
x10
SI
VI
EI
0.02
0.02
0.03
0.05
0.07
0.10
0.13
0.17
0.20
0.24
0.34
0.50
0.67
1.01
1.35
2.02
0.03
0.05
0.07
0.10
0.13
0.20
0.27
0.33
0.40
0.47
0.67
1.00
1.33
2.0
2.67
4.00
0.06
0.09
0.12
0.19
0.25
0.37
0.50
0.62
0.74
0.87
1.24
1.86
2.48
3.71
4.95
7.43
Io>>
DT only
VI
0.05
0.07
0.1
0.15
0.2
0.3
0.4
0.05
0.6
0.07
0.1
0.15
0.2
0.3
0.4
0.6
12
15
6
4
2.7
20
(x Ios) 3
(x Ios) off
curve selection
16 24 32
12
40
8
50
4
60
2 80 70
(A)
Io>
0.15 0.2
0.07
x1
0.6
not time
multiplier
0.4
0.6
0.1
0.05
0.9
0.03
to>
Ios
earth fault
x10
0.4
0.05 (s)
0.2
warning
0.3
0.1
to>>
see table
1.5
(s)
VAP6 test plug
D
11 12
13
14
15
E
17
18
16
19
20
Phase overcurrent setting
Earth fault setting
Other functions
1.
11. Earth fault setting area

(lower half of relay front panel).
12. Red LED earth fault pick-up
indicator.
13. Earth fault trip indicator.
14. Earth fault setting current Ios.
15. Choice of low set curve type Io>.
16. Low set pick-up (DT only) Io>.
17. Low set time delay to>.
18. Multiplying factor (low set).
19. High set pick-up Io>>.
20. High set time delay to>>.
A.
B.
Phase setting area

(upper half of relay front panel).
2. Red LED phase overcurrent
pick-up indicator.
3. Phase overcurrent trip indicator.
4. Phase overcurrent setting Is.
5. Choice of low set curve type I>.
6. Low set pick-up (DT only) I>.
7. Low set time delay t>
8. Multiplying factor (low set).
9. High set pick-up I>>
10. High set time delay t>>
46
C.
D.
E.
Current setting scale label.

Current transformer and
range information.
Indicator reset button.
Minimum operating current.
VAP6 test plug socket.
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Protection
VIP 300
Phase overcurrent setting
WARNING
VIP 300 relay will not work without the appropriate settings
IDMT curve selection
G
SI, VI, EI RI
t>
Phase overcurrent setting:

F Setting current Is (4)
G Type of low set I> curve (5)
IDMT: SI, VI, EI, RI.
Definite time: DT
H DT low set pick-up I> (6)
This setting is only active for the
low set DT curve selection (as
shown). If IDMT curves are
selected this switch is disabled,
as SI,VI, EI, low set pick-up is
fixed at 1.2 Is.
J Low set time delay t> (7)
and multiplier (8)
K High set I>>(9)
L High set time delay t>>(10)
K
t>>
Earth fault setting
Is
F
1.2 Is
10 Is
I>>
t>
DT
The principle is the same as for phase

protection.
Set:
F Setting current Ios (14)
G Type of low setting Io> curve (15)
IDMT: SI, VI, EI, RI
Definite time: DT
H DT low set pick-up Io> (16)
This setting is only active for the
low set DT curve selection (as
shown). If IDMT curves are
selected this switch is disabled,
as SI, VI, EI low set pick-up is
fixed at 1.2 Is.
J Low set time delay to> (17)
and multiplier (18)
K High set Io>>(19)
L High set time delay to>>(20)
DT curve selection
The numbers indicated below are those

of the setting switches (refer to the
diagram of the front panel on page 4)
The letters indicate the curve
characteristic as shown opposite.
Operation
K
t>>
Is 1.2 Is
I>
The high and low set elements

operate separately. The tripping order
results from the logical OR between
the two settings.
I>>
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Protection
VIP 300
Phase overcurrent
phase
overcurrent
sensors:
200/1 4509996A0
VIP300LH range: x2
I>
I>
EI
1.8
1.5
off
RI
DT
1.2
1
42 48 56
36
64
30
72
24
80
20 100 90
(A)
Is
reset
0.05
0.3
t>
0.4
(s)
9
2.4
(x Is) 3
warning
0.15 0.2
0.1
0.07
x10
x1
VIP300
2.1
2.7
curve selection
trip
I>>
DT only
VI
SI
not time
multiplier
15
20
(x Is) off
0.2
see table
t>>
0.4
0.6
0.1
0.05
0.03
0.6
12
0.9
(s)
1.5

Settings Multiplier
t> to>
0.05
0.07
0.1
0.15
0.2
0.3
0.4
0.05
0.6
0.07
0.1
0.15
0.2
0.3
0.4
0.6
x1
x1
x1
x1
x1
x1
x1
x10
x1
x10
x10
x10
x10
x10
x10
x10
SI
VI
EI
0.02
0.02
0.03
0.05
0.07
0.10
0.13
0.17
0.20
0.24
0.34
0.50
0.67
1.01
1.35
2.02
0.03
0.05
0.07
0.10
0.13
0.20
0.27
0.33
0.40
0.47
0.67
1.00
1.33
2.0
2.67
4.00
0.06
0.09
0.12
0.19
0.25
0.37
0.50
0.62
0.74
0.87
1.24
1.86
2.48
3.71
4.95
7.43
1 Phase overcurrent
setting area
5 Choice of low
set curve
All information concerning the phase

overcurrent is grouped together in the
upper half of the front panel. The
section numbers below are related to
the numbering on the drawing shown
on page 46.
SI
VI
EI
RI
2 Phase overcurrent
pick-up indicator
When the red LED blinks, it indicates
that the low set element has picked
up. If the current does not decrease
below the pick-up level the relay will
trip.
For IDMT curves (SI, VI, EI) the
LED blinks when the current is
greater than 1.2 times the setting
current Is.
For the IDMT curve (RI), the LED
blinks when the current is greater
than the setting.
For the DT curve, the LED blinks
when the I> pick-up setting
is exceeded.
Also refer to indicator reset button
(page 51).
3 Phase overcurrent trip

indicator
The indicator is normally black and
turns yellow when the phase
overcurrent has given a tripping order.
It stays yellow, even when the relay is
de-energised.
48
:
:
:
:
Standard inverse time.

Very inverse time.
Extremely inverse time.
Specific curve
- consult Schneider Electric
DT : Definite time.
Off : Low set is disabled.
6 Low set pick-up

(DT only) I>
The setting is a multiple of Is. It is only
active when the low set curve type DT
is selected.
If the tripping curve is selected with
IDMT (selector switch 5 set to SI, VI,
EI, RI) the selector switch has no effect.
7 Low set time delay t>

If the DT curve is selected,
the value shown is the low set

time delay.
For IDMT curves the value
displayed is the tripping time for a
phase current equal to 10 x Is.
8 Multiplying factor
(low set)
In the x10 position, the time delay
displayed on switch 7 is multiplied by
10.
4 Setting current Is
9 High set pick-up I>>
The setting depends on the current

transformer (CT) used, and the range
selected via the connections made to
the back of the relay. The scale label
inserted should match the CT and
range selected. The switch can then
be positioned to the primary current
magnitude required in amperes.
The high set is chosen as a multiple of

the current Is. In the off position, the
high set is disabled.
10 High set time delay t>>

Time delay is set directly in seconds.
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Protection
VIP 300
The setting principle is the same as

for phase overcurrent.
Earth fault
reset
minimum operating
phase current: 20A
Io>
EI
1.8
off
RI
DT
trip
1.2
1
2.1
9
2.4
1.5
11 Earth fault setting area
Io>>
DT only
VI
SI
2.7
(x Ios) 3
12
15
6
4
20
(x Ios) off
curve selection
Io>
earth fault
16 24 32
12
40
8
50
4
60
2 80 70
(A)
Ios
0.15 0.2
0.1
0.07
0.05 (s)
to>
warning
0.3
0.4
0.6
x10
x1
not time
multiplier
0.2
0.03
see table
to>>
0.4
0.6
0.1
0.05
0.9
(s)
1.5
VAP6 test plug
All information concerning earth fault

settings are grouped together in the
lower half of the front panel. Section
numbers below are related to the
numbering on the drawing shown on
page 46.
12 Earth fault pick-up indicator

When the red LED blinks, It indicates
that the low set element has picked
up. If the current does not decrease
below the pick-up level the relay will
trip.
For IDMT curves (SI, VI, EI) the
LED blinks when the current is
greater than 1.2 times the setting
current Is.
For the IDMT curve (RI), the LED
blinks when the current is greater
than the setting.
For the DT curve, the LED blinks
when the l> pick-up setting
is exceeded.
N.B. The LED only blinks when the
phase current is greater than the
minimum operating current (refer to
minimum operating current, page 51)
Also refer to indicator reset button
(page 51).
13 Earth fault trip indicator

The indicator is normally black and
turns yellow when the earth fault
element has given a tripping order. It
stays yellow, even when the relay is
de-energised.
15 Choice of low set curve

SI :Standard inverse time.
VI :Very inverse time.
EI :Extremely inverse time.
RI :Specific curve.
DT :Definite time.
Off :Low set is disabled.
16 Low set pick-up

(DT only) Io>
The setting is a multiple of Ios. It is
only active when the low set curve
type DT is selected. If the tripping
curve is selected with IDMT (selector
switch 15 set to SI, VI, EI, RI) the
selector switch has no effect.
17 Low set time delay to>
If the DT curve is selected, the

value shown is the low set time
delay.
For IDMT curves the value
displayed is the tripping time for a
phase current equal to 10 x Ios.
18 Multiplying factor (low set)

In the x10 position, the time delay
displayed on switch 17 is multiplied
by 10.
19 High set pick-up Io>>

The high set is chosen as a multiple of
the current Ios. In the off position, the
high set is disabled.
20 High set time delay to>>

Time delay is set directly in seconds
14 Setting current Ios

The setting depends on the current
transformer (CT) used, and the range
selected via the connections made to
the back of the relay. The scale label
range selected. The switch can then
be positioned to the primary amp value
required.
For earth fault relay operation: link
between contacts 2 and 9 (x2 range)
and 1 and 9 (x4 range) must be made
at back of relay.
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Protection
VIP 300
Other functions
A. Setting scale label
Reversible scale label for Ringmaster fitted with 200/1A CTs
sensor
200/1: 4509996A0
sensor
200/1: 4509996A0
VIP 300LH range: x2
VIP 300LHrange: x4
Is
Is
48
42
56
36
64
30
72
24
80
20 100 90
(A)
96
84
112
72
128
60
144
48
160
40 200 180
(A)
minimum operating
phase current: 20A
minimum operating
phase current: 40A
Ios
Ios
24
16
32
12
40
8
50
4
60
2 80 70
(A)
48
32
64
24
80
16
100
8
120
4 160 140
(A)
The label indicates the range for
the phase overcurrent and earth

fault primary amp settings. It is
inserted from the top, behind the
transparent part of the front
panel.
The label is reversible and is
printed with the x2 range setting
currents on one side, and the x4
range setting currents on the
other. The scale label when
terminal positions on the rear of
the relay, for the range required.
Also refer to testing and
commissioning.
B. CT and range indication

x 2 range
x 4 range
sensor
400/1: 451101200
sensor
400/1: 451101200
VIP 300LH range: x2
VIP 300LHrange: x4
Is
Is
96
84
112
72
128
60
144
48
160
40 200 180
(A)
192
168
224
144
256
120
288
96
320
80 400 360
(A)
minimum operating
phase current: 40A
minimum operating
phase current: 80A
Ios
Ios
48
32
64
24
80
16
100
8
120
4 160 140
(A)
x 2 range
96
64
128
48
160
32
200
16
240
8 320 280
(A)
x 4 range
The CT and range are given on each

side of the setting scale label. The label
will match the appropriate CT for the
Ringmaster panel type supplied. This
information is hidden when the label is
inserted.
Choice of setting scale label

Make sure that the information
given on the top of the label

matches:
1 - The current transformer used:
200/1A, 400/1A or 800/1A
2 - The range used.
x2 or x4
This information is hidden when the
label is in position.
For help with the choice of range
sensor
800/1: 4509169A0
sensor
800/1: 4509169A0
VIP 300LH range: x2
VIP 300LHrange: x4
Is
Is
192
168
224
144
256
120
288
96
320
80 400 360
384
336
448
288
512
240
576
192
640
160 800 720
(A)
(A)
minimum operating
phase current: 80A
minimum operating
phase current: 160A
Ios
Ios
96
64
128
48
160
32
200
16
240
8 320 280
(A)
x 2 range
50
192 256
128
96
320
64
400
32
480
16 640 560
to select, refer to the application

section.
Installation
Slide the setting scale into
position behind the transparent

part of the front face.
Make sure the label is pushed
right into the bottom of the slot. To
remove the label, use the hole in
the top, if necessary with the help
of the tip of a pencil or a
screwdriver.
(A)
x 4 range
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VIP 300
C. Indicator reset button
D. Minimum operating current
The reset button can be operated with

the sealable cover either open or
closed. When the button is pressed, the
following actions are initiated:
It resets the phase overcurrent
and earth fault trip indicators.
N.B.
If reset is more than 48 hours
after the relay has operated and
is left without being energised,
the VAP6 must be used to reset
the trip indicators or the operator
must wait for the relay to be
re-energised.
The two red LEDs light up
simultaneously for approximately
three seconds to indicate the
following:
- The relay is energized and the
minimum operating current level
has been reached.
-The relay self testing results are
healthy
N.B.
If one of the two conditions is not
met, the indicators do not light up.
The minimum operating current is the

phase current required for the relay to
be energized and operational. The
setting depends on the CT used, and
the range selected via the connections
made to the back of the relay. The
value given on either side of the scale
label is the single phase RMS
minimum operating current.
N.B. Regarding minimum operating
current:
The VIP 300 does not operate below
the minimum operating current level.
As a result, if the earth fault setting
(Ios) is below the minimum operating
current, it will only take effect when
there is phase current greater than or
equal to the minimum operating
current.
E. VAP6 test plug

The test plug is exclusively designed for
connection of the VAP6 which is used
for fast, simplified relay testing.
The operation may be carried out while
the relay is operating since the VAP6
and VIP 300 provide the possibility of
testing with inhibition of circuit breaker
tripping.
This function may be used to carry out

a basic relay operation test.
Fitting of reversible scale label
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Protection
VAP6
VAP6 front panel

D
D
external mitop
I>
on
test in progress
trip
battery test
phase overcurrent
earth fault
trip
inhibition
earth fault
test
phase
overcurrent
test
phase
overcurrent
VIP 30
VIP 35
VIP300
VIP50
VIP75
VIP 11, 11R

VIP 12R
VIP13
VIP17
VIP200, 201
trip
trip
inhibition
external
mitop
circuit breaker
mitop
circuit breaker
mitop
VAP6
The VAP6 is a portable unit which is

connected to the VIP 300 to carry out
simplified testing.
The test can be carried out in the
following two cases:
- the VIP 300 is already
powered up by the sensors
(CTs).
- The VIP 300 is not supplied. In
this case, the VAP6 batteries
supply power to the relay.
Indicators
Push buttons:
C Trip:
Is used to test other relays in the
VIP range. It is not to be
considered for the VIP 300 test (it
lights up for a transient period
when the VIP 300 sends a tripping
order; whether or not the circuit
breaker is inhibited).
1 Battery test:
If the batteries are healthy, the
on indicator(A) lights up when
the button is pressed.
2 Phase overcurrent:
Sends the phase overcurrent test
stimulus, which is equivalent to
20 times the setting current Is.
3 Earth fault:
Sends the earth fault test
stimulus, which is equivalent to
20 times the earth setting current
Ios.
4 Trip inhibition:
By pressing and holding this
button down the relay can be
tested with the VAP6 without
tripping the circuit breaker. This
facility will inhibit the circuit
breaker tripping even if a real
fault occurs during the test.
A On:
Indicates that the batteries are
operating. Also lights up when the
battery test is carried out by
pressing battery test.
B Test in progress:
Confirms sending of the test
stimulus to the VIP 300.
D External MITOP output:

This feature may be used to
connect an external MITOP trip
coil which could be used to
operate a timer etc. The external
coil is triggered at the same time
as the circuit breaker MITOP. The
trip inhibit button does not effect
the external coil.
Batteries:
The batteries are normally

deactivated and are automatically
activated when the VAP6 is
connected to the VIP 300. They
are activated in the following
cases:
- Pressing the battery test button.
- Direct connection to a VIP 300
relay.
To install or change the batteries,

open the unit by removing the 4
screws on the bottom of the unit.
Be sure to use the correct
polarities.
Technical characteristics:
Supply:
Weight:
Dimensions:
52
3 x 9V 6LR61
batteries
0.45KG
93 X 157 X 45mm
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Protection
VAP6
The test may be carried out with or

without the relay energised by the
Ringmaster current transformers, and
all the relay settings are effective.
During the test, the relay remains
operational and will give a tripping
order in the event of a fault, unless the
trip inhibit button is pressed and held
down.
The test consists of:

- Initiation of the VIP 300 self
monitoring and diagnostic routine.
- Injecting a stimulus to stimulate
a phase fault.
- Check tripping
The VAP6 is supplied by
batteries. Therefore the parts of
the VIP 300 that run on AC
current are not checked using this
method (input and supply
circuits).
Press the phase overcurrent button to
send the test stimulus.
- Continue pressing the button
throughout the duration of the
stimulus. The stimulus represents
about 20 times the setting current
Is.
-The VAP6 test in progress
indicator lights up to confirm the
sending of the stimulus to the
VIP300 relay.
- The red I> indicator of the
VIP300 blinks during the time
relay delay period.
- Then the VIP 300 phase trip
indicator turns yellow.
- The circuit breaker trips if it is
not inhibited.
Connect the VAP6 to the VAP6 test

plug. The VAP6 batteries are activated
and the on indicator lights up.
Press the trip inhibition button if the
test should be carried out without
tripping the circuit breaker.
Be sure to continue pressing the
trip inhibition button throughout the
time it takes to send the stimulus.
N.B. If the phase overcurrent button is

held down after tripping, the VIP300
starts the time delay/tripping cycle
again; this is normal operation.
In that case:
- The VAP6 red trip indicator
lights up for a transient period
each time there is a trip.
- Depending on the time delay
setting, the VIP 300 red I>
indicator may be off or blink
rapidly and/or in an irregular
manner.
Press earth fault to test the relays
operation. The stimulus injected is equal
to 20 times the setting current Ios. Use
the procedure as for the phase
overcurrent test.
Disconnect the VAP6. In order to save
batteries, do not leave the VAP6
connected to the relay unnecessarily.
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Commissioning
Checks and tests
Commissioning
All equipment is subject to stringent quality and operational checks prior to

despatch. However it is the owners responsibility to ensure that
commissioning tests have been completed to IEC60694. The following is a resume
of those tests.
Physical checks
Remove all packaging and transit labels from the equipment. Check the data plate
details against the specification. Check the operation of the switches/circuit
breaker, test access and various interlocks.
Functional checks
Check confirmation of auxiliary switch contacts and remote indication in

accordance with the schematic diagram.
Confirm the phase relationship of the neon indicator sockets.
Check the pick up voltage of auxiliary coils if fitted, a.c. coils should operate
between 85% and 110% of the rated voltage, d.c. coils should operate between
70% and110% of the rated voltage.
Note: All voltages should be applied instantaneously unless otherwise specified.
High voltage withstand test to

IEC60694 and IEC62271-200.
Connect the H.V. test set as shown in the diagrams an carry out the
withstand tests in accordance with the following tables.
R2 Y2 B2
R3 Y3 B3
FRONT
R1
Y1
B1
RN2c/RE2c/RN6c
RN2c
B1
Y1
R1
(enclosed in busbar chamber)
R2
Y2
B2
CE2/CE6/SE6 or SN6/CN2
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Commissioning
Tests
H.V. withstand - contd.

Test voltages
rated voltage
(kV)
a.c. test voltage

(kV)
frequency
(Hz)
duration
(minutes)
(d.c. test voltage current practice)
3.6
50
1 (AC) 15 (DC)
7.5
7.2
16
50
1 (AC) 15 (DC)
15
12
23
50
1 (AC) 15 (DC)
25
13.8
32
50
1 (AC) 15 (DC)
32
Test connection - circuit breaker/switch - CE2/CE6/SN6

test number
CB / switch
live terminals
earthed terminals
closed
R, Y, B
frame
closed
R, Y
B, frame
closed
Y, B
R, frame
closed
B, R
Y, frame
open
R1, Y1, B1
R2, Y2, B2, frame
open
R2, Y2, B2
R1, Y1, B1, frame
Test connection - ring main unit - RN2c/RN6c

test number
ring switch 1
ring switch 2
circuit breaker
live terminals
earthed terminals
closed
closed
closed
R1, B1
Y1, frame
closed
closed
closed
Y1
R1, B1, frame
closed
closed
open
R1, Y1 B1
R2, Y2, B2, frame
closed
closed
open
R2, Y2, B2
R1, Y1, B1, frame
open
open
closed
R2, Y2, B2
R1, Y1, B1, R3, Y3, B3 frame
open
open
closed
R1, Y1, B1, R3, Y3, B3
R2, Y2, B2, frame
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Commissioning
Tests
H.V. withstand - contd.

R3, Y3, B3
R1, Y1, B1
R1, Y1, B1
Note: Ensure VT primary connections

are isolated prior to HV pressure
testing equipment.
x
R2, Y2, B2
R2, Y2, B2
Diagram of connections - RN2
CAUTION
56
Diagram of connections circuit breaker / switch
When applying AC/DC test voltages greater than 12kV additional insulation
must be added to the bushing sleeve to prevent damage.
The bushing sleeve is designed to be used in conjunction with some additional
method of insulation, such as econ boot or heatshrink termination boots.
Due to the compact design of the bushing, permanent damage could result from
high voltage stress if additional insulation is not used during testing.
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Commissioning
Tests
Circuit breaker auxiliary tests

The following tests have been
conducted during manufacturing
(except CT insulation test,
magnetisation curve), and are to be
used as a guide for commissioning
purposes.
All secondary wiring has been 2kV

insulation tested at our works. We
therefore recommend that testing on
site is done with a 1,000 volt megger
and not re-stressed at 2kV.
Select
phase
Remove all earth connections and test

the wiring to earth. For units fitted with
a VIP relay please refer to the VIP
user guide.
Ringmaster circuit
breakers
R1
Y1
Terminal block
Select
phase
C11
B1
C31
C51
Circuit breaker
contacts
Red phase TFL
Earth fault TFL
(if lifted)
Red o/c coil

Blue phase TFL
Earth fault coil

S1
S2
Blue o/c coil
50/100A a.c.
100/5A Ratio
S3
C110
C130
C150
C70
C210
C70
Removable Test Link
C230
C250
50/5A Ratio
A
0 - 5A
Select
phase
R2
C.T. ratio test

1 remove test link
2 select required C.T. ratio at changeover
link
3 connect ammeter (0-5A a.c.) as shown
4 select R, Y or B phase to be tested
5 connect primary injection test equipment
as shown
6 operate the circuit breaker (and
respective ring switch if applicable)
mechanism to "Main On"
7 inject C.T. rated primary current (100A or
50A) in each phase in turn (R1-R2),
(Y1-Y2), (B1-B2)
8 note indicated current on ammeter
during each test, at C.T. rated primary
current ammeter should indicate 5A
Y2
B2
Panel types
CN/CE
Ringmaster C
ring main units
Panel types
RN2c/RE2c/RN6c
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
57
Commissioning
Tests
Circuit breaker auxiliary tests
Select
phase
Y1
C.T. polarity test

1 Remove test link
2 Connect a d.c. analogue milliammeter
(centre scale "zero" preferred) as shown
3 Select, R, Y or B phase to be tested
4 Connect d.c. voltage source as shown
ensuring correct polarity
5 Operate the circuit breaker (and
6 Close switch "S" and note positive
direction of dc milliammeter movement.
If negative direction is observed C.T.
polarity is incorrect.
Ringmaster circuit
breakers
R1
Terminal block
Select
phase
C11
B1
C31
C51
Circuit breaker
contacts
Red phase TFL
Earth fault TFL
(if lifted)
Red o/c coil

Blue phase TFL
Earth fault coil

S1
S2
Blue o/c coil

100/5A Ratio
S3
C110
Switch 'S'
C130
+ve
C150
6V - 12Vd.c.
C70
C70
-ve
C210
Removable Test Link
C230
C250
50/5A Ratio
-ve
mA
+ve
d.c. milliammeter
Select
phase
R2
Y2
B2
Panel types
CN/CE
Ringmaster C
ring main units
Panel types
RN2c/RE2c/RN6c
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SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
Commissioning
Tests
Ringmaster circuit
breakers
R1
C.T. spill test

1
2
Remove test link

Select required C.T. ratio at changeover
link
3 Connect 3 phase short circuiting link
(100A rated) at R1, Y1 and B1
connections
4 Replace R and B.T.F.L.'s for temporary
shorting links as shown
Note: a shorting link in parallel with
the earth fault coil is not required
5 Connect an a.c. milliammeter as shown
6 Select R-Y, Y-B or R-B phases to be
tested
7 Connect primary current injection test
equipment as shown
9 Inject C.T. rated primary current and
note spill current indicated on ammeter
10 Spill current to be less than 10mA
during the test
11 Repeat for remaining pairs of phases
(and C.T. ratio if required)
Y1
Three phase
shorting link
(100A rated)
Terminal block
C11
B1
C31
C51
Circuit breaker
contacts
Temporary TFL Shorting Link
Earth fault TFL
(if lifted)
Red o/c coil

Earth fault coil

S1
S2
Blue o/c coil

100/5A Ratio
S3
C110
C130
C150
C70
C210
C70
Removable Test Link
C230
C250
Select
phase
50/5A Ratio
mA
0 - 10mA a.c.
50/100A a.c.
R2
Y2
B2
Panel types
CN/CE
Ringmaster C
ring main units
Panel types
RN2c/RE2c/RN6c
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
59
Commissioning
Tests
Ringmaster circuit
breakers
R1
Y1
T.F.L. / D.A.T. overcurrent tests primary current injection

Ensure removable earth link is fitted
link
3 Connect 3 phase short circuiting link
(100A rated) at R1, Y1 and B1
connections
4 Replace R and B.T.F.L.'s for temporary
5 Select R-Y, Y-B or R-B phases to be
tested
6 Connect primary current injection test
equipment as shown
8 Inject C.T. rated primary current and
remove the T.F.L. shorting links in
accordance with the table below
ensuring the correct action results
9 Repeat for remaining parts of phases
10 Note - with both R & B T.F.L. shorting
links in circuit, the circuit breaker should
not trip during overcurrent tests
Note: ensure test current does not
reduce signification due to circuit
impedance changes during this test
Three phase
shorting link
(100A rated)
Terminal block
C11
B1
C31
C51
1
2
Circuit breaker
contacts
Earth fault TFL
(if lifted)
Red o/c coil

Earth fault coil

S1
S2
Blue o/c coil

100/5A Ratio
S3
C110
C130
C150
C70
C210
C70
Removable Test Link
C230
C250
Select
phase
50/5A Ratio
50/100A a.c.
R2
Y2
B2
Panel types
CN/CE
Ringmaster C
ring main units
T.F.L shorting link
phases
under
test
In cct
Out cct
circuit
breaker
action
R-Y
R-Y
Y-B
Y-B
R-B
R-B
R
B
B
R
R
B
B
R
R
B
B
R
no trip
trip
no trip
trip
trip
trip
Panel types
RN2c/RE2c/RN6c
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SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
Commissioning
Tests
Three phase
shorting link
Ringmaster circuit
breakers and switches
R1
(100A rated)
Y1
T.F.L. / D.A.T. earth fault tests primary current injection

1
2
3
5
6
7
Terminal block
C11
B1
Ensure removable test link is fitted

link
Connect 3 phase short circuiting link
(100A rated) at R1, Y1, and B1
connections
Replace R and BT.F.L.'s for temporary
the earth fault coil is not to be fitted
Select R, Y or B phase to be tested
Connect primary current injection test
equipment as shown
Operate the circuit breaker (and
Inject a primary current instaneously
(pulse) not gradually in accordance
with the table below ensuring the correct
actions result and the tripping levels are
within tolerance
Repeat for remaining pairs of phases
Range
phases
under
test
C.T. ratio
trip levels
circuit
breaker
action
R
Y
B
50/5A
50/5A
50/5A
20 - 26.5 A
20 - 26.5 A
20 - 26.5 A
trip
trip
trip
R
Y
B
100/5A
100/5A
100/5A
25 - 31 A
25 - 31 A
25 - 31 A
trip
trip
trip
RN2c
phases
under
test
C.T. ratio
trip levels
circuit
breaker
action
R
Y
B
50/5A
50/5A
50/5A
19 - 28 A
19 - 28 A
19 - 28 A
trip
trip
trip
R
Y
B
100/5A
100/5A
100/5A
24 - 33 A
24 - 33 A
24 - 33 A
trip
trip
trip
C31
C51
Circuit breaker
contacts
Earth fault TFL
(if lifted)
Red o/c coil

Earth fault coil

S1
S2
Blue o/c coil
0-50A a.c.
100/5A Ratio
S3
C110
C130
C150
C70
C70
C210
Removable Test Link
C230
C250
50/5A Ratio
Select
phase
R2
Y2
B2
Panel types
CN/SN/CE/SE
Ringmaster C
ring main units
Panel types
RN2c/RE2c/RN6c
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
61
Commissioning
Tests
Ringmaster circuit
breakers and switches
R1
T.F.L. / D.A.T. overcurrent tests secondary current injection
Y1
B1
Ensure removable earth and test links

are fitted
link
Select R-Y, Y-B or R-B phases to be
tested
Connect secondary current injection
test equipment as shown
Operate the circuit breaker mechanism
to "Main On"
Inject a secondary current of 5A and
remove the T.F.L. shorting links in
ensuring the correct actions result
Repeat for remaining phases
Note: ensure test current does not
reduce significantly due to circuit
impedance changes during this test
2
3
4
5
6
7
Terminal block
C11
C31
Select pairs
of phases
C51
0 - 5A a.c.
Circuit breaker
contacts
Earth fault TFL
(if lifted)
Red o/c coil

Earth fault coil

S1
S2
Blue o/c coil

100/5A Ratio
S3
C110
C130
C150
C70
C210
C70
Removable Test Link
C230
C250
50/5A Ratio
R2
Y2
B2
Panel types
CN/SN/CE/SE
T.F.L shorting link
phases
under
test
In cct
Out cct
circuit
breaker
action
R-Y
R-Y
Y-B
Y-B
R-B
R-B
R
B
B
R
R
B
B
R
R
B
B
R
no trip
trip
no trip
trip
trip
trip
Ringmaster C
ring main units
Panel types
RN2c/RE2c/RN6c
62
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
Commissioning
Tests
Ringmaster circuit
breakers
R1
T.F.L. / D.A.T. earth fault tests secondary current injection

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Y1
Terminal block
Select
phase
C11
Ensure removable earth and test links

are fitted
link
the earth fault coil is not to be fitted
Select R, Y or B phase to be tested
Connect secondary current injection test
equipment as shown
Operate the circuit breaker mechanism
to "Main On"
Inject a secondary current instaneously
(pulse) not gradual increase in
ensuring the correct actions result and
the tripping levels are within tolerance
Repeat for remaining phases (and C.T.
ratio if required)
B1
C31
C51
Circuit breaker
contacts
0 - 5A a.c.
Earth fault TFL
(if lifted)
Red o/c coil

Earth fault coil

S1
S2
Blue o/c coil

100/5A Ratio
S3
C110
C130
C150
C70
C210
C70
Removable Test Link
C230
C250
50/5A Ratio
R2
range
phases
under
test
C.T. ratio
trip levels
circuit
breaker
action
R
Y
B
50/5A
50/5A
50/5A
2.0 - 2.65 A
2.0 - 2.65 A
2.0 - 2.65 A
trip
trip
trip
R
Y
B
100/5A
100/5A
100/5A
1.25 - 1.55 A
1.25 - 1.55 A
1.25 - 1.55 A
trip
trip
trip
RN2c
phases
under
test
C.T. ratio
trip levels
circuit
breaker
action
R
Y
B
50/5A
50/5A
50/5A
1.7 - 2.8 A
1.7 - 2.8 A
1.7 - 2.8 A
trip
trip
trip
R
Y
B
100/5A
100/5A
100/5A
1.1 - 1.65 A
1.1 - 1.65 A
1.1 - 1.65 A
trip
trip
trip
Y2
B2
Panel types
CN/CE
Ringmaster C
ring main units
Panel types
RN2c/RE2c/RN6c
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
63
Commissioning
Tests
Current transformer insulation

test (magnetisation curve single
point test)
Ringmaster circuit
breakers
1 Remove C70 test link.

2 Remove ratio link.
3 Increase test voltage to 1.3 x the
knee point voltage.
4 Decrease voltage to the appropriate
knee point voltage (detailed below)
for the respective CT ratio under
test.
Ratio
Knee point
voltage
100/5A 9v
50/5A 4.5v
Typical
magnetisation
current
470mA +- 10%
940mA +- 10%
5 Replace both the test and ratio links.
Panel types
CN/CE
Ringmaster C
ring main units
Panel types
RN2c/RE2c/RN6c
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SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
Commissioning
Commissioning Ringmaster with VIP 300
Factory tests:
All Ringmaster panel types are fully tested before leaving the factory. These tests include the
whole protection system including current transformers, wiring harness, relay, trip coil and the
circuit breaker itself using primary injection to energise the system. Tripping tests are carried
out using different settings for each of the IDMT and DT curves available on the relay. The
tripping times are measured with a chronometer and its accuracy is verified against the
theoretical times calculated.
Reduced commissioning
Since the system is fully tested it is only necessary to prove the relay on site at the service
settings, therefore reducing commissioning time to a minimum.
Once the switchgear has been installed and cabled up, it is impractical or
sometimes impossible to carry out injection tests. It is suggested that for
commissioning and maintenance purposes either of the following two methods can be used.
1. Simple trip test using the VAP6 test unit (described previously).
2. Secondary injection using standard equipment with an output filter.
Secondary injection
Testing using secondary injection is used to test the following parts of the
protection system:
The electronic circuit.
The integrity of the power supply of the VIP 300.

The link to the mitop trip coil and also the circuit breaker mechanical tripping
mechanism.
The integrity of the switches on the front panel to ensure they give the correct
tripping times for the curves selected.
Test set connections:
The injection set is connected to the VIP 300 relay without disconnecting the CTs. This is
done via the sockets on the terminal rail located in the pilot cable box, just above the relay
itself.
Phase overcurrent connections:
To test the overcurrent protection the connection should be made across two CTs (terminal
rails nos 4 to 5, 5 to 6 or 6 to 4).
Earth fault connections:
To test the earth fault protection, the connection should be made across one CT
(terminal rail nos 4 to 7, 5 to 7, or 6 to 7).
These terminal numbers should be cross checked with the relevant circuit breaker schematic
diagram. Terminals 15 and 16 (not shown above - see Ringmaster selection guide) give
access to a normally open contact, which is normally open when the CB is in the open
position. This can be used to connect a timing device to measure the opening time of the
relay and circuit breaker.
The type of test plug used to connect to the DIN rail connectors is a standard 2mm 19A test
plug.
CAUTION
Note: When using a secondary injection
set with VIP 300 a filter (e.g. Foster
SF30) should be used to improve the
wave form. If a filter is not used the
operating time of the relay may not
follow the theoretical operating times.
The MITOP trip coil must be used only in conjunction with the VIP relay.
Voltage withstand testing of the a u x i l i a r y and control circuits at 2000V AC for 1 minute
should never be carried out without disconnecting the MITOP trip coil or VIP relay.
Secondary injection facilities are provided on the terminal rail in the pilot cable box.
No external connections should be made to the VIP 300 or theMITOP trip coil.
52
7
x4 range
40A,80A or 160A
5 minimum
operating
3 current
1
P2
S1
P1
S1
P1
S2
S2
P2
S1
B
S2
P2
C11
C31
C31
C51
C51
x2 range
20A,40A or 80A
minimum
operating
4 current
C10
C70
C30
C50
C90
10
S2
C71
P1
CT1
C11
VIP 300 IDMT RELAY

50/51
9
50N/51N
10
C70
11
12
13
14
N.B. - Always check against the relevant

CB schematic diagram before carrying
out tests
MITOP - ITC
K8
K7
(-VE)
(+VE)
0v
15
16
connect to terminal blocks above for secondary injection
MITOP - CB trip coil
Injection test set

with filter
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
CB auxiliary contact
(for timing purposes)
65
Commissioning
Recommended test procedure for

secondary injection:
The test procedure outlined here is only a guide and may need modifying to suit
the different test sets available.
The manufacturers instructions should be read before attempting to secondary
inject the VIP 300 relay.
The VIP 300 relay can be secondary injected like any conventional 1A relay,
therefore the output recommended for 1A relays should be used.
Calculate the secondary current to be injected from the equivalent primary current,
taking into account the CTs used and the range selected by connections to the
terminals on the back of the relay.
With the VIP 300 connected so as to present the correct burden, the following tests
can be carried out:
1.
Pick-up check
- Increase the current slowly until the appropriate LED indicator starts to blink.
2.
Setting check:
- Set the current to be injected (a true RMS ammeter should be used to
measure the current).
- The CB should then be closed and the counter/timer reset. The current
should then be applied.
- When the CB has operated, the applied current should be turned off if not
done automatically.
- The time shown on the counter display includes the operating time of the
circuit breaker >80ms or <100ms. The actual relay operating time can then be
calculated by subtracting this time from the counter reading.
Note: No connection should be made to the MITOP trip coil from the
secondary injection test set.
RN2c, RE2c, CE2, CN2

CT ratio 200/1A
RN6c
CT ratio 400/1A
CE6, RN6c
CT ratio 800/1A
Range x 2
Range x 4
Range x 2
Range x 4
Range x 2
Range x 4
Minimum Operating
Current=20A
Minimum Operating
Current=40A
Minimum Operating
Current=40A
Minimum Operating
Current=80A
Minimum Operating
Current=80A
Minimum Operating
Current=160A
Secondary
injected current
Equivalent
primary current
Secondary
injected current
Equivalent
primary current
Secondary
injected current
Equivalent
primary current
Secondary
injected current
Equivalent
primary current
Secondary
injected current
Equivalent
primary current
Secondary
injected current
Equivalent
primary current
100mA
20A
200mA
40A
100mA
40A
200mA
80A
100mA
80A
200mA
160A
120mA
24A
240mA
48A
120mA
48A
240mA
96A
120mA
96A
240mA
192A
150mA
30A
300mA
60A
150mA
60A
300mA
120A
150mA
120A
300mA
240A
180mA
36A
360mA
72A
180mA
72A
360mA
144A
180mA
144A
360mA
288A
210mA
42A
420mA
84A
210mA
84A
420mA
168A
210mA
168A
420mA
336A
240mA
48A
480mA
96A
240mA
96A
480mA
192A
240mA
192A
480mA
384A
280mA
56A
560mA
112A
280mA
112A
560mA
224A
280mA
224A
560mA
448A
320mA
64A
640mA
128A
320mA
128A
640mA
256A
320mA
256A
640mA
512A
360mA
72A
720mA
144A
360mA
144A
720mA
288A
360mA
288A
720mA
576A
400mA
80A
800mA
160A
400mA
160A
800mA
320A
400mA
320A
800mA
640A
450mA
90A
900mA
180A
450mA
180A
900mA
360A
450mA
360A
900mA
720A
500mA
100A
1A
200A
500mA
200A
1A
400A
500mA
400A
1A
800A
*Note. These values exceed the rating of the circuit breaker.
66
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
Commissioning
Commissioning test record:

Secondary injection of
Schneider Electric VIP 300 self
powered overcurrent and earth fault
relay.
tick as appropriate
Customer
Site
Contact ref.
Panel
Relay type
Relay serial no.
Current transformers
Setting range, minimum operating current
200/1A
x2, 20A
x4, 40A
400/1A
x2, 40A
x4, 80A
800/1A
x2, 80A
x4, 160A
Note: Ensure connections on the rear of the relay are made to the
appropriate terminals for the x2 or x4 setting ranges and that the scale labels
are inserted correctly to match the range selected.
Indicate on the diagram below actual settings. Carry out tests and record the
results in the table provided.
200/1A
Mark settings with an arrow e.g.
68
800/1A
sensor
200/1: 4509996A0
sensor
200/1: 4509996A0
sensor
400/1: 451101200
sensor
400/1: 451101200
sensor
800/1: 4509169A0
sensor
800/1: 4509169A0
VIP 300LH range: x2
VIP 300LHrange: x4
VIP 300LH range: x2
VIP 300LHrange: x4
VIP 300LH range: x2
VIP 300LHrange: x4
Is
Is
Is
Is
Is
48
42
56
36
64
30
72
24
80
20 100 90
(A)
96
84
112
72
128
60
144
48
160
40 200 180
(A)
96
84
112
72
128
60
144
48
160
40 200 180
(A)
192
168
224
144
256
120
288
96
320
80 400 360
(A)
192
168
224
144
256
120
288
96
320
80 400 360
minimum operating
phase current: 20A
minimum operating
phase current: 40A
minimum operating
phase current: 40A
minimum operating
phase current: 80A
minimum operating
phase current: 80A
minimum operating
phase current: 160A
Ios
Ios
Ios
Ios
Ios
Ios
24
16
32
12
40
8
50
4
60
2 80 70
48
32
64
24
80
16
100
8
120
4 160 140
48
32
64
24
80
16
100
8
120
4 160 140
(A)
(A)
Setting scale label selection to be

located at point A for appropriate CT
type 200/1A, 400/1A & 800/1A
400/1A
phase
overcurrent
I>
EI
1.8
SI
I>
2.4
DT
(s)
curve selection
2.7
(x Is) 3
trip
warning
0.15 0.2
0.3
0.1
0.07
x10
0.4
0.05
not time
multiplier
x1
0.6
see table
12
15
6
4
20
(x Is) off
0.2
0.4
0.6
0.1
0.05
0.9
0.03
t>
1.5
(s)
t>>
reset
Io>
EI
1.8
SI
off
trip
DT
2.1
9
2.4
1.5
RI
1.2
2.7

Settings Multiplier
t> to>
0.05
0.07
0.1
0.15
0.2
0.3
0.4
0.05
0.6
0.07
0.1
0.15
0.2
0.3
0.4
0.6
x1
x1
x1
x1
x1
x1
x1
x10
x1
x10
x10
x10
x10
x10
x10
x10
SI
VI
EI
0.02
0.02
0.03
0.05
0.07
0.10
0.13
0.17
0.20
0.24
0.34
0.50
0.67
1.01
1.35
2.02
0.03
0.05
0.07
0.10
0.13
0.20
0.27
0.33
0.40
0.47
0.67
1.00
1.33
2.0
2.67
4.00
0.06
0.09
0.12
0.19
0.25
0.37
0.50
0.62
0.74
0.87
1.24
1.86
2.48
3.71
4.95
7.43
Io>>
DT only
VI
(A)
VIP 300
9
1.2
192 256
128
96
320
64
400
32
480
16 640 560
(A)
2.1
1.5
off
RI
96
64
128
48
160
32
200
16
240
8 320 280
I>>
DT only
VI
(A)
(A)
96
64
128
48
160
32
200
16
240
8 320 280
(A)
(A)
Is
384
336
448
288
512
240
576
192
640
160 800 720
(s)
12
15
6
4
20
(x Ios) off
curve selection
0.15 0.2
Io>
0.1
0.07
0.05 (s)
earth fault
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
to>
warning
0.3
0.4
0.6
x10
x1
not time
multiplier
0.2
0.03
see table
to>>
0.4
0.6
0.1
0.05
0.9
(s)
1.5
VAP6 test plug
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Commissioning
Commissioning test record

1. Pick up check.
Inject the test current into the
relay for each phase in turn and
note the current required to flash
the LED.
2. Operating time and curve

check at final settings.
Inject the test current into the
relay for each phase in turn and
note the operating times.
3. Instantaneous trip check

Inject the appropriate test current
into the relay and ensure the
correct instantaneous response.
Curve...............
T..............
Phase A-B
Phase B-C
Curve........... T..............
Phase C-A
EF
1. Pick-up current at setting

2. Operating time and curve at final
selected setting
3. Current level to trip high set
Commissioning test record

4. Check test facility using
VAP6
Commissioning engineer
Date
Customer witness
Date
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RN2c, RE2c, RN6c essential checks
DANGER
Do not operate this equipment if needle is in the red zone or at zero.

Equipment must be isolated and earth before removing any external covers. Please
refer to your local Schneider Electric office or UK customer service team, contact
details can be found atthe front of this document.
The option of voltage presence indicator (VPIS) system must be used as
indication only. It should not beused as absolute proof of isolation.
Do not earth a live cable which is being fed from the remote end. Check voltage
of the respective breaker/switch before any operation of a Ringmaster unit.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
!
WARNING
WARNING
DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT

IF THE NEEDLE IS IN THE RED ZONE
OR AT ZERO.
EQUIPMENT MUST BE EARTHED
BEFORE REMOVING ANY EXTERNAL
COVERS.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN
PERSONAL INJURY.
Prior to energising
It is recommended that to energising the unit all protection devices are checked to
ensure they are set correctly. For TLF units ensure that fuses are fitted. VIP units
must be set in accordance with the results of a protection co-ordination study.

Current transformers (T200E and earth fault flow indicator) that are not going to be
Note: This manual covers ring main units produced from June 1999,
designated RN2c/RN6c/RE6c.
For ring main units designated RN2/RN6 see earlier manual Ref: version 005
December
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Main features
Key
1
facia
operating handle (padlockable)
auxiliary/Protection LV compartment
test access key
data plate
main circuit label
gas pressure indicator
tripped on fault flag
main earth selector lever
4
3
5
RN2c
6
8
7
operating handle
facia MIMIC of RN2c
Note: The operating handle can be used in two positions:

1. With the handle protruding outside the unit dimensions.
2. With the handle within the constraints of the unit.
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Manual operation of main switch/circuit breaker RN2c, RE2c, RN6c
Lift up hinged door. Check that the

gas indicator is in the green, "healthy
condition". Check the facia diagram
for the service condition. Remove
padlocks if fitted.
Note:
Move selector to "Main Switch/Circuit

breaker" position. To operate selector
slide padlock sleeve towards selector
pivot point and rotate selector to
required position.
Insert handle as shown, aligning

handle profile and direction of
operation (arrow) to unit operational
socket, for direction of operation.
Firmly operate, in a rotational
movement, the operating handle until
the circuit breaker/switch closes.
To operate to the main on position the operating handle must be rotated in a clockwise direction for the circuit breaker/right
hand ring switch and in an anti-clock wise direction for the left hand ring switch (as marked on the unit facia).
The selector lever will be locked in the

main switch/circuit breaker position
when in the closed in service
position.
Padlock fitted to circuit breaker/main

switch selector.
Padlock fitted to circuit breaker/main

switch in the close in service position.
To open, remove closed in service
position padlock, if fitted, rotate handle
through 180 and reverse procedure.
Note: The fitting of padlocks does not affect the electrical tripping of the unit.
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Earth switch
Manual operation of earth switch RN2c, RE2c, RN6c
Lift up hinged door. Check that the

gas indicator is in the green, "healthy
condition". Check the facia diagram
for the off service condition. Remove
padlocks if fitted. Move selector to
Earth Switch position. To operate
selector slide padlock sleeve towards
selector pivot point and rotate selector
to required position.
Note:

operation (arrow), to unit operational
socket for direction of operation. Firmly
operate, in a rotational movement, the
operating handle until the earth switch
closes.
The selector lever will be locked in the

earth switch position when in the
closed in earth position.
To operate to the earth on position the operating handle must be rotated in an anti-clockwise direction for the circuit
breaker/right hand ring switch and clockwise direction for the left hand ring switch (as marked on the unit facia).
Padlock fitted to earth switch selector.
Padlock fitted to earth switch in the

closed in earth position. To open,
remove closed in earth position
padlock, if fitted, rotate handle through
180 and reverse procedure.
Note: The unit will not electrically trip if an earth is applied onto a fault.
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Cable testing
Cable testing - ring cables RN2c
Open LV compartment by depressing

lever on lower edge of LV
compartment. Remove padlock if fitted,
at this point.
Turn lever clockwise. Remove test

access cover padlock if fitted.
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Key way
Insert test key (located inside LV cabinet)

into key way.
Ensure that the main earth switch is in

the earth on position. This will open
the key way.
Pull test access cover down, utilising

operating handle, to remove cable
earth and provide access to the testing
bushings (marked with red, yellow and
blue phase dots).
The test access key will be locked in

position until the cover is firmly closed.
Reverse procedure to return to service
condition. Note: ensure cables are
discharged before touching bushings
after testing.
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Cable testing
Cable testing - circuit breaker RN6c

test key
key way
Ensure that the CB earth switch is in

the earth on position.
This will open the key way for the test
key.
The test key is located on the RN6c

fascia as shown above. To remove
the key, turn the black lever
90 anti-clockwise.
Remove test access padlock (if fitted).

Whilst holding black lever of test key
down, raise the CB test access cover.
Note that some resistance will be
encountered.
Lift CB test access cover clear of test

contacts. Note that the test key is now
locked in position until the access
cover is firmly closed.
Reverse procedure to return CB
to service.
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Insert the test key as shown and turn

the black lever 90 in a clockwise
direction to lock in position.
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Circuit breaker reset
Circuit breaker reset - electrical trip/tripped on fault RN2c, RE2c, RN6c
Following a circuit breaker electrical

trip/tripped on fault operation the
tripping spring has to be reset prior to
a close operation. The orange tripped
on fault flag (indicated with arrow) will
be displayed following the electrical
trip.

operation (arrow) to unit operational
socket, for direction of operation.
Firmly operate, in an anti-clockwise
rotational movement, the operating
handle until the orange tripped on fault
flag changes to the white normal
service condition, and the handle
reaches the end stop.
On the resetting of the flag to white

allow the operating handle to return
clockwise to the off position.
To close the circuit breaker to the
service/earth condition, refer to
relevant section regarding manual
operation.
Motorpack circuit breaker reset - electrical trip/tripped on fault
When a trip operation has occured, the

motor intelligence will automatically
reset the circuit breaker.
Note: To manually reset circuit breaker remove motorpack and follow above procedure.
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Motorpack
Motorpack control RN2c, RE2c RN6c
Prior to connecting the motorpack

check the facia diagram for service
conditions. The service selector
padlock, if fitted, can remain fitted with
the application of the motorpack.
Align both the motorpack male drive

shaft and the electrical connector with
the female switch operating socket
and electrical connector on the unit
facia.
Note: The motorpack can only be fitted

when the main switch/circuit breaker
position is selected and not when the earth
position is selected.
Note: The motorpack can be removed and

replaced in both the Main On and Main
Off service conditions.
Note:
For electrical operation of the

motorpack with Easergy T200E refer to
the Easergy T200E manual.
Only manual operation of the earth switch can be undertaken. To operate earth switch remove motorpack and follow manual
operation of earth switch instructions.
The motorpack protection fuse is

located at the bottom right hand corner
as above when the motor is removed.
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Offer motorpack to unit until full

engagement of both the drive and
electrical connection are achieved.
The motorpack is fitted with a manual

drive, to release mechanism spring
tension, should the motor fail during
electrical operation. Remove allen
screws (indicated with arrows) on
motorpack cover to access manual
drive screw.
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Motorpack operation
Motorpack control - RN2c, RN6c and RE2c

Operating voltage, current and time
panel type
operation
voltage
current
time
RN2c/RN6c/RE2c
close
24V d.c.
+ 30%
- 10%
4A
5 sec.
RN2c/RN6c/RE2c
open
24V d.c.
+ 30%
- 10%
4A
5 sec.
RN2c/RN6c/RE2c
reset (CB only)
24V d.c.
+ 30%
- 10%
3.5A
11 sec.
Values given are typical and may vary slightly between units.
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Neon indication
Neon indication
Neon indication can be fitted as an optional item on the ring

switches and circuit breaker on the RN2c. The test sockets
are located in the pilot cable box.
A garter spring is fitted to the relevant cable bushing which

forms a capacitive coupling with the HV conductor, deriving
the neon voltage.
Note: Circuit breaker neons cannot be fitted to transformer mounted units.

Note: To achieve correct reading when using a phase comparitor please use Pfisterer Electronic Phase Comparator
EPV LRM System No.827 189-007 (available as kit RMR-A25)
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CN2, SN6, CE2, CE6, SE6, MU2 essential checks
DANGER
Do not operate this equipment if needle is in the red zone or at zero.

Equipment must be isolated and earth before removing any external covers. Please
refer to your local Schneider Electric office or UK customer service team, contact
details can be found atthe front of this document.
The option of voltage presence indicator (VPIS) system must be used as
indication only. It should not be used as absolute proof of isolation.
Do not earth a live cable which is being fed from the remote end. Check voltage
of the respective breaker/switch before any operation of a Ringmaster unit.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
!
WARNING
WARNING
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT

IF THE NEEDLE IS IN THE RED ZONE
OR AT ZERO.
EQUIPMENT MUST BE EARTHED
BEFORE REMOVING ANY EXTERNAL
COVERS.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN
PERSONAL INJURY.
Prior to energising
It is recommended that to energising the unit all protection devices are checked to
ensure they are set correctly. For TLF units ensure that fuses are fitted. VIP units
must be set in accordance with the results of a protection co-ordination study.

Current transformers (T200E and earth fault flow indicator) are not going to be
79

Main features
Key
1
facia
operating handle (padlockable)
auxiliary/Protection compartment
test access key (within LV pilot
box)
5
data plate/pilot box
main circuit label on pilot box
transformer earth switch
gas pressure indicator
tripped on fault flag
10
10 main selector lever
3
8
CN2/SN6
9
10
2
5
4/6
CE2/CE6/SE6
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Operation of main switch/circuit breaker CE6, CE2, SE6, CN2, SN6
Lift up hinged door. Check that the gas

indicator is in the green, "healthy
condition". Check the facia diagram for
the service condition. Remove
padlocks if fitted.
Move select to "Main Switch" position.

Insert handle as shown and pull down
firmly until the circuit breaker/switch
closes. The selector lever will be
locked into the "main switch" position.
Fit padlock into "CB closed in service"
position if required.
To open, rotate the handle through

180 and reverse the procedure.
Note: That this does not affect electrical

tripping of the unit.
Operation of main earth CE6, CE2, SE6, CN2, SN6
Lift up hinged door. Check that the gas

indicator is in the green, "healthy
condition". Check the facia diagram for
the service condition. Remove
padlocks if fitted.
With the switch/circuit breaker in the

open position, move selector lever to
"earth switch position". Insert handle
as shown and pull down firmly until the
switch closes. The selector will be
locked in the "earth switch" position.
Fit padlock into "circuit breaker/switch
main cable earthed" if required.
To open, rotate the handle through

180 and reverse the procedure.
Note: That the unit will not trip on fault.
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Earth switch
Transformer earth switch SN6 and CN2 only

Closing earth switch
Open the main switch/circuit breaker.

Move the selector lever (see page 81)
to earth position. Do not re-close the
main earth switch unless incoming
cable earth is required. Move
transformer earth selector lever as
shown above.
Pull lever forwards as shown to close

earth switch. Push back to rest
position. The main selector lever
should be locked in the earth position.
The switch can be padlocked "on" as

shown above.
Turn lever clockwise as shown above

until flag show "off" and mechanism is
reset. Turn lever back to the rest
position.
The transformer earth can now be

padlocked off as shown above. The
main selector lever is now free to
move.
Opening earth switch
Remove padlock if fitted. Move

transformer earth selector lever as
shown above.
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Cable testing and actuator control
Cable testing main cable - CE6, CE2, SE6, CN2, SN6 and ring cables
Ensure that the main earth switch is

"earth on". This will open the key way.
Insert test key (located in pilot cable

box compartment) into key way and
turn lever anti-clockwise. Remove test
access cover padlock if fitted.
Pull test access cover down to remove

cable earth and provide access to the
testing bushings, (marked with red,
yellow and blue phase spots). The test
access key will be locked in position
until the cover is firmly closed.
Reverse procedure to return to service
condition.
Note: Ensure cables are discharged
before touching bushings after
testing.
Actuator control
For electrical operation of the actuator

see page 84 (if using Easergy T200E
refer to the Easergy manual).
To earth the main cable, the actuator
must be removed. With the
switch/circuit breaker in the open
position, disconnect the actuator
supply.
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Lift the lever on the connecting

bracket.
Rotate actuator mechanism

anti-clockwise away from the handle
socket. Manual operation can be
performed as normal. Reverse the
procedure to fit the actuator.
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Actuator control
Actuator control - CE2, CE6, SE6 and SN6

Operating voltage, current and time
panel type
operation
voltage
CE2/CE6
close
24V d.c.
CE2/CE6
open
SE6/SN6
SE6/SN6
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current
time
+ 30%
- 10%
9A
7 sec.
24V d.c.
+ 30%
- 10%
5A
7 sec.
close
24V d.c.
+ 30%
- 10%
5A
7 sec.
open
24V d.c.
+ 30%
- 10%
5A
7 sec.
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Maintenance
Recommendations and conditions
Routine maintenance will depend on the conditions to which the unit is subjected
and to the relevant codes and practice. Periodic inspection of the substation and
equipment will be necessary to establish the conditions to which the units are
subjected to.
Routine maintenance
recommendations to
BS6626:1985
ideal conditions
standard conditions
aggressive conditions
gas enclosure
no attention
no attention
no attention
housing interior
(mechos, etc.)
no attention
periodic inspection
every 5 years
housing
periodic inspection
every 5 years
every 2 years
protection system
every 5 years
every 5 years
every 5 years
Ideal conditions
Environmental conditions
Unit installed and commissioned in accordance with the manufacturers instructions
Indoors, completely protected from the weather.
Humidity below 40% and no dripping water.
Minimal dust and air circulation.
Ambient temperature between -5oC and +40oC.
No contact with any chemical agents (eg. salt).
No infestation of any animal life (eg. insects).
No contact with any plant life (eg. mould).
No earth movements.
No damage to the unit of any kind.
Operational conditions
No
No
No
No
Standard conditions
mal-operation of any kind.

abnormally high number of operations - refer to the graph on page 87.
abnormally high number of faults - refer to the graph on page 87.
over-voltage or over-current (above rating).
Environmental conditions
Unit installed and commissioned in accordance with the manufacturers conditions.
Humidity below 60%.
Unit may be indoors or outdoors but must not be subjected to regular extremes of weather eg.
heavy rain storms, dust storms, heavy snow and ice, flooding, temperature cycles greater
than 40oC or less than -20oC, dense coastal fog or acid rain.
No regular or thick covering of leaves or other debris.
No contact with any chemical agents (eg. salt).
No infestation of animal or plant life.
No earth movements.
No damage to the unit of any kind.
Operational conditions
No
No
No
No
mal-operation of any kind.

abnormally high number of operations - refer to the graph.
abnormally high number of faults - refer to the graph.
over-voltage or over-current (above rating).
Aggressive conditions
Any environmental or operational conditions which do not satisfy either of the above two
descriptions must be deemed aggressive.
Post fault maintenance
We recommend that after 50% of its rated fault operations the following is checked:
Gas pressure
Trip opening time
Contact resistance
The maximum number of fault interruptions can be calculated from the interrupting capacity
graph on page 88.
Note: Local legislation may dictate maintenance be carried out with greater frequency, irrespective of site conditions. Please contact
your local Schneider Electric representative for further details.
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Maintenance
Housing
Housing exterior
Check all external fixings, labels and earth connections are present and tight.
Check inside the main door (if fitted) and pilot cable box for heavy deposits of dust,
ingress of water or contamination by animal or plant life. Check that the gas
indicator is reading in the green zone.
Clean the units thoroughly and touch up paint work as necessary.
Housing interior
Open the main and pilot cable box door. Check that the gas indicator is in the
green zone and the protector cap is fitted over the gas filler valve.
For circuit breaker panels check the electrical protection system - refer to
commissioning instructions.
Check the operation of the unit and all mechanical interlocks.
filler point
Modular switch / CB filler point
filler point
RN2c/RN6c/RE2c filler point
O rings must be scrupulously clean and well

greased with petroleum jelly
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Maintenance
Circuit breaker
Leakage of SF6 gas

In the extremely unlikely event of a gas leak contact your local Schneider Electric office
or UK customer service team immediately. Contact details can be found in the front of
this document.
New SF6 gas is nontoxic and non combustible. However when exposed to an electric
arc SF6 breaks down and becomes toxic.
Service life
If correctly installed and maintained the Ringmaster range of switchgear has a service
life expectancy of 25 years.
Prospective interrupting capacity

10000
number of operations
1000
100
10
16kA version
21kA version
1
1
10
100
1000
10000
100000
current interrupted (amperes)
The above applies to: RE2c, RE6c, CE2, CE6 and CN2 circuit breakers.
It is not applicable to the ring switches of the ring main units or the SE6.
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Notes
88
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Ringmaster range

Symbols and meanings

Checks and tests

Schneider Electric at your service

Handling, transportation and storage

with VIP 300

RN2c, RE2c, RN6c essential checks

Switch and circuit breaker

Circuit breaker reset

Connecting the HV cables

Ringmaster range operation

Installation of pilot cables

Removal of VIP relay

Switch and circuit breaker

Earth fault flow indicator

Cable testing and actuator control

Fitting REC2 to Ringmaster range

Recommendations and conditions

Time fuse link

Version 11 - Issue date November 2007

The following symbols appear in this document to indicate the degree of

Danger: Failure to follow this instruction will result in death, serious

Warning: Failure to follow this instruction can result in death, serious

Caution: Failure to follow this instruction can result in equipment

Information: We draw your attention to this particular point

Customer service and after

Services and projects

For the following services please contact Services & Projects:

Spares and managed spares contracts

This document is not a commercial document, but a technical document prepared by

Personnel undertaking installation and commissioning must be competent and

These instructions cover all operations concerning handling, installation, operation

The range comprises:

RN2c 630/200A non extensible compact ring main unit

Compact non extensible composite ring

Extensible circuit breakers and switches

1510 1610 1750

Transport & handling

Do not put anything on Ringmaster

Use all four lifting points

Do not stand on Ringmaster

Following transportation ensure circuit breaker mechanism is reset prior to

Before any equipment is accepted it should be inspected carefully for damage

In the event of an anomaly, please contact the transport/shipping company.

In the event of any anomaly or apparent damage, do not install, please

Tel +44 113 290 3500

Short time current 3 seconds kA

Earth switch short time

Circuit breaker rating

Peak making current

EATS 41-26 AND RELEVANT IEC

Typical rating plate for RN2c

Short time current

Earth switch short time

Earth switch peak

Typical rating plate for CE2

m10 channel fixing

note: floor level flush

Internal arc withstand

Modular Ringmaster range

If the unit is to be installed outdoors there are no special requirements for

16kA equipment fault rating