Professional Documents
Culture Documents
And
Maintenance Manual
For Igranic POWERVAC HHV12
Indoor 12 kV
Horizontal Isolation,
Horizontal Withdrawable ,Vacuum Circuit Breakers
INDEX
Page No.
INTRODUCTION 4
CONSTRUCTION 5
INSTALLATION 8
PADLOCKING 12
INTERLOCKS 13
TESTING 14
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 14
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DRAWINGS
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INTRODUCTION
* This instruction manual describes the physical const ruction and the
procedures for handling, storage, insta llation, operation and maintenance
of the Igranic POWERVAC Metalclad Vacuum SWitchgear. Description of
the Vacuum Circuit Breaker (VCB) used in this switchgear is found later in
this manual.
* The switchgear will provide satisfactory service over its lifetime provided
these recommendations are observed.
TYPE HHV12
R Voltage (kVI 12
A Frequency (Hz) 50/60
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E Busbar current (AI 630 1250 2000
D Short time current 20/25 kA for 3 sec
W idt h 600 600 800
Cubicle Depth 2000
Dimension Height Typically 2000
(mm) Transition panel width 400
Approx. Wit hout potent ial transt, 635 650 750
W eig ht (kg) Potential tran sformers 80
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CONSTRUCTION.
Igranic HHVI2 type switchgear is totally metalclad and fully
compartmentalized in accordance with IEC298jBSS227. It consists mainly of a
Vacuum Orcuit Breaker (VeB), protection relays, metering compartments and
a set of 3 phase insulated busbars. The switchgear Is completely constructed,
wired and tested in the factory.
The HHV12 panel is fabricated from sheet steel which is chemically treated
before painting, to provide adequate protection against environmental
conditions.
The multicore cable box and power cable entry points are provided with
removable gland plates, and are located at the rear and base of the panel
respectively. cable entry is normally from the bottom, however top cable entry
can be provided as and when required.
The VCB is of the horizontal isolation and withdrawal type. The caniage can
be easily withdrawn or plugged in using the racking handle provided. For
safety the VCB is interlocked against dangerous operations in either the
"connected" or "disconnected" positions. When the VCB is withdrawn from the
connected position, independently operated safety shutters automatically
cover the busbar and circuit fixed contact bushings. These safety shutters can
be padlocked in the closed position, or can be latched open for testing. The
latch provided will automatically reset the shutters when the VCB is racked
into the service position.
The VCB control cables are connected to a socket mounted on the front of the
VCB, and a removable plug is used to connect the VCB control cables to the
fixed panel wiring.
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A fau lt making drcuit earthing switch is provided and can be operated from
the front of the panel. The operating mechanism is accessible when the VCB is
open, and the truck withdrawn.
The earthing switch is interlocked with the VCB such that it cannot be
operated with the VCB in the service position. Padlocking facility is provided to
prevent unauthorlzed operation.
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DESPATCH AND HANDLING
For transport and shipment, lifting eyes are provided to facilitat e lifti ng. They
are bolted to t he top corners of the panel and must be removed when th e
panels are put into position for connection.
b) - Foundation Bolts.
STORAGE
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switched on to prevent moistu re condensation and subsequent corrosive
damage leading to maloperation .
INSTALLATION.
The Switchboard is carefully manufactured to the specified standards and fu lly
tested before delivery. It should operate satisfactorily if the foll owing
installation procedures are followed.
1) - The floor on which the switch board is to be installed must be flat and
level (within +/- 2mm/1000mm).
2) - Install the foundation channels (optional) such that they are mounted
flush with the floor.
3) - Remove and discard the bracket locking the VCB and packing materia l.
Withdraw the VCB from the panel using the VCB racking handle.
5) - Install the main busbars and earth bars. Ensure that the j oint surfaces
are clean; smear the joints lightly with the silicon grease supplied, and tighten
the bolts. ('take care that the grease does not get onto the bolt or nut
threads otherwise overtightening of the joint can result).
6) - Install the insulation boots. For connections where insulation boots are
not used, H.V. tape insulation and compound should be applied.
7) - Re-insert VCB into the cubicle. (Note that the control cable plug must be
connected before VCB is racked into service position.
B) - Connect the inter-panel control wiring and complete the power and
control circuit Wiring.
g) - Replace all the covers before testing and commissioning the SWitchboard.
10) - The front door of the panel has a padlockable handle arrangement.
There are eight socket head screws provided on the door to withstand
pressure due to internal arc. The handle is operated clockwise for front door
opening and anti clockwise for locking.
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Ensure no foreign materials are inside the truck runner area to have smooth
movement of circuit breaker truck inside the panel.
The working clearance to the front of the switchgear panel shall be no less
than 1 metre to enable ea"'! and comfortable withdrawal of the VeB trucl< to
facilitate inspection and testing. Oearance at the rear for installing the cables
should be 600mm minimum. The overhead clearance shall be such as to
permit maintenance and for access to the mounted equipment on the fixed
housing. Access around the switchboard should be in accordance with the
Health and safety recommendations.
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veo OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Insertion of Circuit Breaker into Panel
Open the front door of the panel. Ensure that earth switch (when provided) is
in open position. Check manually that all the shutters operate freely. Position
the drcuit breaker (CB) truck in fron t of panel.
Ensure secondary plug and socket is locked ilLPOsition with top and bottom
lockin.9..Qjps of the secondary socket board. before attempting to rack the CB
truck into the panel.
For locating the breaker truck in the isolated, and service positions a lead
screw arrangement is fitted in the lower part of the CB truck. This is used for
racking in and out by use of the handle provided.
I n the " CB SERVICE" position the CB truck isolating stabs are fully engaged in
the fixed contacts. The white label at the rear of the CB Seryjce labell needs to
coincide with the white label attached to the lower part oUhe VCB truck front
she<:t·
In the "CB lSOLATED/TESJ: position the high voltage o rcutts are
disconnected, and the circuit breaker can be operated without engaging the
power drcuit.
Interl ocks are provided to ensure that the CB truck can only be inserted and
withdrawn when the ci rcuit breaker is in the OFF condition.
castell or similar key operated locks are provided for this purpose.
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The breaker has to be in the 'OFF' position and the "shot bolt" type interlock
moved into the withdrawn position to allow the CB truck to be moved forwa rd
into the 'CB SERVICE" position.
When the CB truck has been racked forward to its operational position,
(position indicator on the CB truck in line with the " CB SERVICE" position on
the floor of cubicle - see above illustration) the "shot bolt" is located into the
fixed panel bracket on the inner, upper section of the enclosure, by rotating
the castell keyantidockwise.
OPERATING MECHANISM
This is a spring charged/stored energy power dosing mechanism specially
designed for opening a short stroke vacuum interru pter, and is trip free.
The dosing springs are either manually charged by the manual spring
chargi ng handle or electrically charged by a motor gear drive.
MANUAL OPERATION.
With the VCB in the "OPEN" position, manually charge up the spring using the
manual charge handle, The spring charged/discharged condition is indicated
on the front of the VCB.
When the spring is "charged", to dose the VCB, press the dose button. The
VCB will operate and the status is indicated on the open/dosed indicator.
To open(or trip) the VCB, press the " OPEN" button. The VCB will operate and
the status is indicated on the open/dose indicator.
ELECTRICAL OPERATION.
For the motorized type, the spring charge motor is rated at either n ov AC, or
230V AC. (check the rating on the VCB rating plate.) Other ratings are
available - check with Head Office.
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Connect AC supply to the control drcuit. The motor should charge up t he
closing spring automatically. When the closing spring is charged, the spring
charge indicator will show the status.
To open t he VCB, operate the remote "close/ open" switch on the front of the
metering panel. The VCB will operate and the status change is indicated on
the "open/close" indicat or.
PADLOCKING
The following padlocking fad lities are available on the CB truck and the panel.
b) Bus Bar shutters and circuit shutters - padlocked in the closed condition.
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INTERLOCKS
Several interlocks are provided to ensure safe operation of the VeB.
d) - Incorrect rating.
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TESTING .
Warning
The X-ray emission is negligible if the test volt age and the vacuum interrup-!'cr
contact ~D is as speci fied. As an added precaut ion. when high voltage
test ing is taking place, all personnel should be at least one met re away from
phase being tested, the cubicle door closed. aDd all covers refitted to form a
metal shield.
MAINTENANCE
After clearing a fault the YCB should not be put back into operation without
first underta king a complete inspection and test. Unless absolutely necessary,
refrain from changing existing settings. carry out inspection as described for
routine inspection but pay special attention to the following:
Before gaining access to the circuit breakers ensure that the instructions
recommended for maintenance are followed. Once correctly set, it should not
necessary to alt er the settings for the life of t he interrupter contacts. As the
contacts wear in the closed position the snatch gap setting decreases and the
length of pressure spring setting increases. The contact pressure springs are
designed to provide sufficient pressure for the full 3mm wear of the interrupter
contacts .
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Check whether hold open spring dimension is 159/1 61mm In
breaker open condition (i.e. breaker in OFF condition).
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RESETTING INSTRUCTIONS - Mechanism
Loosen the trip coil assy. (06). Adjust th e gap between trip pin (07) and tri p
coil plunger link to 2.5 to 3.0 mm by sliding the trip coil assy (08) within its
screw (06). Lock off using loctite,
Oosing spring release - Electrical (Ref. Fig. 9). AdjUst th e gap between
release roller (09) and electrical release closing coil plunger (14) to 2.5 to 3.0
mm by adjusting release assembly (15) within its mounting s. Fully tighten
fixings and lock off using loctite .
b) If trip pin (07) resets automatically screw in dashpot piston ( 16) until cylinder
(17) goes slack (l.e, reducing dimension ·Y'). SCrew piston ( 16) out by hand
unti l stopped by cylinder ( 17) (i.e, Increasing dimension ·Y'). Screw pist on
( 16) out by two turns (I ncreasing dimension 'Y') and lock off using loctite .
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If trip pin does not reset automatically unscrew dashpot piston ( 16) unti l trip
pin resets, and repeat the settings given in (b) above.
Trip release ( Eiectrica l) (Ref. Fig. 10). Check trip button (18) for pre-travel distance
before engagement with trip solenoid plunger.
If pre-travel is incorrect, loosen off lock nut (19) and adj ust screw (20) unt il the correct
setting is obtained. Retighten lock nut (19). Depress push button (18) until travel
screw (20) engages with the trip solenoid plunger face. Push button should then be
able to be depressed for a further 7 mm before engagement. Adj ust as necessary.
Secure using loctite.
With the main closing springs discharged, (i.e. Breaker closed condition) depress the
push button (21) until travel screw (23) engages with release solenoid plunger face.
Push button should then the able to be depressed further 7 mm. Adj ust as
necessary.Tlghten locknut (22) and secure using toctite •
a) With the springs discharged l.e., The mechanism In the over-travel position
( Breaker in closed condition without spring spare charged) adjust the screw
rod (35) in the clevis block (36) to give a gap of 0.5 to 1.0 mm between the
push button return plate (37) and the washer (38).
b) Recharge the closing sprin gs and with the breaker closed check that with the
push button release fu lly depressed the closing springs will not discharge. Lock
off the clevis blocks (36) and the screw rod (35) using loctite .
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LIST OF RECOMMENDED SPARES
While ordering electrical items, please indicate the control voltage of the equipment.
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MAINTENANCE SPARES FOR MECHANISM
(Fig. lla/b/c)
1. Cra nk Shaft.
2. W.A. of Ca m.
8. Pinion Shaft.
9. Main Gear.
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UNDERVOLTAGE RELEASE MECHANISIM
Basic requirement:
An under-voltage device is induded when it is required to disconnect loads from
the supply should the voltage falls below a threshold value. This can be provided as an
integral part of the breaker as an OPTIONAL FEAlURE. The UV coil bips the d rcuit
breakers when the low voltage condition occurs. IEC-60056 (Oause 5.8.4) stipulates
that these devices should function within the following paramet ers:
1. The breaker should trip when the control voltage falls below 30% of rated value.
2. The breaker should be prevent from being energized when the conbrol voltage
exceeds 70% but is below 85% .
3. The breaker should be allowed to be energized when the control voltage is at 85%
value and above.
Gene@1 CQnstnJction:
The under-voltage device used in HHV12 is depicted in Rg.!. The device is
basically an electromagnet which attracts a plunger. The plunger is restrained by a
compression spring (5). A counter-weight (6) attached to the shaft of the plunger gives
the necessary momentum for the plunger to trip the breaker.
The entire arrangement of the under-voltage coil (UV coil) assembly is located
at t he left-hand side, as shown in Rg.2. The coil assembly is designed to provide a
snatch gap of 4mm between the end of plunger system and the trip rod.
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OPERATION OF THE UVR:
The attraction force of the coil on the plunger and t he restraining force of the
compression spring are balanced in such a manner that the following operat ions t ake
pl ace:
1. When the control voltage drops to just less than 35% of the rated value, the
rest raining spring force overcomes the attraction force of the coil and releases the
plunger. The plunger moves towards the trip rod with the velocity imparted by the
spring. The kinetic energy required to trip the breaker is aided by the counter-
weight fixed to the shaft of the plunger. Overall travel is 8mm after release, and
there is a free travel of 4mm by which the plunger attains suffident energy to push
the trip rod, and trip the breaker. 50 long the voltage is at this value the plunger
position is such that the breaker is prevented from closing even if a closing
command is given.
2. In the condition where the control voltage exceeds 70% of the rated value but is
less than 85%, the spring force is sufficient to overcome the force of the coil due to
extended air gap length present between the pole-piece and the plunger.
3. When the control voltage reaches a value of j ust above 85% of rated value, the
magnetic force of the coil overcomes the spring force, and the plunger moves
100% towards the pole-piece. This allows operational conditions to be acheived
(snatch gap of 4mm) and the breaker can now be closed either manually or with a
remote close command.
Note:
1. It is of utmost impQ!!lIn~e that the UV coil is in an energised state.J1rior
to closing the breaker.
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