Medium Voltage Switchgear - PIX Roll on Floor

MFR5408600 07/2019

Medium Voltage Switchgear -

PIX Easy Floor Rolling
Air Insulated Switchgear Withdrawable Circuit
Breaker Vacuum Technology

User Guide
09/2019
PHA3627800-00

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 Table of Contents

Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
About the Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Chapter 1 Design and Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
PIX Easy Floor Rolling with Easypact EXE Circuit Breaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Chapter 2 Functions and Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
IC or FD Type Cubicle - Incomer or Feeder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
BC Type Cubicles - Bus Coupler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
BR Type Cubicles - Bus Riser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
BM Type Cubicles - Busbar Metering with Earthing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Labels and Indicators on the Front Cubicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Vacuum Circuit Breaker (VCB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Label of Withdrawable Voltage Transformer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Nameplate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Label and Indicator of Earthing Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Metering Device (MD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Chapter 3 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Operation Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Ambient and Operating Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Chapter 4 Access To The Main Circuit Compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Overview of Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Access to Cable Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Access to Voltage Transformer (VT) and Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Access to Low Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Opening and Closing the MV Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Removing and Connecting the LV Plug. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Accessing Busbars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Interlocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Operating Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Operating Earthing Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Chapter 5 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Safety Provisions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Lubrication Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Replacement of Components and Cubicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Appendix Auxiliary Products and Required Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Auxiliary Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Specifications for Screw Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Required Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

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Important Information

NOTICE
Read these instructions carefully, and look at the equipment to become familiar with the device before
trying to install, operate, service, or maintain it. The following special messages may appear throughout
this documentation or on the equipment to warn of potential hazards or to call attention to information that
clarifies or simplifies a procedure.

PLEASE NOTE

Electrical equipment should be installed, operated, serviced, and maintained only by qualified personnel.
No responsibility is assumed by Schneider Electric for any consequences arising out of the use of this
material.
A qualified person is one who has skills and knowledge related to the construction, installation and
operation of electrical equipment, and has received safety training to recognize and avoid the hazards
involved.

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Safety Provisions
Before performing work on the cubicle, it is essential that you comply with the following instruction:

DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTIRC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH
 Before removing covers and before performing assembly or maintenance work, make sure that you
isolate the system from the high voltage and the supply voltage and that you ground it.
 Comply with the five safety rules:
 Isolate from the power supply
 Make sure that unintentional restart (reclosing) is prevented
 Verify zero voltage
 Earth and short-circuit
 Cover or cordon off adjacent live components

Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING
RISK OF INJURY DUE TO MOVABLE PARTS IN MECHANICAL DRIVES
Before performing mounting and maintenance work:
 Isolate the system from the supply voltage
 Release the circuit breaker's energy storing device by OFF-ON-OFF operation
 Switch make-proof earthing switches ON
 Do not remove the mechanisms during maintenance work

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage.

WARNING
RISK OF INJURY DUE TO SHARP-EDGED SHEET METAL AND METAL PARTS
During installation and maintenance work:
 Always wear the approved protective clothing in accordance with the valid accident prevention and
work regulations
 Always cover sharp edges

Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious injuries.

CAUTION
HAZARD OF DEGRADED EQUIPMENT PERFORMANCE
 Respect the handling rules and avoid any shocks to the device
 Perform the maintenance and servicing operations described in the maintenance section of this
guide
 Observe the normal service conditions described in this manual
 If the disconnecting device, or the PIX Easy Floor Rolling equipment in which the disconnecting
device is mounted, is stored before its final installation, observe the storage conditions
Failure to follow these instructions can result injury or equipment damage.

Applicable standards and regulations :

 Metal-enclosed AC switchgear for rated voltages > 1 kV up to including 52 kV: IEC 62271-200
 Comply with the locally applicable accident prevention, operating and work instructions
 Assembly and maintenance: IEC 61936-1/EN 50522 [1]
 Operation of electrical equipment: EN 50110-1[1]
[1] : Comply with the national standards applicable in the country where the equipment is to be installed.

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 Behaviour in case of incidents or accidents
For the case of an internal fault, the cubicle PIX Easy Floor Rolling is equipped with pressure relief ports
which prevent the cubicle from bursting.
This technical manual does not include information regarding the safety of the buildings in case of internal
faults (pressure load of the switchboard room and necessary relief ports).
Pressure calculations for switchboard rooms incl. recommendations regarding pressure relief ports can be
provided on request against a fee. For further details, please contact the manufacturer. In case of fire or of
internal faults, toxic and caustic decomposition products may be produced. Comply with the locally
applicable accident and safety provisions.
Make sure that first-aid measures are taken in case of injury to persons.

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Before You Begin

• This technical manual cannot be used to define or check the equipment’s compatibility with every single
user’s application, nor its reliability within it. It is the duty of every user or panel builder to perform a
complete risk analysis, evaluation and testing of the products in specific applications in accordance with
applicable standards.
• In order to ensure the right functioning of the device installed in the equipment, refer to your equipment
manufacturer documentation.
• When the products are used in applications with specific technical and safety rules, you must follow the
integration and protection rules for the specific application.

DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTIRC SHOCK, EXPLOSION OR ARC FLASH
 Apply appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safe electrical work practices.
See standards or local equivalent.
 This circuit breaker and the PIX Easy Floor Rolling equipment must only be installed and serviced
by qualified electrical personnel.
 Perform work only after reading and understanding all of the instructions contained in this guide.
 Turn off all power supplying this circuit breaker before working on or inside the circuit breaker.
 Always use a properly rated voltage sensing device to confirm power is off.
 Use only genuine Schneider Electric specific tools (operating crank, extraction ramp,...).
 Check all devices, covers and doors are in correct position before turning on power to this circuit
breaker and PIX Easy Floor Rolling equipment.
 Beware of potential hazards and carefully inspect the work area for tools and objects that may have
been left inside the circuit breaker and the PIX Easy Floor Rolling equipment.
 Do not modify the mechanical or electrical parts.
 Do not operate the system with interlocks and protective barriers removed.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

NOTICE
HAZARD OF DEGRADED EQUIPMENT PERFORMANCE
 Respect the handling rules and avoid any shocks to the device.
 Perform the maintenance and servicing operations described in the maintenance section of this
guide.
 Observe the normal service conditions described in this manual.
 If the circuit breaker, or the PIX Easy Floor Rolling equipment in which the circuit breaker is
mounted, is stored before its final installation, observe the storage conditions.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage.

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About the Guide

At a Glance

Document Scope
This User guide describes operation and maintenance of the air-insulated medium voltage switchgear units
of the PIX Easy Floor Rolling Cubicle series.
The operations described in this guide may only be performed by the qualified personnel with proven
experience regarding.
 The PIX Easy Floor Rolling Cubicle series
 All relevant safety provisions

This User guide is the integral part of the product and must be stored such that it is all times readily
accessible and can be used by persons who work on the switchgear. If the switchgear is relocated to
another site, this guide must be passed on to the new operator along with the unit.
This guide does not describe every imaginable individual case or every customer-specific version of the
product. Contact Schneider Electric for more information that is not included in the guide.

Validity Note
This guide is valid for PIX Easy Floor Rolling Cubicle. The design provides easy rack-in/rack-out operation
without the need for a separate trolley. It is an extension of the standard PIX range and delivers
performances up to 17.5 kV/31.5 kA/2500 A. It is equipped with a Vacuum Circuit Breaker and has other
functional trolleys like the metering device.
For product compliance and environmental information (RoHS, REACH, PEP, EOLI and so on.), go to
www.schneider-electric.com/green-premium.
The technical characteristics of the devices described in this document also appear online. To access this
information online:

Step Action
1 Go to the Schneider Electric home page www.schneider-electric.com.
2 In the Search box, type the name of the product range (PIX Easy Floor Rolling), select the webpage.
3 If you know the generic reference of the product, type the generic reference of the product in the Search
box. Select the corresponding page from the result. Here you could see the Datasheet related to product
reference.
4 If more than one product reference appears in the search results, click the reference that intreats you.
5 You may need to scroll down to see the complete datasheet.

The characteristics that are presented in this guide should be the same as those characteristics that appear
online. In line with our policy of constant improvement, we may revise content over time to improve clarity
and accuracy. If you see a difference between the manual and online information, use the online
information as your reference.

Product Related Information

Air-insulated medium-voltage switchgear units of the PIX Easy Floor Rolling Cubicle series are designed
exclusively for switching and distributing electrical power. They may only be used in the scope of the
specified standards and the switchgear-specific technical data. Any other utilization constitutes improper
use and may result in dangers and damage.

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General
MFR5408600 07/2019

General Information
General

Glossary

Acronymns

FU Functional Unit (cubicle + mobile part)

IC Incomer Cubicle
FD Feeder Cubicle
BC Bus Coupler Cubicle
BR Bus Riser Cubicle
BM Bus Metering Cubicle
BE Bus Earthing Cubicle
VT Voltage Transformer
CT Current Transformer or Current Sensor
VP Voltage Presence Indicator System
LV Low Voltage
MV Voltage Class, Including levels 7.2 – 12 kV and 17.5 kV
ES Earthing Switch

Mobile Part
Easypact EXE Vacuum Circuit Breaker
MD Metering Device

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Abbreviated title of Chapter
MFR5408600 07/2019

Chapter 1
Panel Design

Design and Description

PIX Easy Floor Rolling with EasyPact EXE Circuit Breaker

18
17

16
7
9
15

14

12

Side View

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Abbreviated title of Chapter

19

11
10

13

Front View Back View

1 Low voltage cabinet with control device

2 Door for Low voltage Compartment
3 Metallic shutter for busbar side arm of circuit breaker connecting to molded seal-off spouts
4 Door for Withdrawable part compartment
5 Vacuum circuit breaker
6 Glass window to inspect circuit breaker
7 Metallic shutter for line side arm of circuit breaker connecting to molded seal-off spouts
8 Label of racking device manual operating instruction
9 Breaker guiding rails
10 Operator interface of the earthing switch
11 Insertion opening for operating lever of the earthing switch
12 Cable compartment
13 Removable cover for cable compartment
14 Earth switch with making capacity
15 Cable connections
16 Current transformers
17 Busbars
18 Voltage transformer with primary fuse
19 Removable cover for withdrawable voltage transformer compartment

Figure 01

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Voltage Switchgear - PIX Roll on FloorFunctions and Characteristics

Functions and Characteristics

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following topics:
Topic Page
IC or FD Type Cubicle - Incomer or Feeder 16
BC Type Cubicles - Bus Coupler 17
BR Type Cubicles - Bus Riser 18
BM Type Cubicles - Busbar Metering with Earthing 19
Labels and Indicators on the Front Cubicle 20
Vacuum Circuit Breaker 21
Label of Withdrawable Voltage Transformer 22
Nameplate 23
Label and Indicator of Earthing Switch 24
Metering Device 25

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IC or FD Type Cubicle - Incomer or Feeder

H
5

4 3

W D

1 Busbars
2 Main switching device
3 Cable connections (rear access)
4 Earthing switch
5 Current transformers
6 Voltage transformers (Optional)
7 Low voltage cabinet

Figure 02

IC or FD
Rated voltage Ur (kV) 12 17.5
Breaking capacity (kA) 25 31.5 25 31.5
Rated current - vacuum circuit breaker (A)
Ir 800 Width 600 mm
Ir 1250 Width 600 mm
Ir 2000 Width 800 mm
Ir 2500 Width 800 mm
Rated peak withstand current Ip (kA) 65 82 65 82
Short-time withstand current Ik (kA) 25 31.5 25 31.5
Duration (s) 3 3 3 3
Dimensions H (1) (mm) 2300

D(2) (mm) 1650

Approximate mass (kg) 800-1000
1 With the standard LV cabinet of 735 mm height
2 Add 500 mm for line VTs/other values for extra cables of CTs

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H
5

4
3

W D

1 Busbars
2 Main switching device
3 Lateral connections (connection to/from adjacent bus riser cubicle)
4 Earthing switch
5 Current transformers
6 Low voltage cabinet

Figure 03

Bus Coupler
Rated voltage Ur (kV) 12 17.5
Breaking capacity (kA) 25 31.5 25 31.5
Rated current - vacuum circuit breaker (A)
Ir 800 Width 600 mm
Ir 1250 Width 600 mm
Ir 2000 Width 800 mm
Ir 2500 Width 800 mm
Rated peak withstand current Ip (kA) 65 82 65 82
Short-time withstand current Ik (kA) 25 31.5 25 31.5
Duration (s) 3 3 3 3
Dimensions H(1) (mm) 2300
D (mm) 1650
Approximate mass (kg) 650-850
1 With the standard LV cabinet of 735 mm height

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BR Type Cubicles - Bus Riser

W D

1 Busbars
2 Withdrawable voltage transformer (optional)
3 Lateral connections (connection to/from adjacent bus coupler cubicle)
4 Low voltage cabinet

Figure 04

Bus Riser
Rated voltage Ur (kV) 12 17.5
Breaking capacity (kA)
Rated current (A)
Ir 800 Width 600 mm
Ir 1250 Width 600 mm
Ir 2000 Width 800 mm
Ir 2500 Width 800 mm
Rated peak withstand current Ip (kA) 65 82 65 82
Short-time withstand current Ik (kA) 25 31.5 25 31.5
Duration (s) 3 3 3 3
Dimensions H (1) (mm) 2300
D (mm) 1650
Approximate mass (kg) 650-850
1 With the standard LV cabinet of 735 mm height

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W D

1 Busbars
2 Withdrawable voltage transformer
3 Earthing switch
4 Low voltage cabinet

Figure 05

Busbar Metering
Rated voltage Ur (kV) 12 17.5
Breaking capacity (kA)
Rated current (A)
Ir 800 Width 600 mm
Ir 1250 Width 600 mm
Ir 2000 Width 800 mm
Ir 2500 Width 800 mm
Rated peak withstand current Ip (kA) 65 82 65 82
Short-time withstand current Ik (kA) 25 31.5 25 31.5
Duration (s) 3 3 3 3
Dimensions H(1) (mm) 2300

D (mm) 1650
Approximate mass (kg) 650-800
1 With the standard LV cabinet of 735 mm height

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Labels and Indicators on the Front Cubicle

1 3

4
5

7 6

1 Orifice to insert rod for breaker opening

2 Knob for door lock
3 Orifice to insert rod for breaker closing
4 Glass window to inspect circuit breaker
5 Space for the panel rating label
6 Pad locking facility
7 Rack-in/rack-out lever insertion

Figure 06

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Vacuum Circuit Breaker (VCB)

J R I A Auxiliary terminal cover

B Knock-out provision for auxiliaries
C Front cover
D Nameplate
E Pushbuttons and indicators
E1 Opening pushbutton
E2 Closing pushbutton
E3 Spring charged and ready-to-close
indicator
E4 Main contact position indicator
B
E2
E1
A E3
E4
H
F Operating mechanism charging handle
C G Operation counter
D H Operating instructions
I Power connections
E J Auxiliary connection plug
P K Locking handles
F L Racking position indicator
G M Hole for crank insertion
N Opening pushbutton
S O Locking tabs
K P Shutter ramp
Q Roll on floor trolley
R IP Sheet
O S Door interlock

N M
L

Figure 07

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Label of Withdrawable Voltage Transformer

Do's
Rack-in the PT to ‘SERVICE’ Position:
1) Close the PT Door.

2) Rack-in the PT Trolley using the Breaker rack-in

handle. Rotate the handle 18 turns in clockwise
direction dor complete rack in.
C
Rack-out the PT to ‘TEST’ Position:
1) Rack-out the PT Trolley using the Breaker rack-in
handle. Rotate the handle 18 turns in anti-clockwise
direction.

2) Open the Door when the PT trolley has reached the

E
‘TEST’ Position.

Don't
Do not try to rack-in the PT trolley when PT Door is open. D

A Feeder description
B Viewing window
C Padlocking provision
D Hole for racking crank insertion
E Operating instructions
F Position indication

Figure 08

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Nameplate

The type designation of the cubicles on the nameplate specifies the essential technical data. To access
this information, flash the QR code with your smartphone or your connected tablet. You will be directed to
the website containing the data relating to your device. When submitting enquiries to the manufacturer or
ordering spare parts, the following information is required:
 Type designation
 Serial number

PIX Easy A
IEC 62271-200:2011

Ur: kV
Ud: kV
Up: kV
Ir: A (busbar)
Ir: A (device)
Ik: kA tk: s
Ip: kA C
Ike: kA tke: s
Ipe: kA
fr: Hz

IAC AFLR
Ia kA ta s
SN° : EI-2018-W19-06-0001
B

A Type designation
B Serial number
C Technical data
D QR code with product information

Figure 09

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Label and Indicator of Earthing Switch

OFF ON
OFF ON

Figure 10
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Metering Device (MD)

A Power connections
A B Auxiliary connection plug
C Main front cover
C
D Nameplate
D E Shutter ramp
F Door interlock
G Locking handles
E
H Racking position indicator
F I Hole for crank insertion
G J Push button to access hole
for crank insertion
K Roll on floor trolley

J
I H

Figure 11

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Operation

Operation

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Operation Accessories 28
Intended Use 29
Ambient and Operating Conditions 30
Operating Instructions 31

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Operation Accessories

Overview
The operation accessories are supplied with the panel. The panel is operated only by the means of these
accessories.

Figure 12 Figure 13 Figure 14

Standard double-bit key to Operating lever for the earthing switch Crank for circuit breaker and
lock/unlock the door of the low metering device
voltage cabinet

Figure 15 Figure 16
Operating rod to switch the circuit Crank for Rear Voltage Transformer
breaker ON and OFF

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Intended Use

Air-insulated medium voltage switchgear units of the PIX Easy Floor Rolling with EasyPact EXE series are
designed exclusively for switching and distributing electrical power. They may only be used in the scope
of the specified standards and the switchgear-specific technical data.
Disclaimer of Liability
The manufacturer shall not be held responsible for damage which occurs if:
 Instructions in this Technical Manual are not complied with.
 The switchgear is not operated according to its intended use (see above).
 The switchgear is assembled, connected or operated improperly.
 Accessories or spare parts are used which have not been approved by the manufacturer.
 The switchgear is modified without the manufacturer’s approval, or if inadmissible parts are added.
No liability is accepted for parts provided by customers, for example current transformers.

Applicable Standards

Switchgear units of the PIX Easy Floor Rolling with EasyPact EXE series:
 Metal-enclosed; loss of service continuity category according to IEC 62271-200: LSC 2B-PM
 Type-tested
 Tested for internal faults (qualification IAC AFLR)
 Dimensioned for indoor installation

PIX Easy Floor Rolling with EasyPact EXE switchgear units meet the following standards and regulations:

Designation IEC Standard

Switchgear IEC 62271-200
IEC 62271-1
Internal arc classification (IAC) IEC 62271-200
Circuit breaker IEC 62271-100
Earthing switch IEC 62271-102
Disconnecter truck IEC 62271-102
Current transformer IEC 61869-2
Voltage transformer IEC 61869-3
Voltage detecting systems IEC 61243-5
Protection against accidental contact, foreign bodies and IEC 62271-200
water IEC 60529
High-voltage fuse link IEC 60644
IEC 60282

Degrees of protection against accidental contact and foreign objects:

The following table provides information about degrees of protection against accidental contact and foreign
objects:

Degrees of protection against accidental contact and foreign objects according to IEC 62271-200 and IEC 60529
Switchgear enclosure IP4X IPX1*
Inner Compartments IP2X
*Add on option.

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Ambient and Operating Conditions
PIX Easy Floor Rolling with EasyPact EXE is an indoor switchgear and may only be operated under normal
conditions in according with IEC 62271-1.
Operation under conditions deviating from these is only admissible upon consultation with and with the
written approval of the manufacturer.

Ambient conditions in accordance with IEC 62271-1

Temperature class -5°C Indoors
Ambient temperature minimum/maximum in according -5°C/+40°C
with IEC...
Average value over 24 hours ≤35°C
Mean relative air humidity: 24 hours/1 month ≤95%/≤90%
Installation altitude above sea level ≤1000 m

Ratings of the PIX Easy Floor Rolling with EasyPact EXE Series

Rated voltage Ur kV 12 17.5

Rated insulation level
Rated power frequency withstand voltage Ud 50 Hz - 1 min [rms kV] 28 38
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage Up 1.2/50 μs [kV peak] 75 95
Nominal Current and maximum short time withstand current1
Functional unit with circuit breaker
Short time withstand current Ikmax. [kA /3s] 31.5 31.5
800 800
1250 1250
Rated current IrCB [A]
2000 2000
2500 2500
Internal arc withstand (maximum value) AFLR [kA/1s] [31.5] [31.5]
1 For functional units equipped with circuit breakers, the breaking capacity is equal to the short time withstand current
In all cases, the device peak making capacity is equal to 2.5 times the short time withstand current

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For each MV device (VCB and MD) you have at your disposal a User Guide.It describes the operation, use
and maintenance of the corresponding MV device, as well as its storage conditions.

PHA3627800-00 PHA5796600-00
Circuit Breaker Metering Device

EasyPact EXE EasyPact EXE

USER USER
Medium Voltage Vacuum Circuit Breaker (VCB) Medium Voltage Metering Device (MD)
Up to 12 kV - 800 to 2500 A Up to 17.5 kV
for PIX Easy Floor Rolling Switchboard

User Guide User Guide

PHA3627800-00 PHA5796600-00

Figure 17 Figure 18

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Interlocks with Padlock (not included in the scope of delivery)

Padlocks from 4 mm to 8 mm shank can be accommodated.

MV Door Unlocking and Opening

Avoid the unlocking and opening of the MV door with the padlock enabled.

Figure 19

MV Door Racking Slider

Avoid the operation of slider which blocks racking in of withdrawable part.

Figure 20

VCB Trip and Close Push Button

Avoid the operation of Circuit breaker opening and closing manual operation through the Rod in Figure 15.

Figure 21

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To prevent the Earthing switch operation (opening or closing) it is possible to place padlocks into the hole
of the Earthing Switch position selector.

Figure 22

Voltage Transformer Operation

Avoid the racking operation of the Voltage transformer.

Figure 23

Shutter Operating Mechanism in Open / Close Condition

The shutter operating mechanism is located inside the circuit breaker compartment on the left and right
side.

Left side Right side

Figure 24

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Interlocking using Key Locks (option)

Withdrawable Part Keylocking

Depending on the function of the MV device, the racking device can be keylocked:
• In “Disconnected/test” position for the Vacuum Circuit Breaker (Refer to VCB User guide No.
PHA3627800-00).

Figure 25

Earthing Switch Keylocking

The Earthing switch can be keylocked in open position.

Figure 26

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Locking the Racking Device Pushbutton

This function is achieved using a coil which blocks racking-in operation.When the electromagnet is
energized, the red pushbutton can be activated and the racking device can be racked in or out. When the
electromagnet is not energized or the power supply is lost, the red pushbutton cannot be activated and the
racking device cannot be racked-in.The consignment and locking procedures must be defined by operating
company.

Figure 27

Locking the Earthing Switch

The locking of Earthing switch can be made with an electromagnet located inside the MV compartment,
which blocks manual switching operation.
• When the electromagnet is energized, it locks the earthing switch position selector in "open" position.

Figure 28

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Access To The Main Circuit Compartments

Access To The Main Circuit Compartments

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Overview of Access 38
Access to Cable Compartment 39
Access to Voltage Transformer (VT) and fuses 40
Access to Low Voltage 41
Opening and Closing the MV Door 42
Removing and Connecting the LV Plug 43
Accessing Busbars 44
Interlocks 45
Operating Specifications 48
Operating Earthing Switch 50

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Overview of Access

Access to the main circuit compartments of a feeder panel.

4 2

3
1

1 Access to Cable/CT/Earthing switch

2 Access to VT and Fuses
3 Access to Breaker/shutter mechanism/bushing
3 and 4 Access to Busbar
5 Access to Low Voltage

Figure 29

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.

DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION OR ARC FLASH
 Move the racking device in disconnected/ test position before opening the front door.
 In case of upstream VT, presence of voltage in the cables compartment even if the circuit breaker of
the cubicle is racked-out.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

Figure 30
Removing Procedure:
1. Close Earthing switch, it is recommended to padlock in this position.
2. Dismantle by removing screws as indicated, keep in proper place for mounting after completion of
planned activity.
3. Lift the cover.

Mounting Procedure:
To place back into operation, carry out the operations in the reverse order of removal.

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Access to Voltage Transformer (VT) and Fuses

Removing Procedure:
1. Close Earthing switch.
2. Padlock in this position.
3. Insert the operating crank into the hole and turn it anti-clockwise until withdrawed-out.
4. Remove the crank.
5. Dismantle the cover by removing screws, keep in proper place for mounting after completion of planned
activity.
6. Remove the cover.
7. Remove the screws from VT for accessing fuse.

D
C

A - Racking handle B - VT rear cover

C - Cap for VT fuse
D - VT fuse

Figure 31

Mounting Procedure:
To place back into operation, carry out operations in the reverse order of removal (closed earthing switch).

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Opening Procedure:
Put the key and rotate anti-clockwise to open the low voltage door.

Figure 32

Closing Procedure:
To place back into operation, carry out operations in the reverse order of removal (closed earthing switch).

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Opening and Closing the MV Door

Opening Procedure:
1. Withdraw the device to TEST position, refer Circuit Breaker Guide.
2. Close Earthing switch.
3. Rotate the knob 90° anti-clockwise, the lateral levers are unlocked.
4. Swing the handle down by 180°, door is lifted.
5. Open the front door.

3
1 4

1 Lock and unlock knob

2 Lever to unlock the front door
3 The front door can be opened laterally
4 Access for manual unlocking only in case of emergency and breaker is not returning to TEST position

Figure 33

Closing Procedure:
To place back into operation, carry out operations in the reverse order of removal.

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Removing Procedure:
1. Withdraw the device to TEST position, refer circuit breaker guide.
2. Open the MV door.
3. Pull interlocking slide of LV plug (01).
4. Remove the LV Plug (02) from circuit breaker.
5. Store in the parking area (03).

2
1

Figure 34 Figure 35

Connecting Procedure:

To place back into operation, carry out operations in the reverse order of removal.

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Remove Truck and Partition Plate

DANGER
RISK OF FATALITIES DUE TO HIGH VOLTAGE
• Open the Busbar compartment only if the busbar is grounded.
• For more information, refer Circuit breaker and Metering device user guide.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

Accessing Procedure:
1. Withdraw the breaker to TEST position in Upstream switchboard.
2. Close Earthing switch of Upstream, padlock in this position.
3. Withdraw the breaker to TEST position.
4. Close Earthing switch.
5. Open MV door.
6. Disconnect LV Plug and remove the breaker from MV compartment, keep in a safe manner to use after
the planned activity.
7. Remove the screw, remove the partition plate between Breaker and Busbar compartment.
Step Action
1 Open the front door and remove the truck from the panel.
2 Remove partition plate between busbar compartment and circuit breaker compartment (see the
following figures). The busbar compartment is now accessible.

Figure 36

Assembly Procedure:

To put back into operation, carry out the operations in reverse order of accessing.

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Overview
PIX panels have mechanical basic interlocks which help avoid operating errors found. You must be familiar
with these interlocks before operating panels.

Mechanical Interlocks

Interlocks Function of Interlock Method of Operation of Interlock

Between truck and LV plug The truck cannot be actuated unless Operating crank insertion access not
the LV plug is inserted. available.
The LV plug cannot be removed MV door is closed and LV plug is locked.
when the truck is not in
disconnected position.
Between truck and earthing switch The truck cannot be racked in if the The opening in the front door for the truck
earthing switch is ON. crane is locked.
The earthing switch can no longer The slider near the earthing switch
be switched ON if the truck has left operating part is locked. The insertion of
its disconnected position. the earthing switch lever is blocked.
Between the circuit breaker and the Circuit breaker cannot be racked in Operating crank insertion access not
truck or out while it is switched ON available.
Circuit breaker cannot be switched The circuit breaker cannot be switched
ON/OFF unless the truck is ON or OFF.
completely in its disconnected or
service position.
Between truck and cubicle If the truck front frame is not locked The crank cannot be inserted to the truck
in the cubicle, the truck cannot be if both truck handles in the front frame are
actuated. not moved outwards. Operating crank
insertion access not available.
If the truck has left its disconnected Both truck handles in the front frame are
position the truck front frame cannot locked.
be unlocked in the cubicle.
Between the truck and front door The front door can only be opened if The double-bit key cannot be turned.
the truck is in its disconnected Provision available in the front door to
position. open the interlock.
If the front door is opened, the truck The crank cannot be inserted to the truck
cannot be moved into service if the front door is opened.
position. This interlock is standard.
If the front door is not locked by The opening in the front door for the truck
rotating the knob, the truck cannot crank is locked.
be actuated

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Interlocks Function of Interlock Method of Operation of Interlock

Incoming/outgoing cubicle Key lock fixed on the cubicle. Key The key lock prevents the operation of
(mechanical key lock optional) required to switch on earthing earthing switch lever until key is inserted.
Between truck and earthing switch switch. Insertion of earthing switch (Key should be brought from
operating handle is blocked by the upstream/downstream).
key lock.
Incomer cubicle (electrical) The insertion of the earthing switch The solenoid plunger prevents the
Between truck and earthing switch operating handle is blocked using operation of earthing switch lever until it
solenoid if the VDI shows the gets supply from the VDI auxiliary
presence of voltage in incoming contacts and upstream disconnected
side. position contact. Supply to the solenoid is
Also upstream circuit breaker possible when there is no presence of
should be in disconnected position voltage in incoming side.
Both the conditions should be fulfilled.
Outgoing cubicle (electrical) The insertion of the earthing switch The solenoid plunger prevents the
Optional operating handle is blocked using operation of earthing switch lever until it
Between truck and earthing switch solenoid if the VDI shows the gets supply from the VDI auxiliary
presence of voltage in outgoing contacts. Supply to the solenoid is
possible when there is no presence of
voltage in incoming side.

Bus Earthing Switch Interlocks

Interlocks (Bus earthing switch in outgoing feeder - Optional)

Interlocks Function of Interlock Method of Operation of Interlock

Cable earthing switch in outgoing The insertion of the earthing switch Set of keys gets free from all cubicles
cubicles used for bus earthing lever (mounted inside cubicle) is other than the identified outgoing cubicle
(mechanical) key lock free with the use of Master key of when all circuit breakers are in
Between incomer and other key lock. disconnected position.
outgoing cubicle The earthing switch can be The master key is released from the key
No electrical interlock available switched ON when identified junction box by inserting the above set of
outgoing circuit breaker truck is in keys which is used for making the
service position and closed earthing switch lever free.
condition which will earth the bus.

Bus Earthing Switch for Bus PT and Bus Coupler

Interlocks Function of Interlock Method of Operation of Interlock

Bus PT and bus coupler cubicle Key lock fixed on the cubicle Set of keys gets free from all cubicles
(Mechanical) key lock Key required to switch ON earthing when all circuit breakers are in
All feeders of the same bus shall be switch. disconnected position.
in disconnected position Insertion of earth switch operating The master key is released from the key
No electrical interlock available handle is blocked by the key lock junction box by inserting the above set of
keys which is used for switching earthing
switch in bus PT or bus coupler cubicle.
Bus PT and bus coupler cubicle The insertion of the earthing switch The solenoid plunger prevents the
(Electrical) optional lever is blocked using solenoid operation of earthing switch lever until it
All feeders of the same bus shall be unless all circuit breakers of all gets supply when all the circuit breakers
in disconnected position cubicles are completely in its of all the cubicles are completely in its
disconnected position. disconnected position.
Supply to the solenoid is possible when
there is no presence of voltage in bus
side.

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Electromagnetic blocking coils can be used for inter-panel as well as interpanel interlocks:
 The circuit breakers ON and OFF push buttons are blocked.
 Manual actuation of the earthing switch is blocked.

NOTE:
 In case of no supply voltage available, all electrical interlocks are in their locked position.
Action: Re-establish power supply

The purchase contract and the switchgear-specific circuit diagram as regard the design of the interlocking
systematics.

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Overview
The switchgear unit may only be operated by the qualified personnel who have proven experience (training
certificate) for the PIX series and all the relevant safety standards. Also refer to the safety provisions given
in chapter Safety Provisions.

WARNING
RISK OF FAULTY SWITCHING OPERATIONS
• To avoid faulty switching operations, the operating sequences described below must be complied with.
• Each switching operation must be completed.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage.

Check whether the supply voltage is ON.

NOTE:
 While the power supply is not available, blocking coils (locking the interrogation slides and circuit
breaker push button, depending on design), are in locked position. An under-voltage release (optional)
has dropped out.
Action: Re-establish the supply voltage.
 After each switching operation for which you have used a crank or a lever, remove this tool and store it
in the tool board.

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In case of emergency, it may be required sometime to CLOSE the breaker manually even without the
auxiliary power supply (not recommended), this operation can be carried out by putting the operating rod
through MV door.

Figure 37

Figure 38 Figure 39

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Operating Earthing Switch

Closing Operation:
Initial Situation:
Circuit breaker: OFF
Earthing switch: OFF
Truck: Disconnected Position

1. Push Interlock slide (1) downward to allow access for inserting operating crank.
2. Insert operating crank and rotate upward.

2
1

Figure 40 Figure 41

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Initial Situation:
Circuit Breaker: OFF
Earthing switch: ON
Truck: Disconnected position

1. Pull Interlock slide (1) upward to allow access for inserting operating crank.
2. Insert Operating crank and rotate down ward.

Figure 42 Figure 43

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Maintenance
MFR5408600 07/2019

Chapter 5
Maintenance

Maintenance

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Safety Provisions 54
Cleaning 56
Lubrication Instructions 57
Replacement of Components and Cubicles 59

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Safety Provisions

DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTIRC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH
 Maintenance work may only be performed by trained electricians with proven experience with the PIX
Easy Floor Rolling series and the valid safety requirements.
 Before removing covers and before performing assembly or maintenance work, make sure that you
isolate the system from the high voltage and the supply voltage and that you ground it.
 Comply with the five safety rules:
 Isolate from the power supply
 Make sure that unintentional restart (reclosing) is prevented
 Verify zero voltage
 Earth and short-circuit
 Cover or cordon off adjacent live components

Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING
HAZARD OF INJURY DUE TO MOVABLE PARTS IN MECHANICAL DRIVES
Before performing mounting and maintenance work:
 Isolate the system from the supply voltage
 Release the circuit breaker’s energy storing device by OFF-ON-OFF operation
 Switch make-proof earthing switches ON
 Earth and short-circuit
 Do not remove the mechanisms during maintenance work

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage.

WARNING
HAZARD OF INJURY DUE TO SHARP-EDGED SHEET METAL AND METAL PARTS
During installation and maintenance work:
 Comply with the five safety rules:
 Always wear the approved protective clothing in accordance with the valid accident prevention and
work regulations
 Always cover sharp edges

Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious injuries.

Maintenance and Maintenance Specifications

Overview
PIX Easy Floor Rolling series indoor switchgear units have been designed for normal operating conditions
in accordance with IEC 62271-1.
Outside normal conditions of use (between -5 °C and 40 °C, absence of dust, corrosive gas, etc), it is
recommended to examine, with our Schneider Electric services centre, the steps to be taken, in order to
ensure correct functioning of the installation. After 6 to 12 months operations, we recommend you to check
the busbars and MV cable connection tightening. It should be done with a calibrated torque spanner, adjust
to lower torque compare to values indicated in following table:
Screw Torque in Nm
Ø6 13
Ø8 28
Ø10 50
Ø12 75
Ø14 120

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The elastic washers placed on the external sides of the connections and busbars ensure better distribution
of stress induced by the screw torque.
If no problems are detected and if the busbars and cable connections haven’t been modified, it will not
necessary to do again this check.
In case of dismantling, the elastic washers must be change and replace by new ones supplied by
Schneider Electric.
Our service center is at your disposal at any time:
• to undergo an installation diagnostic,
• to offer you, if need be, suitable maintenance operations,
• to offer you maintenance contracts,
• to offer you adaptations.
For the other MV device maintenance, please refer to the device's User Guide.

Inspection

NOTICE
HAZARD OF DEVICE DAMAGE
 In case of frequent condensation or air pollution (dust, smoke or corrosive gases), the maintenance
intervals must be adapted to the actual conditions.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage.

It is recommended to check the cubicles visually at regular intervals depending on the strain they are
subject to during operation and in accordance with the national regulations.
A visual inspection includes a complete check of the cubicles by certified staff for contamination,
condensation and damage.

Maintenance
If there are signs of contamination or condensation, the cubicles must be cleaned in expert fashion (refer
Cleaning (see page 56) and Avoid condensation (see page 56) and subsequently the drives, interlocks
and position indicators checked for proper functioning.

Repair
If damage is detected on the cubicles, these must be repaired or components be replaced immediately
(Refer to Replacement of components and cubicles (see page 59).
In case of ambiguities or irregularities, please contact the manufacturer’s Service Center immediately.

Maintenance Interval Work to be carried out Qualification/work performed by

4 years  Clean and grease drives and movable main Staff who have been certified for this
current contacts (Refer Lubrication instructions work
(see page 57).
 Check releases and blocking coils for proper
function.
After 1000 actuations of Revision of the switching device in question Service center manufacturer
the truck or the earthing
switch
Racking Device Refer to the applicable instruction manual for the racking device concerned.

Circuit breaker PHA3627800-00

EasyPact EXE

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Cleaning

To ensure the specified insulating level, the insulating components must be clean. On principle, cleanliness
deserves utmost attention.
When deposited dirt is detected, the cubicles must be cleaned in an expert manner.
When cleaning, make sure that the lubrication in the drive mechanism is not removed. If the drive
mechanisms are no longer sufficiently lubricated, new lubrication must be applied.
Use a dry cleaning cloth to remove slight soiling:
Clean using a dry, lint-free cloth. Depending on the degree of soiling, replace cloth as often as necessary.
Use cleaning agent for severe soiling
Use only cleaning agent specified by Schneider Electric (see topic Lubrication instruction). The use of other
cleaning agent is not admissible.
 Wear protective gloves.
 Use cleaning agent according to manufacturer’s instructions.
 Soak the cloth thoroughly and wipe the insulating components. Keep duration of exposure as short
as possible.
 Expose the cleaned surface to the air for at least two hours.

Avoiding Condensation
To ensure the specified insulating level, the switchboards, especially their insulating components, must not
be exposed to condensation.
Measures to take in case of condensation:

If condensation is detected in or on the cubicles, clean the cubicles.

 Installation or inspection of panel heating: It must provide a sufficient heating performance to prevent
condensation on the panels.
 Condensation can also be avoided by providing suitable ventilation and heating of the station or by using
de-humidification devices.

Corrosion Protection

Drive mechanisms and covers have a long-term protection against corrosion.

To avoid corrosion, repair immediately any damage to the paint, scratches, and other damage.

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Lubrication Instructions

NOTICE
HAZARD OF DEVICE DAMAGE
 The bearings and joints must not be washed out by the cleaning agent.
 The following elements must not be lubricated:
• Motor
• Ball bearings
• Auxiliary releases
• Push switches
• Blocking coils
• Auxiliary switches
 Only approved lubricants may be used.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage.

Lubrication points (also see Lubricants (refer to Lubrication procedure

figure 44) appendix)

Sliding contact surfaces Synthetic lubricant Apply a thin and uniform film of lubricant
All accessible friction points and Synthetic lubricant Clean lubrication points with lint-free cotton cloth.
sliding surfaces Apply a thin film of lubricant (using a paint brush)
Bearings and joints Liquid lubricant Pour drops of liquid lubricant (oil can, drip feed
lubricator) into the bearing gap. Liquid lubricant gets
between the bearing surfaces due to the capillary
effect. I case of inaccessible lubricating points, use an
extension tube or spray.

After the maintenance work is complete:

 Remove all the tools and auxiliary equipment used.
 Reinsert truck into the panel. For details, refer to Inserting the Truck into the Panel.
 Reposition covers, close doors, and check switching functions.

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6
4

7
5
1

8
2

Figure 44
1 Fixed contacts for the trucks
2 Earthing switch drive
3 Earthing switch contacts
4 Withdrawable voltage transformers (optional)
5 Tracks for the truck
6 Shutter mechanism
7 Truck (lubricate in accordance with lubricating instructions in the appropriate operating manual)
8 Trolley

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Replacement of Components and Cubicles

Drive mechanisms, current transformers, voltage transformers, testing and monitoring systems and
complete switchgear cubicles can be replaced as required.
For any queries regarding "Replacement of components or cubicles", contact the manufacturer's service
centre.
For correct processing of your enquiry, the following data of the nameplate of the cubicle in question are
required
 Type designation
 Serial number
 Year of construction

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Abbreviated title of Chapter
MFR5408600 07/2019

Appendix
Auxiliary Products and Required Tools

Auxiliary Products and Required Tools

What Is in This Chapter?

This chapter contains the following topics:
Topic Page
Auxiliary Products 62
Specifications for Screw Connections 63
Required Tools 64

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Auxiliary Products

The Auxiliary products are available from the manufacturer. The use of alternative auxiliary products is not
permissible.

Auxiliary products Reference number

Cleaning agent S 008 152
Synthetic lubricant, 0.5 kg can ST 312-111-835
Liquid lubricant FL, 0.5 kg can S008153
Touch up pen RAL 9003, signal white, 50 ml ST0430 and ST0431
Touch up pen, special paint (specify color shade) S 009 562

Treating Contact Surfaces

Be careful when handling bars insulated by heat-shrinkable sleeves. The heat-shrinkable sleeves must not
get into contact with lubricant (swelling).
Contact areas coated with synthetic lubricant should not be touched if possible.

To treat the contact surfaces:

 Contact areas must be subjected to preliminary treatment before screw fastening.
 Immediately after the pre-treatment, coat the contact surfaces sparingly with a thin and uniform film of
synthetic lubricant. This helps to make sure that the space between the contact surfaces is filled after
the screws are fastened.

Material of contact surfaces Pre-treatment

Silver plated Clean(1)
Nickel plated Remove passivation layer(4)
Copper or copper alloy Clean(1), expose metallic surface(2)
Aluminum Clean(1), expose metallic surface(2)
Steel Clean(1), expose metallic surface(2)
Zinc plated steel Remove passivation, not, however, the zinc layer(3)
Hot galvanized sheet metal Clean(1), passivation do not need to be removed
(1) Clean using lint-free cloth, use cleaning agent in case of serious contamination.
(2) Expose metallic surface:
 By treating the entire surface with emery cloth or a rotating grinding tool (grain size 100 or 80) or
 Using a wire brush which is clearly marked for use exclusively for aluminum or exclusively for copper

(3) using a brass brush, steel brush

(4) Rub slightly by hand using scotchbrite abrasive agent (Nickel layer must not be reduced)

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Specifications for Screw Connections

 The thread of screws and bolts must not be pretreated.

 Maximum tolerance for the effective tightening torques: ±15%.
 The nut must correspond in strength to the grade of the screw/bolt used or be of better quality.

General Screw Connections

Grade or material
Screw or bolt Plastics ≥8.8 ≤10.9 Self-locking screw ≤8.8
Thread ϕ Tightening torques (Nm)
M4 0.25 2.6 -
M5 0.5 5.0 7.0
M6 0.8 8.8 12.3
M8 1.8 21.0 30.0
M10 3.5 42.0 59.0
M12 6.0 70.0 97
M 16 12 170 -

Screw Fastening for Power Transmission

Screws and bolts: Grade ≥8.8

Conductor material: copper

Thread ϕ Tightening torques (Nm)
M6 6.5
M8 17
M10 35
M12 68
M 16 135
M20 200

Screw Connection for Terminal Strips

Thread ϕ Tightening torques (Nm)

M2.5, 2.6 0.5
M3 0.7
M3.5 1.0
M4 1.5
M5 2.5

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Required Tools

The following are the required tools not included in the scope of supplies:
 Cutter
 Nail puller
 Approved torque wrenches with different bits for hexagon socket screws and socket head screws and
nuts; bits for screw and nut grades M5, M6, M8, M10, M12, M16, M20
 Screw driver and Philips screwdriver
 Cutting pliers
 Four crane straps/chains of L≥2000 mm each, capacity ≥1500 kg
 Lint-free, clean rags

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