Contents
Description Page
1. Introduction ...........................2
2. Description ...........................2
3. Operation .............................7
4. Maintenance .........................18
5. Utility approvals .......................18
Appendix A ..........................19
Appendix B ..........................21
Appendix C ..........................27
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Ground & Test Device (SEG&TD) lower
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Ground & Test Device (SEG&TD) lower
terminal instruction booklet
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CAUTION
BECAUSE OF THE UNIQUE APPLICATION AND VAST VARIETY OF SYSTEM/
USER REQUIREMENTS, SPECIFIC SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURES FOR THE
USE OF THIS DEVICE MUST BE DEVELOPED BY THE USER.
1. Introduction
38 kV Type VCPW-HD Simple Electrical Ground & Test Device
(SEG&TD) assemblies are designed with all the bus work completely
insulated for safety.
Since the current carrying parts are not readily accessible, the type
38 kV SEG&TD is designed for insertion into the switchgear com-
partment to gain access to the primary stationary contacts. It pro-
vides a convenient means to:
•
Ground the circuit for maintenance work and
•
Apply potential for cable testing.
2. Description
The 38 kV SEG&TD (see Figure 1) is a draw-out element that can be
inserted into a switchgear compartment in the same manner as a
VCPW-HD circuit breaker. This device is equipped with a set of three
upper terminals (stabs) (see Figure 2).
Figure 1. 38 kV SEG&TD (front view).
Figure 2. 38 kV SEG&TD (rear view – Power grounding 38kV
SEG&TD operation configuration). Follow steps 2.1 - 3.4
Figure 3. 38 kV SEG&TD (rear view – Test probes & testing
feeder configuration). Follow steps 3.5 – 3.9
This device has longer depth than the standard VCPW-HD breaker.
The stored energy closing mechanism for the power grounding
breaker is the same as used in type VCPW-HD breakers. It is
capable of applying the ground against a “Live” circuit if operational
errors have not cleared the circuit. However, in such a case, the
relaying at the source of power is expected to cause the source
interrupter to clear the circuit.
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2.1 Power grounding 38kV SEG&TD operation
2.1.1 Closing
The power grounding 38kV SEG&TD is closed by the remote operat-
ing station at the end of a 50 ft (15.24 m) long cable (supplied with
the device) upon depressing the “CLOSE” button (see Figure 4).
Figure 4. Push-buttons on the Remote Operating Control.
1. The closing springs start to charge.
2. After the springs are fully charged, they automatically discharge
to close the grounding breaker contacts.
Once the 38kV SEG&TD is closed, it can be locked in the “Closed”
position by removing the cable from the receptacle on the device
and rotating key KB and removing key KD from Lock #4 (see
Figure 5).
Figure 5. Key KD removed from Lock #4.
ote:N The device can also be locked in the “Closed” position by the mechani-
cal lift lock. Please see Section 2.3.3 for details.
2.1.2 Opening
The power grounding 38kV SEG&TD can be “Opened” by manually
depressing the red “Push to Open” button (shown in figure 7) or
using the Remote “Open” Button (shown in Figure 4).
•
To manually activate the red “Push to Open” button (shown in
Figure 7):
• Insert key KD into the bottom cylinder of Lock #4 and rotate it
in the cylinder then remove key KB (Figure 6). Turn the selec-
tor switch to the “Open” position (see Figure 7). The “Push to
Open” button is now functional.
Figure 6. Key KD inserted and key KB removed from Lock #4.
Figure 7. Selector Switch in the “Open” position.
•
To electrically activate the Remote Operating Control “Open” but-
ton (shown in Figure 4), by installing remote cable (see Figure 4):
• Insert key KD into the bottom cylinder of Lock #4 and rotate it
in the cylinder then remove key KB (Figure 6). Turn the selec-
tor switch to the “Open” position (see Figure 7). The Remote
Operating Control “Open” button (shown in Figure 4) is now
functional to electrically operate.
ote:N For safety reasons, the breaker is prevented from opening in less than
20 seconds after closing.
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2.2 38 kV SEG&TD interlocks and safety features
The 38 kV SEG&TD is designed to provide as many interlocks and
safety features as practical for the personnel performing any of the
operations described herein.
The device cannot be levered into or out of the “Connected” posi-
tion unless the grounding 38kV SEG&TD is “Open”.
•
An indicator on the front panel shows the status of the
grounding 38kV SEG&TD contacts, “Open- Ungrounded” or
“Closed-Grounded”.
•
The power to operate the grounding 38kV SEG&TD in this
device is obtained through the secondary disconnect in the
switchgear compartment.
•
The grounding breaker cannot be opened electrically in less
than 20 seconds after closing. This feature permits the source
interrupter to clear a fault if the grounding 38kV SEG&TD is
inadvertently closed on an energized circuit.
•
The control switch cable is connected to the device with a
twist lock connector.
WARNING
IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE.
2.3 Interlocks - basic elements description
There are five interlocks located on the front of the 38 kV SEG&TD.
They are labeled as Lock #1 through Lock #5. The labels also identify
the key(s) to be used in the locks as KB, KC, KD, and KU. Locks #1,
#2, and #4 are two cylinder locks while locks #3 and #5 are single
cylin¬der locks (see Figure 8 and Table 1 for details).
Figure 8. Interlock locations on the front of the 38 kV SEG&TD.
Lock #1
Lock #2
Lock #3
Lock #4
Lock #5
Mechanical lift lock
Table 1. 38 kV SEG&TD interlock details.
Lock # of cylinders Key(s) required
Lock #1 2 KB KU
Lock #2 2 KB KC
Lock #3 1 KC -
Lock #4 2 KB KD
Lock #5 1 KD -
There is also a mechanical lift lock that, when locked, prevents the
operation of the “Push to Open” and “Push to Close” buttons.
2.3.1 Single cylinder locks
Single cylinder locks are used in two positions on the 38 kV
SEG&TD: Locks #3 and #5. Single cylinder locks have two positions:
locked (see Figure 10) or unlocked (see Figure 9).
Figure 9. Typical single cylinder lock (38 kV SEG&TD Lock #5
shown).
In a single cylinder lock, when the key is inserted into the lock and
turned to the “locked” position, the associated 38 kV SEG&TD func-
tion will be inoperable and the key can be removed. When the key
is in the lock and turned to the “unlocked” position, the associated
38 kV SEG&TD function will be operable and the key is captive in
the lock.
Figure 10. Typical single cylinder lock in the “Locked” position
with the key ready for removal.
2.3.2 Two cylinder locks
Two cylinder locks are used in three positions on the 38 kV SEG&TD:
Locks #1, #2, and #4. Two cylinder locks have four positions (two for
each key): key 1 locked (see Figure 11) or unlocked and key 2 locked
or unlocked (see Figure 12).
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Figure 11. Typical two cylinder lock (38 kV SEG&TD Lock #1
shown with one key in the “Locked” position).
In a two cylinder lock, one key must be inserted and turned to
the “locked” position to enable the other key to be turned to the
“unlocked“ position. The key that is in the “locked” position can be
removed from the lock as shown in (Figure 12). When one cylinder is
in the “Locked” position with the key removed, the key in the
second cylinder cannot be turned or removed from the cylinder.
Figure 12. Typical two cylinder lock with one key in the
“Locked” position and one key in the “Unlocked” position with
the key ready for removal (38 kV SEG&TD Lock #4 shown).
2.3.3 Mechanical lift lock
The mechanical lift lock prevents the operation of the “Push to
Open” and “Push to Close” buttons. To activate the lift lock, slide the
left lock plate up until the hole in the plate aligns with the hole in the
right lock plate as shown in (Figure 13). Install a customer-supplied
pad lock through the holes in the left and right lock plates to lock the
plates together.
Figure 13. Activating the mechanical lift lock.
2.4 38 kV SEG&TD interlock functions
There are five interlocks located on the front of the 38 kV SEG&TD
(see Figure 14).
Figure 14. Location of the five interlocks and features on the
front of the 38 kV SEG&TD.
2.4.1 Lock #1 (keys KU and KB)
The Lock #1 interlock is a two cylinder transfer lock associated with
a switch that is used to electrically enable or disable the electrically
operated (E.O.) 38 kV SEG&TD. The switch is electrically disabled
when key KU is inserted, turned, and retained in the “Unlocked”
position. The switch is electrically enabled when key KB is inserted,
turned, and retained (see Figure 15).
Lock #1
Lock #2
Lock #3
Lock #4
Lock #5
Manual
charging slot
Open timer
adjustment
Charging
spring status
indicator
Female 3 pin
receptacle
Selector
switch
Shoot
bolts
Operations
counter
SEG&TD
status
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Figure 15. Electrically disabled with key KU retained. Electrically
enabled with key KB retained.
2.4.2 Lock #2 (keys KB and KC)
The Lock #2 interlock is a two cylinder lock used to mechanically lock
the 38 kV SEG&TD in the “Open” position. The device is locked in
the “Open” position when key KB is in the “Unlocked” position and
key KC has been rotated to the “Locked” position and removed from
the lock (see Figure 16).
Figure 16. Lock #2 locks the SEG&TD in the “Open” position
with key KB retained.
2.4.3 Lock #3 (key KC)
The Lock #3 interlock is a single cylinder lock that, when locked, pre-
vents the 38 kV SEG&TD from insertion into, or removal from, the
switchgear compartment.
In this design, the Lock #3 in the locked position (lock pin extended)
blocks the 38 kV SEG&TD slide handles from being moved to allow
insertion into or removal from the SEG&TD (see Figure 17). Key KC
is removable from Lock #3 when the lock bolt is extended.
Figure 17. Lock #3 with the locking pin extended and the slide
handles locked in position.
ote:N Key KC normally resides in Lock #2 when not being used in Lock #3.
2.4.4 Lock #4 (keys KB and KD)
The Lock #4 interlock is a two cylinder lock used to mechanically lock
the 38 kV SEG&TD in the ”Closed-Grounded” position.
In this design, the Lock #4 interlock is a two cylinder lock used with
the “Closed Locking Device” to prevent the 38 kV SEG&TD from
being opened. When the SEG&TD is in the “Open-Ungrounded”
position, the “Closed Locking Device” is disabled. Key KD is
retained when the lock pin is retracted. When the SEG&TD is
“Closed-Grounded”, the “Closed Locking Device” is free to move
to the right. The lock bolt can now be extended and the “Closed
Locking Device” will be held in the secured “Closed-Grounded” posi-
tion. Key KD is now removable from Lock #4 (see Figure 18).
Figure 18. Lock #4 locks the SEG&TD in the “Closed-Grounded”
position with key KB retained.
In this secured position, the “Closed Locking Device” has blocked
the ability to depress the red manual “Push to Open” button (refer-
ence location Figure 22). Also, in this secured position, the Selector
switch electrically disables the Remote Operating Control “Open”
function; and a mechanical interlock holds the main contacts in the
closed position even if the mechanism is tripped. A padlock hasp
is provided for securing the “CLOSED-Grounded” position with a
customer-supplied padlock for purpose of “Lockout Tag Out” (see
Figure 19).
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Figure 19. Selector switch and the padlock provisions.
2.4.5 Lock #5 (key KD)
The Lock #5 interlock is a single cylinder lock used to open and lock
the test port shutters. When rotated, key KD moves the lock pin into
the locked and unlocked positions. Key KD is normally in Lock #4
and is available for use in Lock #5 only when the 38 kV SEG&TD is
locked “Closed-Grounded”.
Key KD is removable from Lock #5 in two extended bolt positions.
One position is when the Test Port shutters are closed (see Figure
20). The second position is when the Test Probes are inserted in the
Test Ports and they are being retained by the “detent” position of
the shutter (see Figures 21 & 49).
Figure 20. Test port shutters in the closed position.
Figure 21. Test port shutters retaining the test probes.
3 Operation (Lower SEG&TD)
3.1 Safe practices
WARNING
THE 38 KV SEG&TD IS A SAFETY-RELATED DEVICE. IT MUST BE
RECOGNIZED THAT IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS
PERSONAL INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. THAT IS WHY IT IS
IMPORTANT THAT THE USER DEVELOP SPECIFIC AND SAFE OPERATING
PROCEDURES FOR ITS USE.
The following general safe practices are recommended.
1. The 38 kV SEG&TD cannot be stored in a switchgear compart-
ment. It can only be stored in its storage compartment.
CAUTION
DO NOT STORE THE 38 KV SEG&TD IN THE SWITCHGEAR COMPARTMENT.
2. Store the 38 kV SEG&TD in a clean, dry area free from dust,
dirt, moisture, etc.
3. Keep all insulating surfaces, which include primary support insu-
lation and insulation barriers, clean and dry.
4. Check all primary circuit connections to make certain that they
are clean and tight.
5. Permit only authorized trained personnel to use this device.
6. Take extreme care while using this device to avoid contacting
“Live” or “Hot” (energized) terminals.
7. Do not remove the 38 kV SEG&TD front panel while using this
device.
8. Always “Close” the grounding 38 kV SEG&TD electrically from
the farthest distance with the remote control switch.
9. Check for dielectric vacuum integrity at 60 kV AC across the ter-
minals to ground with the grounding 38 kV SEG&TD “Open”.
3.2 Operating the 38 kV SEG&TD using the five interlocks
3.2.1 Initial 38 kV SEG&TD condition and interlock positions
When delivered, the following should be true of the 38 kV SEG&TD
(Refer to Table 2).
ote:N If any of these initial conditions and/or interlock positions is incorrect,
contact your Eaton Representative.
1. The 38 kV SEG&TD is in the “Open” position (showing 38 kV
SEG&TD open indicator as shown in Figure 22).
2. The Selector switch is set to “Off”.
Figure 22. “Open” indicator and the selector switch in the “Off”
position.
Breaker open
indicator
Selector switch in the
“Off” position
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3. Lock #1: No key “KU” is present and key “KB” is held captive
(see Figure 23).
ote:N Initially, key “KU” is delivered locked in a Utility lockbox.
Figure 23. Key KB in Lock #1 without key KU.
4. Lock #2: No key “KB” is present and key “KC” is held captive
(see Figure 24).
Figure 24. Key KC in Lock #2 without key KB.
5. Lock #3: No key “KC” is present and the lock pin is extended
locking the slide handles in the extended position so the 38 kV
SEG&TD cannot be inserted or removed from the switchgear
compartment (see Figure 25).
Figure 25. No key in Lock #3 and lock pin extended to lock the
slide handles.
6. Lock #4: No key “KB”’ is present and key “KD” is held captive
(see Figure 26).
Figure 26. Key KD in Lock #4 without key KB.
7. Lock #5: No key “KD” is present and the lock pin is extended
locking the Test Port Shutter in the “Closed” position (see
Figure 27).
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Figure 27. No key in Lock #5 but lock pin extended to lock the
test port shutter.
Table 2. Initial condition – summary key locations and
conditions.
Key Location Condition
Key KB Lock #1 – top Captive
Key KC Lock #2 – bottom Captive
Key KD Lock #4 – bottom Captive
Key KU Out of 38 kV SEG&TD and
in utility lockbox
Free
3.3 Grounding the incoming feeder
To ground the incoming feeder, proceed with the steps that follow.
ote:N The steps that follow assume that the interlock conditions and key
positions are as detailed in Section 3.2.1.
1. Obtain key “KU” from the Utility lockbox.
2. Insert key “KU” into the bottom cylinder of Lock #1. Rotate key
“KU” to release key “KB” and to move the associated switch to
electrically disable the 38 kV SEG&TD (see Figure 28).
Figure 28. Key “KB” in top cylinder and key “KU” in bottom
cylinder of Lock #1.
3. Move key “KB” to Lock #2 and insert it into the top cylinder.
Rotate existing key “KC” in the bottom cylinder of Lock #2 to
lock key “KB” and release key “KC”. This action mechanically
locks the SEG&TD in the “Open” condition (see Figure 29).
Figure 29. Key “KB” in top cylinder and key “KC” in bottom
cylinder of Lock #2.
4. Move key “KC” to Lock #3 and insert it into the cylinder.
Rotate key “KC” to retract the locking pin to release the slide
handles to allow the 38 kV SEG&TD to be inserted into the
breaker cell (see Figures 29 and 30).
Figure 30. No key in Lock #3 but lock pin extended.
Lock pin
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Figure 31. Key “KC” in Lock #3 with the lock pin retracted.
5. Align the 38 kV SEG&TD with the breaker cell to be tested.
Move and hold the slide handles towards the center of the 38
kV SEG&TD then insert the SEG&TD into the breaker cell to
be tested (see Figure 32). For “Quick Installation Guide” see
Figures 33-35. For detailed “Step-by-Step Installation Guide”
see Appendix B.
ote:N It may prove beneficial to have an assistant or use the 38kV VCP-HD
Cradle Assist Kit (style No. 71C2570G01) to help with inserting the 38 kV
SEG&TD into the breaker cell due to the weight of the device and the location
of the slide handles.
Figure 32. Positioning the slide handles for insertion or removal
from the breaker cell.
Figure 33. VCPW-HD Racking Screw rotational position when
fully in CONNECT & TEST positions.
Figure 34. VCPW-HD Cell slots for Breake Shoot Bolt Pin inser-
tion for DISCONNECT and TEST position.
6. Once fully inserted into the breaker cell (Test Position Slot –
Figure 34), release the slide handles and rotate key “KC” to the
“Locked” position. This will extend the locking pin for Lock #3
to lock the slide handles and the SEG&TD within the breaker
cell. At this point, key “KC” remains in Lock #3 until the 38kV
SEG&TD “Racking” operation is complete.
ote:N When inserting the 38 kV SEG&TD there are two available positions
(shown in Figure 34): “Disconnect” or “Test”. If in the “Disconnect” posi-
tion as shown in (Figure 35), the 38kV SEG&TD cannot be racked in. Follow
instructions in the description under (Figures 35) and reference (Figure 34)
showing the “TEST” position slot that will permit the 38kV SEG&TD to be
racked in.
Figure 35. VCPW-HD Shoot Bolt Handles must be pulled and
held inward when inserting breaker into the DISCONNECT and
TEST positions. Be sure the handles return to the outward posi-
tion when the breaker is placed in the TEST position or breaker
will not be able to be racked in. Breaker cannot be racked when
in the DISCONNECT position.
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7. Using the racking crank provided, engage the end of the raking
crank with the racking mechanism of the 38 kV SEG&TD (see
Figure 36). Turn the raking crank clock-wise until the SEG&TD
is fully racked into the breaker cell. (Refer to Figure 33 and or
Appendix B for detailed “Step-by-Step Installation Guide”.)
Figure 36. Engagement of the racking crank with the racking
mechanism.
ote:N The selector switch handle may appear slightly different (“T” or “L”
shape) however; both operate the same way.
8. Visually check to make sure the 38 kV SEG&TD is open and
racked into the connected position (see Figure 37).
Figure 37. Visually check that the 38 kV SEG&TD is “Open” and
“Connected”.
9. Once the 38 kV SEG&TD is fully racked into the connected
position, place key “KC” into Lock #2 and rotate key “KC” to
mechanically unlock the SEG&TD from being closed and to
release key “KB”.
10. Place key “KB” into Lock #1 and rotate it to electrically enable
the 38 kV SEG&TD. This will release Key “KU” and place in
Utility Lock box.
11. Make sure selector switch is in the “OFF” position (see Figure
38). Now rotate Key “KU” to release and store in Utility Box.
Figure 38. Selector switch in the “Off” position.
12. Plug in the remote operator to the receptacle in the front of the
38 kV SEG&TD (see Figure 39).
Figure 39. Remote operator connected to the remote operator
receptacle.
ote:N The selector switch handle may appear slightly different (“T” or “L”
shape) however; both operate the same way.
13. Rotate the selector switch to the “Close” position (See
Figure 40).
Remote operator
receptacle
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Figure 40. Remote operator plugged into its receptacle and the
selector switch in the “Close” position.
14. On the remote operator, depress “Close” button momentarily.
The 38 kV SEG&TD will charge and close automatically (see
Figure 41). Note that the device has self-sealing capability and
does not require a "Close" button to be depressed until 38 kV
SEG&TD is closed. (The incoming feeder is grounded.)
Figure 41. Depressing the "Close" button momentarily on the
remote operator.
15. Insert key “KU” into Lock #1 and rotate to release key “KB”.
This electrically disables the 38 kV SEG&TD (see Figure 42).
16. Insert key “KB” into Lock #4 and rotate key “KD” to release
and store in Utility Box. This mechanically locks the
38 kV SEG&TD in the “Close” condition. (38kV SEG&T device
cannot be opened (see Figure 42).
Notice: At this point the 38kV SEG&TD has “Grounded the
Incoming Feeder”.
Key
outside
SEOG&TD
Key captured in - at end of 3.3 Step 16
Selector
switch
KK # 1 KK # 2 KK # 3 KK # 4 KK # 5
KD KU KC No key KB No key CLOSE
Figure 42. Key “KU” in Lock #1 and key “KB” in Lock #1.
3.4 Un-grounding the incoming feeder
Key
outside
SEOG&TD
Key captured in- at end of 3/3 Ste[ 16
Selector
switch
KK # 1 KK # 2 KK # 3 KK # 4 KK # 5
KD KU KC No key KB No key CLOSE
1. Selector Switch is in the “OFF” position. Keys should be in the
positions from Step 3.3.16.
2. Obtain key “KD” from the Utility lockbox.
3. Insert key “KD” into Lock #4. Release key “KB” and place into
Lock #1. This electrically enables the 38 kV SEG&TD.
4. Release key “KU” and place into Utility Box.
5. Make sure the selector switch is in the “Off”’ position (see
Figure 38).
ote:N The selector switch handle may appear slightly different (“T” or “L”
shape) however; both operate the same way.
Key
outside
SEOG&TD
Key captured in
Selector
switch
KK # 1 KK # 2 KK # 3 KK # 4 KK # 5
KU KB KC No key KD No key OFF
6. Insert the remote operator connector into the receptacle in the
front of the 38 kV SEG&TD (Figure 39).
7. Rotate the selector switch to the “Open”’ position (Figure 7).
8. On the remote operator, momentarily depress the “Open” but-
ton (Figure 54). The 38 kV SEG&TD will open.
Key
outside
SEOG&TD
Key captured in
Selector
switch
KK # 1 KK # 2 KK # 3 KK # 4 KK # 5
KU KB KC No key KD No key OPEN
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3.4.1 Removing or Rack out the 38kV SEG&TD to the TEST
position
1. Rotate the selector switch to the “OFF” position. Remove the
remote operator from the receptacle.
Key
outside
SEOG&TD
Key captured in
Selector
switch
KK # 1 KK # 2 KK # 3 KK # 4 KK # 5
KU KB KC No key KD No key OFF
2. Using the racking crank provided, engage the end of the raking
crank with the racking mechanism of the 38 kV SEG&TD (see
Figure 36). Turn the raking crank counter clock-wise until the
SEG&TD is fully racked out to the "TEST" position.
3. Visually check to make sure the 38 kV SEG&TD is open and
racked to the "TEST" position.
3.4.2 Removing SEG&TD from Breaker Cell
Key
outside
SEOG&TD
Key captured in
Selector
switch
KK # 1 KK # 2 KK # 3 KK # 4 KK # 5
KU KB KC No key KD No key OFF
1. Rotate the 38 kV SEG&TD selector switch to the open position.
(Figure 37)
2. Remove key “KU” from the Utility lockbox and insert it into
Lock #1. (Figure 28)
3. Rotate key ‘KU’ in Lock #1 and remove key “KB”. This
electri¬cally disables the 38 kV SEG&TD. (Figure 15 Disabled)
4. Insert key “KB” into Lock #2 and rotate then remove key “KC”’.
(Figure 16) and place into Lock #3. Turn Key KC to unlock the
slide handles.
Key
outside
SEOG&TD
Key captured in
Selector
switch
KK # 1 KK # 2 KK # 3 KK # 4 KK # 5
-- KU KB KC KD No key OFF
5. Now pull the slide handles inward as shown in (Figure 35) ,
withdraw the 38 kV SEG&TD past the disconnected position
(see Figure 35) and remove 38kV SEG&TD completely from the
breaker cell.
ote:N It may prove beneficial to have an assistant or use the
38kV VCP-HD Cradle Assist Kit (style No. 71C2570G01) to help with
inserting the 38 kV SEG&TD into the breaker cell due to the weight of
the device and the location of the slide handles.
6. Rotate key “KC” in Lock #3 locking the slide handles and
remove it.
7. Insert key “KC” into Lock #2 and rotate it to release key “KB”.
8. Insert key “KB” into Lock #1 then rotate and remove key “KU”.
9. Return key “KU” to the Utility lockbox.
Key
outside
SEOG&TD
Key captured in
Selector
switch
KK # 1 KK # 2 KK # 3 KK # 4 KK # 5
KU KB KC No Key KD No key OFF
10. Store the 38 kV SEG&TD in an environment that meets specifi-
cations.
ote:N The 38 kV SEG&TD should be in the open position with the test port
shutters locked closed and keys held captive as detailed in Table 2.
3.5 Converting 38kV –HD SEG&TD Assembly
•
Refer to Appendix – C: for instructions on converting the
38kV-HD SEG&TD from:
(Power grounding configuration 1) to
(Test Probes & Testing Feeder configuration – Figure 2).
• Remove the grounding shunt assembly.
• Install Nylon insulator along with the conductor gasket on the
pole units.
ote:N it is the customers responsibility to obtain and secure all compo-
nents and hardware supplied by Eaton during and after the conversion
for future reverse conversion.
(Test Probes & Testing Feeder configuration – Figure 2) to
(Power grounding configuration – Figure 1)
• Remove Nylon insulator along with the conductor gasket on the
pole units.
• Install the grounding shunt assembly.
3.6 Test probes and testing the feeders
3.6.1 Preparing the test probes and cables.
The test probes should be connected via supplied cables with the
probes using the procedure that follows:
1. Each test probe (692C899H02 – supplied with 38kV SEG&TD)
has a 33 inch long cable that permits the cable ends extend out
past the cell front door. (Figure 43, shows 33 inch long cable).
Additional cable length connection can be made to each probe
assembly supplied, if needed. To extend; strip not more than (1
inch) from the end of each test probe cable. Then splice desired
cable extension length required by customer.
2. A wire lug (wire gage size: 1/0) can be used to connect to the
end of the extension cable by stripping not more than (1 inch)
and further voltage probing/sensing apparatus.
Figure 43. Entire test probe (692C899).
3. Additional (boot or appropriate insulating material) to securely
cover the above option instructions (extension -1 and or lug -2),
must be used to pass the dielectric test.
ote:N Customer to use appropriate Insulation for application voltage.
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3.6.2 Inserting the test probes and testing the feeder
IMPORTANT
BEFORE THE PROCESS OF INSERTING THE TEST PROBES AND TESTING
THE FEEDER CAN BEGIN, THE INCOMING FEEDER MUST BE GROUNDED.
THIS IS ACHIEVED BY COMPLETING STEPS 1 THROUGH 16 IN SECTION 3.3 -
“GROUNDING THE INCOMING FEEDER”.
3.6.2.1 Complete steps 1 through 16 in Section 3.3
“Grounding the Incoming feeder”. Make sure the locations of the
keys are as follows:
Key
outside
SEOG&TD
Key captured in
Selector
switch
KK # 1 KK # 2 KK # 3 KK # 4 KK # 5
KD KU KC No key KB No key CLOSE
3.6.2.2 Open the SEG&TD
Key
outside
SEOG&TD
Key captured in
Selector
switch
KK # 1 KK # 2 KK # 3 KK # 4 KK # 5
KU KB KC No key KD No key OPEN
1. Change selector switch to “OPEN” position.
2. Insert key “KD” into Lock # 4 and release key “KB”.
3. Insert key “KB” into Lock # 1 and release key “KU”. This will
allow the breaker to be open.
4. Plug in the remote operator to the receptacle in the front of the
38 kV SEG&TD.
5. On the remote operator, depress “OPEN” button until the unit
is opened.
Figure 44. Preparing to remove key “KD” from Lock #4.
3.6.2.3 Rack out the SEG&TD from the cell
Key
outside
SEOG&TD
Key captured in
Selector
switch
KK # 1 KK # 2 KK # 3 KK # 4 KK # 5
-- KU KB KC KD No key OFF
1. Change selector switch to “OFF”. Remove the remote operator
from the receptacle.
2. Using the racking crank provided, engage the end of the raking
crank with the racking mechanism of the 38 kV SEG&TD (see
Figure 32). Turn the raking crank counter clock-wise until the
SEG&TD is fully racked out to the TEST position.
3. Visually check to make sure the 38 kV SEG&TD is open and
racked to the "TEST" position.
4. Insert key “KU” into Lock # 1, and release key “KB”. This will
disable the device electrically.
5. Insert key “KB” into Lock# 2 and release key “KC”. This will
disable the "CLOSE" function (mechanically and electrically) and
thus the device is locked in "OPEN" position.
6. Insert key “KC” into Lock # 3. This will allow the shoot bolts to
be freely retracted inward and breaker can be pulled out of the
cell.
3.6.2.4 Convert to probing configuration
Refer to Appendix C for converting from:
configuration # 1: Grounding configuration to
configuration # 2: Voltage probing configuration.
1. Remove the grounding shunt assembly.
2. Install Nylon insulator along with the conductor gasket on the
pole units.
3. Rack in the SEG&TD to TEST position by pulling the shoot bolts
in and pushing the SEG&TD up to TEST position. Once at TEST
position, release the shoot bolts.
3.6.2.5 Close the device
Key
outside
SEOG&TD
Key captured in
Selector
switch
KK # 1 KK # 2 KK # 3 KK # 4 KK # 5
KU KB KC No key KD No key CLOSE
1. Change selector switch to “CLOSE”.
2. Rotate key “KC” from Lock # 3 and lock the shoot bolts handle.
Release key “KC”.
3. Insert key “KC” into Lock # 2 and release key “KB”.
4. Insert key “KB” into Lock # 1 and remove key “KU”. This will
allow the SEG&TD to be closed.
5. Plug in the remote operator to the receptacle in the front of the
38 kV SEG&TD.
6. On the remote operator, depress the “CLOSE” button. The
device will charge and close automatically.
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3.6.2.6 Insert the probes
Key
outside
SEOG&TD
Key captured in
Selector
switch
KK # 1 KK # 2 KK # 3 KK # 4 KK # 5
No key KU KC No key KB KD CLOSE
1. Insert key “KU” into Lock # 1 and release key “KB”. This will
electrically lock the breaker at the "CLOSE" position.
2. Insert key “KB” into Lock #4 and rotate key “KD” to release it.
This mechanically locks the 38 kV SEG&TD “Closed”.
3. Insert key ‘KD’ into Lock #5 and rotate it to retract the lock pin
and allow the test port shutters to be opened.
4. Move the test port shutter knob to the right until the test probe
ports open to form a full circle (see Figure 45). While holding
the shutter in this position, install the test probes.
Figure 45. Key “KD” rotated to retract the shutter locking pin.
ote:N The shutter is spring loaded to return to its closed position so it will
need to be held in the open position for test probe installation. Due to the
spring loading, and the physical size and length of the test probes and cables,
an assistant should be used to help in this process.
5. To install the test probes, uncoil each test probe and cable.
Insert a test probe into a test probe port until completely seated
in the test probe port. Follow the same procedure to install the
other two test probes.
Figure 46. Test probes installed in the test probe ports.
ote:N When the test port shutter is fully pushed to the right, the inner shut-
ter will “pinch” into the indent on the side of the test probe locking it in place
(see Figure 47).
Figure 47. “Pinching” area on the inner test probe shutter.
6. Move and hold the shutter knob all the way to the right and
rotate key “KD”, extending lock pin and locking the test probes
in place. Check to make sure the probes cannot be removed.
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Figure 48. Shutter secured, locking the test probes in place.
3.6.2.7 Rack the breaker in the cell
3.6.2.7.1 Open the breaker
Key
outside
SEOG&TD
Key captured in
Selector
switch
KK # 1 KK # 2 KK # 3 KK # 4 KK # 5
KU KB KC No key KD No key OPEN
1. Remove key “KD” from Lock #5 and insert key “KD” into Lock
#4. Rotate key “KD” to release key “KB”.
2. Insert key “KB” into Lock #1 and rotate key “KU”. This electri-
cally enables the 38 kV SEG&TD.
3. Turn the selector switch to the “OPEN” position (Figure 7).
4. On the remote operator depress the “Open” button. The
38 kV SEG&TD will open (Figure 49).
5. Return the selector switch to the “OFF” position and unplug the
remote operator (Figure 50).
Figure 49. Depress the “Open” button momentarily on the
remote operator.
3.6.2.7.2 Racking breaker to Connect position
Key
outside
SEOG&TD
Key captured in
Selector
switch
KK # 1 KK # 2 KK # 3 KK # 4 KK # 5
KU KB KC No key KD No key OFF
1. Turn the selector switch to the “OFF” position and unplug the
remote operator.
2. Follow the same procedure as detailed in section 3.3: Steps 1
through 16 for racking the SEG&TD completely at "CONNECT"
position inside the cell.
3. The feeder can be now tested.
3.6.2.8 Probing the voltage:
Key
outside
SEOG&TD
Key captured in
Selector
switch
KK # 1 KK # 2 KK # 3 KK # 4 KK # 5
KU KB KC No key KD No key CLOSE
1. Make sure selector switch is in the “OFF” position.
2. Plug in the remote operator to the receptacle in the front of the
38 kV SEG&TD.
3. Rotate the selector switch to the “Close” position.
4. On the remote operator, depress the “Close” buttons momen-
tarily; the 38 kV SEG&TD will charge and close automatically.
Thus, lower terminals are probed.
3.7 Removing the test probes
3.7.1 Open the breaker
Key
outside
SEOG&TD
Key captured in
Selector
switch
KK # 1 KK # 2 KK # 3 KK # 4 KK # 5
KU KB KC No key KD No key OPEN
1. Make sure the kirk keys follows the key positions as shown in
the table above.
2. Turn the selector switch to the “OPEN” position.
3. On the remote operator depress the “Open” buttons. The 38
kV SEG&TD will open.
4. Return the selector switch to the “OFF” position and unplug the
remote operator.
Figure 50. Selector switch in the “Off” position.
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3.7.2 Rack out the SEG&TD to TEST position
Key
outside
SEOG&TD
Key captured in
Selector
switch
KK # 1 KK # 2 KK # 3 KK # 4 KK # 5
KU KB KC No key KD No key OFF
1. Rotate the selector switch to the “OFF” position. Remove the
remote operator from the receptacle.
2. Using the racking crank provided, engage the end of the raking
crank with the racking mechanism of the 38 kV SEG&TD (see
Figure 32). Turn the raking crank counter clock-wise until the
SEG&TD is fully racked out to the TEST position.
3. Visually check to make sure the 38 kV SEG&TD is open and
racked to the "TEST" position.
3.7.3 Close the breaker at "TEST" position
Key
outside
SEOG&TD
Key captured in
Selector
switch
KK # 1 KK # 2 KK # 3 KK # 4 KK # 5
KU KB KC No key KD No key CLOSE
1. Plug in the remote operator to the receptacle in the front of the
38 kV SEG&TD.
4.
Figure 51. Remote operator connected to the receptacle.
2. Change selector switch to “CLOSE”.
Figure 52. Selector switch in the “Close” position.
ote:N The selector switch on your unit may be slightly different but operate
the same way.
3. On the remote operator depress the “Close”’ buttons. The
38 kV SEG&TD will charge and close.
3.7.4 Remove test probes
Key
outside
SEOG&TD
Key captured in
Selector
switch
KK # 1 KK # 2 KK # 3 KK # 4 KK # 5
No key KU KC No key KB KD OFF
1. Return the selector switch to the “OFF” position.
2. Insert key “KU” into Lock # 1 and release key “KB”. This will
electrically lock the breaker at the "CLOSE" position.
3. Insert key “KB” into Lock #4 and rotate key “KD” to release it.
This mechanically locks the 38 kV SEG&TD “Closed”.
4. Insert key "KD" into Lock #5 and rotate it to retract the lock pin
and allow the test port shutters to be free.
ote:N Because the test port shutter is spring loaded, it will move to the
left from the locking.
5. Move the test port shutter knob to little left until it forms a com-
plete concentric circle with the test probes ports. At this point,
the test probes can be removed from the sockets.
6. After removing all 3 test probes, the shutter returns back to the
left end position (due to spring return).
7 Rotate the key “KD” into Lock #5 and rotate it to extend the
lock pin and locks the shutter to cover the test sockets. Remove
key “KD”.
3.7.5 Open the breaker
Key
outside
SEOG&TD
Key captured in
Selector
switch
KK # 1 KK # 2 KK # 3 KK # 4 KK # 5
KU KB KC No key KD No key OPEN
1. Insert key “KD” into Lock #4 and rotate it to release key “KB”.
2. Insert key “KB” into Lock #1 and rotate key “KU”. This electri-
cally enables the 38 kV SEG&TD.
3. Plug in the remote operator connector into the receptacle on
the front of the 38 kV SEG&TD.
4. Rotate the selector switch to the “Open” position.
5. On the remote operator, depress the “Open” button. The 38 kV
SEG&TD will be opened (see Figure 53).
Figure 53. Depressing the “Open” button momentarily on the
remote operator.
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6. Return the selector switch to the “OFF” position.
7. Unplug the remote operator from the receptacle.
8. Rotate and remove key “KU” from Lock #1. This electrically dis-
ables the 38 kV SEG&TD.
9. Place key “KU” in the Utility lockbox.
3.8 Un-grounding the incoming feeder
No separate un-grounding procedure is needed for lower SEG&TD
version. The un-grounding is automatically performed when the
SEG&TD is pulled out of the switchgear/minimod for performing the
voltage probing operation as described in section: 3.6.2.2 - 3.6.2.3.
3.9 Removing the SEG&TD from breaker cell
This procedure is performed while performing the voltage probing
configuration conversion and is provided in section: 3.6.2.3.
Make sure the locations of the keys are as follows, after the remov-
ing the SEG&TD from the breaker cell.
Key
outside
SEOG&TD
Key captured in
Selector
switch
KK # 1 KK # 2 KK # 3 KK # 4 KK # 5
No key KU KB KC KD No key OFF
1. Once the 38 kV SEG&TD is racked out of the breaker cell,
rotate key “KC” in Lock #3 and remove it.
2. Insert key “KC” into Lock #2 and rotate it to release key “KB”.
3. Insert key “KB” into Lock #1 then rotate and remove key “KU”.
4. Return key “KU” to the Utility lockbox.
5. Store the 38 kV SEG&TD in an environment that meets specifi-
cations.
Once outside the breaker cell, make sure the keys are in the follow-
ing locks.
Key
outside
SEOG&TD
Key captured in
Selector
switch
KK # 1 KK # 2 KK # 3 KK # 4 KK # 5
KU KB KC No key KD No key OFF
4 Maintenance
The 38 kV SEG&TD is very similar to the VCPW-HD/HDR Vacuum
Circuit Breaker. For maintenance information for the 38 kV
SEG&TD, please refer to the “Instructions for the Use, Operation,
and Maintenance of Type VCPW-HD/HDR Vacuum Circuit Breakers”
instruction manual (IB131020EN) supplied with the breaker.
5 Utility approvals
•
Con Edison
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Appendix A: Quick "Key" location reference
KK # 1 KK # 2 KK # 3 KK # 4 KK # 5
Factory
/Initial
setting
KU KB KC No Key KD No Key OFF
Confirm SEG&TD represents
(Figure 2)
"PowerGrounding
configuration
" (with grounding
bus connected)
SEG&TD is in the factory or initial
setting, OPEN and outside cell.
Procedure-1
Final state No Key KU KB KC KD No Key OFF
Procedure-2
Final state KU KB KC No key KD No Key OFF
Procedure-3
Final state KU KB KC No key KB No Key CLOSE
Procedure-4
Final state KD KU KC No Key KB No Key CLOSE
Procedure-5
Final state KB KU KC No Key KD No Key OPEN
Procedure-6
Final state
No Key KU KB KC KD No Key OFF
Procedure-7
Final state No Key KU KB KC KD No Key OFF
Procedure-8
Final state KU KB KC No Key KD No Key CLOSE
Procedure-9
Final state No Key KU KC No Key KB KD OFF
Procedure-10
Final state KU KB KC No Key KD No Key OPEN
Procedure-11
Final state KU KB KC No key KD No Key CLOSE
****
Final state No Key KU KB KC KD No Key OFF
Appendix A: 38kV HD SEG&TD (LOWER) Operations
(Quick “Key” Location Reference )
Operation
STEPS
Key Outside
SEG&TD
(utility box)
Key captured in
Selector
Switch
Additional Action SEG&TD Final status
Racking out the Lower SEG&TD version & inserting Test probes
into Sockets
Removi
ng the
test
probes
1) Move keys as shown on left.
2) Rack SEG&TD Operation
SEG&TD is OPEN and at CONNECT
position.
1) Move keys as shown on left.
SEG&TD is OPEN and at CONNECT
position.
1) Move keys as shown on left.
2) Plug in the remote operator and
press "CLOSE".
SEG&TD is CLOSE and at CONNECT
position.
Grounding Outgoing basbars
1) Move keys as shown on left.
SEG&TD is CLOSE and at CONNECT
position. This has electrically and
mechanically locked the SEG&TD into
CLOSE condition.
SEG&TD is OPEN and at CONNECT
position.
1) Move keys as shown on left.
2) Plug in the remote operator and
press "OPEN".
1) Move keys as shown on left.
2) Rack out SEG&TD to TEST.
3) Pull SEG&TD out of the cell.
4) Convert SEG&TD to "
Probing
configuration
".
SEG&TD is OPEN, outside the breaker
cell and in the "Probing configuratrion".
1) Push the SEG&TD to TEST
position in the "probing
configuration".
2) Prepare for inserting probes.
Racking Operation - Either from "Test" to "Connect" for Power Grounding or from
"Connect" to "Test" for Un-Grounding.
SEG&TD is OPEN, at TEST position and in
the "Probing configuratrion".
1) Move keys as shown on left.
2) Plug in the remote operator and
press "CLOSE".
SEG&TD is CLOSED and at CONNECT
position. Probes mounted and locked in
the socket. Voltage can be probed.
Follow Procedure 11 to 7 in
reverse manner.
SEG&TD is OPEN, at TEST position and in
the "Probing configuratrion".
1) Move keys as shown on left.
2) Plug in the remote operator and
press "CLOSE".
SEG&TD is CLOSED, and at TEST position
1) Move keys as shown on left.
2) Insert the probes.
SEG&TD is CLOSED, and at TEST position
and probes inserted.
SEG&TD is OPEN and at CONNECT
position and probes inserted. (Probes
can not be removed at this stage)
1) Move keys as shown on left.
2) Plug in the remote operator and
press "OPEN".
3) Rack SEG&TD towards
CONNECT position.
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(c)
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