VD4 Manual-En BA 460-07 E

VD4
Vacuum circuit-breaker
Instruction manual BA 460/07 E
Your safety first – always!
That's why our instruction manual begins with these recommendations:
• Only install switchgear and/or switchboards in enclosed rooms suitable for

electrical equipment.
• Ensure that installation, operation and maintenance are carried out by
specialist electricians only.
• Comply in full with the legally recognized standards (DIN VDE / IEC), the
connection conditions of the local electrical utility and the applicable safety
at work regulations.
• Observe the relevant information in the instruction manual for all actions
involving switchgear and switchboards.
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Pay special attention to the hazard notes in the instruction manual marked with
this warning symbol.
• Make sure that under operation condition of the switchgear or switchboard
the specified data are not exceeded.
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installation, operation and maintenance.
• The user’s personnel are to act responsibly in all matters affecting safety at
work and the correct handling of the switchgear.
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WARNING
Always observe the instruction manual and follow the rules
of good engineering practice !
Hazardous voltage
can cause electrical shock and burns.
Disconnect power, then earth and short-circuit before proceeding
with any work on this equipment.
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Contents Page Contents Page
1 Summary 5 7.2 Preparatory activities 38
1.1 General 5 7.3 Movement of the withdrawable part 38
1.2 Standards and specifications 5 7.3.1 Manual insertion from the
test/disconnected position to
1.2.1 Switchgear manufacture 5 the service position 38
1.2.2 Installation and operation 5 7.3.2 Manual withdrawal from the service
1.3 Operating conditions 5 position into the test/disconnected
1.3.1 Normal operating conditions 5 position 39
1.3.2 Special operating conditions 5 7.3.3 Motor-driven movement of the
withdrawable part 39
2 Technical data
Circuit-breakers for fixed installation 6 7.3.4 Withdrawal from the test/disconnected
position onto the service truck 39
2.1 Technical data and weight 6 7.3.5 Insertion from the service truck into
2.2 Technical data the test/disconnected position 40
Releases and blocking magnet 7 7.4 Operation of the circuit-breaker 40
2.3 Technical data 7.4.1 Charging the spring energy
Charging motor for stored-energy storage mechanism 40
spring mechanisms 8
7.4.2 Closing and opening the circuit-breaker 40
2.4 Permissible number of vacuum
interrupter switching operations 11 8 Maintenance 42
8.1 General 42
2.5 Dimensional drawings
Circuit-breakers for fixed installation 13 8.1.1 Service-life 42
2.6 Circuit-breaker wiring diagram 16 8.2 Inspection and functional testing 42
8.2.1 Switching device in general 42
3 Technical data
Circuit-breakers on withdrawable part 17 8.2.2 Stored-energy spring mechanism 42
8.2.3 Breaker pole 43
3.1 Technical data and weight 17
8.2.4 Withdrawable assembly 43
3.2 Dimensional drawings 19
8.3 Servicing 43
3.3 Wiring diagrams for C.B. on
withdrawable part 26 8.3.1 Switching devices in general 43
8.3.2 Stored-energy spring mechanism 43
4 Structure and function 32
8.3.3 Breaker pole 43
4.1 Basic structure of the C.B. on
withdrawable part 32 8.4 Repair 44
4.2 Structure on the breaker poles 32 8.4.1 VD4 circuit-breaker run-on block 44
8.4.2 Replacement of circuit-breaker
4.3 Structure of the breaker parts and accessories 44
operating mechanism 32
8.4.3 Touch up of surfaces 44
4.3.1 Releases, blocking magnet and
auxiliary switches 32 8.4.4 Circuit-breakers in general 45
4.3.2 Mounting of the VD4 on trucks from 8.4.5 Replacement of contact systems 45
other manufacturers 33 8.4.6 Replacement of withdrawable assembly 45
4.4 Function 33 8.5 Testing withdrawable parts with a
VD4 type circuit-breaker 45
4.4.1 Charging of the spring energy
storage mechanism 33 8.5.1 Motor-driven withdrawable parts 45
4.4.2 Closing procedure 33 8.5.2 Checking the correctness of
dimensional settings 45
4.4.3 Opening procedure 34 8.5.3 Checking auxiliary switch settings
4.4.4 Auto-reclosing sequence 34 on type A withdrawable parts 46
4.4.5 Quenching principle of the 8.5.4 Checking auxiliary switch settings
vacuum interrupter 34 on type B withdrawable parts 46
4.5 Interlocks/protection against 8.5.5 Checking the direction of rotation of the
maloperation 34 travel motors on motor-driven
5 Despatch and storage 37 withdrawable parts 46
5.1 Condition on delivery 37 8.5.6 Testing of interlock conditions 46
5.2 Packaging 37 8.6 Spare parts, auxiliary materials, lubricants 47
8.6.1 Spare parts 47
5.3 Transport 37
8.6.2 Auxiliary materials 49
5.4 Delivery 37
9 Application of the
5.5 Intermediate storage 37 X-ray regulations 53
6 Installation and mounting of the breaker 38 10 Comparison of designations to
7 Commissioning/Operation 38 VDE-DIN 40719 Part 2
7.1 Note on safety at work 38 and IEC 61346-1/IEC 61346-2 54
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1 Summary 1.3 Operating conditions
1.3.1 Normal operating conditions

1.1 General
(Figures 2/1 to 2/8) Design to VDE 0670, part 1000, “Common
specifications for high-voltage switchgear and
The vacuum circuit-breakers of type VD4 are controlgear standards“ and IEC publication
intended for indoor installation in air-insulated 60694, with the following limit values:
switchgear systems. They have a switching
• Ambient temperature:
capacity capable of handling the loads occuring
at start-up and shutdown of equipment and plant – Maximum +40 °C
units both in normal and in fault state. – Maximum 24 hour average +35 °C
Vacuum circuit-breakers have particular advan- – Minimum (according to
tages for use in networks where there is a high “minus 5 indoor class”) –5 °C
switching frequency in the working current range
and/or where a certain number of short-circuit • Humidity:
breaking operations are expected. Type VD4 – the average value of the
vacuum circuit-breakers are suitable for autore- relative humidity, measured over
closing, and have exceptionally high operating a period of 24 h, does not exceed 95%
reliability and long life.
– the average value of the water
The vacuum circuit-breakers of type VD4, vapour pressure, over a period
designed in column form, can be supplied both of 24 h, does not exceed 2,2 kPa
as individual units for fixed installation and
mounted on chassis. Their basic structure is – the average value of the
shown in figures 2/1 to 2/8. relative humidity, over a period
of one month, does not exceed 90%
1.2 Standards and specifications
– the average value of the water
1.2.1 Switchgear manufacture
vapour pressure, over a period
The switchgear complies with the following of one month, does not exceed 1,8 kPa
specifications in accordance with DIN VDE and
• Maximum site altitude:
the relevant IEC publications:
≤ 1000 m above sea level.
• VDE 0670, part 1000 and IEC 60694
• VDE 0671, part 100, and IEC 62271-100. 1.3.2 Special operating conditions
Special operating conditions are to be agreed on
1.2.2 Installation and operation by the manufacturer and user. The manufacturer
The relevant specifications are to be taken into must be consulted in advance about each special
account during installation and operation, operating condition:
particularly:
• Site altitude over 1000 m:
• DIN VDE 0101, Power installations exceeding
– Allow for the reduction in the dielectric
AC 1 kV
strength of the air.
• VDE 0105, Operation of electrial installations
• Increased ambient temperature:
• DIN VDE 0141, Earthing systems for special power
– Current carrying capacity is reduced.
installations with rated voltages above 1 kV
• Accident prevention regulations issued by the – Provide additional ventilation for heat
appropriate professional bodies or comparable dissipation.
organisations. • Climate:
In Germany, these comprise the following safety – Avoid the risk of corrosion or other damage in
regulations: areas:
– Health and Safety at Work Standards BGV A1 • with high humidity and/or
and BGV A3
• with major rapid temperature fluctuations.
• Safety guidelines for auxiliary and operating
materials – Implement preventive measures (e.g. electric
heaters) to preclude condensation pheno-
• Order-related details provided by ABB. mena.
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2 Technical data
Circuit-breaker for fixed installation
2.1 Technical data and weight
Breaker Rated Rated Rated short- Short- Rated short- Rated short- Pole Weight 2) Permissible number
type voltage current circuit- circuit circuit circuit centres of vacuum interrupter
breaking breaking making duration switching operations
current current current.
symm.2) asymm.2) (peak)2)
VM1... kV A kA kA kA s mm approx. kg Figure 2/9 Page 11/12

1206-16 12 630 16 17.4 40 3 150/210 69/74 Diagram A
1212-16 1250 150/210 70/75 Diagram B
1206-20 630 20 21.8 50 3 150/210 69/74 Diagram C
1212-20 1250 150/210 70/75 Diagram D
1216-20 1600 210/275 147/155 Diagram D
1220-20 2000 210/275 147/155 Diagram D
1225-20 2500 210/275 147/155 Diagram D
1206-25 630 25 27.3 63 3 150/210 69/74 Diagram E
1212-25 1250 150/210 70/75 Diagram E
1216-25 1600 210/275 147/155 Diagram E
1220-25 2000 210/275 147/155 Diagram E
1225-25 2500 210/275 151/159 Diagram E
1206-31 630 31.5 34.3 80 3 150/210 80/85 Diagram F
1212-31 1250 150/210 81/86 Diagram F
1216-31 1600 210/275 147/155 Diagram F
1220-31 2000 210/275 147/155 Diagram F
1225-31 2500 210/275 151/159 Diagram F
1212-40 1250 40 43.6 100 3 210 94 Diagram G
1216-40 1600 210/275 147/155 Diagram G
1220-40 2000 210/275 147/155 Diagram G
1225-40 2500 210/275 151/159 Diagram G
1706-16 17.5 630 16 17.4 40 3 150/210 69/74 Diagram A
1712-16 1250 150/210 70/75 Diagram B
1706-20 630 20 21.8 50 3 150/210 69/74 Diagram D
1712-20 1250 150/210 70/75 Diagram D
1716-20 1600 210/275 147/155 Diagram D
1720-20 2000 210/275 147/155 Diagram D
1725-20 2500 210/275 151/159 Diagram D
1706-25 630 25 27.3 63 3 150/210 80/85 Diagram E
1712-25 1250 150/210 81/86 Diagram E
1716-25 1600 210/275 147/155 Diagram E
1720-25 2000 210/275 147/155 Diagram E
1725-25 2500 210/275 151/159 Diagram E
1706-31 630 31.5 34.3 80 3 150/210 90/93 Diagram F
1712-31 1250 150/210 91/94 Diagram F
1716-31 1600 275 155 Diagram F
1720-31 2000 275 155 Diagram F
1725-31 2500 275 159 Diagram F
1712-40 1250 40 43.6 100 3 210 94 Diagram G
1716-40 1600 210/275 147/155 Diagram G
1720-40 2000 210/275 147/155 Diagram G
1725-40 2500 210/275 151/159 Diagram G
2406-16 24 630 16 17.4 40 3 210/275 76/81 Diagram A
2412-16 1250 210/275 78/83 Diagram B
2416-16 1600 275 167 Diagram B
2420-16 2000 275 167 Diagram B
2425-16 2500 275 167 Diagram B
2406-20 630 20 21.8 50 3 210/275 76/81 Diagram D
2412-20 1250 210/275 78/83 Diagram D
2416-20 1600 275 167 Diagram D
2420-20 2000 275 167 Diagram D
2425-20 2500 275 167 Diagram D
2406-25 630 25 27.3 63 3 210/275 76/81 Diagram E
2412-25 1250 210/275 82/87 Diagram E
2416-25 1600 275 167 Diagram E
2420-25 2000 275 167 Diagram E
2425-25 2500 275 173 Diagram E
1)
When the operating voltage is lower than the rated voltage, the same values apply as for rated voltage. Higher values on request.
2)
Individual unit (without chassis) with motor-operated mechanism and basic release equipment.
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Guideline values for function times:
Closing time approx. 60 ms
Opening time ≤ 45 ms
Arcing time (at 50 Hz) ≤ 15 ms
Break time ≤ 60 ms
Minimum command
time on closing 20 ms 1) (120 ms 2))
Minimum command
time on opening 20 ms 1) ( 80 ms 2))
1)
At the rated supply voltage.
2)
If the activating relay contact cannot itself interrupt the release
coil current.
Rated voltage kV 12 17.5 24

Rated frequency Hz 50/60 50/60 50/60
Rated lightning impulse withstand voltage kV 75 95 125
Rated power frequency withstand voltage kV 28 1) 38 1) 50
Rate of rise of transient recovery voltage kV/µs 0.34 0.42 0.47
Peak of transient recovery voltage kV 20.6 30 41
Rated operating sequence O-3 min-CO-3 min-CO
Rated operating sequence with autoreclosing O-0.3 s-CO-3 min-CO
1)
42 kV on request.
2.2 Technical data

Releases and blocking magnet
Equipment Power consumption 1)

AC DC
VA W
Shunt release OFF -Y2 3), -Y9 3) 250 250
-Y2 5), -Y9 5) 310 310
Shunt release ON -Y3 3) 250 250
-Y3 5) 310 310
Blocking magnet -Y1 3) 5) 10 10
Undervoltage release: -Y4
• undelayed 3) 5) 11 10
• delayed 4) 10 –
Indirect overcurrent release -Y7
with intermediate current transformer:
• two-phase 3.5 2) /15 –
• three-phase 2.0 2) /15 –
1)
Approximate values
2)
With short-circuited intermediate current transformer
3)
Rated supply voltages AC: 110 and 220 V, DC: 24, 48, 60, 110 and 220 V.
4)
See RN3U for supply voltage
5)
Rated supply voltage AC: 240 V, DC: 125 and 240 V.
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2.3 Technical data
Motor-operated mechanisms
Gefeg-Motor Groschopp-Motor
Rated Power Motor protection Charging Rated Power Motor protection Charging
supply consumpt- (ABB-Stotz m.c.b.) time supply consumpt- (ABB-Stotz m.c.b.) time
voltage ion1) (maxi- voltage ion1) (maxi-
mum) 2) mum) 2)
V VA/W A s V VA/W A s
AC AC
110 150 1.6 S 281UC-K 15 110 260 1.6 S 281UC-K 10
220 150 0.75 15 220 260 0.75 10
240 170 0.75 15 240 260 0.75 10
DC DC
24 130 4.0 S 282UC-K 15
48 130 3.0 15
60 130 2.0 15 60 240 3.0 S 282UC-K 10
110 140 1.0 15 110 230 1.6 10
125 160 1.0 15 125 260 1.6 10
220 140 0.75 15 220 240 0.75 10
240 150 0.75 15 240 260 0.75 10
1)
Approximate values
2)
At rated supply voltage
Figure 2/1: VD4 circuit-breaker for fixed installation, Figure 2/2: VD4 circuit-breaker for fixed installation,
12 kV, 1250 A, mechanism side 12 kV, 1250 A, pole side
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Figure 2/3: VD4 circuit-breaker for fixed installation, Figure 2/4: VD4 circuit-breaker for fixed installation,
Figure 2/5: Vacuum circuit-breaker, type VD4, high-current, Figure 2/6: Vacuum circuit-breaker, type VD4, high-current,
for 12 kV and rated current 2000 A, mechanism side for 12 kV and rated current 2000 A, pole side
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Figure 2/7: VD4 circuit-breaker, on withdrawable part, Figure 2/8: VD4 circuit-breaker, on withdrawable part,
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2.4 Permissible number of vacuum interrupter switching operations
10 5 10 5
8 8
7 7
6 6
5 5
4 4
3 3
2 2
10 4 10 4
8 8
7 7
6 6
5 5
4 4
3 3
2 2
10 3 10 3
8 8
7 7
6 6
5 5
4 4
3 3
2 2
Number of operating cycles n

10 2 10 2
8 8
7 7
6 6
5 5
4 4
3 3
2 2
10 10
8 8
7 7
6 6
5 5
0,05 0,1 0,2 0,3 0,4 0,5 0,6 0,8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 20 30 40 50 0,05 0,1 0,2 0,3 0,4 0,5 0,6 0,8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 20 30 40 50
Breaking current la (kA) Breaking current la (kA)
Diagram A) Diagram B)
10 5 10 5
8 8
7 7
6 6
5 5
4 4
3 3
2 2
10 4 10 4
8 8
7 7
6 6
5 5
4 4
3 3
2 2
10 3 10 3
8 8
7 7
6 6
5 5
4 4
3 3
2 2
10 2 10 2
8 8
7 7
6 6
5 5
4 4
3 3
2 2
10 10
8 8
7 7
6 6
5 5
0,05 0,1 0,2 0,3 0,4 0,5 0,6 0,8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 20 30 40 50 0,05 0,1 0,2 0,3 0,4 0,5 0,6 0,8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 20 30 40 50
Diagram C) Diagram D)
Figure 2/9: Permissible number of vacuum interrupter operating cycles n as a function of the breaking current Ia.
(Reference see section 2.1 and 3.1 – Technical data page 6 and 17)
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10 5 10 5
8 8
7 7
6 6
5 5
4 4
3 3
2 2
10 4 10 4
8 8
7 7
6 6
5 5
4 4
3 3
2 2
10 3 10 3
8 8
7 7
6 6
5 5
4 4
3 3
2 2

10 2 10 2
8 8
7 7
6 6
5 5
4 4
3 3
2 2
10 10
8 8
7 7
6 6
5 5
0,05 0,1 0,2 0,3 0,4 0,5 0,6 0,8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 20 30 40 50 0,05 0,1 0,2 0,3 0,4 0,5 0,6 0,8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 20 30 40 50
Diagram E) Diagram F)
10 5
8
7
6
5
4
3
10 4
8
7
6
5
4
3
10 3
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
10 2
8
7
6
5
4
3
10
8
7
6
5
0,05 0,1 0,2 0,3 0,4 0,5 0,6 0,8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 20 30 40 50
Breaking current la (kA)
Diagram G)
Figure 2/9: Permissible number of vacuum interrupter operating cycles n as a function of the breaking current Ia.
(Reference see section 2.1 and 3.1 – Technical data page 6 and 17)
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Circuit-breakers for fixed installation
608
d
T 95
p p K Rated Rated Rated
voltage current short-
ABB VD 4
circuit
A breaking
205
ø115 current
30
40 ° 80 °
461
475
433
217,5 kV A kA p a a1 c d f
M12
! 77,5
12 630/ ... 31.5 150 450 395 400 450 300
M12
c
M 1250 210 570 515 520 570 390
25
345 44
a 409 17.5 630/ ... 31.5 150 450 395 400 450 300
424 1250 210 570 515 520 570 390
550
24
35
60
100
a1 368 K = Cable entry
30
480
T = Handling bores, both sides
A = View “A"
M M GA = Tested terminal zone
A M = Minimum distance to DIN VDE 0101
200
A1
M12
Insertion A1 = Terminal for 630 A
depth 18 + 2
A2 = Terminal for 1250 A
GA A3 = Terminal bar to DIN 46 433,
ø45
22
for 17.5 kV shrink sleeve fitted

A2
200
M10 = Earthing conductor terminal, use contact washer

24
Insertion
depth 15 + 1
A3
22
M M 40(50)
f Figure 2/10: Dimensional drawing of circuit-breaker type VD4:
M12 • 12 kV, 630 A and 1250 A, ... 31.5 kA
• 17.5 kV, 630 A and 1250 A, ... 31.5 kA
d 608
T
p p 95
Rated Rated Rated
K voltage current short-
A circuit
310
ABB VD 4
breaking
ø115
631
current
30
40 ° 80 ° kV A kA p a a1 c d f
475
433
282,5
M12 24 630/ ... 25 210 570 515 520 570 390

77,5
!
1250 275 700 645 650 700 488
M12 M
c 25 345 44
a 409
424
550
24
35
60
K = Cable entry
100
T = Handling bore, both sides

a1 368
A = View “A"
30
480
M M GA = Tested terminal zone
M = Minimum distance to DIN VDE 0101
200
A1 = Terminal for 630 A

A A1
M12 A2 = Terminal for 1250 A
Insertion
depth 18 + 2 A3 = Terminal bar to DIN 46 433,
GA for 24 kV shrink sleeve fitted
ø45
22
= Earthing conductor terminal, use contact washer

200
A2
M10
24
Insertion
22 depth 15 + 1
M M 40 (50) Figure 2/11: Dimensional drawing of circuit-breaker type VD4:

A3 f
24 kV, 630 A and 1250 A, ... 25 kA.
M12
13
A Rated Rated Rated
d 608
p p M 424
95
circuit
breaking
T K current
kV A kA p a a1 c d e f g
310
ABB VD 4
A
12/17.5 ... 1250 40 210 610 515 520 570 345 390 409
588.5
40°
475
80°
434
... 1250 40 210 610 555 560 600 320 405 428
237,5
ABB
1600 40 210 610 555 560 600 320 405 428
77,5
! 275 750 695 700 750 345 512 428
M12
c 25 e 44
a g
385 24
550
35 50
100
530 30
K = Cable entry
a1 670
GA Note: Remove the lifting lugs on both sides before commissioning
50 M M
A = View „A“
GA = Tested terminal zone
A-A M = Minimum distance to DIN VDE 0101
22
A1: M12/18 +2 deep

A1 = Terminal for contact arm
A2: M10/15 +2 deep A2 = Terminal for connecting bar
ø45
22
A3 = Terminal bar to DIN 46 433

Figure 2/12: Dimensional drawing of circuit-breaker type VD4:

24
A3 M12 f • 12/17.5 kV, ...1600 A, 40 kA.
608
1)
d Rated Rated Rated
p p A 95
1) K voltage current short-
circuits
T breaking
current
310
ABB VD 4
kV A kA p a a1 c d e f g
616
599
40° 12 1600 ... 31.5 210 610 555 560 600 320 405 409
433
475
80° ... 2500 1) 275 750 695 700 750 345 512 409
237,5
78
!
M12 M12 12 1600 40 210 610 555 560 600 320 405 428
M ... 25001) 275 750 695 700 750 345 512 428
c 25
a
e 44 17.5 1600 ... 25 210 610 555 560 600 320 405 409
g ... 25001) 275 750 695 700 750 345 512 409
424
550
385 24
31.5 275 750 695 700 750 345 512 409
35
50 17,5 1600 40
... 2500 1) 275 750 695 700 750 345 512 428
100
530
1)
a1 Breakers with rated currents 2500 A are fitted with a cooling element.
30
670
GA K = Cable entry
M M 80
A3 A1
Note: Remove the lifting lugs on both sides before commissioning
200
M10
A Insertion depth A = View „A“
20 + 2
GA = Tested terminal zone
M = Minimum distance to DIN VDE 0101
20
1)
12
A1 = Terminal for contact arm

A2 = Terminal for connecting bar
12
20
20 20 A2
M12 A3 = Terminal bar to DIN 46 433,
200
Insertion depth for 17.5 kV shrink sleeve fitted

24
25 + 2
M M
A3 M12 Figure 2/13: Dimensional drawing of circuit-breaker type VD4:
f
high-current.
• 12/17.5 kV, 1600 ...2500 A1), ...40 kA
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1) 1)
608
d
p p A 95 T K
310
ABB VD 4
Rated Rated Rated
642
661
40° circuit
433
475
80° breaking
77,5
282,5
M12 M12
current
!
kV A kA p a a1 c d f e
c 25 M 44
e
a
409
24 ... 25001) ... 25 275 750 695 700 750 512 345
424 1)
Breakers with rated currents 2500 A are fitted with a cooling element.
550
385 24
35
50
100
530
a1 K = Cable entry
30
670

GA Note: Remove the lifting lugs on both sides before commissioning
M M 80
A = View „A“
A3 A GA = Tested terminal zone

200
A1
M10 M = Minimum distance to DIN VDE 0101
Insertion depth
20 + 2 A1 = Terminal for contact arm
A2 = Terminal for connecting bar
20
1)
12
A3 = Terminal bar to DIN 46 433,

for 24 kV shrink sleeve fitted
12
20
20 20
A2 = Earthing conductor terminal, use contact washer
200
M12
Insertion depth
24
25 + 2
M M
Figure 2/14: Dimensional drawing of circuit-breaker type VD4:
M12
f high-current, 24 kV, ...2500 A, ... 25 kA.
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2.6 Circuit-breaker wiring diagram
OFF
ON
Standard
arrangement
Type 21
1) Only when -Y1 not fitted

2)
External operation
Special arrangement for: -S5
Type 19 Type 20 Type 22 Type 23 Type 24
– S1 Auxiliary switch on operating mechanism – Y1 Blocking magnet – V3 Series rectifier for – Y3 and – K0
– S2 Auxiliary switch on blocking magnet – Y2 Shunt release OFF – V4 Series rectifier for – Y4
– S3 Auxiliary switch on the breaker shaft – Y3 Shunt release ON – V9 Series rectifier for – Y9
– S4 Auxiliary switch on the breaker shaft – Y4 Undervoltage release – M0 Charging motor for spring
– S5 Auxiliary switch on the breaker shaft – Y7 Indirect overcurrent release energy store
– S7 Auxiliary switch for fault annunciation – Y9 Second shunt release OFF – K0 Anti-pumping relay
(fleeting contact, time ≥ 30 ms) – V1 Series rectifier for – Y1 – R0 Series resistor
– V2 Series rectifier for – Y2
See page 54 for comparison of VDE/IEC designations.
Shown with the spring energy storage mechanism in the Note:

discharged state. The wiring diagram comprises the Shunt releases and blocking magnets are fundamentally
basic components and all further equipment options for wired with rectifiers (e.g. magnet holder 40 with integrated
the various VD4 types. The scope of equipment possible rectifiers -V1, -V2, -V3 and -V9).
within an individual type series is listed in the relevant Rectifiers function as free-wheeling diodes if d.c.-supply.
switchgear list, and the equipment fitted in each indivi-
dual case can be found in the order documentation.
Figure 2/15 : Wiring diagram

Arrangement for DC 24, 48, 60, 110, 125, 220, 240 V; AC 110, 220, 240 V
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3 Technical Data
Circuit-breakers on withdrawable part
3.1 Technical data and weight1)
Breaker Rated Rated Rated short- Short- Rated short- Rated short- Pole Weight 1)3) Permissible number
type voltage current circuit- circuit circuit circuit centres1) of vacuum interrupter
breaking breaking making duration switching operations
current current current
VM1... kV A kA kA kA s mm approx. kg Figure 2/9 Page 11/12

1206-16 12 630 16 17.4 40 3 150/210 105/110 Diagram A
1212-16 1250 150/210 120/125 Diagram B
1206-20 630 20 21.8 50 3 150/210 105/110 Diagram C
1212-20 1250 150/210 120/125 Diagram D
1216-20 1600 210/275 190/195 Diagram D
1220-20 2000 210/275 195/200 Diagram D
1225-20 2500 275 205 Diagram D
1206-25 630 25 27.3 63 3 150/210 105/110 Diagram E
1212-25 1250 150/210 120/125 Diagram E
1216-25 1600 210/275 190/195 Diagram E
1220-25 2000 210/275 195/200 Diagram E
1225-25 2500 275 205 Diagram E
1206-31 630 31.5 34.3 80 3 150/210 105/110 Diagram F
1212-31 1250 150/210 120/125 Diagram F
1216-31 1600 210/275 190/195 Diagram F
1220-31 2000 210/275 195/200 Diagram F
1225-31 2500 275 205 Diagram F
1212-40 1250 40 43.6 100 3 210 185 Diagram G
1216-40 1600 210/275 190/195 Diagram G
1220-40 2000 210/275 195/200 Diagram G
1225-40 2500 275 205 Diagram G
1706-16 17.5 630 16 17.4 40 3 150/210 105/110 Diagram A
1712-16 1250 150/210 120/125 Diagram B
1706-20 630 20 21.8 50 3 150/210 105/110 Diagram D
1712-20 1250 150/210 120/125 Diagram D
1716-20 1600 210/275 190/195 Diagram D
1720-20 2000 210/275 195/200 Diagram D
1725-20 2500 275 205 Diagram D
1706-25 630 25 27.3 63 3 150/210 105/110 Diagram E
1712-25 1250 150/210 120/125 Diagram E
1716-25 1600 210/275 190/195 Diagram E
1720-25 2000 210/275 195/200 Diagram E
1725-25 2500 275 205 Diagram E
1706-31 630 31.5 34.3 80 3 150/210 105/110 Diagram F
1712-31 1250 150/210 120/125 Diagram F
1716-31 1600 210/275 190/195 Diagram F
1720-31 2000 210/275 195/200 Diagram F
1725-31 2500 275 205 Diagram F
1712-40 1250 40 43.6 100 3 210 185 Diagram G
1716-40 1600 210/275 190/195 Diagram G
1720-40 2000 210/275 195/200 Diagram G
1725-40 2500 275 205 Diagram G
1)
For more details to cell-type allocations see section dimensional drawings.
2)
When the operating voltage is lower than the rated voltage, the same values apply as for rated voltage.
Higher values on request.
3)
With manual charging mechanism.
Weight is increased by around 5 kg if charging motor is fitted.
Weight is increased by around 5 kg if the motor-driven withdrawable assembly is used.
17
Breaker Rated Rated Rated short- Short- Rated short- Rated short- Pole Weight 1)3) Permissible number
type voltage current circuit- circuit circuit circuit centres1) of vacuum interrupter
breaking breaking making duration switching opartions
current current current
VD4... kV A kA kA kA s mm approx. kg Figure 2/9 Page 11/12

2406-16 24 630 16 17.4 40 3 210/275 110/115 Diagram A
2412-16 1250 210/275 120/125 Diagram B
2416-16 1600 275 205 Diagram B
2420-16 2000 275 205 Diagram B
2425-16 2500 4) 275 205 Diagram B
2406-20 630 20 21.8 50 3 210/275 110/115 Diagram D
2412-20 1250 210/275 120/125 Diagram D
2416-20 1600 275 205 Diagram D
2420-20 2000 275 205 Diagram D
2425-20 2500 4) 275 205 Diagram D
2406-25 630 25 27.3 63 3 150/210 105/110 Diagram E
2412-25 1250 150/210 120/125 Diagram E
2416-25 1600 210/275 190/195 Diagram E
2420-25 2000 210/275 195/200 Diagram E
2425-25 2500 4) 275 205 Diagram E
1)
For more details to cell-type allocations see section dimensional drawings.
2)
When the operating voltage is lower than the rated voltage, the same values apply as for rated voltage.
Higher values on request.
3)
With manual charging mechanism.
Weight is increased by around 5 kg if charging motor is fitted.
Weight is increased by around 2 kg if the motor-driven withdrawable assembly is used.
4)
> 2300 A with fan cooling
18
J S
F1 G1 T
1) 2)
30 1) 2)
ø74
ABB VD 4
Z
205
Y
Q
O
N
ø35
70.5
260
21.5
154
19
!
76
*)
4
18
C 25 320
D 370
E 13.5 383
438
A 8 +2 0
16 p p 16 306 - 303 200 -3 50
)
*)
**
Rail
**)
Front edge of bar
55
1)
Exists only for withdrawable parts of SACE (z.B. UniSafe)
2)
Versions up to 630 A with insulating tube
3)
Versions from 1250 A with shrink sleeve
4)
• With manual charging mechanism.
• Weight is increased by around 5 kg if charging motor is fitted.
• Weight is increased by around 2 kg if the motor-driven
Stroke 8 - withdrawable assembly is used.
11mm
Table 1
Panel type Parameters Parameters Weight5)
12 kV 17.5 kV p A C D E J Y 3) Z 4) ca. kg
ZS1/Powerbloc/ 630 A, ...31.5 kA 630 A, ...31.5 kA 150 502 466 490 503 492 x - 105
Mounting 630 A, ...31.5 kA 630 A, ...31.5 kA 210 650 616 640 653 636 x - 110
frame 1250 A, ...31.5 kA 1250 A, ...31.5 kA 150 502 466 490 503 492 - x 120
1250 A, ...31.5 kA 1250 A, ...31.5 kA 210 650 616 640 653 636 - x 125
UniSafe/UniGear 630 A, ...31.5 kA 630 A, ...31.5 kA 150 502 466 490 503 492 x - 105
Type ZS1 1250 A, ...31.5 kA 1250 A, ...31.5 kA 150 502 466 490 503 492 - x 120
Table 2
Panel type p F1 G1 N O Q R S T
ZS1/Powerbloc/ 150 38 203 624 618 628 618 128 120±1
Mounting frame 210 47 279 624 618 628 618 118 120±1
UniSafe/UniGear 150 38 203±1 624±2 618 628 620±2 128±1 120±1
Type ZS1
Figure 3/1: Vacuum circuit-breaker on withdrawable part, type VD4.

• Use in ZS1, UniGear Type ZS1, UniSafe and Powerbloc or mounting frame
• 12 kV, ...1250 A, ...31.5 kA
• 17.5 kV, ...1250 A, ...31.5 kA
19
J
G1
S
F1
30 1) 3) T
ø 120
2)
310
O
N
Q
R
71
ø 79
280
165
21,5
19
*)
76
D 25 320 4
18
0
13,5 E 13,5 359,5 200 -3 50
370
382,5
A
286 ±2 303
p p 8 **)
16 16
*)
Rail
**)
Front edge of bar
55
1)
Only fitted on withdrawable parts for SACE (z.B. UniSafe)
2)
Remove the lifting lugs on both sides before commissioning
3)
Not available for Powerbloc/Mounting frame
• Weight (manual charging mechanism) 185 kg.
Stroke 8 - 11 mm
• Weight is increased by around 2 kg if the motor-driven with
drawable is used
Table 1:
Panel type Parameters p A D E J

12/17.5 kV
ZS1, UniSafe/ ...1250/1600 A, 40 kA 210 650 640 653 636

UniGear-Typ ZS1/
Powerbloc/ 1600 A, 40 kA 275 850 836 853 844
Mounting frame
Table 2:
ZS1/ 210 44 276 694 688 698 688 118 110
Powerbloc/ 275 144 376 694 688 698 688 118 110
Mounting frame
Unisafe / 210 44±1 273±1 691±2 688 698 688±2 119 111±1
UniGear-type ZS1 275 144±1 373±1 691±2 688 698 688±2 119 111±1

• 12/17.5 kV, ...1600 A, 40 kA
20
S
J
30 2)
1) 4) T
1) 4)
M
F1 G1 3)
310
ABB VD 4
Q
O
N
W
70.5
280
21.5
165
19
!
76
*)
25 320 4
18
359.5
C
D 370
13.5 E 13.5
383
0
A 8 286 ±2 303 200 -3 50
16 p p 16 *) ** )
Rail
**)
Front edge of bar
1)
Only fitted on withdrawable parts for SACE (z.B. UniSafe)
2)
Cooler elements only fitted for rated currents of 2500 A and above
55
3)
Remove the lifting lugs on both sides before commissioning
4)
5)
Versions for 1250 A to 2000 A (with shrink sleeve)
6)
Versions for 2500 A (with cooler elements, without shrink sleeve)
7)
2) • With manual charging mechanism.
• Weight is increased by around 2 kg if the motor-driven with
drawable is used
Stroke 8 -
11mm
Table 1
Panel type Parameters Weight7)
12/17.5 kV p A C D E J M W Y 5) Z 6) ca. kg
ZS1 1600 A, ...40 kA 210 650 618 640 653 636 120 79 x - 190
1600 A, ...40 kA 275 850 812 836 853 844 120 79 x - 195
2000 A, ...40 kA 275 850 812 836 853 844 120 79 x - 200
2500 A, ...40 kA 275 850 812 836 853 844 149 109 - x 205
Powerbloc/ 1600 A, ...40 kA 210 650 618 640 653 636 120 79 x - 190
Mounting 1600 A, ...40 kA 275 850 812 836 853 844 120 79 x - 195
frame 2000 A, ...40 kA 210 650 618 640 653 636 120 79 x - 195
UniSafe/ 2000 A, ...40 kA 275 850 812 836 853 844 120 79 x - 200
UniGear 2500 A, ...40 kA 275 850 812 836 853 844 149 109 - x 205
Type ZS1
Table 2
ZS1/ 210 44 230 694 688 698 688 118 110
Powerbloc/ 275 144 230 694 688 698 688 118 110
Mounting
frame
UniSafe/ 210 44±1 229±1 691±2 688 698 688±2 119 111±1
UniGear 275 144±1 229±1 691±2 688 698 688±2 119 111±1
Type ZS1

• 12/17.5 kV,1600 ...2500 A, ...40 kA
21
450
ø74
ABB VD 4
205
549
475
ø35
260
21.5
!
19
25 320 4
18
370
383
503 13.5 H 303 S 50
502 8
16 150 150 16
55
Stroke 8 -11mm
Panel type Parameters Parameters Weight1)

12 kV 17.5 kV H±2 S±3 ca. kg
ZS8.4 without
tee-off
partitioning 630 A, ...25 kA 630 A, ...20 kA 193 200 95
1250 A, ...25 kA 1250 A, ...20 kA 193 200 110
ZS8.4 with
tee-off
partitioning 630 A, ...25 kA 630 A, ...20 kA 283 250 95
1250 A, ...25 kA 1250 A, ...20 kA 283 250 110
1)
• Weight is increased by around 2 kg if the motor-driven withdrawable assembly is used.

• Use in ZS8.4
• 12 kV, ...1250 A, ...25 kA
• 17.5 kV, ...1250 A, ...20 kA
22
G
F 232 20±1
1)
1)
310
771 ± 2
+3
775 -0
767.5
ABB VD 4 Y
790
ø35
70.5
325
21.5
198
! 19
72
4
18
25 320
C 370
D 383
E 13.5 458
0
444±2 303 300 -3 50
A 8
16 P P 16 *)
Rail
**)
Front edge of bar
55
1)
Exists only for withdrawable parts of SACE (i.e. UniSafe)
2)
3)
Versions up to 630 A with insulating tube
4)
Versions from 1250 A with shrink sleeve
5)
• Weight is increased by around 2 kg if the motor-driven withdrawable
Stroke 8 -11mm assembly is used.
Table 1
Panel type Parameters Weight5)
3) 4)
24 kV p A C D E J Y Z ca. kg
ZS1/Powerbloc/ 630 A, ...25 kA 210 650 612 636 653 632 x - 110
Mounting frame 630 A, ...25 kA 275 850 812 836 853 842 x - 115
1250 A, ...25 kA 210 650 612 636 653 632 - x 120
1250 A, ...25 kA 275 850 812 836 853 842 - x 125
UniSafe/UniGear 630 A, ...25 kA 210 650 612 636 653 632 x - 110
Type ZS1 1250 A, ...25 kA 210 650 612 636 653 632 - x 110
Table 2
ZS1/ 210 44 232 780 770 785 775 16 164
Powerbloc/ 275 144 232 780 770 785 775 16 164
Mounting
frame
UniSafe/ 210 44±1 232 772±2 770 788 768±2 19±1 119±1
UniGear
Type ZS1

• 24 kV, ...1250 A, ...25 kA
23
842
T
F1 G1
34 S
1) 3) 1)
2)
310
ABB VD 4
ø79
N
Q
R
O
70.5
345
198
!
21.5
19
72
*)
25 320 4
18
812 370
836 383
853 13.5
458
0
850 8 434 ±2 303 300 -3 50
275 275 16
)
**
*)
Rail
**)
Front edge of bar
55
1)
Exists only for withdrawable parts of SACE-CBE
2)
Remove the lifting lugs on both sides before
commissioning
3)
With cooling element and forced ventilation for
rated currents of 2500 A and above.
4)
3) • Weight with manual charging mechanism
approx. 205 kg.
• Weight is increased by around 5 kg if charging
motor is fitted.
Stroke 8 -
11mm • Weight is increased by about 2 kg if the motor-
driven withdrawable assembly is used.
Panel type Weight4)

p F1 G1 N O Q R S T ca. kg
ZS1 275 144 232 820 815 825 815 16 376 205
UniSafe/ 275 144±1 232±1 817±1 815 834 814±2 191 119±1 205
UniGear
Type ZS1

• Use in ZS1, UniGear Type ZS1 and UniSafe
• 24 kV, 1600 ...2500 A, ...25 kA
24
310
ABB VD 4
681
549
ø35
475
325
21.5
!
19
4
18
25 320
370
383
0
653 13.5 283 ±2 303 250 -3 50
650 8
16 210 210 16
55
Stroke 8 -11mm
Weights:
• Weight with manual charging mechanism approx. 110 kg.
• Weight is increased by around 5 kg if charging motor
is fitted.
• Weight is increased by about 2 kg if the motor-driven withdrawable
assembly is used.

• Use in ZS8.4, with or without tee-off partitioning
• 24 kV, ...1250 A, ...25 kA
25
-X0 26 24 25 10 4 5 3 27 43 32 31 11 8 23 6 7 9 28 29 1 40
26
3.3
- S6 3 –K0 1
OFF
4
2 4
Note:
22 53
-S1 32 13
31 14
21 54 -S7 1
2
-M0
S3 21 31 53 13 43 -S4 13 53 41 31 21 -S5 13 43 53 31 21
M P
22 32 54 14 44 14 54 42 32 22 14 44 54 32 22
order documentation.
41 -Y7
42 -Y1
-S2 0 -R0
2
ON
-Y0 -V1 -Y3 A -Y9 -Y4 -Y2

-K0
E
B
A
-V0
-V3 -Y9 -Y4 -Y2

Wiring diagrams for C.B. on withdrawable part
various VD4 types. The scope of equipment
fitted in each individual case can be found in the

the relevant switchgear list, and the euquipment
possible within an individual type series is listed in
ponents and all further equipment options for the
The wiring diagrams comprise the basic com-
-X0 36 34 35 45 46 20 14 15 2 13 37 44 42 30 41 21 22 18 33 16 17 19 38 39
-Q0
-X0
Note:
-Y0 Block Magnet on truck with rectifier -V0 -S1 Auxiliary switch on mechanism Mode of presentation:
-Y1 Closing block magnet with rectifier -V1 -S2 Auxiliary switch on block magnet -Y1
• Aux. switch -S1 shown for c.b.-mechanism discharged
withdrawable part
-Y2 1. Shunt release OFF with rectifier -V2 -S3 Auxiliary switch on switch shaft
-Y3 Closing release with rectifier -V3 -S4 Auxiliary switch on switch shaft • C.b.-unit in service position
-Y4 Undervoltage release U< with rectifier -V4 -S5 Auxiliary switch on switch shaft • Control wiring plug 58-pole
-Y7 Indirect overcurrent release -S6 Auxiliary switch at c.b.-unit • Earthing switch mechanical interlock with c.b.-unit:
-Y9 2. Shunt release OFF with rectifier -V9 -S7 Fleeting contact 35ms for c.b. tripped indication a) C.b.-unit in test position:
Earth. switch can be operated
-M0 Charging motor
b) Earth. switch open position:
-K0 Antipumping relay C.b.-unit can be moved in the service position
Figure 3/8: Wiring diagram for VD4 vacuum circuit-breaker on manually movable withdrawable assembly.
• Type A of withdrawable part
• Maximum of equipment
• Control wiring plug 58-pole
• Use in panel system ZS, in powerbloc and mounting frame
Please see section 8.5 for explanation to the
• Drawing no. GCE2032404

-X0 26 24 25 4 5 3 27 43 32 31 11 8 23 6 7 9 28 29 1 40 55 57 10 49 52
1
OFF -K0
2 4 -X 7 9 2 4 1
22 53 32 13
-S1
1
21 54 31 14 53 43 33 23 13
-S7
-S8
-M0 21 31 53 13 43 2 13 53 41 31 21 13 43 53 31 21 54 44 34 24 14
M -S3 -S4 -S5
P
22 32 54 14 44 14 54 42 32 22 14 44 54 32 22
-X 8 3 5 6
41
-Y7
-Y1 0
42 -X 17 12 13
-S2 -R0
2
ON
~
53 43 33 23 13
+ -
-S9
E
-Y0 A -V1 -Y3 A -Y9 -Y4 -Y2 SERVICE-
~ 54 44 34 24 14
-K0 POSITION
B
+ ~ ~ ~ ~
-V0 - + + - + - + -
~ ~ -X 18 11 14 15 16
TEST-
- -V3 -V9 -V4 -V2 POSITION
~ ~ ~ ~
-X0 36 34 35 45 46 20 14 15 2 13 37 44 42 30 41 21 22 18 33 17 19 38 39 56 58 16 54 53 51 50
-Y2 1. Shunt release OFF with rectifier -V2 -S3 Auxiliary switch on switch shaft • Aux. switch -S1 shown for c.b.-mechanism discharged
-Y7 Indirect overcurrent release -S7 Fleeting contact 35ms for c.b. tripped indication • Earthing switch mechanical interlock with c.b.-unit:
-Y9 2. Shunt release OFF with rectifier -V9 -S8 Limit switch test position a) C.b.-unit in test position:
-M0 Charging motor -S9 Limit switch service position Earth. switch can be operated
-K0 Antipumping relay
C.b.-unit can be moved in the service position
• Type B of withdrawable part
• Auxiliary switch -S5 wired
• Drawing no. GCE2132701P0101
27
-X0 26 24 25 32 4 5 3 27 43*) 32 *) 31 11 8 23 6 7 9 28 29 1 40 55 57 10 49 52 47 44
28
1
OFF -K0
2 4 -X 7 9 4 13 2 1
22 53 32 13
-S1
1
21 54 31 14 53 43 33 21 13
-S7
-S8
-M0 21 31 53 13 43 2 13 53 41 31 21 13 43 53 31 21 54 44 34 22 14
M -S3 -S4 -S5
P
22 32 54 14 44 14 54 42 32 22 14 44 54 32 22
-X 8 5 3 6
41
-Y7
-Y1 0
42 -X 17 12
-S2 -R0
2
ON
~
-X1 5 53 43 33 21 13
+ -
-S9
E
GN
A -V1 -Y3 A -Y9 -Y4 -Y2 SERVICE-
~ 54 44 34 22 14
-M1 -K0 POSITION
M
B
WH
~ ~ ~ ~
-X1 7 - + + - + - + -
-X 18 11 15 14 16
TEST-
-V3 -V9 -V4 -V2 POSITION
~ ~ ~ ~
-X0 36 34 35 12 20 14 15 2 13 37 44*) 42 *) 30 41 21 22 18 33 16 17 19 38 39 56 58 53 54 48 45 51 50
-Y1 Closing block magnet with rectifier -V1 -S1 Auxiliary switch on mechanism Mode of presentation:
-Y2 1. Shunt release OFF with rectifier -V2 -S2 Auxiliary switch on block magnet -Y1
-Y3 Closing release with rectifier -V3 -S3 Auxiliary switch on switch shaft • Aux. switch -S1 shown for c.b.-mechanism discharged
-Y4 Undervoltage release U< with rectifier -V4 -S4 Auxiliary switch on switch shaft • C.b.-unit in service position
-Y7 Indirect overcurrent release -S5 Auxiliary switch on switch shaft • Control wiring plug 58-pole
-Y9 2. Shunt release OFF with rectifier -V9 • Earthing switch mechanical interlock with c.b.-unit:
-S7 Fleeting contact ≥ 30 ms for c.b. tripped indication
a) C.b.-unit in test position:
-M0 Charging motor -S8 Limit switch test position Earth. switch can be operated
-K0 Antipumping relay -S9 Limit switch service position b) Earth. switch open position:
-M1 Motor drive for draw out C.b.-unit can be moved in the service position
*) Connection points when undervoltage release -Y4
or indirect overcurrent release -Y7 are fittet:
-Y4: 42-43
-Y7: 42-43
Figure 3/10: Wiring diagram for VD4 vacuum circuit-breaker on motor-driven withdrawable assembly.
• Auxiliary switch -S5 free used
• Drawing no. GCE2132702P0101
-X0 A7 A16 A1 C9 A5 B15 C15 A10 C3 C5 B4 A12 B2 B5 B11 B7 A15 B9 B13 D15 D7 D5 C7 C14 D9 D11 D2
-S6 3 -K0 1
OFF
4
2 4 7 9 2 4 1
-X
22 53
S1 32 13
31 14
21 54 -S7 1
-S8 53 43 33 23 13
2
54 44 34 24 14
-M0
M -S3 21 31 53 13 43 -S4 13 53 41 31 21 -S5 13 43 53 31 21
P
22 32 54 14 44 14 54 42 32 22 14 44 54 32 22
-X
8 3 5 6
41 -Y7
42 -Y1
0 -X 17 12 13
-S2 -R0
2
ON
-S9 53 43 33 23 13
E
54 44 34 24 14
-Y0 A -V1 -Y3 A -Y9 -Y4 -Y2 SERVICE-
-K0 POSITION
-V0 -X
TEST- 18 11 14 15 16
POSITION
-V3 -V9 -V4 -V2
-X0 A8 A9 A2 D13 D14 C8 A6 B16 C2 C1 A11 C4 C6 A4 A3 A14 A13 B3 B6 B12 B8 B1 B10 B14 D16 D8 D6 D10 D12 D4 D3 D1 C16
A1
A2
A3
A4
A5
A6
A7
A8
A9
A10
A11
A12
A13
A14
A15
A16
B1
B2
B3
B4
B5
B6
B7
B8
B9
B10
B11
B12
B13
B14
B15
B16
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
C6
C7
C8
C9
C10
C11
C12
C13
C14
C15
C16
D1
D2
D3
D4
D5
D6
D7
D8
D9
D10
D11
D12
D13
D14
D15
D16
-Q0
• Aux. switch -S1 shown for c.b.-mechanism discharged
• C.b.-unit in service position
-Y3 Closing release with rectifier -V3 -S4 Auxiliary switch on switch shaft
-Y4 Undervoltage release U< with rectifier -V4 -S5 Auxiliary switch on switch shaft
• Earthing switch mechanical interlock with c.b.-unit:
-Y7 Indirect overcurrent release -S6 Auxiliary switch at c.b.-unit
a) C.b.-unit in test position:
-Y9 2. Shunt release OFF with rectifier -V9 -S7 Fleeting contact 35ms for c.b. tripped indication Earth. switch can be operated
-M0 Charging motor -S8 Limit switch test position b) Earth. switch open position:
-K0 Antipumping relay -S9 Limit switch service position C.b.-unit can be moved in the service position
Figure 3/11: Wiring diagram for VD4 vacuum circuit-breaker on manually mov able withdrawable assembly.
• Type B of withdraw part or/and with auxiliary switch -S6 at withdrawable part
• Use in panel systemZS, in powerbloc and mounting frame
29
• Drawing no. GCE2009153
-X0 A7 A16 A1 A5 B15 C15 A10 C3 C5 B4 A12 B2 B5 B11 B7 A15 B9 B13 D15 D7 D5 C7 C14 D2
30
-K0 1
OFF
7 9 2 4 1
2 4 -X
22 53 32 13
-S1
1
21 54 31 14 -S7 53 43 33 23 13
-S8
2
-M0 21 31 53 13 43 13 53 41 31 21 13 43 53 31 21 54 44 34 24 14
-S3 -S4 -S5
M P
22 32 54 14 44 14 54 42 32 22 14 44 54 32 22 -X
8 3 5 6
41
-Y7
-Y1 0 -X 17 12 13
42 -S2 -R0
2
ON
~
+ 53 43 33 23 13
- -S9
E
-V1 A SERVICE-
-Y0 A ~ -Y3 -Y9 -Y4 -Y2 54 44 34 24 14
-K0
POSITION
B
+ ~ ~ ~ ~
-V0 - + + - + - + - -X
~ ~ 18 11 14 15 16
-V3 -V9 -V4 -V2 TEST-
- ~ ~ POSITION
~ ~
-X0 A8 A9 A2 D13 D14 C8 A6 B16 C2 C1 A11 C4 C6 A4 A3 A14 A13 B3 B6 B8 B1 B10 B14 D16 D8 D6 D12 D4 D3 D1 C16
C10
C11
C12
C13
C14
C15
C16
D10
D11
D12
D13
D14
D15
D16
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
C6
C7
C8
C9
A10
A11
A12
A13
A14
A15
A16
D1
D2
D3
D4
D5
D6
D7
D8
D9
B10
B11
B12
B13
B14
B15
B16
A1
A2
A3
A4
A5
A6
A7
A8
A9
B1
B2
B3
B4
B5
B6
B7
B8
B9
-Q0
-Y0 Block magnet on truck with rectifier -V0 -S1 Auxiliary switch on mechanism Mode of presentation:
-Y2 1. Shunt release OFF with rectifier -V2 -S3 Auxiliary switch on switch shaft • Aux. switch -S1 shown for c.b.-mechanism discharged
-Y7 Indirect overcurrent release -S7 Fleeting contact 35ms for c.b. tripped indication • Earthing switch mechanical interlock with c.b.-unit:
-Y9 2. Shunt release OFF with rectifier -V9 -S8 Limit switch test position a) C.b.-unit in test position:
-M0 Charging motor -S9 Limit switch service position Earth. switch can be operated
-K0 Antipumping relay b) Earth. switch open position:
• With closing block magnet -Y1
• Auxiliary switch -S5 wired
• Use in panel system ZS8.4
• Drawing no. GCE5589251S0101
-X0 A7 A16 A1 A5 B15 C15 A10 C3 C5 B4 A12 B2 B5 B11 B7 A15 B9 B13 D15 D7 D5 D9 D11 D2
-K0 1
OFF
7 9 2 4 1
2 4 -X
22 53 32 13
-S1
1
21 54 31 14 -S7 53 43 33 23 13
-S8
2
-M0 21 31 53 13 43 13 53 41 31 21 13 43 53 31 21 54 44 34 24 14
-S3 -S4 -S5
M P
22 32 54 14 44 14 54 42 32 22 14 44 54 32 22 -X
8 3 5 6
41
-Y7
42 -X 17 12 13
-R0
ON
53 43 33 23 13
-S9
E
-Y0 A -Y3 A -Y9 -Y4 -Y2 SERVICE-
POSITION 54 44 34 24 14
-K0
B
+ ~ ~ ~ ~
-V0 - + + - + - + - -X
~ ~ 18 11 14 15 16
-V3 -V9 -V4 -V2 TEST-
- ~ ~ POSITION
~ ~
-X0 A8 A9 A2 D13 D14 A6 B16 C2 C1 A11 C4 C6 A4 A3 A14 A13 B3 B6 B12 B8 B1 B10 B14 D16 D8 D6 D10 D12 D4 D3 D1 C16
C10
C11
C12
C13
C14
C15
C16
D10
D11
D12
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
C6
C7
C8
C9
A10
A11
A12
A13
A14
A15
A16
D1
D2
D3
D4
D5
D6
D7
D8
D9
B10
B11
B12
B13
B14
B15
B16
A1
A2
A3
A4
A5
A6
A7
A8
A9
B1
B2
B3
B4
B5
B6
B7
B8
B9
D13
D14
D15
D16
-Q0
-Y3 Closing release with rectifier -V3 -S4 Auxiliary switch on switch shaft • Aux. switch -S1 shown for c.b.-mechanism discharged
-Y4 Undervoltage release U< with rectifier -V4 -S5 Auxiliary switch on switch shaft • C.b.-unit in service position
-Y7 Indirect overcurrent release -S7 Fleeting contact 35ms for c.b. tripped indication • Control wiring plug 64-pole
-Y9 2. Shunt release OFF with rectifier -V9 -S8 Limit switch test position • Earthing switch mechanical interlock with c.b.-unit:
-M0 Charging motor -S9 Limit switch service position a) C.b.-unit in test position:
-K0 Antipumping relay Earth. switch can be operated
• Without closing block magnet -Y1
• Auxiliary switch -S5 free used
• Use in panel system ZS8.4
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• Drawing no. GCE5589251S0200
4 Structure and function The stored-energy spring mechanism essentially
consists of drum 33 containing the spiral spring,
the charging system, the latching and operating
4.1 Basic structure of the circuit-breaker on mechanism and the linkages which transmit the
withdrawable breaker assembly force to the breaker poles. In addition, there are
(Figures 4/1 to 4/3 and 7/1) supplementary components such as the charging
motor, releases, auxiliary switches and the controls
The withdrawable part, which can be moved
and instruments located on the front of the
manually or by a motor if fitted, consists of a steel
mechanism enclosure 9.1.
sheet structure on which the circuit-breaker with its
ancillary components is mounted. The operating mechanism is fundamentally suitable
for auto-reclosing and, due to the short charging
Insulated contact arms 6 with the spring-loaded
times, also for multi-shot auto-reclosing.
contact systems 7 are fitted to the circuit-breaker
poles. These create the electrical connection to the In the basic version of the circuit-breaker, the
panel when the withdrawable part is inserted into spring energy storage mechanism is charged
the service position. manually. The operating mechanism can optionally
be fitted with a charging motor.
A multi-pole control wiring plug connector 8
connects the signalling, protection and control There is one rating plate with the main data of the
wiring between the panel and the withdrawable switch equipment on front plate 9.2, and another at
part. the lower front right in mechanism enclosure 9.1.
The withdrawable assembly and the circuit-breaker The basic version of the stored-energy spring
are connected via a multi-pole control wiring plug mechanism is fitted with the following auxiliary
connector 8.3. equipment:
As soon as the withdrawable part has been slid • Shunt release OFF -Y2
into the panel and its base frame has engaged in
• Five-pole auxiliary switch -S4 for
the test/disconnected position, it is positively con-
annunciation purposes
nected to the panel. At the same time, it is earthed
by its travel rollers in their rails. The stored-energy • Auxiliary switch -S7 for fault annunciation
spring mechanism of the circuit-breaker, including • Mechanical ON push-button 11
its controls and indicators, is accessible at the front
of the withdrawable part. • Mechanical OFF push-button 12
Withdrawable parts of the same version are • Mechanical position indicator 13
interchangable. With the same dimensions but dif- • Charging condition indicator 18 for the
ferent circuit-breaker equipment, coding of the spring energy storage mechanism
control wiring plug prevents impermissible
combinations of withdrawable parts and panels. • Mechanical operating cycle counter 14.
The following additional equipment can be installed:
4.2 Structure of the breaker poles
• Blocking magnet -Y1 with auxiliary switch -S2
(Figures 4/2, 4/5 and 4/6)
• Shunt release ON -Y3
The poles in column design are mounted on the
bracket-shaped rear part of mechanism enclosure 9.1. • Second shunt release OFF -Y9
The live parts of the breaker poles are enclosed in
• Indirect overcurrent release -Y7
cast resin and protected from impacts and other
external influences. • Undervoltage release -Y4
With the breaker closed, the current path leads • Five-pole auxiliary switches -S3 and -S5
from the upper breaker terminal 21 to the fixed
contact 20.2 in the vacuum interrupter 20, then via • Charging motor -M0
the moving contact 20.3 and flexible connector 23 • Five-pole auxiliary switch -S1 to switch the
(or via multi-contact strips, depending on rated charging motor.
current) to the lower breaker terminal 22.
The switching motions are effected by means of 4.3.1 Releases, blocking magnet and auxiliary switches
the insulated link rod 26 with internal contact force (Figures 2/15, 4/4, 4/7 and 8/1 to 8/3)
springs 25.
• The releases and the blocking magnet are
4.3 Structure of the breaker operating mechanism mounted at the top left on the spring operating
mechanism.
(Figures 4/4, 4/6 and 4/7)
• The allocation of the auxiliary switches can be
The operating mechanism is of the stored-energy seen in the wiring diagram of figure 2/15.
spring type. The necessary operating energy is
stored ready for activation by charging the spring
energy storage mechanism.
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• The five-pole auxiliary switch -S1 is operated by 2. The undervoltage release (-Y4) and/or indirect
the charging condition indicator 18. It controls the overcurrent release (-Y7) are pure safety and
charging motor -M0, serves as an electrical inter- protection releases and must not be used for
lock for shunt release ON -Y3 when the spring switching in normal operation.
mechanism is not sufficiently charged, and also
4.3.2 Mounting of the VD4 on trucks from other
provides an electrical switching readiness signal.
manufacturers
• Operation of the five-pole auxiliary switches VD4 circuit-breakers which are not installed on
-S3, -S4 and -S5 is dependent on the switching ABB withdrawable parts must be fitted with one
position of the circuit-breaker. or two additional auxiliary switches which are
• Auxiliary switch -S3 interrupts the circuit of the dependent on the mechanical lock and release
optional additional shunt release OFF -Y9 with device. These must interrupt the circuit of shunt
the circuit-breaker in the open position, and the release ON -Y3.
circuits of shunt release ON -Y3 and the optional Similary to auxiliary switches -S8 and -S9 in Calor
blocking magnet -Y1 with the circuit-breaker in Emag withdrawable parts, no electrial pulse may
the closed position. There is one further NOC for arrive during and before mechanical blocking of the
other purposes. spindle mechanism, and may only be applied again
after the end of mechanical blocking.
• On failure or absence of the control voltage,
This ensures that the shunt release ON cannot be
blocking magnet -Y1 mechanically locks the ON
loaded with an electrical ON pulse when the
half shaft and simultaneously acts on the corre-
withdrawable part is in an intermediate position,
sponding auxiliary switch -S2 to interrupt the
which could burn out the coil.
circuit of shunt release ON -Y3.
• Blocking magnet -Y1 is accessible when front 4.4 Function
plate 9.2 is removed. 4.4.1 Charging of the spring energy storage mechanism
• Auxiliary switch -S4 interrupts the circuit of shunt (Figures 4/6, 4/7 and 7/1)
release OFF -Y2 with the circuit-breaker in To provide the necessary motive energy, the spring
the open position. One further NOC and three energy storage mechanism, either charged auto-
NCCs are available for annunciation, control and matically by a charging motor or manually in a
interlock purposes. vertical pumping action with charging lever 19,
• Auxiliary switch -S5 can be optionally designed depending on the equipment fitted to the circuit-
with any possible combination of contacts from breaker. The current charging condition is shown at
five NOCs to five NCCs. Its contacts are availa- charging condition indicator 18.
ble for any required control, annunciation or in- As a precondition for an auto-reclosing sequence,
terlock functions. The auxiliary switch is normally the operating mechanism is either (re-)charged after
configured as shown in figure 2/15. a closing operation automatically by the charging
• The single pole auxiliary switch -S7 (fleeting con- motor, or it requires (re-)charging by hand if the
tact time ≥ 30 ms) serves to provide a fault signal operating mechanism is of the manual type.
("breaker released"). 4.4.2 Closing procedure
With remote control, the auxiliary switch is (Figures 4/4, 4/6 and 4/7)
necessarily operated by:
The closing process is started by the mechanical
– Shunt release OFF -Y2 or ON push-button 11, or by activation of shunt release
– Shunt release OFF -Y9 or ON -Y3. The release mechanism 31 then permits
drive shaft 30 to be rotated by the (previously)
– Undervoltage release -Y4 or
charged spiral spring. The moving contact 20.3 in
– Indirect overcurrent release -Y7. vacuum interrupter 20 is moved until the contacts
Note: touch by cam disk 29 and further kinematic links. In
the further sequence of motion, spring arrangement
1. Shunt releases OFF (-Y2) and ON (-Y3) are ex- 25 is tensioned and the appropriate amount of
clusively provided for opening and closing in nor- contact force thus applied. The available overtravel
mal operation. For safety breaking operations, is higher than the maximum value of contact erosion
the second shunt release OFF (-Y9) must be during lifetime of the interrupter. During the closing
used, in most cases with a separate control process, opening springs 27 are simultaneously
voltage supply. tensioned.
These three releases are of the solenoid type
and suitable for a large number of operating
cycles.
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4.4.3 Opening procedure 4.5 Interlocks/protection against maloperation
(Figures 4/4, 4/6 and 4/7) for the withdrawable circuit-breaker part
The opening procedure is initiated by mechanical OFF A series of interlocks are provided to prevent
push-button 12 or by activation of one of releases -Y2, dangerous situations and any maloperation. The
-Y4, -Y7 or -Y9. Observe the notes in section 4.3.1 on interlocks of the panel system ZS and/or the
control of the releases. Release mechanism 31 then mounting frame, which are normally effective, are
permits drive shaft 30 to be turned further by the spring as follows (concerning the circuit-breaker):
energy storage mechanism, which is still sufficiently
• The withdrawable part can only be moved from
charged. Opening spring 27, which is thus released,
the test/disconnected position into the service
moves contact 20.3 into the open position at a defined
position (and back) with the circuit-breaker open
speed.
and the earthing switch open (that means that
4.4.4 Auto-reclosing sequence the breaker must opened before)
An OFF-ON or OFF-ON-OFF auto-reclosing sequen- • The circuit-breaker can only be closed when the
ce is activated and checked by the protection withdrawable part is precisely in the defined test
system. It is necessary for the spiral spring in the position or service position (mechanical inter-
operating mechanism to be in the (re-)charged lock, with additional electrical interlock for
condition, with the circuit-breaker in the closed circuit-breakers with electrical releases).
position. The (re-)charging process is carried out
• The circuit-breaker can only be opened
automatically after closing of the breaker on
manually in the service or test position when no
breakers with motor charging mechanisms, but
control voltage is applied, and cannot be closed
must be carried out manually on breakers without
(electromechanical interlock).
charging motors (or when the charging motor has
broken down). Opening of the breaker is also • Connection and disconnection of the control
possible during the (re-)charging process, but sub- wiring plug connector (8.1) is only in the test/
sequent closing of the breaker is however blocked disconnected position possible.
until the charging process has been completed. • The earthing switch can only be closed when the
4.4.5 Quenching principle of the vacuum interrupter withdrawable part is in the test/disconnected
position or the removed position (mechanical
Due to the extremely low static interrupter cham-
interlock).
ber pressure of 10-4 to 10-8 mbar, only a relatively
small contact gap is required to achieve a high • The withdrawable part cannot be moved from
dielectric strength. The arc is extinguished on one the test/disconnected position into the service
of the first natural current zeros. position when the earthing switch is closed
(mechanical interlock).
Due to the small contact gap and the high
conductivity of the metal vapour plasma, the arc • Details of any additional interlocks, e.g. in
drop voltage, and additionally, due to the short connection with a blocking magnet on the
arcing time, the associated arc energy, are extre- withdrawable part and/or earthing switch
mely low, which has advantageous effects on operating mechanism, can be found in the order
the life of the contacts and thus on that of the documents for each individual case (see also
vacuum interrupters. section 8.5.6).
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8.1
6
9.3 7
10
Figure 4/1: Withdrawable part with circuit-breaker, mechanism side. Figure 4/2: Withdrawable part with circuit-breaker, pole side.
3 Withdrawable assembly 6 Contact arm with insulating sleeve

8.1 Control wiring plug 7 Contact system
9 Circuit-breaker operating mechanism
9.3 Handling hole on both sides
10 Breaker pole
3 4.1 4 -S9 -S8 8.3
Figure 4/3: Withdrawable assembly with built-in auxiliary switch

(type B, see section 8.5)
-S8 Test position indicator

-S9 Service position indicator
3 Control wiring connector plug for
withdrawable assembly
4 Spindle
4.1 Scene head on spindle
8.3 Control wiring connector plug for withdrawable
assembly
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9.1
9.2
11
12 20.1
20.2
14
20.3
13 20.4
15 20.5
18 20.7
17 20.6
Figure 4/4: Circuit-breaker front with controls and annunciations Figure 4/5: Partial section of a vacuum interrupter,
simplified schematic diagram
9.1 Mechanism enclosure (Details vary according to the specified switching duties)
9.2 Front plate
11 ON push-button 20.1 Insulator
12 OFF push-button 20.2 Fixed contact
13 Mechanical position indicator 20.3 Movable contact
14 Mechanical operating cycle counter 20.4 Metal bellows
15 Recess for charging lever 19 20.5 Screen
17 Rating plate 20.6 Guide
18 Mechanical charging condition indicator 20.7 Interrupter lid
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38
15
37
35
34
31 33
Figure 4/6: Basic structure of the stored-energy spring mechanism

15 Recess
19 Charging lever
20 Vacuum interrupter
20.3 Movable contact
21 Upper breaker terminal
22 Lower breaker terminal
23 Flexible connector Figure 4/7: View of the stored-energy spring mechanism and
25 Contact force spring auxiliary equipment with the front plate removed
26 Insulated coupling rod
15 Recess for charging lever 19
27 Opening spring
31 Release and control mechanism on the drive shaft
28 Shift lever pair
33 Drum with spiral spring
29 Cam disk
34 Chain drive
30 Drive shaft
35 Ratchet wheel
31 Release mechanism
37 Charging motor
32 Stop disk
38 Release and control mechanism area
39 Auxiliary switch block
34 Chain drive
35 Ratchet wheel
36 Left-hand control cam
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5 Despatch and storage 5.5 Intermediate storage
Intermediate storage of the switchgear in the
5.1 Condition on delivery switch position OFF and the stored-energy spring
• The factory-assembled switching devices are mechanisms discharged
checked at the works for completeness of the
equipment installed and simultaneously
subjected to a routine test in accordance with (Indicator DISCHARGED: ).
VDE 0670, part 1000 or IEC publication 60694,
thus verifying their correct structure and Conditions for optimum intermediate storage:
function. 1. Devices with basic packaging or unpacked:
5.2 Packaging • A dry and well ventilated storeroom with
The switching devices are mounted individually on climate in accordance with VDE 0670, part
a wooden pallet and sealed in film and/or packed in 1000 / IEC 60694.
cardboard for delivery. • Room temperature which does not fall below
Packaging for overseas shipment: –5 °C.
• Drying agent bags inserted in the film-sealed • Do not remove or damage the packaging.
packaging. • Unpackaged devices:
• Drying agent bags according to DIN 55473. – Are to be loosely covered with protective
5.3 Transport sheeting.
Loading of the package units must only be carried – Sufficient air circulation must be
out with a maintained.
• crane, • Check regularly for any condensation.
• fork-lift truck and/or
2. Devices with seaworthy or similar packaging
• trolley jack. with internal protective sheeting:
Notes: • Store the transport units:
• Avoid impact during handling.
– protected from the weather,
• Do not subject to other damaging mechanical
– dry,
stresses.
– safe from damage.
• Lifting gear must not be attached to the breaker
poles or parts of the operating mechanism. Use • Check the packaging for damage.
the lifting lugs T for hoists. • If the maximum storage period starting from
the date of packaging has been exceeded:
5.4 Delivery
The duties of the consignee on receipt of the – The protective function of the packaging is
switching devices at site include the following: no longer guaranteed.
• Checking the delivery for completeness and – Suitable action must be taken if inter-
freedom from damage (e.g. moisture and its mediate storage is to continue.
adverse effects).
• Any short quantities, defects or damage in
transit:
– Must be precisely documented on the
consignment note.
– The shipper/carrier is to be notified
immediately in accordance with the liability
provisions of the German general conditions
for forwarders (ADSp/KVO).
Note:
Always take photographs to document any major
damage.
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6 Installation and mounting of the 7 Commissioning / Operation
breaker 7.1 Note on safety at work
Careful and professional installation of the switch- • This switchgear may only be operated by
gear is one of the fundamental conditions of specially trained personnel who are familiar with
trouble-free circuit-breaker operation. the characteristics of the particular device.
• Install the mechanism enclosure in the panel • Observe the relevant instructions in section
without tension or distortion, inserting dished „Standards and specifications“.
washers below the nuts or bolt heads at each of 7.2 Preparatory activities
the four mounting points (dependent on the (Prior to application of primary voltage)
order).
• Check the circuit-breaker for any kind of damage
• Connect the main terminals without any perma- or other injurious environmental influence, and
nent tension or pressure forces, exerted for restore to the proper condition where necessary.
example by the conductor bars. • Remove any contamination, particularly on
• When connecting the conductor bars, the bolts insulating parts, which has occurred during
must be inserted to the depth shown on the transit, storage or installation.
dimensional drawing. • Lifting lugs for high current circuit-breakers, if still
• Take account of any tested terminal zone. fitted, must be removed.
• Check the primary and secondary connections
• Use DIN bolts of tensile class 8.8, fastening and the protectiv conductor terminal.
conductor bars together with dished washers.
• Check mechanical and electrical interlocks for
• Make a short-circuit proof connection between effectiveness, without using force.
the PE conductor and the main earthing bar in • Charge the spring energy storage mechanism
the switchgear, using contact washers. by hand (see section „Charging the spring
• Remove any dirt. See also section „Servicing“. energy storage mechanism“).
• For test purposes, switch the mechanism on and
off using the mechanical operating elements 11 or
Recommended
12 (note in this context any specified design
rated tightening torque 1)
Nm
supply voltage and any interlocks installed).
Lubricant 2) • Check the charging motor on circuit-breakers
with motor-operated mechanisms by applying
Thread size without Oil supply voltage.
(try) or grease
• On motor-driven withdrawable parts, check the
M 6 10.5 4.5 direction of rotation of the travel motors as
described in section „Checking the direction of
M 8 26 10
rotation of the travel motors ...“.
M 10 50 20 • For any further questions on the functions of the
M 12 86 40 withdrawable circuit-breaker part and its testing,
see section „Testing withdrawable parts“.
M 16 200 80
• Ensure that the Instruction Manual is available to
the operators at all times.
1)
• Rated tigthening torques for fasteners without Lubrication
are based on the thread friction coefficient 0.14 (the 7.3 Movement of the withdrawable breaker part
actual values of which are subject to unavoidable, in some
cases not insignificant, spread). (Figures 4/1, 4/2, 4/3, 7/1 to 7/4)
Perform switching operations with the front doors shut.
• Rated tigthening torques for fastener with lubrication in
accordance with DIN 43673. 7.3.1 Manual insertion from the test/disconnected
2)
position to the service position
Thread and contact face of head lubricated.
• Connect control wiring plug 8.1.
Take account of any tightening torques which deviate from
the general table (e.g. for contact systems or device • Close the front door.
terminals) as stated in the detailed technical documentation. • Ensure that the circuit-breaker is in the OFF
position.
It is recommended that the threads or head contact surfaces
of the bolts be lightly oiled or greased, so as to achieve a • Fit hand crank 5 on square spigot 4.2 of the
precisely defined rated tightening torque. spindle mechanism 4.
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Note: 7.3.3 Motor-driven movement of the withdrawable part
In order to avoid damage to the operating • Briefly operate the electrical control for insertion
mechanism, use the original hand crank only: or withdrawal (the withdrawable part then
– Standard version without slip clutch automatically moves into the opposite position).
– Optional version with slip clutch. • Observe the position indicator.
• Turn the crank clockwise according the table Note:
until the stop is reached and the withdrawable When the motor fails, the withdrawable part can be
part is in the service position. moved in emergency manual operation. If the drive
motor fails during movement of the withdrawable
Note:
part, the withdrawable part must be moved into a
Do not force to move the withdrawable limit position in emergency manual operation.
breaker part (max. torque 25 Nm)!
Comply with the conditions for movement of the As a precondition for an auto-reclosing sequence,
withdrawable part as set out in section 8.5.6! the operating mechanism is either (re-)charged
after a closing operation automatically by the
Number of crank turns
charging motor, or it requires (re-)charging by
Panel type 12/17.5 kV 24 kV hand if the operating mechanism is of the manual
type.
ZS1, Powerbloc,
mounting frame 20 30 Emergency manual operation:
Emergency manual operation is carried out with the
ZS8.4
hand crank 5 on the spindle mechanism 4, in a
without feeder
similar manner to operation of a withdrawable
partitioning 20 25
breaker part with manual systems:
ZS8.4 • Turn off the supply voltage (m.c.b.), since the
with feeder motor would otherwise be braked electrically.
partitioning 25 25
• Turn hand crank 5 in the required direction.
• Observe the position indicator. When the withdrawable part moves, the motor
turns. The motor functions in such a case like a
• Remove hand crank 5 by pressing first against
generator, i.e. it can lead to reverse voltages in
the hand crank and then remove.
the terminals.
Note:
The motor protection device must not be
When removing the crank, it is essential to ensure changed from the specified type and rated
that the spring-loaded scene head 4.1 slides into value, or the behaviour of the permanent magnet
the untensioned front position. Spindle 4 is thus motor could be irreversibly impaired
locked in place, preventing inadvertent turning of
the spindle. Turning of the spindle opens auxiliary 7.3.4 Withdrawal from the test/disconnected position
switches -S8/-S9 and thus prevents the circuit- onto the service truck
breaker from being operated. • Open the door of the circuit-breaker compartment.
Note: • Release control wiring plug 8.1 and engage it in
The withdrawable part must not be stopped at any the storage position on the withdrawable part.
position in the travel range between the service • Position service truck 48 with the guide pins
position and test/disconnected position! 48.2 of the adjustable bench top at the correct
7.3.2 Manual withdrawal from the service position into height facing the panel front, and allow catch
the test/disconnected position 48.3 to engage.
• Ensure that the circuit-breaker is in the OFF • Move sliding handles 3.1 inwards against the
position. springs to release withdrawable part 1, withdraw
onto the service truck and secure it in the
• Reverse the procedure described above for catches on the truck.
insertion into the service position.
• Press the release lever (at the front underneath
Note: the bench top) and release the service truck
Withdrawable parts with blocking magnet -Y0 may from the panel.
not be forcibly moved during power failures. In
such a case they are blocked in the service and test
positions. For deblocking, see section 8.5.6.
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7.3.5 Insertion from the service truck into the test/ 7.4.2 Closing and opening the circuit-breaker
disconnected position
With the withdrawable part in the service position,
• Carry out the procedure as described above for on and off switching operations should only be
withdrawal, changing the order accordingly. carried out with the doors closed.
7.4 Operation of the circuit-breaker • Closing operation:
(Figures 4/4 and 7/1)
Press mechanical ON push-button 11, or
7.4.1 Charging the spring energy storage mechanism operate the electrical control unit.
Circuit-breakers with charging motors: • Opening operation:
• Charging takes place automatically.
Press mechanical OFF push-button 12, or
• If the charging motor breaks down, the charging operate the electrical control unit.
process can be carried out or completed manually.
Observe the notes in section 4.3.1.
Circuit-breakers with manual charging mecha-
nisms: The operating cycle counter 14 is automatically
• Insert charging lever 19 into recess 15 and incremented by one complete figure with each
pump up and down for approx. 25 strokes switching cycle. On completion of a switching
until the charged condition is displayed. operation the position indicator 13 in the window
of front plate 9.2 shows the appropriate position
• When the charged condition is reached, the
of the circuit-breaker.
charging mechanism automatically disengages,
and further strokes of the charging lever have no • Anti-pumping relay:
effect. The anti-pumping relay-K0 (wiring diagram in
Key to the charging condition indications: figure 2/15) prevents repeated ON-OFF swit-
ching operations if, for example, the breaker is
tripped by a protection relay in response to a
primary side fault while a permanent electrical
Discharged Charged closing command is simultaneously applied. The
circuit-breaker can then only be closed after the
closing command has been interrupted.
As a precondition for an autoreclosing sequence, • Closing on failure of supply voltage:
the operating mechanism is either (re-)charged
after a closing operation automatically by the – With standard equipment:
charging motor, or it requires (re-)charging by On failure of the control voltage, mechanical
hand if the operating mechanism is of the manual closing by means of ON push-button 11 is
type. possible at any time.
– With blocking magnet -Y1 fitted:
On failure of the control voltage, blocking
magnet -Y1 mechanically locks the ON
haflshaft and simultaneously interrupts the
circuit shunt release ON -Y3 via the cor-
responding auxiliary switch -S2.
Closing with the blocking magnet de-
energised requires manipulation of the circuit-
breaker operating mechanism:
– Remove front plate 9.2.
– Take care to avoid rotating parts!
• Opening on failure of supply voltage:
On failure of the supply voltage, mechanical
opening by means of OFF push-button 12 is
possible at any time.
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8
11
12
19
13
14
18
3.1
(4)/
4.2 4 1 5
Figure 7/1: Manual operation and mechanical indicators Figure 7/2: Movement of the withdrawable breaker part between
of a withdrawable breaker part, withdrawable the test/disconnected position and the service position,
circuit-breaker part in test/disconnected position clockwise up to the stop for the service position and
anti-clockwise for the test/disconnected position
Note:
1 Withdrawable circuit-breaker part
Test switching of the circuit-breaker without primary
4 Spindle mechanism
voltage can be carried out with the withdrawable part in
5 Hand crank
the test position (with the control wiring plug fitted).
3.1 Sliding handle, connected to the catch in
the withdrawable part base frame
(4) Spindle mechanism
4.2 Square spigot
8 Control wiring plug connection
11 Mechanical ON push-button
12 Mechanical OFF push-button
13 Mechanical position indicator
14 Mechanical operating cycle counter
18 Charging condition indicator
19 Charging lever
48.2
48.3
48.1
48 1 3.1
Figure 7/3: Approaching the panel and positioning the service Figure 7/4: Service truck engaged with the panel. Withdrawable
truck with the guide pins of the adjustable height bench circuit-breaker part released for removal by moving the
top at the correct height for the catch to engage sliding handles inwards
48.1 Height adjuster 1 Withdrawable circuit-breaker part
48.2 Guide pin 3.1 Sliding handle
48.3 Catch 48 Service truck (not included in supply)
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8 Maintenance 8.1.1 Service-life
Typical life-expectancies for VD4 circuit-breakers:
Maintenance serves to ensure trouble-free • Vacuum interrupter chambers: Up to 30,000
operation and achieve the longest possible work- switching cycles, depending on chamber type
ing life of the switchgear. In accordance with (see section “Permissible numbers of switching
DIN 31 051 / IEC 61208 it comprises the following cycles“)
closely related activities:
• Device: Up to 30,000 cycles under normal
Inspection: Determination of the actual condition operating conditions, depending on breaker
Servicing: Preservation of a functional condition type, and given regularly and conscientiously
performed maintenance
Repair: Measures to restore the functional
condition • Withdrawable assembly: With careful operation
and appropriately performed inspection work,
8.1 General up to 1000 movement operations can be
Vacuum circuit-breakers are characterized by achieved.
their simple and robust construction. They have a See also IEC 60298
long life expectancy. Their operating mechanisms The service life data fundamentally apply to all
have a low maintenance requirement, and the components which are not directly influenced by
interrupters are maintenance-free during their the operator.
working life. There is no adverse effect on the
vacuum, even from frequent switching of operating Components operated manually (movement of the
and short-circuit currents. withdrawable part, etc.) may deviate.
The servicing intervals and scope are determined by

8.2 Inspection and functional testing
environmental influences, the switching sequences
and number of short-circuit breaking operations. 8.2.1 Switching devices in general
Note: • The proper condition of the switching device is
The following must be observed for all maintenance to be verified by regular inspection.
work: • The checks are to be performed in accordance
• The relevant specifications in section “Standards with BGV A3 standard.
and specifications“ • Inspection at fixed intervals may be waived if the
• Notes on safety at work in section “Commis- switchgear is permanently monitored by a
sioning/Operation“ qualified personnel.
• Standards and specifications in the country of • The checks first and foremost comprise visual
installation. examination for contamination, corrosion,
Maintenance work may only be performed by fully moisture and discharge phenomena.
trained personnel, observing all the relevant safety • In unusual operating conditions (including
regulations. It is recommended that ABB after- adverse climatic conditions) and/or special envi-
sales service personnel should be called in, at least ronmental pollutions (e.g. heavy contamination
during the performance of servicing and repair and aggressive atmosphere), inspection may
work. also be necessary at shorter intervals.
While the work is in progress, all supply voltage • Visual checking of the isolating contact system.
sources must also be disconnected and secured We recommend to turn alternately the contact
to prevent reconnection. system in order to clean the inner contact points
Note: of the contact system.
In order to prevent accidents (particularly injury to The contact points should be cleaned if signs of
hands!) extreme care should be taken during unperminable overheating (discoloured surface)
all repair work on the operating mechanism, are visible (see section “Repair“)
especially with front plate removed. • If an incorrect condition is found, appropriate
The spiral spring in the spring energy storage servicing measures are to be initiated.
mechanism, for instance, retains a basic tension
8.2.2 Stored-energy spring mechanism
which is independent of the charging and
discharging processes during switching, so as to Functional testing of the operating mechanism is to
ensure correct function. This spring energy can be performed:
be inadvertently released if work is performed • after 5000 operating cycles or
incorrectly on the spring mechanism!
• during servicing work as set out in section
„Inspection, switching devices in general“.
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Prior to functional testing, switch the breaker off necessary in accordance with the safety
and regulations of DIN VDE/IEC.
• move it into the test position (withdrawable • Cleaning of surfaces in general:
breaker) or – Dry, lightly adhering dust deposits with a soft,
dry cloth.
• isolate the outgoing feeder (with stationary
mounted breakers). – More strongly adhering contamination with
slightly alkaline household cleanser or Rivolta
Note: BWR 210.
Isolate and secure the working area in accor- • Cleaning of the insulating material surfaces and
dance with the safety regulations specified by conductive components:
DIN VDE/IEC.
– Light contamination:
Scope of functional testing: with Rivolta BWR 210.
• Perform several switching operations under no- – Strongly adhering contamination:
load, above all with circuit-breakers seldom with cold cleanser 716.
operated in normal service.
Wipe down after cleaning, using clean water,
• Switch off the charging motor (if fitted) and and dry properly.
discharge the spring energy storage mechanism
• Observe the manufacturer’s instructions and the
by ON/OFF switching operations.
special ABB Instruction Manuals BA 1002/E or
• Examine visual the condition of the lubrication on BA 1006/E on safety at work.
rotary bearings, sliding surfaces, etc.
Note:
• Check the proper mechanical/electrical sequence
of the individual functions. Use only halogen free cleansers, and in no case
1.1.1-trichloroethane, trichloroethylene or carbon
8.2.3 Breaker pole tetrachloride!
No inspection of the breaker pole above and
beyond the stipulations of section „Inspection, 8.3.2 Stored-energy spring mechanism
switching devices in general“ is necessary. Servicing of the operating mechanism is to be
8.2.4 Withdrawable assembly performed after 10,000 operating cycles.
Prior to servicing, switch the breaker off, and
• The inspection should always include a visual
examination of the withdrawable part assembly. • move it out of the panel (with withdrawable
Special attention is to be paid to those parts breakers) or
which may possibly be damaged by improper • isolate the outgoing feeder (with stationary
handling. (See section “Inspection/Circuit- mounted breakers).
breaker in general“.)
Observe the safety regulations.
• Visual checking of the isolating contact system.
We recommend turning the contact system Details of the servicing:
alternately in order to clean the inner contact • Switch off the charging motor (if fitted), and
points. discharge the spring energy storage mechanism
The contact points should be cleaned if signs of by closing and opening the breaker once.
impermissible overheating (discoloured surface) • Replace parts subject to high climatic and
are visible (see section “Repairs“). mechanical stresses as a precaution.
• The interlock conditions and the ease of • For replacing highly stressed parts neutralize
movement of the lock and release device are to basic tension of the spiral spring, state the rate.
be checked as described under “Repairs“. Be careful when carrying out!
When checking the interlock conditions, it is • Relubricate pawls, support shafts, sliding and
essential to ensure that no force is used. rotating bearing surfaces. Lubricant:
Maximum torque 25 Nm! Isoflex Topas NB 52.
• Check the fit of fasteners (e.g. locking pins) in
8.3 Servicing
cranks, pins, bolts etc. Check the tightness
8.3.1 Switching devices in general of fastening bolts.
If cleaning is found to be necessary during • Always replace any spring lock washers, split
inspections as set out in „Inspection, switching pins and other fasteners removed during the
devices in general“, the following procedure is to work with new parts when reassembling the
be adopted: equipment.
• Prior to cleaning, the working area is to be • Check the general condition of the operating
isolated and secured against reclosing where mechanism and recharge the spring energy
storage mechanism.
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• Perform comprehensive mechanical and electrical • Open the circuit-breaker.
functional tests. Observe the instructions on • Earth all poles of the circuit-breaker on one side.
setting.
• Connect the earthed test lead of the the VIDAR
• Ensure that the bolted joints at the contact vacuum checker conductively to the station
locations of the conductor bar system and the earth.
earthing connections are tight.
• Connect the high voltage test lead of the VIDAR
Note: vacuum checker with phase L1 of the unearthed
Above mentioned work may only be performed by pole side and test the vacuum interrupter
the after-sales service personnel of ABB or ade- chamber with the circuit-breaker contact gap
quately qualified personnel. open. Repeat for phases L2 and L3.
Note:
8.3.3 Breaker pole
Connected cables may lead to a “detective“
The breaker pole with the vacuum interrupter is indication on the vacuum checker as a result of
maintenance-free up to reaching the permissible their cable capacitance. In such cases, the cables
number of vacuum interrupter operating cycles in are not be removed.
accordance with section „Permissible number of
vacuum interrupter switching operations“. 8.4 Repair
The working life of the vacuum interrupter is 8.4.1 VD4 circuit-breaker run-on block
defined by the sum current limit corresponding to
In case of any irregularity in the area of the inner
the equipment data in individual cases in
control mechanism and of the charging function of
accordance with section „Permissible number of
the stored-energy spring mechanism, the run-on
vacuum interrupter switching operations“:
block disables the immediately subsequent
• When the sum current limit is reached, the switching operation.
complete breaker poles are to be replaced. This is a protective measure to prevent damage to
Note: the circuit-breaker
Dismantling and Replacement of the complete Release of the run-on block is described in
breaker poles should only be carried out by instruction manual BA 383/E.
ABB after-sales service personnel or by specially
trained personnel, particularly as proper adjust- 8.4.2 Replacement of circuit-breaker parts and
ment is necessary. accessories
For testing the vacuum without dismantling the Only remove and reassemble circuit-breaker parts
circuit-breaker you may use: and accessories when the breaker has been switched
off and the working area is to be isolated and
• Vaccuum tester VIDAR, from Programma
secured against reclosing. The spring energy storage
Electric GmbH, Bad Homberg v.d.H.
mechanism must be discharged.
The following test values have to be set for All supply voltage sources must be disconnected
checking of the internal interrupter chamber and secured against reclosing during the removal
pressure with the VIDAR vacuum tester: and installation work.
Rated voltage of DC test voltage 8.4.3 Touch up of surfaces
the circuit-breaker
• Sheet steel parts, painted:
12 kV 40 kV – Remove rust, e.g. with a wire brush.
17.5 kV 40 kV – Grind off paint coat and degrease.
24 kV 60 kV – Apply anti-rust primer and top coat.
– Use top coat paint in the standard colour
Testing must always be performed with the device RAL 7035.
switched off:
• Sheet steel parts, with zinc surface and
• 12 to 24 kV: with rated contact distance passivated functional parts:
• 36 kV: with additional provisions – Remove white rust with a wire brush or
(obtainment of information from cleaning pad (e.g. Scotch-Brite white).
breaker manufacturer necessary)
– Remove loosely adhering particles with a dry
Procedure for vacuum interrupter testing for cloth.
stationary mounted switching devices: – Apply zinc spray or zinc dust primer.
• Isolate and secure the working area in • Functional parts, phosphated:
accordance with the Safety Regulations to
– Remove rust with a wire brush or cleaning pad
DIN VDE / IEC.
(e.g. Scotch-Brite white).
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– Clean with a dry cloth. The distance between lever 46.3 and cam
46.2 must be 2+1 mm.
– Grease with Isoflex Topas NB 52.
The distance between roller 46.1 and
8.4.4 Circuit-breaker in general: blocking bracket 46.8 must be 0.2-0.5 mm.
• Check that the bolt connections at the contact – Turn spindle 4 clockwise to the stop for the
points in the busbar system are tight, and that service position:
the isolating contact system functions correctly. The distance between lever 46.3 and cam
• Regrease the contact points and mechanism of 46.2 must be 2+1 mm.
the withdrawable part insertion system as The distance between roller 46.1 and
necessary, or, when lubrication is inadequate or blocking bracket 46.8 must be 0.2-0.5 mm.
missing, thoroughly clean the areas concerned
and regrease with Isoflex Topas NB 52 lubricant. – Loosen bolts 46.7 or 46.9 for any necessary
adjustment.
• Where required, regrease or thoroughly clean
slide plates and bearings in the panel and
regrease them with Isoflex NB 52 lubricant. 8.5 Testing withdrawable parts with a VD4 type
circuit-breaker
8.4.5 Replacement of contact systems When functional tests are carried out on
(Cover illustration of „Maintenance“ section) withdrawable parts, compliance with the con-
ditions listed below should also be checked. In
Remove the contact system for thoroughly this context, a distinction should be made
cleaning as described below (Figures) between two types of the devices for the VD4
– Slide the two inner annular tension springs withdrawable part:
facing the breaker pole to a position beside the • Type A: Withdrawable assembly without inte-
other two outer annual tension springs, thus grated auxiliary switches (manual operation
releasing contact system, and remove the only).
contact system from contact arm.
• Type B: Withdrawable assembly with integrated
– Fit a new contact system back to front on the auxiliary switches (manual or motorized
thin end of arbor, and slide it forwards onto the operation).
thicker part of the shank.
– Fit arbor onto the relevant contact arm, slide the 8.5.1 Motor-driven withdrawable parts
contact system over onto the contact arm, and (non-standard)
withdraw the arbor.
Carry out testing of motor-driven withdrawable
– Check all contact fingers and annular tension parts in the same way as for manually operated
springs for perfect fit. withdrawable part:
Note: • Turn off the supply voltage (m.c.b.), since the
The set installation position of contact arms must motor could otherwise be braked electrically.
not be changed by the improper use of force. • Turn hand crank 5 in the required direction.
8.4.6 Replacement of the withdrawable assembly Note:
(Figures 8/7, 8/10 and 8/11) When the withdrawable part moves, the motor
turns. The motor functions in such a case like a
• Disconnect plug connector 8.3 (only for generator, i.e. it can lead to reverse voltages in the
withdrawable assembly of type B) terminals.
• Remove interlock rod 46.5 with pin 46.4 from
the withdrawable assembly 8.5.2 Checking the correctness of dimensional settings
• For motorized withdrawable assemblies, (Figures 8/7 to 8/11)
remove the two socket head bolts which are
1. The distance between lever 46.3 operated by
accessible from below the assembly
link rod 46.5 and plastic cam 46.2 should be
• Unbolt the circuit-breaker from the withdrawable 2+1 mm. If adjustment is required, release the
assembly (4 x M12 bolts) two bolts 46.6 and 46.7. Deviations from the
• Mount the circuit-breaker on a new with- specified value can have the following effects:
drawable assembly in the reverse order, using
• Dimensions too large: blocking system for the
new circlip and special pliers for pin 46.4
drive spindle deactivated.
• Check the setting of interlocking rod 46.5:
• Dimensions too small: proper action of the
– Turn spindlel 4 anti-clockwise to the stop for electrical interlock no longer guaranteed.
the disconnected position:
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2. The distance between roller 46.1 and angle lever 1. Settings in the area of the test/disconnected
46.8 should be 0.2-0.5 mm when the circuit- position
breaker is closed. • Move the withdrawable part out of the test/
If adjustment is required, release the two bolts disconnected position towards the service
46.7 and 46.6. position with a few turns of the crank.
• Slowly move the withdrawable part back to
8.5.3 Checking auxiliary switch settings on type A the stop.
withdrawable parts
Auxiliary switch -S8 must then switch over
(Figure 8/7 )
just before the stop is reached.
Compliance with the interlock conditions in the • Slowly insert the withdrawable part from the
areas of the test/disconnected position and the test/disconnected position towards the service
service position is ensured by auxiliary switch -S6, position until auxiliary switch -S8 just operates.
located in the breaker housing and factory-set.
In this position, it must still just be possible to
In test operations, the withdrawable part must be move closing push rod 11.1. For this test, the
moved by hand with the crank fitted. function of the blocking magnet -Y0
1. Settings in the area of the test/disconnected (dependent on the order) must be deactivated
position manually.
• Move the withdrawable part out of the test/ This condition ensures that the electrical
disconnected position towards the service interlock takes effect before the mechanical
position with a few turns of the crank. interlock in the motion sequence involved.
• Slowly move the withdrawable part back to 2. Settings in the area of the service position
the stop.
• Move the withdrawable part out of the limit
Auxiliary switch -S6 must then operate when position towards the test/disconnected
the hand crank has a remaining angle of ≥ 60o position with a few turns of the crank.
of turn to reach the stop.
• Slowly move the withdrawable part forwards
• Slowly insert the withdrawable part from the again to the stop:
test/disconnected position towards the
service position until auxiliary switch -S6 just Auxiliary switch -S9 must then switch over
operates. just before the stop is reached.
In this position, it must still just be possible to
8.5.5 Checking the direction of rotation of the travel
move closing push rod 11.1. For this test, the
motors on motor-driven withdrawable parts
function of the blocking magnet -Y0
(dependent on the order) must be deactivated • Move the withdrawable part by hand into a
manually. central position between the test/disconnected
This condition ensures that the electrical position and the service position.
interlock takes effect before the mechanical • Remove the hand crank.
interlock in the motion sequence involved.
• Switch the supply voltage for the travel motor on.
2. Settings in the area of the service position
• Use the local electrical controls to check that the
• Move the withdrawable part out of the limit withdrawable part moves in the correct direction.
position towards the test/disconnected
position with a few turns of the crank. Caution:
• Slowly move the withdrawable part forwards Do not allow the withdrawable part to run up
again to the stop: against a block when the travel direction is
Auxiliary switch -S6 must then operate when incorrect! Switch the motor power off immediately
the hand crank has a remaining angle of ≥ 60o (the travel process functions electrically by a seal-in
of turn to reach the stop. system with limit position switch-off).
There may be a danger of injury when the door is
8.5.4 Checking auxiliary switch settings on type B
open!
withdrawable parts
(Figures 4/3 and 8/7) 8.5.6 Testing of interlock conditions
(Figures 7/1, 7/2 and 8/7)
Compliance with the interlock conditions in the
test/disconnected and service position areas is The testing procedures for type A and type B
ensured by position signalling switches -S8 and withdrawable parts are identical.
-S9 located in the withdrawable assembly and 1. The withdrawable part must only be movable
factory-set. from the test/disconnected position into the
In test operations, the withdrawable part must be service position when the circuit-breaker is open
moved by hand with the crank fitted with the motor and the earthing switch is open.
power switched off.
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Check the following conditions individually: 5. Withdrawable parts with order-related blocking
• With the circuit-breaker closed, insertion of magnet -Y0 may not be moved in case of control
the withdrawable part towards the service power failure, or when there is no control power.
position must be blocked after only half a turn Do not forcibly move blocked withdrawable
of the crank in the clockwise direction, and parts! The blocking magnet -Y0 is only present
the travel motor on motor-operated on manually operated withdrawable parts.
withdrawable parts must not be capable of Releasing the blocking magnet -Y0.
being switched on.
• Remove front plate 9.2,
• With the earthing switch closed, insertion of
the withdrawable part towards the service • Disengage blocking magnet -Y0 by pulling the
position must be blocked after only two magnet armature,
clockwise turns of the crank, and the travel • While doing so, turn crank 5 about one half
motor on motor-operated parts must not be turn (either direction of rotation is permissible).
capable of being switched on.
The blocking magnet is only active in the test
Do not use force (max. torque 25 Nm)!
position and service position. In intermediate
2. The withdrawable part must only be movable positions it has no effect.
from the service position into the test/
disconnected position with the circuit-breaker 6. Disconnection of the control wiring plug 8.1 as
open. well as later insertion must be blocked in the
withdrawable part’s service position.
Check this condition as follows:
Check this condition.
• With the circuit-breaker closed, withdrawal
movement of the withdrawable part must be
blocked after only half a turn of the crank in 8.6 Spare parts, auxiliary materials, lubricants
the anti-clockwise direction, and the travel
motor on motor-operated withdrawable parts 8.6.1 Spare parts
must not be capable of being switched on. When parts are required, the serial number of the
3. Closing of the circuit-breaker must only be relevant withdrawable breaker part or circuit-
possible when the withdrawable part is in the breaker should always be quoted. Setting
defined test/disconnected position or service instructions are to be requested separately.
position. Circuit-breaker VD4:
The control wiring plug 8.1 must previously have
• Shunt release, auxiliary switch:
been inserted.
For notes on settings see drawing
Check this condition as follows: GCE 717 96 11
• It must not be possible to close the circuit- • Charging motor with gearbox:
breaker with the withdrawable part in any No special notes required
position between the test/disconnected (table 1)
position and the service position.
Withdrawable assembly of VD4:
• Enabling of switching when the withdrawable
part moves into the service position is • Manually moveable withdrawable assembly :
effected electrically by operation of auxiliary – type A:
switch -S6 in the breaker housing (for type A), For notes on settings see drawing
or of auxiliary switch -S9 in the withdrawable GCE 7003570, sheet 1 and 2
assembly (for type B), and mechanically
slightly earlier; the latter corresponds to a – type B:
position approximately half a turn of the crank For notes on settings see drawing
before stop. GCE 7003570, sheet 1 and 2.
• For motion into the test/disconnected • Motor-driven withdrawable parts:
position, the same enabling conditions apply For notes on settings see drawing
analogously, in this case by means of auxiliary GCE 7003571
switch -S6 in the breaker housing(for type A)
• Blocking magnet -Y0:
or the auxiliary switch -S8 in the withdrawable
For notes on settings see drawing
assembly (for type B).
GCE 7003820, sheet 1.
4. It must only be possible to open the circuit- (table 2)
breaker (manually) when the withdrawable part
is in the service position or test/disconnected
position and the control voltage has failed.
Check this condition.
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Table 1: VD4 circuit-breaker
Designation Item Rated supply Part no.

no. voltage (order code)
• Auxiliary switch -S1 GCE7002397R0122

(with clamp-type terminal) -S3 GCE7002397R0121
-S4 GCE7002397R0122
-S5 GCE7002397R01..1)
• Auxiliary switch on blocking magnet -S2 GCE7003022P0101
• Auxiliary switch for fault annunciation -S7 GCE0905121P0100
• 1st shunt release OFF -Y2 GCE7004590P01..2)
• 2nd shunt release OFF -Y9 GCE7004590P01..2)
• Shunt release ON -Y3 GCE7004590P01..2)
• Blocking magnet -Y1 GCE9478103P01..2)
• Undervoltage release -Y4 GCE9371466R01..2)
with spring mechanism
• Delayed undervoltage release -Y4 GCE9371466R01..2)
with spring mechanism
• Indirect overcurrent release with intermediate -Y7 GCE9371466R0112
current transformer and spring mechanism
• Intermediate current transformer for GCE9476148R0100
indirect overcurrent release
• Magnet holder, complete GCE7000880R0111
(with integrated rectifiers -V1, -V2, -V3, -V9)
• Series rectifier -V4/-V7 GCE7004046R0101
• Charging motor -M0 24V...240V GCE0940084P. ...3)
(with gearing)
• Push-on sleeve 4,8-2,5 DIN 46247 Page 2

for push-on blade 0,8 thick
(for additionel external connections)
1)
Quote contact arrangement
2)
State the type of release and voltage
3)
State rated supply voltage, Serial-Nr. of switch
(on identification sign) as well as the manufacturer of the motor
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Table 2: VD4 withdrawable assembly
Designation Item Rated supply Part no.

no. voltage (order code)
Auxiliary switch for manually operated

mechanism (type A) -S6 GCE7004023R0101
Auxiliary switch for manually operated

mechanism (type B) -S8/-S9
• contacts silver plated GCE7004024R0101
• contacts gold plated GCE7004024R0103
Auxiliary switches for motor-operated

driving mechanism -S8/-S9
• contacts silver plated GCE7004024R0102
• contacts gold plated GCE7004024R0104
Blocking magnet -Y0 24 V GCE7003820R0101

30 V R0102
48 V R0103
60 V R0104
110 V R0105
125 V R0107
220 V R0106
Motor with gearbox -M1 24 V 24…240 V GCE0940150P1)
1)
State rated supply voltage, Serial-Nr. of switch
(on identification sign) as well as the manufacturer of the motor
8.6.2 Auxiliary materials Part no.

(order code)
• Lubricants:
– Isoflex Topas NB 52 GCE0007249P0100
• Cleaning agents for general cleaning:
– Rivolta BWR 210 GCE0007707P0100
– Observe the relevant ABB instruction manual BA 1002/E GCEA901002P0102
• Cleaning agent for conductive parts,
insulating-material parts, and all parts with heavy
contamination:
– Cold cleanser 716 GCE0007706P0100
– Observe the relevant instruction manual BA 1006/E GCEA901006P0102
• Touch-up paint:
Standard colour RAL 7035
– 1 kg-box GCE9014060R0103
– Spray tin GCE0007895P0100
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40 43 41.1 41 41.1 -Y4 44 -Y3 -Y1
43 41.2 42.1 41.2 42

Figure 8/1: Auxiliary switch block, equipment example Figure 8/2: Undervoltage release and operation area, equipment
example
40 Magnet holder, complete
41 Mounting plate 44 Interlock plate for -Y4
41.1 Upper (plug-in) fixing point -Y1 Blocking magnet
41.2 Lower fixing point -Y3 Shunt release ON
42 Auxiliary shaft -Y4 Undervoltage release
42.1 Crank
43 Fastening screw
35
34
37
33
37.1
-Y7 14 11.1 12.1
Figure 8/3: Indirect overcurrent release and operation area, Figure 8/4: Charging motor, charging system and spring energy store
equipment example
11.1 ON push-rod 34 Chain drive
12.1 OFF push-rod 35 Ratchet wheel
14 Operating cycle counter 37 Charging motor with gearing
-Y7 Indirect overcurrent release 37.1 Fastening screw (gearbox)
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47.1 47 7
Bild 8/5: Fit the contact system back-to-front on the thin end of the
arbor and slide it onto the thicker shank area
7 Contact system
47 Arbor
47.1 Journal
11.1
46.3
46.1
8.3
46.8
(-S6)
6.2 6 (6.1) 7 7.1 47 5
Figure 8/6: Slide the contact system over from the arbor onto the Figure 8/7: Motor-driven withdrawable part in an intermediate
contact arm and allow it to engage there position close to the test/disconnected position, with
fitted crank for manual operation and breaker front plate
6 Contact arm removed
(6.1) Cheese head bolt
6.2 Insulating sleeve 5 Hand crank
7 Contact system 8.3 Control wiring plug connector for withdrawable
7.1 Internal tension springs assembly
47 Arbor 11.1 ON push rod
46.1 Roller
46.3 Lever
46.8 Angle lever
(-S6) Auxiliary switch (only with type A withdrawable part)
51
-Y1
11.1
46.2
46.3
-Y0
Figure 8/8: Detailed view of the opening and closing mechanism Figure 8/9: Manually moveable withdrawable part, front plate
removed
11.1 ON push rod
46.2 Plastic cam -Y0 Blocking magnet for withdrawable part
46.3 Lever
-Y1 Blocking magnet
46.2 46.2
1
2+
1
2+
46.3 46.3
46.5
46.5
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46.6
46.6 46.7
46.7 46.9
46.1 46.1
46.9
46.4
0,2-0,5
0,2-0,5
46.4
46.8 46.8
Figure 8/10: Detail in the area of a withdrawable part with travel Figure 8/11: Mechanical interlock, withdrawable assembly/circuit-
motor, viewed from the left-hand side breaker with manually operated withdrawable parts
46.1 Roller 46.6 Bolt 46.1 Roller 46.6 Bolt
46.2 Cam 46.7 Bolt 46.2 Cam 46.7 Bolt
46.3 Lever 46.8 Angle lever 46.3 Lever 46.8 Angle lever
46.4 Pin 46.9 Bolt 46.4 Pin 46.9 Bolt
46.5 Link rod 49 Travel motor 46.5 Link rod
52
9 Application of the X-ray regulations
One of the physical properties of vacuum insulation • Application of the rated power frequency with-
is the possibility of X-ray emissions when the con- stand voltage specified for the switching device
tact gap is open. The specified test performed by by VDE 0671 part 100 or IEC 62271-100 is
the Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB) completely safe.
in Braunschweig demonstrates that the local dos-
• Higher voltages than the rated power frequency
age output of 1 µSv/h at a distance of 10 cm from
withstand voltage or DC test voltage specified in
the touchable surface is not exceeded when the
VDE or IEC standards must not be applied!
rated voltage is applied.
• The containment of the above mentioned local
The results are as follows: dosage output with the vacuum interrupter in the
open position is dependent on maintenance of
• Testing of the switching device or the vacuum the specified distance between the contacts
interrupter to VDE 0671 part 100 or IEC 62271- (which is automatically ensured with correct
100 at the relevant rated power frequency mechanism function and force transmission).
withstand voltage may only be performed by
trained personnel observing the stipulations of the • Safety clearances must be maintained.
EU basic standard (Stipulation 96/29/Euratom
of the senate from 13 May 1996 (ABI.L 159 from
29 June 1996)).
53
10 Comparison of designations to VDE-DIN 40719 Part 2 and IEC 61346-1/IEC 61346-2
VDE Description
IEC
DIN 40719 Part 2 61346-1/61346-2
-S1 Auxiliary switch on mechanism -BS1

-S2 Auxiliary switch on block magnet -Y1 -BL1
-S3 Auxiliary switch on switch shaft -BB1
-S7 Fleeting contact ≥ 30 ms for c.b. tripped indication -BB4
-S8 Limit switch test position -BT2
-S9 Limit switch service position -BT1
-Y0 Block magnet on track with rectifier -V0 -RL2
-Y1 Closing block magnet -RL1
-Y2 1. Shunt release OFF -MO1
-Y3 Closing release -MC
-Y4 Undervoltage release -MU
-Y7 Indirect overcurrent release -MO3
-Y9 2. Shunt release OFF -MO2
-V1 Series rectifier for -Y1 -TR4
-M0 Charging motor -MS
-K0 Antipumping relay -KN
-R0 Series resistor -RR
-M1 Motor drive for draw out -MT
54
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Instruction manual no. GCEA 67 0460 P0102 Printed in Germany (06.05-2000-PPI)
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That's why our instruction manual begins with these recommendations:

• Only install switchgear and/or switchboards in enclosed rooms suitable for

1.3.1 Normal operating conditions

2.1 Technical data and weight

VM1... kV A kA kA kA s mm approx. kg Figure 2/9 Page 11/12

Rated voltage kV 12 17.5 24

2.2 Technical data

Equipment Power consumption 1)

Number of operating cycles n

Breaking current la (kA) Breaking current la (kA)

Number of operating cycles n

Breaking current la (kA) Breaking current la (kA)

Number of operating cycles n

Breaking current la (kA) Breaking current la (kA)

Breaking current la (kA)

for 17.5 kV shrink sleeve fitted

M10 = Earthing conductor terminal, use contact washer

M12 24 630/ ... 25 210 570 515 520 570 390

T = Handling bore, both sides

A1 = Terminal for 630 A

= Earthing conductor terminal, use contact washer

M M 40 (50) Figure 2/11: Dimensional drawing of circuit-breaker type VD4:

A1: M12/18 +2 deep

A3 = Terminal bar to DIN 46 433

Figure 2/12: Dimensional drawing of circuit-breaker type VD4:

A3 M12 f • 12/17.5 kV, ...1600 A, 40 kA.

A1 = Terminal for contact arm

Insertion depth for 17.5 kV shrink sleeve fitted

T = Handling bores, both sides

A3 A GA = Tested terminal zone

A3 = Terminal bar to DIN 46 433,

1) Only when -Y1 not fitted

Special arrangement for: -S5

Type 19 Type 20 Type 22 Type 23 Type 24

See page 54 for comparison of VDE/IEC designations.

Shown with the spring energy storage mechanism in the Note:

Figure 2/15 : Wiring diagram

VM1... kV A kA kA kA s mm approx. kg Figure 2/9 Page 11/12

VD4... kV A kA kA kA s mm approx. kg Figure 2/9 Page 11/12

Figure 3/1: Vacuum circuit-breaker on withdrawable part, type VD4.

Panel type Parameters p A D E J

ZS1, UniSafe/ ...1250/1600 A, 40 kA 210 650 640 653 636

Figure 3/2: Vacuum circuit-breaker on withdrawable part, type VD4.

Figure 3/3: Vacuum circuit-breaker on withdrawable part, type VD4.

Panel type Parameters Parameters Weight1)

1250 A, ...25 kA 1250 A, ...20 kA 193 200 110

1250 A, ...25 kA 1250 A, ...20 kA 283 250 110

Figure 3/4: Vacuum circuit-breaker on withdrawable part, type VD4.

Figure 3/5: Vacuum circuit-breaker on withdrawable part, type VD4.

Panel type Weight4)

Figure 3/6: Vacuum circuit-breaker on withdrawable part, type VD4.

Figure 3/7: Vacuum circuit-breaker on withdrawable part, type VD4.

-Y0 -V1 -Y3 A -Y9 -Y4 -Y2

-V3 -Y9 -Y4 -Y2

various VD4 types. The scope of equipment

fitted in each individual case can be found in the

See page 54 for comparison of VDE/IEC designations.

• Drawing no. GCE2032404

See page 54 for comparison of VDE/IEC designations.

See page 54 for comparison of VDE/IEC designations.

3 Withdrawable assembly 6 Contact arm with insulating sleeve