AIR-INSULATED SWITCHGEAR

PIX 36kV
with vacuum switchgear
Installation
Operation
Maintenance

Technical Instrucions

AREVA T&D
 PIX 36kV
with vacuum switchgear
IMPORTANT NOTE
AIR-INSULATED SWITCHGEAR
Only the specific written Technical
Instructions suplied by AREVA with
the equipment must be used. Our
products must only be
commissioned, operated, serviced,
repaired or decommissioned in
accordance with Technical Instruction
which have been supplied with the
p ro d u c t i n q u e s t i o n b y t h e
manufacturer.
This electronic version of the
Technical instructions is provided to
the customer for information
purposes only. The equipment must
not be commissioned, operated,
serviced, repaired or
decommissioned on the basis of the
electronic version. Non-compliance
with this instruction may result in
serious damage to the product and
its associated items, as well as a
health hazard or mortal danger.
AREVA shall not be held liable for any
such consequences.
1 AREVA AT YOUR SERVICE
Electrical equipment requires special
attention and the compliance with
the provision stipulated in this manual.
Operating procedures and
maintenance work must be
performed by qualified staff who are
adequately skilled for their tasks. Your
local AREVA Service will be at your
disposal at any time for support and
advice.
Reminder : The mechanical lock-outs
must be designed according to the
general safety provisions for electrical
equipment and the specific provisions
for the network in question.
1.1 Your contacts
France :
AREVA T&D Appareillage Moyenne
Tension Bd de Ia Resistance BP
84019 F-71040 Macon Cedex 9
Tel. : 33 (0) 3 85 29 35 00
Fax : 33 (0) 3 85 29 36 30
Toll free : 0 800 40 27 62
24hrs/day. 7 days a week
Germany :
AREVA T & D Sachsenwerk
Konigsbrucker Strasse 124, D-01099
Dresden
Tel. : + 49 (0) 351 8200
Fax : 49 (0) 351 820 2342
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Belgium :
AREVA T & D Belgium S.A. Route
Zenobe Gramme, 33 Zoning des
Plenesses B-4821 Dison
Tel. : + 32 (0) 87 320 350
Fax : + 32 (0) 87 320 405
Great Britain :
AREVA T & D UK Ltd. Services,
Frederick Road, Salford, M6 6QH,
England
Tel. : + 44 (0) 161 745 9090
Fax : + 44 (0) 161 745 448
Switzerland :
AREVA T & D
Carl-Sprecher-Strasse
3 CH-5036 Oberentfelden
Tel. : + 41 (0) 62 737 33 33
Fax : + 41 (0) 62 737 31 80
India
AREVA T&D INDIA LIMITED
1, Taratala Road
Kolkata-24
Tel. : + 91 (0) 33 24 50 72 69
Fax : + 91 (0) 33 24 69 35 11
2 WITH REGARDS TO
THIS USER MANUAL
© - AREVA - 2005. AREVA, the
AREVA logo and any graphic version
thereof are registered trademarks of
AREVA.
The other trademarks mentioned in
this document, whether registered or
not, are the property of their individual
owners.
2.1 Warranty
Our equipment is subjected to factory
inspection and testing according to
the applicable standards and
provisions.
The correct function and the service
life of the switchgear are influenced
greatly by compliance with the
installation, commissioning and
operating conditions stipulated in this
manual. Non-compliance with these
provisions may compromise warranty
claims.
Any local provision which does not
contradict the specifications of this
document, especially as regards
safety for personnel and buildings,
must be complied with.
AREVA cannot be held liable for the
possible consequences of :
• non-compliance with the
provisions contained in this
m a n u a l , w h i c h re f e r t o
inter national regulations.
• non-compliance with the
instructions of the suppliers of
cables and connecting
a c c e s s o r i e s a s re g a rd s
application and installation.
• a n y a g g re s s i v e c l i m a t e
conditions (humidity, pollution
etc.) prevailing in the immediate
environment of switchgear not
suitable to this effect or not
protected accordingly.
This manual does not contain any
instructions regarding the mechanical
lock-outs to be performed. The work
described is performed on de-
energized (on installation) or
mechanically locked-out
(decommissioned) switchgear.
2.2 Eco-friendly design and
utilization of the materials
used
The design and execution of our
packaging materials corresponds
(in France) to the decree in
P 98-638 dated 20 July 1998 as
regards environmental compatibility.
2.3 Normal to the operating
conditions (as provided by
standard IEC 60694)
Admissible ambient temperature
The ambient temperature must be in
the range of -5°C to +40°C.
The average value measured over a
period of 24 hours must not exceed
35°C.
Installation altitude
High-voltage switchgear has been
designed according to the
appropriate international standards
and can be installed up to an altitude
of 1000m.
At higher installation altitudes, the
reduced voltage endurance must be
taken into account.
In special cases, please contact the
AREVA Sales Department.
Air pollution
The ambient air must be free of dust,
smoke, corrosive or combustible
gases, steam and salts. measured over a period of one
month, must not exceed 18 mbar.
Admissible air humidity Condensate may from in case of
sudden temperature fluctuations
The average air humidity measured due to excessive ventilation,
over a period of 24 hours, must not increased air humidity or hot air.
exceed 95%. Such condensate formation can be
avoided by a suitable arrangement
The average vapour pressure, of the room or the building (suitable
measured over a period of 24 hours, ventilation, air dehumidifier, heating
must not exceed 22 mbar. etc.)
The average air humidity measured If the average air humidity exceeds
over a period of one month, must not 75%, we recommend that
exceed 90%. appropriate remedies are adopted.
Support or an advice, please contact
The average vapour pressure, the AREVA Service (see 1.1).
2.4 Other technical manuals which may be consulted
AMT No. T023 General lubrication
instructions
No. MVI No. T 36-01 HVX Circuit breaker Installation and operating
instructions
No. MVI No. T 36-02 UTX & MTX Installation and operating
instructions
AMT No T053 DCX Presentation -
Commissioning - Operation
AMT No T054 DCX Parameter setting by PC
Instructions Mannual
AMT No T069 DCX Modbus Communication
2.5 Tools and maintenance products (not supplied)
necessary for operations described in this instruction
manual
• Cutter
• Crow bar
• Open-ended spanners size 8; 13; 16; 18
• Ratchet wrench with socket sizes 8; 13; 16; 18
• Allen keys for hexagonal screws size 8; 10; 12
• Torque wrench with sockets size 13; 16; 18 and
sockets for hexagonal screws size 12
• Flat blade screwdriver
• Torx 25 screwdriver
• Cutting pliers
• 4 slings (capacity 1,000 kg)
• Clean by cloth –
• Solvent (dielectric withstand>30kV), excluding any
chlorinated solvents -
• Mobilplex 47, Mobilux EP3 from Mobil or
Stabilube T6 from Sophos mechanical grease 01
• Grease for electrical contacts Electrolube 2GX
from Comindus 22
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 2.6 Special instructions for operation and
any intervention with energized equipment
When commissioning and operating switchgear equipment
under normal conditions, the general electrical safety
instructions (gloves, insulating stool, etc.), as well as
operation handling instructions should be respected.
All manipulations must be completed once started.
3 PRESENTATION
3.1 Description
The PIX-36 cabinet is made of :
• the front female connector which includes the
“switchgear” compartment (with withdrawable circuit
breaker), running up the low pressure box,

The length of time required for carrying out the operations • the rear female connector including, at the top, the
mentioned in the tables are given purely as an indication “busbar” compartment and at the bottom the “cable”
and depend upon conditions on-site. compartment.

2.7 Coventional symbols 3.1.1 Switchgear Compartment (B)

Code of a product recommended and The circuit breaker compartment contains a withdrawable
06 marketed by AREVA truck with Vacuum Circuit Breaker or Bus PT Truck. The
breaker terminals are fitted with deflectors which are
Value of the tightening torque Example : 1.6 loose to turn freely.
16
daN.m
The withdrawable truck can be transferred between the
10 Mark corresponding to a legend service & test position behind closed doors using a hand
crank.
CAUTION ! Remain vigilant ! Precautions to
be taken in order to avoid any accident or Main earth bar with a small link for the connection houses
injury. in this compartment.

FORBIDDEN ! Do not do it ! The compliance 3.1.1.1 Service Position (Connected

with this indication is compulsory, non-
compliance with this stipulation may damage
the equipment.
INFORMATION - ADVICE ! Your attention is
drawn to a specific point for installation or
operation.
Position)
The position of a withdrawable truck in which it is fully
connected for its intended function. In this position of the
truck, the Terminals (Tulip contacts) of the circuit breaker
are connected to the busbars as well as to the outgoing
cables via the fixed mounted contacts in the panel.

2.8 Tightening torques for standard The truck is locked against withdrawing and is earthed.
assemblies (bolt + nut)
The low voltage circuit is connected through the low
Threaded fasteners without grease : assembly with voltage plug connection.
ungreased washers.
3.1.1.2 Test Position
Threaded fasteners with grease : assembly with greased
A = LV Compartment
washers. B = CB Compartment
C = Bus Bar Compartment Bus bar support
Blow off cover
Use grease referenced 01 D = Cable Compartment

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Bus Bar
Dimensions Ungreased zinc-plated Greased Chamber
7 C
steel threaded stainless A Spouts
LV Chamber 2
fasteners (daN.m) steel fasteners 1
Earth
(daN.m) 12
Switch

Live Line
Class 6.8 Class 8.8 A2-70 Indication

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Breaker
Chamber
3 D 9
M6 7 9 7 B 4
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LV Cable entry 13
10
M8 16 21 16
Current Transformer
Cable Entry CT & Cable Chamber
M 10 32 43 32

M 12 50 66 50 Fig (1)

M 14 87 116 87 The position of withdrawable truck in which an isolating

distance or segregation is established in the main circuit
M 16 134 179 134 & in which control circuits are connected.

M 20 262 350 262 In the test position, the truck with the breaker is withdrawn
so far between busbars & outgoing cables that there is
an isolating distance. The truck is locked against moving.

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 LV equipment

Feeder label
description

Rating plate
OFF

ON
Manual spring
charging Door Lock

Viewing
window
End cover
Apperture
for racking
Door opening lever

Fig (2)

The low voltage circuit is connected through low voltage • Support Insulator.
plug connection. Also metallic shutters drop down and
cover spouts which contain mating contacts. The circuit The main busbars are mounted on cast resin insulators.
breaker truck is earthed via earthing fingers scraping
against the fixed bar fitted on the base sheet. The circuit
breaker can be earthing tested for all functions.
3.1.3 Cable and CT compartment (D) (ref
3.1.1.3 Disconnected Position (Isolated Fig. 1)
Position)
The Cable compartment contains :
The position of withdrawable truck in which an isolating
distance or segragation is established in both primary • Spouts with the mating contacts for the lower
and secondary circuits of the withdrawable truck, whereas contact arms of the withdrawable part.
the truck remaining mechanically attached to the
enclosure. • Cable termination pieces

In this position the truck is withdrawn as in test position • Current transformers

but the LV plug is disconnected.
The cable termination pieces are accessible from the rear.
In both the test & disconnected positions, the contact
arms & their mating contacts are separated by metallic
shutters.
3.1.4 Compartment for Low Voltage
3.1.1.4 Removed Position Equipment (A)

The position of withdrawable truck when it is outside
the panel & electrically as well as mechanically
separated from it. Ramps are provided separately with
the panel to withdraw the truck out of the panel
smoothly.
The earthing fingers at the bottom of the breaker scrap
against the fixed earthing bar fitted on the base sheet
of C.B. compartment ensuring the earthing of the truck
in service, test, disconnected & transit position.
3.1.2 Busbar Compartment (c)
The busbar compartment contains :
• The busbars
LV compartment contains all the low voltage devices
(protective relays, MCBs, terminals, etc.) Indicators and
re l a y s a re a c c o m m o d a t e d i n d o o r c u t o u t s .
3.1.5 Accessories
Following accessories are supplied with the
switchgear :
• Hand crank for charging the closing spring of the
vacuum circuit breaker when in service
position.
• Hand crank for truck movement between service
and test position.

• Spouts with the mating contacts for the upper • Key for CB & LV compartment lock.
contact arms.

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 Contact Front
4) Incoming/Outgoing + 2 CTs/phase + earth switch
cover
5) Incoming/Outgoing + 2 CTs/phase + earth switch
+ Isolatable PT
On
Rod for
closing &
tripping the 6) Link connection + 1 CT/phase + earth switch
breaker
Spring
charging 7) Link connection + 1 CT/phase + earth switch +
opening Fixed PT

Off 8) Link connection + 1 CT/phase + earth switch +

On/Off Rack in Isolatable PT
indication handle

9) Link connection + 2 CTs/phase + earth switch

Spring charge 10) Link connection + 2 CTs/phase + earth switch +

indication Circuit breaker with operating accessories Isolatable PT

• Earthing switch handle (Optional). 11) Bus sectionaliser with current transformer

12) Trunking cubicle with withdrawable voltage

3.1.6 Range of Panels transformer & optional current transformer

13) Trunking cubicle with current transformer

1 2 3 4 5
14) Withdrawable voltage transformer for busbar + earth
switch

15) Withdrawable voltage transformer for busbar

16) Busbar earth switch

17) Unit panel with side entry cablebox + all standerd

configuration
6 7 8 9 10
18) Unit panel without few standard configuration

General :

For a metal clad enclosed switchgear there are various

panel modules available. All the panels are constructed
using identical parts as far as possible.

11 12 13 14 15
3.1.6.1 Feeder Panels

The feeder panels are suitable for incoming as well as

outgoing supply.

Outgoing feeder panels with circuit breaker on the truck

are most frequently used.

Alternatively, these panels can also be equipped with an

isolating truck.
16 17 18
The panel is available with current transformer either with
earthing switch or without earthing switch. The earthing
switch is always equipped with manual drive.

3.1.6.2 Bus Sectionalizer Panels

In bus sectionalizing panel, one panel is used for the truck

with the C.B. (alternatively, an isolating truck) & second
panel for connection of busbars to the top. The Bus
1) Incoming/Outgoing + 1 CT/phase + earth switch Sectionalizer panel can be combined with a metering
panel.
2) Incoming/Outgoing + 1 CT/phase + earch switch +
Fixed PT 3.1.6.3 Metering Panel

3) Incoming/Outgoing + 1 CT/phase + earth switch + Basically metering panels are of the same construction
Isolatable PT as the standard outgoing panels. The metering truck with

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voltage transformers & HRC fuses in series is equipped packaging]
with three upper isolating contacts & three other isolating
contacts which are not installed. In the cubicle the cutouts Functional Approximate Width Height Depth
for spouts are blanked. unit weight
With circuit
3.1.6.4 Panel with I/C & O/G Connections breaker (mm) (m) (mm)
(kg)
These panels are comprising of Incoming & Outgoing
Cables in the same panel. “Bus-riser” 1000 1200 2950 2550

3.1.7 General Construction

• Safety devices & interlocks are provided to avoid 4. PACKAGING-HANDLING-STORAGE

any malfunctioning.
4.1 Packaging
These devices protect the operating personnel &
ensure reliable operations.

The interlocks are explained in section 8.1.

• The panel is compartmentalized in different

compartments with metallic partitions.

• Vacuum circuit breaker for the panel is mounted on

the truck.

All the identical trucks of same rating in different

panels are interchangeable. Trucks are earthed with
panel in all test, service & isolated positions.

• Busbars are insulated and their joints are shrouded.

• Outgoing cables can be earthed by means of

manually operated earthing switches with withstand
capacity & making. Earthing trucks instead of in-
built earthing switch can also be provided.

• C.T.s are mounted on stationary part in the cable
chamber. There are easily detachable individually.
• Line P.T.s are available with an arrangement of
drawout fuses.
• Packaging for road and rail transport : functional
unit on wooden pallets and wrapped under plastic
film.

• Bus P.T.s with fuses are mounted on withdrawable

truck.

• At a later date, extension of existing switchboard

is possible.

• Delivery of completed & tested panels to site consists

of single panel section.

3.2 Dimensions and weights of the

functional units equipped with a circuit
breaker [with packaging]

Functional Approximate Width Height Depth

unit weight
With circuit
breaker (mm) (m) (mm)
(kg) • Packaging for air and sea transport : functional unit
wrapped under heat sealing film with desiccant
“Incoming” or 1650 1200 2950 2550 bags and placed in wooden crates.
“Outgoing”
feeder • The accessory packs contain all of the parts
necessary for the installation and operation of the
“Coupling” 1650 switchboard.

4.2 Reception
3.3 Dimensions and weights of the
functional units with no circuit breaker [with On reception, ensure that the switchgear is complete.

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 Carry out a visual examination of the functional of units
and moving parts.

Check the contents of the accessories pack using the

enclosed list.

If any anomalies are perceived, please make the

necessary reservations with the forwarder.

The functional unit must remain on its base and in

its original packaging during the storage period and
until it is installed.

4.3 Handling of the functional unit and the

moving part

• Pass two slings supporting 1000 kg each under the

crate in both sides of the cross-bars.

• The weights of the crates are indicated on their

sides.

• Truck and train transport (max. 900 kg) : by means

of forklift truck.

• It is imperative to ensure that the forks of the truck

are fully engaged throughout the entire width of the
functional unit.

• Never tip the crates over.

• Packaging for air and sea transport depending on

the weight indicated on the crate.

• It is imperative that the forks of the truck are fully • Never handle the circuit breaker by its connecting
engaged throughout the entire width of the crate. plates.

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 • Packaging for road and rail transport : using two
slings supporting 1500 kg each and a lifting device.

• Place a protection stringer between each sling, on

the roof of the functional unit.

• Never lift up a circuit breaker by lifting it under its

chassis or under its trolley.

In order to lift or deposit the moving part on the

handling table make allowance for a jib crane (not
supplied).

• Packaging for air and sea transport : using two slings

supporting 1500 kg each and a lifting device.

Note : The minimum heights given on the diagrams above,

must be respected.

4.5 Storage conditions

The storage area must shelter the equipment from agents

likely to cause deterioration such as :
• Water
• Water vapour
• Salt laden air
• Pollution of any type
• Microorganisms

! Make sure that the rope is strong enough to bear

the weight of the circuit-breaker.

The circuit-breaker must be lifted as shown in the figure.

this work requires a rope (no bright steel rope) of
12…15mm dia…, or a strap.

4.4 Handling of the functional unit.

Please consult AREVA T&D in case of non-compliance

with these criteria.

Make sure the equipment was conditioned in accordance

with the requirements of the scheduled storage period.

Avoid storing the equipment in areas submitted to abrupt

and drastic changes of temperature.

Make sure no aggressive vapours such as sulphur-di-

oxide (SO2) (for example) are given off.

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 4.6 Intervention levels
Definition
Operations carried out by the client
Operations requiring training and which
can be performed by an approved
third party
Work, which can only be carried out
by AREVA
4.7 Special Instructions for a storage period
between 0 and 6 months
5. Unpacking and assembling the
equipment
Level
5.1 Civil engineering characteristics
1
The installation of a switchboard necessitates a sufficiently
flat civil engineering surface.
2 Levelling off by the use of a finishing cement layer must
be used to eliminate any asperities or declivities greater
then 2mm per metre.
3
A layout on iron supports truly levelled is ideal since it
also acts as a guide for the adjustment of the layer of
finishing cement.

Wrapped under plastic Film 1 2 3 5.2 Flatness characteristics

Packaging should be periodically Overall flatness : A 2 m rule moved on the supporting

inspected X X X surface should not reveal a floor irregularity of more than
5 mm.
When the equipment is unpacked : – X X
• Dozen maneuvers should be carried Local flatness : A 20 cm steel rule moved on the
out in order to check the mechanical supporting surface must not reveal a floor irregularity of
operation of the equipment. more than 2 mm.

• The minimum threshold (85% of Un) 5.3 Unpacking of the functional units
of the coil electrical operation should
be tested. – X X The functional unit should only be unpacked on the
installation site.
4.8 Special instructions for a storage period
between 6 and 12 months

Wrapped under heat sealing cloth

with desiccant bags. 1 2 3

Packaging should be periodically

inspected (absence of any perforation
amongst others) X X X

When the equipment is unpacked : -

slightly dilute the dry grease with
neutral paraffin oil, – X X

• Dozen maneuvers should be carried

out in order to check the mechanical
operation of the equipment. – X X
• Open the packing box carefully.
• The minimum threshold (85% of Un)
of the coil electrical operation should • Remove the plastic film and dismantle the front
be tested. – X X panel and the roof of the crate.

4.9 Special instructions for a storage period • Carefully extract the cubicle using crane & put it on
between 12 and 24 months the floor.

Wrapped under heat sealing cloth with • Rack out the breaker using proper handle to test
inspection doors to change the desiccant bags 1 2 3 position as directed on the door.

Packaging should be periodically inspected

(absence of any perforation amongst others) X X X

The desiccant bags should be regularly changed X X X

When the equipment is unpacked : - light

maintenance operations should be performed – – X
• dozen manoeuvres should be carried
out in order to check the mechanical
operation of the equipment. – – X
• the minimum threshold (85% of Un)
of the coil electrical operation should
be tested. – – X

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• Unlock the door of the cubicle by the key provided
on the front door itself.

• Open the door of cubicle by the lever, provided on

right side of the cubicle, turning in anticlowise
direction.

• Open the low voltage plug from the breaker & park
it beneath the low voltage chamber.

• Extract the breaker using the ramps provided.

• Now the cubicle is ready to be erected.

5.4 Handling of the functional unit

• A rating indicating sticker is placed on the front

cover clearly giving details of the particular cubicle.

Use the lifting hook provided on top of the cubicle at the

four corners for lifting the cubicle.

• Each circuit breaker is identified by an instruction

plate, placed on its frame.

5.6 Installation on the floor

• Lift the functional unit using four slings supporting
1000 kg each respecting minimum height criterion
mentioned.
5.5 Identification of the functional units
and circuit breakers
The limits of the civil engineering layout depend on the
type and quantity of the equipment to install.
Position the panels whilst respecting the minimum
distances in the front, at the back and on each side of
the switchboard.

Check the characteristics given on the Identification and

rating plate in relation to the initial order.
Miminum Height
under ceiling

Front facing
Minimum rear
passage

Minimum front
passage
V.T.
“cable”
housing

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 Functional Minimum Minimum Minimum Minimum 6.4 Inter-functional unit earthing circuit
Unit front rear rear height connection
passage (mm) passage under
(mm) with voltage ceiling
Main Earth Bar of Cubicle
transformer (mm)
cables (mm)

Pix-36 1500 1500 2000 3000

6 Installation - Connections

6.1 Presentation of the functional units

In the case of a switchboard with 1 to 8 units, it is

recommended that the installation of the equipment be
begun on the opposite side of the premises access door.

For a switchboard containing more than 8 units, it is

recommended that the installation of the equipment be
started in the middle of the switchboard.

Sequence the incoming feeder of the functional units in

accordance with the single line diagram.
Fish Plate
6.2 Installation of each functional unit

Check that each functional unit is perpendicular to the

floor (use wedges if necessary).

Check that the circuit breaker can be plugged-in.

Continue to lay out the functional units whilst carrying

out the same verifications.

Viewed from
the side
To connect two functional units together :
9 coupling
points :
1 Unscrew the bolt M8 x 35 (13 mm spanner) retaining
• 9H M 10x20 Viewed
screws from the busbar link.
• 9H M10 the rear
nuts
2 Slide this link through the functional units flange.
• 0H M10
unit
• 14 C10 • In the adjacent functional unit :
washers
Unscrew the fixing screw.

3 Adjust the busbar link with the aid of slotted holes.

Carry out the coupling of the functional units together (5
4 Bolt the busbar link on the 2 sides and tighten to
points at the front, 6 at the back).
indicated torque.
6.3 Standard case of attachment to the
floor 6.5 Earthing circuit connection, at the far
end of the switchboard

6 points of attachment to the floor

(12 mm ø bolts excluded)

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• Connect the earthing circuit linking all of the
functional units to the room’s earthing bar (Threaded
fasteners and earthing cables not supplied).
The fresh plate shall be projected out of end cover as
shown in the diagram.
6.6 Connecting the busbar
When connecting the different elements of the busbar :
• respect the mounting directions of all the parts,
• use the screws found in the accessories pack
• use the screw tightening torques recommended by
AREVA
Make sure that the contact surfaces are clean. No
other preparation is necessary to connect the copper
on copper, plated aluminium on plated aluminium and
plated aluminium on copper connections.
Blow off covers to be
opened for busbar access
Top support
of Busbar
Fixing Screw
M12
Packer piece
• Whatever the current, the bypasses are mounted
in the factory, the fasteners being in place.
• For access to the busbars the blow off covers
provided on top of cubicle have to be opened. 8 x
M8 screws, 13 mm spanner.
• Remove the top support of the busbar by unscrewing
the M12 bolt. Allen key 10A/F.
• Unscrew the bolt fixing the MS pipe to the support
insulator.
• Do both the above steps in adjacent panel as well.
• Replace the steel pipe with proper busbar.
• Loosely screw the busbar while still holding the
other end ensuring the packer piece is in the place
as shown in the diagram.
• Replace the steel pipe of adjacent cubicle of same
phase by other end of the busbar.
• Loosely screw the busbar and that ensure the packer
piece is in place as shown in the diagram.
• Put back the top support of busbar on both the
ends.
• Loosely screw the top support.
• Tighten all the screws using appropriate torque as
mentioned earlier.
Top support
of busbar
Bottom
support of
busbar
End cap of
busbars
For the end cubicle, for every phase, on one end of the
top support busbar & on the other end an epoxy cap has
to be assembled as shown in the picture.
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 6.7 Preparation of the cable connection

AREVA can guarantee the contractual characteristics

within the limits defined below :

• maximum cross-section :
630 mm2 with a maximum of 5 cables per phase,

• maximum width of the connection lug 50 ) mm.

When installing the cables, comply with the

connection mounting direction of the lugs, the
fastening plates and screws. Use the defined tightening
torques (see 6.8)

The indications given below are valid to use the lugs in

accordance with the current manufacturing standards.
Do not use 500 mm2 aluminium lugs (6 holes or
more).
cable.
• Insert onto the cable.
• It is re-assembled at the end of the cable (installation
of the lug) in accordance with the instructions of
the supplier regarding the cable ends.

• Depending on the contract, an extended box

beneath the cable compartment may have to be
assembled as shown in the figure.

• For this box assembly, all the side walls are

dispatched loose whereas the base sheet is fitted
on the cable box is standard.

• At site these walls have to be erected beneath the

box as shown in the picture with M8 screws (13mm
After having removed the back panel : spanner) & the base plate to be attached at bottom
of this box.
1. Dismantle every cable tightening strap (13 mm
spanner).

2. Remove the rear crossbeam (4 screws, washers,

bolts, 13 mm spanner).

3. Dismantle the fastening crossbeams (2 screws,

washers, 13mm spanner).

4. Do not move the last crossbeam.

6.8 Connecting the cables

Side walls of extended Cable box

• Fix each cable onto the connection lug.

– For cables < 400 mm2, one M10 screw, 8.8
• Cut the grommet according to the diameter of the
class, tightenning torque : 3.2 daN.m.

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 - For cables>400 mm2, four M8 screws, 8.8 Rigorously observe the locking-out operations and tests
class, tightening torque : 1.6 daN.m. under the operating conditions on site.

Respect the general instructions and the site instructions

in force.

Check that the premises, the cable duct, the ventilation

devices etc. are water-tight.

If the equipment has been kept in a humid area, we

recommend that the premises be heated or the heating
resistor be supplied power for 24 hours prior to
commissioning.

6.10 Summary of the main list of checks

prior to commissioning

Inspections and tests have been carried out at the

factory.
• To mount 2 cables per phase, connect these 2
cables onto the first connection lug. Details of the checks Date Notes Signature
Make sure the cable goes through the cable trough, Visual inspections
in order to reduce the constraints linked with cable
fastening. - Make sure there is
no foreign matter inside
the switchboard.
Ena
- Check the outside
appearance (no trace of
shocks, no scratches
on the paint. Carry out
Tightening strap
the necessary
Grommet touch-ups.
Cable - Check that the
equipment complies
Earthing braid
with the safety index
(leak tightness of the
• Carry out the fastening of each cable onto the cable functional units,
itself. different obstructions
etc.
• The cable earthing braids must go above the bottom
plates. Mechanical inspections
• Do not stick the phase marks (coloured adhesive - Operation and interlock
tape) on the re-assemblies. tests of the access
doors and moving panels.
H M8 x 25 screw
1.6 - Tests carried out on
the interlock system
by means of locks.
- Inspection of the
mechanical tightening
systems (electrical
jointings, power and
earthing circuits, etc.

Operational manoeuvres
of the moving parts
- Plugging-in and
un-plugging operations.
- LV plug connection.
• Connect the 3 earthing braids to the earthing circuit
(M8 x 25 screw, 13 mm spanner). - Arming, closing, tripping.

• Re-assemble the rear crossbeam. Dielectric tests

- Whilst taking all the
6.9 Inspections prior to commissioning
necessary precautions,
carry out a dielectric
Please refer to the drawings and diagrams provided with
test of the HV
the equipment which describe the functionalities performed
equipment and LV wiring.
to carry out every step of the necessary operations.
Note : These tests are to be
carried out before the
Record the numbers and identification marks of the
electrical tests.
equipment and sub-assemblies.

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 Details of the checks Date Notes Signature
Electrical tests
- Verification of the earthing
circuit continuity
- Checking the connections
of the LV links.
- Operational test of all of
the LV equipment.
- Recording of the relay
parameter settings after
having checked that the
switchboard is operating
correctly.

7 Operation

7.1 Operating levers

• Crank handle for arming the control mechanism’s

springs

• Operating and closing handle for the door

• Rod for closing and tripping the circuit breaker

• Standard key to lock and unlock the door of the

“drawing unit” compartment

• Standard key to lock and unlock the low-voltage

switchgear • Standard operating lever for the earthing switch

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 • Dis-engageable plugging-in and withdrawing
crank handle for the circuit breaker’s moving
part.

• Insert racking handle into the end of racking

screw at its rest position.

• Turn the racking screw and align it with racking

orifice of door.
• Rotate racking handle clockwise with slightly
pressing it forward till the breaker reached to
“service position”.
• The indicator on CB trolley shall indicate the
“Service” position.
• Now the crank handle can be withdrawn.

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8.2 Unplugging operation for the moving part
(Compulsory before opening the door)

• Insert racking handle into the racking screw which

is at front door orifice.

• Rotate racking handle anti- clockwise with slightly

pressing it forward till the breaker reached to “test
position”.
• The indicator on CB trolley shall indicate the
“Test” position.
• Now the crank handle can be withdrawn.

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• Closing 9.4 Closing and tripping the circuit breaker
Fit the rod into the right-hand opening, through the by push button [door closed]
door, and push it home.

• The circuit breaker closes.

• 1 Pull the handle down.

• The mimic diagram through the view port confirms
the “closed” position.

• Tripping
Fit the rod into the left-hand opening, thorugh the
• 2 To close the breaker, press the (black) button
door, and push it home.
on the right.
• The circuit breaker trips.

• The mimic diagram through the view port confirms • 3 To trip the breaker, press the (red) button on
the “closed” position. the left.

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 7.6 Electrical operations on the circuit 3- Press to open: the animated mimic diagram
breaker by DCX command control indicates “tripped” (turns green).

• The circuit breaker can be controlled electrically,

directly from the DCX programmable controller.
7.7 Operating the circuit breaker with
• The DCX relay is an equipment whose parameters motorised plugging-in
can be set. These parameters are defined by the
Customer.

• As soon as it is energised, the DCX relay initialises

itself for a few seconds. It stabilises itself in the
state that is representative of that of the functional
unit.

• Plugging-in the circuit breaker:

1 Preselect by pressing twice: the indicator light

flashes for 5 sec, the time to give the desired
order.

• Closing the circuit breaker :
1- Preselect by pressing once: the indicator light
flashes for 5 sec, the time to give the desired
order.
2 Press to plug-in: the animated mimic diagram
indicates “plugged-in” (turns red) at the end
of the manoeuvre.

2- Press to close: the animated mimic diagram

indicates “closed” (turns red).

• Withdrawing the circuit breaker:

1 Preselect by pressing twice: the indicator light

flashes for 5 sec, the time to give the desired
• Opening the circuit breaker: order.

1- Preselect by pressing once: the indicator light 3 Press to unplug (withdraw): the animated
flashes for 5 sec, the time to give the desired mimic diagram indicates “withdrawn” (turns
order. green) at the end of the manoeuvre.

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8 STANDARD LOCKING OUT AND INTERLOCKING PROCEDURES

8.1 Operating mechanical interlocking

The PIX functional units are equipped with mechanical function interlocks, intended to avoid any kind of operational
error.

These interlocks must be known before any operation is performed

INTERLOCKING FUNCTION FUNCTIONING

• Between the plugging-in of the • The plugging-in of the moving part is • The racking handle can not be
moving part and the installation impossible if the low voltage plug is inserted to desired position.
of the low voltage plug. not connected.

• Between the plugging-in of the • Plugging-in of the moving part is • Earthing interlock lever prohibits
moving part and the earthing impossible if the earthing switch is VCB movement.
switch “closed”. closed.

• Between the closure of the • Closure of the earthing switch is • Earthing interlock lever prohibits
earthing switch and the position impossible as soon as the moving “ON” movement.
of the moving part. part is in the course of being
plugged in or is “plugged-in”.

• Between the plugging-in and the • Plugging-in of the moving part is • Interlock lever prohibits insertion
closed state of the moving part. impossible if the latter is closed. of the crank handle.

• Between the closing of the moving • Closing of the moving part is • Electrical and manual command
part and plugging-in. impossible outside of the controls of the moving part are
“Plugged-in” or “Test” positions. impossible.

• The rear cover opening & • Opening of rear cover is impossible • The interlock lever prohibits the
earthing switch closure. if the eathing switch is in “OFF” rear cover movement.
condition.

• Cubicle front door opening • Opening of the front door is • The interlock lever prohibits the
& moving part in plugged-in impossible if the moving part front cover movement.
condition. is plugged-in.

• Between Low voltage plug & • Opening of the LV plug is • The interlock lever prohibits the
position of moving part in impossible if the moving part LV plug opening.
plugged-in condition. is plugged-in.

8.2 Locking out by padlock (not supplied) position

and by locks
The passage holes are provided to accept the
shackle for padlocks of 8 mm.
The fitting of several padlocks on a single point
necessitates the use of an accessory that is not
supplied.
• Mechanical lock-out of earthing switch by padlocks
and other locks.
• Mechanical lock-out for shutter (same principle for
left-hand and right-hand).
• Locking-out of the plugging-in.
• 2 - Locking the earthing switch in the open position.
• Rack-in interlock.
8.4 Additional locking out and
interlocking procedures
• Other locking-out and additional locking devices
can be supplied depending on the particular
specifications of the contract.
8.5 Mechanical lock-out due to padlocks
(not included in scope of supplies)
• Through-holes are provided for 8mm thick bars of
padlocks

8.3 Interlocks using keylocks • If several padlocks are used in one location, an
accessory (not included in scope of supplies) is
• 1 Locking the earthing switch in the closed used.

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 9 COMMISSIONING - Aming, closing and
tripping.
9.1 Importance Notice
Tests and trials Date Remarks Signature
Prior to dispatch, PIX functional units are mechanically
and electrically tested. Dielectric tests

If the material has been stored in a damp location, it is - Whilst taking all
recommended that the room must be heated and the precautions necessary,
heating coils must be energized for a period of 24 hous carry out a dielectric
prior to installation. test on the HV
equipment and LV
Also check to leaking devices in the room, the cable cabling.
troughs, ventilation etc. NB: These tests must be
carried out prior to electrical
9.2 Inventory of tools and accessories on testing.
completion of work on site
Electrical tests
Recover, draw up an inventory and tidy away all assembly
tools and objects not required in the switchboard. - Check the continuity
of the earthing circuit.
Return the functional unit’s and circuit breaker’s operating
accessories to their respective storage positions. - Check the connections
on the LV links.
Post the technical Manual PIX in a clearly visible position.
- Test the correct
9.3 Principle pre-commissioning checks operation of the LV
switchgear.
Visual inspection Date Remarks Signature
- Record the relay
- Ensure there are no parameters.
foreign bodies within
the switchboard State of the switchgear Date Remarks Signature

- Check the external - Examine each moving

appearance (no signs part, in particular the;
of blows, scratches ougging in pins
on the paint work) —> contacts.
carry out repairs if
needed. - Ensure that all the cir-
cuit breakers are open
- Check the and in the isolating
conformity with the position, the earthing
protection index switches are open and
(leaktightness of the access panels to
the functional units, the cables and to the
various blanking-off busbars are in
panels, etc.). place.

“Mechanical” checks Date Remarks Signature - Ensure that the

voltage transformer
- Operating and fuse indicator covers
interlock tests on the have been removed
access doors and (comply with the
removable panels. instructions by the
fuse suppliers).
- Key-locked system
tests.
9.4 Energizing the “Incoming” functional
- Checking mechanical unit
looks, (electrical
jointing, power and Energize the cables. In the case of a VPIS (IEC 611958)
earthing circuits, etc.) type voltage presence, check that the luminous indicators
are flashing.
Operations carried out on
the moving parts : In the case of a VDS type voltage detection (IEC 61243-
5, HR system, “high impedance”), successively connect
- Plugging-in and up the tester to the 3 phases. Check that it lights up in
withdrawing. every case.

- Connection of the Energize the busbar. To do this, plug-in and close the
LV socket. circuit breaker (ses § operation).

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9.5 Voltage test [VPIS indicators] 9.8 Voltage presence testing [VDS
indicators]

• Voltage indicator housing.

The indication of “voltage presence” is ensured in

conformity with the provisions of IEC 61958 within the
range of service voltage defined on the label [3].

To each of the three phases L1, L2 and L3 [1], there is a

corresponding flashing indicator [2].

A connection point [4], for each phase, is accessible on

the front face of the luminous indicator in order to connect • Detector of the presence of voltage type KSP HR2
the phase comparator. (optional).

The indication of a VPIS, by itself, is insufficient to enure 9.9 Check phase coincidence using a
that the system is de-energized; if the operating rules phase monitor [VDS indicators]
demand it, then the appropriate voltage detectors must
be used to that effect, in compliance with IEC 61243-5. Checking the phase monitor

9.6 Energizing a second “Incoming”,

supplied power from the same source

Energize the cables. Check for the presence of voltage

(see § 9.4).

Check the phase balance (see § 9.7 or 9.8) before

commissioning.

9.7 Control of phase balance with a

phase comparator [VPIS indicators]

• Connect phase monitor connector (optional) to 2

phases of the same panel.

• The lamp must light up: The phase monitor is working

properly.

Checking for phase coincidence

• Connect the 2 phase comparator cables (optional)

on to 2 phases of the same functional unit. The light
should light up : Showing the comparator is working.

• Phase coincidence : The lamp has gone out.

• No phase coincidence : Lamp is lit

• Ensure phase coincidence using the checked phase

monitor. If the phases do not coincide, check the
cable connection.
• Phases are balanced : light out
10 PRELIMINARY OPERATIONS BEFORE
• Phases out of balance : light on MAINTENANCE
• Ensure phase coincidence using the checked phase
monitor. If the phases do not coincide, check the 10.1 Opening the door of the functional
cable connection. unit

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 Opening the door is only authorised for the
maintenance operations.

The moving part must be in the “withdrawn” position

• Turn the key in clockwise direction: the door is

locked.

• The key can only be removed when the door is

closed.
• Insert the key into its keyhole.

• Turn it in anti-clockwise direction to unlock the door. 10.3 Disconnection of low voltage plug

• Turn handle downwards as shown : the door lifts Isolate the low voltage auxiliaries before
up. d i s c o n n e c t i n g t h e m o v i n g p a r t ’s p l u g .

• Open the door: the handle can be removed but the

key remains captive

10.2 Closing and Locking the door

• Door open: moving part in the position

• Close the door. “withdrawn/test” with low voltage plug connected.

• Move handle upwards : the door is lowered and

locked.

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• Pull horizontally on the low voltage plug unlocking
lever.
• Disconnect the plug and store it in its housing, just
above the moving part.
10.4 Extraction of the functional unit’s
moving part
• Put the black knob provided on front cover of the
moving part to “Shutter free” position.
• Now the moving part could be pulled out using the
detachable ramp.
• IMPORTANT : Ensure all the conditions mentioned
on the front door are fulfilled.
10.5 Connection of the low voltage plug
Ensure that the low voltage auxiliaries are cut off
before connecting the low voltage plug.
• Pull out the low voltage plug from its housing.
• Plug it into the moving part’s socket and lock it.
10.6 Earthing switch opening operation
• The operating point of the earth switch is in the
front or at the rear depending upon the contract.
• To operate the earthing switch the moving part
should be in “withdrawn” condition. It is possible
to put the earthing switch to “OFF” or open
position by turning the handle in anti-clockwise
direction.
• The “ON” or “OFF” position of the earth switch
can be seen from the inspection window if the
earth switch is being operated from rear. If it is
being operated from front then the indiscation
shall appear on the front window.
10.7 Earthing switch closing operation
Before closing the earthing switch, ensure there is
complete absence of voltage in the circuit
concerned.
• Ensure following :
• The circuit breaker has been tripped &
brought to “TEST” position.
• The incoming supply, if it is an incoming unit,
has been switched off.
• Put the operating lever on to the protruding rod
and turn it in clockwise direction till you can hear
the making sound. Now inspect the position of
earth switch through rear inspection window.
Alternatively the indicator at the front should be
checked .
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 11 MAINTENANCE

11.1 Levels of maintenance

Definition Levels

Operation recommended in the instruction manual “installation – operation –

maintenance” to be carried out by suitably qualified personnel having received
training allowing them to intervene whilst respecting the safety rules. 1

Complex operations requiring expertise and the implementation of support implementation

equipment in accordance with AREVA’s procedures. These are to be carried out by AREVA
or by a specialised technician, trained by AREVA (DAFEP Training Centre) in the
of procedures, and who is equipped with specific equipment. 2

All preventive and corrective maintenance, all renovation and reconstruction work
to be carried out by AREVA 3

11.2 Preventive maintenance of the moving parts

Please refer to the specific instruction manuals ( § 2.4)

Preventive Maintenance Frequency Levels

Recommended operations 3 years 6 years 1 2 3

Removal of dust from the insulating enclosure of the poles

(clean, dry cloth) X – X X X

Checking the state of the plugging-in clamps – X – – X

Checking the moving part’s earthing switch device

(clamps and contact jaws) – X – – X

11.3 Preventive maintenance of the functional units

Preventive Maintenance Frequency Levels

Operations recommended at the functional unit level 3 years 6 years 1 2 3

Verification of the presence and condition of accessories

(levels, etc.) X - X X X

Visual inspection of exterior appearance (cleanliness,

absence of oxidation, etc.) X - X X X

Cleaning of external elements, with a clean dry cloth X - X X X

Checking the tightness to torque (covers, wiring ducts,

connections, etc.) X - X X X

Checking the mechanical controls by carrying out a

few operations X - X X X

Checking the positioning of the status indicators

(open and closed) X - X X X

Control of the status and the functioning of the mechanical

locking by key locks X - X X X

Dusting and cleaning the internal mechanical elements

(without solvent) X - - X X

Inspection of the tightening of the threaded fasteners and

presence of internal stops X - - X X

Dusting and cleaning the internal mechanical elements

(with solvent) - X - - X

Lubrication and greasing of mechanical elements

(with recommended products) - X - - X

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 Operations recommended at the functional unit level 3 years 6 years 1 2 3

Monitoring the general appearance of the mechanical

components and connections - X - - X

Testing the “function” of mechanical interlocks - X - - X

Preventive Maintenance Frequency Levels

Operations that are specific to the “moving part”compartment 3 years 6 years 1 2 3

Ensure the smooth functioning of the shutters

(plugging-in/withdrawing) - X - X X

Checking the state of the plugging-in electrodes - X - - X

Cleaning of the insulating elements, with a clean dry cloth - X - - X

Cleaning and lubricating the mechanical parts [see § 15.5] - X - - X

Examination of the electrical power contacts - X - - X

Checking for the absence of overheating or of discharges in

the plugging-in electrodes - X - - X

Operations that are specific to the busbar compartment 3 years 6 years 1 2 3

Checking the tightness of the busbar connections - X - - X

Checking the leaktightness in the comparament - X - - X

Cleaning the internal elements (insulation, connections,

supports, etc.) - X - X X

Visual inspection of the appearance of the internal components - X - - X

Operations that are specific to the “High Voltage cables”

compartment 3 years 6 years 1 2 3

Checking the state of the earthing switch contacts - X - - X

Checking the leaktightness in the compartment - X - - X

Examination of the state of the cable reassembles - X - - X

Cleaning the internal elements (insulators, connections,

supports, etc.) - X - - X

Cleaning and lubricating the mechanical parts [see § 11.5] - X - - X

Visual inspection of the appearance of the internal components - X - - X

Operations specific to the Low Voltage box 3 years 6 years 1 2 3

Checking the state of the internal components – X – X X

Checking the tightness to torque of the terminals and electrical

connections in general – X – X X

Examination of the general state of the wiring and the relays – X – X X

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 11.4 Systematic preventive maintenance

A systematic check of all High Voltage connections In certain cases, it may be necessary to grease certain
tightening points may be requested by the customer screws (please refer to the assembly drawings).

11.5 Lubricating and greasing points

Apply the General Safety Instructions for Greases : Duration : 2 hrs per functional unit
Electrical Applications and the particular see § 2.5
regulations for the network concerned
for the locking out procedures.

• Greasing of the earthing shoe • Greasing of the plugging in

(optional) of the moving part. contacts of the earthing switch.

11.6 Replacement of a luminous indicator VPIS

Levels
Replacement 1 2 3
Replacement of a luminous indicator VPIS X X X
The defective luminous indicator Unscrew the 2 screws on the Connect up a new indicator lamp
can be replaced on a functional indicator. (no special order or assignment for
unit whilst energized. Remove the indicator from its the connection of the connectors),
housing. place it in its housing and screw the
Disconnect the connector(s). 2 screws back in.
11.7 Anomalies and remedies

Observation Mechanism Probable Cause Remedy

• Unusual noises Voltage presence box • “Faston” plug poorly • Check the connections
when energized, connected
cracking, Capacitive voltage divider • Defective voltage • Replace the defective
extinguishes divider capacitive voltage divider
Insulators • Polluted or degraded • Clean the parts or consult our
insulating parts After-Sales Service : see
address at the beginning of
the manual

• Abnormal over- Connecting • Poor tightening • Retighten to the appropriate

heating at the torque after cleaning the
connecting points. contact plates

• Voltage presence MV fuse on outgoing • Fuse blown • Replace all three fuses
indicator switch or contactor
gushed. Voltage presence box • Deterioration of a • Replace the box
component

• Abnormal efforts Earthing switch • Safety interlocking • Check the position of the
for mechanical control mechanisms
parts operations Plugging-in of the circuit • Safety interlocking • Check the positions of control
breaker mechanisms
moving parts

• Circuit breaker Line section switch or
does not close LV circuit breaker
Protection devices
External connections
Low voltage connector
of the circuit breaker
• Line section switch or • Check the closure of the switch
LV circuit breaker open or the LV circuit breaker
• Action by protection • Check the adjustments
devices
• Poor connection • Check with wiring diagrams
• Poor connection • Check the connections

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 12 SPARE PARTS
12.1 Spare part
Designates an element which is These parts may only be
intended to replace an appropriate replaced by a skilled person
element in order to restore the who has been trained accordingly.
required original function.

For scheduled replacement Description Replacement every Levels

1 2 3

These are wear parts which have been Fan (3 each) 30,000 hours energized X X X
developed for replacement once a spe-
cified utilization period has expired. Blocking coil 40,000 hours energized X X X

Application : maintenance stock, HV fuses (3 each) 20 years X X X

required for optimum execution of
maintenance at 6-year intervals. Heating resistor X X X

For non-scheduled replacement Description Levels

1 2 3

Designates spare parts which are

replaced according to specific
operating conditions. Tertiary resistor X X X

Application : Parts which are replaced

in case of corrective maintenance Illuminated display VPIS X X X
outside of the preventive maintenance
intervals.

For replacement in exceptional cases Description Levels

1 2 3

Designates the individual or assembled Busbar bushings X X X

parts whose anticipated service life is
at least as long as that of the Insualting cap for nodes X X X
switchgear.
Micro-contact in racked-in position X X X
Application : Spare parts or modules
which are kept for quick replacement. Handle X X X
Key X X X
Nylon rivets of arc shutters X X X
Drawing unit (circuit-breaker, contactor etc.) X X X
Change-over switch for earthing switch - X X
Current transformer - X X
Voltage transformer - X X
Surge arrester - X X
Earthing switch drive - X X

12.2 Switchgear identification

A list of the technical data of the switchgear must be enclosed with each order of spare parts.

12.3 Storage conditions

The parts must be stored so that they are protected Some parts are fragile : preferably they should be
against dust, humidity and sun exposure. For convenience kept in their original packaging.
they must be identified with the AREVA item number.

12.4 Consumables for maintenance

Designates the products required for maintenance.

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 13 END OF THE EQUIPMENT SERVICE
LIFE

13.1 Valorization of the equipment

Our functional units are composed of recyclable elements.

The tables (§ 13.4) give information and figures for the • Optimising the valorization process.
types of materials, their quality and their methods of
valorization. • Evaluating the cost of valorization.

These enable the following : The indications given in tables (§ 13.3) facilitate co-
operation between users and companies specialised in
• Calculation to be made of the capacities for elimination to valorize the product at the end of the
valorization. product’s service life.

Thermosetting Steel
Parts

Copper +
Aluminium

Thermosetting
Thermosetting
Glass
Copper
Polyster + VI +
Copper
External
Connection Steel
(Not included in
the quantitative
break down
Polyster
Thermosetting

PIX — 36 KV 1250A, 1250 KA (1000mm Width)

13.2 Safety instructions

Do not dismantle the mechanical Do not open the poles. Do not dismantle the earthing
control mechanism springs switch’s springs without the
without the releasing device. releasing device.

13.3 Disassembly of the switchgear units

Regarding decommissioning, • All electrical equipment (coils, • During disassembly, the materials
please consult AREVA drives etc.) must be removed. must be sorted and routed to the
appropriate recycling procedures.

13.4 Dividing up and recycling of the materials used for PIX (see § 13.1)

Total weight : Switchgear panel + Circuit-breaker + MiCOM relay = 1641 kg

Materials including inserts Weight (kg) % of Materials Recycling

Steel 1250 Yes (100%)

Stainless steel 0 Yes (95%)
Copper and copper-based alloys 138
Aluminium and aluminium alloys 4
Other non-ferrous metals 0
Total metal content (where of inserts) 1392 84.8

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Material Weight (kg) % of Materials Recycling

Epoxy resin* (except transformers) 153

Epoxy resin in transformers 48 Not recyclable
PUR resin in transformers 0 (routed to technical
Glass fibre reinforced polyester 38 disposal plants)
Others 0
Total thermoset content 239 14.5
* silica or glass reinforced epoxy resin, depending on the parts

Material Weight (kg) % of Materials Recycling

PC 1
PTFE 0.025 Not recyclable
PVC 0.240
PBT 1
PA 3
Others (PMMA, PE, PET) 0, 1
Total thermoplastic content 4.36 0.25

Material Weight (kg) % of Materials Recycling

Elastomers 0,1 0,02

Paint 0,2 0,03 Not recyclable
Glass 2 0,26

Andere Weight (kg) % of Materials Recycling

Porcelain 0 0 Not recyclable

Other materials Weight (kg) % of Materials Recycling

Total others 3,3 0,43 Not recyclable

• Rating Table

TECHNICAL DATA VALUES

Rated voltage kV 36 ( 40.6 on request)
Rated current Amps = 800,1250, 1600, 2000
Rated Freqnecy Hz 50
Rated short time withstand current for 3 secs kA = 26.3 (31.5 KA on request)
Rated dynamic peak withstand current kAp 66
Insulation level kA rms 70
• One min power frequency voltage withstand kA rms 70
• 1.2/50 micro sec Impulse withstand kVp 170
Operating cycle O-0.3 Secs.-CO-3min-CO
Standards to which it conforms IEC 62271-100; 102; 200
Internal arc test value kA 25
Duration of Internal are withstand 0.1 (1 available on request)
Cable charging current for C2 duty tested Amps 25
Capacitor duty test Amps 400
Approx. weight of circuit breaker & cubicle Kg 1700
Rated breaking current kA 25 (31.5 on request)

• Shipping details

Complete cubicle and breaker goes in it packing and not packed separately. the packing dimensions are as under.

• Width 1.2 Meters • Height 2.7 Meters • Depth 2.8 Meters.

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http://www.areva-td.com/contactcentre/
AREVA T&D Worldwide Contact Centre:

1, Taratala Road, Kolkata - 700024, India

Tel : + 91(0) 033 2367 5835
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Fax : +91(0) 033 2367 7958/4139

AREVA T&D India Contact Centre:

Block BN, Sector V, Saltlake City, Kolkata-700091, India

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