iNTERRUPTOR 3AF01 PDF

Outdoor Vacuum Circuit Breaker 3AF01
36kV to 40.5kV
3AF01
36kV 40.5kV
Operating Instructions/ SLC PTD MC
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Operating Instruction Siemens 3AF01 / 3AF01 0

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Contents
1 General 1. 2
1.1 Standard specifications 1.1 3
1.2 Fields of application 1.2 3
2 Technical data 2. 3
2.1 Type spectrum 2.1 3
2.1.1 Type designation 2.1.1 3
2.1.1 Rated data 2.1.2 4
2.2 Characteristic values 2.2 4
2.3 Influence of environmental parameters 2.3 5
2.3.1 Permissible ambient conditions 2.3.1 5
3.2.2 Site altitude 2.3.2 5
2.3.3 Load current 2.4 6
2.4 Service life 2.5 / 7
2.5 Fixing/termination dimensions and weight
3 Description
3. 7
3.1 7 10 11 7
3.1 Construction
3.2 8
3.2 Vacuum Interrupter
3.3 The arc quenching principle 3.3 8
3.4 Switching operation 3.4 10
3.5 Anti-condensation Units 3.5 11
4 Complement 4. 11
4.1 Operating mechanism 4.1 ( 11) 11
4.2 Closing 4.2 11
4.3 Shunt releases 4.3 13
4.3.1 Shunt closing release (Y9)3AY1510 4.3.1 Y9 3AY1510 11 P4 13
4.3.2 Shunt release (Y1)3AY1510 4.3.2 (Y1)3AY1510( 11 P5) 13
4.3.3 Shunt release (Y2)3AX1101 4.3.3 (Y2)3AY1101( 11 P5)
(additional feature) ( 13
4.3.4 Current transformer operated release 4.3.4 (Y4)3AX1102
(Y4)3AX1102 (additional feature) ( 14
4.4 Auxiliary switch (S1)3SV92 4.4 (S1) 3SV92 (P-14, Fig. 11) 14
4.5 Mechanical interlocking 4.5 14
5. Installation 5 15
5.1 Unpacking 5.1 15
5.2 Receiving the equipment 5.2 15
5.3 Storage and handling 5.3 15
5.4 Erection 5.4 15
5.5 Electrical connection 5.5 17
6 Commissioning 6. 18
6.1 Slow closing operation 6.1 19
6.2 Slow opening operation 6.2 19
6.3 Charging the closing spring by hand 6.3 19
6.4 Closing 6.4 20
6.5 Opening 6.5 20
6.6 Space heater 6.6 20
7 Maintenance 7 21
7.1 Safety measures 7.1 21
7.2 Maintenance schedule 7.2 21
7.3 Typical maintenance sequence 7.3 22
7.4 Lubrication of parts 7.4 22
7.5 Checking the contact erosion 7.5 23
7.6 Checking the vacuum 7.6 23
7.7 Dielectric test 7.7 23
7.8 Accessories and spare parts 7.8 24

! WARNING !
This equipment contains hazardous voltages and
mechanical parts which move at high speed and may
be controlled remotely.
Non-observance of the safety instructions can result in

severe personal injury or property damage.
Only qualified personnel should work on or around this

equipment after becoming thoroughly familiar with all
warnings, safety notices, and maintenance procedures
contained herein.
Successful and safe operation of this equipment is

dependent on perfect project planning of the system,
proper handling(transport, storage), installation,
operation and maintenance.
1. General 1.
Siemens 3AF01 vacuum circuit breakers are of the 3AF01
triple-pole outdoor type of 36kV. 36kV 40.5kV
The vacuum circuit breaker consists of (1)a steel

structure and a mechanism housing complete with
stored-energy spring mechanism & control elements,
and (2)a baseframe with three poles with vacuum
interrupters mounted in porcelain insulators and
operating rods.
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
J.
K.
L.
M.

1.1 Standard specifications
The 3AF 01 vacuum circuit breakers comply with the 1.1
provisions of IEC 56, IEC 694, BS 5311,DIN VED 3AF01 IEC 56 IEC
0670 and IS13118. 694 BS 5311 DIN VED 0670 and IS13118
1.2 Field of application

The combination of the special contact geometry and 1.2
contact material developed of the vacuum interrupters
enables Siemens 3AF 01 vacuum circuit breaker to be 3AF01
used universally for all fields of application, e.g. this
circuit-breaker with stored-energy mechanism is O-0.3s-CO-15sec-CO
suitable for the operating sequence O-0.3s-CO-15sec-
CO.
However, certain applications, such as operating

reactors, furnace breakers etc., may necessitate taking
of special measures.
2. Technical data
2.
2.1 Type spectrum
2.1.1 Type designation
2.1
3AF 01 vacuum circuit breakers are identified by a
2.1.1
machine-readable product designation made up of a
3AF01
series of figures and letters, whose first 8 places can be
found on the name plate of the circuit breakers. In
connection with the design code stated on the name
plate, the machine –readable product designation
provides a full description of the circuit-breaker. The
figure below shows what the individual places of the
basic machine-readable product designation stand for:
Basic type & Rated voltage
Rated short circuit breaking current
Rated normal current
Electrical auto-reclosing Op. mechanism

3 A F 0 1 4 3 - 4
The basic machine-readable product designation of the
circuit breaker is stated on the name plate (Fig. 2); the
name plate also contains the following information.
2
The name plate, is located on the mechanism housing
of the circuit breaker.
Note! In the event of any queries, state the type

designation, design code, year of manufacture and
serial number.
SIEMENS
Type designation Design code
Serial number Year of manufacture
Rated voltage Rated normal current
Rated s.c. breaker current Rated s.c. duration
Rated light imp. with. Voltage Weight
Purchase Order No. & Date
Rated operating duty
Made in India 800-114861-101
Fig. 2: Name plate
800-114861-101
2
2.1.2 Rate data
2.1.2
3AF 01 circuit breaker with technical data as shown in
Table 1 are currently available. The breaker are
designed to meet the requirements of IEC 56/IS13118. 3AF01 1 3AF01
Type Rated Rated Rated Rate Rated Rated power Rated Pole Weight
designation voltage short-circuit short-circuit short-circuit current in frequency lightning center (approx) in
* making breaking duration in s A withstand impulse** distance kg
current current voltage in withstand in mm
kV** voltage in
kV***
** ***
*
3AF0143 36 62.5 25 3 1600 70 170 350±5 1200
3AF0144 36 62.5 25 3 2000 70 170 350±5 1200
3AF0153 36 80 31.5 3 1600 70 170 350±5 1200
3AF0154 36 80 31.5 3 2000 70 170 350±5 1200
Table 1 : 3AF01 Technical Data 1 3AF01
* 40.5kV upon request * 40.5kV
**95kV upon request ** 95kV
***200kV upon request *** 200kV
2.2 Characteristic values IEC56/IS13118
Definitions: 2.2
Opening time = the interval of time between the
initiation of the opening operation and the opening of
the last pole.
Arcing time = the interval of time between the instant
of the first initiation of an arc and the instant of final
arc extinction in all poles.
Break time = the interval of time between the
initiation of the opening operation and the instant of
final arc extinction in the last circuit breaker pole
(=opening time + arcing time).
Close-open-time = the interval of time (in a make-
break operation cycle) between the instant when the
contacts touch in the first pole in the closing process,
and the instant when the arcing contacts separate in all
poles in the subsequent opening process
Dead time = The interval of time between final arc
extinction in all poles in the opening operation and the
first re-establishment of current in any pole in the
subsequent closing operation.
Closing time = the interval of time between the
initiation of the closing operation and the instant when
the last breaker pole closes.
The operation and pulse duration times stated in Table 2 3AF01
2 below apply for 3AF 01 vacuum circuit breakers:
Operating time:
Opening time 1st shunt release(Y1) 65ms :
Opening time 2nd shunt release(Y2) 50ms (Y1) 65ms
Arcing time 15ms (Y2) 50ms
Break time 1st shunt release(Y1) 80ms 15ms
Break time 2nd shunt release(Y2) 65ms (Y1) 80ms
Close-open time, 90ms (Y2) 65ms
1st shunt release(Y1) , 90ms
Close-open time, 70ms (Y1)
2nd shunt release(Y2) , 70ms
Dead time 300ms (Y2)
Closing time with stored-energy mech. 75ms 300ms
Synchronizing error between the poles 2ms 75ms
Spring charging times: 2ms
Spring charging time (M1) 15ms :
Minimum pulse duration:
(M1) 15ms
Shunt release (Y1) 60ms
:
Supplementary release 3AX 110 20ms
(Y2,Y4,Y6) (Y1) 60ms
Closing solenoid (Y9) 60ms 3AX 110 20ms
(Y2,Y4,Y6)
(Y9) 60ms
Table 2: Operation and pulse duration times
2.3 Influence of environmental parameters 2

2.3
2.3.1 Permissible ambient conditions 2.3.1
The 3AF 01 vacuum circuit breaker are designed for 3AF01
the normal operating conditions laid down in the
standards.
Permissible ambient temperatures: =+40°C

Maximum value =+40°C 24 =+35°C
Maximum value, 24 hours mean =+35°C = -25°C
Minimum value = -25°C
:
Permissible atmospheric humidity:
24 <95%
Maximum value, 24 hours mean <95% 1 <90%
Maximum value, 1month mean <90%
2.3.2
2.3.2 Site altitude
The rated insulating capacity values (rated lightning DIN VDE0111 IEC 71
impulse withstand voltage, rated power frequency 1013hPa 20ºC
withstand voltage) specified for the equipment are, in 11g/m3
accordance with the provisions of DIN VDE 0111 and
IEC Publication 71, based on standard atmospheric 100
conditions (1013 h Pa, 20 ºC, and 11g/m3 water content 0 9 VDE
). i.e. sea level. The insulating capacity of an insulation IEC
in air decreases with increasing altitude as a result of 1000
change in the air density, Standards promulgated by 1000 9
DIN VDE, IEC and others disregard this decrease in
insulating capacity for altitude of up to 1000m, i.e. the
decrease in insulating capacity of 9% at an altitude of
1000m is still permissible.
The standards provide no guideline for altitudes of

more than 1000 m with respect to insulation ratings.
Our own recommendation is as follows:
Since this method used for rating insulation up to
altitudes of 1000 m has proved to be satisfactory, it 1000
should also be applied to higher altitudes. The altitude
correction factor a should therefore be based on a 1000
the insulation capacity at 1000m, which is lower by 9% 9 0.91 1/1.1
than the capacity at sea level.
The following expression thus applies for the selection

of the equipment:
Rated withstand voltage to be selected

Required rated withstand voltage 2)
>
(1.1xa) 2
)
>
3 a (1.1 X a)
Example:
Site altitude above sea level 2000 m
Required rated impulse withstand voltage 170kV
Correction factor (According to Fig. 3) 0.82 2000 m
Rated impulse withstand voltage to be selected: 170kV
3 0.82
170kV
=188kV
1.1x0.82
This means that equipment designed for a rated voltage 170kV =188k
of 200kV, is required for this application.
1.1x0.82 V
2.4 Service life 200kV
Under normal operating conditions, the circuit breakers
2.4
are designed for 10,000 operating cycles. Due to the
optimization of the service life of all parts, the level of
reliability falls if the breaker are used for a greater 10 000
number of operating cycles. The manufacturer can
therefore not recommend continued of the circuit
breakers, even if certain subassemblies are renewed.
When the permission maximum has been attained, the

complete pole assemblies must be renewed. Detailed
instructions are supplied with the replacement pole
assemblies.
When ordering replacement pole assemblies, state the

circuit breaker type, design code and serial number
(see name plate).
2.5 /
2.5 Fixing/termination dimensions and weight
The dimensions of the vacuum circuit breaker are

shown in the relevant drawings which can be ordered
through your Siemens office. 1
The weight can be found on the breaker name plate, in
Table 1 or in the relevant drawing.
/ ( )( 1 E F)
Top / Bottom Terminal (Aluminium)(E,F in Fig. 1)
3. Description
The 36kV 3AF01 vacuum circuit breaker are designed 3.

to handle all the switching duties that occur in primary
distribution systems. The breaker are extremely 36kV 3AF01
reliable in service, require minimum maintenance and
have a long life expectancy. Moreover, their small size
and weight, their quiet and low-vibration operation and
the fact that they are not affected by temperature nor
present a fire risk make the breakers suitable for
outdoor locations.
3.1 Construction (Fig.:7,10 & 11) 3.1 7 10 11
The vacuum interrupters is mounted in a porcelain 7 P 1
insulator to form an interrupter assembly (P-1, Fig. 7). 3
Three such assemblies are mounted on a base frame (P- 7 P 2
2, Fig. 7) which has a common operating shaft. This
7
assembly is mounted on a steel structure (P-3, Fig. 7)
P 3
intended to located the line terminals at a safe distance
above the ground. The structure also enclosed the 7 P 24
operating mechanism (P24, Fig. 7). The energy storing
mechanism and all the control and actuating devices
are install here. The breaker can be electrical operated
from control room or by hand locally.
The locations of mechanical ON-OFF indicator (P-9, 11 P 9
Fig. 11), the spring changed indicator (P-8, Fig.11) and 11 P 8
operation counter are shown. Also shown are the 11 P 3 11 P 6
ON push button (P-3, Fig. 11) and OFF push
button (P-6, Fig. 11). This figure also shows the
operating to insert the crank handle (P-5, Fig. 11) 11 P 4
which can be used to charge the spring during
maintenance or in case of control supply failure.
On the control panel (P-1, Fig. 10) to the right of the

mechanism is mounted when necessary, the 10 P 1
Local/Remote switch (P-2, Fig. 10) and the breaker / 10 P 2
ON/OFF switch (P-3, Fig. 10). Control and signaling
/ 10 P 3
cable are connected to the terminal blocks (P-4, Fig.
10 P 4
10) on the panel. As per wiring diagram, external
connections shall be made on the terminal blocks.
3.2 Vacuum Interrupter (Fig. 9)
The basic construction of the interrupter can be seen in

Fig. 9. The moving contact (P-1) moves in guide (P-2). 3.2
The bellows (P-3) follows the travel contact (P-1) and
seals the interrupter against the surrounding 9 P 1
atmosphere. P 2 P 3
3.3 The Arc quenching principle
When the contacts separate, the current to be

interrupter initiates a metal vapor arc discharge and 3.3
flows through this plasma until the next current zero.
The arc is then extinguished and the conductive metal
vapor condenses on the metal surface within a matter
of microseconds. As a result, the dielectric strength in
the break builds up very rapidly.
The contacts are designed so that the self generated

field causes the arc to travel. This prevents their local
overheating when interrupting large current.
The metal vapor arc discharge can only be maintained

if a certain minimum current flows. A current that does
not attain this level is chopper prior to current zero.
The chopping current must be kept to a minimum in
order to prevent unduly high over voltages building up
when inductive circuits are switched. The use of a
special contact material ensures that current chopping
is limited to 4-5A.
4 5A
The rapid build-up of the dielectric strength in the
breaker enables the arc to be safely extinguished even
if contact separation occurs immediately prior to
current zero.
The arc drawn in the vacuum interrupter is not cooled.

The metal vapor plasma is highly conductive and the
resulting arc voltage only attains value between 20 and
200V. For this reason and because of the short arcing 20 200V
time, the arc energy developed in the break is very
small. This also accounts for the long electrical life
expectancy the vacuum interrupter
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3.4 Switching Operation

3.4
When a closing command is initiated, the closing
spring (P-12, Fig. 11) which was previously charged
(by hand or by the motor), actuates the moving contact 11 P12 7
through the drive shaft (P-20, Fig. 7), pull rod (P-4, P20 7 P4 7 P5
Fig. 7), switching shaft (P-5, Fig. 7) and switching rod 7 P6
(P-6, Fig. 7).
During closing the tripping spring (P-13, Fig. 11) and

the contact pressure springs (P-19, Fig.7) are charged. 11 P13
The closing spring of the motor operated breaker is 7 P19
recharged (within 15 seconds) after CB is closed. 15
In the closed state, the necessary contact pressure is
maintained by the contact pressure springs and the
atmospheric pressure. The contact pressure spring
automatically compensates for contact erosion, which
is very small.
When a tripping command is given, the energy stored

in the tripping and contact pressure spring is released. 9
If the breaker is to be tripped locally, the tripping
spring is released by pressing the OFF button ((P-6,
Fig. 11). In the case of an electrical command being OFF 11 P6
given, the tripping solenoid Y1 (P-5, Fig. 11) unlatches 11 P5
the tripping spring. The opening sequence is similar to
the closing sequence. The residual force of the tripping
spring arrests the moving contact in the open position.
In the event of the control supply failing, the breaker

can be operated by hand.
The anti-pumping device in the form of an auxiliary

contactor in the operating mechanism for the breaker
ensures that it is not repeatedly opened and closed in
the event of simultaneous ON and OFF commands.
3.5 Anti-condensation units 3.5
To protect sensitive components from condensed water

during rapid temperature changes, the breaker is fitted
with heating elements. Because the condensation can
take place at any ambient temperature, these space
heaters must always be in continuous operation.
4. Complement 4.
The basic version of the 3AF 01 vacuum circuit 3AF01
breaker comprises:
Manually operated stored-energy mechanism for
closing
Electrical operating mechanism (M1)
with anti-pumping feature
(M1)
Shunt closing release (Y9)
1st shunt release (Y1) (Y9)
Auxiliary switch 5 NO/5 NC (S1) 1 (Y1)
Operating cycle counter 5 /5 (S1)
ON-OFF indicator & spring charge indicators
Each 3AF 01 vacuum circuit breaker can be equipped -
with the following supplement devices: 3AF01
Position switch for signaling (S4)
Closing spring charged (S4)
2 shunt release 3AX1101 (Y2)*
Current transformer-operated (Y4)* 2 3AX1101 (Y2)*
release 3AX1102 3AX1102
Undervoltage release 3AX1103 ` (Y7)* (Y4)*
The permissible combinations of supplementary
equipment and special versions are stated in the 3AX1103 (Y7)*
relevant catalogue.
4.1 Operating Mechanism (Fig. 11)
The operating mechanism is of the stored energy type,

i.e. the charging of the closing spring is not 4.1 ( 11)
automatically followed by the contacts changing
position.
When the stored-energy mechanism has been charged,

the instant of operation can be chosen as desired.
A distinction is made between hand operating and

motor operating mechanisms, the actual stored-energy
mechanism being the same in both cases.
The mechanical energy for carrying out an OFF-ON-

OFF sequence is stored in the closing and tripping
springs.
4.2 Closing
Motor-operated mechanism (M1) with stored-energy 4.2

mechanism (P-2, Fig. 11).
M1 (P-2, 11).
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The stored-energy mechanism of the circuit breaker is
available with a motor-operated mechanism, including
shunt closing release. The motor-operated mechanism
starts operating immediately once the power supply has
been connected with the closing spring initially in
discharged state. The motor is automatically de-
energized internally after charging the closing spring.
Manual operation can also be performed at any time.

The closing spring is charged by inserting the hand
( 11 P15)
crank in the opening (P-15, Fig. 11)until the spring
charged indication appears and an audible clicking
noise indicates that the closing pawl has latched. It is
then possible to close the breaker either manually or
electrically. After closing, The spring can be recharged
manually.
The maximum DC power input is 770W (approx.).

The maximum AC power input is 900 VA (approx.). 770W( )
During part of the short spring charging time, the 900VA( )
motors operate in the overload range.
The supply voltage of the motor-operated mechanism

may deviate from the rated value by –15% to +10%. -
15%---+10%
4.3 shunt releases
4.3
4.3.1 shunt closing release (Y9) 3AY1510
(P-4, Fig. 11) 4.3.1 Y9 3AY1510 11 P4
The closing solenoid unlatches the charged closing
spring and thus closes the circuit breaker electrically. It
is available for both AC and DC operations. The
closing solenoid is not designed for continuous
operation and it is de-energized internally. The supply
-15%---+10%
voltage of the closing solenoid may deviate from the
rated value by -15 to +10%.
Power consumption: approx. 190W/VA
4.3.2 1st shunt release (Y1) 3AY1510(P-5, Fig. 190W/VA

11)
The 3AY1510 shunt release is used as standard in the 4.3.2 (Y1)3AY1510( 11 P5)
basic circuit breaker version. With the Y1 release, the
electrically supplied tripping pulse is passed to the 3AY1510
Open latching mechanism by means of a Y1
directaction solenoid armature and the circuit breaker
is thus opened. This opening solenoid is not designed
for continuous operation and it is de-energized -30%---+10% -
internally. The supply voltage of the shunt release may 15%---+10%
deviate from the rate value by –30% to +10% with DC
voltage; by –15% to +10% with AC voltage. 190W/VA
Power consumption: approx. 190W/VA
4.3.3 (Y2)3AY1101( 11 P5)(
4.3.3 2nd shunt release (Y2) 3AX1101
(optional feature) 3AX1101
The 3AX1101 shunt release is fitted if more than one
shunt release is required. With this design, the
electrical opening command is transferred in boosted
form to the Open latching mechanism via a
solenoid armature through unlatching of an energy
store and the circuit breaker is thus opened. This
opening solenoid is not designed for continuous
operation and it is de-energized internally.
Power consumption: approx. 60W/100VA
4.3.4 Current transformer operated release (Y4) 60W/100VA

3AX1102 (optional feature)
Current transformer-operated (CT-operated) releases 4.3.4 (Y4)3AX1102(
consist of a stored-energy mechanism, an unlatching (CT )
mechanism and an electromagnet system. When the (90
tripping current is exceeded (90% of the CT operated % CT )
release rated current) the unlatching device of the
stored-energy mechanism is released and opening of
CT
the circuit breaker is thus initiate. In addition to the
primary current transformers, matching transformers
are also required enable use of the CT-operated
releases.
Power consumption for releases with 0.5A rated

tripping current 6VA at 90% of the release rated
current and with open armature. 0.5A 6VA
90%
4.4 Auxiliary switch (S1) 3SV92 (P-14, Fig. 11)
The breaker is fitted with 5 NO and 5 NC contacts. It is 4.4 (S1) 3SV92 (P-14, Fig. 11)
actuated by the breaker shaft, and switches the
auxiliary circuits. Optionally, aux. switch with 11 NO 5 5
and 11 NC contacts is also available. 11 1
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Rated insulation voltage: AC/DC 250 V
Insulation class: C to DIN VDE 0110
Current: 10 A AC/DC 250 V
Making capacity: 50 A DIN VDE 0110
Breaking capacity: in accordance with table 3 10 A
Voltage(V) Breaking Capacity(A)
Resistive load Inductive load 3
Up to 230 AC 10 10 (V) (A)
24 DC 10 10
48 DC 10 9
Up to 230 AC 10 10
60 DC 9 7
24 DC 10 10
110 DC 5 4
220 DC 2.5 2 48 DC 10 9
Table 3: Breaking capacity of the 3SV92 auxiliary switch 60 DC 9 7
110 DC 5 4
4.5 Mechanical interlocking (optional feature) 220 DC 2.5 2
3 3SV92
The stored-energy mechanisms of the 3AF01 circuit
breakers can be equipped with a mechanical (Castell) 4.5
interlocking facility to interlock with an isolator.
3AF01
(Castell)
5. Installation 5
5.1 Unpacking 5.1
! CAUTION !
The vacuum circuit breaker may be lifted only by
means of suitable gear attached to the correct
points.
Non-compliance can lead to damage.
The 3AF 01 outdoor vacuum circuit breaker is

3AF01
dismantled after assembly and testing, and despatched
in two crates. The equipment is protected by
.
polyethylene sheet while packing. Each packing case is
marked with the breaker serial number. A list of items !
kept in each case is enclosed with it. The Sr. No. of
base frame and support structure should be
matched during erection.
One case contains the base frame (P-2, Fig. 7) with

three interrupter assemblies (P-1, Fig. 7) which are 3 7 P1
housed in porcelain insulators. The other case contains 7 P2
the breaker mechanism housing (P-G, Fig. 1) mounted
on support structure. This case also contains the
foundation bolts (P-4, Fig. 5) nuts (P-1, Fig. 5), plain
washers (P-3, Fig. 5) and spring washers (P-2, Fig. 5)
and any other loose items ordered separately. The CB
is packed and transported with vacuum interrupters in 10 12
the open condition with separate transport fixture fixed
on the shaft lever in base frame and pull rod in
operating mechanism housing as shown in Fig. 12 and
Fig. 10 resp. Lifting instructions and consignee address
are marked on the cases.
5.2 Receiving the Equipment

5.2
The case nos. should be checked with the despatch
challans before acceptance. The packing cases should
be carefully inspected for damage. This should be
immediately brought to the notice of the forwarding
agent and an inventory of damages should also be
made in his presence.
5.3 Storage and Handling 5.3
It is recommended that the equipment, after removal

from the packing cases, be stored in a clean, sheltered
area. Care should be taken against the ingress of water
in the packages. For long time storage, ensure that the
space heaters are switched ON.
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Refer Fig. 8 for the handling and shifting in a safe
manner.
5.4
5.4 Erection
The following care will be taken for proper & safe
operation of the breaker.
(i) Use only the bolts supplied. (i)
(ii) Use torque wrench for assembly since (ii)
unchecked tightning can result in damage to or
loosening of joints.
The necessary torque for screwed joints are as
follows:
M6 : 8 Nm M8 : 20 Nm M6 : 8 Nm
M10 : 40 Nm M8 : 20 Nm
M12 : 70 Nm
M10 : 40 Nm
M16 : 100 Nm
M12 : 70 Nm
(iii) Any locking washer or gasket loosened or
exposed during assembly must be replaced. M16 : 100 Nm
The following sequence should be followed: (iii)
(i) In line with the foundation plan shown in the
G.A. drg., the foundation pockets are made.
Grout the foundation bolts and cure. Ensure the
foundation area is leveled for proper seating of (i)
the circuit breaker.
(ii) Lower the support structure (with the
mechanism housing mounted on it) on to the
grouted bolts, fully tighten the foundation bolt
hardware. (ii)
(iii) During transport the upper end of the pull rod
(P-7, Fig. 10) is protected with a transport
cover (P-8, Fig. 10) is shown in Fig. 10. This
cover should be removed by taking out the (iii) 10P 7
bolts (P-8, Fig. 10). 10P 8
Note : The pull rod length is factory preset. 10
Do not change it. 10P 8
(iv) The contacts of the vacuum interrupter are kept
in the open position during transport with the
help of transport fixture (P-1, Fig.12) The
transport fixture should be removed from the
base frame for further assembly of the breaker.
To do this, raise the base frame as per the
lifting instructions given in Fig. 8. Remove (iv)
cover (P-2, Fig. 12) by unscrewing bolts (M8). 12P 1
Remove the pin (P-3, Fig. 12) from the lever.
To do this, apply slight downward pressure on 8 M8
the shaft (P-4, Fig. 12). When the pin is 12P 2 12P 4
removed, the lever will move in upward 12P 3
direction due to the atmospheric air pressure
on the bellows of the vacuum interrupter.
(v) Place the base frame assembly (P-2, Fig. 7)
over the support structure and fix the assembly
with the hardware supplied (M16 x 50 Bolt).
Take care to strictly follow the lifting (v) 7P 2
instructions, with special care of porcelain M16 ×50
insulators.
(vi) To connect the pull rod to the switching shaft
lever, latch the mechanism slowly by inserting
the handle (P-7, Fig. 7) between the drive shaft
and the pin (P-12, Fig.7) and moving down as (vi) 7
shown in Fig. 7. In this manner the pull rod eye P 7 7 P-12
bolt will be lifted upwards and will align with 7
the switching shaft lever. The pin (P-13, Fig.
7) can now be easily inserted and locked by 7P 13
using lock washer (P-14, Fig. 7). 7P 14
! CAUTION
!
The heater wires are placed inside the base frame
(P-2, Fig. 7) during transport. These wires should 7
be passed through the protection tube (P-22, Fig. 7) P 2 7
and connected to the terminals provided on the P 22 10P 1
control panel (P-1, Fig. 10) inside the mechanism
housing.
No-observance will result in damage to the breaker.
5.5 Electrical connection
(i) Earthing 5.5

Connect the vacuum circuit breaker to the
appropriate high-voltage protective earth by (i)
means of the suitably marked earth terminal on
the base frame & mechanism housing using
flat copper, copper cable or hot galvanized
steel strip.
(ii) Run the control cables into the mechanism

housing through the cable glands which will be
mounted on the gland plate (K; Fig. 1). (ii) 7
Connect the protective conductors to the
K
earthing terminal provided. Connect the
auxiliary supply as per the approved
schematic/wiring diagram.
! CAUTION
When the supply voltage is applied, the motor
immediately charges the closing spring. !
(iii) Cleaning
! CAUTION (iii)
For safety reasons, cleaning may be taken up only when
the vacuum circuit breaker is in the open state, closing !
spring discharged.
Non-observance can result in personal injury.
Use only warm water with a mild liquid household

detergent added as cleaning agent.
(iv) Using 5kV kit, megger the system to confirm

insulation resistance of min. 10,000 M ohms. (iv) 5kV
(iv) Terminal connectors and/or Flat bar 10000
connections: (v)
Prior to fitting the conductors, position them to ensure
that they have smooth contact with their connecting
parts and are fully aligned with the holes of terminal
pads.
Rub the contact faces to be bolted together with 150

crisscrossing strokes using a wire brush or emery cloth
(for metal grain size 150) until bright metal shows, and
then wipe with a clean rag. Thinly grease the bright
contact faces with acid-free Vaseline (e.g. Shell
Vaseline 8420) or equivalent anti-corrosion agent and
bolt them together immediately.
Differing contact materials (AI/Cu) must not be

worked with the same cleaning tool.
Use the M12 nuts and bolts of strength class 8 and

M12 8
corresponding spring elements and plain washers.
Use cupal sheets while mounting copper terminal

connectors.
6. Commissioning
6.
! Danger !
High voltage!
Touching live parts will result in death or severe

personal injury.
This equipment may be operated only by qualified

personnel who have become thoroughly familiar with
the operating instruction manual and in particular all
safety instructions.
! CAUTION
This equipment contains hazardous voltages and
!
mechanical parts which move at high speed and may be
controlled remotely.
Non-observance of the safety instructions can result in

severe personal injury or damage to the property.
In particular:
Do not open the door of the mechanism housing. Do not
reach inside the operating mechanism. Do not touch
pole assemblies and operating rods mounted in the base
frame.
Prior to commissioning, check the vacuum circuit

breaker in accordance with the following points.
1. Clean the circuit breaker as applicable (for
1.
details refer to Cleaning ).
2 Check that all fixing and terminal screws are 2.
tightened securely.
3. Examine the circuit breaker for any external 3.

damage, especially to the terminal pads,
porcelain insulators and vent tube.
4. Check functioning of space heaters. 4.

6.1 Slow Closing Operation
6.1
When CB is in open position, with the closing and
tripping springs discharged and auxiliary supply switch
in OFF position, start the following sequence.
(a) Insert the handle (P-7, Fig. 7) between the (a) 7 P-20) ( 7
drive mechanism shaft (P-20, Fig. 7) and pin P-21) ( 7 P-7)
(P-12, Fig. 7).
(b) Slowly move the handle down till the trip pawl
latches with the trip lever roller. The CB (b)
contacts have closed. This will be shown by / I
the movement of ON/OFF indicator to
I symbol.
6.2 Slow Opening Operation

6.2
Starting with the condition at the end of the slow
closing operation.
(a) Insert the handle in the same position.

(a)
(b) Move the handle down still further.
(c) Keeping the handle pressed down, press the (b)

OFF P.B. and gradually release the pressure on
the handle, allowing the shaft to rotate. The (c) OFF
movement ends with the indicator showing
O symbol for CB Off. O .
Safety Precaution : Always keep downward

pressure on the handle. Release pressure gradually.
Withdraw the handle for further steps.
6.3 Charging the Closing Spring by Hand

(Fig. 11) 6.3
! CAUTION !
The vacuum circuit breaker may be operated manually
with the hand crank in order to avoid injuries that may
occur if the motor starts up suddenly.
Insert the hand-crank in hole (P-15) and turn it

clockwise until the indicator (P-8) shows closing
spring charged .
The hand-crank is coupled with the charging
mechanism via a decoupling facility. The operator is
thus not exposed to any risk should the control supply
recover during charging.
6.4 Closing (Fig. 11)

6.4
Press the ON buttom (P-3) or initiate a switching
command from the control room until the vacuum
breaker has closed. The ON-OFF indicator (P-9) will
/ (P 9) I
then display the symbol I and the closing spring
indicator will display spring discharged symbol.
The closing spring is automatically recharged by the

motor mechanism immediately after the breaker has
closed. In hand operated breakers, the closing spring
can be recharged by hand.
6.5 Opening (Fig. 11)

6.5
The tripping spring is charged during closing. To open
the breaker, press the OFF button (P-6) or initiate
a tripping command from the control room unit. The (P 6)
vacuum breaker will open and the O symbol is (P 9)
displayed by indicator (P-9). O
Note: Closing and opening operations of CB can be

checked locally also by CB ON/OFF switch (P-3 Fig.
10) mounted on the control panel inside the mechanism
housing.
6.6 Space Heaters
6.6
! CAUTION
Note: The heaters must be always ON whether the
breaker is in service or not, to prevent condensation of !
moisture particularly on the insulating components.
:
1
2
3
4
3 1 2
12
One set of three heaters is provided in the base frame
and one heater is provided in the mechanism housing.
Keep the heater switch in the ON position, so that
when the control supply is applied all the heaters are
ON.
Note: Keep all covers closed firmly to prevent entry of
dust, moisture, insects etc.
7. Maintenance
7
7.1 Safety Measures
7.1
! Danger
Maintenance, repair and subsequent conversion work
!
may be carried out only by specially trained
personnel in accordance with the operating
instructions and/or special conversion instructions.
Training and information sessions for personnel can
be provided by the competent Siemens department.
Before starting any work on vacuum circuit breakers,

reference must be made to the local safety regulations
for high-voltage switchgear. Switch off the power
supply and then close and open the vacuum circuit
breaker manually (breaker in open state, closing
spring discharged indication is visible) to ensure
that the closing spring is discharged.
Control terminals must not be touched if the power

supply is not disconnected.
Non-observance can result in death, severe personal

injury or substantial damage to property.
The 3AF 01 Vacuum Circuit Breakers in general

require little maintenance. The interval at which the
maintenance is to be carried out depends on the 3AF01
application by the client. The parameters to be
considered are:
The number of short circuit operations the CB
is subjected to,
the switching frequency,
the service duty, and
the pollution level at the site.
7.2 Maintenance schedule

7.2
The maintenance schedule is given as a guideline.
However depending upon particular operating & site
conditions, the schedule should be fixed up.
As per the site conditions once a year
(a) Visual inspection
(a)
(b) Cleaning of insulators and operating
mechanism parts (plungers, moving joints, (b)
etc...)
(c) Check functioning of space heaters.
(d) Check vacuum as per clause 7.6. (c)
(e) Dielectric tests as per clause 7.7. (d) 7.6
Every 10 years or after 10,000 operations (e) 7.7
check for contact erosion as per clause 7.5.
10 10000 7.5
7.3 Typical Maintenances Sequences
1. Put the circuit breaker off.

2. Isolate the circuit breaker. 7.3
3. Earth the circuit breaker.
4. Disconnect the auxiliary supply.
1.
5. Discharge the springs manually.
2.
6 Visually inspect the circuit breaker and carry
3.
out further maintenance.
4.
5.
7.4 Lubrication of the parts 6.
To achieve higher level of reliability, we recommend

lubrication after 5,000 operations. However lubrication
will be required more frequently depending upon dusty 7.4
atmospheric conditions at site.
5000
The points to be lubricated are marked in Figs. 7 and
13. These figures also show the type of lubrication of
various points. In short the same are as follows:
Bearings, sliding surfaces: 7 13

Isoflex Topas L 32
Bearings inaccessible to grease and bearings ,

of the auxiliary switch S1: S1
Ritzol Rostschutz 7-2
To lubricate the mechanism remove the cover.
Lubricate the appropriate points beginning at the top
left and working downwards. Parts that are not rigidly
fixed (e.g. joints) should be moved slightly to and fro
to let the lubricant penetrate. Following this, operate
the breaker a few times to test it.
Joints and bearings that cannot be dismantled should be

cleaned with a cleaning agent prior to begin oiled.
7.5 Checking of Contact Erosion

7.5
The contact erosion is to be checked with the circuit
breaker in the ON condition. Carry out steps 1 to 5 as 7.
in clause 7.3 and close the breaker slowly as per clause 3 1 5 6.1
6.1.
Remove the bottom covers and view the circuit breaker

from the rear. As shown in the figure 7, the white dot 7
mark indicates the wear of the contacts. The white dot
mark moves inside the washer, and completely
disappears when the vacuum interrupter needs to be
replaced.
7.6 Checking the Vacuum

7.6
Before putting the breaker in service, or if an
interrupter is suspected of leakage as a result of
mechanical damage check the vacuum as follows:
Steps 1 to 6 as in clause 7.3 7.3 1 6

Remove the bottom covers of the base frame.
Remove the circlip (P-15, Fig. 7) from the pin (P-16,

Fig. 7) use the handle in the closing direction to 7P 16 7P 15
facilitate removal of the pin.
When the pin is removed, the switching rod (P-6, Fig.

7) will be suddenly pulled up due to the vacuum in the
healthy interrupter. 7P 6
In the case of a loss of vacuum in the interrupter, if the
switching rod is pulled down it will not move back on
its own. This indicates that the vacuum interrupter has
to be replaced.
7.7 Dielectric Test 7.7
Prior to commissioning the breaker or putting it back 5k

into service after a maintenance outage, the circuit V
breaker should be checked for insulation resistance
using a 5 kV meggar kit.
1. CB open between phase terminals
1.
(3 readings)
3
2 CB open between top terminals and earth
(3 readings) and 2.
3 CB closed between terminals and earth 3
(3 readings) 3.
In each case the reading should be greater than 10,000 3
MOhm. 10000
7.8 Accessories and spare parts 7.8
Owing to the fact that all parts of this breaker type

have been optimized to last the normal service life,
there is no need to recommend any particular spare
parts for keeping in stock.
Nevertheless, if you require spare parts, state the

following data when ordering them:
Standard Spares for 36kV VCB (3AF01) 36kV (3AF01)

From SW MLFB No. Item No.
1.(Y1/Y9):Closing or Tripping release
(consumption 190W/225VA)
a) 24V DC 3AY15 10 – 0BY 4109764007
b) 30V DC 3AY15 10 – 0MY 4109764013
c) 110V DC 3AY15 10 – 0EY 4109764010
d) 220V DC 3AY15 10 – 0FY 4109764012
2. (V1/V2) Rectifier for Closing and Tripping release # 3AX15 25 – 1F 4109464015
3. (S1) Auxiliary Switch

a) 5NO+5NC # 3SV92 21 4109764021
b) 11NO+11NC # 3SV92 22 4109764022
4. MCB 6A, 2pole, 240V AC 4115403007
MCB 4A, 2pole, 240V AC 4115403006
MCB 2A, 2pole, 240V AC 4115403004
5.(E11-E14) Heater, 240V AC, 100W 4394574001
6. (M1) Motor (770W)
a) 110V DC # 3AY15 11 – 1EY 4109764016
b) 220V DC # 3AY15 11 – 1FY 4109764017
7. (V3) Rectifier for Motor # 3AX15 25 – 1F 4109764015
8. (K1) Contactor 2NO+2NC
(voltage same as closing release)
24V DC 4130028001
30V DC 4109753935
110V DC 4130024001
220V DC 4130025001
9. (S21, S22, S3, S4) Position switch # 3SE 4206 4109764020
10. Vacuum Interrupter (D21) Type VC30029 # 3AY15 12 – 2X 4394526001
Vacuum Interrupter (D21H) Type VC30029H # 3AY15 12 – 2XH 4394526002
11. (Y2) 2nd Shunt Release
a) 24V DC # 3AX11 01 0B 4110660002
b) 48V DC # 3AX11 01 0C 4110660013
c) 60V DC # 3AX11 01 0D 4110660014
d) 110V DC # 3AX11 01 0E 4110660004
e) 220V DC # 3AX11 01 0F 4110660005
12. (Y4) CT Operated Release0-0.5A CT # 3AX11 02 0A 4110660012
13. (S13) Local/Remote Selector Switch 4113488907
(Salzer Make)
14. – CT mounting brackets CT 4113562003
– CT & PT mounting brackets CT PT 4113562006
15. Lubricants & Grease # 3AX11 33 3A 4110522005
16. Hand Lever for spring charging 4107879002
17. Kit of lock washers # 3AY15 50 0A 4109764024
18. (S14) Circuit Breaker Control Switch 4394500001
(Salzer make)
(#): These spares are also available from SW Berlin as per the MLFB nos. given
MILF
Summary of Important Instructions-
DOs
During Installation & Commissioning Stages:
(1) Brush the contact surfaces properly before (1).

bolting overhead terminals on flanges of
breaker. Also grease the joints & apply proper
torque on the bolts.
(2) Check rated voltages of equipment such as
motor, closing & tripping releases mounted in (2).
the operating mechanism with the available
auxiliary supply to be connected to these
equipment in the substation.
During service life of the breaker-

(3)
(3) Keep door & covers firmly closed to prevent
entry of dust, moisture, insects etc. (4)
(4) Ensure spring charging handle & manual
handle are kept in the mechanism housing. (5)
(5) Decide maintenance schedule based upon (a).
(a) no. of short circuit operations, (b).
(b) frequency of breaker ON/OFF operations, (c).
(c) pollution level etc. (6).
(6) Isolate & earth the breaker before carrying out
maintenance & ensure it is in OFF position &
springs are discharged completely before
cleaning.
(7).
(7) Depending on site conditions, inspect
– the interior of the mechanism housing for
dust, cobwebs etc. & clean them.
– porcelain insulators & clean them,
– operating mechanism parts such as
plungers of releases, moving joints etc. &
clean them, and
– functioning of space heaters.
(8) Lubricate moving parts with lubricants (8).
provided for the breaker.
(9) Check insulation resistance with a megger (9).
before putting the breaker back into service
(10) Keep a log-book for each breaker. (10).
(11) Follow instructions given in the operating (11).
manual.
(12) Ensure breaker operations, maintenance etc. is (12).
done by trained persons.
DON Ts
(1) Do not leave any equipments or tools in the

mechanism housing. (1)
(2) Do not leave incandescent lamp in ON position
when closing the mechanism housing door. (2)
(3) Do not put hands or tools in operating
mechanism when breaker is electrically (3)
operated
(4) Do not operate the breaker during cleaning
process. (4)
Schaltwerk
1/6 2002 V1.0
( )
021-64128008
021-54174283

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Operating Instruction Siemens 3AF01 / 3AF01 0

Operating Instruction Siemens 3AF01 / 3AF01 1

Non-observance of the safety instructions can result in

Only qualified personnel should work on or around this

Successful and safe operation of this equipment is

The vacuum circuit breaker consists of (1)a steel

Operating Instruction Siemens 3AF01 / 3AF01 2

1.2 Field of application

However, certain applications, such as operating

Basic type & Rated voltage

Rated short circuit breaking current

Rated normal current

Electrical auto-reclosing Op. mechanism

Note! In the event of any queries, state the type

Operating Instruction Siemens 3AF01 / 3AF01 3

2.3 Influence of environmental parameters 2

Permissible ambient temperatures: =+40°C

The standards provide no guideline for altitudes of

Operating Instruction Siemens 3AF01 / 3AF01 5

The following expression thus applies for the selection

Rated withstand voltage to be selected

When the permission maximum has been attained, the

When ordering replacement pole assemblies, state the

Operating Instruction Siemens 3AF01 / 3AF01 6

2.5 Fixing/termination dimensions and weight

The dimensions of the vacuum circuit breaker are

The 36kV 3AF01 vacuum circuit breaker are designed 3.

On the control panel (P-1, Fig. 10) to the right of the

3.2 Vacuum Interrupter (Fig. 9)

The basic construction of the interrupter can be seen in

3.3 The Arc quenching principle

When the contacts separate, the current to be

The contacts are designed so that the self generated

The metal vapor arc discharge can only be maintained

The arc drawn in the vacuum interrupter is not cooled.

Operating Instruction Siemens 3AF01 / 3AF01 8

3.4 Switching Operation

During closing the tripping spring (P-13, Fig. 11) and

When a tripping command is given, the energy stored

In the event of the control supply failing, the breaker

The anti-pumping device in the form of an auxiliary

3.5 Anti-condensation units 3.5

To protect sensitive components from condensed water

4.1 Operating Mechanism (Fig. 11)

The operating mechanism is of the stored energy type,

When the stored-energy mechanism has been charged,

A distinction is made between hand operating and

The mechanical energy for carrying out an OFF-ON-

Motor-operated mechanism (M1) with stored-energy 4.2

Manual operation can also be performed at any time.

The maximum DC power input is 770W (approx.).

The supply voltage of the motor-operated mechanism

Power consumption: approx. 190W/VA

4.3.2 1st shunt release (Y1) 3AY1510(P-5, Fig. 190W/VA

Power consumption: approx. 60W/100VA

4.3.4 Current transformer operated release (Y4) 60W/100VA

Power consumption for releases with 0.5A rated

Operating Instruction Siemens 3AF01 / 3AF01 14

5.1 Unpacking 5.1

Non-compliance can lead to damage.