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Technical Documentation

Siemens AG, Chile


Order.-Nr.: 4500354618 dated 03.05.2016 – Pos. 00050+00060 and
4500359579 dated 31.05.2016 – Pos. 00050 and
4500362916 dated 21.06.2016 – Pos. 00010

Three phase-oil-transformer Type: DOHX

5400 / 2 x 2700 kVA

ASA - Comm.-No.: 20168.015

Technical Manual
Operating and Maintenance Manual

Drawings and Signs


Technical Data Sheet
Dimensional Drawings
Rating Plate

Terminal Connection and Circuit Table


Terminal Connection Table of Monitoring Equipment

Test Certificates
Routine Test Report
Test Certificate Pressure Test Transformer
Test Certificate Pressure Test Tank / Coating Tank
Test Certificate Pressure Test Cooling System / Coating Cooling System

Warning and Instruction Signs


Rad.-throttle valve
Lifting scheme

Quality Documents
ISO 9001 - Certificate

Safety Data Sheets


Insulating Liquid

Attachment
Protective and Monitoring Equipment

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Instruction manual
for one- or three-phase oil transformers
with mineral oil filling

1. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION 2

1.2 DESCRIPTION OF THE STANDARD EQUIPMENT 3

1.2.1 BUCHHOLZ RELAY 3

1.2.2 AIR DEHUMIDIFIER 5

1.2.3 DIAL TYPE THERMOMETER 5

1.2.4 PRESSURE SAFETY VALVE 5

1.2.5 THERMAL IMAGE 6

1.2.6 BUSHINGS ACC. TO DIN 42531-42533 6

1.2.7 BUSHINGS ACC. TO DIN 42530 / DIN 42539 6

1.2.8 PRIMARY NO-LOAD CHANGER 7

1.2.9 TEMPERATURE MONITOR 7

1.2.10 RESISTANCE THERMOMETER 7

2. TRANSPORT, ASSEMBLY AND STORAGE 8

2.1 TRANSPORT 8

2.2 ASSEMBLY AND COMMISSIONING 9

2.3 DISPOSAL 12

2.4 STORAGE 13

2.5 MAINTENANCE 14
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1. Technical description

1.1 Description of the transformer

The three-phase oil transformer is a transformer whose active component (winding systems and
core) is located under oil in a corrugated, radiator or welded tank.

With the help of a primary tap changer it is possible to change the turns ratio in a voltage-free
state to enable ideal adaptation on-site to the grid.

The transformer is equipped with an undercarriage, whose wheels can be adjusted to


longitudinal and lateral traverse. The undercarriage has corresponding drawbar eyes for
insertion. The carriage also has two earthing facilities, each arranged diagonally.

An oil expansion tank is mounted on the cover of the transformer. There is an oil-level pointer
on the front (if applicable with contact, see technical specification sheet).

The oil expansion tank also has an air dehumidifier which ensures that no humidity enters the
transformer when the volume of the insulating oil changes (when the transformer heats up or
cools down).

Between the expansion tank and the tank is the Buchholz relay which connects the tank and the
expansion tank with the help of a pipeline.

The function of the Buchholz relay is to indicate faults that can be detected by unusually high
flow, loss of coolant or gas formation.

For monitoring the temperature there is a dial thermometer attached to the transformer with one
alarm contact and one contact for triggering . The thermometer reads the upper oil temperature.
The alarm and shutdown temperatures are 95 / 105°C respectively.

If more than two monitoring facilities are installed, or if requested by the customer, the indicator
and control lines are wired in a separate auxiliary terminal box.

On the cover of the transformer are the primary and secondary bushings, the manual drive of
the tap changer (if requested), as well as any desired special equipment such as PT 100
sensor, heat monitor, pressure safety valve, instrumentation feedthrough, current transformers,
cable cover etc.

At the lower front of the tank is an arrangement for extracting an oil sample, as well as an
arrangement for connecting an oil regeneration facility.

The individual equipment of the transformer is listed in the technical specification sheet.

The transformer’s corrosion protection consists of a priming coat and a finishing coat (indoor
installation) or a priming coat, an intermediate coat and a finishing coat for outdoor assembly.
Any further requirements for corrosion protection are taken into account in the individual orders.

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1.2 Description of the standard equipment

1.2.1 Buchholz relay

The double-float Buchholz relay is the most important protection device for monitoring oil-filled
transformers with oil expansion tanks.

The flow direction from the transformer tank to the expansion tank is indicated by an arrow on the
respective device.

The Buchholz relay is attached in the connection pipe between the transformer tank and the oil
expansion tank. Properly operated the Buchholz relay is completely filled with oil. The two floats are at
the highest point as a result of their buoyancy. If a fault occurs inside the transformer the Buchholz
relay reacts as follows:

Figure 1: Gas accumulation

Fault:
As a result of local overheating, liquid and solid insulation agents gradually decompose producing gas.

Reaction:
In the case of slow gas production gas bubbles float to the surface and accumulate in the upper part of
the Buchholz relay displacing the insulation liquid. This results in the liquid level sinking which causes
the upper float to move down. A permanent magnet connected with this upper float glides past a
magnetic switching tube. When the actuation position is reached, the permanent magnet actuates a
contact and sends an alarm signal to the control station. As the Buchholz relay is designed in such a
way that it can only absorb a certain amount of gas the oil level falls to the level of the upper pipeline
wall if more gas accumulates. The subsequent gases can flow down to the expansion tank without the
lower float changing position. If the warning is actuated the gas must immediately be checked to avoid
any possible escalation of the fault.

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Figure 2: Loss of insulation liquid

Fault:
Loss of insulation liquid as a result of leakage

Reaction:
If the transformer has leakages first of all the top float falls which actuates the contact system as with
the accumulation of gas. If more liquid is lost the oil expansion tank and the connection pipe are
emptied causing the bottom float to sink as well (procedure as described in figure 1). When the bottom
float reaches its actuation position the permanent magnet actuates a contact. Usually a shutdown
signal is issued by the control station.

Figure 3: Flow of insulation liquid

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Fault:
As a result of high-energy discharges the decomposition gases accumulate rapidly to violently, the
created pressure waves cause a strong flow of insulation liquid in the direction of the oil expansion
tank.

Reaction:
The flow runs up against the flap gate arranged in the liquid flow. If the flow rate exceeds the actuation
sensitivity of the flap gate the flap gate abruptly moves in the direction of the flow and presses on the
lower float which actuates a contact when it reaches the actuation position. In this case as well, a
shutdown signal is normally issued by the control station.

1.2.2 Air dehumidifier

The air dehumidifier is attached to the oil expansion tank of the transformer.

The heating of the oil (by changes in the ambient temperature or by strain on the transformer) causes
a change in volume which is absorbed by the oil expansion tank. Depending on the temperature of the
oil the expansion tank is more or less full. The air dehumidifier attached to the expansion tank sucks
air when the level of the oil falls and presses the air out when the level rises. When the oil level falls
the air sucked in passes via the oil reservoir (oil barrier) through the drying agent, the humidity being
absorbed by the drying agent, and into the oil expansion tank of the transformer. The absorption of
humidity prevents water condensation from forming in the transformer.

The absorption of humidity causes the orange drying agent to gradually turn white as a result of
frequent alternation of load. In this case the drying agent (0.5 or 1.0kg) must be exchanged. By
heating the drying agent to about 120 – 160°C (for as long as it takes until the orange colouring is
restored) the drying agent regenerates and can be used again.

1.2.3 Dial type thermometer

The dial type thermometer indicates the oil temperature in transformers. Apart from optically indicating
the temperature with a trailing pointer it can also be designed with two electrical contacts for notifying
the control station.

The dial thermometer is screwed into a thermometer pocket (2/3 full of transformer oil) which is
welded onto the cover of the transformer.

1.2.4 Pressure safety valve

Pressure Safety Valves are used to prevent the rapid build up of pressure within the transformer tank
that might cause an explosion hazard. They are designed to operate and discharge any pressure
greater than their set value to the atmosphere.
If equipped with contact, signal has to be used as trip signal.

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1.2.5 Thermal Image

The temperature of the winding is measured and determined indirectly. The temperature difference
between the winding and the coolant is a function of the actual current in the winding. The transformer
current is proportional to the current in the transformer winding. The current of the transformer feeds a
heating resistor in the thermometer and so produces a display reading of the transformer load,
corresponding to the actual measured oil temperature gradient. This indirect method provides a
display of maximum winding temperature.

1.2.6 Bushings acc. to DIN 42531-42533

The bushings are purposed to connect the transformer to the grid.

Before commissioning, the bushings acc. DIN 42 531 - 42 533 must be ventilated (if bushing is
equipped with ventilation screw).

To carry out the ventilation the vent screw (pos. 1) must be released and tightened again after the oil
has escaped. This procedure must be repeated after the first operation of the transformer to let any
bubbles in the transformer escape (see schematic diagram bushings).

Fastening torques
DIN 42531 DIN 42532 DIN 42533
14 Nm 14 Nm 24 Nm

When the transformer has been in operation for a while and has warmed
up, the fixture bolts must once again carefully be tightened. When
connecting the cables make absolutely sure that no pressure, tensile or
lateral forces act on the bushings.

When the transformer is equipped with bushings, that do not comply with
these norms, please see our technical data sheet and description
(attachment).

1.2.7 Bushings acc. to DIN 42530 / DIN 42539

When connecting the cables or the power bus bars make absolutely
sure that no pressure, tensile or lateral forces act on the bushings.

The fastening bolts (pos. 2) must be checked before commissioning


and if necessary tightened (ask the manufacturer for the required
torque). (See schematic diagram bushings).

Bolts Fastening torques


M12 20 Nm
M20 35 Nm
M30 70 Nm
M42 110 Nm
M48 200 Nm
M55 260 Nm

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1.2.8 Primary no-load changer

Tap changers are facilities that are built into transformers from an output of 50 kVA upwards. These
tap changers enable various effective number of windings to be set when the transformer is voltage-
free and thus to change the turns ratio.

The tap changer is actuated by pulling up and subsequently turning the handwheel or bar. After being
actuated the tap changer must be engaged into the desired position.

1.2.9 Temperature monitor

When the rising temperature in the thermometer-pocket has reached the set value being
indicated on the scale of the Temperature-monitor, the mechanical contact snaps.
This switching operation either causes a warning signal within a monitoring circuit or turns off
the controlled unit.

1.2.10 Resistance thermometer

Resistance thermometer (RTD) allows the measuring of oil temperatures within a transformer. In
standard configuration it provides an analog (PT100) output for remote indication and monitoring.
Resistance thermometer is installed in a pocket that allows exchanging the unit without draining the
transformer tank.

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2. Transport, assembly and storage

2.1 Transport

The transformer is equipped with lifting lugs, lashing lugs and pulling lugs. You can find the actual
location of the lugs on the applicable dimensional drawing.

The transformer may only be lifted by a crane using the black / yellow marked lifting lugs.
The transformer may only be clamped by using the lashing and / or pulling lugs.
The transformer may only be pulled by using the pulling lugs.

When transporting the transformer, make sure that the transformer is not subjected to any non-
permitted strong knocks and shocks. The permitted acceleration values for transportation of an
unpacked transformer are listed in the following table.

Schematic diagram transformer:

The X-axis is the main transport direction

max. acceleration /deceleration

Weight X-axis Y-axis Z-axis


1,5 - 3,5 t 9,4 g 9g 9,8 g
3,5 - 8 t 6,2 g 6g 6,7 g
8 - 25 t 3,3 g 3g 3,6 g
25 - 50 t 1,5 g 1,5 g 1,7 g

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2.2 Assembly and commissioning

All tasks involved in assembling, commissioning, maintaining and repairing the transformer and its
components may only be carried out by trained specialists.

2.2.1 Immediately report any transport damage and missing parts and repair any damage to the
paintwork.

2.2.2 Observe the official regulations for assembling, connecting and operating transformers, for the
design of the room for the transformer, as well as safety and fire protection regulations.
Monitoring equipment must be readable from a safe distance.

2.2.3 Set up the transformer with a slight superelevation towards the expansion tank if applicable.
Mount the air dehumidifier before commissioning, as otherwise the tank can be deformed or
leaks can occur. If transformer is installed on rollers, rollers need to be blocked. In case of
installation on skids no further locking is required.

2.2.4 Air the assembly location well. Per kW of lost heat 4 cubic metres of fresh air per minute must
pass the transformer from bottom to top. Minimum distance to walls 300 mm, between
transformers 500 mm. Depending on the voltage greater distances may be required.

2.2.5 Earth the transformer with the help of the earthing facility on the tank and the cover. Regularly
check the earthing resistances according to the respective electricity utility or VDE. Regularly
check earth connections.

2.2.6 Connections must be non-insulated, bars and cables must be able to expand, screws must be
tightened with torque wrenches (see DIN 46200) and secured with conical spring washers.
Check setting of any sparking distances. Tighten connection screws at regular intervals.

2.2.7 Connect the monitoring equipment. Check the function of the Buchholz relay and if necessary
de-aerate it. Observe the operating instructions of the monitoring equipment. Check the
function of the monitoring equipment at regular intervals.
De-aerate bushings if applicable. Please notice the instruction in chapter
1.2.6 Bushings acc. to DIN 42531-42533

2.2.8 Check the leak resistance of electrically separated windings and windings to earth with a
leakage tester (minimum 1000 ohm per volt operating voltage). Check the continuity of
windings in all tap changer positions, including star point connection. Check the turns ratio.

2.2.9 Check that the electrical data of the transformer according to the output plate and circuit
diagram coincide with the electrical data of the high voltage and low-voltage network. With
reversible transformers, set necessary switchgear; observe parallel operating conditions.

2.2.10 Only actuate the tap changer when the high voltage and low-voltage side are voltage-free.
Release the tap changer by pulling up the tap changer button, turn to the desired position,
block it again by locking the tap changer button. Once a year operate all tap changer settings
several times.

2.2.11 Make sure that there is no voltage difference between the transformer terminals and the
power grid to which the transformer is to be connected (same height and phase relationship
of the voltage). Transformers with a low voltage of up to 695 volts must not be connected to
voltage unless the low-voltage star point is connected to the neutral conductor of the low-
voltage network.
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2.2.12 Check the level in the oil expansion tank. The display must be equivalent to the temperature of
the liquid, if necessary top up with dried up insulation liquid (minimum dielectric strength when
new 50 kV with an electrode distance of 2.5 mm).

With mineral oil filling:

Only top up with mineral oil that corresponds to DIN 57370 or IEC 296. Only use PCB and
PCT-free refined oil.

The thermometer pockets must be filled with oil. Check the transformer visually for leaks.

ATTENTION

Insulation liquid can contaminate the soil, ground and surface water. Under no circumstances
may it enter the sewage system. Where necessary, observe official regulations.

At regular intervals take samples of the liquid and check these while observing DIN 57370 or
IEC 296 (minimum dielectric strength of the operating liquid 30 kV with an electrode distance
of 2.5 mm), also repeat checks for liquid distance and leakage. Have the oil checked by a
specialist laboratory or the manufacturer.

2.2.13 Keep the whole transformer clean, especially the insulators. Remove corrosion and re-paint.

2.2.14 If more than 2/3 of the air dehumidifier pearls have changed colour, dry or exchange them.

2.2.15 Check that the transformer does not overheat as a result of overload or a lack of cooling air.

2.2.16 We recommend one year as the maintenance interval, however depending on the operating
conditions 2 - 5 years for checking the state of the insulation liquid. Silicone oil is more
sensitive to humidity. Therefore the maintenance intervals for silicone oil should be shorter
than for mineral oil.

2.2.17 Before beginning any maintenance work, observe VDE regulations 0105 (safety regulations).

2.2.18 Transformers may only be operated if any irregularities, errors, leakages etc. have been
removed.

2.2.19 If transformer is equipped with a tertiary winding and only two ends are brought out on
bushings, both bushings have to be bonded by a suitable sized copper bar and earthed.

Remark for switch-on of the transformer

Basically the transformer is designed to operate with ambient temperatures as indicated in the data
sheet.

If the transformer is switched on with an oil temperature less than -10°C, it is necessary to heat-up the
oil by activating the transformer with nominal voltage under no-load condition for a short time. After
that it is advisable to operate with 50% of the nominal rating until the oil circulates properly (approx.
0°C). Then the transformer can be operated with full load.

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Remark for PEN-connection

Prior to commissioning the PEN-connection needs to be checked, as well as in appointed intervals


for proper operation by the operator afterwards.

Remark for transformers with Rubber-bag

The insulating fluid is sealed hermetically from the ambient air by the use of a Rubber-bag.

The transformer is completely filled with oil without a gas cushion. The transformer was deaerated at
all necessary points by the manufacturer.

Deaerating of the components (as bushings, Buchholz relay etc.) is not necessary and must not be
done.

The functional test of the Buchholz relay by the use of a testing pump must not be done either.

By deaerating or testing gas intrudes into the system which accumulates on the top of the conservator
and causes an activation of the monitoring units of the Rubber-bag. Furthermore an opening of the
insulating fluid system causes a change of the pressure ratio in the system.

It is allowed to take oil samples from the oil sampling valves.

If air gets into the closed system it is necessary to repeat the ventilation process as described in the
operating instructions of the Rubber-bag.

Oil-to-air cooling system

Prior to putting the oil circulation into operation you must bleed the circuit at all points provided for this
purpose. These points are marked red.
Verify the proper sense of rotation of the conveyor pump.
Prior to switching on the fans, you must check the free movement of all vanes. Likewise, you must
check the vibrationless run and the correct delivery direction (see description of the cooling
equipment).
The dimensional drawing of the cooler shows the flow direction.
The fans must be protected with suitable guards. A message must be output in the event of a
malfunction of the fans.

Oil-water-cooling system

Generally the oil circulation is

from the upper area of the transformer tank to the cooler


from the cooler to the power area of the transformer tank

Before putting the oil cycle into operation it is necessary to deaerate at the red marked points.
Please make sure that the oil pump is mounted correctly (in direction of the arrow) and check the
direction of rotating. Consider also the mounting instructions of the cooler manufacturer.

After putting the oil cycle into operation the water cycle is to be taken into operation. Please pay
attention to a sufficient water flow (see rating plate and instructions of the cooler manufacturer).

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Attention!

At temperatures below 0°C and low heat dissipation of the transformer or idleness the cooling water
circuit might freeze. (Please see also operating instructions of the cooler manufacturer).

2.3 Disposal

Insulation liquid is a hazardous waste material and must be disposed of according to the relevant
waste disposal laws.

Please state the following when placing orders and in all correspondence:

Type
Fabrication number
Nominal rating
Nominal voltages
Year of fabrication

When ordering spare parts send in the damaged part or a photo or sketch with dimensions if possible.

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2.4 Storage

The transformer has to be stored as dry and clean as possible.


During storage the dehydrating breather has to be mounted to prevent the tank from a pressure
increase caused by a raise of the ambient temperature.

The transformer must be protected from being mechanically damaged.

In the case of longer storage periods (> 6 months), we recommend taking an oil sample and checking
the oil for dielectric strength. The minimum dielectric strength should not fall below 30 kV with an
electrode distance of 2.5 mm.

In the case of transformers with Pape & Olbertz tap changers, on-load step switches, oil/water heat
exchangers, or hermetic design transformers, please observe the corresponding attached
supplements.

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2.5 Maintenance

In order to ensure the product quality, we recommend the following steps and procedures:

1. Oil level check every 4 weeks

2. Check of dehydrating breather, depending on temperature and load fluctuation every 4-8 weeks

3. Inspection of protective devices and monitoring units by revisions of transformers every 1-2 years

4. Tightness check

5. Cleaning of bushing every 1-2 years, according to degree of pollution

6. Correction of coating acc. to coating specification (see corrosion protection)

7. Inspection of on-load tap changer by revision of transformers every year

8. Operation of tap-changer only in de-energised condition of transformer, repeatedly


in all settings every year

9. Inspection of dielectrical properties of insulation liquid under normal load every 4 years

10. Prior to commissioning the PEN-connection needs to be checked, as well as in appointed intervals
for proper operation by the operator afterwards.

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UA06
Tap changer
Type: 010

Please mind the description of the manufacturer.

Attachment:

p. 2-5 Description of the manufacturer

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TAP CHANGERS TYPE 010 (AT - ATC – ATS – ATSP)

MAIN CHARATERISTIC
this is an off-circuit tap changers. It means all switching manoeuvre must be performed after
disconnecting transformer by the electrical net opening the sectionalising switches, both HV and LV
side, so transformer becomes off-circuit.

Drive Handle:
tap-changers can be controlled by manual drive al man’s height, or with manual drive type on the
cover of the transformer.
The pad lockable control boxes with or without electric contacts are of sturdy aluminum casting.

Position range:
POSITIONS: from 2 to 9

Voltages Rating
24kV – 36kV – 52 kV - 72,5kV

Current rating:
120A – 200A – 300A – 400A – 600A available each for cable type connectors on the threaded fixed
contacts
180A – 330A – 420A with a choice of crimped, soldered or brazed type connectors on the copper
tubular fixed contacts.

Type of tap- changers


AT: the tap changers regulation is bridge connection type
ATS: the tap changers regulation is star connection type with the choice of a take-off terminal
ATC: the tap changers regulation is common output for phase connection type
ATSP: three-phase off-circuit tap selector suitable to connect in series or in parallel the tapped
winding.
The equipment shown in details of the next sheets are few of many arrangements provided for
these tap selectors.
Other arrangements can be found out from these detail or available on request to meet the
transformer design needs.

Moving contacts
They are made of copper
On request, contacts can be supplied silver plated (from 600A all moving and fixed contacts are
silver plated)

DIMENSION
All dimension reported in the following pages are in millimetres (mm)

MODIFICATIONS
In case we need to modify some particulars, in order to improve the quality of our products, CAPT
firma reserve an option to change without a previous warning. Substantial modification will be
surely communicated.

TRANSFORMER OIL
All our tap changers are suitable to work in oil immersed transformers according to standard IEC
60296.
In case user need to use specific oil (silicon, synthetic or vegetal) it is necessary consulted CAPT
technical office who verify the functionality of tap in all the mechanicals, electrical and chemical
characteristics.

INSULATION MATERIAL
The insulating materials used are bakelite (paper laminates and phenoplastic resin) of “E” thermal
class
GASKET
Gasket supply in our tap changers and in our transmission drive handles are type NBR and they are
suitable for oil transformer, indicate for temperature in oil between -25°C and +100°C and for
temperature on air between -25°C and +40°C, according to IEC 60214-1/2.
On request, we can supply tap changer with special rubber for low temperature till -60°C and for
high temperature till +200°. These gaskets are suitable for oil transformer and they can be in HNBR,
VITON, in Silicon rubber. They can be used in arctic or tropical conditions.

DRYING TREATMENT
Different drying treatment can be process by customer: oven, in a vacuum autoclave, vapour-phase
or other. In this process is normally included tap changer too. The maximum temperature suggested
by CAPT for our tap changers is 100°C-120°C

DRYING TREATMENT IN CASE OF BEVEL GEAR AND DRIVE HANDLE


It is better to leave out from drying treatment the drive handle and bevel gear. In case it is
impossible to leave them out, we suggest to strictly respect the temperature recommended.
When you need drive handle with micro switch for electrical lock or electrical position transmitter it
is recommended to do the treatment without the drive.

WHEN CONTACT CAPT


In the following cases please contact CAPT
for temperature condition higher/lower then suggest
for hard temperature conditions, with possibility of snow or sand storming, or in potential
seismic area

Routine Test
Insulation tests and temperature rise tests, performed at the CESI in Milan, University of Padua
and at the Istituto Galileo Ferraris in Turin, have proved the reliability of the equipments.
Test reports are furnished on request. Our off-circuit tap changers are tested according to IEC
60214-1 2003-02 e IEC 60214-2 2004-10 as follows:

Section 3 – Clause 7.2 – Type test


- 7.2.2 - Temperature rise of contacts.
- 7.2.3 - Short-circuit test.
- 7.2.5 - Dielectric tests.

Section 3 – Clause 7.3 – Type test


- 7.3.1 - Mechanical test. Test

VERY IMPORTANT:
We have cancelled the possibilities to use AT with bevel gear. We suggest type MT, because the
connection between tap changer and drive is more reliable regarding the positions. Anyway all the
tap changers with bevel gears between tap changer and drive, we really recommended to pass to
family “M”. Dimensions and price are the same. Shaft of type “M” make a complete turn of 360° for
each one position while shaft of type AT make only a displacement some degrees.

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