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The user’s personnel are to act responsibly in all matters affecting safety at work and the correct handling of the switchgear. If you have any further questions on this instruction manual, the members of our field organization will be pleased to provide the required information. Instruction manual 534/01 | VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker 3...
Structure on the breaker poles Structure of the breaker operating mechanism 4.3.1 Releases, blocking magnet and auxiliary switches 4.3.2 Mounting of the VD4 on trucks from other manufacturers Function 4.4.1 Charging of the spring energy storage mechanism 4.4.2 Closing procedure 4.4.3...
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8.4.4 Circuit-breakers in general 8.4.5 Replacement of contact systems 8.4.6 Replacement of withdrawable assembly Testing withdrawable parts with a VD4 type circuit-breaker 8.5.1 Motor-driven withdrawable parts 8.5.2 Checking the correctness of dimensional settings 8.5.3 Checking auxiliary switch settings on type A withdrawable parts 8.5.4...
Normal operating conditions (Figures 2/1 bis 2/8) Design to VDE 0670, part 1000, “Common specifications for The vacuum circuit-breakers of type VD4 are intended for high-voltage switchgear and controlgear standards“ and IEC indoor installation in air-insulated switchgear systems. They publi cation 60694, with the following limit values:...
When the operating voltage is lower than the rated voltage, the same values apply as for rated voltage. Higher values on request. Individual unit (without chassis) with motor-operated mechanism and basic release equipment. Instruction manual 534/01 | VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker 7...
Technical data Motor-operated mechanisms Groschopp-Motor Rated supply voltage Power consumption Motor protection Charging time (ABB-Stotz m.c.b.) (maximum) VA/W 1.6 S 281UC-K 0.75 0.75 3.0 S 282UC-K 0.75 0.75 Approximate values At rated supply voltage 8 VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker | Instruction manual 534/01...
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24 kV, 2000 A, 25 kA, pole side Figure 2/3 : VD4 circuit-breaker, on withdrawable part, Figure 2/4 : VD4 circuit-breaker, on withdrawable part, 24 kV, 1250 A, 25 kA mechanism side 24 kV, 1250 A, 25 kA pole side Instruction manual 534/01 | VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker 9...
Diagram D) Diagram E) Figure 2/9: Permissible number of vacuum interrupter operating cycles n as a function of the breaking current I (Reference see section 2.1 and 3.1 – Technical data page 7) 10 VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker | Instruction manual 534/01...
Dimensional drawing of circuit-breaker type VD4: high-current, 24 kV, ...2500 A, ... 25 kA. Rated voltage Rated current Rated short-circuit breaking current … 1250 … 25 > 1250 … 25 ...1250 A >1250 A Instruction manual 534/01 | VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker 11...
-BB2 Auxiliary switch on the breaker shaft VD4 types. The scope of equipment possible within an indi- -BB3 Auxiliary switch on the breaker shaft vidual type series is listed in the relevant switchgear list, and...
Weight is increased by around 5 kg if charging motor is fitted. Weight is increased by around 2 kg if the motor-driven withdrawable assembly is used. > 2300 A with fan cooling and heat sink Instruction manual 534/01 | VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker 13...
Stroke 8-11mm c Weight is increased by about 2 kg if the motor-driven withdrawable assembly is used Figure 3/5: Vacuum circuit-breaker on withdrawable part, type VD4. - Use in UniGear Type ZS1, PowerCube and Powerbloc or mounting frame - 24 kV, ...1250 A, ...25 kA...
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Weight is increased by about 2 kg if the motor-driven withdrawable assembly is used Figure 3/6: Vacuum circuit-breaker on withdrawable part, type VD4. - Use in UniGear Type ZS1 and PowerCube - 24 kV, 1600 ...2500 A, ...25 kA...
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> 2300 A with fan cooling and heat sink Figure 3/5: Vacuum circuit-breaker type VD4, on withdrawable part. - Use in UniGear-Typ ZS1, PowerCube and Powerbloc or mounting frame - 24 kV, 1600...2500 A, ...25 kA...
Note: The wiring diagrams comprise the basic com ponents and Please see section 8.5 for explanation to the withdrawable all further equipment options for the various VD4 types. The part scope of equipment possible within an individual type series is...
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- Type B of withdrawable part - Maximum of equipment - Auxiliary switch -BB3 wired - Control wiring plug 58-pole - Use in panel system ZS, in powerbloc and mounting frame - Drawing no. GCE2132701P0101 18 VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker | Instruction manual 534/01...
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See page 43 for comparison of VDE/IEC designa Figure 3/10: Wiring diagram for VD4 vacuum circuit-breaker on motor-driven withdrawable assembly. - Type B of withdrawable part - Maximum of equipment - Auxiliary switch -BB3 free used - Control wiring plug 58-pole...
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See page 43 for comparison of VDE/IEC designa Figure 3/11: Wiring diagram for VD4 vacuum circuit-breaker on manually movable withdrawable assembly. - Type B of withdraw part or/and with auxiliary switch -BT3 at withdrawable part - Maximum of equipment - Control wiring plug 64-pole - Use in panel system ZS8.4...
OFF -MO2 with the circuit-breaker transmit the force to the breaker poles. in the open position, and the circuits of shunt release ON Instruction manual 534/01 | VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker 21...
Opening spring 27, which is thus released, moves contact 20.3 into the open VD4 circuit-breakers which are not installed on ABB withdra- position at a defined speed. wable parts must be fitted with one or two additional auxiliary switches which are dependent on the mechanical lock and 4.4.4...
- Details of any additional interlocks, e.g. in connection with a blocking magnet on the withdrawable part and/or earthing switch operating mechanism, can be found in the order documents for each individual case (see also section 8.5.6). Instruction manual 534/01 | VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker 23...
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-BT2 Test position indicator -BT1 Service position indicator Control wiring connector plug for withdrawable assembly Spindle 4.1 Scene head on spindle 8.3 Control wiring connector plug for withdrawable assembly 101 Door-locking mechanism of draw-out-truck for UniGear 24 VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker | Instruction manual 534/01...
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Drum with spiral spring Drive shaft Chain drive Release mechanism Ratchet wheel Stop disk Charging motor Drum with spiral spring Release and control mechanism area Chain drive Auxiliary switch block Ratchet wheel Left-hand control cam Instruction manual 534/01 | VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker 25...
- Must be precisely documented on the consignment note. - The shipper/carrier is to be notified immediately in accordance with the liability provisions of the German general conditions for forwarders (ADSp/KVO). Note: Always take photographs to document any major damage. 26 VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker | Instruction manual 534/01...
- Connect control wiring plug 8.1. - Close the front door. - Ensure that the circuit-breaker is in the OFF position. - Fit hand crank 5 on square spigot 4.2 of the spindle mechanism 4. Instruction manual 534/01 | VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker 27...
(the withdrawable part then automatically moves into the opposite position). - Charging takes place automatically. - Observe the position indicator. - If the charging motor breaks down, the charging process can be carried out or completed manually. 28 VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker | Instruction manual 534/01...
- Take care to avoid rotating parts! - Opening on failure of supply voltage: On failure of the supply voltage, mechanical opening by means of OFF push-button 12 is possible at any time. Instruction manual 534/01 | VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker 29...
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48.1 Height adjuster Withdrawable circuit-breaker part 48.2 Guide pin 3.1 Sliding handle 48.3 Catch Service truck (not included in supply) 101 Door-locking mechanism of draw-out-truck for UniGear 30 VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker | Instruction manual 534/01...
- during servicing work as set out in section „Inspection, switching devices in general“. Prior to functional testing, switch the breaker off and - move it into the test position (withdrawable breaker) or - isolate the outgoing feeder (with stationary mounted breakers). Instruction manual 534/01 | VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker 31...
- Perform several switching operations under no- load, - Observe the manufacturer’s instructions and the special above all with circuit-breakers seldom operated in normal ABB Instruction Manuals BA 1002/E or BA 1006/E on service. safety at work. - Switch off the charging motor (if fitted) and discharge the...
Dismantling and Replacement of the complete breaker poles All supply voltage sources must be disconnect ed and secured should only be carried out by ABB after-sales service person- against reclosing during the removal and installation work. nel or by specially trained personnel, particularly as proper ad just ment is necessary.
In this context, a distinction should be made bet- - Auxiliary switch -BT3 must then operate when the hand ween two types of the devices for the VD4 withdrawable part: crank has a remaining angle of ≥ 60° of turn to reach the stop.
- Use the local electrical controls to check that the withdra- bly (for type B), and mechanically slightly earlier; the latter wable part moves in the correct direction. corresponds to a position approximately half a turn of the crank before stop. Instruction manual 534/01 | VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker 35...
GCE 7003571 service position. - Blocking magnet -RL2: For notes on settings see drawing Check this condition. GCE 7003820, sheet 1. (table 2) 36 VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker | Instruction manual 534/01...
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0.8 thick (for additionel external connections) Quote contact arrangement State the type of release and voltage State rated supply voltage, Serial-Nr. of switch (on identification sign) as well as the manufacturer of the motor Instruction manual 534/01 | VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker 37...
Isoflex Topas NB 52 GCE0007249P0100 Cleaning agents for general cleaning: Rivolta BWR 210, GCE0007707P0100 Observe the relevant ABB instruction manual BA 1002/E GCEA901002P0101 Cleaning agent for conductive parts, insulating-material parts, and all parts with heavy contamination: Cold cleanser 716, GCE0007706P0100...
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Figure 8/4: Charging motor, charging system and spring energy store equipment example Drum with spiral spring 11.1 ON push-rod Chain drive 12.1 OFF push-rod Ratchet wheel Operating cycle counter Charging motor with gearing -MO3 Indirect overcurrent release 37.1 Fastening screw (gearbox) Instruction manual 534/01 | VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker 39...
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Control wiring plug connector for withdrawable assembly 6.2 Insulating sleeve 46.1 Roller Contact system 46.3 Lever 7.1 Internal tension springs 46.8 Angle lever Arbor Motor for truck (-BT3) Auxiliary switch (only with type A withdrawable part) 40 VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker | Instruction manual 534/01...
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46.4 46.4 46.8 46.8 For VD4 1600-2500 A with additional distanz piece of 20 mm For VD4 1600-2500 A with additional distanz piece of 20 mm Figure 8/11: Mechanical interlock, withdrawable assembly/circuit- Figure 8/10: Detail in the area of a withdrawable part with travel...
(which is automatically ensured with correct mechanism function and force transmission). - Safety clearances must be maintained. 42 VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker | Instruction manual 534/01...
Series rectifier for -RL1 -TR1 Series rectifier for -MO1 -TR3 Series rectifier for -MC -TR6 Series rectifier for -MU -TR2 Series rectifier for -MO2 Charging motor Antipumping relay Series resistor Motor drive for draw out Instruction manual 534/01 | VD4 Vacuum-circuit-breaker 43...
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With regard to purchase orders, the agreed 40472 Ratingen 40472 Ratingen 14542 Werder (Havel) OT Glindow 14542 Werder (Havel) OT Glindow particulars shall prevail. ABB AG does not accept GERMANY GERMANY GERMANY GERMANY any responsibility whatsoever for potential errors or...