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IB-26100
PowlVac
63kA Enclosed Indoor
Disconnect Switch
Model:
15.0kV, 63kA 5000A
August, 2005
Page 1: ...Powered by Safety IB 26100 PowlVac 63kA Enclosed Indoor Disconnect Switch Model 15 0kV 63kA 5000A August 2005 ...
Page 2: ... Indoor Disconnect Switch IB 26100 Powell Electrical Systems Inc www powellind com Powell Apparatus Service E mail Info powellservice com PO Box 12818 Houston Texas 77217 2818 Tel 713 944 6900 Fax 713 947 4453 Contact Information ...
Page 3: ...SWITCHES 5 1 General 5 2 Construction and Operation 5 3 Accessories 6 a Grounding Earthing Contacts 6 b Auxiliary Switch 7 c Key Interlocks 7 B OPERATING MECHANISM DESCRIPTION 10 1 General 10 2 Mechanism Operation 10 IV INSTALLATION 13 A RECEIVING 13 B INSTALLING THE DISCONNECTING SWITCH 13 C HANDLING 13 D STORAGE 13 V MAINTENANCE 15 A GENERAL 15 B INSPECTION AND CLEANING 15 C SETTINGS 15 D LUBRIC...
Page 4: ...nsions 8 Figure 4 PowlVac Enclosed Indoor Disconnect Switch Front Interior Dimensions 8 Figure 5 PowlVac Enclosed Indoor Disconnect Switch Operating Mechanism Dimensions Left Side 9 Figure 6 PowlVac Enclosed Indoor Disconnect Switch Operating Mechanism Dimensions Right Side 9 Figure 7 PowlVac Enclosed Indoor Disconnect Switch Operating Mechanism Dimensions 11 Figure 8 PowlVac Enclosed Indoor Disco...
Page 5: ...H WARNING THE EQUIPMENT DESCRIBED IN THIS DOCUMENT MAY CONTAIN HIGH VOLTAGES AND CURRENTS WHICH CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH THE EQUIPMENT IS DESIGNED FOR USE INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE BY KNOWLEDGEABLE USERS OF SUCH EQUIPMENT HAVING EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING IN THE FIELD OF HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICITY THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL OTHER DOCUMENTATION SHALL BE FULLY READ UNDERSTOOD AND ALL WARNINGS AND ...
Page 6: ...on of the enclosed indoor disconnect switch Guidelines for safety General descriptions of the operation and maintenance of the enclosed indoor disconnect switch Instructions for installation and preparation for use of the enclosed indoor disconnect switch assemblies Accessories Renewal Parts The illustrations contained in this document are provided as general information to aid in showing componen...
Page 7: ...4 5 6 B SAFETY RULES Study this instruction bulletin and all other associated documentation before uncrating the PowlVac 63kA 5000A Enclosed Indoor Disconnect Switch Each user has the responsibility to instruct and supervise all personnel associated with usage installation operation and maintenance of this equipment on all safety procedures which must be observed Furthermore each user has the resp...
Page 8: ...riables as ambient temperature and humidity actual continuous current thermal cycling number of operations and any unusual local conditions such as excessive dust ash corrosive atmosphere vermin and insect problems 3 C SAFETY LABELS The switch has DANGER WARNING CAUTION and instruction labels attached to various locations All equipment DANGER WARNING CAUTION and instruction labels shall be observe...
Page 9: ...ED WHEN NO VOLTAGE CHANGE OCCURS ACROSS THE TERMINALS OF EACH OF THE SWITCH POLES DUE TO THE WIDE VARIETY OF APPLICATIONS AND INTERLOCKING SCHEMES THE INTERLOCKS OR OTHER METHODS OF PREVENTING IMPROPER DISCONNECT SWITCH OPERATION ARE NOT SUPPLIED WITH THE BASIC SWITCH AND SHALL BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE USER FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING WILL RESULT IN SEVERE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE AND MAY CAUSE INJ...
Page 10: ...ng Contacts for the Moving Contacts Auxiliary Switches Key Interlocks a Grounding Earthing Contacts Grounding contacts can be installed on the disconnect switch for grounding the moving contacts in the OPEN position Figure 8 Grounding contacts and the supporting ground bus can be mounted to the switchgear in such a way that the stationary grounding contacts engage the moving contacts of the discon...
Page 11: ...enclosure or to the frame of the enclosed indoor disconnect switch The optional auxiliary switches are provided with single pole double throw contacts c Key Interlocks Key interlocks can be provided to ensure proper operating sequences of the disconnect switch The disconnect switch operating mechanism has provisions for mounting key interlocks in both the OPEN and CLOSED positions of the switch ...
Page 12: ...red by Safety 8 Enclosed Indoor Disconnect Switch IB 26100 Figure 3 PowlVac Enclosed Indoor Disconnect Switch Interior Dimensions Figure 4 PowlVac Enclosed Indoor Disconnect Switch Front Interior Dimensions ...
Page 13: ...26100 Enclosed Indoor Disconnect Switch Figure 5 PowlVac Enclosed Indoor Disconnect Switch Operating Mechanism Dimensions Left Side Figure 6 PowlVac Enclosed Indoor Disconnect Switch Operating Mechanism Dimensions Right Side ...
Page 14: ... of the motor operated switch mechanism for maintenance and troubleshooting purposes Refer to Figure 8 for component identification When the gear motor Figure 8 a is energized rotational force is transmitted to the right angle gear box Figure 8 j via the gearbox input shaft Figure 8 l The gearbox 1 input shaft is connected to the gearbox by a cylindrical shaft coupler Figure 8 c The opposite end o...
Page 15: ...Powered by Safety 11 IB 26100 Enclosed Indoor Disconnect Switch Figure 7 PowlVac Enclosed Indoor Disconnect Switch Operating Mechanism Dimensions ...
Page 16: ...orque Limiter e Support Brackets f Support Angle g Slider h Ground Bus Optional Open Position Grounding Contacts i Threaded Rod j Gear Box Right Angle k Main Operator Shaft l Gear Box Input Shaft a b f c d e g i c j k h l Figure 8 PowlVac Enclosed Indoor Disconnect Switch Operating Mechanism SECTION END ...
Page 17: ... binding of the switch contacts In order to maintain short circuit withstand ratings of the switch the distance to the nearest support insulator from the switch terminals must not exceed 36 inches C HANDLING The enclosed indoor disconnect switch weighs approximately 850 lbs The preferred method for moving the enclosed indoor disconnect switch is by overhead crane THE SWITCH MUST BE LIFTED BY ATTAC...
Page 18: ...surfaces such as rollers latches etc should be coated with grease oil to prevent rusting 2 3 If the enclosed indoor disconnect switch is stored for any length of time it should be inspected periodically to see that rusting has not started and to ensure good mechanical condition Should the enclosed indoor disconnect switch be stored under unfavorable atmospheric conditions it should be cleaned and ...
Page 19: ...o service B INSPECTION AND CLEANING Inspect the enclosed indoor disconnect switch for loose or damaged hardware or parts Tighten any loose hardware and replace missing or damaged hardware or parts When necessary remove loose dust and dirt from the enclosed indoor disconnect switch with a vacuum cleaner a clean dry cloth or an industrial type wiper DO NOT use an air hose to clean the enclosed indoo...
Page 20: ...owell offers a complete lubrication kit Powlube 102 which contains all the lubricants required for maintaining the switch E HIGH VOLTAGE INSULATION INTEGRITY The high voltage insulation system of the disconnect switch which consists of the insulated operating links and contact support assemblies should be hipot tested prior to initially placing the switch in service The switch primary phase to pha...
Page 21: ...ultimate user Location of the installation Type of the device including rated voltage and rated amps Serial number of the device Description of the part Photo of the device with the needed part marked will be helpful in assuring that the proper part is furnished To order parts please contact Powell Electrical Systems Inc by one of the following methods POWELL WEB SITE http www powellind com EMAIL ...
Page 22: ... Catalog Number Illustration Acme Rod 35351P00000004 Gear Box RVO75 Motovario Mfg Motor S13421 Operating Link 35351P00005147 Limit Switch Assembly Specific to Order number Moving Contact Spring Setting Gauge R042203P100 PowlVac Lubrication Kit Powlube 102 Table B Renewal Parts ...
Page 23: ...truction Bulletin Web site 2 Introduction 2 purpose 2 scope 2 L Lubrication 9 M Maintenance general 8 inspection and cleaning 9 lubrication 9 O Ordering parts 9 P Parts 9 Powell Electrical Systems Inc 2 Q Qualified personnel 3 R Receiving 8 Renewal parts 9 ordering 9 S Safety 2 general 3 isolation 3 qualified personnel 3 racking 3 transport or install 3 Safety labels 3 Standards 2 Storage 8 W Weig...
Page 24: ...t Switch Powered by Safety 2005 Powell Industries Inc All rights reserved Powell Electrical Systems Inc Powell Electrical Manufacturing PO Box 12818 Houston TX 77217 Tel 713 944 6900 Fax 713 947 4453 Visit us at www powellind com Email us at info powellind com August 2005 ...
