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COLE TYPE L 

 

 

Copper Center Break 

Disconnect Switch 

 

 

For 8.3 – 72.5 kV Ratings 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INSTRUCTION 

INSTALLATION & 

MANUAL 

 

Summary of Contents for COLE L

Page 1: ...COLE TYPE L Copper Center Break Disconnect Switch For 8 3 72 5 kV Ratings INSTRUCTION INSTALLATION MANUAL...

Page 2: ...Page I The Quality Name in High Voltage Switching...

Page 3: ...Page II The Quality Name in High Voltage Switching Safety Information...

Page 4: ...his manner will constitute the Warranty Holder s exclusive remedy and fulfillment of all SSLLC s liabilities and responsibilities hereunder SSLLC s duty to perform under this limited warranty may be d...

Page 5: ...Page IV The Quality Name in High Voltage Switching Southern States LLC Equipment Receipt Installation Use Operation and Maintenance Terms Terms of Use...

Page 6: ...Page V The Quality Name in High Voltage Switching...

Page 7: ...Page VI The Quality Name in High Voltage Switching Type L 8 3 72 5 kV...

Page 8: ...al Disconnect Switch 4 Receiving Handling Storage 5 Unpacking 5 Storage 5 Installation Adjustment Procedures 6 Recommended Tools Values 6 Preferred Switch Assembly Method 7 Operating Mechanism 9 Final...

Page 9: ...mmended Installation and Maintenance Table 16 Figures Page Figure 1 Type L 69kV 1600 amp 4 Figure 2 Insulator Attachment 7 Figure 3 Mounting Live Parts 7 Figure 4 Blade Clearance A B 8 Figure 5 Typica...

Page 10: ...ire obligations of Southern States The Warranty contained in the contract between the parties is the sole warranty of Southern States Any statements contained herein do not create new warranties or mo...

Page 11: ...uthern States LLC in the event conditions associated with a specific application are not sufficiently addressed All photographs and sketches in this manual are for illustration purposes only and may n...

Page 12: ...ting kV 8 3 15 5 27 38 48 3 72 5 BIL kV 95 110 150 200 250 350 ADDITIONAL RATINGS Rated Power Frequency 60 Hz Continuous Current 1200A 2000A Short Time Symmetrical Withstand 3 Sec 38 kA RMS 50 kA RMS...

Page 13: ...g the insulators F to the switch base A Mounting the live parts B to the insulators Mounting the switch base A to the structure Installing operating mechanism components Final adjustment or tuning A S...

Page 14: ...ontact the factory Storage All components of the Cole Type L center break disconnect switch are suitable for outdoor use Keep bearings out of standing water Keep upright and support live parts with ba...

Page 15: ...rocedures Recommended Tools Values Table 2 Recommended Tools and Torque Values Recommended Tools Recommended Torque Values Type Sizes Bolt Nut size Torque Ft lb Hand Wrenches and or Sockets 15 16 3 4...

Page 16: ...ference Exception Vertically mounted switches should always be assembled on the ground When assembling the switches on the ground so not attempt to make contact adjustments until the switch is mounted...

Page 17: ...ds 7 Check the main pivot bolt on the live part hinge to make sure it is tight 8 Manually test operate checking for proper contact engagement The blade should enter the jaw centrally with equal cleara...

Page 18: ...ure 5 Figure 5 Typical Operating Arrangement 3 Caution The pipe collar above the vertical bearing must support the entire weight of the vertical operating pipe To prevent unnecessary component damage...

Page 19: ...inue tuning the other two phases one at a time 2 Switch Operating Devices 2 1 Worm gear operator HOGO High Output Geared Operator Optional 2 1 1 The operator handle is factory set to rotate clockwise...

Page 20: ...7 Type SEGO Safety Enhanced Gear Operator 3 3 Electrical motor operator 3 3 1 Please refer to motor operator instruction manual for proper installation and setup 3 3 2 Use manual operation while comp...

Page 21: ...If the switch is fully open before the operator reaches the fully open position the adjustable arm radius is too long Close the switch match mark the adjustable arm and the pipe clevis and loosen the...

Page 22: ...Refer to Table 2 5 9 2 Apply a minimal amount of grease to the point of each piercing bolt and then tighten the bolt until it pierces the pipe wall For heavy walled pipe schedule 80 or above 3 or abov...

Page 23: ...gonally from its original location This is the best option as it allows for the original setup to be maintained 1 3 2 Maintain the operator on the same side of the structure Assemble the components us...

Page 24: ...and mounting bracket as a complete assembly 5 1 2 If the insulators have not been installed unbolt the live parts from the switch bearings and flip the paddle arms on each bearing along the long axis...

Page 25: ...es on the switches which can be eliminated during normal switch maintenance Table 3 Recommended Installation and Maintenance Table Installation Tests Patrolling Inspection 6 months Routine 5 Year Peri...

Page 26: ...se during any operation or maintenance cycle as exposed surfaces such as contacts are vulnerable to environmental conditions and contaminants that can decrease the effectiveness of the grease over tim...

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