Chapter 2. Operation
2-1 Standard Features
Power Break II switches are equipped with the following
standard features. The letters are keyed to the switch
photographs in Figures 6 and 7.
A
Indicator:
B
Indicator:
OFF – Green
DISCHARGED – White
C
ON button
D
OFF button
E
Manual charging handle
F
Integral 36-point terminal block
(12 auxiliary switches,
G
H
I
A-B type), Block “A”
Integral 36-point terminal block (all other
connections),
Block “B”
Sealable hinged cover
Cover mounting screws (4)
K
Control
Unit
interchangeable
plug
rating
L
Test set connection port
M
Standard padlock provision
N
Dust-resistant ventilation slots
NOTE:
La fermeture de l'interrupteurne peut être réalisée à
moins que les ressorts soient réarmés tout à fait, et le levier
est complètement remis à la position d’emmagasinage.
4
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Figure 6. Front of the switch, showing the locations of standard features.
NOTE:
The switch cannot be closed unless the springs are
fully charged and the handle is stored fully in.
ON – Red
CHARGED – Yellow
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Figure 7. Front of the switch, with the Control unit and top cover removed.
2-2 Operating Instructions
Sequence of Operations
The sequences of operations that may be performed on the
switch are listed in Table 3. Refer to Chapter 3 for information
about accessory operation.
Operating Instructions for Manually
Operated Switch
Charging the Mechanism Springs
Pull the operating handle down about 90° (until it stops).
Repeat five more times to fully charge the springs.
This will
not close the switch contacts.
The charge indicator will show
CHARGED on a yellow background. When the springs are
fully charged, the handle locks in the stored position.
