The following important highlighted information appears
throughout this document to warn of potential hazards or
to call attention to information that clarifies a procedure.
Carefully read all instructions and become familiar with
the devices before trying to install, operate, service or
maintain this equipment.
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Failure to comply with these instructions may result in
product damage.
NOTICE
Indicates important information that must be
remembered and aids in job performance
TRADEMARKS
EntelliGuard™ E
EntelliGuard Messenger™
EntelliGuard™ TU
Entellisys™
WARRANTY
This document is based on information available at the
time of its publication. While efforts have been made to
ensure accuracy, the information contained herein does
not cover all details or variations in hardware and
software, nor does it provide for every possible
contingency in connection with installation, operation,
and maintenance. Features may be described herein that
are not present in all hardware and software systems. GE
Industrial Solutions assumes no obligation of notice to
holders of this document with respect to changes
subsequently made. GE Industrial Solutions makes no
representation or warranty, expressed, implied, or
statutory, with respect to, and assumes no responsibility
for the accuracy, completeness, sufficiency, or usefulness
of the information contained herein. No warrantees of
merchantability or fitness for purpose shall apply.
Contact your local sales office if further information is
required concerning any aspect of EntelliGuard E circuit
breaker operation or maintenance.
SECTION 1 – GENERAL INFORMATION ......................................................................................................................................................................................6
Product Serial Number ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................6
Measurement Units .................................................................................................................................................................................................................6
HAND TOOLS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................................................................................6
Table 1.1. Required Hand Tools .........................................................................................................................................................................................6
Figure 1.1. EntelliGuard E Power Circuit Breaker Features and Characteristics .............................................................................................7
Figure 1.2. EntelliGuard E Power Circuit Breaker Label ...............................................................................................................................................7
Table 2.2. EntelliGuard E Short Circuit and Interrupting Ratings: ANSI/UL1066 ..............................................................................................8
BASIC CIRCUIT BREAKER CONSTRUCTION .........................................................................................................................................................................9
Circuit Breaker Removal from the Cassette ............................................................................................................................................................. 11
TRIP UNIT ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 12
General Information ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 12
Trip Unit Installation ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 12
STORED ENERGY MECHANISM KEY FEATURES .............................................................................................................................................................. 16
Two Step Mechanism Design .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Table 4.1. Stored Energy Mechanism Sequences of Operation ...................................................................................................................... 16
CLOSING SPRING DISCHARGE PROCEDURE ................................................................................................................................................................... 16
SECTION 5 – LOCKS AND INTERLOCKS .................................................................................................................................................................................. 18
GENERAL INFORMATION ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
CIRCUIT BREAKER FRONT PANEL LOCKING .................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Padlock or Scissor Lock for Breaker Trip Free Condition .................................................................................................................................... 18
DRAWOUT CASSETTE FRONT PANEL LOCKING ............................................................................................................................................................. 18
GENERAL INFORMATION ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Motorized Spring Charging Unit ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Carriage Position Switch (TOC) ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 21
Bell Alarm with Lockout ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Charging Spring Status Indicator .................................................................................................................................................................................. 21
Position Indicators ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 22
CIRCUIT BREAKER FRONT COVER REMOVAL .................................................................................................................................................................. 23
MOTOR OPERATOR - SPRING CHARGING UNIT INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................. 23
environments above LC1 (sea salt mist) and G1 as
per ANSI/ISA-S71.04-1985.
Ensure circuit breakers are stored in a clean, dry
location in their original packaging.
Failure to comply with these instructions may result
in product damage.
Introduction
Quality Assurance
All EntelliGuard E circuit breakers have been designed
and manufactured to the highest technical standards.
Strict procedures ensure first class product quality.
Product Serial Number
Please have the serial number available when
communicating about the circuit breaker. Each circuit
breaker has a unique serial number located on the
bottom right side (viewed from front) of the front fascia,
see figure 1.2.
Measurement Units
All data in this document is specified in conventional
metric/SI units.
All internal/external accessory and external
cable/bus bar connections are metric.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The EntelliGuard E power circuit breaker is designed to
protect low voltage power circuits when used with
Entellisys™ Low-Voltage Switchgear only. The
EntelliGuard E circuit breaker must be used in concert
with the EntelliGuard Messenger and current
transformers mounted within the switchgear cubicle. All
EntelliGuard E circuit breakers are designed for draw-out
mounting. See Section 2 and the Entellisys Low-Voltage
Switchgear application guide, DET-838 for complete
product specifications.
Figure 1.1 shows a front view of the EntelliGuard E. The
indicated features are referenced in this document.
HAND TOOLS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION
Table 1.1 provides a list of the hand tools required to
install, operate and maintain the EntelliGuard E Circuit
Breaker.
Table 1.1. Required Hand Tools
Tool Name Function
Cluster pliers (two pairs, each with a different
gap, are supplied under Cat. No. GUNI)
Screwdriver (8 mm)
Allen wrench (5 mm)
Allen wrench key (4 mm) To remove motor and gearbox mounting screws.
Metric feeler gauges To check and adjust arcing contact gaps.
Pozidrive terminal screwdriver
Pozidrive screwdriver (#1 and #3)
Full Set of Metric Hex Allen Wrenches and
Socket Set
To remove primary disconnect finger clusters for inspection and maintenance.
To operate racking drive shutter.
To remove arc chutes for inspection and maintenance.
To remove or adjust fixed and moving arcing contacts.
To remove mechanism.
To remove mechanical and electronic component mounting screws.
To connect wiring to secondary disconnect terminals.
To remove front cover mounting screws.
To remove Rogowski coil and Power current transformer cover plate at the
rear of the circuit breaker moving portion.
To remove PMU base, auxiliary switch assembly, etc.
Ensure only qualified personnel install, operate, service and maintain all electrical equipment.
Failure to comply with these instructions could result in death or serious injury.
TABLE 2.1. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Characteristic Parameter
Temperature:
Ambient for Normal Operation
Ambient at 10% of listed endurance operations inside panel
Storage
Humidity 20% RH to 95% RH
Salt fog per ASTM-B117
Vibration (random and sinusoidal) 1 G max., 50 Hz to 500 Hz in X, Y, Z directions
Fungus resistance per ASTM G21
Voltage and current de-rating at altitude above sea level per ANSI C37.20.1, Tables 2 and 3
Noise level <30 dB
Endurance:
closing coil, Shunt trip
motor operator
-5 ºC to 70 ºC, 40 ºC max without derating
-20 ºC to -5 ºC
-40 ºC to 70 ºC
20,000 operations
12,500 operations
TABLE 2.2. ENTELLIGUARD E SHORT CIRCUIT AND INTERRUPTING RATINGS: ANSI/UL1066
S 65,000 65,000 50,000 50,000 X
N 65,000 65,000 65,000 65,000 X X
H 85,000 85,000 65,000 85,000 X
P 100,000 100,000 65,000 65,000 X
E 85,000 85,000 85,000 85,000 X
M 100,000 100,000 85,000 85,000 X
Envelope 1
400,
800,
1200
400, 800,
1600,
2000
Envelope 2
3200
400-3200
TABLE 2.3. AGENCY CERTIFICATION
(All industry standards referenced in this table are the latest version at the time the product is sold.)
Standard Number Title
ANSI C37.13,16,17, 20, 50 Low-voltage AC Power Circuit Breakers
UL 1066 Low voltage AC and DC Power Circuit Breakers Used in Enclosures
CSA 22.2, No 5.1 Molded-Case Circuit Breakers, Molded-Case Switches and Circuit-Breaker Enclosures
TABLE 2.4. PRODUCT DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS
Type
Envelope 1 13.07 332 16.34 415 17.24 438 149.9 68
Envelope 2, Up to 2000A 17.01 432 16.34 415 17.24 438 176.4 80
Envelope 2, Up to 3200A 17.01 432 16.34 415 17.24 438 209.4 95
Ensure only qualified personnel install, operate, service
and maintain all electrical equipment.
Failure to comply with these instructions could
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
FALLING OBJECT
Ensure lifting equipment has capability for device
being lifted.
Wear hard hat, gloves and safety shoes.
Failure to comply with these instructions could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
PRODUCT DAMAGE
Ensure circuit breaker and its accessories are
always used within their designated ratings.
Do not allow the circuit breaker to hit a hard
surface while handling.
Do not drag or slide the circuit breaker across a
hard or rough surface.
Failure to comply with these instructions may result
in product damage.
NOTICE
A factory-installed rejection feature prevents
mismatching circuit breakers and
cassettes/substructures, preventing the insertion of a
circuit breaker with a lower rating into a higher rated
cassette/substructure, or the insertion of a higher
rated circuit breaker into a lower rated
cassette/substructure.
CIRCUIT BREAKER UNPACKING (FIG. 3.1)
1. Inspect the shipping container for obvious signs of
rough handling and/or external damage incurred during
transportation.
2. Record any observed damage for reporting to the
carrier. Ensure all recorded reports and claims include
the order number and nameplate information.
3. Remove the banding straps and lift off the top cover.
4. Remove all packaging material.
5. Remove all product documentation and store properly.
6. Unscrew the mounting screws that fasten the circuit
breaker to the bottom of the shipping pallet and remove
the circuit breaker.
Figure 3.1. Unpacking the Circuit Breaker
BASIC CIRCUIT BREAKER CONSTRUCTION
Figure 3.2. Circuit Breaker Construction
EntelliGuard E circuit breakers consist of rigid front and rear
housings made of thermoset composite resins which
provide high structural strength and excellent dielectric
properties. These housings enclose a contact system
consisting of a moving portion and a fixed portion:
Moving portion: comprised of multiple finger assemblies
connected to a conductor through flexible copper
connections. The number of finger assemblies depends
on the circuit breaker’s continuous and short circuit
ratings. Each finger assembly has an arcing contact and
a main contact.
Fixed portion: consists of a main fixed contact which is
brazed to a conductive pad, and arc runner which is
fastened to the conductive pad which guides the arc to
the arc chamber.
Each pole has an arc chamber comprised of arc chamber
molds which houses the de-ion plates and filtering system.
The pole configuration depends upon the breaker frame
size.
The operating mechanism is mounted on the front housing.
The energy stored in the mechanism is used to close the
contact system. The mechanism is coupled to each pole by
a common layshaft/drive shaft.
The trip unit measures current and protects the breaker by
providing instantaneous over current override protection.
The fascia has interface buttons and features for safety
locks.
The cassette consists of a mechanism which enables the
circuit breaker to be racked in and out, and houses the
interlocks.
The front panel on the cassette has three markings which
indicate whether the breaker is in the CONNECTED, TEST or
DISCONNECTED position.
Drawout Circuit Breaker Installation into the Cassette
1. Pull the lifting handles on both side walls of the circuit
breaker.
2. Attach the lifting bar between the two holes of the lifting
eyes as shown in Fig. 3.3.
Figure 3.3. Circuit Breaker Lifting
7. Lower the circuit breaker gradually so that the rollers
drop over the rails. Ensure the grooves in all rollers
straddle the rails as shown in Fig. 3.5.
Figure 3.5. Circuit Breaker Rollers Straddled on the
Loading Rails
8. Remove the lifting bar and push the circuit breaker into
the cassette until it reaches a positive stop (the racking
pins on the circuit breaker are engaged with the
racking cams of the cassette on both sides). The circuit
breaker is now in the DISCONNECTED position (Fig. 3.6).
Figure 3.6. Circuit Breaker in DISCONNECTED Position
3. Remove any padlocks and keep the key in place for key
locks if applied from the racking panel of the cassette.
4. Ensure the cassette position indicator shows
DISCONNECTED and the racking handle is disengaged.
5. Ensure the cassette racking cams on both side walls of
the cassette are in the completely racked out position
as shown in Fig. 3.4.
Figure 3.4. Racking Drive in the DISCONNECTED Position
9. Push back both the extended rails of the cassette to the
stowed position.
10. Close the circuit breaker cubicle door.
11. If the circuit breaker is CLOSED and the springs are
charged, press the OPEN button on the circuit breaker
fascia and ensure the circuit breaker contacts are open
(Fig. 3.7).
12. With a screwdriver, turn the racking handle shutter
drive A clockwise (Fig. 3.8).
Figure 3.8. Racking Handle Shutter Drive Location
13. Insert the racking handle in the handle insertion hole
on the cassette front panel.
14. Rotate clockwise to rack the circuit breaker into the
cassette.
Figure 3.9. Turning the Racking Handle
15. Continue rotating the racking handle clockwise until
the position indicator first shows TEST, then
CONNECTED. When approaching the CONNECTED
position, effort to turn the racking handle will increase
as the clusters engage with the cassette-mounted
contacts. If a motor spring charge is installed, it may
operate when approaching the TEST position.
16. Remove and store the racking handle.
The circuit breaker is now ready for normal operation.
17.
3. Continue rotating the racking handle counter clockwise
until the position indicator first shows TEST, then
DISCONNECTED.
4. Open the breaker cubicle door.
5. Pull out the cassette rails (Fig. 3.10).
Figure 3.10. Cassette Rails Pulled Out for Circuit Breaker
Unloading
6. Using the hand grips on either side, pull the circuit
breaker out of the cassette until it reaches a positive
stop (rollers on the circuit breaker will stop against the
extended rail projection as shown in Fig. 3.1.
7.
Figure 3.11. Circuit breaker Pulled Out of the Cassette for
Unloading
Circuit Breaker Removal from the Cassette
DANGER
ELECTROCUTION
Ensure the circuit breaker has been tripped, indicating
OPEN, and the main springs are fully discharged.
Do not touch the circuit breaker’s isolating contacts
during lifting.
Failure to comply with these instructions will result in
death or serious injury.
1. Repeat Steps 11 through 13 as explained in the previous
section. Insert the racking handle in the handle insertion
hole on the cassette front panel
2. Rotate counter clockwise to rack the circuit breaker out
Ensure only qualified personnel install, operate, service
and maintain all electrical equipment.
Failure to comply with these instructions will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING
PERSONAL INJURY
Avoid risk of injury from moving parts while handling
the breaker.
Failure to comply with these instructions could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION
PRODUCT DAMAGE
Ensure circuit breaker and its accessories are always
used within their designated ratings.
Use the specially designed circuit breaker handling
truck (optional accessory) when removing the circuit
breaker from its cassette.
Failure to comply with these instructions may result in
product damage.
STORED ENERGY MECHANISM KEY FEATURES
(Table 4.1)
NOTICE
Each charging action provides sufficient charge for an
O-C-O (Open-Close-Open) operation without requiring
additional charging.
Circuit Breaker Charging
The circuit breaker can be charged in one of two ways:
Manually, using a charging handle.
- The charging handle lies flush within the circuit
breaker front cover. It is easily retracted without
special tools.
- Full spring charging is accomplished with 10 full
pumps or less of the handle. Handle movement
includes suitable stops so that it cannot be over
extended and cause operator injury.
- The handle engages the charging ratchet during
motion away from the circuit breaker front cover
and rotates freely on the return stroke.
Electrically, via a motor operator that is automatically
activated after the closing operation.
Two Step Mechanism Design
The first step charges the closing spring through the
manual charging handle or through the spring
charging motor.
The second step closes the circuit breaker via the
CLOSE pushbutton on the front cover or closes the
breaker through energizing the closing coil.
The mechanism is trip free and incorporates an anti-
pumping system:
- The circuit breaker may be closed only after the
mechanism is fully charged and there is no active
open command.
- The closing coil has an electrical anti-pumping
feature. The coil supply, if maintained
continuously, will attempt to close the circuit
breaker only one time. To achieve a second
closing attempt, the closing coil must be deenergized and energized a second time.
Table 4.1. Stored Energy Mechanism Sequences of Operation
OPEN/CLOSED
Indicator
OPEN open discharged discharged closing springs may be charged
OPEN open charged fully charged contacts may be closed, then opened
CLOSE closed discharged discharged contacts may be opened or closing springs may be charged
CLOSE closed charged fully charged open-closed-open sequence may be carried out and the closing
OPEN open charged fully charged closing spring may be discharged without closing contacts
CLOSE closed charging partially charged complete charging
OPEN open charging partially charged complete charging
CLOSING SPRING DISCHARGE PROCEDURE
The main spring may be discharged (also known as
“crashing the mechanism”) without closing the breaker by
using a special tool operated through a small window on
the front cover.
springs can be charged after the close operation opened
The mechanism closing springs are automatically
discharged (crashed) when the circuit breaker is moved
from the DISCONNECT position to the WITHDRAWN fully
disconnected position and vice versa.
The closing springs must be discharged prior to removal
of the arc-chute cover.
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CLOSING PROCEDURE
Pull the charging handle out and down to charge the
closing springs (requires approximately 10 pumps of
the handle to fully charge).
If a motorized spring charging unit is installed, the
springs will be automatically charged as soon as the
motor is energized.
Pressing the CLOSE pushbutton or energizing the
closing coil (if installed) will close the circuit breaker.
CONDITIONS WHEN CLOSING CANNOT OCCUR
The OPEN button is in a depressed position.
The trip unit is not installed.
Table 4.2. Cassette Operating Positions
Circuit Breaker
Position in the
Cassette
CONNECTED engaged engaged
TEST disengaged engaged
DISCONNECTED disengaged disengaged
WITHDRAWN disengaged disengaged
Primary
Disconnects
Secondary
Disconnects
circuit breaker may be operated both mechanically or electrically
ready for service
circuit breaker may be operated both mechanically or electrically
circuit breaker and control circuit operations may be tested and
verified
circuit breaker may be operated only mechanically
circuit breaker may not be removed from the circuit breaker
compartment
circuit breaker may be operated only mechanically
circuit breaker may be removed from the circuit breaker
compartment
If racking handle is inserted, remove it.
The breaker is positioned anywhere between
CONNECTED, TEST and DISCONNECTED positions.
Trip unit reset button is protruding from the front
cover. Press the reset button.
A network interlockis installed and the SET coil is
activated.
A key interlock is operating on the breaker.
CIRCUIT BREAKER OPENING PROCEDURE
Press the OPEN pushbutton or energize the shunt
trip coil (if installed).
Tripping under fault conditions will be automatic
Ensure the circuit breaker has been tripped, indicating
OFF, and the main springs are fully discharged before
installing locks and interlocks.
Failure to comply with these instructions will result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING
IMPROPER INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND
MAINTENANCE
Ensure only qualified personnel install, operate,
service and maintain all electrical equipment.
Failure to comply with these instructions could
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
PERSONAL INJURY
Avoid risk of injury from moving parts while
handling the circuit breaker.
Failure to comply with these instructions could
result in death or serious injury.
DRAWOUT CASSETTE FRONT PANEL LOCKING
Security Locking
This function locks the entry of the racking handle in the
crank insertion hole of the cassette front panel when the
padlock is installed when circuit breaker in the
DISCONNECTED/ CONNECTED position. Up to three
padlocks (shaft diameter of 3 mm to 9.5 mm) may be
installed for additional security (Fig. 5.2).
This function locks the operation of the safety shutters
when the padlock is installed on the security locking
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bar A (Fig 5.6) only when the cassette is in the
DISCONNECTED position. Only one padlock (shaft
diameter of 3 mm to 9.5 mm) may be installed.
1. Ensure the position indicator shows the
DISCONNECTED position.
2. Remove the racking handle from the operating
position.
3. Pull the locking bar until the locking eye is
exposed and hold while inserting the padlock
hasp (Fig. 5.4).
Figure 5.4. Padlock Insertion
Figure 5.5. Safety Shutter in Closed Position
Figure 5.6. Shutter Padlocking
Table 5.1. Drawout Circuit Breaker Locking
Function Number and Type of Padlocks/Locking
Devices
Racking mechanism screw access blocking padlock in
DISCONNECTED/TEST/CONNECTED positions.
Racking mechanism screw access blocking and
breaker trip free position key lock in
DISCONNECTED/TEST/CONNECTED positions (Kirk lock).
Padlocking provisions on the drawout rails prevent
unauthorized installation of a breaker that has been
removed from the cassette for equipment or load
maintenance.
Ensure only qualified personnel install, operate, service
and maintain all electrical equipment.
Failure to comply with these instructions could
result in death or serious injury.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Optional accessories are interchangeable across all
EntelliGuard E power circuit breakers, regardless of nominal
rating or envelope/frame size. Each accessory incorporates
easy-fit design features for quick installation, either at the
factory or in the field (Fig. 6.1).
NOTE: Replacement accessories have an “R” at the end of
the catalog number as shown.
Figure 6.1. Accessory Mounting
Table 6.1. Motor Operators
Envelope
1 AC – 350 VA 120 Vac
2 and 3 AC – 560 VA 120 Vac
Power
Consumption
Nominal
Control
Voltage
ANSI
Range
102 V to
132 V
102 V to
132V
Cat No.
GM01120AR
GM02120AR
Spring charge time = 3 sec max.
Recommended fuse amps: contact factory.
Duty cycle = 2/min.
Envelope 1 motors: running VA ~ 350 VA; inrush = 2 to 3
times.
Envelope 2 motors: running VA ~ 560 VA; inrush = 2 to 3
times.
Circuit Breaker Closing Coil
Easy-to-fit, clip-on closing coil with simple, plug-in
connections is available. The closing coil offers electrical
remote release of the spring charged closing mechanism. A
standard anti-pump safety feature ensures that the remote
signal must be released before further close commands are
allowed.
Energizing the shunt trip, via local or remote input, will
INDIVIDUAL ACCESSORIES
Motorized Spring Charging Unit
The unique motor/gearbox unit is specially designed to
operate with the full range of EntelliGuard E. It is easily fitted
with three heavy-duty bolts. After a breaker close operation,
the unit automatically recharges the spring and makes it
ready for immediate open and re-close should the need
arise. High speed recharging ensures that the springs are
fully charged within approximately three seconds following
a release. All electrically operated (EO) ANSI/UL breakers are
instantaneously activate the circuit breaker mechanism,
ensuring a rapid open operation. The standard auxiliary
switch ensures automatic isolation whenever the circuit
breaker is open. The shunt trip release is a straightforward,
field installable accessory.
Table 6.3. Extended Range Shunt Trip Rating
Nominal Control Voltage Catalog Number
110 Vdc/120 Vac GSTG120R
Pickup range = 55%-110%.
Duty cycle = 2/min.
Inrush = 480 A (ac).
Holding = 60 VA (ac).
equipped with “Spring Charged” contacts (GSCC1R) for
status indication (Table 6.1).
Remote Operation Coil Combination
Each breaker accepts a maximum of three coils shown in
Table 6.4. All coils are mounted from the front and snap onto
the mechanism after the fascia is removed.
Auxiliary switches indicate breaker main contact position.
They change their state in the same time sequence as the
breaker main contacts. See Table 6.6 for rating.
Table 6.5. Auxiliary Switches
Contact Configuration Cat. No.
Power rated (3NO+3NC) GAUX3R
Table 6.6. Auxiliary Switch Ratings and Secondary
Disconnect Points
Contact Configuration Power Rated Cat. No.
Power rated(3NO+3NC) A14 - A25 GAUX3R
Circuit Breaker - Key Interlock Facility
This option provides factory-installed interlocking devices for
installation between separate circuit breakers (baseplates and
mechanism). This safeguard ensures that a circuit breaker
cannot be closed unless the dedicated key has been inserted
and secured within the lock. Circuit breakers accept ready-to-fit
interlocking device kits such as Kirk for installation between
related, separate circuit breakers (Table 6.7).
NOTE: Locks and keys are not supplied by GE. Please order
separately from your local supplier.
Table 6.7. Key Interlocks and Door Interlocks
Description Catalog Number
Baseplate and mechanism for Kirk Key
locks (breaker mounted)
Mechanism for Kirk key cassette interlock
(cassette mounted)
Door interlock (left side) GLHD
Door interlock (right side) GRHD
GBKRKR
GCKRKR
Table 6.8. Carriage Position Switches
Switch Configuration Catalog Number
1 NO/NC switch per position GCPS4R
Bell Alarm with Lockout
The bell alarm provides remote indication that the circuit
breaker has opened because of an electrical fault. The
Lockout feature is integral to the trip unit. When a Bell Alarm
is supplied with the breaker, the trip unit dial is set and
locked to the manual position. In order to re-close the
breaker, the Lockout button must be pushed in/reset on the
trip unit 1-Form C contact (Table 6.9).
Table 6.9. Bell Alarm Switches
Switch Configuration Cat. No.
One single pole, double throw switch
(1-Form C contact)
Charging Spring Status Indicator
Factory-installed on the motor, this auxiliary switch indicates
that the circuit breaker is charged and is standard with the
spring-charging motor.
Inputs and outputs to the circuit breaker are wired through
secondary disconnects located on the top of the breaker.
The plug-style secondary disconnects engage mating
disconnects in the breaker cubicle when the breaker is in the
TEST or CONNECT position. Up to 39 points are available so
that all breaker accessories can be wired to dedicated
disconnect points. See Table 6.10 for block location and
Table 6.11 for secondary disconnect parts.
Table 6.10. Block Location
Carriage Position Switch (TOC)
Available as an option for mounting within the base of the
cassette/substructure, the carriage position switch provides
Table 6.11. Secondary Disconnect Parts
Breaker Type Mounting Number of
changeover contacts for electrical indication of the circuit
breaker status: CONNECTED & TEST. This option is in addition
to the mechanical indicators, which are fitted as standard.
Set contains both the male and female sides of the secondary
When installed, the carriage switch is IP2X protected and
includes wiring to a terminal block located on the left side of
the cassette (Table 6.8).
Drawout kits include the metal bracket for connections to the cassette.
Ensure the circuit breaker has been tripped, indicating
OFF, and the main springs are fully discharged before
installing accessories.
Failure to comply with these instructions will result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING
IMPROPER INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND
MAINTENANCE
Ensure only qualified personnel install, operate, service
and maintain all electrical equipment.
Failure to comply with these instructions could
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
PERSONAL INJURY
Avoid risk of injury from moving parts while
handling the breaker.
Failure to comply with these instructions could
result in death or serious injury.
2. Pull the charging handle while easing the cover
upwards .
MOTOR OPERATOR - SPRING CHARGING UNIT
INSTALLATION
1. Slide the coupling bushing onto the camshaft.
2. Place the gearbox bearing onto the protruding motor
drive shaft, pushing it home until flush with the
mechanism sideplate. If it does not move easily to the
flush position, pull the charging handle gently down to
ease movement.
3. Mount the device using three M5 bolts through the
holes provided in the gearbox endplate, torque to
7 N m.
4. Manually charge the closing springs and carefully locate
the plastic switch actuator over the protruding drive
shaft (Fig. 7.2), ensuring the switch operating arm is
correctly positioned (switch arm should be in the ‘cut
out’ portion of the motor switch actuator.
Figure 7.2. Motor Switch Actuator
CAUTION
PRODUCT DAMAGE
Ensure circuit breaker and its accessories are
always used within their designated ratings.
Failure to comply with these instructions may result
in product damage.
CIRCUIT BREAKER FRONT COVER REMOVAL
Required for most accessory installation.
1. Remove the six mounting screws (Fig. 7.1).
Figure 7.1. Front Cover
5. Use a M8 nylock nut to mount the motor switch
actuator onto the shaft end, torque to 14.5 N m.
6. Connect the motor connector on to the motor harness.
7. Connect the remaining ground wire from the filter to
the grounding point on the rear of the motor body.
Reverse the above procedure to remove the motorized
spring charging unit
Mounted on the left-hand side of the cassette for all frames.
No fasteners are required. To insert, feed the wires through
the large opening on the side of the cassette. Seat the
carriage position switch in the front side of the hole first.
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Then use this as a pivot and ensure that all four tabs lock in
place (Fig. 7.6).
Figure 7.6. Carriage Position Switch Location
CLUSTERS (PRIMARY DISCONNECT FINGERS)
Clusters are the main isolating contacts which are installed
on the rear terminals on the withdrawable circuit breaker.
Cluster contacts may be easily and quickly removed and
replaced using cluster pliers (Figs. 7.7 and 7.8).
Figure 7.7. ClustersFigure 7.8. Cluster Pliers
Clusters are mounted vertically through cluster pads for
different frame sizes. The slot is provided on the terminals
for locking the clusters. For higher current and short circuit
ratings, the clusters are assembled in parallel.
MECHANICAL BELL ALARM CONTACT INSTALLATION
1. Remove the front cover.
2. Remove the trip unit.
3. Install the mechanical trip alarm as shown in Fig. 7.9.
Figure 7.9. Mechanical Trip Alarm
5. Replace the front cover.
6. Connect the wires via the plug connectors to the
respective locations of the secondary disconnect
contacts A33, A34 and A35.
7. Replace the front cover.
REJECTION FEATURE
This factory-installed, pin and gate device prevents the
insertion of a circuit breaker into a cassette if the nominal
rating of the breaker is incompatible with that of the
cassette and its ancillary equipment.
Figure 7.11. Rejection Feature
A Pin block assembly
Fig. 7.12 shows the corresponding restrainer assembly
mounted on the cassette. There are two of these assemblies,
one on each side of the cassette and the breaker.
Figure 7.12 Corresponding Restrainer
4. Connect the wires via the plug connectors to the
respective locations of the secondary isolating
contacts A33, A34 and A35 (Fig. 7.10).
SECTION 8 – MAINTENANCE, TESTING AND
TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING
IMPROPER INSTALLATION, OPERATION, SERVICE AND
MAINTENANCE
Ensure only qualified personnel install, operate, service
and maintain all electrical equipment.
Failure to comply with these instructions could result
in death or serious injury.
MAINTENANCE
DANGER
ELECTROCUTION
Ensure the circuit breaker has been tripped, indicating
OFF, and the main springs are fully discharged when
performing circuit breaker maintenance.
Failure to comply with these instructions will result in
death or serious injury.
The back edge of each contact tip should line up with the
outer edge of the marked area on the wear indicator. As the
contacts erode, the gap between the back of the contact tip
and the rear housing becomes smaller. If the back edge of
the contact tip crosses into the marked area, the tip is
heavily eroded, and it needs to be replaced (Fig. 8.1).
Figure 8.1. Contact Gap
1. Remove the arc chamber assemblies as shown in Fig.
8.2.
Figure 8.2. Arc Chamber Assembly Removal
WARNING
PERSONAL INJURY
Avoid risk of injury from moving parts while handling
the circuit breaker.
Failure to comply with these instructions could result
in death or serious injury.
Inspection Schedule
Normal working conditions:
- Annually, or
- Following interruption of a short circuit, or
- After repeated high value overload faults.
Dusty/polluted environments:
- Every six months, or
- Following interruption of a short circuit, or
- After repeated high value overload faults.
Cleaning Procedure
1. Inspect external surfaces for dust/dirt.
2. Clean with compressed air and dry cloth.
Contact Wear Indicator Inspection (GCNTW)
The contact wear indicator indicates the condition of the
contact tip when the circuit breaker is viewed in the closed
condition from the top side. It indicates the relative position
of the back edge of each contact tip with the area marked
on the wear indicator.
2. Insert the wear indicator in each pole as shown in Fig 8.3.
Figure 8.3. Wear Indicator Insertion
3. View the back end of finger with the arcing contact edge
with respect to the marked area on the wear indicator.
The marked area indicates the allowable erosion for
main tips (Fig. 8.4).
Table 8.1 reviews common problems, their possible cause(s) and solution(s). If problems persist please contact our Post Sales
Service Department at 1-888-GERESOLVE (1-888-437-3765).
Table 8.1. Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Breaker won’t close.
Breaker closes then opens
instantaneously.
Circuit breaker won’t rack into
cassette.
Cannot insert racking handle.
Circuit breaker will not go into
the DISCONNECTED position.
Breaker is between CONNECTED, TEST
and DISCONNECTED positions.
Bell alarm has not been reset.
Interlocks installed.
Racking handle inserted.
Breaker information module connector
is not inserted.
Ensure breaker is pushed fully from the
maintenance position to
DISCONNECTED.
Racking drive not in DISCONNECTED
position.
Shutter padlocks are installed.
Key locks are installed.
Circuit breaker is incorrect for given
cassette.
Rack circuit breaker to CONNECTED, TEST or
DISCONNECTED remove racking handle and close
circuit breaker.
Push BELL ALARM button on trip unit and close
circuit breaker.
Remove interlocks.
Remove handle and close circuit breaker.
Check operational diagram and trip the relevant
circuit breaker.
Insert breaker information module connector to
breaker information module.
Push breaker into DISCONNECTED position.
Ensure racking drive is in DISCONNECTED
position.
Remove padlocks and/or operate key locks.
Ensure circuit breaker and cassette go together.
ENTELLIGUARD
®
E PUBLICATIONS
To download publications like those shown below, visit www.geelectrical.com.
Publications Pub #
Entellisys 5.0 Application Guide DET-838
Entellisys 5.0 User Guide DEH-501
Bell Alarm w/ Lockout DEH-41409
Shunt Trip DEH-41411
Remote Close Accessory Close Coil DEH-41412
Motor Operator DEH-41413
Aux Switch DEH-41415
Network Interlock DEH-41461*
Remote Racking Operator DEH-41467
Clusters (Primary Disconnect Fingers) DEH-41460
Key Interlock (cassette) DEH-41500
Contact Wear Indicator DEH-41382
* Secondary disconnect status switch location is different for EntelliGuard E breaker. Status switch position is A33,A34 & A35.