PowerPact™ H-, J-, and L-Frame Circuit Breakers with
MicroLogic™ Trip Units—User Guide
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Instruction Bulletin
Boletín de instrucciones
Directives d'utilisation
48940-313-01
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PowerPact™ H-, J-, and L-Frame Circuit
Breakers with MicroLogic™ Trip Units—User
Guide
Class 0611
Instruction Bulletin
48940-313-01
Rev. 02, 01/2020
Retain for future use.
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PowerPact™ H-, J-, and L-Frame Circuit Breakers with MicroLogic™ Trip Units—User Guide
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
Hazard Categories and Special Symbols
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Read these instructions carefully and look at the equipment to become familiar with
the device before trying to install, operate, service or maintain it. The following
special messages may appear throughout this bulletin or on the equipment to warn
of potential hazards or to call attention to information that clarifies or simplifies a
procedure.
The addition of either symbol to a “Danger” or “Warning” safety label indicates that
an electrical hazard exists which will result in personal injury if the instructions are
not followed.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury
or death.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, can
result in death or serious injury.
Please Note
FCC Notice
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, can
result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE, used without the safety alert symbol, indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, can result in property damage.
NOTE: Provides additional information to clarify or simplify a procedure.
Electrical equipment should be installed, operated, serviced, and maintained only
by qualified personnel. No responsibility is assumed by Schneider Electric for any
consequences arising out of the use of this material.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designated to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his
own expense.
PowerPact™ H-, J-, and L-frame circuit breakers offer a wide choice of fieldinstallable functions.
Figure 1 – PowerPact H-Frame Circuit Breaker
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A. Toggle Switch
B. Rotary Handles
C. Motor Operator
D. Associated Equipment
E. MicroLogic™ Trip Units
F. Vigi Earth-Leakage Protection Module (PowerPact L-Frame Only)
G. MicroLogic Trip Unit Auxiliaries
H. MicroLogic Test Interface
The faceplate on the front of the circuit breaker identifies the circuit breaker and its
characteristics:
A. Circuit breaker type
B. Circuit breaker disconnector symbol
C. Interruption ratings
D. Standards
: Operating voltage per IEC
E. U
e
: Ultimate breaking capacity per IEC
F. I
cu
: Service breaking capacity per IEC
G. I
cs
H. U
I.U
: Rated impulse withstand voltage per IEC
imp
: Insulation voltage per IEC
i
J. Listing marks
NOTE: For extended rotary handles, open the door to view the faceplate label.
MicroLogic™ Trip Units
The PowerPact H-, J-, and L-frame family of circuit breakers use the MicroLogic
electronic trip units. The range of these MicroLogic trip units consists of two
families of electronic trip units.
•Standard MicroLogic 1, 2 and 3 trip units without display provide the following
functions:
— Dials to set protection settings.
— MicroLogic 3 trip units protect conductors in commercial and industrial
electrical distribution.
— MicroLogic 2 M trip units protect motor-feeders on standard applications.
The trip units calculate the thermal trip curves assuming self-cooled
motors.
For information on the standard MicroLogic 1, 2, and 3 trip units, see bulletin
48940-310-01, MicroLogic™ 1, 2, and 3 Electronic Trip Units—User Guide.
•Advanced MicroLogic 5 and 6 trip units with display provide the following
functions:
— Protecting the electrical distribution system or specific applications
— Metering instantaneous and demand values for electrical quantities
— Kilowatt hour metering
— Operating information (such as peak demand values, customized alarms,
or operation counters)
— Communication
For information on the advanced MicroLogic 5 and 6 trip units, see bulletin
48940-312-01, MicroLogic™ 5 and 6 Electronic Trip Units—User Guide.
The dial positions on the front set the circuit breaker pickup settings.
Figure 3 – Trip Unit Dials
Trip Unit Settings
MicroLogic 3 Electronic Trip
MicroLogic 5 Electronic Trip
A. Sensor rating In
B. Protection setting dials
The circuit breaker trip unit settings must satisfy the requirements of the
performance and installation diagram (see “Startup” on page 93).
For MicroLogic 5 and 6 electronic trip units, read all settings on the display unit (see
“MicroLogic 5 (LSI) and 6 (LSIG) Electronic Trip Units” on page 69).
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Handle Position
The handle position indicates the state of the circuit breaker:
Standard HandleRotary HandleMotor Operator
• I (ON): Circuit breaker closed.
Close manually.
• O (OFF): Circuit breaker open.
Open manually.
• Trip or Tripped: Circuit breaker tripped.
Tripped by the protection (trip unit or trip auxiliaries), the
push-to-trip button, or the UTA tester.
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Load Indication
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Circuit breakers equipped with a MicroLogic 5 or 6 trip unit provide precise
information of the state of the circuit breaker or the installation. This information can
be used for the management and maintenance of the installation.
For example, if the pre-alarm or alarm indicator is lit, performing load shedding may
prevent tripping due to circuit breaker overload.
Figure 4 – Load Indication
A. The Ready LED (green) blinks slowly when the electronic trip unit is ready to
provide protection.
B. The overload pre-alarm LED (orange) shows a steady light when the load
exceeds 90% of the I
C. The overload alarm LED (red) shows a steady light when the load exceeds
105% of the I
setting.
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setting.
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Remote Indication
Information is available remotely:
•from the indication contacts
•by using a communication bus
These indication auxiliaries are field installable.
POTENTIAL COMPROMISE OF SYSTEM AVAILABILITY, INTEGRITY, AND
CONFIDENTIALITY
• Change default passwords at first use to help prevent unauthorized access to
device settings, controls and information.
• Disable unused ports/services and default accounts to help minimize pathways
for malicious attackers.
• Place networked devices behind multiple layers of cyber defenses (such as
firewalls, network segmentation, and network intrusion detection and
protection.
• Use cybersecurity best practices (for example, least privilege, separation of
duties) to help prevent unauthorized exposure, loss, modification of data and
logs, or interruption of services.
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Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or
equipment damage.
For more details on the remote indication and communication options, see
“Summary Tables of Auxiliaries” on page 52 and refer to bulletin
48940-312-01, MicroLogic™ 5 and 6 Electronic Trip Units—User Guide.
PowerPact H-, J-, and L-frame circuit breakers offer positive contact indication and
are suitable for isolation in accordance with standards IEC 60947-1 and 2. The O
(OFF) position of the actuator is sufficient to isolate the circuit breaker concerned.
The following marking on the faceplate label indicates the circuit breaker is capable
of isolation:
To confirm this capability, standards IEC 60947-1 and 2 require specific shock
withstand tests.
H-, J-, and L-frame circuit breakers can be locked in the O (OFF) position to allow
work to be carried out with the power off in accordance with installation rules. The
circuit breaker can only be locked in the open position if the circuit breaker is in the
O (OFF) position.
NOTE: Locking a circuit breaker in the open position is sufficient to isolate the
circuit breaker.
The locking devices depend on the type of actuator:
•For circuit breakers with handles, see “Locking Accessories” on page 16.
•For circuit breakers with rotary handles, see “Locking Accessories” on page 25
and “Locking the Extended Rotary Handle” on page 26.
•For circuit breakers with motor operators, see “Locking Accessories” on
page 32.
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Maintenance and Servicing Work on Installation
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH
• Apply appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safe
electrical work practices. See NFPA 70E, CSA Z462, NOM 029-STPS or local
equivalent.
• This equipment must only be installed and serviced by qualified electrical
personnel.
• Turn off all power supplying this equipment before working on or inside
equipment.
• Always use a properly rated voltage sensing device to confirm power is off.
• Replace all devices, doors and covers before turning on power to this
equipment.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.
Turn off all power supplying the equipment before working on or inside equipment.
For a partial powering down of the installation, the installation and safety rules
require clearly labeling and isolating the feed being worked on.
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CAUTION
CAUTION
Maintenance Work following Trip Fault
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HAZARD OF CLOSING ON ELECTRICAL FAULT
Do not close the circuit breaker again without first inspecting and, if necessary,
repairing the downstream electrical equipment.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or equipment
damage.
The fact that a protection has tripped does not remedy the cause of the fault on the
downstream electrical equipment.
After a fault trip:
1. Isolate the feed (see “Maintenance and Servicing Work on Installation” on
page 11) before inspecting the downstream electrical equipment.
2. Look for the cause of the fault.
3. Inspect and, if necessary, repair the downstream equipment.
4. Inspect the equipment in the event of a short-circuit trip.
5. Close the circuit breaker again.
Checking Settings
Testing Circuit Breaker
For more information about troubleshooting and restarting following a fault, see “In
the Event of a Trip” on page 98.
Checking settings does not require any particular precautions. However, a qualified
person must do the checks.
HAZARD OF NUISANCE TRIPPING
Protection tests must only be done by trained electrical personnel.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or equipment
damage.
When testing circuit breaker trip mechanisms, precautions must be taken:
•to not disrupt operations.
•to not trip inappropriate alarms or actions.
For example, tripping the circuit breaker with the push-to-trip button or with test
software can lead to inappropriate fault indications or corrective actions (such as
switching to a replacement power source).
Move the handle to the I (ON)
position to close the circuit breaker.
I (ON)
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DANGER
Locking the Circuit Breaker
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Locking Accessories
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH
When circuit breaker handle is locked OFF (O), always use a properly rated
voltage sensing device to confirm power is off before working on equipment.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.
Use locking accessories to lock the handle in the I (ON) or O (OFF) position.
Table 3 – Locking Accessories
AccessoryPadlocks
Use up to three padlocks (not
Accessory that is part of the case
supplied) 0.2–0.3 in. (5–8 mm) in
diameter
Use up to three padlocks (not
Accessory that is detachable
supplied) 0.2–0.3 in. (5–8 mm) in
diameter
NOTE: Locking the handle in the I (ON) position does not disable the circuit
breaker protection functions. If there is a fault, the circuit breaker trips without
altering its performance. When unlocked, the handle moves to the tripped position.
To return the circuit breaker to service, see “Open, Close, and Reset” on page 13.
Locking a Circuit Breaker with Direct Rotary Handle
NOTE: Locking the rotary handle in the I (ON) position does not disable the circuit
breaker protection functions. If there is a fault, the circuit breaker still trips. When
unlocked, the handle moves to the Trip position. To return the circuit breaker to
service, follow the resetting instructions (see “Resetting after a Trip” on page 18).
Locking AccessoriesLock handle with up to three padlocks (not supplied) or a keylock.
Table 7 – Locking Accessories
AccessoryLock
Lock handle with up to
Padlocking (standard) only in
the O (OFF) position
three padlocks (not
supplied) with shackle
diameters of 5–8 mm.
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Padlocking (after modification
to the rotary handle during
installation) in the two positions
I (ON) and O (OFF)
Keylocking with a Profalux
Ronis® lock (optional).
The device can be locked in the
O (OFF) position only or in the
O (OFF) and I (ON) position,
depending on the bolt chosen.
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Door Locking The direct rotary handle locks the door closed when the circuit breaker is on.
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HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH
Disabling the door lock must be done only by trained electrical personnel.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.
Figure 11 – Door Locking with Direct Rotary Handle
The direct rotary handle locks the door in
the closed position when the circuit
breaker is in the I (ON) position.
Temporarily
disable this lock
to open the door.
Preventing Circuit Breaker
Closing When the Door Is
Open
Non-Interlocked Door
Option
Seals Use sealing accessories to prevent circuit breaker operations.
The door locking device can also prevent moving the direct rotary handle to the I
(ON) position when the door is open.
Omitting the lock requires modifying the extended rotary handle (see instructions
shipped with the rotary handle). In this case, the functions for door locking and
preventing the circuit breaker from being closed when the door is open are
inoperative.
Locking a Circuit Breaker with Direct Rotary Handle
NOTE: Locking the rotary handle in the I (ON) position does not disable the circuit
breaker protection functions. If there is a fault, the circuit breaker still trips. When
unlocked, the handle moves to the Trip position. To return the circuit breaker to
service, follow the resetting instructions (see “Resetting after a Trip” on page 18).
Locking AccessoriesThe extended rotary handle offers several locking functions to:
•Prevent the door opening
•Prevent the rotary handle operating
Some locking functions can be disabled on different adaptations.
Locking the Door
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH
Disabling the door lock must be done only by trained electrical personnel.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.
Figure 12 – Door Locking with Extended Rotary Handle
The extended rotary handle locks the
door in the I (ON) position as
standard.
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Temporarily disable this lock to
open the door.
Omitting this lock requires modifying the extended rotary handle (see instruction
shipped with the extended rotary handle).
Example: An application includes a circuit breaker for a switchboard incoming
supply and several receiver circuit breakers with extended rotary handles installed
behind the same door. Locking the door with a single rotary handle (incoming
supply circuit breaker) simplifies maintenance work on the switchboard.
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Locking the Extended
Rotary Handle
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The handle can be locked with up to three padlocks (not supplied) or keylock.
NOTE: Locking the rotary handle in the I (ON) position does not disable the circuit
breaker protection functions. If there is a fault, the circuit breaker still trips. When
unlocked, the handle moves to the Trip position. To return the circuit breaker to
service, follow the resetting instructions (see “Resetting after a Trip” on page 18).
.
Table 10 – Locking Accessories
AccessoryLock
Padlocking (standard) only in the
O (OFF) position. Padlocking the
rotary handle prevents the door
opening.
Padlocking (after modification to the
rotary handle during installation) in the
two positions I (ON) and O (OFF)
There is a choice of two options
when locking the rotary handle in
the I (ON) position:
• Standard with the door opening
locked.
• As an option, door is not
interlocked, and locking the
rotary handle does not stop the
door from opening.
Lock handle with up to three
padlocks (not supplied) with
shackle diameters of 5–
8 mm.
Lock handle with up to three
padlocks (not supplied) with
shackle diameters of 5–
8 mm.
Key-Operated Locking
Procedure
Keylocking with a Profalux or
Ronis lock (optional).
Lock the device in the O (OFF)
position only or in the O (OFF) and
I (ON) positions depending on the
bolt chosen.
A Profalux or Ronis lock is
field installable. Keylocking
can be used at the same
time as padlocking.
Keylocking can be done with circuit breaker in either the O (OFF) or the I (ON)
position.
Table 11 – Keylocking
Step
1Open the door.
2
3Close the door.
Action (Circuit Breaker in the O (OFF)
Position)
Use the keylock mounted on the case inside
the switchboard to lock the rotary handle.
Action (Circuit Breaker in the I (ON)
Position)
Open the door by disabling the door locking
device if necessary.
Use the keylock mounted on the case inside
the switchboard to lock the rotary handle.
Close the door, disabling the door locking
device if necessary.
•Motor operator, which can open and close a circuit breaker remotely with
electrical commands (using pushbuttons)
•Communicating motor operator, which can open and close a circuit breaker
remotely using the communication bus
Circuit Breaker Face
The main controls, operation indicators, settings, and locking mechanisms are on
the front of an electrically-operated circuit breaker (with motor operator).
Figure 13 – Motor-Operated Circuit Breaker Face
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A. Faceplate Label
B. Stored energy control in manual mode
C. Main contacts position indicator
D. Control position indicator
E. Padlocking in O (OFF) position
F. Manual/automatic operating mode selector
G. Keylocking in O (OFF) position
(J-frame only)
H. Sealing accessory
I. Closing (I) and opening (O)
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Front Indications
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Two operation indicators on the front of the trip unit show the position and state of
the motor operator.
Table 12 – Front Indications
IndicatorShows
• I (ON) position
Main contacts position indicator:
• O (OFF) or tripped position
Note: Use the SD or SDEswitch to distinguish the tripped position from the O (OFF) position.
• Stored energy control charged
Control charge indicator:
• Stored energy control discharged
NOTE: Stored energy control only provides the necessary energy for the circuit breaker closing switch.
The circuit breaker mechanism supplies the energy for tripping.
Manu/Auto Selector
The Manu/Auto button selects operating mode.
Table 13 – Manu/Auto Button
In automatic operating mode, only electrical commands are
executed.
In manual operating mode, all electrical commands are ignored.
Open, Close, and Reset Circuit Breakers with Motor Operator
HAZARD OF REPEATED CLOSING ON ELECTRICAL FAULT
Do not modify the motor operator wiring.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or equipment
damage.
The motor operator can open and close a circuit breaker remotely with electrical
commands. There are many applications:
•Automation of electrical distribution to optimize operating costs
•Normal/standby source changeover: changes over to a replacement source to
improve continuity of service
•Load shedding/reconnection to optimize tariff-based contracts
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Wire the motor operator in strict accordance with the motor operator wiring diagram
in Appendix A.
In automatic operating mode, wiring the SDE contact prevents the circuit breaker
from resetting automatically on an electrical fault. For more details on the SDE
contact, see “Indication Contacts” on page 40.
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3. Reset the stored energy control. There are three reset modes, depending on
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the wiring diagram (see motor operator wiring diagrams in Appendix A):
— Automatic reset
— Remote reset using the pushbutton
— Manual reset by operating the handle
The circuit breaker opens in the O (OFF) position:
— The contact position indicator (E) stays on O (OFF)
— The charge indicator (F) changes to charged
Resetting after a Fault Trip
HAZARD OF CLOSING ON ELECTRICAL FAULT
Do not close the circuit breaker again without first inspecting and, if necessary,
repairing the downstream electrical equipment.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or equipment
damage.
NOTE: The fact that a protection has tripped does not remedy the cause of the
fault on the downstream electrical equipment.
Resetting after a fault trip can only be done locally. When operating in automatic
mode, return to manual operation to reset the circuit breaker.
To reset after a fault trip:
1. Isolate the feed (see “Maintenance and Servicing Work on Installation” on
page 11) before inspecting the downstream electrical equipment.
2. Look for the cause of the fault.
3. Inspect and, if necessary, repair the downstream equipment.
4. Inspect the equipment in the event of a short-circuit trip.
5. Reset and close the circuit breaker.
Figure 16 – Resetting After a Fault Trip
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B
A
Automatic operation:
1. Move the operating mode selector to the manual position (Manu).
2. Reset the stored energy control by operating the handle (eight times). The
charge indicator changes to charged (B) and the internal mechanism goes from
the Tripped position to the O (OFF) position (A).
3. Lock the circuit breaker and look for the cause of the fault.
4. Move the position selector back to automatic (Auto).
1. Reset the stored energy control by operating the handle (eight times).
2. The charge indicator changes to charged (B) and the internal mechanism goes
from the Tripped position to the O (OFF) position (A).
3. Lock the circuit breaker and look for the cause of the fault.
Open, Close, and Reset Circuit Breakers with Com Motor Operator
HAZARD OF REPEATED CLOSING ON ELECTRICAL FAULT
Do not modify the wiring schemata for the motor operator.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or equipment damage.
Manage the communicating motor operator with the communication bus.
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Manual Operation: Opening,
Closing, and Resetting
Locally
Automatic Operation:
Opening, Closing, and
Resetting Remotely
Change default passwords at first use to help prevent unauthorized access to
device settings, controls and information.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or
equipment damage.
For this function, it is necessary to:
•Install a Breaker Status Control Module (BSCM, see “BSCM” on page 44) and
the NSX Cord (see “NSX Cord” on page 49)
•Use a communicating motor operator
Connect the BSCM module to the communication bus by the NSX Cord:
•To receive closing, opening, and reset commands from the circuit breaker
•To transmit the circuit breaker states: O (OFF), I(ON), Tripped by SDE
NOTE: The communicating motor operator has a separate bulletin (see catalog
0611CT1001, PowerPact H-, J-, and L-Frame 15 to 600 A Circuit Breakers)
The process is the same as the standard motor operator, see 29.
The process is the same as the standard motor operator, see 29.
Resetting After a Fault TripWithout modifying the factory configuration, the process is the same as the
standard motor operator (see 30).
Reconfiguration of the BSCM module (see “Configuring the Resetting of the
Communicating Motor Operator” on page 48) authorizes remote resetting after a
fault trip on a circuit breaker with the communicating motor operator. The precise
data on the cause of the electrical fault, transmitted by MicroLogic 5 and 6 trip units
through the communication bus, enables the operator to make this decision.
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Safety During Disconnection
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Table 17 – Disconnection
The auxiliary circuits automatically disconnect because of the
connectors located on the base and at the rear of the circuit
breaker.
Open the circuit breaker before disconnecting it.
If the circuit breaker is in the I (ON) position when disconnecting,
a safety mechanism trips the circuit breaker before the pins
disconnect.
Connection
Table 18 – Connection Procedure
StepAction
1Switch the circuit breaker to the O (OFF) position.
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Safety During Connection
Open the circuit breaker before connecting it. If the circuit breaker is in the closed (I
ON) position when connecting, a safety mechanism ensures that the poles open
automatically by tripping the circuit breaker before the pins connect.
The auxiliary circuits automatically disconnect because of the connectors located
on the base and at the rear of the circuit breaker.
Protection Against Direct Contact with Power Circuits
An adapter enables the base to take the same isolation and connection
accessories as the unit-mount circuit breaker.
Table 19 – Base Protection Against Direct Contact
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Circuit Breaker Connected
Circuit Breaker Removed
IP40 with terminal shields
IP20 base only
IP40 base equipped with terminal shields and blanking covers
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Drawout Circuit Breaker
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Use the drawout chassis with all circuit breaker types:
•With handle
•With rotary handle
•With motor operator
Disconnection
Table 20 – Disconnection Procedure
StepAction
1
2
3
Switch the circuit breaker to the open
(O OFF) position.
Move both locking levers down as far as
they can go.
Push down both operating handles at the
same time until you hear a double click from
the locking levers (as the locking levers
return to their original position).
The circuit breaker is disconnected.
Safety During Disconnection
The auxiliary circuits can be:
•Automatically disconnected because of the connectors located on the chassis
•Left connected for a circuit breaker with a manual auxiliary connector (see
Open the circuit breaker before disconnecting it. If the circuit breaker is in the
closed (I ON) position when disconnecting, a safety mechanism ensures that the
poles open automatically by tripping the circuit breaker before the pins disconnect.
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Connection
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Table 22 – Connection Procedure
StepAction
Switch the circuit breaker to the open (O OFF)
position.
1
2Move both locking levers forward.
Move both operating handles down to the low
position on the chassis.
Push in the circuit breaker until you hear a click
from the locking levers.
3Raise both locking levers at the same time.
Safety During Connection
Open the circuit breaker before connecting it. If the circuit breaker is in the closed (I
ON) position when connecting, a safety mechanism ensures that the poles open
automatically by tripping the circuit breaker before the pins connect.
Protection of the Chassis from Direct Contact
Use blanking plates to protect the chassis from direct contact.
Table 23 – Chassis Protection from Direct Contact
Circuit Breaker Disconnected or
Removed
Auxiliary Circuit Test with Circuit Breaker Disconnected
Figure 17 – Circuit Breaker
Disconnected
The auxiliary circuit test function is possible with devices which have manual
auxiliary connectors.
In the disconnected position, operate the device (by the actuator or push-to-trip
button) to check whether the auxiliary circuits are working correctly.
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NC NO
Indication Contacts
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Characteristics of Indication Contacts
Indication contacts are either under the front face of the circuit breaker, under the
motor operator, or in the rotary handle. Installation is in a compartment isolated
from the power circuits. There are three types:
•Standard contact
•Low-level contact
•Solid-state output for SDx and SDTAM Modules
Standard and Low-Level Contacts
Standard and low-level contacts are the common point changeover type.
Figure 19 – Contacts
NC: Normally Closed contact
NO: Normally Open contact
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Table 25 – Standard and Low-Level Contacts
Name Definition
OF
SD
SDE
SDV
Changeover
The NO contact is normally open when the circuit breaker is in the O (OFF) position.
Trip indication
The SD contact indicates that the circuit breaker has tripped due to:
• Long-time protection
• Short-time protection
• Ground-fault protection
• An earth-leakage fault detected by the Vigi module
• Operation of the MX or MN voltage releases
• Operation of the push-to-trip button
• Connecting/Disconnecting the circuit breaker
• Manually opening the motor operator
Electrical fault indication
The SDE contact indicates that the circuit breaker has tripped on an electrical fault due to:
• Long-time protection
• Short-time protection
• Ground-fault protection
• An earth-leakage fault detected by the Vigi module
Earth-leakage fault indication (tripped by Vigi)
The SDV contact indicates that the circuit breaker has tripped due to an earth-leakage fault
detected by the Vigi module. Available on L-frame circuit breakers only.
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NOTE: One indicator contact model provides OF, SD, SDE, and SDV indication
functions. The position of the contact inside the case determines the function (OF,
SD, or SDE contacts).
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Default Output Assignment
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The functions offered by the SDx Module outputs depend on the type of trip unit
installed with the module:
•For all MicroLogic trip units, output 1 (SD2/OUT1) is assigned to the thermal
fault indication (SDT) alarm. This alarm indicates that the long-time protection
was the cause of the trip.
•Output 2 (SD4/OUT2) is only available with MicroLogic 5 and 6.
— For MicroLogic 5 trip units, it is assigned to the long-time pre-alarm (PAL I
Alarm activated as soon as the current in the load reaches 90% Ir or higher.
— For MicroLogic 6 trip units, it is assigned to the ground-fault indication
alarm (SDG).
NOTE: Outputs SDT and SDG return automatically to their initial state when the
device closes.
Reconfiguring the SDx Module Outputs
SDx outputs can be reconfigured on site as follows:
Reconfigure Outputs 1 (SD2/OUT1) and 2 (SD4/OUT2) on site:
•Using only MicroLogic 5 and 6 trip units
•Using the UTA Tester
•Using the RSU software
For more details on the list of alarms and configuration options using the RSU
software, see “UTA Tester Connected to a Computer with RSU Software” on
page 86 and bulletin 48940-312-01, MicroLogic 5 and 6 Electronic Trip Units - User Guide.
Figure 21 – SDx Outputs
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r
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The operating mode of the outputs can be configured:.
•Without latching
•With latching (the return to the initial state takes place using the communication
bus or the MicroLogic keypad)
•Time-delayed without latching (the return to the initial state takes place at the
end of the time delay)
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•Forced to the closed state (the return to the initial state takes place through the
communication bus or the MicroLogic keypad)
•Forced to the open state (the return to the initial state takes place through the
communication bus or the MicroLogic keypad)
SDTAM Module (MicroLogic 2 M and 6 E-M)
Circuit breakers with a MicroLogic 2 M or 6 E-M trip unit designed to protect motors
can take the SDTAM Module. The SDTAM Module receives data from the
MicroLogic trip unit through a fiber optic link and makes available two inverted solid
state outputs assigned to manage tripping due to overload.
Figure 22 – SDTAM Module
SDTAM
The SDTAM Module cannot be installed at the same time as an MN/MX release
and OF contact. Connect the SDTAM Module and the two solid state outputs in
strict accordance with the wiring diagram.
The characteristics of the SDTAM Module solid state outputs are:
•Voltage: 24–415 Vac/Vdc
•Current:
— Active outputs: 80 mA max
— Idle outputs: 0.25 mA
Output 2 (SD4/OUT2): normally closed, opens the contactor.
Outputs are activated 400 ms before the circuit breaker trips in the case of:
•Long-time protection
•Phase-unbalance protection
•Locked rotor protection (MicroLogic 6 E-M)
•Undercurrent protection (MicroLogic 6 E-M)
Contactor control by the output 2 signal (SD4/OUT2) optimizes continuity of
service. This is also a safety feature because:
•There is a lower risk of motor deterioration.
•Activation of the output means that the application is not working normally.
Abnormal operation is not the result of an anomaly or internal fault in the motorfeeder.
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Table 26 – BSCM Connections
No. Data Medium Data Transmitted Comments
BSCM module
1
microswitches
Connector for the
2
NSX Cord
Connector for the
3
MicroLogic 5 or 6 trip
unit
Connector for the
4
communicating
motor operator
State of OF and SDE contacts
Communication bus and state of SD
contact through the microswitch on
the NSX Cord
Communication bus
Controlling the communicating motor
operator
Status of the communicating motor
operator
The BSCM takes the place of the
auxiliary contacts in the OF and
SDE slots.
The NSX Cord goes in the SD slot
instead of the auxiliary contact.
Only with MicroLogic 5 and 6 trip
units.
Use the connector supplied with
the communicating motor
operator.
The BSCM module cannot be installed at the same time as an OF contact or the
SDE contact.
The BSCM module is field installable.
Setting Up the BSCM
Setting up the BSCM on the communication bus requires no addressing.
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LED indication on the BSCM confirms that the BSCM is working.
Table 27 – BSCM Setup
LED Indication Information
ON: 50 ms/OFF: 950 ms Correct operation
ON: 250 ms/OFF: 250 msAddressing error
ON: 1000 ms/OFF: 1000 msCommunication test (test button on the Modbus Interface Module)
ON: 500 ms/OFF: 500 ms No communication with other modules
ON continuouslyInternal error on the BSCM module
OFF continuously BSCM module powered down
Data Sent and Configuration of the BSCM
To configure the BSCM on site:
•Use the RSU software
•Use a computer connected to the UTA Tester, with the tester connected:
— To the trip unit test port (MicroLogic 5 and 6 trip units)
— Or to the RJ45 socket of a ULP module (Modbus Interface Module IFM or
Front Display Module FDM121)
The BSCM sends data on the operational states of the circuit breaker and its
communicating motor operator (if present) in the tab.
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Figure 25 – BSCM Data
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1. Data made available
for all devices
1
2
3
equipped with a BSCM
2. Additional data made
available to all devices
equipped with a BSCM
and a communicating
motor operator
3. Simplified schematic of
communicating motor
operator.
For more details on the list of alarms and configuration options, see “UTA Tester
Connected to a Computer with RSU Software” on page 86 and bulletin 48940-31201, MicroLogic 5 and 6 Electronic Trip Units—User Guide.
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Data Provided by the BSCM
Table 28 – BSCM Information
Information
All Circuit Breakers with BSCM
Count of the total number of times the circuit breaker opens and closes (count of OF
contact operations).
Count of the total number of times the circuit breaker opens and closes (count of OF
contact operations)
Maximum number of times the device can open and close
Count of the number of fault trips by the circuit breaker (count of SD contact operations)
Count of the number of electrical fault trips by the circuit breaker (count of SDE contact
operations)
Circuit Breakers with BSCM and Communicating Motor Operator
Count of the number of times the communicating motor operator opens
Count of the number of times the communicating motor operator closes
Maximum number of times the communicating motor operator closes
Count of the number of fault trips by the circuit breaker (count of SD contact operations)
Count of the number of times the communicating motor operator resets
1
The user can modify the content of the counter if, for example, the BSCM module is installed or
replaced during operation.
2
Overshooting the threshold results in a medium priority alarm.
To acknowledge the fault, modify the content of the counter or the value of the threshold
Configuring BSCM Thresholds
Table 29 – Configuring the BSCM Thresholds
Can be
Reset
No
1
Yes
1
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
1
2
1
1
1
Yes
2
1
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In the Breaker I/O tab, select the Breaking Status &
Control Module window.
In the Threshold window, indicate the maximum
number of times the device can open and close (for
example, maximum number of operations before level
IV maintenance). See “Maintaining the Circuit Breaker
During Operation” on page 96.
In the Breaker I/O tab, select the Communicating Motor Operator module window (left side).
In the Threshold window, indicate the maximum
number of closures for the communicating motor
operator.
For more details on the indicators for MicroLogic trip
units associated with a BSCM module, see the
MicroLogic 5 and 6 Trip Units - User Guide.
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CAUTION
Configuring the Resetting of the Communicating Motor Operator
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HAZARD OF REPEATED CLOSING ON ELECTRICAL FAULT
Reconfiguring of the BSCM module must be done only by trained electrical
personnel.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or equipment
damage.
In the Breaker I/O tab, select the Communicating Motor Operator Module
window.
Figure 26 – Communicating Motor Operator Window
•Clicking on the blue switch Enable Reset even if SDE on the schematic (the
blue switch closes) authorizes resetting of the mechanism using the
communication bus even after an electrical fault trip.
•Clicking on the blue switch Enable Automatic Reset (the blue switch closes)
authorizes automatic resetting after tripping by the MN, MX release, or push-totrip button.
•Clicking on the two blue switches Enable Reset even if SDE and Enable Automatic Reset (both blue switches close) authorizes automatic resetting
even after an electrical fault trip.
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NSX Cord
The NSX Cord connects a circuit breaker to the communication bus.
The NSX Cord can be used:
•By itself for communicating measurements and settings (only with MicroLogic 5
and 6 trip units)
•With a BSCM:
— For communicating measurements and settings (only with MicroLogic 5
and 6 trip units)
— For communicating states (with standard and advanced trip units)
For more details on integrating H-, J- and L-frame circuit breaker communication
functions, see the ULP system - User Guide and the Modbus - User Guide.
Description, Installation, and Connection
The NSX Cord consists of a junction box, a cable with an RJ45 connector and a
cable equipped with a screw terminal block.
Figure 27 illustrates installation of an NSX Cord:
Figure 27 – NSX Cord
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12 3
NSX Cord used alone
150–250 A
NSX Cord
BSCM Module
400–600 A
NSX Cord and BSCM
150–250 A
400–600 A
Table 30 – NSX Cord Connections
No. Data Medium
1 NSX Cord microswitch
Cable equipped with an RJ45 connector
2
for the Modbus Interface Module or the
Front Display Module FDM121
Internal link to MicroLogic 5 or 6 trip unit
3
or the BSCM module
Data
Transmitted
State of SD
contact
Communication
bus
Communication
bus
Comments
The NSX Cord goes in the SD slot
instead of the auxiliary contact.
Three cable lengths are available:
4.27 ft (1.3 m), 9.84 ft (3.0 m), and
14.7 ft (4.5 m).
With the BSCM module, the NSX
Cord also transmits the circuit
breaker states.
The NSX Cord also provides the 24 Vdc power supply:
•for the MicroLogic 5 or 6 trip unit (without BSCM module)
•for the BSCM module (when this module is installed)
The NSX Cord is field installable.
NOTE: The NSX Cord cannot be installed at the same time as the SD contact.
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Control Auxiliaries
Control and Indication Contacts Installed Outside the Circuit Breaker
Control and indication contacts installed outside the case are contacts for specific
applications (see the PowerPact H-, J-, and L-Frame Circuit Breaker catalog).
Table 32 – Contacts Installed Outside the Circuit Breaker
Early-operation contacts
Install in the rotary handle:
CAM
contacts
Carriage
switches
Figure 28 – Operation of Connected/Disconnected Carriage Switches
• Early-make contacts (CAF1, CAF2) actuate before the poles
close when a circuit breaker manual command is given.
• The early-break changeover contact (CAO1) actuates before
the poles open when a circuit breaker manual command is
given.
Connected (CE)/Disconnected (CD) carriage switches
Install on the chassis to indicate the position of the circuit breaker
in the chassis:
1. Connected position carriage switch (CE)
2. Disconnected position carriage switch (CD)
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Voltage Releases
CE Connected-position carriage switch
CD Disconnected-position carriage switch
Use voltage releases to trip circuit breakers deliberately using an electrical signal.
Install these auxiliaries in the case under the front face.
Table 33 – Voltage Releases
Undervoltage release
This release:
• Trips the circuit breaker when the supply voltage in its control
MN Release
Time-Delay
Unit
MX Release
circuit falls below a value between 0.35 times and 0.7 times
nominal voltage
• Closes the circuit breaker again once the voltage reaches 0.85
times nominal
Use this type of trip unit for fail-safe emergency stops.
Time-delay unit for MN release
The time-delay unit eliminates nuisance tripping of an undervoltage
release due to transient voltage dips lasting < 200 ms.
There are two types of time-delay units: adjustable or fixed.
Shunt trip
This release causes the circuit breaker to open on the appearance
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Other Accessories
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Accessories for Safety
A comprehensive accessories offer is available for H-, J-, and L-frame circuit
breakers. Accessories are field-installable on site to improve safety and ease of
operation.
Figure 29 – Other Safety Accessories
Sealed boot for the
handle, providing IP43
protection on the front
For more details on the accessories offer, see the PowerPact H-, J-, and L-Frame Circuit Breaker catalog.
Summary Tables of Auxiliaries
Slots for Control and Indication Auxiliaries
Figure 30 – H- and J-Frame
Circuit Breaker
Accessory Slots
2
1
5
4
3
Tables 34 and 35 show the possible slots for the auxiliary devices mounted in the
case. Only one auxiliary can be installed per slot. (For further details see catalog
0611CT1001, PowerPact H-, J- and L-Frame Circuit Breakers).
Table 34 – H- and J-Frame Circuit Breaker Accessory Locations
Accessory
Standard remote indication and control auxiliaries
OF1X
OF2X
SDX
SDEX
MNX
MXX
Specific remote indication (MicroLogic trip units)
SDx or SDTAMXX
24 Vdc Power Supply X
Communication
BSMXX
NSX CordX
Communication with Modbus Interface Module (MicroLogic trip unit)
NSX CordXFor MicroLogic trip units only.
Short terminal shields,
providing IP40
protection
Slot
12345
Flexible interphase barriers
improving isolation between
power connections
Comments
For all trip unit types and control types (handle,
rotary handle, or motor operator).
For MicroLogic trip units only.
For sending OF, SDE (BSCM) and SD (NSX
Cord) data to the communication bus.
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Example: The SDx remote indication option cannot be installed at the same time as
an MN or MX release and the OF1 contact.
Available on unit-mount circuit breakers only. Cannot be used with the FWBS lug.
Position of Indication Contacts
X
O
54
NOTE: The indication auxiliary (changeover) contacts are represented in the
switchboard by the state of the Normally Open (NO) contact.
The state of the NO contact is open:
•For NO contacts, when the circuit breaker is in the O (OFF) position
•For SD, SDE, and SDV contacts, when the associated function is not active
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Section 3— Description of Trip Units
This section describes the adjustment, metering, indication, and communication
functions of the MicroLogic™ electronic trip units in the PowerPact™ H-, J-, and Lframe circuit breaker range.
Fault Currents and Trip Units
Applications
Figure 33 – Two Main Types of Applications Requiring Protection
The circuit breaker trip units offer protection for all applications due to the great
flexibility of their settings.
Two types of applications are considered:
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•Electrical distribution protection
•Special protection for receivers (such as motors or transformers) or generators
Fault Currents in Electrical Distribution
There are four types of fault current, divided into two categories:
— Low intensity insulation faults
— High intensity insulation faults
Overcurrent Category The main characteristics and associated risks of the overcurrent category are:
•Overload currents are usually due to problems with excessive loads. For
example, too many loads in a workshop at the same time (heating, lighting,
power) can bring about an electrical distribution overload. The main risks from
overload currents are a gradual deterioration in equipment, or a fire.
•Short-circuit currents are usually due to a deterioration in the system, for
example a short-circuit between two phases in the winding of a motor operating
in severe conditions (vibration, damp, or corrosive atmosphere). The risks
associated with short-circuit currents are equipment damage, a fire, or even an
explosion due to the high energy level at the site of the fault.
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Insulation Fault CategoryInsulation faults can be due to the deterioration of plant, equipment, or conductors
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(for example, operating in damp conditions).
The intensity of such fault currents depends on the ground wiring diagram used.
These currents can be:
•Very low in value, that is, well below the nominal feed current in the system
(leakage currents or residual ground-fault currents)
•High in value, that is, identical to a short-circuit current in the system (groundfault currents)
Any ground-fault current presents a grave risk of electrocution or fire.
Overcurrents Protection in Electrical Distribution
Overcurrent Trip Units H-, J-, and L-frame circuit breaker trip units handle overcurrents (overload currents
and short-circuit currents) and in certain cases ground-fault currents.
•Pickup adjustments are calculated relative to the downstream circuit being
protected.
•Time delay adjustments are calculated in relation to the protection
management (coordination).
NOTE: The protection plan is based on coordination of the protections.
Coordination is achieved by time delays (time-related selectivity) while complying
with ammeter- and power-related selectivity rules.
Standard Settings for
Overcurrent Protection
There are two types of trip units:
•Thermal-magnetic trip units for H- and J-frame circuit breakers
•MicroLogic electronic trip units for H-, J-, and L-frame circuit breakers
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Protecting the Conductors The installation rules closely define the type of protection required, considering:
•Potential overcurrents (overloads and short-circuits)
•Conductors being protected
•Simultaneous cut off of current to all conductors (single-pole breaking)
NOTE: All three of the phase conductors must be protected at all times. In some
special applications, the phase protection can protect the neutral conductor (if it is
distributed and identical to the phases in size, that is, full neutral).
The Neutral Protection The neutral should have specific protection if:
•It is reduced in size compared to the phases
•Nonlinear loads generating third order harmonics are installed
It may be necessary to cut off current to the neutral for functional reasons (multiple
source diagram) or safety reasons (working with power off).
To summarize, the neutral conductor can be:
•Non-distributed (3P)
•Distributed, not cut off, and not protected (3P)
•Distributed, not cut off but protected (3P with ENCT option) (see bulletin 48940312-01, MicroLogic 5 and 6 Electronic Trip Units - User Guide)
•Distributed, cut off, and protected (4P)
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H-, J-, and L-frame circuit breaker trip units are suitable for all protection types.
Table 38 – Circuit Breaker Neutral Protection
Circuit BreakerPossibilities Neutral Protection
3P3P, 3DNone
3P + ENCT
P: Pole D: Trip unit N: Neutral protection
1
Use OSN (Oversized Neutral) protection when high third harmonic (and multiples of the third
harmonic) currents are present. Install OSN protection on MicroLogic 5 and 6 trip units (see bulletin
48940-312-01, MicroLogic 5 and 6 Electronic Trip Units - User Guide).
Protection Against Insulation Faults
Protection against insulation faults is provided by:
•Earth-leakage protection in the case of low intensity fault currents
•Ground-fault protection in the case of high intensity fault currents
3P, 3DNone
3P, 3D + N/2 Half neutral
3P, 3D + N Full neutral
3P, 3D + OSN
The Vigi module, which is external to the trip unit, provides
earth-leakage protection. Install the Vigi module on Lframe circuit breakers equipped with MicroLogic electronic
trip units.
Installation standards require particular sensitivity and trip time values for earthleakage protection:
Table 39 – Values of Δt and IΔn
Type of Protection IΔn Δt Installation Standards
Protection against direct
contact
Fire protection
Protection against indirect
contact
1
Value of Δt for a fault current 10 IΔn
30 mA40 ms
300 mA or
500 mA
IΔn 1 s
40 ms
1
Required
1
Required if necessary
Lowest possible recommended values of
IΔn and Δt (the value of IΔn depends on
the ground resistance)
Ground-Fault Equipment
Protection (G)
Ground-fault equipment protection is incorporated in MicroLogic 6 trip units (see
bulletin 48940-312-01, MicroLogic 5 and 6 Electronic Trip Units - User Guide).
Installation standards require or recommend the pickup and trip time values for
ground-fault protection.
The ground-fault protection system causes the service disconnect to open all
ungrounded conductors of the faulted circuit. The maximum setting of the groundfault protection is 1200 A, and the maximum time delay is one second for groundfault currents equal to or greater than 3000 A.
Protection for Motor-Feeders
Structure of a Motor Feeder Direct-on-line starting is the most widely used type of motor-feeder.
The direct-on-line starting motor-feeder can comprise up to four different items of
switchgear, providing one or more functions. It must also incorporate the specific
characteristics of the application.
To ensure type 2 coordination, standards require three I
fault current tests
d
intended to check that the equipment performs correctly in overload and shortcircuit conditions.
Figure 36 – Overload and Short-Circuit Conditions
1. Overload zone
Id < 10 In
2. Impending short-circuit zone
< Id < 50 In
10 I
n
3. Short-circuit zone
> 50 In
I
d
The four thermal relay trip classes are 5, 10, 20, and 30 (values correspond to the
maximum relay trip time in seconds at 7.2 I
).
n
Table 40 – Trip Class Values
Class1.05 I
5t > 2 h t < 2 h t < 2 min 0.5 s = t = 5 s
10t > 2 h t < 2 h t < 4 min 4 s = t = 10 s
20t > 2 h t < 2 h t < 8 min 6 s = t = 20 s
30t > 2 h t < 2 h t < 12 min 9 s = t = 30 s
n
1.2 I
n
1.5 I
n
7.2 I
n
Classes 5 and 10 are most common. Classes 20 and 30 apply to applications in
which motor starting conditions are difficult.
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may be required concerning:
•Phase unbalance or phase loss
•Locked rotor
•Undercurrent
•Long starts
Motor Circuit Breakers H-, J-, and L-frame motor circuit breakers have MicroLogic Type M electronic trip
units.
Table 41 – Protection Functions by Trip Unit Type
Trip Unit Long-Time
Protection
Protection
Overloads —XX
Short circuits XXX
Insulation faults
(ground-fault protection)
Phase unbalance or phase loss—XX
Locked rotor
Undercurrent
Long starts
MicroLogic 1.3 MMicroLogic 2 MMicroLogic 6 E-M
——X
——
Trip Unit Type
X
X
X
The protection against insulation faults in the MicroLogic 6 E-M trip unit is the
ground-fault protection type. All H-, J-, and L-frame motor circuit breakers have had
Type 1 and 2 coordination tests done with motor-feeder components.
Table 42 – Trip Classes by Trip Unit Type
Class
5—XX
10—XX
20—XX
30——X
The pickup setting I
MicroLogic 1.3 M MicroLogic 2 M MicroLogic 6 E-M
for trip unit long-time protection is in amperes:
r
Trip Unit Type
•This value corresponds to the operating current used in the motor application
Use the Vigi earth-leakage protection module to provide protection against very low
value insulation fault currents. If there is a fault, this earth-leakage protection
module causes the circuit breaker to trip very rapidly by acting directly on the circuit
breaker mechanism.
Earth-leakage protection by the Vigi module is provided for L-frame circuit breakers
by adding a Vigi MB module (low sensitivity)
Vigi Face
The settings and controls are on the front face of the Vigi module.
Figure 38 – Vigi Face
A. Faceplate label
B. Test pushbutton
C. Reset pushbutton
D. Intentional delay adjustment dial: Δt
E. Sensitivity pickup adjustment dial: IΔn
F. Protective cover for settings
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Installation
Install the Vigi module on the trip unit. Use an intermediate terminal shield to
provide protection against direct contact with the circuit breaker downstream
connection block.
Install a Vigi module on circuit breakers with:
•a handle
•a rotary handle
•a motor operator
Install a circuit breaker with Vigi module on a mounting plate, chassis, or base. Vigi
modules cannot be used on I-line circuit breakers or with FWBS lugs.
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2
Insulation and Dielectric Strength Tests
There is a specific procedure for carrying out the insulation and dielectric strength
tests on equipment with a Vigi module (see “Startup” on page 93).
Sealing Accessories for Earth-Leakage Protection
Use sealing accessories to prevent the following operations:
Table 44 – Sealing Accessories
SealDescriptionProhibited Operation
Seals Vigi module fixing screwDismantling of the Vigi module
Seals transparent protective
cover for the settings
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Modification of the Vigi module
settings
This section describes the MicroLogic electronic trip units used on all H-, J-, and Lframe circuit breakers.
Characteristics of MicroLogic Electronic Trip Units
MicroLogic electronic trip units provide the following functions:
•Protection of the electrical distribution or specific applications
•Measurement of instantaneous values and measurement of average values
(demand) for electrical quantities
•Kilowatt hour metering
•Operational assistance (such as peak demand, customized alarms, or
operation counters)
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Motor Trip Units Table 47 defines the protection functions for MicroLogic type M trip units:
Table 47 – Type M MicroLogic Trip Units
Iunbal
tunbal
FLA Min/Max
Ir
Class
Isd
tsd
160/320A
Ii
ParameterDescription
MicroLogic1
2 M6 E-M
FLA Min/Max FLA adjustment range
FLAFull load amp setting—X
ClLong-time protection trip delay
I
sd
t
sd
I
g
t
g
I
unbal
t
unbal
1
Functions
X = Adjustable
O = Fixed
— = Not present
Short-time protection pickup
Short-time protection time delay OO
Ground-fault protection pickup
Ground-fault protection time delay—X
Phase-unbalance protection pickup—X
Phase-unbalance protection time delay—X
FLA
L
S
G
OO
—X
XX
—X
Motor type M trip unit (in particular MicroLogic 6 E-M) also incorporate additional
protection for the motor application. For more details, see the MicroLogic 5 and 6 Trip Units—User Guide.
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Ii
tr
Ir
3.2
Ir (A)tr @ 6 Ir
Ii (x In)
15
60
50
45
40
35
30
25
20
.5
16
16
16
8
4
2
1
1.5
15
12
10
8
6
4
3
2
IHG
A
F
E
D
C
B
In=60A
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Figure 45 – Trip Unit Front Face
Use the MicroLogic 3 electronic trip unit to protect conductors in commercial and
industrial electrical distribution.
The adjustment dials and indications are on the front face.
MicroLogic 3.2
A. Sensor rating I
B. Adjustment dial for long-time protection pickup I
C. Adjustment dial for long-time protection delay t
D. Adjustment dial for instantaneous protection pickup I
E. Trip curve
F. Test port
G. Ready LED (green)
H. Overload pre-alarm LED (orange): 90% I
I. Overload alarm LED (red): 105% Ir The trip unit’s In rating
corresponds to the maximum value of the adjustment range.
Setting the Long-Time
Protection
n
r
r
i
r
Set the long-time protection pickup dial to the value I
amperes on the dial). The maximum setting on the preset dial equals the sensor
rating In.
Set the long-time protection time delay t
3.2S or 3.3S).
The precision range is - 20%, + 0%.
MicroLogic 3.2S
IHG
35
40
30
25
45
20
50
15
60
Ir (A)Isd (x In)
A. Sensor rating I
B. Adjustment dial for long-time protection pickup I
n
C. Adjustment dial for short-time protection pickup I
D. Adjustment dial for instantaneous protection pickup I
E. Trip curve
F. Test port
G. Ready LED (green)
H. Overload pre-alarm LED (orange): 90% I
I. Overload alarm LED (red): 105% I
corresponds to the maximum value of the adjustment range.
dial to the tr desired (tr is not adjustable on
r
In=60A
5
6
6
4
3
2
1.5
8
4
8
3
10
2
10
12
r
12
1.5
15
Ii (x In)
r
The trip unit’s In rating
r
desired (displayed in
r
sd
A
3.2S
tr
tsd
Ir Isd
B
C
D
E
Ii
F
i
Setting the Short-Time
Protection
Setting the Instantaneous
Protection
68
MicroLogic 3.2S and 3.3S trip units have adjustable short-time protection. Set the
short-time protection pickup dial to the multiple of I
setting value is 1.5 I
(minimum dial value).
r
desired. The default Isd pickup
r
MicroLogic 3.2 and 3.3 trip units have factory-set short-time protection, it cannot be
adjusted.
The time delay t
for short-time protection is factory-set at:
r
•Non-trip time: 20 ms
•Maximum breaking time: 80 ms
Set the pickup I
for instantaneous protection using the Ii dial. Turn the Ii adjustment
i
dial to the value required.
The precision range is +/- 15%.
The time delay for instantaneous protection cannot be adjusted. It is factory set at:
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200
175
5
4
3
2
1.5
6
8
10
12
250
Ir (A)
110
97
86
91
79
71
58130
119
FLA (A)
.8
.7
.5
.6
.4
.3
.2
OFF
1
125
150
100
80
70
Ii (x In)
6.2 E-M
Micrologic
Micrologic
5.2 A
MicroLogic 5 (LSI) and 6 (LSIG) Electronic Trip Units
MicroLogic 5 and 6 electronic trip units provide protection adaptable to all types of
application. They incorporate measurement, operation, and maintenance
assistance functions and communication functions as standard. The information
given in this guide is a summary. For more detailed information on the operation of
MicroLogic 5 and 6 trip units, refer to the MicroLogic 5 and 6 Electronic Trip Units - User Guide.
Figure 46 – Front of a MicroLogic 5.2 A Trip Unit for 3P Circuit Breaker
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3040
25
20
15
4
3
2
1.5
35
6
Ii (x In)
C
45
50
60
8
10
12
15
D
A
A. Indication LEDs
B
E
B. Test Port
C. Dials for presetting protection functions and
Microswitch for locking protection setting
D. LCD display
E. Navigation keypad
Indication LEDsIndication LEDs indicate the operational state of the trip unit (see “Indication LEDs”
on page 66).
Test PortThe test port is specifically for trip unit testing (see “Test” on page 66).
Dials and MicroswitchUse the two dials to preset the protection parameters. Use the microswitch to lock
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LCD DisplayThe display provides all information necessary to use the trip unit. The list of
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protection parameters depends on the MicroLogic trip unit type: 5, 6, or 6 E-M.
Figure 48 – LCD Display
1. Five mode definition pictograms
2. Up arrow points to protection parameter being set
3. List of protection parameters according to the MicroLogic trip unit type:
MicroLogic 5:
MicroLogic 6:
MicroLogic 6 E-M:
4. Value of the measured quantity
5. Unit of the measured quantity
6. Navigation arrows
7. Down arrow(s) point to the selected phase(s), neutral, or the ground
8. Phases (1/A, 2/B, 3/C), neutral (N) and ground
IrtrIsdtsd Ii (x In)
Ir tr Isd tsd Ii Ig tg
FLA CI Y Isd Iunbal tunbal Ijam tjam Ig tg
Keypad Use the 5-button keypad for navigation.
ButtonDescription
Mode: Selecting the mode
Scroll: Scrolling navigation
Back: Navigation back (metering) or - (setting the protection functions)
Forward: Navigation forward (metering) or + (setting the protection functions)
OK: Confirmation
Locking/Unlocking the
Protection Parameter
Settings
Mode
The protection parameter settings are locked when the transparent cover is closed
and sealed to prevent access to the adjustment dials and the locking/unlocking
microswitch.
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A pictogram on the display unit indicates whether the protection parameter settings
are locked:
DisplayDescriptionDescription
Padlock locked.The protection settings are locked.
Padlock unlocked. The protection settings are unlocked.
To unlock the protection parameter settings, open the transparent cover and:
•press the locking/unlocking microswitch, or
•actuate one of the adjustment dials.
To lock the protection parameter settings, press the unlocking microswitch again.
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400A
4400
4000
3200
3600
2800
2400
2000
4800
Isd (A)
This requires the installation of an on demand external sensor (for more details on
sensor characteristics, see the PowerPact H-, J-, and L-Frame Circuit Breakers
catalog).
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Setting the Neutral
Protection
Setting on the screen allows a choice of four values for the neutral protection
pickup.
Table 49 – Neutral Protection Screen Setting
Screen Setting
000
0.5I
1I
OSN or 3P1.6 I
The time delays for the long and short-time protections are the same as the time
delay for the phases.
NOTE: MicroLogic 5 and 6 trip units incorporate the OSN function, which manages
the neutral protection when harmonic currents in multiples of three are present.
For more details, see the MicroLogic 5 and 6 Trip Units - User Guide.
MicroLogic 1.3 M Electronic Trip Unit
The MicroLogic 1.3 M electronic trip unit with high short-time protection pickup
provides motor-feeders with short-circuit protection.
Use the MicroLogic 1.3 M electronic trip unit to create a type 1 or type 2
coordination motor-feeder.
Setting or Adjustment Range
Ir Isd
/ 2 I
r
r
r
sd
I
sd
1.6 I
/ 2
sd
The adjustment dial and indication are on the front face.
Figure 50 – MicroLogic 1.3 M Trip Unit Front Face
1. MicroLogic trip unit adjustment range
2. Adjustment dial for the short-time protection pickup I
Example of ApplicationThe following is an example of a motor-feeder application:
•Power supplied by a 1,250 kVA transformer, 400 V, 4%
•Downstream power supply to a motor-feeder with the following characteristics:
— Three-component motor-feeder (circuit breaker, thermal relay, contactor)
— Direct-on-line starting
— Motor power 160 kW (I
= 280 A)
n
— Type two coordination
Figure 52 – Installation Diagram
Turning the pickup
Isd adjustment dial
(1) modifies the
curves as shown
(2).
i
74
1250 kVA, 400 V, 4%
110
400 A Circuit Breaker
MicroLogic 1.3 M Trip Unit
Use calculations performed on the installation in accordance with the regulations to
determine the characteristics of the appropriate H-, J-, and L-frame circuit breakers
to install (calculations performed using the Ecodial software).
Table 51 – Circuit Breaker Selection
Installation Circuit BreakerComments
In = 280 A J-frame, 400 A with MicroLogic 1.3 M 320 Motor circuit breaker, case size
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IH
G
F
E
D
C
B
Isd (x FLA)
190
310
290
270
250
230
210
50
FLA (A)
190/348A
Class.
348
330
F
E
D
C
B
AG
IH
Isd (x FLA)
114
181
172
163
155
145
137
FLA (A)
114 /217A
Class.
217
210
Table 52 – Trip Unit Protection
InstallationTrip Unit SettingComments
The I
protection setting is compatible with:
I
= 18.3 kA
k min
Inrush current = 14 In
Isd = 4,160 A
sd
• Transient startup currents
• Short-circuit protection
MicroLogic 2 M Electronic Trip Unit
The MicroLogic 2 M electronic trip unit is suitable for protecting motor-feeders on
standard applications. The thermal trip curves are calculated for self-ventilated
motors.
Use the MicroLogic 2 M electronic trip unit to create a type 1 or type 2 coordination
motor-feeder.
The adjustment dials and indications are on the front face of the trip unit.
Figure 53 – MicroLogic 2 M Trip Unit Front Face
MicroLogic 2.3 M
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Setting the Long-Time
Protection
MicroLogic 2.2 M
A. MicroLogic 2.2 M/2.3 M electronic trip unit adjustment range
B. Adjustment dial for the long-time protection pickup I
r
C. Selection dial for the long-time protection time delay class
D. Adjustment dial for the short-time protection pickup I
E. Value of instantaneous protection pickup I
i
sd
F. Test port
G. Phase unbalance
H. Ready LED (green)
I. Alarm LED
The sensor size
corresponds to the maximum value of the adjustment range.
In
Set the long-time protection in relation to the starting characteristics of the
application.
Figure 54 – Long-Time Protection
Set the long-time protection using the two dials in relation to the
starting characteristics of the application.
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Example:
A phase unbalance exceeding 30% for longer than 4 s in steady state causes the
protection to trip.
Contactor Opening
Command
Trip units with an SDTAM Module can use output 2 (SD4/OUT2) from this module to
activate the contactor opening command for the motor-feeder before the circuit breaker
trips (see “SDTAM Module (MicroLogic 2 M and 6 E-M)” on page 43).
Example of ApplicationThe following is an example of protection of a motor-feeder with the following
characteristics:
•Power supplied by a 1,250 kVA transformer, 400 V, 4%
•Protection of a motor application defined by:
— Two-component motor-feeder (circuit breaker, contactor)
— Direct-on-line starting
— Motor power 110 kW (I
= 196 A)
n
— Type 2 coordination
— The application constraints dictate a slow startup
Figure 55 – Installation Diagram
1250 kVA, 400 V, 4%
110
250 A Circuit Breaker
MicroLogic 2.2 M Trip Unit
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Calculations performed on the installation in accordance with the regulations have
determined the characteristics of the appropriate circuit breakers to install
(calculations performed using the Ecodial software).
Table 56 – Circuit Breaker Selection
Installation Circuit BreakerComments
In = 196 A
= 28.5 kAF
I
sc
min = 14.8 kA——
I
k
H-frame, 250 A, with
MicroLogic 2.2 M 220
Motor circuit breaker, case size
Read the Icu performance from
faceplate label
Table 57 – Trip Unit Protection
InstallationTrip Unit SettingComments
In = 196 AMicroLogic 2.2 M 220 set to 200 A MicroLogic trip unit setting
Slow startingSet in class 20 Long-time protection trip class
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MicroLogic 6 E-M Electronic Trip Unit
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MicroLogic 6 E-M electronic trip units are suitable for all types of motor-feeder
application. They also incorporate functions for measurement, operational
assistance, maintenance assistance, and communication as standard.
Use the MicroLogic 6 E-M electronic trip unit to create a type 1 or type 2
coordination motor-feeder.
For more detailed information on the operation of MicroLogic 6 E-M trip units,
consult the MicroLogic 5 and 6 Electronic Trip Units—User Guide.
The adjustment dials and indications are on the front face.
Figure 56 – MicroLogic 6.3 E-M Trip Unit Face
JIH
A. In rating of the MicroLogic 6.3 E-M electronic trip unit
B. Protection pickup Ir and Ig adjustment dials
C. Locking/unlocking microswitch
D. Display unit
E. Instantaneous protection pickup value: I
F. Keypad
G. Test port
H. Phase unbalance
I. Ready LED (green)
J. Alarm LED
In=320A
i
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
Overcurrent ProtectionSet the overcurrent protection settings on the MicroLogic 6 E-M trip unit in the
2
same way as for the MicroLogic 6, except the I
t setting for the short-time
protections and ground-fault protection, which is always OFF (see “MicroLogic 5
(LSI) and 6 (LSIG) Electronic Trip Units” on page 69).
Additional Protection The MicroLogic 6 E-M trip unit incorporates additional protection functions for LSIG
protection:
•Phase-unbalance or phase-loss protection
•Locked rotor protection
•Undercurrent protection
•Long-start protection
•Monitoring motor insulation during operation protection
•Adjust these protections on the screen or by using the RSU software (see the
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Section 4— Testing MicroLogic Trip Units
This chapter describes the test interface for MicroLogic trip units.
Trip Unit Checks
A 24 Vdc power supply is necessary for carrying out local checks on a trip unit.
Checks can also be done using the test interface.
Table 58 – Testing MicroLogic Trip Units
Test Interface Availability
24 Vdc external power supply
Pocket Tester for MicroLogic
Stand-alone UTA Tester
UTA Tester connected to a computer with RSU software
UTA Tester connected to a computer with LTU software
■ = Possible for all MicroLogic trip units
□ = Possible for MicroLogic 5 and 6 trip units
Table 59 – Functions of the Test Interfaces
□
■
■
■
■
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Test Interface SettingChecking Testing
24 Vdc external power supply
Pocket Tester for MicroLogic
Stand-alone UTA Tester
UTA Tester connected to a computer with RSU
software
UTA Tester connected to a computer with LTU
software
□□——
■□——
■□X—
■■X■
■■■■
Saving
Settings
■ = Possible for all MicroLogic trip units
□ = Possible for MicroLogic 5 and 6 trip units
X = Only on tripping using the UTA push-to-trip button
Precautions before Checking, Tests, or Setting
Before CheckingChecking the settings does not require any particular precautions. However, all
checks must be done by a qualified person.
Before Testing
HAZARD OF NUISANCE TRIPPING
Protection tests must be done only by trained electrical personnel.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or equipment damage.
When testing circuit breaker trip mechanisms, the necessary precautions must be
taken:
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CAUTION
A
H
G
F
E
DC
B
Before Setting
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HAZARD OF NUISANCE TRIPPING OR FAILURE TO TRIP
Adjusting protection settings must be done only by trained electrical personnel.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or equipment damage.
Modifying settings requires a thorough knowledge of the installation and safety rules.
Pocket Tester
Use the Pocket Tester for the local inspection and testing of MicroLogic trip units.
The Pocket Tester contains two batteries which connect to the test port on
MicroLogic electronic trip units.
Figure 57 – Pocket Tester
Pocket Flashlight Function
Preparing the Equipment
A. Green LED for checking battery status
B. Yellow LED for checking thermal memory inhibition
C. 3-position slide switch: Left = Test position; Center = OFF; Right = pocket flashlight
D. Inhibit thermal memory button
E. Two illumination LEDs
F. Two 1.5 V AA batteries (not supplied)
G. Connector for connecting to the test port on the MicroLogic trip unit
H. Stylus/screwdriver (supplied)
To use the module as a pocket flashlight, move the slide switch to the pocket
flashlight position (C, above).
To prepare the equipment before carrying out maintenance:
1. Slide open the protective cover to access the trip unit connector.
2. Click the Pocket Tester connector into the test port on the MicroLogic trip unit.
3. Move the slide switch to the Test position (C, above).
4. Check the battery status: the green LED must be on.
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Inspection and Checking
To check trip unit after preparing the equipment, check that the green Ready LED
on the trip unit is blinking. This means that all the functions of the MicroLogic trip
unit are in a satisfactory operational state (internal self test).
To check the setting values on the display unit (for MicroLogic 5 and 6 trip units):
1. Use the navigation buttons to display the Reading protection parameters mode
(see “MicroLogic 5 (LSI) and 6 (LSIG) Electronic Trip Units” on page 69).
2. Scroll down and check the values of the different settings. For example, for the
MicroLogic 5 trip unit:
(A)
— I
r
— IN (A) (if present) long time
(s)
— t
r
— Isd (A)
— IN (A) (if present) short time
(ms) with/without I2t
— t
sd
(A)
— I
i
NOTE: Settings can be modified.
The screen backlighting is not activated to optimize battery life (four hours).
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Inhibit Thermal Memory Function (Maintenance Level IV)
The “Inhibit thermal memory” button temporarily cancels the thermal memory. This
inhibition is necessary to obtain a true measurement of the long-time protection
time delay tr during tripping tests by primary current injection. This operation forms
part of maintenance level IV, and requires a specialist maintenance service (see
“Maintaining the Circuit Breaker During Operation” on page 96).
To carry out the test after preparing the equipment:
1. Switch the circuit breaker to the I (ON) position.
2. Move the slide switch to the OFF position (center).
3. Inhibiting the thermal memory
a. Use the stylus to press the button for inhibiting the thermal memory.
b. The yellow confirmation LED and the green LED light up. The thermal
memory on the trip unit is inhibited for 15 minutes.
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A
C
B
Preparing the Equipment
To prepare the equipment before carrying out maintenance:
1. Position the UTA Tester sliding mechanical cap in the central position.
2. Connect the 24 Vdc power cord: the green ON LED lights up.
3. Click the UTA Tester connector into the test port on the MicroLogic trip unit.
Inspection and Checking
To check and inspect the trip unit after preparing the equipment:
1. Inspect the equipment:
Check that the green Ready LED on the MicroLogic trip unit is blinking. This
means that all the MicroLogic trip unit functions are in a satisfactory operational
state (internal self test).
2. Check the setting values on the display unit (for MicroLogic 5 and 6).
a. Use the navigation buttons to display the Reading protection parameters
mode (see the MicroLogic 5 and 6 Trip Units - User Guide).
b. Scroll down and check the values of the different settings. For example, for
the MicroLogic 5 trip unit:
(A)
• I
r
(A) (if present) long time
• I
N
• tr (s)
(A)
• I
sd
(A) (if present) short time
• I
N
• tsd (ms) with/without I2t
• Ii (A)
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The Three Test Functions
NOTE: The settings can be modified.
Use the three test buttons for testing. The associated LEDs provide confirmation.
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The electrical push-to-trip button causes an electronic trip in the circuit breaker.
This test checks the electronic and mechanical circuit breaker controls.
To carry out the test after preparing the equipment:
1. Switch the circuit breaker to the I (ON) position.
2. Trip the circuit breaker by pressing the electrical push-to-trip button.
— The red confirmation LED on the UTA Tester lights up and goes off
immediately.
— The circuit breaker trips.
— On circuit breakers with standard or rotary handles, the control mechanism
moves to the tripped position
— On circuit breakers with motor operators, the control mechanism moves to
the OFF position
— The green Ready LED on the MicroLogic trip unit continues blinking
— The screen on the MicroLogic 5 and 6 stays unchanged
3. Reset the circuit breaker
4. Reset the control mechanism.
The circuit breaker is ready.
Inhibit Thermal Memory
Function (Maintenance
Level IV)
The Inhibit thermal memory button temporarily cancels the thermal memory. This
inhibition is necessary to obtain a true measurement of the long-time protection
time delay t
during tripping tests by primary current injection. This operation, which
r
is maintenance level IV, requires a specialist maintenance service (see
“Maintaining the Circuit Breaker During Operation” on page 96).
To carry out the test after preparing the equipment:
1. Switch the circuit breaker to the I (ON) position.
2. Inhibit the thermal memory:
a. Press the button for inhibiting the thermal memory.
b. The yellow confirmation LED shows a steady light.
The thermal memory on the trip unit is inhibited for 15 minutes.
a. Press the button for inhibiting the thermal memory again.
b. The yellow confirmation LED goes out.
The thermal memory on the trip unit is reactivated.
Inhibiting the thermal memory also restrains the ZSI function (if this option is
present on the trip unit). This prevents the time delay for short-time protection t
and time delay for ground-fault protection t
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Inhibit Ground-Fault Protection Function (Maintenance Level IV)
The Inhibit ground-fault protection button temporarily cancels this protection
(MicroLogic 6) and the thermal memory: it is then possible to inject the test current
on each phase separately and calculate the true time delay tr.
To carry out the test after preparing the equipment:
1. Switch the circuit breaker to the I (ON) position.
2. Inhibit ground-fault protection:
a. Press the button for inhibiting the ground-fault protection.
b. The yellow confirmation LEDs for ground-fault protection and thermal
memory inhibition show a steady light.
c. Ground-fault protection and the thermal memory on the trip unit are
inhibited for 15 minutes.
3. Canceling ground-fault protection inhibition (before 15 minutes):
a. Press the button for inhibiting the ground-fault protection again.
b. The yellow confirmation LEDs for ground-fault protection and thermal
memory inhibition go out.
Ground-fault protection and the thermal memory on the trip unit are
reactivated.
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Inhibiting the ground-fault protection also restrains the ZSI function (if this option is
present on the trip unit). This prevents the time delay for short-time protection t
from being taken out of commission during the tests.
UTA Tester Connected to a Computer
Description and Connection
Use the UTA Tester connected to a computer to carry out the complete range of
checks, tests, and adjustments on the MicroLogic trip unit.
There are two possible ways to connect the computer to the UTA Tester:
•Using the USB port
•Using the Bluetooth option
Table 60 – Connection Using the USB Port
A
sd
A. USB standard connection cord from
the UTA Tester to the computer
B. UTA Tester power supply unit
C. MicroLogic cord for connecting the
UTA Tester to the test port on the trip
CB
unit
NOTE: If the USB port does not supply enough power to energize the MicroLogic
trip unit and the UTA Tester, the three test LEDs on the UTA Tester start to blink. In
such cases, provide energy to the UTA Tester from the power supply module
supplied with the UTA Tester Kit.
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Table 61 – Connection Using Bluetooth
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A
D
B
C
A. RJ45 cord for Bluetooth transmitter-
receiver, on computer
B. PS/2/RJ45 cord for Bluetooth
transmitter-receiver, on the UTA Tester
C. MicroLogic cord for connecting the UTA
Tester to the test port on the trip unit
D. UTA Tester power supply unit
NOTE: Use the power supply unit supplied with the kit.
NOTE: Connect the Bluetooth option firmly to the UTA Tester with the PS/2
connector (do not use the RJ45 connection used in the ULP connection method by
forcing the mechanical cap).
Hardware and Software
The following hardware and software are required for operational use:
•Hardware
The UTA Tester provides all the necessary connections (the Bluetooth wireless
method is optional and has to be ordered separately). The test computer is
standard with a minimum Windows XP configuration and a USB1 port
•Software
Two software options are offered:
— RSU protection and alarm parameter-setting software. Download this free
software from www.schneider-electric.com.
— LTU settings test software (such as fault simulation, pickup, and time delay
measurement)
NOTE: Access for modifying the MicroLogic trip unit settings using communication
is user password-protected. The factory-set administrator password is ‘0000’. To
check whether to use a password, contact the authorized administrators.
POTENTIAL COMPROMISE OF SYSTEM AVAILABILITY, INTEGRITY, AND
CONFIDENTIALITY
Change default passwords at first use to help prevent unauthorized access to
device settings, controls and information.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or
equipment damage.
UTA Tester Connected to a Computer with RSU Software
The RSU (Remote Setting Utility) software is a MicroLogic utility designed to help
the operator:
•check or configure:
— Protection parameters
— Measurement parameters
— Alarm parameters
— Assignment of the SDx Module outputs
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Preparing the Equipment
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To prepare the equipment before carrying out maintenance:
1. Position the UTA Tester mechanical cap in the central position.
2. Start up the PC.
3. Set up the connections between the computer and the UTA Tester or connect
the Bluetooth connectors.
4. Click the UTA Tester connector into the test port on the MicroLogic trip unit.
Inspection and Checking
To check and inspect the trip unit after preparing the equipment:
Inspection
1. Check that the green Ready LED is blinking.
This means that all the MicroLogic functions are in a satisfactory
operational state (internal self test).
Checking the Settings
2. Run the RSU software:
•An active screen of the front of the MicroLogic variant tested appears
under the Basic Protection tab
NOTE: The settings can be modified only if the padlock is unlocked.
Tests Using the UTA Tester
When connected to a computer the UTA Tester can operate in stand-alone mode in
which the three test functions are accessible (see “Stand-Alone UTA Tester” on
page 82).
Saving and Printing
The different settings and data can be saved and printed.
•Access to settings and navigation between screens are identical to
those used for MicroLogic trip units (see the MicroLogic 5 and 6 Trip Units - User Guide).
a. Scroll down and check the values of the different settings. For
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Tab Function
Identification Identification of the installation and the circuit breaker/trip unit
Manual TestManual setting of fault current values
Automatic TestAutomatic setting of fault current values
Alarm simulation Alarm simulation for system testing
Miscellaneous Push-to-trip button test
Preparing the Equipment
To prepare the equipment before carrying out maintenance:
1. Position the UTA Tester mechanical cap in the central position.
2. Start up the PC.
3. Set up the connections between the computer and the UTA Tester or connect
the Bluetooth connectors.
4. Click the UTA Tester connector into the test port on the MicroLogic trip unit.
Inspection and Checking
To check and inspect the trip unit after preparing the equipment:
1. Check that the green Ready LED is blinking.
This indicates that all the MicroLogic functions are in a satisfactory operational
state (internal self test).
2. Run the LTU software to check the settings.
Check under the Trip unit on test tab for a description of the MicroLogic
variant tested.
Figure 63 – Settings Values
Tests Using the UTA Tester
When connected to a computer the UTA Tester can operate in stand-alone mode:
the three test functions are accessible (see “Stand-Alone UTA Tester” on page 82).
The setting values appear in the area at the foot of the screen.
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Automatic Test Using the LTU Software
Automatic Test Tab
1. Run the LTU software.
Check under the Trip unit on test tab for a description of the MicroLogic
variant tested.
The setting values appear in the area at the foot of the screen.
2. Select the Automatic Test tab.
3. Click Run automatic tests.
The LTU software performs fault current simulation on all the protection types
in succession: long-time, short-time, instantaneous, and ground-fault
protection, as applicable.
4. The results are displayed in the table of values (see Figure 64).
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Manual Test Using the LTU Software
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Manual Test Tab
1. Run the LTU software.
Find a description of the MicroLogic variant tested under the Trip unit on test
tab.
The setting values appear at the foot of the screen.
2. Select the Manual Test tab.
3. Indicate the three fault current values (in A) in the ThreePhase injection
areas.
Indicate the duration (in ms) of the fault current in the Injection duration area.
4. Click on Run manual test.
The simulation shows the type of trip (for example, long time) or NON trip.
5. The results are displayed in the table of values (see Figure 65).
Figure 65 – Table of Values
Saving and Printing
Settings and data can be saved and printed. The software also provides an option
to examine a trace of the trip curve calculated by the trip unit.
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NOTICE
Section 5— Operating the Circuit Breaker
This chapter sets out recommendations for startup, operating conditions, and
maintenance of H-, J-, and L-frame circuit breakers. Observing these
recommendations ensures a useful service life for the equipment and the
installation.
Startup
List of Checks and Inspections
When starting up new equipment, or following lengthy downtime, a general check
takes just a few minutes. Such a check reduces the risk of a malfunction due to
error or oversight.
NOTE: Disconnect all power to the switchboard before carrying out any checks and
tests.
Table 64 – Checks and Inspections
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A
Insulation
and Dielectric
Strength
Tests
Before startup XXXXXX
Periodically during operation
After carrying out work on the
switchboard
Periodically during lengthy downtime XXX
Following lengthy downtimeXXXX
Following lengthy downtime and
modification to the switchboard
1
See “Regular Preventive Maintenance” on page 96.
1
XXXXXX
B
Inspect
Switchboard
XXXXX
C
Check
Compliance
with the
Diagram
D
Inspect
Mechanical
Equipment
XXX
E
Check
Mechanical
Operation
Check
Electronic
Trip Units and
Vigi Modules
A: Insulation and Dielectric
Strength Tests
HAZARD OF EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
Insulation and dielectric strength tests must be done only by trained electrical
personnel.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage.
F
Insulation and dielectric strength tests are carried out before the switchboard is
delivered. These tests are subject to the currently applicable standards.
Dielectric strength tests impose great stress on the equipment and can cause
damage if performed incorrectly. In particular:
•Reduce the value used for the test voltage according to the number of
consecutive tests on the same piece of equipment
•Disconnect electronic equipment if necessary
NOTE: MicroLogic trip units can be left connected, even if equipped with voltage
measurement (ENVT option).
— Thermal-magnetic and MicroLogic 2 electronic trip unit: visually check the
position of the switches
— MicroLogic 5 and 6 electronic trip units: visually check the main settings
and use the test interface to check in detail
NOTE: H-, J-, and L-frame circuit breakers with a Vigi module require an
intermediate terminal shield for the earth-leakage protection to function correctly.
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D: Inspection of Mechanical
Equipment
E: Mechanical OperationCheck the circuit breaker mechanical operation (see “Circuit Breaker Overview” on
F: Operation of Electronic
Trip Units and Vigi Modules
Check the mounting and mechanical strength:
•Of circuit breakers in the switchboard and of power connections
•Of auxiliaries and accessories on the circuit breakers:
— Rotary handles or motor operators
— Installation accessories (such as terminal shields and escutcheons)
— Auxiliary circuit connections
page 7):
•Opening
•Closing
•Tripping with the push-to-trip button
•Resetting
Check that the following are working correctly:
•MicroLogic electronic trip units, with the aid of the special testing tools:
— Pocket Tester
— UTA Tester
•Vigi modules, by operating the test button T on the front (this test checks the
whole measurement system and tripping on earth-leakage faults)
•Communication through the bus (see ULP System - User Guide)
Operating Conditions
For operating conditions see catalog 0611CT1001: PowerPact H-, J-, and L-Frame
Circuit Breakers
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Maintaining the Circuit Breaker During Operation
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The electrical switchboard and all its equipment continue to age whether they
operate or not. This aging process is due mainly to environmental influences and
operating conditions.
To ensure that circuit breaker retains the operating and safety characteristics
specified in the catalog for the whole of its service life:
•Install the device in optimum environmental and operating conditions
(described in Table 66).
•Have routine inspections and regular maintenance done by qualified personnel.
Environmental and Operating Conditions
The environmental conditions described in bulletin 0611CT1001 H, J, and L-frame
Circuit Breaker Catalog refer to harsh operating environments.
Table 66 – Optimum Environmental and Operating Conditions
Environmental and
Operating Factor
Temperature Average annual temperature outside the switchboard: < 25°C.
Loading Loading remains < 80% of I
Harmonics The harmonic current per phase is < 30% of I
Humidity The relative humidity is < 70%.
Corrosive atmosphere (SO2,
NH3, H2S, Cl2, NO2)
Saline environment Install the circuit breaker in an environment free of saline mist.
Dust
Vibration Continuous vibration is < 0.2 g.
The maintenance programs apply to optimum environmental and operating
conditions. Outside these limits circuit breakers are subject to accelerated aging
which can quickly lead to malfunctions.
Regular Preventive Maintenance
Maintenance (servicing and inspection) recommendations for each product are
intended to maintain the equipment or subassemblies in a satisfactory operational
state for their useful service life.
There are three recommended maintenance levels (see Table 67).
Table 67 – Maintenance Operations
Comments
24 hours a day.
n
.
n
Install the circuit breaker in environmental category 3C1 or 3C2
(IEC 60721-3-3).
The dust level is low: protect the circuit breaker within a switchboard
fitted with filters or IP54 ventilated
96
Level
Level II1 year
Level III2 years
Level IV 5 years
NOTE: The intervals stated are for normal environmental and operating conditions.
Maintenance
Interval
Maintenance Operations
Visual inspection and functional testing, replacement of
faulty accessories
As for level II plus servicing operation and subassembly
tests
As for level III plus diagnostics and repairs (by
Schneider Electric Services)
Provided B the environmental conditions are more favorable, maintenance
intervals can be longer (for example, Level III maintenance can be carried out
every three years).
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If just one of the conditions is more severe, perform maintenance more frequently
(for advice, contact Schneider Electric Services). Functions linked specifically to
safety require particular maintenance intervals.
NOTE: Test that the remote safety stop commands and the earth-leakage
protection (Vigi module) work at regular intervals (every six months).
Inspection and Servicing Operations Required
Inspection and servicing chiefly consist of checks and inspections D, E, and F as
defined for the Servicing commissioning phase (see “Startup” on page 93).
Table 68 – Inspections
Inspection DefinitionLevel II Level III Level IV
Visually inspect general state of circuit breaker:
escutcheon, trip unit, case, chassis,
connections. Check the mounting and the
mechanical strength:
• Of circuit breakers in the switchboard and of
power connections
• Of auxiliaries and accessories on the circuit
D
E
F
breakers:
– Rotary handles or motor operators
– Installation accessories (such as terminal
shields and escutcheons)
– Auxiliary circuit connections
• Of the chassis (drawout circuit breaker)
• Of locks, padlocks, and padlock support tabs
Check the circuit breaker mechanical operation:
• Opening, closing, and resetting
• Tripping with the push-to-trip button
• Tripping by MN/MX control auxiliaries
• Opening, closing, resetting by motor
operator
Check operation of the electronic
subassemblies:
• MicroLogic electronic trip units with the aid of
special testing tools:
– Pocket Tester
– UTA Tester
– RSU and LTU software
• Vigi modules, using the test button T on the
front
• communication (see the ULP System—User
Guide)
YesAs for level II
As for level II
plus check of the
closing times,
Yes
Yes
opening times,
and voltage
characteristics
(releases)
As for level II
plus check of the
trip curves (LTU
software)
As for level III
plus
measurement
of insulation
resistance
As for level III
As for level III
plus check of
the trip
characteristics
by primary
injection
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For a detailed definition of these operations, contact Schneider Electric Services.
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Maintenance Following Short-Circuit Trip
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Test a circuit breaker in severe conditions, in accordance with UL standards, to
check that it can break a short-circuit current at maximum permissible value three
times.
After a short-circuit fault, it is necessary to:
•Carefully clean off any traces of black smoke (the particles can be conducting)
•Check the power connections and fine wires
•Operate the circuit breaker several times at no load (at least five times)
Cleaning the Circuit Breakers
To avoid dust deposits that can affect the circuit breaker mechanical operation,
clean the circuit breakers (if necessary) when performing maintenance.
Table 69 – Cleaning the Circuit Breaker
Nonmetallic Parts
Metal Parts
In the Event of a Trip
Identify the Cause of the Trip
Local and remote indication provides information on the probable cause of a trip. In
particular, the MicroLogic 5 or 6 trip unit provides specific information about the
cause of the fault (see the MicroLogic 5 and 6 Electronic Trip Units - User Guide).
The causes are of several types:
•Faults on the installation
•Faults due to a malfunction
•Intentional tripping
Always use a dry cloth. Do not use cleaning products.
Preferably use a dry cloth. If a cleaning product must be
used, avoid applying or splashing the product onto
nonmetallic parts.