ABB V-Contact VSC Series

Medium voltage products
V-Contact VSC
Installation and service instructions
7.2/12 kV - 400 A
For your safety! 1
I. Introduction 2
II. Programme for environmental protection 2
III. Application of the standards for X-ray emission 3
IV. Safety information 3
V. Qualified personnel 3
VI. Interventions in the field 3
1. Description 4
1.1. “MAC” magnetic drive 4
1.2. Versions available 5
1.3. Characteristics 6
1.4. Weights and overall dimensions 6
1.5. Performances 8
1.6. Contactor auxiliary contacts 8
1.7. Compliance with Standards 9
1.8. Protection against short-circuit 9
2. Checking on receipt 10
3. Handling 11
3.1. Handling and lifting using a crane 12
4. Storage 13
5. Installation 14
5.1. General 14
5.2. Installation and operating conditions 14
5.3. Normal conditions 14
5.4. Special conditions 14
5.5. Overall dimensions 15
5.6. Assembly and making the connections 21
5.7. Description of the closing and opening operations 30
5.8. Manual emergency opening operation 33
6. Putting into service 34
6.1. General procedures 34
6.2. Racking the VSC/P contactor in and out 35
7. Maintenance 36
7.1. General 36
7.2. Handling the MAC-R2 electronic card 36
7.3. Inspection 37
7.4. Servicing 38
7.5. Servicing following a short-circuit or overload 38
7.6. Repairs 38
7.7. Instructions for dismantling or replacing fuses 39
7.8. Replacement of the contactor fuses 40
7.9. Mounting and dismantling the short-circuit busbar 43
7.10. Putting the contactor back into service 43
7.11. Checking the degree of vacuum of the interrupter 43
8. Spare parts and accessories 44
8.1. List of spare parts 44
9. Product quality and environmental protection 44
This instruction booklet refers to the following models:
VSC/F-VSC/FN-VSC/P-VSC/PG-VSC/PN-VSC/PNG
VSC-S/F-VSC-S/G-VSC-S/PG-VSC-S/PNG
NEPSI.COM - Northeast Power Systems. Inc.

ABB V-Contact VSC Series Specifications

General

Operating Frequency	50/60 Hz
Impulse Withstand Voltage	6kV
Electrical Endurance	100, 000 operations
Utilization Category	AC-3
Electrical Durability	100, 000 operations
Number of Poles	3
Ambient Temperature Range	-25°C to +40°C

Summary

Safety and Personnel Requirements

For Your Safety!

General safety guidelines and warnings for installation and operation.

Safety Information

Detailed safety precautions, including compliance and workplace safety.

Qualified Personnel

Defines requirements for personnel performing installation and maintenance.

Product Overview and Technical Specifications

Product Description

Technical Characteristics

Comprehensive table of electrical and mechanical specifications.

Performances

Installation and Handling Procedures

Handling

Installation - General

General principles for installing the VSC contactors.

Installation and Operating Conditions

Overall Dimensions

Assembly and Making the Connections

Procedures for assembling and making electrical connections.

Operation and Maintenance

Description of Closing and Opening Operations

Description of contactor operation modes.

Emergency Opening Operation

Manual procedure for emergency contactor opening.

Putting into Service - General Procedures

Steps for safely putting the contactor into service.

Racking the VSCP Contactor In and Out

Procedures for moving the withdrawable contactor.

Maintenance - General

Inspection

Servicing Following a Short-Circuit or Overload

Procedures after short-circuit or overload events.

Repairs

Instructions for Dismantling and Replacing Fuses

Instructions for dismantling and replacing fuses.

Replacement of the Contactor Fuses

Putting the Contactor Back into Service