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Eaton Digitrip 520 User Manual

Eaton Digitrip 520
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Effective October 2009
Instructional Leaflet IL70C1037H05
Digitrip models 520, 520
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; and 520M, 520M
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,
520MC, 520MC
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trip units for use only in
Magnum and Magnum DS circuit breakers
m WARNING
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INSTALL OR PERFORM
MAINTENANCE ON EQUIPMENT WHILE IT IS
ENERGIZED. DEATH OR SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY
CAN RESULT FROM CONTACT WITH ENERGIZED
EQUIPMENT. ALWAYS VERIFY THAT NO VOLTAGE IS
PRESENT BEFORE PROCEEDING. ALWAYS FOLLOW
SAFETY PROCEDURES. EATON IS NOT LIABLE FOR
THE MISAPPLICATION OR MISINSTALLATION OF
ITS PRODUCTS.
m WARNING
OBSERVE ALL RECOMMENDATIONS, NOTES,
CAUTIONS, AND WARNINGS RELATING TO THE
SAFETY OF PERSONNEL AND EQUIPMENT. OBSERVE
AND COMPLY WITH ALL GENERAL AND LOCAL HEALTH
AND SAFETY LAWS, CODES, AND PROCEDURES.
ote:N The recommendations and information contained
herein are based on experience and judgement, but
should not be considered to be all inclusive or to cover
every application or circumstance that may arise.
If you have any questions or need further
information or instructions, please contact
your local Eaton representative or visit
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Table of Contents

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Eaton Digitrip 520 Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryCircuit Breakers
Trip SettingsAdjustable
Communication ProtocolModbus RTU
Frame TypeMolded Case
FunctionsProtection, Monitoring, Communication
Protection FeaturesShort Circuit
StandardsUL, CSA, IEC (Consult specific breaker documentation)

Summary

Section 1: General description of Digitrip trip units

Protection

Describes the protective functions offered by Digitrip trip units.

Mode of trip and status information

Explains how trip modes and unit status are indicated via LEDs.

Installation and removal

Procedures for installing and removing Digitrip trip units and rating plugs.

Ground Alarm/Power Supply Module

Details on the optional module for 520M/MC units and communication enablement.

Wiring

Information on internal breaker wiring and trip unit connection diagrams.

Plexiglass cover

Description of the protective plexiglass door and its tamper-proof features.

Auxiliary power

How auxiliary power enables the LCD display and metering functions.

Ground fault alarm

Functionality and indication of ground fault alarms in the trip unit.

High load alarm

Details on the high load alarm function for specific 520M/520MC models.

Display feature

User interface and metering capabilities of 520M/520MC trip units.

Standards

Information on UL, CSA, and CE certifications for Digitrip units.

Digitrip Model Illustrations

Visual examples of various Digitrip trip unit models and their settings.

Section 2: General description of Magnum circuit breakers

General

Overview of Magnum circuit breaker components and the tripping mechanism.

Ground fault protection

Introduction to ground fault sensing methods and system considerations.

Source ground sensing

Explanation of the source ground fault sensing method and its application.

Zero sequence sensing

Details on the zero sequence sensing method for ground fault detection.

Multiple source/multiple ground

Description of the multiple source/multiple ground fault sensing scheme.

Ground fault settings

Information on adjusting ground fault current and time delay settings.

Section 3: Principles of operation

General

Overview of Digitrip trip unit design, internal operation, and power sources.

Trip and operation indicators

Explanation of LEDs and indicators for trip unit status and cause of trip events.

Making Current Release

Safety feature preventing closure on faults by tripping instantaneously.

Zone interlocking

Explanation of the zone selective interlocking function for coordination.

Zone selective interlocking details

Detailed explanation of the zone interlocking function and its operational logic.

Section 4: Protection settings

General

General considerations for setting protection parameters on trip units.

Long delay current setting

Details on setting the long delay current pickup value based on frame rating.

Long delay time setting

Explanation of how to set the long delay time response based on current multiples.

Short delay current setting

Details on setting the short delay current pickup value based on long delay settings.

Short delay time setting

Explanation of how to set the short delay time response, FLAT or I²t.

Instantaneous current setting

Details on setting the instantaneous trip level, including M1 and OFF options.

Ground fault current setting

Details on setting the ground fault current pickup values.

Ground fault time delay setting

Explanation of how to set the ground fault time delay response, FLAT or I²t.

INCOM Network

Information on INCOM communication setup, addressing, and network configuration.

Section 5: Test procedures

General

General guidelines and warnings for performing tests on Digitrip trip units.

When to test

Recommendations on when and how to perform trip unit testing for proper operation.

Functional field testing

Procedures for functional testing of trip unit operations using a test kit.

Functional test kit (handheld)

Description and operation of the battery-powered handheld test kit.

Batteries

Information on the batteries used in the test kit and their maintenance.

Section 6: Trip unit battery

General

Overview of the trip unit battery's purpose, function, and limitations.

Battery installation and removal

Steps for safely replacing the trip unit's 3V lithium battery.

Battery check

How to check the battery status using the Battery Check pushbutton.

Section 7: Frame ratings (sensor ratings and rating plugs)

Frame ratings and rating plugs

Relationship between breaker frame ratings, sensors, and rating plugs for coordination.

Section 8: Record keeping

Record keeping

Guidance on using forms for tracking trip function settings and test results.

Section 9: References

References

List of documents, standards, and resources related to Digitrip and Magnum breakers.

Section 10: Digitrip 520MC with Maintenance Mode

General

Introduction to the Maintenance Mode function for arc flash energy reduction.

Maintenance Mode settings

Details on the specific settings (R1-R5) for configuring the Maintenance Mode.

Arming Maintenance Mode

Methods for activating the Maintenance Mode function locally or remotely.

Appendix A: Zone interlocking examples

CASE 1: No zone selective interlocking

Example of standard time delay coordination without zone interlocking.

CASE 2: Zone selective interlocking

Example of how zone selective interlocking affects fault clearing time.

Appendix B: Troubleshooting guide

Troubleshooting guide

Common symptoms, probable causes, and solutions for Digitrip unit issues.

Appendix C: Typical breaker master connection diagram

Typical breaker master connection diagram

Diagram illustrating the master connection of breakers and Digitrip trip units.

Appendix D: Modbus translator wiring

Modbus translator wiring

Wiring details for using mMINT as a Modbus translator for Digitrip 520MC units.

Disclaimer of warranties and limitation of liability

Disclaimer and liability

Legal information regarding warranties and limitations of Eaton's liability.

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