Eaton Xiria - User Manual

Xiria with Cable Test Facility – Operating instructions (EN)
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The test pins are now connected to a safe earthed contact
Attention:
Only the test pins supplied with the Xiria switchgear can be used. Do not use any
other test connection to perform
4) When the test pin is inserted, the integrated earth connection can be disconnected by
pulling the earth tube to the front. See figure 4:
Figure 4: Pull the earth tube to the front
5) The test voltage can now be applied to the cable via the test pin(s).
After finishing this test the earth tubes must be pushed back into the front for safely
earthing the test connections again.
6) To switch the Xiria switchgear back in Service position:
• Push the earth tubes back into the front
• Remove the test pin(s) from the test connection
• Lock the access the the test connections openings by turning the interlock knob clockwise.
• Put the CTF front plate in the upright closed position and lock it wht the front knobs and optionally
with the padlock.
7) Switch the Xiria switchgear in Service position. See figure 5:
Figure 5: Service position
This document is an addition to the general Xiria manual.
Refer to the manual for other operating instuctions.
With the Cable Test Facility (CTF) the primary cable can be tested up to 12kV without
opening the cable compartment door. This is done by replacing the integrated earth
connection with the test pins. Disconnecting the earthed connection and access to the test
connections with the test pins is only possible when the breaker is closed in earthed position
(Earthed cable position).
1) Switch the Xiria switchgear to Earthed cable position. See figure 1:
Figure 1: Earthed cable position
2) Open de CTF front cover plate by removing the padlock (if placed) and turn the front
knobs anti-clockwise. See figure 2:
Figure 2: Open de CTF front
Attention:
For safety reasons the CTF front cover plate is earthed with an earth wire. Do not
remove this wire.
3) Release the test connection openings by turning the interlock knob anti-clockwise in
vertical position and insert the test pin(s). See figure 3:
Figure 3: Turn the interlock and insert the test pin(s)

Summary

Operating with the Cable Test Facility

Switching to Earthed Cable Position

Procedure to switch the Xiria switchgear to the Earthed cable position, enabling CTF use.

Opening the CTF Front Cover

Steps to open the Cable Test Facility front cover plate for access.

Releasing Test Connections

How to release test connection openings and insert test pins.

Disconnecting Integrated Earth

Procedure to disconnect the integrated earth connection using the earth tube.

Applying Test Voltage

Instructions for applying test voltage via the test pins and pushing earth tubes back.

Switching back to Service Position

Steps to revert the Xiria switchgear from CTF test to Service position.

Interlocking the Panel with Padlocks

Service Position Interlocking

Details on earthing and locking the Xiria switchgear in Service position.

Earthed Cable Position Interlocking

Information on earthing and locking the Xiria switchgear in Earthed cable position.

Open Position Interlocking

Guidance on earthing and locking the Xiria switchgear when in Open position.

Padlock Application for Components

Specific instructions for padlocking the Change-Over Switch, control point, and off button.

Cable Test Facility Padlock

Instructions for padlocking the front cover plate of the Cable Test Facility.

Eaton Xiria Specifications

General

Brand	Eaton
Model	Xiria
Category	Test Equipment
Language	English