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GE CB Watch 3 User Manual

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CBW3 User Manual v6.3 May 2019
GE
Grid Solutions
CB Watch 3
Circuit Breaker Monitoring System
User Manual

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GE CB Watch 3 Specifications

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BrandGE
ModelCB Watch 3
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction to CB Watch 3

Product Overview of CB Watch 3

Describes the CB Watch 3 system and its monitored aspects like operation timing and SF6 gas leakage.

Document Scope and Content

Explains the purpose and coverage of the user manual, including functionalities, alarms, and settings.

Abbreviations and Definitions

Lists and defines abbreviations used throughout the CB Watch 3 user manual.

CBW3 System Description

CBW3 System Modules

Details the processor and various I/O modules that comprise the CBW3 system.

Sensors Used with CBW3

Explains the sensors connected to CBW3 modules for data acquisition from the circuit breaker.

Human Machine Interface (HMI) for CBW3

HMI Introduction and Access

Introduces the CBW3's built-in web server and integrated HMI accessible via web browser.

TCP/IP Network Configuration

Guides on configuring network adapter settings to access the CBW3's HMI.

Connecting to the CBW3 Device

Explains how to connect to the CBW3 system via Fibre Optic or RJ45 connections.

Access Levels and Permissions

Describes different user login levels and their associated permissions within the HMI.

HMI Language Selection

Details how to select and change the language displayed on the CBW3 HMI.

Navigating the CBW3 HMI

Provides instructions on how to navigate through the HMI menus and toolbars.

Software Version Information

Specifies the assumed firmware/software version for the manual's content.

Changing User Passwords

Describes the procedure for changing passwords for each access level.

Operation and Timing Monitoring

Introduction to Operation Monitoring

Introduces monitoring dynamic parameters for diagnosing mechanical issues or speed drifts.

Functionalities Without Travel Sensor

Details monitoring functionalities that do not require a travel sensor, using auxiliary contacts.

Number of Operations Tracking

Details recording date, time, and cumulative count of opening/closing operations.

52a/52b Auxiliary Contact Status

Explains auxiliary contact status and pole discrepancy alarms.

Previous Operation Type Identification

Describes how the system identifies operation types like Open (O), Closed (C), or combinations.

Auxiliary Contact Switching Time

Details the measurement of time elapsed between command and contact status change.

Operating Times Measurement

Explains the measurement of reaction time (t1), operation time (t2), and travel time (t2-t1).

Pole-to-Pole Timing Discordance

Describes comparison of timing across poles in IPO circuit breakers.

Contact Separation and Touching Speed

Explains the calculation of contact separation and touching speeds.

Operation Timing Alarms

Details setting alarm thresholds for various operation timing parameters.

Additional Functions with Travel Sensor

Covers advanced functionalities requiring a travel sensor for precise measurements.

Entry of Travel Distances

Explains the entry of physical distances for accurate timing and speed calculations.

Using Travel Sensor Information

Describes how travel sensor data is used for real-time position and timing calculations.

Operation Graphs Visualization

Shows distance vs. time graphs for opening and closing operations.

Auxiliary Contact Supervision

Explains supervision of auxiliary contacts against travel sensor limits.

Overtravel Monitoring

Defines and monitors overtravel as the difference in travel points.

Timing Compensation Overview

Introduces compensating operation times for temperature and voltage variations.

Temperature Compensation for Timing

Explains how ambient temperature affects and is compensated for in timing measurements.

Voltage Compensation for Timing

Explains how coil voltage variations affect and are compensated for in timing measurements.

Setting Operation Timing Alarms

Guides on setting alarm thresholds for operation timing parameters.

Operation Timing Alarm Summary

Summarizes all available alarms for operation timing monitoring.

Required Data for Speed Calculation

Lists data needed for speed calculation without a travel sensor.

Required Data with Travel Sensor

Lists data needed for timing measurements when a travel sensor is present.

Operation Timing Threshold Values

Provides guidance on setting threshold values for operation timing alarms.

SF6 Gas Monitoring

General Description of SF6 Gas Monitoring

Introduces SF6 gas monitoring for arc extinction and leak detection in circuit breakers.

SF6 Gas Measurement Principle

Explains how gas pressure and temperature are measured and density calculated.

Types of Gas Sensors Used

Describes the two types of gas sensors used, measuring pressure, temperature, and moisture.

Gas Sensor Related Alarms

Details alarms related to sensor communication loss or data validity issues.

Gas Measurements Display

Explains how to view gas pressure, temperature, and density information in the HMI.

Gas Pressure/Temperature/Density Details

Details the displayed gas parameters: pressure, temperature, density, and pressure at 20°C.

Gas Pressure Alarms Configuration

Describes setting three standard alarm thresholds for gas pressure at 20°C.

Gas Liquefaction Risk Monitoring

Explains monitoring for SF6 gas liquefaction risk at low temperatures.

Gas Moisture Level Monitoring

Details monitoring moisture content in SF6 gas, which affects dielectric strength.

Short and Long-Term Gas Pressure Horizons

Explains calculating gas pressure trends and forecasts using time horizons.

Gas Leak Rate Calculation

Discusses calculating and monitoring short-term and long-term gas leak rates.

Extrapolated Gas Pressure Alarms

Explains alarms for extrapolated gas pressure values based on defined thresholds.

Gas Measurement History Graphs

Describes viewing historical graphs of key gas parameters like density and pressure.

Setting SF6 Gas Monitoring Alarms

Guides on setting alarm thresholds for SF6 gas monitoring parameters.

SF6 Gas Alarm Summary

Summarizes all available alarms for SF6 gas monitoring.

Required Data for Gas Alarms

Lists the data required from the CB user's manual for setting gas alarm thresholds.

Contact Wear Monitoring

General Description of Contact Wear

Introduces monitoring arcing contact wear to estimate service life and replacement needs.

Interrupted Current Monitoring

Explains monitoring AC current using CTs to measure energy subjected to contacts.

Arcing Time Measurement

Explains the measurement of arcing time, from contact separation to current extinction.

Arcing Time Alarm Setup

Describes setting an alarm for excessive arcing time to ensure fast interruption.

Contact Electrical Wear Calculation

Explains calculating cumulative electrical wear based on interrupted current and arcing time.

Contact Wear Alarm Configuration

Describes setting alarms for cumulative electrical wear to predict replacement needs.

Non-Linear Contact Wear Adjustment

Explains adjusting wear calculation using coefficients for non-linear wear behavior.

Setting Contact Wear Alarms

Guides on setting alarm thresholds for contact wear monitoring.

Contact Wear Alarm Summary

Summarizes all available alarms for contact wear monitoring.

Control Circuit Monitoring

General Description of Control Circuits

Introduces monitoring CB command circuits to ensure command execution.

DC Supply Monitoring

Discusses monitoring DC voltage supply to ensure proper operation of coils.

DC Supply Level Monitoring

Details continuous monitoring of DC voltage sources for coil circuit voltage.

DC Supply Alarms

Describes setting minimum and maximum threshold alarms for DC voltage sources.

Coil Integrity Monitoring

Introduces monitoring coil integrity through current and charge measurements.

Coil Current Measurement and Analysis

Explains measurement of coil current and charge for integrity assessment.

Coil Current Alarm Configuration

Describes setting alarms on maximum mean current thresholds for coils.

Coil Charge Alarm Configuration

Describes setting alarms for minimum and maximum coil charge during operations.

Coil Continuity Monitoring

Explains continuous monitoring of coil circuit continuity outside of operations.

Setting Control Circuit Alarms

Guides on setting alarms for control circuit monitoring parameters.

Control Circuit Alarm Summary

Summarizes all available alarms for control circuit monitoring.

Threshold Values for Control Circuits

Provides guidance for setting DC voltage and coil-related threshold values.

Stored Energy System Monitoring

General Description of Stored Energy Systems

Introduces monitoring spring or pneumatic/hydraulic energy storage mechanisms.

Spring Mechanism Monitoring

Discusses monitoring the spring rewind process, including time and motor current.

Spring Rewind Time Measurement

Explains measurement of the duration of the spring rewinding phase.

Spring Rewind Time Alarms

Describes setting alarms for spring rewind times and cumulative motor run time.

Rewind Motor Current Measurement

Explains measuring current used by the spring rewinding motor.

Rewind Motor Current Alarm

Describes setting alarms for the maximum inrush current of the rewind motor.

Spring Operations Charts

Shows graphs of spring motor current, rewind times, and ambient temperature.

Setting Spring Energy Storage Alarms

Guides on setting alarms for monitoring the spring energy storage mechanism.

Spring Energy Storage Alarm Summary

Summarizes all available alarms for monitoring the spring energy storage mechanism.

Pneumatic/Hydraulic Pressure Monitoring

Introduces monitoring pump operation time and related parameters.

Pump Operation Time Measurement

Explains measurement of pump operation time and reporting of daily statistics.

Pump Operation Alarms

Describes setting alarms for pump starts, run time, and cumulative run time.

Pump Motor Current Measurement

Explains measuring the initial inrush current of the compressor/pump motor.

Pump Motor Current Alarm

Describes setting alarms on the maximum inrush current value of the pump motor.

Related Additional Sensors for Pumps

Discusses using generic analogue channels for monitoring AC supply voltage and tank pressure.

Setting Pump Alarms

Guides on setting alarms for monitoring the hydraulic/pneumatic energy storage mechanism.

Pump Alarm Summary

Summarizes all alarms that can be set for monitoring pump energy storage.

CB Operation Graphs

HMI Graphs Overview

Introduces the ability to view various operation graphs within the web HMI.

Opening Operation Graphs

Shows graphs detailing travel, primary current, coil current, and contact status for opening operations.

Closing Operation Graphs

Shows graphs detailing travel, primary current, coil current, and contact status for closing operations.

Spring Rewind Graphs

Shows graphs of motor current, mean/max values, spring rewind time, and ambient temperature.

Pump Motor Operation Graphs

Shows graphs of pump motor current and related 24h operational statistics.

Viewing Graph History

Explains how to review and compare previously saved operation graphs from the HMI.

Graph Scaling Functionality

Describes how to adjust the scale of graphs by selecting areas with the mouse.

COMTRADE Graphs Overview

Introduces COMTRADE files as a format for downloading circuit breaker operation data.

Downloading COMTRADE Files

Explains the procedure for downloading COMTRADE files from the HMI's System/Downloads area.

Visualising COMTRADE Files

Describes the steps and software needed to view the data and graphs within COMTRADE files.

Heater Monitoring

General Description of Heater Monitoring

Introduces monitoring cabinet temperatures using RTD8 module and PT100 sensors.

Ambient Temperature Measurement

Explains how outside ambient temperature is measured and recorded.

Heater Temperature Monitoring

Discusses monitoring cabinet temperatures to ensure heaters are working correctly.

Winter Heating Monitoring

Explains setting temperature thresholds for cabinets to ensure adequate heating in winter.

Condensation Prevention Monitoring

Explains monitoring temperature differences to prevent condensation in cabinets.

Setting Temperature Alarms

Guides on setting alarms for monitoring temperature parameters.

Temperature Alarm Summary

Summarizes all available alarms for monitoring temperature.

Generic Analogue Channel Monitoring

General Description of Analogue Channels

Introduces up to 4 spare generic analogue channels for monitoring additional values.

Configuration of Generic Channels

Explains how to configure channel names, units, and COMTRADE file integration.

Alarms for Generic Analogue Channels

Describes setting minimum and maximum thresholds to trigger alarms for generic channels.

Dry Contact Relay Alarms

General Description of Alarm Notifications

Introduces the three ways alarms are presented: HMI flags, digital interface, and dry contact relays.

Available Dry Contact Alarm Relays

Describes the K1/K2 relays and optional DO16 module for alarm outputs.

Alarm Assignment to Relays

Explains how to assign alarms to specific relays (K1 or 1-16) in the setup.

Clearing Alarms

Explains how alarms can be cleared manually via the HMI.

Digital Communication Protocols

Available Digital Communication Protocols

Lists available protocols like Modbus, DNP3, and IEC 61850 Ed2.

Remote Assistance Procedures

Generating and Sending Assistance Files

Explains how to generate, download, and send an assistance file for remote support.

Managing Product and System Files

Discusses uploading modified product or system configuration files to the CBW3.

Technical Specifications

Measurement Specifications

Details specifications for continuous and operation measurements.

Continuous Measurement Specifications

Lists specifications for refresh frequency, gas measurements, analogue measurements, and data storage.

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