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GE PowerVac GEK-86132G User Manual

GE PowerVac GEK-86132G
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GEK-86132G Instructions
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PowerVac
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Vacuum Circuit Breaker
with ML-18 or ML-18H Mechanism
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GE PowerVac GEK-86132G Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGE
ModelPowerVac GEK-86132G
CategoryCircuit breakers
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction and Safety

Safety Precautions for Personnel and Equipment

Safety requirements for personnel and equipment, general industry practices.

Essential Maintenance Programs

Importance of maintenance programs, calibration of control devices, and user responsibilities.

Breaker Description and Handling

General Breaker Description

Description of the PowerVac vacuum circuit breaker and its systems.

Summary of Breaker Functionality

Summary of the breaker's function, mechanism type, and control.

Receiving and Inspecting Equipment

Procedures for receiving equipment, inspection for damage, and filing claims.

Proper Breaker Handling Procedures

Recommended methods for lifting and handling the breaker.

Breaker Storage Guidelines

Precautions for proper storage of the breaker.

Breaker Features and Interlocks

Critical Safety Precautions

Warnings and precautions for working with the circuit breaker.

Interlock System Overview

Description of the interlock systems provided with the breaker.

Rating Interference Plate Interlock

Ensures matching breaker and compartment ratings via an interference plate.

Closing Spring Interlock Function

Prevents racking when the closing spring is charged.

Negative Interlock Mechanism

Prevents closing operation by removing the trip latch.

Positive Interlock Bar Operation

Prevents racking of a closed breaker into or out of compartment.

Closing Spring Gag Interlock

Prevents gaged closing spring from entering metalclad unit.

Breaker Operation Procedures

General Operation Overview

General overview of the breaker's operation and mechanism.

Close Spring Charging Process

Details the electrical and manual methods for charging the closing spring.

Closing Operation Steps

Describes the process of closing the circuit breaker.

Opening Operation Steps

Describes the process of opening the circuit breaker.

Trip-Free Operation Explained

Explains the trip-free mechanism and operation.

Electric Control Circuit Details

Mechanical Checks and Slow Closing

Visual Inspection Procedure

Procedure for visually inspecting the breaker for damage.

Manual Closing Spring Charging

Manual charging of the closing spring and indicator.

Closing Spring Gag Installation

Procedure for installing and using the closing spring gag plate.

Performing Slow Closing

Method for manually performing a slow closing operation.

Gag Plate Removal Process

Procedure for removing the closing spring gag plate.

Dimensional Checks for Breaker Performance

Primary Contact Erosion Measurement

Checking for primary contact erosion and replacement criteria.

ML-18 Wipe Spring Compression

Measuring and adjusting wipe spring compression for ML-18.

ML-18H Wipe Spring Compression

Measuring wipe spring compression for ML-18H.

Contact Gap Measurement and Setting

Procedure for measuring and setting the contact gap.

Coil Plunger Gap Checks

Checking and adjusting the coil plunger gap.

Close Coil Plunger Gap Adjustment

Detailed adjustment procedure for the close coil plunger gap.

Trip Coil Plunger Gap Adjustment

Detailed adjustment procedure for the trip coil plunger gap.

LCS and SM/LS Switch Adjustment

Adjustment of LCS and SM/LS switches.

CL/MS Switch Adjustment Procedure

Adjustment of CL/MS switches for ML-18 and ML-18H models.

IL/MS Switch Adjustment Guide

Adjustment procedure for the IL/MS switch.

Electrical Checks and Testing

Electrical Operation Verification

Checking the electrical operation of the breaker.

High-Potential Testing Procedures

Procedures for performing AC and DC high potential testing.

Primary Circuit High-Potential Test

Hipot testing of the primary circuit phase-to-phase and phase-to-ground.

Secondary Circuit High-Potential Test

Hipot testing of the secondary circuit.

Primary Circuit Resistance Measurement

Measuring primary circuit resistance.

Vacuum Interrupter Integrity Test

Testing the integrity of the vacuum interrupters.

Insulation Resistance Tests

Performing insulation resistance tests.

Breaker Installation and Checking

Routine Maintenance Procedures

General Maintenance Information

General design features for low maintenance.

PowerVac Interrupter Maintenance

Information on the vacuum interrupter's maintenance-free design.

Trouble Reporting Format

Recommended format for reporting troubles.

Service Conditions Impact on Maintenance

How service conditions affect maintenance intervals.

Maintenance After Fault Interruptions

Maintenance requirements after fault interruptions.

Contact Erosion Checks

Checking and replacing based on contact erosion.

Transfer Finger Wear Inspection

Inspecting transfer finger wear and replacement criteria.

Mechanism Inspection

Checking and tightening mechanism hardware.

Primary Insulation Parts Cleaning

Cleaning primary insulation parts.

Lubrication of Mechanism Components

Proper lubrication procedures for the mechanism.

Recommended Maintenance Schedule

Summary of recommended maintenance checks.

Breaker Timing and Speed Checks

Opening and Closing Speed Adjustment

Repair and Replacement Procedures

General Repair Information

Overview of repair and replacement procedures.

Interrupter Assembly Replacement

Detailed steps for replacing interrupter assemblies.

Primary Disconnect Fingers Replacement

Procedure for removing and replacing primary disconnect fingers.

Mechanism Component Information

Information on mechanism parts like pin retaining rings.

Control Switch Replacement

Procedures for removing and replacing control switches.

Trip Coil Replacement Guide

Tools and steps for replacing the trip coil.

Closing Coil Replacement Steps

Steps for replacing the closing coil.

Auxiliary Switch Replacement

Procedure for replacing auxiliary switches.

Motor Replacement Procedure

Steps for replacing the charge motor.

'Y' Relay Replacement Guide

Procedure for replacing the 'Y' relay.

Renewal Parts Ordering and Mechanical Adjustments

Ordering Renewal Parts

Guidelines for ordering replacement parts.

General Mechanical Adjustments

General information on mechanical adjustments.

Wipe Adjustment Procedure

Procedure for adjusting primary contact wipe.

Contact Gap Adjustment Procedure

Procedure for adjusting the primary contact gap.

Trip Coil Plunger Adjustment

Adjustment procedure for the trip coil plunger.

Close Coil Plunger Adjustment

Adjustment procedure for the close coil plunger.

Close Latch Stop Bolt Adjustment

Adjustment of the close latch stop bolt.

Close Spring Discharge Interlock Adjustment

Adjustment of the close spring discharge interlock.

Negative Interlock Adjustment

Adjustment of the negative interlock.

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