Introduction
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1.1 About this documentation
Circuit breaker
The circuit breaker is an integral part of an economically ecient, safe and reliable power
distribution system that is designed to protect personnel and material assets. The platform
device that is described below is available as a variant of the 3WL10 air circuit breaker (ACB) and
the 3VA27 molded case circuit breaker (MCCB).
Scope of validity of this document
This manual is a reference manual for technical information that users will need to congure,
connect, and operate the 3WL10 / 3VA27 circuit breaker and its accessories 3VW8/9.
1.2 Product-specic information
1.2.1 Target readers
Target readers of this documentation
The information contained in this manual is provided for the benet of:
• Users
• Control cabinet manufacturers
• Switchgear manufacturers
• Maintenance personnel
1.2.2 Technical Support
You can nd further support on the Internet at:
TechnicalSupport (
https://www.siemens.com/support-request)
3VA27 molded case circuit breakers & 3WL10 air circuit breakers
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