Instructions

Installation
Operation
Maintenance
SGIM-9068D
SGIM-9068D (Supercedes SGIM-9068C) 1M(10-04) TDS Printed in the U.S.A. © 2004 Siemens Power Transmission & Distribution LLC
SIEMENS is a registered trademark of Siemens AG.
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Overload Relay Checks
Perform “operational checks”: consult the manual for the spe-
cific device for periodic checks and tests.

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Field Service Operation
Siemens can provide competent, well-trained Field Service
Representatives to provide technical guidance and advisory
assistance for the installation, overhaul, repair and mainte-
nance of Siemens equipment, processes and systems.
Contact regional service centers, sales offices or the factory for
details, or telephone Siemens Field Services at 1-800-347-
6659 (919-365-2200 outside the U.S.).
Introduction and Safety.....................................2 Maintenance.................................................34-39
Introduction..........................................................2 Introduction........................................................34
Qualified Person...................................................2 General...............................................................34
Signal Words........................................................2 Recommended Maintenance and Lubrication....34
Dangerous Procedures........................................2 Mechanical and Electrical Operation of the
Field Service Operation........................................2 Controller...............................................34
Vacuum Contactors............................................35
General Description......................................3-19 Shutter Mechanism.............................................35
General.................................................................3 Racking Mechanism Adjustment........................35
Basic Impulse Level.............................................4 Mechanical Interlocks........................................38
Dielectric (Power Frequency Withstand) Test.......4 Electrical Interlocks............................................38
Ratings...............................................................4 Electrical Joints and Terminals..........................38
Medium Voltage Contactors.................................4 Periodic Cleaning...............................................39
Surge Protection...................................................5 Dielectric Test.....................................................39
Isolation and Automatic Shutter Mechanisms.......5 Overload Relay Checks......................................39
Racking Mechanism and Mechanical Interlocks..7 Recommended Torque.......................................39
Medium Voltage Compartment Door Interlock.....7
Contactor Interlock...............................................7 Maintenance After a Fault has Occurred........40
Test Switch............................................................8 Introduction........................................................40
Mechanical Latch.................................................8 General...............................................................40
Detent Lever.........................................................8 Inspection...........................................................40
Contactor Engagement Warning Light.................9 Enclosures..........................................................40
Line Switch Interlock (LSI)....................................9 Terminals and Internal Conductors.....................40
Racking Switch Interlock (RSI).............................9 Contactor............................................................40
Power Fuses (Current-Limiting)..........................12 Overload Relays.................................................40
Use of 96H3 or 97H3 Contactor Fuse Holders......................................................40
in Other Cell Types.................................12 Fuses..................................................................40

Receiving, Handling and Storage...............20-21 Troubleshooting..........................................41-43

Receiving............................................................20 General...............................................................41
Handling.............................................................20
Skid Removal......................................................21
Contactor Removal.............................................21
Storage...............................................................21

Installation...................................................22-30
Introduction........................................................22
Operating Environment.......................................22
Site Preparation and Mounting...........................22
General Pre-Installation Inspection....................22
Grounding..........................................................22
Electrical Connection.........................................22
Contactor Installation..........................................24
Preinstallation Checks........................................24
Installation..........................................................24
Power Cable Termination....................................30
Series 81000 Controllers....................................30
Termination of Lead-Covered Cable...................30
Termination of Shielded Cables..........................30

Operation.....................................................31-33
Pre-Energization Check......................................31
Dielectric Test.....................................................32
Energizing Equipment........................................32

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