S&C Series 2000 Circuit-Switchers Model 2020 — With Vertical Interrupters

Outdoor Transmission, 69 kV through 138 kV and Side-Break Power-Operated Disconnect

Installation and Operation

Table of Contents

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ������� 2 Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ���� 10

Qualified Persons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . �������� 2 Before Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ������ 11
Read this Instruction Sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . �������� 2 Installing the Mounting Pedestals and High-
Retain this Instruction Sheet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . �������� 2 Speed Base. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ������12
Proper Application. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . �������� 2 Installing the Switch Operator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ������14
Usual Operating Conditions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . �������� 2 Installing the Disconnect Pole-Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ������16
Special Warranty Provisions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . �������� 3 Installing the Interrupters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ������18
Warranty Qualifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . �������� 3 Connecting the Operator and Pole-Units to the
High-Speed Power Train . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ����� 21
Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ������� 4
Connecting Conductors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ����� 27
Understanding Safety-Alert Messages . . . . . . . . . . . �������� 4 Remove the Interrupter Containers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ����� 27
Following Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .�������� 4 Setting up the Operator and Checkout. . . . . . . . . . . . ����� 28
Replacement Instructions and Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . �������� 4 Adjusting Auxiliary-Switch Contacts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ����� 32
Location of Safety Labels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . �������� 5
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ���� 33
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ������� 7 Understanding Trip-Free Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ����� 33
Shipping and Handling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ������� 8 Electrical Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ����� 33

Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . �������� 8 Manual Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ����� 34

Packing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . �������� 8 Decoupling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ����� 35

Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . �������� 9 Understanding the GAS PRESSURE Indicator

and Safety Relief Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ����� 36
Understanding the Optional Remote
Gas-Density Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ����� 36
Inspection Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ����� 37

August 5, 2024
© S&C Electric Company 1989-2024, all rights reserved
Instruction Sheet 716-504
Introduction

Qualified Persons
WARNING
Only qualified persons knowledgeable in the installation, operation, and maintenance
of overhead and underground electric distribution equipment, along with all
associated hazards, may install, operate, and maintain the equipment covered by this
publication. A qualified person is someone trained and competent in:
● The skills and techniques necessary to distinguish exposed live parts from
nonlive parts of electrical equipment
● The skills and techniques necessary to determine the proper approach distances
corresponding to the voltages to which the qualified person will be exposed
● The proper use of special precautionary techniques, personal protective
equipment, insulated and shielding materials, and insulated tools for working on
or near exposed energized parts of electrical equipment
These instructions are intended only for such qualified persons. They are not intended
to be a substitute for adequate training and experience in safety procedures for this
type of equipment.

Read this
Instruction Sheet
NOTICE
Thoroughly and carefully read this instruction sheet and all materials included in the
product’s instruction handbook before installing or operating a Model 2020 Series
2000 Circuit-Switcher. Become familiar with the Safety Information on pages 4
through 6 and Safety Precautions on page 7. The latest version of this
publication is available online in PDF format at sandc.com/en/contact-us/product-
literature/.

Retain this This instruction sheet is a permanent part of a Model 2020 Series 2000 Circuit-Switcher.
Instruction Sheet Designate a location where users can easily retrieve and refer to this publication.

Proper Application
WARNING
The equipment in this publication is only intended for a specific application. The
application must be within the ratings furnished for the equipment. Ratings for the
Model 2020 Series 2000 Circuit-Switcher are listed in the ratings table in Specification
Bulletin 716-31. The ratings are also on the nameplate affixed to the product.

Usual Operating Series 2000 Circuit-Switchers will perform as intended at temperatures within the range
Conditions of –40°C to +40°C (-40°F to +104°F), at altitudes of up to 5000 feet (1524 m), and at wind
loadings of up to 90 miles (145 km) per hour. Further, Series 2000 Circuit-Switchers, when
installed with the recommended S&C anchor bolts and with flexible-conductor connec-
tions at all six terminal pads, are capable of withstanding seismic loading of 0.2 g ground
acceleration in any direction as well as performing as intended during such loading and
afterward. For applications at temperatures not within the specified range, at higher alti-
tudes, at higher wind loadings, or where higher seismic withstand capabilities are required,
refer to the nearest S&C Sales Office.

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 Introduction

Special Warranty The standard warranty contained in the seller’s standard conditions of sale, as set forth
Provisions in Price Sheet 150, applies to S&C Series 2000 Circuit-Switchers and associated options,
except that the first paragraph of said warranty is replaced by the following:
(1) General: The seller warrants to the purchaser for a period of five years from the
date of shipment that the equipment delivered will be of the kind and quality specified in
the contract description and will be free of defects of workmanship and material. Should
any failure to conform to this warranty appear under proper and normal use within five
years after the date of ship­ment the seller agrees, upon prompt notification thereof and
confirmation that the equipment has been stored, installed, operated, inspected, and main­
tained in accordance with recommendations of the seller and standard industry practice,
to correct the nonconformity either by repairing any damaged or defective parts of the
equipment or (at seller’s option) by shipment of necessary replacement parts.
Replacement parts provided by the seller under the warranty for the original equip-
ment will be covered by the original-equipment warranty for its duration. Replacement
parts purchased separately will be cov­ered by the warranty contained in the seller’s
standard conditions of sale, as set forth in Price Sheet 150.
Warranty Warranty of Series 2000 Circuit-Switchers is contingent upon both of the following:
Qualifications ● Installation and adjustment of Series 2000 Circuit-Switchers in accordance with S&C’s
applicable instruction sheets
● Conformance with the inspection recommendations defined in S&C Instruction
Sheet 716-590

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Safety Information

Understanding Several types of safety-alert messages may appear throughout this instruction sheet and on
Safety-Alert labels and tags attached to the product. Become familiar with these types of messages and
the importance of these various signal words:
Messages
DANGER
“DANGER” identifies the most serious and immediate hazards that will likely result in
serious personal injury or death if instructions, including recommended precautions,
are not followed.

WARNING
“WARNING” identifies hazards or unsafe practices that can result in serious personal
injury or death if instructions, including recommended precautions, are not followed.

CAUTION
“CAUTION” identifies hazards or unsafe practices that can result in minor personal
injury if instructions, including recommended precautions, are not followed.

NOTICE
“NOTICE” identifies important procedures or requirements that can result in product or
property damage if instructions are not followed.

Following Safety If any portion of this instruction sheet is unclear and assistance is needed, contact the
Instructions nearest S&C Sales Office or S&C Authorized Distributor. Their telephone numbers are
listed on S&C’s website sandc.com, or call the S&C Global Support and Monitoring Center
at 1-888-762-1100.

NOTICE

Read this instruction sheet thoroughly and carefully before

installing a Model 2020 Series 2000 Circuit-Switcher.

Replacement If additional copies of this instruction sheet are required, contact the nearest S&C Sales
Instructions Office, S&C Authorized Distributor, S&C Headquarters, or S&C Electric Canada Ltd.
and Labels It is important that any missing, damaged, or faded labels on the equipment be
replaced immediately. Replacement labels are available by contacting the nearest S&C
Sales Office, S&C Authorized Distributor, S&C Headquarters, or S&C Electric Canada Ltd.

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 Safety Information

Location of Safety Labels

ÇCAUTION
Transition box contains a stop bracket and spacer
Ç CAUTION

E
which must be removed during installation, in the
manner described in the S&C instruction sheet
Do not attempt to close
furnished with this Circuit-Switcher. Failure to do so Circuit-Switcher using
can result in damage to the Circuit-Switcher when manual trip lever.
operated. Damage to mechanism

F
may result.
G-5807 Rev. 003
S&C ELECTRIC COMPANY
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60626 MADE IN U.S.A. Ç CAUTION
S&C ELECTRIC COMPANY
REMOVE the interrupter operating-rod holding bracket, stop bracket and CHICAGO ILLINOIS
G-6222 Rev. 001
spacer during installation.
These packing parts are used to secure the switch during shipping and
installation. Instructions for when to remove the packing are in the Series
2000 Circuit-Switcher installation instruction sheet.
Back
M
Failure to remove the packing may result in equipment damage or injury.

A
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
G-5951 Rev. 001 MADE IN U.S.A.

B L IMPORTANT
Access shutter is inter-
locked with interrupters.
Trip interrupters, open
access shutter, and engage
operating shaft. Then rotate
shaft, clockwise only, to
S&C Series 2000 Circuit-Switcher Models 2020 & 2025 open integral disconnect.
CAUTION G-5675R1
Do not apply control voltage to this device or manually operate it until installation has been

PRESSURE SENSITIVE STRIP REVERSE SIDE ONLY

PRESSURE SENSITIVE STRIP REVERSE SIDE ONLY

completed and the following items have been checked. Damage to the Circuit-Switcher can result!
1. At each transition box: 3. All other pinned connections have been

C
made and all bolted connections have
• The operating-rod holding bracket, stop
been securely tightened.
bracket, and spacer have been removed
from the interrupter 4. At the operator:

G
• The interrupter coupling has been • Correct polarity has been observed on
connected to its insulated operating dc-control-voltage models.
rod link.
2. In the cross base:
• Each insulated operating rod has been
connected to the interphase drive

Connecting-Pin Installation • The interphase drive lever has been

connected to the operator uni-ball coupling
• The adjustable locking rod attached to the
Connecting Pin interphase drive lever has been removed.
Refer to the S&C instruction sheet furnished with this Circuit-Switcher.
Pin Link, connecting G-5947

Retaining
Clip pin, and pin retain-
ing clip must be posi-
tioned as shown.
IMPORTANT:
Link

H
After connecting
link to coupling,
Stop remove 5/16 screw,
Bracket
stop bracket, and
spacer before operat-
5/16 Screw ing Circuit-Switcher.
Spacer

S&C ELECTRIC COMPANY

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
G-5685R1 MADE IN U.S.A.

J
INSTRUCTION FOR FUSE SLUGS
For Series 2000 Operators

When the Circuit-Switcher is ready to be placed in service, the motor-and-closing

circuit fuses can—at the user’s option—be replaced with the enclosed slugs. This
practice is recommended for increased reliability because low-voltage fuses can be
damaged by the repeated inrush current experienced during normal Circuit-
Switcher opening and closing operations and can thus sneak out, leaving the

K
Circuit-Switcher inoperable.
Before replacing these fuses with slugs, make certain that the control-source
battery is adequately protected to prevent discharge, using fuses or circuit breakers
located at the battery bus.

G-5939 REV. 001 CHICAGO, ILLINOIS MADE IN U.S.A.

Ç WARNING Ç WARNING
DO NOT LIFT SWITCH WITH THIS BRACKET.
BRACKET MAY ONLY BE USED TO LIFT INTERRUPTER
AND SUPPORT COLUMN. DO NOT remove steel outer wrapper until installation
DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT OR PERSONAL INJURY MAY is complete.
RESULT.
G-5713 REV. 001 S&C ELECTRIC COMPANY MADE IN U.S.A.
Interrupter contains gas under pressure.

P Injury or damage to equipment may result.

Q G-5699 Rev.003
S&C ELECTRIC COMPANY
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60626 MADE IN U.S.A.

N Ç WARNING
DO NOT remove steel outer
wrapper until installation is

R
complete.
Base of Interrupter Interrupter contains gas under
pressure.
Injury or damage to equipment
may result.
S&C ELECTRIC COMPANY
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
G-5993 REV. 003 MADE IN U.S.A.

T Ç CAUTION
CONNECT the insulated operating rod to the interphase drive in the cross
S ÇCAUTION
CONNECT the interphase drive lever to the operator uni-ball coupling with
base using the attached pin. the attached pin.

(Not visible) Instructions for making the connection are in the Series 2000 Circuit-Switcher
installation instruction sheet.
(Not visible) An adjustable locking rod is provided to assist in making the connection. The
locking rod must be removed after installation. The locking rod is used to
Failure to connect interphase drive pin may result in equipment damage or secure the switch during shipping and installation. Instructions for when to
injury. remove the locking rod and how to connect the interphase drive are in the
Series 2000 Circuit-Switcher installation instruction sheet.
Failure to properly install the drive lever may result in equipment damage or
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
G-5950 Rev. 001 MADE IN U.S.A. injury. S&C ELECTRIC COMPANY
G-5949 Rev. 001 CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60626 MADE IN U.S.A.

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Safety Information

Reorder Information for Safety Labels

Location Safety Alert Message Description Part Number

A CAUTION Transition box contains a stop bracket and spacer... G-5807●

B CAUTION Remove the interrupter operating-rod holding bracket and spacer... G-5951●

C INSTRUCTION Connecting-Pin Installation G-5685■

D INSTRUCTION Attaching Operator Connecting Link G-5792●

E INSTRUCTION Instructions-Operation, Gas Pressure Indicator, and Manual Handle G-5670 ■

F CAUTION “C”–Shaped Clevis at lower end... G-6082

G INSTRUCTION Access Shutter G-5675■

48 Vdc G-5948-1

H CAUTION Control Voltage 125 Vdc G-5948-2

115 V 60 Hz G-5948-3

J INSTRUCTION Fuse Slugs G-5939●

K CAUTION Do not apply control voltage or insert motor-and-closing circuit fuseholder. G-5959▲

L CAUTION Do not apply control voltage to this device... G-5947▲

M CAUTION Do not attempt to close Circuit-Switcher using manual trip lever... G-6222

N INSTRUCTION Coupling Preparation G-5684●

P WARNING Do not lift switch with this bracket... G-5713▲

Q WARNING Do not remove steel over wrapper until installation is complete... G-5699▲

R WARNING Do not remove... G-5993▲

S CAUTION Connect the interphase locking rod... G-5949●

T CAUTION Connect the interphase operating rod... G-5950●

● This tag is to be removed and discarded after the switch is installed and adjusted.
■ This label contains important instructions and should be promptly replaced if illegible or missing.
▲ This label is affixed to the shipping package and will be removed and discarded after the switch is installed and adjusted.

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 Safety Precautions

DANGER
Series 2000 Circuit-Switchers operate at high voltage. Failure to observe the
precautions below will result in serious personal injury or death.
Some of these precautions may differ from your company’s operating procedures and rules.
Where a discrepancy exists, follow your company’s operating procedures and rules.
1. QUALIFIED PERSONS. Access to substation 5. CIRCUIT-SWITCHER POSITION. Always confirm
switching equipment must be restricted only to the circuit-switcher Open/Close position by visually
qualified persons. See the “Qualified Persons” observing the position of the switch position
section on page 2. indicator located on the high-speed base. Switches
2. SAFETY PROCEDURES. Always follow safe may be energized from either side.
operating procedures and rules. 6. MAINTAINING PROPER CLEARANCE. Always
3. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT. Always maintain proper clearance from energized
use suitable protective equipment such as rubber components.
gloves, rubber mats, hard hats, safety glasses, fall 7. OPERATION. Circuit-making and circuit-breaking
protection, and flash clothing in accordance with are involved in the normal operation of this
safe operating procedures and rules. interrupter switch. To operate, follow the operating
4. ENERGIZED COMPONENTS. Always consider all procedure as outlined on page 34.
parts live until de-energized, tested, and grounded.

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Shipping and Handling

Inspection Examine the shipment for damage as soon after receipt as possible, preferably before
removal from the carrier’s conveyance. Check the bill of lading to make sure all shipping
skids, crates, and containers listed are present.
If there is visible loss and/or damage:
1. Notify the delivering carrier immediately.
2. Ask for a carrier inspection.
3. Note the condition of shipment on all copies of the delivery receipt.
4. File a claim with the carrier.
If concealed damage is discovered:
1. Notify the delivering carrier within 15 days of receipt of shipment.
2. Ask for a carrier inspection.
3. File a claim with the carrier.
Also, notify S&C Electric Company in all instances of loss and damage.
Packing An S&C catalog drawing is located in a water-resistant envelope attached to the wrapper
around one of the insulating support columns. Study this drawing carefully and check
the bill of material to verify all parts are available. The Model 2020 Series 2000 Circuit-
Switcher shipment should include the items shown in Figure 1 on page 10 and Figure 2
on page 11.

CAUTION
DO NOT mix components from different installations.
The Series 2000 Circuit-Switcher is completely factory-assembled and thoroughly
tested. To speed installation and maintain the proper adjustment of the circuit-switcher
and switch operator made in the factory, components belonging to a specific circuit-
switcher installation must not be intermixed with components belonging to a different
installation.
Each Series 2000 Circuit-Switcher is serially numbered. This serial number appears
on the circuit-switcher high-speed base, pole units, mounting pedestals, and the
operator.
Mixing parts from different circuit-switchers will result in significant damage to
the switch operator and misoperation of the circuit-switcher, which could cause
personal injury.

S&C maintains a historical record, by serial number, of every circuit-switcher

produced. This record lists information pertinent to each installation, such as application,
date of shipment, and any service performed by S&C factory service specialists. This
record is an invaluable reference for future maintenance, modifications, or replacements.
The shipment contains:
● Three pole-unit assemblies (Each pole-unit contains one stationary support insulator,
one rotating insulating support column, and a blade and contact assembly.)
● Three interrupters, mounted to the high-speed base for shipping

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 Shipping and Handling

● A high-speed base enclosing the high-speed power train

● The appropriate number of mounting pedestals:
○ A single pedestal is used for circuit-switchers rated 69 kV (with 48-inch [122-cm]
phase spacing).
○ Two pedestals are used for circuit-switchers rated 69 kV (with 84-inch [213-cm]
phase spacing), 115 kV and 138 kV
● A Series 2000 Circuit-Switcher operator
● A container of miscellaneous operating-mechanism components and hardware, all
individually identified
● Any optional features or accessories specified, such as a grounding switch
An S&C catalog drawing is located in a water-resistant envelope attached to the
wrapper around one of the insulating support columns. Study this drawing carefully and
check the bill of material to verify all parts are available. The Model 2020 Series 2000
Circuit-Switcher shipment should include the items shown in Figure 1 on page 10 and
Figure 2 on page 11.

WARNING
Do not disassemble or modify the interrupters. The interrupters are pressurized at
75 PSIG. Serious personal injury can result.

Storage
NOTICE
Connect control power to the switch operator when storing it outdoors. The switch
operator is equipped with a space heater that must be energized during storage to
prevent condensation and corrosion within the operator enclosure.

If the circuit-switcher must be stored before installation, keep it in a clean, dry, and corro-
sion-free area to protect it from damage. Make sure each skid rests firmly on the ground
and is reasonably level.
Shoring under the skids may be necessary if the ground is uneven. If storing outdoors
or in a non-climate controlled area, connect control power to the space heater inside the
Series 2000 Switch Operator per the wiring diagram furnished. Inspect the circuit-switcher
regularly when storing for prolonged periods.

NOTICE
Complete and mail the circuit-switcher registration card (enclosed in a vinyl envelope
located inside the operator) after the circuit-switcher has been installed. The
information requested on this card is vital to ensure prompt notification should field
modifications be needed.

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Installation

Pressure-relief device and LOW

GAS PRESSURE indicator

Interrupter

Disconnect blade

Insulating
support
column
Disconnect
power train

Support brace

SWITCH POSITION
indicator

High-speed base — contains

Support arm interrupter power train
Operator

Operator
support plate

Figure 1. A Model 202 Series 2000 Circuit-Switcher rating 138 kV.

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 Installation

Before Starting

WARNING
Do not remove the containers from the interrupters Pole-unit
or the plastic bubble wrap from the insulating
support columns until the installation is complete.
Equipment damage or personal injury
may result.

Support Interrupter
NOTICE arms (inside
Bolted and Pinned Connections: A typical bolted container)
connection requires a flat washer underneath the
cap screw and one under the nut. When self-locking
hex nuts are specified, the threads of the associated
cap screw must be lubricated with a general-
purpose grease to facilitate tightening. All pins and
cotter pins used in field assembly should also be
lubricated to facilitate insertion. High-Speed base Mounting pedestal

Figure 2. A typical shipment of a Model 2020 Series

Before starting installation, complete these steps:
2000 Circuit-Switcher. The operator is shipped on a
Step 1. Use a steel strapping cutter to cut the steel separate skid.
straps binding the mounting pedestals and
support arms to the high-speed base. Also cut
the straps binding the container of operating
mechanism components and hardware and the
straps that bind the pole-units. See Figure 2.
Step 2. Remove the wood bracing between the pole-
unit terminal pads.

CAUTION
The foundations and anchor bolts for S&C
Mounting Pedestals must be designed
to meet the loading limits specified in
S&C Data Bulletin 716-61. Failure to
meet these loading limits can result in
personal injury or equipment damage.

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Installation

Installing the Mounting Pedestals

and High-Speed Base Two nuts and two
Install each pedestal as follows: Pedestal flat washers provide
leveling means
Step 1. Install the lower set of anchor-bolt nuts and Anchor bolts
flat washers onto the pre-installed anchor Concrete pad
bolts. Level all anchor bolts to the same height,
leaving space below and above the bolt for
leveling. See Figure 3.
Step 2. Install the temporary eyebolts into the holes
provided at the top of the mounting pedestal.
Attach the lifting slings to the eyebolts.
Figure 4.
Figure 3. Pedestal anchor-bolt mounting detail.
Step 3. Lift the pedestal over the anchor bolts. Before
lowering, make sure the grounding pad is posi-
tioned properly for the installation. Refer to
the accompanying catalog drawing for details.
Figure 4 . Eye bolts

Step 4. Lower the pedestal onto the anchor-bolt nuts

and flat washers. Loosely secure a flat washer
and nut to each anchor bolt. See Figure 3.
Remove the lifting slings and eyebolts.
Step 5. Adjust the lower set of anchor-bolt nuts to
plumb and level the pedestal. The upper set
of anchor-bolt nuts should remain loosely
attached. See Figure 3.
Step 6. Attach the support arms to the mounting pedes-
tals as shown on the catalog drawing using
⅝–11×1¼-inch hex-head galvanized steel cap Grounding pad
screws and flat washers furnished. Torque the
cap screws to 75 ft-lbs (101.7 Nm). See Figure 1
on page 10.
Step 7. Install the covers to the tops of each mounting
Figure 4. Lifting the pedestal into position.
pedestal using ½–13×2-inch hex-head galva- Hoist the high-speed base using a crane.
nized steel cap screws, flat washers, and
self-locking hex nuts furnished. (Not appli-
Interrupter lifting bracket Protective cover at pole-
cable to 69-kV circuit-switchers with 48-inch unit Mounting position.
(122-cm) phase spacing.) Securely tighten the
cap screws.
Step 8. Attach the supplied lifting angles to the high-
speed base using the ½–12×1¼-inch hex-head
galvanized steel cap screws furnished. See
Figure 5. Securely tighten the cap screws, and
then attach four suitable lifting slings to the
lifting angles.

Lifting angle
Interrupter POSITION
shipping bracket indicator
and clamps

Figure 5. Hoisting the high-speed base using a crane.

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 Installation

Unbolt the high-speed base from the

shipping skids and lift the high-speed base,
with interrupters attached, atop the support
arm gussets, as shown on the catalog drawing.
Avoid sudden starts and stops. Verify the
SWITCH POSITION indicator on the base is
visible on the desired side (this is also the side
on which the operator door will open.)
On the 69-kV circuit-switchers with
48-inch (122-cm) phase spacing: Support
arm gussets are not used; the high-speed base
is attached atop the mounting pedestal using
⅝–11×2¼-inch hex-head galvanized steel cap
screws, flat washers, and self-locking nuts.

CAUTION
The operator directly drives the
interrupters open and closed through a
simple high-speed power train leading
from the top of the operator, through a
horizontal interphase linkage enclosed in
a steel-sheathed high-speed base and to
reciprocating-action insulated operating
rods passing through the center of the
insulating support columns. Permanently
lubricated bearings are used throughout
the power train. The high-speed base has
been fully pre-assembled and adjusted at
the factory. Do not disassemble the high-
speed base or high-speed power train.
Damage to the high-speed base and
personal injury may result.

Step 9. Loosely bolt the high-speed base to the support

arms using the ½–12×2-inch hex-head galva-
nized steel cap screws, flat washers, and
self-locking hex nuts furnished.
Lubricate the bolts to facilitate tightening.
Use a level to verify the high-speed base is hori-
zontal, both lengthwise and sideways. Adjust
the lower set of anchor-bolt nuts at the pedes-
tals to achieve level. See Figure 3 on page 12.
If necessary, loosen the ⅝–11×1¼-inch
hex head galvanized steel cap screws attaching
the support arms to the mounting pedestals,
reposition the support arms, and retighten the
cap screws.

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Step 10. Examine the bottom of the high-speed base

where it comes in contact with the support High-s
peed b
arms. If necessary, install shims between ase
the high-speed base and the support arms to Bolts
compensate for any gaps greater than ⅛-inch Shims (if required)
(3 mm) between the mating surfaces. See
Figure 6.
Tighten the bolts on the high-speed base to
75 ft-lbs (101.7 Nm).
On 69-kV circuit-switchers with
48-inch (122-cm) phase spacing: Support Pedestal
arm gussets are not used; the high-speed base
is attached atop the mounting pedestal using
⅝–11×2¼-inch hex-head galvanized steel cap
screws, flat washers, and self-locking hex nuts. Figure 6. Shimming under the high-speed base for gaps of
Shim between the high-speed base and the more than ⅛-inch (3 mm). (69-kV shown, 115- and 138-kV
pedestal if necessary. are similar.)
Step 11. Refer to the catalog drawing and attach the
support brace to the support arms using the
spacers, ½–12×2-inch hex-head galvanized Bottom plate
steel cap screws, flat washers, and self-locking
hex nuts furnished. Securely tighten the associ-
ated cap screws.

Installing the Switch Operator

Complete the following steps to install the operator:
Step 1. Loosen the ½–13×1¼-inch galvanized steel cap
screws, flat washers, and nuts used to attach
the bottom plates and lifting angles to the
underside of the high-speed base. Remove the
plates and place them and their hardware aside
on a clean surface. Discard the lifting angles. Figure 7. Removing the bottom plates from the high-
See Figure 7. speed base.
Remove the ¾-inch stainless-steel pin
and cotter pin from the inter-phase drive lever
enclosed in the high-speed base. See Figure 8.
Retain for re-use in Step 1 page 21.
Pin and cotter pin
CAUTION
Do not attempt to set the operator upright
by slinging to the skid. The skid is not
designed to carry the weight of the switch
operator. Damage to the operator and
minor personal injury may result.

Figure 8. Removing the ¾-inch (19-mm) stainless steel pin

and cotter pin from the interphase drive lever inside the
high-speed base.

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Step 2. Wrap a lifting sling around the stored-energy

housing of the operator, as shown in Figure 9.
Carefully raise the operator to the upright Stored-energy housing Packing
position so it rests on its skid.

CAUTION
Do not remove the lifting sling around
the stored-energy housing. The operator
is top-heavy and must be adequately
supported until it is attached to the circuit-
switcher. Damage to the operator or
minor personal injury may result.

Step 3. Remove the skid and bracing running the

length of the operator, stored-energy housing,
and operator support tube. See Figure 9. Also Figure 9. (Right and Left) A typical shipment of a Series
remove the protective packing on top of the 2000 operator. Wrap lifting slings around the stored-energy
operator support tube as well as the protective housing to raise the operator to the Upright position.
covers on the operator enclosure louvers. See
Figure 9 and Figure 10.
Step 4. Reposition the lifting sling around the front of
the stored-energy housing and wrap another
lifting sling around the back of the stored-en-
ergy housing, as shown in Figure 10. Face
the operator door the same direction as the Uni-ball coupling
SWITCH POSITION indicator on the high-speed Holes for Operator
base. Hoist the operator into place. ½–13×2¾-inch support tube
hex-head galvanized mounting plate
steel cap screws,
NOTICE flat washers, and Operator
self-locking nuts support tube
Do not damage the uni-ball coupling
on the operator connecting link during
hoisting and attachment of the operator. Stored-energy
The uni-ball coupling cannot be replaced housing
in the field. Damage will necessitate
returning the operator for replacement.

Step 5. Attach the operator support tube mounting

plate to the underside of the high-speed base
using four ½–13×1¾-inch hex-head galvanized
steel cap screws, flat washers, and self-locking Uni-ball coupling
hex nuts. Lubricate the bolts to facilitate tight-
ening. Tighten all four screws securely.

Operator support
angles

Figure 10. Hoisting the operator into position below the

high-speed base using a lifting crane.

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Step 6. Attach the operator support angle to the

appropriate mounting pedestal using two
⅝–11×14-inch hex-head galvanized steel cap
screws, four flat washers, and two self-locking
hex nuts. Refer to the catalog drawing for exact
placement. See Figure 10 on page 15.
Attach the operator support plate to the
angle on the operator and the angle on the
mounting pedestal using four ½–13×1½-inch
hex-head galvanized steel cap screws, flat
washers, and self-locking hex nuts furnished.
Lubricate the bolts to facilitate tightening.
Securely tighten the screws. On circuit-
switchers with two mounting pedestals, insert
the hole plugs furnished into all unused holes
in the pedestals.

Installing the Disconnect Pole-Units

NOTICE
The pole-units are numbered “Pole 1,” “Pole 2,”
and “Pole 3.” Make sure to install the pole-units
in the order marked on the catalog drawing. The
pole numbers do not have to correspond with your
system’s phase designations.

NOTICE
Do not disassemble the insulating support
columns. The insulating support columns, are
filled with lubricated dielectric filler that prevents
contamination from affecting the dielectric integrity of
the column or the insulated operating rod. An aerator
is used at the upper end of each support column
to prevent water from being pumped in because of
pressure differentials caused by temperature cycling.
Disassembling the insulating support column
will cause the lubricated filler to evacuate.

WARNING
Lift the pole-unit by the pole-unit base only. Do
not attempt to lift the pole-unit by the interrupter or
other live parts. Lifting the pole-unit by any other
means can cause damage to the pole-unit or
personal injury.

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Complete the following steps to install the disconnect

pole-units:
Insulating
Step 1. For 69-kV circuit-switchers with 48-inch
Support
(122-cm) phase spacing: Level the support Column
brace to the same elevation as the high-speed
base. If necessary, loosen the cap screws used
to attach the outboard pole-unit channel bases Eyebolts
to the high-speed base and support brace, and (not furnished)
shift the pole-units to level the support brace.
Securely tighten the cap screws.
For 69-kV to138kV circuit-switchers Shipping bracket
with all other phase spacings: for insulated
(a) Install four eyebolts on each pole-unit operating rod
base. See Figure 11.
(b) Attach four suitable lifting slings to Figure 11. Hoisting the pole-unit.
the channel base of the pole-unit to be
mounted at the center of the high-speed
base—marked “Pole 2”—as shown in
Figure 11. Attach an additional sling
around the support insulator as shown in
Figure 11. This sling is required to maintain
stability during lifting.
(c) Make sure the rigging does not stress the
disconnect. Unbolt the base from the skid.
Raise the pole-unit a few feet, and then
remove the two ½–13×1¾-inch hex-head
galvanized steel cap screws, flat washers,
and hex nuts which attach the shipping
bracket to the bottom of the pole-unit
channel base. Discard the shipping bracket
and associated hardware.
(d) Remove the ½–inch silicon-bronze pin and
cotter pin from the insulated operating rod.
Retain these pins for re-use in Step 4(g) on
page 20.
(e) Remove the protective cover on the high-
speed base at the pole-unit Mounting
position. See Figure 5 on page 12.
Continue to raise the pole-unit to its
mounting position at the center of the
high-speed base, as shown on the catalog
drawing. Carefully guide the pole-unit
to avoid damaging the insulated oper-
ating rod.

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(f) Attach the pole-unit base to the high-speed

base using the ½–12×1¾-inch hex-head
galvanized steel cap screws, flat washers,
and self-locking hex nuts furnished. Lubri- Shipping bracket
cate the cap screws to facilitate tightening.
(g) Attach the pole-unit channel base to the
support brace using the ½–13×1½-inch
hex-head galvanized steel cap screws,
flat washers, and self-locking hex nuts
furnished. Securely tighten all cap screws.
(h) Shims are furnished. Install them as
necessary between the pole-unit channel Shipping hardware
base and the disconnect-end support arm (1) not shown
channel assembly to compensate for any
irregularities between the mating surfaces.
Figure 12. Shipping clamps for the Series 2000 Circuit-
Step 2. Repeat Steps 1(a) through 1(h) for the two Switcher interrupters.
outboard pole-units marked “Pole 1” and
“Pole 3.”
Lifting sling

Installing the Interrupters Interrupter lifting bracket

NOTICE
Interrupters and disconnect pole-units are numbered
“Pole1,” “Pole 2,” and “Pole 3.” Make sure to install
the interrupter to its corresponding pole-unit.

Complete the following steps to install the interrupters:

Step 1. Attach a lifting sling to the lifting bracket on
one of the interrupters. Remove and discard
the clamps and associated ½-inch galvanized ½ –13-inch stainless steel
studs, Belleville washers, and
steel hardware that fasten the interrupter stainless steel hex-head nuts
shipping bracket to the high-speed base and
carefully lift the interrupter slightly higher than
the top of the transition box of its associated Shipping cover (removed)
insulating support column. See Figure 13. Positioning marks

Step 2. Remove the four ½–13-inch stainless steel hex Transition box
nuts and Belleville washers used to attach the
interrupter shipping bracket to the threaded
studs on the interrupter. See Figure 12. Discard Access cover (removed)
the shipping bracket but retain the Belleville
washers and nuts for re-use in Step 4(f)
on page 20. Shipping cover

Figure 13. Attaching the interrupter to the insulating

support column.

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Step 3. Prepare the interrupter for attachment to its

insulating support column as follows: Operating rod in the Operating rod in the
(a) Remove and discard the two #10–32 Shipping position fully Open position
screws that connect the operating-rod
holding bracket (marked with a black/
yellow-striped label) for shipment. See
Figure 14.

CAUTION
The operating rod is under pressure.
Removal of the bracket may result in Coupling
the operating rod quickly moving down #10–32 Connecting
screws pin
approximately 3/8-inch (9.5 mm). Keep
hands clear of the operating rod when
Operating rod holding
removing the shipping bracket. Injury bracket (marked with a
to hands may result. black/yellow-striped label)

(b) Pull the holding bracket to move the oper-

ating rod to its fully Open position. See Figure 14. Preparing the interrupter for attachment to the
Figure 14. insulating support column.

(c) Remove the connecting pin used to attach

the holding bracket to the coupling. Retain
the connecting pin for re-use in Step 4(h)
on page 20). Discard the holding bracket.
See Figure 14.
Step 4. Attach the interrupter to its insulating support
column as follows:
(a) Remove and discard the shipping cover on
top of the transition box. See Figure 13 on
page 18, inset.
(b) Thoroughly wire-brush the top of the
transition box and mating surface on the
interrupter, and immediately apply a liberal
coating of Burndy Penetrox® A or an equiv-
alent aluminum-connector compound to
the brushed surfaces.
(c) Remove the four 5⁄16–18×¾-inch hex-head
stainless steel cap screws used to attach
the access cover to the side of the transi-
tion box. Remove the cover and place it
and the hardware on a clean surface. See
Figure 13 on page 18. Also remove the
cloth bag containing the hardware that will
be used to connect the interrupter coupling
to the operating rod link in Step 4(g). Figure 15. Aligning the positioning mark on the interrupter
(d) Make sure the positioning mark stamped with the mark on the transition box.
on the bottom of the interrupter is aligned
with the position mark stamped on the top
of the transition box. See Figure 15.

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(e) Lower the interrupter onto the transition

box. One of the ½–13-inch stainless steel Insulated operating rod end links
studs on the interrupter is longer than the
other three to aid in aligning the inter-
rupter with the transition box.
(f) Reattach a ½-inch Belleville washer and a
½–12-inch stainless steel hex nut, retained
from Step 1 on page 18, to each of the
four studs. Lubricate the nuts to facilitate
tightening. Tighten each nut securely.
(g) Attach the insulated operating rod end
links to the interphase drive linkage lever
in the high-speed base using the ½-inch
silicon-bronze pin and cotter pin retained
from Step 1(d) on page 17. See Figure 16.
The insulated operating rod may be moved Interphase drive ½-inch silicon-bronze
up or down, as required, to make the linkage lever pin and cotter pin
connection.
(h) Insert the connecting pin retained from
Figure 16. Attaching the insulated operating rod to the
Step 3(c) on page 19 into the coupling interphase drive.
and operating rod link. See Figure 17.
Loosen the 5⁄16–18×2¼-inch hex-head
stainless steel screw indicated in Figure 17 Spacer (marked with a
and withdraw it approximately ⅛-inch (3 black/yellow-striped label)
mm)so the connecting pin can be inserted.
Do not remove the stop bracket screw
at this time.
(i) Insert the pin retaining clip as indicated in Connecting
Figure 17. Make sure the clip is positioned pin
as shown.
(j) Remove and discard the 5⁄16–18×2¼-
inch hex head stainless steel screw, stop
bracket (marked with a black/yellow-
striped label), and spacer (marked with a 5⁄16 –18×2¼-inch
hex-head stainless
black/yellow-striped label) illustrated in
steel screw
Figure 17.
Step 5. Remove the interrupter lifting bracket and
Stop bracket (marked
associated ½-inch stainless steel hardware Pin retaining clip
with a black/yellow-
from on top of the interrupter. See Figure 18 Operating rod link striped label)
Discard the lifting bracket but retain the
hardware. Figure 17. Connecting the interrupter to the operating
rod link.
Step 6. Thoroughly wire-brush the indicator
end-casting where the upper terminal pad is to
be attached as well as the mating surface on Lifting
the upper terminal pad, and immediately apply bracket
a liberal coating of Penetrox A or other suitable
aluminum-connector compound. See Figure 19
on page 21.

Figure 18. Removing the interrupter lifting bracket.

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Step 7. Attach the upper terminal pad using three

½–13×1¼-inch hex-head stainless steel cap End casting
screws and Belleville washers. See Figure 20.
Step 8. Repeat Step 1 on page 18 through Step 7 for
the other two interrupters.

Connecting the Operator and Pole-

Units to the High-Speed Power Train
Complete the following steps to connect operator and
pole-units to the high-speed power train:
Step 1. Attach the uni-ball coupling on the operator
connecting link to the interphase drive lever in
the high-speed base using the ¾-inch stainless
steel pin and cotter pin retained from Step 1 on Figure 19. Wire-brushing the surface of the end casting and
page 14. See Figure 21. An adjustable locking preparing with aluminum-connector compound.
rod (marked with a black/yellow-striped label)
is furnished factory-connected to the inter-
phase drive lever. Turn the associated ¼–20 Terminal pad
locknuts as required to raise or lower the inter-
phase drive lever and thus facilitate insertion of
the stainless steel pin.
Step 2. Remove the lower ¼–20 locknut that retains
the adjustable locking rod, and remove
and discard the adjustable locking rod and
locknuts. See Figure 21.

Figure 20. Attaching the terminal pad. Shown with option

“-N” enhanced-visibility low-pressure indicator.

Adjustable locking rod (marked

with a black/yellow-striped label)

Interphase Drive lever

Uni-ball
coupling

¼–20-inch ¾-inch stainless steel

locknut pin and cotter pin

Figure 21. Attaching the Uni-ball coupling to the interphase

drive lever.

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Step 3. Open the disconnect blade on each pole-unit.

When the disconnect-blade corona-ball contact Top View
is clear of its jaw contact fingers as indicated
in Figure 22 (top view), make sure the blade
centerline has not shifted up or down by more
than ¼-inch (6 mm), as measured to the center-
line of the jaw contact. Figure 22 (side view).
If the blade centerline has shifted by more
than ¼-inch, loosen the leveling locknuts
located under the associated jaw-contact Disconnect-blade
support insulator. See Figure 23. Adjust the corona-ball contact
locknuts as necessary to shift the jaw-contact
centerline to correspond to that of the blade Side View
centerline, within ¼-inch, and tighten the Center-line of
locknuts. Jaw-contact disconnect blade and
finger jaw-contact assembly

Figure 22. Checking the alignment of the disconnect blade

and jaw contact.

Jaw-contact
support
insulator

Leveling
locknuts

Figure 23. Adjusting the leveling-screw locknuts.

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Step 4. Close the disconnect blade on each pole-unit.

The disconnect-blade corona-ball contact must
be centered on its jaw-contact fingers, and
the blade must touch its stop as indicated in
Figure 24.
Connect the factory-adjusted interphase
pipe assembly to the center pole-unit insu-
lating support column drive lever using the
½-inch stainless steel pin, two galvanized steel
spacers, and two stainless steel “X” washers
furnished. See Figure 26 on page 24. Attach
the interphase pipe assembly to the two
outboard pole-unit insulating support column
drive levers.
If the interphase pipe assembly cannot be
connected to an outboard pole-unit insulating
support column drive lever, loosen the appro-
priate locknut at the adjustable coupling and
rotate the affected interphase pipe section so
the connection can be made, and tighten the
locknut. See Figure 27 on page 25.

Top View Side View

Blade stop Corona-ball contact Center-line of corona-ball contact

and jaw-contact assembly

Jaw-contact
fingers
40-pound Maximum allowable
pull-out force deflection: ½ inch (13 mm)

See Steps 8 and 9 on page 25

Figure 24. Checking the engagement of the disconnect-blade corona-ball contact with the jaw-contact fingers.

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Step 5. Attach the clevis end of the interphase drive

link to the longer arm of the bell-crank on the
high-speed base using a ½-inch stainless steel
pin and cotter pin furnished. See Figure 26.
Step 6. Connect the interphase drive to the switch
operator as follows:
(a) Attach the “C”-shaped clevis at the lower
end of the vertical-operating-pipe assembly
to the take-off shaft on the rear of the Rotate clockwise
operator using a ⅝-inch stainless steel pin to increase blade
and stainless steel “X” washer furnished. travel
See Figure 25.
(b) Attach the straight clevis at the upper end Locknut
of the vertical-operating-pipe assembly to
the shorter of the bell-crank arms on the ⅝-inch stainless
high-speed base using the ⅝-inch stainless steel pin and “X”
steel pin and cotter pin furnished. See washer
Figure 26. If necessary, loosen the locknuts
at the top and bottom of the vertical Take-off shaft
operating pipe and rotate the pipe so the
connection can be made.
(c) Tighten the locknuts.

Figure 25. The rear of switch operator.

½-inch stainless steel pin,

galvanized steel spacers, and
stainless steel “X” washers Interphase pipe
assembly Adjustable coupling
Interphase
drive link Clevis

Insulating support ⅝-inch stainless steel pin

column drive lever and cotter pin Bell crank Locknut

Locknut

Locknut
Vertical-operating-pipe
assembly

⅝-inch stainless steel

pin and “X” washer

Figure 26. Connecting the interphase pipe assembly and vertical operating pipe assembly. Attachment of the interphase drive
link to interphase pipe is different on circuit-switchers rated 69 kV (with 48-inch [125-cm] phase spacing). Refer to the catalog
drawing for details.

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Step 7. Check for proper blade closure at the center

pole-unit marked “Pole 2.” With a pull-out force
of approximately 40 pounds applied at the
position indicated in Figure 24 on page 23,
the blade deflection should be no more than
½-inch (13 mm).
If necessary, loosen the locknuts at the top
and bottom of the vertical operating pipe, and
rotate the pipe counterclockwise (as viewed Locknut
from the top) to increase blade travel. Tighten
the locknuts. See Figure 25 on page 24.
Step 8. Check for proper blade closure at the two
outboard pole-units marked “Pole 1” and “Pole
3.” With a pull-out force of approximately 40
pounds applied at the position indicated in
Figure 24 on page 23, the blade deflection Figure 27. Loosening the locknut and rotating to adjust the
should be no more than ½ inch (13 mm). pipe length.

If necessary, loosen the four ½–13×1½-

inch hex-head stainless steel cap screws that
attach the blade clamp to the transition box,
and rotate the blade counterclockwise (as
viewed from the top) to increase blade travel.
Tighten the cap screws. See Figure 29.
X-washer
Step 9. Use the manual charging handle furnished
with the operator to check the functioning
of the disconnect power train by completing
the following steps. Refer to Figure 30 on
page 26 and Figure 31 on page 27.
(a) Open the access shutter and place the
Pin
manual charging handle on the manual
charging shaft.
(b) Rotate the shaft, clockwise only, until
feeling a firm resistance. At this point, the Figure 28. The “C ”-shaped clevis on the rear of the
disconnect blades should be open approxi- operator connects the vertical operating pipe to the back
mately 90 degrees. of the operator. Attaching the “C”-shaped clevis to the
operator using a ⅝-inch steel pin and X-washer.
If the disconnect blades are not open
to this extent, loosen the locknuts at the
top and bottom of the vertical operating
pipe and rotate the pipe clockwise (as
viewed from the top) to increase blade
travel, and tighten the locknuts. See
Figure 25 on page 24.
(c) Remove the manual charging handle from
the manual charging shaft and replace
it in its holder on the operator door. See
Blade
Figure 30 on page 26.
clamp

½ –13×1½-inch
hex-head stainless
steel screws

Figure 29. Adjusting the blade at the outboard pole-unit to

attain specified blade deflection.

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Side access door for user’s

external connections (to terminal
blocks at bottom of enclosure) Manual TRIP
lever

TRIP and CLOSE

pushbuttons
POSITION
INDICATING lamps
(catalog number
suffix “-M”)
Non-reset electric
Operation counter

Instruction CHARGED and

manual DISCHARGED
holder indicators for stored-
energy mechanism

Access shutter

Spare fuses
Manual operating
shaft

Control source
KNIFE switch
Manual
charging
handle

Conduit entrance plate Space heater Motor and closing-

fuses circuit fuseholder

Figure 30. Interior of the switch operator.

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Connecting Conductors

DANGER
Conductors must be de-energized and grounded in
accordance with standard system operating practice.
Failure to do so will result in serious injury
or death.

Complete the following steps to connect the conductors:

Step 1. Attach the high-voltage conductors to the
terminal pads using flexible-conductor connec-
tions. Observe the terminal-pad loading limits
specified on the catalog drawing.
Step 2. Use the following procedure for attachment:
(a) Thoroughly wire-brush the current-transfer
surfaces of each connector and immedi-
ately apply a liberal coating of Penetrox® A
or other suitable aluminum-connector
compound to the brushed surfaces.
(b) Wire-brush each circuit-switcher terminal
pad and apply a coating of aluminum-con-
nector compound, and then bolt the
connectors to the terminal pads.
(c) Prepare the conductors using established
procedures and clamp them in their
respective connectors.

Remove the Interrupter Containers

Remove the container from each interrupter as follows.
Step 1. Remove and discard the ⅜–16-inch zinc-plated
serrated hex nuts that run the length of the
container.
Step 2. Remove and discard the two ⅜–16×1-inch and
two ⅜–16×⅞-inch zinc-plated hex-head cap
screws and flat washers that attach the two Figure 31. Using the manual charging handle to recharge
container-halves to the coupling end casting of the opening and closing springs and the open disconnect.
the interrupter.
Step 3. Remove and discard the two ⅜–16×1-inch and
one ⅜–16×⅞-inch zinc-plated hex-head cap
screws and flat washers that attach one of the
container halves to the indicator end casting of
the interrupter. Do not remove the remaining
⅜–16×⅞-inch cap screw; it’s needed to tempo-
rarily retain the other container-half.

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Step 4. Pry the container halves apart with a flat-

head screwdriver or other pry tool. One of
the container halves can now be removed
and discarded. Slotted holes are provided so
a rope or lifting sling can be attached and the
container safely lowered to the ground.
Step 5. Remove and discard the remaining ⅜–16×⅞-
inch hex-head cap screw and flat washer that
attach the other container half, and discard this Side access door
container half.
Step 6. Remove and discard the foam-core inner liner
wrapped around the interrupter.
Step 7. Remove and discard the protective wrappers
from each insulating support column.

Setting up the Operator and Checkout

CAUTION
Unauthorized changes should not be made in
the wiring of the operator. Should a control-circuit
revision appear desirable, it should be made only
on the authority of a revised wiring diagram that has
been approved by both the user and S&C Electric
Company. Damage to the switch operator and
minor injury could result. Do not apply control
Motor
voltage to the operator at this time. contactor

Perform the following set-up procedure on the operator.

See Figure 30 on page 26, Figure 31 on page 27,
Figure 32, and Figure 33 on page 29.
Auxiliary
Step 1. To avoid accidentally energizing the operator switch
after the external connections have been
completed, open the control power KNIFE
switch. Swing the KNIFE switch retainer arm
out of the way by putting pressure on the red
insulated retainer and the black nylon retainer
nut. The KNIFE switch retainer arm will “pop
up” and can then be swung out of the way.
Figure 33 on page 29.
Step 2. Mark the conduit-entrance location for the
control-circuit wiring on the conduit-entrance Figure 32. The side-access panel of the switch operator.
plate in the bottom of the operator enclosure.
Figure 30 on page 26.

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Step 3. Remove the plate and cut out the necessary

opening. Apply the sealant furnished and
replace the plate. Install the entrance fittings.
Verify the entrance fittings are properly sealed
to prevent water ingress.

NOTICE
Make sure the polarity of the control circuit
is correct on dc-control voltage models.
Energizing the switch operator with
polarity reversed will cause damage
to the operator control circuit and will
require repair or replacement of the
operator.

Step 4. Connect the external control-circuit wiring

(including the space heater source leads) to the
terminal blocks at the bottom of the enclo-
sure in accordance with the wiring diagram
furnished. Observe the correct polarity on
dc-control voltage models.

NOTICE
Trip-circuit conductors and motor and
closing-circuit conductors must be
adequately sized for the ampacities
indicated on the wiring diagram.

Do not apply control voltage to the

operator at this time.

Figure 33. The KNIFE switch retainer and KNIFE switch.

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Step 5. Perform final checkout as detailed below:

Operating rod Stop bracket
NOTICE holding bracket Spacer

Check the following. Failure to do so can

result in damage to the circuit-switcher
when operated.

(a) At each transition box, make sure:

● The operating rod holding bracket, stop
bracket, and spacer have been removed
from the interrupter (See Figure 34.)
● The interrupter coupling has been
connected to its insulated operating rod Adjustable locking rod
link (See Figure 17 on page 20.)
● When the optional remote gas-density Figure 34. Checking the transition box and high-speed base
monitor is present (catalog number suffix for these shipping parts.
“-R”) the connections are made according
to S&C Instruction Sheet 716-530
(b) At each interrupter, make sure: Insulated operating rod
● Both interrupter container halves and all
associated packing and hardware have
been removed
Interphase drive
(c) In the high-speed base, make sure:
● Each insulated operating rod is connected
to the interphase drive (See Figure 35.)
● The interphase drive lever has been
connected to the operator uni-ball coupling
(See Figure 36 on page 31.)
● The adjustable locking rod attached
to the interphase drive lever has been
removed (See Figure 34 and Figure 36 on
page 31.)
(d) In the switch operator, make sure:
● Correct polarity has been observed on
dc-control-voltage models (Figure 38 on
page 31.)
● On the open and close motor contactors
and surge suppressor all electrical connec- Figure 35. Making sure each insulated operating rod has
tions are secure and all contactors and been connected to the interphase drive.
surge suppressors are fully seated in their
mounts (See Figure 37 on page 31.)
● Any optional “ice-cube” style relays (used
for catalog option “-P” and “-T2”) are fully
seated (See Figure 39 on page 32.)
(e) All other pinned connections have been
made and all bolted connections have been
securely tightened

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Step 6. Replace the access cover on the side of each

transition box and securely tighten the asso-
Interphase
ciated 5⁄16–18×¾-inch hex-head stainless steel Adjustable Drive lever
cap screws. locking rod
(marked with
Step 7. Replace the bottom plates to the underside of a black/yellow-
the high-speed base and securely tighten the Uni-ball
striped label)
coupling
associated ½–13×1¼-inch galvanized steel cap
screws, flat washers, and nuts. See Figure 7 ¼–20-inch
on page 14. locknut
Step 8. Insert the motor and closing-circuit fuse
holders. Then, close the control power KNIFE
switch. Figure 37. ¾-inch stainless steel
pin and cotter pin
The disconnect blades should be in the
Open position attained in Step 9 on page 25.
Figure 36. Making sure the interphase drive lever has been
Step 9. Press the CLOSE pushbutton or send a “Close” connected to the uni-ball coupling and the adjustable
signal to the switch operator. See Figure 30 locking rod has been removed.
on page 26. (TRIP and CLOSE pushbuttons
are not included on operators specified with
catalog number suffix “-J.” In such instances,
momentarily jumper terminals 1 and 3 to close
the circuit-switcher.)
KNIFE switch
The motor-driven cam in the stored-energy
mechanism will immediately start retracting.
Simultaneously, the take-off shaft at the rear
Motor and
of the operator housing will turn to drive
closing-circuit
the interphase pipe assembly, closing the fuse holder
disconnect.
When the disconnect has completely
closed, the closing latch will release,
discharging the closing springs. This action
closes the interrupters. The SWITCH
POSITION indicator on the high-speed base Figure 37. The motor and closing-circuit fuse holders and
will move to the Closed position. See Figure 41 the control source KNIFE switch.
on page 33. If the POSITION INDICATING
lamp option has been specified, the red lamp
will light. See Figure 30 on page 26. Surge suppressor out
of place. Push the surge
supressor (if present) back
into place.

Motor contactors and

auxiliary contactors should
be fully seated

Figure 38. Checking the open and close motor contactors,

auxiliary contact blocks, and surge suppressors behind the
operator side panel.

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Step 10. When the circuit-switcher is ready to be placed

in service, the motor and closing-circuit fuses
can—at the user’s option—be replaced with the
slugs furnished. S&C recommends this practice
for increased reliability because low-voltage
fuses can be damaged by the repeated inrush
Relay
current experienced during normal opening
Optional retaining
and closing operations and can “sneak out,” plate
relays
leaving the circuit-switcher inoperable.

NOTICE
Before replacing these fuses with slugs,
make sure the control-source battery is
adequately protected to prevent discharge
using fuses or circuit breakers located at
the battery bus. Figure 39. Making sure all optional “ice-cube” style relays
are fully seated and the retaining plate is in place.

Step 11. Please complete and mail the circuit-switcher

registration card. The information requested on
this card is vital to ensure prompt notification
in the event field modifications are needed.
Cam
Adjusting Auxiliary-Switch Contacts
Two individually adjustable auxiliary-switch contacts
are furnished in the operator. These contacts follow the
position of the disconnect-blade power train and operator
when the power train is coupled and the position of the
operator when the power train is decoupled.
Each auxiliary-switch contact is operated by a
cam-actuated roller. A contact is closed if its roller is
disengaged from a cam and, conversely, a contact is open
if its roller is engaged with a cam. The cams are individu-
ally adjustable in 4.5-degree increments.
Figure 40. Adjusting the cams on the auxiliary switch.
Step 1. To adjust the contacts:
(a) Push the cam toward its adjacent spring
until the cam is separated from the teeth of
the inner gear. See Figure 40.
(b) Rotate the cam to advance or delay engage-
ment with its roller.
(c) Release the cam, making sure the teeth are
engaged with the inner gear.

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Understanding Trip-Free Operation

The stored-energy mechanism has an instantaneous
trip-free capability. If the Series 2000 Circuit-Switcher is
closed into a fault sensed by the user-furnished relaying,
the mechanism will immediately trip.
To accomplish trip-free operation, the stored-energy
mechanism uses two spring assemblies: one for closing
and one for opening. Both springs are charged by the
operator motor before the circuit-switcher can be closed.
Recharging time after a trip operation is approxi-
mately 5 seconds for Model 2020 circuit-switchers rated
69-kV through 138-kV.

Electrical Operation
To open: Press the TRIP pushbutton or send a remote
trip signal to the switch operator. See Figure 30
on page 26.
The opening latch in the stored-energy mechanism
will release, discharging the opening spring. This action
opens the interrupters and forces the opening and closing
pistons in the stored-energy mechanism downward. The
STORED ENERGY indicator will travel to the Discharged
window. See Figure 42 on page 34.
The SWITCH POSITION indicator on the high-speed
base will move to the Open position. See Figure 41. If the
position-indicating lamp option (catalog number suffix Figure 41. The SWITCH POSITION indicator in the Open
“-M”) has been specified, the green lamp will light. See position (top). The SWITCH POSITION indicator in the
Figure 30 on page 26. Closed position (bottom).

After opening, the motor-driven cam in the stored-en-

ergy mechanism will immediately start rising, charging
both the opening and closing springs. When the opening
spring latches, the indicator will be visible in the Charged
window. See Figure 42 on page 34. Simultaneously,
the take-off shaft at the rear of the operator housing will
turn to drive the interphase pipe assembly, opening the
disconnect.
The total opening time for the circuit is six cycles.
To close: Press the CLOSE pushbutton or send a
remote close signal to the switch operator. See Figure 30
on page 26.
The motor-driven cam in the stored-energy mech-
anism will retract. Simultaneously, the take-off shaft at
the rear of the operator housing will turn to drive the
interphase pipe assembly, closing the disconnect.

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When the disconnect has closed, the closing latch

will release, discharging the closing spring and closing
the interrupters. The SWITCH POSITION indicator on the
high-speed base will move to the Closed position. See
Figure 41 on page 33. (The window will continue to
show the CHARGED indicator. See the “Understanding
Trip-Free Operation” section on page 33.)
If the POSITION INDICATING lamp option has been
specified, the red lamp will light.
The circuit-switcher may also be electronically
operated via remotely located control switches. No
instructions are included for remote control because
control schemes vary with the installation and specific
application of the switch. STORED
ENERGY
The total closing time for the circuit is 6 cycles. indicator

Manual Operation
To open, push the MANUAL TRIP lever counter-
clockwise.
The opening latch in the stored-mechanism will
release, discharging the opening spring. See Figure 30 on
page 26.
This action opens the interrupters and forces the
opening and closing pistons in the mechanism down.
The stored-energy mechanism indicator will show
“Discharged” in the window and the SWITCH POSITION
indicator on the high-speed base will move to the Open
position. See Figure 41 on page 33 and Figure 42. If the
POSITION INDICATING lamp option has been speci-
fied—and operator control voltage is available—the green
lamp will light.
Figure 42. A close up view of the DISCHARGED and
If operator control voltage is available: The CHARGED position indicator.
motor-driven cam in the stored-energy mechanism
will start rising, charging both the opening and closing
springs. When the opening spring latches, the indi-
cator on the stored-energy mechanism will move to the
Charged window.
Simultaneously, the take-off shaft at the rear of
the operator housing will turn to drive the interphase
pipe assembly, opening the disconnect. At the end of
the charging operation, the motor return indicator will
reappear in the viewing window.

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If operator control voltage is not available:

The opening and closing springs can be charged and the
disconnect opened using the manual charging handle.
Figure 43.
Manual
To manually open the disconnect: operating
shaft
Step 1. Open the access shutter and place the manual
charging handle on the manual operating shaft.
Step 2. Rotate the shaft, clockwise only, until the
disconnect opens fully and the mechanism
reaches its open stop.
Step 3. Remove the manual charging handle from the
manual operating shaft and replace it in the
holder on the inside of the operator door. Manual
Manual closing of the interrupters cannot be operating
handle
performed. When control power returns, if the disconnect
has not been opened manually, the motor-driven cam in
the stored-energy mechanism will charge the opening and
closing springs, and the take-off shaft will turn to drive
the interphase pipe assembly, opening the disconnect.
Figure 43. Engaging the manual operating handle with the
Decoupling manual operating shaft, turning clockwise until discon-
The disconnect-blade power train may be decoupled nects open.
in the Open position, permitting the interrupter to be
tripped and closed for inspection purposes.
Vertical-operating-pipe assembly
To decouple: Open the circuit-switcher electroni-
cally or manually, and disengage the decoupling handle
on the rear of the operator by pivoting it outward. See
Figure 44 (right). The disconnect-blade power train may
now be padlocked open. In addition, the interrupters may
now be closed and opened as desired, either electroni-
cally or manually. The disconnect will remain open.
Decoupling Decoupling
To recouple: Open the circuit-switcher electron- handle handle
ically or manually, and engage the decoupling handle engaged disengaged
on the rear of the operator by pivoting it inward. See
Figure 44 (left). The disconnect-blade power train may
now be padlocked coupled.

Coupled Decoupled

Figure 44. Decoupling the disconnect-blade power train.

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Understanding the GAS PRESSURE

Indicator and Safety Relief Device GAS PRESSURE Safety relief
indicator device
Series 2000 Circuit-Switchers have sealed interrupters
containing gas under pressure. Loss of gas pressure may
result in improper interrupting action. Low gas pressure
is signaled by a red target in the GAS PRESSURE indi-
cator at the upper terminal end of the interrupter.
Figure 45 illustrates a GAS PRESSURE indicator with
acceptable gas pressure.
Figure 46 illustrates a GAS PRESSURE indicator with
a red target semaphore, signaling a loss in gas-pressure.

Understanding the Optional

Remote Gas-Density Monitor
The remote gas-density monitor provides local and
remote indication of the gas density in each interrupter in
terms of percent full. The system can be wired to provide
remote indication of the gas density of each interrupter
via three analog 0 to 1.0 mA dc outputs. Figure 45. The normal GAS PRESSURE indicator and
The LCD provides indication of gas density and relief device.
alarms for each interrupter. The remote gas density
monitor transmits updated measurements approximately
Red target
once per hour.
(semiphore)
The remote gas-density monitor has three available
alarm contacts. The system provides both local and
remote indication of alarms.
A Level 1 Alarm indicates an interrupter is
leaking. The circuit-switcher can still be operated,
but the leaking interrupter should be replaced
promptly.
A Level 2 Alarm indicates an interrupter has
lost enough SF6 gas that it can no longer clear faults
properly.
A System Trouble Alarm indicates a problem
with the monitoring system. A System Trouble
alarm will activate when the receiver fails to receive
a signal for more than 24 hours. The System
Trouble alarm will also activate when there are
approximately three months or less of battery life
remaining. At first, a Low Battery alarm will appear
locally. After the battery has completely discharged, Figure 46. The visible “red target” GAS PRESSURE
an Error message will appear in place of the percent- indicator.
gas-density information, and the System Trouble
alarm will signal remotely.
For complete instructions on installing, operating,
and troubleshooting the optional remote gas-density
monitor, refer to S&C Instruction Sheet 716-530.

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Inspection Recommendations
To ensure the continued proper performance, Series
2000 Circuit-Switcher should be inspected in accordance
with the S&C-recommended schedule and procedures
contained in S&C Instruction Sheet 716-590.

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