Resetting the Circuit Breaker after a Trip Due to an Electrical Fault
Masterpact MTZ1 Circuit Breaker Reset Sequence
The table shows the sequence of actions to follow after a trip due to an electrical fault. Further explanation of each action is given in the following paragraphs.
Step |
Description |
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1 |
Identify the trip cause by using the Micrologic X control unit HMI. |
2 |
Acknowledge the trip message on the Micrologic X control unit. |
3 |
Clear the electrical fault on the network . |
4 |
Inspect the circuit breaker and switchboard after a short circuit. |
5 |
Reset the circuit breaker (see Resetting Masterpact MTZ Devices). |
6 |
When the circuit breaker is ready-to-close, re-close it (see Closing the Masterpact MTZ1 Mechanism). |
Identifying the Masterpact MTZ Trip Cause
Acknowledging a Trip Message on Micrologic X Control Units
Step |
Action |
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1 |
Press OK to view details of the trip cause on the display screen. |
2 |
Consult the two tripping context screens:
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3 |
Press OK to acknowledge the trip and return to the Home menu. NOTE: If the trip is not acknowledged within the event timeout, the pop-up is displayed again. |
4 |
Press the Test/Reset button for 3 seconds to reset the control unit and switch off the trip cause and service LEDs. |
Clearing the Electrical Fault Before Reclosing the Masterpact MTZ Circuit Breaker
The fact that a circuit breaker has tripped does not remedy the cause of the electrical fault detected on the downstream electrical equipment.
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HAZARD OF CLOSING ON ELECTRICAL FAULT
Do not close the circuit breaker again without first inspecting
and, if necessary, repairing the downstream electrical equipment.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or equipment damage.
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The feed must be isolated before inspecting the electrical equipment downstream of the protection.
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HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.
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Inspecting the Masterpact MTZ Circuit Breaker and Switchboard after a Trip on a Short Circuit
After a trip on a short circuit due to short-time or instantaneous protection, the circuit breaker and switchboard must be inspected for smoke deposits or cracks in the device casing.
Refer to Masterpact MTZ Circuit Breakers - Maintenance Guide (DOCA0099EN) and contact a Schneider Electric field service representative.