Model 6 Motor Control Centers – Instruction Bulletin

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- Please Note
Section 1—About the Model 6 Motor Control Center
- 100 Millisecond, Arc-Rated MCC, Upstream Over-Current Protection Device (OCPD) Requirements
- Schneider Electric Literature Lists
Section 2—Safety Precautions
Section 3—Receiving, Handling, and Storing the MCC
- Receiving the MCC
- Handling the MCC
  - Equipment Needed
- Moving the MCC
  - Plug-In Units
- Storing the MCC
Section 4—Installing the MCC
- Locating the MCC
  - Space Requirements
  - Aligning the MCC
- Joining Type 1, Type 1 Gasketed, and Type 12 Sections
  - Positioning the MCC
  - Joining Corner Channels
  - Joining Section Side Channels
  - Securing Structures to the Floor
    - Non-Seismic Applications
- Seismic Certification of Model 6 MCCs
  - Introduction
  - Responsibility for Mitigation of Seismic Damage
  - Tie-Down Points for Rigid, Floor-Mounted Equipment
  - Anchorage Assembly Instructions
  - Welded Anchorage
  - Securing Structures to Floor—Seismic Hazard Designated Locations
    - Seismic Tie-Down Access for ArcBlok with Bottom-Feed, Line-Side, Isolation Cable Vault
  - Securing Structures to Wall—Seismic Hazard Designated Locations
- Splice Gaskets for Type 1 Gasketed, Type 1 Sprinkler-Resistant, and Type 12 Enclosures
- Splicing Without P Gasketing
- Splicing With P Gasketing
  - Splice to Existing Left
  - Splice to Existing Right
- Joining New Style Type 3R Enclosures to Old Style Type 3R Enclosures
  - Joining to the Left Side of an Existing Type 3R MCC Enclosure.
  - Joining to the Right Side of an Existing Type 3R MCC Enclosure
  - Joining Type 3R Sections
- Joining Type 1 Sprinkler-Resistant Sections
- Splicing Power Bus for Type 1 and Type 12 Enclosures
  - Power Bus Splicing MCCs with Single Bar/Phase Splice Kit (600 A and 800 A, Copper Horizontal Bus, 65,000 A Short Circuit or Less, Shipped after August 2012)
  - Power Bus Splicing MCCs with Multiple Bar/Phase Splice Kit
- Splicing Power Bus in Type 3R Enclosures
- Power Bus Splicing of 2500 A Bus with 100,000 A Short Circuit Rating
- Splicing Offset or 3000/3200 A Horizontal Bus (Left Side of Structure Only)
- Ground Bus Splicing for Type 1, Type 12, and Type 3R
- Ground Bus Splicing for Bottom-Feed ArcBlok Main Sections
- Conductor Entry
  - Conductor Entry for Line-Side Isolation Cable Vaults with ArcBlok
- Incoming Cable Lacing Instructions—Line-Side Isolation Cable Vault
- Vent Hood Installation
- Pull Box Installation
  - Standard Low Voltage MCC Pull Box
  - Vented Low Voltage MCC Pull Box
  - Line-Side Isolation, Low Voltage MCC Pull Box
  - Sprinkler-Resistant Low Voltage MCC Pull Box
- Load and Control Wiring
- Crimp Lug Cable Assembly for Cabled Disconnect Unit Installation
- Cable Connection Torque Values
- Component Instructional Information
- Modifying Fuse Clip Locations
Section 5—Operation
- Pre-operation Checklist
- Energizing the MCC
Section 6—Maintaining the MCC
- Inspecting the Enclosure
- Bus Bars and Incoming Line Compartments
  - Initial Maintenance
  - Periodic Inspection and Maintenance
- Maintaining the Control Unit
- Removing the Control Unit
- Removing the Compac^™ 6 Control Unit
- Tests and Maintenance Performed with the Control Unit Removed
- Reassembly
- Insulation Test
- Maintenance After an Electrical System Event Has Occurred
- Maintenance for Type 1 Sprinkler-Resistant Enclosures
  - Water-Soaked MCCs
  - Water-Sprayed or Splashed MCC (Clean Water Only)
    - Inspection and Cleanup of Clean Water Sprayed or Splashed MCC
Section 7—Motor Logic^™ Solid-State Overload Relay (SSOLR)
- Motor Logic Retrofit Applications
- Adjustment
Section 8—Mag-Gard^™, PowerPacT^™, and TeSys^™ Motor Circuit Protector and Circuit Breaker Settings
- Adjusting Mag-Gard, PowerPacT, or TeSys Magnetic Trip Setting
- Adjusting PowerPacT M- and P-Frame Circuit Breakers in Motor Control Center Motor Starter Units
Section 9—iMCC
- iMCC Overview
- Networks/Communications Overview
- Connecting the iMCC Cabling System
- Network Cabling
- Cables Between Shipping Splits
- Load Cables
- Communication Networks
- Bridges/Repeaters
- Terminating Resistors
- Direct Cable Connection
- Operation
- Pre-operation Checklists
  - MCC Structure
  - iMCC Communications
- Energizing the MCC
  - Motor Logic Plus Local Programming
  - Motor Logic Plus Remote Programming
- TeSys^™ T Motor Management Controller
- TeSys T Retrofit Applications
- Applications Requiring Turns
- TeSys T Local Programming
  - Configuring with HMI
  - Configuring with PowerSuite^™ Software
  - Configuring with SoMove Software
- PowerLogic ION Meter
- PowerLogic^™ Power Meter Series 800, 5500, 8000
- PowerLogic Circuit Monitor
- Altivar^™ 61/71
- Altivar 630/930
- Altistart^™ 48
- Altivar 480
- PowerPacT^™ Circuit Breakers with MicroLogic^™ Trip Units
- Device Addressing
- Software
- Network Security
Section 10—Expansion
- Ordering Information
- Modifying MCC Units
- Installing Additional MCC Units
Section 11-Troubleshooting
Section 12—Insulation Resistance
Section 13—Thermal Overload Unit Selection
Section 14—Circuit Breaker and Fusible Switch Replacement
Section 15—Installation and Maintenance Log
Appendix A—Removal and Installation of Horizontal Bus Barrier Panels
- Removal
- Installation
- Fixed Barrier
  - Removal
  - Installation
Appendix B—Non-Conductive Horizontal Bus Barrier Retrofit Kit
- Remove Existing Components
- Install the Retrofit Kit
- Replace Components
Appendix C—Automatic Vertical Bus Shutter
- Introduction
- Installation—Style 1
- Removal—Style 1
- Installation—Style 2
- Removal—Style 2
- Operation—Styles 1 and 2
  - Inserting a Unit
  - Removing a Unit
Appendix D—Technical Support

80459-641-01, Rev. 09

Space Requirements

Install MCCs in an area with a minimum of 3 ft. (0.9 m) of free space in front of front-of-board construction. An additional 3 ft. (0.9 m) is necessary in the rear of back-to-back construction. This free space provides adequate room to remove and install units. (More space may be required for some applications; refer to applicable local and national installation codes.) Provide at least 0.5 in. (13 mm) of space between the back of front-of-board MCCs and a wall. For damp locations, provide at least 6 in. (152 mm).

When selecting a location for the installation of an MCC, carefully consider accessibility, overhead clearances, and future expansions. Considering these factors will eliminate many difficulties during this and future MCC installations.

NOTE: Model 6 MCCs with the arc-rated option have pressure-relief roof flaps for top venting of arc fault gases. These MCCs require a minimum of 28.5 in. (724 mm) from the top plate of the MCC to the nearest obstruction (minimum ceiling height of 10 ft. (3 m) including base channel). See Required Obstruction-Free Area concerning the required clearance above the equipment.

DANGER
Burn hazard from HOT GASES Apply appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safe electrical work practices. See NFPA 70E, NOM-029-STPS-2011, or CSA Z462. Keep the area directly above the equipment clear and unobstructed for a distance of 28.5 in. (724 mm) from the roof. Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

The shaded area (Required Obstruction-Free Area) above the arc-rated MCC must be free from obstructions.

Required Obstruction-Free Area

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