Control Unit NII_Z_1: Check Device Tripping and Operation of SDE Fault-Trip Indication Contacts
Safety Instructions
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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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Procedure Definition
Procedure characteristics |
Description |
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Action |
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Goal |
Verify that the device operates fully (tripping mechanism, indication, and reset) when an electrical fault occurs. |
Frequency |
Refer to Recommended Frequency for the Routine End-User Maintenance Program. |
Special indications |
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Necessary tools |
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Preliminary Conditions
The device must comply with the conditions specified below. Refer to the MasterPacT MTZ User Guides to find instructions for operating the device.
Device installation type |
Position of poles |
Mechanism |
Device position in the chassis |
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Fixed |
Closed |
Discharged |
N/A |
Drawout |
Closed |
Discharged |
Test |
SDE Fault-Trip Indication Contact and RES Remote Reset Wiring Diagram
The optional RES electrical remote reset is not compatible with the optional SDE2 additional fault-trip indication contact because they are installed in the same physical place.
Checking the MicroLogic X Trip Cause LEDs
Step |
Action |
Corrective action |
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Briefly press (<1 s) the Test/Reset button and check that the four trip cause LEDs and the red Service LED are on. |
NOTE: If the LEDs light up in sequence, the red Service
LED remains lit until the battery is changed or empty.
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Do a Force Trip Test
Step |
Action |
Corrective action |
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1 |
If the device is equipped with an MN undervoltage release, either connect it to the power supply with its rated voltage or remove the MN undervoltage release. |
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3 |
On EcoStruxure Power Commission software, select the device. |
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Force the device to trip by clicking the EcoStruxure Power Commission screen. button on the |
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5 |
Check that the device trips and that the blue fault-trip reset button on the front cover pops out. |
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6 |
Check that the LED Isd/Ii is on and that the MicroLogic X screen display turns to red with the corresponding message. |
Declaring the Maintenance Date in EcoStruxure Power Commission Software
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INCORRECT MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
The date of the maintenance program performed must be
declared by using EcoStruxure Power
Commission software.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in invalid
maintenance schedule.
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Step |
Action |
Corrective action |
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On EcoStruxure Power Commission software, display the . |
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Click section.Result: The product switchboard displays. |
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Click the tab. |
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In the section, click . |
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Click the pen icon next to the maintenance program you perform. |
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In the window that opens:
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The maintenance program definition is protected by a password. You are prompted to provide the password:
Result: The maintenance program definition is updated. |
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Click the green arrow on the left side of . |
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In the screen:
NOTE: In due course, a maintenance
program reminder displays the time interval in which the next maintenance
program must be performed.
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If EcoStruxure Power Commission software again. are incorrect, change data in |
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Exit EcoStruxure Power Commission software. |
Checking Operation of SDE Fault-Trip Indication Contact
Step |
Action |
Corrective action |
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1 |
With the device in tripped position, check electrical continuity between terminals 81-84 on SDE1 contact. |
In case of electrical non-continuity between terminals:
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2 |
With the device in tripped position, check electrical continuity between terminals 181-184 on SDE2 contact, if installed. |
In case of electrical non-continuity between terminals:
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3 |
Press the closing pushbutton.
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If the device does not operate as expected, contact your Schneider Electric Services representative. |
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Press the blue fault-trip reset button on the front cover to reset. |
If the blue fault-trip reset button does not reset, contact your Schneider Electric Services representative. |
5 |
Check electrical continuity between terminals 81-82 on SDE1 contact. |
In case of electrical non-continuity between terminals, refer to corrective action in step 1. |
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Check electrical continuity between terminals 181-182 on SDE2 contact, if installed. |
In case of electrical non-continuity between terminals, refer to corrective action in step 2. |
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Check that the log and the trip/test counter are recorded in control unit log by using display screen or EcoStruxure Power Commission software. |
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8 |
Press and hold the Test/Reset on the control unit for 3 seconds to reset the trip cause LEDs. |
Checking Operation of Optional RES Remote Reset
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HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION OR ARC FLASH
Take all measures necessary to avoid the risk of electrocution
when the external power supply voltage is greater than 30 Vac or 40
Vdc.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.
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Step |
Action |
Corrective Action |
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With the device in tripped position, press the RES Remote Reset option. pushbutton connected to theResult: The blue fault trip button on the front cover must return to the reset position, pushed in the device. |
If the blue fault trip button remains in the trip position, it can be due to external conditions. Refer to troubleshooting. If the external conditions are correct:
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