CBS ArcSafe RSK-AK11 User manual

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RSKAK11
A Portable Actuator for Remotely
Operating Selected GE AK Breakers
USERS MANUAL
Rev. September 2019

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User’s Manual for the RSK-AK11 model
• 1.0 Arc-blast Hazards
• 2.0 Safety Information
2.1 Finger pinch points
2.2 Strong magnets
• 3.0 Battery Information
3.0 Battery Requirements
3.1 Battery Life
3.2 Battery Replacement
3.3 Connecting/Disconnecting Batteries
3.4 Static Discharge Potential
• 4.0 Operation
4.1 Connecting the control cable
4.2 Sequence of operation
4.3 Attaching and removing the actuator
4.4 Indicator lights
• 5.0 Care and Storage
5.1 Cleaning debris from magnets
5.2 Storage
• 6.0 Warranty
• 7.0 Specications
1.0 Arc-blast Hazards
The hazards associated with electrical arc-blasts are well documented.
Studies conducted by numerous industries and professional
organizations have sought to quantify the intensity of arc-blast, the
risks to personnel, and various methodologies for mitigating the risks.
Without doubt, increasing the distance between the arc and a
human is the single greatest favorable factor in reducing injuries.
The Chicken Switch® is not a panacea but rather one more tool available
for protecting workers while they are performing electrical switching.
Using a Chicken Switch® may not negate the need for additional
personal protective measures. The user is ultimately responsible
for evaluating each situation to determine if additional protective
measures are needed.
ELECTRICAL SWITCHING
MAY PRESENT RISK OF
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
THIS DEVICE SHOULD ONLY
BE USED BY QUALIFIED
PERSONS AFTER CAREFUL
ANALYSIS OF THE HAZARDS.
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2.0 Safety Information
ALWAYS connect the control cable to the actuator
BEFORE installing the Chicken Switch®.
2.1 Finger pinch points
Keep ngers clear of the bottom of the actuator
when the actuator is near a ferrous surface.
2.2 Strong magnets
The holding magnets are very strong. Keep magnetically-
sensitive objects such as watches or computer
disks away from the bottom of the actuator.
3.0 Battery Requirements
• Eight (8) AA alkaline cells are required. Carefully observe
polarity when installing cells.
• Rechargeable batteries are not recommended.
3.1 Battery Life
• A set of fresh alkaline cells should give hundreds of
operations.
• The Chicken Switch® is designed as a portable device.
It is not designed to remain with the control unit
connected to the actuator for extended periods of
time. To do so will deplete a fresh set of batteries in
approximately four to ve days.
3.2 Battery Replacement
• ALWAYS disconnect the control cable before replacing
batteries to avoid possible static damage of the
electronics!
• Turn the control station upside down, remove the
endplate retaining knob. Remove the endplate and
slide the cover out as shown below.
3.3 To connect/disconnect batteries:
3.4 CAUTION: Static Discharge Potential
• To avoid possible damage to electronic components
disconnect the control cable before replacing batteries.
4.0 Operation
ALWAYS connect the control cable to the actuator
BEFORE installing the Chicken Switch®.
4.1 Connecting the control cable
1. Align the arrow on the cable end with the top of the
receptacle.
2. Push in and engage the threads on the coupling nut and
turn clockwise.
3. After one or two turns of the coupling nut, push in on the
cable end. Repeat this until the connector is fully seated.
4. Use a similar technique of turn-stop-and-pull to
disengage the cable ends.
TO AVOID POSSIBLE
DAMAGE TO ELECTRONIC
COMPONENTS DISCONNECT
CONTROL CABLE BEFORE
REPLACING BATTERIES.
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4.2 Sequence of Operation:
1. The breaker must be charged prior to installing the
actuator.
2. Connect the control cable to the actuator and to the
hand-held controller.
3. Position the actuator on the breaker by completing
the steps on the following pages.
4. Ensure you are at a safe distance from the circuit
breaker that is to be operated.
5. Turn the Power Switch on top of the hand-held
controller to the ON position. The amber LED
should illuminate indicating the unit is ready.
6. When ready to operate the actuator, press and HOLD
the ENABLE button while depressing either then TRIP or
CLOSE button for the desired operation. Both buttons
must be held depressed until the actuator
had fully depressed the button.
7. Release the ENABLE and TRIP or CLOSE buttons and
the actuator will retract.
4.3 Attaching and Removing the Actuator:
Step 1: Before installing the actuator, verify that the
plungers are fully retracted. The actuator cannot be
installed on the breaker unless the plungers are
fully retracted.
Step 2: Rotate the breaker charging handle
counter-clockwise. Depending on whether the breaker
is already charged, the handle may stay in about the
3 o’clock position. If it does not, the handle will have to
be held in this position while the actuator is installed.
NOTICE: An RSK-AK11 mounting bracket is required to be permanently installed on each breaker that is to be operated.
Each RSK-AK11 ships with one mounting bracket. Additional brackets (P/N P-0235) can be ordered from MarTek Limited at 1-800-248-4958.
Permanently installed RSK-AK11
mounting bracket P/N P-0235
Step 3: Place the actuator as shown over the mounting
bracket and slide it downward to lock it in place.

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Step 4: Actuator is installed and in position to use.
Step 5: If breaker is not already charged, use the
charging handle to charge the breaker before
attempting to operate the breaker with the RSK-AK11.
Step 6: Actuator is installed
and ready to use.
STEPS TO REMOVE THE ACTUATOR
To remove the actuator, perform the above
steps in the reverse order.
Step1: Rotate the charging handle counter-
clockwise slightly and hold in place while
performing Step #2
Step 2: Lift and remove the RSK-AK11 actuator
from the mounting bracket and return the
charging handle to the vertical, 6 o’clock position.

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4.4 The indicator lights & controls:
NOTE: Red and Green indicator lights only work
when the ENABLE button is depressed.
GREEN: indicates the actuator is being commanded
to extend the ON actuator.
RED: indicates the actuator is being commanded
to extend the OFF actuator.
YELLOW: indicates the hand-held controller is
powered and is ready.
Rapidly blinking YELLOW indicates the battery voltage
with zero load has fallen to an unacceptable level.
Operation is inhibited until batteries with an acceptable
voltage level are installed.
The ENABLE button:
The Enable button must be continuously depressed
in order to command the actuator.
Releasing the enable button has the same aect as
releasing either the ON or OFF buttons – both actuators
will move to the retracted position.
NOTE: If either of the actuators are held in the extended
position for longer than approximately 2 seconds the
actuator will de-energize and will remain in extended
position. When the pushbutton or the enable button
is released, the actuator will retract. 5.0 Care and Storage
5.1 Cleaning the magnets
Over a period of time, the magnets may attract ferrous
debris. Exercise care to avoid setting the actuator where
the magnets might attract debris. If this does occur,
use a paper towel or nylon bristle brush to clean the
face of the magnets. Keeping the magnet faces clean
ensures that maximum holding power is maintained.
5.2 Storage
Remove all batteries from the control station if the device
will not be used for longer than 6 months.
Never store the batteries where the ambient temperature
might exceed 110º F.
Avoid getting the unit wet or storing it in a high humidity
location.
Power switch
Cable connector Fuse

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6.0 Warranty
CBS ArcSafe® guarantees all products manufactured
by CBS ArcSafe® only against defects in materials and/
or workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months
commencing on the date the product is received by the
customer. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE
OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE.
CBS ArcSafe® will, at its option and its cost (excluding
shipping expenses) repair, replace or refund the purchase
price of any product manufactured by CBS ArcSafe® which
has a covered defect in materials and/or workmanship.
THIS IS CUSTOMER’S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR BREACH OF
WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT WILL CBS ARCSAFE’S® LIABILITY
FOR DAMAGES (WHETHER ARISING FROM BREACH OF
CONTRACT OR WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY
OR OTHERWISE) EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE
PRODUCT CONCERNED NOR WILL CBS ARCSAFE® BE
LIABLE FOR PUNITIVE, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR
SPECIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION
LOST PROFITS) EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF
SUCH DAMAGES.
This warranty does not cover damage caused by accident,
improper care, negligence, normal wear and tear, natural
causes, unlicensed repairs, and incompetent supervision.
This warranty also does not cover repairs or replacements
made by unauthorized individuals except when agreed
to in writing. CBS ArcSafe® reserves the right to disallow
warranty repairs if the unit has been disassembled or
misused, as determined by CBS ArcSafe®in good faith.
Please contact us at [phone].
7.0 Specifications
MECHANICAL
Projected Life 20,000 operations
ELECTRICAL
Operating voltage 12 volts DC
Fuse 3 amp
Power supply 8 AA alkaline disposable batteries.
When used properly, one set of batteries
should yield hundreds of operations.
Control Cable 30 feet in length (9.1 meters),
5-conductor, extra-exible, PUR insulation
Controller Requires two-hand operation. The
‘enable’button must be depressed while
depressing the ON or OFF buttons.
A programmable micro-controller
manages control inputs, linear
actuators, and performs timing
functions to protect the actuator in
a stalled condition. Intelligent
‘H-bridge’motor drivers provide start/
stop/braking actuator functions
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