Cooper Power Systems VCS-1SX User manual

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Safety Information........................................................ 2
Hazard Statement Definitions...................................... 2
Safety Instructions ....................................................... 2
Product Information..................................................... 3
Introduction.................................................................. 3
Acceptance and Initial Inspection ................................ 3
Handling and Storage.................................................. 3
Description of Operation.............................................. 3
Ratings and Specifications ........................................ 4
Dimensions....................................................................5
Installation Procedure .................................................6
High-Voltage Connections .......................................... 6
Control Wiring ............................................................. 6
Wiring Diagrams ......................................................... 7
Service Information ..................................................... 8
Service Requirements ................................................. 8
Frequency of Inspection .............................................. 8
High Potential Withstand Tests ................................... 8
Factory Authorized Service Centers ........................... 8
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Service Information
Vacuum Switches
Type VCS-1SX
Solenoid-Operated Capacitor Switch
Installation and Operation Instructions S260-15-3
June 2000 • Supersedes March 2000
Contents
Figure 1.
Kyle®Type VCS-1SX Single-Phase Vacuum Capacitor Switch. 99029KM

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Type VCS-1SX Solenoid-Operated Capacitor Switch Installation and Operation Instructions
SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY FOR LIFE
Kyle Distribution Switchgear products meet or exceed all applicable industry standards relating to product safety. We
actively promote safe practices in the use and maintenance of our products through our service literature, instructional
training programs, and the continuous efforts of all Kyle employees involved in product design, manufacture, marketing,
and service.
We strongly urge that you always follow all locally approved safety procedures and safety instructions when working
around high voltage lines and equipment and support our “Safety For Life” mission.
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WARNING: Hazardous voltage. Contact with
high voltage will cause death or severe personal
injury. Follow all locally approved safety procedures
whenworking around high voltage lines and equipment.
G103.2
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WARNING: Hazardous voltage. This device is
not a substitute for a visible disconnect. Follow all
locally approved safety practices. Failure to follow proper
safety practices can result in contact with high voltage,
which will cause death or severe personal injury. G112.1
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WARNING: Before installing, operating, main-
taining, or testing this equipment, carefully read
and understand the contents of this manual. Improper
operation, handling or maintenance can result in death,
severe personal injury, and equipment damage. G101.0
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WARNING: This equipment is not intended to
protect human life. Follow all locally approved pro-
cedures and safety practices when installing or operating
this equipment. Failure to comply can result in death,
severe personal injury and equipment damage. G102.1
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WARNING: Switchgear must be properly
selected for the intended application. It must be
installed and serviced by competent personnel who have
been trained and understand proper safety procedures.
These instructions are written for such personnel and are
not a substitute for adequate training and experience in
safety procedures. Failure to properly select, install or
maintain switchgear can result in death, severe personal
injury, and equipment damage. G122.1
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Safety Instructions
Following are general caution and warning statements
that apply to this equipment. Additional statements,
related to specific tasks and procedures, are located
throughout the manual.
This manual contains two types of hazard statements:
WARNING: Refers to hazards or unsafe
practices which could result in severe per-
sonal injury, or death, and equipment damage.
CAUTION: Refers to hazards or unsafe prac-
tices which could result in damage to equip-
ment or in personal injury.
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Hazard Statement Definitions
Following is important safety information. For safe instal-
lation and operation of this equipment, be sure to read
and understand all cautions and warnings.

Introduction
Service Information S260-15-3 provides installation and
operating instructions for Kyle Type VCS-1SX solenoid-
operated vacuum capacitor switches.
The information contained in this manual is organized into
the following major categories; Safety Information, Prod-
uct Information, Ratings and Specifications, Dimensions,
Installation Procedure, and Service Information . Refer to
the table of contents for page numbers.
Read This Manual First
Read and understand the contents of this manual and fol-
low all locally approved procedures and safety practices
before installing or operating this equipment.
Additional Information
These instructions cannot cover all details or variations in
the equipment, procedures, or process described, nor
provide directions for meeting every possible contingency
during installation, operation, or maintenance. When
additional information is desired to satisfy a problem not
covered sufficiently for the user's purpose, please contact
your Cooper Power Systems Division representative.
Acceptance and Initial Inspection
Each switch is completely assembled, inspected, tested
and adjusted at the factory. It is in good condition when
accepted by the carrier for shipment. Upon receipt of a
switch, inspect the switch thoroughly for damage and loss
of parts incurred during shipment. If damage or loss is dis-
covered, file a claim with the carrier immediately.
Handling and Storage
If the switch is to be stored for an appreciable time before
installation, provide a clean, dry storage area. Locate the
switch so as to minimize the possibility of mechanical
damage.
Quality Standards
The Quality System at the Cooper Power Systems Kyle
Distribution Switchgear plant is certified to the following
standards:
ISO 9001, 1994
CAN/CSA ISO 9001, 1994
BS EN ISO 9001, 1994
ANSI/ASQC Q9001, 1994
Description of Operation
The Kyle Type VCS-1SX solenoid-operated Vacuum
Capacitor Switch is a single-phase, electrically-operated
vacuum switch. The solid polymer insulation system does
not rely on gaseous or liquid dielectrics. Highly resistant
to ozone, oxygen, moisture, contamination, and ultravio-
let light, it is an environmentally-safe capacitor switch.
The VCS-1SX switch has a single, solid polymer bushing
and is suitable for operation through a temperature range
of -40°C to +65°C.
The switch may be opened and closed electrically by
applying rated control voltage to the proper terminals of
the actuator receptacle.
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PRODUCT INFORMATION

Check Switch Ratings
Before Installation
The switch must be applied within its specified ratings.
Check data plate ratings and compare with the system
characteristics at the point of application prior to installa-
tion. Tables 1 through 6 list the specifications and ratings
for the VCS-1SX switch.
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TABLE 5
Current Ratings
Rated Asymmetrical Making Current . . . . . . . . . . . 9000 A
Rated Continuous Current . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 A
Load Interrupting Ability (Inductive)
10 to 100% Power Factor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 A
Capacitive Current (Max.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 A
Short-Time Current:
Momentary Asymmetric (10 cycles) . . . . . . . . . . 9000 A
Symmetric (0.5 second) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6000 A
Symmetric (1 second) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4500 A
Rated High Frequency Peak
Transient Making Current . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12000 A
Rated Transient Inrush Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . 6000 Hz
TABLE 4
Voltage Ratings
Maximum Voltage
Solidly Grounded Capacitor Banks . . . . . . . . . . 12.0 kV
Ungrounded Capacitor Banks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.0 kV
Rated Basic Impulse Voltage, line to ground . . . . . . 125 kV
Open Contact BIL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 kV
Radio Noise Limit @ 16.4 kV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 µV
60 Hz Withstand
Dry, 1 minute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 kV
Wet, 10 seconds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 kV
TABLE 3
Electrical Specifications
Operating Voltage, nominal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Vac
Operating Voltage range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 - 127 Vac
Current, nominal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 A
Nominal Close Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 ms
Nominal Open Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 ms
TABLE 1
General Specifications
Creepage Distance, mm (in)
Terminal to Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 513 (20)
Terminal to Ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 638 (25)
Mass kg (Weight lb) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 (35)
Mechanical operations w/o maintenance (C-O) . . . . 15,000
Operating Temperature range, °C . . . . . . . . . . -40° to +65°
TABLE 2
Duty Cycle (per ANSI C37.66)
200 Amps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400 operations
100 Amps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400 operations
40 Amps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400 operations
RATINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS
Accessory Plug
Maximum
Catalog Number Cable Range Wire Size
Number of Pins O.D. AWG
KA48NR 5 11-14 mm 12
(0.437 - 0.562 in)
KA98NR 6 13 -16 mm 16
(0.500 - 0.625 in)
TABLE 6
Control Wiring Specification

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DIMENSIONS
O
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E
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CLOSED
383
(15.08)
35 (1.38) Ø
MOUNTING HOLE FOR
16 (0.625) BOLT
RECEPTACLE
144
(5.67)
291
(11.46)
205
(8.07)
147
(5.79)
690
(27.16)
52
(2.05)
70
(2.75)
181
(7.12) 120
(4.72)
146.6
(5.77)
213
(8.38)
31.75
(1.25)
31.75
(1.25)
126
(4.96)
BUSHING TERMINAL
CONNECTOR
#8 SOLID TO 2/0 AWG
CABLE RANGE
50
(1.97) 140
(5.51)
GROUND CONNECTOR
#8 SOLID TO 2/0 AWG
CABLE RANGE
BUSHING TERMINAL
CONNECTOR
#8 SOLID TO 2/0 AWG
CABLE RANGE
Note: All dimensions shown in mm (in).
Dimensions are approximate.
Figure 2.
Dimensions of VCS-1SX switch.

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Check-out Procedure
1. Check data plate. Make sure that ratings on the data
plate are correct for the planned installation.
2. Re-orient switch head position for optimum align-
ment to cable conductors if required for
installation.
A. Loosen the head-to-tank bolts.
B. Rotate the switch head to desired position.
C. Re-torque the head-to-tank bolts in an alternating
pattern to 13 - 20 N-m (10 - 15 ft.-lbs).
3.Install the switch. Follow locally approved installa-
tion procedures. Mounting hardware is available for
pole mounting as an accessory.
High-Voltage Connections
1.Ground the switch. Make the ground connection to
the ground connector located on the switch as shown
in Figure 2.
2.Make line connections. Connect the primary leads
to the switch terminals.The universal clamp-type ter-
minals accommodate AWG No. 8 solid through
2/0 AWG stranded conductor.
Control Wiring
Connections
Connections to the solenoid actuating mechanism are
made through the standard five-pin (or optional six-pin)
receptacle on the head casting.
Mating plugs for the receptacle must be ordered sepa-
rately. Maximum cable and wire sizes accommodated by
the plugs are indicated in Table 6.
Pin orientation diagrams for the receptacles are shown in
Figure 4.
Three-Wire Control
The basic device for remote control of the VCS-1SX
switch is a single-pole, double-throw switch (three-wire
control) supplied by the customer. Any manual switch,
time switch, voltage-, current- or photo-electric controlled
switch, or similar device, can be used, provided the con-
trol circuit is energized for a minimum of 50 milliseconds
for each operation. A connection diagram for a three-wire
control is shown in Figure 5.
Two-Wire Control With Relay
The control can also be operated by an SPST device (two-
wire control). A factory-installed SPDT relay accessory is
required for two-wire control operation. A connection dia-
gram for a two-wire control is shown in Figure 5.
A
B
C
D
EA
B
C
D
E
KEY
F
5-pin
Receptacle 6-pin
Receptacle
Figure 4.
Receptacle pin orientation.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
CAUTION: Equipment Damage. Do not adjust or
rotate bushing terminals. The bushing terminals are
factory-calibrated to meet the continuous current require-
ment of the switchgear. Adjusting or rotating the bushing
terminalscandamagetheencapsulated interrupterresult-
ing in equipment damage or personal injury. T270.0
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Rotate Switch Head About
Vertical Switch Axis
Stationary
Mounting Bracket
on tank
Figure 3.
Adjustment of switch head position to accomodate
varying mounting requirements.
WARNING: Solidly ground all equipment. Failure
to comply can result in death, severe personal
injury, and equipment damage. T223.2
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WARNING: This equipment is not intended to
protect human life. Follow all locally approved pro-
cedures and safety practices when installing or operat-
ing this equipment. Failure to comply can result in
death, severe personal injury and equipment damage.
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Figure 5.
Typical connection diagrams (switch shown in OPEN position).
5 Pin
Three-wire Control
Open
Coil
Close
Coil
B
C
D
A
E
Coil Interrupting
Switch
Coil Interrupting
Switch
6 Pin
Three-wire Control with
auxiliary switch accessory
Open
Coil
Close
Coil
B
C
D
Auxiliary
Switch
F
A
E
Coil Interrupting
Switch
Coil Interrupting
Switch
Ratings Table For Auxiliary Switch
Contact Rating
15 A
0.5 A
0.25 A
Input Voltage
120 - 240 Vac
125 Vdc
250 Vdc
5 Pin
Two-wire Control
B
C
D
A
E
Relay
Coil Open
Coil
Close
Coil
Relay
Coil Interrupting
Switch
Coil Interrupting
Switch
Control
Voltage
Control
Voltage
Close
Open
Control
Voltage
Control
Voltage
Common
Common
Close
Open
Wiring Diagrams
Schematic diagrams of switch actuators with various
accessories wired for two- and three-wire control are
shown in Figure 5.

Service Requirements
The Kyle Type VCS-1SX switch has been designed with
a minimum mechanical life of 15,000 operations. The
switch requires routine inspection to check for physical
damage and to verify operation.
Frequency of Inspection
Because these switches are applied under widely varying
operation and climatic conditions, service intervals are
best determined by the user based upon actual operating
experience.
High Potential Withstand Testing
Use the following procedures to perform high-potential
withstand tests at 75% of the rated 60 Hz withstand volt-
age for one minute. See Table 4.
Closed Contacts Test
1. Close the switch contacts.
2.Ground the switch.
3. Apply proper test voltage to one of the bushing
terminals. The switch should withstand the test volt-
age for 60 seconds.
Open Contacts Test
1. Open the switch contacts.
2. Ground the switch.
3. Ground the bushing terminal on one side of the switch.
4.Apply proper test voltage to the ungrounded bushing
terminal. The switch should withstand the test voltage
for 60 seconds.
5.Reverse the test and ground connections to the bush-
ing terminals.
6. Apply proper test voltage to the ungrounded bushing
terminal. The switch should withstand the voltage for
60 seconds.
Withstand Test Results
The high potential withstand tests provide information on
the dielectric condition of the switch.
If the switch passes the closed-contacts test and fails the
open-contacts test, the cause is likely to be in the inter-
rupter assembly.
If the switch fails the closed-contacts test, the cause is
likely to be a diminished electrical clearance or failed insu-
lation.
Replacement Parts
Replacement parts for Kyle switches are available
through the factory service department. Only factory
authorized parts are to be used. Contact your Cooper
Power Systems representative for additional information
and ordering procedures.
Factory-Authorized Service
Centers
Factory-authorized service centers are located through-
out North America to provide maintenance, repair and
testing services for Kyle switches. For further information,
contact your Cooper Power Systems representative.
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WARNING: Hazardous voltage. The switchgear
and high voltage transformer must be in a test
cage or similar protective device to prevent accidental
contact with high voltage parts. Solidly ground all equip-
ment. Failure to comply can result in death, severe per-
sonal injury, and equipment damage. T221.3
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CAUTION: Radiation. At voltages up to the
specified test voltages, the radiation emitted by
the vacuum interrupter is negligible. However, above
these voltages, radiation injurious to personnel can be
emitted. See Service Information S280-90-1, Vacuum
Interrupter Withstand Test Voltage Ratings Information
for further information. G109.2
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