Low voltage electrical distribution

Masterpact NW
Circuit breakers and switch disconnectors
NW DC 1000 to 4000 A

User manual
09/2009

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User manual for circuit breakers Contents
and switch-disconnectors
Masterpact NW10-40DC

Identifying Masterpact 2
Characteristics of circuit breakers and switch-disconnector 2
Rating plate 3
Discovering Masterpact 4
Components 4
Using Masterpact 8
Understanding the controls and indications 8
Charging the circuit breaker 9
Closing the circuit breaker 10
Opening the circuit breaker 11
Resetting after a fault trip 12
Locking the controls 13
Using the Masterpact drawout chassis 16
Identifying the circuit breaker positions 16
Racking 17
Matching a Masterpact circuit breaker with its chassis 19
Locking the switchboard door 20
Locking the circuit breaker in position 21
Locking the safety shutters 24
Identifying the electrical auxiliaries 26
Identification of the connection terminals 26
Electrical diagrams 27
Operation 29
Discovering the control unit and sensors 30
Identifying the control unit and sensor settings 30
Setting the sensors 31
Current protection 32
Discovering Masterpact's accessories 33
Indication contacts 33
Auxiliaries for remote operation 35
Device mechanical accessories 37
Chassis mechanical accessories 39
Inspecting and testing before use 42
Initial tests 42
What to do when the circuit breaker trips 43
Maintaining Masterpact performance 44
Recommended maintenance program 44
Maintenance operations 45
Ordering replacement parts 48
Troubleshooting and solutions 49
Checking Masterpact operating conditions 51
Environmental conditions 51
Appendix 53
Tripping curves 53

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 Identifying Masterpact Characteristics of circuit breakers
and switch-disconnector

The Masterpact NW DC range of circuit breakers and switch-disconnectors offer

E87321

current ratings from 1000 to 4000 A.

Different performance levels are available:
b N: standard
b H: high performance.

Rated current 1000, 2000 and 4000 A

Circuit breaker type Type N Type H
Operational voltage (V DC) 500 V 500 V 750 V 900 V
Breaking capacity (kA) y 5 ms 85 kA 100 kA 85 kA 85 kA
- depends on time constant L/R y 15 ms 35 kA 85 kA 50 kA 35 kA

L/R
- and on the operational voltage y 30 ms 25 kA 50 kA 50 kA 25 kA
Type N Type H
Version (pole-connection type) Isolated Version C Version E
- depends on the type of

Type of power
Distribution Middle- Version C Version C Version E
- system and circuit breaker point
Earthed Version C Version D

system
negative
polarity
Type HA
500 V 900 V 900 V
Icw 1s 85 kA 85 kA 85 kA
Icm 85 kA 85 kA 85 kA
Versions C D E

NDC-C HDC-D

DB107384
E71027

HDC-E
DB107385

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 Identifying Masterpact Rating plate
DB118440

Rated current (x 100 A)

DB118441
Performance level

Type of poles connection

Suitability for isolation

Masterpact Type of device: circuit breaker or

NW10 NDC-C switch-disconnector
Ui 1000V Uimp 12kV
Ue Icu Impulse withstand voltage
(V) (kA)
250/500 35 (L/R 15 ms) Ultimate breaking capacity
85 (L/R 5 ms)

Ics = 100% Icu Rated insultation level

Icw 50kA/1s cat.B
IEC 60947-2
UTE VDE BS CEI UNE AS
Rated operational voltage

Rated short-time withstand current

Frequency

Ics: rated service breaking capacity

Icu: ultimate breaking capacity

instantaneous
instantan
instantan o
A1 = A2 = 2500A
Setting ranges for instantaneous tripping
B1 = B2 = 3300A
C1 = C2 = 4000A
D1 = D2 = 5000A
E1 = E2 = 5400A

Type of poles connection

NDC-C

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Discovering Masterpact Components

Masterpact circuit breakers are available in drawout and fixed versions.

The drawout version is mounted on a chassis and the fixed version is installed using
fixing brackets.

Drawout version

E87328

Fixed version
E87329

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 Discovering Masterpact Components

Chassis
DB118442

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 Discovering Masterpact Components

Circuit breaker / switch-disconnector

DB118443

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 Discovering Masterpact Components

Front
DB118444

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 Using Masterpact Understanding the controls
and indications

Circuit breaker open Circuit breaker closed

DB118332

and discharged and discharged

DB118377
DB118379

Circuit breaker open, Circuit breaker closed,

charged and not "ready to charged and not "ready to
close" close"
DB118380

DB118381
Circuit breaker open, charged
and "ready to close"
DB118378

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 Using Masterpact Charging the circuit breaker

The charge status is indicated as follows. The springs in the circuit breaker operating mechanism must be charged to store the
energy required to close the main contacts. The springs may be charged manually
using the charging handle or the optional MCH gear motor.
DB118475

Manual charging: Automatic charging:

pull the handle down if the MCH gear motor is
seven times until you hear installed, the spring is
a "clack". automatically recharged
after each closing.

DB118334

DB118382
OR

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 Using Masterpact Closing the circuit breaker

Device "ready to close"

Closing conditions
Closing (i.e. turning the circuit ON) is possible only if the circuit breaker is
DB118383

"ready to close".
The prerequisites are the following:
b device open (OFF)
Device not "ready to close" b springs charged
b no opening order present.
DB118384

If the circuit breaker is not "ready to close" when the order is given, stop the order
and start again when the circuit breaker is "ready to close".

Closing the circuit breaker

Locally (mechanical)
Press the mechanical ON pushbutton.
DB118385

DB118387

Locally (electrical)
BPFE XF Press the electrical closing
pushbutton. By adding an XF
DB118388
DB118386

closing release, the circuit

breaker can be closed
remotely.

Remotely
XF When connected to a remote control panel, the XF
closing release (0.85 to 1.1 Un) can be used to close
DB118335

DB118388

the circuit breaker remotely.

Enabling or disabling the anti-pumping function

The purpose of the mechanical anti-pumping function is to ensure that a circuit
breaker receiving simultaneous opening and closing orders does not open and close
indefinitely.
If there is a continuous closing order, after opening the circuit breaker remains open
until the closing order is discontinued. A new closing order then closes the circuit
breaker. This function can be disabled by wiring the closing release in series with the
PF "ready to close" contact.

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 Using Masterpact Opening the circuit breaker

Locally
Press the OFF pushbutton.
DB118385

DB118389

Remotely
DB118335

Use one of the following solutions:

b one or two MX opening releases (MX1 and MX2, 0.7 to 1.1 Un)
b one MN undervoltage release (0.35 to 0.7 Un)
b one MN undervoltage release (0.35 to 0.7 Un) with a delay unit (R or Rr).

When connected to a remote control panel, these releases can be used to open the
circuit breaker remotely.

MX1, MX2, MN Delay unit

DB118388

DB118390

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 Using Masterpact Resetting after a fault trip

The circuit breaker signals a fault by:

b a mechanical indicator on the front
b one or two SDE "fault-trip" indication contacts (SDE/2 is optional).

Locally
If the circuit breaker is not equipped with the automatic reset option,
reset it manually.
DB118385

DB118392

Remotely
DB118335

Use the Res electrical remote reset option

(not compatible with an SDE/2).
DB118391

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 Using Masterpact Locking the controls
Disabling Circuit breaker
local closing and opening

Pushbutton locking using a padlock

(shackle diameter 5 to 8 mm), a lead seal or screws.
Padlock Lead seal Screws
DB118341

DB118340

DB118339

DB118342
Locking
Close the covers. Insert the padlock
shackle, lead seal
or screws.
DB118338

DB118337

Unlocking
Remove the padlock, Lift the covers and swing The pushbuttons
lead seal or screws. them down. are no longer locked.
DB118337

DB118336

DB118343

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Using Masterpact Locking the controls
Disabling local and remote closing

Combination of locking systems

To disable circuit breaker closing using the pushbuttons or remotely,
use as needed:
b a padlock
b one or two keylocks
b a combination of the two locking systems.

Install a padlock (maximum shackle diameter

5 to 8 mm)
Locking
Open the circuit breaker. Pull out the tab. Insert the padlock
shackle.

DB118345
DB118389

DB118344
Check
The controls are inoperative.
DB118346

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Unlocking
Remove the padlock.
DB118347

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Using Masterpact Locking the controls
Disabling local and remote closing

Locking the controls with one or two keylocks

Locking
Open the circuit breaker. Turn the key(s). Remove the key(s).

DB118350
DB118351
DB118389

Check
The controls are inoperative.
DB118346

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Unlocking
Insert the key(s). Turn the key(s). The key(s) cannot be
removed.
DB118349

DB118348

DB118402

Four types of keylocks are available

RONIS PROFALUX CASTELL
DB118394

DB118395

DB118393

KIRK
DB118396

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Using the Masterpact Identifying the circuit breaker
drawout chassis
positions

The indicator on the front signals the position of the circuit breaker in the chassis.

DB118354

b "connected" position
DB118398

DB118353

b "test" position
DB118397

DB118352

b "disconnected" position
DB118399

DB118355

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Using the Masterpact Racking
drawout chassis

These operations require that all chassis-locking Prerequisites

functions be disabled (see page 21). To connect and disconnect Masterpact, the crank must be used. The locking
systems, padlocks and the racking interlock all inhibit use of the crank.

Withdrawing the circuit breaker from the "connected"

to "test" position, then to "disconnected" position
The circuit breaker is in "connected"
position.

DB118445

The circuit breaker is in "test" position.

Remove the crank or continue to
"disconnected" position.
The circuit breaker is in "test" position.

The circuit breaker is in "disconnected"

position.

Caution. The right-hand rail cannot be removed if the Removing the rails
crank has not been removed or if the circuit breaker is
Press the release tabs To put the rails back in, press the release
not fully disconnected.
and pull the rails out. tabs and push the rails in.
DB118358
DB118356

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Using the Masterpact Racking
drawout chassis

For complete information on Masterpact handling and Inserting Masterpact

mounting, see the installation manual(s).
Position the circuit breaker on the rails. Open the circuit breaker
Check that it rests on all four supports. (in any case, it opens
Before mounting the circuit breaker, make sure it automatically during
matches the chassis. connection).

DB118360

DB118389
Push the circuit breaker into the chassis, taking care not to push on the control unit.
DB118359

If you cannot insert the circuit breaker in the chassis,

check that the mismatch protection on the chassis
corresponds to that on the circuit breaker.

Racking the circuit breaker from the "disconnected"

to "test" position, then to "connected" position
The device is in "disconnected" position
DB118446

The device is in "test" position.

Remove the crank or continue
to "connected" position.
The device is in "test" position.

The device is in "connected" position.

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Using the Masterpact Matching a Masterpact
drawout chassis
circuit breaker with its chassis

To set up a mismatch-prevention combination for the The mismatch protection ensures that only a circuit breaker with compatible
circuit breaker and the chassis, see the mismatch- characteristics (rating, breaking capacity, version) can be inserted in a chassis.
prevention installation manual.
The possible combinations are listed below.

DB118362

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Using the Masterpact Locking the switchboard door
drawout chassis

The locking device is installed on the left or right-hand side of the chassis:
b when the circuit breaker is in “connected” or “test” position, the latch is lowered
and the door is locked
b when the circuit breaker is in “disconnected” position, the latch is raised and the
door is unlocked.

DB118366

Disabling door opening

Close the door. Put the Masterpact in The door is locked.
"test" or "connected"
position.
DB118365
DB118401

DB118363

Enabling door opening

Put the Masterpact in The door is unlocked.
"disconnected" position.
DB118400
DB118364

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Using the Masterpact Locking the circuit breaker
drawout chassis
in position

Padlocks and keylocks may be used together. Combination of locking systems

To disable local or remote opening or closing of the circuit breaker, use as needed:
b one to three padlocks
b one or two keylocks
b a combination of the two locking systems.

Disabling connection when the circuit breaker

is in "disconnected" position, using one to three
padlocks (maximum shackle diameter 5 to 8 mm)
Locking
Circuit breaker in "disconnected" Pull out the tab.
DB118372 position.

DB118371
Insert the shackle (max. diameter The crank cannot be inserted.
5 to 8 mm) of the padlock(s).
DB118370

DB118369

Unlocking
Remove the padlock(s). Release the tab.
DB118368

DB118367

The crank can be inserted.

DB118373

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Using the Masterpact Locking the circuit breaker
drawout chassis
in position

Padlocks and keylocks may be used together. Disabling connection when the circuit breaker
is in "disconnected" position, using one or two
keylocks.
Locking
Circuit breaker in "disconnected" Turn the key(s).
position.

DB118405
DB118372

Remove the key(s). The crank cannot be inserted.

DB118404

DB118369

Unlocking
Insert the key(s). Turn the key(s). The crank can be inserted.
DB118409

DB118403

DB118373

Four types of keylocks are available

RONIS PROFALUX CASTELL
DB118394

DB118395

DB118393

KIRK
DB118396

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Using the Masterpact Locking the circuit breaker
drawout chassis
in position

For this operation, the circuit breaker must be removed Disabling use of the crank in all positions
from the chassis. It is possible to modify the padlock and keylock locking function. Instead of locking
only in "disconnected" position, it is possible to lock the circuit breaker in all
positions.
Set the circuit breaker to "disconnected" Insert the crank.
position. Remove the circuit breaker
from the chassis.

DB118372

DB118410
Turn the catch to the right. The circuit breaker can now be locked in all positions.
DB118447

It is possible to enable or disable insertion of the crank. Locking the circuit breaker when the door is open
DB118413

When the door is open, the crank cannot When the door is closed, the crank
be inserted. can be inserted.
DB118411

DB118414

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Using the Masterpact Locking the safety shutters
drawout chassis Padlocking inside the chassis

Using the shutter locking blocks

Remove the block(s) from Position the block(s) on the guide(s).
their storage position.

DB118419
DB118417

Lock the block(s) using a padlock.

DB118416

Four locking possibilities

Top and bottom shutters Top shutter locked,
not locked. Bottom shutter not locked.
DB118415

Top shutter not locked, Top and bottom shutters

Bottom shutter locked. locked.
DB118418

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Using the Masterpact Locking the safety shutters
drawout chassis Padlocking or position indication
on the front

This system offers two functions:

DB118448
b padlocking of the top or bottom shutters
b indication of the position of each shutter:
v shutter open
v shutter closed.

Locking
Pull out the left-hand tab to lock Insert a padlock
the top shutter. (shackle 5 to 8 mm).

DB118421
DB118422

Pull out the right-hand tab Insert a padlock

to lock the bottom shutter. (shackle 5 to 8 mm).
DB118422

Pull out both tabs DB118421

Insert a padlock
to lock both shutters. (shackle 5 to 8 mm).
DB118425

DB118424

Unlocking
Remove the padlock. Release the tab(s).
DB118420

DB118426

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 Identifying the electrical Identification of the connection
auxiliaries
terminals
Layout of terminal blocks
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 Identifying the electrical Electrical diagrams
auxiliaries Fixed and drawout devices

The diagram is shown with circuits de-energised, all

devices open, connected and charged and relays in
normal position.

Power Control unit Remote operation

DB105086

DB118450
DB105085
DB105088

Communication
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E3 E4

E1 E2

Remote operation
SDE2 / Res SDE1 MN / MX2 MX1 XF PF MCH

184 / K2 84 D2 / C12 C2 A2 254 B2

182 82 C3 A3 252 B3

181 / K1 81 D1 / C11 C1 A1 251 B1

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SDE2 : Fault-trip indication contact
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SDE1 : Fault-trip indication contact (supplied as standard)

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MX2 : Shunt release

MMX1 : Shunt release

(standard or communicating)

XF : Closing release
(standard or communicating)

PF : “Ready to close” contact

MCH : Gear motor

Note:
When communicating MX or XF releases are used, the third wire (C3, A3)
must be connected even if the communications module is not installed.

Interconnected connections (only one wire per connection point).

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 Identifying the electrical Electrical diagrams
auxiliaries

Indication contacts Chassis contacts

DB105089

Indication contacts Chassis contacts

OF4 OF3 OF2 OF1 OF24 OF23 OF22 OF21 OF14 OF13 OF12 OF11 CD3 CD2 CD1 CE3 CE2 CE1 CT3 CT2 CT1

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or or or or or or or or or or
EF24 EF23 EF22 EF21 EF14 EF13 EF12 EF11 CE6 CE5 CE4 CE9 CE8 CE7

248 238 228 218 148 138 128 118 364 354 344 394 384 374

246 236 226 216 146 136 126 116 362 352 342 392 382 372

245 235 225 215 145 135 125 115 361 351 341 391 381 371

Indication contacts Chassis contacts

OF4 ON/OFF OF 24 or ON/OFF indication contacts CD3 Disconnected CE3 Connected CT3 Test position
OF3 indication EF 24 Combined "connected/closed" CD2 position CE2 position CT2 contacts
OF2 contacts indication contacts CD1 contacts CE1 contacts CT1
OF1 OF 23 or
EF 23 or or

OF 22 or CE6 Connected CE9 Connected

EF 22 CE5 position CE8 position
CE4 contacts CE7 contacts
OF 21 or
or
EF 21
CD6 Disconnected
OF 14 or CD5 position
EF 14 CD4 contacts

OF 13 or
EF 13
Key:
OF12 or Drawout device only
EF12
XXX SDE1, OF1, OF2, OF3, OF4 supplied as standard

OF11 or Interconnected connections

EF11 (only one wire per connection point)

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auxiliaries

The ON/OFF indication contacts signal the status of Circuit breaker

the device main contacts.
DB118451

The carriage switches indicate the "connected", "test" Chassis

and "disconnected" positions.
DB118452

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Discovering the control Identifying the control unit
unit and sensors
and sensor settings

All Masterpact NW DC circuit breakers are equipped Micrologic DC1.0

with Micrologic control units.

DB118453
Micrologic DC1.0

Type of protection
1= instantaneous

Control unit version

Identification of the different control unit
generations (0 for the first generation).
b This control unit is designed to protect power circuits and load devices.
b It is associated with sensors with instantaneous thresholds that can be adjusted
on the front of the control unit.
Three sensor versions provide different threshold ranges:
v 1250 to 2500 A
v 2500 to 5400 A
v 5000 to 11000 A.
b The instantaneous protection has no time delay settings.
b No overload protection (thermal relay type) is provided on the DC range.
DB118455

(see tripping curves appended)

b Settings are accessible in front, behind the door of the cubicle.

Both sensors must have the same settings.
DB118454

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Discovering the control Setting the sensors
unit and sensors

Before undertaking any work, de-energise the Making the settings

installation and fit locks or warnings in compliance with
all applicable safety standards.

DB118457

Open the door of the cubicle.

b Follow the instructions indicated on the setting label.

b Set the adjustment knobs to the desired values (the two settings must be the
same):
v push and turn clockwise from A toward E to increase the trip threshold
v push and turn anti-clockwise from E toward A to decrease the trip threshold.
DB118456
DB118458

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Discovering the control Current protection
unit and sensors

Im thresholds
Settings indicated on dials: A, B, C, D or E.

Minimum Maximum
Sensor version Settings Settings Settings Settings Settings
A1 and A2 B1 and B2 C1 and C2 D1 and D2 E1 and E2
1250/2500 1250 A 1500 A 1600 A 2000 A 2500 A
2500/5400 2500 A 3300 A 4000 A 5000 A 5400 A
5000/11000 5000 A 8000 A 10000 A 11000 A 11000 A

Tolerances ±8% ± 10 % ± 10 % ± 10 % ± 10 %

DB118459

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accessories

ON/OFF indication contacts (OF)

b Standard equipment, b OF contacts indicate b 4 changeover contacts
4 OF per device the position of main b Rated current: 10 A
contacts b Breaking capacity
b They trip when the 50/60 Hz for AC power
minimum isolation (AC12 as per 947-5-1):
distance between the v 480 V: 10 A (rms)
main contacts is reached v 600 V: 6 A (rms)
b Breaking capacity
for DC power (DC12 as
per 947-5-1):
v 250 V: 3 A.

Additional ON/OFF indication contacts (OF)

E51331A

b Optional equipment, b OF contacts indicate b Changeover contacts.

two blocks of 4 OF the position of the main b Rated current: 10 A
contacts per device contacts b Breaking capacity
b Connection cables not b They trip when the 50/60 Hz for AC power
included, see below: minimum isolation (AC12 as per 947-5-1):
one block of 4 OF distance between the v 480 V: 10 A (rms)
contacts main contacts is reached v 600 V: 6 A (rms)
b Connection cables: b Breaking capacity
for fixed device for DC power (DC12 as
for drawout device per 947-5-1):
v 250 V: 3 A.

Combined "connected/closed" contacts (EF)

b Optional equipment, b The contact combines b Changeover contacts
8 EF contacts per device the "device connected" b Rated current: 10 A
b Each contact is and the "device closed" b Breaking capacity
mounted in place of the information to produce 50/60 Hz for AC power
connector of an additional the "circuit closed" (AC12 as per 947-5-1):
OF contact. information v 240 V: 10 A (rms)
b One EF contact v 380 V: 10 A (rms)
v 480 V: 10 A (rms)
v 600 V: 6 A (rms)
b Breaking capacity
for DC power (DC12 as
per 947-5-1):
v 48 V: 2.5 A
v 130 V: 0.8 A
v 250 V: 0.3 A.

"Fault-trip" indication contact (SDE/1)

b Standard equipment on b The contact provides b Changeover contact
circuit breakers, one a remote indication of b Rated current: 10 A
SDE/1 contact per device device opening due to b Breaking capacity
b Not available for an electrical fault 50/60 Hz for AC power
switch-disconnector (AC12 as per 947-5-1):
versions v 240 V: 10 A (rms)
v 380 V: 5 A (rms)
v 480 V: 5 A (rms)
v 600 V: 3 A (rms)
b Breaking capacity
for DC power
(DC12 as per 947-5-1):
v 48 V: 3 A
v 125 V: 0.3 A
v 250 V: 0.15 A.

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accessories

Additional "fault-trip" indication contact (SDE/2)

DB118391

b Optional equipment for b The contact remotely b Changeover contact.

circuit breakers, one indicates device opening b Rated current: 10 A
additional SDE/2 contact due to an electrical fault b Breaking capacity
per device 50/60 Hz for AC power
b Not available for (AC12 as per 947-5-1):
switch-disconnector v 240 V: 10 A (rms)
versions v 380 V: 5 A (rms)
b Not compatible with the v 480 V: 5 A (rms)
Res option v 600 V: 3 A (rms)
b Connection cables not b Breaking capacity
included, see below: for DC power (DC12 as
one SDE/2 contact per 947-5-1):
b Connection cables: v 48 V: 3 A
for fixed device v 125 V: 0.3 A
for drawout device v 250 V: 0.15 A.
DB118391

Electrical reset after fault trip (Res)

b Optional equipment, b The contact remotely
one Res per device resets the device
b Not compatible with the following tripping due to
SDE/2 option an electrical fault.
b Connection cables not
included, see below:
110/130 V AC
220/240 V AC
b Connection cables:
for fixed device
for drawout device

"Springs charged" limit switch contact (CH)

b Standard equipment, b The contact indicates b Changeover contact
one CH contact per the "charged" status of b Rated current: 10 A
device the operating mechanism b Breaking capacity
(springs charged) 50/60 Hz for AC power
(AC12 as per 947-5-1):
v 240 V: 10 A (rms)
v 380 V: 5 A (rms)
v 480 V: 5 A (rms)
v 600 V: 3 A (rms)
b Breaking capacity
for DC power (DC12 as
per 947-5-1):
v 48 V: 3 A
v 125 V: 0.3 A
v 250 V: 0.25 A.

"Ready to close" contact (PF)

E51332A

b Optional equipment, b The contact indicates b Changeover contact

one PF contact per that the device may be b Rated current: 10 A
device closed because all the b Breaking capacity
b Connection cables not following are valid: 50/60 Hz for AC power
included, see below: v circuit breaker is open (AC12 as per 947-5-1):
one PF contact v spring mechanism is v 240 V: 10 A (rms)
b Connection cables: charged v 380 V: 5 A (rms)
for fixed device v a maintained closing b Breaking capacity
for drawout device order is not present for DC power (DC12 as
v a maintained opening per 947-5-1):
order is not present v 48 V: 3 A
v 125 V: 0.3 A
v 250 V: 0.15 A.

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Gear motor (MCH)

DB118382

b Optional equipment, b The gear motor b Charging time:

one MCH gear motor automatically charges 4 seconds max.
per device and recharges the spring b Consumption:
b Connection cables not mechanism v 180 VA AC
included, see below: v 180 W DC
100/130 V AC b Inrush current:
200/240 V AC 2 to 3 In for 0.1 second
277 V AC b Operating rate:
380/415 V AC maximum 3 cycles
400/440 V AC per minute.
480 V AC
24/30 V DC
48/60 V DC
100/125 V DC
200/250 V DC
b Connection cables:
for fixed device
for drawout device
DB118388

Opening releases MX/1 and MX/2, closing release XF

b Optional equipment, b Connection cables: b Device response time:
1 or 2 MX releases per for fixed device v MX: 50 ms ± 10
device, 1 XF per device for drawout device v XF: 70 ms +10 / -15
b The function (MX or b The MX release > 3200 A: 80 ms ± 10
XF) is determined by instantaneously opens b Operating threshold:
where the coil is installed the circuit breaker when v MX: 0.7 to 1.1 x Un
b Connection cables not energised v XF: 0.85 to 1.1 x Un
included, see below: b The XF release b The supply can be
v standard version: instantaneously closes maintained
12 V AC the circuit breaker when b Consumption:
50/60 Hz / DC energised, if the device is v pick-up (80 ms):
24/30 V AC "ready to close" 200 VA
50/60 Hz / DC v hold: 4.5 VA.
48/60 V AC
50/60 Hz / DC
100/130 V AC
50/60 Hz / DC
200/250 V AC
50/60 Hz / DC
277 V AC
50/60 Hz / DC
380/480 V AC
50/60 Hz / DC.
v communicating version
(with COM option):
12 V AC
50/60 Hz / DC
24/30 V AC
50/60 Hz / DC
48/60 V AC
50/60 Hz / DC
100/130 V AC
50/60 Hz / DC
200/250 V AC
50/60 Hz / DC
240/277 V AC
50/60 Hz / DC
380/480 V AC
50/60 Hz / DC

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Instantaneous undervoltage releases (MN)

DB118388

b Optional equipment, b The MN release b Device response time:

1 MN per device instantaneously opens 90 ms ±5
b Not compatible with the the circuit breaker when b Operating threshold:
MX/2 opening release its supply voltage drops. v opening:
b Connection cables not 0.35 to 0.7 x Un
included, see below: v closing: 0.85 x Un
24/30 V AC b Consumption:
50/60 Hz / DC v pick-up (80 ms): 200 VA
48/60 V AC v hold: 4.5 VA.
50/60 Hz / DC
100/130 V AC
50/60 Hz / DC
200/250 V AC
50/60 Hz / DC
380/480 V AC
50/60 Hz / DC
b Connection cables:
for fixed device
for drawout device

Delay unit for MN releases

DB118390

b Optional equipment, b The unit delays b Device response time:

1 MN with delay unit operation of the MN 0.5, 1, 1.5, 3 seconds
per device release to eliminate b Operating threshold:
b Delay-unit (must be circuit breaker nuisance v opening:
ordered in addition to the tripping during short 0.35 to 0.7 x Un
MN): voltage clips v closing: 0.85 x Un
48/60 V AC b The unit is wired in b Consumption:
50/60 Hz / DC series with the MN and v pick-up (80 ms): 200 VA
100/130 V AC must be installed outside v hold: 4.5 VA.
50/60 Hz / DC the circuit breaker
200/250 V AC
50/60 Hz / DC
380/480 V AC
50/60 Hz / DC

Electrical closing pushbutton (BPFE)

E51333A

b Optional equipment, b Located on the front of

1 BPFE per device the device, this
b Connection cables not pushbutton carries out
included, see below electrical closing of the
b Connection cables: circuit breaker via the XF
for fixed device release, taking into
for drawout device account all the safety
functions that are part of
the control/monitoring
system of the installation.

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Operation counter (CDM)

E46103A

b Optional equipment, b The operation counter

one CDM per device sums the number of
� operating cycles.
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Escutcheon (CDP)
E46120A

b Optional equipment, b The CDP increases the

one CDP per device degree of protection
b For fixed device, for to IP40 and IK07 (fixed
drawout device and drawout devices).

Transparent cover (CP)

E46118A

b Optional equipment, b Mounted with a CDP,

one CP per device the CP increases the
equipped with a CDP degree of protection
b For fixed and drawout to IP55 and IK10 (fixed
devices and drawout devices).

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accessories

Transparent cover for pushbutton locking using

E46238A

a padlock, lead seal or screws

b Optional equipment, b The transparent cover
one locking cover per blocks access (together
device or separately) to the
pushbuttons used to open
and close the devic.
b Locking requires a
padlock, a lead seal
or two screws.

Device locking in the OFF position using a padlock

E46579A

b Optional equipment, b The unit inhibits local

one locking system or remote closing of the
per device device
b Up to three padlocks
may be used for locking.

Device OFF position locking kit for keylocks

b Optional equipement, b The kit inhibits local or
one locking kit per device remote closing of the
b Locks not included: device.
for Profalux or Ronis
keylocks
for Castell keylocks
for Kirk keylocks

Ronis
Keylocks required for the device locking kit
b One or two keylocks
E51273A
E51286A

per locking kit

b Ronis:
1 keylock
2 keylocks:
b Profalux:
1 keylock
2 keylocks.

Profalux
E51274A
E51287A

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accessories

Top shutter closed. Bottom shutter closed.

Safety shutters
b Optional equipment b Mounted on the b IP20.
E51334A

b Set of shutters for top chassis, the safety

and bottom: shutters automatically
v NW08/NW40: block access to the
3 poles disconnecting contact
4 poles cluster when the device is
in the "disconnected"
or "test" positions

Shutter locking blocks

E46293A

b Optional equipment: b The block may be

2 blocks for NW08 to padlocked. It:
NW40 v prevents connection of
b 2 blocks the device
v locks the shutters in the
closed position
v holds the shutter in the
open position.

Shutter position indication and locking on front

E46946A

b Optional equipment b This option located on

b NW08/NW40: the front of the chassis:
3 and 4 poles v indicates that the
shutters are closed
v can be used to
independently or
simultaneously padlock
the two shutters
(top and bottom).

Circuit breaker locking in "disconnected" position

E46561A

b Optional equipment, b Mounted on the

one locking system chassis and accessible
per device with the door closed, this
b Keylocks not included: system locks the circuit
for Profalux or Ronis breaker in "disconnected"
keylocks position using one or two
for Castell keylocks keylocks
for Kirk keylocks b The "disconnected"
position locking system
may be modified to lock
the circuit breaker in
all three positions.

Ronis

Keylocks required with the "disconnected" position

E51286A

E51273A

locking system
b One or two keylocks
per locking system
b Ronis:
1 keylock
2 keylocks
b Profalux:
Profalux
1 keylock
2 keylocks.
E51287A

E51274A

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accessories

Door interlock
E46652A

b Optional equipment, b This device inhibits b It may be mounted on

one door interlock per opening of the cubicle the left or right-hand side
chassis door when the circuit of the chassis.
breaker is in "connected"
or "test" position

Racking interlock
E46124A

b Optional equipment, b This device prevents b It is mounted on the

one racking interlock per insertion of the racking right-hand side of the
chassis handle when the cubicle chassis.
door is open

Mismatch protection
E46111A

b Optional equipment, b Mismatch protection

one mismatch protection offers twenty different
device per chassis combinations that the
user may select to ensure
that only a compatible
circuit breaker is mounted
on a given chassis.

Auxiliary terminal shield (CB)

E51351A

b Optional equipment, b The shield prevents

one CB shield per chassis access to the terminal
b NW08/NW40 block of the electrical
3 poles auxiliaries.
4 poles

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"Connected", "disconnected" and "test" position

E46095A

carriage switches (CE, CD, CT)

b Optional equipment, b The carriage switches b Changeover contact
one to nine carriage indicate the three b Rated current: 10 A
switches positions: b Breaking capacity
b Standard configuration, v CE: connected position 50/60 Hz for AC power
0 to 3 CE, v CD: disconnected (AC12 as per 947-5-1):
0 to 3 CD, position (when the v 240 V: 10 A (rms)
0 to 3 CT minimum isolation v 380 V: 5 A (rms)
b Other configurations distance between the b Breaking capacity for
(by ordering additional main contacts and the DC power
actuators): auxiliary contacts is (DC12 as per 947-5-1):
v 0 to 9 CE, 0 CD, 0 CT reached) v 250 V: 0.3 A.
v 0 to 6 CE, 0 to 3 CD, 0 v CT: test position
CT
v 0 to 6 CE, 0 CD, 0 to 3
CT
b Connection cables not
included, see below:
v 1 carriage switch
v 1 set of actuators for
additional carriage
switches
b Connection cables
(per carriage switch)

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Inspecting and testing Initial tests
before use Procedure

These operations must be carried out in particular A general check of the circuit breaker takes only a few minutes and avoids any risk of
before using a Masterpact device for the first time. mistakes due to errors or negligence.
A general check must be carried out:
b prior to initial use
b following an extended period during which the circuit breaker is not used.

A check must be carried out with the entire switchboard de-energised.

In switchboards with compartments, only those compartments that may be accessed
by the operators must be de-energised.

Electrical tests
Insulation and dielectric-withstand tests must be carried out immediately after
delivery of the switchboard. These tests are precisely defined by international
standards and must be directed and carried out by a qualified expert.

Prior to running the tests, it is absolutely necessary to disconnect all the electrical
auxiliaries of the circuit breaker (MCH, MX, XF, MN, Res electrical remote reset).

Switchboard inspection
Check that the circuit breakers are installed in a clean environment, free of any
installation scrap or items (tools, electrical wires, broken parts or shreds, metal
objects, etc.).

Conformity with the installation diagram

Check that the devices conform with the installation diagram:
b breaking capacities indicated on the rating plates
b identification of the rating and version on the front of the circuit breaker
b presence of any optional functions (remote ON/OFF with motor mechanism,
auxiliaries)
b protection settings (instantaneous trip settings)
b identification of the protected circuit marked on the front of each circuit breaker.

Condition of connections and auxiliaries

Check device mounting in the switchboard and the tightness of power connections.
Check that all auxiliaries and accessories are correctly installed:
b electrical auxiliaries
b terminal blocks
b connections of auxiliary circuits.

Operation
Check the mechanical operation of the circuit breakers:
b opening of contacts
b closing of contacts.

Check the instantaneous pickup settings

(See pages 30 to 32).

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Inspecting and testing What to do when the circuit
before use
breaker trips

Note the fault

Faults are signalled locally and remotely by the indicators and auxiliary contacts
installed on circuit breakers (depending on each configuration). See page 12 in this
manual.

Identify the cause of tripping

A circuit must never be reclosed (locally or remotely) before the cause of the fault
has been identified and cleared.

A fault may have a number of causes.

Depending on the type of fault and the criticality of the loads, a number of
precautionary measures must be taken, in particular the insulation and dielectric
tests on a part of or the entire installation. These checks and test must be directed
and carried out by qualified personnel.

Inspect the circuit breaker following a short-circuit

b Check the arc chutes (see page 45)
b Check the contacts (see page 45)
b Check the tightness of connections (see the device installation manual)
b Check the disconnecting-contact clusters (see page 47).

Reset the circuit breaker

The circuit breaker can be reset locally or remotely. See page 12 in this manual for
information on how the circuit breaker can be reset.

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Maintaining Masterpact Recommended maintenance
performance
program

Recommended program for devices used under normal Periodic inspections required
operating conditions:
Ambient temperature: -5° C / +60°C. Interval Operation Procedure
Normal atmosphere. Each year b Open and close the device v see pages 10 and 11
locally and remotely, successively
using the various auxiliaries
b Test the operating sequences v see pages 10 and 11
Every two years b Check the arc chutes v see page 45
b Check the main contacts v see page 45
b Check the tightness of v see the device installation
connections manual
b Check the disconnecting- v see page 47
contact clusters

Parts requiring replacement, depending on the

number of operating cycles
The following parts must be replaced periodically to lengthen the service life of the
device (maximum number of operating cycles).

Part Intervening entity Description

or procedure
Arc chutes b User v see page 45
Main contacts b Inspection: user v see page 45
b Replacement:
Schneider After Sales
Support
MCH gear motor b User v see page 46
Connecting-rod springs b Schneider After Sales Support
MX/MN/XF b User v see pages 10 and 11

Part replacement must be programmed on the basis of the data below, listing the
service life of the various parts in numbers of O/C cycles at the rated current.

Number of O/C cycles at the rated current

Type of Maximum Service life of various parts
circuit breaker service life
Arc chutes Main contacts Connecting-rod MX / XF releases
springs
U = 500 V DC MCH
NW10 N/H DC 20000 8500 8500 10000 12500
NW20 N/H DC 20000 5000 8500 10000 12500
NW40 N/H DC 20000 2000 4000 10000 12500
U = 900 V DC
NW10 N/H DC 20000 2000 2000 10000 12500
NW20 N/H DC 20000 2000 2000 10000 12500
NW40 N/H DC 20000 1000 2000 10000 12500

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performance

Before undertaking any maintenance work, Arc chutes

de-energise the installation and fit locks or warnings in b Remove the 4 fixing screws:
compliance with all applicable safety standards.

DB118460
DB118461
b Check the arc chutes:
v chamber not cracked
v separators not corroded
v Teflon screens not damaged.

If necessary, replace the arc chutes.

DB118462

E87338
If the control unit has a maintenance indicator, there is Wear of main contacts
no need to systematically check the contacts. b Remove the arc chutes.
b Close the device and check the contacts.
If the contacts are worn, have the concerned poles Note: It is normal to see variations of the wear indication between the poles of a
replaced by the Schneider Service centre. single device that is new or used. A new device does not have a pole in the indication
area of contacts worn.
Type A
Contacts OK
DB125644

NW 08-40 NA, HA, H1, H2, HA10, H10, NAVY CEI

DB125643

NW 08-20 N1 CEI
NW 20-40 H3 CEI
NW 10-40 NDC, HDC
5° 5°
NW 08-20 N UL
NW 08-30 H UL
Contacts worn
NW 08-40 H2, H3 ANSI
DB125645

NW 40 EARTHING SWITCH

Type B
Contacts OK
DB125646

NW 40b-63 H1, H2, NA, HA CEI

DB125643

NW 08-20 L1 CEI
NW 50-60 L UL
NW 08-60 L1 ANSI
5° 5°
NW 08-40 H1 ANSI
NW 10-40 HADC
Contacts worn
DB125647

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performance

MCH b Remove the setting knob before dismantling the MCH motor mechanism

DB118464

DB118467
DB118465

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DB118463

b Refit the setting knob after replacing the MCH motor mechanism
DB118466

b Replace the front, check that the two setting knobs are positioned correctly.
DB118468

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performance

Before undertaking any maintenance work, Disconnecting-contact clusters

de-energise the installation and fit locks or warnings in b Grease the clusters using the grease listed on page 48,
compliance with all applicable safety standards. supplied by Schneider Electric
b Remove the clusters:
v open the circuit breaker
v de-energise the busbars
v disconnect the circuit breaker
v remove the circuit breaker
v check the contact fingers (no sign of copper should be visible)
b Replace any worn clusters
b The position of the clusters must correspond to the table below.
NW10 DC NW20 DC NW40 DC
4 clusters/pole 8 clusters/pole 14 clusters/pole

DB118434

DB118437
DB118435

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 Maintaining Masterpact Ordering replacement parts
performance

Electrical accessories
The electrical accessories that may require replacement are the following:
b MCH gear motor
b MX opening release(s)
b XF closing release
b MN undervoltage release.

See pages 35 and 36 in the “Auxiliaries for remote operation” section for their
characteristics.

Arc chutes
E87340

b 1 arc chute:
NW type DC.

Disconnecting-contact clusters
E46237A

b 1 cluster b Number per circuit breaker,

see table page 47.

Grease for disconnecting-contact clusters

b 1 can

Charging handle
E46126A

b 1 handle per device.

Crank
E51336A

b 1 crank per device.

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Maintaining Masterpact Troubleshooting and solutions
performance

Problem Probable causes Solutions

Circuit breaker cannot be closed locally or remotely b Circuit breaker padlocked or keylocked in the v disable the locking function
“open” position
b Circuit breaker interlocked mechanically v check the position of the other circuit breaker in the
in a source changeover system changeover system
v modify the situation to release the interlock
b Circuit breaker not completely connected v terminate racking in (connection) of the circuit
breaker
b The reset button signalling a fault trip has not v clear the fault
been reset v push the reset button on the front of the circuit
breaker
b Stored energy mechanism not charged v charge the mechanism manually
v if it is equipped with a an MCH gear motor, check
the supply of power to the motor.
If the problem persists, replace the gear motor (MCH)
b MX opening shunt release permanently supplied v there is an opening order. Determine the origin of
with power the order. The order must be cancelled before the
circuit breaker can be closed.
b MN undervoltage release not supplied with power. v there is an opening order. Determine the origin of
the order.
v check the voltage and the supply circuit
(U > 0.85 Un).
If the problem persists, replace the release.
b XF closing release continuously supplied v cut the supply of power to the XF closing release,
with power, but circuit breaker not “ready to close” then send the closing order again via the XF, but only if
(XF not wired in series with PF contact) the circuit breaker is “ready to close”
b Permanent trip order in the presence of a v disable these protection functions on
Micrologic P or H control unit with minimum voltage the Micrologic P or H control unit
and minimum frequency protection in Trip mode and
the control unit powered
Circuit breaker cannot be closed remotely but b Closing order not executed by the XF closing v check the voltage and the supply circuit
can be opened locally using the closing release (0.85 - 1.1 Un).
pushbutton If the problem persists, replace the XF release
Unexpected tripping without activation of the reset b MN undervoltage release supply voltage too low v check the voltage and the supply circuit
button signalling a fault trip (U > 0.85 Un)
b Load-shedding order sent to the MX opening v check the overall load on the distribution system
release by another device v if necessary, modify the settings of devices in the
installation
b Unnecessary opening order from the MX opening v determine the origin of the order
release
Unexpected tripping with activation of the reset a fault is present:
button signalling a fault trip b Overload v determine and clear the causes of the fault
b Earth fault
b Short-circuit detected by the control unit v check the condition of the circuit breaker before
putting it back into service
Instantaneous opening after each attempt to close b Thermal memory v see the user manual of the control unit
the circuit breaker with activation of the reset v press the reset button
button signalling a fault trip b Transient overcurrent when closing v modify the distribution system or the control-unit
settings
v check the condition of the circuit breaker before
putting it back into service
v press the reset button
b Closing on a short-circuit v clear the fault
v check the condition of the circuit breaker before
putting it back into service
v press the reset button

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Maintaining Masterpact Troubleshooting and solutions
performance

Problem Probable causes Solutions

Circuit breaker cannot be closed remotely, but can be b Opening order not executed by the MX opening v check the voltage and the supply circuit (0.7 - 1.1
opened locally release Un) If the problem persists, replace the MX release

b Opening order not executed by the MN v drop in voltage insufficient or residual voltage
undervoltage release (> 0.35 Un) across the terminals of undervoltage
release.
If the problem persists, replace the MN release
Circuit breaker cannot be opened locally b Operating mechanism malfunction or welded v contact a Schneider service centre
contacts
Circuit breaker can be reset locally but not remotely b Insufficient supply voltage for the MCH gear motor v check the voltage and the supply circuit
(U > 0.85 Un) ).
If the problem persists, replace the MCH gear motor
Nuisance tripping of the circuit breaker with activation b Reset button not pushed-in completely v push the reset button in completely
of the reset button signalling a fault trip
Impossible to insert the crank in connected, test or b A padlock or keylock is present on the chassis or a v disable the locking function
disconnected position door interlock is present
Impossible to turn the crank b The reset button has not been pressed v press the reset button
Circuit breaker cannot be removed from chassis b Circuit breaker not in disconnected position v turn the crank until the circuit breaker is in
disconnected position and the reset button out
b The rails are not completely out v pull the rails all the way out
Circuit breaker cannot be connected b Chassis/circuit breaker mismatch protection v check that the chassis corresponds with the circuit
(racked in) breaker
b The safety shutters are locked v remove the lock(s)
b The disconnecting-contact clusters are incorrectly v reposition the clusters
positioned
b Chassis locked in disconnected position v disable the chassis locking function
b The reset button has not been pressed, preventing v press the reset button
rotation of the crank
b The circuit breaker has not been sufficiently v insert the circuit breaker completely so that it is
inserted in the chassis engaged in the racking mechanism
Circuit breaker cannot be locked in disconnected b The circuit breaker is not in the right position v check the circuit breaker position by making sure
position the crank is still in the chassis the reset button is out remove the crank and store it
Circuit breaker cannot be locked in connected, test or b Check that locking in any position is enabled v contact a Schneider service centre
disconnected position b The circuit breaker is not in the right position v check the circuit breaker position by making sure
the reset button is out
b The crank is still in the chassis v remove the crank and store it
The crank cannot be inserted to connect or b The rails are not completely in the circuit breaker v push the rails all the way in
disconnect
The right-hand rail (chassis alone) or the circuit b The crank is still in the chassis v remove the crank and store it
breaker cannot be drawn out

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operating conditions

Ambient temperature
E51260B

Masterpact NW DC devices can operate under the following temperature conditions:

b The electrical and mechanical characteristics are stipulated for an ambient
temperature of -5 °C to +70 °C
b Circuit breaker closing is guaranteed down to -35 °C
b Masterpact NW DC can be stored in an ambient temperature of -35 °C to +85 °C
b The control unit can be stored in an ambient temperature of -25 °C to +85 °C.
E51261B

Extreme atmospheric conditions

Masterpact NW DC devices have successfully passed the tests defined by the
following standards for extreme atmospheric conditions:
b IEC 68-2-1: dry cold at -55 °C
b IEC 68-2-2: dry heat at +85 °C
b IEC 68-2-30: damp heat (temperature +55 °C, relative humidity 95%)
b IEC 68-2-52 level 2: salt mist.

Masterpact NW DC devices can operate in the industrial environments defined by

standard IEC 947 (pollution degree up to 4).

It is nonetheless advised to check that the devices are installed in suitably cooled
switchboards without excessive dust
E51262B

Vibrations
Masterpact NW DC devices resist electromagnetic or mechanical vibrations.

Tests are carried out in compliance with standard IEC 68-2-6 for the levels required
by merchant-marine inspection organisations (Veritas, Lloyd’s, etc.):
b 2 to 13.2 Hz: amplitude ±1 mm
b 13.2 to 100 Hz: constant acceleration 0.7 g.

Excessive vibration may cause tripping, breaks in connections or damage to

mechanical parts.

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operating conditions

Altitude
E51263B

Masterpact NW DC devices are designed for operation at altitudes under 2000

metres.

At altitudes higher than 2000 metres, the modifications in the ambient air (electrical
resistance, cooling capacity) lower the following characteristics:
Altitude (m) 2000 3000 4000 5000
Dielectric resistance 3500 3150 2500 2100
voltage (V)
Average insulation 1000 900 700 600
level (V)
Maximum utilisation 690 590 520 460
voltage (V)
Average thermal 1 x In 0.99 x In 0.96 x In 0.94 x In
current (A) at 40 °C
E51264B

Electromagnetic disturbances
Masterpact NW DC devices are protected against:
b overvoltages caused by devices that generate electromagnetic disturbances
b overvoltages caused by an atmospheric disturbances or by a distribution-system
outage (e.g. failure of a lighting system)
b devices emitting radio waves (radios, walkie-talkies, radar, etc.)
b electrostatic discharges produced by users.

Masterpact NW DC devices have successfully passed the electromagnetic-

compatibility tests (EMC) defined by the following international standards:
b IEC 947-2, appendix F.

The above tests guarantee that:

b no nuisance tripping occurs
b tripping times are respected.

Cleaning
b non-metallic parts:
never use solvent, soap or any other cleaning product. Clean with a dry cloth only
b metal parts:
clean with a dry cloth whenever possible. If solvent, soap or any other cleaning
product must be used, make sure that it does not come into contact with non-metallic
parts.

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 Appendix Tripping curves
U = 500 V DC, L/R = 15 ms

Micrologic DC1.0 instantaneous protection

1250 - 2500 A sensors 2500 - 5400 A sensors

DB118470
DB118469

5000 - 11000 A sensors

DB118471

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 Appendix Tripping curves
U = 900 V DC, L/R = 15 ms

Micrologic DC1.0 instantaneous protection

1250 - 2500 A sensors 2500 - 5400 A sensors

DB118473
DB118472

5000 - 11000 A sensors

DB118474

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