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Getting Started i
Since this breaker is available in a variety of configurations, please take a moment to compare the catalog
number of your purchased breaker with the catalog number key below. Installation of an incorrect
breaker could result in misapplication , lack of system coordination , or reduced system selectivity. If you
have any questions, call the GE Customer Support Center at 800-843-3742.
S H F W B2 16 H Code Description Function

T s Power Break® II Breaker Family
S Standard Frame Type
H Hi-Break
D Draw-out Connection Type
F Front-connected
08 800 A Frame Rating
16 1600 A
20 2000 A
B2 up to 2000 A CTs Trip Unit
02 200 A Maximum CT Current Rating
04 400 A
08 800 A
10 1000A
16 1600 A
20 2000 A
Standard CTType
H High-range instantaneous
Power Break ® II insulated-case circuit breaker catalog numbering system.
Example - a breaker with catalog number SHB20B216H has the following features:
• Power Break® II (S)
• Hi-Break® frame ( H )
• Front-connected (F)
• 2000 A frame rating (20 )
• Trip Unit with up to 2000 A CT(B2)
• 1600 A CT rating (16)
• High-range instantaneous CT (H)
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GEH-6270A
WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND NOTES

AS USED IN THIS PUBLICATION
WARNINGS
Warning notices are used in this publication to emphasize that hazardous voltages,
currents, or other conditions that could cause personal injury are present in this
equipment or may be associated with its use .
Warning notices are also used for situations in which inattention or lack of equipment
knowledge could cause either personal injury or damage to equipment.
CAUTIONS
Caution notices are used for situations in which equipment might be damaged if care
is not taken .
NOTES
m Notes call attention to information that is especially significant to understanding and
operating the equipment.
This document is based on information available at the time of its publication . While
efforts have been made to ensure accuracy, the information contained herein does not
cover all details or variations in hardware and software, nor does it provide for every
possible contingency in connection with installation , operation , and maintenance.
Features may be described herein that are not present in all hardware and software
systems. GE Electrical Distribution & Control assumes no obligation of notice to
holders of this document with respect to changes subsequently made.
GE Electrical Distribution Sc Control makes no representation or warranty, expressed,
implied, or statutory, with respect to, and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy ,
completeness, sufficiency, or usefulness of the information contained herein . No
warrantees of merchantability or fitness for purpose shall apply .
The following are trademarks of GE Company :

Power Break® , MicroVersaTrip Plus , MicroVersaTrip PM
©Copyright 1995 GE Company

All Rights Reserved
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1. introduction
1-1 Overview 1
1-2 Receiving the Breaker 1
Storage 1
1-3 Preparation for Installation 1
Panel Cutouts and Clearances 1
Accessory Installation 2
1-4 Breaker Installation 2
Chapter 2. Operation
2-1 Standard Features 3
2-2 Operating Instructions 3
Sequence of Operations 3
Operating Instructions for Manually Operated Breaker 4
Operating Instructions for Motor-Operated Breaker 5
Padlock Operation 6
Periodic Operational Checks 6
Wiring Notes 6
2-3 Trip Unit Setup .7
Chapter 3. Accessory Operation

3-1 Lugs and Adapters 8
3-2 Plug-In Accessory Compartment 8
3-3 Bell Alarm-Alarm Only 8
Operation 9
3-4 Bell Alarm with Lockout 9
Operation 10
3-5 Shunt Trip 10
Operation 11
3-6 Undervoltage Release 11
Operation 11
3-7 Accessory Configuration at the Trip Unit 11
Description of Switch Settings .12
SB Motor Operator Mechanism 12
Remote Operation .13
Automatic Operation 13
3-9 Remote Close Accessory 13
Remote Operation 13
3-10 Key Interlock Mounting Provision 14
Operation 14
3-11 Mechanical Counter 15
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0 3-12 Auxiliary Switch Module 15
Operation 15
3-13 Door Interlock 16
Operation 16
3-14 Push Button Cover 16
Operation 17
Chapter 4. Trouble-Shooting Guide 18
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List of Figures
1. Locations of front-panel escutcheon cutout and mounting holes 2
2. Locations of screw inserts for mounting breaker in equipment 2
3. Front of breaker , showing location of standard features 3
4. Front of breaker , with Trip Unit and top cover removed 3
5. Side view of breaker , showing padlock hasp extended .6
6. Terminal block mounted on right side of the breaker 6
7. Locations of plug-in accessory modules in compartment on front of breaker 8
8. Bell Alarm-Alarm Only module 9
9. Bell Alarm-Alarm Only connections on the right terminal block 9
10. Bell Alarm with Lockout module 9
11. Bell Alarm with Lockout connections on the right terminal block 10
12. Shunt Trip module 10
13. Undervoltage Release module 11
14. Accessory configuration switch on rear of Trip LInit , showing factory settings 12
15. Motor Operator Mechanism 12
16. Remote Close accessory 13
17. Key Interlock 14
18. Side view of breaker , showing padlock tab extended with Key Interlock installed . 14
19. Mechanical Counter 15
20. Auxiliary Switch Module with 12 switches 15
21. Auxiliary switch wiring diagram 15
22. Door Interlock accessory installed on breaker 16
23. Push Button Cover 17
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List of Tables
m 1. Weights of various breaker frame sizes, with and without motor operator. 1
2. Bolt sizes and mounting torques for bus connections 1
3. Sequence of operations that may be performed with Power Break® II circuit breakers 4
4. Accessory connections to the right terminal block 7
5. Catalog numbers of direct-mounting lugs 8
6. Bell Alarm-Alarm Only catalog numbers 9
7. Bell Alarm with Lockout catalog numbers 10
8. Catalog numbers and voltages for the Shunt Trip 10
9. Catalog numbers and voltages for the Undervoltage Release „ 11
10. Accessory configuration switch settings, including factory defaults 12
11. Catalog numbers and operating voltages for the Motor Operator Mechanism 13
12. Catalog numbers and operating voltages for the Remote Close accessory 13
13. Catalog numbers of Key Interlock models. 14
14. Auxiliary Switch Module catalog numbers 15
15. Auxiliary switch positions on the terminal board on the left side of the breaker 16
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Chapter 1. Introduction
4jl 1- 1 Overview 1-3 Preparation for Installation
Power Break® II insulated-case circuit breakers are
Electrical Connections
designed to protect low-voltage power circuits and
equipment. They are available with MicroVersa- Using an industry-accepted solvent, remove any
Trip® Plus and PM Trip Units for fault detection . foreign material from the line and load strap sur-
faces and the corresponding surfaces of the con-
necting bus. Ensure that the mating surfaces are
12- Receiving the Breaker smooth and free of burrs and nicks.
connections in position and align the
Unpack the circuit breaker and inspect it for ship- Place the bus
ping damage . Ensure that the breaker has the mounting holes. Insert and fasten the mounting
bolts and washers according to specifications in
proper current, voltage , and interruption ratings for
the application by comparing the catalog number Table 2.
with the table in the Getting Started section on the
inside front page. Bus Connection
The weights of the various frame sizes are listed in Breaker Bolt Torque
Table 1 , for reference. Frame Diam . ( in-lb )
800A ( 1 ) 1/2 in . 300
Frame Operation Weight 1600-2000A ( 2 ) l/ 2 in . 300
Rating Type (ib. )
800A Manual 71 Table 2. Bolt sizes and mounting torques for bus connections.
Electrical 80
Panel Cutouts and Clearances
2000A Manual 79
Electrical 88 Use the following information to prepare the
equipment and assure proper clearances for instal-
Table 1 . Weights of various breaker frame sizes, with and lation and operation of the breaker.
without motor operator; Figure 1 shows the front-panel escutcheon cutout
pattern and the locations of the breaker mounting
Storage bolts. The standard door cutout dimensions require
The breaker should be placed in service i m m e d i- a trim plate on the breaker. The optional dimen -
sions are for flush front or non-hinged door con -
ately in its permanent location. However , if it must
be stored for an indefinite period , it should be care- struction and the trim plate may be omitted. Venti -
fully protected against condensation , preferably by lation cutouts are required for stationary-mounted
storage in a warm dry room. Circuit breakers for 1600 A and 2000 A frame breakers and for draw-
outdoor equipment should be stored in that equip- out-mounted 2000 A frame breakers. Ventilation
ment only when power is available and heaters cutouts are not required for drawout-mounted 800 A
are in operation , to prevent condensation . or 1600 A frame breakers or for stationary-mounted
800 A frame breakers.
The breaker should be stored in a clean location ,
free from corrosive gases or fumes. In particular , Because of arc chamber venting, the m i n i m u m
protect the breaker from moisture and cement dust, through-air distance from the top of the breaker ’s
as that combination may be corrosive . molded case to grounded metal is 4 50 inches [114
mm ] in an area 5.31 inches x 16.00 inches [135
If the breaker is stored for any length of time, it mm x 406 m m ] , centered over the vent screens.
should be inspected periodically to ensure good ( Refer to outline drawings 10054370, Sheets 1-5, for
mechanical condition . details. )
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Chapter 1. Introduction
Door Vent { 1600 & 2000 A stationary and
2000 A drawout only }
1- 4 Breaker Installation
[ See GE drawing 10054370, sheet 5 ]
Ensure that all accessory connections are secure.
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attachment points on the breaker, illustrated in
Figure 2, insert the bolts and tighten . Use non-
magnetic material in the area between the line and
load terminals to support the breaker.
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[ See GE drawing 10054370, sheet 5)
Dimension Standard Optional
A 10.00 ( 254] 9.83 ( 249.7 ] Figure 2. Locations of 1/4-20 x 3/b-inch deep screw inserts for
B 14.00 [ 356] 13.38 [ 339.9 ]
C 1.69 (42.9 ] 1.605 ( 40.8] mounting breaker in equipment
Figure l Locations of front-panel escutcheon cutout and
mounting holes.
Accessory Installation
The following accessories may be installed in the
breaker . Refer to the instruction sheet supplied
with each accessory for catalog numbers and
installation instructions.
• Lugs and Adapters
• Motor Operator Mechanism
• Remote Close
• Undervoltage Release
• Shunt Trip
• Bell Alarm - Alarm Only
• Bell Alarm with Lockout
• Auxiliary Switch Module
• Mechanical Counter
• Key Interlock Mounting Provision
• Push Button Cover
• Door Interlock
• Walking-Beam Interlock
2- 1 Standard Features
Power Break II circuit breakers are equipped with
the following standard features. The letters are
keyed to the breaker photographs in Figures 3 and
4.
A Indicator: ON - Red
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OFF Green
B Indicator: CHARGED - Yellow
DISCHARGE D - White
C ON button
D OFF button
E Manual charging handle
F Integral 36-point terminal block (12 auxiliary
switches , A-B type )
G Integral 36-point terminal block ( all other
connections )
H Sealable hinged cover Figure 4. Front of breaker , with Trip Unit and top cover
removed.
I Cover mounting screws (4)
K Trip Unit interchangeable rating plug
L Test set connection port
2-2 Operating Instructions
M Standard padlock provision
N Dust-resistant ventilation slots Sequence of Operations
The sequence of operations that may be performed
on the circuit breaker are listed in Table 3. Refer fc>
Chapter 3 for information about accessory opera-
tion .
Figure 3. Front of breaker, showing location of standard

features.
On/Off Charge Main Breaker Condition of
Indicator Indicator Contacts Charging Springs Next Permissible Operating Function
OFF DISCHARGED Open Discharged Mechanism may be charged
OFF CHARGED Open Charged Contacts may be closed
ON DISCHARGED Closed Discharged Mechanism may be recharged or
Contacts may be opened
ON CHARGED Closed Charged Contacts may be opened
Table 3. Sequence of operations that may be performed with Power Break II circuit breakers.
Operating Instructions for Manually

Operated Breaker
• Bell Alarm with Lockout not reset after over-
current lockout.
Charging the Mechanism Springs •

Undervoltage Release not energized .
These conditions must be corrected before the
Pull the operating handle down about 90° ( until it breaker can be closed .
stops) . Repeat five more times to fully charge the ~
springs. This urill not close the breaker contacts. The ATTENTION: Les contacts de disjoncteur principal
charge indicator will show CHARGED on a yellow peuvent etre fermes ou le loquet de disjoncteur est
background . When the springs are fully charged , maintenu en position declenchee a cause de toute
the handle locks in the stored position . des conditions suivantes:
• Si le verrou de cle ou le cadenas est verrouille
NOTE The breaker cannot be closed unless the
springs are fully charged and the handle is stored
fully in .
en position OFF.
• Si le chariot du verrou debrochable est localise
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entre les positions TEST et CONNECTED.
NOTE La fermeture du disjoncteur ne peut etre • Si la rearmeture du declencheur ( LO ) n’est pas
realisee a moins que les ressorts soient rearmes tout realisee apres le verrouillage en position
a fait, et le levier est completement remis a la “ouvert ” provenant du courantde surcharge.
position d’emmagasinage. • Si le minimum de tension ( UVR ) n’est pas
sous tension .
Closing the Breaker Ces conditions doivent etre corrigees avant le
Close the breaker contacts with either of the follow disjoncteur peut etre ferme.
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ing methods:
• Depress the ON button on the front of the Opening the Breaker
breaker. Open the breaker contacts with either of the follow-
• Energize the ( optional ) Remote Close acces- ing methods:
sory. • Depress the OFF button on the front of the
breaker .
CAUTION: The main breaker contacts cannot be
closed if the breaker latch is held in the tripped • Energize the ( optional) Shunt Trip accessory
or de-energize the ( optional ) Undervoltage
position by any of the following conditions:
Release accessory.
• Key interlock or padlock in locked OFF condi-
tion .
Draw-out interlock with carriage between TEST
and CONNECTED positions. t
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Operated Breaker peuvent etre fermes ou le loquet de disjoncteur est
Charging the Mechanism Springs maintenu en position declenchee a cause de toute
des conditions suivantes:
Charge the mechanism closing springs with
either of the following methods:
• Si le verrou de cle ou le cadenas est verrouille
en position OFF.
• Short terminals 17 and 35 on the right termi- • Si le chariot du verrou debrochable est localise
nal block, with a push button or similar device,
entre les positions TEST et CONNECTED.
for a minimum of five seconds.
• If power is lost during the charge cycle, finish • Si la rearmeture du declencheur (LO ) n 'est pas
realisee apres le verrouillage en position
charging the springs by cycling the charging
“ouvert ” provenant du courant de surcharge.
handle until the indicator shows CHARGED on
a yellow background. When the springs are • Si le minimum de tension ( UVR ) n’est pas
fully charged, the handle locks in the stored sous tension .
position. Ces conditions doivent etre corrigees avant le
disjoncteur peut etre ferme.
NOTE: The breaker cannot be closed unless the
springs are fully charged and the handle is stored Opening the Breaker
fully in.
Open the breaker contacts with either of the follow-
NOTE: La fermeture du disjoncteur ne peut etre ing methods:
realisee a moins que les ressorts soient rearmes tout • Energize the ( optional) Shunt Trip accessory
a fait, et le levier est completement remis a la or de-energize the (optional ) Undervoltage
i position d’emmagasinage. Release accessory.
Closing the Breaker

• Depress the OFF button on the front of the
breaker.
Close the breaker contacts with either of the follow-
ing methods: Automatic Operation
• Energize the closing solenoid by applying the Connect terminals 17 and 35 on the terminal block
rated voltage to terminals 16 and 34 on the on the right side of the breaker with a jumper wire .
right terminal block. The Motor Operator will automatically recharge
• Depress the ON button on the front of the the breaker closing springs whenever the breaker
breaker. closes.
CAUTION: The main breaker contacts cannot be CAUTION: Do not wire breakers for automatic close ,
closed if the breaker latch is held in the tripped
position by any of the following conditions: ATTENTION: Ne pas connecter les disjoncteurs
pour la fermeture automatique.
• Key Interlock or padlock in locked OFF condi-
tion .
• Drawout interlock with carriage between TEST
and CONNECTED positions.
• Bell Alarm with Lockout not reset after over-
current lockout.
• Undervoltage Release not energized.
These conditions must be corrected before the
breaker can be closed .
Padlock Operation Wiring Notes
The padlock prevents the breaker from closing by Figure 6 illustrates the terminal block installed on
holding the trip latch in the tripped position . To the right side of the breaker. Table 4 lists the device
install the padlock , use the following procedure: connections to the terminal block. Each terminal
.
1 Trip the breaker ( press the OFF button ) .
point will accept the following connections:
• Bare stripped wire - one #12 AWG or two #14 J
2. Grasp the padlock tab ( see Figure 3) and pull AWG .
it out until it is fully extended , as illustrated in
Figure 5. Note that if the breaker contacts are • Ring or spade connectors — two per terminal .
closed , the padlock tab will not extend. The terminal screws should be torqued to 7-9 in -
lbs.
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3 Insert the padlock; the breaker will not close.
The left terminal block is blank unless the optional
NOTE: As many as three 1/4 ”
be attached at one time.
—^ 8” padlocks may Auxiliary Switch Module accessory is ordered ,
NOTE: Jusqu’a trois cadenas de 1/4 ” - 3/8 ” peuvent

etre attaches a la fois.
Figure 5. Side view of breaker, showing padlock hasp Figure 6. Terminal block mounted on right side of the breaker.
extended.
Periodic Operational Checks

Approximately once a year, verify that the breaker
is operating correctly by opening and closing the
mechanism .
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Terminal Terminal
18 Motor Operator + 36 Motor Operator -
17 Remote Charge + 35 Remote Charge -
16 Remote Close + 34 Remote Close -
15 Bell Alarm only Com 33 Charge Indicator
14 Bell Alarm only NO 32 Shunt Trip
13 Bell Alarm only NC 31 Shunt Trip
12 Lockout Common 30 Undervoltage Release
11 Lockout NO 29 Undervoltage Release
10 Lockout NC 28 Reserved
9 Reserved 27 Reserved
8 Reserved 26 Zone-Select Input -
7 commnet - 25 Zone-Select Input +
6 commnet + 24 Zone-Select Output -
5 C Phase Volts 23 Zone-Select Output +
4 B Phase Volts 22 Draw-Out Switch
3 A Phase volts 21 Draw-Out Switch
2 24 Vdc - 20 Tap
1 24 Vdc +
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19 -N- Common
Table 4. Accessory connections to the right terminal block.
2-3 Trip Unit Setup

See GEH-6273 for detailed instructions on setting
up MicroVersaTrip Plus and MicroVersaTrip
PM Trip Units .
The procedure for setting up the accessory con-
figuration DIP switch on the rear of the Trip LInit is
described in Chapter 3.
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Power Break® \\ Circuit Breakers
Following are the operation procedures for each of 3-2 Plug -In Accessory Compartment
the available breaker accessories. See the user
guides supplied with the accessories for installation Several of the accessories are installed in the acces-
and removal. sory compartment on the front of the breaker.
Figure 7 illustrates this compartment and the
locations of each of the plug-in accessory modules.
3- 1 Lugs and Adapters
Direct-mounting lugs bolt directly to the line or
load strap of the circuit breaker. Lug catalog num - Shunt Trip
bers and sizes are listed in Table 5.
Cat* No* Wires Wire Sizes Amps Bell Alarm

with Bell Alarm-
1 #2-600 kcmil CU/ AL Alarm Only
TPLUG 106 m Lockout
2 1 /0-250 kcmil CU /AL
TPLUG206 2 #2-600 kcmil CU / AL 600
TPLUG308 3 300-750 kcmil CU /AL 800 Undervoltage Release
THPCLUG308 3 300-750 kcmil CU /AL 800
TPLUG 408 4 -
500 800 kcmil CU /AL 1600
Figure 7. Locations of plug-in accessory modules in
THPCLUG408 4 500-800 kcmil CU /AL 1600
compartment on front of breaker.
Table 5. Catalog numbers of direct-mounting lugs.
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Bus adapters (T studs) bolt directly to the line or
3-3 Bell Alarm-Alarm Only
load terminals of the breaker. The catalog numbers
are: The Bell Alarm-Alarm Only module, shown in
• SP08FCA and SP08FCC for 800 A frames Figure 8, provides a switch to remotely indicate
• SP20FCA and SP20FCC for 1600 A and 2000 A that the circuit breaker has tripped. It is reset either
frames automatically when the circuit breaker is reclosed
or manually when the reset button on the front of
Lug adapters bolt directly to the line or load termi- the Bell Alarm-Alarm Only module is pressed.
nals on the rear of the breaker. They provide
proper phase-to-phase clearances for mounting In addition to activation by protection trips, the Bell
lugs. The catalog numbers are: Alarm-Alarm Only accessory module can be set
up to interact with other Power Break II accessories.
• TPLUGA08 for 800 A frames DIP switches on the rear of the Trip Unit can con-
• TPLUGA16 for 1600 A frames figure the Bell Alarm -Alarm Only accessory to
• SPLUGA20 for 2000 A frames ( may also be activate when a Shunt Trip or Undervoltage
used on 1600 A frames) Release trip occurs.
Installation instructions for lugs and adapters are The catalog numbers for the Bell Alarm -Alarm
found in GEH-4546. Only are listed in Table 6. For installation
instructions see GEH-6275.
9 15 (Common)
14 ( Normally Open)
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13 (Normally Closed)
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/ Figure 9. Bell Alarm-Alarm Only connections on the right
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SPBAA240
Alarm/ Alarm Only
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terminal block . The contacts are shown in the reset state.
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( 25A/? bOVni: 3- 4 Bell Alarm with Lockout
The Bell Alarm with Lockout module , shown in
Figure 10, prevents reclosing of the breaker after a
Figure 8. Bell Alarm-Alarm Only module .
trip until the Bell Alarm with Lockout is reset. It
can only be reset by pressing the button on the top
Catalog No. Contact Rating of the module. This module also provides a switch
SPBAA 240 6 A at 240 Vac to remotely indicate that the circuit breaker has
0.25 A at 250 Vdc tripped.
0.50 A at 125 Vdc
SPBAA600© 6 A at 600 Vac
0.25 A at 250 Vdc
0.50 A at 125 Vdc
© 600 V version is not UI , listed.
Table 6. Bell Alarm-Alarm Only catalog numbers.
Operation Bell Alarm/ Lock Out

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available at the terminal block on the right side of ® 2SA/7SOVOC 1/
the breaker , as illustrated in Figure 9. The outputs
change state whenever a breaker trip occurs. This
trip can be caused by an overcurrent condition Figure 10. Bell Alarm with Lockout module.
detected by the Trip Unit or can be generated by
the Shunt Trip or Undervoltage Release, il In addition to activation by protection trips, the Bell
installed and if the appropriate DIP switches have Alarm with Lockout accessory module can be set
been set on the back of the Trip Unit. (See Section up to interact with other Power Break II accessories.
3-7, Accessory Configuration at the Trip Unit . ) DIP switches on the rear of the Trip Unit can con -
The Bell Alarm -Alarm Only accessory resets figure the Bell Alarm with Lockout accessory to
automatically , returning the outputs to their nor- activate when a Shunt Trip or Undervoltage
mal configuration , when the breaker is reclosed . Release trip occurs.
The Bell Alarm -Alarm Only can also be reset The catalog numbers for the Bell Alarm with
manually , before the breaker is reclosed , by press- Lockout are listed in Table 7. For installation
ing the reset button on the front of the module . instructions see GEH-6278.
Catalog No. Contact Rating
SPBAL240 6 A at 240 Vac
0.25 A at 250 Vdc
0.50 A at 125 Vdc t
SPBAL600© 6 A at 600 Vac
0.25 A at 250 Vdc
0.50 A at 125 Vdc
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32 4 MOO
Table 7. Bell Alarm with Lockout catalog numbers. 120V AC

Peak Wash
1.5A
Norn Current
85 mA
50/60 HZ
125VDC Remove accessory power
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Operation
The Bell Alarm with Lockout prevents reclosing of
the breaker after a trip until the reset button on the
front of the module is pressed . This trip can be Figure 12. Shunt Trip module.
caused by an overcurrent condition detected by the
Trip Unit or can be generated by the Shunt Trip or In addition to providing a trip signal to the breaker,
Undervoltage Release , if installed and if the appro- the Shunt Trip accessory module can be set up to
priate switches have been set on the back of the interact with other Power Break 13 accessories. DIP
Trip Unit. (See Section 3-7, Accessory Configura- switches on the rear of the breaker Trip Unit can
tion at the Trip Unit. ) configure the Shunt Trip accessory to activate a
Bell Alarm-Alarm Only accessory or a Bell
In addition , the Bell Alarm with Lockout provides
Alarm with Lockout accessory when a Shunt trip
normally open ( NO) and normally closed ( NC) occurs. (See Section 3-7, Accessory
Configuration at
alarm outputs available at the terminal block on the the
Trip Unit. )
right side of the breaker, as illustrated in Figure 11.
These outputs are returned to their normal state The catalog numbers for the Shunt Trip for various
when the Bell Alarm with Lockout reset button is voltage applications are listed in Table 8. For
firmly pressed . installation instructions see GEH-6284.
12 ( Common) Catalog Voltage Peak Inrush Nominal RMS

Number Rating ® Current, A ® Current, mA
SPST024 24 Vac 1.5 140
11 ( Normally Open) 24 Vdc
SPST048 48 Vac 1.5 110
48 Vdc
10 (Normally Closed) 120 Vac
SPST120 1.5 85
125 Vdc
Figure 11. Bell Alarm with Lockout connections on the right
SPST208 208 Vac 1.5 50
terminal block. The contacts are shown in the reset state.
SPST240 240 Vac 1.5 40
250 Vdc
® 24-240 Vac devices are rated for 50 / 60 Hz.
3-5 Shunt Trip ® Peak inrush current is present for 2-6 ms after activation .
This number is provided so that fuses and supplies can be
The Shunt Trip module, shown in Figure 12, chosen appropriately.
allows the breaker to be tripped electrically from a
remote location . Table 8. Catalog numbers and voltages for the Shunt Trip.
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Number Rating ® Current, A ® Current , mA
Apply control voltage to terminals 31 and 32 of the SPUV024 DC 24 Vdc 15 140
terminal strip on the right side of the breaker to trip
the circuit breaker. The Shunt Trip will cause the
SPUV048 DC 48 Vdc 7.5 70
SPUV125 DC 125 Vdc 3 30
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circuit breaker to trip when the control voltage is
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greater than 75% of the dc-rated value or 55% of the SPUV250DC 250 Vdc 1.5 15
ac-rated value . SPUV024AC 24 Vac 15 370
SPUV048AC 48 Vac 7.5 210
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SPUV120AC 120 Vac 3 80
3-6 Undervoltage Release SPUV208AC 208 Vac 1.9 60
SPUV240AC 240 Vac 1.5 45
The Undervoltage Release ( UVR ) module, shown
® 24-240 Vac devices are rated for 50 / 60 Hz.
in Figure 13, trips the circuit breaker when the ® Peak inrush current is present for 2-6 ms after activation .
input control voltage drops to 35-60 % of its rated This number is provided so that fuses and supplies can be
value and prevents an open breaker from closing chosen appropriately.
until the input control voltage is greater than 80 %
Table 9. Catalog numbers and voltages for the Undervoltage
of the rated value.
Release.
Operation
Apply control voltage to terminals 29 and 30 of the
terminal strip on the right side of the breaker.
When the applied control voltage is above 80% of
the UVR ’ s rated value , the breaker can be closed .
When the voltage drops to 35-60% of the rated
value , the UVR will trip the breaker .
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betore mstaitmg or removing . 3-7 Accessory Configuration at the
Trip Unit
The Trip Unit has a six-position DIP switch module
Figure 13. Undervoltage Release module. on the rear of the unit that controls the configura-
tion of the Power Break II integrated accessories.
In addition to providing a trip signal to the breaker , These switches can be set up to define the types of
the UVR accessory module can be set up to interact signals ( protection trip, Shunt trip, or Undervoltage
with other Power Break II accessories. DIP Release trip) that activate the Bell Alarm -Alarm
switches on the rear of the breaker Trip Unit can Only and Bell Alarm with Lockout accessories on
configure the UVR accessory to activate a Bell the Power Break II breaker. Each of the six
Alarm-Alarm Only accessory or a Bell Alarm switches enables or disables a different path to acti-
with Lockout accessory when a UVR trip occurs , vate these accessories from the different types of
(See Section 3-7, Accessory Configuration at the trip signals.
Trip Unit. ) The Trip Unit DIP switches are illustrated in Fig-
The catalog numbers for the UVR for various volt- ure 14, with the factory settings shown . Table 10
age applications are listed in Table 9. For installa- lists the switch functions,
tion instructions see GEH-6285.
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Push in Only also change state. The factory switch
this sides
to disable setting is enabled .
4. When the Shunt Trip accessory causes the
breaker to trip, the contacts of the Bell Alarm
with Lockout also change state. The factory
switch setting is disabled .
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5 When the Undervoltage Release accessory
this side causes the breaker to trip, the contacts of the
to enable
Bell Alarm with Lockout also change state.
Figure 14. Accessory configuration switch on rear of Trip The factory switch setting is disabled .
Unit showing factory settings (solid part indicates that 6. When a protection trip ( long-time , short- time ,
switch is pushed in on that side ). instantaneous, or protective-relay ) occurs, the
contacts of the Bell Alarm with Lockout also
Factory change state. The factory switch setting is
Switch Setting Function enabled .
1 Disabled Shunt trip activates Bell
Alarm-Alarm Only
2 Disabled UVR trip activates Bell 3-8 Motor Operator Mechanism
Alarm-Alarm Only
3 Enabled Protection trip activates Bell The Motor Operator Mechanism , shown in Figure
Alarm-Alarm Only 15, provides a means of remotely or automatically
4 Disabled Shunt trip activates Bell charging the springs that close the breaker . Table
Alarm with Lockout 11 lists the catalog numbers for the available Motor
5 Disabled UVR trip activates Bell Alarm Operator Mechanism models. For installation
with Lockout instructions see GEH-6281.
6 Enabled Protection trip activates Bell
Alarm with Lockout
Table 10. Accessory configuration switch settings, including
factory defaults.
Description of Switch Settings

Following are descriptions of the effects of each
accessory switch when it is enabled :
1. When a Shunt Trip accessory causes the
breaker to trip, the contacts of the Bell Alarm-
Alarm Only also change state. The factory
switch setting is disabled .
2. When an Undervoltage Release accessory
causes the breaker to trip, the contacts of the Figure 15. Motor Operator Mechanism.
Bell Alarm-Alarm Only also change state.
The factory switch setting is disabled .
3. When the protection trip ( long-time, short-
time, instantaneous, or protective-relay )
occurs, the contacts of the Bell Alarm -Alarm
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Catalog No. Voltage Rating
SPE024 24 Vdc
SPE048 48 Vdc
SPE072 72 Vdc
SPE120 120 Vac
SPE125 125 Vdc
SPE240 240 Vac
Table 11. Catalog numbers and operating voltages for the
Motor Operator Mechanism.
Remote Operation
The circuit breaker closing springs can be chargeu
remotely by shorting terminals 17 and 35 on the Figure W . Remote Close accessory.
terminal block on the right side of the breaker,
with a push button or similar device, for a mini- Catalog No. Voltage Rating
mum of five seconds.
SPRCS024 24 Vdc
Automatic Operation SPRCS048 48 Vdc
Connect terminals 17 and 35 on the terminal block SPRCS072 72 Vdc

on the right side of the breaker with a jumper wire. SPRCS120 120 Vac
The Motor Operator will automatically recharge SPRCS125 125 Vdc
the breaker closing springs whenever the breaker
closes. SPRCS240 240 Vac
Table 12. Catalog numbers and operating voltages for the
CAUTION: Do not wire breakers for both automatic
Remote Close accessory.
charge and automatic close.
ATTENTION: Ne pas cabler les disjoncteurs pour Remote Operation
tous les deux 1 armement automatique et la The circuit breaker can be closed remotely, pro-
fermeture automatique . vided that the springs are charged , by applying the
rated voltage to terminals 16 and 34 on the termi-
nal block on the right side of the breaker.
3-9 Remote Close Accessory The Remote Close accessory is continuously rated
The Remote Close accessory, shown in Figure 16* and has an anti- pump feature that prevents a motor-
provides a means of remotely closing the circuit operated breaker from repeatedly closing into a
breaker after the springs have been charged . Table fault. Closing control voltage must be removed and
12 lists the catalog numbers for the available reapplied for each breaker closure.
models. For installation instructions see GEH-6283.
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3- 10 Key Interlock Mounting Interlock , since the Key Interlock blocks easy t
access to the standard padlock hasp. To operate, use
Provision
the following procedure:
The Key Interlock Mounting Provision , shown in 1. Trip the breaker ( press the OFF button ) .
Figure 17, provides mounting for one to four key
locks. The GE catalog number is SPK4. Z Grasp the padlock tab and pull it out, as illus-
trated in Figure 18. Note that if the breaker
The key locks must have a zero extension when contacts are closed , the padlock tab will not
the bolt is withdrawn with 0.75-inch extension pull out
when the bolt is extended. The lock may be up to
1.50 inch wide . Catalog numbers for suitable locks
from ABB-Kirk ® and Superior Interlock are listed
in Table 13. For installation instructions see GEH-
6279.
Figure 18. Side view of breaker, showing padlock tab

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extended with Key Interlock installed.
3. Turn the key, securing the padlock tab in the
extended position. The breaker cannot be
Figure 17. Key Interlock kit ( lock not included ). closed until the Key Interlock is disengaged .
4 Rotate the secondary padlock lever out and
# ABB-Kirk ® Superior Approx . assemble padlocks as desired .
Locks Cat. No. Cat. No. Lock Length
CAUTION: Repeated attempts to close a locked-out
1 KFN00001 1 S105827Y 2.38"
2 KFN00002 1 S105828Y
circuit breaker will damage the breaker mecha
nism .
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3.38"
3 KFN00003 1 S105829Y 4.38" ATTENTION: Les tentatives a maintes fermer un
4 KFN00004 1 S105827-4Y 5.48" disjoncteur verrouille en position "ouvert ”
1 Final digit may be 0, 1, 2, or 3 depending on key removable positions. endommageront le mecanisme de disjoncteur.
Table 13. Catalog numbers of Key Interlock models.
Operation
The Key Interlock prevents the breaker from clos-
ing by holding the padlock hasp extended , thus
keeping the trip latch in the tripped position . A sec -
ondary padlock lever is included with the Key
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3- 11 Mechanical Counter
The Mechanical Counter, shown in Figure 19,
counts the number of times the breaker is closed .
The catalog number of the Mechanical Counter is
SPCOUNTER. For installation instructions see
GEH-6280.
Figure 20. Auxiliary Switch Module with 12 switches.
# Switches 240 Vac 600 Vac*

4 SPAS 240AB4 SPAS600AB4
8 SPAS 240AB8 SPAS600AB8
Figure 19. Mechanical Counter.
12 SPAS240AB12 SPAS600AB12
#
600 Vac devices are not UL listed.
3- 12 Auxiliary Switch Module Table 14. Auxiliary Switch Module catalog numbers.
The Auxiliary Switch Module, shown in Figure
20, provides remote indication of the breaker m a i n Breaker
Main Contact
contact position through the terminals on the
terminal block on the left side of the breaker. B
Auxiliary Switch Modules are available with 4, 8,
and 12 switches with ratings of 6 A at 240 Vac or Auxiliary y
{ A
600 Vac. Additional ratings of 0.5 A at 125 Vdc and Switch
0.25 A at 250 Vdc apply to all models. Catalog
numbers are listed in Table 14. For installation Common
Figure 21. Auxiliary switch wiring diagram.
Operation
Each auxiliary switch provides two outputs that can
be used to indicate breaker main contact position .
The A output is open or closed the same as the
breaker , while the B output is the opposite to the
breaker contacts. Figure 21 is a wiring diagram of
each auxiliary switch .
The connections for the auxiliary switch outputs
are found on the terminal block on the left side of
the breaker and are listed in Table 15.
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Terminal ( upper ) Terminal ( lower )
1 Auxiliary 12 A 19 Auxiliary 11 A
2 Auxiliary 12 B 20 Auxiliary 11 B
3 Auxiliary 12
common 21 Auxiliary 11 common
4 Auxiliary 10
A 22 Auxiliary 9 A
5 Auxiliary 10
B 23 Auxiliary 9 B
6 Auxiliary 10
common 24 Auxiliary 9 common
9 Auxiliary 8 common 27 Auxiliary 7 common
Figure 22. Door Interlock accessory installed on breaker.
13 Auxiliary 4 A 31 Auxiliary 3 A Opening Door with Breaker Off
14 Auxiliary 4 B 32 Auxiliary 3 B To open the enclosure door when the breaker is
15 Auxiliary 4 common 33 Auxiliary 3 common OFF, pull up on the padlock tab and slide the Door
16 Auxiliary 2 A 34 Auxiliary 1 A Interlock lever counter-clockwise until it no longer
obstructs the door. When the door is reclosed , sim -
ply slide the lever back into the locking position .
Table 15. Auxiliary switch positions on the terminal board on Opening Door with Breaker On
the left side of the breaker. The Door Interlock can be defeated , to allow open-
ing the enclosure door with the breaker ON, even
though the padlock tab cannot be lifted . Depress the
3- 13 Door Interlock interlock spring with a screwdriver in the slot on
the top of the locking lever and push the lever
The Door Interlock , shown in Figure 22, prevents counter-clockwise to disengage it from the spring.
the casual opening of the enclosure door, particu- Remove the screwdriver , then continue rotating
larly while the breaker is ON . The catalog number the locking lever until it clears the door.
of the Door Interlock is SPDIL. For installation
3- 14 Push Button Cover
Operation
The Push Button Cover, shown in Figure 23, pre-
The Door Interlock prevents the opening of the vents accidental or unauthorized closing or open-
enclosure door unless the locking lever is disen -
ing of the circuit breaker with the local push but-
gaged. The lever can be disengaged easily with tons. It consists of two unbreakable, individually
the breaker OFF or with somewhat greater diffi- sealable Lexan ® shields, one over the PUSH ON
culty with the breaker ON , as described below. button and one over the PUSH OFF button. The
catalog number is SPPBCOVER. For installation
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Operation
Close the cover and put a sealing wire or wire tie in
the slot. Each of the covers may be sealed indepen-
dently.
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Chapter 4 - Trouble-Shooting Guide
The following guide is provided for trouble-shoot-
ing and isolating common problems. It does not
cover every possible situation . Contact the ED&C
Customer Support Center at 800-843-3742 if any
problem is not resolved by these procedures.
Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action

L The breaker does not The closing spring is not On a manually operated breaker, operate the
close when the ON fully charged . handle until the indicator shows CHARGED.
button is pressed and On an electrically operated breaker, check that
there is no sound of the voltage to the motor operator is at least 85%
the closing spring of nominal. See GEH-6281, Motor Operator
releasing. Mechanism.
The Bell Alarm with Correct the condition that initiated the bell
Lockout is deployed. alarm , then reset the lockout with the yellow
plunger on the Bell Alarm with Lockout mod-
ule. See GEH-6278, Bell Alarm xvith Lockout .
The Undervoltage Release See GEH-6285, Undervoltage Release, for details
is not energized. on energizing the UVR .
The Trip Unit is not See GEH-6273, MicroVersaTrip® Plus and
properly installed. MicroVersaTrip PM Trip Units , for the Trip Unit
installation procedure.
2. The breaker does not The Trip Unit detected a Clear the fault, then recharge the closing
close when the ON fault and immediately spring and close the breaker. For fault diagnos-
button is pressed, but tripped the breaker. tics, see GEH-6273, MicroVersaTrip® Plus and
the closing spring is MicroVersaTrip PM Trip Units.
heard to release. The Shunt Trip is
energized .
—
See GEH 6284, S hunt Trip, for instructions on de-
energizing the unit.
The breaker is locked in After ensuring that the safety reason for lock-
the OFF position by a pad- ing the breaker no longer applies, remove the
lock or key interlock . —
padlock or key interlock. See GEH 6279, Key
Interlock Mounting Provision .
The breaker is interlocked See GEH-6286, Walking-Beam Interlock, for the
with another breaker with removal procedure.
a walking beam .
If a draw-out breaker, it is Ensure that the breaker is fully racked in to the
not fully inserted in the substructure. See GEH-6272, Draw-Out
substructure. Substructure, 800-2000 Amperes.
3, The breaker can be There is a problem with See the trouble-shooting instructions in GEH-
opened locally, but the Shunt Trip. 6284, Shunt Trip.
not remotely. There is a problem with See the trouble-shooting instructions in GEH-
the Undervoltage Release. 6285, Undervoltage Release.
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Chapter 4 - Trouble-Shooting
For any other problems related to Power Break II
accessories, consult the corresponding User’s
Guide:
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GEH-6271, Draxv-Out 800 2000 Ampere Frames
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GEH-6272, Draxv Out Substructure, 800-2000
Ampere
GEH-6273, MicroVersaTrip PlusTM and
MicroVersaTrip PM Trip Units
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GEH 6274, Auxiliary Switch Module
GEH-6275, Bell Alarm - Alarm Only
GEH-6276, Door Interlock
GEH-4546, Lugs Of Adapters for 800-2000 A
Frames
GEH-6278, Bell Alarm with Lockout
—
GEH 6279, Key Interlock Mounting Provision
——
GEH 6280, Mechanical Counter
GEH 6281, Motor Operator Mechanism
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GEH 6282, Push Button Cover
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GEH 6283, Remote Close
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GEH 6284, Shunt Trip
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GEH 6285, Undervoltage Release
GEH-6286, Walking-Beam Interlock
GEH-6440, Draxv-Out Substructure Rail Kit
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Power Break ® II insulated-case circuit breaker catalog numbering system.

WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND NOTES

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Chapter 4. Trouble-Shooting Guide 18

Power Break® II Circuit Breakers

Door Vent (1600 & 2000 A stationary and L J

Figure 3. Front of breaker, showing location of standard

Operating Instructions for Manually

Charging the Mechanism Springs •

Power Break® II Circuit Breakers

Closing the Breaker

NOTE: Jusqu’a trois cadenas de 1/4 ” - 3/8 ” peuvent

Periodic Operational Checks

Power Break® // Circuit Breakers

Table 4. Accessory connections to the right terminal block.

2-3 Trip Unit Setup

Cat* No* Wires Wire Sizes Amps Bell Alarm

Table 6. Bell Alarm-Alarm Only catalog numbers.

Operation Bell Alarm/ Lock Out

open ( NO) and normally closed ( NC) outputs

Table 7. Bell Alarm with Lockout catalog numbers. 120V AC

12 ( Common) Catalog Voltage Peak Inrush Nominal RMS

Description of Switch Settings

Connect terminals 17 and 35 on the terminal block SPRCS072 72 Vdc

Figure 18. Side view of breaker, showing padlock tab

Figure 20. Auxiliary Switch Module with 12 switches.

# Switches 240 Vac 600 Vac*

Power Break ® II Circuit Breakers

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Figure 23. Push Button Cover.

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Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action

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