Medium-Voltage Switchgear

MCU-MH
Electrical Motor Control Unit for Three-Position Switches with Motor Operating Mechanisms

Medium-Voltage Switchgear

Technical Description

Order No.: 953-0071.9

Revision: 08
Issue: 21-04-2017
About these Instructions
This Technical Information does not purport to cover all
details or variations in equipment, nor to provide for every
possible contingency to be met in connection with
operation.
The motor control unit is subject to continuous technical
development within the scope of technical progress. If not
stated otherwise on the individual pages of this Technical
Information, we reserve the right to modify the specified
values and drawings.
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problems arise which are not covered sufficiently by this
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Contents
Description ......................................................... 4 1.7 Fault signals ....................................................... 9
1 MCU-MH 1.8 Behavior in case of voltage failure .................... 11
(Motor Control Unit - Module Housing)............... 4 2 Annex .............................................................. 12
1.1 Application......................................................... 4 2.1 Basic scheme.................................................... 12
1.2 Versions, operating mechanisms ........................ 4 2.2 Terminal assignment of motor control unit ....... 12
1.3 Design, function................................................. 5 2.3 Extract of tests performed ................................ 13
1.4 Terms ................................................................ 5 2.4 Glossary ........................................................... 14
1.5 Technical data .................................................... 6 Siemens Service Hotline ................................... 15
1.6 Sequence of a switching operation MCU-MH....... 8
Index ................................................................. 16

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Description
1 MCU-MH (Motor Control Unit - Module Housing)

1.1 Application
The MCU-MH controls the following motor operating mechanisms for three-position switches in
medium-voltage load-break switchgear and circuit-breaker switchgear:
• Spring-operated mechanism
• Spring-operated/stored-energy mechanism
• Slow motion mechanism
The MCU-MH is mounted in the module housing on standard top-hat rails.

Application The MCU-MH is equipped with a universal wide voltage range. It can optionally be connected
to different auxiliary and motor voltages. The auxiliary and motor voltages can be combined
and do not necessarily have to be identical.

1.2 Versions, operating mechanisms

The control unit is wired by means of latch-type connecting plugs integrated in the module
housing. A SWITCH POSITION signaling switch installed in the operating mechanism signalizes
the position indication of the operating mechanisms to be controlled. The SWITCH POSITION
signaling switch is not part of the MCU-MH control unit.

MCU-MH The MCU-MH can be used in the following medium-voltage switchgear types:
• 8DA (slow motion mechanism)
• 8DB (slow motion mechanism)
• NXPLUS (slow motion mechanism)
• NXPLUS C single busbar (spring-operated mechanism and spring-operated/stored-energy
mechanism)
• NXPLUS C double busbar (spring-operated mechanism)
• NXPLUS C high-current panels / 900 mm panels (slow motion mechanism)
• SIMOSEC (spring-operated mechanism and spring-operated/stored-energy mechanism)
• 8DJH (spring-operated mechanism and spring-operated/stored-energy mechanism)

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1.3 Design, function

MCU-MH in module housing (dimensions and components)

① Identification of connections of ⑤ Identification of connections ⑨ Lower module plug -X1.1

upper plugs of lower plugs
② Reset pushbutton ⑥ Upper module plug -X1.4 ⑩ Label with plug assignment and connection
assignment
③ LED status indicator ⑦ Upper module plug -X1.3 ⑪ Label with UL certification and UL ratings; only
on version provided for markets according to
④ Serial number in clear text ⑧ Lower module plug -X1.2
ANSI/UL (USA and Canada). UL file: E172678

Installation The control unit is installed on a standard top-hat rail (35 mm (1.38 in)), in the LV
compartment or in the front operating mechanism box depending on the switchgear type.
The assignment of the control unit is done according to the switchgear type by means of
different part numbers.

Wiring The lower module plug -X1.2 can be wired with a cross-section of up to 1.5 mm2 (AWG 16).

The module plugs -X1.1, -X1.3 and -X1.4 can be wired with a cross-section of up to 1.5 mm2
(AWG 16).

It is recommended to wire the MCU-MH with a maximum cross-section of 1.5 mm2 (AWG 16).
The stripping length must be at least 10 mm (0.39 in).
Two wires in one connection are not possible.

1.4 Terms

Designation Description Function

BI 1-4 Command input Command input (active binary input)
Impulse input > 150 ms < 5min
BI 5 Release Interlocking input (passive binary input). MCU-MH is
released with applied high signal (+ pole)
BI 6 Release Interlocking input (passive binary input). MCU-MH is
released with applied low signal (- pole).
Alternative: 2-phase switching
BI 7 Feedback from SWITCH POSITION Disconnector and earthing switch in OPEN position
signaling switch

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Designation Description Function

BI 8 Feedback from SWITCH POSITION Disconnector in CLOSED position (high signal)
signaling switch
BI 9 Feedback from SWITCH POSITION Earthing switch in CLOSED position (high signal)
signaling switch
-K1 Interlocking to circuit-breaker (to Opens when the motor is in operation or if a fault occurs
superior switching device) (see page 9, "Fault signals")
-M1 Drive motor Sense of rotation according to command input
UL1+ Load voltage Motor circuit DC 1L1+
UL1- Load voltage Motor circuit DC 1L1-
UL1~ Load voltage Motor circuit AC 1L1
UN1~ Load voltage Motor circuit AC 1N1
UL2+ Control voltage Auxiliary voltage DC 2L1+
UL2- Control voltage Auxiliary voltage DC 2L1-
UL2~ Control voltage Auxiliary voltage AC 2L1
UN2~ Control voltage Auxiliary voltage AC 2N1
-S1 Normally open contact, momentary Disconnector in CLOSED position
contact
-S1.1 Normally open contact, momentary Disconnector in OPEN position
contact
-S5 Normally open contact, momentary Earthing switch in CLOSED position
contact
-S5.1 Normally open contact, momentary Earthing switch in OPEN position
contact
-Sn1 Interlocking contact In place of interlocking loop to be installed externally
-Sn2 Interlocking contact (high active)

1.5 Technical data

Binary inputs Command input, feedback and interlocking is done through a total of 9 binary inputs (BI).

Binary input Description Type Electrical function Function

1 Command inputs Active High active Disconnector in CLOSED position1
2 Disconnector in OPEN1 position
3 Earthing switch in CLOSED1 position
4 Earthing switch in OPEN1 position
5 Interlocking inputs Passive High active Total of all interlocking conditions, release of control
unit with applied high signal
6 Passive Low active Other interlock / 2-phase switching of the
disconnector and earthing switch function
7 Feedback inputs Passive High active Disconnector and earthing switch in OPEN1 position
8 Disconnector in CLOSED1 position
9 Earthing switch in CLOSED1 position
1 Depending on the panel type and the necessary sense of rotation of the motor, the assignment of the sense of rotation of the motor can
vary.

NOTICE
Functional failure due to insufficient voltage quality
The functioning of MCU-MH may be impaired.
➭ The voltage quality of the voltages used for auxiliary and load circuits must correspond to
applicable standards.
➭ If an AC control or AC load voltage is used, which is generated directly from single-phase
inverters, earth UN2~.

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NOTICE
Functional failure due to incorrect circuit of the command inputs
The functioning of MCU-MH may be impaired.
➭ For activation of the command inputs for disconnector CLOSED, disconnector OPEN,
earthing switch OPEN and earthing switch CLOSED, do not use any external switching
contacts that are equipped with capacitors > 4.7 nF connected in parallel with the contact.

NOTICE
Damage to MCU-MH due to test voltages
If the specified limits (1 kV, 1 s) are exceeded during dielectric tests according to the
standard IEC 62271-200, the MCU-MH may be damaged by too high test voltages.
➭ Before performing the dielectric test, remove the connecting plugs at the MCU-MH.

Operating voltage,
IEC version Description Type Permissible values
Control voltage DC 24...250 V
AC 50 Hz / 60 Hz 110...240 V
Drive voltage of binary inputs DC 24...250 V
AC 50 Hz / 60 Hz 110...240 V
Load voltage DC 24...250 V
AC 50 Hz / 60 Hz 110...240 V

Operating voltage, DC control voltage: 110 V...220 V

UL version
Motor voltage Max. FLA Max. LRA Test cycle for overload / endurance Ambient air temperature
DC [V] DC [V] tests

ON duration [s] OFF duration [s]

110 V DC 0.4 2.09 1 9 70 °C (158 °F)
220 V DC 0.24 1.7 1 9 70 °C (158 °F)

General technical data

Description
Power consumption in operating mode
Power consumption in standby mode
Operating temperature
Response time
Command input of active binary inputs
Changeover from operating mode to standby mode
Changeover from standby mode to operating mode
Binary inputs
Auxiliary voltage supply
Load circuit (motor)
Dielectric strength
Load circuit
Load circuit
Electrical motor brake
Release of motor brake
Type Permissible values
Approx. 100 mA at 24 V DC
3 mA at 24 V DC
0.8...1.1 x Un -25 °C ... +70 °C (-13 °F ... +158 °F)
1.0...1.1 x Un -40 °C ... - 25 °C (-40 °F ... -13 °F)
< 150 ms
≥ 150 ms < 5 min
Commands < 70 ms are not executed in
standby mode
≤ 2 s after execution of the last command
Approx. 150 ms after command input until the
drive motor starts up
Wide range, separated galvanically;
tolerance: -20 % ... +10 %
Wide range Separated galvanically;
tolerance: -20 % ... +10 %
Wide range Protected against polarity reversal, separated
galvanically, protected against reversal of the
sense of rotation; tolerance: -20 % ...
Load circuit (motor) 400 V DC (in operating mode)
Peak 12 A / 250 ms
Continuously 3.3 A at 24 V DC; max. 80 W
12 A peak / 250 ms
560 ms after de-energizing the load circuit

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Description Type Permissible values

Feedback monitoring time
Floating interlocking contacts
Specifically Depending on the type of operating
mechanism, monitoring of internal feedbacks
from SWITCH POSITION signaling switch
(selection of the corresponding control unit
product-specifically via part numbers).
1 normally closed 230 V AC / 1 A (AC15 load)
contact 110 V AC / 2 A (AC15 load)
24 V DC / 2.5 A (DC1 load)
110 V DC / 0.35 A (DC1 load)
220 V DC / 0.2 A (DC1 load)

Internal voltage supply

Description Type Permissible values
Internal operating voltage DC 5 V, 12 V

Operating threshold of The operating threshold of the binary inputs adjusts itself dynamically to the applied auxiliary
inputs voltage.

1.6 Sequence of a switching operation MCU-MH

Functional description Depending on the state of the binary interlocking inputs (BI5 / BI6), switching operations
started through the command inputs (BI1 / BI2 / BI3 / BI4) are executed or interlocked.
If the three-position switch is not activated, the MCU-MH is in de-energized mode (standby
mode).
A status change at the passive binary inputs has no effect on the condition of MCU-MH in de-
energized mode.
If the three-position switch is not in operation, the load voltage for supply of the power semi-
conductors of the H-bridge is additionally single-phase switched off through a relay, and the
power transistors of the H-bridge are separated galvanically.
The MCU-MH is switched to operating mode via one of the four active binary inputs
(disconnector CLOSED / disconnector OPEN / earthing switch CLOSED / earthing switch OPEN).
The LED status indicator lights up yellow.
With valid switching command for the current feedback status from the SWITCH POSITION
signaling switch, and with applied valid releases of the passive binary inputs, the respective
switching operation is executed. In case of active command execution, the LED status
indicator lights up green.
After execution of the switching command and feedback from the SWITCH POSITION signaling
switch, the MCU-MH first switches to operating mode. If there is no other command present,
the MCU-MH returns to standby mode automatically after approx. 2 seconds.

INFORMATION
If the MCU is replaced or the motor control unit is modified, it must be absolutely observed that
the product-specific follow-on times are set according to the Siemens stipulations.
The Siemens stipulations are given in the Technical Description "Control times for three-
position switches with motor operating mechanism".
Order number:
• 730-9011.5 (NXPLUS)
• 802-9011.5 (NXPLUS C)
• 867-9011.5 (8DA, 8DB, 8DA11/12)

Sequence of a switching ➭ After entering a command at one of the active binary command inputs
operation (disconnector CLOSED / disconnector OPEN / earthing switch CLOSED /
earthing switch OPEN), the internal voltage supply is switched on. The control unit starts up
and checks itself.
➭ The status of all binary inputs is checked and the validity of the switching operation at the
active binary input is verified.

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➭ If there are no interlocking conditions at the passive binary inputs preventing the desired
switching operation, the relay for the galvanic separation closes. The motor voltage is
applied to the semiconductors of the H-bridge.
➭ The interlocking to the circuit-breaker closing circuit is opened; the circuit-breaker cannot be
closed anymore.
➭ When the motor voltage is applied to the semiconductors of the H-bridge, an internal timer
is started. The internal timer monitors the runtime of the operating mechanism.
➭ The associated semiconductors of the H-bridge are energized. The drive motor turns into
the desired direction.
➭ When the desired end position is reached, the SWITCH POSITION signaling switch feeds back
the end position. After expiration of the product-specific follow-on time, the associated
semiconductors of the H-bridge are de-energized.
➭ The internal timer is reset.
➭ The electrical motor brake is activated for 560 ms via the H-bridge, and the motor is braked
electrically.
➭ After having eliminated the motor brake, the H-bridge is again separated galvanically from
the motor voltage.
➭ The H-bridge is tested for safe isolation from supply. If safe isolation from supply was
verified for the H-bridge, the circuit-breaker "closing circuit" is released, and the interlocking
to the circuit-breaker closing circuit is eliminated.
➭ The circuit-breaker can be closed again.
➭ If there is no other command for moving the operating mechanism, the control unit
changes over to standby mode.

INFORMATION
Started switching operations are completed.
If the release conditions at the passive binary inputs (change from high signal to low signal or
vice versa) change while the operating mechanism is being moved, the started switching
operation is completed.

1.7 Fault signals

Output of fault signals Fault signals at the unit are displayed via a red flashing LED status indicator.
Possible causes for a fault signal:
• An incorrect sense of rotation of the motor was detected while moving the operating
mechanism from disconnector OPEN / earthing switch OPEN position to
disconnector CLOSED / earthing switch CLOSED position.
• There is an internal MCU-MH fault (watchdog).
• The feedback monitoring time (runtime monitoring of the operating mechanism) for
protecting the drive motor and the mechanical system was exceeded.
• A command for moving the operating mechanism is applied to the active command inputs
(disconnector CLOSED / disconnector OPEN / earthing switch CLOSED / earthing
switch OPEN) for more than 5 minutes, although existing interlocking conditions prevent
the execution of this command.
• A command is applied to one of the active command inputs (disconnector CLOSED /
disconnector OPEN / earthing switch CLOSED / earthing switch OPEN) for more than
5 minutes, although the associated switching operation was completed successfully.

Fault mode, clearing Options for clearing the fault mode after the cause for the fault mode was eliminated:
• Through the reset button at the device (operation of the reset button: insert a thin, pointed
object through the opening at the front side.)
• By removing and re-applying the control voltage

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Examples for flashing
code of LED status
indicator
Type of failure
Incorrect sense of rotation of
motor
Relay on MCU-MH clocks on
command input (approx. 1x per
sec.)
Relay on MCU-MH clocks very
quickly on command input
(approx. 5x per sec.)
H-bridge is not isolated from
supply
No feedback of disconnector
contact after disconnector
CLOSED command
No feedback of opening contact
after disconnector OPEN
command
No feedback of earthing switch
contact after
earthing switch CLOSED
command
No feedback of opening contact
after earthing switch OPEN
command
No standby mode after end of
command
Impermissibly long switching
command
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① LED lights up
permanently
② LED flashes 1x
③ LED flashes 2x
④ LED flashes 7x
Fault coding at the MCU-MH
Indication via LED Interlocking to the Cause Measure
status indicator circuit-breaker1)
Permanently red Off Motor polarity interchanged Check motor connecting leads at
the motor. Then, perform reset of
MCU-MH
none Off No load voltage available Check load voltage supply
none Off No control voltage available Check control voltage supply
2x red On N(2) not earthed (IT system) Earth N. Then, perform reset of
MCU-MH
Load voltage relay of MCU-MH Replace MCU-MH
defective
3x red On Disconnector could not be Check operating mechanism and
CLOSED within the maximum gear motor. Then, switch the
permissible runtime. Mechanical operating mechanism manually to
defect or defect at the gear motor an end position and perform reset
4x red On Disconnector could not be Check operating mechanism and
OPENED within the maximum gear motor. Then, switch the
permissible runtime. Mechanical operating mechanism manually to
defect or defect at the gear motor an end position and perform reset
5x red On Earthing switch could not be Check operating mechanism and
CLOSED within the maximum gear motor. Then, switch the
permissible runtime. Mechanical operating mechanism manually to
defect or defect at the gear motor an end position and perform reset
6x red On Earthing switch could not be Check operating mechanism and
OPENED within the maximum gear motor. Then, switch the
permissible runtime. Mechanical operating mechanism manually to
defect or defect at the gear motor an end position and perform reset
8x red On Circuit for automatic shutdown of Replace MCU-MH
MCU-MH defective
8x red On Switching command is applied Shorten command output. Then,
for more than 5 min perform reset of MCU-MH
1) Off = circuit-breaker can be switched, On = circuit-breaker cannot be switched
2) Neutral conductor
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No fault signal No output of fault signals:

• If the operating mechanism is in an intermediate position due to a failure of the load voltage
while moving the operating mechanism (slow motion mechanisms). The motor control
remains switched on, and the interlocking to the circuit-breaker persists. This mode is
signaled via a yellow flashing LED status indicator.
When the load voltage returns, the operating mechanism can only be moved electrically to
OPEN position by the motor when a new command is entered.
• If the operating mechanism was moved manually from the intermediate position to a
defined end position because the load voltage failed.
When the load voltage returns, the motor control unit changes over to normal operation,
the operating mechanism is not moved. If the interlocking conditions allow to do so, the
operating mechanism can then be moved to any direction.
• If the operating mechanism is in an intermediate position and the interlocking conditions
change in the meantime (e.g. the operating lever is inserted).
If the interlocking conditions allow to do so, electrical movement to the OPEN position is
possible.

1.8 Behavior in case of voltage failure

The failure of the load voltage and/or the control voltage leads to a defined behavior of the
motor control unit. The sequence applies to the voltage failure both in inoperative position
and while moving:
• The operating mechanism can no longer be operated electrically, or stops.
• The operating mechanism is stopped in faulty position if the voltage failure happened while
moving.
• No fault signal is issued.
• Manual movement by manual operation is possible.
When the voltage returns:
• The operating mechanism must be moved manually to a defined end position if the control
voltage has failed.
• Electrical movement to the OPEN position is possible again.
• Normal operation is established.

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2 Annex

2.1 Basic scheme

① Load voltage
② Control voltage
③ Disconnector CLOSED1
④ Disconnector OPEN1
⑤ Earthing switch
CLOSED1
⑥ Earthing switch OPEN1
⑦ Interlock high active
⑧ Interlock low active
⑨ H-bridge
⑩ CPU/Logic
⑪ Parameter changeover
⑫ Reverse interlocking to
circuit-breaker
⑬ Feedbacks from SWITCH
POSITION signaling
switch
⑭ Disconnector CLOSED
⑮ Earthing switch CLOSED
⑯ Disconnector and
earthing switch OPEN

Representation:
Disconnector and earthing
switch are OPEN.

Fig. 1: Activation of MCU-MH (basic scheme)

1
Depending on the panel type and the necessary sense of rotation of the motor, the assignment of the sense of rotation of the motor can
vary.

Remark:
With the binary interlocking inputs BI 5 and BI 6, external interlocks or releases are
implemented.
• Interlock high active (BI 5): Control unit is released with applied high signal (1)
• Interlock low active (BI 6): Control unit is released with applied low signal (0)
Interlocking inputs:
• When a high signal is applied at the binary interlocking input BI 5 and a low signal is applied
at the binary interlocking input BI 6, the disconnector or the earthing switch can be
operated via the corresponding command inputs (BI 1 / BI 2 / BI 3 / BI 4).
If the binary inputs are not used for releases or interlocks, and if the MCU-MH shall work in
non-interlocked operation, the corresponding signal must be applied at the binary inputs.
• The binary input BI 6 can also be used for 2-pole switching.

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2.2 Terminal assignment of motor control unit

Terminal Designation
-X1.1:1 Load voltage + (for AC supply L ~)
-X1.1:2 Load voltage - (for AC supply N ~)
-X1.1:3 Output motor voltage +
-X1.1:4 Output motor voltage -
-X1.2:5 BI 7: OPEN feedback from auxiliary switch
-X1.2:6 BI 8: Disconnector feedback from auxiliary switch
-X1.2:7 BI 9: Earthing switch feedback from auxiliary switch
-X1.2:8 Control voltage - (for AC supply N ~)
-X1.2:9 Control voltage + (for AC supply L ~)
-X1.3:10 BI 1: Disconnector CLOSED (active BI)1
-X1.3:11 BI2: Disconnector OPEN (active BI)1
-X1-3:12 BI 3: Earthing switch CLOSED (active BI)1
-X1.3:13 BI 4: Earthing switch OPEN (active BI)1
-X1.4:14 BI 5: Interlocking high (passive BI)
-X1.4:15 BI 6: Interlocking low (passive BI)
-X1.4:16 Floating contact, reverse interlocking to circuit-breaker (normally closed
contact)
-X1.4:17 Floating contact, reverse interlocking to circuit-breaker (normally closed
contact)
1
Depending on the panel type and the necessary sense of rotation of the
motor, the assignment of the sense of rotation of the motor can vary.

2.3 Extract of tests performed

Climatic test
IEC 62271-304- 21d Climate (moist heat)
DIN EN ISO 6988 Industrial change climate (0.2l SO2)

Function test
IEC 62271-100 Continuous switching
High temperatures 10 days at +75 °C (+167 °F) / 16 h at +85 °C (+185 °F)
Low temperatures 24 hours at -40 °C (-40 °F)

Electrical tests
EN55011 RFI field strength 30 MHz - 1000 MHz Group 1, Class A
EN55011 RFI voltage 150 kHz - 30 MHz Group 1, Class A
IEC 61000-4-2 Electrostatic discharge Electrostatic discharge (ESD)
IEC 61000-4-3 Electromagnetic fields Electromagnetic fields
IEC 61000-4-4 Fast transient electrical disturbance variables Electrical fast transients (Burst)
IEC 61000-4-5 Surges High energy pulses (Surge)
IEC 61000-4-6 Conducted disturbances Conducted RF-Disturbance
IEC 61000-4-11 Voltage dips, short interruptions and voltage variations Voltage dips, short interruptions
and voltage variations

Certification UL certification, UL file: E472678

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2.4 Glossary

Term
Command input
Operating mode
Binary input, high active
Binary input, low active
Binary input, active
Binary input, passive
Dynamic adjustment of the
threshold voltage
H-bridge
Standby mode
Threshold voltage
Fault mode
Circuit-breaker interlocking
Mode changeover
Explanation
Impulse for moving the operating mechanism, impulse duration: ≥ 150 ms and
< 5 min. Status change at one of the four active binary inputs (disconnector to
CLOSED position / disconnector to OPEN position / earthing switch to CLOSED
position / earthing switch to OPEN position)
The MCU-MH is in energized state and ready to process commands. The LED
status indicator lights up yellow.
Release of the motor control unit for processing a command when voltage is
applied (high / positive pole or for AC L~) at this input.
Release of the motor control unit for processing a command when voltage is
applied (low / negative pole or for AC N) at this input.
Command input; when the status changes from low to high, the MCU-MH is
energized if the MCU-MH is in de-energized mode.
Interlocking input; a status change is not followed by a change of the current
mode of the MCU-MH.
Modification of the input voltage level of a binary input in accordance with the
applied auxiliary voltage.
Electrical circuit for reversing the sense of rotation of DC motors.
The MCU-MH is de-energized internally, and is energized by a status change at
one of the four active binary inputs. (Energizing is done automatically upon
command input by means of status change / change of signal level from low to
high or viceversa). No indication via the LED status indicator.
Input voltage level which is detected by a binary input. As of this level, the status
of the binary input is changed.
Only in case of internal fault of the control unit: Except for the fault "incorrect
sense of rotation of motor", the interlocking to the circuit-breaker is activated.
The LED status indicator lights up red.
The fault mode is reset by switching the auxiliary voltage off and on, or by
operating the covered reset button at the front side of the unit.
Relay contact, 1 NC, floating; opens when the command to move the operating
mechanism is given.
Changeover from operating mode to standby mode takes place automatically
after execution and successful feedback of the last command.
Changeover from standby mode to operating mode is done by a status change
at one of the active binary inputs (command input).

UL Underwriters Laboratories, an approval society for the countries USA and

Canada.
UL approval Approval for the markets USA and Canada.
A UL approval is issued by the UL approval society on the basis of performed
tests and verification of compliance with ANSI/UL standards, as well as with CSA
standards, if applicable.

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3 Index
A I
Activation of the MCU-MH............................................... 12 Installation ....................................................................... 5
Annex............................................................................. 12 O
Application ....................................................................... 4 Operating mechanisms, application ..................................4

B Operating threshold, inputs .............................................. 8

Basic scheme .................................................................. 12 Operating voltage .............................................................7
Binary inputs..................................................................... 6 S
C Sequence, switching operation .........................................8
Climatic test.................................................................... 13 Service-Hotline ............................................................... 15

D Switching operation, sequence .........................................8

Description ....................................................................... 4 T
E Technical data, general ..................................................... 7
Electrical tests................................................................. 13 Terminal assignment.......................................................13

F Tests............................................................................... 13
Fault mode, clearing ......................................................... 9 Tests performed..............................................................13
Fault signal, no output .................................................... 11
V
Function test .................................................................. 13 Voltage failure ................................................................11
Functional description ...................................................... 8 Voltage supply, internal ....................................................8

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