Ritz Installation Instructions

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
SIS BUS BAR SYSTEMS
GERMANY HAMBURG • WIRGES • KIRCHAICH • DRESDEN

AUSTRIA MARCHTRENK | HUNGARY KECSKEMÉT | CHINA SHANGHAI | USA HARTWELL
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RITZ Instrument Transformers GmbH
Mühlberg 1
97514 Oberaurach-Kirchaich
Germany
Telephone: +49 9549 89-0
Fax: +49 9549 89-11
E-Mail: sis-service@ritz-international.com
Internet: www.ritz-international.com
Checked by: Wolfgang Wessing
Approved by: Stefan Waldheuser
Ritz documentation designation: A2MS001EN
Supersedes RITZ document SA8520-001
© RITZ Instrument Transformers GmbH 2015 - 2020
Installation Instructions for SIS Bus Bar Systems A2MS001EN revision R05 2 / 130
INFORMATIONS ON INSTALLATION These instructions, together with the project
INSTRUCTIONS documentation (see other valid documents),
enable you to install the bus bars correctly.
The figures contained in these installation
instructions are for illustration purposes. You
must refer to the project documentation (see
other valid documents) for the actual design.
Staff must carefully read through and understand
these instructions before starting any work.
Adherence to all the safety information and
instructions specified in these instructions is a basic
requirement to ensure safety whilst working.
COPYRIGHT The local occupational health and safety regulations

and general safety rules for the installation of bus
bars also apply.
The contents of these instructions are protected by
copyright. They may be used within the scope of
installation of the SIS bus bar system. Any other form
of use going beyond this is not permitted without
written permission from RITZ Instrument
Transformers GmbH.
CUSTOMER SERVICE ( KIRCHAICH SITE ) Telephone number: +49 9549 89-0

e-mail: sis-service@ritz-international.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 THE SIS BUS BAR SYSTEM............................................................................................................. 7

1.1 SHORT DESCRIPTION ...................................................................................................................... 7
1.2 OTHER APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS ................................................................................................ 9
1.3 SCOPE OF DELIVERY ...................................................................................................................... 9
1.4 MEANS OF LABOUR AND TOOLS ................................................................................................. 10
1.5 TORQUE VALUES ........................................................................................................................... 10
1.6 RATING PLATE ................................................................................................................................ 10
2 SAFETY ............................................................................................................................................ 11
2.1 SYMBOLS......................................................................................................................................... 11
2.2 PROPER USE .................................................................................................................................. 12
2.3 RESIDUAL RISKS ............................................................................................................................ 13
2.3.1 BASIC HAZARDS WHEN PERFORMING INSTALLATION ............................................................ 13
2.3.2 ELECTRICITY HAZARDS ................................................................................................................ 17
2.3.3 HAZARDS FROM SUBSTANCES AND CONSUMABLES .............................................................. 18
2.3.4 RISK OF MATERIAL DAMAGE ........................................................................................................ 19
2.4 RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER ............................................................................................... 20
2.5 STAFF REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................................ 22
2.6 PERSONAL SAFETY CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT .................................................................... 23
2.7 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION .................................................................................................. 25
3 TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE ............................................................................................ 27

3.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ON TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE ........................................... 27
3.2 SYMBOLS ON THE PACKAGING ................................................................................................... 28
3.3 TYPE OF DELIVERY ........................................................................................................................ 29
3.4 TRANSPORT INSPECTION............................................................................................................. 29
3.5 TRANSPORTATION OF PACKAGES .............................................................................................. 30
3.6 PACKAGING .................................................................................................................................... 31
3.7 UNPACKING..................................................................................................................................... 32
3.8 STORAGE ........................................................................................................................................ 33
3.9 TRANSPORTATION TO THE INSTALLATION LOCATION ............................................................ 34
4 INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................... 35
4.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ON INSTALLATION............................................................................... 35
4.2 PREREQUISITES FOR INSTALLATION ......................................................................................... 39
4.3 PROTECTION FROM CLIMATIC INFLUENCES ............................................................................. 40
4.4 INSTALLING FIXATION UNITS ....................................................................................................... 40
4.5 INSTALLING BUS BARS.................................................................................................................. 45
4.5.1 SPACING BETWEEN BAR ELEMENTS .......................................................................................... 45
4.5.2 TIGHTENING TORQUE VALUES .................................................................................................... 46
4.5.3 FASTENING BUS BAR ELEMENTS ................................................................................................ 46
4.5.4 SETTING FIXED BEARINGS ........................................................................................................... 47
4.5.5 SETTING SLIDING BEARINGS ....................................................................................................... 47
4.6 PREPARING THE EARTHING CABLES ......................................................................................... 47
4.7 INSTALLING CONNECTION SLEEVES .......................................................................................... 50
4.7.1 INSTALLING INDOOR CONNECTION SLEEVES........................................................................... 50
4.7.1.1 PREPARING INDOOR CONNECTION SLEEVES .......................................................................... 50
4.7.1.1.1 PREPARATION ON BOTH SIDES ................................................................................................... 50
4.7.1.1.2 PREPARING THE CONNECTION SLEEVE .................................................................................... 52
4.7.1.2 ESTABLISHING THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION ....................................................................... 54
4.7.1.2.1 INSTALLING FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS AND CONTACT SPRINGS: ALUMINIUM-COPPER ..... 54
4.7.1.2.2 INSTALLING FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS AND CONTACT SPRINGS: COPPER-COPPER .......... 64
4.7.1.2.3 INSTALLING FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS AND CONTACT SPRINGS: OTHERS ........................... 68
4.7.1.2.4 TIGHTENING THE TORQUING ....................................................................................................... 69
4.7.1.2.5 MARKING THE BOLTED CONNECTIONS ...................................................................................... 70
4.7.1.2.6 CLEANING THE CONTROLLED SYSTEMS ................................................................................... 70
4.7.1.3 CLOSING INDOOR CONNECTION SLEEVES ............................................................................... 72
4.7.1.3.1 ALIGNING THE CONNECTION SLEEVE PIPE ............................................................................... 72
4.7.1.3.2 SCREWING THE SEALING FLANGE IN PLACE ............................................................................ 73
4.7.1.3.3 EARTHING THE INDOOR CONNECTION SLEEVE ....................................................................... 74
4.7.2 INSTALLING OUTDOOR CONNECTION SLEEVES ...................................................................... 75
4.7.2.1 PREPARING OUTDOOR CONNECTION SLEEVES ...................................................................... 75
4.7.2.1.1 PREPARING THE BELLOWS .......................................................................................................... 75
4.7.2.1.2 PREPARATION ON BOTH SIDES ................................................................................................... 78
4.7.2.1.3 PREPARING THE CONNECTION SLEEVE PIPE ........................................................................... 80
4.7.2.2 ESTABLISHING THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION ....................................................................... 81
4.7.2.3 ALIGNING THE CONNECTION SLEEVE PIPE ............................................................................... 82
4.7.2.4 EARTHING THE OUTDOOR CONNECTION SLEEVE ................................................................... 83
4.7.2.5 CLOSING THE CONNECTION SLEEVE AND BELLOWS ON BOTH SIDES ................................ 84
4.8 SETTING UP ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ON SWITCHGEARS OR TRANSFORMERS ......... 86
4.8.1 BUS CONNECTION ......................................................................................................................... 86
4.8.2 INSTALLATION WITH AL ELAST CONTACT DISCS ..................................................................... 86
4.8.3 INSTALLATION WITH CONICAL SPRING WASHER ..................................................................... 87
4.9 EARTHING THE BUS BAR SYSTEM .............................................................................................. 88
4.9.1 WHEN EARTHING VIA EARTHING NUT APPLIES ........................................................................ 89
4.9.2 WHEN EARTHING VIA EARTHING NUT DOES NOT APPLY ........................................................ 91
4.9.2.1 REGARDING INDOOR BUS BAR SYSTEMS ................................................................................. 91
4.9.2.2 REGARDING OUTDOOR BUS BAR SYSTEMS ............................................................................. 93
4.10 FINAL INSPECTION ......................................................................................................................... 94
4.10.1 VISUAL INSPECTION AND FILLING OUT THE CHECK LISTS ..................................................... 94
4.10.2 PERFORMING A HIGH-VOLTAGE TEST ....................................................................................... 95
4.10.2.1 ROUTINE TEST AS PER IEC 60137 ............................................................................................... 95
4.10.2.2 PERFORMING AN AC OR VLF VOLTAGE TEST ........................................................................... 96
4.10.2.3 PERFORMING A DC VOLTAGE TEST ........................................................................................... 96
4.10.3 ATTACHING THE RATING PLATES ............................................................................................... 97
5 MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................... 98
5.1 ONSHORE ........................................................................................................................................ 98
5.2 OFFSHORE ...................................................................................................................................... 98
5.3 AFTER A SHUTDOWN OF 3 MONTHS OR MORE ...................................................................... 100
6 DISASSEMBLY AND DISPOSAL ................................................................................................. 101

6.1 SAFETY FOR DISASSEMBLING AND DISPOSAL ....................................................................... 101
6.2 DISASSEMBLY .............................................................................................................................. 102
6.3 DISPOSAL ...................................................................................................................................... 102
7 TECHNICAL DATA ........................................................................................................................ 103
8 INDEX ............................................................................................................................................. 104
APPENDIX ........................................................................................................................................................ 106

A DRAWINGS .................................................................................................................................... 108
B TORQUE TABLE ............................................................................................................................ 109
C TEST VOLTAGES .......................................................................................................................... 111
D TOOL LIST...................................................................................................................................... 112
E CHECKING WHETHER EARTHING VIA EARTHING NUT APPLIES ........................................... 114
F CHECK LIST FOR INSPECTING INSTALLATION OF ONE SIS BUS BAR SYSTEM – EXAMPLE ..
........................................................................................................................................................ 115
G CHECK LIST FOR STORAGE AND OPENING OF A TRANSPORT BOX – EXAMPLE .............. 124
H CHECK LIST FOR ONE INDOOR CONNECTION SLEEVE – EXAMPLE .................................... 129
I CHECK LIST FOR ONE OUTDOOR CONNECTION SLEEVE – EXAMPLE ................................ 130
THE SIS BUS BAR SYSTEM
1 THE SIS BUS BAR SYSTEM

1.1 SHORT DESCRIPTION
Construction ………….…………………. The fully insulated bus bars comprise a conductor in the form
of a pipe or round material (E-Al or E-Cu) with solid insulation
made of epoxy resin impregnated paper (RIP).
For reasons of mechanical stability, adherence with transport
dimensions, handling on site and maximum dimensions
dictated by the production facility, bus bar systems typically are
made in sections. In order to ensure a continuous, potential-
free bus bar system, an insulated connection sleeve is installed
over the connection between the non-insulated, controlled bus
bar ends.
1 Contact tube
2 Fully insulated bus bar
3 Earth connection
4 Fully insulated indoor connection sleeve
Fig. 1: Basic illustration of a bus bar 5 Contact spring
connection in a connection sleeve 6 Flexible connector
The connection of two bus bar elements (Fig. 2/2) inside the
connection sleeve (Fig. 2/1) is established using flexible
connectors (Fig. 2/4) which offset small length tolerances
during installation, and the thermal expansion of the bars
Fig. 2: Indoor connection sleeve installed during operation. The contact springs (Fig. 2/3) are installed on
(example) the flexible connectors and touch the inside of the contact tube.
The connection sleeve and the bus bar elements are contact-
proof when operated within the technical specifications.
Indoor connection sleeves (Fig. 2) are closed with an

aluminium sealing flange (Fig. 2/5) which ensures that the
connection of the connection sleeve on the bar is dust and
splash proof. Outdoor connection sleeves are manufactured
with a stainless steel protective tube. It is secured and sealed
off on the bar with a ring seal unit. A second seal to the bar is
provided by bellows (Fig. 3/2) which are secured to the bus bar
and connection sleeve using hose clamps (Fig. 3/1).
Fig. 3: Bellows on the outdoor connection
sleeve
Bus bars are installed on floors, ceilings or walls on a fixation

design which is specific to the respective order. An individual
fixation unit comprises, for example, brackets (Fig. 4/1), C-
profiles (Fig. 4/2), fixation clamps (Fig. 4/3) and bolted
connections (with T-bolts, conical spring washers and nuts, Fig.
4/4).
In general, an earthing bar or earthing cable has to be laid
parallel to the bus bar, to which all bars, connection sleeves,
and fixation must be connected and, subsequently, to the earth
potential.
Fig. 4: Fixation unit (example)
Design …………………...………………… Dimensions and designs are in line with the valid regulations
and standards. The drawing and serial number of the
respective bus bar is punched in at one end of the long side of
the flange connection, or on the face of round or pipe-shaped
connections. The bus bar elements are shown with an item
number in the assembly drawing. The drawing number is
shown underneath the respective item number in the
corresponding bill of material. The same bill of material also
indicates the drawing numbers of the fixation units and the
connection sleeves (for bus bar connections with multiple
parts).
In addition to these instructions, the following supplementary

1.2 OTHER APPLICABLE
documents apply:
DOCUMENTS
Bill of material for installation
Installation drawings
– Assembly drawing (complete system with item numbers
and bill of material)
– Subassembly drawings
– Bus bar drawing
– Part drawings
– General detailed drawings
Optional: Specific project documents
Packing list for inspection – packing check list
Tool list
Check list for inspecting installation one SIS bus bar system
Appendix F on page 115
Check list for storing and opening of one transport box
Appendix G on page 124
Check list for one indoor connection sleeve
Appendix H on page 129
Check list for one outdoor connection sleeve
Appendix I on page 130
If special constructions, such as wall penetrations,

transformer protection boxes, tab off boxes etc., are
required for a project, the corresponding installation
instructions or installation drawings are included with
the delivery, as necessary.
1.3 SCOPE OF DELIVERY The construction of the bus bar system is specific to
the respective project and the individual
subassemblies can be seen in the assembly
drawing.
Refer to the subassembly drawings and part
drawings in the documentation folder for details of
individual subassemblies.
Refer to the bill of material in the documentation
folder for the exact scope of delivery.
Assigning the material ……………..…

All the items listed in the bills of material are
packaged separately with the respective item
numbers and can thus be easily assigned to the
respective positions using the bill of material for
installation.
System of bills of material …………… All the required parts are listed in the bill of material for
installation. You must use the delivery notes (packing check list)
to check that they are complete, and sign to confirm. There are
also bills of material for fixation units, connection sleeves and a
bill of material for other accessories. The bills of material for bus
bar fixations include the bill of material for fixation clamps.
Fig. 5: System of bills of material
1.4 MEANS OF LABOUR AND Various means of labour and tools are required for
TOOLS installation of the bus bar system. They are listed in
Appendix ‘Tool List’ on page 112.
1.5 TORQUE VALUES The torque values appropriate for the applications
are indicated in the installation instructions in the
table of torque values in Appendix B and in the
individual drawings. A calibrated torque spanner
must be used for tightening the bolted connections.
After tightening the bolted connections, they have to

be marked (example in Chapter 4.7.1.2.5
‘Marking the Bolted Connections’ on page 70).
1.6 RATING PLATE A rating plate is attached to each bus bar.

Alternatively, the rating plate is included separately
with the delivery and can be glued to the bus bar
where it is clearly visible once installation has been
completed.
The serial numbers of the bus bars and connection
sleeves must be noted and entered in the general
drawing before closing the connection sleeves.
SAFETY
2 SAFETY
The safety instructions and safety information in these
2.1 SYMBOLS instructions are denoted by symbols. The safety instructions are
prefaced by signal words which express the extent of the risk.
Safety instructions ………………………

DANGER!
This combination of symbol and signal word
indicates an immediately hazardous situation which
may cause serious or even fatal injuries if not
avoided.
WARNING!
indicates a possibly hazardous situation which may
lead to serious or even fatal injuries if not avoided.
CAUTION!
cause minor or light injuries if not avoided.
NOTICE!
cause material damage if not avoided.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION!
indicates possibly hazards for the environment.
Safety instructions in instructions for Safety instructions may relate to certain, individual instructions
actions ………………………………..……. for actions. These safety instructions are embedded in the
instruction for action so they do not interrupt the flow of reading
when performing the action. The signal words described above
are used.
Example:
1. Unfasten the bolt.
CAUTION!
Risk of entrapment on the cover!
2. Close the cover carefully.
3. Tighten the bolt.
SAFETY
Tips and recommendations ……………

This symbol indicates tips, recommendations and
information for efficient fault-free operation.
Further markings ………………………… The following markings are used in these instructions for
emphasizing instructions for actions, results, lists, cross
references and other elements:
Marking Explanation
Step-by-step instructions for actions
 Results of actions
References to sections of these Instructions
 and other applicable documents
Lists without a set order

2.2 PROPER USE The bus bar system is used exclusively for conveying electrical
current and insulating touch voltage as per the specification
defined in the order documentation.
Proper use also includes adhering to all the information and

specifications in these instructions.
Any use going beyond the proper use or other type of use is
regarded as misuse.
SAFETY
WARNING!
Danger arising from misuse!
Misuse of the bus bar system can lead to hazardous
situations.
– Only operate bus bar systems in accordance
with the agreed terms and conditions of
delivery, and the indicated technical data.
– Install bus bar systems in accordance with
these installation instructions and drawings.
– The manufacturer's warranty will be
rendered null and void if the installation
instructions are not observed.
– Only use the devices and special tools
included in the scope of delivery for the
intended purpose and in accordance with the
stipulations of these installation instructions.
– Never climb on or walk on the bus bar
system.
– Never suspend loads from the installed bus
bar system or place objects on the bus bar
system.
– Never operate the bus bar system without
insulation or earthing.
– Refrain from performing cutting, grinding,
and welding work on or in the vicinity of bus
bar systems.
2.3 RESIDUAL RISKS
2.3.1 BASIC HAZARDS WHEN

PERFORMING INSTALLATION
Working in the construction site ………..

WARNING!
Danger arising from misuse!
Carelessness in the installation area on a
construction site can lead to hazardous situations.
– Never begin work on the construction site
without the permission of the construction
site supervisor.
– Always access construction sites with
extreme caution.
– Wear reflective clothing or a safety vest, as
necessary.
– Adhere to the national occupational safety
measures.
SAFETY
Improper installation / assembly ……….

WARNING!
Risk of injury due to improper installation /
assembly!
Improperly performed installation and assembly
work can cause serious or even fatal injuries and
considerable material damage.
– Make sure there is sufficient space to work
in before starting work.
– Handle exposed, sharp-edged components
with care.
– Be aware of the dead weight of the
components.
– Keep the work area clean and tidy! Parts or
tools loosely piled or lying about are a
potential source of accidents.
– Install components properly. Adhere to the
stipulated tightening torque values for
bolts.
– Secure components so they cannot fall or
topple over.
– When performing installation and assembly
work, make sure nobody is in the danger
area.
SAFETY
Use of load bearing and fastening WARNING!

equipment ………………………………… Risk of injury when using lifting gear!
Improper use of load bearing equipment (ropes,
chains, belts) and fastening equipment (load
hooks, bottom hook block) can cause hazardous
situations.
– Before using lifting gear and load bearing
equipment, perform a visual inspection to
check for damage, deformation and wear.
Do not use damaged parts.
– Use lifting gear and load bearing
equipment with a sufficient load bearing
capacity for the load. Use suitable ropes,
chains and lifting belts in accordance with
the dimensions and weight of the load
being lifted. Do not overload fastening
equipment.
– Use edge protectors or a crossbeam when
lifting sharp-edged loads.
– Position the load hook above the centre of
gravity of the load.
– During the lifting procedure, observe
whether the fastening equipment takes
hold in the designated positions, whether
the transportation position remains
unchanged when lifting and make sure the
load does not become caught. In case of
any variation, immediately stop the lifting
the process.
– Protect fastening equipment from sharp-
edged parts of loads.
– During the lifting procedure, ensure
nobody is in the falling and swinging range
of the load.
– The angle of inclination must never exceed
60°.
– When guiding fastening equipment, always
take hold of it above the load.
– Wear personal safety clothing and
equipment at all times for all work.
SAFETY
Working at heights ………………………. WARNING!

Risk of injury from careless work at heights!
Carelessness when working on ladders or lifting
platforms for installation or maintenance work can
cause injuries.
– When carrying out any work on ladders,
make sure the ladder is on a firm and even
surface.
– Adhere to the national regulations for
safety and the prevention of accidents
when performing any work with a scaffold
or lifting platform.
– If necessary, have a second person secure
the ladder.
– Wear a safety harness as necessary.
Suspended loads …………………...……. WARNING!

Risk of fatal injury from suspended loads!
When lifting loads, the loads may swing and fall.
This can cause serious or even fatal injuries.
– Never stand under or in the swinging range
of suspended loads.
– Only move loads under supervision.
– Use only approved lifting gear and
fastening equipment with sufficient load
bearing capacity.
– Do not use torn or frayed lifting gear, such
as rope or belts.
– Do not place lifting gear, such as ropes
and belts, over sharp edges and corners.
Do not knot or twist the lifting gear.
– Before leaving the work station, set the
load down.
SAFETY
2.3.2 ELECTRICITY HAZARDS DANGER!

Risk of fatal injury from arc faults and electrical
Arc fault and electrical current …..…… current!
There is a direct risk of fatal injury from electric
shock in case of contact with live parts. Damage to
the insulation or individual components may
represent a risk of fatal injury.
Arc faults cause high pressures and temperatures.
Heated gases or metal parts can cause burns. Flash
burns to the eyes may occur due to light from an arc.
– Have work on the electrical components
performed by qualified electricians only.
– Only allow trained installation staff to carry out
installation and assembly work. Staff must be
sufficiently informed about possible hazards
which may arise in the installation and
assembly area.
– Wear electric arc safety clothing when working
in the vicinity of electrical systems.
– In case of damage to the insulation,
immediately switch off the power supply and
make repairs.
work on or in the vicinity of bus bars,
implement measures in the working position so
it is and remains isolated from the voltage.
Follow the five safety rules:
1. Isolate from the voltage.
2. Secure to prevent from being
switched back on.
3. Make sure parts are no longer live
with voltage.
4. Earth and short-circuit
5. Cover or section off neighboring
parts which are live with voltage.
– Make sure that the system is perfectly earthed
with a protective earth conductor system.
– Keep moisture away from parts which are live
with voltage, as this can cause a short circuit.
– Refrain from making any changes to the bus
bar system.
Recommendation:
After installation, perform a high voltage test in order
to check that the system has been properly installed.
Annually check the bus bar system and earthing for
mechanical damage, and use a thermal camera to
check for the generation of heat.
SAFETY
2.3.3 HAZARDS FROM SUBSTANCES

AND CONSUMABLES
Handling lubricants ……………………..… WARNING!
Risk of health hazards from lubricants!
Contact with lubricants can provoke allergies and
skin irritation.
– Wear protective gloves when handling
lubricants.
– Do not swallow. Do not inhale vapors.
– In case of accidental contact with the eyes,
rinse out thoroughly with copious amounts
of water and consult a doctor as
necessary.
– Adhere to the lubricant manufacturer's
material safety data sheet.
– Wear protective gloves when applying and
removing liquid lubricant.
Handling acetone ………………………... WARNING!

Health hazard from acetone!
Acetone is highly flammable, and can cause
fatigue, dizziness, and serious eye irritation.
Repeated contact can cause chapped or cracked
skin.
– Avoid contact with acetone.
– Do not eat, drink, or smoke when handling
acetone. Wash your hands before breaks
and at the end of work.
– Adhere to the acetone manufacturer's
material safety data sheet.
– When handling acetone, wear the personal
safety clothing and equipment stipulated in
the safety data sheet.
– Keep away from heat, sparks, open
flames, and hot surfaces.
– Keep the container sealed tight and in a
well ventilated place.
SAFETY
2.3.4 RISK OF MATERIAL DAMAGE

Improper installation / assembly …...…. NOTICE!
Risk of material damage due to improper
installation!
work can cause considerable material damage.
– Protect connection sleeves and bus bars
from all climatic influences before and
during installation.
– It is imperative to adhere to all the
dimensions specified in the drawings in
order to prevent any insulation damage.
– Install bus bars properly. In the process,
make sure that no components fall or
topple over.
– Adhere to the stipulated tightening torque
values for bolts.
– Never stand on or load connection sleeves
and bus bars in any other way during
installation.
– Install bus bars so that they are free from
mechanical strain.
– Make sure the system is properly earthed.
– Make sure that all installation work is
carried out and completed in accordance
with the specifications and information in
these instructions and the specific project
drawings.
– In case of any doubts or problems during
installation, always consult RITZ
Instrument Transformers GmbH.
Recommendation:
After installation, perform a high voltage test to ensure
the system is properly insulated.
This does not check that the installation has been per-
formed properly! It is merely a check of the insulation!
The current load capacity is not assessed in this case!
SAFETY
Prohibited spacing dimensions …....… NOTICE!

Risk of material from incorrect spacing of bus
bars!
Improper installation and incorrect spacing of
individual fixation units can lead to resonant
vibrations at certain intervals within a bus bar due
to their natural frequency. The bus bars may be
subjected to very heavy mechanical stress, and in
extreme cases the insulation may become
damaged.
– It is imperative to adhere to the spacing
dimensions between the individual sliding
bearings (Bg), fixed bearings (Bf), and the
fixation units as shown in the installation
drawing.
– If the spacing dimensions cannot be
adhered to for reasons related to the
performance of the installation or building
interferences, any change must be
coordinated with RITZ Instrument
Transformers GmbH beforehand, and
noted in the drawings.
Cutting, grinding or welding work …...... NOTICE!

Risk of material damage to the bus bar system
from cutting, grinding or welding work!
Sparks or welding spatter can cause considerable
damage to the insulation of the bus bar system.
– Welding, cutting or grinding (angle grinder)
work must never be performed in the
vicinity of the bus bar system.
– If this kind of work cannot be avoided in the
vicinity of the bus bar system being
installed, suitable safety measures (e.g.
covers) must be provided to protect the
bus bar elements.
2.4 RESPONSIBILITY OF THE

OWNER
Owner ……………………………………… The owner is the party who uses the bus bar system for
commercial or economic purposes himself or authorizes
use/operation by a third party, and bears the legal product
responsibility for the protection of the user, operating staff or
third party during operation.
SAFETY
Owner obligations ……………..……… The bus bar system is used in the commercial sector. The
owner of the bus bar system is thus subject to the legal
obligations for occupational safety.
In addition to the safety instructions herein, the regulations for
occupational safety and environmental protection, applicable for
the application of the bus bar system, must also be adhered.
In particular the following applies:

The owner must familiarize himself with the applicable
occupational safety regulations, and also conduct a risk
assessment to determine additional risks that may arise due to
the specific working conditions at the place of use of the bus
bar system. These must be implemented in the form of
instructions for the operation of the bus bar system.
The owner must inform staff sufficiently about the possible
hazards which arise with the respective application of the bus
bar system and the respective safety measures.
During the entire operating time of the bus bar system, the
owner must check whether the operating instructions
established by the owner are in line with the respective current
applicable rules and standards, and he must adjust them if
necessary.
The owner must clearly organize and define the
responsibilities for installation and maintenance of the bus bar
system.
The owner must make sure that all personnel involved with the
bus bar system are provided with training at regular intervals,
and informed of the hazards.
The owner must provide staff with the required safety clothing
and equipment, and instruct them on the compulsory wearing
of the required safety equipment.
The owner is responsible for ensuring that the bus bar system
is always in technically perfect working order. The owner must
therefore have the bus bar system checked regularly by
trained specialist staff to make sure it is fully functional and
complete.
Recommendation:
– The owner is advised to carry out a high voltage test after
installation of the bus bar system to rule out the possibility
of
residual risks as a result of improper installation.
– The owner is advised to carry out a thermographic test
after initialization and during commissioning to check for
excessive heat generation.
The owner is also responsible for filling out the check lists (see
Appendix) after installation, and returning it to RITZ Instrument
Transformers GmbH.
If the check lists are not returned to RITZ Instrument
SAFETY
Transformers GmbH, the warranty will be rendered null

and void.
2.5 STAFF REQUIREMENTS WARNING!

Risk of injury due to insufficiently qualified
staff!
If unqualified staff are allowed to perform work on
the bus bar system, or to access the bus bar
system's installation area, there are risks which
may cause serious, or even fatal, injuries and
Therefore, all work must only be carried out by
appropriately qualified staff.
The following qualifications for the various fields of activity are

referred to in these instructions:
Crane operator ………………………….... The crane operator is at least 18 years old, and has the suitable
physical and mental abilities for operating cranes.
The crane operator has been trained, and is qualified to operate
cranes on construction sites.
The crane operator has provided proof to the owner of his
ability to operate cranes on construction sites, and has
subsequently been assigned, in writing, the task of operating
the crane by the owner.
Installation staff ………………………….. Installation staffs are the persons given, by the owner, the task
of assembling and installing the bus bar system. The owner
must make sure the staffs employed are suitable for performing
the installation work.
Installation staff must be able to perform the work assigned to
them, and to recognize and prevent possible hazards
independently as a result of their technical training, knowledge,
and experience, and knowledge of the valid regulations.
Installation staff are qualified if they are familiar with the
construction, assembly, and installation of the bus bar system
and associated hazards. Furthermore, installation staff must
have qualifications and experience in the following basic areas:
 Installation methods (mechanical and electrical)
 Work based on technical drawings and bills of material
 Work in accordance with installation instructions
 Knowledge of accident prevention and safety
regulations
 Knowledge of commissioning methods and
commissioning routines
 Knowledge of first aid
SAFETY
Qualified electrician …………………..… The qualified electrician is capable of carrying out work on
electrical equipment, and identifying and preventing possible
hazards independently due to specialist qualification, skills, and
experience and knowledge of the applicable standards and
regulations.
The qualified electrician has been specifically trained for the
working environment, and is familiar with the relevant standards
and regulations.
Basic requirements …………...………… Staff must only consist of personnel who can be expected to
perform the work reliably. Personnel whose reactions are
affected, e.g. by drugs, alcohol, or medication, are not
permitted.
When selecting staff, the applicable local age limits and specific
professional regulations must be observed.
Unauthorised parties …………...………

WARNING!
Risk of injuries for unauthorised parties due to
hazards in the installation area!
Unauthorised persons, who do not fulfill the
requirements described herein, are not familiar with
the hazards in the installation area. Unauthorised
persons are therefore at risk of serious or fatal
injury.
Therefore, all work must only be carried out by
appropriately qualified staff.
– Keep unauthorised persons away from the
installation area.
– In case of doubt, address the persons and
instruct them to leave the installation area.
– Stop work while unauthorised parties are
in the installation area.
Training …………...………………….……. The owner must provide staff with regular training. For better
record keeping, a training log with the following minimum
content has to be created:
Date of training
Name of the party receiving training
Content of the training
Name of the party providing training
Signatures of the parties receiving and providing training
Personal safety clothing and equipment is used to protect

2.6 PERSONAL SAFETY
personnel from compromised safety and risks to health when
CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT
working.
Staff must wear personal safety clothing and equipment when
performing different tasks upon, and with, the bus bar system.
The individual sections of these instructions make specific
reference to the requirements.
SAFETY
Description of personal safety clothing The following is an explanation of the personal safety
and equipment ………..…………….……. equipment and clothing:
Occupational safety clothing

Protective clothing is close-fitting working
clothes with low tear strength, close-fitting
sleeves, and no protruding parts.
Safety harness
The safety harness is used for protection
when there is a heightened risk of falling.
This is when certain height differences are
exceeded, and the work location is not
safeguarded with a railing.
Put on the safety harness so the safety rope
is connected to the safety harness and a
fixed fastening point. Provide a shock
absorber as necessary.
Safety harnesses must only be used by
specifically trained personnel.
Hearing protection
Hearing protection is used to prevent hearing
damage as a result of noise.
Industrial safety helmet

Industrial safety helmets protect the head
from falling objects, swinging loads and
impacts on fixed objects.
Safety goggles
Safety goggles, or safety glasses, protect the
eyes from projectile parts and sprayed
liquids.
Protective gloves
Protective gloves protect the hands from
friction, abrasions, cuts, or deep wounds,
and from contact with hot surfaces.
SAFETY
Chemical-resistant gloves
Chemical-resistant gloves protect the hands
from aggressive chemicals.
Safety footwear
Safety footwear protects from heavy,
falling objects, and prevents slipping on
slippery surfaces.
2.7 ENVIRONMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION!

PROTECTION Risk to the environment as a result of incorrect
handling of environmentally hazardous
substances!
If environmentally hazardous substances are
handled incorrectly, in particular if they are disposed
of incorrectly, there is a risk of considerable damage
to the environment.
– Always adhere to the instructions below
when handling and disposing of
environmentally hazardous substances.
– If environmentally hazardous substances
are accidentally released into the
environment, take suitable measures
immediately. If in doubt, inform the local
authorities about the incident and ask
about suitable measures.
The following harmful substances are

used:
Highly flammable materials ……………... Acetone and alcohol are highly flammable and must not be
released into the environment. Disposal must be carried out
by a specialist disposal company.
Insulation system ……………………..…... According to current information, the insulation system of the
bus bars does not contain toxic substances. In case of
disposal, the directives and laws valid at the time must be
adhered. Disposal must be carried out by a specialist disposal
company.
Adhesives …………………………………… Adhesives may contain toxic substances. They must not be
released into the environment. Disposal must be carried out
by a specialist disposal company.
SAFETY
Lubricants …………………………………... Adhere to the adhesive manufacturer's material safety data

sheet.
Lubricants, such as grease and oil, contain toxic substances.
They must not be released into the environment. Disposal
must be carried out by a specialist disposal company.
Adhere to the lubricant manufacturer's material safety data
sheet.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
3 TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE

3.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ON
TRANSPORTATION AND
STORAGE
Suspended loads …………………...……… WARNING!

When lifting loads, the loads may swing and fall.
This can cause serious or even fatal injuries.
of suspended loads.
– Use only approved lifting gear and fastening
equipment with sufficient load bearing
capacity.
as rope or belts.
– Do not place lifting gear, such as ropes and
belts, over sharp edges and corners. Do not
knot or twist the lifting gear.
– Before leaving the work station, set the load
down.
Off-centre centre of gravity ……...……… WARNING!

Risk of injury due to off-centre centre of gravity!
Packages may have an off-centre centre of gravity.
If fastened incorrectly, the package may topple and
fall. Falling or toppling packages can cause serious
injuries.
– Adhere to the markings and indications
regarding the centre of gravity on the
packages.
– When using a crane for transportation,
fasten the crane hook so it is positioned
above the centre of gravity of the package.
– Lift the package carefully and observe
whether it topples. If necessary, change the
fastening.
Improper transportation …………..……… NOTICE!

transportation!
Improper transportation can cause packages to fall
or topple over. This can cause considerable material
damage.
– Adhere to the markings and indications
regarding the centre of gravity on the
packages.
– When using a crane for transportation,
fasten the crane hook so it is positioned
above the centre of gravity of the package.
– Lift the package carefully and observe
whether it topples. If necessary, change the
fastening.
Improper storage …………………...……… NOTICE!

storage!
Improper storage can cause considerable material
damage.
– Always adhere to the instructions for
storage as described in chapter 3.8 on page
33.
3.2 SYMBOLS ON THE PACKAGING
Only attach fastening equipment (fastening

chain, lifting belt) to the points marked with
Fasten here …………………………………. this symbol.
The tips of the arrows in the symbol show

the top of the package. It must always face
This way up ……………………………...…. upwards as the content may otherwise
become damaged.
Indicates the centre of gravity of packages.

Adhere to the position of the centre of gravity
Centre of gravity ………………………..…. when lifting and transporting.
Protect packages from moisture and keep

them dry.
Protect from moisture …………………….
Indicates packages with fragile or delicate

content.
Fragile ………………………..………………
Handle the package with care, do not drop
or subject to impacts.
Store packages under indoor conditions.
Store indoor ………………...………………
The bus bars are packaged for transportation to suit their

3.3 TYPE OF DELIVERY
geometry.
The individual components for fastening bars, connection
sleeves, and installation material are packaged for
transportation in wooden crates. For sea freight, they are also
shrink-wrapped in film.
Delivery is made by a freight forwarder.
Immediately upon receipt, check the delivery for transport

3.4 TRANSPORT INSPECTION
damage and to be sure it is complete.
Fill out the check list for storing and opening one transport box
for each transport box, see Appendix G on page 124.
In case of transport damage which is visible externally or
signs of rough handling, proceed as follows:
Refuse delivery or only accept it with reservations.
Make a note of the extent of damage on the delivery
documents, or on the haulier's delivery note.
Inform RITZ Instrument Transformers GmbH and make a
claim.
Make a claim for every flaw as soon as it is

discovered. Claims for damages can only be
asserted within the valid claim periods.
3.5 TRANSPORTATION OF
PACKAGES
Transportation by crane ……………..… Bus bars can be transported directly by a crane under following
conditions:
The crane and lifting gear have the suitable load bearing
capacity for the weight of the bus bars.
The fastening equipment must have the suitable load
bearing capacity for the weight of the bus bars.
The crane operator must be authorised to operate the
crane.
Personnel: Crane Operator

Protective Equipment: Occupational Safety Clothing
 Industrial Safety Helmet
 Protective Gloves
Safety Footwear
The weight of the bus bars is stated on the

respective rating plates. Contact RITZ Instrument
Transformers GmbH if the weight of a bus bar or
any other product can be not determined for some
reason before lifting the product.
1. Fasten ropes, belts, multi-point harness or crossbeams

to suit the installation position.
2. Make sure the bus bar hangs straight. Be aware it may
have an off-centre centre of gravity.
3. Lift the package and begin transportation.
Transportation pallets by fork lift …..... Packages which are fastened to pallets can be transported by
fork lift under the following conditions:
The fork lift must be engineered for the weight of the

packages.
The package must be fastened securely to the pallet.
The fork lift driver must be authorised to operate industrial
trucks with a driver's seat or driver's platform in accordance
with the valid local regulations.
Personnel: Crane Operator

 Protective Gloves
Safety Footwear
1. Drive the fork lift so the forks are inserted between the
slats of the pallet (Fig. 6).
2. Insert the forks so they stick out on the other side.
Fig. 6: Transportation with a fork lift 3. Make sure the pallet cannot topple in case of an off-
centre
4. Lift the pallet with the package and start
transportation.
3.6 PACKAGING
Information on packaging ……………...... The packaging is designed to protect the components from
transport damage, corrosion, and other damage until they
are installed. Therefore you must not destroy the packaging,
and not remove it until shortly before installation.
How to handle packaging materials ….... Dispose of packaging material in accordance with the valid
legal rules and local regulations.
Risk of environmental damage as a result of
incorrect disposal!
Packaging materials are valuable raw materials, and
in many cases can be reused or treated and
recycled. Inappropriate disposal of packaging
materials can harm the environment.
– Dispose of packaging materials in an
environmentally friendly manner.
– Adhere to the local regulations on disposal.
Contract a specialist disposal company as
necessary.
3.7 UNPACKING
Incorrect handling when unpacking …… NOTICE!
Risk of material damage from incorrect
handling!
Incorrect handling when unpacking can cause
damage to individual components.
– Open and remove packaging without using
pointed or sharp objects.
– Unpack with extreme caution. Handle
components with particular caution.
– It is particularly important when handling
fully insulated bus bars for connection to
SF6 systems to ensure the connection
plug is not subjected to mechanical strain.
Do not remove the special packaging until
shortly before installation.
Opening crates …………………………... Personnel: Installation Staff

Industrial Safety Helmet
  Protective Gloves
  Safety Footwear
Special Tool: Suitable tools

(pull bar, wood saw, pliers)
  Cordless screwdriver with Torx bits
1. Adhere to the check list for transport crates that is

attached to each transport box, see appendix G on page 124.
2. Open the transport crates with suitable tools

(partly screwed, partly nailed). In the process, adhere to the
opening points marked on the packaging.
3. Check that the content is complete and undamaged.

If you identify any damaged or missing parts, contact
RITZ Instrument Transformers GmbH immediately.
3.8 STORAGE
Storage …………………...……………….. Store goods under the following conditions:
Do not store outdoors.
Store in a dry place, free of dust.
 Put bus bars into temporary storage on suitable
cushioning (felt, foam, rubber) as necessary. Do not place on
pointed or sharp edges (insulation damage!).
Do not expose to any abrasive media.
It is imperative to protect from sunlight (UV radiation).
Avoid mechanical shocks or impacts.
Make sure the components do not become damaged or
soiled.
Storage temperature:
 -5 °C to 50 °C regarding indoor type systems (type
SIS) and regarding plug-in type bus bars (e.g. bus
bars for connecting to gas insulated switchgears),
other storage temperatures by request
 -25 °C to 50 °C regarding outdoor type systems (type
SISES), other storage temperatures by request
 heat by maximum 2.5 °C per hour
When storing for longer than 6 months, open the
protection foil, renew the drying agent and heat-seal the
protection foil again.
In some cases the packages may feature

instructions on storage which go beyond the
requirements listed here.
Adhere to those instructions accordingly.
Personnel: Installation Staff

3.9 TRANSPORTATION TO THE
Crane Operator
INSTALLATION LOCATION
1. Fasten suitably dimensioned lifting equipment to the

package in accordance with the size of the package. Use a
safety rope as necessary.
2. Before transporting to the installation location, check

the access (doors, stairwell, other obstruction).
3. Take the package to the installation location using

suitable aids (e.g. hoist, fork lift, crane, or lift truck).
4. Have the package transported by more than one

person if the weight of the package requires it.
INSTALLATION
4 INSTALLATION
4.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ON INSTALLATION
Working at the construction site ……
WARNING!
Risk of injury when working in the installation
area!
Carelessness in the installation area on a construction
site can lead to hazardous situations.
– Never begin work on the construction site
without
the permission of the construction site
supervisor.
– Always access construction sites with extreme
caution.
– Wear reflective clothing or a safety vest, as
necessary.
– Adhere to the national occupational safety
measures.
Improper installation / assembly ………

WARNING!
Risk of injury due to improper installation/
assembly!
work can cause serious, or even fatal, injuries and
– Make sure there is sufficient space to work in
before starting work.
– Handle exposed, sharp-edged components
with care.
– Be aware of the dead weight of the
components.
– Keep the work area clean and tidy! Parts or
tools loosely piled or lying about are a
potential source of accidents.
– Install components properly. Adhere to the
stipulated tightening torque values for bolts.
– Secure components so they cannot fall or
topple over.
work, make sure nobody is in the danger area.
INSTALLATION
Use of load bearing and fastening

equipment ………………………………… WARNING!
Risk of injury when using lifting gear!
Improper use of load bearing equipment (ropes,

chains, belts) and fastening equipment (load hooks,
bottom hook block) can cause hazardous situations.
– Before using lifting gear and load bearing
equipment, perform a visual inspection to
check for damage, deformation, and wear. Do
not use damaged parts.
– Use lifting gear and load bearing equipment
with a sufficient load bearing capacity for the
load. Use suitable ropes, chains, and lifting
belts in accordance with the dimensions and
weight of the load being lifted. Do not
overload fastening equipment.
– Use edge protectors or a crossbeam when
lifting sharp-edged loads.
– Position the load hook above the centre of
gravity of the load. During the lifting
procedure, observe whether the fastening
equipment takes hold in the designated
positions, whether the transportation position
remains unchanged when lifting, and make
sure the load does not become caught. In
case of any variation, immediately stop the
lifting process.
– Protect fastening equipment from sharp-
edged parts of loads.
– During the lifting procedure, ensure nobody is
in the falling and swinging range of the load.
– The angle of inclination must never exceed
60°.
– When guiding fastening equipment, always
take hold of it above the load.
– Wear personal safety clothing and equipment
at all times for all work.
INSTALLATION
Working at heights ………………………

WARNING!
Risk of injury from careless work at heights!
Carelessness when working on ladders or lifting
platforms for installation or maintenance work can
cause injuries.
– When carrying out any work on ladders,
make sure the ladder is on a firm and even
surface.
– Adhere to the national regulations for safety
and the prevention of accidents when
performing any work with a scaffold or lifting
platform.
– If necessary, have a second person secure
the ladder.
– Wear a safety harness as necessary.
Suspended loads ………………………

WARNING!
When lifting loads, the loads may swing and fall. This
can cause serious or even fatal injuries.
of suspended loads.
– Use only approved lifting gear and fastening
equipment with sufficient load bearing
capacity.
as rope or belts.
– Do not place lifting gear, such as ropes and
belts, over sharp edges and corners. Do not
knot or twist the lifting gear.
– Before leaving the work station, set the load
down.
INSTALLATION
Improper installation / assembly ……

NOTICE!
installation!
Improperly performed installation and assembly work
can cause considerable material damage.
– Protect connection sleeves and bus bars
from all climatic influences before and during
installation.
– It is imperative to adhere to all the
dimensions specified in the drawings in
order to prevent any insulation damage.
– Install bus bars properly. In the process,
make sure that no components fall or topple
over.
– Adhere to the stipulated tightening torque
values for bolts.
– Never stand on or load connection sleeves
and bus bars in any other way during
installation.
– Install bus bars so that they are free from
mechanical strain.
– Make sure the system is properly earthed.
– Make sure that all installation work is carried
out and completed in accordance with the
specifications and information in these
instructions and the specific project
drawings.
– In case of any doubts or problems during
installation,
always consult RITZ Instrument
Transformers GmbH.
Recommendation:
After installation, perform a high voltage test to ensure
the system is properly insulated.
This does not check that the installation has been per-
formed properly! It is merely a check of the insulation!
The current load capacity is not assessed in this case!
INSTALLATION
Cutting, grinding or welding work ……

NOTICE!
Risk of material damage to the bus bar system
from cutting, grinding or welding work!
Sparks or welding spatter can cause considerable
damage to the insulation of the bus bar system.
– Cutting, grinding (angle grinder) or welding
work must not be performed in the vicinity of
the bus bar system.
– If this kind of work cannot be avoided in the
vicinity of the bus bar system being installed,
suitable safety measures (e.g. covers) must
be provided to protect the bus bar elements.
The following describes which prerequisites must be in place for

4.2 PREREQUISITES FOR
installation of bus bars:
INSTALLATION
– The connection sleeves have been cleaned on the
inside. The same applies for the surface of the bar in
order to ensure the inside of the connection sleeve is
free from dust. To do so, it is recommended to use
acetone.
– Take measures to isolate, and keep components
isolated, from the voltage for the installation work:
o Isolate from the voltage.
o Secure to prevent from being switched back on.
o Make sure parts are no longer live with voltage.
o Earth and short-circuit.
o Cover or section off neighboring parts which
are live with voltage.
– The construction requirements have been checked and
met.
– Installation aids with sufficient load bearing capacity
(crane, lifting gear, etc.) are intact and available.
– The components to be connected are positioned
correctly at the installation location in accordance with
the drawing. Measurements have been made before
installation.
INSTALLATION
Protect connection sleeves and bus bars from climatic

4.3 PROTECTION FROM
influences, such as rain, snow, mist, and other soiling, before
CLIMATIC INFLUENCES
and during installation:
– Before installation, store the connection sleeves and bus

bar elements in a protected, clean, and dry place.
– Cover bus bars and connection sleeves properly.
Fig. 7: Moisture on the bar
If moisture gets inside the connection sleeve or onto the bus

bar elements before installation of the connections sleeve,
remove it as follows:
1. Wipe dry.
2. Temper to temperature of 20 to 50 °C for 24 to 48 h.
Install sleeve after acclimatising to the ambient
temperature of the installation location.
Fig. 8: Soiling inside the connection sleeve In case of improper storage, contact RITZ
Instrument Transformers GmbH immediately.
In the process you must check whether an electrical
follow-up inspection is necessary.
4.4 INSTALLING FIXATION UNITS

Tightening torque values ……………….
See Appendix ( Appendix TORQUE TABLE
on page 109) for tightening torque values for T-bolts
M12.
The tightening torque values for fastening dowels
are indicated on the dowel manufacturer's package
leaflet.
Required tools ……………………………. The following tools are required for installation.
Refer to the tool list in the Appendix ( Appendix TOOL LIST
on page 112) for information.
INSTALLATION
1 Fixation clamp 4 Bracket 7 Bolt 10 Heavy-duty dowel

2 C-profile 5 Conical spring washer 8 Bracket 11 Insulation pipe
3 T-bolt 6 Nut 9 Insulation plate
Fig. 9: Overview of a fixation unit (example)
Performing installation ………..………... Personnel: Installation Staff

Crane Operator

1. Check and measure the spacing at the installation

point against the installation drawings in the
documentation folder.
2. Mark the drilling positions.
3. Drill the holes.
4. Install heavy-duty dowels in the drilled holes.
INSTALLATION
5. Assemble the fixation units for the bus bars using

the materials included in the scope of delivery and the
installation drawings for the specific project in the
The materials include (for example):
– Bracket (Fig. 10/1)
– C-profile (Fig. 10/2)
– Fixation clamps (Fig. 10/3)
– T-bolts, conical spring washers, and nuts (M12)
(Fig. 10/4 and Fig. 9/3, 5 and 6)
Fig. 10: Fixation unit (example) During installation, make sure the T-bolts M12 rest
properly in the C-profile.
6. Fasten the fixation units to the floor, ceiling, or wall

according to the installation drawings.
When installing on reinforced concrete, use insulation

pipes and insulation washers.
7. Secure fixation units to the heavy-duty dowel with

torque. Refer to the dowel package leaflet for torque
values.
8. After securing with torque, usa a continuity tester to

check the bolted connetions against the installation
drawing in the documentation folder.
9. Mark the bolted connection with a continuous line

which is visible on the bolt head and washer (Fig. 11).
Bolted connections with a marking mean that they

have been secured with the respective torque.
Fig. 11: Marking (example)
10. Align the fixation units.
11. Check the distances of the fixation units and of

the fixation clamps again.
INSTALLATION
Example of installation of an insulated The following components are required (Fig. 12):
bracket ……………………………………... – Bracket
– Dowel
– Fix anchor
– T-bolt and nut
– Conical spring washer
– Insulation pipe and insulation plate
To install the bracket on concrete, the pre-installed

nuts and washer of the heavy-duty dowel are not
used. They are replaced with a nut and a conical
Fig. 12: Overview of the individual parts spring washer. In addition, an insulation pipe is used
and the aluminium bracket is equipped with an
insulation plate. This ensures that no conductive
connection is created between the fixation unit and
the building.
Personnel: Installation staff
Protective Equipment: Occupational safety clothing

Hearing protection
Industrial safety helmet
  Protective gloves
  Safety footwear
When installing insulated brackets in conjunction with heavy-duty

dowels (fix anchors), proceed as follows:
1. Refer to the manual of the dowel’s manufacturer for

the correct drill, drill depth and thread overhang
accordingly.
2. Use nut and conical spring washer for the anchor

according to the project documentation. Do not use the
nut and washer originally packed to the anchor from the
anchor manufacturer.
INSTALLATION
3. Fit the insulation plate (Fig. 13/2) underneath the

bracket (Fig. 13/1).
4. Install the bracket (Fig. 13/1) with the insulation pipe

(Fig. 13/3), conical spring washer (Fig. 13/4) and nut (Fig.
13/5) as per the respective installation drawing.
Fig. 13: Installing the bracket
The insulation pipe is made of brittle material.

Therefore, if necessary, the bolted connection
between the bracket and the C-profile may need to
be loosened so that the insulation pipe can be
centered tension-free. In the process, the system
has to be secured to prevent it from sagging, using
ratchet slings (for example).
Fig. 14: Bracket installed
5. Tighten the nuts with the respective stipulated

torque as per the information on the packaging or the
package leaflet.
Fig. 15: Tightening the nuts
6. Check that the insulation is intact with a continuity

test (Fehler! Verweisquelle konnte nicht gefunden w
erden.).
Fig. 16: Carrying out an insulation test
INSTALLATION
7. Mark the checked bolted connections with a red

paint pen to indicate they have been completed (Fehler! V
erweisquelle konnte nicht gefunden werden.).
Fig. 17: Marking the bolted connection
4.5 INSTALLING BUS BARS
4.5.1 SPACING BETWEEN BAR

ELEMENTS
Correct Spacing ………………………
Fig. 18: Spacing between bars 80 mm or 100 mm, depending on

the specific order, tolerance ± 20 mm
In order to make a perfect connection between the

bars possible, the flat terminals must be aligned on
both axis.
The spacing between bars has to be 80 mm or
100 mm, depending on the specific order. The exact
spacing is stated in the specific order documents.
RITZ Instrument Transformers GmbH allows a
maximum tolerance of ± 20 mm (Fig. 18) for the above
specified dimensions.
Deviations within the tolerance of these dimensions
have to be documented in the assembly drawing.
Deviations outside of the tolerance are not permitted!
INSTALLATION
Prohibited Spacing Dimensions ………

NOTICE!
Risk of Material Damage from Incorrect Spacing of
Bus Bars!
Improper installation and incorrect spacing of individual
fixation units can lead to resonant vibrations at certain
intervals within a bus bar due to their natural frequency.
The bus bars may be subjected to very heavy
mechanical stress, and in extreme cases the insulation
may become damaged.
– It is imperative to adhere to the spacing
dimensions between the individual sliding
bearings (Bg), fixed bearings (Bf), and the
fixation units as shown in the installation
drawing.
– If the spacing dimensions cannot be adhered to
for reasons related to the performance of the
installation
or building interferences, any change must be
coordinated with RITZ Instrument Transformers
GmbH beforehand, and noted in the drawings.
4.5.2 TIGHTENING TORQUE

Adhere to the tightening torque values as per
VALUES Appendix B for stainless steel bolts and nuts.
NOTICE!
Conical spring washers, as per DIN 6796, must not
be re-used after being removed!

4.5.3 FASTENING BUS BAR
ELEMENTS
1. Install bus bar elements in the fixation units in

accordance with the installation drawings.
2. In the process, make sure they are positioned
correctly to each other and with the correct spacing
(see chapter 4.5.1 ‘SPACING BETWEEN BAR
ELEMENTS’ on page 45).
3. Lay an earthing bar or earthing cable parallel to
the bus bar system.
INSTALLATION

4.5.4 SETTING FIXED BEARINGS
When setting the fixed bearings, adhere to the

corresponding drawing in the documentation folder.
Fixed bearings are marked in the drawing as “Bf”.
Fasten fixed bearings, which are marked "Bf" in

the installation drawing, with a sufficient quantity of
rubber washers between the upper and lower section of
the fixation clamp. When installing, select the
appropriate number of washers so the bar is pressed in
the fixation clamp without being able to slip. Adhere to
the correct torque!
4.5.5 SETTING SLIDING BEARINGS When setting the floating bearings, adhere to the
corresponding drawing in the documentation folder.
Floating bearings are marked in the drawing as "Bg".
Set sliding bearings, which are marked "Bg" in

the installation drawing, so the bus bar can slide axially
in the fixation clamp without play. Adhere to the correct
torque!
4.6 PREPARING THE EARTHING

CABLES
Parts of the following chapters describe the earthing of

the system using earthing cables. This chapter
describes the preparation process of these cables.
The process is the same for both earthing cables 50

mm² and 16 mm². Adhere to the project
documentation which type in which case has to be
used. The required tools and components may differ
in dependency of the earthing cable type 50 mm² or
16 mm².
INSTALLATION
Required tools and components ……… The following tools are required for installation:
 Hot air gun
 Cable stripper
 Side cutter
 Crimping tool for cable lugs
The following components are required:

 Earthing cable
 Cable lug
 Shrinking sleeve for earthing cable
Fig. 19: Overview of the individual parts
Preparing one earthing cable ……….. Personnel: Installation staff

 Safety footwear
1. Cut the earthing cable to the desired length using

the side cutter.
2. Strip the cable at one end of the cable using the

cable stripper (see Fig. 20).
Fig. 20: Stripping the cable at one end
3. Put the stripped cable into the cable lug. Make

sure to use the full length of the cable lug and that the
distance between the insulation of the cable and the
cable lug is 3 mm +/- 1 mm (see Fig. 21).
Fig. 21: Aligning the stripped cable and the

cable lug
INSTALLATION
4. Crimp the cable lug to the stripped cable using the

crimping tool for cable lugs. Crimp one cable lug 2 to 3
times. Rotate the cable after each crimp in manner that
the angle is different to the crimp before, see Fig. 27
and Fig. 28.
Fig. 22: Crimping the cable lug to the

stripped cable
Fig. 23: Crimping the cable lug to the

stripped cable
5. Shrink the shrinking sleeve for the earthing cable

using a hot air gun over the cable lug like shown in Fig.
29.
Fig. 24: Cable lug covered by shrinking

sleeve
6. Repeat steps 2 to 5 for the other end of the cable.
INSTALLATION
4.7 INSTALLING CONNECTION

SLEEVES
Installation information …………………

All the dimensions specified in the drawings must be
adhered to prevent insulation damage. Vertical
connection sleeves must be supported by an insulated
bracket. If the dimensions from drawings cannot be
adhered, the procedure must be discussed with RITZ
Instrument Transformers GmbH with regard to
possible deviations, before installing the connection
sleeves. Changes must be documented.
Before closing the connection sleeves, the bus bar

system must be correctly aligned.
4.7.1 INSTALLING INDOOR Fill out the check list for indoor connection sleeves for
CONNECTION SLEEVES each indoor connection sleeve, see Appendix H on
page 129.
4.7.1.1 PREPARING INDOOR

CONNECTION SLEEVES
4.7.1.1.1 PREPARATION ON BOTH

SIDES
Required tools and components ……… The following tools are required for installation:
 Spanner 13 mm
 Torque spanner (calibrated) socket insert 13 mm

 Flanges
 O-ring
 Bolts and washers
 Flat seal (rubber seal)
Preparing the flange connections …….

The flanges with O-ring and seal have to be placed on
the bus bar before installation of the connection
sleeve.
INSTALLATION

 Safety footwear
1. Place on each bar one side of the flange (Fig.

26/1) (bevel facing the connection), the O-ring (Fig.
26/3), the other side of the flange (Fig. 26/4) (bevel
facing away from the connection towards the O-ring)
and the seal (Fig. 26/2).
Fig. 26: Preparing the indoor connection

sleeve
Fig. 27: Thread for earthing
1 Drilled hole with thread

2 Drilled hole without thread The aluminium rings each have two drilled holes for
the earthing, one of which is threaded.
2. Make sure the flanges are positioned correctly to

one another so a drilled hole with thread (outside
flange, away from the connection sleeve (Fig. 28/2))
and a drilled hole without thread (inside flange, next to
the connection sleeve (Fig. 28/1)) are positioned one
above the other on each (Fig. 27).
INSTALLATION
3. Position the threads as the desired earthing

conductor requires it (possible in 60° steps) (Fig. 27).
4. When positioning, make sure that the large

bevels on the inner radius of the flanges (Fig. 28/1 and
2) each face the O-ring (Fig. 28/3)
The connection sleeve will be secured and sealed off

later by squeezing the O-ring (Fig. 28/3) by a defined
amount.
Fig. 28: Preparing the indoor connection

sleeve

4.7.1.1.2 PREPARING THE
CONNECTION SLEEVE
  Safety goggles
Materials:  Acetone
Lint-free rag or paper towel
NOTICE!
Risk of Material Damage due to Improper
Cleaning!
Dust or metal particles in the connection sleeves can
cause flashovers. This can compromise safe operation
of the overall system.
The lettering on the rating plates is not resistant to sol-

vents. Contact with acetone or similar substances can
cause the lettering to smear.
– Clean all components properly before

installation.
– Do not clean the rating plates on the
connection sleeve with acetone or similar
substances. Only use a lint-free rag for
cleaning the rating plates.
INSTALLATION
1. Use acetone and a lint-free rag to thoroughly

clean the inside of the connection sleeve (Fig. 29).
Fig. 29: Cleaning the insides of the

connection sleeve

clean the outside of the connection sleeve, especially
the area of the seal (Fig. 29).
3. Enter the serial number of the connection sleeve

and of the bus bars in the general drawing.
4. Clean the bus bar segments onto which the

connection sleeve is pushed.
Fig. 30: Cleaning sealing surfaces
5. Place the sealing rings on the connection sleeve

on both sides, aligning the holes in the ring over the
thread holes on the ends of the connection sleeves,
and secure them with adhesive tape or super glue (Fig.
31).
6. Slide the connection sleeve onto the bar,

positioning the connection sleeve so there is sufficient
space for installation of the flexible connectors (Fig.
32).
Fig. 31: Seal glued
7. If necessary, remove the parts of the fixation

system. In this case, remove a bearing as seen in Fig.
32.
If the bar does not remain exactly in position as a

result of its dead weight, it must be secured with
suitable measures until the bearing can be re-
attached after the installation of the flexible
Fig. 32: Connection sleeves on bar connectors and the closing of the connection sleeve.
This can best be achieved by securing with ratchet
slings or affixing/supporting with an installation strut.
INSTALLATION
4.7.1.2 ESTABLISHING THE

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
4.7.1.2.1 INSTALLING FLEXIBLE

CONNECTORS AND
CONTACT SPRINGS:
ALUMINIUM-COPPER
Preparation ………………………………..
The connection sleeves must be cleaned on the
inside before installation. The same applies for the
surface of the bar in order to ensure the inside
of the connection sleeve is free from dust. Use
acetone and a lint-free rag.
The following describes how flexible connectors, bolts,

nuts, washers, conical spring washers, and contact
springs are installed. The contact springs must be
installed on the flexible connectors underneath the
conical spring washers. For Al-Cu connections,
contact grease compound filled Al elast contact discs
must be installed between the flexible connector and
the bus bar flange connection. The required tools and
material are shown in the following.
INSTALLATION
Required tools and components ………
Fig. 33: Overview of material and tools
The following tools are required for installation:

 Spanner, 19 mm width across flats, also 18 mm as necessary
 Spanner, 17 mm width across flats, also 16 mm as necessary
 Spanner, 13 mm width across flats
 Socket spanner with nut, 19 mm width across flats, also 18 mm
as necessary
 Torque spanner (calibrated)
 Grinding sponge or grinding fleece (3M, red)
The following consumables are required for installation:

 Acetone and a lint-free rag
 "Gleitmo 815" high-performance grease paste
 PFISTERER contact grease compound P1
Preparing the flange connections ......... Personnel: Installation staff

Safety goggles
Materials:  Grinding sponge or grinding fleece

Lint-free rag
1. Remove the transport securing device from the

flange connections (Fig. 34).
2. Remove the transport securing device from the

bus bar (Fig. 34).
INSTALLATION
Do not use a knife when removing the transport

securing device.
3. Carefully wipe off transport grease from the flange

connections with a lint-free rag.
Fig. 34: Removing the transport securing

device
4. Clean the surface of flange connections with a

grinding sponge or grinding fleece (Fig. 35).
5. Remove residue from grinding and dust with

6. Make a note of the serial numbers and enter

Fig. 35: Cleaning the flange connections them into the general drawing.
The serial numbers of the bars are engraved on the

flange connections.
7. Clean all connection surfaces thoroughly with

INSTALLATION
Fig. 36: Brushing the flange connections with contact grease compound
8. Using a clean brush, brush the connection’s

contact surfaces evenly with a thin layer of PFISTERER
contact grease compound P1 (Fig. 36). Alternatively to
the clean brush, fingers covered by protective gloves
can be used. Make sure the entire contact surface is
covered.
The contact grease compound must not be used as

mechanical grease.
INSTALLATION
Preparing the flexible connectors …… Personnel: Installation staff

Safety goggles
Cleaning …………………………………...
1. Clean the contact areas of the flexible connectors
with a grinding fleece, and remove any dust with
acetone and a lint-free rag (Fig. 37).
2. Clean the rest of the flexible connectors with a

lint-free rag.
Fig. 37: Cleaning flexible connectors
Applying contact grease compound ….

3. Apply a small amount layer of PFISTERER
contact grease compound P1 to the contact areas (Fig.
38).
Fig. 38: Applying contact grease compound
4. Use a clean brush to spread the contact grease

compound to form a thin, even layer (Fig. 39). Make
sure all contact surfaces, top and bottom, on both
sides, are covered.
Fig. 39: Spreading the contact grease

compound
INSTALLATION
Preparing the Al elast contact discs …

Al elast contact discs must only be used once! Once
they have been compressed (via tightening of the
bolts) if for some reason the bolted connection is
released or removed, the old, previously compressed
Al elast contact discs must be replaced with new ones
that have been properly filled with PFISTERER
contact grease compound P1.

Safety Goggles
Fig. 40: Al elast contact discs, filled on both sides
Fill the Al elast contact discs with contact

grease compound on both sides (Fig. 40).
In the process, make sure no dirt gets onto the surface

and that the applied contact grease compound
remains free from air pockets and imperfections. The
hollow spaces must be completely filled after
installation in order to ensure that the system remains
maintenance-free.
Fig. 41: Examples of improper preparation of the Al elast contact

discs
INSTALLATION
Installing the flexible connectors ……...

To connect the bus bars (Fig. 42/3 and 7), two flexible
connectors (Fig. 42/4) at the top and bottom are
installed using bolted connections (Fig. 42/2).
A bolted connection (Fig. 42/6) is used to fit two
contact springs (Fig. 42/5), at the top and bottom, to
the contact tube of the connection sleeve (Fig. 42/1).
Fig. 42: Connection sleeve (example)
Preparing the bolts ………………………

1. Push the washers onto the bolts.
2. Insert the bolts through the drilled hole in the

flexible connector (Fig. 43/1).
In the process, make sure the hole for the contact

springs (Fig. 42/5) remains free.
Installing the Al elast contact discs …..

3. Fasten the Al elast contact discs to the underside
of the flexible connectors (Fig. 43/2).
Fig. 43: Flexible connector with Al elast

contact disc
4. In the process, fit the Al elast contact discs

alternately to the flexible connectors (Fig. 44).
The center of one side of the Al elast contact disc is a

peak, while the opposite side is a valley. To place
them alternately, simply apply the contacts such that
they alternate peaks and valleys. This distributes
Fig. 44: Position of the Al elast contact contact and pressure more evenly.
discs
INSTALLATION
5. Check that the Al elast contact discs are in the

correct position (Fig. 45).
Fig. 45: Flexible connector (example

view)
1 Bolt Fig. 46: Flexible connector and connections for the bus bars
2 Washer
3 Al elast contact disc
4 Flexible connector
6. In this example: Insert two flexible connectors with

the bolts through the drilled holes in the flange
connections of the bus bars from above (Fig. 46).
For this example, make sure one hole, towards the

center of the flexible connector, on the side of the
connector from which the contact tube will be pushed,
remains empty for the contact springs (Fig. 46), and is
similar on both flexible connectors.
The number of flexible connectors needed is indicated
in the drawings specific to the respective project. The
normal procedure of installing the flexible connectors
is to assemble one side of the connector(s), complete
with bolts, washers, Al elast contact discs (as needed),
and contact springs with associated hardware, and
then to insert onto the flange connections of the bus
bar, with the contact spring mounted on the side of the
flexible contacts from which the contact sleeve will be
slid (this will be made clear later). However, for the
purpose of emphasizing the proper installation of the
contact springs and associated hardware, the contact
springs have been highlighted separately in these
instructions.
Be aware that at the end every hole, including the hole
which is left empty in the step showing in Fig. 46, has
an Al elast contact disc and associated hardware
assembled.
7. Prepare the flexible connectors for the other side

(underside of the bolted connection) with Al elast
contact discs (see steps 3 and 4).
INSTALLATION
Preparing the contact springs …………

8. Clean the contact spring's contact areas with a
grinding fleece (Fig. 47).
Fig. 47: Cleaning the contact springs‘

contact areas
9. Clean the contact springs with acetone and a lint-

free rag (Fig. 48).
Fig. 48: Cleaning the contact springs‘

contact areas
10. Apply and brush on a thin, even layer of contact

grease compound to all contact areas on the contact
springs, but not on the curved tip of the contact spring
(the part of the spring that will make contact with the
contact tube within the connection sleeve (Fig. 49).
Fig. 49: Contact areas protected by a thin

layer of contact grease
Preparing the bolted connection ……
Fig. 50: Inserting the conical spring washer for the contact spring
1 Conical spring washer correctly installed

2 Conical spring washer incorrectly installed (up side down)
11. Insert the bolts with conical spring washers

through the contact spring, with the conical spring
washers properly installed (Fig. 50).
INSTALLATION
For the conical spring washer to properly transfer the

pressure onto the bolted component, the domed side
of the washer must always face the bolt head or nut,
with the concave side of the washer towards the
object(s) being fastened (Fig. 50 – page 62).
Installing the contact springs ……………

12. Position the contact springs over the flexible
connectors, with the tip on the opposite side from the
connection sleeve (Fig. 52/1), as if the contact spring
is an arrow pointing in the direction the connection
sleeve will be moved to cover the bus bar connection.
With properly filled Al elast contact discs between the
flexible connector and the bus bar flange (alternating
peaks and valleys on the contact discs), insert the
bolt/conical spring washer/contact springs through the
flexible connector, Al elast contact discs, and bus bar
flange.
The contact springs must always be installed on the

side from which the connection sleeve is pushed on.
In the example shown in (Fig. 51), the connection
sleeve is positioned on the left, thus both contact
springs are mounted on the left side of the flexible
connectors. It is not possible to push against the
contact springs, as would be the situation in the
Fig. 51: Positioning the contact springs figure on the right.
Installing the flexible connectors from the

13. From the other side of the bus bar flange, push
other side …………………………………….
properly filled Al elast contact discs onto the bolts
(alternating peaks and valleys on the contact discs),
followed by the other flexible connector (Fig. 52/2),
onto the bolts. Clean any excess PFISTERER contact
grease compound P1 that may be on the bolt threads
from passing through the Al elast contact discs.
14. Apply (with a clean brush) a thin layer of

Gleitmo 815 grease to all of the bolt threads. (Fig.
Fig. 52: Greasing or brushing the threads 52/red marking).
15. Slide the second contact spring onto the proper

bolts (Fig. 52/3) parallel to the first contact spring (Fig.
52/1).
16. Slide the conical spring washers over the

threads of the bolts through the contact springs
(dome towards the nut, concave towards the contact
springs) and the other appropriate washers over the
remaining bolts.
When viewed from the side, the one side will be a

near mirror image of the other.
INSTALLATION
17. Screw the nuts onto the bolts.
18. Using a socket spanner and spanner, gently

tighten the bolts and nuts, taking up the slack (will be
tighten to specified torque later).
4.7.1.2.2 INSTALLING FLEXIBLE The connection sleeves must always be cleaned on

the inside before installation. The same applies for
CONNECTORS AND the surface of the bar to ensure the inside of the
CONTACT SPRINGS: connection sleeve is free from dust. Use acetone
COPPER-COPPER and a lint-free rag.
Preparation ………………………………….
The following describes how flexible connectors,
bolts, nuts, washers, conical spring washers, and
contact springs are installed. The contact springs
must be installed on the flexible connectors
underneath the conical spring washers. For the
copper-to-copper connection, the Al elast contact
discs are not used. The required tools and material
are shown in the following.
Required Tools and Material ……………
Fig. 53: Overview of the individual components
The following tools are required for installation:

 Spanner, 19 mm width across flats, also 18 mm as
necessary
 Spanner, 17 mm width across flats, also 16 mm as
necessary
 Spanner, 13 mm width across flats
 Socket spanner with nut, 19 mm width across flats, also
18 mm as necessary
 Torque spanner (calibrated)
 Grinding sponge or grinding fleece (3M, red)
The following consumables are required for installation:

 Acetone and a lint-free rag
 "Gleitmo 815" high-performance grease paste
 PFISTERER contact grease compound P1
INSTALLATION
Installation …………………………………
To connect the bus bars (Fig. 54/3 and 7), two
flexible connectors (Fig. 54/4) at the top and bottom
are installed using bolted connections (Fig. 54/2). A
bolted connection (Fig. 54/6) is used to fit two
contact springs (Fig. 54/5), at the top and bottom, to
the contact tube (Fig. 54/1).
Fig. 54: Connection sleeve (example)
Preparation …………………………………. Personnel: Installation Staff

Safety Goggles
1. Prepare the flange connections

’Preparing the flange connections’ in chapter
4.7.1.2.1 on page 54
2. Prepare the flexible connectors

’Preparing the flexible connectors’ in chapter
4.7.1.2.1 on page 54
Preparing the bolts ……………………… 3. Push the conical spring washers onto the bolts.

object(s) being fastened.
4. Insert the bolts through the drilled hole in the

flexible connector.
For this example, make sure one hole, towards the

center of the flexible connector, on the side of the
connector from which the contact tube will be
pushed, remains empty for the contact springs (Fig.
46 – page 61), and is similar on both flexible
connectors.
INSTALLATION
5. Insert two flexible connectors with the bolts

through the holes on the flange connections of the bus
bars from one side.
6. From the other side of the bus bar flange, push the
remaining flexible connectors onto the bolts.
7. Apply (with a clean brush) a thin layer of Gleitmo
815 grease to all of the bolt threads.
Fig. 55: Bolted connection for the copper-copper connection
8. Install the washers and nuts onto the bolts (Fig.

55) (do not tighten).
Preparing the contact springs …………. 9. Clean the contact spring’s contact areas with a
grinding fleece (Fig. 56).
Fig. 56: Grinding the contact springs
10. Clean the contact springs with acetone and a lint

free rag (Fig. 57).
Fig. 57: Cleaning the contact springs
INSTALLATION
11. Apply and brush on a thin, even layer of contact

grease compound to all contact areas on the contact
springs, but not on the curved tip of the contact spring
(the part of the spring that will make contact with the
contact tube within the connection sleeve (Fig. 58).
Fig. 58: Contact areas protected by a thin

layer of contact grease
Preparing the bolted connection ……
Fig. 59: Inserting the conical spring washer
1 Conical spring washer correctly installed

2 Conical spring washer incorrectly installed (up side
down)
12. Insert the bolts with conical spring washers into

the drilled holes on the flexible connector. In the
process, make sure that the conical spring washers are
properly in place (Fig. 59).

object(s) being fastened (Fig. 59).
Installing the contact springs ………...
Fig. 60: Positioning the contact springs
The contact springs must always be installed on the

side from which the connection sleeve is pushed on. In
the example shown in (Fig. 60),the connection sleeve
is positioned on the right, thus both contact springs are
mounted on the right side of the flexible connectors. It
is not possible to push against the contact springs, as
would be the situation in the figure on the right.
INSTALLATION
13. Position the contact springs over the flexible

connectors, with the tip on the opposite side from the
connection sleeve, as if the contact spring is an arrow
pointing in the direction the connection sleeve will be
moved to cover the bus bar connection (Fig. 60). Insert
the bolt/conical spring washer/contact springs through
the flexible connector and the bus bar flange. From the
opposite side of the bus bar flange, push the remaining
flexible connectors onto the bolts.
14. Apply (with a clean brush) a thin layer of Gleitmo

815 grease to all of the bolt threads.
15. Slide the opposite side contact spring onto the

proper bolts, parallel to the first contact spring.
16. Slide the conical spring washers over the threads

of the bolts through the contact springs (dome towards
the nut, concave towards the contact springs), and the
other appropriate washers over the remaining bolts.
When viewed from the side, the one side will be a

near mirror image of the other.
17. Screw the nuts onto the bolts.
18. Using a socket spanner and spanner, gently

tighten the bolts and nuts, taking up the slack (Fig. 61)
(will tighten to specified torque later).
Fig. 61: Copper-copper connection
4.7.1.2.3 INSTALLING FLEXIBLE Additionally to the major connection types Al-Cu and
CONNECTORS AND Cu-Cu, which were described in the two previous
CONTACT SPRINGS: chapters, there a more connections that are summed
up in this chapter.
OTHERS
INSTALLATION
Plated surfaces …………………………..

Plated surfaces like silver-plated surfaces must not be
grinded. Use them as they are. Except for this,
connections using flexible connectors with plated
surfaces are installed like Cu-Cu connections as
described in chapter 4.7.1.2.2 on page 64.
Aluminium / Aluminium .........………….

Al-Al connections are installed like Cu-Cu connections
as described in chapter 4.7.1.2.2 on page 64 except
that the Al connection surfaces must be grinded using
a steel brush instead of a grinding fleece.

4.7.1.2.4 TIGHTENING THE
TORQUING
Fig. 62: Tightening the bolted connections with torque
… Tighten the bolted connections to the proper torque per

the table in Appendix B (Fig. 62).
INSTALLATION

4.7.1.2.5 MARKING THE BOLTED
CONNECTIONS
Special Tool: Red Paint Pen
1. Immediately following applying the proper torque

to the bolted connection.
2. Use a paint pen mark the bolts by drawing a

continuous line across the entire set of hardware (end
of bolt, exposed bolt threads, top and face of the nut,
top and side of the washer, and onto the flexible
connector) (Fig. 63).
Fig. 63: Marking the bolted connections
1. Verify all bolted connections have been properly

torqued by checking for the markings (Fig. 64).
The marking can be used to check for a later

disconnection.
Fig. 64: Checking the marking

4.7.1.2.6 CLEANING THE
CONTROLLED SYSTEMS
  Safety Goggles  
Materials: Acetone
  Lint-free rag
The controlled systems on the bus bars are red in

colour. Contamination, in particular grease, on the
controlled systems, can cause surface flashover.
Therefore, the controlled systems must be cleaned.
INSTALLATION
… Clean the controlled systems with acetone

and a lint-free rag (Fig. 65).
Fig. 65: Cleaning the controlled systems
INSTALLATION
4.7.1.3 CLOSING INDOOR

CONNECTION SLEEVES

4.7.1.3.1 ALIGNING THE
CONNECTION SLEEVE
PIPE   Protective Gloves
   Safety Footwear
When aligning the connection sleeve, adhere to the

dimensions in the connection sleeve drawing.
Once the connection sleeve is at height of the contact

springs, it is only allowed to move the connection
along (axially to) the bus bars and must not be turned
along their own axes. If this is desired, e. g. to turn the
rating plate into a visually better position, the
connection sleeve must be first moved away from the
contact springs along the bus bars to be able to turn
the connection sleeve.
1. Clean the bus bar elements in the area of the

connection sleeve before moving it to prevent
contaminants (dirt, debris) from getting inside the
connection sleeve.
2. Move the connection sleeve to its final position.

The middle of the connection sleeve must be
positioned exactly over the middle of the flexible
Fig. 66: Positioning connectors (Fig. 66).
3. Visually verify both contact springs make

contact with the contact tube on the interior of the
connection sleeve (Fig. 67).
Fig. 67: Contacted spring
INSTALLATION

4.7.1.3.2 SCREWING THE SEALING
FLANGE IN PLACE
Fig. 68: Thread for earthing
The aluminium flange rings each have two holes for

the earthing, one of which is threaded.
1. Position the flanges relative to each other such

that an unthreaded hole on one flange lines up with the
threaded hole on the other flange (Fig. 68).
2. Push the inner aluminium ring onto the aligned

connection sleeve on both sides.
3. Carefully push the O-ring into the bevel without

shifting the connection sleeve.
4. Put on the outer ring with the bolts and conical spring
washers, and finger-tighten in an alternating sequence,
applying equal pressure on the flange, compressing
the O-ring evenly (Fig. 69).
Fig. 69: Sealing flange open
5. Tighten all bolted connections evenly. See

Appendix B for tightening torque.
6. Mark the bolted connections (Fig. 70).
Fig. 70: Sealing flange screwed in place

and marked
INSTALLATION
4.7.1.3.3 EARTHING THE INDOOR

CONNECTION SLEEVE
Performing Earthing …………………….

WARNING!
Risk of Injury and Material Damage from
Improper Procedure when Installing!
If the connection sleeve is trodden on during

installation, this can cause material damage. This, in
turn, can cause damage during operation, which can
lead to injuries and even death.
Never stand or tread on the connection sleeve
during installation.

1. Attach the earthing as per the installation

drawing (Fig. 71).
2. Tighten the earthing with a bolted connection

M10 (Fig. 71). See Appendix B for tightening torque.
3. Check whether the connection is friction locked.
4. Mark the checked bolted earthing connection

Fig. 71: Earthing on the flange (Fig. 71).
INSTALLATION
4.7.2 INSTALLING OUTDOOR Fill out the check list for outdoor connection sleeves
CONNECTION SLEEVES for each outdoor connection sleeve, see Appendix I
on page 130.
4.7.2.1 PREPARING OUTDOOR

CONNECTION SLEEVES
Introduction ……………………………..... Different ring seal units can be used for outdoor connection
sleeves, depending on the dimensions of the outer stainless
steel protection. However, do not forget that installation must be
performed exactly in accordance with the bill of material and
project specific drawings.
All the dimensions specified in the drawings must be adhered to
prevent insulation damage. Vertical connection sleeves must be
supported by an insulated bracket. If the dimensions from
drawings cannot be adhered, the procedure must be discussed
with RITZ Instrument Transformers GmbH with regard to
possible deviations, before installing the connection sleeves.
Changes must be documented.

BELLOWS
Introduction ……………………………..... If bellows are installed for a bus bar system, they must be
adapted to the respective bus bar diameter. To achieve the
required seal later, you must work precisely and carefully.
A corresponding drawing is included with the delivery of each
bellows.
A sharp knife and protective gloves are required (Fig. 72) to
prevent injuries.
Fig. 72: Tools
INSTALLATION
Adapting the bellows …………………… Personnel: Installation Staff

Special Tool: Knife
The raised numbers on the outside of the bellows

indicate the inner diameter of the respective step.
1. The raised numbers on the outside of the

bellows indicate the inner diameter of the respective
step.
Fig. 73: Bellows
2. Cut off the bellows approximately 5 mm short of

the required size (Fig. 74).
Fig. 74: Cutting the bellows to size
3. Remove protruding parts of the bellows (Fig.

75).
Fig. 75: Bellows with protruding part
INSTALLATION
4. From the inside of the bellows, use the knife to

cut the bellows to size with a clean cut (Fig. 76).
Fig. 76: Bellows (inside view)
 The result is a flat sealing surface that is free of

burrs (Fig. 77).
Fig. 77: Sealing surface
5. Check that the contour of the cut is perfect (Fig.

78).
Fig. 78: Checking the contour
  If the contour of the bellows has been selected

correctly, the bellows can be installed.
Fig. 79: Bellows fully insulated (example)
INSTALLATION
4.7.2.1.2 PREPARATION ON BOTH

SIDES
Installing the ring seal unit …………….. The following tools are required for installation:
 Spanner 13 mm
 Gleitmo 815 high-performance grease paste

 Washers
 Sealing ring
 Bolts and nuts

Two ring seal units are required for each outdoor

connection sleeve.
1. Assemble the ring seal unit as per the

installation drawing. In the process, grease the bolts
with Gleitmo 815.
When assembling, make sure the bolt for the earthing
is positioned opposite the nuts (Fig. 81/1).
2. Tighten the nuts so the sealing ring does not

become deformed.
Fig. 81: Ring seal unit assembled
INSTALLATION
Preparing the seal ……………………….. Personnel: Installation staff

1. Clean the bus bar element onto which the

components for installation are pushed.
2. On both sides, push on a small hose clamp,

bellows, two large hose clamps and a pre-assembled
ring seal unit onto the bar (Fig. 82).
Fig. 82: Seal parts for the outdoor

connection sleeve
Fig. 82 and Fig. 83 show the left-hand side of the

outdoor connection sleeve. In this case, the nuts are
on the left and the earthing on the right so that the
earthing for the ring seal unit is subsequently situated
on the inside of the connection sleeve pipe and the
ring seal unit can be secured by tightening the nuts,
which compresses and expands the rubber of the ring
seal unit.
3. Mark the final position of the ring seal unit on the

bar by marking half the length of the connection sleeve
from the middle of the connection (Fig. 83).
4. Prepare the components on the other side in a

mirror image of the sequence.
Fig. 83: Position of the ring seal unit
INSTALLATION
Personnel:  Installation staff

CONNECTION SLEEVE
Protective Equipment:  Occupational safety clothing
PIPE    Protective gloves
   Safety footwear
Materials:  Acetone
   Lint-free rag or paper towel
NOTICE!
Risk of Material Damage due to Improper
Cleaning!
Dust or metal particles in the connection sleeves can
cause flashovers. This can compromise safe operation
of the overall system.
– Clean all components properly before installation.
Principally, the outdoor connection sleeve only differs

from the indoor connection sleeve in that it has an
additional stainless steel pipe and the associated
additional earthing (Fig. 85/1).

clean the inside of the connection sleeve pipe (Fig. 84).

clean the outside of the connection sleeve, especially
the sealing surfaces.
Fig. 84: Inside view of connection sleeve

pipe
INSTALLATION
3. As later there will be insufficient space, before

pushing the connection sleeve onto the bus bar, install
the earthing cable inside of the connection sleeve per
the installation drawing (Fig. 85/1).
It is imperative to install the earthing cables before the

connection sleeve is pushed onto the bar!
Fig. 85: Inside connection sleeve pipe The 50 mm² earthing cable inside of the sleeve is only
earthing necessary when earthing of the bus bar via earthing
nut applies (to check this see Appendix E on page
114). The two ring seal units are always earthed
using 16 mm² earthing cables.
4. Position the pressure compensation elements in

the highest possible position (see also detailed drawing
in the documentation folder).
Fig. 86: Pressure compensation element
There are two pressure compensation elements (Fig.

86/1) installed on each outdoor connection sleeve.
They serve to prevent the formation of condensate
inside the connection sleeve.
5. Secure the bar in its position if elements of the

fixation system are to be removed (Fig. 87).
6. The serial number of the connection sleeve must

be entered in the general drawing.
Fig. 87: Securing with belt
The electrical connection inside the outdoor connection sleeve is

4.7.2.2 ESTABLISHING THE
established in the same way as for the indoor connection sleeve
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
( Chapter 4.7.1.2 ‘Establishing the electrical connection’ on
page 54).
INSTALLATION
Personnel:  Installation Staff

4.7.2.3 ALIGNING THE
CONNECTION SLEEVE PIPE
Protective Equipment:  Occupational Safety Clothing
   Protective Gloves
   Safety Footwear
When aligning the connection sleeve pipe, adhere to

the dimensions in the connection sleeve drawing.
Once the connection sleeve is at height of the contact

springs, it is only allowed to move the connection
along (axially to) the bus bars and must not be turned
along their own axes. If this is desired, e. g. to turn the
rating plate into a visually better position, the
connection sleeve must be first moved away from the
contact springs along the bus bars to be able to turn
the connection sleeve.
1. Clean the bus bar elements in the area of the

connection sleeve before moving it to prevent
contaminants (dirt, debris) from getting inside the
connection sleeve.
2. Move the connection sleeve pipe to its final

position.
Fig. 88: Positioning the connection sleeve

pipe
The middle of the connection sleeve must be

positioned exactly over the middle of the flexible
connectors (Fig. 88).
3. Visually verify both contact springs make

contact with the contact tube on the interior of the
connection sleeve (Fig. 89).
Fig. 89: Spring contacted
INSTALLATION

4.7.2.4 EARTHING THE OUTDOOR
CONNECTION SLEEVE
   Safety Goggles
1. Implement the earthing in the outdoor

connection sleeve as per the installation drawing in the
documentation folder (Fig. 90).
Fig. 90: Earthing conductor inside
It is imperative to install the earthing cable before the

The 50 mm² earthing cable inside of the sleeve is only

necessary when earthing of the bus bar via earthing
nut applies (to check this see Appendix E on page
114).The two ring seal units are always earthed using
16 mm² earthing cables.
2. Tighten the ring seal unit earthing (Fig. 91). See

Appendix B for tightening torque.
Fig. 91: Earthing on the ring seal unit
INSTALLATION
3. Tighten the bus bar earthing (Fig. 92). See

Appendix B for tightening torque. Perform this step only
when earthing of the bus bar via earthing nut applies
(to check this see Appendix E on page 114).
Fig. 92: Earthing on the bus bar
4. Mark the bolted connections with a red paint pen

(Fig. 93).
It is imperative to install the earthing cable before the

Fig. 93: Earthing marked

4.7.2.5 CLOSING THE CONNECTION
SLEEVE AND BELLOWS ON
BOTH SIDES    Safety Goggles
1. After connecting the inner earthing on the bar

(Fig. 94/2; only when earthing of the bus bar via
earthing nut applies, to check this see Appendix E on
page 114), push the connection sleeve into its final
position.
2. Push the ring seal units (Fig. 94/3) into the
connection sleeve pipe. In the process, the outer
stainless steel ring must rest on the pipe.
3. Hold the connection sleeve in position at the
same time by suspending or supporting it in order
Fig. 94: Ring seal unit open to prevent it from dropping and deforming the
contact springs.
4. Position the connection sleeve so the pressure
compensation elements (Fig. 94/1) are in the highest
possible position.
INSTALLATION
5. Tighten the nuts (Fig. 95).
Tightening the self-locking nuts compresses the

sealing ring against the bar and the connection sleeve
pipe, and establishes a sealed connection. It is
impossible to specify an authoritative tightening
torque value. However, in the process you must make
sure the middle axis of the bar and connection sleeve
are identical. This is the case if the width of the visible
sealing ring around the bus bar is consistent.
Fig. 95: Ring seal unit clamped and marked
6. Mark the bolts with a red paint pen (Fig. 96).
Fig. 96: Marking
7. Put on the plastic caps. This will prevent the

protruding thread of the mushroom head bolts from
damaging the bellows (Fig. 97).
Fig. 97: Protective caps
8. Pull the bellows over the connection sleeve pipe

and secure with the hose clamps (Fig. 98).
One small hose clamp encloses the bellows on the

bus bar; two hose clamps on the connection sleeve
pipe. The locks on the two large hose clamps on the
connection sleeve pipe must be positioned offset to
ensure a leak-tight seal (Fig. 94).
The pressure compensation elements also must be
positioned as high as possible.
Fig. 98: Hose clamps
INSTALLATION
9. Connect and tighten the connection sleeve pipe

to the earthing as per the connection sleeve drawing
(Fig. 99). See Appendix B for tightening torque.
10. Mark the bolts (Fig. 99).
11. Make sure the connection is friction locked.
Fig. 99: Earthing the connection sleeve

pipe
4.8 SETTING UP ELECTRICAL

CONNECTIONS ON
SWITCHGEARS OR
TRANSFORMERS
4.8.1 BUS CONNECTION The flange connections are drilled or not drilled in
accordance with the agreement with the customer.
The non-drilled connections must be drilled at the
construction site during installation.
Aluminium conductors achieve a good contact
between the connection surfaces if the non-
conductive oxide layer is removed, crossways, with a
clean, fine wire brush or "Scotch Brite" immediately
before bolting in place, and the oxidation is prevented
from returning with a thin layer of contact grease
(neutral petroleum jelly).
4.8.2 INSTALLATION WITH AL In addition to the installation instructions from

PFISTERER, adhere to the installation drawing in the
ELAST CONTACT DISCS documentation folder.
Al elast contact discs must not be re-used after being

removed.
The contact grease compound is not suitable for
greasing bolts. For greasing bolts, use high-
performance grease compound "gleitmo 815".

INSTALLATION
1. Clean and lightly roughen the connection

surfaces.
2. Brush the connection surfaces with a thin layer
on contact grease compound.
3. Brush the Al elast contact discs with a thick layer
of contact grease compound PFISTERER P1 so the
hollow spaces are filled after installation.
4. Push the Al elast contact discs between the
connection surfaces onto the bolt shaft.
5. Brush the bolts with a thin layer of gleitmo 815.
6. Push the washers onto the bolt shaft.
For force transmission, use stain steel washers with

an outer diameter of 36 mm which are 4 mm thick.
Split lock washers must not be used.
7. Install the bolted connections as per the

installation drawing.
8. Tighten the bolted connection with a torque
spanner. When doing so, adhere to the tightening
torque values in Appendix B.
9. Mark the checked bolts with a red paint pen.
4.8.3 INSTALLATION WITH Also adhere to the installation drawing in the

CONICAL SPRING WASHER documentation folder.
The contact grease compound is not suitable for

greasing bolts. For greasing bolts, use high-
performance grease compound "gleitmo 815".

1. Clean and lightly roughen the connection

surfaces.
2. Brush the connection surfaces with a thin layer
on contact grease compound.
The connection surfaces are bolted directly to one

another (e. g. copper on copper or aluminium on
aluminium).
INSTALLATION
3. Brush the bolts with a thin layer of gleitmo 815.

4. Push the conical spring washers onto the bolt
shaft.
For force transmission, use stainless steel conical

spring washers according to DIN 6796.Split lock
washers must not be used.
5. Install the bolted connections as per the

installation drawing.
6. Tighten the bolted connection with a torque
spanner. When doing so, adhere to the tightening
torque values in Appendix B.
7. Mark the checked bolts with a red paint pen.
4.9 EARTHING THE BUS BAR

SYSTEM
Improper Earthing …………………...…

DANGER!
Risk of fatal injury from incorrectly installed
earthing!
Errors when installing the earthing can cause serious
or even fatal injuries and considerable material
damage. The forming of loops within the earthing can
cause induction voltage within the earthing system. If
the bus bar system earthing is incomplete, the bus bar
system will be destroyed.
– Only allow trained installation staff to carry out
earthing work.
– Only connect the earthing as per the earthing
diagram in the documentation folder.
Earthing cables …….……….……………

The earthing is done using earthing cables.
See chapter 4.6 on page 47 for preparing these
cables.
Different earthing connections ………..

There are different earthing connection types at the
bus bars. If earthing of the bus bars via earthing nut
applies (to check this see Appendix E on page 114)
perform earthing as described in chapter 4.9.1 on
page 89, otherwise proceed with chapter 4.9.2 on
page 91.
INSTALLATION
4.9.1 WHEN EARTHING VIA

EARTHING NUT APPLIES
Parallel Earthing …………………………. Personnel:  Installation Staff

The earthing is stipulated in the respective earthing

diagram. However, the earthing ultimately has to be
laid to adapt the local conditions.
1. Implement the earthing as per the earthing

diagram from the general drawings in the
The red protective bolt (Fig. 100/1) which is installed

as a transport securing device in the earthing bolt
connection on the bus bar must not be removed until
shortly before installation of the earthing connection
on the bus bars. The bolt is only used as a transport
securing device and must not be used to bolt the
earthing connections in place.
2. Remove the protective bolt from the earthing

(Fig. 100/1).
Fig. 100: Protective bolt for the bus bar
earthing connection point during shipping
3. Earth the bus bar fixation as per the earthing

diagram.
4. Earth indoor bus bars outside the connection
sleeves (see also Chapter 4.7.1.3.3 EARTHING
THE INDOOR CONNECTION SLEEVE on page 74).
5. Earth outdoor bus bars inside the outdoor
connection sleeve or inside protective cabinets (see
also Chapter 4.7.2.4 EARTHING THE OUTDOOR
CONNECTION SLEEVE on page 83).
6. Make sure that the accessories (flanges,
protective cabinets etc.) are earthed in accordance with
the earthing diagram.
INSTALLATION
7. Tighten bolt connections for the earthing on the

bus bars and / or attachment parts. When doing so,
adhere to the tightening torque values in Appendix B.
8. Check the bolt connections for earthing to make
sure they are firmly locked, and mark them with a red
paint pen to indicate they have been tightened with
torque (Fig. 101/1).
Fig. 101: Marking the earthing
Individual Earthing ………………………. Personnel:  Installation Staff

The earthing is stipulated in the earthing diagram. The

drawings in the documentation folder show a basic
illustration of the earthing options.
The red protective bolt (Fig. 102/1) which is installed

as a transport securing device in the earthing bolt
connection on the bus bar must not be removed until
shortly before installation of the earthing connection
on the bus bars. The bolt is only used as a transport
securing device and must not be used to bolt the
earthing connections in place.
1. Remove the protective bolt from the earthing

Fig. 102: Protective bolt for the bus bar (Fig. 102/1).
earthing connection point during shipping 2. Earth each part individually with the material
included with the delivery.
In this case, the earthing surface on all bus bar

elements is only provided in one position with a
threaded bushing.
Indoor bus bars have to be earthed outside the

connection sleeves; outdoor bus bars have to be
earthed inside the outdoor connection sleeves or
inside protective cabinets.
INSTALLATION
3. Make sure that every part (also every

connection sleeve flange, every support assembly, wall
plate and connection box) is earthed.
4. Tighten bolt connections for the earthing on the
bus bars and / or attachment parts (Fig. 103/1). When
doing so, adhere to the tightening torque values in
Appendix B.
Fig. 103: Marking the earthing sure they are firmly locked, and mark them to indicate
they have been tightened with torque (Fig. 103/1).
6. After installation, check the earthing once more
(visual inspection).
4.9.2 WHEN EARTHING VIA

EARTHING NUT DOES NOT
APPLY
4.9.2.1 REGARDING INDOOR BUS

BAR SYSTEMS



diagram.
3. Earth indoor connection sleeves as described in
the chapter 4.7.1.3.3 EARTHING THE INDOOR
CONNECTION SLEEVE on page 74.
INSTALLATION
5. Position the support clamp including the

cushioning according to the project documentation and
tight it, see Fig. 104.
Fig. 104: Positioning the support clamp for

the earthing connection
6. Tighten the earthing connection of the bus bar

and all necessary earthing cables to the support clamp
using the correct torque (see Appendix B on page 109
for the torque list). Mark the connection that it was
tightened with torque, see Fig. 105.
torque, see Fig. 105.
Fig. 105: Marking the earthing connection

to the bus bar that it was tightened with the
correct torque


… Earth each part individually with the material

included with the delivery. The rest of the earthing
process is as described under ‘Parallel Earthing’ within
this chapter.
INSTALLATION
4.9.2.2 REGARDING OUTDOOR BUS

BAR SYSTEMS



diagram.
3. Earth outdoor connections sleeves as described
in the chapter 4.7.2.4 EARTHING THE OUTDOOR
CONNECTION SLEEVE on page 83.
5. Position the earthing clamp including according

to the project documentation and tight it, see Fig. 106.
Fig. 106: Positioning the earthing clamp
6. Tighten all necessary earthing cables to the

earthing clamp using the correct torque (see Appendix
B on page 109 for the torque list), see Fig. 107.
Fig. 107: Connected outdoor earthing

clamp
INSTALLATION

torque.


… Earth each part individually with the material

included with the delivery. The rest of the earthing
process is as described under ‘Parallel Earthing’ within
this chapter.
4.10 FINAL INSPECTION

4.10.1 VISUAL INSPECTION AND
FILLING OUT THE CHECK
Protective Equipment:  Safety Goggles
LISTS    Protective Gloves
1. Once installation of the entire bus bar system has been

completed, perform a visual inspection. In the process,
the following is particularly important:
 Damage to the bus bar surface?
 All earthing connections are correct (individual
earthing  or parallel earthing)
 Torque marking
 Checking the bus bar system against the check list
 Attach rating plates where they are visible!
2. Fill out all check lists which are the check list for
inspecting one bus bar system for each system (see
Appendix F on page 115), the check lists for each
transport box (see Appendix G on page 124), the check
lists for each indoor connection sleeve (see Appendix H
on page 129) and the check lists for each outdoor
connection sleeve (see Appendix I on page 130).
INSTALLATION
3. Confirm the inspection has been completed with

a signature and return all check lists to RITZ Instrument
Transformers GmbH.
RITZ Instrument Transformers GmbH reserves the

right to cancel all warranty cover if the completed and
signed check list is not returned.
4.10.2 PERFORMING A HIGH-

VOLTAGE TEST
4.10.2.1 ROUTINE TEST AS PER IEC The SIS bus bars comply with the international IEC
60137 standard "Insulated bushings for alternating
60137 voltages above 1000 V ".
This test is performed at the Ritz factory for all bus bar
elements and connection sleeves.
Personnel:  Qualified Electrician

The following routine tests are performed as per IEC 60137:
1. Measurement of dielectric dissipation factor (tan

δ) and capacitance at ambient temperature
2. Power-frequency withstand voltage test for one
minute
3. Partial discharge measurement of the bus bar
4. Measurement of dielectric dissipation factor (tan
δ) and capacitance
5. If a second power-frequency withstand voltage
test is applied, note that the test voltage must not
exceed a maximum of 85 %
INSTALLATION
If an AC power frequency voltage test is performed,

make sure a high performance test transformer is
available due to the high capacity of the bars.
The capacities of the individual bars are shown in the
routine test reports. The required transformer power
can be calculated accordingly. The required
transformer power can be significantly decreased by
performing a very low frequency (0.1 Hz) test instead
of a power frequency test. It is recommended to
perform a high-voltage test as per the valid standard.
Because it is a repeated test, only perform this test at
85 % of the standard AC power frequency test voltage.

4.10.2.2 PERFORMING AN AC OR
VLF VOLTAGE TEST
Special Tools:  Test devices

 Barrier!
Duration of AC test: 1 minute at rated frequency (50 or

60 Hz)
Duration of VLF* test: ≤ 15 min. at 0.1 Hz

*VLF = very low frequency
Perform AC voltage test as per the valid standard.

Test voltages see Appendix C on page 111.

4.10.2.3 PERFORMING A DC
VOLTAGE TEST
Special Tools:  Test devices

 Barrier!
Duration of DC test: ≤ 15 min.
INSTALLATION

4.10.3 ATTACHING THE RATING
PLATES
Protective Equipment:  Protective Gloves
Every bus bar is fitted with a rail or the rating plate is

included loose with the delivery.
On completion of installation, glue the rating plate to the

bus bar in a visible position.
MAINTENANCE
5 MAINTENANCE
5.1 ONSHORE In general the SIS Bus Bar System is maintenance

free.
Only if the grading distance at open, not covered bus

bar ends (red parts of the bus bars) is heavy coated
with dust, a cleaning with soap water, alcohol or spirit
are recommended. The interval is depending of the
ambient conditions.
Other maintenance work is not necessary for the SIS

Bus Bar System.
If monitoring of the bus bar system is desired,

connections can be tested on different temperature
rise compared to the other phases using an infrared
camera.
If connections are opened due to any reason, please

refer to the SIS Installation Instructions for correct
torques.
Attention: Generally, do not torque Pfisterer Al elast

contact discs and screw connections twice!

5.2 OFFSHORE
Special Tools:  Water injection
Additionally to the under 5.1 described procedure, we

recommend cleaning the pressure release valves at all
outdoor connection sleeves when using an outdoor
system under a salted air atmosphere. This procedure
should be carried out every five years minimum.
MAINTENANCE
Clean the two opposite openings of the two pressure

release valves of every outdoor connection sleeve using a water
injection with water containing salt equal or less than drinking
water like shown in Fig. 108 and Fig. 109.
Fig. 108: Cleaning a pressure release valve
Clean the two opposite openings of the two pressure

release valves of every outdoor connection sleeve using a water
injection with water containing salt equal or less than drinking
water like shown in Fig. 108 and Fig. 109.
Fig. 109: Cleaning a pressure release valve
The water flow of the water injection should be min.

1 ml/sec and max. 3 ml/sec when using an injection
with an inner diameter of the die of 1 mm.
When using injections with smaller or bigger inner
diameters of the die, the limits for the water flow are
changing accordingly, e. g. when using injections with
an inner diameter of the die of 2 mm the limits
increase to min. 2 ml/sec and max. 6 ml/sec.
MAINTENANCE
Personnel:  Installation stuff

5.3 AFTER A SHUTDOWN OF 3
MONTHS OR MORE
After a shutdown of the bus bar system of 3 months or

more, it is highly recommended to check the
connection sleeves for penetration of moisture, water
or dirt.
To perform this check for indoor connection sleeves

(SIS), release the sealing flange on one side and
Fig. 110: Pressure compensation element reassemble it after checking. Please note the
that can be removed for checking an information contained in chapter 4.7.1 on page 50.
outdoor connection sleeve using an
endoscope There are two options to perform this check for
outdoor connection sleeves (SISES).
First option is to remove the pressure compensation
element (highlighted red in Fig. 110) and to perform
the check by means of an endoscope. Reassemble
the pressure compensation element after the check.
Second option is to release the bellow and the ring-
seal unit on one side of the sleeve and to reassemble
it after checking. Please not the information contained
in chapter 4.7.2 on page 75.
Optionally, the insulation resistance can be measured

including measuring the absorption index of the
connection sleeves. Caution: Electrical tests have to
be conducted by electrically qualified persons.
If any moisture, water or dirt is found in one or more

connection sleeves during these checks, please
document these by photos and contact Ritz Instrument
Transformers GmbH.
6 DISASSEMBLY AND
DISPOSAL
6.1 SAFETY FOR
DISASSEMBLING AND
DISPOSAL
Electrical Current …...………………….
DANGER!
Risk of fatal injury from electrical current!
Bus bars may be live with potentially fatal voltages.
– Before starting disassembly, switch off the
electrical power supply to the bus bars.
– Only allow trained installation staff to perform any
work.
– When performing work on bus bars, implement
measures in the working position so it is and
remains isolated from the voltage.
Follow the five safety rules:
1. Isolate from the voltage.
2. Secure to prevent from being switched back on.
3. Make sure parts are no longer live with voltage.
4. Earth and short-circuit.
5. Cover or section off neighbouring parts which
are live with voltage.
Improper Disassembly ………………

WARNING!
Risk of injury from improper disassembly!
Stored residual energy, sharp-edged components,
points and corners on bus bar systems or the tools
required, can cause injuries.
– Before starting work, make sure there is sufficient
space.
– Handle exposed, sharp-edged components with
care.
– Keep the work area clean and tidy. Parts or tools
loosely piled or lying about are a potential source
of accidents.
– Remove the components properly. Remember
some components may be very heavy. Perform
disassembly work, working, at least, as a pair. Use
lifting gear as necessary.
– Secure components so they cannot fall or topple
over.
– In case of any doubt, consult RITZ Instrument
Transformers GmbH.
DISASSEMBLY AND DISPOSAL
Before starting disassembly work:

6.2 DISASSEMBLY
Disconnect the bus bar system from the voltage supply.
Disassemble bus bars properly.
Clean the subassemblies and components properly and

dismantle them in line with the local regulations for occupational
health, safety and environmental protection.
Recycle dismantled components:

6.3 DISPOSAL
Scrap metals.
Recycle plastic elements.
Sort other components by material properties and dispose of
them separately.
of environmental damage as a result of incorrect
disposal!
Incorrect disposal can cause environmental hazards.
– Have electric waste and electronics components

disposed of by approved specialist companies.
– In case of any doubt on environmentally friendly
disposal, contact the local community authority or
specialist disposal company for information.
TECHNICAL DATA
7 TECHNICAL DATA Refer to the order documents for the technical data of
the bus bar system.
INDEX
8 INDEX
A F
AC high-voltage test ..............................................96 Final Inspection
Al elast contact disc.........................................59, 87 Check lists ......................................................... 94
Assembly drawing ................................................... 8 Performing a high-voltage test ... see High-voltage
Auxiliary tools ......................................................113 test
Visual inspection ............................................... 94
B Fixation unit ........................................................... 42
Bearings Fixed bearings ...................................................... 47
Fixed ....................................... see Fixed bearings Flange connections ............................................... 55
Sliding ................................... see Sliding bearings Flexible connector ..................... 7, 53, 58, 60, 64, 68
Bellows
Installing .............................................................86 H
Preparing ...........................................................75 Hand-held tools ................................................... 113
Bill of material .......................................................... 8 High-voltage test
Bus Connection .....................................................86 AC...................................see AC high-voltage test
DC ................................. see DC high-voltage test
C VLF ............................... see VLF high-voltage test
Check list for one bus bar system .......................115
Check list for one transport box ....................29, 124 I
Conical spring washer ...........................................88 Improper earthing.................................................. 88
Connection sleeve Individual earthing ..................................... 90, 92, 94
Indoor ......................see Indoor connection sleeve Indoor connection sleeve
Outdoor ................ see Outdoor connection sleeve Check list ................................................... 50, 129
Construction ............................................................ 7 Earthing ............................................................. 74
Contact spring .............................................7, 60, 72 Installing ............................................................ 50
Contact tube ............................................................ 7 Short description ................................................. 7
Copyright ................................................................. 3 Installation drawing ................................................. 9
Customer Service .................................................... 3 Intended purpose .................................................. 13
D M
DC high-voltage test ..............................................96 Maintenance ......................................................... 98
Delivery .............................................................9, 29 Marking ................................................................. 70
Disassembly ........................................................102 Means of labour .................................................... 10
Disposal ...............................................................102 Measuring tools ................................................... 112
Misuse ................................................................... 13
E
Earthing O
Bus bar system ..................................................88 Other applicable documents ................................... 9
Improper ............................ see Improper earthing Outdoor connection sleeve
Individual ... see Individual earthing, see Individual Check list ................................................... 75, 130
earthing, see Individual earthing Earthing ............................................................. 83
Indoor connection sleeve ... see Indoor connection Installing ............................................................ 75
sleeve Short description ................................................. 7
Outdoor connection sleeve ................ see Outdoor Owner.................................................................... 20
connection sleeve
Parallel ............. see Parallel earthing, see Parallel P
earthing, see Parallel earthing Packaging ....................................................... 28, 31
Electrical tools .....................................................112 Packing list .............................................................. 9
Environmental Protection Parallel earthing ........................................ 89, 91, 93
Adhesives ..........................................................25 Personal safety clothing and equipment ............... 23
Highly flammable materials ...............................25 Plated Surfaces ..................................................... 69
Insulation system ...............................................25 Pressure compensation element .......................... 81
Lubricants ..........................................................26 Proper use ............................................................ 12
INDEX
R System of bills of material ..................................... 10

Rating plate .....................................................10, 97
Ring seal unit .....................................................7, 78 T
Technical Data .................................................... 103
S Tools
Safety Auxiliary .................................... see Auxiliary tools
Arc fault ..............................................................17 Electrical .................................. see Electrical tools
Clothing and equipement ....... see Personal safety Hand-held .............................. see Hand-held tools
clothing and equipment List ............................................................. 40, 112
Electrical current ................................................17 Measurement ........................see Measuring tools
Handling acetone ...............................................18 Torque
Handling lubricants ............................................18 Spanner ..................................................... 10, 113
Improper earthing .............. see Improper earthing Values ....................................................... 10, 109
Improper installation / assembly ........................14 Training ................................................................. 22
Suspended loads ...............................................16 Transport Inspection ............................................. 29
Use of load bearing and fastening equipment ...15 Transportation
Scope of Delivery .................................................... 9 by crane ............................................................. 30
Service .................................................................... 3 by fork lift ........................................................... 30
Short Description ..................................................... 7 to the installation location .................................. 34
Sliding bearings .....................................................47
Staff .......................................................................22 U
Storage ..................................................................33 Unpacking ............................................................. 32
Subassembly drawing ............................................. 9
Symbols V
in these instructions ...........................................11 VLF high-voltage test ............................................ 96
on the packaging ...............................................28
APPENDIX
APPENDIX
APPENDIX
TABLE OF CONTENTS OF THE APPENDIX
A DRAWINGS .................................................................................................................................... 108
B TORQUE TABLE ........................................................................................................................... 109
C TEST VOLTAGES .......................................................................................................................... 111
D TOOL LIST ..................................................................................................................................... 112
E CHECKING WHETHER EARTHING VIA EARTHING NUT APPLIES.......................................... 114
F CHECK LIST FOR INSPECTING INSTALLATION OF ONE SIS BUS BAR SYSTEM – EXAMPLE
115
G CHECK LIST FOR STORAGE AND OPENING OF A TRANSPORT BOX – EXAMPLE............. 124
H CHECK LIST FOR ONE INDOOR CONNECTION SLEEVE – EXAMPLE ................................... 129
I CHECK LIST FOR ONE OUTDOOR CONNECTION SLEEVE – EXAMPLE ............................... 130
APPENDIX
A DRAWINGS
See installation drawings specific to the respective

project which are included in the scope of delivery.
APPENDIX
B TORQUE TABLE
Mechanical connections …… Thread MA [Nm]

M8 16
M10 30
M12 60
M14 100
M16 120
M20 420
Fixation Clamps MA [Nm]

See order documentation
Heavy-Duty Dowel MA [Nm]

See packaging or packaging leaflet
Lindapter Beam Clamp MA [Nm]

M12 80
T-bolt MA [Nm]
M12 60
Sealing Flange MA [Nm]

M8 16
Electrical connections ……… All electrical connections MA [Nm]

except for earthing
M10 43
M12 75
M14 100
M16 120
M20 275
APPENDIX
Electrical connections ……… Earthing (except for earthing MA [Nm]

nut*)
M8 16
M10 30
Earthing – earthing nut* MA [Nm]

M10 20
*See Appendix E on page 114 to check whether earthing via earthing nut applies or not.
APPENDIX
C TEST VOLTAGES
Power-frequency withstand or Highest voltage for equipment VLF test voltage
VLF test voltage ……............... Um / kV (RMS values) Upr / kV (RMS values)
Specifications are based on IEC 3.6 8.5
60071-1 7.2 17
50/60 Hz: Duration: 1 min. 12 23.8
0.1 Hz: Duration ≤ 15 min. 17.5 32.3
24 42.5
36 59.5
40.5 72.3
52 80.6
72.5 119
Highest voltage for equipment DC test voltage

DC test voltage ……………...
Um / kV (RMS values) Upr / kV
Specifications are based on IEC 3.6 12
60502-2 7.2 24
Duration ≤ 15 min. 12 33.7
17.5 45.7
24 60.1
36 84.1
40.5 102
52 114
72.5 168
APPENDIX
D TOOL LIST
Measuring tools .. No Designation Comment
1 Folding rule
2 Tape measure
3 Water levels
4 Laser measuring device + cross-hair
laser
5 Carpenter’s pencils
6 Markers + colored pens
7 Paint pen, red (for marking)
8 Chalk line
9 Plump bob
10 Fastening bracket
11 Continuity tester
Electrical tools … No Designation Comment
1 Hammer drill
a. Drill for stone / concrete Ø 6, 8, 10, 12, 14
………..
2 Drill
a. Drill bit set for steel
3 Angle grinder Various grains
a. Cutting discs, grinding disc
….… Steel, aluminium, wood, stainless
4 Jigsaw, alternatively cordless saw steel
a. Saw blades
…………..……......... Assortment including Torx
5 Industrial vacuum cleaner

6 Cordless screwdriver with bits
…………..
7 Cable drum / extension
8 Hot air gun
9 Work lamps
APPENDIX
Hand-held tools …. No Designation Comment
1 Open-end spanner ……………………… 6-27 mm width across flats

2 Ratchet ring spanner ……………………. 13-17-19 mm width across flats
3 Socket set ………………………………... Ratched box
4 Hexagonal offset screwdriver ………….. Hex key
5 Torque spanner (0-50 Nm / 50-200 Nm) Calibrated!
6 Socket inserts (nuts) ……………………. min. 13-17-19-24
7 Hacksaw with blades for metal
8 Files for metal (aluminium)
9 Crimping tool for cable lugs ……………. For wire 50 mm² + 16 mm²
10 Side cutter ……………………………….. For wire 50 mm² + 16 mm²
11 Cable stripper ……………………………. For wire 50 mm² + 16 mm²
12 Vice, mobile
13 Screw clamps
14 Pipe cutter for plastic …………………… PVC reinforced pipe
15 Plastic hammer
16 Rubber hammer
17 Steel hammer
18 Mallet
19 Screwdriver set
20 Cross-head screwdriver set
Auxiliary tools …… No Designation Comment
1 Pulley or chain hoist …………………… min. up to 500 kg

2 Slings
3 Ratchet Slings …………………………... Various sizes
4 Work and assembly bench
5 Grinding sponge or fleece
6 Steel brush
7 Installation ladders
8 Cleaning agent …………………………... Acetone or similar
9 Lint-free cloths
10 Paper towels
11 Bucket
12 Broom and dust pan
13 Refuse bags
14 PE hose or similar ………………………. Protection from soiling
15 Cable ties
16 Barrier tape
17 Protective gloves
18 Scaffolds and means of transport to suit
specific project
APPENDIX
E CHECKING WHETHER EARTHING VIA EARTHING NUT APPLIES
When the earthing via earthing nut applies, every bus

bar features one M10 thread directly applied to the
bus bar like shown in Fig. 111 and Fig. 112.
Fig. 111: unearthed earthing nut at a bus

bar
Fig. 112: earthed earthing nut at a bus bar
APPENDIX
F CHECK LIST FOR INSPECTING INSTALLATION OF ONE SIS BUS BAR SYSTEM
– EXAMPLE
The project check list is included with the documents

specific to the respective project.
CHECK LIST FOR INSPECTING INSTALLATION OF ONE SIS BUS
BAR SYSTEM – EXAMPLE
CHECK LIST FOR STORAGE AND OPENING OF A TRANSPORT
BOX – EXAMPLE
G CHECK LIST FOR STORAGE AND OPENING OF A TRANSPORT BOX –

EXAMPLE
A transport box check list is attached to every

transport box.
BOX – EXAMPLE
BOX – EXAMPLE
BOX – EXAMPLE
BOX – EXAMPLE
CHECK LIST FOR ONE INDOOR CONNECTION SLEEVE –
EXAMPLE
H CHECK LIST FOR ONE INDOOR CONNECTION SLEEVE – EXAMPLE
A check list for an indoor connection sleeve is

attached to the project documentation. Make a copy at
site of this check list for each indoor connection
sleeve.
CHECK LIST FOR ONE OUTDOOR CONNECTION SLEEVE –
EXAMPLE
I CHECK LIST FOR ONE OUTDOOR CONNECTION SLEEVE – EXAMPLE
A check list for an outdoor connection sleeve is

attached to the project documentation. Make a copy at
site of this check list for each outdoor connection
sleeve.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

SIS BUS BAR SYSTEMS

GERMANY HAMBURG • WIRGES • KIRCHAICH • DRESDEN

RITZ Instrument Transformers GmbH

Telephone: +49 9549 89-0

Fax: +49 9549 89-11

Checked by: Wolfgang Wessing

Approved by: Stefan Waldheuser

Ritz documentation designation: A2MS001EN

Supersedes RITZ document SA8520-001

© RITZ Instrument Transformers GmbH 2015 - 2020

COPYRIGHT The local occupational health and safety regulations

CUSTOMER SERVICE ( KIRCHAICH SITE ) Telephone number: +49 9549 89-0

1 THE SIS BUS BAR SYSTEM............................................................................................................. 7

3 TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE ............................................................................................ 27

6 DISASSEMBLY AND DISPOSAL ................................................................................................. 101

7 TECHNICAL DATA ........................................................................................................................ 103

8 INDEX ............................................................................................................................................. 104

APPENDIX ........................................................................................................................................................ 106

1 THE SIS BUS BAR SYSTEM

Indoor connection sleeves (Fig. 2) are closed with an

Bus bars are installed on floors, ceilings or walls on a fixation

In addition to these instructions, the following supplementary

If special constructions, such as wall penetrations,

Assigning the material ……………..…

Fig. 5: System of bills of material

After tightening the bolted connections, they have to

1.6 RATING PLATE A rating plate is attached to each bus bar.

Safety instructions ………………………

Tips and recommendations ……………

Proper use also includes adhering to all the information and

2.3 RESIDUAL RISKS

2.3.1 BASIC HAZARDS WHEN

Working in the construction site ………..

Improper installation / assembly ……….

Use of load bearing and fastening WARNING!

Working at heights ………………………. WARNING!

Suspended loads …………………...……. WARNING!

2.3.2 ELECTRICITY HAZARDS DANGER!

2.3.3 HAZARDS FROM SUBSTANCES

Handling acetone ………………………... WARNING!

2.3.4 RISK OF MATERIAL DAMAGE

The current load capacity is not assessed in this case!

Prohibited spacing dimensions …....… NOTICE!

Cutting, grinding or welding work …...... NOTICE!

2.4 RESPONSIBILITY OF THE

In particular the following applies:

Transformers GmbH, the warranty will be rendered null

2.5 STAFF REQUIREMENTS WARNING!

The following qualifications for the various fields of activity are

Unauthorised parties …………...………

Personal safety clothing and equipment is used to protect

Occupational safety clothing

Industrial safety helmet

2.7 ENVIRONMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION!

The following harmful substances are

Lubricants …………………………………... Adhere to the adhesive manufacturer's material safety data

3 TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE