0940DB0101

September 2001
Data Bulletin Cedar Rapids, IA, USA

Ground-Censor® Ground-Fault
Protection System Field Test
Procedure
Type GA
Class 940

09403009
GA Sensor

Motor Control Circuit

or Shunt Trip of
Circuit Interrupter

N
Ø
Ø
Ø
Window Area
for Conductors

GA Relay GA Test Panel

Ground-Censor® Ground-Fault Protection System Field Test Procedure Bulletin No. 0940DB0101
Data Bulletin September 2001

DESCRIPTION Paragraph 230-95(c) of the National Electrical Code requires that all ground-
fault protection systems shall be performance tested when first installed.
Paragraph 230-95(a) requires that the maximum setting of equipment ground-
fault protection shall be 1200 amperes and the maximum time delay shall be
one second for ground-fault current equal to or greater than 3000 amperes.
The Square D Type GA equipment ground-fault protection system is field
adjustable and available with trip settings from 4 to 1200 amperes. Both
instantaneous and field adjustable time delay relays are available. Below is a
diagram showing the general layout and interrelation of the various ground-
fault system components.

09403007
Test Relay
Panel

A
B
Load
C
N
Neutral Circuit
Bonding Interrupting
Jumper Sensor Device

Figure 1: Equipment Grounding Conductor

The Type GA equipment ground-fault protection system utilizes a type GA

sensor. Except for two sensors (Type GA-250 and GA-375), a testing winding
is superimposed over the main winding. When this test winding is energized,
a current is induced in the main windings. The test winding current induces a
current in the main winding which results in circuit interrupter operation in less
than one second.
09403010

Figure 2: GA Sensor
Field testing is basically limited to only those tests which determine that the
installation is correct, the components of the ground-fault system are
operational, and the system operates as required by the National Electrical
Code.
Because of the many variables involved, field testing, as described in the
succeeding paragraphs, cannot be considered as an accurate check of the
calibration of the relay. If calibration tests are required, refer to the instruction
manual supplied with the ground-fault protection equipment.

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Bulletin No. 0940DB0101 Ground-Censor® Ground-Fault Protection System Field Test Procedure
September 2001 Data Bulletin

PREPARATION FOR TEST Disconnect all power supplying the equipment and switch all main service
entrance disconnects off. Isolate the neutral from both supply and ground.
Measure insulation resistance of the neutral to ground to verify that no ground
connections exist downstream (load side) of the sensor.
Visually inspect the wiring system to confirm grounding connection at the
service equipment is upstream (line side) of the sensor and that the system
supply is grounded. Failure to do so will result in an inoperative ground-fault
protection system which will not be detected by the following tests. Also, be
certain that all load conductors pass through the sensor.
Reconnect all neutral and ground conductors.
FIELD TEST Before electrically testing this equipment, review the Instruction Manual
included with ground-fault protection equipment for more detailed information.
Testing should be accomplished with the power turned off ahead of the service
disconnect.
This field test requires a 120 Vac, 60 Hz power source capable of supplying a
minimum of 1 A. Additional power is required for the service disconnect electric
trip or shunt trip coil.
Depending upon whether the circuit is energized or de-energized, conduct the
electrical test as follows:
A. De-energized System—With Test Panel GA–12TPM*
GA Relay
1. This de-energized test will normally be conducted only at the time of
installation. Be certain that interconnections are in accordance with
appropriate wiring diagram (Figure 3 for electric or shunt trip coil
applications or Figure 4 for motor starter applications).
2. To test WITH TRIPPING, press the Test button. After relay times out,
GA handle will move to the tripped position and transfer of the output
contacts will be accomplished causing the circuit interrupting device
to trip, indicating proper operation of the ground-fault system.
NOTE: Do not hold the PUSH-TO-TEST button in for longer than two
seconds as damage to the ground-fault circuit may result.
3. (a) To reset, move the GA handle to the reset position.
(b) Reset the circuit interrupting device.

DANGER B. Energized System—With Test Panel GA–12TPM*

HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, BURN,
OR EXPLOSION
When testing energized system, extreme
caution must be taken as contact with an
energized component can result in electric
shock and burn.
Failure to follow these instructions will
result in death or serious injury.
NOTE: Extreme caution must be taken if working on an energized system
as contact with an energized component can result in electric shock and
burn.
1. Follow the instructions shown on the GA–12TPM.
2. If additional testing is necessary, allow 30 seconds before repeating
above procedures.
*This system is designed specifically for testing only the GA–12TPM test
panel.
Record the results and the test date on both the log at the bottom of the label
entitled “Installation Testing and Maintenance Instructions for Ground-fault
Systems” and the log appearing on the 3 x 5 card provided with this test
procedure. This 3 x 5 card is to be retained by those in charge of the building’s
electrical maintenance.

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Ground-Censor® Ground-Fault Protection System Field Test Procedure Bulletin No. 0940DB0101
Data Bulletin August 2001

WIRING DIAGRAM
GA Sensor
09403006

+10% ØA
120 Vac/60 Hz
Momentary ØB
Test Switch –15%
(Shown in ØC
Normal Position)
N
Test Panel GA–12TPM
1 Sensor Pickup
3 T X1 Connections per Page 3
Test
Signal 5
Generator 7 Test Signal Out GA or GAT Relay
2 Control
4 Circuits
6
Shunt
8 Trip Coil

Normal By-pass Switch }To Control Power

Contacts Shown in
Normal (Reset) Position

Figure 3: Typical Shunt Trip Disconnect

GA Sensor
09403005

+10% ØA

120 Vac/60 Hz ØB
Momentary –15% ØC
Test Switch
(Shown in
N
Normal Position)

Test Panel GA–12TPM

Sensor Pickup
1 T X1 Connections per Page 3
Test 3
Signal 5 GAT Relay
Generator 7 Test Signal Out Control
2 Circuits
4
6
8

Contactor Coil
Normal By-pass Switch }To Control Power
Contacts Shown in
Normal (Reset) Position

Figure 4: Typical Contactor Disconnect

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3700 Sixth St SW
Cedar Rapids IA 52406-3069 USA Electrical equipment should be serviced only by qualified personnel. No responsibility is assumed
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www.SquareD.com Bulletin No. 0940DB0101 August 2001 Replaces 63020-272-01 dated 07/84.

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