Size 3 and 4, three phase non-reversing magnetic motor starters and contactors. (15 pages)
Summary of Contents for Eaton FP-25-LV-VSR
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Instruction Book IB019008EN Effective October 2016 FP-25-LV-VSR Breaker-To-Motor Starter Conversion FP-25-LV-VSR 425A Shown...
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SHALL NOT BECOME PART OF OR MODIFY ANY CONTRACT BETWEEN THE PARTIES. In no event will Eaton be responsible to the purchaser or user in contract, in tort (including negligence), strict liability or other-wise for any special, indirect, incidental or consequential damage or loss whatsoever, including but not limited to damage or loss of use of equipment, plant or power system, cost of capital, loss of power, additional expenses in the use of existing power facilities, or claims against the purchaser or user by its customers resulting from the use of the information, recommendations and descriptions contained herein.
Trip Class 10 and 20 trip characteristics and Manual or Manual/Automatic Reset. An electro-mechanical overload relay, Eaton type C306 may be substituted for the electronic overload relay. This relay is equipped with Class 20 overload relay heaters sized according to the motor full load current (FLC) and service factor.
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FP-25-LV-VSR Breaker-To-Motor Starter Conversion Table 2. FP-25-LV-VSR Dimensions Existing Breaker Rated Continuous Current at 60 Hz Device Type (Amps) FP-25-LV-VSR 425A 5.55 4.00 8.00 3.63 15.63 13.18 20.09 23.00 Instruction Book IB019008EN October 2016 www.eaton.com...
CONNECTED position. Failure to do so could result in a flash over and possible death, personnel injury, or property damage. LV-VSRs are equipped with safety interlocks. Do not defeat them. • This may result in death, bodily injury, or equipment damage. Instruction Book IB019008EN October 2016 www.eaton.com...
File claims immediately with the carrier if damage or Table 3. Maximum Weight by Type. loss is detected and notify the nearest Eaton’s Electrical Services & Type Amperes Lbs. (kg) System office.
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FP-25-LV-VSR Breaker-To-Motor Starter Conversion Figure 3.2. Front External View of FP-25-LV-VSR Front External View Trip Button Crank Access Shutter Guide Roller Overload Relay Access Lock Out / Lock Tag Racking Arms Position Indicator Contactor Operations Counter Lifting Point Contactor Status Indicator Instruction Book IB019008EN October 2016 www.eaton.com...
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FP-25-LV-VSR Breaker-To-Motor Starter Conversion Figure 3.3. Rear External View of FP-25-LV-VSR Front External View Secondary Contacts Primary Disconnects Lifting Point Overload Relay Current Transformers Vacuum Contactor Rejection Pin Instruction Book IB019008EN October 2016 www.eaton.com...
The kickout spring pulls against the moving armature and crossbar and thereby forces the bottles into the OPEN position. In the OPEN position, the crossbar is pulling the moving contacts to hold them open. Instruction Book IB019008EN October 2016 www.eaton.com...
The LV-VSR will not close until the overload relay is reset after an overload condition. The LV-VSR will also open if a fuse blown or opens. The LV-VSR will not close until the blown or open fuses are replaced. Instruction Book IB019008EN October 2016 www.eaton.com...
LV-VSR makes contact with a stationary mounted element. The contact surfaces on the stationary element are recessed to prevent accidental short circuiting of the control circuits. These secondary disconnects mate in both the CONNECT and TEST positions. Instruction Book IB019008EN October 2016 www.eaton.com...
BODILY INJURY, AND PROPERTY DAMAGE 5.1 CELL MODIFICATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING THE FP-25-LV-VSR EMPLOYS A REJECTION PIN TO PREVENT INSERTION INTO CELLS INTENDED FOR DEVICES WITH INCOMPATIBLE CAPABILITIES. THE UNIT HAS A REJECTION PIN ON THE LEFT SIDE. ALL NEW INSTALLATIONS WILL REQUIRE CELL MODIFICATIONS. CELL MODIFICATION INSTRUCTIONS ARE PROVIDED WITH THE LV-VSR.
To replace a blown fuse or fuses, follow the removal procedure in 18. Check the V201 contactor per section 6.3.2 of this manual prior this instruction booklet to remove the LV-VSR from the switchgear. to insertion. Instruction Book IB019008EN October 2016 www.eaton.com...
5.3 ELECTRONIC OVERLOAD RELAY C440 Figure 5.11. C440 Trip Current Adjustment and DIP Switches The preferred overload relay provided on Eaton LV-VSR devices is the C440 NEMA Electronic Overload electronic C440 relay. The relay offers four selections of trip classes:...
The Net, Profibus, and Eithernet IP communication protocols. device should only be reset after the condition causing the Eaton LV VSRs are equipped with 300:5 or 600:5 current motor overload is removed. transformers as required by the continuous current rating shown on the nameplate of the device.
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Close the cell door, the LV-VSR is now in the DISCONNECT position. Figure 5.15. Racking FP-25-LV-VSR Figure 5.17. Racking FP-25-LV-VSR When the starter is in the Disconnect position, an inspection device should be used to ensure that the starter secondary contacts are not in contact with the cell secondaries.
LV-VSR. To open the LV-VSR, send a remote open signal, press the open pushbutton, or press the test button on the overload relay. Perform several close/open operations to ensure reliable and constant electrical operation. Instruction Book IB019008EN October 2016 www.eaton.com...
However, when the contactor is in the OPEN position, the crossbar should be solidly against the frame, so that it cannot move any further open even when pulled. If kickout spring is out of adjustment, call your closest Eaton representative. Instruction Book IB019008EN October 2016 www.eaton.com...
It is recommended that the equipment be capable of delivering 25 milliamperes for one minute. 8. Remove ALL shorting wire on CTs and secondary block before placing unit back into service. Instruction Book IB019008EN October 2016 www.eaton.com...
1. Armature travel is incorrect, causing the contact springs to be 6.9 Lubrication compressed into a solid, non-resilient “tube” that stops the crossbar rigidly. Refer to Eaton’s Electrical Services and Systems All parts that require lubrication have been lubricated during the for assistance.
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• Fuses blown (control power) • Secondary disconnects • T-relay Undesirably trips Control circuit • Trip circuit (CS/T shorted) • OL relay not set correctly Fails To Crank Mechanism • Dry gear • Worn gear • Broken gear Instruction Book IB019008EN October 2016 www.eaton.com...
Auxilary Contact 9084A17G03 4. Specify the method of shipping desired. 9084A17G02 5. Send all orders or correspondence to the nearest Eaton Electrical Order fuse replacement that matches fuse originally supplied. Sector sales office. 6. Include negotiation number with order when applicable.