1.1 Validity This technical file applies to the following types of the protective relay: ▪ RS 2001 (standard design) ▪ RS 2001/V (seals made from Viton) ▪ RS 2001/H (for high oil conservators) ▪ RS 2001/E (increased protection from vibration) ▪...
1 Introduction The following documents are considered supporting documents: ▪ Supplements (included in the scope of delivery) ▪ Dimensional drawing (included in the scope of delivery) ▪ Routine test report (included in the scope of delivery) Also observe generally valid legislation, standards, and guidelines as well as specifications on accident prevention and environmental protection in the re- spective country of use.
1 Introduction 1.6.1.3 Signal words and pictograms The following signal words are used: Signal word Definition DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
1 Introduction Important information. 1.6.3 Instruction system This technical file contains single-step and multi-step instructions. Single-step instructions Instructions which consist of only a single process step are structured as fol- lows: Aim of action ü Requirements (optional). ► Step 1 of 1. ð...
2 Safety 2 Safety This technical file contains detailed descriptions on the safe and proper in- stallation, connection, commissioning and monitoring of the product. ▪ Read this technical file through carefully to familiarize yourself with the product. ▪ This technical file is a part of the product. ▪...
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2 Safety Personal protective equipment Loosely worn or unsuitable clothing increases the danger of becoming trapped or caught up in rotating parts and the danger of getting caught on protruding parts. This increases the danger to life and limb. ▪ All necessary devices and personal protective equipment required for the specific task, such as a hard hat, safety footwear, etc.
2 Safety Safety markings Warning signs and safety information plates are safety markings on the product. They are an important aspect of the safety concept. ▪ Observe all safety markings on the product. ▪ Make sure all safety markings on the product remain intact and legible. ▪...
2 Safety Electrically skilled person The electrically skilled person has a technical qualification and therefore has the required knowledge and experience, and is also conversant with the ap- plicable standards and regulations. The electrically skilled person is also pro- ficient in the following: ▪...
2 Safety Personal protective equipment to be worn at all times Protective clothing Close-fitting work clothing with a low tearing strength, with tight sleeves and with no protrud- ing parts. It mainly serves to protect the wearer against being caught by moving machine parts. Safety shoes To protect against falling heavy objects and slip- ping on slippery surfaces.
2 Safety NOTICE Damage to protective relay, on-load tap-changer and trans- former! If the protective relay is dried in a furnace, this may cause damage to the protective relay and restrict its correct function. ► Do not dry protective relay in a furnace. 2.5.2 Drying the transformer in the transformer tank If drying takes place in the transformer tank, the protective relay can remain fitted during the drying process.
3 Product description 3 Product description This chapter contains an overview of the design and function of the product. 3.1 Scope of delivery The product is packaged with protection against moisture and is delivered as follows: ▪ Protective relay ▪ Technical files Please note the following: ▪...
3 Product description 3.4 Nameplate The nameplate is on the back of the protective relay. Figure 4: Nameplate 3.5 Safety markings The following safety markings in accordance with DIN EN 60255-27 are used on the product: Figure 5: Overview of safety markings 1 Protective conductor connection 2 Notice, danger of electric shock 3 Notice, observe the documentation...
4 Packaging, transport and storage 4 Packaging, transport and storage 4.1 Packaging The products are sometimes supplied with sealed packaging and sometimes in a dry state, depending on requirements. Sealed packaging surrounds the packaged goods with plastic foil on all sides.
4 Packaging, transport and storage 4.1.2 Markings The packaging bears a signature with instructions for safe transport and cor- rect storage. The following symbols apply to the shipment of non-hazardous goods. Adherence to these symbols is mandatory. Protect against Fragile Attach lifting Center of mass moisture...
4 Packaging, transport and storage Visible damage If external transport damage is found upon receipt of the shipment, proceed as follows: ▪ Immediately record the identified transport damage in the shipping docu- ments and have this countersigned by the carrier. ▪...
4 Packaging, transport and storage When selecting and setting up the storage location, ensure the following: ▪ Protect stored goods against moisture (flooding, water from melting snow and ice), dirt, pests such as rats, mice, termites and so on, and against unauthorized access.
5 Mounting 5 Mounting This chapter describes how to install and connect the protective relay. 5.1 Installing protective relay in piping and connecting Danger of explosion! WARNING Explosive gases in the protective relay can deflagrate or explode and result in severe injury or death. ►...
5 Mounting ▪ The isolating device is to be rated such that the permissible disconnect times for protection against electric shock are complied with in accor- dance with the requirements of DIN VDE 0100-410, depending on the type of ground connection. ▪...
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5 Mounting 2. Remove the slotted head screw for potential tie-in and remove the termi- nal box cover with wire. Figure 7: Terminal box cover NOTICE Damage to protective relay! Damage to protective relay resulting from improper operation. ► Never press both test buttons at the same time. 3.
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5 Mounting 4. Press OPERATION test button. ð Flap valve is vertical. Figure 9: OPERATION position 5. Position the wire for the terminal box cover and affix using the slotted head screw. Figure 10: Terminal box cover 1800059/09 EN Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH 2018...
5 Mounting 6. Attach the terminal box cover and secure with screws. Figure 11: Terminal box cover 5.1.3 Installing protective relay in piping Ensure the following for installation and proper function of the protective re- lay: 1. Prior to installing the protective relay, ensure that there are no foreign bodies in the piping or in the oil conservator.
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5 Mounting 7. The magnetic field strength (bushings, busbars etc.) must be < 20 kA/m. Higher field strengths have a negative effect on the function of the protec- tive relay. Figure 12: Pipe 1800059/09 EN Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH 2018...
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5 Mounting 8. The reference arrow on the terminal box cover must point toward the on- load tap-changer's oil conservator. Figure 13: Reference arrow pointing towards the on-load tap-changer's oil conservator Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH 2018 1800059/09 EN...
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5 Mounting 9. Install the protective relay horizontally in the pipe between on-load tap- changer head and oil conservator as near as possible to the on-load tap- changer head. Figure 14: Protective relay horizontal and with test button at the top 1800059/09 EN Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH 2018...
5 Mounting 10. Install a stop-cock (nominal width of at least 25 mm) between protective relay and oil conservator. Figure 15: Stop-cock 5.1.4 Making the electrical connections for the protective relay The protective relay's dry-reed magnetic switching tubes are supplied in the standard version as either NC or NO contacts.
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5 Mounting 1. Insert cable gland (RS 2001, 2001/V, 2001/H, 2001/E, 2001/5, 2001/R) or adapter (RS 2003 and RS 2004) in the tapped hole with the most favor- able position. Figure 16: Tapped hole 2. Seal open tapped hole with dummy plug.
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5 Mounting 3. Loosen the three screws on the terminal box cover and lift off the terminal box cover. Figure 18: Terminal box cover 4. Take off the slotted head screw for potential tie-in and remove the termi- nal box cover with wire. Figure 19: Terminal box cover 5.
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5 Mounting 6. Guide cable through cable gland and into protective relay. Ensure that the cable gland is well connected and sealed. Figure 21: Cable bushing 7. Connect the electric cables to the connection terminals in accordance with the connection diagram on the dimensional drawing. Figure 22: Electrical cables 1800059/09 EN Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH 2018...
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5 Mounting 8. Connect protective conductor to cylinder head screw. Figure 23: Protective conductor 9. Insert the protective cover and secure using the screw. Figure 24: Protective cover Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH 2018 1800059/09 EN...
11. Attach the terminal box cover and secure with screws. Figure 26: Terminal box cover 5.2 Checking protective relay 5.2.1 Checking protective relay (RS 2001, 2001/V, 2001/H, 2001/E, 2001/5, 2001/R, 2001/T, 2003) ü Check that the protective relay is functioning correctly before commission- ing the transformer: 1.
5 Mounting 4. Loosen the three screws on the terminal box cover and lift off the terminal box cover. 5. Remove the slotted head screw for potential tie-in and remove the termi- nal box cover with wire. 6. Press OFF test button. 7.
6 Commissioning 6 Commissioning Once you have checked that the protective device is working correctly, you can continue by commissioning the transformer. To do so, follow the descrip- tion provided in the operating instructions for the on-load tap-changer. 1800059/09 EN Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH 2018...
7 Operation 7 Operation The following chapter describes how to operate the protective relay. 7.1 Tripping the protective relay and re-commissioning the transformer Danger of explosion! WARNING Explosive gases in the protective relay can deflagrate or explode and result in severe injury or death. ►...
7 Operation 7.1.2 Flap valve in OFF position Note that protective relay RS 2004 features an automatic reset mechanism which means that the flap valve does not remain in the OFF position after tripping. If the protective relay RS 2004 has not tripped due to an error in the tripping circuit, also proceed as described below for RS 2004.
8 Maintenance 8 Maintenance DANGER Electric shock! Working on the transformer when the transformer is energized can lead to death or serious injuries. ► Switch off transformer on high and low-voltage side. ► Lock transformer to prevent unintentional restart. ► Ensure that everything is de-energized. ►...
8 Maintenance 8.1 Inspection Protective relay monitoring is limited to a function test. Interval Action Annually Check that the protective relay functions correctly. Table 4: Inspection plan 1800059/09 EN Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH 2018...
9 Disposal 9 Disposal For disposal, observe the national requirements applicable in the country of use. If you have any questions about disassembly and disposal, please contact Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH's Technical Service department. Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH 2018 1800059/09 EN...
10 Technical data for protective relay 10 Technical data for protective relay The technical data for the protective relay RS 2001 is listed in the following. In accordance with DIN EN 60255-1, operational accuracy = base accuracy Housing Outdoor model...
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10 Technical data for protective relay Dielectric strength AC dielectric strength between all volt- 2,500 V, 50 Hz, test duration 1 minute age-carrying connections and the grounded parts AC dielectric strength between the 2,000 V, 50 Hz, test duration 1 minute opened contacts Table 8: Dielectric strength Electrical data for normally open (NO) dry-reed magnetic switch...
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10 Technical data for protective relay Ambient conditions Ambient temperature Ta -40°C…+50°C Oil temperature <130 °C Air pressure Corresponds to 0 m…4,000 m above sea level Table 12: Ambient conditions 1800059/09 EN Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH 2018...
10 Technical data for protective relay 10.1 Protective relay with CO change-over contact as tripping switch The protective relay can be supplied with a dry-reed magnetic switch, CO change-over (variant 3) (see dimensional drawing supplied). Electrical data for CO change-over dry-reed magnetic switch Electrical data DC switching capacity 1.2 W…150 W...
10 Technical data for protective relay 10.2 Protective relay with several dry-reed magnetic switches The protective relay can be supplied with several independent dry-reed mag- netic switches. These can be designed as normally open (NO) or normally closed (NC) contacts and are electrically isolated (see dimensional drawing supplied).
Glossary Glossary Change-Over contact Normally Closed contact The International Electrotechnical Commission Normally Open contact (IEC for short) is involved in the preparation and publication of international standards for electri- cal, electronic and related technologies. National Pipe Thread (US thread standard) Ingress protection Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH 2018 1800059/09 EN...
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