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CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION of Basler Electric Company, Highland, IL. It is loaned for confidential use. Subject to return on request and with the mutual understanding that it will not be used in any manner detrimental to the interests of Basler Electric Company.
Table of Contents Paragraph Title Page SECTION 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 1-1 Description .......................1-1 General Description ..................1-1 Basic Unit Description................1-1 Frequency/Phase Angle Matching System ..........1-2 Voltage Matching Option ................1-2 Dead Bus Closing Option .................1-3 1-2 Specifications ....................1-3 1-3 Style Chart......................1-4 SECTION 2 THEORY OF OPERATION 2-1 System Theory of Operation................2-1 Basic Unit (Without Options) ..............2-1 Basic Unit (With Options) .................2-1...
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4-16 SSE and SER-CB Interconnection............4-8 4-17 SSR Interconnection................. 4-9 List of Tables Table Title Page Physical Specifications ................1-3 Electrical Specifications ................1-4 Controls.....................3-1 Indicators....................3-1 Jumpers ....................3-7 BE3-25A and Breaker Connections ............4-4 Troubleshooting Chart ................5-1 Replacement Parts ...................6-1 Courtesy of NationalSwitchgear.com...
Basic Unit Description. (1) The basic BE3-25A Auto-Synchronizer monitors both the oncoming generator and bus voltages then permits synchronizing the generator to an energized station bus or to another genera- tor when the following predetermined conditions are satisfied: (a) The frequency of the oncoming generator and the bus are matched to within ±0.1 Hertz.
(2) Two types of voltage matching are available: (a) "Bipolar" regulator correction signals for use with the summing point input of Basler Electric voltage regulators (types: SSR, SR, KR, and XR) and exciter regulators (types: SSE and SER-CB).
For output contacts, the contacts are closed until the conditions for acceptable breaker closure are attained. NOTE If the voltage regulator is not properly adjusted, the BE3-25A output may not be able to drive the regulator far enough to allow synchroni- zation.
The model number of the Synchronizer is a combination of letters and numbers indicating the features and options. Refer to Figure 1-1 for the style chart which shows the various options and features. Figure 1-1. BE3-25A Style Chart. Courtesy of NationalSwitchgear.com...
Basic Unit (With Options) System Theory of Operation. NOTE Even though the BE3-25A always has frequency matching, for pur- poses of discussion, it is considered an option because of the two types that may be selected (summing point or contacts).
frequency (i.e.: the output for a 3 Hertz difference is larger than that for a 1 Hertz difference.) If the Reset jumper is installed to provide internal operation, the signals will continue being output until the phase angle is within the front panel setting. If the Reset function is being controlled externally, the correction signals will continue until the external reset contacts are closed.
(2) The voltage correction signals will drive either a "raise/lower" contact type output for use with motor operated control (MOC) type voltage regulators or a "bipolar" type output for use with the summing point type input of Basler Electric voltage regulators (types SSR, XR, SR, and KR) and for exciter regulators (types SSE and SER-CB).
SECTION 3 CONTROLS, INDICATORS, & JUMPERS 3-1. CONTROLS The BE3-25A controls are shown in Figure 3-1 and are described in Table 3-1. NOTE Not all controls are on all styles. Table 3-1. Controls. CONTROL FUNCTION TEST/OPERATE Switch Selects either the TEST or the OPERATE Mode.
R A T I N G S N C 10A AT 120 VAC OR 28 VDC S Y N C 7.5A AT 220 VAC Basler Electric % V O L T Highland, Illinois M A T C H T E S T O P E R A T E Figure 3-1A.
3-3. JUMPERS The BE3-25A jumpers are shown in Figure 3-1 and Figure 3-2 and are described in Table 3-3. NOTE Not all jumpers are required for all styles. Table 3-3. Jumpers. JUMPER FUNCTION RESET Jumper Used to enable the internal reset function. Refer to paragraph 1-1.b.3 and 2-1.b.1.a.
(216) NOTE: ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES (MILLIMETERS). Figure 4-1. BE3-25A Outline Drawing . 4-2. INTERCONNECTION a. Power and Sensing Connections. Connect the power and sensing inputs to the BE3-25A as shown by Figures 4-2 through 4-5. Courtesy of NationalSwitchgear.com...
Figure 4-2. Power and Sensing Connection, 240 Vac, Power From Bus. Figure 4-3. Power and Sensing Connection, 240 Vac, Power From Generator. Courtesy of NationalSwitchgear.com...
B » E » 3 » - » 2 » 5 » A Figure 4-4. Power and Sensing Connection, 120 Vac, Power From Bus. Figure 4-5. Power and Sensing Connection, 120 Vac, Power From Generator. Courtesy of NationalSwitchgear.com...
Circuit Breaker (SYNC) Connection. Connect the circuit breaker to the BE3-25A as given in Table 4-1. Table 4-1. BE3-25A and Breaker Connections. Breaker Input BE3-25A SYNC Output c. Voltage Regulator and/or Governor "Raise/Lower" Connections. Connect the "raise/lower" contact outputs as shown by Figure 4-6.
Figure 4-12. AMBAC International CU673C Interconnection. e. Summing Point Voltage Regulator Connection. Connect the voltage regulator to the BE3- 25A as shown by Figures 4-13 through 4-17. Figure 4-13. KR, SR-F, SR-E, and SR-H Interconnection. Courtesy of NationalSwitchgear.com...
If the governor and the voltage regulator are not properly adjusted (refer to the individual governor and voltage regulator manuals), the BE3-25A may not be able to drive the governor or voltage regulator enough to allow synchronization. (All Models.) Set the front panel TEST/OPERATE switch to the TEST position.
(Options A, B, or W Only.) Refer to Figure 3-2 and connect the Governor Stability Jumper for medium response time at terminals G1 and G2. (Options 1 or 2 Only.) Rotate the front panel % VOLT MATCH switch to select the desired voltage difference (1%, 2%, 3%, 4% or 5%) that is required for synchroniza- tion.
SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 5-1. PREVENTIVE MAINTE- NANCE A periodic inspection of the unit should be made to ensure that it is clean and free from accumulations of dust and moisture. Ensure that all wire con- nections are clean and secure. 5-2.
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Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart - Continued. MALFUNCTION TEST OR INSPECTION CORRECTIVE ACTION 3. No Voltage Regulator Control. Step 1. Check all wiring for proper connections. If wiring is not proper, reconnect wiring. If wiring is proper, proceed to step 2. Step 2.
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Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart - Continued. MALFUNCTION TEST OR INSPECTION CORRECTIVE ACTION 5. SYNC Indicator Does Not Illuminate. Step 1. Check all sync connections and wiring for proper connections. If wiring is not proper, reconnect wiring. If wiring is proper, proceed to step 2. Step 2.
Refer to the appropriate manual for replacement parts information. When ordering parts from Basler Electric Company, be sure to specify the sys- tem number (9 1661 00 100), reference, Basler part number, quantity, and description.
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