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® TracFeed Earthing switch OLSP MANUAL Version 1.0 English L Read the manual before carrying out any work.
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Rail Power Systems GmbH Garmischer Strasse 35 81373 Munich GERMANY Telephone: +49 89 41999-0 Fax: +49 89 41999-270 Email: info@rail-ps.com Internet: www.rail-ps.com Document number: 3EGF202859D_AA Translation of the original ® TracFeed MTS Earthing switch OLSP 09.12.2024...
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Purpose of this manual This manual enables safe and efficient handling of the device. The manual is a component of the device and must be kept in the vicinity of the product where personnel can access it at all times. Target group This manual is addressed to the following target groups: Owner...
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Table of revisions Date Revision Change 20/12/2021 Created by kothes General requests / training courses Knowledge of the systems and materials and experience of instal- lation are essential. We recommend arranging for at least one member of the company’s personnel to be certified by Rail Power Systems GmbH as the person responsible for the work.
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Table of contents 6.2.5 Cover or shield adjacent live parts......31 Assembly and commissioning........32 7.1 Safety instructions for assembly ........ 32 7.2 Recommended tools and materials......34 7.3 Unpacking and inspecting the device......35 7.4 Fastening to the pole..........36 7.5 Adjusting the switch end position........
Introduction Symbols used Introduction 1.1 Abbreviations used Abbreviation Explanation ® Device TracFeed MTS earthing switch OLSP E&SC Earthing and short-circuiting kilovolt Rail Power Systems Mast disconnector 1.2 Symbols used Safety symbols Safety instructions are indicated by symbols in this manual. The safety instructions are introduced by signal words that express the extent of the hazard.
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Introduction Symbols used Safety instructions in operating Safety instructions may refer to specific, individual instructions. instructions Such safety instructions are incorporated into the instructions so that they do not interrupt the reading flow when carrying out the activity. The signal words described above are used. Example: Unscrew the screw.
Introduction Standards used 1.3 Accompanying documents The illustrations in this manual may differ from the delivered device. In cases of doubt, the drawings and data sheets provided with the device apply. NOTICE! Find out about country-specific regulations and take these into account. TracFeed ®...
Introduction Training 1.5 Conformity Due to EU directives, there are different require- ments for the declaration of conformity. This is pro- vided in a version for the specific project. 1.6 Training Training courses can be requested from the Sales department. ®...
Safety Intended use Safety 2.1 Intended use The device has been designed and constructed solely for the intended use described here. The device earths the electrically switchable sections of the overhead contact line. The device is always operated in a de- energised state and is intended for outdoor applications.
Safety Owner’s responsibility 2.2 Owner’s responsibility Owner The owner is the natural person or legal entity who operates the device for commercial or economic purposes either for that per- son’s own use or who transfers it to a third party for use and who bears the legal liability for the protection of personnel or third parties during operation.
Safety Personnel requirements The owner must notify the supervisory authorities without delay in the event of any accidents in which a person is killed or severely injured or the device suffers significant damage. The owner must notify the supervisory authorities without delay in the event of operating incidents that attract public attention.
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Safety Personnel requirements Qualification Personnel require the following qualifications: Qualified electrician for high and medium voltage The qualified electrician for high and medium voltage is able to carry out work on high and medium voltage installations safely due to their training, experience and knowledge. The qualified elec- trician for high and medium voltage avoids dangers for themself, third parties and material property by implementing the measures for avoiding dangers from the regulations and specifications for...
Safety Personal protective equipment Unauthorised persons WARNING! Risk of fatal injury to unauthorised persons due to dangers in the vicinity of the working area! Unauthorised persons who do not meet the requirements described here are not aware of the dangers in the vicinity of the working area. There- fore, unauthorised persons face the risk of severe injuries or death.
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Safety Personal protective equipment Industrial safety helmet Industrial safety helmets protect the head from falling objects, sus- pended loads and impact with stationary objects. Protective clothing Protective clothing is closely fitting clothing with a low tear resist- ance, narrow sleeves and without protruding parts. It primarily serves to protect against being trapped in moving machine parts.
Safety Dangers > Basic dangers 2.5 Dangers 2.5.1 Basic dangers Voltage DANGER! Risk of fatal injury due to electric voltage! Potentially fatal voltages occur on railway systems and in the vicinity of overhead contact lines. – Permit only qualified electricians to perform work on live components.
Safety Behaviour in the event of fires and accidents Working in the vicinity of rail tracks DANGER! Risk of fatal injury in the vicinity of rail tracks! Carelessness when working in the vicinity of rail tracks can result in severe to fatal injuries. –...
Safety Environmental protection Measures in the event of fire and Immediately trigger an emergency shutdown by activating an accidents emergency stop device, if present. If there is no risk to your own health, switch off the medium voltage switchgear assembly and the DC switchgear assembly, as applicable.
Design and function Brief description Design and function 3.1 Overview Fig. 1: Overview of the earthing switch Base plate Mating contact Sensor connection Contact blade Connection point for the earth wire Movable switch column with composite insulator Earth contact tube Swivel base with plate Sensor (inductive) 3.2 Brief description...
Design and function Scope of supply system via an evaluation unit. A 2-pole cable is routed from the sensor to the sensor connection (Fig. 1/2) through the earth con- tact tube (Fig. 1/4). A 2-pole shielded cable (not included in the scope of supply) is routed from the sensor connection to the evalu- ation unit.
Technical data Operating limits Technical data 4.1 Dimensions and weight Data Value Unit Total weight, approx. 29 kg Width 768 mm Height 892 mm Depth 252 mm 4.2 Connected loads Electrical Data Value Unit Nominal voltage range (U 25 kV Rated insulation level (U 36 kV Rated impact withstand voltage (U...
Technical data Operating materials 4.4 Rating plate The plate is located on the left on the swivel base and it contains the following information: Manufacturer Type designation Year of construction Grid voltage Fig. 3: Plate 4.5 Operating materials Operating material Klüberalfa HBK 83-401 lubricating High-temperature long-term lubricating grease for contact and grease...
Transport, packaging and storage Safety instructions for transport Transport, packaging and storage 5.1 Safety instructions for transport Suspended loads WARNING! Risk of fatal injury due to suspended loads! During lifting procedures, loads may swing out and fall down. This can cause severe to fatal injuries. –...
Transport, packaging and storage Inspection at delivery 5.2 Symbols on the packaging The arrowheads of the symbol indicate the top side of the package. They must always point upwards; otherwise, the contents could be damaged. Fragile Identifies packages with fragile or sensitive contents. Handle the package with caution, do not allow it to fall and do not subject it to impact.
Transport, packaging and storage Transport 5.4 Transport Transporting packages with a crane WARNING! Risk of injury due to improper transport! The packages can tip over due to direct attach- ment to the lifting eyes or the use of improper lifting equipment.
Transport, packaging and storage Packaging Start transport. Transporting pallets with a forklift Packages that are attached to pallets may be transported with a or pallet truck forklift or pallet truck under the following conditions: The forklift or pallet truck must be designed for the weight of the packages.
Transport, packaging and storage Storage 5.6 Storage Storage Store the packages under the following conditions: Do not store outdoors. Store in dry and dust-free conditions. Do not expose to aggressive media. Avoid mechanical shocks. Make sure that the device is not damaged or soiled. If storing for longer than three months, check the general con- dition of all parts and the packaging on a regular basis.
Ensuring that the installation is dead Work range and danger zone Ensuring that the installation is dead We differentiate between three working methods: working in a de- energised state, working in a live state and working near live parts. All three methods require effective safety measures to be taken against electric shock and against the effects of short circuits and fault arcs.
Ensuring that the installation is dead Safety rules > Securing against re-connection 6.2 Safety rules The local, country-specific safety rules apply. In Germany, these include the five safety rules: 1. Disconnect from the power supply. Ä Chapter 6.2.1 ‘Isolate from the power supply’ on page 30 2.
Ensuring that the installation is dead Safety rules > Cover or shield adjacent live parts 6.2.3 Verifying that the system is dead Personnel: Qualified electrician for high and medium voltage In the work area, verify that the system is dead on all poles using suitable measuring/test equipment and voltage testers.
Assembly and commissioning Safety instructions for assembly Assembly and commissioning Assembly notes The device is assembled on poles, on pole heads, switchgear and on gantries using brackets or traverses. The following installation steps apply analogously to all standard arrangements. 7.1 Safety instructions for assembly Voltage DANGER! Risk of fatal injury due to electric voltage!
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Assembly and commissioning Safety instructions for assembly Rail traffic DANGER! Danger to life from rail traffic! When work is carried out in the vicinity of rail tracks, rail traffic can result in severe to fatal inju- ries. – Comply with the national regulations con- cerning work in the vicinity of rail tracks.
Assembly and commissioning Recommended tools and materials Falling components WARNING! Risk of injury due to falling components! During assembly of components on the overhead contact line, falling parts can cause severe injuries. – Always carry out assembly work with at least two persons.
Assembly and commissioning Unpacking and inspecting the device 7.3 Unpacking and inspecting the device The device is pre-assembled at the factory and pre-set, including the mating contacts and contact blades, and packed in closed position in pallet cages. Personnel: Trained qualified personnel Protective equipment: Industrial safety helmet Protective clothing...
Assembly and commissioning Fastening to the pole 7.4 Fastening to the pole Personnel: Trained qualified personnel Protective equipment: Industrial safety helmet Protective clothing Protective gloves Safety footwear High-vis clothing Check whether the device is in the “ON” position. If it is not, put the device in the “ON”...
Assembly and commissioning Adjusting the switch end position 7.5 Adjusting the switch end position Prerequisites Perform the adjustment of the switch end position if the following prerequisites are fulfilled: The device is fastened to the pole in its final position. The force/distance transmission device is properly connected to the device.
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Assembly and commissioning Adjusting the switch end position Checking the switch end position The sensor (Fig. 5/1) triggers if the earth contact tube (Fig. 5/2) and the movable switch column (Fig. 5/3) are parallel with each other in a switched state. The parallelism needs to be checked visually.
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Assembly and commissioning Adjusting the switch end position To ensure a more robust function, it is per- missible to retract the contact blade (Fig. 6/3) against the tube of the contact spring ele- ment (Fig. 6/1) to the stop. Distance too big If the contact blade is withdrawn too far, the stroke needs to be adjusted by extending the force/distance transmission device.
Assembly and commissioning Setting and checking the sensor position 7.6 Setting and checking the sensor position Setting the end positions Personnel: Trained qualified personnel Protective equipment: Industrial safety helmet Protective clothing Protective gloves Safety footwear High-vis clothing Measuring the distance Fig.
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Assembly and commissioning Setting and checking the sensor position To adjust the distance between the contact finger and the top edge of the sensor, proceed as described below. Loosen the two hexagon fixing screws (Fig. 7/3) size 6. NOTICE! Property damage due to contact finger bending! If the distance between the sensor and con- tact finger is corrected by bending the con-...
Assembly and commissioning Connecting the conductor cables 7.7 Connecting the conductor cables Conductor cables made of wrong material The contact plates at the ends of the main contacts each have four M16 screws for connecting the conductor cables. Conductor cables made of alu- minium and copper can be fastened for the fixed switch area.
Assembly and commissioning Connecting the device to the earthing 7.8 Connecting the device to the earthing Earthing the device to a suitable underground Personnel: Trained qualified personnel Protective equipment: Industrial safety helmet Protective clothing Protective gloves Safety footwear High-vis clothing Tool: Wire brush Non-woven abrasive...
Assembly and commissioning Performing final checks Personnel: Trained qualified personnel Protective equipment: Industrial safety helmet Protective clothing Protective gloves Safety footwear High-vis clothing Lay separate earthing cables along the building or along the concrete pole between the earth path and the earthing con- tact support.
Maintenance After 5 years or 10 000 switching cycles Use the test and inspection plan during commissioning. Commissioning report RPS document number SFA-MTS test and inspection 3EGF002774D0029 plan Inspection The inspection to be carried out after the defined intervals is to ensure reliable mast disconnector operation.
Faults Faults If faults occur increasingly, reduce the maintenance intervals accordingly. If faults occur and they cannot be rectified with the help of the information below, contact the manufacturer . Improperly executed fault clear- ance work DANGER! Risk of injury due to improper fault clearance! Improperly executed fault clearance work can result in severe to fatal injuries and significant damage to property.
Spare parts Spare parts Incorrect spare parts WARNING! Risk of injury due to the use of incorrect spare parts! The use of incorrect or defective spare parts can cause dangers for personnel and result in damage, malfunctions or total failure. –...
Disassembly and disposal Safety information for disassembly and disposal Disassembly and disposal 11.1 Safety information for disassembly and disposal Voltage DANGER! Risk of fatal injury due to electric voltage! Potentially fatal voltages occur on railway systems and in the vicinity of overhead contact lines. –...
Disassembly and disposal Disposal 11.2 Disassembly Before starting disassembly: Disconnect the device from the power supply. Dispose of the remaining supports and assembly accessories in an environmentally friendly manner. Then properly clean the assemblies and components and dis- mantle them in observance of applicable local occupational and environmental safety regulations.
Glossary Glossary The term “alternating current” is used to refer to AC current as well as AC voltage. The term “direct current” is used to refer to DC current as well as DC voltage. Earthing The earthing establishes a defined reference potential or equipotential loading.
Safety data sheets Safety data sheets SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 - GB Klüberalfa HBK 83-401 Version Revision Date: Date of last issue: 18.09.2019 Print Date: 03.03.2021 Date of first issue: 18.09.2019 03.03.2021 SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking 1.1 Product identifier Product name Klüberalfa HBK 83-401...
Safety data sheets SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 - GB Klüberalfa HBK 83-401 Version Revision Date: Date of last issue: 18.09.2019 Print Date: 03.03.2021 Date of first issue: 18.09.2019 03.03.2021 SECTION 2: Hazards identification 2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture Classification (REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008) Not a hazardous substance or mixture.
Safety data sheets SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 - GB Klüberalfa HBK 83-401 Version Revision Date: Date of last issue: 18.09.2019 Print Date: 03.03.2021 Date of first issue: 18.09.2019 03.03.2021 SECTION 4: First aid measures 4.1 Description of first aid measures If inhaled Remove person to fresh air.
Safety data sheets SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 - GB Klüberalfa HBK 83-401 Version Revision Date: Date of last issue: 18.09.2019 Print Date: 03.03.2021 Date of first issue: 18.09.2019 03.03.2021 tion products may be a hazard to health. Further information Standard procedure for chemical fires.
Safety data sheets SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 - GB Klüberalfa HBK 83-401 Version Revision Date: Date of last issue: 18.09.2019 Print Date: 03.03.2021 Date of first issue: 18.09.2019 03.03.2021 7.3 Specific end use(s) Specific use(s) Specific instructions for handling, not required.
Safety data sheets SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 - GB Klüberalfa HBK 83-401 Version Revision Date: Date of last issue: 18.09.2019 Print Date: 03.03.2021 Date of first issue: 18.09.2019 03.03.2021 Filter type Filter type P Protective measures The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Safety data sheets SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 - GB Klüberalfa HBK 83-401 Version Revision Date: Date of last issue: 18.09.2019 Print Date: 03.03.2021 Date of first issue: 18.09.2019 03.03.2021 Bulk density No data available Solubility(ies) Water solubility insoluble Solubility in other solvents...
Safety data sheets SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 - GB Klüberalfa HBK 83-401 Version Revision Date: Date of last issue: 18.09.2019 Print Date: 03.03.2021 Date of first issue: 18.09.2019 03.03.2021 Hazardous decomposition >280 °C danger of forming toxic fluorine-containing pyrolysis products products.
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Safety data sheets SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 - GB Klüberalfa HBK 83-401 Version Revision Date: Date of last issue: 18.09.2019 Print Date: 03.03.2021 Date of first issue: 18.09.2019 03.03.2021 Components: disodium sebacate: Species Rabbit Assessment Irritating to eyes.
Safety data sheets SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 - GB Klüberalfa HBK 83-401 Version Revision Date: Date of last issue: 18.09.2019 Print Date: 03.03.2021 Date of first issue: 18.09.2019 03.03.2021 Components: disodium sebacate: Reproductive toxicity - As- No toxicity to reproduction sessment No effects on or via lactation...
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Safety data sheets SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 - GB Klüberalfa HBK 83-401 Version Revision Date: Date of last issue: 18.09.2019 Print Date: 03.03.2021 Date of first issue: 18.09.2019 03.03.2021 Exposure time: 96 h Test Type: semi-static test Method: OECD Test Guideline 203 GLP: yes Toxicity to daphnia and other...
Safety data sheets SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 - GB Klüberalfa HBK 83-401 Version Revision Date: Date of last issue: 18.09.2019 Print Date: 03.03.2021 Date of first issue: 18.09.2019 03.03.2021 Distribution among environ- Remarks: No data available mental compartments 12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment Product:...
Safety data sheets SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 - GB Klüberalfa HBK 83-401 Version Revision Date: Date of last issue: 18.09.2019 Print Date: 03.03.2021 Date of first issue: 18.09.2019 03.03.2021 Not regulated as a dangerous good IMDG Not regulated as a dangerous good IATA...
Safety data sheets SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 - GB Klüberalfa HBK 83-401 Version Revision Date: Date of last issue: 18.09.2019 Print Date: 03.03.2021 Date of first issue: 18.09.2019 03.03.2021 Concern for Authorisation (Article 59). stances of very high concern (Regu- lation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH), Article 57).
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Safety data sheets SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 - GB Klüberalfa HBK 83-401 Version Revision Date: Date of last issue: 18.09.2019 Print Date: 03.03.2021 Date of first issue: 18.09.2019 03.03.2021 ternational Air Transport Association; IBC - International Code for the Construction and Equip- ment of Ships carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk;...
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Safety data sheets SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 - GB Klüberalfa HBK 83-401 Version Revision Date: Date of last issue: 18.09.2019 Print Date: 03.03.2021 Date of first issue: 18.09.2019 03.03.2021 ternational Air Transport Association; IBC - International Code for the Construction and Equip- ment of Ships carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk;...
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