User`s Manual - Chicken Switch
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1. 6 0 The Controller _ p Ow08 Flashing Yellow Low Voltage Inhibit SE 06 OPERATION The controller is designed for two hand operation for the purpose of preventing inadvertent operation of the actuator See the following section for a detailed description of the controller indicators and switches 6 1 The indicator lights amp controls NOTE the indicator lights only work when the ENABLE button is depressed GREEN indicates the actuator is being commanded to depress the TRIP button RAJ indicates the actuator is being commanded to depress the CLOSE button YELLOW indicates that both actuators are in the neutral position and the controller and batteries are healthy Rapidly blinking YELLOW indicates the battery voltage with zero load has fallen to an unacceptable level Operation is inhibited until batteries with an acceptable voltage level are installed The ENABLE button The Enable button must be continuously depressed in order to command the actuator Releasing the Enable button has the same affect as returning the selector switch to neutral the actuator moves to neutral The Control Switch The control switch is used to activate the Chicken Switch actuator to Trip or Close the breaker The Control Switch is spring return to center Turning the switch clockwise will close the breaker counter clockwise will trip the breaker If the Control Switch is held in the trip o2. e Never store the batteries where the ambient temperature might exceed 110 F e Avoid getting the unit wet or storing it in a high humidity location Store in a dry location e Store the unit in its carrying case 11 0 Warranty MarTek Ltd guarantees all products manufactured by MarTek Ltd only against defects in materials and or workmanship for a period of twelve 12 months commencing on the date the product is received by the customer THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE MarTek Ltd will at its option and its cost including shipping expenses for return and re delivery repair replace or refund the purchase price of any product manufactured by MarTek Ltd which has a defect in materials and or workmanship THIS IS CUSTOMER S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY IN NO EVENT WILL MARTEK LTD S LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES WHETHER ARISING FROM BREACH OF CONTRACT OR WARRANTY NEGLIGENCE STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT CONCERNED NOR WILL MARTEK LTD BE LIABLE FOR PUNITIVE INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOST PROFITS EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES MarTek Ltd reserves the right to disallow warranty repairs if the unit has been disassembled or misused as determined by MarTek Ltd in good faith Please contact us at 800 2
3. 48 4958 for a return authorization MarTek Ltd 4806 Chimney Drive Charleston WV 25302 1 304 965 9220 1 800 248 4958 12 0 MECHANICAL Holding magnets Gearmotor Projected life ELECTRICAL Operating voltage Fuse Power supply Control Cable Controller Specifications Three neodymium rare earth magnets rated 55 1 lbs force each All metal gears in a formed metallic housing DC brushed permanent magnet motor with 375 inch diameter shaft 9 5 mm 20 000 operations 24 volts DC 5 amp quick blow AGC 5 16 AA alkaline disposable batteries When used properly one set of batteries should yield over 500 operations 30 feet in length 9 1 meters 5 conductor extra flexible PUR insulation Optional 50 cable Requires two hand operation The enable button must be depressed while rotating the controller selector switch A programmable micro controller manages control inputs motor functions monitors and limits mechanical travel and performs timing functions to protect the motor in a stalled condition An intelligent H bridge motor driver provides start stop braking motor functions The H bridge has integral thermal shutdown protection 13 0 Troubleshooting Guide 1 The Chicken Switch will not operate The yellow LED flashes rapidly whenever the Enable Button is depressed e This is caused by a low voltage lockout Replace the batteries 2 Yellow ligh
4. A CHICKEN SWITCH A Portable Actuator for Remotely Operating Square D Type SE Low Voltage Circuit Breakers Model SE 06 User s Manual 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 6 0 7 0 8 0 9 0 10 0 11 0 12 0 13 0 k CHICKEN SWITCH User s Manual Model SE 06 Arc blast Hazards Application Information Safety Information Battery Information Control Cable Controller Underside Illuminator Attaching and Removing the Actuator Sequence of Operation Care and Storage Warranty Specifications Troubleshooting 1 0 Arc blast Hazards The hazards associated with electrical arc blasts are well documented Studies conducted by numerous industries and professional organizations have sought to quantify the intensity of arc blast the risks to personnel and various methodologies for mitigating the risks Without doubt increasing the distance between the arc and a human is the single greatest favorable factor in reducing injuries The Chicken Switch is not a panacea but rather one more tool available for protecting workers while they are performing electrical switching Using a Chicken Switch may not negate the need for additional personal protective measures The user is ultimately responsible for evaluating each situation to determine if additional protective measures are needed Electrical switching may present risk of serious injury or death This device should only be used by qualified pe
5. arging handle the required number of strokes Verify the Charged flag is visible on the breaker Closing Springs indicator Ensure you are at a safe distance from the circuit breaker that is to be operated Note The user must determine the safe distance based on NFPA 70E requirements When ready to operate the breaker press and hold the ENABLE button 6 1 The yellow light should illuminate whenever the ENABLE button is depressed indicating the battery voltage is acceptable and the actuator is in the neutral position 6 1 While holding the ENABLE button operate the Control Switch on the Control Station in the appropriate direction for the desired action trip or close 6 1 10 Release the ENABLE button and control switch after the breaker has operated 6 1 11 Remove the actuator from the breaker 8 3 10 0 Care and Storage 10 1 Cleaning the magnets Over a period time the magnets may attract ferrous debris Exercise care to avoid setting the actuator where the magnets might attract debris If this does occur use a paper towel or nylon bristle brush to clean the face of the magnets Masking tape can also be used to remove small dirt particles from magnets Keeping the magnet faces clean ensures that maximum holding power is maintained 10 2 Storage e Remove all batteries from the control station if the device will be not be used for longer than 6 months
6. onnected to the actuator for extended periods of time To do so will deplete a fresh set of batteries in approximately four to five days 4 3 Battery Replacement e ALWAYS disconnect the control cable before replacing batteries to avoid possible static damage of the electronics A e Turn the control station upside down remove the endplate retaining knob Remove the endplate and slide the cover out as shown 5 0 Control Cable 4 3a To connect disconnect batteries 5 1 Connecting the control cable Squeeze and vad p 1 Align the arrow on the cable end with the top of the receptacle D 4 3b CAUTION Static Discharge Potential 2 Push in and engage the threads on the coupling nut e To avoid possible damage to electronic and turn clockwise A a disconnect the control cable 3 After one or two turns of the coupling nut push in before replacing batteries on the cable end Repeat this until the connector is fully seated 4 3c Installing Batteries 4 Use a similar technique of turn stop and pull to disengage the cable ends e When installing batteries push the batteries NOTE When the actuator is connected to the control toward the positive terminal to ensure the top station the actuator will automatically drive to the of the battery firmly contacts the battery neutral position if it is not already in this position i e holder terminal neither the trip nor close function will be activated
7. r close position for longer than approximately 3 seconds the drive motor will de energize and the actuator will remain in the driven position When the Control Switch or the Enable button is released the motor will energize to drive the actuator to the neutral position 7 0 Underside Illuminator An LED light assembly is permanently installed on the underside of the Chicken Switch actuator This light can be used to assist with aligning and attaching the actuator in low light conditions It also allows the user to more easily see the breaker contact position indicator when the actuator is on the breaker The LED light is powered from the same batteries that the Chicken Switch uses for operating the actuator The LED light is lit anytime the control cable is connected The current draw is minimal and the intent is to make the Chicken Switch as easy to use for the operator as possible With this design the operator does not have to worry about turning the light on or having separate batteries for the light 8 0 Attaching and Removing the Actuator 8 1 Pre use Checks BEFORE attaching the actuator ensure the CLOSE plunger is fully retracted A SS and the TRIP arm is in the full up position O Q 8 2 To Attach the Actuator Using the black handles hold the Chicken Switch at a slight angle and align the top angle of the Chicken Switch on the ledge immediately below the trip unit Rotate the bot
8. rsons after careful analysis of the hazards 2 0 Application Information The SEO6 is suitable for Square D SE non racking circuit breakers that do not have a permanently mounted lockout device on the OPEN button It is imperative that the face plate of the SE breaker is in good condition The portion of the breaker faceplate that is contacted by the SE06 and surrounding enclosure must be free of dirt and obstructions such as laminated labels or other non OEM objects 3 0 Safety Information ALWAYS connect the control cable to the actuator and controller BEFORE installing the Chicken Switch 3 1 Finger pinch points Use caution when attaching the Chicken Switch to the breaker or while placing it near a ferrous surface 3 2 CAUTION Strong magnets Keep fingers clear of the bottom of the actuator when the actuator is near a ferrous surface The holding magnets are very strong Avoid placing the Chicken Switch near electro mechanical protective relays 4 0 Battery Information 4 1 Battery Requirements e Sixteen 16 AA alkaline cells are required eight cells in each battery holder Carefully observe polarity when installing cells e Rechargeable NiMh or NiCd batteries can be used 4 2 Battery Life e A set of fresh alkaline cells should yield hundreds of operations e The Chicken Switch is designed as a portable device It is not designed to remain with the control unit c
9. t does not light when depressing ENABLE button the RED and GREEN lights work when operating control switch but the actuator does not operate This can be caused by a couple of issues a Batteries are not fully seated in the battery holders b or the fuse is blown MarTek Ltd 4806 Chimney Drive Charleston WV 25302 1 800 248 4958 www chickenswitch com Chicken Switch is a Registered Trademark of MarTek Ltd US Patent Pending Copyright 2004 2012 MarTek Ltd All rights reserved User Manual SE06 Version 2 0
10. tom of the Chicken Switch downward toward the breaker until it is held flush against the face of the circuit breaker by the holding magnets Lift the red magnet lever lower right corner to the full up position to engage the bottom holding magnet UP to attach DOWN to release The actuator should look like this when it is properly positioned Window for viewing the breaker status open or closed flag 8 3 To Remove the Actuator Rotate the red magnet lever to the full down position in order to release the bottom holding magnet Grasp both handles and rotate the SEO6 upward as shown to disengage the top magnets Lift the unit clear of the breaker 9 0 Sequence of Operation Steps See Section for more 1 Connect the control cable to the Actuator first Then connect the other end to the Control Station Note that the actuators will move to the neutral position if they are not already in the neutral position 5 0 Visually verify that the CLOSE plunger is fully retracted flush with the aluminum barrel and the TRIP arm is in the full up position 8 1 Push the ENABLE button Verify the YELLOW indicator light is lit steady verifying the actuators are in the neutral position and the batteries are good 6 1 Attach the actuator to the breaker 8 2 If the intended action is to close the circuit breaker charge the breaker by operating the spring ch
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