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1. CHICKEN SWITCH A Portable Actuator for Remotely Operating Pistol grip Circuit Breaker Control Switches CS Models User s Manual x CHICKEN SWITCH User s Manual for the following CS models CS 01 CS 02 CS 03 CS 04 CS 05 CS 06 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 6 0 7 0 Arc blast Hazards Safety Information 2 1 Finger pinch points 2 2 Strong magnets 2 3 Battery precautions 2 4 Charger precautions Battery Information 3 0 Battery Requirements 3 1 Battery Life 3 2 Battery Replacement Operation 4 1 Connecting the control cable 4 2 Sequence of operation 4 3 Attaching and removing the actuator 4 4 Indicator lights Care and Storage 5 1 Cleaning debris from magnets 5 2 Storage Warranty Specifications 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 respon2. Releasing the enable button has the same affect as returning the selector switch to neutral the actuator moves to neutral Note If the control switch is held in the trip or close position for longer than approximately 3 seconds the drive motor will de energize and the arm will remain in driven position When the control switch or the enable button is released the motor will energize to drive the actuator arm to neutral 4 5 Rotation selector switch only on select models Some Chicken Switch models have a selectable rotation switch If equipped the Rotation toggle switch causes the Chicken Switch to limit its angle of rotation to accommodate switches that require more or less rotation If it is unknown how much rotation a particular switch requires the user should start with the selector in the Min position If this amount of movement is inadequate return the control switch to neutral and move the Rotation toggle switch to Max and try again The Min position should be used for control switches that rotate approximately 30 degrees Max should be used for both 45 and 90 degree movements R O T A T I O N 0000 Flashing Yellow Low Voltage Inhibit ENABLE 5 0 Care and Storage 5 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 occu
3. and limits mechanical travel and performs timing functions to protect the motor ina stalled condition An intelligent H bridge motor driver provides start stop braking motor functions The H bridge has integral thermal shutdown protection 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 6 015 958 Copyright 2004 2012 MarTek Ltd All rights reserved User Manual CS Version 3 0
4. station yet enclosure lift the actuator clear of the control switch 2 If the actuator arm is not in neutral it is OK to manually rotate it to neutral 3 Position the actuator on the circuit breaker NOTICE control switch that is to be operated The black The Chicken Switch is designed as a portable rollers on the actuating arm should be on either device It is not designed to remain with the side of the pistol grip control switch handle control unit connected 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 Plug the control cable into the control station 5 Ensure you are at a safe distance from the circuit breaker that is to be operated 4 4 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 rotate in the TRIP direction CCW RTI indicates the actuator is being commanded to rotate in the CLOSE direction CW YELLOW indicates the actuator is 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
5. F 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 800 248 4958 for a return authorization MarTek Ltd 4806 Chimney Drive Charleston WV 25302 1 304 965 9220 1 800 248 4958 7 0 Specifications MECHANICAL Holding magnets Gearmotor Torque Typical operating speed Projected life ELECTRICAL Operating voltage Fuse Power supply Control Cable Controller Two magnets each rated 55 1 lbs force 12 600 Gauss All metal gears in a formed metallic housing DC brushed permanent magnet motor with 375 inch diameter shaft 9 5 mm Approximately 70 inch pounds 7 9 N m 290 milliseconds average rotation time to close the contacts on a pistol grip switch with 45 degrees of handle rotation 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 700 operations 30 feet in length 9 1 meters 5 conductor extra flexible PUR insulation Requires two hand operation The enable button must be depressed while rotating the controller selector switch A separate toggle switch allows the user to select between two levels of rotation of the actuator A programmable micro controller manages control inputs motor functions monitors
6. r use a paper towel or nylon bristle brush to clean the face of the magnets Keeping the magnet faces clean ensures that maximum holding power is maintained 5 2 Storage Remove all batteries from the control station if the device will be not be used for longer than 6 months Never store the batteries where the ambient temperature might exceed 110 F Avoid getting the unit wet or storing it in a high humidity location 6 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 O
7. shown below 3 3 To connect disconnect batteries Squeeze and p gt 3 4 CAUTION Static Discharge Potential e To avoid possible damage to electronic components disconnect the control cable before replacing batteries To avoid possible damage to electronic components disconnect control cable before replacing batteries 4 0 Operation 4 3 Attaching and Removing the Actuator ALWAYS connect the control cable to the actuator BEFORE installing the Chicken Switch To Attach 4 1 Connecting the control cable Tip the actuator and place the edge of the frame on top of the switch escutcheon plate Center the actuator with the 1 Align the arrow on the cable end with the top of the receptacle control switch as much as possible Rotate the 2 Push in and engage the threads on the coupling actuator downward nut and turn clockwise making sure the actuator 3 After one or two turns of the coupling nut push i arm properly engages the in on the cable end Repeat this until the control switch handle connector is fully seated 4 Use a similar technique of turn stop and pull to To remove disengage the cable ends Grasp the red gearbox cover and rotate the 4 2 Sequence of Operation N actuator upward Once the magnets have separated 1 Connect the control cable to the actuator do not from the switchgear connect the cable to the control
8. sible for evaluating each situation to determine if additional protective measures are needed A Electrical switching may present risk of serious injury or death This device should only be used by qualified persons after careful analysis of the hazards 2 0 Safety Information ALWAYS connect the control cable to the actuator BEFORE installing the Chicken Switch 2 1 Finger pinch points NEVER place your fingers below the red gearbox enclosure when the control station is connected to the actuator The actuator arm rollers could pinch your hand fingers against the frame or motor Q P aooo Keep fingers clear of the bottom of the actuator when the actuator is near a ferrous surface 2 2 Strong magnets The holding magnets are very strong Keep magnetically sensitive objects such as watches or computer disks away from the bottom of the actuator 3 0 3 1 3 2 Battery Requirements Sixteen 16 AA alkaline cells are required eight cells in each battery holder Carefully observe polarity when installing cells Rechargeable NiMh or NiCd can be used Battery Life A set of fresh alkaline cells should give over 700 operations Battery Replacement ALWAYS disconnect the control cable before replacing batteries to avoid possible static damage of the electronics YY O Turn the control station upside down remove the endplate retaining knob Remove the endplate and slide the cover out as
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