Ormazabal CGM.3 System2

CGM.
3 System
Medium Voltage SF6 gas-insulated cubicles
up to 38 kV according to IEEE and CSA
standards
General Instructions
IG-183-EN, version 03; 06/03/2013
Legal Deposit: BI-0272/2013
CAUTION!
When medium-voltage equipment is operating, certain components are live, other parts may be in movement, and some may reach high
temperatures. Therefore, the use of this equipment poses electrical, mechanical and thermal risks.
In order to ensure an acceptable level of protection for people and property, and in compliance with applicable environmental
recommendations, Ormazabal designs and manufactures its products according to the principle of integrated safety, based on the
following criteria:
Elimination of hazards wherever possible.
Where elimination of hazards is neither technically nor economically feasible, appropriate protection functions are
incorporated in the equipment.
Communication about remaining risks to facilitate the design of operating procedures which prevent such risks, training
for the personnel in charge of the equipment, and the use of suitable personal protection equipment.
Use of recyclable materials and establishment of procedures for the disposal of equipment and components so that once
the end of their service lives is reached, they are duly processed in accordance, as far as possible, with the
environmental restrictions established by the competent authorities.
Consequently, the equipment to which the present manual refers complies with the requirements of section 11.2 of the forthcoming
IEC standard 62271-1. It must therefore only be operated by appropriately qualified and supervised personnel, in accordance with the
requirements of standard EN 50110-1 on the safety of electrical installations and standard EN 50110-2 on activities in or near electrical
installations. Personnel must be fully familiar with the instructions and warnings contained in this manual and in other recommendations
of a more general nature which are applicable to the situation according to current legislation.
The above must be carefully observed, as the correct and safe operation of this equipment depends not only on its design but also on
general circumstances which are in general beyond the control and responsibility of the manufacturer. More specifically:
The equipment must be handled and transported appropriately from the factory to the place of installation.
All intermediate storage should occur in conditions which do not alter or damage the characteristics of the equipment or
its essential components.
Service conditions must be compatible with the equipment rating.
The equipment must be operated strictly in accordance with the instructions given in the manual, and the applicable
operating and safety principles must be clearly understood.
Maintenance should be performed properly, taking into account the actual service and environmental conditions in the
place of installation.
The manufacturer declines all liability for any significant indirect damages resulting from violation of the guarantee, under any
jurisdiction, including loss of income, stoppages and costs resulting from repair or replacement of parts.
Guarantee
The manufacturer guarantees this product against any defect in materials and operation during the contractual period. In the event that
defects are detected, the manufacturer may opt either to repair or replace the equipment. Improper handling of this equipment and its
repair by the user shall constitute a violation of the guarantee.
Registered Trademarks and Copyrights
All registered trademarks cited in this document are the property of their respective owners. The intellectual property of this manual
belongs to the manufacturer.
In view of the constant evolution in standards and design, the characteristics of the elements contained in this manual are subject to
change without prior notification.
These characteristics, as well as the availability of components, are subject to confirmation by Ormazabal.
CGM.3 System according to
IEEE and CSA Standards
Index
INDEX
Description and main characteristics
1.1
Cubicle elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.1.1
1.1.2
1.1.3
ekorVPIS voltage presence indication unit . . . . . . . . .9

ekorSAS - acoustic grounding prevention alarm unit .9
Nameplate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
1.2
Mechanical characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Transport
Lifting methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.2
Location of documentation and

accessories during transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.2.1
2.2.2
P Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
L and V Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Storage
15
Installation
16
4.1
Unpacking the equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4.2
Civil engineering works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4.3
Fastening to the floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.3.1
4.3.2
Floor fastening on a profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Fastening to the floor by anchoring . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
4.4
Connecting the cubicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.5
Grounding the equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.6
Cable connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Recommended sequence of operations 21

5.1
Checking voltage presence and phase balance 21
5.2
Operating levers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5.2.1
5.2.2
Lever for B, BR-A, AV and RAV Driving

Mechanisms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Spring charging lever for CGM.3-V . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
5.3
CGM.3-L cubicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
5.3.1
5.3.2
5.3.3
Opening operation from the grounded position . . . .23

Switch closing operation from the open position . . .23
Opening operation from the
switch-disconnector closed position . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Grounding operation from the open position . . . . . .24
Cable test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
5.3.4
5.3.5
5.4
CGM.3-S cubicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.4.1
5.4.2
Switch-disconnector closing operation . . . . . . . . . . .25

Switch-disconnector opening operation . . . . . . . . . .25
5.5
CGM.3-S-Ptd cubicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
5.5.1
5.5.2
5.5.4

Closing operation from the open
position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Opening operation from the switch-disconnector
closed position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
5.6
CGM.3-S-Pti cubicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
5.6.1
5.6.2

Closing operation from the open
position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
closed position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
5.5.3
5.6.3
5.6.4
CGM.3-P cubicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
5.7.1
5.7.2
Opening operation from the grounded position . . . . 30

Switch-disconnector closing operation from the open
position (using the BR-A driving mechanism) . . . . . 30
closed position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Grounding operation from the open position . . . . . . 31
Selection of Recommended Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Fuse replacement sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
5.7.3
5.7.4
5.7.5
5.7.6
12
2.1
5.7
5.8
CGM.3-RB with grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
5.8.1
5.8.2
Opening operation from the grounded position . . . . 35

Grounding operation from the open position . . . . . . 35
5.9
CGM.3-V cubicle with driving mechanism

A(M)V . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
5.9.1
5.9.2
5.9.3
5.9.4
Opening operation from the grounded position . . . .

Closing operation from the open position . . . . . . . .
Opening operation from the closed position . . . . . .
Grounding operation from the open position . . . . . .
5.10
CGM.3-V cubicle with driving mechanism

A(M)V (3G) or RA(M)V (3G) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
5.10.1
5.10.2
5.10.3
5.10.4
Opening operation from the grounding position . . .

Closing operation from the open position . . . . . . . .
Opening operation from the closed position . . . . . .
Grounding operation from the open position . . . . .
Interlocks
36
37
37
38
39
40
41
42
44
6.1
Locking with a Padlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
6.2
Locking with a Key Lock (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Maintenance
45
7.1
Voltage presence indicator test . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
7.2
Acoustic grounding prevention alarm test . . . . . 45
7.2.1
Connecting the ekorSAS unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
7.3
Specific maintenance for the

CGM.3-V cubicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Additional information
8.1
47
Spares and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
8.2
Environmental information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
8.3
Electrical characteristics of the driving

mechanisms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
8.3.1
8.3.2
Coils and Indicating Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Motorized units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
IG-183-EN version 03
The CGM.3 system is made up of a range of fully insulated

modular SF6 cubicles, which allow the configuration of
different medium voltage secondary electrical distribution
diagrams up to 38 kV.
1.1 Cubicle elements

Each cubicle is made up of a series of independent
compartments:
CGM.3 system cubicles comply, as applicable, with the

following standards:
Standard
CAN CSA C22.2
No.31-04
IEEE C37.74
IEEE C37.20.03
IEEE 1247
IEEE C37.123
IEEE C37.20.04
IEEE C37.04
IEEE C37.06
IEEE C37.09
IEEE C37.20.7
IEC 60529
IEC 61958
Description
Switchgear assemblies
IEEE Standard Requirements for Subsurface,
Vault, and Pad-Mounted Load-Interrupter
Switchgear and Fused Load-Interrupter
Switchgear for Alternating Current Systems Up to
38 kV
IEEE Standard for Metal-Enclosed Interrupter
Switchgear
IEEE Standard for Interrupter Switches for
Alternating Current, Rated Above 1000 Volts
IEEE Guide to Specifications for Gas-Insulated,
Electric Power Substation Equipment
IEEE Standard for Indoor AC Switches
(1 kV - 38 kV) for Use in Metal-Enclosed
Switchgear
IEEE Standard Rating Structure for AC HighVoltage Circuit Breakers
AC high-voltage circuit breakers rated on a
symmetrical current basis: preferential ratings and
related capacities required
IEEE Standard Test Procedure for AC HighVoltage Circuit Breakers Rated on a Symmetrical
Current Basis
IEEE Guide for Testing Medium Voltage MetalEnclosed Switchgear for Internal Arcing Faults
Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP
Code)
Voltage presence indicating systems
1
2
3
3a
3b
Gas tank
Driving mechanism compartment
Base
Cable compartment
Gas relief compartment
Fig. 1.1: Main components of CGM.3 modular cubicles

1)
Gas tank: Sealed compartment which houses the

busbar and the switching and breaking elements,
where the insulating medium is SF6.
The tank has a membrane to allow gases to escape in the

event of an internal arc.
The CGM.3 system comprises the following functional
units:
CAUTION
Do not refill the switchgear.
Modular Units
CGM.3-L
Feeder cubicle
CGM.3-S
Busbar switch cubicle
CGM.3-S-Pt
Busbar switch cubicle with ground connection on

the right (Ptd) or on the left (Pti)
CGM.3-P
Fuse protection cubicle
CGM.3-V
Circuit-breaker cubicle
CGM.3-RB
Busbar rise cubicle
CGM.3-RC
Cable rise cubicle
Fig. 1.2: Gas tank
Fig. 1.4: Device for coupling the switch
Each tank has a manometer for checking the gas pressure,

which can easily be seen from outside the cubicle. The
manometer scale is divided into different colors: red, grey
and green. For safe operation, the needle must be in the
green zone of the corresponding temperature band.
Switch-Disconnector and Grounding Switch: This has

three positions: closed, open or grounded.
This switch is operated using driving mechanisms with two
different shafts: one for the switch (switching between the
Closed and Open positions); and the other for the
grounding switch (which switches between the Open and
Grounded positions) on the feeder cables, and in the case
of fused protection cubicles, on the six fuse holder clamps.
These elements are operated independently so that their
actuation speed does not depend on the speed of the
manual operation.
Vacuum Circuit-Breaker: The CGM.3-V cubicle's circuitbreaker uses vacuum switching technology.
The circuit-breaker is actuated by means of the pushbutton on the front of the cubicle. For manual operation,
springs must be charged with the corresponding lever.
Fig. 1.3: Manometer
CAUTION
Pressure gauge is not intended to be used for
telemetry purposes.
Includes a padlockable coupling device which allows the
driving mechanism to be replaced regardless of the
position of the switch-disconnector: closed, open or
grounded.
To ensure that the isolating distance is adequate, the

CGM.3-V cubicle's circuit-breaker comes standard with a
switch-disconnector and a grounding switch. This element
is operated using a specific lever, depending on the type of
driving mechanism model.
The CGM.3-V circuit-breaker cubicles can be equipped
with an electromechanical safety device called an
undervoltage coil. Its function is to ensure that the cubicle
switch opens in the event of an unexpected drop of more
than 30% in the auxiliary voltage.
CGM.3-S
CAUTION
When the CGM.3-V circuit-breaker cubicles have an
undervoltage coil, a possible lack of auxiliary voltage
in the coil could cause the cubicle to block if it is in
grounding position.
For these occasions, the undervoltage coil has a
manual blocking mechanism that retains the trip rod
while the manual mechanism remains actuated and
the coil has no voltage.
For more information on how to carry out the manual
blocking of the undervoltage coil or how to act in the
event of an accidental blocking of the cubicle, see the
corresponding spares and accessories instructions
document.
2)
Driving Mechanism Compartment: this is the

compartment in which the switch-disconnector or
the circuit-breaker is actuated, depending on the
type of cubicle. The mimic diagram for the main
medium voltage circuit is displayed on the cover of
this compartment.
The mimic diagram includes all the position indicators for

the actuators.
b
c
d
Switch-disconnector actuation zone (B and BM driving

mechanisms)
Status Indicators
GREEN open
RED closed
Actuation shaft access handle
Fig. 1.6: Mimic diagram of CGM.3-S cubicle

CGM.3-S-Ptd
Elements in the driving mechanism area of modular

cubicles:
CGM.3-L
a
b
a
b
c
d
e
Grounding switch actuation zone

mechanisms)
Status Indicators
GREEN open
RED closed
ekorVPIS voltage presence indicator
c
d
e

mechanisms)
Status Indicators
GREEN open
RED closed
Fig. 1.7: Mimic diagram of CGM.3-S-Ptd cubicle
Fig. 1.5: Mimic diagram of CGM.3-L cubicle
CGM.3-S-Pti
a
b
c
d
e
CGM.3-V

mechanisms)
Status Indicators
GREEN open
RED closed
Fig. 1.8: Mimic diagram of CGM.3-S-Pti cubicle

CGM.3-P
a
b
a
b
c
d
f
g
h
n
c
Spring charging and simultaneous switch actuation zone
(BR-A driving mechanisms)
Status Indicators
GREEN open
RED closed
Switch opening button (BR-A driving mechanism)
Fuse status indicator
Spring status indicator
Fig. 1.9: Mimic diagram of CGM.3-P cubicle
d
f
h
i
j
k
l
m
n

Spring charging and simultaneous switch actuation zone
(B driving mechanisms)
Status Indicators
GREEN open
RED closed
ekorRPG protection unit
Operation counter
Spring charging shaft
Circuit-breaker opening
Circuit-breaker closing
Circuit-breaker position indicator
Spring status indicator
Fig. 1.10: Mimic diagram of CGM.3-V (A(M)V) and

CGM.3-V (3G) cubicles
CGM.3-RC
CGM.3-RB with grounding
a
c
d
f
Fig. 1.13: Mimic diagram of CGM.3-RC cubicle

Status Indicators
GREEN open
RED closed
3)
Fig. 1.11: Mimic diagram of CGM.3-RB with grounding

CGM.3-RB without grounding
Base: made up of the cable compartment (3a)

and the gas relief compartment (3b), see Figures
1.1 and 1.2. The first is located in the lower front
part of the cubicle and has a cover interlocked with
the unit's ground connection, which allows front
access to the medium voltage cables.
The gas relief compartment is located in the lower rear

section of the cubicle. In the event of an internal arc, the
gases produced are deflected downwards and to the rear,
and in no way affecting any persons, cables, or the rest of
the installation switchgear.
For cubicles with 1 s internal arc, the gases are
diverted to the trench.
a
c
d
f

Status Indicators
GREEN open
RED closed
Fig. 1.12: Mimic diagram of CGM.3-RB without grounding
Fig. 1.14: Cable compartment
1.1.1 ekorVPIS voltage presence indication unit

The ekorVPIS unit displays three signals, which
correspond to each of the phases. The presence of voltage
is indicated in each phase by means of flashing indicators.
The ekorVPIS unit indicates the presence of voltage in the
operating range specified in the IEC 61958 standard.
ekorVPIS displays the following indications:
1.1.2 ekorSAS - acoustic grounding prevention

alarm unit
The ekorSAS grounding prevention alarm is an acoustic
indicator which works in association with the grounding
shaft handle and the ekorVPIS voltage presence indicator.
Both operate within the same range. The alarm is
activated when there is voltage in the cubicle's medium
voltage feeder and the lever is inserted in the grounding
switch shaft. A sound then warns the operator that if he
performs the operation, a short-circuit in the network might
occur.
This unit is standard on CGM.3 system feeder
functional units and supplied to order in the rest of
the functional units.
2
3
4
The numbering corresponds to the order of the phases,

from left to right, seen from the front of the cubicle. Each
phase has a test point for checking the phase balance
between cubicles.
Display each of the indicator phases
Voltage presence indicator
A flashing light indicates the presence of voltage in that
phase.
Ground test point
This is only used for comparing the phases.
Fig. 1.15: ekorVPIS Voltage Presence Indication Unit
Fig. 1.16: Location of ekorSAS unit
The test points for the ground and the three phases make it
easier to check the phase balance between cubicles. Any
universal comparator which complies with specifications of
standard IEC 61958 can be used for this purpose.
If the indicators do not light up, use other means to
check that there is no voltage.
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1.1.3 Nameplate
1.2 Mechanical characteristics
Every cubicle has a name plate indicating some of the

following values:
The dimensions and weights of the CGM.3 cubicle system

are represented in the following table.
Fig. 1.17: Nameplate

Nameplate
No.
Manual of General Instructions (IG) corresponding

to the system
Cubicle serial number (*)
Identifier
Cubicle model
Type
Type of circuit-breaker (if applicable)
Ur
Equipment rated voltage (kV)
BIL (Up)
Lightning impulse withstand voltage (kV)
Ud
Power frequency withstand voltage (kV)
fr
Ua
Equipment rated frequency (Hz)

Equipment rated continuous current and load
switching current (A)
Equipment rated cable-charging switching current
(A)
Equipment rated unloaded transformer switching
current (A) (if applicable)
Number of mechanical operations (switch: 1000 or
5000 operations; circuit-breaker 2000 or 10000
operations)
Short-time withstand current/ Short-time withstand
peak value - Fault making current (kA)
Short-time withstand current time (s)
Rated filling pressure for insulation / Rated filling
pressure for operation (kPa)
Minimum functional pressure for insulation /
Minimum functional pressure for operation (kPa)
Rated auxiliary voltage (V)
SF6
Weight of insulating fluid (g)
Weight
Total weight of cubicle (kg)
Date
Month and year of manufacture
Tc
Thermal class (C)

Percentage of Direct Current component in circuitbreaker cubicle
Rated interrupting time in circuit-breaker cubicle
Rated operating duty cycle in circuit-breaker
cubicle
Rated short-circuit switching current in circuitbreaker cubicle
Factory address
General instr.
Ir / Iload
Icc
Iut
M1 or M2
I k / Ip
tk
Pre / Pme
Pme / Pmm
DC
Int.time
Duty Cycle
Isc
Address
Fig. 1.18: CGM.3 dimensions
(*) In the event of a problem or non-conformity,

note down this number and send it to Ormazabal.
Module
S-Pt
Internal arc up to
20 kA - 0.5 s
Internal arc[2]up to
20 kA[3]- 1 s
Internal arc[2] up to
25 kA - 1 s
Internal arc up to
20 kA - 0.5 s
20 kA[3]- 1 s
Internal arc up to
20 kA - 0.5 s
20 kA[3]- 1 s
Internal arc up to
20 kA - 0.5 s
20 kA[3]- 1 s
25 kA - 1 s
Width
(a)
(inches)
[mm]
Depth
(f)
(inches)
[mm]
Height
(h)
(inches)
[mm]
Bushings
Height
(g)
(inches)
[mm]
(313)
[142]
(16)
[418]
(33[1])
[850[1]]
(69)
[1745]
(16)
[418]
(33)
[850]
(69)
[1745]
(24)
[600]
(33)
[850]
(69)
[1745]
(19)
[480]
(40)
[1010]
(69)
[1745]
(21)
[525]
(41)
[1042]
20 kA[3]- 1 s
25 kA - 1 s
(24)
[600][4]
(33)
[850]
(69)
[1745]
(27)
[695]
RB
RB with
grounding
[1]
Internal arc up to
20 kA[3] - 1 s
Internal arc up to
25 kA - 1 s
Internal arc up to
20 kA - 0.5 s
20 kA[3]- 1 s
25 kA - 1 s
(14)
[367]
(33)
[831]
(507)
[230]
(562)
[255]
(69)
[1745]
(133)
[60]
(304)
[138]
(16)
[418]
(33)
[850]
Cubicle with double cable: 37 inches (930 mm).
[2]
The IAC category means that all the medium voltage

cubicle compartments are protected against internal arcs.
[3]
(298)
[135]
(315)
[143]
(386)
[175]
(408)
[185]
(485)
[220]
(93)
[42]
No internal arc
RC left
RC right
(357)
[162]
(551)
[250]
Internal arc up to
20 kA - 0.5 s
V
Weight
(pounds)
[kg]
Tests conducted with a current of 21 kA.
[4]
As an option, there is also available a 23 inches

(595 mm) wide model of the CGM.3-V cubicle. Contact
Ormazabal.
(69)
[1745]
(41)
[1042]
(348)
[158]
11
12
Transport
Transport
2.1 Lifting methods

The cubicles must always be kept upright, directly on the
ground or on a pallet depending on the type of handling
involved.
To handle CGM.3 assemblies with up to 4 functional units,
one of the following methods should be used:
1)
Using a forklift truck or hand-operated pallet truck.
Fig. 2.2: Lifting a CGM.3 modular cubicle with slings

3)
if it is not possible to use the aforementioned

methods, rollers may be used underneath the
cubicles. Another option is to slide the cubicles over
rods (these same rods can be used to get over the
trench).
4)
To handle 5 functional unit CGM.3 assemblies

use lifting systems (slings, lifting beam, etc,...) with
a pull angle greater than 65 and less than 115 in
order to prevent possible damage to the cubicles
during hoisting.
Fig. 2.1: Lifting a CGM.3 modular cubicle using a fork-lift

truck
Position the rear of the cubicle facing the driver, to
avoid damaging the front.
2)
Raising it using slings fixed to the lifting supports on

the sides of the top of the cubicle. The angle of pull
should be as vertical as possible (with an angle of
more than 60 from the horizontal).
Fig. 2.3: Lifting a CGM.3 assembly with 5 functional units
Transport
2.2.1 P Modules
Fig. 2.4: Lifting a CGM.3 assembly with a forklift truck

Fig. 2.5: Location of documentation and accessories
CAUTION
The use of lifting beams is required for cubicle
assemblies with control boxes As the sole exception,
slings may be used if the cubicles of the assembly
have identical height control boxes installed.
2.2.2 L and V Modules
2.2 Location of documentation and

accessories during transport
During transport, the cubicle must be perfectly seated and
fixed so that it cannot move about and possibly damage
the equipment.
The corresponding documentation (General Instructions,
electrical diagrams, etc.) is supplied with the cubicles, as
well as a set of accessories located at the rear of the
cubicles, as indicated in the figures below:
The cubicle models with internal arc for 1 s have
the accessories box located on the roof of the tank.
Fig. 2.6: Location of documentation and accessories
13
14
Transport
Depending on the medium voltage cubicle model, the

accessory box contains some of the following items:
Ormazabal's IG-183 General Instructions

Document
Actuating lever
Spring charging lever
Cubicle connecting kit:

ORMALINK
Springs
Syntheso grease
Grounding bar
End plug kit:

Cubicle end assembly
Nylon thread
Plastic plugs
Side cover
Storage
Storage
If they need to be stored, Ormazabal's Medium Voltage

cubicles must be placed on dry ground or, if necessary, on
top of damp-proof insulating material, and always in its
original packaging.
After prolonged storage, clean all the insulating parts
carefully before commissioning the equipment. The
enclosure should be cleaned with a clean dry lint-free cloth.
Available in - 40 F (- 40 C) indoor class cubicles

The recommended conditions of storage are as follows:
Maximum height above sea level 6500 feet

(2000 m).
Do not store in harsh environments.
The equipment must be adjusted to the existing

atmospheric pressure. Otherwise, the manometer needle
may indicate an incorrect value (red scale) even if the
equipment internal pressure is correct.
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Installation
Installation
4.1 Unpacking the equipment
4.2 Civil engineering works
CGM.3 system cubicles come wrapped in protective

plastic.
The minimum distances to the walls and roof, and from the
trench for the medium voltage cables are as follows:
On receiving the equipment, check that the goods supplied

correspond to the order and associated documentation.
The procedure for unpacking the equipment is as follows:
1)
Using a blade, cutter or similar tool, cut the

cellophane the cubicle is wrapped in
It is advisable to cut the cellophane at the rear of
the cubicle or at the corner to avoid scratching the
surface.
2)
Remove the cellophane.
3)
Detach the white polystyrene corner pieces.
4)
Unscrew the fixings between the base and the

pallet.
5)
Remove the pallet, handling the cubicle as

indicated in section 2.1.
6)
Unpack the documentation and accessories box

located at the bottom rear section or on the roof of
the cubicle, depending on the cubicle model.
7)
Remove the self-adhesive protective plastic from

the cable compartment cover.
8)
Dispose of any waste in an environmentally-friendly

manner.
It is advisable to make a visual inspection of the equipment

to check whether it has suffered any damage in transit. If
so, contact Ormazabal immediately.
Fig. 4.1: Minimum installation distances

Minimum Distances
(Inches)
[mm]
Side wall (a)
(4) [100]
Ceiling (b)
(24) [600]
(20)
(500)
Front clearance (c)
Function
CGM.3-L/S
CAUTION
The self-adhesive plastic must be removed from the
cable compartment cover so that the equipment
enclosures ground connection may have the proper
electrical continuity.
Rear wall (d)

(4) [100] / (6) [160](*)
CGM.3-P
CGM.3-V
(4) [100] / (6) [160](*)
CGM.3-RC/RB
( )
* Diagrams combined
(4) [100] / (6) [160](*)
with P modules.
These measurements have been obtained in

accordance with the internal arc tests, which have
been carried out in a compartment 90 inches
[2300 mm] high, for gas-insulated modules,
according to Annex A of Standard IEC 62271-200
for Class IAC, AFL similar to IEEE C37.20.7 for
Class 1D-SR or 1D-SL.
Installation
The space required to extend the assembly with an

additional cubicle is 10 inches (250 mm) plus the width of
the new cubicle.
In the event of doubt, ask Ormazabal.
4.3.2 Fastening to the floor by anchoring

If the floor of the Transformer Substation is even enough, it
is advisable to install the medium voltage cubicle assembly
directly anchored to the floor.
The sequence for anchoring the cubicles to the floor is as
follows:
1)
4.3 Fastening to the floor
Operate the cubicle's switch to the grounding

position.
Before assembling the cubicles, the floor must be carefully

leveled to prevent any deformation which may make it
difficult to connect the cubicles to one another.
See section 5 Recommended sequence of

operations of this General Instructions document.
The cubicles can be fastened to the floor with or without a

profile.
By default, the cubicles are supplied with the

switch in grounding position.
2)
a
b
c
Remove the cable compartment cover, using the

central handle on the cover to pull it up and forward
as indicated in the figure.
M10 x 25 screw
65 x 65 x 4 profile
Anchoring support
Fig. 4.2: Fastening cubicles on profile
4.3.1 Floor fastening on a profile

If the floor of the Transformer Substation is not sufficiently
uniform, it is advisable to install the medium voltage cubicle
assembly on an auxiliary profile, to make it easier to
connect them. This profile, which can be supplied to order,
must be anchored to the floor using expansion screws.
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Installation
Module
Anchoring Dimensions
(inches)
[mm]
L
S
S-Pt
P
V
RB
Fig. 4.3: Removing the cable compartment cover

3)
Anchor the first medium voltage cubicle to the floor

of the installation, using screws at the points
prepared in its base. This will prevent vibrations or
movements due to short-circuits, possible flooding
of the Transformer Substation, etc. Bear the
following dimensions and figures in mind.
RB with
grounding
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RC
(2)
[50]
(2)
[50]
(2)
[50]
(2)
[50]
(2)
[50]
(2)
[50]
(14) (10)
[368] [245]
(14)
[368]
(22)
[550]
(17)
(2)
[430] [60]
(22) (13)
[550] [325]
(14) (10)
[368] [245]
(2)
[50]
(14) (10)
[368] [245]
(2)
[50]
(12)
[317]
435
f
Internal Internal
arc up
arc up
to
to
20 kA - 20 kA 0.5 s
1s
(21)
(28)
[540]
[710]
(21)
(28)
[540]
[710]
(21)
(28)
[540]
[710]
(21)
(28)
[540]
[710]
(21)
(28)
[540]
[710]
(21)
(28)
[540]
[710]
(21)
[540]
-*
(28)
[710]
(28)
[710]
Internal
arc up
to
25 kA
-1s
(28)
[710]
(28)
[710]
(28)
[710]
(28)
[710]
(28)
[710]
(28)
[710]
(28)
[710]
(28)
[710]
RC left
(8)
[209]
RC right
(6)
[158]
* No internal arc (21) [540]
Fig. 4.4: Anchoring points in CGM.3 cubicles

Fig. 4.5: Anchoring points in cubicles CGM.3 -L, -S,
-S-Pt, -P,-V, -RB, -RB with grounding
Installation
4.4 Connecting the cubicles

The joining of cubicles must be carried out as indicated in
Ormazabal's Spares and Accessories document RA-163,
which is supplied with the materials kit used for connecting
cubicles.
4.5 Grounding the equipment

For connecting the general grounding collector, follow the
procedures listed below:
1)
Screw the ground connection bar between each

2 Medium Voltage cubicles, at their back side, using
2 M8 x 20 hexagonal screws. Apply a tightening
torque of 15 Nm.
Tools:
0.5118 in (13 mm) spanner.
Torque wrench with 0.5118 in (13 mm) adapter.
Fig. 4.6: Anchoring points in cubicles CGM.3 -L, -S,

-S-Pt, -P, -V, -RB, -RB with grounding & double
cable
Fig. 4.8: Grounding the equipment

2)
Fig. 4.7: Anchoring points in CGM.3-RC cubicles
Once properly leveled, the final installation of the medium
voltage cubicle assembly only requires electrical and
mechanical coupling between the different cubicles, and
then anchoring to the floor, which must be carried out as
indicated above.
Connect the end grounding bar, marked with the

symbol, to the Transformer Substation's general
ground connection.
CAUTION
Grounding the equipment is an essential condition
for safety.
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Installation
4.6 Cable connection

The medium voltage incoming and outgoing feeders are
linked to the transformer or other cubicles via cables.
These cables and the corresponding bushings on the
CGM.3 system cubicles can be connected with simple
(plug-in) or reinforced (screw-in) connecting points, either
IEC type or IEEE-386 compliant.
The cable compartment contains the connecting cable
bushings for the incoming and outgoing lines, as well as for
the outputs to the transformer.
The size of the cable compartment allows the use of both
insulated and partially insulated terminals.
It is advisable to use fully insulated connectors for
voltages of 36 kV, according to HD 629.
CAUTION
Never touch live connectors, not even screened
connectors. Screening does not constitute a
protection against direct contact.
When the equipment is in service and a reserve
cubicle is left with voltage in the upper busbar and
without the cables in the lower bushings, insulating
plugs must be placed in the bushings or close the
grounding switch and lock that position with a
padlock.
Recommended sequence of operations
DANGER
Before carrying out any operation when voltage is
present, check the SF6 gas pressure, using the
manometer.
Do not operate if SF6 pressure is low.
For safety reasons, maintenance operations
performed directly on the driving mechanism must be
performed WITHOUT any actuating lever inserted.
CAUTION
5.1 Checking voltage presence and

phase balance
Any universal comparator which complies with
specifications of standard IEC 61958 can be used for
checking that the medium voltage cables are correctly
connected to the transformer substations feeder cubicles.
On demand, Ormazabal can supply the ekorSPC
phase comparator unit.
Firstly, connect the red cables of the ekorSPC unit to the
corresponding phase test points on the ekorVPIS units,
and the black cable to the ground test point. This operation
must be repeated for all the phases L1, L2 and L3.
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2
Comparison of balanced phases

There is NO indication on the comparator.
Comparison of unbalanced phases
YES, there is indication on the comparator.
Fig. 5.1: Connecting the ekorSPC unit
See section 1.1.1. ekorVPIS - Voltage Presence

Indicator Unit of this General Instructions
document.
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5.2 Operating levers

CAUTION
The CGM.3 system cubicles are operated with 3 different
types of lever, depending on the type of driving mechanism
used.
5.2.1 Lever for B, BR-A, AV and RAV Driving

Mechanisms
This is an anti-reflex lever for performing closing (I) and
opening (O) operations in the switch/disconnector
respectively, without exceeding the medium voltage
cubicle's maneuvering limits.
CGM.3-V A(M)V
CGM.3-V (3G)
Fig. 5.2: Driving mechanism lever

This type of lever prevents the opposite operation being
carried out immediately after opening or closing the switch.
5.2.2 Spring charging lever for CGM.3-V

The spring charging lever is used to manually charge the
springs in the circuit breaker driving mechanism.
Fig. 5.3: Spring charged lever types for CGM.3-V cubicle
5.3 CGM.3-L cubicle

5.3.1 Opening operation from the grounded
position
5.3.2 Switch closing operation from the open

position
1)
Move the actuation shaft access handle in the

yellow zone to its lower position.
1)
Move the actuation shaft access handle in the grey

zone to its lower position.
2)
Insert the lever in the grounding switch actuation

shaft and turn anticlockwise.
2)
Insert the lever in the switch-disconnector actuation

shaft and turn clockwise.
3)
Remove the lever, the handle returns to its original

position.
3)

position.
4)
Verify that the cubicle is in disconnected position.
4)
Verify that the cubicle is in closed position.
Fig. 5.4: Opening operation from grounding position in

CGM.3-L
Fig. 5.5: Closing operation from open position in

CGM.3-L
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5.3.3 Opening operation from the switchdisconnector closed position
5.3.4 Grounding operation from the open

position
1)

1)

2)

2)

3)

position.
3)

position.
4)
4)
Verify that the cubicle is in grounding position.
Fig. 5.6: Opening operation from switch closed position

in CGM.3-L
Fig. 5.7: Grounding from open position CGM.3-L
5.3.5 Cable test
5.4.2 Switch-disconnector opening operation
To test the cables in CGM.3-L feeder cubicles, B/BM

driving mechanisms with this feature must be ordered.
1)
Move the actuation shaft access handle to its lower

position.
These driving mechanisms allow the operation of going

from grounding switch closed to switch-disconnector open,
even when the cable compartment cover is open. Thus, the
switch-disconnector cannot be changed to the closed
position until this cover has been put back.
2)
Insert the lever in the actuation shaft and turn

anticlockwise.
3)

position.
4)
5.4 CGM.3-S cubicle

5.4.1 Switch-disconnector closing operation
1)

position.
2)
Insert the lever in the actuation shaft and turn

clockwise.
3)

position.
4)
Fig. 5.9: Opening the switch in CGM.3-S
Fig. 5.8: Closing the switch in CGM.3-S
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5.5 CGM.3-S-Ptd cubicle

position
5.5.2 Closing operation from the open

position
1)

1)

2)

2)

3)

position.
3)

position.
4)
4)
Fig. 5.10: Opening operation from grounded position in

CGM.3-S-Ptd

CGM.3-S-Ptd

position
1)

1)

2)

2)

3)

position.
3)

position.
4)
4)
Fig. 5.12: Opening operation from switch position closed

in CGM.3-S-Ptd
Fig. 5.13: Grounding from open position in CGM.3-S-Ptd
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5.6 CGM.3-S-Pti cubicle

position
5.6.2 Closing operation from the open

position
1)

1)

2)

2)

3)

position.
3)

position.
4)
4)

CGM.3-S-Pti

CGM.3-S-Pti

position
1)

1)

2)
Insert the lever in the switch actuation shaft and

turn anticlockwise.
2)

3)

position.
3)

position.
4)
4)

in CGM.3-S-Pti
Fig. 5.17: Grounding from open position in CGM.3-S-Pti
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5.7 CGM.3-P cubicle

position
1)
2)

position.
3)
Remove the lever. The handle returns to its original

position.
4)

CGM.3-P
5.7.2 Switch-disconnector closing operation

from the open position (using the BR-A
driving mechanism)
1)

position.
2)

shaft and turn clockwise. In the same turn, the
switch-disconnector is closed and the retaining
springs are charged.
3)

position.
4)

CGM.3-P

position
1)
The switch can be opened manually, using the

push-button on the front of the cubicle, an opening
coil, or due to action by the fuses.
1)

position.
2)
2)

3)

position.
4)

in CGM.3-P
Fig. 5.21: Grounding from open position in CGM.3-P
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5.7.5 Selection of Recommended Fuses

The fuses recommended for use in the fuse protection
functional unit are defined according to tests carried out by
the manufacturers. The following table shows the
recommended fuse ratings according to the Ur/Ptransf. ratio:
Ur
Line [kV]
34.5
100 125
6.3 6.3
160
10
Rated Transformer Power WITHOUT OVERLOAD [kVA]

200 250 315 400 500
630
800 1000 1250 1600 2000
10
16
16
20
20
31.5 31.5
40
40
50
63
2500
80*
Remarks:
General operating conditions: Without overload, and temperature < 104 F (40 C).
The values marked with an (*) correspond to SSK-type fuses.
Maximum permitted power loss for a fuse: < 75 W.
Recommended fuses: SIBA 20/36 kV, type HH, medium type striker
For other brands of fuses and for protection with overload, consult Ormazabal.
Temperature-rise testing of the fuse switch assembly, according to IEC 62271-105.
5.7.6 Fuse replacement sequence

If any of the 3 fuses blows, the switch-disconnector (a) will
open automatically; this is indicated by the red position
indicator (b) located on the front of the driving mechanism
compartment.
In order to replace the fuses, the following procedures

must be followed:
1)
Close the grounding switch (c).
2)
Remove the cable and fuse compartment access

cover by pulling the handle (d) up.
Fig. 5.22: Fuse tripping indication in CGM.3-P

As an option, an auxiliary blown fuse indication for
any of the 3 fuses is also available. More
precisely, it consists of a normally open contact
(NO) plus a normally closed contact (1NO + 1NC)
for auxiliary circuits, such as an illuminated
indication showing that any of the fuses has blown.
Fig. 5.23: Opening the cable compartment cover

3)
Pull up the handle on the fuse holder cover until the

locking clip is unhooked and then pull sharply
outwards to open the fuse holder.
Fig. 5.26: Changing the medium voltage fuse

6)
Insert the fuse holder carriage in its compartment by

pulling it inward.
Fig. 5.24: Opening the fuse holder

4)
Remove the fuse holder carriage by pulling it

outward.
Fig. 5.25: Removing the fuse holder carriage

5)
Replace the blown fuse, taking special care with the

striker as shown in the figure.
CAUTION
Fig. 5.27: Inserting the fuse holder carriage
Make sure that the end of the new fuse with the
striker faces the carriage insulator end. It is advisable
to change all three fuses, even if only one of them
appears to be damaged.
CAUTION
Before inserting the fuse holder carriage in the fuse
protection cubicle, ensure that both the carriage as
well as the inside of the fuse holder are properly
cleaned.
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7)
Reset the fuse striker by pressing downward with

the thumb.
9)
Place the fuse and cable compartment access

cover (a) by pushing it downward and ensuring it is
locked on the CGM.3-P cubicle, taking into account
that the green fuse status indicator (b) enables it to
be installed.
Fig. 5.28: Resetting the striker in the fuse holder cover

8)
Close the cover and check that all the strikers have
been reset.
Fig. 5.30: Closing the cable compartment cover in

CGM.3-P
10)
Commission the cubicle, following the instructions

in section 5.7 of this document, which correspond to
the opening operation in the CGM.3-P cubicle.
Fig. 5.29: Closing the fuse holder
5.8 CGM.3-RB with grounding

position

position
1)

1)

2)

2)

3)

position.
3)

position.
4)
4)
Fig. 5.31: Opening operation from grounding position in

CGM.3-RB with grounding
Fig. 5.32: Grounding from open position in CGM.3-RB

with grounding
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5.9 CGM.3-V cubicle with driving

mechanism A(M)V
position
Initial conditions: Ground switch closed and
circuit-breaker closed.
1)
Move the access handle in the yellow zone to its

lower position.
2)
Insert the lever in the grounding actuation shaft and

turn anticlockwise.
3)

position.
4)
Open the circuit-breaker by pressing the 0 button

on the front push-button and check the status
indicator.
5)
Fig. 5.33: Disconnection from grounded position in

CGM.3-V
5.9.2 Closing operation from the open position

Initial conditions: Grounding switch open, circuitbreaker open and springs charged.
1)
Move the access handle in the grey zone to its

lower position.
2)

3)

position.
4)
Close the circuit-breaker by pressing button I, and

check the status indicator.
Manual Driving Mechanism (AV): Charge the springs,

actuating the charging lever until it indicates that the spring
is charged. Once the spring has been charged, close the
switch by pressing the close button; then check the status
indicator and whether voltage is present in the ekorVPIS
unit.
Motor Driving Mechanism (AMV): Close the switch by
pressing the closing button; then check the status indicator
and whether voltage is present in the ekorVPIS unit.
Fig. 5.34: Connection from open position in CGM.3-V
5.9.3 Opening operation from the closed

position
Initial conditions: Circuit-breaker closed,
grounding switch open and springs charged.
1)
Open the circuit-breaker by pressing the 0

opening button on the front push-button and check
the status indicator.
2)
Check that no voltage is present using the

ekorVPIS unit.
3)

lower position.
4)

5)

position.
6)
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position
Initial conditions: Circuit-breaker open and
grounding switch open with springs charged.
1)
Close the circuit-breaker by pressing the I close

button and check the status indicator.
2)

ekorVPIS unit.
3)

lower position.
4)

5)

position.
6)
Fig. 5.35: Disconnection from closed position in CGM.3-V
5.10 CGM.3-V cubicle with driving

mechanism A(M)V (3G) or RA(M)V
(3G)
5.10.1 Opening operation from the grounding
position
Initial conditions: Ground switch closed and
circuit-breaker closed.
1)

lower position.
2)
Insert the lever in the grounding actuation shaft and

turn anticlockwise.
3)

position.
Fig. 5.36: Grounding from open position in CGM.3-V

When undertaking work with the cubicle powered
down, it is mandatory to interlock the grounding
position with either a padlock or a safety lock.
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tight. Once the spring has been tightened, close the switch
by pressing the close button; then check the status
indicator and whether voltage is present in the ekorVPIS
unit.
Motor Driving Mechanism (AMV): Close the switch by
pressing the closing button; then check the status indicator
and whether voltage is present in the ekorVPIS unit.
Fig. 5.37: Opening from ground for AV (3G) mechanisms
5.10.2 Closing operation from the open position

Initial conditions: Grounding switch open, circuitbreaker closed and springs charged.
1)
Open the circuit-breaker by pressing the 0 button

on the front push-button and check the status
indicator.
2)

lower position.
3)
Insert the lever in the disconnector actuation shaft

and turn clockwise.
4)

position.
5)
Close the circuit-breaker by pressing button I, and

check the status indicator.
Manual Driving Mechanism (AV): Charge springs,

operating the charge lever (see Section 5.2.2 Spring
charging lever for CGM.3-V), until the spring is shown as
Fig. 5.38: Connection from open position for AV (3G)

mechanisms
5.10.3 Opening operation from the closed

position
Initial conditions: Circuit-breaker closed, grounding
switch open and springs charged.
1)
Open the circuit-breaker by pressing the 0

opening button on the front push-button and check
the status indicator.
2)

ekorVPIS unit.
3)
Move the handle in the grey zone to its lower

position.
4)
Insert the lever in the disconnector actuation shaft

and turn anticlockwise.
5)

position.
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Fig. 5.39: Disconnection from closed position for AV (3G)

mechanisms

position
Initial conditions: Circuit-breaker open and
grounding switch open with springs charged.
1)
Close the circuit-breaker by pressing the I close

button and check the status indicator.
2)

ekorVPIS unit.
3)

lower position.
4)

5)

position.
Fig. 5.40: Grounding from open position for AV (3G)

mechanisms
When undertaking work with the cubicle powered
down, it is mandatory to interlock the grounding
position with either a padlock or a safety lock.
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Interlocks
Interlocks
The CGM.3 switchgear incorporates safety locks required

to ensure the following conditions:
1)
The switch-disconnector and the grounding switch

cannot both be in closed position at the same time.
2)
The cubicles have a safety lock which prevents

access to the medium voltage cable compartment
while the grounding switch is not closed. In normal
operation, this grounding switch cannot be opened if
the cable compartment cover is not in place.
6.2 Locking with a Key Lock (optional)

Both the switch-disconnector and the grounding switches
can have an optional locking interlock device, which allows
its operation to be blocked in both the open and closed
positions.
6.1 Locking with a Padlock

The cubicles are supplied with an independent padlock
interlock for both the switch-disconnector in its closed or
open positions and the grounding switch in its closed or
open positions. Padlocks with ring diameters of between
0.3 inches (8 mm) and 0.4 inches (11 mm) can be used.
Fig. 6.2: Interlocking in CGM.3-L cubicle using keys
Fig. 6.1: Interlocking in CGM.3-L cubicle using padlock

and keys
Maintenance
Maintenance
DANGER
CAUTION
Switchgear is tested against SF6 leakage for
30 years.
The live parts of the main circuit and switching equipment
do not require inspection or maintenance, as they are
completely insulated in SF6, and therefore free from any
influence from the external environment.
The driving mechanisms have also satisfactorily passed
the endurance tests (class M1/M2 for the switchdisconnector and class M1 for the grounding switch,
according to IEEE C37.74).
These mechanisms must be inspected when used under
extreme conditions (dust, salt, pollution). It is advisable to
carry out at least one operation during the inspections.
Components manufactured from galvanized sheet steel
have been painted to ensure their resistance to corrosion.
Any scratches, dents or similar on them must be repaired
to prevent corrosion.
7.1 Voltage presence indicator test

To test the ekorVPIS voltage presence indicator, connect it
to a 110 Vac / 230 Vac power supply. To do this, disconnect
the ekorVPIS unit from the cubicle, and, using 0.16 inches
(4 mm) terminals, apply the voltage between the test point
for the phase to be checked and the ground test point.
No polarity is defined for 110 Vac / 230 Vac voltage,
so either the phase or neutral conductor can be
connected.
If a flashing signal is observed, the device is working

correctly. In order to properly test the ekorVPIS, this check
should be carried out for all three phases.
Fig. 7.1: ekorVPIS unit device
CAUTION
The voltage presence indication is not sufficient to
ensure that the installation has been disconnected
from the electricity supply. Before accessing the
cable compartments, it is necessary to confirm that
the line is grounded.
The ekorVPIS voltage detection unit can be replaced if
necessary. To do so, loosen until removing the two screws
on the top right and bottom left of the indicator using a
medium size Philips screwdriver. The ekorVPIS unit can
then be disconnected from the base without needing to
power down the line.
7.2 Acoustic grounding prevention

alarm test
To test that the ekorSAS acoustic alarm is working
correctly, connect the ekorVPIS voltage presence indicator
to 110 Vac / 230 Vac by means of 0.16 inches (4 mm)
terminals, which are connected to the indicator between
the ground test point and the test point for the L1 phase.
The auxiliary power supply is maintained for 5 minutes. As
the handle is moved to insert the lever in the grounding
shaft in order to carry out the operation, the alarm starts to
sound and continues to sound for at least 30 seconds. It
stops when the handle is released.
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Maintenance
The ekorSAS alarm can be replaced if necessary, since it

is joined to the associated elements with two friction-fit
PCB connectors:
1)
3-pin connector, polarized for the voltage presence

indicator.
2)
2-pin connector for the lever microswitch.
7.2.1 Connecting the ekorSAS unit
The procedure is as follows:

1)
Remove the driving mechanism cover.
2)
Unscrew the ekorSAS unit to remove it.
3)
Undo both connectors and replace the damaged

unit; then connect it to the lever microswitch (2-pin
connector) and the voltage indicator (polarized 3pin connector).
1
2
Connection to the lever microswitch in the grounding

shaft
Connection to the voltage presence indicator
Fig. 7.2: ekorSAS unit device
7.3 Specific maintenance for the

CGM.3-V cubicle
The driving mechanisms and other elements outside the
gas tank may require preventive maintenance; the
frequency of this maintenance depends on the existing
environmental conditions (harsh environments, dust,
extreme temperatures, etc.), and should be established
based on the installer's experience and their responsibility.
The maintenance should take place every 5 years or 2000
operating cycles, unless, based on the conditions of use,
the user and Ormazabal consider otherwise.
For further information on the recommended
Preventive Maintenance sequence for CGM.3-V,
please contact Ormazabal.
8.1 Spares and accessories

Although all the components of the CGM.3 cubicles have
passed both routine tests during the manufacturing
process and type tests prior to approval, some of them can
be changed, replaced and even installed in the field.
If any of the stated auxiliary components need to be
changed, the corresponding spare parts kit must be
ordered, and the instructions given in the corresponding
documentation must be followed.
CGM.3 system functional units have the following options
for spares and accessories:
Driving Mechanism
S-Pt
RB
RC
Connecting set
End assembly
Locks and
Interlocks
S-Pt
RB
RC
Ground connection OPEN
Ground connection
CLOSED
Switch OPEN
Switch CLOSED
Ground connection
CLOSED + OPEN
S-Pt
BM
Control box
Motor assembly B
BR-A
BR-AM
Auxiliary profiles for

fastening to the floor
Lateral incoming cable
box
Set of auxiliary contacts

2 NO + 2 NC switchdisconnector
1 NO + 1 NC ground
connection
Circuit-breaker motorization
4 NO + 4 NC circuit-breaker
Opening coil
S-Pt
ekorRPT
ekorVPIS (**)
ekorSAS
Opening coil + 1 NOC switch

+ micro-disconnection
Bistable + 1 NOC switch +
micro-disconnection
Actuating
lever(*)
Fuse holder carriage
Protection, Metering
and Control
ekorRPG
Metal Enclosure
RB RC
Connectivity
RB RC
-
S-Pt
Driving mechanism
compartment cover
RB RC
Cable compartment cover
Cable compartment cover,

special depth
Opening the access cover
Others
S-Pt
RB
RC
8.2 Environmental information

CGM.3 cubicles are defined as a sealed, pressurized
system which contains sulfur hexafluoride (SF6).
SF6 is included in the Kyoto Protocol list of greenhouse
gases. SF6 has a GWP (Global Warming Potential) of
22,200 units. (TAR, IPCC 2001)
At the end of the product's life, the SF6 contained in it must
be recovered for processing and recycling, to prevent it
being released into the atmosphere. Extracting and
handling of SF6 must be carried out by qualified personnel,
using a sealed piercing system.
For the usage and handling of the SF6 , the indications
listed in IEC 62271-303 must be followed.
The management and treatment of the rest of materials
must be carried out in accordance with the countrys
current legislation.
( )
* All levers are of the anti-reflex type, making it

impossible to perform an opening operation after closing.
(**) Components which can only be replaced by specifically
qualified personnel.
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8.3 Electrical characteristics of the

driving mechanisms
8.3.1 Coils and Indicating Contacts
The electrical characteristics of the coil and indicating
contact the switch position are as follows:
Electrical Characteristics
Driving
Mechanism AV
Driving
Mechanism AV and
RAV (3G)
24 Vdc
48 Vdc
110 Vdc
230 Vac
24 Vdc
48 Vdc
110 Vdc
220 Vac
24 Vdc
48 Vdc
60 Vdc
110 Vdc
220 Vdc /
110 Vac
230 Vac
80 W
130 W
56 W
Driving
Mechanism B
Rated Voltage
Tripping Coil
Indicating Contact
Maximum
consumption
Internal Insulation
Switch position
indicating contacts
Rated Voltage
Rated Current
2 kV
2 kV
2 kV
2 NO + 2 NC /
1 NO + 1 NC (Gnd)
2 NO + 2 NC
9 NO + 9 NC
250 Vac
16 A
250 Vac
16 / 20 A
250 Vac
10 A
Driving Mechanism
AMV
Driving Mechanism
A(M)V and RA(M)V
(3G)
The BR driving mechanism allows up to 2 NO contacts

+ 2 NC contacts to be incorporated for switch indication
and 2 NO contacts or 1 NO contact + 1 NC contact for the
grounding indication.
8.3.2 Motorized units

The electrical characteristics are as follows:
Electrical Characteristics
Driving Mechanism
BM
Rated Voltage
Motorized units
Indicating Contact
Peak current
Motor operation time
Switch indication
Contacts
Grounding indication
contacts
Rated Voltage
Rated Current
24 Vdc 48 Vdc
110 Vdc
125 Vdc
220 Vac
24 Vdc 48 Vdc
110 Vdc
<5A
< 9.6 A
24 Vdc
48 Vdc
60 Vdc
110 Vdc
220 Vdc /
110 Vac
230 Vac
<8A
3s
< 15 s
< 15 s
2 NO + 2 NC
2 NO + 2 NC
9 NO + 9 NC
1 NO + 1 NC
2 NO / 1NO+1NC
2 NO / 1NO+1NC
250 Vac
16 A
250 Vac
16 A
250 Vac
10 A
The electrical diagrams for each type of cubicle are

supplied with the order documents.
Notes
Notes
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Notes
Notes
Subject to changes
without prior notice.
For more information,
contact Ormazabal.
www.ormazabal.com
Ormazabal
Distribucin Secundaria
IGORRE
Spain

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Elimination of hazards wherever possible.

Service conditions must be compatible with the equipment rating.

Description and main characteristics

ekorVPIS voltage presence indication unit . . . . . . . . .9

Location of documentation and

Unpacking the equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Civil engineering works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Fastening to the floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Floor fastening on a profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Connecting the cubicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Grounding the equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Recommended sequence of operations 21

Checking voltage presence and phase balance 21

Lever for B, BR-A, AV and RAV Driving

Opening operation from the grounded position . . . .23

Switch-disconnector closing operation . . . . . . . . . . .25

Opening operation from the grounded position . . . .26

Opening operation from the grounded position . . . .28

Opening operation from the grounded position . . . . 30

CGM.3-RB with grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Opening operation from the grounded position . . . . 35

CGM.3-V cubicle with driving mechanism

Opening operation from the grounded position . . . .

CGM.3-V cubicle with driving mechanism

Opening operation from the grounding position . . .

Locking with a Padlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Locking with a Key Lock (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Voltage presence indicator test . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Acoustic grounding prevention alarm test . . . . . 45

Connecting the ekorSAS unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Specific maintenance for the

Spares and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Electrical characteristics of the driving

Coils and Indicating Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Description and main characteristics

Description and main characteristics

The CGM.3 system is made up of a range of fully insulated

1.1 Cubicle elements

CGM.3 system cubicles comply, as applicable, with the

Fig. 1.1: Main components of CGM.3 modular cubicles

Gas tank: Sealed compartment which houses the

The tank has a membrane to allow gases to escape in the

Busbar switch cubicle

Busbar switch cubicle with ground connection on

Fuse protection cubicle

Busbar rise cubicle

Cable rise cubicle

Description and main characteristics

Fig. 1.2: Gas tank

Fig. 1.4: Device for coupling the switch

Each tank has a manometer for checking the gas pressure,

Switch-Disconnector and Grounding Switch: This has

Fig. 1.3: Manometer

To ensure that the isolating distance is adequate, the

Description and main characteristics

Driving Mechanism Compartment: this is the

The mimic diagram includes all the position indicators for

Switch-disconnector actuation zone (B and BM driving

Fig. 1.6: Mimic diagram of CGM.3-S cubicle

Elements in the driving mechanism area of modular

Grounding switch actuation zone

Grounding switch actuation zone