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48049-071-03
01/2002
Instruction Bulletin Cedar Rapids, IA, USA
MASTERPACT® MP, MF and MC

Circuit Breakers
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MASTERPACT® MP, MF and MC Circuit Breakers 48049-071-03
Instruction Bulletin 01/2002
NOTICE Read these instructions carefully and look at the equipment to become
familiar with the device before trying to install, operate, service or maintain it.
The following special messages may appear throughout this bulletin or on
the equipment to warn of potential hazards or to call attention to information
that clarifies or simplifies a procedure.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal
! injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, can result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, can result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION, used without the safety alert symbol, indicates a
potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, can result in
property damage.
Provides additional information to clarify or simplify a procedure.
PLEASE NOTE Electrical equipment should be serviced only by qualified personnel. No

responsibility is assumed by Schneider Electric for any consequences
arising out of the use of this material. This document is not intended as an
instruction manual for untrained persons.
FCC NOTICE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in
a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
2 © 1998–2002 Schneider Electric All Rights Reserved.

48049-071-03 MASTERPACT® MP, MF and MC Circuit Breakers
01/2002 Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1: INSTALLATION Recommendations for Storing ..................................................................... 5
Temperature Limits ................................................................................ 5
Circuit Breaker Status ............................................................................ 5
Covering ................................................................................................. 5
Maximum Stacking ................................................................................. 5
Identifying the Circuit Breaker ...................................................................... 6
Unpacking .................................................................................................... 7
MP40 to MP63 Drawout-mounted Circuit Breakers ............................... 8
Handling ....................................................................................................... 9
MP08 to MP30 and MC08 to MC20 Circuit Breakers ............................. 9
MC32 Circuit Breakers ......................................................................... 10
MP40 to MP63 and MC40 to MC50 Circuit Breakers ........................... 11
MF12, MF20 and MF30 Circuit Breakers ............................................. 12
Attaching Rear Terminals .......................................................................... 13
Mounting .................................................................................................... 14
Cable Connection ................................................................................. 14
Bus Bar Connection ............................................................................. 15
Control Wiring ............................................................................................ 16
Fixed-mounted Circuit Breakers ........................................................... 16
Drawout-mounted Circuit Breakers ...................................................... 17
SECTION 2: OPERATION Disconnecting and Connecting Instructions ............................................... 19

Disconnecting Instructions ................................................................... 20
Installing the Circuit Breaker in the Stationary Assembly ..................... 21
Connecting Instructions ........................................................................ 22
Operating ................................................................................................... 23
Charging Instructions ........................................................................... 23
Closing Instructions .............................................................................. 23
Opening Instructions ............................................................................ 24
Resetting Instructions ........................................................................... 24
Locking ...................................................................................................... 24
Locking by Key Interlock ...................................................................... 24
Locking by Padlock .............................................................................. 25
Locking by Door Interlock ..................................................................... 25
Spring Interlock .................................................................................... 26
SECTION 3: CONTROL UNIT TYPES STR 18 M Control Unit ............................................................................... 28

STR 28 D Control Unit ............................................................................... 30
STR 38 S Control Unit ............................................................................... 32
STR 58 U Control Unit ............................................................................... 34
Control Unit Options .................................................................................. 36
Pre-trip and Overload Indication Option ............................................... 36
Thermal Memory Limitation .................................................................. 37
Ammeter Option ................................................................................... 38
Fault Indication Option ......................................................................... 39
Battery Option ...................................................................................... 40
Load Monitoring Option ........................................................................ 40
Segregated Alarm Switch Option ......................................................... 41
Ground-fault Protection Option ............................................................ 41
Zone-selective Interlocking Option ....................................................... 42
Transmit Data from Trip Unit Option .................................................... 42
© 1998–2002 Schneider Electric All Rights Reserved 3

Document Subtitle (In header) 48049-071-03
Table of Contents 01/2002
SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE Routing Inspections .................................................................................... 44

Electrical Maintenance ............................................................................... 44
Check Arc Chutes ...................................................................................... 45
Check Contacts .................................................................................... 45
Wiring Diagram .......................................................................................... 46
SECTION 5: SET-UP GUIDE Minimum Enclosure .................................................................................... 48

Clearance Information ................................................................................ 49
Stacking Configurations ............................................................................. 50
Cumulative Loading ................................................................................... 51
Temperature Derating ................................................................................ 52
Power Dissipation ...................................................................................... 53
Resistance ................................................................................................. 53
Altitude Correction Factors ......................................................................... 53
4 © 1998–2002 Schneider Electric All Rights Reserved

01/2002 Section 1—Installation
SECTION 1— INSTALLATION
• Hex-head wrenches
DANGER • Straight-blade screwdrivers (large and small)
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, BURN, OR
EXPLOSION • Wire stripper
• This equipment must be installed and

serviced only by qualified electrical
personnel.
• Turn off all power supplying this equipment
before working on or inside equipment.
• Always use a properly rated voltage sensing
device to confirm power is off.
• Replace all devices, doors and covers before
turning on power to this equipment.
Failure to follow this instruction will result in

death or serious injury.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR Do not store circuit breakers in a corrosive or salt-air environment.

STORING
Temperature Limits Store from -60° F (-50° C) min. to +160° F (+70° C) max.
Circuit Breaker Status Store with:

• Main contacts open
• Spring discharged
• Connected position
Covering Store the circuit breaker only in the original shipping carton or other
protective weatherproof covering.
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Maximum Stacking
MP08 to MP30
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≤3
MP40 to MP63
≤2

Section 1—Installation 01/2002
IDENTIFYING THE CIRCUIT Figure 1: Location of Markings on Circuit Breaker

BREAKER
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Electrical accessories
identification label
(fixed mounting)
Name label giving

rating, interrupting
ratings and rated
voltage
Serial: Manufacturing no.

Control diagram no.: Wiring diagram no.
Sensor. . .In: Sensor rating
Instantaneous override: Instantaneous pickup
Figure 2: Location of Markings on Stationary Assembly

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Circuit breaker stationary assembly

Frame size
A max. Accepts frame size: MP/MC
Type
Wiring diagram no.
Standard or specific diagram no.
Serial
Manufacturing no.

UNPACKING
MP08 to MP30 and MC08 to MC32
Fixed-mounted Circuit Breakers
The circuit breaker stationary assembly is
secured to its shipping pallet with four bolts, nuts
and washers. However, on the drawout
mounting, withdrawal of the circuit breaker is
required to access the hardware.
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Disconnect and remove the circuit breaker from
the stationary assembly (refer to Disconnection
Instructions, page 20).
Drawout-mounted Circuit Breaker with Figure 3: Unpacking Drawout-mounted Circuit Breaker

Stationary Assembly
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Connected
Disconnected
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Remove four bolts, nuts and washers.
Drawout-mounted Circuit Breaker without Figure 4: Unpacking Drawout-mounted Circuit Breaker Delivered
Stationary Assembly without Stationary Assembly
Circuit breaker is delivered upside down. Place
another pallet next to shipping pallet. Rotate
circuit breaker onto terminals, then onto its
bottom on other pallet.
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Stationary Assembly Only Figure 5: Unpacking Stationary Assembly

If present, remove strapping tape holding the
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clusters.
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MP40 to MP63 Drawout-mounted Figure 6: Unpacking Stationary Assembly

Circuit Breakers
2 1 2
1. Remove four bolts, nuts and washers.
2. Position another pallet and rotate circuit
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breaker.
3. Remove plastic shipping caps.

HANDLING
Circuit Breakers
Both the circuit breaker frame and stationary assembly have notched lifting
DANGER flanges for lifting. To reduce the total weight and ease installation of the
HAZARD OF CIRCUIT BREAKER FALLING stationary assembly, remove the circuit breaker from the stationary
assembly (refer to Disconnecting Instructions, page 20). To lift the circuit
• Be sure equipment has adequate lifting breaker using a lifting device, use an overhead lifting device attached to the
capacity for the unit being lifted. lifting flanges.
• Follow manufacturer’s instructions for use of
lifting equipment.
• Wear hard hat, safety shoes and heavy
gloves.

Table 1: 3-pole Circuit Breaker Weights Figure 7: Using the Lifting Flanges
Circuit Stationary Circuit Terminals

Breaker Assembly Breaker
Type lbs. (kg) lbs. (kg) lbs. (kg)
MP08 51 (23) 102 (46) 13 (6)*
MP12 51 (23) 102 (46) 13 (6)*
MP16 51 (23) 102 (46) 13 (6)
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MP20 60 (27) 121 (55) 36 (16)

MP25 110 (50) 176 (80) 89 (40)
MP30 110 (50) 176 (80) 89 (40) Circuit Breaker Stationary assembly
MC08 51 (23) 102 (46) 13 (6*)
MC16 51 (23) 102 (46) 13 (6)
Figure 8: Using a Lifting Sling
MC20 60 (27) 121 (55) 36 (16)
Cable slings 0.40 in.
*Optional terminals.
(10 mm) dia. max.
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Circuit Breaker Stationary assembly
Figure 9: Using an Electrical or Mechanical Platform Lift

CAUTION
HAZARD OF EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
Do not let the forks of a fork lift protude past the
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rear of the circuit breaker.

Failure to follow this instruction can result in
equipment damage.
Circuit Breaker

MC32 Circuit Breakers

The circuit breaker and its stationary assembly have lifting flanges for lifting.
DANGER Before handling the circuit breaker, remove it from the stationary assembly.
HAZARD OF CIRCUIT BREAKER FALLING To lift the circuit breaker as shown, use an overhead lifting device attached
to the notched lifting flanges.
• Be sure equipment has adequate lifting
capacity for the unit being lifted. Figure 10: Using a Lifting Sling for Circuit Breaker
lifting equipment.
gloves.

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Compensation bar not supplied; hooks
supplied upon request.
Table 2: 3-pole Circuit Breaker Weights Figure 11: Using a Lifting Sling for Stationary Assembly
Type Stationary Circuit Terminals

Assembly Breaker Cable slings: 0.40 in.
[10 mm] dia. max.
lbs. (kg) lbs. (kg) lbs. (kg)
MC32 132 (60) 198 (90) 88 (40)
Rod dia.:
0.48 in.
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[12 mm]

CAUTION
HAZARD OF EQUIPMENT DAMAGE 3.92 in.
(100 mm)
Clearance inside the switchboard is minimal. max.
To avoid damage to the load terminals, be sure
they clear the lower edge of the switchboard
H = 22 in.
enclosure before attempting installation. (559 mm)
equipment damage.
Assembly


Circuit Breakers
To lift the circuit breaker as shown below, use an overhead lifting device
DANGER attached to the notched lifting flanges. Compensation bars not supplied,
HAZARD OF CIRCUIT BREAKER FALLING hooks can be supplied upon request.
• Be sure equipment has adequate lifting Figure 13: Using a Lifting Sling for Circuit Breaker
capacity for the unit being lifted.
Cable slings: 0.40 in.
lifting equipment. [10 mm] dia. max.
• Wear hard hat, safety shoes and heavy 30 in. [800 mm] min.
gloves.
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Table 3: 3-pole Circuit Breaker Weights Figure 14: Using a Lifting Sling for Stationary Assembly
Type Stationary Circuit Terminals

Assembly Breaker Cable slings: 0.40 in.
[10 mm] dia. max.
lbs (kg) lbs (kg) lbs (kg) 30 in. [800 mm] min.
MP40 198 (90) 264 (120) 88 (40)

MP50 198 (90) 264 (120) 177 (80)
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MP63 242 (110) 308 (140) 177 (80)

MC40 198 (90) 264 (120) 88 (40)
MC50 198 (90) 264 (120) 177 (80)

CAUTION
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• Do not let the forks of a fork lift protude past

the rear of the circuit breaker.
• Place a chock as shown. Remove it as soon
as the forks lean on the switchboard floor.
equipment damage.
Frame Stationary assembly

MF12, MF20 and MF30 Circuit Breakers

To lift the circuit breaker as shown, use an overhead lifting device attached
DANGER to the notched lifting flanges. Compensation bar not supplied, hooks
HAZARD OF CIRCUIT BREAKER FALLING supplied upon request.
• Be sure equipment has adequate lifting Figure 16: Using a Lifting Sling (MF12 and MF20 Circuit Breakers)
capacity for the unit being lifted.
• Follow manufacturer’s instructions for use of Cable slings: 0.40 in.
lifting equipment. [10 mm] dia. max.
gloves.

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1
1
Figure 17: Using a Lifting Sling (MF30 Circuit Breaker)

CAUTION
Cable slings: 0.40 in.
HAZARD OF EQUIPMENT DAMAGE [10 mm] dia. max.
Clearance inside the switchboard is minimal.

To avoid damage to the load terminals, be sure
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enclosure before attempting installation.
equipment damage.
Table 4: 3-pole Circuit Breaker Weights Figure 18: Using an Electrical or Mechanical Platform Lift
(Fixed-mounted MF12, MF20 and MF30 Circuit Breaker)
Type Circuit Breaker Terminals
lbs. (kg) lbs. (kg) lbs. (kg) Use a sling to support
the circuit breaker.
MF12 121 (55) 58 (26)
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MF20 176 (80) 76 (34)

MF30 264 (120) 187 (85) MF12 Circuit
H = 21 in. Breaker
[533 mm]
H = 25 in.
[635 mm] MF20 and
MF30 Circuit
Breakers

ATTACHING REAR TERMINALS

Table 5: Circuit Breaker Types and Attachment
Drawout Circuit Breakers Fixed Circuit Breakers Attaching Rear Terminals*

MP08, MP12, MP16 and MP08, MP12, MP16
MC08 to MC16
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Screws: M10, 2-2/5 in.
[60 mm] long.
Tightening torque = 375 lb-in
(42 N•m).
MP20 and MC20 MP20
Use 11/16 in. hex-head wrench.
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MP25 to MP32 MP25 to MP32
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Screws: M10, 2-2/5 in. [60 mm] long.

Use 11/16 in. hex-head wrench.
Tightening torque = 375 lb-in. (42 N•m).
Fixed-mounted
Drawout-mounted
MP40 and MC40
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or or
MP50, MP63 and MC50 MP50, MP63 and MC50

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*Rear terminal must be installed on fixed-mounted and drawout-mounted circuit breakers rated 1600 A and above. The terminals provided with the circuit breaker must
be mounted as indicated.

MOUNTING
Distribute weight of the equipment uniformly over a rigid mounting surface
CAUTION (such as crossbeams or a metal floor).
HAZARD OF EQUIPMENT DAMAGE The mounting plate should be perfectly flat. This eliminates any risk of
deformation which could interfere with correct operation of the circuit
Distribute weight over a rigid mounting surface. breaker.
equipment damage. Figure 19: Weight Distribution on Mounting Plate
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Cable Connection
It is essential that mechanical stresses are not applied to the circuit breaker
DANGER terminal pads if a cable connection is used. Vertical terminal pads are
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, BURN OR recommended, and should be installed as indicated below.
EXPLOSION • With bus bar extensions:
• This equipment must be installed and — if the circuit has only a single cable, use method (A).
serviced only by qualified electrical — if the circuit has several cables, use method similar to (B).
personnel.
• Turn off all power supplying this equipment • In all cases, the same general rules apply for cables that apply for
before working on or inside equipment. bus bars:
• Always use a properly rated voltage sensing — position cable ends correctly before the bolts are inserted, and
device to confirm power is off. — attach cables securely to framework (C).
\
Figure 20: Cable Connections

CAUTION
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HAZARD OF EQUIPMENT DAMAGE A B
Carefully follow all instructions for making

electrical connections and supporting and
clamping bus bars.
C
equipment damage.

Bus Bar Connection

Bus bar dimensions shown in Table 6, “Bus Bars” have been extrapolated
DANGER from test data based on UL® 891. They should be used only as a guide and
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, BURN, OR not replace industrial experience or a temperature rise test.
EXPLOSION Table 6: Bus Bars
serviced only by qualified electrical Circuit Breaker Copper Bus Bars
personnel. Quantity Dimension in. (mm)
MP08, MC08 1 0.25 x 3.00 (6 x 76)
• Always use a properly rated voltage sensing MP12 2 0.25 x 3.00 (6 x 76)
device to confirm power is off. MP16, MC16 2 0.25 x 3.00 (6 x 76)

• Replace all devices, doors and covers before MP20, MC20 2 0.25 x 4.00 (6 x 102)
turning on power to this equipment. MP25 2 or 4 0.25 x 5.00 (6 x 127)
0.25 x 2.50 (6 x 64)
Failure to follow this instruction will result in MP30 4 or 3 0.25 x 4.00 (6 x 102)
death or serious injury. 0.25 x 6.00 (6 x 152)
MC32 3 0.25 x 6.00 (6 x 152)
MP40, MC40 4 or 5 0.25 x 5.00 (6 x 127)
0.25 x 4.00 (6 x 102)
MP50, MC50 6 or 5 0.25 x 5.00 (6 x 127)
0.25 x 6.00 (6 x 152)
MP63 6 0.25 x 6.00 (6 x 152)
Correct clamping of bus bars depends on, among other things, the torque
used to tighten the nuts and bolts. Excessive torque may cause the same
problems as insufficient torque.
Table 7: Tightening Torque
Tightening Torque
Bolt Size Hole Diameter Grooved or Flat Washer Belleville Washer

0.38 in. (10mm) 0.44 in. (11mm) 28 lb-ft (38 N•m) 31 lb-ft (43 N•m)
The bus bars should be adjusted to ensure that the mounting holes (A, see
Figure 21, page 15) are aligned with the terminal pads before the bolts are
inserted. The bus bar is held by support (B) which is attached to the
framework of the switchboard, so that the terminal pads do not have to
support the weight of the bus bar. Dimension (C) must be maintained
(Table 7, next page) to withstand the electrodynamic stresses between
phases in the event of a short circuit.
Figure 21: Bus Bar Connection

CAUTION C*
Carefully follow all instructions for making
electrical connections and supporting end
clamping bus bars. B
A
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equipment damage.
*Dimension C is the maximum distance between circuit breaker horizontal terminals (connection
point of the extensions) and the first support or spacer, based on the expected short-circuit
current (see Table 8, page 16).

Table 8: Bus Bar Connection
Expected Short-circuit
Current (kA rms)
30 50 65 80 100 150
Circuit Breakers
Dimension C in. 13.75 11.88 9.88 7.89 6.00 6.00
(mm) (350) (300) (250) (200) (150) (150)
Circuit Breakers
Dimension C in. 13.75 11.89 9.88 7.88 7.88 7.88
(mm) (350) (300) (250) (200) (200) (200)
CONTROL WIRING
DANGER Connect each terminal using one stranded #18 to #14 AWG (0.6 to 2.5 mm2)
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, BURN OR copper wire. Cable strip length: 3/8 in. (9mm).
EXPLOSION
personnel.

Fixed-mounted Circuit Breakers 1. Install conductor.

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1 1
2. Remove transparent shield.

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3. Connect control wires according to wiring diagrams shown on the label.

Use a small screwdriver to open the spring clips and install wires. Wiring
diagrams are also located at the end of this bulletin.
1 3 1
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2
2
3
4. Route control wires away from the arc chutes. Replace the transparent
CAUTION cover.

Do not route control wires close to the arc
chutes venting holes. If this is done, wire
insulation may melt and/or softening occur
during circuit breaker interruption.
equipment damage.
Drawout-mounted Circuit Breakers 1. Remove the front terminal cover.

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2. Determine the terminal number (1) according to the wiring label (2).
Wiring diagrams are also located at the end of this bulletin.
1
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3. Connect the control wires using a small screwdriver and replace the front
terminal cover.
3
3
1
2
1
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Z C MNR
Z11
Z12
Z21
Z22
254
262
D4
D1
e+
e-
or
WT FV R 2nd MX
C12
C11
F1
F2
R1
R2
T1
T2
or
C
V
or
F F O O SDE LT alarm MX XF MN PAF MCH OF1 OF2 OF3 OF4
LR1
LR2
211
212
241
244
231
234
252
251
254
262
221
222
D1
C2
C1
D4
A4
A1
B4
B1
81
82
84
14
11
12
24
21
22
34
31
32
44
41
42
Control Unit (Left-hand Side) Accessories (Right-hand Side)
4. Route control wires away from arc chutes.

CAUTION
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Do not let wires interfere with action of the

disconnecting block.
equipment damage.

01/2002 Section 2—Operation
SECTION 2— OPERATION
DISCONNECTING AND
CONNECTING INSTRUCTIONS
. The circuit breaker has four drawout positions and can be operated in all four
CONNECTED position
positions. The circuit breaker is captive in all positions except WITHDRAWN.
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A closed circuit breaker is automatically opened prior to being

connected or disconnected during a racking in or racking out
operation.
Connection or disconnection of the circuit breaker requires insertion of the

racking crank. Insertion of the racking crank can be prevented by the
following stationary assembly accessories:
• Padlock
TEST position
• Key lock
• Racking interlock
Disconnecting and connecting instructions are summarized on

the label provided with the installation instructions. The label must
be affixed to the door of the switchboard.
• In the CONNECTED position, the primary and secondary disconnecting

terminals are engaged, and the circuit breaker is ready for service.
• In the TEST position, the primary terminals are disengaged, however,
control contacts are connected to permit operation of the circuit breaker.
DISCONNECTED position
The TEST position is used for testing circuit breaker operation and
control system functions. In this position, the circuit breaker is not
suitable for internal inspection or any maintenance function.
• In the DISCONNECTED position, the primary and secondary disconnect
terminals are disengaged and separated by a safe distance from the
corresponding stationary terminals.
• In the WITHDRAWN position, both primary and secondary contacts are
disconnected. The circuit breaker may be removed for complete
accessibility.
When a racking crank remains inserted or a circuit breaker is not

WITHDRAWN position completely disconnected, the extraction of the right rail is
prevented.

Section 2—Operation 01/2002
Disconnecting Instructions
DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, BURN, OR If the circuit breaker is not opened before disconnecting, it will
EXPLOSION open automatically during disconnection.

serviced only by qualified electrical 1. Remove the racking crank from its storage hole, insert it into the racking
personnel. slot, and engage the mechanism.
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turning on power to this equipment. 1 2
In the case of a racking interlock, press the “compartment door
closed” sensor located at the front of the drawout mechanism to
simulate a closed door.
2. To reach the DISCONNECTED position, turn the racking crank

counterclockwise until first the TEST, and then DISCONNECTED
indication are shown on the position indicator.
3. Remove the racking crank and insert it into the storage hole.
If the racking crank is not removed, the right rail will not fully
extend.
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connected
test
disconnected
4. Using the two extension rail handles, pull the circuit breaker out.
5. Remove the circuit breaker using one of the lifting methods explained in
Handling, page 9.
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Installing the Circuit Breaker in the 1. Pull out the two extension rails by their handles.
Stationary Assembly
When either the racking crank remains inserted in the racking slot
or the circuit breaker is not fully disconnected, extraction of the
right extension rail is not possible.
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2. Install the circuit breaker onto both extension rails, being sure that the
two circuit breaker supports located on either side are fully engaged in
CAUTION the rail slots. Refer to Handling, page 9, for methods of lifting the circuit
HAZARD OF EQUIPMENT DAMAGE breaker.
Do not let the forks of a fork lift protrude past

the rear of the circuit breaker.
Do not press on the control unit while pushing
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the circuit breaker into the stationary assembly.
equipment damage.
3. To move the circuit breaker from the WITHDRAWN position to the

DISCONNECTED position, push the extension rail handles into the
stationary assembly until they stop.
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Connecting Instructions
DANGER 1. Insert and engage racking crank into the racking slot.
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, BURN, OR NOTE: This procedure is possible only if:
EXPLOSION
— circuit breaker is in DISCONNECTED position,
• This equipment must be installed and — drawout mechanism padlocks have been removed,
— key interlock has been unlocked and
personnel.
• Turn off all power supplying this equipment — compartment door is closed.
device to confirm power is off. In case of racking interlock, press the “compartment door closed”
• Replace all devices, doors and covers before sensor located at the drawout mechanism to simulate a closed
turning on power to this equipment. door.

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1 2
2. Turn the racking crank clockwise until the CONNECTED position is

reached on the position indicator. Continue cranking until two “click”
sounds are heard indicating the circuit breaker is locked in the connected
position.
As the CONNECTED position is neared, more effort will be

required to turn the crank.
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3. Remove the racking crank and insert it back into the storage hole.
1
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OPERATING
Charging Instructions All basic circuit breaker and drawout operations can be performed from the
front of the circuit breaker. Suitable electrical and mechanical interlocks are
provided to prevent incorrect operation of the circuit breaker. To manually
charge an electrically- or manually-operated circuit breaker, push or pull
down on the charging handle, six full strokes should be used. When the
spring is fully charged, the yellow “charged” indicator will appear in the
stored-energy window on the circuit breaker front cover, the handle stops,
and it will return to normal position when released.
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Manual Charging Electrical Charging
Closing Instructions All that is required to close the circuit breaker locally is to push the
mechanical push ON button. Pre-charged circuit breakers may be closed
remotely via a spring-released solenoid which is standard for electrically
operated circuit breakers and optional for manually-operated circuit
breakers. Before attempting to close the circuit breaker locally, the stored-
energy indicator window must show a yellow “charged.''
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ON
Circuit breaker can be closed only if:

• It is opened
• It is charged
• Pop-out type fault indicator is correctly reset
• No remote opening order is intended.
The closing coil (XF) withstands a continuous voltage, providing

anti-pumping function. If the circuit breaker is not ready to close
when the closing order is intended, inhibit it and try again as soon
as the circuit breaker is ready to close. To inhibit the anti-pumping
function, wire in series the ready-to-close switch (terminals
251-252) with the closing coil.

Opening Instructions Opening the circuit breaker locally is accomplished by pushing the
mechanical push OFF button on the circuit breaker front cover. Circuit
breakers may be opened remotely via either a shunt trip or an undervoltage
trip device depending upon the application requirements.
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OFF
Resetting Instructions
The mechanical fault indicator (push to reset button) extends to indicate
CAUTION that an overcurrent has occurred and prevents closure of the circuit breaker.
Reset by pushing button in.
Resetting the circuit breaker with an existing
overcurrent or ground-fault condition can result
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in destructive arcing. Be sure any existing
faults are cleared prior to resetting.
equipment damage.
LOCKING
Locking by Key Interlock
Figure 22: Locking by Key Interlock (VSKA)
2
Locking in open position:
3
1. Push the push OFF button
2. Insert and turn the key counterclockwise
3. Remove the key
1
OFF
This locking can be in DISCONNECTED position or in all positions:

CONNECTED, TEST and DISCONNECTED (upon request).
Figure 23: Locking by Key Interlock (VSKC)
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Locking in the DISCONNECTED position:
1. Disconnect the circuit breaker,

2. insert key and turn counterclockwise and
3. remove the key.

Locking by Padlock Figure 24: Locking by Padlock (VBP)
I I
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O ush ON O ush ON
sh OFF sh OFF
Shackle diameter:
1/4 to 5/16 in.
[6 to 8 mm]
Prevent access to: push OFF (switch open) or push ON (switch close) or
both push OFF and push ON buttons of the circuit breaker by attaching a
padlock.
Figure 25: Locking by Padlock Device (Standard)
1 2
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Shackle diameter: 1/4 to 5/16 in. [6 to 8 mm]
This locking prevents insertion of the racking crank and racking the circuit
breaker into its stationary assembly.
Figure 26: Locking by Padlocking Device
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Locking by Door Interlock Figure 27: Locking by Door Interlock (VDP)

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The door interlock prevents the door from opening when the circuit breaker
is in the CONNECTED and TEST positions.

The hook can be mounted on either side. To change hook

location:
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1
A
B A
B
Spring Interlock Figure 28: Spring Charged Interlock

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Before pulling out the circuit breaker, discharge the spring by pressing the
push ON button, then the push OFF button.
When the closing springs are charged, this interlock prevents the
circuit breaker from being disconnected by latching it in the
stationary assembly. Use of this locking method is not suitable
with an undervoltage trip device.

01/2002 Section 3—Control Unit Types
SECTION 3— CONTROL UNIT TYPES
STR 18 M Overcurrent protection
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push to reset
Control Unit • Instantaneous

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Options
STR 18 M
• None
IG LI
LIG
I
reset V G
push to reset LG
L off
I
12 14
8 19
MERLIN GERIN 4 22
masterpact 2 max
xIn
I I MP20
H1
I1 I2 I3 O circuit breaker
push ON 3 pole
90%
push OFF 600V 50/60Hz
STR 58 U
frame size 2000A
operation
suitable for continious
in a minimum
cubical
50% at 100% rating by W21 by D14.1/4
inches
space H17.5 not required
ventilation is
20%
discharged
O OPEN
E63335 List.
UND. LAB. O
CIRCUIT BREAKER
Ir tr 120 240
.88
.9 .92
.95 60 00000 Doles. Issue
N° LM-8792
Io=3000A
90 480
.98 30
%Ir .85 15
.8
xIo
1
at 1,5Ir interrupting rating
amps
max RMS sym
105 cat. no. 54775
for masterpact
with sensors
In = 6000A
tm.4 .3
Im 4 5 Volts Amps
3
6 .3
.2
240 75K + Ð
8 .2
.1 480 75K
2 0
10
.1 600 75K
1.5
xIo on I t off
2
75KA
test
I 8 12 short time rating
Ir : 6 17
t
22
Ir fault 4
Im : 2 off
xIn T
tr th : th .4 .4
Ih 600 .3
500
800 .3
Ih 400 690V 50/60Hz
fault
Im fault
1000 .2
.2 IEC 957-2 rating
interrupting
tm 320 .1
.1
th I 250
1200
on I t off
2 75KA
A
R Icu 380/440V 75KA
i Ic1 .9
Ic2.8 .85 660V 75KA
.93
+SÐ .95 .7
.9
Icu 380/440V 75KA
.86
.95
660V
short time rating
.98 .6
.85 1
test .5 sec.
Icw=75KA 0.5
1
.8 xIr
xIr
ÐT+
F test
push to reset
STR 28 D Overcurrent protection
connected
test
Control Unit • Long-time
ed
disconnect
• Instantaneous
I
90%
I1 I2 I3
Options
STR 28 D
50%
• Ammeter
20%
Ir
.9 .92
90 .88 .95
%Ir
105 .85 .98
.8 1
xIo
Im
4 5
3 6
2 8
1.5 10
xIr
t
Ir :
Ir
Im :
Im
i
+ Ð
test
push to reset
STR 38 S Overcurrent protection
Control Unit • Long-time
• Short-time
I1 I2 I3 I • Instantaneous
Io = Rating plug 90%
STR 38 S
ln = Sensor rating 50% Options

lr = Long-time pickup 90
20%
Ir
.88
.9 .92
.95
• Ammeter
%Ir
tr = Long-time delay 105 .85
Im
.8
xIo
1
.98
tm
• Fault Indicators
4 5 .4 .3
• Ground-fault Protection
3 6 .3 .2
lm = Short-time pickup t
Ir :
I
2
1.5
xIr
10
8 .2
.1 0
.1
on I2t off
tm = Short-time delay
Ir fault
Im :
max. off
tr
th : xIn
Ih th T
Ih 500 600 .4 .4
fault Im fault 800 .3 .3
400
l = Instantaneous pickup
tm
th 320 1000 .2 .2
I 250 1200 .1 .1
A on I2t off
i
overcurrent
+ Ð
lh = Ground-fault pickup F
test
Ð
ground
+
th = Ground-fault delay
test
push to reset reset V

L+T
I
I+T L+I
L+I+T
T
STR 58 U Overcurrent protection
L
Control Unit
off
• Long-time
• Short-time
90%
I1 I2 I3 I
• Instantaneous
STR 58 U
50% Options
20%
90
Ir
.88
.9 .92 120
.95 60
tr
240
• Ammeter
%Ir
105 .85
Im
.8
xIo
1
.98 30
tm
15
at 1.5Ir
480
• Fault Indicators
4 5 .4 .3
• Ground-fault Protection
3 6 .3 .2
2 8 .2 .1
norm
.1
τ tr
1.5 10 0
min. xIr on I2t off
• Zone-selective interlocking
t I
Ir : 12 14
8 19
Ir fault
Im : 4 22
2 Max.
• Load Monitoring
tr
th : xIn
Ih 1200A Max th T
Ih 500 600 .4 .4
fault Im fault 400 800 .3 .3
tm
th 320 1000 .2 .2
• Communication
I 250 1200 .1 .1
A on I2t off
i Ic1 Ic2
overcurrent R
.9 .93 .8 .85
+ Ð .86 .95 .7 .9
test .85 .98 .6 .95
.8 1 .5 1
Ð + xIr xIr
ground
test

Section 3—Control Unit Types 01/2002
STR 18 M CONTROL UNIT

Description
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Settings
1. Fault trip indicator reset button prevents Instantaneous Pickup
push to reset 1
reclosing of circuit breaker after fault until (short-circuit)
reset.
2. Current sensor rating (ln)
3. Instantaneous setting (can be turned OFF on
N1 and H1 circuit breakers)
4. Test the receptacle BU ME
5. Lock the control unit settings
PBD
(captive nuts)
STR 18 M
2
I
12 14
8 19
4 22
3
2 max
xIn
I
12 14
8 19
4 22
2 max
xIn
+ Ð
test 4

1. Before energizing main circuits, open and discharge circuit breaker.
I
ON
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push
O
OFF
push ed
harg
disc
OFF
d
ecte
conn
test
d
ecte
dis conn
2. Adjust control unit.

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push to reset
In 2000 A (Example)
STR 18 M
N1-H1
In=2000 A (800–3200 A)
2 8 off
N1-H1
I
(4000–5000 A I 2 to Max
xIn I 8 12
H2
6 17 2 8 Max
4 22
2 Max.
I = 8 x In = 16000 A
3. Close circuit breaker.
I
ON
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push
O
OFF
push
ON
d
ecte
conn
test
d
ecte
dis conn
4. Test the control unit.
BU ME
The complete test kit can
06313288
push to reset
I
simulate a short circuit.
xIn
STR 18 M
+ Ð
test
xIn
GERIN
MERLIN
With the mini

test kit

STR 28 D CONTROL UNIT

Settings
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Description
push to reset 1
Adjustable
1. Fault trip indicator reset button prevents Ir Long-time setting
reclosing circuit breaker after fault until reset (overload)
2. Measure the current I Im Instantaneous
3. Indicates the rate of load (%tr) 2 setting (short-circuit)
I
4. Current sensor rating (In)
Fixed
5. Rating plug (Io) I1 I2 I3 I
90% tr Long-time delay

6. Adjust lf (long-time setting) 3
7. Adjust Im (instantaneous) Options
STR 28 D
ALR Option I see page 38
8. Overload indicator 50% 4
9. Control unit setting values

BU ME 20% 11
10. Test the control unit
Ir 5
11. Lock the control unit settings PBD 90 .88
.9 .92
.95
%Ir 6
105 .85 .98
.8 1
xIo
Im
4 5
3 6
2 8
7
1.5 10
xIr
Ir
t 8 .9 .92
Ir :
Ir 9 .88 .95
Im :
.85 .98
.8 1
Im
xIo
Im
i 4 5
+ Ð 3 6
test 10
2 8
11 1.5 10
xIr

I
ON
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push
O
OFF
push ed
harg
disc
OFF
d
ecte
conn
test
ted
o nnec
disc

Example: In = 2000 A; Io = 1600 A; Ir = 1440 A; Im = 7200 A
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push to reset
Io = 1600 A In 2000 A
I1 I2 I3
Io Ir Io 1600 A
90% 0.63 0.8 .9 .92
.88 .95
STR 28 D .85 .98
50% 0.5 1
.8 1
In= 2000 A Im Ir 0.8 0.55 0.88 0.90 0.93 0.95 0.98 1.0
20%
Ir
Im
xIo
Ir = 0.90 x Io = 1440 A Ir 0.8 to 1 Io
xIo
t
Im
4 5 Im 1.5 2.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 6.0 8.0 10.0
3 6
2 8
i 1.5 10
test
Im = 5 x Ir = 7200 A Im 1.5 to 10 Ir
I
ON
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push
O
OFF
push
ON
d
ecte
conn
test
d
onn ecte
disc
BU ME
The complete test kit can simulate:
06313291
push to reset
t
xIo
—an overload
—a short-circuit
I1 I2 I3
90%
i
50%
STR 28 D
+ Ð
test
20%
Ir
xIo
Im
xIo
t
GERIN
i MERLIN
test
With the Mini Test Kit

STR 38 S CONTROL UNIT

Description
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push to reset 1
1. Fault trip indicator reset button prevents Settings
reclosing circuit breaker after fault until reset. Adjustable
2. Measure the current. I
Ir Long-time setting
3. Indicates the rate of load (%tr) 2 (overload)
I
4. Current sensor rating (In)
I
Im Short-time setting
5. Overload indicator I1 I2 I3
(short-circuit)
ALR 90% 3
6. Rating plug (Io)
tm Short-time delay
7. Adjust Ir (long-time setting) STR 38 S
I2t on or off
50% 4
8. Adjust Im (short-time setting)
16
9. Adjust tm (short-time delay) 20%
5 Options
10. Control unit setting values Ir 6
Option
90 .88
.9 .92
.95 I see page 38
%Ir 7
11. Switch on or off the instantaneous 105 .85 .98
protection (N1/H1 type only)

.8
xIo
1
Option F see page 39
Im
4 5
tm
.4 .3
8
.2
12. Adjust Ih T W
3
2
6 .3
8 .2 .1
9 Option T see page 41
1.5 10 .1 0
(ground-fault protection) xIr on I2t off
Option
t I 10 W see page 41
13. Adjust th T W Ir fault
Ir :
Im : 11
(ground-fault protection delay) tr
th :
max.
xIn
off
12
F Ih
Ih
500 600
th
.4 .4
T
14. Fault trip indicator fault Im fault
tm
400 800 .3 .3
13
th 320 1000 .2 .2
15. Test the control unit BU ME I 250

A
1200 .1 .1
on I2t off Ir
.9 .92
i
16. Lock the control unit settings

overcurrent
+ Ð 14 .88 .95
PBD test 15
17. Save fault trip indicator PIL Ð
ground
+
16 .85 .98
F .8 1
18. Clear fault trip indicator test xIo
and / or check battery level F + PIL 17
Im tm
4 5 .4 .3
19. Recall the latest fault 18 3 6 .3 .2
F + PIL
trip indicator 19
2 8 .2 .1
1.5 10 .1 0
xIr on I2t off
max. off
xIn
Ih th T
500 600 .4 .4
400 800 .3 .3
320 1000 .2 .2
250 1200 .1 .1
A on I t off
2

I
ON
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push
O
OFF
push ed
harg
disc
OFF
d
ecte
conn
test
ted
o nnec
disc

lo = 1600 A
2000 A
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push to reset
Io Ir 1600 A
0.63 0.8 .9 .92
.88 .95
0.5 1
.85 .98 In 0.8 0.55 0.88 0.90 0.93 0.95 0.98 1.0
I1 I2 I3 .8 1
90%
Im tm
50%
STR 38 S
Io Ir = 0.90 x Io = 1440 A Ir 0.8 to 1.0 Io
In = 2000 A 0.5
15
20%
Ir Im
4 5
tm
.4 .3
Ir 1.5 2.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 6.0 8.0 10.0
xIo 3 6 .3 .2
Im tm
2 8 .2 .1
xIo 1.5 10 .1 0
t I
Im Im = 5.0 x Ir = 7200 A Im 1.5 to 10.0 Ir

xIn
Ih th T
off
xIn
i
test
I
F I (H1) Max Max Max Max Max Max Max off I
test
Max. off
xIn
Max.

Io = 1600 A
In 2000 A
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push to reset
Io Ir
.9 .92
Io 1600 A
0.63 0.8
.88 .95
.85 .98
I1 I2 I3
0.5 1
.8 1
Ir 0.8 0.55 0.88 0.90 0.93 0.95 0.98 1.0
90%
Im tm
50%
STR 38 S
Ir = 0.90 x Io = 1440 A Ir 0.8 to 1.0 Io
In = 2000 A 0.5
15
20%
Ir Im
4 5
tm
.4 .3
Im 1.5 2.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 6.0 8.0 10.0
xIo 3 6 .3 .2
Im tm
2 8 .2 .1
xIo 1.5 10 .1 0
t I
Im = 5 x Ir = 7200 A Im 1.5 to 10.0 Ir

xIn
Ih th T
xIn
i
test
I
F I H1 Max Max Max Max Max Max Max off I
test
Max. off
xIn Max
4. Test the control circuit.
BU ME
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t I
I push to reset
ON —an overload
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push
xIn
Ih th T
O —a short-circuit
OFF I1 I2 I3 xIn
push ed
90% overcurrent Ic1 Ic2 R
—a ground-fault
harg
+ Ð
disc 50%
STR 58 U
test
xIr xIr
Ð ground
OFF 20%
Ir tr
F
test
d xIo at 1.5Ir
ecte Im tm
conn
test
xIo
t I
cted
xIn
IN
onne
Ih th T
GER
MERLIN
disc i Ic1
xIn
Ic2 R
test
xIr xIr
F
test With the Mini Test Kit

STR 58 U CONTROL UNIT

Description Settings
Adjustable
1. Fault trip indicator reset button prevents
06313295
V
1 Ir Long-time setting
reclosing of circuit breaker after fault until push to reset
I+T L+I
reset V I L+I+T
2 (overload)
reset L+T T
L off
2. Select the remote indicated FV tr Long-time delay

fault trip Im Short-time setting
3. Measure the current I (short-circuit)
3
I tm Short-time delay
4. Select phase to measure I1 I2 I3 I 4 I2t on or off
90% 5
I Options
5. Indicates the rate of load (%tr)
STR 58 U Thermal memory
6. Maximum protection rating limitation see page 37
50% 6
7. Overload indicator ALR function
7
8. Rating plug (Io) 20% Option I see page 38
8
9. Adjust lr (long-time setting) Ir
.9 .92 120
tr
240
9 Option F see page 39
90 .88 .95 60
10. Adjust tr (long-time delay) %Ir 10

105 .85
.8 1
.98 30
15
480
Option FV see page 41
xIo 11
11. Adjust lm (short-time setting) Im tm
at 1.5Ir
4 5 .4 .3
Option R see page 40
12. Adjust tm (short-time delay) 3
2
6 .3
8 .2
.2
.1
12
norm
13. Decrease thermal memory after tripping τ tr min.
1.5
xIr
10 .1 0
on I2t off
Option T see page 41
I
12 14 13
14. Adjust I (instantaneous) Ir fault
Ir :
8 19
14
Option W see page 41
15. Adjust lh T W Im : 4
2
22
Max.
tr
th : xIn 15 Option Z see page 42
Ih 1200A Max th T
(ground-fault protection) Ih
fault Im fault
500 600 .4 .4
.3
T W tm
400 800 .3
16 Option C see page 42
16. Adjust th th
I
320
250
1000 .2
1200 .1 .1
.2
A on I2t off 17
(ground-fault protection overcurrent
i Ic1
.9 .93
Ic2
.8 .85
R
+ Ð
delay) test
.86 .95 .7 .9
18
.85 .98 .6 .95
17. Control unit setting values Ð

ground
+ .8
xIr
1 .5
xIr
1
19 Ir tr
.9 .92 120 240
R F 20 .88 .95 60
18. Adjust Ic2 (load monitoring) test
21
19. Adjust Ic1 (load monitoring) R .85 .98 30 480
.8 1 15
22 xIo at 1.5Ir
20. Test the control unit BU ME 23
24 Im tm
4 5 .4 .3
PIL 25 3 6 .3 .2
21. Save fault trip indicator 2 8 .2 .1
22. Lock the control unit PBD 1.5 10 .1 0
xIr on I2t off
settings
I
12 14
23. Clear fault trip indicator F + PIL 8 19
and/or check battery level 4 22
24. Recall the latest fault trip F + PIL 2 Max.

xIn
indicator Ih 1200A Max th T
500 600 .4 .4
25. Fault trip indicator 400 800 .3 .3
320 1000 .2 .2
250 1200 .1 .1
A on I t off
2
Ic1 Ic2 R
.9 .93 .8 .85
.86 .95 .7 .9
.85 .98 .6 .95

.8 1 .5 1
xIr xIr

I
ON
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push
O
OFF
push ed
harg
disc
OFF
d
ecte
conn
test
ted
onnec
disc

In 2000 A
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push to reset
Io 1600 A
Io Ir tr
0.63 0.8 .9 .92 120 240
.88 .95 60
.85 .98 30 480 Ir 0.8 0.55 0.88 0.90 0.93 0.95 0.98 1.0
0.5 1
I1 I2 I3 .8 1 15
90%
Im tm
50%
STR 58 U
Ir = 0.90 x Io =1440 A Ir 0.8 to 1.0 Io
In = 2000 A 0.5
15
20%
Ir tr
Im tm
3
4 5
.3
.4 .3 Im 1.5 2.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 6.0 8.0 10.0
xIo at 1.5Ir
6 .2
Im tm 2 8 .2 .1
1.5 10 .1 0
xIo
t I
Im 1.5 to 10.0 Ir
Ih
xIn
th T Im = 5 x Ir = 7200 A
xIn
i Ic1 Ic2 R
test I 8
I (H2) 2 Max 2 to Max
xIr xIr 12 I
F
test
6 17 2 to off
4 22 I
2 off 2 Max.
(H1) 2 off

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push to reset
15É480 s
Io Ir tr tr
0.63 0.8 .9 .92 120 240
.88 .95 60
0.5 1
.85 .98 30 480
tm tm 0 to 0.4 s
I1 I2 I3 .8 1 15
90%
Im tm
.4 .3
.2
I2t off
4 5 .4 .3
STR 58 U
3 6 .3 .2 .1
50%
0
2 8 .2 .1
20% 1.5 10 .1 0
I2t off
Ir tr
xIo at 1.5Ir Io Ir tr
Im tm
0.63 0.8 .9 .92 120 240
.88 .95 60
xIo
t
.85 .98 30 480
I 0.5 1
.8 1 15
xIn
Ih th T Im tm 0.1 to 0.3 s
4 5 .4 .3
i Ic1
xIn
3 6 .3 .2 tm
Ic2 R
2 8 .2 .1
test .3
1.5 10 .1 0
F
xIr xIr
.2 tm
.1 2
test
on t
on I2t
BU ME
06913298
push to reset t I
I
—an overload
ON xIn
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push Ih th T
O —a short-circuit
OFF
I1 I2 I3 xIn
push ed
90% overcurrent Ic1
+ Ð
Ic2 R
—a ground-fault
harg
disc test
STR 58 U
50%
xIr xIr
Ð ground
OFF
20%
F
Ir tr test
xIo at 1.5Ir
cted
Im tm
e
conn xIo
test
t I
xIn
d IN
ecte
Ih th T
GER
MERLIN
dis conn i Ic1

xIn
Ic2 R
test
xIr xIr
F
test
With the Mini Test Kit

CONTROL UNIT OPTIONS

Pre-trip and Overload Indication Option
The pre-trip and overload indication is standard with all control units except
STR 18 M. The overload indicator is a light-emitting diode (LED) which is:
ALR
• On when the current exceeds 90% of the current setting.
• Flashing on overload when current exceeds 105–120% of current
setting.
The pre-trip alarm switch is a contact (LR1–LR2) which closes when the
circuit breaker is in the overload zone. It opens if the load decreases below
the overload zone or if the circuit breaker trips.
For wiring diagram, see page 46.
STR 28 D LED
Io Ir
.9 .92
90 0.63 0.8 .88 .95
%Ir
105 0.5 1 .85 .98
.8 1
xIn xIo
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Im
push to reset 4 5
3 6
2
1.5
xIr
10
8
OFF:
+
I < 0.9 Ir
I1 I2 I3
90%
STR 28 D
50% STR 38 S
Io Ir
20% 90 0.63 0.8 .88
.9 .92
.95
90
%Ir
%Ir
Io Ir 105 0.5
xIn
1 .85
.8
xIo
1
.98
105 ON: +
Im tm
xIn xIo
3
4 5
6 .3
.4 .3
.2
0.9 Ir – 1.05 Ir
Im
2 8 .2 .1
1.5 10 .1 0
xIo xIr on I2t off
test
STR 58 U +
Flashing:
Io Ir tr
90 0.63 0.8 .88
.9 .92 120
.95 60
240 I > 1.05 Ir
%Ir
105 0.5 1 .85 .98 30 480
.8 1 15
xIn xIo at 1.5Ir
Im tm
4 5 .4 .3
3 6 .3 .2
2 8 .2 .1
1.5 10 .1 0
xIr on I2t off
When a dc power source is used, power has to be temporarily

disconnected to reset the optical triac contacts.

Thermal Memory Limitation Thermal memory is standard on the STR 38 S and STR 58 U trip units. The
thermal memory function remembers the thermal heating from each time the
pickup setting is exceeded.
It operates:
• Before tripping on long-time and ground-fault protection (if provided).
• After tripping on long-time protection only; the time-constant depends on
the internal temperature of the circuit breaker.
Any temporary overload generates an overheating value, which is stored. A

series of temporary overloads will be integrated into this overheating value.
Storing of this value results in reduced tripping time so the reaction of the trip
unit will be closer to the real heating seen by the system. The internal
temperature rise of the circuit breaker is measured by thermal resistors. The
cooling time constant of the memory depends on the over-temperature
condition. The standard version of the control unit STR 58 is fitted with a
min/max position switch.
The min position cancels the thermal memory and must only be used in
emergencies where reclosing on a fault is essential.
WARNING
HAZARD OF PERSONAL INJURY OR
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
Use “min” position only for emergency, when
reclosing on fault is absolutely necessary.
serious personal injury or equipment
damage.
τtr τ tr norm
τ tr norm.
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push to reset
t
τ tr tr tx
tx = f( θ°ACB)
I
I1 I2 I3
Ir
90%
STR 58 U t
50%
20%
Ir tr
xIn xIo
Im
at 1.5Ir
tm τ tr τ tr min.
xIo
t I ➀ ➁ ➂
xIn
Ih th T
t
i Ic1
xIn
Ic2 R
τ tr min.
test
tr tr
xIr xIr
F
test
I
Ir
τ tr
t

Ammeter Option
I1, I2, I3: Phase current
I Im: Maximum instantaneous current
max: Maximum current stored since the last reset
Ih: Ground-fault current
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push to reset push to reset push to reset push to reset
IM I1 I2 I3
I1 I2 I3 I I1 I2 I3 I I1 I2 I3 I I1 I2 I3 I
90% 90% 90% 90%
STR 38 S STR 38 S STR 38 S STR 38 S

50% 50% 50% 50%
20% 20% 20% 20%
push to reset push to reset push to reset
IN Ih Im
I1 I2 I3 I I1 I2 I3 I I1 I2 I3 I
90% 90% 90%
STR 38 S STR 38 S
50% 50%
Im
20% 20%
push to reset push to reset push to reset
max max max
I1 I2 I3 I I1 I2 I3 I I1 I2 I3 I
90% 90% 90%
STR 38 S STR 38 S STR 38 S

50% 50% 50%
20% 20% 20%

Fault Indication Option

Three light-emitting diodes (LEDs) indicate separately long-time, short-
time/instantaneous and ground-fault trip. A flat push button allows resetting
F of the indicator after tripping.
A separate power supply is required to maintain the fault indication after the
circuit breaker trips. Two options are offered:
• Connecting a reliable 24 Vdc control voltage on F1-F2. Auxiliary power
module is used for other voltages. When the control source is unreliable,
a bettery pack (BAT) is added to power module.
• From a built-in battery module. When no external control source is
available, a built-in battery module may be ordered (option PIL). This
module integrates battery testing and indicator resetting buttons.
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push to reset
t Ir :
t Ir :
t Ir :
Ir fault Im : Ir fault tm : Ir fault
Im :
I1 I2 I3
90% tr
th : tr th :
tr th :
Ih Ih
STR 58 U
fault Ih
50% Im fault Im fault fault Im fault
tm fault tm tm
20% th th th
Ir tr
I I I
xIo at 1.5Ir i i i
Im tm
t I
xIo
test test test
xIn
Ih th T
xIn
i Ic1 Ic2 R
test F F
xIr xIr
F test test
test
Turns off after two

minutes (if internal
battery power supply). Call it back then reset it.

Battery Option
2 Lithium Battery
Size: 3.6 V - 850mA/h
F
Test
Type: SAFT LS3
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SONNENSCHEIN
push to reset TEL-S
1
90%
I1 I2 I3 4
50%
STR 58 U
F
Test
3
20%
Ir tr
xIo at 1.5Ir FT
Im tm S A ium A/h
th 850m
Li -
3,5V
xIo
t I
Ih
xIn
th T
5
xIn
i Ic1 Ic2 R
test
F
xIr xIr Battery Test
test
F
Test
6 led
F
Test
Load Monitoring Option

The option R provides two independant static contacts which operate when
the current exceeds adjustable pickup limits.
R
• When the current exceeds the limit Ic1 (or Ic2) the contact C-R1
(or C-R2) closes, following an inverse time characteristic a.
• When the current drops below the limit Ic1 (or Ic2) the contact C-R1
(or C-R2) opens with constant time delay (10 seconds) b.
For wiring diagram see page 46.
\
06313302
push to reset
t Ir :
t Ir :
t Ir :
Ir fault Im : Ir fault tm : Ir fault
Im :
I1 I2 I3
90% tr
th : tr th :
tr th :
Ih Ih
STR 58 U
fault Ih
50% Im fault Im fault fault Im fault
tm fault tm tm
20% th th th
Ir tr
I I I
xIo at 1.5Ir i i i
Im tm
t I
xIo
test test test
xIn
Ih th T
xIn
i Ic1 Ic2 R
test F F
xIr xIr
F test test
test
Turns off after two minutes
(if internal battery power supply).
Call it back. then reset it.

Segregated Alarm Switch Option

This switch works like the standard overcurrent trip switch (SDE) except a
selector switch on the control unit is used to choose the type of fault which
FV will operate the contact: overload, short-circuit, ground-fault or any
combination of these types. This option can be used in addition to the SDE
switch for remote signaling of particular types of faults.
A flat push button allows resetting of the indicator after tripping.
V
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push to reset
=0
Selector Fault Type V

90%
I1 I2 I3
Switch Overload Short-circuit Ground-fault
STR 58 U
50%
L 1 0 0
20%
V
Ir tr
L+T 1 0 1
xIo at 1.5Ir
Im tm
I 0 1 0
xIo
t I
I+T 0 1 1 =1
xIn
Ih th T
L+I 1 1 0
i Ic1
xIn
Ic2 R V
test
xIr xIr
L+I+T 1 1 1
F
test
T 0 0 1
Off 0 0 0
To reset remote indicator contact (V output) V

F
I+T L+I
test
1 2 reset V I
L+T
L+I+T
T
L off
Ground-fault Protection Option
T or W
Use 24 Vdc module when circuit breaker has ground-fault trip unit
and when load is less than 20% of sensor or ground-fault pick-up
is set in the red* (lower) zone.
06313306
push to reset Ih 1200A Max th T

500 600 .4 .4
.3
Ih 0.1 to 1.0 In Max 1200 A
400 800 .3
320 1000 .2 .2
250 1200 .1 .1
I1 I2 I3
90% A on I2t off
0.1 to 0.4 sec.
STR 58 U
50%
I2t on
20%
400
Ir tr
*Red zone
xIo at 1.5Ir 320
Im tm
250
t I
xIo
Ih 0.1 to 1.0 In Max 1200 A
T
Ih
xIn
th Ih 1200A Max th
xIn
500 600 .4 .4 0.1 to 0.4 sec.
i Ic1 400 800 .3 .3
Ic2
I2t
R
test
off
xIr xIr 320 1000 .2 .2
F
250 1200 .1 .1
test
A on I2t off
th
T = Residual sensing
W = Source ground return

Zone-selective Interlocking Option

Option Z on the STR 58 U trip unit provides selective interlocking of
short-time or ground-fault tripping.
Z A control wire links several trip units in the distribution network, as shown in
the figure below.
In the event of a fault, the trip unit will obey the pre-set delay only if receiving
a signal from the downstream unit. If not receiving a signal, tripping will be
instantaneous (time delay corresponding to 0.1 setting of short-time
protection).
• The fault is cleared instantaneously by the nearest circuit breaker.
Table 9: Control Cable
• Thermal stresses (I²t) in the network are minimized, without any affect on
Cable size #18–#14 AWG (1.5 mm2) the correct time delay coordination in the installation.
Max. length 60 ft. (20m) NOTE: On drawout circuit breakers, terminals are delivered with “in”
Wiring
Twisted in pairs terminals jumpered. Remove the jumper when interlocking with a
one turn per 4 in. (10 cm) downstream circuit breaker.
Upstream: 2
No. of circuit breakers
downstream; no limit — The MASTERPACT® circuit breaker may also be interlocked with
COMPACT® CK type molded case circuit breakers with zone-
selective interlocking option.
— Do not ground.
Fault 1
A Z12 Circuit breaker (A) will clear the fault instantaneously, regardless of its time
Z11 out
delay setting.
Z22 in
Z21
Fault 2
1
Circuit breaker (B) will inform upstream circuit breaker (A) that it is clearing
the fault so that circuit breaker (A) does not trip instantaneously. Circuit
06313307
breaker (A) will trip at the end of its time delay setting if the fault is not
cleared during this time.
Z12
B Z12
Z11
out Z11 out
Z12
Z11 out
Z22 in Z22 in Z22 in
Z21 Z21 Z21
Z12 Z12
Z11 out Z11 out
Z22
Z21
in Z22 in
Z21
Transmit Data from Trip Unit Option

The DIGIPACT® connections communicate over MODBUS™ (J Bus) and
require the STR 58 U control unit with option C (communications) and
C modules:
• DC 150: Data concentrator
• SC150: Product indication and control interface

With DIGIPACT® Modules

Table 10: MASTERPACT® Communications Functions
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DIGIPACT POWERLOGIC Circuit Monitors

Function
SC150 DC150 SC150 2050 2150 2250 2350
Data Concentrator
Basic Protection and Switching
Status (open/closed/tripped) c c c c c
Remote control (open/closed) c c c c c
Pre-trip overload indication c — — — —
Connected/disconnected position c c c c c
SC150 Load monitoring (option R) c — — — —
Internal temperature alarm c — — — —
Amps per phase (Ia, Ib, Ic, In) c c c c c
Trip time/date — — c c c
Trip type (L–S/I–G) c c c c c
Long-time alarm — c c c c
® Magnitude of current interrupted — — 1 1 1
With POWERLOGIC Circuit Monitors
Network Trip history — — c c c
(SY/MAX) Trip unit settings c — — — —
Metering
Amps-instantaneous — c c c c
Circuit
Monitor Amps-peak demand — c c c c
PowerLogic
CIRCUIT MONITOR
Volts (I–I and L–G) — c c c c

Power (instantaneous) VA, VAr, W — c c c c
Power (demand) VA, VAr, W — c c c c
Advanced Protection
Voltage imbalance — c c c c
Current imbalance — c c c c
Reverse power flow — c c c c
Reverse phase — c c c c
Frequency out of limits — c c c c
Power Quality
thd (amperages and voltage) — c c c c
Harmonics (amperages and voltage) — — — c c
Waveform (amperages and volts) — — — c c
Sags/swells — — — — c
Voltage disturbance — c c c c
1The circuit monitor input current is limited to 7.5 A. To obtain magnitude of current interrupted,
the current transformers must be oversized appropriately.

Section 4—Maintenance 01/2002
SECTION 4— MAINTENANCE
DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, BURN OR
EXPLOSION
personnel.
• Replace all devices, doors, and covers
before turning on power to this equipment.

ROUTING INSPECTIONS
Perform Routine External Inspection: By:
• Annually for normal operating conditions and • Opening and closing the circuit breaker manually
• After every 1000 operations for harsh • Opening and closing the circuit breaker remotely, using the different
operating conditions auxiliaries successively
• Testing operation of the control unit with the mini test kit or the complete
test kit
Perform Routine External Inspection: By Checking:

• After circuit breaker opens on a short circuit • Condition of arc chutes
or • Condition of contacts
• Every two years for normal operating • Tightness of connections
conditions or
• Condition of clusters
• Annually for harsh operating conditions
ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE
Perform Electrical Maintenance: By Replacing:
• When the maximum allowable electrical • Arc chutes
operation without maintenance is reached • Arc chutes
• When the maximum allowable electrical • Main contacts
operation with maintenance is reached
Perform Electrical Maintenance: By Replacing:

• When the maximum allowable mechanical • The electrical charging mechanism
endurance without maintenance is reached • The main contacts
• The two toggle return springs
• Mechanical interlocking

01/2002 Section 4—Maintenance
CHECK ARC CHUTES
DANGER Disconnect power

and loosen screws.
Pry up arc chute.
06313309
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, BURN OR
EXPLOSION
personnel.
• Turn off all power supplying this equipment Check the condition of the arc chute:
• arc chute body not broken,
before working on or inside equipment. Lift arc-chute out of circuit breaker.
• separators not corroded,
• Always use a properly rated voltage sensing • if necessary, replace the arc chute
06313310

Check Contacts Close the circuit breaker to check the wear of the contacts.
≤ 4000 A x 3
Worn contacts
Good contacts
06313311
≤ 4000 A x 4
Good contacts Worn contacts
06313312

Section 4—Maintenance 01/2002
WIRING DIAGRAM
Drawout Position Switches Auxiliary Switches Remote Operation
Undervoltage Shunt Ready- Motor

or
Connected Disconnected Test Standard Heavy Duty Trip Device Trip to-close Operator
06313313
Closed Spring
Disconnected Test Remote Charged
Open
Connected Open
312 322 332 342 354 364 374 Remote

314 324 334 344 352 362 372
Close
212 234 12 22 32 42 D4 A4 254 B4

222 244 14 24 34 44 C2 252 262
311 321 321 321 351 361 371
F F O O
MN MX XF
standard
OF
211 231 11 21 31 41 D1 C1 A1 251 B1

221 241
Circuit breaker shown in connected, charged and open position,

undervoltage release energized.

01/2002 Section 4—Maintenance
06313314
Remote Fault Local Fault Indications

Ground-fault Zone-selective Load Data
and Overload Ammeter and Remote Selected
Protection Interlocking Monitoring Transmission
Indication Fault Indication
Communication Ic2
Fault Overload Selected
Alarm Alarm Fault
Ic1
Upstream
Circuit Communication
Breaker Network3
S2 S1
82 841 LR2 T2 T1 V Z11 Z12 R1 R2 e+ e-
1 LT ST Gnd out
4 T or W C option
I option Z option
LT option5 F or FV R
alarm option6 V in option
SDE
81 LR1 F1 F2 Z212 Z22 C

_ +
24 Vdc Downstream
Circuit Breaker
1
84 terminal not available with Z or C option.
2 Zone-selective interlocking with downstream circuit breaker requires removal of jumper from drawout circuit breaker.
3 Communication output through DIGIPACT® module.
4
Use 24 Vdc supply if I max, information is to be retained after the circuit breaker has tripped.
5
Use 24 Vdc supply for lower setting of ground-fault pickup (red zone), or when load is less than 20% of sensor rating.
6
Use 24 Vdc supply for F option if not supplied with PIL (battery) option.
Use 24 Vdc supply (mandatory) for FV option.

01/2002 Section 5—Set-up Guide
SECTION 5— SET-UP GUIDE
MINIMUM ENCLOSURE The following tables indicate the minimum compartment size in which the
circuit breaker has been tested and is suitable for continuous operation at
100% rating.
Figure 29: Drawout Circuit Breaker (with Arc Chute Cover)
W D
06313315 H
X X
Table 11: Dimensions

Circuit Breaker Type
MP08–MP20 MP25–MP30 MP40–MP50 MC08–MC20 MC32 MC40–MC50

Dimension
in. (mm) in. (mm) in. (mm) in. (mm) in. (mm) in. (mm)
H 17.50 (440) 26.00 (660) 26.00 (660) 17.50 (440) 22.00 (560) 26.00 (660)
W 21.00 (530) 21.00 (530) 34.00 (670) 21.00 (530) 25.25 (650) 34.00 (670)
D 14.25 (360) 14.25 (360) 14.25 (360) 14.25 (360) 14.25 (360) 14.25 (360)
X-minimum 0 0 4.30 (110) 0 4.30 (110) 4.30 (110)
Table 12: Ventilation

MP08–MP20 MP25–MP30 MP40–MP50 MC08–MC20 MC32 MC40–MC50

Ventilation
in. (mm) in. (mm) in. (mm) in. (mm) in. (mm) in. (mm)
(both top and bottom) None 30.00 (200) 30.00 (200) None 30.00 (200) 30.00 (200)

CLEARANCE INFORMATION Dimensions shown are for the maximum interrupting current of the
circuit breaker.
Figure 30: Drawout Circuit Breaker (with Arc Chute Cover)
3.94 in.
[100 mm]
06313316
Min. = 0 Min. = 0
Min. = 0 Min. = 0
Figure 31: Fixed Circuit Breaker (with Arc Chute Cover)
Min. = 0 Min. = 0
3.94 in.
[100 mm]
06313317
Min. = 0 Min. = 0 7.88 in.

[200 mm]

Section 5—Set-up Guide 01/2002
STACKING CONFIGURATIONS The following table shows some possible circuit breaker stacking
configurations. These examples apply when the circuit breaker is used either
as a main, a tie or a feeder circuit breaker.
MP08 / MP12
MP25 / Blank
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MP16 / MP20
MC08 / MC16
MC20
Blank Compartment Blank Compartment
17.5
26
MP08 / MP12
MP16 / MP20
MC08 / MC16
MC20 MP25 / MP30 MC32 MP40 / MP50
MC40 / MC50
17.5
Circuit
90.00 in. Breaker
[2286 mm] Zone
MP08 / MP12
84.00 in. MP16 / MP20
[2134 mm] MC08 / MC16 26 22
MC20
17.5
MP25 / MP30 MC32 MP40 / MC40 / Blank
MP08 / MP12
MP16 / MP20
MC08 / MC16
MC20
26 22
17.5
25.25 in. 34.25 in.

[641 mm] [870 mm]
21.00 in. 21.00 in. 14.25 in.
[533 mm] [533 mm] [362 mm]
: Ventilation
The depth of the circuit breaker zone (14.25 in. [362 mm]) is equal
to the depth of the circuit breaker compartment.
• NEC 380-8 requires all switches and circuit breakers used as switches to
be located so that they may be operated from a readily accessible
location. They shall be installed so that the center of the switch or circuit
breaker operating handle grip, when in its highest position, will not be
more than 6.5 ft. (1.98 m) above the floor or working platform.
• Customer allowable cumulative loading is as recommended in
ANSI C 37.20.1.
• Type MP, which is UL Listed under UL 489, is intended to be mounted in
switchboards.
• Type MC, which is UL Listed under UL 1066, is intended to be mounted
in switchgear.

CUMULATIVE LOADING
Allowable cumulative loading can be based on equal loading or

higher loading in the lowest compartment.
Table 13: Allowable Cumulative Loading Values Per

Compartment Section
Number of
Circuit Breaker Allowable
Frame Size (A) Circuit Breakers
Type Cumulative Load
Carrying Load
1 800*
2 1300*
MP08 and MC08 800
3 1800*
4 2200*
1 1200
2 1900
MP12 1200
3 2700
4 3400
1 1600*
2 2600*
MP16 and MC16 1600
3 3600*
4 4500*
1 2000*
2 3200*
MP20 and MC20 2000
3 4500
4 5600
1 2500
MP25 2500 2 4000
3 5600
1 3000*
MP30 3000
2 4800*
1 3200
MP32 3200
2 5100
1 4000*
MP40 and MC40 4000
2 6400
MP50 and MC50 5000 1 5000
*ANSI C37.20.1 values.

Section 5—Set-up Guide 01/2002
TEMPERATURE DERATING The continuous current rating is based on use in a 40°C ambient
temperature environment, inside an enclosure. Continuous current ratings
must be derated for ambient temperatures above 40°C, as indicated in the
following tables.
Table 14: Continuous Current Rating Based on Temperature Ambient
Ambient Circuit Breaker Type

Mounting
Temperature MP08H MP12H MP16H MP20H MP25H MP30H MP40H MP50H MP63H
40°C 800 1200 1600 2000 2500 3000 4000 5000 6300
45°C 800 1200 1600 2000 2500 2900 3900 5000 6000
Drawout 50°C 800 1200 1550 2000 2500 2750 3700 4800 5700
55°C 800 1150 1450 1900 2400 2600 3500 4500 5400
60°C 800 1100 1350 1800 2300 2450 3300 4200 5100
40°C 800 1200 1600 2000 2500 3000 4000 5000
45°C 800 1200 1600 2000 2500 3000 4000 5000
Fixed 50°C 800 1200 1600 2000 2500 2900 3900 5000
55°C 800 1200 1550 2000 2500 2600 3700 4800
60°C 800 1150 1450 1900 2400 2450 3300 4500
MC08N MC08H MC16H MC20H MC32H MC40H MC50H

40°C 800 800 1600 2000 3200 3750 5000
45°C 800 800 1500 2000 3000 3550 4800
Drawout 50°C 800 800 1400 1900 2800 3350 4500
55°C 750 750 1300 1500 2600 3050 4200
60°C 700 700 1200 1700 2420 2850 3800

POWER DISSIPATION
Table 15: Power Dissipation Measured* in Watts

Mounting
MP08 MP12 MP16 MP20 MP25 MP30 MP40 MP50 MP63
Fixed 43 95 170 166 305 440 448 700
Drawout 97 220 390 333 490 705 736 1150 1200
MC08 MC16 MC20 MC32 MC40 MC50

Drawout 97 390 333 800 736 1150
*Measured values for 3-pole circuit breakers at rated current, 40° C ambient temperature.
These values were obtained by extensive heat run testing and

represent the total heating effect rather than the heating caused
by I2r losses alone.
RESISTANCE
Table 16: Resistance Between Line and Load Terminals, Measured per Pole in Micro-ohms

Mounting
MP08 MP12 MP16 MP20 MP25 MP30 MP40 MP50 MP63
Fixed 14 14 14 8 10 10 10 10
Drawout 32 32 32 17 15 15 9 9 9
MC08 MC16 MC20 MC32 MC40 MC50

Drawout 32 32 17 15 9 9
ALTITUDE CORRECTION
FACTORS
When applying circuit breakers at altitudes great than 6600 ft.
(2000 m), their voltage and continuous current ratings must be
modified. Breaking capacities remain unchanged.
Table 17: Correction Factors

Altitude ft. (m)
6600 (2000) 9900 (3000) 13200 (4000)

Continuous current correction factor 1.00 0.99 0.96
Voltage
1.00 0.89 0.79
correction factor

Instruction Bulletin 01/2002

01/2002 Instruction Bulletin

MASTERPACT® MP, MF and MC Circuit Breakers
Square D Company Electrical equipment should be serviced only by qualified personnel. No responsibility
PO Box 3069 is assumed by Schneider Electric for any consequences arising out of the use of this
3700 Sixth St SW material. This document is not intended as an instruction manual for untrained
Cedar Rapids, IA, 52406-3069 USA persons.
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PLEASE NOTE Electrical equipment should be serviced only by qualified personnel. No

2 © 1998–2002 Schneider Electric All Rights Reserved.

SECTION 2: OPERATION Disconnecting and Connecting Instructions ............................................... 19

SECTION 3: CONTROL UNIT TYPES STR 18 M Control Unit ............................................................................... 28

© 1998–2002 Schneider Electric All Rights Reserved 3

SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE Routing Inspections .................................................................................... 44

SECTION 5: SET-UP GUIDE Minimum Enclosure .................................................................................... 48

4 © 1998–2002 Schneider Electric All Rights Reserved

• This equipment must be installed and

Failure to follow this instruction will result in

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR Do not store circuit breakers in a corrosive or salt-air environment.

Circuit Breaker Status Store with:

© 1998–2002 Schneider Electric All Rights Reserved 5

IDENTIFYING THE CIRCUIT Figure 1: Location of Markings on Circuit Breaker

Name label giving

Serial: Manufacturing no.

Figure 2: Location of Markings on Stationary Assembly

Circuit breaker stationary assembly

6 © 1998–2002 Schneider Electric All Rights Reserved

Drawout-mounted Circuit Breaker with Figure 3: Unpacking Drawout-mounted Circuit Breaker

Remove four bolts, nuts and washers.

Remove four bolts, nuts and washers.

Remove four bolts, nuts and washers.

© 1998–2002 Schneider Electric All Rights Reserved 7

Stationary Assembly Only Figure 5: Unpacking Stationary Assembly

06313229 Remove four bolts, nuts and washers.

MP40 to MP63 Drawout-mounted Figure 6: Unpacking Stationary Assembly

8 © 1998–2002 Schneider Electric All Rights Reserved

Failure to follow this instruction will result in

Circuit Stationary Circuit Terminals

MP20 60 (27) 121 (55) 36 (16)

Circuit Breaker Stationary assembly

Figure 9: Using an Electrical or Mechanical Platform Lift

rear of the circuit breaker.

© 1998–2002 Schneider Electric All Rights Reserved 9

MC32 Circuit Breakers

Failure to follow this instruction will result in

Type Stationary Circuit Terminals

Figure 12: Using an Electrical or Mechanical Platform Lift

10 © 1998–2002 Schneider Electric All Rights Reserved

MP40 to MP63 and MC40 to MC50

Failure to follow this instruction will result in

Type Stationary Circuit Terminals

MP40 198 (90) 264 (120) 88 (40)

MP63 242 (110) 308 (140) 177 (80)

Figure 15: Using an Electrical or Mechanical Platform Lift

• Do not let the forks of a fork lift protude past

Frame Stationary assembly

© 1998–2002 Schneider Electric All Rights Reserved 11

MF12, MF20 and MF30 Circuit Breakers

Failure to follow this instruction will result in

Figure 17: Using a Lifting Sling (MF30 Circuit Breaker)

Clearance inside the switchboard is minimal.

MF20 176 (80) 76 (34)

12 © 1998–2002 Schneider Electric All Rights Reserved

ATTACHING REAR TERMINALS

Drawout Circuit Breakers Fixed Circuit Breakers Attaching Rear Terminals*

Screws: M10, 2-2/5 in. [60 mm] long.

MP50, MP63 and MC50 MP50, MP63 and MC50