Effective April, 1999
IL 33-DB6-1
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WARNING
NOTE: This Retrofit Kit IS NOT DESIGNED for
use on any model of DB-25 Breaker equipped
with a Bell Alarm or BOTH a Shunt Trip AND
an Under Voltage Mechanism. If the Retrofitter
attempts to modify the Breaker to
accommodate this Retrofit Kit, or modify
this Retrofit Kit to accommodate the Breaker,
those actions will be at the sole responsibility
and liability of the Retrofitter.
For more information, contact Cutler-Hammer
at 1-800-937-5487.
Step 1: General Breaker Preparation
Before attempting to remove the Breaker from the
Cell or perform any Retrofit Operation, be sure to
read and understand the Safety Precautions
section of this manual. In addition, be sure to read
and understand the
Instructions for the Application
of Digitrip RMS Retrofit Kits on Power Circuit
Breakers
(Retrofit Application Data - Publication
AD-33-855-1), supplied with the Digitrip Retrofit Kit.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INSTALL OR PERFORM
MAINTENANCE ON EQUIPMENT WHILE IT IS
ENERGIZED. SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR
DEATH CAN RESULT FROM CONTACT WITH
ENERGIZED EQUIPMENT. VERIFY THAT NO
VOLTAGE IS PRESENT BEFORE PROCEEDING.
A. Trip the Breaker and remove it from the Cell.
Move the Breaker to a clean, well-lit work
bench.
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the Retrofitter
to insure that the Breaker and all original
components are in good condition. Visually
inspect all Breaker components for signs of
damage or wear. If any signs of damage or wear
are detected for components not included in the
Retrofit Kit, secure the necessary replacement
parts before beginning the Retrofit Process.
The force necessary to trip the Breaker should
not exceed three (3) lbs.
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the Retrofitter
to insure that the proper, manufacturer’s
recommended crimping tools and terminals are
used for each type of connector. It is also the
responsibility of the Retrofitter to insure that all
wire preparations, connections, strippings,
terminations, and wiring techniques are
performed according to the latest IEEE, NEC,
and / or NEMA industry standards,
specifications, codes, and guidelines.
To begin the Retrofit Process, refer to the
components list at the end of this manual. Lay out
the components and hardware according to the
steps outlined. The components and hardware will
be used to complete each step in the Retrofit
Process.
Under Voltage
Mechanism
Shunt Trip
Shunt Trip
Under Voltage
Mechanism
