User`s Manual - Chicken Switch
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1. 4 Position the actuator on the circuit breaker control switch that is to be operated See the diagrams on the following pages for proper method to install 5 The GEPB 1 is designed so that the breaker can be charged after it is installed It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED to charge the breaker after installation to help reduce the possibility of inadvertently closing the breaker when installing the GEPB 1 6 Ensure you are at a safe distance from the circuit breaker that is to be operated 4 3 Attaching and Removing the Actuator Step 1 Using two hands position the GEPB 1 on the top Step 2 left corner of the breaker with the ae as the bottom of the GEPB 1 tilted corner of the outward alignment angles on the GEPB 1 are seated firmly against the top left corner of the breaker face Hold bottom of actuator away from cabinet door to allow easier alignment The GEPB 1 must align firmly against the breaker face on the TOP and the SIDE Step 3 While holding the GEPB 1 firmly tilt the bottom towards the breaker until the magnets engage the cabinet door Step 4 Use opening in the frame to visually verify that the GEPB 1 is in place against the breaker side Step 5 The GEPB 1 has been properly installed Follow the Steps 5 and 6 in Section 4 2 to operate the breaker To REMOVE ACTUATOR While firmly holding the actuator with two hands pull the bottom away from the cabinet door to2. L OR SPECIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOST PROFITS EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES MarTek Ltd reserves the right to disallow warranty repairs if the unit has been disassembled or misused as determined by MarTek Ltd in good faith Please contact us at 800 248 4958 for a return authorization MarTek Ltd 4806 Chimney Drive Charleston WV 25302 1 304 965 9220 1 800 248 4958 7 0 MECHANICAL Holding magnets Gearmotor Torque Projected life ELECTRICAL Operating voltage Fuse Power supply Control Cable Controller Specifications Two magnets each rated 55 1 lbs force 12 600 Gauss All metal gears in a formed metallic housing DC brushed permanent magnet motor with 375 inch diameter shaft 9 5 mm Approximately 35 inch pounds 7 9 N m 20 000 operations 24 volts DC 4 amp quick blow AGC 4 16 AA alkaline disposable batteries When used properly one set of batteries should yield over 700 operations 30 feet in length 9 1 meters 5 conductor extra flexible PUR insulation Requires two hand operation The enable button must be depressed while rotating the controller selector switch A programmable micro controller manages control inputs motor functions monitors and limits mechanical travel and performs timing functions to protect the motor ina stalled condition An intelligent H bridge motor driver provides start stop braking mot
3. avoid setting the actuator where the magnets might attract debris If this does occur use a paper towel or nylon bristle brush to clean the face of the magnets Keeping the magnet faces clean ensures that maximum holding power is maintained 5 2 Storage Remove all batteries from the control station if the device will not be used for longer than 6 months Never store the batteries where the ambient temperature might exceed 110 F Avoid getting the unit wet or storing it in a high humidity location 6 0 Warranty MarTek Ltd guarantees all products manufactured by MarTek Ltd only against defects in materials and or workmanship for a period of twelve 12 months commencing on the date the product is received by the customer THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE MarTek Ltd will at its option and its cost including shipping expenses for return and re delivery repair replace or refund the purchase price of any product manufactured by MarTek Ltd which has a defect in materials and or workmanship THIS IS CUSTOMER S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY IN NO EVENT WILL MARTEK LTD S LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES WHETHER ARISING FROM BREACH OF CONTRACT OR WARRANTY NEGLIGENCE STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT CONCERNED NOR WILL MARTEK LTD BE LIABLE FOR PUNITIVE INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIA
4. k CHICKEN SWITCH A Portable Actuator for Remotely Operating General Electric Power Break I Circuit Breakers Model GEPB 1 User s Manual 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 6 0 7 0 CHICKEN SWITCH User s Manual For Model GEPB 1 Arc blast Hazards Safety Information 2 1 Finger pinch points 2 2 Strong magnets Battery Information 3 0 Battery Requirements 3 1 Battery Life 3 2 Battery Replacement 3 3 Connecting Disconnecting Batteries 3 4 Static Discharge Potential Operation 4 1 Connecting the control cable 4 2 Sequence of operation 4 3 Attaching and removing the actuator 4 4 Indicator lights Care and Storage 5 1 Cleaning debris from magnets 5 2 Storage Warranty Specifications 1 0 Arc blast Hazards The hazards associated with electrical arc blasts are well documented Studies conducted by numerous industries and professional organizations have sought to quantify the intensity of arc blast the risks to personnel and various methodologies for mitigating the risks Without doubt increasing the distance between the arc and a human is the single greatest favorable factor in reducing injuries The Chicken Switch is not a panacea but rather one more tool available for protecting workers while they are performing electrical switching Using a Chicken Switch may not negate the need for additional personal protective measures The user is ultimately responsible for evaluating each situa
5. onnect the control cable before replacing batteries to avoid possible static damage of the electronics A 9 Turn the control station upside down remove the endplate retaining knob Remove the endplate and slide the cover out as shown below 3 3 To connect disconnect batteries Squeeze and F 3 4 CAUTION Static Discharge Potential e To avoid possible damage to electronic components disconnect the control cable before replacing batteries To avoid possible damage to electronic components disconnect control cable before replacing batteries 4 0 Operation ALWAYS connect the control cable to the actuator BEFORE installing the Chicken Switch 4 1 Connecting the control cable D UT wf 1 Align the arrow on the cable end with the top of the receptacle 2 Push in and engage the threads on the coupling nut and turn clockwise 3 After one or two turns of the coupling nut push in on the cable end Repeat this until the connector is fully seated 4 Use a similar technique of turn stop and pull to disengage the cable ends 4 2 Sequence of Operation 1 If the breaker needs to be charged DO NOT charge it until the GEPB 1 has been installed See Step 5 2 Connect the control cable to the actuator 3 Connect the control cable to the hand hand controller As soon as the cable is connected the actuator will move to the neutral position if it is not already in that position
6. or functions The H bridge has integral thermal shutdown protection MarTek Ltd 4806 Chimney Drive Charleston WV 25302 1 800 248 4958 www chickenswitch com Chicken Switch is a Registered Trademark of MarTek Ltd Copyright 2004 2013 MarTek Ltd All rights reserved User Manual GEPB 1 Version 1 0
7. release the magnets and carefully remove the actuator from the breaker Pull bottom away first to release magnets 4 4 The indicator lights amp controls NOTE the indicator lights only work when the ENABLE button is depressed GREEN indicates the actuator is being commanded to rotate in the TRIP direction RAN indicates the actuator is being commanded to rotate in the CLOSE direction YELLOW indicates the actuator is in the neutral position and the controller and batteries are healthy Rapidly blinking YELLOW indicates the battery voltage with zero load has fallen to an unacceptable level Operation is inhibited until batteries with an acceptable voltage level are installed The ENABLE button The Enable button must be continuously depressed in order to command the actuator Releasing the enable button has the same affect as returning the selector switch to neutral the actuator moves to neutral Note If the control switch is held in the trip or close position for longer than approximately 3 seconds the drive motor will de energize and the arm will remain in driven position When the control switch or the enable button is released the motor will energize to drive the actuator arm to neutral TRIP CLOSE oe ce Flashing Yellow Low Voltage Inhibit ENABLE 5 0 Care and Storage 5 1 Cleaning the magnets Over a period of time the magnets may attract ferrous debris Exercise care to
8. tion to determine if additional protective measures are needed A Electrical switching may present risk of serious injury or death This device should only be used by qualified persons after careful analysis of the hazards 2 0 Safety Information ALWAYS connect the control cable to the actuator BEFORE installing the Chicken Switch 2 1 Finger pinch points NEVER place your fingers or other body parts below between the Close arm and top angle when the control station is connected to the actuator The actuator arm could pinch your hand body part against the angle vuus verse nn Dare Keep fingers clear of the bottom of the actuator when the actuator is near a ferrous surface 2 2 Strong magnets The holding magnets are very strong Keep magnetically sensitive objects such as watches or computer disks away from the bottom of the actuator 3 0 3 1 3 2 Battery Requirements Sixteen 16 AA alkaline cells are required eight cells in each battery holder Carefully observe polarity when installing cells Rechargeable NiMh or NiCd can be used Battery Life A set of fresh alkaline cells should give over 700 operations The Chicken Switch is designed as a portable device It is not designed to remain with the control unit connected to the actuator for extended periods of time To do so will deplete a fresh set of batteries in approximately four to five days Battery Replacement ALWAYS disc
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