Sbs 2000

SB Encased Systems Breakers
400-2000 Ampere Frame Ratings

Information and Instruction Guide
Manual No. SG-
Circuit breaker indicators shown in this booklet are for illustration purposes only. Circuit
breakers are to be installed in Discharged and Open positions only.
IMPORTANT
The information contained herein is general in nature and not intended for specific
application purposes. It does not relieve the user of responsibility to use sound practices
in application, installation, operation, and maintenance of the equipment purchased.
Siemens reserves the right to make changes in the specifications shown herein or to
make improvements at any time without notice or obligations. Should a conflict arise
between the general information contained in this publication and the contents of
drawings or supplementary material or both, the latter shall take precedence.
NOTE
*Authorized and qualified personnel
For the purpose of this manual a qualified person is one who is familiar with the installation,
construction or operation of the equipment and the hazards involved. In addition, he has
the following qualifications:
(a) is trained and authorized to de-energize, clear, ground, and tag circuits and
equipment in accordance with established safety practices.
(b) is trained in the proper care and use of protective equipment such as rubber gloves,
hard hat, safety glasses or face shields, flash clothing, etc., in accordance with
established safety practices.
(c) is trained in rendering first aid.
SUMMARY
These instructions do not purport to cover all details or variations in equipment, nor to
provide for every possible contingency to be met in connection with installation,
operation, or maintenance. Should further information be desired or should particular
problems arise which are not covered sufficiently for the purchasers purposes, the
matter should be referred to the local sales office, listed on back of this instruction guide.
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warranty.
400-2000 Amp SB Encased Systems Breakers

Table of Contents
Page
General Information
Introduction
Frame Sizes and Frame Ratings
Rating Plugs
Interruption and Short Time Ratings
Overcurrent Protection Configurations
RMS Current Sensing
Accessories
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
Description
Insulated - Encased Construction
Compact Size
Bus Spacing and Connections
Two-Step Stored Energy Mechanism
Centralized Controls and Indicators
Simplified Minimum Depth Drawout Mechanism
Electronic Trip Unit
4
5
6
6
6
7
8
8
Frame Installation Instructions

Installing the Stationary Drawout Element
Installing the Moveable Drawout Element
Installing Fixed - Mounted Circuit Breakers
Installing the Electronic Trip Unit
Inserting/Removing Rating Plug
9
10
11
12-14
14-15
Operating Instructions
Part One - Operating the SB Encased
Systems Breaker
Manually Charging the
Stored Energy Mechanism
Discharging the Stored Energy Mechanism
Locally Closing the Circuit Breaker
Locally Opening the Circuit Breaker
Part Two - Manipulating the Moveable
Drawout Element
Racking Controls
Directional Shift Lever
Racking Pump Handle
Drawout Position Indicator
Moving Drawout Breaker between:
Fully Withdrawn and Unlocked Position
Unlocked to Test Position
Test to Connected Positions
Connected to Test Position
Test to Unlocked Position
Rotating the Moveable Drawout Element
Part Three - Monitoring the Electronic Trip Unit
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17
18
18
18
19
20
20
21
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28-35
Page
Internal Accessories
Preliminary Installation Procedures
Electric Motor Operator
Local Electric Close
Remote Close Assembly
Auxiliary Switches
Undervoltage Release
Shunt Trip
Electronic Bell Alarm
Remote Indicator Panel
36-37
38-47
47
48-51
52-53
54-55
56-57
58-59
60-62
External Accessories
Ground Fault Monitor
Display Module
Ground Fault Sensing and Relaying
Key Interlock
Drawout Padlock
Closing Blocking Device
Cell Switches
Drawout Safety Shutters
Secondary Disconnects
Control Terminal Blocks
Sliding Secondary Disconnects
Pressure Wire Connectors
Neutral Sensing Transformer
Lifting Device Bracket
Auxiliary Power Source
Universal Test Kit, TS-31
Dead Front Shield
63
63
64-66
67
68
68
69
70-71
72
72
73
74
75-76
77
78
79-80
81
Outline Dimension Drawings

800A/1200A Stationary Drawout
800A/1200A Moveable Drawout
2000A Stationary Drawout
2000A Moveable Drawout
800A/1200A Fixed-Mounted
2000A Fixed-Mounted
82-83
84-85
86-87
88-89
90-91
92-93
Ordering Information
SB Encased Systems Breakers
Electronic Trip Units
Rating Plugs
Accessory Wiring Diagrams
UL Listings and File Numbers
94
94
95
96
96-97
98-100
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General Information
Introduction
Siemens SB Encased Systems Breakers bridge the performance gap between Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)
and Low Voltage Power Circuit Breakers (LVPCB). Modern
computer-aided design and manufacturing tools were used
to effectively blend the technologies of the MCCB and
LVPCB. This combination has resulted in a family of encased
systems circuit breakers that exhibit the most desirable
characteristics of each of the parent technologies. Included
in these characteristics are high interrupting capacities, high
withstand capabilities (magnetic stress), high short-time capabilities (overcurrent heating), and high mechanical and
electrical endurances, without maintenance.
Applications for SB breakers include main, tie, feeder, and
emergency source breakers in industrial plants, large com-
SB Enclosed Systems Breakers

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mercial complexes, and medical and health care facilities.

The circuit breakers are constructed for either fixed or
drawout installation. They can be physically grouped in
central distribution switchboards, or used separately in standalone applications.
The SB breaker is equipped with a two-step stored energy
mechanism for closing and opening the breaker contacts.
After a closing operation, sufficient energy is retained in the
two-step stored energy mechanism to perform the tripping
function. The mechanism may be charged manually with the
integrated low-force charging handle or electrically with the
optional electric motor operator. Pushbuttons, switches and
color-coded indicators allow for easy close and open operations.
General Information
Frame Sizes and Frame Ampere Ratings
SB breakers come in three frame sizes with frame ampere
ratings ranging from 400 to 4000 amperes. All frames are
rated for 100% continuous operation. This particular instruction guide provides detailed SB breaker information for the
800, 1200 and 2000 ampere frame sizes. Frame ampere
ratings for these 3 (three) sizes range from 400 amperes to
2000 amperes.
The interruption rating of the SB breaker is specified on the

front cover label, and is further identified by the use of a color
bar at the top left of the breaker label. Blue indicates the
alternate or the lowest interrupting category. Black indicates the standard or middle interrupting rating. A Red
label indicates the highest available interrupting rating for the
SB breaker.

Frame Sizes and Ratings Combinations
Breaker
Frame Size
Breaker
Frame Ampere Rating (In)
800 Amperes
400 Amperes
800 Amperes
1200 Amperes
1200 Amperes
2000 Amperes
1600 Amperes
2000 Amperes
Siemens Electronic Trip Units for SB breakers are available

in six basic overcurrent protection configurations to meet
specific protection requirements. All trip units come equipped
with Adjustable Continuous Current and Long Time Delay
functions. Optional protection configurations are:
Rating Plugs
SB breakers are designed to use interchangeable rating
plugs. These rating plugs allow the user to customize the
effective ampere rating of the breaker to meet specific
applications. The label on the front of the breaker identifies
the rating plugs that may be used with that particular breaker.
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Available Rating Plugs
400
800
1200
1600
2000
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Three short circuit interruption ratings are available to meet

specific applications. The interruption ratings and short time
ratings are given in the following table.
UL/IEC Symmetrical RMS Amperes Interruption(1)
Measurement
UL
489
Voltage
SB Encased Systems Breaker

Frame Size Ampere Rating
AC
400
800
1200
2000
Type SBA - Standard AIR (Black Label)

240
480
600
65,000
65,000
42,000
65,000
65,000
42,000
65,000
65,000
42,000
65,000
65,000
50,000
100,000
100,000
65,000
100,000
100,000
65,000
240
480
600
100,000
100,000
65,000
100,000
100,000
65,000
Type SBH - High AIR (Red Label)

240
480
600
200,000
150,000
100,000
200,000
150,000
100,000
200,000
150,000
100,000
200,000
150,000
100,000
25,000
25,000
25,000
35.000
Icu
Ics
100000
100,000
100,000
100,000
Icw
25,000
25,000
25,000
35.000
Icu
Ics
65,000
65,000
65,000
65,000
Icw
25,000
25,000
25,000
35.000
Short Time Ratings

KA T=0.5 secs.
IEC
947-2
The trip unit that may be used with a specific circuit breaker
is identified on the front cover label.
The Siemens microprocessor controlled Electronic Trip Unit

executes the overcurrent fault protection functions of Siemens SB Encased Systems Breakers. The adjustment
flexibility provided by the trip unit allows the user to easily
accommodate load changes and other protection requirements while still assuring optimum coordination. A standard
feature of the trip unit is RMS current sensing. As opposed to
peak-current sensing, RMS sensing measures the true heating potential of the current waveform. This allows for more
accurate overcurrent protection and eliminates nuisance
tripping due to harmonic distortion of the current waveform
NOTE: For more complete information on other standard and optional features of the Electronic Trip Unit,
see Siemens Electronic Trip Unit for SB Encased
Systems Breakers Information and Instruction Guide,
Bulletin 2.20-3A.
A full family of internal, external, and remote accessories are

available for Siemens SB Encased Systems Breakers. A
breaker may be configured with all of the internal accessories
without changing the external physical characteristics. Detailed description of the accessories are contained in the
Accessories section, pages 36-81 .
(1) The information contained herein refers to product instructions and procedures
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Interrupting
RatingsSymmetrical
RMS Amperes
(50 Hz)
LSIG
Accessories
Type SBS - Alternate AIF (Blue Label)

Interrupting
Ratings Symmetrical
RMS Amperes
Identifier
LS
LI
LSI
LSG
LIG
RMS Current Sensing
200, 225, 250, 300, 350, 400

400, 450, 500, 600, 700, 800
600, 700, 800, 1000, 1200
800, 1000, 1200, 1600
1000, 1200, 1600, 2000
Interruption and Short Time Ratings
Standard
Protection Configuration
Long Time/Short Time
Long Time/Instantaneous
Long Time/Short Time/Instantaneous
Long Time/Short Time/Ground Fault
Long Time/Instantaneous/Ground Fault
Long Time/Short Time/Instantaneous/
Ground Fault
690
and is not intended to indicate availability.
Description
In addition to the performance achieved by combining the
MCCB and LVPCB technologies, several installation, operation, and safety features have been incorporated into the SB
breakers.
Insulated - Encased Construction

The SB breakers housing, internal barrier, and front cover
are molded from a thermoset material with a high-dielectric
strength (electrical insulation). The one piece molded case
(base and housing) provides enhanced structural integrity. A
mid barrier provides outer wall reinforcement, integral arc
baffling, and insulation/isolation between the two compartments of the circuit breaker. This patented construction has
allowed for a higher interrupting capacity within a smaller size
than could have been achieved by more conventional con-
struction. The electrical insulation property of the thermoset

material enhances the safety of operation. The insulated case
physically isolates and electrically insulates the user from the
internal high voltage contacts.
The arc chambers and main contact structure are encased
in the back compartment. The trip unit, controls, springs of
the stored energy mechanism, and optional internal accessories are located in the front compartment. Access to the
front compartment is by the removable front cover. Since the
barrier between the two compartments is made from the
same insulating thermoset material as the housing, the user
is physically isolated and electrically insulated from the main
breaker mechanism and contacts when the front cover is
removed.
Description
Compact Size
The 800A, 1200A and 2000A frame sizes have a common
width of 15 1/2 inches, a common depth of only 12 l/8 inches,
common bus center lines, and a common mounting footprint. This compact, shallow-depth (even with drawout breakers) permits stacking of six 800 ampere, 1200 ampere or four
2000 ampere breakers in a standard
Possible number of 800A and 2000A Frame Sizes in a 90inch Switchboard
switchboard. This compact packaging is made possible by

the insulated-encased construction and thermal performance
of the SB breaker. Even when operated at 100% of the frame
rating, no additional ventilation is required for the 800A,
1200A and 2000A frames. Detailed outline drawings of the
breakers and drawout elements are included in the Outline
Dimensions section, pages 82-93.
Example: Six 800A Siemens SB Encased Systems Breakers

can be stacked in a 90-inch switchboard
Description
Bus Spacing and Connections
Centralized Controls
Specific installation features of the SB breakers include 5inch pole spacing, and vertical or horizontal bus connections.
The 5-inch pole spacing allows for a standard bus connection
as specified in UL 891, eliminating the requirement for
additional thermal testing. The optional vertical or horizontal
bus connection is available on both fixed or drawout constructed breakers. Detailed outline drawings are contained in
the Outline Dimensions section, pages 82-93.
The manual charging handle, pushbutton control switches,

and color-coded indicators are grouped in the central escutcheon on the front cover. The U-shaped construction of
the charging handle provides for a firm grip regardless of the
position of the breaker in the switchboard. For safety, the
charging handle and push-to-close pushbutton are interlocked. This interlock prevents the breaker from being closed
unless the charging handle is in the stowed position, the
position to which it will automatically return when it is released. The interlock also prevents the breaker from being
manually charged if the Close button is depressed. Operating
instructions for the stored energy mechanism and controls
are in the Operating Instructions section, pages 16-27.
Two-Step Stored Energy Mechanism

A two-step stored energy mechanism is used to close and
open the breaker. Energy is initially stored in the main springs
of the stored energy mechanism. When the breaker is closed,
spring energy is consumed, and sufficient energy is retained
in the breaker to perform the tripping function.
The stored energy mechanism may be charged manually
(standard) or electrically (optional). Push button controls allow
for easy opening and closing. Color-coded indicators clearly
display the opened or closed status of the circuit breaker and
charged or discharged status of the stored energy mechanism.
Once the breaker is closed, the mechanism can be recharged. The breaker is now prepared for a rapid open-close
or open-close-open operation
Main stored energy springs located in the front compartment
Centralized controls and color-coded indicators
Description
Stationary and Moveable Drawout Elements
Simplified Minimum Depth Drawout Mechanism The two
elements of a drawout constructed SB Encased Systems
Breaker are referred to as the Stationary Drawout Element
and the Moveable Drawout Element. The stationary drawout
element mounts from the front or bottom into a standard
switchboard. Bottom mounting flanges are provided for
optional mounting arrangements. The moveable drawout
element mounts onto the stationary drawout elements two
extension rails. This allows the moveable drawout element to
be racked into and out of the stationary drawout element. For
inspection purposes, the moveable drawout element may be
rotated on the extension rails when the rails are fully extended. Detailed outline drawings of the stationary and
moveable drawout elements are in the Outline Dimensions
section.
There are four positions of the moveable drawout element: 1.)
connected, 2.) test, 3.) unlocked (only), and 4.) unlocked/
withdrawn. A racking mechanism with a low-force pump
handle is used to move the moveable drawout element
between the connected, test, and unlocked positions. Since
the pump handle is an integral part of the racking mechanism,
no auxiliary racking device or tool is required. In the unlocked
position the moveable drawout element is disengaged from

the racking mechanism. The moveable drawout element can
be easily pulled between the unlocked position and the
withdrawn position. A color coded indicator displays the
position of the moveable drawout element.
In addition to the integral pump handle, two levers are used
to control the movement of the moveable drawout element.
A single interlock lever automatically locks the moveable
drawout element when it reaches the test or the connected
position. The moveable drawout element is released to move
to the next position by simply pushing and releasing the
interlock lever. Pushing and releasing the interlock lever
with the SB breaker contacts closed will open the
breaker. It is not necessary to hold the interlock lever to rack
the moveable drawout element. A directional shift lever
determines the direction the moveable drawout element will
move when the pump handle is pulled or pushed.
Secondary disconnect sliding terminal blocks for terminating
internal accessories are mounted on the sides of the stationary and moveable drawout elements. The secondary disconnects are mated as the moveable drawout element is moved
from the withdrawn position to the unlocked position. The
terminal points of the secondary disconnects are identified in
the Accessories section.
Step by step instructions on operating the racking mechanism and rotating the moveable drawout element are contained in the Operating Instructions section.
Stationary Drawout Element
Moveable Drawout Element
Side View Shown
Description
Electronic Trip Units For Siemens SB Encased Systems Breakers
Information
The Electronic Trip Unit is a microprocessor controlled multifunction overcurrent protective device for application with
Siemens state-of-the-art family of SB Encased Systems
Breakers. The adjustment flexibility provided by the trip unit
allows the user to easily accommodate load changes and
other protective requirements while still assuring optimum
coordination. In addition to the adjustable protection functions, the trip unit is designed to use field interchangeable
rating plugs. These rating plugs allow the ampere rating of the
breaker to be changed to meet specific applications.
Additional optional features include:

Display Module for local current monitoring (field addable)
Zone Selective Interlocking
Communications for remote monitoring
For ease of installation and interchangeability in the field, the

trip unit has been designed as a plug-in unit to mount directly
into a SB breaker frame.
Current sensors within the SB breakers provide signal currents and operating power for the trip unit. Therefore, when
the breaker is closed, the trip unit requires no external
connections or control power to perform its protection
functions.

Trip units are available in six basic overcurrent protection
configurations to meet specific protection requirements. All
trip units have Adjustable Continuous Current and Long Time
Delay. Optional protection configurations are:
Protection Configuration
Long Time/Short Time
Long Time/Instantaneous
Long Time/Short Time/Instantaneous
Long Time/Short Time/Ground Fault
Long Time/Instantaneous/Ground Fault
Long Time/Short Time/Instantaneous/
Ground Fault
Identifier
(LS)
(LI)
(LSI)
(LSG)
(LIG)
(LSIG)
As standard features, the trip unit has two built-in-test

functions and a fault identification function. System Check is
a built-in-test function that continuously checks the status of
the microprocessor and protective algorithms. A green LED
on the front panel blinks approximately every 3 seconds
when the microprocessor is properly cycling through its
protection routines. Integral Test is a built-in-test that allows
the user to exercise the trip unit electronics. LED indicators
display the testing status. Trip Status is a fault identification
function that stores information when a fault current causes
the trip unit to trip the circuit breaker. By pressing the Query
button the user can display the cause of the breaker trip by
illuminating one of four LEDs: OL (overload), ST (short time),
SC (short circuit), or GF (ground fault).
Electronic Trip Unit Adjustment Panel (2000A illustrated)

Stationary Drawout Element
General Instructions
Installation instructions for systems breakers, trip units, and
rating plugs are presented in this section. Installation instructions for accessories that may be installed in the field are
presented in the Accessories section.
Installing Drawout Constructed SB Breakers

Drawout constructed SB breakers are designed to be installed from the front into a switchboard with a minimum
width opening of 19 inches. The stationary drawout element
may be secured in the switchboard at the front and rear to
vertical supports, or at the top and bottom to horizontal
supports.
Installing the Stationary Drawout Element

Prepare the switchboard for installation of the stationary
drawout element in accordance with the outline drawings
located in the Outline Dimension Drawings section, pages
82-93. The outline dimension drawing of the stationary
drawout element for the 800A and 1200A frame is located on
pages 82-83; for the 2000A, pages 86-87. The locations of
the mounting holes and the recommended screws are
depicted on the drawings. If the stationary drawout element
is secured to vertical supports, a minimum of eight screws
and bolts should be used, four at the front and four at the rear.
Carefully uncrate the stationary drawout element. Remove all
packing material with the exception of the tie wraps holding
the extension rails in place. Depending upon the installation
scheme, it may be necessary to remove the tie wraps on the
extension rails just prior to securing the stationary drawout
element in the switchboard. If the stationary drawout element
is secured to a pallet, remove the securing device.
If the preferred rear mounting surface is to be used (see
Outline Dimension Drawings section), remove the eight (8) 3/
a-16 bus support bolts. Do not loosen or remove 1/4"-20
bus support screws. Use the 3/8"-16 bolts to secure the
rear of the stationary drawout element when it is installed .
Torque 3/3"-16 bolts to 18-22 ft. Ibs.
Attach lifting device to identified lifting points only.

The stationary drawout element can be manually lifted and
held in position as it is being installed. However, if preferred,
the two holes identified as lifting points on the outline drawing
may be used to attach a lifting device. (NOTE: The two (2) rear
holes are located such that the stationary drawout element
can be easily balanced as it is being lifted by a crane or hoist.
Do not lift stationary drawout element by only the two (2) top
front holes. If preferred, device can be lifted by utilizing all four
(4) top holes.) Lifting devices should not be attached to any
other points. The stationary drawout element should not be
lifted by the primary stabs.
Lift the stationary drawout element into position and secure
it in place. Remove the lifting device.
Remove the tie wraps securing the extension rails. Check to
ensure that no packing or other foreign material impedes rail
movement.

Moveable Drawout Element
Installing the Moveable Drawout Element
The outline drawing of the moveable drawout element for the
800A and 1200A frame is located on pages 84-85. The
outline drawing of the moveable drawout element for the
2000A frame envelope is located on pages 88-89.
Carefully uncrate the moveable drawout element and remove all packing material with the exception of the colored
tape holding the racking pump handle in place. Items such as
a label for a dead front shield and keys for the SB breaker with
a key interlock accessory will be taped to the top of the
moveable drawout element. If the moveable drawout element is secured to a pallet, remove the securing device.
Lift by using rear guide post.

Lift the moveable drawout element over the extension rails.
Align the moveable drawout element such that the support
brackets straddle the inside guide rails. Carefully lower the
moveable drawout element onto the rail guides. Remove the
lifting device. Remove the tape holding the racking pump
handle.
Preferred Lifting Arrangement

Attach the lifting device accessory as illustrated. If lifting
straps are used instead of the lifting device accessory, the
lifting straps should go between the primary contacts. In
either of these arrangements, the moveable drawout element
may be balanced as it is being lifted by a crane or hoist. The
moveable drawout element should not be lifted by the
primary contacts.
Pull out the extension rails on the stationary drawout element
fully to the withdrawn position.
Support Bracket and Guide Rail
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Moveable Drawout Element and Fixed-Mounted SB Breakers
To properly engage the moveable drawout element with the
racking mechanism, the crank pins on the sides of the
moveable drawout element must be in the unlocked
position as illustrated and the interlock lever is in the up
position. During shipping and handling the crank pins may
have rotated out of position. If so, rotate them to the proper
position. The moveable drawout element may now be moved/
racked into the stationary drawout element. Racking instructions are located in the Operating Instructions section.
Interlock Lever mechanism
Installing Fixed-Mounted SB Breakers

Prepare the switchboard for installation of the SB breaker in
accordance with the outline drawings at the end of this
section. The outline drawing for the 800A and 1200A frame
is located on pages 90-91. The outline drawing for the 2000A
frame is located on pages 92-93. The locations of the
mounting holes and the recommended screws are depicted
on the drawing . All four mounting screws will be used to
secure the breaker to the switchboard.
Carefully uncrate the breaker and remove all packing material. The keys for a breaker with a key interlock accessory will
be taped to the top of the breaker. If the breaker is secured
to a pallet, remove the securing device.
Lifting straps should go between the stabs.

Attach the lifting straps as illustrated. The breaker should not
be lifted by the primary stabs; the lifting straps should go
between the stabs. In this arrangement the breaker may be
easily balanced while it is being lifted by a crane or hoist.
Lift the breaker into position and secure it with all four
mounting screws torqued to 15 ft. lbs. max. Remove the
lifting straps.
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Installation Instructions
NOTE: For more complete information on other standard and optional features of the Electronic Trip Unit,
see Siemens Electronic Trip Unit for Type SB Circuit
Breakers Information and Instruction Guide, Bulletin
2.20-3A.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to install a trip unit with the

breaker Closed or Charged. Make certain breaker
is Open and Discharged as shown above. Personal
injury or mechanical damage may occur.
Installation of Electronic Trip Unit
2.) Lift off front cover.
The SB Breaker has a built-in interlock device that prevents

the breaker from being closed when there is not an installed
trip unit. This same interlock device will trip the breaker when
the trio unit is removed.
On trip units with ground fault protection, the ground fault

selection switch on the side of the trip unit must be set to the
appropriate sensing schemeResidual or Source Ground/
Zero Sequenceprior to installing the trip unit. The trip unit
is pre-set at the factory to a residual sensing
1.) Remove the 8 screws from breaker front cover.
3.) Set Ground Fault Selection Switch
To install the trip unit, the front cover of the breaker must first
be removed. This is done by removing the four (4) recessed
Phillips head screws in positions 2, 3, 6, and 7 and the four
(4) Phillips head screws in positions 1 ,4, 5 and 8 that hold the
front cover in place.
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scheme .
Before attempting to install the trip unit, check the label on the
side of the unit to make sure that it is the proper unit for the
SB breaker. A built-in rejection scheme will prevent the
installation of a trip unit into a breaker for which it is not
intended.
4.) Check label on side of trip unit

This scheme consists of two pins on the support plate on
which the trip unit will set into two matching holes in the
bottom of the trip unit. If the holes in the bottom of the trip unit
cannot be aligned with the pins, the trip unit cannot be
installed in the SB breaker. If there is any doubt about a trip
unit being the proper trip unit for a breaker, hold the trip unit
upside down and check the alignment of the pins and holes
5.) Check for proper pin alignment
6.) Lower trip unit onto support plate

After the connector has been mated, lower (push) the trip unit
onto the support plate. The pins on the support plate will fit
into the holes in the bottom of the trip unit.
7.) Secure trip unit.

Secure the trip unit in place with the retaining screw located
at the top of the trip unit. Torque to 6-8 in. Ibs. If trip unit top
is not secured properly, the interlock will prohibit closing of
the breaker.
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Electronic Trip Unit and Rating Plug
CAUTION: Do not attempt to install a rating plug with

the breaker Closed or Charged. Make certain
breaker is Open and Discharged as shown above.
Personal injury or mechanical damage may occur.
8.) Replace circuit breaker front cover
Replace the front cover. Then, replace the eight (8) front
cover screws.
Check to see that the breaker is open before inserting or

removing a rating plug. The breaker should always be in the
open position when there is not a rating plug in the trip unit.
1.) Remove the trip unit screws that hold the transparent
cover.
The rating plug and adjustments on the front panel of the trip
unit are protected by a transparent cover. Prior to installing
a rating plug or setting the adjustments on the trip unit, this
cover must be removed. Unscrew the two screws that hold
it in place.
9.) Re-install the eight screws that hold the front cover in
place.
2.) With a small screwdriver, gently pry the cover loose at

one end and remove it carefully.
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Rating Plug
CAUTION: Do not attempt to force an improper rating
plug into a trip unit, mechanical damage may occur.
To prevent the insertion of a rating plug into a trip unit for
which it is not intended, the receptacle in the trip unit has been
keyed to reject improper rating plugs.
3.) Check label on the rating plug.

Check the rating plug label to verify that it is the proper plug
for the trip unit. If it is not a proper plug, the pins will not mate
with the plug receptacle.
5.) To replace the cover, bow slightly in the middle, and

snap into place.
After the rating plug has been inserted and the necessary
setting adjustments have been made (see Fault Protection
Adjustments, pages 29-33), replace the cover by sliding the
protective shield into the top lip of the trip unit, bow slightly in
middle, and press down with thumb on bottom to snap shield
into place. Replace the two (2) special retaining screws.
4.) To insert rating plug, align plug with plug receptacle and
press into place.
To insert a rating plug in the trip unit, align the plug with the
plug receptacle and press the plug into place. The clips on the
plug and the compression fit hold the plug in place, eliminating the need for screws or latches.
To remove a rating plug, squeeze the clips and pull the plug
from the plug receptacle. Since the plug is held in place by
compression, some force will be required to remove the plug.
Do not close the breaker with the rating plug removed from
the trip unit.
6.) The cover may be sealed with a lead seal for tamper
evident protection .
After the cover has been replaced, a wire may be inserted
through the holes in the screws and secured with a meter
seal. This will help prevent tampering.
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Part One - Operating the SB Encased Systems Breaker
Operating the SB Breaker
The instructions for charging the stored energy mechanism,

closing and opening the breaker, and positioning and rotating
the moveable drawout elements of the drawout-constructed
SB breakers are presented in this section. The trip units
standard test and monitoring functions are also presented.
These instructions are grouped into three parts: Part One Operating the SB Breaker, Part Two - Manipulating the
Moveable Drawout Element, and Part Three - Monitoring the
Electronic Trip Unit. Before bringing the SB breaker on-line,
the user should be familiar with the test and monitoring
functions presented in Part Three. Operating instructions for
the accessories are presented in the Accessories Section.
The SB breaker controls and charging handle for the stored

energy mechanism are located in the central escutcheon of
the front panel. Standard controls are Push To Close and
Push To Open push button switches . Color-coded indicators
display the charged/discharged status of the stored energy
mechanism and the closed/open status of the breaker.
Positions are available in the central escutcheon for a key
interlock and an Electric Close pushbutton.
SB Encased Systems Breaker controls and indicators
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To manually charge the stored energy mechanism, pull the
charging handle. Four or five full strokes, or several partial
strokes are required to fully charge the stored energy mechanism. When the stored energy mechanism is fully charged,
the charging handle will be restrained by an internal stop, and
the Spring Charged/ Spring Discharged indicator will
point to Spring Charged. The charging handle will return to
the stowed position when released .
Manually Charging the Stored Energy Mechanism

The stored energy mechanism may be charged with the SB
breaker open or closed . If the stored energy mechanism is
charged with the breaker open, sufficient energy is stored to
close and then open the breaker without recharging. If the
stored energy mechanism is charged with the breaker closed.
the operating sequence of open-close-open may be executed without recharging.
If an optional electric motor operator is employed the electric

operator will automatically recharge the stored energy mechanism when the breaker is closed. If the electric operator is
disabled, the stored energy mechanism may be charged
manually.
CAUTION: When handle is against bottom stop as
illustrated, do not exert further downward pressure potential damage to housing or handle may occur.
To manually charge the stored energy mechanism, pull the charging handle downward four or five strokes.
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Discharging the Stored Energy Mechanism
Without Closing the SB Breaker
Discharging the energy in the stored energy mechanism
without closing the SB breaker creates an abnormally high
shock condition on the breaker. The procedure should be
avoided except for safety and/or emergency reasons. To
discharge the energy, push and hold the Open pushbutton
then push the Close pushbutton.
On electrically-operated SB breakers, the electric operator
should be disabled (one way is to remove the fuse) prior to
discharging the stored energy. Otherwise, the electric operator will automatically recharge the springs.
Closing the SB Breaker Locally

Before the breaker can be closed, the stored energy mechanism must be fully charged and all of the closing-prevention
devices (and accessories) must be in the non-inhibiting state
or position. In this condition, all that is required to close the
breaker is to push the Close pushbutton. When the breaker
is closed the Contact Closed/Contact Open indicator will
point to Contact Closed.
WARNING - If the Close pushbutton is depressed when the
breaker is closed and the stored energy mechanism charged,
the stored energy will be discharged. This will create an
abnormally high shock condition which may result in a
nuisance opening of the breaker.
Standard closing-prevention devices require that to close the

breaker there be a trip unit in the SB breaker, the stored
energy mechanism be fully charged and the charging handle
be in the stowed position. On drawout constructions, the
interlock lever must be in the interlock engaged position.
Accessories that inhibit the breaker from being locally closed
are presented in the Accessories section. Included are a
closing-blocking device for use with remotely-operated circuit breakers, key interlocks, and other locking devices.
Indicates that the circuit breaker is closed with the springs
in the charged position.
Indicates that the circuit breaker is open with the springs in

the discharged position.
Opening the SB Breaker Locally

To locally open the breaker, push the Open pushbutton
When the breaker is open, the Contact Closed /Contact
Open indicator will point to Contact Open.
Built-in safety devices will trip the SB breaker when the trip
unit is removed, or if the interlock lever on the drawout
mechanism is depressed. Performing the trip unit integral test
in the trip mode will also trip the breaker.
Discharging energy in the stored energy mechanism
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Part Two - Manipulating the Moveable Drawout Element
Manipulating the Moveable Drawout Element
There are four positions of the moveable drawout element.
These four positions are defined as Connected, Test, Unlocked, and Withdrawn. The connected position is the
normal operating position of the breaker. In this position the
primary stabs and secondary contacts are connected and
the moveable drawout element is locked into position. In the
test position, the primary stabs are disconnected, the secondary contacts are connected, and the moveable drawout
element is locked into position. The unlocked position is a
transition position between the test
position and the withdrawn position. Physically, the unlocked

position and test position are the same. However, in the
unlocked position, the moveable drawout element is disengaged from the interlock mechanism. The breaker should not
be tested when the moveable drawout element is in the
unlocked position. In the withdrawn position, the secondary
contacts are disconnected and the moveable drawout element is disengaged from the interlock mechanism. The
moveable drawout element can be pulled to the fully withdrawn position where it can be inspected or removed from
the stationary drawout element.
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Part Two- Manipulating the Moveable Drawout Element
Directional Shift Lever
Racking Controls
A built-in, low-force pump handle and two control levers are
used to rack the moveable drawout element between the
connected, test, and withdrawn positions.
Racking Controls Locations
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The directional shift lever determines the direction the movable drawout element will move when it is racked. The lever
has three positions: racking-out, neutral, and racking-in.
When the lever is in the racking-out position (pulled all the
way out), the moveable drawout element may be racked
from the connected position to the test position, and from the
test position to the unlocked position. When the lever is set
in the neutral position (located midway between the rackingin and racking-out positions), the racking pump handle is
disengaged from the racking mechanism. In the racking-in
position (pushed all the way forward), the moveable drawout
element may be racked from the unlocked position to the test
position, and from the test position to the connected position.
Racking Pump Handle
A low-force pump handle is used to rack the moveable

drawout element. The pump handle is an integral part of the
racking mechanism, eliminating the need for an auxiliary
racking device. If there is any resistance in returning the pump
handle to the stowed position. set the directional shift lever to
the neutral position. The racking pump handle can then be
returned to the stowed position.
A color-coded indicator displays the position of the moveable

drawout element: connected (red), test (yellow), and unlocked (yellow). When the moveable drawout element is
being racked from one position to another position, the
indicator will display the more critical position. The connected
position is defined to be more critical than the test position
and the test position to be more critical than the unlocked
position. This means that when racking the moveable drawout
element from the connected position to the test position, the
indicator will continue to display the connected position until
the moveable drawout element has been racked all the way
to the test position. Conversely. when racking from the test
to the connected position, the indicator will display the
connected position as soon as the SB breaker is moved
toward the connected position. The process is the same
when racking between the test and unlocked positions.
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Fully Withdrawn and Unlocked Positions To move the moveable drawout element from the fully withdrawn position to the
unlocked position, push toward the bus connections until the
moveable drawout element hits a solid stop. The secondary
disconnects on both sides of the moveable and stationary
drawout elements will mate as the moveable drawout element moves into the unlocked position. When the moveable
drawout element is in the unlocked position, the pointer on
the position indicator will point to the unlocked symbol. To
move the moveable drawout element from the unlocked
position to the fully withdrawn position, pull the moveable
drawout element outward until the extension rails are fully
extended .
Pushing and pulling the moveable drawout element between the withdrawn and unlocked positions
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Unlocked Position to Test Position
Racking the moveable drawout element from the unlocked
position to the test position engages the moveable drawout
element with the stationary drawout element. The physical
position of the moveable drawout element will be unchanged.
To rack the moveable drawout element from the unlocked
position to the test position:
3.) Pump the racking pump handle until the moveable

drawout element has reached the test position .
1.) Set the directional shift lever to the racking-in position;
4.) When the moveable drawout element reaches the test

position, the interlock lever will automatically return to
the interlock engaged position. the racking pump cannot
be pumped, and the position indicator will display that
the moveable drawout element is in the test position.
2.) Pull the interlock lever down to the interlock disengaged

position. (Illustrated beneath padlock device.) If the
breaker contacts are closed, pulling the interlock lever
down will trip the beaker.
Relative position of finger clusters to bus stabs.
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Test Position to Connected Position
To rack the moveable drawout element from the test position
to the connected position:

drawout element is in the connected position.
1.) Set the directional shift lever to the racking-in position.

down will trip the breaker
4.) As soon as the moveable drawout elements racked from

the test position. the position indicator will display that
the moveable drawout element is in the connected
position. However, the moveable drawout element will
not be completely in the connected position until the
interlock lever has automatically returned to the interlock
engaged position.
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Connected Position to Test Position

To rack the moveable drawout element from the connected
position to the test position:
Check to ensure that the SB breaker is open (if the breaker
is closed and the interlock lever is moved to the interlock
disengaged position, the breaker will trip).
drawout element is in the test position.
1.) Set the directional shift lever to the racking-out position.

down will trip the breaker.
4.) When the moveable drawout element reaches the test

position, the interlock lever will automatically return to
the interlock engaged position; the racking pump handle
cannot be pumped; and the position indicator will
display that the moveable drawout element is in the test
position.
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Test Position to Unlocked Position
Racking the moveable drawout element from the test position to the unlocked position disengages the moveable
drawout element from the stationary drawout element. The
physical position of the moveable drawout element will be
unchanged.
To rack the moveable drawout element from the test position
to unlocked position:

drawout element is in the unlocked position.
1.) Set the directional shift lever to the racking-out position
4.) When the moveable drawout element reaches the unlocked position, the interlock lever will automatically
return to the interlock engaged position. and the position
indicator will display the unlocked position .

down will trip the breaker.
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Rotating the Moveable Drawout Element
For inspection purposes, the moveable drawout element can
be rotated on the extension rails. Clearances required to
rotate the moveable drawout element are on drawings
located in the Outline Dimension Drawing section. Note that
the moveable drawout element is designed to be rotated only
in the illustrated direction. Do not attempt to rotate the
moveable drawout element in the opposite direction.
3.) Rotate the moveable drawout element forward to the

de-sired position for inspection
1.) Pull the moveable drawout element to the fully withdrawn position, holding the moveable drawout element
as depicted above.
2.) Note the depressions at the end of the extension rails. As

the moveable drawout element is rotated, the ends of
the support brackets will rest in these depressions,
preventing the moveable drawout element from sliding
on the extension rails
4.) When the inspection is complete, carefully lower the

moveable drawout element to its normal position on the
extension rails. (Above photo depicts maximum rotation.)
CAUTION: Use extreme care when rotating circuit
breaker assembly, unit may dislodge- personal injury
or equipment damage may result.
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Operations- Functions and Adjustments

The trip unit executes its overcurrent protection functions
based on the rating plug value and the settings of the current
adjustments. Therefore, care should be taken by the user to
make proper selections and settings.
An adjustment will automatically revert to its minimum possible setting whenever a change to the adjustment is being
made. This may cause inadvertent tripping of the breaker if
the adjustment is made with the breaker in the closed
position. Therefore, Siemens recommends that all adjustment changes be made with the breaker open.
To set an adjustment, place a slotted screwdriver onto the
point-to-point adjustment switch and rotate the switch to the
desired setting.
The figure on the following page describes the region of the
time current curve that is being effected by each adjustment.
For complete information on setting the individual adjustments see the Information and Instruction Guide for the
Electronic Trip Unit, Bulletin 2.20-3A. For time current trip
curves contact your local Siemens sales office.
2000A Electronic Trip Unit (Photo for illustrative purposes)
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Operations- Fault Protection Adjustments

Trip Unit Current Shaping Adjustments
(This curve is for illustration purposes only)
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Operations- Long Time Fault Protection

Adjustable Continuous Amps and Adjustable Long Time Delay
Adjustable Long Time Delay
The Long Time Pickup is nominally set at 115 percent of the
continuous amps setting. The Long Time Delay adjustment is
used to set the tripping delay of the SB breaker based on the
magnitude of the overcurrent condition. On Siemens Electronic Trip Units, the long time delay, which is an inverse 12t
ramp function, may be set to a calibrated value of 2.5, 4, 5.5,
8, 10, 14, 17, 21, 25, or 30 seconds at a current equal to 6
times Ir.
Adjustable Continuous Amps

The Continuous ampere adjustment sets the current level at
which the breaker will continuously operate without initiating
a tripping sequence. On Siemens Electronic Trip Units, the
continuous operating current may be set to 50, 60, 65, 70,
75, 80, 85, 90, 95, and 100% of the rating plug value Ir .
Long Time Delay
Continuous Operating Current
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Operations - Short Time Fault Protection

Adjustable Short Time Pickup and Adjustable Short Time Delay
Adjustable Short Time Pickup
Adjustable Short Time Delay The Short Time Delay adjustment is used to set the time interval the breaker will wait
before responding to the current value selected on the Short
Time Pickup adjustment. There are two modes of operation
of this adjustment on all Siemens Electronic Trip Units; one is
a fixed delay, the other is an inverse 12t ramp delay. The 12t
Delay has the characteristic of being inversely proportional to
the square of the magnitude of the overcurrent condition. This
means that higher overcurrent conditions have shorter delays
and conversely lower overcurrent conditions have longer
delays. This characteristic allows for better coordination with
downstream circuit breakers and fuses. In the fixed delay
mode, the Short Time Delay may be set to .07, .1, .15, .2, or
.3 seconds. In the inverse 12t ramp Short Time Delay mode,
the delay may be set to a calibrated value of .07, .1, .15, .2,
or .3 seconds at a current equal to 8 times Ir.
The Short Time Pickup adjustment is used to set the level of

high current the breaker will carry for a short period of time
without tripping. This adjustment, together with the Short
Time Delay, allows downstream breakers time to clear short
circuit faults without tripping the upstream breakers. On
Siemens Electronic Trip Units, the Short Time Pickup may be
set to 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, or 9 times Ir.
Short Time Pickup

Short Time Delay
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Operations - Instantaneous Fault Protection

Adjustable Instantaneous Pickup
Instantaneous Override
On all trip units, an instantaneous override function has been
provided . It is set nominally at the short time rating of the
respective breaker frame size. This allows the breaker to ride
through high faults up to its short time capability; however, it
is self-protecting above these values.
Adjustable Instantaneous Pickup

The Instantaneous Pickup adjustment is used to set the
current level at which the breaker will trip without an intentional time delay. Non-delayed tripping, as a result of a severe
overcurrent condition, minimizes potential damage to electrical systems and equipment. On Siemens Electronic Trip
Units, the Instantaneous Pickup adjustment may be set to
1.5, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, or 12 times Ir .
Instantaneous Pickup
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Breaker
Frame Size
Short Time kA Rating

(.500 seconds max.)
800A
1200A
2000A
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Discriminator Circuit (Making Current Release)

This circuit overrides the short time delay function should the
breaker attempt to close into a faulted system, tripping the
breaker instantaneously. The discriminator function is enabled for the first 6 cycles of current flow, after which normal
short time characteristics operate.
Instantaneous Override (Illustrated with Short Time Fixed

Delay)
Operations - Ground Fault Protection

Adjustable Ground Fault Pickup and Adjustable Ground Fault Delay
Ground Fault Sensing Schemes
The trip unit can be configured to accommodate the
following ground fault sensing schemes.
3-Phase, 3-Wire Residual
3-Phase, 4-Wire Residual
Source Ground
Zero Sequence
All that is required by the user to configure the trip unit to
support these protection schemes is to set the ground fault
selection switch to the desired configuration. The selection
switch is on the left side of the trip unit and must be set prior
to the trip unit being installed in the SB breaker.
Adjustable Ground Fault Pickup

The Ground Fault Pickup adjustment is used to set the level
of ground current at which circuit interruption will be initiated.
Together with the Ground Fault Delay, this adjustment allows
selective tripping between main and feeder or other downstream breakers. The available ground fault pickup settings,
as a percent of the SB breaker frame ampere rating In are
given in the table below. In compliance with the National
Electric Code (NEC230-95), no trip point setting exceeds
1200 amperes.
Frame Ampere
Rating In
Available Setting % In
400A
800A
20 25 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 l00
20 25 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 l00
1200A
1600A
20 25 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
20 26 32 38 44 50 56 62 68 75
2000A
20 23 27 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
Adjustable Ground Fault Delay

The Ground Fault Delay adjustment is used to set the time
interval the breaker will wait before responding once the
ground fault pickup level has been reached . There are two
modes of operation of this adjustment for Siemens Electronic
Trip Units; one is a fixed delay and the other is an inverse I2t
ramp delay. In the fixed delay mode, the Ground Fault Delay
may be set to .1, . 2, .3, .4, or .5 seconds. In the inverse I2t
ramp delay mode, the delay may be set to a calibrated value
of .1 .2, .3, .4, or .5 seconds at a current equal to 0.5 times
the frame ampere rating In. The inverse I2t ramp delay reverts
to a fixed delay of the same value when the ground current
(Ig) exceeds 50 percent of the frame rating (In)
Ground Fault Memory Circuit

All Siemens Electronic Trip Units with ground fault protection
come equipped with a ground fault memory circuit. This
circuit effectively integrates ground fault currents with time.
This provides an added protection by preventing the ground
fault delay circuits from being reset to zero when the ground
fault currents are intermittent and erratic. The time constants
for the current integration are preset within the trip unit as a
function of the Ground Fault Delay.
Ground Fault Delay
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Operations-Ground Fault Sensing Schemes

Ground Fault Sensing Scheme
The following are brief descriptions of the ground fault
sensing schemes as they relate to the Siemens Electronic
Trip Unit. Detailed technical and application information of the
ground fault sensing schemes is contained in NEMA Standard No. PB 2.2 Application Guide for Ground Fault Protective Devices for Equipment.
Residual (3-Phase, 3-Wire). Under normal system conditions
(without ground fault), the vector sum of the phase currents
being monitored by the trip unit is zero. This is also true under
the condition of an overcurrent phase-to-phase fault and
phase-unbalance condition. When a phase-to-ground fault
occurs, the vector sum of the phase currents is directly
proportional to the magnitude of the fault. The trip units
microprocessor uses this vector sum data in the execution of
the ground fault protection function. The trip unit utilizes the
internal breaker current transformers. No external current
transformers are required.
Residual (3-Phase, 4-Wire). In the 3-Phase, 4-Wire Residual
scheme a fourth current transformer is connected in the
neutral conductor to Sense normal neutral currents. Under
normal system conditions the vector sum of the currents in all
phases equals the neutral current. This is also true under the
condition of an overcurrent phase-to-phase fault and phaseunbalance condition. When a phase-to-ground fault occurs,
the fault current returns viaa path other than the neutral.
Therefore, the vector sum of the phase currents no longer

equals the neutral current. This current differential is detected
by the trip unit and used in the execution of the ground fault
protection function.
Source Ground. In this scheme, the phase currents are not
used in detecting and processing ground faults. The trip unit
executes the ground fault protection function based on data
from a ground current sensor. This sensor is located on the
neutral connection to ground at the service entrance, and is
connected to the neutral transformer input terminals on the
trip unit.
Zero Sequence. This scheme is very similar to the Residual
Schemes. A core balance type current sensor encircles all
phase conductors and neutral on a 4-wire system. Under
normal system conditions or a phase-to-phase fault condition, there is no output from the sensor to the trip unit because
the vector sum of the currents through the sensor window is
zero. If a ground fault occurs, the ground current is not seen
by the sensor, which returns to the source by a path other
than through the sensor window. The sensor detects this
current unbalance and provides the data required by the trip
unit to execute the ground fault protection function. The zero
sequence sensor is connected to the neutral transformer
input on the trip unit.
NOTE: For Neutral Sensor installation, see pages 6465. Source Ground Current.
Source Ground Current.
Residual Sensing, Circuit Breaker Wiring for Ground Protection (3-Phase, 4-Wire System Shown).
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Zero Sequence Ground Fault Protection.
Trip Unit Test and Monitoring Functions
Integral Test Modes
Siemens Electronic Trip Unit is equipped with three standard

test and monitoring functions to aid the user in the installation
and operation of the SB breaker.
System Check Indicator
The System Check Indicator is a green LED that blinks

approximately once every 3 seconds when the microprocessor is properly cycling through its protection routines.
The trip unit derives its operating power from the phase
currents in the SB breaker. The phase current required to
operate the trip unit is approximately 20 percent of the frame
rating (Ir). If the microprocessor is not properly cycling through
its protection routines, the phase current is below 20% In, the
LED will not light.
The integral test function enables the user to exercise the trip
unit electronics, the magnetic latch, and the breaker mechanism. The purpose of the integral test function is to provide
the user an easy means to conduct a go/no go type test
before bringing the breaker on-line. After the breaker has
been brought on-line, it may be used during routine inspection and maintenance.
Both phase fault current protection and ground fault current
protection may be tested . The integral ground fault test
function tests the circuit breakers ground fault protection
system in accordance with NEC Article 230-95(c).
Electrical power to operate the integral test function is
provided internally, if the breaker is closed and the phase
currents are greater than 20% of the frame ampere rating In,
or by a plug-in power source (see Accessories section).
Trip Status
The trip Query button and Trip Status indicator lights provide
the user the means for determining what type of fault caused
the trip unit to trip the breaker. Fault indicators are provided
for:
O.L. - Overload or Long Time Fault
S.T. - Short Time Fault
S.C. - Short Circuit or Instantaneous Fault
G.F. - Ground Fault
When a fault occurs, the fault information is stored in the trip
unit by latching the appropriate red LED fault indicator to the
On position. When the Query button is depressed, the
latched fault indicator will light. The electrical power to the
indicators is automatically stored in the trip unit, eliminating
the need for a battery pack. A hole is provided in the
transparent cover to allow the user access to the Query
button.
The user may execute the test function in either a no trip

mode, which will test only the trip unit electronics, or a trip
mode, which will also test the magnetic latch and breaker
mechanism. The execution of the integral test function in both
the no trip and trip modes is based on the settings of the
long time delay and ground fault delay adjustments. Therefore, the Phase Test will take several seconds to execute and
the Ground Fault Test will appear to be nearly instantaneous.
To execute a test function in the no trip mode, depress the
appropriate pushbutton test switch, Phase or GF. As the trip
unit is performing the test, the Testing Indicator will light. If
the trip unit successfully passes the test, the Pass Indicator
will light. If the Pass Indicator does not light after the Testing
Indicator indicates that the test is complete, a more extensive
test should be run with Siemens TS-31 Universal Test Kit (see
Accessories).
CAUTION: Before conducting a Trip test on a SB
breaker which is Closed and in service, caution
should be taken to evaluate effects on downstream
loads. The breaker will open during testing, resulting in
a disruption of service.
NOTE: During trip unit power up, a fault indicator LED

will latch, providing a means to check that the circuitry
is properly operating. In the case of a fault, the proper
indicator will be latched to the fault position. The
indicator circuitry always latches the most recent
event.
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1.) Prior to cover removal check to be sure the circuit

breaker main contacts are open and the closing springs
are discharged by first pushing the open button.
CAUTION: All internal accessories should be installed

with the circuit breaker removed from service. If accessories are to be installed while circuit breaker is in
service, turn off and lockout power supplying the
circuit breaker prior to cover removal and accessory
installation.
NOTE: The accessory installation procedures outlined
in this booklet are general by nature and may not
contain the latest up to date information for complete
installation. Therefore it is Siemens recommendation
that all accessories be installed utilizing the instruction
information accompanying the accessory.
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2.) Push the close button and then repeat pushing of the
open button.
3.) Remove the breaker cover by first removing the (4) #10
Phillips head screws at the corners and the (4) head
screws in recesses in cover.
4.) Remove cover
5.) Remove the trip unit if installed. by removing trip unit

retaining screw.
6a.) Slide the trip unit up to clear the support bracket pins.
b.) Remove the trip unit by pulling the trip unit away from the
trip unit plug.
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Preparation For Installation of Electric Motor Operator
on the drawout elements, or at remote locations. When the
installation location is referred to as the right side or left
side, it is with reference to the users right or left side when
facing the front of the breaker.
Components required to access or activate an accessory
such as a switch or indicator at a remote location are
assumed to be user supplied unless otherwise stated.
Group One- Internal Accessories

CAUTION: Siemens advises that all internal accessories should be added with the breaker removed from
service and properly secured to a work surface. Do not
attempt to install accessories with the breaker in a
Closed or Charged position. Personal injury or
mechanical damage may occur.
Accessories
The full family of accessories available for Siemens SB
breakers are presented in this section. The accessories are
divided into two groups: accessories that are installed in the
front compartment of the circuit breaker (Internal Accessories) and accessories that are installed or used outside of the
front compartment (External Accessories). The External Accessories are installed on the exterior of the circuit breaker,
SB Encased Systems Breaker controls and indicators

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Secondary connections to remote locations are made to

secondary disconnects on drawout breakers and to control terminal blocks on fixed-mounted breakers. The terminal
points for all internal accessories are defined in the External
Accessories section, pages 72-73. Control power connections for accessories are made through terminal blocks
mounted on the sides of the breaker (see page 72). Drawout
constructed breaker control power connections are made
through secondary disconnects mounted on the stationary
and moving elements.
SB Drawout Breaker Preparation

Installation or removal of the electric motor operator requires
the removal of the left drawout mechanism assembly. Installation or removal of the undervoltage release solenoid or
shunt trip may require the removal of the right drawout
mechanism assembly. Following are instructions for the
removal and reinstallation of assemblies.
SB Breaker Cover Removal
(See page 37, steps 3 and 4)
NOTE: When placing the drawout removable element on a
workbench, ensure that the plug-in finger clusters are not
supporting the weight of the breaker.
Removal of Left and Right Drawout

Mechanism Assemblies
To remove the crankshaft:
5.) Remove the left and/or right mechanism assemblies as

required by removing two (2) 5/6" bolts and nuts on
each side.
Re-installation of Left and Right Drawout

Mechanism Assemblies
1.) Remove the E rings from the bar cap pin on each side.
1.) Attach the left and/or right mechanism assemblies to the

breaker using two 5/16' bolts and nuts on each side
Torque the bolts to 16-20 foot-pounds. (The left and
right mechanism assemblies can not be installed with
the front cover on the breaker.)
2.) Remove the bar cap pin from each side.
3.) Rotate the bar caps upward.
2.) Rotate the bar caps upwards

4.) Lift out the crankshaft assembly. (Rotating the crankshaft back and forth will make removal easier.)
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5.) Install the bar cap pins through the bar caps and left and
right mechanism assemblies with the head of the pins
toward the center of the breaker.
3.) Install the crankshaft assembly by positioning the crankpin anywhere between the unlocked and connected
positions as shown and lowering the crankshaft to the
bottom of the slot. During crankshaft assembly installation the lock bar must be held in the proper position. This
may be done by inserting a screwdriver into the doubled hole (if present) and pushing until a solid stop is felt If
the double-d hole is not present use the rectangular
cutout to gain access to the lockbar
4.) Rotate the bar caps downward
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6.) Install an E-ring on each bar cap pin.

7.) Complete steps 1 to 4 on pages 23-26 to verify the lock
bar is in the proper position . It should be necessary to
pull the interlock lever down before racking the drawout
and the lever should return to the engaged position when
the drawout reaches the unlocked test, or connected
position If the interlock lever does not operate in this
manner the lock bar is not in the proper position and step
3 above must be repeated. Failure to ensure proper
drawout operation may result in the drawout not locking
in the proper position with possible injury to personnel
and damage to equipment.
Electric Motor Operator Kit

An electric operator provides for electric charging of the
springs of the stored energy mechanism, remote closing,
spring charging status indication, latch checking, and antipump functions. The standard wiring scheme of the electric
operator is such that the springs are automatically recharged
after each closing operation. This can be modified by the
customer if desired
The electric operator is installed in the front compartment of
the SB breaker. The main contact status check switch is
installed on the right side, behind the trip unit and beneath the
reset plate. All other components of the electric operator are
installed on the left side. The motor fuse is accessible from the
front panel .
The principal components of the electric operator are a
charging motor, motor controller, gear box, cam mechanism, closing solenoid, motor fuse, and check switches to
monitor the positions of the mechanical components. The
charging motor, gear box, and cam mechanism are integrated into a single assembly at the factory. Electric operators may be selected to operate with a source power of 120V
ac or 24, 48, or 125V dc. The microprocessor based
controller provides voltage-independent charging time, charging status indication, and software-controlled closing logic for
the electric close function.
1.) Install the cam mechanism, gear box and motor assembly
2.) Align the keyway of the shaft with the keyway of the
charging arm.
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3.) Install the Motor Operator Assembly on the mechanism

plate with the three #10 x l/4' screws. Align the keyway
of the charging shaft with the keyway of the charge arm.
All mounting screws are Long-Lok self-locking screws.
(Torque screw to 25-32 in. Ibs.).
5.) Locate the Remote Close Solenoid. Remove the Handle

Check Switch from the Solenoid Bracket. Mount the
Remote Close Solenoid to the mechanism plate. Make
sure that the Solenoid Plunger is seated inside the
Solenoid. Secure the assembly with the #6-32 x l/4'
screw (torque to 9-10 in-lbs) and #10-32 x 3/8 screw
(torque to 25-32 in-lbs). Reattach the Handle Check
Switch to the Solenoid Bracket with the #4-40 x l/2
screws (torque to 4-6 in-lbs).
NOTE: If the handle check switch was removed from
the solenoid bracket. it should be re-installed at this
point.
4.) Locate and slide the Remote Close Lever on the Closing
D Shaft located on the Mechanism. Secure the Lever by
tightening the Set Screw to 6-8 in-lbs.
6.) Attach the Latch Check Switch on the mechanism plate

with the two #6-32 x 1/4" screws. Adjust the switch while
holding the Actuator against the switch body.
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7.) Adjust the switch while holding the Actuator against the
switch body. Adjust the switch so that there is .11-12
inch clearance between the switch Actuator and the
Latch Lever. Tighten screws to 9-11 in. Ibs. Check
adjustment after tightening screws and read just if
necessary.
9.) Install the Electric Motor Controller (ECMC Assembly) to

the Motor Operator Assembly with the four #6-32 x l/4"
screws and #6 lockwwashers. Torque screws to 9-11
in.-lbs.
8.) Plug J1-6 and J1-7 Connectors into the Connector Strip
until latch tabs snap into slots Gently pull wires to ensure
they are latched into the Connector Strip.
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Mounting of B Switch
10.) Connect the MTR-Connector and the Fuse Connector
to the Motor and Fuse Holder. Connect the RC+ Connector and RC- Connector to the Remote Close Solenoid.
11.) Install the B Switch assembly on the reset mechanism
assembly. Make sure to install the Insulator between the
Switch and metal bracket. Secure the assembly with the
two #4-40 x 1/2" screws. Torque screws to 4-6 in-lbs.
Check to be sure the Actuator fits into the slot in the push
link and does not bind
12.) Route the two wires attached to the B Switch from the
right side of the breaker to the left side of the breaker.
The wires need to be fed under the mechanism plates.
13.) Connect the J 1-8 Connector and the J 1-9 Connector.
B Switch Assembly
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14.) Re-install the side plate mechanism assemblies if they

had been removed.
18.) Before replacing the breaker cover remove the fuse hole
plug from the inside of the cover as illustrated above.
Also cut out the Fuse not installed area of the rating
label.
15.) Feed wires through wire opening in side panel as

illustrated above.
16.) Replace the trip unit by pushing it onto the plug. Slide the
trip unit over the bracket pins.
17.) Secure the unit by replacing the mounting screw Torque

screw to 6-8 in. lbs.
19.) Replace front cover being careful not to pinch the wires
that are routed to the secondary disconnects or terminal
block.
20.) Replace the (4) #10 Phillips head screws at the corners
and the (4)1/4" Phillips head screws in recesses in cover.
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Legend
1. Motor Operator Assembly
2. Remote Closing Solenoid Switch
3. Connector Strip
4. Motor Fuse Connector
5. UL Label
6. DC or AC ECMC Assembly
7. Electric Operator Label
8. B Switch Assembly (Motor Operator)
9. #10-32 UNC-2B x 1/4" PHMS
10. #10-32 UNC-2B x 3/8" PHMS
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11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
#6-32 UNC-2B x 1/4' PHMS

#4-40 UNC-2B x 1/2" PHMS
#6 Lockwasher
#6-32 UNC-2B x 1/4" PHMS
#6-32 UNC-2B x 1/4" Type F CPHS
Cable Tie
Local Close Switch Assembly
Wire Tie Adhesive Mounting Base
Electric Motor Operator and Local Electric Close
A charging status indication (contact accessible at terminal
point <LT4>) provides the capability to remotely monitor the
stored energy mechanism . The contact is on if the springs
are fully charged . The contact will be alternately on for 300
milliseconds and off for 300 milliseconds as the springs are
charging or until 20 seconds have elapsed, approximately
twice the time required to charge the springs. If the springs
are not charged after 20 seconds, the contact alternates
between 1 second on and 1 second off, indicating that
there is a problem. SB breakers with an electric operator may
be charged manually if the electric operator is disabled for
any reason.
Local Electric Close

The local electric close allows the user to electrically interlock
a local closing operation. It is available for breakers with either
the electric operator or remote closing solenoid. The local
electric close is commonly used in conjunction with a manual
close-blocking device (see Closing Blocking Device, page
68).
The electric close pushbutton switch is installed in the center
escutcheon of the front panel, directly below the push-toclose button switch.
The Local Electric Close accessory is not field installable.
Electric Motor Operator Schematic Diagram
Electrical Test Information

1.) Attach test circuit to accessory leads. Apply rated
voltage to the LT1 and LT5 connections. The Electric
Operator should charge the breaker. During charging
the lamp connected to LT4 should flash . After charging
is complete the lamp connected to LT4 should remain
lighted.
2.) With voltage applied to LT1 and LT5, apply voltage to

LT2. The breaker should close and the Electric Operator
should recharge the breaker spring.
3.) If the Electric Operator does not function properly during
check procedure check for incorrect installation or
wiring.
NOTE: For Trouble Shooting Guide see page 97.
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For preliminary installation procedures review procedures
outlined on pages 36 and 37.
1.) Remove the rubber band from the solenoid plunger.
Slide the remote close lever on the closing D-shaft but
do not tighten the set screw at this time (Figure 1 )
2.) Place the return spring over the solenoid plunger and
slide the solenoid over the solenoid plunger (Figure 1).
Figure 1. Remote Close Accessory and Bracket Mounting
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3.) Attach the remote close assembly to the mechanism

plate using the (2) # 10 screws provided. The assembly
is aligned by a set-out in the mechanism plate that fits in
a hole in the remote close bracket. Note: Torque screws
to 24-32 in. Ibs.
4.) Align remote close link with solenoid and tighten set
screw (see TOP VIEW Detail in Figure 1). Note: Torque
set screw to 6-8 in. lbs.
5.) Install the latch check switch assembly (see Figure 2).
Secure the latch check switch assembly to the mechanism plate using (2) #6 screws provided. Do not tighten
screws until the latch check switch assembly is properly
adjusted.
6.) Adjust switch (see Figure 3). When switch is properly
adjusted tighten screws. Note: Torque screws to 8-11
in. Ibs.
7.) After tightening screws check to ensure that tightening
of screws did not affect switch adjustment.
8.) Locate the reset mechanism (See Figure 5).
9.) To mount the B switch, first make sure that the switch
lever is inside the top cavity of the pusher link (See Figure
4).
10.) Make sure that the switch lever rests on the pusher link
when the breaker main contacts are open (See Figure 4).
Place insulator between B switch and bracket. Secure
that B Switch with the (2) #4 screws provided. Note:
Torque screws to 5-6 in. Ibs.
Figure 3. Latch Check Switch Assembly
11.) Route wires from B switch (See Figure 5). Route wires
beneath mechanism plates as shown. Install cable tie
mounts and cable ties (See Figure 5).
12.) Connect wire marked RC from B switch to solenoid
connector. (See Figures 4 and 5). Connect wires marked
LC-B together.
Figure 4. B Switch Mounting
Figure 2. Latch Check Switch Adjustment
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Figure 5. Mounting Of Remote Close Accessory and Wire Routing

13. Route and tie wires as shown in Figure 6.
14. Replace the trip unit by pushing it onto the plug. Slide the
trip unit over the bracket pins. Secure the trip unit by
replacing the mounting screws. Torque screw to 6-8 in.
Ibs.
Figure 6. Wire Routing Assembly-Left Side

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15. Apply remote close accessory label to side of the

breaker cover. Mark label on the opposite side of the
cover to indicate that the remote close has been installed.
Remote Close Schematic

16. Replace the breaker cover. Check to ensure that wires
exit the breaker through the wire guide and are not
pinched by the breaker cover Torque #10 (corner) cover
screws to 28-32 in.-lbs. Torque 1/4' cover screws to 6875 in.-lbs.
17 For fixed mounted breakers connect the insulated terminals to the proper terminal block locations. For drawout
breakers follow steps 18 and 19
18. Route wires through the hole in the drawout movable
element. (Figures 7).
19. Connect the insulated terminals to the proper secondary
disconnect locations (See Figure 7).
Figure 7.
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Auxiliary Switches
The auxiliary switches are installed on the right side of the
front compartment, behind the trip unit and below the reset
plate.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to install an accessory with

the breaker Closed or Charged. Make certain
breaker is Open and Discharged as shown above.
Personal injury or mechanical damage may occur.
Preliminary installation procedures are outlined on
pages 36-37.
Auxiliary Switches are installed on the right side.
Follow these steps to install the auxiliary switches:
1.) Position the auxiliary switch assembly so that it is aligned
with the retaining slot.
2.) Tilt the auxiliary switch assembly forward and slip the
switch tab into the retaining slot
Auxiliary Switches Kit (6 switches shown)
Auxiliary Switches
Auxiliary switches are used as signal contacts to indicate the
open/closed status of the breakers main contacts. The
status of the main contacts is indicated by the open/closed
status of the auxiliary switches as follows:
A or NO Open when main contacts are open.
Contacts:
Closed when main contacts are closed.
3.) Secure the assembly in place.
B or NC Closed when main contacts are open.
Contacts:
Open when main contacts are closed.
A maximum of six A and B auxiliary switches can be
installed in the breaker. The switch contact ratings are:
Switch Contact Ratings

Supply Voltage
Ampere Rating
120V ac
240V ac
480V ac
24V dc
125V dc
10 Amps
10 Amps
6 Amps
3 Amps
0.5 Amps
If practical, the auxiliary switches should be installed prior to

the SB breaker being installed in the switchboard. Before
starting the installation, the breaker should be in the open
position and the stored energy mechanism should be discharged . A drawout constructed SB breaker, already installed in the switchboard, should be placed in the fully
withdrawn position to allow access to the secondary disconnects.
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4.) Run the auxiliary switch wires:

a ) Run the wires through the access hole to the secondary disconnects or terminal blocks on the right side
b.) Connect the wires to the designated terminal points.
c.) Secure the wires in place with wiring straps as required. Wires for auxiliary switch(s) exit from the
breaker right hand side-photo is for illustration purposes only.
Auxiliary Switches
5.) Secure the trip unit in place with the retaining screw
located at the top of the trip unit. Torque to 6-8 in. lbs. If
trip unit top is not secured properly, the interlock will
prohibit closing of the breaker.
Wiring Information
6.) Replace the front cover of the breaker, being careful not
to pinch wire leads routed to secondary disconnects or
terminal blocks. Secure with eight (8) Phillips head screws.
Installation of the auxiliary switch is complete.
Undervoltage Release (UVR) Solenoid
If practical, the UVR should be installed prior to the SB breaker
being installed in the switchboard. Before starting the installation, the breaker should be in the open position and the
stored energy mechanism should be discharged. A drawout
constructed breaker, already installed in the switchboard,
should be placed in the fully withdrawn position to allow
access to the secondary disconnects. If being installed in a
drawout breaker, use access-hole in right side mechanism
assembly.

the breaker Closed or Charged. Make certain breaker
injury or mechanical damage may occur. Preliminary
installation procedures are outlined on pages 36-37.
To install the undervoltage release, first remove the SB

breaker front cover and trip unit, if previously installed (see
page 37).
1 ) Place UVR solenoid beneath breaker reset plate

2 ) Install UVR on top right side of reset mechanism
Undervoltage Release Kit
The undervoltage release (UVR) trips the SB breaker in accordance with the pick-up and dropout requirements of UL-4.89.
The monitored voltage is normally the voltage on the line side
of the breaker. Available UVR coil ratings are 120, 240. 480.
or 600V ac or 12, 24, 48, or 125V dc. The UVR will instantaneously (no intentional delay) trip the breaker when the voltage
drops below the trip value. Tripping can be delayed up to 0.5
seconds by using the external time delay undervoltage accessory with the UVR.
The UVR accessory kit consists of a trip solenoid to trip the
breaker, mounting hardware, and internal wiring . The trip
solenoid is installed on the right side of the front compartment,
behind the trip unit and beneath the reset plate.
Notes:
1. Wire markings are shown in brackets <like this>.
2. LT indicates left-top terminal block or secondary connector
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3 ) Route the UVR solenoid wire leads across the back of the
stored energy mechanism located between the wire
shield and the mid-barrier to the left side of the breaker.
Undervoltage Release (UVR) Solenoid
4.) Re-install the trip unit.

6)
Replace the front cover of the breaker, being careful not

to pinch wire leads routed to secondary disconnects or
terminal block. Secure with eight (8) Phillips head screws.
Installation of the undervoltage release accessory is
complete.
Undervoltage Release Ratings
5.) Secure the trip unit in place with the retaining screw
located at the top of the trip unit Torque to 6-8 in. Ibs. If
trip unit top is not secured properly, the interlock will
prohibit closing of the breaker.
Catalog Number
Hold-in Current (Amperes)
Operating Voltage
SBUV12
SBUV24
SBUV48
SBUV125
.12
.06
.03
.02
12V dc
24V dc
48V dc
125V dc
SBUV120
SBUV240
SBUV480
SBUV600
.02
.02
.02
.02
120V ac
240V ac
480V ac
600V ac
Wire terminations on terminal block or secondary disconnect

arc shown below.
Undervoltage Release Solenoid Schematic Diagram

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Shunt Trip
Figure 1.
6.) Place insulator between the B switch and the switch

mounting bracket, then secure the B switch with the
two #4-40 screws to the bottom holes on the switch
mounting bracket . Note: Torque screws to 5-6 in. Ibs.
Shunt Trip Kit
Shunt Trip
The shunt trip provides the capability to open the SB breaker
from a remote location . Shunt trips are available to operate
with a source power of 120, 240, or 480V ac, 12, 24, 48, or
125V dc. The shunt trip accessory kit consists of a trip
solenoid to open the breaker, a clearing switch to remove
voltage from the solenoid coil upon the breakers opening and
mounting hardware.
To install the shunt trip, first remove the breaker front cover
and trip unit, if previously installed (see page 37). Pinching
wires is not a problem when removing the cover.
Figure 3.
7.) After the B switch and the shunt trips solenoid are
secured, route wires into the three wire clips (see Figure
3) Make sure that wires fit inside the wire clips and do not
interfere with the pusher link.
1.) Remove the rubber band from the shunt trip assembly.
Be careful not to drop and damage the plunger.
2.) Align the shunt trip solenoid on the reset mechanism.
Make sure that the secondary latch is positioned inside
the groove of the solenoid plunger. (See Figure 1)
3.) Secure the shunt trip solenoid with the tow #6-32 SEMS
screws provided. (See Figure 1) Note: Torque screws to
18-20 in. Ibs.
4.) Check the plunger for binding after the screws are
tightened. The plunger should move freely when the
secondary latch is moved.
5.) To mount the B switch, first make sure that the switch
lever is inside the bottom cavity of the pusher link. (See
Figure 2)
Figure 3.
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Shunt Trip Schematic Layout
10.) Replace trip unit and breaker front cover. being careful
not to pinch wire leads routed to secondary disconnects
or terminal block. (See Figure 6)
11.) Apply the shunt trip accessory label to side of the breaker
cover (see Figure 7) Mark the label that is on the opposite
side of the cover to indicate that the shunt trip has been
installed.
Figure 4.
8.) Route all wires between the wire shield and mid barrier,
make Sure to route the wires toward the bottom of the
trough, So that the wires fit into the mid barrier trough
(See Figure 4)
9.) Add cable tie mounts and cable tie as directed in accessory instructions (See Figure 5)
Shunt Trip Ratings

Catalog Number
In-Rush Current (Amperes)
Operating Voltage
SBST12
SBST24
SBST48
SBST125
SBST120
SBST240
SBST480
2.50
1.75
1.10
1.02
.63
.41
.35
12V dc
24V dc
48V dc
125V dc
120V dc
240V dc
480V dc
Figure 5.
Figure 6.
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Electronic Bell Alarm - Display Module Relay

2. ) Connect bell alarm lead wires (# 1 and #22) to corresponding numbered holes in pin connector. (Note: If a
display module relay is being installed instead of a bell
alarm connect lead wires to #4 and #22 holes respectively. )
Electronic Bell Alarm Kit
Electronic Bell Alarm or Display Module Relay

The electronic bell alarm module is an internally mounted
accessory which interfaces directly with the Electronic Trip
Unit. It provides a solid state relay contact for remote Indication of breaker tripping due to overload, short time, short
circuit, or ground fault. The bell alarm contact is a latching type
and remote reset capability is provided.
3.) Align bell alarm mounting holes as shown
To install the bell alarm, first remove the breaker front cover
and trip unit, if previously installed (see page 37).
4.) Route bell alarm lead wires RT9 through RT12 through
right side of the circuit breaker.
1.) With a small screwdriver, press in tab on right side of 36pin trip unit connector and release from mounting bracket.
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5.) Connect the four lead wires, in numerical sequence. to

the bottom four positions of the secondary disconnect or
terminal block, with RT12 installed on the bottom position.
Electronic Bell Alarm or Display Module Relay Schematic

Drawing (only 1 device per breaker)
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NOTE: To properly use the Siemens Remote Indicator

Panel, the SB Circuit Breaker Trip Unit must be removed
(See Instructions Pages 36-37) if previously installed.
1.) With a small screwdriver, press in tab on right side of 36pin trip unit connector and release from mounting bracket.
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2.) Connect the wires provided between the trip unit 36 pin
connector and the External Terminal Block
The Remote Indicator Panel can be either panel mounted or
wall mounted. The intent is mounting versatility yet keeping all
electrical connections within the switch board or panel.
Panel Mounting
This style mounting is intended for surface use inside of the
switchboard or panel.
Note: The maximum distance between the breaker and

remote indicator Panel allowed is 10 feet.
Panel Mounting
1.
1.
Cut opening in Panel 4.06" wide and 6.625" high.
Reverse Flange Brackets as illustrated. Set unit on flat

surface and tighten screws. Hold unit in location desired.
Mark and drill 4 holes for #6 screws. Mount Remote
Indicator Panel with (4) #6 Screws (Not Supplied).
Wiring
Note that these terminal blocks are removable for ease of
wiring. Pull them straight out to unplug, insert wires and
tighten screws then plug them back into circuit board.
Wire Remote Indicator Panel to circuit breaker using terminals
on left side marked LB4-LB8. Connect them to the corresponding terminal block positions located on left bottom side
of SB breaker. These wires must be 18AWG with a maximum
length of 10 feet.
2.
Remove both Flange Brackets and insert Remote Indicator Panel into the opening
The 5 Relay outputs located on the bottom right terminal block

may be wired to your system using 18 AWG wire. The contact
ratings of these relays are 60VA-1.25A-l150VDC/200VAC.
Connect supply power to top right terminal block as marked.
Use the correct voltage as marked on the nameplate. Make
sure the housing is grounded using the #8-32 screw provided.
3.
Replace Flange Brackets positioned as shown - slide

bracket against panel and tightened screws.
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Relay Functions
Ground Fault Sensing and Relaying System
The relay outputs on this device can be used for wiring to

remote indicators.
When used with a Ground Fault Monitor Module (Cat. No.

SBGFM) the Remote Indicator Panel may be used as a
Ground Fault Sensing and Relaying system. For more information see the Ground Fault Monitor Module installation
instructions.
In a trip condition only one of the four relays marked G.F.

(Ground Fault), S.T. (Short Time), O.L. (Over Load) or S.C.
(Short Circuit) will latch up and stay latched until the Reset
button on front of Remote Indicator Panel is pushed. Which
relay latches is dependent on the trip condition of the breaker.
The other relay marked M.A. (Module Alarm) does not latch
but pulls in and drops out dependent on the switch setting of
the Module located in the Trip Unit. This could be either a
Display Module or a Ground Fault Monitor Module. When the
current exceeds the switch setting, relay M.A. pulls in, and
it drops out when the current goes below the switch setting.
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Note: If the Module is removed while the circuit breaker

is powered up the Module Alarm line will be set to its
ON state.
Ground Fault Monitor and Display Module
Display Module and Ground Fault Monitor
Display Module
The Ground Fault Monitor (GFM) is an optional module that

allows the user to locally monitor the ground fault current and
can be used in trip units with or without the integral ground
fault protection function . Trip units with the integral ground
fault protection function are identified by a G in the catalog
number and the presence of ground fault adjustments on the
face of the trip unit. If the trip unit is equipped with ground fault
protection, the Ground Fault Monitor utilizes the same ground
fault sensing method as the electronic trip unit. If the trip unit
is not equipped with ground fault protection, then the GFM
uses a residual ground fault sensing method. The Ground
Fault Monitor works independently from the trip units ground
fault protection .
The Display Module provides features for allowing the user to

locally monitor the phase currents. The switch to set and
select the display is accessible to the user through a hole in the
transparent cover of the trip unit.
Ground Fault Monitor Settings

There are three ground fault pickup levels offered on the
Ground Fault Monitor:
LO equals 20 percent of the frame rating.
HI equals either the frame rating or 1200 amps, whichever is less.
MED equals the average of the LO and HI pickup
levels.
The ground fault delays are divided into three fixed time delay
bands: 0.1, 0.3, and 0.5 seconds. The MAX setting is
defined as a 1200 amp pickup and 0.5 second delay.
Display
The Ground Fault Monitor displays the ground fault cur-rent in
amps. Then the ground fault current reaches a level 12
percent below the selected pickup setting, the amps display
will start to flash. Then the ground setting, the display will flash
-OL- for overload and the alarm line will be set to its ON
state.
Display Module
Maximum Current Demand

This feature provides a display of the maximum current
demand since the unit was last reset. The unit is reset by
depressing both the phase and ground fault test pushbuttons
simultaneously. Phase and ground fault pushbuttons are
located on the SB Electronic Trip Unit in the integral testing
section.
Present Current Demand

This feature provides a display of the present current demands. The present current demands are calculated averages over thirty (30) minute intervals. The user may display the
most recent stored values by setting the switch to the present
demand position for the 30-minute interval.
Local Monitor Relay

Remote Interface
The Ground Fault Monitor can be utilized with a Display
Module Relay (mounted inside the breaker) or a Remote
Indicator Panel (externally mounted) to provide a set of relay
contacts for ground fault alarm. When used in conjunction
with either of these devices and a Shunt Trip, the Ground Fault
Monitor can be used as Ground Fault Sensing and Relaying
Equipment per U. L. 1053. For more information see the
Installation Instructions for the Ground Fault Sensing and
Relaying System.
Also, note that if the Ground Fault Monitor is removed while the
circuit breaker is powered up the alarm line will be set to its
ON state
NOTE: Option for Ground Fault Detection and Alarm
without tripping in accordance with NEC Article 700
Section 700-26 is available. Consult Siemens Sales
Office for further information.
This feature provides a local alarm display and an output signal

for an external alarm when the average of the phase currents
exceeds the alarm set point. The display automatically resets
itself when the alarm condition ceases. The output alarm
signal is a 5-volt DC level. The signal may be used to display
an alarm on a remote indication panel or by using an internal
Systems Breaker Modular Relay (SBDMR) . The alarm set
point may be set to 60, 70, 80, 90, or 100 percent of the
continuous current setting.
Load Current Meter

This feature provides a local display of the present 3-phase
currents. The user may display the current value by setting the
switch to the IA, IB, or IC positions.
Before installing the display module, the breaker should be
placed in the open position.
The display module is a plug-in unit. To install the module:
1. Remove the trip units transparent cover.
2. Remove cover from the display module receptacle.
3. Insert the module into the receptacle.
4. Replace and seal the transparent cover.
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This system will provide Class 1 ground fault protection as
described in UL STANDARD 1053. GROUND-FAULT SENSING AND RELAYING EQUIPMENT.
System Components
UL Listed Circuit Breaker Components and Accessory Components
1. Circuit Breaker
2. Trip Unit3. Rating Plug4. GF Monitor Module
5. Display Module Relay
or Remote Indicator Panel-
Table 2
Table 1
Table 3
SBGFM
Table 4
SBRIP120
6. Shunt Trip Device-
Table 5
Table 1- Trip Unit

SB04TLI
SB04TLS
SB04TLSI
SB04TLIG
SB04TLSG
SB04TLSIG
SB08TLI
SB08TLS
SB08TLSI
SB08TLIG
SB08TLSG
SB08TLSIG
SB12TLI
SB12TLS
SB12TLSI
SB12TLIG
SB12TLSG
SB12TLSIG
SB16TLI
SB16TLS
SB16TLSI
SB16TLIG
SB16TLSG
SB16TLSIG
SB20TLI
SB20TLS
SB20TLSI
SB20TLIG
SB20TLSG
SB20TLSIG
SB25TLI
SB25TLS
SB25TLSI
SB25TLIG
SB25TLSG
SB25TLSIG
Table 2-Circuit Breaker

SBA0804
SBA0808
SBA1212
SBA2016
SBA2020
SBS0804
SBS0808
SBS1212
SBS2016
SBS2020
SBS4025
SBS4032
SBS4040
SBH0804
SBH0808
SBH1212
SBH2016
SBH2020
SB32TLI
SB32TLS
SB32TLSI
SB32TLIG
SB32TLSG
SB32TLSIG
SB40TLI
SB40TLS
SB40TLSI
SB40TLIG
SB40TLSG
SB40TLSIG
Table 4-Display
Module
SBDMR24
SBDMR48
SBDMR120
SBDMR125
System Operation:
The user must first set the desired ground fault pickup and
delay settings on the Ground Fault Monitor Module (Page 63).
These settings are independent from the trip unit built-in
ground fault settings (if available). When a ground fault above
the selected pickup occurs, the breaker will delay based on
the module settings and when the proper time has elapsed.
Issue a signal to the internal Display Module Relay or External
Remote Indicator Panel. The output contacts of the relay can
then be used to trigger the Shunt Trip Device, thus tripping the
circuit breaker.
Testing:
Table 3-Rating Plug
Table 5-Shunt Trip
04SB200
04SB225
04SB250
04SB300
04SB350
04SB400
04SB400
04SB450
04SB500
04SB600
04SB700
04SB800
12SB600
12SB700
12SB800
12SB1000
12SB1200
16SB800
16SB1000
16SB1200
16SB1600
20SB1000
20SB1200
20SB1600
20SB2000
25SB1600
25SB2000
25SB2500
32SB1600
32SB2000
32SB2500
32SB3000
40SB2000
40SB2500
40SB3000
40SB3200
SBST12
SBST24
SBST48
SBST125
SBST120
SBST240
SBST480
System Description:
This Ground Fault Relaying system is based on the Type SB
insulated case circuit breaker. The breaker must be equipped
with an electronic Trip Unit and Rating Plug. The trip unit can
be the type with or without the built-in ground fault tripping
function. The breaker must also have a GF Monitor Module, a
Shunt Trip Device, and either a Display Module Relay or
Remote Indicator Panel. For a system completely enclosed
within the breaker case, the internally mounted Display Module Relay is used . If remote cause of trip information is
required, the Remote Indicator Panel may be used in place of
the Display Module Relay.
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Ground Fault Relaying System
1. The interconnected system shall be evaluated when
initially installed by qualified personnel. It is also recommended that this be done periodically thereafter.
2. The proper location of the sensors around the bus of the
circuit to be protected shall be determined. This can be
done visually with knowledge of which bus is involved.
3. The grounding points of the system shall be verified to
determine that ground paths do not exist that would
bypass the sensors.
4. The polarity of the sensor connections must agree with
the installation instructions to avoid improper operations.
5. A simulated test is to be done using a low voltage, high
current source. This test is not intended to verify that it is
properly functioning.
6. The results of this testing should be recorded on the form
provided at the end of this document or other appropriate
forms and should be available to the inspection authority.
7 . These breakers may be set for different modes of operation. Residual or Ground Return, as described in the
information on applications, refer to the NEMA standards
publication No. PB 2.2 Application Guide for Ground
Fault Protective Devices for Equipment.
Test Operation
GF Type Switch set to RESIDUAL
Outgoing Circuit Method (if trip unit does not provide
ground fault protection, this is the method used.)
3 Phase / 3 Wire
Using Figures 2, and 1 or 5, individually test breaker poles A,
B, and C, for proper Ground Fault operation.
Each of the circuit breaker s front panel controls should be set
to the highest setting. Set the Ground Fault Monitor to the LO
pickup on the .1 second delay band. Using a low voltage
current source, apply a test current equal to 50% of the rating
plug value. The circuit breaker must trip.
3 Phase / 4 Wire
Using Figures 3, and 1 or 5, individually test breaker poles A,
B, and C, in conjunction with the proper neutral sensor for
Ground Fault operation.
Each of the circuit breaker s front panel controls should be set

plug value. The circuit breaker must not trip . Reduce the test
current to zero.
Using a suitable means, short the X1 wire and the X2 wire
connections together on the Neutral Sensor. Reapply a test
current equal to 50% of the rating plug value. The circuit
breaker must trip. Reduce the test current to zero and remove
the shorting means from the Neutral Sensor.
GF Type Switch set to GROUND RETURN
Ground Return Method
3 Phase / 3 Wire or 3 Phase / 4 Wire
Using Figures 4 and 1 or 5, individually test breaker poles A,
B, and C, for proper Ground Fault operation.
Each of the circuit breakers front panel controls should be set
plug value. The circuit breaker must trip.
Figure 1.
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Key Interlock and SB Breaker Padlock Device
Key Interlock on SB Breaker
Padlock Device on Breaker
Key interlocks are often used to control local sequencing of

breakers when multiple power sources are available for a
common load. When the key is removed, the key interlock
holds the open pushbutton switch in the trip position, preventing the breaker from being closed. Therefore, if the same key
is required by each breaker in a multiple power source system,
no two breakers in the system can be closed at the same time.
A padlock device on the breaker allows the breaker to be

padlocked in the open position, preventing the breaker from
being closed. It will accommodate three padlocks.
To remove the key from the key interlock, press and hold the
open pushbutton; turn and remove key.
The breaker key interlock is not field installable. It is installed
at the factory in the central escutcheon of the front panel,
directly above the push-to-open pushbutton switch.
The accessory kit consists of a padlock device and one-way

self-tapping screws to prevent its removal. The device is
installed over the open pushbutton switch. Blind holes for the
self-tapping screws are located above and to the left, and
below and to the right of the open push-button switch.
Before starting the installation, the breaker should be in the
open position, and the stored energy mechanism should be
discharged.
To install the device, secure it in place with the screws as
provided.
Key is installed in the central escutcheon
Mechanical Interlock
The mechanical interlock device provides the capability to
prevent simultaneous closing of two SB breakers. The first
breaker to close will keep the other breaker in the open/
tripped position. The interlock device is available for fixed
mounted breakers installed side-by-side or in the same vertical section. On drawout configured breakers, the interlock
device is available for breakers installed in adjacent cubicles,
either vertically or horizontally.
SB Breaker Padlock Device Kit
The mechanical interlock device is not field installable
The padlock device is installed over the open pushbutton.
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Drawout Padlock and Close Blocking Devices
Padlock Device on Drawout Mechanism
Closing Blocking Device on SB Breaker
A padlock device on the drawout mechanism provides the

means to padlock the moveable drawout element in the
connected, test, or unlocked position. The padlock device
can also lock the interlock lever in the interlocked is engaged
position to prevent the breaker from being closed. This is an
important feature. When padlocked in the unlocked position,
the moveable element can be pulled to the fully withdrawn
position. The device will accommodate three padlocks.
A closing blocking device is used to prevent local closing of the

breaker under normal operating conditions. The device is a
cover that mounts over the push-to-close pushbutton, blocking normal access to this switch. A small hole in the center of
the cover provides a means to defeat the blocking device in
case of an emergency or for test purposes. A small screw
driver or similar object may be inserted through the hole to
depress the close pushbutton .
The accessory kit consists of a pad lock device and one-way

self-tapping screws to prevent its removal. It is installed on the
left side of the moveable drawout element, just above the
interlock lever.
The accessory kit consists of a blocking device and one-way

self-tapping screws to prevent its removal. Blind holes for the
self-tapping screws are located above and to the left and
below and to the right of the close pushbutton switch .

open position and the stored energy mechanism should be
discharged .

open position and the stored energy mechanism should be
discharged.
To install the device, secure it in place with the one-way

screws as provided.
To install the device, secure it in place with the screws

provided .
Drawout padlock device kit
Closing Blocking Device Kit
Padlock device is installed above the interlock lever

Closing Blocking Device is installed over the close pushbutton
switch
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Cell Switches
B or NC contacts - Closed when the moveable drawout
element is in the test, unlocked, or
withdrawn position.
Open when the moveable draw out
element is in the connected position
A maximum of four A and B cell switches may be installed
in a breaker. The switch contact ratings are given in the
following table.
Switch Contact Ratings

Supply Voltage
Ampere Rating
120 VAC
240 VAC
480 VAC
24 VDC
125 VDC
10 Amps
10 Amps
6 Amps
3 Amps
0.6 Amps
The cell switches are installed on the left-rear flange of the

stationary drawout element, between the bus supports
The cell switch assembly should be installed prior to the
moveable drawout element being installed in the switchboard.
If the drawout elements have already been installed, the
moveable drawout element will have to be placed in the fully
withdrawn position or removed from the switch board to al low
access to the installation location.
To install the cell switch assembly, attach assembly to the leftrear flange with two (2) 8/32" panhead screws with lock
washers in the threaded holes on the flange.
Cell Switch Accessory Kit

Cell Switches on Drawout Mechanism Cell switches are used
on drawout SB breakers as signal contacts to indicate when
the moveable drawout element is in a position other than the
connected position. The position of the moveable drawout
element is indicated by the open/closed status of the cell
switches as follows:
A or NO contacts - Open when the moveable drawout
element is in the test, unlocked, or
withdrawn position.
Closed when the moveable drawout
element is in the connected position.
Cell Switches are installed on the left-rear flange of the cradle

assembly or drawout element
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The drawout safety shutters kit consists of two shutter assemblies and mounting hardware. The shutters are symmetrical
so that either shutter can be used to cover the line or load
stabs. The shutters are installed on the sides of the stationary
drawout.
If practical, the drawout safety shutters should be installed
prior to the stationary drawout element being installed in the
switchboard. If the drawout elements have already been
installed, the moveable drawout element will have to be
removed from the switchboard to allow access to the installation location.
To install the safety shutters:
CAUTION: Siemens recommends Shutter installation

prior to placing Stationary Drawout Element into a
switchboard or panelboard.
1.) Pull out two (2) stationary drawout rails.
Drawout Safety Shutters Accessory Kit

Drawout safety shutters prevent inadvertent contact with the
primary stabs. As the moveable drawout element is moved
from the unlocked to the withdrawn position, the shutters
automatically cover the primary stabs. The shutters automatically retract to expose the stabs, as the moveable drawout
element is moved from the withdrawn to the unlocked position.
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2.) Install eight (8) Shutter Plate pins (4 per side).
3.) Install four (4) Shutter Rails (2 per each side).
6.) Install shutter springs (zinc silver spring is used for the top
shutter, white springs are used for the bottom shutter).
Installation of the bottom shutter is similar to the top.
7.) Push down on the top shutter and pull up on the bottom
shutter to ensure that they will move freely in the tracks
4.) Slide top of shutter slide block into bottom of grooved top
shutter rail
8.) Drawout Safety Shutters shown installed.
5.) Install top shutter section with #6-32 x 1/4" screws and
lock washers, to the sides of the stationary drawout
element.
9.) Install terminal blocks (see page 57).
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Secondary Disconnects and Control Terminal Blocks

Control Terminal Block mounted on fixed-mounted breaker.
Secondary Disconnects
Secondary wiring connections to remote locations are made
to secondary disconnects on drawout breakers and to
control terminal blocks on fixed-mounted breakers. The
secondary disconnects and terminal blocks are located along
the sides of the breakers, as many as two on each side. They
are referenced as left top (LT), left bottom (LB), right top (RT),
and right bottom (RB). Left and right are with respect to the
user facing the breaker. The terminal points of factory installed
internal accessories are identified on page 62. The same
terminal point locations should be used when an accessory is
installed in the field.

Control terminal blocks provide electrical access to the internal accessories and trip unit of a fixed-mounted breaker. A
breaker can be equipped with up to four control terminal
blocks, each with 12 terminal points. The terminal blocks
accept #12 AWG user wiring. They are rated for 600 volts
application.
The terminal blocks are designed to be installed along the
sides of the breaker. They must be installed with a terminal
block mount. To install the terminal block assembly(s), attach
them with screws to the breaker as illustrated.
The control terminal blocks are referenced as left-top (LT), leftbottom (LB), right-top (RT), and right-bottom (RB). Left and
right are with respect to the user facing the breaker. The
recommended terminal points for accessories added in the
field are illustrated below.
NOTE: The addition of terminal blocks to a fixed mounted
circuit breaker adds 1.5 inches to each side or 3 inches
overall.
Secondary Disconnects terminal points
Wires mounted on terminal block
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To install the secondary disconnects:

Sliding secondary disconnects provide electrical access to
the internal accessories and trip unit of a drawout constructed
SB breaker. They are installed along the sides of the drawout
elements such that the electrical connections are made as the
moveable drawout element is moved/racked into the stationary drawout element.
A breaker can be equipped with up to four secondary disconnects, each with 12 terminal points. Each secondary disconnect consists of an A and a B block. On the right side of the
stationary drawout element the A block is at the top and the
B block is at the bottom . They are reversed on the left side:
B at the top, A at the bottom. On the right side of the moveable
drawout element, the B block is at the top and the A block is
at the bottom . These are also reversed on the left side: A at
the top, B at the bottom. The blocks and drawout elements
are keyed to prevent improper installation .
Disconnects should be affixed to stationary and moveable
drawout elements prior to racking-in the moveable element.
The secondary disconnects are attached with screws to the
stationary and moveable drawout elements.
1 ) Engage Secondary Disconnect molded tabs into factory

formed slots as indicated.
2.) Prior to final installation of the secondary disconnect, it is

recommended that a drop of LocTite #271 be put on the
8-32 x 5/1 6-inch long counter-sunk screws.
The secondary disconnects are referenced as left-top (LT),
left-bottom (LB), right-top (RT), and right-bottom (RB). Left
and right are with respect to the user facing the breaker. The
recommended terminal points for accessories added in the
field are illustrated below.
Secondary Disconnects and

Terminal Block Terminal Points
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Pressure Wire Connectors T Connectors
T Connectors
T connectors are used to connect power buses to the SB
breakers. The connectors are rotatable to allow for vertical or
horizontal bus connections.

Pressure wire connectors are used to connect power cables
to the SB breaker.
T connectors with mounting hardware (1 connector and

appropriate hardware shipped with each kit).
To install the T connectors:
1.
TA3K500SB Pressure Wire Connector

Frame
Size
Amp
Rating
Cables per
Connector
Connector
Wire Range
Catalog
Number
800
800
1-3
1/0-500 kcmil
Cu/Al
TA3K500S
1200
1200
1-4
250-500 kcmil
Cu/Al
TA4N8500
2000
1200
1-4
250-500 kcmil
Cu/Al
TA4P8500
2000
1600
1-5
300-600 kcmil
Cu/Al
TA5P600S
2000
2000
1-5
250-600 kcmiI
Cu
TA6R600S
To install the pressure wire connectors:

1.) Attach the power cables to the connectors and tighten
the set screws. Use the recommended torque supplied
with the terminal connector.
2.) Mount the connectors to the terminal pads with the
mounting bolts. Use torque value supplied with the
terminal connector.
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Mount the T connectors to the terminal pads with the

mounting bolts. Use torque value supplied with the T
connector kit.
Introduction
This neutral sensing transformer is designed to be mounted
on a bus bar with maximum dimensions of 3.00" x .75".

Neutral sensing transformers are used with 4-wire residual
ground fault protection and ground source schemes.
1.) Turn off power feeding this device before starting the
installation.
2.) Also turn off any line power within the immediate vicinity
to prevent the incidental or accidental contact of tools by
the installer.
Use transformers with the following breaker frame ratings only
NO4SB
NO8SB
N12SB
N16SB
N20SB
SBA0400
SBA0800
SBA1200
SBAl60
SBA2000
SBS0400
SBS0800
SBSl200
SBS1600
SBS2000
SBH0400
SBH0800
SBH1200
SBH1600
SBH2000
Mounting
Position the neutral sensor as close as possible to the associated circuit breaker and fabricate two .312 diameter holes
1.75 inches apart in bus, as shown below. Mount the neutral
sensor to the bus as shown with 1/4-20 hardware (not
provided). Torque mounting bolts to 50 in. lbs. maximum.
Bus Mounting
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Important
The SB series of electronic trip circuit breakers equipped with
ground fault protection may be used in the Residual or Ground
Return modes. When used in the Residual mode the orientation of the neutral sensing transformer is important for proper
operation. See illustrations below for proper orientation of the
neutral sensor for Residual mode Ground Fault. Orientation of
the neutral sensor is not required when used in the Ground
Return mode of Ground Fault.
Installation of neutral transformer
Terminal Connections
After properly orienting and mounting the neutral sensing
transformer, maintain the correct polarity by connecting terminal LT1 1 on the circuit breaker to terminal X1 on the neutral
sensor, and terminal LT12 on circuit breaker to terminal X2 on
the neutral sensor.
Trip Unit Connections
Standard Connection
Reverse Connection
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Check to see if there are wires routed from terminal block

positions LT1 1 and LT12 to the inside of circuit breaker. If
there are, discard the 2 connection wires supplied with the
transformer. If not, these wires will need to be installed.
Remove breaker front cover and trip unit (see pages 36-37 of
guide). Follow steps 2 and 3 on page 54. With a small
screwdriver, press in tab on right side of 36 pin trip unit
connector and release it from mounting bracket. Connect the
wire marked LT11 from trip unit connector position #8 to
terminal block position LT11. Connect wire marked LT12 from
connector position #15 to terminal block position LT12. Make
sure these connectors are fully seated and locked into connector. Route wires as shown below. Use number 1 8-gauge
copper wire (to be supplied by customer) for lead wires .
Replace trip unit and front cover taking care not to pinch any
wires.
CAUTION: SB breakers and Stationary Drawout Elements are heavy. Personal injury or mechanical damage
may occur if care is not used in lifting these pieces of
equipment.

A lifting device is used in conjunction with a hoist or crane to
lift a moveable drawout element. Provisions are provided on
the drawout elements to attach a lifting device. The attachment location allows the elements to be balanced as they are
being lifted and installed .
Connecting point of the lifting device
The instructions for attaching the lifting devices are contained

in the Installation Instructions section.
Lifting the Moveable Drawout Element

(Use only two rear lift holes).
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Auxiliary Power Supply
The auxiliary power supply is a plug-in supply for bench testing
the Electronic Trip Unit The supply may also be used to power
the trip unit during the execution of a go/no-go type test
before bringing the SB breaker on-line (see Monitoring the Trip
Unit in the Operating Instructions section). The auxiliary power
supply operates from 120V ac source power.
Test Procedures
1.
To test trip unit, plug Auxiliary Power Module (APM) into

front of trip unit.
2.
Hold down Power button on this Auxiliary Power Module

and the desired test buttons on the trip unit. Note that only
the Power button must be held down for the duration of
the test sequence. If Power button is released, test must
be restarted.
3.
After trip unit test is complete release the Power button

on the APM.
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Universal Test Kit (TS-31)
Searching Catalog . . .
Searching Family/Series . . .
General Information
(detailed instructions supplied with kit)
If an invalid catalog number has been entered, the TS-31

will respond with:
XXX . . . NOT found.
Press any key to continue.
and you will be asked to enter another catalog number.
E.
If valid catalog number has been entered, the TS-31 will

prompt for the breaker settings. The TS-31 will respond
with:
Enter Continuous Current Setting in %
If the unit being tested is a SB ENCASED BREAKER trip
unit set the continuous setting to 100% (this equals the
value of the rating plug which is referred to as Ir.)
Enter Long Time Delay in Seconds:
Enter Instantaneous Pickup Setting:
For breakers with short time functions you may be asked
one of the following:
Enter Short Time Pickup:
Select Short Time Delay 1 -Fixed 2-I2t:
Enter Short Time Delay in Seconds:
For breakers with ground fault you will be asked:
Select Ground Fault Type: 1 - Residual
2. - Gnd. Return 3 - Unsure:
Enter Ground Fault Pickup Setting in %:
TS-31 Procedures
Enter Ground Fault Delay: 1 -Fixed 2-I2t:
A.
Remove electrical loads from circuit breaker.
B.
Plug the TS-31 test set into a grounded 120 VAC

receptacle and turn it on. You will be greeted by the
identifying turn-on message:
Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc.
TS-31 Test Set. Press any key to continue.
C.
Enter Ground Fault Delay in Seconds

In each case, enter your breakers switch settings. For
example if your breaker is set for 70%, type 70 and then
press ENTER. Entry of erroneous data in the above steps
will result in false tests and results.
F.
Select the appropriate ribbon cable assembly and connect it between the TS-31 and the circuit breaker, making
sure of alignment and polarity. After pressing ENTER, the
TS-31 will prompt:
Enter test: L - Long S - Short I - Inst.

G - Gnd. Fault C - CT Cont.?
L - Long time or overload test.
S - Short time test.
I - Instantaneous test.
G - Ground fault test.
C Current transformer continuity test.
Enter catalog number:

D.
Type in the catalog of the circuit breaker if a JD, LD, MD,

ND, PD FRAME. If the unit being tested is a SB ENCASED
BREAKER, type in the catalog number of the trip unit
(currently on the side of the trip unit proper and the side
of the circuit breaker if the unit was factory installed.)
After entering the catalog number information, press the
ENTER key. The TS-31 will respond with:
After entering the breaker switch settings, you must

select the test you wish to have performed:
G.
If you press ENTER, you will be prompted for the phase

to be tested: The TS-31 will display:
Enter Phase to Test:
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Universal Test Kit (TS-31)
Enter one of the following letters:
APhase A or Left Pole
BPhase B or Center Pole
CPhase C or Right Pole
H.
The TS-31 will report the type of test you selected and
give you a chance to abort the test. For example, if I was
pressed above. The TS-31 will display:
Instantaneous Test
Press ENTER to Continue or A to Abort.
If you pressed the letter A to abort. you will be asked to
enter again
Change: 1 - Test 2 - Catalog 3 - Settings:
I.
Press Enter again to start the test. Press any other key to
STOP the test. Once a test has been started, the TS-31
will respond with:
Trip test. Press Any Key to Abort.
Time Remaining: xx.xxx Sec.
Be careful at this time. Any keypress will abort the test.
J.
The test may take anywhere from a fraction of a second

to minutes to complete, depending on which procedure
was run . If the test passes, the display will show the
following, depending on whether the breaker tripped or
not.
and then for the phase to test. A message will then appear
stating the test results. For example:
CT Resistance Test. Phase X PASSED.
M. There are additional ERROR messages which may appear on the display during this operation which were not
covered previously:
Test Not RunningCheck Test Cable.
Press enter to continue.
The test set has sensed that current is not flowing
properly in the breaker under test and that there is either
an open or short circuit between the TS-31 and the
breaker trip unit
Ground Fault is NOT available on a SJD69300.
You will get this error message if you enter a choice that
is not available, such as entering G in step F for ground
fault test on a catalog number that does have ground
fault.
Inconclusive Test, Check Settings.
Press any key to continue or A to abort
Note:
If the breaker tripped during the test, RESET the circuit

breaker before continuing.
This warning will appear if you attempt to run a short

time test with the instantaneous pickup set equal to
or below the short time pickup. It would also appear
if you tried to run a long time test with short time
pickup set to 2. This is only a warning: the test can
still be run. However. passing or failing the test may
not be conclusive.
The TS-31 will prompt for the next instructions. The

display will show:
XX is NOT a Valid Setting.

Test Passed. xxx.xx seconds

K.
Change: 1 - Test 2 - Catalog 3 - Settings
Note:
Enter one of the following numbers:

1 - select a new test
2 - enter a new catalog number
3 - enter a new switch setting
If you enter 1 you will be sent to step F. Choosing a 2
will send the program back to step E. Entering 3 which
sends you back to step E, will be slightly different the
second time through. On the second line after the prompt
for the setting, a number or text in brackets will appear.
This will indicate the last setting you entered. If you DONT
wish to change a setting, just press ENTER . If you DO
wish to change a setting, type in the new setting and
press ENTER.
L.
If you pressed C when asked. You will first be prompted

by:
Current Transformer Test
Press ENTER to Continue or A to abort.
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This message will appear if you enter a setting value

that does not exist. For example a SMD69700ANGT
has continuous current settings of 20, 30, 40, 50,
60, 70, 80, 90, 100 percent. If you were to enter any
other value than those listed, the above message will
appear.
Test Exceeds Capability of TS-31.
Note:
This message is not likely to occur. If it does, it means

that a test requires more current to run than the TS31 can produce.
Unit Too Hot, Please Wait.
Note:
Running many successive high-current long time

tests may over-heat the test set. It will protect itself
from damage by preventing further tests until it has
had a chance to cool down. The display will indicate
when testing can resume.
Dead Front Shield
Note: Accessory installation should be completed before the
breaker is racked into the Connected position. If the
breaker is in the Connected position, rack the breaker
out to the Unlocked position. Turn off and lock out all
power supplying the switchboard before installing any
accessories.
1.
Tighten rubber inserts until they are flush against spacer

and the spacers flush against the dead front shield (See
Figure 1).
2.
Place the dead front shield on the front of the breaker

while guiding the rubber inserts into the holes located in
the breaker cover (See Figure 1).
3.
Secure the dead front shield by tightening the two (2)

screws provided.
4.
Check the dead front shield to insure that it is properly

secured. Tighten screws more if the dead front shield
feels loose
5.
The dead front shield assembly consists of two (2)

identical shields one for the top of the breaker and one for
the bottom. Repeat steps 1 through 4 for installation of
the second shield.
Note: Approximately ten (10) complete rotations of the

screws will secure the dead front shield.
Dead Front Shields Installed
Figure 1.
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Outline Dimension Drawing

800A Stationary Drawout Element
82

83

800A Moveable Drawout Element
84

85

86

87

88

89

800A Fixed Mounted
1200A Fixed Mounted
90

800A Fixed Mounted
1200A Fixed Mounted
91

2000A Fixed Mounted
92

2000A Fixed Mounted
93
Encased Systems Circuit Breakers and Electronic Trip Units
Type SB Encased Systems Breaker Frames Alternate Interrupting Rating (To 85 A.l.R. (kA))
Breaker Type
Fixed Mounted
Catalog Number
Ampere Rating
Frame Size
400
800
1200
1600
2000
800
800
1200
2000
2000
SBA0804F
SBA0808F
SBA1212F
SBA2016F
SBA2020F
Drawout Breaker with Moveable Mechanism
Stationary Drawout Mechanism
Vertical Bus Catalog

Number
Horizontal Bus Catalog

Number

Number

Number
SBA0804DV
SBA0808DV
SBA1212DV
SBA2016DV
SBA2020DV
SBA0804DH
SBA0808DH
SBA1212DH
SBA2016DH
SBA2020DH
SBA08DFV
SBA08DFV
SBA12DFV
SBA20DFV
SBA20DFV
SBA08DFH
SBA08DFH
SBA12DFH
SBA20DFH
SBA20DFH
Type SB Encased Systems Breaker Frames Standard Interrupting Rating (To 100 A.l.R. (kA))
Breaker Type
Fixed Mounted
Catalog Number
Ampere Rating
Frame Size
400
800
1200
1600
2000
800
800
1200
2000
2000
SBS0804F
SBS0808F
SBS1212F
SBS2016F
SBS2020F

Number

Number

Number

Number
SBS0804DV
SBS0808DV
SBS1212DV
SBS2016DV
SBS2020DV
SBS0804DH
SBS0808DH
SBS1212DH
SBS2016DH
SBS2020DH
SBS08DFV
SBS08DFV
SBS12DFV
SBS20DFV
SBS20DFV
SBS08DFH
SBS08DFH
SBS12DFH
SBS20DFH
SBS20DFH
Type SB Encased Systems Breaker Frames High Interrupting Rating (To 200 A.l.R. (kA))
Breaker Type
Fixed Mounted
Catalog Number
Ampere Rating
Frame Size
400
800
1200
1600
2000
800
800
1200
2000
2000
SBH0804F
SBH0808F
SBH1212F
SBH2016F
SBH2020F

Number

Number

Number

Number
SBH0804DV
SBH0808DV
SBH1212DV
SBH2016DV
SBH2020DV
SBH0804DH
SBH0808DH
SBH1212DH
SBH2016DH
SBH2020DH
SBH08DFV
SBH08DFV
SBH12DFV
SBH20DFV
SBH20DFV
SBH08DFH
SBH08DFH
SBH12DFH
SBH20DFH
SBH20DFH
Short Time
Pickup/Delay
Ground Fault
Pickup/Delay
Electronic Trip Unit, 800A Frame

Catalog Number
Frame Ampere Rating
Continuous Current
Setting
Long Time Delay
SB04TLI
SB04TLS
SB04TLSI
400
400
400
x
x
x
x
x
x
SB04TLIG
SB04TLSG
SB04TLSIG
SB04TMLI
400
400
400
400
x
x
x
x
x
x
SB08TLI
SB08TLS
SB08TLSI
800
800
800
x
x
x
x
x
x
SB08TLIG
SB08TLSG
SB08TLSIG
SB08TMLI
800
800
800
800
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Short Time
Pickup/Delay
Ground Fault
Pickup/Delay
Electronic Trip Unit 1200A Frame

Catalog Number
Frame Ampere Rating
Continuous Current
Setting
Long Time Delay
SB12TLI
SB12TLS
SB12TLSI
1200
1200
1200
x
x
x
x
x
x
SB12TLIG
SB12TLSG
SB12TLSIG
SB12TMLI
1200
1200
1200
1200
x
x
x
x
x
x
94
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Encased Systems Circuit Breakers and Electronic Trip Units (Continued)
Electronic Trip Unit, 2000A Frame
Catalog Number
Frame Ampere Rating
Continuous Current
Setting
Long Time Delay
SB16TL
SB16TLS
SB16TLSI
1600
1600
1600
x
x
x
x
x
x
SB16TLIG
SB16TLSG
SB16TLSG
SB16TMLI
1600
1600
1600
1600
x
x
x
x
x
x
SB20TL
SB20TLS
SB20TLSI
2000
2000
2000
x
x
x
x
x
x
SB20TLIG
SB20TLSG
SB20TLSIG
SB20TMLI
2000
2000
2000
2000
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Short Time
Pickup/Delay
Ground Fault
Pickup/Delay
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Rating Plugs
Rating Plugs, 400 Ampere Frame Rating
Catalog
Number
Plug
Rating
Catalog
Number
Plug
Rating
04SB200
04SB225
04SB250
200
225
250
16SB800
16SB1000
800
1000
04SB300
04SB350
04SB400
300
350
400
16SB1200
16SB1600
1200
1600

Catalog
Number
Plug
Rating
08SB400
08SB450
08SB500
400
450
500
08SB600
08SB700
08SB800
600
700
800

Catalog
Number
Plug
Rating
20SB1000
20SB1200
1000
1200
20SB1600
20SB2000
1600
2000

Catalog
Number
Plug
Rating
12SB600
12SB700
12SB800
600
700
800
12SB1000
12SB1200
1000
1200
95
Internal Accessories/External Accessories
Display Module Relay
Accessory
Catalog Number
Accessory
Catalog Number
Voltage
120VAC
24VDC
48VDC
125VDC For Fix Mount Only
125VDC For Drawout Only
SBEO120
SBEO24
SBEO48
SBEO125
SBEO125D
Display Module Relay
SBDMR24
SBDMR48
SBDMR125
SBDMR120
24V dc
48V dc
125V dc
120V dc
Time Delay Undervoltage

Electric Operator With Close Coil Interlock
Accessory
Catalog Number
Accessory
Catalog Number
Time Delay Undervoltage
Consult Siemens
120VAC
24VDC
48VDC
SBEO120CCX
SBEO24CCX
SBEO48CCX
Dead Front Shield

Frame Size
Accessory
800A, 1200A
2000A
SB08DF
SB20DF
Accessory
Catalog Number
800A Envelope
1200A Envelope
2000A Envelope
SBSS08
SBSS20

Remote Closing Solenoid
Accessory
Accessory
Catalog Number
120VAC
24VDC
48VDC
125VDC
SBRCS120
SBRCS24
SBRCS48
SBRCS125
Catalog Number
SBSDLT, SBSDLB,
SBSDRT, SBSDRB
The catalog number for the secondary disconnects include one each 12-point A and
B block.
Shunt Trip
Accessory
Catalog Number
Accessory
120VAC
240VAC
480VAC
12VDC
24VDC
48VDC
125VDC
SBST120
SBST240
SBST480
SBST12
SBST24
SBST48
SBST125

SBTBLT, SBTBLB, SBTBRT, SBTBRB,
Terminal Block Mount
SBTBM
The catalog number for the control terminal block consists of one 12-point fixed
terminal strip.
Catalog Number
Accessory
Catalog Number
120VAC
240VAC
480VAC
12VDC
24VDC
48VDC
125VDC
SBUV120
SBUV240
SBUV480
SBUV12
SBUV24
SBUV48
SBUV125
Accessory
Catalog Number
800A Envelope - 800 Amp

TA3K500SB
TA4N8500SB
TA4P8500SB
TA5P600SB
TA6R600SB
"T" Connectors
Auxiliary Switches
Accessory
Catalog Number
1A & 1B
2A & 2B
3A & 3B
4A & 4B
5A & 5B
6A & 6B
SBAS2
SBAS4
SBAS6
SBAS8
SBAS10
SBAS12
Accessory
Catalog Number
800A Envelope
1200A Envelope
2000A Envelope
SB12TCON
SB20TCON

Accessory
Catalog Number
Drawout Circuit Breaker
SBLD
Neutral Current Transformers

Accessory
Catalog Number
Voltage
Bell Alarm
SBBA24
SBBA48 SBBA125
SBBA120
24V dc
48V dc
125V dc
120V dc
96
Accessory
Catalog Number
400 Amps Frame Rating

N04SB
N08SB
N12SB
N16SB
N20SB
Key Interlocks
Remote Indication Panel
Accessory
Catalog Number
Accessory
Catalog Number
Installed on Breaker
KISB, SISB
Remote Indication Relay Panel
SBRIP
Provision only
Circuit Breaker
Drawout
KIPOF
SKIPOD, 20KIPOD
Padlock Devices
Accessory
Catalog Number
Installed on Breaker
Installed on Drawout
SBPLB
SBPLD
Breaker Closing Blocking Device

Accessory
Catalog Number
Breaker Closing Blocking Device
SBBD
Capacitor Trip
Display Module
Accessory
Catalog Number
Display Module
SBDM
Ground Fault Display Module

Accessory
Catalog Number
Ground Fault Display Module
SBGFM
Auxiliary Power Source For Electronic Trip

Unit
Accessory
Catalog Number
SBAPM
Accessory
Catalog Number
Auxiliary Power Source
Capacitor Trip
Consult Siemens
Universal Trip Unit Test Kit
Cell Switches
Accessory
Catalog Number
Accessory
Catalog Number
Test Kit
TS31
1A & 1B
2A & 2B
3A & 3B
4A & 4B
CEL1
CEL2
CEL3
CEL4
UL Listings and File Numbers
Accessory
Catalog Number
800A, 1200A Envelope

Fixed Circuit Breaker
SBMIF08
SBMID08
2000A Envelope
Fixed Circuit Breaker
SBMIF20
SBMID20
UL Listing
File Number
Trip Unit
Breaker
Draw Assembly
Accessories
CSA Guides
E9896
E9896
E135453
E57501
LR57039
Time Current Curves

Description
Catalog Number
Time Current Curves
TD7210
Electric Operator Troubleshooting Guide

Symptom
Solutions
Motor does not run.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Motor runs for 20 seconds, does not charge

springs, lamp on LT4 blinks slowly (one
second on, two seconds off).
1. Remove power from LT1 and LT5, manually charge breaker. Reapply power to LT1 and LT5 motor should run for less than
10 seconds and shut off. Lamp on LT4 should remain on.
Breaker will not close electrically.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Lamp on LT4 blinks slowly (one second on,

two seconds off).
1. Remove power from LT1 and LT5, manually charge breaker springs. Reapply power to LT1 and LT5. Lamp on LT4 should
remain on.
Check for springs already charged by checking spring charge indicator.

Check for rated voltage at LT1 and LT5.
Check motor fuse - requires 1.8A Slo-Blo fuse.
Check all wiring connections.
If the lamp connected to LT4 is blinking slowly (one second on, two seconds off) remove power from LT1 and LT5 then
re-apply power
Check to see if springs are charged by checking charged indicator flag.

Check for power on LT1 and LT5.
Check for power on LT2. If power is on LT2, remove and reapply.
Check to see if breaker is locked in open position by either padlocking device, kirk key, or drawout interlock.
Check all wiring connections.
97
98
Electrical Diagrams
99
Electrical Diagrams
100
Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc.

Distribution & Controls Division
3333 State Bridge Rd.
Alpharetta, GA 30202
Siemens is a registered trademark of Siemens AG.
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SB Encased Systems Breakers

400-2000 Ampere Frame Ratings

Manual No. SG-

400-2000 Amp SB Encased Systems Breakers

Frame Installation Instructions

Outline Dimension Drawings

UL Listings and File Numbers

SB Enclosed Systems Breakers

mercial complexes, and medical and health care facilities.

The interruption rating of the SB breaker is specified on the

Overcurrent Protection Configurations

Siemens Electronic Trip Units for SB breakers are available

Three short circuit interruption ratings are available to meet

SB Encased Systems Breaker

Type SBA - Standard AIR (Black Label)

Type SBH - High AIR (Red Label)

Short Time Ratings

The Siemens microprocessor controlled Electronic Trip Unit

A full family of internal, external, and remote accessories are

Type SBS - Alternate AIF (Blue Label)

RMS Current Sensing

200, 225, 250, 300, 350, 400

Interruption and Short Time Ratings

and is not intended to indicate availability.

Insulated - Encased Construction

struction. The electrical insulation property of the thermoset

Possible number of 800A and 2000A Frame Sizes in a 90inch Switchboard

switchboard. This compact packaging is made possible by

Example: Six 800A Siemens SB Encased Systems Breakers

The manual charging handle, pushbutton control switches,

Two-Step Stored Energy Mechanism

Main stored energy springs located in the front compartment

Centralized controls and color-coded indicators

position the moveable drawout element is disengaged from

Stationary Drawout Element

Moveable Drawout Element

Side View Shown

Additional optional features include:

For ease of installation and interchangeability in the field, the

Overcurrent Protection Configurations

As standard features, the trip unit has two built-in-test

Frame Installation Instructions

Installing Drawout Constructed SB Breakers

Installing the Stationary Drawout Element

Attach lifting device to identified lifting points only.

Frame Installation Instructions

Lift by using rear guide post.

Preferred Lifting Arrangement

Support Bracket and Guide Rail

Frame Installation Instructions

Interlock Lever mechanism

Installing Fixed-Mounted SB Breakers

Lifting straps should go between the stabs.

CAUTION: Do not attempt to install a trip unit with the

Installation of Electronic Trip Unit

2.) Lift off front cover.

The SB Breaker has a built-in interlock device that prevents

On trip units with ground fault protection, the ground fault

1.) Remove the 8 screws from breaker front cover.