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Vacuum interrupter/ operator – Siemens vacuum circuit breaker 38-3AH3 38 kV User Manual

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Vacuum interrupter/
operator

Figure 8: Front view of type 38-3AH3 vacuum circuit breaker with front panel removed

CHARGED/
DISCHARGED
indicator

OPEN/CLOSED
indicator

Operations
counter

Capacitor trip
(optional)

Jack shaft

Closed circuit-
breaker interlock

Spring-charging
motor behind
limit switches

Trip-free interlock

Ground disconnect

Auxiliary
switch

Close coil
Trip coil

Push-to-trip

Mechanism-
operated cell
(MOC) switch
operator

Secondary disconnect

Push-to-close

Closing spring

Opening spring

Gearbox

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