SE - Key Operated Surface Mounted Switch
SE with CL
Tools and Fixings Required
(63A/150A)
M6 Tap or Ø 6.5 Drill
3.5mm Flat Blade Electrical
Screwdriver
4 x M6 Screws
4 x M6 Nuts
4 x M6 Washers
The machine must be completely
isolated from all electrical supplies
The
SE
is an enclosed robust,
heavy duty, surface mounted,
before any installation commences.
key operated switch sealed
Mounting
against ingress of liquids and
Mount this unit well away from
dust.
sources of vibration or use anti-
vibration mountings in order to
IMPORTANT
avoid the effects of vibration,
This product is designed for
shock and bump. Mount the unit
use
according
to
the
only in its correctly assembled
installation and operating
instructions enclosed. It must
condition to flat metal plate of
minimum thickness 3.0mm.
be installed by competent and
1
Locate the unit so that the
qualified personnel who have
lock is
read and understood the
whole of this document prior
2
Mount the unit to the panel
using the 4 x M4/M6 screws,
to commencing installation.
nuts and
Any
modification
to
or
applicable.The fixing holes are
deviation
from
these
accessible
instructions invalidates all
Fortress
removed and will not be within
warranties.
the
Interlocks Ltd
accepts no
3
All fixing screws must be
liability whatsoever for any
permanently prevented from
situation arising from misuse
removal, either by vibration or
or mis-application of this
by personnel using standard
product. This product is not to
tools.
be used as a Mains Isolator or
Emergency Stop. The unit is a
Electrical Connection
component to be added to a
Check that the unit to be installed
permanent
electrical
is of the same electrical type and
installation
meeting
the
voltage rating as the machine
requirements of the applicable
control circuits. Note that all units
IEC/EN standards.
are designed to operate at +/-
10% of the nominal supply voltage.
The voltages used on the
The use of an incorrect voltage
SE terminals must all be of
can seriously damage the unit.The
the same type. i.e. ALL
electrical system must incorporate
Hazardous Live or ALL
fuse protection for all circuits,
Machine
Extra
Low
using a Quick-Acting (F) fuses,
Voltage.
to IEC 127. Please refer to figure
IF
YOU
HAVE
ANY
2 for the
QUESTIONS OR QUERIES OF
the Key Operated Rotary Switch.
ANY NATURE PLEASE
Bond the unit to Earth potential via
CONTACT THE SUPPLIER
the Earth point provided.
WHO WILL BE PLEASED TO
earth wire used must be
ADVISE AND ASSIST.
multi-stranded Yellow and Green
PVC sheathed and approved to
Tools and Fixings
BS 6231 with minimum conductor
Required (20A/32A)
cross-sectional area of 2.5mm².
M4 Tap or Ø 4.5 Drill
The Earth lead must be fitted such
3.5mm Flat Blade Electrical
that it will be the last to be broken
Screwdriver
if the wiring loom is pulled from the
4 x M4 Screws
product.When all wiring is com-
4 x M4 Nuts
plete, conduct a Protective Earth
4 x M4 Washers
Test to BS 60204, clause 20. Test
the unit for correct operation.
Maximum Permissible Wire Gauge
Wire Type
Single Core or
Stranded Wire
Flexible Wire
The 20A, 32A and 63A switches will accept 2 wires per
terminal, one either side of the terminal screw, while the 150A
switch will accept only one wire per terminal. Only copper
wires are to be used.
Wire Strip Length
The wire strip length is the length of wire left exposed at the
end of a cable when the insulation is removed. The
recommended lengths are shown below.
Switch
Strip Length (mm)
within easy reach.
20A
32A
washers,
as
63A
150A
with
the
lid
Minimum Voltage and Current
sealed
area.
The standard 20A switch has been tested to work
down to 5mA at 20V. For lower voltage and current
requirements, please contact Fortress.
DC Ratings
The rotary switches are all AC but have the following DC ratings:
DC Voltage 20A Switch 32A Switch
24V
48V
60V
110V
220V
440V
0.27A
Mechanical and Electrical Life
Terminal Numbers for
The mechanical life of the lock mechanism is 1,000,000
operations.
The life of the rotary switch is shown below:
The
Switch Type
Mechanical Life
(No of Operations) (No of Operations)
20A
1,500,000
32A
1,500,000
63A
1,500,000
150A
450,000
Once the maximum electrical or mechanical number of operations
has been reached the unit must be replaced.
Units
20A
32A
63A
150A
mm
2
2x2.5
2x6
2x16
70
AWG
2x12
2x8
2x6
2/0
mm
2
2x2.5
2x4
2x10
50
AWG
2x14
2x10
2x6
1/0
8
11
15
20
63A Switch 150A Switch
20A
32A
63A
150A
12A
25A
50A
150A
4.5A
10A
16A
1A
2A
3A
0.4A
0.6A
0.7A
0.3A
-
AC-21A Electrical Life
100,000
100,000
100,000
75,000
Installation Instructions
Approvals
The switches are approved to the following:
20A
BS, CCC, CSA, GOST, IEC, UL
32A
BS, CSA, GOST, IEC, UL
63A
BS, CSA, GOST, IEC, UL
150A
BS, CSA, GOST, IEC, UL
w h e r e
BS
= BS EN 60947 (British and EU)
CCC
= China Compulsory Certification
CSA
= Canadian Standards Association
GOST = Gosudarstvennyj Standard (Russian)
IEC
= IEC 60947 – International Electrical Commission (Global)
UL
= Underwriters Laboratory (USA)
International Current Variations
BS/IEC/VDE
UL Current
Current Rating
Rating
20A
20A
32A
30A
63A
65A
150A
150A
Commissioning
Electrical
Function
Test
1
Check
that
the
switch
is in the state shown in the
wiring
diagram
-
see
figure 2.
2
Insert the key and turn 120°
clockwise.
3
Check that the rotary switch
changes state.
Refit the lid to the base.
4
Ensure the machine is in a
safe state and apply electrical
supplies.
5
Ensure that when the key is
FREE, the machine is isolated.
6
Ensure that when the key is
TRAPPED the supplies are
available to the machine.
-
Service and Inspection
-
Regular weekly inspection of the
-
following is necessary to ensure
-
trouble-free, lasting operation:
1
Correct
switching
function
2
Secure
mounting
of
components
3
Debris
and
wear
4
Loose
cable
terminals.
There are no user serviceable parts
in this unit. If damage or wear is
found the whole unit must be
replaced. Cable glands must be
sealed against ingress of dust and
liquids.
If lubrication/cleaning is
required for CL, CLS, ML and MLS
lock portions, use WD40 .
The
frequency of lubrication/cleaning
depends on the environment.
Lubricate/clean at least once a week
when used in the concrete industry.
Do not use
dry lubricant.
CSA Current
Rating
16A
30A
65A
150A
Disposal
This interlock does not contain any
certified hazardous materials so
should be disposed of as industrial
waste.
Liability coverage is voided
under the following conditions:
1
If these instructions are not
followed.
2
Non-compliance with safety
regulations.
3
Installation and electrical
connection not performed by
authorised personnel
4
Non-implementation of
functional checks.
Environmental Specification
Environment Type
Indoor
Max. Altitude
2000m
Ambient Temperature
-5°C to +40°C
Maximum Relative Humidity
80%@<=31°C
50%@40°C
Transient Overvoltages Installation
Uimp 2500V
Pollution Degree
(IEC 664)
De-
gree 2
Ingress Protection
IP66
The manufacturer reserves the right
to modify the design at any time and
without notice. This guide should be
retained for future reference.
Fortress Interlocks Limited
2 Inverclyde Drive
Wolverhampton, UK, WV4 6FB
Tel: +44 (0) 1902 349000
Fax: +44 (0) 1902 349090
E-mail: sales@fortressinterlocks.com
Web Site: www.fortressinterlocks.com
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