1. SF6 Live tank circuit breakers
Erik Backström, High Voltage Circuit Breakers
SF6 Live tank circuit breakers
Preventive maintenance kit(PM kit)

2. Preventive Maintenance kit
Customer value proposition
Value proposition for customer, Preventive maintenance kit
Contains all parts, kits and instructions necessary for Preventive
maintenance which:
Reduces risk for future failure by following factory recommendations.
Ensures circuit breaker lifespan.
Reduces outage time for maintenance works.
Reduced troubleshooting time on site.
Ensures only one outage.
You have all covered all eventualities.
Enables easy handling and planning of stock and project parts procurement, as well as inventory management.
By following factory recommended kits and assembly instructions the
the required competence level is reduced.

3. Preventive Maintenance kit
FAQ ?
Frequently asked questions by customer
What is included in the PM kit?
The PM kit includes several smaller kits called sub-kits. Each sub-kit is
designated for specific parts of the pole or operating mechanism on
the breaker.
Each sub-kit contains recommended parts to exchange during a
preventive maintenance.
Does the kit come with maintenance instructions?
Every sub-kit has its own maintenance instruction included in the box.
How does the kit get restocked again after use?
Option 1. It is possible to find the part number of each sub-kit inside
The PM kit. The customer can use the order template included in the
PM kit (preprinted article numbers) and send it to ABB.
Option 2. Each PM-kit box has its own serial number, and the
customer can contract ABB to maintain and restock the box regularly.
It is required that the customer signs an agreement for that service.
Is it possible to buy individual parts of the sub-kits?
Yes provided that a reference to the kit box serial number is provided
with the request for quote, however it is important to understand that
the sub-kits are designed to meet specific requirements for
maintenance quality and the entire sub- kit should be used during a

4. Preventive Maintenance kit
FAQ ?
Frequently asked questions by customer
When is the PM kit used on the circuit breaker?
It should be used when the breaker has reached the middle of its
lifespan. Please see separate presentation about circuit breaker
lifespan for more information. Click here>>>>>
What competence level is required to perform the work involved?
Competence level B for the designated breaker type the kit is made
for. Please see separate presentation for training concept.
Click here>>>>
Are there trainings available on how to perform preventive
maintenance?
Yes each breaker type has separate trainings available for the different
competence levels required during the breaker lifespan. Please see
separate presentation for training concept. Click here>>>>