Can an AMS switch be installed onto an existing breaker?
Issue:
Can the AMS be put on an breaker already installed?
Product Line:
Circuit Breakers
Resolution:
The AMS switch is designed to be factory installed in switchboard and switchgear. It can be installed in the field, but it requires a breaker with an A, P, or H trip unit and purchase of the following:
Schneider Services can advise on the feasibility of adding AMS for a particular installation.
Contact your local Schneider/Square D Services or Sales Office for more information.
Can the AMS be put on an breaker already installed?
Product Line:
Circuit Breakers
Resolution:
The AMS switch is designed to be factory installed in switchboard and switchgear. It can be installed in the field, but it requires a breaker with an A, P, or H trip unit and purchase of the following:
- Restraint Interface Module (RIM), catalog number S48890 (120 Vac/24 Vdc) or S48895 (240 Vac/24 Vdc).
- Kit 84957: label and components for required switches; includes the following
- Instruction Bulletin NHA40218
- AMS nameplate (80298-173-01)
- AMS danger label (NHA41456)
- C&KJ AMS push button (KM3301RR05Q) (button used for testing)
- Switch with blue indicator light (9001K11J38LLL)
- Switch contact block (9001KA3)
- Padlock attachment (9001K7)
- Remote Pilot Light (the bulletin shows 9001KP1L9 or 9001KP35L9, but others can be used)
Schneider Services can advise on the feasibility of adding AMS for a particular installation.
Contact your local Schneider/Square D Services or Sales Office for more information.
Released for: Schneider Electric Canada








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