Power Circuit Breaker Isolators Instrument Transformers Surges Arrester Control Panel This manual is intended to guide the plant operations personnel of the Bacman Geothermal Business Unit manning and operating its 230 kV switchyard. This discussed the mostly used switchyard configurations, busbar system, outdoor equipment and other apparatus. Aside from the equipment mentioned above, this manual is also a compilation of equipment functions & purpose as well as other important aspects vital in switchyards operation. It is hope that in this small way, this manual can serve as quick reference in the efficient and effective operation of the Bacman Power Plant Andy T. Durog Senior Supervisor, T & D Department Power Plant Operations Leyte Geothermal Business Unit Ormoc City, Leyte Course Outline Switchyard Operations Overview Power Circuit Breaker Isolators Instrument Transformers Surges Arrester Control Panel Fundamentals of Protection System Grounding Equipment and Method Blackout Restoration Overview Sulfur Hexafluoride