What is the purpose of auxiliary controller in substation?

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The systems of substation auxiliaries ensure operation of substations providing internal consumers of substations with operating direct and alternating currents. Any breakdown (loss) of auxiliary systems causes shutdown of the whole substation, as well as serious problems during its subsequent putting into operation.

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