The ABB MS165‑65 Manual Motor Starter is a three‑pole motor protection circuit breaker / manual starter designed for reliable manual control and protection of electric motors and power circuits. It combines manual ON/OFF switching with thermal and magnetic protection against overloads, short circuits, and phase loss. The starter features a rotary handle with clear ON/ TRIP/ OFF indication, built‑in disconnect capability, temperature compensation, and a trip‑free mechanism. It is suitable for both three‑phase and single‑phase applications and accommodates a range of accessories such as auxiliary contacts, signalling contacts, undervoltage releases, and shunt trips for expanded control functionality.