IG-284-EN version 03; 06/05/2020
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General Instructions
cgm
.800: Medium-voltage switchgear with integrated insulation in SF
6
gas
up to 36 kV in accordance with IEC Standard with rated current up to 800 A
Environmental information
9. Environmental information
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This information is given on a label on the equipment itself.
cgm
.800 cubicles are defined as a pressure-sealed system,
according to IEC 62271-1, which contains hexafluoride
(SF
6
).
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SF
6
contained in the
cgm
.800 switchgear systems complies
with the quality requirements of standard IEC 60376.
SF
6
is included in the Kyoto Protocol list of greenhouse
gases. SF
6
has a GWP (Global Warming Potential) of
22,200 units. (TAR, IPCC 2001).
At the end of the product's life, the SF
6
contained in it
must be recovered for processing and recycling, to prevent
it being released into the atmosphere. Extracting and
handling of SF
6
must be carried out by qualified personnel,
using a sealed piercing system.
For the usage and handling of the SF
6
, the indications listed
in IEC 62271-303 must be followed.
Management and treatment of the rest of materials must
be carried out in accordance with the country’s current
legislation.
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