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Installation & Operation
Electric Remote Racking Device for
Powell LV Switchgear w/ Siemens Circuit Breakers
Ch 4 Installation & Operation
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Upon receipt, remove any shipping material
and inspect the electric racking device for
damage that may have occurred during
shipment. Check the equipment received
against the shipping documents to ensure
receipt of the complete shipment.
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The electric racking device weighs 20 lbs.
and the motor control box assembly weighs
5 lbs.. The preferred method for moving the
electric racking device and motor control box
is to place them securely on a hand operated
shop cart. When handling the electric racking
device, personnel should securely grasp the
device by its handle during movement and
installation to avoid possible personal injury or
damage to the electric racking device. Avoid
dropping or hitting the electric racking device
with hard objects.
Protect the motor control box and the racking
device from moisture. Failure to do so may
cause damage to the equipment.
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CAUTION
Do NOT handle or carry the racking device
by the power cords. Damage to the power
connections may cause an electrical short.
The power cords should be inspected for any
signs of damage prior to each use.
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CAUTION
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Shipping and storage of electrical equipment
requires measures to prevent the deterioration
of the apparatus over a long unused period.
The mechanical and dielectric integrity must
be protected. Electrical equipment is designed
for use in a variety of environments. When
the equipment is in transit and storage, these
design considerations are not fully functional.
In general, the following measures must be
considered.
1. Equipment designed for indoor installation
must be stored indoors in a climate
controlled environment to prevent
condensation of moisture. Exposure to rain
and the elements, even for a short period,
can permanently damage the equipment.
Space heaters within the equipment should
be energized, if so equipped. Humidity
controlling desiccant materials should
be utilized when space heaters are not
provided or cannot be energized. The
temperature should be kept above 33°F/1°C
and below 140°F/60°C. The relative
humidity should be kept below 60% or a
dew point of 15°C/59°F. The equipment
should be stored in such a manner as
to leave all doors and panels accessible
for inspection. The equipment must be
inspected on a routine basis to assure
operational integrity.