Temporary Storage; Delivery Responsibilities - ABB UniSec Manual

3.4 Temporary storage

3.4.1 General warnings and cautions
CAUTION
The packing must be kept indoors immedi-
ately after arrival. The conditions must meet
the environmental requirements of the IEC
60721-3-1 Standard, classification 1K3.
CAUTION
The vapour corrosion inhibitors placed in the
units for protection against humidity during
temporary storage and transport must not be
removed until installation is completed.
CAUTION
The duration of the protective effect of the
packing is limited to a few months when
stored indoors in a dry place. ABB should
be consulted in the case of longer storage
periods or if the storage conditions differ
from those indicated.
3.4.2 Optimum storage conditions
Definition: Optimum temporary storage, without negative
consequences, depends on compliance with the minimum
requirements for the units and packing materials.
Minimum air temperature
Maximum air temperature
Minimum relative humidity
Maximum relative humidity
Rate of temperature change
Table 3. Climatic conditions according to IEC 60721-3-1, classifi cation 1K3.
10
°C - 5
°C + 40
% 5
% 95
°C/min 0.5
Type of packing
Special instructions depending on the type of packing are
given below:
1. Units with basic packing or without packing
1) Use a dry, well-ventilated place with climatic conditions in
accordance with Table 3.
2) Store the units upright.
3) Do not stack units.
4) Units with basic packing:
• Open the packing, at least partially.
5) Units without packing:
• Cover with non-adherent protective sheeting.
• Ensure there is sufficient air circulation.
• Regularly check for any condensation until installation is
started.
2. Units with seaworthy or similar packing with internal
protective sheeting
1) Store the transport units:
• protected from the weather,
• in a dry place,
• safe from any damage.
2) Check the packing for any damage.

3.5 Delivery responsibilities

Responsibilities
The responsibilities of the consignee when the switchgear
arrives on site include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Checking the consignment for completeness and lack of
any damage (e.g. for signs of humidity and its detrimental
effects). In case of doubt, the packing must be opened and
then properly resealed.
NOTE
Always take photographs to document any
major damage.
• The packing list includes any separate additional material
(not installed). This material can often be found in the first
unit of the switchgear.
If any quantities are short, or defects or transport damage are
noted, these must be:
• Documented on the respective shipping document.
• Immediately notified to the relevant carrier or forwarding
agent in accordance with the relative liability regulations.