General Overview; Normal Service Conditions - ABB SafeGear Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

4. General overview

The SafeGear Controller is a magnetically actuated and latched controller
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capable of a very high number of operations due to its robust design.
Controller's ratings are 400 A and 720 A and NEMA Class E2. It conforms
to latest international standards such as UL 347, ICS3 part 2.
Controller Features
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Fuse status indicator
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Position indicator
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Operation counter
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Controller status
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Local trip on the front side
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Blown Fuse Mechanism
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Extraction truck

5. Normal Service Conditions

Minimum ambient temperature
Maximum ambient temperature
Maximum 24 hours ambient relative humidity
Normal operational altitude above sea level
Table 2
If the contactor is to be used in conditions other than those specified above, please consult the factory.
Controller
Maximum Weight approximate - lbs (kg)
Table 3
The table shows approximated values for controller weight with 500VA CPT.
Storage
Place the equipment on the shipping base. Store all equipment indoors in a well-ventilated area. The location where the contactor is to be installed should be free
from dust, corrosive gas and moisture. When it is to be used in a chemical plant or in outdoor applications, take necessary precautions against corrosion, water
seepage and condensation.
The storage building should have a well-drained paved floor. The temperature should be between 23°F (-5°C) and 104°F (40°C). The air should be dry (50%
maximum humidity).
Normal operation conditions
Normal non-corrosive and non-contaminated atmosphere
Controller Weight Approximate
400 A
375 (170)
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Fig. 1 SafeGear ® MCC Controller
-5°C
40°C
85% Non-condensing
1000m
720 A
750 (240)