Safety Instructions; General Instructions - Eaton Power Xpert UX 12 User Manual

Further information regarding chapters 3 to 7 is given
below.
Chapter 3 – Setting up the system
This chapter contains instructions on transport, assembly
and busbar coupling. It also describes what is required
for the operating area and gives an overview of
connection possibilities.
Chapter 4 - System operation
This chapter is aimed at the operator, who is expected to
operate and monitor the system independently. For that
reason, these activities are described in detail.
Chapter 5 - System commissioning and
decommissioning
Chapter 5.1 sets out the actions required before the
system can be commissioned. These actions should be
carried out in conjunction with Eaton.
Chapter 5.2 deals with decommissioning the system. It
also includes recommendations for the safe disposal of
the system or parts of the system.
Chapter 6 – System inspection, maintenance and
repair
This chapter describes only those operations that may be
carried out by the user.
Operations not included in the manual must be
carried out by or under the supervision of Eaton.
Chapter 7 - Accessories
This chapter contains a list of accessories that can be
supplied
Chapter 8 - Glossary
This chapter contains clarifications of specific terms used
in the manual but not explained further.
Chapter 9 – Appendix
This chapter shows the structure of all the documentation
supplied with the system.
NOTE
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1.3

Safety instructions

Read this user manual carefully before commissioning
the switchgear. Make sure that you have read and
understood all safety warnings and instructions.
1.3.1

General instructions

Eaton has done its utmost to inform user as accurately
and as fully as possible concerning any dangers involved
in using the system. Users are responsible for
supervising implementation of the instructions contained
in this manual.
Personnel
The user must make sure that personnel are qualified to
carry out the task.
Safety of bystanders
Access to the equipment is to be limited to those directly
involved in operating or maintaining it.
Other persons must not remain in the vicinity of the
equipment.
During switching operations, no personnel must be
behind or above the installation.
Safety plan
It may be necessary to draw up a safety plan.
Comprehensive advice on this should be obtained from
the relevant authorities (fire brigade, local authorities,
occupational health & safety, company safety
department, first aid service etc.).
Safety standards
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Power Xpert UX switchgear complies with the following
standards:
● IEC 62271-200: AC metal-enclosed switchgear
and controlgear for rated voltages
above 1 kV and up to and
including 52 kV;
● IEC 60529: Degrees of protection provided
by enclosures (IP code);
● IEC 62271-1: General conditions for high
voltage switchgear and control
gear standards.
Introduction
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