Receiving, Handling And Storage; Receiving; Handling; Storage - Eaton W-VACi User Manual

3 Receiving, handling and

storage

3.1

Receiving

Until the circuit breaker is ready to be delivered to the
installation site, DO NOT remove container. When the
circuit breaker is placed in storage, maximum
protection can be obtained only when the circuit
breaker is placed in storage and is in its original
packaging.
Inspect the container for any signs of damage or rough
handling upon receipt. Open the container carefully to
avoid any damage to the contents.
Be careful that any loose items or hardware are not
discarded with the packing material. When opening the
container, check the content of each package against
the packing list.
Examine the circuit breaker for any sign of shipping
damage such as broken, missing or loose hardware,
and damaged or deformed insulation. File claims
immediately with the carrier if damage or loss is
detected and notify the appropriate Eaton
representative.
3.2

Handling

Do not use a lifting device as a platform for
performing inspection or repair on the circuit
breaker, nor for operating the contacts or
charging the springs. The breaker may fall,
causing severe personal injury. Always use a
suitable workbench capable of supporting the
breaker.
The circuit breaker shipping containers are designed to
be handled either by use of a rope sling and overhead
lifting device or by a fork truck. If containers must be
moved, it is preferable to use one of the above
methods, roller conveyors, or individual pipe rollers.
After inspecting for potential shipping damage, the
breaker should be returned to its original shipping
container until it is ready to be installed.
When a circuit breaker is ready for installation, a
removable lifting bar in conjunction with an overhead
lifter or portable floor lifter can be used to move the
breaker. If the circuit breaker is to be lifted, the lifting
bar must be positioned over the circuit breaker and the
bar must be inserted into the circuit breaker side
openings with the lifting hole toward the interrupters.
Once the lifting bar is securely seated in the lifting
holes, the circuit breaker can be carefully lifted and
moved.
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3.3 Storage
If the circuit breaker is placed in storage, it must be
kept in the original packaging for maximum protection.
The circuit breaker is shipped with its contacts open
and closing springs discharged. The indicator on the
front panel should confirm this. Refer to Section 4 for
detailed information on both manual and electrical
operation of the circuit breaker.
Outdoor storage is NOT recommended. However, if
unavoidable, the outdoor location must be well drained
and a temporary shelter from sun, rain, snow, corrosive
fumes, dust, dirt, falling objects and excessive moisture
must be provided. Containers should be arranged to
permit free circulation of air on all sides and temporary
heaters should be used to minimize condensation.
Moisture can cause rusting of metal parts and
deterioration of high voltage insulation. A heat level of
approximately 400 watts for each 3 cubic meters of
volume is recommended with the heaters distributed
uniformly throughout the structure near the floor.
Indoor storage should be in a building with sufficient
heat and circulation to prevent condensation. If the
building is not heated, the same rules for outdoor
storage should be applied.