Introduction; Qualified Persons; Read This Instruction Sheet; Retain This Instruction Sheet - S&C GridMaster Installation Manual

Introduction

Qualified Persons

Read this
Instruction Sheet
Retain this
Instruction Sheet

Proper Application

Operating
Considerations
2 S&C Instruction Sheet 1025-510
Only qualified persons who are knowledgeable in the installation, operation, and
maintenance of overhead and underground electric power transmission equipment
and distribution substation equipment, along with all associated hazards, may install,
operate, and maintain the equipment covered by this publication . A qualified person
is someone who is trained and competent in:
• The skills and techniques necessary to distinguish exposed live parts from nonlive
parts of electrical equipment
• The skills and techniques necessary to determine the proper approach distances
corresponding to the voltages to which the qualified person will be exposed
• The proper use of special precautionary techniques, personal protective equipment,
insulating and shielding materials, and insulated tools for working on or near
exposed energized parts of electrical equipment
These instructions are intended ONLY for such qualified persons . They are not
intended to be a substitute for adequate training and experience in safety procedures
for this type of equipment .
Thoroughly and carefully read this instruction sheet before installing or operating your
GridMaster Microgrid Control System . Familiarize yourself with the Safety Information
and Safety Precautions on pages 4 and 5 . The latest version of this publication is
available online in PDF format at sandc.com/en/support/product-literature/.
This instruction sheet is a permanent part of your GridMaster Microgrid Control System.
Designate a location where you can easily retrieve and refer to this publication.
A GridMaster controller is only intended for use in the GridMaster Microgrid Control
System . Application information for the GridMaster Microgrid Control System is listed
in Specification Bulletin 1025-31 and with the system diagram drawings provided by
S&C Electric Company .
A GridMaster Microgrid Control System enables intelligent electronic devices to be
incorporated into a microgrid. Each GridMaster controller operates as a member of a peer-
to-peer network that ensures electrical demand is met while eliminating single points of
failure. GridMaster controllers are used to monitor and switch new or existing renewable
sources of energy such as wind and solar; critical and non-critical loads (prioritized load
shedding); utility and non-utility sources of generation; and energy storage to allow for
islanding of electrical loads. The GridMaster controller is also capable of recognizing
when devices and equipment are unavailable and can compensate for such contingencies.
The GridMaster controller operates in tandem with the controls of its associated intel-
ligent electronic device (IED). It does not directly provide switching capabilities but does
interface with the IED controls to do so. It is powered through a connection with the IED
and may be supplied with an optional backup battery system. For more information on
the operation of the GridMaster Microgrid Control System, see S&C Instruction Sheet
1025-530, "S&C GridMaster ® Microgrid Control System: Operation."
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