Receiving, Handling And Storage; Introduction; Receiving Procedure; Shipping Damage Claims - Siemens SGIM-3268H Manual

Introduction

Type GMI Vacuum Interrupter Circuit Breakers are normally
installed in assembled metal-clad switchgear, and the
Switchgear Instruction Manual (SGIM-3258) contains the
Receiving, Handling and Storage instructions for assembled
metal-clad switchgear.
This manual covers the Receiving, Handling and Storage
instructions for Type GMI circuit breakers shipped separately
from the switchgear. This section of the manual is intended
to help the user identify, inspect and protect the circuit
breaker prior to its installation.

Receiving Procedure

Make a physical inspection of the shipping container before
removing or unpacking the circuit breaker. Check for
shipment damage or indications of rough handling by the
carrier. Check each item against the manifest to identify any
shortages.
Accessories, such as the manual charging lever, the racking
crank and the plug jumper, are shipped separately.
Shipping Damage Claims (When Applicable) - Follow
normal shipment damage procedures, which should
include:
1. Check for visible damage upon arrival.
2. Visible damage must be noted on delivery receipt,
and acknowledged with driver's signature. Notation,
"Possible internal damage, subject to inspection"
must be on delivery receipt.
3. Notify Siemens Sales office immediately of any
shipment damage.
4. Arrange for carrier's inspection. Do not move the
unit from its unloading point.

Handling Procedure

1. Carefully remove the shipping carton from the circuit
breaker. Keep the shipping pallet for later use if the
circuit breaker is to be stored prior to its installation.
2. Inspect for concealed damage. Notification to carrier
must take place within 15 days to assure prompt
resolution of claims.
3. Each circuit breaker should be appropriately lifted to
avoid crushing the side panels of the circuit breaker,
or damaging the primary disconnect subassemblies.
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Receiving, Handling and Storage

Heavy Weight:
Can cause death, serious injury, or
property damage.
Never transport a circuit breaker on a lift
truck or other lifting device with the circuit
breaker in the raised position.
Type GMI circuit breakers weigh between 385 to 575
pounds (175 to 261 kg). See Table A-4, Technical Data in
Appendix.
4. The palleted circuit breaker can also be moved
using a properly rated fork-lift vehicle. The pallets are
designed for movement by a standard fork-lift vehicle.

Storage Procedure

1. Whenever possible, install circuit breakers in their
assigned switchgear enclosures for storage. Follow
instructions contained in the Switchgear Instruction
Manual.
2. When the circuit breaker will be placed on its pallet
for storage, be sure the unit is securely bolted to the
pallet and covered with polyethylene film at least 10
mils thick.
Indoor Storage - Whenever possible, store the circuit
breaker indoors. The storage environment must be clean,
dry and free of such items as construction dust, corrosive
atmosphere, mechanical abuse and rapid temperature vari-
ations.
Outdoor Storage - Outdoor storage is not recommended.
When no other option is available, the circuit breaker must
be completely covered and protected from rain, snow, dirt
and all other contaminants.
Space Heating - Space heating must be used for both
indoor and outdoor storage to prevent condensation and
corrosion. When stored outdoors, between 150 and 200
watts per circuit breaker of space heating is recommended.
If the circuit breakers are stored inside the switchgear
enclosures, and the switchgear is equipped with space
heaters, energize the space heaters.
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