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Pow-R-Line CS switchboards
Rollers
Rollers should only be used on solid and flat surfaces, such as a
finished floor, with little or no incline . Only use rollers suitable for
this purpose . Steady the load to prevent tipping .
Storage
Switchboards, which cannot be immediately installed and energized,
should be stored in an indoor dry, clean and heated environment .
Do not store in areas where conditions such as dampness, changes
in temperature, cement dust or a corrosive atmosphere is present .
Should the storage area be prone to moisture condensation, take
precaution by making sure that the switchboard is covered and
install temporary heating equipment . Approximately 250 watts per
vertical section are required for average conditions .
Switchboards should be placed on solid, level surfaces for storage .
Switchboard sections must remain in an upright position at all times .
Laying switchboard sections on their back or side can result in
permanent damage to components and the switchboard structure .
Pre-installation preparation
The permanent location of switchboards must be on a smooth, solid
and level foundation . Alignment is verified in the factory prior to
shipment .
An uneven foundation can cause misalignment of sections, units,
doors and other parts .
If a housekeeping pad is utilized, check factory drawings and verify
handle height rules relative to the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC)
and utility meter heights where applicable .
When embedded anchors or channel sills are used, materials
and attachments must be adequate to support the structure(s) .
Switchboard sections must be aligned and level over the length of
the installation .
From manufacturer's drawings, determine the layout of the electrical
distribution equipment for each location . Verify and confirm that
the available equipment space and equipment location(s) is in
compliance with the minimum working space clearances per the
CEC .
Refer to the manufacturer's switchboard drawings for available
conduit area in each section before installing
the finished grade flooring . (See Figure 7 .) Conduits must be
installed in conduit area shown to ensure compliance with CEC wire
bending space requirements .
Conduit areas may vary in each section of a multi-section switchboard
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lineup . Please refer to plant drawings .
Conduits, floor and/or wall openings, such as busway or other
penetrations, should be located relative to the space shown on the
manufacturer 's drawings .
Refer to the Canadian Electrical Code for installations in damp
locations for additional requirements .
Final preparation of the entire area and around the switchboard
should be thoroughly cleaned of all debris .
Instruction Manual IB015002EN
Installation
Use caution and appropriate equipment and practices when moving
switchboard into its final position .
SWITCHBOARD IS TOP HEAVY. USE CARE IN HANDLING.
Determine the switchboard orientation with the use of
manufacturer's drawings and markings on the switchboard sections .
Switchboards may be shipped either in individual sections or in two
or more sections joined by the manufacturer .
Alignment of multi-section switchboards is designed to be front
and rear aligned or rear (only) aligned . Drawings provided by the
manufacturer and located in the switchboard will show footprint
details . Orientation, as shown on the drawings, must be maintained .
(See Figures 7 and 8 .)
Switchboard Front Top View
Figure 7. Example of front and rear aligned Switchboard
Switchboard Front Top View
Figure 8. Example of rear aligned Switchboard
Sections may contain factory cross bus and/or cable to connect
power between switchboard structures and other components .
Installers should note the location and orientation of all splice plates
and/or cables as reference for installation once sections are joined .
If supplied, remove splice plates and associated hardware, again
noting the orientation for re-installation once switchboard is in place .
If additional hardware is needed to complete these connections,
extra hardware will be provided . For shipping purposes, it will
typically be secured inside one of the structures . Keep bus and
hardware in a clean and protected environment to guard against
damage until re-installation . Protect any factory-installed cables
(wire) used to connect components between sections from damage
when moving switchboard sections into place .
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Effective November 2021
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