Delivery; Intermediate Storage; Installation - ABB VD4 Instruction Manual

4.4

Delivery

The duties of the consignee on receipt of
the switching devices at site include the following:
Checking the delivery for completeness
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and freedom from damage (e.g. moisture
and itsadverse effects).
Any short quantities, defects or damage
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intransit:
- Must be precisely documented on
the consignment note.
- The shipper/carrier is to be notified
immediately in accordance with the
l i a b i l i t y p r o v i s i o n s .
Note:
Always take photographs to document any major
damage.
4.5

Intermediate storage

Intermediate storage of the circuit-breaker unit
in the switch position OFF and the stored-
energy spring mechanisms discharged (Indicator
DISCHARGED:
Conditions for optimum intermediate storage:
1. Devices with basic packaging or unpacked:
A dry and well ventilated storeroom
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with climate in accordance with GB/T 11022,
IEC 60694, DIN VDE 0670.
Room temperature which does not fall below
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-15˚C.
Do not remove or damage the packaging.
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Unpackaged devices:
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- Are to be loosely covered with
protective sheeting.
- Sufficient air circulation must be
maintained.
Check regularly for any condensation.
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2. Devices with seaworthy or similar packaging
with internal protective sheeting:
Store the transport units:
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- protected from the weather,
- dry,
- safe from damage.
Check the packaging for damage.
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Check the drying agent
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- on arrival of the consignment,
- subsequently at appropriate intervals.
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Installation

(Figures 3/4, 4/1 and 4/2)
Perfect operation of the circuit-breaker depends
on careful and professional handling of
the withdrawable part.
Allocate each unit to the appropriate switchgear
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panel in accordance with the switchgear plan
and the rated electrical data.
Remove the transport profile 148 and transport
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brackets 147.
Insert the withdrawable part in the switchgear
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panel checking for unimpeded motion and
function sequences, including the closing
of primary contacts when the service position
is reached.
Remove any dirt.
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When the switchgears are operated in areas
with high humidity and/or major rapid
temperature fluctuations, there is a risk of dew
deposits which must remain an exception in
normal operating conditions Provisions should
be taken according to section 1.3.2 (special
operating conditions).
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