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— D I S T R I B U T I O N S O L U T I O N S UniSec Operation and maintenance manual Contents Safety Introduction 1. Technical data 1.1 Electrical specifications 1.2 Internal arc withstand classification 2.
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• ABB is not liable for any site safety risk assessment, • CAUTION - identifies hazards or unsafe practices nor for faulty work done on the switchgear due to which can result in minor personal injuries or an incorrect safety evaluation.
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Please do not hesitate to contact our field service to each country team or your nearest ABB sales office if you have any further questions about this manual. Please always reference the ABB order number when WARNING...
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IEC EN 62271-202 High voltage switchgear and controlgear based. Part 202: Factory-built high voltage/ UniSec is created by installing standard units side by low voltage substations side in a coordinated way. The switchgear is IEC EN 61869-2 Instrument transformers manufactured and tested in the production facility.
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The ambient air must not be excessively polluted by dust, on the relative project and details must be taken smoke, inflammable or corrosive gas, vapours or salt; from the order documents (1) Contact ABB for –25 °C operating temperatures and –40 °C storage temperatures Table 2 Operating conditions...
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NOTE NOTE The data of additional equipment, e.g. relays and circuit-breakers, can be found in the respective UniSec switchgears must be installed in a closed dedicated manuals rooms suitable for electrical equipment. This means that access must be restricted to authorized personnel only.
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“compartment with access and main components controlled by tools”. General aspects When the UniSec units were designed, particular attention was paid to increased operational reliability WARNINGS and enhanced safety of personnel in the event of faults The user must take safety measures when opening due to internal arcs.
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Under standard IEC 62271-200, continuity of service busbar and cable compartments. (LSC) of UniSec switchgears is LSC2A-PM and The shutters are of the metal type (PM) or insulation LSC2B-PM or LSC2B-PI for units with withdrawable type (PI) and are worked automatically during circuit-breaker.
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S Interlock for LSC2A-PM units 2.3 Enclosure and segregation Positions Material The switch-disconnector units and combined The enclosure and internal segregations of the unit are switch-fuse and breaker units have two holes for made of 2 mm thick galvanized steel sheet.
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 2. Design and construction Type I1 HV/LV transformers Prevents earthing switch closing on a transformer protection unit unless the LV circuit-breaker is locked in the “open”...
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S Types of interlocks for LSC2B withdrawable units Standard safety interlocks (mandatory) Type Description Condition Apparatus racking-in/out Apparatus in "open" position Apparatus closing Truck in defined position Apparatus racking-in...
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 3. Switchgear operation • Switch the auxiliary and control voltage on 3.1 General recommendations and •...
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S 3.3 Operating the Switchgear a) Put operating lever into the top hole. The operating mechanism of the earthing switch b) Turn lever clockwise to “closed” position. contacts is only manual, whereas the switch- disconnector can have either a manual or motor operating mechanism.
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 3. Switchgear operation Figure 6 “Closed” position with operating lever Figure 9 “Earthed”...
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S b) Put operating lever into bottom hole. c) Turn lever counter-clockwise to “open” position. Figure 14 “Open” position for SBR functional unit with 2 earthing switches NOTE The GSec disconnector can be installed on either...
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 3. Switchgear operation 3.3.2 Unit with double-spring operating The spring is now loaded.
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S 2. Switch-disconnector opening from “closed” position Figure 24 “Earthed” position Figure 21 “Closed” position a) Push button to the left (red “O”) to set unit to NOTE “open”...
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 3. Switchgear operation 5. DRC unit switching from “open” position to “earthed”...
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S 6. Switching from “earthed” position to “open” position DRC unit a) Close cable compartment door. b) Put operating lever into hole. c) Turn lever counter-clockwise to “open”...
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 3. Switchgear operation 7.2. Switching from “open” position to “earthed” position a) Raise operating lever b) Put operating lever into bottom hole.
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S Fig. 41. “Open” position Fig. 39. “Earthed” position with operating lever in bottom hole. Fig. 42. “Open” position with operating lever Fig.
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 3. Switchgear operation 8. SDD unit switching operations d) Remove key “I”...
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S c) Load springs using button in 10. How to earth a feeder when opposite riser is in low compartment (electrical loading) or lever in service conditions "D"...
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 3. Switchgear operation 11. How to unload the disconnector springs Fig.
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S 3.3.3 How to unload no-load springs 3.3.4 Operating units fitted with key interlocks The units can be fitted with key interlocks. Key interlocks are available separately for both the feeder circuit-breaker and earthing switch.
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 3. Switchgear operation Switching sequence: earthing the unit a) Set the two-position "local"...
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S Switching sequence: earthing of unit Switching sequences: connection of network unit a) Open the circuit-breaker electrically or a) Shut the door of the unit by pushing the mechanically using the button (this releases the handle downward.
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 3. Switchgear operation 3.3.8 Cable testing CAUTION The following tasks must only be carried out by qualified personnel!
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S 3.3.9 Units type WBC and WBS In the racked-in and isolated positions, the WBC and WBS units can be equipped with a VD4/P apparatus remains inside the cubicle with the door and VD4/Sec series vacuum circuit-breaker up to 24 closed.
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 3. Switchgear operation 3.3.9.1 Operations for racking the apparatuses in 3.
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S 3.3.9.2. Racking-out operation 3.3.9.3. Earthing switch operations (Only with circuit-breaker open) Make sure that the key locks (if installed) of the 1.
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 3. Switchgear operation 2. Opening 3.3.9.4.
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S 3.4.2 Operating mechanism compartment cover 3.4 Opening of doors and covers a) Unscrew screws at corners of compartment. b) Remove cover. NOTE The cable compartment door can only be opened when the switch-disconnector is in the “earthed”...
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 3. Switchgear operation 3.4.5 Door of BIG auxiliary circuit compartment 8.
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S 3.4.7 Cable compartment door for SBR units a) Ask the utility company to isolate and secure the connection cable and guarantee that it is in a safe condition.
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 3. Switchgear operation l) Lift the cable compartment door and remove it. 4.
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3.4.10 Cable compartment door for HBC units 3.5 Voltage indicator devices a) Open circuit-breaker. b) Open switch-disconnector. The units of UniSec switchgear can be equipped c) Close earthing switch. with a system of voltage signalling devices d) Lift and open the cable compartment door.
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 3. Switchgear operation 3.5.2 VDS voltage indicators devices 3.5.3.
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S After this, press button -SFO so as to switch to 2. Set selector switch -SFS to LOCAL so that the the intermediate position (Fig.
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 3. Switchgear operation 3.5.4. GSec Undervoltage coil •...
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S 3.6 Pressure monitoring devices 2. Insert the operating lever and turn it clockwise to earth (Fig. 97 - Fig. 98) A device for monitoring the gas in the switch- disconnector can be installed on the front of the panel.
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• Size 5, 6 and 8 hex screw wrenches The maintenance intervals and measures to be taken • Vacuum cleaner given in table 13 are recommended for UniSec • Cleansing wipes switchgear under normal service conditions. Three • Slightly alkaline detergent...
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S 4.2 Maintenance intervals Other important documentation The operation of all protection relays must be You are advised to perform maintenance operations checked in accordance with the manufacturer’s at the following intervals: instructions.
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 4. Support and maintenance 4.3 Inspection General issues NOTE Where necessary, the working area must be isolated...
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It is advisable to ask the ABB after-sales service 4.6 Replacement and assembly of department for advice regarding permanent solutions to this uncommon type of problem apparatuses 4.6.1 Replacement of tripped fuses...
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 4. Support and maintenance Fuse removal Fuse installation a) Start from phase L1 (near the door).
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S NOTE Use the same screws for re-assembly 2. Remove front cover of the circuit-breaker. Fig. 107. Fuses installed (front) Fig. 109. Front cover e) Close the door.
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 4. Support and maintenance 5. Remove the door. 7.
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S b) Unscrew the top screws of the circuit-breaker and Installation of a new circuit-breaker remove the part involved (only circuit-breaker HD4/R-Sec).
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 4. Support and maintenance 3. Tighten the two screws in the bottom part of the 5.
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S 6. Fit caps in place (only circuit-breaker HD4/sec.) 8. Install central part. a) Screw the four screws into the front of the unit. b) Screw the two screws inside the unit.
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 4. Support and maintenance 10. Install internal cover plate. 4.6.2.1 Mounting the circuit-breaker for the SBR functional unit a) Tighten the three screws.
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S f) Lift and remove the circuit-breaker cover. Fig. 138. Circuit-breaker braking device i) Remove the screws of the busbar of the circuit- breaker.
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 4. Support and maintenance j) Remove the screws at the top of the circuit- m) Withdraw the circuit-breaker.
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S a) Insert the new circuit-breaker; a track and a centering pin are available for this operation. Fig. 149. Circuit-breaker braking device c) Install the 2 plates on the bottom left-hand side of the circuit-breaker and screw them in place in the relative fastening point.
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 4. Support and maintenance e) Insert the locking element of the circuit-breaker h) Tighten the screws at the top of the circuit- cover and screw it in place.
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S 4. Disconnect secondary wiring of circuit-breaker. 5. Fit operating lever into dedicated operating seat. Fig. 157. Fig. 160. 2. Remove front cover from unit. 3.
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 4. Support and maintenance 7. Remove operating lever. 3.
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S Plug (79,5) (7,5) Contact Fig. 169. 4.6.3 mounting the voltage indicator CB Support Installation of voltage signalling device 1. Cover a) Unscrew.
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 4. Support and maintenance b) Unscrew the screws. b) Unscrew and remove the voltage indicating module.
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S Top connection of VPIS signal cable 2. Only the two top screws need to be unscrewed if the circuit-breaker has been racked-out (in test position).
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 4. Support and maintenance 6. Insert a 2-mm diameter steel pin into the hole and 3.
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S 5. Withdraw the circuit-breaker from the unit, 7. Work through the previous operations in reverse making sure that it has latched into the slots in order to insert the new circuit-breaker.
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 4. Support and maintenance c) Insert a screwdriver into the lever hole 4.6.6.
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S 2. Re-installation the release door back in place after c) Remove cover on left-hand side emergency mechanical opening of the contactor •...
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 4. Support and maintenance e) Install the left side cover g) Install door on right-hand side •...
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S c) Remove cover on left-hand side e) Change fuses (see section 4.6.1) • Lift cover f) Fit the two insulating screens between the •...
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 4. Support and maintenance • Make sure that the screws that support the h) Install cover lock screens rest on the plastic supports of the •...
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S 4. Removal of contactor d) Remove the central riser to create more space in which to work: a) Remove door on right-hand side: •...
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 4. Support and maintenance g) Remove fuses (see section 4.6.1). h) Remove the 3 connection screws with CT/ insulators Version without fuses...
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S j) Slide the contactor up to the door and lift it so that it passes over the base of the door itself CAUTION Only for version without fuses •...
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 4. Support and maintenance 5. Installation of a new contactor c) Tighten the 2 central screws of the base and the side one.
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S Components Pcs. Tightening torque (Nm) Crown- head Hexagonal CAUTION socket screw M12, spring washer M12 Only for version without fuses •...
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 4. Support and maintenance f) Install fuses (see section 4.6.1). h) Make sure that the screws that support the g) Fit the two insulating screens between the screens rest on the plastic supports of the...
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S j) Install cover of left-hand side l) Install door of right-hand side • Insert cover • Hook-on the door. • Lower cover •...
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — 5. Troubleshooting Problem Action to be taken All unit types Switch-disconnector cannot be closed Check that switch-disconnector is in “open”...
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6. Recycling 6.1 General issues is a fluorinated greenhouse gas covered by the The instructions for recycling the UniSec product Kyoto Protocol, thus special care must be taken not are given below. Recycling includes the materials to cause emissions of SF .
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — A. Tightening torques for steel screws and nuts/bolts —...
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S — Screws mounted on CT, TPU model Type of joint Tightening torque (Nm) -10% to +10% Type of joint Tightening torque (Nm) -10% to +10% —...
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — A. Tightening torques for steel screws and nuts/bolts —...
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S — Assembly screws for insulators Type of joint Tightening torque (Nm) -10% to +5% Type of joint Tightening torque (Nm) -10% to +5% —...
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — A. Tightening torques for steel screws and nuts/bolts —...
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S — Notes...
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U N I S E C O P E R AT I O N A N D M A I N T E N A N C E M A N U A L — Notes...
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D I S T R I B U T I O N S O LU T I O N S — Notes...
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