ABB ACS1000i air-cooled, User Manual

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05 TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE AND DISPOSAL
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5.5 Storage
5.5.1 Storage conditions
The minimum requirements for storage are based on "IEC 60721-3-1 Classification of
environmental conditions: Classification of groups of environmental parameters and their
severities; Storage" [23].
Conditions: 1K22 / 1B1 / 1C2 / 1S11 / 1M11
5.5.1.1 Storage time
The drive can be stored for up to one year in the original packaging as long as it is not damaged
or opened.
5.5.2 Storing the drive
If the drive is taken out of service for a longer time proceed as follows:
1. Remove the batteries (if applicable).
2. Cover all cable inlets and ventilation slots with an impermeable plastic or aluminum foil and
a wooden panel.
3. Add a desiccant of the appropriate quality:
- 1 unit desiccant (30 g) absorbs 6 g water vapor.
Note:
The following quantity is needed when using a polyethylene foil:
- 10 units/m
2
foil
4. Close and lock the doors of the cabinet.
5. Use polyethylene or equivalent for packaging:
- 0,3 g/m
2
/24h water vapor diffusion
6. Attach humidity indicators to the packaging.
The storage conditions and the packaging should be checked regularly. Any damages that
occur during the storage period should be repaired immediately.
For information on longer storage periods, contact the ABB service organization.