Safety Considerations
Avtron Load Bank • Part Number K711D36027
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are not disconnected before servicing. Maintenance work must be done only by qualified
personnel.
6.
The Load Bank must be used in a cool, well ventilated area as described in the
INSTALLATION section of this manual. Do not allow exhaust air to recirculate through the
Load Bank. This causes a constant rise in cooling air temperature and may cause the Load
Bank to overheat.
7.
Venting the heated air from the exhaust toward overhead cables, sprinkler systems, or into a
room with insufficient volume or "Make-Up" air is a definite hazard. The Load Banks
should be used in a cool, well ventilated area. This Load Bank is specifically designed for
use within an enclosure.
8.
After running a load test, residual heat may be removed from the Load Bank and
downstream duct work by allowing the fans to operate for a few minutes after load is
removed. This procedure is not required for maintaining Load Bank integrity, but it may
guard operating personnel from possible burn injuries.
9.
The operator should avoid coming in contact with the resistor elements or surrounding
covers during and for some time after operation. These portions of the Load Bank become
quite hot and may result in a serious burn should contact be made with them.
10.
Do not allow objects to enter or block the air intake or exhaust of the Load Bank. A
blockage can cause Load Bank overheating. If an object enters the screens, it will cause
damage to the resistor elements, possibly shorting them and causing shock and/or fire
hazards.
11.
Operators must not operate the Load Bank with the access panels or screens removed. To do
so exposes the operator and other persons to possible personal injury from electrical shock.
12.
Emergency Shutdown Procedure
A.
In an emergency, turn off the MASTER LOAD switch, then the generator. The
MASTER LOAD switch will allow disconnection of all load steps.
B.
The power ON/OFF switch will disconnect all load steps. The Generator Emergency
"OFF" switch should be located near the load system.
13.
An approved electrical fire extinguisher should be on hand at all times.
14.
It is the responsibility of the customer to take diligent care in installing the Load Bank. The
National Electrical Code (NEC), sound local electrical and safety codes, and the
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) should be followed when installing the
equipment to reduce hazards to persons and property.
15.
Read and heed all
WARNING
and
CAUTION
statements in the manual.