I.B. 70A2580H02
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Effective November 2012
SECTION 3: RECEIVING, HANDLING AND
STORAGE
3-1 GENERAL
Type VCP-Wind
Vacuum Circuit Breakers are
subjected to complete factory production tests in
accordance with ANSI C37.09 and inspection before
being packed. They are shipped in packages designed
to provide maximum protection to the equipment during
shipment and storage and at the same time to provide
convenient handling. Tools and accessories, such as
the maintenance tool, are shipped separately.
3-2
RECEIVING
If the circuit breaker is not to be used immediately but is
to be placed in storage, maximum protection can be
obtained by keeping it packed as shipped.
Upon receipt of the equipment, inspect the containers
for any signs of damage or rough handling. Open the
containers carefully to avoid any damage to the con-
tents. Use a nail puller rather than a crow bar when
required. When opening the containers, be careful to
save any loose items or hardware that may be other-
wise discarded with the packing material. Check the
contents of each package against the packing list.
Examine the circuit breaker for any signs of shipping
damage such as broken, missing or loose hardware,
damaged or deformed insulation and other components.
File claims immediately with the carrier if damage or loss
is detected and notify the nearest Eaton Office.
NOTICE
The VCP-Wind 38kV shipping container and pallet
were specifically designed to facilitate removal of
the circuit breaker from its pallet and container.
Before proceeding, installation personnel should be
familiar with the procedures outlined in Paragraph 3-
3 entitled “Handling.”
3-3 HANDLING
WARNING
DO NOT USE ANY LIFTING DEVICE AS A PLAT-
FORM FOR PERFORMING MAINTENANCE, REPAIR
OR ADJUSTMENT OF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER OR
FOR OPENING, CLOSING THE CONTACTS OR
CHARGING THE SPRINGS. THE CIRCUIT BREAKER
MAY SLIP OR FALL CAUSING SEVERE PERSONAL
INJURY. ALWAYS PERFORM MAINTENANCE,
REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENTS ON A SOLID WORK
SURFACE CAPABLE OF SUPPORTING THE
CIRCUIT BREAKER.
WARNING
AFTER REMOVING THE BRACKETS USED TO
HOLD THE CIRCUIT BREAKER SECURELY TO
THE SHIPPING SKID AND ALL DURING THE
PROCESS OF MOVING THE CIRCUIT BREAKER
OFF OF THE SHIPPING SKID, TAKE SPECIAL
PRECAUTIONS TO INSURE THAT THE CIRCUIT
BREAKER IS MOVED SLOWLY AND UNDER
CONTROL TO AVOID ANY ACCIDENTS. THE
CIRCUIT BREAKER IS A LARGE DEVICE WHICH
COULD CAUSE SERIOUS BODILY INJURY IF IT IS
TIPPED OVER OR PERMITTED TO MOVE IN AN
UNCONTROLLED MANNER.
CAUTION
DO NOT PULL ON OR USE THE MAIN (PRIMARY)
CONDUCTORS AND OR THE PRIMARY
DISCONNECTS TO MANEUVER THE CIRCUIT
BREAKER IN ANY FASHION. FAILURE TO
COMPLY WITH THIS CAUTION COULD RESULT
IN SIGNIFICANT EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
WARNING
THE SUPPLIED LIFTING BAR MUST BE REMOVED
BEFORE THE CIRCUIT BREAKER IS INSTALLED
INTO ANY STRUCTURE OR PERFORMING ANY
HIGH VOLTAGE TESTING. FIGURE 3-1