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Section 5 Scheduled Maintenance
5.3
Inspection and Service
Contact an authorized distributor/dealer to inspect and
service the transfer switch annually and also when any
wear, damage, deterioration, or malfunction of the
transfer switch or its components is evident or
suspected.
5.3.1
General Inspection
External Inspection.
Keep the transfer switch clean
and in good condition by performing a weekly general
external inspection of the transfer switch for any
condition of vibration, leakage, excessive temperature,
contamination,
or
deterioration.
Remove
accumulations of dirt, dust, and other contaminants
from the transfer switch’s external components or
enclosure with a vacuum cleaner or by wiping with a dry
cloth or brush.
Note:
Do not use compressed air to clean the transfer
switch because it can cause debris to lodge in the
components and damage the switch.
Tighten loose external hardware. Replace any worn,
missing, or broken external components with
manufacturer-recommended
replacement
parts.
Contact a local authorized distributor/dealer for specific
part information and ordering.
Internal Inspection.
Disconnect all power sources,
open the transfer switch enclosure door, and inspect
internal components monthly or when any condition
noticed during an external inspection may have affected
internal components.
Contact an authorized distributor/dealer to inspect and
service the transfer switch if any of the following
conditions are found inside the transfer switch.
D
Accumulations of dirt, dust, moisture, or other
contaminants
D
Signs of corrosion
D
Worn, missing, or broken components
D
Loose hardware
D
Wire or cable insulation deterioration, cuts, or
abrasion
D
Signs of overheating or loose connections:
discoloration of metal, melted plastic, or a burning
odor
D
Other evidence of wear, damage, deterioration, or
malfunction of the transfer switch or its components.
If the application does not allow a power interruption for
the time required for the internal inspection, have an
authorized distributor/dealer perform the internal
inspection.
5.3.2
SPD Inspection
On transfer switches equipped with optional surge
protective devices (SPDs), check the following items
every two months:
D
SPD status indicators
D
Condition of SPD connecting leads
5.3.3
Other Inspections and Service
Have
an
authorized
distributor/dealer
perform
scheduled
maintenance,
service,
and
other
maintenance that ensures the safe and reliable
operation of the transfer switch. See Section 5.4,
Service Schedule, for the recommended maintenance
items and service intervals.
Have an authorized distributor/dealer repair or replace
damaged
or
worn
internal
components
with
manufacturer-recommended replacement parts.
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