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Introduction
Powerbar Ltd supply all busbar sections
tested in accordance with type test
requirements as detailed in IEC61439-6
or UL857 and are subject to a full Quality
Check before packaging.
In order to ensure that the Busbar remains
in this condition during transport,
unpacking and installation on site, it is
important to study this document.
If the guidelines outlined within this
document are not adhered to, this could
give rise to the damage of the product,
electrical failure of the Busbar, personal
injury, or even death.
Manual Lifting
In accordance with Manual Lifting
Regulations the guidelines below are
provided to reduce risk of injury to
personnel and damage to equipment
during transport and installation of
busbar section.
PPE (Personal Protection Equipment)
should be worn at all times in accordance
with Health and Safety Regulations and
specifi c site requirements. When lifting
Busbar sections, care must be taken to lift
each section along its center and not by
the end sections or conductors.
Mechanical Lifting
Some sections of Busbar may require
mechanical lifting due to their weight.
Options for mechanical lifting includes
Genie® Lift™, forklift, scissor lift, platform
lift and block and tackle. A full assessment
of the risks should be carried out by the
installer before commencing work.
The Busbar must be safely secured to the
lifting apparatus before lifting.
Always check that the load does not
exceed the safe working load of the lifting
apparatus. Ensure that equipment is used
as per manufacturer’s guidelines.
Storage
The Busbar will be delivered to the
customer neatly stacked on a wooden
pallet for ease of removal. The maximum
weight of the pallet will not exceed
2500kg / 5500lbs.
The Busbar is protected from minor water
ingress by means of an overall outer
polythene wrap which should be left in
position until the bar is mounted.
If the Busbar is not to be installed
immediately upon delivery it should be
stored in a heated, clean, dry area. Busbar
should never be stored outdoors.
This Installation Manual is designed to assist in the Safe Handling and Installation of
the iMPB system. These instructions are in addition to normal safe working practices
as required by the local health and safety regulations. These instructions do not in
any way advocate a departure from these requirements.
THIS EQUIPMENT
OPERATES AT
MAX 600V PHASE
Ensure COMPLETE electrical
isolation, verifi cation and lock off
of supply device in accordance
with isolation procedures for
the particular installation prior
to carrying out installation
of the busbar , inspection, or
maintenance.
Only Powerbar approved
installation personnel may carry
out installation of this product.
If training is required contact
Powerbar using the details at
the back of the brochure and
specify the nature of the training
requirements. Training can
be provided on site or at our
manufacturing facility.
Handling
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