DANGER
Series 2000 Circuit-Switchers operate at high voltage. Failure to observe the
precautions below will result in serious personal injury or death.
Some of these precautions may differ from company operating procedures and rules . Where
a discrepancy exists, users should follow their company’s operating procedures and rules .
Safety Precautions
QUALIFIED PERSONS. Access to substation switching
equipment must be restricted only to qualified persons . See
“Qualified Persons” on page 2 .
SAFETY PROCEDURES. Always follow safe operating
procedures and rules .
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT. Always use
suitable protective equipment such as rubber gloves, rubber
mats, hard hats, safety glasses, fall protection, and flash
clothing in accordance with safe operating procedures and
rules .
SAFETY LABELS AND TAGS. Do not remove or obscure
any of the “DANGER,” “WARNING,” “CAUTION,” or
“NOTICE” labels and tags . Remove tags ONLY if instructed
to do so .
ENERGIZED COMPONENTS. Always consider all parts
live until de-energized, tested, and grounded .
CIRCUIT-SWITCHER POSITION. Always confirm the
circuit-switcher
Open/Close position by visually observing
the position of the switch position indicator located on the
high-speed base . Switches may be energized from either
side .
MAINTAINING PROPER CLEARANCE. Always maintain
proper clearance from energized components .
OPERATION. Circuit making and breaking is involved in the
normal operation of this interrupter switch . To operate, follow
the operating procedure as outlined in this instruction sheet
starting on page 26 .
Safety Precautions
S&C Instruction Sheet 716-502
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