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The Quality Name in High Voltage Switching
Safety Information
DANGER
IMPROPER HANDLING, INSTALLATION, OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS EQUIPMENT
MAY CAUSE IMMEDIATE HAZARDS WHICH WILL LIKELY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONNEL
INJURY OR DEATH.
The equipment covered by this publication must be handled, installed, operated and maintained by
qualified persons who have direct knowledge and experience dealing with the hazards involved and are
thoroughly trained in the handling, installation, operation and maintenance of high voltage transmission
and distribution equipment. These instructions are meant for only such
Qualified Persons
. They are
not intended to be a substitute for adequate training and experience in safety procedures for this type of
equipment.
Please ensure that you are using the latest installation and maintenance instructions.
A
Qualified Person
is one who is trained in and has skills necessary:
•
to read and comprehend this instruction book – understanding that these instructions
are general in nature
•
to accept personal responsibility to prepare and maintain an intrinsically safe work
environment and maintain control of the work site to safeguard all persons present
•
to develop and implement a proper rigging, lifting, and installation plan along with all
safety precautions required to insure safe and proper lifting and installation of the
equipment.
•
to distinguish between energized and non-energized parts
•
to determine proper approach distances to energized parts
•
to properly work with and around energized or de-energized equipment that may be
pressurized with gas
•
for proper use of personal protective equipment, insulating and shielding materials,
insulated tools for working near energized and /or pressurized electrical equipment
•
to recognize and take necessary precautions for the unique and dynamic conditions of
site and specialized equipment to maintain a safe work environment during handling,
installation, operation, and maintenance of high voltage switching equipment
The instructions in this manual are general guidelines for this type of equipment and not specific to the
equipment supplied. Portions of it may not be applicable or may not have complete instructions for your
specific equipment. Please ensure that you are using the latest installation and maintenance instructions.
If you do not understand any part of these instructions or need assistance, contact Southern States
Service Division at 770-946-4562 during normal business hours (8:00am – 4:30pm EST, M-F) or 770-
946-4565 after normal business hours.
WARNING
Summary of Contents for EC-1V
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