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Summary & Introduction
Introduction
Southern States type ESD63 ground switch is typically shipped mounted and adjusted on line switch
whenever line switch is assembled with its insulators. Depending upon shipping constraints, sometimes
this will not be the case and some assembly and adjustment will be required.
This switch can be used on either the jaw or hinge end of line switch, or both. On center break switches
they are arranged so that their jaw is attached to either (or both) line switch blades. They can also be
mounted on station post columns, and not attached to line switch.
Operation can be either three-pole, group operated, or single pole, by manual crank, swing handle or motor
drive. And finally, they may be arranged so that the blades open parallel to the base, or perpendicular to it.
The installation procedures for all mounting and operating schemes are very similar. Regardless of the
configuration, they all use a system of pipes, bearings, and adjustable length arms to open and close the
switch from the ground. Interlocks (mechanical and/or electrical) can be added to prevent the line switch
and the grounding switch from being closed at the same time. When these are applied make sure all
accessory items are installed on the vertical pipe as order of operations is important.
It is important to remember that leveling adjustments to these switches are made to the hardware that
supports the grounding switch - not to the hardware that supports the insulator. This is so as not to disturb
the adjustments already made to the line switch, which should be installed and operating satisfactorily first.
It may be necessary to make adjustments not described in this manual. If any question should arise during
installation or adjustment of this equipment, call your local Southern States representative, or the factory.
Southern States After Sales and Service Department is available for field installation assistance along with
providing parts support for all Southern States products.
Contact After Sales and Service at 770-946-4562
7:30am-4:00pm EST Monday-Friday. After Hours: 770-946-4565
Distinctive signal words are used to indicate the degree of hazard that may be encountered by the user.
Identification of the signal words and their definition follow:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
