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MAINTENANCE AFTER A FAULT CONDITION
The following covers procedures to return to
service a medium voltage controller which has
been required to interrupt a load side
circuit or ground fault. These procedures are
not intended to cover devices such as wiring
and motors, which may also require attention.
In an installation which has been properly
coordinated and in service prior to a fault, the
opening of the current-limiting power fuses in
the controller indicates a fault condition in
excess of operating overload.
This fault
condition must be corrected and necessary
repairs made to the load circuit before
energizing
the
controller.
The following inspection and repair procedures
should be carried out by qualified personnel.
Hazardous Voltage. Turn
off and lock out Primary
and
Control
Circuit
P o w e r
before
inspection or testing.
ENCLOSURE
Check the condition of the enclosure for any
signs of bowing or deformation.
Check the
condition of the doors and latches for damage.
If substantial damage has occurred to the
enclosure, such as deformation, displacement
of parts or burning, this indicates a problem
within the controller which requires major
reconditioning or complete replacement of the
controller. In this event, contact the nearest
Toshiba
representative.
ISOLATION
SWITCH
The external operating handle must be capable
of opening the switch. If the handle fails to
open the switch or if visual inspection after
opening indicates deterioration beyond normal
wear and tear such as overheating or pitting of
blades, insulation breakage or charring, contact
your
Toshiba
representative.
FUSE CLIPS
Check the condition of the power fuse clips
(Fig. 61) and the insulated housing. Any
deterioration of these components requires
replacement of the damaged parts.
TERMINALS AND INTERNAL CONDUCTORS
Indication of arcing damage or overheating, or
both, such as discoloration and melting of
insulation,
requires
replacement
of
the
damaged
parts.
OVERLOAD
RELAYS
The overload relay must be checked to verify
that it will still trip properly. Follow the test
instructions provided with the overload device
for
verifying
trip
characteristics.
Fig. 61 Examine Fuse Clips
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