8 MNS-SG Operation and Maintenance | Manual
1.4.
MNS-SG standard configuration
1.4.1.
Structure description
The switchgear assembly consists of one or more metal-
enclosed vertical sections. Each vertical section is divided
into several areas: The instrumentation/ device
compartment in the front of the section, the bus
compartment in the middle and the cable compartment for
the end terminal connections at the back.
A continuous horizontal ground bus, running from the
front to the back of the section, is located at the bottom of
all sections.
End sections are designed to allow for the addition of
future sections.
The switchgear may accept power cable entry from the
top, bottom or both. Bus duct or closed-couple
connections are also an option.
The base channel is an optional feature to use to install the
SG in its final location. It will raise the units by 1.5 inches. It
is an alternate method to weld the base channel to a metal
structure.
The channel shall get the equipment off the ground so the
doors can open properly without hitting the floor.
When the base channel option is selected there are rodent
barriers attached to the side of the SG. All openings in the
enclosure are limited by the IP20 rating; this will be enough
protection to prevent vermin, rodents and snakes from
entering the switchgear from the top, bottom and sides of
the equipment.
Lifting angles are provided to allow lifting by crane.
1.5.
Labels and markings
The switchgear is provided with several nameplates and labels
that d
isplay data related to the equipment’s electrical ratings
and the specific application or installation.
1.5.1.
Switchgear lineup label
Sections are organized side-by-side in a lineup that has a
metallic master label. This master nameplate is attached to
Section 1.
1.5.2.
Cubicle/device label
Each cubicle and device has a label located on a visible area,
which displays the approval agency marking.
1.6.
Mechanical design
1.6.1.
Section arrangement
Vertical sections are composed of the following three main
compartments:
Device compartment: Composed of up to four vertical
locations that house the installed devices, which are the main
functional elements of the switchgear.
Rear doors or rear covers /
Cable compartment
Cable supports
Instrument Auxiliary /
Empty compartment
Top horizontal
Wireway door
Lifting angles
Chimney
Breaker
compartment
Top covers
Main horizontal bus system
Bottom plates
Base channels
Lateral segregation barrier /
Compartment barrier
Bottom horizontal
Wireway door