The instructions in this manual are not intended as
a substitute for proper training or adequate experi-
ence in the safe operation of the equipment described.
Only competent technicians, who are familiar with this
equipment should install, operate, and service it.
A competent technician has these qualifications:
•
Is thoroughly familiar with these instructions.
• Is trained in industry-accepted high- and low-voltage
safe operating practices and procedures.
• Is trained and authorized to energize, de-energize,
clear, and ground power distribution equipment.
• Is trained in the care and use of protective
equipment such as flash clothing, safety glasses, face
shield, hard hat, rubber gloves, hotstick, etc.
Following is important safety information. For safe
installation and operation of this equipment, be sure to read
and understand all cautions and warnings.
Safety Instructions
Following are general caution and warning statements that
apply to this equipment. Additional statements, related to
specific tasks and procedures, are located throughout the
manual.
SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY FOR LIFE
Cooper Power Systems products meet or exceed all applicable industry standards relating to product safety. We actively
promote safe practices in the use and maintenance of our products through our service literature, instructional training
programs, and the continuous efforts of all Cooper Power Systems employees involved in product design, manufacture,
marketing, and service.
We strongly urge that you always follow all locally approved safety procedures and safety instructions when working around
high voltage lines and equipment and support our “Safety For Life” mission.
Hazard Statement Definitions
This manual may contain four types of hazard
statements:
DANGER:
Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury .
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury .
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury .
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situa-
tion which, if not avoided, may result in equipment
damage only .
WARNING:
This equipment is not intended to
protect human life. Follow all locally approved
procedures and safety practices when installing or
operating this equipment. Failure to comply may result
in death, severe personal injury, and equipment damage.
G102.1
DANGER:
Hazardous voltage. Contact with
hazardous voltage will cause death or severe
personal injury. Follow all locally approved safety
procedures when working around high- and low-voltage
lines and equipment.
G103.3
WARNING:
Before installing, operating, maintaining,
or testing this equipment, carefully read and
understand the contents of this manual. Improper
operation, handling, or maintenance can result in death,
severe personal injury, and equipment damage.
G101.0
WARNING:
Power distribution and transmission
equipment must be properly selected for the
intended application. It must be installed and serviced by
competent personnel who have been trained and under-
stand proper safety procedures. These instructions are
written for such personnel and are not a substitute for
adequate training and experience in safety procedures.
Failure to properly select, install, or maintain power
distribution and transmission equipment can result in
death, severe personal injury, and equipment damage.
G122.3
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SAFETY
FOR LIFE
!
SAFETY
FOR LIFE
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VR-32 Voltage Regulator Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Instructions
