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SECTION IB-3A-310A
INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS
JUNE 2021
PAGE 1
TYPE AJS — AUTO-JET
®
SWITCHES
15kV • 25kV • 38kV
INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS
The procedures required for operation of the Federal Pacific Auto-
jet
®
Load-Interrupter Switches. The inspection and maintenance
recommendations covered in this bulletin are expected to be
performed in conjunction with a review of IB-3A-310. This bulletin
does not cover all the detailed and specific operational procedures
and checks. In addition, these instructions are not intended as a
substitute for the user’s standard operating practices and procedures.
A copy of Instruction Bulletin Section IB-3A-310 can be printed from
the internet at www.federalpacific.com.
When cleaning components,
NEVER
use any industrial strength
cleaners.
NEVER
apply lubricants to the probe contact or the
tulip contact which are the interrupting contacts.
NEVER
use any
solvent-based or flammable products on any components in the
pad-mounted switchgear. Solvents and flammable products can
attack non-metallic components of the equipment and reduce
electrical and mechanical properties.
Maintenance
Federal Pacific switchgear does not require routine mechanical
or electrical maintenance. However, the following are some
recommendations for enhancing continued service of the equipment.
Before Opening the Switchgear
The following inspection and maintenance procedures must be
performed with the unit completely de-energized and isolated from
voltage. Any attempt to perform the inspection and maintenance
with the unit energized may result in electrical arc flash that can
cause equipment damage, personal injury or death.
WARNING
DANGER
© 2021 Electro-Mechanical Corporation
Qualified Persons
The equipment covered by this publication must be selected for a specific
application and it must be operated and maintained by
Qualified Persons
who are thoroughly trained and knowledgeable in the installation, operation,
and maintenance of underground power distribution equipment along with
the associated hazards that may be involved. This publication is written only
for such qualified persons and is not intended to be a substitute for adequate
training and experience in safety procedures for this type of equipment.
Proper installation is the responsibility of the operating and construction
personnel and the utility performing and authorizing the work. Completion
of these instructions implies no further warranty by the manufacturer.
A
Qualified Person
is defined in the National Electrical Code (NEC/NFPA-
70) as:
One who has skills and knowledge related to the construction and operation
of the electrical equipment and installations and has received safety training
to recognize and avoid the hazards involved.
The specific electrical safety training requirements to be considered a
qualified person are detailed in
NFPA-70E, Article 110.1(D), Employee
Training
. Some of the requirements from the 2012 edition are shown below.
For the specific detailed training requirements for a Qualified Person make
certain to refer to the most recent applicable edition.
These training requirements would include, but are not limited, to the
following key points:
• The skills and techniques necessary to distinguish exposed energized
parts from other parts of electrical equipment.
• The skills and techniques necessary to determine the proper approach
distances corresponding to the voltages to which the qualified person will
be exposed.
• The proper use of the special precautionary techniques, personal protective
equipment, insulating and shielding materials, and insulated tools for
working on or near exposed energized parts of electrical equipment.
• Tasks performed less often than once per year have additional training
requirements.
These instructions are intended only for such qualified persons. They are not
intended to be a substitute for adequate training and experience in safety
procedures for this type of equipment. Additionally, the recommendations
in this instruction bulletin are not intended to supersede or to take the place
of established utility safety guidelines and established practices. If there
is any question, consult with your foreman or supervisor, as appropriate.
Please refer to OSHA 29 CFR 1910.399 and NFPA 70E Articles 100 and 110.
WARNING
