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Installation
01.4IB.51051C
Ch 4 Installation
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Upon receipt, remove any shipping material
and inspect the remote racking device for
damage that may have occurred during
shipment. If damage is found or suspected, file
all claims immediately with the transportation
company and notify the nearest Powell
representative. Check the equipment received
against the shipping documents to ensure
receipt of the complete shipment.
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The remote racking device weighs 20 lbs.
and the motor control box assembly weighs
5 lbs. The preferred method for moving the
remote racking device and motor control box
is to place them securely on a hand operated
shop cart. When handling the remote racking
device, personnel should securely grasp the
device by its handle during movement and
installation to avoid possible personal injury or
damage to the remote racking device. Avoid
dropping or hitting the remote racking device
with hard objects.
Protect the motor control box and the remote
racking device from moisture. Failure to do so
may cause damage to the equipment.
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CAUTION
Do NOT handle or carry the remote racking
device by the power cords. Damage to the
power connections may cause an electrical
short. The power cords should be inspected
for any signs of damage before each use.
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CAUTION
Do not attempt to work with a remote racking
device and motor control box if the electrical
cords are damaged or if the devices have
become wet. Using electrical equipment in
or around water may cause electric shock
and may result in injury to personnel and/or
damage to equipment.
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WARNING
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The remote racking device and motor control
box are accessories that are not normally in
continuous service. These accessories should
be stored properly so that they will be available
when needed. The following precautions
must be taken to ensure proper storage of the
remote racking device and motor control box.
1. DO NOT store the remote racking device
and motor control box in the switchgear
compartment.
2. The remote racking device and motor
control box should be carefully protected
against condensation. The device should
be stored in a warm, dry room of moderate
temperature, such as 40 - 100°F. Since the
remote racking device and motor control
box are to be energized during use, they
must be kept completely dry to avoid
accidental electric shock to personnel
and/or damage to the equipment.
3. Store the remote racking device and motor
control box in a clean location, free from
corrosive gasses or fumes. Particular care
should be taken to protect the devices
from moisture and cement dust, as this
combination has a very corrosive effect on
many parts.
