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Installation
PowlVac 38™ CDS Electrically Operated
Ground & Test Device per ConEd Specification EO-2022-15
01.4IB.65090A
Ch 4 Installation
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When the ground and test device is received
check for any sign of damage. If damage is
found or suspected, file all claims immediately
with the transportation company and notify
the nearest Powell representative.
Estimated size and weight for shipping a
PowlVac 38™ CDS ground and test device on a
pallet:
• Size: 42” width x 42” depth x 47” height
• Weight: 750 lbs.
The ground and test device is enclosed in a
carton for shipment. The carton is attached to
the shipping pallet by metal bands. Remove
these bands and lift the carton from the pallet
so that the ground and test device is visible.
The ground and test device is attached to
the pallet by metal bands. When these are
removed the ground and test device may be
removed from the shipping pallet. Refer to
Ch 4 Installation, B. Handling
for more
information.
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After the ground and test device has been
removed from its shipping pallet it may be
rolled on its own wheels on a level surface. This
is the preferred way of handling the ground
and test device. When rolling the ground and
test device it should be pushed and steered by
the steel frame or the front cover.
Do not handle or move the ground and test
device by the primary disconnecting devices,
as damage may occur.
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CAUTION
An overhead crane can be used to move
the ground and test device. When using an
overhead crane to move the ground and test
device use a harness and a single crane hook.
Place the ground and test device securely on
the harness as shown in
. Place the
crane hook in the harness lifting link on the top
of the harness. Lift the ground and test device
and move it to the required location.
Figure 6
Ground and Test Device on Overhead
Crane
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Since the ground and test device is an
accessory device not normally in continuous
service, it is very important that it be stored
carefully so that it will be available when
needed. The following precautions must be
taken to assure proper storage of the ground
and test device: