
861-9601.9 • INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • 8DA10 • Revision 11
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Installation
For intermediate storage of delivered switchgear, parts of the switchgear or accessories
before installation, select a suitable storage place.
Observe the information provided on the switchgear packing and concerning transport and
storage.
Intermediate storage of the transport units:
• In original packing as far as possible
• Primary part including current and voltage transformers:
Permissible storage temperature of - 30 °C to 70 °C
• In a weatherproof place
• Protected against damage
• If packed in seaworthy crates, the switchgear can be stored for a maximum of 6 months
(desiccant bags)
• Store transport units in such a way that they can be taken out later in the correct order for
installation.
WARNING
Fire risk
The transport unit is packed in flammable materials.
➭ No smoking.
➭ Keep fire extinguishers in a weatherproof place.
➭ Mark the location of the fire extinguisher.
NOTICE
Damaged packings of desiccant bags
Can cause corrosion of switchgear parts and formation of creepage distances by high air
humidity.
In the ambient air, the desiccant bags lose their effectiveness and cannot be used anymore.
➭ Do not damage or remove packing of desiccant bags.
➭ Do not unpack desiccant bags before use.
NOTICE
Outdoor storage of unpacked transport units
Can damage the transport units.
➭ Store transport units outdoors packed in seaworthy crates and in a weatherproof place.
Fig. 30:
Storage and transport information (example)
①
Transport and store in vertical
position
②
Fragile contents
③
Protect against moisture
④
Pressure
⑤
Humidity
⑥
Storage temperature, values
depending on ordered design