Siemens GM-SG User manual

Instructions
Installation
Operation
Maintenance
E
50001
-
U
229
-
A
284
-
X
-
US
00
5
kV
and
15
kV
Metal
-
Clad
Switchgear
Type
GM
-
SG
SIEMENS
Power
Transmission
&
Distribution
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A
DANGER
Hazardous
voltages
and
high
-
speed
moving
parts
.
Will
cause
death
,
serious
injury
or
property
damage
.
Always
de
energize
and
ground
the
equipment
before
maintenance
.
Read and
understand this instruction manual
before
using
equipment
.
Maintenance
should
be
performed
only by
qualified
personnel
.
The
use
of
unauthorized
parts
in
the
repair
of
the
equipment
or
tampering
by
unqualified
personnel
will
result
in
dangerous
conditions which
will
cause
death
,
severe
injury
or
equipment
damage
.
Follow all
safety
instructions contained herein
.
IMPORTANT
The
information
contained herein is
general
in
nature
and
not
intended
for
specific
application
purposes
.
It
does
not
relieve the
user
of
responsibility
to
use
sound
practices
in
application
,
installation
,
operation
,
and maintenance
of
the
equipment purchased
.
Siemens
reserves
the
right
to
make
changes
in
the
specifications
shown herein
or
to
make
improvements
at
any
time without notice
or
obligations
.
Should
a
conflict
arise between the
general
information
contained
in
this
publication
and the
contents
of
drawings
or
supplementary
material
or
both
,
the latter shall
take
precedence
.
QUALIFIED
PERSON
For
the
purpose
of
this
manual
,
a
qualified
person
is
one
who is
familiar
with
the
installation
,
construction
or
operation
of
the
equipment
and the hazards
involved
.
In
addition
,
this
person
has the
following
qualifications
:
(
a
)
is trained
and
authorized
to
de
energize
,
clear
,
ground
,
and
tag
circuits
and
equipment
in
accordance
with
established
safety
procedures
.
(
b
)
is trained
in
the
proper
care
and
use
of
protective equipment
such
as
rubber
gloves
,
hard hat
,
safety
glasses
or
face
shields
,
flash
clothing
,
etc
.
,
in
accordance
with
established
safety
practices
.
(
c
)
is trained
in
rendering
first
aid
.
NOTE
These instructions do
not
purport
to
cover
all details
or
variations
in
equipment
,
nor
to
provide
for
every
possible
contingency
to
be
met
in
connection
with
installation
,
operation
,
or
maintenance
.
Should
further information
be
desired
or
should
particular problems
arise
which
are
not
covered
sufficiently
for
the
purchaser
’
s
purposes
,
the
matter
should be
referred
to
the local
sales
office
.
The
contents
of
this instruction manual shall
not
become
part
of
or
modify
any
prior
or
existing
agreement
,
commitment
or
relationship
.
The sales
contract
contains the entire
obligation
of Siemens
Power
Transmission
&
Distribution
,
Inc
.
The
warranty
contained
in
the
contract
between the
parties
is the sole
warranty
of Siemens
Power
Transmission
&
Distribution
,
Inc
.
Any
statements
contained herein do
not
create
new
warranties
or
modify
the
existing
warranty
.
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Contents
Introduction
and
Safety
Introduction
Qualified
Person
Signal
Words
Field
Service
Operation
and
Warranty
Issues
.
General
Description
Introduction
Scope
General
Description
Receiving
,
Shipping
and
Storage
Receiving
Identification
Inspection
and
Unpacking
Shipping
Damage
Claims
Lifting
&
Moving
Indoor
Switchgear
Lifting
Indoor
Switchgear
with
Crane
Moving
Switchgear
in
Obstructed
Areas
Without
a
Crane
Final
Movement
of
Assembly
Storage
:
Indoor
Switchgear
Storage
:
Shelter
-
Clad
Outdoor
Switchgear
. .
Storage
:
Non
-
Walk
-
In
Outdoor
Switchgear
. .
Storage
:
Type
GMSG
Vacuum
Circuit
Breakers
and
Lift
Truck
Installation
Preparation
for
Installation
Foundation
-
General
Requirements
Indoor
Foundations
Outdoor
Foundations
Installing
Shipping
Sections
Installing
Switchgear
with
Throat
Connection
to
Power
Transformer
Anchoring
,
Leveling
,
and
Assembling
Indoor
Switchgear
Anchoring
and
Leveling
Outdoor
Shelter
-
Clad
Switchgear
Assembly
of
Single
-
Aisle
Shelter
-
Clad
Switchgear
. .. .
15
Assembly
of
Common
-
Aisle
Shelter
-
Clad
Switchgear
. .
15
Assembly
of
Single
-
Aisle
Shelter
-
Clad
Switchgear
with
Work
Space
Expanding
Length
of
Existing
Shelter
-
Clad
Switchgear
by
Addition
of
Units
Anchoring
,
Leveling
,
and
Assembling
Conventional
Outdoor
(
Non
-
Walk
-
ln
)
Switchgear
Expanding
Length
of
Existing
Conventional
Outdoor
(
Non
-
Walk
-
In
)
Switchgear
by
Addition
of
Units
Electrical
Connections
Bus Bar
Bus
Joints
Bus
Insulation
Bus
Joint Insulation
-
Boots
Bus
Joint
Insulation
-
Taping
... .
Transformer
Bus
Joints
-
Insulation
Primary
Cable
Connections
Secondary
Control
Wiring
Ground Connections
Temporary
Ground Connections
.
2
Electrical
Connections
Control
Power
and
Voltage
Transformers
-
General Information
Voltage
Transformers
Control
Power
Transformer
Operating
Sequence
Current
Transformers
Circuit
Breaker Positions
Circuit
Breaker
Cell
Preparation
Circuit
Breaker
Racking
Mechanism
Interference
Blocking
Plate
(
Rating
Interlock
)
....
Secondary
Disconnect
Mechanism
Operated
Cell Switch
(
MOC
)
Truck
Operated
Cell Switch
(
TOC
)
Circuit
Breaker
Ground
Connection
Shutter
Operation
Circuit
Breaker Installation
and
Removal
De
-
Energizing
Control
Power
to
Circuit
Breaker
. .
Spring
Discharge
Check
Removal
from Cell
in
Indoor
(
if
not
on
raised
pad
)
and
Shelter
-
Clad
Outdoor
Switchgear
Removal
from Cell
in
Outdoor
Non
-
Walk
-
ln
Enclosures
,
or
for
Indoor
Switchgear
Installed
on a
Raised Pad
.
.
40
Racking
Crank
Engagement
Procedure
Circuit
Breaker
Racking
Racking
from
DISCONNECT
to
CONNECT
Position
. . .
.
43
Racking
from
CONNECT
to
TEST
or
DISCONNECT
Position
Contact
Penetration
Closed Circuit
Breaker
Racking
Interlock
.
.
. .
Racking
Access
Interlock
Trip
-
Free
Interlock
Spring
Discharge
Function
Inspection
and
Testing
Inspection
and
Testing
Inspection
Testing
Placing
Equipment
into
Service
Maintenance
Introduction and Maintenance Intervals
... .
Recommended Eland Tools
Recommended
Maintenance
and Lubrication
Lubrication
Moving
Parts
Electrical
Contacts
Cleaning
Insulation
Corrosive
Atmospheres
Relays
and
Instruments
Equipment
Surfaces
Accessories
Split
Plug
Jumper
Test
Device
Test
Cabinet
Lift
Truck
Lift
Sling
Electric
Racking
Accessory
Type
3
EF
Surge
Limiters
33
-
37
2
2
33
2
33
2
34
34
3
37
3
3
38
-
44
3
38
38
4
-
7
38
4
38
4
39
4
39
4
39
5
39
5
39
5
39
39
5
6
40
7
7
7
42
42
7
8
-
22
8
43
8
43
8
43
8
44
13
44
44
13
45
-
46
45
14
45
45
14
46
47
-
49
47
15
47
47
16
48
48
16
48
49
17
49
49
23
-
32
49
23
23
50
-
51
26
50
26
50
29
50
29
50
31
50
31
51
32
32
Note
:
Photos
with
persons
in
this manual
are
shown
for
illustrative
purposes
only
-
comply
with
NFPA
70
E
Electrical
Safety
Requirements
.
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Introduction and
Safety
Introduction
The
GM
-
SG
family
of
5
-
1
5
kV
Metal
-
Clad
Switchgear
is
designed
to meet
all
applicable
ANSI
,
NEMA
and
IEEE
standards
.
This
equipment
is
not
classified
as
arc
-
resistant
switchgear
,
and has
not
been tested
for
resistance
to
internal
arcing
per
IEEE
C
37.20
.
7
.
Successful
application
and
operation
of
this
equipment depends
as
much
upon proper
installation
and
maintenance
by
the
user as
it
does
upon
the
careful
design
and
fabrication
by
Siemens
.
Signal
Words
The
signal
words
"
Danger
"
,
"
Warning
"
and
"
Caution
"
used
in
this manual indicate the
degree
of
hazard that
may
be encountered
by
the
user
.
These words
are
defined
as
:
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
.
The
purpose
of
this Instruction
Manual
is
to
assist
the
user
in
developing
safe
and
efficient
procedures
for
the
installation
,
maintenance and
use
of
the
equipment
.
Caution
-
indicates
a
potentially
hazardous
situation which
,
if
not
avoided
,
may
result
in
minor
or
moderate
injury
.
Contact
the
nearest
Siemens
representative
if
any
additional
information
is desired
.
Caution
(
without
safety
alert
symbol
)
-
indicates
a
potentially
hazardous situation which
,
if
not
avoided
,
may
result
in
property
damage
.
A
DANGER
Hazardous
voltages
and
high
-
speed
moving
parts
.
Will
cause
death
,
serious
injury
or
property
damage
.
To
avoid electrical
shock
,
burns
and
entanglement
in
moving
parts
,
this
equipment
must
be
installed
,
operated
and
maintained
only by
qualified
persons
thoroughly
familiar
with
the
equipment
,
instruction manuals and
drawings
.
Read and
understand
this instruction
manual
before
using
equipment
.
Field
Service
Operation
and
Warranty
Issues
Siemens
can
provide
competent
,
well
-
trained Field
Service
Representatives
to
provide
technical
guidance
and
advisory
assistance
for
the
installation
,
overhaul
,
repair
and
maintenance
of Siemens
equipment
,
processes
and
systems
.
Contact
regional
service
centers
,
sales
offices
or
the
factory
for
details
,
or
telephone
Siemens
Field
Service
at
1
-
800
-
347
-
6659
(
919
-
365
-
2200
outside the
U
.
S
.
)
.
For
medium
-
voltage
customer
service issues
,
contact
Siemens
at
1
-
800
-
347
-
6659
(
919
-
365
-
2200
outside
the
U
.
S
.
)
.
Qualified
Person
For
the
purpose
of
this manual
a
Qualified
Person
is
one
who
is
familiar
with
the
installation
,
construction
or
operation
of
the
equipment
and
the hazards involved
.
In
addition
,
this
person
has the
following
qualifications
:
•
Training
and
authorization
to
energize
,
de
-
energize
,
clear
,
ground
and
tag
circuits
and
equipment
in
accordance
with
established
safety
practices
.
•
Training
in
the
proper
care
and
use
of
protective
equipment
such
as
rubber
gloves
,
hard
hat
,
safety
glasses
,
face
shields
,
flash
clothing
,
etc
.
,
in
accordance
with
established
safety
procedures
.
•
Training
in
rendering
first
aid
.
2
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General
Description
Standard
construction details
of
the
switchgear
,
auxiliary
equipment
and
necessary
accessories
are
given
in
the
appropriate
sections
.
Special
mechanical
and
electrical devices
,
furnished
in
accordance
with
purchase
order
requirements
,
are
covered
by
supplementary
instructions submitted
with
this instruction book
.
The
equipment
furnished
has been
designed
to
operate
in
a
system
having
the circuit
capacity
specified
by
the
purchaser
.
If
for
any
reason
the
equipment
is used
in
a
different
system
,
or
if
the short
-
circuit
capacity
of
the
system
is increased
,
the
ratings
of
the
equipment
,
including
the
momentary
rating
of
the
switchgear
,
the
interrupting capacity
of
the circuit breakers
,
and
the bus
capacity
must
be checked
.
Failure
on
the
part
of
the
user
to
receive
approval
of
intended
changes
from
Siemens
may
cause
voiding
the
warranty
.
Figure
7
.
Typical
Indoor
Type
GM SG
Switchgear
Introduction
The
successful
performance
and
application
of
Metal
-
Clad
Switchgear
depends
as
much
on
proper
installation
and
maintenance
as
it
does
on
good design
,
careful
manufacture
and
correct
application
.
Siemens
Type
GM
-
SG
Metal
-
Clad
Switchgear
is
precision
built
equipment
designed
to
function
efficiently
under
normal
operating
conditions
.
It
is
designed
and
manufactured
to
operate
within
the
parameters
established
in
ANSI
/
IEEE
C
37
standards
for
Metal
-
Clad
Switchgear
.
Performance
requirements
of
these standards have been
met
or
exceeded
by
these
designs
.
The
principal
standard
which
applies
to
this
class
of
switchgear
is
ANSI /
IEEE
C
37.20
.
2
,
"
Metal
-
Clad
Switchgear
"
.
This
equipment
is
not
classified
as
arc
-
resistant
switchgear
,
and has
not
been tested
for
resistance
to
internal
arcing
per
IEEE
C
37.20
.
7
.
The
instructions
included
in
this manual
are
provided
to
aid
you
in
obtaining
longer
and
more
economical service
from
your
Siemens
switchgear
.
For
proper
installation
and
operation
,
this
information
should
be
distributed
to
your
operators
and
engineers
.
By
carefully following
these instructions
,
difficulties
should be
avoided
.
Flowever
,
these
instructions
are
not
intended
to
cover
all details
of
variations
that
may
be
encountered
in
connection
with
the
installation
,
operation
and
maintenance
of
this
equipment
.
Should
additional
information
be desired
,
including
replacement
instruction manuals
,
contact
your
Siemens
representative
.
General
Description
The
switchgear
described
in
this manual is
of
the metal
-
clad
type
,
as
defined
in
ANSI /
IEEE
C
37.20
.
2
.
All
parts
are
completely
enclosed
within
grounded
metal barriers
.
Secondary
control
devices
and
primary
circuits
are
isolated
from
each other
by
shutters
or
barriers
.
Primary
bus and
joints
are
completely
encased
with
insulation
materials
to
suit the
voltage
class
of
the
equipment
.
Siemens
switchgear
carries
a
type
designation
,
or
class
,
as
shown
in
Table
1
.
These
designations
may
appear
on
drawings
and
familiarity
with
them
will
simplify
communications
with
the
factory
.
Indoor
equipment
is
arranged
with
upper
and lower
primary
compartments
and
a
center
secondary
compartment
in
the
front of
the
equipment
.
Generally
,
primary
compartments
may
contain
either
a
drawout circuit breaker
or
interior
auxiliary
equipment
,
such
as
voltage
or
control
power
transformers
,
located behind
a
front
panel
.
The
front
panels
can
be used
for
relays
,
instruments
,
and
similar devices
.
Primary
compartment
front
panels
may
be
opened
to
provide
access
to
the circuit breaker
or
interior
auxiliary
equipment
while the
secondary
compartment
front
panel provides
access
to
secondary
control
equipment
.
Typical
indoor
switchgear
is
shown
in
Figure
1
.
Table
1
.
Switchgear
Designation
DESIGN
TYPE
Indoor
GM
-
SG
Shelter
-
Clad
Single
-
Aisle
Outdoor
SGM
-
SG
Shelter
-
Clad Common
-
Aisle
Outdoor
SGM
-
SG
Non
-
Walk
-
in
Outdoor
OGM
-
SG
Shelter
-
Clad
outdoor
equipment
consists
of
indoor
equipment
enclosed
in
a
weather
-
resistant
housing
complete
with
an
illuminated
,
walk
-
in
aisle
.
Circuit
breakers
can
be moved inside the
aisle and control devices checked without
exposure
to
the elements
.
Non
-
Walk
-
In
outdoor
switchgear
consists
of
indoor
equipment
enclosed
in
a
weather
-
resistant
housing
complete
with
a
gasketed
outer
door
over
the inner
front
panels
.
Circuit
breakers
can
be moved
outside
of
the cubicles
with
the
use
of
a
lift
truck
or
similar
handling
device
.
Non
-
Walk
-
ln
outdoor
equipment
is
used where
an
enclosed service
aisle
is
unnecessary
,
or
space
does
not
permit
its
use
.
Scope
These instructions
cover
the
installation
,
operation
and
maintenance
of Siemens
type
GM
-
SG
metal
-
clad
switchgear
assemblies
,
using
horizontal drawout
vacuum
circuit
breakers
.
The
equipment
designs
described
in
this manual include indoor
,
Shelter
-
Clad
walk
-
in
aisle outdoor
,
and
non
-
walk
-
in
outdoor
configurations
for
application
up
to
15
kV
.
A
typical
indoor
switchgear
assembly
is
shown
in
Figure
1
.
All
diagrams
,
descriptions
and instructions
apply
to
all
the
above classes
and
designs
unless noted otherwise
.
3
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Receiving
,
Handling
&
Storage
Receiving
Each
group
of
type
GM
-
SG
metal
-
clad
switchgear
is
securely
blocked
and
braced
for
shipment
.
It
is crated
,
boxed
,
or
covered
as
required
by shipping
conditions
.
Whatever method
of
shipment
,
appropriate
precautions
are
taken
to
insure its
safe
arrival
.
If
special
handling
is
required
,
it
is
so
indicated
.
Relatively
delicate instruments
,
relays
,
and other
devices
are
included
and the
switchgear assembly
must
be handled
carefully
when
unloading
.
Normally
,
the
switchgear
is
shipped
with
the associated
type
GMSG
vacuum
circuit
breakers
installed
in
their
respective
units
,
in
the
CONNECT
position
.
Refer
to
instruction manual
E
50001
-
U
229
-
A
285
-
X
-
US
00
for
information
concerning
the
type
GMSG
circuit breakers
.
blocking
of
equipment
.
During unloading
,
make
sure
count
agrees
with
delivery
receipt
.
Make
immediate
inspection
for
visible
damage
upon
arrival
,
and
prior
to
disturbing
or
removing packaging
or
wrapping
material
.
This
should be done
prior
to
unloading
when
possible
.
When total
inspection
cannot
be made
on
vehicle
prior
to
unloading
,
close
inspection
during
unloading
must
be
performed
and
visible
damage
noted
on
the
delivery
receipt
.
Take
pictures
if
possible
.
Any
visible
damage
must
be
noted
on
the
delivery
receipt
and
acknowledged
with
the driver
'
s
signature
.
The
damage
should be
detailed
as
much
as
possible
.
It
is essential that
a
notation
"
Possible
internal
damage
,
subject
to
inspection
"
be
included
on
delivery
receipt
.
If
the
driver
will
not
sign
the
delivery
receipt
with
damage
noted
,
the
shipment
should
not
be
signed
for
by
the
consignee
or
his
agent
.
Notify
Siemens
immediately
of
any
damage
,
at
1
-
800
-
347
-
6659
(
919
-
365
-
2200
outside
the
U
.
S
.
)
.
Arrange
for
a
carrier
inspection
of
damage
immediately
.
2
.
3
.
4
.
Identification
When the
shipment
includes
more
than
one
shipping
group
or
equipment
for
more
than
one
substation
,
marking
tags
are
attached
to
each
crate
or
package
for
identification
.
The
drawing
number
on
the
tag
is also
on
the
shipping
list
.
The
shipping
list
identifies
the
contents
with
the
unit
numbers
included
in
the
shipping
group
.
Refer
to
the
general
arrangement
drawing
for
the
location
of
each unit
within
the
group
lineup
.
Use
this
information
to
simplify
the
assembly
operation
and
save
unnecessary
handling
.
5
.
IMPORTANT
:
Do
not
move
equipment
from
the
place
it
was
set
when
unloading
.
Also
,
do
not
remove or
disturb
packaging
or
wrapping
material
prior
to
carrier
damage
inspection
.
Equipment
must
be
inspected
by
carrier
prior
to
handling
after
receipt
.
This
eliminates loss due
to
claims
by
carrier that
equipment
was
damaged
or
further
damaged
on
site
after
unloading
.
6
.
Be
sure
equipment
is
properly
protected
from
any
further
damage
by covering
it
properly
after
unloading
.
7
.
If
practical
,
make
further
inspection
for
possible
concealed
damage
while
the carrier
'
s
inspector
is
on
site
.
If
inspection
for
concealed
damage
is
not
practical
at
the
time
the
carrier
'
s
inspector
is
present
,
it
must
be done
within
15
days
of
receipt
of
equipment
.
If
concealed
damage
is
found
,
the carrier
must
again
be
notified
and
inspection
made
prior
to
taking
any
corrective
action
to
repair
.
Also
notify
Siemens
immediately
at
1
-
800
-
347
-
6659
(
919
-
365
-
2200
outside
the
U
.
S
.
)
.
8
.
Obtain
the
original
of
the carrier
inspection
report
and
forward
it
along
with
a
copy
of
the noted
delivery
receipt
to
Siemens
at
1
-
800
-
347
-
6659
(
919
-
365
-
2200
outside the
U
.
S
.
)
.
Approval
must
be obtained
by
Siemens from
the carrier
before
any
repair
work
can
be
performed
.
Before
approval
can
be obtained
,
Siemens
must
have the
above
referenced
documents
.
The
carrier
inspection
report
and
/
or
driver
'
s
signature
on
the
delivery
receipt
does
not
constitute
approval
to
repair
.
Note
:
Any
determination
as
to
whether the
equipment
was
properly
loaded
or
properly
prepared
by
shipper
for
over
-
the
-
road travel
cannot
be made
at
the
destination
.
Shipments
are
not
released
from
the
factory
without
a
clear
bill
of
lading
.
Approved
methods
are
employed
for
preparation
,
loading
,
blocking
and
tarping
of
the
equipment
before
it
leaves the
Siemens
factory
.
If
the
equipment
is
received
in
a
damaged
condition
,
this
damage
to
the
equipment
has
to
have occurred while
en
route
due
to
conditions
beyond
Siemens
control
.
If
the
procedure
outlined above is
not
followed
by
the
consignee
,
purchaser
,
or
his
agent
,
Siemens
cannot
be held liable
for
repairs
.
Siemens
will
not
be held liable
for
repairs
in
any
case
where
the work
was
performed
prior
to
authorization
from Siemens
.
Inspection
and
Unpacking
Inspect
the
equipment
as soon as
possible
after
receiving
for
any
damage
that
may
have occurred
in
transit
.
Before
unpacking
,
examine
the
package
itself
,
as
a
damaged package
may
indicate
an area
of
damage
within
.
Be
careful
when
unpacking
equipment
.
The
use
of
sledge
hammers and crowbars
may
damage
the
finish
,
if
not
the
equipment
itself
.
Use
nail
pullers
.
After
unpacking
,
examine
equipment
for
any
possible
damage
.
Check
the
shipping
manifest
to
be certain that
all items have been received
.
If
there is
a
shortage
,
make
certain
it
is noted
on
the
freight
bill and
contact
the
carrier
immediately
.
Notify
Siemens
medium
voltage
customer
service
at
1
-
800
-
347
-
6659
(
919
-
365
-
2200
outside the
U
.
S
.
)
of
any
shortage
or
damage
.
Shipping
Damage
Claims
IMPORTANT
:
The
way
visible
shipping damage
is treated
by consignee
prior
to
signing
the
delivery
receipt
can
determine
the
outcome
of
the
damage
claim
to
be
filed
.
Notification
to
carrier
within
the
15
day
limit
on
concealed
damage
is essential
if
loss
resulting
from
unsettled claims is
to
be eliminated
or
minimized
.
1
.
When
shipment
arrives
,
note
whether
equipment
is
properly
protected
from
the elements
.
Note
trailer
number
on
which the
equipment
arrived
.
Note
4
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Receiving
,
Handling
&
Storage
Lifting
and
Moving
There
are a
number
of
methods that
can
be used
in
handling
the
switchgear
which
,
when
properly
employed
,
will
not
damage
the
switchgear
sections
.
The
handling
method used
will
be determined
by
conditions and available
equipment
at
the installation
site
.
Lifting
with
a crane
is the
preferred
method
of
handling
;
however
,
overhead
obstructions
or
low
ceilings
often
dictate
the method
to
be
used
.
Rollers
,
jacks
or
fork
lift
trucks
may
be used
prior
to
removal
of
wooden skids
.
A
WARNING
Heavy
weight
.
Can
result
in
death
,
serious
personal
injury
or
property
damage
.
Observe
all
handling
instructions
in
this
instruction manual
to
prevent
tipping
or
dropping
of
equipment
.
T
Figure
2
.
Lifting
Indoor
Switchgear
with
Crane
Moving
Switchgear
in
Obstructed
Areas
without
a
Crane
Within
buildings
and obstructed
areas
,
where
a crane
cannot
be
used
,
move
switchgear
with
rollers
,
cribbing
,
jacks
and other such
equipment
as
may
be
required
to meet
the situation
.
Forklift
trucks
should
be used
with
discretion
as
improper
lift
points
could
cause
extreme
damage
to
equipment
.
For
this
reason
,
use
of
a
forklift
truck
to
handle
or move
switchgear
is
not
recommended
.
Jacks
may
be used
to
lift
switchgear
which is
properly
supported
by sturdy
timbers
.
To
prevent
distortion
of
the
cubicles
,
rollers
and
cribbing
of
equal
height
must
be
used
in
sufficient
number
to
evenly
distribute
the load
.
Figure
3
shows
a
method
of
using jacks
on
indoor
switchgear
to
facilitate
the
use
of
rollers under
the
shipping
skid
.
Care
must
be
used
to
prevent
damage
to
instruments
,
relays
,
and devices
,
and
to
maintain the
stability
of
the timbers
.
Remove
rollers and lower
the
switchgear
carefully
.
Leave
wooden
skids
(
when
provided
)
in
place
during moving
operation
until
final
location is reached
.
Each
group
of
switchgear
has
provisions
for
attaching
lifting
equipment
.
Though
the
lift
points
vary
in
location
on
indoor
,
Shelter
-
Clad
outdoor
,
and
non
-
walk
-
in
outdoor
designs
,
all
are
designed
for
use
with
a
crane
of
adequate
height
and
capacity
.
To
estimate the
maximum
required
crane
capacity
,
multiply
the number
of
sections
to
be
lifted
by
5300
pounds
(
2400
kg
)
.
A
drawing
pocket
(
or
holder
)
is
provided
on
each
lineup
of
switchgear
.
This
drawing
pocket
includes
a
general
arrangement
drawing
of
the
switchgear
lineup
,
plus
a
drawing
with
installation and
handling
instructions
for
the
equipment
.
The
drawing
pocket
is
normally
located
at
the
left
end
of
the
lineup
.
Review this
information
carefully
before
moving
the
equipment
.
Indoor
Switchgear
Before
removing
the
protective
packing
materials
,
indoor
equipment
may
be moved
by
crane
with
lift
cables attached
through
the
packaging
to
the
lifting
bars
on
the
top
of
the
switchgear
.
If
crane
facilities
are
unavailable
,
or
if
tight
spaces
prevent
use
of
a crane
,
rollers under the skids
may
be used
.
Lifting
Indoor
Switchgear
with
Crane
Recommended
lifting
of
indoor
switchgear
is
by
means
of
lifting
cables connected
to
an
overhead
crane
.
The
lifting
cables
are
connected
to
the
eyes
in
the
top
lifting
bars
.
One
set
of
lifting
bars is located
near
the
front of
the
switchgear
,
while another
set
of
lift
bars is
located closer
to
the middle
of
the
switchgear
,
as
illustrated
in
Figure
2
.
A
crane
with
sufficient
height
should be used
so
the load
angle
(
from
horizontal
)
on
the
lifting
cables
will
be
at
least
45
degrees
,
when
viewed
from
the
front
or
the
rear
.
A
lesser
angle
could
cause
the
equipment
to
be
damaged
.
The
lifting
cables
must
have
spreaders
from front
to
rear
to
prevent
twisting
the
lift
bars
.
Figure
3
.
Moving
Switchgear
with
Jacks
and
Rollers
5
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Receiving
,
Handling
&
Storage
Figure
4
shows
a
method
of
moving
the
switchgear
into the
final
position
,
after
it
has been moved
near
to
the
final
position
using
another method
.
Figure
6
.
Moving
Outdoor
Switchgear
with
Jacks and Rollers
Figure
6
shows
a
method
of
using jacks
on
outdoor
switchgear
to
facilitate
the
use
of
rollers
under
the
shipping
skid
.
Care
must
be used
with
this method
to
prevent
damage
to
the doors and
to
maintain
stability
of
the
timbers
.
Refer
to
previous
section
for
additional
information
.
Figure
4
.
Moving
Switchgear
in
Obstructed
Areas
without
Crane
-
Final
Positioning
The method
of
lifting
non
-
walk
-
in
or
Shelter
-
Clad
outdoor
equipment
is
shown
in
Figure
5
.
The load
angles
(
from
horizontal
)
on
the
lifting
cables
,
as
viewed
from
the
front
or rear
,
must
be
at
least
45
degrees
.
A
lesser
angle
could
damage
the
equipment
.
The
lifting
cables
must
have
spreaders
front
-
to
-
back
and
side
-
to
-
side
to
protect
the
equipment
.
The recommended
lifting
pipe
size
(
Ref
.
ASTM
A
-
53
)
is
type
XXS
2
-
1
/
2
"
nominal
(
2.875
"
(
73
mm
)
OD
,
1.771
"
(
45
mm
)
ID
)
.
The
lifting
pipe
should be
at
least
24
"
(
610
mm
)
longer
than the
depth
of
the
switchgear
,
and should include
adequate
means
to
prevent
the
lifting
cables
from
slipping
off of
the
lifting
pipe
during
use
.
Final
Movement
of
Assembly
Proper
final
movement
and
connection
of
the
assembly
requires
that several items be
completed
:
1
.
Preplan
sequence
of
installation
movements
and connections
.
2
.
Where
equipment
must
be slid into
final
location
,
start
with
the
left
end
shipping
group
and
continue
in
sequence
.
Secondary
conduits which
stub
-
up
above
floor
level
may
block
sliding
.
3
.
Protect
equipment
and external items
(
e
.
g
.
,
instruments
,
relays
,
etc
.
)
from
damage during
movement
.
Be
sure
to
have smooth
,
unobstructed
surfaces
where the
equipment
is
to
be
slid
.
Keep
access
openings
clear
.
4
.
Prepare
for
the connections
across
shipping
splits
before
the
equipment
is moved into
final
position
.
Interunit bus
supports
and bus
joint
boots should be
removed
using
side
,
rear
and
front
access
options
as
required
.
Note
the
mounting
position
and orientation
and
save
hardware
for
use
in
reinstallation
.
5
.
Thread coiled wires
across
shipping
splits
into
interunit
wire
trough
prior
to
moving
equipment
into its
final
position
.
6
.
Where
top
lift
capability
is available
,
shipping
pallets
and other
packaging
materials
may
be removed
before
the last
move
into the
final
position
.
Figure
5
.
Lifting
Outdoor
Switchgear
with
Crane
6
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Receiving
,
Handling
&
Storage
7
.
Where
top
lift
capability
is
not
available
,
protect
the
switchgear
bottom
with
support
timbers
and
move
with
jacks
and
rollers
just
to
the side
of
its
final
position
.
Remove
rollers
,
shipping
pallets
and other
packaging
materials and
remove
jacking
facilities
.
Clear
any
obstructions
.
The
equipment
may
be slid
sideways
up
to
6
inches
(
152
mm
)
to
join
the
shipping
split
.
Any
sliding
force
must
be
carefully
applied
across
the bottom
4
inches
(
100
mm
)
of
the
switchgear
side
with
proper
cribbing
to
fully
distribute the
force
across
the
full
depth
of
side
.
See
Figure
4
.
8
.
See
"
Installation
"
section
for
additional
important
information
.
Storage
:
Non
-
Walk
-
In
Outdoor
Switchgear
When
it
is
necessary
to store
non
-
walk
-
in
outdoor
switchgear
in
an
area
exposed
to
the weather
or
under
humid conditions
,
energize
the
space
heaters
provided
and make certain that louvers and
vents
are
uncovered
to
allow air
to
circulate
.
If
at
all
possible
,
erect
the
switchgear
at
the
permanent
location
even
though
it
may
be
some
time
before
the
equipment
is
used
.
If
the
equipment
cannot
be
erected
at
the
permanent
location
immediately
,
cover
shipping
splits
to
protect
from
the elements
.
Access
to
the heater
circuit is
gained
by
opening
the door
to
the instrument
panel
compartment
.
Refer
to
wiring
diagram drawing
for
space
heater circuit connections
.
Connect
batteries
(
if
provided
)
to
a
charger
.
Lubricate
hinges
,
shutters
,
and other
moving
parts
.
Storage
:
Indoor
Switchgear
When
switchgear
is
not to
be
installed
immediately
,
it
should be
unpacked
,
inspected
within
15
days
of
receipt
and stored
in
a
clean
dry
location
.
Indoor
switchgear
is neither
weather
-
resistant
nor
drip
-
resistant
.
Therefore
,
it
should be stored indoors
.
If
it
is
to
be
kept
in
a
humid
or
unheated
area
,
provide
an
adequate
covering
and
place
a
heat
source
of
approximately
500
watts
output
within
each
vertical
section
to
prevent
condensation
.
Space
heaters
are
not
standard
equipment
on
indoor
switchgear
.
Lubricate
any
moving
parts
such
as
hinges
,
shutters
,
etc
.
,
if
storage
is
for
an
extended
period
of
time
.
When
batteries
are
supplied
,
connect
them
to
a
charger
.
Storage
:
Type
GMSG
Vacuum
Circuit
Breakers
and
Lift
Truck
Vacuum
circuit breakers
,
if
not
installed
in
their
respective
switchgear
compartments
,
must
be stored
indoors
.
Outdoor
storage
of
circuit breakers
(
other
than inside their
respective
switchgear
compartments
)
is
NOT RECOMMENDED
.
If
furnished
,
the
lift
truck
for
handling
circuit breakers
should be stored indoors
.
The
lifting
mechanism
can
be
damaged
by
extended outdoor
storage
.
For
short
-
term
(
30
days
or
less
)
storage
,
the
lift
truck
may
be
stored outdoors
,
provided
that
it
is
adequately
covered
to
protect
it
from
the weather
.
Lubricate
lifting
mechanism
,
sliding
and
rolling
elements
.
Storage
:
Shelter
-
Clad Outdoor
Switchgear
When
it
is
necessary
to store
Shelter
-
Clad
outdoor
equipment
in
a
location
exposing
it
to
the weather
,
or
in
a
humid location
,
energize
the
space
heaters
provided
within
the sections
and
make certain that
louvers and
vents
are
uncovered
to
allow air
to
circulate
.
If
at
all
possible
,
erect
the aisle section and
install the
switchgear
at
the
permanent
location
even
though
it
may
be
some
time
before
the
equipment
is
used
.
If
the
equipment
cannot
be erected
at
the
permanent
location
immediately
,
cover
shipping
splits
to
protect
from
the
elements
.
Regardless
of
what method
of
storage
is used
,
remove
the aisle wall
from
in
front of
instrument
panels
to
gain
access
to
the
space
heater
circuit
so
that
heaters
can
be
energized
.
Refer
to
wiring
diagram drawing
for
space
heater
circuit connections
.
Replace
the
aisle wall
and
seal
from
the elements
,
or
cover
for
protection
from
the weather
.
Connect
batteries
(
if
provided
)
to
a
charger
.
Lubricate
hinges
,
shutters
,
and other
moving
parts
.
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Installation
Preparation
for
Installation
Prior
to
installation
of
switchgear
,
study
this instruction
manual
and the
switchgear drawings
,
such
as
general
arrangement
,
three
-
line
diagram
,
schematic
diagrams
,
wiring diagrams
,
installation instruction
drawing
,
panel
arrangement
and
panel
arrangement
bill
of
material
,
nameplate
engraving
list
,
and
accessories
drawing
.
Special
attention should
be
given
to
the
foundation
information
contained
in
this manual
as
well
as
the
information
provided
on
the
equipment
drawings
.
Be
sure
that the
foundation conforms
to
the
requirements
described
in
this
manual and the
general
arrangement
drawing
.
Outdoor
Foundations
Whichever
type
of foundation
is used
(
e
.
g
.
,
concrete
slab
,
sill channels
,
piers
or
pilings
)
,
it
must
have smooth and
level
surfaces
.
Surfaces
supporting
the
switchgear
must
be
in
the
same
horizontal
plane
within
1
/
16
"
(
1.6
mm
)
.
If
these conditions
are
not met
,
it
will
be
necessary
to
use
shims
when
installing
the
switchgear
.
For
outdoor
switchgear
,
support
shall be
provided
at
each end and
at
the side
of
every
second cubicle
,
so
that the
span
between
supports
does
not
exceed
36
"
(
914
mm
)
.
Refer
to
Figures
8
and
10
,
and the
switchgear general
arrangement
drawing
for
locations
of
support
and
anchoring
points
.
If
pilings
are
used
,
the diameter is
to
be determined
by
purchaser
,
;
however
,
they
should
not
be less than
12
"
(
305
mm
)
diameter
for sufficient
contact
,
room
for
anchor bolts
,
and
grouting
in
of
bed
plates
(
if
used
)
.
All
shipping
splits
must
be
properly
supported
.
Any
conduits which
are
installed
in
concrete must
be
perpendicular
to
switchgear mounting
surface
.
Conduits
should
extend
a
minimum
of
6
-
3
/
4
"
(
171
mm
)
to
a
maximum
of
7
-
1
/
2
"
(
190
mm
)
above
mounting
surface
.
This
will
allow the conduit
to
enter
the
cubicle
and exclude
entry
of
water
and
rodents
.
Exception
:
If
switchgear
will
be throat
-
connected
to
a
power
transformer
,
see
"
Installing
Switchgear
with
Throat
Connection
to
Power
Transformer
"
for
restrictions
on
height
of
conduits
for
both
primary
and
secondary
conduits
.
Figures
8
-
9
show the method
of
anchoring
outdoor
Shelter
-
Clad
(
walk
-
in
)
switchgear
,
and
Figure
10
shows the
method
of
anchoring
outdoor
non
-
walk
-
in
switchgear
.
Foundation
-
General
Requirements
Prior
to
installation
of
the
switchgear
,
careful
design
,
planning
and
construction
of
the
foundation
or
base
on
which the
switchgear
will
rest must
be made
.
A
thorough analysis
and
careful
construction
may
alleviate
many
problems
at
the
time
of
installation
,
and
during
operation
.
It
is
important
that
a
true
and level
surface
be
provided
,
capable
of
supporting
the
weight
of
the
switchgear
and other related
equipment
.
If
the
switchgear
cannot
be lowered
over
conduits
because
of
headroom
or
other
restrictions
,
conduit
couplings
may
be
grouted
in
flush
with
foundation
,
and
conduit
nipples
added
after
the
switchgear
is
in
place
.
Conduits
should be
capped
during
construction
to
prevent
entry
of
dirt
,
moisture and vermin
.
All
sill channels
,
bed
plates
,
shims
and
anchoring
hardware
are
furnished
by
purchaser
unless covered
by
contract
.
Indoor
Foundations
As
it
is
difficult
to
obtain
a
true
and level
floor
on a
concrete
slab
,
it
is
highly
recommended that
4
"
(
minimum
)
sill channels be
grouted
into
the
floor
as
shown
in
Figure
7
.
The
surface of
the
sills should
be
slightly
above
floor
level
.
The
surfaces of
the
sills
must
be level
and
in
the
same
horizontal
plane
within
1
/
16
"
(
1.6
mm
)
.
There should be
no
projection
above this
plane
within
the
area
covered
by
the
switchgear
.
If
the
floor
or
sills
do
not
meet
this
requirement
,
it
will
be
necessary
to
use
shims when
installing
the
switchgear
on
the
mounting
surface
.
Figure
7
illustrates the location
for
sill channels
for
anchoring
indoor
switchgear
.
Cubicles
may
be
anchored
to
sills
by
use
of
1
/
2
"
(
or
12
mm
)
diameter
anchor bolts
,
or
welded
in
position
.
Important
:
In
the
switchgear primary
entrance
area
,
steel
reinforcing
rods
or
mesh
in
concrete must not
pass
through
the
space
shown
on
the
general
arrangement
drawing
,
even
though
cored
or
bored holes
in
concrete
may
miss rods
or
mesh
.
A
single
phase
of
a
system
should
not
be
encircled
by
ferrous
metals
.
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