Eaton 380 VCP-W 16 Instructions For Installation, Operation And Maintenance

Also see for 380 VCP-W 21: Instructions for installation, operation and maintenance

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I.B. 3A74792H08 Page 9Effective 0 9 / 2 0 14SECTION 3: RECEIVING, HANDLING ANDSTORAGE3-1 GENERALType VCP-W and VCP-WR Vacuum Circuit Breakersare subjected to complete factory production tests inaccordance with ANSI C37.09 and inspection beforebeing packed. They are shipped in packages designedto provide maximum protection to the equipment duringshipment and storage and at the same time to provideconvenient handling. Tools and accessories, such asthe maintenance tool, are shipped separately.3-2 RECEIVINGIf the circuit breaker is not to be used immediately but isto be placed in storage, maximum protection can beobtained by keeping it packed as shipped.Upon receipt of the equipment, inspect the containersfor any signs of damage or rough handling. Open thecontainers carefully to avoid any damage to the con-tents. Use a nail puller rather than a crow bar whenrequired. When opening the containers, be careful tosave any loose items or hardware that may be other-wise discarded with the packing material. Check thecontents of each package against the packing list.Examine the circuit breaker for any signs of shippingdamage such as broken, missing or loose hardware,damaged or deformed insulation and other components.File claims immediately with the carrier if damage or lossis detected and notify the nearest Eaton Office.FOR OPENING, CLOSING THE CONTACTS ORCHARGING THE SPRINGS. THE CIRCUIT BREAKERMAY SLIP OR FALL CAUSING SEVERE PERSONALINJURY. ALWAYS PERFORM MAINTENANCE,REPAIR AND ADJUSTMENTS ON A SOLID WORKSURFACE CAPABLE OF SUPPORTING THECIRCUIT BREAKER.VCP-W and VCP-WR 38kV Vacuum Circuit Breakersare shipped mounted to a skid specially designed tofacilitate removal of the breaker. Refer to Figures 3-1and 3-2 and proceed with the following steps:WARNINGAFTER REMOVING THE BRACKETS USED TOHOLD THE CIRCUIT BREAKER SECURELY TOTHE SHIPPING SKID AND ALL DURING THEPROCESS OF MOVING THE CIRCUIT BREAKEROFF OF THE SHIPPING SKID AND DOWN THERAMP TO THE FLOOR, TAKE SPECIALPRECAUTIONS TO INSURE THAT THE CIRCUITBREAKER IS MOVED SLOWLY AND UNDERCONTROL TO AVOID ANY ACCIDENTS. THECIRCUIT BREAKER IS A LARGE DEVICE WHICHCOULD CAUSE SERIOUS BODILY INJURY IF IT ISTIPPED OVER OR PERMITTED TO ROLL IN ANUNCONTROLLED MANNER.CAUTIONDO NOT PULL ON OR USE THE MAIN (PRIMARY)CONDUCTORS AND OR THE PRIMARYDISCONNECTS TO MANEUVER THE CIRCUITBREAKER IN ANY FASHION. FAILURE TOCOMPLY WITH THIS CAUTION COULD RESULTIN SIGNIFICANT EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.NOTICEThe VCP-W and VCP-WR 38kV shipping containerand pallet were specifically designed to facilitateremoval of the circuit breaker from its pallet andcontainer. Before proceeding, installation personnelshould be familiar with the procedures outlined inParagraph 3-3 entitled “Handling.”3-3 HANDLINGWARNINGDO NOT USE ANY LIFTING DEVICE AS A PLAT-FORM FOR PERFORMING MAINTENANCE, REPAIROR ADJUSTMENT OF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER OR