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Index
1. Packing and transport 4
2. Checking on receipt 4
3. Storage 5
4. Handling 5
5. Description 6
5.1. Performance and electrical characteristics 6
5.2. Construction characteristics 7
5.2.1. Types of switch-disconnectors and
earthing switches 7
5.3. Overall dimensions 8
5.4. Construction characteristics 13
5.4.1. Switch-disconnectors 13
5.4.2. Protection classes 13
5.4.3. Main components 13
5.5. Operating mechanisms 14
5.6. Earthing switches 15
5.7. How to connect earthing switch ES 230 16
5.8. How to connect earthing switch EF 230 18
5.9. General information about SF6 gas-insulated
switchgear 20
5.10. Reference Standards 20
5.11. Interlocks 20
5.12. Switch-disconnector operating instructions 21
5.13. General information 21
5.13.1. Unit with single-spring operating
mechanism 21
5.13.2. Unit with double-spring operating
mechanism 23
5.13.3. No-load spring release procedure 25
5.13.4. Operation of units with key interlocks 26
5.13.5. Cable testing 26
5.14. Putting into service 28
5.14.1. Preparatory operations 28
6. Service and maintenance 29
6.1. General recommendations and precautions 29
6.2. Maintenance frequency 29
6.3. Inspection 30
6.4. Assistance 30
6.5. Replacing and installing new apparatus 31
6.5.1. Replacing tripped fuses 31
7. Accessories 33
7.1. VPIS voltage presence indicating systems 33
7.2. Pressure monitoring devices 34
7.3. Door lock 35
7.4. Key lock 36
7.5. Voltage presence detector and phase conformity
device 36
7.6. Spare parts, additional materials and lubricants 37
7.6.1. Spare parts 37
7.6.2. Additional materials and lubricants 37
8. Recycling 38
8.1. General aspects 38
8.2. Materials 38
9. Routine inspections 42
9.1. General information 42
9.1.1. Inspection schedule 42