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Your safety first - always!
That‘s why our instruction manual begins with these recommendations:
• Operate the switchgear as prescribed for its intended purpose.
• Ensure that the technical data on the name plate and in the specification are not exceeded during
operation of the switchgear.
• Only install the switchgear in enclosed rooms suitable for electrical equipment.
With the aim of a smooth installation sequence and ensuring a high quality standard, have installation
at site performed by specially trained personnel or managed and supervised by the ABB Service
Department.
• Ensure that installation, operation and maintenance are only performed by specialist electricians
familiar with this manual.
• Comply in full with the legally recognized standards (IEC / DIN VDE), the connection conditions of the
local electrical utility and the applicable safety at work regulations.
• Follow the instructions in the documentation when performing any work on switching devices and
switchgear.
• Keep all documentation accessible to all persons concerned with installation, operation and
maintenance.
• The user’s personnel bear unlimited responsibility in all matters affecting safety at work and the
correct handling of the switchgear in accordance with EN 50110 and national regulations.
• Always observe the following five safety rules set out in NFPA 70E for ensuring that the electrical
installation (at the work location) is dead and secure for the duration of work to be done on the
switchgear (or identified as a dead working location).
Isolate,
Check the off-circuit condition,
Ground and short-circuit,
Secure to prevent reconnection,
Cover or guard off adjacent live parts.
Personnel installing, operating, or maintaining this equipment must have thorough knowledge of all
applicable local, regional, industrial, governmental, and OSHA safety procedures as well as commonly
accepted safe working practices. Personnel working in, or around this equipment must also exhibit
common sense and good judgement regarding the potential hazards for themselves and other
personnel in the area. These instructions are intended for use by fully qualified personnel and are not a
substitute for adequate training, experience, and supervision. Should clarification or additional
information be required, refer the matter to your ABB sales office. When communicating with ABB
regarding the product covered by this Instruction book, always reference the ABB assigned Shop Order
(S.O.) number or Serial Number.
If you have any further questions on this manual, the members of our field organization will be pleased
to provide the required information.
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