GTS iMAPLA series - Installation of the Switch Box, Construction Type External Unit; Requirements on the Installation Position

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MAPLA- Modular energy supply system for load lifting magnets
Installation and commissioning
Installation of the switch box, constructiontype“ExternalUnit”
5.8 Installation of the switch box,
constructiontype“ExternalUnit”
Install the switch box according to the descriptions in this chapter.
Prior to installation, read the safety instructions in chapter 2attentively and
follow the instructions and information therein.
Ö Safety instructions, page10.
Warning
Risk of accident and injury
y
Incorrectly attached lifting gear can cause accidents.
► When using lifting gear on the generator, only use the
provided attachment points.
► Only use suitable lifting equipment.
5.8.1 Requirements on the installation position
y The switch box must not be installed inside the engine compartment.
y It must not be mounted in an area of trapped heat nor must air be allowed
to ow through it, e.g.air blown out of the engine compartment.
y The switch box must be mounted so that the cooling vanes are vertical
and to ensure unobstructed air convection through the cooling vanes. The
cooling vanes must not be covered.
y The switch box must be installed with spray water protection and to make
it impossible to spray the switch box with ahigh-pressure cleaner. When
using the covering and rain covers provided by the manufacturer, the
switch box is also allowed to be mounted outdoors.
y The switch box must be mounted rmly and securely on alevel base with
aload-bearing capacity sucient to support the weight of the switch box.
y The switch box is mounted on avertical surface for iMAPLA 8and 13.
y For iMAPLA 17to 20, the supporting frame of the switch box is mounted
on ahorizontal surface.
y The installation site must be low-vibration. Choose an installation site
for which adequate ventilation is guaranteed at all times where the
temperature of the cooling air does not exceed 40°C.