S&C Alduti-Rupter Installation

2 S&C Instruction Sheet 761-515
Introduction
Qualified Persons
WARNING
The equipment covered by this publication must be installed, operated, and maintained
by qualified persons who are knowledgeable in the installation, operation, and mainte-
nance of overhead electric power distribution equipment along with associated hazards. A
qualified person is one who is trained and competent in:
• The skills and techniques necessary to distinguish exposed live parts from nonlive parts
of electrical equipment
• The skills and techniques necessary to determine the proper approach distances cor-
responding to the voltage to which the qualified person will be exposed
• The proper use of the special precautionary techniques, personal protective
equipment, insulating and shielding materials, and insulated tools for working on or near
exposed energized parts of electrical equipment
These instructions are intended only for such qualified persons. They are not intended to
be a substitute for adequate training and experience in safety procedures for this type of
equipment.
Read this
Instruction Sheet
NOTICE
Read this instruction sheet thoroughly and carefully before installing or operating
your S&C Alduti-Rupter Switch. Familiarize yourself with the Safety Information and
Safety Precautions on pages 4 through 6. The latest version of this publication is available
online in PDF format at sandc.com/Support/Product-Literature.asp.
Retain this
Instruction Sheet
This instruction sheet is a permanent part of your S&C Alduti-Rupter Switch. Designate a
location where you can easily retrieve and refer to this publication. The latest version is
available online in PDF format at sandc.com/support/product–literature.asp
Proper Application
WARNING
The equipment in this publication must be selected for a specific application. The
application must be within the ratings furnished for the equipment. Refer to S&C Specifica-
tion Bulletin 761-31 for complete application information.
These interrupter switches are not intended for breaking fault currents.
Operating
Considerations
Circuit making and breaking is involved in the normal operation of these interrupter
switches, and partial or precautionary opening or closing of the switch should not be
attempted. If the switch is covered in ice or snow, do not “chop” the switch between the
Open and Closed position to dislodge the ice.
To operate the switch, swing the handle through its full stroke without hesitation. Do
not assume that the operating handle position indicates the open or closed position of the
interrupter switch blades. After opening or closing the switch, always make a visual check
of the blade position to verify the switch blades are in the intended position, and then tag
or padlock the operating handle in accordance with standard system operating practices.
In all cases, make sure the operating handle is locked before walking away from the switch.

S&C Alduti-Rupter Specifications

General

Brand	S&C
Model	Alduti-Rupter
Category	Switch
Language	English