S&C Instruction Sheet 695-505 9
Shipping and Handling
Packing
Vault-Mounted Style S&C Vista SD Underground Distribution
Switchgear is shipped in a wooden crate. Pad-Mounted
Style S&C Vista SD Underground Distribution Switchgear
is fastened to a wood skid. At the rst opportunity, remove
all packing materials (cardboard, paper, foam padding,
etc.) from the switchgear assembly. This will prevent the
switchgear from being damaged by rainwater absorbed by
the packing materials and will also prevent wind-induced
abrasion from loose cardboard.
Inspection
Examine the shipment for external evidence of damage as
soon after receipt as possible, preferably before removal
from the carrier’s conveyance. Check the bill of lading to
make sure all listed shipping skids, crates, and containers
are present.
If there is visible loss and/or damage:
1. Notify the delivering carrier immediately.
2. Ask for a carrier inspection.
3. Note the condition of shipment on all copies of the
delivery receipt.
4. File a claim with the carrier.
If concealed damage is discovered:
1. Notify the delivering carrier within 15 days of receipt of
shipment.
2. Ask for a carrier inspection.
3. File a claim with the carrier.
Also notify S&C Electric Company in all instances of
loss and/or damage.
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