Receiving, handling and storage
Receiving
Each type SDV6 distribution circuit breaker 
is securely blocked and braced for 
shipment. It is crated, boxed or covered as 
required by shipping conditions. If special 
handling is required, it is so indicated. 
Relatively delicate instruments, protective 
relays and other devices are included, and 
the type SDV6 distribution circuit breaker 
must be handled carefully when 
unloading.
Identification
When the shipment includes more than 
one type SDV6 distribution circuit breaker, 
marking tags are attached to each crate or 
package for identification. The drawing 
number on the tag is also on the shipping 
list. The shipping list identifies the 
contents with the unit numbers included 
in the shipping group. Refer to the general 
arrangement drawing for the location of 
each unit within the group lineup. Use this 
information to simplify the assembly 
operation and save unnecessary handling.
Inspection and unpacking
Inspect the equipment as soon as possible 
after receipt for any damage that may have 
occurred in transit. Before unpacking, 
examine the package itself, as a damaged 
package may indicate damage to the 
contents of the package. Be careful when 
unpacking equipment. The use of sledge 
hammers and crowbars may damage the 
finish, or the equipment itself. Use nail 
pullers. After unpacking, examine 
equipment for any possible damage. Check 
the shipping manifest to be certain that all 
items have been received. If there is a 
shortage, make certain it is noted on the 
freight bill and contact the carrier 
immediately. Notify Siemens medium-
voltage customer service at +1 (800) 347-
6659 (+1 (919) 365-2200 outside the U.S.) 
of any shortage or damage. 
Shipping damage claims
Important: The manner in which visible 
shipping damage is identified by consignee 
prior to signing the delivery receipt can 
determine the outcome of any damage 
claim to be filed.
Notification to carrier within 15 days for 
concealed damage is essential if loss 
resulting from unsettled claims is to be 
eliminated or minimized.
1.    When shipment arrives, note whether 
equipment is properly protected from 
the elements. Note trailer number on 
which the equipment arrived. Note 
blocking of equipment. During 
unloading, make sure to count the 
actual items unloaded to verify the 
contents as shown on the delivery 
receipt.
2.    Make immediate inspection for visible 
damage upon arrival and prior to 
disturbing or removing packaging or 
wrapping material. This should be 
done prior to unloading when possible. 
When total inspection cannot be made 
on vehicle prior to unloading, close 
inspection during unloading must be 
performed and visible damage noted 
on the delivery receipt. Take pictures if 
possible.
3.    Any visible damage must be noted on 
the delivery receipt and acknowledged 
with the driver’s signature. The 
damage should be detailed as much as 
possible. It is essential that a notation 
"possible internal damage, subject to 
inspection" be included on delivery 
receipt. If the driver will not sign the 
delivery receipt with damage noted, 
the shipment should not be signed for 
by the consignee or their agent.
4.    Notify Siemens immediately of any 
damage, at +1 (800) 347-6659 or +1 
(919) 365-2200 outside the U.S.
5.    Arrange for a carrier inspection of 
damage immediately. 
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