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4.0 UNPACKING
4.1 Introducon
This secon will detail the procedure to unpack the load bank. This guide will include
preparaon for seng up the equipment for proper use.
In this secon, you will nd:
— A list of included components and parts.
— An inspecon list.
4.2 Included Components and Parts
— Powerstar or Northstar Portable Load Bank
— HMI
— Power cord
— Serial cable
— Manual
4.3 Primary Inspecon
Preventave visual inspecons of the shipping crate and the load bank are advised.
Physical or electrical problems due to handling and vibraon may occur. Never apply
power to a load bank before performing this procedure. The following ve-point
inspecon is recommended before installaon and as part of the 50-hour / 6-month
maintenance schedule or as a load bank is relocated:
1. If the crate shows any signs of damage, examine the load bank in the
corresponding areas for signs of inial problems.
2. Check the enre outside of the cabinet for any visual damage, which could
cause internal electrical or mechanical problems due to reduced clearance.
3. Inspect all relays and control modules. Make sure all components are secure in
their bases and safety bails are in place. Spot check electrical connecons for
ghtness. If any loose connecons are found, inspect and ghten all remaining
connecons.
4. Examine all accessible internal electrical components such as fuses, contactors,
and relays. Check lugged wires at these components.
5. Visually inspect element chamber for foreign objects, broken ceramic
insulators, and mechanical damage.
If any problems are
observed during Primary
Inspection, call the
Simplex Service Manager
at 1-800-637-8603.