GE Industrial Solutions Evolution Switchboards - Manuel (Page 4)

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Chapter 1- Receiving, Handling, and Storage
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Before leaving the factory, the switchboard is given a final
inspection and packed by workers experienced in the proper
handling and packing of electrical equipment. Upon
receiving any apparatus, you should make an immediate
inspection for any damage sustained in transit. If damage is
noted or if indication or rough handling is visible, file a claim
for damage with the carrier. Information about damaged
parts, including the part number, case number, and
requisition number, should accompany the claim.
In regard to claims for damaged shipments shortages, or
incorrect material, the following is an excerpt from the
published Supplemental Terms and Conditions of Sale for
products of the General Electric Company:
“Title and risk of loss shall pass upon delivery of the products
to the carrier at the f.o.b. point and invoices shall be payable
without deduction for losses in shipment. It is the
Purchaser’s responsibility to file claims with the carrier for
loss or damage in transit.
“Claims for shortages or incorrect material must be made in
writing within 30 days after receipt of the shipment by the
Purchaser, and the failure to give the Company such written
notice within the 30-day period shall be unqualified
acceptance of the products and a waiver by the Purchaser
of all claims for shortages or incorrect material.”
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Equipment may be moved into position with construction
rollers under the shipping skids. Remove all outer packaging.
If GE manufactured lifting brackets are installed, hoisting by
crane or other means should be accomplished as shown in
Figure 1.
To remove the switchboard from the skid, remove the
shipping bolts, then carefully slide the equipment so that the
rear is off the skids and resting on the floor, as shown in
Figure 2. Tilt the entire equipment slightly to the rear to
release the skids. Be careful when sliding and tilting this
equipment. Because of its height and weight, it can become
top heavy if tilted too far. Slide the switchboard into place by
pushing on its frame. Blow out any dust or loose particles of
packing material that may have collected on the device
parts. Remove all protective blocking on relays, devices, or
breakers.
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If it is necessary to store the equipment for any length of
time, observe the following precautions to prevent corrosion
or breakage:
1. Uncrate the equipment.
2. Store the equipment in a clean, dry, rodent-free
area in moderate temperature. Cover the
equipment to prevent deposits of dirt or other
foreign material on movable parts and electrical
contact surfaces. (Heavy-duty plastic is
recommended for covers.)
33.. If the equipment is stored in cool or damp areas, apply
heat to keep it dry. On indoor switchboards, two
standard 100 W, 120 Vac lamps can be installed in
each switchboard section.
CCAAU UTTIIO ON N:: Remove all cartons and other
miscellaneous packing materials from inside the
units before energizing any heaters or lamps.