Rockwell Automation 1502 Medium Voltage 400A Contactor - Series E - Manual (Page 13)

Rockwell Automation Publication 1502-UM052H-EN-P - June 2013 13
Chapter
2
Receiving and Handling
Receiving The contactors have been tested both mechanically and electrically before leaving
the factory. Immediately upon receiving the contactor, remove the packing
material and check the contactor for possible shipping damage. If damage is
found, do not discard any of the packaging material and, if possible note the
damage on the “Bill of Lading” before accepting the shipment. Report any
damage immediately to the claims office of the common carrier. Provide a
description of the damage and as much identification as possible.
Preliminary Inspection
Check for any cracks or breaks due to impact.
Push on armature plate to ensure mechanisms are in good working order.
Use a HiPot tester to ensure vacuum bottle integrity (refer to Vacuum Bottle
Integrity Test on page 14 ).
Handling The contactor weighs approximately 48 lb (21.8 kg) and it is possible for one
person to safely handle the contactor for a short time. When transporting the
contactor over longer distances or sustained lifting, a forklift should be
considered.
When a forklift is used to handle the equipment, the following precautions
should be taken:
• Keep the contactor in an upright position.
• Carefully balance the contactor on the forks.
• Use a safety strap to steady the contactor and avoid shifting or tipping.
• Avoid excessive speeds and sudden starts, stops and turns.
• Never lift a contactor above an area where personnel are located.