DELIVERY INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE/SHIPPING AND STORAGE 11
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4. Shipping and storage
Place a minimum of one standard packet of
desiccant bags inside the packing. Replace the
bags approximately every 6 months.
If the original packing no longer be available and
immediate installation is not possible, store in a
covered, well-ventilated, dry, dust-free, non-corrosive
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3. Delivery inspection and acceptance
The following precautions must be taken during
contactor handling:
• Keep the contactor in the upright position.
• Make sure that the load is balanced on the truck
or on the transport plate/pallet
• Place protective material between the contactor
and the truck to avoid any damage or scratches
• Fix the contactor onto the truck or the transport
plate/pallet to prevent it moving or overturning
• Avoid excessive speed, sudden starts and stops
or sharp changes in direction during contactor
handling
• Only lift the contactor enough to avoid any
obstacles on the floor
• Take care to avoid any impacts with structures,
other apparatus or with personnel when handling
the contactor
• Never lift a contactor over an area where
personnel are present
• Ensure that no force is applied to insulating parts
or terminals of the contactor during handling of
the apparatus
3.1 Handling using a lifting or fork-lift truck. (Fig 3a)
3.2 Handling and lifting using a crane
• Insert the lifting plates
• Lift
• Remove the lifting plates after lifting operation
finish
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Fig 3a
ambient, with a dry atmosphere, away from any
flammable materials and at a temperature
between -15 °C and +40 °C.
In any case, avoid any accidental impacts or
positioning which stresses the structure of the
apparatus.