About this document These operating instructions are part of the POLIM®4.5 ID surge arrester and describe safe and pro- per use for all phases of operation. Language of the original operating instructions: German Validity These operating instructions are valid only for the POLIM®4.5 ID surge arrester. Target group The target group of these operating instructions is professionals in the field of high-voltage technolo- The POLIM®4.5 ID may only be commissioned and maintained by persons instructed in proper use...
Basic safety precautions 2.2.1 Product safety The POLIM®4.5 ID has been constructed using state-of-the-art technology and officially recognised safety-related rules. Danger to life and health of the user or third parties could arise or damage of the POLIM®4.5 ID and other property could occur while the POLIM®4.5 ID is in use, however. The POLIM®4.5 ID is only to be used when it is in technically sound condition, for the intended purpose, and with safety and the possible dangers in mind while observing the operating instruc- tions.
Thanks to its extra high energy absorbing capability, the POLIM®4.5 ID is especially suited for over- voltage protection of locomotives and other apparatuses in railway applications The POLIM®4.5 ID is intended to be used indoors. Technical data The technical data, dimensions and weights are specified in the following documents: ...
Transportation, unpacking and storage Transportation CAUTION! Surge arresters not secured during transportation. Damage to surge arresters that have fallen during transport. Secure surge arresters against sliding or falling before transportation. Observe safety precautions printed on the packaging for proper handling during transportation and storage.
Commissioning Safety DANGER! System uses high voltage. Death, serious bodily harm and damage to the switching gear may result from an electric shock. Allow only authorised professionals to perform work on the surge arrester. Observe the safety rules of EN 50110-1 before working on the system: à...
Damage to the switching gear and the surge arrester. Do not use surge arresters intended for a.c. systems in d.c. systems. Observe the „Application guidelines“ from ABB Switzerland Ltd. Before mounting, ensure that the characteristic data on the rating plate of the surge arrester matches the requirements of the power system.
5.4.3 Earthing Observe national regulations and the requirements of the system owner. Connect surge arresters to the system ground via the shortest path. Observe recommended minimum diameters: copper Ø 40 mm aluminum Ø 80 mm 1HC0075079 AB | EN | Operating instructions...
Maintenance, upkeep Safety DANGER! System uses high voltage. Death, serious bodily harm and damage to the switching gear may result from an electric shock. Allow only authorised professionals to perform work on the surge arrester. Observe the safety rules of EN 50110-1 before working on the system: à...
Disposal POLIM®4.5 ID surge arresters are environmentally-friendly products which must be disposed of based on the respective applicable regional regulations in an environmentally-friendly manner. The materials should be given up for recycling. Constituent components are: silicone rubber (not halogenated) for the external insulation ...
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