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(3) The load break switch and the circuit

coated with suitable oil or grease.

breakers should be inspected periodically. Inspect all

operating and machine parts for corrosion. Operate load

(5) Precautions should be taken so landing

gear does not sink into ground. The trailer should be

break switch and circuit breakers a few times.

completely lubricated and tire inflation checked for

proper pressure.

(4) For extended periods of storage all

machined parts of operating mechanisms should be

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with a crank type removable operating handle that is

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stowed in the storage cabinet. A removable bar covers

the operating handle socket and is locked in place by a

This section describes, locates, illustrates and furnishes

padlock. The operating handle socket escutcheon also

the operator, crew or organizational maintenance

has a switch position indicator, indicating "open" or

personnel sufficient information the controls and

"Closed."

instruments for proper operation of the substation.

(2) The upper front panel also has two

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switch inspection windows. These windows allow visual

inspection of the switch using a flashlight with no

High Voltage Cabinet (fig. 2-1.)

reflected glare. (fig. 2-5.)

(1) The load break switch is mounted

behind the 11 tipper front panel. This switch is operated

1 Switch inspections windows

2. Switch position indicator

3. Switch operating socket

4. Removable bar

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