6 OPERATION
Caution: This equipment employs electrical voltage and amperage levels which may be considered an electrical hazard. Care should be exercised to assure that only qualified personnel are allowed to install, operate, maintain, or otherwise come in contact with this equipment when the fuse platform is energized. Only insulated tools should be used on energized elements of the fuse platform.
All fuse platform circuits are operational as soon as power is applied to the input connectors. The alarm indicator should not light when power is applied.
Operation of the fuse platform consists of removing and replacing fuses when a fuse fails. If a fuse fails, the alarm indicator lights, and the external and remote alarms are activated (if present).
7 MAINTENANCE
Caution: This equipment employs electrical voltage and amperage levels which may be considered an electrical hazard. Care should be exercised to assure that only qualified personnel are allowed to install, operate, maintain, or otherwise come in contact with this equipment when the fuse platform is energized. Only insulated tools should be used on energized elements of the fuse platform.
7.1Inspection
Inspect the fuse platform periodically (every six months is recommended) for damage to the fuses and for damaged or broken wires on the power outputs and the external alarm connections. Inspect for excessive dust and dirt that may block the vents.
7.2Cleaning
If excessive dirt is found during the inspection, brush or wipe dust and dirt from the fuse platform with a soft bristle brush or soft cloth. Take care not to not damage the fuses or any wiring.
7.3Fuse Removal
The GMT fuses can be removed with the aid of a wire hook or
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