Connecting the Drawout Device

Drawout Device Handling Conditions

Connection or disconnection of the drawout device requires insertion of the racking handle. When chassis locking by keylocks, padlocks, or an open door lock are in place, the racking handle cannot be inserted.

DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION OR ARC FLASH Apply appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safe electrical work practices. See NFPA 70E or CSA Z462 or local equivalent. This equipment must only be installed and serviced by qualified electrical personnel. Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

NOTICE
HAZARD OF EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Use the provided racking handle to rack the device into or out of chassis. Do not use power tools for racking. Do not turn the handle after position release button has popped out. Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage.

Racking-in a Drawout Device Demonstration Video

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The video also includes demonstration of:

Racking-out a drawout device
Removing a drawout device from the chassis
Installing a drawout device in the chassis

Racking-in the Device from Disconnected to Test Position

Step	Action
1	Remove the racking handle from its storage space.
2	Insert the racking handle into the racking handle socket. NOTE: If the IBPO racking interlock option is installed, press the opening pushbutton to allow insertion of the racking handle.
3	Push the position release button.
4	Turn the racking handle clockwise. Result: The device moves back in the chassis.
5	When the test position is reached, the position release button pops out and the mechanism blocks the racking handle. Result: The device is in the test position.

Racking-in the Device from Test to Connected Position

Step	Action
1	Push the position release button.
2	Turn the racking handle clockwise. Result: The device moves back in the chassis.
3	When the connected position is reached, the position release button pops out and the mechanism blocks the racking handle. Result: The device is in the connected position.
4	Remove the racking handle from the racking socket.
5	Put the racking handle back into its storage space.