Disconnecting 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-out a Drawout Device Demonstration Video

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The video also includes demonstration of:

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

Racking-out the Device from Connected to Test Position

Step	Action
1	Press the opening pushbutton to open the device.
2	Remove the racking handle from its storage space.
3	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.
4	Push in the position release button.
5	Turn the racking handle counterclockwise. Result: The device moves forward in the chassis.
6	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-out the Device from Test to Disconnected Position

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