Removing the Drawout Device

Removing a Drawout Device Demonstration Video

To access a demonstration video about removing a drawout device, you can click here, scan the QR code, or copy and paste the link to your Web browser:

The video also includes demonstration of:

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

Device Removal

NOTICE
HAZARD OF EQUIPMENT DAMAGE The chassis must be securely fastened when installing or removing the device. Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage.

Step	Action
1	With the device in the disconnected position, discharge the closing spring by pressing the closing pushbutton. If the closing spring is charged, the device closes. NOTE: For drawout devices fitted with the optional DAE automatic spring-discharge interlock, the closing spring is discharged when the device is moved from disconnected to withdrawn position.
2	Press the opening pushbutton to open the device.
3	Press and hold the rail release tabs towards the back.
4	Pull out the rails to the maximum by pulling on the drawout grips. Result: The device is supported on the rails, clear of the chassis and ready to be lifted.

Lifting the Device

Both the device and chassis have a carrying grip for lifting. To lift the device, use an overhead lifting device attached to the carrying grip, following the directions given in this section.

DANGER
HAZARD OF DEVICE FALLING Be sure that lifting equipment has lifting capacity for the device being lifted. Follow manufacturer’s instructions for use of lifting equipment. Wear hard hat, safety shoes, and heavy gloves. Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

Lift the device from the chassis rails by using the carrying grip located on the sides of the device.

Device Weights

The following table shows the weights of the different devices available.

Number of poles	Device	MTZ2	MTZ3
3P	Moving part (Drawout)	50 kg	120 kg
	Chassis	40 kg	105 kg
	Fixed Device	50 kg	120 kg
4P	Moving part (Drawout)	65 kg	160 kg
	Chassis	55 kg	140 kg
	Fixed Device	65 kg	160 kg