UN 5000 User's Manual: Storage and Decommissioning

UN 5000 User’s manual
Chapter 9
Storage and Decommissioning
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Contents:
9 Storage and Decommissioning 9-3
9.1 Preservation and Storage 9-3

9.1.1 Safety Instructions 9-3
9.1.2 Why You Should Read this Chapter 9-3
9.1.3 Storage Conditions 9-3
9.1.4 Preservation 9-3
9.1.5 Periodical Inspections 9-4
9.2 Decommissioning 9-4

9.2.1 Safety Instructions 9-4
9.2.2 Why You Should Read this Chapter 9-4
9.2.3 Excitation System Standstill 9-4
9.2.4 Excitation System Intermediate Storage 9-5
9.2.5 Dismantling the Excitation System and Separation of Materials 9-5
9.2.6 Disposal and Recycling 9-5

9 Storage and Decommissioning
9.1 Preservation and Storage
9.1.1 Safety Instructions

Danger Do not step on top of the excitation system!
You could be injured.
Note Always store the excitation system in an upright

position!
9.1.2 Why You Should Read this Chapter

In this chapter you will find the best ways to store the excitation system. ABB defines
exactly various aspects that have to be observed to keep the top performance of the
system. You will find useful information on the allowed environmental conditions for
avoiding damages or incorrect operation. Pay special attention to all safety instructions.
9.1.3 Storage Conditions

The minimum requirements for storage are defined on the basis of IEC 721-3-2
'Classification of environmental conditions.
• Classification: 1K2 */ 1B1 / 1C1 / 1S1 / 1M1
• Storage time: 1 year
• Microclimatic class: X2 / Y1
* max. allowed temperature: +55°C
Pay attention to always fulfil the following environmental conditions during the storage
period:
• Air temperature: -25 ... +55°C
• Relative air humidity: 5% ... 85%
9.1.4 Preservation
Take the following measures, if you want to store the excitation system for one year. In
case of a longer storage period contact ABB service organization.
1. Install and fix the excitation system on a wooden frame or palette.

2. Cover all cable and air inlets and outlets with a wooden plate. Insert an
impermeable plastic or aluminum foil between the cover and the opening.

3. Add the desiccant of the appropriate quality: 1 unit desiccant (30g) absorbing 6g
water vapour. You need the following quantity with respect to the packaging
material:
- PE foil: 10 units/sqm foil
- ALU foil: 8 units/sqm foil
4. Close the doors and lock them.
5. Use polyethylene or aluminum-combination foil as humidity barrier of the following
quality:
- PE foil: 0,3g/sqm/24h water vapor diffusion
- ALU foil: 0,01g/sqm/24h water vapor diffusion
6. Add humidity indicators (e.g. mechanical hygrometers) within the packaging. Place
them on the converter front doors for example.
9.1.5 Periodical Inspections

During the storage period you should control the storage conditions and the condition
of the excitation system every month. For this reason check the condition of the
packaging. Pay attention to damages caused by mechanical forces, water/humidity
and heat/fire.
If the packaging is damaged or you find damages caused by water/humidity or
heat/fire you have to unpack the excitation system and to check its condition outside
and inside. Before storing the excitation system once again all damages have to be
removed. Preserve the excitation system as described above under paragraph 9.1.4
"Preservation".
9.2 Decommissioning
9.2.1 Safety Instructions
Danger You can be injured if you try to do decommissioning

work on the excitation system without knowing enough
about it. Be sure you have sufficient knowledge,
experience, and the proper tools before you attempt
any converter decommissioning task !
9.2.2 Why You Should Read this Chapter

This chapter tells you about the correct decommissioning of the excitation system.
This includes all preparatory work and helpful hints on avoiding damages and
environmental compatible procedures. Be sure to follow all the instructions as
described below or you can be injured. Pay special attention to all safety instructions.
9.2.3 Excitation System Standstill

In case of a short time excitation system standstill (less than 6 months) please observe
the following instruction in order to avoid damages:

Note Pay attention to the preservation and storage instructions
(see chapter 9.1 of this manual).
1. Disconnect all power supplies and connect to earth.

2. Put the circuit breaker in its test position if applicable.
3. Protect the excitation system against dust, humidity, dirt, and other detrimental
influences (preservation: see chapter 9.1.4 of this manual).
4. Inspect periodically the condition of the excitation system (see chapter 9.1.5 of this
manual).
9.2.4 Excitation System Intermediate Storage

Danger Before removing the external cable connections switch off
Electricity all power supplies
1. Disconnect all power supplies and connect to earth.

2. Put the circuit breaker in its test position if applicable.
3. Discharge the circuit breaker spring system if applicable.
4. Observe the following cable connection dismounting sequence:
1. Mark all cable connections.
2. Dismount the power cables.
3. Dismount the control cables.
4. Dismount the earthing cables/bars.
5. Refer to chapter 9.1.3 for all other storage measures.
9.2.5 Dismantling the Excitation System and Separation of Materials

Do not forget that used materials can serve as raw materials for another purpose. For
environmentally compatible waste handling please contact your community or the local
waste disposal company.
9.2.6 Disposal and Recycling

Contact your local authorities for more detailed information about disposal and
recycling of materials and components. Note that the future quality of our environment
depends on what we are doing today for environmental protection.

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Document number Lang. Rev. ind. Sheet

ABB Schweiz AG 3BHS114940 E80 en 9-1

9.1 Preservation and Storage 9-3

9.2 Decommissioning 9-4

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ABB Schweiz AG 3BHS114940 E80 en 9-2

9.1 Preservation and Storage

9.1.1 Safety Instructions

Note Always store the excitation system in an upright

9.1.2 Why You Should Read this Chapter

9.1.3 Storage Conditions

1. Install and fix the excitation system on a wooden frame or palette.

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ABB Schweiz AG 3BHS114940 E80 en 9-3

9.1.5 Periodical Inspections

9.2.1 Safety Instructions

Danger You can be injured if you try to do decommissioning

9.2.2 Why You Should Read this Chapter

9.2.3 Excitation System Standstill

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1. Disconnect all power supplies and connect to earth.

9.2.4 Excitation System Intermediate Storage

1. Disconnect all power supplies and connect to earth.

9.2.5 Dismantling the Excitation System and Separation of Materials

9.2.6 Disposal and Recycling

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