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    Part No. P807-0198 Rev. B 6/96 These instructions do not claim to cover all details or variations in equipment, nor to provide for all possible conditions to be met with concerning installation, operation, or maintenance of this equipment. If further information is desired or if particular problems are encountered which are not sufficiently covered[...]

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    Part No. P807-0198 Rev. B 6/96 INSTALLATION 2 Figure 4 Vertical Mount (STANDARD) The distribution style M3 disconnect switch is made for mounting to either a single or double crossarm in an inverted (Figure 3) or vertical position (Figure 4). NOTE: Four bolts must be used to mount on a double crossarm. Two bolts in center only may cause over bendin[...]

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    Part No. P807-0198 Rev. B 6/96 3 OPERATION Only qualified personnel should operate a disconnect switch. Such personnel should wear appropriate protective equipment such as rubber gloves, hard hat, safety glasses, etc., in accordance with established utility and safety practices. Do not attempt to open a disconnect switch to interrupt load current. [...]

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    Part No. P807-0198 Rev. B 6/96 MAINTENANCE The Chance M3 disconnect switch should require little maintenance. Following a program of periodic inspection and maintenance will prolong the life of the M3 switch. • Operate the switch periodically to clean contact surfaces and to free moving parts. • Check for burned or pitted contacts and replace i[...]