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DE-ENERGIZED SYSTEM INSPECTION

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ELECTRICAL HAZARD

Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or serious injury.

Cabinet ID:

 

Technician:

 

Date:

 

External Visual Inspection

Task

Pass/Fail

Notes

Confirm there is no deformation, scratches, rust, other defects in appearance

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Confirm there is no abnormality at welded seams, no peeling of paint, bubbles, and the color is consistent.

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Internal Visual Inspection

✅ Fire Suppression System

Task

Pass/Fail

Notes

Confirm the smoke sensor, temperature sensor, and fire extinguishing device (Aerosol) are mounted securely and the tightening marks drawn with a marker for the screws have not shifted.

  • Wiggle smoke alarms, temperature alarms, and fire extinguishing devices by hand to see if they are secure.

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Fire Suppression System

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✅ Cable Connections

Task

Pass/Fail

Notes

Check that the DC cables are properly connected.

  • Gently pull on the DC cable without opening the connector buckle. Do not pull it with force.

    • The purpose is to verify wiring is secure.

    • Open the connector buckle when removing the cable.

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DC cable connections

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Check that the communication cables are properly connected.

  • Gently pull on the communication cable without opening the connector buckle. Do not pull it with force.

    • The purpose is to verify wiring is secure.

    • Open the connector buckle when removing the cable.

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Communication Cable Connections

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Check that the auxiliary power cables are properly connected.

  • Gently pull on the auxiliary power cable connector without opening the connector buckle. Do not pull it with force.

    • The purpose is to verify wiring is secure.

    • Open the connector buckle when removing the cable. 

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Auxiliary Power Cable Connections

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✅ Manual Service Disconnect (MSD)

Task

Pass/Fail

Notes

Visually inspect the MSD (Manual Service Disconnect) of each battery pack.

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  • Check for any discoloration.

  • Check if MSD is loose.

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Insulation test

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Insulation Testing

Task

Pass/Fail

Notes

Check the positive insulation resistance value

  • Place your insulation meter (red +) test lead on the battery rack main positive terminal, (black -) test lead on the cabinet ground screw location.

    • Insulation meter settings: 1,000 Vdc, test time 60 s, insulation resistance value upper limit ∞, insulation resistance value lower limit 100 MΩ.

    • The measured insulation resistance value should be > 100 MΩ.

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Check the negative insulation resistance value

  • Place your insulation meter (red +) test lead on the battery rack main negative terminal, (black -) test lead on the cabinet shell.

    • Insulation meter settings: 1000 Vdc, test time 60 s, insulation resistance value upper limit ∞, insulation resistance value lower limit 100 MΩ.

    • The measured insulation resistance value should be > 100 MΩ.

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✅ High Voltage Box

Task

Pass/Fail

Notes

Inspect the HVB for physical damage, corrosion, deformation, and signs of overheating.

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Confirm all cables are securely fastened.

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NOTE

Remove and inspect the High Voltage Box every 5 years, only when replacing the UPS battery.

  1. Power Supplies

  2. UPS Battery

  3. 350 A Fuses

  4. BCU

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Task

Pass/Fail

Notes

Remove the High Voltage Box (HVB) from the AES Cabinet.

  • Check all visible cable connections within the HVB for integrity and security.

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  • Inspect HV fuses, relays, CAN connections, and terminal connections.

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