IB-DU1000 Metal-Enclosed Bus - Powell Industries, Inc.

Metal-Enclosed BusIB-DU1000D. StorageBus systems as shipped must be protected from theweather at all times. For storage periods longer than90 days the bus shall be placed in a weathertight, wellventilated building and protected against vandalism.The floor shall be well drained. The area shall beprovided with uniform heating and temperaturecontrol or its equivalent to prevent condensation andcorrosion.For storage periods of 90 days or less the bus, withproper protection, may be stored in outdoor areasthat are marked and designated for storage. This areais to be well-drained, gravel covered or paved, andreasonably removed from construction areas andtraffic. Items shall be placed on pallets or shoringto allow for air circulation and to avoid trappingwater. A weatherproof covering shall be applied insuch a manner that it protects the equipment yetallow for air-circulation to minimize condensation.The equipment shall be inspected bi-monthly andcorrective action taken as required.The high potential test as described under Maintanenceshould be performed on each section of bus beforeinstallation. This test should also be performedbefore putting the bus into storage if the storageperiod will exceed 90 days. The internal surfaces ofthe bus must be clean and free of condensation ormoisture before attempting a high potential test.Powered by Safety ®