Rockwell Automation 2500 CENTERLINE MCC Shipping, Handling and Receiving Instructions - Manual (Page 7)

Publication 2500-IN002A-EN-P—May 2006
CENTERLINE® 2500 Motor Control Centers Receiving, Handling and Storing 7
Storing CENTERLINE 2500 motor control centers are designed to be stored
according to the conditions described in IEC 60439-1:1999 + A1:2004, 6.3.1.
If it is necessary to store the motor control center for any extended length of
time, take the following precautions:
1. Wrap the motor control center in a covering of heavy-duty plastic or
similar material to help prevent the entry of dirt and dust.
2. Motor control centers not installed and energized immediately must be
stored in a clean, dry place. Maintain a storage temperature between -25°
C and +55° C. If the storage temperature fluctuates or humidity exceeds
60%, use a space heater (contact your local Rockwell Automation
representative for more information) to help prevent condensation. It is
preferable to store a motor control center in a heated building that
offers adequate air circulation and protection from dirt and moisture.
3. Motor control centers that are designed for indoor applications do not
have sufficient packaging for outdoor storage. If they are to be stored
outdoors, install temporary electrical heating (contact your local
Rockwell Automation representative for more information) to help
prevent condensation and add packaging for protection from the
outside elements. Ensure that space heaters are rated appropriately for
each column in the motor control center. Loose packaging and
flammable materials must be removed prior to energizing space heaters.
4. Unenergized motor control centers for outdoor use (IP 54) must be
kept dry internally by installing temporary heating (see item 3 above) or
energizing optional self-contained space heaters (contact your local
Rockwell Automation representative for more information).