Cooper Crouse-Hinds EDS Serie Mode D'emploi

EDS, EFS, EDSC and EFSC Series
Single and Two Gang Device Bodies
Installation & Maintenance Information
APPLICATION
Crouse-Hinds® Electrical Construction Materials EDS and EDSC
series single and two gang device bodies are intended for use with
Crouse-Hinds DS, and DSD series control station covers, and
Crouse-Hinds CPS, ENR, and GFS series receptacle and ground
fault circuit interrupter covers. When properly assembled, the
complete assemblies are suitable for use in Class I and Class II
INSTALLATION
WARNING
Electrical power must be turned OFF before and during
installation and maintenance.
1. Select a mounting location that will provide suitable strength
and rigidity for supporting all contained wiring and control
devices. Figure 1 shows mounting dimensions for EDS, EDSC,
EFS and EFSC series device bodies. Drill mounting holes for
5/16 inch diameter mounting hardware.
2. Securely fasten body to the mounting surface, then attach into
conduit system. Install approved conduit sealing fittings when
required. Read CAUTION statement below.
CAUTION
• Conduit sealing fittings may be required to be installed to
comply with the requirements of the CEC or NEC, Section
501-5 and/or 502-5, plus any other applicable standards.
Refer to information published in Crouse-Hinds Catalog or to
information in the Installation and Maintenance Information
Sheet for each cover to be installed on the EDS, EFS and
EDSC series bodies to determine the need for sealing
fittings.
• All unused conduit openings must be plugged with Crouse-
Hinds type PLG plugs that are approved for hazardous
areas. Plugs must engage a minimum of five full threads
and be a minimum of 1/8 inch thick.
3. Refer to the Installation and Maintenance Information Sheet
provided with each cover to be installed to complete the
installation.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Always disconnect primary power source before opening
enclosure for inspection or service.
CAUTION
Hammers or prying tools must not be used, they may damage
the flat ground joint surfaces. Do not handle covers roughly, or
place them on surfaces that might damage or scratch the flat
ground joint surfaces. Keep mating surfaces clean of dirt, grit, or
other foreign materials.
IF328 • 4/00
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Copyright © 2000, Cooper Industries, Inc.
hazardous (classified) locations as defined by the National Electrical
Code® (NEC) and Canadian Electrical Code (CEC). Refer to
specific application information published in Crouse-Hinds Catalog or
to information provided on the products to determine the hazardous
location suitability of each of the many cover/body combinations
which are available.
1 . Regular inspection should be made.
maintenance should be determined by the environment and
frequency of use. It is recommended that it should be at least
once a year.
2. Perform visual, electrical, and mechanical checks on all
components on a regular basis.
• Visually check for undue heating evidenced by discoloration of
wires or other components, damaged or worn parts, or
corrosion in the interior.
• Electrically check to make sure that all connections within the
enclosure are clean and tight, and that contacts in the
components make or break as required.
• Mechanically check that all parts are properly assembled, and
operating mechanisms move freely.
• Check to see that the ground joint surfaces of the body and
cover are free of scratches, mars, grit, or other imperfections
that might impair mating of the two components and the
explosionproof and dust-ignition-proof integrity of the product in
operation.
• Check all cover screws to make sure that they have been
tightened with a screwdriver and cannot be removed by hand.
3. We recommend an Electrical Preventive Maintenance program
as described in the National Fire Protection Association Bulletin
NFPA No. 70B.
®National Electrical Code is a Registered Trademark of the National Fire Protection Association
IF 328
A schedule for
Page 1