Rear-access switchboard doors open into stored material. What is required?

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Rear-access switchboard doors open into stored material. What is required?

ALock the rear doors
BUse storage as an arc barrier
Clear the required access and working space
DIncrease bus rating

Why C is correct

Rear-access equipment needs the working clearance and egress required by its exposed parts and service method. Storage obstructs maintenance and can add combustible material.

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Rear-access switchboard doors open into stored material. What is required?

Rear-access switchboard doors open into stored material. What is required?

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