Can a circuit breaker be racked out when in the closed position?
The circuit breaker cannot normally be pulled out directly while in the closed position.First, safety design considerationsPrevent arc hazardsWhen the circuit breaker is in the closed position, current usually passes through the circuit. If the circuit breaker is forcibly pulled out at this time, an electric arc may occur. Arcing is a high-temperature, high-energy discharge phenomenon that can pose a serious burn and electric shock hazard to operators. For example, in high-voltage circuits, the