This is the first edition of CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 297, Solid dielectric switchgear, one of a series of Standards issued by CSA Group under Part II of the Canadian Electrical Code.

1.1 This Standard applies to switchgear insulated with solid dielectric material including devices such as
a) switches;
b) interrupting devices, including reclosers;
c) circuit breakers; and
d) control, metering, protective, and regulating equipment with associated interconnections and supporting structures.

1.2 This Standard applies to equipment with a nominal voltage greater than 750 V and up to 46 kV that is intended to be used
a) in accordance with CSA C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part I;
b) in non-hazardous locations for indoor or outdoor use;
c) for controlling and protecting the power from generators or other sources; and
d) for supplying electrical energy to power and lighting circuits.

1.3 This Standard does not apply to air insulated switchgear or gas-insulated switchgear that is covered by CSA C22.2 No. 31.

1.4 Except for the requirements applicable to overhead fault interrupters as specified in Clause 9, fault interrupters are not within the scope of this Standard.