Limitation of SettlementsThe limitation of settlements is of importance for avoidance of excessive GIS switchgear equipmentstresses.The indoor GIS switchgear equipment slab / foundation shall be constructed to the design level asspecified in the civil construction drawing(s). The acceptable variations from this level are limited bysettlements specified under this clause. An addition of limit values of below specified tolerances forsettlements, tilting and deflections is not allowed.In case, ENGINEER’s settlement calculations exceed one of below specified values, ENGINEER shallconsult SIEMENS for clarification on further civil design steps.