Title: SOP (Standard operating Procedure) for LT Panel PDI

FOURTH PARTNER ENERGY PVT. LTD

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CIN No: U40108AP2010PTC070806

 Following are the tests which were performed in LT Panel PDI:

Visual & Mechanical Checks:

● Check switchgear & all the components for any physical damage / defects.

● Check nameplate of panel with the actual/Approved design.

● Inspect enclosure’s for proper alignment, foundation and grounding.

● Inspect all covers, panel sections & doors for fixing along with painting.

● Check for proper alignment of primary and secondary contacts.

● Check components of the panel with the actual designs & BOM.

● Check for the Size of Busbar & verify Current carrying capacity.

● Check for operation of all mechanical interlocks.

● Check for tightness of all the bolted connections.

● Check for phasing connection of bus bar with the drawings.

● Perform mechanical check and visual inspection for breaker / Contractor as

per section.

● Perform mechanical check and visual inspection for instrument

transformers (CT’s) as per section.

● Perform mechanical check and visual inspection on all disconnect /

grounding switches as per section.

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Title: SOP (Standard operating Procedure) for LT Panel PDI
Insulation Resistance Test
The insulation resistance test is a DC evaluation test of the insulation and gives
a reliable indication of the presence of moisture, contamination or breakdown in
the insulation. This test also establishes a benchmark for future comparative
tests.

It includes panel enclosure, busbar, CT and circuit breaker. The following

precautions should be taken care, before starting the testing.

● A visual inspection to ensure the surface dust and moisture removal/ clear
from the component under test.

● Make sure the section is isolated from other joined system, which may feed to
other sections or circuits which aren’t under test.

● On testing, voltage shall be applied between one phase and other phases
connected with ground, testing shall be repeated for other phases as
mentioned above.

● Test voltage limits mentioned in table below:

Rated voltage  Test Voltage 

100-1000V AC/DC  1000V DC 

>1000 to <5000V AC  2500V DC 

> 5000V AC  5000V DC 

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Contact Resistance Test

Contacts are to be checked periodically, else resistance develops due to
frequent arcing, which decreases the contacts current carrying capability. This can
identify the quality mating of the contact surfaces and pivot points. Contact resistance
should be maintained as low as possible to reduce localized heating and power losses.

● Is to confirm the busbar joints are connected properly and tight.

● The test shall be done with CBs inserted and closed.

● Calculate the contact dc resistance among panels by applying 100A DC. This
will evolve busbar joint, CB contact resistance, CB cluster resistance, and CT
primary resistance (if applicable).

● The obtained results should be similar for all phases for each set of
measurement.

● Length of the measured track, rating of the busbar, CB and CT and

temperature or other influencing factors to be considered

High Voltage Test

● To determine the equipment is in proper condition to put in service, as it was
designed and to predict the healthy status or if deterioration is underway
which can shorten.

● To conduct the test all connections to the earth circuit should be removed.

● Furthermore, electronic equipment for control/ signal/ electronic instrument or

DC control equipment which are included in the control circuit, shall be
disconnected or removed during the test.

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Acceptance Applicable/Not
A General checks Type of check criteria Applicable
1 Visual inspection Physical Witness  
2 Dimensional check Measurement Witness  
3 BOM check Verification Witness  
4 Paint thickness check Measurement Witness  
5 verification of type test certificates Verification Witness  
verification of brought items test
6 certificates Verification Witness  
7 Bus bar calculation sheet Verification Witness  
8 Wiring check (Ferrules & connections) Verification Witness  
9 Recommended protection relay settings Verification Witness  
B Routine tests      
Insulation resistance test (Before HV test &
1 after HV test) Measurement Witness  
2 HV test Measurement Witness  
3 Polarity test for CT's & PT's Measurement Witness  
4 Primary injection test & Ration test Measurement    
Breaker operational tests (Electrical &
5 Mechanical) Physical Witness  
6 Functional tests Physical Witness  
Numerical relay configuration & Functional
7 check Physical Witness  
8 Sequential tests Physical Witness  

Benefits of Switchgear Testing

● Reduce your business risks by meeting regulatory requirements and
standards.

● Increase quality and safety of your products and processes.

● Save time and costs.

● Shorten your time-to-market and increase market access by partnering with

an expert in regulatory requirements and standards.

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