Specification For Electrical Installations: Rev. Date Description/issued For Prepared Authorised Client: Project: Title

SPECIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL
INSTALLATIONS
2 Nov 2021 Overall Modifications and Updates MT MD

1 20-02-2012 Revised different sections as marked SKN AMD
0 02-02-2002 Approved Issue
rev. date Description/issued for prepared authorised
client: TRANSCO/ ADDC/ AADC

project: STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR WATER WORKS
title: SPECIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS
project phase: project: document: W-E-SS-013 rev: 2 sheet: 1 of: 55

1. SCOPE ................................................................................................................. 4
2. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS............................................................................... 4
3. STANDARDS AND CODES ................................................................................. 4
3.1 Standards ..................................................................................................... 4
3.2 Local Regulations ......................................................................................... 5
4. SITE CONDITIONS .............................................................................................. 6
4.1 General......................................................................................................... 6
5. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ....................................................................................... 6
6. DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS ............................................................................... 6
6.1 Cabling Works .............................................................................................. 7
6.2 Lighting and Small Power System ................................................................ 7
6.3 Earthing and Lightning Protection ................................................................ 9
6.4 Power System Design .................................................................................. 9
6.5 Switchroom Layout Design & Requirements .............................................. 10
7. GENERAL CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS ............................................... 10
8. INSTALLATION SPECIFICATION ..................................................................... 12
8.1 Scope ......................................................................................................... 12
8.2 Lighting and Small Power System Installation Works ................................. 13
8.3 Transformers .............................................................................................. 17
8.4 Battery and Charges .................................................................................. 17
8.5 Cable Installation ........................................................................................ 18
8.6 Electrical Variable Speed Drive System (EVSDS) Installation.................... 22
8.7 Earthing System Installation Works ............................................................ 23
Client TRANSCO/ ADDC/ AADC

Project: STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR WATER WORKS
Title: SPECIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS
Project phase: project: document: W-E-SS-013 rev: 2 sheet: 2 of: 55

9. FIELD INSPECTION AND TESTING ................................................................. 25
9.1 General....................................................................................................... 25
9.2 Motor Tests ................................................................................................ 25
9.3 Grounding Resistance Tests ...................................................................... 25
9.4 Transformer Tests ...................................................................................... 25
9.5 33 kV and L.V. Switchgear Tests ............................................................... 26
9.6 Electrical Variable Speed Drive System Tests (EVSDS) ............................ 26
9.7 DC Supply System and Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Units ........... 26
9.8 Cable Installation Tests .............................................................................. 26
9.9 Wiring Insulation Tests ............................................................................... 27
9.10 Lighting and Small Power Systems Tests .................................................. 27
9.11 Functional Tests ......................................................................................... 28
9.12 Measurement of Harmonic Levels .............................................................. 28
10. ACCEPTANCE OF WORK ................................................................................. 28
11. INSPECTION FORMS ........................................................................................ 29


1. SCOPE
This specification covers the general scope of work for the electrical installations to be carried
out for the project.
The works shall cover the detail design, installation, connection, testing and commissioning of
all electrical works related to the project including supply of all required installation materials
such as frames, supports, fixings, trays, conduits, and all required accessories for installing the
specified equipment's.
2. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
The specification details the broad guidelines for installations, testing and commissioning of
electrical equipment. The work shall be carried out as per standard practices, vendors specific
instruction and to the approval of OWNER/ENGINEER.
The installation, testing, pre-commissioning checks and commissioning of the major

equipments such as MV switchgear, protection relays, power transformers, variable speed
drives, medium voltage motors etc. shall be carried out under the supervision of the equipment
manufacturers representative.
Tests on electrical equipments shall be carried out according to the inspection forms provided
in OWNER/ENGINEER standard specification for water works as a minimum. However, all
tests which are required to be carried out in accordance with equipment manufacturers
recommendation and those included in Particular specification shall also be carried out by the
CONTRACTOR.
The installation of the electrical system, equipment and materials shall be carried out as laid
down in this specification, supplemented by other documents and drawings included in tender.
In case further drawings, calculations, documents, etc., are required for completing the work,
these shall be provided by the CONTRACTOR and deemed to be included in the contract price.
It shall be noted that, all tender drawings, details are indicative. It shall be the CONTRACTORs
responsibility to evaluate the complete and detailed requirements of the installation for proper
operation.
The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for providing all tools, instruments and equipment
necessary for the installation, testing and commissioning and proper operation of entire
electrical system.
3. STANDARDS AND CODES
The electrical installation works shall be carried out in compliance with the requirements
contained in the latest editions and supplements of the following Standards, Codes and
regulations: -
3.1 Standards
- Miniature fuses- IEC 60127-1

- Low voltage fuses IEC 60269


- Cable trunking and ducting system for electrical installations IEC 61084
- Electrical Installations of buildings IEC 60364
- Specification for PVC insulated cables of rated voltages

up to and including 450/750 V IEC 60227
- Power cable with extruded insulation and their accessories

for rated voltages from 1kV up to 30 kV IEC 60502
- Calculation of the continuous current rating of cables IEC 60287-1-1

(100% load factor)
- Nominal cross-sectional areas and composition IEC 60228

of conductors of insulated cables
- Rubber insulated flexible cables and cords with IEC 60245-1

circular conductors and a rated voltage not exceeding 750V
- Standards colours for p.v.c. insulation for IEC 60304

low frequency cables and wires
- General purpose and specification for luminaires IEC 60598

emergency lighting
- Outside diameters of conduits for electrical IEC 60423

installations and threads for conduits & fittings
- Specification for conduits for IEC 61386-21

electrical installations
- Conduit system for cable management IEC 61386-1

part 1: General requirements
Note: All standards which are no longer valid have to be replaced by the latest valid version.
3.2 Local Regulations
- Regulations for Electrical Installation Works by OWNER/ENGINEER.


4. SITE CONDITIONS
4.1 General
For general climatic conditions applicable to the project installations, refer to Specifications for
General Technical Requirements.
5. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The electrical distribution system at the above mentioned sites are as follows:
Electrical supply : 3 Phase, 11kV, 22kV, 33kV AC, 50 Hz
Electrical distribution : 3 Phase, neutral & earth 400/230V AC, 50 Hz
System variations : - voltage, plus or minus 10%
- frequency, plus or minus 5%
- combined absolute, voltage and frequency

variations not more than 5%.
6. DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS
The design shall generally comply with IEC, IEEE, BS, VDE, regulations and the specific local
regulations of OWNER.
Design considerations for all electrical equipment, materials and installation shall take into
account the following: -
- Above specified standards and site conditions
- Above specified electrical system and variation
- Voltage drop in cables shall not exceed the following, in percent of system nominal line-to
neutral voltage:
...Motor feeders (starting) 15%
...Motors feeder (running) 5%
- The voltage drops at buses shall not exceed values which cause manetically-held contactors
supplied from the buses to chatter or drop out and shall not exceed values which prevent the
contactors from remaining closed when carrying motor locked rotor current during re-
acceleration.


6.1 Cabling Works
Cables for lighting feeders shall be sized to ensure that voltage drops shall not exceed 5 % of
lamp rated voltage (comprising not more than 3% in the feeder to the lighting panel and not
more than 2% in the feeders from the panel to the lamp)
Voltage spread at lighting fixtures shall not exceed +5% of the rated lamp or ballast voltage.
The cables voltage grade shall be suitable for the application and as per local regulations.
Particular attention shall be given for the system neutral earthling.
CONTRACTOR shall submit cable sizing calculations for review and approval.
The incomer cables to distribution boards and other panels shall be sized for the bus bar rating,
and not on the operating load.
All cables within the station shall be installed inside concrete cable trenches/ducts with
removable concrete covers and incorporated cable trays/ladders.
Each cable tray/ladders shall have at least 15 – 20 % spare capacity.
A cable cellar or raised floor shall be provided below the electrical panel rooms with cable
ladder racks, segregated for different voltage grades.
Cables shall not be sized to withstand the short circuit rating of the connected switchboard, for
a duration of at least 1 sec.
PVC cable marker tiles shall be of high impact resistant, hard PVC, flame retardant type. Use of
regenerated PVC, PE or PP is prohibited. Tiles shall be with interlocking profile to join one
cover to the next. Dimension of the tiles shall be 300 mm (W) x 2 mm (T) x 1000 mm (L). The
warning messages shall be embossed on printed. The colour of the plate shall be yellow or
black which shall remain permanent and non fading. Material and colour of the cable cover
plate shall be resistant to chemical influences likely to be encountered when buried in the
ground.
Class of PVC pipes for cable duct banks at road crossings shall be Class 16.
6.2 Lighting and Small Power System
Lighting design shall provide the following average minimum illumination levels at the floor level
in a horizontal panel:
(1) Pump Rooms 200 Ix

(2) Motor-Rooms 200 Ix
(3) Workshops 200 Ix
(4) Stores 100 Ix
(5) Chlorination Room 150 Ix
(6) Walkways, Stairs etc. 100 Ix
(7) Offices, messes, etc. 400 Ix
(8) Control Room 500 Ix
(9) Battery Room 200 Ix


(10) Switch Rooms 300 Ix
(11) Cable basement/cellar 100 Ix
(12) Toilets / Washrooms 100 Ix
(13) Entrance hall /lobby 150 Ix
(14) Corridors 100 Ix
(15) Loading bay 100 Ix
(16) Transformer bay 100 Ix
(17) Street Lighting 50 Ix
(18) Area Lighting 50 Ix
(19) Metering skids, shafts 100 Ix
All outdoor shelters shall be provided with lighting with minimum 100 Ix level. General lighting
illumination level to be considered around the tanks/reservoir is 30 Ix. At operational location in
these areas it shall be 100 Ix.
Design and layout of lighting fixtures shall take into account aesthetic consideration;
maintenance access and distribution in three phases to achieve load balance.
Control of lighting circuits shall be from dedicated lighting panels. Lighting circuit shall be 2 pole
(SPN) and protected maximum with 16 A circuit breakers. Load per circuit shall be limited to
12 A.
Outdoor lighting shall be controlled by photocell.
30% of the lighting in each indoor area or room shall be connected to emergency circuit fed
from AC UPS.
In remote areas emergency lights shall be provided with built-in conversion kits and battery
backup for a duration of 3 hours.
The type of lighting fixtures shall be as follows:
(1) Indoor /LED
(2) Pump Hall High bay metal halide long life lamps supplemented
by low Level fluorescent fixtures/LED
(3) Area/ Street Lighting LED
(4) Flood Lighting /LED
CONTRACTOR shall submit lighting illumination level calculations for review / approval.
Switches. Socket outlets, lighting fixtures located in cable cellar shall be (min) IP55 protected.
Switches and sockets shall not be installed in battery rooms. Light control switches and exhaust
fan switches for battery room shall be located outside near door.
Lighting fixtures exhaust fans and other electrical equipments in battery room shall be
explosion proof and corrosion resistant.


Lighting fixtures in electrical rooms shall be arranged considering the panel array inside the
rooms with minimum specified illumination levels at all parts of the rooms.
Outdoor lighting fixtures shall be with metallic housing and glass reflectors suitable for 55 ºC
ambient temperature. Fixtures incorporating plastic materials are not acceptable.
6.3 Earthing and Lightning Protection
The design of the earthing and lighting protection system shall be as per IEC and/or BS and the
applicable OWNER regulations.
The minimum value of earth resistance between and point on the system and the earth shall
not exceed one ohm for electrical equipment and seven ohms for lightning protection or static
electricity discharge.
Prior to designing the system, CONTRACTOR shall undertake soil resistivity measurements at
site, which shall be used as inputs for the design.
CONTRACTOR shall submit calculations for the earthing system for review and approval.
The main earth ring shall from a closed loop to interconnect all the earth pits. The main earth
ring shall be of PVC insulated stranded copper conductor.
Each neutral shall be connected to a dedicated earth pit. All earth pits shall be interconnected
and shall from part of the main earth grid. MV neutral is resistance earthed, to limit earth fault
current. LV neutral shall be solidly earthed. The system shall be designed to suit the neutral
earthing arrangement provided.
6.4 Power System Design
Following voltage drop limits shall also be applicable:
(1) For main incoming cables – 2% per incomer feeder, at 100 % load.
(2) For all other power supply distribution feeders (running condition) – total 2.5 % up to final
loads.
CONTRACTOR shall carry out all power system design including, but not limited to the
following:
(1) Fault level studies.

(2) Equipment sizing (Transformers, Switchgear Rating; UPS, Batteries etc.)
(3) Load schedule separately for MV and LV loads.
(4) Power factor improvement capacitor sizing.
(5) Relay setting coordination curves for each type of fault and relay setting schedules.
(6) Current transformer sizing calculations.
(7) Earth grid sizing and resistance calculations.
The studies shall be supported by calculations, compute aided analysis as required and
submitted for review /approval.


The load schedule shall identify and list all the loads of the station and categories them as
continuous, intermittent and standby.
Following diversity factors shall be applied:
(1) For continuous loads – 1.0

(2) For intermittent loads – 0.3
(3) For standby loads – 0.1
Equipment sizing for transformers, switchgear bus ratings shall consider a margin of 20 %
above the total connected load.
The equipment rating indicated on the tender documents are the minimum required. Sizes of
transformers, switchgears and associated items, will depend on the selection of the main
equipment and its auxiliaries, by the CONTRACTOR. Hence, any increase in the rating of the
transformers, switchgears and associated item, shall estimated and size by the CONTRACTOR
and provided, fully complying with the specification requirements. No variations in cost for lump
sum items or time will be acceptable after award CONTRACTOR.
6.5 Switchgear room Layout Design & Requirements
For new switchgear rooms for the following minimum clearances (in mm) shall be provided.
(1) In front of MV switchgear - 2500

(2) In front of LV switchgear - 2500
(3) Rear of MV switchgear - 1000
(4) Rear of LV switchgear -1000 (see note)
(5) Around transformers - 1000
(6) Highest point of equipment to lowest point of beam - 500
Note: 100 mm for floor mounted sub-main distribution boards at rear, if no rear access is
required.
Switchgear room layout shall have 600mm clearances between all panels when doors fully
opened.
The minimum clear height available in cable cellar shall be 2000 mm i.e. from finished floor
level to bottom of roof beam.
New MV switchgear room doors shall be provided with a panic bar – push to open type.
7. GENERAL CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS
The electrical installation work shall comply with the latest applicable international or local
standards. Nothing in the specification shall be constructed to relieve the CONTRACTOR of
this responsibility.
The CONTRACTOR shall coordinate with OWNER/ENGINEER for all matters relating to
construction, operation, safety, etc.


Use shall be made of exclusively new and modern materials, satisfactory for the intended
purpose.
All material to be used for construction shall be subject to prior approval of

OWNER/ENGINEER. Manufacture's catalogues and/or samples shall be submitted for approval
before purchase of the material.
The CONTRACTOR shall furnish all tools, welding equipment, rigging materials, testing
equipment, test connection kits etc. required for complete installation, testing and commissioning
of items included in the contract work.
All electrical equipment shall be delivered to job sites just prior to their installation to minimize
the possibility of damage.
No electrical equipment shall be left lying around on the construction site.
Electrical equipment supplied as units for assembly at site shall be clearly marked to facilitate
assembly.
Materials and equipment not required for immediate installation shall be stored in a separate
store protecting them from shock, weather, dust and damage from chemical or construction
material.
Upon receipt, each item shall be checked for complete compliance with purchase specifications,
damage, shortage of components, repaired or replaced.
All covers and plugs on equipment connections shall be left in place until the moment the
connections are used.
The work shall be carried out as per the manufacturer's instructions and approved drawings. In
case of any doubt/misunderstanding as to the interpretations of the drawings or instructions,
necessary clarifications shall be obtained and approved by OWNER/ENGINEER. The
CONTRACTOR shall be held responsible for any damage to any equipment and
material.
The CONTRACTOR shall engage where necessary specialist engineers from equipment
manufacturer to supervise installation, testing and commissioning of specified equipment or
materials, CONTRACTOR shall extend full co-operation to these specialist engineers and carry
out the works to their instruction. The works may include rewiring/modifications as may be
necessary during commissioning.
The CONTRACTOR shall carry out touch-up painting to equipment soiled, marred or damaged
during installation or handling. The paint shall be supplied by the CONTRACTOR.
Care shall be exercised in handling equipment to avoid distortion to stationary structures,

marring of finish, or damaging of delicate instruments or other electrical parts.
In order to avoid hazard to personnel moving around an equipment such as switchgear etc.
which is kept charged after installation such equipment shall be cordoned off for safety reasons.
The CONTRACTOR shall ensure good quality workmanship and assign qualified
supervisors/engineers and competent skilled labor, careful and experienced in their trades.
The OWNER/ENGINEER reserve the right to reject personnel they consider not competent or
not suitable for the type of work.


Equipment shall be installed in a neat workmanship like manner so that it is level, plumb, square
and properly aligned and oriented. Tolerances shall be established in the manufacturer's
drawings or stipulated by OWNER/ENGINEER at site. No equipment shall be
permanently bolted down to foundations or structure until alignment has been checked and
accepted by the OWNER/ENGINEER.
All new foundations required for installation of electrical equipment shall also be constructed by
CONTRACTOR. Minor modifications to existing foundations, wherever found necessary for
proper installations shall also be carried out by CONTRACTOR as and when required to suit the
requirements of the work. Drawings showing details for various switchboards /MCC,
transformers, motors etc. are for information only. These shall be modified/replaced by proper
detailed drawings to suit the actual equipment requirements.
CONTRACTOR shall provide required Vendor details/ drawings to the OWNER/ENGINEER.

CONTRACTOR shall be responsible to check/ confirm that Vendor information provided are
sufficient to carry out the work.
The OWNER/ENGINEER reserve the right to direct the removal or replacement of any work
which they consider, does not present an orderly or reasonably neat workmanlike appearance,
provided that such work can be properly installed in an orderly way by usual methods. Such
removal or replacement shall be done solely at the CONTRACTOR's expense.
It is not permitted to leave rubbish and scrap material lying about the site. This shall be collected
daily and removed from site by dedicated crew for cleaning. In case tidiness on site is not to
OWNER’S/ENGINEER satisfaction, OWNER/ENGINEER has the right to carry out cleaning
operation themselves and all expenses incurred therein shall be to the CONTRACTOR's
account.
Upon completion of the work all tools equipment and instruments shall be promptly demobilized
on site.
Electrical installation work shall comply with the latest applicable IEC/BS/IEE Standards,
Regulations and Safety Codes. Nothing in this specification shall be construed to relieve the
CONTRACTOR of this responsibility.
Installation work shall conform to the latest applicable Codes of Practice, Fire Insurance
Regulations and Standards and local regulations ( OWNER/ENGINEER, Civil Defense, etc.).
8. INSTALLATION SPECIFICATION
8.1 Scope
The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible in every respect for the complete detail design, supply
and installation of all required equipment and material on site, testing and commissioning.
The electrical scope of work for each site shall be as specified separately in the scope of
electrical work section.
The main installation work to be carried out are including but not limited to the following:
- Installation of main equipment i.e. MV, and LV switchgear/switchboards/MCC, transformers,

frequency converters, UPS systems and DC supply system.
- Installation of indoor/outdoor lighting and small power equipment and associated


distribution boards.
- Installation of electrical power and control cables.
- Earthing and lighting protection system for all equipment and installation.
- Electrical equipment for subsystem packages such as pumps hydraulic coupling

auxiliaries, compressors, MOVs, etc.
Installation of equipment includes supply of all installation materials, tools and accessories, test
equipment and testing and commissioning of the equipment.
8.2 Lighting and Small Power System Installation Works
8.2.1 General
The CONTRACTOR shall design, supply, install, test and commission complete lighting system
and power socket outlets for the new pump station.
The CONTRACTOR shall carry out lighting calculation based on the final size of the rooms and
the lighting fitting provided by him such that the lighting illumination level as specified in
drawings are achieved for a maintenance factor of 0.8.
The whole lighting system shall be designed to provide adequate visual performance and safety
and shall be free from excessive glare, stroboscopic effects and flicker from lamps. The system
shall include provision for ease of erection, maintenance, cleaning and lamp replacement.
Light fittings shall be surface mounted or flush type based on the type of ceiling. All light fittings
shall be of highest quality from reputed manufacturers and identical to existing installations and
subject to OWNER/ENGINEER approval.
In determining the location and height of light fittings, consideration shall be given to the problem
of lamp replacement. Lighting fixtures shall be distributed on the three phases as to ensure
equal loading and be field mounted in such a manner as to obtain uniform illumination level if
half of the fixtures of certain area where switched off.
An emergency lighting system including EXIT lights shall be installed to provide necessary
illumination in case of AC mains failure. Emergency lighting shall be switched on automatically
on AC mains failure.
The installation work shall include fixing of all equipment associated with lighting system, routing
and laying conduits, wiring, termination, testing, commissioning and all other work necessary for
completing the job.
The supply of all mounting accessories, earthing wires and incidental hardware and
consumables like fixing saddles, spacer plates, junction boxes and conduits required for fitting
fixing/suspension supports, joint boxes and connectors, wire labels ferrules, fixing brackets,
screws, studs, shall be deemed to be included as part of installation work. Mounting accessories
like saddles, spacer plates, joint boxes, junction boxes and fixing hardware shall be of
galvanized mild steel.


The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for replacement of parts of light fittings and power
sockets and accessories that are lost or damaged and if fluorescent tubes/ incandescent
lamps/mercury vapour lamps/enclosures of glass/plastic etc. are broken during installation. All
damages shall be replaced or repaired to the satisfaction of OWNER/ENGINEER.
Power supply cables for outdoor lighting up to the main junction terminal box of the fitting
concerned and the connections required from the main junction terminal box to the fitting shall
be in the scope of this Contract.
The required earth wire for outdoor lighting shall be laid in the same trench excavated for the
lighting supply cable.
The required conduits for lighting wiring shall be suitably and neatly routed at site by the
CONTRACTOR taking into consideration ease in maintenance.
Except as specifically approved by the OWNER/ENGINEER, installation of exposed conduits,

mounting of lighting fixtures etc. shall be taken up only after all other services such as piping, air
ducting, cable tray/bus duct hangers, structural bracings etc. in a particular area have been
installed.
Concealed wired with rigid PVC conduits shall be provided for the service bay. Exposed rigid
galvanized steal conduits shall be provided for the pump bay.
Lighting panels, light control switches and receptacles shall be installed at the same mounting
heights from finished floor/ground levels as existing. However, this requirement is superseded if
the same is specifically shown in the project drawing or instructed otherwise at site by
OWNER/ENGINEER.
8.2.2 Lighting Panel/Distribution Board
Lighting panel/distribution board shall be protected by RCD/RCCB with 100 mA sensitivity.
Lighting panel/Distribution Board shall be installed by the CONTRACTOR on walls/columns by

fastening to suitably grouted studs of not less than 12mm dia.
Any minor civil work such as chipping/concreting/embedding etc. required for installation work
shall be carried out by the CONTRACTOR with supply of necessary materials.
8.2.3 Lighting Fixtures
Lighting fixtures of appropriate types as per CONTRACTOR's drawings approved by

OWNER/ENGINEER shall be installed by the CONTRACTOR. CONTRACTOR shall also take
into consideration the manufacturer's recommended or specified installation requirements.
Lighting fixture installed outdoors shall be with (min) IP65 degree of protection.
Suspensions in the form of conduits/chains/steel structural members clamps etc., for installation
of fixtures, fixing brackets or similar items required for mounting of fixtures shall be supplied by
the CONTRACTOR. Shades or reflectors of light points shall not be in contact with structural
members, pipe work etc.
Fixtures shall not be installed to any of supports provided for other services.
Light fixtures shall have multiple OFF/ON switches in order to optimize number of lights required.


8.2.4 Switches and power sockets
Switches and power sockets shall be provided as indicated on drawings. The types and details
shall be indicated in CONTRACTOR's drawings and approved by OWNER/ENGINEER.
Locations of switches/receptacles shown on the project drawings are for guidance only. Exact
locations shall be finalized by the CONTRACTOR in consultation with OWNER/ENGINEER.
Switches/receptacles which are to be wired on the same phase and to be located close to each
other shall be accommodated/housed in a common box.
Switches/receptacles wires on different phases shall be separated as per OWNER/ENGINEER

requirements.
Distribution boards supplying power sockets shall be protected by RCD/RCCB with 30 mA

sensitivity.
Outdoor lighting switches and socket outlets shall be weatherproof IP 55
8.2.5 Conduits
CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for any installations requiring concealed conduiting on

walls/ceiling from lighting panels to light fittings, power socket, inspection/junction boxes etc.
Conduits for lighting and small power when embedded into concrete or buried into block works
shall be of suitable rigid PVC pipe of 20mm dia. minimum size.
Minimum size of rigid conduits used for wiring shall be of 20 mm dia. in case of exposed
systems and 25 mm dia. in case of concealed/embedded systems.
For rigid metallic conduit saddles shall be used as means of support. Spacing between saddles
not to exceed 1m. In addition saddles shall be located on either end of couplers/bends or similar
fittings/accessories. In such cases the saddles shall be located at a distance not exceeding 300
mm from the fitting/ accessories.
Separate conduits shall be used for wiring lighting circuits of different lighting distribution
systems such as normal, emergency etc. Also, wires for lighting & socket outlets will be run in
separate conduits.
Suitable pipe/conduit sleeves shall be used when wires are passed through walls/floors and
these shall be sealed properly.
The internal area of conduit shall be 2.5 times the total area of cables to be pulled through it. A
table is given below as a guideline.
Max. No. of 450/750V Grade Single core

Nominal size PVC Insulated Flex, Wires
2.5 mm² 4 mm² 6 mm² 10 mm²
-
20 5 3 2
3
25 8 6 5
5
32 - - 8
6
40 - - -


All necessary bends in the system including diversions shall be done by bending the conduits or
by inserting suitable solid/inspection type bends/elbows etc. or by fixing cast iron inspection
boxes.
8.2.6 Wiring/Cabling
Unless otherwise stated, the mode of wiring will be as follows:
a) 450/750V PVC insulated flexible single core wires in rigid steel conduits for indoor
lighting.
b) Outdoor lighting cables shall be directly buried in ground at a minimum depth of 800 mm
or routed in the available cable trenches. Cables crossing roads shall be laid in concrete
encased PVC pipes.
Where span of more than 1m occur between beams and supports, suitable size galvanized steel
sections shall be provided by the CONTRACTOR for fixing conduits, cabling or fittings.
Stranded conductors having a nominal cross sectional area exceeding 6 mm² shall be provided
with soldered/crimped terminal lugs.
When a stranded conductor having a nominal cross-sectional area less than 6 mm² is not
provided with cable lugs, all strands at the exposed end of the cable shall be soldered together.
Size of wire shall be chosen to limit voltage drop to within 2.5%. Minimum area of conductor
shall be 2.5 sq.mm copper, unless otherwise specified, density not to exceed 2.5A/sq.mm.
Generally, not more than 8 to 10 points shall be wired in one circuit. For the purpose of
calculating connected loads of various circuits a multiplying factor of 1.25 will be assumed to the
rated lamp wattage for mercury vapour and fluorescent lamp fixtures to take into account losses
in the control gear. A loading of 100 watts and 500 watts will be assumed for single phase of 5
Amps and 15 Amps power sockets respectively.
All types of wiring concealed or unconcealed shall be capable of easy inspection. Unconcealed
wiring when run along walls shall be as near as possible to ceiling. In all types of wiring, due
consideration shall be given for neatness and good appearance.
Wiring shall be colour coded so as to enable easy identification of phase and neutral conductors.
Each circuit live conductor shall be protected by circuit breaker in lighting panel/distribution
board. The wiring throughout the installation shall be such that there is no break in neutral wire
in the form of switch or fuse unit.
Conductors not intended for connection to the same system and circuit or supply different
phases from the same supply, shall be kept apart throughout their entire run.
Wires belonging to different phases shall not be run in the same conduit. However, more than
one circuit, consisting of phase and neutral wires, of the same phases can be run in the same
conduit. For every phase wire a separate neutral wire shall be run.
Receptacles and lighting fittings in general shall be fed from separate circuits.
Each lighting circuit live conductor from a lighting panel/distribution board shall be controlled by
a single-pole switch.


For long conduit runs, inspection/pull boxes shall be provided at intervals not exceeding 10m.
Such facilities shall also be provided at conduit bends.
8.3 Transformers
Inspection, storage, installation, testing and commissioning of transformers (including phase shift
transformers) shall be in accordance with the specified code of practice and Manufacturer's
instructions.
The CONTRACTOR shall:
(a) assemble the transformers with all the necessary fittings such as valves, piping, cable
boxes, marshalling boxes, etc.;
(b) arrange for oil testing and filtration (if required) before energizing;
(c) provide wedges/clamps to rigidly station all transformers on rails;
(d) connect up the transformer's terminals;
(e) lay and terminate cables/conduits and earthing connections between all the accessories
mounted on the transformer tank and the transformer marshalling Kiosk.
Care shall be taken during handling of insulating oil to prevent ingress of moisture or foreign
matter. In testing, circulating, filtering or otherwise handling of oil, rubber hoses shall not be
used. Circulation, filtering of oil, heating of oil by regulated short-circuit current during drying
runs, sampling and testing of oil shall be in accordance with the Manufacturer's instructions and
relevant Code of Practice.
The oil quantity of the largest connected transformer and the water from each transformer
foundation shall be provided with an oil collection pit and sized to hold at least 30% of the
transformer oil quantity. In addition, the transformer oil collection pits of transformers rated 1.5
MVA and above shall be interconnected and connected by drain pipes to a remote common oil
soak pit. The oil soak pit shall be of concrete and sized to hold 150% of firefighting system. Top
of transformer foundation and side walls of the collection pit shall be at least 150 mm above the
surrounding grade level.
Transformer oil collection pit shall be provided with a grating cover on top and all around the
transformer.
Transformer foundation shall be with necessary channels / rails for moving the transformer into
position.
Transformer rated 1.5 MVA and above shall be provided with a deluge type water spray system
for firefighting.
8.4 Battery and Charges
Installation and testing of battery & charger shall be done in compliance with the manufacturer's
instructions.


Each cell shall be inspected for breakage and condition of cover seals as soon as it is received
at site. Battery shall be set up on racks as soon as possible after receipt, utilizing lifting devices
supplied by Vendor and not by their terminals. Contact surfaces of battery terminals or
interconnectors shall be cleaned, coated with protective grease and assembled. Each
connection to be properly tightened. Battery shall be connected to rectifier and to be
fully charged.
Battery rooms shall provided with acid alkali resistant tiling on the floor and walls.
8.5 Cable Installation
8.5.1 General
The scope of work includes but not limited to:
- Detailed design including cable sizing, cable schedule preparation of cable routing, tray
arrangement, road crossing detail drawing.
- Supply of all required cables and accessories.
- Installation of all electrical Power and Control Cables necessary for the satisfactory
completion and proper and safe operation of the entire electrical system. The work includes
storing, laying, fixing, jointing/termination, testing, commissioning and any other work
necessary for completing the job.
- Supply and installation of required Cable Glands and Accessories, Cable Lugs, Jointing and
Termination Kits, etc.
- Supply and installation of all required Cable Trays and Accessories, Conduits, Supports,
Fixing Materials, etc. Cable trays, either within cable cellars or within concrete cable
trenched/ ducts shall be heavy duty and of hot dip galvanized steel with at least 90 microns
coating thickness of zinc and/or powder coating.
- Any minor civil works such as openings on walls, beams and slabs and cutting or chipping of
floors, etc.
- Excavation of cable trenches for burying electrical cables under sand, asphalted or tiled road
crossing or paving and reinstating the same to the satisfaction of OWNER/ENGINEER.
Cable trenches shall be hand excavated.
- Providing all required cable protection tiles, warning tapes and route marker over buried
cables.
The CONTRACTOR shall furnish all supervision, labor, tools, welding equipment, craneage,
shackles and testing equipment required for installation work.
Cables and their accessories for termination and jointing shall be generally selected from
standardized types and sizes.
The CONTRACTOR shall execute the installation work as per detailed documents / drawings
prepared by CONTRACTOR and approved by OWNER/ENGINEER.
All electric power, control and auxiliary cables shall be numbered accordingly in a logical way for
easy identification. Cable numbers shall be listed in the project's cable list, stating type, voltage
grade and size of cable, route length, and destination "from/to" etc.


The cable installation shall conform to good working practice of high quality and safety.
Provisional or temporary cable work, required during erection of permanent installations, shall
also comply with the basic rules for design and engineering. The cable system installation work
shall comply with the latest IEC/BS applicable standards, regulations and safety codes. Nothing
in this specification shall be construed to relieve the CONTRACTOR of this responsibility.
Following derating factors shall be considered:
(1) Ground Temperature of 40 ºC
(2) Soil thermal resistivity (CONTRACTOR shall undertake. Measurements at site for the Soil
Thermal Resistivity, which will form the basis of design.)
Cable types and sizes shall be determined according to their required duties and loads, in
particular, taking into account the following:
- Possibility of soil contamination and chemical attack.
- Voltage drop and short-circuit level.
- Heat dissipation aspects (ambient air temperature of 55 deg.C).
- Soil resistivity
- method of installation (air, burried underground, ducts etc)
- Depth of burial
- Grouping factor etc.
All cables laid by the CONTRACTOR shall be terminated at both ends to switchgear, panel
equipment, local push button, instruments or junction/marshalling boxes terminals as the case
maybe.
The scope of termination at each end shall include dressing and connection of all the cores of
the cables after proper glanding of the cable on the switchboard, junction boxes, etc.
In cases where the cable sizes selected are larger than the glands on terminal boxes or the
terminals on the equipment, CONTRACTOR shall provide a suitable adaptor or connect to
junction boxes adjacent to the equipment and from the junction box connect a cable of suitable
size to the equipment.
Spare cores of control cables shall be connected to spare terminal blocks where available, with
appropriate ferrules. If there are no spare terminal blocks, the spare cores shall be bunched
together and kept neatly inside the panel.
8.5.2 Above-ground Cabling
Cables in the electrical switchgear and control rooms shall mainly run in cable trays fixed in the
covered concrete trenches in the floor.
Where necessary cables shall be supported by sheet steel galvanized cable tray supports with
removable top covers allowing adequate ventilation, or by covered GRP cable trays, as directed
and approved by the OWNER/ENGINEER.


The scope of cable tray installation shall include the installation of all associated accessories like
coupler plates, elbows, drop-outs, tees, bends as required.
Cable or cable supports shall never be fixed directly or indirectly to equipment or piping, which
may be subject to removal or replacement.
Individual cables emerging from floors or soil shall be protected against mechanical damage by
means of coated steel pipes or rigid PVC pipes to an adequate height above the ground.
Control and power cables shall be run in separate trays with adequate spacing.
All materials used shall be protected against corrosion.
Metal parts of the cable racks and trays shall be connected to the common earthing grid. The
CONTRACTOR shall carry out earthing of cable trays at distances not exceeding 10m length by
means of cable of minimum size 25 mm².
8.5.2.1 Cable Trays and Ladders
Provide and install cable tray/ladder systems where indicated on the drawings. The minimum
supplied tray width shall be 150 mm, unless indicated otherwise.
They shall be hot dip galvanized steel
Cable tray shall be manufactured by an approved manufacturer and shall be provided complete
with manufacturer’s bends, tee pieces, crossovers, reducers, , fixings and supports necessary
for a complete system whether specifically detailed or not.
Unless agreed with the Engineer’s Representative in writing, site made bends will not be
allowed. All cable tray bends, tee pieces, crossovers etc. shall be of the gusseted type. All cable
trays shall be constructed from perforated, metal with return edge.
Cable tray shall be supported at not greater than 1.2m spacing or shorter distance where
required so that it remains flat across horizontal or vertical spans under all loading conditions.
All runs of cable tray/ladder shall be continuously bonded, this may be by cable tray
connectors/plates.
Dedicated cable trays shall be provided for IT and Communications services with a minimum of
300mm clearance between power and IT /Communications trays and wiring.
Cables of 25mm diameter or greater shall be clamped to the ladder using proprietary cable
clamps.
8.5.3 Underground Cabling
Cables shall be buried directly in the ground at a depth of minimum 90 cm, in a bed of well
compacted soft sand. A further layer of 10 cm of soft sand to be put above the cables, before
putting the excavated backfill materials i.e. clean sand or soil.
All underground cables shall be covered by concrete or PVC tiles, and further protected with an
approved plastic detectable warning tape, inscribed in English and Arabic.
Where cable trenches cross roads, cables shall be protected by suitable uPVC ducts of not less
than 100 mm dia. and encased in mass concrete.


All underground cables shall be identified with their cable numbers all along their routes by
means of non-corroding tags at every 25 meters.
Surface marker posts shall be installed to mark the route of the cables.
Where cables are to be buried in existing cable trenches, care should be taken not to damage
the existing cables, cable tiles and route markers. After laying the new cables, all existing cable
tiles and route markers shall be replaced in their proper positions and new plastic detectable
warning tape shall be installed along the route. Any broken tiles or route markers shall be
replaced by CONTRACTOR.
The CONTRACTOR's scope of construction work for directly buried pipes/conduits shall be
excavation and back filling as per varying depths/widths required in project drawings.
Cable jointing wherever necessary and approved by OWNER/ENGINEER shall be carried out
by CONTRACTOR using required special tools, incidental accessories. These joints shall be
then subjected to HV pressure testing.
Cables shall be protected by insulating heat shrinking caps at all times from mechanical injury
and from absorption of moisture at unprotected ends. Damaged cables shall be replaced at the
CONTRACTOR's expense.
Sharp bending and linking of cables is not allowed. The bending radii for the various types of
cables shall not be less than those recommended by cable vendor.
Where cables cross water/oil/gas/sewage pipes, they shall be run in uPVC/steel pipes and the
depth of burial shall not be less than 600 mm unless specifically approved otherwise at site by
OWNER/ENGINEER.
When power cables are laid in the proximity of communication cables the distance of separation
shall not be less than 400 mm for single-core cables and 300 mm for multi core cables. Power
and communication cables shall not cross at right angles to each other.
All excavation shall be done by hand excavation.
Cable trenches in open ground shall not be less than 1000 mm deep and width as specified in
drawings so as to accommodate all cables.
Materials/equipment required to safeguard the trench and adjoining structure, road construction
and paving shall be supplied and positioned by CONTRACTOR.
Where buried cables crosses roads they shall be installed in uPVC pipes with 150 mm diameter
minimum. These pipes shall be embedded in concrete of 350 mm thickness. Where such pipes
are installed, they shall be extended at least 1000 mm on each side of the marked crossing. The
pipes shall be installed at a minimum depth of 850 mm below ground level. At road crossing the
CONTRACTOR shall confirm that there are no obstructions buried under the road surface at the
place intended for the road crossing. The CONTRACTOR shall excavate only half a road width
and not more than one road at a time. Any timber/plates needed for bridging the cable trench will
be supplied by the CONTRACTOR.
Any excavation/obstruction that can constitute a hazard or danger to personnel or the public
should be fenced off/covered over and warning boards positioned. At night warning lights should
be placed around the excavation/obstruction.
Excavated material which is surplus to the requirement for filling shall be disposed of in soil
dumps or be removed form site as directed by OWNER/ENGINEER.


Joints shall be prohibited unless detailed on drawings and written acceptance by engineer.
Joints in cable runs not buried shall also be prohibited as default
8.5.4 Conduits and Pipes
The CONTRACTOR shall install all conduits/pipes required for the cable work as and where
required.
Conduits/pipes shall be laid buried in ground, laid along the walls/structural members, along
floors and ceilings as and where required. All conduits/pipes shall have their ends closed by
caps until cables are pulled.
On walls, beams, etc. water-proof sealing shall be applied to any conduit pipe penetration.
Inserts by means of bell mouth termination pieces and bitumen based cold set water – proof
compound may be used. Fire proof sealing shall be applied for pipe inserts in floor slabs.
The scope of installation of conduits/pipes as indicated above includes supply and installation of
all accessories like tees, elbows, pull-boxes, conduit end plugs, bell mouths, steelwire for cable
pulling, saddles spacers etc.
8.5.5 Cable Glands and Terminations (Additional Clause)

Other than for small accessory and luminaire terminals, terminate copper conductors to
equipment using compression-type lugs of the correct size for the conductor. Compress using
the correct tool.
All cables shall be glanded using glands incorporating a waterproofing seal. All terminations
shall use pressure crimp lugs, compressed using the correct tool.
Mechanical Cable Glands shall be provided in accordance with BS 6121.1
Bolts used in termination shall be stainless steel fitted with plain washer and two nuts. The
torque of all bolted connections for cables over 70mm2 shall be recorded and reported in the
Operation and Maintenance manual.
Proprietary cable glands shall be used for all metal sheathed, armoured, and neutral screened
cables.
Under no circumstances shall copper and aluminum conductors be directly connected, use
proprietary bi-metallic lugs.
8.6 Electrical Variable Speed Drive System (EVSDS) Installation
The storage and installation of the components of the EVSDS shall be in accordance with the
relevant codes and the manufacturer's instructions.
CONTRACTOR shall take proper care while handling and interconnecting the parts of each
frequency converter panel. Also, loose instruments shall be fixed and connected by the proper
wires provided at the back of the panels.
SWITCHGEAR/MCC UPS AND DC SUPPLY PANELS
These panels shall be installed in accordance with specified Code of Practice and the
VENDOR's instructions.
These shall be installed on finished surfaces or concrete or steel sills. The CONTRACTOR shall
be required to install and align any channel sills which form part of the foundations. In joining


shipping sections of the switchgear/panels/control centers together, adjacent housing or panel
section provided shall be bolted together after alignment has been completed. Power bus,
enclosure, ground and control splices of conventional nature shall be cleaned and bolted
together, be drawn up with torque wrench of proper size or by other approved means. Tape or
compound shall be applied where called for by the VENDOR's drawings.
Any additional I sections/channels required to install the base of the Switchgear shall be welded
to the existing iron mongrels available in the floor opening for suitable installation of the
Switchgear.
Additional floor openings available shall be suitable checkered plated by MS plates at top and
bottom. The entire bottom side of the floor opening shall be closed by MS/AL plate of 4 mm
thick, suitably bolted to the floor channel to provide vermin protection to the switchboards.
The CONTRACTOR shall take utmost care in handling instruments, relays and other delicate
mechanisms. Wherever the instruments and relays are supplied separately, they shall be
mounted only after the employed for the safe transit of the instruments.
8.7 Earthing System Installation Works
8.7.1 Scope
This specification details broad guidelines for installation and testing of the earthing system.
The earthing installation works shall comply with the latest IEC/BS standards. Nothing in this
specification shall be construed to relieve the CONTRACTOR of his responsibility to comply with
the relevant standards and codes of practice.
8.7.2 Methodology for Installation
The enclosure of electrical switchgear distribution boards, transformers, frequency converters,

motors, etc. shall be earthed through earth wire of proper size. The neutral of transformer shall
be separately earthed through dedicated earth pits.
All auxiliaries/loads fed from the switchgear, and distribution boards shall have an earth
continuity wire. The size of the earth wire shall be as per IEE/BS regulations.
Earth electrode shall be copper rods of 20 mm diameter. Necessary electrode length shall be
driven so as to reach the water bed. The earthing resistance in any case shall be restricted to 1
ohm.
Earth pit shall be of standard concrete enclosure with cover. Earth pit may be treated with
bentonite if the soil resistivity's more than 20 ohm meter.
All new installation in existing plants shall be separately earthed and then connected to the
existing plant earthing system.
8.7.3 Equipment & Structure Earthing
Earthing pads/terminals shall be provided by the CONTRACTOR to equipment at accessible

positions. The connection between earthing pads/terminals and the earthing grid shall be made
by short and direct earthing leads free from kinks and splices.
Steel/RCC Columns, doors, and any other metallic structure shall be connected to the nearby
earthing grid conductor by one earthing lead.


Electrical conduits, pipes and cable tray sections shall be bonded to ensure electrical continuity
and connected to earthing conductors at regular intervals. Apart from intermediate connections,
end and beginning points shall also be connected to earthing system. Metallic conduits and
pipes shall not be used as earth continuity conductor.
A separate earthing wire shall be provided for earthing lighting fixtures, receptacles, switches,
junction boxes, lighting conduits, poles, etc. This earth wire in turn will be connected to the main
earth bus in the lighting panel/distribution board.
Miscellaneous items such as junction boxes, switches, cable, boxes/glands, fittings and fixtures
shall be earthed whether specifically shown or not.
Flexible earthing connectors shall be provided where flexible conduits are connected to rigid
conduits to ensure continuity.
8.7.4 Jointing
Earthing connections to equipment earthing pads/terminals shall be bolted type with GI bolts and
nuts. Contact surfaces shall be free from scale, paint, enamel, grease, rust or dirt. Two bolts
shall be provided for making each connection. Equipment bolted connections after being
checked and tested, shall be painted with anti-corrosive paint/compound.
Connection between equipment earthing lead and main earthing conductors and between main
earthing conductors shall be bolted/thermo welded/brazed type. For rust protection, the welds
should be treated with red lead primer and thickly over-coated with bitumen compound to
prevent corrosion.
Resistance of the joint shall not be more than the resistance of the equivalent length of the
conductor.
Welding/brazing surfaces shall be cleaned and made free of all oxide films, grease, oil or resin
material. However, the jointing surfaces should not be made too smooth/highly polished to
prevent the jointing metal from flowing away.
The items to be welded/brazed shall not be clamped/tied tightly (at the same time clearance
should not be excessive), to allow the flux/alloy to run freely through the joint and alloy itself with
the surfaces to be joined together.
All brazing shall be done by oxy-acetylene torch flame.
All welded connections shall be made by electric arc welding. All welded joints shall be allowed
to cool down gradually to atmospheric temperature before putting any load on it. Artificial cooling
shall not be allowed.
Bending of large diameter rod/thick conductors shall be done by gas heating.
All arc welding with large dia. conductors shall be done with low hydrogen content electrodes.
8.7.5 Cable Earthing
Metallic sheaths and armour of all multicore cables shall be earthed at both equipment and
switchgear end.


9. FIELD INSPECTION AND TESTING
9.1 General
Before the electrical facilities are put in operation, the CONTRACTOR shall make suitable tests
to establish that all equipment, devices, and wiring have been correctly installed in satisfactory
working condition and will operate as intended.
At least two (2) months before field testing begins, the CONTRACTOR shall submit for review by
OWNER/ENGINEER a list of minimum acceptable test values and procedures, to be followed.
Values shall conform to those specified in international standards (IEC/BS) or manufacturer's
instructions approved by OWNER/ENGINEER. Inspection test forms for testing of various types
of equipment are included under Annexure 1. These forms are typical examples.
CONTRACTOR shall submit to OWNER/ENGINEER his test forms incorporating all required
tests inclusive of the manufacturer recommended checks/test or any other tests as per standard
practice. Some of the standard test requirements are also listed below.
9.2 Motor Tests
9.2.1 Insulation resistance and run-in
Insulation resistance of all motor windings shall be measured before connecting power cables to
motors. Measurements shall be repeated after power cable terminations are completed.
All main motors shall run uncoupled for a minimum period of 4 hours before driven equipment is
placed in regular service.
The 4 hour period may be interrupted but shall include a minimum continuous run of 2 hours.
The insulation resistance of the motor winding shall be measured taking readings at the end of
30 seconds and again at the end of 60 seconds after the 4 hour period motor run.
9.3 Grounding Resistance Tests
The resistance to earth shall be measured and shall not exceed the valves as per the following:
The resistance to earth of an earthing system or earth mat shall be test with the external cabling
disconnected. The resistance of each separate system shall be lower than:
- 1.0 ohm for electrical system and equipment earthing
- 4.0 ohm for non-electrical equipment earthing.
Inspection of earthing is included in Form 2 of Annexure 1.
9.4 Transformer Tests
Transformers shall be checked for but not limited to the following:
- Visual inspection
- Nameplate data including rated primary and secondary voltage, current, frequency, kVA
rating, vector group, enclosure protection, mass of oil etc.


- Insulation resistance checks
- Continuity checks
- Earthing checks
- Protection relays and instruments for breathing type, oil and silica gel tests etc.
9.5 MV and L.V. Switchgear Tests
MV and L.V. switchgear boards shall be subjected to the following inspection /checks:
- Visual inspection/checks
- Mechanical checks
- CT ratio and polarity tests
- Relay checks/testing as per vendor data and required settings
- Functional check for interlocks
- HV pressure test shall be carried out for MV cable.
9.6 Electrical Variable Speed Drive System Tests (EVSDS)
The EVSDS system shall be tested in accordance with the relevant codes and manufacturer's
recommendations:
The tests/checks shall include but not limited to the following:
- visual inspection
- name plate data
- calibration/adjustments check for proper speed up during start and slow down when
stopped.
- linearity input signal (4-20 mA) and motor rpm.
- no pulsating torques at low speed.
- measurement on the input/output of converter and at the motor side viz. current, voltage,
power, frequency etc.
9.7 DC Supply System and Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Units
Installation and testing of DC supply system and UPS units shall be done in strict compliance
with the VENDOR's instructions and all requirements as per Inspection Forms attached.
9.8 Cable Installation Tests
During installation of cables the cable runs will be inspected by OWNER/ENGINEER. Backfilling
of cable trenches is only allowed after inspection of OWNER/ENGINEER.


Final inspection of the installed cabling system and testing shall be carried out with the presence
of OWNER/ENGINEER. The required tests and checks shall include:
- Visual Inspection
- Insulation Resistance Check by 1000V Megger.
- HV pressure tests for 11kV cables.
The procedure and test equipment to be used shall be proposed by CONTRACTOR and
approved by OWNER/ENGINEER prior to commencement of testing.
Insulation resistance test of each cable length, sizes and type shall be recorded for
OWNER/ENGINEER's approval. If any length of cable is found to have unsatisfactory results
after inspection and testing, it will be rejected.
Type, size and quantity of cable glands shall be inspected and recorded.
It is the CONTRACTOR's responsibility to ensure that the installation work comply to the latest
applicable codes of practices and Fire Insurance Regulations and Standards.
9.9 Wiring Insulation Tests
Insulation resistance of each circuit shall be measured before energizing (with neutral ground
disconnected) as follows:
- Line(s) to neutral
- Line(s) to ground
- Neutral to ground
Circuit testing shall be as follows. Test scheduling shall minimize disconnection and
reconnection.
- Motor feeders are tested with motors disconnected and controller open.
- Motor control circuits are tested with control stations and overcurrent devices connected,
from phase to ground only.
- Lighting feeders are tested with breaker open and lighting panel/distribution board
connected.
- Lighting branch circuits shall be tested with switch closed but all lamps or bulbs of light
fittings removed.
For circuits fed with auto-transformer type ballasts, the only reading possible will be from line or
neutral to ground. If fixture with power factor correcting capacitors connected, line-to-line are
involved, it may be necessary to disconnect them to avoid capacitor overvoltage.
9.10 Lighting and Small Power Systems Tests
Before start-up the CONTRACTOR shall measure the illumination levels in the various areas to
check if they meet the levels required in this specification.


The required illumination level shall be based on CIE Publication 'Guide on Area Lighting'.
The CONTRACTOR shall prepare a test report about the inservice and initial illumination levels.
All power sockets shall be tested for polarity phase sequence and loop impedance.
9.11 Functional Tests
After testing of individual equipment/materials, functional test shall also be carried out to confirm:
- proper sequence of operation
- interlocks and alarms
- any other specified requirements
9.12 Measurement of Harmonic Levels
CONTRACTOR/Vendor shall carry out measurement of harmonic levels before and after
installation to confirm and prove to OWNER/ENGINEER that when all the pumps and other
equipments for the project are fully loaded, the total harmonic levels are not exceeding the
specified levels. In case the values are unacceptable to OWNER/ENGINEER, additional
approved equipment/devices shall be installed by the CONTRACTOR/Vendor without any
additional costs to the OWNER/ENGINEER.
10. ACCEPTANCE OF WORK
Electrical work shall only be accepted after the complete newly installed electrical system is in
proper operation and all electrical equipment are working satisfactorily to the satisfactions of
OWNER/ENGINEER.
The normal acceptance procedure shall include handing over of all records made in the
construction period such as test results, instruction manuals, "as-built" drawings etc.


ANNEXURE 1
11. INSPECTION FORMS
The following inspection forms are included as typical examples. CONTRACTOR shall
incorporate these requirements as well any other specific requirements in suitable test forms and
submit for prior OWNER/ENGINEER's approval before the commencement of the testing and
commissioning works. CONTRACTOR shall also submit additionally test forms for special
equipments (e.g. Frequency Converters) based on manufacturer's recommendation for
OWNER/Engineer approval:
Form No.
- Basic inspection - electrical equipment 1
- Inspection switch houses 2
- Inspection of bus-bar assembly - HV switchgear 3
- Inspection switching units - HV switchgear 4
- Voltage transformer (and UV relay) test 5
- Current transformer (and ammeter) test 6
- Overcurrent/earth-fault protection relay (induction type) test 7
- Overcurrent/earth-fault protection relay (thermal type) test 8
- Differential protection relay test 9
- Inspection of bus-bar assembly - LV switchgear 10
- Inspection of outgoing unit – LV Switchgear 11
- LV overcurrent and earth fault protection relay test 12
- Inspection of Power Transformer 13
- Inspection of Electric Motor – Case- induction type (including Control unit) 14
- Inspection of static supply unit 15
- Inspection of lighting installation (including distribution board) 16
- Inspection list lighting fittings/ receptacles 17
- Inspection of distribution feeder cable 18


Form No. 1
BASIC INSPECTION - ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
Type of equipment: ……………………………………………… Location: …………………………………………...
System voltage: ………………………………………………… Unit No. : ………………….....….………………….
Size/rating: ……………………………………………….……… Registration No. : …………..………………………
1. Compare nameplate information with equipment record.
Note any deviations under remarks.
2. Establish and record the following:
1. Equipment/circuit identification ……………………

2. Area classification ……………………
3. Type of Ex-protection/gas group/temperature class ……………………
4. Type of enclosure protection ……………………
5. Electrical protection setting/rating ……………………
6. Actual maximum load /ammeter reading ……………………
3. Check the following items and report any deviations/defects under remarks:
1. Labelling correct ……………………

2. No unauthorized modifications ……………………
3. Enclosures and glasses satisfactory ……………………
4. Seals and gaskets satisfactory ……………………
5. Bolts and glands complete and tight ……………………
6. No undue accumulation of dust and dirt ……………………
7. No leakage of oil/compound ……………………
8. No damage to aboveground part of connected cables ……………………
9. Adequate protection of equipment and cables against corrosion, the weather,
vibration and other adverse factors ……………………
10. Motor fans and couplings not rubbing on cowls/guards ……………………
11. Earthing in good condition ……………………
12. Oil levels in sight glasses correct ……………………
13. Padlock facilities correct ……………………
14. Silica gel in breathers satisfactory ……………………
4. Remarks Inspector : ………………………………

Date : ……………………………………
Remedial action completed: Supervisor : ……………………....…….

Date : ……..…………………….……….
Approval :
CONSULTANT : ..………………..………… OWNER/ENGINEER :………………….


Form No. 2
Page 1
INSPECTION OF SWITCH HOUSES (including transformer yards)
Location: ……………………………………………….………… Station No. : ………………………………………..
NOTES: - Tests marked (C) and (M) are required for pre-commissioning and maintenance inspections only.
- Report deviations/defects/missing items under remarks.
1. Record on tidiness and general condition of station and yard:………………………………………………...…………….

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...
2. Check the following items :

- Station exterior :
1. Has the station been numbered and fire-fighting instructions and danger signs
been provided ………….………
2. Is the station equipment complete with:
3. First aid/electrical shock treatment directions …………………..
4. Any instructions required by local authority ……………………
5. Key diagram of main power system ……………………
6. Single line diagrams of switchboards ……………………
7. Schematic/wiring diagrams of switchboards ……………………
8. lackboard and or log book ……………………
9. Sufficient caution and danger notices and spare fuses ……………………
10. If a telephone is provided: appropriate telephone list ……………………
11. Fire extinguisher……………………State type:CO2/ BCF …………………
12. Special operating tools/ earthing equipment …………………
- Proper operation of:
13. Doors, door-locks and panic bars (if fitted) ……………………
14. Lighting, socket outlets, emergency lighting ……………………
3. Tripping rectifiers/batteries No. 1 No.2

Check for: level of electrolyte …………… …………
Corrosion on cells …………… …………
Measure battery voltage:

on trickle charge …………… …………
on quick charge …………… …………
Under load …………… …………


Form No. 2
Page 2
4. Earthing electrodes :
Check earthing pit for:
Corrosion ………… ………… ………… …………
Tight connections ………… ………… ………… …………
Measure earthing
resistance ( C) (M) ………… ………… ………… ………… ohm
5. Remarks Inspector: ………………………………

Date: ……………………………………
Remedial action completed: Supervisor: ……………………....…….

Date: ……..…………………….……….
Approval:
CONSULTANT: ..………………………. OWNER/ENGINEER: …………………


Form No. 3
Page 1
INSPECTION OF BUS – BAR ASSEMBLY - HV SWITCHGEAR
Location:…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Switchboard No.:…………………………………………………… Section:……………………………………………...
Manufacturer:………………………………………………………. Purchase No.:………………………………………
System voltage:……………………………………………………. Rating:……………………………………………….
NOTE: Tests marked (C) are required for pre-commissioning inspection only.
1. HV pressure test – bus-bar system (C)

Test voltage DC Leakage cuuent - mA Tester used:
75% : ……………………Kv R………… S………… T…………
100% : ..…………………kV R………… S………… T………… ………………
2. Insulation resistance test – bus-bar system

Test voltage level …………….V DC Tester used :
Phase R ………………… S ………………… T ……………………Mohm ….……………
3. Conductivity test – bus-bar system (C)

Spout to spout
Unit No. 1-2 3-4 5-6 7-8 1-8 Ducter meter
R ………… ………… ………… ………… ………… used
S ………… ………… ………… ………… …………
T ………… ………… ………… ………… ………… ……………..
4. Earthing system :
Check the condition of earthing bar and connections ……………………
Measure the continuity of earthing bar to main earth ……………………
5. Voltage transformer test

(including UV- relay and voltmeter) *Sheet No. …….………………………
* NOTE: Form Nos. 1 and 5 will be used to carry out these tests but the forms may be given sheet numbers when they
make up a set of inspection documents for a particular item of equipment.
e.g. Inspection of bus-bar assembly – HV switchgear
Requires: Form 3 – becomes sheet 1
Form 5 – becomes sheet 2
Form 1 – becomes sheet 3


Form No. 3
Page 2
6. Basic inspection completed ………………………………

* Sheet No . ………………………………
7. Remarks Inspector: ………………………………

Date: ……………………………………
Remedial action completed: Supervisor: ……………………....…….

Date: ……..…………………….……….
* See Note on Form No. 3-page 1
Approval:
CONSULTANT: ..……………………. OWNER/ENGINEER: ……………………


Form No. 4
Page 1
INSPECTION SWITCHING UNITS – HV SWITCHGEAR
Location :……………………………………………………………………………………..……..……………………………………………..
Switchboard No. : …………………………………………… Manufacturer : ……..………………………………………..
Panel No. : …………………………………………………… Function : ….…………………………………………………
Switching device : Type ……………………………………. Rating : …………………………………………………………
1. Record the reading of the operations counter ………………………………………………………………………………...

2. Check the following items and report any deviations/defects under remarks:
1. Circuit labelling correct ……………………
2. Operation of safety shutters ……………………
3. Padlocking facilities ……………………
4. Interlocking facilities, mechanical/electrical ……………………
5. Mechanical position indicators, indicating lights ……………………
6. Insulating bushings and barriers ……………………
7. Cable box and terminations ……………………
8. Alignment of main and auxiliary contacts ……………………
9. Mechanical closing and tripping ……………………
10. Electrical closing, local / remote ……………………
11. Electrical tripping, local / remote ……………………
12. Alarm indications, local / remote ……………………
13. Anti-condensation heater
- test insulation resistance at 500 V ……………………
14. Secondary and auxiliary wiring
- test insulation resistance at 500 V ……………………
3. Earthing :
Check the condition of earthing bar and connections ……………………………………………………………………………
Test the earthing bar continuity ……………………………….…………………………………………………………….mohm
4. Record fuse type / rating………………………………………………………………………..
5. HV pressure test – circuit breaker (for pre-commissioning inspection only)

Test voltage DC Leakage cuuent - mA Tester used :
75% : ……………………kV R………… S………… T…………
100% : ..…………………kV R………… S………… T………… ……………………


Form No. 4
Page 2
6. Insulation resistance – Circuit breaker :

Test voltage level …………….V DC Tester used :
Phase R ………………… S ……………… T ……………………Mohm ………….……………
7. Conductivity test – Circuit breaker : Ducter used

Phase R ………………… Phase S ………………… Phase T ………………… ……………………
8. For oil circuit breakers :

Check the oil condition, oil test result ………………………………………………………..
For vacuum circuit breakers/ contactors:
Check on loss of vacuum by high- voltage test
across open contacts (refer to manufacturer's
Instruction)
test voltage ……………………………………Kv Leakage current ……………………………… mA
9. Current transformer test completed ………………………………………………………..

Sheet No. …………………………………………..
Protection relay test completed ………………………………………………………..
Sheet No. …………………………………………..

Date : ……………………………………

Date : ……..…………………….……….
Approval:
CONSULTANT: ..……………………………. OWNER/ENGINEER: …...……………


Form No. 5
Page 1
VOLTAGE TRANSFORMER ( and UV relay ) TEST
Location:………………………………………………………………………………………..…………………………………………………..
Switchboard No.:………………………………………………… Section/panel No.:……………………………………………..
Voltage transformer: Function:………………………………………………………..
Type:………………………………………….. Serial No.:……………….……… Class:…………………………………….
Ratio:………………………………………….. Vector group:…………………… VA rating:…………………………………
1. Record the fuse rating ……………………………………………………………..A
2. Check the following items - note deviations/defects under remarks :

- mechanical damage – alignment of contacts ……………………
- tight connections – star- point earthing ……………………
- locking arrangement – core marking ……………………
- for oil-immersed transformers – oil test result ……………………
3. Insulation resistance tests :

- secondary wiring :
at 500- V DC : ……………………….Mohm
- secondary winding: ( primary winding earthed)
at 500-V DC:
Phase to phase R-S………… Phase to phase S-T………………… Phase to phase T-R……………Mohm
Phase to earth R-S………………… Phase to earth S-E………………… Phase to earth T-E..…….……Mohm
- primary winding: ( secondary winding earthed)
up to 4.6 kV: at 2500 V – above 4.6 kV: at 5000-V DC
Phase to phase R-S……………… S-T…………… T-……….……Mohm
Phase to earth R-S………………… S-E……………… T-E.……..……Mohm
Temperature : …………………...…..°C
4. Test VT polarity by battery flick test (C)

R…………………… S……………………… T……………………


Form No. 5
Page 2
5. After energising :
- measure the VT secondary voltage
Phase to phase R-S………………… S-T………………… T-R…………… V
Phase to earth R-S………………… S-E………………… T-E..…….……. V
- check phase rotation ……………………………. (C)
- voltmeter reading :
sec. voltage ……..…………………………… V Meter reading ………………………………… kV
6. Under voltage relay :

Manufacturer ……………………………………….. Type ……………………………………………….
Drop – off Pick – up
Setting range ……………… V ……………… V
Selected setting ……………… V ……………… V
Measured value ……………… V ……………… V
Remarks Inspector : ………………………………

Date : ……………………………………

Date : ……..…………………….……….
Approval :
CONSULTANT : ..……………………………. OWNER/ENGINEER: ……………….……………


Form No. 6
CURRENT TRANSFORMER (and ammeter ) TEST
Location : ……………………………………………………………………………………..………………………………………...
Switchboard No. : ………………………………………………… Panel No. : …………………………….……………
Current transformer : Function:…………………………………………….
Serial Nos. : ……………………………………………………… Class : ………………………………..……………..
Type : bar/wound Ratio:……………… VA rating:………..
1. Check the following items :

- mechanical damage – tight connections ……………………
- star point connection and earth link ……………………
2. Insulation resistance test :
Secondary winding at 500 V :
Phase to earth R-E ……………… S-E ……………… T-E ……………… mohm
3. Resistance test secondary circuit (C)

(including transformer winding) :
R………………… S………………… T………………… mohm
4. Test CT polarity by battery flick test (C)

R………………… S………………… T………………… mohm
5. Ratio test ( C )
(to be combined with relay testing, if required)
Phase R S T
Primary current ……………… ………………… . ………………….. A
Secondary current ……………… ………………… . ………………….. A
Ammeter readi ... ……………… …………………. . …………………… A

Date : ……………………………………
Approval :
CONSULTANT : ..……………………………. OWNER/ENGINEER: …….……………………..


Form No. 7
OVERCURRENT / EARTH-FAULT PROTECTION RELAY( Induction type ) TEST
Location : ………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………………………...
Switchboard No. : ……………………………………………….…… Panel No . :………………………………………….
Relay: Overcurrent inverse time.
Manufacturer : ..………………. Type:…………….……… CT ratio : …………………………………
Current setting range : …………………………………………..…. Selected setting : ….…………………………… A
Time setting range : ……………………………………………….. Selected setting : ….…………………………… %
Test setting Injection current Trip time

Seconds Remarks
Current Time x In Primary Secondary
A % A A Curve Actual Phase…………………
2)
Measure and insert

Secondary Injection
Minimum relay
S 100 1 )………. NA …………… NA NA operating current at1 )
S 100 1.3x NA …………… ………… ………… NOTE: The trip time
S 100 2x NA …………… ………… ………… curve will be supplied
S 100 4x NA …………… ………… ………… by the manufacturer2
Primary Injection
S S 1.3x ………… ………… ………… …………
For pre-
S S 2x ………… ………… ………… ………… commissioning
Inspection only.
Check correct reset action ……………………………………………………………………………………………

Check correct trip action ……………………………………………………………………………………………
Check correct flag operation ……………………………………………………………………………………………
NOTE: S = preferably at selected setting NA= not applicable

Values to be filled in for each over current and earth-fault element
Relay setting after test :

Instantaneous element ………………………………….. A
Current setting ………………………………….. A
Time setting ………………………………….. %
Adhesive label provided …………………………………..

Date : ……………………………………
Approval :
CONSULTANT : ..…………………………….
OWNER/ENGINEER:…….…………………


Form No. 8
OVERCURRENT / EARTH-FAULT PROTECTION RELAY (thermal type) TEST
Location : ………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………………………...
Switchboard No. : …………………………………………………… Panel No. : ………………………………………….
Relay: Motor protection relay Relay
Manufacturer : P & B Type : ………………… Rated current: : ..………………………………. A
Tripping setting range: 80 – 150% Selected setting : .……………………..……..…%
Tap settings: 80-90-100% Selected setting : .……………………..……..…%
Motor FLC : ………………………………………………………. A CT ratio: ………………………………………… A
Secondary injection test

Nominal injection current Is = tap setting x rated current = …………………………………………….A
Injection current Operating Trip time All three phases connected in series.
temperature
x Is A Curve * actual
4x …………… Cold …………… …………… Load to trip setting 105%.

2x …………… Warm …………… ……………
4x …………… Warm …………… ……………
1x …………… Warm Running load indication ……………………………………………….. %
Instantaneous elements: Short circuit/earth fault

Fuse rating ……………………………………. Setting …………….…………………. X In = ………………..………….. A
Measure pick - up current …….……………………..……………….. A
Primary injection test ( for pre-commissioning inspection only )

Injection current = 100 % FLC = ……………………….…. A
Running load indication = …………………………...%
Relay setting after the test :

Tap setting …………………..% Adhesive label
Load to trip …………………..% Provided
Inst. Setting ……………...……..x In ………………………………….
* NOTE: Trip time curve will be supplied by the manufacturer

Date : ……………………………………
Approval :
CONSULTANT : ..……………………………. OWNER/ENGINEER: …….……………………


Form No. 9
DIFFERENTIAL PROTECTION RELAY TEST
Location : …………………………………………………………………………………..…………………………………………..
Switchboard No. : ……………………………………………………. Panel No. ……………………………………...….
Relay :
CT ratio: side 1…………………….……………...
Manufacturer: ……………………… Type: ………………… CT ratio: side 2…….…………….………………..
Current setting range: ……………………………………………… Selected setting:….……………………………….
Time settings range: ……………………………………………….. Selected setting:….……………………………….
C
Recommended for: Pre-commissioning tests
M
Maintenance tests
On-stream tests
O
1. secondary current tests :

- sensitivity test :
at max. setting …………….. …………….. NA
at min. setting …………….. …………….. NA
at selected setting …………….. …………….. ……………..
- stability test :
NA
at 100% nom. Current …………….. NA
NA
at 500% nom. Setting …………….. NA
2. primary current tests :
- sensitivity test (supply from test set)
at selected setting …………….. NA NA
- stability test (supply from test set)
…………….. …………….. NA
at actual load or 100% nominal current for generators
Check correct reset action ……….…… ……….…… ……….……

Check correct trip action ……………. ……………. …………….
Check correct flag operatin …….……… …….……… …….………
Relay setting after test:

Current setting …..………………….… A
Time setting …………………………
Adhesive label provided …………………………

Date : ……………………………………
Approval :
CONSULTANT : ..……………………………. OWNER/ENGINEER:…….……………………..


Form No. 10
INSPECTION OF BUS-BAR ASSEMBLY – LV SWITCHGEAR

(including incoming and sectionalizer units)
Location : …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….……………………………
Switchboard No. : ……………………………………… Section: …………………………………………….…………..
Manufacturer: ………………………………………….. Purchase No.:
………………………………………………….
System voltage: ……………………………………….. Rating: ………………………………………………………....
1. Insulation resistance test – bus-bar system at 500-V DC Tester used

Phase R……………… Phase S……………… Phase T…………… Mohm ..………………….
2. Conductivity test – bus-bar system (C)

Spout to spout
Ducter Used:
Unit No. Incomer 1 2-3 4-5 6-7 Incomer 7
R ………… ………… ………… ………… …………… ………………
S ………… ………… ………… ………… …………… mohm
T ………… ………… ………… ………… ……………
3. Earthing system :
Check the condition of earthing bar and connections …………………………………….mohm
Measure the continuity of switchboard to main earth …………………………………….mohm
4. Current transformer test (including ammeter)

Completed – Form No. 6 Sheet No. …….…………………………
5. Basic inspection completed – Form No. 1 Sheet No ………………………………..
6. After energizing
Check voltmeter reading : ……………………………..
Check phase rotation ( C ) : ………………………………..
Remarks Inspector: ………………………………

Date : ……………………………………
Approval :
CONSULTANT : ..……………………………. OWNER/ENGINEER : …….……………………


Form No. 11
INSPECTION OF OUTGOING UNIT – LV SWITCHGEAR
Location : ………………………………………………………………………………………..………………………………………………...
Switchboard No. : …………………………………………… Manufacturer :………………………………………………...
Panel No. : …………………………………………………… Function : ………………………………………………………
Switching device: Type……………………………………… Rating : ……………………………………………………….
1. Check the following items and note any deviations/defects under remarks :
Circuit labeling ……………………
Mechanical damage ……………………
Door interlock ……………………
Mechanical position indication ……………………
Electrical closing, local / remote ……………………
Electrical tripping, local / remote ……………………
Alarm indication, local / remote ……………………
Anti-condensation heater ……………………
- test insulation resistance heater at 500 V ...…………………… Mohm
Wiring connections and marking ……………………
- test insulation resistance wiring at 500 V ...…………………… Mohm
2. Earthing :
Check the condition of earthing bar and connections
test the earthing bar continuity …………………… mohm
3. Insulation resistance test – Switching devices ( C ) at 500 V

Phase R……………………………. S……………………….………… T…………………… mohm
4. Protection relay test ( C ) ( Form No. 12) Sheet No. : ………………
5. Check and record the fuse :

Class ……………………….. Rating ……………………. Condition …………………

Date : ……………………………………

Date : ……..…………………….……….
Approval :
CONSULTANT : ..……………………………. OWNER/ENGINEER : …….…………………….


Form No. 12
LV OVERCURRENT AND EARTH-FAULT PROTECTION RELAY TEST
Location : ………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………………………..
Switchboard No. : ………………………………………………… Panel No. : ………………………………………..
Relay: Motor protection relay
Manufacturer : …………………….. Type :……………………… Contactor rating :
..………..…………………… A
Trip setting range : ………………………………………………..A Motor FLC : …………………….………………. A
Primary injection test

At selected trip setting …………………..……………………….A
All three phases connected in series
Test current in % setting 300 300 120 105

Current, A …………… .. ………………… ..………………… ..…………………
Relay condition Cold warm warm warm
Relay time , seconds ..………………… ..………………… ..………………… ..…………………
..………………… ..………………… ..………………… No trip after
Curve time, seconds ………… min.
( supplied by manufacturer )
Earth – fault relay

Setting …………………………………..A
Measured pick – up current ………………………………A
Relay setting after test:

Thermal relay …..………………… .. A
Earth – fault relay ………………………… A
Setting sealed …………………………
Remarks Inspector: ………………………………

Date : ……………………………………
Approval:
CONSULTANT: ……………………………. OWNER/ENGINEER : …….……………….…


Form No. 13
Page 1
INSPECTION OF POWER TRASFORMER
Location : ………………………………………………………………………………………..………….…………………………………….
Transformer No. : …………………………………………… Manufacturer : ……………………………………..
Enclosure : ………………………..………………………….. Serial No. : ………………………………..………
Rating : ……………………………………………….…. KVA Voltage: ………..……………./………………… V
Vector group : ………………………………………………... Current : …………..…………/…………..…….. A
1. Inspection of the switchgear transformer feeder unit

Completed : …………………………………………………… Sheet No. : ………………………………………..
Protection relay setting……………………………………..

Cable Test Mohm Meter
Incl./excl. Voltage Used
HV winding to earth ………………. ………………. ………………. ……………….
LV winding to earth ………………. ………………. ………………. ……………….
HV winding to LV winding ………………. ………………. ………………. ……………….
3. Continuity test - tap changer :

after moving tap changer, Switch set at tap. No. …………………………………………………………………………
Continuity test – HV winding :
R-S ……………..… S-T ……………..… R-T ……………..… mohm
4. Earthing :
Check the condition – neutral earthing …………………………………………………
Measure : - neutral earthing continuity ………………………………………………… mohm
- equipment earthing continuity ………………………………………………… mohm
5. For breather type transformers :

- Check the position of the conservator valve …………………
- Check the silica gel condition / colour …………………
- Result of the oil test main tank …………………
Conservator …………………
- test gas/ oil relay ( buchholz) alarm …………………
trip …………………
- Check thermometer ……………………………. reset max. indicator


Form No. 13
Page 2
6. Check single core cable bonding

(for pre - commissioning inspection only) …………………………………………………………………
7. Inspection of the electrical system of cooling fans/ pumps: ………………………………………………………………..
8. Basic inspection completed Sheet No.: …………………………………………

Date : ……………………………………

Date : ……..…………………….……….
Approval :
CONSULTANT : ..……………………………. OWNER/ENGINEER : …….……………………


Form No. 14
Page 1
INSPECTION OF ELECTRIC MOTOR – CASE-INDUCTION TYPE

(including control unit)
Location : ………………………………………………………………………………………..………….……………………………………..
Transformer No. : ..…………………………………………… Driven equipment : ………………………………
Manufacturer : ………………………..……………….……… Serial No. : ……………………………………….
System voltage: ……………………………………….……. V Rating: ……………………….……………… kW
NOTE: Tests marked (A) may be waived for motors below 30 kW rating.
Tests marked (A) may be waived for motors below 100 kW rating driving centrifugal pumps.
1. Motor record sheet – Equivalent Record Cord completed. See DEP 70.10.01.10-Gen. ( for pre-commissioning
inspection only) ………………………………………………………………………………………………….
2. Inspection of the switchgear motor supply unit completed :

Sheet No.: …………………………………………

before connecting cable : Test voltage ………………………..……….V DC
- insulation resistance of cable ( phase to earth + phase)
R-E …………………… S-E …………………… T-E …………………… Mohm
- insulation resistance of motor ( phase to earth )
after 1 min. ………………………………………. Mohm after 10 min. ………………..………………….. Mohm (A)
Polarizing index. ………………………………… Mohm (A)
After connecting cable :

- check cable connection ………………….…………………………….…………………………
- insulation resistance motor + cable (phases to earth) …………………………………….. Mohm
4. Earthing:
Check the condition of earthing connection at :
Motor …………………………………………………… Control unit…………………………………………
5. Special items :
- check anti – condensation heater ………………………………………………………
- test insulation resistance of heater at 500 V ………………………………………. Mohm
- test insulation resistance of temperature detector at 500 V …………………….. Mohm
- inspect electrical system aux. Motors …………………………………………………


Form No. 14
Page 2
6. Basic inspection completed Sheet No.: …………………………………………
7. Test / record the following items in uncoupled condition:

- record rotation from NDE: CW / CCW
- measure vibration – refer sheet No. …………………………..……..…….. ( A )
Max. reading …………………………..…… DE/NDE ( A)
- record :
- starting time ( if over 1 sec. ) ………………………….…… sec. (A)
- starting current ………………………….…… A (A) (B)
- no load current ………………………………. A
- bearing temperature:
- bearing temperature (A) (B over 30 min.) :
Time Min. 0 30 60 90 120 150 180 210
Temp. DE °C ……… ……… ……… ……… ……… ……… ……… ………
Temp. NDE °C ……… ……… ……… ……… ……… ……… ……… ………
Ambient
temp. °C ……… ……… ……… ……… ……… ……… ……… ………
8. Record in coupled condition:

- starting time (if over 1 sec.) …………………………………………………sec. (A)

Date : ……………………………………

Date : ……..…………………….……….
Approval:
CONSULTANT: ..………………………. OWNER/ENGINEER : …….………………………


Form No. 15
Page 1
INSPECTION OF STATIC SYPPLY UNIT
Location : ………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………………………..
Unit No. : ………………………………………………….…….. Manufacturer : ……………………………………..
Rectifier / inverter : ………………………..……………….…… Serial No. : ………………………………………..
Battery type : ……………………………………….……………. No. cells/ volts : ……………….…………………..
NOTE: Tests marked (C) and ( M) are required for pre-commissioning and maintenance inspection only.
1. AC /DC distribution board.

Check: good condition – no mechanical damage …………………..
Correct labelling – correct earthing …………………..
Test: insulation resistance (not for on- stream inspection)
at 500-V DC Bar 1 - earth ………………………………….. Mohm
Bar 1 – bar 2 ………………… Mohm Bar 2 - earth ………………………………….. Mohm
Test earth- fault indication and detection ……………………………
Record: fuse size……………………………………………………….. Actual load……………………………
2. Rectifier / Inverter
Check the following items
Correct earthing and cable connections ……………………
Operating temperature in cabinet – no hot spots ……………………
No accumulation of dust (heat sinks) ……………………
No abnormal noise ……………………
No leaking electrolytic capacitors
(all parallel capacitors same temperature) ……………………
Correct operation of :
Forced cooling fan (if fitted) ……………………
Interlock system ……………………
Indicating lights, relays and remote alarms ……………………
Change-over time ( inverter) ……………………
Check / adjust if required:
Inverter output voltage / frequency ……………………
Rectifier charging rate ……………………


Form No. 15
Page 2
3. Batteries
Check that all connections are tight and anti-corrosive
coating (Vaseline) is provided ……………………
Check the liquid level of each cell ……………………
Check the cells for leakage ……………………
Test the insulation resistance to earth ……………………
- for lead acid batteries:
test and record the specific gravity of the electrolyte in each cell ……………………
- for alkaline batteries:
test the open voltage of each cell with digital voltmeter ……………………
Discharge test (C) (M)

Discharge: Start ………………………………... h Discharge current ………………….A
Finish ………………………………. h
Total …………………………………h Capacity: …………………………….Ah
Time
Terminal voltage
Discharge, A
Room temp., ° C
Specific gravity / mV per cell:
Cell No. 1
2
3
4
5
6
7


Form No. 15
Page 3
4. Basic inspection completed Sheet No.: ……………………………………………………

Date : ……………………………………

Date : ……..…………………….……….
Approval:
CONSULTANT:..…………………………… OWNER/ENGINEER : …….……………………


Form No. 16
INSPECTION OF LIGHTING INATALLATION (including distribution board)
Location: ………………………………………………………………………………………..………….…………………………..
Lighting board No.: ……………………………………….…… Manufacturer : ……………………………………..
System voltage: ………………………..……………….……… Purchase No.: ……………………………………..
NOTE: Tests marked (C) and /or (M) are required for pre-commissioning and /or maintenance inspections only.
1. Lighting distribution board.

- Establish and record the following:
1. area classification
2. type of Ex-protection
3. type of enclosure protection
4. circuit fuse size
- Test the insulation resistance at 500 V ( C) ( M)
R-E……………………Mohm R-S……………………Mohm R-N………………………Mohm
S-E……………………Mohm S-T……………………Mohm S-N………………………Mohm
T-E……………………Mohm R-T……………………Mohm T-N………………………Mohm
- Check the following items and note any deviations / defects under remarks :
1. Correct labelling ……………………
2. Good general condition – no mechanical damage ……………………
3. No unauthorised modification of dust and dirt ……………………
4. No undue accumulation of dust and dirt ……………………
5. Adequate protection of board and cables against corrosion –
the weather,vibration. etc. …..……………….
6. Correct wiring – earthing in good condition ……………………
7. Correct operation earth leakage protection ……………………
2. Lighting fittings and receptacles.

- Inspection list l lighting fittings and receptacles
- Form No. 17 – completed
Sheet No. ……………………………..
3. Remarks: Inspector:………………………………..
Date:……………………………………..
Remedial action completed: Supervisor:………………………………

Date:……………………………………..
Approval:
CONSULTANT: …………………. OWNER/ENGINEER : ………………….


Form No. 17
INSPECTION LIST LIGHTING FITTINGS/ RECEPTICLES
1 2 3 4 5 6
1 Circuit No.
2 Insulation resistance to earth , Mohm (C)(M)
3 Number of fittings/recepacles
4 Make/type of fittings/recepticles
5 Type of Ex-protection – Ex-
6 Type of enclosure – IP-
7 Circuit makins on fitting
8 No unauthorisd modifications
9 Enclosure and glasses satisfactory
10 Seal and gaskets complete
11 No undue accomulation of dust/dirt
12 No damage to cables
13 Adequate protection of fittings and cables

against corrosion, vibration, weather, etc.
14 Test earth continuity to plant earth ( C) ( M)

15 Remarks
NOTE: Tests marked ( C) and/ (M) are required

Inspection: …………….. Date: ………………...
for pre-commissioning and/or maintenance
Inspection only.
Remedial action completed: Supervisor: …………….. Date: …………………
Approval:


Form No. 18
INSPECTION OF DISTRIBUTION FEEDER CABLE
Location: ………………………………………………………………………………………..………….…………………………..
Cable No.: ……………………………………….………………… System voltage: …………………………………..
Cores : ………………………..…… Size : ………………….mm2 Cables rated voltage : ..…………………………..
NOTE: Tests marked (C) are required for pre-commissioning inspections only.
1. Establish and record : ( C)

the lenght of cable ………………………………………………………………………………...
2. HV pressure test (C) ( 3 min. on 100% test voltage)
Test voltage leakage Current mA

% kV R S T Tested used :
40 …………….. …………….. ……………. …………… …………...
60 …………….. …………….. ……………. ……………
80 …………….. …………….. ……………. ……………
100 …………….. …………….. ……………. ……………
3. Insulation resistance test

Phase R…………………Mohm S…………………Mohm T…………………Mohm
Tested used :
…………………....
4. Remarks: Inspector:………………………………..
Date:……………………………………..
Approval:


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SPECIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL

2 Nov 2021 Overall Modifications and Updates MT MD

client: TRANSCO/ ADDC/ AADC

project phase: project: document: W-E-SS-013 rev: 2 sheet: 1 of: 55

3. STANDARDS AND CODES ................................................................................. 4

3.1 Standards ..................................................................................................... 4

3.2 Local Regulations ......................................................................................... 5

4. SITE CONDITIONS .............................................................................................. 6

5. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ....................................................................................... 6

6. DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS ............................................................................... 6

6.1 Cabling Works .............................................................................................. 7

6.2 Lighting and Small Power System ................................................................ 7

6.3 Earthing and Lightning Protection ................................................................ 9

6.4 Power System Design .................................................................................. 9

6.5 Switchroom Layout Design & Requirements .............................................. 10

7. GENERAL CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS ............................................... 10

8. INSTALLATION SPECIFICATION ..................................................................... 12

8.1 Scope ......................................................................................................... 12

8.2 Lighting and Small Power System Installation Works ................................. 13

8.3 Transformers .............................................................................................. 17

8.4 Battery and Charges .................................................................................. 17

8.5 Cable Installation ........................................................................................ 18

8.6 Electrical Variable Speed Drive System (EVSDS) Installation.................... 22

8.7 Earthing System Installation Works ............................................................ 23

Client TRANSCO/ ADDC/ AADC

Project phase: project: document: W-E-SS-013 rev: 2 sheet: 2 of: 55

9.2 Motor Tests ................................................................................................ 25

9.3 Grounding Resistance Tests ...................................................................... 25

9.4 Transformer Tests ...................................................................................... 25

9.5 33 kV and L.V. Switchgear Tests ............................................................... 26

9.6 Electrical Variable Speed Drive System Tests (EVSDS) ............................ 26

9.8 Cable Installation Tests .............................................................................. 26

9.9 Wiring Insulation Tests ............................................................................... 27

9.10 Lighting and Small Power Systems Tests .................................................. 27

9.11 Functional Tests ......................................................................................... 28

9.12 Measurement of Harmonic Levels .............................................................. 28

10. ACCEPTANCE OF WORK ................................................................................. 28

11. INSPECTION FORMS ........................................................................................ 29

Client TRANSCO/ ADDC/ AADC

Project phase: project: document: W-E-SS-013 rev: 2 sheet: 3 of: 55

The installation, testing, pre-commissioning checks and commissioning of the major

3. STANDARDS AND CODES

- Miniature fuses- IEC 60127-1

Client TRANSCO/ ADDC/ AADC

Project phase: project: document: W-E-SS-013 rev: 2 sheet: 4 of: 55

- Electrical Installations of buildings IEC 60364

- Specification for PVC insulated cables of rated voltages

- Power cable with extruded insulation and their accessories

- Calculation of the continuous current rating of cables IEC 60287-1-1

- Nominal cross-sectional areas and composition IEC 60228

- Rubber insulated flexible cables and cords with IEC 60245-1

- Standards colours for p.v.c. insulation for IEC 60304

- General purpose and specification for luminaires IEC 60598

- Outside diameters of conduits for electrical IEC 60423

- Specification for conduits for IEC 61386-21

- Conduit system for cable management IEC 61386-1

3.2 Local Regulations

- Regulations for Electrical Installation Works by OWNER/ENGINEER.

Client TRANSCO/ ADDC/ AADC

Project phase: project: document: W-E-SS-013 rev: 2 sheet: 5 of: 55

Electrical supply : 3 Phase, 11kV, 22kV, 33kV AC, 50 Hz

Electrical distribution : 3 Phase, neutral & earth 400/230V AC, 50 Hz