Testing and Commissioning Notes-5,6,7

TESTING AND COMMISSIONING OF ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENTS 10EE756
SUBJECT: TESTING AND COMMISSIONING OF ELECTRICAL

EQUIPMENT (10EE756)
PART - B
UNIT – 5, 6 & 7: Induction Motors
a. Specifications for different types of motors, Duty, I.P. protection. 2 Hours
b. Installation: Location of the motors (including the foundation details) & its control apparatus,
shaft &Alignment for various coupling, fitting of pulleys & coupling, drying of windings.
4 Hours
c. Commissioning Test: Mechanical tests for alignment, air gap symmetry, tests for bearings,
vibration Balancing. 5 Hours
Electrical Tests: Insulation test, earth resistance, high voltage test, starting up, failure to speed up to
take the load, type of test, routine test, factory test and site test (in accordance with ISI code
4 Hours
d. Specific Tests: Performance & temperature raise tests, stray load losses, shaft alignment, and re-
rating&specialdutycapability. 4 Hours
Introduction:
 Induction motors are widely used as industrial drives because of its simplicity,
reliability and low cost.
 With the application of thyristor control, induction motor can be used for
variable speed drive.
 Induction motor works with better efficiency appreciable over-load capacity and
maintenance required is minimum.
 Three phase induction motor are available with various rating from fractional
HP to several thousand HP.
Standard specifications of a Induction Motor
The important step in selection of induction motor for specific application is deciding the
ratings considering all affecting parameters.
 Output Rating: The preferred output rating for induction motors upto and
including 110KW are 0.06, 0.09, 0.12, 0.18, 0.25, …….100KW
 Type of Mounting:The mounting is to be specified like foot mounting, bed
mounting etc.
 Rated voltage and rated frequency with variation
 Class of insulation: The class of insulation used for winding is to be given i. e class A,
E, B, F and H
 Ambient temperature
 Type of construction and bearing arrangements
 Type of enclose and cooling system
 Method of starting and drive details
 Performance requirements with respect to efficiency and related parameters
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Shilpa Patil, Asst Prof, Dept of EEE,Sai Vidya Institute of Technology, Rajanukunte,Bangalore
Procurement of Induction Motor

When enquiring, and placing an order of induction motor the following particular should be
supplied
 Site & operating conditions
 Types of enclosure
 Reference to this standard i.e IS code number
 Types of duty
 Method of cooling
 Types of construction
 Frequency in HZ
 No of phase
 Mechanical output in KW
 Rated voltage & permitted variation
 Class of Insulation
 Speed in rpm ,at rated voltage
 Direction of rotation, looking from driving end
 Uni &bidirectional of rotation required
 The maximum temperature of air & water used for cooling
 Maximum permissible temperature rise
Name Plate details of Induction Motor
Rating plate giving the following details should be supplied with each motor
 Reference to standard ex ref IS:325

 Induction motor
 Name of the manufacture
 Manufacture’s number &frame reference
 Types of duty
 Class of insulation
 No of phases
 Speed in rpm
 Rated o/p in KW
 Rated voltage & winding connections
 Current in amp rated o/p
 Rotor voltage & current
 Ambient temperature when above 40*c
Sample Name Plate
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Types of Enclosures
 Open ventilated motor
 Ventilated motor
 Drip proof motor
 Water protected motor
 Totally enclosed motor
 Totally enclosed fan cooled motor
 Environment proof motor
 Weather proof motor
 Hose proof motor
Duty
The duty requirements shall explicitly be given by the purchasers as accurate as possible. The
Duty requirement may be declared numerically or with the aid of time sequence graphs. The duty
declaration for an electric motor is very important as the electric motors have the time rate of
temperature rise.
Classes of Duty:
 S1 - continuous Duty: The motor is running long enough
 S2 - short time Duty: Time of operation is very low
 S3 - Intermittent periodic Duty: The motor operates for some time and then there is
rest period
 S4 - intermittent periodic Duty with starting
 S5 - continuous duty with intermittent periodic loading
 S6 - continuous duty with starting & electric braking
 S7 - continuous duty with periodic speed change
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Explosion Proof/Flame Proof

Flame-proof Enclosures are specially designed and built for installation in hazardous locations.
The hazardous locations include those which have
- Highly inflammable gases/vapours or liquids.
- Combustible dust
- Combustible fibres floating in air
- Highly inflammable liquids like petrol, napthal, benzene, ether, acetone, etc. This explosive
mixture of air and inflammable gas can explode in presence of electric arc or electric spark.
The primary consideration in the design of flame-proof enclosures is to prevent such
explosion. The flame-proof switchgear should be built such that
- The construction should be strong enough to with stand the high pressure from within, caused
by explosion of gas which enters the enclosure.
- The design should be such that the flame or spark within the enclosure should be carried out
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- The enclosure should be gas tight.
- The flame- proof motors and switchgear should be installed, as for as possible away from
hazardous location. The motor and switch gear should be ‘flame-proof, or ‘ explosion -proof’
and should satisfy the codes and standards specified for such switchgear.
The Type 'n' Motor is an improved version of a normal Induction motor with the following
additional requirements.
• Non –sparking terminals
• Adequate clearances
• Welded end rings to prevent sparking while starting
• Adequate clearances between
• Stator and rotor
• Shaft and bearing
• Increased safety for terminal box
• Special enclosures
• Suitable axial and radial clearance between the fan and finned portions of the motor.
INSTALLATION OF INDUCTION MOTOR

The various stages in the installation of induction motor are as follows:
 Acceptance and proper storage at site
 Foundation and civil work
 Drawing of supply and control cables
 Preparing motor for installation
 Preparing driven machine and shaft alignment ready
 Installation of cooling systems for large machines
 Checking the insulation, starter, supply and control cable
 Drying out
 Checks and tests on the machine and related
accessories.
 Trial run on load under observation
 Settings of protective relays
 Final commissioning and handing over to operating staff
Acceptance and proper storage at site
 The electrical machine received at site must be placed in permanent storage within 4
days of their arrival.
 The location in the store depends upon sequence of their handing over for
installation.
 Before keeping in store the machine should pass on acceptance procedure intended to
check it for missing or damaged parts so as to take a necessary measure for avoiding
the violation of installation terms.
 The electrical machines must be stored in dry, clean and well ventilated store room
protected against dam gases, coal dust etc.
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The exposed metal surface of machine shall be coated with anti-corrosive grease and
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wrapped in a moisture resistance material.
Civil work and Foundation
 All civil construction and foundation of the machine room should be fully completed
before the installation of the machine.
 The machine room must have a enough space for the installation and dismounting of
machines
 The cable conduit trenches should be cleaned and dried out
 The machine room should be equipped with overhead travelling cranes of sufficient load
carrying capacity for handling assembled machines
 Depending upon the size of the motor appropriate foundation is to be designed
 The function of the foundation is to transmit the static and dynamic load of the running
motor to the ground.
 The foundation should be strong to prevent displacement and vibration of a running
machine.
 Three basic requirements of machine foundation are:
1. Horizontal level 2. Rigidity 3. Freedom from vibrations
 It comprises the following essential features :
1) Foundation made on cement-concrete 2)Bed-plate 3) Foundation bolts
 The machine is bolted to the Bed-plate. The Bed-plate is fixed on leveled foundation
 The foundation bolts are used to securing the bed plate to the concrete foundation.
 Rolled I-sections are placed in concrete on which the bed plate rest
1. Concrete Foundation
The machine with or without bed-plate should be securely bolted to solid, firm, level
foundation. The design of foundation depends on the size and speed of the machine .The
qualities of a good foundation are rigidity and freedom from vibration. The depth of
concrete foundation should be enough. For this excavation should be enough depth. The
depth should be depends on bearing capacity of soil.
Place the wooden farmers around the edges of the excavation at the floor level.
Also Place the I-shaped rolled sections in horizontal formation to provide reinforcement
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to the concrete. The wooden farmers give the shape to the concrete plinth the cable
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ducts should be provided with suitable patterns.
2. Bed-plate
The bed plates are secured to the concrete by means of foundation bolts. The machine are
bolted to the bed plate .the bed plates for large machines are fabricated thick sheet steel or
rolled I-section, large beams. The bed plate has sufficient stiffeners and ribs provided in its
structure. The holes drilled on the top and bottom faces of the bed plate according to the
design The fabricated bed plate is generally of rectangular shape.
3) Foundation bolts
The foundation bolts fix –up the bed –plate onto the concrete foundation. The lower
portion of the foundation bolts has an eye –shape or saw-tooth shape to provide grip in
the foundation. The foundation bolt is inserted in the holes of the bed plate with the
spring washer and plain packing washer between the nut and the plate flange. The
foundation bolts should be located with the bed plate hole before lowering bed plate .Fill
the space around the bolts with cement paste up to the surface level of foundation. Fill
up the cavities by using suitable rod for ramming the grouting and then it allowed to set
hard. After this the foundation nuts are tightened lightly, set carefully, aligned.
Vibrations
The excessive vibration in the rotating machine can be caused by one or many of the
following
 Misalignment between motor and driven equipment

 Loose of foundation bolts.
 Badly worn bearings
 Mechanically unbalanced rotor
 Bent or cracked shaft
 Highly pulsating load
 Magnetic effects of high frequency
Periodic measurement of vibration provides useful preventive maintenance data about its
mechanical condition. A sudden increase in the amplitude of vibration indicates severe
unhealthy condition. A gradual increase in vibration may not be noticed until damage occurs
Measurement of vibration: Displacement indicators are useful for vibration measurements

during preventive maintenance. The dial type vibration indicator consists of a dial mounted in
a heavy case that rests on a coil spring. A plunger from the dial extends through the springs to
make contact with the vibrating part. The vibrometer is used for vibration measurement. It
has a stem and a dial, the stem is touched to the motor shaft in the direction of vibration.
Excessive vibration of is minimized by:
1. Checking the bolts, coupling, foundation and bearing
2. Run the motor for a vibration test without a driven machine. If the motor vibrates, it
may be out of balance.
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3. If the motor does not vibrate when running alone, the vibration may be in the driven
equipment or caused by the shaft alinement
4. The shaft has to be aligned by using various method
Shimming work during Installation

Shims are the thin strips of steel sheet of size 0.2mm to 2mm.These are used to insert
under the foot of the motor to raise or Align the shaft with the driven equipment. The
exact Alignment of driven and driving axes is achieved by adding or removing the
shims.
Shaft Alignment
The perfect alignment of shaft of driving and driven machine is desired.
Themisalignment will affects the machine operation. The radial and axial clearance
between the couplings of two shafts are measured after alignment. When the rotor is
turned through approximately 0ᵒ C,90ᵒC, 180ᵒC, 270ᵒC and 360ᵒC shall not differ by the
following values
- 0.03mm for 300 mm diameter coupling
- 0.5mm for 500 mm diameter coupling
The shaft of driven and driving machine is aligned by different methods. There are 3 steps
in the alignments
1. Axial positioning of the shafts
2. Paralleling the shaft axis
3. Centering of the shaft axisis
The shaft of driving and driven machines is aligned on the bed plates in their final position
by using Shims under the feet of the machine. The feeler gauge is used to know the
difference by turning the rotor. The single point turn run over gauge is used to know the
difference in heights of vertical surfaces of couplings. Figure a & b shows the shaft
alignment procedure
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Balancing of Rotor
It is essential that the rotor is to be mechanically balanced for smooth running
without developing vibrations. The balancing is obtained by adding or shifting weights
fixed on the rotor for counter balancing or the material from the rotor is etched /drilled out
from heavy side. The balancing can be achieved in two ways
a. Static balancing for low speed machines
b. Dynamic balancing for high speed machines
Static balancing: The rotor to be balanced is fixed on two knife edges of the balancing.
Thecenters or the knife edges must be in perfect horizontal plane. The well balanced rotor will
remain in standing in any position when turned about the axis in any direction, in any position and
will not oscillate. When the rotor is unbalanced, the heavier side is always try to come down and
the rotor cannot stay in any position. The balancing is achieved by addition of weight or removing
material from heavier portion of the rotor.
Dynamic balancing: This is carried out by using special balancing machines. The rotor of
themachine to be balanced is mounted on the axis of the balancing machine and driven at high
speed. If the rotor is unbalanced, it will vibrate at higher speeds. Dynamic balancing machine has
bearings supported by springs. To locate an unbalanced portion, one of the bearing is locked and
the other is left free to vibrate. An indicating needle is gently touched to the rotor and leaves a
mark at uneven portion. The same is repeated by rotating the rotor in reverse direction. The heavy
portion lies between the two marks which is removed or counter weight is placed.
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Selection of bearings in an Induction motor

Factors to be considered in selection of bearings are
1. Speed
2. Temperature limits
3. Load capacity
4. Space and weight limitation
5. Noise and vibration
6. Corrosive resistance
7. Infiltration of duct, dust, etc
8. Cost
Drying of Windings
The Insulation of Rotating machine is Hygroscopic (absorbs moisture) in nature. The
Moisture reduces the insulation resistance. It is essential to remove the moisture before
commissioning of the machine. The high resistance of Insulation gives the degree of dryness
of the insulation.
The different methods of Drying out are:
1. Drying out of induction motor by drying chamber and resistor heater
2. Drying out by radiating lamps
3. Drying out by circulating short circuit current
1. Drying out of induction motor by drying chamber and resistor heater

Dry the induction motor using drying chamber. The machine to be dried is housed in
a drying chamber. The volume of drying chamber should be nearly four times the
volume of the induction motor. The heated air by using resistor heaters is circulated
by means of fans and air circulation system. The air temperature is measured using
thermometers. The moisture 15 expelled from the machine is let out of the drying
chamber through air outlet. For large machines heater blowers of 25 KW are suitable.
The chamber should be thermally insulated to avoid heat loss. The machine body is
covered with canvas to prevent heat loss. Temperature of the air shall be controlled
by turning off the heater from time to time. The temperature is gradually raised i.e.
not faster than lode per hour. Higher rate of heating may result in damage due to
differential expansion of metals and insulation. It is required to preferably maintain
steady temperature throughout the heating. the fig is as shown
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2. Drying out by radiating lamps

This is the convenient and simple method used for medium and small motors. The
infrared lamps are located in the chamber facing the motor windings with rotor
removed. This method is applicable to dismantled motor for drying the stator
winding and rotor Winding separately. The fig is as shown
3. Drying out by circulating short circuit current

This is convenient method for drying out slip-ring induction motors. The machine is
connected to low voltage source. The input voltage, current, power, the temperature of
winding, temperature of body, temperature of hot air is periodically recorded. The end
covers of the machine are removed. The machine body is covered with tarpaulin. The
increase and decrease of the temperature should be gradual. The rotor is blocked. The
current through the stator winding not to exceed 50% of the rated current
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Tests on Induction Motor
 Type Test:These tests are conducted on the machine to confirm the design
 Routine Test: These tests are conducted on each motor to confirm proper manufacture
and to ensure trouble free performance at a site
 Commissioning Test: These tests are conducted after installation before final
commissioning to ensure the machine is free from defects
 Special Test: These tests are conducted to analyze the performance or for special
investigation
 Development Test: These tests are conducted to analyze the effect of various design
parameters and stresses
 Reliability Test: These tests are conducted to access the reliability of motor
1.Insulation resistance test

The insulation resistance is done by using megger like transformer. (refer unit one and two
notes page 15-16) . If megger is not available we will go for volt-ammeter method.
2.Measurement of winding resistance
The following are the methods to measure the winding resistance of the motor
1.The Drop of Potential or Voltmeter- Ammeter Method: In this simple method DC voltage
and current are measured by using volt meter connect in parallel and by ammeter connected in
series with the winding, when the values became steady.
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Since the resistance between two terminals is usually of 2 phases are in series, the resistance
perphase
Rdc = V/2I
The ac resistance is 1.5 times dc resistance because of proximity effect skin effect of ac current.
Rac = 1.5Rdc = 1.5V/2I = 1.5Rdc
2.Kelivin- Thompson double bridge Method:Resistance less than 1 ohm shall be measured by
Kelvin double bridge. The winding is connected at unknow resistance terminal of the bridge. And
the resistance is determined by varying the variable resister until the galvanometer shows zero
deflection. The variation of resistance between phases to the extended of 5 % may be permitted.
3.High Voltage Test

The test is conducted to check the capability of insulation of windings. The test voltageis of
power frequency and sine wave. The value of maximum test voltage at site test is
given by the expression:
Vac(site)= 75%[2*rated voltage+1000] volts

Vac= 1.5 rated line to line voltage
The test set up is shown in fig

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The three terminals of the motor are connected together and to the high voltage terminal of
test supply. The body is earthed and is connected to the earth terminal of test supply. In this
test, the test voltage is raised quickly to the maximum test voltage and applied for one
minute and reduced slowly to zero.
If the breakdown occurs, the test supply is automatically tripped. The test is conducted on
go/not go basis. While conducting the test, reference to the relevant standards and
manufactures instruction is to be made.
4. No load Test
This test is conducted to determine the no-load current, core loss and friction and
wind age losses. The motor is run on no-load at rated voltage and frequency until the input
power is constant. The readings of voltage, frequency, current and power are noted. This
test shall be preferably conducted immediately after the temperature rise test. The input
power is the sum of friction and wind age losses, core loss and no-load primary I2R loss.
The friction and wind age losses and core losses may be separated if required. The test setup
is as shown.
5.Locked rotor test

This test is a carried out by holding the rotor stationary by clamps. The stator is
supplied with low voltage of normal frequency. The applied voltage is gradually increased
till the rated current is circulated in the stator windings. The readings of voltage, current and
power are noted. The leakage impedance reduces with higher current as a result of
saturation. Locked rotor test gives copper loss for particular stator current. Iron losses are
ignored.
6.Load Test
The test with the load are conducted for the determination of performance such as efficiency,
power factor, speed and temperature raise. For all the test with load, the machine shall be
properly aligned and secured fastened.
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The motor may be loaded by AC or DC coupled generator either directly or by belt. The
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output of generator is measured and its effeminacy at various loads must be known to
calculate the output of the motor under test. The input to the motor is measured by using Watt
meters. When belt drive is used, the power loss in the belt should be considered. When a
pony break is used, for large machines, then break gets extremely hot, so the observation
must be taken very quickly. This method is suitable for small machines testing in the
laboratory.
7.Temperature rise test:
The aim of this test is to find out the temperature rise on different parts of the motor
while running at rated conditions. During temperature rise test, the motor should be shielded
from currents of air entering from adjacent pulleys and other machines. A small current of
air may cause great discrepancy in results obtained. The duration of temperature rise test
depends on the type of rating of the motor. For motors of continuous rating, the test should
be continued till the thermal equilibrium is reached. For motors of short time rating the
duration of test corresponds to the declared short time rating, the test should be continued till
the thermal equilibrium is reached. Methods of measuring temp The following methods are
approved for determining the temperature of windings and other parts of motor.
1) Embedded temperature detector method:
Embedded temperature detectors are resistance thermo-meters or thermocouples built
in the machine at points which are inaccessible when the m chine is assembled. This method
is generally employed for the slot portion of stator windings. At least six detectors to be built
in a machine suitably distributed around the circumference.
2) Resistance Method:
This method is generally used for stator windings. Here temperature is determined
by the increase in the resistance of the windings.
The temperature is determined by the formula
𝑅2−𝑅1
T2 – Ta = x(235+T1)+T1-Ta
𝑅1
Where Ta – Temperature of cooling air at the end of the test

T2 - Temperature of winding at the end of the test
T1 - Temperature of winding at the time of initial resistance measurement
R2 – Resistance of the winding at the end of the test
R1 – Initial resistance of the winding
3) Thermometer method:
This method is used when temperature measurement by embedded detector and
resistance method is not possible In this method, the temperature is determined by
thermometers placed at the accessible surface of the rotor.
8.Determination of Slip of Induction Motor

a)Speed measurement method:
In this method the speed of the motor is measured by tachometer. The slip is calculated by
knowing the synchronous speed taking exact value of frequency of the applied voltage
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b)Stroboscopic Method:
In this method, the disc is painted with alternate black and white strips and it is attached
to motor shaft.The disc is illuminated by neon lamp from stroboscope.The complete
apparent revolution of disc correspondence to slip per pair of poles. Slip is calculated
using
c)Slip Coil Method:

In this method, the insulated wire is passed axially over the motor and it’s 2 ends are
connected to centre of galvanometer. When the motor is running the galvanometer pointer
will oscillate. The number of oscillations shall be counted in one direction for a time ‘T’
seconds. Slip is calculated by
where n is number of oscillation
d)Magnetic Needle Method:

The Magnetic needle is placed on the body of the motor horizontally. When the motor is
running the needle will oscillate. The number of oscillations shall be counted in one
direction for a time ‘T’ seconds. Slip is calculated by
where n is number of oscillation
e)Rotor Frequency oscillation measurement:

The moving coil ammeter with centre zero is inserted in the rotor circuit to know the rotor
frequency. The frequency can be found by counting the oscillation of the pointer
Slip is calculated by
9.Noise in Motors
The noise of a rotating machine is generated by a cooling air from its fan as it passed
through or over the machine. Some noise reduction is possible by substituting
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unidirectional trailing bladed fans by the normal radial blades Further reduction is
achieved by inlet and outlet silencers or the adoption of closed ventilation circuit of
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cooling air.
The noise is also caused by magnetic effects and dependent on the stator and rotor
slots. It can occur in machine with fractional number of open slots per pole, producing a
relatively a large vibration of air-gap flux density. This may produce a penetrating note at
approximately slot frequency (e.g. 0.5 – 1.5kHz). The amplitude of stator permeance
variation may be the cause, but the amplitude also depends on higher order rotor m.m.f.
space harmonics. The frequency of the noise is twice the product of the supply frequency
with that integer nearest to the number of slot per pole.
Noise Reduction: Noise is caused by

1. Magnetostriction
2. Aerodynamics
3. Bearing noise of rotating shaft
Speed and Power effect:

- Totally enclosed machine give least sound. Open ventilated machine give
maximum sound.
- Ventilation noise predominates in 2-pole machines
- Magnetic noise is predominating in machines with more number of poles
- When bearing, noise become audible, the other two become less significant
Methods to reduce the noise for DC Machine
- Reduced magnetic loading.

- Increase number of armature slots – Skewing of slots.
- Continuously graded main pole gap (more at pole end and least at pole centre)
- Increase in air gap – Brace commutating poles against main poles
- 12 pulse thyristor for speed control and not 6-pluse
- Semi- enclosed slots or closed slots for compensating windings
INSTALLATION OF LARGE ROTATION MACHINE RECEVIED IN

DISMANTLED CONDITION
Various steps in installation of a large rotation machine received in dismantled condition are:
 Installation of bed plate and the leveling of bed plate
 Installation of the bearing pedestals and leveling of the bearing
pedestals
 Checks on stator and rotor
 Assembly of the rotor onto the shaft
 Installation of the stator
 Installing the rotor in the stator
 Checking of the air gap between stator and rotor
 Installation of the the driven and drive machine in the similar fashion.
 Preparation of shaft couplings
 Mounting of shaft couplings on shaft
 Preparation of shafts and alignment of shafts.
 Installation of cooling systems
 Drying out
 Testing
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Each of the above activities should be carried out by technically skilled staff. The
instruction manual supplied by the manufacturer should be referred in practice. Shaft
alignment should be, perfect to get trouble free mechanical performance of the
generator with the driven equipment. The rating plate is of definite dimensions as per IS
Code. The ratings are etched or engraved and is fixed to the machine in a clearly visible
position
Various Abnormal conditions & the Protections provided
The abnormal conditions in induction motor can be classified into:

1. Prolonged overloading: It caused due to the mechanical loading, short time cyclic
overloading. This results in temperature rise of the winding and deterioration of the of
insulation resulting in winding fault.
Protection: The motor should be provided with the overload protection, thermal overload
relays and overload release.
2. Single phasing: one of the supply lines gets disconnected due to the rupturing of the
fuse or open circuit in one of three supply connections. In such case motor continues to
run with the single supply. If the motor is loaded to its full rate load, it draws excessive
current on single phasing. The windings get overheated and damage the insulation of the
winding.
The single phasing also causes the unbalanced load resulting in excessive heating of the
rotor due to negative sequence component.
Protection: the motor should be protected with the negative phase sequence relay,
thermal overload relays and static single phasing relays.
3. Internal faults in the motor: It is mainly due to the overloading, abnormal supply
conditions which results in failure of insulation resistance and temperature rise
Protection: the motor should be protected with the differential protection, over current
relay the motor should be protected with the HRC fuses
4. Stalling: If the motor dos not start due to the excessive load, it draws heavy current. It
should be immediately disconnected from the supply.
Protection: the motor should be protected with the thermal relays and instantaneous O.C
relays.
5. Excessive harmonics in supply voltage:

Protection: the motor should be protected with the AC harmonic filters connected near
motor terminals
6. Switching surges:
Protection: the motor should be protected with the RC surge modifiers, Zinc arresters near
motor terminals
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Factors to be considered in selecting motors for Industrial drives

Important factors to be considered in selecting motors for industrial drives are:
1. Relationship between size, weight,power,torque and speed of electric motor
The torque and speed determine the size of an electric motor. Machine of equal
power may deliver different torque at different speeds and thus be too different
sizes. High speed motors are smaller than lower speed machines of the power.
2. Standardization and Type of motor, specifications.
Electric machines have different operating characteristics. Machine is designed to
get particular characteristics and design feature. For the sake of greater uniformity,
the size, power, speed voltages, power factors etc of electrical machines are
standardized.
3. Type of frame
Different frame types of rotary electrical machines are categorized in DIN42950. The
various frame types are denoted by letter/number codes. Three criteria used to
Differentiated types are 1) The bearing type 2) The form of stator 3) The position of shaft.
4. Types of Degree of protection
The electrical plants are exposed to different operating condition. The degree
of protection against these external influences is indicated by the type of
protection
5. Operating Duty and ratings
6. Cooling
The operating temperature of a machine depends on cooling as well as the load. If
large quantity of heat is removed by cooling, the machine can be loaded more.
Cooling systems according to their type and functions.
7. Insulation Class
The machine must be insulated in accordance with its voltage rating, power rating and
duty cycle. The type of insulation used depends on the operating temperature.
8. Transmission of shaft power and interface with drive
The power output of an electric motor must be transmitted to the machinery it is
driving. The two machines can be directly coupled. In this case their shafts speed
will be identical torque and power are transmitted directly
9. Speed torque characteristics
10. Braking requirements
11. Maintenance requirements.
Preventive maintenance schedule of Induction motor

The objective of the maintenance is to reduce the number of failures. During normal
working, some parts wear out and calls for replacement and minor defects are to be rectified
to avoid failure. The breakdown of motor results in loss / damage /outage /inconvenience.
The down time of the machine must be kept as minimum as possible. Hence preventive
maintenance is justified
The preventive maintenance needs
 Proper records 
 Skilled labor and staff 
 Facilities for repairs 
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 Storage of spares 
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The repeated inspection leads to wastage of time and money. The neglected/hardly Inspection
leads to failure.
The frequency of inspection must depend on
 Importance of the machine 
  Duty cycle 
 Age 
 Overloads, service conditions 
 The maintenance schedule is always recommended by the manufacture 

EVERY WEEK
 
 1. Examine commutator and brushes, ac and dc. 
 2. Check oil level in bearings. 
 3. See that oil rings turn with shaft. 
 4. See that exposed shaft is freeof oil and grease from bearings. 
5. Examine the starter switch, fuses, and other controls; tighten loose
 connections. 
6. See that the motor is brought up to speed in normal time.

EVERY SIX MONTHS
1. Clean motor thoroughly, blowing out dirt from windings, and wipe
commutator and brushes. 
 2. Inspect commutator clamping ring. 
3. Check brushes and replace any that are more than half worn. 

4. Examine brush holders, and clean them if dirty. Make certain that brushes
ride free in the holders. 
 5. Check brush pressure. 
 6. Check brush position. 
 7. Drain, wash out, and replace oil in sleeve bearings. 
 8. Check grease in ball or roller bearings. 
 9. Check operating speed or speeds. 
 10. See that end play of shaft is normal. 
 11. Inspect and tighten connections on motor and control. 
12. Check current input and compare it with normal. 

13. Examine drive, critically, for smooth running, absence of vibration, and
worn gears, chains, or belts. 

14. Check motor foot bolts, end-shield bolts, pulley, coupling, gear and
journal set screws, and keys. 

15. See that all covers, and belt and gear guards are in place, in good order,
and securely fastened.

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ONCE A YEAR
 1. Clean out and renew grease in ball or roller bearing housings. 

 2. Test insulation by megohmmeter. 
 3. Check air gap. 
4. Clean out magnetic dirt that may be clinging to poles. 

5. Check clearance between shaft and journal boxes of sleeve bearing
 motors to pre vent operation with worn bearings. 
6. Clean out undercut slots in commutator. Check the commutator for
 smoothness. 
 7. Examine connections of commutator and armature coils. 
8. Inspect armature bands 
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TESTING AND COMMISSIONING OF ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENTS 10EE756

SUBJECT: TESTING AND COMMISSIONING OF ELECTRICAL

Standard specifications of a Induction Motor

Procurement of Induction Motor

Name Plate details of Induction Motor

 Reference to standard ex ref IS:325

Explosion Proof/Flame Proof

- The enclosure should be gas tight.

INSTALLATION OF INDUCTION MOTOR

Acceptance and proper storage at site

wrapped in a moisture resistance material.

Civil work and Foundation

ducts should be provided with suitable patterns.

 Misalignment between motor and driven equipment

Measurement of vibration: Displacement indicators are useful for vibration measurements

Shimming work during Installation

Selection of bearings in an Induction motor

1. Drying out of induction motor by drying chamber and resistor heater

2. Drying out by radiating lamps

3. Drying out by circulating short circuit current

Tests on Induction Motor

1.Insulation resistance test

2.Measurement of winding resistance

3.High Voltage Test

Vac(site)= 75%[2*rated voltage+1000] volts

The test set up is shown in fig

5.Locked rotor test

7.Temperature rise test:

Where Ta – Temperature of cooling air at the end of the test

8.Determination of Slip of Induction Motor

c)Slip Coil Method:

where n is number of oscillation

d)Magnetic Needle Method:

where n is number of oscillation

e)Rotor Frequency oscillation measurement:

Noise Reduction: Noise is caused by

Speed and Power effect:

Methods to reduce the noise for DC Machine

- Reduced magnetic loading.

INSTALLATION OF LARGE ROTATION MACHINE RECEVIED IN

Various Abnormal conditions & the Protections provided

The abnormal conditions in induction motor can be classified into:

5. Excessive harmonics in supply voltage:

Factors to be considered in selecting motors for Industrial drives

Preventive maintenance schedule of Induction motor

 1. Clean out and renew grease in ball or roller bearing housings. 

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