General Specifications: Program of Checks and Tests For Electrical Installations

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
PROGRAM OF CHECKS AND TESTS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS
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August 1997
2 Computerized issue STIE STIE STIN AUG. ‘97

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FORWARD
Rev. 1 Sheet 28
June 1988
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August 1997
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INDEX
1. SCOPE OF PROGRAM
2. PROGRAM DEFINITION CRITERIA
3. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
3.1. Inspector
3.2. Scheduling and procedures
3.3. Contractor duties
3.4. Note
4. CHECK AND TEST RESULTS
4.1. Documentation
5. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM
5.1. Checking of materials before installation

5.2. Checks and tests for the correct mechanical execution of installations
5.3. Plant commissioning checks and tests
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1. SCOPE OF PROGRAM
The program defines checks and tests to be carrier out on individual materials and
electrical system during installation or on completion.
Checks and tests aim at determining any abnormalities that may have occurred during
transport, installation and assembly and at establishing the efficiency o: systems and
circuits and feasibility of components.
These checks and tests do not aim at repeating inspections carried out at the supplier's
premises and therefore, at verifying the performance and correct construction of
materials.
2. PROGRAM DEFINITION CRITERIA
The program described on the following pages allows for the Client's requirements and
has been defined by considering that every check and test has a specific intrinsic value
with regard to data or characteristics to be established. However, this value varies
depending on the role played by the system, circuit or component to which it applies and
this role is linked to implications concerning malfunction and safety of personnel and
equipment.
Therefore, depending on the importance of the circuit, checks and tests may be carried
out only on a sample of identical or similar circuit components (e.g. motor starters).
The program has been prepared by subdividing checks and tests as follows:
a) checking of materials before installation
b) testing and checking of the correct mechanical execution of installations
c) plant commissioning checks and tests.
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3. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties and responsibilities relating to checks and tests are as indicated in "Data Sheet for
duties ant responsibilities of checks and tests of electrical] installations".
The following prescriptions shall also apply:
3.1. Inspector
Tests and/or checks outlined with code (P) on Data Sheet for duties and responsibilities
entrusted to c qualified engineer who will be responsible for the organization of checks
and tests and whose instructions must be complied with by all persons for whatever
reasons they may be present.
The above engineer is the "Inspector" and must therefore sign all documents associated
with checks and tests
3.2. Scheduling and procedures
The Employer shall agree with the Contractor on the schedule and procedures for the
execution of checks ant tests.
3.3. Contractor's duties
All duties connected with the Contractor's responsibilities shall be at his own expenses
(e.g. labor equipment, instruments, documentation, etc.)
3.4. Note
The Inspection Authority, i.e. the organization nominated by appropriate government

Authorities to carry out checks and tests, shall intervene only if required b, the laws or
local regulations.
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4. CHECK AND TEST RESULTS
4.1. Documentation
Results of tests mentioned in para. 5.1. need not be recorded.

Results of checks and tests mentioned in para. 5.2. ant 5.3. must be recorded on
appropriate documents which must be attached to this PROGRAM so as to have c
complete and exhaustive file on the subject.
Data sheets used include:
MOD.ELE.FTC.002 PRECOMMISSIONING CHECKS AND TESTS FOR

ELECTRIC CABLES WITH Uo/U=8,7/15 kV AND ABOVE
ELECTRIC CABLES HAVING LESS Uo/U THAN 8,7/15 kV
ELECTRICAL SWITCHGEAR
AUXILIARY SWITCHGEAR AND MISCELLANEOUS
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
MOD.ELE.FTC.006 PRECOMMISSIONING CHECKS AND TEST FOR
PROTECTION RELAYS
MOD.ELE.FTC.007 PRECOMMISSIONING CHECKS AND TESTS FOR POWER
TRANSFORMERS
STORAGE BATTERIES
INDUCTION MOTORS
MOD.ELE.FTC.010 PRECOMMISSIONING CHECKS AND TESTS FOR SPECIAL
MOTORS
GENERATING SETS
MOD.ELE.FTC.012 PRECOMMISSIONING CHECKS AND TESTS FOR ROAD-
LIGHTING - MEASUREMENT OF ILLUMINANCE LEVEL
MOD.ELE.FTC.013 MEASUREMENT OF ILLUMINANCE LEVELS IN OPEN AND
INDOOR AREAS
MOD.ELE.FTC.014 MEASUREMENT OF ILLUMINANCE IN PLANT AREAS
MOD.ELE.FTC.015 MEASUREMENT OF TOTAL EARTH VOLTAGE AND
RESISTANCE
MOD.ELE.FTC.016 MEASUREMENT OF EARTH FAULT LOOP IMPEDANCE
MOD.ELE.FTC.017 DECLARATION OF CONSTRUCTION CONFORMITY OF
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
MOD.ELE.FTC.018 CHECKS AND TESTS FOR THE CORRECT MECHANICAL
EXECUTION OF ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS.
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5. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM
5.1. Checking of materials before installation
Before being installed materials must undergo a "visual examination" to determine any
damage or breakage to prevent the installation of materials that will require replacement
at a later stage.
This check will generally be carried out at the warehouse.
However, for some materials which must be transported to the place of installation in their
packing (e.g. panels) it can be carried out on site.
N.B.: In doubtful cases instrument checks and/or tests can be carried out.
5.2. Checks and tests for the correct mechanical execution of installations
Checks and tests must be carried out during construction or when systems or a
constituent part of them are mechanically completed to ensure that the equipment and
individual components are installed in accordance with design requirements, suppliers'
instructions, technical codes and accident prevention codes and that there is no obvious
damage or breakage.
In the case of areas with potentially explosive atmospheres, checks must be carried out
to ensure that the whole system and individual components are installed in compliance
with appropriate codes.
More particularly, checks and tests listed below must be carried out.
In the case of parts of systems or materials which are not indicated below, checks and
tests must be carried out by analogy with those of materials indicated and in accordance
with the supplier's instructions.
5.2.1. Checks and tests for the correct mechanical execution of POWER TRANSFORMERS
a) Transformers are complete with all accessories and instruments.
b) There is no obvious damage to transformers, accessories and instruments.
c) The oil level (or other dielectric liquid) in the conservator corresponds to the level
prescribed with regard to the oil temperature read on the dial thermometer.
NOTE: If the level is too low add new oil which has bean treated.
If the conservator is fitted with a water collecting trap, drain it using
the drain valve.
d) Air bubbles have been evacuated by opening and closing appropriate breather plugs
in the tank, radiators and insulators.
e) The thermometer bulb tube is full of oil.
f) The oil level in the air dryer sump corresponds to that marked.
g) Silica gel (silicon oxide) of the air dryer is dry (if blue: dry; if purple: 20
-30% humidity;
if pink: damp-saturated).
NOTE: It can be regenerated and ot do this the silica gel enclosure must be
removed with the air intake pipe blocked: the silica gel must then be
spread on to a sheet and heated to 180-200°C until it turns blue.
Before turning the dryer upside down to remove the silica gel the
oil sump at the bottom of the container must be unscrewed.
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h) The oil filling plug on the conservator is closed at the transformer breathes only
through the silica gel dryer. To this end, the seal of the connecting pipe preceding
the dryer or automatic rapid relief valve must have been checked.
i) Isolating valves in the oil line and radiators open and close correctly.
j) The tap-selector switch moves correctly in all positions. The safety plug or blind
flange has been removed from the rapid discharge gate valve.
k) Insulators are clean.
l) The pressure valve or bursting disk are not blocked in the "closed" position and can
operate freely.
The diaphragm consists of very thin tin foil (approx. 0.1 mm.).
m) The level of the compound or oil in the cable terminal box corresponds to that
prescribed.
n) Cables of bus-bars connected to the transformer are supported in such a way that
there is no weight or stress on bushing insulators.
There are no safety short-circuits on terminals.
o) Bus-bar or cable terminal protection boxes are well closed.
p) There are no loose or missing screws or nuts. Accessories are well fixed.
Earth conductors are suitably fixed to appropriate terminals.
q) Rollers or rails are chocked.
r) If anticipated in the design, canopies for protection against adverse weather

conditions and sun are securely installed.
s) The painting is sound or made good wherever necessary.
t) Other checks to verify the correct mechanical execution as specified by the supplier
have been carried out.
5.2.2. Checks and tests for the correct mechanical execution of POWER SWITCHBOARDS
AND EQUIPMENT
a) Switchboards are clean and there are no foreign bodies or dust in them.
This must be established by carrying out a test with a megaohmmeter but without
recording values measured.
N.B.: If dust is found then cleaning must be carried out using a vacuum cleaner and
rags.
b) There is no obvious damage to equipment and instruments.
c) The mechanical operation of equipment and, in particular, circuit -breakers and

operating devices, is correct.
To verify this, circuit-breaker mechanisms and springs, if any, must be operated,
mechanical locks must be checked and, if the breaker is withdrawable, this operation
should also be checked.
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d) The oil level in circuit-breakers corresponds to that prescribed.
e) Bus-bar and cable bolts are secure and of the correct size.
f) Switchboards and equipment are securely fixed to supports.
g) Doors and panels close properly and there are keys for all locks.
h) Holes that are not used but are planned for future equipment or instruments are
correctly blanked off.
i) Cable inlets are sealed wherever indicated in the design.
j) The painting is sound or made good wherever necessary.

k) Switchboards installed outdoors are protected against adverse weather conditions
and sun with a canopy.
l) Checks to verify the correct mechanical execution as specified by the supplier have
been carried out.
m) "WARNING" tags fitted by the manufacturer for special indications are intact.
5.2.3. Cheeks and tests for the correct mechanical execution of STORAGE BATTERIES
a) Batteries are installed as indicated in the design and in compliance with the
supplier's instructions.
b) Support frames must be firm on the ground.
c) There is no leakage of the electrolyte. There are no cracks in the cell enclosure.
d) Connections between cells and blocks are such as to prevent any short circuit.
e) Terminals are clean, well tightened and fitted with protection caps.
f) Connections to switchboards are well installed and suitably marked.
g) "WARNING" tags fitted by the manufacturer for special indications are intact.
5.2.4. Cheeks and tests for the correct mechanical execution of ROTATING MACHINERY
a) Mechanical checks have been carried out by appropriate personnel.
b) Conductors are correctly connected to terminals bearing in mind the phase rotation
and direction of rotation. The insulation distance to earth is suitable.
c) The shaft rotates freely.
d) Drains are correctly installed and effective.
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e) There is no obvious damage to mounted instruments.
f) Air filters are correctly installed and clean.
g) Bearings have been oiled using a suitable lubricant.
h) There are no lubricant or cooling water leaks.
i) Identification plates are fitted and are not damaged.
j) No foreign objects have been left inside and wedges installed for transport have
been removed.
k) If there are brushes they are staggered transversally on the surface of the rings
without, however, being in contact with ring corners so that they do not splinter. The
distance between brushes and ring surface is that anticipated by the manufacturer
and the inclination, if any, is correct, i.e. opposite to the direction of rotation.
Brushes move freely, there is even contact with rings and the brush spring pressure
is that specified by the manufacturer. Braided brush leads do not touch the brush
gear.
l) Checks to verify the correct mechanical execution as specified by the supplier have
been carried out.
5.2.5. Checks and tests for the correct mechanical execution of MISCELLANEOUS
EQUIPMENT ON THEIR OWN SUPPORT
a) They are securely fixed to the ground.
b) The baseplate is correctly executed.
c) The position is as specified in the design.
d) Earthling and control cable connections are correctly executed and fixed.
e) Covers have been installed as indicated in the drawing.
f) There is no obvious damage to switches and they operate correctly.
g) Instrument glasses and warning lamp covers are not broken.
h) Warning lamp covers are of the correct color.
i) Boxes are complete with all bolts and are securely closed.
5.2.6. Checks and tests for the correct mechanical execution of SOCKET OUTLETS
a) They are securely fixed to the structure.
b) The position is that indicated in the design.
c) Supply and earthling connections are correctly executed.
d) Covers close properly.
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e) Plugs fit properly and mechanical interlocks operate correctly.
f) Circuit-breakers upstream operate correctly.
5.2.7. Checks and tests for the correct mechanical execution of ELECTRICAL CABLE
SYSTEMS
a) Trays, supports and protective conduits are correctly fixed to structures, are aligned
and at a distance or shielded from sources of heat. Trays are fitted with sun covers,
if anticipated in the design.
b) The bending radius of conduits is not less than the minimum established.
c) Free ends of conduits have no burrs which can damage the cables.
d) Threaded joints of conduits, fittings and boxes are well tightened and oiled.
e) Flexible conduits, explosion-proof seals and three-piece unions are correctly located
in accordance with reference codes and the design. Cable inlets in panels,
equipment and boxes are well sealed an cable glands hold cables securely.
f) Conduits, and pipes for road crossings, that are not used are internally clean and
plugged.
g) Boxes are well sealed and holes not used are blanked off.
h) Boxes are securely fixed to supports or conduits.
i) Protection against corrosion has been provided and is complete or made good
where necessary.
j) All cable systems are installed in accordance with the types of cables and conductor
sections indicated in the design.
k) Cables are laid in accordance with the layout and spacing indicated in the design.
l) The bending radius of cables is not less than the minimum established.
m) Cables have not been damaged during installation. To verify this, a check with a
megohmmeter must be carried out before backfilling or final fixing and data must be
recorded on the appropriate forms.
N.B.: Insulation resistance values measured are not particularly meaningful if they
are examined individually since they depend on the ambient temperature,
humidity, joints and terminations.
However, they are meaningful if they are compared to those of other cables.
In fact, when all readings have bean carried out, results must be examined
in such a way as to determine individual cables whose insulation resistance
is well below the average value of cables having similar characteristics
(section, type, laying position) even if the value exceeds the minimum value
indicated further on.
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These cables must be examined to establish mechanical faults and, if there are
none, they may be heated to eliminate traces of damp.
After this the Ri must be measured again and if no acceptable value is obtained the
cable must undergo an applied voltage test.
Despite these limitations, for cables of up to Uo/U = 6/10 kV, the minimum insulation
resistance value of individual cables or group of cables belonging to the same circuit
must equal:
Ri = (Operating voltage/1000)• α = (MOhm)
Coefficient α
CABLES
10°C 20°C 30°C
PVC 0.77 1 2.26
EPR or XLPE 0.49 1 3.30
n) Cables have identification tags (to be fitted before covering buried cables or cables
in trenches).
o) Cables are fixed to trays, racks and supports in general.
p) Buried cables are correctly covered.
q) Cable terminations and joints are correctly executed.
r) Cables are connected to equipment specified in the design and not to other
components.
s) Cables or bus-bars through walls or ceilings are correctly sealed wherever the
propagation of flammable substances, fire and products of combustion an inlet of
insects, dust, etc. must be prevented.
t) Conductors have identifications tags.
u) Conductors are correctly jointed and connected t, terminals in connection boxes.
v) Conductors are correctly connected to panel an, equipment terminal strips and there
is no interruption in conductors forming part of the cable system this must be
checked using a suitable instrument (e.g. buzzer or tester).
x) Buried cable markers are installed.
5.2.8. Checks and tests for the correct mechanical execute of the LIGHTING INSTALLATION
a) Lighting equipment is correctly located and is no obstructed by pipes or other plant

component thereby preventing the illumination of the areas.
b) Lighting equipment is as anticipated in specify points of the plant such as those for
operation instruments, stairways, emergency exits, etc.
c) Overhead obstacle warning devices (beacons) are correctly located.

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d) Glass and guards of lighting equipment are no broken.
e) Equipment is suitable for the place of installation in relation to exposure to weather

conditions o zones with potentially explosive atmospheres.
f) Circuits are correctly marked.
g) Local lighting panels are suitably welded to the support structure. The mechanical
operation o circuit-breakers is satisfactory.
h) Protection against corrosion has been provided and is complete or made good
where necessary.
i) Poles and floodlights are complete with accessories and are earthed.
j) Road lighting equipment and floodlights are correctly orientated.
5.2.9. Checks and tests for the correct mechanical execution of the EARTHING
INSTALLATION
a) Buried conductors and earth rods are located in accordance with the design.
b) Conductors installed without protection are sheathed (yellow/green).
c) The continuity of the protective conductors (PE), equipotential conductors and other
conductors which form part of the earthing system has been verified.
d) Conductors rising from the floor or ground are protected by means of a conduit
section.
e) Buried joints of conductors are protected against damp with a bitumen or similar
mixture.
f) Earthing and equipotential connections are provided for machines, panels, equipment,
components and structures, including those outside the electrical installation, as
anticipated in the design and in accordance with reference codes. Safety extra low
voltage (SELV) equipment and those with double, reinforced or special insulation
(Class II or ) must not be earthed.
g) Air terminations and down conductors for lightning protection comply with the design.
h) Transformer neutrals are correctly earthed.
i) Earthing of concrete reinforcing bars has been carried out, if required by the design.
j) Terminals and earth bus-bars are correctly installed.
k) Protective conductors (PE) and earthing conductors are sized in relation to the design
and are correctly fixed and protected.
l) Metal sheaths and cable armouring are earthed.
m) Bus-bar joints or conductor fixing bolts are well tightened.
n) Protection against corrosion has been provided and is complete or made good where
necessary.
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5.2.10. Cheeks and tests for the correct mechanical execution of PROTECTION AGAINST
DIRECT CONTACT
a) Barriers, screens, guards, rails and protective enclosures against direct contact are
as anticipated in the design and guarantee the degree of protection required.
b) The safety distance between live parts and maximum access for personnel comply
with safety codes.
c) Protection against thermal effects is provided for personnel.
5.2.11. Checks and tests for the correct mechanical execution of ELECTRICAL SUBSTATIONS,
H.V. SWITCHYARDS, TELEPHONE EXCHANGES, BATTERY ROOMS, ETC.
a) Doors and hatches close properly, are provided with keys and, from the inside, can
be opened using the handle or crashbar only as anticipated in the design.
b) Fencing and boundary limits for keeping persons away from equipment installed
outdoors (e.g. transformers) are correctly installed.
c) Glass panes are not broken.
d) Ventilation openings are not blocked off and are fitted with gratings and insect nets.
e) The artificial ventilation system in the panel room and/or battery room operates
correctly.
f) The layout of panels and equipment meets requirements as regards working and
safety space, as anticipated in the design.
g) All parts of civil works are complete and comply with the design. The floor slope is
correct and the drain pit is clean.
h) The floor and walls of the battery room are coated and/or painted with acid-resistant
paint. The floor slope is correct and the drain pit is clean.
i) The lighting system and socket outlets are correctly executed.
j) The earthing system is complete.
k) Canopies are installed on transformers if anticipated in the design.
l) Fencing and boundary limits for keeping unauthorized persons away are correctly
installed and connected to the earthing system.
m) Protection against corrosion is provided and is complete or made good where

necessary.
n) Rooms are clean.
o) Warning notices are fixed to access doors, fencing of transformer bays, battery
room door, etc.
p) A set of electrical diagrams is available for whoever must operate the electrical plant.
q) First-aid equipment and fire-extinguishers are suitably positioned and available for
whoever must operate and maintain the plant.
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5.2.12. Checks and tests for the correct mechanical execution of CATHODIC PROTECTION
a) Control panels are clean and there are no foreign bodies or dust in them.
b) There is no obvious damage to mounted instruments and equipment.
c) Protection devices are set in accordance with the design value.
d) The mechanical operation of control equipment is

e) correct.
f) Control panels are securely fixed to supports.
g) Doors close properly and are supplied with keys.
h) Cables and conductors are correctly installed. Conductors of the protection circuit
are correctly connected (+: to the anode; -: to the structure to be protected).
i) Holes which are not used but which are anticipated for future equipment and cable
inlets are blanked off.
j) Measuring points are securely fixed to supports.
k) There is no obvious damage to the instrument and selector at measuring points.
l) Characteristics of the anodes and reference electrode for the measurements are as
anticipated in the design; in addition, they are well connected to the outgoing
conductor.
m) The number and location, both plan and depthwise, of the anodes and reference
electrode are as indicated in the design.
n) Characteristics of the anodic bed (material surrounding the anodes) are as laid down
in the design.
o) The ground of the anode and reference electrode area has been compacted and is
not subject to future settlement.
p) Protection against corrosion is provided and is complete or made good where

necessary.
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5.3. Plant commissioning checks and tests
The following checks and tests must be carried out during construction or on completion
and, in any case, before commissioning to:
• determine any abnormalities that may have arisen during installation

• ensure the efficiency of systems and circuits
• ensure that components operate under safe conditions.
More particularly, checks and tests described below must be carried out.
N.B.: It is assumed that checks for the correct mechanical execution as described in
para. 5.2. have been carried out.
5.3.1. POWER TRANSFORMER cheeks and tests to be carried out on all transformers
a) Checking that the gate valves on the oil circuits or circuits with other liquids are open
and that bypasses are closed.
b) Checking the operation and calibration of gas relay (Buchholz), thermometers, level
indicators and other instruments.
c) Checking the operation and correct position of voltage tap selectors, whether of the
off-circuit type or for on-load operation.
d) Testing of motor-driven fans.
e) Measurement of the insulation resistance of windings.
f) Measurement of the dielectric strength of oil or other insulating liquid.
g) Under no-load conditions, checking the voltage in the various tap selector positions,
and checking the temperature and noise level.
h) Checking the gas pressure in sealed transformers.
i) Other checks and tests as specified by the supplier.
5.3.2. SWITCHBOARD AND POWER EQUIPMENT cheeks and tests
a) Testing and calibration of all indirect protection relays and application of current and
voltage at the secondaries of current and voltage transformers.
b) Testing and calibration of direct protection relays. The test must be carried out on
10% of the total number of relays. If 5% of those tested do not meet requirements
another 10% must be tested and if 5% of this second group do not meet
requirements all relays installed must be tested. Calibration (setting to values laid
down in the design) must be done for all relays.
c) Measurement of insulation resistance of bus-bar systems and isolating and

interrupting devices of all switchboards and power equipment.
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d) Application of voltage, checking the on-load voltages and, if necessary, changing of

the position of the voltage tap selector on the transformer.
e) Functional checks on the various circuits.
f) Other checks and tests as specified by the supplier.
5.3.3. RESISTOR cheeks and tests to be carried out on all RESISTORS
a) Measurement of insulation resistance.
b) Other checks and tests as specified by the supplier.
5.3.4. STORAGE BATTERY checks and tests to be carried out on all BATTERIES
a) Checking the electrolyte level and density.
b) Measurement of insulation to earth.
c) Other checks and tests as specified by the supplier:
5.3.5. ASYNCHRONOUS MOTOR checks and tests to be carried out on all MOTORS with the
exception of that specified in f)
a) Measurement of insulation resistance of windings and auxiliary systems.
b) Checking the rating plate to ensure that the data complies with that specified in the
design.
c) Checking the operation of auxiliary systems and fitted protection devices.
d) Checking that protection devices on the panel have been calibrated.
e) Checking of the direction of rotation.
f) For motors rated more than 1000 V, measurement of specific start-up time (tAS).
g) The machine should be operated on-load as soon as possible and for sufficient time
for it to reach thermal equilibrium. When the thermal equilibrium is reached,
measurement of the winding temperature in the case of motors fitted with
temperature sensors (R.T.D.). Protection devices must then be tripped to check their
operation and calibration.
h) Other checks and tests as specified by the supplier.
5.3.6. SYNCHRONOUS MACHINE checks and tests to be carried out on all MACHINES
a) Measurement of insulation resistance of windings and auxiliary systems.
b) Applied voltage test on windings only for machines assembled on site.
c) Checking the phase rotation.
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d) Checking the excitation setting and power factor.
e) Checking the rapid de-xcitation.
f) Checking the operation of interlock and protection relays.
g) Parallel and on-load time checks.
h) The machine should be operated on-load as soon as possible and for sufficient time
for it to reach thermal equilibrium. During this time appropriate personnel can carry
out mechanical checks and tests (e.g. coupling, lubrication, cooling, bearings,
vibrations, etc.). When the thermal equilibrium is reached, measurement of the
temperature using temperature sensors (R.T.D.) positioned on the machine.
Protection devices must then be tripped to check their operation and calibration.
5.3.7. GENERATING SET checks and tests to be carried out on all SET
a) Appropriate checks and tests anticipated for panels of synchronous machines (see
para 5.3.3. and 5.3.óó).
b) For emergency generating sets, checking the automatic start-up and stoppage and
on-load time.
c) Other checks and tests as specified by the supplier.
5.3.8. CABLE SYSTEM and ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT checks and tests
a) Measurement of insulation resistance of all cables. b) Applied voltage tests to be

carried out on:
• all cables with a rated voltage equal to or greater than Uo/U = 8.7/15 kV
• cables with a rated voltage of more than Uo/U = 0.ó/1 kV and for which the
measurement of the insulation resistance was not satisfactory.
N.B.: Whenever possible the test must be carried out on a cable complete with
joints and terminals before backfilling or final fixing.
b) Checking the continuity of control and indication circuits.
c) Checking the connection of current transformer circuits.
d) Checking, under on-load conditions, the control and indication circuits (checking of
auxiliary relays, lamps, etc.).
e) Checking the protection circuits under on-load conditions.
f) Checking the user supply circuits with automatic reacceleration under on-load
conditions.
g) Checking the emergency or safety circuits under on-load conditions.
h) Checking the voltage transformer connections.

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5.3.9. LIGHTING INSTALLATION checks and tests
a) Measurement of average illuminance level
• In the case of indoor areas the measurement may be carried out in only one
room which must be identical or similar to others in respect of the type of lighting
equipment and characteristics of the room (area, walls, etc.).
• In the case of open areas the measurement must be carried out everywhere.
• In the case of plant areas the measurement must be carried out in the most
important areas such as pump rooms, compressor rooms, compulsory
passageways, etc.
• In the case of roads the measurement may be carried out in only one road
section between one column and the next, and the measurement will apply to all
identical roads lit in the same way.
b) Checking the correct operation of main and distribution circuit-breakers.
5.3.10. EARTHING INSTALLATION checks and tests
a) Measurement of total earth resistance (Rt)
The measurement must be carried out only in the case of electrical systems with the
NEUTRAL earthed to a separate earth electrode from that of EXPOSED
CONDUCTIVE PARTS and if the total calculated earth voltage (Ut = It . Rt) is
greater than 120% of the maximum allowable value of the pace and touch voltage
(Up and Uc).
b) Measurement of touch and pace voltage (Uc and Up)
The measurement must be carried out only if the total earth voltage (Ut) calculated
or measured is greater than 120% of the maximum allowable value of Uc and Up.
Initially there must be only a few measurement points and they must be chosen
amongst those considered most critical in relation to the configuration of the earth
electrode and location of electrical system components with the neutral connected to
a separate earth electrode such as:
• near high voltage substations

• near the earth electrode
• in areas with very widely spaced mesh electrodes.
If values measured are equal to or below maximum allowable ones no further

measurements are necessary: However, if values measured exceed maximum
allowable ones then additional measurements must be made at other points starting
with those considered most critical and ending with those least critical.
c) Measurement of earth fault loop impedance in systems with the neutral and exposed
conductive parts connected directly to earth utilizing the same earth electrode (TN
systems).
The measurement aims at establishing whether protective systems against indirect
contact by automatic interruption of the supply operate correctly.
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05221.VAR.ELE.SPC
Rev. 2 August 1997
Sheet 20
In the case of a fault to exposed conductive parts at the end of the cable system or
on the equipment supplied (e.g. motor), the protection device must operate correctly
within the maximum allowable time. In the case of low voltage circuits in accordance
with IEC, the condition to be met is:
The condition to be met is as follows:
If5S < Uo/Zg Zg < UO/If5s
Where:
Uo = phase voltage
Zg = fault loop impedance of the earth fault
If5S = interrupting current in 5 seconds of the protective device
Situations that can occur are as follows:
c1) The protective conductor (PE) is part of the power cable (composite conductor)
c2) The protective conductor (PE) is a non-magnetic metal covering of the power
cable (e.g. copper, aluminum, lead, etc. sheaths and shields) or a non
-magnetic
metal conduit (e.g. aluminum).
c3) The protective conductor (PE) is a magnetic metal covering of the power cable
(e.g. steel armouring or sheaths) or a steel conduit.
c4) The power cable has no metal sheath of any type and is not in a metal conduit
and the protective conductor (PE) is not part of it and is installed separately
(spaced away).
On the assumption that protective devices are correctly chosen, that metal sheaths
and conduits are connected to exposed conductive parts on one side and to the
neutral of the electrical system on the other side, the fault loop need not be
measured for circuits mentioned in para. c1) and c2).
For circuits mentioned in para c3) and c4) representative ones will be identified
considering the various types and sizes, bearing in mind that the situation is more
critical:
• the longer the cable system

• the further away the protective conductor is from the power cable
• the greater the section of live conductors
• the higher the interrupting current of protective devices.
Initially only a few circuits must be measured and they must be chosen amongst
most critical ones.
If values measured are within allowable limits no further measurements are
necessary.
However, if values measured exceed maximum allowable ones then additional
measurements must be carried out on other circuits starting with those considered
most critical and ending with those least critical.
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

PROGRAM OF CHECKS AND TESTS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS

2 Computerized issue STIE STIE STIN AUG. ‘97

REV. DESCRIPTION PREP.D CHK.D APPR.D DATE

2. PROGRAM DEFINITION CRITERIA

3. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

4. CHECK AND TEST RESULTS

5.1. Checking of materials before installation

2. PROGRAM DEFINITION CRITERIA

a) checking of materials before installation

b) testing and checking of the correct mechanical execution of installations

c) plant commissioning checks and tests.

3. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

3.2. Scheduling and procedures

3.3. Contractor's duties

The Inspection Authority, i.e. the organization nominated by appropriate government

4. CHECK AND TEST RESULTS

Results of tests mentioned in para. 5.1. need not be recorded.

Data sheets used include:

MOD.ELE.FTC.002 PRECOMMISSIONING CHECKS AND TESTS FOR

5.1. Checking of materials before installation

a) Transformers are complete with all accessories and instruments.

b) There is no obvious damage to transformers, accessories and instruments.

e) The thermometer bulb tube is full of oil.

k) Insulators are clean.

o) Bus-bar or cable terminal protection boxes are well closed.

q) Rollers or rails are chocked.

r) If anticipated in the design, canopies for protection against adverse weather

s) The painting is sound or made good wherever necessary.

b) There is no obvious damage to equipment and instruments.

c) The mechanical operation of equipment and, in particular, circuit -breakers and

d) The oil level in circuit-breakers corresponds to that prescribed.

f) Switchboards and equipment are securely fixed to supports.

i) Cable inlets are sealed wherever indicated in the design.

j) The painting is sound or made good wherever necessary.

b) Support frames must be firm on the ground.

f) Connections to switchboards are well installed and suitably marked.

a) Mechanical checks have been carried out by appropriate personnel.

c) The shaft rotates freely.

d) Drains are correctly installed and effective.

e) There is no obvious damage to mounted instruments.

f) Air filters are correctly installed and clean.

g) Bearings have been oiled using a suitable lubricant.

h) There are no lubricant or cooling water leaks.

i) Identification plates are fitted and are not damaged.

a) They are securely fixed to the ground.

b) The baseplate is correctly executed.

c) The position is as specified in the design.

e) Covers have been installed as indicated in the drawing.

f) There is no obvious damage to switches and they operate correctly.

g) Instrument glasses and warning lamp covers are not broken.

h) Warning lamp covers are of the correct color.

a) They are securely fixed to the structure.

b) The position is that indicated in the design.

c) Supply and earthling connections are correctly executed.

d) Covers close properly.

e) Plugs fit properly and mechanical interlocks operate correctly.

f) Circuit-breakers upstream operate correctly.

h) Boxes are securely fixed to supports or conduits.