Comissioning of HT Electrical System

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COMMISSIONING
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1.0 Purpose:
The objectives of the Commissioning works are:
(i) To verify proper functioning of the equipment/system after installation
(ii) To verify that the performance of the installed equipment/systems meet

with the specified design intent through a series of tests.
(iii) To capture and record performance data of the HT installation as the

baseline for future operation and maintenance.
2.0 Scope:
The objective of this document is to provide a structure for the

commissioning of the HT electrical services included within the sub-
contract including the following:
(i) Ht Switchgear & Panel
(ii) Current Transformer
(iii) Potential Transformer
(iv) Relay
(v) Power Transformer

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3.0 References
Below Indian standard were referred to prepare this document
Power Transformer (IS 2026 & IS 10028)
Current transformer (IS 2705)
Potential Transformer (IS 3156)
Protection Relay (IS 3231)
HT Cable (IS 1255 & IS 10810)
HT Switchgear (IS 3427)
4.0 Resources:
4.1 Testing Equipment (Appendix A)
4.2 Hand Tools Set
4.3 Safety Equipment (Appendix B)
4.4 Man Power
2 x Commissioning Engineer
2 x Testing Engineer
1 x Safety Engineer
3 x Technician
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5.0 Procedure for Commissioning:
The purpose of electric systems commissioning is to increase the reliability

of electrical power systems after installation by identifying problems and
providing a set of baseline values for comparison with subsequent routine
tests.
5.1 Safety Considerations:
Statutory and Company legislation relating to safety must be followed.

During testing hazardous voltages will be present, only qualified personnel
are allowed operate the equipment with hazardous voltages present.
5.2 Pre-Test Inspection:
Before commencing the pre-commission tests, it is necessary to visually

inspect various parts, components and accessories of the HT electrical
system and also to conduct operational checks for various equipments
associated with the electrical system. Check lists may be followed for the
visual inspection and the operational checks so that the pre-commission
checks are conducted in a systematic manner. Appendix C contains the
pre-commissioning installation checklist.
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5.3 Outline of tests to be performed:
5.3.1 HT Switchgear & panel
(i) Insulation Resistance Test
The Insulation-resistance shall be taken with all the winding

earthed, expect, the one being tested. While checking the value,
external line, cable and lighting arresters shall be isolated from the
H.T Switchgear. The entire terminal shall be cleared thoroughly,
with clean cotton cloth. A 5000/2500V Megger should be used in
the measurement. Care should be taken that the lead wires of the
megger do not have joints or come in contact with each other or
with H.T Switchgear. It is known that the value of Insulation
Resistance is continuous to increases initially, with the duration of
measurement and hence for the purpose of comparison, the
reading is normally taken at the end of 1 minute
Minimum Insulation Resistance after 1 minute is Rated Voltage + 1 Mega Ohms.
(ii) Circuit breaker time-travel analysis
This test, used on medium and high-voltage circuit breakers

provides information as to whether the operating mechanism of
the circuit breaker is operating properly. This test can be used to
determine the opening and closing speeds of the breaker, the
interval time for closing and tripping, and the contact bounce. The
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test provides information that can be used to detect problems such

as weak accelerating springs, defective shock absorbers,
dashpots, buffers, and closing mechanisms. For performing this
test we use Time Interval Meter – SCOT M3K, The following show
the connection drawing of testing equipment wit H.T Switchgear.
Using the connecting probe the R terminal of Breaker is connected
to the R terminal of Timer kit the same is done for all the other
terminals(Y & B). The trip coil & closing coil connection are also
brought to the Timer Kit. Before conducting the test the spring has
to be charged by manual or using spring charging motor. And the
rated control supply (A.C/ D.C) will be given to the panel. Using
the timer kit close the charged circuit breaker. Now record the time
(mill second) displayed in the timer kit. The same is performed for
opening of circuit Breaker. The recorded millisecond value will be
compared with the manufacture data sheet.
(iii) Contact-resistance testing
This test is used to test the quality of the contacts on

switches and circuit breakers. In this test a known amount of D.C
current will be supplied to the equipment to be tested and by
means of Ohm‟s law the resistance was measured. In this
measurement the kit measures the mill volt drop across the
contact and measure the resistance. For measuring the contact
resistance initially the spring must be charged and the breaker
must be in closed condition. After closing the Circuit breaker the
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Contact resistance will be measured between the terminals R-R‟,

Y-Y‟, B-B‟. And the measured milliohms value will be compared
with the manufacturer‟s data sheet.
5.3.2 Current Transformer

earthed, expect, the one being tested. The entire terminal shall be
cleared thoroughly, with clean cotton cloth. A 5000/2500/1000V
Megger should be used in the measurement. Care should be
taken that the lead wires of the megger do not have joints or come
in contact with each other or with current transformer. It is known
that the value of Insulation Resistance is continuous to increases
initially, with the duration of measurement and hence for the
purpose of comparison, the reading is normally taken at the end of
1 minute
Minimum Insulation Resistance after 1 minute is Rated Voltage + 1 Mega Ohms. The
5000/2500V Megger is used for Primary connection and 1000V megger is used for
secondary connection.
(ii) Polarity Test
The main objective of the test is to check the polarity of the C.T;
the polarity may be changed due to the connection made in the
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circuit. Change in polarity may lead to malfunction of the

equipment which is connected to the current transformer. To
conduct this test we connect a voltage source to the primary of
current transformer (P1-P2), in secondary we connect a
Galvanometer and look for the deflection. If it‟s in positive then the
polarity is satisfactory for connecting the equipment, if negative
deflection is observed necessary action should be taken.
(iii) Ratio Test
The objective of test is to check the C.T ratio transformation.

The Current transformer primary was excited by means of High
current low voltage injection test. We inject about 50% to 75% of
rated current in the primary and check the current in the
secondary, if the ratio of change is as per the rated ratio, C.T
operation is satisfactory. The ratio was calculated using the
formula,
Actual Ratio = (Rated primary current/Rated secondary current)
Measured Ratio = (Applied primary current/measured secondary current)
Then these two ratios are compared to identify the error.

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5.3.3 Potential Transformer

earthed, expect, the one being tested. The entire terminal shall be
cleared thoroughly, with clean cotton cloth. A 5000/2500/1000V
Megger should be used in the measurement. Care should be
taken that the lead wires of the megger do not have joints or come
in contact with each other or with current transformer. It is known
that the value of Insulation Resistance is continuous to increases
initially, with the duration of measurement and hence for the
purpose of comparison, the reading is normally taken at the end of
1 minute
Minimum Insulation Resistance after 1 minute is Rated Voltage + 1 Mega Ohms. The
5000/2500V Megger is used for Primary connection and 1000V megger is used for
secondary connection.
(ii) Polarity Test
The main objective of the test is to check the polarity of the P.T;
the polarity may be changed due to the connection made in the
circuit. Change in polarity may lead to malfunction of the
equipment which is connected to the potential transformer. To
conduct this test we connect a voltage source to the primary of
current transformer (P1-P2), in secondary we connect a
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Galvanometer and look for the deflection. If it‟s in positive then the
polarity is satisfactory for connecting the equipment, if negative
deflection is observed necessary action should be taken.
(iii) Ratio Test
The objective of test is to check the P.T ratio transformation.

The potential transformer primary was excited by means of 3
phase voltage source (415V/433V). The voltage supply will be
connected to the primary and check the voltage in the secondary,
if the ratio of change is as per the rated ratio, C.T operation is
satisfactory. The ratio was calculated using the formula,
Actual Ratio = (Rated primary Voltage/Rated secondary voltage)

Measured Ratio = (Applied primary voltage/measured secondary voltage)
Then these two ratios are compared to identify the error.
5.3.4 Relay
(i) Secondary Injection Test
Before conducting the test C.T terminal connected to the

relay has to be opened. We inject the current in the relay terminal
using the secondary injection kit. Open all the terminals of the relay
that are connected to the C.T and connect any one current injecting
terminal to the secondary injection kit, and also connect the common
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to the kit. Then connect the NO terminal of the relay to kit NO

terminal, for timer operation. Now set the PSM (plug setting multiplier)
and TSM (Time setting multiplier) in the relay. This setting shall be
half of the rated current transformer secondary. Now using the
injection kit inject about 2 times/ 5 times / 10times of the PSM setting.
Operating time of the relay is displayed in the kit timer. And the value
was noted, the same was carried out for various PSM and TSM
setting, the final result was compared with the manufacturer‟s data
sheet.
5.3.5 Power Transformer

earthed, expect, the one being tested. While checking the value,
external line, cable and lighting arresters shall be isolated from the
transformer. The entire terminal shall be cleared thoroughly, with
clean cotton cloth. A 5000/2500V Megger should be used in the
measurement. Care should be taken that the lead wires of the
megger do not have joints or come in contact with each other or
with transformer. It is known that the value of Insulation
Resistance is continuous to increases initially, with the duration of
measurement and hence for the purpose of comparison, the
reading is normally taken at the end of 1 minute
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Minimum Insulation Resistance after 1 minute is Rated Voltage + 1 Mega Ohms.
(ii) Polarization Index Test
The polarization index is a specialized application of the

dielectric absorption test. The index is the ratio of insulation
resistance at two different times after voltage application, usually
the insulation resistance at 10 minutes to the insulation resistance
at 1 minute. The use of polarization-index testing is usually
confined to rotating machines, cables, and transformers. A
polarization index less than 1.0 indicates that the equipment needs
maintenance before being placed in service.
PI = R10/R1 (dimensionless)
Where:
PI = polarization index
R = resistance.
For polarization indexes in transformers an acceptable value

would be 3 or higher, values between 3 and 2 indicate marginal
condition, and values below 1 indicate poor condition. After
insulation resistance readings have been made, the test voltage is
returned to zero and the insulation is discharged.
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(i) Magnetic Balance Test
This test is done to find out the balancing of the core present in
the transformer. The HV and LV sides are isolated by removing
the external connections. A 3 phase supply of nearly 415V is
applied between two phases of the primary winding and the
induced voltages in other two phases are measured. The voltage
may preferably be applied on the HV winding, as applying voltage
to LV winding may induce very high voltage in the HV winding.
When the voltage is applied to the middle phase, the induced
voltage measured on the two other phases should be
approximately equal. Where the voltage is applied to an extreme
phase, the induced voltage on the middle phase should be
substantially high when compared to the voltage induced in the
other extreme phase. In each test, the sum of the induced
voltages in two phases should be nearly equal to the applied
voltage. For measuring the voltages, high impedance voltmeter
like digital multimeter should be used. The test may be repeated
by applying voltage to the other phases and measuring the
induced voltages in remaining phases. When the magnetic circuit
is balanced, there would be symmetry in the value of measured
induced voltages.
(ii) Magnetizing Current Test
The magnetizing current is measured to test any fault in the

magnetic circuit and winding. The measured values are compared
with the factory test values. A balanced three phase 415V ac
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supply is applied to the HV winding and the simultaneous current

readings of the three phases are taken using low range A.C
ammeters. For a core type transformer, the middle phase
magnetizing current will be approximately half that in other
windings. In YyO, Dy1 and Dy11 connections, the currents in „u‟
and „w‟ phases will be nearly double the current in „v‟ phase. In an
Yd1 connected transformer, currents in „v‟ and „w‟ phases will be
nearly equal and the current in „u‟ phase more than that in „v‟ and
„w‟ phases. In an Yd11 connection, currents in „u‟ and „v‟ phases
will be nearly equal and the current in „w‟ phase more than that in
„u‟ and „v‟ phases. If the measured values widely differ from the
above values or from the factory test values, there is reason to
suspect some defect in the transformer core and the manufacturer
may be consulted. The measured values of magnetizing current
may be used as bench marks for the service life of the transformer
(iii) Transformer turns-ratio
Ratio between all the corresponding HV & LV phase is to be

measured on all taps. It is desirable to do the test with a Ratio-
Meter. If it is not available, a simple test of measuring voltage and
current can also serve the purpose. Referring to rating & terminal
marking plate, identify the H.V and L.V terminal, which
corresponding to one phase. E.g. For a vector Group of Dyn-11,
H.V Terminal 1U, 1V &L.V terminal 2U,2N correspond to U phase.
Apply 415V AC, 50Hz supply to H.V side and measure the voltage
on the L.V side. Measure these voltages on all taps and note them
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in the „pre-commissioning report‟. Repeat for the other two phase.

These observations should indicate a consistent trend of variation.
Numerical values should approximately tally with voltage ratio.
(iv) Vector Group Test
The 3 phase voltage (415V/433V) will be applied to the

transformer primary with the two phases (Normally 1U &2U) short.
And the below condition will be checked for the proper vector
group.
Condition for the Dyn11 transformer vector group
1U2U=0
1U1V=1U2N + 1V2N
1W2W< 1W2V
1V2W=1V2V
If the result found satisfactory the transformer vector group was

correct.
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(v) Winding Resistance Test
Winding resistance shall be measured on all winding and tap

winding, preferably with a Micro Ohm Meter. The Micro Ohm Meter
is connected in between the HV terminal it is between Two Phase
say (U-V, V-W, and W-U) and the corresponding resistance will be
measured. The same is conducted on the secondary terminal. The
value is verified with the manufacturer‟s data sheet.
(vi) Short Circuit Test
For the rated HV voltage and the % Impedance, it would

possible to calculate the current, which would flow to the LV-side
with 415V applied to HV side, while keeping the LV-side shorted. If
the 415V source can feed the current, then shot- circuit test can be
carried out. This test would conform proper conduct engagement
at all tap position. Apply a 3-phase 415V, 50Hz to HV-side,
keeping LV-side shorted. Measure the 3-line currents at all tap
position. If the tap-switch is an Off-Circuit tap-switch, the supply
has to be disconnected before changing the tap. A consistent
trend in the increase or decrease of current, as the case may be,
confirms the healthiness of the transformer.
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5.3.6 High Voltage Cable
This test most often conducted to determine the quality of High

voltage cable insulation is the insulation resistance test. It is
performed as a routine maintenance test for cables already in
service or as an acceptance test for new cables. DC over potential
testing is another way of testing cable insulation. This test is
performed primarily on medium and high voltage cables to test
their dielectric strength and is not recommended for routine
maintenance testing of low voltage cables. It is a simple, quick,
convenient and nondestructive test that can indicate the
contamination of insulation by moisture, dirt or carbonization.
Before testing any cable, the circuit must be de-energized. Once
that is done, it is usually best to disconnect the cable at both ends
in order to test only the cable, and to avoid error due to leakage
across or through switchboards or panel boards. For an
acceptance test, cable less than or equal to 300 V may be tested
at 500 V and cable greater than 300 V but less than 600 V may be
tested at 1,000 V. For a routine maintenance test, test voltage
should be restricted to 80 percent of the factory test voltage. The
test voltage should be applied from phase to ground on each
conductor with the shielding tapes and metallic jackets also
connected to ground. While no general standard exists for
minimum acceptable insulation resistance values for cables in
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service, a “rule-of-thumb” of one mega ohm of resistance

(minimum) per 1,000 V of applied test voltage is accepted.
(ii) High Potential Test
The objective of the test is to ensure the insulation level of

cable. For conducting the test any Two Phase are short using
4sqmm and it is earthed, another one terminal is connected to the
test kit , Form the test kit one terminal is connected to the earth.
Before conducting the test Insulation Resistance test has to be
conducted to ensure the insulation resistance of the cable In the
DC test, the voltage is quickly raised from zero to the specified
level. The test is usually held for one minute. The current is
measured in mill amperes. The reading of current is provided so
that the person running the test can determine if the particular test
set has sufficient capacity for the task at hand. If the cable
withstands the one minute application, the test has been passed.
Failure results in short circuit and a ruined portion of the cable.
The test set is designed to trip off immediately upon detection of
the fault current. After conducting the HIPOT test, the cable has to
be re-checking the Insulation Resistance, to conform the cable has
no damage due to HIPOT test. The same test has to be conducted
on all the terminal of the cable.
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5.3.7 High Voltage Bus Duct
This test most often conducted to determine the quality of High

voltage bus duct insulation is the insulation resistance test. It is
performed as a routine maintenance test for bus ducts already in
service or as an acceptance test for new bus ducts. DC over
potential testing is another way of testing bus duct insulation. This
test is performed primarily on medium and high voltage bus ducts
to test their dielectric strength and is not recommended for routine
maintenance testing of low voltage bus ducts. It is a simple, quick,
convenient and nondestructive test that can indicate the
contamination of insulation by moisture, dirt or carbonization.
Before testing any bus duct, the circuit must be de-energized.
Once that is done, it is usually best to isolate the bus duct in order
to test only the bus duct, and to avoid error due to leakage across
or through switchboards or panel boards. For an acceptance test,
bus duct less than or equal to 300 V may be tested at 500 V and
bus duct greater than 300 V but less than 600 V may be tested at
1,000 V. For a routine maintenance test, test voltage should be
restricted to 80 percent of the factory test voltage. The test voltage
should be applied from phase to ground on each conductor with
the shielding tapes and metallic jackets also connected to ground.
While no general standard exists for minimum acceptable
insulation resistance values for bus ducts in service, a “rule-of-
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thumb” of one mega ohm of resistance (minimum) per 1,000 V of

applied test voltage is accepted.
(ii) High Potential Test
The objective of the test is to ensure the insulation level of bus

duct. For conducting the test any Two Phase are short using
connecting probe and it is earthed, another one terminal is
connected to the test kit , Form the test kit one terminal is
connected to the earth. Before conducting the test Insulation
Resistance test has to be conducted to ensure the insulation
resistance of the bus duct In the DC test, the voltage is quickly
raised from zero to the specified level. The test is usually held for
one minute. The current is measured in mill amperes. The reading
of current is provided so that the person running the test can
determine if the particular test set has sufficient capacity for the
task at hand. If the bus duct withstands the one minute application,
the test has been passed. Failure results in short circuit and a
ruined portion of the bus duct. The test set is designed to trip off
immediately upon detection of the fault current. After conducting
the HIPOT test, the bus duct has to be re-checking the Insulation
Resistance; to confirm the bus duct has no damage due to HIPOT
test.
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5.3.8 Operational & Functional Checkup of HT Panel
The main objective of the test is to check the proper operation

function of the Breaker; in this test we do the following:
A. Close Operation Test – Local—Remote
This test is conducted by manual, Local & Remote. For the

manual Operation test, we will charge the spring manual and
breaker is also closed my manual and opening also done. For the
Local operation we give Control supply and A.C supply for spring
charge motor. We close the Breaker using the TNC switch. We
observe for the closing coil function and spring charging of motor
operation. For remote operating is the site is ready (such as plc or
BMS) then remote operation is done using the remote system. If its
site is not ready for this, we provide a local signal to the remote
terminal and observe the operation of breaker.
B. Trip Operation Test – Local—Remote
This test is conducted by manual, Local & Remote. For the

manual Operation test, The manually charged breaker is opened
using the Trip switch.. For the Local operation we give Control
supply and A.C supply for spring charge motor. We open the
Breaker using the TNC switch. We observe for the tripping coil
function. For remote operating is the site is ready (such as plc or
BMS) then remote operation is done using the remote system. If its
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site is not ready for this, we provide a local signal to the remote
terminal and observe the operation of breaker.
C. Protection Trip
For this test the breaker has in closed position at initially. We

provide an auxiliary rated voltage to Master trip relay, and observe
the opening of the breaker and the position of the trip coil.
Functional Check:-
A. Emergency Trip:--
For this test the breaker has to be in charged or ON position, we

operate the emergency push button. We observe the operation
of circuit breaker opening.
B. Aux. Switch Operation:-
When the breaker is in open condition we check the Aux.

contact of the breaker using continuity tester, to conform the
contact is in NO /NC. Then we close the Circuit Breaker and
check the same contact with continuity tester, to conform the
contact is in NC /NO.
C. On-Off Indications (Lamp + Flag)

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When the breaker is in open condition we check the Lamp +

Flag of the relay. Then we close the Circuit Breaker and check
the same Lamp operation.
D. Trip / Trip circuit healthy Lamp Indication
The relay is operated and we observer the Trip lamp indication.
E. Limit Switch for spring charge motor
On this test we observe the operation of the limit switch of the

spring charging motor. We give an A.C power to motor and
observer the operation of motor and charging of spring, on the
indication of fully charged spring the motor operation has to get
stopped.
F. Test / Service Limit Switch
This test is conducted to check the Test / Service Limit Switch

Operation. During rack out the Breaker we obverse the indicator
to change to test position & during rack in the breaker we
obverse the indicator to change to service
G. Operation Counter
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This test is conducted if operational counter provision is

available in breaker. We operated the breaker and look for the
change in counter for counting the operation.
H. Heater / Heater Switch / Thermostat
The control A.C supply is given for heater and we look for heater
operation.
I. Function of illumination & socket switch
In this test we look for the panel internal illumination & socket
switch operation. We operate the limit switch manually and
observe the operation of illumination circuit.
Appendix D contains the detailed pre-commissioning test report.
5.4 Commissioning Procedure before & after Power Up
 All the protective relays and circuit breakers are tested for proper
working.
 The relay settings are kept at a low value so that the transformer will
get isolated if there is any internal fault.
 Now the transformer may be test charged from the incoming side on
no-load and operated for about two hours.
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 Observe the transformer hum for any abnormality.

 Any vibration or abnormal magnetizing current may also be observed.
 After continuous operation for about two hours, isolate the
transformer and check for abnormality.
 If there is no abnormality in transformer charged again on no-load.
 All connected instruments may be checked for any abnormal
indication.
 Now gradually load the transformer to full capacity and keep it under
constant observation for at least 24 hours of operation.
 Check the winding temperature at full load and compare with factory
test values.
 If the test results and observations are found normal, the transformer
may be cleared for regular service.
 After the transformer is put in service for some weeks with normal
working temperature, all sealed joints shall be re-tightened.
 The results of the various tests shall be recorded and kept in the
station as a permanent record for future reference. Details such as
place of erection, date of commissioning, protection given to the
transformer etc. may be furnished to the manufacturer after
commissioning.
 Appendix E contains the commissioning checklist and has to be
completed before commissioning.
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APPENDIX A
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APPENDIX C
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STERLING AND WILSON LTD REFNO:
Chenn FORMAT REV. NO
CHECK ai
SHEET FOR INSTALLATION OF TRANSFORMER DATE OF INSPECTION :
Building Reference : Location :
Reference Drawing : Rev. :
S.NO. INSTALLATION CHECKS S&W Conslt. Clie

nt
1 Check the name plate details as per specification
2 Check the location and level; insert plate, foundation of area.
3 Check that the rollers are properly locked in their permanent location
4 Check that all the accessories are mounted properly
5 Check that the fans are erected at correct location
6 Check the HT & LT bushings are erected properly
7 Check that the conservator is mounted properly at the appropriate place
8 Check the earthing of transformer body & marshalling box
9 Check all bolt & nuts are tightened properly
10 Check transformer neutral earthing is completed as per drawing
11 Check cleanliness of the transformer

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ENGINEER QUALITY
INCHARGE ENGINEER
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Chennai FORMAT REV. NO
CHECK SHEET FOR INSTALLATION OF HV / LV PANEL DATE OF INSPECTION :

S.NO. INSTALLATION CHECKS S&W Conslt. Client
1 Location & clearance as per GA drawing

2 Check the name plate details according to the specification
3 Check for any Physical damage
4 Dimensions of cable alley
5 Dimensions of Bus bars & no. of runs as per dwg
Check for correct use & proper size pipes /cross bars etc.
6 during shifting
7 Check correct alignment of panels & also it sequence
8 Check the panel are assembled as per Drg.
9 Check Cleanliness and dryness inside panel
10 Whether tools and foreign equipments removed
whether all temporary connections made during installation
11 work has been removed
12 Physical check for all the components for any damage
Check mounting of circuit breaker ,MCCBs, switches and
13 switchgears
14 Rating of major components as per dwg
15 Check for major components as per approved list
16 Check for door alignment
17 Check spacing between the bus bars
18 Interconnection of bus bar and joints
19 Trial operation of all switchgears including circuit breakers
20 Alignment of draw out switch gears
21 Check tightness of bus bar joints and supports
22 Whether name / identification tags provided for feeders
23 Check panel Base bolt are fixed properly
24 Check the earthing of the panel
25 Check the sealing of spare gland holes
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Chennai FORMAT REV. NO
CHECK SHEET FOR INSTALLATION OF CABLE
DATE OF INSPECTION :
TERMINATION
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S.NO. INSTALLATION CHECK S&W Conslt. Client
1 check for the cable continuity before Terminating the cables
2 Check for the cables dressing throughout the length before terminating
3 Check that double compression glands are properly tightened
4 Check that proper crimping tools are used for crimping
5 Check that loop which is enough for a re-termination is kept near panel
Check the cables are glanded properly to the gland plate with
6 correct gland size
7 Check the cable termination
Check the terminations of cables to the terminals is done by using
8 correct size of lugs
9 Check the cables inside the panels properly bunched and dressed
neatly
10 Check the Gland earthing for all the ends
Check all unused opening in gland plates are closed
11 with gourmets/sealing compound
12 Check for proper supporting of cable at both ends

Check the termination of the HT cables is done as per the
13 procedures specified by the termination kit manufacturer
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APPENDIX D
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PROJECT :
INDEX
SL.NO. DESCRIPTION FROMAT NO. PAGES
1 Transformer
2 HT Cable
3 HT Switchgear
4 HT Panel HV Test
5 Current Transformer
6 Voltage Transformer
7 Over Current & Earth Fault Relay
8 Overall Commissioning Report
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PROJECT :
TEST REPORT FOR POWER TRANSFORMER-PRE COMMISSIONING
Date:
1. Designation
Location:
2. Name plate details

Make:
MVA Rating: Vector group:
Cooling: %Z:
KV (No load) HV: Current Rating HV:
LV: LV:
Serial No:
Terminal Marking: Primary: Secondary:
3. Checks for completeness of installation as per check list
Date:
Temp:
1. Insulation resistance test (value in Mega ohms)
(HT with ….. KV megger & LT with ….. KV megger)
a. HV to Earth:
b. LV to Earth:
c. HV to LV :
2. Dielectric strength of Oil Date:

Gap between the electrodes …………… mm
a. Top sample:
b. Bottom sample:
c. OLTC sample:
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6. Voltage Ratio/Turns Ratio Test Date:
Applied Voltage (V) Measured Voltage (V) Ratio Calculated

Tap Actual
Position Ratio
1U1V 1V1W 1W1U 2U2V 2V2W 2W2U 1U1V 1V1W 1W1U
2U2V 2V2W 2W2U

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7. Magnetizing current test (At Normal tap) Date:
Voltage applied Current measured

Terminal Volts Phase Milliamps
1U1V 1U
1V1W 1V
1W1U 1W
8. Vector group test (At Normal tap) Date:
Terminals Shorted: 1U & 2U
Applied Volts:
1U1V : 1V1W: 1W1U :
Measured Volts:
1U2U :
1U2N :
1V2N :
1V2V :
1V2W :
1W2W :
1W2V :
Inference:
1U2U = 0
1U1V = 1U2N+1V2N
1V2V = 1V2W
1W2W<1W2V

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9. Short circuit test (At Normal tap) Date:
Applied voltage (V) Current measured (A)

1U1V 1V1W 1W1U 1U 1V 1W 2U 2V 2W
5. Magnetic Balance Test (At normal tap) (Pry/Sec)
Applied voltage (V) Measured voltage (V)
1U1V 1V1W 1W1U 1U1V 1V1W 1W1U

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11. Winding Resistance Test (in milliohm/ohm) Date:
Tap HV winding LV winding

1U 1V 1W 2U 2V 2W

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12. Setting of Alarm/Trip and Cooler contacts Date:
OTI WTI
Alarm:
Trip:
Cooler control fan: Start: Stop:
Pump: Start: Stop:
13. Alarm and Trip device operation check
a) Oil temp Alarm:

Trip:
b) Winding temp Alarm:

Trip:
c) Buchholz (Main Tank) Alarm:

Trip:
d) Low oil level Alarm:

Trip:
e) Buchholz (OLTC) Alarm:

Trip:
f) Pressure relief value Alarm:

Trip:

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Date:
14. Check for Cooler control
a) All components are installed properly and earthed as per relevant drawings
b) All control cables are laid & terminated properly as per schemes
c) Checking the Insulation resistance of all control cables and Fan / Pump, motors
d) Direction of rotation of Fans & Pumps
e) Operation check Pumps Fans
Manual (Local):
Remote:
Automatic:
Running/Stand-by change over:
f) Fan failure alarm
g) Pump failure alarm / Trip
h) Auto change over occurred alarm
i) Auto change over fail alarm
j) Functional Checks of Fan / Pump Starters, Contactors, Timers etc...
15. Remarks

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TEST REPORT FOR HT POWER CABLES-PRE COMMISSIONING
1. Location Date:
From : To:
2. Cable details
Make : Rated Volts:
Size : Type:
System : Ref.Std:
3. General inspection & Erection completion ad per check list:
4. Insulation Resistance Test (values in mega Ohms) Date :
Using ….. kV megger Temp:
Before HV test After HV test
R-Y R-Y
Y-B Y-B
B-R B-R
R-E R-E
Y-E Y-E
B-E B-E
5. DC High Voltage Test
Duration Voltage Rated Leakage
Ref.code (minutes) applied voltage current (mA) Result
AC/DC AC Start Finish
Rph-
Y+B+Earth
Yph-
B+R+Earth
Bph-
R+Y+Earth
6. Check proper straight through joints if any:

Check cable termination at breaker, transformer, generator ends, etc.:
Check cable support is adequate for CB Genr.end and Tr. End:
7. Remarks

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PROJECT :
TEST REPORT FOR HT SWITCHGEAR-PRE COMMISSIONING
1. Designation Date:
Location

Make: Rated V :
Rated I :
Type: Making capacity :
Breaking capacity :
Sl.No: Operating coil voltage:
3. Check for completeness of installation as per check list:

Date :
Temp:
4. Insulation Resistance Test (In Mega Ohms)
Megger Used (V) Circuit Ref. R Y B
Pole to earth
(C.B. Closed)
Across contact
(C.B. Open)
Pole to pole R-Y Y-B B-R

(C.B. Closed)
Operating
motor &
Control circuit
5 Contact Resistance Test (In Micro Ohms) Date:

R phase: Temp:
Y phase:
B phase:

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TEST REPORT FOR HT SWITCHGEAR-PRE COMMISSIONING
6. Pick - Up voltage of operating coils Date:

Closing coil: 70% of rated volts
Tripping coil: 50% of rated volts
7. Operating time at rated coil voltage (in milli seconds)
R Y B
Closing time
Tripping time
8. Operational Checks Date:

Local Remote/Auto
Close:
Trip:
Anti Pumping:
Protection Trip:
Auto Reclose if any:
Others:
9. Functional Checks
a) Emergency Trip :
b) Aux. Switch Operation :
c) On-Off indication (lamp + Flag) :
d) Trip / Trip circuit healthy lamp indication :
e) Limit Switch for Spring charge motor :
f) Test / Service Limit Switch :
g) Operation Counter :
h) Heater / Heater Switch / Thermostat :
i) Function of illumination, socket switch :
10. Remarks

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PROJECT :
TEST REPORT FOR HV / LV SWITCHGEAR PANEL--HV TEST –

PRE COMMISSIONING
Date :
1. Location :
Make : Rated Volts:
Rated Current : Type :
Panel Ref. No : Ref. Std :
3. General inspection & erection completeness as per check list
4. Insulation Resistance Test (Values in Mega ohms) Date :
Using ……. KV Megger Temp:
Before HV test After HV test
R-Y R-Y
Y-B Y-B
B-R B-R
R-E R-E
Y-E Y-E
B-E B-E
5. Ac High Voltage Test
Ref. Code Duration Voltage Rated Voltage AC Leakage current Result

minutes Applied AC
Start Finish
HT panel
R+Y+B to
Earth
LT panel
R+Y+B+N to
Earth
6. Physical Checks
Check Breaker & busbar tightness :
Check busbar clearance is adequate :
7. Remarks

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TEST REPORT FOR PANEL MOUNTED CT-PRE COMMISSIONING

Date :
1. Designation
Location :
CT Ref. R Y B
Make :
Ratio :
Class :
Burden :
Serial No :
3. Check for completeness of installation as per check list

4. Insulation Resistance Test (Values in Mega Ohms) Date :
With ….. KV Megger for Primary Temp:
With ….. KV Megger for Secondary
R Y B
I) Primary to Secondary -
ii) Primary to Earth -
iii) Secondary to Earth -
5. Polarity Test -
6. Ratio Test
CT Ref Primary Current (A) Terminal Secondary Current (A)
Rated Tested R Y B
7. Remark s

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TEST REPORT FOR PANEL MOUNTED VT-PRE COMMISSIONING

Date :
1. Designation
Location :
Serial No. : Make :
Voltage Ratio : Burden:
3. Check for completeness of installation as per check list
4. Insulation Resistance Test (in Mega Ohms) Date :
Amb. Temp :
Meggar Circuit Ref. R Y B
used
Primary to Earth
Primary to Sec. Cores
Secondary to Earth
Control Cables
5. Polarity Test
All secondary : R ph: Y ph: B ph:
6. Voltage Ratio Test Date :
Actual Primary Voltage (V) Core/Terminal Secondary measured voltage (V)

Ratio Rated Tested Ref RY YB BR
7. Functional Checks
a) All Primary / Secondary Fuses :
b) Heater/Heater Switch / Thermostat :
8. Remarks

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TEST REPORT FOR OVER CURRENT / EARTH FAULT RELAY-

PRE COMMISSIONING
Date :
1. Designation
Location :
Make : Type :
Serial No. : Model:
CT Sec Current (A) : Aux. Volts :
Available Setting : O/C E/F
P.S (A) :
Inst. (A) :
Op. Time (Sec) at PS X 10 with TMS 1:
3. General Inspection:
4. Secondary injection test Date :
Phase / PS Starting Closing Operating time (sec) at
Unit (A) T.M.S Current Current multiples of P.S
(A) (A) 2 5 10

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TEST REPORT FOR OVER CURRENT / EARTH FAULT RELAY-

PRE COMMISSIONING
Date :
Phase/ PS Starting Closing Operating time (Sec) at
Unit (A) T.M.S. Current Current multiples of PS
(A) (A) 2 5 10
5. Operating Current Check (For instantaneous unit)

i) O/C Unit
Setting Current (A)
Operating Current (A) R Phase
Y Phase
B Phase
ii) E/F Unit
Setting Current (A)
Operating Current (A)
6. Operational Check
a) Correct operation of appropriate indicator / Aux. relay :
b) Correct initiation of alarm contacts :
c) Correct circuit breaker tripping contacts :
7. Service setting
O/C(R) O/C(Y) O/C(B) E/F
P.S. (A) :
T.M.S :
Instantaneous unit (A) :
8. Remarks

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COMMISSIONING REPORT FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1. System Ref. Date:
Location
2. Check for completeness of installation of Electrical system :
3. Check the following points before charging the system
Clean the entire system which is going to be charged :
Plug the extra holes properly :
Physical checks for all doors covers, bus bars, cables etc., are in place :
Check the relay setting and keep minimum for initial charging :
Check the IR value for the system which is going to be charged
HT system LT system
Phase to Earth - Phase to Earth -
Phase to Phase - Phase to Phase -
Check the HT PT is in position and fuse is fixed if available :
Keep the Transformer‟s tap position in lower side ie.2/3 :
Check the HT voltage and Close the HT breaker to charge the Transformer
HT side Voltage:
Check the Transformer parameters and other conditions :
Check the LT side voltage
Phase to Phase -
Phase to Earth -
Check the phase sequence :
If possible keep the Transformer in charging for 8 Hrs. (without Load) :
After load test and check the Transformer Temp. and other parameters :
Close the LT breaker of Transformer and check the LT panel Bus section is charged :
Load the Transformer slowly and check all the parameters are OK :
Check the Load manager and other meters are functioning properly :
Check the relay setting for all outgoing feeders and keep it minimum :
Close the balance out going feeders and give the power to all panels :
Load all sub panels and check the function of all equipment which is mounted on the panels:
Check overall operation and function of equipment which is mounted on panels :
4. Remarks

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STERLING & WILSON LTD 1

The objectives of the Commissioning works are:

(i) To verify proper functioning of the equipment/system after installation

(ii) To verify that the performance of the installed equipment/systems meet

(iii) To capture and record performance data of the HT installation as the

The objective of this document is to provide a structure for the

(i) Ht Switchgear & Panel

(ii) Current Transformer

(iii) Potential Transformer

(v) Power Transformer

Below Indian standard were referred to prepare this document

Power Transformer (IS 2026 & IS 10028)

Current transformer (IS 2705)

Potential Transformer (IS 3156)

Protection Relay (IS 3231)

HT Cable (IS 1255 & IS 10810)

HT Switchgear (IS 3427)

4.1 Testing Equipment (Appendix A)

4.2 Hand Tools Set

4.3 Safety Equipment (Appendix B)

4.4 Man Power

5.0 Procedure for Commissioning:

The purpose of electric systems commissioning is to increase the reliability

5.1 Safety Considerations:

Statutory and Company legislation relating to safety must be followed.

5.2 Pre-Test Inspection:

Before commencing the pre-commission tests, it is necessary to visually

5.3 Outline of tests to be performed:

5.3.1 HT Switchgear & panel

(i) Insulation Resistance Test

The Insulation-resistance shall be taken with all the winding

Minimum Insulation Resistance after 1 minute is Rated Voltage + 1 Mega Ohms.

(ii) Circuit breaker time-travel analysis

This test, used on medium and high-voltage circuit breakers

test provides information that can be used to detect problems such

(iii) Contact-resistance testing

This test is used to test the quality of the contacts on

Contact resistance will be measured between the terminals R-R‟,

5.3.2 Current Transformer

(i) Insulation Resistance Test

The Insulation-resistance shall be taken with all the winding

(ii) Polarity Test

circuit. Change in polarity may lead to malfunction of the

(iii) Ratio Test

The objective of test is to check the C.T ratio transformation.

Actual Ratio = (Rated primary current/Rated secondary current)

Measured Ratio = (Applied primary current/measured secondary current)

Then these two ratios are compared to identify the error.

5.3.3 Potential Transformer

(i) Insulation Resistance Test

The Insulation-resistance shall be taken with all the winding

(ii) Polarity Test

(iii) Ratio Test

The objective of test is to check the P.T ratio transformation.

Actual Ratio = (Rated primary Voltage/Rated secondary voltage)

Then these two ratios are compared to identify the error.

(i) Secondary Injection Test

Before conducting the test C.T terminal connected to the