DEP 63.10.08.11-Gen. ‘August 2000 Page 31 MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS 8.1 ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT IN HAZARDOUS AREAS Effort should be directed towards detecting any changes in condition which may invalidate the Certification of @ piece of equipment. As such, mast inspections are of a visual nature which can be carried out with the equipment running. The time interval quoted relates to the period between formal, recorded inspections, TYPE DESCRIPTION INTERVAL | EXTENT Ta INSPECTION No visible unauthorised modifications: (EXTERNAL) Motors, Bolts, cable entry devices and blanking Generators, Switchboards, | elements are of correct type, complete, in Lighting, RCUs, Boxes, {good condition and tight Sockets No obvious damage to cables, All ‘Sealing of trunking, ducts, pipes andlor Ex'd Conduits is satisfactory. ay Earthing and bonding connections are in {good condition and tight Ex! No undue accumulation of dust and dirt Enclosure, glasses, sealing gaskets and/or compounds are satisfactory Great identification present and correct 3y__ | Aleontrals ‘and major equipment Duis, pipes and enciosures are in good condition. Protective gas is substantially free from ay ALEX’! ‘contaminants (water, oil dit). Protective gas pressure andlor flow is adequate, Te. INSPECTION Earth connections maintain integrity of ype (INTERNAL) of protection Safety barrier units, relays and other energy ay ANLEX'! limiting devices are of the approved type, installed in accordance with certification requirements and securely earthed where required Motors, Generators, Switchboards RUS, Boxes, Sockets ay General condition, and tightness of electrical connections 2% Test and Protection devices operate within permitted ay ALEX'S! MEASUREMENT lit. motors. ‘Alarms, ay ATERnotes: DEP 63.10.08.11-Gen. ‘August 2000 Page 32 Por to he replacement, ra, modification or adjustment of hazardous area equipment, shoud be conlimed that he equipmant wl main susie fr use nthe aes in which ssa, ‘Speci Requiem for Moveable Apparatus Moveable eecical apparatus (hang hl, portable and rarsportbs) spatula prone to damage ce ‘misuse and rao he ioral botwoan forma iepacons roads tobe roducod, so secon 11). ‘Type of potectn Wan Ramoprao!anosues te resssembie all tameprot ns shed be Haru leaned an ly seared with slasle rons fo provetcaroson and to satel wostherprosing. Bin halos ‘shoul be kept fe of grease. Oly nor-retalieserapers ana noncoresive cleaning Pus should be Spode cea fanges Ine normaly not nacasary to chece he damstral oasrances of ge, chat, spin a tead jot, sls traf evidence df waar, dorian, coroaan or ater damage, In whic case reeranoe shoud ‘bemade tote Manufacturers documents, “Type of protection Motor prtecive devees ao solcis so that he tipping ime fo hot won the lckos rotor curont of ‘he motor card, wih the motrin the slalod cna. ifs tan the sled tne on th mote amepiatea2 DEP 63.10.08.11-Gen. ‘August 2000 Page 33 ELECTRIC MOTORS AND GENERATORS Motors are inherently highly reliable, requiring Itle routine maintenance. This remains true for ‘most duties but may not be so where environmental conditions are aggressive, the starting duty is onerous, or high structural vibration is present. The same may be said of generators, with the ‘exception that, as with all synchronous machines, particular altention needs to be paid to the excitation system, In general smaller motors of less than 6 KW and MOV motors should only receive breakdown ‘maintenance. However, MOVs shall be functionally tested at suitable intervals and it shall be ‘confirmed periodically that their condition remains suitable for use in the area in which they are installed. Motors may, depending on their duty or criicalty, be selected for regular monitoring of bearing vibration, Particular attention should be paid to the Manufacturer's recommendations for the lubrication of bearings. Roller bearings should not be overgreased, oll mist systems should be checked for correct atomisation of the mist, oll quality cleanliness and oll levels on white metal bearings should be maintained. Bearing replacement should be on condition, but may be timed to coincide with shutdowns depending on an assessment of the consequences of an unplanned outage. Bearing insulation should be checked in accordance with the Manufacturer's recommendation, Internal inspection of motors will not normally be necessary, excep for frequently started ‘motors, essential motors, and synchronous machines where checks on the excitation system will be detailed by the Manufacturer. Checks on the condition of induction motor rotor bars and fend rings should normally be scheduled to be carried out during bearing replacement. Coolers should be chacked for leaks and blockages at plant shutdowns. Winding insulation tests need only be carried out infrequently at period based on site Conditions, and timed to coincide with plant shutdowns. Such tests are best carried out from the associated switchgear to include the connecting cable. TYPE DESCRIPTION INTERVAL, EXTENT 7, INSPECTION | General extemal condition ay Al Winding and rotor condition (2) 4-8y | Frequently stare motors, essential motors. 2 Test and Vibration (1). T month MEASUREMENT Tasulation resistance (with Cable). (8) Selected @) 2-4y Polarisation index. Bearing insulation 2-4y All White metal bearing clearance and a6y ‘condition. 3, RESTORATION — | Bearing lubrication (5). As specified a Roling bearing replacement (4, 6and | __4-6y ‘Selected and 7 essential dives, Cleaningiremnsulaingirewinding (2), | As determined by mnpection and testsDEP 63.10.08.11-Gen. ‘August 2000 Page 34 22 Synchronous machines TYPE DESCRIPTION INTERVAL, EXTENT 7 INSPECTION | General extemal condition 2y Excitation equipment intemal check for component integrity, 2y loase connections, cleanliness, (or at appropriate Al overheating, corrosion. shutdown) Winding and rotor condition (2). 4-87 Remove rotor end bals (10), Ta 1ay 2, TEST and Vibration (1) Tonk ‘Aiexcept MEASUREMENT standby. Trsulation resistance (with cable) (@) Polarisation index. 2-4y Bearing insulation All White metal bearing clearance and a 6y ‘condition. Excaion equipment ay Verification of settings and tolerances. 3. RESTORATION _ | Bearing lubrication (6). ‘As spectied Rolling bearing replacement a6y Al (ands) Cleaningiremnsulatingirewinding (3). ‘As determined by inspection and tests Excitation equipment ‘As necessary Al Component replacement (11), NOTES: 1. For selected ces without integral vraton probes, bewng veraion may be monred at the For vation velocity recommendations se Append 10. ‘umber of starts, Vuol chock shod eats for Ino, racked, of overheated components neliing ‘or bars and gs, ond brags) ano lors ane locke In cocng cet ‘hall be carrie out flowing a rewind i accordance wit DEP 33.08.08,31-Gen, and consist ofa ast a Fv prossuretast at (2x Vr} «1 Vf 1 mine on each winding. Bearings which have inated redicd fe spens during mening oF by expetionce shouldbe replaced ‘ona tne sca commensrso wih tnt know sen fe. Sven ropisments may bo ough foward {o oie wth plant shutzowns Regressing 2ould be cared out in aecrsanes wih the Manvlacturersrecommenations Replacement a and rl bearings shoud be C3 ft (tara greta than normal) unas there Specties Pant operations shuld ensure that HV motors equipped wt ling elomort bearings are stated at regular ntaras i geo forestal he binebng of bearings and to staute the avatably ae Spare Test ntnvsentent should be determi by he mporanca of te equoment and les cenatons, Forrcommended minimum aoeptble insulation values see Aopen 12. For sugested acon crea ee Aopendeee 7 and (ste tat IR vetues are not nececsaly nae ct ogg remnant 6), End Bots shoud bo removed and inspoctod for eracks, and ror on windings checked fr conten an ‘ighinss. The requirement ony appies fo seam tebngs wih and sls manfacurd from pe BISDEP 63.10.08.11-Gen. ‘August 2000 Page 35 MNuCe or 184 Nir sg, wich are prone io svess corosion dus tothe combination of humié onalions a ype sos 11. Components nearing the end of ter expected iste (2.9. electsyic capactors) should be relacsd {ung the appropiate teal and nspecon avy.83 DEP 63.10.08.11-Gen. ‘August 2000 Page 36 SWITCHGEAR Installed in clean, well ventilated or air-conditioned locations, switchgear will require litle routine ‘maintenance. Major inspection should be scheduled for Plant Shutdowns and concentrate for LV Switchboards on identifying contact wear, correct operation of interlocks, correct overload Settings and fuse sizes, signs of overheating, and undue dit or corrosion. For HV Switchgear similar considerations apply although more extensive checks on protective devices, circuit breaker oil, vacuum bottle contact distances are required as specified by the Manufacturer. Exceptions to the above rule are devices which operate frequently, where inspection/overhaul may need to be based on the number of operations. Also, HV isolating devices which have cleared a short circuit will require confirmation that the insulating medium and the circuit contacts are fit for continued serve. Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) shall be maintained in accordance with the Manufacturer's recommendations. Where extensive (intrusive) maintenance is required, the Manufacturer should be involved inthe activity For older switchgear, a condition assessment should be performed to establish that the equipment remains in a suitable condition for further service. Parlal discharge testing and infrared scanning can be used to obtain data on the performance of the insulation system and the integrity of the switchgear busbars and cable terminations. The frequency of such tests will depend on the duty, age and condition ofthe switchgear. ‘reese of ee eulpmert may nat be poses winx compromising elec! sfeyDEP 63.10.08.11-Gen. ‘August 2000 Page 37 34 LV switchgear TYPE DESCRIPTION InervaL | EXTENT 7, INSPECTION | General extemal condition Ty Motor starters and outgoing feeders, internal. 4y Incomers, internal ‘Busbar compartments (1) ay Metering All Correctness main voltmeters. 4y Correctness main ammeters, General intemal condition of outdoor 2y equipment (5) 2% Test and Tncoming feeders, bus section, switches: MEASUREMENT | Operating mechanism. 4y @ Interlocks, Control equipment, Electrical potectiontripping (2). Busbar systems: ay All Torque bolts (1). Insulation resistance, Continuity (ductor), Motor foodors Draw out systemvinterlocks. Cable connection tightness, 4y Thermal and earth fault protection, ay 10% Corlfiad EX thermal protection (4) ay Ai Restart system ay 0% Trsul. resistance of motor + cable ay ‘selected Plain feeders: Draw-out systervinterlocks. 4y All Cable connection tightness. Protectioniripping. 2) ay 10% RCD. for fixed load (e.g. race heating) ay Al NOTES: 1. Accass to modem, hgh nteghy, nalatedisagrepstd busor systems maybe ditt Ins eae aber CT cannes proecton relays shoul ba tees by means of secondary ecto, Testing of change-over systoms of oma emergency genaretorsjstar ‘wchooarde shoud concise with the testing of te Typo of potstn’e Moor potato Seles ae seloctod so tat the ping tine rom hot when th locked rotor ure of Intamal inspection should betes to conacriconto aqupmant stalled out of doors BOX,DEP 63.10.08.11-Gen. ‘August 2000 Page 38 3.2 HV switchgear (up to 36 kV) TYPE DESCRIPTION INTERVAL EXTENT 7 INSPECTION | General extemal condition Ty Al Cable boxes internal ay Circuit breakers internal Fused contactors internal Busbar compartments (1) internal By Metering Correctness of main voltmeters. Correctness of main ammeters. ay Al Correctness of other measuring systems, 2 TEST and ‘Circuit breakers ivoulgoing and fused MEASUREMENT | contactors (3) Operating mechanism. Draw-out systemvinterlocks. 4y Control equipment Insulation resistance. All Dielectric strength across open By contacts, Ductor est across closed contacts Electrical protectiontripping (2). ay Cerlfied Exe thermal protection (4) By Contact distance, ay Vacuum, SF Dialect test of ay ‘Oirimmersed Tsulation resistance of cable (incl ay Al motor if applicable. Restart system ay Motors Busbar systems: Torque bolts (1) Insulation resistance. Dielectric strength, By All Continuity (ductor) Correctness of DW, KVAr, max. ay demand of measuring systems (5) RESTORATION | Greasing of operating mechanisms ay Oil fiterngiraplacement Te necessary All Component replacement. NOTES: 4. Access to modem, hgh nteghy, nslatedisegregatd busbar systems maybe ditcut Ins ease oer (connected proacon rolays shout be teste by moans of sec vary nection. [ter operation ofthe cut breakerienlactr flowing shor ce jen and ie protacion sal eed, “Type of sottoDEP 63.10.08.11-Gen. ‘August 2000 Page 39 Motor prtecton davias are selects so thatthe weng time fom hat when earying te acked rotor ‘ont oft motor is eae ith the motor the sales condones an the sates ef 95 ‘he motor naropit. Winer used fort purposes,DEP 63.10.08.11-Gen. ‘August 2000 Page 40 84 PROTECTION SYSTEMS This section inciudes all protection devices and systems installed on HV and LV generation, arid intake and distribution circuits. Typical examples are overcurrent, earth fault, differential Lunder/overvoltage, load shedding. For motor protection requirements see (8.3) In general it should not be necessary to functionally test relays more frequently than every 4 years. Site conditions may however, dictate, higher frequency where humidity, airborne pollution, or excessive heat are shown by experience to be a problem, ‘See Part 1 ("Commissioning") for guidance on relay testing TYPE DESCRIPTION INTERVAL, EXTENT 7. INSPECTION | Settings as par protection report Visual check for machanical integrity, 4y accumulation of dust and signs of TEST and Function testing at relay setting Al MEASUREMENT | Function test of tripping circuit, ay Cheek CT winding continuity Insulation testing of relay wiring. By Spot check Insulation testing of current transformers, ay All Insulation testing of voltage transformers, NOTES: 1. Inspection, Tost and Measurement of protactonsystoms shoul be combined and, where possi, hal ‘onde wth pant or equipment ovetheu ecivibes 2, Function tating of protecon relays sal be understood to mean tasting by secondary injection, at he Solved relay sting, 26 cealee byte Manufacturer tart ‘Te esuts shoul be checked aginst hose cbtained during the preconmissoning tests 5 Prolctonrlsys should also Semonsvate a tp of tor cult restos 4 Where prolcion shame comprises an integrated sytem made up of & number of relays ‘Mlrenat Bs 20%, load shedding schore, ti il fo ensre Bat a preplanned programe. of {ostngl care cut whien can semorstate core perforce ote scheme. 5, Spotchecks shouldbe understood to cover toast 5 of he ol 5 data souls be ndeates on he ayDEP 63.10.08.11-Gen. ‘August 2000 Page 41 85 CABLES AND POWER TRANSFORMERS 5A Cables and cable support systems TYPE DESCRIPTION INTERVAL | EXTENT 7, INSPECTION | Conditions of cable support systems, (Check earth bonding of cable trays, ay Cable Terminations as partofthe inspection | Searelevant | All of the connected equipment, sections 2 TeStand Insulation resistance of cables together with | See relevant MEASUREMENT | the connected equipment, ¢.g. motors, sections NOTES: 1. Routina HV prasure testing not considared necessary and wil cause unvantad ageing ofthe cable hols however be don pa of be fe-conmssoning of ropareg H cates, signature’ n the heathy condion vsing ime domain raflaciorate?equipmont. =“ 4, Cable trayslinsare shouldbe conacted othe plate De bondad bythe Manufacturer sanded fale ont sg at one end. Te individual lengths shous 85.2 Power transformers. TYPE DESCRIPTION INTERVAL | EXTENT INSPECTION | General condition extemal (ol leakage, Ty Al cable connection, corrosion, colour of silica gel in breather, ol level, ‘utomvalic, onload tap changer contacis, | _6-By @) mechanism. 2 TeStand Buchholz relay. ay Al MEASUREMENT | Temperature alarrtrip, IR primary and secondary. Test oF (ip. ay not sealed types. Contact resistance of tap changer. ay ‘Automatic on-load tap changer control Al equipment. Correct operation of coaling fans: Ty 3. RESTORATION | Ropaintouch-up, Be Fill up with ol necessary Filterreplace oi. Replace silica gel Note: 1. Foralisampingandestog matnods sae Append 18. 2. so dependent upon the number e operations.86 DEP 63.10.08.11-Gen. ‘August 2000 Page 42 POWER ELECTRONICS Power electronic equipment may be associated with Variable Speed Drive systems; Rectifiers, and Inverters associated with UPS systems, Electric Heaters; Excitation systems, If operated in a clean environment at design temperature these systems will require minimal maintenance. Routine checks as detailed below may also ve supplemented by an occasional full Inspection and test by the Manufacturer for critical duties (say every 5-8 years), Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems This section includes rectflers and inverters associated with a.c, and d.c, UPS systems, Batteries of UPS systems are included in section (8.10.1), TYPE DESCRIPTION INTERVAL | EXTENT 7, INSPECTION | Tnemal visual check for signe of ‘overheating, corrosion, and accumulation of dust ty() All Check ventilation system is clean, free from blockages, and operational Check that cables are securely terminated, and that earth bonds are in place and secure. Zz TeStand Function tests and verification of 2y@ MEASUREMENT | settings. All Battery autonomy, (eterto 810.1) NOTES: 1. Inlemalvieul check and testmoasurement arbi shoud be combines and, where poe, sha onde wih pat of equpmen overhaul acives 2, Tests and measicaments shuld be 9 por Manufacurrs econmendation, tut a 2 minum shows 12) Check that battery float and boost charge voltage lov remain corcty so ®) For AC UPS systoms functional fsting of ho siatc switch by transfoing ho Toa from UPS to bypass ana bac to UPS by manual inbatn of untaraptoe vast, ©) Recor he ouput wavelorm of retirand if applicable inverer ane during plan shutdown owt oad fea om anaer UPS ng oxelloscope. This should be 3. Components which may require replacement (sch as sleclie capaciors) and fans shows be replaced ae por Maruerare's recommendation sizng the appropriate wo yoaryInspocontet ant ‘measurement ect.DEP 63.10.08.11-Gen. ‘August 2000 Page 43 6.2 Varlable Speed Drive Systems (VSDS) This section includes rectifiers, d.c. inks and inverters associated with Variable Speed Drive Systems. TYPE DESCRIPTION INTERVAL EXTENT 7. INSPECTION | Tafernal visual cheak for mechanical integrity of components, loose ty) All connections, accumulation of dust ang signs of corrosion, noisy auxiliary dives, signs of overheating, blocked filters, cooling circuit temperature and pressure, deposits/deformation in plastic cooling water piping. 2 TeStand Fundlon tosis and verification of 2y@ MEASUREMENT | settings. All Vibration checks on cooling-crcult By pumps. NOTES: 1. Inlemal visu! check and testmeasurement aces shoud be combines and, where posible, sha ‘coinage wh ant or equipment verhau aces 2, Tests and measurements should be carries out with te aim of veryg the equpments slecies! Petomarca and opraton of sland stems = 200g pumps. 2. Cansei riding coving cet By, dole compo maiay ear ning 44 Components nosing the end of tor expected ote, «9. slectoytecapactos, and fens shoud be replaced dure ho appropaotwoyosrywspectonos! and measurement schDEP 63.10.08.11-Gen. ‘August 2000 Page 44 87 LIGHTING TYPE DESCRIPTION INTERVAL | EXTENT 7._INSPECTION | Plant As indicated for hazardous area equipment (Section All 81) Buildings, street and area lighting: Visual inspection when lamps are ‘as and when changed. necessary 2 TeStand ‘Check operation over the designed Ty Al MEASUREMENT | operating period of the battery backed up emergency and escape lighting Notes: Replacement of nps in Buk shoul be considered in eartin intaation, Some eters ae 2)” Avalabiy of personne to range ct lamps during el day to day wor. 5) oes Operations Depart aecopt ha (mtes) numberof kminares do rot operate, unl the bukehanging tes pace, ©) Ie acanomealy aivacve to change-out in buk Faciors such as locaton ané nate of the faa, Le ono fore, manned or unmanned, shoul be taken fo accout 4) Tree ing ite amps wen sie to ge eae arene ogee, cous Depensing on the ste condtons, battery packs of self contained emergency fing shoud be replaceé ovoryt to byeas Ponti lghting 5 ant)88 DEP 63, EARTHING Earthing systems can be subdivided into the following categories: Electrical System Neutral earthing (Ese) Equipment External earth (ce) Earthing for Lightning and Static Protection _—_(LPE) Clean’ earthing systems (ce) 10.08.11-Gen. ‘August 2000 Page 45 DESCRIPTION INTERVAL, TYPE EXTENT INSPECTION | Forall categorios: ‘General condition of visible connections ty {earthing bosses, connection of earth Wires, bonding strips, terminations, etc). 58% TEST and Earth Eloctrode (ESE) MEASUREMENT | Test earth electrode resistance (1). ‘Test continuity of earth electrode ey to transformer star point (2) ‘Test continuity of earth electrode to substation earth bar (3) All Clean Earth (CE: Test earth electrode resistance (4) Test continuity of earth electrode By to clean earth bar (5) ‘Test continuity of clean earth bar to substation earth bar (6) All Equipment External Earth (EE) Test continuity of earth cable 4y to plant earth ring (7 5% Test continuity equipment body ay to substation earth bar (8) 10% Earhing For Lightning and Static (CPE) Test earth electrode resistance (2) ay Test continuity of earth termination 4y to plant earth ring (10) 20% NOTES: 1. The.arh clecvodes may sve mae then one of he clagaries sted above 3. Fortestmathods an values S08 Appandices 13 and 14 4. Indvduol earn elecedse may algo be mecsonmessurement eqsomert. However systens ‘inate efernces late to Appenx 13 ured by means of purpose oof such egonment Tested clamp-on curent io mutpio caresDEP 63.10.08.11-Gen. ‘August 2000 Page 46 89 BUILDINGS ‘The electrical installation can be considered as made up of a) Main Power Distribution cabling and switchgear which should be treated as in sections (8.3. and 85). b) Lighting and small power circuits. See note (2) ©) User installed electrical appliances. See note (3) 894 Substations and switchhouses TYPE DESCRIPTION INTERVAL | EXTENT 7. NSPECTION Housekeeping internal and external T month ‘Station’ operating/safety equipment (1 iy Al Elecisical equipment See sections 8.5,8.5, and note (2) @ Test and Electical equipment See sections 6.3, 85, and MEASUREMENT rote (2) General buildings TYPE DESCRIPTION INTERVAL | EXTENT 7 INSPECTION | Electrical equipment ‘See sections 8.3, 85, (switchboards ete.) Condition of appliances fed fom ‘Ongoing by Ail ‘convenience sacket outlets (3. user 2 Test and Electical equipment See sections 83, 85, MEASUREMENT | (switchoosrds etc) Tighting and small power areuits 2), Waxy ‘Appliances fed from spot checks All ‘convenience socket outlets (3. 2 Residual cunt dovicos should bo tsted percacaly by means of the test but. A ful tes ane ‘sont hin th wg en, aio evel preday ocr he carek measurement Between each bee (easing neta) conditor ané sar. The. peed Between fal Mepeetone shold not exe «yoo, 3. Ingenetal he electieal appliances isan budge shoul be mentored retinal by the cezupant 2 ‘Sickie eqopmert or sins of overheating ° Parodc aust by slececal personnel shoud be consders to conf the general canton of8.10 DEP 63.10.08.11-Gen. ‘August 2000 Page 47 EMERGENCY AND STANDBY SYSTEMS Emergency and stand-by systems are designed to support vital and essential services in the event of a power interruption. By their nature they will seldom be called upon, so its critical that such systems be inspected, tested and maintained with the aim of ensuring the equipments electrical and mechanical performance, operational availabilty and reliability. This section describes the tests required on batteries and standby generators, but the principles, apply equally to any emergency equipment such as fe pumps which rely on a secure source of electricity. Batteries TYPE DESCRIPTION INTERVAL, EXTENT 7. INSPECTION | Terminals, eectroive level Tmonthe Vented types “Terminals, general condition Ty Valve regulated @ Test and Float vollage is correcly set 2 Ai MEASUREMENT Call voltages on float charge, ay Call specie gravity @) 2y ‘ll Wanted types) Baitery discharge capacity (1) (Nr zy Al Ca). Baltery discharge capacity (1) 2y (lead acid). Carbonate content (2) ay Nica RESTORATION — | Topuup elocioWya. ‘As necessary Vented Clean and grease terminals ‘As necessary Ai Boost charge: 2y Replace electrolyte (2) As necessary NiGd Roplace battery (3). Fsmecessary | Vale regulated ead NOTES: 1. ery cptly masini re mae ie eter and th a stale a come 0 ‘readily loratoa by mossirement of cl tages. 2, Nd natery secyte should be changed when the specie gravy dope to 1.47 or when earboats onlert reaches 759 es ass ad bates dpe o it ape (nine) el restance cneck may bo conrad or suspect bata on ad operating condtions,40.2 DEP 63.10.08.11-Gen. ‘August 2000 Page 48 Emergency generators and electrically startedicontrolled machines. TYPE DESCRIPTION INTERVAL, EXTENT 7 INSPECTION | General condition, battery and T month Alvengine driven {uel level, fluid leaks, cleanliness. Controlprotection relays and equipment (internal). ty All Internal concition of rotating equipment. 2 TeStand Siartand rin up to speed for min | 1 month | Alrengine driven MEASUREMENT | 1/2 hr, confirm satisfactory operation (1). Ful simulated onload text 2) months Function test of controlprotection All relays. ay Winding IR test. Z_ RESTORATION | Balry. ‘See section (610-1) Change fiters, brushes, Tn accordance wih bearings, Manufacturer's recommendations. NOTES: 1 Wherever possible desl generators should be run atleast SOM loaded. In order to prove system $cuy 16 advised fo sop ne machine using #tfey dave (engine ot eaccal at the en tet 2, ful oad tots lat "Operators Dept, = possible simulate an emergency accorant MOVEABLE ELECTRIC TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT ‘A formal system of test and inspection should be set up fo ensure the safety of portable and mobile electric tools and equipment and temporary electrical installations. Such a system may include an equipment registration procedure, but should as a minimum ensure that all equipment is clearly tagged to show that it has been tested, and the date when the next testis due, DEP 63.10.08.11-Gen. ‘August 2000 Page 49 TYPE DESCRIPTION INTERVAL EXTENT 7 INSPECTION Ceried Equipment No visible unauthorised modifications. Bolts, cable entry devices and blanking ‘elements are of correct type, complete, in ‘good condition and tight No damage to cables or plugs/sockets, Earthing and bonding connections are in ‘good condition and tight, No undue accumulation of dust and dirt Enclosure, glasses, sealing gaskets ‘andor compounds are satisfactory Industrial Equipment No damage to cables or plugs/sockets, Earthing and bonding connections are in ‘good condition and tight Degree and condition of enclosure is adequate, General condition external 6 months and after the Feturn of the material All z TEST and MEASUREMENT Distribution equipment Test earth-leakage of protection devices. 4 month Measure insulation resistance Brmonihs Tools. Classes |, Wand I Measure insulation resistance to casing @ Tools. Class t Confirm earth continuity 6 months Notes: See Append 12 for nsulaton values Clasefeaton of equa Class 1 Double sited with nonconductve body, oF conductive body over double and reneroes Class Esra lw votane. For Ces retain of 1 ination resistance shoud be measured between the conductors and exposed ‘opera, «9 oillhuce, Fang serewe, namepate12 HIGH VOLTAGE OVERHEAD LINES. ‘The work required to maintain the condition of overhead lines is largely determined by the enviromental conditions. In dry areas there may be no requirement to clean insulators even though dust deposits are formed (these in themselves are not a cause of a breakdown). In areas where humidity is high and the insulators accrue deposits such as salt or dust so that lashovers ‘occur, then cleaning should be carried out. If cleaning times are unacceptable in terms of plant ‘outage and there is no redundancy in supply then lve line washing should be considered. In this, cease only suitably qualified and experienced contractors should be used. The economics of insulator cleaning should also be considered against the economics of alternative remedial work = 0.g. treating the insulators to improve performance. DEP 63.10.08.11-Gen. ‘August 2000 Page 50 TYPE DESCRIPTION INTERVAL, EXTENT 7. NSPECTION Visual general inspection of overhead line route to check that insulator sizings are intact; ne, fitings and poles, are in good condition; earth ‘connections secure etc. months Survey outdoor substation bus and switchgear connections using thermo vision fype equipment. Investigate anomaies, v 2 Test and MEASUREMENT ‘Operate isolator Switches, Check for freedom of movement and positive ‘action during contact closure, Measure impedances of ertcal ‘connections to earth. Follow Manufacturers instructions ‘concerning maintenance of outdoor switchgear - e.g. (where fited) measure hydraulic system pressure in closed and open states, system cut off pressure, control functions etc ay 3. RESTORATION Cleaning and restoration of condition ‘of outdoor switchgear as determined by inspection and tests. Cleaning and restoration of insulators, ‘As required All