Electrical Specifications

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0.2.1. GENERAL PARTICULARS 0.2.1.1. General Requirements All works and materials to be used shall comply with requirements, regulations, recommendations and Codes of Practice of the latest editions of the following: (a) Regulations f o r E l e c t r i c a l I n s t a l l a t i o n s p u b l i s h e d b y t he I n s t i t u t e o f Electrical Engineers, London. (b) The Supply Companys Rules and Regulations (c) Regulations of the local Electrical authorities ,Fire Services Department, Public Works Department, Water Works Department, and to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
(d) The relevant British Standards and Codes of Practice. Short circuit test shall be by ASTA approved testing authorities. When equipment complying with other standards is offered, the Contractor shall satisfy the Engineer that the quality of the equipment offered is equivalent to or better than the appropriate British Standards. Any variations to the requirements of the following General Clauses will be detailed in the Particular Clauses. The specification r elat es t o, t he Cont r act or shall sup pl y a ll la bour and material necessary, and shall install, complete and make ready for use, the above Mentioned systems including the installation and wiring of miscellaneous equipment and devices, as indicated on the Drawings and as herein specified. The Contractor shall do the maintenance for a period of 12 months of the complete electrical installation as described in this specification and on the contracts drawings. 0.2.1.2. Basis of Design All electrical work shall be executed in accordance with the latest edition of the regulations for the Electrical Installation of Buildings as issued by the Institution of Electrical Engineers- U. K. and O.E.S Standards issued by Ministry of Electricity
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and Water, Oman. A copy of the regulations and O.E.S. shall be kept by the Contractor on site at all times. All works in general shall comply with any other local statutory regulations where applicable. The Contractor shall carry out the whole of the Electrical works in a workman like and substantial manner and in strict conformance with the codes, Standards and requirements listed in the following clauses, or approved equal. All equipment and material supplied for this Project shall be manufactured in strict compliance with the standards listed in the following clauses, or approved equal. If actual ratings of equipment supplied under other sections are different than the values indicated on the Drawings, the Contractor shall implement all necessary modifications at no extra cost, to the approval of the Engineer and relevant Local Authorities. 0.2.1.3. Interference and Erroneous Locations The Contractor shall verify on Site all data and final locations of work done under o t h e r Sections o f t h e S p e c i f i c a t i o n s , r e q u i r e d f o r a r r a n g i n g t h e Electrical Works. In case of interference with other works or erroneous locations with respect to equipment or structures, the Contractor shall supply all labour and materials necessary to complete the Work in an approved manner. 0.2.1.4. Climatic Conditions Materials and equipment shall be suitable in all respects for operation on electrical systems under following climatic conditions:Temperature - 52 degree C. Max. Relative Humidity - 100 percent Max. The Contractor shall be responsible to ensure that all works are carried out taking into account of the prevailing environmental conditions on site. 0.2.1.5. Protection of Electrical Equipment Electrical equipment shall be protected against mechanical damage and from the weather especially from water dripping or splashing upon it at all times during shipment, storage, and construction. Equipment shall not be stored outdoors, where equipment is installed or stored in moist areas, such as unheated buildings, open spaces, etc., it shall be provided with an acceptable means to prevent moisture damage. This may be a uniformly distributed source of heat to prevent condensation. Should any equipment or material be subjected to possible damage by water, it shall be dried out thoroughly and put through a special dielectric test as directed, at the expense of the Contractor or shall be replaced by the Contractor without additional charge. Should any equipment or material be subjected to possible mechanical damage, the Contractor shall repair or replace the damaged equipment at free of
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cost as instructed by the Engineer. 0.2.1.6. Acceptance Tests Any work which is not in accordance with the Specifications or to the satisfaction of the engineer and/or local power authorities shall be removed and repaired at the Contractors expense. All material must be factory finished and/or painted to the approval of the Engineer. All electrical equipments should have been type tested in an independent and reputed test laboratory like ASTA, NEMA or any other authorities for the relevant duty conditions and the type test certificates shall be furnished for the Engineers approval
0.2.1.7. Local Electrical Authorities Requirements The Contractor shall attend to and afford all facilities to the Local Electrical Authorities and shall provide oil drainage pits, terminal cable pits, terminal boxes for cables, underground ducts, etc. to facilitate all main feeder work. The Contractor shall be responsible for foreseeing any requirement as requested by the above mentioned authorities, and shall follow the Engineers instructions on Site. The Contractor shall be responsible for preparing any shop drawings concerning transformer and electrical (meter) rooms, and feed-in routings, and shall consult the electrical authorities in accordance with the Engineers instructions, to seek the approval of these authorities. The Contractor shall also be responsible for follow up of the application for both electrical and Telephone connection. The application form shall be filled in by the Contractor who shall follow up with the concerned authorities for final connection to the project. The Contractor shall be required to assist the TRA-OMAN installers with respect to identifying conduit/ tray locations on site and providing drawings of the installed wire way for their use. 0.2.1.8. Modifications If during the work, the Contractor wishes to make changes or modifications, then these modifications shall be submitted in advance to the Engineer for approval. If these changes result in extra expenses in design and/or material, these expenses shall be borne by the Contractor. 0.2.1.9. L.V. Switchgear Switch boards Switchboards shall be manufactured, factory assembled and tested by a specialist switchboard manufacturer, and shall be identical in mechanical construction, except where modified by this Specification, to
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the manufacturers standard range which shall have been type-tested by a competent testing authority to the fault conditions specified. Evidence of compliance with the above requirements, including makers literature, a list of contracts successfully completed for similar switchboards, and copies of test certificates, shall be submitted with the Tender. Flush fronted switchboards are generally required and they shall be of cubicle type construction, self supporting, with cubicle top, side panels and doors at least 1.5 mm thick sheet steel on a frame having members at least 2.5 mm thick to give a rigid construction without cross struts. Each switchboard shall be of uniform height and depth front to back, throughout its length. All hinges shall be concealed type. Each switchboard shall have circuitbreakers and fuse-switches arranged in tier formation with removable front access panels and bolted back plates and copper busbars suitably shrouded. Each switchboard shall, where specified, include a 100 mm channel iron plinth. Industrial type switchboards, where specified, shall be suitable for floor mounting. They shall be constructed of angle iron which shall be arranged to support all items of equipment. The switchboard shall comprise an incoming switch feeding onto a four pole busbar chamber, and fuses switches controlling outgoing circuits mounted above and below. All interconnecting cables and trunking, labels, cable boxes and glands shall be included. The framing shall be painted with two coats of aluminum paint on completion. The Contractor shall provide suitable testing equipment on site and carry out applied voltage tests. Each complete switchboard shall have the current rating specified. All fuseswitches shall be complete with high breaking capacity fuses having rupturing capacity of not less than the associated switchgear. A spare set of fuses shall be housed inside the cover of each fuse-switch. Fuse-switches shall be equipped with either a cable box, gland and clamp or XLPE or PVC. cable or an end plate suitable for drilling for MI cable gland or conduit entry. A copper earth bar shall be bolted to the main switchboard frame. Each switchboard shall incorporate storage facilities for space fuses. An ammeter and voltmeter shall be provided suitably scaled on the main incoming switch of each switchboard. Each meter shall be provided complete with a phase selector and off switch so that readings of all phases may be obtained including voltage between phases. The Contractor shall confirm with the switchboard manufacturers that the switchboards are complete with all cable boxes meters and ancillary equipment before the switchboard are certified completed for despatch at the manufacturers works, as no claims for variations will be entertained due to inadequate provisions being made. All switchgear shall be clearly labelled to indicate its position and purpose.
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All switchboards and fuse-switches shall be dust-tight and the metal work must be finished to withstand local climatic conditions. All lids and removable panels shall be fitted with suitable gaskets to prevent the ingress of moisture and insects. All units shall include locking devices. Main busbar joints shall be achieved using threaded busbar rather than fully bolted joints. The layout of switchgear shown on the Contract Drawings is diagrammatic only. Drawings of all switchboards to a scale not less than 1:10 shall be submitted by the Contractor for the approval of the Engineer prior to commencement of manufacture. In order to minimize delay in the preparation of working drawings for approval, the Contractor, at the time of ordering the switchboards, shall acquaint the manufacturer with full details of the areas available in switch rooms and plant rooms, together with the proposed routes and details of all incoming and outgoing cables relative to switchboard entry. Busbars chambers shall run horizontally and shall contain triple phase and neutral busbars rated as shown on the drawings or specified elsewhere, of hard drawn high conductivity copper. The installation of cables passing through busbars chambers to interconnect items of switchgear or distribution equipment will not be permitted. Insulators, including busbar supports, shall be non-hygroscopic and nondeteriorating. The use of fibrous materials, oil, varnish, etc., is not acceptable. The various cubicles housing the respective switch/control units shall be so arranged as to gibe a multi-tier arrangement and shall include a cabling and wiring chamber of ample dimensions with provision for terminating armoured cables, where applicable. All secondary wiring shall be PVC insulated and not less than 1.5 mm2 stranded single core. Each connection for the secondary wiring shall terminate at an approved type of terminal block with a coded ferrule. Connectors or soldered joints shall not be permitted in the secondary wiring which shall, wherever possible, be grouped and laced together in a neat manner. The switchboard cubicles shall be solidly bonded by one continuous copper earth bar throughout the entire length of the switchboard. Provision shall be made at the end of the bar for connection to the main earthing system. The main earth bar, or tec-off connection shall be located convenient to the cable gland plates, to permit the earth bonding of all cable glands. The minimum size for main earth bars shall be 70mm copper. For switchboards protected by ACB, the main earth bar and tec-off connection shall be not smaller than
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300mm2 and 150mm- copper respectively. The Contractor shall give the Engineer not less than 28 days notice of dispatch of cubicle switchboards from the manufacturers works.
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Fuse-Switch Units and On-Load witches
The units shall be of the air-break insulated, metalclad type and be designed to ensure safety to operating personnel. The fixed contacts shall be provided so that maintenance of the unit can be carried out in safety with the busbars live. The units shall preferably comprise fuse-switches having integral fuses, but manufacturers may offer the alternative of switch-fuses in which the air-break switch and connections from it to the associated fuse shall be designed to minimise the possibility of a phase-to-phase short circuit. in either case the switch shall be capable of breaking 3 times the normal rated current at 0.3 power factor and 110% rated voltage and making and carrying the system prospective symmetrical faultpower, but limited in magnitude and duration by the cut-off characteristic of the largest HRC fuse link that may be fitted to that unit. The rated normal current of the fuse-switch unit shall be as stated in the schedules forming part of this Specification or to suit the load stated therein. Interlocks shall be provided to ensure that the unit access door can only be opened when the associated switch is open and the switch cannot be closed until the access door is closed. All switches shall give visible ON/OFF position indicators and shall be lockable in both these positions. 0.2.1.11.High Rupturing Capacity (HRC) Fuses Fuses of the HRC type shall be provided and be such that the fuse carrier is easily with drawable for replacement of the fuse. All fuses shall be fitted with a visual device to indicate that the fuse has operated. Time/Current characteristics o f a l l f u s e l i n k s s h a l l b e p r o v i d e d w h e n requested by the Engineer. The current rating of fuse links shall be of sufficient capacity to afford short-circuit protection for the loads as stated in the schedules forming part of the Specification whilst remaining inoperative for such transient currents that may occur in the circuit. The rating where applicable, shall be such that the characteristic of the fuse link matches the characteristic of any contractor thermal device in the circuit.
0.2.1.12. Circuit Breakers
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Air Circuit reakers: The Air Circuit Breaker shall comply to latest international standards IEC60947-2. The Air circuit Breaker shall be 4 Pole Motorised Drawout type capable of handling rated current upto in Panel temperature of 60 deg Celsius. The vendor shall furnish derating chart from the manufacturer in the submittals. The Circuit Breaker shall have electrical lockout feature. In the event of maintenance in d o w n s t r e a m , t h e o p e r a t o r s h a l l k e e p s h u n t t r i p c o i l energized to avoid unauthorized closing of the Circuit Breaker. It shall not be possible to either rack out or rack in the Circuit Breaker in closed position. The Circuit shall have suitable interlock to achieve the same. Draw out Circuit Breakers shall have three discrete positions Isolate/Test/Service positions. It shall have visual indication to show position. The Circuit Breaker shall have clear visual indication to show whether it is in closed or open condition. The closing mechanism shall be spring charged mechanism. It shall be possible to visualize whether spring is charged or discharged condition. The stored energy in the spring charged mechanism shall be sufficient to ensure that, it shall be possible to open a circuit breaker, reclose & open again. It shall not be possible to close the Circuit Breaker if the position of the Circuit Breaker is not one of the Isolate/Test/Service position. The Circuit Breaker shall be self diagnostic type. It shall check the following before closure. a. The Shunt trip should be in de-energised condition. b. The Under voltage release should be in energized condition. c. The breaker racked in fully to service/test/isolate condition. The Air Circuit Breaker shall have Service Short Breaking capacity of 65ka(Ics) at 440volts AC & short withstand current(Icw) of 65ka for 1 sec. The Circuit Breakers shall be capable of providing Total Discrimination. The Discrimination shall ensure availability of power supply to all other feeders except the feeder which is having a fault. With discrimination in the network it shall be possible for closest circuit breaker to clear the fault The protection release provided shall be microprocessor based release. The Air circuit breaker shall have adjustable Overload, Short circuit & Earth fault setting with time delay for each of the protection. Long-time (LT) protection with an adjustable current setting and time delay. Short-time (ST) protection with an adjustable pick-up and time delay. Instantaneous (INST) protection with an adjustable pick-up and an OFF position. The Protection Releases shall have built in Metering functions with metering of Voltage, Current, Power, Energy & Total Harmonic Distortions. The Protection releases shall have Residual current Protection. The Protection Releases shall display Main contact wear indication. The operating mechanism shall be of the Open/Closed/Open stored-energy type. The closing time shall be less than or equal to 70 milliseconds. The main
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contacts shall be designed such that no maintenance shall be required under normal conditions of use. The Circuit breakers shall be equipped with a visual wear indicator that may be accessed by removing the arc chutes, for immediate main contacts assessment of contact wear without requiring measurements or specific tools. The arc chutes shall be removable on site. They shall be equipped with metal filters to reduce effects perceptible from the outside during current interruption. It shall be possible to disconnect the circuit breaker without having to open the door. The three possible positions (connected, disconnected and test) shall be indicated. Mechanical Indications shall be provided for the following conditions. a. Breaker On/Off b. Spring in Charged or Discharged condition. Before carrying out a disconnection or connection operation, the operator shall be required to press a release button located on the front of the chassis. It shall also be possible to discharge the spring before racking out the Breaker( With out closing the Circuit Breaker) Circuit breakers shall be designed in such a way that maintenance may be carried out as a function of their use. Without maintenance, Electrical endurance shall be greater than 10000 cycles up to 1600 A, 5000 cycles up to 4000A. Since the life of arcing contacts are very low & requires frequent maintenance, Arcing contact Technology in the main contacts construction is not acceptable. Moulded Case Circuit Breakers: The MCCBs shall comply to International Standards as per IEC60947-2. MCCBs shall deliver rated current at an ambient temperature of 50 Deg C. All MCCBs in the Main Distribution Board shall have Service short circuit breaking capacity of 50KA(Ics) at 440 volts. Service short circuit breaking capacity of MCCBs in Sub Main Distribution Boards shall be of 35 KA(Ics) at 440 volts. In the event considers lower fault level Circuit Breaker is considered, necessary documents shall be provided such that the fault level of the MCCB is enhanced to the above said rating with Cascading techniques. Vendor to provide corresponding supporting documents from the Manufacturer. The MCCBs shall be capable of providing Total Discrimination both Current & Time Discrimination. The MCCBs shall be Line/Load Interchangeable. The MCCBs shall have adjustable over load settings & adjustable short circuit settings for discrimination. The adjustable knob shall be accessible from the front of the MCCB. MCCBs upto 250A shall be of Thermo-magentic release. MCCBs above 250A shall be Microprocessor controlled release. MCCBs above 400A shall be of
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category B type. The MCCBs upto 250A shall adjustable overload range from 80-100%. For ratings 400A & above adjustable range shall be 40100%. The MCCBs offered shall have trip free mechanism. The moulded-case circuit breakers shall be designed for both vertical and horizontal mounting, without any adverse effect on electrical performance. For maximum safety, the power contacts shall be insulated in an enclosure made of a thermosetting material from other functions such as the operating mechanism, the case, the trip unit and auxiliaries The operating mechanism of the moulded-case circuit breakers shall be of the quick-make, quick-break type with fault tripping overriding manual operation. All poles shall operate simultaneously for circuit breaker opening, closing and tripping. The moulded-case circuit breakers shall be capable of greatly limiting currents. For short-circuits, the maximum thermal stress I2t shall be limited to106 A2s for ratings up to 250 A, 5 x 106 A2s for ratings between 400 A and 630 A. Electronic and Thermal-magnetic trip units shall be adjustable and it shall be possible to fit lead seals to prevent unauthorized access to the settings. The moulded-case circuit breakers, the current ratings of which are identical with the ratings of their trip units, shall ensure discrimination for any fault current up to at least 35 kA rms, with any downstream circuit-breaker having a current rating less or equal to 0.4 times that of the upstream circuit-breaker. The electrical endurance of the moulded-case circuit breakers, as defined by IEC 947-2 standard, shall be at least equal to 3 times the minimum required by the standard The moulded-case circuit breakers shall provide class II insulation (according to IEC 664 standard) between the front and internal power circuits. This shall ensure power circuit fully insulated & no live parts shall be visible when front cover of the MCCB is opened. The operating mechanism shall be designed such that the toggle or handle can only be in OFF position (O) if the power contacts are all actually separated. Isolation shall be provided by a double break on the main circuit. Miniature Circuit Breakers: The Miniature Circuit Breakers shall comply to latest international standards BS EN 60898 and IEC 60898. MCBs shall be suitable for rated voltage of 240V AC for Single Pole & 415V AC for Multiple pole range. Short Breaking capacity Icn of MCBs shall be 9KA at 240volts AC. The Service short circuit breaking capacity Ics should be minimum of 6KA. The vendor shall submit Type test Certificates from Reputed Laboratories. The MCBs shall have minimum ON/OFF cycle of 20000 operations. The MCBs shall be as per DIN standards. Plug in MCBs are not acceptable. The Characteristics of MCBs shall be Type C. RCBO:
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The RCBO shall have residual current sensitivity of 30ma & comply to international standards BS EN 61009/IEC 61009. The RCBO shall have short circuit breaking capacity of 10KA as per IEC 60898. RCCBs(ELCB): The RCCBs offered shall comply latest international standards BS EN 61008/IEC61008. The operating cycles(O-C) shall be minimum of 20000 operations. The RCCB offered shall provide protection against nuisance tripping due to transient voltages(Lightning, Switchgear switching in the network etc). 0.2.1.13. Final Distribution Boards
The Contractor shall supply and install the final distribution boards (DB, EDB) as indicated in the Schedules, where shown on the Drawings, and as herein specified. They shall include bus assembly, cabinet and front, circuit breakers and all necessary parts to install complete distribution boards. General lighting and power distribution boards shall be 500 volts grade metalclad pattern pre-treatment galvanized sheet steel rigid welded construction and shall be supplied complete with panel door, phase barriers, masking plates, earth terminal bar, miniature circuit-breakers with circuit charts. The Distribution Boards shall be as per IEC 60439 3 with short circuit withstand capacity of min of 15KA for 200ms. The Distribution boards shall have peak short time withstand capacity of 35KA. The ingress protection shall be IP31 as per IEC 60529. The Distribution boards shall be totally enclosed type, dust protected & vermin proof. Incoming isolators and/or residual current circuit breakers shall be double pole for SP & N distribution boards and four pole for TP and N distribution boards. All miniature circuit breakers shall be rated to withstand the fault currents of the circuits they protect without causing any interference in any other protective device associated with the distribution system. At the same time, the design of the circuit breaker shall be such that it will protect the circuit for which it is intended and not cause or allow other protective devices to operate when fault conditions apply. Plug in type MCBs are not accepted. Only DIN type MCBs shall be provided. The Distribution boards shall have hinged door which can be opened upto 180deg without any obstructions. Distribution boards with more than 8 ways shall have two locks in the door. All power socket outlets are to be equipped with RCBOs.(RCD) The Switchgear components used in the Distribution boards shall be of one make(MCBs,ELCBs, ISOLATOR, RCBOs shall be of one make only) & mix of various makes are not acceptable.
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Each distribution board shall be clearly labelled indicating its service and all 3-phase distribution boards shall be fitted with white labels red engraved DANGER - and the appropriate 3-phase voltage. Good quality laminated Circuit charts shall indicate phasing, connected load and circuit-breaker or fuse rating. Single phase boards shall include phase colour identification discs. Distribution boards intended to be installed in plant areas shall be of weatherproof, industrial type construction, and those intended to be installed in office and residential areas shall be of appearance suitable for installation in these types of buildings. Both types shall be provided with top and bottom removable metal gland plates which shall be drilled to suit cable glands or conduit entry. Spare holes shall be provided, two each at top and bottom, and fitted with 32mm stopping plugs and locknuts.
Distribution boards shall be fitted with an integral incoming on-load switch. All distribution boards shall be fitted with a neutral busbar having facilities for terminating as many neutral cables as single-phase ways in the board. Neutral bar terminations shall reflect the circuits served, circuit No. 1 in Terminal No. 1 etc. Each distribution board shall be fitted with an earth stud located in an accessible position. All metal parts of the board except carrying parts shall be bonded together electrically and to the earth busbar. One earth terminal shall be provided for each earth cable terminated. Each distribution board shall be fitted with phase barriers of an oil and fire resisting insulating material whereby it is not readily possible for personnel to touch the phase busbars. Insulating barriers shall be fitted around the circuitbreakers such that only the front surface and toggIe of the circuit-breakers are showing. Each distribution boards shall be fitted with a card index of circuits contained in a suitable plastic pocket secured on the inside of the door panel. Contractor shall ensure that the distribution board and all the components are available in ex-stock with the proposed authorized local supplier.
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Contactors
Contactors shall be of the air-break type fitted with arc shields and be mechanically latched or electrically held in. All essential process drives for safe running or shutdown of the service will be controlled by contactors of the mechanically latched type. Only non-essential drives will utilise electrically held in contactors. Contactors shall comply with IEC 60947-4 and shall have a rating suitable for the
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service required. The closing coil of mechanical latched contactors shall be suitable for operation from the d.c. power supply specified but shall operate satisfactorily, with a coil temperature of 50C, over a voltage range of 80-120% of nominal voltage. Contactors shall be of the air break type. They shall be rated for continuous duty, shall be category AC3 and have a no-load operating cycle of 1 million operations. All contactors shall be of the block type. Contacts shall be of the self-cleaning type and easily renewable. The design shall be such as to prevent welding in. All operating coils of contactors shall be able to operate on the appropriate control system voltage of the low voltage switchgear.
The shunt trip release coils of mechanically latched contactors shall be suitable for operation from the d.c. power supply specified but shall operate satisfactorily, with a coil temperature of 50C over a voltage range of 80 120% of nominal voltage. Butt contacts of the rolling self-cleaning type shall preferably be utilised and all portions likely to suffer from arcing shall be easily removable. If rocker type contacts are used they shall be fitted with electro-magnetic arc control devices. The nominal current rating of a contactor for direct start motor drives shall be not less than 120% of the nominal full load current of the motor. Minimum current rating of contactors shall be 30 amps. Unless otherwise specified, operating coils shall be suitable for single phase a.c. supply and switching facilities but fitted with rectified d.c. coil and separate fuse for the control circuit.
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0.2.2. CABLES AND THEIR INSTALLATION Except where specified otherwise in the Particular Clauses or on the drawings, cables shall have copper conductors. Makers test certificates shall commencement of installation. be submitted to the Engineer prior to
Neutral conductors shall be full size throughout. 0.2.2.1. High Voltage Cables Standards The materials and components associated with high voltage cables shall comply with the latest issue including all amendments of the appropriate
British and European Standard Specifications. Particularly relevant Standard Specifications are as follows: BS EN 10257-1
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Galvanised mild steel wire for armouring cables. BS 6469 Insulation sheaths of electric cables. BS 6622 Cables with extruded cross-linked polyethylene or ethylene propylene rubber insulation for rated voltages from 3800/6600 V up to 19000/33000 V. BS 6746 PVC insulation and sheath of electric cables. Materials High voltage cables shall be three core, 6350/11000 volt grade with stranded circular copper conductors. High voltage cables shall be manufactured by an approved cable maker. If required samples of the cables shall be provided and tests shall be carried out to confirm compliance with the relevant Standards by an approved independent laboratory. Conductors shall be screened with a layer of semi-conducting compound and insulated with extruded XLPE. Each core shall be screened with an extruded layer of semi-conducting compound, a semi-conducting tape and a plain copper tape in the form of a helix. The screened cores shall be laid up with suitable fillers to form a compact circular assembly with a suitable binder applied over the laid up cores. Bedding shall be an extruded layer of black PVC compound. The cable shall be armoured with galvanized steel wires with a coating of bitumen applied over the armour and over sheathed with an extruded layer of black PVC compound. Cable Terminations Cable terminations shall be made using an approved proprietary termination kit, shrouding kit and armour terminating gland. The termination kit shall include core cleaning materials, taped stress control materials, mastic tape for the crutch seal and self amalgamating tape. The shrouding kit shall include heat shrink shrouds for the crutch, cone and termination. Cable lugs shall be of the correct size and type and be jointed by means of a hydraulic crimping machine. Cable tails shall be of the correct length to allow the cores to be evenly spread and to avoid any unnecessary strain being applied to the cores during the termination process.
The armour terminating gland shall be complete with an earth tag, lock nut and shroud. A copper earth tape shall bond the gland to the equipment to which it is connected.
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High voltage cables shall be terminated by operatives skilled in this activity to provide a termination that complies in every respect with the requirements of the manufacturer of the termination kit.
0.2.2.2. Low Voltage Cable
Mineral Insulated Cables All MI cables used shall be approved manufacture to BS 6207: 1987, with copper conductors and PVC sheathed over all, unless otherwise specified. Fire alarm cables shall be 500V grade. All other services shall be 750V grade. The ends of all MI cables shall be sealed by means of the cold screw-on pot type seals and associated glands. Cable gland plates for single core cables shall be slotted between each cable entry, All seals are to be of the "Earth tail seal" type. Where PVC served cables are specified cable glands shall be enclosed in suitable PVC shrouds. Where connections are to be made to busbars cone grip connecting lugs shall be employed. The ends of all MI cables shall be taken into earthed enclosures. No type of unfixed connector shall be used. The glands of MI cables shall be connected to fuse switches, distribution boards, and adaptable boxes by locknuts or where space is limited by means of smooth bore male brass bushes, compression washers and galvanized sockets for multicorecables. Non-ferrous sockets and locknuts shall be used for single core cables. All MI cable terminations shall be clearly marked with coloured sleeves. The insulation resistance of cables shall be tested immediately after installation and termination, using a 500V or 750 volts d.c. instrument as appropriate. Further tests shall be carried out not less than 24 hours after the cables have been sealed. Groups of cables shall be run on perforated cable trays, otherwise cables shall be secured by two screw fixing type copper saddles at 350mm centres on vertical runs and 220mm centres on horizontal runs. Saddles shall be PVC covered when used with PVC sheathed cables. Cable fixings on unplastered walls shall be provided with suitable distance pieces. Cable tray supports shall be fixed at intervals not greater than 1000mm. A through joint will only be permitted if a run of MI cable is of such length that is exceeds the maximum to which the cable can be manufactured. Such a joint
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shall be made within an adaptable box, in which shall be fitted a fixed base mechanical clamp type connector of approved design. In such joints, all the cores forming a circuit shall be jointed in a common box. This applies both to single and multicore cables. Where MI cables cross expansion joints they shall be double set across the joint. A loop shall be introduced in an MI cable immediately before its entry into equipment subject to vibration or occasional movement A clear space, minimum 12mm, shall be maintained at the point in the loop where the cable passes over itself. All conduit fittings and accessories used in conjunction with MI cables shall be galvanized. Soldered, cone grip or approved crimped lugs shall be used for cables larger than 2.5mm2 which are connected to studs or pillar type terminals. PVC and XLPE Insulated Cables All sub-main circuit PVC and XLPE insulated and sheathed cables shall be 600/1000 volts grade. The cable core shall be readily identifiable by colours or numbers. Where numbers are used the intervals between adjacent numbers on the same core shall not exceed 75mm. Unless indicated otherwise armored cables shall be covered with a single wire layer of galvanized steel 2 wire. Multicore cables up to l6mm shall be PVC insulated. Cables above 16mm 2 shall be XLPE insulated. All outdoor cables shall be Steel Wire Armored type and Cable supports shall be in accordance with relevant manufacturers recommendations, 400mm horizontal and 500mm vertical maximum spacing. Cables shall be terminated by means of corrosion resistant brass glands with cone grip armour clamps. In outdoor situations the terminating glands shall be covered with plastic shrouds to give protection against moisture and corrosion. All cables drawn into conduit shall be PVC insulated 600/1000 volts grade with copper conductors. Conductors shall be stranded and none smaller than 2.5mm 2 will be permitted.
The cables shall be looped progressively from point to point and no joints will be permitted. Cables shall not be bunched or pass through the same conduits or draw boxes, if derived from separate distribution fuse-boards or fusesswitches. The cables for each section of the installation shall be confined to the conduit and draw box system for that particular section. Cables for separate sections may, however, pass through the same adaptable box provided the circuits are separated physically by means of fixed barriers within the box and separate covers are provided for each section thus formed.
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The number of cables in any conduit shall not exceed the number stated in the local or International regulations. All cables shall be colour coded in accordance with local Regulations. Flexible cords shall be PVC insulated and PVC sheathed 300/300 volt or 300/500 volt grade as required. The colour of the PVC sheathing shall generally be white. Flexible cords shall not be used where they cannot be readily seen or inspected and shall not support lighting fittings without the Engineers prior approval in writing. No flexible conductor small than 0.75mm 2 shall be used. Core identification shall be phase/brown, neutral/blue and earth/green-yellow. Circuit protective conductors incorporated in PVC insulated and sheathed twin and multicore cables shall be sized to suit the circuit requirements and in any case shall be 1.5mm2 minimum. The materials and components associated with low voltage cables shall comply with the latest issue of the appropriate British and European Standard Specifications. Particularly relevant Standard Specifications are as follows: Galvanised mild steel wire for armouring cables. BS EN 10257-1 BS 3858 BS 4579-2, BS EN 61238-1 BS 5467 BS 6004 BS6121-1 BS EN 60702 BS 6346 BS6360 BS 6387 xBS 6724 BS6746 C BS 7629 BS7655 Specification for binding and identification sleeves for use on electric cables and wires. Performance of mechanical and compression joints in electric cable and wire connectors. Armoured cables with thermosetting insulation for electricity supply. PVC-insulated cables (non-armoured) for electric power and lighting. Metallic glands. Mineral insulated cables with a rated voltage not exceeding 750V. PVC-insulated cables for electricity supply. Conductors in insulated cables and cords. Specification for performance requirements for cables required to maintain circuit integrity under Specification for armoured cables for electricity fire conditions. supply having thermosetting insulation with low emission of smoke and corrosive gasesof when affected by fire. PVC insulation and sheath electric cables. Specification for thermosetting insulated cables with Specification insulating and sheathing limited circuit for integrity when affected by fire. materials for cables.
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0.2.2.3. Cable Termination Cables shall be terminated in the cable boxes provided with the equipment covered by this Specification. New cable boxes for terminating cables in existing equipment shall be provided as required. All terminal boxes shall be fitted with screwed, tapered or stepped brass wiping glands. Earthing clamps shall be provided with cable boxes for all lead alloy sheathed cables. Provision shall be made for earthing the body of each cable box. Joints in PVC or XLPE cables shall not be carried out without the written approval of the Engineer. Low tension cable joints shall incorporate compression type ferrules with polyethylene tape insulation housed m a plastic joint box and sealed with cold pouring resin filling. The ends of each XLPE/SWA/PVC cable shall be terminated in brass compression type cable glands of the correct size which shall secure the cable inner sheath and ensure effective electrical continuity between the cable armouring wires and the metal enclosure on which the cable is terminated. A copper earth link shall be taken from the cable termination point to an associated sub-switchboard or main switchboard earth bar. XLPE cables shall be terminated similarly to PVC armoured cables. Where cables are required to be terminated in terminal boxes or other equipment supplied under another Contract, the Contractor shall be responsible for carrying out the terminations in accordance with the requirements specified above including the supply and jointing of tails where necessary and the testing to verify correct phasing of all cores. Where single core cables are used, all necessary precautions shall be taken to prevent hysteresis. Ferrous plates through which the cables pass shall be slotted and brass glands and sockets shall be used. Single core cables shall be very rigidly clamped to prevent distortion under short circuit conditions.
0.2.2.4. Cable Laying Wherever the installation involves the laying of certain sections of cable direct in the ground trenches prepared within the Contract, the Contractor shall protect the cables with reinforced concrete or approved PVC covers, all cables drawn into prepared pipes or ducts shall be effectively sealed where the cables enter substations or buildings to prevent the entry of water and vermin. Where required by the Engineer duct entries into manholes shall be suitably sealed, after the installation of all cabling. The invert levels of all pipes or ducts entering a building shall be such that the pipes or ducts slope away from the building. Should the pipe or duct entry into a building be below the water table puddle flanges shall be incorporated. Where cables are laid direct in the ground 75mm of sand or riddled earth shall
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be placed at the bottom of the trench to form a bed for the cables. When the cables have been laid they shall be inspected and approved by the Engineer. They shall then be covered with similar riddled sand/earth which shall be punned around and over the cables to a level of 75mm above the top of the cables. Where more than one horizontal layer of cables is to be laid similar sand/earth bedding and cover shall be provided for each layer. Protective covers shall be placed centrally over the cables, each cover being closely butt jointed and interlocked with the adjacent covers throughout the length of the cable. No final filling in of trenches shall be commenced until the Engineer has approved the placing of the protective covers. After any cable has been laid and until the whole of the cables to be laid in the trench have been covered with protective covers, no sharp tools or other appliances shall be used in the trench or left in such positions that might result in damage to the cables if they fell into the trench. Any rollers used for the cable laying operation shall be free from all sharp projections liable to cause damage to the cables. The Contractor shall be solely responsible for ascertaining whether the soil is chemically active and for taking special precautions to protect the cables against chemical action. The Contractor shall take precautions to avoid electrolytic and/or electro-chemical action occurring in situations where the cable and accessories are likely to be installed in close proximity to other dissimilar metals in the presence of moisture. The arrangement of cables, all methods of laying and installation shall be agreed with the Engineer, which shall be planned to provide an orderly formation, free from unnecessary bends and crossings, permitting the removal of any one cable without undue disturbance to adjacent cables. Where ducts have been laid the Contractor shall ensure that they have been rodded and cleaned to remove all foreign matter before the cables are drawn in. After cables have been laid in accordance with requirements specified the trenches shall be filled in by the Contractor and the refilled trench shall be left and maintained in a thoroughly safe condition until the work of permanent reinstatement is carried out. Cable ducts shall be internally glazed vitrified clay with plastic flexible sleeve joints or PVC or pitch fibre type. Cables shall be identified in all manholes and at equipment by an insulated tag or tape with the circuit identification inscribed thereon. Cables shall have the phases and the number and sizes of cores identified with a letter or numerical designation in all manholes and switchboards. The designation shall be on noncorroding material which shall also be resistant to chemical degradation. Cables running through formed ducts shall be fixed with reinforced industrial nylon or aluminium alloy cable cleats bolted to vertical or horizontal mild steel channel supports embedded in the duct walls at 600mm fixing centres.
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Cables passing under roads shall be drawn through full round ducts 600mm below ground level for cables up to 1 kV, 1000mm below ground level for cables up to 11 kV. Cables laid in direct ground shall be buried minimum 600mm for 1 kV rating and 800mm for 11 kV rating below ground level. Marker posts shall adequately (Every cable diversion& minimum 35mtr spacing shall be maintained for normal area) indicate the routes of all buried cables. They shall be reinforced concrete units fitted with lead inserts bearing cable sizes and references. The marker posts shall extend above ground level or shall be flush with the final ground level, as specified. 0.2.2.5. Cable Sizing Cables as specified are sized to take account of volt drop, grouping, protection and environmental conditions. major cable routes are indicated on the drawings and these shall be adhered to. Cable sizes for final circuits are based on direct routes from the distribution equipment to the respective loads, with due allowance made for routing around the structure and other services. All cables/wiring indicated as to be laid externally shall be armoured type Cables shall not be installed in or through thermal insulation except where they are required to pass through fire barriers. Any instance where the thickness of the fire barrier exceeds 300mm shall be brought to the attention of the Engineer prior to installation of the cables. In exceptional circumstances where the Contractor considers that the installation will be improved by installing cables in or through thermal insulation he shall submit full details to the Engineer for approval, including calculations showing the dating effect on cable sizes and relative costs. Any cable lengths indicated in the Contract Documents are shown only as a basis for design. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to ascertain actual cable lengths, include for the actual lengths in his tender and provide materials accordingly. If any cable length varies significantly from that indicated or implied in the Contract Documents, the Contractor shall provide the appropriate calculations to show that the cable is suitable for the intended load. Similarly, if any loads vary from those envisaged in the Contract Documents, the Contractor shall show that appropriate cables will be provided to suit. Each cable is sized in the Contract Documents on the basis that at no point along its length does the grouping exceed the maximum allowable for the conduit or trunking enclosing the cable along the major part of its length.
0.2.2.6. Cable Covers Cables laid direct in the ground shall, after being covered with approved filling, be covered by reinforced concrete or approved PVC cable covers, of suitable
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size laid centrally above the cables they protect, adjacent covers being close butted and interlocked. The covers shall be adequate width to protect the cable or group of cables and provide a minimum overlap on each side of 50mm. This arrangement shall be maintained as far as is practicable at bends in the cable route. The covers shall be of approved design. Suitable lettering warning of Danger shall be cast in the upper surface of each cable tile in English and in the National language. Approved PVC warning tape shall be laid 300mm above the cable tiles and shall be 300mm below ground level. 0.2.2.7. Conduit Installation The number of wires and sizes of conduits indicated on the Drawings are a guide only and are not necessarily the correct number and sizes necessary for the actual equipment installed. The Contractor shall install as many wires and conduits as required and necessary for a complete electrical system, and shall provide adequately for the equipment actually to be installed Unless otherwise specified the whole of the various installations described shall he carried out in screwed heavy gauge welded steel conduit, or heavy gauge PVC conduit. No conduit less than 20mm diameter will be permitted. Where a conduit run passes from a concealed area to a surface area, the whole of that conduit run shall be carried out using galvanised conduit. Conduit runs shall, wherever possible, be concealed in ceilings, voids and walls, chases etc., and in rooms of secondary importance (with back outlet entries to switch boxes etc., especially on fair faced brickwork) otherwise the conduit shall be securely fixed to the surface of wall using heavy cast distance saddles. Where the system of wiring is concealed, the "looping-in" system of conduit shall be used. All steel conduit and accessories shall be heavily galvanised. Surface installed conduit shall be supported using distance pattern saddles fixed with nonferrous screws. A surface installation is defined as one where the conduit is installed on a surface of the building finishes and is normally visible. All other installations are described as flush or concealed. Where conduit risers are installed in multi-storey buildings, a substantial rightangle shall be interposed at every third storey, to ensure adequate support of the installed cabling preventing undue stress on the terminal connections. A separate insulated earth conductor, coloured green, shall be run in all conduits and earth facilities shall be provided at all terminal points.
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Wherever the installation is specified as being flameproof, conduit runs entering these areas shall have a barrier box inserted in the run immediately before the conduit passes into the flameproof area. All conduit work inside the flameproof area shall be carried out with solid drawn galvanised conduit and all conduit fittings, sockets and accessories shall be galvanised and certified suitable for the hazard as specified. At the completion of wiring all machined faces of the accessories shall be thoroughly cleaned and greased prior to the screwing or bolting of all accessory cover plates into their final flameproof secured position. All exposed threads, bends and any damage to the galvanizing shall. be painted immediately after erection with a zinc rich cold galvanizing paint. PVC tube not exceeding 25mm in diameter shall be bent cold by means of the appropriate spring and the tube shall be saddled as quickly as possible after bending. When bending large sizes of tube, the tube must be heated in the approved manner until it is pliable. A normal 90 bend shall have a radius of not less than five time the outside diameter of the tubes. Joints between conduits and conduit fittings shall be watertight and shall be made by means of a solvent adhesive as recommended by the manufacturer. care should be taken to ensure that the tube is clean and free from damp and grease and in particular dust, mould and oil. The Contractor shall provide PVC tube ends and flexible covers to prevent ingress of concrete grout into the tubing and boxes. All bends are to be made on site to suit conditions and not more: than two right angle bends will be permitted without the interposition of a draw box. No tees, elbows, sleeves, either of inspection or solid type will be permitted. Generally long straight conduit runs from point to point shall have draw boxes installed at maximum intervals of 10 meters. Deep boxes or extension rings on standard circular conduit boxes shall be used where necessary in order to bring the front of each box flush with the surface of the ceiling or wall., Where conduits are laid direct on the shuttering of the reinforced slab construction conduit extension rings or deep boxes shall be used to raise the run of conduit to between the top and bottom reinforcing. PVC tape shall be installed around butt joints on extension rings to prevent the ingress of wet concrete. galvanized draw wires shall be provided where conduits are not to be wired on completion or are to be wired by others. All draw boxes and junction boxes shall be of ample size to permit the cables being drawn in and out. They shall be made of malleable iron with the jointing surface machined to ensure a dust tight joint. All circular boxes shall be provided with long spouts internally threaded incorporating a shoulder for the proper butting of the conduit and a solid brass earth terminal tapped and screwed into the base of the box. All conduit boxes shall be fixed to the structure of the building independently of the conduit by countersunk brass wood screws of appropriate size. Holes in
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boxes should be adequately countersunk- to ensure the complete recession of the fixing screws. All inspection and draw-in boxes shall be provided with covers fixed by round head brass screws. Where conduits turn through walls back outlet boxes shall be provided. Conduits shall be fixed at 1750mm centres on vertical runs and 1500mm apart on horizontal runs unless specified otherwise in the Particular Clauses. Vertical conduit runs shall have saddles at 300mm maximum from their points of emergence from floors or ceilings, and the remaining saddles shall be fixed consistent with the requirement of spacing and appearance. Saddles shall be fixed on each side of every bend at 300mm maximum from the points of intersection of the centre lines of the conduits. All branches of conduit shall be taken off at right angles. Diagonal runs will not be permitted. Conduits in ceiling cavities shall be supported independent of the suspended ceilings. Where conduits cross expansion joints, the Contractor shall allow for the installation of expansion couplers at the position of the expansion joint and at right angles to it. He shall provide a bonding earth wire between each terminal fitted in the nearest conduit boxes each side of the coupler. All flexible metallic tubing shall be galvanized watertight pattern fitted with sweated brass adaptors. External earth conductors, wrapped around the tubing, shall be provided. Where conduits are laid in slab floors etc., the Contractor shall arrange for a competent person to be in attendance whilst the concrete pouring or screening operation is being carried out, in order to avoid damage being caused to the conduits and also to ensure that the conduit work is in sound condition, properly and efficiently maintained during this installation period. Particular care shall be taken when setting out conduit runs to outlet points which are to be fitted to furniture, kitchen fittings etc. The Contractor shall ascertain exact details of furniture and fittings constructions in order that all conduit work shall wherever possible be concealed. Conduits installed in, chases of walls and floors shall be firmly and securely fixed by wrought iron pipe hooks or crampets and these fixings shall in themselves be sufficient to hold the conduits in place. Conduits installed in chases shall be painted with one coat of bitumastic paint before erection and a further coat shall be applied to all accessible surfaces including the hooks and crampets after erection. Recessed conduit buried in plaster shall permit a full 6mm depth of cover over its entire length.
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Provision shall be made for the tapping of condensed moisture. Care shall be taken to prevent water, dirt or rubbish entering the conduit system during erection. Screwed metal caps or plugs shall be used for protecting open ends. All conduit systems shall be erected completely with all conduit accessories connected, it shall then be offered for inspection and approval by the Engineer before any cables are installed. Conduit boxes shall be fixed to the structure of the building independently of the conduit except where drilling the box will break down any requirements for weatherproofing. In positions where the appearance of the conduit run is likely to be improved by the introduction of dummy lengths of conduits and where a more secure fixing for the suspension of fittings would be obtained, such dummy conduits and continuations shall be provided. Where a conduit is exposed to different temperatures (either by surrounding air conditions or by virtue of the surrounding medium with which it is in contact) at any particular time, the section of the conduit at the higher temperature shall be isolated from the section at the lower temperature by means of a conduit box filled with an approved permanently plastic compound, after completion and testing of all wiring. Such a condition would arise if a conduit running in a warmed building is run to exterior points. Where galvanised conduit is specified all conduit, accessories, switchboxes and all associated apparatus used in the installation must be galvanised (unless otherwise directed by the Engineer). Galvanised conduit shall be used when mounted outside a building, installed in floor trenches subject to dampriess or accidental flooding, or buried in the ground. The conduit system shall be weatherproof when erected outside a building. Exposed conduit threads shall be given a coat of zinc rich paint. Conduit buried in the ground shall be wrapped with Denso Tape half lapped. The taping shall extend for a distance of 150mm beyond the point where the conduit emerges from the ground. Joints in galvanized conduit systems shall be made watertight using lead, aluminum paint and hemp and/or gaskets. The joints shall be partially screwed up before the paint and hemp are applied to maintain continuity. All adaptable boxes shall be grey iron pattern unless otherwise specified. Where adaptable boxes are fitted flush, the cover plates shall be heavy gauge metal with l2mm overlap on all sides . All internal depth of a box shall not be less than 40 mm. Covers shall be secured by a screw at each comer and by additional screws as necessary to provide a maximum spacing of 300mm between adjacent screws.
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Fixing screws shall be brass (round or cheese head). Covers for boxes shall be of the same material as the box. For boxes mounted in weatherproof situations, the cover shall have a machine surface around the perimeter mating with a similar machined surface on the box and shall be complete with gasket. Every flush outlet box to which a luminaire pull cord switch or similar is to be fitted shall, unless otherwise specified be fitted with approved type break joint ring. 0.2.2.8. General The contractor shall supply and install trunking for cabling as shown on the drawings and as herein specified. The system shall include, but not limited to standard rectangular trunking sections, bends, terminations, conversions, reducers, offsets, risers and all necessary parts to install a complete trunking system. Manufacturers standard fittings shall be used for all connections and changes in directions. Cutting and bending trunking to form flanges and attachments will not be permitted. Standard lengths of trunking used shall not be less than two meters. Cable retaining straps shall be fitted at intervals not exceeding 1 meter. Where trunking passes through walls, floors, and ceilings, non combustible, nonmetallic fire barriers shall be installed in the trunking. Metal Trunking Metal trunking shall be manufactured generally in accordance with the requirements of BS 4678:Part 1. Metal thickness for body and cover material shall be at least as stipulated in Table 1 of BS 4678. Trunking and connectors for internal use shall be finished with class 1 protection in according with BS 4678:Part 1. Where used externally, protection shall be class 3. Lengths of trunking shall be bonded to each other by using strip copper jinks not less than 12 mm wide x 1.65 mm thick and fixed with brass nuts, bolts and serrated washers. Lids shall be fixed at intervals not exceeding 1 metre by using quick release cam type fasteners. Steel screws and fasteners shall be protected against corrosion by a finish at least equivalent to zinc coating to BS 729 or BS 3382: Part 2. Trunking shall be bonded to earth at several point connections, as required. Vertical trunking shall be supplied with cable support unit with insulated pins at
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intervals not exceeding 3 metre. Horizontal trunking sizes exceeding 100 mm x 50 mm shall be supplied with cable separators with insulated pins at intervals not exceeding 2 metres. All burrs rough edges caused due to any cutting or damage during erection shall be removed and the finish shall be made good. Corrosion patches if any, caused during storage and erection shall be removed and the affected area shall be treated with rust-proofing agent. Zinc rich epoxy primer of equivalent alternative shall be applied on the treated surfaces. In case of class 2 finishes this shall be followed by a coat of colour matching paint. Any fixing used for securing or fitting shall not cause any long term corrosion or electrolytic action. Where brackets are used, they shall be constructed of mild steel angle or channel iron finished to the same standard as the trunking. Connections to conduit, switchgear, junction boxes and distribution boards shall be made with flanged units. A trunking joint shall be made where a trunking crosses an expansion joints. The earth continuity links across such joints shall be of braided copper tape not less than 15 mm wide x 2 mm thick having a resistance from fixing to fixing equal to or less than the links used for standard trunking joints. PVC Trunking Construction of PVC trunking and its accessories shall comply with BS 4678:Part 4. Trunking shall be made from high impact rigid PVC of thickness not less than 1.5 mm. Concealed trunking shall be of medium classification (IP42) and surface trunking shall be of heavy classification (IP53). Lids shall be of the clip on type construction. All trunking accessories shall be of the same manufacturer. Site fabricated accessories shall not be acceptable. Where the trunking is installed in ambient conditions higher than 25 degrees centigrade, trunking joints shall accommodate 7 mm expansion for every 6 metres of trunking run. Protective conductor of not less than 2.5 mm2 with green and yellow insulation shall be installed throughout the length of the trunking, to allow looping in and out of metallic equipment and accessories. Installation Trunking shall be securely fixed to walls, ceiling or multibeam trunk to the approval of the Engineer. It shall be installed such that it shall not be obstructed by other trades. Adjoining sections shall be securely fastened together to provide a rigid joint. The sum of cross-sectional areas of all contained conductors shall not
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exceed 20% of the interior cross-sectional area of the trunking. Trunking shall include all necessary cable retainers. Runs of trunking shall be parallel or perpendicular to walls and partitions. Supports Trunking when run horizontally shall be Securely supported at intervals not exceeding 1.5m, unless specially approved for supports at greater intervals, but in no case shall the distance exceed 3 m. All cables installed in trunking shall be laced and identified in an approved manner. Clips shall be at 600mm centres. vertical cable trunking shall be fitted with cable pin racks arranged to avoid any strain on the cables. All trunking shall be rust proofed, primed and painted, and fixed at intervals not greater than 1000mm.
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Cable trays shall be manufactured from cold rolled mild steel to comply with BS 5750. Cable trays shall have a perforated construction. All accessories used such as bends, intersections, risers, reducers, etc, used in cable tray installation shall be factory made and of the same manufacturer as that of the cable tray. Cables shall be laid in a single tier on the cable tray, unless otherwise approved and neatly installed. Cable tray shall only be cut along a line of plain metal (not through perforations). All cut edges shall be prepared and treated accordingly to original Finish of metal. Where welding had been employed in fabrication and also on galvanized tray, a zinc rich paint shall be used for this treatment. Holes cut in cable tray for the passage of PVC covered cables shall be provided with grommets or alternatively bushed and/or lined to prevent damage to the PVC covering. Cable tray shall be manufactured from perforated mild steel and shall have hotdipped galvanised finish. Cable trays shall have the following dimensions Width (mm) 100-150 225 300-450 600-100 Flange Height (mm) 13 13 20 20 Thickness (mm) 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0
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Bends and tees shall. be made of the same material, finish and thickness as straight trays. At each end of the bends and tees, a minimum of 100mm straight run shall be provided. Cable trays shall be supported by mild steel galvanized brackets at regular intervals of 1,2mm maximum and at 255mm from bends and tees. Mushroom-headed steel roofing bolts and nuts shall be used for the installation and coupling of trays. Cable tray brackets shall be sufficient depth to provide access to the rear of the tray for easy installation of PVC saddle type fixings. All cables shall be secured to cable trays by means of PVC covered copper saddles of the two screw fixing type or PVC covered metal strip with noncorrodible cheese-headed screws and nuts. The shanks of the screws shall be protrude beyond the nut by more than three threads. Alternatively purpose made cable fixing devices may be proposed for consideration. Horizontal and vertical clearance between cables shall be such that no reduction in rating is necessary. A continuous run of 25mm x 3mm tinned copper strip shall be installed to the full length of the trays to ensure earth continuity. Jumper links shall be provided for all breaks in cable tray and at connections. A complete run of tray shall be earthed using 25mm x 3mm tinned copper strip as necessary. Unless otherwise specified, the contractor shall be responsible for selection of the correct grade of cable tray to meet the site conditions and the requirements of these specifications. Joining of various sections of the cable tray and its accessories shall be done in accordance with the recommendations of the manufacturer, or alternatively by using rustproof mushroom head roofing bolts, nuts and washers. Cable tray and its accessories shall have a hot-dip galvanized finish to BS 729. Any damage caused to the tray during installation and/or storage, shall be repaired by using zinc rich epoxy primer or equal alternative, followed by a generous existing metal coating. The joining bolts, nuts and washer shall be of galvanized steel. Brass shall not be used. A minimum clear space of 25 mm shall be kept behind all installed runs of cable tray. Cables shall be installed on the trays in a single layer leaving 25 percent spare space on the tray for future use. Cable trays shall provide direct support to the cables without cleats or saddles wherever practicable. Purpose made straps, cleats or saddles shall however be used to maintain a neat or regular disposition of cables. In vertical tray installation or where trays do not directly support the cables, load bearing cable cleats or saddles shall be employed and securely fixed to the tray. Manufacturers recommendations shall be followed in selection of cable cleats or saddles, on the basis of individual application.
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Electromechanical continuity shall be maintained throughout the run of cable trays. Trays carrying LV cables shall be bonded to earth with green/yellow PVC insulated single core stranded copper cable. Trays carrying HV cables shall be bonded to earth with copper strip. HV and LV cables shall be installed on separate cable trays. MIC cables shall not be installed on galvanized cable tray.
0.2.3. GENERAL LIGHTING AND POWER 0.2.3.1. Alignment of Accessories The Contractor shall pay very particular attention to the method of fixing of outlet boxes so that they shall, when completed, be level and in an exact position relative to the finished surrounding surface to permit the cover plate to be fixed accurately. Where conduit work is to be concealed, the Contractor shall take full responsibility for the alignment of outlet boxes and shall ascertain a definite datum line from which all measurements can be taken, and also the thicknesses of wall, depths of finished plaster and final finishes of all relevant surfaces. Switches/sockets installed in the exposed, external areas, car parking area, plant rooms, pump rooms shall be of heavy duty metal clad industrial and weather proof IP56 Type switch/Socket Outlets. Socket Outlets These shall be switches, complying with BS1363-2:1995 and shall be installed in the position shown on the Drawings and shall be of the 13 amp flat pin, Double pole type. The socket outlets shall match the chosen lighting switches in that particular room or area. Switched socket outlets shall comply with BS1363-2:1995. The switched socket interior shall be mounted to the grid which shall have provision for both lateral and vertical adjustment. The grid shall be of 16 s.w.g. mild steel, zinc plated to a minimum of 5 microns thick.
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The front cover plate shall be secured to the grid plate and switched-socket interior by countersunk screws finished to match the cover plate. For flush installations the cover plate shall overlap the box by 7mm and for surface installations it shall be the same size as the galvanized cast iron boxes which shall be employed in such locations. In plant rooms and similar areas the switch sockets shall be industrial pattern galvanized and on the roof all switch sockets shall be weatherproof Socket outlets shall be generally be of the DP switched 13 A 3 pin 220V shuttered patterned front plate with a fused plug top. Outlets shall be single or multigang as specified. Front plate shall be as specified. Socket outlets connected to 110 Volts a.c. supplies shall be of the round pin shuttered pattern fitted with D.P. switches and fully interlocked. They shall be non interchangeable with units of other ratings. Socket outlets mounted externally shall be galvanized water-resistant pattern fitted with machined joint and gasket, screwed brass plug top, screwed brass cover plates and securing chain , IP-56Type. Every socket outlet shall, unless otherwise specified, be provide with the appropriate plug top and fitted with a fuse of appropriate rating. Sockets outlets that are not supplied with fused plug tops shall be wired one socket outlet from an appropriately current rated fuse/MCB. Three phase socket outlets shall be four pole with earth connection and interlocked switch. Sockets outlets shall not be interchangeable for different voltage and each unit shall be effectively earthed and provided within an approved type plug. All 13 amp general purpose socket outlets shall be wired on the ring principle using a single core 4 sq.mm PVC stranded copper cable. Th e socket circuits are to be supplied from the MCB-boards and protected with 30A, 30mA, RCDs or ratings in accordance with the circuit lists.
Heavy duty mounting GI metal boxes shall be provided with earth terminals, an adequate number of knockouts and Adjustable lug complying with BS.4662. 0.2.3.2. 13 Amp Connection Unit (Spur Boxes) Wherever a 13 amp switch-socket is not suitable to tap-off a ring main or spur circuit, a connection unit shall be used. All such units shall be fitted with switches
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and directly connected to the appliance served. Each connection unit shall contain a fuse of the appropriate current rating for the appliance it supplies, and the front plate shall be as specified and engraved with the name of the appliance. Connection units shall be connected into ring circuits wherever possible. 0.2.3.3. Switches Lighting switches shall generally be a.c. only" type capable of operating at their full rated capacity. Minimum rating of lighting switches shall be 20 A inductive. Switches shall be one way, two way or intermediate as required and where mounted together, they shall be fitted in a common box. For surface installations they shall be fitted with fixed grids and in flush installations the grids shall be adjustable with matching front plates as specified having a 6mm minimum overlap. Switches mounted externally shall be galvanized water resistant pattern fitted with machined box cover joint, neoprene seals and external fixings lugs. Switchboxes shall be suitably barriered and labelled where two or more phases are connected in the same box. Where d.c. lighting circuits are to be switched double pole quick make quick break switches with pillar type terminals and earthing straps shall be provided. Every switch controlling an appliance not visible from the switching position shall be engraved with the name of the appliance it controls, and where called for shall be fitted with 0.5 watt neon indicating lamp. Switches shall be 250 volt ac only rated with number of poles and amp ratings as indicated on the Drawings, to BS 3676 Part 1. Switches shall be fully rated for tungsten filament and fluorescent lamp loads, and up to 80% of rated capacity for motor loads. Switches shall be one gang or multi gang, 1-way, 2-way or intermediate as indicated on the drawings and to the approval of the Engineer. 20-Amp double pole switches shall incorporate a pilot light, and shall have the words "Water Heater" engraved on it when used for that propose. 30-Amp double pole switch shall incorporate the description indicating the purpose of its use. 45/50-Amp double pole switches shall incorporate a pilot light, and shall have the word "Cooker" engraved on it when used for that purpose. a) Switch Assemblies
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Switch assemblies shall be of the grid switch system, comprising rockeroperated grid switches ,metal clad type and stainless steel cover plates, unless otherwise indicated. Switch assemblies shall comprise 20-amp lighting switches, and other units if so indicated on the Drawings. Switch assemblies shall have the words "Danger 415 volts" engraved in red in it. b) Dimmer Switch Dimmer switch shall provide separate dimming and switching function for the resistive and inductive loads to the approval of the Engineer. All electronic components shall be totally enclosed in a moulding. 400w Dimmer switch shall consist of a two-way 20-amp rocker switch and a rotary dimming control or Dimmer plate with electronic control. The rocker switch shall provide for independent on/off control at any level to which the rotary lighting control has been set. The dimmer switches shall comply with BS 800 for RFI suppression. The unit shall be fuse protected, and rated 415 watts at 240 volts and to the approval of the Engineer. 800W dimmer switch shall be suitable for flush mounting. The dimmer unit shall consist of a switch and a rotary dimming control with stainless steel cover plates or Dimmer plate with electronic control. The switch shall provide for independent on/off control at any level to which the rotary lighting control has been set. For Dimmer control plate above 1000 W the Dimmer power module shall be installed near the Final distribution boards, Only control wiring shall be provided to Dimmer control switch plate and the dimmer control plate shall be digital type with minimum 8 -scene setting facility. 0.2.3.4. Luminaires The Contractor shall provide, install and connect, including all necessary materials, all luminaires in accordance with the makes and types in the schedule of Luminaries, including lampholders, glassware, diffusers and ancillary equipment. Conduit or chain suspensions as specified shall be provided for all pendant fittings. The stem of conduit suspensions shall be screwed to ball and socket type dome lids with positive earth connection. Within plant rooms, ceiling mounted luminaires shall be complete with chain suspensions of adequate length to provide suitable illumination when all plant is erected. The final locations of luminaires within plant rooms shall be agreed on site with the Engineer to suit arrangement of plant.
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White break joint rings shall be provided wherever necessary. Circuit cables shall not be routed through bulkhead or other fittings where the cables would be liable to undue temperature rise, but shall terminate in a fixed base connector in a conduit box mounted behind or adjacent to the fitting. Final connection to each fitting shall be carried out with silicone rubber or type 5 PVC high temperature insulated cable. Conduit terminations to all aluminium fittings shall be fitted with brass bushes to prevent corrosive action between the steel and aluminium components. Where PVC conduit is used the non-ferrous bushes may be replaced with an insulated pattern. Lamp-holders, with the exception of handlamps and fluorescent bi-pin units shall be of the nonferrous metal type. Lamp holders types E.S. and G.E.S. shall be so connected that the screw portion is in the neutral conductor. All fluorescent fittings shall be complete with quick starting control gear, power factor capacitors and lamps. The metalwork of all fittings and starting equipment shall be effectively earthed to the installation. Fittings without a shunt connected P.F. capacitor shaft incorporate a voltage dependent resistor to counteract surge voltages. All luminaires shall be cleaned using an anti-static cleaning fluid prior to final erection. The Contractor shall include for any modifications to the manufacturers standard luminaires to comply with the requirements relative to mounting height. in the event of extra long suspensions being required, these shall be ordered concurrent with the lighting fittings. Where lampholders are not supplied with the lighting fitting, the Contractor shall supply them and they shall be of an approved type and make. All fittings shall be suspended from or fixed to, a small B.S.S. conduit box, except where specified otherwise. Where lighting track is required for flexible display lighting or simple stage lighting it shall be complete with power supply box, connectors, fixing clamps, end plugs and spot-light adaptors. Each luminaire shall be complete with a lamp for each lamp way specified. Fluorescent lamps shall generally be white pattern. Tungsten lamps shall be clear type where enclosed and opal type where exposed. 0.2.3.5. Lamps All incandescent lamps, discharge lamps and fluorescent tubes shall conform to
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the standard type of lamp cap required by each specific lighting fittings detailed. They shall all be of high quality manufacture, with each type of lamp used being in accordance with accepted standard of rated lamp life. All lamps of each type (e.g. tungsten, fluorescent) shall be by the same manufacturer.
0.2.3.6. Time Switches Time switches shall be self-contained units 24 hour or solar dial type as specified suitable for operation on the local low voltage a.c. supply. Solar dial type shall be complete with an automatic solar dial calibrated to applicable latitude, to permit accurate selection of switching times, selfstarting synchronous motor with a single pole fuse in the motor circuit, a 3-way terminal block and a 150 hours reserve. The switch shall be encased in a dust-tight metal. casing having a hinged front cover with a. clear perspex window. The casing shall be effectively earthed. Timer switches shall be 30 minute dial type, recess mounted with manual override switch. Switches shall have 20,000 switching cycles guaranteed life.
0.2.3.7. Safety Isolating Transformers Low voltage transformers with 55-0-55 V secondaries shall be double wound air cooled pattern contained in dust-tight cases. Separate windings shall be provided for the primary and secondary and the mid-point of the low voltage winding shall be earthed and an earthed screen provided between the windings.
0.2.3.8. Emergency Supplies Individual self-contained emergency lighting units shall be connected direct to the mains-supply and in the event of a failure the unit shall automatically connect to the battery housed within the unit. On restoration of the permanent supply the unit shall revert to mains operations. All units shall be surface pattern supplied complete with diffuser, rechargeable battery, changeover relay and silicone rubber covered cable interconnections. Each unit shall include solid state switching and the re-charge equipment shall enable a fully discharged battery to be fully re-charged within 14 hours. Facilities shall be included to prevent reverse polarity at low battery voltage. Each unit shall derive its supply from an unswitched circuit connected directly to the MCB or fuse serving the normal local mains lighting such that the battery is on automatic charge when the mains are healthy. 0.2.3.9. Mechanical Engineering Services Equipment All motors, fans, water heaters, thermostats, pump, chiller plant, kitchen
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equipment, laundry equipment, boiler plant, filters, starters and associated plant control equipment will generally be provided under the mechanical engineering services section of the Specification. The Contractor shall include for the erection of electrical control equipment and final circuit wiring and connections to all mechanical services plant and equipment as detailed on the contract drawings. Final site commissioning and calibration of the mechanical engineering services installations will be carried out under the mechanical engineering services section of the Specification. The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that adequate instructions and connection diagrams are provided to enable the work to be completed. 0.2.3.10. Earthing The Earthing system shall be in full compliance with the requirements of the IEE Wiring Regulations, Local Authorities Practices and the Specifications. Any modification required by Local authorities shall be done at no extra cost. Unless otherwise specified all materials used for earthing shall be of copper or approved copper alloys, and shall be specially manufactured for the purpose. The complete earthing system shall be electrically and mechanically continuous to provide an independent fault current return path to the earthing source. Bolted connections shall be of the multiple bolt type. Bolts, washers and stop nuts shall be of high copper alloy. Ferrous hardware will not be accepted. Where earthing terminal connectors are brazed to equipment, the metal shall be thoroughly cleaned prior to brazing and the impaired surfaces repainted to prevent corrosion. The impedance of equipment (earth loop) at any point in the electrical wiring system shall be sufficiently low to limit the voltage to earth and to facilitate the operation of the circuit protective devices in the circuits, as required by the IEE Wiring Regulations. Otherwise earth leakage circuit breakers shall be used. Earthing Installation Two separate earthing installations shall be provided. One installation shall be the System earthing and the other shall be the Authorities Service Equipment Earthing. System Earthing The System Earthing shall consist of earthing pits connected in parallel if practicable, or shall consist of 95 mm2 ring (counterpoise) buried under ground at a depth of 1 meter minimum around the periphery of the building or substation if the latter is a separate structure.
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Resistance of this earthing installation to earth shall not exceed 2 ohm. To this installation shall be connected: a) The neutral of the transformers) at the local authorities Low tension pillar or at the main distribution switchboard if the former is not provided. All Equipment earthing of the Electrical Works through a removable link at the Main Distribution Switchboard connecting the main earthing bus to the neutral bus. If no main switchboard is included in the works, a peripheral earth bus shall be provided in the Meters Room to which all the equipment earthing shall be bonded. The earthing bus shall in turn be bonded to the Local Authorities Low Tension Pillar neutral. The main earthing bus of the main and sub-main switchboard(s) if any shall be connected to the system earthing by a 95 mm2 bare copper cable via a 40 x 5 mm main earthing busbar fixed on the wall in an approved location. Service Equipment Earthing The service equipment earthing shall be a separate earthing installation consisting of earthing pits connected in parallel. These pits shall be at least 8 meters away from the system earthing if practicable otherwise the service equipment earthing shall be bonded to the system earthing and the combined resistance shall be less than 1 ohm. To this installation will be connected: the ring main unit earthing bar, the transformer(s) and HT switchgear tanks, HT cable sheaths, all exposed structural metal works including metal cable trays when the substation is situated above a basement. Connection material and sizes shall be as approved by the Local Authorities Equipment Earthing of the Electrical Works Equipment earthing of the Electrical Works shall consist of bonding all noncurrent carrying metal parts of the Electrical installation to the System earth ( TN-S system as per IEE Wiring Regulations, latest edition). Non-current carrying metal parts of the electrical installation shall include such items as cabinets, exposed metal parts of apparatus as well as enclosures, doors, grill, etc., protecting or shielding electrical equipment from direct access to unauthorized personnel. The series earthing of one piece of equipment to another will not be permitted. All equipment earthing connections shall be tapped from the applicable earth source. Unless otherwise specified or indicated on the Drawings, cable armour shall be accepted as equipment earthing conductors, provided they comply with the requirements of the Regulations.
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All socket outlets, power apparatus, lighting fixtures and switches shall be earthed. No point on the neutral shall be connected to the earth system except as described under "System Earthing". Additional earthing pits may be shown on the drawings at different locations. These pits shall be bonded to the earthing bus of the relevant switchboards or panelboards as applicable in order to reduce the earthing resistance. Neutral at such points shall not be bonded to the earthing system. Joints and connection to the earthing system shall be so effected as to avoid undue reduction of the current carrying capacity and shall be approved. Special precautions shall be taken to ensure that the available contact area is fully utilised in all connections to plant and apparatus. The bonding connections to any gas or water services shall be made as near as practicable to the point of entry of these services into the building. Should there be an insulated section in the service run, the connection shall be made to the metalwork on the building premises side of the insulated section. These bonding connections shall be made with appropriate pipe clamps and precautions shall be taken to avoid damage to these pipes. The Contractor shall test every complete final circuit earth loop impedance comprising conduits, cable sheaths, core conductors, transformer windings and the general mass of the earth. Each of the entire conduit installations shall be electrically continuous throughout, forming completely bonded systems. The earthing rod shall be constructed from copper clad steel rod. Copper sheath shall be 99.9% pure electrolytic copper. The steel core shall be of carbon steel, with tensile strength min 97,000 psi yield strength at 0.2% offset 85,000 psi, proportional limit 57,000 psi, percent of elongation 13%. Rod shall be cold drawn. For telecommunications system equipment, a separate grounding / bonding conductors systems shall be provided and ended by its own earth electrodes which will be interconnected to the main earthing electrodes network. Any additional requirement for modifying the earth/soil resistivity in line with the requirements of the telecommunication suppliers requirements will be added in the specifications at a later stage.
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Bonding
The Contractor shall make provision to ensure that conductive parts which are simultaneously accessible to other conductive parts, are bonded to ensure that in the event of an earth fault, the voltage between all simultaneously
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accessible parts are of such magnitude and duration as not to cause danger. This requirement shall include consideration of portable appliances connected from socket outlets. Where necessary, supplementary equipotential bonding shall be provided. In areas where the system of wiring is concealed, the supplementary bonding conductor shall also be concealed up to the point of termination. Tests shall be carried out during the construction to ensure that where supplementary bonding conductors are required, they can be installed within the construction programme and without the need to disturb finishes. The electrical continuity of mechanical services ductwork, pipes and plant is required under the Mechanical Services Section of the Specification. Under this section of the Specification, the Contractor shall complete the bonding to bring the mechanical services installation to an equipotential level with simultaneously accessible conductive parts. On completion of the installation, tests shall be carried out by the Contractor to verify compliance with this Clause. 0.2.3.12. Electric Shaver Outlets
Shaver outlets shall be insulated pattern, connected from local lighting circuits using the appropriate current rated cable size. Outlets shall be universal type with a dual voltage (230 or 110 Volt) output. Each outlet shall incorporate a double wound isolating transformer to provide an earth free supply and the primary circuit shall include a self-resetting thermal overload trip. Outlets shall be suitable for use in bathrooms.
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Mounting Heights
Equipment shall generally be installed in accordance with the following mounting heights and the measurement indicated shall be the distance between the finished floor level and the bottom edge of each unit. Any variations to the general mounting heights will be detailed on the drawings UNIT Lighting Switches (General) Sockets outlets Sockets outlets (Plant Room Areas) Sockets outlets in Kitchen above work surface. Fire alarms contacts Fire alarm bells MOUNTING HEIGHT (mm) 1350 450 1000 250 above work surface 1350 2200
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Fire alarm detectors mounted. Telephone outlets (Wall type) Distribution Boards
Isolators Flex-outlet plates (General) Bracket lighting points (General) Timer switches
Ceiling mounted 450 1800mm to Top approx. dependant on height of false ceiling. 1000 450 1900 -2200mm 1900
Note: Mounting arrangements of various switching accessories for Fron of House area shall be as per the latest ID details.
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STANDARDS
Except where modified by this Specification, equipment and materials shall be in accordance with lEC (International Electrotecnical Commission), ISO (international Organization for Standardization) and BSS (British Standards Specification) recommendations, If relevant lEC, ISO and BSS recommendations are not available then relevant national standards shall apply, and such national standards shall be proposed by the Contractor for approval by the Engineer. When lEC or ISO or BSS recommendations, or national standards are referred to the Edition shall be that current at the date of Tender, together with any amendments issued to that date. If requested by the Engineer, the Contractor shall supply at his own expense three copies in English and one in the original language of any national standards which are applicable to the Contract. The whole of the electrical installation shall comply with the requirements of the current edition of the Regulations for Electrical Installations issued by the I.E.E. (Institution of Electrical Engineers), London, UK including the latest amendments thereto.
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0.2.5.DESIGN AND STANDARDISATION The Contract Works shall be installed to facilitate inspection, cleaning and repairs, and for operation in which continuity of service is the first consideration. All material and apparatus shall be of the best quality, designed to ensure satisfactory operation under the atmospheric conditions prevailing at the Site and under such sudden variations of load and voltage as may be met with under working conditions. The installation shall incorporate every reasonable precaution and provision for the safety of all those concerned in the operation and maintenance of the Contract Works and of associated works supplied under other Contracts. All apparatus shall operate without undue vibration and with the least practicable amount of noise. Operating boxes, kiosks, cubicles and similar enclosed compartments forming part of auxiliary equipment shall be adequately ventilated to restrict condensation and, where environmental conditions require, suitable integral lowtemperature heaters shall be provided. All contractor or relay coils and other parts shall be suitably protected against corrosion. All outdoor apparatus shall be so designed as to avoid pockets in which water can collect. Accessible means shall be provided for the easy lubrication of all bearings, mechanisms and moving parts. Grease lubricators shall be fitted with hexagon nipples. All mechanisms shall, when necessary, be constructed of stainless steel, brass or gunmetal to prevent sticking due to rust or corrosion. All connections and contacts shall be of ample section and surface for carrying continuously the specified currents without undue heating, and shall be secured by bolts or set screws of ample size, fitted with locking devices of approved type and material. All apparatus shall be designed to obviate the risk of accidental short circuit due to animals, birds and vermin. Openings in ventilated enclosures shall be so constructed to prevent the entry of vermin and insects. All apparatus incorporating doors shall be erected so that the doors can be opened to at least 90 after adjacent equipment has been installed.
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0.2.6. MANUFACTURERS STANDARDS Except where specified otherwise, all materials and equipment associated with the installation shall be handled and installed strictly in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations by workmen who have had previous experience of the equipment and materials and who have, where necessary, attended a manufacturers course on use and installation. The Contractor shall ensure that any special tools recommended by manufacturers for the installation of their materials and equipment are used by the workmen.
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0.2.7. GALVANISING Galvanizing shall be applied by the hot dipped process. The preparation for galvanizing a n d t h e g a l v a n i z i n g p r o c e s s s h a l l n o t a d v e r s e l y a f f e c t t h e mechanical properties of the material being coated. Pre-site drilling, punching, cutting, bending and removal of burrs shall be completed before galvanizing. Surfaces in contact with oil shall neither be galvanized nor cadmium plated, unless finished with an oil resisting varnish. The average thickness of the zinc coating shall be equivalent to not less than 0.6 kg/m2 of zinc for all surfaces, except steel wires. The thickness of the zinc coating for steel wires shall be in accordance with a national standard and shall be approved by the Engineer. 0.2.8. LABELS AND NUMBER PLATES
All equipment shall be clearly and permanently labelled, to the approval of the Engineer, in English. Where labels are provided for making clear the method of operation of apparatus, they shall be concise and preferably diagrammatic in form. Duplicate labels in the national language shall be provided whenever applicable. Labels shall be of the engraved traffolite type. Labels for similar equipment shall be of uniform appearance and size, and all labels shall be fixed by screws. Each item of equipment shall be marked with its function, manufacturers name or trade mark and the code or type number, together with the batch or serial number. Danger notices shall have red lettering on a white background. All other labels and number plates shall have black lettering on a white background. Generally lettering for danger notices shall be 10 mm high and all other lettering 6 mm high. All outdoor switchgear shall be clearly and permanently identified by number plates and phase discs of appropriate colours. The rating and circuit identification of each fuse shall be marked adjacent to the fuse base. The Contractor shall submit a schedule of labels for approval by the Engineer before engraving is carried out.
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0.2.9.
FIXINGS
Fixings to brickwork and block work shall be made in the bricks and blocks and not in the bond. Wood screws shall be zinc coated and machine thread screws shall be solid brass and greased before installation. Accessories mounted in fixed equipment shall incorporate adjustable slotted fixing holes. Heavy equipment shall be fixed with approved purpose-made clamp brackets, ragbolts or patent fixing bolts. Shot plugs or bolts shall not be used without the written approval of the Engineer. No structural steelwork shall be drilled for any purpose without the written approval of the Engineer. In general all fixings to steelwork shall be by means of studs welded to the stee1work or by clamp-brackets or hook bolts. Exterior steelwork fixings shall be galvanised. The supply and fixing of all supports, brackets, clamps and spacers and any other steelwork whether or not shown in detail on the drawings required for the proper and effective fixing of any equipment, shall be considered to be included in the material and labour covered by the supply and fixing of that equipment. Bolts and studs for electrical connections shall preferably be of brass M6 size minimum. Alternatively, size M5 may be used, but these must be of phosphor bronze or high tensile brass. Nuts shall be locked in position with lock nuts or lock washers, or castle-nut and split pin, or other devices if approved. Lock washers shall not be used above M24 size except when a spring type is specially approved. Bolts, nuts and washers on outdoor equipment shall be of non-corroding material where they are in contact with non-ferrous parts in conductor clamps and fittings and elsewhere if specially required. Suitable special spanners shall be provided for bolts and nuts which are not properly accessible by means of an ordinary spanner. 0.2.10. BUILDERS WORK Unless indicated elsewhere in this Specification, all builders work, cutting away and making good shall be carried out by the Main Contractor. The Contractor shall indicate where cutting away is required and will be held responsible for any extra costs incurred due to incorrect or inadequate marking out. Plugging of walls, floors and ceilings for the fixing of conduits, fitting and accessories shall be carried out by the Contractor. Details of all foundations for apparatus, construction of ducts, sumps, chases, etc,, structural steelwork, cutting away and making good in walls, floors, ceilings, etc., not detailed by the Engineer on the tender drawings shall be the responsibility of the Contractor who shall provide such drawings for approval by
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the Engineer. The information shall be provided in sufficient time to allow the work generally to progress in accordance with the Contract program, but the Contractor shall be entirely responsible for the accuracy of the information given. 0.2.11. CLEANING AND PAINTING All ungalvanised ferrous surfaces, such as black steel pipe work, brackets etc. shall be painted one coat of anti-corrosive primer immediately after erection, and a further two coats of gloss finish on completion. The paint specification for all equipment supplied with a works finish shall be to suit the particular application, and shall be to the approval of the Engineer. 0.2.12. OIL AND GAS Unless otherwise specified sufficient oil or gas shall be supplied to fill oil or gas filled equipment provided under this Contract. The oil or gas shall be of appropriate type and suitable in all respects for use in the equipment when it is operated under the condition laid down in this Specification. The design and all materials and processes used in the construction of the equipment shall be such as to reduce to a minimum the risk of development of acidity in the oil or gas. Special measures such as nitrogen sealing or the use of inhibited oils are not required unless specified by the Engineer. 0.2.13. FIRE PRECAUTIONS All apparatus, connections and cabling shall be designed and arranged to minimise the risk of fire and any damage which might be caused in the event of fire. 0.2.14. RADIO INTERFERENCE All equipment shall be designed so as to minimize radio interference in the frequency range 0.15 MHz to 30 MHz by means of suppression at source. 0.2.15. PADLOCKS Padlocks or other approved locking devices for circuit-breakers isolating devices, control switches, valves, marshalling kiosks, cubicles, screened enclosures and other equipment shall be supplied under this Contract. All padlocks and other locks shall be provided with two identical operating keys. Each key shall have an engraved durable identification label. It shall be impossible to open any lock or padlock with the key of any other lock or padlock provided under this Contract. Locks or padlocks shall be in suites or areas provided with group master key facilities to the requirements of the Engineer.
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Keys and locks shall be impressed with the manufacturers special serial number. Wall mounting cabinets with glazed doors suitable for the accommodation of keys, shall be provided and mounted in approved positions and shall be labelled in a similar manner to the keys, with a labelled hook arrangement for each key. The engraving on all labels shall be in accordance with an approved scheme. 0.2.16. TOOLS Where specified the Contractor shall supply in steel boxes, complete with keys, any special tools that may be required for making adjustments to equipment during normal operation or maintenance periods. All tools shall be of alloy steel and stamped with an approved identification. 0.2.17. EXPANSION JOINTS Building expansion joints may occur throughout the building works. Wherever the drawings indicate that such joints are installed the Contractor shall ensure that all pipes, ducts, conduits and cables crossing the joints are suitably sleeved, set and flexibly coupled across the expansion joint, adequately fixed each side of the joint and properly bonded. 0.2.18. EQUIPMENT DOCUMENTATION All documentation shall be in English and shall be provided by the Contractor. The number of copies and the dates of submission of the documentation shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of the Specification. All drawings, manuals, specifications, component lists, etc., shall have an issue or revision number and a record of modification. Equipment instruction manuals shall include circuit diagrams for each unit, plug in board and integrated circuit used in the complete equipment. 0.2.19. CONTRACT DRAWINGS The Contract Drawings are schematic and are intended to enable the Contractor to prepare his estimates and submit a tender. Where runs of piping, ducts, cable ways etc., are shown, they do not necessarily indicate exact locations within the confines of the building area concerned. The final locations of all such services, one with another and each with the building, shall be determined by the Contractor in the preparation of his Installation Drawings. Allowance shall be made in the preparation of Tenders to cover such deviations between Contract and Installation Drawings. 0.2.20. D R A W I N G S PREPARED BY THE CONTRACTOR FOR CONSTRUCTION (WORKING DRAWINGS) This section is to be read in conjunction with the Architects/Engineers to be
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applied. Contract and requirements. The more onerous specification/requirement is Refer to the Architects/Engineers requirements for timing of submissions and for penalty clauses for non-compliance. Construction drawings shall be prepared based on the contract design (tender) drawings, Local authority requirements and contract specification for the consultant/ client approval prior to any installation works at site. Further to the Schedule of Drawings submitted with the Tender, the Contractor shall, within two weeks of the order to commence work, confirm the detailed schedule of all Installation and Builders-word Drawings to be prepared by the Contractor for the purpose of constructing the Works. The Schedule shall indicate the dates on which the individual drawings shall be submitted to the Engineer for checking, date for final issue and distribution and the date on which the work covered is due to commence on site in accordance with the overall Construction Program. Relevant dates for commencement of manufacture of plant items shall be included. Checking of the Contractors Installation and Builderswork Drawings by the Engineer, shall not relieve the Contractor of his responsibilities for compliance with the designs intent, co-ordination or with any other obligations and requirements under the Contract. The Contractor shall allow in his Tender for providing three copies of each drawing and schedule to the Engineer for checking and four copies including reproducibles for final distribution. All drawings prepared by suppliers, manufacturers and/or Contractors shall be endorsed with the Contractors own name title block and drawing number and the Contractor shall take full responsibility for such drawings in accordance with his obligations under the Contract. The scale and format of all drawings shall be to the approval of the Architect/Engineer. All drawings shall be prepared on AutoCAD, Release 14, by the Contractors ON-SITE CAD OFFICE. 0.2.21. RECORD DOCUMENTS AND DRAWINGS This section is to be read in conjunction with the Architects/Engineers conditions of contract and requirements. The more onerous specification/requirement is to be applied. Refer to the Architects/Engineers requirements for timing of submissions and for penalty clauses for noncompliance. The Contractor shall supply to the Engineer, as a pre-requisite to Practical Completion of the Works, comprehensive record documents finalized in detail and approved by the Engineer. The Contractor is advised that great importance will be placed upon the quality, accuracy, clarity and completeness of the record documents and upon their being made promptly available.
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Within two calendar months of completion of the work, the Contractor shall prepare and hand over to the Engineer two sets of As Fixed drawings and operating and maintenance instructions for approval. On receipt of such approval, the Contractor shall issue to the Engineer three final sets of drawings, comprising one complete set of translucent negatives and two sets of white dyeline prints, and three sets of operating and maintenance instructions strongly bound in flexible covers and suitable for heavy usage over a long period. The final set of documents shall also be presented on CD ROM format. A practical completion certificate for the works will not issued to the Contractor until such operating and maintenance instructions and drawings are received and approved by the Engineer. A) The Contractor shall keep a full set of white prints on site showing the progress of all work in connection with this Contract. Such prints shall be kept up to date and all pipe work, ductwork, conduit and cable runs, outlets positions, equipment etc. shall be marked on the prints as they are installed. When any equipment comprises a complete installation in itself (e.g. fire alarm system), a separate set of drawings relating to that installation shall be included. In addition to these, additional copies of detailed layouts of main plant chambers, circuit diagrams, valve charts, and relevant plant information shall also be provided suitably framed and fixed in the respective plant chambers.
B) Operating and maintenance instructions shall be provided by the Contractor and shall comprise the following as applicable written to be read in conjunction with the Record Drawings: B1) A general description of the scope, purpose and manner of working to each system or apparatus forming part of the Works. B2) A detailed description of the scope, purpose and manner of working of each system of automatic controls and/or monitoring instruments. B3) Data on general design parameters operating temperatures, pressures the commissioning tests. and associated normal etc., based on
B4) Clear and comprehensive instructions for the starting up, running and shut down of each system or apparatus. B5) Instructions in respect of any precautionary measures from time to time necessary (e.g. against freezing or corrosion). B6) Instructions in respect of the care of apparatus normally subject to
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seasonal disuse B7) Instructions as to the nature, extent and frequency of servicing necessary properly to maintain the Works in good condition and as to the materials to be used for the purpose. This information may be supported in detail, but not replaced by maintenance instructions provided by the suppliers of particular component apparatus. B8) A list of recommended factory specified spare parts plus the names and addresses of suppliers of all major components of the Works as may potentially be required to obtain spare parts or replacements. C) Copies of manufacturers data with respect to the nature, type and method of operation of individual pieces of equipment together with their detailed maintenance instructions shall also be supplied. Such data, in the form of individual booklets and the like, shall be indexed and crossreferenced to the operating and maintenance instructions and presented, suitably protected in box files or folders. The Contractor shall demonstrate from time to time as required by the Engineer throughout the execution of the Works, that adequate and accurate records are being kept such as will ensure the ultimate completeness and accuracy of the record documents and that the record documents are themselves being progressively complied as the work on site proceeds. The record documents shall be adequate for the following purposes C1) To record clearly the arrangements of the various sections of the Works as actually installed and to identify and locate all components parts thereof. C2) To make it possible to comprehend the extent and purpose of the Works and the method of operation thereof. C3) C4) To set out clearly the extent to which maintenance and servicing is required and how, in detail, it should be executed. To provide sufficient and readily accessible information properly to facilitate the ordering of spares and replacements.
0.2.22. FAMILIARISATION The Contractor will be deemed to have, prior to tender, studied the full working drawings of the buildings, visited the site and to have acquainted himself with all relevant details affecting his work. Claims arising from neglect of this clause will not be entertained.
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0.2.23. PROTECTION OF UNFINISHED WORK All unfinished work shall be left in a safe condition, and any temporary supports necessary to give adequate protection from unauthorized interference shall be provided. When it is necessary to store any heavy equipment on the site the most suitable position shall be ascertained from the Main Contractor and the equipment shall be stored in such a manner as to prevent it falling or slipping. All trench or duct covers etc., shall be replaced on leaving the site or the immediate vicinity, and the ducts or trenches shall be adequately guarded to prevent accident. No responsibility for protection of the works can be under-taken by the Employer.
0.2.24. APPROVAL OF EQUIPMENT AND MATERIAL All plant and material is subject to the approval of the Engineer, and the Contractor must submit full details, including samples where required, before placing any orders or making any deliveries to site. All literature submitted for approval shall contain only relevant data. All fire protection and prevention equipment shall be to the approval of the Ministry of the Interior Civil Defence Department/ ROP. All equipment shall be installed in strict accordance with the makers recommendations, and where appropriate shall be factory assembled and tested.
0.2.25. PROGRAMME OF WORK Immediately after receiving instructions to proceed, the Contractor shall produce in agreement with the Main Contactor a time and progress schedule. The Contractor shall prepare his program on PRIMAVERA Project Planner P3 and fully integrate his program with that of the main Contractor. Copies shall be provided for the Engineer and the Employer, and a copy shall be kept on site and update his program as necessary to maintain a completion date target program; also as and when required by the main Contractor and/or when required by the Architect/Engineer.
0.2.26. L I A S O N WITH OTHER PARTIES a) TRA-OMAN
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It is the responsibility of the Contractor to liaise with the requirements of the local Telecommunication Authority for Telecommunications System. Prior to installation of any telephone ducts, manholes, conduits or trunking, etc. The Contractor shall obtain written approval of the system and relevant drawings. b) Electricity It is the responsibility of the Contractor to liaise with the requirements and regulations of the local Electricity Authority which includes the submission of a completed application form and all necessary documentation. All drawings and equipment shall be approved by the local electricity authority prior to commencement of work and all time and expenses incurred in gaining approvals shall be included in the tender. c) ROP Civil Defence Authority It is the responsibility of the Contractor to liaise with the requirements and regulations of the local Civil Defence Authority. All relevant drawings and equipment shall be approved by the Civil Defence prior to commencement of work and all time and expenses incurred in gaining approvals shall be included in the tender.
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0.1 PRELIMINARIES DELETED 0.2. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

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Fuse-Switch Units and On-Load witches

0.2.1.12. Circuit Breakers

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0.2.2.2. Low Voltage Cable

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0.2.2.9. Cable Tray

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GENERAL TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

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