Oil Filled Power Transformers

(Standard Reference is IEC 60076 and relevant SEC

Transmission Specifications)

Mechanical Checks and Visual Inspections

ITEM DESCRIPTION DONE REMARKS

1. Check the impact recorder for any abnormal impact during transit.
2. Check all components are installed.

3. Check for quality of paint, lifting lugs, quality of weld areas, rust spots
and wheel stoppers.

4. Check nameplates information (visible location) asper contract

specifications.

5. Check tightness of all bolts (torque wrench method).

6. Check that all grounding is securely connected (two grounding

connections to main tank are required).

7. Check that the piping to Buchholz relay has proper slope.

8. Check that the tank pressure is positive, if applicable.

9. Check that the valves between the main tank and radiators are
open.10.Check the HV, LV and TV (if applicable) bushings for damage
and completeness.

11. Check for correct color and quantity of desiccant (moisture absorbing
media) in breathers. Check for correct breather oil levels.

12. Check heaters and humidity meters in local panel are at correct
settings.

13. Check that phase marking in cable box matches with GIS and cables.
14. Check all pipes, hoses and fan protection (not rubber or plastic).

15. Check the vertical and horizontal clearances of live parts to adjacent
grounded points conform to standard.

16. Check integrity of diaphragm/air bag in the conservator.

17. Perform all of the manufacturers specific checks.18.Check labeling of

all auxiliary devices as per approved drawing.

19. Check proper operation of auxiliary devices as follows: a.b.c.d.e.f.

Cooling fans/pumps (for all settings).Tap changer (upperlowerout
ofstep and interlock).Oil level gauges.Top oil temperature gauges.
Buchholz relay by gas injection. Winding temperature gauges.