Exhibit B5- Section 16950 Testing Electrical Systems.pdf
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This document is a comprehensive electrical systems testing specification for a 15kV cable installation project. The specification (Section 16950) provides detailed guidelines for inspection, testing, and quality control of electrical systems, focusing on medium voltage cable installation, termination, and grounding. Key requirements include performing DC high potential tests on cables, documenting cable pulling and splice inspections, checking grounding/earthing systems, and completing multiple standardized inspection checklists (Forms 65F1100 series) to verify compliance with technical standards.
The document outlines specific testing procedures for various electrical components, including requirements for cable installation, termination inspections, insulation resistance testing, and motor run-in tests. Multiple attachments provide inspection checklist templates covering underground conduit, cable pulling, cable terminations, grounding systems, and panelboard inspections. The specification references standards from ANSI, IEEE, NEMA, and NETA, and emphasizes the importance of thorough documentation, safety precautions, and adherence to manufacturer's instructions throughout the electrical installation process.
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SECTION 16950 - TESTING ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
A. This section prescribes the basic minimum requirements for field testing and inspection of electrical equipment and work.
1.02 RELATED WORK SPECIFIED ELSEWHERE
A. Refer to previous Sections which describe items of related Work. Coordinate Work prescribed by this Section with Work prescribed in previous sections.
1.03 RELATED TECHICAL REQUIREMENTS
A. Project sections.
B. Subcontract drawings.
C. Manufacturer’s instruction manuals, drawings, and information applicable to the apparatus, equipment and systems.
1.04 RELATED WORK
A. Examine all portions of the Subcontract documents for work related to the work of this Section. Provide all work hereunder as required for the support and accommodation of related work.
PART 2 - CONDITIONS
2.01 GENERAL
A. The work of this section is subject to the FRA Construction Subcontract Terms and Condition.
2.02 APPLICABLE STANDARDS
A. The publications listed below form part of this Section. Each publication shall be the latest revision and addendum in effect on the date of subcontract award, unless noted otherwise. Except as specifically modified by the requirements specified herein or the details on the drawings, the Work included under this Section shall conform to the provisions of these publications:
1. ANSI (American National Standards Institute):
a. ANSI/IEE 400 Guide for Making High Direct Voltage Tests on Power Cable Systems in the Field.
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2. IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers).
3. NEMA (National Electrical Manufacturers Association).
4. NETA (National Electrical Testing Association).
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.01 GENERAL
A. This Section provides guidelines for the inspection, testing, and checkout of the electrical systems to ensure that the electrical installation is in accordance with the design sections, drawings, and manufacturer's instructions.
B. The listings and descriptions of the inspections, tests, and checks described herein shall not be considered as complete and all inclusive. Additional normal standard construction (and sometimes repetitive) checks and tests may be necessary throughout the course of the Work.
C. Medium voltage cable testing shall be performed by an independent subcontractor paid by the Subcontractor in accordance with NETA (National Electrical Testing Association).
1. Coordination of cable testing shall be arranged under this subcontract (cable installation subcontract) to provide FRA and testing subcontractor with ample time and notice. Cable installation subcontractor shall provide the FRA Construction Coordinator 24-hours notice of time and period available for cable testing.
2. Cable installation subcontractor shall provide a knowledgeable workman to be present at all times during the cable testing. Workman's duties and responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, verification of cables to be tested, removal of end boots or seals, verification of all safety precautions, keeping manholes free from water and acting as subcontractor's representative for verification of cable test results.
3. Independent cable testing subcontractor is responsible for hi-pot testing as cables (only) as described on Form #65F1104, attached.
4. All other testing and reporting as described herein shall be the responsibility of the cable installation subcontractor.
D. The checks and tests shall be documented on the attached Quality Control Forms. Quality Control Forms shall be available for FRA review at any time during the Subcontract. Completed Quality Control Forms shall be given to the FRA Construction Coordinator at the conclusion of the Subcontract.
E. Subcontractor shall be responsible for all inspection and test activities. The detail implementation plan shall be reviewed and approved by the FRA Construction Coordinator.
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F. Equipment or circuitry shall not be energized, de-energized, or tied-in to a system without prior review and approval of the test plan and procedure, prepared and submitted by the Subcontractor.
3.02 TESTING AND INSPECTION OF EQUIPMENT AND CABLE
A. Preparation:
1. A detailed plan and schedule shall be prepared for inspection and testing activities.
2. Manufacturer, make, model and serial numbers of the instruments used shall be recorded on the test forms.
3. Testing and checkout work shall be performed with fully qualified personnel skilled in the particular tests being conducted. This is essential for obtaining and properly evaluating data while the tests are in progress, and for ensuring that important facts and questionable data are reported.
4. The test supervisor shall ensure that testing and checkout work is conducted in a safe manner. Special safety precautions such as the following shall be utilized:
a. Lockout and tagout procedures.
b. Barricades.
c. De-energization or isolation of equipment before testing.
d. Review of procedures with safety personnel.
e. Erection of warning signs.
f. Stationing of guards and watchmen.
g. Maintenance of voice communications.
h. Personnel orientation.
i. Project Hazard Analysis and Job Hazard Analysis as required.
5. The test apparatus shall be of the proper voltage class and rating for the test being performed. Care shall be taken that the installation shall not be overstressed.
6. At any stage of construction and/or when electrical equipment or systems are determined to be damaged, faulty, or requiring repairs, the electrical equipment or systems shall be reported to the FRA Construction Coordinator. Corrective action may require prior approval.
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3.03 INSPECTION AND TEST OF ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
A. Additional inspections may be carried out by FRA. FRA inspection shall not alleviate the requirement for inspection as defined herein.
PART 4 - ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 6:
Form: 65F1300: Electrical Punch List Record
Attachment 7:
Form: 65F1200: Underground Conduit (Duct Bank) Inspection Checklist
Attachment 9:
Form: 65F1202: Aboveground Conduit Inspection Checklist
Attachment 10:
Form: 65F1100: Conduit Sealing Inspection Record
Attachment 12:
Form: 65F1204: Cable Pulling Inspection Checklist
Attachment 13:
Form: 65F1101: Insulation Resistance Test Record
Attachment 15:
Form: 65F1205: Medium and High Voltage Cable Termination Inspection Checklist
Attachment 16:
Form: 65F1103: Medium and High Voltage Cable Splice Inspection Record
Attachment 17:
Form: 65F1104: DC High Potential Test (Medium Voltage Cable) Test Record
Attachment 18:
Form: 65F1105: Ground/Earthing System (Grid or Loop Type System) Inspection Record
Attachment 21:
Form: 65F1108: Ground Continuity (Non-electrical Equipment/Structures) Test Record
Attachment 23:
Form: 65F1110: Panelboard Inspection Record
Attachment 42:
Form: 65F1129: Electric Motor Run-In Test Record
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SECTION 16950
ATTACHMENT 6
FORM: 65F1300
ELECTRICAL PUNCH LIST RECORD
DATE: REV.: REF. DWG.:
Item No
Identification & Location Remarks Date
Corrected Supervisor’s
Approval
DISTRIBUTION SUBCONTRACTOR/DATE
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ATTACHMENT 7
FORM: 65F1200
UNDERGROUND CONDUIT (DUCT BANK) INSPECTION CHECKLIST
DATE: REV.:
NOTE: THIS CHECKLIST SHALL BE USED DURING THE INSPECTION OF
UNDERGROUND UTILITIES
1. Trenching checked for location, elevation and forming. Check for conflicts with other construction.
2. Conduit size, type and location checked for conformance to Sections and drawings
3. Minimum concrete coverage will be in accordance with Sections on all sides of conduits.
4. Conduit spacing, supports and tie-downs correct.
5 Stub-up dimensions and location checked.
6. Field bend radius correct in accordance with drawings/Section bends free of deformities.
7. Pipe caps on all ends
8 All conduit connections tightly made.
9 Reinforcing bars installed when specified.
10. All field changes recorded on as-built drawings
11. Trench or forms free of debris
12. Concrete coverage adequate, spacers not left exposed.
13. Concrete color in accordance with Sections.
14. Stub-up concrete encasement correct.
15. Backfill and compaction correct
16. Conduits free of such things as stoppages and grout leakage.
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ATTACHMENT 9
FORM: 65F1202
ABOVEGROUND CONDUIT INSPECTION CHECKLIST
DATE: REV.:
NOTE: THIS CHECKLIST SHALL BE USED DURING THE INSPECTION OF CONDUIT
1 Supports and spacing in accordance with Sections, codes & drawings
2. Supports adjacent to terminal fittings.
3. Conduits clean, stub-ups protected, open ends plugged, damage during construction repaired
4. Field bend radius correct in accordance with Sections and codes. Bends free of deformities.
5. Expansion joints as required.
6. Installation neat and evenly spaced
7. Conduit permanently and effectively grounded, unless Sections permit otherwise. Bonding jumpers installed around inspection joints.
8. Proper fittings installed with threads fully engaged; no wrench cuts, conduit ends have bushings and covers installed
9. Drains installed in accordance with Sections.
10. RGS, PVC or PVC-coated conduit installed when specified on drawings
11. Flexible conduits installed with proper bending radius and with standard fittings.
12. Junction boxes leveled and supported with proper hubs, locknuts and bushings installed, in accordance with drawings. Junction boxes properly identified.
13. Adequate number of pulling points.
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ATTACHMENT 10
FORM: 65F1100
CONDUIT SEALING INSPECTION RECORD
DATE: REV:
BUILDING: AREA/UNIT: PANEL BOARD TAG:
NOTE: THIS CHECKLIST SHALL BE USED DURING THE INSPECTION OF CONDUIT SEALS
1. Receiving Operations/Inspection complete.
2. Equipment Protection Program instituted and documented.
3. Check assembly for any missing parts.
4. Enclosure approved for area classification.
5. Panelboard circuit schedule filled out.
6. Correct circuit breaker fuse size and location.
7. Neutral wire correctly color-coded.
8. Grounding/earthing installed and connected. Test Record, Form 000.265.F1109.
9. Ground Continuity Test Record (Electrical Equipment & Ground Test Bars), completed.
10. Seals installed (if required).
11. Check for breather and drain.
12. Check panel load balance.
13. Check color-coding of branch circuit conductors.
14. Clean out.
15. Check mounting and supports.
16. Fixtures and receptacles are correct type and installed as per drawings.
17. Fixtures and receptacles on correct circuit.
18. Nameplate, number of circuits and panelboard location per drawing.
19. Correct glands installed (i.e., flameproof glands on explosion-proof enclosures.).
20. Megger buses including neutral. Record results on Form 65F1124.
21. Insulation Resistance (Equipment) Test Record. Main disconnect & outgoing circuits should be open.
22. Equipment Protection Program completed and documented.
23. Final inspection complete. Punch items on Form 65F1300, Electrical.
24. Punch List Record, cleared.
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ATTACHMENT 12
FORM: 65F1204
CABLE PULLING INSPECTION CHECKLIST
DATE: REV.: REF. DWG.:
NOTE: This Inspection Checklist shall be used for cable pulling in conduit and ducts.
1. Check that conduit has been swabbed-out and any standing water removed.
2. Check that number of pulling points is adequate and the number of bends between pulling points does not exceed Section or code requirements.
3. Check cable reel assignments and cutting schedules.
4. Check cable voltage rating, minimum pulling temperature and type of pulling compound.
5. Inspect cables for jacket damage.
6. Ambient temperature within manufacturer’s recommended installation limits.
7. Monitor pulling tension on critical pulls and verify that maximum permitted tension not exceeded in accordance with tension data.
8. Perform DC High Potential Test (hypot) on medium and high voltage cables (rated over 2000 volts) and record on Test Record, Form 65F1104, DC High Potential Test Record (Medium Voltage Cable).
9. Bend radius of trained cable is in accordance with Sections and cable is free of kinks.
10. Installation is neat and cable lay (maintained spacing) in accordance with Sections.
11. Cables identified in accordance with Sections and drawings.
12. Cable ends sealed after cutting.
13. Manhole grounding system installed.
14. Cable neutral conductors grounded.
15. Cables firewrapped in manholes.
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ATTACHMENT 13
FORM: 65F1101
INSULATION RESISTANCE TEST RECORD
TEST EQUIPMENT:
TEST VOLTAGE:
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE: º C º F
Panel No.
Feeder No.
Circuit No.
Wire Tagging
Cable-rated
Voltage Quantity Size From To
Insulation Resistance
(Megaohms) Initials
Cable-rated voltage (ohms) Test duration Resistance for cable quality Cable/wire size or amperage (megaohms) Resistance when cable connected to equipment
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ATTACHMENT 15
FORM: 65F1205
MEDIUM AND HIGH VOLTAGE CABLE TERMINATION INSPECTION CHECKLIST
NOTE: This Inspection Checklist shall be used for terminations rated greater than 2000 volts. Inspection Record
CIRCUIT NO.: DWG.:
KIT MANUFACTURER: KIT NO.:
Check Item
1. Cable size, type, location, installation and routing in accordance with drawings.
2. Bend radius in accordance with specifications and cable jacket free of kinks.
3. Cable termination supports and support spacing in accordance with drawings and specifications.
4. Installation neat and evenly spaced.
5. Cable free of surface damage.
6. Termination kit/materials installed in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
7. Document DC High Potential Test (hypot) on Form 65.F1104, DC High Potential Test Record (Medium Voltage Cable), or obtain appropriate documentation from testing Subcontractor.
8. Cable terminated in accordance with equipment manufacturer’s instructions including torquing of bolted connections.
9. Check phase location and marking: Left to Right, Top to Bottom, or Front to Rear, in accordance with specifications requirements.
A. Acceptable
B. Acceptable
C. Acceptable
10. Metallic Sheaths/Shields/Armor grounded/earthed in accordance with manufacturers recommendations.
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ATTACHMENT 16
FORM: 65F1103
MEDIUM AND HIGH VOLTAGE CABLE SPLICE INSPECTION TEST RECORD
NOTE: This Inspection Record shall be used for cables rated greater than 2000 volts. INITIAL/DATE
REFERENCE DWG. SPLICE NO.
SPLICE KIT MANUFACTURER
KIT NO KIT NO
CIRCUIT NO
FROM TO
CABLE RATED VOLTAGE CABLE TYPE
1. Location
Manhole Number
2. Splice Make-up:
A. Acceptable
B. Acceptable
C. Acceptable
Neutral Acceptable
3. Document DC High Potential Test (hypot) on Form 65F1104, DC High Potential.
Test Record (Medium voltage Cable), or obtain appropriate documentation from testing Subcontractor.
4. Sheath grounded/earthed, as required
5. Field changes recorded on as-built drawings.
6. Splice markers installed.
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ATTACHMENT 17
FORM: 66F1104
DC HIGH POTENTIAL TEST (MEDIUM VOLTAGE CABLE) TEST RECORD
CIRCUIT NUMBER: REF DWG.:
CABLE SIZE: (SQMM) (MCM)FROM: TO:
NUMBER OF CONDUCTORS: NUMBER OF SPLICES:
CABLE LENGTH MANUFACTURER:
INSULATION TYPE: THICKNESS:
JACKETMATERIAL:
WEATHER: TEMP: º C º F HUMIDITY: %DATE:
TEST EQUIPMENT USED:
NOTES:
1. The test voltage shown below shall be reached in 10 equal voltage increments.
2. After each voltage increase, the leakage current shall be allowed to stabilize during a 1 minute interval. If 1 minute intervals are insufficient to stabilize the current, the cable shall be discharged, and the test repeated with new time intervals of greater, but still equal duration
3. Record the stabilized leakage current, in microamps, at the end of each time interval.
4. Allow the voltage to remain constant at the full test voltage and record the leakage current for 5 minutes for unshielded cables and 15 minutes for shielded cables.
5. Read test equipment instruction manual prior to testing cable
6. When Project specifies the plotting of test results, attach 2ND sheet with separate plot for each phase. Note leakage current, in microamps, on “y” axis. Note step-voltage increase on “x” axis, followed by time, in minutes, for the dielectric absorption portion of the test.
7. All other phases and shields to be grounded.
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Voltage Hold Time
At Each Step:
sec Kv Kv Kv Kv Kv Kv Kv Kv Kv
∅A
∅B
∅C
Time
At Kv sec min min min min min min min min min min min min min min min
CABLE RATED VOLTAGE (kilovolts) TEST VOLTAGE (kilovolts)
Tester’s Initials Date
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ATTACHMENT 18
FORM: 65F1105
GROUNDING/EARTHING SYSTEM INSPECTION RECORD
(GRID OR LOOP-TYPE SYSTEM)
DATE: REV.: REF. DWG.:
NOTE: This Inspection Checklist shall be used for installation and checking of Main
Grounding/Earthing System.
1. Primary conductor is correct size and type in accordance with drawings.
2. Ground/earthing conductor burial depth and routing per drawings and Sections.
3. Thermal/compression connections checked (no cold joints or burn-outs).
4. Thermal/compression connection insulation checked.
5. Ground/earthing anode locations and installation per drawing.
6. Ground/earthing anode connections checked.
7. Location, type, size and insulation color of equipment taps per drawings and protected during construction.
8. System ground/earthing anode resistance-to-earth checked and recorded on
Form 65F1106, Ground/Earthing Anode Testing Test Record (Attachment 19).
9. All field Revisions recorded on as-built drawings.
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ATTACHMENT 21
FORM: 65F1108
GROUNDING CONTINUITY TEST RECORD
(NON-ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT/STRUCTURES)
DATE: REV.: REF. DWG.:
TEST EQUIPMENT
USED: WEATHER:
1.3 Equipment Tag No. Or
Structure Drawing Measured Resistance (ohms)
Initials & Date
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ATTACHMENT 23
FORM: 65F1110
PANELBOARD INSPECTION RECORD
DATE: REV.:
BUILDING: AREA/UNIT: PANEL BOARD TAG:
1. Receiving Operations/Inspection complete.
2. Check assembly for any missing parts.
3. Enclosure approved for area of installation.
4. Panelboard circuit schedule filled out.
5. Correct circuit breaker and location.
6. Neutral and phase conductors correctly color-coded.
7. Grounding/earthing installed and connected. Test Record, (Form 54F1109, Attachment 22) Ground Continuity Test Record (Electrical Equipment and Ground Test Bars), completed.
8. Check panel load balance.
9. Check color-coding of branch circuit conductors.
10. Clean out.
11. Check mounting and supports.
12. Fixtures and receptacles are correct type and installed as per drawings.
13. Fixtures and receptacles on correct circuit.
14. Nameplate, number of circuits and panelboard location per drawing.
15. Megger buses (including neutral). Record results on Form 65F1124 (Attachment 37), Insulation Resistance (Equipment) Test Record. Main disconnect and outgoing circuits should be open.
16. Final inspection complete. Punch items on Form 65F1300, Electrical Punch List Record, cleared
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ATTACHMENT 42
FORM: 65F1129
ELECTRIC MOTOR RUN-IN TEST RECORD
DATE: REV.:
MOTOR TAG NO.: TEST EQUIPMENT:
REF. DWG.:
Notes:
1. Duration of tests to comply with Subcontract Selections.
2. Complete Form 65F1127, Electric Motor – Electrical Activities Inspection Record, prior to energizing motor.
TEST REMARKS INITIALS/DATE
RESISTANCE (in ohms):
Bonding resistance measured from motor frame to Main ground/earth system tap.
VOLTAGE (in volts):
Actual voltage measured at Motor Control Center
ROTATION CHECK:
Bump motor to verify rotation. Motor shall be Uncoupled.
NO LOAD CURRENT (in aamps):
At beginning of test:
At end of test:
TEMPERATURE OF BEARING:
Check bearing for high temperature:
Before start:
15 minutes after start:
30 minutes after start:
1 hour after start:
2 hours after start:
3hours after start:
VIBRATION:
Make visual inspection during run-test.
Record any unusual vibration in remarks column.
NOISE:
Record any unusual noise in remarks column.
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