Electrical Specification

Commercial Development at Ghubra

Sultanate of Oman

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Page SECTION N 0 0.1. GENERALITIES ................................................................................................. 3 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................ 4 0.1.1. 0.1.2. 0.1.3. 0.1.4. 0.1.5. GENERAL PARTICULARS ............................................................................... 4 DESCRIPTION OF CONTRACT ....................................................................... 4 CABLES AND THEIR INSTALLATION ........................................................... 36 GENERAL LIGHTING AND POWER .............................................................. 52 LIASON WITH OTHER PARTIES ................................................................... 63

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ELECTRICAL ................................................................................................... 64 DESCRIPTION PARTICULAR SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................... 65 1.1.1. 1.1.2. 1.1.3. 1.1.4. 1.1.5. 1.1.6. 1.1.7. 1.1.8. 1.1.9. 1.1.10. 1.1.11. 1.1.12. 1.1.13. 1.1.14. 1.1.15. 1.1.16. 1.1.17. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................. 65 SCOPE OF THE WORKS ............................................................................... 65 DRAWINGS ..................................................................................................... 66 MAIN POWER SUPPLY .................................................................................. 67 POWER TRANFORMER ................................................................................. 67 11 KV OUTDOOR RING MAIN SWITCHGEAR ............................................. 71 GENERATOR SET .......................................................................................... 75 MAIN AND SUB-MAIN DISTRIBUTION BOARDS. ........................................ 86 LIGHTING ...................................................................................................... 117 GENERAL POWER ....................................................................................... 125 FIRE ALARM DETECTION SYSTEM ........................................................... 127 TELEPHONE /DATA SYSTEM ..................................................................... 129 AUTOMATIC ROAD BARRIER ..................................................................... 133 SCHEDULE OF MANUFACTURERS ........................................................... 134 SCHEDULE OF LIGHT FITTINGS ................................................................ 135 APPENDIX I COMPLIANCE WITH STANDARDS..................................... 135 APPENDIX 2 DB-SCHEDULES .................................................................. 137

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SECTION N 0 GENERALITIES

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0.1. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 0.1.1. 0.1.1.1. GENERAL PARTICULARS

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 for Electrical Installations published by the Institute of 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 relates to, the Contractor shall supply all labour 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. 0.1.2. DESCRIPTION OF CONTRACT This Contract shall cover the design of the systems and preparation of Working Drawings, including the detailed design incorporated therein, preparation of builders Work Drawings and details, co-ordination with the building and with other services, supply, delivery, positioning and fixing of all equipment and materials except where otherwise indicated, all labour for installation, supervision and inspection, specialist labour and all necessary
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instruments and attendance for testing and commissioning, provision of operating and maintenance manuals and Record Drawings, supply of spare parts and special tools, training of the employer's staff, such further requirements as are stated in this Specification and on the Contract Drawings, in accordance with the details given in this Specification and to achieve complete functioning systems fully adjusted and ready for use by the Employer. The omission of detail of any part or component within this Specification, shall not absolve the Contractor from its provision where it is indicated on the Drawings or implied by the functional requirements of the system. 0.1.2.1. ALTERNATIVE STANDARDS Where possible, all equipment shall comply with British Standards (B .S.) and Codes of Practice (C.P.). All equipment and component parts shall be to the highest quality and shall be brand new and unused. The use of B.S. or C.P. shall not preclude the use of materials or practices which are in accordance with other standards provided that such materials or practices are not inferior in any respect to those required under the relevant B.S. or C.P. In all respects the installation shall comply with all the Standard Regulations of the Sultanate of Oman, current edition, where applicable. 0.1.2.2. CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITIES The Contractor will be responsible for the correct installation of the Works as approved on the Shop Drawings, and for the proper working of the installations to the complete satisfaction of the Engineer and for all the tests called for herein or required by the Engineer. In the event that anything described in the Specification or shown on the Contract Drawings is, in the Contractor's opinion, unsuitable or inconsistent with his guarantee and responsibilities then the Contractor shall draw attention to these matters at the time of submitting his Tender. The Specification, Bills of Quantity and the Contract Drawings are to be used jointly and anything not specifically mentioned in either but necessary for the fulfillment of the guarantee and requirements called for in the Contract, or necessary for the proper operation of the installations is to be provided by the Contractor without additional cost. 0.1.2.3. MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL SERVICES PROGRAMME After the Contract is awarded, the Contractor will be required to submit to the Engineer within the agreed schedule, a detailed Programme of Work for the Mechanical, Electrical and Drainage Services, properly integrated with the Construction Programme. The Engineer shall approve the Programme of Work prior to commencement of the Works.
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All Shop Drawings and calculations shall be approved by the Consultant/Client prior to commencement of any works at site. 0.1.2.4. PREVENTION OF NOISE & VIBRATION The Works as installed shall be reasonably silent in operation and free of vibration under the conditions in which they will normally operate and no noise or vibration shall be discernable outside plant rooms or similar spaces in which equipment is located. The Contractor shall take all necessary steps to ensure that the equipment supplied by him is silent and unless particular precautions are required', shall include for such sound absorbing or anti-vibration material or devices as are necessary to ensure a satisfactory degree of silence. The Engineer's decision as to what constitutes satisfaction in this respect shall be final. 0.1.2.5. CONTRACT DRAWINGS The Contract Drawings are primarily intended to present the concept of the design, systems, equipment, runs of piping, ducts, cables, conduits, etc. Shown on the Drawings and do not necessarily indicate exact sizes and positions. The contractor is to ensure that all plant and systems offered can be accommodated in the spaces provided and are to include for taking all necessary dimensions on Site and for preparing all Working Drawings. 0.1.2.6. TECHNICAL SUBMITTALS The contractor shall submit the technical submittals as follows: a) Within 21 days after award of the contract. 1. Programme details. 2. Complete description of systems the contractor intends to propose. 3. List of makes of equipment and systems. 4. List of drawings with drawing numbers. b) Within 30 days after approval of the above: 1. Detailed calculations for selections of equipment and systems. 2. Final details of equipment and systems. 3. General arrangement drawings (scale I: I 00) with single lines including schematic details. c) Within 30 days after approval of the above. I. Final layout Shop Drawings to I: I 00 scale and plant rooms and sections to I :50 scale and fabrication drawings as detailed in the 'Working Drawing' of the specification. d) Commissioning formats prior to commissioning of the systems. e) Prior to handover of the systems to the client: I. Manufacturers 'as-built' drawings/catalogues. 2. 'Purpose made' diagrams detailing the electrical circuit layouts. 3. Builders work drawings showing all foundations, bases, plinths, holes, trenches, etc. as required and the overall sizes and weights of plan!. 4. Testing Inspection and Commissioning procedures. 5. Test Certificates.
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6. Manufacturers Type Test Certificates for all factory built assemblies. 7. Complete 'As installed' drawings and Operating and Maintenance Manuals for all the various systems covered by this Specification. Failure of the Contractor to submit shop drawings in ample time for checking shall not entitle him to an extension of Contract time, and no claim for extension by reason of such default will be allowed. The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that all components used in the Works are compatible and that all equipment is available through Oman based companies wherever possible. The Contractor shall submit 3 copies of all submittals to the Engineer for approval 0.1.2.7. WORKING DRAWINGS Prior to work proceedings the contractor shall prepare and submit for the approval of the Engineer, four copies of Working Drawings for the entire installation. The Contractor shall use the Architect's structural and other relevant drawings as a reference for the final layouts and details of all areas. The Contractor shall note that locations of all equipment, fittings and accessories indicated on the Contract Drawings are approximate. The Contractor shall co-ordinate the locations of these equipment, fittings and accessories with other services as well as with furniture layouts, final details including door positions in rooms and plant rooms. Mere reproduction of Contract Drawings to any scale will not be accepted as Working Drawings. All fabrication drawings shall be of I :20 scale, general arrangement drawing shall be of I :50 scale and plantrooms I :20 scale. Where required, general arrangement drawings to a scale of I: I 00 may be accepted by the Engineer, subject to a prior agreement. For ease of coordination with Contract Drawings and quick approval, the Contractor shall use the same legend as in the Contract Drawings. Working Drawings shall be prepared and submitted at least one month or at such other intervals as may be agreed by the Engineer in advance of the date when the Contractor requires approval in order to maintain progress. The Engineer shall give approval of these Drawings 'in principle' which will mean that they meet the requirements of the Specification in general terms. Such approval will not, however, imply that the Engineer confirms every detail or dimension, and the Contractor shall remain responsible for any discrepancies, errors, or omissions on his Drawings or other particulars provided by him. The Contractor shall obtain approval in writing from the Engineer before he proceeds with the installation or manufacture or equipment detailed on his
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Drawings. This shall be done using material approval sheets (M.A.S.) a sample of which is given in Appendix A. Any cost implication shall be noted in the submittal sheet and approval for the cost shall be obtained separately. At least one of the enclosures with the MAS shall be the original catalogue. The Contractor shall take cognizance of the environmental conditions on site and familiarise himself with access, conditions on site and existing buildings and services. It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to ensure that the cumulative noise produced by the various Engineering systems in and around the building does not exceed the limits set out elsewhere in this Specification. This shall apply to all mechanical systems, but particularly to piped and ducted systems, fans, pumps and other noise producing plant. The contractor shall ensure that all plant and equipment is easily accessible with adequate space allowed for maintenance and replacement of plant. Full standing headroom is required over all escape routes and for the maximum possible area with easy access free from obstruction given to all equipment and instruments required for normal operation. All escape routes shall have clear floor space. The Contractor shall provide the exact locations of access panels for each concealed valve, control damper, or other device requiring service. Locations of the panels shall be submitted in sufficient time to be installed in the normal course of work. 0.1.2.8. BUILDER'S WORK The Contractor shall be responsible for indicating on his Drawings and marking out on Site the extent of builder's work requirements, and for the coordination of the building work. The Contractor shall, by reference to the latest Contract Drawings, be responsible for ascertaining that any specialist works are fixed correctly in relation to the building and any special features or fittings attached to it and shall take all reasonable precautions to ensure that a good appearance is achieved to the approval of the Engineer. The Contractor shall provide, for approval by the Engineer and subsequent distribution, Working Drawings and Schedules showing details of builders work required. In the cases where preliminary builders work and structural information has already been given by the Engineer, such information shall be confirmed by the Contractor including confirmation of weight of items of equipment in 'working order', size of access ways, etc., and incorporated on the Working Drawings. In general, builders work shall be formed in the building as it proceeds and not cut out subsequently, except in so far as may be necessary due to subsequent authorised variations to the Works. The Contractor shall acquaint himself throughout the period of the Works with the detailed construction
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programme and shall prepare the Builders Work Drawings in such order and at such times as to enable them to be checked and approved and subsequently issued not less than four weeks before the actual construction is planned to take place. Where any work pierces waterproofing including waterproof concrete, the method of installation shall be approved by the Engineer before work is done. Contractor shall supply all necessary sleeves. caulking and flashing required to make opening absolutely watertight. The Contractor shall ensure that all services penetrations are correctly sealed to maintain the integrity of the zones on either side of the penetration. Fire rated structures shall be sealed to form fire barriers equal or above the fire resistance of the structure, using materials manufactured to BS 5750. Service penetrations through non fire rated structural elements shall be packed with rock wool and sealed with mastic to form a neat appearance. Refer to the other sections of this specification for particular service seating details. 0.1.2.9. FIXINGS The Contractor shall be responsible for the supply of all supports and fixings which are required for the installations. All equipment shall be securely attached to the building structure in an approved manner. Attachments shall be of a strong and durable nature and any attachments that are, in the opinion of the Engineer, not strong enough shall be replaced as directed. Details of all fixings and supports shall be fully co-ordinated with the Architect and Structural Engineer. Supports to be secured to concrete or blockwork shall be fixed by means of rawl plugs, redheads or similar approved fixings. Where cables, conduits, pipes etc., are to be sccured to structural steelwork, purpose-made clips or hangers shall be used so as to avoid as far as possible the drilling of structural steelwork. Where the use of such clips is impracticable the permission of the Engineer must first be obtained before any drilling or welding of structural steelwork is commenced. Such drilling or welding shall be executed by the Contractor. 0.1.2.10. EQUIPMENT & MATERIAL All materials supplied under this Contract shall be the best of their respective kinds and to the approval of the Engineer. All materials and systems must comply with appropriate requirements e.g. B.S., c.P., etc., and Regulations of the Ministry of Housing, Electricity & Water (MHEW), Oman Telecommunications Company (Omantel) and the Sultanate Of Oman Statutory Authorities.
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The Contractor shall propose the specified material and equipment. Where more than one manufacturer or model is specified, the first manufacturer and model shall have preference. No substitution of specified materials or equipment will be permitted except with the approval in writing of the Engineer. The Engineer shall have the right to reject alternative proposals without assigning any reasons. The Engineer has the right to order the removal of any equipment or materials which he has not approved at the Contractor's expense. 0.1.2.11. STANDARD OF WORK The quality of workmanship and the material used in this Contract shall be based on the best current practice and in accordance with: a) Omani Standards / Regulations. b) British Standards & British EN Standards. c) British Standard Codes of Practice. d) Local Authority By-Laws and Building Requlations. e) CIBSE Current Codes of Practice. f) CIBSE Commissioning Codes. g) All Enforcing Authority Requirements. h) lEE Regulations for Electrical Installations (15th Edition) i) LPC Rules and Regulations latest Revisions for sprinkler protection. j) Regulations under the Factories Acts k) Regulations under the Electricity Acts I) The Health and Safety at Work Act m) Any special regulations issued by the Local Electricity Or Water undertakings. n) The Control of Pollution Act The Tender shall be based on the regulations current on the date for return of tenders. If these regulations are amended or new regulations enacted after that date the Engineer shall be informed immediately. All materials and apparatus required for the work except as specified otherwise, shall be new, of first class quality from reputable manufacturers and shall be furnished, delivered, erected, connected and finished in every detail and shall be so selected and arranged as to fit properly into the building spaces. Where no specific kind or quality of material is given, a first class standard article as approved by the Engineer shall be provided. Unless otherwise specifically indicated on the Drawings or Specification, all equipment and materials shall be installed with the of the Engineer in accordance with the recommendations manufacturer. This includes the performance of such tests manufacturer recommends. in this approval of the as the

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0.1.2.12. BACTERIAL FREE MATERIALS The Contractor shall ensure that all materials and equipment installed are of a type that will not support bacteria. No acoustic insulation or sound deadening material shall be used which incorporates animal hair in any form whatsoever. 0.1.2.13. SAMPLES The Contractor shall provide free of charge, without delay and to the extent required by the Engineer such samples of materials and workmanship for approval as may be required by the Engineer. If Samples submitted by the Contractor do not, in the opinion of the Engineer, satisfy the terms of the Specification, and the Contractor is unable to provide an acceptable sample, then the Engineer reserves the right to direct the Contractor to obtain the sample, from a specific source. This direction will not prejudice the right of the Engineer to reject the sample or any equipment or materials subsequently provided should they fail to be on the same standards as the accepted sample. 0.1.2.14. EQUIPMENT DUTIES & RATINGS Selection of equipment shall be based upon the final design calculations. The Contractor shall check with the manufacturers that all equipment meets the duties and ratings, etc. proposed by him. The Contractor shall be required to demonstrate on Site that the duties and ratings, etc., of the equipment are obtainable. 0.1.2.15. PROTECTION GUARDS Where exposed, all moving parts of machinery shall be protected by strong totally enclosed sheet steel or wire mesh steel guards to give complete protection to the approval of the Engineer. All live parts of electrical equipment shall be adequately protected to the approval of the Engineer. Wherever possible, all protective guards shall be supplied by the equipment manufacturer and must be arranged for easy removal. Provision shall be made through all guards for access to drive shafts to enable shaft speeds to be measured. 0.1.2.16. INSPECTION AT MANUFACTURER'S WORKS The Contractor shall be responsible for inspecting selected items of equipment and materials at the manufacturer's works and for satisfying himself as to their suitability for the use to which they may be put. The Contractor shall also include for the inspection and witnessing of works tests to be carried out by the Engineer on selected items of equipment as detailed in the Specification.

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0.1.2.17. MANUFACTURER'S CHECKING & COMMISSIONING The Contractor shall include for the initial servicing, checking over, testing and commissioning of certain items and systems as detailed in the Specification by the respective manufacturer/specialist supplier. The Contractor shall make it clear to the manufacturer/ specialist supplier that they will be required to carry out such work by their own specialist Engineers on Site. Test certificates shall be issued by the Manufacturer (five copies) after satisfactory completion of these works and these shall be handed to the Engineer for approval. 0.1.2.18. GUARANTEES The Contractor, in submitting a particular piece of equipment whether specified or approved as an alternative, shall be deemed to guarantee its satisfactory performance under all working conditions which may be encountered. The Contractor shall ensure that spares and after sales service facilities will be available in Oman for all materials and equipment offered. When so requested by the Engineer, the Contractor shall obtain letters from the local agents for the materials and equipment offered guaranteeing that such spare parts and after sales service will be available and remain available in Oman for the foreseeable future. 0.1.2.19. ACCESS TO INSTALLED WORKS All the services installations shall, where applicable be installed in accessible positions to facilitate operation, maintenance and replacement. Where pipework, fittings, valves, ductwork, cables, etc., are covered up (e.g. above suspended ceilings or in ducts, voids, etc.) the Contractor shall ensure that removable access panels, to the approval of the Engineer, are provided to allow free access. The Contractor shall provide Working Drawings showing positions of all access panels required to enable Works to be inspected and serviced. 0.1.2.20. INSPECTION OF CONCEALED WORKS In respect of all encased works (i.e. above suspended ceilings, under screeds or in ducts, voids, etc.) the Contractor shall notifY the Engineer that the Works are ready for inspection before enclosure takes place, and shall be responsible for keeping the Works accessible until inspection and testing has been completed by the Engineer. 0.1.2.21. PACKING, STORAGE & PROTECTION a) All plant, equipment, apparatus, materials and parts shall be delivered to the Site in a new condition and properly packed and protected against damage due to handling or adverse weather or other circumstances and so
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far as practicable shall be kept in the original packing cases under protective coverings after inspection, until required for use. b) Any items suffering damage in transit or on Site shall be rejected and replaced without extra cost to the Contract. c) The Contractor shall suitably protect, encase, cover over, etc, as may be appropriate, all plant and equipment, instruments, pipework, insulation, etc., installed by him against damage due to building operations or adverse weather or other causes up to the Date of Completion and shall make good any damage and hand over the entire installation in a new and undamaged condition. d) All electrical, electronic and other equipment subject to deterioration in high temperatures and/ or humidity shall be stored in air conditioned spaces to the approval of the Engineer. e) During the progress of the Works all open ends of pipes, ducts, conduits etc. Shall be suitably capped to prevent the ingress of foreign matter paper or cloth covers or inserts will not be allowed. 0.1.2.22. ORDERING Immediately on the approval of the proposals from the Engineer, the Contractor shall obtain confirmation of all particulars and details necessary for the placing of orders. The Contractor shall on request provide to the Engineer, copies of orders as placed, together with approximate cost thereof. In placing such orders it shall be the Contractor's responsibility to ensure that his suppliers are cognisant of, and work strictly to, the requirements of the Contract. 0.1.2.23. PAINTING & POLISHING All unpolished, bright and machined parts, chromium plated iron or steel shall have a protective covering applied by the manufacturer at his works before despatch, and the Contractor shall maintain this preservative until the Works are finally painted or put into use. The protective covering shall be fonned with self-adhesive plastic wrapped around the component and/or alternatively shall have a coat of an approved type of protective paint. The Contractor shall remove all protective wrapping or protective paint before the Works are commissioned, and clean up and reinstate to their original finish before despatch from the manufacturer's works. All exposed metal surfaces, (i.e. pipework, fittings, supports etc.,) inside buildings, except chromium plated and stainless steel pipework and fittings, shall be primed and painted with one undercoat and two finishing coats of gloss paint to an approved colour. All pipework, fittings, supports, cable trays, etc., exposed outside buildings or in damp situations shall be primed and painted with two undercoats and two
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finishing coats of gloss paint to an approved colour. Immediately after erection, all pipework, fittings, supports, cable trays, etc., shall be painted with one coat of an approved rust preventative paint. All steel pipework and other steel equipment required to be painted shall be thoroughly wire brushed to remove all rust before the first coat of primer is applied. All primers and paints used in the Works shall be approved by the Engineer before ordering. The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions to prevent deterioration of materials delivered unpainted, in works primer or final finish for the duration of the Contract. The Contractor will be held responsible for making good any damage to materials delivered with works primer or final finishes, to the satisfaction of the In the absence of specific requirements for materials, plant or elsewhere, painting shall be as follows: Paint Types Code 4 Type
A B C D E F G H I J Zink Chromate Primer. Heat Resisting Primer. Aluminium Undercoat. Universal Undercoat. Gloss. Aluminium. Metal Primer. Calcium Plumbate Primer. Epoxy Resin Oil Proof. Matt Black.

Application Surface
Exposed ductwork sound attenuators and all galvanised items of equipment. All Ferrous brackets, supports and equipment concealed. All ferrous brackets, supports and equipment exposed to view (Decorative) All non-ferrous pipework, supports and brackets exposed to view Internal surfaces of ductwork immediately behind grilles

First Coat
H

Second Coat
D

Third Coat
E

Fourth Coat
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Colours of all finishing coats shall be in accordance with B.S. 1710, unless otherwise instructed by the Engineer. The Contractor shall ensure that the plant and equipment supplied and painted in accordance with the foregoing is compatible with finishing coats specified by the Engineer. All insulated surfaces shall be painted with one undercoat and one finiShing coat of primer and gloss paint to an approved colour. 0.1.2.24. IDENTIFICATION LABELS & NAME PLATES The Contractor shall supply and fix on all equipment, identification labels of the 'traffolyte' type made from rigid plastic, with white background and black infill lettering in Arabic and English. Each label shall have all relevant information required, wording to be agreed with the Engineer. All valves shall be fitted with a label which shall correspond to a schedule giving number reference, size, type, make and figure number. Labels shall be fixed to valve spindle or some convenient point using key rings or some other suitable method to be agreed. The labels shall be cross referenced to the "As Built" Drawings. Each item of equipment shall be provided with the manufacturer's nameplate, giving the name and address of the manufacturer, type and model numbers, rated duty of equipment, date of manufacturer, and all other relevant data appertaining thereto, to facilitate ordering of spares. All name plates shall be free of paint and easily readable. 0.1.2.25. OILS, GREASES, ETC The Contractor shall be responsible for lubricating all plant and equ ipment covered by this Specification prior to running the plant for any reason whatsoever. Lubrication shall be in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and recommended lubricants. The Contractor shall further lubricate all plant and equipment immediately prior to handover, The Contractor shall also provide, in sealed containers, sufficient oils and greases of approved manufacture, to permit the satisfactory and proper running of the services installations during the Period of Maintenance. 0.1.2.26. OPERATING & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION MANUALS The Contractor shall provide, prior to the date for Contract Completion, five bound sets of approved Operating and Maintenance Instruction Manuals for the Contract Works and all equipment supplied under the Contract. The Operating and Maintenance
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Instruction Manuals shall contain all the manufacturer's workshop manuals, operating and maintenance instructions, parts I ists, suppliers addresses and telex/fax numbers, and detailed Drawings of all equipment supplied under the Contract. The detailed Drawings do not require to be specially prepared and can comprise copies of the manufacturer's working Drawings with suitable titles and reference numbers added. The exact scope and details of the operating instructions shall be agreed with the Engineer. All equipment mentioned should cross reference with the As Build Drawings. Manuals to be submitted for approval before final production. 0.1.2.27. AS BUlLT DRAWINGS The Contractor shall retain in his Site office a complete set of working drawings which shall be kept fully up to date showing all modifications and amendments which have been carried out during the installation of the Mechanical and Electrical Works. These drawings shall be available at all times for inspection by the Engineer. These drawings shall form the basis of the As Built Drawings and shall be submitted along with the drawings. Conditions for Engineer's approval of the As Built Drawings will be the same as in Clause 1.1.9. During the execution and prior to completion of the Works, the Contractor shall provide 'as installed' Record Drawings of the Works, showing the positions of duct runs, pipe runs, valves, equipment, automatic controls, etc., for the mechanical services; cable routes, switchgear, distribution boards, switches, socket outlets, lighting points, auxiliary equipment, etc., for the electrical services; and drain runs, manholes, septic tanks and soakaways etc., for the Drainage Services. The Drawings shall also indicate the position of all access panels for encased works. Record Drawings shall include, but not be limited to, the following: General arrangement layouts (plans & sections) 1:50 scale Pipework, ductwork, conduit & equipment layouts 1:50 Schematics To suit Plantroom layouts 1:20 Site plan & external works 1:200 All As Built Drawings shall be prepared on sheets of sizes agreed with the Engineer. Title blocks shall be agreed with the Engineer. All As Built Drawings shall be noted "AS BUlLT ORA WING" in the bottom right-hand comer of the sheet. All notes on these Drawings shall be stencilled. Mere reproduction of Contract Drawings or Working Drawings will not be accepted as As Built Drawings. As Built Drawings shall be submitted for approval of the Engineer in two complete sets of paper prints. On receipt of approval, the Contractor shall
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supply to the Engineer, one set of soft copies on CD and five sets of paper prints. Each set of drawings shall be properly bound and presented in manuals in a manner acceptable to the Engineer. The Engineer may refuse to issue a "Certificate of Completion" should the As Built Drawings, Manuals, etc. not be available. This shall not prejudice the client's right to beneficial use of the plant. The maintenance period shall only commence when the "Certificate of Completion" is issued. 0.1.2.28. TESTING & COMMISSIONING It shall be the responsibility ofthe Contractor to ensure that the completed installations operate in conformity with the requirements of this Specification (or such modified requirements as may be agreed in writing with the Engineer). The Contractor shall carry out all necessary commissioning procedures and upon completion, shall certify in writing to the Engineer that these procedures have been carried out. All Testing and Commissioning shall be completed prior to the issue of the Certificate of Completion. The procedure for Testing and Commissioning in accordance with Clause 1.1.34 shall be agreed with the Engineer. The Contractor shall similarly agree with the Engineer the precise method of carrying out the demonstrations and tests called for in Clause 1.1.33 (c) to (h) inclusive, and shall, when he has satisfied himself that the installations comply with the requirements of the Contract, give the Engineer adequate notice that he is ready to perform the demonstrations and tests. The Contractor shall provide all facilities for the Engineer to witness and check all such tests. The Contractor shall, at his expense, provide all necessary skilled and unskilled labour, and necessary instruments for carrying out the Testing and Commissioning. The Contractor shall make complete records of the tests as carried out and when the tests have been successfully completed to the Engineer's satisfaction he shall provide to the Engineer test records and reports for inclusion in the Operating and Maintenance Instruction Manuals. The Contractor shall allow for the need to return for the purpose of testing, regulation, adjustment, etc., to portions of the building which may be completed and in possession of the client and shall liaise with the Engineer and take all necessary precautions against damage when working in such areas. Throughout the Contract, the Contractor shall keep the Engineer informed of any tests, inspections or the like which are due. This shall be done using a
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"Request for Inspection" (R.F.I.) form, a sample of which is shown on Appendix B. 48 hours minimum notice shall be given for any R.F.1. 0.1.2.29. DEFINITIONS a) Testing & Commissioning For the purpose of the Contract, the term 'Testing and Commissioning', shall be deemed to include all operations required in order to correctly set the plant to work, and regulate and adjust it to the specified design (or modified design) requirements. It also includes performance tests as necessary in order to verify and demonstrate satisfactory completion of the commissioning process. Commissioning shall further include the full documentation of all comm. records which shall form an integral part of the Operating and Maintenance Instruction Manuals called for in Clause 1.1.27 hereof. b) Performance Evaluation If, upon the satisfactory completion of the commissioning process, the installations are not achieving the design intent, the Engineer shall then decide what, if any, further tests shall be made by the Contractor in order to evaluate the performance of the commissioned installation. Where these performance evaluation tests show that failure to achieve design performance is due to non-compliance with the design intent on the part of the Contractor, the Contractor shall, when called upon to do so, carry out at his own expense, remedial measures andlor adjustments to the complete satisfaction of the Engineer. The decision of the Engineer as to what constitutes satisfactory completion of the Commissioning process and compliance with the design intent shall be final. 0.1.2.30. PROGRAMME FOR TESTING & COMMISSIONING The Contractor will be required to submit and agree with the E15 Programme of Work for Testing and Commissioning, properly integrated with the Construction Programme and the Completion of the Works. Immediately prior to hand-over the Contractor shall carry out jointly with the Engineer a final inspection of the fully commissioned installation. All commissioning records shall be available at this inspection. 0.1.2.31. PERSONNEL Testing and Commissioning shall be carried out by the Contractor who shall employ a team of experienced operators under the direction of an Engineer qualified by an approved Professional Institution or Body and approved by the Engineer. Alternatively, an Engineer who has sufficient experience in similar projects and approved by the Engineer shall direct the operators.

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The Contractor shall include for the attendance at Site of representatives of suppliers or manufacturers who will be required to be present throughout the Testing and Commissioning period and also as necessary in order to meet the requirements of Clause 1. 1.18 hereof. Where the Engineer has his own 'Commissioning Engineer' he shall be given access to the Site as an independent observer. This shall in no way relieve the Contractor of his responsibilities for providing all commissioning personnel and for Testing and Commissioning in accordance with the requirements ofthis Specification. 0.1.2.32. TESTING & COMMISSIONING PROCEDURE Subject to the technical requirements stated in Sections 2, 3 and 4 of the Specification, the Testing and Commissioning Procedure shall be as follows: NOTE: In sub-clauses (a) to (I) inclusive of this Clause, the term 'the installations' shall be read to include the complete installations or an)' f them which it may be read to include the complete installation or any part of them which it may be required to test, commission, operate, etc. As separate entities. a. As soon as practicable after the completion of the installations the Contractor shall give 7 days notice to the Engineer that he wishes to operate them. The Contractor shall, prior to operation of the systems, clean out all plant spaces, builders work ducts, sumps, subways and the like, remove all rubbish and generally leave them and the access ways to them in a tidy and finished state. b. The Contractor shall also thoroughly clean and blowout all airways, casings, switchboards, panels, cabinets and other items of equipment, flush all pipework systems and vessels and generally prepare the installation for operation. Pipework systems shall be fitted with large bore fill and drain connections to facilitate th is operation. e. The Contractor shall provide water, fuel , electricity, etc., as appropriate, and where necessary shall arrange with other concerned parties for testing to be carried out jointly. d. The Contractor shall then commISSIOn the installations and shall generally satisfy himself that they are operating according to the intent and meaning of the Contract. He shall set all controls and regulating devices, measure and adjust temperatures, speeds, water quantities, air volumes, duties and ratings of every sort. e. The installations having been in use for a reasonable time to allow for the observation of results and subsequent adjustment, if required, the Contractor shall then, by a repetition of the relevant parts of the procedure of the aforementioned sub-clause (d), demonstrate to the satisfaction of the
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Engineer that the installations which have been set to work, comply in all respects with the requirements of the Contract. f. If it is not possible at the time of the demonstration (e), to operate the installations under full load conditions (or such reasonable approximation of such conditions as may be acceptable to the Engineer) the Contractor shall repeat the requisite portions of the demonstration under full load conditions at such time(s) as it may be possible to do so. g. In cases where the installations are commissioned and tested Building by Building, tile Contractor shall repeat the foregoing procedure (a) to (e) for each Building. h. The Contractor shall finally demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Engineer that all portions of the installations already demonstrated separately are capable of simultaneous operation in accordance with the requirements of the Contract. i. The Contractor shall be responsible for arranging the provision and all costs associated thereto, of all tackle, ladders and trestles necessary to reach giant, equipment and accessories for the purposes of inspection, test, regulation and commissioning and shall arrange for any access panels to concealed plant, equipment and accessories to be removed for the aforesaid purposes and thereafter replaced. 0.1.2.33. COMMISSIONING RECORDS The Contractor shall provide the Engineer with 8 copies of detai led final acceptance record sheets, five copies of which include test certificates (see Clause 1.1.18) showing the results of all construction tests, regulation procedures and performance tests properly related to the specified requirements. These shall be incorporated in the Operating and Maintenance Instruction Manuals. 0.1.2.34. CONSTRUCTION TESTS All items of plant and equipment provided under this Contract shall be fully capable of withstanding the temperatures and pressures under which they are required to operate, and shall be works tested in accordance with the relevant B.S. In addition to the works tests of all items of plant and equipment, Site testing shall be carried out in the presence of and to the complete satisfaction of the Engineer. To facilitate progress, these tests shall be made in sections as the work proceeds, but a final test of each installation shall be carried out on completion. 0.1.2.35. CLEANING PIPEWORK SYSTEMS The Contractor shall employ the services of an Internationally recognised specialist with local representation for the cleaning operations prior to comj11issioning. The Contractor shall submit for approval of the Engineer full
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details of the specialist, projects completed and detailed proposals of water treatment. The detailed proposals shall include but not be limited to the following: a) Water analysis for all systems. b) Detailed scope of works. c) Type of treatment. The approval of the foregoing shall not release the Contractor of his responsibility for any detrimental effect of solvents used. The cleansing operations shall include where applicable (but not limited to) the following: a) Repeated flushing. b) Degreasing. c) Acid cleaning. d) Sterilisation. e) Corrosion control. f) Scale control. 0.1.2.36. PRELIMINARY CHECKS The Contractor shall ensure that all equipment included under this contract is thoroughly cleaned, lubricated and checked for serviceability immediately before setting to work. Particular attention is drawn to the removal of building debris from the air systems, motors, fan bearings and pipework systems. Special attention is drawn to the necessity for thoroughly flushing-out all pipework systems, to ensure that all foreign matter is removed. Any items of equipment which might be liable to damage from dirt or unregulated fluid flow, temperature or pressure, shall be isolated or by-passed before start- up. All safety devices shall be inspected and where practicable checked for serviceability before the working fluid or electricity is applied to the system. 0.1.2.37. SETTING TO WORK & REGULATION The Contractor shall satisfY himself that the internal cleanliness and general condition of the systems are satisfactory before they are set to work. He shall also arrange as necessary for temporary protection of anything within the spaces served by the systems, which could be damaged by the discharge of dust or leakage of fluid or other cause. Setting to Work and Regulation of all systems shall then be carried out in accordance with the previously agreed procedure. This shall include (not by way of limitation), testing and balancing of all air and water systems to achieve correct fluid pressures and flow rates, including setting and adjusting dampers, valves and other regulating devices of all control systems. The procedures for Setting to Work and Regulation shall in any event include but not be limited to the following: a) Water Systems Regulation adjustment and measurement of fluid flow rates and pressures.
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b) Air Conditioning Systems Air Conditioning Systems to be commissioned in accordance with the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers, United Kingdom, Commissioning Code Series' A' Air Distribution. In addition to the checks called for in the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers Commissioning Code Series "A", all filters, airways, cooler batteries, fan coil units and air conditioning/handling units shall be finally checked for cleanliness immediately before the systems are offered for acceptance. c) Instruments & Gauges All instruments and other indicating or measuring devices shall be checked for scale, range and accuracy of reading. d) Control Panels & Electrical Equipment All associated electrical equipmcnt control panels and other apparatus shall bc checked for satisfactory operation including a thorough check of all switching, control and indicating circuits and motor-starting. 0.1.2.38. PERFORMANCE TESTS Before offering the installations to the Engineer for acceptance the Contractor shall satisfy himself that the systems are achieving the design intent by carrying out such Performance Tests as he may deem necessary. Certain tests will be required to be repeated for the Engineer when he carries out his Acceptance Checks of the fully commissioned installation. The precise scope of these tests shall be agreed between the Contractor and the Engineer. The Contractor must provide all necessary test instruments, measuring points, adaptors and equipment required for carrying out Perfonnance Tests.

In the event of the plant or any section or sections of the installations not passing the prescribed tests, the Contractor shall remedy all faults and the plant, section or sections, shall be re-tested to the satisfaction of the Engineer. The entire installations and tests must satisfY the requirements of MHEW, Omante! And all interested Statutory Authorities of the Sultanate Of Oman and the Contractor shall include for all safety devices, etc., required by such Authorities. The Contractor shall allow for any fees incurred by these requirements. Performance Testing shall be deemed to include any tests which are requested by the Engineer to prove compliance with the Specification and in
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particular, that the materials used throughout comply with the requirements of MHEW, Omantel and the Statutory Authorities of the Sultanate Of Oman. 0.1.2.39. RESULTS OF TESTS If the test results show that the plant and equipment is not installed andlor function ing in a satisfactory manner, the Engineer shall decide whether this is due to incorrect or faulty work by the Contractor or his supplier; and if this is the case, the Contractor shall, when called upon, carry out at his own expense, remedial measures and / or adjustments as may be required to the complete satisfaction of the Engineer. 0.1.2.40. ACCEPTANCE CHECKS When the Contractor has completed the commissioning process he will be required to demonstrate to the Engineer the systems operate in conformity with the design intent. The Contractor shall give the Engineer at least seven days notice in writing when requesting Acceptance Checks for any portion of the Works. When making his application the Contractor must certify that the agreed commissioning procedures and Performance Tests have been carried out. The application must also be accompanied by a complete set of records which shall include all plant settings, fluid flow rates, temperatures, pressures, noise levels as adjusted by the Contractor, related to the respective design values. The Engineer reserves the right to refuse any application which is not accompanied by this information. The precise nature, methods of measurement and presentation of commissioning record information shall be the subject of prior written agreement between the Contractor and the Engineer. The final performance of the air conditioning systems shall be demonstrated under normal winter and summer weather conditions and with the building in normal occupation. The Contractor shall allow for returning to Site as required by the Engineer in order to comply with this requirement. The Contractor shall demonstrate to the Engineer the satisfactory operation of all systems. This shall include (not by way of limitation) all automatic control systems, safety indication, and warning devices. He shall also demonstrate that adequate access for inspection and maintenance has been provided. When all Performance Tests and Acceptance Checks have been completed by the Contractor and approved by the Engineer, the commissioning record infonmation shall be updated as necessary, and such records shall fonm part of the Operating and Maintenance Instruction Manuals, called for in Clause 1.1.28 hereof.
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0.1.2.41. ATTENDANCE ON ENGINEER DURING ACCEPTANCE CHECKS The Contractor must have staff available (including representatives of specialist suppliers) to operate and adjust the systems as required by the Engineer, while Acceptance Checks and Perfonmance Tests are in progress. This attendance must include a representative of the Contractors technical staff who is fully conversant with the installations and the Testing and Commissioning Procedures. The period during which such staff must be available shall include that required for any preliminary operation of the plant in preparation for the checks and tests to be carried out by the Engineer. 0.1.2.42. TEST CERTIFICATES The Contractor shall include for the provision of five copies of Test Certificates for all items of plant and equipment whatsoever supplied under the Contract and all Site tests carried out. One copy of each Test Certificate shall be bound into all copies of the operating and maintenance instruction manual (See chapter 1.1.28 hereof). All fees in connection with these inspections and tests shall be paid by the Contractor for any plant or equipment supplied by him. 0.1.2.43. FUEL The Contractor shall provide all fuel necessary for all tests (including water, electricity and oil) as detailed in Clause 1.1.34 hereof. 0.1.2.44. PERIOD OF MAINTENANCE The Contractor shall service, maintain and provide all necessary parts and labour for the entire installation for a period of one year from the date of handover. The Contractor shall be required at anytime during the one year Period of Maintenance to attend to any defect in the Mechanical (including Drainage) and Electrical Services within a period of 24 hours of being requested to do so by the Engineer and to rectify the defect as soon as possible. The cost of this should be included in the Contract. If any item of the Contractor's supply and installation is discovered during the maintenance period to be short supplied or not in working order, the Contractor shall make good the situation at no additional cost to the Contract. A maintenance contractor will be appointed after the year's maintenance period is over. 0.1.2.45. TOOLS & SPARES The Contractor shall provide all tools and spare parts as recommended by the various manufacturers. Spares shall be provided for two years operation. The Contractor shall deliver such spares to the Engineer on completion of the Contract, together with all necessary technical information to enable the
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ordering of further spare parts or items of equipment. All items of equipment, components and spares shall match those ultimately provided and installed under this Contract and shall be ordered and delivered to Site at the same time as the equipment they are for. Where alternative equipment to that specified is accepted all equipment components and spares shall be provided in accordance with the respective manufacturer's approved schedules. 0.1.2.46. 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 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. 0.1.2.47. Interference and Erroneous Locations

The Contractor shall verify on Site all data and final locations of work done under other Sections of the Specifications, required for arranging the 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. 0.1.2.48. 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.

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0.1.2.49.

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 cost as instructed by the Engineer. 0.1.2.50. 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 Contractor's 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 Engineer's approval 0.1.2.51. 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 Engineer's 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 Engineer's 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.

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The Contractor shall be required to assist the OMANTEL installers with respect to identifying conduit/ tray locations on site and providing drawings of the installed wireway for their use. 0.1.2.52. 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. 0.1.2.53. 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 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 circuit-breakers 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 truking, labels, cable boxes and glands shall be included. The framing shall be painted with two coats of aluminium 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
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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. 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 minimise 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 switchrooms and plantrooms, 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.
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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 300mm2 and 150mm'- copper respectively. The Contractor shall give the Engineer not less than 28 days notice of dispatch of cubicle switchboards from the manufacturer's works. 0.1.2.54. Fuse-Switch Units and On-Load Switches

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.
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All switches shall give visible ON/OFF position indicators and shall be lockable in both these positions. 0.1.2.55. 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 of all fuse links shall be provided when 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. 0.1.2.56. Circuit Breakers

Air Circuit Breakers: 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 down stream, the operator shall keep shunt trip coil 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.
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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 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.

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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 necessary documents shall be provided such that the fault MCCB is enhanced to the above said rating with Cascading Vendor to provide corresponding supporting documents Manufacturer. considered, level of the techniques. from the

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 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
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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: The RCBO shall have residual current sensitivity of 30ma & comply to international standards BS EN 61009/IEC 61009. The RCBOs 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). 0.1.2.57. 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 galvanised sheet steel rigid welded construction and shall be supplied complete with panel door, phase barriers,
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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. 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.
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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 circuit-breakers 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. 0.1.2.58. 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 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 50'C, 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
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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. 0.1.3. 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 be submitted to the Engineer prior to commencement of installation. Neutral conductors shall be full size throughout. 0.1.3.1. 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 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.

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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 galvanised 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. 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. 0.1.3.2. 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.

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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 galvanised sockets for multicore cables. 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 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 galvanised.

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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 armoured cables shall be covered with a single wire layer of galvanised steel wire. Multicore cables up to l6mm2 shall be PVC insulated. Cables above 16mm 2 shall be XLPE insulated. All outdoor cables shall be Steel Wire Armoured 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 2.5mm2 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 fuses-switches. 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. 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 Engineer's prior

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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 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 fire conditions. Specification for armoured cables for electricity supply having thermosetting insulation with low emission of smoke and corrosive gases when affected by fire. PVC insulation and sheath of electric cables. Specification for thermosetting insulated cables with limited circuit integrity when affected by fire. Specification for insulating and sheathing materials for cables.

xBS 6724 BS6746 C BS 7629 BS7655

0.1.3.3.

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
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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. 0.1.3.4. 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 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.

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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 non-corroding 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. 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.

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0.1.3.5.

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. 0.1.3.6. 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 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.
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0.1.3.7.

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 non-ferrous 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 right-angle 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. 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.

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The ends of all conduits shall be reamed to remove all burrs or sharp; edges after the screw threads have been cut. All dirt, paint or oil on the screwed threads of the conduit, sockets and accessories must be removed prior to erection. All conduits shall be swabbed through prior to installation of cables. The ends of conduits shall butt solidly in all couplings. Where they terminate in fuse-switches, distribution boards, adaptable boxes, non-spouted switch boxes, they shall be connected thereto by means of smooth bore male brass bushes, compression washers and sockets. All exposed threads, bends and any damage to the galvanising shall. be painted immediately after erection with a zinc rich cold galvanising paint. All conduit and accessories, after being installed, shall be examined and all parts where the surface has been chipped or scratched shall be painted. The method of installing PVC conduit and fittings shall conform strictly to the manufacturers recommendations. In general the Clauses dealing with steel conduit shall apply. 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. galvanised draw wires shall be provided where conduits are not to be wired on completion or are to be wired by others.
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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 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 galvanised 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 whi1st 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.
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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. 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 galvanised conduit systems shall
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be made watertight using lead, aluminium 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. 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. 0.1.3.8. Cable Trunking

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. Manufacturer's 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, non-metallic 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.

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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 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.
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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 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. 0.1.3.9. Cable Tray

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 weIding had been employed in fabrication and also on galvanised tray, a zinc rich paint shall be used for this treatment.

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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 hot-dipped 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

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 galvanised 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 non-corrodible 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.

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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. 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. 0.1.4. 0.1.4.1. GENERAL LIGHTING AND POWER

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,carparking area,plant rooms,pump rooms shall be of heavy duty metal clad industrial and weather proof IP56 Type switch/Socket Outlets.

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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. 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 galvanised cast iron boxes which shall be employed in such locations. In plant rooms and similar areas the switch sockets shall be industrial pattern galvanised 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 galvanised 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. The
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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. 0.1.4.2. 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 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. 0.1.4.3. 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 galvanised 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.

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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 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.

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0.1.4.4.

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. 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 manufacturer's 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.
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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. 0.1.4.5. Lamps

All incandescent lamps, discharge lamps and fluorescent tubes shall conform to 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. 0.1.4.6. 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 over-ride switch. Switches shall have 20,000 switching cycles guaranteed life. 0.1.4.7. Safety Isolating Transforniers

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.

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0.1.4.8.

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. 0.1.4.9. Mechanical Engineering Services Equipment

All motors, fans, water heaters, thermostats, pump, chiller plant, kitchen 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. 0.1.4.10. 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.
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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. 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
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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. 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.

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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. 0.1.4.11. 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 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. 0.1.4.12. 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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0.1.4.13.

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 Fire alarm detectors mounted. Telephone outlets (Wall type) Distribution Boards MOUNTING HEIGHT (mm) 1350 450 1000 250 above work surface 1350 2200 Ceiling mounted 450 1800mm to Top approx. dependant on height of false ceiling. 1000 450 1900 -2200mm 1900

Isolators Flex-outlet plates (General) Bracket lighting points (General) Timer switches

Note: Mounting arrangements of various switching accessories for Fron of House area shall be as per the latest ID details.

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LIASON WITH OTHER PARTIES

a) Omantel 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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SECTION N 1 ELECTRICAL

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1.1. DESCRIPTION PARTICULAR SPECIFICATIONS 1.1.1. INTRODUCTION

This section of the Specification covers the provision, installation, connecting up, setting to work, testing and commissioning of the Electrical Engineering Services associated with this project. This section shall be read in conjunction with the associated sections of the Specification and the drawings listed hereunder. The whole of the installation shall be in accordance with BS7671 (the 17th edition of the Regulations for Electrical Installations issued by the Institution of Electrical Engineers), together with the Wiring Regulations and Approved Code of Practice issued by OMAN Electricity & Water Authority (MHEW/OES). In cases of contradiction the regulations of MHEW/OES shall prevail. It shall be the Contractors responsibility to ascertain any such requirements, to make due allowance for co-ordination with all local Municipality and supply authorities and obtain all relevant approval. In no case shall the requirements of the BS7671 be reduced. All equipment shall be suitable for use in the following environmental conditions: (a) Temperature up to 50C (b) Humidity up to 100% RH. The electrical system is 415V, 3 phase, 50 Hz, TN-S 1.1.2. SCOPE OF THE WORKS

The works include the complete provision and installation, testing and commissioning of the following to the entire satisfaction of the Engineer, complete and functional, including training Employers representative. 1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.11kV Tapping arrangements and cabling from Primary S/S to project site secondary S/S 11/.433kV Substation. Generator set. Main L.V. Boards and Secondary Distribution Boards. Power Supply Distribution and Installation, to all Electrically working Equipments Lighting. General Power. Fire Detection and Alarm System
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Telephone/Data system installation.

10.- Earthing for the General system. 11.- Earthing for the ELV system. 12.- Necessary cable containment installations,G.I tray,trunking,conduits with 40% Extra free space including all necessary accessories and builders works for all LV And ELV systems. 13.- Liaison with local authority like MEDC, Omantel and ROP Etc, and obtaining final approval prior to Electrical installations shall be considered within the contractors scope. Contractor to provide all facility to assist and coordinate with the main Contractor and the entire specialist sub contractors at site during construction.

1.1.3. DRAWINGS
The following drawing shall be read in conjunction with this specification
Note: Drawings listed are concept only, contractor shall prepare a detailed shop drawings based on the actual equipments requirements, applicable international standards in line with the local authority requirements and specification.
LIST OF DRAWINGS (ELECTRICAL) 01 CDGH- E-01 ELECTRICAL LEGEND 02 CDGH-E-02 ELECTRICAL STANDARD DETAILS (01 OF 02) 03 CDGH-E-03 ELECTRICAL STANDARD DETAILS (02 OF 02) 04 CDGH-E-04 05 CDGH-E-05 06 CDGH-E-06 07 CDGH-E-07 08 CDGH-E-08 09 CDGH-E-09 10 CDGH-E-10 11 CDGH-E-11 12 CDGH-E-12 13 CDGH-E-13 14 CDGH-E-14 15 CDGH-E-15 16 CDGH-E-16 17 CDGH-E-17 18 CDGH-E-18 BASEMENT FLOOR PLAN MEDICAL CENTER & COMMERCIAL LIGHTING LAYOUT GROUND FLOOR PLAN COMMON AREA LIGHTING LAYOUT FIRST FLOOR PLAN COMMON AREA LIGHTING LAYOUT SECOND FLOOR PLAN COMMON AREA LIGHTING LAYOUT THIRD FLOOR PLAN COMMON AREA LIGHTING LAYOUT FOURTH FLOOR PLAN COMMERCIAL LIGHTING LAYOUT FIFTH FLOOR PLAN APARTMENTS LIGHTING LAYOUT PENTHOUSE FLOOR PLAN APARTMENTS LIGHTING LAYOUT BASEMENT FLOOR PLAN MEDICAL CENTER & COMMERCIAL SMALL POWER & ELV SERVICES LAYOUT GROUND FLOOR PLAN COMMON AREA SMALL POWER & ELV SERVICES LAYOUT FIRST FLOOR PLAN COMMON AREA SMALL POWER & ELV SERVICES LAYOUT SECOND FLOOR PLAN COMMON AREA SMALL POWER & ELV SERVICES LAYOUT THIRD FLOOR PLAN COMMON AREA SMALL POWER & ELV SERVICES LAYOUT FOURTH FLOOR PLAN COMMERCIAL SMALL POWER & ELV SERVICES LAYOUT FIFTH FLOOR PLAN APARTMENTS SMALL POWER & ELV SERVICES LAYOUT

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PENTHOUSE FLOOR PLAN APARTMENTS SMALL POWER & ELV SERVICES LAYOUT

20 CDGH-E-20 ROOF PLAN ELECTRICAL SERVICES LAYOUT 21 CDGH-E-21 ROOF PLAN LIGHTNING PROTECTION LAYOUT

Note: Refer ROP approved fire drawings Contractor shall provide all the requirements accordingly. 1.1.4. MAIN POWER SUPPLY

The electrical contractors shall cooridinate and obtain approvals from MEDC for connection of the LV main cable to the main panel as per MEDC requirements. The electrical contractor shall supply,install,RMU, transformer and LV panels,etc as shown on the contract drawings and as requested to complete the sub-station work as per MEDC requirements.

1.1.5.

POWER TRANFORMER

1.1.5.1.1.

11kV/433V DISTRIBUTION TRANSFORMER (out door type)

The transformer shall be of naturally cooled outdoor oil immerse core type shall comply with the requirements of 1EC 76/BSS 171 except that the temperature rise shall not exceed 50 degree C of winding by resistance and 40 degree C of oil by thermometer. Type of the transformer 1.1.5.1.2.
Rating

The normal rating specified shall be the continuous rating under the worst temperature conditions encountered in Oman. Tenders shall state in the schedule the equivalent IEC/BSS continuous rating for the transformers offered along with the Oman continuous rating. 1.1.5.1.3.
Voltage Ratio

The normal voltage ratio of the transformers on normal tapping and on no load shall be 11000/433KV. 1.1.5.1.4.
Temperature Rise

The transformers shall be capable of carrying their full normal current continuously under the worst temperature condition encountered in Oman and at any tapping, without the temperature rise of oil in the hottest region exceeding 40 degree C as measured by thermometer and of the winding no

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exceeding by 50 degree C as measured by resistance over an ambient temperature of 52 degree C. 1.1.5.1.5. Connections The transformers shall be wound to IEC/BSS vector reference DY 11. 1.1.5.1.6. OFF Circuit Tapings The 11 KV winding of the transformers shall have tapings with rage + 5% to 5% in steps of 2.5% operated by an off circuit tapping switch, with clearly marked position indicator. Locking facilities shall be provided such that the lock can be inserted only when the switch in on a definite tap. Lock with two keys shall be supplied for each transformer. The tap switch shall preferably be mounted on the tank side 1.1.5.1.7.
Impedance Voltage

The impedance voltage of the transformers shall be 4.75%. Duty under Faults 1.1.5.1.8. The transformers shall be capable of sustaining a three phase symmetrical short circuit on the LV side with power maintained on the HV side without damage or distress for 3 seconds. 1.1.5.1.9.
Core

The core shall be constructed of the best quality low loss, cold rolled drain oriented electrical steel laminations. The core plate shall be insulated from one another to reduce the Core loss to minimum and the core shall be held together by bolts and clamping plates all of which shall be adequately insulated. The completed core shall be provided with lifting eyes to facilitate its removal from the transformer tank and shall be adequately braced and supported to prevent movement during transit on service. 1.1.5.1.10.
Winding

All windings shall be fully insulated to IEC 76-3 for uniform insulated and for a system highest voltage of 12.5 KV. The insulation shall be Class "A" to BSS 2757. 1.1.5.1.11.
Tank

The tank shall be designed to house the transformer core and winding and arranged to prevent any movement of the core structure inside the tank. Provision should be made to enable the core to be lifted out and ease for maintenance and inspection. 1.1.5.1.12.
Earthing Terminals

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Transformer shall have two earth terminals for connection to the sub-station earthing system. 1.1.5.1.13.
Fittings

The fittings on the transformers shall include the following:

a) Conservator vessel complete with filling cap and drain valve. b) Lifting lugs c) Breather (with silica gel). d) Oil level gauge e) Main tank drain valve f) Conservator to main tank valve g) Dial type thermometer with maximum reading pointer h) Thermometer pocket i) Rating diagrams plates to BS 171 j) Two earth terminals k) Bucholtz Relay I) Drain valve m) Jacking pads

Note:- In view of the high humidity prevailing in Oman, Silica gel Breather should be liberally designed and shall be one size larger than normal to avoid the need for frequent replacement of the gel. 1.1.5.1.14.
Tests

Type and routine tests shall be carried out in accordance with BSS 171/IEC 76. The following type tests shall be applied in the presence of Engineer. Temperature rise test on one transformer. Short circuit test on the transformer or Certificate of Tests carried out on a similar unit. Impulse withstand test on one transformer shall be applied on one HV winding leg only and shall be in accordance with BSS 923 and 171.
Transformer shall be tested completely assembled with conservator, etc.

for oil leakage. The oil pressure shall equivalent to a level of four meters oil above normal oil level shall be applied for a period of less than 6 hours. 1.1.5.1.15.
Gaskets and Joints

All gaskets used for making oil tight shall be with cork or similar material as base, bonded by oil resisting synthetic material or rubber. Gaskets of plain synthetic materials not permissible. 1.1.5.1.16.
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The transformer iron and copper losses will be capitalised and added to the Tender Price to determine the overall economic price. The acceptance tests of the transformers must show that the actual losses do not exceed the values stated in the Schedule of Guarantee Particulars. No tolerance will be allowed on the figures stated in the Schedule of Particulars and Guarantees. In any case, if the actual losses exceed the figures stated in the schedule by more than 10% the transformer is liable to be rejected.

1.1.5.1.17.

Painting and Finishes

It is to be borne in mind that the atmosphere in Oman is highly corrosive. Therefore, special attention should be give to protection of all iron works. The methods proposed and the means adopted for rust proofing should be fully described to the approval of Local Authorities. All surfaces shall be thoroughly cleaned and free from rust, scale grease, dirt and other foreign matter. Sharp points, weld spatters, flux or other imperfections shall be removed. The whole of the tank and fittings shall be sand blasted inside outside to remove all scale and rust before painting. Immediately after cleaning, a primary coat of red lead or other approved primer shall be applied. After the application of the first primary coat, all rough surfaces shall be rubbed down and filled and second coat of red lead of other approved primer applied. This shall be followed by the application of two coats of an approved oil base paint. The interior of all tanks and other oil filled chambers after necessary preparation and cleaning as described above, shall be painted with an oil resisting varnish or enamel. All paint and/or enamel shall be applied by brush or sprayer. Dipping shall not be permitted. A first class blemish free pleasing finishing shall be obtained to the approval of the Authorities and Engineer. 1.1.5.1.18. Technical Data
kVA

For each requested transformer, the supplier will give the following data : Rated power ................................................................................................... Cooling............................................................................................................ Quantity .......................................................................................................... Rated frequency ............................................................................................. Rated primary voltage..................................................................................... Rated primary insulation level......................................................................... Applied voltage to industrial frequency .......................................................... Basic Insulation Level (BIL) or impulse........................................................... Off-circuit tapping............................................................................................ Secondary voltage at no load between phases ...................................... phase to neutral ...................................... Rated secondary insulation level ................................................................ Applied secondary voltage to industrial frequency ......................................... Vector group ...................................................................................................

Hz kV kV kV kV % V V kV kV

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No load losses ................................................................................................ Load losses at 75 C....................................................................................... Load losses at 120 C..................................................................................... Rated impedance voltage at 120 C ............................................................... Acoustic power Lw(A) ..................................................................................... Acoustic pressure at 1 metre Lp(A) ................................................................ Maximum ambient temperature ...................................................................... Daily average ambient temperature................................................................ Yearly average ambient temperature ............................................................. Maximum altitude............................................................................................ HV winding temperature class ........................................................................ LV winding temperature class......................................................................... Temperature of insulation system................................................................... Climatic classification (HD 464 S1) ................................................................. Environmental classification (HD 464 S1) ..................................................... Fire behaviour classification (HD 464 S1) ......................................................

W W W % dB(A) dB(A) C C C m F F 155 C2 E2 F1

Enclosure ........................................................................................................ Protection degree ........................................................................................... Length ............................................................................................................. Width............................................................................................................... Height ............................................................................................................. Total weight .................................................................................................... Measurement circuit supply voltage for the thermal protection electronic converter ......................................................................................... DC AC*

YES NO* IP 31 mm mm mm kg

* delete as necessary 1.1.6. 1.1.6.1. 11 KV OUTDOOR RING MAIN SWITCHGEAR

General

The equipment shall in general conform to MEW Standard OES 11. The switchgear shall comprise: Two three phase ring main switches 400 amps. One three phase tee-off switch 150 amps with HRC fuses All three switches and the fuse assembly shall be oil immersed. Alternatively, switchgear shall have SF6 gas for insulation and current interruption, with either HRC fuses in air or SF6 circuit breaker for tee-off circuit.
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The switchgear shall be metal-clad, weatherproof and shall comply with the recommendation of I EC 144 degree of protection IP54. The switchgear shall be extensible on both sides. 1.1.6.2.
11 KV Switches.Circuit Breaker.

The 11 KV switches/circuit breaker shall have the following definite positions.

- ON - OFF/EARTH OFF - EARTH

The operating shaft shall be capable of being padlocked only when it is in any one of the above definite positions. The switches shall be spring assisted, the operation being initiated manually, but the speed of closing and opening being independent of the operator's speed of action, in switchgear where switch fuse if provided for the tee-off circuit, a tripping device shall be included to trip out the switch and open out all three phases, if fuse link on any one phase blows. The ring main switches and tee-off switch fuse/circuit breaker shall meet the following requirements as minimum:
Rated voltage -11 KV Highest system voltage -12.5 KV Impulse withstand voltage - 75 KV (1/50 wave) Power frequency test - 27 KV Rated normal current (site rating) Ring main switch - 400 amps Tee-off switch/circuit breaker -150 amps Fuse rating on Tee-off switch fuse - 63 amps Tee-off circuit transformer rating: 1000/2000 KVA Rated breaking current of ring main switch - 400 amps Fault rating (line and earth switches) - 350 MVA at 11 KV Rated short time current for 3 sec.

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All switches including ring main earth switches 18.4 KV. Tee-off earth switch - 2 KA. 1.1.6.3.
Operation and Interlocks

The complete 11 KV switchgear unit shall be arranged for front operation and indication. Fool proof, positive interlocks shall be provided to prevent the following:
i. ii. iii. iv. v. vi. vii. Direct operation of switch or tee-off switch-fuse/circuit breaker. from ON to EARTH ON OR from EARTH ON TO ON Switch access or test access cover being opened unless switch or switch fuse in the EARTH-ON position. Operation of switch or tee-off switch fuse/circuit breaker at EARTH ON position to OFF/EARTH OFF. Insertion or removal of test plugs unless the switch/circuit breaker is in EARTH position. Application of fuse earths while switch-fuse is in ON position, Access for fuse replacement if switch-fuse is in ON position. Operation of the switch-fuse to ON position with a blown fuse, a fuse link not properly inserted, fuse earths applied, or fuse cover not closed.

1.1.6.4.

SF6 Switchgear

Each discrete SF6 gas chamber shall be fitted with a pressure gauge which shall be adequately protected from mechanical damage. Gas leak shall be less than 1% per annum. 1.1.6.5. Cable Boxes For the two ring main circuits and tee-off circuit of the switchgear, cable boxes shall be provided. The cable box terminations shall be dry type without the need for compound filling. Cable boxes shall be complete with all necessary fittings, compression type cable lugs and glands, terminal boots armour clamps, earth bonding copper strips, insulating tapes, sundries, for complete termination. The cable box for the ring main circuit shall be suitable for 3 core XLPE PVC SWA PVC cable size range 185 to 300 sqmm copper. The cable box for the tee-off circuit shall be suitable for 3 core XLPE PVC SWA PVC cable 50/95 sq. mm copper. 1.1.6.6. Testing Facilities Set of three phase test plugs shall be provided for high voltage/insulation resistance/primary injection testing. Test plug current rating shall not be less than 200 amps.
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1.1.6.7.

Earth Fault Indicator

One ring main circuit of the 11 kV switchgear shall be complete with an earth fault indicator together with the relative core balance current transformer (one set per switchgear unit). 1.1.6.8.
KILOWATT HOUR METERS FOR SERVICE CONNECTIONS

GENERAL Accuracy - Class-2 Max. ambient temperature - 50 Deg C CONSTRUCTION CASE The Kwh meters shall be enclosed in a damp proof robust black phenolic moulded case with an integral terminal mechanically strong front connection block. The cover shall be of the same black phenolic moulding with a large glass window properly fixed with clips and adhesive compound on the inside. An area inside the case is to be provided to facilitate inspection of the magnetic gap. The terminals are to be of heavy brass section tin plated to resist corrosion Or electrolytic action and suitable for 35 sqmm copper conductor (8mm approx.) CURRENT AND VOLTAGE ELECTRO MAGNETS Current and voltage electromagnet cores shall be forned in such a way as to ensure very accurate dimensions and unstressed magnetic circuit. The cores shall be mounted on the frame and so designed as to minimise strains which can lead to long ten instability. CURRENT AND VOLTAGE COIL Current and voltage coil shall be from high conductivity wire with high quality insulation. The current coil shall have a low loss and a low VA burden at high current. ROTOR The rotor shall be of non ferrous metal and constrained against lateral movement. The suspension of magnets shall be in such a manner to give minimum drag against rotation and maximum stiffness against disturbance in vertical direction. The bearings shall be of magnetic repulsion type. REGISTER The meter shall be provided with cyclometer register with five wheels. The numbers are in white on a black back ground. The meter shall be direct reading type without use of multiplying factor. ADJUSTMENTS The Kwh meters shall have the following adjustment facilities:
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I. Full load adjustment 2. Low load adjustment 3. Inductive load adjustment TESTS The meter shall be tested as stipulated in BSIIEC except accurate test to be checked with respect to ambient temperature of 50 Deg. C. 1.1.6.9.
SINGLE/THREE PHASE AND NEUTRAL CUT OUTS FOR SERVICE CONNECTIONS

a) GENERAL Single phase and neutral cutout shall be suitable for operations in electrical system and site conditions mentioned in OES 11. b) SINGLE PHASE & NEUTRAL CUTOUT Single phase and neural cutout shall be all insulated of phenolic mouldings (case, fuse carrier, neutral cover and earth block cover). The cutout shall comprise: - 100 amp fuse unit per phase - Neutral block - Earth block The fuse unit shall incorporate a cartridge barrel type fuse link 100 amps to BS 88 - 77.2 mm long 30.2 mm dia. The fuse carrier shall be interlocked such that no components can be exposed or removed unless the fuse carrier is withdrawn. The fuse carrier shall have facilities for sealing with sealing wire and lead seal. Terminals shall comprise substantial tinned brass terminal blocks with large diameter pinching screws, two per conductor on phase, neutral and earth blocks with fixing stud screws. c) THREE PHASE AND NEUTRAL CUTOUT Three phase and neutral cutout shall be similar to the single phase and neutral cutout specified in 2A above except that it shall include three phase units complete with 100 amps HRC cartridge barrel type fuse links. 1.1.7. GENERATOR SET Scope of Works The contractor shall supply, install, test and commission standby generating set as specified on drawings. ,415volts, 50 Hz, 3 Phase, 0.8 p.f., 1500 Rpm , prime power capable of 10% overload for one hour in every 12 hours.

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Fuel back up with storage of 8 Hrs at Full load running condition shall be provided either builtin or as part of Day tank setup are subject to ROP approval. 24 Hrs Running diesel reserve shall be provided by using necessary instrumentation and controls. Also, all necessary piping, Pumps etc, Shall be provided as per the genset requirements. The total exhaust noise attenuation shall be 30dBA.Exhaust shall be made of Stainless steel, residential type. The set shall be complete with all ancillary plant such as starting, fuel, exhaust, cooling, control and alarm panels, circuit breaker, interconnecting wiring, cabling and all other equipment required for the operation of the sets as per but not limited to this specification. The system shall be capable to open all the MCCB/ACB breakers of essential MLVDB panel in case of power supply failure and close these step to step to prevent overloads. Ratings Output ............................... same as mentioned in the layout ,415 volts, 50Hz, 1500 Rpm ,0.8 p.f., 3 phase, prime power capable of 10% overload for one hour in every twelve hours. Ambient temperature ........ 50 degree centigrade. Capability .......................... (Manufacturers deration curves shall be provided) Rating should not .......................................... Maximum speed ............... 1500 Rpm If the prime site rating is less than stated rating then a detailed derating chart from the manufacturer shall be provided. The offered gensets shall be suitable for installation in closed purpose built generator room. Standards The equipment and components will comply with all relevant British standard Specifications and in particular with : BS 5514 BS 800 BS 88 BS 89
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BS 4794 BS 5419 BS 5420 BS 4752

Control Fuse Switches Enclosures Circuit Breakers

BS 1649 Guards BS 3938 Current Transformers BS 2757 Classifications of insulation BS 5000 Part 99 Rotating electrical machines The machines shall be suitable for installation same as shown on the relevant drawings. Drawings Drawing shows the proposed arrangement of the diesel generating set. The drawings are for tender purposes only and are to be read in conjunction with this Specification. Any discrepancy between the drawings and the Specification and any matter which requires clarification shall be referred to the Engineer before tender. The Contractor shall be responsible for the preparation of detailed installation drawings for the complete works including associated builders work, and shall submit all drawings to the Engineer for approval prior to the commencement of any work. Approval of such drawings by the Engineer does not relieve the Contractor of his responsibility to provide an installation suitable in dimension, construction, function and finish for the purpose intended. This Specification and the Drawings are intended to indicate generally the arrangement of apparatus required, but the Contractor will be deemed to have included in his tender anything necessary to leave the installation complete and in proper working order to the satisfaction of the Engineer whether or not such items are mentioned in the Specification or shown on the Drawings. Diesel Engine and Ancillaries Diesel Engine The diesel engine shall be 4-stroke, either normally aspirated or supercharged and after-cooled, 4-stroke, water cooled, equipped with the following: Heavy duty air-cleaner, with service indicators Crank case breather Lubricating oil engine driven pump Lubricating oil simplex filter, with replaceable elements Lubricating oil cooler Engine - driven jacket water pump Unit injectors Fuel filter, with service indicators

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 Flexible fuel lines Manual and automatic shut-off 0il pressure gauge Cooling water temperature gauge Digital Tachometer Electric starting - 24VDC. Engine jacket water heater Air Filters Air filters shall be suitable for use in the environmental conditions which are likely to arise occasionally, with the atmosphere highly polluted by blown sand. they shall be fitted with an 'Air filter condition' indicator of the vacuum type which shall be fitted to the air inlet manifold. Cooling Thermostatically controlled bypass valves shall be fitted to the engine cooling water system to maintain cooling water at optimum temperature. Governor The governor shall be of the Electronic load share type and shall be equipped with adjustable droop mechanism for paralleling. It shall control with speed within the limits laid down in the respective Standards Engine Shut - Off The engine shall be fitted with a mechanically operated device which will shut off the fuel supply to the engine when any of the specified alarm conditions occur. The device shall be fitted with one normally open and one normally closed contact, which will trip and lockout the generator circuit breaker in the event of the automatic device operating. Micro switches shall not be used in any direct current circuit nor in any inductive circuit Starting System The electric starting equipment shall be so designed that (a) at engine speeds in excess of the minimum firing speed it shall be impossible to complete the starting circuit and (b) not more than three consecutive attempts to start may be made in any period of 1 minute, each starting period and the period between such consecutive attempts being automatically timed controlled by the

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equipment. At the failure of the third attempt the starter circuit shall be locked out pending manual resetting.

Generator The generator shall be of the brushless, revolving field, solid - state exciter type, single bearing construction, directly coupled to and sharing a common high bed plate with diesel engine and the radiator, The generator shall be complete with all-necessary cooling fans, excitation and voltage regulating equipment. The excitation system shall not include a commutator. The generator shall be star connected The generator shall be capable of maintaining it's continuous maximum rated output when operating within 1% of rated voltage and at rated power factor. The critical speed shall exceed twice the overspeed test value. All windings shall be tropicalised and suitably impregnated to withstand the site ambient conditions. The generator shall meet the following requirements: IEC 34/1 standard requirements Class H insulation with tropicalisation and anti-abrasion Three - phase sensing. Drip - proof enclosure, IP22 Pilot shaft alignment 150% over speed capability. Less than 5% wave form deviation Standard paralleling capability Volts per Hertz, generator mounted, automatic voltage regulator, three phase sensing , assuring less than +/- 1% voltage regulation Adjustable voltage droop for parallel operation Adjustable voltage gain to compensate for engine speed droop and line loss. Less than 50 Telephone Influence Factor (TIF) Less than 3% Total Harmonics Factor (THF) Radio interference suppressed to the limits specified in BS 800

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The generator shall also be equipped with manual voltage control

Exciter The core and poles of the exciter shall be made of high permeability low loss steel stamping tightly clamped and secured to minimise magnetic noise. The characteristics of the exciter shall comply fully with the operational requirements of the alternator in matching the required loading conditions. PM excited generators shall be provided. Ventilation of Generator and Exciter. The generator and exciter shall incorporate shaft mounted fans of sufficient capacity to provide the machine cooling effects necessary to comply with the Temperature requirements of the Specification when operating in the specified ambient conditions. Voltage Regulation Continuously active, quick acting automatic excitation control equipment responsive to the generator line to line voltage and loading conditions shall be provided to maintain the alternator voltage within the prescribed limits. Equipment will be based wholly on static state devices. Variable Regulation capability regulators shall be preferred. Diode monitor and loss of excitation protection shall be provided. The equipment shall include all selector switches, indicating instruments, rectifiers, resistors and any other auxiliary components necessary for the satisfactory operation of the plant. A voltage setting device capable of adjusting the required voltage in steps of 1 volt between the limits of 90% and 110% of normal voltage at any load within the rating of the machine shall be mounted on the control panel. When the generator maximum continuous load at rated power factor is rejected, the regulator equipment shall be capable of limiting the generator momentary over voltage to a value not exceeding 125% rated voltage and shall restore the voltage to within 1% of the nominal present value within 3 seconds. Over-voltage/undervoltage and overexcitation protection shall be provided. Set Mountings The diesel engine, the generator and exciter, and the radiator shall be mounted a common welded steel bedplate. Where flange mounted generators are not employed, the bedpIates shall be stress relieved before machining.

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Lifting points shall be provided on the bedplate. Suitable anti-vibration mounting shall be supplied for the diesel generator unit, and all set mounted ancillary apparatus. Flexible connections shall be provided to all exhaust, air, fuel and water piping to avoid fracture due to vibration and to minimise conduction of noise. Any necessary foundation bolts shall be supplied under this Contract. Safety Guards All moving parts shall be adequately guarded in accordance with BS 1649 and to the satisfaction of the Engineer, in order to prevent danger to personnel. Generator Set Control Equipment The control equipment is designed to start and stop the set automatically from a remote signal.. The generator set control equipment shall be set mounted and shall be based on microprocessor based system to provide maximum system flexibility The control function shall be provided MANUAL/AUTO/COOLDOWN STOP switch. The following digital measuring instruments shall be fitted:

with

an

OFF/

an ammeter 3 phase a voltmeter 3 phase a 3 position ammeter/voltmeter selector switch a frequency meter, in Hz and rpm an hours - run meter. power factor meter Coolant Temperature KW (total & per phase) KVA, KVAR, KW-Hr meter Oil Pressure System Diagnostic

Automatic shut-down and lock-out circuits shall be fitted for:

low oil pressure Over voltage/Under voltage

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Low coolant level Over current

Reverse power Indicator lamps shall be fitted, together with a lamp-test push-button for: low oil pressure shut down high water temperature shut-down overspeed sit-down failure to start/overcrank Emergency stop Fault shutdown/Alarm. 2 spare external faults.

A manually re-set, master shut-down relay shall be provided on the control panel, so arranged that upon the occurrence of the specified fault conditions the relay shall automatically: (a) break the closing circuit of the circuit-breaker. (b) make the tripping circuit of the circuit-breaker. (c) stop the engine. (d) close the voltage free contact for a remote alarm. Simultaneously, an audible alarm shall be given, and the cause of the stoppage shall be displayed and remain displayed on the control panel and the building management system until the alarm device is manually re-set. When the control selector switch is in the AUTO position, the audible alarm shall be operative. The control panel shall be equipped with the necessary voltage-free contacts for connection to the BMS for the BMS to provide the following functions : (a) Engine Control switch not in 'Auto' (b) Diesel Generator in Service (c) Diesel Generator Faulty. (d) High Water Temperature shutdown & Alarm (Separate) (e) Low Oil Pressure shutdown & Alarm (separate) (f) Overspeed shutdown (g) Start/stop command, manually or to a timed program (h) Breaker open

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(i) Breaker closed An adjustable run on "off load" timer, shall be fitted to provide cool down running. All individual circuits such as voltmeter, shutdown circuits etc. shall be adequately protected by fuses. All control wiring shall be carried out in PVC insulated cable termination and relative terminals shall be clearly marked. Engine wiring shall be protected by non-metallic conduit. The control equipment shall also include a motorised molded case alternator output air circuit breaker complete with short-circuit magnetic and thermal overload trips, separately housed in a sheet steel enclosure adjacent to the control panel. A shunt trip & Auxiliary contacts shall also be provided. Interface between Engine control panel and a remote computer terminal shall allow all engine and generator operational devices to be monitored & displayed. Above interface shall provide capability to remote start/stop DG set. The set shall be subjected to the following works tests which will shall be witnessed by the Engineer. (1) General inspection of equipment to check its compliance with specification (2) Timed Start from operation of push button to full acceptance of full load. (3) hour 25% load hour 50% load 1 hour 100% load 1 hour 110% load (4) Determination of voltage and frequency regulations under following load changes: (a) Not load to 110% load in steps not exceeding 25% (b) 100% load to no load in a simple step. (5) Operation of all protection circuits by simulation. Generator Cooling The genset shall be provided with a tropical radiator capable of dissipating the heat from the jacket water and the lubricating oil,. The radiator must be generously sized to permit operation at full load and overload in the specified ambient conditions. The radiator shall be set mounted and shall be cooled by

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an engine driven push type flow fan. The necessary cowling shall be supplied and installed by the contractor as necessary. Fuel Fuel Tank A sheet steel tank with a capacity equivalent for 24hrs running at 75% loading shall be supplied and installed, fully piped up, to provide the service requirements of the engines. The tank shall be complete with filler cap, contents gauge, overflow pipe, vent pipe and sludge valve to ADNOC specs. A quick coupler shall also be provided for tanker filling. In addition to the above the following shall be provided

Fire extinguishing system as per ROP requirements. An automatic fuel refill system fully piped up between the day tank and Generator complete with control panel, pump, solenoid valve, level switches, fusible link, etc.

Location of the Tank shall be as per ROP approval and site requirements and fitted with all necessary safety devices. (fire detection, automatic extinguisher system, holding tank. etc. if necessary) Operation and Control Cell Cabinet with Load Transfer (AMF Panel) Principle of Operation The generator set will be started manually or automatically by a remote signal from the mains sensing panel in the automatic mode. The mains sensing panel shall be part of the Control switchgear. The frequency control unit will monitor the generator frequency in comparison to the bus frequency and give the necessary out put to the speed adjusting potentiometers of D.G. sets on load for frequency correction. Continued operation of the follower generator will entirely depend on the system load as seen by the load management unit. The system load will be compared with the programmed switching levels and the follower generator set will be stopped or re-started according to the system requirement. All of the above operation can be carried out using manual control also. Note: Contractor shall provide all the control cable laying from the AMF panel to the Generator and BMS.

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Composition of the Operation and Control Panel Controls 1.- Auto / manual selection. 2.- Motorised potentiometers for voltage adjustment. 3.- Motorised potentiometers for engine speed adjustment. 4.- Necessary transducers for power and speed for load management control. 5.- Kilo Watt and Power Factor meters for the two gensets Load management control 1.- Manual / automatic selection of master / follower unit. 2.- Monitor control and supervision of master frequency to 50 Hz. Monitoring load limits of the generator and control start & stop of the follower unit with adjustable high and low settings ( 30 to 100%) and adjustable timerange of 0 to 10 second (Based on station load requirement comparing with generation capacities) in a pre-determined manner to meet correct generation capacity Mains failure control An automatic mains failure sensing panel shall be provided to initiate the transfer from the mains supply to generator sets' supply. Power supply a) Aux. Power: 415 volts, 3 phase + N & E, 50 Hz supply available at site. b) Control: 24 volts DC supply from engine start battery. 5 amps. C.T. supply for metering and other load dependent functions from others. Construction Construction details of the generator control panel shall be as follows: Enclosure Free floor standing with hinged from panel door and lock. The enclosure shall have a mechanical degree of protection to IP 54 when closed

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a) Control Units Reverse power relay, Frequency control relay, load control unit. Motorised speed potentiometer Motorised volts potentiometer Mains failure sensing unit b) Control Switches Breaker close / open switches speed raise/lower switch voltage raise/lower switch c) Indication Lamps Tripped on load management Restarted on load management load management failed -- End of Generator set --

1.1.8.

MAIN AND SUB-MAIN DISTRIBUTION BOARDS.

MAIN DISTRIBUTION BOARDS GENERAL This Specification covers the general requirements for design, manufacture, testing and supply of Main Distribution Boards (MDB / L.V. Panel). The specific requirements and details of the main distribution board(s) or L.V. Panel(s) required are given on the drawings. The Contractor shall install the Main Distribution Boards (MDB / L.V. Panel) as shown in the drawings and in full compliance to this specification, the international standards specified in the following section & the local authority regulations. In case of difference between this specification and the specified international standards and the local authority regulations, the more stringent requirements in compliance with local authority regulations shall prevail. The low-voltage switchboards shall have a rated insulation level of 1 000 V AC the low-voltage electrical switchboards shall comply with standard IEC 68.2.30 (hot and damp climates) and with standard IEC 68.2.11 (salt mist). All MDP/MDBs shall be fully BMS compatible with universal Protocol.
MANUFACTURER & PANEL BUILDER / ASSEMBLER: PRE- QUALIFICATIONS

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Main distribution boards shall be assembled only by a franchisee of the original manufacturer and approved by the consultant. Panel builder / assembler shall have a minimum experience of 15years in the field of switchgear assembly
APPLICABLE STANDARDS

Unless specified otherwise Main Distribution board / L.V. Panel shall conform in design, material, construction and performance to the latest editions of the International recommendations (IEC standards) and its corresponding British / European standards (BSEN standards) and in particular to the following publications: Low Voltage Switchboard-IEC 60439 Degree of protection-IEC 60529 the degree of protection in compliance with standard IEC 529 shall be: IP 42 with door; IP 54 with door and gasket kit. In addition to the above listed standards, the local authority regulations shall also be adhered to.
SITE CONDITIONS

For general climatic conditions, refer and comply the specified project site conditions. The main distribution boards shall comply and perform satisfactorily at the below listed special design conditions as minimum: Ambient temperature : 50C Relative humidity : 95% (at 55C)
DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS

The main distribution boards shall be of standard, natural air cooled, well tested and proven design which ensures maximum safety to personnel, maximum service reliability and economic operations for a lifetime of at least 20years. Design and construction shall be simple, well laid-out and shall provide good accessibility to components and parts. Unless specified otherwise, the form of construction for the main distribution board shall comply with Form-4, Type-6 requirements of IEC 60439-1. Unless specified otherwise, the main distribution board shall be fixed version, main incoming switching devices shall be withdrawable type and the outgoing switching devices shall be fixed type. However the actual requirements for the version of the distribution board and the switching devices shall be as shown in the drawings. Main distribution boards shall be rated on the basis of voltage, current, frequency and the symmetrical breaking capacity of incorporated switching devices. The electrical system for all main distribution boards shall be 415 / 380V, 50Hz 3phase and neutral, 4-wire solidly earthed. The main distribution boards shall be suitable for operating voltage up to 1000V.

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Unless specified otherwise, the fault level withstand capacity of the main distribution board busbar system rated up to 2500Amps s shall have a permissible asymmetric short-circuit current of up to 85 kA for 1 second. The busbars shall be designed for mounting on insulated supports that are sufficient in number to accept the electrodynamic forces resulting from the flow of the peak asymmetric short-circuit current (187 kA peak). The breaking capacity of the switching devices shall be 65KA as minimum standard The type test certificate shall be submitted for consultant engineer verification, to prove the fault level withstand capacity of the main distribution boards. Even under extreme conditions of short circuit or mal-operation there shall be no danger to persons in the vicinity of the assembly. All equipment and components of the main distribution boards shall be capable of continuous operation at their full current and voltage ratings and without detriment or malfunction at system continuous deviation of up to and including the following percentages of the normal values. - Voltages 10% - Frequency 5% All components shall be capable of withstanding the dynamic, thermal and dielectric stresses resulting from prospective short circuit currents without damage or injury to personnel.
CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS General

The main distribution boards shall be assembled by an approved panel builder, who shall pre-qualify and comply with requirements specified under panel assembler pre-qualification of this specification. The panel builder / assembler, who do not fully comply pre-qualification clause of this specification are not approved and cannot be accepted as a manufacturer / assembler / supplier for main distribution boards. The main distribution boards shall be assembled by the same panel builder / assembler, who shall also assemble the sub-main, Motor control centre and final distribution boards. the busbars shall be made of electrolytic copper, (type Cu ETP as defined by standard ISO 1337). Unless specified / approved otherwise, enclosure system, the switching devices and other components used for assembly of the main distribution boards shall be from franchised manufacturer. Different manufacturer for the main distribution board enclosure and switching devices will not accepted/approved. Enclosure system for all main distribution boards and motor control centers rated up to 5000A to be of same model from one manufacturer. Unless specified otherwise, the main distribution board shall be of fixed version in Form-4, Type-6 construction. Type test certificates shall be available for the proposed type of enclosure and the busbar system. The type test certificates shall be clearly state type, model
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and main characteristics of the assembly, references of the standards applied for the tests, results obtained and the observations made during & after the tests. The test report shall also contain the documents such as records, drawings, photographs, etc. Main distribution board shall fully comply with requirements of TTA equipment (Type Tested Assemblies). PTTA equipment (Partially Type Tested Assemblies) will not be approved for the main distribution board. Main distribution board shall restrict the internal arcs faults within the compartment to ensure maximum safety to the operating personnel and also to minimize the down time for replacement and repairs. Type test certificate shall be carried out to verify the arc containment within the compartment as per AS 3439-1 standards. Certificates shall be submitted for consultant verification. Design drawings, component catalogues and type test certificates shall be submitted for consultant approval prior to placement of order for the main distribution boards.
General Arrangement & Assembly

L.V Panel shall comprise of free standing enclosure, bus bar system, switching devices such as ACB/MCCB, metering equipments, all necessary current transformers and the like as required. Panel shall be assembled in a systematic manner such as Transformer Incomer section, Generator Incomer section (if applicable), Bus coupler section (if applicable), Incomer Metering / Indication section and Outgoing section. Unless otherwise specified the panels shall be designed to accept bottom entry of cables and shall be of rear access type. The rear access shall only be provided for access for termination of cables, all other equipments shall be accessible / operable from the front of panel. Where front access type is specified, the panel shall be designed completely for front access only. Each panel section (cable compartment) shall be provided with thermostatically controlled panel heater. Each section shall be arranged typically as described below and as per the details shown in the drawings: Incomer section (Transformer Incoming) Transformer Incomer panel shall be a 3compartment enclosure with Top & Bottom compartment dedicated for metering / controls and the Middle compartment shall be dedicated for the circuit breaker. It shall comprise of but not limited to the following: Bottom Compartment - Incomer supply cables Middle Compartment - Main Incoming circuit breakers with rating and type as per the drawing.
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Top Compartment - Any control component for Incoming circuit breaker. - Digital power meter to indicate various electrical parameters - Phase indication lamps (R,Y,B) wired to the line side of the circuit breaker. - Power factor meter (If required as per local authority requirement). KWH energy meter (If location of KWh is approved by local authority). Incomer section (Generator Incoming) (If applicable) Generator Incomer panel shall be a 3compartment enclosure with Top & Bottom compartment dedicated for metering / controls and the Middle compartment shall be dedicated for the circuit breaker. It shall comprise of but not limited to the following: Bottom Compartment - Incomer supply cables Middle Compartment - Main Incoming circuit breakers with rating and type as per the drawing. Top Compartment - Any control component for Incoming circuit breaker. - Digital power meter to indicate various electrical parameters - Phase indication lamps (R,Y,B) wired to the line side of the circuit breaker. - KWH energy meter (If shown in the drawings). Bus coupler / Bus Tie section (If applicable) The Bus Tie / Bus Coupler Panel shall be a 3compartment enclosure to match with the incomer panels. The Top & Bottom compartment can be used for accommodating the common controls of the incoming and the bus tie circuit breakers. The Middle compartment shall be dedicated for the circuit breaker. It shall comprise of but not limited to the following:
Notes: - Where ACBs are used as incoming or bus coupler, the front face of the

ACB shall be accessible for operation from the front without opening the front door. - Where MCCBs are used as incoming or bus coupler circuit breakers an extended operating handle shall be provided at the front face of the panel front door for operation. All such door handles shall be door interlocked wherever required. Outgoing section(s) The outgoing section(s) enclosure shall accommodate the outgoing circuit breakers which shall be arranged in a systematic and symmetrical manner. It shall comprise of but not limited to the following: Each panel shall have various fixed compartments with individual doors for each compartment and each compartment shall accommodate the following: - Circuit breakers with rating and type as specified in the drawings. - Any other controls, which may be part of the outgoing circuit breakers. Notes:

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- All circuit breakers and other controls pertaining to a feeder shall be accommodated in its own compartment, which shall have its own lockable door. Keys for all such door shall be common. - Moulded case circuit breaker in each compartment shall be equipped with an extended operating handle extended to the front face of the door for operation. All such door handles shall be door interlocked, wherever required. - Air circuit breaker front face shall be accessible without opening the door. - Circuit breakers and other control components shall be fully accessible after opening the panel door; however no live parts shall be exposed. - All the bus bar connections / terminations to the outgoing circuit breakers shall be taken from the rear side of the circuit breaker, which shall be shrouded properly using metallic / poly carbonate sheets. All the mccb terminals shall be fully shrouded with original terminal shrouds from the mccb manufacturer, in such a that way no live parts are exposed, when the front door is opened. - Opening of the front door shall give access to the circuit breaker for rating adjustments etc. - Maximum 2nos. air circuit breakers shall be installed in one enclosure, provided that sufficient space for cable termination is provided and de-rating of circuit breaker is carried out as per manufacturer recommendations. - Maximum 2nos.moulded case circuit breakers, rated at 800Amps shall be installed in one enclosure, provided that sufficient space for cable termination is provided. - Maximum 9nos. of moulded case circuit breakers (rated less than 250Amps) shall be installed in one enclosure, provided that sufficient cable termination is provided. - All Partitioning and shrouding shall comply the requirements of Form-4, Type-6 construction as per IEC standards.
Enclosure manufacturing

Main distribution board enclosure shall be a branded catalogue product from approved manufacturer. Enclosure shall be made out of electro galvanized steel sheets conforming to international specification. Zinc coating shall be provided on the sheets, which shall prevent rust formation during storage and handling for processing, in addition to giving corrosion protection to the finished product. The sheets have a fine surface finish, which gives good presentation to the painted components of the enclosure. The steel sheet used for enclosure manufacturing shall pass through the pretreatment process for surface treatment. The process shall be a complete 7stage zinc phosphating spray treatment system and shall include the following process: - Degreasing - Surface conditioning - Zinc phosphating - Passivation - Dematerialized water rinses
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- Intermediate rinses The enclosure shall be powder coated to an approved color. The painting process shall include removal of moisture on the sheet steel surface using and applying thermosetting polyester powder using automatic guns. Polymerization of the powder shall take place when the components are cured at about 200C, forming a continuous integrated coating. A fairly uniform coating of atleast 70-80 microns shall be provided. The pretreated and powder coated sheet steel components shall be atleast tested randomly at regular intervals for coating thickness measurement, adhesion test, bend test, impact test, hardness test, salt spray test etc.

Enclosure construction Main distribution board enclosure shall be a branded catalogue product from approved manufacturer. The assembler shall assemble the prefabricated elements of the enclosure system, busbar system, switching devices and other equipment to complete the main distribution board. Main distribution board enclosure shall be fabricated of minimum 2mm thick electro-galvanized sheet steel folded and welded construction. The enclosure shall be of simple and robust construction designed for a variety of dimensions obtainable by means of standardized basic elements. Main distribution board shall consist of several enclosures of equal height and depth mounted side by side to form a composite board of uniform assembly. Each section of main distribution board shall be made up of 4 distinct functional spaces: Vertical and horizontal busbars, switchgear components, cable connection and auxiliaries. Enclosure structure composition shall be based on a supporting frame consisting of cross members, vertical members and panels fastened one another by means of bolts and rivets. The basic structure shall be completed by the addition of a compartment for the connections which may be located at rear or at side depending on the access. A single-piece base shall allow anchoring of the unit to the floor. The complete assembly shall be rigid selfsupporting structure which is deformable and unaffected by shocks. The structure shall be completed by a metal partition made of one or more pieces between two sections depending on the depth of the compartment. The lower part of structure shall be closed by means of bolted plates that can be removed whenever the assembly of cable glands is required. The switchgear components contained in sections shall be installed on mounting plates. Each door panel shall be equipped with integral key lock and the key shall be common for all such locks. All door hinges to be of concealed type and it shall be possible to remove the door panel whenever required. All doors, bold on cover, partitions, mounting plates and metallic shrouds shall be effectively connected to earth. Flexible earth wires shall be used for removable covers and hinged doors.

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The structure and the partitions shall be protected by a durable scratch resistant textured paint finish, epoxy powder polymerized at high temperatures to an approved color. Unless specified otherwise, the main distribution board shall be with ingress protection rating of IP42 as per IEC standards as minimum. Unless specified otherwise, Main distribution boards shall be designed for front access for the purpose of operation and access to all components and shall suit front or rear access for cable connections and top or bottom for cable entries. Wherever required, enclosure shall be suitable for busduct entry at the top. The access and entries shall be provided as per site requirements. Adequate care shall be taken while designing the main distribution board connection spaces for the external cables. Sufficient cable supports shall be provided for routing the cables inside the enclosure. Wherever single core cable enters, the gland plate shall be of aluminum material. Enclosure system shall effectively dispose the heat produced by the main circuits and shall integrate a high performance natural ventilation system which shall be aimed at regulating the internal temperature based on the actual capacities of the components. Enclosure shall be readily suitable for future extension on either side without any modifications (after installation at site). Form-4 construction assembly shall provide protection against contact with internal live parts and components. Busbars, functional units and cable termination shall be segregated from each other as given below: - Busbars shall be separated from functional units; - Functional units / switching devices shall be separated from each other; - Cable termination and functional units / switching devices shall be separated from each other; - Incoming and outgoing terminals shall be separated from each other. Busbars shall be accommodated in a separate chamber/alley with metallic shrouds and partitions to avoid accidental external contacts. Incoming switching device shall be located in separate section and outgoing switching devices in other sections, wherever applicable. Each switching device shall be segregated from each other and located in individual compartment with hinged door. External cable termination to the switching device terminals shall be outside the functional unit / switching device compartment. Segregation shall be made between the switching device terminal and the switching device within its compartment by means of rigid barriers and partitions.

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All segregation shall be achieved by means of rigid metallic sheet partitions. Segregation and partition shall ensure protection against contact with live parts and limitation of the faults within each of the functional unit compartment. A cable alley shall be provided either at rear or at the side of each section as per site conditions and requirements to facilitate the switching device cable glanding. Cables shall be glanded on the bottom plate of common cable alley/chamber. External cable termination shall be carried out in an enclosed individual termination compartment for each switching device, which is external to but separated from functional unit compartment. The cable termination compartment shall be provided with cable entry shrouds at the cable entry in to the compartments. Supports shall be provided to fasten the power and control cables inside cable alley/chamber.

Busbars The busbar system shall be designed as per the pre-defined guidelines provided by the original manufacturer. The busbar system shall be type tested by the manufacturer at reputed laboratory for short circuit withstand capacity. The neutral and earth busbars shall also be type tested for the short circuit withstand capacity. The fault level rating of the busbar system shall be as per the drawings however the minimum short circuit withstand capacity shall be 50KA RMS for 1second. Neutral busbar shall be able to withstand a thermal stress of atleast 60%, corresponding to the main phase busbar rated short circuit withstand capacity. The busbars shall be high grade electrolytic tin plated copper (with 99.9% conductivity), rectangular and rigid construction. The phase busbars and neutral busbars shall be arranged systematically in a busbar chamber/ alley. The busbars shall be color sleeved throughout the length for phase identification (except for the distribution busbars of the withdrawable sections). The busbars shall be shrouded completely using metallic partitions and/or polycarbonate shrouds as applicable. The busbar assembly shall be shrouded (at least IP20) by shrouds so that no live parts are accessible. Phase identification shall be done systematically. Use of bakelite sheets for shrouding will not be permitted. The busbar system shall be supported adequately at regular intervals as per manufacturer guidelines based on the type test results on a specially designed busbar supports. The supports shall be independently fixed to structure to strengthen the busbar arrangement. Wherever required additional intermediate supports shall be provided between the busbars. All vertical droppers shall also be adequately supported as per the manufacturer guidelines and the test results. The distribution busbars shall be connected to the main busbars by suitable sized and graded bolt & nut and contact washers. Clamp type arrangements for connections will not be permitted. Connections to the switching devices to the main or distribution busbars shall
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be carried out using rigid bars of adequate and standard sizes. It shall be possible to replace the switching devices with different rating with same frame sizes without changing the interconnection busbars. Distance between the busbar supports for busbar system and the distance between different phases of busbar system shall be as per manufacturer guidelines based on the type test results. The main busbars shall be accommodated on a separate busbar chamber running horizontally at top or bottom or middle of the panel. Main busbars running behind the functional units (the switching device mounting plates) will not be permitted. Distribution busbars are permitted at the back of the switching device compartments only where withdrawable versions are used. The dimensioning of the busbar system shall be as per the rated current of the main switching device, the short circuit current, the maximum rated permissible temperature at permanent operation and the ambient temperature around the busbars. The selection of busbars shall be supported by calculations and recommendations from the original manufacturer. The main phase and neutral busbars shall be of same size through out the panel irrespective of the ratings and load distribution. Earth busbars shall be half the size of the phase busbars. Several copper bars may be used for each phase and neutral, however such parallel running bars of each phase / neutral shall be spaced evenly with a minimum gap of 5mm between the bars. Busbar system shall be standardized with 5mm thick main busbars, distribution busbars and interconnection busbars for better heat dissipation. The neutral busbar shall run along with the phase busbars and shall outgoing switching devices neutral connection terminal shall be provided with in the switching device compartment. Neutral busbar running at bottom or in the cable chamber/alley will not be accepted in case of Form-4 construction. Earth busbar shall be running throughout the panel fitted directly on to the structure for connection of the protective conductors to provide equipotential bonding of exposed conductive parts. Earth busbar shall be located at the bottom of the panel and in the cable chamber/ alley to facilitate easy connection of protective conductor. Hardware used for busbar connections shall be zinc plated, yellow passivated / bi-chromated steel of 8.8grade. Tightening of busbar bolts shall be done as per manufacturer recommendations and pre-defined guidelines using calibrated torque wrenches.

Labeling The main distribution board shall be labeled systematically in English to describe the designation of the incoming and outgoing switching devices as referenced in the drawings. A main label shall be fixed to the front face of the main distribution board. The label shall be of special white pvc material front
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engraved for the desired text. The text shall be black in color. The label shall be fixed to the door using a special pvc rivets. Each metallic and polycarbonate(pc) shrouds shall be provided with engraved warning labels indicating Danger 415V Live Bus Inside Isolate Main Supply Before Opening This Cover at the front face. All such warning labels shall be riveted to the shroud plates. The line side of the incoming circuit breaker and its bus bar shall be shrouded separately with removable metallic front plates to prevent accidental access to bus bars. Such shrouds shall be provided with engraved warning labels indicating Danger 415V Live Bus Inside Isolate Supply Else Where Before Opening This Cover at the front face. All such warning labels shall be riveted to the shroud plates. Permanent labels shall be provided inside the main distribution board for phase identification of the incoming and outgoing switching devices. Identification labels shall be provided for neutral and earth connections. A drawing pouch / pocket shall be provided inside each main distribution board and approved load schedule (laminated) and the as-built drawings for the motor control centre shall be provided. Testing Type test The main distribution board and the components as applicable shall be type tested in accordance with the IEC standards to verify the specified fault level withstand capacity from a reputed and approved type testing laboratory and certified by an competent authority. The following 7 type tests as specified in IEC 60439-1standards to comply with requirements of TTA equipment shall be carried out at recognized test laboratories and certificates from approved test witnessing authority shall be provided for each type test: 1. Verification of temperature-rise limits (IEC Clause 8.2.1); 2. Verification of the dielectric properties (IEC Clause 8.2.2); 3. Verification of short-circuit withstand strength (IEC Clause 8.2.3); 4. Verification of the effectiveness of the protective circuit (IEC Clause 8.2.4) 5. Verification of clearances and creepage distances (IEC Clause 8.2.5); 6. Verification of mechanical operation (IEC Clause 8.2.6); 7. Verification of the degree of protection (IEC Clause 8.2.7). Type test certificates shall be submitted to the consultant engineer for verification. Routine test

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The panel assembler shall perform the routine test and provide the test certificates as defined in IEC standards. The routine test shall include but not limited to the following: 1. Inspection of the assembly including inspection of wiring and electrical operational test (IEC Clause 8.3.1); 2. Dielectric test & Insulation resistance test (IEC Clause 8.3.2 & 8.3.4); 3. Checking of protective measures and of the electrical continuity of the protective circuits (IEC Clause 8.3.3) 4. Functional test as per the approved test procedure. Routine test certificates and test readings shall be submitted to the consultant engineer for verification.

1.1.8.1.1.

Earthing

The Contractor shall provide earthing pits consisting of 16mm diameter copperbond earth electrodes in 1200 mm sections, driven to the required depth to obtain a maximum resistance to earth of 1 ohm. At least one earth rod shall be provided for each main distribution board, The earth electrodes shall be complete with the couplers, driving tips, heads, and cable clamps, and the terminal head of each electrode shall be located in a concrete inspection pit with cover. Each earth electrode shall be connected to the Main earth bar via a test link by minimum 2 x 70 mm2 stranded copper cable to enable resistance testing of the electrode. The main earth bar shall be located in the switchroom and the L.V. switchboard earth bars shall be connected to it by suitably rated copper cable. Connection of earthing cables to the main earth termination bar shall be achieved by provision of tinned copper cable connection lugs, properly crimped and offset to enable cables to be bolted to the earth bar. A spare connection lug shall be provided every 5 meters along the perimeter of the main earth bar. Sub-Main Distribution Panels shall have their earth bars connected to the Main switchboard by suitably rated cable. The cable shall follow the same route as the Sub-main cable and be tied to it at regular intervals. The armouring of cables shall not be used as the sole circuit protective conductor. Main earthing cables shall be of adequate size to carry the prospective earth fault current at the incoming termination point of the supply they protect without danger, particularly from thermal, thermo-mechanical and electro-mechanical stresses. Due regard must be taken of fault clearance times associated with the circuit short-circuit protective device.

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Where necessary, supplementary equipotenial 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 within the construction programme and without the need to disturb finishes. Earth cable shall be of stranded copper conductors with PVC insulation coloured green/ yellow. ALL EARTH CABLES SHALL BE SELECTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH TABLE 54G OF BS7671 (THE IEE REGULATIONS, 17th EDITION). All non-current carrying metal parts of the installation and apparatus shall be solidly and effectively bonded to earth by means of an earthing conductor. Particular attention shall be paid to the requirement of the I.E.E. Regulations with regard to the Main and supplementary bonding to the exposed extraneous parts. 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 accessibleconductive parts. All conduit outlet points shall be provided with a solid brass earthing termina] fixed into the base of the box, which shall be bonded to earth. Armouring of all armoured cables shall be bonded to earth at both ends by means of cable gland earthing lugs. A permanent label engraved and durably marked with the words "SAFETY ELECTRICAL CONNECTION - DO NOT REMOVE'' shall be permanently fixed in a visible position by each terrnination of earthpit electrodes onto main earthing bars. The lettering shall be minimum of 5mm high. On completion of the installation, tests shall be carried out by the Contractor to verify compliance with this Clause. 1.1.8.1.2. LV Sub-Main Distribution

The Contractor shall supply, install, connect and test XLPE/SWA/PVC cables routed as indicated on the drawings. All internal cabling shall be done through LSF (Low smoke Low Fume) fire retardant cables. Each cable shall be labelled at each end, of its route with a unique reference using 'CRYTCHLEY' make type markers. Or Aluminium Engraved

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1.1.8.1.3. GENERAL

Sub-Main Distribution Boards

This Specification covers the general requirements for design, manufacture, testing and supply of Sub Main Distribution Boards (SMDB / SDB). The specific requirements and details of the sub main distribution board(s) required are given on the drawings. The Contractor shall install the Sub Main Distribution Boards (SMDB / SDB) as shown in the drawings and in full compliance to this specification, the international standards specified in the following section & the local authority regulations. In case of difference between this specification and the specified international standards and the local authority regulations, the more stringent requirements in compliance with local authority regulations shall prevail. APPLICABLE STANDARDS Unless specified otherwise Sub Main Distribution boards shall conform in design, material, construction and performance to the latest editions of the International recommendations (IEC standards) and its corresponding British / European standards (BSEN standards) and in particular to the following publications : - Low Voltage Switchboard IEC 60439-1 - Degree of protection IEC 60529 - L.V Circuit Breaker & Switch-Disconnector IEC 60947-1 to 5 - Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker IEC 61009-2-2 / IEC 61008 - Earth Leakage Relay IEC 60755 & IEC364-4 & 5 In addition to the above listed standards, the local authority regulations shall also be adhered to. SITE CONDITIONS For general climatic conditions, refer and comply the specified project site conditions. The sub main distribution boards shall comply and perform satisfactorily at the below listed special design conditions as minimum: Ambient temperature : 50C Relative humidity : 95% (at 55C) DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS The sub main distribution boards shall be of standard, natural air cooled, well tested and proven design which ensures maximum safety to personnel, maximum service reliability and economic operations for a lifetime of at least 20years. Design and construction shall be simple and well laid-out and shall provide good accessibility to components and parts. The construction of sub main distribution board shall comply with Form-2 requirements of IEC 439-1. The electrical system for all sub main distribution boards shall be 415v , 50Hz 3phase and neutral, 4-wire solidly earthed. The sub main distribution boards
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shall be suitable for operating voltage up to 690V and insulation voltage up to 1000V respectively. Unless specified otherwise, the fault level withstand capacity of the sub main distribution board busbar system shall be 35KA RMS for 1Second as minimum standard. The breaking capacity of the switching devices shall be 25KA as minimum standard. The type test certificate shall be submitted for consultant engineer verification, to prove the fault level withstand capacity of the sub main distribution boards. Even under extreme conditions of short circuit or mal-operation there shall be no danger to persons in the vicinity of the assembly. All equipment and components of the sub main distribution boards shall be capable of continuous operation at their full current and voltage ratings and with out detriment or malfunction at system continuous deviation of up to and including the following percentages of the normal values. - Voltages 10% - Frequency 5% All components shall be capable of withstanding the dynamic, thermal and dielectric stresses resulting from prospective short circuit currents without damage or injury to personnel. CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS Enclosure construction Sub main distribution board enclosure shall be original from approved manufacturer. The sub main distribution board shall be a branded catalogue product and the assembler fit the standard type tested busbar assembly and switching devices of the original manufacturer to the sub main distribution board enclosure. Sub main distribution board enclosure shall be fabricated of minimum 1.5mm thick electro-galvanized sheet steel folded and welded construction. The enclosure shall be of simple and robust construction. The sub main distribution board enclosure shall mainly consist of a back box, a specially designed bracket assembly to accommodate the busbar system, a front cover and a hinged door. The distribution board back box shall easily allow and accommodate the standard busbar assembly, switching devices and power & control components by means of specifically designed brackets. The back box shall have key hole mounting slots for fixing to the walls, prepunched fixing holes for accommodating the front cover and a safety earth stud for bonding purpose. Sheet steel front cover with standard cutouts shall form the front cover assembly, which shall be screw fitted to the back box assembly. The front cover assembly shall cover all the component and busbar of the distribution board. The front cover shall be provided with standard cutouts on it, to provide
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access only to the toggles and front face of the switching devices. Standard hinged door shall be fixed to the front cover or back box using concealed type of hinges and thus the door shall form a protective cover for the outgoing switching devices against accidental access. The door shall have a standard self-latch type of lock with an optional feature of having a key lock, wherever required. The complete enclosure assembly shall be coated with durable scratch resistant textured paint finish, epoxy powder polymerized at high temperatures to an approved color. Unless specified otherwise, the sub main distribution board shall be with ingress protection rating of IP41 as per IEC standards as minimum. The sub main distribution board shall have standard width and various heights as per the number of ways and the incomer switching device current ratings. General arrangement of the distribution board shall be arranged in such a way that the incoming switching device is positioned vertically at the bottom center of the distribution board after leaving sufficient space for incomer cables below the switching device. The pan assembly design busbar assembly shall be arranged to be positioned above the incoming switching device and shall be linked to it with suitable busbar links. The outgoing switching devices shall be fitted on both the sides of the busbar assembly with sufficient cabling spaces on either side for outgoing cables. The neutral busbar shall be positioned on one side of the incoming switching device and earth bar shall be positioned on the other side of the incoming switching device without obstructing the cable space. The distribution boards shall have minimum optimized cable space of minimum 80mm for outgoing feeders. Additional space for main cable termination shall be provided by including an extension box from the original enclosure manufacturer. Wherever required, a metering compartment shall be provided at the top of the sub main distribution board to accommodate the metering equipments as shown on the drawing. The metering compartment shall be similar to the extension box and shall be original from the manufacturer. The sub main distribution boards within its range shall accommodate the manufacturer incoming and outgoing switching devices without any modifications. Busbars The busbar system shall be original from the manufacturer designed to accept the manufacturer standard switching devices. The busbar system shall be type tested by the manufacturer at reputed laboratory for short circuit withstand capacity. The fault level rating of the busbar system shall be as per the drawings however the minimum short circuit withstand capacity shall be 35KA RMS for 1sec. The busbars shall be tin plated copper, rectangular and rigid construction. The phase busbars shall be arranged and assembled one above the other using
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specially designed insulators to form a pan assembly design. The busbars shall be protected pvc shrouds from all sides. After assembly of the switching devices on to the busbar assembly, the complete assembly shall be in compliance to the requirements of Form-2, Type-2 construction as per IEC standards. The busbar assembly shall be fully shrouded (at least IP20) by original shrouds, so that no live parts are accessible. Phase identification shall be done systematically for the incoming and outgoing ways. The incoming switching device and the busbar links between the incoming switching device and the main busbar assembly shrouded by screw fitted metallic shroud plate to avoid any accidental access to the busbars. The busbar system and the specially designed brackets inside the sub main distribution boards shall be designed in such a way that any switching device can be fitted or removed on to the distribution board without disturbing the already installed switching devices. The pvc busbar shrouds shall form an integral part of the busbar assembly and it shall not be possible to remove the shroud without switching the main power supply and dismantling the complete busbar system. Tin plated copper neutral busbar shall be located on the side of the incoming switching device, with sufficient no. of terminal provided on the busbar for cable termination. Each feeder shall have its own neutral termination facility. Neutral busbar shall be provided with a suitable termination facility for connecting the main neutral cable on it. Neutral terminal shall be provided with identification label. Tin plated copper earth busbars shall be located on the side of the incoming switching device without disrupting the other cable terminations. It shall have sufficient quantity of terminals to facilitate termination of earth cables on to it. Earth busbar shall be provided with a suitable termination facility for connecting the main earth cable on it. Extra terminals shall be provided on the earth bar for bonding purpose. The ratings of the main busbar assembly shall be to suit the incoming switching device rating, however for the purpose of standardization it shall be categorized in to two groups as 250Amps and 630Amps, irrespective of the incoming switching device rating. For distribution board main circuit rated up to 250A, the busbar shall be rated for 250Amps and for distribution board main circuit rated above 250A, the busbar shall be rated for 630Amps. The busbar assembly shall be available in different combinations of no. of outgoing ways to suit the requirement. The typical nos. of TP outgoing ways shall be 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 18 & 20. Busbar assembly shall be of standard type and size to accept the manufacturer MCCBs up to 35KA rating as outgoing feeder without any modification to it. The busbar assembly shall readily accept the manufacturer 1Pole or 3Pole MCCBs.

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Busbar assembly shall readily accept the manufacturer MCCB or Isolator rated up to 250 / 630A (as per the rating shown on the drawing) as main incoming switching device without any modification to it. Busbar assembly shall readily accept the manufacturer MCCBs rated up to 250A, 3pole or 1pole version (as per the rating shown on the drawing) as outgoing switching device without any modification to it. Future space for outgoing switching devices shown in the drawings shall be readily available in all respects to install the breaker in future without any modifications to the busbar assembly or the sub main distribution board.

1.1.8.1.4.

Mechanical Services Supplies

The Electrical contractor shall supply, install, connect and test to distribution power board and the power supply to mechanical equipments. Where equipment employs star-delta starting, the Contractor shall allow for the correct number of wires between the starter and the motor concerned. Stop-lock buttons with key operated re-set switches operating on control circuits shall be used as the means of local isolation for star-delta motors and all motors in excess of 15kW. Panels, Starters, Controls and Wiring All electrical equipment and associated controls shall be contained within purpose made wall or floor mounting cubicle panels with hinged lockable doors. Mechanical Construction The panels shall be complete with cable entries and inter-locked isolators. Separate sections within the main panel shall be provided to segregate starter equipment from control equipment. Each section shall be complete with its own access door, which shall be kept in a locked position, and shall be separated by a vertical sheet barrier. Indicating lamps shall be provided to denote normal and alarm conditions for all items of plant and equipment. All indicating lamps, instruments and controls shall be of the same manufacture and style to provide uniformity of appearance and to facilitate maintenance. Externally visible equipment shall be flush mounted, with minimum protection, and fixed securely to the front panel or other members. Internal equipment shall be secured to purpose made rai1s or mounting bars.
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All fixings shall incorporate shakeproof washers or other vibration resistant fastenings. Indicator lamps shall be under-run and shall be supplied from a low voltage output transformer complying with BS 3535 or equal standard or shall incorporate individual stepdown transformers having a low voltage output. Glasses of not less than 25mm. diameter shall be fitted. Where glasses are not immediately adjacent to their associated switches they shall be clearly labelled. All panels shall be in the form of cubicles which shall be drip-proof, fully tropicalised with uniform dimensions and matching appearance. Equipment racks and panels shall be fabricated steel construction, 1.2mm minimum thickness, and unless otherwise specified, both front and rear access shall be provided to all racks and equipment in panels. The lowest mounted rack shall be 300mm above floor level. The highest mounted rack shall not be above 1800mm from the floor. The panel height shall not exceed 2000mm. Details of all manufactured panels shall be submitted to the Consultant Engineer for approval. It shall be possible to lay removable units, including portable equipment, on any of their faces without causing damage to any components. Where necessary mechanical guards shall be fitted. Hinged doors shall be provided and arranged to lie flat back and not restrict access to the apparatus contained within the panel. Hinged doors shall be of the lift-off type, secured with integral handles and shall be flush-firting and sealed with a gasket of rubber or other approved material to prevent the ingress of dust. If complete sealing of the panels is not practicable, any ventilators and opening must be designed to prevent the entry of Y water, dust, vermin and insects. Lamps shall be Fitted inside each panel and so arranged that all wiring is illuminated as evenly as possible without dazzle. The lamps shall be controlled from a door watch. Before painting, metal parts shall be thoroughly cleaned free from rust, scale, burrs, grease and moisture. The following minimum painting requirements shall apply to all surfaces and ferrous parts unless the Contractor can show, to the satisfaction of the Engineer, that any alternative he proposes is in all respects equal or superior to the specified requirements. External colours shall be to the approval of die Engineer.

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1) One priming coat of corrosion inhibiting paint applied immediately after cleaning. 2) Two coats of non-glossy, weather resisting paint. 3) One finishing coat of glossy and weather resisting non-fading paint to external surfaces. 4) One finishing coat of matt white, weather resisting, non-fading paint to all internal surfaces. All exposed screws, bolts, or other fxings shall have rounded heads with protective and decorative plating. A metal plinth shall be provided with provision for bolting down the panel. Removable lifting eyes shall be provided for convenience of handling. After erection at Site is completed, all external surfaces shall be cleaned down and all defects in the previous painting shall be made good to the approval of the Consultant Engineer. An approved locking device for all panels shall be provided under this Contract. All locks shall be provided with two identical keys. It shall not be possible to open any lock with the key of any other lock provided under this contract. Locks shall be in suites provided with master-key facilities. Keys and locks shall be impressed with the manufacturer's serial number. Two key cabinets shall be provided. Where forced cooling is used, the equipment shall be so protected that no damage occurs due to failure of the forced cooling. The full requirements of the performance specification shall be maintained until the protective device operates. Panel cable entry shall be top or bottom entry as required by the ConsultantEngineer. Front and rear access to panels shall be provided unless otherwise specified. Internal wiring shall be colour-coded and, in general, shall be bunched and run on trays or in purpose-made slotted plastic cable trunking. Positive Fixing of cable ends shall be ensured by crimped cable tags or other approved terminations. Each cable end shall be permanently identified. Grouped terminal blocks of adequate capacity and fully numbered, with permanent labels, shall be provided for all wires leading to equipment outside a panel. Terminal numbers or markings shall correspond with those used on related apparatus and wiring diagrams. Removable plates or other facility shall be provided for the entry of incoming cables, conduits, trunking etc., with means of effective earthing to the cubicle chassis. Provision shall be made for
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the earthing of all non current-carrying metal-work. Soldered socket type terminals shall be provided for main power terminals incorporated within a panel. Fuses shall be grouped and mounted so as to be readily accessible without danger. Fuses, terminal blocks and all items of equipment shall be readily identified by means of clearly visible labels secured to them by screws. For each electric air heater battery, an indicator lamp and ammeter shall be provided. For each electric motor of 3.75 kW and above, an ammeter shall be provided. Ammeters shall be not less than 75mm diameter. All items on the outside face of the panel shall be identified by means of white laminated plastic labels engraved with black cyp1iners and attached by screws. Attachment by adhesive of any description will not be permitted. Starters Starters shall normally be rated for "intermittent- duty, but where, due to the form of thermostatic or automatic control, the number of starts is likely to exceed 15 per hour, starters for frequent -duty shall be provided. The type of starter which will be accepted depends on the capacity of the electrical supply and the main; in certain cases special requirements may be indicated. Generally the following types will be accepted. (a) Motors up to 0.5 kW output - "ON/OFF" switch or direct-on-line. (b) Over 0.5 kW and up to 5 kW - direct-on-line. (c) Over 5 kW and up to 23 kW - Star-delta, auto-transformer, or rotor resistance. Starters shall be provided on each phase with combined thermal overload devices and single phasing protection, with adjustable time-lag, and an undervoltage release. They shall be arranged, unless otherwise indicated, to provide automatic re-start on restoration of mains voltage. The automatic start shall, however, be implemented through a sequence start time, to prevent all equipment re-starting at the same time. Operating coils shall be wound for not more than 250 volts. Where a contactor is arranged for remote operation, the coil circuit shall be protected by a fuse. Terminals shall be accessible and have adequate clearance between phases and to earth. Where a starter is not enclosed in a composite panel, a door inter-locked isolating switch shall be provided. Each electric motor and electric air heater battery which is controlled from the main control panel, and is not less than 2.0 m from the panel or is so situated that the panel cannot be seen from the
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motor of air heater, shall be provided with a local stop-lock control circuit switch, Unless otherwise indicated, where a fan is provided with duplicate motors, two starters shall be supplied; a single starter with a local changeover switch will not be accepted. Contactor Starter Units Low voltage motor circuits shall be controlled by a contactor starter and an individual set of HRC fuses. The contactor shall be the normal means of stopping and starting the motor. Each contactor starter shall be fitted with an Isolating switch to provide isolation for maintenance and disconnection in the event of welded contacts under stalled motor conditions. The contactors shall be capable of dealing with normal and fault conditions. The contactor starter units shall be of air-insulated, metalcald type and be designed to ensure safety of operating personnel. Interlocks shall be provided to ensure that the unit access door can only be opened when the associated contactor is opened and the contactor cannot be closed in the service position until the access door is closed. Auxiliary contacts for remote interlocking and indication shall be Fitted in each individual contactor starter. Light Current Electrical Construction Component parts shall be located, secured and disposed with respect to each other and structural members that they can be inspected, removed and replaced without damage to, or undue disturbance of, other parts or wiring. Components generating significant heat shall be adequately spaced from their mounting boards and from other components. All components shall be adequately supported and secured where necessary by clamps, clips or other means acceptable to the Engineer. Rivets or eyelets shall not be used for fixing items which may have to be repaired or replaced. Components shall not be mounted directly on wiring terminal blocks unless adequately protected from damage. Unless otherwise agreed, all plug-in devices, units and sub-units shall be held in position by approved retainers. Pre-set controls requiring routine adjustment shall be accessible with the complete equipment and adjacent equipments in operation. An approved
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method of ensuring that pre-set controls retain their adjustments shall be incorporated. Soldered connections shall be made only to components specifically designed for that purpose. Flexible conductors and metallic braiding subject to flexing at their terminations shall not be soldered, but shall be fitted with approved crimped tags. Welded connections shall be used subject to the approval of the ConsultantEngineer. Taper pin connectors, push-on connectors etc., shall be to the approval of the ConsultantEngineer. The preferred material for push-on connectors is phosphor bronze. Wires shall not be joined together except at a properly supported terminal post or tag. Grommets or bushes shall be Fitted where wiring passes through metalwork. Internal wiring shall be loomed, harnessed and adequately supported by clamping troughing, or similar means. Direct point-to-point wiring shall not be used. except where approved by the Consultant Engineer. Where it is necessary to bunch cables, the wiring shall be limited to not more than 12 wires. Wiring shall be clamped into plugs and sockets in such a way that connections inside each connector cannot be subject to injurious tensile stress. Sufficient slack wire shall be provided to enable a reconnection to be made at each end of each wire. Internal wiring shall be a minimum of 0.02mm2 cross-sectional area. Every effort shall be made to avoid installing control and signal wiring in close proximity to power wiring. Control and signal wiring shall be protected by properly grounded shielding where it is reasonable to do so. External wiring to and from panels shall be terminated on properly numbered multi-way tag blocks. Long lengths of external type cable inside panels or cubicles will not be permitted. Components Transformer and inductor windings shall be vacuum impregnated or encapsulated and terminate on a terminal board mounted on the unit. Each winding and termination shall be clearly and unambiguously identified.

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Complete details shall be provided of the suitability of relay contact materials for the application. Relay actuating coi1s shall preferably be either vacuum impregnated or encapsulated. Unsealed relays or groups of relays shall be provided with a protective cover to prevent dust ingress. The covers shall be detachable without the need to remove the relays. All indicating instruments shall be individually approved by the Engineer. Instrument scales shall be of the anti-parallax platform type, clearly divided and indelibly marked. All indicating instruments shall be of a modular type and be accurate within 1% of full scale span. Push-button indicators with labelling and mounted on control panels shall be to the approval of the Engineer. The ratings of all indicating lamps shall be such that an average useful lamp life of 20,000 hours minimum is obtained. The design of lampholders shall be such that replacement of the lamp is both quick and easy; access shall be from the front panel of the equipment. To reduce heating, and fouling of the panels, lamps which are continuously alight shall have the minimum consumption consistent with good visibility of indications in a brightly-lit room.Multi-pole connectors shall be designed such that incorrect mating cannot occur. An approved device shall be provided for locking each free plug or socket in the mated position. The material of all components shall be resistant of flame propagation. All instruments shall be back connected on stud type terminals and identified by engraving or painting. Cabling and Terminations All cabling shall be anti-termite fire retardent type and all cabling shall be arranged to minimise the risk of fire and any damage which might be caused in the event of fire. The Contractor shall be responsible for protecting cables in an approved manner against mechanical damage or damage by fire where exposed inside the building. Where cable troughs are not provided the Contractor shall provide ladder racking with appropriate supports to the approval of the Consultant Engineer. Where run on racking, cables shall be secured by heavy gauge copper or plastic coated clips at intervals of not more than 1500mm. Where run on flat
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surfaces, cables shall be secured by spacer bar saddles at intervals of not more than 1000mm. Every cable shall be securely supported at a point not more than 1000mm from its termination and oil vertical runs passing through floors, immediately above the floor. The Contractor shall be responsible for connecting his equipment to existing equipment or equipment supplied under a separate Contract. All multicore cables shall be physically separated from power supply wiring Joints in PVC or XLPE cables shall not be carried out without written approval of the Consultant Engineer. Low tension cable joints shall incorporate compression type ferrules with polyethylene tape insulation housed in a plastic joint box and scaled with cold pouring resin filling. The ends of each PVC/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. XPLE 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 joining of tai1s 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. Multipair Thermoplastic Insulated Cables The conductors of all thermoplastic insulated cables shall be copper and shall comply with an approved National Specification and to all applicable requirements of this Specification dealing with the construction of Power cables. Where tinned conductors are specified their solder-ability performance shall be demonstrated in accordance with an approved Specification. The size of conductors shall be 1/0,9mm dia. minimum. Insulation shall be PVC and the thickness approved by the Consultant Engineer. Cable cores shall be identified by colours with distinctive schemes to discriminate between PVC and polyethylene insulation. The colour schemes shall be approved by the Engineer and shall be generally accepted schemes and rotation for the appropriate design of cable.

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Insulated cores shall be twisted together to form pair. In the case of PVC insulated conductors the required number of pairs shall be laid-up to form a compact symmetrical cable with the two pair construction laid-up in quad formation. Binding tapes constructed from suitable materials shall be applied with open spiral or overlap as required between layers, necessary, and over the laid-up structure to provide a compact uniform formation. A rip-cord to facilitate removal of the inner sheath of PVC insulated cables may be included during the application of the overall binding tape. Cables shall be armoured with one layer of galvanised steel round wires. The number and diameter of the wires shall be as stated in the specification Schedules and on the drawings. The design of joint-box and any outer protection box shall comply with the requirements for auxiliary cables and accessories unless otherwise approved. Alternative designs will only be considered if documentary proof can be provided of their suitability for withstanding mechanical and electrical type approval tests witnessed and accepted by a reputable Authority. Multipair cables shall be screened when being used for data transmission. Earthing of the screen shall be to the approval of the Consultant Engineer. Multipair cable tails shall be so bound that each wire may be traced without difficulty to the associated cable. Approved type terminals of die insertion type incorporating pressure plates shall be provided for all incoming cables. All terminals blocks and terminations shall be to the approval of the Engineer. Unless otherwise agreed each terminal shall have a removable link of facilitate signal isolation and testing. Facilities shall be provided to maintain the continuity of isolated cable screens whenever required. Provision shall be made at the top of terminal boards for the termination of all spare cores in the incoming cables. The ends of every type wire and every cable tail shall be fitted with numbered ferrules of white, with the numbers clearly engraved in black. Moisture and oil resisting insulating material having a glossy Finish shall be used. The ferrules shall be of the interlocking type and shall grip the insulation. Details of the proposed ferrule numbering system shall be submitted at the earliest possible date by the Contractor for approval. All cables carrying analogue direct current signals shall comply with BS 3586.

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1.1.8.1.5.

Distribution Boards

The Contractor shall supply, install, test and commission distribution boards as indicated on the drawings. Distribution boards shall be supplied with lockable hinged doors. All distribution Boards shall be MCB type and all MCB's shall be fault rated 10kA. The Distribution Boards shall be as per BS 5486 : Part 12& 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. 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. 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
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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 circuit-breakers 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. Distribution boards shall be supplied with ELCB protection in accordance with MHEW/OES/OMAN requirements. The complete board and MCB's etc. shall be by, one manufacturer. Composite panels will not be approved for final distribution boards. All outgoing phase, neutral and earth conductors within distribution board shall be ferruled with the reference of the circuit to which they, are connected. Ferruling shall be by' means of correctly sized ring ferrules, with black lettering on white background. All incoming terminals on distribution boards and switchgear shall be fully shrouded to IP2X with access to the terminals only, possible after removing the shroud. The shroud shall have a warning label to isolate elsewhere before removing the cover. Distribution boards shall have a maximum depth of 125mm. 1.1.8.1.6. Residual Current Circuit Breakers (RCCB/ELCB)

RCCB's (ELCBs) incorporated in distribution equipment shall be of the current operated, core balance type, complying with BS 4293 and shall be supplied with rating and sensitivities as detailed in the drawings and schedules. Circuits shall be arranged on the distribution boards to afford residual current protection in accordance with MHEW/OES requirements. These shall be verified by the Contractor prior to commencement of the works and examples of which may be as follows: Circuits requiring 10mA Protection: Under water/Water feature lighting.

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Circuits requiring 30mA Protection: Socket outlet and water heater circuits. Circuits requiring 100mA Protection: Lighting including external lighting installations. Circuits requiring 300mA Protection: Power supply equipment installations.

1.1.8.1.7.

Schedule of Circuits

From the information supplied in the tender drawings and Specification the Contractor shall prepare and supply to the Engineer for approval a Final schedule of circuits for each distribution board. The circuits shall be so arranged as to achieve the following : (a) As far as possible, both active and reactive load shall be spread equally over the three phases for TP & N boards. (b) As far as possible, single phase socket outlets within one room or defined area shall be connected to the same phase. Under all circumstances a minimum distance of' 2 m must be achieved between any outlet, accessory or appliance connected to different phases of the supply. (c) Lighting and socket outlet supplies should be derived from the same phase within one room wherever practical. The circuiting shown on the drawings is typical only and shall be used as a guide to the number of outgoing ways required. The Contractor shall include in his tender for all necessary circuiting and ELCB protection required by MHEW/OES whether specifically indicated on the drawings or not. Final DB schedules will not be issued for tender. The contractor shall establish from the information shown on the drawings and in the specification the final number and ratings of outgoing MCBs and ELCBs required. The successful tenderer shall prepare all DB schedules for the approval of the engineer prior to submittal for approval to MHEW/OES. 1.1.8.1.8. Wiring

The system of wiring shall be as follows : (a) General (i) Single core PVC insulated cable installed in high impact, heavy duty PVC conduit or laid in galvanized sheet steel trunking as appropriate. Wiring shall not be bunched and tied within trunking.

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In areas with false ceilings the whole of the installation above false ceiling level shall be surface mounted using GI trunking and GI conduit. PVC conduit will not be permitted for above false ceiling mounted services. Trunking shall be used as the primary means of small wiring distribution. Individual conduit runs for each circuit emanating from the distribution board will not be permitted. Final circuit management up to the distribution board shall be by trunking. Sub-distribution XLPE/SWA/PVC multicore cables run on a system of galvanised steel cable tray and ladder as appropriate. (ii) Contractor to provide conduits for external wall/signage lights, roof fights etc. (iii) Contractor to provide conduits and wiring for parking area signage lights. (iv) Contractor to provide uPVC ducts and wiring for external facade lights and car park area lights. (b) Plantrooms (i) Single core PVC insulated cables laid in galvanised sheet steel trunking and surface Gl conduit as appropriate fixed to the internal structure. (ii) Multicore XLPE/SWA/PVC cables run on galvansed sheet steel cable tray fixed to the structure or hung from the ceiling slab soffit as appropriate. (c) Emergency lighting and fire alarm (i) MICC cable surface fixed for horizontal runs and sleeved in PVC conduit for vertical drops as far as possible. The PVC conduit shall be brought to within 100mm of the MICC glanding position. 1.1.8.1.9. Sizing of Trunking and Conduits

Trunking and Conduit shall be sized in accordance with BS7671, and main runs shall allow for at least 30% spare installation capacity for future extensions. All circuits shall be complete with a green/yellow circuit protective conductor. The minimum size of conduit used shall be 20mm. 1.1.8.1.10. Concealed Trunking and Conduits

Where Conduits must be concealed within the bonding fabric, they shall be concealed within blockwork walls and concrete slabs as necessary.

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PVC conduit may only be installed in floor screeds for unavoidable final wiring runs to low level outlets such as sockets and communications outlets and shall be subject to the approval of the structural engineer. Where PVC conduit is concealed in floor screed a galvanised reinforcing mesh shall be placed over and around the full run of conduit unless the depth of screed to the top of the largest conduit exceeds 25mm. 1.1.8.1.11. Cable Trays

Cable trays shall be heavy duty, steel and hot dipped galvanised after manufacture, with retum edge flange for internal and external service. Sun shades shall also be provided for external application. They shall be sized by, the Contractor in order to give adequate support for the number of cables to be carried in line with manufacturers recommendations and shall give sufficient space between cables to avoid undue derating due to grouping. 1.1.8.1.12. Cable Gland Shrouds

Cable gland shrouds shall be manufactured from PCP material. PVC shrouds will not be accepted. Shrouds shall be provided on all cable glands. 1.1.8.1.13. Lighting and Small Power Wiring

The minimum size of wiring for lighting and small power circuits shall be 2.5 mm2. Flexible cord used for final connection to individual light fittings shall have a minimum size of 1.5mm2. The lighting in public areas such as stairs, corridors, and foyers shall be either scheduled through the BMS(If applicable) or through Motion sensor switch . Local key operated switches shall be provided to override the BMS/Motion sensor. 1.1.8.1.14. Conductor Colour Coding

Conductor colour coding shall be as per the 17th Edition of IEE Wiring Regulation 1.1.8.1.15. Cable Sizing

Cables and wiring shall be adequately sized by the Contractor to continuously carry the maximum current expected in each circuit including spare capacity. Due regard must be taken of volt drop and protection considerations and also of derating factors associated with grouping of cables, ambient conditions and methods of installation. Cable sizes shown on the next sheet assume cables are "spaced" in accordance with BS7671. The Contractor to check and re-size the cables for approval by the engineer as necessary.
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1.1.8.1.16.

Fire Barriers

Where cable runs, conduit and trunking pass through fire barrier walls and partitions, they shall be sealed against smoke and fire by a proprietary material having third party verification of performance. Cable trunking shall also be sealed inside at the point where it passes through the barrier with the same material.

1.1.8.1.17.

Final Connection to Motors

Final connection to motors from a conduit or trunking system shall be by flexible, PVC covered, galvanized metal conduit (KOPEX or equivalent). 1.1.8.1.18. Expansion Couplings

Adequate allowance for expansion shall be made in all conduit, trunking and tray work runs where they cross building expansion joints or are subject to wide fluctuations in ambient temperature. 1.1.8.1.19. Finish of Accessories

The finish of accessories supplied by the Contractor shall be as follows: (a) All areas except plantrooms. MK/Crabtree/Britmac Wardsworth Metal clad (b) Plantrooms. MK MASTER SEAL or metalclad.

1.1.9. LIGHTING
1.1.9.1.1. Lighting Installation

The Contractor shall provide and install a lighting installation in accordance with the layout shown on the drawings . General light fittings shall be energy efficient, low maintenance and use long life lamps such as compact fluorescent, LED, metal halide or other high efficiency lamps. Triphosphor lamps shall be used in fluorescent light fittings.

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1.1.9.1.2.

Fluorescent Luminaires

Fluorescent luminaries shall comply as metioned elsewhere in this Specification. All standard and compact fluorescent luminaries shall have high frequency control gear giving a power factor of at least 0.9. Prismatic diffusers shall be manufactured from UV stabilised acrylic material which shall be cleaned with anti-static cleaning fluid after erection of the luminaire. All Fluorescent lights fixtures shall be T5 type with High quality HF ballasts.with minimum of 5 Years Warranty.

1.1.9.1.3.

Cold Cathode (Neon) Lighting (If applicable)

The Contractor shall engage a specialist sub-contractor to install cold cathode lighting as shown on the drawings. The Contractor shall submit for approval to the Engineer, prior to installation, full details of all equipments to be used including transformers, protective devices, type and rating of wiring, method of emergency switching and general installation details. 1.1.9.1.4. External Flood Lights

Flood lights shall be supplied complete with all necessary accessories and control gear of high power factor type. They are installed either recessed at ground level or on a small concrete plinth and the control gear and MCB cut out shall be located adjacent. All extemal flood lights shall be controlled by the lighting control system described elsewhere in this specification. External lighting shall comply with the recommendations of CIBSE LG6, the Out door environment and be highly resistant to salt air. External lighting shall be controlled by a photo-electric device with day omitting "time" switch, with Key operated switches shall be provided to override photoelectric devices. External lighting installation shall be carried out by using armoured cables buried directly or in ducts under asphalt roads. Separate circuit protective conductors shall be provided with each circuit 1.1.9.1.5. General a) All the luminaires used for this purpose will be of the type as indicated in detail in the Schedule of Luminaires on the Drawings. Public Area Lighting

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b) These luminaires shall be wired, using XLPE/SWA/PVC cables laid directly in the ground. c) The method of installation of the XLPE/SWA/PVC cable shall be as described under other sections of this Specification. d) Security, garden and street lighting shall be controlled by a photoelectric switch or a timer as manufactured by Siemens or other equal and approved with variable sensitivity control to enable the "Switch-on" point to be set relative to site conditions. The Installation shall incorporate manual ON/OFF over-ride switches as indicated on the Drawings. e) All external lighting shall be cooperated throught BMS controlled contactor with override facility. Combined Service Trenches XLPE/SWA/PVC cables laid direct in the ground will run in many cases in common "services zones" or common trenches with other services. It is essential that in these cases the minimum clearance between other services and between cables are maintained. Detailed installation of the above is indicated on the Drawings or described elsewhere in the Specification. 1.1.9.1.6. Ceiling Roses

Where fittings are located in false ceiling areas the final connection between the circuit hard wiring and the fittings shall be via a ceiling rose and flexible cord. The ceiling rose shall be provided with integral fixed looping in terminals. The flexible cord shall be of high temperature PVC type, suitable for an operation temperature of 85C. 1.1.9.1.7. Circuiting

The circuiting shown on the tender drawings is schematic only and intended to show the required switching arrangement. 1.1.9.1.8. Light Fittings In False Ceilings

Recessed fittings mounted in false ceilings shall be suspended from the structure via galvanised threaded hanger rods they shall not be suspended from the false ceiling. Galvanised wire supports will not be permitted. Fittings surface mounted onto false ceiling shall similarly be suspended from the structural siab by hanger rods unless the ceiling is designed to take the weight of the luminaries. Where luminaires are installed in false ceilings the final connection shall be carried out using 3 core double insulated fire retardant flexible cables via a 3
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pin plug in ceiling rose. Where the fitting has an integral emergency pack the ceiling rose shall be 4 pin, and coloured red. An earth continuity conductor shall be provided throughout the conduit system and solid brass terminals shall be provided at all outlets, junction boxes and distribution boards for terminating these conductors. The conductors shall be sized in accordance with the IEE Wiring Regulations. 1.1.9.1.9. Switches

Light switches shall be flush mounted at the positions indicated and shall generally conform to this Specification. Switches shall be suitable for inductive or resistive loads, generally single pole, and shall have a minimum current rating of 20AX. They shall be grouped in a single enclosure in a grid pattem and have a cover plate finished in accordance with the specification. The system used shall be capable of accepting accessories such as indicator lights, fused connection units and blanking plates in the place of a switch. All circuits connected to one phase shall be grouped together and phase barriers provided between circuits of different phases if necessary. Where different phases are present a warning label must be provided under the cover plate showing the presence of 415V. See standard detail drawing. Spare ways shall be fitted with blanking plates. 1.1.9.1.10. Lighting control Switch Units /Modules ( LCM )

Grid switch units shall be installed where shown on the drawings. Group of switches to be decided as group of 6 -12 fixtures per alternate circuits. If the circuits exceeds more than 6 nos ( ie 2 nos RYB) , contractor to provide contactor switch and all necessary control wiring to the respective DB to Switch ON/Off through LV wiring controlswitches. They shall be grouped in a single enclosure in a grid pattem and have a cover plate finish match to the sockets or other local switch patters as appropriate. 1.1.9.1.11. Emergency Light Fittings

Emergency light fittings will be by fittings as indicated on the drawings or Light fixtures schedule. Emergency light fittings shall be of the slave type utilizing 8W fluorescent lamps/LED Type. Exit signs shall also be 8W fluorescent.

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EXIT signs shall be connected to maintained circuits, emergency light fittings shall be connected to non-maintained circuits. EXIT signs shall be suitable for operating at 240V a.c. and d.c. Emergency light fittings shall be suitable for operating at 240V d.c. 1.1.9.1.12. General Standards

The Emergency Lighting System and all of its components shall be manufactured by an ISO 9001 19002 certified company to meet the requirements of BS 5266, EN 50171, EN 50172 and the local Civil Defence.

1.1.9.1.13.

Public Area Lighting Control

All public area lighting shall be controlled throught a highly efficient Timer contactor with override switch facility. Cabling shall be carried out with proper armoured type out door cables. 1.1.9.1.14. General a) The Contractor shall supply and install dimmer racks in the locations identified on the drawings and suitable for the control of the chandeliers and other light fittings indicated as being controlled by dimmers. b) The Contractor shall also supply and install the necessary switches in the location indicated on the drawings. These switches shall be of the type indicated, normally having four button controls for each major chandelier or group of small chandeliers in any one room. c) The Contractor shall ensure that the dimmer racks are compatible with the chandelier and other adjustable fittings and shall submit working drawings for approval prior to carrying out the wiring. d) Unless elsewhere instructed the dimmers shall be balanced to achieve the design lux level in each room on the highest switch point setting. e) Where practical, dimmer racks shall be located away from areas having a sound level requirement below NR 25 however, any noise generated by the equipment shall not cause break through into areas where the sound levels are controlled. f) Where inductive and resistive fittings are installed and are to be dimmed together, each type shall be connected to separate modules on the dimmer rack. Combined inductive and resistive loads on a single module will not be DIMMING SYSTEM.

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accepted however, each module shall be capable of handling all types of load ( inductive, resistive etc.) Lighting Control Systems a) Shall be manufactured by an ISO 9002 certified company with a history of more than twenty years of supplying architectural lighting control equipment to ensure credibility of warrantee and continuity of technical support. Five equivalent size project references in the Sultanate of Oman shall be provided for reference and system demonstration. b) The manufacturer shall have local support available in form of factory-trained Engineers and stocks to provide after sales service. c) The lighting control system shall comprise of Dimming/Switching racks, DMX512 interfaces and 8 channel Control (scene) Processors and Theatrical Desk Control (when specified). Power Handling Racks a) Racks shall be manufactured from 18swg mild steel and stove enameled in high temperature Alkyde Melamine. All racks shall be fitted with key lockable doors opening either to the left-hand side or right-hand side. The racks shall provide IP30 protection, tested to EN60529 and manufactured to EN60439. b) Racks shall be expandable to accept up to ((64 circuits) 32 dimmable / switchable twin plug-in 20 Amp modules, channels or a combination of twin modules with integrated input / output MCB, RCD, ELCB distribution and/or integrated Normal & Essential supply automatic transfer circuitry. c) Racks shall be supplied fully wired with pressure pad terminals for connection to incoming supplies, final load circuits and external control elements. d) All terminal blocks shall be suitably referenced by permanently fitted C.A.D. generated labels, which have been produced directly from approved manufacturing drawings. Final load circuits shall be labeled in accordance with the final load designation on the drawings. e) Panels require front access only for connection and servicing. f) Removable gland plates shall be provided to enable side, top and bottom cable entry. g) All modules shall have MCB protection on the power input side (between mains input and dimmer module) and on the output side (between the dimmer output and load), by means of single pole MCB circuit breakers rated at 9kA for each dimming/switching channel. Common input MCB protection shall not be acceptable. The MCBs shall be readily accessible to enable them to be changed or added to if on-site conditions change. The type of
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MCB used shall be selected to prevent nuisance tripping due to surge currents, when load is switched to full on, whilst at the same time providing adequate protection. h) The Rack Contain one input 4 pole ELCB for every 6 dimming/switching circuits to provide distributed protection to earth leakage fault. i) Utilise natural convection cooling at any output up to the full rated load and shall maintain the equipment contained therein at a safe operating temperature, in ambient temperatures from 0 to 40 C. Cooling fans shall not be acceptable. j) The contractor shall be required to provide input feed wiring, load wiring and control wiring which terminate to the rack terminals. No other wiring or assembly by the contractor shall be required. k) The low voltage power to drive the microprocessor and scene controllers should be derived from all the three phases of incoming mains power supply. Construction a) MCBs and terminals within the rack shall be labeled according to the circuit number to which they relate or the module or control element being protected. b) All module locations shall be labeled in a corresponding manner. c) Internal wire used within the unit shall be to BS 6231 and have a 105C temperature rating. d) All wiring shall be harnessed in wire ducts with cable ties at sufficient intervals to present a neat orderly appearance. e) All connections made during installation shall be to clearly labeled terminals. f) Units shall be capable of single or three-phase operation at 240/415V, 50 Hz. Dimming and Switching Modules a) Dimming and Switching Modules shall be twin 20 amps rated i.e. each module should provide 2 independent 20 amps rated dimming/switching circuits. It should be possible, within a twin module, to assign/program one channel as dimming circuit and another channel as switching circuit. b) Dimming and Switching Modules shall be of an independent "plug-in standalone" design with all electrical and mechanical components mounted on a single withdraw able aluminium chassis including its dedicated heat sink, utilizing front mounted screws to ensure the integrity of the rack fixing.

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The module shall include two front mounted hot swappable connection sockets, one for power and other for control. c) Each module shall have all its electronics fully shrouded in an enclosure. Exposed card type modules/racks shall not be acceptable. Systems with common heat sink and components mounted outside of the dimmer modules shall not be acceptable. d) The losses inherent in transformers and/or accessory dimming ballasts for fluorescent lighting shall be construed as part of the load. e) Dimming and Switching Modules shall incorporate protection circuitry to disable the input control voltage and provide a separate relay switched output for installations requiring a separate cathode heater supply. The point at which the protection circuitry operates shall be adjustable, to occur at any level between 0 and 20% output. Fluorescent modules shall also be suitable for operation with approved electronic dimmable ballasts. f) Dimming and Switching Modules shall utilise encapsulated single thyristors in a reverse parallel pair arrangement to control the power applied to the load. They shall be capable of withstanding surges without impairment to performance. g) Dimming and Switching Modules shall be voltage stabilised such that a +/10% change in line voltage shall cause no more than a +/- 0.5% change in output voltage. h) Dimming and Switching Modules shall have 'guaranteed hard firing' circuitry that provides gate current to thyristors from the trigger point to the end of the half cycle without any interruption. Units without guaranteed hard firing shall not be acceptable. i) Dimming and Switching Modules shall incorporate filtering circuits that comply with EN50081-1, EN50014, EN50082-1, IEC1000-2-2. j) Dimming and Switching Modules shall be capable of single phase operation at 100 / 120 / 240V, 50 or 60 Hz. k) All switched circuits shall be controlled via configurable solid state modules or switching modules incorporating an output relay or contractor, suitable for controlling the loads as specified. Dimmer Control Plate (DCP) a) DCPs shall be provided with a minimum of 8 scene push buttons and master raise/lower option as specified to enable push button selection of designated lighting scenes, raise/lower functionality and infra red reception.

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b) The DCPs shall interconnect with the processors and other DCPs via a high speed RS485 communications highway. c) Each DCP can be configured to provide control for up to: 24-scene selection LED illuminated push buttons. d) Raise/Lower functionality may also be provided using digital potentiometers. When a scene is selected, either at the panel or by remote means, the corresponding LED shall illuminate and all other LEDs shall extinguish. It shall be possible however, for the scenes to be formed into master groups, for the purpose of controlling the LEDs such that in any group only one LED is illuminated at a time. Using this grouping facility, it shall be possible to have several LEDs on the same panel illuminated at any given time. Any group settings can be reconfigured on site. e) The DCP shall contain means by which the scenes designated on any panel can be changed via external inputs (such as from room partition switches). f) The DCP shall be available with a wide variety of faceplate finishes and styles to match the aesthetics of the room or area it is contained in. g) The maximum size for an 8 scene control plate with master raise/lower and infra-red receiver shall be 86mm x 86mm and fit a standard UK spec. single gang wallbox. h) Be capable of remote control via TCP/IP either by dial up connection or via the Internet The BMS shall link the system to a Fire Alarm system or BMS system. The unit shall provide facilities for the selection of full on using momentary volt free contacts of 1.1.10. GENERAL POWER 1.1.10.1.1. General

The Contractor shall supply and install a small power installation as shown on the drawings consisting of : (a) 13 amp switched socket outlets. (b) 13 amp switched fused connection units. (c) Other Isolator/accessories as shown on the drawings. (d) Wiring conduit/trunking. (e) Floor Outlet boxes in Management Office.

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All socket outlets shall be connected on the ring main principle unless specifically indicated otherwise. 1.1.10.1.2. Floor Outlet Boxes

(a) A 250 x 250 mm basic service box manufactured from heavy gauge sheet steel complete with a steel throwaway screeding lid. (b) 3 no. outlet panels to allow 2 x 13 A socket outlets 1 telephone outlet and data outlet. (c) 250 x 250 edge trim trap and frame suitable for carpet/Tiles inlay. Each outlet box shall be interconnected by conduit as shown on the drawing. 1.1.10.1.3. Waterproof Apparatus

All electrical apparatus and accessories mounted outside the building, exposed weather and wet areas shall be of weatherproof construction with a minimum classification of protection of IP65. 1.1.10.1.4. Water Heaters

Final connection to water heaters will be via connection units with flex outlets located adjacent to the heaters. plugs and socket outlets are not be used. Remote 20A DP switches controlling water heaters shall be provided with neon indicating lamp and shall be engraved Water Heater Flexible cords used for final connection to water heaters shall have insulation suitable for operation at least 85C 1.1.10.1.5. Neon Indicators

All switched or unswitched fused spur outlets and 20/32/45A double pole isolating switches shall incorporate a 0.5 watt neon indicating lamp. 1.1.10.1.6. Switched Fused Spur Connection Units

Fuse sizes provided in 13A switched fused connection units shall be suitable for the item connected to them and shall he in line with the equipment manufacturer's recommendations, e.g. 2A for small extract fans, 13A for 2kW hand dryers, etc. 1.1.10.1.7. Earth Bonding of Service Pipes

Earth bonding of service pipes shall be carried out with properly designed 'TENBY' type pipe earthing clips which shall afford adequate electrical

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connection to the pipe and provide a means for properly terminating the bonding cable lug. 1.1.11. FIRE ALARM DETECTION SYSTEM
Fire Alarm System

System shall comprises of Analogue Addressable detection as per the latest requirements by the ROP.
1. Addressable fire alarm Detection

The Contractor shall supply, install, test, connect and commission a high quality fast-acting electronic Analogue Addressable Fire Detection System as shown on the drawings and specified herein. All component of fire alarm system shall be product of a single manufacturer and shallconform to the requirements of IEC 60839, BS 5750 Quality AssuranceStandard, Underwriter's Laboratories (UL) and Factory Mutual (FM) or equivalent Codes. BS 5839: Part 1 1988 - CODE OF PRACTICE FOR SYSTEM DESIGN, INSTALLATION AND SERVICING, Loss Prevention Certification Board UK (LPCB) approval with all relevant clauses of EN54 pt2 & 4 for the Fire Alarm panel and EN54 pt 5 & 7 for detectors. The Contractor shall supply, install, commission and maintain an automatic Fire Alarm System including all accessories, and cabling as per the drawings. The system shall have a network to interconnect a number of fire alarm control panels and allow fire messages and fire plans to be passed between panels. It shall allow an operation at one panel to control other panels. Each panel shall have individual isolation circuits. The network shall be powered from the control panels and shall continue to operate in case of a main electricity failure for 72 hours All detection circuits must be monitored against open/short circuits and ground faults. Should a malfunction occur in any circuit, this must result in a trouble condition on this detection zone, while all other zones continue operating normally Each area shall be provided with a separate zone. The system should comply with the latest British Standards and should be approved by ROP Civil Defence. Equipment and accessories installed outside the building or near open area shall be weatherproof to IP67. Wiring inside the building shall be carried out either by MICC/Pirelli cables or by PVC copper wires in concealed conduits as per ROP requirements. No joints in the wiring will be permitted. Fire alarm cables shall not be routed through the duct used for other electrical wiring purposes. The panel should be compact, self contained and complying to BS 5839: Part 1 and 4. The trigger input circuit and both alarm faults which includes the fuse failure in the alarm output circuit. There should be LED panel indicators for fire
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operated by a key switch for normal, test, silence (of external bells) and reset. The panel should be trouble free type and complete with the following: Zone fault/alarm detection and identification.

Self monitoring to detect system/equipment/battery fault. Volt free contracts for alarm to repeater panel and for airconditioners. Connections of additional audible alarm to panel. Long life nickel cadmium batteries, battery charger, inverter etc. All panel boards shall be inscribed in Arabic and English.

smoke detectors smoke detectors shall be of optical type surface mounting type comprising a base and a removable detector head. The base can be fixed directly on the ceiling or either on a BESA box or a BS 1363 box. Detectors shall be able to operate between 16-32 volts and have a LED for identification of fire condition. Heat detectors: heat detectors shall be of Rate of rise heat detectors which shall function on both the rate of rise and fixed temperature principles of operation. These detectors shall be of low profile design, white in color and be provided with locking base for mounting on a standard electrical box. These detectors shall be installed where located on plans. Break glass units: Break glass units shall be surface mounted stove enameled aluminium housing. The alarm button should jump out when the glass is broken. units shall be inscribed in Arabic and English. Break glass units shall be provided with a polycarbonate clear hinged cover to reduce accidental breaking and false alarm. Alarm Bells: General alarm bells shall be of motorized type, 150mm diameter, 24V DC. Bells shall be suitable for installation overstandard 1 gang back box. Bells shall be finished red. External bells,if required, shall be weatherproof. Bells should be red coloured and inscribed in Arabic and English. Alarm Sounder: Multipurpose loop powered electronic sounder with3 programmable signals, 180 mm dia. shall be conforming to LPCB,BS 5839 Part 1 or equivalent Standards with sound output of minimum 98 DBA at 1 meter distance, adjustable volume levels andingress protection of IP30. External sounders, if required, shall be weatherproof Interface Units: These shall be used to give/accept contacts from other services required to be interfaced with the fire alarm system e.g. interfacing with
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AHUs, Elevators, Pressurisation Fans, etc as indicated in the Fire Alarm schematic. It shall be installed on the loop along with sensors, MCPs, sounders, etc and shall be soft addressable type with built in isolator. All inputs and outputs are to be full monitored for cable faults. The power supply units, if required with the interfaces, shall also be monitored for any faults. Printer Unit The printer shall register time and location of all alarm or fault conditions. A framed sketch drawn on a glossy paper to be fixed near the Fire Alarm Panels highlighting areas of zone distribution. All writing shall be typed in Arabic and English. The Contractor has to obtain approval form ROP civil defence on completion of the works. The Contractor shall arrange for and pay all necessary charges for connecting the fire alarm system to central monitoring system of S.F.P.S. and provide a three pair telephone cable in concealed conduits from fire alarm panel to telephone cabinet. All works and necessary charges shall be included within the quoted price.

1.1.12. TELEPHONE /DATA SYSTEM

1.1.12.1.1.

General

1. The Works include for the external ducting system, internal conduit, external and internal wiring and distribution cases. 2. The installation shall comply with BS 6701 Part 1:1990 and Part 2"1987 and with the local regulations of the Oman Telecommunication Company/ Nawras. 3. All the materials, equipment, components, etc. provided shall be suitable for the local weather conditions of 50 deg.C ambient temperature and 95% relative humidity. 4. The Contractor shall include for all the necessary works and liaise with the Employer in order to carry out the telephone network. 1.1.12.1.2. Scope of work

These specifications call for the supply, delivery to site, installation, testing and commissioning of a key telephone system, inclusive of cabling as described hereunder. All the required approvals from OMANTEL/ NAWRAS shall be obtained by the equipment supplier. The Works include for the external and internal wiring and distribution cases. 1.1.12.1.3. External Ducting

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The external ducting shall be a combination of UPVC pipes and manholes. The routing and size of the ducting and exact location of manholes shall be as indicated on the Drawings. All the pipe work shall be PVC cable ducting shall comply with BS3506:1969 All pipes shall be laid at a depth of 600mm minimum. To avoid possible damage or deformation of the pipe, the ground in which it is laid shall be made as uniform as possible and materials in contact with the pipes shall be free of large stones, sharp edged flints and other hard objects. The trench bottom shall be carefully examined and any projection removed. In areas where rock or variable soil containing large stones, boulders, tree roots or soft pockets, a prepared will compacted bed of 75mm thickness, made of selected granular material shall be necessary. In all cases care should be taken to remove any levelling pegs or temporary packing such as wooden plants and wedges. Selected granular material shall then be carefully placed and compacted alongside the underside of the pipes up to and more than 75mm above the crown. PVC ducts shall be jointed by using the solvent cement method and be made watertight as far as possible. Where PVC ducting crosses under roads, the trench shall be prepared and concrete of at least 100mm be poured to surround the duct. For temporary storage in the field, where racks are not available, care should be taken that the ground is level and free from loose stones; pipes stored thus shall not exceed three layers high and shall be stacked to prevent movement. 1.1.12.1.4. Internal Conduit

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The installation in general shall be concealed in the walls, roof slab and subfloor, using PVC conduits. The type of PVC conduit to be used and the method of installation shall be as described elsewhere in the Specification. The Contractor shall supply and install all main telephone junction box, telephone outlets and draw-in boxes as indicated on the Drawings. If any additional draw-in boxes are required, then these shall be so located as to exclude in any way the possibility of overhearing. The conduit work, telephone junction box, etc erected for the telephone system shall be used solely for telephone cables and under no circumstances shall it be used for cables belonging to other services. Full
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The Contractor shall be responsible for the complete supply, installation, testing and commissioning of the works as indicated on the Drawings and described in the Specification. The internal wiring to the various telephone points shall be in accordance with BS 3573:1990, individual 3-core cables; each core shall be 0.8mm diameter tinned copper with minimum 0.4mm thick PVC. The cores shall be uniformly twisted together so that cross-talk in the compete table is negligible. Each core shall have the approved colour code. The external cables shall be of jelly filled construction with the following characteristics to BS 3575:1990: Outer Jacket: High molecular weight low density polyethylene and flooded with the filling compound such as polyethylene modified petrolatum. Case Covering : Non hygroscopic dielectric tape. Conductor Insulation: High density polyethylene or polypropylene. Insulation of conductors to be fully colour coded. Filling Compound: Polyethylene modified petrolatum or other suitable compound approved by OTC. Conductor : Solid annealed copper. The insulation resistance between the line conductors should not be less than 50 Megohms, measured at a voltage of 250V a.c.

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Network Solid Cable Network Ethernet cables, UTP Cat6 at least, solid copper core (as per need) Network Patch Cable Network Ethernet cables, UTP Cat6 at least, stranded copper core, patch cord, three meters, blue color, pre-terminated (568B standard), pre-tested, booted. Network Patch Cable Network Ethernet cables, UTP Cat6 at least, stranded copper core, patch cord, one meters, gray color, pre-terminated (568B standard), pre-tested, booted. Network Socket
Network Ethernet sockets, PVC, RJ45 Cat6 at least, 568B, dual outlets.

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1.1.12.1.6. a)

Distribution & Sub Distribution Cabinets The telephone cabinets shall be of the indoor type. The unit shall be fully tropicalised and suitable for operation in local conditions (ambient temperature of 50C, relative humidity of 95%). All exposed metal work shall be blast cleaned to BS70790:1990 second quality, and given one coat of Lead Zinc primer followed by undercoat and at least two coats of Grey low shine top coat. Internal metalwork with the exception of metal conductors, etc. shall be protected in a similar manner to the external metalwork. Alternatively anti-condensation finish may be applied on a suitable primer. It is essential that pairs of wires shall not be split. The distribution cases shall provide separate terminals for incoming and outgoing cables with cross-connection facilities. Cable conductors shall be wired with approximately 100mm of slack to the soldering tags and the cross-connections terminated on screw-terminals. The ends of two conductors shall not be placed under the same terminal unless the terminal is suitably designed for this purpose. Spare conductors which are not wired to terminal shall be left long enough to reach any terminal. They shall be neatly laced together and stowed at the side of the box so as not to form an obstruction to other wiring. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

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SYSTEM FEATURES a). Outgoing call restriction on a per extension basis : multi-level or by number prefix b). Power failure transfer : Pre-selected extensions to be automatically connected to OMANTEL/ NAWRAS lines during complete system shutdown c). Power Backup : In case of mains failure, the system should operate continuously for up to 4 hours d). System programming via the executive sets e). Inward system access with voice prompts : Incoming callers can dial- in directly to an extension after voice prompt. It shall be possible to activate or deactivate this feature as needed. f). Caller identification (external and internal) on any or all extension set(s).

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STANDARD SET FEATURES a). b). c). d). e). f). g). Full hands-free dialing and automatic intercom answering Call transfer Call forwarding Do not disturb Paging on extension sets Programmable keys for features, speed dial and trunk lines Redial

EXECUTIVE SET FEATURES (same as with the Standard plus the following) a). Display of time, date, dialed number, call duration and caller ID. b). Intrusion or executive override 1.1.12.1.8. DOCUMENTATIONS

Relevant drawings, complete technical and maintenance manuals and programming guides shall be supplied and furnished with the equipment. No completion certificate will be issued without these documentations. 1.1.13. AUTOMATIC ROAD BARRIER Heavy-duty type approved road barrier to be provided at the location shown in the drawings. This shall also be operated through card readers fixed near the barrier. Beside these, it should also be operated manually in case of emergencies. This shall be included the following, Heavy-duty motor assembly with overload protection. Automatic closing timer. Manual release function during power failure and emergency. Key selector operation. Manual push button for open/close function located in the caretaker room. Opening and closing timer adjustment. Automatic exit opening through magnetic loop detection for vehicle exit through gate including magnetic loop detector, magnetic loop and related accessories. 50 nos. cards for opening the barrier. Interfacing with BMS All necessary cabling up to BMS room/nearest DDC panel.

The road barrier shall be warranted for three years from the date of handing over and the Contractor shall include for necessary spare parts required during this period within their quoted price. The Contractor shall also submit the annual maintenance value, list of spare parts and cost of spare parts alongwith the Tender submission.

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Contractor shall include for necessary builders works, conduiting, cabling, junction boxes etc. all complete for proper functioning of the road barrier within his quoted price. 1.1.14. SCHEDULE OF MANUFACTURERS The contractor may propose any of the suppliers listed or an alternative equal and approved by the Engineer. Any alternatives upon which the tender is based must be stated at the time of tender otherwise the tender is deemed to include one of the suppliers listed below.
ITEM Main distribution boards Sub-main & final distribution boards Cables and building wires Earthing equipment PVC Conduit Flexible Conduit GI cable ladder GI Conduit / trunking GI flush box/Back box GI CableTray Accessories Fire Alarm Floor Access Boxes Isolators Central battery emergency lighting equipment UPS Equipment EIB Equipment Standby generator equipment Public address/music MANUFACTURER DORMAN SMITH/MERLIN GERIN/ABB DORMAN SMITH / MERLIN GERIN / ABB OCI/DUCAB / PIRELLI / DELTA FURSE / WALLIS HOTACE/OMANPLAST MUNA NOOR, AMAINTIT /DECODUCT / MK (EGA)/ MT KOPEX,DURATUBE GERSAN (0.8 Mic) GERSAN (0.8 Mic) BARTON/MK/DECODUCT/WALSAL (Heavy duty) GERSAN (0.8 Mic) MK/ WANDSWORTH/BRITMAC NOTIFIER/GENT/CERBERUS/SIMPLEX/ VESDA MK/WANDSWORTH/BRITMAC MK/ABB STROMBERG/MEM SANTON CEAG/GENT LIEBERT/SIEMENS ABB/HAGER/SIEMENS CUMMINS/CATERPILLAR PROMEDIA/SIBCA/PANATECH

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system integrators PA/BGM cables CCTV system integrators Automatic transfer switch BELDEN/RAYDEX-CDT BOSH/SIBCA/PANATECH/TECTRONICS/PROMEDIA ASCO/ABB/SCHNEIDER Nooroman/RZB/DESANO/RIGGIANI/ZUMTOBEL/CONCOR D/COOPER ,PHILIPS-HOLLAND,WHITECROFT-UK TELEMECHANIQUE JOHNSON CONTROLS, HONEYWELL FURSE(UK), WALLIS /SATELLITE

Lighting Fixtures Contactor/timer,selection switch BMS Lightning Protection

Note: Contractor shall forward a minimum of 2 alternate proposals all the materials, from approved suppliers/make submittal for consultant/client final approval.

1.1.15. SCHEDULE OF LIGHT FITTINGS The contractor shall be responsible for checking the totals and reference numbers before ordering. Contractor shall forward a minimum of 2 alternate proposals (as specified in specification not other)from approved suppliers/make submittal for consultant/client final approval.

Light schedule 1.1.16. APPENDIX I COMPLIANCE WITH STANDARDS Component parts of the installation such as Cables, Apparatus, Equipment and Accessories complying with the Standards quoted below shall be deemed to satisfy the requirement of these specifications.

SUBJECT Fuses 13 amp Fuses 250 volt Distribution Boards with MCBs Consumer Units Miniature circuit breakers (MCB) Moulded case circuit breaker (MCB) Single pole switches Degree of Protection

I.E.C. 269 269 439 439 898 947 669 529

B.S. 1362 1361 5486 5486 EN 60898 EN 60947 3676 EN 60529

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Protection against corrosion Socket outles, 13 amp Ceiling roses Cooker control units Isolating transformers Conduit, steel Adaptable boxes Conduit, PVC Trunking steel Cables PVC Cables flexible Cables, MICC Cables, MICC, fittings Cables glands Marking of conductors by colour Lampholders, Edison Screw Luminaries Distribution units for building sites Distribution of Electricity on building sites Residual current circuit breakers Industrial socket outlets

742 227 227 / 245 702 702 446 238 598 1008 309

1706 1363 67 4177 EN 60742 4568 4568 4607 4678 6004 6500 6207 6207 6121 EN 60446 EN 60238 4533 4363 7375 EN 61008 EN 60309

NOTE: The Contractor shall provide Warranty Certificates of all Installed Equipment Possessing Warranty and shall be from an authorized local dealer. These Certificates shall be submitted along with the O&M manuals prior to handing over the project.

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