Spec Standby Generators

SECTION 16850
DIESEL GENERATOR
DEWAN Building - UAQ Electrical Specifications
Block 1, Sector 8 Plot 6, Al Khor 1, UAE Section 16850: Diesel Generator
PART 1
DIESEL GENERATOR SETS
TABLE OF CONTENT
1.0 GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCE
1.2 DESCRIPTION OF WORK
1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE
1.4 SUBMITTALS
2.0 PRODUCTS
2.1 TYPE OF DIESEL ENGINE AND OPERATING CONDITIONS
2.2 FUEL
2.3 ENGINE LUBRICATION
2.4 GOVERNOR
2.5 STARTING SYSTEM
2.6 COOLING SYSTEM
2.7 SAFETY GUARDS
2.8 SILENCERS
2.9 AIR FILTERS
2.10 GENERATOR
2.11 VENTILATION
2.12 VOLTAGE REGULATION
2.13 PULLEY BLOCK
2.14 ENGINE/GENERATOR CONTROL PANEL AND AUTOMATIC TRANSFER
SWITCH
2.15 SET MOUNTINGS
2.16 MODE OF OPERATION
3.0 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
3.2 TESTING AND COMMISSIONING
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PART 2
STAND BY DIESEL GENERATOR SET
TABLE OF CONTENT
1.1 GENERAL
1.3 FUEL SYSTEM
1.4 DAILY SERVICE TANK AND STORAGE TANK
1.6 CRANKSHAFT
1.7 GOVERNOR
1.8 STARTING SYSTEM
1.9 COOLING SYSTEM
1.10 SAFETY GUARDS
1.11 EXHAUST SYSTEM
1.12 AIR FILTERS
1.13 GENERATOR
1.14 VENTILATION
1.16 GENERAL DESCRIPTION FOR MULTI BAY AUTO SYNCHRONIZING
SWITCHGEAR.
1.17 SET MOUNTINGS
1.18 LOCAL REPRESENTATION
1.19 AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH (A.T.S.)
1.20 INSTALLATION
1.21 SITE TEST
1.22 GENERAL CONDITIONS

DIESEL GENERATOR SETS
1.0 GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCE
Conform to General Requirements for Electrical Services of Division 16.
1.2 DESCRIPTION OF WORK
1.2.1 This Specification covers the supply, installation and commissioning of diesel
generating plant consisting of diesel generator set, daily tanks; main storage
tanks fuel pumps and related control panel supplied in accordance with the
specification as follows:
a) The generating set shall be provided complete with all ancillary plant and
apparatus, associated control and alarm panels, switchgear, interconnecting
wiring, cabling, and all other equipment required for the operation of the set.
b) The rating of the sets shall be adequate to meet the estimated load as shown
on the drawing while taking into consideration t h e ambient temperature
conditions of 50 deg.C and 100% humidity.
c) The generator shall also be capable of handling the starting current of the
connected equipment with the voltage dip within units acceptable to the
equipment (connected) manufacturers.
d) While taking into consideration the ambient temperature conditions referred to

in this specification:
The generator rating indicated on the drawings is the power rating of the
diesel generator set after applying the derating factors to compensate for the
ambient temperature and humidity indicated in the specification.
e) The Contractor shall provide all details of these equipment to the

Generator Manufacturers to ensure that they consider the characteristics of
these loads (such as power factor, harmonic content, etc.) When selecting
generator components. The Contractor shall verify the manufacturers
selection and offer to the Engineer for approval. A complete selection
strategy shall be prepared detailing step loads and timed delays to ensure
minimal droop etc.
1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE
Design, manufacture, testing and method of installation of all apparatus and

materials furnished under requirement of this specification shall conform to
latest publications or standard rules of the following:

a) Electric Water Authorities regulations for electrical installation works

b) Department of Civil Defense requirements
c) Etisalat standards and requirements
The following are relevant IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, BS Specification

recommendations except where modified by this specification:-
NEMA-ICS Industrial Controls and Systems
NEMA-MG1 Motors and Generators
NEMA-PB2 Dead Front Distribution
NEMA-RI2 General Purpose and Communication
NFPA-30 Flammable and Combustible Liquid Code
NFPA-37 Stationary Combustion Engine and Gas Turbine
NFPA-70 National Electrical Code
ANSI-C39.1 Electrical Analog Indicating Instrument
DEMA Standard Practice for Stationery Diesel and

Gas Engines
IEEE-20 Low Voltage AC Power Circuit

used in enclosures
IEEE-5G Semi Conductor Rectifier Components IEEE
472 Guide for Surge Withstand Capability Tests
IEC34, BS5000 Part 99 Rotating electrical machines
IEC 51, BS89 Indicating Instruments
BS 5514 Performance of Reciprocating Compression

Ignition Engines
IEC 95, BS3911 Lead Acid Starter Batteries
Local Representation
It should be noted that all equipment manufacturers shall have authorized

representation in the Emirates of Abu Dhabi supported with maintenance
Engineers and adequate stock of spare parts.
1.4 SUBMITTALS
1.4.1 Drawings, Operating and Maintenance Instructions

a) All drawings shall be to scale and fully detailed. All important dimensions shall
be given and the material of which each part is to be constructed shall be
indicated.
b) Drawings for approval shall be submitted in duplicate as prints and, after

having been approved by Consultant, the Contractor shall supply any further
copies required by the Consultant as per the contract requirements.
c) The following is a list of the drawings which should be submitted by the

Contractor:
i. Layout (dimensioned) of diesel generating set, fuel storage tanks etc.

ii. Proposed layout (dimensioned) of the Generator Room.
iii. Proposed layout (dimensioned) of control cubicle and Auto Transfer Switch
iv. Proposed layout of generator circuit breaker cubicles.
v. Layout (dimensioned) of main fuel storage tanks, fuel pumps, piping, valves,
piping in trench etc.
d) The following list of drawings to be submitted by the Contractor for approval

within two months from the commencement date or such other period as may
be agreed with the Consultant:
i. Drawings corresponding to all drawings submitted by the Contractor with his

Tender.
ii. Foundation block of diesel generating set.
iii. Foundation details for diesel generator house floor, including cable and pipe
trenches.
iv. Detailed drawings of all components of equipment, including fuel tanks,

exhaust and silencers, fuel pump set etc.
v. Detailed layout of the control cubicles and Auto Transfer Switch.
vi. Details and schematic of any integral part of each unit.
vii. Complete schematic diagrams of:-
- Protective gear (both mechanical and electrical).

- Diesel set control, indication and alarm circuits.
- AVR's.
- Circuit breaker control and indication circuits.
e) Complete wiring diagrams.
f) Detail of protective relays, accessories and current transformers including

particulars of wiring and drilling dimensions.
g) Details and arrangements of all auxiliary plant and kiosks.
h) Instrument scales.
i) Materials list.
j) Layout and schedule of main and multi core cables.
2.0 PRODUCTS
2.1.1 The engine shall be turbo-charged and after-cooled and shall be capable of
giving prime rated power for standby operation at site not less than the
specified output and an excess 10% overload capacity for one hour in every 12
hours of operation.
2.1.2 Engine shall operate at a maximum speed of 1500 rpm. The site rating shall be
based on the specified site operating conditions. If the site rating is less than
the stated catalogue rating a detailed explanation of the de-rating shall be
submitted for approval.
2.1.3 The site rating of the generator, irrespective of engine rating shall also be
stated and the rating of the set will be based on the lower of the two.
2.2 FUEL
The engine to be supplied shall operate on fuel of the light distillate type.
2.2.1 Fuel Handling System
Fuel Oil Pipe work
a) Pipes shall be seamless black steel conforming to ASTM A53 Sch 40.
b) Pipe work shall be all welded construction with socket weld fittings.
c) Pipe work installation shall comply with the relevant clauses of the air
conditioning specifications.
d) Pipe size shall be capable to handle the required fuel to the daily tanks for
continues operation of all the generators.
2.2.2 Fill Connections
a) Fill connection coupling shall be quick lock to suite local diesel supply vehicles.
b) The fill point shall include an overfill alarm unit with muting switch operated by
a float switch within the storage tank.
c) Fuel Oil Transfer Pump set
d) The fully weather proof package pump sets including stand by pump shall be
complete with isolating and non return valves, pressure release valve,
pressure gauge and suction strainer all assembled on a bedplate. The pumps
shall be self priming and shall operate on flooded suction systems. In addition to
the manifold relief valve each pump shall have an integral relief.
The fuel pumps size ( gpm & head ) shall be capable to handle the required fuel
to the daily tanks for continues operation of all the generators.
2.2.3 Diesel Oil Storage Tank
a) Diesel oil storage tanks shall comply with the requirements of ADNOC and shall
be installed in accordance with ADNOC and the local Civil Defense
requirements.
b) Tank construction shall be of minimum 6mm thick plate steel complying with
ASTM A 283.
c) Tappings shall be provided for fill, vent, suction and drain. Vents shall include
a flame arrestor.
d) A tank mounted oil level gauge shall be provided to monitor fuel level locally and
at a remote location close to the fuel fill point. Remote indicator shall be
housed in a cabinet to the approval of the Consultant.
e) Installation of tank shall be level on minimum 300mm high legs.
f) A bulk fuel storage tank with capacity to cover 24 hours consumption at full
load shall be provided in addition to a daily fuel storage tank with capacity to
cover 8 hours consumption.
2.3.1 Lubrication of the engine shall be by means of an engine driven integral pump.
The pump shall have on the suction side a course strainer.
2.3.2 The Contractor shall ensure that the lubricating oil system capacity shall be
sufficient to enable the engine to run continuously for 12 hours at any load
without replenishment.
2.3.3 A semi rotary pump, glob valve and end cap shall be provided to discharge the
oil during maintenance.
2.4 GOVERNOR
The governor shall be of the electronic type. It shall control the speed within
the limits laid down in the respective standards and be capable of adjusting the
engine speed to a minimum of 5% above and below the rated speed. The
engine shall be fitted with a 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
lock-out the generator circuit breaker in the event of the automatic device
operating.

2.5 STARTING SYSTEM
2.5.1 Electric starting equipment shall be provided and 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 two 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 time controlled by equipment. At the
failure of the second attempt the starter circuit shall be locked out pending
manual re-setting.
2.5.2 The equipment shall include an adequately rated maintenance free lead/acid
starter battery together with a charger. The battery charger will be supplied
from the mains and an engine driven dynamo is also required. Battery rack
shall be provided for the battery and the battery shall be protected against
accidental, mechanical or electrical damage.
2.5.3 The battery charger shall have a continuous output rating sufficient to recharge
the battery from 1.8 V to a fully charged condition in a period of 8 hours
allowing for any steady load on the battery. The characteristics shall be such
as to ensure an automatic voltage charge at 2.3 V/cell provided the input
voltage and frequency shall remain within +/- 6% and +/- 2% respectively of
normal value. The charger shall be mounted remote from the engine and shall
include a battery charge fail alarm. Battery charger shall have automatic
switch to disconnect the charger during engine starting.
2.5.4 Without power supply to the charger, the battery shall be capable of providing no
fewer than four starting cycles within a period of 1 minute. Upon restoring power
supply to the charger immediately thereafter, the charger shall be capable
of restoring the battery, within 30 minutes, to a condition in which one more
starting cycle can be completed.
2.6 COOLING SYSTEM
The engine shall be provided with a tropical water 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 mounted on the engine and
shall be cooled by an axial flow fan. A calculation for the backpressure on the
fan shall be forwarded for approval. The contractor shall upgrade the fan
capacity or to provide alternative accessories in order to achieve a back
pressure on the fan within the manufacturer's recommendation range. A
centrifugal pump shall be supplied to circulate the coolant. All necessary
ducting between the radiator exhaust and external louvre to be supplied and
installed by the contractor to suit the generator set requirements.
2.7 SAFETY GUARDS
All moving parts shall be adequately guarded, to the satisfaction of the

COMPANY, in order to prevent danger to personnel.
2.8 SILENCERS
2.8.1 Engine shall be efficiently silenced with residential grade silencer complete
with interconnecting exhaust pipe and fitting. Supports for each complete
system shall be of the anti-vibration type and shall be so arranged that no
weight is carried by the engine set. Due allowance for expansion of the
exhaust system shall be made by the inclusion of expansion bellows if
necessary. Silencer shall be supplied complete with a drain off point. The
complete system including brackets shall be supplied galvanized and shall be
insulated within the building.
2.8.2 The silencers and exhaust pipe work shall be insulated within the building as
follows:-
The silencers and exhaust pipes shall be provided with 25mm stools, welded
on, to accept extruded mesh to provide a 25mm air gap between the hot
surface, and insulation to be applied. The insulation shall be 75mm thick
preformed rigid insulation wired on and then covered with hammered
aluminum sheet.
2.8.3 The Contractor shall be responsible for providing and installing stainless steel
fittings and wall plates necessary to carry the tail pipe through the building
walls.
Provide flap valve at the external end of the exhaust pipe, suitable of the high
temperature range and as per manufacturers recommendation.
2.9 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 and the same shall be confirmed by manufacturer in writing.
2.10 GENERATOR
2.10.1 General
Generator shall be brushless, salient pole, revolving field self-regulating

alternator of fabricated steel construction throughout. It shall have ball and
roller bearings, a dynamically balanced rotating field, salient pole construction
with heavy damper winding. The machine shall have an a.c. exciter and liberally
rated silicone diode assembly with a self contained excitation system with
automatic voltage regulator (AVR), and an efficient cooling system using a
centrifugal fan.
It shall have screen protection and be drip proof with a large terminal box for
outgoing connections.
2.10.2 The generators shall be star connected, floor mounted panel with suitable
capacity ACB shall be provided adjacent to the generator.
2.10.3 The generator shall be capable of maintaining its maximum rated output i n
addition to 10% overload capacity for one hour in every 12 hours of operation
when operating within +/- 5% of rated voltage, and at rated power factor of 0.8
(minimum).
2.10.4 The critical speed shall exceed twice the over speed test value.
2.10.5 All windings shall be tropicalised and suitably impregnated to withstand the site
ambient conditions. Minimum of class H protection will be required.
Stator
2.10.6 The stator core shall consist of high permeability, low loss steel stampings,
tightly clamped and securely located within the machine casing.
2.10.7 The windings shall consist of electrolytic copper conductors insulated

throughout with Class 'H' materials.
2.10.8 The windings shall be effectively braced to withstand the maximum forces
arising from any short circuit that may occur at the stator winding terminals.
Any material that is liable to shrink in service shall not be used for bracing,
packing or wedging. The ventilating circuit shall be designed to avoid hot
spots and to permit adequate cleaning by a portable centrifugal blower.
2.10.9 Tubular low-temperature thermostatically controlled heaters of sufficient rating to

maintain the windings in dry conditions during long periods of standstill shall be
fitted in the stator casing and wired out to a terminal box on the bedplate. They
shall be suitable for operation from the local single phase a.c. supply.
2.10.10 Both ends of each stator winding shall be brought out to terminal positions on
the stator casing, the phase and terminal box being arranged for 3-phase and
neutral connection. The terminal box shall be designed to accept the cables
detailed on the schematic diagram.
2.10.11 All current transformers, including the associated primary connections and
secondary circuit terminal blocks, required for any instruments and/or protection
relays specified or for excitation circuit compounding or compensation, together
with the generator neutral earthing connection shall be supplied and
accommodated within a substantial dust-proof sheet steel enclosure mounted at
the generator neutral terminal position.
2.10.12 Rotor
The rotor shaft and hub shall be of forged steel preferably in one piece. The
rotor poles shall be constructed of steel laminations, keyed and securely fixed to
the rotor hub and fitted with interconnected damper windings to absorb the
cyclic irregularity of the engine.
2.10.13 The field winding shall consist of electrolytic copper conductors insulated
throughout with Class 'H' materials. They shall be fully insulated at all positions of
support, and shall be securely located against movement due to thermal and
rotational cycling and the forces arising during over-speed testing.
2.10.14 Where a separate exciter is provided, the exciter rotor shall be mounted on the
extended main shaft at the free end of the generator.
2.10.15 The minimum factor of safety of the rotating system shall be not less than 1.5,
based upon the yield point of the part most highly stressed at the stated
over-speed or during a stator 3-phase terminal short-circuit at normal voltage
whichever is the greater.
2.10.16 Exciters
The core and poles of the exciter shall be made of high permeability low loss
steel stampings tightly clamped and secured to minimize magnetic noise. The
characteristics of the exciter shall comply fully with the operational requirements
of the alternator in matching the required loading conditions.
2.11 VENTILATION
The generator and exciter shall incorporate shaft mounted fans of sufficient
capacity to provide the machine cooling effect necessary to comply with the
temperature requirements of the specification when operating in the specified
ambient conditions.
2.12.1 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.
Preference will be given to equipment based wholly or mainly on static state
devices.
2.12.2 The equipment shall include all selector switches, indicating instruments,
rectifiers, resistors and any other auxiliary components necessary for the
satisfactory operation of the plant.
2.12.3 A voltage setting device capable of adjusting the required voltage in steps of
1% between the limits of 95% and 105% of normal voltage at any load within the
rating of the machine shall be mounted on the control panel.
2.12.4 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 120% rated voltage and shall restore
the voltage to within 2% of the nominal preset value within three seconds.
2.12.5 Over-voltage protection shall be provided, the voltage setting range being
105% to 125% in steps of 5%, the time setting range being adjustable within
the range 1 second to 5 seconds in steps of 1 second.
2.13 PULLEY BLOCK
A hand-operated lifting block and chain shall be provided for the generator,
capable of lifting the largest item that has to be removed from the plant for
routine maintenance and overhaul. Detailed shop drawing showing the lifting
block, chain arrangement and calculations for the same shall be submitted for
COMPANY review and approval.
2.14 ENGINE/GENERATOR CONTROL PANEL AND AUTOMATIC TRANSFER

SWITCH
2.14.1 A rigid free-standing, dust protecting sheet steel cubicle shall be provided as
the engine/generator control cubicle. All instruments, control switches, alarm
equipment and relays shall be mounted and wired on the front sheet. All
necessary remote alarm and indication facilities shall be provided. The cubicle
shall be part of the automatic changeover switch and the emergency power
supply distribution panel which shall be constructed to BSEN 60439 Part I
Form 4b type 6 as specified for the switchgear and distribution equipment in
section 16440.
2.14.2 All indicating instruments shall be rear connected and shall comply with the
relevant standards.
2.14.3 The genset control panel shall have following meters, switches, controls, gauges
and indication lamps for each generator set.
a) Indication Lamps:
High engine water temp, high winding temperature, low oil pressure, over
speed, fail to start, not in auto mode, battery charger ON, set on standby, set
in service, set faulty, low fuel in storage tank, 3 lamp for each mains and
emergency supply indication (all indication lamps shall be as specified in the
related section of the specification).
b) Meters/Gauges:
Oil pressure, water temperature, RPM meter, hour run meter, battery charging
ammeter, battery charging voltmeter, generator's and mains voltage meters
with selector switch, generator current and mains current for each phase.
Generator's frequency meters, KW meter, power factor meter (all meter shall be
as specified in the related section of the specification).
c) Switch & Relays:
For jacket water heater, for anti condensation heater, emergency stop,
generator voltage adjusting rheostat, speed adjusting rheostat, over voltage
protection setting rheostat manual/test/auto/off selector switch, generator. A
programmable microprocessor shall provide control and programming for the
following:
i. Start attempts
ii. Crank time
iii. Cool down
d) Suitable control and sensors shall be provided to protect the engine/alternator

set against low oil pressure, high coolant temperature, crank over speed, crank
over torque, stator/rotor winding temperature rise thermistor, and reverse power
relay,
e) All auxiliary contact switches and relay necessary to repeat necessary

indication measurement and functions listed above at the control room through
the BMS system.
2.14.4 The following controls shall be provided as part of the main switchgear.
a) Mains failure sensing device
b) Delay time starter adjustable to ensure mains failure is not for very short
period.
c) Alternator voltage timer adjustable to allow generator set output to stabilise

before feeding the load.
d) Overrun timer adjustable providing off-load cooling run before shutting down
the engine.
e) Restoration delay timer adjustable providing on load run to ensure

permanence of mains supply before shutting down the engine.
f) Engine start controls
The automatic transfer and bypass switch shall be four poles complying with
IEC 947-6-1 with rating as shown on the drawings:
The transfer switch shall be electrically operated and mechanically held.
The electrical operator shall be a momentarily energized, single solenoid
mechanism. The switch shall be mechanically interlocked to ensure only two
possible positions, normal or emergency.
The switch shall be positively locked and unaffected by momentary outages,

so that contact pressure is maintained at a constant value and contact
temperature rise is minimized for maximum reliability and operating life.
All main contacts shall be silver composition and shall have segmented blow on
construction for high withstand and close on capability and be protected by
separate arching contacts.
Inspection of all contacts shall be possible from the front of the switch without
disassembly of operating linkages and without disconnection of power
conductors. Switches shall have front removable and replaceable contacts. All
stationary and movable contacts shall be replaceable without removing power
conductors and/or bus bars.
A two way bypass isolation switch shall provide manual bypass of the load to
either source and permit isolation of the automatic transfer switch from all
source and load power conductors. All main contacts shall be manually driven.
A microprocessor controller and accessories shall be provided to achieve the
required operation as indicated hereunder.
2.15 SET MOUNTINGS
2.15.1 To achieve simplicity in foundation work, the set shall be mounted on a

welded steel common bedplate.
2.15.2 Suitable anti-vibration mountings shall be supplied for the diesel generator and
all set-mounted ancillary apparatus.
2.15.3 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.
2.16 MODE OF OPERATION
2.16.1 Standby
At all times, except during maintenance periods, the battery charger unit and
any engine or panel heaters shall be set at ON.
2.16.2 Automatic Operation
The AUTO position of the control mode switch is pre-selected for automatic
standby against failure of the main supply.
a) A main failure detection unit shall be provided for each mains feeding essential
load and shall monitor the mains supply and will automatically initiate the start
sequence if the voltage of any phase of the main supply falls below the pre-set
limit.
b) In the event of a main supply failure the generator set will start, and run up
to speed. After a short delay as set on timer the generator set will assume
the load. The delay ensures that the alternator output has stabilised before
feeding the load.
c) When the main supply is restored, the generator set will continue to run and
supply the load for the duration of the time set on timer, the load is then
transferred back to the main supply and the generator set shuts down to
resume the standby condition.
2.16.3 Manual Operation
a) The manual setting enables pushbutton start and stop control of the
generator set. Start the set by pressing and releasing the START button at the
control panel. The set will start and run up to speed.
b) The generator set will continue to run until the STOP/RESET push button is
operated, or the control mode switch is set to OFF.
c) Should a mains supply failure occur during a manual run, the generator set will
automatically assume the load. Before terminating a run check that the MAINS
TO LOAD indicator is lit, if not, then stopping the generator set will cause a
break in supply.

2.16.4 Test
The TEST setting simulates a main supply failure condition to enable testing of
the generator auto-start circuits.
The mains fail timer starts when the TEST setting is selected, engine cranking
will commence when the timer times out and the generator set will then start and
run.
No interruption of the mains supply to load will occur, and with the mains supply
healthy (mains breaker closed), breakers interlocks will prevent operation of the
alternator breaker.
Terminate the TEST run by re-setting the Control Mode switch to AUTO. The
engines will run-on for the duration of both the restoration delay and the overrun
timers as set on timer before shutting down and resuming the standby state.
To shut down the engine without an overrun period, set the control mode switch
momentarily to OFF and then to AUTO.
2.16.5 Fault Shutdown
In the event of automatic fault shut down, the engine shuts down immediately.
An appropriate warning lamp is lit at the control panel, the engine controls are
locked out and indication persists until the controls are manually reset.
2.16.6 Reset Procedure
Check the relevant system and rectify the fault before attempting to restart the
set. To cancel the fault indication and release the engine control circuit press
and release the RESET pushbutton. The generator set will assume the standby
condition.
If the control mode switch is at the AUTO setting and the mains supply has
failed or if the control mode switch is at the TEST setting; engine cranking
will start immediately the RESET pushbutton is operated.
2.16.7 Failure to Start
In the event of the engine failing to start within the pre-set cranking period, the
control circuit is automatically latched as in the case of a fault shutdown and
the START FAIL indicator is lit.
When the fault is rectified, press the RESET button to return the set to the
standby condition. If the mains supply is still failed, the automatic engine start
sequence should resume immediately.
2.16.8 Automatic Testing

In addition to manual test facility, it shall be possible to provide once a week

automatic testing facility (20 minutes) of the emergency sequence except for
the transfer of load. In case of mains failure during testing period the normal
emergency sequence shall be carried out.
2.16.9 All the indications, meters and alarms shall be duplicated as provided for on
the generator control panel also on the main L.V. switchgear (change-over
panel).
2.16.10 All cabling and connections to be carried out under this section contract.
2.16.11 Generator supplier shall ensure that all necessary and appropriate sensors and
contacts are provided for the proper operation in the LV switchgear.
3.0 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
Install equipment in accordance with the manufacturers specification approved

shop drawings and the contract document.
3.2 TESTING AND COMMISSIONING
3.2.1 Inspection and Testing
a) Static load test
During this test the generator set shall run for at least four hours under the
following conditions:
- 30 minutes at 25% rated output.

- 30 minutes at 50% rated output.
- Two hours at 100% rated output.
- One hour at 110% rated output.
During the load test all engine and generator parameters shall be
recorded. These shall include, but not be limited to:
- Generator power output

- Generator phase currents
- Generator voltages and variations
- Generator power factor
- Generator frequency
- Engine oil pressure
- Cooling water temperatures
- Fuel consumption
- Noise level
- Engine speed and variations
- Vibration levels

b) The frequency and voltage regulation of the generator shall be verified. Voltage
and frequency variations shall be recorded on oscillograms. The requirement
for special dynamic load tests to simulate motor starting will be indicated in the
requisition.
c) Functional test
Functional tests shall be performed on the complete generator set including the
generator and engine control panels.
The functional tests to be performed shall be subject to approval by

COMPANY and shall include, but not be limited to the following tests:
- Engine start up system, including measurement of the starting time. A

minimum of two start and stop tests shall be performed.
- Automatic start up system.
- For emergency generator sets verification of the time between initiation of a

start command and acceptance of the nominal load for a cold start.
- All generator alarm and trip functions, including the verification of protection
relay operation.
- Operation of the battery charger.
- The status /alarm/trip/shutdown indication of the control panels.
- Local manual start/stop/emergency stop functions.
- Remote start/stop/emergency stop functions (input signals).
- The remote signalling contacts for Principals use

- Operation of the AVR
- Operation of synchronising equipment
- Calibration of measuring and protective devices.
d) Insulation resistance tests
These tests shall be performed on the generator, exciter, space heaters,

temperature detectors, control panel and skid cabling.
e) Hydrostatic testing
All pressure containing parts, including auxiliaries, shall be factory tested

hydrostatically in accordance with the relevant design codes.
f) Final Inspection
The following inspection and checks shall be performed:

- Verification against the approved drawings

- Overall dimensions of the skid and the location of all equipment
- Location of all piping and electrical interfaces
- Enclosure degree of protection of all equipment concerned
- Accessibility of components
- Lifting arrangement, including spreader bar, if applicable.
- Non interference of the lifting arrangement
- Availability of eye bolts for lifting heavy components
- Terminal and wiring marking
- Available space for cable termination, the size and number of terminals, the
cable supporting devices.
- Earthing and bonding
- Marking of components according to the relevant drawings
- All rating plates of main components.
- Construction materials of auxiliaries, such as base plate, piping, fittings, coolers,
fuel day tank (for diesel engines) and control panels.
- Hook up of local instruments.
- Packagers welding procedures and welder qualifications
- Welding by non destructive testing, where specified.
- Weld inspection reports
- Quality assurance documentation.
3.2.2 Work test
a) The following site tests shall be carried out in order to determine whether
the material and apparatus comply with this specification at site.
b) Not less than seven days notice in writing shall be given to the
COMPANY in order that they may arrange to present if they so desire. The
Contractors shall arrange to conduct as many tests together as are possible in
the opinion of the COMPANY and shall submit three copies of the records
of such tests to the COMPANY within seven days of completion. Two
copies shall be in English and one copy in Arabic language.
c) The contractor shall supply to the site the necessary load bank to test the
generator at full load.
3.2.3 Type Tests
a) Tests shall be carried out on generator set using resistive load bank. For the
purpose of these tests the rated power shall be as specified. All apparatus,
instruments, fuel and lubricating oil for these tests shall be provided by the
Contractor. Tests at various loads shall be made for the following periods and in
the same sequence:-
1/2 hour at ... 25% rated load
1 hour at ... 50% rated load
5 hours at ... 100% rated load
b) Governor tests in accordance with an appropriate national standard and to

check the drop.
c) Cold and hot starting tests.
d) Tests on trips and alarms incorporated in the engine.
e) When type tests have previously been carried out, the Contractors may submit
accredited copies of the results instead of carrying out the tests again.
3.2.4 Routine Tests
The engine shall be run in the works to demonstrate satisfactory performance

and the correct operation of all control ancillary apparatus.
The engine shall be run at full load for a sufficient period of time to enable
steady conditions to be obtained, following which a run at 110% load shall be
carried out.
3.2.5 Ancillary Plant Tests
Performance tests on individual units shall be carried out where practicable to

prove correct functioning of the plant and its compliance with the Specification
Operating conditions shall be simulated where possible.
3.2.6 Electrical
a) Load tests shall be carried out on the diesel generator unit complete to prove
the efficiency at the loads stated in Schedule.
b) A full load rejection test shall be carried out on the set to prove the capability of
the excitation system in limiting the transient voltage swing.
c) Type test certificate shall be submitted for Consultant approval to prove

compliance with IEC recommendations or agreed National Standards.
d) Routine tests shall be carried out in accordance with IEC Recommendation or

agreed National Standards.
e) Consultant reserves the right to call for such additional tests on any
equipment as may be necessary to prove compliance with the specification.
3.2.7 Site Tests
Such tests as are required by the Consultant to prove compliance with

Specification independently of any tests which may already have been carried
out at the manufacturers works including circuit continuity, phasing, insulation
resistance and earth resistance tests.
3.2.8 Testing shall include static load tests, functional tests and visual inspection as
specified.

Load banks shall be used for full load testing of the generator at site without
cost variation.
Load Banks
Load banks shall be permanent, outdoor, weatherproof, remote-controlled,

forced-air-cooled, resistive and reactive unit capable of providing a balanced
three-phase, delta-connected load to generator set at 100 percent rated-
system capacity, at 80 percent power factor, lagging.
Unit shall be composed of separate resistive and reactive load banks controlled
by a common control panel.
Unit shall be capable of selective control of load in 25 percent steps with

minimum step changes of approximately 5 and 10 percent available.
The resistive load elements shall be corrosion-resistant chromium alloy with

ceramic and steel supports.
Elements shall be double insulated and designed for repetitive on-off cycling.
Elements shall be mounted in removable aluminized-steel heater cases.
The reactive load elements shall be epoxy-encapsulated reactor coils.
The Load-Bank heat dissipation shall be carried out by an Integral fan with
totally enclosed motor providing uniform cooling airflow through load
elements.
Airflow and coil operating current shall be such that, at maximum load, with
ambient temperature at the upper end of the specified range, load-bank
elements operate at not more than 50 percent of maximum continuous
temperature rating of the resistance wire.
Power input circuits to load banks shall be fused, and fuses shall be selected to
coordinate with generator circuit breaker.
Cooling airflow and over temperature sensors shall automatically shut down
and lock out load bank until manually reset.
Safety interlocks on access panels and doors shall disconnect load power,
control, and heater circuits. Fan motor shall be separately protected by
overload and short-circuit devices.
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SECTION 16850

DIESEL GENERATOR SETS

VOLUME II Part 3 Page No. 2 of 21

STAND BY DIESEL GENERATOR SET

VOLUME II Part 3 Page No. 3 of 21

DIESEL GENERATOR SETS

Conform to General Requirements for Electrical Services of Division 16.

1.2 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

d) While taking into consideration the ambient temperature conditions referred to

e) The Contractor shall provide all details of these equipment to the

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

Design, manufacture, testing and method of installation of all apparatus and

VOLUME II Part 3 Page No. 4 of 21

a) Electric Water Authorities regulations for electrical installation works

The following are relevant IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, BS Specification

NEMA-ICS Industrial Controls and Systems

NEMA-MG1 Motors and Generators

NEMA-PB2 Dead Front Distribution

NEMA-RI2 General Purpose and Communication

NFPA-30 Flammable and Combustible Liquid Code

NFPA-37 Stationary Combustion Engine and Gas Turbine

NFPA-70 National Electrical Code

ANSI-C39.1 Electrical Analog Indicating Instrument

DEMA Standard Practice for Stationery Diesel and

IEEE-20 Low Voltage AC Power Circuit

IEEE-5G Semi Conductor Rectifier Components IEEE

472 Guide for Surge Withstand Capability Tests

IEC34, BS5000 Part 99 Rotating electrical machines

IEC 51, BS89 Indicating Instruments

BS 5514 Performance of Reciprocating Compression

IEC 95, BS3911 Lead Acid Starter Batteries

It should be noted that all equipment manufacturers shall have authorized

1.4.1 Drawings, Operating and Maintenance Instructions

VOLUME II Part 3 Page No. 5 of 21

b) Drawings for approval shall be submitted in duplicate as prints and, after

c) The following is a list of the drawings which should be submitted by the

i. Layout (dimensioned) of diesel generating set, fuel storage tanks etc.

d) The following list of drawings to be submitted by the Contractor for approval

i. Drawings corresponding to all drawings submitted by the Contractor with his

ii. Foundation block of diesel generating set.

iv. Detailed drawings of all components of equipment, including fuel tanks,

v. Detailed layout of the control cubicles and Auto Transfer Switch.

vi. Details and schematic of any integral part of each unit.

vii. Complete schematic diagrams of:-

- Protective gear (both mechanical and electrical).

e) Complete wiring diagrams.

f) Detail of protective relays, accessories and current transformers including

g) Details and arrangements of all auxiliary plant and kiosks.

j) Layout and schedule of main and multi core cables.

2.1 TYPE OF DIESEL ENGINE AND OPERATING CONDITIONS

2.2.1 Fuel Handling System

Fuel Oil Pipe work

2.2.2 Fill Connections

c) Fuel Oil Transfer Pump set

2.2.3 Diesel Oil Storage Tank

e) Installation of tank shall be level on minimum 300mm high legs.

2.3 ENGINE LUBRICATION

VOLUME II Part 3 Page No. 8 of 21

2.5 STARTING SYSTEM

2.5.1 Electric starting equipment shall be provided and so designed that:-

a) At engine speeds in excess of the minimum firing speed, it shall be

2.6 COOLING SYSTEM

The engine shall be provided with a tropical water radiator capable of

2.7 SAFETY GUARDS