No Load / Full Load

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MOTOR TITLE _________________________________ LOCATION _____________

SUPPLIER _____________________________________________________________

MANUFACTURER _____________________ TYPE _____________ SRL.NO. _____

RATING ________________________________________________________

F.L. CURRENT _____________ VOLTAGE __________ SPEED RPM: ______

INSULATION CLASS ______________________________________________

PROTECTION SETTINGS _________________________________________

BEARING TYPES – D.E.: ____________________ NDE: _________________

COOLING ARRANGEMENTS ________________ LUBRICATION _________

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1.0 GENERAL INSPECTION & CHECKS

1.1 Access to the water and its surrounding area is safe and satisfactory for
plant operation and maintenance with floor gratings, trench covers, hand
rails in position and secure and no debris lying about.

1.2 Permanent and adequate lighting is satisfactory.

1.3 Ventilation of environment is satisfactory.

1.4 Labeling and identification is correct, permanently fixed and satisfactory.

1.5 Check name plate is clearly visible, permanently fixed and that the details
are correct.
 1.6 Paint work and finishing are complete and satisfactory.

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1.7 Suitable fire protection is available nearby and is satisfactory.

1.8 Is the motor environment likely to deteriorate to such on extent that the
motor condition and performance a may be adversely affected?

1.9 Check that motor is undamaged, fitted and satisfactorily mounted with
foundation bolt tight.

1.10 Check that motor is uncompleted, free to rotate and as far as practicable
that nothing is catching internally.

1.11 Check all bolted joints and cover plates on the stator frame and heat
exchanger to ensure that:

a. The gaskets are continuous or if made up of sections are

satisfactorily joined so as to prevent air leakage or water.

b. All fastenings are fitted and tight.

c. Gaskets have, so far as can be ascertained, been compressed

satisfactorily and the cover plates/flanges are not distorted.
 1.12 Check that the direction of rotation clearly and permanently marked on the
motor.

1.13 Record bearing lubrication arrangements below:

(which ever is applicable)

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1.13.1 JOURNAL BEARINGS (WHITE METAL)

a. Oil grade :

b. Oil Level :
c. Oil Quantity :
d. Oil Analysis :
(if applicable)
e. Method of lubrication :
f. Check all filler caps in position and secure.
g. Where removable inspection caps are fitted, ensure that these are in
position and secure.
h. Check oil rings are free to rotate.
i. Check oil wipers and vents are satisfactory.
j. Where fitted check oil flow sight glasses are securely fitted, undamaged
and that the glasses are clean.
1.13.2 BALL/ROLLER BEARINGS
a. Size and details D.E. –
N.D.E -

b. Grease grade.
c. Check that the bearings are greased.

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1.13.3
TITLING PAD TYPE THRUST AND JOURNAL BEARINGS

a. Oil grade.
b. Oil Level
c. Oil Quantity
d. Oil analysis (if applicable)
e. Method of lubrication
f. Carry out checks as per item f to item j of 1.13.1 and work the same
below.

f g h i j Item as in 1.13.1

Mark if satisfactory
 1.14 OIL COOLER/BEARING JACKET (WHERE FITTED)

a. Check that pipe work, valves, flow indicators etc. are installed as per
manufactures recommendations and relevant system drawings.

b. Ensure that all pipe work and fittings are fitted satisfactorily and adequately
supported.

c. Check that cooler/jacket is pressure tested and obtain manufacturers /site

test certificates.

d. Check that water supply system maximum pressure attainable is not

greater then the normal working pressure of heat exchanger/jacket as
specified by the manufacturer.

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e. Ensure that the cooling system is satisfactorily flushed and valves operate
satisfactorily.

f. With system in operation, check that there are no water locks

1.15 AIR COOLER; AIR COOLED

a. Check that the air tubes are clean, clear and not chocked.

b. Check that the filters are clean (if provided)

c. Check that fan covers and shields are securely fitted and all joints are
tightened.
 1.16 AIR COOLER WATER COOLED

Repeat items a to f of section 1.14 and mark below.

Item of

1.14 for 1.16 a b c d e f

Mark if

Satisfactory

1.17 Check that any special tools etc. which are to be supplied under the terms
of contract are available and undamaged.

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 1.18 Check that the coupling alignment figures are available and satisfactory.

Record results below and state the method used to obtain them:

METHOD:

RESULTS:

Contractor’s Signature ___________________

(If the results are supplied by him)

1.19 MOTOR TERMINAL BOX

1.19.1 Check that the motor frame, terminal box and table earthing connections
are complete, secure and tight.
1.19.2 Check terminal connections are adequately shrouded and/or electrical
clearance are satisfactory.
1.19.3 Check terminal box is clean and dry.

1.19.4 Check gasket is in good conditions and correctly fitted and the buzz lid
secure with all fastenings in position.

1.19.5 Check terminal box breathers (if provided ) are secure charged and dry.

1.19.6 Check that terminal box pressure relief diaphragm (if fitted ) are complete
and correctly fitted.

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1.20 SEPARATE CABLE BOX (IF FITTED)

Repeat items listed under 1.19 from 1.19.1 to 1.19.6 applied to above and
work below:

Item as 1.19

Check for 1.20 1 2 3 4 5 6

Mark if

Satisfactory

1.21 STAR POINT LINK BOX

1.21.1 Check that the links are tightly fitted and secure.
1.21.2 Check box is clean and dry.

1.21.3 Check gasket is in good condition and the link box lid is securely tightend
with all fastenings in position.

1.21.4 Check breather (if fitted) is charged and dry.

1.21.5 Check pressure relief diaphragms (if fitted) is intact and correctly fitted.

1.21.6 Check C.T.s are correctly fitted, checked, tested and securely wired up.

1.22 MOTOR HEATERS/SPACE HEATERS (IF PROVIDED)

1.22.1 Check terminal box is clean & dry.

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1.22.2 Check connections are tight and secure.

1.22.3 Check gasket is in good condition and the box lid is tight with all fastenings
in position.

1.23 MOTOR WINDING TEMPERATURE DETACTORS

1.23.1 Ensure that rotor winding temperature detectors are checked / tested and
calibrated.
1.23.2 Check terminal box for tightness of all connections gasket and lik cover
fitting.

1.24 CHECK MOTOR AIR GAP READINGS: (IF PROVISION IS MADE FOR
THIS PURPOSE)

Alternatively ensure that readings are available. Record them below and
obtain signature of competent person who has witnessed or carried out the
observations.

Viewed from Viewed from

D.E N.D.E.

Signature
____________________

If result are supplied by manufacturer in (in case of integral bearing motor)

quote details of manufacturer’s test certificate or attach a copy.
1.25 Check correct fuses are fitted to the motor heater (space heater) if
applicable).
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1.26 Check that the protection equipments are tested and record the settings
below:

SETTING

Over current Protection

Earth Fault Protection

Differential Protection

ANY OTHERS

2.0 TEST PROCEDURE

2.1 INSULATION AND WINDING RESISTANCE TESTS

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 2.1.1 Short circuit all winding temperature detectors and connect them to earth.
Initially test the IR with a 500 V megger to verify that it is safe to apply a
test at higher voltage.

Carry out IR test 2.5 KV d.c. taking readings at one minute and ten minutes

after the initial application of the test voltage and compute the polarization

Index (P.I).

1 Minute reading = M ohms.

10 Minutes reading = M ohms.
Ambient Temperature = deg C.
Relative Humidity = %

P.I. = 10 min. Reading

1 min. Reading =

An acceptable value of PI to allow energizing of the winding to take place is

greater then 1.5. However if the winding IR is very high then it may be
impossible to obtain a meaningful value of value of P.I. and this fact should
be recorded. Additionally to an acceptable PI it is also necessary that the
winding IR is above a specified minimum value.

One formula which provides a value is

Rw = Pt (KV + 1)

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2.0 TEST PROCEDURE

Where – Rw – Total winding IR.

Pt – A factor which depends upon temperature and state of the

working.

KV – Line voltage to moteo.

Values for Pt are given in Apeendix-2 and should be used to determine Rw.
If the PI is greater than 1.5 and the 10 minutes IR is higher then or equal to
Rw then the machine may be energized without drying out.

Details of any other tests performed :

2.1.2 Using very low inductive resistance equipment, measure and record the
stator winding d.c. references.

R- Y - ohms.
Y- B- ohms.
B- R- ohms.

Ambient – temperature

2.2 MOTOR HEATER TEST

2.2.1 Measure and record heater element I.R. (all of them if more then one is
fitted):

IR = M ohms.
IR = M ohms.
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2.2.2 Measure all record the heater element resistance (all of them if more then
one is fitted) :

IR = ohms.
IR = ohms.

2.2.3 If fitted check operation of thermostat at ambient temperature and reset it

in accordance with the manufacture’s recommendations.

2.3 BEARING PEDESTAL INSULATION

2.3.1 Where bearing pedestal insulation in indicated on the manufacturers

drawing check that it has been fitted, is clean and apparently undamaged.

2.3.2 Where fitted, check the shaft earthing brush for freedom of movement and
for good connection to earth.

2.3.3 Where specified by manufacturer check that bearing earth strap is

satisfactory and secure (confirm that the shaft and boring assembly is not
earthed at more then one point).

2.3.4 Check bearing pedestal insulation resistance using L.V. test set (Megger
on 100V mange for example) lifting the earth brush/earth strap as
necessary and replacing after test.

IR should be at least 1.0 M ohms and preferably more for a now machine
in clean condition.

I.R. Measured : ________________

Megger used : ________________

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2.4 GENERAL PRE-ENERGIZING CHECKS

2.4.1 Check that safety clearance certificate and safety clearance notification
issued and effective for switchgear, cables and motor.
2.4.2 Check section 1 of this S.C.L. are complete.
2.4.3 If motor heater is fitted, check and record the circuit IR from the source of
supply.

Heater circuit IR =M^

2.4.4 Energize the motor heater circuit for the first time and if practicable and
safe measure current drawn is nominal and satisfactory. It may be left in
service or switched off as specified by manufacturer.

2.4.5 Check all alarm and annunciations in service.

2.4.6 Check motor circuits IR from the Switchgear :

IR = M ---
2.4.7 Check safety notices and barriers erected as necessary.

2.4.8 Check motor uncoupled, free to rotate and any loose parts of the coupling
removed or securely fitted so as to be clear of all rotating parts.

2.4.9 Check cooling water services to the motor and its auxiliaries are in
operation and effective.
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2.0 TEST PROCEDURE

2.5 PRE-ENERGIZING CHECKS ON SWITCHGEAR

2.5.1 Identify the closing and tripping interlocks which need to be shorted or
open circuited in order to safety run the motor in an uncoupled condition
and list then below.
CLOSING INTERLOCKS TO BE SHORT CIRCUTTED :

TRIPPING INTERLOCKS TO BE OPEN CIRCUTTED.

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2.0 TEST PROCEDURE

2.5.2 Short/Open circuit the interlocks listed in 2.5.1 as required.

2.5.3 Ensure OCB multi pin plug is correctly and securely inserted and rack into
the test position.

2.5.4 Ensure all links are in position and switch on the control and indication
supplies (and any auxiliary supplies if applicable)

2.5.5 Check that the spring is charged and the white indication lamp is
illuminated.

2.5.6 Check yellow lamp indicating breaker in test position is illuminated.

2.5.7 Check local green lamp is illuminated.

2.5.8 Select to ‘Local” and close the OCB.

2.5.9 Check local red lamp is on and that the spring recharges.

2.5.10 Trip the OCB from local.

2.5.11 Check emergency stop push button is reset.

2.5.12 Select to ‘Remote’ and close OCB from remote.

2.5.13 Check red lamp indication is ‘ON’.

2.5.14 Trip the OCB from remote and check lamp indications.
2.5.15 Close from remote and trip the OCB from emergency stop push button.

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2.5.16 Check above operation is satisfactory.

2.5.17 Reset the Emergency stop push button.

2.6 ENERGIZING PROCEDURE

2.6.1 Station a competent person at the motor.

2.6.2 Rack the OCB into service position and check lamp indications at local and
also at remote.

2.6.3 Request control room to close OCB to energize the motor for the first time
(observe indications and starting current).
 2.6.4 Check motor no load current is satisfactory and confirm the direction of
rotation. If direction is reverse stop the motor immediately and obtain
permit to work for reversing the direction of rotation.

Repeat items 2.6.2 to 2.6.4.

(Refer manufacturers manual regarding permissible starts per hour.).

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2.0 TEST PROCEDURE

2.6.5 Check all systems of the motor are satisfactory.

2.6.6 Record the following details:

a. Time / Date.

b. System voltage.

c. System Frequency.

d. Starting current.

e. Time to attain full speed.

f. Noise level at 1 meter.

g. Running current.

h. Motor speed.

i. Bearing vibrations.

V H A

D.E.

N.D.E.
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2.0 TEST PROCEDURE

2.6.7 Remarks :

2.6.8 In the event of any abnormality trip the OCB immediately.

2.6.9 Continue uncoupled run in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. All
readings to be recorded every 15 minutes in log sheet Appendix-3.1.

2.6.10 When the motor is shut down record the run down time.

Run Down Time - ________________ .

2.6.11 Rack out the OCB into isolated position and check all indications lamps.

2.6.12 Refer to manufacturer’s instructions whether motor heater is to be left in

service or not.
2.6.13 Restore the interlocks to normal and tick against them in item, 2.6.1.

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2.0 TEST PROCEDURE
2.6.14 Check on the motor when operating in the coupled condition is included in
the Testing Schedule of the associated plant, but a copy of the results
should be attached to this S.C.L.

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2.0 TEST PROCEDURE

ALARM / ANNUNCLALION MAKE IF

DESCRIPTION SETTING CHECKED

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2.0 TEST PROCEDURE

APPENDIX – 3.0

ALARM / ANNUNCLALION MAKE IF

DESCRIPTION SETTING CHECKED

APPENDIX – 3.1
DE-COUPLED RUN
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