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INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE OF ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENTS

5th Exam/Elect/0528/Jun’2022
Duration: 3Hrs. M.Marks:75
SECTION-A
Q1. Do as directed. 15x1=15
a. Where is long-nose plier used?
b. Where is wire stripper used?
c. Define Earthing.
d. Lines or equipments are ________& _________before commencing the work.
e. Define Installation.
f. Name some of the line supports of a transmission line.
g. If two bare conductors are to be spliced, what condition is to be fulfilled?
h. Name the methods of erection of steel towers.
i. Why jumpers are used?
j. What are the benefits of good maintenance?
k. Enlist the types of maintenance.
l. What are the main 4 steps to follow to perform corrective maintenance activities?

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m. What is the periodicity of checking oil level in each interrupter in Minimum oil CB?
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n. What is the periodicity of checking air and gas pressure in SF6 CB?

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o. What is the periodicity of checking winding temperature rise in Power transformers?

o SECTION-B
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Q2. Attempt any six questions.
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6x5=30
i. Explain any five instruments or tools for carrying out installation & maintenance of electrical

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ii. Enlist the steps taken during installation of any electrical equipment.

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iii. Explain the methods of erection of steel towers.
iv. Write a short note on preventive maintenance.

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v. Discuss about the guarding of transmission lines.
vi. Explain the testing of insulation resistance to earth.

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vii. Discuss the patrolling & visual inspection of lines in brief.

SECTION-C
Attempt any three questions. 3x10=30
Q3. Explain the general procedure for overhauling of AC motors.
Q4. Explain the steps for testing & commissioning of Transmission lines.
Q5. Describe the maintenance of distribution transformers.
Q6. Explain the various types of maintenance.
Q7. a) What are the effects of open or loose neutral connections of underground cables?
b) What are the causes of dim & flickering lights?