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Synchronous Motors
(This is an addendum to API 546, Second Edition)

This document is issued by Engineering Standards Section, SABIC R&D Complex, PO Box 42503, Riyadh 11551, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The information contained in this document is the confidential property of SABIC. It can not be disclosed, copied or used for any purpose
without prior approval from SABIC. If you are not authorized to possess this document, please destroy it immediately.
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CONTENTS

1. PURPOSE........................................................................................... 3
2. GENERAL 3
3. ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS 3
4. ADDENDA............................................................................................ 3
The following section, subsection numbers refer to API 546
1.3 Corresponding and Conflicting Requirements 3
1.6 Referenced Publications 3
Section 2 - Basic Design ..................................................................... 3
2.1 General 3
2.2 Electrical Design 4
2.3 Insulation System ..................................................................... 6
2.4 Mechanical Design 8
Section 3 - Accessories 12
3.1 Terminal Boxes........................................................................ 12
3.2 Winding Temperature Detectors 13
3.3 Bearing Temperature Detectors 14
3.4 Space Heaters ....................................................................... 14
3.5 Screens and Filters 14
3.6 Alarms and Control Devices for Motor Protection 14
3.7 Ground Connections ............................................................... 15
3.8 Vibration Detectors 15
3.9 Miscellaneous 15
Section 4 - Inspection, Testing and Preparation for Shipment ........... 16
4.1 General 16
4.2 Inspection 16
4.3 Final Testing ........................................................................... 16
4.4 Preparation for Shipment 19
Section 5 - Guarantee and Warranty 20
Section 6 - Vendor Data ..................................................................... 20
6.1 Proposals 21
6.2 Contract Data 21
Section 7 Storage .............................................................................. 22
Section 8 - Field Assistance 22
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1. Purpose
American Petroleum Institute (API) standard 546, Second Edition, June, 1997 is adopted as a SABIC
Engineering Standard (SES) with the following addendum.

2. General
Motors manufactured to this specification shall conform to API 546, Second edition except as modified by
this specification as set forth or on the SES data sheets E06-X03 project specification or by the purchase
order.

3. Environmental Requirements
Motors shall be able to operate continuously at their nameplate rating in the following environmental
conditions without damage or degradation of operating characteristics:
Indoor/Outdoor Conditions: Ambient Temperature -1 °C to 50 °C
Corrosive desert atmosphere with blowing sand and fine dust
Storage/Transport: Ambient -20 °C to 70 °C
Relative Humidity: 0 to 95 percent non-condensing
Altitude: Sea Level
Seismic Condition: UBC Zone 1

4. Addenda
The following sections, subsections, paragraph numbers refer to API 546, Second Edition.
1.3 Corresponding and Conflicting Requirements
1.3.2 Substitute the paragraph as follows:
Any conflict(s) between this standard, SES and industry standards, engineering drawings, and contract
documents shall be resolved at the discretion of SABIC.
1.6 Referenced Publications
Add the following paragraph:
The following standards are part of this addendum. The latest issues, amendments, and supplements to
these documents shall apply unless otherwise specified.
SABIC Engineering Standards (SES)
E06-X03 Synchronous Motor - Data Sheet
G03-S01 Lubrication, Shaft Sealing, Control Oil System and Auxiliaries
Section 2 - Basic Design
2.1 General
2.1.2 Add the following sentences:
Unless otherwise noted on E06-X03, the motor shall be used to drive a pump, compressor or other
constant speed, continuously operated equipment. All motors shall be designed and provided with
protection against chemicals, corrosion and high humidity conditions.
2.1.3 (Clarification)
The noise level limitations shall be in accordance with SES S20-G01. When used for noise
control,acoustical absorbent material shall be designed to resist shredding and shall be adequately
supported with corrosion resistant fasteners or wire mesh. Complete information including material
specification and installation details shall be submitted with the proposal.
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Paragraph 2.1.4 (Clarification)

The motor shall be capable of withstanding a 20 percent overspeed without mechanical damage.
2.1.12 Add the following sentence:
Except as amended in this Specification, the manufacture, performance, and testing of synchronous
motors shall be in accordance with NEMA MG 1, IEEE 115, and IEEE 429 Standards.
Add the following new paragraphs:
2.1.15 All dimensions shall be given in metric units.
2.1.16 Motors of the same rating, mounting, and characteristics shall be interchangeable.
2.1.17 A transient torsional and lateral response analysis shall be performed for the entire mechanical train
by the driven equipment manufacturer. The motor shall not be released for manufacture until the results of
the analysis have been reviewed and approved by the SABIC.
2.1.18 All the motor applications shall use pedestal type mounting arrangement (inboard and outboard
bearing) except slow speed motors used for reciprocating compressor which may have engine type
mounting arrangement (outboard bearing only.)
2.2 Electrical Design
2.2.1 Rating and Voltage
2.2.1.1 Add the following sentence:
All motor ratings shall be based on 1.0 service factor for 50 °C ambient temperature condition.
2.2.1.2 An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
Unless otherwise specified on SES E06-X03, the motor voltage rating shall be as noted below:

MOTOR HP SYSTEM RATED VOLTAGE

250-7000 4,160, 3 phase, 60 Hz

3500-25000 13,800 V, 3 phase, 60 Hz

2.2.1.3 (Clarification)
All motor ratings shall be based on a temperature rise of 70 °C (158 °F) measured by resistance at 1.0
service factor.
2.2.2 Stator Windings
2.2.2.1 Add the following sentences:
The windings shall be Wye-connection with both ends of each winding brought out to a main terminal box
for external connection. Either end of the winds shall be for phase terminals. All leads shall be separated,
insulated and braced.
2.2.2.3 Add the following new paragraph:
The motor shall be electrically and mechanically capable of withstanding the forces developed during
electrical faults without winding distortion or mechanical failure when operating at rated kilowatts, and 10
percent over voltage. The stator core and windings shall meet the following requirements.
a. The stator core mounting shall be designed to absorb the vibrations caused by the rotating
magnetic field.
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b. The stator coils shall be form-wound of insulated copper strands bonded to each other. Coil ground wall
and turn-to-turn insulation shall be an all mica system, vacuum pressure impregnated with an epoxy resin.
For motor rated above 4 kV, the coils shall be coated to suppress corona.
c. All stator windings and connections shall be copper. All rotor windings in general shall be copper and/or
copper alloys.
d. After all insulation is applied to the coils, each coil shall be individually given a turn-to-turn impulse test.
Minimum test voltage shall be the machine terminal voltage and shall have a rise time of 0.1 - 0.2 ms.
e. The stator shall be tested after all coils are installed, wedged into position and temporarily connected. A
second test shall be performed when winding of the stator is complete. DC test voltage shall be minimum
of 1.7 times service voltage.
f. All test results shall be certified and furnished to SABIC for approval before final assembly of the unit for
shop testing. All tests shall be observed by SABIC representative.
2.2.2.4 Add the following new paragraph:
The motor Seller shall determine if two-pole motors should be provided with damper windings to reduce
the magnitude of oscillating torques that are produced during transient conditions such as system faults
and subsequent voltage recovery. Rotor damper windings may beneficially improve motor performance
and stability. Amortisseur windings shall be provided on all motors with four (4) or more poles. The
amortisseur windings shall be sized to develop adequate starting and accelerating torques.
2.2.3 Load Requirement
An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
a. As a minimum, all motors shall satisfy the speed torque requirements of the driven equipment over its
entire starting range at 80 percent rated voltage, unless a lower voltage is specified on SES E06-X03.
b. As a minimum, the motor shall be mechanically and thermally capable of operating at a 15 percent
overload continuously without exceeding the Class F temperature rating of the insulation.
c. Special operating conditions, such as frequent starting, shall be shown on the Project Motor Data Sheet
and shall be in conformance with the requirements of the driven equipment.
2.2.5 Starting Conditions
2.2.5.3 Change the sentence as follows:
Change ‘minimum of 10 percent to minimum of 20 percent’.
2.2.6 Starting Capabilities
2.2.6.1 An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
a. Unless specified otherwise, all motors shall be designed for across-the-line starting at full rated voltage.
Single motors connected to captive transformers shall be capable of overcoming the inertia of the load on
starting as well as accelerating the load to rated speed under both rated and 70 percent of the rated
voltage conditions or voltage conditions specified on SES E06-X02 during starting without injurious
heating.
b. Motors shall be capable of making the following starts:
Three (3) starts in succession, coasting to rest between starts, with the motor initially at ambient
temperature.
Two (2) start with the motor initially at its rated temperature.
One (1) start every hour after a and b, but not exceeding four (4) starts per 24-hour period.
These restart requirements shall apply when the moment of inertia of the load, the load torque during
acceleration, the applied voltage, and the method of starting are those of which the motor was designed.
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2.2.7 Performance
2.2.7 An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
a. When the driven load requires a variable torque during each revolution, the combined installation shall
have sufficient inertia in its rotating parts to limit the variations in the synchronous motor armature current
to a value not exceeding 66 percent of the full-load current.
b. Pull-out torques shall not be less than 150 percent of the full-load torque for motors operating at 1.0
power factor and 175 percent of the full-load torque for motors operating at 0.8 power factor (leading).
b. The adjustable speed drive motors shall be designed to perform with harmonics generated from static
converters/inverters used for adjustable speed drive system. It will be Seller’s responsibility to coordinate
with the supplier of the adjustable speed drive system to obtain all necessary harmonics data and design
the motor for the specified operation.
c. The current pulsation shall not exceed 66 percent of rated RMS full load current for all specified
conditions of loading. Lower values shall apply when specified on SES E06-X03. The joint effort of the
manufacturers of the motor and of the driven equipment are required when necessary to meet the specified
limit.
2.3 Insulation System
2.3.1 General Requirements
2.3.1.1 Modify the paragraph as follows:
Insulation system and temperature rise shall be as specified in Paragraph 2.3.1.1 except that temperature
rise shall be reduced to compensate for 50 °C ambient temperature.
2.3.1.1 Add the following sentence:
The motor shall be capable of operating at a 15 percent overload continuously without exceeding the Class
F temperature rating of the insulation.
2.3.1.2 Add the following sentences:
The motor shall be capable of withstanding, without mechanical injury for 30 seconds, any type of short
circuit at its terminals when operating at rated hp, power factor and 10 percent over voltage, provided the
maximum phase current does not exceed the maximum phase current obtained from the three-phase fault.
The motor shall also be capable of withstanding, without injury, the thermal effect of unbalanced faults at
the motor terminals for 30 seconds duration or less, provided the integrated product (l2)2 for motor
negative phase sequence current (l2) and time (t) does not exceed 30. The criteria for no injury to stator
windings is that the windings shall withstand a normal maintenance high-potential test. There shall also be
no visible abnormal deformation or damage to the winding coils and connections.
2.3.1.3 Add the following sentence:
The motor shall be electrically and mechanically capable of withstanding the forces developed during
electrical faults and during a maximum out-of-phase synchronizing application without winding distortion or
mechanical failure when operating at rated kilowatts (horsepower), rated power factor and at 110 percent
of rated voltage.
2.3.1.5 Add the following sentences:
The motor field winding, especially the end turns, shall be protected against shorts and damage caused by
the corrosive atmosphere prevalent in a petrochemical plant. The field winding insulation system shall
maintain its integrity while withstanding the centrifugal forces and thermal stresses at Class F temperature
without damage. Special attention shall be given to ensure adequate support of both coil-to- coil
connections and coil-to-main field lead connections.
2.3.1.7 Add the following new paragraph:
Motor field windings shall be pressure heated to consolidate insulation and copper windings into a solid
bonded condition. Special care shall be taken in assuring the field ends are properly coated for making
them resistant to corrosive attack. Especially, the end turns shall be protected against shorts and damage
caused by the corrosive atmosphere prevalent in petrochemical plants.
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2.3.1.8 Add the following new paragraph:

Extended solid bus leads used in terminal boxes of large, medium-voltage motors to accommodate
connection of the supply conductors, the surge protection equipment, and the metering and relaying
transformers shall be fully insulated for the voltage class of motor and firmly supported. The overall
installation shall be subject to SABIC’s approval.
2.3.1.9 Add the following new paragraph:
Motors, with the exception of large, medium-voltage motors having extended solid bus leads, shall be
provided with flexible pigtail leads composed of tough silicon rubber insulation (not terminated) in the
terminal box for connection to an external supply circuit. The leads shall be fully insulated, provided with
permanent identification, and fitted with connection lugs.
2.3.2 Sealed Insulation Systems
2.3.2.1 Stator or Winding
2.3.2.1 An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
The stator windings shall have vacuum-pressure impregnated with an epoxy resin sealed insulation
systems to ensure an impervious seal against moisture and chemicals. Sealed insulation shall be tested in
accordance with the specific requirements in NEMA MG-1 and Section 4.3.4.
2.3.2.2 Exciter Winding
2.3.2.2 An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
The insulation system for the exciter field and armature windings shall be Class F. Temperature rise
during normal operation shall be limited to Class B temperature rise.
Add the following new paragraph:
2.3.2.3 Excitation Systems
Each synchronous motor shall be equipped with a brushless excitation system consisting of a three phase
alternating current (AC) exciter with revolving armature and stationary field, three-phase bridge rectifier,
motor field starting and discharge resistor, and necessary static control modules to provide full function
excitation control as described below:
a. Utilize field starting and discharge resistor for limiting the induced voltage across the motor field during
starting and pull-out cycles to a value well within the dielectric limitation of the field insulation, and for
obtaining maximum torque with minimum line current during starting and pull-in.
b. Ensure positive application of the field if for any reason the motor should synchronize on reluctance
torque.
c. Sense the proper speed for synchronizing to ensure pull-in with minimum line disturbance and provide
positive application of excitation at the optimum rotor position and phase angle after the proper
synchronizing speed had been reached.
d. Remove direct current (DC) power from the field and simultaneously apply the field discharge resistor
when pull-out results.
e. Provide automatic application of the field for resynchronizing.
2.3.3.2 Static control devices shall be of a type and design that can be factory set or calibrated, and that
will require no planned onsite adjustment for changes in ambient conditions or repeated use of
components.
2.3.3.3 The control modules shall be replaceable as complete components requiring no contingent
modifications of wiring or circuitry and no on site tuning or adjustment.
2.3.3.4 Rotating control modules and devices that are mounted on the shaft and rotor shall be readily
accessible through easily removable covers or plates and shall not require extensive disassembly of the
motor housing for removal.
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2.3.3.5 Components such as rectifier diodes, field discharge resistors, thyristors, and control modules,
shall be of such characteristics and design as to ensure continued operation and dependability under
applicable centrifugal stresses and specified operating conditions outlined in the motor Data Sheet(s)
and/or referenced Specifications.
2.3.3.6 The motor manufacturer shall specify the rated current and voltage of the exciter field at rated and
115 percent operating conditions. A field voltage of 90-115V DC is preferred.
2.3.3.7 The motor manufacturer shall furnish complete information on the functioning of the brushless
excitation system along limiting motor parameters. This information shall include the motor damper winding
thermal capacity in terms of time-current.
2.3.3.8 The motor field for two (2) pole machines shall be provided with a brushless field ground detection
system (FGDS), or similar equipment for monitoring the motor field. The FGDS shall have built in time
delay to eliminate nuisance alarms.
2.3.3.9 The excitation system for two (2) pole machines shall be provided with an exciter diode monitor
(EDM) to detect and alarm failure of a power rectifier which either fails open or shorted.
2.3.3.10 The exciter shall be sized to provide 25 percent capacity in excess of that required to supply the
field excitation of the motor at rated operating conditions.
2.3.3.11 The brushless excitation system shall be totally enclosed force-cooled utilizing air ducted from the
main motor air stream.
2.4 Mechanical Design
2.4.1 Enclosures
2.4.1.1 General Requirements
Add the following sentence:
Motor enclosures to suit environmental requirements shall be in accordance with the requirements of the
API 546, reference standards and documents.
2.4.1.1(c) An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
All the enclosures bolts, studs and other fastening devices shall be made of AISI 300 Series stainless steel.
2.4.1.2 Motors enclosures to suit enviromental requirements shall be in accordance with the requirements
of the API 546, referenced standards, and documents.
2.4.1.2.3 (h) Add the following sentences:
Where TEAAC enclosures are specified, the cooling air for the heat exchanger shall be supplied either by a
shaft driven fan (preferred method) or by an externally mounted auxiliary blower. For special purpose
motors, external auxiliary blowers, if supplied, shall be furnished in a 100 percent redundant, configuration.
2.4.1.2.4 (a) An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
Totally enclosed water-air-cooled (TEWAC) motors shall have a minimum of two (2) water coolers to
provide air cooling with in plant cooling water supplied at 35 °C (95 °F) and 440 kPa gauge (65 psig). The
coolers shall have capacity to dissipate the heat losses of the motor when it is operated at rated load,
voltage and power factor. The coolers shall be sized so that the motor can be operated at 100 percent of
capacity while one (1) cooler is out of service. The water cooler design shall be based on a maximum water
temperature increase across the coolers of 14.5 °C (26 °F) and a maximum pressure drop of 68 kPa gauge
(10 psig). The design cooling water velocity shall be 2 m/s (6.5 f/s), minimum, to 3 m/s (10 f/s), maximum.
The water cooler shall be designed to withstand a maximum pressure of 690 kPa gauge (100 psig).
2.4.1.2.4 (c) An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
The coolers shall be arranged so that they are completely filled with water during operation. They shall be
the removable bundle type designed and fabricated with flanges and shall be in accordance with TEMA C
and ASME Code design criteria with the equivalent documentation. Each cooler shall be protected with an
epoxy coating. They shall also permit removal of the water-box for cleaning of any section when required
without shutting down the motor.
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2.4.1.2.4 (e) An exemption to the requirement is as follows:

The coolers shall be mounted in the motor housing and arranged so that in case of a leak, water cannot
impinge upon the winding. Double-tube coolers shall be provided on all the motors rated above 7500 kW
(10,000 hp).
2.4.1.2.4 (g) An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
Flow-sensing devices with SPDT contacts shall be provided for mounting in the water supply piping of
each cooler to sense low and high flow.
2.4.1.2.4 (h) An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
Two (2) 100 ohm, platinum resistance temperature detector (RTDs) elements shall be furnished at the
inlet and the outlet of each cooler to measure the input and output air temperatures. The RTDs shall be
wired to a terminal strip in a stainless steel NEMA 4X or cast iron junction box.
2.4.2 Frame and Mounting Plates
2.4.2.7.6 An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
Epoxy grout will be used for installation of the base plates and sole plates. The vendor shall commercially
sandblast in accordance with SSPC SP6, all the grouting surfaces of the mounting plates and shall
precoat these surfaces with a catalyzed epoxy primer applied to degreased white metal. The epoxy primer
shall be compatible with epoxy grout.
2.4.3 Frame Connections
2.4.3.10 Add the following new paragraph:
All conduits shall be rigid galvanized steel. Final terminations to device terminal boxes and devices may
be liquid-tight flexible conduits 0.6 m, (24 in) maximum length with approved fittings. All power and control
wiring within the confines of the motor shall be heat, moisture, and abrasive-resistant. Within the confines
of a baseplate and other areas subject to vibration, stranded conductors shall be used. All wiring shall be
stranded copper.
2.4.5 Rotating Element
2.4.5.1 General
2.4.5.1.6 Add the following new paragraph:
The motor shaft shall be finished throughout its entire length and shall be ground at bearing and sealing
surfaces and adjacent to the bearing surfaces, to permit vibration measurements. Plating of the shaft at
the bearing areas is unacceptable.
2.4.5.1.7 Add the following sentences:
For motors rated over 3700 kW (5000 hp), the shaft shall be provided with an integral shaft hub flange.
This flange shall not interfere with the removal of the rotor or other disassembly.
Add the following new paragraphs:
2.4.5.1.8 The shaft diameter of the motor shall be designed to eliminate torsional vibration problems. The
Seller shall provide a detailed sketch of the major shaft loads and all torsional spring constants for
torsional analysis. The sketch shall be supplied no later than six (6) weeks after receipt of the Purchase
Order (ARO).
2.4.5.1.9 The motor shall be designed to provide access for shaft measurement by hand-held probe
adjacent to each bearing.
2.4.5.2 Assembly
2.4.5.2.1 Add the following sentences:
The rotor shall consist of high grade silicon steel lamination coated to minimize core loss. The coating
shall be unaffected by normal temperatures encountered during operation and motor testing. Lamination
shall be single piece, rotated to reduce tolerance build-up, punched to fine tolerances, shrink-fitted and
tightly compressed to form a permanently clamped and rugged structure.
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2.4.5.2.2 An exemption to the requirement is as follows:

The rotor winding, including bars and end rings, shall be copper and/or copper alloys. Cast or fabricated
aluminum cage designs are not acceptable.
2.4.5.2.7 An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
Rotors shall be designed to withstand 20 percent overspeed without permanent mechanical deformation.
Add the following new paragraphs:
2.4.5.2.15 Field poles for slow speed machines with a rotor spider design shall be mounted and secured in
a manner to prevent undue stresses on mounting bolts which can result in premature failure. Bolt hole
diameters in the spider and bolt clearances shall be sized to ensure that the bolts remain properly centered
under all conditions of installation and operation.
2.4.5.2.16 When nonmagnetic retainer rings are used, the ring material shall be either 18 Mn - 18 Cr or 18
Mn -13 Cr.
Retainer rings made from 18 Mn - 5 Cr material are not acceptable.
2.4.5.2.17 Each field coil shall be tested to ground after installation but before final curing of the rotor. Test
voltage shall be at least equal to two (2) times the rated field voltage of the machine.
2.4.5.2.18 Field windings shall be pressure treated to consolidate insulation and copper windings into a
solid bonded condition. Special care shall be taken in assuring the field ends are properly coated for
making them resistant to corrosive attack.
2.4.5.2.19 All test results shall be certified and furnished to SABIC for approval before final assembly of the
unit for shipment.
2.4.6 Dynamics
2.4.6.1 Resonances
2.4.6.2.3 (Clarification)
a. The Seller shall provide a detailed sketch of the major shaft loads and all torsional spring constants for
torsional analysis. The sketch shall be supplied no later than six (6) weeks after receipt of Purchase Order.
b. When specified on SES E06-X03, torsional analysis shall be performed by the manufacturer of the
driven equipment. The motor shall not be released for manufacture until the transient torsional analysis
of the total train is reviewed and approved by SABIC.
2.4.6.1.5 Add the following new paragraph:
When specified on the SES E06-X03, the actual first critical speed of the motors shall be at least
20 percent above the motor no load speed unless specifically approved otherwise by SABIC.
2.4.7.3 Balancing
2.4.7.3.1 Add the following sentences:
The assembled rotor for the motor shall be dynamically balanced in at least three (3) planes at rated
operation speed and checked for vibration at 120 percent of operating speed. Final balance shall be
performed after painting, baking and with coupling hubs and shaft key.
2.4.7.3.2 Add the following sentences:
Balance weights added to the final assembly shall be 300 series stainless steel or an equivalent
corrosion-resistant material. Grinding shall not be permitted.
2.4.7.3.3 Add the following sentences:
The rotor fans shall be balanced prior to installation on the rotor. During rotor balancing, correction weights
shall be added to the rotor body only and not to the fan blades.
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2.4.7.3.7 Add the following new paragraph:

Motors for special applications, such as those driving high speed compressors, may require motors that
are more stringently balanced than specified herein. These requirements shall be established in
conjunction with the driven equipment manufacturer and shall be subject to the SABIC’s approval.
2.4.7 Bearing and Bearing Housings
2.4.7.1 Add the following sentences:
The bearings for the motor shall be of the standard babbitt-lined, pressure-lubricated, circulating oil-cooled
type, designed to prevent the emission of oil or vapor. Upper and lower halves shall be steel-backed,
babbitt-lined and bonded to the shell. The front and rear journal bearing shall be interchangeable and shall
be designed so that they can be removed without disturbing the rotor. Oil system shall provide lubricating
oil to permit an orderly shutdown of the motor in the event of failure of the forced-oil lubricated system.
2.4.7.3 Add the following sentence:
The motor shall be supplied with the Seller’s standard proven bearing and required to meet vibration level
limitations specified in paragraphs 4.3.3.14, 4.3.3.15 and 4.3.3.16.
2.4.7.7 Replace API 614 to G03-S01
2.4.7.8 Add the following sentences:
Each motor shall be provided with both bearings electrically insulated from the frame and bearing housing.
Insulation resistance from the frame shall not be less than one (1) megohm. Warning nameplates reading
‘Insulated Bearing’ shall be mounted on or near all motor bearings that are electrically insulated from the
motor frame. Terminal facilities shall be provided to permit direct resistance measurements for testing of
the bearing insulation.
2.4.7.21 Add the following sentences:
Each bearing shall be furnished with an air pressure seal to prevent oil and oil vapor from reaching the
motor internals. Drains for end leakage oil, and proper relieving to prevent oil whirl shall be provided.
Labyrinth seals at the shaft entrance shall be provided.
2.4.8 Lubrication
2.4.8.1 and 2.4.8.4 Add the following sentences:
Bearing lube oil shall be supplied from the driven equipment Seller’s lube/seal oil console. The supply
pressure at each bearing shall be 140 kPa gauge (20 psig) unless specified otherwise by Seller having
total unit responsibility.
2.4.8.8.2 Add the following sentences:
Flow indicators and temperature gauges shall be furnished in the atmospheric oil drain return line from
each bearing. Each flow indicator shall be of the bull’s-eye type, (Jacoby-Tarbox), and shall be installed
with its bull’s-eye glass preferably in a vertical plane to facilitate viewing the flow of oil through the
particular line.
2.4.8.8.9 Add the following sentences:
When self-lubrication is the Seller’s standard motor design, sleeve bearings shall be lubricated by oil rings
supplied from an integral self-cooled oil reservoir. Oil level sight gauges shall be permanently marked, and
easily discernible indication of proper oil level shall be provided. Inspection openings for observing the oil
rings shall also be provided.
2.4.8.8.10 Add the following new paragraph:
The Seller shall furnish single-feed and drain-header connections for each oil circuit. Lube oil piping shall
be 304 stainless steel per ASTM 392.
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2.4.9 End Play and Coupling

2.4.9.1 Add the following sentences:
The Seller shall specify the maximum rotor end float and maximum coupling end float. The motor shaft
position, when magnetically centered, and rotor end play limits shall be permanently scribed on the shaft. A
permanent reference point shall be indicated on the bearing housing.
2.4.10 Materials
2.4.10.7 Add the following sentence:
The stator laminations shall be high grade silicone steel, coated so that they are unaffected by normal
temperatures encountered during operation and motor testing; segmented, rotated to reduce tolerance
build-up; rigidly mounted and tightly compressed to form a permanently clamped and rugged structure.
2.4.11 Nameplates and Rotation Arrows
2.4.11.1 Add the following sentence:
A nameplate and rotation arrow are required on the motor and shall be stainless steel (type 304 or 316) or
monel attached by pins made of similar material and located for ease of visibility.
2.4.11.2 Add the following item:
z. SABIC’s equipment item number
aa. Temperature rise of stator
bb. Temperature rise of field
cc. Excitation rated current
2.4.11.5 Add the following new paragraph:
All equipment shall be tagged with the equipment item number as identified in the Purchase Order and/or
E06-X03. Control and accessory items, such as instruments and terminal boxes shall receive individual tag
numbers. In general, items to be tagged shall include instrumentation, preassembled components, and
components shipped separately that require a field utility connection. Items shall be tagged with the item
numbers shown on the Purchase Order, E06-X03, and/or commented upon Seller drawings. Tags shall be
corrosion resistant metal and impression stamped ‘Item No.____’. The tags shall be riveted, screwed or
attached with stainless steel wire to each component.
2.4.11.6 Add the following new paragraph:
Equipment containing insulating oils, anti-freeze solutions and any other fluids shall be tagged at openings
to indicate the nature of the contents, shipping instructions and storage precautions. Openings that require
a rust-preventive shall be tagged to indicate that it has been applied. The tag shall also show the name,
type and manufacturer of the rust preventive and its solvent.
2.4.7.21 Shaft Seals
Add the following sentence:
4.1.1 When specified on SES E06-X03, shaft seals of the motors installed in classified locations shall be
constructed so that a purge gas can be introduced.
4.1.2 Section 3 - Accessories
3.1 Terminal Boxes
3.1.1 Add the following sentences:
The terminal boxes shall be extra large and sized for the allowable bending radius and stiffness of the
motor supply cables as specified by SABIC for terminating a grounding conductor, to accommodate
preformed stress cones, surge protection and current transformers. Oversizing of boxes shall be necessary
to accommodate cable sizes larger than normal due to cable derating and voltage drop requirements. The
Seller shall be responsible for ensuring that the main motor terminal box is supported at grade level or on
the baseplate. All the internal connections shall be insulated and taped for the voltage class. The terminal
box shall be rated NEMA 4, heavy gauge steel with a minimum thickness of 5 mm (3/16 in).
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3.1.4 Add the following sentences:

Terminal blocks shall be provided for all low voltage and control wiring. Terminal blocks shall be a
noncorrosive type with nickel-plated copper, current carrying components. The spare capacity shall be at
least 10 percent of the terminal blocks on any strip. All control and low voltage wiring terminal boxes shall
be located on the side of the motor enclosure and shall be either metallic (stainless steel) NEMA 4X or
cast iron. The boxes shall be rotatable to allow for connection from any one (1) of four (4) directions at
9??? intervals. A motor lead seal and separator, neoprene gasket shall be provided between the motor
frame and the terminal box. Cast terminal boxes shall be provided with threaded conduit hubs or
entrances. A minimum of two (2) conduit hubs shall be provided in all control wiring terminal boxes.
Fabricated terminal boxes shall be provided with removable plate on bottom for field drilling.
3.1.5 Add the following sentence:
A tinned-copper grounding bus bar shall be provided in the main terminal box for terminating cable shields
and any grounding conductors routed with the phase conductors.
3.1.6 An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
As a minimum the main terminal box shall be supplied with items a, b, e, g, and k and auxiliary terminal
boxes shall be provided with items c, d and g.
3.1.7 An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
When differential current transformers are provided, secondary leads shall be required and shall meet the
requirements of this paragraph.
3.2 Winding Temperature Detectors
3.2.1 (Clarification)
Motors rated 750 kW (1000 hp) and above shall have the stator windings equipped with 12, 100-ohm,
platinum RTD’s, four (4) per phase, wired to a terminal strip in a metallic, (stainless steel), NEMA 4X or
cast iron terminal box for continuation wiring by SABIC. The RTDs shall be 3-wire and shall be located in
each phase where the maximum temperature may be detected. Six (6) of the RTDs shall be used for local
temperature indication and six (6) RTDs shall be used for protective relaying. When specified on the motor
SES E06-X03, the motors rated below 750 kW (1000 hp) shall be furnished with RTD’s in their windings,
as noted in the above paragraph, to provide an accurate temperature monitoring and alarm system in
special applications.
3.2.3 Add the following new paragraph:
When specified on the motor Data Sheet(s), Rotor Temperature Monitor (RTM) system shall be provided
to protect the motor rotor by transmitting temperature information from the rotor to a remote stationary
temperature indicator, equipped with alarm and shutdown contacts. The system shall be capable of
detecting the temperature of cage bars, cage end rings and rotor field windings. The Rotor Temperature
Monitor system shall provide a direct means of determining rotor temperature and utilizing it to protect the
rotor from over-heating. The output contacts of the RTM shall be wired into the motor starting circuit to
permit motor starting if the rotor temperature is within an acceptable range. A readout meter with
adjustable high and low setpoints shall be provided for remote mounting in control panel or switchgear to
operate alarm or shutdown contacts when limits are exceeded. Transmitter power shall be derived by
means of a stationary power oscillator, operating at a higher frequency relative to the temperature
information, a rotary transformer and an AC to DC converter. The scale of the readout meter shall be in
degrees Celsius (°C).
Rotor Temperature Monitor shall have the following features:
a. Actuation of alarm and permissive condition in starting circuits shall be provided which protects against
repetitive starts before the rotor has cooled sufficiently.
b. Multiple sensors shall be provided on each rotor to ensure future availability of a usable sensor.
c. The Monitor shall indicate if the thermocouple circuit should become open, or if there is a loss of
transmitter signal.
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d. The Monitor calibration shall be from the front of the receiver with no adjustments required at the
transmitter.
e. The Monitor system shall operate in an ambient temperature range of 40 °C to 50 °C.
3.3 Bearing Temperature Detectors
3.3.1 (Clarification)
For motors rated 1500 kW (2000 hp) and above, the lower section of each bearing shall be provided with
two (2), 100-ohm, platinum RTDs. The RTDs shall be located within 6 mm (¼ in) of the bearing surface.
The RTDs shall be wired to a separate terminal box.
3.4 Space Heaters
3.4.1 (Clarification)’
Unless otherwise specified on SES E06-X03, all motors shall have sheath type space heater sized to
prevent condensation during periods of non-operation.
3.4.2 (Clarification)
Unless otherwise specified on SES E06-X03, the motor space heaters shall be rated as follows:
2000 watts and less 115 volts, 1 phase
Larger than 2000 watts 460 volts, 3 phase
3.4.3 Add the following sentences:
The space heater sheath shall not exceed a maximum temperature of 180 °C or 80 percent of the ignition
temperature of specified gas/vapor in hazardous locations for any value at or below the maximum rated
ambient temperature of 50 °C and 120 percent of rated voltage. The space heater leads shall be
terminated in a separate terminal box from that containing the motor phase leads.
3.5 Screens and Filters
3.5.2 An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
Air flow inlet filters shall be provided for all motor enclosure designs requiring make-up air. Filter shall meet
the provisions of 3.5.3 through 3.5.6.
3.5.6 Add the following sentences:
Filters shall be capable of filtering airborne particles of 0.0015 mm diameter in size. The air filters shall be
securely fastened in place and easily removable for cleaning during motor operation. The filters shall be
provided with an explosion proof differential pressure switch with dual NO/NC contacts for alarm and a
differential pressure gauge mounted at eye level.
3.6 Alarms and Control Devices for Motor Protection
3.6.2 Surge Protection
3.6.2.1 Add the following sentence:
Unless otherwise specified on SES E06-X03, the motors rated 1500 kW (2000 hp) and above shall be
provided with surge protection using metal oxide type surge arrestors.
3.6.2.2 Add the following sentences:
Unless otherwise specified on SES E06-X03, the motors rated 1500 kW (2000 hp) and above shall be
provided with surge capacitors. The surge capacitors shall be sealed type construction utilizing a
nonflammable, non-PCB dielectric. No additional circuit protective devices shall be provided for the
capacitor protection.
3.6.3 Differential Current Transformers
3.6.3.1 An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
Unless otherwise specified on SES E06-X03, the motors rated 1500 kW (2000 hp) and above shall be
supplied with the differential protection for protecting against phase to phase and phase to ground faults.
Provisions for differential protection current transformer (CTs), shall be specified on SES E06-X03 and as
defined below.
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a. Unless otherwise stated on SES E06-X03, self-balancing, window type CTs located at the motor, shall
be used to provide differential protection. The window type CTs shall be a 50:5 ratio and a minimum relay
accuracy of C20. These CTs shall be supplied by the Seller.
b. For large motors supplied with captive transformers located in close proximity, nonself-balancing CTs
shall be supplied for a zone differential scheme as specified on referenced single line diagram and/or
Project Motor Data Sheet(s). The motor terminal box shall be sized to include the CTs and supports for the
CTs. The accuracy class and ratio of the CTs shall be as specified on SES E06-X03.
c. In both cases (a & b above), all six (6) motor leads shall be brought out into the box and all leads shall
be fully insulated for their voltage class.
3.6.3.2 Add the following new paragraph:
When shown on referenced single line diagram or specified on SES E06-X03, additional CTs shall be
provided for motor protective relaying and local metering. The accuracy class and ratio of CTs shall be as
specified on SES E06-X03.
3.6.3.3 Add the following new paragraph:
All the CTs shall be prewired and terminated using shorting type terminal blocks located in a separate
terminal box accessible from outside the high voltage terminal box.
3.7 Ground Connections
3.7 Add the following sentences:
The Seller shall provide grounding pads for connections to United’s ground grid using 70 mm 2
copper-stranded conductors. Two (2) diagonally opposite ground pads shall be furnished on the motor
frame. Where separate pedestal bearings are supplied, each unit shall be provided with a tapped hole in
the frame foot for a ground connection.
3.8 Vibration Detectors
3.8.1 Add the following sentences:
Unless otherwise specified on SES E06-X03, each bearing for the motors rated 1500 kW (2000 hp) and
above shall be provided with two (2) vibration probes and oscillator demodulators. The probes shall be
displaced 90 degrees apart and 45 degrees from the vertical at each bearing. The oscillator demodulator
shall be mounted in a separate terminal box with a removable probe holder. Each holder shall be
shouldered so that the probe location is maintained when the probe is removed and reinstalled. The holder
shall be mechanically locked to the bearing housing and the probe shall be mechanically located in the
holder to prevent loosening in service.
3.9 Miscellaneous
Add the following new paragraph:
3.9 Unless specified on SES E06-X03, for motors installed in classified locations, the Seller shall provide
the followings to prevent arcing and sparking which could create explosions in the presence of flammable
gases.
a. The different nonwelded parts of the motor housing and enclosure shall be bonded together by a copper
strap which will be connected to the grounding pad for motor enclosure grinding.
b. Provision for clean air flushing before starting shall be provided for motors 4 Kv and above. For 4Kv
motors, a provision shall be made for inserting a portable gas detector to verify the absence of flammable
gas inside enclosure before starting. For 13.8 Kv motors, a gas detector shall be installed inside the
enclosure. The output signal from the detector shall be wired to a stainless steel NEMA 4X terminal box for
monitoring purposes and to inhibit motor starting when gases are detected.
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1.1.3 Section 4 - Inspection, Testing and Preparation for Shipment

4.1 General
4.1.1 An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
a. When shop tests are to be observed by SABIC during the manufacturing schedule, the Seller shall
provide 10 days notice to SABIC. A telex or fax transmittal from the Seller confirming the readiness to test
and advising results of any standard tests which have been completed shall be received by SABIC two (2)
days prior to the scheduled test date. Readiness to test indicates that the critical parameters such as
vibration level, noise level, temperature rise and operational capability are satisfactory.
b. It is not the intent of this prior notification requirement to interfere with normal production. Some tests
and many mutually agreed upon inspection hold points may be handled by regional inspection services. An
acceptable schedule of work, including inspection hold points, shall be issued by the Seller six (6) weeks
after receipt of Purchase Order. The schedule shall be updated on a monthly basis and submitted to
SABIC.
4.1.3 (Clarification)
All equipment covered by this Specification shall be subjected to inspection by SABIC or their designated
representative. Buyer’s inspectors shall also be granted access to any and all parts of the manufacturing
facility engaged in the manufacture or testing of the equipment. The Seller shall be required to arrange
compliance with these requirements with all material suppliers by noting on the face of all copies of
subsequent Purchase Orders of Buyer’s intent to inspect materials on those orders. In general, this is to be
construed as major suppliers, including outside foundries and forging shops. Buyer reserves the right to
inspect any and all equipment, major or minor, that forms part of the full scope of a basic Purchase Order.
4.1.3.1 Add the following sentence:
Unless otherwise specified on SES E06-X03, all motors rated above 3750 kW (5000 hp) shall be witness
tested.
4.1.3.2 Add the following sentence:
Unless otherwise specified on SES E06-X03, all motors rated 3750 kW(5000 hp) and below shall be
observed tested.
4.2 Inspection
4.2.1 (Clarification)
The Seller shall submit to Buyer for review of all certifications of material such as mill test reports, purchase
specifications, bills of material and running test data to verify that the requirements of the specifications
have been met, results of all quality control tests and inspections and final assembly maintenance and
running clearances.
4.2.1.2 (Clarification)
No surface (or parts) of the furnished equipment is to be painted until inspection is completed. Buyer will
inspect for cleanliness all equipment and all piping and appurtenances furnished by or through the Seller
prior to assembly.
4.2.3.5 (Clarification)
The Seller shall submit its Quality Assurance/Quality Control procedure for review by Buyer.
4.2.3.6 Add the following sentence:
Unless otherwise specified on SES E06-X03,for all motors rated larger than 3750 kW (5000 hp), a
verification of residual unbalance of the completely assembled rotor shall be provided.
4.3 Final Testing
4.3.1 General
4.3.1.4 Add the following sentence:
When specified on SES E06-X03, formal test procedure shall be prepared detailing all tests to be
performed and submitted to Buyer at least three (3) months before the test date for review and approval.
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Unless specifically waived by Buyer, all tests are to be witnessed or observed by Buyer or their designated
representative.
4.3.1.15 Add the following new paragraph:
The final acceptance of the equipment shall be contingent upon the receipt of the test reports showing the
equipment to be in full compliance with the Specifications, and certified copies of as-built drawings in
accordance with the drawing requirements.
4.3.2 Routine Tests
4.3.2.1 Add the following sentences:
All components of the motor shall be tested at the Seller’s facility in accordance with the latest
requirements of ANSI C50.10 and IEEE Std. 115. The motor shall be furnished with noise guarantees and
tests that will conform to the Equipment Noise Control Specification SES S20-G01. The Seller shall not
ship any motor which exceeds the noise level identified in the specification without written authorization
from Buyer. The Seller’s standard shop test shall be performed on to each motor to determine that it is free
of mechanical and electrical defects. As a minimum, the test listed in API 546 and the following tests shall
be performed.
a. Resistance of stator and field windings (cold and hot)
b. Shaft current and bearing insulation
c. Phase sequence
d. Overspeed Operation (120 percent of rated speed)
e. Four (4) hour run test
f. Stator core test
g. Measurement of air gap
h. Measurement of no-load speed
i. Measurement of no-load current for each phase
j. Stator winding immersion test
k. Noise test (8 points)
l. Short-circuited turns on rotor
m. Polarity test for poles
n. High potential test on stator and field
In addition to the tests listed above, the Seller shall perform the following tests on each motor with six
(6) or less poles unless otherwise specified on SES E06-X03:
a. Open circuit and short circuit saturation
b. Efficiency and power factor determination at 50, 75, 100 and 115 percent load
c. Segregated losses
d. Temperature rise (method 4)
e. Speed-torque
f. Pull-out Torque
g. Determination of machine reactances and time constants
h. Locked rotor current
i. Elevated temperature with restricted cooling vibration test
j. Load excitation (Potier reactance)
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4.3.2.2 Add the following new paragraph:

During the running tests, electrical and mechanical operation of all equipment shall function satisfactorily.
Bearing oil and cooling water pressure and temperature levels of both feed and drains shall be agreed
upon prior to the test. The test readings shall not start until all such parameters are stabilized to within plus
or minus 3 °C (5 °F). Oil and cooling water pressures, flow rate and temperatures shall be monitored and
recorded.
4.3.2.4 Add the following new paragraph:
The motor shall be run at 100 percent and 120 percent of normal operating speed. After the unit has
stabilized at these conditions, readings shall be recorded for vibration, oil pressure, and temperature for
each operating condition. The job vibration probes, when provided, shall be installed for the test and used
to determine the vibration levels.
4.3.2.6 Add the following new paragraph:
Vibration readings shall be monitored and recorded and shall be taken on the shaft at both the nondrive
and coupling ends; readings taken on the bearing housings are unacceptable. Vibration amplitude against
speed during the coast down from 120 percent of rated speed to rest shall be recorded.
4.3.3 Vibration Test
4.3.3.2 Add the following sentence:
During shop running tests of the assembled motor, vibration measurement shall be taken with the motor
leveled and rigidly bolted to a foundation or test stand floor whose natural frequency is removed by a least
20 percent from the rotational or twice the line excitational frequencies.
4.3.3.14 Add the following new paragraph:
During the shop test of the assembled motor operating at the no-load speed, the peak-to-peak amplitude of
the vibration unfiltered in any plane measured on the shaft, using the job Bentley Nevada proximitor probes
adjacent and relative to each radial bearing, shall not exceed the limits listed below including mechanical
runout plus electrical runout. If the Seller can demonstrate that electrical runout due to shaft material
anomalies is present, the electrical runout shall not exceed 0.25 mil (maximum). Electrical runout can be
deduced using acceptable methods by slow-rolling the rotor with a proximity probe.

MAXIMUM AMPLITUDE MILS

OPERATING SPEED
PEAK-TO-PEAK

3600 and above 1.0

1800 2.0
1200 2.5
900 and below 3.0

4.3.3.15 Add the following new paragraph:

The unfiltered vibration level (peak-to-peak) of the assembled motor operating at the 120 percent of rated
speed shall not exceed the above value plus 0.5 mil. The amplitude of any discrete nonsynchronous
vibration shall not exceed 25 percent of the allowable vibration
4.3.3.16 Add the following new paragraph:
Filtered vibration readings shall be taken at one (1) and two (2) times operating speed frequencies at twice
the line frequency, and at any other frequencies specified on the E06-S03. The vibration shall be within the
limits specified through the temperature range from specified ambient to total design for a full temperature
test.
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4.3.4 Stator Tests

4.3.4 Add the following sentence:
Stator core test shall be performed on all the motors.
4.3.4.2 Surge Test
4.3.2.1 Add the following sentences:
The voltage surge withstand capability of the stator turn to turn insulation shall be within the envelope
defined in Figure 1 of IEEE Standard 522. Two (2) additional stator coils shall be manufactured for all the
motors at the same time as the complete stator winding and shall be tested.
4.3.4.2.1.a An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
The test of the turn insulation shall consist of successive applications within one (1) minute interval of
voltage impulses with a rise time of 0.1 - 0.2 microseconds, applied between the coil terminations. The
crest value of the voltage impulse shall be gradually increased until the point of insulation failure is
reached. The test voltage shall include values of 2.0, 3.5 and 5.0 pu.
4.3.4.4 Add the following sentence:
All motor stators shall be suitable for the immersion test. For motors rated 3750 kW (5000 hp) and below,
selected motors as specified in SES E06-X03 shall be subjected to the immersion test to verify the
integrity of the manufacturers insulation system. For motors rated above 3750 kW (5000 hp) all motor
stators shall be water immersion tested.
4.3.5 Special Tests
4.3.5.1.1 An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
Complete tests for items (a) through (g) shall be given to all the motors rated above 3750 kW (5000 hp) in
addition to the tests specified in Section 4.3.2.For all the motors rated 3750 kW (5000 hp) and below,
these tests shall be given when specified on SES E06-X03.
4.4 Preparation for Shipment
4.4.1 An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
a. The motor shall be protected, in a manner requiring no disassembly prior to operation, against
mechanical damage and atmospheric corrosion during shipment and outdoor storage for a period of at
least 12 months. The Seller shall be solely responsible for the integrity of the preparation for shipment
provisions employed with respect to material and application.
b. The Seller shall specify recommended maintenance during outdoor storage, permissible periods of
outdoor storage and items for which indoor storage is recommended. If it is necessary to commission
space heaters during storage, a terminal box for the heater leads shall be provided for electrical
connection by Buyer.
c. Bracing, supports and rigging connections shall be provided to prevent damage during transit, lifting,
loading or unloading. Storage procedures shall be submitted to Buyer for review.
4.4.2 Add the following sentence:
Shipment preparation procedures shall be submitted to Buyer for concurrence. Such procedures shall be
mutually agreed upon prior to shipment. The number of boxes shall be minimized but consistent with safe
shipping procedures.
4.4.3.1 An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
The manufacturer’s ‘Mill and Chemical’ API paint system may be used.
4.4.3.2 Add the following sentence:
Immediately upon completion of all tests and inspection, all exposed machined surfaces, including
soleplates and bolting, shall be coated with a rust preventative.
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4.4.3.3 Add the following sentence:

The Seller shall submit the proposed internal preservation procedure for review and approval by Buyer.
Internals of bearing housings shall be sprayed with circulating oil or coated with a preservative. All bearing
housing openings shall be plugged or covered with standard blind flanges and gaskets. A
corrosive-resistant name tag shall be secured to the bearing housing and list requirements necessary to be
taken prior to starting of motor.
4.4.3.4 Add the following sentence:
All flanged openings shall be provided with full-sized steel closures of 4.5 mm ( 3 /16 in) minimum
thickness with full-face rubber gaskets and at least four (4) full diameter bolts. A rust inhibitor shall be
applied to all flange faces. All vapor inhibitor phase (VIP) crystal bags shall be tied securely to flange
covers to ensure that they are removed when the cover is removed.
4.4.3.5 Add the following sentences:
Solid steel plugs shall be installed in all openings which are pressurized during startup or operation. Open
ends of tubes and pipe shall be capped for protection. Taping is not acceptable.
4.4.3.6 (Clarification)
All equipment shall be packed, securely anchored, (skid-mounted when required), and weather-protected
for the specified shipment method. Bearing assemblies shall be removed or the shaft blocked to prevent
bearing damage. Separate, loose or spare parts shall be boxed and each part shall be individually
protected as required. Each container shall be marked both inside and outside with the equipment number
and service for which the parts are intended. Each container shall also include a complete Bill of Material
identifying each part. Bearing assemblies shall be fully protected from rusting and entry of moisture.
4.4.3.9 An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
All the motors that are to be shipped by sea freight shall be provided with special shipping bearing or a
suitable locking means to prevent rotor movement. Method shall be submitted to Buyer for review.
4.4.6 Add the following sentence:
Immediately upon completion of all tests and inspection, all exposed machined surfaces, including
soleplates and bolting, shall be coated with a rust preventive. In order to provide a clean epoxy grouting
surface, the bottom of all baseplates and soleplates shall be sandblasted to near-white metal and
immediately covered with epoxy paint.
4.4.9 Add the following sentence:
The Seller shall submit the proposed internal preservation procedure for review and approval.
4.4.10 An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
One (1) complete set of installation, operation and maintenance instructions shall be packed with the
equipment.
4.4.11 Add the following new paragraph:
The motor shall not be shipped by rail. Only truck shipment is acceptable.
4.4.12 Add the following new paragraph:
The final acceptance of the equipment shall be contingent upon the receipt of the test reports verifying the
equipment to be in full compliance with the specification and certified copies of as-built drawings in
accordance with the drawing requirements, plus successful operation.
1.1.4 Section 5 - Guarantee and Warranty
5.1 Add the following new paragraph:
The motor shall be furnished with a guarantee and verified by shop testing. The Seller shall not ship any
motor which exceeds the noise levels specified without written authorization from Buyer.
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5.2 Add the following new paragraph:

If the certified tested motor losses are greater and the motor efficiency at full load is lower than the
guaranteed value (stated in Motor Proposal Data Sheet), the motor purchase price shall be reduced by a
value of $5000/kW to compensate for the excess losses.
Section 6 - Vendor Data
6.1 Proposals
6.1.3 and 6.1.4 Add the following sentences:
Performance data and curves are required for the issue of the Purchase Order. All curves submitted prior
to final performance testing shall be marked ‘Predicted’. Any curves resulting from an actual test shall be
marked ‘Tested’. All performance data and curves shall be included in the equipment data book. The
performance data and curves to be submitted with vendor’s proposal shall include the following.
a. Project Motor Data Sheet(s), listing reactance and time constant values
b. Saturation and synchronous impedance curves
c. Motor output curves for the minimum and maximum cooling air temperature
d. Speed vs. Torque curve (at 1.0 pu, 0.8 pu and 0.7 pu volts)
e. Excitation ‘V’ curves including reactive capability for minimum and maximum cooling temperatures
f. Lock rotor time vs. Current Curve
g. Short Circuit Torques vs. Time Curves (with equation shown)
h. Motor performance curves during operation (speed vs. Amperage, torque, efficiency and horsepower)
6.1.20 Add the following new paragraph:
The Seller shall provide exciter data in accordance with IEEE 115. Items such as block diagrams,
definition of symbols, description of exciter and data are required for Buyer’s system stability studies.
6.1.21 Add the following new paragraph:
Spare parts and spare parts documentation shall be provided in accordance with the Purchase Order.
However, a separate price shall be included in the base quote for startup and commissioning spare parts
as follows:
a. One (1) set of front and rear bearings
b. One (1) set of oil rings for each bearing
c. One (1) set of oil labyrinth seals (internal and external)
d. One (1) complete set of reusable air filters (If applicable)
e. Exciter field diodes
f. Field application and control modules
g. Field discharge resistor
6.2 Contract Data
6.2.2.3 Add the following sentence:
The equipment data and drawings shall include the information as follows:
a. Outline dimension drawing including the total weight of equipment, weight of heaviest part to be
removed for maintenance purposes, shipping units, arrangement of components, etc.
b. Detail drawings which show base and mounting detail, method of anchoring, supports required and
weights. This information shall be certified by the Seller. Also, detail drawings which show cuts and
sections shall be furnished for major components.
b. Schematic diagrams which include internal connection diagrams with control switches and instruments
switches contact development.
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c. Flow diagram for cooling and lube oil system shall show air flow pattern, cooling water and lube oil
requirements, the rejection in BTU’s and CFM of makeup air required.
6.2.4.5 An exemption to the requirement is as follows:
Photographs of assembly process shall be provided for all the motors rated 3750 kW (5000 hp) and above.
7. Storage
Add the following sentence:
The Vendor shall recommend procedures for short and long term storage both for indoor and outdoor
locations. Maintenance during storage shall also be addressed.
8. Field Assistance
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The Vendor may be required to assist SABIC with the installation, check out testing and start up at the
jobsite.
9. Hourly rates, costs for travel, accommodation and, per diem expenses shall be provided at SABIC’s
request.