Sp-Amnt-6-038 Specification Electrical Installation - Underground and Aboveground

Doc No: SP-AMNT-6-038
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PT. AMMAN MINERAL NUSATENGGARA

BATU HIJAU PROJECT
SPECIFICATION
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION - UNDERGROUND

AND ABOVEGROUND
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 GENERAL ..................................................................................................................................................... 3
2.0 PRODUCTS ................................................................................................................................................... 5
3.0 EXECUTION FOR ABOVEGROUND INSTALLATIONS.......................................................................... 6
4.0 EXECUTION FOR BELOWGROUND INSTALLATIONS ....................................................................... 17
5.0 ATTACHMENTS ......................................................................................................................................... 19

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1.0 GENERAL
1.1 Summary
A. Scope of Specification
This specification and the contract drawings govern the installation of electrical systems
underground and aboveground on the project. The drawings and specification complement
each other; however, in case of conflicts, the drawings shall govern, because they are
intended to identify all materials and equipment required to assemble the facilities. Any
deviations from the specification or drawings must be authorized in advance by the Owner's
representative.
B. Related Specifications
The following specifications prescribe items of related work:
 SP-AMNT-0-109 Excavation, Backfill and Compaction

 SP-AMNT-0-113 Rock Drilling and Blasting
 SP-AMNT-0-119 Mechanically Stabilized Earth Walls
 SP-AMNT-1-101 Structural Concrete and Reinforcing
 SP-AMNT-4-074 Painting (Equipment and Piping)
 SP-AMNT-6-001 Electrical Design Criteria
Coordinate work prescribed by this specification with work prescribed by the above listed
specifications, and other specifications not listed above.
C. Scope of Work Definition
In general, the installation work underground and aboveground shall include all power,
lighting, grounding, and control systems as indicated on the contract drawings and
specifications. In addition, the electrical portion of the instrumentation and
communication, fire and gas detection, and cathodic protection are included as required by
the installation contract. Refer to the installation contract scope of work for particular
details and specific installation requirements for the project.
1.2 References
The publications listed below form part of this specification. Each publication shall be the latest
revision and addendum in effect on the date this specification is issued for construction unless noted
otherwise. Except as modified by the requirements specified herein or the details of the drawings,
work included in this specification shall conform to the applicable provisions of these publications
including, but not limited to, those listed below.
A. ANSI (American National Standards Institute)
1. ANSI C2 (National Electrical Safety Code)
B. API-RP (American Petroleum Institute Recommended Practices)
C. ICEA (Insulated Cable Engineers Association

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D. IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers)
E. ANSI/NEC (National Electrical Code)
1. NFPA No. 70
F. NEMA (National Electrical Manufacturers Association)
G. NETA (National Electrical Testing Association)
H. NFPA (National Fire Protection Association)
I. OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
1. Including all applicable amendments.
J. UL (Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.)
K. Applicable local codes and ordinances
1.3 Quality Assurance
A. Performance Guarantee
1. Installation of electrical facilities shall be completed to the satisfaction of Owner’s

representative in accordance with conditions specified in the installation contract.
2. Guarantee all equipment, material, and installation to be free from defects,

complete and undamaged.
3. Deliver a complete set of as built drawings for record to the Owner at completion
of the work.
B. Coordination with Other Trades
1. Coordination shall include the checking and review of other discipline drawings
to ensure that no conflicts exist in dimensions or location of equipment.
2. Coordinate the installation of equipment with other trades and schedule work
activities to complete the installation in an orderly fashion to avoid rework.
1.4 Safety
Contractor shall perform all work activities in a safe, professional manner and shall strictly adhere
to all OSHA safety requirements as well as Owner specified safety regulations. As a minimum,
responsible for the following:
 Safety indoctrination of all personnel

 Implementation of required safety procedures
 Conducting regularly scheduled safety meetings
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 Inspection and maintenance of work area for safety hazards
 Maintaining tools and machinery in safe operating condition
 Provision of safety equipment for all personnel
 Safe work permits as required by Owner
In addition, contractor shall be responsible for all related safe working requirements as specified in
the installation contract and as required by Owner during performance of the work.
2.0 PRODUCTS
2.1 Materials
A. Except as specified in the installation contract as furnished by others, contractor shall

furnish supervision, labor, material, tools, equipment, machinery, and other items
necessary for a complete and workable installation. All material furnished shall be new
and subject to review by Owner's representative.
B. Any apparatus, appliance, material, or work not shown on drawings or indicated in the
specifications but necessary to make the work complete and ready for operation shall be
furnished, delivered, and installed by contractor without additional expense to Owner.
C. Substitutions for material as called for on the drawings will be permitted only by written
approval of Engineer.
D. Electrical materials shall be UL listed.
E. Refer to related specifications for detailed specifications of the electrical equipment

including, but not limited to, conduit, cable and cable trays to be used.
2.2 Equipment and Material Protection
A. Receiving and Preparation of Equipment
1. Examine and inspect equipment upon receipt for shortages or damage. Conduct
such testing as might be required to establish the condition of the equipment.
2. Unless a deficiency report is received, equipment is assumed to be received in

good condition, complete with all parts and components.
3. Carefully close, repair, and restore shipping crates and boxes so as to maintain the
equipment in clean, and like new condition, and avoid loss of parts during storage.
4. Carefully review the installation/operations manual and other instructions

furnished by suppliers regarding protection of their equipment during storage and
before plant operations. The instructions outlined under this section represent
minimum requirements; also perform any additional maintenance or protective
measures recommended by equipment suppliers.

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B. Handling and Storage
1. After equipment has been received and moved into the storage area, each panel
and cabinet shall be individually unpacked and visually inspected and checked for
correct and complete installation of all parts, components, equipment, and
associated devices in accordance with the manufacturer's drawings. The PT
AMNT Construction Procedure Manual shall be followed in the event equipment
materials are found to be damaged upon receipt. Protective packaging shall then
be re-installed following inspection and shall not be removed until the equipment
is ready to be installed into its permanent location.
2. Move, store and protect equipment and materials from the time of receipt at jobsite
until final installation and acceptance.
3. The type of storage and protection shall be determined from the manufacturer's
instructions and specific instructions from Owner’s representative.
4. Maintenance requirements at the storage areas shall include the following:
a. Access shall be controlled.
b. Condition of the storage area shall be monitored so that lack of

protection, such as loss of heat or weatherproof covering, is detected and
corrected.
c. Fire protection shall be compatible with materials stored and type of

storage.
d. Sources of contamination, such as rodents, flooding, and eating and

drinking in areas, shall be controlled.
5. Storage areas shall be organized to maintain proper segregation of material. Items

shall retain PO (Purchase Order) and equipment tag identification for
retrievability and inventory control. Bins and racks shall be provided to segregate
material by usage and classes. Floor storage shall be laid out in a given pattern to
facilitate traceability of items; and their current locations shall be part of the
storage records.
C. Protection of Installed Equipment
During the installation period and until the work has been finally accepted, properly and
adequately protect raceways and all items of equipment installed from the adverse effects
of water, dampness, dust, falling objects, and injury due to the activities of workmen and
others. In the event that damage occurs to equipment due to negligence at no expense to
the Owner, replace, repair, or have repaired the damaged item subject to the approval of
Owner’s representative.

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3.0 EXECUTION FOR ABOVEGROUND INSTALLATION
3.1 General
A. Electrical Installation Requirements
1. Contract drawings indicate the general layout of the complete electrical system
and show arrangements of feeders, circuits, outlets, switches, controls,
panelboards, substations, service equipment fixtures, and other work.
2. Bring to Owner's representative attention discrepancies between plans and As

Constructed conditions.
3. Verify the location and method for connecting to each item of equipment. Bring
discrepancies to Owner's attention for resolution.
4. All equipment and wiring installation must comply with requirements stated in
the NEC for the specified electrical area classification.
5. Install equipment and material in accordance with contract requirements. No

deviation will be permitted except by written authorization of Owner’s
representative. Materials or equipment improperly installed shall be removed and
reinstalled to the satisfaction of Owner’s representative, at no expense to Owner.
6. The architectural, structural, piping, and mechanical drawings and specifications

are incorporated into this specification by this reference. Electrical and
instrumentation plans are by nature diagrammatic;
B. Electrical Work in Hazardous Areas
Responsible for safe performance of the work without disruption to existing operations
when installation is required in hazardous areas or operating portions of existing plant
facilities. Any and all provisions shall be made as required and specified by Owner’s
representative including safe work permits and inspection of the area for possible work
hazards, conflicts, and interferences.
C. Testing and Preparation for Energization
1. Perform inspection, testing, and calibration of electrical equipment and systems

in accordance with equipment specifications.
2. Owner’s representative reserves the right to inspect and test any portion of the
equipment and materials at any time during the installation process. Before
connecting fixtures or equipment to the wiring system, verify that all wiring and
connections are free from short circuits, open circuits, and unintentional grounds.
Test the entire system in the presence of Owner's representative, and verify that
the entire electrical system is properly installed before energization of any portion
of the electrical system. All equipment required to test the electrical system or
system components shall be provided by contractor, and at no expense to Owner.
Shall secure the written permission of Construction Superintendent and Owner’s
representative before energization of any portion of the electrical system.

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3.2 Equipment Installation
A. Transformers
Power transformers shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

Take the additional following precautions:
1. Protect against moisture or foreign materials entering the transformer.
2. Maintain positive gas pressure during storage and during installation of liquid
filled transformers.
3. Inspect for the following:
 Oil level
 Oil leaks
 No-load tap changer in correct position
 External damage
4. Check the transformer foundation location to coordinate attachment of both

primary and secondary bus duct or cables.
5. Complete bus duct connections to transformer using torque wrench as prescribed

by supplier.
B. Switchgear and Motor Control Centers
Install switchgear and motor control centers in accordance with manufacturer's

instructions. Take the following precautions:
1. Store indoors in a clean, dry place with a moderate temperature; cover with plastic
tarp. Install and activate space heaters inside units. Space heaters shall be kept
energized until switchgear is in service.
2. Store switchgear breakers upright and supported so that studs will not be bent or
breaker parts damaged. Do not use moisture absorbing covers, use nonabsorbent
paper.
3. Torque all bus bolts to manufacturer's recommendations.
4. Check floor for levelness. Weld or bolt switchgear and motor control center
structures to floor channels.
5. Inspect equipment and remove shipping members in bus area before testing.
6. Assemble all loose parts as prescribed by Suppliers' installation instructions. Use

torque wrenches on all bus connections to Supplier's specifications.

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7. Complete assembly of switchgear shipping sections, paying particular attention
to interconnection wiring requirements.
8. Perform; according to the project testing specification; complete inspection and

testing of switchgear and motor control center components, instruments, meters,
and relays.
C. Battery Systems
1. Install and charge batteries and battery chargers in accordance with the contract
drawings and manufacturer's instructions.
2. Energization, test, and checkout of battery back-up or uninterruptible power

supply system shall be performed by, or in cooperation with, an authorized
equipment representative when startup service is included with equipment PO.
Otherwise, place equipment in service only after completing the preparation
requirements following Supplier’s recommendations.
D. Mechanical Equipment
Install the electrical portion of mechanical equipment items following the manufacturer's
instructions and recommendations. Review and inspect the electrical system installation
to verify compliance with the equipment specifications and related electrical requirements.
3.3 Systems Installations
A. Conduit Systems
1. General Installation Criteria
a. Install all conduit systems shown on the contract electrical drawings.

The conduit shall be cut square, with ends reamed and, where applicable,
with sharp, clean-cut threads. Conduit size shall be as indicated on the
drawings. Field bent conduit shall have a minimum radius as indicated
in Article 346-10 of the NEC. The radius of bend shall be taken as the
radius of curve at the inner edge of the elbow.
b. The conduit shall maintain a uniform circular cross section throughout

the bend. Contractor is responsible to determine aboveground conduit
lengths. If conduits change elevation when entering or leaving the main
conduit rack, they shall not interfere with piping or block space
designated for future use. Provide pull points where shown or required
to limit the number of bends in any conduit run in accordance with
Articles 346-11, 347-14, 348-10, 350-6, and 351-10 of the NEC.
c. Swab clean conduit runs by pulling an appropriate size mandrel through

the conduit before installation of wire or cable.
d. Protect all conduits during construction. Plug or cap temporary openings

in the conduit system to prevent entrance of moisture or foreign matter.

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Replace at own expense conduits and ducts containing foreign materials
that cannot be removed.
e. Coat joints and couplings with conductive non-lead based thread

compound before installation.
f. All conduit and fitting shall have a minimum of 5 threads fully engaged
at all connections. Running threads or threadless conduit fittings are
prohibited.
g. Install conduit, that touches fireproofing or that passes through a

firewall, following contract drawings and specifications.
h. Fit vertical conduit drops exceeding 6100 mm with a drainage fitting at

the low point. For drops into panels, terminal cabinet wireways,
buildings, switchgear or hubbed equipment, use a drainage type seal
fitting (EYD).
i. Overhead conduit drops to small equipment and instruments shall not

enter directly into the device. The conduit connection shall be liquid
tight flexible conduit. For prevention of moisture draining into the
device, use a T-condulet. Orient the condulet vertically with the flex
connection coming off the center hub and an acceptable drainage fitting
placed in the bottom hub.
j. When conduits of various sizes are banked together, the bends and
offsets must be bent in a concentric fashion. Starting with the inside
conduit, the next bending radius must be increased by the distance of the
center-to-center measurements of the 2 conduits.
k. PVC (polyvinyl chloride) jacket conduit must receive special care when
threading for less than full length installation. Follow manufacturer's
instructions and touch up with PVC spray as soon as conduit is
assembled. Do not bend PVC jacketed conduit except as a last resort;
then use specified roll-type benders. Use manufactured bends or
condulets rather than field bending.
2. Conduit Supports, Identification, and Routing
a. Fasten and support horizontal runs of rigid metal conduits at intervals in

accordance with the NEC Table No. 346-12.
b. In general, conduit supports shall consist of strut type channels with

suitable clamps and bolts. Channels shall be securely welded to the
structural steel.
c. Supporting conduits from piping is not permitted unless specifically

shown on drawings.

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d. Conduit supports may be welded to structural steel members. All welds
and hot dip galvanizing damaged during installation shall be restored
with galvanizing epoxy-zinc paint.
e. Identify conduits at each end of the conduit run and on both sides of a
wall or soffit penetration. The identification number shall match the
conduit number shown on the drawing.
f. Normally, install exposed conduit parallel with or at right angles to walls,

columns, and beams.
g. Conduit runs shall avoid obstructions and unnecessary bends. Where

possible, conduit runs shall be a minimum of 100 mm from fireproofed
steel and insulated hot fluid lines, or any hot object over 150 degrees C.
h. Route conduits for maximum practical accessibility of junction boxes

and conduit fittings without the use of scaffolding.
i. Whenever possible, route conduits a minimum of 7600 mm horizontally

from high fire risk equipment.
j. Conduit routed on columns or vessels may be supported by ladder

supports. Where it is necessary to route the conduit between the ladder
and the column or vessel, maintain a minimum of 150 mm for toe space.
3. Conduit Seals
a. To prevent the passage of gases, vapors, or flames from one portion of

the electrical installation to another through the conduit, provide
explosion-proof seal fittings located in conformance with ANSI C1 in
conduit systems in classified locations. The sealing compound used in
the fittings shall not be affected by the surrounding atmospheres or
liquids and shall not have a melting point below 93 degrees C.
b. Fit conduits entering into substations, buildings, and process control

rooms from classified Division 1 or Division 2 areas with
explosion-proof sealing fittings.
c. In order to prevent moisture from entering equipment, install drain seals

on vertical conduits immediately before entering equipment enclosures.
Use drains at all low points in the conduit systems and as required to
prevent accumulation of moisture in the conduit and the equipment
enclosures. Seal within 460 mm of outside wall overhead conduits
passing through building walls.
d. Conduit sealing fittings shall not be poured by Contractor until all
systems have been inspected and tested.
4. Conduit Fittings
a. Install with gaskets those fittings located indoors and outdoors that are
not explosion proof.

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b. Fit with breathers and drains cast metal junction boxes, terminal
cabinets, and equipment enclosures with flanged and bolted covers
exposed to weather.
c. Install conduit bushings where wiring leaves the conduit system. All
tapped conduit openings in cast boxes without hubs shall have insulating
sleeves designed to prevent insulation damage.
d. To facilitate removal without disturbing the conduit and supply

conductors, install conduit unions directly adjacent to equipment subject
to replacement or removal for repairs (such as motors and motor
starters).
e. Conduit unions provided at explosion proof enclosures shall also be

explosion-proof and shall be located between the conduit seal fitting and
the enclosure.
f. Fit conduit terminations in sheet metal or cast boxes without hubs with
Myers type hubs. Locknuts and busings shall not be acceptable.
g. Wireways and cabinets for equipment shall not contain free knockouts.
Plug unused cut holes with hubs and flush plugs.
h. In straight overhead conduit runs of 300 feet or more, install expansion

fittings at a maximum spacing of 200 feet on center. Each expansion
fitting shall allow for minimum total conduit movement of 203 mm.
Install bonding jumpers around expansion joints.
i. Install plugs in unused openings of fittings, junction boxes, and

panelboards.
5. Flexible Conduit Systems
a. Use flexible couplings or flexible conduit to connect to vibrating

equipment to permit equipment movement or where required in a conduit
system to facilitate replacement of devices.
b. All flexible conduit connections to equipment, controls, and instruments

in Class 1, Group D, Division 2 classified areas shall be Type UA liquid
tight conduit, UL listed. Install liquid tight flexible metal conduit with
termination fittings designed for the specific purpose.
c. For Class 1, Group D, Division 1 areas, all flexible connections shall be

explosion proof flexible couplings as required by NEC.
d. Flexible liquid tight connections to equipment over 32 mm in size must

have bonding conductor installed with the wire cable of code size or a
bonding jumper with clamps to maintain continuity. Special design
drawing notes may require bonding jumpers on conduits less than 32
mm.

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B. Cable Tray Installation
1. Support cable trays according to the manufacturer's standards. The supporting

system will allow for tray expansion as well as tray containment.
2. Fit cable tray with expansion coupling and guides on straight runs.
3. Test cable tray splice plates and expansion couplings to maintain a resistance not
exceeding 1 ohm. All splice plates and couplings shall be tested for ground
continuity.
4. Bond and effectively ground cable trays to provide a continuous path for fault
current. Materials for grounding shall be compatible with those used for the tray
fabrication.
5. Field modifications or bends must maintain ground continuity.
6. Cable tray systems shall be complete before installing cable.
7. Bond conduits, duct, or wire ways feeding or picking up cabling from a cable tray,
to the tray in a manner that maintains continuity of equipment ground.
8. Check the tray load rating to verify capacity for total weight of cable to be
installed in tray.
9. Fiberglass cable tray shall be installed and grounded according to the

manufacturer’s recommendation.
C. Cable Installation Practices
1. Do not bend single conductor and multi conductor cable to radii smaller than that
specified by the manufacturer or by the NEC. Use special pull boxes or oversized
conduits to meet this requirement.
2. Cable terminations shall be performed by certified craftsmen working in complete

conformance with the manufacturer's instructions.
3. Pulling lubricants shall be soapstone powder, powdered talc, or a commercial

pulling compound approved for the purpose. No soap suds, soap flakes, oil, or
grease shall be used, as these may be harmful to cable insulation. Contractor shall
use nylon or hemp rope for pulling cable to avoid scoring the conduit.
4. All electrical plastic tape used for joints on thermo set insulation shall be 7 mils
thick, 19 mm wide.
5. Neatly lace, bundle, and identify control wiring by permanently marked

heat-shrinkable tubing labels on each conductor termination.
6. Install cables in conduits or cable tray in accordance with conduit and cable
schedule and as shown on the drawings. Any deviations in routing or method of

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installation must have Owner's representative’s written authorization. Installation
lengths of cable shall be checked before cutting.
7. Splicing cables in conduits is prohibited. Where required, lighting circuits may

be spliced in conduit fittings. Control cables to control panels or motor control
centers that have been stripped of their jackets for terminating, shall be bundled
and tied a using sufficient plastic ties made for this purpose.
8. Control cable terminations and their conductor connections shall be in accordance

with the wiring diagrams. Conductor insulation shall be squarely and evenly cut.
Length of exposed conductor shall provide maximum conductor contact while
maintaining conductor insulation continuous with the connector. Control wiring
termination shall be made using insulated sleeves and crimp type spade lugs for
all devices equipped with screw terminals.
9. Terminate medium and high voltage feeder cables in accordance with the contract
drawings and cable termination manufacturer's recommendations. Terminations
at cast or sheet metal boxes will use bulkhead type fittings.
10. Neatly train cables without interlacing, and make cables sufficient length in all
boxes and equipment panels to permit making a neat arrangement. Remove
jackets of multi conductor control and instrument cables properly to train and
terminate the conductors. Secure cables in a manner to avoid tension on
conductors or terminals, and protect from mechanical injury and from moisture at
the exposed end. Sharp bends over conduit bushings are prohibited.
11. Damaged cables shall be removed and replaced at no expense to the Owner.
12. Spare conductors in a cable shall allow sufficient length to be terminated in the
farthest point in the enclosure.
D. Grounding
1. Grounding systems shall consist of networks installed around all major process
units, buildings structures, distribution centers, substations, and along pipeways.
Networks shall consist of grounding buses (main cable loops), grounding
electrodes, equipment grounding conductors, and above grade equipment
grounding connection buses. The grounding plans and standard details indicate
the minimum requirements for ground systems.
2. Grounding conductors extended above grade and exposed to possible damage

shall be suitably protected by installation in conduit.
3. Do not loop grounding buses or conductors between equipment. Connect

equipment to be grounded directly to grounding electrodes, grounding connection
buses, or the main grounding bus.
4. Connect the following items to the grounding system either directly or through
bonding:
a. Motor, generator, and transformer frames.

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b. Non-current carrying metallic parts of electrical equipment and

installations, such as switchgear cubicles, panel boards, push-button
stations, motor control centers, and substation fences.
c. Structural columns of buildings, bus structures, cable tray towers, and

platforms.
d. Lightning arrestors and lightning shield conductors.
e. Metallic messengers of self-supporting cables.
f. Tanks, vessels, stacks, exchangers and similar equipment not directly

bolted to a grounded supporting structure.
g. Floating roofs on tanks when they are non-inherently bonded.
h. Operating pipes or rods of overhead air break switches.
i. Exposed conductive materials enclosing electrical conductors, such as

metallic conduit, electrical metallic tubing, metallic sheaths and shields,
cable troughs trays and racks, wireways, busways, and raceways.
j. Pipe support columns in process area.
5. Make grounding system connections for equipment grounds, system grounds, and
grounding electrodes with solderless compression connectors that are accessible
and removable to facilitate inspection and test.
6. Maintain grounding for static and lightning protection independent of the

electrical equipment and system grounding unless the grounding systems are
installed in proximity to each other.
7. Extend grounding buses above grade at convenient locations to connection buses

for connection of equipment grounding conductors.
8. Drive grounding electrodes to their full length. To facilitate testing, connection
clamps shall be removable from the grounding electrode.
9. When conductor colors other than green/yellow are used for grounding, these
conductors shall be marked at both ends with green/yellow adhesive tape or with
green/yellow heat shrink sleeve.
E. Lighting
1. Final adjustment and aiming of fixtures shall be made under the direction of the
Owner's representative.
2. Install lighting transformers, panel boards, fixtures, and receptacles in such a

manner that they will not impair or obstruct the normal clearance of passageways
for personnel or equipment.

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3. Identification cards in panel board doors shall be neatly typewritten to identify all
circuits.
4. Fixtures shall be clean at the time of acceptance of the work, and every lamp shall
be operable.
5. All fixtures shall be installed following standard electrical details. Changes shall
be reviewed by Owner’s representative before installation.
6. Where fixture locations shown on drawings may result in shadows or obstructed

lighting, the fixture shall be relocated after review with Owner’s representative.
7. In horizontal conduit runs that support pendant mounted lighting fixtures, conduit
supports shall be installed as close as practical to vertical drops.
8. Lighting fixture stanchions that are mounted on platforms shall be firmly

supported from the handrail with a minimum 76 mm clearance between the
handrail and stanchion.
9. Locate lighting panels where there will be at least 910 mm clearance above and
in front of the panel.
F. Instrumentation Wiring
1. Wiring shall be continuous from field device to dedicated terminal points through
field terminal cabinets or other designated terminal strip point. No splicing of
wires in condulets or pulling boxes will be accepted.
2. Signal wire shielding shall be electrically continuous when the cable is passing
through terminal blocks of a junction or terminal box.
3. Conduits housing intrinsically safe systems shall have seals as the conduit enters
control buildings or rooms and as it leaves the underground duct bank system, to
prevent flammable gas from using the raceway to gain entrance to the control
room. However, intrinsically safe wiring within the process area does not require
seals, except to control moisture entry into panels and enclosures.
4. All raceways shall enter terminal cabinets and individual instruments from the
bottom. No top entry conduits are acceptable. For side entry use a Myers Hub
style.
5. All field instrument terminal boxes shall be close coupled to the instrument if not
an integral part of the instrument. Therefore, the flexible conduit connection to
the signal raceway system will be made on the field side of the terminal junction
box. Each flexible connection must have enough raceway to establish a drip loop
before it enters the terminal box.
6. The instrument terminal box shall not be supported on the instrument itself unless
it is an integral part of the instrument. Instruments on intrinsically safe systems
do not require seals except for moisture control. If an instrument is fed from
above, the raceway and conduit system must have a drain installed condulet fitting
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ahead of flexible connections. A T-condulet with a drainage fitting mounted on
vertical drops immediately at the flexible connection does not require a drainage
seal at the instrument. Use a union on the load side of the terminal box for
instrument removal.
7. Permanently mark tag signal wiring conductors at every termination point with a
heat shrink label. The label will be visible without disturbing wires.
G. Installation Assemblies
1. Standard installation assembly details as referred from the plan drawings depict
the minimum requirements and typical configuration of equipment and electrical
devices. Installation shall meet or exceed these requirements, whereas
configuration and orientation may be adjusted to suit field conditions.
2. Deviations from the standard assemblies must be reviewed and approved by

Owner.
3. For clarification of the minimum requirements and to define standard technical

practices, refer to Standard Installation Notes, which may be supplementary to the
assembly details.
4. In addition, review the general notes on each drawing for clarification or

modifications that may be intended for the detail installation.
H. Special Systems and Miscellaneous
1. Install special electrical systems in accordance with each system specification,

Scope of Work, drawings, details, and manufacturer's instructions. Examples of
systems with unique technical installation requirements are the following:
 Lightning protection
 Heat tracing
 Fire and gas detection
 Cathodic protection
 Communications
 Alarm and monitoring system
2. Nameplates and Tagging
a. Laminated plastic nameplates with white background and black lettering

shall be provided and installed by Contractor for all electrical equipment
and components such as control stations provided for motors
(nameplates supplied with the MCC) and terminal boxes. Nameplates
shall be attached by screws. Adhesive or tape is not acceptable.
b. Motors that may be started from a remote location shall be tagged with
a sign stating "CAUTION - THIS MOTOR MAY START
AUTOMATICALLY." This sign shall be made from laminated plastic
(white letters on red background).

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3. Painting
All touch-up painting on electrical equipment that may have been damaged during
installation. Do touch-up painting on motors. Touch-up paint for motor control
equipment, switchgear, and power transformers shall be supplied by the
equipment Supplier. All other painting shall be in accordance with the
specifications listed in Section 1.1.B. of this specification.
4. Calibration and setting of protective devices, relays, and breakers shall be

performed by qualified technicians in accordance with manufacturer's
instructions. Refer to Relay Coordination Setting Records and related data
prepared for the project for proper setting of all devices.
4.0 EXECUTION FOR UNDERGROUND INSTALLATION
4.1 Preparation
A. Before laying out work, exercise proper precaution to verify each measurement.
B. Use extreme caution before excavation in existing plant areas to locate existing
underground services.
4.2 Inspection
Visual check of electrical items shall be made before those items are permanently installed.
4.3 Installation
A. Trenching, backfilling, compacting and concrete work shall comply with the specifications
listed in section 1.1.B. of this specification.
B. Concrete work shall comply with specifications listed in Section 1.1.B. of this
specification.
C. Dig trenches to the required depth without pockets or dips. Remove large stones from the
bottom of the trench and compact loose fill in the trench bottom before conduit is laid.
D. Install underground conduit with a minimum 76 mm to 30.5 m slope. Slope the conduit to
a suitable sump area. Refer to the drawings for the desired slope and sump area.
E. Backfill shall be soft dirt or sand tamped into place. Fill trench to the top and restore
surface to its original condition. Remove excess earth. Conduit duct banks shall have a
minimum earth cover of 460 mm.
F. Arrange conduit in tiers, as indicated on the duct bank cross sectional drawing. Place the
conduit in the desired formation so that the vertical and horizontal separation will be no
less than 200 mm between the centers of adjacent conduits.

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To obtain this separation, use plastic separators or rebar installed at intervals of 1525 mm
and then tie the individual conduits together with heavy twine or tywraps to form a rigid
skeleton conduit structure. Run ground cable (#4/0 minimum) along the side or under the
total length of duct bank. Connect the ground cable to the plant ground grid and ground
rods in the manholes as indicated on the drawings. Conduits that terminate in manholes
shall have bell ends flush with manhole wall.
G. In laying the conduit, stagger all couplings at least 1830 mm, both vertically and
horizontally.
H. Rigid galvanized steel conduit shall be installed where underground conduit turns up to
exit the duct bank. Refer to the electrical installation detail for this requirement.
I. Unless shown otherwise on the drawings, terminate all stub-ups 76 mm above finished
grade elevation surface of concrete.
J. Install a 2.4 mm diameter polyethylene pull rope equivalent to Jetline Products No. 332 in
all spare conduits not containing wire and cable. Cap spare conduit.
K. Encase all conduits in red colored 2500 PSI concrete with a minimum cover of 76 mm on
top, bottom, and sides of conduit. Concrete may be premixed with dye, or dye may be
added to concrete during pouring.
L. Wherever duct banks cross under roadways or rail beds, use galvanized rigid steel conduits
in all cases, extending 1525 mm beyond the edge of the road bed. Minimum depth for duct
bank shall be 1525 mm below top of rail or 910 mm below roadway grade and reinforced
with rebar.
M. Mark underground duct banks with a 152 mm wide yellow polyethylene tape buried 152
mm under the surface directly over the duct banks. Mark the tape thus: Caution -Buried
Electrical Cable.
N. For sealing conduits, use only non thermoplastic compounds such as J. M. Dux seal, or an
equivalent substitute. The compound shall have no effect on rubber or rubber-like
insulations, lead, aluminum, or ferrous alloys; it shall be insoluble in water and withstand
maximum temperature ranges of the locality.
Note!!! This stipulation does not pertain to explosion-proof seals, because they require a
different compound.
O. For cable pulls, use pulling compound specifically for the application.
P. Pre-cast manholes with all accessories as indicated on the drawings. Manholes shall be
forced-air ventilated during installation of cable.
Q. Use rigid galvanized steel conduit wherever installed in concrete floors or foundations of
plant, administration, and ancillary buildings.
R. All underground conduit shall be rigid PVC conduit type DB or equivalent, except as
specified herein or in the drawings.

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S. Tag above grade extensions with a permanent metal tag. The tag shall list every circuit
number as shown on the drawings.
5.0 ATTACHMENTS
Not applicable.
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PT. AMMAN MINERAL NUSATENGGARA

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION - UNDERGROUND

LEAD ENGR PROJ

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1.0 GENERAL ..................................................................................................................................................... 3

2.0 PRODUCTS ................................................................................................................................................... 5

3.0 EXECUTION FOR ABOVEGROUND INSTALLATIONS.......................................................................... 6

4.0 EXECUTION FOR BELOWGROUND INSTALLATIONS ....................................................................... 17

5.0 ATTACHMENTS ......................................................................................................................................... 19

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The following specifications prescribe items of related work:

 SP-AMNT-0-109 Excavation, Backfill and Compaction

C. Scope of Work Definition

A. ANSI (American National Standards Institute)

1. ANSI C2 (National Electrical Safety Code)

B. API-RP (American Petroleum Institute Recommended Practices)

C. ICEA (Insulated Cable Engineers Association

D. IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers)

E. ANSI/NEC (National Electrical Code)

F. NEMA (National Electrical Manufacturers Association)

G. NETA (National Electrical Testing Association)

H. NFPA (National Fire Protection Association)

I. OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)

1. Including all applicable amendments.

J. UL (Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.)

K. Applicable local codes and ordinances

1.3 Quality Assurance

1. Installation of electrical facilities shall be completed to the satisfaction of Owner’s

2. Guarantee all equipment, material, and installation to be free from defects,

B. Coordination with Other Trades

 Safety indoctrination of all personnel

A. Except as specified in the installation contract as furnished by others, contractor shall

D. Electrical materials shall be UL listed.

E. Refer to related specifications for detailed specifications of the electrical equipment

2.2 Equipment and Material Protection

A. Receiving and Preparation of Equipment

2. Unless a deficiency report is received, equipment is assumed to be received in

4. Carefully review the installation/operations manual and other instructions

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4. Maintenance requirements at the storage areas shall include the following:

a. Access shall be controlled.

b. Condition of the storage area shall be monitored so that lack of

c. Fire protection shall be compatible with materials stored and type of

d. Sources of contamination, such as rodents, flooding, and eating and

5. Storage areas shall be organized to maintain proper segregation of material. Items

C. Protection of Installed Equipment

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A. Electrical Installation Requirements

2. Bring to Owner's representative attention discrepancies between plans and As

5. Install equipment and material in accordance with contract requirements. No

6. The architectural, structural, piping, and mechanical drawings and specifications

B. Electrical Work in Hazardous Areas

C. Testing and Preparation for Energization

1. Perform inspection, testing, and calibration of electrical equipment and systems

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3.2 Equipment Installation

Power transformers shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

1. Protect against moisture or foreign materials entering the transformer.

3. Inspect for the following:

4. Check the transformer foundation location to coordinate attachment of both

5. Complete bus duct connections to transformer using torque wrench as prescribed

B. Switchgear and Motor Control Centers

Install switchgear and motor control centers in accordance with manufacturer's