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Collector & Substation Equipment Testinga. Ground Gridb. Main Power Transformerc. Breakersd. Grounding Transformers/ Zig Zagse. Arrestorsf. Instrument Transformersg. Relayingh. FO, UG, OH Cable Systems
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Main Power Transformer Testing Send someone to the factory to witness testing, especially
important if this is the first transformer with this configurationand size
Many owners opt to have the transformer vendor assemble/fill/and test the transformer to limit transfer of risk to multipleparties
Have representative on site to sign off tests and compareagainst factory results
Use three axis impact recorder during shipping and handling
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Main Power Transformer Testing
When the transformer arrives on site.1. Megger core ground to tank and compare
against factory results2. Check the three axis impact recorders on
arrival and after setting on pad.3. Verify Vacuum or Dry Nitrogen Pressure
when unit arrived on site
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!"#$ &+,#- =&. 2'33"//"'#"#1 SFRA : benchmark field test required Compare SFRA curves from field and factory Owner or representative sign off on the field SFRA test. Standard definition: frequency response analysis (FRA)
ratio of a steady sinusoidal output from a test objectsubjected to a steady sinusoidal input.
Sweeping through the frequency range of interest givesrise to the S in SFRA.
Transformer Turns Ratio Test Perform at all no load taps Always test after moving a tap If LTC- Select a no Load tap and test at all LTC positions
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Main Power Transformer Typical Field Tests
Insulation test (bushings and windings) Oil sample test after filling -24 hrs after energization CT Testing Ratio, excitation, polarity, continuity Sudden Pressure Verify testing into control house Controls Cooling fans, LTC, etc. Check all remote alarms and analogs into
SCADA or control house annunciators
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Main Power Transformer Typical Field Tests
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HV/LV to TV and ground HV/LV to ground, guard on TV TV to HV/LV and ground TV to ground, guard on HV/LV
The results shall not exceed a 0.5% power factor whencorrected to a 20 C reference temperature.
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Main Power Transformer Accessory Field Tests
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Ratio verification on all taps Plot Excitation curves and compare againstmanufacturers curves
Polarity checks to ensure correct orientation Check for a single ground on the CT circuit Continuity test (Loop check of CT circuit)
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2"*9;"- H*),S)* .)/-/ Power Factor Testing- Bushing and Tank Time travel tests Contact Resistance Test Micro Ohm Meter
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Circuit Breaker Accessory Tests1.Current Transformer Tests2. SF-6 gas in bottle for purity and moisture3. Trip coils tested at reduced voltage3a. Ensure dual trip coils do not oppose4. AC/DC transfer for close circuit5. Trip and close circuit verification6. Verify tightness of connections and all factory wiring
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Circuit Breaker TestingCommon Errorsa. Breaker orientation is reversed Major issue with
grounding breakersb. Wrong Breaker installed Main or Tie breaker in feeder
positionc. DC Hi Pot vacuum breakers Xray
d. Breaker operated without locking pins removed.
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2'33"//"'#"#1 M**)/-'*/ Verify Nameplate Ratings against BOM Power Factor Testing Similar test results
between similar units Test for low impedance path to ground grid
with no sharp turns
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X("-9? 2'33"//"'#"#1 Ensure Alignment of contacts
Simultaneity of closing Contacts are seated correctly when closed
Ductor/Micro Ohmmeter of closed contacts
Check that the switch is oriented per theone line
Verify switch handle is bonded to ground Verify allowable distances to grounded
parts construction may not = engineering Make sure the correct identification label
gets installed on the correct switch
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Power Factor Testing CT testing Same as Breakers
Typically do not test oil on Instrumenttransformers but it can be done Turns ratio tests for all windings on PTs -
Center tap and full taps Verify operation of Potential and carrier
grounding switches on CCVTS Test for continuity on all PT and CT circuits Test for a single ground on CT circuits
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Wrong CT or PT ratio connection
Junction Box Cabinet not vented CT physically mounted backwards Unused CT circuit or PT winding
not grounded Incorrect phases connected to
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Important to test the various relay elements thathave been set i.e.: 51PU, 67, 27, 59, 81 O/U
More important to verify the logic setting inthe relay . Modern microprocessor relays have few
problems related to A/D and element pick up
Setting engineers will make more logic settingerrors than element setting errors
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All testing results may be subjected to NERC complianceaudits. The following should be included in all testingdocumentation
1. Element testing results2. Logic Testing results3. Yellow lines of AC/DC circuit validation4. Forms showing test results from apparatus testing
5. Relay and Metering Load Checks6. Certificates of calibration of test equipment
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!"#$ &+,#- 8#)*1"K,0'# .)/0#1 Rotation checks at turbines Follow up oil samples at MPT 24hr after
energization Metering checks and Scada Readings Additional relay load checks Thermal scan of Substation at higher loads to
establish a benchmark evaluate hot spots
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2'33"//"'#"#1 .;*R"#) .*,#/L'*3)*Similar Tests to Main Power Transformer
a. Turns ratio at all tapsb. Power Factor Testing (Not commonly performed on small)c. Optional Oil Testd. Verify ground connectionse. Ensure proper operation of disconnectf. Check phase identification per engineering drawing
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