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DISTRIBUTION COMMISSIONING WORK INSTRUCTION

HIGH VOLTAGE OVERHEAD LINE

Note: This instruction covers the checking of all replacements or new installations of high voltage overhead
power lines (three phase and single phase) to confirm the integrity of the overhead network.

Address/Pole Number:_________________________________________________________

Work Package No.:________________ DFIS PID/Pole Number (From): ________________

(To): ________________

1. CONDUCTOR TENSIONS CHECK
Tension the
conductors as
per Conductor
Tension Table
and record.
Date Tensioned / / Conductors at
correct tension Conductor Size and Type
Conductor Temperature
0
C
Average bay Length metres
Tension (dynamometer) kg
Beat bay length metres
Tension (beat method) Seconds/5 wave return

2. INSTALLATION AND CONSTRUCTION CHECKS
Inspect the
constructed
and carry-out
the following
checks:
Insure that the earth resistance test results at all earth points is acceptable
Check that the construction complies with the Distribution Construction Standard
Check the structures are numbered and/or labeled correctly
Check the conductor arrangement and correct clearances from ground, buildings and
trees
Check the conductor for damage/s and are secured correctly
Check that all line taps and earth connections are completed correctly and secured
Check all the ground work is completed

3. ENERGISATION
Energizing HV
overhead line
Ensure that all working earths and programmed earths are removed (if applicable)
Check the HV fuses are correct (if applicable)
Energize the line as per switching program #
Check phasing at NOP (Normal Open Point) if applicable

4. HANDOVER OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Commissioning Officer: ___________________________________________Pay No._____________

Signature: Date: Company:




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DISTRIBUTION COMMISSIONING WORK INSTRUCTION
LOW VOLTAGE AERIAL BUNDLED CONDUCTOR


Note: This instruction covers the checking of all replacements or new installations of high voltage overhead
power lines (three phase and single phase) to confirm the integrity of the overhead network.

Address/Pole Number:_________________________________________________________

Work Package No.:________________ DFIS PID/Pole Number (From): ________________

(To): ________________


1. CONDUCTOR TENSIONS CHECK
Tension the
conductors as
per Conductor
Tension Table
and record.
Date Tensioned / / Conductors at
correct tension Conductor Size 150mm 95mm
Conductor Temperature
0
C
Average bay Length metres
Tension (dynamometer) kg

2. CONTINUITY TESTS
Use a resistor box and
500 V insulation
resistance tester to
positively distinguish
cable ends.
Test Connections Test Results Resistor Values
Red to neutral

White to neutral

Blue to neutral


3. INSULATION RESISTANCE TESTS
Using a 500 V
insulation resistance
tester for a minimum
duration of 1 minute.
Test Connections Test Results Acceptable Values
Red to White
100 M or higher for
new cables

10 M or higher for
aged cables
White to Blue
Blue to Red
Red to Neutral
White to Neutral
Blue to Neutral

4. INSTALLATION AND CONSTRUCTION CHECKS

Check that the construction complies with the Distribution Construction Standard
Check the structures are numbered and/or labeled correctly
Check the conductor arrangement and correct clearances from ground, buildings and
trees
Check that all line taps and neutral connections are completed correctly and secured
Check all the ground work is completed

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5. ENERGISATION
Energizing the
LV ABC
conductor
Ensure that all short circuiting equipment has been removed
Check the LV fuses are correct (if applicable)
Energize the circuit in accordance with the LV Switching Program. Record the
Switching Program number:


Ensure that the LV network is only supplied from the supply transformer and not
interconnected with any other transformer before proceeding to the next step.

Conduct a Metrel test at the furthermost part of the LV network from the supply
transformer, preferably at the NOP (normally open point) and record results
below

Red White Blue
Test type
(Acceptable results
in brackets)
/ / / Voltages ()
Z Z Z Z line ( 1)
/ / / R-Earth10K ()
U1 n: V U1 n: V U1 n: V
U1 n and U1 Pe
(225-254 V)
216-264V are
acceptable only
during emergency
condition
Un-Pe (0 6V)
U1 Pe: V U1 Pe: V U1 Pe: V
Un Pe: V Un Pe: V Un Pe: V
Phase out across NOP if applicable and record the results below.
Red - Red V
Acceptable results
(0 10 V)
White - White
V
Blue - Blue
V


6. HANDOVER OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Commissioning Officer: ___________________________________________Pay No._____________

Signature: Date: Company:











DISTRIBUTION COMMISSIONING WORK INSTRUCTION
THREE PHASE POLE MOUNTED TRANSFORMER


Note: Following tests/checks must be carried out on all replacements or new installations and before putting into service.
This is the minimum testing requirement for a 3 Phase Pole Mount Transformer before energisation.


Address/Pole Number:_____________________________________________

Work Package No.:________________ DFIS PID________________________


1. INSULATION RESISTANCE TESTS
a) Ensure that the earth resistance has been tested and is acceptable
b) All electrical connections have been disconnected including MEN link
c) Insulation resistance must be a minimum duration of 1 minute
Transformer winding
insulation resistance
test
Test Connection Test Voltage Resistance Expected results
Primary/HV to Tank 2.5 Kv Greater than 1M
Primary/HV to Secondary/LV 1 Kv Greater than 100M
Secondary/LV to Tank 1 Kv Greater than 100M


2. INSTALLATION AND CONSTRUCTION CHECKS
Inspect the following:
Rating plate
Tap setting
Tank and bushings
Oil level
Wiring installation
Neutral connection
MEN link
Transformer matches system voltage
Transformer tap is at the position as per network planning
Transformer bushings and tank in good condition (no oil leaks)
Oil level satisfactory (if sight glass available)
Transformer installed as per construction standard
Neutral connected and earthed and MEN link reconnected
All DFIS labels fitted and numbering correct as per DFIS sheet.


3. ENERGISATION
Energising
transformer without
load
Check HV fuses are correct
Energize transformer as per switching program. (check for abnormal noise)
Measured secondary voltages phase to neutral within acceptable range (225 254 V)
R N _______ Volts, W N_________ Volts, B N ________ Volts

Measured secondary voltage between phases within acceptable range (389 440 V)
R W _______ Volts, W B_________ Volts, B R ________ Volts









Energizing the
transformer with
load
Ensure that all short circuiting equipment has been removed
Check the LV fuses are correct (if applicable)
Energize the circuit in accordance with the LV Switching Program. Record the Switching
Program number:

Ensure that the LV network is only supplied from the supply transformer and not
interconnected with any other transformer before proceeding to the next step.

Conduct a Metrel test at the furthermost part of the LV network from the supply
transformer, preferably at the NOP (normally open point) and record results below

Red White Blue
Test type
(Acceptable results in
brackets)
/ / / Voltages ()
Z Z Z Z line ( 1)
/ / / R-Earth10K ()
U1 n: V U1 n: V U1 n: V
U1 n and U1 Pe
(225-254 V)
216-264V are
acceptable only during
emergency
condition
Un-Pe (0 6V)
U1 Pe: V U1 Pe: V U1 Pe: V
Un Pe: V Un Pe: V Un Pe: V
Phase out across NOP if applicable and record the results below.
Red - Red V
Acceptable results (0 10 V)
White - White
V
Blue - Blue
V


4. HANDOVER OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Commissioning Officer: ________________________________________________ Pay No._____________

Signature: Date:

















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DISTRIBUTION COMMISSIONING WORK INSTRUCTION
EARTHING SYSTEM RESISTANCE TESTING (ALL EQUIPMENT)


Note: This instruction covers testing of the earth resistance of electrodes or earth systems
Good earthing systems are essential for the protection of personnel from electrical shock and the
protection of electrical equipment from dangerous over voltages and excessive currents.

The following tests must be carried out on all replacements or new installations and before putting into service.
If testing existing earth electrodes are connected to the network then refer to Work Practice Manual.


Address/Pole Number:_____________________________________________

Work Package No.:________________ DFIS PID________________________


1. PRE TEST CHECK
Visual
Inspection
Rated System Voltage Volts
Equipment being protected (e.g. transformer, PTS)
No. of earth electrodes per earthing point #
Approximate depth of earth electrode Metres
Size of earth cables mm
Check that the earth conductors are correctly installed to the earth bar (if applicable)
and that there are no signs of damage

Check if the earth electrodes are properly installed and are connected to the earth
system by earth conductors

Check that the earth electrode is not within 15 m of an existing Telstra joint pit
Check that the earth pits are properly installed, access to the earth electrode is
possible and the earth pit lids are in good condition

Check that the compound earth grid is bonded to the fence and connected to MEN
(if applicable)


2. EARTHING SYSTEM RESISTANCE TEST
Fall of Potential
Method
Test Equipment:
Earth Resistance Tester, (3 pole Fall of Potential test method)
The earth electrode under test (Electrode # 1) must be disconnected from the earthing
system.
This test involves using two test instrument electrodes (Electrode # 2 and Electrode # 3)
From the electrode under test (electrode # 1) install (electrode # 2), 50 metres away and
electrode # 3, 31 metres (around 62% the distance between electrode # 1 and # 2) in a
straight line.
This test is repeated by moving electrode # 3, 3 metres forwards and backwards from its
initial position.

The final test result is the average of the three test results. (See diagram below).



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Test results
1
st
Test 2
nd
Test 3
rd
Test
Initiate Test.
Electrode # 2 @ 50 metres
Electrode # 3 @ 31 metres

Record value
Reposition electrode # 3
+ 3.0 metres from initial position


Record value
Reposition electrode # 3
- 3.0 metres from initial position


Record value

Average the value of the three test and record


Acceptable Values
Description
Maximum Allowable
Resistance
High Voltage System 30
Low Voltage System: Aggregate transformer rating up to
50 KVA
30
Low Voltage System: Aggregate transformer rating over
50 KVA but not greater than 500 KVA
15
Low Voltage System: Aggregate transformer rating over
500 KVA
10




3. HANDOVER FOR COMMISSIONING
Commissioning Officer: ___________________________________________Pay No.______________

Signature: Date: Company: